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Events

Third Annual Phrozen Jewel 5K/10K Run or Walk:

This race is virtual, so you can choose a safe environment to complete the 5K or 10K. You have one week (June 20-26) to submit your most competitive time. Participants receive a T-shirt, medal and registration bag. Prizes go to the top three men and women overall and the top man and woman in each age group. All proceeds benefit the Hankins Johnson Education Foundation’s Young Men of Distinction mentoring program. Cost is $20-$60. Call 407-453-4279 to register.

Mascot Games Virtual 5K Fun Run (July 17-24):

Proceeds benefit local children’s nonprofit organization, New Hope for Kids. This alternative event will feature 12 mascots from top-tier professional and collegiate sports teams, including the NBA, NFL, MLB, NCAA, MLS, and NHL. The pandemic has postponed the traditional Mascot Games. $10-$30, mascotgames.org, 407-3313095, Ext. 17.

Japanese Sword and Asian Antiques Show:

Featuring 60 tables with more than 100 vendors displaying and selling antique Japanese swords and military items. There will be demonstrations of Japanese swordsmanship. 2-8 p.m. July 9, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. July 10, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 11, Doubletree Hotel, 5555 Hazeltine National Drive, Orlando, $15 per day, 407-973-5802, orlandojapanesedwordshow.com/OJSS.

Greater Orlando Civil War Roundtable:

Robert Guenther will give a presentation on “The Life and Civil War Record of Controversial Confederate General Nathan Bedford Forrest” who was given the nickname of “Wizard of the Saddle” for his military successes. 7 p.m. June 24, Pine Castle Woman’s Club, 5901 S. Orange Ave., Orlando, free, 407-331-9301.

26th annual 4th of July Celebration:

The event has been modified to allow for safe social distancing; although no longer mandated by the state, festive masks are encouraged for the protection of yourself and others. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Festivities include live patriotic music and a Kids Zone in Central Park West Meadow with carnival midway games, crafts and more hosted by the Winter Park Parks & Recreation Family Fun Program. 9 a.m.-noon July 5, Central Park, Park Avenue, Winter Park, free, 407-599-3463.

“Summer Soiree”: The cocktail party will include hors d’oeuvres, desserts and signature drinks along with wine and craft beers. The store will offer goody bags, raffle prizes, makeovers and specials. The store will be closed to the public. A $20 donation per person is appreciated. Proceeds benefit The Jewish Pavilion. 6:30-8:30 p.m. July 11, Dillard’s, 451 E. Altamonte Drive, Altamonte Springs, call 407-678-9363 to register.

Virtual History Group: Presented by The University

Club of Winter Park. Club member Ed Korry will present “Wine: Nectar of the Gods.” Learn how wine was transformed from the sacred to a consumer product costing thousands of dollars a bottle. To attend this virtual event, email your full name to info@ uclubwp.org expressing interest. 10 a.m. June 21, free.

Indoor Summer Tai Chi:

Featuring simple postures and qi gong (energy work). Indoors with air-conditioning. Vaccinated may practice mask-free; unvaccinated are requested to wear masks. 9-10 a.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 1st Unitarian Church of Orlando, 1901 E. Robinson St., Orlando, $5 facility fee donation requested but not required, 407-701-3357.

Beekeeping 101: In this very beginner class presented by Orange County Extension Agent JK Yarborough, learn about the agricultural role honey bees play, how much it costs to get started, and the legality of keeping bees in your area. After this class, participate in the Beekeeping 201 class. Advance registration required. 6-7:30 p.m. July 8, UF/IFAS Extension Orange County, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, free, 407254-9200.

Beekeeping 201: In this class presented by Orange County Extension Agent JK Yarborough, learn about a Langstroth hive, the colonies caste system, how to acquire bees and more. True firsttime beekeepers are encouraged, but not required, to attend Beekeeping 101 before this class. Advance registration required. 10 a.m.-noon July 9, UF/IFAS Extension Orange County, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, free, 407-254-9200.

