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Saturday December 14, 2013

7:15am to 9:30pm Reindeer Run. Free to watch. Sea World 7007 Sea Harbor Drive Orlando, FL. 7:15 am 3 Mile Start. 8:45 am Rudolph Run. 9:15 am Rosen Hotels Holiday Costume Contest.

2pm and 8pm Words We Wear. $25 Goldman Theatre in the Orlando Shakespeare Center (812 E Rollins St, Orlando, FL).A 60 minute original performance piece that includes dance, acting, and mixed media. There is an ensemble of 20 female performers.

The show is about exchanging negative words for more positive words. EpicVita Also on Sunday December 15th at 8pm.

4pm to 7pm McRae Art Studio Open House. Free. McRae Art Studios 904 Railroad Ave. Suite 200 Winter Park, FL. Take a peek inside the studios and processes of various artists working at Mcrae Art Studios. This is a great opportunity to see works in progress, purchase available works, and learn more about Mcrae’s warehouse space, situated in the heart of Winter Park, FL.

Sunday December 15, 2013

10am to 7pm Grandma Party. Free. Stardust Video & Coffee1842 E. Winter Park Rd. Orlando FL. Arts, crafts and local talent. Grandma Party is you and me and all of us making it happen. http://grandmapartybazaar.tumblr.com/

Noon to 4pm  Locally Grown Words – a Book Fair. East End Market 3201 Corrine Drive Orlando, FL. In January 2014 I will be opening a small, independent bookstore called Bookmark It in the new East End Market, located in Orlando’s popular Audubon Park community. Its primary focus will be two-fold. First to offer books that support the mission of the various other vendors in the market (organic farming, juicing, sustainability, etc..) and the local-focus movement that defines East End. And second (this is the exciting part), to champion the local writing community by offering a wide selection of books by Central Florida authors, develop events that offer opportunities for book launches, readings and workshops, create a “Local Book of the Month” club, and more!

7:30pm to 9:30pm Abdias Ernesto and Family. Free. The Timucua Arts White House 2000 South Summerlin Avenue, Orlando, Fl. An intimate evening of World Folk Music, art and love-filled energy. 7:30pm Kattya Graham. 7:45pm Beth McKee. 8:15pm Abdias Ernesto Garcia and Family. Live Art by Deliz V. Berrios. This show will be recorded and released as a live DVD and CD of our first album as ‘Abdias Ernesto & Family.’ We will have special guest performances by Beth McKee and Kattya Graham plus some brand new music.

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Saturday December 7, 2013

10am to 10pm   $5 admission a portion of which goes to Saving Grace in Uganda. BIG BOX OF ORLANDO two-day pop up shop. SAY IT LOUD! (1121 N Mills Ave, Orlando, Florida 32803). Big Box of Orlando is is a two day pop-up shop inside a warehouse featuring a tightly curated collection of gift-giving merchandise from 18+ Orlando brands. Presented by TheDailyCity.com.

11am to 6pm. Big Bang Bazaar Bonanza! $5 Saturday and Sunday.. Lake Lilly Park (Maitland, Florida 32751).  come out and support local artists! Also this is a great chance to stock up on unique and awesome holiday presents! http://www.bigbangbazaar.net/

4pm to 6pm. WKMG Local 6 for Holiday Concert. Free. Lake Eola Band Shell (195 N Rosalind Avenue, in Downtown Orlando). The Florida Symphony Youth Orchestra will once again join forces with WMKG Local 6 and the City of Orlando to present the fourth annual WKMG Local 6 Holiday Concert. The concert will feature FSYO orchestras and a special appearance from the Central Florida Community Arts choir, and will also serve to benefit the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Network.

Sunday December 8, 2013

7:30am to 9pm. Gallery Fresh Art Markets. Free to shop. Orlando Fashion Square (3201 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, Florida 32803). On the 2nd Sunday of every month Gallery Fresh Art Markets and Orlando Fashion Square proudly present “Show Your Art.” This indoor, non-juried art event showcases 60 to 90 local artists and fine crafts persons and is located throughout Orlando Fashion Square.

