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Robin Volsky began his association with Vero Beach Theatre Guild in 1992 volunteering as a makeup artist and an occasional actor. Photo by Sam Wolfe

The Art of Illusion with Robin Volsky

The transformations wrought by theatrical makeup artist Robin Volsky go beyond the visual
Heidi Hill, a potter for the Soup Bowl fundraiser, produced dozens of bowls for this year’s event. Photo by Kelly Rogers

Local Potters Craft Soup Bowls to Support the Samaritan Center

Indian River Clay has made the autumn event a success each year
The first farm-to-table dinner at Tree House Vero Beach, held in January, was catered by Chefs Leanne Kelleher and Sue Torres of The Tides with ingredients provided by Pepper Trail Farm, Mushroom Brothers, and Birdie Hogan Farm. Photo by Pine & Forge Photography

Fresh Florida Fare at Tree House Vero Beach

Dinner is served at farm-to-table gatherings at Tree House Vero Beach
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Chef-Inspired Desserts for the Holiday Table

With the anticipation of the holiday season upon us, five local chefs give us creative inspiration and fresh flavors to add to our Thanksgiving dessert tables
This design establishes a new public space for the community that fosters connection and engagement with art. Rendering courtesy of Allied Works © KVANT-1

Vero Beach Museum of Art Plans Expansion

Vero Beach Museum of Art is building on the bond between nature and art

Explore the Area

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A Passion for Patients

Donating her medical services comes naturally to Dr. Nancy Baker.
Kristen Johnson makes time to give this lucky pooch some love

Everyday Miracles at Local Animal Shelters

Shelter workers face many challenges, but they wouldn’t trade jobs with anyone
McKee Botanical Gardens waterlilies. Photos by JPR Images 2

Waterlily Celebration Returns to McKee Botanical Garden

Enjoy the garden’s 80-plus waterlily varieties and vote for your favorite entry in the Seventeenth Annual Waterlily Photo Contest on June 18
Propelled by an Atlas V rocket, an environmental satellite soars into space just after its 2016 launch from Kennedy Space Center. A joint venture of NASA and NOAA, it sends weather-related images back to Earth. The photo was taken from the end of Gifford Dock Road in Vero Beach. Photo by Sam Wolfe

Living Space on the Treasure Coast

Proximity to Cape Canaveral’s launchpads makes Treasure Coast residents gravitate toward all things NASA and astronomy
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Opening Doors

Sometimes uncertain times require a fresh approach, even to fresh produce. Brittany Swartz, manager of the Farmers Market Oceanside, created the Farmers Market drop off program to ensure that local artisans could get their products to customers, without anyone having to leave the safety of home.
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Cycling and Recycling

Cycling is an excellent way both to explore and get exercise. In the Vero Beach community, it also provides the opportunity to give back.

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Fashion Forward with Jen Fourmont Brannen

What does a woman do when her values are increasingly at odds with her career? When she seeks, but cannot find, high-quality swimwear that...

World of Glass

Meet Karen LaMonte, the artist behind the sculpture "Reclining Dress Absence" in the VBMA's permanent collection at VBMA.

LOCAL FLAVOR

In the Kitchen with Chef Jessica Chacin

At Savores Grill House, chef Jessica Chacin brings the taste of Venezuela to Vero Beach

Family Style at Johnny D’s Market & Bistro

For Nina Amelio, owner of Johnny D’s Market & Bistro in Vero Beach, Italian cooking is a way of life

HOME GARDEN

Expert Tips for Creating Bird-Friendly Yards

Roll out the welcome mat for our migratory feathered friends with bird-friendly space that mimics the natural diversity they depend on

Treat the Garden to an August Refresh

Our August landscaping choices lay the groundwork for cooler weather ahead

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