HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007 02 26 Informational 503 Celebration of Spring
COMMISSION AGENDA
ITEM 503
Informational
February 26, 2007
Regular Meeting
Mgr. / Dept
Authorization
REQUEST:
The Parks and Recreation Department wishes to further inform the City
Commission regarding the Winter Springs "Celebration of Spring".
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this item is to further inform the City Commission about
the Winter Springs "Celebration of Spring" on Sunday, March 11,2007
from 4:00 p.m. to 8: 15 p.m.
CONSIDERA TIONS:
. Last year the City conducted a "Celebration of Spring" Special Event with the Orlando
Philharmonic Orchestra that was very well received by the community. Funds were
budgeted in the amount of $ 21,000 to conduct the event again this year.
. On Sunday, March 11,2007, beginning at 4:00 p.m. Artists and Crafters will be
displaying their work in the Central Winds Park Amphitheater.
. Also many local areas restaurants will be offering their favorite foods on sale to the
public.
. The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra will provide an Instrument "Petting Zoo" for
children and adults to try out and ask any questions about the instrument or Musician
from 4:30 -5:30 p.m.
. The Orlando Philharmonic 56 piece Orchestra will play an assortment of Spring Music
beginning at 6:00 p.m. and ending at 8:00 p.m.
. At 8:00 p.m. a Laser Light Show will conclude the festival with a 15 minute Laser Light
Presentation with Animated Graphics, Laser Effects, and Choreographed to music
soundtracks. There will also be a laser light pre-show taking place during the concert's
intermission at 6:50 p.m.
. The event is free of charge. Parking is first come first serve in Central Winds Park and
overflowing into the Central Winds Expansion Parking Lot and Winter Springs High
School.
. Bring your own blanket or chairs. Coolers are okay, but no fireworks.
FUNDING:
Budgeted Parks and Recreation - Community Events, 7260-54800-90300, "Celebration of
Spring".
RECOMMENDA TIONS:
Informational only.
ATTACHMENTS:
# I Flyer.
COMMISSION ACTION:
CELEBRATION OF SPRING
FESTIVAL IN THE PARK
FOOD ARTS AND CRAFTS