BARTOW BLOOMIN' ARTS FESTIVAL

      After being one of the major sponsors for more than 20 years, the law firm of Frost Van den Boom, P.A, is presenter for the third year in a row.
      Approximately $15,000 will be awarded in prizes and purchase awards, with Best of Show winning $2,250. There are 12 other adult artist prizes ranging from $150 to $1,500 each. Best of Show for Student Senior High Division is $300 with additional awards totaling $600. Middle school awards are $100 for Best of Show and two awards at $50 each.
      In addition to the exhibits and sales by artists and fine craft persons, the show will feature a Quilt Show, Flower Show, Classic Car Show, Bloomin’ Bike Ride on Saturday, and a Children’s Tent with Face Painting and hands-on art activities, as well as live entertainment both Saturday and Sunday.
      The Bartow Bloomin’ Arts Festival is presented by Frost Van den Boom, P.A.  Additional sponsors are Central Florida Visitors & Convention Bureau; Sun Central Media Group; and the Ledger Media Group.