The Plant City Community Choir has changed its name to The Plant City Community Chorale. After the election of a new board of directors and the installation of its new artistic director, the membership selected a name that signaled its secular origins and perspectives, without altering radically the community’s perception of the organization. For more […]
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Plant City Relay for Life plans wrap-up parties
The wrap-up party for all teams will take place at 6 p.m. Monday, May 5, at Plant City’s First Baptist Church, 503 N. Palmer St. Arrive at 5 p.m. to help set up if you are able. Bring your favorite dessert to share. The committee wrap-up party will take place at 6 p.m. Monday, May […]
Continue ReadingWalden Lake teacher uploads new summer camp
From rebuilding old electronics to team-building exercises, Plant City students this summer will be given an opportunity to explore science and math during Camp Invention. It is the first time the camp will be held in Plant City. “It’s all about hands-on team-building science and technology that goes into it,” camp counselor and teacher Paul […]
Continue ReadingHopewell Baptist Church plans 144th Homecoming
Perhaps the most accurate way to describe Hopewell Baptist Church’s 144th Homecoming plans is this phrase: “Hallelujah Homecoming Hoedown.” That’s what Dr. Daniel Middlebrooks, Hopewell’s senior pastor, is calling it. This two-day celebration will be held at the church this weekend and will highlight the church’s recent growth. “The church continues to grow,” Middlebrooks says. […]
Continue ReadingWLCA seeks part-time webmaster
The Walden Lake Community Association is looking to fill a part-time position for a webmaster. The webmaster will manage the site and update it as needed. Interested applicants should contact the WLCA at (813) 754-8999.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: 7th Annual Tampa Bay Blueberry Festival
Attendees were very excited for the Tampa Bay Blueberry Festival from Friday, April 25 to Sunday, April 27. The weather warmed and the rain stayed away for the celebration at Keel and Curley Winery that is in its seventh year. There was a kid zone, plenty of vendors selling jewelry, food, trinkets, soaps and more, […]
Continue ReadingCREATIVE SPACE: The Peacemakers
The Peacemakers’ talent goes off like a smoking gun. The band has its audience hooked from the first beats. But, it’s the instantly recognizable “Free Bird” guitar solo that really gets them going. Many cover bands skip the intense section. But not The Peacemakers. The band has played at Rail Ale Pub, O’Brien’s Irish Pub […]
Continue ReadingPlant City teacher named High School Art Teacher of the year
Niki Carpenter was named High School Art Teacher of the year by the Hillsborough Art Education Association. She teaches at Plant City High School.
Continue ReadingPlant City Chamber to host New Member Reception
The Greater Plant City Chamber of Commerce will host its New Member Reception at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, at the chamber, 106 N. Evers St. RSVP by calling Jane at (813) 754-3707.
Continue ReadingPlant City Photo Archives continues Civil Rights series
The Plant City Photo Archives & History Center will present the second film in its series, Created Equal: America’s Civil Rights Struggle. The film, “Slavery by Another Name,” begins at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 24, at Bealsville Recreation Center, 5009 Nesmith Road. For more, call (813) 754-1578.
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