City of Casselberry

The Casselberry Arts Center is excited to invite you to the Blue Bamboo Summer Concert Series!

Casselberry Arts Center, 137 Quail Pond Circle, Casselberry, Fl 32707

Purchase your tickets and see the full summer line up at
BlueBambooArtCenter.com

Friday, July 5 from 8-10 PM

Saxophonist/vocalist Greg Diaz and his quintet perform original music, as well original treatments of old and new jazz standards. Greg has toured with Ben E King, as well as performing with Phil Woods, Ira Sullivan, Victor Lewis, Roy Hargrove, Jon Secada, and many others.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NaGVU9t2mNU

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Saturday, July 6 from 8-10 PM

Guitarist and recording artist Don Soledad has been a mainstay in the US and Florida talent pool since his move from the San Francisco Bay Area. His dedication to the art of flamenco guitar started under the tutelage of flamenco guitar maestros living in the US, as well as in Andalucia, Spain. Performance highlights include; opening for Jazz guitar legend Larry Coryell, stints at the Versace Mansion in South Beach, and performing for Gloria Estefan’s private parties as well as being the house band for 5 years at the Estefan’s resort Costa d’Este in Vero Beach.

https://youtu.be/EOa9TDdRCkg

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Sunday, July 7 from 3-5 PM

Terry Myers has had a storied career in Central Florida, including being a band leader at Walt Disney World's Epcot, the band leader at Rosie O'Grady's Good Time Jazz Emporium, and as an original member of Bill Allred's Classic Jazz Band. Terry is a former director of the famed Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, and has appeared at many jazz festivals across the United States, Europe, and Asia.

"Terry Myers is undoubtedly one of the best all-around reed players in the country today. His versatility and expertise on the clarinet and saxophone are a treat to the ears." - Buddy Morrow, former leader of the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=koPzZX1DUB0

Purchase your tickets and see the full summer line up at
BlueBambooArtCenter.com

City Hall and all City facilities will be closed on Thursday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. Please do not place items out until your next regularly scheduled pick up day. If Thursday is your regular recycling pick up day, the next scheduled pick up will be on July 11th.

The Casselberry Recreation Center will be open on Friday, July 5th from 8 am - 4 pm.
All other facilities will be closed. Have a happy and safe holiday!

The City of Casselberry accepts and welcomes people of diverse backgrounds and believes a diverse population leads to a more vibrant community. At the June 10th City Commission meeting, Pride Month was recognized by the Invocation Speaker, Reverend James Witherspoon, as well as a Mayor's Proclamation designating June as Pride Month in the City. Mayor Henson also presented Alton Williams, Chairman and Treasurer of the Evergreen Cemetery Board of Trustees, with a proclamation for Juneteenth. Evergreen Cemetery, which is located within the City of Casselberry on S. Cypress Way, will be holding a Juneteenth Celebration and grand opening of the Brawner House Museum of Historical Facts with a tour that features a collection of historic African-American artifacts on Sunday, June 23, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.
-MindedCIty
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The Casselberry Arts Center is excited to announce a partnership with the Blue Bamboo Center for the Arts. Blue Bamboo will be programming a Summer Concert Series during the months of July and August inside the Casselberry Arts Center, located at 137 Quail Pond Circle.

Blue Bamboo Center for the Arts is a registered 501(c)(3) charitable corporation. Their mission is to serve the community through the arts by providing affordable, family friendly music, spoken word, and visual arts while providing income to artists. They have a full line up scheduled for the Casselberry Arts Center. Tickets for the concerts can be purchased through their website at www.bluebambooartcenter.com

Art House All Stars
A group exhibition featuring the artwork from the students and teachers of classes at the Casselberry Art House.

For over twenty years the Art House has been a community arts hub with dedicated gallery space and classroom space where people can learn to express themselves through a wide variety of mediums including ceramics, watercolor, oil, and acrylic paint. In addition to our regular classes, the Art House hosts unique workshops from some of the areas top artists.

This exhibition will showcase the talent that has worked inside these walls and will celebrate the success of this special asset to the community. Join the artists and teachers to celebrate during the opening reception on Friday, June 14 from 6-8 PM, during the Summer Food Truck event at Lake Concord Park.

For more information, please contact (407) 262-7700, Ext. 1122.

All events are subject to change and/or cancellation.