11am to 5pm. Sparkle Artisan Market. Free to shop. Dandelion Communitea Cafe (618 N Thornton Ave, Orlando, Florida 32803). Come to the annual Sparkle market where at least 25 artists and their handmade offerings will dazzle you! There will be a variety of gifts galore. Lunch at Dandelion and get the best healthy food in town. Bring your friends and kids. Shop local!! Park at Hillcrest Elementary School south of Dandelion Communitea Cafe.

1pm to 3pm.  Film Slam. $5. Enzian Theater (1300 S Orlando Ave, Maitland, FL 32751). 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 2013.

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Saturday November 30, 2013

10am to 1pm $10 Dessin de Figures Maitland Art Center Studio 6 (231 W Packwood Ave, Maitland,, FL.) This is the return of this workshop from last year. It will be an on going figure drawing session that has been offered by Steve Pi, one of the Sculpture Instructors at the Maitland Art Center and one of our members.

11am to 5pm Free to browse. Finds on Shine. Maxine’s on Shine (337 N. Shine Ave. Orlando FL.) Shop for holiday gifts, including antiques, jewelry, artwork, handmade pottery and more. http://www.maxinesonshine.com

8pm $17-$70 Home for the Holidays. Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre (401 W. Livingston St. Orlando FL.)  Orlando Philharmonic concert featuring the Holiday Singers and guest conductor Alber-George Schram. http://www.orlandophil.org

Sunday December 1, 2013

11am to 4pm Free Crealdé School of Art’s Annual Holiday Sale. Crealde School of Art (600 St. Andrews Blvd. Winter Park FL.) Shop for jewelry, ceramics, glass and sculpture works at this outdoor event in the Contemporary Sculpture Garden http://www.crealde.org

1pm to 3pm $10 A Season of Love. The Abbey (100 S. Eola Drive Orlando FL.) Holiday concert performed by the Central Florida Sounds of Freedom, Orlando’s LGBT band and color guard http://www.centralfloridasoundsoffreedom.com

9pm to 11pm Free “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.

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Saturday November 23, 2013

9am to 4pm Annual District 3 Thespian Festival. Free. Lyman High School in Longwood, FL. District 3 Thespians, the high school theater organization for students in Flagler, Lake, Seminole & Volusia Counties will feature local theaters, colleges, and theater-related businesses in the vendor room at our annual District 3 Thespian Festival.

10am to Midnight Dr. Who Holiday Art Event. $10. Acme Comics and Cards 905 E State Road 434 #100 Longwood FL.

Noon to 4pm  Community Indigo Vat Dying Party. Misty Forest 611 N. Hyer Ave., Orlando, Florida FL. This party is free to workshop attendees and $5 for friends and community. I would like to invite
our friends and community to help us use the remainder of the dye by
hosting an Indigo Vat Dyeing Party. You are welcome
to share in this exciting process by bringing a few 100% natural
plant-based fabrics (cotton, hemp, & linen only) to dye in the
indigo. You may bring clothing, accessories, yarn, pillow cases, tote
bags, napkins, etc. Please do not bring sheets or excessive yards of
fabric. Our vat is small and I ask that you limited yourself to 3-5
items. Please
wear old clothes and closed toe shoes. You will need to bring your own
dust mask and latex gloves (these are required to participate). I will
have string and rubber bands available to use for tie-dye and Shibori
techniques. Preregistration is required. To register, please email me at claycuriosities@gmail.com.

Sunday November 24, 2013

10am to Noon. Super Joy Riders. Eastern entrance of the Lake Eola Farmers’ Market. 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

Noon to 2pm.  Florida Gospel Jam. Free, just order something off the menu. Fish on Fire 7937 Daetwyler Drive Belle Isle FL. Every 2nd and 4th Sunday every month.

