This is a guide to On-Going events occurring in the Orlando Central Florida area. Many are art exhibits, theater events, films, etc. that run for an extended period of time. This post will be updated weekly to include new events and changes that may occur. You will note that the first part of this post is organized by the end date of continuing events. The later portion is divided by the days of the week.
ON-GOING
DOUG BLOODWORTH & TOM O’HARA
What: Display of artwork from the two Florida-based artists
When: Thurs – Sat – noon – 6:30pm through July 15th
Where: The Gallery at Avalon Island
39 S. Magnolia Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-312-0708
www.GalleryAtAvalonIsland.com
FLAGMAN
What: Georgia artist Roger Ivens presents large-scale wooden flag assemblages and enduring images of American culture
When: Tues – Sat – 10am – 6pm through July 25th
Sun – noon – 5pm
Where: Jeanine Taylor Folk Art
211 E. First St
Sanford
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-323-2774
CHANGING LANDSCAPE, CHANGING VISIONS
What: Four exhbitions examine the role of the landscape and environment on the American experience
When: Tues – Fri – 10am – 4pm through July 25th
Sat & Sun – noon – 4pm
Where: Orlando Museum of Art
2416 N Mills Ave
Orlando
Cost: $8
Contact: 407-896-4231
www.omart.org
CLYDE BUTCHER: BIG CYPRESS SWAMP & THE WESTERN EVERGLADES
What: Four exhbitions examine the role of the landscape and environment on the American experience
When: Tues – Fri – 10am – 4pm through July 25th
Sat & Sun – noon – 4pm
Where: Orlando Museum of Art
2416 N Mills Ave
Orlando
Cost: $8
Contact: 407-896-4231
N. U. N. SKETCH
What: Drawing and art session featuring costumed models in a themed scene
When: Wed – 6:30 – 9pm through July 28th
Where: Cameo Theatre
1013 E. Colonial Dr
Orlando
Cost: $5 – 10
Contact: 407-403-5993
www.GOATGroup.com
ART IN CHAMBERS: ORIGINAL SINNS
What: the city of Winter Park displays paintings and mixed media works of Henry Sinn
When: Mon – Fri – 8am – 5pm through July 30th
Where: Winter Park City Hall
401 S. Park Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-599-3498
RECYCLED, WRAPPED & SEWN: WORKS BY COURTNEY PUCKETT
What: The artist presents large sculptures with found objects
When: Mon – Fri – 9am – 5pm through July 30th
Where: Anita S. Wooten Gallery
Valencia Community College East Campus
701 N. Econlockhatchee Trl
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-582-2289
SYMBOLS
What: Featuring recent paintings by Parker Sketch
When: Mon – Thurs – noon – 9pm through July 30th
Fri – Sun – noon – 5pm
Where: Gallery Q
946 N. Mills Ave
Orlando
Cost: Donation
Contact: 407-228-8272
MATT WOODHAM
What: The Apopka artist displays his paintings inspired by the co-existence of organic and man-made
When: Mon – Sat – 9am – 9pm through July 31st
Sun – noon – 6pm
Where: Artistree Co-op
1600 Edgewater Dr
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-999-5251
SPLASH
What: PB&J Theatre Factory production of the summertime comedy
When: Tues – Fri – 7pm through August 1st
Sat – 4 & 7pm
Sun – 2pm
Where: Lowndes Shakespeare Center – Goldman Theater
812 E. Rollins St
Orlando
Cost: $15
Contact: 407-447-1700
WHAT WE SEE WHEN WE LOOK BACK
What: Featuring work by Danielle DeGuglimo, Josh Erickson and Nelson Hallonquist
When: Mon – Fri – 10am – 5pm through August 6th
Where: Twelve21 Gallery
1221C N. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-982-4357
HIT THE BEACH
What: Annie Laurie Wells and Tiffany George present paintings celebrating beach culture
When: Tues – Fri – noon – 5pm through August 7th
Sat 11am – 4pm
Where: Creative Spirit Art Gallery
(Inside Harwood Watson Dance Studio)
820A Lake Baldwin Lane
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-228-0005
THE JAPAN CRAZE & WESTERN ART
What: Reflections of the transforming influence of Japan in the late 19th century
When: Tues – Sat – 9:30am – 4pm through August 8th
Sun 1 – 4pm
Where: Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
445 N. Park Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $1 – 3
Contact: 407-645-5311
ORLANDO LANDMARKS: PHOTO TRANSFERS BY BARBARA ERY
What: Collection of 30 photo transfers highlights the history of Central Florida
When: Mon – Sat – 10am – 5pm through August 8th
Sun noon – 5pm
Where: Orange County Regional History Center
65 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: $9
Contact: 407-836-8500
www.TheHistoryCenter.org
BRICE STEPHENS ART SHOW
What: The local artist displays ink and acrylic glass paintings created on window panes
When: Tues – Sat – noon – 7pm through August 11th
Sun – noon – 5pm
Where: Mother Falcon Clothing
817 E. Washington St
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-423-3060
THE ARTWORK OF MARLEN MUCCIO & PRAYONG DEEYING OPENING RECEPTION
What: The two artists present traditional paintings, realistic portraiture, photography and a life-size bronze sculpture
When: Thurs – Sat – noon – 6:30pm through August 13th
Where: The Gallery at Avalon Island
39 S. Magnolia Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-312-0708
www.GalleryAtAvalonIsland.com
WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE!
What: 14 Seminole County artists and sculptors bring Florida’s wildlife indoors to celebrate the state’s biological diversity
When: Tues – Fri – 1 – 5pm through August 14th
Sat – 9am – 1pm
Where: Museum of Seminole County History
300 Bush Blvd
Sanford
Cost: $3
Contact: 407-665-2489
CREATIVE NATIVES
What: A collection of artists showcasing mural-type installations, original paintings, large-scale etchings and sculpture
When: Thurs – Sat – 6 – 10pm through August 14th
Where: Neon Forest Gallery
1741 S. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 321-217-1675
www.NeonForestGallery.com
FROM DUST TO LIFE
What: The Arts Hub Florida and curator Mendi Cowles present a solo exhibition featuring the free-form artwork of Jason L. Lee
When: Mon – Fri – 4:30pm – 2am through August 15th
Sat & Sun – 8pm – 2am
Where: Peacock Room
1321 N. Mills Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-228-0048
www.PeacockRoom.com
SHADES OF GREY
What: Paintings and drawings hitting the greyscale palette by Rustin Robinson
When: Thurs & Fri – 10am – 11pm through August 18th
Sat – 8pm – midnight
Where: Blank Space
201 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-481-9001
www.BlankSpaceArt.net
ROCK N’ ROLL LASER LIGHT SHOW
What: Classic rock hits the Cinedome with bright lasers and pounding music by the Beatles, Pink Floyd and other legends
When: Saturdays – 7, 8, 9, & 10pm through August 21st
Where: Orlando Science Center
777 E. Princeton St.
Orlando
Cost: $13
Contact: 407-514-2000
TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE
What: FantasyLand Theatrical production based on the autobiographical book by accomplished journalist Mitch Albom
When: Tues & Wed – 8pm through August 25th
Where: The Pointe Performing Arts Center
9101 International Dr
Orlando
Cost: $20
Contact: 407-374-3587
ZORA NEALE HURSTON: THE LEGACY OF INSPIRED REALITY
What: Works by numerous artists inspired by Hurston’s writings and life
When: Mon – Fri – 9am – 4pm through August 27th
Where: Zora Neale Hurston National Museum of Fine Arts
227 E. Kennedy Blvd
Eatonville
Cost: Donation
Contact: 407-647-3307
NUNSENSE A-MEN
What: FantasyLand Theatrical Productions presents the original Nunsense musical comedy played by male performers
When: Fri – 8pm through August 27th
Where: The Pointe Performing Arts Center
9101 International Dr
Orlando
Cost: $20
Contact: 407-374-3587
GREATER TUNA
What: FantasyLand Theatrical Productions presents Taylor Morgan and Christian St. John starring in the hilarious story of citizens in small-town Tuna, Texas
When: Thurs & Sat – 8pm through August 28th
Where: The Pointe Performing Arts Center
9101 International Dr
Orlando
Cost: $20
Contact: 407-374-3587
KNUFFLE FUNNY: THE ART & WHIMSY OF MO WILLEMS
What: Sketches and pictures from the best-selling illustrator and author
When: Tues – Fri – 10am – 4pm through August 29th
Sat & Sun – noon – 4pm
Where: Orlando Museum of Art
2416 N Mills Ave
Orlando
Cost: $8
Contact: 407-896-4231
www.omart.org
PAINT OUT EXHIBIT
What: The center displays 24 paintings created during the annual Winter Park Paint Out event in April
When: Mon – Fri – 8:30am – 5pm through August 30th
Where: Winter Park Welcome Center & Chamber of Commerce
151 W. Lyman Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-644-8281
www.WinterPark.org
ARTIST INCUBATOR
What: Indoor/outdoor art market for local artists to display and sell their work
When: Thurs – 10am – 9pm through August 30th
Fri – 10am – 1pm
Where: Blank Space
201 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-481-9010
SUB-ZERO
What: Explore the coldest substances the world has ever seen including ice, snow, liquid Nitrogen and Carbonic Acid
When: Saturdays – 6 & 7pm through August 30th
Where: Orlando Science Center
777 E. Princeton St.
Orlando
Cost: $17
Contact: 407-514-2000
30TH ANNUAL JURIED STUDENT SHOW
What: Crealdé students showcase their finest work
When: Mon – Thurs – 9am – 4pm through August 31st
Fri – Sat – 9am – 1pm
Where: Creadle School of Art
600 St. Andrew Blvd
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-671-1886
IF A STARFISH CAN GROW AN ARM, WHY CAN’T I?
What: Explore tissue engineering with this interactive exhibit about health and new medical techonology
When: 10am – 5pm except Wednesday through September 1st
Where: Orlando Science Center
777 E. Princeton St.
Orlando
Cost: $17
Contact: 407-514-2000
JOHN GRABACH & HENRY GASSER: TEACHER & STUDENT
What: The collection captures the harsh realities of American coastal living
When: Tues – Sat – 10:30am – 4:30pm through September 1st
Sun – noon – 4:30
Where: Mennello Museum of American Art
900 E. Princeton St.
Orlando
Cost: $4
Contact: 407-246-4278
www.MennelloMuseum.org
A CHURCH RECORD: PHOTOGRAPHS FROM THE TIFFANY STUDIOS ECCLESIASTICAL DEPARTMENT
What: The museum features a collection of more than 30 archival images of memorial stones, baptismal fonts and other ecclesiastical art
When: Tues – Sat – 9:30am – 4pm through September 4th
Sun 1 – 4pm
Where: Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
445 N. Park Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $3
Contact: 407-645-5311
www.MorseMuseum.org
WILLIAM VINCENT KIRKPATRICK: AMERICAN IMPRESSIONIST
What: Showcasing the collection of the late painter and former Maitland Art Center student
When: Tues – Sun – 11am – 4pm through September 5th
Where: Maitland Art Center
231 W. Packwood Ave
Maitland
Cost: $3
Contact: 407-539-2181
www.MaitlandArtCenter.org
FROGS
What: The Audubon National Institute offers a look at the role of these amphibians in some of nature’s most delicate ecosystems, featuring over 20 species of frog
When: 10am – 5pm except Wednesday through September 6th
Where: Orlando Science Center
777 E. Princeton St.
Orlando
Cost: $17
Contact: 407-514-2000
DIABETES: A DEEPER LOOK
What: Interactive traveling exhibit, shaped as a walk-through blood vessel, explores the widespread health issue
