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Good morning, Melbourne! In today’s edition: New hotel and public parking, aerial hammock sound bath, battle of the bands finals, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Development plans take shape: Melbourne’s Eau Gallie Arts District will add a new hotel and hundreds of public parking spaces, with completion expected by 2027, benefiting Coastal Peach & Co and the surrounding area — get all the project details.
New push for cleaner water: Brevard County approved a $6,000 incentive for homeowners to replace outdated septic systems near the Indian River Lagoon, aiming to ease costs, curb pollution, and help restore seagrass — get all the details.
Help shape local decisions: Speak Up Brevard is underway through Jan. 31, inviting residents to share ideas to improve county efficiency and services. Staff review proposals before commissioners consider them — see how to participate.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175 per month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Protect your nest egg: Savvy investors are turning to gold amidst today’s inflation, national debt, and market uncertainty for a reason. It holds its value when everything else feels shaky. Case in point: it’s up ~62% since this month last year. If you’re curious about adding it and other precious metals to your portfolio, American Hartford has a super helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free, and definitely worth a read — check it out here.
*We do our best to avoid paywalled articles. If any slip through, let me know which ones and I’ll permanently remove them from our source list!
Highlights this week:
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🫶 We got your back
After-Christmas disposal reminders: The City of Melbourne has issued guidelines for curbside pickup of natural Christmas trees. Trees must be under eight feet long and 50 pounds, and decorations must be removed before setting them out. The rules aim to keep collections safe and maintain clear access for emergency services and travel. See how to prepare trees.
Rainy-day sanity saver: When the wiggles hit, Melbourne Kids Village offers a bright indoor play space with imagination-sparking setups, classes, and a friendly vibe for caregivers. Breathe, chat, sip your coffee… let them roam without turning your living room into a foam-block war zone.
Beat the wind, dink inside: If weather or work derails your day, Dinks and Drives offers polished indoor courts, quick online booking, and a relaxed lounge with golf sims, so you can grab a friend, play a few games, and still make your evening plans.
Thinning hair? Same: I’ve been shedding a lot, and recently noticed my ponytail feeling thinner. After way too much panic-Googling, I discovered Keranique’s hair regrowth system. Everything with them is surprisingly easy: no quizzes, no pills, no choosing between dozens of products. Just grab the kit and follow the instructions. The best part? It’s $75 off right now, you’ll get three free gifts, AND you’ll get your money back if you don’t love the results.
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📆 Around town this week
All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
✏ Beginning Drawing @ Art More Place | Wednesday (1/7) at 6:30 PM – Ready to swap doomscrolling for graphite-smudged fingers? This six-week beginner drawing class at Art More Place keeps it friendly and focused, with still lifes, a first crack at faces, and plenty of encouragement from Carol Muro and fellow creatives. No experience, just curiosity, required.
🍴 January Mix and Mingle Luncheon @ Pineapples | Thursday (1/8) at 12:00 PM – Take a break from your inbox and slide into a lunchtime mix-and-mingle where the small talk comes with salad. This is open networking, so bring a friend, a guest, and a fat stack of business cards. Handshakes, new leads, and zero awkward icebreakers.
🍎 Brevard Farmers Market @ Wickham Park | Thursday (1/8) at 3:00 PM – Your weekly excuse to wander Wickham Park, stock up on that salsa you swore you’d ration, and let a vendor talk you into something new. It’s the Brevard Farmers Market, friendly faces, fresh finds, and zero judgment when you sample everything twice.
🧶 DIY Chunky Knit Blanket @ Painting with a Twist | Thursday (1/8) at 6:00 PM – If your living room has been begging for a cozy upgrade, this chunky knit blanket workshop delivers. No needles, no experience, just your hands, good company, and yarn. Pick your colors, embrace the calm, and leave with a throw perfect for Florida A/C season.
🧘 Floating On Sound: Aerial Hammock Sound Bath @ Bliss Fitness Studio | Thursday (1/8) at 7:30 PM – Swap your to-do list for a hammock and let singing bowls do heavy lifting at an aerial sound bath at Bliss Fitness. Float or stretch out on a mat, exhale the week, and enjoy adult nap time with better acoustics, deeper breaths, and limited spots.
🌳 Wickham Park First Friday @ Wickham Park Regional Pavilion | Friday (1/9) at 5:00 PM – First Friday at Wickham Park is rolling in rain or shine, with live music from Corey Kipps and a herd of food trucks ready to feed us well. Bring a lawn chair, an appetite, and the umbrella Florida makes you carry anyway.
🎤 3rd Annual Space Coast Battle of the Bands Finals @ Chumley’s Depot | Friday (1/9) at 6:00 PM – Chumley’s Depot is hosting the Space Coast Battle of the Bands finals. You get to vote, a ballot with guitar solos, and judges include a former Ramones roadie and a Travis Tritt guitarist. Round winners, the reigning champ, vendors, and a $10 cover.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Melbourne report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 76°F – Low: 60°F – Precip: 11%
Patchy fog before 9am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 76. North northeast wind around 5 mph. Later: Patchy fog after 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 60. South wind around 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 77°F – Low: 59°F – Precip: 7%
Patchy fog before 9am. Sunny, with a high near 77. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 59. South southwest wind around 5 mph.
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