Join us for an engaging and inspiring Open House at Arts in Health Ocala Metro!

In preparation for Give 4 Marion, we invite you to drop in at your convenience and

discover what makes our work so special with some interactive, hands-on

activities. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing our vision of connecting the healing power of art to our community.

Your support during this Open House will help us continue our

mission and expand our reach. Art heals, science proves it!

You’re invited!!!

Come join us at Arnette House to tour our facilities and learn about our programs. This is a great opportunity to meet our staff, ask questions, and get a feel for what we do.

Whether you’re a community member, a potential volunteer, or just curious about our organization, we’d love to have you! Our team will be on hand to give tours, share information, and chat with you about our important work.

Mark your calendars and don’t miss out on this chance to see the heart of Arnette House. We can’t wait to see you there!

Please RSVP by contacting Morgan Nebel at mnebel@arnettehouse.org or call/text 352-598-3633

Mark your calendars for Taste of the Town, an evening of fun, music, libations, and savory samplings of many of our community’s different restaurants and Food Trucks, including beer and wine vendors.

You won’t want to miss this event that will surely offer something for every palate, plus help a great community Organization!

SAVE THE DATE!! Marion Cultural Alliance (MCA) is thrilled to announce that this year’s annual auction will be a hybrid event, kicking off with an online auction on Friday, September 6 during MCA’s September member’s reception. The excitement will build up to a grand finale on Friday, September 13 from 6-8pm at The Brick (23 SW Broadway Street), with an in-person party held two hours prior to the conclusion of the auction. Throughout September, the exhibit “COLOR POP!” will brighten the MCA Gallery, offering guests a vibrant atmosphere surrounded by colorful art. To complement the theme, the party will feature pop-related refreshments such as popcorn, popcyles, cake pops, poptarts and bubbles!

During the in-person event, all auction items and experiences will be on display, providing guests with the opportunity to see what they are bidding on firsthand. MCA will enhance the festive atmosphere with complimentary beer, wine and a signature cocktail, topped with a selection of pop-themed snacks available throughout the event. MCA’s online platform (OneCause) will continue to engage donors, providing real-time prompts and status updates on their bids, ensuring a seamless and interactive bidding experience.

In a special collaboration, MCA is partnering with Gray Realty to feature a live auction as part of the evening’s festivities. The highlight of the live auction will be a custom-painted “Horse Fever” life-size horse statue, along with a few other exclusive items that the committee will be curating. Excitingly, 100% of the proceeds from the auction will contribute to MCA’s Give4Marion Campaign.

POP into The Brick and join MCA for an unforgettable evening of art, community, and generosity! Get your tickets today at onecau.se/_5zpzs1

Interested in donating items to MCA for this auction? Contact us at 352-369-1500 or send an email to Jaye.Baillie@mcaocala.com. We appreciate your support!

Get ready to Give4Marion and support Arnette House! Join the Marion County community in giving back for this 33 hour marathon of giving!

All funds raised during Give4Marion will go directly to youth in our programs.

Visit give4marion.org and find Arnette House to donate directly to youth and families in Marion County

xperience the power of giving by joining us at the ALZHEIMER’S FUNDRAISER on SEPTEMBER 19TH at 5:30PM. Together, we can support the fight against Alzheimer’s and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those affected by this disease. This class will allow each person registered 4 cookies to decorate and a sea glass inspired project to make in addition to raffles and food and fun!

Join Arts in Health Ocala Metro for Our Spring Fling Silent Disco Presented by the LILAC Foundation!

Time: 7-10pm (Early VIP access 6:30 PM) | 18+ Event

What’s a Silent Disco?!?
A silent disco is when people are dancing while listening to music through headphones. We will have two channels for you to listen to, so you can choose to listen to music from the 1970’s to 2010, or 2010-NOW

Dress Code: All white preferable – a white t-shirt will also do the trick!

Bonus: For a small donation, get tagged outside by one of our creative artists as they graffiti tag your white attire to glow in the dark. We will also have glow in the dark face painting and glow in the dark goodies for you to wear while you dance the night away!

This is standing room only

Ocala Business Leaders is excited to host its 2nd Annual Play It Forward Golf Classic at the Ocala Golf Club on Saturday, October 5th.

A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Chief Greg Graham Legacy Foundation, a local 501(c)(3) established in honor of the late Chief Greg Graham, which aims to continue his legacy of service and dedication to the Ocala community.

View sponsorship and registration details here, https://ocalabusinessleaders.com/golf-tournament/.

The Ocala Out of the Darkness Walk will take place on Saturday, October 5th, 2024 at Sholom Park.

The Community Walks, held in hundreds of cities across the country, are the core of the Out of the Darkness movement, which began in 2004. These events give people the courage to open up about their own connections to the cause, and a platform to create a culture that’s smarter about mental health. Friends, family members, neighbors and coworkers walk side-by-side, supporting each other and in memory of those we’ve lost.

