Buffalo HERD Meeting
2026-09-01 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | TVCS Buffalo Ridge Campus, 251 Buffalo Trail, The Villages, FL, 32162, United States

HS - Fall Band Concert
2026-10-07 19:00 - 21:00 | The Tracy Performing Arts Center, 2210 Dr Randy McDaniel Wy, Sumterville, FL 33585, USA

HERD - Basket Auction
2026-10-24 17:30 - 21:30 | The Villages High School, 251 Buffalo Trail, The Villages, FL, 32162, United States

Buffalo Ridge: 5th Grade Kennedy Space Center Field Trip 1
2026-11-05 00:00 - 2026-11-07 00:00
More details to come in 2026-27 school year.

Buffalo Ridge: 5th Grade Kennedy Space Center Trip 2
2026-11-12 00:00 - 2026-11-14 00:00
More details to come in the 2026-27 school year.

Prom Deposit Due
2026-11-13 07:30 - 14:30
Total Ticket price $120 – Deposit $60

Students Return
2026-11-30 07:00 - 15:00, 2027-01-05 07:00 - 15:00

Last Day Before Break
2026-12-18 07:00 - 15:00

Pine Needle Basket Class
2027-01-13 09:00 - 11:00, 2027-02-10 09:00 - 11:00 | Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, 7200 Battlefield Parkway, Bushnell, FL, 33513, United States
Learn traditional pine needle basketry with instruction from experienced volunteers. All materials are provided to create a long-leaf pine needle basket. Group size is limited to 14. Pre-registration is required.

Project Learning Tree for Kids
2027-01-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, 7200 Battlefield Parkway, Bushnell, FL, 33513, United States
Engage students in an immersive educational experience at Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, using indoor and outdoor activities to explore nature in a fun and engaging way. This session utilizes the Project Learning Tree curriculum created by the Sustainable Forestry Initiative. Pre-registration is required

By Gina Horan
2027-01-29 18:00 - 21:00 | Lake & Sumter Style Event, The Villages, FL, United States
By Gina Horan January 29, 2026 Final Thought: No Reservations: A Relationship Status that Remains Uncomplicated 1.7 min read | Published On: January 29th, 2026 | By Gina Horan Final Thought: No Reservations: A Relationship Status that Remains Uncomplicated 1.7 min read | Published On: January 29th, 2026 | I can tell Valentine’s Day is approaching because the stores are plastered in hearts, restaurants are on red alert and my algorithm is flooding me with think pieces about the state of the singl… Read more at Lake & Sumter Style

Campfire Dutch Oven Cooking
2027-01-31 09:00 - 11:00, 2027-02-21 09:00 - 11:00 | Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, 7200 Battlefield Parkway, Bushnell, FL, 33513, United States
Learn Dutch oven cooking techniques, prepare several cast-iron dishes, and enjoy tasting the results. Pre-registration is required.

Dade Bird Walk
2027-02-03 09:00 - 11:00, 2027-03-03 09:00 - 11:00 | Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, 7200 Battlefield Parkway, Bushnell, FL, 33513, United States
Explore the park’s winter bird population, including fall migrants and resident species. Participants may bring their own binoculars or borrow a pair from the park. Attendees are encouraged to bring a hat, sunscreen, water, and insect repellent

HERD - Buffalo Ball
2027-02-06 16:00 - 19:00 | The Villages High School, 251 Buffalo Trail, The Villages, FL, 32162, United States

Traditional Tea
2027-02-07 09:00 - 11:00 | Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, 7200 Battlefield Parkway, Bushnell, FL, 33513, United States
Enjoy a Traditional Afternoon Tea in the Dade Lodge, complete with provided food and themed accessories such as hats. Pre-registration is required

Silk Scarf Printing
2027-02-12 09:00 - 11:00 | Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, 7200 Battlefield Parkway, Bushnell, FL, 33513, United States
Learn to imprint designs from recycled silk ties onto white silk scarves with guidance from expert volunteers. All materials are provided. Pre-registration is required

Living Historian-Led Guided Walk Program
2027-02-14 09:00 - 11:00 | Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, 7200 Battlefield Parkway, Bushnell, FL, 33513, United States
Take a reenactor-led guided walk along the Fort King Road and learn about the history of the battlefield.

