When I first moved to Highlands County (I'm a city slicker!!!) I thought this place is as dead as can be. Looking at the Calendar of Events just for this month...................it doesn't look dead at all:
July 1 - Sun n' Lakes Annual Independence Day Celebration, a variety of vendors: Fireman's BBQ, Sun n'lake Hot Dogs, Brats & Philly Cheese Steak Cart. Entertainers ~ raffles ~ giveaways ~ games ~ prizes ~ clowns. Pool is open...bring your swimsuits, chairs & blankets. Tickets on sale at the (Sun n' Lakes) Town Hall or the clubhouse or to sponsor a table call 863-385-4830 Ext. 3. Adult tickets $10 * Children under 12 $5. Ticket includes entry into event, 1 meal from vendor, & automatic entry into drawing.
July 1 - Summer VERB Program at Highlands Hammock State Park 8 am to sunset, Sun n' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close, bowling at Kegel Bowling Center, Royal Palms Bowling Center ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) Call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information
July 1 - Heartland Harmonizer Quartet @Emmual United Church of Christ 9:30 am for more information call 863-471-1999. Open to the public.
July 2 - Summer VERB Program at Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close. Also bowling at Kegel Bowling Center & Royal Palms Bowling Center, ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 2 - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at K Aluminum located at 4420 US Hwy 27 South. Call 471-9906 for additional information.
July 2-6 - Crusade Summer Camp presented by Heartland Christian School. This weeks theme "Hangin' With Jesus" field trip to The Holy Land, call 863-385-3850 for more information. Open to the Public
July 3 - Summer VERB Program at Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close, bowling at Kegel Bowling Center, Royal Palms, Gator Board Shop and Avon Park Swimming Pool 6-8 pm $1 swim ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 3 - Religious Sign Language class taught at Faith Missionary Baptist Church from 6-8. For more information call 863-471-6730 or email uphand@earthlink.net
July 4 - July 4th Fireworks over Lake Jackson in Sebring, presented by The Young Professionals, 9pm @ The City Pier, Young Professionals are accepting donations for the fireworks. Fireworks kick off begins 4pm at the Civic Center, food, fun & entertainment.
July 4 - Elks Club 9 am salute to the veterans, VFW Post 4300 post colors, 21 gun salute, 3:30-6:30 pm picnic, live music 4:30-7:30 pm. Avon Park fireworks display from Donaldson Park 9 pm. Lake Placid fireworks 9 pm over Lake June
July 4 - The Firecracker 5K Race 7:30 am call Chet @ 863-385-4736 for more information
July 4 - Summer VERB Program at Sun n' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close. Also bowling at Kegel July 4 -Bowling Center & Royal Palms Bowling Center, ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call Derek Carlton 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 5 -"The Blood Mobile at the Sebring Welcome Center" 227 US Hwy 27 N. call Carmon Sealander at 863-382-4499 for more information.
July 5 - Summer VERB Program at Sun n' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close, bowling at Kegel Bowling Center, Royal Palms Bowling Center, Gator Board Skate Extravaganza and Lake Placid Swimming Pool 6-8 pm $1 swim ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber) call Derek Carlton 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 5 - Religious Sign Language class taught at Faith Missionary Baptist Church from 1-3 for more information call 863-471-6730 or email uphand@earthlink.net
July 6 - Summer VERB Program at Sun n' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close. Also bowling at Kegel Bowling Center & Royal Palms Bowling Center, ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call Derek Carlton 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 6-12 Dixie Youth Baseball Tourney 6 pm @ Max Long Opening Ceremonies, * double elimination *20 teams from around the state. For more information call Gayle Johnson 381-0692, Tim Baker 381-0701, Paul Sebring 381-0337 or Bill Westergom 381-9437.
July 7 - Bike Motorcross Racing, at the clay pits off Stryker Rd. Practice begins 6pm to 7:30pm and race from 8 pm to closing. Any questions call Mark Jones @ 863-214-3442 Every Thursday, practice from 6pm to 8pm.
July 7 & 8 - Christmas in July Art & Crafts show at the Kenilworth Lodge, this show features about 25 different exhibitors. Find a variety of hand made items, such as hand painted glassware, jewelry, and hand made soaps, gourmet food items, home decor and clothing. Free Admission. Call 863-385-0111 or www.kenilworthlodge.com.
July 7 & 8 - Summer VERB Program at Highlands Hammock State Park 8 am to sunset, Sun n' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close, bowling at Kegel Bowling Center, Royal Palms Bowling Center ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 9 - Summer VERB Program at Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close. Also bowling at Kegel Bowling Center & Royal Palms Bowling Center, ages 9-12 yrs., (VERD cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 9-12 - Orchid Hill Stables' camps! Cost includes lunch, snacks, drinks, and all riding equipment.
Contact Sarah Holton at (863) 655-1582 for more information and registration packet.
