Mandala Rock Painting Class

When: February 18, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where: Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, 7200 cr 603 bushnell fl 33513

Join expert volunteers as they teach participants how to do the historic art of mandala painting on rocks or recycled small tins. Pre-register by calling 352-793-4781 or email DadePrograms@FloridaDEP.gov. Cost is $3/vehicle or Florida State Parks Annual Pass plus $5/person,

Mandala Rock Painting Class 3/11/24

When: March 11, 2024 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where: Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, 7200 cr 603 bushnell fl 33513

Join expert volunteers as they teach participants how to do the historic art of mandala painting on rocks or recycled small tins. Pre-register by calling 352-793-4781 or email DadePrograms@FloridaDEP.gov. Cost is $3/vehicle or Florida State Parks Annual Pass plus $5/person,

2021 The Villages® Senior Chess Tournament

When: July 10, 2021 @ 9:30 am – July 11, 2021 @ 1:30 pm
Where: Laurel Manor Recreation Center, 1985 Laurel Manor Drive, The Villages, FL 32162

REGISTRATION: Limited to first 40 entries. Registration confirmed upon receipt of paid entry fee. Online entries at www.ChessRegister.com, deadline 12:00 pm 07-07-2021. Mail-in entries until 07-02-2021 to: Mike Moschos, 2100 Odessa Circle, The Villages, FL 32162. Current USCF membership required.

2021 Florida Senior Open Chess Championship

When: July 9, 2021 @ 5:30 pm – July 11, 2021 @ 2:00 pm
Where: Laurel Manor Recreation Center, 1985 Laurel Manor Drive, The Villages, FL 32162

REGISTRATION: Active USCF and Florida Chess Association membership is required. Online entries at www.ChessRegister.com; LIMITED TO FIRST 40 ENTRIES. Registration confirmed upon receipt of paid entry fee. ONLY ADVANCED REGISTRATIONS ACCEPTED, THERE WILL BE NO ONSITE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE; Registration deadline

The Circus Is Coming To Whispering Oaks Winery

cirus flyer
When: January 7, 2021 @ 12:00 pm
Where: Whispering Oaks Winery, 10934 N. County Rd. 475 Oxford, FL. 34484

SHOWS THURSDAY-SUNDAY JANUARY 7-31, 2020 See flyer

Winter Wonderland Sip & Shop

Winter Wonderland
When: December 12, 2020 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Where: True Heart Ranch, 1349 C478A Webster, FL 33597

You won’t want to miss this one! Mimosas from mom (tickets sold at the door), Complimentary hot chocolate for kiddos, Grumpy Gramps BBQ, and cookies with the Grinch!

The Pan Bass Tournament

Fish in the Pan Bass Tournament
When: November 7, 2020 @ 7:00 am
Where: Lake Panasoffkee, Pana Vista, 3417 County Road 470, Lake Panasoffkee

Grab your rod ‘n reel and your luckiest baits – it’s time to hit the water for the first Fish in The Pan Bass Tournament presented by the Sumter Scenic Heritage Byway.

Fish In The Pan Bass Tournament

When: November 13, 2021 @ 7:00 am
Where: Pana Vista Lodge, 3417 County Road 470, Lake Panasoffkee

Grab your rod ‘n reel and your luckiest baits – it’s time to hit the water for the Fish In The Pan Bass Tournament presented by the Sumter Scenic Heritage Byway.

Fish In The Pan Bass Tournament 2023

When: October 28, 2023 @ 7:00 am
Where: Pana Vista Lodge, 3417 County Road 470, Lake Panasoffkee

4th Annual Fish In The Pan Bass Tournament $50 per boat, preregistered ($65 at the event) Maximum 2 anglers per boat! Register Now! SPONSORSHIP INVITATION The Scenic Sumter Heritage Byway Organization, Coastal Angler Magazine and Pana Vista Lodge are pleased

Fish In The Pan Bass Tournament 2024

When: October 26, 2024 @ 7:00 am
Where: Pana Vista Lodge, 3417 County Road 470, Lake Panasoffkee

5th Annual Fish In The Pan Bass Tournament Register Now!

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