Senior Calendar

MARCH 3

The Armand Marchesano Orchestra will play music for ballroom dancing on Saturday, March 3, from 7:30 to 10 p.m., at Beardall Senior Center, 800 S. Delaney Ave., Orlando on the corner of Orange Avenue and Gore Street. Please bring a covered dish to share. The cost is $4 per person, which also includes coffee and refreshments supplied by the city of Orlando. For more information, call 407-246-2637.

MARCH 4

The Foundation Fighting Blindness will host its Orlando Vision Seminar on Sunday, March 4, from 1-5 p.m., at the Holiday Inn Orlando International Airport. This free informational symposium is part of the Foundation’s Vision Seminar Series. The seminar is free. Advance registration is requested; call 800-647-0008 or visit www.FightBlindness.org/OrlandoSeminar to reserve a seat.

MARCH 7

Trivia 4 U is 7 p.m. March 7 and March 21 at University Club of Winter Park. Mark your calendars for free trivial pursuit games on the first and third Wednesday of each month. If you have any questions please call 407-810-3611 or email [email protected]

MARCH 8

Did you know that the biggest color for spring is “tangerine?” Women of all faiths will learn about the latest colors, trends and styles at a fashion presentation on the runway at Bloomingdales at the Mall at Millennia on Thursday, March 8, at 10:45 a.m. The couvert is $25 and includes a mimosa brunch and goody bag. Bloomingdales is donating 10 percent of all sales to the Jewish Pavilion. Visit www.jewishpavilion.org or call 407-678-9363.

MARCH 9

Victoria Lynn Schultz, Harpist, plays at 11:30 a.m. March 9 at University Club of Winter Park. Non-members are $20 and must prepay by MC/Visa by Monday, March 5. Members are $15 (call the reservation line) by noon, Wednesday, March 7. Call 407-644-6149 or visit http://www.universityclubwinterpark.org/

MARCH 10

On March 10, the Maitland ‘s Woman’s Club will be holding its annual fashion show and luncheon at Maison & Jardin, 430 S. Wymore Road, Altemonte Springs. Cost is $30 cash or check. For tickets call 407-539-0038 or 407-830-6373. MWC is a nonprofit organization. Proceeds go to our local charities.

The Orlando/Winter Park Branch of American Association Of University Women will host its Annual Spring Literary Luncheon featuring Carol Frost, acclaimed author of 11 books of poetry, at 11:30 a.m., Saturday, March 10, at The University Club of Winter Park, 841 N. Park Ave., Winter Park. Price is $35 and reservations are required. To make reservation, please send check to Susan Hoke, 558 Oak Reserve Lane, Winter Park, FL 327892. Visit www.AAUWOrlwp.org

MARCH 15

Counsel for Caregivers Seminar Series at the Orlando Public Library, Third Floor, Albertson Room, 101 E. Central Blvd., Orlando, is Thursday, March 15, at 12:10 p.m. The topic being presented is “Questions to ask when selecting a long term care facility.” Please RSVP to [email protected] or 407-836-7446.

The American Legion, Winter Park Memorial Post 112, will host an “Open House” event, in celebration of the American Legion’s 93rd anniversary of its founding in 1919, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, March 15, at 4490 N. Goldenrod Road, Winter Park. Call 407-671-6404.

MARCH 16

Cornerstone Hospice, servicing Osceola and Orange counties, will be conducting a two-day volunteer training toward the required certification to become a Hospice Volunteer on Friday, March 16, and Friday, March 23, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day. Training is at 8009 South Orange Ave., Orlando. Please pre-register by calling 800-503-5756.

MARCH 20

Military Retired Officers Wives Club of Central Florida meets March 20 and the third Tuesday of each month, September through May from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Elks Club at 12 N. Primrose Drive, Orlando. For information, contact Marty Harrison at 407-886- 1922 or Ellen Paul at 407-696-4809.

MARCH 23

“Put Pain in Its Place! How to Get Osteoarthritis Pain under Control” is a one-day, train-the-trainer session hosted by the National Council on Aging and the Arthritis Foundation. This free training session is being held Friday, March 23, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex, 99 East Mark St., Orlando, FL 32803. RSVP by March 16 to [email protected] or call 202-479-6605.

APRIL 13

“Celebrate In Celebration” is this year’s theme of the Annual Caregiver Retreat being held April 13 – 15. It’s held at the Radisson Resort Orlando Celebration Hotel. The cost per person is $75.00. RSVP by March 23rd to Cindi at 407-843-1910, ext. 301 or email: [email protected].

MAITLAND SENIOR CENTER EVENTS

The Maitland Senior Center is located at 345 S. Maitland Ave. in Maitland. The schedule is subject to change without notice. For more information, call 407-539-6251 or visit www.itsmymaitland.com

Join Audrey every Tuesday in March at 10:30 a.m. for Line Dance Lessons. Class is 2 hours and perfect for both beginner and intermediate dancers. Cost of the class is $4 to the teacher.

From Feb. 7 – April 17 AARP will be offering free tax assistance on Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 4 p.m. Please make sure to bring all appropriate tax information with you. The last person is helped at 3 p.m.

Join us every Monday & Friday in March at 1 p.m. to see your favorite movies! Check our calendar online (ItsMyMaitland.com) to see what movies are showing in March.

Join John every Monday, Thursday, and Friday in March at 9 a.m. for Yoga. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring your own mat. Cost of the class is $2 to the teacher.

Do you like to knit or crochet? Do you like making new friends and sharing your favorite patterns? Then join our Knit & Crochet group every Monday in March at 10 a.m. Bring your current project and have some fun!

Join us every Monday in March at 1 p.m. for our Conversational French group. Spend some time chatting with others and making new friends. Must be fluent in French to participate.

Join Esther every Tuesday in March at 9 a.m. for Tai Chi classes. Cost of the class is $2 to the teacher.

Join us every Tuesday in March at 1 p.m. for our Conversational Spanish group. Spend some time chatting with others and making new friends. Must be fluent in Spanish to participate.

Join Ann every Friday in March for Recorder classes. Beginning classes are held at 12:30 p.m. and intermediate classes are held at 1 p.m. Lessons are free! Please call the Senior Center at 407-539-6251 for specifics on this class.

The Maitland Senior Center presents a program for elders on the second Friday of the month that is staffed by counselors from S.H.I.N.E. (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders). The program provides free unbiased counseling about Medicare, Medigap, HMOs, Medicaid, Prescriptions Drug Plans, and Long Term Care.

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