Saturday July 11, 2015

8am to 2pm Free. Second Seconds. Monthly antique flea market.

2pm to 4pm $5 with a dish. $10 without. 16th annual Independence for the Animals Picnic/AND Help rescued greyhounds. Mead Gardens 1300 S Denning Dr, Winter Park, FL.join ARFF at our old fashion summertime picnic at beautiful Mead Gardens in Winter Park!

Summertime means FUN! And what better way to spend a summer afternoon than with fellow vegetarians and activists! Join ARFF for an afternoon of fun and games, entertainment and delicious vegan food!

So bring your friends and family, your favorite vegan dish

(with ingredients card) and join us for this summertime tradition.

*A portion of the proceeds will benefit greyhound adoption*

6pm to 9pm Free. Bastille Day Bike Decorating Contest.  1603 Winter Park Rd, Orlando, FL.  Ride your decorated bike to #APGD’s 7th Annual Bastille Day Festival and be automatically entered in our Bastille Bash Bike contest! Show us your finest French decorating ideas and you might win some of our fun, cheap prizes! The Bastille Bash Bike contest will take place at our Bastille Day Street Celebration (6 to 9 pm), outside Emmanuel Episcopal Church Orlando, FL. Ride up anytime you want – judging and prizes will be handed out at around 8 pm-ish!

Sunday July 12, 2015

1pm to 3pm $5 Film Slam. Enzian Theater, South Orlando Avenue, Maitland, FL. Originally a project of University of Central Florida’s Downtown Media Arts Center, Enzian became the home of FilmSlam when DMAC closed in 2006. Now in its fifth year at Enzian, FilmSlam continues to be a popular outlet for indie and student filmmakers throughout the State of Florida.

FilmSlam will usually be held on the second Sunday of each month at 1PM at Enzian.

COME CELEBRATE INDEPENDENTS DAY!!!

It’s so hot outside our brains just melted! So, this month we’ve booked the craziest FilmSlam line up of the year.

Experimental Films, Puppet Films, Art Films, Bartenders throwing bottles, Gangsters, a Music Video….this has to be the most amazingly eclectic line we’ve had for all of 2012.

Program starts at 1pm sharp. Q&A with the filmmakers to follow screening.

1pm to 3pm Free. Script Reading Workshop. Sleuths Mystery Dinner Show, 8267 International Drive, Orlando, FL. Read and workshop plays.

9pm to 11pm Free but grab a coffee. Comedy Open Mic. Austin’s Coffee, 929 W Fairbanks Ave, Winter Park, FL. Free comedy show! Come out & laugh, or give it a try yourself.

Saturday June 27, 2015

10am to 4pm Free. LibCon. Orlando Public Library 101 E Central Blvd, Orlando, FL. A day-long celebration of books at the Orlando Public Library. Come and check it out for book signings, panel discussion, and writing workshops!

The Author’s Fair in Library Central will feature 26 authors of all genres from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. NYT Bestselling Author and Printz Honor recipient Rick Yancey will give the keynote address at 11 a.m. and sign immediately after his talk. Yancey’s book The 5th Wave is now a major motion picture, releasing 2016. From 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., there will be panel discussions for both readers and aspiring authors.

Attending authors are: R.L. Austin, Kait Ballenger, Vivi Barnes, Stacy Barton, Richard Lee Byers, E.M. Caines, Doug Dillon, Lucienne Diver, James Driggers, Christina Farley, Maria Geraci, Lori Goldstein, Shane Hinton, Nathan Holic, Trisha Leaver, Ethan Long, Tawdra Kandle, Marianne Kirby, David Lapham, Lynne Matson, Amy Christine Parker, H.D. Smith, J.A. Souders, Jeff Strand, Nancy Robards Thompson, Lynne Waddell. (Subject to change.)

11am to 4pm Free. Snap! Orlando presents : ‘Snap! Book Day’ 1013 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, Florida. Enjoy a quiet afternoon mimosa and coffee with art and photo books, Limited Edition European periodicals, magazines and art guides. This is the kick-off to a recurring event held on select Saturdays at Snap! Space.