When: 10am – 5pm except Wednesday through September 30th
Where: Orlando Science Center
777 E. Princeton St.
Orlando
Cost: $17
Contact: 407-514-2000
RENT
What: Jonathan Larson’s award-winning rock musical
When: Fri & Sat – 8pm through Dec 19th
Sun – 7pm
Where: Greater Orlando Actors Theatre
669 Cherry St
Orlando
Cost: $18
Contact: 407-872-8451
NEON DANCE FOR ADULTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
What: special dance for adults with disabilities
When: twice monthly
Where: Loch Haven Park Neighborhood Center
610 N. Lake Formosa Dr.
Orlando
Cost: $1
Contact: 407-896-9372
ART IN CHAMBERS
When: Mon – Fri – 8am – 5pm
Where: Winter Park City Hall
401 S. Park Ave.
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-599-3498
MUSIC IN THE LIBRARY
What: various artists
When: various times Fri & Sat
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7480
www.ocls.info
SUNDAY
NEON FOREST ARTS & CRAFTS BAZAAR
What: Vendors including A Rare Bird Designs, Etoile Boutique, Lure Design, Vintage & Studs, Bleu’s Doll Party, Lucy Furs and Black Bean Deli
When: 10AM – 4PM
Where: Neon Forest Gallery
1741 S. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 321-217-1675
www.NeonForestGallery.com
JAZZ & BLUES OUTDOOR MARKET EXPERIENCE
What: Musicians take the stage throughout the day among a variety of vendors
When: 11am – 5pm
Where: Veranda Park
2295 S. Hiawassee Rd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-822-0941
www.VerandaPartners.com
MUSIC AT THE CASA – SUNDAY OPEN HOUSE
When: noon
Where: Casa Feliz
656 Park Ave. N
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-628-8200
SUNDAY STORYTIME
What: fun reading of a story for children
When: 1pm
Where: Barnes & Noble
2418 E. Colonial Drive
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-894-6024
FILMFEST
What: monthly short film competition
When: Third Sunday – 1pm
Where: Enzian Theater
1300 S. Orlando Ave.
Maitland
Cost: $5
Contact: 407-629-0054
www.Enzian.org
MONDAY
STORYTELLING AT LEU GARDENS
What: for 18 months to 5 years old
When: Third Monday – 10am
Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N Forest Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-246-2620
THE DAILYCITY.COM PANEL SERIES
What: Mark Baratelli hosts a monthly talk on local topics
When: First Monday
Where: CoLab Orlando
37 N. Orange Ave – Ste. 600
Orlando
Cost: $5
TUESDAY
ABC’s & 123’s – PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAM
What: for children 3 – 6 with their adult caregiver including recreation, story time & crafts
When: 9:30 – 11am
Where: Barnett Park
4801 W. Colonial Dr
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-836-6248
SPEAKEASY
What: Host Tod Caviness invites readers and ranters to say their piece on the stage
When: Tuesday – 9pm
Where: Will’s Pub
1042 N. Mills Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-898-5070
www.myspace.com/willspub
GOLF LECTURE SERIES
What: PGA and LPGA pros speak on issues of golf media, history, fitness and more
When: Second Tuesday
Where: Winter Park Country Club
761 Old New England Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $10
2ND TUESDAY
What: Galleries along Virginia Drive open their doors for a monthly art walk
When: Second Tuesday
Where: Comma Gallery
813 Virginia Dr
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-376-1400
WEDNESDAY
ORGANIC GROWER’S MEETING
What: Nonprofit promoting methods for green living and sustainability with interactive events and activities
When: Third Wednesday through June 28th
Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N. Forest Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-246-2620
TECHNICALLY, WE’RE DRINKING
What: Monthly gathering for local artistic and tech-oriented professionals
When: First Wednesday – 6pm
Where: The Monkey Bar
26 Wall Street Plaza
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-481-1030
www.WallStPlaza.net
AUDUBON PARK COMMUNITY MARKET
What: local and organic produce, healthy local food, vegan and vegetarian selections, massage, sustainable and functional crafts, educational speakers, live local music, and kids’ educational activities
When: Wednesdays – 6 – 9pm
Where: Stardust Video & Coffee
1842 E. Winter Park Dr.
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-623-3393
www.audubonparkmarket.com
THURSDAY
ABC’s & 123’s – PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAM
What: for children 3 – 6 with their adult caregiver including recreation, story time & crafts
When: 9:30 – 11am
Where: Barnett Park
4801 W. Colonial Dr
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-836-6248
WHAT’S UP DOWNTOWN
What: Officials and business leaders speak about recent Orlando developments
When: First Thursday
Where: Downtown Orlando Information Center
201 S. Orange Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-839-4824
COLLEGE PARK FARMER’S MARKET
What: Specializing in local and organic vendors, artists and live music each week
When: 5 – 9pm
Where: Infusion Tea
1600 Edgewater Dr
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-999-5255
www.InfusionOrlando.com
FIRST THURSDAYS
What: a new art theme by local artists, live music, cash bar
When: 6 – 9pm
Where: Orlando Museum of Art
2416 N. Mills Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Free to OMA members; others $10
Contact: 407-896-4231
ALIVE AFTER FIVE
What: Downtown street party featuring food and wine sampling, art displays and live music
When: Second Thursdays
Where: Downtown Sanford
W First St & S Park Ave
Sanford
Cost: Free – $5
THIRD THURSDAY’S
What: art in downtown Orlando at various locations from 6-9pm
Where: City Arts Factory (Orange & Pine)
The Office Gallery (47 E. Robinson)
A.K.A. Lounge (68 E. Pine)
Gallery at Avalon Island & Guinevere’s (Magnolia & Pine)
Cost: Free
POPCORN FLICKS
What: outdoor screening of a movie
When: 2nd Thursday – 8pm
Where: Central Park Stage
Park Avenue
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-599-3334
www.Enzian.org
FRIDAY
FIRST FRIDAY ART STROLL IN IVANHOE VILLAGE
What: The ArtsHub presents a sidewalk stroll bursting with local artwork displays and live music
When: First Friday – 6 – 9pm
Where: Ivanhoe Village Main Street
Orange Ave btwn New Hampshire & Princeton Aves
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-484-5839
www.IvanhoeVillage.org
FOURTH FRIDAY
What: Monthly party featuring art on a different theme, plus music, drinks and hors d’oeuvres
When: Fourth Friday
Where: Downtown Sanford
W First St & S Park Ave
Sanford
Cost: $5
SANFORD PUB CRAWL
What: Monthly trail hike through the bars of downtown Sanford
When: First Friday – 6pm
Where: Limoncello’s Waterfront
530 N. Palmetto Ave
Sanford
Cost: $15
Contact: 407-323-1911
ART BIZARRE HAPPY HOUR
What: Monthly gathering for local artists to showcase works, with menu discounts
When: First Friday
Where: Austins Coffee
929 W. Fairbanks Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-975-3364
www.AustinsCoffee.com
FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE
What: concerts in an outdoor setting
When: 7 – 9pm
Where: Cranes Roost Park
Uptown Altamonte
Altamonte Springs
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-571-8863
www.UptownAltamonte.com
FRANKIE’S SHOW & TELL
What: weekly art party featuring music and refreshments and spotlighting a local artist
When: 7 – 9pm
Where: Taste Restaurant
717 W. Smith St.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-0646
www.TasteCP.com
MOUNT DORA AT NIGHT & GHOST WALK
What: A shopping and dining experience of the town, followed by a tour of spooky history and locations
When: Third Friday
Where: Downtown Mount Dora
E Fifth Ave & N Donnelly St
Mount Dora
Cost: Free
Contact: 352-383-5451
DATE NIGHT AT THE GARDENS
What: outdoor screening; bring picnic basket, blanket chairs; concessions available
When: First Friday – 8:30pm – gates open 6pm
Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N. Forest Ave.
Orlando
Cost: $7 adults; $2 children; Garden members free
Contact: 407-246-2620
SATURDAY
GET FIT LAKE MARY
When: through May 29th
Boot Camp – 9am
Zumba – 10am
Youth Fitness – 10am
Where: Central Park
100 N Country Club Rd
Lake Mary
Cost: $1
Contact: 407-585-1428
FREECYCLE
What: Bring your unwanted items to give away and maybe pick up some used treasures
When: First Saturday
Where: Ethos Vegan Kitchen
1235 N. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-228-3899
www.EthosVeganKitchen.com
SERENDIPITY SQUARE
What: swap meet with vendors & entertainment
When: Second Saturday’s
Where: Dandelion Communitea Café
618 N. Thornton Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-362-1864
MOVIES AT THE MANOR
What: outdoor screening on family favorites
When: 6pm
Where: Highland Manor
604 E. Main St
Cost: Free – bring blankets & chairs – snacks available for under $5
Contact: 407-886-6226
MOVIES IN THE PARK
What: outdoor screening on family favorites
When: Third Saturday’s
Where: Central Park at Lake Mary City Hall
100 Country Club Road
Lake Mary
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-324-3002
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This is a guide to a smattering of events occurring in the Greater Orlando Central Florida area. The sections are divided into Art, Music, Theater, Food, Nature, Etc. There is surely something for everyone. There is also an extensive complementary list of On-Going events in the area as well & you can find those by Clicking Here! These are events that either occur on a regular basis or are special events for an extended period of time such as Art Exhibitions & the Theater.
ART
WELCOME TO THE FOREST
What: The gallery’s introductory exhibit features a contemporary collection of paintings, sculptures and installations
When: Thurs – Sat – 6 – 10pm through July 12th
Where: Neon Forest Gallery
1741 S. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 321-217-1675
www.NeonForestGallery.com
MATT WOODHAM
What: The Apopka artist displays his paintings inspired by the co-existence of organic and man-made
When: July 8 – 6:30 – 8:30pm
Where: Artistree Co-op
1600 Edgewater Dr
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-999-5251
BRICE STEPHENS ART SHOW
What: The local artist displays ink and acrylic glass paintings created on window panes
When: July 8 – 7 – 10pm
Where: Mother Falcon Clothing
817 E. Washington St
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-423-3060
HERITAGE COLLECTION: PHOTOGRAPHS AND ORAL HISTORIES OF WEST WINTER PARK OPENING RECEPTION
What: Peter Schreyer curates an exhibit of 125 pieces that make up the historic collection of West Winter Park
When: July 9 – 6 – 8pm
Where: Hannibal Square Heritage Center
642 W. New England Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-539-2680
www.HannibalSquareHeritageCenter.org
FLAGMAN
What: Georgia artist Roger Ivens presents large-scale wooden flag assemblages and enduring images of American culture
When: July 9 – 6 – 9pm
Where: Jeanine Taylor Folk Art
211 E. First St
Sanford
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-323-2774
HIT THE BEACH
What: Annie Laurie Wells and Tiffany George present paintings celebrating beach culture
When: July 9 – 6 – 9pm
Where: Creative Spirit Art Gallery
(Inside Harwood Watson Dance Studio)
820A Lake Baldwin Lane
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-228-0005
WHAT WE SEE WHEN WE LOOK BACK
What: Featuring work by Danielle DeGuglimo, Josh Erickson and Nelson Hallonquist
When: July 9 – 7 – 11pm
Where: Twelve21 Gallery
1221C N. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-982-4357
AUTHOR
UNSPOILED RECEPTION AND SIGNING
What: Authors Bill Belleville and Dawn Evans Radford informally discuss their collection of essays featuring sources who oppose drilling in the Gulf
When: July 8 – 6 – 8:30pm
Where: Maya Books
205A E. First St
Sanford
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-321-6504
www.UnspoiledBook.com &
www.myspace.com/MayaBooksAndMusic
AUTHOR CHRIS WHALEY BOOK SIGNING
What: The Winter Springs author brings to life a new superhero in his The Masked Saint
When: July 10 – 1 – 3pm
Where: Acme Comics, Cards & Collectibles
905 E. SR 434 # 100
Longwood
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-331-0433
KY-MANI MARLEY BOOK SIGNING
What: The singer presents her book Dear Dad along with an acoustic performance
When: July 10 – 5pm
Where: The Social
54 N. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free with RSVP
Contact: 407-246-1419
www.TheSocial.org
LUCILLE O’NEAL, AUTHOR DISCUSSION AND BOOK SIGNING
What: The mother of NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal shares her book Walk Like You Have Somewhere to Go
When: July 13 – 7pm
Where: Barnes & Noble
2418 E. Colonial Dr
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-894-6024
MOVIE/THEATER
25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
What: Orlando Youth Theatre production of the quirky musical directed by Jason Whitehead
When: July 7 – 10 – 7pm
10 – 11 – 2:30pm
Where: Orlando Youth Theatre
398 W. Amelia St
Orlando
Cost: $10
Contact: 407-254-4930
WTF THEATER
What: Showing of the classic film Grease starring John Travolta
When: July 7 – 8pm
Where: Little Fish Huge Pond
309 E. First St
Sanford
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-920-1321
www.LittleFish-HugePond.com
POPCORN FLICKS IN THE PARK
What: Outdoor showing of Men in Black
When: July 8 – 8pm
Where: Central Park Stage
Park Avenue
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-599-3334
www.Enzian.org
WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF
What: UCF Conservatory Theatre presents Edward Albee’s fiercely ferocious Tony Award-winning drama
When: July 8 – 10 – 8pm
11th – 2pm
Where: UCF Conservatory Theatre
12501 Research Pkwy
Orlando
Cost: $17
Contact: 407-823-1500
THE HOBBIT
What: In The Limelight production of the enchanting voyage of Bilbo Baggins
When: July 9 – 7pm
10th – 1pm
Where: Lowndes Shakespeare Center – Goldman Theater
812 E. Rollins St
Orlando
Cost: $10
Contact: 407-447-1700
MY FAVS!
