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Tax program counselors needed: Volunteer Tax-Aide counselors are needed for the AARP Tax-Aide Program. Counselors help prepare tax returns and assist with filing requirements for older taxpayers and others. Volunteer client facilitators are needed to assist taxpayers in organizing their tax documents. An aptitude for tax work, experience in filing personal returns and good communication and computer skills are needed. An orientation will be held in December and training will begin in January in the Orlando area. Details: aarpfoundation.org/ taxaidevolunteer.

Winter Park Autumn Art Festival: Community-oriented sidewalk show featuring work by Florida artists. There also will be entertainment on the Central Park stage and The Crealde School of Art will present free art-inspiring workshops for children. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. today, Central Park, Park Avenue, Winter Park, admission is free, 407644-8281.

Central Florida Railway Historical Society: Central Florida Railway Historical Society Historian Phil Cross will present “Citrus and Vegetable Packinghouses and Associated Crate Labels in West Orange County.” He will share the history of some of the dozens of citrus and vegetable packinghouses and their colorful labels. 7 p.m. Oct. 10, Central Florida Railroad Museum, 101 S. Boyd St., Winter Garden, free, cfrhs.org.

Tools To Quit Smoking class: Sponsored by the Florida Area Health Education Center Network and the Florida Department of Health. Free nicotine patches for participants (while supplies last). Advance registration and face coverings required. 10-11:30 a.m. Oct. 11, Billie Dean Community Center, 225 M A Board St., Apopka, free, 407-716-6392.

Estate Planning Live Webinar: Attorney Kathleen Flammia and Attorney Stacey Schwartz discuss asset protection, planning for long term care and essential estate planning documents. Viewing instructions will be provided upon RSVP. 2 p.m. Oct. 11, 6 p.m. Oct. 26, free, 407-478-8700.

Pine Castle Woman’s Club: Ybeth Bruzual, morning news anchor/podcaster for Spectum 13 News, will kick off the Club’s First Hispanic Heritage event. Members are asked to bring monetary donations and/or towels for The Foundation for Life Ministries, one of their mission support organizations. 10 a.m.-noon Oct. 12, Pine Castle Woman’s Club, 5901 S. Orange Ave., Orlando, free, 321-663-5612 or email sandy. chandler@hotmail.com.

Orange Audubon Society: Shawnlei Breeding will give an update on Audubon Florida’s EagleWatch Program, a statewide network of community science volunteers who monitor Bald Eagle nests. EagleWatch runs from October to May and provides valuable information on nesting activity and current trends in Florida Bald Eagle populations. Data collected is used by both the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to enhance their conservation and law enforcement efforts. Audubon EagleWatch seeks volunteers to monitor Bald Eagle nests for the 2022-2023 breeding season. 7 p.m. Oct. 13, Harry P. Leu

Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, free, 407-637-2525.

Art Exploration: Presented by the University Club of Winter Park. A top estate appraiser will talk about what he does as an appraiser and when to use one. 10 a.m. Oct. 13, University Club of Winter Park, 841 N. Park Ave., Winter Park. To attend this event, email your full name to info@uclubwp.org. Free.

Dave’s House Party: There will be festive entertainment, food, beverages including beers from local breweries, and live and silent auctions. Attire is outdoor Florida festive. Proceeds will benefit Dave’s House, which offers programs and services to provide stability of affordable permanent supportive housing for residents with serious mental illness. Reservations required. 7-10 p.m. Oct. 14, The Acre Orlando, 4421 Edgewater Drive, Orlando, $100, DavesHouse.org.

Raised Bed Vegetable Gardening: Join Leu Gardens’ Executive Director, Robert Bowden, as he helps you discover the joys of growing vegetables and herbs in raised beds. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Oct. 15, Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, $15 garden members, $20 nonmembers, leugardens. org, 407-246-2620.

21st Annual Windermere Run Among The Lakes:

The course goes through downtown Windermere, running along the sandy dirt roads among the Butler Chain of Lakes. Two distances available: 5K and 10K. All runners receive a T-shirt and finisher medals. Hosted by Windermere Parks and Recreation. 7 a.m. Oct. 15, Windermere Town Hall, 520 Main St., Windermere, $38-$53, Town. Windermere.fl.us.

Senior Expo: The 50Plus FYI Resource Expo is presented by Orange County Commission on Aging, 50Plus Resource Network, Seminole County Triad and the Senior Resource Alliance. Meet area service providers, agencies, housing specialists, health care representatives, Social Security and Medicare specialists, VA advocates and other professionals who provide products and services to the community. Find out “what’s hot and what’s not” as it relates to healthy lifestyle options. Meet and hear cabaret performances by jazz legend Miss Jacqueline Jones and The Company Players. 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Oct. 21, Winter Park Community Center, 721 W. New England Ave., Winter Park, admission and parking are free, 407-265-0534, 50PlusFYI.org.

