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March 2009

Tupperware Party

Lake Placid Art League Monthly Meeting

Woodcarvers Open House

Interlake Merchants Street Party

57th Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring

CPR CLASS

April 2009

Terry Madden Watercolor Technique Seminar

Saturday, February 28
Sunday, March 1
Hours: Saturday 9:00 - 4:00 / Sunday 1:00 - 4:00
Location: The Art Studio, 212 Main Ave. N.
Sponsor: The Art Studio Gallery and Gift Shop
Fee: $ 75.00

Terry Madden Watercolor Techniques will enhance your ability to paint all of the specific items from this class. Class structure is as follows:

Trees - Palm trees, Pine trees & more
Skies - Sunsets, sunrises, clouds
Rocks - Cliffs, stones, flat rocks
Water - Ocean waves, lakes, streams, waterfalls

Terry Madden has done for watercolor what Bob Ross did for oils he has made it very easy. Jeni is a Certified Madden Teacher and has been teaching Terry's techniques for over 6 years. Come join us for two fun filled days.

For more information please contact Jeni Novak Artist & Instructor, Email: jcbmct@htn.net, Phone: 863-465-1710, Cell: 863-273-9098

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Blood Drive
www.fbcdonor.org

Hours: 3pm - 6pm
Location: Seacoast National Bank - 199 US 27 N., Lake Placid
Sponsor: Seacoast National Bank

Florida Blood Drive

For more information please contact Mari Barajas, Email: Mari.Barajas@seacoastnational.com, Phone: 465-4834, Fax: 465-7293

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Lions Club Relay for Life BBQ

Hours: 11 A.M.- 1 P.M.
Location: Stuart Park- Lions Pavilion
Sponsor: Lake Placid Lions Club
Fee: $8.00 for 1/2 chicken dinner

Lake Placid Lions Club will donate all the profits from their BBQ to the Relay for Life fundraiser. For your $8.00, you get a large 1/2 chicken, made from scratch baked beans and coleslaw plus a roll and iced tea. Meals will be delivered if you order 4 or more dinners. Tickets are available from Miles Lambert, Dolly Breig, Terri Koopman or Judy Galm. Come support our Relay for Life BBQ.

For more information please contact Judy Galm, ljhottub@strato.net, Phone: 863-655-2973

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Tupperware Party
www.caladiumarts.org

Hours: 1:00 p.m.---
Location: 132 E. Interlake Blvd.
Sponsor: Caladium Arts and Crafts Cooperative

Dottie Beal, a Tupperware manager from Jacksonville, FL will be conducting the party. She will be demonstrating new products. This is a fundraiser for the Co-op and everyone is invited. Refreshments will be served.

For more information please contact Mary Gebhart, Phone: 863-465-2138

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12th Annual Greater Lake Placid Chamber of Commerce Bass Tournament

Hours: Safe light until 2:30 p.m.
Location: Lake June - Ball Park Ramp
Sponsor: Glades Electric Cooperative, Inc., News Sun & Seacoast National Bank

This is a team tournament. Only two participants per boat and each boat must have two participants. Entry Fee is $100 per team. This includes $10.00 Big Bass. Big Bass will be 100% payback. Registration - Boats will take off in the order in which entries are received. May pay at the ramp (by exact cash or by check for exact amount made payable to the Lake Placid Chamber of Commerce). Tournament Hours are Safe light to 2:30 p.m. All boats must be in the basin prior to designated return time or they will be disqualified. NO EXCEPTIONS! 50 boat limit.

Rules & Entry Form

For more information please contact Eileen May, Email: chamber@lpfla.com, Phone: 465-4331, Fax: 465-2588.

