City of Melbourne, Florida Community Calendar
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Art Works of Eau Gallie
Highland Avenue
Melbourne, Florida
Eau Gallie Riverfront Business District
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 12 – 9pm
The ArtWorks Festival is a plein-air show in Melbourne, FL which takes place in the historic district of Eau Gallie.
For more information please contact: 254-2584
More info: www.artworksofeaugallie.org…
Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting
Melbourne City Hall - Council Chambers
900 E. Strawbridge Avenue
Melbourne, Florida 32901
Monday, November 23, 2009, 6:30pm
Considers appeals in the enforcement of the Zoning Code and authorizes in specific cases a variance from the terms of the Zoning Code. The board meets the last Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m., Council Chamber.
Contact: (321) 953-6209 or p&z@melbourneflorida.org
More info: www.melbourneflorida.org…
Melbourne City Council Meeting
Melbourne City Hall - Council Chambers
900 E. Strawbridge Avenue
Melbourne, Florida 32901
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 6:30 – 10:30pm
The City Council consists of a Mayor and six Council Members elected to four-year terms. Although each of the six Council Members must live in the district which they represent, they are elected by citywide vote. Since Melbourne has by charter a Council-City Manager form of government, the City Council is responsible for setting policy, while the City Manager is responsible for the implementation of those policies. City Council meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers.
Contact: (321) 953-6225 or 953-6255 or cityclerk@melbourneflorida.org
More info: www.melbourneflorida.org…
Babcock Street Community Redevelopment Meeting
Melbourne City Hall - Council Chambers
900 E. Strawbridge Avenue
Melbourne, Florida 32901
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 8 – 10am
Acts in an advisory capacity to the City Council for the Babcock Street Redevelopment Area. The duties include preparation of recommended plans and modifications for redevelopment projects in the Babcock Street Redevelopment Area. Must be resident of Melbourne or engaged in business in one of the redevelopment areas. The committee meets on the fourth Wednesday in January, March, May, July, September, and November, 8:00 a.m., Council Chamber.
Contact: (321) 953-6312 or p&z@melbourneflorida.org
More info: www.melbourneflorida.org…
Thanksgiving Holiday - CITY HALL CLOSED
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Thanksgiving Holiday - City Hall Closed
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
Melbourne City Hall - Council Chambers
900 E. Strawbridge Avenue
Melbourne, Florida 32901
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 5:30 – 6:30pm
Reviews established policies and procedures, ordinances, land development regulations and the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Melbourne and recommends specific actions or initiatives to encourage or facilitate affordable housing. Residency not required. The board generally meets the second Monday and fourth Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber.
For addition information about the agenda or minutes contact the Housing and Community Development Department at 321/674-5734.
Thanksgiving Holiday - CITY HALL CLOSED
Friday, November 27, 2009
Thanksgiving Holiday - City Hall Closed
Eau Gallie Farmer's Market
1453 Highland Avenue
Melbourne, Florida
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 8am – 2pm
The Old Eau Gallie Farmers Market is open from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. every Saturday at the corner of Eau Gallie Blvd. & Highland Ave. next to the Brevard Museum of Art.
The Farmer's Market Features: Fresh Produce, Honey, Jellies & Jams, Arts & Crafts, Soaps & Bodycare, Coffee & Tea, Baked Goods, Flowers & Plants, And More.....
Live Music from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Sponsored by: Eau Gallie Merchants Association
Contact: manager@eaugalliefarmersmarket.com or (321) 254-3261
More info: www.eaugalliefarmersmarket.com
9th Annual Candlelight Shopping - Tree Lighting Ceremony
Campbell Park
929 New Haven Avenue
Melbourne, Florida
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 6pm
Sponsored by Melbourne Main Street
A tree lighting ceremony will be held on November 28th at Campbell Park at 6:00pm. Father Christmas will be on hand to distribute candy canes and the shops will be decorated, serving holiday goodies, and catering to the young in age and the young at heart.
Marine Resources Council Brown Bag Lunch Presentations
Lagoon House
3275 Dixie Hwy NE
Palm Bay, FL
Tuesday, December 1, 2009, 12 – 1pm
Brown Bag Lunch presentations are fun, informative, and free! Presentations target the layman, and covered topics include ecology, aquatic life, history, native plants, and others of interest to those who care about our environment and the Indian River Lagoon in particular.