Casselberry Summer Food Trucks is back with BUBBLE BLAST!
A fun filled event for the whole family, including the dogs.
Food trucks, Live Music from Cat Ridgeway, Art Galleries, Vendors, annnnnd
a BIG bubble blowing area where kids can blow bubbles bigger than themselves!
Dogs can join the fun by trying to eat our BACON FLAVORED BUBBLES!!! That's right, bacon flavored bubbles.

Come out on the second Friday, June 14th for some great fun at Lake Concord Park.

Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs, tables, blankets and enjoy an incredible evening with free music entertainment.

General parking is located at the parking lots of surrounding businesses. Disabled parking and drop-off is available in the City parking lots near City Hall and Lake Concord Park, including the old Police Department lots.

For more information, please call the Recreation Division at (407) 262-7700, Ext. 1507.

All events are subject to change and/or cancellation.

The City of Casselberry won the Community Award 🏆at the Inaugural FDOT District 5 Central Florida Safety Summit for the Sunset Drive LIveable Street Improvements Project! By influencing people's behavior, the features of Sunset Drive improve both safety and health of the community. This mile-long two-lane project features travel lanes to a width of ten feet, tighter corners at intersections, and two raised crosswalks to make drivers naturally slow down a bit more, giving safer opportunities for walkers to cross the street while also providing a nice comfortable drive for motorists going the speed limit. Area residents know this stretch of road not only is heavily traveled, but also has a lot of children walking to and from school, and golfers on carts with the Casselberry Golf Club in close proximity. With the leadership of Dr. Kelly Brock, Public Works & Utilities Director, Casselberry has already made great strides toward our goal of becoming the most walkable, rollable, and bikeable City in Central Florida by 2040 with a balanced multimodal transportation system! 🚶‍♀️👩‍🦽🏃‍♂️🚴‍♂️🥇🙌
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At the Inaugural Central Florida Safety Summit FDOT District 5 recognized several partners with awards in six categories. 🏆

City of Casselberry won the Community Award for their dedicated approach to making their community feel safer while on their roadways!

They affirm that all road projects should be designed to comfortably accommodate all users in their ‘Connecting Casselberry: The Casselberry Multimodal Transportation Master Plan.' One example that has come out of this policy is the Sunset Drive Livable Street Improvements Project, which shows how infrastructure can influence human behavior. This mile-long two-lane street now features some of the key design guidelines contained in the City’s Healthy Community Complete Streets Policy, including narrowed travel lanes to a width of ten feet, tighter corners at intersections, and two raised crosswalks to make drivers naturally slow down a bit more, giving safer opportunities for walkers to cross the street while also providing a nice, comfortable drive for motorists going the speed limit.

By influencing people’s behavior, the features of Sunset Drive improve both safety and health of the community. The project was made possible in partnership with
MetroPlan Orlando and FDOT.

Thank you to the City of Casselberry for not only their forward thinking, but for helping create safer roadways for residents!🎉

Bring your friends and family out for a free concert and car show!
This Saturday, May 25 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Lake Concord Park.

Rockit Fly, one of the area’s most popular bands, will be making its Casselberry debut performing 1980s hits from Journey to Def Leppard to Guns N’ Roses and their own music.

The opening act for the night will be Sound Theory, a high-energy five-piece band that plays covers from the 1970s through the 1990s.

There will be more than 150 classic cars, muscle cars, and hot rods for car enthusiasts to enjoy. And there will be a contest for best car.

As part of this Memorial Weekend celebration, the city will again honor all veterans for their service with a color guard display and plaque.

While your in the park be sure to stop into our three art galleries where you can see art from over 40 artists in a wide variety of mediums and styles.
More than 20 food, beverage, and product vendors will be on hand. General parking is available at surrounding businesses. Disabled parking is available in front of the old Casselberry Police Station.

For more information, visit www.casselberry.org or call (407) 262-7700, Ext. 1507.

All events are subject to change and/or cancellation.

The City of Casselberry cordially invites you to the Armed Forces Day Celebration at the Casselberry Recreation Center Secret Lake Park 200 N. Triplet Lake Drive on Friday, May 10th, from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM as we pay tribute to the brave men and women who serve in our armed forces. The event will feature performances by the talented members of the South Seminole Academy Junior ROTC Group, as well as their Band and Choir. Don’t miss this opportunity to show your support and appreciation for our military personnel.

For more information call 407-262-7700 Ext. 1575.

All events are subject to change and/or cancellation.