July 9-13 - Highlands Art League Summer Program for Kids, "Painting The Color Spectrum" age 8 & up from 9 am - 12 pm. "Furniture Painting " age 11 & up, 9 am - 12 pm. "Art With Janet King" 8 & up. Call 385-5312 or email events@highlandsartleague.com for more information.
July 9-13 - Crusade Summer Camp presented by Heartland Christian School. This week's theme "Wacky Wood with Mr. Coffin" field trip to Home Depot call 863-385-3850 for more information. Open to the Public
July 10 - Sebring Chamber Membership Breakfast sponsored by (to be announced) 6:45 am at Kenilworth Lodge (Program will be on the Triathlon)
July 10 - Summer VERB Program at Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close, bowling at Kegel Bowling Center, Royal Palms, Gator Board Shop and Avon Park Swimming Pool 6-8 pm $1 swim ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call 863-382-7221 Derek Carlton for more information.
July 10 - Religious Sign Language class taught at Faith Missionary Baptist Church. Tuesday nights from 6-8. For more information call 863-471-6730 or email uphand@earthlink.net
July 11 - Summer VERB Program at Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close. Also bowling at Kegel Bowling Center & Royal Palms Bowling Center, ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 12 - Religious Sign Language class taught at Faith Missionary Baptist Church from 1-3 for more information call 863-471-6730 or email uphand@earthlink.net
July 12 - Summer VERB Program at Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close, bowling at Kegel Bowling Center, Royal Palms Bowling Center, Gator Board Skate Extravaganza and Lake Placid Swimming Pool 6-8 pm $1 swim ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 13 - ARC 50th Anniversary @ SFCC in the Gym, old car parade, 50's music and games 9 - 11:30 am Luncheon & awards 11:30 am - 1 pm. 1 pm -2 pm entertainment & music, 50's dress optional. Call for reservation by July 6 @ 863-452-1295 ask for Linda Wells or Ext. 106.
July 13 - Summer VERB Program at Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close. Also bowling at Kegel Bowling Center & Royal Palms Bowling Center, ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 14 - Saturday Night Cruise downtown Circle Park Dr. 6 pm until...Call 863-385-4803 or email rjk1rjr@aol.com for more information.
July 14 - Heartland Triathlon Pasta Bash 6 pm "Post Race Party & Entertainment" at The Civic Center, tickets $12 ea. Guess Speaker is Sarah Reinertson. http://www.heartlandtri.org/ or call 863-385-8448 for more information.
July 14 - Bike Motorcross Racing, at the clay pits off Stryker Rd. Practice begins 6pm to 7:30pm and race from 8 pm to closing. Any question call 863-214-3442. Mark Jones, Track Director. Every Thursday, practice from 6pm to 8pm.
July 14 - VERB's FLIP FLOP DAY call 863-382-7221 Derek Carlton for more information
July 14 & 15 - Summer VERB Program at Highlands Hammock State Park 8 am to sunset, Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close, bowling at Kegel Bowling Center, Royal Palms Bowling Center ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 15 - Heartland Triathlon presented by Florida Hospital, Heartland Division for more information or to register you may go to http://www.heartlandtri.org/, or pick an application at Sebring Chamber of Commerce Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (CLYDESDALE/ATHENA - Men 200+ pounds, women 150+ pounds. Weigh-in required at check-in.)
July 16 - Summer VERB Program at Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close. Also bowling at Kegel Bowling Center & Royal Palms Bowling Center, ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 16-19 - Orchid Hill Stables' camps! Cost includes lunch, snacks, drinks, and all riding equipment.Contact Sarah Holton at (863) 655-1582 for more information and registration packet.
July 16-20 - Crusade Summer Camp presented by Heartland Christian School. This weeks theme "Soak N Wet" field trip to Cypress Gardens call 863-385-3850 for more information. Open to the Public
July 16-20 - Highlands Art League Summer Program for Kids, "Dynamic Designs" age 8 & up "Animal Adventures" 6 & up 9 am - 12 pm. Call 385-5312 or email events@highlandsartleague.com for more information.
July 17 - Summer VERB Program at Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close, bowling at Kegel Bowling Center, Royal Palms, Gator Board Shop and Avon Park Swimming Pool 6-8 pm $1 swim ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call 863-382-7221 Derek Carlton for more information.
July 17 - Religious Sign Language class taught at Faith Missionary Baptist Church from 6-8. For more information call 863-471-6730 or email uphand@earthlink.net
July 18 - Summer VERB Program at Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close. Also bowling at Kegel Bowling Center & Royal Palms Bowling Center, ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 19 - Sebring Chamber After Hours Business Mixer 5-7 pm sponsored by DayJet, to be held at Sebring Regional Airport. 5 - 7 PM
July 19 - June 28 - Summer VERB Program at Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close, bowling at Kegel Bowling Center, Royal Palms Bowling Center, Gator Board Skate Extravaganza and Lake Placid Swimming Pool 6-8 pm $1 swim ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber) call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 19 - Religious Sign Language class taught at Faith Missionary Baptist Church from 1-3 for more information call 863-471-6730 or email uphand@earthlink.net
July 20 - Summer VERB Program at Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close. Also bowling at Kegel Bowling Center & Royal Palms Bowling Center, ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 21 - Bike Motorcross Racing, at the clay pits off Stryker Rd. Practice begins 6pm to 7:30 pm and race from 8 pm to closing. Any question call 863-214-3442. Mark Jones, Track Director. Every Thursday, practice from 6pm to 8pm.