1pm to 3pm. Irish Music. Free, but order something off the menu. Olivia’s in Eustice 108 N. Bay Street. http://www.oliviascoffeehouse.com/

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Saturday November 16, 2013

10am to 8pm Rotary’s 3rd Annual Art, Craft and Wine Festival. Free to attend. Cranes Roost Park (274 Cranes Roost Blvd., Altamonte Springs, FL). Join us on November 16th and 17th for the 3rd Annual Rotary Art, Craft and Wine Festival! It’s the perfect time of year to enjoy the cooler weather and
a great opportunity to start your holiday shopping!
This festival features 120+ talented artists and crafters offering
original and unique items. Setting this event apart from other art and
craft shows is
the special Wine Stroll taking place both days. Map of Event. http://www.aacwf.com/

10am to 4pm  Commander’s Call. Free. Museum of Military History (5210 West Irlo Bronson Hwy Kissimmee FL). This ongoing program is held on the 3rd Saturday of each month is designed to appeal to families, military memorabilia collectors, history buffs, re-enactors & others interested in military history. In addition, persons interested in displaying, trading or selling their military items such as honor coins, swords, photographs, military buttons, scale model boats & planes, military art, uniforms or other equipment register in advance by calling the museum to reserve a spot. Re-enactors and veterans are welcome to come in uniform to add to the history & authenticity of the military experience. Non-military booths such as health care providers, home improvement, local attractions or other businesses are invited to be vendors for minimal donation.  www.museumofmilitaryhistory.com



9pm to Midnight  Out Go the Lights, Thee Wilt Chamberlain, The Haroux. $5 The Space (above Anthony’s Pizza) on the corner of Mills/50. Thee Wilt Chamberlain, Casual Creatures (Miami), The Haroux, Rebel (Miami). Plus an art show featuring: Alana Questell, Guillermo Casanova, Brandon McLean, Adam Lavigne, Dnl Hrs. There will be and merchandise, Relief in Abstract table, and UCF Print Collective table in the art room

Sunday November 17, 2013

3pm to 6pm Yelp’s Bohemian Bash. Free, but the event is full. $10 suggested donation to the Harbor House.  Waiting list RSVP.  The Acre (4421 Edgewater Drive Orlando, FL). You won’t want to miss this exhibition of excitement including crafty cocktails, nifty nibbles and eclectic entertainment!

5pm to 9pm Orlando Food Truck Bazaar.  Free to attend. Fashion Square Mall (3201 East Colonial Drive Orlando FL). Imagine a parking lot full of food trucks filled with delicious gourmet, ethnic, BBQ and desserts.  No beer, no music, no bounce houses. No fluff, just good food. (And bring your chairs!) Now
imagine the entire parking lot picking up and moving to a different
city night after night: that is The Food Truck Bazaar! This event
travels just like a food truck does!

9pm to 11pm  Solo Acoustic Spoken Word. Natura Coffee and Tea (12078 Collegiate Way Orlando FL). 407 482-5000


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Saturday November 9, 2013

8am to 3pm Fifth Third Bank Second Art Market, (Fifth Third Bank Coloinal Branch, 3244 E Colonial Drive Orlando, FL). Free. On the 2nd Sunday of every month Gallery Fresh Art Markets and 5/3 Fifth Third Bank (Colonial Branch) proudly present our “Second Saturday Art Market” This outdoor event will showcase 20 to 30 artists and fine crafts persons located at 5/3 Bank Colonial Branch, Directly Across From Orlando Fashion Square, from 9am to 3pm in an outdoor setting with AMAZING ART, music, food trucks, and fun! Join Us!

10am to 5pm   The Festival of the Masters. Downtown Disney 1780 E Buena Vista Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL. Free.  The 38th annual Festival of the Masters is Nov. 8-10 in the Downtown Disney Area. Dazzling works of art from more than 150 Master artists. One of the largest displays of official Disney Art in the Disney Artist Village.

7pm to 11pm The Master Class Event. Just bring canned goods for the food drive. Through philanthropic events and the sale of items from our Conscious Boutique, Conscious People LLC strives to support a community of mindful, healthy, and socially responsible people. The theme of this Master Class event is: Be Conscious to Local Hunger Issues, an Art Show and Food Drive benefiting the Second Harvest Food Bank. Genevieve DeMarco will be the featured artist of the night. All new work will be presented throughout the venue. Music performances from MoZaic and Purple Kloud.

