CCIRC Arts & Entertainment Calendar

Arts, entertainment and fun in Vero Beach, Sebastian and Indian River County as compiled by the Cultural Council of Indian River County for Jan 4 – Jan 11.

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County on exhibit Indian River County Intergenerational Recreation Center. Primal Forces: Earth Artist Members Exhibit on view through Jan 16. Artists Members include Merana Cadorette, Tony Caruso, Yvonne Steere and Sheila McAvoy.

Center for Spiritual Care offers Tied, Dyed, Woven & Stitched 2025. This is an exhibition of local artists who will be displaying their fabric, fiber and wood art work.  On exhibit through 1/31. 

Environmental Learning Center offers Guided Kayak Excursions on 1/4 & 1/10, 9:00AM. Join our trained nature guide and paddle the serene waters of the Indian River Lagoon exploring this unique ecosystem with abundant wildlife and hidden mangrove tunnels! We provide all the gear you need.

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County on exhibit at Indian River County Courthouse Experiences: A Solo Exhibit by Tony Caruso on view through Feb 6.

Environmental Learning Center offers Sebastian Art Club Exhibit on view through 1/5/25. Exhibit displayed in the Lagoon Room and Tidal Gallery at the ELC

Vero Beach Art Club offers Art in the Park on 1/5, 10:00AM. Located at Humiston Park on Ocean Drive in Vero Beach, Art in the Park provides the perfect opportunity for visitors and residents to interact with our Artists and Craft Artisans and to purchase beautiful, original artwork.

Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Roadside Reverie: Glass Works by John Miller on view through 1/5. This solo exhibition showcases numerous large-scale glass sculptures from various series spanning artist John Miller’s extensive career. The artworks reflect his fascination with and personal connection to Americana automotive and food culture, as well as the Pop Art movement of the 1960s. Drawing inspiration from major Pop Art figures like Claes Oldenburg, Miller imbues his contemporary pieces with both reverence and humor. Ranging from hamburgers to automobile hood ornaments, his glass creations evoke feelings of nostalgia and joy in visitors.

Environmental Learning Center offers Lagoonapalooza! on 1/5, 10:00AM. A free, family-friendly event that features dozens of environmental partners with hands-on activities to learn about the local lagoon ecosystem. Attendees can enjoy food trucks, pontoon or kayak trips, visits to the aquarium and touch tank, dip netting in the pond, and live music performances throughout the day.

Environmental Learning Center offers Tai Chi & Balance on 1/6, 8:00AM. Join Chris Brenner, retired Naval Officer/High School Educator, and graduate of the Tai Ji Quan Instructor Training program, as he guides you through this traditional practice of Tai Chi.

AAUW Vero Beach offers Book Review Breakfast on 1/6, 9:30AM at the Richardson Center on the campus of IRSC. Chris Westpfahl, owner of Beachside Technology in Vero Beach, will discuss The Coming Wave: Technology, Power, and the Twenty-first Century’s Greatest Dilemma, by Mustafa Suleyman.

Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Winter Term Classes and Workshops on 1/6, 12:00PM.  Winter Term schedule of classes runs through March 15, 2025.

Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Museum Babies and Toddlers 1/7, 9:30AM. Babies and their caregivers join in art viewing, sensory experiences, and playful learning in the galleries. Museum Babies and Museum Toddlers take place in the museum’s galleries and include an art activity. Space is limited; preregistration required at vbmuseum.org.

Laura Riding Jackson Foundation offers Historic Home Tours on 1/7, 1:00PM. Laura Riding Jackson’s historic home is open for tours from November through April each year. You can drop by on Tuesday’s or the second Sunday of each month 1pm-5pm and our amazing volunteer docents will give you a tour! We can accommodate groups of 8 or fewer as drop-ins; to bring a larger group for a tour, please reserve in advance.

