

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Indian River Lagoon Story 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 06 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue, 06 Jan, 2026 at 08:00 pm
- **Event Description**: The Emerson Center Presents The Indian River Lagoon Story with Heather Stapleton of Indian River Lagoon National Estuary ProgramVERO BEACH FL (January 6 2026) – The Emerson Center is honored to welcome Heather Stapleton Community Engagement Coordinator for the Indian River Lagoon National Estuary Program for her E-Series presentation The Indian River Lagoon Story on Tuesday January 6 2026 at 7:00 p.m.Stapleton will share insights on the ecological importance of the Indian River Lagoon and the community’s role in protecting one of North America’s most diverse estuaries. Her presentation will also highlight how citizen engagement—through initiatives like the Indian River Lagoon Calendar Photo Contest—plays a vital role in raising awareness and fostering stewardship of this nationally significant waterway.To complement the lecture Art at the Emerson Gallery will host the exhibition Lagoon by Brush and Lens featuring the winning images from the 2026 Indian River Lagoon Calendar. Many of these works will be presented in striking specialty metal prints provided by locally owned Canvas &amp; Metal Prints. Visitors may also receive a free 2026 calendar (while supplies last).Event Highlights·       E-Series Lecture: The Indian River Lagoon Story Tuesday January 6 2026 | 7:00 p.m. Speaker: Heather Stapleton Community Engagement Coordinator The Indian River Lagoon National Estuary Program·       Meet the Artists Reception Wednesday January 14 2026 | 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. Celebrate the photographers whose images bring the lagoon to life in the 2026 calendar.About Art at the Emerson GalleryArt at the Emerson Gallery located within The Emerson Center is dedicated to showcasing community-driven exhibitions and promoting local artists and cultural awareness. The gallery strives to inspire creativity and connection through the visual arts. For more information visit ArtatTheEmerson.comAbout The Emerson CenterThe Emerson Center's mission is to provide educational enlightening and thought-provoking programs alongside memorable musical events for our community. As Vero Beach’s premier performance venue The Emerson Center proudly presents its acclaimed E-Series lectures—a lineup designed to engage educate and entertain. Doors open one hour prior to each lecture. While admission is free a suggested donation of $10 is greatly appreciated.The Emerson Center is located at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Vero Beach 1590 27th Ave Vero Beach Florida 32960. For more information visit TheEmersonCenter.com
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## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Vero Beach
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: The Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave. Vero Beach, FL
- **lat**: 27.6386434000
- **long**: -80.3972736000
- **full address**: The Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave. Vero Beach, FL, 1590 27th Ave, Vero Beach, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: UUFVB (https://allevents.in/org/uufvb/25402398)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Tue, 06 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** The Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave. Vero Beach, FL, 1590 27th Ave, Vero Beach, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** UUFVB
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** art, calendar, exhibitions, contests, live-music, photography, nonprofit
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about The Indian River Lagoon Story  ?
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