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directives, nursing home asset protection, Medicaid and veterans benefits. Reservations requested. 6 p.m. Nov. 13, 10 a.m. Dec. 11, Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St., Orlando, free, 407-422-3017.

AARP Winter Park Chapter 1047: There will be a guest speaker from the Winter Park Police Department. 1:30 p.m. Nov. 20, Aloma Methodist Church, 3045 Aloma Ave., Winter Park, free, 407-671-8393.

Senior Survival seminar: Board Certified Elder Law Attorney Kathleen Flammia will discuss Medicaid and veteran benefits, asset protection and estate planning. Reservations requested. 6 p.m. Dec. 12, Winter Park Public Library, 460 E. New England Ave., Winter Park, free, 407-478-8700.

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 Stretch: A weekly, yoga-based stretch class for participants age 65 or older featuring a variety of physical movements to increase flexibility, balance and strength. These exercises are designed to improve day to day function for seniors. 10 a.m. Thursdays, Florida Hospital Health Village Fitness Center, 2520 N. Orange Ave., Suite 101, Orlando, $5, 407-303-2552.

Computer classes for seniors: The Seniors Now Computer Learning Center offers computer courses designed for seniors and taught by seniors but any age is welcome. Apple workshops are available for help on any Apple product such as iPads, iPhones or Apple computers (even the Apple watch). Windows workshops are available for help on any Windows product. No prior computer experience is necessary for the Introduction to Computers course which is nine hours over three weeks and covers basic email and the Internet using Windows 10. Advanced classes are available for email, the Internet, buying and selling on eBay, computer genealogy, word processing, digital photography and spreadsheets. Times and fees vary depending on classes and week. Courses are taught at Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St., Orlando, 407-318-3256.

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.

Driver safety program: The AARP Driver Safety Program’s Smart Driver Course helps participants refine driving skills and develop safe driving habits. Upon completion of the course, Florida drivers 50 or older may be eligible for vehicle insurance discounts. Advance registration required. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Dec. 8, Beardall Senior Center, 800 S. Delaney Ave., Orlando, $15 for AARP members, $20 for nonmembers, 407-246-4440.

Driver safety program: The AARP Driver Safety Program’s Smart Driver Course helps participants refine driving skills and develop safe driving habits. Upon completion of the course, Florida drivers 50 or older may be eligible for vehicle insurance discounts. Advance registration required. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Nov. 20, Dec. 18, Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St., Orlando, $15 for AARP members, $20 for nonmembers, 407-977-3825.

Driver safety program: The AARP Driver Safety Program’s Smart Driver Course helps participants refine driving skills and develop safe driving habits. Upon completion of the course, Florida drivers 50 or older may be eligible for vehicle insurance discounts. Advance registration required. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Nov. 15, Fran Carlton Recreation Center, 11 N. Forest Ave., Apopka, $15 for AARP members, $20 for nonmembers, 407-703-1741.

Driver safety program: The AARP Driver Safety Program’s Smart Driver Course helps participants refine driving skills and develop safe driving habits. Upon completion of the course, Florida drivers 50 or older may be eligible for vehicle insurance discounts. Advance registration required. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Jan. 17, Feb. 21, March 21, Calvary Assembly Church, 1199 Clay St., Winter Park, $15 for AARP members, $20 for nonmembers, 407-977-3825.

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. 10-11:30 a.m. March 25, Calvary Assembly Church, 1199 Clay St., Winter Park, $5, 877-805-4115.

Driver safety program: The AARP Driver Safety Program’s Smart Driver Course helps participants refine driving skills and develop safe driving habits. Upon completion of the course, Florida drivers 50 or older may be eligible for vehicle insurance discounts. Advance registration required. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Feb. 13, Maitland Senior Center, 345 S. Maitland Ave., Maitland, $15 for AARP members, $20 for nonmembers, 407-539-6251.

Driver safety program: The AARP Driver Safety Program’s Smart Driver Course helps participants refine driving skills and develop safe driving habits. Upon completion of the course, Florida drivers 50 or older may be eligible for vehicle insurance discounts. Advance registration required. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Jan. 24, Feb. 28, March 28, Renaissance Senior Center at South Econ Community Park, 3800 S. Econlockhatchee Trail, Orlando, $15 for AARP members, $20 for nonmembers, 407-254-9070.

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. 10-11:30 a.m. March 29, Renaissance Senior Center at South Econ Community Park, 3800 S. Econlockhatchee Trail, Orlando, $5, 877-805-4115.

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. 1-2:30 p.m. Jan. 9, Westminster Winter Park, 1111 S. Lakemount Ave., Winter Park, $5, 877-805-4115.

Writer’s critique: Read from your own work and offer positive critiques to fellow writers in a friendly, supportive environment. Call prior to first attendance. 10 a.m.-noon Thursdays, Maitland Senior Center, 345 S. Maitland Ave., Maitland, free, 407-539-6251.

Retired nurses: The Florida Society of Registered Nurses Retired will meet for fellowship and speakers on current health related issues. 11:30 a.m. the third Wednesday of the month, Denny’s, 440 S. Semoran Blvd., Orlando, purchase your own meal, 407-281-1527.

Bridge lessons: Learn how to play bridge. Call in advance. Space is limited. 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Maitland Senior Center, 345 S. Maitland Ave., Maitland, $2.50 per class, 407-539-6251.

Singles

Social dancing: Social dancing with live music for seniors and all dancers. Sponsored by Your Active City Seniors Inc. 7-9:30 p.m. Fridays, Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St., Orlando, $5 for members, $6 for nonmembers, 407-339-5393.

