February 2011
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Charlotte County Woodcarvers Club
8:00 am-12:00 pm
Charlotte County Woodcarvers Club8:00 am-12:00 pm
Weekly meeting. For information, call 941-505-4246 or 941-639-1947.
Location: Punta Gorda Boat Club, 802 W. Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda
SWFL Arts Council Winners Circle
9:00 am
SWFL Arts Council Winners Circle9:00 am
Exhibit may be viewed 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon. to Fri. and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sat. Feb. 1 to Feb. 17. Free and open to public. Awards reception 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Feb. 3. For information, call 941-639-8810 or e-mail vac@daystar.net.
Location: Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St., Punta Gorda
Art Exhibit-Florida Artists
9:00 am
Art Exhibit-Florida Artists9:00 am
Open Mon. to Fri. during office hours. We have been exhibiting fine visual art from Florida based artists for 10 years. Be sure to stop by when you are in Arcadia. For more information, call 863-494-2100 or e-mail at service@martinrealtyfla.com
Location: Martin Art Gallery, 207 E. Magnolia St., Arcadia
Photo Exhibit
9:00 am
Photo Exhibit9:00 am
Loranger Gallery. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon. to Fri. Feb. 1 to Feb. 24. Photographers from the Englewood Camera Club give us their view of the world through their lens.
Location: Englewood Art Center, 350 S. McCall Rd., Englewood
Cafe Philo
7:00 pm
Cafe Philo7:00 pm
Philosophical discussion group. Free. Topic: The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Part I. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Florida Community Bank, 125 Nesbit St., Punta Gorda
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Needle WorksNeedle Works
Lisa Copeman works w/crafters w/any kind of needle. Supply your own supplies. For info call 941-681-3742
Location: Tringali Recreation Center
Pine Needle Weaving Workshop
10:00 am
Pine Needle Weaving Workshop10:00 am
$15 class/$10 supplies. Learn from our skilled instructor how to hand craft unique pine needle baskets. For information, call 941-629-7278.
Location: Charlotte County Historical Center, 22959 Bayshore Rd, Charlotte Harbor
Cafe Philo
3:00 pm-4:30 pm
Cafe Philo3:00 pm-4:30 pm
Philosophical discussion group. Free. Topic: TBA. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Englewood-Charlotte Public Library (Tringali Center) Meeting Room, 3450 N. Access Rd., Englewood
Al Black, Florida Highwayman
6:00 pm
Al Black, Florida Highwayman6:00 pm
Free and open to public. First of a five part series funded by the FL Humanities Council and hosted by Charlotte Co Library System which celebrates the rich contribution and strong tradition of Florida’s visual arts. One of the legendary group of FloridaAfrican American artists who painted serene landscapes of underdeveloped Florida, Mr. Black will discuss his personal experience as a highwayman as well as his special talent of capturing Florida on canvas. For more information, call 941-613-3166.
Location: Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd, Port Charlotte
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Awards Reception
5:30 pm-7:00 pm
Awards Reception5:30 pm-7:00 pm
SW FL Arts Courcil Winners Circle. Free and open to public. For information, call 941-639-8810 or e-mail vac@daystar.net.
Location: Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St., Punta Gorda
Peace River Woodturners Demonstration Meeting
6:30 pm-9:30 am
Peace River Woodturners Demonstration Meeting6:30 pm-9:30 am
Monthly woodturning demonstration meeting featuring a hands-on session in “Birdhouse Ornaments.” Brief informational business meeting followed by Show n’ Tell by members of their current projects, a Q&A session and the step-by-step demonstration of woodturning using the lathe. Open to members and anyone interested in learning about lathe-turned objects, how turned items are made and in wood arts and woodturning in general. For information, call Frank or Cheri Bauer at 941-743-5140.
Location: Cultural Center of Charlotte County, Community Room, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte
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Needle WorksNeedle Works
Lisa Copeman works w/crafters w/any kind of needle. Supply your own supplies. For info call 941-681-3742
Location: Tringali Recreation Center
Peace River Quilters Guild
10:00 am-2:00 pm
Peace River Quilters Guild10:00 am-2:00 pm
Weekly meeting: hand sewing. Second Friday: Show & Tell - projects that have been done recently. Occasional Speakers & Trunk Shows. All are welcome - first meeting free. For information, call Gert Dussault at 941-833-4477.
