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Events
Polasek Museum Plans to Reopen: The Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens in Winter Park has reopened its lakeside sculpture gardens. Its exhibition gallery will open June 9, with limited hours. Albin Polasek's historic home and the Capen House will remain closed until further notice. To ensure safety of visitors and staff, masks are required to visit the museum interior and visitors will be required to keep a 6-foot distance between parties at all times inside and outside. Due to social distancing requirements, capacity in the gallery will be limited. Details: 407647-6294 or polasek.org.
Chertok Florida Native Nature Photography Contest Awards Program Virtually: Orange Audubon Society will celebrate the end of its season at 7 p.m. June 18 by showing eligible entries in the 32nd Annual Kit and Sidney Chertok Florida Native Nature Photography Contest, after which winners will be announced. The program will be on YouTube Live. At the program's conclusion, winners in the Youth, Novice and Advanced Amateur/Professional categories will be announced and over $1,300 in ribbons, cash and other prizes will be awarded. The awards show is free and open to all. Call 407-637-2525 for link or search on YouTube for Orange Audubon Society. The program will be available for later viewing.
Marine Science Center reopens on weekends: Admission will be limited to 40 persons at a time. Visitors will be required to pass a health screening with a temperature of less than 100.4 degrees and no symptoms of COVID-19. Current hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays and noon-4 p.m. Sundays, Marine Science Center, 100 Lighthouse Drive, Ponce Inlet. Details: marinesciencecenter.com or 386-304-5545.
Bingo: Will resume play June 8. Proceeds benefit church charities. Doors open 5:30 p.m. Early bird 6:15 p.m. Mondays, Incarnation Catholic Church, 1515 Edgewater Drive, Orlando, $8-$12, 407425-1355.
GriefShare: Open to anyone who has experienced the death of a family member or friend. 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays, Calvary Orlando, 1199 Clay St., Winter Park, $15 for materials, call 407-644-1199 to register.
Tai Chi for Health: Outdoor class with Qi Gong and simple form work. Social distancing and mask required. 9-10 a.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, Wadeview Park, 2177 S. Summerlin Ave., Orlando, free, 407-701-3357.
Explore Volusia outings: Volusia County's Environmental Management Division sponsors free outdoor adventures to acquaint residents with the county's diverse natural habitats and land management practices. Participants are encouraged to bring water and wear comfortable clothes and walking or hiking shoes. With social distancing in mind, each program will be limited to eight persons. Participants must register at least 48 hours before the program. Only registrants will be allowed to participate. Call 386-736-5927. Outings include:
■ 9-11 a.m. June 9, Spruce Creek guided hike, Spruce Creek Park, 6250 S. Ridgewood Ave., Port Orange. Learn about the importance of estuaries. Participants will try their hand at seine netting and learn how to identify local fish, birds and plants. Wear closed-toe shoes.
■ 9-11 a.m. June 12, Indian River paddle, Menard-May Park, 413 S. Riverside Drive, Edgewater. Make a short paddle across the channel from Menard-May Park to explore local islands in the Indian River. Participants will seine net and hike to discover the wonders of the estuary. Wear closed toe water shoes and bring a kayak, canoe or stand-up paddleboard along with a life preserver and whistle.
■ 8:30-10:30 a.m. June 16, Blue Spring snorkeling, Blue Spring State Park, 2100 W. French Ave., Orange City. Bring your snorkel gear to explore the spring habitat and learn about the importance of springs. Participants must be able to swim. Those under age 18 must wear a personal flotation device and be accompanied by an adult guardian at all times. The park will charge its regular admission fee.
■ 9-11:30 a.m. June 19. Callalisa Creek paddle, 598 S. Peninsula Ave., New Smyrna Beach. Enjoy a backwater paddle through a maze of mangroves as you navigate oyster beds, learn about mosquito canals, and see a variety of birds. Bring a kayak, canoe or stand-up paddleboard along with a life preserver and whistle.
