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Sebring Historical Society to Host Pioneer Day on April 13th
2024 Pioneer Day Posted on January 26, 2024 by Wendy Join us for Pioneer Day! Saturday, April 13th from 10 am to 2 pm
Weigle House Announces A Citrus Christmas 2024
A Citrus Christmas 2024 The Weigle House Museum & Gift Shop is excited to announce A Citrus Christmas 2024! November 29th – December 28th (Excluding Christmas Day) Fridays & Saturdays 10 AM – 4 PM Sundays 1 PM – 4 PM
Duncan Ace Hardware Announces Grand Opening Celebration July 20th
Grand Opening Celebration! Saturday, July 20th 9 AM - 6 PM Join us for our Grand Opening Celebration! Food, fun, and deals all day long. Kids' activities, live music, and demonstrations!
Sebring Historical Society Announces 2024-2025 Program Schedule
2024-2025 Programs Friday, September 20, 2024 2:00 p.m. “The History of Medicine in Highlands County” presented by Dr. Kenneth Newins Friday, October 18, 2024 2:00 p.m. “The History of the Railroad in Highlands County” presented by local historian Charles Darr Friday, November 15, 2024 2:00 pm “Early Pioneer Settlers of Highlands County” presented by local historian Charles Darr Friday, January 17, 2025 2:00 pm “The History of Cattle and Ranching in Highlands County” presented by local historian Charles Darr Friday, February 21, 2025 2:00 pm “A History of Citrus in Highlands County” presented by local historian Charles Darr Friday, March 21, 2025 2:00 pm “A History of the early Churches in Highlands County” presented by local historian Charles Darr Friday, April 18, 2025 2:00 pm “A History of the Schools in Highlands County” presented by local historian Charles Darr
The Blue Notes Performing Live at Out-n-About Tonight
Get ready to groove! The Blue Notes are hitting our stage TONIGHT! 🎶🎸 Doors open at 8 PM, show starts at 9 PM. Don't miss out!
Live Music at Out-n-About Bar and Music Lounge Tonight
Live music tonight!
New Bar and Music Lounge Opens in Florida, FL
We're thrilled to announce that Out-n-About Bar and Music Lounge is officially OPEN! Come on down for live music, cold drinks, and good times. See you soon!
Sebring Historical Society to Host Murder Mystery Dinner
April 15, 2023 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Weigle House Museum Don't miss our Murder Mystery Dinner! Join us for a night of intrigue and suspense as you try to solve a deadly crime. Dinner is included, and the show is interactive, so you can become part of the mystery. Tickets are $40 per person. Benefits Sebring Historical Society
Sebring Historical Society Announces November Meeting
November Monthly Meeting November 21 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm The Sebring Historical Society will hold its monthly meeting on November 21, 2024, at 2:00 PM in the Weigle House Museum located at 319 W Center Ave, Sebring.
Sebring Historical Society Announces October Meeting
October Monthly Meeting October 17 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm The Sebring Historical Society will hold its monthly meeting on October 17, 2024, at 2:00 PM in the Weigle House Museum located at 319 W Center Ave, Sebring.
Holiday Food Giveaway Featuring Graham Barton of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
WHAT: Volunteers of America of Florida (VOAF), UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Florida and Graham Barton from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers team up to ensure Tampa residents have access to no-cost nutritious food before the holidays. The event is a drive-thru and each family will receive one food box while supplies last. Food boxes will include a turkey, a mix of fresh produce, pantry staples, and shelf-stable items designed to help prepare well-rounded holiday meals. Metropolitan Ministries will be supplying turkeys and other holiday food items so individuals and families can enjoy a festive and nutritious meal. Staff and volunteers from VOAF and UnitedHealthcare will be on-site to support traffic flow and ensure a quick, safe distribution process. The food boxes will be distributed on a first come first served basis. WHERE: James Cole Village 4011 N. 39th St. Tampa, FL. 33610 WHEN: Tuesday, December 16, 2025 5:30 pm – 7 pm WHY: According to America’s Health Rankings 2024 Report, 12% of households in Florida are unable to provide adequate food for one or more members of the household due to lack of resources. Organizations like Volunteers of America of Florida and events like this help bridge these gaps. Barton’s participation, along with the support of UnitedHealthcare ensures that families have access to food this holiday season. About UnitedHealthcare UnitedHealthcare is dedicated to helping people live healthier lives and making the health system work better for everyone by simplifying the health care experience, meeting consumer health and wellness needs and sustaining trusted relationships with care providers. In the United States, UnitedHealthcare offers the full spectrum of health benefit programs for individuals, employers and Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, and contracts directly with more than 1.7 million physicians and care professionals and 7,000 hospitals and other care facilities nationwide. The company also provides health benefits and delivers care to people through owned and operated health care facilities in South America. UnitedHealthcare is one of the businesses of UnitedHealth Group, a diversified health care company. For more information, visit UnitedHealthcare at www.uhc.com or follow UnitedHealthcare on LinkedIn. About Volunteers of America of Florida Volunteers of America of Florida (VOAF) is a faith-based, human service organization that engages Floridians in need, including unhoused Veterans, individuals and families experiencing homelessness, those diagnosed with mental health and cognitive conditions, and vulnerable seniors. Volunteers of America of Florida creates positive life changes through housing and supportive services (i.e., behavioral health, case management, and more). Thousands of Floridians in-need are served each year across the state of Florida. For more information, visit www.voaflorida.org or check us out on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, or Instagram. CONTACT: Theresa Hunter UnitedHealthcare 414-378-5691 [email protected] The post Volunteers of America of Florida, UnitedHealthcare and Graham Barton from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Team Up for a Holiday Touchdown Food Giveaway Event appeared first on VOA Florida.
