After months of construction, the City of Haines City is pleased to announce that the monthly Cruise In will resume on Saturday, September 19th.
The Cruise In will be held the third Saturday of every month from 5:00 – 9:00 PM in downtown Haines City at the newly renovated Railroad Park.
Whether your ride is antique or classic, you will enjoy browsing through the area, listening to the music from DJ Bob Yost and shopping at the downtown merchants. Grab a bite to eat and visit with friends as you have fun playing our Cruiser Games.
There is great lighting and ample parking in our downtown area. Open to all makes, models and years, there is no registration fee.
To obtain more information or a vendor application, please log on to the Haines City’s website: www.ci.haines-city.fl.us or call the Haines City Parks & Recreation Department at 863-421-3700.
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Bike Fest is Back!
The City of Haines City Parks and Recreation Department announces the restarting of their monthly Bike Fest. Postponed last summer due to construction, the Bike Fest will be held from 4-9 PM on the fourth Saturday of every month beginning Saturday, September 26th.
The event is held in the newly renovated Railroad Park in downtown Haines City. Along with vendors and live entertainment, there will be a bike show and games.
Vendor opportunities are available at a cost of $35.00. To become a vendor or for additional information, please log on to the City’s website at www.ci.haines-city.fl.us or contact the Haines City Parks and Recreation Department at 863-421-3700.
The event is held in the newly renovated Railroad Park in downtown Haines City. Along with vendors and live entertainment, there will be a bike show and games.
Vendor opportunities are available at a cost of $35.00. To become a vendor or for additional information, please log on to the City’s website at www.ci.haines-city.fl.us or contact the Haines City Parks and Recreation Department at 863-421-3700.
Friday, July 3, 2009
Vote for Your Favorite Farmer's Market
Support your local farmer's market and they could win $5,000.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Using Earth Day Principles in the Real World
Did you miss Earth Day?
Treat mom to something different and useful this Mother's Day!
Sunday, May 10th, Free
11am- Rain Barrels
Create and install a rain barrel from start to finish then learn learn how to attach it to a micro-irrigation system. Hands on demonstration.
Barrels are available for $30 each.
Noon- Composting
Step by step guide to starting your own compost system. Workshop starts with the basics of composting kitchen waste, then transferring it to an outside compost system.
Advanced composting topics include incorporating earthworms into your system and using compost for lawn and garden.
1pm- Aquaponics & Container Gardens
Create an edible and sustainable backyard by incorporating aquaponic and container gardening systems. See a working system in progress.
This is an outside location. Bring a lawn chair, sunscreen, and hat.
This event is possible through a grant from the Alafia and Peace River basin boards of the Southwest Florida Water Management.
The Health Chic House
12 N 5th St
Haines City, Fl 33844
863-419-8584
Treat mom to something different and useful this Mother's Day!
Sunday, May 10th, Free
11am- Rain Barrels
Create and install a rain barrel from start to finish then learn learn how to attach it to a micro-irrigation system. Hands on demonstration.
Barrels are available for $30 each.
Noon- Composting
Step by step guide to starting your own compost system. Workshop starts with the basics of composting kitchen waste, then transferring it to an outside compost system.
Advanced composting topics include incorporating earthworms into your system and using compost for lawn and garden.
1pm- Aquaponics & Container Gardens
Create an edible and sustainable backyard by incorporating aquaponic and container gardening systems. See a working system in progress.
This is an outside location. Bring a lawn chair, sunscreen, and hat.
This event is possible through a grant from the Alafia and Peace River basin boards of the Southwest Florida Water Management.
The Health Chic House
12 N 5th St
Haines City, Fl 33844
863-419-8584
Friday, February 6, 2009
Taste of Haines City
It’s that time again. The Haines City Parks & Recreation Department in conjunction with area restaurants 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 26th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at the newly renovated Haines City Community Center, 555 Ledwith Avenue. Tickets for this annual event are $25.00 per person with children under five free of charge.
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.” For tickets or additional information, please contact Barbara at 863-421-9963.
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
The Taste of Haines City will be held on Thursday, February 26th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at the newly renovated Haines City Community Center, 555 Ledwith Avenue. Tickets for this annual event are $25.00 per person with children under five free of charge.
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.” For tickets or additional information, please contact Barbara at 863-421-9963.
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
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Haines City Competition BBQ
On February 21, 2009, in affiliation with the Florida Barbeque Association, the Haines City Parks & Recreation Department is sponsoring a new event for the Haines City area, Ribs on the Ridge, which will draw barbeque teams from across Florida and other states. Professional and amateur teams will compete for cash prizes, trophies and “bragging rights.” This is also an opportunity to expose local residents to the art of outdoor barbeque cooking.
