COCOA 1/16: Martin Luther King, Jr. March & Celebration The march begins at Provost Park on Varr Ave. at 2 p.m. It will end with a celebration in Riverfront Park. For more information on this free event, call 704-0433. Cocoa Village Playhouse January shows include a special limited encore presentation of “Windy City” January 7-8 and 12-15. For details and ticket information, call the box office at 636-5050, or visit www.cocoavillageplayhouse.com The Brevard Veterinary Hospital... [Read more...]
Word on the Street: December 2011 COCOA 12/3-12/4: 28th Annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair On both days, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., stroll the streets of Cocoa Village to view works by over 125 artists. Also planned are a kids’ “Fun Zone,” live street entertainment, local vendors, and a food court. Free. Call 631-9075. 12/16: Free Movie in the Park Enjoy a free showing of “Scrooge,” the award-winning 1970 musical version of “A Christmas Carol,” starring... [Read more...]
COCOA 11/6: Woof It Up! AKC Responsible Dog Ownership The City of Cocoa, along with the Brevard County Dog Training Club, hosts this fun family event at Riverfront Park from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vendors, including rescue organizations, will be set up throughout the Park while demonstrators and games are conducted throughout the day. Social dogs only, please. Admission is free. Call 639-3500 to find out more. 11/20: Central Brevard Humane Society’s 14th Annual Critter Run at the Humane Society,... [Read more...]
COCOA 10/8-10/9: Cocoa Village Oktoberfest A German-style street party with traditional food and beverages, street vendors, and live entertainment provided by five bands on three different stages. The event begins on 10/8 at 5 p.m. Street party tickets $10 each. Find out more at www.cocoavillageoktoberfest.com 10/15-10/16: Fall Arts And Crafts Fair in downtown Cocoa Village, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Admission is free. Call 631-9075 to learn more. 10/28: Pumpkins in the Park 5K Run/Walk held... [Read more...]
COCOA 9/2-9/30: “Endless Summer: the Warmth of Nostalgia” an exhibition of photography, film, and mixed media at Brick & Mortar (634 Brevard Ave. in downtown Cocoa Village). Featured artists include Stephen Wilson, Dustin Miller, Ty Williams, Rich Sullivan, and surfboard shapers Ricky Carroll and Larry Mayo. The exhibition runs through September 30. The opening is set for Friday, 9/2, at 8 p.m. Enjoy live music and a meet-and-greet with the artists. (Beverages available upon donation.)... [Read more...]
COCOA 8/19: Free Movie in the Park “Matinee” (PG), portions of which were shot in Cocoa Village, will be shown in Riverfront Park on the big screen at 8 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. Free. To learn more, visit: www.cocoafl.org CAPE CANAVERAL 8/5: Friday Fest featuring food, beverage, and arts vendors, spray paint street art demonstrations by Crazy Cuzz, bounce houses, and live entertainment from ViliFi and Lonnie & Delinda. From 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. To learn more, call... [Read more...]
COCOA 7/15: Free Movie in the Park “Shrek” (PG) will be shown in Riverfront Park on the big screen at 8 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. Free. To learn more, visit www.cocoafl.org Animal Wellness Center The Cocoa Village Animal Wellness Center recently celebrated its Open House and Ribbon Cutting. Owner and veterinarian Dr. Donna Ragona, D.V.M., C.V. A., offers a full service veterinary clinic, integrating low-cost soft tissue surgery and preventative medicine with the... [Read more...]
COCOA 6/10-6/11: BBQ & Blues Fest Held at Riverfront Park in Cocoa Village, this free event is open to the public beginning Saturday, June 11 at 11 a.m. and will feature performances by the Nouveaux Honkies, Little Mike and the Tornadoes, James McKaba and the After Hours Band, the Shaun Rounds Blues Band, and Josh Miller’s Blues Revue. Visitors can also look forward to a host of barbecue vendors, including Pro Circuit, Backyard, and People’s Choice Barbecue competitions. Friday night... [Read more...]
CITY COCOA 5/20: Free Movie in the Park “The Princess and the Frog” (G) will be shown in Riverfront Park on the big screen at 8 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. Free. 5/21-5/22: Summer Arts & Crafts Fair Annual arts and crafts fair in the Village, with the streets to be lined with various artists and vendors. The event runs both days from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 5/30: Memorial Day Service This gathering in Riverfront Park will commemorate all the men and women who bravely gave... [Read more...]
CITY COCOA 4/2: Gallery Walk Join the Galleries of Cocoa Village from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. for the largest Gallery Walk in the area’s 14-year history. With 21 galleries participating, this event offers a diverse and engaging art experience in two- and three-dimensional art. Participants will have the opportunity to meet dozens of local artists and gallery owners. Highlights include live art demonstrations, music, refreshments, and the chance to win prizes. For more information, visit www.cocoagalleries.com... [Read more...]
