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ing CLE credits. 321-206-5691.
2013 photography contest: The Orange Audubon Society is accepting entries for its 25th annual Kit and Sidney Chertok Florida Native Nature Photography Contest. The theme for the digital contest is “Florida’s Creatures and Features.” Entries cannot show humans, human-made structures or artifacts, or discernible fauna or flora non-native to Florida. Two digital images in .jpg format must be submitted for each photo, one low resolution (file size of 1MB or less) for projection and one high resolution for printing. Files must be submitted on CDs readable by PC-based applications. You may convert prints, negatives or slides (transparencies) to digital images before entering. Images may not be excessively manipulated. The deadline for entries is May16. Cash awards will be announced June 20. Cost: $5 per image for Audubon members, $8 per image for nonmembers. Details and entry forms: 407-644-0796.
Health
Children’s nutrition program: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. March 2; Central Park, Park Avenue, Winter Park. Meant to inspire and educate families on the importance of being healthy, the sixth annual Junior League of Greater Orlando’s Kids in the Kitchen Fit ’n Fun Fest will feature more than 40 exhibitors, free give-a-ways, nutrition professionals, music, games, an obstacle course, bounce house, face painting, and healthy snack suggestions. Free. 407-422-5918.
ABC’s of Caregiving: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Fridays, March 8-29; Renaissance Senior Center, 3800 S. Econlockhatchee Trail, Orlando. Learn basic skills to become a more effective caregiver. Presented by the Alzheimer’s & Dementia Resource Center. If you need care for your loved one while you attend classes, ADRCwill arrange for staff from a professional in-home care agency to provide respite in your home. Participants must enroll and attend all classes to be eligible for respite. Reservations required. Free. 407-843-1910, Ext. 305.
5KWalk and Health Fair: 8 a.m.-noon March 9; Dr. I. Sylvester Hankins Park Recreation Site and Pool, 1340 Lake Park Court, Orlando. The seventh annual Washington Shores 5K walk and health fair will include health screenings, healthy snacks, cooking demonstrations, and other activities such as a hula hoop contest, Zumba and massages. Free. 407-858-1464.
Healthy Grieving-Nourishing a Broken Heart grief workshop: 2:30-4:30 p.m. March 9; Westchester Assisted Living, 558 N. Semoran Blvd., Winter Park. Presented by Samaritan Care Hospice of Florida. Dr. Lenore Hodges, outpatient dietitian at MDAnderson Cancer Center and director of NutritionSense Co., will talk about the importance of
1-4:30 p.m. April 12; Florida Hospital Seventh Day Adventist Church, 2800 N. Orange Ave. Church-Florida Hospital Seventh Day Adventist, Orlando. To kick off Parkinson’s awareness month, Florida Hospital and the National Parkinson Foundation will host a conference focusing on the current and future management of Parkinson’s disease. Experts will discuss topics such as: how exercise is power, improving the hospital experience for Parkinson’s patients, and the dynamics of stem cell research. Reservations required. 407-303-1700.
Classes
Square Foot Gardening: 9-10:30 a.m. March 2, 10-11:30 a.m. March 20; Orange County Extension Education Center, 6021S. Conway Road, Orlando. Learn about this method of growing a lot of vegetables in a small space, using less water, fewer seeds, less time, and having fewer weeds than conventional row gardening. Advance registration required. $5 materials fee. 407-254-9200.
Bridge: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Saturdays, March 2-May 4; Orlando Metropolitan Bridge Center, 756 Bennett Road, Orlando. Learn to play bridge. Taught by an American Contract Bridge League accredited instructor. No previous knowledge or experience necessary. First lesson free, $90 for the 10-week course. 407-754-0428.
Fruit Trees for Your Landscape: 6:30-8 p.m. March 6; Jessie Brock Community Center, 310 N. Dillard St., Winter Garden. Learn about the best varieties of fruit trees to grow in Central Florida, planting, maintenance, and harvest. Presented by the Orange County Extension Education Center. Advance registration required. $5 materials fee. 407-254-9200.
Fruit Trees for Your Landscape: 9-10:30 a.m. March 9; Orange County Extension Education Center, 6021S. Conway Road, Orlando. Learn about the best varieties of fruit trees to grow in Central Florida, planting, maintenance, and harvest. Advance registration required. $5 materials fee. 407-254-9200.
Square Foot Gardening: 6-7:30 p.m. March14; Jessie Brock Community Center, 310 N. Dillard St., Winter Garden. Learn about this method of growing a lot of vegetables in a small space, using less water, fewer seeds, less time, and having fewer weeds than conventional row gardening. Presented by the Orange County Extension Education Center. Advance registration required. $5 materials fee. 407-254-9200.
