Ahhh September…People say we don’t have seasons here in Florida, but I disagree. September alone is the start of snook season, peak hurricane season, afternoon thunderstorm season, and the start of baby sea turtle season. All of which should give a good indication of what to expect during your stay here this month; anglers are lining the shorelines vying for their favorite fishing spots, rates are low and so are the crowds, activities are best planned first thing in the morning, and nights with a full moon are primed for sea turtle encounters!

National Estuaries Week is September 17^th through the 24^th this year. Did you know? The Indian River Lagoon (IRL) is the most biodiverse estuary in North America! It’s home to more than 4,300 species of plants and animals and serves as a spawning and nursery ground for fish, dolphin, and many endangered or threatened species including sea turtles and manatees. The Environmental Learning Center, located along the Wabasso Causeway, is a great place to learn more about the IRL.

Check in at the Pelican Porch Visitor Center when you first arrive and get all the local knowledge, tips, and itinerary ideas for your visit. Click here to learn more.

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The Vero Beach Theatre Guild is inviting you to a Wine Reception to kick off their September Theatre Festival presenting 10 plays by Tennessee Williams. The month of September at the Theatre Guild is packed with entertainment, debate, master acting class, contests, music and so much more every day of the month! 

Our opening night is FREE as you will be invited to browse a lobby display of memorabilia from the Tennessee Williams Museum from Key West, Florida. The curator of the museum, Dennis Beaver, will be on hand welcoming guests and presenting a seminar on the life and times of T.W. To wrap up the night a filmed interview with Tennessee Williams, where he discusses his own plays in his own words while he was living in both Key West and New Orleans.

We are very excited to be offering this collection of Tennessee Williams’ works to include our main stage show of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. Don’t miss the fun and excitement at the Guild and looking forward to seeing you there.

General registration for this year's International Coastal Cleanup is now open! Volunteers are welcome to register for the 37th Annual International Coastal Cleanup taking place at several locations across Indian River County. We are looking for boaters, paddlers, and walkers to remove litter pollution from our shorelines and waterways. Your help is essential to ensure our wildlife stays safe and our unique and beautiful environment is pristine.

This fun and exciting event is open to the public. Participants can bid on tourism related auction items as well as marketing packages. Register here

Location: American Icon Brewery

1133 19th Place, Vero Beach

Location: Capt. Hirams Resort

1580 US Hwy 1, Sebastian

Location: Crab Stop of Sebastian

1550 Indian River Drive, Sebastian

Location: Earl's Hideaway Lounge

1405 Indian River Drive, Sebastian

Location: Environmental Learning Center

255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach

Location: Indian River County Shooting Range

10455 102nd Terrace, Sebastian

772-226-3096

Location: Mash Monkey's Brewing Co.

920 US Hwy 1, Sebastian

Location: North Indian River County Library

1001 Sebastian Blvd., Sebastian

Location: Pareidolia Brewing Co.

712 Cleveland Street, Sebastian

Location: Polish American Club

7500 US1, Vero Beach

Location: Riverside Theatre

Location: Surfside Grill & Adventures

Sebastian Inlet State Park, 9700 S Hwy A1A (North Entrance)

Location: Tiki Bar & Grill

1109 Indian River Drive, Sebastian

Location: Vero Beach Theatre Guild

2020 San Juan Avenue, Vero Beach

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