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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