THE TO-DO LIST

January

To have an event considered for the Calendar, send a short text description along with a color photo (if available) 60 days in advance of event to: calendar@akersmediagroup.com or Lake & Sumter Style Calendar, P.O. Box 490088, Leesburg, FL 34749 FL 34749

EVENTS

JANUARY 4

ROCK INTO 2014 Rock into 2014 with the sounds of Big Engine. Music starts at 10a.m. at Gator Harley-Davidson in Leesburg with Shaky Puddin’ Band. Free event t-shirts to the first 100 guests. Play fun games for prizes. CONTACT: 352.787.8050

JANUARY 4–5

DADE BATTLEFIELD REENACTMENT Every January under the oaks of Dade Battlefield State Park, history lovers gather to commemorate the battle that started the Second Seminole War. The 80-acre park protects not only a historic battlefield, but also the natural communities as they existed during the war. Event includes battle reenactment at 2p.m., period soldiers, Seminole and civilian camps, trade fair, historic arts and crafts demonstrations, full-scale cannon firing, musket shooting, tomahawk throwing, and primitive archery. From 9a.m. to 5p.m. Fees are $5 per person; children under 6 enter free. Parking is $3 for each vehicle. CONTACT: 352.793.4781

JANUARY 4–5

THE VILLAGES RENAISSANCE FAIRE The Villages polo grounds will transform into the “Village of Hopewell,” where jesters and musicians will stroll the old English town from 10a.m. to 6p.m. both days. Renaissance foods, garb, and wares will be available for sale. Costumed attendees are encouraged. The event will benefit Buffalo P.R.I.D.E. at the Villages Charter School. Cost: $10, adults; $7 seniors; $5 children ages 4-16. Free for children under 3. CONTACT: 352.750.5411

JANUARY 27

TASTE OF NORTH LAKE COUNTY Restaurants in Umatilla and the entire North Lake area will offer “tastes” of their favorite menu items as well as new items. From 5 to 8p.m at the Florida Elks Youth Camp pavilion, 24175 S.E. Highway 450, Umatilla. Advance tickets: $15 per person; $25 a couple. Tickets are available at the Umatilla Chamber of Commerce, Olde Mill Stream RV Resort, and United Southern Bank. CONTACT: 352.669.3511

JANUARY 24

THE 2014 TASTE OF WELLNESS A ticket to this third annual event gives attendees the opportunity to win many fun door prizes, as well as enjoy lots of great food, drinks, and entertainment. Visit with many health and wellness vendors. All proceeds benefit World Wellness Education, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. From 4 to 7p.m. at the Leesburg Community Center, 109 E. Dixie Ave. CONTACT: Jean Sumner at 352.459.1655

JANUARY 26–27 AGRITUNITY

This conference and trade show provides opportunities for farmers, ranchers, and people interested in agriculture to learn, network, meet suppliers, and explore the possibilities of starting or changing an agricultural operation. The trade show will include farm suppliers, as well as large equipment and livestock displays. Location: Sumter County Fairgrounds, 7620 State Road 471, in Webster.

CONTACT: 352.793.2728

JANUARY 30

MARDI GRAS KICK OFF The Mardi Gras Mixers are fun-filled evenings as rival contestants vie for your votes to be crowned Mardi Gras King Rex and Queen Divine by showcasing their talents. Full cash bar, disc jockey, dancing, and great food! All of the mixers are held at the Leesburg Center for the Arts. Open to the public 21 years old and up with a $5 cover charge. CONTACT: www.leesburgmardigras.com

MUSIC+THEATRE MUSIC+THEATRE

JANUARY 3–5

NASHVILLE HURRICANE From the creators of the smash hit “6 Guitars” comes another multi-character guitar-slinging show. Four characters tell their funny and frank versions of how a legendary guitar prodigy arose from nothing, conquered everything, and then vanished without a trace. Cost: $15. Bay Street Players at the Historic State Theatre. 109 N. Bay St., Eustis CONTACT: 352.357.7777

JANUARY 11

SANDY SHUGART IN CONCERT The multi-talented president of Valencia College appears on the Garden Theatre stage once again with his folk-influenced, laid-back sound. Concert begins at 8p.m. at Garden Theatre, 160 W. Plant Street, Winter Garden. Tickets: $25 ($15 with Valencia ID). CONTACT: 407.877.4736 or www.gardentheatre.org