Beekeeping 201L: Orange County Extension Agent JK Yarborough will present a hands-on, follow up to Beekeeping 201 (Completion of Beekeeping 201 is required prior to taking this class). Learn how to light a smoker, choose the proper PPE, go through a routine hive inspection, do a varroa shake and more. Advance registration required. 9-10:30 a.m. July 10, UF/IFAS Extension Seminole County, 250 W. County Home Road Sanford, 407-254-9200.

Adopt-A-Tree program: Orange County residents who want to receive two free trees to plant in their landscapes should register upon arrival and provide proof of Orange County residency, such as driver’s license, photo I.D., or utility bill. Trees are distributed on a firstcome, first-served basis. Two tree per household limit. 8 a.m. July 17, Fort Christmas Historical Park, 1300 N. Fort Christmas Road, Christmas, 407-254-9200.

Backyard Chicken Class:

Orange County Extension Agent JK Yarborough will discuss how to keep chickens and produce your own eggs in suburban and urban settings. Learn how to get started and be successful. Advance registration required. 10 a.m.-noon July 21, UF/IFAS Extension Orange County, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, free, 407254-9200.

Basic Irrigation 101 — Zoom Virtual Presentation:

Orange County Extension Agent Tia Silvasy will discuss basic irrigation. in this webinar. Learn to adjust your irrigation timer, make your irrigation system more efficient, and types of irrigation that conserve water. Advance registration required at ocextension. eventbrite.com. 2-3 p.m. July 15, free, 407-254-9200.

Diabetes prevention program: This free, yearlong, online class is for adults ages 18 or older who have been screened by their doctor and diagnosed as prediabetic. Advance registration required. Begins 11 a.m. July 22. To sign up, visit ocextension.eventbrite.com. Details, 407-254-9218.

GriefShare Round Table Discussions:

Brief summer meetings to give support to adults who have lost a spouse or other loved one by death. 6 p.m. July 7, First Baptist Church of Orlando, 3000 S. John Young Parkway, Orlando, free, 407-514-4237.

Raised Bed Vegetable and Herb Gardening: Leu Gardens’ Director Robert Bowden will walk you through each step of creating your own food oasis. Garden location, building materials, growing media and varietal selections for small spaces will be discussed. Advance registration required. 10 a.m.-noon June 23, Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, $10 for garden members, $16 for nonmembers, 407-246-2620.

Composting and Rain Barrels — Zoom Virtual Presentation: Orange County Residential Horticulture Agent Ed Thralls will discuss how to turn your plant and kitchen waste material into compost and reduce the waste load going to the landfill and also how to reduce storm water runoff with the use of rain barrels. Advance registration required at ocextension. eventbrite.com. 6-7 p.m. June 24, $5, 407-254-9200.

Learn about Independent and Assisted Living Communities: Join representatives of three retirement communities who will provide information and answer questions about their respective communities. Presented by Paul and Lyn Henderson, Certified Senior Housing Professionals. Reservations required. 9:30-11 a.m. June 30, ZOOM or in-person, Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, 151 W. Lyman Ave., Winter Park, free, 407-476-1808.

United States Submarine Veterans, Central Florida Chapter: Open to all Navy personnel and veterans who are qualified in submarines. Guests are welcome at meetings. Meetings for now are held both in person or Zoom. 7 p.m. the fourth Thursday of every month, Casselberry Veterans Club, 200 Concord Drive, Casselberry, 407-920-9347 or email jmack349@gmail.com.

Senior Survival Webinar:

Florida Bar Board Certified Elder Law Attorney Kathleen Flammia will discuss how not to go broke paying for a nursing home and the essential estate planning documents. Viewing instructions will be provided upon RSVP. 6 p.m. June 23, free, 407-478-8700.

Butterfly Gardens for Central Florida:

Leu Gardens’ director Robert Bowden will discuss caterpillar plants and nectar plants. Advance registration required. 9:3011:30 a.m. June 26, Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, $10 for garden members, $16 for nonmembers, 407-246-2620.