The City of Casselberry is kicking off Older Americans Month in May with our Senior Resource Expo on Friday, May 3rd from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the Casselberry Recreation Center located at 200 N. Triplet Lake Drive. Seniors will be able to connect with providers and services that specialize in senior needs. The event is free. For more information, please call (407) 262-7700, Ext. 1575.

All Events are Subject to Change and/or Cancellation.

The 14th annual Earthfest – Seminole County’s largest environmentally friendly festival – is on Saturday, April 27, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lake Concord Park in Casselberry. It’s a packed day with free tree and plant giveaways, nature speeches, butterfly release, four musical acts, raffles, kids activities, food trucks, Adopt-a-Tree program, more than 75 vendors including many green product vendors, art exhibits including a recycled art show and a human snow cone machine with the emphasis on eco-friendly sights and sounds.

All events are subject to change and/or cancellation.

City of Casselberry's Earth Fest 2024
Saturday, April 27 10 AM - 3 PM

Schedule:

Main Stage

10 a.m.: Mayor’s Arbor Day Proclamation & Sponsors’ Presentation
10:15 a.m.-11 a.m.: Hannah MacMillan music
11 a.m.: announcements
11:15-noon: Emilee Algarin music
Noon: announcements
12:15 p.m. to 1 p.m. Morgan Joyce Hart music
1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Butterfly release
1:30 p.m.: announcement of raffle winners
1:45 p.m. to 3 p.m.: Joel Pickering music

City Hall Commission Chambers:

Free Plant and Tree Giveaway!
10:15 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Kelli Gladding (UF IFAS Center For Aquatic and Invasive Plants, Research Biologist)
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Drop Savers
1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
Tom Sacher (Seminole County, Fertilizer Educator) - Proper Fertilizer Usage

2:00 pm to 2:45 p.m.
Aimee Krivan (Orange County EPD, Pollution Prevention Program Coordinator) – Pool Pollution Prevention

*Must attend full workshop to receive free items! Subject to limited quantities.

Casselberry Art House:

10 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Recycled art show
1:30 p.m.: Recycled Art Exhibit Award Ceremony

Casselberry Sculpture House
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Walden School Recycled Art Show

Events Throughout the Day:

Art projects
Kids activities
Food Vendors
Tea Cup Auction
Green Vendors
Human-Powered Snow Cone Machine

All events are subject to change and/or cancellation.

Casselberry is currently hosting TWO EARTH CONSCIOUS ART EXHIBITIS! at the Art House and the Sculpture House!

The Recycled Art Exhibition is back for 2024 and the Casselberry Art House is filled with recycled and repurposed artwork. Come see the things you throw away refashioned into creative works of art from over 30 different artists. Place your vote for your favorite piece and see who wins at the reception, happening during our big Earth Fest celebration on April 27 from 10-2 PM.

The Recycled Art Exhibition is on view now through April 27.

Currently on view at the Sculpture House are the recycled works from the students at the Walden School, a small non-profit private school for k-12 students. They have put together a beautiful array of creative works made entirely of recycled and repurposed materials. The children are thrilled for the experience of showing their creations in an actual art gallery. Show your support for the community and visit their exhibit now through April 27 at the Casselberry Sculpture House, Monday-Friday 9-4PM and on April 27 from 10-2PM at our big Earth Fest celebration.

For more information, please call (407) 262-7700, Ext. 1122.

All events are subject to change and/or cancellation.

GO PARKS 2020 Referendum Update: With two of the five projects completed already from the 2020 GO PARKS referendum project list (Secret Lake Park and the new Arts Center), the City of Casselberry is excited to announce that two more projects are currently underway! Last week a groundbreaking ceremony was held at Wirz Park located on Mark David Boulevard and today for the new "Wheel" Park located on North Winter Park Drive. The reconstruction at Wirz Park will feature a new zero entry pool, splash elements and a lap pool. Plus, the pool will be heated for year-round swim sessions. Wheel Park is all new construction of a 40,000 square foot park which will feature elements for all ages and abilities including a bike safety training areas for children ages 2-5 and a skills and pump track for ages 5 - 12. There will also be an ADA accessible playground and a more challenging 10,000 square foot snake run.
For more information please contact the Recreation Division at (407) 262-7700, Ext. 1301.

Casselberry Arts Center is partnering with the University of Central Florida to present a juried art exhibition featuring the students in the School of Visual Arts and Design Masters of Fine Arts program. The students in this program are some of the top rising stars emerging from Central Florida. This is an opportunity not only for the students, but for the community to support their top talent.