Diamond Back Terrapin Turtles – A live animal presentation
Tim Kozusko – Environmental Management at Kennedy Space Center
Come and see live Diamond Back Terrapin Turtles and learn about their nesting and life cycles and what you can do to protect them.
For more information, call the Marine Resources Council at 321-725-7775
More info: mrcirl.org
Melbourne Housing Authority Board Meeting
South Area Housing Administrative Office
1686 Marywood Road
Melbourne, Florida
Wednesday, December 2, 2009, 11am – 12pm
Responsible for the acquisition, lease, construction, reconstruction, improvements and operations of federally funded housing projects within the City. The board meets the first Wednesday of each month, 11:00 a.m., South Area Housing Administrative Office, 1686 Marywood Road, Melbourne.
Contact: (321) 452-5331
More info: www.brfamha.org
Code Enforcement Board Meeting
Melbourne City Hall - Council Chambers
900 E. Strawbridge Avenue
Melbourne, Florida 32901
Wednesday, December 2, 2009, 6 – 9pm
Promotes, protects and improves the health, safety and welfare of the citizens and enhances property values by enforcing City codes; applies appropriate remedies; and promotes compliance. Activities include the imposition of fines and other non-criminal penalties where a pending or repeated violation continues to exist. Must be resident of Melbourne. The board meets approximately every six weeks, 6:00 p.m., Council Chamber. Completion of Financial Disclosure Form is required following appointment (annual requirement).
Contact: (321) 953-6252 or codecompliance@melbourneflorida.org
More info: www.melbourneflorida.org…
Planning & Zoning Board Meeting
Melbourne City Hall - Council Chambers
900 E. Strawbridge Avenue
Melbourne, Florida 32901
Thursday, December 3, 2009, 6:30 – 8:30pm
Acts primarily in an advisory capacity to the City Council on questions relating to zoning, comprehensive planning, and land use; conducts investigations on matters or proposals to change zoning and land development regulations; and in some cases makes the final decision on site plan approval requests under one acre. The board meets the first and third Thursday of the month, 6:30 p.m., Council Chamber.
Contact: (321) 953-6209 or p&z@melbourneflorida.org
More info: www.melbourneflorida.org…
Rummage Sale
Crane Community Center
1440 Mosswood Drive
Melbourne, Florida 32935
Friday, December 4, 2009, 8am – 1:30pm
Sponsored by the City of Melbourne
From 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Clean out the old stuff and make some money before the holidays! Join us at Crane Community Center for a great rummage sale. Sign up now! Space is limited!
For more information call Jerri Woodring at (321) 255-4609 or email cranecc@melbourneflorida.org
Melbourne Downtown Redevelopment Committee Meeting
Melbourne City Hall - Council Chambers
900 E. Strawbridge Avenue
Melbourne, Florida 32901
Friday, December 4, 2009, 8 – 10am
Acts in an advisory capacity to the City Council for the Melbourne Downtown Community Redevelopment Area. The duties include preparation of recommended plans and modifications for the redevelopment area. The board meets the first Friday in February, April, June, August, October, and December, 8:00 a.m., Council Chamber.
Contact: (321) 953-6209 or p&z@melbourneflorida.org
More info: www.melbourneflorida.org…
Brevard Antiques and Collectors Club
SUNTREE/VIERA Library
902 Jordan Blass Drive
Melbourne, FL 32940
Friday, December 4, 2009, 10am
The monthly meeting of the Brevard Antiques and Collectors Club in the SUNTREE/VIERA Library will be on May 1st, at 10:00 A.M.
The subject will be “Children’s Antique Clothes”. The guest speaker will be Cindy Earp. Please bring one topic related item for study and discussion.
Call Linda at 321-752-4610 for additional information.
First Friday Art Walk
Eau Gallie Arts District
Highland Ave
Melbourne, Florida
Friday, December 4, 2009, 5:30 – 8pm
First Friday Art Walk is a free event on the first Friday of each month from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
All art studios and galleries in the Eau Gallie Arts District will remain open for a free gallery-walk featuring exhibit openings, demonstrations, refreshments, and music.
