Thursday, October 22, 2009

What’s Happening in Central Florida - October 20, 2009

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, Author, 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! It’s Fall and of course that means time for Halloween!

ART & LITERATURE

THANE MAYNARD

What: Rollins alum and director of the Cincinnati Zoo reads from and discusses his and Jane Goodall's book, Hope for Animals and Their World When: Oct 22 – 5:30pm

Where: Rollins College Bush Auditorium

1000 Holt Ave

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-646-2200

HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH POETRY

What: Members of the International Association of Poets & Writers share poems in their native Spanish dialects

When: Oct 24 – 2pm

Where: Orlando Public Library

101 E. Central Blvd

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-835-7481

www.ocls.info

THEATER & MOVIES

CATS CHAT BACK

What: The cast of the touring production of the musical meet and talk with fans

When: Oct 22 – 5pm

Where: Barnes & Noble

2418 E. Colonial Dr

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-894-6024

BRIDE OF WILDENSTEIN: THE MUSICAL

What: Marsian & Company present this adult puppet show about a marriage that turns a woman into a beast

When: Oct 22 – 24 – 8pm

Where: The Gallery at Avalon Island

39 S. Magnolia Ave.

Orlando

Cost: $10

Contact: 407-803-6670

www.OrlandoPuppetFestival.com

7 DEADLY SINS

What: Emotions Dance Company combines with local artists, singers and more to create a walk-through performance about temptation When: Oct 23 - 24 – 8pm

Where: Cameo Theater

1013 E. Colonial Dr

Orlando

Cost: $20 - 25

Contact: 407-403-5993

MUSIC

CENTRAL FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL BLUES CHALLENGE

What: Blues bands and solo/duo acts compete for a chance to represent Central Florida at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis When: Oct 25 – noon - 8pm

Where: McWells Restaurant & Bar

4757 S. Orange Ave

Orlando

Cost: $12

Contact: 407-855-4006

www.McWellsOrlando.com

LECTURE

ENDING MODERN DAY SLAVERY IN FLORIDA AND ACROSS THE GLOBE

What: Film screenings, lectures and panel discussions on the practice of human trafficking

When: Oct 21 – 10am – 2pm & 6 - 8pm

Where: University of Central Florida – Student Union

4000 Central Florida Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-823-2000

www.StopHumanTrafficking.org

ABDUL KALAM

What: The eleventh president of India speaks on the topic "World Space Vision 2050"

When: Oct 22 – 4:15pm

Where: University of Central Florida

Student Union – Pegasus Ballroom

4000 Central Florida Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-823-2000

“THE FUTURE OF THE AMERICAN DREAM” DISCUSSION

What: William Grieder a political journalist & author will lead the discussion

When: Oct 22 – 8 – 9:30pm

Where: Rollins College Bush Auditorium

1000 Holt Ave

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-646-2203

JEAN-MICHAEL COUSTEAU

What: The oceanographer, activist and son of Jacques Cousteau speaks about "The Great Ocean Adventure"

When: Oct 23 – 9am – 4pm

Where: Rollins College

1000 Holt Ave

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-691-1995

“THE 21ST CENTURY: OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES IN THE NEW MILLENNIUM” SYMPOSIUM

What: 3 panels & discussion presented by the Winter Park Institute

When: Oct 23

9 – 10:30am – “Politics and the Economy” with William

Grieder, Leah Nedderman & Anya Kamentez

11am – 12:30pm – “The Human Environment” with

Christopher Leinberger, Mark Jerome Walters & Jerome

Ringo

2 – 3:30pm – “The Natural World” with Michael Cousteau,

Thane Maynard and John Cronin

Where: Rollins College Tiedke Concert Hall

1000 Holt Ave

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-691-1995

FOUR THOUSAND YEARS OF ANDEAN GOLD: AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL LECTURE

What: presented by Mark Aldenderfer & sponsored by UCF’s Anthropology Dept & the Central Florida Chapter of the Archaeological Institute of America

When: Oct 23 – 7pm

Where: University of Central Florida

4000 Central Florida Blvd

Psychology Bldg – Rm 108

Orlando

Cost: Free – call for a parking pass & information

Contact: 407-823-6725

HEALTH

IS YOUR ANCESTRY A RISK FACTOR FOR BREAST CANCER – A WOMEN’S FORUM

What: moderated by Dr. Kamy R. Kemp

When: Oct 21 – noon - 1pm

Where: Jewish Family Services

2100 Lee Road

Winter Park

Cost: $6 includes a light lunch – reservations required by 10/19

Contact: 407-644-7593 x 237

NATURE

BIRD IDENTIFICATION

What: 3-class course presented by the Orange Audubon Society

When: Saturdays - Oct 24 – Nov 7 – 8:30am – 12:30pm

Where: Rollins College

1000 Holt Ave

Winter Park

Cost: $25 society members; $40 nonmembers – registration required

Contact: 407-644-0796

FOOD, BEER & WINE

HARBOR NIGHTS: LA DOLCE VITA

What: A Mediterranean-style food, wine and jazz festival for the season

When: Oct 23 – 6:30 – 9pm

Where: Lowe’s Portofino Bay Hotel

5601 Universal Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: $35 - 60

Contact: 407-363-6890

4TH ANNUAL NURTURE THE NATIONS

What: international food & wine tasting, entertainment, auction, guest speakers

When: Oct 24 – 5:30 – 8:30pm

Where: Mennello Museum of Art

900 E. Princeton St.

Orlando

Cost: $15 students & UNA members; $25 non members

Contact: 407-832-1777

SPAGHETTI DINNER

What: In honor of World Pasta Day, Brian Feldman prepares and serves the title dish for one diner at a time