July 21 - VERB LIVING ON THE EDGE ages 9-12 call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information
July 21 & 22 - Summer VERB Program at Highlands Hammock State Park 8 am to sunset, Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close, bowling at Kegel Bowling Center, Royal Palms Bowling Center ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information
July 23 - Summer VERB Program at Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close. Also bowling at Kegel Bowling Center & Royal Palms Bowling Center, ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 23-26 - Orchid Hill Stables' camps! Cost includes lunch, snacks, drinks, and all riding equipment.Contact Sarah Holton at (863) 655-1582 for more information and registration packet.
July 23-27 - Highlands Art League Summer Program for Kids, "Fun with Nature" ages 6 & up from 9 am - 12 pm. Call 385-5312 or email events@highlandsartleague.com for more information.
July 23-27 - Crusade Summer Camp presented by Heartland Christian School. This week's theme "Scrapbooking with Mrs. Dailey" field trip Kegel Bowling Alley call 863-385-3850 for more information. Open to the Public
July 24 - Summer VERB Program at Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close, bowling at Kegel Bowling Center, Royal Palms, Gator Board Shop and Avon Park Swimming Pool 6-8 pm $1 swim ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber) call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 24 - July 17 - Summer VERB Program at Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close, bowling at Kegel Bowling Center, Royal Palms, Gator Board Shop and Avon Park Swimming Pool 6-8 pm $1 swim ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call 863-382-7221 Derek Carlton for more information.
July 24 - Religious Sign Language class taught at Faith Missionary Baptist Church from 6-8. For more information call 863-471-6730 or email uphand@earthlink.net
July 25 - FREE BUSINESS SEMINAR "STEPS TO START A SMALL BUSINESS" 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.At the Heartland Workforce Center 2730 US 27 North Sebring, Florida. Call to reserve a seat Learn which licenses you need, how to market your business, and why you need a business plan. For more information call Bob at 385-3672, ext. 240
July 25 - The New Residence Inn Marriott "Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony". More information coming soon.
July 26 - Gallery Walk in Historic Downtown Sebring. 5-8 pm call Linda Kegley 863-382-2332 or visit http://www.gallerywalksebring.com/ for more information.
July 26 - Religious Sign Language class taught at Faith Missionary Baptist Church from 1-3 for more information call 863-471-6730 or email uphand@earthlink.net
July 26-28 - Avon Park Beach Boopers "Splash & Boogie" Chill - Out Party. A fun weekend- with great music and hospitality. For reservations and more information call 800-423-5939.
July 26 - June 28 - Summer VERB Program at Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close, bowling at Kegel Bowling Center, Royal Palms Bowling Center, Gator Board Skate Extravaganza and Lake Placid Swimming Pool 6-8 pm $1 swim ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber) call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 27 - Summer VERB Program at Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close. Also bowling at Kegel Bowling Center & Royal Palms Bowling Center, ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 28 - Bike Motorcross Racing, at the clay pits off Stryker Rd. Practice begins 6pm to 7:30pm and race from 8 pm to closing. Any question call 863-214-3442. Mark Jones, Track Director. Every Thursday, practice from 6pm to 8pm.
July 28 - VERB ROCK N' POOL PARTY ages 9-12 call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 28 & 29 - Summer VERB Program at Highlands Hammock State Park 8 am to sunset, Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close, bowling at Kegel Bowling Center, Royal Palms Bowling Center ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information
July 30 - Summer VERB Program at Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close. Also bowling at Kegel Bowling Center & Royal Palms Bowling Center, ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 30 - Aug 2 - Orchid Hill Stables' camps! Cost includes lunch, snacks, drinks, and all riding equipment. Contact Sarah Holton at (863) 655-1582 for more information and registration packet.
July 30 - Aug 3 - Crusade Summer Camp presented by Heartland Christian School. This week's theme "Mad Science with Mr. Pearson" field trip to Caving call 863-385-3850 for more information. Open to the Public
July 31 - Summer VERB Program at Sun N' Lakes Golf Club 12 pm - to close, bowling at Kegel Bowling Center, Royal Palms, Gator Board Shop and Avon Park Swimming Pool 6-8 pm $1 swim ages 9-12 yrs., (VERB cards can also be picked up at Sebring Chamber of Commerce 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) call Derek Carlton @ 863-382-7221 for more information.
July 31 - Religious Sign Language class taught at Faith Missionary Baptist Church from 6-8. For more information call 863-471-6730 or email uphand@earthlink.net
