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Natural Awakenings Sarasota / Manatee / Charlotte

The Spirit Fest: Metaphysical and Holistic Fair comes to Punta Gorda

The Spirit Fest: Metaphysical and Holistic Fair will be held on Saturday, August 21st and August 22nd from 10am. to 6 p.m. at the Charlotte Harbor Event Center. There will be 100 booths with vendors, practitioners, readers, artists, authors, and demonstrations.  

“This will be the largest event like it in Florida!” says producer Mary Ellen Popyk. “You’ll find some of the best intuitive readers in the country, also crystals, jewelry, spiritual supplies, holistic health specialties, natural products, and much more.”    

Speakers and special guests are scheduled throughout both days on a variety of topics. Maureen St. Germain, internationally acclaimed Ascension teacher, bestselling and award-winning author, will be the featured guest speaker, presenting both days. 

The entrance fee is $15 each day or $25 for the weekend. Look for discount admission coupons on our website.  Children 12 and under attend free.  

Visit SanctuaryFL.com for more details. For questions, call 321-313-2543. Charlotte Harbor Event Center is located at 75 Taylor Street in Punta Gorda.  

 

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