Editor’s note
To help pass the time while we stay at home, we are publishing extra puzzles and crosswords inside today. Due to coronavirus concerns, eventsmay be rescheduled or canceled. Please check before heading out.
Events
Braille calendars available: The Braille Association of Mid-Florida offers 2021 calendars embossed in Braille. The calendar highlights holidays and includes embossed illustrations with a unique theme. For those sending one as a gift, their name and a short personal note written by them will be embossed in Braille and sent with the calendar. The calendars cost $15 and can be mailed to any address in the United States. To order, call 321-972-8592.
VirtualCurtis Earth Trivia Fundraiser: Hosted by Friends of the Orange County Library System. Players can participate fromthe comfort ofhomeby logging in via Zoom. Gohead-to-head on questions about pop culture, history, sports and more. Proceeds fromticket sales benefit the Friends, an allvolunteer nonprofit organization that raisesmoney to enhance library events and programs. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 13. Tickets are on sale nowat oclsfriends.info/events/.
Virtual Landscape and Gardening classes: Presented by UF/IFAS Extension Orange County. Upcoming classes include: Basics of Square Foot Gardening, 2-3 p.m. Nov. 10; Basic Irrigation 101, 3-4 p.m. Nov12; Berries– Blackberries, Blueberries and Strawberries, 6-7 p.m. Nov12; Cold Protection and Holiday Plant Care, 9-10a.m. Nov14; Creating a Florida-Friendly Landscape, 6-7 p.m. Nov17; Basics of Square Foot Gardening, 6-7 p.m. Nov19; Basics of Plant Identification, 10-11a.m. Nov 20. Advance registration required. Instructions on howto viewthe programswill be provided upon registration. Visit gardenflorida.eventbrite.com.
Plant sale: Presented by Windermere Garden Club. Specialized plants in all sizes and shapes plus unique garden accessories. Many plants grownbymembers. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 7, Windermere Recreation Area on ParkAvenue near downtown Windermere.
OrangeAudubon Society: Biologist and educator Jim McGinity will share insights froma10-year research study on migratory birds inwest central Florida. 7 p.m. Nov. 19. Call 407-6372525 for link or search on YouTube forOrange Audubon Society.
CollegeParkSpark!: The free community event invites guests to stroll along Edgewater Drive to experience the local shops and restaurants, with local live musicians performing along the street in a safe and socially-distanced environment. Complimentary trolley service will run along the1.4 mile route on Edgewater Drive between Par Street and Sheridan Boulevard. 5-9 p.m. Nov. 7, collegeparkmainstreet.com.
Grief Share - Surviving the Holidays: The program provides strategies for making it through the holiday season for adultswhohave lost spouses and loved ones through death. 9:30 a.m. or 6 p.m. Nov. 18, First Baptist Church of Orlando, 3000 S. JohnYoung Parkway, Orlando, free, 407-514-4237.
Grief Share - Surviving the Holidays: The program provides strategies for making it through the holiday season for adultswhoare grieving the loss of a loved one no matter howlong ago the loss occurred. The programwill be offered virtually via Zoom. Presented by St. Luke’s UnitedMethodist Church, 4851S. ApopkaVineland Road, Orlando. 2-4 p.m. Nov. 15, free, 407-8764991, Ext. 262.
Weird Plants and Flowers: Join a discussion presented by the Leu Gardens’ Director Robert Bowden as he explores theworld of weird and unusual plants, many of which live in Central Florida. Advance registration required. 10a.m.-noon Nov. 4, Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. ForestAve., Orlando, $10for garden members, $16 for nonmembers, 407-2462620, leugardens.org.
Best Vines and Ground Covers forCentral Florida – ZoomVirtual Class: Leu Gardens’ Director Robert Bowden will discuss what ground covers will perform well in our Central Florida climate. 10a.m.-noonNov. 10, $8 for gardenmembers, $14 for nonmembers, 407-2462620, leugardens.org.
Fruit Trees for Central Florida: Join LeuGardens’ Executive Director, Robert Bowden, for a presentation about the right plants and varieties for a successful harvest. Advance registration required. 11a.m.-noon Nov. 12, Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. ForestAve., Orlando, $10for members, $16 for nonmembers, 407-246-2620.
The Incredible Winter Food Garden: Learn more about which varieties grow best here, proper garden spacing, and when to harvest. Advance registration required. 10a.m.-noon Nov. 18, Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. ForestAve., Orlando, $10 for gardenmembers, $16for nonmembers, 407-2462620, leugardens.org.
RaisedBedVegetable and Herb Gardening, Zoom Virtual Class: Afun-filled presentation by Leu Gardens’ executive director Robert Bowden helps you discover the joys of growing vegetables and herbs in raised beds. 10a.m.-noonNov. 19, $10 garden members, $14 nonmembers, 407-246-2620, leugardens.org.