Location: Faith Lutheran Church, 4005 Palm Ave, Punta Gorda
Cafe Philo
10:15 am-11:45 am
Cafe Philo10:15 am-11:45 am
The topics of this informal and spontaneous group are wide-ranging, though they usually avoid academic subjects. Topics are scheduled the previous week by a vote of the members. Free. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
Cafe Philo
11:30 am-1:00 pm
Cafe Philo11:30 am-1:00 pm
Discusssion group with topics that tend to be philosophical, dealing with the larger issues of life and the universe, though topics sometimes include pratical realities. Free. Topic: Is the internet changing the way we think? For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Punta Gorda Library, 424 W. Henry St., Punta Gorda
Cafe Socrates
1:30 pm-3:00 pm
Cafe Socrates1:30 pm-3:00 pm
Philosophical discussion group. Free. Topic: What to do in problematic relationships? For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
"Inherit The Wind"
7:30 pm
"Inherit The Wind"7:30 pm
Dramatic production based on the "Scopes Monkey Trial" with debates between Clarence Darrow and William Jennings Bryan. Presented by The Charlotte Players. $15 adult/$8 student/child. For tickets, call 941-625-4175, ext. 220 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mon. to Fri. For information, call Melissa or Sherrie at 941-255-1022 or e-mail charlotteplayers@comcast.net.
Location: Cultural Center of Charlotte County, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte
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Cafe Philo
10:30 am-12:00 pm
Cafe Philo10:30 am-12:00 pm
Discussion Group. Free. Topic: Why do we resist change?. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: South Port Square, Gables East Bldg., 4th Floor, 23023 Westchester Blvd., Port Charlotte
The Writers' Tour of Babcock RanchThe Writers' Tour of Babcock Ranch
The Peace River Center for Writers hosts a trip to Babcock Ranch. The picnic will begin at noon, with an open mic... Hot dogs provided. At 2 p.m, the tour of the backwoods of Babcock aboard swampbuggies beginds. Tickets $25 per person. Call Story Boyleat 941 637-3514
Location: Babcock Wilderness Advertures, 8000 State Road 31, Punta Gorda,
Jacksonville: The First Hollywood
1:00 pm
Jacksonville: The First Hollywood1:00 pm
Free and open to public. The second of a five part series funded by the FL Humanities Council and hosted by the Charlotte County Library System which celebrates the rich contribution and strong tradition of Florida’s visual arts. 2008 Florida Book Award winner for non-fiction Shawn Bean presents a lively and colorful program on how Jacksonville, Florida, not Hollywood, California, served as America’s original filmmaking capitol in the early 20th century. For more information, call 941-613-3166.
Location: Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
Cafe Theo
2:00 pm
Cafe Theo2:00 pm
Discussion group that usually confines its discussions to theological or philosophical matters rather than the immediate events of our time. Free. Topic: Who defines who we are? For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Mid-County Regional Library, Room B., 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
Folk, Flamenco and Foot Taping Jazz at the LibraryFolk, Flamenco and Foot Taping Jazz at the Library
Adam Miller, Legendary foklsingerm, storyteller, guitarist and autoharp virtuoso performs as part of library music series
Location: Mid County Regional Library
"Inherit The Wind"
7:30 pm
"Inherit The Wind"7:30 pm
Dramatic production based on the "Scopes Monkey Trial" with debates between Clarence Darrow and William Jennings Bryan. Presented by The Charlotte Players. $15 adult/$8 student/child. For tickets, call 941-625-4175, ext. 220 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mon. to Fri. For information, call Melissa or Sherrie at 941-255-1022 or e-mail charlotteplayers@comcast.net.
Location: Cultural Center of Charlotte County, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte
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Adam Miller Singing Through History
1:00 pm
Adam Miller Singing Through History1:00 pm
Learn about American folklore & traditions while singing along. Information 941-681-3736
Location: Tringali Community Center
Reception for "Photography" and "Members" Exhibits
2:00 pm
Reception for "Photography" and "Members" Exhibits2:00 pm
Free and open to public. Exhibit continues through Feb. 24. For information, call 941-474-5548 or e-mail eac@ringling.edu.
Location: Englewood Art Center, 350 S. McCall Rd., Englewood
Reception for Dennis Hagerty
2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Reception for Dennis Hagerty2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Members Gallery. Free and open to public. For information, call 941-474-5548 or e-mail eac@ringling.edu. Exhibit continues 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon. to Fri. until Feb. 25.
Location: Englewood Art Center, 350 S. McCall Rd., Englewood
Awards Reception for Photography Exhibit
2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Awards Reception for Photography Exhibit2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Free and open to public. For information, call 941-639-8810 or e-mail vac@daystar.net.
