FARMERS MARKET - EVERY WEDNESDAY AT THE VOLUSIA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS - 6:00 A.M. - 12 NOON

6 13th Annual Albert D. Downs WILD GAME FEAST - SOLD OUT! – The Wild Game Feast features a continuous sampling of exotic food delicacies, along with music, door prizes & raffles. It's a chance to sample such items as rattlesnake, venison, 'gator tail, frog legs, catfish fingerlings, wild turkey, pulling pig, swamp cabbage and many more old traditional florida foods. Tickets are limited and will be available to the public one month in advance. Tickets will be available in APRIL at QUALITY QUICKPRINT, North Amelia Avenue, near Int'l Speedway Blvd, DeLand. They have sold out in the past several years so get your tickets early. DeLand, Volusia County Fairgrounds 386-726-1353
Admission: $50 per person (Beer, Wine, Soft Drinks included)
Hours: 5 - 9 pm

7-8 Annual TRASH & TREASURE SALE – Someone else's trash is another man's treasure. Find a treasure at this annual fundraiser. To rent a space on the grounds of the Pioneer Settlement, call for reservation form -- space fee is $10 ($5 for members). Barberville, Pioneer Settlement for the Creative Arts 386-749-2959
Admission: FREE
Hours: 8 am - 2 pm

7-9 Spring Garden PLANTATION RAID – Demonstrations of camp life during the Civil War. Exhibiitons of period weapons and dress. DeLeon Springs, Camp Winona YMCA, 386-943-6286
Admission: Donation
Hours: 8 am - 5 pm

7-23 Musical: "PUMP BOYS & DINETTES" – The pump boys sell high octane on Hwy 57 and the dinettes, Prudie and Rhetta Cupp, run the Double Cupp diner next door. Together they fashion a musical tribute to life by the roadside featuring 19 songs! May 7, 8, 14, 15, 20, 21 & 22 at 8 pm; 9, 16 & 23 at 2:30 pm - DeLand, Sands Theater/Cultural Arts Center, 386-736-7456
Admission: $15 adults; $8 students
Hours: Fri & Sat 8 pm; Sun 2:30 pm

8 2004 HEALTH FAIR & CRAFT SHOW – Wellness Booth, Bloodmobile, Deltona Fire & Police Departments, Blood Pressure Check, Low Back Therapy, O-2 Stats, plus Crafters, Face Painting, Karaoke, Live Band and food available for purchase. Deltona, Deltona Health Care facility, 386-789-3769
Admission: FREE
Hours: 10 am - 2 pm

8 Old Fashioned NEIGHBOR DAY CELEBRATION – The annual "Neighbor Day" will be fun, food and entertainment. Enjoy the old-time sounds of new-time music with "Mullet Run" and the soothing music of keyboard artist, Dave Dornbach. On the auction block will be specialty picnic lunches. Show your sweetie how special she is by bidding on her delicious boxed lunch or homemade pies and desserts, plus food certificates from the area's finest restaurants. Barberville, Pioneer Settlement for the Creative Arts 386-749-2959
Admission: $3 adults; $2 children
Hours: 9 am - 2 pm

8-9 Orchid Show & Sale: "ORCHID REFLECTIONS" – Orchid displays, orchid plants for sale as well as growing supplies, orchid-related merchandise, corsages, re-potting & dividing services, raffles, demonstrations, lectures & workshops both days. DeLand, Hester Exhibit Hall, Volusia County Fairgrounds 386-943-8154
Admission: $3 per person ($2 for Orchid Society or Garden Club members)
Hours: 9 am - 5 pm

8-9 Paddlewheeler Cruise: The BERESFORD LADY – Treat Mom to a delightful brunch cruise on the scenic St. Johns River - free champagne. There's no better way to see the incredible Florida wildlife. DeLand, Ticket office: 244 South Woodland Blvd., www.beresfordlady.net 386-740-7523
Admission: Call for reservations - major credit cards accepted
Hours: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

9 MOTHERS' DAY – Orange City, Honoring all mothers!

9-6/9 PIONEER SETTLEMENT CLASSES – PAINTING with Brenda Star (watercolor, oils, acrylics). Brenda is a well-known area artists who designed the pencil drawing of the school building framed in wood. Students need to bring their own paints and supplies regardless of what type of paint. Register early to hold space. Also: POTTERY CLASSES for children and families every Wednesday with Instructor Sheila Lapointe. Call Settlement for registration forms & more info. on pottery classes. Barberville, Pioneer Settlement for the Creative Arts 386-749-2959
Admission: $60 (members $54)
Hours: Painting: 10 am - noon

14-16 Musical: PUMP BOYS & DINETTES" – The pump boys sell high octane on Hwy 57 and the dinettes, Prudie and Rhetta Cupp, run the Double Cupp diner next door. Together they fashion a musical tribute to life by the roadside featuring 19 songs! DeLand, Sands Theater/Cultural Arts Center, 386-736-7456
Admission: $15 adults, $8 students
Hours: Fri & Sat 8 pm; Sun 2:30 pm

15 Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge: The VOLUSIA TRACT OVERVIEW NATURE WALK – Guides Kristina Sorensen and Mike Ward will lead a Spring hike through the Volusia Tract section of the Refuge. It's a great time of the year to spot wildlife visitors like the Swallow-tailed Kite, as well as year-round residents that call the Refuge 'home.' Wear comfortable shoes & bring water & bug spray. DeLeon Springs, Lake Woodruff NWR, 352-669-1370
Admission: FREE
Hours: 8:30 - 10:30 am

