BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Aerospace Center For Excellence - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Aerospace Center For Excellence X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://aceedu.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Aerospace Center For Excellence REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T100000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20250213T164348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T164427Z UID:91984-1741424400-1741428000@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Wings 'n Waffles - Michael Goulian DESCRIPTION:Join us from 9 AM – 10 AM to enjoy breakfast (chicken and waffles\, thus the event name). Our March speaker is award winning aerobatic pilot\, Mike Goulian. \n\n\n\nMichael Goulian is a multi-disciplined aerial demonstration pilot. Beginning his career in the competitive world of aerobatics\, Goulian earned the distinction of becoming one of the youngest pilots to ever win the United States Unlimited Aerobatic Championship at the age of 27. His signature air show performance combines the heart-stopping gyroscopic tumbling of modern display flying with the crisp\, aggressive\, demands of precision competition aerobatics. \n\n\n\nIn 2006\, Goulian joined an elite group of pilots competing in the Red Bull Air Race World Championship. Competing as Team #99\, Goulian and his team are engaged in a battle of technology\, skill\, and execution against 13 of the world’s fiercest competitors. \n\n\n\nIn addition to his air show and air racing credentials\, Michael Goulian is a Certified Flight Instructor. A firm believer in scenario based training\, Goulian is a Cirrus Standardized Instructor Pilot (CSIP)\, and regularly traverses the country in a Cirrus SR-22\, delivering talks to aviation groups designed to increase the awareness of safety and proficiency amongst the general aviation pilot community. He owns and operates Mike Goulian Aviation in Plymouth and Bedford\, MA\, as Authorized Cirrus Training Centers. \n\n\n\nCareer Highlights: \n\n\n\n\n2011 ICAS Sword of Excellence\n\n\n\n2009 Bill Barber Award for Showmanship\n\n\n\n2006 Art Scholl Showmanship Award\n\n\n\n3 Time member: US National Unlimited Aerobatic Team\n\n\n\n1995 United States National Unlimited Aerobatic Champion\n\n\n\n1990 United States National Advanced Aerobatic Champion URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/wings-n-waffles-michael-goulian/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Wings_n_Waffles_Logo_Production_FAM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T103000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20250127T200146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T200148Z UID:91908-1741082400-1741084200@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Storytime at the Florida Air Museum DESCRIPTION:Come join us as we bring stories to life and create amazing\, interactive learning experiences for our Junior ACE’s – exploring the universe\, one adventure at a time! \n\n\n\nPlease email us at museum@flysnf.org with any questions! \n\n\n\nStoryTime is FREE. Access to the Florida Air Museum AND the Jerry Holland Destination: Aviation Playground is included! URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/storytime-at-the-florida-air-museum-9/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/RWS_7056-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T090000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20250127T195329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T170512Z UID:91890-1741073400-1741078800@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Lakeland City Commission SUN 'n FUN Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Annual Lakeland City Commission SUN ‘n FUN Breakfast\, (formerly the Mayor’s Breakfast)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn Partnership with \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsored by \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, March 4\, 20257:30-9:00 AM \n\n\n\nGuest speaker — Nan WalshGene Conrad\, SUN ‘n FUN/ACE CEO talks about plans for the 51st Annual 2025 SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace ExpoAttendees at the breakfast will have the chance to win exciting door prizes\, including SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo ticket packages. Frescos will provide a delicious breakfast\, so bring your appetite. \n\n\n\nThis year’s keynote speaker is Nan Walsh. During her illustrious aviation career\, she served as an air traffic controller for fourteen years\, a Northwest Airlink commercial airline pilot for ten years\, and the Assistant Airport Director at Lakeland Linder Airport for 10 years. She knows us well! Ms. Walsh operates a company providing air traffic control services for large\, special events such as the Super Bowl and the Masters Golf Tournament. Next year will be Nan Walsh’s 50th year of flying!  \n\n\n\nTickets are per person. Tables of 10 are only available with sponsorship. Please contact Sheena Banker at sbanker@flysnf.org. Purchasing 10 tickets does not guarantee a table. \n\n\n\nThe event is held in the Skylight Hangar on the SUN ‘n FUN Expo Campus at the Lakeland Linder International Airport. The GPS Address is 3985 Laird Blvd\, Lakeland\, FL 33811 URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/lakeland-city-commission-sun-n-fun-breakfast/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/473619764_1015551947273610_4363041341680668686_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T101500 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20250127T200753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T200754Z UID:91937-1740992400-1740996900@aceedu.org SUMMARY:STEM Sprouts DESCRIPTION:This parent participation class is designed for children between 3-5 years old. Each week\, students and parents will explore a letter of the alphabet and a corresponding aviation concept using engaging\, hands-on\, skill-based learning centered around play. \n\n\n\nClasses are held on Monday mornings from 9:00-10:15am. Each week has a unique theme\, and enrollment is limited to 15 students using our online registration system. The class fee is $10 per student\, with a 50% discount given to Florida Air Museum members. Parents can also purchase the full 26 weeks of the course at a deeply discounted bundle price. Admission to the Florida Air Museum and Destination: Aviation Playground are included in the class fee. The STEM Sprouts calendar runs from September through May. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n9-SepAAerodynamics16-SepBBiology23-SepCCirrus30-SepDDensity7-OctEElevation14-OctFFlight21-OctGGravity28-OctHHot Air Balloons4-NovIInsulation18-NovJJetstream2-DecKKinetic Energy9-DecLLightning16-DecMMagnetos6-JanNNavigation13-JanOOrbit27-JanPParachutes3-FebQQuestioning10-FebRRadio Communication24-FebSSeaplane3-MarTThrust10-MarUUniverse14-AprVVector21-AprWWeight and Balance28-AprXX Wing5-MayYYoke12-MayZZulu URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/stem-sprouts-6/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/STEM_Logo-e1746550476751.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T103000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20250127T200126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T200127Z UID:91906-1740477600-1740479400@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Storytime at the Florida Air Museum DESCRIPTION:Come join us as we bring stories to life and create amazing\, interactive learning experiences for our Junior ACE’s – exploring the universe\, one adventure at a time! \n\n\n\nPlease email us at museum@flysnf.org with any questions! \n\n\n\nStoryTime is FREE. Access to the Florida Air Museum AND the Jerry Holland Destination: Aviation Playground is included! URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/storytime-at-the-florida-air-museum-8/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/RWS_7056-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T101500 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20250127T200733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T200734Z UID:91935-1740387600-1740392100@aceedu.org SUMMARY:STEM Sprouts DESCRIPTION:This parent participation class is designed for children between 3-5 years old. Each week\, students and parents will explore a letter of the alphabet and a corresponding aviation concept using engaging\, hands-on\, skill-based learning centered around play. \n\n\n\nClasses are held on Monday mornings from 9:00-10:15am. Each week has a unique theme\, and enrollment is limited to 15 students using our online registration system. The class fee is $10 per student\, with a 50% discount given to Florida Air Museum members. Parents can also purchase the full 26 weeks of the course at a deeply discounted bundle price. Admission to the Florida Air Museum and Destination: Aviation Playground are included in the class fee. The STEM Sprouts calendar runs from September through May. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n9-SepAAerodynamics16-SepBBiology23-SepCCirrus30-SepDDensity7-OctEElevation14-OctFFlight21-OctGGravity28-OctHHot Air Balloons4-NovIInsulation18-NovJJetstream2-DecKKinetic Energy9-DecLLightning16-DecMMagnetos6-JanNNavigation13-JanOOrbit27-JanPParachutes3-FebQQuestioning10-FebRRadio Communication24-FebSSeaplane3-MarTThrust10-MarUUniverse14-AprVVector21-AprWWeight and Balance28-AprXX Wing5-MayYYoke12-MayZZulu URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/stem-sprouts-5/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/STEM_Logo-e1746550476751.