Golf Tournament to Benefit Homeless Veterans in Ocala
Ocala, FL — Volunteers of America of Florida (VOAF) invites the public to participate in Swing Fore Heroes: Restoring the Ritz, a charity golf tournament benefiting homeless veterans in Ocala through the Restore the Ritz Capital Campaign. The event will take place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, with a 10:00 a.m. shotgun start at Ocala National Golf Club (4782 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL 34482). Registration is $100 per individual or $400 per foursome. Proceeds will support critical renovations to the historic Ocala Ritz Veterans Village, a transitional housing program for veterans. According to the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, an estimated 32,882 veterans experience homelessness on any given night. Restore the Ritz aims to address this urgent need by raising $3 million to enhance the historic property, allowing it to serve up to 46 veterans at a time with safe housing, case management, mental health support, substance recovery assistance, and employment training. Tournament participants will enjoy 18 holes of golf, cart and swag included, along with food, awards, contests, and prize drawings. Sponsorships, donations, and corporate partnerships are also available. By participating, supporters are not just playing golf; they are helping restore a historic landmark and rebuild lives. WHO: Spokespeople available for interviews include: Stephanie Vranich, Volunteers of America of Florida, Vice President of Development & Outreach [On-Site Contact: 248-321-7048] Carey Kleinmetz, Volunteers of America of Florida, Development Manager [On-site Contact: 727-369-8485] WHERE: Ocala National Golf Club, 4782 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL 34482 WHEN: Saturday, February 21, 2026, Starts at 10:00 a.m. CONTACT: For more information, please contact Stephanie Vranich, [email protected], [248-321-7048] http://voaflorida.org/ For registration, sponsorship opportunities, or to learn more about the Restore the Ritz Campaign, please visit https://www.voaflorida.org/swingforeheroes/ About Volunteers of America of Florida Volunteers of America of Florida is a faith-based, human service organization that engages Floridians in need, including unhoused Veterans, individuals and families experiencing homelessness, those diagnosed with mental health and cognitive conditions, and vulnerable seniors. Volunteers of America of Florida creates positive life changes through housing and supportive services (i.e., behavioral health, case management, and more). Thousands of Floridians in-need are served each year across the state of Florida. For more information, visit www.voaflorida.org, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, or Instagram. The post Swing Fore Heroes: Restoring the Ritz Golf Tournament Supports Homeless Veterans in Ocala appeared first on VOA Florida.
Visionaries of Impact Breakfast
[Saint Petersburg, FL] — Community leaders, partners, and supporters will gather for theVisionaries of Impact Breakfast, an inspiring morning celebrating 130 years of service, whilerecognizing individuals and organizations driving meaningful change in our communities.The event will highlight stories of impact, honor visionary leadership, and bring together thosecommitted to strengthening lives and building resilient communities. EVENT DETAILSEvent: Visionaries of Impact BreakfastDate: Friday, April 24, 2026Time: 8:30 AM – 10:30 AMLocation: Hilton St. Petersburg, 950 Lake Carillon Drive, St. Petersburg, Florida WHAT:The Visionaries of Impact Breakfast will celebrate 130 years of service with remarks fromcommunity leaders and special guests, while honoring individuals whose work is transforminglives and creating lasting community impact. WHO: Community leaders and nonprofit partners Business and civic leaders Event honorees and guest speakers Supporters and advocates for community impact WHY:This milestone event commemorates 130 years of service while honoring partners and supporterswho have helped expand housing opportunities, supportive services, and hope for thousands ofindividuals and families throughout Florida MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES: Interviews with event organizers and honorees Photo opportunities with award recipients and attendees Coverage of keynote remarks and community impact stories RSVP / MORE INFORMATION: https://www.voaflorida.org/voafvisionariesofimpact/ MEDIA CONTACTS:Stephanie VranichVice President of Development and OutreachVolunteers of America of [email protected] Carey KleinmetzDevelopment ManagerVolunteers of America of [email protected] About Volunteers of America of FloridaVolunteers of America of Florida is a faith-based, human service organization that engagesFloridians in need, including unhoused Veterans, individuals and families experiencinghomelessness, those diagnosed with mental health and cognitive conditions, and vulnerableseniors. Volunteers of America of Florida creates positive life changes through housing andsupportive services (i.e., behavioral health, case management, and more). Thousands ofFloridians in-need are served each year across the state of Florida. For more information,visit www.voaflorida.org, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, or Instagram The post Visionaries of Impact Breakfast to Celebrate Community Leadership and Lasting Change appeared first on VOA Florida.
