Floridians will choose a governor, state Cabinet, legislators, local representatives and U.S. senator in this year’s elections.
The primary is Aug. 28. The general election is Nov. 6.
Only registered party members may vote in the Republican or Democratic primaries for federal, state and county offices.
The county school boards have nonpartisan races.
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Check out the best events in Indian River, St. Lucie and Martin counties.
It’s the last weekend of August.
Even though the kids are back in school on the Treasure Coast, the whole family (or just the adults) can find fun after the end of the work week.
Watch wrestling matches and see an Olympic bobsled. Enjoy a surfer flick and listen to ukuleles. Dress up in retro clothes and dance the night away. Experience the music of classic composers. View a movie while floating in an inner tube at a waterpark. Discover local country music talent.
Don’t forget to celebrate National Dog Day by adopting a dog or drinking beer with your dogs.
Get ready to rumble
IGNITE Wrestling’s Ready for War is 12:30-3:30 p.m. Saturday at Walking Tree Brewery at 3209 Dodger Road in Vero Beach.
The event will debut the first IGNITE Invitational 12-Man Tournament, as well as women’s, tag and singles action. “Nightshade,” an Olympic bobsled designed by retired NASCAR driver Geoff Bodine will be on display starting at noon and throughout the event.
General admission is $15, and reserved ringside seating is $20. Family four-pack deals are $30. For more information, go to www.facebook.com/ignitewrestling.
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Play the ukulele
The Ukulele Choir plays at Pareidolia Brewing Company in Sebastian. LAURIE K. BLANDFORD/TCPALM
The final Surf Flick Sunday is 1-3 p.m. at Pareidolia Brewing Company at 712 Cleveland St., in Sebastian.
Drink local craft beer as you enjoy a surfer movie on a big screen at the brewery. Then, the Ukulele Choir will play from 3-4 p.m. All skill levels are welcome. Bring your ukulele.
For more information, call 772-571-5693 or go to www.facebook.com/pareidoliabrewing.
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Go back in time
The Dapper Dine-Out Nite from The Parisian Hostess is 6:30 p.m. to midnight Saturday at American Icon Brewery at 1133 19th Place in Vero Beach.
Dress up in 1940s and 1950s attire with petticoats and bow ties for the event that includes live music, dancing, a brewery tour, games, raffles and photo shoots. Plus, there are drinks and food for sale.
Tickets are $10. If you don’t have proper attire, stop by The Parisian Hostess Boutique at 2101 14th Ave., which is open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. For more information, go to www.theparisianhostess.com.
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Listen to the classics
The Ravel & Beethoven concert from Space Coast Symphony Orchestra is 3-5 p.m. Sunday at the First Presbyterian Church Vero Beach at 520 Royal Palm Blvd.
The concert features the chamber works of Giuseppe Cambini, Maurice Ravel and Ludwig van Beethoven. Instruments being played include the violin, viola, cello and French horn.
Admission is free. For more information, call 855-252-7276 or go to www.spacecoastsymphony.org.
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Adopt a dog
The National Dog Day celebration is noon to 4 p.m. Sunday at The Children’s Museum of the Treasure Coast at 1707 N.E. Indian River Drive in Jensen Beach.
Nala’s New Life Rescue, a no-kill animal shelter in Palm City, will have family-friendly dogs for adoption. The event also features a local veterinarian speaking about how to take care of dogs, how to add a furry friend to the family and what role a veterinarian plays.
Adopt a dog and get a free family membership to the museum. For more information, call 772-225-7575 or go to www.childrensmuseumtc.org.
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Float at the movies
The Splash and Movie Night featuring “The Goonies” is 5:45-9:30 p.m. Friday at Sailfish Splash Waterpark at 931 S.E Ruhnke St., in Stuart.
Enjoy 2 hours of exclusive waterpark access from 5:45-7:45 p.m. After sunset, watch the movie while floating on an inner tube. Kids ages 12 and younger require adult supervision.
Tickets are $10.95 each, plus taxes and fees, and are available online only at www.sailfishsplash.com/buy. The event isn’t included in season passes. For more information, call 772-320-3100 or go to www.sailfishsplash.com.
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Discover country singers
The WAVE 92.7 Country Throwdown preliminary round is 8-10 p.m. Saturday at Manatee Island Bar & Grill at 1640 Seaway Drive in Fort Pierce.
Watch local country singers and songwriters battle it out in the preliminary round for a chance to advance to the final round at Manatee Island Bar & Grill in Port Salerno on Sept. 15. The winner gets $1,000, the chance to play on stage at the St. Lucie County Fair and a trip for two to the CMA Awards in Nashville.
Contest information and judging criteria is available online if you’re interested in more than just watching. For more information, go to wave927.iheart.com.
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Just keep swimming
The End of Summer Pool Party is 5:30-7:30 p.m. Saturday at Ravenswood Pool at 400 S.W. Ravenswood Lane in Port St. Lucie.
The free party features music, games, prizes and swimming in the public pool. For more information, call 772-871-2183 or go to www.stlucieco.gov.
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Teach kids archery
The Fall Hunting Classic 2018: Kids Weekend is noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday at Bass Pro Shops at 2250 Gatlin Blvd., in Port St. Lucie.
Weekend activities include an archery challenge, a photo download, an arts and crafts project and an archery workshop. The first 100 kids to complete the archery challenge get a free vest and patch. The first 50 kids to attend the 2 p.m. archery workshop get a free medallion in a pouch. The arts and crafts project on Saturday is a raccoon and on Sunday is a fox.
All activities are free. For more information, call 772-785-7600 or go to www.facebook.com/bassproshopsportstluciefl.
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Drink beer with dogs
The Lagunitas Tap Takeover to celebrate National Dog Day is 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday at Taco Dive Tradition at 10501 S.W. Village Center Drive in Port St. Lucie.
California-based Lagunitas Brewing Company features a dog on its packaging and supports relationships with dogs as part of its company culture. Items from the brewery will be raffled off 2-4 p.m.
The tap takeover also includes games set up on the patio, such as cornhole and “What Do You Meme?” adult cards. Dogs are welcome on the patio. For more information, call 772-345-3483 or go to www.tacodive.com.
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