Project WILD for Kids
2027-02-16 09:00 - 11:00 | Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, 7200 Battlefield Parkway, Bushnell, FL, 33513, United States
Engage students in an immersive educational experience at Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, using indoor and outdoor activities to explore nature in a fun and engaging way. This session uses curricula from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Project WILD and Aquatic WILD programs. Pre-registration is required

Rocks, Shells & Tins Painting Class
2027-02-17 09:00 - 11:00 | Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, 7200 Battlefield Parkway, Bushnell, FL, 33513, United States
“Learn to paint on rocks or recycled small tins with guidance from expert volunteers. This class is for participants ages 12 and up. Pre-registration is required.

Blues Beatles Concert
2027-02-19 09:00 - 11:00
MarEmil Music and Whispering Oaks bring you another stellar concert experience you won’t want to miss, all the way from Brazil the internationally touring phenomena called The Blues Beatles. Blues Beatles is a Blues band that mixes the melodies of the Beatles with traditional Blues arrangements, a mix that has been winning fans in Brazil, USA and Europe. And they always become an “instant sensation” everywhere they go and play: New York City, Las Vegas, Chicago, Memphis, Orlando, Charlotte, Mont

Career & College Expo
2027-02-26 07:30 - 14:00

HERD - Running with The HERD
2027-02-27 08:00 - 10:00 | TBD

By Akers Editorial
2027-02-27 18:00 - 21:00 | Lake & Sumter Style Event, The Villages, FL, United States
By Akers Editorial February 27, 2026 Dr. Kimberly Cockerham and Dr. Kimberly Ireland Bring Decades of Surgical Expertise and Compassionate Care to The Villages 5.9 min read | Published On: February 27th, 2026 | By Akers Editorial Dr. Kimberly Cockerham and Dr. Kimberly Ireland Bring Decades of Surgical Expertise and Compassionate Care to The Villages 5.9 min read | Published On: February 27th, 2026 | Paid Promotional Feature Photos: Nicole Hamel Vision means more than just seeing clearly. It’s a… Read more at Lake & Sumter Style

By Kendra Akers
2027-02-27 18:00 - 21:00 | Lake & Sumter Style Event, The Villages, FL, United States
By Kendra Akers February 27, 2026 From the Publisher: Exploring the Downtowns That Fuel Our Economy and Bring Neighbors Together 1.5 min read | Published On: February 27th, 2026 | By Kendra Akers From the Publisher: Exploring the Downtowns That Fuel Our Economy and Bring Neighbors Together 1.5 min read | Published On: February 27th, 2026 | City Charm Downtowns have a way of making you feel timeless. As a longtime resident of Lake and Sumter counties, I have had the privilege of watching our comm… Read more at Lake & Sumter Style

By Cindy Peterson
2027-02-27 18:00 - 21:00 | Lake & Sumter Style Event, The Villages, FL, United States
By Cindy Peterson February 27, 2026 Final Thought: Dear Younger Self… 1.4 min read | Published On: February 27th, 2026 | By Cindy Peterson Final Thought: Dear Younger Self… 1.4 min read | Published On: February 27th, 2026 | Regret is something I wish I could live without. While I’m a full believer that everything happens for a reason and that I wouldn’t be the person I am today without the mistakes I’ve made, we all still wonder. We wonder what we could have done differently — how life might loo… Read more at Lake & Sumter Style

By Akers Editorial
2027-03-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Lake & Sumter Style Event, The Villages, FL, United States
By Akers Editorial March 2, 2026 NeuLife Rehabilitation of Florida is Rebuilding Lives Through Specialized Care 1.6 min read | Published On: March 2nd, 2026 | By Akers Editorial NeuLife Rehabilitation of Florida is Rebuilding Lives Through Specialized Care 1.6 min read | Published On: March 2nd, 2026 | NeuLife Rehabilitation of Florida, Inc. is redefining what recovery looks like after life-altering injury or illness. As one of the largest residential post-acute rehabilitation programs in the So… Read more at Lake & Sumter Style
