The following schedule is subject to change; please contact the church or organization to confirm details. For a current list of events & services at local churches and non-profit organizations visit the Treasure Coast Event Calendar at www.spreadthewordpr.com.

Friday, February 1
Marriage Enrichment Ministry - For couples planning to marry, wanting to enrich their marriages. and those with troubled marriages. 7pm, Free, Port St. Lucie Worship Center, 10662 S. US Hwy One, Port St. Lucie, 772-337-9111.

Saturday, February 2
Mardi Gras Parade & Celebration -2pm - The traditional Mardi Gras Parade winding through the streets of historic downtown Fort Pierce will kick-off the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society's Jazz Week 2008 on Saturday, February 2. The parade will conclude at Fort Pierce Community, 600 Indian River Dr. where a huge Mardi Gras Celebration begins at 6pm. The community is invited to this free celebration featuring entertainment by Coffee Beans, Matrix, FPJBS Ensemble, and Bobby & the Blisters. It is certain to be a fun-filled day for the whole family!

Sunday, February 3 - Wednesday, February 27
Road to Financial Freedom - New Hope Baptist Church invites you to an exciting 4-week journey...learn what God has to say about money, the condition of the heart and how to get your finances under control. It's a New Day...how will you spend it? The Road to Financial Freedom begins on Sunday, February 3 with a combination of enlightening Worship Services at 11am every Sunday and Small Groups that meet Sunday mornings at 9:45am or Wednesday evenings at 7pm; choose the time most convenient for you. Advance registration is requested for this campaign created to inspire you to make the right choices regarding money and possessions. Register on-line at www.newhope4u.org or by calling the church, 772-461-0400. New Hope Baptist Church is located at 5200 Oleander Avenue in Fort Pierce.

Sunday, February 3
Scout Sunday - 10am - The community is invited to a special worship service celebrating local Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Cub Scouts. First Presbyterian Church of Port St. Lucie is located at 2240 S.E. Walton Road in Port St. Lucie. For information call 772-335-8900.

Water Baptisms - follow 10am Sunday Worship Service - Victory Word Church, 4000 South U.S.1, Fort Pierce, 772-595-0334

Breakthrough Worship Service - 7pm - community invited to a night of non-stop radical praise. For more information please call the church at 772-465-0036. Resurrection Life Family Worship Center is located at 405 Ixoria Avenue in Ft. Pierce.

Jazz Week Concert - 3pm - Dave Brubeck, one of the most well-known jazz pianists of all time; Sunrise Theatre, 117 S. 2nd St. Fort Pierce, tickets - www.sunrisetheatre.com; information: 772-460-JAZZ(5299); info@jazzsociety.org.

Monday, February 4
Jazz Week Brown Bag Lunch Concerts - 11:30am-1:30pm - Featuring Ellen Davis Quartet; free admission; by the library downtown Fort Pierce; Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society; 772-460-JAZZ(5299); info@jazzsociety.org.

Tuesday, February 5
Jazz Week Brown Bag Lunch Concerts - 1:30am-1:30pm - Featuring David Wills Quartet; free admission; by the library downtown Fort Pierce; Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society; 772-460-JAZZ(5299); info@jazzsociety.org.

Wednesday, February 6
Jazz Week Brown Bag Lunch Concerts - 1:30am-1:30pm - Featuring Hazel Miller; free admission; by the library downtown Fort Pierce; Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society; 772-460-JAZZ(5299); info@jazzsociety.org.

Port St. Lucie Jazz Jam Concert, First Lady of Soul, Hazel Miller - 7pm - Harbor Place, 3700 SE Jennings Rd, Port St. Lucie, Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society; 772-460-JAZZ(5299); info@jazzsociety.org.

Thursday, February 7
Jazz Week Brown Bag Lunch Concerts - 1:30am-1:30pm - Featuring Nicole Henry; free admission; by the library downtown Fort Pierce; Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society; 772-460-JAZZ(5299); info@jazzsociety.org.