The Art Show is an opportunity specifically for the students in the UCF SVAD MFA program to experience what it can be like to participate and put on an exhibition outside of the University, in a professional gallery space. Students will work within the parameters set by the gallery and adapt to changes and challenges that may arise throughout the process. The Art Show is the concept of an exhibition which will require the participants to think beyond their studio practice. The goal is for the students to gain experience outside of the University in a professional gallery space while garnering recognition from the Central Florida community.

Juror - The artwork will be selected by Justin Luper, artist, curator, and arts administrator. He is the Arts and Marketing Supervisor for the City of Casselberry.

Location: Casselberry Arts Center, 137 Quail Pond Circle, Casselberry FL 32707

Opening Reception - April 16 from 6-9 pm
On View - April 16 - June 15

All events are subject to change and/or cancellation.

Eric Darius headlines Spring Jazz and Art Festival

Eric Darius, one of the best live Jazz performers in the world, returns to Casselberry to headline the Spring Jazz and Art Festival on Saturday, March 16, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Lake Concord Park. With his iconic, signature jump and crowd-captivating energy, Billboard chart topping, American saxophonist, songwriter, producer, and performer, Eric Darius, is breaking the mold of modern Jazz. His latest and boldest venture to date, “Unleashed”, is a testament to his ever-evolving artistic vision, fearlessly pushing all musical boundaries while innovatively fusing Jazz with elements of R&B, Hip-Hop, Funk, Pop, and much more.

Born into a musical household with Caribbean influences, Eric's musical journey from Tampa, Florida started early at the age of 11, performing at the prestigious Montreaux Jazz Festival in Switzerland with Sonny LaRosa & America's Youngest Jazz Band. Performing over a hundred shows a year in his early teens honing his craft, he went on to record his first album independently at age 16, then made his major label debut on the global stage in 2004 with the release of Night on the Town. Taking the world by storm and causing a frenzy never seen before in Contemporary Jazz, he was prophetically hailed Debut Artist of the Year by Smooth Jazz News Magazine later that year.

With eight highly acclaimed albums to his name, Darius continues to be a singular force on the music scene while forging new paths and bridging generational gaps. To date, he has racked up five No. 1 Hit Singles and 17 Top 10 Radio Hits on Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz Chart. He was SESAC’s Top 10 Jazz Artist of the Year in 2015, Citril Starz Awards’ Best Jazz, Saxophonist, Composer, Producer & Musician of the Year in 2017, and most recently was selected the Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival Artist of the Year for 2022.

From sharing the stage with GRAMMY® Award-winning artists such as Prince, Mary J. Blige, Jamie Foxx, Babyface, Carlos Santana, David Foster, and George Benson to name a few, making TV appearances on FOX’s The X Factor and TNT’s Mob City, running his own SagiDarius Music label, to serving as annual host of the San Diego Smooth Jazz Festival, Mexico Jazz Experience, & Paris Smooth Jazz Festival, Eric's impact on the music industry is undeniable. With his countless accolades and commitment to making a difference through music education in the schools, Eric Darius stands as a beacon of unparalleled talent and dedication in today's world of entertainment.

Darius, who last played to huge crowds in Casselberry in 2015 along with Warren Hill, is considered to be one of the best showman on the jazz stage. Currently, he has been touring all around the world. His fans in Florida will be thrilled to see that the City of Casselberry is listed as one of his tour stops.

Opening the show will be Ella & The Bossa Beat. This international group focuses on singer Ella Borges, who along with the group, present a modern Brazilian Jazz style of music combined with a soulful jazz influence. The group have a residency at Universal Studios and just returned from a sold-out tour in Brazil. Locally, the have had numerous performances at the Blue Bamboo.

Also, during the jazz show, there will be 4 art exhibitions on view from 6 p.m. -8 p.m. The “Experience Contemporary” closing reception will be held at the Casselberry Arts Center, the Women Artist Group will be showcased at the Casselberry Art House, the Quarter Life Crisis is on view at the Sculpture House and there will be a special exhibit at City Hall featuring some of the finest black artists in central Florida.

Spring Jazz and Art Festival media sponsor is WUCF.

For more information, call (407) 262-7700, Ext. 1507.

All events are subject to change and/or cancellation.

Interwoven Opening reception inside Casselberry City Hall from 6-8 PM on Saturday, March 16 during the Spring Jazz and Art Festival.