Sunday November 10, 2013

10am to 6pm  Fashion Square Art Fair. Free. Orlando Fashion Square (3201 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, Fl). This is an indoor event showcasing 30 to 60 artists and fine crafts persons located throughout Fashion Square Mall.

12:30pm to 4pm Florida Gospel Jam. Grab a drink or some food. Fish on Fire 7937 Daetwyler Drive Belle Island FL.Non Denominational Gospel open mic Every 2nd and 4th Sunday.

9pm to 11pm Non Denominational Gospel open mic. Every 2nd and 4th Sunday. Free. Natura Coffee and Tea 12078 Collegiate Way Orlando FL).

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Saturday November 2, 2013

6pm to 8pm Run Nona at Night. Laureate Park, Crescent Park, (Lake Nona Tavistock Lakes Boulevard Orlando, FL 32827.) Cross the line into an epic block party fueled by 4 Rivers Smokehouse, Samuel Adams, energetic music and incredible lights. Enjoy 4 Rivers Smokehouse specialties all included in your 5k entry fee! Pulled chicken sandwich, chips and lemonade, sweet tea or beer! For non-meat lovers: veggie skewers or chopped salad. Proceeds from the race will benefit the Tavistock Foundation. The Tavistock Foundation serves programs and organizations in the communities where it has significant business interests.

7pm to 11pm Neanderthal Ball. $150 General Public, $100 Science Center Members. Orlando Science Center (777 Princeton Street, Orlando FL.) Step into the Past as we support the future at the Orlando Science
Center’s Neanderthal Ball! Set amongst the prehistoric setting of
“DinoDigs” and the Ice Age theme of “Our Planet, Our Universe” exhibit.
Enjoy delectable food and wine choices under under the star lit sky on
the beautiful SunTrust Terrace. Chisel out your mark at the silent auction. Dress code is cocktail
fun with an accent on “cavemen couture”, with an animal print necktie or
leopard pattern cocktail dress!

8pm Jessica Earley Art Opening. Free. Buy a beer or some art. The Falcon 819 E. Washington Street, Suite 2, Orlando, Florida

Sunday November 3, 2013

11am to 6pm $3 Greek Festival Saturday and Sunday. Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church (1217 Trinity Woods Lane Maitland FL). All things Greek!

9pm to 11pm Comedy Open Mic. Free. Austin’s Coffee (929 W Fairbanks Ave Winter Park, FL 32789.) Come out & laugh, or give it a try yourself.

10pm to Midnight Sick Of It Presents: Rancid karaoke cover set. Free. Will’s Pub (1042 N. Mills Avenue, Orlando, Florida 32803.) You come up out of the crowd and sing your favorite Rancid songs with a live band…YOU’RE the singer!

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Saturday October 26, 2013

10am to 6pm Central Florida Veg Fest 2013. The event is free! Parking for attendees is $5 per vehicle at the west side of Festival Park. From N. Primrose Drive, head east on E. Livingston Street to the parking entrance at the midpoint of the park on the right. Please carpool or ride your bike to the free bike valet off Festival Way. Orlando Festival Park near downtown Orlando. The event will include healthy living and eco-friendly exhibitors, speakers, and presentations; non-profits; fun and games for kids; dog and cat adoptions; restaurant booths; food preparation demonstrations, and live music and entertainment. Central Florida Veg Fest will draw both committed vegetarians and those who want to learn more about how to protect our health, the planet, and its inhabitants. You can promote your business or group to thousands of people who want to learn more about vegetarianism and the varied products and services that support a veg-friendly and an eco-friendly way of life. All money raised will be used for local vegetarian education and outreach.

11am to 8pm. Spooky Empire. The Double Tree By Hilton at Universal (5780 Major Blvd. Orlando, FL). One day tickets are $45 at the door, or $65 at the door for a weekend pass. Spooky Empire has quickly become one of the most respected horror event
promotions companies in the United States, bringing to life two of the
most popular horror conventions in the nation, with fans attending from
all over the world.

