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Special Events 2009

 


Early Morning Glass Bottom Boat Cruise
Season Pass Holder Benefit
June 3, 2009 thru September 7, 2009
Wednesdays and Thursdays Only (Weather Permitting)
Gates open 8:00am. First cruise begins at 8:30 am.
Complimentary Coffee until 10:00am.



Concerts & Fireworks
Saturday, July 4th
Silver Springs will light up Marion County with another spectacular celebration on July 4th . Live music with "live Bait" begins at 3:00 p.m. as they bring the funfilled flavor of Florida to you by performing Jimmy Buffet's greatist hits, and then 60's sensational pop artist The Lovin Spoon and award winning country music staple Terri Clark will eluminate the Twin Oaks Mansion concert stage. Come celebrate with your family at Florida's Nature's Theme Park, a day of food, fun, and a Bang to end a perfect day.

Special July 4th Entertainment Package
(For Pass Holders ONLY!)
• 4 -VIP Seats
• 1 - VIP Parking Ticket
• 4 - Choice Meal Vouchers
A $152.00 dollar value—yours for ONLY $99.99 plus tax

Only available at the gate or by phone order (352 236-2121) until July 3rd.

FREE to Military and Veterans!
Current Military personnel and Veterans get into Silver Springs and Wild Waters for FREE, with a valid Military ID. Accompanying family members pay just $15.00 each. Parking is only $7.00. Offer valid July 4th 2009 only.

   
Terri Clark - 7:30 p.m.
5 million albums sold, Country Music Association and Academy of Country Music Top Female Vocalist nominee, and member of the Grand Ole Opry. Intense live shows are what you get along with hits such as “Girls Lie Too”, Poor Poor Pitiful Me”, “Better Things To Do”, and “I just Wanna Be Mad”.
   
The Lovin Spoonful - 5:00 p.m.
March 6, 2000 marked a milestone for the band. They were officially inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame. Combining the best of folk music and rock and roll, with a touch of country thrown in, they gave us such hits as "Do You Believe in Magic," "Daydream," "You Didn't Have to be So Nice," "Nashville Cats" and the anthem for a hot July evening, "Summer in the City." All this in the span of 4 years and 5 albums.
   
Live Bait - Tribute To Jimmy Buffet 3:00 p.m.
Take a trip to the tropics with LIVE BAIT. Party to all your favorite Jimmy Buffett hits, as well as island favorites by Bob Marley, James Taylor, UB40 and many more!! LIVE BAIT will bring that touch of summertime fun on July 4th




6th Annual 5k Run for Autism
September 19th
Join us for the 6th Annual 5k Autumn Run for Autism benefiting the New Horizon Academy for Exception Children.








October 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31
Terror Island, Gatorman River Cruise, and you thought last year was terrifying, check back for 2009 details or check out for good!!!







October 3, 2009, come join us at Florida’s NatureTheme Park. Bring the entire family and you’ll experience a top-notch automotive event. NPD® will be on hand with its latest hot products and to answer any questions you may have. Mike Eaton from Eaton Detroit Spring and Ray Gorman from Stainless Steel Brake Company. No judges, no tech, no “leave your top and windows up!”, no broiling on blacktop in a mall parking lot with nothing to do…A great event for a great day.

For all questions (including registration) regarding the All GM Show please contact: Derek Putnam at 352-861-8701 (ext. 4207). You may also email information requests to: dputnam@NPDlink.com. Visit their website for more information at www.nationalpartsdepot.com.




Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5k Walk
October 24th
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer celebrates heroes - researchers searching for a cure, friends and family who have supported those with breast cancer, survivors and each of you who are dedicated to making a difference.




The Corvette Club
November 7th
Silver Springs and the The Corvette Club of Marion County present the 12th Annual Corvette Show. The first 300 cars receive a commemorative Dash Plaque. Special Judging and Trophy presentation. Trophies include People's Choice award. Doors prizes given throughout the day. Entertainment provided by the Marion County Corvette Club. The Corvette Club supports local charities.

For all questions and registration contact:
Jerry Abrams – (352) 625-1133 - baldman69@aol.com
Jerry Goodman – (352) 861-9455 - jgoodman@lightningspeed.net



Harley Owners Group
TOY RUN

December 13th
H.O.G. puts on a toy run every year to gather toys and donations for the underprivileged children of Marion County. Stating at 9:00 a.m. and departing at 12:00 noon in the Wild Waters Parking Lot