Fort Pierce Jazz Jam Concert, award winning Nicole Henry - 7pm, 2/7, Fort Pierce Community Center, 600 N. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce, Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society; 772-460-JAZZ(5299); info@jazzsociety.org.

Friday, February 8
Jazz Week Brown Bag Lunch Concerts - 1:30am-1:30pm - Featuring The Coffee Beans; free admission; by the library downtown Fort Pierce; Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society; 772-460-JAZZ(5299); info@jazzsociety.org.

Youth Fellowship - 7:30pm - Youth ages 10 to 21 are invited to a youth service followed by fellowship. Port St. Lucie Worship Center is located at 10662 S. US Hwy One, just one block south of PSL Blvd. in Port St. Lucie. For additional information please call 337-9111.

Saturday, February 9
Care Net Annual Walk for Life - Registration - 9am; Walk/Ride - 9:30am -Join with those that believe every life matters; special prizes, awards and complimentary lunch. In addition to the "walk" there will be a bicycle ride in Port St. Lucie and a motorcycle run at both locations. Morningside Ministries, 2180 SE Morningside Blvd., Port St. Lucie and Community Christian School, 779 SE Salerno Road, Stuart. Sponsored by: Care Net Pregnancy Services of the Treasure Coast, 8432 South Federal Highway, Port St. Lucie and 5569 SE Salerno Road, Stuart. For information, directions, or advance registration please call 772-871-2211.

Dinner & Entertainment - 5pm - The community is invited to beef stroganoff dinner with musical entertainment at First Presbyterian Church of Port St. Lucie; admission is $10.00 each and reservations are requested. First Presbyterian Church of Port St. Lucie is located at 2240 S.E. Walton Road in Port St. Lucie. For information or reservations please call 772-335-8900.

Port St. Lucie Power Squadron 49th Annual Change of Watch - 6pm - The new Bridge officers will be announced at Josef's Restaurant at the Saint's Golf Course on Morningside Blvd. in Port St. Lucie. All interested boaters are welcome to attend. For information or to register please call 772-871-1018; leave your name and number and a Squadron member will get back to you.

Final Jazz Week Concert, Texas Hall of Fame vocalist, Tina Marsh and the Creative Opportunity Orchestra - 8pm - , Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach; Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society; 772-460-JAZZ(5299); info@jazzsociety.org.

Monday, February 11
Minister's Manna - 7pm - a speaking class for anyone called to the ministry. Pastor Kurt Owen , who has 16 years experience ministering across 20 nations, teaches this class with practical application information helpful for anyone whether already in a speaking ministry or just beginning. There is no admission charge; all are welcome. Fellowship & refreshments follow the class. Victory Word Church, 4000 South U.S.1, Fort Pierce, 772-595-0334

Tuesday, February 12 - Tuesday, March 11
Lenten Study Series -10am or 7:30pm -Rev. Dr. James Nimmo will lead this five-week study series; light refreshments will follow each session. There is no admission charge however reservations are requested. Please contact the church at 772-335-8900 to register for the time most convenient to you. First Presbyterian Church of Port St. Lucie is located at 2240 S.E. Walton Road in Port St. Lucie.

Friday, February 15
GYAC Tenth Anniversary - 10am - You are invited to a continental breakfast with professional tennis player Roscoe Tanner in celebration of Gifford Youth Activity Center's tenth anniversary! Mr. Tanner will share what he is doing in other communities to foster and nurture underprivileged youth to become successful in reaching positive goals in life. Breakfast will be followed by a tour and general informational overview of the Gifford Youth Activity Center and its services. Admission is free; tax deductible donations are appreciated. For additional information please call Freddie L. Woolfork, 772-794-1005x34. Gifford Youth Activity Center, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is located at 4875 43rd Avenue in Vero Beach.