Bromeliad and tropical plant show and sale: The Seminole Bromeliad and Tropical Plant Society event will include thousands of bromeliads for sale along with orchids, aroids, succulents, ferns, gingers, fruiting plants and plant accessories. Club members will be available to answer questions and assist in selecting the best plants for your conditions. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 20-21, Sanford Garden Club, 200 Fairmont Drive, Sanford, admission is free, bromeliads.club, 321-377-2189.
Orange County 4-H Virtual Summer Experience: 4-H Virtual Healthy Kids Camp (June 22-25) and 4-H Virtual S.T.E.M. Camp (July 13-16). Both virtual camps are open to youth ages 8-13 and involve two hours of interactive, fun, hands-on activities led by UF Faculty and Volunteers “live” via Zoom. Each camp costs $10 for active 4-H members, $15 for nonmembers. There is a discount if you register for both. To reserve a spot, visit oc4hsummer.eventbrite.com. For questions, email orange4h@ifas.ufl.edu.
Antiques and Appraisal Fair: Hosted by the Osceola History. Professional antique dealers will provide verbal appraisals at the cost of $10 for one item; $15 for two items; $20 for three items. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. June 27, Osceola County Welcome Center & History Museum, 4155 W. Vine St., Kissimmee, 407396-8644, Ext. 3.
Designer Bag Bingo for Special Olympics: Each ticket includes cards for all eight games where you can win a designer purse or bag. There will also be a 50/50 drawing and raffle. Proceeds benefit the Special Olympics - Seminole County. 7 p.m. July 24, Knights of Columbus Hall, 5727 Cornelia Ave., Orlando, $35 in advance, $40 at the
Unleashed, Uncorked, Unframed: An evening with wines, gourmet cuisine, live and silent auctions, and a private art sale. All proceeds benefit Franklin's Friends and local animal welfare. Cocktail attire suggested. 7-10 p.m. Aug. 22, Holy Trinity Reception and Conference Center, 1217 Trinity Woods Lane, Maitland, $200 per person, 407-461-1768, unleashedfundraiser.info.
Chairs 4 Charity: The event will feature an auction of one-of-a-kind art chairs made by local artists to benefit The Mustard Seed of Central Florida. There will also be food, live music, dancing, and silent and live auctions. 5:30-11 p.m. Sept. 19, Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Springs, 350 Northlake Blvd., Altamonte Springs, $125, 407875-2040.
History Field Trips: Pioneer Village is a collection of buildings that tell the story of Osceola County's early settlers. Reservations are recommended for guided tours (offered on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at no extra charge) since group sizes are limited. To make a reservation, email jozef@osceolahistory.org or call 407396-8644, Ext. 2. Reservations are not needed for self-guided tours. Admission: $8 adults; $4 children ages 4-12. Pioneer Village is located at 2491 Babb Road in Kissimmee.
Discover Pioneer Village:
Pioneer Village at Shingle Creek tells the story of Osceola County's early settlers through a collection of buildings dating from the late 1800s to 1920s. The Pioneer Village coloring pages posted on the Osceola History website feature four buildings: a cattleman's barn, Seminole chickees, the replica of the Narcoossee Schoolhouse, and a church. Link to coloring pages: bit.ly/PVcolorpages. The Osceola History blog includes articles about people and places in Osceola County. osceolahistory.org.
Cancellations
Altamonte Springs' Red Hot & Boom canceled: Altamonte Springs' annual Red Hot & Boom fireworks show scheduled for July 3 at Cranes Roost Park has been canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Kissimmee Cancels Monumental 4th of July Celebration: The City of Kissimmee has canceled its annual Monumental 4th of July Celebration scheduled for July 4 at the Kissimmee Lakefront Park. For more information, visit kissimmee.org.
AARP Safe Driver Classes: The National Office of AARP has canceled all live attendance activities including all AARP Safe Driver Classes through June 30. The course is available online at aarpdriversafety.org. Use code DRIVINGSKILLS for a 25% discount through July 31.
Shows at the Daytona Beach Bandshell postponed until July: The Friday night Summer Entertainment Series at the Daytona Beach Bandshell, which was scheduled to begin Memorial Day weekend, has been postponed until July 10. The postponement also includes the fireworks shows for Memorial Day weekend, Saturday evenings and the Fourth of July.