Discover Neighborhoods - Spring/Summer 2022

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2022 Discover Neighborhoods - Spring/Summer

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PAGE 6 Now that many of the snowbirds have returned to their northern residences, you may find it is easier to visit your favorite theme parks and entertainment venues. Here are a few upcoming events to consider. MAY 'Choral Splendor in 40 Parts' presented by Key Chorale presents 40 voices of the Chamber Singers and special guest Les Canards Chantants, a solo-voice ensemble specializing in music of the Renaissance. May 6-7. Presbyterian Church, 2050 Oak St., Sarasota. 941-552-8768 or https://keychorale.org. 'Genius of Youth' by the Sarasota Orchestra 7:30 p.m. May 14. Sarasota Opera House, 61 N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota. 941-953-3434 or www.sarasotaorchestra.org. 'Patriotic Pops Concert and Fireworks' presented by the Venice Symphony. 7:30 p.m. May 28. CoolToday Park, 18800 West Villages Parkway, West Villages. 941-207–8822 or www.thevenicesymphony.org. St. Armands Fine Art Festival transforms St. Armands Circle Park into an outdoor gallery of original, handmade works by artisans from across Florida and throughout the United States. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 28-29. St Armands Cir, Sarasota. https://bit.ly/3IC6FtH JUNE St. Armands Craft Festival and Sidewalk Sale with 175 artisans and crafters. 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. June 11-12. St. Armands Circle Park, Sarasota. https://bit.ly/3IZTF0Y Downtown Venice Craft Festival with ceramic, jewelry, digital, photo, fiber, metalwork, sculptures, glass, mixed media, wood, graphics and painting exhibits. June 18-19. 100 W. Venice Ave., Venice. https://bit.ly/3j2Yg7X aactWorldfest is a week-long community theater festival that includes performances, workshops and networking opportunities. June 20-26 at Venice Theatre, 140 Tampa Ave. W., Venice. 941- 488-1115, venicetheatre.org JULY Celebrate Sarasota with a parade, fireworks and music in JD Hamel Park along Sarasota's bayfront July 4. 199 Bayfront Dr, Sarasota. https://destinationdowntownsarasota.com/ 'American Fanfare' presented by Artists of Sarasota and featuring the Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble.4 p.m. July 4. Sarasota Opera House, 61 N. Palm Ave., Sarasota. 941-387-4900 or www.ChoralArtistsSarasota.org. AUGUST Sarasota Gem, Jewelry and Bead Show 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug 12-14. Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, 801 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. https://bit.ly/3Luhy2m Chalk Fest at The Orange St. Rec Center, 101 N. Orange St. off Dearborn in Englewood. englewoodpioneerdays.com SEPTEMBER Pioneer Days Parade and Festival is an annual celebration in Englewood includes a parade and festival, car shows, music, vendors, history tour, diaper derby, cardboard boat races and more. www.englewoodpioneerdays.com OCTOBER Sarasota Rocktoberfest is Oktoberfest coupled with live musical performances Oct. 14-16. JD Hamel Park, 199 Bayfront Drive, Sarasota. https://bit.ly/3uHIC98. Bahamas Festival is Oct. 22 at Snook's Bayside Restaurant and Tiki Bar, 779 W Wentworth St, Englewood. 941-475-3712, https://snooksbayside restaurant.com Sun Fiesta features arts and crafts, Miss Sun Fiesta, bed races, music and more. Centennial Park, 200 W. Venice Ave, Venice www.womenssertoma.com/ sun-fiesta Haunted Trails. Scary moments are involved with costumed monsters, noises and lights. Oscar Scherer State Park, 1843 S. Tamiami Trail. www.friendsofoscarscherer.com/haunted-trails Tour De North Port. Explore North Port on either a 15-, 35- or 65-mile route. The ride benefits People for Trees. www.peoplefortrees.com Haunting on the Harbor Halloween festival and haunted house in downtown Punta Gorda. puntagordahaunting.com Florida International Air Show. The show is at Punta Gorda Airport and hosts jets and planes, includ- ing stunt teams, antique planes and displays. 28000 Airport Road www.floridaairshow.com All Florida Championship Fall Rodeo. Bareback bronc riding, steer wrestling, team roping, saddle bronc riding, tie down roping, barrel racing and bull riding. arcadiarodeo.com Events to enjoy PHOTO BY TAMI GARCIA The Budweiser Clydesdales were featured as part of CoolToday Park World Champions Welcome Weekend in February. The park is used for many community events throughout the year. PHOTO PROVIDED BY DENISE KOWAL The are several chalk festivals including one in August in Englewood.

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