In addition to the professional and amateur barbeque divisions, other competitions planned are a
Kid’s-Q division, sauce competition and a dessert contest. Scheduled activities that include live outdoor entertainment featuring local bands will round out the festivities.
We are proud to offer the Ribs on the Ridge event to our community and anticipate a very large crowd which is typical at barbeque events. The event is open to everyone to attend and/or compete. To enter a team, download an application from the City’s website at www.ci.haines-city.fl.us.
We are currently taking vendor applications. They may be downloaded from the website as well. Please contact us at 421-9963 for more information.
In addition to the professional and amateur barbeque divisions, other competitions planned are a
Kid’s-Q division, sauce competition and a dessert contest. Scheduled activities that include live outdoor entertainment featuring local bands will round out the festivities.
We are proud to offer the Ribs on the Ridge event to our community and anticipate a very large crowd which is typical at barbeque events. The event is open to everyone to attend and/or compete. To enter a team, download an application from the City’s website at www.ci.haines-city.fl.us.
We are currently taking vendor applications. They may be downloaded from the website as well. Please contact us at 421-9963 for more information.
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Vendors Needed for Ribs on the Ridge
Vendors,
We have a new event we are hosting on February 21, 2009, Ribs on the Ridge. This is a competition BBQ which will bring professional and amateur teams from across Florida and other southern states. In addition, thousands from the area will attend to sample the bbq, listen to the music and shop.
Along with the bbq, there will be other fun activities, entertainment from the stage and an opportunity for vendors. If you would like to advertise your business or sell items you can complete the information below.
If you are interested in competing with a bbq team, please log onto the City’s website at www.ci.haines-city.fl.us and download an application for the bbq competition. Either way, please complete your application and return to me ASAP to reserve a space.
The City of Haines City, Parks & Recreation Dept. Phone: 863.421.3700 Fax: 863.419.3700
Barbara Peck, Events Coordinator
Haines City Community Center
555 Ledwith Avenue
Haines City, Florida 33844
bpeckhcrecdept@tampabay.rr.com
We have a new event we are hosting on February 21, 2009, Ribs on the Ridge. This is a competition BBQ which will bring professional and amateur teams from across Florida and other southern states. In addition, thousands from the area will attend to sample the bbq, listen to the music and shop.
Along with the bbq, there will be other fun activities, entertainment from the stage and an opportunity for vendors. If you would like to advertise your business or sell items you can complete the information below.
If you are interested in competing with a bbq team, please log onto the City’s website at www.ci.haines-city.fl.us and download an application for the bbq competition. Either way, please complete your application and return to me ASAP to reserve a space.
The City of Haines City, Parks & Recreation Dept. Phone: 863.421.3700 Fax: 863.419.3700
Barbara Peck, Events Coordinator
Haines City Community Center
555 Ledwith Avenue
Haines City, Florida 33844
bpeckhcrecdept@tampabay.rr.com
Saturday, January 31, 2009
Haines City Adult Basketball
THE CITY OF HAINES CITY PARKS AND RECREATION PRESENTS THE ADULT BASKETBALL LEAGUE
Registrations begin now at the Oakland Gym or the Bethune Neighborhood Center at 915 Ave E in Haines City.
Call 863-421-3525 or 863-421-3720 for more details. Games begin in February. Registration deadline is January 30th.
Registrations begin now at the Oakland Gym or the Bethune Neighborhood Center at 915 Ave E in Haines City.
Call 863-421-3525 or 863-421-3720 for more details. Games begin in February. Registration deadline is January 30th.
Friday, January 30, 2009
Earth Day 2009 at The Health Chic House Haines City
Save the Date!
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Eco-Greetings!
The 2nd Annual Earth Day Celebration at The Health Chic House will take place on Saturday, April 11th, 10am-7pm. There is already a full day of workshops and activities scheduled. See the list at Earth Day 2009.
We are currently accepting applications for vendors, workshop presenters, and entertainers. School/civic groups are encouraged to enter their Earth Day projects. Prizes will be awarded for creativity, content, and usefulness.
Visit the Photo Album to see the highlights from last year's event.
If you are interested in volunteering for the event, or for more information call Wendimere Reilly at 863-419-8584 or email healthchichouse@mac.com.
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Eco-Greetings!
The 2nd Annual Earth Day Celebration at The Health Chic House will take place on Saturday, April 11th, 10am-7pm. There is already a full day of workshops and activities scheduled. See the list at Earth Day 2009.
We are currently accepting applications for vendors, workshop presenters, and entertainers. School/civic groups are encouraged to enter their Earth Day projects. Prizes will be awarded for creativity, content, and usefulness.
Visit the Photo Album to see the highlights from last year's event.
If you are interested in volunteering for the event, or for more information call Wendimere Reilly at 863-419-8584 or email healthchichouse@mac.com.
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