Prince of Peace Lutheran celebrates 50 years LARGO – Celebrating 50 years of ministry is at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 455 Missouri Ave. The church will celebrate by hosting a drive-in movie on Friday, Nov. 13 and a sock hop on Saturday, Nov. 14. The celebration will continue for six months with other activities and will culminate with a special worship service on May 16, 2010. Call 585-9969 or visit www.poplargo.org.
Charis Christian Bookstore clearance sale LARGO – The Charis Christian Bookstore will host a storewide clearance sale Thursday through Sunday, Nov. 5 through 8, at the First Baptist Church of Indian Rocks, 12685 Ulmerton Road. Planned to coincide with the church’s Jamboree, sale hours will be Thursday, 3 to 7 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, 1 to 6 p.m. The store also will host its Christmas Open House on Saturday, Nov. 14, 11 a.m. The event will feature several authors who will be signing books. Participating authors will include Angela Hunt, Phil Farver and Rodney Barnes. Call Martha Brangenberg at 593-0164 or visit www.shopcharis.com.
Old Northwest group to meet LARGO – The next Old Northwest meeting will be Monday, Nov. 16, 6:30 p.m., at Tropical Smoothie Café, 1001 West Bay Drive. Old Northwest business owners and neighborhood residents are coming together to bring new ideas to one of Largo’s oldest neighborhoods. Call Joseph Stefko at 581-6134.
Largo Community Center’s Celebrity Showcase LARGO – Dynamic vocals, musical hits, comedy will be featured at this season’s Celebrity Showcase at the Largo Community Center, 65 Fourth St. N.W. All adults and seniors are invited to come out and enjoy a series of matinee shows performed by nationally ranked professional artists. This season’s Celebrity Showcase lineup includes: Dec. 3, The Sweethearts of Branson; Jan. 28, “The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson” with special guests Dame Edna and former President George W. Bush; Feb. 25, The World Famous Platters; and March 25, The McGuire Sisters, 42nd Street Big Band and world famous singing star, Don Cherry. All show times are from 1 to 3 p.m. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased for $14 in advance, or $16 for reserved seating. All tickets at the door will be $15. For more information, call 518-3131 or visit www.largocommunitycenter.com.
Holiday craft fair LARGO – A holiday craft fair is set for Saturday, Nov. 7, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Bay Ranch Mobile Home Village clubhouse, 7349 Ulmerton Road. Admission is free. Breakfast and lunch are available.
'Singin’ in the Rain' LARGO - “Singin’ in the Rain” will be presented by Eight O’Clock Theatre from Friday, Oct. 30, through Saturday, Nov. 15. Thursday through Saturday at 8 p.m.; Sunday at 2 p.m., Largo Cultural Center. Don’s lifelong pal and partner Cosmo Brown suggests using the charming voice of the up-and-coming actress Kathy Selden to replace Lina’s unbearably shrill screeching. Features classics like ‘Singin’ in the Rain,’ ‘Fit as a Fiddle,’ ‘All I do is Dream of You,’ and ‘Make ’Em Laugh.’ Call the box office at 587-6793 for tickets or visit LargoArts.com for more information.
Harvest Marketplace LARGO - Opening day for Harvest Marketplace is Thursday, Nov. 5, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Ulmer Park, 301 W. Bay Drive. Don’t miss this opportunity to take advantage of our steadily cooling weather by joining us Thursdays at the Harvest Marketplace. Outdoor shopping in charming Ulmer Park offers healthy choices of fresh produce, specialty foods, ‘green’ goods and original creations by local artists and craftsmen. The day will be filled once again with the sounds of live music, local vendors and neighboring shoppers. Call 587-6740, ext. 5015.
Adult and Senior Fall Talent Show LARGO - Adult and Senior Fall Talent Show is Thursday, Nov. 5, 1 to 3 p.m., at the Largo Community Center, 65 Fourth St. N.W. Watch as Largo adults and seniors strut their stuff in this annual talent show. Call 518-3131.
Character breakfast LARGO - Character breakfast, Saturday, Nov. 7, 8 am., Highland Recreation Complex, 400 Highland Ave N.E. Join Snow White and her friends for crafts and a delicious breakfast. Children are encouraged to dress up as their favorite character. Preregistration is required by Nov. 5 and space is limited. Call 518-3016.
Hydrocephalus Association Walk LARGO - Hydrocephalus Association Walk is Saturday, Nov. 7, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Drive. The fifth annual Hydrocephalus Walk will include a picnic, games and music and helps to raise funds and awareness about hydrocephalus. Call Paula at 637-5585.
Train weekend LARGO - Train weekend is Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 7-8, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Largo Central Park. Ride the miniature trains of Largo Central Railroad on the first full weekend of every month in sunny Largo Central Park. For a schedule of dates as well as pictures from this event, please go to LargoEvents.com. There is no charge for this family-fun activity, but donations are expected to help keep the trains running. Call 587-6775 or visit LargoEvents.com.
Fire and Drum Circle LARGO - Fire and Drum Circle is Saturday, Nov. 7, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., McGough Nature Park, 11901 146th St. N. Bring a drum and join us in the drum circle or just sit back and enjoy the rhythm around the campfire. Drums are available to borrow. Call 518-3047.
Veterans Day Ceremony LARGO - Veterans Day Ceremony is Wednesday, Nov. 11, 7 to 8 p.m., Largo Central Park. Join the city of Largo as it celebrates Veterans Day with an intimate ceremony of special music, a keynote speaker and a color guard presentation in Largo Central Park at the Military Court of Honor. Call 587-6740, ext. 5014
Harvest Marketplace LARGO - Harvest Marketplace is Thursdays, Nov. 12 and 19, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Ulmer Park. Don’t miss this opportunity to take advantage of our steadily cooling weather by joining us Thursdays at the Harvest Marketplace. Outdoor shopping in charming Ulmer Park offers healthy choices of fresh produce, specialty foods, ‘green’ goods and original creations by local artists and craftsmen. Call 587-6740, ext. 5015.
Southwest Mid-Day Matinee LARGO - Southwest Mid-Day Matinee, Friday, Nov. 13, 1 to 3 p.m., Southwest Recreation Complex, 13120 Vonn Road. Refreshments available. Free to the public. Call 518-3125 for movie titles.