Location: Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St., Punta Gorda
"Inherit The Wind"
2:00 pm
"Inherit The Wind"2:00 pm
Dramatic production based on the "Scopes Monkey Trial" with debates between Clarence Darrow and William Jennings Bryan. Presented by The Charlotte Players. $15 adult/$8 student/child. For tickets, call 941-625-4175, ext. 220 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mon. to Fri. For information, call Melissa or Sherrie at 941-255-1022 or e-mail charlotteplayers@comcast.net.
Location: Cultural Center of Charlotte County, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte
Adam Miller Singing Through History
4:00 pm
Adam Miller Singing Through History4:00 pm
2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd. Port Charlotte, FL. Legendary folksinger, Miller accompanies his songs w/autoharp melodies. Information: 941-613-3166
Location: Mid County Regional Library
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VAC Plein Air Group
9:00 am-12:00 pm
VAC Plein Air Group9:00 am-12:00 pm
This Visual Arts Center group meets at various sites in Punta Gorda and surrounding areas to enjoy painting outside together from October through May. All levels and mediums are welcome. No instruction - no fees. Want to paint too? Come join us! For information, call Clare Harvey at 941-627-2770 or 941-639-8810.
Location: TBA
Readers Theater
9:30 am-11:30 am
Readers Theater9:30 am-11:30 am
Free. A variety of plays and other materials adapted for Reader's Theater format are read and roles rotated to include as many participants as possible. Open to anyone interested in reading or hearing plays in a group setting. For information, call box office at 941-475-6756 or Ann Hanushek at 941-474-9610.
Location: Lemon Bay Playhouse, 96 W. Dearborn St., Englewood
Photo Arts Group
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
Photo Arts Group7:00 pm-9:00 pm
Members meet to exchange ideas, discuss photographic trends, display photographic creations, evaluate presentations in a constructive fashion. For information, call 941-286-4100.
Location: Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St., Punta Gorda
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Charlotte County Woodcarvers Club
8:00 am-12:00 pm
Charlotte County Woodcarvers Club8:00 am-12:00 pm
Weekly meeting. For information, call 941-505-4246 or 941-639-1947.
Location: Punta Gorda Boat Club, 802 W. Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda
Artist of the Month Proclamation
9:00 am
Artist of the Month Proclamation9:00 am
February's Artist of the Month, Henry August, will be honored by the Board of County Commissioners with a Proclamation .For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Charlotte County Administration Building, 18500 Murdock Circle, Port Charlotte
The Poet's Workshop
5:30 pm
The Poet's Workshop5:30 pm
John Pelot, Professor of English at Edison State College, will conduct a discussion about poetry with classic and modern expamples. He will also lead a critique session of participants' own original poems. Send no more than threee pages of poetry to jPelot@edison.edu as a "Word" attachment before the class. For information call 941-637-3514. Sponsored by the Peace River Center for Writers.
Location: Room D-108, Edison Charlotte Campus, 26300 Airport Road, Punta Gorda
2nd Tuesday Film Series
6:00 pm
2nd Tuesday Film Series6:00 pm
Award winning, first run independent & foreign films. Wilby Wonderful, a bittersweet comedy.
Location: Mid County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd. Port Charlotte, FL.
Cafe Philo
7:00 pm
Cafe Philo7:00 pm
Philosophical discussion group. Free. Topic: The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Part II. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Florida Community Bank, 125 Nesbit St., Punta Gorda
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Civil War Perspectives
9:00 am
Civil War Perspectives9:00 am
Special programs & exhibits of the American Civil War.
Location: Mic County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson, Blvd. Port Charlotte, FL
Cafe Philo
3:00 pm-4:30 pm
Cafe Philo3:00 pm-4:30 pm
Philosophical discussion group. Free. Topic: TBA. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Englewood-Charlotte Public Library (Tringali Center) Meeting Room, 3450 N. Access Rd., Englewood
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Pine Needle Weaving Workshop
10:00 am
Pine Needle Weaving Workshop10:00 am
$15 class/$10 supplies. Learn from our skilled instructor how to hand craft unique pine needle baskets. For information, call 941-629-7278.
Location: Charlotte County Historical Center, 22959 Bayshore Rd, Charlotte Harbor
Photo Adventures Camera Club
7:00 pm
Photo Adventures Camera Club7:00 pm
Meeting devoted to all forms of photography. Images shown, techniques discussed, information exchange between all attendees. For information, call Bernie Hynes at 941-627-3832.