Nehrling Gardens Owl Prowl Art & Wine Wander:

Ages 21 and older can sample beer, wine and tasty nibbles while viewing artists at work throughout the gardens and enjoying live music. Browse a large selection of original art and other items available for bidding at a silent auction. Proceeds support Nehrling Gardens, a not-for-profit organization. 4-7 p.m. Oct. 22, Nehrling Gardens, 2267 Hempel Ave., Gotha, $40 in advance, $50 day of event, NehrlingGardens.org, 407445-9977.

Fruit Trees for Central Florida: Join Leu Gardens’ Executive Director, Robert Bowden, for a presentation about the right plants and varieties for a successful harvest. Advance registration required. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Oct. 29, Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, $15 for members, $20 for nonmembers, leugardens. org, 407-246-2620.

Sailing lessons: Learn basic sailing skills and terminology from the instructors of the Central Florida Community Sailing Program during this two-day class. Minimum age is 16, parents must be present for the Saturday water sessions on Lake Baldwin. Reservations required. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 29 and Nov. 5, $160 includes book, thesailingclub.us/classes, 407-645-1892.

Native Florida Snakes: Get familiar with Florida’s six venomous species snakes including the four that call Central Florida home. Learn about snake safety and gain confidence in gardening and outdoor activities in the presence of these reptiles. Advance registration required. 1:30-3 p.m. Oct. 29, Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, $10 garden members, $20 nonmembers, leugardens. org, 407-246-2620.

Walk: The Mid-Florida Milers Walking Club, a member of the American Volkssport Association, is sponsoring a walk through Maitland that includes scenic lakes, city parks and residential areas. Two distances - 10K (6.2 miles) or 6K (3.7 miles). Start between 8:30-9:15 a.m. Oct. 29, Walgreens, 330 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland, $3 per person, free for walkers ages 12 or younger who do not want credit, 615-4001796.

Grief Share - Surviving the Holidays: The program provides strategies for making it through the holiday season for adults who are grieving the loss of a loved one no matter how long ago the loss occurred. 2-4 p.m. Nov. 6, St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 4851 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando. 2-4 p.m. Nov. 7, free, 407-876-4991, Ext. 262, or email care@st.lukes.org.

Fall Festival: Children’s activities include a bounce house, games, and kids’ crafts. Adults will enjoy shopping for handmade crafts, homemade preserves and pickles, and a bake sale. Concessions will also be available. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 12, Presbyterian Church of the Lakes, 4700 Lincoln Ave, Orlando, free, pcol.org/ fall-festival.

Craft Fair: Featuring Christmas décor, hand painted items, crochet and knitted pieces, jewelry and more. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 12, Jessie Brock Community Center, 310 N. Dillard St., Winter Garden, admission is free, 407-656-4155.

Nehrling Gardens Holiday Amaryllis Festival: There will be nature-themed vendors, food, music and crafts for the children. A great holiday photo opportunity on the front porch of the historic home and amaryllis bulbs and other plants for sale. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 10, Nehrling Gardens, 2267 Hempel Ave., Gotha, free, donations accepted, 407-445-9977.

Violectric Holiday Show: Attendees are encouraged to bring their pets and a pet supply to donate to Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available for meet-andgreets and family and pet photos, plus more surprises. 7 p.m. Dec. 10, Walt Disney Amphitheater at Lake Eola Park, 99 N. Rosalind Ave., Orlando, free, 407-246-2121.

Learn to Line Dance: Learn the basic steps of line dancing to fun, easy dances and upbeat music. 2 p.m.

Sundays, Lake Island Hall, 450 Harper St., Winter Park, $5, 407-592-7835.

Griefshare: Open to anyone (adults) who has experienced the death of a family member or friend. 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays, Calvary Orlando, 1199 Clay St., Winter Park, $20 for materials, 407644-1199 to register.

Plant Clinic: Orange County residents can bring their samples and plant-related questions to be answered by UF/IFAS Extension Master Gardener volunteers. 9 a.m.-noon Tuesdays, UF/ IFAS Mid-Florida Research Education Center, 2725 Binion Road, Apopka; or 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. weekdays, UF/ IFAS Extension Orange County, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, free, 407-254-9200 or email OrangeCoMGV@ ifas.ufl.edu.

Fannie’s Friends support group:

Fannie’s Friends is a virtual support group for adult daughters and granddaughters caring for those living with dementia. Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s & Dementia Resource Center. 6 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month and 1 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of the month. Email infor@ adrccares.org for link to join. 407-436-7750.

Greater Orlando Cribbage Club:

Nine games are played. Part of the American Cribbage Congress. 6:30 p.m. Thursdays through May, Elks Club, 4755 Howell Branch Road, Winter Park, $13 per night, 407-580-6696 or email clchasema13@gmail. com.

Men Only Alzheimer’s Caregiver Online Support Group:

Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s & Dementia Resource Center. 10 a.m. the third Tuesday of the month on Zoom. Email info@ adrccares.org to join. 407436-7750.