This exhibition is a celebration of connection and empathy in African American Art. Viewers will enjoy a powerful and thought-provoking art show that showcases the works of six talented African American artists, Kierra Branker, Everett Spruill, Arlene Friberg-Vivaldi, Delia Miller, Gina Tyquiengco, and Briana Campbell. This show highlights the interconnectedness of humanity through the lens of the African American experience. Each piece of art on display tells a unique story, but collectively they convey a powerful message of unity and empathy.

The artists featured in this show have used their creative talents to capture the essence of the human experience, specifically focusing on the African American community. Through their art, they bring attention to the struggles and triumphs of their community, but also shed light on the universal experiences that connect all of us as human beings.

For more information, please call (407) 262-7700, Ext. 1122.

All events are subject to change and/or cancellation.

Earth Fest 2024

The 14th annual Earth Fest, Central Florida's second largest celebration, is on Saturday, April 27, from10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lake Concord Park in Casselberry.

The day includes free tree and plant giveaways, butterfly releases, and gardening workshops hosted by the City of Casselberry and Casselberry’s Friends of the Park. The mission of the day is to bring awareness about protecting our environment, creating clean energy, and reducing our carbon footprint. As part of this important mission, numerous fun activities will expand your mind through eco-friendly sights and sounds. The areas that will educate, encourage and empower citizens to create a sustainable community include the Green Vendor Area, Entertainment Area, Food area, and a Kids Zone. The event also celebrates Arbor Day, which is the last Friday in April each year. The Arbor Day Foundation has planted more than 350 million trees in neighborhoods, communities, cities, and forests throughout the world. In addition to more than 75 product vendors, the Casselberry Art House will host the Recycled Art Show, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Casselberry, and there will be artists throughout the park showing off their work.

Admission to Earth Fest 2024 is FREE, and the event is open to the public.

For more information, visit the website at: www.casselberry.org/earthfest

All events are subject to change and/or cancellation.

Eric Darius Headlines the Casselberry Spring Jazz and Art Festival!

Eric Darius, one of the best live Jazz performers in the world, returns to Casselberry to headline the Spring Jazz and Art Festival on Saturday, March 16 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Lake Concord Park. With his iconic signature jump and crowd-captivating energy, Billboard chart topping, American saxophonist, songwriter, producer, and performer, Eric Darius, is breaking the mold of modern Jazz.

From sharing the stage with GRAMMY® Award-winning artists such as Prince, Mary J. Blige, Jamie Foxx, Babyface, Carlos Santana, David Foster, and George Benson to name a few, , he is considered to be one of the best showman on the jazz stage.

Currently, he has been touring all around the world. His fans in Florida will be thrilled to see that the City of Casselberry is listed as one of his tour stops.
Opening the show will be Ella & The Bossa Beat. This international group focuses on singer Ella Borges, who along with the group, present a modern Brazilian Jazz style of music combined with a soulful jazz influence. The group have a residency at Universal Studios and just returned from a sold-out tour in Brazil. Locally, the have had numerous performances at the Blue Bamboo.

Also, during the jazz show, there will be 4 art exhibitions on view from 6 p.m. -8 p.m. The “Experience Contemporary” closing reception will be held at the Casselberry Arts Center, the Women Artists Group will be showcased at the Casselberry Art House, the Quarter Life Crisis is on view at the Sculpture House and there will be a special exhibit at City Hall titled Interwoven, featuring some of the finest black artists in central Florida.

Spring Jazz and Art Festival media sponsor is WUCF.

For more information, please call (407) 262-7700, ext. 1507.

All events are subject to change and/or cancellation.

Eric Darius Headlines Spring Jazz and Art Festival

Eric Darius, one of the best live Jazz performers in the world, returns to Casselberry to headline the Spring Jazz and Art Festival on Saturday, March 16 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Lake Concord Park. With his iconic signature jump and crowd-captivating energy, Billboard chart topping, American saxophonist, songwriter, producer, and performer, Eric Darius, is breaking the mold of modern Jazz.

From sharing the stage with GRAMMY® Award-winning artists such as Prince, Mary J. Blige, Jamie Foxx, Babyface, Carlos Santana, David Foster, and George Benson to name a few, , he is considered to be one of the best showman on the jazz stage. Currently, he has been touring all around the world. His fans in Florida will be thrilled to see that the City of Casselberry is listed as one of his tour stops.

