Family Calendar: Night of Fire

JAN. 5

Crealdé School of Art will host Night of Fire and Winter Open House on Saturday, Jan. 5, to kick off the new year. The second Annual Night of Fire features campus-wide activities including a live bronze sculpture pour, kiln firing, free workshops, and handmade clay lantern displays at the main campus. The Night of Fire open house is scheduled from 5 to 8 p.m. with a gallery reception for Director’s Choice III starting at 6 p.m. on the Crealdé campus at 600 St. Andrews Blvd. in Winter Park. This exciting event is free.

JAN. 6

Time to make good on new year’s resolutions with the Asbury “I CAN” 5k on Sunday, Jan. 6, at 4 p.m. The race kicks off at 220 W. Horatio Ave. in Maitland. All proceeds will be used to feed hungry children through support of local food banks. Call 407-644-5222, email [email protected], or for race registration forms visit asburyumc.com

JAN. 9

On Wednesday, Jan. 9 clowns will blend the magic of the circus with the importance of reading during Reading with Ringling Day. After a lively rendition of a circus-themed book, they’ll engage the audience with juggling, plate spinning and other silly and dynamic demonstrations previewing ‘The Greatest Show on Earth.’ The library events are free and everyone is invited. It’s from 11:30 a.m. to noon at the Maitland Public Library. For more information call 407-647-7700 or visit maitlandpubliclibrary.org

JAN. 10

The Jewish Community Center of South Orlando is hosting a Winter Open House on Thursday, Jan. 10 from 5:30-7 p.m. Meet new members, enjoy refreshments, speak with program directors and instructors, and learn about all of our wonderful winter programs. RSVP to the Welcome Center.

JAN. 12

The READing Fest is a festival of opportunities for those with a love of reading and writing. The Maitland Fire Department will be reading books, and there will be puppet shows. It is a great opportunity to work with local writers and poets to create original works, plus local artists to help illustrate your creative writing. Children will work with local authors, poets and artists to create a fusion work of visual art and creative writing, as well as hearing City Council members read some of their favorite picture books. It’s from 2-4 p.m. Saturday Jan. 12 at the Maitland Public Library.

JAN. 14

Art and History Museums – Maitland (A&H) offers an exciting lineup of classes and workshops for children and adults, beginning the week of Jan. 14. Participants can choose from classes and workshops including painting, drawing, stained glass, jewelry, pottery, and much more. Classes are instructed by professional artists and educators. Class registration can be done online at www.ArtandHistory.org or by phone at 407-539-2181, extension 265.

ONGOING

Sign your children up for winter and spring sports leagues in Maitland, now through Jan. 13. Sports leagues are for ages 5-19, depending on league, ranging from soccer to flag football to baseball and softball. Visit Independencelane.com for a link with all the details.