Treasure Coast Almanac

29/08/2025

Happy Labor Day weekend to all Treasure Coast worker AND volunteers. Relax. Enjoy. Repeat. All weekend!

29/08/2025

Beat the late summer heat and go check out this incredible exhibit happening now at the Vero Beach Museum of Art. Paintings by Annie Blazejack and Geddes Levenson reveal an artistic 'conversation' rooted in nature.

A Tangled Plot: Works by Annie Blazejack and Geddes Levenson, an original exhibition on view at the Vero Beach Museum of Art (VBMA) is currently on display through October 5, 2025. In more than 40 paintings and mixed-media works, the duo reveals their unique and highly collaborative artistic process...

29/08/2025

Butterflies are some of the world's most important pollinators. How much do you know about butterflies in Florida? Check out the Almanac's summer trivia quiz about these beautiful creatures.

Butterflies are colorful creatures, important pollinators, clever survivors, and some are long-distance travelers. From their delicate wings to their surprising life cycles, butterflies in Florida and beyond are full of fascinating secrets. Let's unveil some of them here in our latest Treasure Coast...

31/05/2025

Did you catch our story about single stream recycling and the inner workings of the only MRF on the Treasure Coast? Here's an opportunity to learn more about how you can make simple practical changes in your everyday consumption habits to reduce your plastic footprint. You can check out our companion story (link in replies) "My Plastic Diet" and then join Heather Stapleton this coming week for a deeper dive that will include a live Q&A! It's free to attend though registration is required. Sign up soon- our choices matter.

Join Heather Stapleton on an eye-opening journey as she uncovers the surprising realities of single-stream recycling. Initially designed to simplify recycling and increase participation, this system has unfortunately led to a decrease in actual recycling rates. Most plastics are either downcycled or not recycled at all. Heather will share her inspiring story of drastically cutting down her plastic use. Through each successful change, she found a sense of empowerment and a deeper connection to the environment. Learn practical tips and strategies to reduce your plastic footprint and join a community of like-minded individuals committed to making a positive impact. Don't miss this chance to transform your habits and contribute to a cleaner, healthier planet. Your choices matter, and together, we can inspire change!

Get registered: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BlGggSyiTDGcQFHj-Z685A

30/05/2025

Do you know what happens to your curbside recycling on the Treasure Coast? Take a look behind the curtain with Heather Stapleton as she shares a fascinating and revealing look at the Treasure Coast's only Material Recovery Facility (MRF). Learn all about the hope, chaos and hard truths about recycling. Link in replies.

19/05/2025

In Florida, everything grows like weeds—until it doesn’t! Are some of your plants looking a little weak and damaged? Before you reach for the pesticides, consider some more adventurous options for taming your jungle. Check out our latest Discover Native Gardening article from the Spring 2025 issue of Treasure Coast Almanac. Link below.

19/05/2025

Florida lawmakers are still trying to change the state bird. Spoiler alert: the bill has been indefinitely postponed again but here is some of the "colorful" background. Link in replies.

22/04/2025

Have you picked up your copy of the Spring issue? Learn the realities behind recycling in our area, check out our fishing guide, take the Treasure Coast Trivia Quiz and more! Our comprehensive guide to Florida's Treasure Coast has something for everyone. Best of all? It's FREE! Grab one before they're gone.

22/04/2025

💙Happy Earth Day Treasure Coast!
Today, we celebrate the natural beauty that makes our region so special—like our vibrant Indian River Lagoon, home to manatees, dolphins, seagrass beds, and over 4,000 species of plants and animals.
But this incredible ecosystem needs our help. Stormwater runoff, pollution, and habitat loss threaten the lagoon’s health. This Earth Day, and every day, let’s work together to make a difference right here at home.
• Choose native plants that reduce the need for fertilizer
• Use natural forms of pest control instead of pesticides
• Adhere to fertilizer bans during certain months
• Keep grass clippings out of storm drains and retention ponds
• Spread the word about lagoon-friendly living
Every action counts when it comes to protecting the place we call home. Let’s keep the Treasure Coast shining for generations to come. 💙

11/04/2025

This weekend the Vero Beach Museum of Art welcomes the entire family to enjoy its Children's Art Festival. This free event is an annual celebration featuring art-making activities, music and dance performances, food trucks, art hunts, and docent-led tours of the galleries.

The entire family is welcome at the Vero Beach Museum of Art on Saturday, April 12, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the Children’s Art Festival. The free, all-ages event is the museum’s annual celebration of the arts and art making. Attendees will enjoy art-making activities, music and dance performa...

11/04/2025

Our Favorite Full Moon of the Year

Heads up, moon lovers! Saturday night, April 12, the sky will be lit with the Full Pink Moon. The moon won’t actually be pink, but it will be still be the best show in town and marks a rosy return to the some of the best weather of the year.

Why “Pink”? This moon is named after the wild ground phlox, one of the first spring flowers to bloom in North America. It’s a seasonal nod to nature’s fresh start, and and is always the first full moon following the vernal equinox.

Did You know?
The full moon also sets the date for Easter. In 2025, April's full moon occurs after the spring equinox, making it a Paschal Moon (It's a Lenten Moon if it occurs before the spring equinox). This is also why Easter is particularly late this year - the holiday is always celebrated on the first Sunday after the full moon occurring on or after the spring equinox, which was March 20 of this year.

Moonrise time: Around 7:45 PM (check your local horizon)
Peak fullness: Just before midnight

Tips for enjoying the show:

Head to the beach if you can- no shortages of those around these parts! Or chill out on a lounge chair by the pool.

Pair it with a picnic dinner or beach walk. Nature’s nightlight has you covered!

So grab your friends, your favorite snack or beverage, and make a date with April's Pink Moon.