YEAR IN PHOTOS: Southwest Orange Observer, December 2019

Gotha resident Vel Heckman returned to Gainesville Saturday, Nov. 30, to be recognized as the oldest Gator All- American and for his role in the rivalry game with FSU.

Felicia Hagopian, Henry Ayala, Amy Ayala, Brian Williamson and John Artope had a great time at The Golden Bear Club at Keene’s Pointe’s 20th anniversary party Friday, Nov. 22, at the clubhouse.

Ava and Connor Cao visited with Santa and Mrs. Claus at The Grove Orlando Saturday, Dec. 7, during the Winter Wonderland event.

Kate-Lynn Robichaux and Thomas Holdsworth took the stage as the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier as Orlando Ballet gave two special performances of “The Nutcracker Suite” Saturday, Nov. 23, at the Cypress Center for the Arts.