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Fairs, music, and other weekend events
Southeastern Youth Fair: Marion County’s historic Southeastern Youth Fair has been running since 1941; this year’s event takes place Feb. 19-27 at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion, 2232 NE Jacksonville Road, Ocala. Children’s events and livestock shows and sales. This is the premier event for 4-H and FFA students in Marion County. For details, seyfair.com or 629-1255.
Orange Blossom Opry: Live music this weekend at the Orange Blossom Opry, 16439 SE 138th Terrace, Weirsdale: The music of Garth Brooks, Feb. 19; The Return - Ultimate Beatles Experience, Feb. 20; and the Everly Brothers Experience, Feb. 21. Showtimes and ticket costs vary. Details at obopry.com or 821-1201.
Appleton Museum of Art features distinguished collection of African American art
Installation view of Memories & Inspiration, on view at the Appleton Museum of Art through April 4, 2021. Photograph by The Culture Curators.
OCALA, FLA
.-The Appleton Museum of Art, College of Central Florida, is presenting Memories & Inspiration: The Kerry and C. Betty Davis Collection of African American Art, celebrating the passion of a couple who spent more than 35 years as devoted connoisseurs, building a collection of vivid artworks that are both resonant and remarkably personal. Memories & Inspiration is on view at the Appleton now through April 4, 2021.
Being shown for the first time in Florida, Memories & Inspiration: The Kerry and C. Betty Davis Collection of African American Art presents 62 selected works from a body of art amassed over 35 years. Kerry, a retired mailman, and Betty, a former television news producer, gladly gave up many ordinary comforts in order to live wit
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Southeastern Youth Fair: Marion County’s historic Southeastern Youth Fair has been running since 1941; this year’s event takes place Feb. 19-27 at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion, 2232 NE Jacksonville Road, Ocala. Children’s events and livestock shows and sales. This is the premier event for 4-H and FFA students in Marion County. For details, seyfair.com or 629-1255.
Discovery Center Date Night: A unique kid-free experience from 6:30-9 p.m. Feb. 19 just for adults at The Discovery Center, 701 NE Sanchez Ave., Ocala. Guests may enjoy light appetizers, drinks and chances to enjoy the center, including the “Chain Reaction Charlie” exhibit. Play and tinker in the exhibit hall and participate in guided, hands-on building challenges. Tickets $30 per couple. Details at mydiscoverycenter.org or 401-3900.
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THIS WEEK
Musical Entertainment: Musician Jason Brown will perform a wide collection of country and rock from 5-8 p.m. Feb. 12 at the World Equestrian Center’s Grand Plaza, 1390 NW 80th Ave., Ocala. Free admission and parking. Visit wec.net or call 414-7900 for details.
River City Boys: The River City Boys will perform the music of the Statler Brothers at 2:30 and 7 p.m. Feb. 13 at the Orange Blossom Opry, 16439 SE 138th Terrace, Weirsdale. Tickets and details at obopry.com and 821-1201.
Valentine’s Sip N’ Shop and Bestie Bash: Enjoy specialty vendors, drinks, live entertainment by Jeff Jarrett and more Feb. 13 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Paddock Mall, 3100 SW College Rd., Ocala. Crafts, games and more for kids to enjoy. Call 237-1223 for details.
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THIS WEEKEND I Hate Hamlet : This is the last weekend to see this show, which is onstage at the Ocala Civic Theatre through Feb. 7. The comedy is set in New York City and centers around an actor who is cast as Hamlet, much to his chagrin. Tickets and details at ocalacivictheatre.com or 236-2274. The theater is located at 4337 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala.
Equine Art: Artist Michael Brennan’s horse-related works will be featured at the Brick City Center for the Arts, 23 SW Broadway St., Ocala, beginning Feb. 5 and remaining throughout the month. An opening reception with the artist will be held Feb. 5 from 5-6 p.m. at The Brick. Light refreshments will be served. Visit mcaocala.com or call 369-1500.