Rockledge

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Park Profile: Community Park of Rockledge (Dick Blake Park)

There are no less than 108 parks in Brevard County, all of them free and fun for the whole family. Every so often, Brevard Happening profiles one of these community gems. This week’s park: Community Park of Rockledge / Dick Blake Park 398 Gus Hipp Boulevard in Rockledge Looking for a park with plenty of [...]

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Ugly Christmas Sweater Parties in Brevard (Yeah, These Are A Thing!)

Prior to the ironic 2000s, most of us would have never dreamed of going out in public wearing an ugly Christmas sweater. Sure, they were okay for elderly school teachers and Clark Griswold, but not for the rest of us. Today, ugly Christmas sweaters are as ubiquitous to the holiday season as cookie swaps, complaining [...]

A Day of Parades 2012

A Day of Parades 2012

The holidays are upon us here in Brevard County and wouldn’t you know it, Saturday Dec. 8 is a day of parades! Sure, they may be taking place in two different towns, but they’re also happening at two different times, which means that you can attend both if the holiday spirit moves you! And why [...]

Brevard County Things To Do: Fall 2012

Brevard County Things To Do: Fall 2012

There are two ways to tell for sure that fall has arrived here in Brevard County. First, your electric bill goes down as a result of not running the air conditioner 24/7. Second, your calendar starts to fill with fall festivals, Oktoberfests and other great autumn events. Here are our picks for what you should [...]

For Local Handcrafted Gifts, Here’s A Store You’ll Love

For Local Handcrafted Gifts, Here’s A Store You’ll Love

Tired of all the generic, mass-produced products being offered at today’s big box stores? Looking for the perfect gift for someone who enjoys both life’s little luxuries and supporting local home-based businesses? You need to check out The Prismatic Peacock, an online boutique whose owner/artisan, Jessica Croft, calls Brevard County home. “We believe that beautiful [...]

Brevard Dining: Add Vintage 56 to Your Rotation

Brevard Dining: Add Vintage 56 to Your Rotation

Though Vintage 56 has been named one of Brevard County’s favorite date restaurants and is the perfect place to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, job promotion or girls’ night out, this gem isn’t just for special occasions. Sure, they have cloth napkins and a menu that rivals any of the upper echelon eateries on the Space [...]

Pet-friendly Brevard: Restaurants and More

Pet-friendly Brevard: Restaurants and More

If your pets are anything like mine, they’re always up for a ride. I love to take my dogs with me as often as possible, so any time I find a pet-friendly Brevard business that allows four-legged customers, I do my best to support them! A couple bits of advice before you bring your pets into [...]

Happening this Weekend in Brevard: Aug. 3-5, 2012

Happening this Weekend in Brevard: Aug. 3-5, 2012

The strange thing about summer in Florida is that it seems to end earlier but last longer, if that makes any sense. Anyway, as our summer here in Brevard comes to a close (once the back-to-school stuff comes out, that’s it), there’s no shortage of great things to do. Check out this week’s list and [...]

Summer Fishing in Brevard: A Primer

Summer Fishing in Brevard: A Primer

As mid-summer in Brevard County approaches, you can count on a few things. Namely calm, glassy conditions, afternoon thunderstorms, and HEAT. Your best bet is to get out on the water early and get your fishing in by two or three o’clock. Make sure to keep yourself covered up with light clothing and sun block, [...]

Vintage 56 Unveils “Palette and Palate”

Vintage 56 Unveils “Palette and Palate”

The Rockledge-based modern American fare and tapas restaurant, Vintage 56, is partnering with Brevard Community College art instructor, Lorisa Hilburn, on a new pairing that is sure to delight patrons of both fine dining and fine art. Part art class, part food and wine tasting, they’re calling it “Palette and Palate.” For $35, “Palette and [...]