November 18, 2021
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A slice of perfection Key Lime Pie, topped with fresh, homemade cream, is one of the top sellers. Melbourne bakery offers a unique combination of dessert and dinner pies Joan Flavin decided to start her pie-making business after her children...
November 16, 2021
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Sharing the harvest
A harvest of veggie delights awaits at Florida Fields to Forks, an outstanding example of the Community Supported Agriculture program
November 16, 2021
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Sounds of the Symphony
Sounds of the Symphony Members of the Brevard Symphony Orchestra wear masks [except for wind and brass musicians while they are playing] and are socially distanced as they perform. BREVARD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Orchestra’s lineup features works by classical and modern...
November 11, 2021
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Shelling out relief
A single oyster can filter 30-50 gallons of polluted water in a day, a tiny clam, as much as 25 gallons.
November 11, 2021
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Claws for celebration
There’s nothing more satisfying than sitting down and enjoying stone crabs that were caught the same day.
November 11, 2021
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A magical time to share traditions or visit new ones
Although Christmas in Florida is different than the snow-covered Christmases many people know in the north, holidays here aren’t without their traditions.
October 9, 2021
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About face
About face Evolving cosmetic procedures help keep Father Time at bay Christi Adams of Melbourne Beach appreciates the refreshed look she gets from aesthetic procedures. HEALTH FIRST Time marches on, often tromping faces in the process. Fortunately for those eager...
October 9, 2021
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Paddle power
Paddle power Karen McLaughlin, left, owner of Karen’s Kayaks, launches one of her eco tours out of Honest John’s Fish Camp, off A1A in south Melbourne Beach, where, she says, there is more marine life and the lagoon’s water quality...
October 8, 2021
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Planting the seeds
Planting the seeds Thacker's relaxed atmosphere and open-air classroom attracts families every Monday afternoon at Banana River Yard in Satellite Beach. MICHAEL R. BROWN PHOTOS Nursery’s innovative program cultivates future nature lovers By Cynthia Van Gaasbeck Catherine Chickowski bites through...
October 8, 2021
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It’s all the buzz
It’s all the buzz Kontnik and Sorensen collect plenty of honey from their single hive and like to share it with neighbors and friends. FRED MAYS Backyard beekeeping can be a honey of a hobby Have you checked the price...
October 8, 2021
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Toast to the town
Toast to the town Oceanside Distillery, which produces four kinds of liquor, officially opened May 27. STEVEN R. HICKS PHOTOS New Cape Canaveral distillery pays homage to its local roots The story of Brevard’s first spirits distillery doesn’t include 100-year-old...
October 7, 2021
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Heartfelt renovation
Volunteers labor for years to preserve home of a remarkable pioneer
September 15, 2021
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Bahamian bowlful
A combination of conch, spices and vegetables makes for a delicious chowder