What: Cabaret starring Andrea Canny with music provided by pianist Kyle Mattingly
When: July 9 – 7:30pm
10th – 7:30 & 9:30pm
Where: Winter Park Playhouse
711B Orange Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $15
Contact: 407-645-0145
ANNIE
What: Theatre Downtown musical production about the freckle-faced orphan
When: July 9 – 10, 15 – 17, 22 – 24, 29 – 31 – 8pm
18, 25 & 8/1 – 2:30pm
Where: Theatre Downtown
2113 N. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: $18
Contact: 407-841-0083
SUNSET CINEMA
What: Outdoor screening of family films
When: July 10 – 8pm
Where: Cranes Roost Park
Uptown Altamonte
Altamonte Springs
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-571-8863
www.UptownAltamonte.com
CULT CLASSICS: THE CITY OF LOST CHILDREN
What: Showing of the imaginative fantasy film by Jean-Pierre Jeunet
When: July 13 – 9:30pm
Where: Enzian Theater
1300 S. Orlando Ave
Maitland
Cost: $5
Contact: 407-629-0054
www.Enzian.org
CHILDREN
HANGING OUT AT THE PORCH
What: Children’s Library offers afternoon games, crafts, movies and more
When: July 9 – 3pm
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
www.ocls.info
FAMILY FUNSHOP: FREEWHEELIN’ AND FLYWHEELIN’ FUN WITH IBRICK ACADEMY
What: Create your own LEGO model, prizes awarded for the best in each class
When: July 10 – 10:30 – 12:30pm
Where: Orange County Regional History Center
65 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: $3 – 5
Contact: 407-836-8500
www.TheHistoryCenter.org
NATURE – LANDSCAPING – ENVIRONMENT
STORIES OF THE NIGHT SKY
What: As part of the cultural astronomy series, this show details the myths, legends and facts related to two or three constellations in the current night’s sky
When: July 9 & 23 – 8:30pm
Where: Seminole State College Planetarium
100 Weldon Blvd
Sanford
Cost: $6
Contact: 407-708-2360
SECOND SATURDAY: THIS LAND IS YOUR LAND
What: Oakland Nature Preserve explores the natural beauty of Florida and preservation issues facing the state
When: July 10 – 2pm
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
www.ocls.info
SKIES DOWN UNDER: SOUTHERN ASTRONOMY
What: look at six constellations only viewable in the Southern Hemisphere
When: July 16 & 30 – 8:30 – 9:30pm
Where: Seminole State College Planetarium
100 Weldon Blvd
Sanford
Cost: $6
Contact: 407-708-2360
FOOD & DRINK
COLLEGE PARK FARMER’S MARKET
What: Specializing in local and organic vendors, artists and live music each week
When: July 8 – 5 – 9pm
Where: Infusion Tea
1600 Edgewater Dr
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-999-5255
www.InfusionOrlando.com
FUNDRAISING
STUDS & SUDS AND BABES & BUBBLES
What: The adult store hosts a car wash with professional models and donation drive to benefit the Mustard Seed
When: July 10 – 11am – 4pm
Where: Fairvilla Adult Mega Store
1740 N Orange Blossom Trl
Orlando
Cost: Donation
Contact: 407-425-6005
ADOPT A PELICAN BICYCLE RIDE
What: 40-mile bike ride to raise money for The International Bird Rescue and Research Center
When: July 11 – 8am
Where: Colonial Town Park
200 Colonial Center Pkwy
Lake Mary
Cost: $10 Donation
Contact: 407-444-0484
www.LM-HeathrowFestival.com
ETC
ALIVE AFTER FIVE: INTERNATIONAL NIGHT
What: Food and drink sampling, local art and sidewalk shops with live music by Harry and the Alternators
When: July 8 – 5pm
Where: Downtown Sanford
W First St & S Park Ave
Sanford
Cost: $7
Contact: 407-302-2586
GRAND OPENING WEEKEND
What: The newest location opens with live music on the patio, karaoke, sets by DJ GRE-DE and an appearance by Chicago Cubs Hall of Famer Glenn Becker
When: July 9 – 11 – 5pm
Where: Friendly Confines
7052 CR 46A
Lake Mary
Cost: Free
Contact: 321-257-0536
SECOND ANNUAL BASTILLE DAY
What: French wine, a pretend poodle parade, mimes, and live music by Cirque du Soleil’s Benoit Glazer, guitarist John Gallagher and others
When: July 10 – 2 – 10pm
Where: Audubon Park Garden District Shops
E. Winter Park Rd & Corrine Dr
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-590-8776
www.APGardens.com
BREAKTHROUGH THEATRE ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
What: The theatre celebrates one year with food, entertainment and door prizes
When: July 11 – 7pm
Where: Breakthrough Theatre of Winter Park
419A Fairbanks Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $18 – 25
Contact: 407-920-4034
www.BreakthroughTheatre.com
COMMUNITY HEALTH AWARENESS
What: Dr. Yen Nguyen shares tips on raising a healthy, drug-free family
When: July 13 – 6:30pm
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
www.ocls.info
For information on Orlando real estate and Orlando homes for sale in addition to Orlando relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Greater Orlando Area Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.
To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.
Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034
You can read Marc’s other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker
Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.
Marc It Sold!
Here’s a look at free fireworks displays in the Greater Orlando Central Florida area. Hope everyone has a safe and fun 4th of July!
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS
RED, HOT & BOOM
What: 15th annual Independence Day celebration with vendors, fireworks and live music by Big 10-4, 2am Club, Neon Trees and others
When: July 3 – 4 – 11pm
Where: Cranes Roost Park
274 Cranes Roost Blvd
Altamonte Springs
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-571-8863
www.UptownAltamonte.com
CELEBRATION
A FLASHBACK 4TH OF JULY
What: ’50s themed costume contest, fireworks and music by The Dixieland Jazz Band
When: July 4 – 5:30pm
Where: Celebration Town Center
690 Celebration Ave
Celebration
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-566-1202
ORLANDO
4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
What: Avalon Park marks the American holiday with an apple pie bake-off, home-run derby, hot dog-eating contest and, of course, firework
When: July 4 – 5 – 9pm
Where: Avalon Park Town Center
13001 Founders Square Dr
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-658-6565
www.AvalonPark.com
4TH OF JULY BASH AT BALDWIN PARK
What: Baldwin Park Rotary Club presents a watermelon seed-spitting contest, homemade apple pie contest, most patriotic dog contest and more
When: July 3 – 4 – 10pm
Where: Baldwin Park
New Broad & Jake Sts
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: www.BaldwinParkRotary.org
4TH FEST
What: Celebrate our independence with live music from over 25 bands including Happy Valley, 1991, Mumpsy, Great Deceivers and others
When: July 4 – 1:30 – 9pm
Where: Gaston Edwards Park
1236 N. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-484-5839
FIREWORKS AT THE FOUNTAIN
What: A patriotic Independence Day celebration with live entertainment and an appearance by Mayor Buddy Dyer
When: July 4 – 4 – 10pm
Where: Lake Eola Park
N Rosalind Ave & E Washington St
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-246-2827
www.CityOfOrlando.net
SANFORD
RED, WHITE & ZOO
What: Summer fun with music, food, a waterslide and animal encounters in honor of the 4th
When: July 3 & 4 – 9am – 3pm
Where: Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
3755 N. US Hwy 17-92
Sanford
Cost: $11.95
Contact: 407-323-4450
www.CentralFloridaZoo.org
STAR SPANGLED SANFORD
What: 4th of July celebration on the Riverwalk with a picnic, splash pad and fireworks over Lake Monroe
When: July 4 – 6pm
Where: Fort Mellon Park
1000 E. First St
Sanford
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-301-5732
WINTER GARDEN
PARTY IN THE PARK
What: Winter Garden Parks & Recreation hosts games, food, children’s crafts and live music by the Porch Dogs
When: July 3 – 5 – 9:30pm
Where: Newton Park
29 Garden Ave
Winter Garden
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-656-4155
WINTER PARK
OLDE FASHIONED 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
What: Patriotic music by the Bach Festival Brass Band, horse-drawn wagon rides and performances by the Orlando Cloggers and the Rockin’ Roadster Road Show
When: July 3 – 9am – 1pm
Where: Central Park
N. Park Ave & W. Morse Blvd
Winter Park
Cost: Free
INDEPENDENCE FOR THE ANIMALS VEGAN POTLUCK PICNIC
What: Bring your favorite vegan dish and join the Animal Rights Foundation of Florida for the 11th annual Independence Day picnic
When: July 3 – 2pm
Where: Mead Gardens
1300 S. Denning Dr
Winter Park
Cost: $3 donation – rain or shine
Contact: 407-968-2400
www.AnimalRightsFlorida.org
WINTER SPRINGS
CELEBRATION OF FREEDOM 10
What: The park hosts a Star-Spangled Showcase singing competition, performances by the Winter Springs’ Performing Arts, 17-170 Band, Rock the Nations and fireworks
When: July 4 – 5 – 9:30pm
Where: Central Winds Park
1000 E SR 434
Winter Springs
Cost: Free
Contact: www.WinterSpringsFL.org
For information on Orlando real estate and Orlando homes for sale in addition to Orlando relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Greater Orlando Area Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.
To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.
Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034
You can read Marc’s other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker
Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.
Marc It Sold!
This is a guide to a smattering of events occurring in the Greater Orlando Central Florida area. The sections are divided into Art, Music, Theater, Food, Nature, Etc. There is surely something for everyone. There is also an extensive complementary list of On-Going events in the area as well & you can find those by Clicking Here! These are events that either occur on a regular basis or are special events for an extended period of time such as Art Exhibitions & the Theater.
ART
1ST THURSDAYS: INTO THE WILD
What: Experience the artistic splendors of nature along with a short film by Matt Morris, ecological talk-backs, jazz music by Please Respect Our Decadence and more
When: July 1 – 6 – 9pm
Where: Orlando Museum of Art
2416 N. Mills Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Free to OMA members; others $10
Contact: 407-896-4231
www.omart.org
FIRST THURSDAYS: THOMAS BROOKS
What: Showcasing works by the Florida back country artist
When: July 1 – 6 – 9pm
Where: Fredlund Gallery
221 S. Knowles Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-622-0102
www.FredlundGallery.com
FIRST FRIDAY ART STROLL IN IVANHOE VILLAGE
What: The ArtsHub presents a sidewalk stroll bursting with local artwork displays and live mucis by Tr
When: July 2 – 6 – 9pm
Where: Ivanhoe Village Main Street
Orange Ave btwn New Hampshire & Princeton Aves
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-484-5839
INDEPENDENCE DAY OPEN HOUSE
What: The museum will display its 1798 cream jug by American patriot and Boston silversmith Paul Revere
When: July 3 – 9:30am – 4pm
4th – 1 – 4pm
Where: Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
445 N. Park Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-645-5311
www.MorseMuseum.org
AUTHOR
ALLEN F. HOOKER BOOK SIGNING
What: The Lakeland author will be available to sign copies of his book, My Friends & Heroes: One Veteran’s Quest to Share America’s Living History
When: July 2 – 11am – 1pm
Where: Java Lava
47 E. Robinson St
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-770-1818
www.JavaLavaCoffeeShops.com
PAT BENATAR BOOK SIGNING
What: The singer will sign copies of her tell-all book, Between a Heart and a Rock Place
When: July 3 – 12:30pm
Where: Barnes & Noble
7900 W. Sand Lake Rd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-345-0900
DANCE
ORLANDO SALSA CONGRESS
What: Latin dance workshops, pool and dance parties, and live music by The Mambo Swing Orchestra and Domingo Quinones
When: July 1- 4 – various times
Where: Hilton Orlando
6001 Destination Pkwy
Orlando
Cost: $15 – 225
Contact: 407-313-4300
www.OrlandoCongress.com
MOVIE/THEATER
WTF THEATER
What: Showing of Logan’s Run and Car Wash
When: June 30 – 8pm
Where: Little Fish Huge Pond
309 E. First St
Sanford
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-920-1321
www.LittleFish-HugePond.com
ULTIMATE WAVE TAHITI
What: Follow world surfing champion Kelly Slater as he seeks out the perfect wave
When: July 1- 4 – noon & 3pm
Where: Orlando Science Center
777 E. Princeton St.
Orlando
Cost: $17
Contact: 407-514-2000
www.osc.org
THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE, JR.
