The Villages Daily Sun Podcast

Happy birthday, America! From fireworks to baseball to brews & cruise, there are several patriotic happenings in The Villages and the surrounding areas Monday and Tuesday in celebration of the Fourth of July and we have all of those details for you. VNN Lifestyle News Show Executive Producer Jill Winters also has updates on what is going on this week on the entertainment and sports fronts, as...

As we close out the month of June and welcome in July, we get you ready for a weekend art and craft festival along with an inaugural fireworks celebration in Lady Lake. The next generation of performers will take the stage inside The Sharon with a special performance. Plus, hear more about Franklin Recreation and its colorful theme.

It's time for a ribbon cutting ceremony and a new offering in this community. The Villages Show Kitchen debuts its new live cooking demonstrations that you can attend this week, and Franklin Recreation is going to open up to Villagers and their guests. VNN Executive Producer Jill Winters has those details for you. You can also take in a variety of entertainment this week at local venues, and...

Start your week off with Yoga on the Square! Also this week, you can attend a dog adoption and pet information event and a cruise in too. In celebration of Father's Day Sunday, don't miss a Father's Day boat cruise. VNN Executive Producer Jill Winters also has details about entertainment coming your way and free baseball action, as well. 

The Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center Booking Manager Sierra Weiss has plenty to share in this episode with the recent announcement of The Sharon's new season. From the Broadway subscription series to the international series to dance groups and much more, Sierra has the details for you. Plus, she will share what you can enjoy in June at The Sharon, Savannah Center and The Studio. 

Camp Villages is now underway and it's  time to have fun with your grandchildren. We have details for you on how to register. Plus, find out about the next Enrichment Academy Speaker Series. Also, The Studio has a new show for this community and don't miss out on some baseball and soccer action this week too.

In honor of Memorial Day, area volunteers headed to Florida National Cemetery for a meaningful tradition. We have details for you about that along with a few special ceremonies you can attend to remember fallen heroes. There are two tax relief holidays going on now and we explain what you can save money on. Plus, the Atlantic Hurricane season begins Thursday, and the Leesburg Lightning are also re...

Wildwood Middle High School's Class of 2023 is up next for a busy week of end-of-year activities! The 2023 Camp Villages Summer Catalog is now available and we have more details for you. Plus, don't miss out on an interview with Chula Vista Recreation Supervisor Conner Jamros, a VHS graduate, who is excited for Camp Villages fun and shares more about what led him to wanting to work for T...

Villages High School seniors and their parents are in for a busy week of end-of-the-year activities. It will all lead to graduation day on Saturday. The second District Customer Service Satellite Office opens May 15, giving residents a new location to get their needs met. Plus, don't miss the May Cruise In and The Villages Philharmonic's next concert too!

Jump into the second week of May with a variety of entertainment starting with The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA and show your support for Villages Charter School performing arts students at a spring dance concert. Bubbles is the theme for a S.T.A.R. program and Camp Villages activities this week. Plus, celebrate your mom with a Mother's Day cruise on Lake Sumter.  

From a Hurricane Expo to a Cinco de Mayo celebration, The Villages has it all this week! On the musical entertainment front, enjoy the sounds of Aretha Franklin, Jimmy Buffett, Rod Stewart, Sara Evans, Elvis Presley and Judy Garland. Plus, see the next generation of musical talent shine at The Sharon. In The Villages sports world, its high school district playoffs time, a spring football tradition...

May is here which means new entertainment is rolling in. The Sharon's Booking Manager Sierra Weiss shares details about who you can see perform at The Sharon and Savannah Center. 

The Villages offers its residents so much to do. This week you will have the chance to attend three car shows, including one that features multiple car groups found in this community.  On Saturday, you can take part in World Tai Chi Day and the third annual The Villages Jazz Festival. So listen in for more information about events like these on the schedule for this week. 

The Villages Senior Games 2023 is about to take over this community. More than 2,400 residents will be competing in various sports throughout the week in hopes of earning their chance to advance to the state games. It's blueberry season so it's also time for a Blueberry Festival, and we have those details for you. From the next National Geographic Speaker Series to Cats, don't miss...

From The Villages Pops Chorus to Gary Lewis and the Playboys. La Boheme to Little Women, there is something for everyone this week when it comes to musical entertainment. Car lovers rejoice! There are three car shows on the calendar. And if you are looking for a part-time job look no further than The Villages Recreation and Parks. They are having a same-day hiring event, and we have the details fo...

It's Easter week which means Hopping Through The Villages fun, bunny cruises and an arts and crafts festival are all on the schedule. The final Running of the Squares 5K is coming up on Saturday along with a sports cards and collectible show and sale.  And don't miss out on a variety of entertainment and high school sports action going on too. 

Hometown musicians are ready to perform for you this week. Show your support for Walk MS on Saturday, and don't miss out on details about a BBQ Bash and Artists 'Round the Square weekend events. Plus, a new catalog is coming your way from The Enrichment Academy which means it's also time for a Learn & Grow Expo. 

Music lovers rejoice with the new Acoustic Series coming to Spanish Springs Town Square this week! The Villages Entertainment Special Events Manager Chalsi Cox joins us to explain more about this new entertainment option for residents to enjoy. You will also find out how you can honor veterans Wednesday at the annual Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day ceremony, learn more about a doggy boat cruise,...

Let the parties continue! Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a parade and festival at Spanish Springs Town Square or attend a new event at Sawgrass Grove. Be mystified by a magician and Get "On Your Feet" when it comes to entertainment offerings. Learn about where you can do cardio drumming and enjoy an outdoor concert too. Plus, we have some resident shows to tell you about. 

From a St. Patrick's Day Festival to an Argentinian performance at The Sharon to a Spring Craft Show, there is plenty to choose from this week here in The Villages. Start pulling out your green attire for some festival fun, and we have details about Camp Villages Easter activity registration. Plus, crafters are ready to sell their handmade creations in one of the largest shows of the year tha...

The Sharon's Booking Manager Sierra Baggins has so much to tell you about for March. She joins Villages News Network Executive Producer Jill Winters with details about all of the entertainment options available to you at the town squares, The Sharon, Savannah Center, and The Studio Theatre del Sol. Plus, learn some inside information from Josh Gallagher, a scenic and props designer, who helps...

Spring polo, a wine walk and more, oh my! Join Villages News Network Executive Producer Jill Winters to learn more about the start of polo, how to participate in a wine walk and where the next car show is going to be. You will hear about a pottery show and sale, along with a book fair. Plus, find out what your entertainment and high school sports options are for this week too. 

It's time for two big festivals and an  expo too! We get  you ready for the Mardi Gras Festival and Mardi Paw March, this weekends Strawberry Festival, and the Outdoor Expo. There is plenty of musical entertainment coming your way, and there are three big high school postseason games on the schedule for this week too. Don't miss out on local happenings this week in The Villages!  

From an Aerobic Fever on the Square event to the re-opening of the Mira Mesa Executive Golf Course, Villages News Network Executive Producer Jill Winters has these details for you. There is a community 5K coming up on Saturday that you can lace your shoes up for and help area youth at the same time. Plus, round two of the Properties of The Villages Real Results bowling tournament is Sunday and you...

It's crafting time in The Villages. An arts & crafts festival will be taking over Spanish Springs Town Square Saturday and Sunday. Also on Saturday you will have a few more artsy events you can attend, learn more about those option in this episode. Plus, find out what is happening on The Villages entertainment front.