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The To-Do List
March
MARCH 1 Chronicles of Yarnia Fiber Arts Club
If you have scraps or balls of yarn you no longer need, donate them to the knitting/crochet club, a group that makes newborn/preemie hats and lap blankets for local hospitals. Meet every Thursday, 4-6pm at the Cagan Crossings Library, 16729 Cagan Oaks, Clermont. Please drop off yarn when library is open and ask for Claudia Piper. Library hours: 10am-7:30pm Monday-Thursday and 10am-2pm Friday-Saturday. Call 352.243.1840.
MARCH 2 Concert dancing
BODYTRAFFIC comes back to The Sharon with a new repertoire of concert dances. This young company is internationally recognized for its outstanding performances. Show time: 7pm. Tickets: $15-$40 at thesharon.com.
MARCH 2 Better than a drive-in
The Clermont Fire Department presents this month’s family-friendly movie for everyone in the community. See “Zootopia” under the stars and maybe learn a little about fire prevention while you’re there. 8-10pm at Waterfront Park.
MARCH 2 A woman and her guitar
She has been singing since the ’50s, but Wanda Jackson isn’t looking to slow down anytime soon. See her at 7:30pm at the Orange Blossom Opry, 16439 SE 138th Terrace, Weirsdale. Call 352.821.1201 for info.
MARCH 3 A garden party
Hear Ricky Nelson’s greatest hits performed by Nelsons Remembered, his twin sons, Matthew and Gunner, along with footage of the Nelson family. Shows at 2:30 and 7:30pm the Orange Blossom Opry, 16439 SE 138th Terrace, Weirsdale. Call 352.243.1840.
MARCH 3 Free fl ying
Meet some new aviation friends at Free Flight Airport, 1511 Taylor Ave., Coleman. Admission is free and activities begin at 10am. Call 352.748.6629 for info.
MARCH 4 Diamond in the rough
Diamond Rio has a new album and you can hear the hits from it along with the band’s old favorites at Orange Blossom Opry,
MARCH 3-4
World War II weekend
This weekend includes a battle between allied and German forces both days at 2pm. You’ll see authentic camps, equipment, military vehicles, weapons demonstrations, and reenactors. $3 per person; children ages 6 and younger admitted free. For info, visit dadebattlefi eld.com.
MARCH 10
A voice of the Monkees
Micky Dolenz was a favorite on the iconic show “The Monkees,” which garnered two Emmy Awards. Show times: 5pm and 8pm. Tickets: $30-$75 at thesharon.com.
MARCH 6 Cuba comes to America
National Symphony Orchestra of Cuba brings Cuban and Latin American music to the classical music world. Show time: 7pm. Tickets: $30-$65 at thesharon.com.
MARCH 9 Crazy
The Willie Nelson Tribute performs at the Orange Blossom Opry, 16439 SE 138th Terrace, Weirsdale. Great music, great fun. Call 352.821.1201 for info. Show at 7:30pm.
MARCH 10 Bluegrass and gospel
The Isaacs, a country and bluegrass gospel group, features Lily and her daughters Becky and Sonya, son Ben, and songwriter John Bowman. See them at the Orange Blossom Opry, 16439 SE 138th Terrace, Weirsdale. Great music, great fun. Call 352.821.1201 for info. Shows at 2:30 and 7:30pm.
MARCH 10 Dog day afternoon
For $3 per vehicle, you can see demonstrations by trained canines, a dog talent show, and enjoy vendors and food concessions. 10am-2pm. For info, dadebattlefield.com.
MARCH 10-11 Art under the sun
The 41st annual Leesburg Fine Arts Festival is held along the historic streets of downtown with more than 100 fine artists. For more information, call 352.365.0232.
MARCH 11 Family harmony
The famous Gatlin Brothers are at Orange Blossom Opry, 16439 SE 138th Terrace, Weirsdale. Great music, great fun. Call 352.821.1201 for info. Shows at 2:30 and 7:30pm. Don’t miss it!
MARCH 12-13 Check in but never leave
Hotel California, a salute to The Eagles, is at Orange Blossom Opry, 16439 SE 138th Terrace, Weirsdale. Great music, great fun. Call 352.821.1201 for info. Shows 7:30pm both nights.
MARCH 13 Japanese drum art
Tao: Drumheart is the beauty and high energy of the ancient Japanese drum art. Show time: 7pm. Tickets: $30-$76 at thesharon.com.
MARCH 15 Shadow dancing
Catapult presents a fantasy of dance, story-telling, and sculpture. The dance company gained fame by making it to the finals on “America’s Got Talent.” Show time: 7pm. Tickets: $25-$55 at thesharon.com.
MARCH 15-16 Grand piano
Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra with piano soloist Sten Heinoja presents “Rachmaninov Piano Concerto No. 2” along with heartfelt love songs and a few Irish melodies for St. Patrick’s Day. Tickets: $15-$42 ($3 more at door). March 15 at Epiphany Celebration Anglican Church, 1724 S. Bay St., Eustis; March 16 at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 13600 Caspian Lane, Clermont.
MARCH 17 God bless the USA
Lee Greenwood performs this great classic and many others at Orange Blossom Opry, 16439 SE 138th Terrace, Weirsdale. Great music, great fun. Call 352.821.1201 for info. Shows at 2:30 and 7:30pm.
