Calendar

OCT. 13

Embrace your spooky spirit while helping end childhood hunger at the Halloween Hustle 5K on Oct. 13 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Baldwin Park at 4990 New Broad St. Runners and walkers can register for this Halloween-themed fundraiser with the Junior League Greater Orlando on race day for $40. An option for those 12 and under is the VALIC Financial Advisor’s Kids’ Fun Run. Registration is $15 on the day of the race. For additional information, contact [email protected] or visit halloweenhustlewithus.com

Join Florida Hospital Waterman on Oct. 13 for the third annual Pink Out 5K Run/Walk. Proceeds help promote breast cancer awareness, diagnosis and treatment including mammograms for women in need. Sign-up by visiting FHWaterman.com. For details, call 352-253-3479.

OCT. 14

Join Heather Alexander and Roy Alan as they present “Behind the Scenes at the Winter Park Playhouse with Heather and Roy” on Friday, Oct. 14, at 11:30 a.m. at the University Club of Winter Park. Alexander, executive director of the Winter Park Playhouse, will explain the history of the playhouse while Alan, artistic director and co-founder, will explain the casting and rehearsal process. Admission is $18 for members and $23 for non-members. Reserve and prepay by visiting members.uclubwp.org, emailing [email protected] or by calling 407-644-5128.

The Mennello Museum of American Art is pleased to announce its 2016 fall exhibitions featuring three extraordinary women sculptors: Alice Aycock, Deborah Butterfield and Barbara Sorensen. Please join Mayor Buddy Dyer in celebration of the opening of “Three American Sculptors” from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 14, at 900 E. Princeton St. in Orlando. The city of Orlando, Friends of the Mennello Museum of American Art, The Mennello Museum Board of Trustees together with Shannon Fitzgerald, invite you to celebrate the work of Alice Aycock, Deborah Butterfield and Barbara Sorensen. The event will include culinary delights by Ruth’s Chris Steak House, signature drinks by Hanson’s Shoe Repair and music by Fox Force 005. Cost is $5, but free for members with special preview starting at 5:30 p.m. For more information, call 407-246-4278.

OCT. 15

Winter Springs ARToberFEST will feature the work of award-winning artists, German food and drink, live music and an interactive kids craft area. Join the Oviedo-Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce and the city of Winter Springs for the ninth annual Winter Springs ARToberFEST on Saturday, Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 16, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Winter Springs Town Center, located at State Road 434 and Tuskawilla Road. For information on being a patron or sponsor please go to wsfota.org. This event is free to attend. For more information, contact Bridget Lake at 407-278-4871 or [email protected]

The Backyard Biodiversity Day and Native Plant Sale will take place on Saturday, Oct. 15, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Mead Botanical Garden. The free event is set to feature speakers, workshops, informative hikes, activities for children and more. Call 407-647-5233 for additional information.

Winter Park’s newest brewery, Deadly Sins Brewing, will have a grand opening on Saturday, Oct. 15 from noon to midnight at 750 Jackson Ave. The new local microbrewery will open with a noon ribbon cutting, followed by flowing taps and live music until midnight. SwedeDISH and Daydream Pizza food trucks will be serving food to customers. For more information, visit deadlysinsbrewing.com or facebook.com/events/560774624109259

OCT. 16

A Trio Solisti performance will take place at Knowles Memorial Chapel, 1000 Holt Ave., to showcase the famous piano trio with other musical creations. The event is Sunday, Oct. 16, at 3 p.m., and ticket prices range from $35 to $55.

OCT. 17

Put life back in your life by participating in the Living Healthy Diabetes Workshop. If you or someone you care about has type 2 diabetes, this six-week workshop can help you take charge of your life and be back in control. You’ll get the support you need, find practical ways to discover better nutrition and exercise choices, deal with stress, understand medication usage, foot care and learn better ways to talk with your health care professionals. This six-week workshop is every Wednesday from Oct. 12 through Nov. 16 from 1:30 to 4 p.m. at the HealthLink-Seminole System of Care, 5931 Brick Court, Suite 164, in Winter Park and Mondays from Oct. 17 through Nov. 21 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Winter Park Fire Department, 500 N. Virginia Ave. in Winter Park. To register for this workshop, please call 407-514-1806. Register early as space is limited.

