Spotlight event
Bridge Games: The Orlando Metropolitan Bridge Center will host three ACBLsanctioned Bridge Games. Proceeds benefit Alzheimer's disease research. Game times are 9 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. June 19, Orlando Metropolitan Bridge Center, 756 Bennett Road, Orlando, $10 entry fee for each session, 321-331-8003.
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Class
Line dance: Enjoy music and get exercise while dancing on a new ballroom floor. 10 a.m.-noon Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, Beardall Senior Center, 800 S. Delaney Ave., Orlando, $2 per class, 407-264-4440.
Line dance: 10-11:30 a.m. Saturdays for experienced dancers, Winter Park Community Center, 721 W. New England Ave., Winter Park, $5 per class, 407-592-7835.
Line dance: Enjoy music and get exercise at the same time. 3-4:30 p.m. Sundays for beginners, Azalea Lane Recreation Center, 1045 Azalea Lane, Winter Park, $5 per class, 407-592-7835.
Tai chi and chi kung: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mondays and Fridays, Winter Park Presbyterian Church, 400 S. Lakemont Ave., Winter Park, $8 per class, 407-234-0119. After work line dance: Line dance while enjoying music and getting exercise at the same time. Beginners welcome. 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Renaissance Senior Center at South Econ Community Park, 3800 S. Econlockhatchee Trail, Orlando, donation, 407-2734114.
Line dance: Learn to line dance while enjoying music and getting exercise at the same time. Beginners welcome. 10:30 a.m.-noon
Thursdays, Renaissance Senior Center at South Econ Community Park, 3800 S. Econlockhatchee Trail, Orlando, donation, 407-2734114.
Tai Chi Qigong: Learn breath practice and movement to help reduce stress, improve balance and enhance feeling of well being. No experience necessary. 8-9 a.m. Tuesdays, Loch Haven Neighborhood Center, 610 N. Lake Formosa Drive, Orlando, $8 per session, 407-896-4551. Tap dancing class for
adults: Wear hard soled shoes. 1 p.m. (advanced), 2:30 p.m. (beginners) Wednesdays, Pine Castle Woman’s Club, 5901 S. Orange Ave., Orlando, $10 per class, 407-242-3840. Okinawan Karate-Do: 7-8:30 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays, Hope Lutheran Church, 2600 N. Dean Road, Orlando, $40 per month, 407-484-5124. Computer Lessons for
Adults: Orange County Parks and Recreation offers courses through the Computer Basics and More program on how to use your PC, laptop, tablet, iPad, or Android. Topics include: email, spreadsheets, eBay buying/ selling, internet searching, and Windows Explorer. Students are encouraged to bring their own device for direct hands-on learning. Times and dates vary depending on classes. Classes are taught weekdays at South Econ Recreation Center, 3850 S. Econlockhatchee Trail, Orlando, $10-$15 per class, 407-254-9075. Starting a community garden: Learn about the ten steps to a successful community garden, what resources are available from the community and how to get started. Advance registration required. 6:30-8 p.m. June 21, Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, $5 per household, 407-254-9200.
Basics of vegetable gardening in Central Florida: Learn the basics of Florida vegetable gardening including soil preparation, adjusting soil pH, fertilizing, irrigation, pests and diseases. Advance registration required. 6-7:30 p.m. July 12, Jessie Brock Community Center, 310 N. Dillard St., Winter Garden, $5 per household, 407-254-9200. Micro-irrigation basics: Learn about retrofitting an existing irrigation system or installing a new system to micro-spray that will save money and water. Homeowners will learn the stepby-step process of converting parts of their irrigation system to micro-sprays for more efficient watering. Advance registration required. 10-11:30 a.m. July 13 and July 14, Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, $10-$30, 407-254-9200.
Basics of vegetable gardening in Central Florida: Learn the basics of Florida vegetable gardening including soil preparation, adjusting soil pH, fertilizing, irrigation, pests and diseases. Advance registration
required. 9-10:30 a.m. July 14, Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, $5 per household, 407-2549200. Children in the vegetable
garden: Learn how to garden with children and give them an understanding of and respect for nature and the outdoors. Advance registration required. 6:30-8 p.m. July 19, Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, $5 per household, 407-254-9200.
Efficient irrigation: Learn basic irrigation system maintenance with information on timers, rain shut off devices, micro-irrigation and tips on how to conserve water and save money. Each person will receive a rain gauge. Advance registration required. 6-7:30 p.m. July 25, 10-11:30 a.m. July 28, Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, $10 per household, 407-254-9200.
Orange County Sheriff's Office Civilian Police Academy: A 13-week course designed to educate residents about the many different divisions which make up the Orange County Sheriff's Office. Attendees will participate in demonstrations, instructor guided tours and question-and-answer sessions. Participants must be at least 18 years old. A background check will be performed on all applicants. There are no physical requirements. Registration deadline is Aug. 7. Visit ocso.com. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Aug. 21-Nov. 13, Orange County Sheriff's Office Central Operations Complex, 2500 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando, free, 407-254-7141.
Community
Liberty Weekend concert: Liberty Weekend features a unique concert of patriotic music and popular favorites by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra. Those attending will receive three hours of free parking. Follow blue signs to Terminal C parking garage. 7:45 p.m. June 30, Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport, 9300 Airport Blvd., Orlando, free, 407-825-2055.
Festival/Show
Coin and currency show: More than 25 coin and currency dealers will be buying, selling, and offering free
appraisals for coins, currency, gold, silver, stamps, and other collectibles. Children ages 12 or younger will receive free coins. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. July 1, Venue on the Lake: The Maitland Civic Center, 641 S. Maitland Ave., Maitland, admission is free, 407-7303116.
Craft fair: Featuring knit and crochet items, baby quilts, floral arrangements, jewelry and wooden crafts. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month, Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St., Orlando, free, 407-277-1821. Friday Festival: Featuring more than 70 local artisans of all genres, numerous Central Florida-based small businesses and nonprofit organizations with products and offerings ranging from health and fitness, to beauty and fashion, as well as community service opportunities. 5:30-9:30 p.m. the first Friday of every month, Baldwin Park, New Broad Street, Orlando, free, 407-755-6430. Fundraiser
Golf tournament: Hosted by South Orlando Baptist Church. All proceeds benefit missions ministry. 8 a.m. June 23, Hunter's Creek Golf Club, 14401 Sports Club Way, Orlando, $50 per player includes team trophies, contest trophies, and lunch, 407-592-3371. Celebrating Independence Gala 2018: The event will include more than 150 disability advocates, supporters, donors, volunteers, staff, and clients coming together to recognize the Center for Independent Living in Central Florida, Inc.’s successes of the past year and hopes for the future. Reservations required. 6:309:30 p.m. June 23, Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, $100 per individual ticket; $170 for a pair, 407-623-1070. AHA CPR/AED Course: