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Florida Community Calendar

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Jacksonville:  The African American Cultural Arts Festival featuring activities, entertainment, food, health care, community vendors and fun will take place May 18-19 at Phillip Randolph Heritage Park, 1659 A. Philip Randolph Blvd. More information: www.africanamericanculturalartsfestival.com or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Kissimmee: A Golf Fundraiser by Sisters Across America Inc., to support young minority women in their pursuit of a professional golf career will be held May 18, at Mystic Dunes Resort and Golf Course with an 8:30 a.m. shotgun start. Open to all golfers.  $100 fee includes prizes and luncheon. More information: Hellen Dennis 866-392-8523, Darlene Cooper 407-217-5198 or sistersacrossamerica.com.

Sanford: The “Why Am I Still Single?” gospel stage play will be at the Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center, 201 S. Magnolia Ave., on May 20 at 4 p.m. Cost: $45 VIP, $35 general admission. More information: Sandy Issacs 407-272-7522 or www.breakawaymoments.com.

Orlando: A “Holy Ghost Fire” tent revival will be held May 20 - June 1 at 7:15 p.m. nightly at 1056 North Pine Hills Road. More information: 407-802-7242 or 407-982-9879.

Tampa: The office of Attorney General Pam Bondi along with the Florida Consortium of Urban League Affiliates presents the 27th National Conference on Preventing Crime in the Black Community May 16-18. For registration, agenda, sponsorships and additional information: www.preventblackcrime.com.

St. Petersburg: The Eta Rho Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity will host the Hook’em up Annual Fishing Trip for Scholarship aboard the Queen Fleet May 19 departing at 8 a.m. Tickets $60. More information: www.etarhoques.com.

Clearwater: The Clearwater Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority presents the Old School Jam May 19. Doors open 9 p.m. at the Ross Norton Recreation Center, 1426 S. Martin Luther King Ave. More information: 727-418-8338 or www.clearwaterdst.org.

Jacksonville: Congresswoman Corrine Brown is inviting the community to attend a pre-job and resource fair through May 18 at the Goodwill of North Florida (904-354-9180) and Jacksonville Urban League (904-356-8336). The annual job fair is May 21 at the Prime Osborn Convention Center. For more information, go to www.corrinebrown.house.gov.

Ocoee: The City of Ocoee will host a Memorial Day Ceremony May 25 at 11 a.m. at Bill Breeze Park.

St. Petersburg: The performing arts program of the Boys & Girls Club of the Suncoast partners with Gibbs High School will provide a platform for local talented students May 11 at 8 p.m. A red carpet photo op for the “stars” will be held at 6:30 p.m. Tickets $12, VIP $50. Proceeds benefit The Arts Scholars Fund to offer scholarships and support to local youth. Tickets: 727-327-6556. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.

Tampa: The King’s Kids Christian Academy and Learning and Development Center will present the Second annual Summer Fest Concert May 10 at 6 p.m. at 3000 N. 34th St. $25. More information: 813-248-6548 ext. 228.

Gulfport: Sign up for Gulfport Police Citizen’s Academy running from June 12 to July 31 on Tuesday evenings from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. More information: Claire Bousman at 727-893-1042.  Applications are available in the police department lobby at 2401 53rd St. S. or online at www.gulfportpolice.com.

Orlando: The Central Florida Pork & Wings BBQ Bash and Competition will be held June 8 from 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. and June 9 from 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. at the Central Florida Fairgrounds, 4603 West Colonial Drive. Admission and parking is free. More information or to reserve vendor space or sponsorship visit www.porkandwingsbbqbash.com or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Tampa: The Fresh Music Festival featuring Guy, SWV, K-Ci & Jo-Jo, Keith Sweat and more will be at the USF Sun Dome July 7 for an 8 p.m. show.

Tampa: Black on Black Rhyme Tampa-Spoken Word/Open Mic is every Tuesday at 9 p.m. at Club Atlanta, 1701 N. Franklin St. More information: 813-810-3582 or www.lifeizpoetry.com.

Orlando: The Orange County Health Department’s WIC Program invites pregnant women and their loved ones to free prenatal breastfeeding basics classes at the Central, Westside, Eastside, Winter Garden and Hoffner offices monthly. Dates and times: 407-836-2684.

Coral Gables: The Stylistics, The Delfonics and Blue Magic will perform during the Mother’s Day Classic at the BankUnited Center May 13 for an 8 p.m. show.

Fort Lauderdale: Accepting your half-siblings and life coaching will be discussed at the Broward County African-American Research Library and Cultural Center book talk at 2 p.m. on May 19 at 2650 Sistrunk Blvd. More information: 954-357-6282.

Tampa: The office of Attorney General Pam Bondi along with the Florida Consortium of Urban League Affiliates presents the 27th National Conference on Preventing Crime in the Black Community May 16-18. For registration, agenda, sponsorships and additional information: www.preventblackcrime.com.

Coral Springs: Basil Dawkins presents the stage play “Where is My Father?” May 13, 7 p.m. at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts, 2855 Coral Springs Drive. Tickets are $40 orchestra, $35 general. More information: 954-344-5990.

Miramar: Jeffrey Osborne, Millie Jackson, Ken Boothe and more will be at the Miramar Regional Park in Miramar July 8 for a 3 p.m. show.

Miami: The Healthy Start Coalition of Miami-Dade will host four days of Perinatal Loss Professional Development Seminars.  Sessions will provide physicians, nurses, social workers, counselors and hospital chaplains working in the field of maternal and infant health with tools to help families bereaving the death of a baby.  The free classes will take place May 16-19 at Homewood Suites: 5500 Blue Lagoon Drive. More information and to register, visit hscmd.org, call 305-541-0210 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Coral Gables: The Coral Gables Museum invites the public to submit a personal photograph of “The City Beautiful” for a chance to exhibit at the museum and win prizes. This skill-based photography contest is open to all ages. Awards will be determined by a professional jury and a public vote. Submissions must be received by May 21. For contest rules and to submit your photo entry, visit www.coralgablesmueum.org.

Palm Beach: The ninth annual Jerk and Caribbean Culture Festival celebrating Jamaica’s 50th year of independence will be held May 28 from 2 p.m. - 10 p.m. at the Meyer Amphitheater, 104 Datura St. Children 12 and under free. Adults $15 presale, $25 at the gate. More information: www.pbjerkfestival.com or 561-8568478.

Fort Lauderdale: Broward County Library presents the African-American Research Library and Cultural Center highlights for May to include prearranged group tours available during library hours at 2650 Sistrunk Blvd. More information: 954-357-5950. Free homework help is also available for students grades K through 12 at 3 p.m. More information: 954-357-6157.

Miami: The Best of the Best concert will be held Memorial Day weekend May 27 at Bicentennial Park. Featured artists include Shaggy, Mavado, DJ Khaled, John Holt and Marcia Griffiths. Information: Bestofthebestconcert.com.

 

Last Updated ( Thursday, 10 May 2012 11:43 )