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TICKETS AND CLASSES and VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES
SAT. AUG 23 - THE CADILLAC COWBOYS AT THE FIREHOUSE!
7:30 – 9:30 p.m. at Location: Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin. Event type: Center Stage.
Ken Carlyle, T.J Weger, Eric “Flycatcher” Carlson, Don Cox, and Joe Martin – provide an infectious mix of original and classic songs deeply rooted in the styles of Western Swing, Bluegrass, Americana and Zydeco. Somewhere near the intersection of ‘Bon Ton Roulet’ and the ‘Clinch Mountain Back Step’, you will find the Cowboys serving up their musical gumbo. Become a FCC Member and SAVE! Ticket Prices: $23 Members
$30 Future Members All Reservations are in Advance: Call for tickets: 813-645-7651 or Book Online below.
Tickets are non-refundable.
UNTIL FRI. SEP 5 - SEEKING MS. SUN CITY CENTER CONTESTANTS!
It’s been 18 years since the last competition – now the tradition continues. This isn’t just a beauty pageant, it’s a celebration of grace, grit, and the vibrant contributions of senior women in our community. It is open to all women ages 60 and up who reside in Sun City Center (regardless of SCCCA membership). This event honors those who demonstrate talent, vitality, and spirit, – the qualities that make our community thrive. Areas of competition are evening attire, 2 minute talent and on stage community contribution on stage question. Crown, sash and prizes for the 2025-2026 winner. Interested ladies can download the application at www.suncitycenter.org. For more info, email Nancy McCall at nmccall@suncitycemter.org or call her at 813-394-1267. Deadline is Sept. 5th.
MON. SEP 8 - THE KINGS POINT MIXED CHORUS BEGINS REHEARSALS!
Every Monday at 12:15 p.m. with rehearsal times running until 2:30 p.m. We meet in the East-West Room of the Kings Point North Clubhouse. The Kings Point Mixed Chorus will begin rehearsals for the 2025 winter season on September 8 2025. The registration fee is $25. There are no auditions; if you can match a pitch, and love to sing, join us !! For further information contact Terri at 845.399.0192. The Winter Concert is scheduled for December 16; Director Faye Nepon, with chorus members have gathered a medley of sacred and secular celebratory songs for the holiday season !!
TUE. SEP 9 - TAKE THE AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE AND YOU MAY SAVE MONEY ON YOUR CAR INSURANCE!
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (please arrive 20 minutes early) Location: Sun City Center Atrium Bldg.- Caper Room, 1009 Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Fl. 33573
Take the AARP Smart Driver™ course and you may save money on your car insurance!
Drive smart. Save smart.
» Refresh your driving skills and explore the latest traffic laws.
» Learn research-based driving strategies to help you stay safe behind the wheel.
» Discover proven driving methods to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.
To Register: Call (707) 917-0010 Registration is required. Course payment by check or money order made out to AARP . Members bring AARP card . Everyone can bring a lunch
FRI. SEP 19 - PRESCRIPTION: MURDER (additional performance dates listed)
7:30 – 9:30 p.m. at Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin. Event type: Center Stage. Prescription: Murder, A Classic Thriller by Richard Levinson & William Link. Originally Developed by Robert Cohn. Before Columbo became a legendary TV detective, he made his stage debut in this gripping psychological thriller. Prescription: Murder introduces audiences to the cunning Lieutenant Columbo as he unravels a sophisticated murder plot masterminded by a suave, brilliant psychiatrist and his mistress. What begins as the perfect crime slowly unravels under Columbo’s seemingly disarming demeanor and sharp intellect. Full of suspense, clever twists, and unforgettable confrontations, this play keeps audiences guessing until the very end. A must-see for fans of classic crime stories, Prescription: Murder is a smart, tense, and thrilling theatrical experience. Join us for an unforgettable night of live theater brought to you by the nonprofit Brandon Performing Arts, also known as MacBeth & Cheese.
List of all Show Dates:
Friday, September 19 @7:30 pm.
Saturday, September 20 @7:30 pm.
Sunday, September 21 @3:00 pm. Matinee.
Friday, September 26 @7:30 pm.
Saturday, September 27 @7:30 pm.
Sunday, September 28 @3:00 pm. Matinee.
Join us! Become a FCC Member and SAVE! Ticket Prices: $25 Members $30 Future Members. All Reservations are in advance: Please Book On Line Below. Or Call for tickets: 813-645-7651 Tickets are non-refundable.
