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June 2011
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Pine Needle Weaving Workshop
10:00 am
Pine Needle Weaving Workshop
10:00 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
Art Exhibit-Florida Artists
10:00 am
Art Exhibit-Florida Artists
10:00 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:  207 E. Magnolia St., Arcadia
Cafe Philo
3:00 pm-4:30 pm
Cafe Philo
3:00 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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Peace River Woodturners Demonstration Meeting
6:30 pm-9:00 pm
Peace River Woodturners Demonstration Meeting
6:30 pm-9:00 pm


Monthly woodturning meeting featuring a hands-on session in “Bullet Pens.” Brief informational business meeting, followed by Show ‘n’ Tell lby 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, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte

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Peace River Quilters Guild
10:00 am-2:00 pm
Peace River Quilters Guild
10:00 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 Dr., Punta Gorda
Cafe Philo
10:15 am-11:45 am
Cafe Philo
10:15 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 Philo
11:30 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: TBA. 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 Socrates
1:30 pm-3:00 pm


Philosophical discussion group. Free. Topic: TBA. For information, call 941-764-8100.

Location:  Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
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Cafe Philo
10:30 am-12:00 pm
Cafe Philo
10:30 am-12:00 pm


Discussion Group. Free. Topic: TBA. 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 Theo
2:00 pm


Discussion group that usually confines its discussions to theological or philosophical matters rather than the immediate events of our time. Free. Topic: TBA. For information, call 941-764-8100.

Location:  Mid-County Regional Library, Room B, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
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VAC Plein Air Group
9:00 am-12:00 pm
VAC Plein Air Group
9:00 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 Theater
9:30 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 Group
7:00 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 Club
8:00 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
Cafe Philo
7:00 pm
Cafe Philo
7:00 pm


Philosophical discussion group. Free. Topic: TBA. For information, call 941-764-8100.

Location:  Florida Community Bank, 125 Nesbit St., Punta Gorda
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Cafe Philo
3:00 pm-4:30 pm
Cafe Philo
3:00 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 Workshop
10:00 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 Club
7:00 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
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Peace River Quilters Guild
10:00 am-2:00 pm
Peace River Quilters Guild
10:00 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 Dr., Punta Gorda
Cafe Philo
10:15 am-11:45 am
Cafe Philo
10:15 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 Philo
11:30 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: TBA. 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 Socrates
1:30 pm-3:00 pm


Philosophical discussion group. Free. Topic: TBA. For information, call 941-764-8100.

Location:  Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
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Kids Stuff
10:00 am-12:00 pm
Kids Stuff
10:00 am-12:00 pm


If you have an interest in writing Children's Literature, Peace River Center for Writers has the group for you. Join fellow members to swap ideas and receive feedback about your writing. 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 Philo
10:30 am-12:00 pm


Discussion Group. Free. Topic: TBA. 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 Theo
2:00 pm


Discussion group that usually confines its discussions to theological or philosophical matters rather than the immediate events of our time. Free. Topic: TBA. For information, call 941-764-8100.

Location:  Mid-County Regional Library, Room B, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
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VAC Plein Air Group
9:00 am-12:00 pm
VAC Plein Air Group
9:00 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
Open Mic at Fishermen's Village
6:30 pm-8:30 pm
Open Mic at Fishermen's Village
6:30 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 Stage, 1200 W. Retta Esplanade, Punta gorda
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Charlotte County Woodcarvers Club
8:00 am-12:00 pm
Charlotte County Woodcarvers Club
8:00 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 Proclamation
9:00 am


June's Artist of the Month will be honored by the Board of County Commissioners with a Proclamation recognizing them as the December 2010 Artist of the Month. For information, call 941-764-8100.

Location:  Charlotte County Administration Building, 18500 Murdock Circle, Port Charlotte
Cafe Philo
7:00 pm
Cafe Philo
7:00 pm


Philosophical discussion group. Free. Topic: TBA. For information, call 941-764-8100.