Now, more than ever, it’s important to be there for one another and take steps to safeguard our mental health and prevent suicide.

SAVE THE DATE for MCA’s 17th Annual Applaud the Arts: Surrealist Ball, presented by returning sponsors, Robert Boissoneault Oncology Institute and Urology Institute of Central Florida.

Marion Cultural Alliance’s annual celebration of the ARTS returns Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 5:43pm at the Reilly Arts Center’s NOMA Black Box.

Join us for a Surreal night of your dreams! This year, 2024, we’re celebrating 100 years of Surrealism; a cultural and creative movement that mixes aspects of the subconscious, dreams, and the irrational to create a new world that differs from the reality we experience. Themed attire is strongly encouraged. Featured activities and experiences will only add to the vibe as you become the main character in an evening so absurd Ludacris will have to change his name.

TICKETS NOW ON SALE: onecau.se/applaudthearts

More event info, and other surreal details to be announced soon! For sponsorship opportunities, please contact MCA Executive Director at jaye.baillie@mcaocala.com or call 352-369-1500

The Senior Resource Foundation of Ocala (SRFofOcala), a 501(C)3 nonprofit organization, will present the 4th Annual Bark in the Park – A Doggy Expo on Sunday, October 13 from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM at the Ocala Downtown Market (403 SE Osceola Ave.)

The event will be FREE TO THE PUBLIC and proceeds will benefit the Marion County Animal Services.

The SRFofOcala is proud to showcase this annual event which features a vast array of services and products, adoptions, food trucks, music, and demonstrations. Both dogs and kids of all ages will enjoy a fun-filled day!

Please join us for this celebration of pets and the people who love and care for them!

Oct 17th 5 pm to 10 pm Special Abilities night. No strobing lights, slower pace.

Oct 19th a car show that is open to anyone.

Live entertainment sponsored by the Horde of Culture both Saturday nights, with a trash to fashion contest (garments made out of recycled items: tape, magazines, newspaper etc.)

For more information visit our website FKHK.org sponsored by GraphicTen.

For Specials look on the Deem It App for coupons

Cruise in for Kids (Florida Kids Helping Kids)

Marion County 4-H Foundation Presents ~
CASINO NIGHT
October 25, 2024
6:00-9:00 PM @ Southeastern Livestock Pavilion Extension Auditorium Ocala, FL 34470

$110 per person * $1000 for a table of 10
All proceeds benefit the Marion County 4-H Foundation and its mission to create supportive environments for youth to reach their fullest potential.

Black Jack
Roulette Wheel
Craps Table
Money Wheel
A Day at the Races

Dinner, Drinks & DJ
50/50, Silent Auction & Door Prizes

6:00-9:00 PM Casino Games, Silent Auction and DJ
7 PM Dinner Served
8:30 PM Silent Auction Tables Close
9:00 PM Casino Games Close, Silent Auction Check Out

For Information Kristie Varnadoe at the 4-H Office at 352-671-8400 or varnadok@ufl.edu.
Must be 18 or Older to Attend. Must be 21 or Older to Consume Alcohol.

The Marion County 4-H Foundation, an organization of local
citizens, supports the Marion County 4-H club program by raising funds to underwrite activities of local 4-H club members.

We are looking for sponsors, prize donations and silent auction items. The Marion County 4-H program involves over 914 members in 34 clubs and impacts over 4,000 youth annually through school enrichment programs, camping, club activities and other programs.

These youth benefit from the funds raised by the Marion County 4-H Foundation which are used to purchase project support materials, fund leadership training, summer camp programs, citizenship and leadership conferences, and assist in expenses associated with state and national competition.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Royal Flush Sponsorship — $2,000
– 10 Casino Night Tickets includes Admission & Dinner
– 1,500 Additional Casino Chips & 20 Drink Tickets Included
– Dinner Sponsor Recognition During Event & Social Media
– Company Name & Logo Displayed at Table

Jackpot Sponsorship — $1,500
– 10 Casino Night Tickets includes Admission & Dinner
– 1,200 Additional Casino Chips & 20 Drink Tickets Included
– Beverage Sponsor Recognition During Event & Social Media
– Company Name & Logo Displayed at Table

Lucky Streak Sponsorship — $1000
– 10 Casino Night Tickets includes Admission & Dinner
– 900 Additional Casino Chips & 20 Drink Tickets Included
– Company Name & Logo Displayed at Table

Pit Boss Sponsorship — $500
– Sponsor a Casino Table Only. Signage and branded swag at table.

The Marion County 4-H Foundation, Inc. is a tax exempt
non-profit organization. Donations to the Foundation are tax deductible.

