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Events
Kite Day: There will be free kite making for kids and professional kite flyers flying their large show kites. There will be a kite vendor and a vendor selling beverages and snacks. Sponsored by the Avalon Park Foundation. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. April 10, Avalon Park, 3625 Avalon Park West Blvd., Orlando, free, 407-2081455 or email russmozier@ yahoo.com.
2021 Youth Photography Contest:
The Orange Audubon Society is accepting entries for its 2021 Kit and Sidney Chertok Youth Florida Native Nature Photography Contest for ages 17 or younger. Participants should photograph Florida native plants, animals, landscapes and the many habitats of Florida. Entries cannot show humans, human-made structures or artifacts, or discernible fauna or flora non-native to Florida. For contest rules visit orangeaudubonfl.org. The deadline for entries is April 15. Cash awards will be announced June 17. Cost is $2 per image for Audubon members, $4 per image for nonmembers. Details and entry forms, 407-718-1977.
2021 Novice and Advanced/Professional Photography Contest:
The Orange Audubon Society is accepting entries for its 33rd annual Kit and Sidney Chertok Florida Native Nature Photography Contest. There are two contest divisions. Novice, for new and less experienced photo hobbyists; and advanced amateur/ professional, for experienced photographers who have practiced and honed their skills over time. Participants should photograph Florida native plants, animals, landscapes and the many habitats of Florida. Entries cannot show humans, human-made structures or artifacts, or discernible fauna or flora non-native to Florida. For contest rules visit orangeaudubonfl.org. The deadline for entries is April 15. Cash awards will be announced June 17. Cost is $5 per image for Audubon members, $10 per image for nonmembers. Details and entry forms, 407-718-1977.
Classic Car Show at the Apopka Fair:
See classic cars from the 1920s-1970s on display. Sponsored by Rotary Club of Apopka and City of Apopka. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. April 10, Kit Land Nelson Park, 35 S. Park Ave., Apopka, admission is free, parking is $5, 407-886-5844.
Unleashed, Uncorked, Unframed Gala:
An evening with wines, gourmet cuisine, live and silent auctions, and a private art sale. All proceeds benefit Franklin’s Friends and local animal welfare. In the context of COVID-19 the event will be hybrid with the option to attend virtually. The in person option will be at the covered outdoor pavilion at the Holy Trinity Reception Center with a fun island theme. A comprehensive safety plan was developed with guidance from AdventHealth; social distancing and masking will be strictly enforced. The virtual option will include engaging, interactive content specifically for virtual guests. A catered meal complete with wine and dessert will be delivered to virtual ticket holders the afternoon of the event. 7-10 p.m. May 15, Holy Trinity Reception and Conference Center, 1217 Trinity Woods Lane, Maitland, $200 per person, 407-461-1768, unleashedfundraiser.info.
Orlando Shakes Golf Tournament: Help Orlando Shakes overcome the trials and setbacks of the pandemic and continue to bring Central Florida the highest quality professional theater. 8 a.m. May 10, Dubsdread Golf Course, 549 W. Par St., Orlando, $200 per player/$800 per foursome includes golf, cart, range balls and lunch, 407-447-1700, Ext. 213.
Orange Audubon Society:
Ken Meyer will share information from the Avian Research and Conservation Institute that tracks Swallow-tailed Kites and other species. Meyer is co-founder and Executive Director of this Gainesville-based nonprofit that uses technology for bird conservation. Meyer will share and analyze ARCI’s data collected during Hurricane Irma and other big hurricanes and explain what ARCI has learned about how birds survive these storms. 7 p.m. April 15. Call 407-637-2525 for link or search on YouTube for Orange Audubon Society.
Spring Plant Sale: Presented by the Oviedo Garden Club. Members will share plant knowledge and experience. All proceeds go back into community projects. 8 a.m.-noon April 10, First United Methodist Church Cemetery, corner of West Broadway Street and Aulin Avenue, Oviedo, admission is free, 407-864-1422.
