Things To Do
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Today
♦Chairs 4 Charity: Auction of upcycled furniture designed by local artists benefiting the Mustand Seed of Central Florida. p.m., Sheraton Orlando North Hotel, 600 N. Lake Destiny Road, Maitland, $75, information: 407-875-2040.
♦Senior Health Fair: Presented by Community Education & Resource Affiliation, Inc. Approximately 50 vendors will be providing information related to health and wellness for seniors. There will be live entertainment and door prizes. From 9 a.m to noon, Casselberry Recreation Center, 200 N. Triplet Lake Drive, Casselberry, free, details: 407-262-7700.
♦Introduction to the
Sewing Machine: Learn about sewing safety, basic sewing machine skills and stitching seams. 11 a.m., West Oaks branch of the Orange County Library System, 1821 E. Silver Star Road, Ocoee, free, information: 407-835-7323.
♦Baroque and Beyond: Sponsored by Performing Arts of Maitland. The Baroque Chamber Orchestra will perform. 8 p.m., Blue Bamboo Center for the Arts. 1905 Kentucky Ave., Winter Park, $15, 321-303-1404.
♦The Wedding Singer: Musical adaptation of the Adam Sandler comedy. 8 p.m. today-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday, Melon Patch Theater, 311 N. 13th St., Leesburg, $9-$18, information: 352- 787-3013.
Saturday
♦Animalversary: Bounce houses, bake sale, vendors and animal encounters. Proceeds benefit the care of local wildlife being rehabilitated at to Nature Wildlife Refuge. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge, 10525 Clapp Simms Duda Road, Orlando, admission is free, $5 donation for wildlife walk, 407-568-5138.
♦Central Florida Top
Brewer Beer Fest: Unlimited beer samples provided by more than 20 breweries and a beer competition. 1-5 p.m., Lake Concord Park, 95 Triplet Lake Drive, Casselberry, admission is $35 (21 or older), information: 407-262-7700.
♦Charity Challenge
XXXIII: 100 teams compete in six athletic events to raise money for local charities. From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Camping World Stadium, 1 Citrus Bowl Place, Orlando, free, 407-339-3888.
♦Rhythms at the Roost:
Altamonte Springs' Friday night concert series featuring the NOLA Brass band. 6-10 p.m., Cranes Roost Park, 274 Cranes Roost Blvd., Altamonte Springs, free admission, details: 407-571-8180.
♦World Bird Day - Celebrating the Swallow-tailed
Kite: Meet “Scooter” the swallow-tailed kite and learn about the 5,000-mile migration these birds make to Brazil. There also will be family activities and children’s crafts. Bring a camera. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Avian Reconditioning Center, 323 W. Lester Road, Apopka, free, donations appreciated, information: 407-461-1056.
♦Unleashed, Uncorked,
Unframed: An evening with wines, gourmet cuisine, auction, and a private art sale. All proceeds benefit Franklin’s Friends and local animal welfare. Cocktail attire suggested. 6:30-10:30 p.m., Orlando Science Center, 777 E. Princeton St., Orlando, $125 per person; $175 per VIP ticket, 407-461-1768.
♦Water safety event:
“S.O.S. - Splash for Our Kids’ Safety” helps reinforce water safety throughout the community. Activities include safety demonstrations, games, CPR demonstrations, activities and hand outs. From noon to 5 p.m., Chris Lyle Aquatic Center, 3001 17th St., St. Cloud, admission: $3 for Osceola County residents, $4 for non-residents, information: 407-957-7243.