Spring Landscape Design: 7-9 p.m. Thursdays, March14-28; Orange County Extension Education Center, 6021S. Conway Road, Orlando. Learn about landscape design concepts, plant choices, and how to conserve water in your landscape. You can design one section of your yard at a time or the entire plant. A course guide and drawing materials will be provided to the first 25 families. Advance registration required. $25 per residence for all three sessions. 407-254-9200.
Food Preservation-Freezing and Drying: 6-8 p.m. March19; Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando. Learn about freezing and drying foods. Registration required. $12. 407-254-9218.
Food Preservation-Water Bath: Jams and Jellies: 6-8:30 p.m. March 26; Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando. Learn about boiling water bath canning. Registration required. $12. 407-254-9218.
Libraries
Counsel for Caregivers seminar: 10:30 a.m. March12; West Oaks Library, 1821 E. Silver Star Road, Ocoee. Claudette Williams will speak on how to reduce out-of-pocket medical expenses. Presented by OCLS and Orange County’s Commission on Aging. Registration required. Refreshments will be provided to the first 50 attendees. Free. 407-836-7446.
Accordion Craze: 6 p.m. March12; Edgewater Library, 5049 Edgewater Drive, Orlando. Join members of the Central Florida Accordion Club for a unique and educational performance with the accordion. Free. 407-835-7481.
Counsel for Caregivers seminar: 1 p.m. March13; Alafaya Library, 12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando. Laura Lang will discuss the top eight ways to protect yourself from scams. Presented by OCLS and Orange County’s Commission on Aging. Registration required. Refreshments will be provided to the first 50 attendees. Free. 407-836-7446.
Accordion Craze: 6 p.m. March14; Washington Park Library, 5151 Raleigh St., Orlando. Join members of the Central Florida Accordion Club for a unique and educational performance with the accordion. Free. 407-835-7481.
Pages to Petals: 11 a.m. March16; Winter Garden Library, 805 E. Plant St., Winter Garden. In celebration of National Craft Month, create two paper crafts. Using old books and newspapers, learn how to create a flower and a small gift bag. This program is recommended for teens and adults. Free. 407-835-7481.
Nourishing Our Children: 6:30 p.m. March18; North Orange Library, 1211 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka. Lee Burdett, co-founder of Well Fed Family, will discuss how to navigate confusing dietary advice and put your family on the path to lifelong health using real food solutions. Free. 407-835-7481.
MemoryLoss, Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease: The Basics: 6 p.m. March 20; Windermere Library, 530 Main St., Windermere. The Alzheimer’s Association will provide general information as well as further details on educational programs that explore aspects of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia on a deeper level. Free. 407-835-7481.
Counsel for Caregivers seminar: 12:15 p.m. March 21; Orlando Public Library, 101 E. Central Blvd., Orlando. Alison Issen will provide insight on how to cope with chronic pain or terminal illness. Presented by OCLS and Orange County’s Commission on Aging. Registration required. Refreshments will be provided to the first 50 attendees. Free. 407-836-7446.
Festivals, Shows
African Violet Showand Sale: noon-4 p.m. March1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. March 2; Beardall Senior Center, 800 S. Delaney Ave., Orlando. The Central Florida African Violet Society’s annual judged show and sale will feature African violets and gesneriads. Admission is free. 321-269-3628.
Craft fair: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. March 5, April 2; Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St., Orlando. Featuring knit and crochet items, baby quilts, floral arrangements, jewelry and wooden crafts. Admission is free. 407-273-6016.
Central Florida Koi and Goldfish Show: 1-5 p.m. March 8, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. March 9, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. March10; International Palms Resort, 6515 International Drive, Orlando. The annual judged show will feature more than 250 entries from across the
9 a.m.-6 p.m. March 15-March16, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. March17; Central Park, Park Avenue, Winter Park. The 54th annual event will include 225 nationally juried fine artists, concerts in the park, food and beverages, and interactive art activities for children. Free. 407-644-7207.
“The Road to Victory” historical military time-line display/event: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. April 6, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. April 7; Orlando Scottish Rite Masonic Center, 1485 Grand Road, Winter Park. The event will feature early American to modern military living history encampments, period battle re-enactments from the Civil War to Modern Day, weapons demonstrations, uniform collections, collectibles and vintage and active duty military vehicles. Local emergency vehicles will also be on display. Admission is free, parking is $5. 407-657-4550.