OCT. 18

Come celebrate The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art’s 75th anniversary with a major new exhibition: “Pathways of American Art at the Morse,” which opens Oct.18. The Museum will present a range of objects that illustrate the breadth and depth of the collection assembled by Hugh and Jeannette McKean over 50 years. The Morse Museum is open 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors, $1 for students, free for children under 12, and from November through April free for all visitors after 4 p.m. on Fridays. For more information about the Morse, please visit morsemuseum.org.

The Monster Mash Figure Skating Competition will be held on Oct. 22 to 23 at the RDV Sportsplex Ice Den, 8701 Maitland Summit Blvd. in Orlando. All Ice Skating Institute Skaters are invited to participate. The event is free to watch and open to the public and will last from the morning into the afternoon. Visit RDVSportsplex.com for more information.

OCT. 19

The Jewish Pavilion and VITAS Healthcare will offer a Grief Support Group for people who have lost spouses, children, parents or loved ones. This is a six-week program runs Wednesday, Oct. 19, through Nov. 23 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. The Support Group will be led by Rabbi Maurice Kaprow and held at Oakmonte Village 1021 Royal Gardens Circle in Lake Mary. Rabbi Kaprow is a retired U.S. Navy chaplain and now a chaplain at VITAS HealthCare and has led bereavement groups for many years. He recommends for those who have recently lost a loved one to wait at least six months before attending a bereavement class. Refreshments and socializing are part of the program at this free event. To attend, please RSVP to Emily Newman at [email protected] or 407-678-9363.

Florida Community Bank, the third largest Florida-based bank, will host its third annual FCB Pink Day on Wednesday, Oct. 19, in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness month. On Pink Day, FCB employees will wear pink in honor of those affected by cancer. Customers and non-customers alike are also encouraged to show their support by visiting any of the 48 FCB banking centers wearing pink. All locations will have complimentary food, refreshments, and giveaways while supplies last. FCB will be making donations to local organizations that are dedicated to finding a cure. The complete list of FCB locations and for additional details about FCB Pink Day, please visit FloridaCommunityBank.com. Check out #FCBPinkDay to follow along with this event and view photos.

Enjoy an evening of classical music as Eda Shlyam and Rose Shylam Grace perform piano pieces by Sergei Rachmaninoff, Philip Wharton, and Gabriel Faure on Oct. 19 at the University Club for Winter Park. “Classical Piano Music for 4-Hands” is free for members with a $5 suggested donation for non-members and will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Interested guests can call 407-620-0975 for more information.

The city of Winter Park’s Community Workshop on Comprehensive Plan Transportation Element will take place on Oct. 19 to give locals the change to discuss the plan and give feedback. The event will be held at Winter Park City Hall from 5 to 9 p.m. Call 407-599-3399 for details.

OCT. 20

Just in time for the Halloween season, Theatre UCF comes alive with “The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein,” running Oct. 20 to 30 on the UCF Main Stage. Based on the beloved 1974 film of the same name featuring the late Gene Wilder, “Young Frankenstein” tells the story of Frederick Frankenstein, grandson of the infamous monster-creator Victor Frankenstein, who travels to Transylvania upon inheriting his family estate. Tickets for “Young Frankenstein” are $20 for adults and $10 for students. Tickets can be purchased at theatre.ucf.edu or by calling or visiting the box office Monday through Friday, noon to 5 p.m., at 407-823-1500. This production contains some content that may not be suitable for young audience members, including some curse words and moderate sexual innuendos. For more information about Theatre UCF and the UCF School of Performing Arts, visit performingarts.cah.ucf.edu

Sociology professor Dr. Tony Campolo is speaking on Thursday, Oct. 20, at 6:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Winter Park, located at 125 N. Interlachen Ave. in Winter Park. Dr. Campolo is a dynamic and highly respected speaker. The event is free and open to the public.