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T190000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20241114T190529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T190531Z UID:91665-1739982600-1739991600@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Biz Bash 2024 DESCRIPTION: URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/biz-bash-2024/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/Biz-Bash-Simplero-Event-Graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T103000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20250127T200105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T200107Z UID:91904-1739872800-1739874600@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Storytime at the Florida Air Museum DESCRIPTION:Come join us as we bring stories to life and create amazing\, interactive learning experiences for our Junior ACE’s – exploring the universe\, one adventure at a time! \n\n\n\nPlease email us at museum@flysnf.org with any questions! \n\n\n\nStoryTime is FREE. Access to the Florida Air Museum AND the Jerry Holland Destination: Aviation Playground is included! URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/storytime-at-the-florida-air-museum-7/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/RWS_7056-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T103000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20250127T200037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T200038Z UID:91902-1739268000-1739269800@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Storytime at the Florida Air Museum DESCRIPTION:Come join us as we bring stories to life and create amazing\, interactive learning experiences for our Junior ACE’s – exploring the universe\, one adventure at a time! \n\n\n\nPlease email us at museum@flysnf.org with any questions! \n\n\n\nStoryTime is FREE. Access to the Florida Air Museum AND the Jerry Holland Destination: Aviation Playground is included! URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/storytime-at-the-florida-air-museum-6/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/RWS_7056-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T101500 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20250127T200709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T200710Z UID:91933-1739178000-1739182500@aceedu.org SUMMARY:STEM Sprouts DESCRIPTION:This parent participation class is designed for children between 3-5 years old. Each week\, students and parents will explore a letter of the alphabet and a corresponding aviation concept using engaging\, hands-on\, skill-based learning centered around play. \n\n\n\nClasses are held on Monday mornings from 9:00-10:15am. Each week has a unique theme\, and enrollment is limited to 15 students using our online registration system. The class fee is $10 per student\, with a 50% discount given to Florida Air Museum members. Parents can also purchase the full 26 weeks of the course at a deeply discounted bundle price. Admission to the Florida Air Museum and Destination: Aviation Playground are included in the class fee. The STEM Sprouts calendar runs from September through May. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n9-SepAAerodynamics16-SepBBiology23-SepCCirrus30-SepDDensity7-OctEElevation14-OctFFlight21-OctGGravity28-OctHHot Air Balloons4-NovIInsulation18-NovJJetstream2-DecKKinetic Energy9-DecLLightning16-DecMMagnetos6-JanNNavigation13-JanOOrbit27-JanPParachutes3-FebQQuestioning10-FebRRadio Communication24-FebSSeaplane3-MarTThrust10-MarUUniverse14-AprVVector21-AprWWeight and Balance28-AprXX Wing5-MayYYoke12-MayZZulu URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/stem-sprouts-4/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/STEM_Logo-e1746550476751.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T100000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20250121T161800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T161803Z UID:91882-1739005200-1739008800@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Wings 'n Waffles DESCRIPTION:“Howard Hughes: Love is in the Air” – Saturday\, February 8th \n\n\n\nJoin us from 9:00 – 10:00 A.M. to enjoy breakfast (chicken and waffles\, thus the event name) while learning from Museum staff about the life of Hollywood playboy\, Howard Hughes\, and his love of aviation. Then enjoy a tour of one of the largest collections of Howard Hughes memorablia\, including flight suits belonging to Hughes and Katharine Hepburn. \n\n\n\nMembers of the Florida Air Museum receive FREE admission to this event. Non-member cost is $10.00 per person at the door\, which includes a day pass to tour the Museum when the event is over\, a $5 discount on a regular daily admission! URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/wings-n-waffles-9/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/FAM_Wings_n_Waffles_Logo_Production_No_FAM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T103000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20240919T174157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T174158Z UID:91377-1738924200-1739010600@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Carlisle Auctions DESCRIPTION:Join Carlisle Auctions February 7-8 starting at 10:30 a.m. daily for the Lakeland Winter Collector Car Auction.  400+ consignments are anticipated and will span decades of automotive history.  From pre-war classics to post-war muscle\, the event has it all.  You can find an investment that truly accelerates with Carlisle Auctions\, including white-glove\, best-of-show gems\, show-worthy daily drivers that are guaranteed to turn heads\, and a few things in between. This is more than an auction\, it’s an automotive experience.  