JANUARY 11–12

SIMPLY SINATRA “Simply Sinatra” is a walk down memory lane celebrating the music of Old Blue Eyes. Steve Lippia’s youthful, energetic talent and powerful show creates a perfect blend of classic with today. His show introduces a new generation to this timeless music, while appealing to longtime listeners. The cost is $22 and includes showings at 2 and 7p.m. at Lake-Sumter State College’s Paul P. Williams Fine Arts Auditorium. CONTACT: 352.365.3506

JANUARY 17—FEBRUARY 9

MAN OF LA MANCHA This musical version of (Don Quixote) is framed by an incident allegedly from the life of its author, Miguel de Cervantes. Don Quixote is the mad, aging nobleman who embarrasses his respectable family by his adventures. Backed by his faithful sidekick Sancho Panza, he duels windmills and defends his perfect lady Dulcinea. Moonlight Players Warehouse Theatre, 732 B W. Montrose St., Clermont. CONTACT: 352.319.1116

JANUARY 17–FEBRUARY 2

SIX DANCE LESSONS IN SIX WEEKS This two-character comedy opens as an aging but still formidable woman hires an acerbic dance instructor to give her lessons in St. Petersburg Beach. Antagonism between a gay man and the widow of a Southern Baptist minister gives way to profound compatibility as they share more than dance steps. Melon Patch Theatre is located in Leesburg, 311 N. 13th St. CONTACT: 352.787.3013 or info@melonpatch.org

JANUARY 24–FEBRUARY16

SMOKEY JOE’S CAFE A smokin’ musical revue featuring hit songs of the 1950s and 1960s, including “On Broadway,”

EDITOR’S

PICK

“Stand By Me,” “Kansas City,” “Love Potion #9,” “Poison Ivy,” “Charlie Brown,” “Young Blood,” “Searchin’,” “Spanish Harlem,” “Hound Dog,” “Jailhouse Rock,” and “I’m a W.O.M.A.N.” This show is guaranteed to be the season’s hottest ticket! The Sonnentag Theatre at the IceHouse, 1100 N. Unser Street, Mount Dora. CONTACT: 352.383.3133, jean@icehousetheatre.com, or www.icehousetheatre.com

JANUARY 31–FEBRUARY 23

DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS The Broadway musical based on the 1988 film features two fraudsters in the French Riviera. They cross paths and realize the town isn’t big enough for the both of them. A challenge is made: the first to successfully swindle a young woman will stay; the other must hit the road. These con men end up with much more than they bargained for in this hilarious musical. Tickets: $29 ($25 students/seniors). Garden Theatre, 160 W. Plant Street, Winter Garden. CONTACT: 407.877.4736 or www.gardentheatre.org

JANUARY 31–FEBRUARY 23

THE DROWSY CHAPERONE A musical is a parody of American musical comedies of the 1920s. The story concerns a middle-aged, asocial musical theatre fan. As he plays the record of his favorite musical, the show comes to life onstage. Bay Street Players at the Historic State Theatre, 109 N. Bay St., Eustis. CONTACT: 352.357.777

JANUARY 18

SWEET TREATS FOR A CAUSE

In addition to a total shopping experience and sweet treats, attendees will enjoy a fashion show consisting of 40 community leaders. The male and female models will don clothing apparel donated by local companies such as Haley’s Comet Clothing, Frugals Vintage Boutique & Salon , Another Look Consignment Boutique, and Trueman’s Fine Men’s Clothing. Funds will benefi t the Educational Foundation of Lake County, which is the fi scal agent that disperses the funds to the high school students.

CONTACT: HALEYGERIG@HOTMAIL.COM

FESTIVALS/FAIRS FESTIVALS/FAIRS

JANUARY 23–26

STARLITE FILM FESTIVAL This annual festival celebrates the imagination and entrepreneurial spirit of microbudget films and their creators. Microbudget is defined as feature-length films made for less than $200,000. Garden Theatre, 160 W. Plant Street, Winter Garden. CONTACT: starlitefilmfest. com or starlite.filmfest@ gardentheatre.org

FEBRUARY 8

FOX RUN FAIR The biggest attraction will be a huge white elephant sale with unsold items going to charity. Check out the new and used items for sale, including original artwork and crafts, plants, jewelry, books, puzzles, and home-baked goods. Location: 440 Fox Run Blvd., Tavares. CONTACT: Eileen Brey at 352.343.4152 or Barb Graff at 352.552.3328

