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Events
Central Florida Watercolor Society:
CFWS will be exhibiting its 2022 Member Juried Show at Winter Park Center for Health and Wellbeing through March 31. The show has been juried by Sue Archer, a signature member of many prestigious watercolor societies. Viewing hours are 5 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 5 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday, 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday at 2005 Mizell Ave., Winter Park, centralfloridawatercolor.org.
Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival:
Hundreds of local, national and international artists, food and beverages. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. today, Central Park, 251 Park Ave. S., Winter Park, free, wpsaf.org or 407644-7207.
2022 Youth, Novice and Advanced/Professional Photography Contest:
The Orange Audubon Society is accepting entries for its 34th annual Kit and Sidney Chertok Florida Native Nature Photography Contest. There are three contest divisions. Youth, for photographers age 17 or younger; Novice, for new and less experienced photo hobbyists; and advanced amateur/professional, for experienced photographers who have practiced and honed their skills over time. Participants should photograph Florida native plants, animals, landscapes and the many habitats of Florida. Entries cannot show humans, human-made structures or artifacts, or discernible fauna or flora non-native to Florida. For contest rules visit orangeaudubonfl.org. The deadline for entries is April 21. Cash awards will be announced June 16. Cost: $5 per image for Audubon members, $10 per image for nonmembers. Details and entry forms: 407-718-1977.
Quit Smoking Now program:
Sponsored by the Florida Area Health Education Center Network and the Florida Department of Health. The weekly program offers free carbon monoxide testing workbook and incentives and free nicotine patches for participants (while supplies last). Advance registration required. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, March 22-April 12, Orlando Regional Medical Center, 52 W. Underwood St., Orlando, free, 407-716-6392.
Central Florida Job Fair:
Featuring more than 75 employers offering thousands of career openings in various industries and resources on hand to assist your job search. Bring resumes and dress professionally. No children. Noon-4 p.m. March 23, Central Florida Fair Expo Park, 4603 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando, free, CFEC.org/ job-fairs, 407-834-4022.
Quit Smoking Now program:
Sponsored by the Florida Area Health Education Center Network and the Florida Department of Health. The weekly program offers free carbon monoxide testing workbook and incentives and free nicotine patches for participants (while supplies last). Advance registration required. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, March 23-April 13, Health Central Hospital, 10000 Colonial Drive, Ocoee, free, 407-716-6392.
Quit Smoking Now program:
Sponsored by the Florida Area Health Education Center Network and the Florida Department of Health. The weekly program offers free carbon monoxide testing workbook and incentives and free nicotine patches for participants (while supplies last). Advance registration required. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, March 23-April 13, Dr. P. Phillips Hospital, 9400 Turkey Lake Road, Orlando, free, 407-716-6392.
Estate Planning Live Webinar:
Attorney Kathleen Flammia and Attorney Stacey Schwartz discuss asset protection, planning for long term care and essential Estate Planning documents. Viewing instructions will be provided upon RSVP. 6 p.m. March 23, free, 407-4788700.
Raised Bed Vegetable Gardening: Join Leu Gardens’ Executive Director, Robert Bowden, as he helps you discover the joys of growing vegetables and herbs in raised beds. 10 a.m.-noon March 24, Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, $10 garden members, $20 nonmembers, leugardens. org, 407-246-2620.
Orlando Boat Show: Sponsored by the Marine Industry Association of Central Florida. Exhibitors, shows, demonstrations, seminars and speakers. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. March 25-26, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. March 27, Orange County Convention Center, North Hall B, 9800 International Drive, Orlando, $10 for adults, free for ages 12 or younger, parking $10, 407-685-9800, orlandoboatshow.com.
Art in Bloom: Festival of Fine Arts and Flowers: Presented by the Council of 101, this annual fundraiser advances the many educational programs and exhibits of the Museum. The event will feature special events, art auction, curated antiques and an outdoor farmers market and daily entertainment. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. March 25-27, Orlando Museum of Art, 2416 N. Mills Ave., Orlando, $12-$20, 407896-4231, Ext. 254.
