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Hi Vero Beach, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Costco expansion, a tribute to Taylor Swift, and the art of the cocktail: manifest mixer + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
Quick money tip: 2025 was gold’s best year since 1979, and it’s still at all-time highs. Analysts expect the momentum to continue, making precious metals a smart way to protect your savings against inflation. Not sure where to start? These five gold IRAs are worth a look →
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📰 In the news
Students spearhead cancer support: An Easter 3K Run Walk at Wickham Park in Melbourne will be held April 4 to benefit Candlelighters of Brevard, which supports families in Brevard and Indian River counties — get event details and times.
City land deal spurs expansion: Southern Grove in Port St. Lucie is nearly sold out ahead of schedule as Costco moves in, joining Amazon, FedEx, and Cheney Brothers, signaling growth and jobs across Treasure Coast — read the full story.
Strengthening brain and spine services: HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital has welcomed neurosurgeon Dr. Oszkar Szentirmai to Fort Pierce, offering minimally invasive cranial and spinal surgery after leadership at Lawnwood and Cleveland Clinic Martin Health — learn more about his expertise.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.*
Paying hundreds of dollars a month for car insurance? Switching providers could save you up to $600 a year, and shopping around is way faster than it used to be – free comparison tools like this one make it easy.*
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Bagel fix, secured: Coastal Bagels is the Vero Beach go-to when you want a real-deal morning—fresh bagels, hearty breakfast sandwiches, and lunchy options for when the day gets away from you. Swing by this week and let schmear decisions be the hardest part of your routine.
Vero’s pet-supply paradise: Between one-on-one grooming, a legit reef-and-freshwater aquarium room, and shelves of food, treats, and toys, Paradise Pet makes errand runs oddly fun. Swing by this week when kibble runs low and let their crew steer you toward something your buddy will actually devour.
Polish with peace of mind: Between autoclave-sterilized tools, thoughtful techs, and a chill space that actually lets you exhale, Lychee Nail Spa makes maintenance feel like a mini-reset. Book your mani/pedi or dip day this week and leave with nails that look intentional, not rushed.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
In case you missed it: The CVS Epic Beauty Sale was officially extended through March 28th, giving you another chance to stack rewards on top of already-great deals across all sorts of treat-yourself products, including makeup, beauty tools, skin care, hair masks, moisturizers, and more from all your favorite brands. *Shop the sale →
The $1,300 mistake most Americans make every year: According to the National Financial Education Council, poor financial literacy costs the average American over a thousand dollars annually. That’s not investment losses. That’s money lost to bad decisions, missed strategies, and advice from people who may not always put your interests first. There’s a free way to fix that, and it starts with one question. Find out what it is →
Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared five programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →
Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as “normal wear and tear,” and they’re 100% on you. We looked into solutions that fill that gap. Here’s what we found →
Strangers can buy your personal data for $0.50: Data brokers sell your name, home address, phone number, estimated income, and other personal info to anyone willing to pay. Scammers and identity thieves use these databases to take advantage of you. There are dozens of affordable services that can help you protect yourself. These three are our favorites →
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📆 Vero Beach for grown ups
Have an event to share? BaseLocal Verified Businesses can submit them for free! Learn more about how to submit an event here →
All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
💃 Thursday Salsa Night @ Costa d’Este Beach Resort & Spa | Thursday (3/19) at 6:30 PM – Trade your usual Thursday routine for salsa by the beach at Cabana Bar, with NYC pro Elizabeth Tirado making it fun, friendly, and all-levels. Learn the basics, try a spin, then dance socially with a vibrant crowd. Call it date night, cardio, and a mini-vacation.
📣 Pitch a Friend @ The Majestic 11, Vero Beach | Friday (3/20) at 6:00 PM – At the Majestic, pitch your favorite single with an overbuilt PowerPoint, then mingle with games and a raffle for dates, ice cream, pasta, or coffee. No friend to pitch, come judge the slides, hit concessions, and meet people who still value eye contact.
🍸 The Art of the Cocktail: Manifest Mixer @ Vero Beach Museum of Art | Friday (3/20) at 6:30 PM – Culture and cocktails, finally on speaking terms. At VBMA’s Manifest Mixer, 21st Amendment Distillery pairs a docent-guided stroll through American Made with crafting a refined sip that leans herbal, smoky, and bittersweet, plus complementary hors d’oeuvres and a mocktail option, because we’re civilized.
🧘 Held in Stillness: Gentle Yoga & Soundbath @ Breathing Stardust | Saturday (3/21) at 10:00 AM – If your week has you clenched like a jaw at a four-way stop, come melt into gentle yoga and a sound bath. Slow moves, breath, and bowls that lull your nerves, no pretzel poses. You leave grounded, restored, and marginally nicer to be around.
🎸 A Tribute to Foreigner and Journey @ The Emerson Center | Saturday (3/21) at 7:00 PM – This tribute show packs the arena-sized hits of Foreigner and Journey into one singalong, fist-pumping night. Expect soaring vocals, big choruses, and a crowd that still knows every word, but also appreciates good sound, a comfy seat, and getting home at a decent hour.
🎤 Yakov Smirnoff @ Vero Beach Theatre Guild | Sunday (3/22) at 2:00 PM – Ready for a nostalgia workout? Yakov Smirnoff brings his classic, eyebrow-arched humor to Vero Beach Theatre Guild for a matinee set that pairs perfectly with an early dinner. Expect belly laughs, a few “what a country” moments, and zero crowd-surfing.
🎠 Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Carousel: A Concert @ The Emerson Center | Sunday (3/22) at 3:00 PM – Trade your usual plans for our Space Coast Symphony doing Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Carousel in concert, full orchestra, big voices, minimal frills. Think goosebumps from If I Loved You and You’ll Never Walk Alone, nostalgia included. Because date night deserves strings, talent, and tear-jerkers.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Vero Beach report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 73°F – Low: 59°F – Precip: 18%
A slight chance of rain showers after 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 73. North wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. North wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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Tomorrow – High: 74°F – Low: 58°F – Precip: 24%
A slight chance of rain showers before 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. North northeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 58. North northeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
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