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A Musical Journey Through Literature

Presented by the Dade City String Quartet

2025-07-31 18:00:00 2025-07-31 19:00:00 America/New_York A Musical Journey Through Literature Join us for an enchanting evening as the Dade City String Quartet weaves musical magic inspired by timeless fairytales and literary classics. Sponsored by the Friends of the Starkey Ranch Library. Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center - Theatre

Thursday, July 31
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-31 18:00:00 2025-07-31 19:00:00 America/New_York A Musical Journey Through Literature Join us for an enchanting evening as the Dade City String Quartet weaves musical magic inspired by timeless fairytales and literary classics. Sponsored by the Friends of the Starkey Ranch Library. Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center - Theatre

Join us for an enchanting evening as the Dade City String Quartet weaves musical magic inspired by timeless fairytales and literary classics. Sponsored by the Friends of the Starkey Ranch Library.

Step into a world where beloved stories come alive through the power of classical music! Join us for an enchanting evening as our professional string quartet weaves musical magic inspired by timeless fairytales and literary classics. Each classical composition has been carefully selected to transport you through the pages of your favorite tales, bringing literary magic to life. This family-friendly concert promises to delight audiences of all ages, combining musical excellence with the timeless appeal of beloved stories. Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience the intersection of literature and classical music in an unforgettable performance. 

The Dade City String Quartet consists of violinists Marissa Rollins and Charlotte Lewis, violist Aubrey Kirsch, and cellist Timothy Dow. All members of the quartet are music educators and perform professionally throughout the Tampa Bay Area. The Dade City String Quartet aims to create performances that are enjoyable, accessible, and educational for the community. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Starkey Ranch Library.

AGE GROUP: | Tween | Teen | Family | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading Program | Performance | Music | Culture | Community-Led | Arts |

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Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

sr@pascolibraries.org
Phone: 727-815-7126
Branch manager
Amanda Ogle

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We're open 10:00AM to 5:00PM

Mon, Jun 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
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Fri, Jun 19 10:00AM to 5:00PM
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The Starkey Ranch TLC is located within the Starkey Ranch community and home to a theatre, several meeting and study rooms, and the Clayworks ceramics makerspace.

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