What: Orlando Youth Theatre presents a high-spirited New York City musical directed by Tim Hanes
When: July 1 – 3 – 7pm
Where: Orlando Youth Theatre
398 W. Amelia St
Orlando
Cost: $10
Contact: 407-254-4930
WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?
What: UCF Conservatory Theatre presents Edward Albee’s fiercely ferocious Tony Award-winning drama
When: July 1 – 3 & 8 – 10 – 8pm
4 & 11 – 2pm
Where: UCF Conservatory Theatre
12501 Research Parkway
Orlando
Cost: $17
Contact: 407-823-1500
THE TRAVELER’S REST
What: Remy Connor stars in a spectacle of magic, mentalism and mayhem
When: July 1 – 3 – 7 & 9pm
Where: Lowndes Shakespeare Center – Goldman Theater
812 E. Rollins St.
Orlando
Cost: $10 – 15
Contact: 407-447-1700
www.RemyConnor.com
INDEPENDENCE DAY
What: Free showing on the lawn in honor of the 4th of July
When: July 4 – 8pm
Where: Enzian Theater
1300 S. Orlando Ave
Maitland
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-629-0054
www.Enzian.org
CHILDREN
FIRE-CRACKIN’ FOURTH OF JULY WORKSHOP
What: Explore the science behind fireworks as you make crafts, eat snacks and listen to stories
When: July 3 – 9:30am – noon
Where: Orlando Science Center
777 E. Princeton St.
Orlando
Cost: $25 per parent/child couple
Contact: 407-514-2000
www.osc.org
HANGING OUT AT THE PORCH
What: Children’s Library offers afternoon games, crafts, movies and more
When: July 2 – 3pm
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
www.ocls.info
NATURE – LANDSCAPING – ENVIRONMENT
SKIES DOWN UNDER: SOUTHERN ASTRONOMY
What: look at six constellations only viewable in the Southern Hemisphere
When: July 2, 16 & 30 – 8:30 – 9:30pm
Where: Seminole State College Planetarium
100 Weldon Blvd
Sanford
Cost: $6
Contact: 407-708-2360
FOOD & DRINK
HARBOR NIGHTS AMERICANA
What: Independence Day-inspired food and wine celebration with music from the Robert Harris Group
When: July 2 – 6:30pm
Where: Lowe’s Portofino Bay Hotel
5601 Universal Blvd
Orlando
Cost: $35 – 45
Contact: 407-363-6890
FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATIONS
OLDE FASHIONED 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
What: Patriotic music by the Bach Festival Brass Band, horse-drawn wagon rides and performances by the Orlando Cloggers and the Rockin’ Roadster Road Show
When: July 3 – 9am – 1pm
Where: Central Park
N. Park Ave & W. Morse Blvd
Winter Park
Cost: Free
RED, WHITE & ZOO
What: Summer fun with music, food, a waterslide and animal encounters in honor of the 4th
When: July 3 & 4 – 9am – 3pm
Where: Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
3755 N. US Hwy 17-92
Sanford
Cost: $11.95
Contact: 407-323-4450
www.CentralFloridaZoo.org
INDEPENDENCE FOR THE ANIMALS VEGAN POTLUCK PICNIC
What: Bring your favorite vegan dish and join the Animal Rights Foundation of Florida for the 11th annual Independence Day picnic
When: July 3 – 2pm
Where: Mead Gardens
1300 S. Denning Dr
Winter Park
Cost: $3 donation – rain or shine
Contact: 407-968-2400
www.AnimalRightsFlorida.org
4TH OF JULY BASH AT BALDWIN PARK
What: Baldwin Park Rotary Club presents a watermelon seed-spitting contest, homemade apple pie contest, most patriotic dog contest and more
When: July 3 – 4 – 10pm
Where: Baldwin Park
New Broad & Jake Sts
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: www.BaldwinParkRotary.org
RED, HOT & BOOM
What: 15th annual Independence Day celebration with vendors, fireworks and live music by Big 10-4, 2am Club, Neon Trees and others
When: July 3 – 4 – 11pm
Where: Cranes Roost Park
274 Cranes Roost Blvd
Altamonte Springs
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-571-8863
www.UptownAltamonte.com
PARTY IN THE PARK
What: Winter Garden Parks & Recreation hosts games, food, children’s crafts and live music by the Porch Dogs
When: July 3 – 5 – 9:30pm
Where: Newton Park
29 Garden Ave
Winter Garden
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-656-4155
4TH FEST
What: Celebrate our independence with live music from over 25 bands including Happy Valley, 1991, Mumpsy, Great Deceivers and others
When: July 4 – 1:30 – 9pm
Where: Gaston Edwards Park
1236 N. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-484-5839
FIREWORKS AT THE FOUNTAIN
What: A patriotic Independence Day celebration with live entertainment and an appearance by Mayor Buddy Dyer
When: July 4 – 4 – 10pm
Where: Lake Eola Park
N Rosalind Ave & E Washington St
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-246-2827
www.CityOfOrlando.net
4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
What: Avalon Park marks the American holiday with an apple pie bake-off, home-run derby, hot dog-eating contest and, of course, firework
When: July 4 – 5 – 9pm
Where: Avalon Park Town Center
13001 Founders Square Dr
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-658-6565
www.AvalonPark.com
CELEBRATION OF FREEDOM 10
What: The park hosts a Star-Spangled Showcase singing competition, performances by the Winter Springs’ Performing Arts, 17-170 Band, Rock the Nations and fireworks
When: July 4 – 5 – 9:30pm
Where: Central Winds Park
1000 E SR 434
Winter Springs
Cost: Free
Contact: www.WinterSpringsFL.org
A FLASHBACK 4TH OF JULY
What: ’50s themed costume contest, fireworks and music by The Dixieland Jazz Band
When: July 4 – 5:30pm
Where: Celebration Town Center
690 Celebration Ave
Celebration
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-566-1202
STAR SPANGLED SANFORD
What: 4th of July celebration on the Riverwalk with a picnic, splash pad and fireworks over Lake Monroe
When: July 4 – 6pm
Where: Fort Mellon Park
1000 E. First St
Sanford
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-301-5732
For information on Orlando real estate and Orlando homes for sale in addition to Orlando relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Greater Orlando Area Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.
To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.
Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034
You can read Marc’s other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker
Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.
Marc It Sold!
This is a guide to a smattering of events occurring in the Greater Orlando Central Florida area. The sections are divided into Art, Music, Theater, Food, Nature, Etc. There is surely something for everyone. There is also an extensive complementary list of On-Going events in the area as well & you can find those by Clicking Here! These are events that either occur on a regular basis or are special events for an extended period of time such as Art Exhibitions & the Theater.
ART
SANFORD ART WALK
What: Stroll the streets of historic downtown Sanford with art displays and refreshments
When: June 25th
Where: Downtown Sanford
W First St & Sanford Ave
Sanford
Cost: Free
PAUSE – MOVIE ART SHOW
What: Original art inspired by films will be viewed and silently auctioned
When: June 26 – 7pm
Where: Redlight Redlight
745 Bennett Rd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-893-9832
www.myspace.com/TheRedlightRedlight
LITERARY/LECTURE
WALT DISNEY’S FLORIDA PROJECT
What: Chad Emerson discusses his book Project Future: The Inside Story Behind the Creation of Disney World
When: June 26 – 2pm
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
www.ocls.info
MOVIE/THEATER
9 PARTS OF DESIRE
What: Empty Spaces Theatre Company production of Heather Raffo’s in depth look at the lives of Iraqi women
When: Fri & Sun – 8pm through June 27th
Where: Lowndes Shakespeare Center
812 E. Rollins St
Orlando
Cost: $20
Contact: 407-447-1700
REINCARNATION SOUP
What: Viet Nguyen stars in a solo show that pays homage to his Vietnamese root
When: June 23 & 24 – 8pm
26th – 2pm
Where: Lowndes Shakespeare Center
812 E. Rollins St
Orlando
Cost: $10
Contact: 407-447-1700
SPLASH
What: UCF Conservatory Theatre joins the fun-loving gang from PB&J for an all-out beach party
When: June 23 – 26 – 8pm
27th – 2pm
Where: UCF Conservatory Theatre
12501 Research Pkwy
Orlando
Cost: $17
Contact: 407-823-1500
FEELIN’ GROOVY – A CABARET
What: Splash into summer with sounds from the ’60s
When: June 24 – 2pm
25th – 7:30pm
26th – 2 & 7:30pm
27th – 2pm
Where: Winter Park Playhouse
711 B Orange Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $24 – 32
Contact: 407-645-0145
ANNIE, JR.
What: In The Limelight musical production of the story of a spunky Depression-era orphan
When: June 25 – 7pm
26th – 1 & 7pm
Where: Lowndes Shakespeare Center
812 E. Rollins St
Orlando
Cost: $10
Contact: 407-447-1700
THE CLEAN HOUSE
What: Southern Winds Theatre presents a staged reading of the play by Tony and Pulitzer Prize-nominated playwright Sarah Ruhl
When: June 25 & 26 – 7:30pm
Where: Stardust Video & Coffee
1842 E. Winter Park Rd
Orlando
Cost: $7
Contact: 407-623-3393
www.StardustRules.com
SPRING AWAKENING: A CHILDREN’S TRAGEDY
What: The provocative musical featuring a new translation by award-winning novelist Jonathan Franzen
