Wondering what to do this weekend? Take a look at these local events and pick your favorites! See you around town, having some fun and supporting our local businesses!
~Heather
https://makingfldreams.kw.com/
North Port 65th Birthday Celebration
Tuesday, June 18, 2024 | 04:00 PM to 06:00 PM
North Port’s future awaits! The City of North Port invites the community to its 65th Birthday Celebration on June 18. This free, family-friendly event will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. at the City Center Front Green, 4970 City Hall Blvd.
Attendees can look forward to a variety of activities and treats at the birthday bash, including taking a photo with a replica hot air balloon representing our city’s history and leaving their mark on a community art project.
On June 18, 1959, North Port was officially incorporated as a city, beginning a fast-tracked journey of growth, innovation and community spirit.
“North Port has come a long way since its incorporation in 1959, and we are excited to come together and honor our city’s rich history and bright future,” said City Manager Jerome Fletcher. “This is North Port’s biggest year yet and I’m looking forward to what North Port is going to become.”
The City would like to extend its gratitude to the event sponsors and community partners, including Sarasota County, the North Port Area Chamber of Commerce, North Port Art Center, HCA Florida Healthcare, Sarasota Memorial Health Care System and iHeartRadio for their support in making this celebration possible.
City Center Front Green, 4970 City Hall Blvd., North Port, FL, 34286,
World’s Largest Swim Lesson
Thursday, June 20, 2024 | 08:30 AM to 09:00 AM
NPAC will join pools across the world to provide the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson. This FREE program was created by the World Waterpark Association in 2010 to build awareness surrounding the importance of teaching children to swim as an effective way to prevent drowning. Attendees will find additional water safety resources and have the opportunity to participate in exciting lifeguard games.
North Port Aquatic Center, 6205 W. Price Blvd., North Port, FL, 34291
https://www.northportartcenter.org/
https://www.northportsymphony.com/
2nd Annual Caribbean Heritage Month Celebration
June 17, 2024 - 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
FAMILY FUN DAY
Join us as we Celebrate Caribbean American Heritage Month & HUD Father’s Day Initiative
FREE Activities FREE Admission
COME OUT TO THE PARK AND CELEBRATE WITH DAD!
Heritage and Culture of the Islands!
Live Music Games Prizes Vendors
Port Charlotte Beach Park
4500 Harbor Blvd
Contact Information:
Sonia Owens
Send an Email
Visani’s Theatre of Events
Delicious food combined with hysterical entertainment. Sounds like the perfect recipe for date night! - HEATHER’S PICK!!!
https://visanientertainmentinc.thundertix.com/
https://www.fishermensvillage.com/events
Mobile Food Pantry schedule
June 27, 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Harry Chapin Mobile Food Pantry will continue to be in Punta Gorda on the 4th Thursday of each month until further notice, offering healthy foods for the needy.
The mobile pantry, assisted by volunteers from St. Vincent de Paul, Sacred Heart Conference, will be located in the Sacred Heart Church parking lot, 211 W. Charlotte Avenue, from approximately 10 a.m. to noon, or until the food runs out.
Fresh produce and other healthy foods will be distributed. Recipients are asked to bring a bag or box to carry their food.
The Harry Chapin Food Bank solicits, collects and stores quality food for distribution to families in need through a network of nonprofit agencies in Lee, Collier, Hendry, Charlotte and Glades counties. These agencies, including St. Vincent in Punta Gorda, provide food to thousands of people monthly.
St. Vincent is an international Catholic lay organization founded in 1833 to serve the poor, regardless of religious affiliation. It provides food, clothing, home furnishings, and financial assistance to individuals and families in need.
Dance Fusion Class
In-person and by Zoom Tuesdays and Fridays from 8:30 to 9:30 AM
If you have never experienced Dance Fusion with Carla Peralta, you are missing a great time. The music is fabulous, Carla’s energy is contagious and the participants are a dedicated, warm and welcoming group of individuals.