Annual Conference business agenda announced, including resolutions and online briefing
The business agenda for the 2026 Church of the Brethren Annual Conference has been announced. Along with numerous reports and the ballot, the delegate body will receive an interim report from the Review and Evaluation Committee and will consider four items of new business: resolutions on weapons transfer and care for immigrants and refugees, polity adjustments for licensed and commissioned ministers, and the yet-to-be-announced recommended COLA for the pastoral scale. The 2026 Annual Conference is held on June 28 to July 2, a Sunday to Thursday schedule, at the Grand Wayne Convention Center in Fort Wayne, Ind. Register and find out more at www.brethren.org/ac2026 Delegates are requested to attend a district briefing hosted by their member(s) of Standing Committee. In addition to providing information about the Conference, district briefings are important opportunities for delegates to connect prior to attending the Conference. Check with district offices for information about briefing(s) in your district. For delegates who cannot attend their district briefing, the Annual Conference officers are hosting an online briefing on May 27 at 8 p.m. (Eastern time). Register at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ZBmMbL8KTsuPXv9gR6Kz4w#/registration A video featuring Annual Conference moderator Don Fitzkee and secretary David Shumate, assisted by director Rhonda Pittman Gingrich, offers a lighthearted preview of the 2026 Conference (filmed by videographer David Sollenberger). Go to www.brethren.org/ac2026/business Unfinished business Review and Evaluation Interim Report: The Church of the Brethren every decade calls a Review and Evaluation Committee. Elected during the fifth year of each decade, the committee is to review and evaluate the organizational structures and procedures of the denomination and report back with any recommendations of organizational change. Usually the report is made in the seventh year of the decade, but because of additional tasks assigned to this committee, their term is from two to four years. This decade’s Review and Evaluation Committee was elected last year and includes Ilexene Alphonse, Atlantic Southeast District; Lupita Cruz-Ortiz, Virlina District; Chris Douglas, Illinois and Wisconsin District, secretary for the committee; Anna Lisa Gross, Northern Indiana District; and Daniel L. Rudy, Virlina District, committee chair. The committee is bringing an interim report in 2026, outlining its work and activities so far and listing the assigned tasks: “assessing the quality, scope and effectiveness of the denominational structure and program, making recommendations regarding unfinished assignments related to calling denominational leaders, breaking down barriers to full participation in the major conferences of the church and recommending ways that our siblings in Christ, congregations and districts can live and work together in light of ongoing struggles related to the church’s response to LGBTQ+ persons within and beyond the church.” The report includes a recommendation for no further changes to polity responding to the Calling Denominational Leadership query, which asked for consideration of “moving to a slate of nominees; allowing self-nominations and revising eligibility and disqualification rules for elected positions, such as the exclusion of agency board members or staff.” The Review and Evaluation Committee decided “that not enough time had passed to fully evaluate the effects of recent changes to church polity (i.e., the move away from election of agency board members and the loosening of the requirement for the Nominating Committee of Standing Committee to find four candidates for every position on the ballot).” New business Resolution on Weapons Transfer: Recommended by the Mission and Ministry Board, which adopted it in March 2025, this resolution cites Matthew 5:44-46, “Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you…,” to call the church to “examine and respond to the impacts of the arms industry.” It includes sections on the global impact of the US arms trade—noting that “the United States is currently the world’s largest exporter of weapons, with 39 percent of global weapons imports in 2023 coming from the US”—and the Church of the Brethren’s historic opposition to war and the defense industry—noting the church’s centuries long opposition to war and adherence to peacemaking and stated opposition to particular types of weaponry including nuclear weapons and military drones. The closing section offers recommendations for the individual, congregations and districts, and the denomination. Recommendations range from educating about the US arms trade and the biblical call to peacemaking, to divesting from the arms industry, to public advocacy against US arms transfers and the defense industry. Recommendations for Adjustments to the 2014 Ministerial Leadership Paper: Recommended by the Mission and Ministry Board, which adopted them in its March meeting this year, these two proposed adjustments to ministerial polity would affect licensed and commissioned ministers: — Licensed ministers would receive “provisional credential status” in recognition of “the increased number of licensed ministers