Thursday, July 8, 2010

On-Going Events in the Central Florida Greater Orlando Area

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

THE B-SIDE ARTISTS 3RD ANNUAL SHOW

What: New Works from Swamburger, G. Lemus, Tobar, Tr3 and more along with a tribute to Palin Perez Jackson

When: Tue – Sat – 11am – 6pm through July 12th

Where: CityArts Factory

29 S. Orange Ave

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-648--7060

 

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

 

REVEALING THE SOUL – PAINTING FROM THE INSIDE OUT

What: Paintings by Gary Borse capture the essence and energy of Florida landscapes

When: through July 14th

Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens

1920 N. Forest Ave.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-246-2620

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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 mucis by Tr

When: First Friday – 6 - 9pm

Where: Ivanhoe Village Main Street

Orange Ave btwn New Hampshire & Princeton Aves

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-484-5839

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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