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Romanza Festivale – 10 Days of Art and Culture in St. Augustine

john — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 07:04:13 +0000

Romanza Festivale – a 10-day celebration of history, culture, art, theater, music, dance, exhibits, and cuisine – will take place in St. Augustine May 10-19. Visit the website http://romanzastaugustine.org/index.html for a complete schedule and all the information.

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Funshine Music Festival at Florida State Fairgrounds

john — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 07:08:08 +0000

The three-day music extravaganza featuring more than 30 artists on six stages will be held at the Florida State Fairgrounds May 3-5. Headliners include Cheap Trick, Ted Nugent, Train, Smashing Pumpkins, the Wallflowers, REO Speedwagon, Dashboard Confessional’s Chris Carrabba, Styx, New Found Glory, We the Kings and Kix Brooks. The event also includes 60 rides and attractions as well as a variety of food and beverage offerings.

http://www.funshinefestival.com/

Photo by Lenny Francioni (http://www.navy.mil/view_single.asp?id=14618) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons

Concert Under the Starts at Bok Gardens

john — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 07:05:45 +0000

Allison Brown

Two outstanding bands are on tap as Concert Under the Stars returns for another season at Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales. The Duhks, a Canadian-based band featuring “a folk-rock, bluegrass fusion of Afro-Cuban soul and Jazz,” and the Alison Brown Quartet, starring the internationally recognized banjo virtuoso, perform at 7pm on Saturday, April 27.

http://boktowergardens.cmail1.com/t/ViewEmail/r/D2BB88E0D50010F72540EF23F30FEDED/010BCF773E2C548DB4B1B1F623478121

Photo by Filberthockey at en.wikipedia [Public domain], from Wikimedia Commons

Polk Museum of Art Offers C. Paul Jennewein Works

john — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 07:11:16 +0000

C. Paul Jennewein was an architectural sculptor during the mid-20th century and is recognized for introducing Art Deco into American architecture. When he died in 1978, his family donated over 2,000 of his works to the Tampa Museum of Art. Now, the Polk Museum of Art in Lakeland is planning an exhibit of selected works from the permanent collection in Tampa. Opening April 27, the exhibit will be on display in the Dorothy Jenkins Gallery and Gallery II through July 20.

http://polkmuseumofart.org/exhibitions/c-paul-jennewein-an-usher-for-a-new-american-style-works-from-the-tampa-museum-of-art/

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Great American Pie Festival in Celebration

john — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 07:13:20 +0000

One of the most anticipated events in our area is the Great American Pie Festival in Celebration. This Lakeside Park pie-lovers-delight returns for the 12th year on Saturday and Sunday, April 27 and 28. Who can resist the Never-Ending Pie Buffet that offers award-winning pie, ice cream, toppings, cheeses and beverages for only $10/adults, $5/Seniors over 65 and children 3-10. There are lots of children’s activities, demonstrations, competitions, and entertainment for all to enjoy.

http://www.piecouncil.org/Events/GreatAmericanPieFestival/

Osceola Children’s Theatre Presents Musical

john — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 07:10:49 +0000

The Children’s Theatre actors of the Osceola Center for the Arts will present “101 Dalmations, Kids,” featuring children 8-11. The show will be offered on Friday, April 26, at 7pm, Saturday, April 27, at 2 & 7pm, and Sunday, April 28, at 2pm. Admission is only $10 for adults and $5 for children. Call 407-846-6257 for more information.

Spectacular Air Show at Fort Lauderdale

john — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 07:12:20 +0000

The Lauderdale Air Show will be an exciting collection of aerobatics, low altitude flyovers, parachute teams, and aircraft demonstrations. And it’s all free for viewing from the beach on April 20-21. There are seats in special areas that can be purchased by the big spenders and those include a variety of amenities in addition to prime viewing locations.

http://www.lauderdaleairshow.com/Home_Page.php

Blues at the Winery Returns to Clermont

john — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 07:13:45 +0000

If sippin’ and listenin’ is something you enjoy, head for the Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards in Clermont on April 13 and 14 where you will enjoy the annual Blues at the Winery. A $2 donation includes live entertainment, winery tours and wine tasting. A variety of food as well as Lakeridge wine, beer, and soft drinks will be available for purchase. Enjoy the music of Blue Train on Saturday and the Selwyn Birchwood Band on Sunday. Beautiful Bobby Blackmon & the B3 Blues Band appear both days.

http://www.lakeridgewinery.com/Events/event.php?id=13152376934205

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St. Petersburg Hosts Garden Show

john — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:30:58 +0000

“Welcome to Our Garden,” will be presented by the Garden Club of St. Petersburg from 9am to 4pm on April 27 and from 9am to 3pm on April 28 in Walter Fuller Park. Held in conjunction with the Green Thumb Festival, the show also features a Children’s Plant Fair.

http://www.stpeteparksrec.org/green-thumb-festival.html

Art and Foliage Festival in Apopka

john — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 07:33:25 +0000

The Apopka Woman’s Club is sponsoring the 52nd Art and Foliage Festival on April 27-28 at Kit Land Nelson Park in Apopka. This two-day event features juried artists and crafters, plant and nursery displays, children’s activities, live entertainment and food vendors. Proceeds from the events support numerous community agencies and activities. The hours are 9am to 5pm on Saturday and 9am to 4pm on Sunday. Apopka is only 25 minutes from Disney World via SR 429.

http://apopkawomansclub.org/51st-annual-apopka-art-and-foliage-festival/apopka-art-and-foliage-festival/