Preserving the Night: Light Pollution and the Threat to Wildlife, People and Culture
The Milky Way as seen from Kissemmee Prarie Preserve. Photo courtesy of Florida State Parks The Ancient Migration Each autumn, Florida prepares for familiar seasonal changes—holiday celebrations, cooler evenings, and the arrival of “snowbirds” from the north. But another migration, one far older than Florida itself, is also underway: the annual fall journey of millions of birds. Roughly 60 percent of bird species are migratory, many traveling at night. Birds use a combination
Monthly Farmers Markets at Spirit of Sebastian
Spirit of Sebastian, the Treasure Coast's first-ever Agrihood, invites the public to enjoy time in the heart of the community at the new “Afternoons in the Agrihood” monthly event series and farmers market being held on select Saturdays beginning November 15, 2025. Check our Calendar for all dates. As a former sand mine, the 182 acres upon which Spirit of Sebastian now sits, is undergoing a restoration…being transformed into a vibrant, residential, low impact development (LI
David Amado: A Decade of Classical Connection
David Amado, Music Director of Atlantic Classical Orchestra In the world of classical music, many music directors and conductors command with grandeur, others with precision. But David Amado, who celebrates his 10th anniversary season with the Atlantic Classical Orchestra (ACO) in its 2026 season, has built his legacy on something rarer: connection. A unique kind of maestro, David is one who trades the traditional pedestal for genuine connection. With warmth, wit, and an eas
Treasure Coast Trivia: Preserving the Night Sky
The night sky plays an important role on our planet. You may have learned about constellations and our solar system in school, but how much do you know about astronomy in flroday? Test your knowledge of Florida's night skies and more! Which constellation is one of the most easily spotted in Florida’s winter sky? A) Big Dipper B) Orion C) Ursa Major D) Southern Cross Orion Answer is B: Orion the Hunter. Seen clearly in Florida’s mild winters, Orion is one of the most recogniza
Bats in the Belfry
McKee Botanical Garden recently announced an exciting new partnership with Lubee Bat Conservancy, the only U.S.-based organization...
Holiday Help for Local Wildlife
(FWC) If you have beach plans for this long holiday weekend, you’re not alone! Sea turtles and shorebirds are still using Florida’s sandy...