Dance Fusion happens at Punta Gorda Isles Association, 2001 Shreve St., Punta Gorda, FL and by Zoom on Tuesdays and Fridays from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
All workouts are $10 per session, pay when you arrive or register on-line to attend by Zoom.
Contact Carla with questions at email [email protected] or 941-276-1887
Punta Gorda Isles Civic Association, 2001 Shreve St., Punta Gorda, FL 33950 or by Zoom
Fees/Admission: $10.00
Wine-O Bingo
Every Friday night from 6-8pm!
https://www.coastal-expressions.com/events
Come in and enjoy wine-o bingo this Friday night!
We play a couple games of bingo with wine - get your seat before we fill up! You can win a bottle of wine if you have a winning board!
Coastal Expressions & Wine, LLC
1133 Bal Harbor, Suite 1135
Punta Gorda, Florida 33950
Lori Sandage - (941)214-8599
Fees/Admission: $6 admission which gives you your wine-o bingo board for multiple games of bingo where you can potentially win a bottle of wine!
Learn how to dance Cha Cha Cha, Bachata, Lindy Hop, and Swing this month.
The Social Latin class is from 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM.
The All About Swing Class is from 6:45 PM to 7:30 PM.
Following these classes is 2 intermediate dance lessons.
The cost for classes: 1 class ($12) - 2 classes ($17) - 3 classes ($22) - 4 classes ($27)
Location:
Punta Gorda Woman’s Club
118 Sullivan Street
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Every Wednesday starting at 6:45 PM
To register for classes call Laura @ (330) 501-2366
Send an Email
Fees/Admission:
1 class ($12) - 2 classes ($17) - 3 classes ($22) - 4 classes ($27)
https://www.meetup.com/Charlotte-Harbor-Ballroom-Dance/photos/31770887/
History Park Sunday Market
Every Sunday Year Round from 9 AM - 1 PM, the best local food and artisans in our region gather at the History Park Sunday Market located in the heart of historic Punta Gorda, Florida.
It’s THE event of the week where you can shop for local fresh Florida produce directly from local farmers, select from bread & pastry bakers, taste home cooking from our food vendors, discover the amazing selection of flowers and plants, and of course enjoy the artisan products, music, and ambiance of a historic setting and market experience. It’s a great destination to meet your friends and neighbors, shop, and enjoy our fantastic Florida weather!
History Park opened in 1999 as an outdoor museum consisting of a collection of historical structures in a garden setting, and offers a beautiful backdrop to the market as well as an opportunity to explore history.
History Park, 501 Shreve Street, Punta Gorda FL, 33950
Punta Gorda Farmers Market
Every Saturday 8am-1pm October - April
May- September 8am - noon
Farmers’ Market with produce, seafood, meat, ethnic cuisine, arts, crafts, live music, working artists and much more.
Featuring over 70 vendors. Located in downtown beautiful Punta Gorda.
Every Saturday rain or shine (unless it falls on Christmas Day, an active Hurricane Warning day or other unforeseen event).
The Yoga Sanctuary
Check website for dates and times
http://www.theyogasanctuary.biz
No flexibility required—all ages and body types welcome! This six-week series, limited to eight students only, will walk you through the basics of yoga. Learn pose anatomy and alignment, the foundations of yoga philosophy, as well as ways to personalize your yoga practice for specific issues or injuries. Not only will you receive a copy of Yoga Fan: Practice Guide for Everyday, but you will also be given personalized guidance and support to help you to continue practicing yoga even after you finish the course.
Location:
The Yoga Sanctuary
112 Sullivan St, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Contact Information:
941-505-9642
Dance Classes - Intermediate Series
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
https://www.meetup.com/Charlotte-Harbor-Ballroom-Dance/photos/31770887/
Dance Lessons with USA Dance #6126
Learn how to dance Rumba, Quick Step, Cha Cha Cha, and Tango.
Intermediate classes start at 7:30 PM until 9:00 PM.
Each intermediate class is 45 minutes.
You do not have to take both classes.
