This week’s theater



¦ Cheating Cheaters – The Lemon Bay Playhouse presents “Cheating Cheaters” at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 12-14; and 2 p.m. Nov. 8 and 15 at the Lemon Bay Playhouse, 96 W. Dearborn St., Englewood. 475-6756. ¦ Noises Off – The internationally acclaimed English comedy “Noises Off” graces the stage of Edison State College Charlotte Campus for three nights beginning Nov. 20, […]

This week’s symphony



¦ Gala – The Charlotte Symphony Orchestra’s “Pre-Opening Night Gala” starts at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, at the Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club. The cocktail reception gala includes live entertainment by members of the orchestra, food stations, a wine and champagne bar and door prizes. Tickets are $75; 205-9743.

Thursday, Nov. 12



¦ Doll Club – The Port Charlotte Doll Club meets from 10 a.m.-noon at the Cultural Center of Port Charlotte, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte. 286-1446. ¦ Monotype Workshop – The Fine Arts Festival: Lautrec – Monotype Workshop is set for 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St., Punta Gorda. $50 members/$65 non-members. Artist Barbara Albin […]

Friday, Nov. 13



¦ Live Music – Jazz is back at The Perfect Caper. Enjoy late-night jazz on Fridays from 10 p.m. until 2 a.m., as well as a late-night menu. 121 E. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda. 505-9009. ¦ Bazaar – The 39th annual Christmas Bazaar is set for 9 a.m.-4 p.m. today through Saturday at the Cultural Center of Charlotte County, 2280 […]

Saturday, Nov. 14



¦ India Fest – Showcase India is set for 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Charlotte County Events Center in Punta Gorda. The event will feature fashion, dance, music and cuisine from various regions of India. Tickets: $10. ShowcaseIndia@ comcast.net or 627-4347. ¦ Health Event – The Fall Palooza and Health Expo take place from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at Fishermen’s Village. […]

Sunday, Nov. 15



¦ Live Music – Singer Kim Jenkins performs from 2-4 p.m. Center Stage at Fishermen’s Village. Free. ¦ Fall Event – Celebrate Fall on the Farm from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Pottery Express/Bamboo Farm/Inspiration Studio, 25370 Zemel Rd., Punta Gorda. Free. An array of talented artists will showcase their skills and techniques while musicians entertain. 258-8056 or Jo.L@comcast.net. ¦ […]

Monday, Nov. 16



¦ Banjo Tunes – The Four Leaf Strummers perform banjo favorites from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Center Stage at Fishermen’s Village. Free. ¦ Plein Air – The VAC Plein Air Group meets from 9 a.m.-noon at Laishley Park and Harborwalk, 100 E. Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda. 627-2770, 639- 8810 or www.vacpleinair.webs.com. ¦ Writers’ Event – An Open Mic event takes place […]

Tuesday, Nov. 17



¦ Calling All Carvers – The Charlotte County Woodcarvers Club meets from 8 a.m.-noon at the Punta Gorda Boat Club, 802 W. Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda. 505-4246 or 639- 1947. ¦ Writers Event – A Tiny Tea is set for 1-3 p.m. at the Peace River Center for Writers, Edison Community College, 26300 Airport Rd., Punta Gorda. Bring your work […]

Wednesday, Nov. 18



¦ Mystery Readers – The Mystery Reader’s Book Club meets at 4 p.m. at the Port Charlotte Library, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte. Free. Come prepared to discuss “The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society” by Mary Ann Shaffer. 764-5561. ¦ Book Event – A Local Author Book Discussion starts at 6 p.m. at the Port Charlotte Library, 2280 […]

Thursday, Nov. 19



¦ Paint-A-Long – A Meeting and Paint-A-Long are set for 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St., Punta Gorda. The Charlotte Porcelain Artists Association presents Carole Boulanger leading the paint-a-long. Bring paints, a piece of plain china and a bag lunch. 380-2454. ¦ Writing Critique – A Critique Circle is set for 10 a.m.-noon at Edison […]