PARKS & GARDENS
COMEDY
Empowering Night of Laughter: This is an annual all-female standup comedy show. 6 p.m.; Jan. 19; Quantum Leap Winery, 1312 Wilfred Drive in Orlando; eventbrite. com
Comedian and “Moonshiner” Killer Beaz: 8 p.m.; Jan. 19-20; Porky’s Comedy Club, 4249 13th St. in St. Cloud; $25; 800-285-1377; eventbrite.com
Tyler Fischer: 7 p.m.; Jan. 21; Orlando Improv Comedy Club, 9101 International Drive, Suite 2310 in Orlando; $32-$62; 407-480-5233; theimprovorlando.com
“A Better Trip” with Shane Mauss: 6:30 p.m., 9 p.m. Jan. 24; Fringe ArtSpace, 54 W. Church St., Suite 201 in Orlando; $25-$35; orlandofringe. thundertix.com
David Nihill: 8 p.m.; Jan. 25; Orlando Improv Comedy Club, 9101 International Drive, Suite 2310 in Orlando; $32-$42; 407-480-5233; theimprovorlando.com
CARS & TRUCKS
Cars and Coffee: The event is every third Saturday. 8 a.m.; Jan. 20; AdventHealth Park, 1919 E. State Road 50 in Clermont; carsandcoffeeevents. com
Fired-Up Fridays: All makes, models and years of show-car quality are welcome at the car and truck event. 5 p.m.; Jan. 19; The Promenade at Sunset Walk, 3251 Margaritaville Blvd. in Kissimmee; free; 407-3384811; sunsetwalk.com
Friday Night Frenzy: 6 p.m.; Jan. 19; Orlando Speedworld Dragway, 19164 E. Colonial Drive in Orlando; $15 general admission, $25 to race; carsandcoffeeevents.com
Friday Night Muscle Car Show and Cruise: 3 p.m.; Jan. 19; Old Town Kissimmee, 2843 Old Town Blvd. in Kissimmee; carsandcoffeeevents.com
Old Town Car Show: The Wednesday themed car show features specific models or makes of cars and trucks. 5 p.m.; Jan. 24; Old Town, 2843 Old Town Blvd. in Kissimmee; carsandcoffeeevents.com
Saturday Night Old Town Classic Car Show: 1 p.m.; Jan. 20; Old Town Kissimmee, 2843 Old Town Blvd. in Kissimmee; carsandcoffeeevents.com
Slamford Thursdays: The event is open to mini-trucks, sport trucks, lowered trucks and custom show trucks, vans and SUVs. 6 p.m.; Jan. 25; Henry’s Depot Food Hall, 212 W. First St. in Sanford; carsandcoffeeevents.com
Whoop Azz Wednesday:
6 p.m.; Jan. 24; Orlando Speedworld Dragway, 19164 E. Colonial Drive in Orlando; $15 general admission, $10 more to race. carsandcoffeeevents.com
FOOD
Brunch Fiesta with Live Music: Enjoy Mexican brunch specialties, margaritas, OJ mimosas and live music. 11 a.m.; Jan. 21; Solita Tacos & Margaritas, 222 S. Orange Ave. in Orlando; free; 520440-4916; eventvesta.com
Deep Dish Pizza Cooking Class: Noon; Jan. 20; UNO Pizzeria & Grill, 8250 International Drive in Orlando; eventbrite.com
Flamenco Fridays: Enjoy Spanish tapas and shareable pans of paella while flamenco dancers entertain. 7:30 p.m.; Jan. 19; Jaleo Disney Springs, 1482 E. Buena Vista Drive in Orlando; jaleo.com
Local Live Music and Meals: Mexican specialist serves tacos, wood-fired dishes and craft cocktails. 6 p.m.; Jan. 19-20; Solita Tacos & Margaritas, 222 S. Orange Ave. in Orlando; 520-440-4916
Little Chef: P is for Polar Bear: Adult participation is required. Space is limited and registration is required. 11:15 a.m.; Jan. 19; Orange County Library, Hiawassee Branch, 7391 W. Colonial Drive in Orlando; free; 407-835-7323; attend.ocls.info
Savor the Moment: A Cooking Experience With Chef Eddie: 7 p.m.; Jan. 24; LunaFit Fresh, 1830 Longwood-Lake Mary Road, #1000 in Longwood; eventbrite.com
Vegan Game Night: Join in an evening of food, games and conversation. 6 p.m.; Jan. 19; V’s Diner, 908 State Road 436 in Casselberry; $17-$20