The cost for classes: 1 class ($12) - 2 classes ($17) - 3 classes ($22) - 4 classes ($27)
To register for classes call Laura @ (330) 501-2366
Punta Gorda Woman’s Club
118 Sullivan Street
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Every Wednesday starting at 7:30 PM
Trivia Night @ Coastal Expressions & Wine!
Every Thursday Night
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
https://www.coastal-expressions.com/events
We are having some fun at Coastal Expressions with TRIVIA
Calling all of the smarty pants & gamers out there to come hangout with us every Thursday night from 6-8PM
Please just give us a call to make a reservation (941) 214-8599 or send us a message on Facebook!
We are located in PGI! Heres our address:
1133 Bal Harbor, Suite 1135
Punta Gorda, Florida 33950
Contact:
Lori Sandage
*** Note: Do to increased costs to pay for our Trivia Host and the cost of prizes we will have to implement a $20.00 minimum spend on Trivia nights***
Ladies Dancing Class
Learn to dance without needing a partner. Each week you will learn a routine from latin, ballroom, and swing styles. (Salsa, Bachata, Charleston, Swing, Paso Doble, Fox Trot, Tango, Rumba, Cha Cha, Disco, Samba, and more!
Class is $10 for USA members and $12 for non-members.
Date/Time Information:
Every Wednesday night starting 6 PM at Woman’s Club Punta Gorda.
Every Thursday morning starting at 10:30 AM at PGICA Punta Gorda.
Every Thursday afternoon starting at 5:00 PM at Gran Paradiso - Resident and Guest.
Every Friday morning starting at 9:30 AM at Riverwood - Resident and Guest.
Woman’s Club
Punta Gorda
118 Sullivan St.
Contact Information:
Send an Email
The best way to apply moves, techniques and styles learned from dance lessons. A great way to meet make new friends.
Please call to book your spot.
Location:
Punta Gorda Woman’s Club
118 Sullivan Street
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Date/Time Information:
Social Dance Party every 4th Sunday of each month.
Lesson and Party from 2:00pm to 5pm.
Contact Information:
For more information call Laura @ (330) 501-2366
Send an Email
Fees/Admission:
$15 USA Dance Members per person
$25 USA Dance Members Couple
$17 Non-member per person
$30 Non-member couple
“Standing at the Beach’s Edge”
with Hermitage Major Theater Award Winner Chris Bush
Chris Bush’s residency and Hermitage Major Theater Award are made possible with generous support from Flora Major and the Kutya Major Foundation.
Friday, June 7 at 6:30pm
Hermitage Beach (entrance at 6660 Manasota Key Rd, Eglewood, FL 34223)
Register here.
Registration is required. $5 per person.
London theatergoers can’t get enough of 2024 Hermitage Major Theater Award winner Chris Bush’s latest musical Standing at the Sky’s Edge. After its premiere in the town where it’s set and this gifted theater maker hails from, Sheffield, the production moved to the National Theatre in London and is now running on the West End, garnering accolades and rave review along the way. Now, one of the show’s lead creative minds is coming to Sarasota. Hear from Hermitage Major Theater Award winner Chris Bush about her career, creating theater in the UK, and how she plans to reimagine Virginia Woolf’s iconic novel Orlando for the 21st century and set in Florida.
A Sheffield-born playwright, lyricist, and theatre maker, Chris Bush is the 2024 recipient of the Hermitage Major Theater Award. Current and past work includes Standing at the Sky’s Edge (Sheffield Theatres/National Theatre – Olivier Award and UK Theatre Award for Best Musical, South Bank Sky Arts Award for Best Theatre), Pericles and The Odyssey (both National Theatre); Rock/Paper/Scissors, The Band Plays On, What We Wished For, A Dream, and The Sheffield Mysteries (all Sheffield Theatres); Jane Eyre (Stephen Joseph Theatre, New Vic Theatre); The Doncastrain Chalk Circle (CAST Doncaster/National Theatre); Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World (Kenny Wax, UK Tour – UK Theatre Award for Best Show for Children & Young People); Hungry (Paines Plough); Kein Weltuntergang/Not the End of the World (Schaubühne, Berlin); Nine Lessons and Carols: Stories for a Long Winter (Almeida Theatre); Faustus: That Damned Woman (Headlong/Lyric Hammersmith/Birmingham Rep); The Last Noël (Attic Theatre/UK tour); The Assassination of Katie Hopkins (Theatr Clwyd – UK Theatre Award for Best Musical); The Changing Room (NT Connections); A Declaration from the People (National Theatre: Dorfman); and Larksong (New Vic, Stoke-on-Trent). Film includes Mars (dir. Abel Rubinstein).
