WHAT’S HAPPENING
Mayor’s Job Fair: Presented by the Central Florida Employment Council. More than 75 employers will be on hand. Bring resumes and dress professionally. No children. noon-4 p.m. Wednesday, Central Florida Fairgrounds, 4603 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando, free, 407-834-4022.
Outdoor
Seed swap: Bring your extra seeds packaged in small packets and labeled with the botanical name and/or common name of the plant and exchange for other seeds you need or want. Leu Gardens’ horticulture staff will check in the seeds and place them in the right category. Experts will be on hand to answer questions. 5-8 p.m. Feb. 17, Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, free, 407-246-2620.
The 16th annual event will include environmental and wildlife displays, guided tours, bird and wildlife viewing, native plant walks, wilderness hikes, live animal demonstrations, hayrides and interactive children’s activities such as tree climbing, face painting and a bounce house. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Feb. 20, Fort Christmas Historical Park, 1300 Fort Christmas Road, Christmas, free, 407-568-1706. Entomologist Christy LeDuc talk about native Florida bees followed by a catch-and-release safari. Nets will be provided. 10 a.m. Feb. 6, Oakland Nature Preserve, 747 Machete Trail, Oakland, free for ONP members, $5 for nonmembers, 407-905-0054. Orange Audubon Society is offering the class taught by OAS board member and nature photographer, Milton Heiberg, to complement the 2016 Chertok Florida Native Nature Photography Contest. The instructional sunrise shoot is designed to improve your nature photography skills. Advance registration is required. 6 a.m.-noon Feb. 13, Orlando Wetlands Park, 25155 Wheeler Road, Christmas, $70 for Audubon members, $85 for nonmembers, 407-644-0796.
Recreation
Ballroom dance class: Proceeds benefit the Elks Charity Fund. 6 p.m. intermediate/advanced, 7 p.m. beginner Tuesdays, Elks Lodge #1079, 12 N. Primrose Drive, Orlando, $10, 407-227-4883. Orange County Parks and Recreation Division is offering a beginning race walking program for ages 12 or older. Advance registration required. 8:05-9 a.m. Sundays; 5-5:55 p.m. Mondays, Magnolia Park, 2929 Binion Road, Apopka, free, 407-886-4231.
Featuring a variety of bingo and pull tab games. Proceeds benefit the Bahia Shrine Center. 5-10 p.m. Wednesdays, Bahia Shrine Center, 2300 Pembrook Drive, Orlando, packages start at $10, 407-660-8811.
Proceeds benefit church charities. Doors open 5:30 p.m. Early bird 6:15 p.m. Mondays, Incarnation Catholic Church, 1515 Edgewater Drive, Orlando, $8-$12, 407-425-1355.
Senior
Senior lifestyle guide: The Senior Resource Alliance (Area Agency on Aging of Central Florida) and the 50PlusFYI Resource Network have published an information booklet called the 50PlusFYI Lifestyle Guide. It is available for free at public libraries and senior centers in Orange, Seminole and Osceola counties. Information includes help lines, hotlines, special interest groups, support groups, health updates, legislative activity, consumer protection trends, and community events. Details: 407-265-0534 or 50plusFYI.org.
The Seniors Now Computer Learning Center offers computer courses designed for seniors and taught by seniors. The beginner course is nine hours during three weeks and covers basic email and the Internet. Advanced courses are available for email, the Internet, buying and selling on eBay, computer genealogy, word processing, digital photography, Windows 8, the iPad. and spreadsheets. Call for a schedule and an application. Fees vary depending on course. Courses are taught at Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St., Orlando (407-318-3256) and the Renaissance Senior Center, 3800 S. Econlockhatchee Road, Orlando. (407-254-9080).