Touch-a-Truck: An interactive hands-on experience where children can learn about trucks and vehicles, honk their horns and interact with the drivers. Featured vehicles will include a fire truck, police vehicles, construction trucks and offroad vehicles. Noon-3 p.m. (No honking hour is from 2-3 p.m.) March 26, Knights Plaza at Addition Financial Arena on the campus of the University of Central Florida, free, KnightsPlaza.com.
Split Oak Forest Hike: Presented by the Pine Lily Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society. Dress appropriately and bring water. 8:30-11 a.m. March 26, 12175 Clapp Simms Duda Road, Orlando, free. For information and to register, visit fnps-pinelily.eventbrite. com/.
The Blanket Project for Survivors: The members of Stand Up Survivor and The Blanket Project are partnering up to help survivors of domestic violence by hosting a community project to make fleece blankets for these survivors, as well as spreading awareness and education throughout their communities. Volunteers are needed. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. March 26, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 8450 Silver Star Road, Orlando, free, email natalier@ standupsurvivor.org.
Life Model Painting: Paint or draw Vicky VanWinkle in a costumed figurative pose. Bring your own supplies, including a chair or easel if you plan on standing. Admission to the Gardens included with price of class. Masks are mandatory. Advance registration required at leugardens.org. 9 a.m.-noon March 26, Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, $10 for garden members, $20 for nonmembers.
Container Gardening:
Learn the proper techniques and styles used to develop different creations; which plants are appropriate for your growing areas; and suggestions will be made on the best potting materials to use. Everyone will then have a chance to put together a container to take home, supplies will be provided. Advance registration required. 9:30 a.m.-noon March 26, Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, $35 for garden members, $40 for nonmembers, leugardens. org, 407-246-2620.
17th Annual Orlando VisionWalk:
The Foundation Fighting Blindness’ event will benefit research for cures for retinal degenerative diseases, including retinitis pigmentosa, macular degeneration, Usher syndrome and Stargardt disease. People are invited to form walk teams or attend the free, family-friendly event, which will include children’s activities, entertainment and refreshments. 11 a.m. March 27, Cypress Grove Park, 290 W. Holden Ave., Orlando, pledges and donations, 313468-2926.
33rd annual Spring Fiesta in the Park: There will be more than 200 artists, crafters and vendors of all kinds, live entertainment and a children’s play area. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. April 2-3, Lake Eola Park, East Robinson Street and North Eola Drive, Orlando, free, fiestainthepark.com, 407-855-0606.
Fourth Annual Black History Celebration:
Speakers include Portia Maultsby, Doctor of African American Musicology; retired Vice Admiral David Brewer III and former judge Belvin Perry Jr. Pastor Otha Harlan will moderate and pay tribute to the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Janice Harlan, gospel singer, will also participate. Light refreshments will be available. 1:30 p.m. April 3, Pine Castle Woman’s Club, 5901 S. Orange Ave., Orlando, free.
Central Florida Railroad Museum Open House:
In addition to regular exhibits, such as a hands-on operating Morris Code telegraph machine and a one-person rail handcar (velocipede), there will also be a largescale model railroad on display for young engineers to operate. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. April 2, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. April 3, Central Florida Railroad Museum, 101 S. Boyd St., Winter Garden, free, cfrhs.org/.
Orange County Sheriff’s Office Senior Connect:
Presented by Elvie Armand, senior advocate with the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, learn about available senior programs and services, personal safety, and crime prevention and awareness. Light lunch will be provided. T10 a.m. April 5, Presbyterian Church of the Lakes, 4700 Lincoln Ave., Orlando, free, pcol.org/seniorconnect, 407-291-2886.
Joseph Rassel of the Sentinel staff compiled this report. To submit an item, email communityevents@ orlandosentinel.com.