March 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
Art Exhibit-Florida Artists
10:00 am
Art Exhibit-Florida Artists10:00 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
Cafe Philo
7:00 pm
Cafe Philo7:00 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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Drawing II - Landscapes
9:00 am-11:00 am
Drawing II - Landscapes9:00 am-11:00 am
Drawing II - Landscapes. 9 to 11 a.m. Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 at The Renaissance Academy of Florida Gulf Coast University, Herald Court Centre, 117 Herald Court #211, Punta Gorda. $60. Instructor Jill Park will guide students through a five-week exploration of drawing landscapes (gardens, forests, seashores, or pastures) using magazine pictures or photographs. Working with natural settings as subjects, Jill will walk her students through creating interest in a drawing by subduing elements around a center of focus. In addition, students will elarn how to create texture “that will indicate a tree trunk or stone wall.” 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
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
Belly Dance Your Way to Fitness
6:30 pm-7:30 pm
Belly Dance Your Way to Fitness6:30 pm-7:30 pm
6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 and Apr. 6, 16, 20. $80. Looking for a fun, low impact way to stay fit? Join us for these weekly one-hour classes. Each session begins with gentle yoga stretches followed by basic belly dancing movements that combine to provide a mild aerobic workout. The course uses ethnic music from around the world and includes instruction on the history and origins of the dance movements. You only need to wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a smile. Instructor: Juanita Whitaker. 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
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Field Trip to Peace River Wildlife Center
1:00 pm-2:30 pm
Field Trip to Peace River Wildlife Center1:00 pm-2:30 pm
$15. What happens to injured native Florida wildlife? Learn about their rehabilitation process at the Peace River Wildlife Center leading to their release back into the wild or their welcome into their “forever home” at the Center when not releasable. Share an interactive, informational experience with our permanent residents (hawks, eagles, owls, vultures, pelicans, cranes, shorebirds, songbirds, flying squirrels, raccoons and more). Learn how humans impact native wildlife populations. We will convene at the Center, 3400 Ponce de Leon Parkway, Punta Gorda to meet our tour guide. Class size is limited to 12 participants. The instructor will be by members of the Center who have decades of environmental experience with native Florida birds and mammals as well as with the Center. For information or to register, call 941-505-0130.
Location: Peace River Wildlife Center, 3400 Ponce de Leon Pkwy, Punta Gorda
Charlotte Players Membership Business Meeting
6:00 pm
Charlotte Players Membership Business Meeting6:00 pm
General Membership Business Meeting open to members and their guests.6 p.m. refreshments; 7 p.m. meeting. For information, call Melissa or Sherrie at 941-255-1022 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mon. to Fri. or e-mail to charlotteplayers@comcast.net.
Location: Charlotte Players Community Theater Center, 1182 Market Circle, Port Charlotte
Peace River Woodturners Demonstration Meeting
6:30 pm-9:30 pm
Peace River Woodturners Demonstration Meeting6:30 pm-9:30 pm
Monthly woodturning demonstration meeting featuring a hands-on session in “Rose Engine Ornamental Lathes.” 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 941-743-5
Location: Cultural Center of Charlotte County, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte
"The Phantom of The Opera"
7:30 pm-10:00 am
"The Phantom of The Opera"7:30 pm-10:00 am
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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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 Dr., 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: 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 Socrates1:30 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
Dancing With The Charlotte Stars
6:00 pm
Dancing With The Charlotte Stars6:00 pm
Arts & Humanities Council’s annual fundraiser. Local celebrities compete for the Silver Ball. Competing are Teri Ashley, Stacy Calvino, Jimmy Dean, Cecy Glenn, Nick Nemec and Todd Rebol. Tickets will go on sale in January. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Charlotte Harbor Event and Convention Center, 75 Taylor St., Punta Gorda
"The Phantom of The Opera"
7:30 pm-10:00 am
"The Phantom of The Opera"7:30 pm-10:00 am
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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Cafe Philo
10:30 am-12:00 pm
Cafe Philo10:30 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 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: TBA. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Mid-County Regional Library, Room B, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
"The Phantom of The Opera"
7:30 pm-10:00 am
"The Phantom of The Opera"7:30 pm-10:00 am
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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"The Phantom of The Opera"
3:00 pm
"The Phantom of The Opera"3:00 pm
Presented by the 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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Sculpture Exhibit
9:00 am
Sculpture Exhibit9:00 am
May be viewed 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon. to Fri. and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sat. Mar. 7 to Mar. 31. Awards Reception from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Thurs., Mar. 10. For informaltion, 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
"One Person Show" with Artist Guy LaBree
9:00 am
"One Person Show" with Artist Guy LaBree9:00 am
Visit this Florida artist's show. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon. to Fri. and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mon. Mar 7 to Mar 30. For information, call 941-639-8810 or e-mail vac@daystar.net.