serving in ministry roles which require them to perform ministry functions normally expected to be carried out by credentialed ministers.” — Commissioned ministers would receive a simpler path to qualify for ordination, in recognition of the cumbersome nature of this procedure. The simpler path being proposed is that the commissioned minister “be in conversation with the Brethren Academy and their credentialing committee to determine what additional training and/or study might be required.” The Ministry Office and the Council of District Executives hold responsibility for reviewing and updating ministerial polity as implemented by the Ministry Advisory Council, which includes three district executives and three representatives from Bethany Seminary and the Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership, convened by the director of the Ministry Office. A review of the 2014 Ministerial Leadership polity is expected to continue through the coming year. Resolution—Walking Together: Immigration, Peacemaking, Conscience, and Supporting Our Neighbors: The Mission and Ministry Board recommends this resolution, which it adopted in March this year, citing Matthew 25:36, “I was a stranger, and you welcomed me.” The resolution has five sections, the first four headed by these statements: “Care for immigrants and refugees is an essential part of the Christian and Church of the Brethren ethic of service and peacemaking.” “Church of the Brethren history and tradition include radical discipleship, conscientious objection, and participation in civil disobedience.” “Faithful civil disobedience is grounded biblically and theologically.” “Support for newcomers and respect for God’s love for justice are reaffirmed.” The last two sections offer calls to action and a closing prayer in several languages. The calls to action for individuals, congregations, districts, and the denomination range from reading and listening to immigrant and refugee stories to public support for immigrant communities to understanding that civil disobedience may be necessary and support may be required for those parts of the denomination that prayerfully participate in civil disobedience. Recommended Cost of Living Adjustment to the Minimum Cash Salary Table for Pastors: The recommendation is yet to be announced by the Pastoral Compensation and Benefits Advisory Committee. Download full texts of all the business documents at www.brethren.org/ac2026/business Find detailed information about the Conference and a link to register at www.brethren.org/ac2026 #cobac26 ———- Find more Church of the Brethren news: Conference business includes resolutions on weapons transfer, care for immigrants and refugees, polity adjustments for licensed and commissioned ministers Essential services of ordinances now available online as For All Who Minister prepares for reprinting Brethren Disaster Ministries Rebuilding Program serves Hurricane Helene and Western Maryland storm survivors Shine Everywhere free six-week worship series helps churches nurture faith at home Feature for Earth Month and Poetry Month: Invitations to look up, to seek abundant life
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Spring Lake April Newsletter: Annual Meeting and Irrigation Schedule
April Newsletter Irrigation Schedule Addresses ending in even numbers water on Tuesday and Friday Addresses ending in odd numbers water on Thursday and Sunday NO WATERING ON MONDAY, WEDNESDAY OR SATURDAY ANNUAL MEETING - April 15th at 6:00 pm at the Community Center
Sensory Friendly Screening of Despicable Me 4 at Silverspot Cinema
Sensory Friendly Screening: Despicable Me 4 Saturday, July 6th - 11:00 AM
Youth Beginner Karate Classes Offered at Alper JCC Miami
Karate: Youth Beginner Location: Fitness & Wellness Center Tuesday 5:15 PM - 6:00 PM 07/09/2024 - 08/29/2024 Grades: K-5 Gender: Coed Members: $190.00 Non-Members: $230.00
Sebring Historical Society to Host Pioneer Day on April 13th
"2024 Pioneer Day Posted on January 26, 2024 by Wendy Join us for Pioneer Day! Saturday, April 13th from 10 am to 2 pm"
Sebring Historical Society to Host Murder Mystery Dinner
"April 15, 2023 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Weigle House Museum Don't miss our Murder Mystery Dinner! Join us for a night of intrigue and suspense as you try to solve a deadly crime. Dinner is included, and the show is interactive, so you can become part of the mystery. Tickets are $40 per person. Benefits Sebring Historical Society"
Sebring Historical Society Announces November Meeting
"November Monthly Meeting November 21 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm The Sebring Historical Society will hold its monthly meeting on November 21, 2024, at 2:00 PM in the Weigle House Museum located at 319 W Center Ave, Sebring."
Sebring Historical Society Announces October Meeting
"October Monthly Meeting October 17 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm The Sebring Historical Society will hold its monthly meeting on October 17, 2024, at 2:00 PM in the Weigle House Museum located at 319 W Center Ave, Sebring."
Weigle House to Host Christmas Open House on December 7th
"December 7, 2024 – Christmas Open House Saturday, December 7, 2024 10:00 am - 2:00 pm"
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