Location: Cultural Center of Charlotte County, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte
"Inherit The Wind"
7:30 pm
"Inherit The Wind"7:30 pm
Dramatic production based on the "Scopes Monkey Trial" with debates between Clarence Darrow and William Jennings Bryan. Presented by The Charlotte Players. $15 adult/$8 student/child. For tickets, call 941-625-4175, ext. 220 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mon. to Fri. For information, call Melissa or Sherrie at 941-255-1022 or e-mail charlotteplayers@comcast.net.
Location: Cultural Center of Charlotte County, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte
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Peace River Quilters Guild
10:00 am-2:00 pm
Peace River Quilters Guild10:00 am-2:00 pm
Weekly meeting: hand sewing. Second Friday: Show & Tell - projects that have been done recently. Occasional Speakers & Trunk Shows. All are welcome - first meeting free. For information, call Gert Dussault at 941-833-4477.
Location: Faith Lutheran Church, 4005 Palm Ave, Punta Gorda
Cafe Philo
10:15 am
Cafe Philo10:15 am
The topics of this informal and spontaneous group are wide-ranging, though they usually avoid academic subjects. Topics are scheduled the previous week by a vote of the members. Free. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
Cafe Philo
11:30 am-1:00 pm
Cafe Philo11:30 am-1:00 pm
Discusssion group with topics that tend to be philosophical, dealing with the larger issues of life and the universe, though topics sometimes include pratical realities. Free. Topic: What amendments would you propose to the constitution? For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Punta Gorda Library, 424 W. Henry St., Punta Gorda
Cafe Socrates
1:30 pm-3:00 pm
Cafe Socrates1:30 pm-3:00 pm
Philosophical discussion group. Free. Topic: Nietzsche and the Will to Power. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
"Inherit The Wind"
7:30 pm
"Inherit The Wind"7:30 pm
Dramatic production based on the "Scopes Monkey Trial" with debates between Clarence Darrow and William Jennings Bryan. Presented by The Charlotte Players. $15 adult/$8 student/child. For tickets, call 941-625-4175, ext. 220 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mon. to Fri. For information, call Melissa or Sherrie at 941-255-1022 or e-mail charlotteplayers@comcast.net.
Location: Cultural Center of Charlotte County, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte
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Annual Wood Carving Show
9:00 am-4:00 pm
Annual Wood Carving Show9:00 am-4:00 pm
Presented by the Charlotte County Woodcarvers. Free admission. There will be two vendors at the show. One selling wood for carving projects and some cut outs of various animals; the other vendor will be selling carving tools and associated items to aid the carver with their project. There will be NO food available, but coffee and donuts will be available for a minimum charge. For information, call 941-505-4246 or 941-639-1947.
Location: Punta Gorda Boat Club, 802 W. Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda
Kids Stuff
10:00 am-12:00 pm
Kids Stuff10:00 am-12:00 pm
Free to members and first time guests. If you write for kids and want feedback and networking, join Peace River Center for Writers. For information, call 941-637-3514 or e-mail prcw@edison.edu.
Location: Edison State College, 26300 Airport Rd., Punta Gorda
Cafe Philo
10:30 am-12:00 pm
Cafe Philo10:30 am-12:00 pm
Discussion Group. Free. Topic: Poverty Mentality?. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: South Port Square, Gables East Bldg., 4th Floor, 23023 Westchester Blvd., Port Charlotte
Cafe Theo
2:00 pm
Cafe Theo2:00 pm
Discussion group that usually confines its discussions to theological or philosophical matters rather than the immediate events of our time. Free. Topic: Our unexamined privileges.. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Mid-County Regional Library, Room B, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
"Inherit The Wind"
7:30 pm
"Inherit The Wind"7:30 pm
Dramatic production based on the "Scopes Monkey Trial" with debates between Clarence Darrow and William Jennings Bryan. Presented by The Charlotte Players. $15 adult/$8 student/child. For tickets, call 941-625-4175, ext. 220 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mon. to Fri. For information, call Melissa or Sherrie at 941-255-1022 or e-mail charlotteplayers@comcast.net.
Location: Cultural Center of Charlotte County, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte
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"Inherit The Wind"
2:00 pm
"Inherit The Wind"2:00 pm
Dramatic production based on the "Scopes Monkey Trial" with debates between Clarence Darrow and William Jennings Bryan. Presented by The Charlotte Players. $15 adult/$8 student/child. For tickets, call 941-625-4175, ext. 220 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mon. to Fri. For information, call Melissa or Sherrie at 941-255-1022 or e-mail charlotteplayers@comcast.net.
