Upcoming Events for Satellite Beach Recreation Department

Upcoming Events for Satellite Beach Recreation Department

By Lynn Gornto

Saturday, March 19: SB Beautification Board Plant & Tree Sale. Sales will be held from 10am-1pm at the west end of the DRS Community Center parking lot. 1089 S. Patrick Dr Satellite Beach. Take home your purchases the same day.

Saturday, April 16: Keep Brevard Beautiful/Trash Bash 2005. Join in the Great American Cleanup in Satellite Beach. Coffee & donuts in the morning! Time: 8-12 noon, Location: Pelican Beach Park 1525 Hwy A1A Satellite Beach

March 30: Smashing Good Science. Ever wonder how scientists figure out what is inside atoms? They SMASH-EM! Will that work with other things as well? Find out with Mr. Science as he turns everyday items inside out. Instructor: Tim Perkins Ages: 5 & up, Time: 2:30 p.m., Location: DRS Center 1089 S. Patrick Dr Satellite Beach Cost: Free (RSVP Please)

Saturday, April 16: Samsons Island Work Day. Kids and adults looking to do Community Service hours can join a ranger and other nature-loving volunteers for planting, weeding, mulching, lining trails and other tasks. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. Bring gloves and sunscreen. Ages: Adults & kids 8 years and older, Time: 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Location: Meet at SB Fire Dept. dock Cost: Free - Call 773-6458 to reserve your space before April 11

Marine Adventure Club: Kids learn about all different types of marine organisms, ecosystems and research through monthly presentations and occasional field trips. Topics this Spring to include: Field Trip to Fla. Aquarium, Fossil Ghost Crabs, Plankton Lab, Dolphins & others to be determined. Instructor: Miss Tiffany, Ages: 7-12, Date: Wed., Feb. 23, Mar. 23 & Apr. 27. Field trips will be announced at the Club Meetings. Time: 7-8 p.m. Location: DRS Community Center, Cost: Free. Call 773-6458 and put your name on the email list for updates on club activities.

Marine Adventure for Adults: If you have ever looked at the Marine Adventures and said, “I want to do that too!,” but then saw that the ages were only 7-12 years old - well here is your chance! We would like to know if you and your friends are interested in a Marine Adventures for Adults, please call Tiffany at 773-6458 or by email at tbarrineau@satellitebeach.org. If there is enough interest—we will get together sometime in late spring!

Marine Munchkins: Join Miss Trina as you learn about marine animals through Susan Tate’s book series. Play games and do crafts with your friends! Instructor: Trina Bloom, Ages & Time: 4 & 5 years attend 9-10 a.m.; 6 & 7 years attend 10:30-11:30 a.m., Topics: Feb 26 “Crabby & Nabby”, Mar 12 “Oozey Octopus”, Apr 23 “Spunky Spot”, & May 7 “Tammy Turtle” Location: DRS Community Center 1089 S. Patrick Dr Satellite Beach Cost: $5 Pre-register no later than the Friday before the session. NOTE: Space is very limited!