Lots range in price from four to six figures and there are THREE great ways to bid; in person\, on the phone\, or online.  Carlisle Auctions also offers an All-Truck Hour on Friday\, February 7 at approximately 1:30 p.m.  During this block\, nothing but trucks/Jeeps/SUVs will cross the block. \n\n\n\nNot looking to buy\, but still looking for in-person automotive entertainment?  Carlisle Auctions offers ample FREE parking and it’s just $10 for spectator admission.  Kids 12 and under are also admitted free. \n\n\n\nFor details on registering to bid\, consigning a vehicle to sell\, or simply attending as a spectator\, call Carlisle Auctions at 717-960-6400 or visit CarlisleAuctions.com. URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/carlisle-auctions/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/CarlisleAuctions_LW_Logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T103000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20250127T200007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T200009Z UID:91900-1738663200-1738665000@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Storytime at the Florida Air Museum DESCRIPTION:Come join us as we bring stories to life and create amazing\, interactive learning experiences for our Junior ACE’s – exploring the universe\, one adventure at a time! \n\n\n\nPlease email us at museum@flysnf.org with any questions! \n\n\n\nStoryTime is FREE. Access to the Florida Air Museum AND the Jerry Holland Destination: Aviation Playground is included! URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/storytime-at-the-florida-air-museum-5/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/RWS_7056-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T101500 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20241216T164915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T200652Z UID:91811-1738573200-1738577700@aceedu.org SUMMARY:STEM Sprouts DESCRIPTION:This parent participation class is designed for children between 3-5 years old. Each week\, students and parents will explore a letter of the alphabet and a corresponding aviation concept using engaging\, hands-on\, skill-based learning centered around play. \n\n\n\nClasses are held on Monday mornings from 9:00-10:15am. Each week has a unique theme\, and enrollment is limited to 15 students using our online registration system. The class fee is $10 per student\, with a 50% discount given to Florida Air Museum members. Parents can also purchase the full 26 weeks of the course at a deeply discounted bundle price. Admission to the Florida Air Museum and Destination: Aviation Playground are included in the class fee. The STEM Sprouts calendar runs from September through May. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n9-SepAAerodynamics16-SepBBiology23-SepCCirrus30-SepDDensity7-OctEElevation14-OctFFlight21-OctGGravity28-OctHHot Air Balloons4-NovIInsulation18-NovJJetstream2-DecKKinetic Energy9-DecLLightning16-DecMMagnetos6-JanNNavigation13-JanOOrbit27-JanPParachutes3-FebQQuestioning10-FebRRadio Communication24-FebSSeaplane3-MarTThrust10-MarUUniverse14-AprVVector21-AprWWeight and Balance28-AprXX Wing5-MayYYoke12-MayZZulu URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/stem-sprouts-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/STEM_Logo-e1746550476751.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T103000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20241216T164714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T164715Z UID:91805-1738058400-1738060200@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Storytime at the Florida Air Museum DESCRIPTION:Come join us as we bring stories to life and create amazing\, interactive learning experiences for our Junior ACE’s – exploring the universe\, one adventure at a time! \n\n\n\nPlease email us at museum@flysnf.org with any questions! \n\n\n\nStoryTime is FREE. Access to the Florida Air Museum AND the Jerry Holland Destination: Aviation Playground is included! URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/storytime-at-the-florida-air-museum-4/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/RWS_7056-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T170000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20250108T194653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T194655Z UID:91846-1737799200-1737824400@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Lakeland Pigfest DESCRIPTION:“We are proud to announce that the 28th Annual Lakeland Pigfest will again be held at the SUN n’ FUN Expo Campus in Lakeland\, Florida\, on January 24th and January 25th\, 2025. \n\n\n\nThrough the continued support of our community\, the event has been able to donate over one million dollars of unrestricted funds to local charities since its humble beginnings in 1997. Our local non-profits\, who provide the manpower to host this event\, are as excited as we are\, as we look to continue to grow Florida’s Preeminent Barbecue Contest. \n\n\n\nJoin the