Location: Cultural Center of Charlotte County, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte
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VAC Plein Air Group
9:00 am-12:00 pm
VAC Plein Air Group9:00 am-12:00 pm
This Visual Arts Center group meets at various sites in Punta Gorda and surrounding areas to enjoy painting outside together from October through May. All levels and mediums are welcome. No instruction - no fees. Want to paint too? Come join us! For information, call Clare Harvey at 941-627-2770 or 941-639-8810.
Location: TBA
Transformation of Panama and the Panama Canal
10:00 am-11:30 am
Transformation of Panama and the Panama Canal10:00 am-11:30 am
$15. The former Chairman of the Panama Canal Commission, Robert McMillan, offers a fascinating look at the history – and future – of Panama and the Panama Canal. Christopher Columbus, gold seekers, Fran’s doomed failure, Teddy Roosevelt and even China will be among the history and topics discussed. Finally, the lecture covers the transformation of Panama during eighteen years of democracy, while looking forward to the future of one of the most important global passages in the world’s economy. For information or to register, call 941-505-0130.
Location: Renaissance Academy, Florida Gulf Coast University, Herald Court Centre, 117 Herald Court #211, Punta Gorda
Open Mic at Fishermen's Village
6:30 pm-8:30 pm
Open Mic at Fishermen's Village6:30 pm-8:30 pm
Presented by Peace River Center for Writers. Free and open to the public. Read or recite poems, essays, short stories, or anything you have written. Singer-songwriters are invited to perform original works. Listeners are welcome too! For information, call 941-637-3514 or e-mail prcw@edison.edu.
Location: Fishermen's Village, Center Court, 1200 W. Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda
Big Band Jazz Night: Terry Myers' Tribute to Benny Goodman
7:00 pm
Big Band Jazz Night: Terry Myers' Tribute to Benny Goodman7:00 pm
Charlotte County Jazz Society presents Terry Myers, born in Richland, Iowa, received his Bachelor's Degree from Drake University and his Master's from the University of Missouri. Terry, who plays reeds, has played in numerous jazz festivals in the US andabroad. His dynamic career has enabled him to appear with Buddy Morrow, Bob Haggart, Warren Vache, Bill Allred, John Allred, Rosemary Clooney, Ira Sullivan and many others. For tickets, call Cultural Center box office at 941-625-4175. For other information, call CCJS Hotline at 941-766-9422 or e-mail czedikc@yahoo.com
Location: Cultural Center of Charlotte County, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte
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Charlotte County Woodcarvers Club
8:00 am-12:00 pm
Charlotte County Woodcarvers Club8:00 am-12:00 pm
Weekly meeting. For information, call 941-505-4246 or 941-639-1947.
Location: Punta Gorda Boat Club, 802 W. Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda
Simply Costa Rica!
10:00 am-11:30 am
Simply Costa Rica!10:00 am-11:30 am
$15. We will discover the value of simplicity in life, by using the Costa Rican culture as a template. Examining life-style influences from the passing of Tiquicia in 1979 to the present, and how they have managed to attract an increasing number of U.S. expats. We will venture into the complex world of a highly diverse environment and discuss Costa Rica’s ability to engender simplicity and perhaps discover a great place to retire. Instructor is Rex Govorchin, who has nearly thirty years working for LatinAmerican governments and who has worked with international airlines in the development and marketing of natural history and cultural resources tourism. For information or to register, call 941-505-0130.
Location: Renaissance Academy, Florida Gulf Coast University, Herald Court Centre, 117 Herald Court #211, Punta Gorda
Writers Tea
1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Writers Tea1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Enter on Olympia Ave. Presented by Peace River Center for Writers. Free to members; guests welcome. Facilitated by Arlene Kincaid and Mary Grace Patterson who states, “Our group is an informal collection of kindred spirits who share writing, and give input if asked and we enjoy a leisurely round of reading, snacks and conversation.” For information, call 941-637-3514 or email prcw@edison.edu.
Location: The Literary Suite,Artisan's Atelier, Herald Court Centre, 117 Herald Court, Punta Gorda
Cafe Philo
7:00 pm
Cafe Philo7:00 pm
Philosophical discussion group. Free. Topic: Foreign Aid. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Florida Community Bank, 125 Nesbit St., Punta Gorda
"Late Night Catechism"
7:30 pm
"Late Night Catechism"7:30 pm
$28. Part catechism class, part stand-up routine, this hilarious interactive comedy, one of the longest running shows in U.S. theater history. For tickets, call Mary at 941-625-4175 ext. 220. For other information, call Melissa or Sherrie at 941-255-1022Mon. to Fri. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. or email charlotteplayers@comcast.net or go to website.
