Cultural Calendar Aug 29-Sep 5

CCIRC Arts & Entertainment Calendar for Indian River Guardian

Arts, entertainment and fun in Vero Beach, Sebastian and Indian River County as compiled by the Cultural Council of Indian River County Sat Aug 29 to Sept 5

Riverside Theatre offers The Loop, local musicians play The Loop Outdoor Stage on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. | Saturday Aug. 29 Dottie Kelly & the Rock House Band (Soul, Blues, Motown, R&B) | Thursday Sept. 3 Mr Motwn (Singer, Songwriter, Entertainer. Sweet sounds of Motown) | Friday Sept. 4 Pippin & Willin’ (Acoustic Multigenre singer songwriters) | Saturday Sept. 5 Collins & Company (Rock/Pop)

Riverside Theatre offers Comedy Zone on Fridays at 7:00 p.m. and Saturdays at 6:00 p.m. & 8:30 p.m. Riverside’s showcase of professional comedians touring the comedy circuit takes the Waxlax Stage.  Aug 29 Claude Stuart and Nik Macik.

Environmental Learning Center offers Family Fishing Day Aug. 29 at 8:00 a.m. Led by Wabasso School of Fishing this is a free, hands-on fishing program that introduces young anglers to the joys of fishing while encouraging a lifelong appreciation for Florida’s waterways. Registration suggested as space is limited for each session.

Environmental Learning Center offers Dolphin Drift: SUP Yoga on Aug. 29 9:30 a.m. This is a 60-minute yin-inspired yoga class on stand-up paddleboards, perfect for beginners and those looking to unwind on the water. No paddleboarding or yoga experience is necessary.

Environmental Learning Center offers a Sound Bath Aug. 30 at 2:00 p.m. Join Micaela Deegan and step into a moment where the outside world softens, inviting your whole system into calm presence. You’ll be gently held in soothing soundscapes designed to restore balance to the mind, body, and nervous system.

Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Museum Babies & Museum Toddlers Sept. 1, 9:30 a.m.  First Tuesdays of the month. Babies and their caregivers join in art viewing, sensory experiences, and playful learning in the galleries. The program takes place in the museum’s galleries and include an art activity.  Space is limited; preregistration required

Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Museum Stories at VBMA Sept. 2 at 9:30 a.m. Every Wednesday at the VBMA unless closed for holiday. A theme-based, participatory program for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers that includes reading books, singing songs, dancing, and creating art together. Museum Stories takes place in the VBMA’s Art Zone.  9:30-10:30 a.m. (0-24 months) and 10:30-11:30 a.m. (2-4 years).

North Indian River County Library presents a Movie Screening Sept. 3 at 1:30 p.m.  This is a free screening of the 1957 musical comedy THE PAJAMA GAME starring Doris Day. Optional after-movie discussion and trivia games w/prizes for top winners. Free popcorn, sodas, & water. Held at North Indian River County Library. 

Artists Guild Gallery presents Weekly Fine Art Exhibit to Sept. 30. Enjoy an ever-changing fine art exhibit by Award-Winning Local Artists at the Artists Guild Gallery from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday thru Friday, as well as the Saturday after Gallery StrollOpen for First Friday Gallery Stroll Sept. 4 at 5 p.m.

Gallery 14 presents Coastal Currents: Paintings by Sarah Eden Houglum AND Sculptures by Sandy Bachmann, two sea inspired artists. Also highlighted will be the work of the Gallery’s eight artist-owners. Open for First Friday Gallery Stroll Sept. 4 at 5 p.m., otherwise closed until October. 

Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Art of the Cocktail at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 4. This month is Deep Dive – A refreshing cocktail inspired by the hidden beauty of the aquatic world. Drawing inspiration from the James Prosek: At Work exhibition, guests will immerse themselves in the theme of the evening through a lively docent-guided tour, then create a carefully selected cocktail with an expert mixologist. Tickets required.

McKee Botanical Garden offers Rare & Exotic Orchid Exhibit & Sale Sept. 5 & 6 at 9:00 a.m. In partnership with the Vero Beach Orchid Society, this event features many of Florida’s premier Orchid growers with the opportunity to admire and acquire some of the world’s finest specimen orchids.

Florida Art Chix Gallery presents Hot Summer Art,” works by Guest Artists Justine Lomenzo, Iris Peters, P. Hall, Jeff Hall, Michael Degnon, Ena Raquer, and Gallery Owners Camy De Mario and Judy Burgarella.  “Hot Summer Art” is currently on view and includes a book launch of DeMario’s new memoire, “What I Carried Through the Fire,” a riveting true story of tragedy, survival, adventure and art.

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. Exhibit Theme: “Old Florida Now” featuring works by Artist Members Mary Carter, Tony Caruso and Robin Woodward.  Exhibit runs to September 3.

Center for Spiritual Care is hosting an Exhibit through September featuring artists Kate Russum, Betsy Moser, and Joan DeLozier.  Viewing hours Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. to noon and Sunday from 1:00 pm. To 3:00 p.m.

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County exhibit at the Indian River County Courthouse, 2000 16th Avenue, Vero Beach. Currently on view The Butterfly Project, a collaborative exhibit between Community One Initiative and the Indian River School District to commemorate Remembrance of children lost in the holocaust.

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County is on exhibit in the Indian River County Administration Buildings A and B. Free To Be is the theme.  Featured Artist Members Jen Berlin, Mary Carter, Tony Caruso and David Kurland. On view to Oct 19.

Vero Beach Museum of Art presents James Prosek: At Work on view to Oct. 25 in the Holmes Gallery. This exhibition celebrates the significant projects that define the artist’s first 30 years of art making. This comprehensive survey presents the remarkable breadth of his practice, from on-the-spot field studies to studio work in painting, watercolor, and sculpture.

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County is on exhibit at Indian River County Intergenerational Recreation Center, 1590 9th Street SW. The theme is Through Their Eyes, an Audubon Advocates Program Photography by 5th Grade students from local schools. On view to Nov. 17.  

Vero Beach Museum of Art presents Jill Nathanson: Chromatic Phrases in Schumann and Titelman galleries. This exhibition presents recent work by Jill Nathanson, whose abstract paintings are shaped through a deliberate process that balances spontaneity with a predetermined structure. In her work, color does not remain fixed or purely descriptive but instead suggests movement as it is shaped by the interaction of light and perception. Exhibit continues to Feb. 7, 2027.

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