Category: Arts & Culture

It’s Christmas in Tuna – the third-smallest town in Texas. The radio is abuzz with news of the Yuletide yard display competition (vandalized by a shady “phantom”), while unpaid electric bills jeopardize a production of A Christmas Carol. And two versatile actors play 20 zany characters in this lightning-fast comedy as broad as the Rio Grande. Everything’s bigger in Texas, including the holiday hilarity. This Southern-fried fruitcake is a gift for all seasons!

$35 for adults / $17 for ages 18 and younger

Rated PG

By Ed Howard, Joe Sears, and Jaston Williams

COMMUNITY PARTNERS: GO52 • Ocala Electric Utility • K-Country • Advanced Welding Fabrication

Featuring your favorite music from Mannheim Steamroller, Home Alone, the Nutcracker and more, you do not want to miss this celebration of the holiday season that brings together the incredible musicians of the orchestra and the outstanding vocalists from the Ocala Symphony Chorus! This annually sold-out performance for all is full of fun, humor, and pure admiration for this special time of the year!

Matthew Wardell, Music Director and Conductor

**Drop the Mic at Muddy Lotus Tea**

Join us for a fun six-week singing contest at Muddy Lotus Tea, starting Wednesday, November 6, at 7 PM!

**How It Works:**

– Each week, contestants will perform, and the winner will open the show the following week.
– If the 1st place winner doesn’t show up to perform, the 2nd place winner will take their spot.
– The grand finale on December 11 will feature five finalists competing for a $400 cash prize!

**Important Note:**

– There’s a one-drink minimum or a $20 cover at the door.
– This event is for ages 18 and up, so don’t be late! Arrive on time, or you won’t be able to compete.

**Judging:**

Performances will be judged karaoke-style by a panel, ensuring excitement and surprises each week!

**Hosted by Samantha Bender and DJ Shawn**

Gather your friends, enjoy some tea, and let the singing begin!

The City of Ocala Cultural Arts Division announces the debut of four dynamic visual art exhibitions as part of the Art in City Spaces program. Launching throughout December, these exhibits showcase a variety of artistic perspectives, offering residents and visitors the chance to experience thought-provoking and inspiring works in accessible public spaces.

The Art in City Spaces program aims to enrich Ocala’s cultural landscape by creating opportunities for local and regional artists to exhibit their work while engaging the community with diverse and innovative art. These exhibitions rotate every four to six months across five indoor city galleries.

Why do expensive wearable physiologic monitors fail to deliver on promises that they will improve our health and performance? Surprisingly, the quality of physiological data from wearable devices such as smart watches is relatively poor – and it worsens when you are sick, active or in extreme environments. While security and privacy constrain sharing and remote analysis of these data, processor cores and batteries limit artificial intelligence algorithms that can be used to analyze data on these devices. Finally, available devices do not provide users actionable information about their health, stress, and recovery when they need it most. Ongoing Department of Defense and industry sponsored research at IHMC is pushing beyond these limitations. We highlight development of technologies such as advanced physiological sensors, tactical noninvasive nerve stimulators, and novel “e-skin” materials that enable us to successfully assess and augment performance in extreme environments.

Event Announcement:
ACT OUT Night

Calling all aspiring actors and performers!

We’ve got karaoke for singers, open mics for stand-up comics, and jam sessions for musicians. But where do actors go to practice and perform?

Introducing ACT OUT Night, a safe and supportive space for actors to shine. Whether you’re an experienced actor looking to try a new character or someone who’s never acted before, this is your chance to take the stage.

Here’s what to expect:

• Acting Performances: For the first half of the evening, it’s all about acting. Bring a monologue you’ve worked on or choose one from our provided selection. Memorized or not, it’s your call. And remember, feedback is entirely up to you—no unsolicited critiques allowed.
• After Party Performances: The second half opens up to other art forms. Sing a Broadway tune, test out new stand-up material, or even perform a bit of drag. This is your time to explore and express.

ACT OUT Night isn’t just about performing; it’s about building a community where everyone feels encouraged and celebrated. So, step out of your comfort zone and join us for a night of creativity, fun, and applause.

