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Liberty Day at Master's Academy
Master’s Academy recently commemorated Liberty Day with a schoolwide event honoring America’s heritage and the sacrifices of its veterans. Head of School Dr. Rick Brewer delivered a keynote address urging students to reflect on the foundational values of the nation. The program featured student performances of patriotic music, dramatic readings from the Declaration of Independence and Gettysburg Address, and a solemn tribute to veterans, including two honored World War II servicemen. The event served as a
Dyer Difference Award Gives Two Paws Up to Pets and Dreamers
Date: May 22, 2025 Contact: Wendy Dwyer Phone: 772-359-6833 Email: wld1@bellsouth.net Indian River County Photo Courtesy of Ilena Luts: Dyer Executive Manager Jonathan Hardi , Judi Lampert and Blue, John Dyer, Ted Pankiewicz, Jr., Ted Pankiewicz, Sr, Hunter Pankiewicz, Larry Solomon and Howie, Linn Stewart.St. Lucie County Photo Courtesy of Ilena Luts: Dyer General Manager William Peck presents the Dyer Difference Award to Maygan Johnson of IRSC. Dyer Difference Award Gives Two Paws
Master’s Academy Class of 2025 Celebrates Graduation with a Message of Purpose and Integrity
VERO BEACH, FL - Master’s Academy honored the graduating Class of 2025 in a moving and memorable commencement ceremony held on May 16, where students, families, faculty, and guests gathered to celebrate the academic and spiritual accomplishments of this year’s seniors. This year’s keynote address was delivered by Dr. Andre Vendryes, a long-term supporter of Master’s Academy and respected local family physician with over 30 years of experience. Born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica, Dr. Vendryes
Vero Beach Museum of Art Announces Free Admission, Class Discounts for U.S. Military Veterans
U.S. military Veterans can now visit the Vero Beach Museum of Art (VBMA) galleries and sculpture gardens free of charge. The Museum will also offer Veterans a 15% discount on regular classes and workshops, including Cork, Canvas & Co. This is in addition to the schedule of free classes for Veterans regularly offered at the Museum. “VBMA has always provided active-duty U.S. military personnel free admission to the Museum,” shares Director of Education and Visitor Experience Sara Klein. “With the
VBMA Offers Free Admission to Military Personnel and Their Families this Summer
The Vero Beach Museum of Art joins Blue Star Museums from across the nation to offer free admission to active-duty U.S. military personnel and their families from Saturday, May 17 (Armed Forces Day) through Monday, September 1, 2025 (Labor Day).The free admission program is available for those currently serving in the United States Military—Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, and Space Force, members of the Reserves, National Guard, U.S. Public Health Commissioned Corps, NOAA Commissioned
Vero Beach Museum of Art Named One of the Nation’s Best-Attended Small Museums
Vero Beach Museum of Art is one of the nation’s best-attended small museums, ranking first among museums with budgets under $12 million, not located in a city with high tourist traffic. Those insights come from the latest report published by Remuseum, an independent research project promoting innovation among art museums across the United States, demonstrating an outstanding ability to maximize impact with available resources. The distinction, based on the number of visitors Vero Beach Museum of Art
The 35th Annual VNA & Hospice Foundation Golf-A-Thon Is a Huge Success
VERO BEACH, Florida – (Thursday, May 8, 2025) The VNA & Hospice Foundation’s 35th annual Golf-A-Thon was held on Monday, April 28, 2025, at the Vero Beach Country Club and was a huge success, raising over $484,000. The only annual fundraiser for the VNA & Hospice Foundation, this event provides critical funding for our charitable care programs and services, including quality healthcare for Indian River County residents who have no financial resources to afford the home health and hospice care they deserve
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Master's Academy Launches Innovative Center for Calling & Career
Master’s Academy Launches Innovative Center for Calling & Career to Equip High School Students for Purpose-Driven FuturesNew program offers academic, career, and spiritual guidance to help students discover their God-given calling and confidently step into life beyond high school. VERO BEACH, FL - Master’s Academy of Vero Beach is pleased to announce the launch of its exclusive Center for Calling & Career (CCC), a visionary initiative designed to provide academic, career, and spiritual guidance to high
JohnMark Jenkins Appointed Director of Fitness & Wellness at Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club
Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club is pleased to announce the appointment of JohnMark Jenkins as Director of Fitness & Wellness. In this leadership role, Jenkins will oversee the daily operations of both the Fitness Center and Spa, ensuring that members receive exceptional fitness services, programs, and experiences. With over 20 years of experience in the fitness and wellness industry, Jenkins brings a wealth of hands-on knowledge and expertise to Orchid Island. Previously, he served as the Lead
Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club Hosts Annual Family 5K Walk & Run
Altruistic athletes recently had fun participating in the 2025 Family 5K Walk & Run at Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club. More than 200 club members and their families laced up for the annual race which also included a continental breakfast and awards ceremony. Monies raised benefit the Youth Guidance Mentoring Academy, an organization that provides positive adult role models for children with limited resources in Indian River County. "Supporting the community through philanthropic efforts is so important
Community leader, business owner and Indian River Chamber of Commerce member appointed to Vero Beach Chamber of Commerce Board to build more collaborations for the City with the County
News Release May 5, 2025 Kimberly Miller Director of Marketing kim@hcsvb.com Community leader, business owner and Indian River Chamber of Commerce member appointed to Vero Beach Chamber of Commerce Board to build more collaborations for the City with the County We are proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Colby Bechtold, RN, a passionate advocate for health and wellness in the Vero Beach community, to the Board of Directors for the Vero Beach Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Bechtold is deeply committed
VBMA Updates, Reminders, and 2025–2026 Season Preview
The Vero Beach Museum of Art summer schedule begins on Memorial Day. Museum galleries will be closed on Mondays beginning May 26. (Summer Art Camp, studio classes, and contemplative art classes continue their regular schedule.) Galleries will be open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. Complimentary docent-led tours, free with paid admission, take place daily at 2 p.m. The Museum Café, operated by Wood ‘n Spoon, will close for the season on May 2, 2025. The Museum
VNA Continues to Celebrate their 50th Anniversary
The Visiting Nurse Association Celebrates Its 50th AnniversaryVERO BEACH, Florida - (Wednesday, April 8, 2025) - On Tuesday, April 8, 2025 the Indian River County Board of County Commissioners read a proclamation honoring the 50th anniversary of the Visiting Nurse Association of the Treasure Coast (VNA).Commissioner Joe Earman read the proclamation and said how vital the VNA is to our community. Board Chair of the VNA & Hospice Foundation, Carol Kanarek, also spoke briefly. She noted how significant it was
Spring Art Talks Offer Museum Guests a Deeper Understanding of the French Moderns Exhibition
Vero Beach Museum of Art (VBMA) members and guests looking to enhance their appreciation of the visiting French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850–1950 exhibition should mark their calendars for spring Art Talk programs. Offered at noon on the third Wednesday of each month, Art Talk focuses on select artworks from special museum exhibitions and the permanent collection:April 16: Capturing Light—Artistic Expressions Across MediumsMay 21: Art and Innovation—A Journey of ExperimentationJune 18: Seeing Through
Natalie Holtom Interiors Unveils New Brand Identity and Website with Aura Agency
Vero Beach, FL – Natalie Holtom Interiors (NHI), a distinguished interior design studio in Vero Beach with over 30 years of experience, has launched a refined brand identity and a newly designed website, further highlighting its commitment to timeless design and practical sophistication. Recognizing the need for a refreshed digital presence, NHI partnered with Aura Agency, a member of the Indian River County Chamber of Commerce, to develop a new brand identity and website that aligns with their timeless
Registration for VBMA Summer Art Camp Opens in March
Families can soon enroll their budding artists ages 5 to 16 in their choice of weekly themed sessions at the Vero Beach Museum of Art’s Summer Art Camp. Museum members may begin registering on March 10; registration opens to the public on March 24. Summer Art Camp includes time in VBMA’s studios and galleries. Campers, grouped by age, will explore a variety of artmaking techniques, materials, and processes. All supplies are included. This year’s weekly themes are inspired by the French Moderns:
Vero Beach Museum of Art to Host the Only Southeast/Central Florida Stop for French Moderns: Monet to Matisse Exhibition
Explore one of the most pivotal and dynamic periods in art history when the internationally touring French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850–1950 exhibition makes its first and only South/Central Florida stop at the Vero Beach Museum of Art (VBMA), February 1 through June 22. The exhibition is organized by Lisa Small, Senior Curator of European Art, and Richard Aste, former Curator of European Art, Brooklyn Museum. Featuring 59 paintings and sculptures from the Brooklyn Museum’s esteemed collection of
VBMA Presents Timeless: Robert Farber’s Fashion Photography
Robert Farber’s professional practice spans commercial and fine art photography, with subject matter ranging from fashion and portraits to still life and landscapes. The works featured in Timeless are drawn from two major bodies of work: his Vintage Fashion series, captured during commercial shoots, and the Deterioration series, which consists of prints from his earlier fashion photography. These prints, created from film that became vulnerable to heat, humidity, and other elements over the years, reveal