Social/Hobby Clubs

Central Florida Railway Historical Society: The guest speaker will be Sam Lanter, chief mechanical officer of the Grand Canyon Railway. 7 p.m. Nov. 12, Central Florida Railroad Museum, 101 S. Boyd St., Winter Garden, free, 407-656-0559.

Orange Audubon Society: Wayne Bennett, a charter member of the North American Nature Photographers Association and the Orlando Camera Club, will present nature photography tips. 7-8:30 p.m. Nov. 15, Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, admission is free, donations to help defray the cost is appreciated, 407-637-2525.

Artists’ League of Orange County: The guest artist demonstration will be portraits in oils with Mary Gray. 1 p.m. Nov. 17, Beardall Senior Center, 800 S. Delaney Ave., Orlando, free, 321-695-7896.

Classical Music Group: Featuring a performance by Mati Braun and Holly Small. 1 p.m. Nov. 21, Winter Park University Club, 841 N. Park Ave., Winter Park, admission is free, donations welcome, 407-644-6149.

Orlando Society of Model Railroaders:

Scribes of Central Florida Calligraphy Guild: Open to all who are interested or want to learn more about calligraphy. 1 p.m. the first Sunday of each month September through May, Roth Jewish Community Center of Greater Orlando, 851 N. Maitland Ave., Maitland, free, 407-603-0214.

Central Florida Stamp Club: Steve Patrick will present “Gems From My Collection.” 6-9 p.m. Nov. 15, Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St., Orlando, free, 407-889-0528.

Italian American Social Club of Central Florida: General meeting, 7:30 p.m. the second Wednesday of every month; board meeting, 7:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month; dinner dances, with live bands, 6-10 p.m. every second and fourth Saturday ($30 for members, $35 for guests, includes open bar); Italian American Social Club of Central Florida, 5900 Hibiscus Road, Orlando, 407-273-2830.

Central Florida Fruit Society: Discover new species and varieties of ambrosial fruits from around the world and grown locally. 6:30-9 p.m. the third Monday of the month (except July), Harry P. Leu Gardens 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, free, 407-995-6717.

‘Sew Crazies’: Orlando Chapter neighborhood group of American Sewing Guild. Programs cover many aspects of sewing and quilting and all levels are welcome. First two visits are free, then ASG membership is required. 10 a.m. the second Monday of the month, The Sewing Studio, 9605 U.S. Highway 17-92, Maitland, 407-620-9545.

Central Florida Coin Club: Weekly presentations. 7 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month, Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St., Orlando, free, 407-657-6440.

Order of the Skywatcher Clan: A meeting of the nonprofit Order of the Skywatcher Clan, which takes monthly trips to the tribe’s cave near Belleview to explore. Training is provided, if needed. Also potluck lunch, socializing, fossil hunting, camping, Native American arts and crafts, tribal matters, video production, seeking Skywatcher tribal descendants, astronomy, science, model building. Advance registration required. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. the first Saturday of the month, a private residence, 3415 Silverwood Drive, Orlando, free, 407-293-1739.

Lockheed Martin Dive Club: Hear from informative speakers and about upcoming dive trips. All are welcome. 6 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month, Logan’s Roadhouse, 3060 W. Sand Lake Road, Orlando, free, buy your own food, 407-778-5038.

Florida Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America: You don’t have to have an antique car to join. All cars and owners welcome. 7 p.m. the second Monday of the month, Kress Memorial Church, 746 Formosa Ave., Winter Park, free, 732-895-1227.

Central Florida Porcelain Artists: Porcelain painters of all skill levels are welcome. 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month, First Baptist Church of Winter Park, 1021 N. New York Ave., Winter Park, free, 407-797-1472.

Support Group

Widowed Friends of Florida: For all widowed men and women. 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery, 6425 University Blvd., Winter Park, free, buy your own food, 407-671-4330.

GriefShare: Open to anyone who has experienced the death of a family member or friend. 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays, Calvary Orlando, 1199 Clay St., Winter Park, $15 for materials, call 407-644-1199 to register.

Lupus: The Orlando/Winter Park Lupus support group will meet in the conference center off of Mizell Avenue. 1 p.m. the second Saturday of every month, Winter Park Memorial Hospital, 200 N. Lakemont Ave., Winter Park, free, 407-342-5467.

HLAA Hearing Loss: Helping everyone impacted by hearing loss through information, education, support and advocacy. 6:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month, O’Charley’s Restaurant, 8081 Turkey Lake Road, Orlando, free, 407-656-9283.

T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly): 6:30-8 p.m. Thursdays, Delaney Street Baptist Church, 1919 S. Delaney Ave., Orlando, $32 annually, 407-898-6215.

T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly): weigh-in 6:15 p.m., meeting 6:45 p.m. Mondays, Orange Tree Mobile Home Park Clubhouse, 29 Orange Tree Circle, Winter Garden, $32 annually, 407-616-9618.

Cancer Support Ministry: The non-denominational group is led by cancer survivors and caregivers and is open to all cancer patients, survivors, caregivers and loved ones. 6:30-8:30 p.m. the second Thursday of the month, St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 4851 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando, free, 407-876-4991.

Alzheimer’s disease: A group for those caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s & Dementia Resource Center. 6 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month, Health Central, 10000 W. Colonial Drive, Ocoee, free, 407-843-1910.

Alzheimer’s disease: A group for those caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s & Dementia Resource Center. 10 a.m. the second Tuesday of the month, Reeves United Methodist Church, 1100 N. Fern Creek Ave., Orlando, free, 407-843-1910.