October 2021
All dates & times are subject to change.
Please contact the event organizer before attending.
September /October • 2021 • GASPARILLA MAGAZINE 87
Boots & Bling
Saturday, Oct. 2, 5 to 10 p.m.
Crestwood Circus Ranch, 1481 Crestwood Rd.,
Englewood
Manasota Mystique is Englewood’s premier event and
will be embarking on its 10th year in existence. This year
Manasota Mystique presents “Boots and Bling.”
Lighthouse Grill is making a special menu to accommodate
the evening and showcase their specialty dishes.
There will be two open bars, multiple forms of entertainment,
and networking with Englewood’s “who’s who.”
Registration is $150 and includes entry, dinner, open
bar, elite networking, entertainment, auction items and
more. A portion of the proceeds will again be used to
provide college scholarships for Lemon Bay High School
Seniors.
Florida International Air Show
Saturday, Oct. 16 & Sunday, Oct. 17
Gates open at 9 a.m., show starts at noon
Punta Gorda Airport, 28000 A-1, Airport Rd, Punta
Gorda
It’s offi cial! The 2021 Florida International Air
Show is back! The performers include the F-16 Viper
Demo Team, the C-17 Globemaster, the FG-1D Corsair
- Commemorative Air Force, the SBD Dauntless -
Commemorative Air Force, Scott Farnsworth - S-211
Marchetti Jet Qyon Aero Sports, Patty Wagstaff, ChefPitts
(Clemens Kuhlig) & the PittS1S, Jim Peitz and the
Beechcraft Bonanza , SOCOM Para-Commandos and Matt
Jolley, air show announcer.
General admission tickets are $25, discounts for seniors,
active duty military and veterans. To purchase tickets and
for more information go to FloridaAirShow.com or call
(833) PGD-FIAS.
American Vintage Markets: Falling for Vintage
Saturday, October 16, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, October 17, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sarasota County Fairgrounds & Robarts Arena,
3000 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota
Inspired by the love of vintage and handmade,
American Vintage Markets is pleased to bring together a
wide array of carefully curated vendors who will showcase
their best re-cycled, re-purposed, and re-imagined
treasures.
You’ll be sure to fi nd unique, vintage-inspired
home decor, up-cycled goods, collectibles, industrial
salvage, jewelry, clothing, furniture, plus a whole
lot more! Admission is $8. For more details, see
americanvintagemarkets.com/sarasota
Antiques in Arcadia
Saturday, Oct. 23, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Oak Street, Downtown Arcadia
Looking for something vintage, funky or fun? Head to
historic Arcadia for the monthly Arcadia Antique Fair. The
street is lined with antique shops, and the vendors set up
out front and in the parking lots. Head there early in the
day for the best treasures. Go to West Oak Street in Arcadia
for a fun few hours. For details, see arcadiafl antiques.com/
about.html.
The 11th Annual Tour de North Port
“It’s the Green Pumpkin!”
Sunday, October 24, doors open at 7 a.m.
Imagine School, 2757 Sycamore St. North Port
Registration is now open for this fun, organized, on-road
scenic bicycle ride with routes of 15, 35 or 65 miles that
travel through some of North Port’s most beautiful, natural
settings. Each route will have its own color-coded road
markings.
Breakfast donated by FirstWatch, a catered lunch will be
provided, delicious desserts including homemade pies,
fully-stocked rest stops with homemade snacks, full mobile
Support And Gear (SAG) provided by Louie’s Bicycle and
Real Bikes Venice. Pre-registration online by Oct. 22 is $50,
day-of, $55. Groups of six or more, $45.
The fi rst 400 to register will receive a free ride t-shirt and
goodie bag. To register online and for more information
go to peoplefortrees.com.
Rhythm On The River Concert Series –
Appalachian Road Show
Friday, October 29, 6 to 8 p.m.
Edison & Ford Winter Estates
2350 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers
Spend the evening along the river at the fi rst-ever
bluegrass festival with the Appalachian Road Show! Enjoy
great music, a fantastic view, and refreshing beverages.
Bring your favorite lawn chair and a sweater if the weather
is chilly.
The band includes Grammy-nominated banjoist Barry
Abernathy, Grammy-winning fi ddler Jim VanCleve, vocalist
and mandolinist Darrell Webb, Grammy-winning bassist
Todd Phillips, and guitarist Zeb Snyder.
There will be food and beverages available for purchase.
No coolers permitted. Concert starts at 6 p.m.; doors open
at 5:30 p.m. Parking available in the Edison Ford lots only.
Cost: Edison Ford Members: $30; Non-members: $35;
Tickets at the door: $40. Visit edisonfordwinterestates.org
for more information.
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