Mar 27 Wednesday
The ELC invites you to hear about early "Life Along the Indian River Lagoon" with Anne Michael and Ruth Stanbridge. They will share information about the pioneer families and the history of the local area. ELC members are free and guests are $10.00.
Mar 30 Saturday
Come celebrate and learn about the many contributions of Edwin Binney to St. Lucie County, the United States, and the World.
This is event is great for people who want to play with CRAYOLA products. It is a mini-CRAYOLA Experience without the long drive.
The St. Lucie Historical Society and Highwaymen Museum will have displays in the Sunrise Room.
The main room will host areas where people may create clay, coloring, etching, and watercolor projects. Outside there is sidewalk Crayola's wonderful sidewalk chalk to let your creative juices flow.
Free EventHonoring Edwin Binney the Creator of CRAYOLA Crayons and more.
Family art programs with CRAYOLA Mascot and local Fort Pierce Mascot, Phibi.
Inside and outdoor fun.
Free crayons and stickers as well as free books from SLC Children's Services Council.
History of Edwin Binney in St. Lucie County provided by the St. Lucie Historical Society.
The Fort Pierce Art Club will present “Color Fort Pierce Beautiful” a fun, artful event Honoring Edwin Binney (1866 – 1934), founder of Binney & Smith/Crayola and an important figure in the history of Fort Pierce, Florida. The event will be held at the Riverwalk Community Center, 600 North Indian River Drive, in Historic Downtown Fort Pierce on Saturday, March 30, 2024, from 10 am until 2 pm. Admission is free, and attendees will have a chance to have a “Mini Crayola Crayon Experience” and learn more about one of Fort Pierce’s most famous and colorful residents, Edwin Binney, and his contributions to the Treasure Coast.
The free event will include hands-on activities for kids and adults alike. Attendees will be able to express their creativity and experience a day of fun, as they learn more about the amazing history of the region.
There will be an Edwin Binney Look-Alike Contest with the judging being done by the children. Contestants who think they look like Edwin Binney should submit their photo to fortpierceartclub.org by March 26th.
St. Lucie County Children’s Services Council will be there providing free books for children.
The St. Lucie County Historical Society and the Fort Pierce Art Club will have a display at the event of his local contributions as many people are not aware of Edwin Binney, the inventor of the Crayola Crayon, and his contributions to the region as a local resident in Fort Pierce. He was a significant inventor and a prominent figure in the history of Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County and beyond.
Apr 04 Thursday
Florida's Indian River lagoon is among the most biodiverse estuaries in North America, but its health is threatened by the human populations that have grown up around it. The presentation will explore the natural history of the IRL system, the challenges it faces and the ways we can work together to protect our wonderful "Backyard Estuary."
Speaker: Dr. Jim Masterson - Assistant Research Professor FAU Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. Jim received his B.S. in Ecology, Ethology and Evolution from the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana and received his Ph.D. in Marine Ecology from Florida Institute of Technology. He teaches courses in marine ecology, biodiversity, aquaculture and the natural history of the Indian River Lagoon. He has a special interest in facilitating and expanding the use of telepresence as a tool to allow students and public audiences to participate in global at-sea scientific expeditions in real-time.
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Apr 06 Saturday
Soroptimist International of St. Lucie is hosting our annual luncheon and fashion show - Spring Fling Garden Party. This is our major fundraising event of the year! Proceeds will benefit our local community and Soroptimist's signature programs:LIVE YOUR DREAM - an education award program for womenDREAM IT-BE IT - a mentoring program for girlsBIG GOAL ACCELERATOR - monetary support for women with economical barriers to education
Apr 11 Thursday
Celebrating independent filmmaking, the 2024 Film Festival is four days of screening 90+ films. Extra events include Filmmakers Ball, wine tasting, dance party, awards ceremonies and end of festival wrap party. Screening locations include the Majestic Theater, Vero Beach Theatre Guild, Community Church, Women's Club and the Heritage Center.Choose from four levels of Film Festival passes for the perfect film festival experience!
Apr 12 Friday
Apr 13 Saturday
Join us for an afternoon of live poetry readings followed by live music and barbeque. It's a combination unlike any you've experienced!