ART/HISTORY ART/HISTORY EXHIBITS EXHIBITS

DECEMBER 6–JANUARY 12

FLORIDA WOMEN’S ARTS ASSOCIATION JURIED EXHIBITION Lake Eustis Museum of Art is hosting the Florida Women’s Arts Assocation’s annual juried exhibition. Artists include Linda Amundsen, Joan Baliker, Helen Curry Benet, Sheila Blow, Kay Botet, Fran Carson, Marilyn Catlow, Mindy Colton, Charlene Edwards, Jennifer Kirton, Ginger Roberts, Katty Smith, Chris Coad Taylor, and Lillian Verkins. Location: 1 W. Orange Ave., Eustis. Admission: $5 donation ($3 for seniors and students). CONTACT: 352.483.2900

FEBRUARY 1–2

39TH ANNUAL MOUNT DORA ARTS FESTIVAL

This free event in historic downtown Mount Dora is a premier Central Florida event that adds to the town’s artsy reputation. The juried artists are awarded cash prizes totaling $21,000. Talented musicians will entertain the audience at the Donnelly Park Stage from 11a.m. to 5p.m. both days, and the food courts have an array of delectable treats.

CONTACT: BETH 352.383.0880

JANUARY 10–MARCH 2

‘BIG BAD WAX’ NATIONAL JURIED ENCAUSTIC EXHIBIT Works from 35 national artists were selected for this national juried event featuring encaustic art. Encaustic painting uses beeswax, resin, and pigment and is polished to a high gloss for a luminous effect. The wax also can be modeled, sculpted, textured, and combined with collage material. The selected artists’ works explore the interpretations that apply to “Big Bad Wax.” Location: Mount Dora Center for the Arts, 138 E. Fifth Ave. CONTACT: 352.383.0880

INCONCERT

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DATE ARTIST VENUE

01/05 Donna The Buffalo DaVinci 01/07 Duo De Twang House Of Blues 01/10 Albert Castiglia Holy Smoke BBQ 01/10 Fernando Varela Polk Comm. College 01/10 Kevin Johnson Disney Cruise Line - Disney Wonder 01/10 The Wailers House Of Blues 01/11 Ballyhoo! Revival 01/11 Blackberry Smoke House Of Blues 01/11 Cro-Mags Backbooth

01/11 Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Bob Carr Perf. Arts Centre

01/12 Kevin Johnson Disney Cruise Line - Disney Wonder

01/14 Queensrÿche Plaza Live Orlando

01/14 Stone Sour House Of Blues 01/15 Kevin Johnson Disney Cruise Line - Disney Wonder 01/16 Leon Russell Plaza Live Orlando 01/17 Classic Albums Live Hard Rock Cafe / Hard Rock Live 01/18 Barry Manilow Amway Center 01/18 Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials Holy Smoke BBQ 01/19 Heavy And Light House Of Blues 01/20 Straight Line Stitch Thee Grotto 01/21 AFI The Beacham 01/21 Cheap Time Will’s Pub 01/22 Don Williams Plaza Live Orlando 01/22 Shen Yun Performing Arts Bob Carr Perf. Arts Centre 01/22 This Or The Apocalypse Backbooth 01/23 Alex Metric Tier Nightclub 01/23 Gaelic Storm Plaza Live Orlando 01/24 Disclosure House Of Blues

01/24 Ralphie May Hard Rock Cafe / Hard Rock Live

01/24 Shen Yun Performing Arts Bob Carr Perf. Arts Centre 01/24 The Manhattan Transfer Plaza Live Orlando 01/24 Turbo Fruits Backbooth 01/25 Against Me! The Beacham

01/25 Brad Paisley Amway Center

01/26 Falling In Reverse House Of Blues 01/27 Amon Amarth House Of Blues 01/27 Tab Benoit Plaza Live Orlando 01/28 Richard Thompson Plaza Live Orlando 01/31 Fernando Varela Trinity Preparatory School Auditorium 02/01 LeFevre Quartet Christian Worship Center 02/02 Kevin Johnson Disney Cruise Line - Disney Wonder

02/02 LeFevre Quartet Riverwalk Church Of God

02/03 Bring Me The Horizon Plaza Live Orlando 02/05 Yip Deceiver The Social