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Jewelry Wire Workshop

Hours: 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location: The Art Studio
Sponsor: The Art Studio Gallery & Gift Shop
Fee: $ 27.00

Bring a spool of 20 gauge wire and 17 gauge wire...do not use top quality wire (remember you are learning). You can use 17 gauge galvanized wire that you can purchase in the electronic dept of Home Depot. It should run about $3.00 or $4.00. You might be able to get 20 gauge wire there too, but if not... you might be able to get it at Micheal's...If you would like a contrast on the bracelet (the 20 gauge wire can be in copper or a gold color)... I will provide the glass stones (I have some on hand.) I do have some tools, but please bring yours if you have them...using your own tools helps a project to go a lot smoother and that way you don't have to wait for a tool.
Hope to see you there. Call and register early the class limited to 10 people at a time. You will be able to see more projects when you get there... Kathy
Just a note from Jeni owner and artist. I was extremely pleased with the first class Kathy taught at my studio and I'm very excited about her returning to do more jewelry classes. You will have a fun time and learn more than you can imagine. See ya soon, Jeni

For more information please contact Jeni Novak, Email: jcbmct@htn.net, Phone: 863-465-1710, Cell: 863-273-9098

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Internet Marketing Seminar
www.emaxevents.com

Hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Quality Inn - Sebring
Fee: $35

The event admission price has been lowered to $35 and the location had to be changed to the Quality Inn in Sebring due to special requirements requested by the speaker.

Internet Marketing Seminar presented by Dan Stojadinovic a nationally recognized authority. He is a truly inspirational person. Not only is he a nationally recognized authority on how to make the internet work for you but his story of where he came from, how he got here and what he did when he got here will make you want to stand up and cheer. Google his name and see for yourself.
HERE IS THE VALUE OF HIS MESSAGE - Learning how to go beyond putting a website up on the net. Learning how to turn that website into a dynamo of action for you.

For more information please contact Mack Payne, mackpayne@gmail.com, Phone: 863-441-0479, Fax: 863-699-1870

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Greater Lake Placid Chamber of Commerce Membership Luncheon will be held on March 11th. Our guest speaker will be Dan Murphy, Executive Director of the Highlands County EDC . The luncheon will be held at the Lake Placid Elks Lodge, 12:00 noon. Cost is $8.00 per person. Please confirm your reservation by calling the Chamber at 465-4331 or email at chamber@lpfla.com no later than March 9th. Don’t forget to bring your business cards so that you will be eligible to win valuable door prizes.

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Taste of Home Cooking School
www.highlandstoday.com

Hours: 5pm - 9pm
Location: South Florida Community College (Avon Park)
Sponsor: Highlands Today
Fee: $15.00 each (Group Buy f= $12.00 each)

Experience the excitement and fun of live cooking demonstrations At one of our nationwide cooking shows, right here in town! Doors Open at 5pm, Show Starts at 7pm. Tickets are going fast! Contact Krystal for Tickets!!! (863) 386-5814. The Taste of Homes Cooking School audiences will experience a 2-hour demonstration of fabulous recipes.The Culinary Specialists show a step-by-step demonstration on how to create favorite dishes. Additionally, everyone will receive an attractive gift bag and the Taste of Homes Quick Cooking Cookbook along with the Taste of Home Cooking School Special Section published by The Highlands Today. Audiences have the opportunity to register for outstanding door prizes, and a chance to win the recipes created on stage that night! Don t Miss Out On This Great Experience!

For more information please contact Krystal M Lanier, Email: klanier@highlandstoday.com, Phone: 863-386-5814

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Trash and Treasure Sale/Chili Luncheon
www.caladiumarts.org

Hours: Trash & Treasure Sale 9:30-1:30 Lunch 11:30-1:30
Location: 132 E. Interlake Blvd.
Sponsor: Caladium Co-op

Trash and Treasure sale (Garage or Yard Sale). Chili Luncheon $5.00 This includes chili, cornbread, ice tea and dessert. Shop and have a delicious lunch also.