Lakeland Pigfest Board of Directors and the over 150 competition barbecue teams for a weekend of good eatin’\, good friends\, and good tunes to benefit Lakeland-area charities as we kick off the 28th Annual Lakeland Pigfest!” -Lakeland Pigfest \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nInterested in volunteering? Click here! \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n No Caption \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n No Caption \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n No Caption \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nPhotos by Joe Caccioppo URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/lakeland-pigfest-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/lakeland-pigfest-logo-250px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T220000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20250108T194556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T194559Z UID:91840-1737738000-1737756000@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Lakeland Pigfest DESCRIPTION:“We are proud to announce that the 28th Annual Lakeland Pigfest will again be held at the SUN n’ FUN Expo Campus in Lakeland\, Florida\, on January 24th and January 25th\, 2025. \n\n\n\nThrough the continued support of our community\, the event has been able to donate over one million dollars of unrestricted funds to local charities since its humble beginnings in 1997. Our local non-profits\, who provide the manpower to host this event\, are as excited as we are\, as we look to continue to grow Florida’s Preeminent Barbecue Contest. \n\n\n\nJoin the Lakeland Pigfest Board of Directors and the over 150 competition barbecue teams for a weekend of good eatin’\, good friends\, and good tunes to benefit Lakeland-area charities as we kick off the 28th Annual Lakeland Pigfest!” -Lakeland Pigfest \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nInterested in volunteering? Click here! \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n No Caption \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n No Caption \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n No Caption \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nPhotos by Joe Caccioppo URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/lakeland-pigfest-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/lakeland-pigfest-logo-250px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T103000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20241216T164112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T164113Z UID:91802-1737453600-1737455400@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Storytime at the Florida Air Museum DESCRIPTION:Come join us as we bring stories to life and create amazing\, interactive learning experiences for our Junior ACE’s – exploring the universe\, one adventure at a time! \n\n\n\nPlease email us at museum@flysnf.org with any questions! \n\n\n\nStoryTime is FREE. Access to the Florida Air Museum AND the Jerry Holland Destination: Aviation Playground is included! URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/storytime-at-the-florida-air-museum-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/RWS_7056-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T103000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20241216T163955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T163956Z UID:91799-1736848800-1736850600@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Storytime at the Florida Air Museum DESCRIPTION:Come join us as we bring stories to life and create amazing\, interactive learning experiences for our Junior ACE’s – exploring the universe\, one adventure at a time! \n\n\n\nPlease email us at museum@flysnf.org with any questions! \n\n\n\nStoryTime is FREE. Access to the Florida Air Museum AND the Jerry Holland Destination: Aviation Playground is included! URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/storytime-at-the-florida-air-museum/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/RWS_7056-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250113T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250113T101500 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20241216T164749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T164750Z UID:91807-1736758800-1736763300@aceedu.org SUMMARY:STEM Sprouts DESCRIPTION:This parent participation class is designed for children between 3-5 years old. Each week\, students and parents will explore a letter of the alphabet and a corresponding aviation concept using engaging\, hands-on\, skill-based learning centered around play. \n\n\n\nClasses are held on Monday mornings from 9:00-10:15am. Each week has a unique theme\, and enrollment is limited to 15 students using our online registration system. The class fee is $10 per student\, with a 50% discount given to Florida Air Museum members. Parents can also purchase the full 26 weeks of the course at a deeply discounted bundle price. Admission to the Florida Air Museum and Destination: Aviation Playground are included in the class fee. The STEM Sprouts calendar runs from September through May. \n\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n9-SepAAerodynamics16-SepBBiology23-SepCCirrus30-SepDDensity7-OctEElevation14-OctFFlight21-OctGGravity28-OctHHot Air Balloons4-NovIInsulation18-NovJJetstream2-DecKKinetic Energy9-DecLLightning16-DecMMagnetos6-JanNNavigation13-JanOOrbit27-JanPParachutes3-FebQQuestioning10-FebRRadio Communication24-FebSSeaplane3-MarTThrust10-MarUUniverse14-AprVVector21-AprWWeight and Balance28-AprXX Wing5-MayYYoke12-MayZZulu URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/stem-sprouts/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/STEM_Logo-e1746550476751.