Location:  Florida Community Bank, 125 Nesbit St., Punta Gorda
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Cafe Philo
3:00 pm-4:30 pm
Cafe Philo
3:00 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 Club
10:00 am-12:00 pm


Newcomers welcome. For information, call 941-286-1446.

Location:  Cultural Center of Charlotte County, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte
Third Thursday Gallery Walk
5:00 pm
Third Thursday Gallery Walk
5:00 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 Guild
10:00 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 Dr., Punta Gorda
Cafe Philo
11:30 am-1:00 pm
Cafe Philo
11:30 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: TBA. 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 Socrates
1:30 pm-3:00 pm


Philosophical discussion group. Free. Topic: TBA. For information, call 941-764-8100.

Location:  Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
Cafe Philo
3:00 pm-11:45 am
Cafe Philo
3:00 pm-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
Open Mic at Hava Java
6:30 pm-8:30 pm
Open Mic at Hava Java
6:30 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 Market
8:30 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. & Carmalita St., Punta Gorda
Cafe Philo
10:30 am-12:00 pm
Cafe Philo
10:30 am-12:00 pm


Discussion Group. Free. Topic: TBA. 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 Theo
2:00 pm


Discussion group that usually confines its discussions to theological or philosophical matters rather than the immediate events of our time. Free. Topic: TBA. For information, call 941-764-8100.

Location:  Mid-County Regional Library, Room B, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
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VAC Plein Air Group
9:00 am-12:00 pm
VAC Plein Air Group
9:00 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

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Charlotte County Woodcarvers Club
8:00 am-12:00 pm
Charlotte County Woodcarvers Club
8:00 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
Writers Tea
1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Writers Tea
1:00 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, Hearld Court Centre, 117 Herald Court, Punta Gorda
Cafe Philo
7:00 pm
Cafe Philo
7:00 pm


Philosophical discussion group. Free. Topic: TBA. For information, call 941-764-8100.

Location:  Florida Community Bank, 125 Nesbit St., Punta Gorda
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Cafe Philo
3:00 pm-4:30 pm
Cafe Philo
3:00 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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Photo Adventures Camera Club
7:00 pm
Photo Adventures Camera Club
7:00 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

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Peace River Quilters Guild
10:00 am-2:00 pm
Peace River Quilters Guild
10:00 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 Dr., Punta Gorda
Cafe Philo
10:15 am-11:45 am
Cafe Philo
10:15 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
Cafe Philo
11:30 am


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: TBA. 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 Socrates
1:30 pm-3:00 pm


Philosophical discussion group. Free. Topic: TBA. For information, call 941-764-8100.

Location:  Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
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Cafe Philo
10:30 am-12:00 pm
Cafe Philo
10:30 am-12:00 pm


Discussion Group. Free. Topic: TBA. 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 Theo
2:00 pm


Discussion group that usually confines its discussions to theological or philosophical matters rather than the immediate events of our time. Free. Topic: TBA. For information, call 941-764-8100.

Location:  Mid-County Regional Library, Room B, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
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VAC Plein Air Group
9:00 am-12:00 pm
VAC Plein Air Group
9:00 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
Critique Circle
6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Critique Circle
6:00 pm-8:00 pm


Peace River Center for Writers presents Shirley George who will facilitate a Critique Circle for Center members. A great chance to get some feedback on your work. For information, call 941-637-3514 or e-mail prcw@edison.edu.

Location:  Edison State College, 26300 Airport Rd., Punta Gorda
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Charlotte County Woodcarvers Club
8:00 am-12:00 pm
Charlotte County Woodcarvers Club
8:00 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
Cafe Philo
7:00 pm
Cafe Philo
7:00 pm


Philosophical discussion group. Free. Topic: TBA. For information, call 941-764-8100.

Location:  Florida Community Bank, 125 Nesbit St., Punta Gorda
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Cafe Philo
3:00 pm-4:39 pm
Cafe Philo
3:00 pm-4:39 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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