When: June 25 & 26 – 8pm
27th – 3pm
Where: Lowndes Shakespeare Center
812 E. Rollins St
Orlando
Cost: $15 – cash only
Contact: 407-271-9311
BUCKET LIST LUNCH: AMERICAN GRAFFITI
What: Showing of the 1973 coming-of-age tale by George Lucas
When: June 27 – 12:30pm
Where: Enzian Theater
1300 S. Orlando Ave.
Maitland
Cost: $5
Contact: 407-629-0054
www.Enzian.org
CHILDREN
HANGING OUT AT THE PORCH
What: Children’s Library offers afternoon games, crafts, movies and more
When: Wednesday – 3pm through June 30th
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
www.ocls.info
SUMMER FAMILY TOUR
What: Guided 45-minute tour through Morse Museum galleries
When: June 22 & 29 – 10 – 11am
Where: Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
445 N. Park Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free – advance reservations required
Contact: 407-645-5311
www.MorseMuseum.org
FRIDAY FAMILY FILM
What: Enjoy a short film, art activity, and gallery tour
When: June 25 – 10 – 11am
Where: Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
445 N. Park Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-645-5311
www.MorseMuseum.org
WILLY WONKA & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
What: Showing of the movie in the library
When: June 25 – noon
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
www.ocls.info
WILD THINGS ECO-ADVENTURE & ART CLASS
What: Meet live turtles and snakes and draw your favorite animal, as part of the Where The Wild Things Are exhibit
When: June 26 – 10 – 11am
Where: Museum of Seminole County History
300 Bush Blvd
Sanford
Cost: $3
Contact: 407-665-2489
PAWS TO READ
What: Be An Angel Therapy Dogs Ministry presents a reading program for children with certified therapy dogs
When: June 26 – 11:30am
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
www.ocls.info
NATURE – LANDSCAPING – ENVIRONMENT
GIFT OF THE NILE: THE EGYPTIANS
What: Explore the culture and contributions of the Egyptians to our understanding of the sky
When: June 25 – 8:30 – 9:30pm
Where: Seminole State College Planetarium
100 Weldon Blvd
Sanford
Cost: $6
Contact: 407-708-2360
SOL
What: Explore the impact of the sun on our planet and civilization
When: June 26 – 8:30 – 9:30pm
Where: Seminole State College Planetarium
100 Weldon Blvd
Sanford
Cost: $6
Contact: 407-708-2360
FOOD & DRINK
WINTER PARK SIP
What: 15 local restaurants feature wine tasting and appetizers
When: June 24 – 5:30 – 9pm
Where: Downtown Winter Park
Park Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $20 advance; $25 day of the event
Contact: 407-644-8281
SLOW DOWN AT THE BREWERY
What: Program to acquaint people with Central Florida’s slow and local food movements, featuring restaurant samples, discussions and more
When: June 24 – 7pm
Where: Orlando Brewing
1301 Atlanta Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-872-1117
www.OrlandoBrewing.com
BUBBLES & BAR-B-Q WINE TASTING
What: Sample several international wines paired with local barbecue cuisine
When: June 24 – 7:15pm
Where: Sanford Wine Company
114 S. Palmetto Ave
Sanford
Cost: $35
Contact: 407-302-8620
www.SanfordWineCompany.com
DINNER AT THE MARKET
What: Join Slow Food Orlando for shopping and dinner prepared by Chef Tony Adams of Big Wheel Provisions
When: June 28 – 6pm
Where: Audubon Community Market
1842 E. Winter Park Rd
Orlando
Cost: $7
FUNDRAISER
JEANS & JEWELS
What: The Friends of the Orlando Philharmonic host an informal party with a buffet and music
When: June 25 – 7 – 11pm
Where: Winter Park Farmer’s Market
200 W. New England Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $65
Contact: 407-896-6700 x 223
MEL’S BAD GIRLS CLUB CHARITY GARAGE SALE
What: Shopping, barbecue and a dunk tank to benefit Hope Foundation and others
When: June 26 – 5am – 3pm
Where: Home Builders Assn of Metro Orlando
544 Mayo Ave
Maitland
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-629-9242
www.HBAofMetroOrlando.com
PARTY LE BLANC
What: Put on your white dress to benefit the Bridges of Light Foundation
When: June 26 – 8 – 11pm
Where: Blue Martini
4200 Conroy Rd
Orlando
Cost: Donations accepted
Contact: 407-447-2583
www.BlueMartiniLounge.com
SHAMPOOCH! 2010
What: Dog wash, portraits, and pet-related vendors with 100% of profits going to Harbor House paws program
When: June 27 – 9am – 5pm
Where: Lambs Eat Ivy Salon
804 E. Washington St
Orlando
Cost: Donations accepted
Contact: 407-245-7006
www.myspce.com/LambsEatIvySalon
ETC.
AKC ALL-BREED DOG SHOW
When: June 25 – 27 – 8:30am – 5pm
Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds
4603 W. Colonial Dr
Orlando
Cost: $5 adults; free 8 & younger & military
Contact: 407-295-3247
EASTERN STATES HEDGEHOG SHOW
What: Jimmy “Huffett’s” Margaritaville-themed weekend with educational seminars, hedgehogabilia and special guest Dr. Marta Castelhano of Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
When: June 25 – 5 – 9pm
26th – 1 – 10pm
27th – 8am – 3pm
Where: Holiday Inn Select
12125 High Tech Drive
Orlando
Cost: various prices
Contact: 407-275-9000
www.HedgehogShow.com
ANNUAL POKER TOURNAMENT & CASINO NIGHT
What: Country Western-themed event with a Texas Hold’em tournament, casino games, food, music and more
When: June 25 – 7 – 11pm
Where: Winter Park Farmer’s Market
200 W. New England Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $40 – 75
Contact: 407-435-7763
IADT MOROCCAN SUMMER NIGHT PARTY
What: Step into a North African Morroccan market and festival with food, belly dancing, henna tattoos and more
When: June 26 – 4 – 8pm
Where: International Academy of Design & Technology
6039 S. Rio Grande Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-288-4579
THE PRINCESS & THE BRIDE
What: Bridal and Quinceanera showcase with vendors, food and entertainment
When: June 27 – noon – 4pm
Where: Renaissance Orlando Hotel
5445 Forbes Place
Orlando
Cost: $5
Contact: 407-296-5882
For information on Orlando real estate and Orlando homes for sale in addition to Orlando relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Greater Orlando Area Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.
To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.
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You can read Marc’s other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker
Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.
This is a guide to a smattering of events occurring in the Greater Orlando Central Florida area. The sections are divided into Art, Music, Theater, Food, Nature, Etc. There is surely something for everyone. There is also an extensive complementary list of On-Going events in the area as well & you can find those by Clicking Here! These are events that either occur on a regular basis or are special events for an extended period of time such as Art Exhibitions & the Theater.
ART
THE B-SIDE ARTISTS 3RD ANNUAL SHOW OPENNG RECEPTION
What: New Works from Swamburger, G. Lemus, Tobar, Tr3 and more along with a tribute to Palin Perez Jackson
When: June 17 – 6 – 9pm
Where: CityArts Factory
29 S. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-648–7060
VICKI WILSON SOLO ART EXHIBITION OPENING RECEPTION
What: Featuring new works by the artist
When: June 17 – 6 – 9pm
Where: Neu America Art Gallery at CityArts Factory
29 S. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-529-6322
THE DAILYCITY.COM MOBILE ART SHOW #10
What: Jack Fields presents puppets, monsters and tin foil
When: June 17 – 7 – 9pm
Where: Downtown Orlando
Orange Ave & Pine St
Orlando
Cost: Free
RECYCLED, WRAPPED & SEWN: WORKS BY COURTNEY PUCKETT OPENING RECEPTION
What: The artist presents large sculptures with found objects
When: June 18 – 6:30pm
Where: Anita S. Wooten Gallery
Valencia Community College East Campus
701 N. Econlockhatchee Trl
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-582-2289
30TH ANNUAL JURIED STUDENT SHOW OEPNING RECEPTION
What: Crealdé students showcase their finest work
When: June 18 – 7 – 9:30pm
Where: Creadle School of Art
600 St. Andrew Blvd
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-671-1886
WELCOME TO THE FOREST
What: The gallery’s introductory exhibit features a contemporary collection of paintings, sculptures and installations and food by Cafe Tu Tu Tango
When: June 19 – 7 – 11pm
Where: Neon Forest Gallery
1741 S. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 321-217-1675
www.NeonForestGallery.com
LITERARY/LECTURE
MUSIC
FLORIDA’S JUNETEENTH MUSIC FESTIVAL
What: Week-long celebration with a Gospel’s Best contest, jazz jam, literary review and spoken word open mic event
When: June 15 – 19
Where: Lake Eola Park
N. Rosalind Ave & E. Washington St
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-245-7535
www.FloridaJuneteenth.com
ROCKIN’ LAKE EOLA
What: Performances by Rico Monaco & the Sol Sons, The Reprieve, Ambertone, Heroine and others
When: June 18 – 5 – 11pm
Where: Lake Eola Park
N. Rosalind Ave & E. Washington St
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-246-2827
www.RockinLakeEola.com
MOVIE/THEATER
PROJECT: F
What: Play the Moment production about the social networking phenomenon of Facebook
When: Fri & Sat – 8pm through June 20th
Sun – 6pm
Where: Lowndes Shakespeare Center
812 E. Rollins St
Orlando
Cost: $12 – 15
Contact: 407-447-1700
WTF THEATER
What: Showing of the 1968 Bullitt and the 1972 The Getaway
When: June 16 – 8pm
Where: Little Fish Huge Pond
309 E. First St
Sanford
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-920-1321
www.LittleFish-HugePond.com
AMOST, MAINE
What: Student production of John Cariani’s dreamy comedy about winter love
When: June 17 – 19 – 7:30pm
20th – 2pm
Where: Valencia Community College Black Box Theater
701 N. Econlockhatchee Trl
Orlando
Cost: $8
Contact: 407-582-2900
SHREK THE THIRD
What: Showing of the movie in the library
When: June 18 – noon
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
www.ocls.info.
TO BE OR NOT TO BE A PIRATE
What: Aquatic complications interrupt an aristocrat’s plans for marriage in this musical set to sea shaties
When: June 18 & 19 – 7:30pm
20th – 2pm
Where: Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center
201 Magnolia Ave
Sanford
Cost: $15 – 23
Contact: 407-321-8111
CINEMA IN THE PARK
What: Outdoor screening of Mamma Mia starring Meryl Streep
When: June 18 – 8pm
Where: Downtown Sanford
W. First St & S. Park Ave
Sanford
Cost: Free
9 PARTS OF DESIRE
What: Empty Spaces Theatre Company production of Heather Raffo’s in depth look at the lives of Iraqi women
When: Fri & Sun – 8pm through June 27th
Where: Lowndes Shakespeare Center
812 E. Rollins St
Orlando
Cost: $20
Contact: 407-447-1700
BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN & THE E STREET BAND’S LONDON CALLING: LIVE IN HYDE PARK
What: A special Father’s Day lunch event with a showing of the filmed concert
When: June 20 – noon
Where: Enzian Theater
1300 S. Orlando Ave
Maitland
Cost: $8
Contact: 407-629-0054
www.Enzian.org
CHILDREN
HANGING OUT AT THE PORCH
What: Children’s Library offers afternoon games, crafts, movies and more
When: Wednesday – 3pm through June 30th
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
www.ocls.info
SAFETY WEEK
What: Learn how to react in an emergency, with appearances by the Orlando Police Department and the Orlando Fire Departmen
When: 10am – 5pm except Wednesday through June 20th
Where: Orlando Science Center
777 E. Princeton St.
Orlando
Cost: $17
Contact: 407-514-2000
SUMMER CAMP: PIRATE’S LIFE FOR ME
What: History comes alive with educational and interactive hands-on activities and special guests; recommended for grades K-5
When: June 14 – 19 – 9am – 3pm
Where: Orange County Regional History Center
65 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: $125/week
Contact: 407-836-8500
www.TheHistoryCenter.org
SUMMER FAMILY TOUR
What: Guided 45-minute tour through Morse Museum galleries
When: June 15, 22 & 29 – 10 – 11am
Where: Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
445 N. Park Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free – advance reservations required
Contact: 407-645-5311
WONDERLAND
What: Production of the children’s musical adapted from Lewis Carroll’s Through the Looking Glass
When: June 17 – 19 – 7:30pm
20th – 2pm
Where: Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center
201 Magnolia Ave
Sanford
Cost: $15 – 18
Contact: 407-321-8111
NATURE – LANDSCAPING – ENVIRONMENT
ORGANIC GROWER’S MEETING
What: Nonprofit promoting methods for green living and sustainability with interactive events and activities
When: June 16
Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N. Forest Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-246-2620
SKIES DOWN UNDER: SOUTHERN ASTRONOMY
What: A look at six constellations only viewable in the Southern Hemisphere
When: June 18 – 8:30 – 9:30pm
Where: Seminole State College Planetarium
100 Weldon Blvd
Sanford
Cost: $6
Contact: 407-708-2360
SOL
What: Explore the impact of the sun on our planet and civilization
When: June 26 – 8:30 – 9:30pm
Where: Seminole State College Planetarium
100 Weldon Blvd
Sanford
Cost: $6
Contact: 407-708-2360
FOOD & DRINK
TRAILER TRASH PUB CRAWL
What: With stops at Brix, Suite B Lounge, One Eyed Jack’s, Big Belly’s and more
When: June 18 – 8pm
Where: Downtown Orlando
Orange Ave & Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: $10 – 15
Contact: www.OrlandoPubCrawl.com
ETC.
ULTIMATE WAVE TAHITI
What: Follow world surfing champion Kelly Slater as he seeks out the perfect wave; premiering as part of Cocktails & Cosmos happy hour
When: June 19 – 6 – 10pm
Where: Orlando Science Center
777 E. Princeton St.
Orlando
Cost: $13
Contact: 407-514-2000
For information on Orlando real estate and Orlando homes for sale in addition to Orlando relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Greater Orlando Area Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.
To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.
Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034
You can read Marc’s other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker
Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.