A celebrating honoring Dr. James Rosier Jr.’s 50 years as a humanitarian runs Oct. 20-22 at True Deliverance Center, 29 South Ivey Lane in Orlando and Love Thy Neighbor Church, 2130 W. Church St. in Orlando. The event is honoring Dr. James Rosier Jr. for outstanding work in the state of Florida, the United States of America and in South America for the work of humanitarianism. His work has effected the lives of many regardless of race, color, creed or religion. He offers ethical teachings and Christian-based programs to help re-build, strengthen, support, re-direct and encourage people on their life journey. For more information, call the True Delieverance Center at 407-298-6635.

OCT. 22

Come visit the Pink Out booth at this year’s College Park JazzFest to pick-up your Pink Out flamingo. College Park JazzFest features 10 bands on three main stages, for a night of smooth, funky and soulful jazz to enjoy with friends and family along Edgewater Drive starting at 6 p.m. All restaurants, boutiques, and businesses along Edgewater Drive are open for you to browse and shop. Food trucks and vendors are also set up for you to grab a bite to eat while enjoying the electric atmosphere of the evening! For more information, visit facebook.com/collegeparkjazzfest

Greyt Plates, a fundraiser for greyhound pets of America/Greater Orlando, runs from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 22, Venue on the Lake-Maitland Civic Center, located at 641 S. Maitland Blvd. in Maitland. The event will include live and silent auctions, live music, and catering provided by Magic Occasions. Tickets are $40. Tickets are available at GPA/GO Office, located at 1260 S. Ronald Reagan Blvd. on Thursdays and Saturdays from 11 to 4 p.m., or online at greyhoundpetsorlando.org

OCT. 23

While the rest of the country turns back the clock on Nov. 6, the Jewish Pavilion is getting a head start on Sunday, Oct. 23. Join them, as they turn back the clock all the way to the 1960s, bringing the community together with our new fall festival, promoting peace, love, and community connection at Cranes Roost Park in Altamonte Springs. Get your groove on at “Sunday in the Park,” and enjoy our multi-generational family festival featuring food, fun and a Beatles tribute band (The British Invasion, formerly of Epcot). All proceeds benefit Orlando’s elder community. Become a sponsor or vendor, starting at just $100, and expose your business to an audience that is tune with your offerings. The event starts 2 p.m. at 274 E. Central Parkway in Altamonte Springs. Cost is $20 prior to Oct. 20 and $25 at the event. Purchase 12 tickets and receive two free. Family pricing available. Call 407-678-9363 for details or visit thepavilion.webconnex.com/sundayintheparkreg2016

Come out for an evening of candy, games and free food at Trunk or Treat from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 23, at North Park Baptist Church, located at 2047 Prospect Ave. in Orlando. For more information, call 321-972-5900.

OCT. 24

Special Olympics Florida will host its 10th annual Jack in the Park fundraiser on Oct. 24 at the Rachel D. Murrah Civic Center, 1050 W. Morse Blvd, Winter Park from 7 to 11 p.m. The night brings together gourmet dishes, live music, an auction, open bar and blackjack tournament for an evening of fun. Proceeds benefit the efforts of Special Olympics Florida, and tickets can be purchased at specialolympicsflorida.org/JACK

The Rollins Center for Health Innovation will present a free presentation on Monday, Oct. 24, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Rollins’ Bush Auditorium entitled “Laughter is the Best Medicine.” Physician Dr. Brad Nieder will share his unique brand of healthcare humor with attendees. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 407-646-2130.

