Charity Car Wash!
Fundraiser for Justin Corbridge
This Saturday from 8:00am - 12:00pm
Charity Car Wash!!
$10.00 per Car..
Two years ago Justin was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer called Ewing Sarcoma. Through aggressive treatment and trendous tenacity he has been cancer free for 18 months. Unfortunately Justin's cancer has returned. His parents are getting as much information as they can to help him fight for this terrible disease. But that takes money! While we can't help with his treatments we can help financially!!
Donations can be made to
New Traditions Bank
505 Wekiva Springs Rd.
Longwood, Fl 32779
Make checks payable to:
Justin Corbridge Medical Expense Account
Green seen all over MLB on St. Patrick's Day
Green has been one of the rarest colors in the Major League Baseball uniform spectrum over the game's history, clashing with the sport's playing surface and never catching on as a sartorial staple. It was incorporated famously by the Oakland A's and experimented with for one 61-win season in 1937 by the Brooklyn Dodgers, who switched to blue the next year.
On this day, however, green is all the rage.
St. Patrick's Day is an annual blast throughout the Cactus and Grapefruit Leagues, where it has become tradition for on-field personnel to don varying amounts of green, and in some cases even dye their facial hair green. The color will be saturated on a 20-game slate again on Saturday as you watch in person or live on MLB.TV, and you will see it everywhere in the stands as crowds celebrate the annual occasion in their own special ways.
Tedi the Leprechaun is a St. Patrick's Day fixture at the Red Sox's Spring Training home in Fort Myers, Fla. (AP)From now until 11:59 p.m. ET on Monday, the MLB.com Shop is offering all items in its St. Patrick's Day collection at 20 percent off. You'll find everything from a Cubs Women's "I Love Green" T-shirt to a Yankees Authentic Personalized Batting Practice Jersey to a Royals Cleanup Adjustable Cap with the shamrock on the back.
"It's a good day to wear green," Giants closer Brian Wilson said, as fashion watchers again wait to see if he might dye his beard green. "Everybody likes to wear green on St. Patrick's Day."
While the Reds got this tradition going by wearing green trim instead of red for a 1978 St. Patrick's Day exhibition game, it is also worth pointing out that particular Phillies 1981 Tug McGraw St. Patrick's Day jersey at the Shop. It was in that year that McGraw, coming off the World Series title he clinched with the final pitch, had his entire uniform dyed green. He had always said it was his favorite holiday.
On March 17, 1981, McGraw came in to pitch wearing the green threads. Umpire Nick Colosi waved him off the field.
"Tug popped out of the dugout. Nick Colosi went, 'No, no, no.' He kind of threw cold water on the party that day," longtime broadcaster Chris Wheeler told Paul Hagen, veteran reporter for MLB.com. "I don't ever remember seeing [anybody wear green] before. It wasn't like the guys were wearing green hats in those days. That became a tradition later. This was just impish Tug being the leprechaun on St. Patrick's Day."
Today, it is standard uniform protocol. For Brewers pitcher Kameron Loe, that usually means dying his facial hair green on this day.
"It's kind of a tradition I've got," he said at last year's St. Patrick's Day game. "I'm a quarter-Irish or so. I have a little fun on St. Patrick's Day. It's about the only hair I can grow, so I figured why not color it green?"
The Red Sox are at home for a 1:35 p.m. ET game against the Orioles in Fort Myers, Fla., and for Boston fans that always means the sight of Tedi the Leprechaun. He usually can be found signing autographs, hanging out with players and fans, and stopping by the Red Sox broadcast booth.
What does he do the other days each year?
"Work my way up and down the East Coast, visiting people, spreading my Boston Red Sox cheer," Tedi said. "That's it."
Everyone is going green. And even better, there are 20 chances to see it happen. It is one of the biggest dockets of the year in baseball, including 10 split-squad games. That includes a Cubs split-squad that is going to Las Vegas for games against the Rangers on Saturday and Sunday.
Take a look around Spring Training on this day, and be reminded of all that is green in the game, even greener than before. The official changing of the calendar season is on Tuesday.
