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City of Largo Calendar of Events December 2013

Free Genealogy/Family History Classes

Largo Library

120 Central Park Dr

(727)587-6715

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Event Description

Free classes this month include: Ancestry.com--How to Search, Organizing Your Files, National Archives--Finding and Ordering Data and more. See the complete listing with details of classes and scheduled times at http://www.flpgs.org/classes.aspx. Email Bob Bryan at BBryan84@gmail.com or call at (727)595-4521 for more information.

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Logan Jade Promotions

Holiday in the Park-Art's and Craft's Show

Nov 30, 2013 from 10am until 9pm

Dec 1, 2013 from 10am until 5pm

Largo Central Park

101 Central Park Dr

(321)300-4509

Event Description

Celebrate the Holidays at Largo Central Park! Join us for a fun weekend of talented crafters and artists offering original and unique items, specialty food vendors, Santa Claus will be in the Park so bring the kids, Christmas carolers and spectacular Holiday lights as the City of Largo illuminates Central Park with more than one million lights will sure to make this a memorable holiday season for your entire family. Come join our two-day festival for a great experience for the whole family. There will be lots of giveaways too! We will be raffling cash gift cards and a grand prizes so be sure to stop by our raffle booth and get your tickets for a chance to win. Free drawings are held 3 times per day. Grand prizes are at end of each day. For more information visit loganjadepromotions.com.

FREE to attend

Golden Dragon Acrobats

Dec 1, 2013 at 2 and 7pm

Largo Cultural Center

105 Central Park Dr

(727)587-6793

Event Description

The Golden Dragon Acrobats represent the best of a time honored tradition that began more than twenty-five centuries ago. See this amazing group combines award-winning acrobatics, traditional dance, spectacular costumes, ancient and contemporary music and theatrical techniques to present a show of breathtaking skill and spellbinding beauty. For more information and to purchase tickets visit LargoArts.com or call the Box Office at (727)587-6793.

$24.50, $29.50, $34.50, group(10+) discount available. Add $5 at the door

Bay Area Singles and Couples Dance

Dec 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2013 from 6 until 10pm

Largo Community Center

400 Alt Keene Rd

(727)518-3131

Event Description

Since 1997, the Bay Area Single Dance has been the best place for area singles and friends to meet. Every Sunday approximately 150 singles of all ages join us. We offer an extensive music library to fit every taste. Couples welcome. Dress to impress! For more information visit LargoCommunityCenter.com or call (727)518-3131.

$8

Movies of the Silver Screen

Dec 05, 2013 from 12 until 3pm

Largo Community Center

400 Alt Keene Rd

(727)518-3131

Event Description

Enjoy an afternoon of viewing a movie. Refreshments will be sold and information on the movie will be handed out. Call for a listing of movies. Sponsored by the Imperial Palms Apartments. For more information visit LargoCommunityCenter.com or call (727)518-3131.

FREE

Adult & Senior Talent Show

Dec 5, 2013 from 6:30 until 8:30pm

Largo Community Center

400 Alt Keene Rd

(727)518-3131

Event Description

Do you like to perform in front of an audience? This show is for you if you do. Auditions will be on November 8, and

15, 2013. Fifteen performers will be selected by a panel of judges and are required to attend the rehearsal on November 22. For more information visit LargoCommunityCenter.com or call (727)518-3131.

$5 recreation card member, $7 day of show

Richard Nader Entertainment Inc. presents

Rock n Roll Holiday Concert III to Benefit Toys for Tots

Dec 5, 2013 from 7:30pm

Largo Cultural Center

105 Central Park Dr

(727)587-6793

Event Description

Join Tommy Mara and The Crests ("16 Candles", "The Angels Listened In", "Step By Step", "Cara Mia"), & Cornell Gunter's Coasters ("Charlie Brown", "Along Came Jones", "Yakety Yak " and "Poison Ivy") for a "Charlie Brown" Holiday concert with the incomparable sax man Ronnie Dee, son of Joey Dee and our show host Aaron Fodiman of Tampa Bay Magazine. Bring an unwrapped toy to make a child's holiday happy. Marines will be present to accept the toys. One lucky person will win a $500 gift basket.

$34.50, $40.50, $44.50, add $5 at the door

Limited $95.50 VIP patron seats with pre-concert wine reception with the Artists.