Location: Cultural Center of Charlotte County Theater, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte
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Hola Espanol
9:00 am-10:00 am
Hola Espanol9:00 am-10:00 am
1 to 2:30 p.m. Feb. 16, 23, Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23. $80. Do you want to do something good for your brain and have fun at the same time? Why don’t you take “Hola Espanol,” an interactive Spanish class that is fun, free of stress, homework, grammar, verb conjugation and all those thing that made learning a language. Hola Espanol is for those who want to learn Spanish for their own personal pleasure. Focus is on games, activities, conversation, and exercising communication channels in the brain. Bring a friend and begin to Habla Espanol. Instructor is Ellen Chene, bilingual trainer with a MA in Adult Education and Training and who has lived in Spain, Venezuela, and Mexico. For information or to register, call 941-505-0130.
Location: Renaissance Academy, Florida Gulf Coast university, Herald Court Centre, 117 Herald Court #211, Punta Gorda
Cafe Philo
3:00 pm-4:30 pm
Cafe Philo3:00 pm-4:30 pm
Philosophical discussion group. Free. Topic: TBA. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Englewood-Charlotte Public Library (Tringali Center) Meeting Room, 3450 N. Access Rd., Englewood
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Port Charlotte Doll Club
10:00 am-12:00 pm
Port Charlotte Doll Club10:00 am-12:00 pm
Newcomers welcome. For information, call 941-286-1446.
Location: Cultural Center of Charlotte County, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte
Artist Reception for Pam Eden
5:00 pm-7:00 pm
Artist Reception for Pam Eden5:00 pm-7:00 pm
Meet the artist and view her artwork. Free and open to public. Exhibit runs Feb. 17 to Mar. 5. For information, call 863-494-2100 or e-mail mac.martin@martinrealtyfla.com
Location: Art Gallery @ Martin Realty Fla., 207 E. Magnolia St., Arcadia
Third Thursday Gallery Walk
5:00 pm
Third Thursday Gallery Walk5:00 pm
Free live entertainment, food and drink samplings, art demonstrations and exhibits, health and beauty demonstrations. Free parking. For information, call Jerry Presseller at 941-639-3990.
Location: Downtown Punta Gorda
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Peace River Quilters Guild
10:00 am-2:00 pm
Peace River Quilters Guild10:00 am-2:00 pm
Weekly meeting: hand sewing. Second Friday: Show & Tell - projects that have been done recently. Occasional Speakers & Trunk Shows. All are welcome - first meeting free. For information, call Gert Dussault at 941-833-4477.
Location: Faith Lutheran Church, 4005 Palm Ave, Punta Gorda
Cafe Philo
10:15 am-11:45 am
Cafe Philo10:15 am-11:45 am
The topics of this informal and spontaneous group are wide-ranging, though they usually avoid academic subjects. Topics are scheduled the previous week by a vote of the members. Free. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
Cafe Philo
11:30 am-1:00 pm
Cafe Philo11:30 am-1:00 pm
Discusssion group with topics that tend to be philosophical, dealing with the larger issues of life and the universe, though topics sometimes include pratical realities. Free. Topic: Is water ain an environmental crisis? For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Punta Gorda Library, 424 W. Henry St., Punta Gorda
Cafe Socrates
1:30 pm-3:00 pm
Cafe Socrates1:30 pm-3:00 pm
Philosophical discussion group. Free. Topic: Humanitiy and Energy. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
The 54th Massachusetts
1:30 pm
The 54th Massachusetts1:30 pm
A video presentation of the famous African-American Union troop & it's story. For information call: 941-629-7278
Location: Charlotte County Historical Center
Open Mic at Hava Java
6:30 pm-8:30 pm
Open Mic at Hava Java6:30 pm-8:30 pm
Peace River Center for Writers invites you to join them in a more traditional open mic venue in this cozy environment to share your original works or just listen. Desserts, coffee and sandwiches available. Poets, writers, essayists and songwriters will share their creativity. For information, call 941-637-3514.