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T100000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20241218T205313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T205615Z UID:91817-1736586000-1736589600@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Wings 'n Waffles Buehler Build Edition DESCRIPTION:Wings ‘n Waffles Buehler Build: Riveting 101 and Cookie Cutters – Saturday\, January 11th \n\n\n\nJoin us from 9:00 – 10:00 A.M. for our first ever Buehler Build! You will enjoy breakfast (chicken and waffles\, thus the event name) while learning from Museum staff about the history of riveting and its impact on the aviation industry. Then you will head next door to Buehler to build you own cookie cutter! \n\n\n\nMembers of the Florida Air Museum receive FREE admission to this event. Non-member cost is $10.00 per person at the door\, which includes a day pass to tour the Museum when the event is over\, a $5 discount on a regular daily admission! \n\n\n\nNote: Buehler Build is a special edition Wings ‘n Waffles event that will occur three times annually. URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/wings-n-waffles-buehler-build-edition/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_919849733_1100070634683_1_original.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T103000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20241216T162143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T162144Z UID:91794-1736244000-1736245800@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Storytime at the Florida Air Museum DESCRIPTION:Come join us as we bring stories to life and create amazing\, interactive learning experiences for our Junior ACE’s – exploring the universe\, one adventure at a time! \n\n\n\nPlease email us at museum@flysnf.org with any questions! \n\n\n\nStoryTime is FREE. Access to the Florida Air Museum AND the Jerry Holland Destination: Aviation Playground is included! URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/storytime-at-the-florida-air-museum-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/RWS_7056-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250106T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250106T101500 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20241216T163521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T164043Z UID:91797-1736154000-1736158500@aceedu.org SUMMARY:STEM Sprouts DESCRIPTION:This parent participation class is designed for children between 3-5 years old. Each week\, students and parents will explore a letter of the alphabet and a corresponding aviation concept using engaging\, hands-on\, skill-based learning centered around play. \n\n\n\nClasses are held on Monday mornings from 9:00-10:15am. Each week has a unique theme\, and enrollment is limited to 15 students using our online registration system. The class fee is $10 per student\, with a 50% discount given to Florida Air Museum members. Parents can also purchase the full 26 weeks of the course at a deeply discounted bundle price. Admission to the Florida Air Museum and Destination: Aviation Playground are included in the class fee. The STEM Sprouts calendar runs from September through May. \n\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n9-SepAAerodynamics16-SepBBiology23-SepCCirrus30-SepDDensity7-OctEElevation14-OctFFlight21-OctGGravity28-OctHHot Air Balloons4-NovIInsulation18-NovJJetstream2-DecKKinetic Energy9-DecLLightning16-DecMMagnetos6-JanNNavigation13-JanOOrbit27-JanPParachutes3-FebQQuestioning10-FebRRadio Communication24-FebSSeaplane3-MarTThrust10-MarUUniverse14-AprVVector21-AprWWeight and Balance28-AprXX Wing5-MayYYoke12-MayZZulu URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/stem-sprouts-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/STEM_Logo-e1746550476751.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T193000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20241003T151442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T154629Z UID:91483-1731952800-1731958200@aceedu.org SUMMARY:StoryTime Under the Stars DESCRIPTION:Join us for fun under the stars as we bring our weekly Story Time event outside around our fire ring for stories\, songs\, and s’mores! \n\n\n\nCome and be our guest for a unique and fun-filled Story Time. If you have joined us on Tuesdays in the Florida Air Museum\, you know that we have a great time with stories\, songs\, and learning. This event is open to your entire family\, so bring everyone for fun around our large fire pit as we read\, sing\, and enjoy some s’mores together! \n\n\n\nThe event is free to all. We ask for a $10 donation per family to help offset the material costs. You can choose to make a donation in the checkout page. \n\n\n\nWhen you register\, please secure a ticket for everyone in your party. This will help us plan for purchasing s’more making materials. \n\n\n\nEVENT NOTES: \n\n\n\n\nBring flashlights. The area is fairly dark and uneven. We want you to be safe while you are walking to/from your cars.