“Step Right Up!” Volunteer Carnival: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. April 20; Heart of Florida United Way, 1940 Traylor Blvd., Orlando. The third annual “Step Right Up!” Volunteer Carnival, is a family-friendly event to celebrate National Volunteer Month. Chaired by Orlando Police Chief Paul Rooney, the carnival will include more than 20 game booths, free food and prizes, as well as opportunities to take part in on-site volunteer projects supporting HFUW’s focus on alleviating hunger and homelessness, developing healthy families, building safe communities through education, and improving financial stability. Representatives from partner agencies will also be on-site to share information about additional volunteer opportunities. Free. 407-835-0900.
Art and foliage festival: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. April 27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 28; Kit Land Nelson Park, 105 E. First St., Apopka. The 52nd Apopka Woman’s Club Art and Foliage Festival features arts and crafts, an indoor and outdoor foliage sale, plant doctors, entertainment, children’s art area, bus tours of local plant nurseries, and food. Admission is free but there is a $5 parking fee. 407-886-3639.
Singles
Ballroom Dancing: 7-9:30 p.m. Fridays; Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St., Orlando. Sponsored by Your Adult Club Socials. There will be a live band and refreshments. Couples welcome. $4 for members, $5 for nonmembers. 407-889-4047.
Ballroom Dance: 7-9:30 p.m. Wednesdays; Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St., Orlando. Belles and Beaus Dance Club will have a dance with ballroom, line and Latin music by Soft Touch. Singles and couples welcome. $5. 407-277-7008.
Dance: 7-9:30 p.m. March 13; Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St., Orlando. Belles and Beaus Dance Club will have a “City Lights are Burning Downtown” dance featuring ballroom, line, and Latin dance music by the Soft Touch. Refreshments will be provided. Singles and couples are welcome. $5. 407-277-7008.
Youth
A4-H Science Experience: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. March 2; Central Florida Fairgrounds, 4603 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando. Orange County 4-H will present Out of This World: A 4-H Science Experience, a customizable building activity that sparks creativity in participants by allowing them to use their imaginations to create LEGO models around a theme. The event will feature hands-on science activities for kids, including a NASAbooth. Limited free tickets available. 407-254-9222.
4-HCampCuisine: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, March 9-30; Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando. Youth ages 13-18 will get a hands-on introduction to Italian, Irish, Asian and Greek cuisines. Space is limited. Registration required. $15 for one session or $50 for four sessions. 407-254-9200.
MoneyManagement Camp: 9 a.m.-noon March 25-29; Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando. Sponsored by Orange County 4-H, the program is open to ages14-18. The course will include a combination of lessons, guest speakers and interactive activities. Topics include: budgeting, banking, credit, insurance, and saving/investing. Registration required. $25. 407-254-9222.
Fundraisers
Poker tournament: 6 p.m. March1; Buena Vista Palace Hotel & Spa Resort, 1900 Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista. UCP of Central Florida and Emmy-nominated actress Cheryl Hines will host the annual Texas Hold ’emPoker Tournament. The event includes light dinner, wine and a buy-in for the poker tournament. All proceeds benefit support, education and therapy programs provided by UCP of Central Florida for children with and without special needs. Reservations required. $65. 407-852-3306.
Annual Zaryn Hennighan Memorial “Stride for Bear Pride” 5KRun, Walk, Roll: 8 a.m. March 2; Cypress Creek High School, 1101 Bear Crossing Drive, Orlando. 5K race starts at 8 a.m. and the kids’ fun run at 8:30 a.m. Proceeds to be used for scholarships for senior CCHS students so that they might further their education. $25. 407-852-3400.
Breakfast: 8-10 a.m. March 2; Tangerine Park, 7101 Wright St., Mount Dora. The Tangerine Improvement Society will serve an all-you-can-eat breakfast featuring pancakes, French toast, eggs, sausage, coffee and juice. $5 for adults, $2 for children. 352-455-3071.
Golf tournament: noon March 3; Errol Estate Country Club, 1355 Errol Parkway, Apopka. Proceeds will benefit the Food Pantry at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. $100. 407-889-9485.
5KRun/Walk: 8 a.m. March 9; Fleet Peeples Park, Lakemont Avenue, Winter Park. Presented by HelpTheVets.org as a fundraiser to help local vets needing homephysical therapy equipment following their treatment. Once around Lake Baldwin clockwise and a finish at Veterans Memorial Park. Everyone finishing will be given a trophy, regardless of their time. $25 in advance, $30 day of race.
10:15 a.m. March 14; Windermere Town Hall, 520 Main St., Windermere. Windermere Garden Club’s 18th annual Crazy Card Party and Luncheon will help provide scholarships for students at the University of Florida and the Wekiva Youth Camp. There will be a silent auction and raffle. No partners are used and card playing experience is not needed. Reservations are required. $20. 407-876-3121.