Location: Hava Java, 2711 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte
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Train Depot Outdoor Flea Market
8:30 am-2:00 pm
Train Depot Outdoor Flea Market8:30 am-2:00 pm
Free mini flea market to benefit Train Depot. Vendors welcome, call to reserve a space. For information, call Ken at train depot at 941-639-6774.
Location: Punta Gorda Train Depot, Taylor Rd. and Carmalita St., Punta Gorda
Cafe Philo
10:30 am-12:00 pm
Cafe Philo10:30 am-12:00 pm
Discussion Group. Free. Topic: Why do we make excuses? For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: South Port Square, Gables East Bldg., 4th Floor, 23023 Westchester Blvd., Port Charlotte
Workshop: Writing on College Level
11:00 am-1:00 pm
Workshop: Writing on College Level11:00 am-1:00 pm
For information call Story Boyle, Peace River Center for Writers, 637-3514
Location: 26300 Airport Rd. Rm.E-113, Punta Gorda, FL.
Cafe Theo
2:00 pm
Cafe Theo2:00 pm
Discussion group that usually confines its discussions to theological or philosophical matters rather than the immediate events of our time. Free. Topic: Slavery today. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Mid-County Regional Library, Room B, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
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Charlotte County Concert Band
2:00 pm
Charlotte County Concert Band2:00 pm
The Concert Band will perform tunes ranging from Sousa Marches to Broadway Melodies in each afternoon concert. $7 Cultural Center members/$8 non-members. For information and tickets, call 941-625-4175 ext. 221.
Location: Cultural Center of Charlotte County Theater, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte
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 Presidents Day
Student/Teacher Exhibit
9:00 am
Student/Teacher Exhibit9:00 am
May be viewed 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon. to Fri. and 2 to 4 p.m. Sat. Feb. 21 to Mar. 3. Reception 7 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 24. Free and open to public. For information, call 941-639-8810 or e-mail vac@daystar.net
Location: Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St., Punta Gorda
VAC Plein Air Group
9:00 am-12:00 pm
VAC Plein Air Group9:00 am-12:00 pm
This Visual Arts Center group meets at various sites in Punta Gorda and surrounding areas to enjoy painting outside together from October through May. All levels and mediums are welcome. No instruction - no fees. Want to paint too? Come join us! For information, call Clare Harvey at 941-627-2770 or 941-639-8810.
Location: TBA
Florida in the Movies
6:00 pm
Florida in the Movies6:00 pm
Free and open to public. The third of a five part series funded by the FL Humanities Council and hosted by the Charlotte County Library System which celebrates the rich contribution and strong tradition of Florida’s visual arts. University of South Florida History Professor Susan Fernandez discusses and demonstrates how Hollywood filmmakers have presented Florida people, environment and issues during the 20th century. For information, call 941-613-3166.
Location: Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
Swingin' on Mondays
7:00 pm
Swingin' on Mondays7:00 pm
Charlotte County Big Band. For information & tickets call 941-625-4175 ext.221 or go to website.
Location: Cultural Centr of Charlotte County Theater, 2280aron St. Port Charlotte, FL
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Charlotte County Woodcarvers Club
8:00 am-12:00 pm
Charlotte County Woodcarvers Club8:00 am-12:00 pm
Weekly meeting. For information, call 941-505-4246 or 941-639-1947.
Location: Punta Gorda Boat Club, 802 W. Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda
Bruce Shelly CelebratesBruce Shelly Celebrates
Englebert, Sinatra, Bennet & more. For times, information & tickets call 941-625-4175 ext. 221 or visit their website.
Location: Cutural Center of Charlotte County
Cafe Philo
7:00 pm
Cafe Philo7:00 pm
Philosophical discussion group. Free. Topic: What are the functions of capital markets and investment banks in the modern world? For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Florida Community Bank, 125 Nesbit St., Punta Gorda
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The Assassination of JFK - Who, Why, How?
10:00 am-11:30 am
The Assassination of JFK - Who, Why, How?10:00 am-11:30 am
$15. The events surrounding the assassination of President John F. Kennedy will be explored. The question of who wanted JFK dead will e examined and the instructor will recreate that historical day in Dallas. A research copy of the Abraham Zapruder film will be discussed. The who, why and how of the assassination is at the heart of the lecture. Time will be given for Q & A. Instructor, Jack Rabito, is a forty year broadcast news veteran and JFK historian and researcher. Both a movie consultant and author, he has interviewed many of those involved in the events of that infamous day in Dallas. For information or to register, call 941-505-0130.