19 Master Gardeners' Spring Lecture Series – Garden advice from the experts. DeBary, DeBary Hall Mansion 386-668-3840
Admission: $3
Hours: 10:30 am

20-23 Musical: "PUMP BOYS & DINETTES" – The pump boys sell high octane on Hwy 57 and the dinettes, Prudie and Rhetta Cupp, run the Double Cupp diner next door. Together they fashion a musical tribute to life by the roadside featuring 19 songs! DeLand, Sands Theater/Cultural Arts Center, 386-736-7456
Admission: $15 adults; $8 students
Hours: Fri & Sat 8 pm; Sun 2:30 pm

21-22 BULL RIDING - Man versus Beef on the hoof - it's a wild ride! DeLand, Tommy Lawrence Arena, Volusia County Fairgrounds, 386-734-9514
Hours: 8 pm

22 Storytime at the DeBary Hall Mansion – Sories for children of all ages as told with puppets. DeBary, DeBary Hall Mansion, 386-668-3840
Admission: $3
Hours: 10:15 am

22 Amvets Post 13 1st Annual GOLF TOURNAMENT – Open to all - there are lots of prizes for this 4-person scramble golf outing, including Long Drive (men & women), Closest to Pin (men & women), Putting Contest between 9th & 10th hole and awards for 1st, 2nd & 3rd. Door prizes galore! DeBary, DeBary Golf & Country Club, 386-943-9311
Admission: $50/person & $200/foursome
Hours: 12:30 pm Shotgun Start

28-6/2 14th Annual INTERNATIONAL GUITAR WORKSHOP – Annual workshop and concerts by world-class classical guitarists, directed by Dr. Stephen Robinson, performing, conducting master classes, seminars and luthiers' exhibit. DeLand, Elizabeth Hall, Stetson University, 386-736-0723
Admission: Concerts $8 - call for workshop fees
Hours: Call for schedule

31 MEMORIAL DAY – National holiday to honor those who gave their lives to keep our Nation free.

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FARMERS MARKET - EVERY WEDNESDAY AT THE VOLUSIA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS - 6:00 A.M. - 12 NOON

5 BUSINESS FAIR - A Day at the Club – Business participants, as well as local residents, will have an opportunity to get a taste of businesses & services offered by the West Volusia Business Community. There will be a tour of the beautiful Deltona Hills Golf & Country Club, opportunities to receive samples, enter drawings, & win prizes. An art exhibit & jazz musician are also planned. Deltona, Deltona Hills Golf & Country Club, 386-775-2793
www.chamberofcommerceofwestvolusia.com
Admission: No Charge
Hours: 10 am - 3 pm

5 DeLAND ROTARY GOLF TOURNAMENT – Golf tournament - everyone invited. Great prizes for winning golfers and door prizes. DeLand, DeLand Country Club, 386-738-4860
www.delandrotary.org
Admission: $75 per person, includes cart
Hours: 8 am - 2 pm

5 FULL RACING ACTION – Call the Park for full schedule. Also June 12, 19, 25, 26 and 27, DeLeon Springs, Volusia Speedway Park, 386-985-4402
Hours: Racing at 7:30 pm

6 DeLand Naval Air Station Museum 60th ANNIVERSARY D-DAY COMMEMORATION – Lest we forget . . . . the Commemoration will feature Skydivers, Vintage Aircraft Flyover, Vintage Cars and Honor Guard. DeLand, DeLand Naval Air Station Museum, 386-734-5096
Hours: 9 am

11-20 Play: "Little Women of Orchard House" – Not just another adaptation of the beloved classic, this sparkling play combines real life events from the life of Louisa May Alcott with her famous novel. This powerful, tender and touching play brings us new insight into the person she was and the many literary greats who visited her home during her childhood. June 11 & 18 at 7:30 pm; June 12, 13, 19 & 20 at 2:30 pm
DeLand, The Sands-Storybook Theater, Cultural Arts Center, 386-736-7456
Admission: $5 adults; $3 students
Hours: Fri 7:30 pm; Sat & Sun 2:30 pm

13-14 Auditions: GUYS AND DOLLS – Come try out for this wonderful musical comedy based on a story by Damon Runyon, with Music and Lyrics by Frank Loesser. Lake Helen, Shoestring Theatre, Inc., 386-228-3777
Hours: 7 pm

14 FLAG DAY – Fly your flags!

19-20 Suncoast Gun & Knife Show – Featuring the largest collection of antique firearms and supplies; new firearms, supplies, hunting rifles, how-to books, collectibles and more. Concealed weapons permit classes daily. DeLand, Volusia County Fairgrounds, 330-963-6964
Admission: $5 adults; children under 12 free
Hours: Sat 9 am - 5 pm; Sun 9 am - 4 pm

20 FATHERS' DAY – Honoring all fathers!

20 Paddlewheeler Cruise: The BERESFORD LADY – Take Dad for a delightful brunch cruise - free champagne - on the beautiful St. Johns River. Bring your camera and binoculars for a fascinating trip. DeLand, Ticket office: 244 South Woodland Blvd, 386-740-4100
Admission: Call for reservation - major credit cards accepted
Hours: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

26 Play: "Tales of Hans Christian Andersen" – Storybook original production based on the tales of the great chronicler of folktales whose stories include The Red Shoes, The Ugly Duckling, The Princess and the Pea, and many more. Also July 10 at 2:30 pm, DeLand, The Sands-Storybook Theater, Cultural Arts Center, 386-736-7456
Admission: $5 adults; $3 students
Hours: 2:30 pm

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