For more information please contact Gail Tuttle, Phone: 740-794-1078

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Blood Drive/Bloodmobile

Hours: 2:30 pm-5:00 pm
Location: SFCC/LP Ctr-500 E Interlake, LP, FL
Sponsor: Florida's Blood Centers

The Bloodmobile will be parked diagonally in front of the Lake Placid branch of South Florida Community College from 2:30-5:00pm. Please note-unfortunately, the previous scheduled date of 02/23/09 was cancelled and rescheduled to this date.

For more information please contact Melanie Moody, moodym@southflorida.edu, Phone: 863-465-3003, Fax: 863-465-9302

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Beginning Woodcarving

Hours: 6pm-9pm
Location: Lake Placid Art League
Sponsor: Lake Placid Art League
Fee: $2.00/person donation

The Lake Placid Woodcarvers will be offering a class just for you. This is your opportunity to try your hand at a wonderful hobby, geared toward adults who cannot attend class during the day and need a hobby. This is a registration and orientation at the Lake Placid Art League, 127 Dall Hall Blvd, Lake Placid. All carvers and potential carvers are welcome. Classes will begin on March 31st.

For more information please contact Ken Lorant or Norman Pelland, Phone: 863-699-6909 or 863-465-5510

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Lake Placid Art League Monthly Meeting

Hours: 5pm
Location: Lake Placid Art League, 127 Dall Hall Blvd
Sponsor: Lake Placid Art League
Free

Come join us for a visit or become a member!!!

For more information please contact Pat Keesling, Email: mahagg@embarqmail.com, Phone: 863-699-2058

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Woodcarvers Open House

Hours: 4:30pm-7:00pm
Location: Lake Placid Art League
Sponsor: Lake Placid Art League
Free

Come to our monthly Open House. This month the Lake Placid Woodcarvers will be displaying their projects from this season as well as some of their work from the past. It is free and refreshments will be served.

For more information please contact Pat Keesling, Email: mahagg@embarqmail.com, Phone: 863-699-2058

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Interlake Merchants Street Party

Hours: 6 to 8 PM
Location: Interlake Blvd. between Pine and Magnolia
Sponsor: Allaire's Hair & Nail Designs

Interlake Merchants Street Party in Lake Placid Friday, March 20. On Friday evening, March 20, merchants on Interlake Blvd. in Lake Placid will host a street party event with music, food and
Sidewalk sales from 6pm to 8 pm. A portion of Interlake Blvd. will be closed to permit pedestrian traffic and to accommodate special events. Expected events this month include motorcycle display, motorsports display, and home improvement displays. Lake Placid area Fire Departments will have engines on the street and will have safety information available, along with the Red Cross and ABATE. Miss Lake Placid will be hosting local fundraising events in Johns Park, and the clowns will be in attendance. Many merchants are planning sidewalk displays and raffles. For more information, call Kathy Allaire at 465-4646

For more information please contact Kathy Allaire, Email: tomallairesr@embarqmail.com, Phone: 863.465.4646

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Sonny Serafino Workshop

Hours: 1:00pm-3:00pm
Location: Lake Placid Art League
Sponsor: Lake Placid Art League
Fee: $5.00/ person

Renowned author Sonny Serafino will present a workshop on "Writing Your Memoirs".

For more information please contact Elise Kruft, Email: mahagg@embarqmail.com, Phone: 863-699-1800

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CPR CLASS
www.lppd.com

Hours: 5:30 PM to about 8:30PM
Location: Lake Placid Volunteer Fire Department
Fee: $30.00
Sponsor: Lake Placid Police

American Heart Association CPR Class - Two year certification.

For more information please contact Chief Phil Williams, Email: chief@lppd.org, Phone: 863-699-3757.

