Calendar

THROUGH AUG. 11

Early voting for the primary election runs through Saturday, Aug. 11. One of the 10 polling centers is the Winter Park Library, 460 E. New England Ave., which is open to Orange County voters from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. Bring a photo ID. If a voter has moved since the last election – especially if they’ve crossed county lines – they are encouraged to call (407) 836-VOTE (8683) to update their registration record. Visit www.orangecountyvotes.com

AUG. 9

You’re invited to an open garden from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 9, at DePugh Community Garden, 450 W. Welbourne Ave. (One block south of Morse Blvd., behind DePugh Nursing Center). Come see how rewarding, fun and healthy it is to grow your own vegetables in a community setting. Light refreshments will be served. Rain date is Aug. 10. Call 407-484-3000 or visit www.ourwholecommunity.org

The Winter Park Police Department and the Victim Service Center of Central Florida will host free women’s safety awareness classes for all interested women that have a tie to the city of Winter Park. The class is Thursday, Aug. 9, from 6-8 p.m. at the police department, located at 500 N. Virginia Ave. The class is for women only, ages 14 and older. You must sign up to attend and the class is limited to the first 25 who sign up. Call Officer Kaitlin Gonzalez at 321-303-5884 or email [email protected]

AUG. 10

The Art & History Museums – Maitland (A&H) continues its popular Summer Concerts in the Garden - Art. Music. Food. Architecture. on Friday, Aug. 10, at 7 p.m. The Dave Capp Project takes the stage for an evening of music and fun in the Main Garden, 231 W. Packwood Ave., Maitland. Patrons can also hear literary readings from Maitland Poets & Writers, stop by the A&H’s Main Galleries to view the exhibition “A Day in the Life of the Research Studio,” and shop at the Museum Store. Back by popular demand is Feast Beast Food Truck. A bar is available for those who would like to purchase alcohol. Guests are not permitted to bring in their own alcohol. The Enzian partners with us, bringing delicious hot popcorn for our guests to enjoy. Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket or a low-backed chair. Admission is $3. For additional information, visit www.ArtandHistory.org or phone 407-539-2181.

AUG. 11

Holler Honda is holding a blood drive on Saturday, Aug. 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to support Florida’s Blood Centers at 2211 N. Semoran Blvd. All donors will receive a Fandango movie pass as a thank-you gift. They also will be offering child identification cards through Children’s Safety Village from 10 a.m. to noon to help families prepare for emergencies such as hurricane evacuations. For more information, call 407-645-4123 ext. 1043.

Enzian will be showing Director Francis Ford Coppola’s legendary sequel “The Godfather Part II” on Saturday, Aug. 11, at 11 a.m. General admission is $8 and Enzian members pay $5. The Enzian is located at 1300 S. Orlando Ave. Purchase tickets at Enzian’s box office or at Enzian.org

The Young Executives of the Citrus Club, a network of young professionals in Central Florida, will host its fourth annual “Diamonds Are Forever” Casino Night benefit on Saturday, Aug. 11, at The Citrus Club, located on the 18th floor of the BB&T building, 225 S. Orange Ave. The event will feature a Texas Hold ‘em and blackjack tournament, along with roulette and craps. All proceeds will benefit the Camaraderie Foundation, a local nonprofit that provides private counseling to military service members and their families. Registration is at 6 p.m. and games begin at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased early for $75 and at the door for $85. Tickets can be purchased online at www.citrusclubdiamonds.com

AUG. 12

Full Sail University will be having free Behind the Scenes tours on Sunday, Aug. 12, at 3300 University Blvd. The Full Sail University campus has the feel of a Hollywood studio — complete with a film back lot, recording studios, game studios, art studios, countless labs and creative spaces. Book your spot by calling 1-877-392-5697.

Central Florida Jazz Society’s inaugural fundraising event, “Party with a Purpose,” is 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 12, at the Elks Lodge #1079, 12 N. Primrose Drive, Orlando. It benefits the CFJS Scholarship Fund and Elks Charities. Celebrate the most successful concert season in CFJS history, plus enjoy a 2012-13 preview. Tickets are $25 per person, or reserve a table for you and seven friends for $175. Admission includes Hors d’oeuvres, one drink ticket, live music and dancing, prizes and surprises! RSVP to Bill Boardman at 407-365-7455.