Opening the show will be Ella & The Bossa Beat. This international group focuses on singer Ella Borges, who along with the group, present a modern Brazilian Jazz style of music combined with a soulful jazz influence. The group have a residency at Universal Studios and just returned from a sold-out tour in Brazil. Locally, the have had numerous performances at the Blue Bamboo.

Also, during the jazz show, there will be 4 art exhibitions on view from 6 p.m. -8 p.m. The “Experience Contemporary” closing reception will be held at the Casselberry Arts Center, the Women Artists Group will be showcased at the Casselberry Art House, the Quarter Life Crisis is on view at the Sculpture House and there will be a special exhibit at City Hall titled Interwoven, featuring some of the finest black artists in central Florida.

Spring Jazz and Art Festival media sponsor is WUCF.

For more information, please call (407) 262-7700, ext. 1507.

All events are subject to change and/or cancellation.

Due to construction, Wirz Park is now officially closed until late spring of 2025.

Wirz Park will receive major park improvements as part of the City of Casselberry’s GO PARKS referendum. The proposed Wirz Park Improvements include:

New pool that features zero entry, splash elements and lap pool
Pool will be heated for year-round swim sessions
New playgrounds
New basketball court
New pavilion
Renovations and expansion of Wirz Park building and bathhouse
Parking lot and landscape improvements
New multipurpose field
New outdoor exercise equipment
New volleyball court
New sidewalks and trail connector

Wirz Park is located on Mark David Boulevard. We will provide periodic updates of the construction as the project progresses.

TODAY - FRIDAY, MARCH 1st at 1 PM!

As part of the programming for the Experience Contemporary exhibition currently on display, the Casselberry Arts Center will host a free lecture from artist Jason Lazarus.

https://jasonlazarus.com/projects/how-to-watch-a-solar-eclipse/

***In anticipation of the April 8, 2024 solar eclipse–the last total solar eclipse in the lower 48 states until 2044***

Jason Lazarus will give a free lecture, HOW TO WATCH A SOLAR ECLIPSE, at the Casselberry Arts Center on Friday, March 1 at 1PM. The artist lecture will touch on vision and visibility, poetry and poetics, art, history, science, intergenerational intimacy, and access.

HOW TO WATCH A SOLAR ECLIPSE will particularly speak to artists and art students, interdisciplinary thinkers, and dreamers as well–everyone is invited.

The lecture concludes with an invitation to participate in a public art project that endeavors to become the world’s largest archive of used handmade solar eclipse viewers–each one named by the name, age, and location of each project participant. The collection, to be titled April 8, 2024, is designed to become a safety net for those who might otherwise toss their viewers in the trash. All participants who donate a used solar eclipse viewer will receive a free signed artist thank-you print celebrating the eclipse!

Eric Darius Headlines Spring Jazz and Art Festival

Eric Darius, one of the best live Jazz performers in the world, returns to Casselberry to headline the Spring Jazz and Art Festival on Saturday, March 16 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Lake Concord Park. With his iconic signature jump and crowd-captivating energy, Billboard chart topping, American saxophonist, songwriter, producer, and performer, Eric Darius, is breaking the mold of modern Jazz.

From sharing the stage with GRAMMY® Award-winning artists such as Prince, Mary J. Blige, Jamie Foxx, Babyface, Carlos Santana, David Foster, and George Benson to name a few, , he is considered to be one of the best showman on the jazz stage. Currently, he has been touring all around the world. His fans in Florida will be thrilled to see that the City of Casselberry is listed as one of his tour stops.

Opening the show will be Ella & The Bossa Beat. This international group focuses on singer Ella Borges, who along with the group, present a modern Brazilian Jazz style of music combined with a soulful jazz influence. The group have a residency at Universal Studios and just returned from a sold-out tour in Brazil. Locally, the have had numerous performances at the Blue Bamboo.

Also, during the jazz show, there will be 4 art exhibitions on view from 6 p.m. -8 p.m. The “Experience Contemporary” closing reception will be held at the Casselberry Arts Center, the Women Artists Group will be showcased at the Casselberry Art House, the Quarter Life Crisis is on view at the Sculpture House and there will be a special exhibit at City Hall titled Interwoven, featuring some of the finest black artists in central Florida.

Spring Jazz and Art Festival media sponsor is WUCF.

For more information, please call (407) 262-7700, ext. 1507.

All events are subject to change and/or cancellation.