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n Charities/Fundraisers
Through Dec. 31 — Pet Rescue Project
Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando is partnering
with Reed Nissan and Reed Nissan Clermont
to stage the Reed Nissan Pet Rescue Project
90-Day Adopt-a-Thon. Reed Nissan is holding
in-person, in-pet adoption events at the
Orlando and Clermont locations, during which
fees are waived for animals adopted at the
dealerships and at both Pet Alliance shelter
locations during that time. For more information,
visit www.friendinreed.com.
Jan. 26, 2019 — Faine House 5K
Downtown Orlando’s Lake Eola Park hosts the
Faine House 5K, a run/walk, plus a 1-mile
stroll. Participants receive medals and T-shirts
while supplies last, and prizes are awarded to
the top male and female runners in each age
group. A post-event party — that includes two
drink tickets — takes place at Lake Eola Park’s
International Plaza. Time: 8 a.m. Cost: $30 by
Dec. 31, 2018; $35 after Dec. 31, 2018; or
$40 on race day, with proceeds benefiting
The Faine House, a facility for young adults
exiting foster care and those on the verge
of homelessness. For more information, visit
www.fainehouse5k.org.
n Classes/Programs
Dec. 11 & 18 — Stitching-Group
Gatherings
The Twisted Stitchers stitching group meets at
the Southwest Library at Dr. Phillips, 7255
Della Drive, Orlando. All crafters are invited
to attend. Time: Tuesdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
For more information, call Alouise Bergeron,
407-351-1324.
Dec. 12 — Nature Walk & Book Talk
Southwest Library at Dr. Phillips, 7255 Della
Drive, Orlando, hosts a Nature Walk and
Book Talk with Mike Gunter Jr., author of
Tales of an Ecotourist, for age 18-older. Light
refreshments are provided, and registration is
required. Comfortable clothing and shoes are
encouraged. Time: 10:15 a.m.-noon. For more
information, call 407-835-7323.
n Holiday Happenings
Through Dec. 28 — Holiday Events At
The Morse Museum
The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of
American Art, 445 N. Park Ave., Winter
Park, offers visitors free admission on Friday
evenings during the holidays. Visitors can
enjoy not only free admission from 4-8 p.m.
but live music from 5-8 p.m. In addition, at
7 p.m. on Dec. 7 and Dec. 14, the Morse
offers evening tours of the exhibition Louis
Comfort Tiffany’s Laurelton Hall. Admission to
the museum is also free Dec. 22 and Dec. 23
for the museum’s traditional open house. For
more information, call 407-645-5311 or visit
www.morsemuseum.org.
COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD
Through Dec. 30 — Elf The Musical
Performances
Orlando Repertory Theater in Partnership With
UCF, 1001 E. Princeton St., Orlando, presents
performances of Elf The Musical. Showtimes
vary, and ticket prices start at $15. For more
information, call 407-896-7365 or visit
orlandorep.com.
Through Jan. 1, 2019 — Light Up UCF
The CFE Arena and the University of Central
Florida co-sponsor Light Up UCF, including
47 nights of ice-skating, a world-class choreographed
light show with new music, free
holiday movies, live entertainment, rides, an
ice slide, a Light Up Express kids train, and
more. There is an “Under The Stars” Holiday
Market on Dec. 15 and Dec. 21, during which
guests can see the crafts of local artisans and
shop as well. Vendors can apply for space at
www.ucfholidaymarket.com. Tickets for
ice-skating, rides and photos with Santa
can be purchased at the CFE Arena Box
Office, through Ticketmaster or by calling
800-745-3000. For more information, visit
www.lightupucf.com.
Dec. 6-20 — Sounds Of The Season
Concert Series
Christmas at Gaylord Palms welcomes awardwinning
voice talent to spread holiday cheer
with the return of its Sounds of the Season
Concert Series, presented by Celebration Golf
Club. Performances include Deejay Young on
Dec. 6 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25, plus tax
and fees; Voctave, an 11-member a cappello
group, on Dec. 12 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35,
plus tax and fees; Holidays in Hollywood, on
Dec. 18 at 8 p.m., featuring songs from classic
holiday films performed by local vocalists.
Tickets are $25, plus tax and fees; 4eva29,
five female vocalists originally in a girl group
called Flirt, on Dec. 19 at 8 p.m. Tickets are
$25, plus tax and fees; and VoicePlay, who
appeared on NBC’s The Sing-Off, on Dec. 20
at 8:15 p.m. Tickets are $30, plus tax and
fees. For more information or to purchase tickets,
visit www.christmasatgaylordpalms.com/
soundsoftheseason.
Dec. 7 — Holiday Concert
Community Presbyterian Church, 511
Celebration Ave., Celebration, hosts
Celebration Foundation’s Brass Band Holiday
Concert. Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: $25, with proceeds
benefiting the programs and initiatives
the foundation offers Osceola County. For more
information, call 407-566-1234.
Dec. 7 — Popcorn Flicks In The Park
Central Park in downtown Winter Park hosts a
Popcorn Flicks in the Park, featuring the screening
of Miracle on 34th Street. Attendees are
encouraged to pack a blanket, picnic and/or
snacks. Time: 6:30 p.m. For more information,
call 407-599-3397.
