30 x February 1 — 14, 2018 x www.SouthwestOrlandoBulletin.com CONTINUED FROM PAGE 29 Christ The King Lutheran PreSchool spent the holiday season busy with projects, performances and other special activities. The annual Christmas program was called Hide and Seek. Sofia Vera played the part of Mary, and Zain Amer played Joseph in the telling of the traditional Christmas story. The 2-year-olds class welcomed parents to join their Christmas party, as it decorated upsidedown ice cream cones with frosting Christ The King Lutheran PreSchool’s VPK and 3-year-olds perform in the annual Christmas program. Natalia Jimenez’s 3-year-olds class at Christ The King Lutheran PreSchool creates snowballs from large cotton balls for their Christmas celebration. and sprinkles to create Christmas trees. During Natalia Jimenez’s 3-yearolds class Christmas celebration, the children wanted to include winter activities. They made snowballs out of large cotton balls and played games trying to throw their snowballs into buckets for a snowball toss. Although we try to ensure that all information presented above is the most current, correct and dependable available, we do rely on others for the source of our news. Therefore, the Southwest Orlando Bulletin and Cornerstone Publishing & Multi-Media LLC cannot be held responsible for the validity of the information presented here, nor does mentioning it constitute an endorsement. School News is welcome and may be mailed to P.O. Box 851, Windermere, FL 34786; or emailed to Lauren@kearneypublishing.com. ª
n Charities/Fundraisers Feb. 8 — Walk A Mile In Her Shoes Downtown Orlando hosts the sixth annual Walk A Mile in Her Shoes Orlando, kicking off at the Orange County Courthouse and ending at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. The funfilled event encourages men to strap on stilettos or blingy flip-flops. Time: 5 p.m. for registration. Walk kick-off begins at 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit domestic abuse survivors through Harbor House of Central Florida. For more information, visit harborhousefl.kintera.org/faf/home/default. asp?ievent=1178444. Feb. 9 — Over The Edge The 32-story Hyatt Regency Orlando, 9801 International Drive, Orlando, hosts Over The Edge for GKTW, during which participants walk 428 feet straight down by rappelling down the side of the Hyatt. Cost: $75 to register; however, each participant raises a minimum of $1,000 by Feb. 8. Proceeds benefit Give Kids The World. For more information, visit givekidstheworld.org/ overtheedge. Feb. 14 — Love Letters Reading Theatre South Playhouse in The Marketplace at Dr. Phillips, 7601 Della Drive, Suite 15, Orlando, hosts a reading of A.R. Gurney’s play, Love Letters. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: $20, with all proceeds benefiting The ALS Foundation. For more information, call 407-489-4458 or visit tsplayhouse.ticketbid.com. Feb. 17 — Evening On Broadway Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando, hosts Hemophilia Foundation of Greater Florida’s 16th annual Evening on Broadway, including a performance of The Lion King, a reception and silent auction/ raffle. Time: 6 p.m. Cost: $150, with 90 percent of the proceeds benefiting the bleeding disorders community in Florida. For more information, call 407- 629-0000 or visit hemophiliaflorida.org/theatre. March 3 — An Evening With Fabulous Friends Gala Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort, 10100 Dream Tree Blvd., Lake Buena Vista, hosts the 15th annual An Evening With Fabulous Friends Gala, a 1920s-themed event that includes entertainment by Michael Andrew, live and silent auctions, and the sale of artwork. Time: 6 p.m. Cost: $375, with proceeds benefiting The Mennello Museum of American Art. March 8 — Crazy Card Party & Luncheon Windermere Town Hall, 520 Main St., Windermere, hosts Windermere Garden Club’s 23rd annual Crazy Card Party & Luncheon fundraiser. Other activities include a silent auction and raffle. Time: 9:45 a.m. Cost: $25 per person. Reservations are required by March 2 and can be made by sending a check to Windermere Garden Club, P.O. Box 502, Windermere, FL 34786-0502. Include the names and phone numbers of all attendees. Experience is not required. For more information, call Peggy Collins, 407-876-4239; or visit windermeregardenclub.org. March 9 — PoolSide Social SouthWest Aquatics, 205 Windermere Road, Winter Garden, hosts the PoolSide Social, including an assortment of beverages, food provided by Yellow Dog Eats, live music, poolside bingo, a silent auction and more. Time: 6 p.m. Cost: $40 through March 8; $50 at the door, with proceeds going toward The Gift of Swimming’s mission to ensure the community’s children can receive potentially live-saving swim survival skills. