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Expressions of Bok Tower Gardens Art Exhibit

March 31, 2012 to May 31, 2012

Members of the Central Florida Watercolor Society showcase their “en plein air” paintings of scenes captured in the Gardens where they painted in the open air.

Armed Forces Day Carillon Concerts

May 19, 2012, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Special carillon concerts to honor the brave men and women of our Armed Forces who have given their lives to preserve our freedom.

Live at the Gardens Concert Series with Musical Snapshot

May 19, 2012, 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm

Music Snapshot presents the versatility and creativity of violinist Ashley Liberty and Daniel Strange on the keyboard performing an eclectic mix from American Spirituals to Romanian Rhapsody to Orange Blossom Special.

Carillon Classic 5k

May 26, 2012, 7:30 am to 9:30 am

This inaugural event will be hosted by the Dick Pope/Polk County Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association, in which proceeds will benefit its educational and professional initiatives, as well as the George W. Harris, Jr. Runaway and Youth Crisis Shelter. Participants will enjoy a gorgeous route (with carillon music playing from the tower), a dri-fit t-shirt and post-race refreshments! All participants and spectators will also have the opportunity to enjoy the Gardens after the race for FREE! The top three winners from standard age divisions will receive a trophy.

Memorial Day Carillon Concerts

May 28, 2012, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

A musical salute of gratitude to our nation’s veterans and current members of America’s armed forces.

First Fridays – The Private Lives of Plants: Sex, Murder and Mayhem

June 1, 2012, 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
July 6, 2012, 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
August 3, 2012, 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm

If you ever thought dating was hard, this after-hours event at Bok Tower Gardens will remind you how great it is to be human! Join us for a new twist on the social scene as we mix science and socializing in the great outdoors. Discover the unexpected, and sometimes shocking, history hiding behind those innocent green leaves and delicate flowers as you enjoy the enchanting landscape of the Gardens at night. A lively half hour presentation, carillon concert, small nibbles, paired wines and microbrews for tiny prices ($2 each) will be available each night.

Summer Film Series: My Life as a Turkey

June 11, 2012, 10:30 am to 11:30 am

Join us for a special presentation of these educational documentaries by PBS in the Visitor Center Theater. Most films have a 60-minute runtime.

Summer Film Series: Life in Death Valley

June 14, 2012, 10:30 am to 11:30 am

Join us for a special presentation of these educational documentaries by PBS in the Visitor Center Theater. Most films have a 60-minute runtime.

Summer Film Series: Hunt for the Supertwister

June 18, 2012, 10:30 am to 11:30 am

Join us for a special presentation of these educational documentaries by PBS in the Visitor Center Theater. Most films have a 60-minute runtime.

Summer Film Series: Birds of the Gods

June 21, 2012, 10:30 am to 11:30 am

Join us for a special presentation of these educational documentaries by PBS in the Visitor Center Theater. Most films have a 60-minute runtime.