Location: Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St., Punta Gorda
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
Marchr'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
Flute History and Power of Music
1:00 pm-2:30 pm
Flute History and Power of Music1:00 pm-2:30 pm
$15. Take a seat and enjoy Kat Epple, an Emmy Award-winning, Grammy-nominated flutist and composer. Enjoy music from her 23 internationally released music albums and see some flutes she has collected from her extensive travels. She will talk about how music influences us in our daily lives. 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
7:00 pm
Cafe Philo7:00 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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Islam, Religion and A Way of Life
1:30 pm-3:30 pm
Islam, Religion and A Way of Life1:30 pm-3:30 pm
1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Mar. 9, 16, 23, 30. $50. Islam as a belief system and a way of life will be the subject of this course. A scholarly, fact-based dialog will cover the ideological foundations of Islam, the application of Islam in daily life, the Prophetsof the Qur’an, Jesus (PBUH) and Mary as viewed by Islam, immortality and salvation concepts, the status of women, holy war, the various sects of Islam and much more. Interactive and open class discussions will be central to this course. Instructor is Dr. Elrefai who graduated from Ohio State University in Columbus, OH with an MS and PhD in Engineering. 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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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
Better Digital Photography
10:00 am-12:00 pm
Better Digital Photography10:00 am-12:00 pm
10 a.m. to noon Mar. 10, 17, 24, 31. $50. Home computers and digital cameras have completely changed how both professional and amateur photographers can capture and process very good images. Students will learn how to use these tools, the basics of digital photography, the variances of lighting, both natural and artificial, and elements of good composition. Also, discover how to make sound digital camera purchases. At course completion, students will have the knowledge and confidence to capture good and satisfying images. Instructor, Chuck Crafton, is a longtime photographer and instructor with over sixty years of experience with various cameras and darkroom experience. 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
Jump at the Sun: Zora Neale Hurston Documentary
6:00 pm
Jump at the Sun: Zora Neale Hurston Documentary6:00 pm
Free and open to public. The fourth 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. Florida documentarian Kristy Andersen presents Jump at the Sun, a documentary film on writer and queen of the Harlem Renaissance Zora Neale Hurston who grew up in Eatonville, Florida. Jump at the Sun was broadcast on PBS’ American Experience. Andersen will also discuss how Florida as a place influences her work as a documentarian. For information, call 941-613-3166.
Location: Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
Ballroom Dance II: Rhumba
6:30 pm-8:00 pm
Ballroom Dance II: Rhumba6:30 pm-8:00 pm
6:30 to 8 p.m. Mar. 10, 17, 24, 31 and Apr. 7, 14. $68. Welcome to the world of the romantic Rhumba. Come and join us in learning this wonderful, slow, and rhythmic Latin dance. We will learn all of the beginning steps along with styling and techniques that are required for such a beautiful dance. No experience is needed. Couples and singles are welcome. All you have to bring is a smile, and a pair of comfortable dancing shoes. See you on the dance floor! Instructor, Dr. John La Coste, is a USA Dance ballroom dance instructor with 21 years of dance instruction experience. 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
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
Reception for Sculpture Exhibit
7:00 pm-8:30 pm
Reception for Sculpture Exhibit7:00 pm-8:30 pm
Awards presentation. Free and open to public.
Location: Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St., 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 Dr., Punta Gorda
March Madness Courtyard Sale at Sea Grape Gallery
10:00 am
March Madness Courtyard Sale at Sea Grape Gallery10:00 am
Our artists have gone mad and reduced prices to make room for next season's art. Great values on paintings, ceramics, jewelry, wood and much more. Sale continues inside gallery through Mar. 20. For information, call 941-575-1718.
Location: Sea Grape Gallery, 113 W. Marion 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: 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 Socrates1:30 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
Reception for Cowboy Artists Association of Florida
5:00 pm-8:00 pm
Reception for Cowboy Artists Association of Florida5:00 pm-8:00 pm
View this special exhibit which runs Mar. 11 to Apr. 22. Free and open to public. For information, call 863-494-2100 or e-mail mac.martin@martinrealtyfla.com.
Location: Art Gallery @ Martin Realty Fla., 207 E. Magnolia, Arcadia
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Kids Stuff
10:00 am-12:00 pm
Kids Stuff10:00 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
March Madness Courtyard Sale at Sea Grape Gallery
10:00 am
March Madness Courtyard Sale at Sea Grape Gallery10:00 am
Our artists have gone mad and reduced prices to make room for next season's art. Great values on paintings, ceramics, jewelry, wood and much more. Sale continues inside gallery through Mar. 20. For information, call 941-575-1718.
Location: Sea Grape Gallery, 113 W. Marion Ave., Punta gorda.