When: Oct 25 – 6pm

Where: Frames Forever & Art Gallery

941 Orange Ave

Orlando

Cost: $10 – reservations required

Contact: 407-622-6358

FUNDRAISERS

GLITZ, GLAMOUR AND GIVING

What: Fashion show to raise money for breast cancer and lupus

When: Oct 21 – 7pm

Where: Vintage Lounge

114 S. Orange Ave

Orlando

Cost: $5 donation

Contact: 877-386-7346

DRINK PINK

What: Wine tasting and silent auction to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure

When: Oct 22 – 5:30pm

Where: Tastings: A Wine Experience

111 N. Magnolia Ave

Orlando

Cost: donation

Contact: 407-999-9950

COCKTAILS FOR A CAUSE

What: Former UF football star Darryl Perry comes out to raise money for the Miracle of Life Foundation

When: Oct 23 – 5:30 - 7pm

Where: University Club of Orlando

150 E. Central Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-425-2514

CHEERS TO CHARITIES

What: appetizers, entertainment & silent auction sponsored by the Orlando Junior Woman’s Club to benefit local charities

When: Oct 23 – 7 - 10pm

Where: Houlihan’s

9150 International Drive

Orlando

Cost: $15 advance; $20 at the door

Contact: 407-426-9642

CENTRAL FLORIDA COMEDY SHOWCASE

What: Former Orlando Improv veterans Tight Mike, Laurie Fondiler, Jersey and Maryellen Hooper reunite to benefit the fight against breast and prostate cancers

When: Oct 23 – 8:30pm

Where: Embassy Suites

191 E. Pine St.

Orlando

Cost: $20 - 30

Contact: www.OrlandoEventSeries.com

HOOOOWL FOR THE ARTS

What: the Seminole Cultural Arts Councils sponsors an auction of masks made by community leaders and local artists, with dinner and live entertainment

When: Oct 24 – 6:30 - 10pm

Where: Seminole Harley Davidson

620 Hickman Circle

Sanford

Cost: $35 - 100

Contact: 407-261-2314

ETC.

FALL FEST - WINDERMERE

What: arts, crafts food, entertainment & bounce houses

When: Oct 24 – 9am - 4pm

Where: Downtown Windermere

Main St between 5th & 6th

Windermere

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-876-0270

MOUNT DORA CRAFT FAIR

What: over 350 crafters from around the country will be on display at this nationally-ranked, juried annual event

When: Oct 24 – 25 – 9am - 5pm

Where: Downtown Mount Dora

N. Donnelly St

Mount Dora

Cost: Free

Contact: 352-735-1191

FALL FEST – WEKIWA SPRINGS STATE PARK

What: with games & environmental exhibits by Wekiwa Wilderness Trust

When: Oct 24 – 10am - 2pm

Where: Wekiwa Springs State Park

1800 Wekiwa Circle

Apopka

Cost: $6 per car

Contact: 407-884-2006

FINDING MONEY FOR YOUR EDUCATION

What: learn how to obtain financial aid for studies using resources available OCLS’ Foundation Center Cooperating Collection

When: Oct 24 – 10am

Where: Orlando Public Library

101 E. Central Blvd

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-835-7480

www.ocls.info

RENEWABLE ENERGY EXPO

What: Exhibits, seminars, workshops, films, and more on the world of clean energy and energy efficiency technology

When: Oct 24 - 25– 10am - 5pm

Where: Orlando Science Center

777 E. Princeton St.

Orlando

Cost: $17

Contact: 407-514-2000

FESTIVAL CALLE ORANGE

What: Latin American festivities including live entertainment from celebrity guests, dancing and food

When: Oct 25– 11am - 8pm

Where: Downtown Orlando

Orange Ave & Central Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: $12

Contact: 407-381-5310

OPA! FEST ’09 GREEK FAIR

What: Taverna Opa offers this celebration of Greek culture with music, food, dancing and prizes

When: Oct 25– noon - 5pm

Where: Taverna Opa

Pointe Orlando

9101 International Dr

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-879-2481

www.OpaOrlando.com

PLAN AHEAD

11TH ANNUAL MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER WALK

What: 5K walk sponsored by the American Cancer Society of Metro Orlando

When: Oct 31 – 8am – registration 7am

Where: Lake Eola Park

1 N Rosalind Ave.

Orlando

Contact: 407-843-8680

ANTIQUE ROSES

What: demonstration for fall & holiday arrangements presented by the Orlando Area Historical Rose Soceity

When: Nov 1 – 2:30pm

Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens

1920 N. Forest Ave.

Orlando

Cost: Free; doors open 2pm

Contact: 407-647-1219

JOB FAIR

What: over 70 employers – bring resumes & dress professionally

When: Nov 4 – noon - 4pm

Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds

4603 W. Colonial Dr.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-834-4022

12TH ANNUAL TASTE OF MAITLAND

What: food & beverage vendors from area restaurants with live music

When: Nov 9 – 5:30 - 8pm

Where: Lake Lily Park

840 Lake Lily Drive

Maitland

Cost: $12 advance; $15 at the gate; children 3-12 - ½ price

Contact: 407-644-0741

ORLANDO FOOD & WINE FEST

What: over 35 restaurants represented – food, wine & music

When: Nov 14 – noon - 9pm

15th – noon – 6pm

Where: Lake Eola & Robinson St.

Orlando

Cost: advance - $15 2-day pass; $10 day pass; $15 day of the event; food & beverages $2 - $6

Contact: www.OrlandoFoodandWineFest.com


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