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Jul
25
Tue
Flying WILD Workshop @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park
Jul 25 @ 10:00 am – 2:30 pm
Flying WILD Workshop @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park

ATTENTION FORMAL AND NON-FORMAL EDUCATORS:  YOU’RE INVITED

Dade Battlefield Historic State Park is hosting a Flying WILD Workshop! Flying WILD is a supplementary environmental education program emphasizing birds and bird conservation. The workshop will offer exciting new teaching ideas for use in science, math, social studies, language arts, physical education, music, art, and more.  Space is limited, so register early!

  • This workshop is FREE!
  • Curriculum Guide and all support materials will be Just besure to bring a bagged lunch.
  • Participating teachers are eligible for in-service
  • Learn fun, hands-on activities to bring bird education into your classroom.
Aug
5
Sat
Stampeders Youth Rodeo @ Sumter County Fairgrounds
Aug 5 @ 7:00 pm
Stampeders Youth Rodeo @ Sumter County Fairgrounds

An action-packed, back-to-back lineup of non-stop Youth competition. All the main rodeo events across all youth age groups. Just like the Rodeo Pros would do it. Accompanied by announcers, music, rodeo clowns, galloping horses, pick-up men and bucking bulls; all for your entertainment.

Gates open @ 6:00 pm & ADMISSION IS FREE We’ll be “passing the Cowboy hat” for donations; spot us one if you’re having a good time! Proceeds benefit the Buffalo Stampeders Youth Sports Club, a 501(c)3 corporation.

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Aug
10
Thu
Piano Men of Rock – A Special Concert Event @ Whispering Oaks Winery
Aug 10 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Piano Men of Rock - A Special Concert Event @ Whispering Oaks Winery

LIVE AT THE WHISPERING OAKS WINERY AND EVENT CENTER

A Tribute to the greatest piano artist of the rock era!

The authentic Live sound and Spirit of Jerry Lee & Little Richard, McCartney and Lennon, Ray Charles, Van Morrison, Billy Joel and Elton & so much more.

VIP seating includes premium reserved seating, table and and table service (limited availability)  – $40 THESEWILL SELL OUT QUICKLY

General admission seating – $25 advance $30 at the Door

For Ticketing and General info call Maremil Music Productions: 360-878-3474

Aug
13
Sun
Perseid Meteor Shower Program @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park Trails
Aug 13 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Perseid Meteor Shower Program @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park Trails

Join park staff as we look at the sky for the Perseid Meteors, Please bring insect repellant, water, camp chair or blanket.

Pre-register by calling 352-793-4781 or email DadePrograms@FloridaDEP.gov.
Cost is $3/vehicle or Florida State Parks Annual Park Pass.

Aug
24
Thu
Palm Weaving Class @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park
Aug 24 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Palm Weaving Class @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park

Join expert volunteers as they teach participants how to weave palm and palmetto fronds to make boondoggle type crafts.  Cost is $3/vehicle (or Florida State Parks Annual Pass) plus $5/person activity fee.  Pre-register by calling 352-793-4781 or email DadePrograms@FloridaDEP.gov.

Sep
3
Sun
Sumter Swap Meet @ Sumter County Fairgrounds
Sep 3 all-day
Sumter Swap Meet @ Sumter County Fairgrounds | Bushnell | Florida | United States

Sumter Swap Meet at the Sumter County Fairgrounds the first Saturday of every month Over 900 vendor spaces filled with vendors selling auto parts, cars, auto related merchandise, tools, antiques. Door prizes, trivia questions, food vendors. https://carcruisefinder.com/florida-car-shows/event/sumter-swap-meet/2023-09-03/

Sep
9
Sat
Grandparent’s Day with The City of Wildwood @ WARFIELD AUDITORIUM
Sep 9 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Grandparent’s Day with The City of Wildwood @ WARFIELD AUDITORIUM

Come celebrate Grandparent’s Day with The City of Wildwood and get your jive on for the Nana and Pop Pop Sock Hop!

Tickets are available now for $10 per person.

Get your poodle skirts and slick back your hair – it’s party time!

Tickets can be purchased in person at the Wildwood Community Center or online at www.wildwood-fl.gov under the “Rent” tab on the bottom right hand corner of the webpage.

Sep
10
Sun
Big Bass in Lake Panasoffkee welcomes Bill’s Toupee @ Big Bass Grill
Sep 10 @ 1:00 pm
Big Bass in Lake Panasoffkee welcomes Bill's Toupee @ Big Bass Grill

Rock with us once again at this beautiful location

Sep
17
Sun
Needle Felting Class @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park
Sep 17 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Needle Felting Class @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park

Join us as we learn how to work with felt to make needle felting crafts.

Cost is $3/vehicle (or Florida State Parks Annual Pass) plus $5/person activities fee.

Group size is limited to 12.   Pre-register by calling 352-793-4781 or email DadePrograms@FloridaDEP.gov.

Sep
23
Sat
1st Annual Cowboy Challenge @ Sumter County Fairgrounds
Sep 23 @ 10:00 am
1st Annual Cowboy Challenge @ Sumter County Fairgrounds

Join us for the 1st Annual Cowboy Challenge Scholarship Fundraiser.

Events include:

  • Dummy Roping
  • Junior Cowboy Challenge
  • Cowbly Challenge

80% Payback and Buckles to Event Winners!

Admission and Parking are FREE.

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