Vero Beach Museum of Art offers VBMA Film Studies Program Series 3 – 1/7, 1:30PM. Film Series 3: January 7-February 4, 2025 Keeping it Real: Cinematic Tales Inspired by Real-Life Events or People. Participants can also stream the films from the comfort of their homes. Following the in-house screening, attendees can participate in a brief, optional “talk-back” session to share their thoughts and ask questions about the film with fellow attendees.

Emerson Center offers Artificial Intelligence: The Future of Business is Here on 1/7, 7:00PM. In a rapidly evolving digital world, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just for tech giants-it’s reshaping the landscape for businesses of all sizes. Join us for an eye-opening presentation that will demystify AI and explore its profound impact on modern business operations. Discover how AI is transforming customer service, enhancing decision-making, and driving innovation, while also confronting the ethical challenges and risks it presents.

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County at Vero Beach Outlets Guest Services at 1824 94th Drive, Vero Beach (located beside Michael Kors). On view through Feb 13. Artists Janet Grossarth, Judy Burgarella, Sheila McAvoy, Viktor Ganel.

Riverside Theatre offers Mystic Pizza on 1/7 – 1/11, show times vary. Mystic Pizza is a new musical based on the 1988 rom-com from MGM and screenwriter Amy Holden Jones. Mystic Pizza tells the story of three working-class girls, who navigate the complexities of life, love, and family in a small-town pizza joint. The infectious score features megahits of the 80s and 90s, from “Girls Just Want To Have Fun”; to “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now”; and songs originally recorded by Melissa Etheridge, Cyndi Lauper, John Cougar Mellencamp, Debbie Gibson, Wilson Phillips, The Bangles, Belinda Carlisle, Rick Astley, Bryan Adams, among many others.

Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Museum Stories for 0-24 Months on 1/8, 9:30 AM. A theme-based, participatory program for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers that includes reading books, singing songs, dancing, and creating art together.

Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Museum Stories for 2-4 Year Olds on 1/8, 10:30 AM. A theme-based, participatory program for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers that includes reading books, singing songs, dancing, and creating art together.

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County in conjunction with Mandy and Ray Hooker invite you to a viewing at Indian River Distillery, 3308 Aviation Blvd. in Vero Beach.  Exhibit Theme: “Old Florida”. Label Competition on view through Feb 27. Featured Artists: Merana Cadorette, Ella Chabot, Elise Geary, Mary Ann Hall, Gwen McNenney, Darrell Remole, Joe Thomas & Mariya Yankovich. The winner of the label competition will be revealed at a special event on Feb. 26 at the Heritage Center.  Limited-edition signature bottles of vodka will be available for sale.

Environmental Learning Center offers Chair Yoga with Elise on 1/8, 1:30PM. Join Elise Mahovlich for a gentler, more accessible form of yoga that’s done while sitting or using a chair for balance. Move into poses like cat/cow, warrior, sun salutations and forward folds.

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County on exhibit Indian River County Administration Buildings A and B. “Bring on the Cheer” is the theme. Featured Artists include Ella Chabot, Tony Caruso, Darryl Remole, Pat Willis, Janet Grossarth. On view through March 13.

Environmental Learning Center offers Y-ELC Free Teen Program on 1/8, 4:00PM. Youth Environmental Leaders Corps (Y-ELC) is a program for teens in middle and high school who are interested in environmental education. Students will learn from experts and expand their leadership skills, conduct community service projects, and learn how to advocate for environmental health.

Emerson Center offers Special Needs Village Artists – A Collaboration with Village Arts VB and Art at the Emerson Gallery.  The meet the artists reception takes place on 1/8, 5:30PM – 7:00PM.  The exhibit is on view through 1/29, 10:00AM – 3:00PM. This event showcases the exceptional creativity of differently-abled artists, providing a platform for their artistic expressions.

Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Indian River Photo Club Exhibition. Changes weekly. Located in the Patten Gallery

Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Vero Beach Art Club Member Exhibition on view through 1/19. Vero Beach Art Club Member Exhibition on view in the VBMA Patten Gallery.

