What To Do Today
Christmas lights
The Morse Museum kicks off the holiday season with “Christmas in the Park” in Winter Park’s Central Park. The free celebration features a concert by the Bach Festival Choir and Brass Ensemble, plus the lighting of nine Tiffany windows, all starting at 6:15 p.m.
Today ♦Sondheim On Sondheim:
Selections from the songbook of the Broadway composer. 2 p.m. today and Sunday; 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Seminole State College, 100 Weldon Blvd., Sanford, $8-$10, information: 407-708-2506.
♦Christmas in the Park:
The Morse Museum of American Art will light Central Park with century-old Tiffany windows from its renowned collection at the 39th annual Christmas in the Park. The leaded-glass windows set the stage for a performance of seasonal favorites by the 160voice Bach Festival Choir, Youth Choir and Brass Ensemble, 6:15-8:30 p.m., Central Park, Park Avenue, Winter Park, free, 407-645-5311.
♦Once Upon a December:
An all-new holiday experience performed by the CFCArts Community Choir and Symphony Orchestra featuring holiday favorites. 7:30 p.m. today-Saturday, Northland Church, 530 Dog Track Road, Longwood, $10-$50, 407-937-1800.
♦1st Thursday: Art Under $200:
Original works priced for holiday shopping. 6-9 p.m., Orlando Museum of Art, 2416 N. Mills Ave., Orlando, $15, 407-896-4231.
♦Movies On Magnolia:
See “Miracle on 34th Street” (1947). 7:30 p.m., Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center, 201 S. Magnolia Ave., Sanford, $5, 407-321-8111.
♦A-Loan For The Holidays:
Comedy about a woman renting a family for the holidays. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays; 1 p.m. Sundays (through Dec. 23), Dangerous Theatre Sanford, 115 W. 1st St., Sanford, $10-$15, information: 407-358-6677.
♦Holiday Movie Night:
See “Elf ” (2003). 7-9 p.m., Cranes Roost Park, 275 Cranes Roost Blvd., Altamonte Springs, free, 407-571-8183.
Friday ♦Family Bingo Night:
Presented by the Oviedo Recreation and Parks. Prizes will be awarded to winners of each game. 6:30 p.m., Riverside Park Complex, 1600 Lockwood Blvd., Oviedo, $4 per card, per person with a five-card maximum, 407-971-5591.
Saturday ♦St. Lucia Festival:
The annual celebration of Seminole County’s Swedish heritage will include history displays, live music, Swedish decorations and food, and performances by the St. Lucia girls in traditional costumes. 1-4 p.m., Museum of Seminole County History, 300 Eslinger Way, Sanford, free, donations requested, 407-665-2489.
♦Holiday bicycle ride:
Bicycle riders will cruise 5 miles through brightly lit neighborhoods in Casselberry/Winter Park during this night-time ride. There will also be games, music and refreshments. Proceeds benefit New Hope for Kids. 4-8 p.m., South Seminole Middle School, 101 S. Winter Park Drive, Casselberry, $10 in advance, $12 the night of the event, details: 407-331-3059.
♦Dancing for Diabetes:
Proceeds go directly to the American Diabetes Association. The evening will incorporate the varied talents of dancers from several schools and dance programs. 7 p.m., Bob Carr Theater, 401 W. Livingston St., Orlando, $15-$25, 407-474-4686.
♦Holiday Celebration and Amaryllis Festival:
There will be photo opportunities with Santa and Mrs. Claus, live music, nature-themed vendors, food, gift shop, silent auction, eco activities for children and amaryllis bulbs and other plants for sale. Guests are invited to bring toys and nonperishable food items for local charities. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Nehrling Gardens, 2267 Hempel Ave., Gotha, free, donations accepted, 407-445-9977.