Happy weekend, Port St. Lucie! In today’s happening-today edition: Invasive tegu lizards, a tribute sculpture, and a stained glass ladybug or hot air balloon + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Invasive reptile spreads statewide: Argentine black and white tegus are spreading in Florida and reported in St. Lucie County, threatening sea turtle and alligator nests. FWC urges residents to report sightings, not attempt capture -- see what officials advise.
A tribute in sculpture: The Tree of American Dreams was dedicated at Legacy Park at Tradition, honoring Sansone founder Anthony Sansone Sr. Artist Geoffrey C. Smith crafted details for the Port St. Lucie landmark -- see the sculpture tribute.
Strong outing at Clover Park: St. Lucie Mets beat Daytona 8-2 for a sixth straight win. Obispo allowed one run in five as Military Appreciation Weekend began, offering free admission to vets and military -- catch the Mets’ win recap.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Craving briny bliss: Kyle G's Oyster and Wine Bar delivers that lively, city-night vibe right here in Port St. Lucie with cold-water oysters, a curated wine list, and elegant craft cocktails. Perfect when you want seafood that feels a little celebratory without leaving the neighborhood.
Dial in your swing: Whether you’re dusting off the clubs or chasing a personal best, Shoot Par Now Golf Academy makes practice feel purposeful with a clear, skills-based system at The Saints Golf Course. Led by award-winning coach Arlen Bento Jr., it’s a smart local move if you want more fairways, fewer four-letter words.
Local waterside reset: Skip the long haul and sneak a mini-campcation at St. Lucie South Campground, a canal-side spot right here, managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Roll in the RV, pitch a tent, or tie up the boat, then linger for mornings by the canal and the kind of quiet you forget exists.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🌴 Taste of the Tropics @ Martin County Fairgrounds (Stuart) | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Go tropical with the Master Gardeners at Martin County Fairgrounds, a free sampler of fruit tastings, growing tips, and plant sales. Nab seeds, butterfly pea tea, and dragon fruit cuttings, then humble-brag to the Help Desk about your papaya. Cash or Zelle only.
🌱 Native Plant Swap @ Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Bring healthy, pest-free, labeled native plants, seeds, or even spare soil to UF/IFAS Extension’s free or low-cost swap in St. Lucie County, and trade your extras for fresh finds, plus a bit of know-how. It is a gardener’s yard sale, minus the haggling, plus neighbors.
🐞 Stained Glass Ladybug or Hot Air Balloon @ Sweet Tea Treasures | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – Whether you’re team ladybug or chasing hot air balloons, this in-town stained glass class lets you pick your project and actually finish it. All supplies included, prices are $110 or $95, and you leave with art, pride, and no glitter in your car.
🐶 Fur Ever Friends Market @ The Atlantic at Tradition | Saturday (6/20) at 12:00 PM – If you’ve been meaning to shop local without pretending kale is exciting, this market at Tradition brings vendors, music, and animal rescue good karma. Bonus points for kid entrepreneurs slinging their first big ideas. Browse, snack, pet a pup, repeat.
🔥 Intro to the Glowforge @ Blake Library (Stuart) | Saturday (6/20) at 1:00 PM – Curious about the Glowforge, that 3D laser engraver everyone name-drops? This brisk intro covers which materials behave, how to make or buy the right files, and what not to roast. Come for the laser, leave with ideas, and the urge to monogram, sensibly.
🐝 Bee Proud Moonlight Market @ Honeybee Hollow Apothecary | Saturday (6/20) at 5:00 PM – Think you know the Hollow after dark? For Pride Month, the Bee Proud Moonlight Market turns it into a Pride village, with local makers to shop, good eats, and rainbow flair. Bring your wallet, your chosen family, and small talk, then linger like a pro.
🚗 Father's Day Classic Car Show @ Riverwalk Park (Stuart) | Sunday (6/21) at 9:00 AM – Give Father's Day some horsepower in Historic Downtown Stuart with classic cars, trucks, and bikes from 1985 and older, live music, and a 50/50 raffle. Spectators are free, coffee and donuts are not, and pretending carburetors are your love language counts as quality time. Live music & entertainment:
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06 — The Port St. Lucie report Weather forecastToday — High: 93°F — Low: 75°F — Precip: 38%
A slight chance of rain showers between 10am and 11am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Heat index values as high as 105. West southwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 75. South southeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Tomorrow — High: 92°F — Low: 76°F — Precip: 55%
Showers and thunderstorms likely after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. West northwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 76. South southeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. This house is wildThis completely reimagined CBS estate in Palm City sits on a private acre with sweeping golf views. Renovated to the studs, it features 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a 2020 standing seam metal roof, all-new impact glass, quartz kitchen, renovated baths, tile flooring, whole-house generator, and an oversized epoxied 3-car garage.
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