Wednesday, January 30, 2008

Crafters Needed for Heritage Days

The City of Haines City is accepting applications for artists and crafters to participate in the 22nd annual Heritage Days Event to be held from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on March 8 th at Lake Eva Park on South 5 th Street in Haines City .

The event this year will include a Quilt Show in the Civic Center , displays and demonstrations. Local and national entertainment will take the stage throughout the day and the City will also hold an auction of surplus items at the Community Center. More than 50 vendor booth spaces will be available for the event at a cost of $50.00 for a 10’ x 10’ space and are on a first come first serve basis.

Vendors need to supply their own setup and be present for the entire show. No flea market merchandise will be accepted. The deadline for renting spaces is Friday, February 29 th. For more information or to obtain an application, log on to the City’s website at http://ci.haines-city.fl.us Follow this path to the event you are interested in: City Departments - Parks & Recreation - Special Events- Heritage Days or call the Haines City Parks & Recreation Department at 863-421-3700.

Taste of Haines City

It’s that time again. The Haines City Parks & Recreation Department in conjunction with Pepsi and Cromer International Press present the “Taste of Haines City”. This event allows ticket holders to experience the excellent services and food that the participating restaurants provide, as well as spend an evening with friends enjoying great entertainment, with complimentary beer, wine and soft drinks.

The Taste of Haines City will be held on Thursday, February 28th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at the Haines City Community Center, 219 South 5th Street. Tickets for this annual event are $25.00 per person with children under 5 free of charge.

Participating restaurants include: All Star Grill, Texas Cattle Company, Red Lobster, Carrabbas, Longhorn Steak House, CafĂ© Doughmonde, Beef O’Bradys, Outback Steak House, Salt Water Grill, La Fiesta Mexicana, Chili’s Restaurant, Sonny’s Bar-B-Q, Providence Golf Club and catering by Best Western Admirals Inn.

Tickets are now available and may be purchased in advance at the Community Center . All proceeds benefit the Independence Day Celebration, “Thunder on the Ridge.” Please call 421-3700 for additional information.

If you would like to know about other special events, you may log on to the City’s web site at http://ci.haines-city.fl.us

Tuesday, January 8, 2008

Bridal Show

"An Elegant Affair" Bridal Show

Located in Historic Downtown Haines City

Railroad Park on Sunday, February 10 th
10 am - 2:30 pm - Door Prizes & Tastings

Hosted By Wedding Elegance Boutique and Haines City Main Street
Please Contact Cassanna Dwight at 863-419-8515, for Exhibit Space or more details!

Friday, January 4, 2008

Blue Grass Festival

Event: Blue Grass Festival
Location: Lake Eva Park
Date: January 11-13 th
Time: Friday Evening “Jam Session”
Saturday 11:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Activities :
Local and national Blue Grass acts perform throughout the week end. Included in the line up: Lonesome River Band, The Lewis Family, Roger Bass, Joey Foley & the Midnight Clogging Express, and many more!

Directions to Lake Eva Park in Haines City: US 27 (South from I-4 or North from 60) exit Hwy 17/92 East to South 5 th Street. Turn right and follow the signs.

Food & Merchandise Concessions

RV Parking available (rough camping only)

Sponsored By: City of Haines City, Parks & Recreation Department

For Additional Information log onto Haines City Special Events or contact the Haines City Parks and Recreation Department at 863-421-3700.