Brevard Indian River Lagoon Coalition

CCL Fl Space Coast Monthly Chapter Meeting
2018-02-17 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Suntree Viera Public Library, 902 Jordan Blass Dr, Melbourne, FL, 32940, United States
Citizens’ Climate Lobby, CCL is working to build the political will for legislative action. For more information please sign up at
http://www.citizensclimatelobby.org

North Brevard Litter Patrol
2018-02-17 08:30 - 10:30 | Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, 4745 Helen Hauser Blvd., Titusville, FL, 32780, United States
The next litter patrol in North Brevard will meet at Cracker Barrel near the I-95 exit at 0830 a.m. on Saturday, February 17. Plastic bags and safety vests will be provided. Bring sunscreen, bucket and gloves. Invite a friend.

North Brevard Litter Patrol Cleanup
2018-02-17 08:00 - 10:00
North Brevard Litter Patrol’s next cleanup will be Sat, Feb 17, location TBD.

Shore Stories - Melbourne
2018-02-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Hell ‘n Blazes Brewing Co., 1002 E New Haven Ave, Melbourne, FL, 32901, United States
This free showing is being held in conjunction with our monthly social mixer. As the Trump administration announced plans to open nearly all U.S. waters to offshore drilling, people across the country are standing up. This plan opens the floodgates to dirty and dangerous offshore drilling, threatening coastal economies that rely on clean and healthy oceans. This radical offshore drilling free-for-all is a clear example of politics over people, ignoring widespread local and state opposition.
Join us for Shore Stories, six short films that highlight the grassroots resistance taking place across the US, as well as stories from past oil and gas exploration – including the BP Deepwater Horizon disaster. After the films we’ll discuss the proposal and how you can get involved in resisting these disastrous plans.
Join us to stand together to protect the coast, and learn how we can keep up the fight to say NO to offshore drilling!

Feb. Social Mixer
2018-02-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Hell ‘n Blazes Brewing Co., 1002 E New Haven Ave, Melbourne, FL, 32901, United States
The Sebastian Inlet Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation is having a blast!
Our chapter is working on many initiatives to protect our beaches and help keep them beautiful. We’re having so much fun in the process that we’re inviting more people to join us. Therefore, we’ve teamed up with one of our favorite local breweries to have a monthly social mixer. Come out to meet like-minded folks in the community and make some new friends. Each of our monthly social mixers will feature some quick updates on our local and national projects, but we’re mostly getting together to have fun!

2nd Annual Beanie Beach Clean Up
2018-02-11 11:00 - 14:00 | Lori Wilson Park, 1500 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL, 32931, United States
The first clean up of the year!!! A little later then last year but its still “winter” so the theme is beanies not bikinis! We will meet at Lori Wilson State Park at 11am and clean our way to Coconuts on the Beach where you can stop for lunch or enjoy the rest of the day at the beach! We will also coordinate a car pool option to drive back to the park if necessary or you can walk back whenever you please!
If it is too hot to wear beanies..play along and bring one for a group photo!

Women of Action
2018-02-10 11:30 - 14:30 | Suntree Country Club, 1 Country Club Dr, Melbourne, FL, 32940, United States
The League of Women Voters of the Space Coast honors “Women of Action” on Saturday, February 10, 2018.
Three local women will be recognized for their achievements at a luncheon to be held at the Suntree Country Club, 1 Country Club Drive, in Melbourne at 11:30 A.M.
Guest speaker will be Isadora Rangel, Florida Today’s Public Affairs and Engagement Editor.
The Honorees are Jacqueline Chandler, Stacia Glavas and Laurilee Thompson.
Jacqueline Chandler – Founder and President of I Am Proof, Inc. – a group mentoring program for young men to provide life skills needed to build character and self-determination.
Stacia Glavas – Founder and CEO of Brevard Rescue Mission – an organization formed to break the cycle of homelessness among women with children.
Laurilee Thompson – Founding member and driving force behind the Space Coast Birding and Wildlife Festival and dedicated advocate of the protection of Florida’s natural resources.
Cost: $35 for members and $40 for non-members.
Menu choices include Sole stuffed with crabmeat, London Broil with red wine mushroom sauce or Vegetarian Lasagna. Meal includes salad, rolls and beverage.
RSVP deadline is February 2, 2018.
Payment must be made in advance. To register with menu selection, go to http://www.lwv-spacecoast.org (Events).
For more information, contact Doreen Archer at 321-622-4071 or doreenarcher1@gmail.com.
*Honorees::