Collectors are willing to pay steep prices for the world’s finest art and photography books. We’ll be showcasing signed rare editions from the likes of Duane Michals, Gottfried Helnwein, Irwin Olaf, Mei Xian Qiu, Sebastiao Salgado, Tom Chambers, Zun Lee, Viviane Sassen and many more. Sometimes these books have captured an era or a location, sometimes they have helped to coin an artistic trend, most often they are simply the finest work of a particular artist or photographer.

Along with art and photography books, we will showcase the best periodicals in fashion, European magazines, photo magazines and architectural guides. Post and current editions will be on view for your perusing pleasure! Also on view is our current exhibition, ‘LIFE IN REAL TIME.’

Free parking in Snap! Space’s lot on Thornton Ave. behind the building. Snap! Space is the 5,000 sq. ft. indoor/outdoor gallery home of Snap! Orlando, a 501(c) 3 charitable foundation with the mission to celebrate master photographers, and artists, discover and cultivate emerging talent and promote the appreciation of photography and art worldwide. www.snaporlando.com

2pm to 4pm Free. The Warriors Party and Charity Event. Rogue Pub 3076 Curry Ford Rd, Orlando, Florida. Come out and play Saturday, June 27th starting at 2p for a Warriors themed charity event benefiting the Pug Rescue of Florida. Enjoy a Warrior themed draft line-up, costume contest, purchase some Warrior inspired art from local artists and get a chance to meet some of the awesome pups from the Pug Rescue! http://warriorsparty.com/hello-world/

Sunday June 28, 2015

10am to Noon Free. Super Joy Riders. Eastern entrance of the Lake Eola Farmers’ Market. Participants dress as superheroes and ride en masse around the city as they check off their scavenger hunt-like list of Do Gooder Duties; collecting litter, helping senior citizens cross the road, returning shopping carts, basically performing small acts of kindness for an hour and a half of hilarity and love.
The Super Joy Riders: Do Gooder Bike Ride is an exercise in community organizing and active engagement. We hope to use the ride as an opportunity to show how helping people can be simple, fun, and easy, especially while wearing a cape.
http://www.superjoyriders.com/

You + Superhero Costume + Bike = Best Sunday Ever

We are inviting Orlando to come with us on a fun filled bike ride of awesomeness on the last Sunday of the month. Dress like a superhero, hop on a bike, and follow our scavenger hunt list of Good Deeds as we all try to save the world with small acts of kindness.

Look for the capes!

Noon to 2pm Free but get some food. Florida Gospel Jam. Fish on Fire 7937 Daetwyler Drive Belle Isle FL. Every 2nd and 4th Sunday. 

1pm to 3pm Free but get a coffee. Irish Music. Olivia’s Coffee House, 108 N Bay St, Eustis, FL. http://www.oliviascoffeehouse.com/

Saturday June 13, 2015

10am to 10pm Free. Gods and Monsters Grand Opening Celebration. Artegon Marketplace 5250 International Drive; Suite E8, Orlando, Florida. Gods and Monsters is the second largest comics, toys, collectibles and gaming venue in the U.S. Come explore Gods and Monsters (as well as the Transmetropolitan Gallery and Offworld L.O.U.N.G.E. within) and enjoy 12 hours of entertainment, activities, art demos, contests and give-a-ways, all while raising money for the Hero Initiative!

Official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 10am.

The Hero Initiative Fundraiser with silent auction. (winners announced at 9pm) Visit www.heroinitiative.org to learn more about this charity helping comics creators in need.

Free arcade sponsored by Free Play Florida and BART.

Special appearances by renowned cosplay models, Callie Cosplay, Heather1337 and Jenifer Ann.

Appearances by Central Florida’s critically acclaimed Victorian Horror Troupe Phantasmagoria.