The AARP Driver Safety Program’s Smart Driver Course helps participants refine driving skills and develop safe driving habits. Upon completion of the course, Florida drivers 50 or older may be eligible for vehicle insurance discounts. Registration required. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Feb. 16, March 15, April 19, Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St., Orlando, $15 for AARP members, $20 for nonmembers, 407-977-3825. The AARP Driver Safety Program’s Smart Driver Course helps participants refine driving skills and develop safe driving habits. Upon completion of the course, Florida drivers 50 or older may be eligible for vehicle insurance discounts. Registration required. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Feb. 18, March 17, April 21, Calvary Assembly, 1199 Clay St., Winter Park, $15 for AARP members, $20 for nonmembers, 407-977-3825. Board Certified Elder Law Attorney Kathleen Flammia will discuss Medicaid and veteran benefits, asset protection and estate planning. Reservations requested. 6 p.m. Feb. 17, 6 p.m. March 28, Winter Park Public Library, 460 E. New England Ave., Winter Park, free, 407-478-8700. Long-Term Care: Medicaid & VA Benefits seminar: Board Certified Elder Law Attorneys Patricia Fuller and Heather Kirson will discuss estate planning, advance directives, nursing home asset protection, Medicaid and veterans benefits. Reservations requested. 4 p.m. Feb. 16, 6 p.m. March 22, Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St., Orlando, free, 407-422-3017. The AARP Driver Safety Program’s Smart Driver Course helps participants refine driving skills and develop safe driving habits. Upon completion of the course, Florida drivers 50 or older may be eligible for vehicle insurance discounts. Registration required. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Jan. 28, Feb. 25, March 24, Renaissance Community Senior Center, 3800 S. Econlockhatchee Trail, Orlando, $15 for AARP members, $20 for nonmembers, 407-254-9070.
The speaker will be Anne Taylor from iDignity, which is an organization that assists people in obtaining government identification. 1:30 p.m. Feb. 16, Rachel D.
Murrah Civic Center, 1050 W. Morse Blvd., Winter Park, free, 407-415-3775.
The Orange County Retired Educators Association will a pot luck luncheon and a program of “Songs from the Heart” by the Winter Park High School Men’s Ensemble. 11:30 a.m. Feb. 4, College Park United Methodist Church, 644 W. Princeton St., Orlando, free, 407-677-0446.
The Florida Society of Registered Nurses Retired will meet for fellowship and speakers on current health related issues. 11:30 a.m. the third Wednesday of the month, Denny’s, 440 S. Semoran Blvd., Orlando, purchase your own meal, 407-281-1527.
The format is round robin. All levels of players are welcome. 9-11 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays, Winter Park Tennis Center, 1075 Azalea Lane, Winter Park, $7, 407-599-3445.
2 p.m. Wednesdays, Elks Lodge #1079, 12 N. Primrose Drive, Orlando, free, 407-247-9704.
Learn how to play bridge/ Call in advance. Space is limited. 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Maitland Senior Center, 345 S. Maitland Ave., Maitland, $2.50 per class, 407-539-6251.
10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Maitland Senior Center, 345 S. Maitland Ave., Maitland, $5, 407-539-6251. Learn techniques to help prevent falling. Sponsored by Saylor Physical Therapy Group. Refreshments will be provided. Advance registration required. 12:30 p.m. March 24, Maitland Senior Center, 345 S. Maitland Ave., Maitland, free, 407-539-6251. An eight-week class sponsored by Performing Arts of Maitland. Reservations required. No previous experience necessary. 11 a.m.-noon Tuesdays beginning Feb. 23, Venue on the Lake: The Maitland Civic Center, 641 S. Maitland Ave., Maitland, $40 includes all supplies, 407-766-1860. An eight-week class sponsored by Performing Arts of Maitland. Reservations required. No previous experience necessary. 9-11 a.m. Tuesdays beginning March 1, Venue on the Lake: The Maitland Civic Center, 641 S. Maitland Ave., Maitland, $35 includes all supplies, 407-766-1860.
An eight-week class sponsored by Performing Arts of Maitland. Reservations required. No previous experience necessary. 1-3