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GET OUT: Weekend Events Preview Nov. 18-20
From a backstage tour of the Brandon Ballet to live music at The Original Leena's Chocolate and Park Square Cellar, we've put together a list of fun things to do in the Bloomingdale area.
It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.
Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new bars/restaurants/shops to explore.
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WHERE/WHEN: On Nov. 19 from 1 to 3 p.m., the regional ballet company, the Brandon Ballet, holds a free educational backstage tour at the Dance Centre, 161 E. Bloomingdale Ave., Brandon.
WHY GO: Residents are invited to visit the Brandon Ballet and view a rehearsal for the upcoming holiday ballet, "The Nutcracker," as well as a company ballet class. Participants will participate in a question-and-answer session with the dancers of the Brandon Ballet, as well as learn about the costumes used in "The Nutcracker."
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WHERE/WHEN: On Nov. 18 from 6 to 10 p.m., The Original Leena's Chocolate, 1048 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico, in Plaza Bella, will offer Jazz Under the Stars with Ella.
WHY GO: Residents can enjoy the smooth jazz sounds of singer Ella Chadwell with pianist Jimmy Silva as well as a pasta bar stocked with chicken, beef, shrimp, scallops, various vegetables and sauces along with cheesecake, gelato, coffee and chocolates for $12. Bring your own bottle of wine to enjoy with dinner.
WHERE/WHEN: The Frenzie--Life Theatre will present "Cabaret" Nov. 18 and 19 at 8 p.m. as well as a special midnight show Nov. 18 at the Barn Theatre in Winthrop, 11349 Bloomingdale Ave., Riverview.
WHY GO: The show, set in Germany in the 1920s, stars Jennifer Morgan in the role of Sally Bowles along with Oliver Sprague as the master of ceremonies. General admission is $15 for this community theater production. Tickets for seniors, military and students with an ID are $12.
WHERE/WHEN: AJ's Fine Wine & Liquors, 3443 Lithia-Pinecrest Rd., Valrico, will host a wine tasting from 6 to 9 p.m.
WHY GO: Residents will have a chance to to try Santa Rita, a Chilean wine, and Aquinas, a Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.
WHERE/WHEN: Stop by Park Square Cellar, 16132 Churchview Dr., Lithia, Nov. 18 from 8 p.m. to midnight to see The Jive Band perform live pop and rock. On Nov. 19 from 8 p.m. to midnight, the Jevon Falco Trio will perform life jazz funk.
WHY GO: Enjoy live music while enjoying a glass or bottle of wine and some lobster pierogis.
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