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Wonderful World of Orchids
orchidsocietyhighlands.org

Saturday, March 28, 2009
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Hours: Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Bert J. Harris, Jr. Agricultural Center, 4509 George Blvd,, Sebring, FL
Fee: $2 per person

The Highland Orchid Society presents the "Wonderful World of Orchids," an opportunity for area residents and guests to view gorgeous blooming orchids, to learn about orchids, and even to buy orchids and supplies from outstanding vendors. The 2-day event welcomes all who are interested in growing or simply admiring orchids. Two Orchid Societies and a number of individuals will display plants and will be happy to answer guests' questions. Judges will award prizes to best plants in numerous categories. Admission $2 per person, at the Bert J. Harris, Jr. Agricultural Center on George Blvd. off Highway 27 south in Sebring.

For more information please contact Ed Fabik, orchidman124@yahoo.com, Cell: 863-414-5424

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Spring Break Kids Art Camp

Thursday, April 2nd and Friday, April 3rd
Hours: Two Sessions 10:00 - 1:00 or 2:00 - 5:00
Location: The Art Studio 212 Main Ave. N.
Sponsor: The Art Studio
Fee: $ 15.00 + Small supply fee when applicable

Two Days of fun filled art projects. Ceramic, painting and crafts. Ages 6 and up. Parents can attend with their child, but must pay the class fee as well and will be making the same projects as your child. A great way to spend quality creative time with your child. Seating is limited so please either call or come by and sign up now to reserve your spot. Also, don't forget about our 5 week Kids Summer Art Camp coming up June 15th - July 17th. Hope to see you there. Thanks and God Bless, Jeni

For more information please contact Jeni Novak Owner / Artist/ Teacher, Email: jcbmct@htn.net, Phone: 863-465-1710, Cell: 863-273-9098.

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Annual Easter Egg Hunt
www.visitlakeplacidflorida.com/merchants

Hours: 9 a.m. sharp
Location: Lake June Ballfields
Sponsor: Lake Placid Merchants Association

This very popular event is open to children, walking age up to 5th grade. There will also be a field set up for the Miracle League. Be there at 9 a.m. for a fun-filled time!

Help Lake Placid Merchants Sponsor the Annual Easter Egg Hunt - Drop off your toys, stuffed animals, and/or cash donations at Home & Office Essentials 204 S. Main Avenue 465-1661. Call for Sponsorship Levels!

For more information please contact Jeanne Fortier, Email: homeofficeessentials@earthlink.net, Phone: 863-465-1661, Cell: 863-243-7707, Fax: 863-465-1799.

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The Greater Lake Placid Chamber of Commerce Membership Luncheon. Glades Electric Cooperative, Inc. will provide our speaker and they will also be the sponsor of this luncheon. . The luncheon will be held at the Lake Placid Elks Lodge, 12:00 noon. Cost is $8.00 per person. Please confirm your reservation by calling the Chamber at 465-4331 or email at chamber@lpfla.com no later than April 6th. Don’t forget to bring your business cards so that you will be eligible to win valuable door prizes.

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Vets Annual Golf Tournament

Hours: Scramble Tee Off 8:30 A.M.
Location: Placid Lakes Country Club
Sponsor: Placid Post 25 American Legion
Fee: $60.00

Third annual golf tourney initiated by the 40 & 8 of Placid Post 25 American Legion is a 4 player mixed scramble golf tournament featuring fun golf, refreshments, 4 hole in one prizes, 4 closest to the pin prizes, trophies for top 3 teams, door prizes and our special rib lunch at the Legion at 2 p.m. The event is primarily to raise money for Highlands County Veterans experiencing tough times.

For more information please contact Commander JP Plunkett, Email: jpsenior@htn.net, Phone: 863-441-4103

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Lake Placid Town Hall Meeting
www.drugfreehighlands.org

Hours: Doors open 6:30, event 7 pm to 8 pm
Location: Lake Placid High School
Sponsor: Drug Free Highlands

Mayor Katsanis is hosting a Town Hall Meeting on April 16, 2009 at Lake Placid High School from 7 to 8 pm. All parents and concerned citizens are encouraged to join local professional from law enforcement, the educational system, the judicial system, and other community leaders in a discussion regarding the risks associated with underage drinking and the positive solutions that address this urgent issue.