Stop by Pioneer Plaza for a hot dog and cool tips about keeping summer bugs at bay with staff from Sarasota County Mosquito Management Services. Free and open to the public.
At: Pioneer Plaza
325 Dearborn Street
Englewood FL
Viva Divas Weekly Coffee Chat
Ladies are welcome to join our weekly coffee chat at Culture Coffee.
It’s a great way to meet other women in the community and learn more about the events held by the Viva Divas Sisterhood.
Free to join our group and optional events are held almost every day of the week.
10:00-2:00 pm
Culture Coffee
405 West Dearborn Street
Englewood Fl, 34223
“Stealing the Show: Broadway, Beach, and Beyond”
with Hermitage Fellow Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer
Wednesday, June 26 at 6:30pm
Hermitage Beach (entrance at 6660 Manasota Key Rd, Englewood, FL 34223)
Register here.
Registration is required. $5 per person.
Returning Hermitage Fellow Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer is a 2024 Tony Award nominee for her recent performance in Spamalot, where The New York Times noted that “she essentially steals the show.” Broadway audiences have celebrated Kritzer for years thanks to her powerhouse voice, her pitch-perfect comic timing, and her iconic roles in Broadway’s Beetlejuice, Something Rotten!, Legally Blonde, The Robber Bridegroom, and more. TV audiences have also come to know Leslie, notably through her memorable turn as Carol Burnett on the series finale of “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.” Now, Hermitage audiences will get to know Leslie as a gifted writer, composer, and lyricist who has been developing her own original projects right here along the inspirational shores of the Hermitage. Join this quadruple-plus threat for a bit of both worlds: the songs you know and the next great work of American theater.
Hermitage Fellow Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer is a 2024 Tony Award Nominee for her showstopping turn as ‘Lady of the Lake’ in the Broadway revival of Spamalot. She previously starred on Broadway as Delia in Beetlejuice, for which she received Drama Desk, Drama League, and Chita Rivera Award nominations. Additional Broadway credits include Something Rotten!, Elf, Sondheim on Sondheim, Legally Blonde, A Catered Affair (Drama Desk nomination) and Hairspray. Off-Broadway: The Robber Bridegroom (Lucille Lortel Award and Drama League Award), Gigantic (Lucille Lortel nomination), ROOMS: A Rock Romance (Outer Critics Circle nomination), and others. She can be heard on several original casting recordings. TV: “Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” (as Carol Burnett in the Series Finale) “The First Lady,” “Bridge & Tunnel,” “New Amsterdam,” “Difficult People,” “Kevin Can Wait,” “Younger,” “Vinyl,” and “Law & Order: SVU.” Sarasota audiences have previously seen Leslie perform alongside Andy Sandberg in the Hermitage 20th Anniversary Concert (Van Wezel Hall) and at the 2023 Hermitage Greenfield Prize Dinner (Ringling Museum). @lesliekritzer
Jazzercise
Classes are Mon-Sat 9-10am LO Strength Tues/Thurs 10:15-11am
Our classes incorporate dance cardio with strength training to sculpt and tone your muscles in the ultimate full – body workout. Whether you’re looking for physical results or a way to relieve stress and FEEL your best, our instructors will guide you every step of the way in your wellness journey!
Location:
Jazzercise Englewood
3069 S. McCall Rd.
Englewood FL, 34224
Discover Dearborn!
A way for business owners to stay open a little later and help gain the visibility of local folks that would have missed out on experiencing the street we all love!
