Category Archives: The Villages Daily Sun

Artists use intentional brush strokes or poetic lyrics on top of a beat to create art that bridges communities together. That’s what Semeion Richardson, owner of Artist With a Purpose, is aiming to do as she leads her gallery into the new year. Richardson said the gallery’s goal is to fill the void of artContinue reading “A Peak Into The Future With Artist With A Purpose”

Enjoying new experiences at new locations is how residents of Pebble Springs Retirement Community spend most Fridays. Deb Babcock, lifestyle director for Pebble Springs Retirement Community, said residents are able to get out of the facility to explore new places, engage in activities they are familiar with or try their hand at something new withContinue reading “Pebble Springs Retirement Community Hosts Eatons Beach Boat Tour & Dinner”

History comes alive and allows residents to step back in time through various programming and events at the Historic Baker House. One of those events included the Baker House Vintage Clothing Exhibit, held on Tuesday, which helped remind those in attendance the fashion trends from 1890 and later. During the program, around 50 patrons wereContinue reading “Tea, Mystery and More Coming to Baker House”

New Year’s resolutions or goals can be as daunting as they are inspiring. But breaking down the goals into smaller tasks that are easier to accomplish can be a recipe for success. With nearly 93% of people agreeing that people need to be more thoughtful on how they plan for longer lives, according to TheContinue reading “Women Able To Pick Up Better Planning Skills for 2025 While Bonding With Peers”

From building gingerbread houses to singing along to Christmas carols, the Special Talented Adult Resident (S.T.A.R.) program provided a wealth of activities during December for adults in The Villages with special needs. On Dec. 29, participants of the program wrapped up the month at Ezell Recreation with a few rounds of bocce golf. Bernadette Cecchini,Continue reading “Wrap up of S.T.A.R. December Activities”

Whether it’s a film, tribute show or art exhibit, the surrounding area is kicking of 2025 with plenty of entertainment options. Explore Art on the First Weekend of The New Year If you are free on the first Saturday of the New Year, head to Appleton Museum of Art for its Free First Saturday andContinue reading “Plenty of Entertainment Options at the Start off the New Year”

Zack Denby grew up preforming at Lake Harris Hideaway. There is even a photo of him holding a guitar as a toddler at the restaurant to prove it. As someone who has been making music since he was old enough to walk, Denby enjoys performing because of the connections he makes with others. Those connectionsContinue reading “Community Plans Send Off Party for Young Musician Zack Denby Heading To Army Boot Camp”

Practice makes perfect and competition offers exposure. Young musicians from across the country ages 12 to 25 years old showcase their talents during the annual Young Artist Competition hosted by the Ocala Symphony Orchestra. The upcoming finals of the 34th annual competition takes place 3 p.m. Jan 12 at Ocala’s Reilly Arts Center. Students submitContinue reading “Young Musicians Take Center Stage During 34th Annual Young Artist Competition”

Some people are so passionate about sports and its most iconic moments in history, they will try to go back in time to relive those glory days. That is what Len Ferman, a sports historian and adjunct professor of management at the University of North Florida, has done for the past five years. “I’ve alwaysContinue reading “Sports and history fans get to gain knowledge and relive the glory days of little known sports occurrences during upcoming courses with the enrichment academy hosted by historian Len Ferman.”