Make checks payable to Marion County 4-H Foundation
Mail to: 2232 NE Jacksonville Rd., Ocala, FL 34470.
Thank you for your support!

The 37^th Annual Mopars with Big Daddy will be held November 2^nd & 3^rd.  This year we will be raising money for St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Proceeds from the raffle and auction will go to helping children fighting cancer. St. Jude Children’s Hospital treats children with cancer and provides assistance to families to be with their child during treatment at NO CHARGE.  The Marion County Sheriff’s Office Explorer Post will again in 2024 be parking spectators; part of the money from parking will be donated to the Explorer Post.  If you are a company or individual who would like to donate item/s for the St. Jude Children’s Hospital fundraiser please contact the museum; information below.

The 2024 Mopars with Big Daddy will feature events with Don. Friday November 1^st Phillips Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Ocala presents the Friday Night Dinner and Q&A with Don. The dinner will begin at 7:00 PM at the pavilion located outside the Antique Building. The Q&A will be held at 8:00 PM inside the main museum building. Saturday November 2^nd at 5:30 PM Don will do a tour through the museum with approximately 25 people. Spots on both the events are limited so make sure you register.

Pricing for the Mopars with Big Daddy are as follows:

Car Show Registration: Pre-Registration $40.00, Day of Event $45.00
20’ X20’ Vendor Space: Pre-Registration $55.00, Day of Event $65.00
Car Coral Space: Pre-Registration $45.00, Day of Event $50.00
Dry Camp RV Spot: $25.00
Friday Night Dinner $45.00
Saturday Night Tour with Don $50.00
Spectator Parking $5.00
Spectator Show Entrance $0.00

** Last day to pre-register October 25, 2024**

You can register by mail by downloading the form from the link below.
Make checks payable to Don Garltis Museum of Drag Racing and mail to Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing 13700 SW 16^th Avenue, Ocala, Florida 34473.

Here is the daily schedule for the 2024 Mopars with Big Daddy. These schedules are subject to change and to updates.

Friday November 1^st

8:00 AM Gates open to Vendors for Set Up
5:00-7:00 PM Museum open to individuals participating in the Dinner & Q&A
7:00 PM Dinner starts under the Pavilion
8:00 PM Q&A with Don begins in the Museum

Saturday November 2^nd

8:00 AM Gates Open
2:30 PM Fundraiser Raffle/Auction for St. Jude Fundraiser
3:30 PM Participant Judging Trophies Awarded.
5:30 PM Museum Tour with Don

Sunday November 3^rd

8:00 AM Gates Open
2:30 PM Fundraiser Raffle/Auction for St. Jude Fundraiser
3:00 PM Judged Show Trophies Awarded.

During the show on Saturday & Sunday the museum grounds will be for Vendors, Car Show Participants, and Spectators walking around. All other traffic will enter from the Spectator Parking area located on the farm to the south of the museum at 14050 SW 16^th Avenue. Those needing Handicap Parking will be directed where to go to access Handicap Spaces on the museum grounds while spaces are available.

The Sleep Inn outside the gates of the museum have blocked rooms for the weekend. The cut off date to get a room at the show rate is October 11, 2024. If you call to make a reservations you must say ” Mopar with Big Daddy 2024″ to get the rate. You can also get your rooms at the show by clicking this link: https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/NC76V2

For more information please call:
Vendor Questions call Shari at 352-446-3562
Show Information call Jim at 813-493-2970

Businesses or individuals who would like to donate to the fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Hospital please contact Chuck at 352-245-8661 or chuck@garlits.com.

If you wish to register by mail, please click and download the Registration Form.

The Imprint Duo invites you to our
“Holly-Day Out” event, at Brown & Brown Farms!

This family friendly event will kick off the holiday season and will feature shopping from over 200+ vendors, 25+ farm activities & attractions, a plethora of photo opportunities, visits with Santa, “Polar Express” train rides, food & drinks, music, giveaways, and so much more!

FREE Parking
$2 Admission
We are thrilled to be partnering with The Rock Program, so that partial proceeds from this event will go directly to their organization

This event is rain or shine

: Sun. Dec. 1st, 2024
: 9A-4P
: Brown & Brown Farms
(13940 US-301, Oxford, FL. 34484)

Hosted By: The Imprint Duo
Platinum Sponsors: Hot Mess Mom
Gold Sponsors: TBA
Bronze Sponsors: TBA
Music By: DJ Rae Bae
360 Photo Booth: Legacy Rhythm Entertainment

Vendor Application: https://forms.gle/ED8YFDmiDr89zu3A7
VENDORS BEWARE OF SCAMMERS
READ APPLICATION ENTIRELY BEFORE SUBMITTING

Want additional information, or interested in becoming a vendor/sponsor?
Please email us directly at: theimprintduo@gmail.com