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This is a guide to a smattering of events occurring in the Greater Orlando Central Florida area. The sections are divided into Art, Music, Theater, Food, Nature, Etc, and Plan Ahead. There is surely something for everyone. There is also an extensive complementary list of On-Going events in the area as well & you can find those by Clicking Here! These are events that either occur on a regular basis or are special events for an extended period of time such as Art Exhibitions & the Theater.
ART
HELLO FROM FLORIDA: PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE SUNSHINE STATE
What: Guest curator, Jen O’Malley showcases the cultural diversity of generations of Florida residents through pictures
When: Thurs – Sat – 11am – 4pm through June 11th
Where: The Gallery at Avalon Island
39 S. Magnolia Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-803-6670
2ND TUESDAY
What: Galleries along Virginia Drive open their doors for a monthly art walk
When: June 8
Where: Comma Gallery
813 Virginia Dr
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-894-4505
CITRUS CLUB BACKSTAGE
What: Artist presentation and live painting demonstration by Crealde Faculty Member Stacy Barter
When: June 10 – 6 – 7:30pm
Where: Citrus Club
255 S. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: $15
COLORS OF CUBA
What: Photographer Steve Graffham shares scenes from his journalistic travels to Havana, Santa Clara and Holguin
When: June 10 – 6 – 10:30pm
Where: Roho Art & Coffee
29 S. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-423-4300
www.RohoArtAndCoffee.com
DEBBIE LIPPENS OPENING RECEPTION
What: The Artistree Co-op showcases photo prints from the artist, taken at the Neon Museum in Las Vegas
When: June 10 – 6:30 – 8:30pm
Where: Artistree Co-op
1600 Edgewater Dr
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-999-5251
THE DARK PARTY
What: Zero Dark and the Whitney Costner Radio Show present a neon paint party with music by Exit the Ride, Dagnese and The Eyes of God
When: June 10 – 8pm
Where: Cameo Theatre
1013 E. Colonial Dr
Orlando
Cost: $6 – 10
Contact: 407-403-5993
MEET ARTIST LISA JOY CURTIS: AN INSPIRATIONAL STORY OF SURVIVAL
What: The artist shares how her paintings were inspired by the death of her daughter
When: June 12 – 2pm
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
www.ocls.info
LITERARY/LECTURE
BROWN BAG LUNCH & LEARN- SURVIVING THE HOLOCAUST: MORRIS ROSEN
What: he will describe his emotional story of survival during WWII & the Holocaust
When: June 8 – noon – 1pm
Where: Orange County Regional History Center
65 E. Central Blvd.
Orlando
Cost: Free – limited space; bring a lunch or pre-order an Apple Spice Junction lunch
Contact: 407-836-7010
www.TheHistoryCenter.org
STEVE HELLING
What: discussion and signing by the author of Tiger: The Real Story
When: June 9 – 7pm
Where: Barnes & Noble
2418 E. Colonial Dr
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-894-6024
MUSIC
ROCKIN’ LAKE EOLA
What: Performances by Seven Nations, Shawn Fisher & the Jukebox Gypsies and other
When: June 11 – 5 – 11pm
Where: Lake Eola Park
N. Rosalind Ave & E. Washington St
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-246-2827
www.RockinLakeEola.com
FLORIDA’S JUNETEENTH MUSIC FESTIVAL
What: Week-long celebration with a Gospel’s Best contest, jazz jam, literary review and spoken word open mic event
When: June 12 – 19
Where: Lake Eola Park
N. Rosalind Ave & E. Washington St
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-245-7535
www.FloridaJuneteenth.com
MOVIE/THEATER
WTF THEATER
What: Showing of the 1993 Dazed and Confused
When: June 2 – 8pm
Where: Little Fish Huge Pond
309 E. First St
Sanford
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-920-1321
www.LittleFish-HugePond.com
POPCORN FLICKS
What: outdoor screening of King Kong vs. Godzilla
When: June 10 – 8pm
Where: Central Park Stage
Park Avenue
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-629-0054
www.Enzian.org
SON OF A PREACHER MAN – OR HOW BARRY MANILOW SAVED MY LIFE!
What: As part of the spotlight cabaret series starring Kevin Kelly
When: June 11 – 7:30pm
12 – 7:30 & 9:30pm
Where: Winter Park Playhouse
711B Orange Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $15
Contact: 407-645-0145
PROJECT: F
What: Play the Moment production about the social networking phenomenon of Facebook
When: Fri & Sat – 8pm through June 20th
Sun – 6pm
Where: Lowndes Shakespeare Center
812 E. Rollins St
Orlando
Cost: $12 – 15
Contact: 407-447-1700
CHAINED TO FREEDOM
What: Alan Bounville stars in a solo play that explores the current queer rights activist movement
When: June 11 & 12 – 11pm
13th – 8pm
Where: Breakthrough Theatre of Winter Park
419A W. Fairbanks Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $15
Contact: 407-920-4034
www.BreakthroughTheatre.com
PLAYHOUSE IN THE PARK: SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE! JR.
What: Winter Park Playhouse outdoor production
When: June 12 – 11:30am
Where: Central Park
Park Ave & W. Morse Blvd
Winter Park
Cost: Free
FILM SLAM
What: Indie and student filmmakers present short works, the audience selects winners
When: June 13 – 1pm
Where: Enzian Theater
1300 S. Orlando Ave.
Maitland
Cost: $5
Contact: 407-629-0054
www.Enzian.org
CHILDREN
HANGING OUT AT THE PORCH
What: Children’s Library offers afternoon games, crafts, movies and more
When: Wednesday – 3pm through June 30th
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
www.ocls.info
TARGET FAMILY DAY
What: Art activities including gallery hunts, music by Mr. Richard and storytelling
When: June 12 – 10am
Where: Orlando Museum of Art
2416 N. Mills Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-896-4231
TOY STORY 3 MOVIE RELEASE PARTY
What: Celebrate Buzz and Woody and the whole gang with stories, games and giveaways
When: June 12 – 11am
Where: Borders Books & Music
600 S. Orlando Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-647-3300
SCHOOLS OUT FOR SUMMER KIDS COOKING CLASS
What: Executive restaurant chefs in Downtown Disney host classes for kid chefs
When: June 12 – 11am – 2pm
Where: Downtown Disney Marketplace
Downtown Disney
Lake Buena Vista
Cost: $36
Contact: 407-828-8996
SUNSET CINEMA: ANNIE
What: Outdoor showing of the classic children’s film
When: June 12 – 8pm
Where: Cranes Roost Park
Uptown Altamonte
Altamonte Springs
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-571-8863
www.UptownAltamonte.com
SUMMER CAMP: PIRATE’S LIFE FOR ME
What: History comes alive with educational and interactive hands-on activities and special guests; recommended for grades K-5
When: June 14 – 19 – 9am – 3pm
Where: Orange County Regional History Center
65 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: $125/week
Contact: 407-836-8500
www.TheHistoryCenter.org
NATURE – LANDSCAPING – ENVIRONMENT
SKIES DOWN UNDER: SOUTHERN ASTRONOMY
What: A look at six constellations only viewable in the Southern Hemisphere
When: June 18 – 8:30 – 9:30pm
Where: Seminole State College Planetarium
100 Weldon Blvd
Sanford
Cost: $6
Contact: 407-708-2360
SOL
What: Explore the impact of the sun on our planet and civilization
When: June 19 & 26 – 8:30 – 9:30pm
Where: Seminole State College Planetarium
100 Weldon Blvd
Sanford
Cost: $6
Contact: 407-708-2360
FOOD & DRINK
MILLS 50 PUB CRAWL
What: ncluding stops at Funky Monkey, Wally’s, Peacock Room and Paradise
When: June 12 – 9pm
Where: Funky Monkey Wine Company
912 N. Mills Ave
Orlando
Cost: $5
Contact: 407-427-1447
www.FunkyMonkeyWine.com
FUNDRAISING
VINO, JAVA AND BREW
What: Samplings of wine, coffee and beer paired with appetizers to benefit Hope & Help
When: June 10 – 6 – 9pm
Where: Robb & Stucky
351 SR 434
Altamonte Springs
Cost: $45 – 50
CATTLE BARON’S BALL
What: with dancing and auction to benefit the American Cancer Society
When: June 12 – 6pm
Where: Bella Collina Club
15920 CR 455
Monteverde
Cost: $150
Contact: 352-326-9599
ETC.
3RD ANNUAL WALK FOR BREATH CELEBRATION
What: CSL Behring hosts a walk to raise awareness for Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
When: June 10 – 4 – 5:30pm
Where: Heritage Square
65 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-836-8500
www.TheHistoryCenter.org
ALIVE AFTER FIVE: BLUES & BAR-BE-Q
What: Food and drink sampling, local art and sidewalk shops with live music by Dave Capp Project Blues Revue
When: June 10 – 5 – 8pm
Where: Downtown Sanford
First St & Sanford Ave
Sanford
Cost: $7
Contact: 407-302-2586
STITCH N BITCH
What: Sew, knit, or assemble anything
When: June 11 – 6 – 9pm
Where: Austins Coffee
929 W. Fairbanks Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-975-3364
www.AustinsCoffee.com
TRAFFIC LIGHT PARTY
What: XL 106.7’s Johnny and Jayde give party guests the chance to show their relationship status by the color of their clothes
When: June 12 – 8:30 – 10:30pm
Where: Blue Martini
4200 Conroy Rd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-447-2583
www.BlueMartiniLounge.com
AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTS FESTIVAL
What: arts, crafts & music with Jacqueline Jones
When: June 12 – 10am – 4pm
Where: Speak Park
331 N. Tubb St
Oakland
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-504-4405
For information on Orlando real estate and Orlando homes for sale in addition to Orlando relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Greater Orlando Area Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.
To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.
Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034
You can read Marc’s other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker
Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.
This is a guide to a smattering of events occurring in the Greater Orlando Central Florida area. The sections are divided into Art, Music, Theater, Food, Nature, Etc, and Plan Ahead. There is surely something for everyone. There is also an extensive complementary list of On-Going events in the area as well & you can find those by Clicking Here! These are events that either occur on a regular basis or are special events for an extended period of time such as Art Exhibitions & the Theater.
ART
HELLO FROM FLORIDA: PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE SUNSHINE STATE
What: Guest curator, Jen O’Malley showcases the cultural diversity of generations of Florida residents through pictures
When: Thurs – Sat – 11am – 4pm through June 11th
Where: The Gallery at Avalon Island
39 S. Magnolia Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-803-6670
1ST THURSDAYS: PRINTMAKERS UNITE!
What: Highlighting the area’s fine art printmakers with etchings, woodcuts and screen prints
When: June 3 – 6 – 9pm
Where: Orlando Museum of Art
2416 N Mills Ave
Orlando
Cost: $10
Contact: 407-896-4231
www.omart.org
FIRST THURSDAYS: PETER PETTEGREW
What: Showcasing works by the Central Florida landscape artist and a talk on plein air painting
When: June 3 – 6 – 9pm
Where: Fredlund Gallery
221 S. Knowles Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-622-0102
ART BIZARRE HAPPY HOUR
What: Monthly gathering for local artists to showcase works, with menu discounts
When: June 4th
Where: Austins Coffee
929 W. Fairbanks Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-975-3364
www.AustinsCoffee.com
HOT SUMMER NIGHTS OPENING RECEPTION
What: Annual show and sale featuring new work from the studio artists
When: June 5 – 6 – 9pm
Fri – Sun – noon – 5pm
Where: Gallery on First
211 E. First St
Sanford
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-323-2774
www.JTFolkArt.com
COME OUT, COME OUT…WHEREVER YOU ARE! OPENING RECEPTION
What: FL QUACK presents artwork in various media celebrating Gay Pride Month
When: June 5 – 7 – 9pm
Where: Gallery Q
946 N. Mills Ave
Orlando
Cost: Donation
Contact: 407-228-8272
OUTDOOR GARDEN RECEPTION
What: Celebrating two exhibits The Hippie House Revisited and An Attraction to Abstraction: The Fluid Life of Bruce Gregory
When: June 6 – 2 – 4pm
Where: Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens
633 Osceola Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-647-6294
LITERARY
AUTHOR SIGNING
What: Featuring local author A.C. Skiffington for the release of his newest book The Lemmings and Other Mysteries
When: June 5 – 1pm
Where: Barnes & Noble
401 N. Alafaya Trl
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-275-1765
MEET AUTHOR GINGER BRYANT
What: Celebrate the 125th Anniversary of the Orlando Fire Department with local author Ginger Bryant signing her book Images of America: Orlando Firefighting
When: June 5 – 3pm
Where: Barnes & Noble
451 Altamonte Drive
Altamonte Springs
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-261-0252
MUSIC
ROCKIN’ LAKE EOLA
What: Performances by Led Hed, James Boyd Band, Autumn After Dark, Seven Nations and others
When: June 4 – 5 – 11pm
Where: Lake Eola Park
N. Rosalind Ave & E. Washington St
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-246-2827
www.RockinLakeEola.com
SHOWSTOPPER: THE SONGS OF KANDER & EBB
What: Starring Wade Hair performing songs from Chicago and Cabaret
When: June 4 & 5 – 8pm
6th – 7pm
Where: Breakthrough Theatre of Winter Park
419 A W. Fairbanks Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $12
Contact: 407-920-4034
www.BreakthroughTheatre.com
MOVIE/THEATER
WTF THEATER
What: Showing of the 1993 Dazed and Confused
When: June 2 – 8pm
Where: Little Fish Huge Pond
309 E. First St
Sanford
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-920-1321
www.LittleFish-HugePond.com
HANDMADE NATION
What: Feature film debut of director, author, artist and curator Faythe Levine
When: June 4 – 6:30pm
Where: Valencia Community College
701 N. Econlockhatchee Trl
Orlando
Cost: $5
Contact: 407-299-5000
DATE NIGHT AT LEU GARDENS
What: Outdoor screening of Houseboat
When: June 4 – 8:30pm
Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N. Forest Ave.