Train Weekend

Dec 7 and 8, 2013 from 10am until 4pm

Largo Central Park

101 Central Park Dr

(727) 587-6740 ext. 5014

Event Description

Ride the miniature trains of Largo Central Railroad on the first full weekend of every month in Largo Central Park. For a schedule of dates as well as pictures from this event, please visit LargoEvents.com.

FREE, donations accepted

Holiday Stroll

Dec 7, 2013 from 5 until 9pm

Largo Central Park

101 Central Park Dr

(727)587-6740 ext 5014

Event Description

Come to beautiful Largo Central Park to delight in the extravagant light display as you Stroll Through the park. A million LED lights (85% more energy efficient) brighten the path. The playful scenes they depict will surely dazzle you. Ooh and ahh when we light up the tree at 7pm. Treat yourself with a variety of delicious festival foods and desserts. Enjoy live performances on the mobile stage and other special places around the park. For more information visit LargoEvents.com or call (727)587-6740 ext 5014.

FREE to attend, on-site parking is $5, toboggan snow slide $3 per ride or $5 unlimited ride wristband

Teen Basketball Nite

Dec 7, 2013 from 7pm until 12am

Highland Recreation Complex

400 Highland NE Ave

(727)518-3016

Event Description

Teens rule the gym! 5 hours of open play! Ticketing Information:

$8 resident recreation card member, $10 nonresident recreation card member, $13 guests

Swing Dance Saturdays

Dec 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2013 from 7 until 11pm

Largo Community Center

400 Alt Keene Rd

(727)518-3131

Event Description

Come enjoy an evening of dancing and socializing every Saturday night. Free lessons from 7 to 8pm and a DJ dance from 8 to 11pm. Our resident DJ is Savoy Swing. Don't miss out on our 5,600 square foot sprung hardwood floor. For more information visit LargoCommunityCenter.com or call (727)518-3131.

$7 recreation card, $8 without recreation card

Sunday Matinee Music Series, “13th Annual Tutterow Holiday Spectacular”

Dec 8, 2013 from 2 until 4pm

Largo Community Center

400 Alt Keene Rd

(727)518-3131

Event Description

Enjoy an afternoon filled with a wonderful show and incredible dinner. See some of the area's best performers light up the stage for this once a month production. Tickets are on sale. For more information visit LargoCommunityCenter.com or call (727)518-3131.

Tickets are $14 in advance. Must be purchased by the Wednesday before show to receive meal.

Santa Claus is Coming to Town

Dec 9, 2013 from 1 until 2pm

Southwest Recreation Complex

13120 Vonn Rd

(727)518-3125

Event Description

The sleigh has just pulled into town! Don't miss out on a chance to see the man in the red suit. Listen to a classic holiday story, get creative with crafts, active with games and enjoy a holiday snack. Time will be set aside for your little one to take a picture with Santa, so don't forget your camera. Space is limited so register early and receive a discount. For ages 6 and under. For more information visit PlayLargo.com or call (727)518-3125.

$5 early registration, $8 at the door

Largo Lions Club Presents

Tony Kenny's Christmas Time in Ireland

Dec 9, 2013 from 2 and 7pm

Largo Cultural Center

105 Central Park Dr

(727)587-6793

Event Description

Imagine Christmas time in Ireland...a warm fire on a cold night, arousing sing alongs of favorite Christmas songs and laughter as everyone gathers for a sampling of Irish wit and wisdom. Add, the joyfulness of youthful dancers tapping and spinning their way across the stage in celebration of the holidays. Tony Kenny, Ireland's Premier Entertainer, and his all-star cast will take your breath away during this amazing holiday performance. For more information and to purchase tickets visit LargoArts.com or call the Box Office at (727)587-6793.

$22.50, $19.50 group (10 or more), $70 4-show season, $87.50 5-show season

Very Merry Christmas Party

Dec 11, 2013 from 5 until 9pm

Largo Community Center

400 Alt Keene Rd

(727)518-3131

Event Description

Get into the holiday spirit with our 9th Annual Very Merry Christmas Party. Eileen and her volunteers will be cooking

up a delicious meal. After dinner, enjoy a lively holiday show. During the show we"ll be loading up the golf carts

for a tour of the lights in Largo Central Park. Santa will be making an appearance. Hurry, tickets are limited. Sponsored

by Imperial Palms Apartments. For more information visit LargoCommunityCenter.com or call (727)518-3131.

$15

Brunch with Santa

Dec 13, 2013 from 9 until 11am

Highland Recreation Complex

400 Highland NE Ave

(727)518-3016

Event Description

Santa is making his list and checking it twice to see if you will join him for breakfast. Santa's helpers will be serving continental breakfast, helping with crafts and taking pictures. Santa will be there to talk to the children and for pictures. Please preregister by December 11.

$6 per child, $2 per adult

Winter Wonderland

Dec 13, 2013 from 6 until 8pm

George C. McGough Nature Park

11901 146th N St

(727)518-3047

Event Description

Join us as we have a blast throwing snow balls with real ice shavings, making winter crafts, going on night hikes, and roasting s'mores by the campfire - we're talking some serious fun for the whole family crew! Come out for a night of fun, memories, and a good old snowball toss with your Largo park rangers. Call (727)518-3047 to pre-register.

$5 per person (Children 2 & under free)

Presented by Bay City Ballet

The Nutcracker

Dec 14, 2013 at 3 and 7:30pm

Dec 15, 2013 at 1 and 6pm

Largo Cultural Center

105 Central Park Dr

(727)587-6793

Event Description

Join Clara on her journey to save her beloved Nutcracker from the giant mice who battle toy soldiers. Then on to the palace of The Sugarplum Fairy with dancing candles and waltzing flowers. For more information and to purchase tickets visit LargoArts.com or call the Box Office at (727)587-6793.

$22.50, $25.50, $18.50 group, $20.50 Students(12-), $25.50 day of show

Stages Productions Presents

SANTA'S HOLIDAY REVUE

Dec 14, 2013 from 11am until 12pm

Largo Cultural Center

105 Central Park Dr

(727)587-6793

Event Description

Santa's Holiday Revue is a fast-paced rollicking musical that takes a joyous round-the-world tour of dances, songs and stories from Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and many more. The audience will sing, clap and tap along as they learn new and old traditions, customs and folklore that instills the magic of the season.

$7.50 adult, $6.50 children, $6 schools, $22 family 4 pack

Lunch with Santa

Dec 14, 2013 from 11am until 1pm

Highland Recreation Complex

400 Highland NE Ave

(727)518-3016

Event Description

Santa is making his list and checking it twice to see if you will join him for lunch. Santa's helpers will be serving lunch, helping with crafts and taking pictures. Santa will be there to talk to the children and for pictures. Please preregister by December 11.

$6 per child, $2 per adult

Sunday Matinee Music Series, A Barbershop Holiday

Dec 15, 2013 from 2 until 4pm

Largo Community Center

400 Alt Keene Rd

(727)518-3131

Event Description

Enjoy an afternoon filled with a wonderful show and incredible dinner. See some of the area's best performers

light up the stage for this once a month production. Tickets are on sale. For more information visit LargoCommunityCenter.com or call (727)518-3131.

Tickets are $14 in advance. Must be purchased by the Wednesday before show to receive meal.

A Russian Christmas performed by the State Choir of Russia

Dec 17, 2013 from 7:30 until 9:30pm

Largo Cultural Center

105 Central Park Dr

(727)587-6793

Event Description

Come celebrate your holiday season with this unique cultural experience you won't forget. This company of 45 singers, was founded from the merger of the USSR State Chamber Choir and State Symphony Orchestra of the USSR. Music critics have praised this spectacular group and rave of the flawless vocal technique and crystal-clear, precise intonation.

$29.50, $34.50, $39.50, group(10+) discount available. Add $5 at the door

Movies in the Park and Campfire

Dec 20, 2013 from 5 until 9pm

Largo Central Park

101 Central Park Dr

(727)587-6740 Ext 5014

Event Description

Gather up the family, grab your blankets and chairs and join us for a movie on the big screen. Themed activities will take place 1 hr prior to dusk and the movie will begin at dusk. On-site parking and concessions available. No alcohol permitted. Movie titles are subject to change based on availability. For more information visit LargoEvents.com or call (727)587-6740 Ext 5014.

FREE

Camp Fire Sing-A-Long

Dec 20, 2013 from 7 until 9pm

Largo Community Center

400 Alt Keene Rd

(727)518-3131

Event Description

Come sit around our camp fire as we make s'mores and listen to great music. Bring your chairs and blankets. Refreshments will be served.

$3

Monthly Nature Hike

Dec 21, 2013 at 5:30pm

George C. McGough Nature Park

11901 146th N St

(727)518-3047

Event Description

Take a guided walk through the woods, seeking out animals such as birds, raccoons, owls, opossums, bats and more. Flashlights are optional. Donations are kindly accepted. Preregister by calling (727)518-3047.

FREE, donations welcome


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