SEPT/OCT
Do you know a senior citizen who has been a victim of a crime? The Seniors vs. Crime Program can help them protect themselves against crime, scams and hoaxes, and help them to recover from victimization. For more information, call 407-219-5542 or visit www.seniorsvscrime.com
Prince of Peace Lutheran Preschool & CDC, off Semoran Boulevard and Curry Ford Road, is looking for vendors for the 2011 Cookies and Cocoa Christmas event from 8 a.m.-11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 10. Interested parties should contact the preschool office at 407-275-6703.
SEPT 17
CredAbility will offer a First-Time Home Buyers Workshop from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17 at their office at 3670 Maguire Blvd., Orlando, in the third floor conference room). The workshop will be presented in Spanish.
The Azalea Park Safety Fair is from 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 17, at Christ the King Episcopal Church, 26 Willow Drive, Orlando. This free event will have face painting, free bike helmets, children’s fingerprinting by the Orlando Police Department, the Orange County Sheriff’s office truck and OC fire truck and free first aid training at 10:30 a.m. in Parish Hall. Non-perishable donations will be accepted during the event for Second Harvest Food Bank.
SEPT 19
The city of Orlando’s final budget hearing for the 2011-12 fiscal year is at 5 p.m. Monday, Sept. 19, at Orlando City Council Chambers. For more information, visit www.CityofOrlando.net
SEPT 22
The Lone Sailor Navy Memorial of Central Florida Donor Paver Sale Kickoff event is from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22, at Fairwinds Credit Union, 3067 N. Alafaya Trail, Orlando. There will be light food, beer and wine served. RSVP to choskins@simulationinformation.com. For more information, visit www.lonesalior.com
Workforce Central Florida offers the following workshops, which run from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at JobVantage, 4360 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, for job seekers: Preparing for the Interview on Thursday, Sept. 22, and Resume Writing on Friday, Sept. 23. To register, visit www.WorkforceCentralFlorida.com/job-seeker/job-seeker-services/supercharged-skills-workshops.stml
SEPT 24
A Green Place property Clean Up! is at Christmas Creek Preserve, 11046 N.W. Christmas Road in Christmas from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 24. The event commemorates National Public Lands Day 2011. To volunteer, contact Carrie Mohanna at Carrie.Mohanna@ocfl.net or 407-836-1430. To learn more about National Public Lands Day visit www.publiclandsday.org
Meet the Knights is at 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24, at the Alafaya Branch Library, 12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando. Players from the University of Central Florida men’s and women’s basketball teams will be there for photos, to give autographs and give out schedules for the Knights upcoming 2011 season.
Support Avalon Dance at their car wash fundraiser from 9 .m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24, at the CVS store in Avalon Park, 13000 Tanja King Blvd., Orlando.
SEPT 25
Kappa Delta Sorority at the University of Central Florida will host its annual “Shakedown” dance competition to raise awareness, money and school supplies for the Central Florida Children’s Home Society at 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 26, at the Old UCF Arena, 50 North Gemini Blvd., Orlando. For more information, contact Michelle Skaf at mskaf12@aol.com or 954-304-6700.
The Shakedown BBQ will be held at the Kappa Delta house at 4303 Greek Park Dr. Orlando, FL, 32816, on Sept. 25, 2011 from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m.
OCT 1
St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church Council of Catholic Women in Avalon Park is hosting a Blessing of the Animals on Saturday, Oct. 1, in the Avalon Park Amphitheater from 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m. The theme — faith, love, and charity — features information about giving back to the community to help animals in need. For more information, call 407-249-8235 or visit Home.catholicweb.com/StMaxKolbeCCW
Avalon Park Fall Yard Sale is Saturday, Oct. 1, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit avalonyardsale.com for details or to find out how to participate.
The Waterford Lakes Town Center will host a free community health fair, featuring dozens of local doctors and healthcare providers offering free screenings and prize giveaways from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1, at 413 N. Alafaya Trail, Orlando.
OCT 2
Orlando International Airport is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a community day from 2 p.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 2, in the main terminal. There will be live entertainment, an art show, characters from various attractions, giveaways and free parking.
OCT 8
The third annual Baldwin Bark Charity Dog Wash, which benefits Kids Beating Cancer, is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct 8 in Baldwin Park. There will be live music, food trucks, a beer garden, street vendors, pet adoptions and a dog wash with several different packages to choose from. Appointments are recommended and can be made by calling 407-893-6868. Visit www.baldwinbark.com
OCT 27
The Junior League of Greater Orlando’s Harvest Hustle 5K run/walk is at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at the intersection of New Broad and Jake Streets in Baldwin Park. The event supports the Second Harvest Food Bank and League-sponsored community programs focused on ending childhood hunger. An after-party and costume contest will be held in Baldwin Park immediately following the race. Cost is $25 in advance and $30 on race day. Visit www.jlgo.org or www.run4acause.org/jlgo