Legacy Aerial Arts will be here with Bella Maia as Cat Woman doing performances on Aerial Silks and Hailey Burkett as Wonder Woman on the Aerial Hoop.

Free face painting and balloon art provided by Artegon’s YES, Your Entertainment Spot. Superhero arts & crafts throughout the day, with Mad Science highlighting the Science of Superheroes 11am-5pm

Transmetropolitan Gallery Art Show with live art demos by Bianca Roman-Stumpff, Kevin Wood, Mark Pacich, Robo Ohno and more.

Comics creator, Shawn Surface will be on hand promoting his upcoming series “Mandi”, signing books, prints and drawing custom character sketches with proceeds going to the Hero Initiative.

Derrick Fish will be here with original art, prints and all his creator owned comics such as “The Wellkeeper”, “Dandy and Co.”, “APPARITION” and his all new “CARPE NOCTEM”.

Comics creator, Jenni Gregory will be here signing copies of her books, Dream Walker and Summoner with proceeds going to Hero.

Renowned convention artist, Michael “Locoduck” Duron will be present doing character sketches for attendees.

Photo opportunities with costumed characters, including Star lite Princess and Pirate Parties’ very own Iron Man appearing at 2pm and Spider-Man appearing at 3pm.

The 501st and Guardians Of Justice, non-profit organizations, will have groups of popular characters appearing throughout the day.

Costume Contest with prizes held at 8pm.

Brit Lytle with Bittersweet Body Art will be doing live body art demos.

Author, Brian Downes will be here signing copies of his book, The Berlin Fraternity

Emcee: Comedian, Adam Avitable and DJ Spank.

Lite bites provided by Chevy’s Fresh Mex with proceeds going to Hero Initiative.

FREE COMICS!!

6pm to 10pm Free.  Virginia Drive Live! Virginia Drive near The Venue Orlando FL. We’d like to invite you to join our family-friendly neighborhood block party.  We’ll have plenty of local vendors, food trucks, shopping and entertainment.  There will also be a beer tent available and a wine stroll.  Wine stroll tickets are $15 and can be purchased at Got Karma and The Venue.  We’d love to see you all there!

7pm to 10pm Free but bring a dish. Potluck Welcome at the Kerouac House. Kerouac House 1418 Clouser St., Orlando, FL. Welcome the new resident author, Michele Roldan-Shaw.

Sunday June 14, 2015

10am to 5pm Free. Crawford House Move. 642 Wilkes Ave Pine Castle, FL. The house is 2 blocks away on Randolph and will be moved to Wilkes. This isn’t really an event but a unique sketch opportunity.

 Noon to 5pm Free but get a drink. Sunday’s with Smiling Dan. The Falcon Bar & Gallery, 819 East Washington Street, Orlando, FL. DJ Smiling Dan spins tunes for your Sunday afternoon.

1pm to 3pm Free. Script Reading Workshop. Sleuths Mystery Dinner Show, 8267 International Drive, Orlando, FL. New original plays are read and workshoped.

Saturday May 30, 2015

6pm to 8pm Free. “TEXT” group art show. The Barefoot Spa 801 Virginia Dr, Orlando, Florida. “TEXT” features the work of 30 Central Florida artists. The connecting theme of this show is the use of words and numbers in art. Included are paintings, sculptures, photography and multi media pieces. The collection is diverse vibrant and interesting.

This show will be up for the months of May, June and July at The Barefoot Spa. Most of the artists will be available at the reception to speak to you about their art. Please make time in your schedule to support the Central Florida art community!

7pm to 9pm Free. Functionally Literate presents: PINKIES. 1300 Brookhaven Dr, Orlando, FL. Join us on the 3rd leg of our first ever Func Lit Florida Tour, and celebrate the release of Burrow Press’ latest book with readings and book signings by:

Shane Hinton, author of Pinkies

Jeff Parker, author of Where Bears Roam the Streets

Erica Dawson, author of The Small Blades Hurt

Books for sale by Bookmark It.