MON. OCT 6 - TICKET SALES OPEN FOR SCCCA SEASON SERIES!
SCCCA Members, purchase your tickets in the Atrium.
Individual tickets - $21
Series tickets (five – Friday Shows, five – Sunday Shows)
Ticket sales begin Monday, October 6, 2025
Friday Night Dances – 7:00 p.m.
November 21, 2025 – Rocky and the Rollers
December 19, 2025 – One Hit Wonders
January 23, 2026 – Fire Fly
February 6, 2026 – Frequency Band
March 6, 2026 – Luna and the Warriors
Sunday Shows – 2:00 p.m.
November 9, 2025 – Jassen Allen (Lionel Ritchie tribute)
December 7, 2025 – These Guys Worldwide
January 11, 2026 – Million Dollar Duet
February 15, 2026 – Eagles Revival
March 29, 2026 – British Invasion
MON. OCT - CENTER 4 LIFE LEARNING CLASS REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
Come learn and be entertained. The 2025 Center 4Life Learning Fall Semester begins the week
of October 6. The classes are open to all adults in the community and are held on the campus of
the United Methodist Church of Sun City Center, 1971 Haverford Avenue, SCC. The classes
provide intellectual stimulation and fellowship with a wide variety of subjects. Class
descriptions, instructor bios, class dates and times are listed on the Center 4Life Learning
website: www.sccumc.com/4lifelearning.
Art: Beginning Calligraphy; Intermediate Quilling; Modern Dot Art
Discussion: Artificial Intelligence; Chautauqua XI; Rock, Reason & Resolution: Philosophy You
Already Know; UFOs; Understanding Modern Art; What in the World?
Finance: Investment, Estate, and Tax Planning
Health: End-Of-Life Planning for You and Your Family; Plant-Powered Living, A Holistic Approach
to Vibrant Health; Therapeutic Writing for People in 12 Step Recovery
History: Beginning Genealogy; Film History of American War Movies; The Constitutional
Convention of 1787
Language: Beginners Conversational Spanish Level I & Level II; Sign Language
Live Theater: Fun With Improv
Technology: Android Smartphones & Tablets
Center4Life Learning also has day trips. Visit website at www.sccumc.com/4lifelearning for
more information, register on-line for classes and trips or visit the Center 4Life Learning office.
The Center 4Life Learning office is open, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Credit
card, check, and cash are accepted in the Center office. Sign up today. For more information,
call 813-634-8607 or email center4life@sccumc.com
WED. OCT 29 - MS. SUN CITY CENTER PAGEANT!
6:30 p.m. Doors will open at 5:00 p.m. at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. SCC. It’s been 18 years since the last competition – now the tradition continues. This isn’t just a beauty pageant, it’s a celebration of grace, grit, and the vibrant contributions of senior women in our community. It is open to all women age 60 and up who reside in Sun City Center (regardless of SCCCA membership). This event honors those who demonstrate talent, vitality, and spirit – the qualities that make our community thrive. Complimentary appetizers and Mocktails will be available. The mocktails include Margaritas, Pina Coladas, Daiquiris, Coke, Fruit Punch, Club Soda, and Tonic. The event is BYOB. There will be silent auctions and raffles. Reserve your table for 10 for $250 or single tickets for $25 beginning August 19, 2025.
TUE. NOV 11 - TAKE THE AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE AND YOU MAY SAVE MONEY ON YOUR CAR INSURANCE!
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (please arrive 20 minutes early) Location: Sun City Center Atrium Bldg.- Caper Room, 1009 Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Fl. 33573
Take the AARP Smart Driver™ course and you may save money on your car insurance!
Drive smart. Save smart.
» Refresh your driving skills and explore the latest traffic laws.
» Learn research-based driving strategies to help you stay safe behind the wheel.
» Discover proven driving methods to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.
To Register: Call (813) 530-5772 Registration is required. Course payment by check or money order made out to AARP . Members bring AARP card . Everyone can bring a lunch
CLASSES - COMPUTER CLUB
12:30 - 5:00 p.m. — Tuition is payable upon registration. Sign up for your choice of class in the Computer Lab, (Atrium Building) Monday through Saturday. For additional information send email to: Pauline Baker, Education Director: paulinebaker864@gmail.com