Because who knows where it might lead? At the very least, it’s a lot more exciting than performing in front of your bathroom mirror. Let’s ACT OUT together!
Entry : 1 Drink Minimum

**Drop the Mic at Muddy Lotus Tea**

Join us for a fun six-week singing contest at Muddy Lotus Tea, starting Wednesday, November 6, at 7 PM!

**How It Works:**

– Each week, contestants will perform, and the winner will open the show the following week.
– If the 1st place winner doesn’t show up to perform, the 2nd place winner will take their spot.
– The grand finale on December 11 will feature five finalists competing for a $400 cash prize!

**Important Note:**

– There’s a one-drink minimum or a $20 cover at the door.
– This event is for ages 18 and up, so don’t be late! Arrive on time, or you won’t be able to compete.

**Judging:**

Performances will be judged karaoke-style by a panel, ensuring excitement and surprises each week!

**Hosted by Samantha Bender and DJ Shawn**

Gather your friends, enjoy some tea, and let the singing begin!

It’s Christmas in Tuna – the third-smallest town in Texas. The radio is abuzz with news of the Yuletide yard display competition (vandalized by a shady “phantom”), while unpaid electric bills jeopardize a production of A Christmas Carol. And two versatile actors play 20 zany characters in this lightning-fast comedy as broad as the Rio Grande. Everything’s bigger in Texas, including the holiday hilarity. This Southern-fried fruitcake is a gift for all seasons!

$35 for adults / $17 for ages 18 and younger

Rated PG

By Ed Howard, Joe Sears, and Jaston Williams

COMMUNITY PARTNERS: GO52 • Ocala Electric Utility • K-Country • Advanced Welding Fabrication

It’s Christmas in Tuna – the third-smallest town in Texas. The radio is abuzz with news of the Yuletide yard display competition (vandalized by a shady “phantom”), while unpaid electric bills jeopardize a production of A Christmas Carol. And two versatile actors play 20 zany characters in this lightning-fast comedy as broad as the Rio Grande. Everything’s bigger in Texas, including the holiday hilarity. This Southern-fried fruitcake is a gift for all seasons!

$35 for adults / $17 for ages 18 and younger

Rated PG

By Ed Howard, Joe Sears, and Jaston Williams

COMMUNITY PARTNERS: GO52 • Ocala Electric Utility • K-Country • Advanced Welding Fabrication

Hey friends (and howdy strangers)! It’s time to get together and play with some props! This is Ocala’s local led and fire spin/flow jam, hosted at the Muddy Lotus Tea Kava Bar, close to Tuscawilla Park.

Come out and spin, skill share, jam or share your music, burn, or just hang out with new and old friends 

We’ve got poi spinners, hoopers, jugglers, dragon staffers, contact staffers, double staffers, swordsmen, palm torch mages, musicians, and various other flow wizards in regular attendance.

If you have any questions about the jam or flow arts in general please reach out to me, the other co-hosts, or the Ocala Flow Arts page admins and we’ll get back to you!

*No Experience Necessary to participate* Please fill out a waiver inside if this is your first time attending!

**Please wear fire safe clothing if you plan on spinning fire.

***There is a one drink minimum at the Kava and Kratom bar. There are plenty of coffee, herbal tea, and other drink options to choose from.

It’s Christmas in Tuna – the third-smallest town in Texas. The radio is abuzz with news of the Yuletide yard display competition (vandalized by a shady “phantom”), while unpaid electric bills jeopardize a production of A Christmas Carol. And two versatile actors play 20 zany characters in this lightning-fast comedy as broad as the Rio Grande. Everything’s bigger in Texas, including the holiday hilarity. This Southern-fried fruitcake is a gift for all seasons!

$35 for adults / $17 for ages 18 and younger

Rated PG

By Ed Howard, Joe Sears, and Jaston Williams

COMMUNITY PARTNERS: GO52 • Ocala Electric Utility • K-Country • Advanced Welding Fabrication

Join The Lodge for “Dueling Pianos” every second Friday of the month beginning at 8:00 pm.

Request your Favorite Songs and Enjoy 3 hours of non-stop Live Dueling Pianos.

Experience The Lodge’s Vibrant Atmosphere, and Late Night Terrific Food & Drink menu

GENERAL ADMISSION at 7:30 pm. We have 6 “VIP Tables” near the stage that will be available with reserved seating.

