Orlando Sentinel (Sunday)

WHAT’S HAPPENING

- Joseph Rassel of the Sentinel staff compiled this report. To submit an item e-mail communitye­vents@ orlandosen­tinel.com.

illness, improve wellness and quality of life. The summit will offer mammogram screening Sept. 7-8 by appointmen­t only. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 8, Central Florida Fairground­s, 4603 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando, free, 407-648-9440.

Kids & Family

Movieola at Lake Eola Park: Movies at Leu Gardens: available. 8:30 p.m. Aug. 3 (”Black Panther” rated PG-13); Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, $6 for adults, $3 for children, free for Leu members, 407-246-2620.

Library

Community Volunteer Fair: Open to teens and adults. Explore volunteer opportunit­ies and meet people from a variety of local organizati­ons to find a volunteer match that works for you. Organizati­ons include: Cornell Fine Arts Museum; Volunteers for Community Impact; Catch a Healthy Habit; Winter Park Day Nursery; Mead Garden; Seniors First; Hospice of the Comforter; Neighbors Network; Read 2 Succeed; Orlando Fringe; Westminste­r Winter Park; Fleet Farming; Orange County History Center. 1-3 p.m. Aug. 9, Winter Park Public Library free, 407-623-3300.

“Race: The Power of an Illusion” documentar­y screening: A three-part PBS documentar­y series that investigat­es and challenges the concept of race in society, science and history. Following each screening, there will be a discussion about the myths associated with race. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays, Aug. 13-27, Orlando Public Library, 101 E. Central Blvd., Orlando, free, 407-835-7323.

Outdoor

Adopt a Tree: Sponsored by UF/IFAS Extension Orange County. One tree per household is available to Orange County residents. Bring proof of residency. 8-11 a.m. Aug. 4, Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, free, 407-254-9200.

Walk: The Mid-Florida Milers Walking Club, a member of the American Volkssport Associatio­n, is sponsoring a walk through Tibet-Butler Preserve. The 438-acre preserve offers miles of pristine hiking trails and is home of the Vera Carter Environmen­tal Center which provides a variety of exhibits and displays. Two distances available: 10K (6.2 miles) or 5K (3.1 miles). Start between 8:30-10 a.m. Aug. 18, Tibet-Butler Preserve, 8777 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Orlando, $3 for club members who want credit; free for all others, 407-695-9181.

Recreation

Line dance: Proceeds benefit the Elks/Does Charity Fund. 6-8 p.m. Thursdays, Elks Lodge #1079, 12 N. Primrose Drive, Orlando, $5, 407-247-9704.

Square and line dancing: 7:15 p.m. workshop for plus figures, 8-10 p.m. mainstream square dance with line dances between tips, Wednesdays, Whirl and Twirl Dance Club, 6949 Venture Circle, Orlando, $7, 407-678-8058.

Round and square dancing: 7:30 p.m. early rounds, 8-10 p.m. plus square dance with rounds between tips, Fridays, Whirl and Twirl Dance Club, 6949 Venture Circle, Orlando, $7, 407-678-8058.

Senior

Smarter Senior Seminar Series: Learn about home services. Reservatio­ns required. Light refreshmen­ts will be served. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Aug. 1, Herndon branch of the Orange County Library System, 4324 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, free, 407-340-5291.

AARP Smart Driver Vehicle Technology Workshop: Learn how to use the technology to keep you safe and driving enjoyable. Understand your car's new gadgets, such as back up cameras, drowsy driver alert, blind spot and forward collision warnings, automatic parking and emergency response systems, lane departure warning and smart headlights. Receive a vehicle Technology Checklist to use when shopping for a new car or for features that may already be in your car. Advance registrati­on required. 1:30-3 p.m. Oct. 17, Renaissanc­e Senior Center at South Econ Community Park, 3800 S. Econlockha­tchee Trail, Orlando, $5, 877-805-4115.

Card games: Play a variety of games. 1-4 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Goldenrod Civic Club, 4763 Palmetto Ave., Winter Park, free, 407-657-6862.

Senior lifestyle guide: The Senior Resource Alliance (Area Agency on Aging of Central Florida) and the 50PlusFYI Resource Network have published an informatio­n booklet called the 50PlusFYI Lifestyle & Resource Guide. It is available for free at public libraries and senior centers in Orange, Seminole and Osceola counties. Informatio­n includes help lines, hotlines, special interest groups, legislativ­e activity, consumer protection trends, and community events. Details: 407-265-0534 or 50plusFYI.org.

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