Party in the Park
2018-02-10 10:00 - 15:00 | Fort Pierce Inlet State Park, Fort Pierce, FL, 34949, United States

Paddle With Manatees
2018-02-10 10:00 - 12:00
Details
‘Tis the season for manatees.
We will put in at French Landing, a public boat ramp at the end of the road that brings visitors to Blue Spring State Park in Orange City. Do not enter the state park. Parking is along the side of the road after you drop off your kayak (or canoe) and gear near the (unimproved) ramp.
A “new and improved” Meetup interface exhibits profound glitches when trying to set a location. Here is the address: 2398 W. French Ave, Orange City, FL 32763
The mouth of the Blue Spring Run is a short paddle from the put-in. We cannot paddle up the run but we can loiter and view the sea cows from our boats. Then we will continue up-river and explore Snake Creek. On our way back, we will dock at the state park, get out, view manatee from the boardwalk and eat lunch.
Aside from the usual kayaking gear bring socks and shoes to change into for walking in the park. A short hike is an option. We will leave the park when we feel like it and paddle back to French Landing. The 2:00 PM “end time” is not to be trusted.
There may be an “Iron Ranger” where we dock. So bring a few one dollar bills just in case. There are restrooms and concessions at the park. Rentals are available from St. Johns River Cruises (where we put-in). Call (386) 917-0724 for costs and reservations.
This may be a popular outing. Please do not plan to attend unless you RSVP via Meetup.com. If you have not paddled with me before, please expect and respond to an email message via Meetup. I will ask a few questions to screen participants for safety reasons

Sandy Paws Beach Cleanup
2018-02-10 09:30 - 11:30 | Canova Beach Dog Park, 3299 S Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL, 32951, United States
Canova Beach Cleanup, Melbourne Beach
Hosted by Sandy Paws Brevard
2nd Saturday of each month
930am-1130am
Contact: hfsteinberger@yahoo.com

Villon Locals Only Surf Festival
2018-02-10 08:00 - 2018-02-11 16:00 | Pelican Beach Clubhouse, 1495 SR-A1A, Satellite Beach, FL, 32937, United States
We will be sharing information on our coastal conservation programs. Chapter members are needed to man the booth! Let us know if you can help out. Beach Cleanup materials will be provided to anyone who would like to clean the beach. Enjoy the vibe and hang out for a bit! ??

Team Shoda Cleanup
2018-02-10 08:00 - 10:00 | Hightower Beach Park, 815 Highway A1A, Satellite Beach, FL, 32937, United States
Ethan Shoda is host of the event. Please arrive on time at 8 AM; recycling will be done at the end of the event. For more information, contact Kathleen Shoda at 321-474-6156 or email at Mrssupershoda@cfl.rr.com.

Team Shoda Cleanup
2018-02-10 08:00 - 10:00 | Pelican Beach, Satellite Beach, FL, United States

Bat Boogie 3k
2018-02-10 06:00 - 08:30 | Brevard Zoo, 8225 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32940, United States
Zip through the Zoo during our 12th annual 3k race organized by Running Zone Foundation! Participate in the 7 a.m. race (for runners who can finish in under 20 minutes) or the 7:35 a.m. race (for those who need a little more time). A free “kiddie run” follows.
All runners will be entered in a drawing for a $500 Disney gift card. Participants receive 50% off Zoo admission on the day of the race (race number required).

CCA Ocala Banquet 2018
2018-02-09 17:30 - 22:00 | Circle Square Cultural Center, 8395 SW 80th St, Ocala, FL, 34481, United States
Presented by KARAB Instrument Inc. and ARK-1 Enterprises, the CCA Ocala Chapter Banquet and Auction is shaping up to be our biggest and best banquet in Ocala yet!

