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It’s Friday, Vero Beach! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: A tribute to Fleetwood Mac, gold and silver surge, and a global taste tour + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
Today’s sponsor (FinanceBuzz) built a free comparison tool that helped me cut my car insurance premiums in half. It took about 3 minutes, and honestly… I wish I’d done it sooner. If you haven’t shopped around in a while, you can easily check the best rates here.
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📰 In the news
Proven jobs program arrives: Better Together and First United Methodist Church of Fort Pierce will host a job fair March 25, connecting local job seekers with hiring employers, free one-on-one coaching, and onsite resources — find event details and services.
Debate over development rules: Sebastian Mayor Fred Jones called for managed growth, asking City Council to explore tighter local control despite new state limits, including a comprehensive plan update to address annexation pressures — see what’s being considered.
Festive culinary community kickoff: Stuart Senior Living will host a global taste tour and ribbon cutting on March 11, 4 to 6:30 p.m., featuring flavors from Italy, Mexico, Jamaica, Germany, Japan, and Thailand — get all the event details.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Someone Googled you this week: Whether you’re dating again, selling something locally, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up. Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you (or someone you care about) to clean up all that up – learn more here.
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Plant-based without the fuss: Craving a big salad, noodle bowl, pizza, or flatbread? Counter Culture Beachside serves plant-based spins on classics, with gluten-free options throughout, and Lisa’s house-made vegan mozzarella and ricotta that are legit. Easy weeknight vibes when your table blends vegans with the not-yet-converted.
Curated vintage, right here: Whether you’re updating a room or upgrading that chair you “borrowed” from college, Studio 1924 blends antiques, pre-owned furnishings, fine art, and singular rugs into a cozy gallery vibe in the Village Art District. A quick browse often becomes fresh ideas… and a find you love.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🎭 Backstage Theatre Tours @ Riverside Theatre | Friday (3/6) at 10:00 AM – Slip behind the red curtain for a backstage tour, where crew shares the juicy bits. Meet makers, get close to sets and props, learn how shows come to life, and catch something new each visit in 90 minutes, select Fridays, $5, free for $500+ members.
🎸 A Tribute to Stevie Nicks, Christine McVie & Fleetwood Mac @ Summer Crush Vineyard & Winery | Saturday (3/7) at 1:00 AM – Whether you wore out Rumours on vinyl or just like twirling with rosé, a tribute to Stevie Nicks, Christine McVie, and Fleetwood Mac lands at Summer Crush Vineyard in Fort Pierce. Valerie White, Fonda Cash, and Mike Cotoia handle the harmonies, you bring a shawl.
📚 Between Realms Books Grand Opening @ Between Realms Books | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Between Realms Books is throwing open its doors with live music, local author signings, a food truck, and a curated outdoor market. Early birds snag swag, because our to-be-read pile needs more friends. Come welcome the new kid on the block, linger, browse, and chat.
🍷 Italian 4-Course Wine Pairing Dinner @ Atmosphere at Vero | Saturday (3/7) at 4:00 PM – Let Lorenzo from Castello del Trebbio wine, dine, and ruin you for takeout with a four-course Tuscan pairing, James Suckling rated. No passport needed, it’s intimate and chemical free, you might even leave with a two-night castle stay, tour, and cooking class. Seats are limited.
🌶 Chili Cook-Off @ Vero Beach Veterans Club | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – Nothing brings out the neighbors like a chili cook-off benefiting VBVC. Enter your pot if you dare by RSVPing to [email protected], or just show up to taste, nod thoughtfully, and pretend you can handle heat without antacids.
🇮 Armani’s 11th Italian Festival @ Armani’s Cucina | Sunday (3/8) at 4:00 PM – Whether you’re chasing zeppoles or craving sausage and peppers, Armani’s 11th Italian festival is your cheat day done right, with live music, local vendors, the restaurant and market open, and bars inside and out. Bring the kids for the bounce house, you bring the appetite.
🌺 Aloha Summer Luau @ Costa d’Este Beach Resort & Spa | Sunday (3/8) at 5:00 PM – If your aloha shirt needs a day pass, Costa d’Este’s poolside luau serves tiki cocktails, live music, and hula lessons, no passport required. Expect leis, tiny umbrellas, and tasteful kitsch. No RSVP, just good vibes.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Vero Beach report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 80°F – Low: 67°F – Precip: 15%
A slight chance of rain showers before 7am. Mostly sunny. High near 80, with temperatures falling to around 76 in the afternoon. East southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of rain showers after 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 67. East wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Tomorrow – High: 80°F – Low: 66°F – Precip: 30%
A chance of rain showers before 1pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 80. East southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 66. East southeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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