Orlando
Cost: $7
Contact: 407-246-2620
CHILDREN
MR. RICHARD
What: Musical storytime for preschoolers
When: June 4 – 10:30am
Where: Borders Books & Music
600 S. Orlando Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-647-3300
MAKE ‘M SMILE
What: festival celebrating children with special needs
When: June 5 – 7:30am – 1pm
Where: Lake Eola Park
195 N. Rosalind Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-857-8224
DIVE INTO FUN
What: Splash through stories, crafts and activities to kickoff summer break
When: June 5 – 3pm
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
www.ocls.info
HANGING OUT AT THE PORCH
What: Children’s Library offers afternoon games, crafts, movies and more
When: Wednesday – 3pm through June 30th
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
www.ocls.info
NATURE – LANDSCAPING – ENVIRONMENT
SKIES DOWN UNDER: SOUTHERN ASTRONOMY
What: A look at six constellations only viewable in the Southern Hemisphere
When: June 4 & 18 – 8:30 – 9:30pm
Where: Seminole State College Planetarium
100 Weldon Blvd
Sanford
Cost: $6
Contact: 407-708-2360
ANNUALS THAT CAN TAKE THE HEAT
What: Robert Bowden discusses which annual plants perform best in the Florida heat
When: June 5 – 9:30 – 11:30am
Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N. Forest Ave.
Orlando
Cost: $15
Contact: 407-246-2620
FIND YOUR HAPPY PLACE
What: Seminole County and the American Hiking Society host National Trail Day with trail strolls and bike rides
When: June 5 – various times
Where: Big Tree Park
761 General Hutchison Pkwy
Sanford
Cost: Free
SOL
What: Explore the impact of the sun on our planet and civilization
When: June 5, 19 & 26 – 8:30 – 9:30pm
Where: Seminole State College Planetarium
100 Weldon Blvd
Sanford
Cost: $6
Contact: 407-708-2360
FOOD & DRINK
FUNDRAISING
21ST ANNUAL TASTE OF THE NATION ORLANDO
What: Showcasing food and drink specialties from area restaurants to benefit several charities
When: June 5 – 6:45 – 10pm
Where: Marriott Orlando World Center
8701 World Center Dr
Orlando
Cost: $100
Contact: 407-239-4200
6TH ANNUAL JEANS & JEWELS
What: benefitting the Orlando Philharmonic with music & dancing with a Motown theme
When: June 5 – 7pm
Where: Winter Park Farmer’s Market
200 W. New England Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $65 – reservations required
Contact: 407-896-6700 x 223
BEER ‘N’ BOWLING TO BEAT BAD BLOOD
What: Richard (RJ) Bock of Orlando Event Series hosts a fundraiser for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
When: June 5 – 9pm
Where: Colonial Lanes Lounge
400 N. Primrose Dr
Orlando
Cost: $60 – 250
Contact: 407-896-1443
http://beernbowl.eventfast.com
ETC.
RETRO GAME NIGHT
What: classic board & video games
When: June 4 – 7pm – midnight
Where: Orange County Regional History Center
65 E. Central Blvd.
Orlando
Cost: $5; member free – 18 & older
Contact: 407-836-7010
www.TheHistoryCenter.org
5TH ANNUAL COUNTRY FESTIVAL AND CONCERT
What: City of Casselberry and K92 FM present a farmer’s market atmosphere including a chicken wing eating contest, karaoke contest and live music from April Phillips
When: June 5 – 5 – 9pm
Where: Lake Concord Park
127 Quail Pond Circle
Casselberry
Cost: Free
PINKLIGHT BAZAAR
What: Girly craft fair with locally made jewelry, clothing, art and more
When: June 5 – 5 – 6pm – women only – open to all 6 – 8pm
Where: Redlight Redlight
745 Bennett Rd
Orlando
Cost: $5
Contact: 407-893-9832
www.myspace.com/TheRedlightRedlight
FIESTA FILIPINA
What: Phillipine Independence Day celebration
When: June 6 – 11am
Where: Sonesta Hotel Orlando Downtown
60 S. Ivanhoe Blvd
Orlando
Cost: $4 adults; $2 children 6 -10
Contact: 407-295-3381
PLAN AHEAD
BROWN BAG LUNCH & LEARN- SURVIVING THE HOLOCAUST: MORRIS ROSEN
What: he will describe his emotional story of survival during WWII & the Holocaust
When: June 8 – noon – 1pm
Where: Orange County Regional History Center
65 E. Central Blvd.
Orlando
Cost: Free – limited space; bring a lunch or pre-order an Apple Spice Junction lunch
Contact: 407-836-7010
www.TheHistoryCenter.org
STEVE HELLING
What: discussion and signing by the author of Tiger: The Real Story
When: June 9 – 7pm
Where: Barnes & Noble
2418 E. Colonial Dr
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-894-6024
POPCORN FLICKS
What: outdoor screening of King Kong vs. Godzilla
When: June 10 – 8pm
Where: Central Park Stage
Park Avenue
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-629-0054
www.Enzian.org
For information on Orlando real estate and Orlando homes for sale in addition to Orlando relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Greater Orlando Area Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.
To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.
Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034
You can read Marc’s other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker
Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.
This is a guide to a smattering of events occurring in the Greater Orlando Central Florida area. The sections are divided into Art, Music, Theater, Food, Nature, Etc, and Plan Ahead. There is surely something for everyone. There is also a complementary and very extensive list of On-Going events in the area as well & you can find those by Clicking Here! These are events that either occur on a regular basis or are special events for an extended period of time such as Art Exhibitions & the Theater.
ART
CELEBRATION OF LIFE – BOHEMIANS REDEAUX
What: In memory of late artist Sharon Pollard, featuring recent works by the original 12 Bohemian artist
When: 10am – 5pm through May 28th
Where: Casselberry Art House
127 Quail Pond Circle
Casselberry
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-262-7722
PRETTY HANDSOME AWKWARD
What: Group show of eclectic artists with oils, acrylics, inks and mixed media work
When: May 28 – 6– 9pm
Where: Little Fish Huge Pond
309 E. First St.
Sanford
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-920-1321
www.LittleFish-HugePond.com
DANCE
ELEMENTS OF CHANGE
What: Yow Dance performance set to the classical stylings of Dvorak, Brahms and Handel
When: May 28 – 6pm
29th – 4:05pm
Where: Orlando Repertory Theatre
1001 E. Princeton St
Orlando
Cost: $10
Contact: 407-896-7365
LUMINEUX
What: Voci Dance and Doug Rhodehamel present a modern dance art installation with fairies and illumination
When: May 29 – 9pm
30th – 9pm
Where: Loch Haven Park
2416 N. Mills Ave
Orlando
Cost: $5
Contact: 407-432-1133
MUSIC
SPANDEX SUPERHEROES
When: May 28 – 7– 9pm
Where: Cranes Roost Park
Uptown Altamonte
Altamonte Springs
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-571-8863
www.UptownAltamonte.com
ROCKIN’ LAKE EOLA
What: Performances by Plain Jane Automobile, Falling for Sarah, Yenisly, Black in the Mind, Robbie Hazen and the Riot, 7 Months Later
When: May 29 – 3 – 11pm
Where: Lake Eola Park
N. Rosalind Ave & E Washington St
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-246-2827
MOVIE/THEATER
2010 ORLANDO INTERNATIONAL FRINGE FESTIVAL
What: Annual festival of theater, art, music and more
When: May 20 – 31 – various times
Where: Loch Haven Park
2416 N. Mills Ave
Orlando
Cost: various prices
Contact: 407-648-0077
www.OrlandoFringe.org
WTF THEATER
What: Showing of the 1982 Eating Raoul and the 1999 Ravenous
When: May 26 – 8pm
Where: Little Fish Huge Pond
309 E. First St.
Sanford
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-920-1321
www.LittleFish-HugePond.com
MOVIE CLUB: THRILLERS
What: Join film fans for a roundtable discussion on the genre
When: May 27 – 7pm
Where: Enzian Theater
1300 S. Orlando Ave
Maitland
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-629-0054
www.Enzian.org
GRILL FEST FEATURING STRIPES
What: All-day barbecue cookout with an outdoor screening of the Bill Murray film
When: May 30 – noon
Where: Enzian Theater
1300 S. Orlando Ave
Maitland
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-629-0054
www.Enzian.org
CHILDREN
KIDS FRINGE FESTIVAL
What: Daily creative activities for children through dance, music, puppets, performances and crafts
When: May 22 – 23 & 29 – 30 – 10am – 4pm
Where: Loch Haven Park
2416 N. Mills Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 321-689-2798
Wii LOVE GAMING
What: Get your game on with the Nintendo Wii at the library, for ages 6-18
When: May 29 – 3pm
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
www.ocls.info
HANGING OUT AT THE PORCH
What: Children’s Library offers afternoon games, crafts, movies and more
When: Wednesday – 3pm through June 30th
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
www.ocls.info
NATURE – LANDSCAPING – ENVIRONMENT
SUMMER LANDSCAPE DESIGN
What: 4-part series including design, plant choices, irrigation & conservation
When: June 8 – 29 – Tuesdays – 7 – 9pm
Where: Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension
6021 S. Conway Rd
Orlando
Cost: $25 – registration deadline June 1
Contact: 407-254-9200
FOOD & DRINK
BREW IN THE PARK
What: Central Florida Home Brewers Expo
When: May 29 – 8am – 7pm
Where: Don Knight Park at Lake Golden
Airport Blvd
Sanford
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-267-6270
MEMORIAL DAY
MEMORIAL DAY & PEACE POLE DEDICATION CEREMONY
What: keynote speaker Lt. Col. Sharon Branch w/refreshments
When: May 28 – 11am
Where: Bill Breeze Park
125 N. Lakeshore Dr.
Ocoee
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-905-3100
MEMORIAL DAY SALUTE
What: posting of colors, speaker, presentation, living history talks, military displays
When: May 29 – 10am – noon
Where: Cypress Grove Park
290 Holden Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free – bring lawn chairs, blankets, picnic baskets
Contact: 407-855-5877
A SALUTE TO THE FALLEN: A CELEBRATION OF MEMORIAL DAY
What: concert by the Basilica Choir
When: May 30 – 3pm
Where: The Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe
8300 Vineland Ave
Orlando
Cost: $10 adults; children 12 & under free
Contact: 407-239-6600 x 317
MEMORIAL DAY PARADE & REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY
What: Celebrate the holiday with a 21 gun salute and helicopter flyover
When: May 31 – 10am
Where: Downtown Sanford
Sanford Ave & First St
Sanford
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-688-5004
ETC.