These tables are $100 and seat 6 people. Everything else is first come. Doors open at 7:30 pm, show starts at 8 pm.

Phone: 352.289.1390 | Web: www.TheLodgeOcala.com

 The Lodge Ocala (Downtown Ocala Square)36 S. Magnolia Ave Ocala, FL 34471

This special workshop is for children and their accompanying adult(s) to make art together.

Make ceramic charms and the other components that will come together to make a melodic wind chime. Each participant will make their own wind chime and adults will help their accompanying child complete the art project. The fully assembled wind chime will be available to pick up one week later, after the ceramic charms have been fired in the kiln.

Two times are available: 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. OR 2-4 p.m.

Registration fee includes one child and one adult:
$65 for Appleton members; $80 for nonmembers.

(Additional child or adult is $20 for Appleton members and $25 for nonmembers.)

Click here to register and pay for the a.m. workshop:
https://cffoundation.wufoo.com/forms/kembjn61jtj3p6/

Click here to register and pay for the p.m. workshop:
https://cffoundation.wufoo.com/forms/kalttly0314587/

It’s Christmas in Tuna – the third-smallest town in Texas. The radio is abuzz with news of the Yuletide yard display competition (vandalized by a shady “phantom”), while unpaid electric bills jeopardize a production of A Christmas Carol. And two versatile actors play 20 zany characters in this lightning-fast comedy as broad as the Rio Grande. Everything’s bigger in Texas, including the holiday hilarity. This Southern-fried fruitcake is a gift for all seasons!

$35 for adults / $17 for ages 18 and younger

Rated PG

By Ed Howard, Joe Sears, and Jaston Williams

COMMUNITY PARTNERS: GO52 • Ocala Electric Utility • K-Country • Advanced Welding Fabrication

Community drum jam. Percussion and didgeridoos (we have amplification) welcome. One drink minimum (coffee, teas and water available). 18+. All experience levels welcome and we have extra drums and instruments to lend

It’s Christmas in Tuna – the third-smallest town in Texas. The radio is abuzz with news of the Yuletide yard display competition (vandalized by a shady “phantom”), while unpaid electric bills jeopardize a production of A Christmas Carol. And two versatile actors play 20 zany characters in this lightning-fast comedy as broad as the Rio Grande. Everything’s bigger in Texas, including the holiday hilarity. This Southern-fried fruitcake is a gift for all seasons!

$35 for adults / $17 for ages 18 and younger

Rated PG

By Ed Howard, Joe Sears, and Jaston Williams

COMMUNITY PARTNERS: GO52 • Ocala Electric Utility • K-Country • Advanced Welding Fabrication

The all-time family favorite with beautiful dancing, sets and costumes is here again!  Everyone needs a hero and in this case she’s a girl!  Clara saves the Nutcracker Prince, and to thank her, he brings her on a magical journey to the Kingdom of the Sweets, where the exquisite Sugar Plum Fairy puts on a regal show for her.  Tradition, beauty, grace, and terrific story – what more can you ask for. Sheer Magic! Family Friendly.

It’s Christmas in Tuna – the third-smallest town in Texas. The radio is abuzz with news of the Yuletide yard display competition (vandalized by a shady “phantom”), while unpaid electric bills jeopardize a production of A Christmas Carol. And two versatile actors play 20 zany characters in this lightning-fast comedy as broad as the Rio Grande. Everything’s bigger in Texas, including the holiday hilarity. This Southern-fried fruitcake is a gift for all seasons!

$35 for adults / $17 for ages 18 and younger

Rated PG

By Ed Howard, Joe Sears, and Jaston Williams

COMMUNITY PARTNERS: GO52 • Ocala Electric Utility • K-Country • Advanced Welding Fabrication

**Drop the Mic at Muddy Lotus Tea**

Join us for a fun six-week singing contest at Muddy Lotus Tea, starting Wednesday, November 6, at 7 PM!

**How It Works:**

– Each week, contestants will perform, and the winner will open the show the following week.
– If the 1st place winner doesn’t show up to perform, the 2nd place winner will take their spot.
– The grand finale on December 11 will feature five finalists competing for a $400 cash prize!

**Important Note:**

– There’s a one-drink minimum or a $20 cover at the door.
– This event is for ages 18 and up, so don’t be late! Arrive on time, or you won’t be able to compete.