"Natural green grass stirs our conscious to remind us that spring is just around the corner," MLB groundskeeping guru Murray Cook said. "We all have childhood memories of playing in the yard or ball field with our friends, and the beauty of green grass breathes new life into those feelings, telling the world we are ready for spring. So plant a plant in honor of St Patty's day. Preferably not a shamrock, as they are considered a broadleaf grassy weed for baseball fields."
Why do we wear green??
Wearing of the green originated when Irish Americans fought to obtain political status in the United States. Up until the mid-nineteenth century, most Irish immigrants in America were members of the Protestant middle class. When the Great Potato Famine hit Ireland in 1845, close to a million poor, uneducated, Catholic Irish began to pour into America to escape starvation. Despised for their religious beliefs and funny accents by the American Protestant majority, the immigrants had trouble finding even menial jobs. When Irish Americans in the country 's cities took to the streets on St. Patrick's Day to celebrate their heritage, newspapers portrayed them in cartoons as drunk, violent monkeys.
However, the Irish soon began to realize that their great numbers endowed them with a political power that had yet to be exploited. They started to organize, and their voting block, known as the "green machine," became an important swing vote for political hopefuls. Suddenly, annual St. Patrick's Day parades became a show of strength for Irish Americans, as well as a must-attend event for a slew of political candidates. In 1948, President Truman attended New York City 's St. Patrick's Day parade, a proud moment for the many Irish whose ancestors had to fight stereotypes and racial prejudice to find acceptance in America.
However, the Irish soon began to realize that their great numbers endowed them with a political power that had yet to be exploited. They started to organize, and their voting block, known as the "green machine," became an important swing vote for political hopefuls. Suddenly, annual St. Patrick's Day parades became a show of strength for Irish Americans, as well as a must-attend event for a slew of political candidates. In 1948, President Truman attended New York City 's St. Patrick's Day parade, a proud moment for the many Irish whose ancestors had to fight stereotypes and racial prejudice to find acceptance in America.
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Florida Strawberry Festival
2012 Florida Strawberry Festival®
Free Entertainment
All included FREE with your paid gate admission
In addition to all of the livestock shows (located north of midway), displays and exhibits, here are some of the FREE entertainment you will enjoy at the 2012 Festival:
Sweetbay Supermarket Showcase Tent
DENNIS LEE
Sponsored by: Bionic Band
A legend in his own mind, everyone's favorite funny man Dennis Lee and his band perform everything from Elvis to R &B and Country several times daily in the Sweetbay Supermarket Showcase Tent.
Show Times: Daily at 1:00 pm, 4:00 pm & 7:00 pm.
However, there will be no 7:00 pm show on 3/1; 3/2; 3/3; 3/9 or 3/10
Jay Taylor Band
As comfortable onstage as he is in on the ranch, Jay performs with a presence and sound that are beyond his 24 years. His rich, understated baritone vocals have been compared to those of the legendary George Strait, one of Jay’s influences along with Garth Brooks, Elvis Presley, and his own musical family. Daily in the Sweetbay Supermarket Showcase Tent.
Show Times: Daily at 11:00 am, 2:00 pm & 5:00 pm.
However, there will be no 5:00 pm show on 3/3 or 3/4
The Walker Brothers Bluegrass & Acoustic Music Show
March 2 – March 11, 2012
The Walker Brothers are nationally acclaimed musicians who have performed nationally and internationally at many great venues including several shows on the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tennessee. Cory and Jarrod Walker have been featured on CBS and ABC television specials with Keith Urban, Ricky Skaggs, Earl Scruggs and Kix Brooks.
Located in the Sweetbay Supermarket Showcase Tent.
Show Times: 12:00 pm Noon, 3:00 pm & 6:00 pm.
However, there will be no 6:00 pm show on 3/2; 3/3 or 3/4
Karaoke Contest at the Florida Strawberry Festival
Sponsored By: Talent Quest Florida
March 1, 2012
Contest Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Who wants to Karaoke? The Florida Strawberry Festival is hosting the Open Qualifying for Talent Quest Florida on Thursday, March 1, 2012 from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Talent Quest Florida is the world's largest regional karaoke competition in Tampa, feeding into the national Talent Quest competition held each year in Nevada. Each year singers from throughout the State of Florida compete for a chance to represent Florida at the national Talent Quest singing competition, where they can earn $3,500, a chance to perform in front of music producers and potentially record their own CD. For more information, please visit http://talentquestflorida.com/StrawberryRegistration.html.