FESTIVALS & FAIRS
Orlando Beer Week: 10 a.m.; Jan. 19-25; Gravity Taproom, 777 N. Orange Ave., Suite D in Orlando; 407-420-0479
Audubon Park Community Market: 5 p.m.; Jan. 22; Stardust Video & Coffee, 1842 Winter Park Road in Orlando; stardustvideoandcoffee. wordpress.com
Renningers Antiques and Collectors Extravaganza:
9 a.m.; Jan. 19-21; Renningers Flea Market, 20651 U.S. Highway 441 in Mount Dora; $4-$15; facebook.com
Mardi Gras German Style: 5:30 p.m.; Jan. 20; German American Society of Central Florida, 381 Orange Lane in Casselberry; $10-$30; 407-834-0574; orlandogermanclub.com
Black Faculty and Staff Association Heritage Jubilee 2024: 7 p.m.; Jan. 19; Seminole State College, 100 Weldon Blvd. in Sanford; free; 407-708-2080
Beer Week Kickoff Party: 6 p.m.; Jan. 19; A La Cart, 609 Irvington Ave. in Orlando; facebook.com
College Park Makers Market: Noon; Jan. 21; Good Crowd Shop, 2812 Edgewater Drive in Orlando; free; 407555-5555
Food Truck Rally and Market: 6 p.m.; Jan. 19; RockPit Brewing, 10 W. Illiana St. in Orlando; free; 407-555-5555
ReptiCon: 9 a.m. Jan. 20-21; Central Florida Fairgrounds, 4603 W. Colonial Drive in Orlando; zoomed.com
Florida Storytelling Festival: Jan. 25-28; Lakeside Inn, 100 N. Alexander St. in Mount Dora; $140-$185; mountdora. com
Lady Lake Farmers Market: 9 a.m.; Jan. 23; Rolling Acres Sports Complex, 260 Rolling Acres Road in Lady Lake; local.aarp.org
Lake Mary Farmers Market: 9 a.m.; Jan. 20; Central Park at City Hall, 100 N. Country Club Road in Lake Mary; free; 407-585-1460; facebook. com
Maitland Farmers Market: 9 a.m.; Jan. 21; Independence Square, 1776 Independence Lane in Maitland; free; 407539-6223; itsmymaitland. com
Mount Dora Village Market: 10 a.m.; Jan. 21; 230 N. Alexander St. in Mount Dora; mountdora.com
Orlando Farmers Market: 10 a.m.; Jan. 21; Lake Eola Park, 195 N. Rosalind Ave. in Orlando; orlando.gov
FUNDRAISERS
The Amazing Acro-Cats Orbit: 7 p.m.; Jan. 24-25; Orlando Family Stage, 1001 E. Princeton St. in Orlando; $20-$75; 678-544-8329; rockcatsrescue.org
Florida S.M.a.S.H. Beer Festival: 1 p.m.; Jan. 20; Reiter Park, 311 W. Warren Ave. in Longwood; eventbrite. com
Science on Tap: Hop in for brews, food and science while supporting a good cause. Noon; Jan. 20; Loch Haven Park, 812 E. Rollins St. in Orlando; $30-$90; 407514-2000; osc.org
BingOMG! Ritz Theater Bingo: Have fun and support the nonprofit organization. 7 p.m.; Jan. 23; Dees Brothers Brewery, 210 S. Magnolia Ave. in Sanford; free; 407-321-8111; ritztheatersanford.com
MOVIES
“12 Monkeys”: The event features a discussion with Dr. James Cooney about time travel. 11 a.m.; Jan. 20; Enzian Theater, 1300 S. Orlando Ave. in Maitland; 407-629-1088; enzian.org
LITERARY ARTS
Library Story Time: The event is every Friday and features stories, song, dance and play for ages 6-under, but all ages are welcome. 11 a.m.; Jan. 19; Minneola Library, 100 S. Main Ave. in Minneola; 352-253-6180; mylakelibrary.org
Boozy Book Fair: Writer’s Block Bookstore in partnership with Serendipity Labs: 4 p.m.; Jan. 25; Lake Eola Park, 195 N. Rosalind Ave. in Orlando; eventbrite.com
Kids and Teens Book Fair: 10 a.m.; Jan. 20; 512 Eola Parkway in Orlando; eventbrite.com
Orange County Library System Writers Conference: The online event provides tools and knowledge to reach writing and publishing goals. 4 p.m. Jan. 19; 10 a.m. Jan. 20; Orlando; free; 407-835-7323; ocls.info