Cafe Philo
10:30 am-11:00 am
Cafe Philo10:30 am-11:00 am
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 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: TBA. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Mid-County Regional Library, Room B, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
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Reception for "Ageless Creativity" & "Spring Fling" Exhibits
2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Reception for "Ageless Creativity" & "Spring Fling" Exhibits2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Free and open to public. Group show highlighting creativity at any age continues 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon. to Fri. until Mar. 13. Spring Fling exhibit with members, students and instructors from Englewood Art Center, Longboat Key Art Center and Ringling College Continuing Studies let their art “bloom” with the season continues through Apr. 15. For information, call 941-474-5548 or e-mail eac@ringling.edu or go to website.
Location: Englewood Art Center, 350 S. McCall Rd., Englewood
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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
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
Dixieland Jazz Night: Bob Leary and Sextet
7:00 pm
Dixieland Jazz Night: Bob Leary and Sextet7:00 pm
$15. Charlotte County Jazz Society presents Bob Leary who has been a Banjo King on Main Street at Disney World, a band leader and performer at Rosie O’Grady’s in Orlando and a featured act and bandleader on the Mississippi Queen and the American Queen steamboats on the Mississippi River. He also plays guitar and uke, and sings. For tickets, call Cultural Center box office at 941-625-4175. For information, call CCJS hotline at 941-766-9422 or email czedikc@yahoo.com or go to website.
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
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: 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 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
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 Dr., 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: 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 Socrates1:30 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
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 Fleas Market
8:30 am-2:00 pm
Train Depot Outdoor Fleas 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 Depot, Taylor Rd. and Carmalita St., Punta Gorda
Peace River National Art Festival
10:00 am-5:00 pm
Peace River National Art Festival10:00 am-5:00 pm
The outdoor art festival of the year in all of Charlotte County. The area alongside Laishley Park is one of the most attractive locations for an art festival anywhere in the state. The festival features artists from all over the country, onsite food and beverages, a children's play area and live entertainment. For information, call 941-639-8810.
Location: Laishley Park, Punta Gorda
Cafe Philo
10:30 am-12:00 pm
Cafe Philo10:30 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 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: TBA. For information, call 941-764-8100.
Location: Mid-County Regional Library, Room B, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte
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Peace River National Art Festival
10:00 am-5:00 pm
Peace River National Art Festival10:00 am-5:00 pm
The outdoor art festival of the year in all of Charlotte County. The area alongside Laishley Park is one of the most attractive locations for an art festival anywhere in the state. The festival features artists from all over the country, onsite food and beverages, a children's play area and live entertainment. For information, call 941-639-8810.
Location: Laishley Park, Punta Gorda
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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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
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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
Cafe Philo
7:00 pm
Cafe Philo7:00 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 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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An Evening With Mark Twain
6:00 pm
An Evening With Mark Twain6:00 pm
$35. Fundraiser presented by the Punta Gorda Historic Mural Society. A One Man Show featuring Ned Johnson of St. Petersburg College. Proceeds will be used to recreate “The Hotel Charlotte Mural” lost in Hurricane Charley and other murals in Downtown Punta Gorda. For information, call 941-575-0785.
Location: Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center, 75 Taylor St., Punta Gorda
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
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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 Dr., 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 Forest 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: 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 Socrates1:30 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
"Oh, Mama! No, Papa!"
7:30 pm
"Oh, Mama! No, Papa!"7:30 pm
“Oh, Mama! No, Papa!” 7:30 p.m. Mar. 25-27, 31, Apr. 1 and 2 and at 2 p.m. Mar. 27 at Cultural Center of Charlotte County Theater, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte. $15 adult; $8 student/child. Hilarious comedic farce about two seniors who fall in love and their children disapprove. Mayhem ensues. For tickets, call Cultural Center at 941-625-4175, ext. 220 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mon. to Fri. For other information, call Melissa or Sherrie from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mon. to Fri. at 941-255-1022 or email charlotteplayers@comcast.net or go to website at www.charlotteplayers.org.
Location: Cultural Center of Charlotte County, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte
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Cafe Philo
10:30 am-12:00 pm
Cafe Theo
2:00 pm
"Oh, Mama! No, Papa!"
7:30 pm
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Auditions for "Laughter on the 23rd Floor"
9:00 am
Jazz Jam
1:00 pm-4:00 pm
"Oh, Mama! No, Papa!"
2:00 pm
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VAC Plein Air Group
9:00 am-12:00 pm
Auditions for "Laughter on the 23rd Floor"
9:00 am
Critique Circle
6:00 pm-8:00 pm
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Charlotte County Woodcarvers Club
8:00 am-12:00 pm
Florida Community Bank
7:00 pm
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Cafe Philo
3:00 pm-4:30 pm
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"Oh, Mama! No, Papa!"
7:30 pm
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