For more information: Mary Wallis at 752-0463
Melbourne Swingtime Band Dance
Melbourne Auditorium
625 Hibiscus Blvd.
Melbourne, FL 32901
Friday, December 4, 2009, 7 – 10pm
From 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
For more information call: 724-0555
Eau Gallie Farmer's Market
1453 Highland Avenue
Melbourne, Florida
Saturday, December 5, 2009, 8am – 2pm
The Old Eau Gallie Farmers Market is open from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. every Saturday at the corner of Eau Gallie Blvd. & Highland Ave. next to the Brevard Museum of Art.
The Farmer's Market Features: Fresh Produce, Honey, Jellies & Jams, Arts & Crafts, Soaps & Bodycare, Coffee & Tea, Baked Goods, Flowers & Plants, And More.....
Live Music from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Sponsored by: Eau Gallie Merchants Association
Contact: manager@eaugalliefarmersmarket.com or (321) 254-3261
More info: www.eaugalliefarmersmarket.com
Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis
Ballard Park
924 Thomas Barbour Drive
Melbourne, FL 32935
Saturday, December 5, 2009, 8am
Registration begins at 7 a.m. Race begins at 8 a.m.
Event includes a 5K Run and 1 mile walk.
Sponsored by Arthritis Foundation.
Rummage Sale
Crane Community Center
1440 Mosswood Drive
Melbourne, Florida 32935
Saturday, December 5, 2009, 8am – 12:30pm
Sponsored by the City of Melbourne
From 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Clean out the old stuff and make some money before the holidays! Join us at Crane Community Center for a great rummage sale. Sign up now! Space is limited!
For more information call Jerri Woodring at (321) 255-4609 or email cranecc@melbourneflorida.org
Bible on Parade
Starts and returns to:
The Melbourne Auditorium
625 East Hibiscus Blvd.
Melbourne, FL 32901
Saturday, December 5, 2009, 2pm
Starts at 2:00 p.m.
Costumed Characters Take Spectators Back To Bible Times
There is no charge for this event.
No matter where you are on the Parade Route, children will be given a raffle ticket. Every ticket gets a gift at “The Celebration” that follows.
“Free” Hot Dogs, Cake & Drinks for everyone. LIVE Music & Presentations
More info: www.thebibleonparade.org
9th Annual Candlelight Shopping - Christmas Traditions
Historic Downtown Melbourne
New Haven Avenue
Melbourne, Florida
Saturday, December 5, 2009, 6pm
Sponsored by Melbourne Main Street
There’s no better way to get into the Holiday Season, whether you’re on your own, with friends or with all of your loved ones. The Downtown Merchants have come together to offer great entertainment and uniquely affordable gifts all set within a traditional atmosphere where you and old alike can truly find the Holiday spirit.
For more information, please contact Kris Ellis at 321-216-1220 or kris@vapormelbourne.com.
Citizens Advisory Board
Melbourne City Hall - Council Chambers
900 E. Strawbridge Avenue
Melbourne, Florida 32901
Monday, December 7, 2009, 7:30 – 9:30pm
The board meets the first Monday of each month, 7:30 p.m., Council Chamber.
Contact: (321) 674-5734 or housingcdbg@melbourneflorida.org
More info: www.melbourneflorida.org…
Marine Resources Council Brown Bag Lunch Presentations
Lagoon House
3275 Dixie Hwy NE
Palm Bay, FL
Tuesday, December 8, 2009, 12 – 1pm
Brown Bag Lunch presentations are fun, informative, and free! Presentations target the layman, and covered topics include ecology, aquatic life, history, native plants, and others of interest to those who care about our environment and the Indian River Lagoon in particular.
An Exploration into the Life of the Fish Hawk (Osprey)
Bob Montana – Osprey Watch Organization
Bob is a volunteer at Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge. His interest in Ospreys led to the establishment of Osprey Watch at the Refuge, which has become a multi-year project to document the lives of these birds of prey living in the Refuge. This is a portrayal of a typical nesting season. Additionally, the program showcases encounters with other wildlife in the Refuge – everything from River Otters and a family of Pileated Woodpeckers to fighting Red-Shouldered Hawks.
