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Events

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. today, 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. today, 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. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. today, Central Florida Railroad Museum, 101 S. Boyd St., Winter Garden, free, cfrhs.org/.

History Group:

Presented by the University Club of Winter Park. Club member Dietmar

Georg will present “Germany’s First Republic 1918-1933 Creation-Crises-Collapse.” 10 a.m. April 4, University Club of Winter Park, 841 N. Park Ave., Winter Park. To attend this event, email your full name to info@uclubwp. org expressing your interest. Free.

Magyar Duma: Presented by the University Club of Winter Park. Conversational Hungarian. Practice your Hungarian talking about all sorts of topics: Hungary, U.S., international, history, etc. 3:30 p.m. April 4, University Club of Winter Park, 841 N. Park Ave., Winter Park. To attend, email your full name to info@uclubwp.org. Free.

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. 10 a.m. April 5, Presbyterian Church of the Lakes, 4700 Lincoln Ave., Orlando, free, pcol.org/seniorconnect, 407-291-2886.

Grief Forum - Loss of a Spouse: An eight-week program for widows and widowers who have lost their loved one. Advance registration required. 5 p.m. Tuesdays, April 5-May 24, Presbyterian Church of the Lakes, 4700 Lincoln Ave., Orlando, free, pcol.org/grief.

Philosophy Discussion Group: The group meets to discuss various topics. Bring topics and questions. 10 a.m. April 5, University Club of Winter Park, 841 N. Park Ave., Winter Park. To attend this event, email your full name to info@uclubwp.org expressing your interest. Free. 15th Annual Women United Luncheon: Presented by Heart of Florida United Way. The keynote speaker will be Ginger Zee, chief meteorologist for ABC and author of a memoir about her own mental health struggles, “Natural Disaster: I Cover Them, I am One.” 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. April 6, Rosen Plaza, 9700 International Drive, Orlando, $95 general admission; $125 premium ticket (includes general admission, a copy of “Natural Disaster: I Cover Them, I am One”), hfuw.org, 407-835-0900.

Orange County Retired Educators Association: Masks are required for this face-to-face meeting and no food or drinks are allowed. Guest speaker Dave Woods will give a presentation about the Central Florida Inventors Council. Anyone who has worked in education is invited. 10:30 a.m. April 7, College Park United Methodist Church 644 W. Princeton St., Orlando, free, ocreafl.org or 407-843-6909.

Learn about Independent and Assisted Living Communities: Panelists will discuss what Independent Living and Assisted Living Communities offer you and the differences between these types of living options. Presented by Paul and Lyn Henderson, Certified Senior Housing Professionals. Reservations required. 9:30-11 a.m. April 7, Zoom or in person, Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, 151 W. Lyman Ave., Winter Park, free, 407-476-1808.

Beekeeping 101: In this very beginner class presented via Zoom by Orange County Extension Agent JK Yarborough, learn about the agricultural role honey bees play, how much it costs to get started, and the legality of keeping bees in your area. After this class, participate in the Beekeeping 201 class. Advance registration required. 6-7:30 p.m. April 7, free, 407-254-9200.

Beekeeping 201 (In-person): In this class presented by Orange County Extension Agent JK Yarborough, learn about a Langstroth hive, the colonies caste system, how to acquire bees and more. True first-time beekeepers are encouraged, but not required, to attend Beekeeping 101 before this class. Advance registration required.

6-8 p.m. April 8, UF/IFAS Extension Seminole County, 250 W. County Home Road Sanford, $10, 407-254-9200.

Citizen Civics “The Constitution” lecture: Join Valencia College Political Science Professor Mark Logas to investigate the blueprint of our government “of the people.” Professor Logas will examine its structure, core concepts, some of its amendments and how this document was designed to guide our government. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. April 9, Winter Park Public Library, 1052 W. Morse Blvd., Winter Park, free, 407-623-3300.

Wekiva River Mermaids and Manatees Flotilla:

Join Friends of the Wekiva River for a boat/kayak/canoe decorating contest, live music, wilderness scavenger hunt, tours and more. 11 a.m. April 9, Katie’s Landing State Park, 262 Wekiva Park Drive, Sanford, free, donations welcome, tinyurl.com/5689sdu8 or email Membership@ friendsofwekiva.org.

Town of Oakland’s Celebration Among the Oaks:

Activities include a helicopter Easter egg drop, photos with the Easter Bunny, petting zoo, interactive kids’ activities, live music and more. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. April 9, VanderLey Park, 117 E. Gulley Ave., Oakland, free, 407-656-1117.

Gopher Tortoise Day:

Hikes, kids’ activities and games, live raptor and gopher tortoises. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. April 9, Split Oak Forest, 12175 Clapp Simms Duda Road, Orlando, free.

Gardening for Native Pollinators and Honey Bee Nutrition: Learn about plants that are larval food sources for some of our larger colorful native butterflies, and plants to keep them around drinking nectar when they are adults. Discover how to make your own native bee nests and how to garden for honey bees. Explore how you can landscape to attract hummingbirds to visit your garden as they migrate. Advance registration required. 1:30-3 p.m. April 9, Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, $10 for garden members, $20 for nonmembers, leugardens. org, 407-246-2620.

Beekeeping 201L (In-person): Orange County Extension Agent JK Yarborough will present a hands-on, follow up to Beekeeping 201 (Completion of Beekeeping 201 is required prior to taking this class). Advance registration required. 9 a.m.-noon April 9, UF/IFAS Extension Seminole County, 250 W. County Home Road Sanford, $15, 407-254-9200.

Luncheon and Fashion Show: The Orlando Chapter of Hadassah will celebrate the women of Hadassah at the Bunny Rosen Women’s Heart Health Luncheon and Fashion Show featuring clothing and accessories by Em’z on Fifth Mount Dora. Reservations required. 11:30 a.m. April 10, Alfond Inn, 300

E. New England Ave., Winter Park, $54, Orlando@hadassah.org, 407-415-6892.

Butterfly Plant Propagation (In Person): Save money and learn to grow plants from seed, cutting, and division that attract butterflies and pollinators. Attendees get plant starts to take home. Presented by Tia Silvasy, Orange County Extension Agent. Advance registration required. 10-11:30 a.m. April 12, UF IFAS Extension Orange County, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, $10, 407-254-9200.

Glow in the Dark Egg Hunt: Hosted by the City of Ocoee, the event will feature a glow zone, game truck, crafts and fun games. 7-9 p.m. April 15, Jim Beech Recreation Center, 1820 A.D. Mims Road, Ocoee, free. Registration is required. Email twise@ocoee.org.

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny: Hosted by the City of Ocoee. Breakfast includes Chick-fil-A chicken biscuits, doughnuts, fruit, juice and coffee. The Easter Bunny and his guest will be available to take pictures. 9-11 a.m. April 16, Jim Beech Recreation Center, 1820 A.D. Mims Road, Ocoee, $7 per person. Registration is required. Email twise@ocoee.org.

Easter Eggstravaganza: Hosted by the City of Ocoee. Children should bring a basket or bag to scoop up candy-filled eggs. There will be games and an appearance by the Easter Bunny. Snacks will be available for purchase. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. April 16, Jim Beech Recreation Center, 1820 A.D. Mims Road, Ocoee, free, 407-905-3180.

Joseph Rassel of the Sentinel staff compiled this report. To submit an item, email communityevents@ orlandosentinel.com.