AUG. 14

The primary election is Aug. 14. Visit http://bit.ly/P2nIpY for more voter information.

Harriett’s Happy Hour on Tuesday, Aug. 14, at Luma on Park, 290 S. Park Ave., is sold out. Visit parkavenuefashionweek.com for other events associated with this year’s Harriett’s Park Avenue Fashion Week.

Counsel for Caregivers Seminar Series is Aug. 14 at 10:30 a.m. at the West Oaks Library. The August session is rather unique – It’s a “show and tell” of different medical equipment and the presenter will be sharing tips and tricks on how to make sure you receive the “model” that best meets your needs. Reservations are encouraged. Visit www.ocfl.net/seniors

AUG. 15

Ms. Natalie Cordone returns to the popular Winter Park Playhouse Spotlight Cabaret Series with her new Cabaret, “Sentimental Journey,” with Chris Leavy at the piano on Wednesday, Aug. 15, and Wednesday, Aug. 29, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 and include a drink from the bar. (Standing room tickets are $10. No drink included.) Seating is limited to 54, so advance reservations are strongly recommended. To purchase tickets, call the Box Office at 407-645-0145. For more information, visit winterparkplayhouse.org. The Winter Park Playhouse is located at 711 Orange Ave., Suite C.

AUG. 16

Winter Park Village is hosting its inaugural Toast! Wine and Spirits Walk on Thursday, Aug. 16, from 6-10 p.m. Sponsored by Audi and LA Fitness, the event will feature restaurants such as Truffles Grill, TAPS Wine and Beer Eatery, Mitchell’s Fish Market, Lime Fresh Mexican Grill, Publix and Menchie’s. For more information, visit www.toastwinterparkvillage.eventbite.com

Newcomers of Central Florida will host a black-and-white themed luncheon and general meeting on Thursday, Aug. 16. Members and guests are encouraged to wear black-and-white attire while gathering at Cafe Murano, 309 Cranes Roost Blvd. To commemorate the event’s theme, attendees are invited to bring in their black-and-white baby photos to share with the group. There will also be a contest with black-and-white prizes awarded to the three club members who bring in the oldest newspapers or dated clippings. Luncheon tickets are priced at $23. Advance reservations are required. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. For more information, contact DeDe Fluhr at 407-366-9084 or visit newcomerscfl.org

The Winter Park Welcome Center will host Coffee Talk on Thursday, Aug. 16, from 8-9 a.m. with Vice Mayor Steven Leary.

AUG. 18

Enzian will be featuring “Don Giovanni” (La Scala) on Saturday, Aug. 18, at 11 a.m. Mozart’s ultimate bad boy meets his match in Anna Netrebko, the opera world’s “hottest female star.” General admission is $20 and Enzian members pay $17.50. The Enzian is located at 1300 S. Orlando Ave. Purchase tickets at Enzian’s box office or Enzian.org

Big Bang Bazaar, an indie arts, crafts and vintage bazaar, is 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, at the Maitand Civic Center, 641 S. Maitland Ave. There will be a free swag bags to the first 100 attendees. Admission is $5; children 12 and younger are free. Visit www.bigbangbazaar.net

The André Smith Restoration Project will hold a silent auction to support the restoration of eight newly discovered André Smith paintings on Aug. 18 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Maitland Art Center, 231 W. Packwood Ave. The paintings were donated to Eatonville’s St. Lawrence AME Church in the 1930s and are of historical significance to the town of Eatonville as well as the Maitland Art Center. Along with the silent auction, there will be music and refreshments. For information – or to contribute – call Jerry Bell at 407-672-1001 or email him at [email protected]

AUG. 20

There will be a city blood drive on Monday, Aug. 20, at Winter Park City Hall from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Winter Park City Hall will be having a grand re-opening reception on Monday, Aug. 20, at 2 p.m.

AUG. 24

The Sixth Annual Dog Days of Summer Wine and Beer Tasting is 5:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24, at The Doggie Door/Unleashed. It’s $25 in advance and $40 the day of the event. For more information, call 407-644-2969 or stop by the stores at 329 N. Park Ave.