It occurs on the 4th Tuesday of the month, always a Tuesday! 4:00-7:00 pm.
With Music, Raffles, Food, and Fun; you’re hard pressed to have a bad time! Come and enjoy that makes our street the eclectic hang out it truly is. Be apart of the growing community of those that Discover Dearborn!
Location:
450 West Dearbon Street
Englewood FL, 34223
Community Beach Yoga
EVERY DAY! All Year Round, all ages and abilities welcome! Certified husband and wife instructor and celebrating 15 years of yoga on Englewood Beach.
Yoga classes are designed for all abilities and ages. Visitors, locals and newcomers are equally welcome to our small Beach Yoga community. No previous Yoga experience is required.
Bring a blanket, a bottle of water and clothing that allows freedom of movement.
Morning classes to get the day started right.
Rain or Shine! Please make sure to dress warm enough on colder days, we will.
The teachers are certified. Plenty of Free parking is available.
The Yoga classes are supported by your donations.
Location is on the North End of Manasota Beach
Time: 8:30am-9:15am
8570 Manasota Key Road
Englewood FL, 34223
Cruisin’ on Dearborn
Hundreds of cars and thousands of car lovers converge on Dearborn Street for this car show.
Music to cruise by sponsored by Olde Englewood Village Association.
Free Admission!
Event takes place every 1st Saturday of the month from 2-8pm unless replaced by a street-closing event.
Location:
W Dearborn Street
Englewood, FL 34223
The Englewood Area Orchid Society is an organization of beginners at orchid culture, orchid hobbyists, master gardeners, and professional growers. Everyone is welcome.
EAOS meets at 6:30 pm on the 3rd Monday of every month except December and August
St. David’s Episcopal Church, 401 S. Broadway, Englewood, Florida.
Membership in our society is $15 per year per family.
Our monthly meeting program usually features an orchid expert as guest speaker. There is a plant table for those who want to show the plants that they are growing.
Our biggest event of the year is our annual orchid show in Englewood, where orchid clubs from places like Sarasota and Venice join us to display members’ orchids. Awards are given by American Orchid Society judges. Vendors are on hand with orchids and supplies, and growing tips.
BINGO NIGHT
EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT
GREAT PRIZES FOR EVERY ROUND
FOOD AVAILABLE
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
DOORS OPEN AT 4PM
GAME STARTS AT 5:30 PM
CONTACT: CHRIS JAGELSKI 410-688- 0567
Venice Theater Presents: Intro to Acting 6 WEEK SERIES
This will be a 6 week series every Tuesday evening starting May 7th through June 11th.
A Complete History of Musical Theatre Abridged (with visuals) – WELLEN PARK with Kristofer Geddie.
In this theatre appreciation class, exposure to the highlights and lowlights of Musical Theatre over the past 285 years awaits you. Seven weeks of a fast-paced romp through America’s truest art form – served through audio clips, video clips, anecdotes, and lots of discussion.
$175 Register
Solis Hall
19745 Wellen Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
Cornhole Tournament
JUNE 01 from 10:00AM
Downtown Wellen Park 19745 Wellen Park Blvd,Venice, FL 34293
Join us in downtown Wellen Park for an end of season Cornhole Tournament!
- $10 Blind Draw Double Elimination Tournament
- 9:30am Sign Up
- 10:00am Play Starts
- RSVP now, pay at tournament
Great American Picnic-Signature Event
June 22 from 4:00PM-9:00PM
Downtown Wellen Park19745 Wellen Park Blvd,Venice, FL 34293
Celebrate summer with a Great American Picnic in downtown Wellen Park! Enjoy live music by Whiskey County sponsored by Lennar Home Builders, family friendly activities, a kids carnival, a watermelon eating contest sponsored by Venice Print Center, a pie bake off, and more!
