Pulse memorial events.
Today
PrideFest Kissimmee: A celebration grounded in welcoming, fostering awareness of, and acknowledging the impactful contributions of members from the local lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) community. Noon to 5 p.m., Kissimmee Lakefront Park, 201 Lakeview Drive, Kissimmee. Vigil in Remembrance of
Pulse: Service of word and music featuring the combined choirs of First United Methodist Church and the Cathedral Church of St. Luke (Episcopal). Concert will include music and readings on peace, hope, remembrance and reconciliation. 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church of Orlando, 142 E. Jackson St., Orlando. This service will be repeated at 5 p.m. June 11 at the Cathedral Church of St. Luke, 130 N. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. Rainbow lighting and concert: The Mall at Millenia will turn its distinctive mall lighting rainbow colors and offer #ORLANDOUNITED decals at Concierge for a donation to the Better Together Fund. The Orlando Gay Chorus will perform at 9 a.m. in front of Bloomingdale’s lower-level mall entrance. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., OneBlood will be accepting blood donations.
Sunday
“O-Town: Voices from Orlando” will debut at 7 p.m. at the Lowndes Shakespeare Center, 812 E. Rollins St., Orlando. Tickets are $20 at eventbrite.com or at the door.
Pulse Remembrance Through Music and Poetry: Local band Sugar City will perform their song “World of Love,” which was inspired by the Pulse tragedy and recorded at the Melrose Center at Orlando Public Library. In addition, local poets will read poems they composed. 2 p.m., Orlando Public Library, 101 E. Central Blvd., Orlando.
Monday
Pulse Memorial Hunger
Project: Volunteers will gather at FCE's Central Florida headquarters to package 10,000 meals for each of the 49 people lost — for a total of 490,000 meals. The nutritious meals will be distributed to the victims' home countries, helping to transform this day of despair into a day of love and service. Call to register. 4 to 6 p.m., Feeding Children Everywhere, 830 S.
Ronald Reagan Blvd., Longwood, 888-891-6447. Orlando Peace Pole Dedication: Community invited to join in re-committing to the cause of peace as a 7-foot, limestone Peace Pole is dedicated on the church campus. Reception to follow. 9:30 a.m., First United Methodist Church of Orlando, 142 E. Jackson St., Orlando. 49 Bells For Pulse Orlando: At noon, First United Methodist Church of Orlando will join churches around the world in tolling bells 49 times in memory of the Pulse victims. The We Exist Tribute to
Pulse Show: The tribute will include Expressions of Drag King & Queen Shows, spoken word and an open mic for two minute reflections from family and friends. Seating is limited. 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., Feeding Children Everywhere, 830 S. Ronald Reagan Blvd., Longwood, 888-891-6447.
The Expanded One Orlando Collection and Digital Gallery: Includes images of individual items collected at the Pulse memorial sites in their current state in preservation. Curated pieces from the One Orlando Collection will feature community artwork and international support
that was received following the tragedy. Admission to the History Center will be free for this day. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., The Orange County History Center, 65 E. Central Blvd., Orlando. Unveiling of the Sea-toSea Flag: At the request of Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs, Section 93 of the legendary Sea-to-Sea Rainbow Flag was originally displayed on June 17, 2016, at the Orange County Administration Building, in tribute to the lives taken at Pulse and in support of freedom lovers worldwide. The Sea-to-Sea Flag, which is also known as “The Sacred Cloth,” has become a globally recognized symbol of the LGBTQ movement, symbolizing acceptance, understanding, education, solidarity and inclusion. 10:30 a.m., Orange County Administration Center, 201 S. Rosalind Ave., Orlando. Reflections and Remembrance: Members of the community are welcome to visit Pulse Nightclub to honor the legacies of the 49 victims, their families and the survivors. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., there will be a ceremony including various community speakers, reflective prayers, a reading of the 49 names, a display of 49 wreaths and music by Violectric. The Inspiration Orlando mural, our Angel Force, Hang-a-Heart, Stars of Hope and comfort dogs
will be present. Orlando Love: Remembering Our Angels: The ceremony will include remarks by community leaders, musical performances by Olga Tañón and Sisaundra Lewis along with a memorial reading of the 49 names of those who were taken during the tragedy. 7 p.m., Lake Eola Park Amphitheater, 101 N. Rosalind Ave., Orlando.
Moments of Hope and Healing at Pulse Nightclub: The community is invited to conclude the evening with a series of prayers, live music, inspirational dance and reflection from 10 p.m. to midnight.
Love Rocks: Connect with others to paint river rocks with messages and symbols of love and kindness in honor of Orlando United Day. 3:30 p.m., Winter Garden branch of the Orange County Library System, 850 E. Plant St., Winter Garden, 407-835-7323.
Tuesday
Paint for Pulse: Patrons, ages 16 or older, are invited to paint their own piece of art to symbolize what the last year has meant to them and their community. Supplies will be provided. 7 p.m., Alafaya branch of the Orange County Library System, 12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 407-835-7323. Love YA!: A Celebration
of Diverse Young Adult
Literature: Reflect on the events that have impacted our community and commemorate the Pulse tragedy with a panel discussion of diverse young adult authors including Alex Sanchez, Shaun David Hutchinson and Jenny Torres Sanchez, moderated by Lauren Gibaldi. For ages 13 or older. 6 p.m., Orlando Public Library, 101 E. Central Blvd., Orlando, 407-835-7323.
Wednesday
L.O.V.E.: Lessons on Vulnerability and Empathy: Participate in a discussion and craft. For ages 18 or older. 6:30 p.m., Orlando Public Library, 101 E. Central Blvd., Orlando, 407-835-7323.
Thursday
What Has Changed?: Art show featuring works by local artists reflecting their feelings about what has changed since June 12, 2016. The Orlando Gay Chorus will perform, followed by Latin guitar/percussionists Antone Affronti and Adalberto Bravo. Participants will be invited to make short videos of themselves discussing what they think has changed in our community over the past year. 6-7:45 p.m., Orlando Public Library, 101 E. Central Blvd., Orlando, 407-835-7323.