For more information, call the Marine Resources Council at 321-725-7775
More info: mrcirl.org
Melbourne City Council Meeting
Melbourne City Hall - Council Chambers
900 E. Strawbridge Avenue
Melbourne, Florida 32901
Tuesday, December 8, 2009, 6:30 – 10:30pm
The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m.
The City Council consists of a Mayor and six Council Members elected to four-year terms. Although each of the six Council Members must live in the district which they represent, they are elected by citywide vote. Since Melbourne has by charter a Council-City Manager form of government, the City Council is responsible for setting policy, while the City Manager is responsible for the implementation of those policies. City Council meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers.
For additional information about the agenda, minutes or about speaking before the City Council, contact the Office of the City Clerk, cityclerk@melbourneflorida.org, (321) 953-6225 or 953-6255.
Contact: (321) 953-6225 or 953-6255 or cityclerk@melbourneflorida.org
More info: www.melbourneflorida.org…
Beautification & Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting
Melbourne City Hall - Council Chambers
900 E. Strawbridge Avenue
Melbourne, Florida 32901
Wednesday, December 9, 2009, 8:30 – 10:30am
Works with individuals, agencies and organizations to improve the beautification and environmental protection and enhancement of the City. The board meets the second Wednesday of each month, 8:30 a.m., Council Chamber.
Contact: (321) 757-7127 or basmith@melbourneflorida.org
More info: www.melbourneflorida.org…
Melbourne Community Orchestra presents "Strike up the Holidays"
Melbourne Auditorium
625 Hibiscus Blvd.
Melbourne, FL 32901
Wednesday, December 9, 2009, 7:30pm
Starts at 7:30 p.m.
Admission is free but tickets are required.
For more information call: 724-0555
More info: www.mcorchestra.com
Olde Eau Gallie Riverfront Merchants Association
1551 Highland Avenue
Melbourne, FL 32935
Thursday, December 10, 2009, 8am
Olde Eau Gallie Riverfront Community Redevelopment Committee Meeting
Eau Gallie Civic Center
1551 Highland Avenue
Melbourne, Florida
Thursday, December 10, 2009, 8 – 10am
Acts in an advisory capacity to the City Council for the Olde Eau Gallie Riverfront Community Redevelopment Area. The duties include preparation of recommended plans and modifications for redevelopment in the area. The board meets the second Thursday of every other month, 8:00 a.m., Eau Gallie Civic Center.
Contact: (321) 953-6209 or p&z@melbourneflorida.org
More info: www.melbourneflorida.org…
Brevard Antiques and Collectors Club
Wickham Park Senior Center
2785 Leisure Way
Melbourne, Florida
(located in Wickham Park off Parkway Drive)
Thursday, December 10, 2009, 7pm
The monthly meeting of the Brevard Antiques and Collectors Club in the EAU GALLIE Library will be on May 14th, at 7:00 P.M.
The subject will be “Holiday Items”. Please bring one topic related item for study and discussion.
Call Linda at 321-752-4610 for additional information.
Police Community Relations Meeting
Grant Street Community Center
2547 Grant Street
Melbourne, FL 32935
Thursday, December 10, 2009, 7 – 9pm
Communication between members of the community and the Police Department involving law enforcement issues. Starts at 7 p.m. For more information call (321) 409-3314.
Contact: (321) 409-3314
Melbourne Community Orchestra presents "Strike up the Holidays"
Melbourne Auditorium
625 Hibiscus Blvd.
Melbourne, FL 32901
Thursday, December 10, 2009, 7:30pm
Starts at 7:30 p.m.
Admission is free but tickets are required.
For more information call: 724-0555
More info: www.mcorchestra.com
Eau Gallie Farmer's Market
1453 Highland Avenue
Melbourne, Florida
Saturday, December 12, 2009, 8am – 2pm
The Old Eau Gallie Farmers Market is open from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. every Saturday at the corner of Eau Gallie Blvd. & Highland Ave. next to the Brevard Museum of Art.