Tales from the Farm, Presented by the Central Florida Fair: Hear a story and enjoy an animal meet and greet. Students receive a free fair ticket. Orange County Library, multiple days, times and branches; free; 407-835-7323; ocls.info
In-Person Event with Author Robyn Carr: Join Writer’s Block Bookstore in celebrating Carr’s latest book, “The Friendship Club.” 6 p.m.; Jan. 23; Quantum Leap Winery, 1312 Wilfred Drive in Orlando; $36; eventbrite. com
Mayor Buddy’s Book Club: Ages 8-12 engage in discussion and fun activities with the latest read,“Swim Team” by Johnnie Christmas, in this online event. 4 p.m.; Jan. 24; Orange County Library; free; 407-835-7323; attend.ocls. info
How to Write a Grant Proposal For Your Nonprofit: This is an online event. Noon; Jan. 25; Mount Dora; 352-399-0050; mountdora. com
Mike Gunter, PhD: Climate Travels: 7 p.m.; Jan. 25; Maitland Public Library, 501 Maitland Ave. South in Maitland; free; 407-647-7700; maitlandpubliclibrary.org
FAMILY
Kids’ DIY-U Workshop: My First Toolbox: 10 a.m.; Jan. 20; Lowe’s Home Improvement, several area locations; free; lowes.com
Saturday Night Out: Parents can drop off kids from 6-11 p.m. 6 p.m.; Jan. 20; Rosen Event Center, 11184 S. Apopka-Vineland Road in Orlando; 407-387-5330; rosenjcc.org
Sensory Sunday: Florida’s Artistic Wonders: Explore how crunchy shells, squishy clay and vibrant colors can be used to create art. Noon; Jan. 21; Orange County Regional History Center, 65 E. Central Blvd. in Orlando; $6-$8; 407-836-8500; thehistorycenter.org
Family Fun Day: 9 a.m.; Jan. 21; WonderWorks Orlando, 9067 International Drive in Orlando; $22; 407-3518800; wonderworksorlando. centeredgeonline.com
Navigating the Rainbow Road: Parenting program for parents and caregivers of LGBTQ+ youths. 5 p.m.; Jan. 24; 26Health, 801 N. Magnolia Ave. in Orlando; free; 321-800-2922, Ext. 1114; fundraise.givesmart.com
KIDS
After-School Program: Kids get homework help and tutors to help complete school assignments before they get home. 3 p.m.; Jan. 19, Jan. 22-25; Rosen Event Center, 11184 S. Apopka-Vineland Road in Orlando; 407-387-5330; rosenjcc.org
Mindful Play Learning: Yoga for Preschoolers: Each session is themed and playfully uses yoga and imagination to teach ages 3-5 social-emotional skills, support cognitive development and enhance creativity. 10:15 a.m.; Jan. 23; Orange County Library, Eatonville Branch, 200 E. Kennedy Blvd.. in Eatonville; free; 407-835-7323; ocls.info
Attracting Pollinators with Herbs and Vegetables: 2 p.m.; Jan. 19; UF/IFAS Extension Orange County, 6021 S. Conway Road in Orlando; ocextension.eventbrite.com
77th Annual Camellia Show: 10 a.m.; Jan. 20; Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 S. Denning Drive in Winter Park; events.cityofwinterpark.org
Vegetable Garden in Pots: 2 p.m.; Jan. 23; Hart Memorial Central Library, 211 E. Dakin Ave. in Kissimmee; eventbrite.com
Pest Identification: 10 a.m.; Jan. 20; Quail Hollow Community Garden, 1716 Woodcrest Blvd. in Kissimmee; eventbrite.com
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Mid-Florida Milers Orlando South Walk: Choose a 5K or 10K and walk at your own pace. 8:30 a.m.; Jan. 20; Beardall Senior Center parking lot, 800 Delaney Ave. in Orlando; $4; 407-222-8118; midfloridamilers.org
PURSUITS & HOBBIES
