Largo Library
120 Central Park Dr
(727)587-6715
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Event Description
Free classes this month include: Swedish Genealogy research, Overcoming Brick Walls, Tracing Female Ancestors, Bounty Lands, 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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FREE
Senior Advisory Board Garage Sale
Nov 2, 2013 from 9am until 2pm
Largo Community Center
400 Alt Keene Rd
(727)518-3131
Event Description
Something old, something new, that is what you will find at the annual fall indoor garage sale. Over 30 tables available.
Pee Wee Sports Fest
Nov 2, 2013 at 9am for ages 8–11 and 10:30am for ages 4–7
Highland Recreation Complex
400 Highland NE Ave
(727)518-3016
Event Description
Get ready to rock the world with a showcase of junior athletes. Events include 50 yard dash, football events, basketball, soccer, obstacle mania and much more. Each participant receives a medal and a shirt. Register by Wednesday, October 30.
$10
Train Weekend
Nov 2 and 3, 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 go to the Special Events Train Weekend page at LargoEvents.com.
FREE, donations accepted
Swing Dance Saturdays
Nov 2, 9, 16, 23 and 29, 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 no recreation card
Eight O'Clock Theatre Presents
La Cage aux Folles
Nov 1-17
Thursday-Saturday at 8pm, Sunday at 2pm
Largo Cultural Center
105 Central Park Dr
(727)587-6793
Event Description
Winner of three 2010 Tony Awards including the award for Best Musical Revival, La Cage Aux Folles was the biggest hit of the 2010 Broadway season, leaving audiences in stitches night after night! LA CAGE tells the story of Georges, the owner of a glitzy nightclub in lovely Saint-Tropez, and his partner Albin, who moonlights as the glamorous chanteuse Zaza. When Georges' son brings his fiancé's conservative parents home to meet the flashy pair, the bonds of family are put to the test as the feather boas fly! LA CAGE is a tuneful and touching tale of one family's struggle to stay together...stay fabulous...and above all else, stay true to themselves! With a glorious score of hummable melodies and a dynamite cast LA CAGE is an indisputable musical comedy classic. For more information and to purchase tickets visit LargoArts.com or call the Box Office at (727)587-6793.
$25.50, $12.50 Students (22 & under), $23 Group (10 or more) plus applicable service fee (discount pricing only available at the Box Office)
Bay Area Singles and Couples Dance
Nov 3, 10, 17 and 24, 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!
$8
Movies of the Silver Screen
Nov 7, 2013 from 12 until 3pm
Largo Community Center
400 Alt Keene Rd
(727)518-3131
Event Description
Enjoy an afternoon of viewing a classic 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.
FREE
Shredfest: Paper Shredding Event
Nov 9, 2013 from 9am until 12pm
Largo Drop-off Recycling Center
1551 Starkey Rd
(727)587-6760
Event Description
The City of Largo hosts Shredfest, the free, paper shredding event where residents can bring their personal documents to be securely shredded and recycled. Attendees can bring up to five file boxes of paper per car to be shredded and recycled. There is no need to remove staples, tape, paper clips or rubber bands. In celebration of America Recycles Day, ProShred will recycle all shredded data. File boxes will be collected by the City of Largo and recycled. For more information or directions to the event visit LargoRecycles.com or call (727)587-6760.
FREE
Stages Productions Presents
Freckleface Strawberry
Nov 9, 2013 at 11am
Largo Cultural Center
105 Central Park Dr
Event Description
Based on the beloved New York Times Best Selling Book by celebrated actress Julianne Moore, Freckleface Strawberry teaches kids to learn and love the skin they are in. In this beloved story, Freckleface Strawberry will do anything to get rid of her freckles - from scrubbing them with soap, to caking on makeup, and even wearing a ski mask to school! With the help of her loveable schoolmates, Freckleface learns that everyone is different - and that's what make everyone special! Your whole family will love this brand new musical for all ages...freckles or not! For more information and to purchase tickets visit LargoArts.com or call the Box Office at (727)587-6793.
$7.50 Adult, $6.50 Children, $6 Schools, $22 Family 4 Pack, Series Subscription $5 per ticket when you select 3 shows or more
Sunday Matinee Music Series
Nov 10, 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 performed by The Tampa Bay Golden Strings Youth Orchestra 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.
Tickets are $14 in advance. Must be purchased by the Wednesday before show to receive meal.
Veterans Day Ceremony
Nov 11, 2013 at 7pm
Largo Central Park
101 Central Park Drive
(727)587-6740 ext 5014
Event Description
Join the Veterans Day Committee as we honor America's Military Veterans. The ceremony will include special music, honorable presentations, guest speakers and more.
FREE
Gobble Gobble Games Galore
Nov 11, 2013 from 1 until 2pm
Southwest Recreation Complex
13120 Vonn Rd
(727)518-3125
Event Description
Ages six and under, Tom the Turkey invites you to his party. Play games, create a craft, enjoy a snack and listen to a traditional holiday classic. Don't forget to bring your camera. Space is limited so register early and receive a discount. Call Southwest Recreation Complex to register (727)518-3125.
$5 early registration, $8 day of registration
The Greatest Christmas Villain by Richard Budin
Nov 15, 16, 17, 22, 23 and 24, 2013
Friday and Saturday at 8pm, Sunday at 2pm
Largo Community Center
400 Alt Keene Rd
(727)518-3131
Event Description
Dick Budin Productions present a NEW-FANGLED, OLD-FASHIONED, "HISS and BOO" musical comedy. Gateswing, president of the world's largest toy company, plans to trick Santa and take his toys. Can he be stopped? What will happen to Christmas? Will the elves lose their jobs? For more information and to purchase tickets call (727)518-3131.
$20 adults / $10 children
Monthly Nature Hike
Nov 16, 2013 at 7am
Largo Central Park Nature Preserve
150 Highland SE Ave
(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
Camp Fire Sing-A-Long
Nov 22, 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
Roger McGuinn
Nov 22, 2013 from 8 until 10pm
Largo Cultural Center
105 Central Park Dr
(727)587-6793
Event Description
Roger McGuinn, one of the founding members of "The Byrds," is known as an innovator for merging folk and rock music in the 1960's. Prior to forming the Byrds, Roger toured and performed folk music with the Limeliters, Chad Mitchell Trio and Bobby Darin as a guitarist and banjo player. His music has been a staple on the music charts as well as many movie soundtracks. Some hits singles include Turn! Turn! Turn!, Eight Miles High and Mr. Tambourine Man. For more information and to purchase tickets visit LargoArts.com or call the Box Office at (727)587-6793.
$29.50, $34.50, $39.50 Add $5 at the door
Diane Schuur
Nov 24, 2013 from 7 until 9pm
Largo Cultural Center
105 Central Park Dr
(727)587-6793
Event Description
Diane Schuur is a two-time Grammy winner for Best Jazz Vocal Performance - Female and has a total of five Grammy nominations to her name. She has performed at some of the world's most prestigious venues including the Carnegie Hall and the White House. She has also toured the world performing with greats such as Quincy Jones, Stan Getz, B.B. King, Dizzy Gillespie, Maynard Ferguson, Ray Charles, Joe Williams and Stevie Wonder. For more information and to purchase tickets visit LargoArts.com or call the Box Office at (727)587-6793.
$34.50, $39.50, $44.50 Add $5 at the door
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.