A variety of free events are scheduled across Brevard County this weekend, offering something for music lovers, families, and curious minds. The Melbourne Municipal Band’s Rock & Roll Revue will present a “Springtime Swing” concert at Suntree United Methodist Church, 7400 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne, at 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 15. The program will feature songs from the 1950s, ’60s, and ’70s. Donations will be accepted, but admission is free. Details are available at mmband.org.
On the same day, the Community Band of Brevard will perform “Swing into Spring” at Merritt Island High School’s auditorium, 100 Mustang Way, starting at 3 p.m. The concert will highlight jazzy band arrangements. Free tickets are available by calling 321-258-5580 or visiting communitybandofbrevard.com. Meanwhile, Hot Pink will play a free set from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, March 13, at Nancy Higgs Park, 500 Old Florida Trail, Melbourne Beach. The event is part of the South Beaches Concert Series.
The Merritt Island Public Library’s Carlton-Taylor Auditorium, 1195 N. Courtenay Pkwy, will host the monthly Songwriter Showcase from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 15. Artists including Mary Kelly and Anthony Busone will perform three songs each and discuss their work. Attendance is free, and organizers can be contacted at [email protected].
A presentation on local beekeeping efforts will take place at the Melbourne Public Library, 540 E. Fee Ave, at 2 p.m. on March 15. Bonnie Charles of the South Brevard Beekeepers will speak about community initiatives to raise awareness about bees. The event is free, and children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All events are subject to change, so attendees are encouraged to confirm details directly with the organizers.