Sustainability Summit
2018-02-08 17:00 - 20:30
The City Of Satellite Beach will be hosting the first Sustainability Summit in Brevard County this February 8th, from 5:00 pm until 8:30 pm. The event will be located at the Satellite beach Civic Center at 565 Cassia Boulevard, Satellite Beach, FL. We will be talking all things sustainable, specifically how to create a Sustainability Action Plan and how to implement it in a city. All Brevard County City’s with a sustainability or environmental minded board will be involved and will give a synopsis of where they are in this process and their goals. Then our guest speakers will give some personal insight into the progress they have made to move towards sustainability. The event will close with the panel answering questions from the public.
The City of Satellite Beach is excited to be hosting this event and we hope to see you there. — at Satellite Beach Civic Center 565 Cassia Boulevard, Satellite Beach, FL.

Restoring Natural Resilience to the IRL
2018-02-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Lagoon House, 3275 Dixie Hwy NE, Palm Bay, FL, 32905, United States
Join us for our February Brown Bag Lunch, with guest speaker Jake Zehnder from Brevard Zoo’s Restoration Team. He will provide insight on the projects that the Brevard Zoo is working on to involve the community in restoration of the Indian River Lagoon. These programs are a response to the problems facing the Indian River Lagoon that have led Brevard County to pass The Save Our Lagoon tax referendum in 2016 and will help to overcome the hurdles that we, as a community, will face in restoring natural resilience to the Lagoon.
Raised in Southwest Florida, Jake cut his teeth on the fight to save Babcock Ranch and Lake Okeechobee discharges. He attended the Florida Institute of Technology to study Marine Biology and Sustainability. This is where he met his wife, Kate Zehnder, the Volunteer and Membership Coordinator at MRC. After graduation he moved to San Diego, CA to work on Environmental Policy and Community Organizing, including working on the California statewide plastic bag ban and San Diego’s commitment to 100% renewable energy by 2035. He was tempted back to the Melbourne area by the growth and success of Brevard Zoo’s Restore Our Shores program and the widespread support from the community for Lagoon restoration.
This event is free and open to the public, all attendees have to do is register online. If interested and able, we ask participants to donate $5 toward our guest speaker series. This educational series is a long-standing and cherished program of the MRC that is supported by volunteers and the community’s charitable giving. All donations are tax-deductible. Attendees are encouraged and welcome to bring and enjoy their lunch during the seminar! For more information on the Marine Resources Council, please visit http://www.SaveTheIRl.org.

Hightower Beach Cleanup
2018-02-04 09:00 - 10:00 | Hightower Beach Park, 815 Highway A1A, Satellite Beach, FL, 32937, United States
The Humanist Community of the Space Coast invites you to help keep Hightower Beach clean. This cleanup takes place every other Sunday from 9 AM until 10 AM. Please contact Mary Froment at mcm.froment@gmail.com for more information.

MRC Mangrove Team Workshop
2018-02-03 15:00 - 16:30 | Marine Resources Council, 3275 Dixie Hwy NE, Palm Bay, FL, 32905, United States
*** Please note: The February Workshop will be held at the Lagoon House (3275 Dixie Hwy NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905) where we will be doing a lagoon side cleanup in preparation for an upcoming planting.
Looking for a fun way to give back to the Lagoon and get your hands dirty? Come join the MRC Mangrove Team!
This is a volunteer team that meets on the first Saturday of each month at 9:30am. The team works to maintain and grow the thousands of mangroves housed at the MRC Greenhouse. The team typically meets down at the MRC Greenhouse located in Vero Beach, FL. If you would like to caravan with MRC staff, please meet at the Lagoon House (3275 Dixie Hwy. NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905) no later than 8:30am.
Please be aware that participation involves working in some standing water and lots of dirt. Come dressed appropriately and in boots, crocs, or shoes that you don’t mind getting wet and dirty.
Please visit our website http://www.SaveTheIRL.org to fill our a Volunteer Application or email kate@mrcirl.org for more information!
Directions for the Greenhouse:
Coming from 512 heading South, you will turn left on 510 after Publix. Stay on 510 around the bend and turn left after the big pink wall onto 86th Ave. The nursery is located at the very end of 86th Ave. You will come to a fork with some mailboxes on the right where the road will turn from dirt to grass…just keep going alllll the way to the end. We will put out MRC signs along 86th Ave to indicate you are on the right track.