After party at Lil Indies, 1036 N. Mills Ave, Orlando, FL 10pm, with literary cocktails, and jams brought to you by PhDj Dawson.

Both events are free, so bring your book-buyin’ money.

9:30pm to 10:30pm Free performance but order food or drink. Son Flamenco. Ceviche Tapas Orlando, 125 W Church St, Orlando, FL. Hot blooded Flamenco dancers.

Sunday May 31, 2015

10am to 12:30pm  $10 Crealde Sketch Class. Crealdé School of Art, 600 St Andrews Blvd, Winter Park, FL. Life drawing session from the nude model.

Noon to 3pm Free. Music at the Casa. Casa Feliz Historic Home Museum, 656 North Park Avenue, Winter Park, FL. Classern String Quartet  The Classern String Quartet combines the Classic elegance of a string quartet with a modern twist by performing pop and rock melodies from yesterday and today.

Each member of the Quartet is a college educated, Classically trained musician that have performed in major symphonies and events throughout Florida.

They have a large repertoire of music and perform anything from Bach to the Beatles, Lady Gaga , the Black Eyed Peas and everything in between.

1pm to 3pm Free. Yoga. Lake Eola Park, 195 N Rosalind Ave, Orlando, FL on the grass on the east end of the park near the red pagoda. Weekly.

Saturday May 16, 2015

 9:30am to 11pm Free. Haiku Be Bop. Rollins College Bush Building Room 201. Stamford M. Forrester speaker.

1pm to 3pm Free. Family Days at the Maitland Museum. Maitland Art Center, 231 Packwood Avenue West, Maitland, FL. Gather your family for an afternoon of quality time together at the A&H’s Family Days at the Museum!  Families are encouraged to stay and enjoy the A&H museums after the program concludes. Family Days at the Museum is held on the 3rd Saturday of every month, and each program is held in a different location within the A&H Museums. Join us for this afternoon of family fun!

3pm to 11pm Free. Swamp Sistas La La @ Fringe Fest. Green Lawn 900 E Princeton St, Orlando, FL. Park Ave CD’s and Beth McKee present Swamp Sista La La on the Green Lawn @ Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival: A free, day long music event to raise awareness and $ for fighting local hunger with healthy food. Artists performing at the La La include: Beth McKee, Laney Jones & the Spirits, Kaleigh Baker (star of Fringe show Janis Joplin, Little Girl Blue), A Caché, Multiple Me (Lauren Carder ), O-Sky, Rebekah Pulley & the Reluctant Prophets, E-Turn, and Beth’s Swamp Sista Songwriting Circle featuring Loi Jeannette,Shadow Pearson, Gail Jijon and Kattya Graham.

Sunday May 17, 2015

10am to 4pm Free. Lake Eola Farmers Market. Lake Eola Park, East Washington Street, Orlando, FL. Weekly.

1pm to 3pm Free. Yoga. Lake Eola Park, 195 N Rosalind Ave, Orlando, FL East lawn near the playground. Weekly.

8pm to 9pm Free. There Will Be Madness. The Orlando Fringe Festival outdoor stage Lock Haven Park. here Will Be Madness, the official flash fiction slam of There Will Be Words, makes its debut at the Outdoor Stage of the Orlando Fringe Festival.

Eight amazing flash fiction writers will face off head-to-head audience-judged slam in three rounds of literary combat until there is only one (think Highlander, but without the beheadings and the swords).

The format for this show is

1st round: 250 words max

2nd round: 375 words max

Championship Round: 500 words max

Scheduled to appear (so far)

Sam Slaughter

Jared Silvia

Danielle Isaiah

Curtis X Meyer

Meg Sefton

and you? perhaps. Spots are limited. If interested, send an email to twbwsubmissions@gmail.com or comment on this event page.

The winner will be crowned Outdoor There Will Be Madness Champion, and may face this year’s Indoor champion in a unification bout later this year.

For more details about There Will Be Words, check out therewillbewords.com