9pm to 2am. The Biggest Halloween Party of the Year Returns! Free. Put on your dancing shoes and do the Monster Mash for a night of dancing, drinks and fun at Eden Bar. We will have horror films on the big screen outside, a DJ spinning all night long, specialty Halloween cocktails and jello shots, and delicious treats like hot dogs, loaded tots and dirty chips. Throughout the night, secret judges will be roaming the party for the best dressed gal or ghoul. Winners will be announced at midnight and prizes will be given to the winners (1st, 2nd, 3rd).   During the party, there will be a midnight screening inside the theater of EVIL DEAD II. Tickets for EVIL DEAD II are $10 for general admission, $8 Students/Seniors/Military and $7.50 for Members of the Enzian Film Society.

Sunday October 27, 2013

10am to noon. Super Joy Riders. Free. 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. You + Superhero Costume + Bike = Best Sunday Ever

11am Maitland Symphony Orchestra. Free. Maitland Presbyterian Church (341 US Highway 17-92 Maitland FL).

1pm to 3pm Irish Music. Free, just order a beer. Olivia’s in Eustice (108 N. Bay Street Eustice FL).  http://www.oliviascoffeehouse.com/

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Saturday October 19, 2013

10am to 2pm. 4th annual Asian Cultural EXPO. Free. Village Lake, Downtown Disney West Side Walt Disney World Resort.  Showcase the Culture of China ● Japan ● Philippines ● Polynesia ● Taiwan through exhibitions, performances and crafts. Bring your lawn chair to enjoy these exciting performances. http://asiatrendmagazine.com/asian-cultural-expo.html

3pm to 7pm. Cruisin’ Downtown DeLand Car Show. Free. East Indiana Ave Downtown DeLand, Deland FL Classic cars & rods.  Live DJ, giveaways, shopping & dining. Fun for the family! Every 3rd Saturday night.

7pm to 2am. Haunting at The Haven. Free. Haven Lounge 6700 Aloma Avenue, Winter Park, Fl.  An all night, exclusive Costume Party. This 18 and up event will feature some of the hottest and most controversial artists in underground music as well as a costume contest with a grand prize of 2 FREE passes to Halloween Horror Nights 23 at Universal Studios Orlando! First runner up will receive a gift card of $25 to spend as they like!

Sunday October 20, 2013

5pm to 9pm. Orlando Food Truck Bazaar. Free to enter. Fashion Square Mall 3201 East Colonial Drive Orlando FL. http://www.thedailycity.com/2011/05/thedailycitycom-food-truck-bazaar.html

9pm to 11pm. Solo Acoustic Spoken Word. Free. Natura Coffee and Tea 12078 Collegiate Way. (407) 482-5000.

10pm to 12am. Sick Of It Presents: Rancid Karaoke Cover Set. Will’s Pub 1042 N. Mills Avenue, Orlando, Fl. You come up out of the crowd and sing your favorite Rancid songs with a live band…YOU’RE the singer!

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Saturday October 12, 2013

6pm to 8pm Caroline Kole Concert. Free. Leesburg Towne Square 501 W Main Street Leesburg FL. Outdoor concert, bring lawn chairs.

3pm to 10pm 2013 ZombieFest: RESURRECTION. Free Downtown
Lakeland. The “ Outbreak Wristbands” will get you  great discounts at
various Retail, restaurants and bars around Downtown Lakeland, in
addition to special perks during Zombiefest.  Wristbands are $15 and
will be sold during the event.

7pm to 9pm  Book Party and Launch: I Will Meet You at the River. Free. Quantum Leap Winery (1312 Wilfred Dr  Orlando, FL).  Come hear Suzannah Gilman read selected poems at the long-anticipated launch of my first chapbook of poetry. Of course, no book launch is complete without wine, so there will be plenty.

Sunday October 13, 2013

10am to 6pm Fashion Square Art Fair. Free. PREMIERE EVENT!! Starting October 13, 2013 on the 2nd Sunday of every month Gallery Fresh Art Markets and Orlando Fashion Square Mall proudly present our “Fashion Square Art Fair.” This is an indoor event showcasing 30 to 60 artists and fine crafts persons located throughout Fashion Square Mall.

1pm to 3pm Film Slam. $5 Enzian Theater 1300 S Orlando Ave  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.

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