Greater Orlando Orchid Society:

6:30-9:30 p.m. the third Thursday of the month, Beardall Senior Center, 800

S. Delaney Ave., Orlando, guests welcome, greaterorlandoorchidsociety.com.

Tai chi and qigong classes:

Learn how to improve wellness, range of motion, breathing capacity and many other benefits. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mondays and Fridays, Winter Park Presbyterian Church, 400 S. Lakemont Ave., Winter Park, $10 per class, info@ mindandbodyexercises.com, 407-234-0119.

Central Florida African Violet Society:

10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of the month, September through May, with informal meetings June through August, Beardall Senior Center, 800 S. Delaney Ave., Orlando, free, 407-246-4440.

Tai chi and qigong classes:

Learn how to improve wellness, range of motion, breathing capacity and many other benefits. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Thursdays, The University Club of Winter Park, 841 N. Park Ave., Winter Park, $10 per class, info@ mindandbodyexercises.com, 407-234-0119.

TOPS Club Inc. (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly): 9-10 a.m. Saturdays, Eastland Baptist Church, 9000 Lake Underhill Road, Orlando, first visit free, then $5 monthly dues, 985-513-2866.

Knitting/Crochet Classes:

Free instruction. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Yarn is provided. 3:30-5 p.m. Wednesdays, St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 4851 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando, free, email care@st.lukes.org or call 407-876-4991, Ext. 262.

Duplicate Bridge: Intermediate bridge classes are being offered followed by an ACBL sanctioned game. 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. Sundays, Orlando Metropolitan Bridge Center, 756 Bennett Road, Orlando, $15 includes pizza, lesson, and game, 407-895-1943 or email davidjloeb@gmail.com.

Central Florida Fruit Society:

Learn about growing and enjoying fruit in Central Florida. Discover new species and varieties of ambrosial fruits from around the world and grown locally. 6:30-8:30 p.m. the third Monday of the month, Harry P. Leu Gardens 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, free, JenC@CentralFloridaFruitSociety.org.

Central Florida Stamp Club:

Meetings include auctions and informative lectures. 6 p.m. the first and third Thursdays of the month, Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St., Orlando, free, 407-889-0528.

‘FashionAbility’ American Sewing Guild, Orlando Chapter:

A group dedicated specifically to the art and skill of garment sewing. All levels welcome. 10:30 a.m.noon the fourth Thursday of the months of October, January, April, and July, The Sewing Studio, 9605 U.S. Highway 17-92, Maitland, first two visits are free, then ASG membership is required, 407-697-0882.

TOPS Club Inc. (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly): 7 p.m. Thursdays, Delaney Street Baptist Church, 1919 Delaney Ave., Orlando, first visit is free, 407-898-6215.

Tai Chi for Health: Featuring simple Tai Chi forms and qi gong (energy work). Call for location and COVID restrictions. 9-10 a.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 1st Unitarian Church of Orlando, 1901 E. Robinson St., Orlando, $5 facility fee donation requested but not required, 407-701-3357.

Male Alzheimer’s caregivers group:

The Men’s Breakfast Club is an informal and unstructured gathering of male caregivers. Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s & Dementia Resource Center. 10 a.m. the first Thursday of the month, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery, 701 E. State Road 434, Winter Springs, free, buy your own food, adrccares.org/adrc-events/ or 407-436-7750.

United States Submarine Veterans, Central Florida Chapter:

Open to all Navy personnel and veterans who are qualified in submarines. Guests are welcome at meetings. Meetings are held both in person or Zoom. 7 p.m. the fourth Thursday of every month, Casselberry Veterans Club, 200 Concord Drive, Casselberry, 407-9209347 or email jmack349@ gmail.com.

PASOS (Parents and Spouses of Suicide) Grief Support Group:

A program of the nonprofit First Nature Foundation, offers a virtual Zoom meeting twice monthly (for safety during the pandemic), the first and third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. The group is facilitated and supported by a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with grief counseling experience. If you

are interested in participating as a parent or spouse of suicide, email kerul@ firstnaturefoundation.org. There is no charge to join. Donations are not required but are welcome.

Italian American Social Club of Central Florida:

All nationalities are welcome. Dinner dances, with live bands, 6-10 p.m. every second and fourth Saturday ($40 for members, $45 for guests, includes open bar); Italian American Social Club of Central Florida, 5900 Hibiscus Road, Orlando, 407-273-2830.

Bingo: Proceeds benefit the Bahia Shrine Center Apopka. Doors open at 4 p.m. Early bird games start at 6 p.m., regular games at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. Bahia Shrine Center 3101 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, 407-660-8811, Ext. 306.

Young Adult Grief Group:

Presented by New Hope for Kids. This safe virtual setting is designed to provide young adults, ages 19-25, with an environment where they will be supported by peers and can participate in conversations to help them heal and adjust to their new normal. Group meets 7:30-9 p.m. every other Wednesday. Registration is required to attend. Call Dana Duffie, 407-331-3059, Ext. 10.

Joseph Rassel of the Sentinel staff compiled this report. To submit an item, email communityevents@ orlandosentinel.com.