Fiesta to benefit the orphans: 6-9 p.m. March 22; Engelwood Neighborhood Center, 6123 La Costa Drive, Orlando. There will be a live DJ, face painting, egg hunt, game truck, magic and more. Donation. 407-844-5237.
Croquet tournament: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. March 23; Casa Feliz, 656 N. Park Ave., Winter Park. “Wickets to Fair Trade” is a unique fundraising event supporting Ten Thousand Villages in Winter Park, a nonprofit fair trade retail store that helps artisans in developing countries to earn a living wage. To support the cause, a croquet tournament will be held on the Winter Park croquet field in front of Casa Feliz. Beginners are welcome and participants will compete in teams of two. $10 for students, $20 for student teams, $20 for non-students, $40 for non-student teams. 407-644-8464.
Cocktails for a Cause: 6-8
p.m. March 28; University Club of Orlando, 150 E. Central Blvd., Orlando. A reception to benefit the educational programs of REBUILD Globally in Haiti. There will be a silent auction and a special performance by Christine Van Loo, world-renown aerial artist. $10 for adults, $5 for students. 407-425-2514.
Golf tournament: 8:30 a.m. March 30; Errol Estate Country Club, 1355 Errol Parkway, Apopka. Proceeds will benefit Debbie Turner Cancer Care Resource Center. $75 per player or $280 per foursome includes lunch. 352-308-6590.
Orange Blossom Ball: 6-9:30 p.m. April 6; Albin Polasek Museum& Sculpture Gardens, 633 Osceola Ave., Winter Park. Presented by the Junior League of Greater Orlando to raise awareness for its causes of health and hunger in the Central Florida community. $75. 407-422-5918.
Mid Florida Walk MS-Orlando: 8 a.m.-noon April 7; Harbor Park, 4990 NewBroad St., Orlando. Join the National MSSociety, Mid Florida Chapter for their annual Walk MS. Register to walk as an individual, join a team or create a team. Registration is required. $20 minimum donation requested per participant. 407-478-8882, Ext. 55127.
Central Florida Cattle Barons’ Ball: 6 p.m.-midnight April 13; Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando. Proceeds benefit the Orlando Chapter of the American Cancer Society. The Western-themed event features a “dine around” to sample culinary creations from a variety of local restaurants. There will also be an appearance by Elsie the Cow, Wii bull riding, silent and live auction items. $250. 1-800-227-2345.
2013 Orlando Kidney Walk: 10 a.m. April 14; UCF College of Medicine, 6850 Lake Nona Blvd., Orlando. On-site registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Funds raised from the walk support the National Kidney Foundation of Florida’s programs, Resource Network, Seminole County Triad, and the Senior Resource Alliance. Take advantage of free health screenings and meet area service providers, agencies, housing specialists, health care representatives, and other professionals who provide products and services to the community. There will also be hourly gift certificate drawings. Admission and parking are free. 407-265-0534.
Recreation
Jazz in the Park for Service Organizations: 6-8 p.m. March 21; Dr. P. Phillips Community Park, 8249 Buenavista Woods Blvd., Orlando. Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs will host an evening of Jazz in the Park for Service Organizations. Groups that volunteer their time to make Orange County a better place to live, such as Rotary, Kiwanis, and Lions, are invited to spend time with the Mayor at this event. Call
Fundraisers
2013 Hero Games: noon-4 p.m. March 3; Oval Park, International Parkway, Heathrow. Families and individuals of all skill levels can experience an afternoon of physical and tactical challenges faced by everyday heroes, our nation’s firefighters, police officers, and military personnel. There will be a variety of events to participate in, varying from ‘Just-for-fun’ to ‘physically fierce.’ Proceeds from the Hero Games go to the Wheelchair Foundation, every $150 raised helps buy a wheelchair for someone who is unable to obtain one on their own. $35 in advance, $45 day of event for adults, $10 for children or $70 for a family. 407-367-3472.
Golf tournament: 8:30 a.m. March 8; Deer Run Country Club, 300 Daneswood Way, Casselberry. The sixth annual Swing “Fore” the Arts tournament includes continental breakfast, lunch and prizes. Proceeds will support the art programs in Casselberry and Seminole County. $55 per player, $90 for a twosome, $160 for a
Miscellaneous
“The Senator” Memorial and Clone Dedication: 10 a.m. March 2; Big Tree Park, 761General Hutchison Parkway, Longwood. To honor “The Senator” and celebrate Seminole County’s Centennial, a tree cloned from “The Senator” is coming hometo Big Tree Park. Join the Highlands Elementary School choir and members of the Florida Youth Symphony Orchestra for an uplifting and engaging performance. Free. 407-665-2180.