**Judging:**

Performances will be judged karaoke-style by a panel, ensuring excitement and surprises each week!

**Hosted by Samantha Bender and DJ Shawn**

Gather your friends, enjoy some tea, and let the singing begin!

The all-time family favorite with beautiful dancing, sets and costumes is here again!  Everyone needs a hero and in this case she’s a girl!  Clara saves the Nutcracker Prince, and to thank her, he brings her on a magical journey to the Kingdom of the Sweets, where the exquisite Sugar Plum Fairy puts on a regal show for her.  Tradition, beauty, grace, and terrific story – what more can you ask for. Sheer Magic! Family Friendly.

The all-time family favorite with beautiful dancing, sets and costumes is here again!  Everyone needs a hero and in this case she’s a girl!  Clara saves the Nutcracker Prince, and to thank her, he brings her on a magical journey to the Kingdom of the Sweets, where the exquisite Sugar Plum Fairy puts on a regal show for her.  Tradition, beauty, grace, and terrific story – what more can you ask for. Sheer Magic! Family Friendly.

Hosted with Bear Heisler
Acoustic musicians, poetry…
Not Karaoke, no bands.

The City of Ocala Cultural Arts Division announces the debut of four dynamic visual art exhibitions as part of the Art in City Spaces program. Launching throughout December, these exhibits showcase a variety of artistic perspectives, offering residents and visitors the chance to experience thought-provoking and inspiring works in accessible public spaces.

The Art in City Spaces program aims to enrich Ocala’s cultural landscape by creating opportunities for local and regional artists to exhibit their work while engaging the community with diverse and innovative art. These exhibitions rotate every four to six months across five indoor city galleries.

The City of Ocala Cultural Arts Division announces the debut of four dynamic visual art exhibitions as part of the Art in City Spaces program. Launching throughout December, these exhibits showcase a variety of artistic perspectives, offering residents and visitors the chance to experience thought-provoking and inspiring works in accessible public spaces.

The Art in City Spaces program aims to enrich Ocala’s cultural landscape by creating opportunities for local and regional artists to exhibit their work while engaging the community with diverse and innovative art. These exhibitions rotate every four to six months across five indoor city galleries.

The all-time family favorite with beautiful dancing, sets and costumes is here again!  Everyone needs a hero and in this case she’s a girl!  Clara saves the Nutcracker Prince, and to thank her, he brings her on a magical journey to the Kingdom of the Sweets, where the exquisite Sugar Plum Fairy puts on a regal show for her.  Tradition, beauty, grace, and terrific story – what more can you ask for. Sheer Magic! Family Friendly.

Event Announcement:
ACT OUT Night

Calling all aspiring actors and performers!

We’ve got karaoke for singers, open mics for stand-up comics, and jam sessions for musicians. But where do actors go to practice and perform?

Introducing ACT OUT Night, a safe and supportive space for actors to shine. Whether you’re an experienced actor looking to try a new character or someone who’s never acted before, this is your chance to take the stage.

Here’s what to expect:

• Acting Performances: For the first half of the evening, it’s all about acting. Bring a monologue you’ve worked on or choose one from our provided selection. Memorized or not, it’s your call. And remember, feedback is entirely up to you—no unsolicited critiques allowed.
• After Party Performances: The second half opens up to other art forms. Sing a Broadway tune, test out new stand-up material, or even perform a bit of drag. This is your time to explore and express.

ACT OUT Night isn’t just about performing; it’s about building a community where everyone feels encouraged and celebrated. So, step out of your comfort zone and join us for a night of creativity, fun, and applause.

Because who knows where it might lead? At the very least, it’s a lot more exciting than performing in front of your bathroom mirror. Let’s ACT OUT together!
Entry : 1 Drink Minimum

It’s a little over a month away
These songwriters are amazing and so are their stories!
Please come share in this intimate night of original music held in the back room of Infinite Ale Works on magnolia.
$20 each for 2 hours of music
It’s limited to 45 seats so best get your tickets now.
Tom McDonald and Kristin McDonald has graciously allowed me to use their back room for this songwriter in the round night which happens every 3rd Wed of the month! THANK YOU!!
The back bar will be open!
Let’s celebrate creativity by supporting these songsters