The Farmer's Market Features: Fresh Produce, Honey, Jellies & Jams, Arts & Crafts, Soaps & Bodycare, Coffee & Tea, Baked Goods, Flowers & Plants, And More.....
Live Music from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Sponsored by: Eau Gallie Merchants Association
Contact: manager@eaugalliefarmersmarket.com or (321) 254-3261
More info: www.eaugalliefarmersmarket.com
Melbourne Light Parade
912 E. New Haven Ave.
Melbourne, FL 32901
Saturday, December 12, 2009, 6pm
Parade starts at 6 p.m.
The parade route begins on Hibiscus and Babcock Street going South along Babcock Street to 192 / New Haven Avenue, continuing East along Strawbridge Avenue and ending at Waverly Place and Strawbridge Avenue.
For more information call 321-544-1777.
9th Annual Candlelight Shopping
Historic Downtown Melbourne
New Haven Avenue
Melbourne, Florida
Saturday, December 12, 2009, 6pm
Sponsored by Melbourne Main Street
There’s no better way to get into the Holiday Season, whether you’re on your own, with friends or with all of your loved ones. The Downtown Merchants have come together to offer great entertainment and uniquely affordable gifts all set within a traditional atmosphere where you and old alike can truly find the Holiday spirit.
For more information, please contact Kris Ellis at 321-216-1220 or kris@vapormelbourne.com.
Coin, Stamp & Collectible Show
Eau Gallie Civic Center
1551 Highland Ave
Melbourne, Florida
Sunday, December 13, 2009, 10am – 4pm
From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sponsored by South Brevard Coin Club and The Missile Stamp Club
Free Admission
Buy, Sell or Trade
Free Appraisals
For more information call (321) 751-3647
The 8th Annual Flutes & Voices of Christmas Concert
Suntree United Methodist Church
7400 N. Wickham Rd
Melbourne, Florida
Sunday, December 13, 2009, 2pm
Starts at 2 p.m.
The Indialantic Chamber Singers (ICS) and the Space Coast Flute Orchestra (SCFO) will perform their ever popular “8th Annual Flutes and Voices of Christmas” concert at two venues. Both performances are on Sunday, December 13, 2008 with the first performance at 2:00 PM at Suntree United Methodist Church, 7400 N. Wickham Rd in Suntree, Florida 32940. Then, at 4:30 PM, the same concert will be performed at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 106 N. Riverside Dr, Indialantic, FL 32903. The concerts will feature both the ICS and the SCFO performing works individually, as well as several pieces performed together.
With attendance at these concerts seeming to grow each year, concert goers should plan to arrive early for a good seat. As always, concerts are open to the public and admission is FREE. Donations are gratefully accepted, though, to cover the costs of music and instrument maintenance. For more information, please call Indialantic Chamber Singers at (321) 960-5000, or Space Coast Flute Orchestra at (321) 223-9875.
The 8th Annual Flutes & Voices of Christmas Concert
Eastminster Presbyterian Church
106 N. Riverside Dr
Indialantic, Florida
Sunday, December 13, 2009, 4:30pm
Starts at 4:30 p.m.
The Indialantic Chamber Singers (ICS) and the Space Coast Flute Orchestra (SCFO) will perform their ever popular “8th Annual Flutes and Voices of Christmas” concert at two venues. Both performances are on Sunday, December 13, 2008 with the first performance at 2:00 PM at Suntree United Methodist Church, 7400 N. Wickham Rd in Suntree, Florida 32940. Then, at 4:30 PM, the same concert will be performed at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 106 N. Riverside Dr, Indialantic, FL 32903. The concerts will feature both the ICS and the SCFO performing works individually, as well as several pieces performed together.
With attendance at these concerts seeming to grow each year, concert goers should plan to arrive early for a good seat. As always, concerts are open to the public and admission is FREE. Donations are gratefully accepted, though, to cover the costs of music and instrument maintenance. For more information, please call Indialantic Chamber Singers at (321) 960-5000, or Space Coast Flute Orchestra at (321) 223-9875.
