Community Calendar

MAACM Charley Harper Pelican Glass Class
Tuesday, March 17 and 24, 2026; 10 am to 1pm
Try your hand at this terrific pelican design inspired by iconic artist Charley Harper. Registration for this class includes two 3-hr glass sessions, 3/17 and 3/24. Closed-toed shoes are required to participate in class. Class fee: Non-members: $125, Members $110.

Spring Break at MAACM: Family Friendly Fun
Tuesday, March 17th – Friday, March 20th
School’s out, and MAACM has family-fun activities planned
Watch our Arts and Crafts films on the big screen in the MAACM Auditorium at 11 am and 1 pm
10:30 am to 12:30 pm - Art Making: Create your own fused glass pendant in the Education Studio
All day - Gallery Scavenger Hunt: Challenge yourself with a self-guided quest through the MAACM galleries. Scavenger hunt guide available at the ticketing desk. Included with admission. Discount on selected children’s items in the museum store throughout the week.

This annual community event features exciting midway rides and games for the whole family, favorite fair food, live music, a petting zoo, and Victoria Circus shows featuring the Globe of Death motorcycle thrill act, edge-of-your-seat high-wire and aerial performances, and more.

Fair admission is $5 (free for kids under 36" tall). Parking is free.

Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36" & taller) are $37 on site ($35 cash price) or online before 5 pm Tues., March 17 for $29 each, 2/$55 or 4/$99. Pre-sale ride ticket savings are also available online.

Fair hours are 4-11 pm Tuesday and 1-11 pm Wednesday - Sunday. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult age 21+. Please check the website for event updates before attending.

More information: 866-666-3247 or DreamlandAmusements.com
https://dreamlandamusements.com/upcoming-events-amusement-carnival/marion-county-fair/

The fair is sponsored by Florida Kids Helping Kids (FKHK), a nonprofit organization run entirely by volunteers.

MAACM Charley Harper Pelican Glass Class
Tuesday, March 17 and 24, 2026; 10 am to 1pm
Try your hand at this terrific pelican design inspired by iconic artist Charley Harper. Registration for this class includes two 3-hr glass sessions, 3/17 and 3/24. Closed-toed shoes are required to participate in class. Class fee: Non-members: $125, Members $110.

What do commercial fishing, tourism, cattle ranching and citrus farming have in common? They are all pioneering Florida industries that were shaped by the natural resources of the Sunshine State. Students will take part in activities like sorting oranges, packing for a cattle drive, casting a fish net and more that highlight some of the earliest economic drivers in the developing state of Florida. Educators in historic dress will welcome guests to the 1894 Smith House, the Okahumpka Railroad Depot, Terry General Store, School House and more structures authentic to Florida around the turn of the 20th century.
Advanced ticket purchase required.

Spring Break at MAACM: Family Friendly Fun
Tuesday, March 17th – Friday, March 20th
School’s out, and MAACM has family-fun activities planned
Watch our Arts and Crafts films on the big screen in the MAACM Auditorium at 11 am and 1 pm
10:30 am to 12:30 pm - Art Making: Create your own fused glass pendant in the Education Studio
All day - Gallery Scavenger Hunt: Challenge yourself with a self-guided quest through the MAACM galleries. Scavenger hunt guide available at the ticketing desk. Included with admission. Discount on selected children’s items in the museum store throughout the week.

This annual community event features exciting midway rides and games for the whole family, favorite fair food, live music, a petting zoo, and Victoria Circus shows featuring the Globe of Death motorcycle thrill act, edge-of-your-seat high-wire and aerial performances, and more.

Fair admission is $5 (free for kids under 36" tall). Parking is free.

Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36" & taller) are $37 on site ($35 cash price) or online before 5 pm Tues., March 17 for $29 each, 2/$55 or 4/$99. Pre-sale ride ticket savings are also available online.

Fair hours are 4-11 pm Tuesday and 1-11 pm Wednesday - Sunday. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult age 21+. Please check the website for event updates before attending.

More information: 866-666-3247 or DreamlandAmusements.com
https://dreamlandamusements.com/upcoming-events-amusement-carnival/marion-county-fair/

The fair is sponsored by Florida Kids Helping Kids (FKHK), a nonprofit organization run entirely by volunteers.

MAACM The Dragonfly Glass Class
Friday, March 19 and 26, 2026; 10 am to 1 pm
The dragonfly represents good luck, prosperity, courage, and wisdom in many cultures. Reap these benefits by crafting your own amazing insect in this level 1 project. Registration for this class includes two 3-hr glass sessions, 3/19 and 3/26. Closed-toed shoes are required to participate in class. Class fee: Non-members: $125; Members: $110.

MAACM Charley Harper Pelican Glass Class
Tuesday, March 17 and 24, 2026; 10 am to 1pm
Try your hand at this terrific pelican design inspired by iconic artist Charley Harper. Registration for this class includes two 3-hr glass sessions, 3/17 and 3/24. Closed-toed shoes are required to participate in class. Class fee: Non-members: $125, Members $110.

Spring Break at MAACM: Family Friendly Fun
Tuesday, March 17th – Friday, March 20th
School’s out, and MAACM has family-fun activities planned
Watch our Arts and Crafts films on the big screen in the MAACM Auditorium at 11 am and 1 pm
10:30 am to 12:30 pm - Art Making: Create your own fused glass pendant in the Education Studio
All day - Gallery Scavenger Hunt: Challenge yourself with a self-guided quest through the MAACM galleries. Scavenger hunt guide available at the ticketing desk. Included with admission. Discount on selected children’s items in the museum store throughout the week.