“Spectrum of Creativity”: The City of Ocala and the Magnolia Art Xchange will present “Spectrum of Creativity,” the 2021 Student and Emerging Artist Competition, showcasing the work of local students and emerging artists, April 9-July 7, in the first floor lobby at Ocala City Hall, 110 SE Watula Ave, Ocala. Free and open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday. All artwork will be available for purchase unless otherwise noted. ocalafl.org/culturalarts or 629-2489.
James Carothers is Real Deal Nashville: Honky Tonk Nashville entertainer James Carothers will perform at 7 p.m. April 10 at the Orange Blossom Opry, 16439 SE 138th Terrace, Weirsdale. Tickets and info at obobpry.com or 821-1201.
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Tracy Byrd: Country music superstar Tracy Byrd will perform April 9 at Circle Square Cultural Center, 8395 SW 80th St., Ocala. Tickets and details at 854-3670 or csculturalcenter.com. Doors open at 6 p.m.; show begins at 7 p.m.
“The Lorax”: Dr. Seuss’ “The Lorax” motion picture will air as part of the Tuscawilla Art Park Series at Tuscawilla Art Park, 500 NE Sanchez Ave., Ocala, April 9 from 8:30-10 p.m Free general admission. Bring a chair or blanket; concessions will be available for purchase. ocalafl.org/artpark or 629-8447.
“Spectrum of Creativity”: The City of Ocala and the Magnolia Art Xchange will present “Spectrum of Creativity,” the 2021 Student and Emerging Artist Competition, showcasing the work of local students and emerging artists, April 9-July 7, in the first floor lobby at Ocala City Hall, 110 SE Watula Ave, Ocala. Free and open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday. All artwork will be available for purchase unless otherwise note
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Editor s note: The Kenny G and Kevin Nealon shows at the Reilly Arts Center have been postponed. This column has been edited to reflect those developments.
Ocala Symphony: The Ocala Symphony Orchestra Percussion Ensemble will perform an in-person and live streaming event beginning at 3 p.m. March 20. Admission is $10 for students and $18 for adults for an in-person experience at the Reilly Arts Center, 500 NE Ninth St., Ocala. Live streaming is free. Details at reillyartscenter.com or 351-1606.
Southeastern Pro Rodeo: Professional rodeo action returns to the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion, 2200 NE Jacksonville Road, Ocala, March 19-20. Saddle and bareback bronc riding, roping, steer wrestling, barrel racing and bull riding begin at 7:30 p.m. each day. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets and details at 286-6662 or visit ocalarodeo.com.
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First Friday Art Walk: Ocala’s downtown First Friday Art Walk from 6-9 p.m. March 5 will feature music from Retro Sounds, with performances from the Bee Gees NOW, playing music of the Bee Gees from the disco era of the 1970s. Attendees are encouraged to wear disco-themed clothing and face masks, practice social distancing, enjoy artists working live, and take advantage of special sales at retailers and restaurants. Call 629-8447 or visit ocalafl.org/artwalk for details.
Monochromatic March: View works created by Marion Cultural Alliance members March 5-27 at the Brick City Center for the Arts, 23 SW Broadway St., Ocala. Visit mcaocala.org or call 369-1500 for details.