Central Florida's BBQ Blowout!

Celebrate Florida’s newest event- Central Florida’s BBQ Blowout May 24th and 25th at the Oviedo Mall! This Florida Bar-B-Que Association (FBA) sanctioned family-friendly event includes an entire weekend of musical artists, games/rides, business and food vendors and most of all BBQ! C’mon over Friday night at 7:00 p.m. and for just $25 (tickets increase to $30 beginning of April) enjoy a Low Country Boil from TJ’s Seafood Shack and a live musical performance – direct from Nashville – Country music artists Steel Magnolia! Come back on Saturday for free admission all-day festivities, including riding a mechanical alligator… live music and BBQ!

Established in 2007, HOPE’s mission is to prevent and reduce homelessness in Central Florida by equipping individuals and families to become self-sufficient through Housing, Outreach, Prevention and Education. Since HOPE’s inception, thousands of individuals and families in crisis have been assisted through its Resource Center, Food Pantry and Thrift Store. HOPE is a 501c3 that currently serves over 300 families (800+ individuals) per week through our Food Pantry and offers additional programs to bring them to self-sufficiency. “We’re extremely excited to be partnering with the Chamber and bringing together our strengths to make this a signature event for years to come,” said Joan Faulkner, CEO of HOPE Helps, Inc.

The Oviedo-Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce is an advocate for business and civic interests within our communities. They seek to promote and support businesses and civic interest by being pro-active in our communities and providing a platform for businesses to network and grow. “We’re honored to team up with HOPE Helps on Central Florida’s BBQ Blowout,” said Bridget Lake, Senior Director of Sponsorships and Events. “People have been embracing our newest event that focuses on commerce and community, and let’s not forget all the delicious, finger-licking BBQ to taste!”

WHEN:
Friday, May 24th Concert and Bash (7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.)
Saturday, May 25th – (11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.)

Friday Headliner straight from Nashville – Country music stars – Steel Magnolia!
Even before the release of their debut album, Steel Magnolia snagged nine major industry award nominations, including: Vocal Duo of the Year and Top New Vocal Duo of the Year by the Academy of Country Music in both 2010 and 2011, Top Vocal Duo by the The Country Music Association in 2010, Best Country Music Video By A New Duo by Country Music Television and a 2012 ACM Award for Vocal Duo of the Year. “We heard about the strength HOPE brings to the community and we want to be a part of it, and offer what we can, to bring more attention to help those in need” …Steel Magnolia.

For the BBQ competition, sponsorship and band opportunities, go to BBQ Blowout.

Brought to you by the Oviedo-Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce in partnership with local non-profit HOPE Helps, Inc., Building commerce and community. Proceeds to benefit building our business community as well as assisting families in crisis in Seminole County.

MESSENGERS ON A MISSION: Operation Outreach

Our Messengers on a Mission concert series is heading out to the streets!!! We are excited because we will be having vendor booths, as well as other sponsorship opportunities. SAVE THE DATE: May 25th!!! JMart Plaza parking lot!!! Reconcile from Full Ride is coming out…

Location: JMart Plaza Parking Lot
2620 N Hiawassee Road
Orlando, FL 32818

DJs: DJ Psalm 51
Selecta Solroc Noj

Artists currently scheduled to minister:
RECONCILE
Triumfant Muzik
Certi5d Geek w/Wolf Atoned
Lead Em Out Da Trap feat HISwill
Kingdom U.N.I.T.E.D.
Commissary
T. Scott
Determined
Deraj
Kaitlynn Jones
TJ Bristol
Amanda Webster
K.O. (Ken Owens)
Fly Geara
and more…

Guest Speaker: Rita Pearson, Founder, Hope 4 the Hood

Please stay tuned for more details coming soon!

Broadway and Beyond...Concert Series

Beginning May 4 - First Saturdays May Through August | 6–8 p.m.