MARCH 18 Doo-wop, doo-wop
One of the longest-lasting R&B groups in America, The Drifters formed in 1953. Their songs are still treasures. See them at Orange Blossom Opry, 16439 SE 138th Terrace, Weirsdale. Great music, great fun. Call 352.821.1201 for info. Shows at 2:30 and 7:30pm.
MARCH 18 Yes, you can eat that!
Edible plants and game program along with cooking demonstrations. Bring your own place setting and a cup for hot beverages to sample the wild fare. $3 per vehicle. $5 activity fee for ages 13 and up. 5:30-7:30pm. For info, dadebattlefield.com.
Farmer’s Markets
Saturdays The Saturday Morning Market on
Leesburg Towne Square, 8am-1pm
Brownwood Farmer’s Market
2726 Brownwood Blvd. Wildwood, 9am-1pm
Tuesdays Lady Lake Farmers Market
Lady Lake Log Cabin 106 S. U.S. Hwy. 441/27 9am-1pm
Ongoing Events
Every Saturday
in cold weather months
Historic weapons
Dade Battlefield Historic State Park presents a Ranger History program that includes the firing of historical weapons. $3 park entrance fee for up to eight people in a vehicle. Bicyclists and pedestrians, $2. Starts at 10:30am. For info, dadebattlefield.com.
1st Friday Street Party
Every month in downtown Eustis with
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entertainment, live music, and activities for all ages. 6-10pm.
2nd Friday Art Splash
Features artists and performers on the sidewalks of downtown Mount Dora., 6-8pm
2nd Friday Acoustic music
Hear live local musicians free from 7-9pm at Leesburg Center for the Arts, 429 W. Magnolia St.
2nd Friday Movie in the Park
Free family movie starts at dusk Donnelly Park Downtown Mount Dora
1st Saturday Wine Tasting Stroll
Starts at Maggie’s Attic on Alexander St. and 4th Ave., 6-8pm
2nd Saturday
Food Truck’N Flick Entertainment Leesburg Town Square
3rd Wednesday
PAWS Reading Dogs, W.T. Bland Library, Mount Dora
3rd Thursday
Mount Dora Food Trucks, Downtown Mount Dora
4th Saturday
Classic Car Cruise-In, Downtown Eustis
MARCH 25
Going country
Clay Walker knows just how to make his audience happy, using his talent along with a dedicated work ethic to be one of the most successful country singers around. Show time: 7pm. Tickets: $31$106 at thesharon.com.
MARCH 19 Circus art
Award-winning content from Cirque Èloize ranks among the world’s leading contemporary circuses. Show time: 7:30pm. Tickets: $20-$65 at thesharon.com.
MARCH 22 A musical beauty
Judy Collins’ songs still resonate with her audience after five decades. Now, a new generation is discovering the distinctive style that is Judy’s alone. Show time: 7pm. Tickets: $20-$75 at thesharon.com.
MARCH 23 This diamond ring
The ring is still shining for Gary Lewis, who will be performing at Orange Blossom Opry, 16439 SE 138th Terrace, Weirsdale. Great music, great fun. Call 352.821.1201 for info. Show: 7:30pm.
MARCH 23-25 Wine and seafood
Lakeridge Winery presents its 10th annual Wine & Seafood Festival from 10am-5pm Friday and Saturday and 11am-5pm Sunday. Tickets: $10; children ages 12 and younger admitted free. 19239 U.S. Highway 28 N., Clermont.
MARCH 23-APRIL 22 Tony Award-winning play
“Red” features the story of abstract expressionist painter Mark Rothko, who asked the provocative question, “What do you see?” to his young assistant. This biographical play presents the struggle the artist feels when he gets the biggest commission in the history of modern art. Show time: 7pm. Tickets: $35 at thesharon.com.
MARCH 24 Brown eyes are blue
Crystal Gayle came along in the 1970s and made her mark. Hear her sing her favorites at Orange Blossom Opry, 16439 SE 138th Terrace, Weirsdale. Great music, great fun. Call 352.821.1201 for info. Shows at 2:30 and 7:30pm.
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MARCH 24-25 Time for gardening
Don’t miss the seventh annual Landscape and Garden Fair at The Discovery Gardens in Lake County Extension Center, 1951 Woodlea Road, Tavares. 9am-4pm Saturday and 10am-3pm Sunday.
MARCH 28 Grooving to the classics
Once again, Maestro Pasquale Valero brings a special concert from The Villages Philharmonic Orchestra to nourish souls with beautiful music. Show time: 7pm. Tickets: $20-$60 at thesharon.com.
MARCH 31-APRIL 1 Arts in the square
Enjoy the Brownwood Paddock Square Art & Craft Festival in Wildwood. 10am-5pm both days at 2705 W. Torch Lake Drive. Free Admission.
MARCH 31 Singing his heart out
The Crest with Tommy Mara presents a show you’ll never forget at Orange Blossom Opry, 16439 SE 138th Terrace, Weirsdale. Great music, great fun. Call 352.821.1201 for info. Show at 7:30pm.
MARCH 31 Egg hunt
This is a free event for ages infant to 12 years old and their families. The egg hunt starts promptly at 10am and ends at noon. For more information, dadebattlefield.com.