\n\n\n\nAs you know\, Florida weather is unpredictable. Stay tuned for updates in the case of bad weather.\n\n\n\nBring camping chairs. There are only a few picnic tables available.\n\n\n\n\nAddress – 4590 Rocky Rd Lakeland\, FL 33811 \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n No Caption \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n No Caption \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n No Caption \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n No Caption \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n No Caption \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n No Caption URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/storytime-under-the-stars-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/STUS-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T210000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20240802T142213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T121727Z UID:90936-1731754800-1731790800@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Flightoberfest DESCRIPTION: URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/flightoberfest-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/Flightoberfest_Logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T074500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T101500 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20240716T133241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T202030Z UID:90784-1731743100-1731752100@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Pumpkin Dash DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 2nd Annual SUN ‘n FUN Pumpkin Dash 5K! All participants will receive a dri-fit tech shirt (Shirt and size guaranteed if pre-registered before Sept 23)\, custom bib and entry into the Flightoberfest after the 5k event at 11 AM! Prizes given to the overall and age group winners! \n\n\n\nAuto Parking Instructions\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nParking for BOTH 5K early packet pickup on Friday and the Saturday 5K run will be in the Main General Parking Lot. Please enter from West Pipkin Road. The parking entrance will have feather flags for reference. Parking is FREE. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEarly Packet pick up – SUN ‘n FUN Expo Campus: Friday\, Nov 15\, 2024\, from 4:00 PM-7:00 PM \n\n\n\nDay of Race – SUN ‘n FUN Expo Campus: \n\n\n\nSaturday\, Nov 16\, 2024\n\n\n\n7:45-8:45 AM – Registration and Packet Pickup \n\n\n\n9:00 AM – Race Starts \n\n\n\n10:15 AM – Approx time for awards presentation \n\n\n\nAWARDS: \n\n\n\nOverall Male And Female \n\n\n\nAge Group Awards to the 1st and 2nd place Male and Female in the following age groups: 0-9\, 10-14\, 15-19\, 20-24\, 25-29… up to 80+ \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\n\nCOURSE MAP\n\n\n\nSPONSOR PACKET\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in volunteering for this event? Click here to sign up! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSponsored by URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/pumpkin-dash/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pumpkin_Run_Logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T100000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20241017T125101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T152148Z UID:91537-1731142800-1731146400@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Wings 'n Waffles DESCRIPTION:For this Wings ‘n Waffles\, the Aerospace Center for Excellence salutes veterans and honors their sacrifice and service. In recognition of Veterans Day 2024\, ACE will unveil a brand-new Redbird MX-2 full motion flight simulator. The MX-2 models the P-51 Mustang “Crazy Horse” as an homage to our friends and partners at Stallion 51. The P-51 Mustang is an iconic fighter aircraft of WWII; it is emblematic of the honor and duty our veterans embody. \n\n\n\nGuests will enjoy an informative presentation about the simulator and the flight characteristics of the P-51 Mustang. Guests will also learn about new and exciting events coming to the Florida Air Museum. \n\n\n\nFollowing the presentation\, guests will have an opportunity to climb aboard the P-51 Mustang flight simulator and take to the digital skies. \n\n\n\nWings ‘n Waffles is $10/ person and free for Florida Air Museum members. URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/wings-n-waffles-8/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Wings_n_Waffles_Logo_Production_FAM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T100000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20240515T181704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T122738Z UID:90482-1726304400-1726308000@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Wings 'n Waffles DESCRIPTION:Join us the second Saturday of each month from 9:00-10:00 A.M. to enjoy breakfast (chicken and waffles\, thus the event name) and hear from aviation professionals\, veterans\, pilots and more. Members of the Florida Air Museum receive FREE admission to this event. Non-member cost is $10.00 per person at the door\, which includes a day pass to tour the Museum when the event is over\, a $5 discount on regular daily admission! