In this issue:

Veterans gather at the marina to show off their smiles and catches after a day of fishing. Photo courtesy of John Lesnik

Hooks of Hope Casts Lifelines to Local Veterans

Hooks of Hope fishing retreats bring military veterans a renewed sense of strength, purpose, and hope
Blue Angels. Photo by Joey Calmes

The Vero Beach Air Show is a Top Flight Operation

The Vero Beach Air Show, which returns May 15 to 17, has built a stellar reputation among fans and performers alike
Mike and Chandler Sexton with their children. Photo by Steven Martine copy

A Day on Treasure Hammock Ranch

At Treasure Hammock Ranch, Mike and Chandler Sexton honor pioneer ranching traditions while adding a few twists—all with three little ones in tow
Spirit-free sips. Photo by Gyorgy Papp

Five Spirit-Free Cocktails to Sip and Savor

Spirit-free cocktails have earned a permanent place at the table, inviting everyone to have their drink and sip it too
St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park, which boasts a 4.2-mile-long kayak trail. Photo courtesy of iStock

The Untamed Beauty of Florida’s State Parks

When developers came for our state parks, locals pushed back. Now it’s time for us to appreciate what we saved.

Explore the Area

View to Biarritz from Guethary by Charles Neal, oil on canvas, 24 1_8 x 36 1_8 inches. Courtesy of Findlay Galleries

Three Art Exhibits to See This April

"Masterworks" Through May 2 Last month, we featured John Phillip Osborne...
The Vero Beach Museum of Art will host the annual Children’s Art Festival April 11. Photo by Denise Ritchie, courtesy of the Vero Beach Museum of Art.

Children’s Art Festival Returns to Vero Beach Museum of Art

The Vero Beach Museum of Art will host the Children’s Art Festival, a free, all-ages event celebrating of the arts, April 11
Linda Kloss finds happiness spending time helping children who have had a more challenging start in life. Photo by Sam Wolfe

Linda Kloss Devotes Her Time to Tykes and Teens

Linda Kloss is devoting her retirement to children’s mental health via Treasure Coast-based Tykes and Teens
The Rising Stars vocal competition and concert, will be held April 15–17. Photo by J. Patrick Rice

Six April Attractions Coming to Vero Beach

Shows, sports, and celebrations bring the community together throughout April
Playful Toy Sailboats by John C. Traynor, oil on linen, 12 x 18 inches

Spring Exhibitions to See at Local Galleries

Local galleries are showing new art, hot off the brush!
On March 9, Vero Beach Museum of Art’s International Lecture Series welcomes Emmy Award–winning CBS correspondent Conor Knighton

Five Cultural Events to Enjoy in Vero Beach

Concerts, festivals, luncheons, and lectures: Take your pick or enjoy them all!

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Isaac Mizrahi is a True Original

Get ready for a fresh breeze of fun, wit, and backstage buzz from one of New York’s most celebrated fashion designers

Local Students Create Wallpaper Couture

Indian River Charter High School students give Victorian fashions a modern stitch

LOCAL FLAVOR

Culinary Adventure with Chef Michael Amaral

In his own way, Chef Michael Amaral brings the world to Vero Beach at his restaurant, River Twist

In the Kitchen at Capt. Hiram’s Resort

At a local resort, chefs enjoy the sunrise every morning while prepping

HOME GARDEN

Tips for Preparing Landscapes for the Summer Ahead

We prepare for summer as our landscapes recover from this year’s freeze

Local Nature Informs Florida-Friendly Landscaping

Spending time out in nature can inform our landscaping habits

LOCAL HISTORY

Take a Peek Into Florida’s Evolution

It’s hard to pinpoint when "Old Florida" became ‘New Florida." Let’s say 1971.

The History of the Sunshine State in Literature

In the nineteenth century, some well-known writers touted Florida’s qualities