Saturday, February 16
GYAC Anniversary Celebration Continues... fun-filled Community Day - 10am-2pm - Everyone is invited to join the fun and tour the facility; the pool and gym will be open and light refreshments will be available. Admission is free; tax deductible donations are appreciated. For additional information please call Freddie L. Woolfork, 772-794-1005x34. Gifford Youth Activity Center, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is located at 4875 43rd Avenue in Vero Beach.

Men's Breakfast - 8am - held at a member's home; it is free but registration is requested so enough food will be prepared. Please call the church office, 337-2644 for reservations, directions and all the details. GRACE Emmanuel Church is located at 1470 Huffman Road, Port St. Lucie.

V-Girlfriends - 10am - This month's topic for the women's ministry is "Sacred Romance". Newcomers are welcome. Victory Word Church, 4000 South U.S.1, Fort Pierce, 772-595-0334

Sunday, February 17
Family Sunday & Fellowship Dinner - 10am service followed by dinner - Children of all ages and their families are welcome to attend the special service which will include Children's Awards Ceremony and the fellowship dinner that follows. Dinner is free but please bring a covered dish to share. Victory Word Church, 4000 South U.S.1, Fort Pierce, 772-595-0334

Wednesday, February 20
15th Annual Missions Convention - 7pm - Distinguished guest speaker will be Mario Duque, founder of South Beach Ministries. Admission is free; donations to assist the church's continued support of missions here in Indian River County, across the nation and around the world are appreciated. Riverside Church 11205 Roseland Road, Sebastian, 772-589-7825

Friday, February 22
Riverside Church 3rd Annual Missions Banquet - 6:30pm - Guest speaker: Evangelist Reinhard Bonnke, best known for his major crusades throughout Africa; banquet will be held at Community Baptist Church, 12534 Roseland Road, Sebastian; Adults - $20; Seating limited; tickets available at Riverside Church , 11205 Roseland Road, Sebastian, until 2/8 or sold-out. Banquet is an adult function; childcare with dinner & activities available $5 per family. 772-589-7825.

Youth Fellowship - 7:30pm - Youth ages 10 to 21 are invited to a youth service followed by fellowship. Port St. Lucie Worship Center is located at 10662 S. US Hwy One, just one block south of PSL Blvd. in Port St. Lucie. For additional information please call 337-9111.

Friday, February 22 & Saturday, February 23
"Love and Respect", Marriage Conference - Friday @ 7pm & Saturday @ 8:30am - This is a wonderful opportunity for couples to strengthen and deepen their marriage. Advance registration is requested. To register or for additional information please call 772-567-5850 or visit Kingsbaptist.org. King's Baptist Church is located at 3235 58th Avenue in Vero Beach.

Saturday, February 23
Men of Victory Meeting - 10am - They will be studying "Maximized Manhood" by Edwin Cole. Men of Victory is a ministry of Victory Word Church, training men to be all they are called to be in Christ. Victory Word Church is located at 4000 South U.S.1 in Fort Pierce. For additional information please call the church, 595-0334.

Sunday, February 24
15th Annual Missions Convention - 8:15am & 10:45am - Dr. Tonya Hawthorne, founder of New Frontiers Health Force will be the featured guest speaker. New Frontiers Health Force takes primary care medical teams on a short-term basis to underdeveloped nations; the majority of the places teams are sent have little to no health care available. They have participated in disaster relief around the globe, given away millions of dollars of medications and hygiene supplies, and offered hope to thousands of hurting people. Riverside Church 11205 Roseland Road, Sebastian, 772-589-7825

Wednesday, February 27
15th Annual Missions Convention - 7pm - Mike Baldree, Project Representative for Assemblies of God in China & National Coordinator for Pathfinder Missions will be the guest speaker. Admission is free; donations to assist the church's continued support of missions here in Indian River County, across the nation and around the world are appreciated. Riverside Church, 11205 Roseland Road, Sebastian, 772-589-7825.

If your church or organization needs assistance publicizing
upcoming events please call Brenda French, 772-563-0304/772-979-2640
or visit www.spreadthewordpr.com for additional information.
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