Come join us for an evening of music and fun! Stars from Broadway and local talent will perform. Raffle after the intermission. Proceeds to benefit the children’s playground at Ascension.

Cost: $10 general admission

For questions, call: 407.876.3480

Phil Stacey Concert

Phil Stacey in Concert – Finalist from TV’s American Idol
At Mercy Church of God, Cocoa across from BCC Cocoa campus.

For more information visit Mercy Church of God or call: 321.636.6809

Free Admission

FREE... Health and Safety Fair

FREE……. HEALTH AND SAFETY FAIR…. MAY 26, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. TO 4:00 p.m… Location: 18716 E. Colonial Dr. Bithlo, FL (next to: Carrigan Realty)….. Health checks, Blood Donation, Home and Fire Safety……. Bounce house, face painting, food and drinks…

Hosted by: Seventh Day Adventist Church…

Vendor Booths are still available for $25.00

Contact Elda Cabrera, Community Relations Specilist: 407.556.7033

2013 Homeschool Graduation

Join homeschool graduates along with their families and friends as they celebrate the completion of their high school home education program on Sunday, May 26th in the Osceola Ballroom at the Gaylord Palms resort in Kissimmee. You must be an FPEA member to participate. Visit FPEA to join.

For more information, requirements and registration visit: FPEA Events, call: 877-ASK-FPEA (877.275.3732), or email: office@fpea.com

Phil Stacey Concert

Phil Stacey in Concert – Finalist from TV’s American Idol
At Mercy Church of God, Cocoa across from BCC Cocoa campus.

For more information visit Mercy Church of God or call: 321.636.6809

Free Admission

Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow

This is a fundraiser for Locks of Love. Locks of Love is an non-profit organization that makes wigs for children with cancer. If your hair is 10″ or longer and unbleached, then consider donating your hair on March 28th from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Sorelli’s Hair Studio and Spa. All donations will be cut at no charge to the donor; donors can also take advantage of a $10 off coupon on a cut and style if they choose. If your hair is not long enough, then consider giving financial to Locks of Love. All donations collected will go to the charity to off set the cost of creating the wigs. Also, please pass the word to your friends and family to help advertise for the event. Thanks and God bless!

If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at kan@email.arizona.edu or call Sorelli’s at 321.253.0030.

Health and Wellness Seminar at Yellow Dog Eats in Windermere

Orlando personal training company Forever Fitness will be a keynote speaker at the Health and Wellness Seminar on May 28th in Orlando, FL at Yellow Dog Eats in Windermere .

Founder of Forever Fitness, Christina Amoriello will teach you how to get the body you have always wanted, increase your energy, improve your sleep, and so much more through proper nutrition. You will learn not just about nutrition, but also how to read labels, what proper portion sizes are, and the best products on the market.  You’ll also walk away knowing how certain foods affect your metabolism and top resources in the industry to keep you on track with your goals.

Event Location: Yellow Dog Eats in Windermere, 1236 Hempel Ave  Windermere, FL 34786

When: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Cost: $49.99 per person. Visa, Mastercard, or Discover. The ticket price includes the seminar, dinner buffet, and 1 drink.

Registration will begin May 6, 2013 so register early. Must register online by May 23, 2013 to be able to attend.

Sponsored by Galt Mile Media.

The History of the Holy Land

History of the Holy Land Presentation
Pastor Kevin James will present the “History of the Holy Land” on Wednesday, May 29 at 6:30 p.m. and again on Thursday, May 30 at 10 a.m. at Palm Coast United Methodist Church, 5200 Belle Terre Parkway, Palm Coast. This exciting presentation in photos and narration is offered in conjunction with an upcoming trip to the Holy Land, September 23-October 2, 2013 sponsored by United Methodist Men and led by Pastor James along with Educational Opportunity Tours. The presentation and trip are open to all interested parties; membership in the church is not required. For more information, call the church office at 386.445.1600 or call trip coordinator Milton Richards, 386.445.0303.