Schedule of Events:
- 4:00pm: Pie Baking Contest
- 4:00pm: Watermelon Eating Contest Sponsored by Venice Print Center
- 4:00pm-6:00pm: Kids Foam Party
- 4:00pm-8:00pm: Kids Carnival Games
- 5:00pm-9:00pm: Live Music-Whiskey County Sponsored by Lennar Home Builders
Venice Theatre Presents: Drop-In Improv Class
June 25 from 5:00PM-7:00PM
Solis Hall19745 Wellen Park Blvd,Venice, FL 34293
This “drop-in” improv class for adults is a whole lot of fun! It caters to any and all experience levels with specially-crafted improv games, warm-ups, and exercises. Increase confidence, decrease anxiety, and find community! Must be registered by noon two days prior to class. Space is limited so RSVP now!
Tai Chi – Downtown Wellen
WEDNESDAY’S 9:00-10:00 AM
The Be Well Fitness Series brings you Tai Chi on The Great Lawn in Downtown Wellen every Wednesday starting November 1st.
Classes are complimentary (subject to change).
*Please bring a mat and a towel.
This will be an outdoor class. All ability levels are welcome.
RSVP to reserve your spot and sign your waiver.
Please note all participants are required to read and accept the fitness waiver, which is available when you reserve your spot.
Downtown Wellen Park
19745 Wellen Park Blvd,Venice, FL 34293
Wellen Wednesday’s Drop-In Cornhole
WEDNESDAY’S 6:00-10:00 PM
Join us for Wellen Wednesdays every Wednesday night in Downtown Wellen for drop-in cornhole!
Play a game or two with your fellow neighbors and enjoy the beautiful sights, sounds, and tastes of downtown Wellen Park.
Cornhole tournament draw time will be precisely at 6:30pm.
No outside food or alcoholic beverages is permitted during this event. To-go alcoholic beverages are sold by the restaurants and food containers.
Downtown Wellen Park
19745 Wellen Park Blvd,Venice, FL 34293
Dueling Pianos Playing Under The Heritage Tree
3rd Thursday of the month from 6:00-10:00 pm
Enjoy the sight and sounds of Dueling Pianos playing under the Heritage Tree in Downtown Wellen Park on the third Thursday of the month as part of our Winter Music Series! These talented musicians will perform to the backdrop of beautiful Grand Lake.
No RSVP required to attend these events. No outside alcoholic beverages are permitted. To-go alcoholic beverages may be purchased from our restaurants.
Bring your lawn chair and blankets to sit on and join us for a night of Dueling Pianos in Downtown Wellen! We hope to see you there!
Rev up your engines!
Wellen Park and Co-Sponsors, Foxtail Coffee, and Antique Automobile Club of America-Venice Region, are excited to offer car enthusiasts of all ages the opportunity to come together for an informal early morning gathering to share their passion for all things automotive.
We welcome all makes and models to join us monthly on the first Saturday of the month from 7:30am-10:30am. Show cars will be in the parking lot behind the 2 story building downtown. Spots will be reserved for the show cars with blue cones. A directional parking attendant will be at the parking entrance off of Sunglow Blvd. We can’t wait to see you at the next gathering, and invite you to stick around afterwards for some shopping and dining in Downtown Wellen.
All attendees will receive 50% off of drip, iced, and cold brew coffee from 7-10 a.m. at Foxtail Coffee.
First Fridays Concert!
The Downtown Wellen Music Series continues this summer with live music the first Friday of every month on Solis Hall stage!
#NoFilter is an explosive, concert-style, dance band featuring 5 Singer-Musicians, a State-of-the-Art Lighting & Video Package, and LED Drum Routines that are all perfectly synced to the music for the entire performance! From the chart-topping hits of today to the classics of the 70s, 80s, and 90s, #NoFilter brings a fast-paced, energetic performance that’s sure to keep you dancing, singing, and entertained all night!
6:00pm-7:00pm: Opening band
7:00pm-10:00pm: NoFilter
No RSVP required to attend these events. No outside alcoholic beverages are permitted. To-go alcoholic beverages may be purchased from our restaurants mobile bars.
Bring your lawn chair and blankets to sit on and join us for a night of music in Downtown Wellen! We hope to see you there!
Join us in Downtown Wellen for the Fresh Harvest Farmers Market every Sunday!