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
Melbourne City Hall - Council Chambers
900 E. Strawbridge Avenue
Melbourne, Florida 32901
Monday, December 14, 2009, 5:30 – 6:30pm
Reviews established policies and procedures, ordinances, land development regulations and the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Melbourne and recommends specific actions or initiatives to encourage or facilitate affordable housing. Residency not required. The board generally meets the second Monday and fourth Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber.
For addition information about the agenda or minutes contact the Housing and Community Development Department at 321/674-5734.
Marine Resources Council Brown Bag Lunch Presentations
Lagoon House
3275 Dixie Hwy NE
Palm Bay, FL
Tuesday, December 15, 2009, 12 – 1pm
Brown Bag Lunch presentations are fun, informative, and free! Presentations target the layman, and covered topics include ecology, aquatic life, history, native plants, and others of interest to those who care about our environment and the Indian River Lagoon in particular.
How to Harvest Seaweed and Ocean Water for Superior Plant and Garden Fertilizer
Susan Keiffer
Find out how to take advantage of living on the coast of Florida where we have the best natural fertilizer available to us for free! Lean how to safely use it for maximum results in the garden and for all your plants needs.
For more information, call the Marine Resources Council at 321-725-7775
More info: mrcirl.org
Historic Preservation Board Meeting
Melbourne City Hall - Council Chambers
900 E. Strawbridge Avenue
Melbourne, Florida 32901
Tuesday, December 15, 2009, 5:30 – 7:30pm
The Historic Preservation Board shall maintain an inventory of historically or archaeologically significant resources, districts, sites or zones within the City; recommend to the City Council properties for designation as historic resources, historic districts, archaeological sites and zones and monitor the administration and upkeep of the local register of historic resources and historic districts; serve as a quasi-judicial instrument to approve or deny special certificates of appropriateness; recommend to the appropriate bodies that certain provision of the City’s Codes be amended, varied, waived or superseded when appropriate as a means of encouraging historic preservation; develop, establish and regulate historic guidelines; make recommendations to the City Council about façade easements and the utilization of grants and donations; with the express approval of City Council, seek and solicit for grants and gifts; create and approve standardized historic markers and plaques; and comply with the requirements of the State of Florida’s Division of Historical Resources Certified Local Government program.
The board meets the third Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber.
Contact: (321) 953-6209 or p&z@melbourneflorida.org
More info: www.melbourneflorida.org…
Melbourne Municipal Band Concert
Melbourne Auditorium
625 Hibiscus Blvd.
Melbourne, FL 32901
Tuesday, December 15, 2009, 7:30pm
Starts at 7:30 p.m.
For more information call: 724-0555
Architectural Review Board Meeting
Melbourne City Hall - Council Chambers
900 E. Strawbridge Avenue
Melbourne, Florida 32901
Wednesday, December 16, 2009, 6 – 8pm
The Architectural Review Board reviews exterior improvements to properties (which includes signs, alterations and color changes) and new developments within the Melbourne Downtown Community Redevelopment Area, Olde Eau Gallie Riverfront Community Redevelopment Area and the Babcock Street Community Redevelopment Area. The board meets the third Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber.
Contact: (321) 953-6312 or p&z@melbourneflorida.org
More info: www.melbourneflorida.org…
Melbourne Municipal Band Concert
Melbourne Auditorium
625 Hibiscus Blvd.
Melbourne, FL 32901
Wednesday, December 16, 2009, 7:30pm
Starts at 7:30 p.m.
For more information call: 724-0555
Planning & Zoning Board Meeting
Melbourne City Hall - Council Chambers
900 E. Strawbridge Avenue
Melbourne, Florida 32901
Thursday, December 17, 2009, 6:30 – 8:30pm
Acts primarily in an advisory capacity to the City Council on questions relating to zoning, comprehensive planning, and land use; conducts investigations on matters or proposals to change zoning and land development regulations; and in some cases makes the final decision on site plan approval requests under one acre. The board meets the first and third Thursday of the month, 6:30 p.m., Council Chamber.
Contact: (321) 953-6209 or p&z@melbourneflorida.org
More info: www.melbourneflorida.org…
Brevard Antiques and Collectors Club
MELBOURNE BEACH Library
324 Ocean Ave.
Melbourne Beach, FL 32951
Friday, December 18, 2009, 10am
The monthly meeting of the Brevard Antiques and Collectors Club in the MELBOURNE BEACH Library will be on May 19th, at 10:00 A.M.