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County on Exhibit Vero Beach City Hall, 1053 20th Place, Past, Present, Future Gallery Exhibits in Hallway features works by Jen Berlin & Council Chambers gallery features works by Wendy Ryals. On view through April 24.

Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Cork, Canvas & Company on 1/9, 6:30PM
“Mixing it Up”Spend an evening with friends in the VBMA Art School studios! Instructors Barry Shapiro and Camy De Mario lead participants step-by-step as they complete original artworks. Art materials are provided, and participants can bring their own beverages and snacks. No experience is necessary!

Riverside Theatre offers Live in the Loop on 1/9, 1/10 & 1/11, 5:30PM
Riverside Theatre’s FREE outdoor music venue with local musicians playing Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. Bands: To Be Announced.

Environmental Learning Center offers Yoga with Annie Padnuk on 1/10, 1:00 PM
Join Annie Astley Padnuk as she guides you through the ancient practice of yoga. Practicing Yoga not only helps with flexibility and muscle tone, it also helps improve cognitive skills such as learning and memory.  

Vero Beach Museum of Art – The Atrium offers Art By The Sea on 1/10 & 1/11, 10:00 AM
The 36th Annual Art By The Sea, a Prestigious Fine Art & Crafts Exhibition. One of the most anticipated shows of the Vero Beach Art Club’s season you won’t want to miss!

Riverside Theatre offers Playtime in the Park on 1/11, 11:00 AM
A FREE program for the community and youngest audience members, Playtime in the Park will have dance and theatre offerings from our education programs on the Theatre’s outdoor Loop Stage. These offerings are ideal for kids 2-5, but entertaining for parents and the whole family, too! Theatre is showcased at this performance.

Vero Beach Chamber of Commerce offers Sunset Saturday Concert on Ocean Dr. on 1/11, 5:00 PM. Concert on Ocean Dr at Humiston Park. Bring a chair Leave the cooler at home.

Environmental Learning Center offers Broadway Babies on 1/11, 9:00 AM
Featuring Mommy-and-Me style musical theatre class for 0-4 years. Bop to the beat of Broadway Showtunes! We wear costumes, play instruments, do improv games with puppets, and of course, sing and dance!. Please join us at the Environmental Learning Center’s Schidel Education and Event Pavilion stage.

Environmental Learning Center offers Guided Nature Walk – Ansin Riverfront Conservation Area on 1/11, 9:00 AM. Join us on this easy one mile in-an-out hike that comprises beautiful mesic hammock and scrub habitat, adjacent to the Sebastian River. Giant swamp hickory, bromeliad laden oaks and Florida wild olive trees will shade our walk while we will also be talking about the different species of epiphytes (plants that grow primarily on the surface of trees) that are native to Florida and how they interact with their environment.  Specific meeting directions will be given after you register. Please bring water and mosquito spray.

Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Museum Studios on 1/11, 10:00 AM
Second Saturday of the Month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Drop in, no registration required. FREE Themed, docent-led mini tours of the VBMA’s exhibitions and a connected art project in the Museum Art School studios.

Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Second Saturdays at VBMA on 1/11, 10:00 AM
The Vero Beach Museum of Art offers free admission every second Saturday of the month. Second Saturdays features a variety of cultural offerings, including the widely popular Museums Studios for families from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Complementary programming such as performances, lectures, films, and related expressions of arts and humanities will continue throughout the afternoon on select Saturdays. 

Sebastian Riverfront Fine Arts & Music Festival 1/18 & 1/19. Sat 10-5 & Sun 10-4. The Sebastian Riverfront Fine Art & Music Festival is held in Sebastian’s beautiful Riverview Park. The festival celebrates local and regional artists, musicians, and performers. The festival showcases a variety of fine art, including paintings, sculptures, photography, and crafts, along with live music performances spanning multiple genres.