For more information please contact Mayor Tom Katsanis, Email: Thomas_Katsanis@mylakeplacid.org, Phone: (863) 699-0457, Cell: (863) 699-0426.

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"Miss Lake Placid" Blood Drive

Hours: 10:00-2:00
Location: Lake Placid Publix, 350 US Hway 27 N

The blood drive is going to be from 10:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m. held @ Publix. Libby Coughlin, owner of Cohan Radio Group will be there.

For more information please contact Taylor Conklin, miss_lakeplacid_09@yahoo.com, Phone: (863) 465-4150, Cell: (863) 441-4104.

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Relay For Life of Lake Placid
www.relayforlife.org/lakeplacidfl

Friday, May 1, 2009
Saturday, May 2, 2009
Hours: 6:00 p.m. until 12:00 noon
Location: Lake Placid High School Football Field
Sponsor: American Cancer Society
Fee: Team Registration $100

Relay for Life is a fun-filled overnight event to honor our local cancer survivors and caregivers, remember those lost to the disease and raise money to fight cancer and provide local services to cancer patients in the Lake Placid community. YOU can help us by joining the 2009 Planning Committee, starting or joining a Relay for Life team or simply by showing up and participating in the amazing event. ALL are welcome.

For more information please contact Denise Benavides, Email: denise.benavides@cancer.org, Phone: 866-739-5288 ext 5802, Cell: 863-832-0060, Fax: 863-767-0768

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Recycled Trash Fashion Contest

Hours: 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Location: Agri-Civic Center on Hwy 27
Sponsor: Keep Highlands County Beautiful, Inc.
Fee: $5.00 donation per person
Display Booth - $25.00

Look Out Paris! Highlands County is about to change the face of Fashion Forever!! Start planning now! Youth and Adult Categories! Outfits must be made of at least 75% recycled or reused materials that otherwise would be thrown away or recycled. All proceeds support our programs. Keep Highlands County Beautiful is a 501(c)3 Nonprofit Organization.

For more information please contact Email: scooper@hcbcc.org, Phone: 863-655-6477, Fax: 863-655-6480.

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Smokey Joe's Cafe
www.highlandslittletheatre.org

August 21, 2009
September 6, 2009
Hours: Varies by date
Location: Highlands Little Theatre
Sponsor: Corporate Sponsorship Available
Fee: $15 Show Only, $20 Sunday Dessert Matinee, $40 Prime Rib Dinner & Show Friday and Saturday

Leiber and Stoller, as much as anyone, invented rock n roll. Electrifying entertainment set in an idealized 50 s setting. The classic themes of love won, lost and imagined blend with hilarious set pieces and slice of life emotions. Featuring nearly 40 of the greatest pop songs ever recorded, it s great musical theatre.

For more information please contact Box Office, Phone: 863-382-2525

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6th Annual LP Noon Rotary Wild Game Dinner
www.lpnr.com

Hours: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: CR 29, 5 miles east of US 27, Parker Island
Sponsor: Remax Realty, Glades Electric, Seminole Tire, Elliott Optical, Florida Hospital, Lake Placid Health Care, Lake Placid Marine, Scott's Funeral Home, etc
Fee: $75.00 per person
multiple sponsorship levels avail.

The setting is in the middle of an oak hammock at Parker Island. Come and enjoy the ambience while trying gator tail & ribs, catfish, frog legs, venison, roasted pig & buffalo wings. Get a side dish of swamp cabbage, fried cornbread, trail fuel (beans), and Parker Island stew. Finish it off with homemade ice cream, snake cake & apple crisp. There is live music, live auctions, silent auctions, gun raffles & plenty of door prizes. It's the event of the season!

For more information please contact David Smith, Email: smithdavidj55@hotmail.com, Phone: 863-214-4987, Cell: 863-214-4987, Fax: 863-465-2054.

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