BCYD Cleanup
2018-02-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Lori Wilson Park, 1500 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL, 32931, United States
BCYD Cleanup at Lori Wilson Park (North Entrance)
Saturday, Feb 3, 2018 @ 10:00 a.m.
Hosted by: Brevard County Young Democrats
Group leaders will provide grabbers, buckets, latex gloves, and trash bags. Participants should provide water, sunscreen, and snacks (if needed). Meet at North Parking Lot of Lori Wilson Park at 10 am.

Annual Sea Oat Planting
2018-02-03 09:00 - 12:00 | Cocoa Beach Surfrider Foundation, Cocoa Beach, FL, 32931, United States
We will be planting sea oats this upcoming Saturday. We are meeting at the beach at the end of Minutemen Cswy between 8:30/9am to distribute the flats of oats. All ages are welcome to come out and join us in planting these oats in order to save our dunes that protect our homes, businesses, beach and wildlife. Our dunes got torn up with the storms that hit us this past fall and need to be replenished, this year s what we are attempting to do. We supply the oats, trowels and water. Please dress according to the weather, sun proctection and gardening gloves if desired. This will also be in sync with the Surfet ProAm Classic, we will have our tent set up there also and be painting stakes to guard the dunes from being trampled on.

Dune Restoration Sea Oat Planting
2018-02-03 09:00 - 12:00 | Sebastian Inlet State Park, Melbourne Beach, FL, 32951, United States
Every year we plant sea oats to aid in the natural restoration of dune systems. We will be working with the Sea Turtle Conservancy to plant on the south side of the Sebastian inlet this year (in front of ‘Monster Hole’). There is pull off on the east side of A1A, with an open parking lot and bathhouse. We will meet there. Look for the Surfrider flag by the entrance.

Sea Oat Dune Planting
2018-02-03 09:00 - 12:00 | Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge, S Hwy A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL, 32951, United States
Every year we plant sea oats to aid in the natural restoration of dune systems. We will update with specific locations of the planting as to the final refuge location as soon as we know.

Paddle and Clean up of Turkey Creek Sanctuary
2018-02-03 09:00 - 12:00 | Goode Park, 1300 Bianca Dr NE, Palm Bay, FL, 32905, United States
Paddle along hoping to see dolphin, manatee, alligator and many varieties of birds. We’ll be cleaning up along the way so bring gloves and a grabber if you have one. Water, sunscreen and a whistle is suggested. A wearable personal flotation device is required. Turkey Creek Sanctuary is a gem! Please call 321-432-4346 to reserve your spot!
If you don’t have a canoe or kayak, you can rent from the Palm Bay Marina and paddle over to our start location (not far). Their number is 321-723-0851.

STPS South Cleanup
2018-02-03 08:00 - 10:00 | Coconut Point Park, 3535 S Highway A1a, Melbourne Beach, FL, 32951, United States
STPS has adopted Coconut Point Park in Melbourne Beach as part of the Keep Brevard Beautiful Adopt-a-Shore project. Volunteers pick up litter on the first Saturday after the first Thursday of each month starting at 8:00 am and usually finishing by 10 am. Volunteers can receive community service hours. Materials for cleanup activities are provided, including trash bags, gloves, sunscreen and tools.

STPS North Cleanup
2018-02-03 08:00 - 10:00 | Cherie Down Park, 8492 Ridgewood Avenue, Cape Canaveral, FL, 32920, United States
STPS has adopted Cherie Down Park in Cape Canaveral as part of the Keep Brevard Beautiful Adopt-a-Shore project. Volunteers pick up litter on the first Saturday after the first Thursday of each month starting at 8:00 am and usually finishing by 10 am. Volunteers can receive community service hours. Materials for cleanup activities are provided, including trash bags, gloves, sunscreen and tools.

KBB Annual Awards and Installation Dinner
2018-01-27 17:00 - 20:00
Social Hour: 5:00 PM
Silent Auction and Cash Bar
Dinner: 6:00 PM
Choice of entree: Chicken Marsala or Grilled Mahi Mahi
Chef Salad, Garlic Mash Potatoes, Fresh Seasonal Vegetable Medley
Triple Chocolate Layer Cake
Coffee or Tea
Admission: $45.00 per person The guest speaker is Duane DeFreese and music is by the Auquanuts.
RSVP by: January 22, 2018
Advanced Registration and Payment Required
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Phone: 321.631.0501 or
Email: tammielizonkbb@gmail.com
