Join us this October for Brevard Zoo’s annual Halloween bash presented by Bright House Networks. Visit us 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. nightly Friday-Sunday, Oct. 16-18 and Oct. 23-25, as well as Friday, October 30, for lots of tricks & treats. Last admission each night is 8 pm. Activities include a haunted trail that is recommended for children 10 & older. Storvandre Variety Caravan will perform nightly on the main stage. This theatrical group will inspire and entertain guests with a variety of specialty acts. New this year is Ooz Draverb, a carnival-like play area for the little ones. The Zoo’s family fun event features a costume contest, witch’s den & trick-or-treating at more than 25 treat stations. Tickets available at Brevard Zoo & any National City Bank. The 1st weekend, admission will be $8/person. The 2nd weekend and Oct. 30, admission will be $10/person. Zoo members receive $1 off on admission. Children under 2 are FREE. Admission price is all-inclusive.

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With 30 days to launch, Shuttle Managers are targeting Wednesday to move space shuttle Atlantis to Launch Pad 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The STS-129 astronauts wrapped up their week at Johnson Space Center by completing two-days of equipment reviews related to the items they will use during their mission.

Launch of Atlantis on the STS-129 mission is targeted for 4:04 p.m. EST

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Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is the American Cancer Society’s premier event to raise awareness and dollars to fight breast cancer. More than just the name of a walk, it describes the amazing progress we’re making together to defeat this disease.  In 2006, more than $4.8 million was raised by Making Strides walkers in Florida!  This is your opportunity to join your community to celebrate breast cancer survivors, educate women about early detection and prevention, and raise money to fund lifesaving research and to support programs to help us reach a day when no one will have to hear the words “You have breast cancer”. Please walk with us as we continue to raise more funds for even more breast cancer research and patient programs to benefit Floridians battling this disease.

Between now and October 16, 2009, Brevard women are challenged to raise a minimum of $200 each. Our goal is to raise $1,000,000 for the fight against Breast Cancer and to make history in Brevard County to become the largest single event to reach this goal. Form a team today and join thousands of Brevard women and the American Cancer Society to make a difference in this battle and become a member of BREVARD’S MILLION DOLLAR CLUB.

Walk is Scheduled on October 24, 2009 at the Avenues at Viera at 9am. Click Here to Find Out More!

The Summer might be over, but there is still plenty to do in Melbourne this October! Fall is a beautiful time of year on the Space Coast. The temperatures begin to drop into the mid-80s, the sunshine is abundant and the beaches are breezy.

October in Melbourne is home to Brevard Community College’s Oktoberfest, Meg O’Ween presented by Meg O’Malleys and the Brevard Zoo’s Boo at the Zoo. Take the time this month to participate in these classic Melbourne Events:

Melbourne Oktoberfest: The Melbourne Oktoberfest is in it’s 32nd year and continues to offer authentic German food, music and beverages. The four day gated event features 2 musical stages along with a carnival with over 25 “State Fair” rides. October 15 & 16- 5pm -12am. October 17 & 18- 12pm-12am. Live music on 2 stages. Located at Wickham Park at the Wickham Brevard Community College Campus. Admission is $6 and free for children 6 and under with adult admission. Click here for more info.

Meg O’Malleys presents Meg O’Ween: The Harbor City’s largest street party! Vampires, ghosts and the undead mingle with great food and drinks in the streets of downtown Melbourne. Live music all night featuring Ambertone and the local favorite Medusa. Gates open at 6pm. Possible entrance fee. More information to follow here.

Boo at the Zoo: Brevard Zoo’s annual Halloween bash presented by Bright House Networks. Visit us from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. nightly Friday-Sunday, Oct. 16-18 and Oct. 23-25, as well as Friday, October 30, for lots of tricks and treats. Last admission each night is 8 p.m. Activities include a haunted trail that is not for the faint of heart and recommended for children 10 and older. The first weekend, admission is $8 per person. The second weekend and Oct. 30, admission is $10 per person. Zoo members receive $1 off on all admission prices. Children under 2 are FREE. The admission price is all-inclusive. Click here for more info.

Need a break from the theme parks? Too hot for one more day at the beach? Take an airboat ride and escape to nature! Enjoy fresh air and the wildlife in it’s natural habitat, while skimming the surface of the St. Johns in one of our airboats. Camp Holly has been open since 1923, we have been providing courtious and professional services in the way of hunting and fishing as well as a great kickoff point for a day on the St. Johns! Come spend an afternoon at one of the oldest fish camps in Central Florida.

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