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember’s Speaker: CMsgt Shane Williams \n\n\n\nCMSgt Shane Williams has expansive professional experience in technology\, aviation\, and leadership. Career highlights over the last 30+ years include: \n\n\n\n\nLeading a global team of GIS professionals to support the future of drone delivery\n\n\n\nServing as the drone and aeronautical subject matter expert for innovative sUAS software platform\n\n\n\nLeveraging knowledge of geospatial data management\, analysis\, and application regarding aviation and drone operations\n\n\n\nHolding 20+ years of volunteer service with the Civil Air Patrol\, focusing on cadet programs\, ground\, and aerial operations\n\n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you at Wings ‘n Waffles! URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/wings-n-waffles-6/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/FAM_Wings_n_Waffles_Logo_Production_No_FAM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T100000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20240515T181126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T171252Z UID:90476-1723280400-1723284000@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Wings 'n Waffles DESCRIPTION:Join us the second Saturday of each month from 9:00-10:00 A.M. to enjoy breakfast (chicken and waffles\, thus the event name) and hear from aviation professionals\, veterans\, pilots and more. Members of the Florida Air Museum receive FREE admission to this event. Non-member cost is $10.00 per person at the door\, which includes a day pass to tour the Museum when the event is over\, a $5 discount on regular daily admission! \n\n\n\nOur August 10th Speaker: Craig Tinder\, Artist \n\n\n\nMr. Tinder is a Historical and Military artist known for embedding authentic vehicle relics into his creations. He is active participant in restoration and preservation of historic military aircraft and has been a collaborator with aviation legends\, including WWII Medal of Honor Recipient James E. Swett\, Clarence “Bud” Anderson\, Archie Donahue\, and Dean Caswel. His artwork is showcased in museums\, airports\, memorial sites\, and private collections around the world! URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/wings-n-waffles-5/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/FAM_Wings_n_Waffles_Logo_Production_No_FAM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240804T150000 DTSTAMP:20260607T165508 CREATED:20240515T174331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T141457Z UID:90473-1722610800-1722783600@aceedu.org SUMMARY:Stuffed Animal Flight School DESCRIPTION:Does your Stuffed Animal dream of flying? Do they feel the need for speed? Do they crave adventure? \n\n\n\nIf so\, Enroll in Stuffed Animal Flight School at the Florida Air Museum! \n\n\n\n\nStep 1: Identify which of your stuffed animals has what it takes.\n\n\n\nStep 2: You and your stuffed animal attend mandatory orientation (see event details for dates).\n\n\n\nStep 3: Leave your stuffed animal with our experienced team of aviation professionals for a rigorous flight training program.\n\n\n\nStep 4: Return the following day between 1-3 p.m. to collect your newly winged pilot!\n\n\n\n\nNote to Parents: Orientation will include a presentation and video of the activities that the stuffed animals will be “participating in” while in flight school. A photo will be taken of the child with their animal as they say goodbye. The next day\, the child will pick up their animal who will have “successfully completed flight school.” They will go home with their new pilot certificate\, a logbook to be used for future flights\, the photo from orientation\, and a set of pilot wings for the animal and the child. \n\n\n\nPlease reserve one ticket per participating child. Adults and nonparticipating children do not need a ticket. \n\n\n\nSession 1: August 2nd Drop-Off at 3 PM; Pick-Up on August 3rd from 1-3 PM \n\n\n\nSession 2: August 3rd Drop-Off at 3 PM; Pick-Up on August 4th from 1-3 PM \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSponsors URL:https://aceedu.org/event-calendar/stuffed-animal-flight-school/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aceedu.org/wp-content/uploads/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_532208189_1100070634683_1_original.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR