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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, 407-246-4440.
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.
Beekeeping 101: Learn the basic considerations and “buzz words” for potential beekeepers: legal aspects, space needs, risks, equipment needed, startup costs and time requirements for hive maintenance. Advance registration required. 6-8 p.m. Aug. 22, Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, $12 per person, 407-254-9200.
The Basics of Succulents, Cacti, and Xeriscaping: This class will cover the basics of growing succulents and cacti and the art of xeriscaping. Discover which plants do well in Florida, as well as winter versus summer care. Advance registration required. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 25, Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, $10 for members,
$16 for nonmembers, 407246-2620.
Fall lawn care: Learn the four varieties of southern turfgrasses as well as their advantages and disadvantages. Included will be a discussion of pest management and the use of pesticides to include insecticides, herbicides and fungicides. Advance registration required. 9-10:30 a.m. Sept. 8, Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, $5 per household, 407-2549200.
Sailing: Learn basic sailing skills and terminology from instructors of the Central Florida Community Sailing Program. The course consists of three weeknight classroom sessions from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and three “on the water” Saturday sessions on Lake Baldwin from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Students must be age 16 or older unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. Reservations required. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays beginning Sept. 11, Orlando Fashion Square, 3201 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, $155 includes book, 407-645-1892.
Fall lawn care: Learn the four varieties of southern turfgrasses as well as their advantages and disadvantages. Included will be a discussion of pest management and the use of pesticides to include insecticides, herbicides and fungicides. Advance registration required. 6-7:30 p.m. Sept. 13, Jessie Brock Community Center, 310 N. Dillard St., Winter Garden, $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. Sept. 18, Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, $10 per household, 407-254-9200. Growing herbs in the home vegetable garden: Learn about those that will grow successfully and when to plant them in the Central Florida garden. Advance registration required. 6:30-8 p.m. Sept. 20, Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, $5 per household, 407-2549200.
Festival/Show
Coin and currency show: The Central Florida Coin Club’s semiannual event will feature more than 100 dealers buying, selling and trading a variety of coins and currency. Two grading companies will be on the premises accepting submissions and offering appraisals. Visitors will receive a free coin. Noon- 6 p.m. Sept. 13, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sept. 14, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 15, Central Florida Fairgrounds, 4603 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando, admission and parking are free, 407-657-6440. Antiques and collectibles sale: The Maitland Woman’s Club event will feature antiques, collectibles, jewelry, and crafts. Proceeds benefit charitable projects. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 22, Venue on the Lake: The Maitland Civic Center, 641 S. Maitland Ave., Maitland, admission is free, 407-6995731.
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
Divas, with Michael
Andrew in concert: Popular singer and bandleader Michael Andrew hosts and performs, with returning Divas Miss Jacqueline Jones, Michelle Amato and Suzy Park. Bob Frier of FOX 35 is host. The event includes heavy hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. There will be a silent auction. Proceeds will benefit the Steinway Society of Central Florida. 5:30 p.m. cocktail reception, followed by the concert from 6:308:30 p.m. today, Orlando Museum of Art, 2416 N. Mills Ave., Orlando, $50 for Steinway members, $60 for nonmembers, 407-339-3771.
Orchid auction: Sponsored by the Greater Orlando Orchid Society. Orchids will be available for preview from 6-6:30 p.m. Auction begins at 6:45 p.m. Aug. 21, Beardall Senior Center, 800 S. Delaney Ave., Orlando, admission is free, 407-695-2122. Designer Bag Bingo for Special Olympics: Each ticket includes cards for all eight games where you can win a designer purse. There will also be a 50/50 drawing and raffle. Proceeds benefit the Special Olympics - Seminole County. 7 p.m. Aug. 24, Knights of Columbus Hall, 5727 Cornelia Ave., Orlando, $30 in advance, $35 at the door, 407-616-4611.
“All That Jazz!”: The Central Florida Jazz Society will host its annual Music Scholarship Fundraiser and kickoff to its 2018-2019 Concert Season. Featuring a buffet and dancing to the live music of The Orlando Jazz Orchestra. There will also be a silent auction. All proceeds go to scholarships for jazz students in high school and college. 4-8 p.m. Aug. 26, Hilton Inn, 350 S. Northlake Blvd., Altamonte Springs, $55 per person, 407-6991871. Tea and fashion show: Sponsored by the Presbyterian Women of Oakland Presbyterian Church in the Christian Life Center. Hostesses will use a favorite television show as an inspiration for their table decorations. Fashions provided by Em’z on Fifth in Mount Dora. There will also be a raffle and a Little Ladies’ Tea for girls ages 4-10, with activities and food especially designed for them. Proceeds will benefit the Missions Fund and Youth Fellowship of OPC. 2-4:30 p.m. Sept. 29, Oakland Presbyterian Church, 218 E. Oakland Ave., Oakland, $15 for adults, $10 for children, 407-877-3525. Orlando Creepy Crawl 5K and Vampire Mile: Hosted by the Hemophilia Foundation of Greater Florida, proceeds will support programs for Florida’s bleeding disorders community including the medically supervised summer Camp Spirit, family support weekends, scholarships, advocacy efforts, health educational programs and financial emergency assistance. 5 p.m. Oct. 27, Harbor Park, 4990 New Broad St., Orlando, $15-$35, 407-629-0000. AHA CPR/AED Course: Presented by Angelmedic CPR. Proceeds will be used to purchase an AED for the church. 1-4 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays, New Life Community Church of Nazarene, 6508 Edgewater Drive, Orlando, $55, 321-347-2675.
Health
Movement as Medicine
for Parkinson’s: Presented by The Florida Hospital Parkinson Outreach Center,