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.eventbrite.com/e/the-gift-of-swimmingpool-side-social-tickets-41049487121. March 10 — Hearts Of Gold The Orlando Magic open their private airline hangar, located at 4225 Execuair St., Orlando, for the 25th annual Hearts of Gold, presented by Nissan. Attendees can enjoy musical entertainment by Sister Hazel, food and drinks, a silent auction and special surprises. Time: 6 p.m. for first-class pass admission; 6:45 p.m. for premier class ticket entry; 8 p.m. for concert. Cost: $150-$300, with proceeds benefiting the Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida. For more information, visit centralfloridahomeless.org. March 16 — Leadership Seminar Donna Orender, recognized as one of the top 10 most powerful women in sports, speaks on the driving forces of effective leadership at Dave’s House Insights That Inspire Leadership Seminar. The breakfast seminar takes place at Rosen Centre, 9840 International Drive, Orlando. Time: 8-10 a.m. Cost: $30-$45, with proceeds benefiting Dave’s House programs to end homelessness for individuals with serious mental illness and co-curring disabilities. For more information, call 407-968-3508 or visit www.daveshouse.org. April 14 — Cattle Barons Ball Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando, hosts American Cancer Society’s 2018 Orlando Cattle Barons Ball, including western-themed fun, a reception, silent and live auctions, gourmet dine-around and entertainment. Time: 6-11 p.m. Cost: $250. For more information, call 407-581-2503 or visit www.cattlebaronsballorlando.com. May 5 — Princess Ball Hyatt Regency Orlando, 9801 International Drive, Orlando, hosts the sixth annual Princess Ball, presented by the A. Jones Family Foundation. The event highlights the positive relationship between fathers and daughters while giving back to a local children’s charity. The evening includes food, music and entertainment by the Orlando Magic cheerleaders, hula dancers and local pageant winners. Other activities include carriage rides, photo booth fun, a silent auction and more. Time: 6-9:30 p.m. Cost: $100 through March 1; $125 from March 2-May 1 or until sold out, with proceeds co-benefiting Bridges of Light and the Florida Hospital Patient Assistance Fund. For more information, visit www.princessballorlando.org. n Classes/Programs Feb. 6 — Native Plant Meeting Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, hosts a meeting of the Tarflower www.SouthwestOrlandoBulletin.com x February 1 — 14, 2018 x 31 COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society. Sandra Friend, founder of FloridaHikes.com, will describe her many hikes and the plants and wildlife she has encountered. Time: 7 p.m. Admission is free, and refreshments are offered for those who arrive early. Feb. 8 — Moderated Discussion The University of Central Florida President John Hitt takes the stage at Rollins College in the Knowles Memorial Chapel for a moderated discussion about his life and success in higher education. Rollins College President Grant Cornwell will host. Time: Doors open at 7 p.m. The discussion begins at 7:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Space is limited. For more information, call 407-646-1520 or visit www.rollins.edu. March 1 — Classes Begin compiled by Lisa Sagers Registration is open for National Alliance on Mental Illness Greater Orlando’s free Family-to- Family education program, a 12-week course for family, friends and caregivers with a loved one age 18-older living with mental illness, while maintaining their own well-being. The program, in Southwest Orlando, is taught by peer volunteers who possess lived experience, and the course includes information on schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression and other mental health conditions. Preregistration is required. For more information, call 407-253-1900, email information@namigo.org or visit www.namigo.org. Help our customers. n Events/Performances Feb. 3 — India Day 2018 The Indian American Chamber of Commerce Orlando leads Orlando’s official India Day 2018 Celebration in downtown Orlando. The event brings together thousands of people to Amway Center to celebrate cultural diversity. IACC and Orlando Magic co-host the first India Day 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament, during which teams compete on the Magic court to win prizes, and there is also a large street festival in front of Amway Center. For more information, visit www.iaccorlando.com. Feb. 10 — Blues & BBQ Festival The Downtown Plant Street Pavilion in historic Winter Garden host the seventh annual Blues & BBQ Festival, including performances by Ari & The Alibis at 4 p.m., Doug Deming & The Jewel Tones at 6 p.m., and Albert Castiglia at 8 p.m. There is also award-winning barbecue available for purchase. Time: 4-10 p.m. Admission is free. Proceeds benefit various Winter Garden nonprofits and community organizations. For more information, call 407-656-4155 or visit www.wintergarden-fl.gov. Feb. 10 — Indie-Folkfest The Mennello Museum of American Art sponsors the fourth annual Indie-Folkfest for people and their pets, in the Mennello Museum Sculpture Garden, 900 E. Princeton St., Orlando. The event features local, regional and national art, music and cuisine. There are also raffles and live auctions and an art project station. Time: noon-5 p.m. Admission is free. Small plates, beverages and cocktails are Customer Service Representatives Full Time Roles with Excellent Benefits Go to jobs.conduent.com Email charity.thalacker@conduent.com CONTINUED ON PAGE 32
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