OCT. 25

Caregiver College: Free Dementia Education Series continues on Tuesday, Oct. 25, with a class titled “Understanding Medications” by geriatric psychopharmacologist Lori Daiello from Senior Med Central from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Winter Park Memorial Hospital Library, located at 1925 Mizell Ave. in Winter Park. To RSVP, call 321-439-6783 or email [email protected]

The League of Women Voters Orange County is offering a free informative session to make this political season a little less overwhelming. The orientation is open to men and women of all ages, regardless of membership, and will be on Tuesday, Oct. 25 at 6:30 p.m. at the Winter Park Community Center, 721 W. New England Ave. in Winter Park. Guests can enjoy wine and snacks while getting informed before the upcoming election. To make a reservation, go to LWVOC.org, and for more information, contact the membership co-chairman Pat Grierson at 407-608-2300.

Lace up your skates for a night of Halloween-themed fun during Spooky Skate at the RDV Sportsplex Ice Den, 8701 Maitland Summit Blvd. in Orlando, on Saturday, Oct. 29, from 2 to 4:45 p.m. The event will feature trick-or-treating and a costume contest and is $11.25 per skater, which includes skate rental and tax. For additional information, visit RDVSportsplex.com.

OCT. 27

The sixth annual Crystal Ball Corporate Cocktail benefiting the Central & Northeastern Florida Chapter of the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation runs from 6:30 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 27, at the Winter Park Civic Center, located at 1050 W. Morse Blvd. in Winter Park. The event will include live entertainment, amazing appetizers by Fleming’s, open bar, silent auction, raffle and networking opportunities while helping save lives. Purchase tickets or make a donation at ccfacrystalball16centralflorida.auction-bid.org. For more information and to learn about sponsorship opportunities, contact Layne Kauffman at 646-477-5608 or [email protected]

OCT. 29

Come out to the Goldenrod Festival and Parade on Saturday, Oct. 29, at the Goldenrod Station, located at 4755 N. Palmetto Ave. It all starts with a pancake breakfast at 8 a.m., followed by a pumpkin decorating contest, a parade down Aloma Avenue, and a cookout. For more information, call 407-677-5980.

Join in on not-so-scary Halloween fun during Rollins College’s 17th annual Halloween Howl on Oct. 29 from 2 to 5 p.m. This free, family-fun event will include crafts, a costume contest and carnival games as well as an opportunity for children to trick or treat through residence halls and tour haunted houses created at Rollins. For additional details, call 407-646-2203.

OCT. 31

The Parks & Recreation Department of the city of Winter Park will present the sixth Annual Pumpkins & Munchkins in Shady Park on Monday, Oct. 31, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Shady Park, adjacent to the Winter Park Community Center at 721 W. New England Ave. Munchkins of all ages are invited to attend this free family-friendly event. Fun-filled activities will include games, bounce houses, a costume contest, Trick-or-Treat Trail and safe Halloween fun for everyone. If inclement weather tries to dampen the evening, the event will have to be cancelled. For more information regarding Pumpkins & Munchkins in Shady Park, please call 407-599-3275.

ONGOING

Healthy Central Florida, Florida Hospital and the Winter Park Health Foundation are sponsoring a way to help Central Floridians stay fit. The Walk90 Challenge started Oct. 1 and encourages locals to walk at least 7,000 steps a day for 90 days and monitor their progress through a free online tool that can sync with most fitness tracking devices. Prizes will be given to individuals and groups from businesses, schools and faith groups. To sign up, visit healthycentralflorida.org

Who is Pierre Matisse? Pierre Henri Matisse is the grandson of French painter Henri Matisse, one of the most important artists of the early 20th century. Born in Paris in 1928, Matisse grew up among some of the most famous artists of the times including Pablo Picasso, Georges Barque, Jean Effel, Salvador Dali, and Marcel Duchamp. Today, Matisse uses his talent and boundless energy to refine an art form known as "cut-outs" that translates different mediums into avant-garde mixed media. Visit an exhibition of his work at the Albin Polasek Museum and Sculpture Gardens through Nov. 27 and dive into bold, crisp lines, elegant shapes with boundless movement, and colors mixed with a pleasurable strangeness only a Matisse could produce. Museum hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m.; and closed Mondays.