Holiday Backyard Florist: Learn to create beautiful holiday flower arrangements athomeusing techniques and design principles the professionals use. Several large and small arrangements will be demonstrated appropriate for Christmas. Advance registration required. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Nov. 21, Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. ForestAve., Orlando, $10for gardenmembers, $16 for nonmembers, 407-2462620, leugardens.org.
Beekeeping for beginners: Learn about the lives of honey bee colonies and their inhabitants. Find out about the equipment and sites needed to get started with your own adventure. Advance registration required. 1:30-3 p.m. Nov. 28, Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, $10for garden members, $16 for nonmembers, 407-246-2620, leugardens.org.
Tai Chi forHealth: Outdoor, socially-distanced, masks-required beginner class, featuring qi gong and simple formwork. 9-10a.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 1st Unitarian Church of Orlando, 1901E. Robinson St., Orlando, $5 facility fee donation requested but not required, 407-701-3357.
GriefShare: Open to anyone whohas experienced the death of a familymember or friend. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Calvary Orlando, 1199 Clay St., Winter Park, $15 for materials, call 407-644-1199 to register.
Orange CountyRetired Educators Association: The programwill be “Mosaic of Cultures - India” presented by KishorDesai whosupports education and literacy as coordinator of Accel Through Education. Anyone whohasworked in education is invited. 10:30 a.m. Nov. 5. To receive an invitation to this digital Zoommeeting, email ocrea2018@gmail.com or call 407-843-6909.
Sailing: Learn basic sailing skills and terminology from instructors of the Central Florida Community Sailing
Program. The course consists of threeweeknight classroomsessions from6:308:30 p.m. and three “on the water” Saturday sessions on Lake Baldwin from9 a.m.-1 p.m. Studentsmust be age16 or older unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. Reservations required. 6-8 p.m. Mondays beginningNov. 2, Lake FairviewMarina, 4503 N. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, $155 includes book, 407-645-1892.
Tools To Quit Smoking class: Sponsored by the Florida Area Health Education Center Network and the FloridaDepartment of Health. Free carbonmonoxide testing materials and nicotine patches for participants (while supplies last). Advanced registration and face coverings required. Noon-1:30 p.m. Nov. 12, One Senior Place, 715Douglas Ave., Altamonte Springs, free, 877-252-6094.
Tools To Quit Smoking class: Sponsored by the Florida Area Health Education Center Network and the FloridaDepartment of Health. Free carbonmonoxide testing materials and nicotine patches for participants (while supplies last). Advanced registration and face coverings required. Noon-1:30 p.m. Dec. 10, One Senior Place, 715Douglas Ave., Altamonte Springs, free, 877-252-6094.
Tools To Quit Smoking class: In thewake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Tobacco Free Florida is offering virtual tobacco cessation classes across Central Florida which includes coaching and nicotine replacement therapy like patches and lozenges to participants at no cost. Advanced registration required. Sponsored by the Florida Area Health Education Center Network and theDepartment of Health. Upcoming classes include:
■ 6:30-8 p.m. Nov. 2
■ Noon-1:30 p.m. Nov. 3
■ 6-7:30 p.m. Nov. 4
■ 5-6:30 p.m. Nov. 5
■ 2-3:30 p.m. Nov. 6
■ 10-11:30 a.m. Nov. 7
■ 6:30-8 p.m. Nov. 9
■ Noon-1:30 p.m. Nov. 10
■ 1-2:30 p.m. Nov. 11 To register, call 1-877-2526094.
Senior SurvivalWebinar: Board Certified Elder Law AttorneyKathleen Flammia will discuss paying for a nursinghomeand estate planning documents. Viewing instructions will be provided upon RSVP. 2 p.m. Nov. 5, 6 p.m. Nov. 17, free, 407478-8700.
St. Luke’s Concert Series: TheUCF Symphony Orchestra will present English and baroquemasterpieces. RalphVaughn Williams, George Frideric Handel, and Henry Purcell will be highlighted in a special online concert at 7 p.m. Nov. 21. Towatch live, visit sllcs.org/concert-series.
YoungAdult GriefGroup: Presented by NewHope for Kids. This safe virtual setting is designed to provide young adults, ages19-25, with an environment where they will be supported by peers and given the opportunity to participate in conversations to help them heal and adjust to their newnormal. Group meets 7:30-9 p.m. every otherWednesday. Registration is required to attend. CallDana Duffie, 407-3313059, Ext. 10.
Newcomers ofCentral Florida:“WelcomeBack” luncheon featuring seasonal specialties and decorwith social distancing in place. Members and guests are welcometo attend andwear their favorite holiday outfits and jewelry. Reservation deadline isDec. 3. 11:30 a.m., Dec. 10, Timacuan Country Club, 550 Timacuan Blvd., Lake Mary, $25, 407-3667751.