Bromeliad and tropical plant show and sale: The
Seminole Bromeliad and Tropical Plant Society event will include hundreds of bromeliads, other tropical plants, and plant accessories. Club members will be available to answer questions and assist in selecting the best plants for your conditions. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. April 17-18, Sanford Garden Club, 200 Fairmont Drive, Sanford, free, bromeliads. club, 407-342-2500.
Lifescaping Series - A Guide for a Healthy Florida Lifestyle: Presented by UF/IFAS Extension Orange County. Class participants will receive online access to educational materials, gardening kits, exercise tools, the Simply Florida cookbook, and more. Advance registration required. Online sessions 6-7 p.m. Thursdays, April 8-22, in-person finale April 29, University of Florida IFAS Extension- Orange County, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, $20, 407-254-9218.
Conway Earth Day Celebration: Enjoy food while watching the dance performances and experience the benefits of sound healing, meditation and yoga. Children’s Craft Corner and special Earth Day treats. The market features local vendors offering personalized gifts, books, art, healing soaps, oils, lotions, plants, organic honey and a variety of foods and treats. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. April 17, Conway Methodist Church, 3401 Conway Road, Orlando, free, 407-719-7829.
DogFest Orlando:
A community event benefiting Canine Companions for Independence. Gather friends, family, and dogs for a day of in-person, or virtual fun, and celebrate the mission of Canine Companions. It will be a day of speakers, dog demonstrations, music and vendors. All leashed, vaccinated dogs are welcome. In-person attendees will be required to wear a mask and follow other safety protocols. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. April 17, Central Park, 150 W. Morse Blvd., Winter Park, admission is free, participants may register in advance and raise pledges, 407-522-3300.
‘Probate - Wills, Trusts, & Estate Planning’ Legal Matters Forum Series:
Presented by Orange County Clerk of Courts Tiffany Moore Russell. This free forum will help educate the community on the probate process and provide the resources available to start estate planning. The webinar will include critical information about the probate process, a legal and judiciary perspective, and resources to start estate planning efforts. Attendees will also be able to ask the panel questions at the end of the forum. 6-8 p.m. April 8 on the Zoom platform. Registration at myorangeclerk.com.
It’s Just Yoga Health and Fitness Festival:
The seventh annual event features a Marketplace where attendees of all skill levels can interact, sample and explore the latest trends in health, wellness and fitness. All classes are donation based and benefit New Hope for Kids. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 25, Lake Eola Park, Robinson Street and Eola Drive, Orlando, free, 407-619-0651.
Virtual History Group: Presented by The University Club of Winter Park. Roger Barrows will present the program “The Traveling Chautauqua in America.” To attend this virtual event send an email with your full name to info@uclubwp.org expressing your interest, and a link will be provided. 10 a.m. April 5, free.
Virtual Classics Book Club: Presented by The University Club of Winter Park. The book discussion will be “Cranford” by Elizabeth Gaskill. To attend this virtual event, send an email with your full name to info@ uclubwp.org expressing your interest, and a link will be provided. 10 a.m. April 15. Free.
Baseball Card and Memorabilia Show: More than 50 tables of dealers buying and selling cards and memorabilia. Free parking, door prizes and silent auction. Proceeds benefit homeless children. 3-8 p.m. April 23, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. April 24, Bahia Shrine Center, 3101 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, $2, free for ages 11 or younger, 407-476-7290.
Rose Growing Simplified:
Leu Gardens’ Director and veteran All American Rose Selection judge, Robert Bowden, shares his experience with growing roses in the Central Florida climate. Advance registration required. 10 a.m.-noon April 8 or 2-4 p.m. April 29, Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, $10 for garden members, $16 for nonmembers, 407-246-2620.
Raised Bed Vegetable and Herb Gardening:
Leu Gardens’ Director Robert Bowden will walk you through creating your own food oasis. Garden location and more will be discussed. Advance registration required. 2-4 p.m. April 8 or 9:30-11:30 a.m. April 17 or 1:30-3:30 p.m. April 21, Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, $10 for member, $16 for nonmembers, 407-246-2620.