Senior Scene Magazine

02/23/2026

02/22/2026

Freeze-Damaged Vegetation in Brevard Likely to Recover

Recent cold temperatures may have caused visible damage to landscapes across Brevard County, but experts say residents should not panic. Many of Brevard’s native plants are well adapted to withstand periods of cold weather and are unlikely to have been killed to the ground. Homeowners are encouraged to take a patient approach before trimming or removing vegetation. Sally Scalera of the University of Florida IFAS Extension Brevard County indicates that leaf shedding is a good sign. It often means the plant is protecting itself and responding naturally to stress.

Residents are advised to:
• Allow trees and shrubs time to recover before pruning.
• Wait until at least mid-March before trimming damaged vegetation.
• Delay pruning further if another freeze is forecast and wait until all risk of freezing temperatures has passed.
For additional guidance on best post-freeze pruning practices, please contact Sally Scalera at sasc@ufl.edu or (321) 633-1702.

Special Guidance for Atlantic Dune Properties

Property owners with freeze-damaged sea grapes or other dune vegetation along the Atlantic coastline should exercise additional caution:
• Before trimming sea grapes or other dune vegetation, property owners must contact the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) to schedule a required field inspection. FDEP representative Melanie Cain can be reached at melanie.cain@floridadep.gov or (386) 895-1958.
• Dune vegetation may appear sparser following a freeze, increasing the importance of proper upland lighting management as sea turtle nesting season begins March 1. Residents are reminded to ensure that artificial lighting is not visible from the beach, as lights can disorient nesting sea turtles and hatchlings, placing them in danger.

02/20/2026

OPEN HOUSE:
Saturdays in February - February 21st and February 28th.

Location:
Green Gables 1501 S. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32901

Time: 10 AM to 2 PM
Last tour begins at 1:30 PM

$10 donation for a tour; Children 12 and under are free.

Visit Green Gables at Historic Riverview Village, Inc. and explore one of only three remaining Queen Anne-style homes in the Melbourne area. This nonprofit organization has acquired the property, but currently we are working to raise the necessary funds to restore and preserve this historic treasure to its original condition and charm. Learn how the early Wells Family left a legacy with their support in developing Melbourne.
Take a leisurely tour of Green Gables, step back in time within the home, and unwind on the beautiful grounds overlooking the Indian River Lagoon. You'll quickly understand why we're committed to restoring Green Gables and discover how you can contribute to this important cause.

02/17/2026

Hello to all our loyal readers. We just want to remind everyone that you can read the entire current issue of Senior Scene Magazine at our website www.seniorscenemag.com. We also offer a bonus article, unique to the on-line issue. Enjoy.

02/14/2026

February is a big month for events!
Provided by Joyce Wilden
BUZZ Biz Public Relations
Joyce@BuzzBizPR.com


14-Feb Saturday
Allengang Entertainment Presents
"Blues Brothers Tribute Show"
Derek and the Slammers play music of Jake & Elwood
7:00 PM
Merritt Island Moose Lodge #2073
3150 N. Courtenay Pkwy
Merritt Island, FL 32953
$35-45 advance purchase tickets
407-252-3536
www.ShowTickets.live

14-Feb Saturday
Space Coast Symphony Orchestra
"Out of This World: The Final Chapter"
Cinema's greatest science fiction scores
7:00 PM
Satellite High School Performing Arts Center
300 Scorpion Court
Satellite Beach, FL 32937
$35 advance ticket ($40 at door), FREE for 18 & under or w/student ID
855.252.7276
www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org

15-Feb Sunday
Space Coast Symphony Orchestra
"Out of This World: The Final Chapter"
Cinema's greatest science fiction scores
3:00 PM
Emerson Center
1590 27th Ave
Vero Beach, FL 32960
$35 advance ticket ($40 at door), FREE for 18 & under or w/student ID
855.252.7276
www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org

22-Feb Sunday
First Presbyterian Church Vero Beach
"Con Brio String Quartet"
An afternoon of classical music
4:00 PM
First Presbyterian Church of Vero Beach
520 Royal Palm Blvd.
Vero Beach, FL 32960
FREE
772.562.9088
www.FirstPresVero.org

22-Feb Sunday
Central Florida Winds
"Winds Across Time"
Music that stands the test of time
3:00 PM
Suntree United Methodist Church
7400 N. Wickham Road
Melbourne, FL 32940
FREE
321-405-2359
www.CFWinds.org

27-Feb Friday
One Senior Place
"Every Day is Veterans Day"
Lunch, music, keynote, resources to celebrate veterans
10 AM - 1:30 PM
One Senior Place
8085 Spyglass Hill Rd.
Viera, FL 32940
FREE
321-751-6771
www.OneSeniorPlace.com

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