The subject of this meeting will be “Holiday Items”. Please bring one topic related item for study and discussion.
Call Linda at 321-752-4610 for additional information.
Gem and Jewelry Show
Melbourne Auditorium
625 East Hibiscus Avenue
Melbourne, Florida 32901
Friday, December 18, 2009, 10am – 5pm
From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information call: 723-0742
Eau Gallie Farmer's Market
1453 Highland Avenue
Melbourne, Florida
Saturday, December 19, 2009, 8am – 2pm
The Old Eau Gallie Farmers Market is open from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. every Saturday at the corner of Eau Gallie Blvd. & Highland Ave. next to the Brevard Museum of Art.
The Farmer's Market Features: Fresh Produce, Honey, Jellies & Jams, Arts & Crafts, Soaps & Bodycare, Coffee & Tea, Baked Goods, Flowers & Plants, And More.....
Live Music from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Sponsored by: Eau Gallie Merchants Association
Contact: manager@eaugalliefarmersmarket.com or (321) 254-3261
More info: www.eaugalliefarmersmarket.com
Winter Workshop
Eau Gallie Civic Center
1551 Highland Ave
Melbourne, Florida
Saturday, December 19, 2009, 10am – 4pm
From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Drop your little ones off so you can “Shop ‘til you Drop”. We will keep your kids busy in our workshop making gifts for friends & family while you do your shopping.
Lunch will be served! $20-Melbourne Residents/$24-Non-Residents
For more information call: 255-4608
Gem and Jewelry Show
Melbourne Auditorium
625 East Hibiscus Avenue
Melbourne, Florida 32901
Saturday, December 19, 2009, 10am – 5pm
From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information call: 723-0742
9th Annual Candlelight Shopping - Shop Till Toy Drop
Historic Downtown Melbourne
New Haven Avenue
Melbourne, Florida
Saturday, December 19, 2009, 6pm
Sponsored by Melbourne Main Street
There’s no better way to get into the Holiday Season, whether you’re on your own, with friends or with all of your loved ones. The Downtown Merchants have come together to offer great entertainment and uniquely affordable gifts all set within a traditional atmosphere where you and old alike can truly find the Holiday spirit.
For more information, please contact Kris Ellis at 321-216-1220 or kris@vapormelbourne.com.
Gem and Jewelry Show
Melbourne Auditorium
625 East Hibiscus Avenue
Melbourne, Florida 32901
Sunday, December 20, 2009, 10am – 5pm
From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information call: 723-0742
Christmas Holiday - CITY HALL CLOSED
Thursday, December 24, 2009
Happy Holidays - City Hall Closed
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
Melbourne City Hall - Council Chambers
900 E. Strawbridge Avenue
Melbourne, Florida 32901
Thursday, December 24, 2009, 5:30 – 6:30pm
Reviews established policies and procedures, ordinances, land development regulations and the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Melbourne and recommends specific actions or initiatives to encourage or facilitate affordable housing. Residency not required. The board generally meets the second Monday and fourth Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber.
For addition information about the agenda or minutes contact the Housing and Community Development Department at 321/674-5734.
Christmas Holiday - CITY HALL CLOSED
Friday, December 25, 2009
Happy Holidays - City Hall Closed
Eau Gallie Farmer's Market
1453 Highland Avenue
Melbourne, Florida
Saturday, December 26, 2009, 8am – 2pm
The Old Eau Gallie Farmers Market is open from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. every Saturday at the corner of Eau Gallie Blvd. & Highland Ave. next to the Brevard Museum of Art.
The Farmer's Market Features: Fresh Produce, Honey, Jellies & Jams, Arts & Crafts, Soaps & Bodycare, Coffee & Tea, Baked Goods, Flowers & Plants, And More.....
Live Music from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Sponsored by: Eau Gallie Merchants Association
Contact: manager@eaugalliefarmersmarket.com or (321) 254-3261
More info: www.eaugalliefarmersmarket.com
