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JAN. 29

Come out to the annual GladdeningLight Symposium of the spiritual arts from Friday, Jan. 29, through Sunday, Jan. 31. This year’s symposium will feature world-renowned poet and associate fellow of Oxford University’s Saïd Business School David Whyte. Joining him are Irish brothers Owen and Moley Ó Súilleabháin, who harmonize a cappella ancient canticles and Gaelic sean nos traditional folk hymns. All events will take place near downtown Winter Park and Rollins College. Ticket prices range from $25 to $225. For additional information and registration details, please call 800-835-7212 or visit gladdeninglight.org/symposium-2016.

The First Congregational Church of Winter Park Rummage Sale runs from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 29, and Saturday, Jan. 30. This all-church sale is a fundraiser towards preservation of the church’s historic building. Furniture, household goods, tools, sporting goods and more will be for sale. The First Congregational Church of Winter Park is located at 225 S. Interlachen Ave. in Winter Park. Call 407-647-2416.

JAN. 30


Make a difference for animals in need by attending Pookie’s eighth annual RescueFest, a fundraiser and adoption day to benefit local non-profit animal rescue groups. This year’s event will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 30, at the picturesque Lake Lily Park in Maitland. This fun-filled annual event seeks to increase awareness and promote the adoption of homeless pets, tens of thousands of which are abandoned and turned in to local shelters every year in Central Florida. For more information and registration, please call 321-287-0390.

The Central Florida Chapter of the American Guild of Organists presents Pedals, Pipes, and Pizza - An Introduction to the Pipe Organ for Young People on Saturday, Jan. 30, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church Winter Park. The free event includes a presentation on the pipe organ, a musical demonstration of the instrument, and a chance for students to play the organ. This event is open to students of all ages. Parents and music teachers are welcome to accompany their children. A pizza lunch will be served around 11:30 a.m. at the conclusion of the program. Register online cfago.org

JAN. 31

Come out to the free Music of American Composers Concert on Sunday, Jan. 31, from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Tiedtke Concert Hall at Rollins College. The event will feature performers and composers from Rollins College’s music department, presented by the women of Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity. Donations will go toward supporting music scholarships for college women. Call 407-646-2559.

FEB. 2

Come out to the free 90.7 WMFE Speaker Series event, Friends Talking Faith: Making Sense of Turbulent Times on Tuesday, Feb. 2, at 7 p.m. The event will feature Professor Rachel Allen, coordinator of the Valencia College Peace and Justice Institute, and the stars of Friends Talking Faith with The Three Wise Guys – Imam Muhammad Musri, Rabbi Steven Engel and the Rev. Bryan Fulwider. Please RSVP by visiting wmfe.org/events or calling 407-273-2300, ext. 112.

A health and senior expo will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 2, at the Rachel Murrah Civic Center, located at 1050 W. Morse Blvd. in Winter Park. The free event will feature free antique appraisals, free health screenings, nutrition education, fun shopping, free samples, community resources, lots of door prizes and much more. Call 386-860-0092 or visit bucklershows.com

FEB. 4

As part of Winter With the Writers at Rollins College, Chilean novelist, screenwriter and diplomat Antonio Skármeta will host a free master class on Thursday, Feb. 4, at 4 p.m. in the Bush Science Center Auditorium. Skármeta will also give a reading, an onstage interview and a signing. For more information, please visit rollins.edu/winter-with-the-writers.

FEB. 5

The First United Methodist Church proudly presents the eighth annual Broadway Bound from Friday, Feb. 5, to Sunday, Feb. 7, beginning at 6 p.m. All proceeds will benefit the 2016 Mission Tour through Central and South Florida. For more information and ticket prices, please call 407-644-2906.

FEB. 7

Join Conductor John Sinclair and the Bach Festival Society of Winter Park for an afternoon of music on Sunday, Feb. 7 at 1:30 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour through Central Park to see Art on Green, an exhibition of seven sculptures by artists from Miami. The event will begin at the side stage in Central Park located near Morse Boulevard and The Emily Fountain. For more information, please visit cityofwinterpark.org/aog.

FEB. 9

Meet the Winter Park City Commission Candidates and join the Rollins Democracy Project and WPRK for a discussion hosted by Dick Batchelor, local community leader and former member of the Florida House of Representatives, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 9, at the SunTrust Auditorium at Rollins’ Crummer Hall. Light refreshments will be served. This event is free and open to the community. Parking can be found in the SunTrust Garage (bring your ticket with you to the event for validation). Cross the street at the Interlachen crosswalk and come through the Rollins gateway. The Crummer Building is the first building on your left once on campus. For more information, call 407-646-2000.

FEB. 10

The Winter Park Voice will host Winter Park City Commission candidate forum between Lambrine Macejewski and Carolyn Cooper (seat 3), and Tom McMacken and Pete Weldon (seat 4) from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 10, at the Winter Park Community Center, located at 721 W. New England Ave. in Winter Park. For more information, call 407-599-3275.

FEB. 11

Popcorn Flicks in Central Park will feature “Moonstruck” at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 11. Presented by Winter Park CRA and produced by Enzian Theater, this film series features classic films for the whole family. You are encouraged you to bring a blanket, a picnic or snacks, and some family and friends. There will be free popcorn for everyone. For more information, please call 407-629-0054.

FEB. 12

The Winter Park Chamber of Commerce will host City Commission candidates Lambrine Macejewski and Carolyn Cooper (seat 3), and Tom McMacken and Pete Weldon (seat 4) for a forum from 7:45 to 9 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 12, at the Winter Park Welcome Center, located at 151 W. Lyman Ave. in Winter Park. For more information, call 407-644-8281.

The Bach Festival Society’s flagship event, the annual Bach Festival, fills three weeks with choral and chamber music concerts, talks, and community events from Friday, Feb. 12, through Sunday, Feb. 28. Event pricing ranges from free to $60. Call 407-646-2182 or visit BachFestivalFlorida.org

FEB. 13

Florida Hospital presents Run 4 Love 4 Mile on Feb. 13 at 7:30 a.m., benefiting the Track Shack Foundation. Taking place on the morning before Valentine’s Day at Showalter Field, located at 2525 Cady Way, the event is designed for everyone who has a love for running or walking. Kids run for free. The event will also have a best outfit contest and SoleMate Challenge. Visit Run4Love4Mile.com or call 407-896-1160 for more information.

FEB. 16

Come out to the AARP Chapter 1047 meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 16, at 1:30 p.m. at the Rachel D. Murrah Civic Center of Winter Park. This meeting’s guest speaker is Anne Taylor from iDignity, an organization that assists people in obtaining government identification. Coffee and dessert will be served. Call 407-415-3775.

FEB. 19

Hear the Winter Park City Commission candidates’ positions on the issues important to you at a debate from noon to 1 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 19, at the Winter Park Public Library, located at 460 E. New England Ave. The debate will be moderated by Karen Climer of the League of Women Voters of Orange County. Call 407-623-3300.