Shop fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, seafood, cut flowers and more!
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
19745 Wellen Park Blvd.,
Venice, Florida 34293
In partnership with the Venice YMCA, you are invited to ‘shimmy’ the pounds away! A new year a new you. Join us in Downtown Wellen Park on the Great Lawn area for a ‘fabulous and fun’ Zumba class.
Meet on the Great Lawn at 9 a.m. on Mondays – Classes are complimentary (subject to change).
This will be an outdoor class. All ability levels are welcome for this class you just need to reserve your spot and fill out a waiver.
Please note all participants are required to complete a fitness waiver, which is available when you reserve your spot.
RSVP to reserve your spot!
The Be Well Fitness Series brings you Yoga on The Great Lawn in Downtown Wellen every Saturday.
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. – Classes are complimentary (subject to change).
*Please bring a mat and a towel.
This will be an outdoor class. All ability levels are welcome.
RSVP to reserve your spot!
Please note all participants are required to read and accept the fitness waiver, which is available when you reserve your spot.
It’s officially ‘season’ here in Wellen Park and we’re showcasing our Downtown Wellen Winter Music Series.
Join us for live music & entertainment as follows:
Dueling Pianos -The first Thursday of the month we’ll have Dueling Pianos performing under the Heritage Tree from 6-10PM
Friday Night Live – Band on Solis Hall stage from 6-10PM
Saturday Sounds – Live music under the Heritage Tree from 6-10PM (except 1/27, 2/17, 3/16, 4/20, 5/10 when we’ll have Outdoor Movie Night on the lawn)
Sunday Groove – Live music under Heritage Tree from 9am-1PM
No RSVP required to attend these events. No outside alcoholic beverages are permitted. To-go alcoholic beverages may be purchased from our restaurants.
Bring your lawn chair and blankets to sit on and join us for a night of music in Downtown Wellen! We hope to see you there!
“We Were the Universe”
with Hermitage Fellow Kimberly King Parsons
Presented in partnership with Bookstore1.
Friday, June 28 at 6pm
Bookstore1 (entrance at 117 S Pineapple Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236)
Register here.
Registration is required. $5 per person.
From the author of the short story collection Black Light (National Book Award longlist) comes the highly anticipated debut novel We Were the Universe. Set in Texas and through the stream-of-consciousness narration from Kit, Hermitage Fellow Kimberly King Parsons “has created a character so appealing in her cheerful brokenness that you won’t want to leave her side for a minute.” (Kirkus Review) From trips to Oregon to acid trips, life, death, and rock’n roll, Parsons’ remarkable style has readers turning pages and discovering entirely new frames of mind. Hear selections of the novel read by this Hermitage author and dive into conversation about the writing process in Bookstore1’s intimate loft space.
Hermitage Fellow Kimberly King Parsons is the author of the forthcoming novel We Were the Universe and the short story collection Black Light, which was longlisted for the National Book Award and the Story Prize. A recipient of Fellowships from the Hermitage Artist Retreat, Yaddo, and Columbia University, Parsons won the 2020 National Magazine Award for “Foxes,” a story published in The Paris Review. She lives in Portland, Oregon with her partner and children. Born in Lubbock, Texas, Parsons earned a BA in English and an MA in Literary Studies from the University of Texas at Dallas. She then moved to New York, where she earned an MFA in Fiction from Columbia and served as the editor-in-chief of Columbia: A Journal of Literature and Art. Parsons’ book reviews and interviews have appeared in Bookforum, BOMB, Time Out New York, The Millions, and elsewhere. Parsons’ collection Black Light was a finalist for the 2020 Edmund White Award for Debut Fiction, the 2020 Texas Institute of Letters Best Work of First Fiction Award, and the 2020 Oregon Book Award.
Learn from a retired chiropractor, teaching Pilates 15 years. Bring your own Pilates mat, and water.
RSVP (space limited)
Dr. Francine 607-621-8285
Suggested donation $10
At: Cape Haze Clubhouse
180 Spyglass Alley
Placida FL, 33946