Dec. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 & 22 — Dance
Showcases & The Nutcracker Ballet
Performances
Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal Blvd.,
Orlando, hosts dance showcases by the School
of Dance Arts of Sanford and performances
of The Nutcracker Ballet by Elizabeth Parsons
School of Dance students. Time: Select Fridays
and Saturdays from 6:30-7:15 p.m. Admission
is free. For more information, call 407-996-
9939, email aleniz@rosenshinglecreek.com or
visit rosenshinglecreek.com/holiday.
Dec. 7, 8, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22 & 28 —
Holiday Festivities
Downtown Winter Garden transforms into
a winter wonderland with all the trimmings
for family-friendly fun. Activities include A
Merry Winter Garden Light Show at city
hall, holiday music, horse-drawn carriage
rides, sleigh rides with Santa, a holiday
movie night, golf cart parade, A Very Merry
Farmers Market with Santa, and more. Dates
and times vary. For more information, visit
www.wintergarden-fl.gov.
Dec. 7, 14 & 21 — The Nutcracker
Performances
Elizabeth Parsons School of Dance students
perform abridged versions of The Nutcracker
in the lobby of Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel,
9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando. Time: 6:30
p.m. Admission is free, and all ages are welcome.
For more information, call 407-876-
4604, email epsod.dance@gmail.com or visit
www.elizabethparsonsschoolofdance.com.
Dec. 7, 15 & 21 — Holiday Movies At
Lake Eola
The Walt Disney Amphitheater in downtown
Orlando’s Lake Eola Park hosts the showing of
holiday movies: Polar Express, an animated
film based on the children’s book by Chris
Van Allsburg, on Dec. 7; The Santa Claus,
starring Tim Allen, on Dec. 15; and National
Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, starring Chevy
Chase, on Dec. 21. Time: 6 p.m. For more
information, visit cityoforlando.net.
Dec. 8 — Orlando Christmas Parade
The Rotary Club of Orlando hosts its inaugural
Christmas parade, complete with floats, pedestrian
groups and vehicle fleets. Time: 4 p.m.
For more information, visit cityoforlando.net.
Dec. 8 — WinterFest 2018
compiled by Lisa Sagers
MetroWest Master Association sponsors
MetroWest’s seventh annual WinterFest, a
free family-friendly event that includes an
outdoor showing of the movie Happy Feet;
visits and free photos with Santa and Mrs.
Claus, a snow glide, snow globe, face
painters, an ice-skating rink, food truck
vendors and holiday-themed dance performances,
at MetroWest Golf Club, 2100 S.
Hiawassee Road, Orlando. Pets and coolers
are not allowed. Proceeds benefit Edgewood
Children’s Ranch, a nonprofit, residential program
for boys and girls 6-17, so they can
address and overcome behavioral issues in
a positive, safe environment. For more information,
visit www.metrowestcommunity.com.
Dec. 8 — Holiday Amaryllis Festival
The historic Nehrling Gardens, 2267 Hempel
Ave., Gotha, hosts the Holiday Amaryllis
Festival, including amaryllis bulbs and plants
for sale, live music, nature-themed vendors,
food, a gift shop, silent auction, eco-activities
for children and a visit from Santa and Mrs.
Claus from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for family photos.
Attendees are encouraged to bring a new
toy or a nonperishable food item for a local
charity. Those who do receive a ticket for a
prize drawing. Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission
is free. For more information, call 407-445-
9977, email info@nehrlinggardens.org or visit
www.nehrlinggardens.org.
Dec. 8 & 9 — This Is Christmas Concerts
St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 4851 S.
Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando, hosts This
Is Christmas, St. Luke’s traditional, annual
Christmas concert, featuring the full choir and
orchestra, along with the children’s choir, bells,
dancers and beautiful scenery. Concertgoers
select their seats at the time of purchase. Time:
Saturday at 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and
Sunday at 5:30 p.m. Cost: $10, adults; $5
children younger than 12; free for children
younger than 3 if they will sit in a parent’s lap.
For more information or to purchase tickets,
visit www.st.lukes.org/christmasconcert.
Dec. 8, 15 & 22 — Winter Wonderland
Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal Blvd.,
Orlando, hosts Winter Wonderland at Rosen
Shingle Creek, including festive fun for all
ages. Activities include rides on the Shingle
Creek Express, face painting, meet and greets
with the Shingle Creek elves, a photo booth,
karaoke, a special chocolate display in the
decorated lobby, and dance showcases
and performances of The Nutcracker Ballet
from 6:30-7:15 p.m. Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
The cost is free when dining at the hotel.
For more information, call 407-996-9939,
email aleniz@rosenshinglecreek.com or visit
rosenshinglecreek.com/holiday.
Dec. 8 & 31 — Holiday Traditions In
Mount Dora
The city of Mount Dora in Lake County sponsors
the following free holiday events: Dec. 8
at 5 p.m., Snow in the Park, a family-friendly
event that includes sledding downhill in the
park, bounce houses and more; and Dec.
31, from 9 p.m.-midnight, a New Year’s Eve
Celebration, with drinks, food, live music and
fireworks at midnight.
Dec. 9 — Chanukah On The Park
Central Park in downtown Winter Park hosts
Chanukah on the Park, presented by Chabad
of Greater Orlando and including singing performances,
live music, dancers, face painting,
jugglers, food and a grand menorah lighting.