Borden Dairy Strawberry Tent
Ron Diamond
Sponsored By: SunTrust Bank
Show Times:
Whether performing for hundreds or thousands, Ron's shows generate excitement and enthusiasm that causes those who attend to come back for more and bring friends and family with them to share in the great fun to be had by all who attend this rip roaring funny show! Located in the Borden Dairy Strawberry Tent.
Show Times: 11:00 am, 3:00 pm & 7:00 pm.
The Gothard Sisters
Sponsored By: Florida Technical College
March 1 – March 5, 2012
From fast fiddle numbers to singing ballads and Irish dancing, The Gothard Sisters are three sisters who are champion Irish dancers and musicians. The trio uses their talents to perform entertaining shows featuring country, Irish, flamenco and rock music. Simply a good time for everyone! Located in the Borden Dairy Strawberry Tent.
Show Times: 1:00 pm, 5:00 pm & 8:30 pm.
Lloyd Mabrey/Do Your Best
Sponsored By: Florida Technical College
March 6 – March 11, 2012
Lloyd has been performing since 1976 as a professional entertainer and has become one of our country’s most respected performers. He has opened for more than a hundred major acts from Buck Owens to the Beach Boys. His versatile singing style and 12 string guitar skills are complemented by his warm wit and his incredible improvisational skills. His extensive song list and talent to write songs on the spot appeals to all ages. Lloyd Mabrey is truly a one of a kind entertainer! Located in the Borden Dairy Strawberry Tent.
Show Times: 1:00 pm, 5:00 pm & 8:30 pm.
On Grounds Entertainment
Kandu Magic Show
Sponsored by: Vision Auto Glass
Kandu and Jill The Music Lady create a show like no other. Incorporating live music, sound effects, sight gags, slapstick comedy and audience participation, this show captivates both the young and the young at heart.
Show Times: 11:30 am, 4:30 pm & 7:30 pm.
Saturday’s & Sunday’s at 1:30 pm
Neighborhood Village
Sponsored by: Kitchen Craft
Open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily
The Neighborhood Village is dedicated to the homemade and handcrafted items created by folks in the community and surrounding communities, including: baking, cake decorating, food preservation, home decoration items, jewelry and needlework.
World Champion Lumberjills
Sponsored by: Home Depot
World Champion Lumberjills chopping, sawing, and deftly handling axes and chainsaws in shows that are not only historical and educational, they're humorous and filled with audience participation.
Show Times: 11:00 am, 2:30 pm & 5:30 pm.
Saturday’s & Sunday’s at 7:30 pm
Pioneer Skills in Early Arts and Trades
Sponsored by: Florida’s Best
Open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily
Woodwork and rope making demonstrations will give guests a unique opportunity to see how our ancestors used their simple tools and traditional skills.
Sea Lion Splash Show
Sponsored by: Spot Shot Instant Carpet Stain Remover
Come and be greeted by our friendly sea lions who possess personality plus. One look in their eyes and it's love at first sight. The only traveling, self-contained sea lion show in the United States. See close up how sea lions react in a natural setting. Learn how they act in the wild and how we can preserve them.
Show Times: 1:00 pm, 4:00 pm & 8:00 pm.
Rock-It the Robot
March 5 – March 11, 2012
Sponsored By: D & D Garage Doors
Get ready to meet your new favorite dance partner! At 9 feet tall, Rock-It the Robot has moves that range from country to HIP-HOP and even has his own Robo-Boogie-Get-Down dancing. With his own brand of comedic humor, Rock-It is a must see at this year’s Festival.
Show Times: 11:00 am, 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm.