AUG. 25

Celebrate the kickoff of Central Florida’s cultural season with the 8th Annual Red Chair Affair on Saturday, Aug. 25. Your ticket to sample the cultural offerings for the 2012-2013, this extraordinary evening is held at the Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre and includes performances from a variety of genres and organizations. Once again, IKEA has partnered with Red Chair Affair for the IKEA Red Chair Silent Auction, which can be viewed at www.biddingforgood.com/redchairproject/2012.

AUG. 26

Rally Day Kickoff is at St. John Lutheran Church, Winter Park on Sunday, Aug. 26, at 10:15 a.m. There will be a backpack blessing and a noon celebration with food trucks, water slides and bouncy house. It’s at 1600 S. Orlando Ave. Call 407-644-1783.

AUG. 28

The Art & History Museums – Maitland’s (A&H) continues its popular Artists’ Critique & Conversation series on Tuesday, Aug. 28 at 6 p.m. This professional development series for artists is held on the fourth Tuesday of every month in the A&H’s Germaine Marvel Building, 210 W. Packwood Avenue, Maitland. The program is free and the public is encouraged to attend. Each critique is led by artist, arts writer and instructor Josh Garrick. Joining Garrick as guest panelists on Aug. 28 are Robin Maria Pedrero and Terry Hummel. Artists of every medium and skill level are encouraged to participate in the critiques. Each critique will review the art of up to nine artists, and all artists must sign up in advance. Interested artists can sign up in advance for one of the nine slots online at www.ArtandHistory.org

AUG. 29

50+FYI Expo, which rotates throughout Central Florida, is coming to west Orange County on Aug. 29. It’s from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Pauls Presbyterian Church in Gotha. It’s free! In addition to having information, there will be a Food Truck Bazaar, magician, master balloon artist and music by Miss Jacqueline Jones.

AUG. 30

With 60,000 thoughts a day, research has found that there is power in committing your goals to writing. Please join JFS Orlando for an interactive evening focusing on our hopes and passions! It’s at Cocina 214, 151 E. Welbourne Ave., Winter Park from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 30. Individual tickets are $30 and include a beverage and light dinner. Sponsorship opportunities start at $300. To learn more, visit www.jfsorlando.org or call 407-644-7593 extension 227.

ONGOING

The Winter Park Farmers Market is held from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday. It is located at the old train depot, at 200 W. New England Ave. Visit CityofWinterPark.org

The Maitland Farmers Market is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday. It is located at Lake Lily Park. For more information, visit ItsMyMaitland.com or call 407-539-6268.

Food Truck Café is from 6 to 9 p.m. every Wednesday at Lake Lily Park in Maitland.

The Winter Park Food Truck Stop is located at 1127 N. Orlando Ave. and is open for food trucks 24/7. Follow the site on Facebook at tinyurl.com/FoodTruckStop

The second Friday of every month, local residents will have the opportunity to meet the artists and enjoy live music and performances while experiencing art and culture at the Maitland Chamber of Commerce. Contact [email protected]

RNR Registered Nurses Retired meets the third Wednesday of the month at Denny’s at 440 S. Semoran Blvd. for charitable works, educational offerings, fellowship and support. Call 407-281-1527.

Monday mornings at 11 a.m. at the Winter Park Community Center, there’s a 50-minute Deep Stretch Yoga class that is great for beginners, and anyone who wants to get an intensive stretch after a long run or bike ride. Classes are drop-in and cost $8. Contact the yoga instructor at 407-276-3478 or the Winter Park Community Center at 407-599-3275 for additional details. The Winter Park Community Center is located at 721 W. New England Ave.

On the first Wednesday of each month, the SOS (Survivors of Suicide) support group will meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Cornerstone Hospice, 8009 S. Orange Ave. Call Claudia Swonger to register at 407-206-2273.

The Art & History Museums – Maitland (A&H) has a new permanent exhibit, ”Maitland’s Legacies: Creativity and Innovation” in the A&H’s Maitland Historical Museum, 221 W. Packwood Ave. The Art & History Museums – Maitland exhibit, ”A Day in the Life of the Research Studio,” is at the A&H’s Maitland Art Center Galleries through Sept. 19. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $3 for adults, and $2 for seniors (55 and older) and for children (4-18 years). A&H members and children younger than 3 are free.