The Villages Daily Sun Podcast

Start moving into 2024 with a variety of activities from events on the square to the running of the squares 5K. The Enrichment Academy has two speaker series sessions this week, plus there is lots of entertainment coming your way. Learn more in this week's episode.   NOTE: Due to the potential for inclement weather, Twirling on The Square scheduled for Tuesday at Lake Sumter Landing Market Sq...

The annual Special Olympics Florida Sumter County Festival of Trees live auction is this week, as well as the Lake Sumter Landing Wine Walk and the December Cruise In. There are plenty of holiday-themed entertainment options for you at The Sharon and Savannah Center, and a variety of fun lighted boat cruises too. And don't miss out on details for a holiday music box society show too! 

This community is ready for the holidays! Last week, Villagers donated their time, expertise and money to the annual Sumter County Sheriff's Office annual bike collection drive. Hear what SCSO Capt. Robert Siemer and Sumter Landing Bicycle Club member Dave Lawrence had to say about this community effort. We have details for you about this week's Pearl Harbor Day ceremony, as well as info...

Plenty of local holiday traditions are on the calendar for this week. It's time for the 2023 The Villages Christmas Parade and two more tree lighting festivals at the town squares. The annual Special Olympics Florida-Sumter County Festival of Trees is set up right now and volunteer Sally Sherman has details about this meaningful fundraiser. The Lady Lake Christmas Parade is expected to be out...

Rev up those engines! You can start out your week with a Monday Night Car Show then cruise in to Thanksgiving and Black Friday and later in the week, it'll be time for the first tree lighting festival of the year in this community. In between, we have a couple musical options you can add in, along with a doggie boat cruise or make a donation to an annual charity. Ultimately, we hope you have...

We kick-off this episode with information about a Tribute to Veterans and two car shows. There are a variety of musical offerings this week taking place at The Sharon, Savannah Center and The Studio Theatre at Tierra del Sol. You can hula hoop on a town square, learn more about health and wellness, and don't miss out on an outdoor concert or outdoor movie. Plus, 12 head golf pros are ready to...

From a variety of fun community fitness activities to various arts shows to Veterans Day celebrations, we have that all for you and much more in this week's episode. Don't miss out on details about how you can honor local veterans, donate food to those in need, and purchase some one-of-a-kind gifts for your loved ones. We'll also get you ready for an Electric Light Party and a Wheel...

Resident performances groups and bands are on the calendar as we usher in the month of November here in The Villages. The Sharon booking manager Sierra Weiss has all of the details about a change at The Sharon along with who will be on stage. She also covers what you can see at The Studio and Savannah Center this month. Plus, don't miss out on when the three tree lighting festivals will take...

Halloween fun continues with Pirate Cruises and Scooter's Monster Bash. You'll also learn more about local, state and government agencies at Government Day. There are several art focused events you can attend over the weekend, plus don't miss out on the variety of musical acts coming your way. 

Community-wide Halloween fun is coming your way with Hometown Halloween, a Growl-O-Ween Pet Walk, a Spooktacular kids Halloween event and Spirited Ladies tours at the Baker House. You'll hear from a local Girl Scout about the importance of her group's annual Pajama and Book Drive, and you will not want to miss out on the giving clubs showcase, along with some art sales this weekend. Ther...

The Villages Homeowners Advocates has some exciting new programs and opportunities for residents this year. VHA President Peter Russell joins Villages News Network Executive Producer Jill Winters to discuss Safe Mobility For Life, as well as their inaugural Health & Wellness Expo coming up in November that will bring community health partners together at the same time. 

This is a busy week in The Villages. From a pickleball expo to tai chi on the square, we will keep you active. If you enjoy music, how about an outdoor concert series or a tribute to Tina Turner.  High-level competitive softball action is on the calendar along with the conclusion of the 2023 Men's Village Cup. Learn about all of this and so much more now!

Festival season is here! Following up a successful Heritage Festival at Brownwood is your chance for another Heritage Festival in Spanish Springs complete with a resident parade too. We have those details for you as well as information about this weekends much anticipated Fall Craft Show. You'll also want to pull out something pink and participate in a great workout Tuesday morning at a town...

The beginning of holiday charity drives and festival fun is here. We have details about just a few of those going on this week. The Villages Charter School is about to welcome the public into The Tracy Performing Arts Center for its first live performance. You can learn more about this beautiful facility and the fall band concert. Later this week you can attend a heritage festival, charity walk an...

From a Heritage Festival to hearing directly from an astronaut, October is filled with variety. The Sharon booking manager Sierra Weiss has all of the details about entertainment planned for the town centers, The Sharon, The Studio and Savannah Center. Plus, listen closely for the opportunity to get a promo code to attend a bold new circus. 

The final week of September is filled with music and entertainment options, a Villages Honor Flight welcome home celebration, along with several community-wide events. Enjoy live performances by resident entertainers during a Music Lover's Showcase or dive into a production at The Studio. You can support a charity walk, check out classic vehicles at a new Car Club Showcase and end your week b...

It's time for the Acoustic Series! There will be five straight days of free live musical entertainment happening in the afternoon this week and we have those sweet sounding details for you. It's also time to start registering for a new semester of classes available through The Enrichment Academy, as well as the first running of the squares race of the season. Savannah Center will also be...

This week begins with local 9/11 remembrance ceremonies along with a ceremony for POW/MIA Recognition Day. A giving group of gals is seeking the communities help to make its annual fundraiser a fabulous success. The Enrichment Academy is releasing its fall/winter semester catalog Wednesday and there is a Learn and Grow Expo on Thursday. Plus, you can register for fall social leagues, participation...

Some of the worlds best senior bowlers are here this week and you have the chance to bowl alongside them and then you can cheer them on too. We have all of the details for you. We'll check in with The Villages Freshwater Fishing Club president Jamie Fowler to learn more about their growing club and what type of fish you can catch-and-release within this community. Don't miss out on the m...

We have two feel good stories for you near the beginning on this week's episode. One is about a group of neighbors donating money to a popular local server that has changed her life, while another is about a Villager representing Team USA in a water sport. A new school year begins Thursday and there is lots of excitement at The Villages Charter School. We will explain more. Plus, we have info...

The Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center Booking Manager Sierra Weiss has details about what's on the entertainment calendar for August and September at The Sharon, The Studio and the town squares. This includes a show where those in the audience might just become part of the performance, like Sierra did. She also has information about the next international series and make sure to listen u...

We check in with The Villages Recreation and Parks Department to see what's on their agenda this week and in the months ahead. The Villages popularity continues to reach new heights and the generosity of residents results in some record-breaking numbers. A military veteran helps others through two thrift stores and multiple programs. Plus, we have details about how you can save money shopping...

It's the final full week of July and school supply drives are going on throughout the community. We have a few to tell you about and find out how you can save money if you are looking to make a school supply donation. Hear from two people in this area about the importance of setting local kids up for success ahead of a new year. Camp Villages is in its final two weeks, and the final two activ...

Two Villages residents donated their impressive Department 56 collection to Operation Shoebox and now you have the chance to purchase items from that collection in an effort to support U.S. soldiers serving overseas. Villages News Network Executive Producer Jill Winters has the details for you and you will hear why the couple chose this patriotic cause. You will also hear what a Villager had to sa...

Merry Christmas in July, that's the theme of Saturday's cruise in at Spanish Springs Town Square. There will be some special holiday performances and a visit by a jolly man too. July is National Parks and Recreation month, so don't miss out on some free activities. We also have details about the next speaker series topic offered by The Enrichment Academy and even more going on this...