Robinson’s Racing Pigs and Paddling Porkers
Sponsored by: Netterfield’s Concessions
Calling all race fans! Come out & cheer for your favorite racing pigs and paddling porkers at the 2012 Florida Strawberry Festival. Watch as the porkers swim race four at a time while the crowd cheers the porkers on to victory as they finish their race diving in to a 24 ft swimming pool called the hogwash. Our pigs run for the ultimate prize for a pig. An Oreo cookie of course!
Show Times: 11:00 am, Noon, 2:00 pm 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm & 8:00 pm.
RUNA PACHA
Sponsored by: Verizon Wireless
From the Andes Mountains, they play native wind pipes and flutes combined with a variety of string instruments and modern electronic effects to create a relaxing sound like no other.
Show Times: 11:00 am, Noon, 2:00 pm 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm & 8:00 pm.
Strawberry Production Exhibit
Open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily
Sponsored by: Florida Strawberry Growers Association
They’ll show the contrast between how strawberries were grown years ago and how they are cultivated today. Exhibit includes artifacts from days of old in an authentic setting. This is an educational opportunity for city folks to gain insight and understanding about how one of Florida's sweetest crops are grown today.
Special Guests
Jimmy Sturr & Orchestra
Thursday, March 1, 2012
Seniors' Day Performer- Wish Farms Soundstage
Senior Day Sponsored By: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida
Performing at 10:30 am
Bell Shoals
Friday, March 2, 2012
Located in the Sweetbay Supermarket Showcase Tent
Performing will be the “Arts for Students” group comprised of middle and high school students, the “Bell Shoals Worship Team” from the adult music ministry, and “Refuge” made up of college students and young adults.
Show Time: 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Arts for Students 8:00 pm
Bell Shoals
Worship Team 9:00 pm
Refuge
Suite Caroline
Sponsored by: Fantastic Sams
Saturday, March 3, 2012 at 1:00 PM on the Wish Farms Soundstage
An energetic entertainer with a powerful voice, Suite Caroline is a talented young musician known for doing it all; singing, songwriting and playing the guitar. This dynamic young artist is known for her storytelling, as she talks about her life, family and friends in each of her concerts as well as in her songs.
HOLA Plant City
Saturday, March 3, 2012
Located in the Sweetbay Supermarket Showcase Tent
Show Times: 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ronnie McDowell
Thursday, March 8, 2012
Seniors' Day Performer- Wish Farms Soundstage
Senior Day Sponsored By: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida
Performing at 10:30 am
Makenzie Raye
Friday, March 9, 2012
Located in the Sweetbay Supermarket Showcase Tent
Makenzie Raye is an upcoming music and artist from the Tampa Bay area. Makenzie has performed from Barefoot Music Festival to Downtown Disney. Makenzie has just released her first single "Dang Fairytales" that she will be performing.
Show Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Rev. Arthur T. Jones
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Located in the Sweetbay Supermarket Showcase Tent
Rev. Art Jones is the Senior Pastor of Bible-Based Fellowship Church, Inc., singer, songwriter, Bible student, record and video producer. Rev. Jones & the Bible-Based Fellowship Church Cathedral Choir will perform.
Show Time: 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
The Lizard Lick Krew
March 8 – March 11, 2012
Located at the Carolina Carports Inc. “Cover My Ride” Tour Trailer
Due to a great deal of requests by the fans, the Lizard Lick Krew is going to be touring the nation in 2012 and this is one event they will be attending in Florida. They will be signing autographs, taking pictures with fans and selling their famous Lizard Lick merchandise. Be sure to visit the Lizard Lick Krew at the Carolina Carports Inc. “Cover My Ride” Tour trailer.
Stingray Chevrolet Entertainment Tent
MUST SEE Special Events
Youth Strawberry Stemming Contest
Saturday, March 3, 2012
2:00 pm
Sponsored By: SunnyRidge Farm
Adult Strawberry Stemming Contest
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
2:00 pm
Sponsored By: SunnyRidge Farm
Superdog Corndog Eating Contest
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
1:00 pm
Sponsored By: Super Dog
Strawberry Shortcake Eating Contest
Thursday March 8, 2012
2:00 pm
Sponsored By: St. Clements Catholic Church
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