On the hunt for some last minute Christmas gifts while walking around downtown Melbourne and came…read moreacross Essential Elements and Wellness. I'm not really a certified crystal person per se, but I dabble. I really love how the store is laid out, it has a nice flow that you can walk around looking at the different crystals and a lot of them had information cards so you can learn about each of their powers. I ended up getting some matching bracelets and I loved that they cleansed everything before we took them home so it is only our energy in the stones. I'm really glad they we stumbled across this little local shop!

Today the shop hosted a psychic fair. The energy was beautiful and the tarot reading I received was…read moreaccurate. Service was warm and professional; staff, including a gifted psychic medium and skilled card reader, were attentive. Selection of readers and modalities is strong, psychic medium, card reader, reiki healers, energy healers. Value is excellent for the insight. Good pricing, wait times, clear booking process, and a comfortable space encourage return visits A calm, insightful stop. Revisit.

The Art and Senior Center in Sebastian is located at the west end of the City Hall Complex. This…read moredual purpose building brings the community together for art classes, Tai Chi, mahjong, card games like bridge and canasta, dominoes, and Wii Bowling. You can find a full list of games and activities on the city website. I was next door at an event put on by the Sebastian Historical Society and saw that they were having an open gallery event and I wandered in to check it out. The main room had artists working and showcasing their art. The back rooms are the gallery, offices, and the senior center. I love how art can bring people together. This facility offers a place for local artists to showcase their work. You can even buy paintings, notecards, and other small works of love by the artists for a nominal fee. If you are in Sebastian, stop by and check it out.

If you have an interest in history this is a must stop in Sebastian. The Sebastian Historical…read moreSociety operates a history museum in the 1927 historic Sebastian Public School on Main Street. The first floor of the school has museum exhibits and the second floor was used as classrooms by the Indian River College but they closed during Covid and never reopened. The main room has archaeology displays. These include Ais Indian artifacts, Spanish explorers, shipwreck artifacts, Seminoles, Sebastian history, photographs, maps, pioneer fashion, the post office, and the feather wars which led to the founding of Pelican Island as the first National Wildlife Refuge in the United States by President Theodore Roosevelt's executive order on March 14, 1903. There are early photographs depicting the growth of Sebastian. Other displays include the Doris Jorgensen Family Room where you can see the types of items that were in the pioneer home like handmade quilts, tablecloths, doilies, clothing, kitchen utensils, jewelry, clocks, toys, and more. Attic of Our Past includes early home items. The Farming, Fishing & Military room features tools and military displays. The Boats, Cars, Trains & Planes Room pays tribute to early forms of transportation. There is also a map room and gift shop. The museum is not very large but it is well thought out and it has many interesting items donated by the community. I think it is the perfect size to capture your interest and I love how it is in the beautiful historic school. Best of all admission is free but donations are welcome. On the day I visited the Historical Society was hosting a family fun day for children with tours, crafts, music, and stories. As part of this program I was able to speak to Patrick Morgan who attended this school in the 1950's. He had some of the original school books. He brought his favorite childhood toy car that his dad had run over but tried to straighten out. He also brought his fishing pole which was his favorite childhood pastime and peonies. He told me a funny story about how he got busted one summer stealing and eating three strawberries from a neighbors yard. It was the other elderly neighbor who did most of the theft but he got all of the blame. His punishment was to spend the entire summer planting peonies up and down Main Street. Childhood discipline was no joke back in the day. I enjoyed viewing all of the displays but Mr. Morgan was delight and brought history to life. Meeting him and his family was a highlight of the day.

Interesting, and always growing and changing. Great, knowledgeable volunteers. Much to learn here…read moreabout this beautiful area.

I have been doing business with Ree for many years now and will continue to do business with Ree…read morefor many more! This is an individual that goes above and beyond to make certain you are satisfied. Her classes will never cease to amaze you, always fun and filled with laughter, as well as, insightful information and creative techniques. I always take away a smile, new information and techniques to try at home. Ree is more than an instructor , after your first class she becomes your friend. That's far more than I can say about the the majority of instructor's I've had. Her classes encompass beginner to advanced. Ree teaches techniques, but encourages creativity. There is no right or wrong in her classes only beautiful artwork. Every class is very detailed so that even my mentally challenged daughter can follow along and create beautiful artwork on her own. I'm just sayin..... Take a class, you will not be disappointed.

Art Gallery Cards with Ree is my "ME" time. Her instructions are easy to follow, she encourages…read morecreativity, and she will even plan projects to meet our individual needs. The cards we make are beautiful and my friends are so excited to receive them! I have a standing appointment each week with my "card-e-ologist" as she has been known to call herself.

Simply lovely. Recently attended a glass art-making event at this delightful studio. Gina made it…read moresuch a welcoming and pleasant experience with her guidance and direction and VERY interesting story of the origin of her studio. The building itself is so charming as you can see, a very peaceful "third space". So many of the upcoming classes and workshops look amazing, and I hope to be able to continue to support them as they grow.

There's a great new artsy place in town! Harbor city art is a gallery as well as a place that will…read morebe offering classes. I went outside and saw the potter's barn where pottery classes will be held. I also know there are upcoming watercolor classes. This is a great place to check out and I am so glad to have them in the area. Follow them on Facebook to find out what's coming up!

I have been taken classes from Zaira for a year now at Dana's Dance Academy in Irving Texas and…read moreit's been a great journey. She's a great teacher and a skillful performer. I started in her beginner class and learned all the fundamental moves. Her class usually starts with warm up, then techniques and drills, finish with choreography and cool down. Now that I have advanced to intermediate class, she's been amazing at teaching us various choreographies with veils, zills, fans, and wings. I've seen her performed solos and with a group at the Texas State Fair and many local restaurants. I have learned so much from her classes and even performed along with her at various shows. It's such a fun experience!

the club has been my home away from home for a few years now and it's been great. Good friends,…read moregood food, good golf!

Went to a private company event here.. very nice club! Jes the manager was great!…read more One of the guest at my table spilled tea or soda and Jes and her crew came quickly and cleaned everything and in no time everything was back to normal right before leaving, Jes asked if we needed anything else to let her know!

Love this art center/ gallery/ boutique! I may be a little biased as I have my jewelry line on…read moredisplay and for sale here, but there are many reasons why I dig this place. Off Center has some really amazing locally created art and art pieces. Ruth Ann, who owns Off Center is not only a creative visionary and jack of all trades, but she's a genuinely nice person. All the staff is friendly and creative. They offer several art classes for children, which they really seem to enjoy. This place is a great resource for art and creativity, and a little retail therapy.