TNA Wrestling presents iMPACT! Live: 7 p.m.; Jan. 19-20; events center at Osceola Heritage Park, 1901 Chief Osceola Trail in Kissimmee; $35-$105; tnawrestling.com
Standard Flower Show, Love Our Green Florida: 2 p.m. Jan. 19, 10 a.m. Jan. 20; Orlando Garden Club, 710 E. Rollins St. in Orlando; free; 407-894-2250; orlandogardenclub.org
Working with CNCs: Get advice and guidance on CNC routing and V-Carve. 1 p.m.; Jan. 19; Rockler Woodworking and Hardware, 515 E. Altamonte Drive, Suite 1018 in Altamonte Springs; eventbrite.com
Elementary Math Tutoring Help: 11 a.m.; Jan. 20; Orange County Library, South Trail Branch, 4600 S. Orange Blossom Trail in Orlando; free; 407-835-7323; attend. ocls.info
Plan for Success Networking and Educational Event: 9:30 a.m.; Jan. 20; Rosemont Community Center, 4872 Rose Bay Drive in Orlando; eventbrite.com
Pressed Floral Art Workshop: Create a kaleidoscope of colorful botanicals in a floating frame. 6 p.m.; Jan. 19; The House on Lang, 1308 Lang Ave. in Orlando; eventbrite.com
Bookend Painting: Ages 13-up use paint and brushes to decorate a bookend to be permanently displayed in the juvenile and teen sections. 2 p.m.; Jan. 21; Orange County Library, Alafaya Branch, 12000 E. Colonial Drive in Orlando; free; 407-835-7323; attend.ocls.info
Paint Nite: The Original Paint and Sip Party: 7 p.m.; Jan. 19; Castle Hotel, 8602 Universal Blvd. in Orlando; eventbrite.com
Year of the Dragon: Ring in the new year by setting goals, engaging in themed crafts and learning about the Chinese zodiac. 10:30 a.m.; Jan. 20; Orange County Library, Fairview Shores Branch, 902 Lee Road, Suite 26 in Orlando; free; 407-8357323; ocls.info
Bingo: Doors open at 4 p.m.; early-bird play is at 5:45 p.m. and regular play at 6:45 p.m. Food service is 5:30-7:30 p.m. Cash only. Jan. 22; Orlando Elk Lodge 1079, 12 N. Primrose Drive in Orlando; $15; 407-894-1079; orlandoelks.com
Orlando Scrabble Club: The club meets on Mondays. 7 p.m.; Jan. 22; Casselberry Recreation Building, 200 N. Triplet Lake Drive in Casselberry; free; orlandoscrabble. com
Taproom Trivia: Individuals or teams are welcome. 6:30 p.m.; Jan. 24; Eden Abbey Brewing Community, 405 S. Highland St. in Mount Dora; mountdora.com
Trivia 2023: A Year in Review: 7 p.m.; Jan. 23; Wine 4 Oysters Bar & Bites, 1957 S. Alafaya Trail in Orlando; eventvesta.com
Trivia Tuesday: 7 p.m.; Jan. 23; The Corner Pizza Bar, 150 S. Magnolia Ave. in Orlando; 407-246-2555; downtownorlando.com
Trivia Tuesday: 7 p.m.; Jan. 23; Gravity Taproom, 777 N. Orange Ave., Suite D in Orlando; 407-420-0479
Ukulele Club: Bring your ukulele and join intermediate to advanced group play every Tuesday. Registration is not required. 5 p.m.; Jan. 23; Cooper Memorial Library, 2525 Oakley Seaver Drive in Clermont; 352-253-6180; mylakelibrary.org
Taproom Game Night and Live Music: Bring your games or enjoy ours. 6:30 p.m.; Jan. 25; Eden Abbey Brewing Community, 405 S. Highland St. in Mount Dora; mountdora.com
Visionary Organizers Fighting for Collective Liberation: 2:30 p.m.; Jan. 21; Renaissance Theatre Company, 415 E. Princeton St. in Orlando; free; brownpapertickets.com
Wooden Pen Turning: Learn woodturning basics while using a wood lathe to turn a custom wooden pen body for a pen hardware kit. 2 p.m.; Jan. 23; Rockler Woodworking and Hardware, 515 E. Altamonte Drive, Suite 1018 in Altamonte Springs; eventbrite.com