What's going on this weekend? Here are our top 10 picks for Nov. 3-9

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Due to potential changes and cancellations, we encourage you to check with presenting organizations about the status of their events.

1. Music and comedy at the King Center in Melbourne

The King Center is at 3865 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne. For tickets and additional information, visit kingcenter.com or call 321-242-2219.

  • Jethro Tull’s Martin Barre: A Brief History of Tull: Martin Barre, Jethro Tull’s guitarist for over 43 years, celebrates the musical journey of Jethro Tull throughout the decades at his new show “A Brief History of Tull.” The show will feature a special visual presentation that, together with the music, highlights the 50 years of Jethro Tull musical career. It will be Saturday, Nov. 4 at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $59.75.

  • Kevin James: Comedian Kevin James brings his “Irregardless Tour” to the King Center on Sunday, Nov. 5 at 8 p.m. James was the producer, co-writer, and star of the hit comedies “The King of Queens,” “Paul Blart: Mall Cop 1 & 2,” “Zookeeper" and “Here Comes The Boom.” Tickets start at $59.50.

2. Albert Cummings at The Tangiers in Palm Bay

Blues guitarist Albert Cummings will give a concert at The Tangiers, 4500 Dixie Highway NE, Palm Bay, on Friday, Nov. 3 at 8 p.m. Cummings’ latest album is described as "the blues rocker's gone country," featuring depth and complexity within a new style. Tickets start at $35. Call 321-783-9004 or visit brevardmusicgroup.com.

3. Tinsley Ellis and Marcia Ball at Heidi's Jazz Club

Singer Tinsley Ellis, together with Marcia Ball, will perform at Heidi's Jazz Club in Cocoa Beach on Wednesday, Nov. 8 at 6:30 and 9 p.m. Visit heidisjazzclub.com.
Singer Tinsley Ellis, together with Marcia Ball, will perform at Heidi's Jazz Club in Cocoa Beach on Wednesday, Nov. 8 at 6:30 and 9 p.m. Visit heidisjazzclub.com.

Singers Tinsley Ellis and Marcia Ball will bring their “Acoustic Songs and Stories Tour” to Heidi's Jazz Club. 7 N. Orlando Ave., Cocoa Beach, for performances at 6:30 and 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 8. Each artist will play a solo set, and to close the intimate evening they will join forces and share some songs and stories together. Admission ranges from $20 to $45. Visit heidisjazzclub.com.

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4. Park After Dark at Turkey Creek Sanctuary

Take a nighttime stroll through Turkey Creek Sanctuary in Palm Bay on Nov. 4.
Take a nighttime stroll through Turkey Creek Sanctuary in Palm Bay on Nov. 4.

Guests can experience Turkey Creek Sanctuary, 1518 Port Malabar Blvd. NE, Palm Bay, after dark on Saturday, Nov. 4 from 6 to 10 p.m. There will be musical entertainment, food trucks, vendors and kids’ activities. The cost is $5 in advance or $7 at the gate, or free for kids 5 and younger. Call 321-676-6690 or visit palmbayflorida.org or  facebook.com/events/303912062018252.

5. Auditions at theaters around Brevard

Brevard theaters are hosting auditions for upcoming shows.
Brevard theaters are hosting auditions for upcoming shows.
  • ‘The Minutes’: Melbourne Civic Theatre, 817 E. Strawbridge Ave., Melbourne, will hold auditions for the play “The Minutes” on Sunday and Monday, Nov. 5 and 6 at 7 p.m. This scathing new comedy about small-town politics and real-world power exposes the ugliness behind some of our most closely held American narratives while asking each of us what we would do to keep from becoming history’s losers. Performance dates are Jan. 19 through Feb. 25, 2024. Call 321-723-6935 or visit mymct.org.

  • ‘Agnes of God’: Surfside Playhouse, 301 Ramp Road, Cocoa Beach, will hold auditions for the play “Agnes of God” on Sunday and Monday, Nov. 5 and 6 at 7 p.m. In this taut, compelling three-character drama, a court-appointed psychiatrist must assess the sanity of a novice nun accused of murdering her newborn. Performance dates are Jan. 5-21, 2024. Call 321-783-3127 or visit surfsideplayhouse.com.

  • ‘The Sound of Music’: The Henegar Center, 625 E. New Haven Ave., Melbourne, will hold auditions for the musical “The Sound of Music” on Sunday and Monday, Nov. 5 and 6. In the show, an exuberant young governess brings music and joy back to a broken family as the Nazis gain power in 1938 Austria. Performance dates are Jan. 19 through Feb. 11, 2024. Call 321-723-8698 or visit henegarcenter.com.

6. Brevard Walk for Epilepsy and Purple Picnic in Melbourne

The Brevard Walk for Epilepsy and Purple Picnic will be in Wickham Park on Nov. 4.
The Brevard Walk for Epilepsy and Purple Picnic will be in Wickham Park on Nov. 4.

The Epilepsy Association invites families and individuals to participate in the Brevard Walk for Epilepsy and Purple Picnic at Wickham Park Amphitheater, 2500 Parkway Drive, Melbourne, on Saturday, Nov. 4. Registration begins at 9 a.m., and the walk starts at 10 a.m. Visit brevardepilepsywalk.com or epilepsyassociation.com.

7. Pawsome Partners at The Avenue Viera

Meet service dogs from Canine Companions at The Avenue Viera on Nov. 4.
Meet service dogs from Canine Companions at The Avenue Viera on Nov. 4.

On Saturday, Nov. 4 at The Avenue Viera, 2261 Town Center Ave., enjoy music, vendors and service dog demonstrations as you learn more about Canine Companions service dogs, the people they serve and the work they do. Santa Paws pictures will be taken at the event. There will be a dog costume parade at 1 p.m. Visit avenueviera.com

8. 'A Royal Concert' in Melbourne

Melbourne Municipal Band’s concert band will feature the music of royalty in a pair of concerts at the Melbourne Auditorium, 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd., Melbourne, on Wednesday and Thursday, Nov. 8 and 9 at 7 p.m. The program will feature John Philip Sousa, the "March King," Rogers and Hammerstein's “The King and I,” Disney's “Lion King" and more. No outside alcoholic beverages are permitted, but refreshments may be purchased at the event. Admission is free. Call 321-724-0555 or visit mmband.org.

9. Friday Fest in Cape Canaveral

The City of Cape Canaveral will host a Friday Fest on Nov. 3 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the intersection of Taylor and Poinsetta Aves. It will include food and craft vendors, beer and wine for purchase and live music by Juales Rio. Leashed pets are allowed. Admission is free. Call 321-868-1226 or visit cityofcapecanaveral.org.

10. Teen Anime Club in Palm Bay

Kids ages 12 to 17 can join the Teen Anime Club at the Palm Bay Public Library on the first Friday of every month.
Kids ages 12 to 17 can join the Teen Anime Club at the Palm Bay Public Library on the first Friday of every month.

Palm Bay Public Library, 1520 Port Malabar Blvd. NE, hosts a Teen Anime Club for kids ages 12 to 17 on the first Friday of every month at 3:30 p.m. Fans of Japanese animation gather to explore the world of anime and watch an age-appropriate episode of a new or older series. Refreshments are provided. Call 321-952-4519.

Do you have a community event? Email tgif@floridatoday.com at least three weeks in advance for consideration for the Things to Do roundup.

This article originally appeared on Florida Today: Our picks: Top 10 fun things to do in Brevard for Nov. 3-9