Location: Renaissance Academy, Florida Gulf Coast University, Herald Court Centre, 117 Herald Court #211, Punta Gorda
Cafe Philo
3:00 pm-4:30 pm
Cafe Philo3:00 pm-4:30 pm
Philosophical discussion group. Free. Topic: TBA. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Englewood-Charlotte Public Library (Tringali Center) Meeting Room, 3450 N. Access Rd., Englewood
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Awards Reception for VAC Student/Teacher Exhibit
9:00 am
Awards Reception for VAC Student/Teacher Exhibit9:00 am
Free and open to public. For information, call 941-639-8810 or e-mail vac@daystar.net.
Location: Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St., Punta Gorda
Book Discussion
4:00 pm
Book Discussion4:00 pm
Come prepared to discuss the chosen title of the month. For information call: 833-5460
Location: Punta Gorda Library, 424 W. Henry St., Punta Gorda, FL.
Photo Adventures Camera Club
7:00 pm
Photo Adventures Camera Club7:00 pm
Meeting devoted to all forms of photography. Images shown, techniques discussed, information exchange between all attendees. For information, call Bernie Hynes at 941-627-3832.
Location: Cultural Center of Charlotte County, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte
"The Phantom of The Opera"
7:30 pm
"The Phantom of The Opera"7:30 pm
Presented by Lemon Bay High School Theatre students. $20 adults, $15 balcony seating, $10 students and children. Tickets on sale online only at www.lbhstheatre.com. Tickets may be purchased starting Feb. 7 at box office Mon. to Fri. 10 a.m. to noon. For information, call 941-473-0952.
Location: Lemon Bay Performing Arts Center, Lemon Bay High School, 2201 Placida Rd., Englewood
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"Birds of A Feather" Peace River Quilters Guild Quilt Show
9:00 am-5:00 pm
"Birds of A Feather" Peace River Quilters Guild Quilt Show9:00 am-5:00 pm
This judged show has over 275 quilts, Boutique, Silent Auction, Vendors, Demonstrations, Raffle Quilt "Birds of a Feather." Busses welcome. Contact us ahead of time. Wheel chair accessible. $7 admission. For pre-admission tickets, call Beverly Mesler at 941-505-4135. For other information, call Gert Dussault at 941-833-4477.
Location: Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center, 75 Taylor St., Punta Gorda
Elks Benefit ShowElks Benefit Show
Memories & Dreams V, call 941-625-4175 ext. 221 or go to their website.
Location: Cultural Center of Charlotte County, 2280 Aaron St. Port Charlotte, FL.
Cafe Philo
10:15 am-11:45 am
Cafe Philo10:15 am-11:45 am
The topics of this informal and spontaneous group are wide-ranging, though they usually avoid academic subjects. Topics are scheduled the previous week by a vote of the members. Free. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
Cafe Philo
11:30 am-1:00 pm
Cafe Philo11:30 am-1:00 pm
Discusssion group with topics that tend to be philosophical, dealing with the larger issues of life and the universe, though topics sometimes include pratical realities. Free. Topic: Is America on the decline? For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Punta Gorda Library, 424 W. Henry St., Punta Gorda
Cafe Socrates
1:30 pm-3:00 pm
Cafe Socrates1:30 pm-3:00 pm
.Philosophical discussion group. Free. Topic: No Meeting.. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
"The Phantom of The Opera"
7:30 pm
"The Phantom of The Opera"7:30 pm
Presented by Lemon Bay High School Theatre students. $20 adults, $15 balcony seating, $10 students and children. Tickets on sale online only at www.lbhstheatre.com. Tickets may be purchased starting Feb. 7 at box office Mon. to Fri. 10 a.m. to noon. For information, call 941-473-0952.
Location: Lemon Bay Performing Arts Center, Lemon Bay High School, 2201 Placida Rd., Englewood
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"Birds of A Feather" Peace River Quilters Guild Quilt Show
9:00 am-4:00 pm
Cafe Philo
10:30 am-12:00 pm
Crafting Memories Workshop
11:00 am-12:00 pm
Cafe Theo
2:00 pm
Second Annual "Palette to Palate-A Dinner with An Artist"
6:00 pm
"The Phantom of The Opera"
7:30 pm
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Jazz Jam
1:00 pm-4:00 pm
"The Phantom of The Opera"
3:00 pm
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"Spring Fling" Exhibit
9:00 am
"Ageless Creativity" Exhibit
9:00 am
VAC Plein Air Group
9:00 am-12:00 pm
Book Discussion
Critique Circle
6:00 pm-8:00 pm
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