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Happy weekend, Vero Beach!
In today’s happening-today edition: Punk rock flea market, 400 classic cars at American Muscle Car Museum, and an Italian wine pairing dinner + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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📰 In the news
Community support fuels excellence: United Way of Indian River County hosted a fireside chat with Superintendent Dr. David K. Moore, spotlighting the district’s A rating streak, rising state rank, and Florida and national honors — get all the event highlights.
Slow-paced Sunshine State escapes: A recent roundup names Vero Beach among Florida’s most neighborly towns, praising clean beaches and biodiversity, with nearby Fort Pierce highlighted for museums, an arts scene, and a beautiful waterfront — explore the full list.
Tribute to Shelby and Yenko: Just up the road in Melbourne, the American Muscle Car Museum houses over 400 classic American muscle cars and is open for charity events or open houses, not daily — see highlights and visiting info.
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 Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.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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Color-pop pit stop: Need a quick pop of joy on your weekday walk? The Kilted Mermaid Mural drenches downtown Vero in color, perfect for a snap, a slow gaze, or a spontaneous detour. Nearby alley art carries the mood forward, adding a little extra spark.
Time to squish yarn: Knitting on the Lamb is a cozy Vero Beach haven for knitters and crocheters, stocked with Malabrigo, Noro, and Juniper Moon. Find friendly, project-saving advice when your stitch count goes rogue, and leave with fresh inspiration… plus one more skein than you planned.
Tap into Vero vibes: Seeking a low-key reset? Walking Tree Brewery pours easy-drinking craft beers in a community-first taproom that feels like a true hangout. Expect local live music, welcoming regulars, and plenty of reasons to linger… maybe even stay for just one more.
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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🥋 Vero Beach Karate Classic 2026 @ Vero Beach High School – John B. Witt Gymnasium, 1707 16th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32960 | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Vero’s trading flip-flops for black belts as the Karate Classic returns, featuring weapons, judo, forms, self-defense, flag sparring, and point fighting. Think community pride with controlled whoopings. Spectate, sign up, or just brag that you knew the Vero Beach Karate Association before it was cool.
📚 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.
🍷 Vibes & Vines @ Summer Crush Vineyard & Winery (Fort Pierce) | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Take a break and head to Summer Crush for Vibes & Vines, where a Fleetwood Mac tribute soundtracks a sun-soaked afternoon of pours, food trucks, and local vendors. It’s retro without the hangover. Snag tickets in advance, bring a chair, and call it self-care.
🤘 Vero Beach Punk Rock Flea Market 2026 @ American Icon Brewery | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Vero’s punk rock flea is taking over American Icon Brewery, bigger than ever, with six bands, 40-plus DIY and vintage vendors, craft beer, and a food truck. Think less craft fair, more vinyl, patches, and joyful noise. Free, all ages, and gloriously low-maintenance.
🍷 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.
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: 66°F – Precip: 22%
A slight chance of rain showers between 9am and 3pm. 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 20%. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 66. East southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 81°F – Low: 65°F – Precip: 19%
A slight chance of rain showers after 2pm. Sunny, with a high near 81. East southeast wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of rain showers before 2am. Mostly clear, with a low around 65. Southeast wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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