WOMEN’S EXECUTIVE COUNCIL’S DINNER & FASHION SHOW
What: with a buffet, dessert bar, door prizes, cash bar & “Mediterranean” auction
When: May 27 – 6 – 8pm
Where: Citrus Club
255 S. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: $36 through 5/23 then $42
Contact: 407-521-8992
FLORIDA BATTLE CON
What: Convention featuring tattoo and comic book artists, car shows, contests and more
When: May 28 – 30 – 11am
Where: Florida Hotel & Conference Center
1500 Sand Lake Rd
Orlando
Cost: $20 – 225
Contact: 407-951-3803
www.FloridaBattleCon.com
ZELLWOOD CORN FESTIVAL
What: Outdoor festival with an antique tractor show, contests, all the corn you can eat and music by The Bellamy Brothers, Johnny Bulford and others
When: May 28 – 1 – 10pm
29th – 10am – 8pm
30th – 11am – 7pm
Where: Zellwood Festival Grounds
4253 W. Ponkan Rd
Zellwood
Cost: $15
Contact: www.ZellwoodCornFestival.com
MOONLIGHT HISTORY TOUR
What: three mile guided walk visiting about 100 graves
When: May 28 – 9 – 11pm
Where: Greenwood Cemetery
1603 Greenwood St
Orlando
Cost: Free – reservations required
Contact: 407-246-2616
OASIS 23
What: The Orlando Area Science Fiction Society presents an art show, folk singing, a chili cook-off and other sci-fi activities
When: May 28 – 30 – various times
Where: Orlando Marriott Downtown
400 W. Livingston St
Orlando
Cost: $13 – 40
Contact: 407-376-7359
ORLANDO CARNIVAL 2010: FIRE
What: Caribbean-style Mardi Gras consists of live shows, steel band music, DJs, calypso, ethnic foods and a street parade
When: May 29 – 30 – noon – 2am
Where: Festival Field at the Florida Citrus Bowl
400 S. Rio Grande Ave
Orlando
Cost: $10
PLAN AHEAD
RETRO GAME NIGHT
What: classic board & video games
When: June 4 – 7pm – midnight
Where: Orange County Regional History Center
65 E. Central Blvd.
Orlando
Cost: $5; member free – 18 & older
Contact: 407-836-7010
www.TheHistoryCenter.org
6TH ANNUAL JEANS & JEWELS
What: benefitting the Orlando Philharmonic with music & dancing with a Motown theme
When: June 5 – 7pm
Where: Winter Park Farmer’s Market
200 W. New England Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $65 – reservations required
Contact: 407-896-6700 x 223
SUMMER LANDSCAPE DESIGN CLASS
What: landscape design & principles; plant choices; irrigation & how to save water; how to attract wildlife
When: Tuesdays – June 8 – 29 – 7 – 9pm
Where: Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension
6021 S. Conway Rd
Orlando
Cost: $25 – registration deadline June 1
Contact: 407-254-9200
For information on Orlando real estate and Orlando homes for sale in addition to Orlando relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Greater Orlando Area Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.
To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.
Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034
You can read Marc’s other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker
Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.
This is a guide to a smattering of events occurring in the Greater Orlando Central Florida area. The sections are divided into Art, Music, Theater, Food, Nature, Etc, and Plan Ahead. There is surely something for everyone. There is also a complementary list of On-Going events in the area as well & you can find those by Clicking Here! These are events that either occur on a regular basis or are special events for an extended period of time such as Art Exhibitions & the Theater.
ART
SNAP!
What: Large scale photography exhibit featuring works by local and international photographers at a variety of venues
When: May 20 – 23 – various times
Where: Downtown Orlando
Orange Ave & Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: $15 – 35
Contact: www.SnapOrlando.com
FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY SOLO EXHIBITION OPENING RECEPTION
What: Featuring the works of Orlando-based photographer Brett Donnelly
When: May 20 & 21 – 6 – 9pm
Where: Neu America Art Gallery at CityArts Factory
29 S. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-529-6322
TWELVE21 GALLERY OPENING RECEPTION
What: The gallery’s first show features works by three Orlando photographers, an installation piece by Michael Burk, and wine provided by Tim’s Wine Market
When: MAY 21 – 7 – 11pm
Where: Twelve21 Gallery
1221C N. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-982-4357
SOMETHING WORTH GOING TO
What: Two-day mural and art installation show with over 20 wall murals, 80 art pieces and live music
When: May 21 – 8pm
22nd – noon
Where: Cameo Theatre
1013 E. Colonial Dr
Orlando
Cost: $10
Contact: 407-403-5993
LECTURE
HAITIAN CULTURAL EXCHANGE
What: Dr. Kevin Meehan discusses his book People Get Ready: African American and Caribbean Cultural Exchange
When: May 22 – 2pm
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
www.ocls.info
A LOOK BEHIND THE LENS WITH DOUGLAS KIRKLAND
What: The photographer and cinematographer for films such as Titanic, Moulin Rouge and Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid mingles among some of his works
When: May 22 – 6 – 10pm
Where: CityArts Factory
29 S. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: $55
Contact: 407-648-7060
MUSIC
JONATHA BROOKE
What: Lighter than Sarah McLachlan, darker than Suzanne Vega and more technically proficient than most of the current Lilith hopefuls
When: May 19 – 8pm
Where: Plaza Theatre
425 N. Bumby Ave
Orlando
Cost: $20 – 22
Contact: 407-228-1220
MOUNT DORA BLUES & WINE FESTIVAL
What: tastings with performances by Jacqueline Jones & T Scott Waker
When: May 21 – 5 – 8pm
22nd – 3 – 9pm
23rd – noon – 4pm
Where: Lakeside Inn
100 N. Alexander St
Mt. Dora
Cost: $8 Fri; $36 Sat; $12 Sun; $48 – 3-day pass
Contact: 407-246-2620
MOVIE/THEATER
2010 ORLANDO INTERNATIONAL FRINGE FESTIVAL
What: Annual festival of theater, art, music and more
When: May 20 – 31 – various times
Where: Loch Haven Park
2416 N. Mills Ave
Orlando
Cost: various prices
Contact: 407-648-0077
www.OrlandoFringe.org
LEBOWSKI FEST
What: celebration & performances in tribute to The Big Lebowski
When: May 21 – 8pm
Where: House of Blues
Downtown Disney
Lake Buena Vista
Cost: $15 advance; $17 at the door
Contact: 407-934-2583
CINEMA IN THE PARK
What: Screening of Disney’s Up
When: May 21 – 8pm
Where: Downtown Sanford
W. First St & S. Park Ave
Sanford
Cost: Free
CHILDREN
KIDS FRINGE FESTIVAL
What: Daily creative activities for children through dance, music, puppets, performances and crafts
When: May 22 – 23 & 29 – 30 – 10am – 4pm
Where: Loch Haven Park
2416 N. Mills Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 321-689-2798
HANGING OUT AT THE PORCH
What: Children’s Library offers afternoon games, crafts, movies and more
When: Wednesday – 3pm through June 30th
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
www.ocls.info
A YEAR WITH FROG & TOAD
What: Arnold Lobel’s children’s stories are adapted as a stage musical
When: Fri – 8pm through May 23rd
Sat – 3 & 8pm
Sun – 3 & 7pm
Where: Breakthrough Theatre of Winter Park
419A Fairbanks Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $15
Contact: 407-920-4034
www.BreakthroughTheatre.com
NATURE – LANDSCAPING – ENVIRONMENT
LOVE OF ORCHIDS SHOW & SALE
What: orchids, bromeliads, books, supplies
When: May 21 – 23 – 10am – 4pm
Where: Albin Polasek Museum and Sculpture Gardens
633 Osceola Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-299-8003
CENTRAL FLORIDA NIGHTS
What: Learn to identify different constellations, planets and more in Florida’s unique night sky
When: May 21 – 8:30pm
Where: Seminole State College Planetarium
100 Weldon Blvd
Sanford
Cost: $6
Contact: 407-708-2360
FOOD & DRINK
MOUNT DORA BLUES & WINE FESTIVAL
What: tastings with performances by Jacqueline Jones & T Scott Waker
When: May 21 – 5 – 8pm
22nd – 3 – 9pm
23rd – noon – 4pm
Where: Lakeside Inn
100 N. Alexander St
Mt. Dora
Cost: $8 Fri; $36 Sat; $12 Sun; $48 – 3-day pass
Contact: 407-246-2620
DOWNTOWN POUR
What: wine, spirits & microbrew tastings
When: May 22 – 4 – 8pm
Where: The Plaza Courtyard
Orange Ave & Church St
Orlando
Cost: $30 advance; $40 day of
Contact: 321-281-2000
FUNDRAISER
FOOD & ART FOR THOUGHT
What: Art sale and food sampling to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank’s Backpack Program
When: May 20 – 6:30 – 9:30pm
Where: Gallery at Interlachen
5510 Lake Howell Rd
Winter Park
Cost: $30 – 35
Contact: 954-483-7456
WALK-A-THON
What: to benefit Covenant House to help fight youth homelessness in Central Florida
When: May 22 – 8am
Where: Lake Lily Park
840 Lake Lily Dr
Maitland
Cost: Donation
Contact: 407-736-9001
AN EVENING WITH PIERRE MATISSE AT THE MOULIN ROUGE
What: themed gala with live art benefitting the Spotlight Theatre of Central Florida
When: May 22 – 6:30 – 10pm
Where: Women’s Club of Sanford
309 S. Oak Ave
Sanford
Cost: $50
Contact: 407-391-9830
AIM FOR A CURE
What: live entertainment, refreshments & auction to benefit melanoma research
When: May 23 – 4 – 10pm
Where: Ember
42 W. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: $30
Contact: 407-222-1654
ETC.
REPTICON
What: reptile expo with vendors, seminars & activities
When: May 22 – 10am – 5pm
23rd – 10am – 4pm
Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds
4603 W. Colonial Dr
Orlando
Cost: $8 adults; $5 ages 5 – 12; younger free
Contact: 863-687-4102
FESTIVAL DE MAYO
What: food sampling and live entertainment
When: May 22 – 2 – 7pm
Where: Florida Mall
8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-851-6255
PLAN AHEAD
WOMEN’S EXECUTIVE COUNCIL’S DINNER & FASHION SHOW
What: with a buffet, dessert bar, door prizes, cash bar & “Mediterranean” auction
When: May 27 – 6 – 8pm
Where: Citrus Club
255 S. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: $36 through 5/23 then $42
Contact: 407-521-8992
MEMORIAL DAY & PEACE POLE DEDICATION CEREMONY
What: keynote speaker Lt. Col. Sharon Branch w/refreshments
When: May 28 – 11am
Where: Bill Breeze Park
125 N. Lakeshore Dr.
Ocoee
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-905-3100
MEMORIAL DAY SALUTE
What: posting of colors, speaker, presentation, living history talks, military displays
When: May 29 – 10am – noon
Where: Cypress Grove Park
290 Holden Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free – bring lawn chairs, blankets, picnic baskets
Contact: 407-855-5877
A SALUTE TO THE FALLEN: A CELEBRATION OF MEMORIAL DAY
What: concert by the Basilica Choir
When: May 30 – 3pm
Where: The Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe
8300 Vineland Ave
Orlando
Cost: $10 adults; children 12 & under free
Contact: 407-239-6600 x 317
RETRO GAME NIGHT
What: classic board & video games
When: June 4 – 7pm – midnight
Where: Orange County Regional History Center
65 E. Central Blvd.
Orlando
Cost: $5; member free – 18 & older
Contact: 407-836-7010
www.TheHistoryCenter.org
6TH ANNUAL JEANS & JEWELS
What: benefitting the Orlando Philharmonic with music & dancing with a Motown theme
When: June 5 – 7pm
Where: Winter Park Farmer’s Market
200 W. New England Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $65 – reservations required
Contact: 407-896-6700 x 223
SUMMER LANDSCAPE DESIGN CLASS
What: landscape design & principles; plant choices; irrigation & how to save water; how to attract wildlife
When: Tuesdays – June 8 – 29 – 7 – 9pm
Where: Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension
6021 S. Conway Rd
Orlando
Cost: $25 – registration deadline June 1
Contact: 407-254-9200
For information on Orlando real estate and Orlando homes for sale in addition to Orlando relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Greater Orlando Area Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.
To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.
Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034
You can read Marc’s other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker
Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.
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