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Prost, Avalon Park! Oktoberfest’s NEW DATES & A Full October in Downtown Downtown Avalon Park will trade palm trees for pretzels during the Fall Festival & The Oktoberfest Beer Garden. NEW RESCHEDULED DATES Friday, Nov. 6, and Saturday, Nov. 7, 5-10 pm. The celebration begins Friday evening with a Beer Garden Preview from 5 to 10 p.m., an easy way to start the weekend with a cold stein and good company. On Saturday, the Community Festival takes over downtown from 5 to 10 p.m. with something for every age. Adults can relax in the beer garden while live bands play and Alpine dancers perform. Food trucks and vendors will line the streets, and families will find a kids area and bounce park.

created themselves. It is a chance to support local kids, and festival-goers may even meet a future business leader or two. Oktoberfest is presented by Avalon Park Group with support from OUC, AdventHealth, Charter Communications, The Umansky Law Firm, the Avalon Park POA, AT&T, Auntie CocoBeans and Leland Management. More information is available at AvalonParkOrlando.com. The Avalon Park Farmers Market opens in its new home. Beginning in October, the market moves to Founder’s Square, 13002 Founder’s Square Drive, and runs every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shoppers will find the same local produce, baked goods and handmade items in a new setting. Over in the Marketplace at Avalon Park, The Humble Crumb has opened its doors. The new bakery specializes in sourdough and also serves coffee, making it a natural stop for a morning cup and a fresh loaf to take home. The Humble Crumb is welcoming customers during its soft opening, with a Grand Opening celebration planned for Saturday, Oct. 24. As Halloween approaches, families can put on their costumes and head to Founder’s Square on Saturday, Oct. 17, for the Collective Corner Halloweentown Market and Movie. From 4 to 9 p.m., guests can enjoy seasonal shopping, followed by an outdoor movie under the stars. Also on Saturday, Oct. 24, Avalon Park welcomes a brand-new event, the Seoul Dalbalm Night Market, from 3 to 9 p.m. Presented in partnership with the Orlando Korean Cultural Center and inspired by the night markets of Korea, the event brings food, vendors and culture to the community from the afternoon into the evening. The month wraps up on Friday, Oct. 30, with the Off the Rack Vintage Market from 5 to 9 p.m., where vintage lovers can browse clothing, accessories and one-of-a-kind finds.

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From steins and wiener dogs to fresh sourdough Additionally returning this year is the Kid’s and night markets, October offers plenty of reasons Market, where young business owners from the to spend time in Avalon Park. For the latest event community will set up shop and sell products they details, visit AvalonParkOrlando.com.

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In last month’s column, I shared a little about my father in Switzerland. He is in good physical health, but he is living with memory loss. For me and my family, this is something very personal.

Many of you have similar experiences. A parent, a spouse, a friend or a neighbor begins to have difficulty with their memory. Families find themselves facing questions they may never have considered before. What comes next? Where can we find help? How can we best care for someone we love?

join the Orlando Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Lake Eola. I would like to personally invite you to walk with us or support our team with a donation. The walk is the beginning of a much larger effort. Over the next year, you will see our partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association incorporated into different Avalon Park events and festivals. These gatherings already bring thousands of people together. They give us a wonderful opportunity to share information, introduce resources and raise funds for research, care and support. A family enjoying a festival may also learn where to turn for help with a parent’s memory loss. A local business may find a way to support fundraising. A resident may learn more about brain health and steps that can help reduce the risk of cognitive decline. These are practical ways our community can contribute.

These questions matter to me as a son. They also Over the years, I have learned that good partnerships begin with shared values and grow through people matter to us at Avalon Park Group. willing to do the work. The Alzheimer’s Association At Encore, our Assisted Living and Memory Care brings knowledge, resources and a commitment to this community here in Avalon Park, approximately two- cause. Avalon Park brings a community of residents, thirds of our residents live with memory disorders. businesses and organizations who have shown, time Our team cares for these residents and works alongside and again, that they care about their neighbors. their families every day. We see how much patience, understanding and dedication this requires. We also I believe we can accomplish a great deal together. see how important it is for caregivers to have support Please join us on October 3, and look for opportunities themselves. to participate throughout the coming year. You can When we began developing Avalon Park more than walk, donate, volunteer or help us bring more people 30 years ago, our vision was to create a town where into the conversation. people could live, learn, work and play throughout the different stages of life. Encore is an important part For my father, for our residents at Encore and for the of that vision. As our community grows, so does our many families facing these challenges, I am grateful responsibility to understand and respond to the needs that Avalon Park can be part of this effort. of the people who call it home. That is why I am pleased that Avalon Park Group is building a lasting partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association. I recently joined the Association’s board, and I have accepted the role of Chair of the Orlando Walk in 2027. My father is one of the reasons for this commitment. Our residents at Encore and their families are another. We believe in this organization and its work. Research is essential if we are going to make progress against Alzheimer’s disease. At the same time, people living with memory disorders and their caregivers need information, guidance and care today. Both deserve our attention and support. On Saturday, October 3, our Avalon Park team will

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LIVE From the Desk of Commissioner Maribel Gomez Cordero

Celebrating the People Who Make District 4 Home October has always felt like a special time of year—a time when we begin to enjoy cooler days, gather with family and friends, and reflect on the year that is quickly moving toward its final months.

As your Commissioner, one of the greatest privileges of serving is having the opportunity to listen— to hear your concerns, learn about the issues that matter to you, and work with you toward solutions. I am deeply grateful for the trust As I look back on the many you have placed in me and for the conversations and community many residents who continue to moments we have shared this stay engaged in our community. year, I am reminded that the heart of District 4 is its people. I encourage everyone to make It is the neighbor who looks out the most of this beautiful season. for someone down the street, the Attend a local event, support a volunteer who gives their time, small business, spend time with the small-business owner who your family, check in on a neighbor, continues to serve our community, and continue finding ways to be the parent who advocates for their part of the community we all call children, and the community home. organizations that work every day to make a difference. As always, my office is here to serve you. If you need assistance with a These everyday acts of service County service or resource, please and kindness may sometimes go reach out to my team. We are here unnoticed, but together they are to assist you. what make our neighborhoods stronger. Thank you for allowing me the privilege of serving District 4.

Together, we continue to make our community stronger—one neighbor, one family. Blessings, Commissioner Maribel Cordero Orange County District 4

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New Faces, New Classes, and a Whole Lot of Heart at Avalon Park Gym

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There’s a lot to love about this season at Avalon are on the full class schedule, so grab a spot and Park Gym, and most of it comes down to people. try something new. New faces, familiar favorites, and a community that keeps showing up for each other. Here’s what’s new, what’s worth trying, and a few reasons to say thank you. Welcome Asia Powell Please join us in welcoming Asia Powell to the group exercise team. Asia moved to Florida from Cleveland, Ohio, and holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Business Administration from Central State University. She’s been stepping for seven years and teaching for a year and a half, and she’s ready to help you become what she calls a Big Steppa. Catch her step inspired classes on the class schedule, or read more about her on her team page. Give her a follow on Instagram at @ mysteriousthangg__ and say hello after class.

Lace Up for Grace Mark your calendar for the 2026 Grace Foley Rock Your Socks 5K, happening Saturday, October 10th at 8 AM in Avalon Town Park. This race honors Grace Foley and raises awareness for epilepsy while supporting the Grace Foley Scholarship Fund. Pre registration is open now through September 29th, so lace up, wear your brightest socks, and register through the Avalon Park Foundation or sign up here. Thank You, Team None of this happens without the people who show up early, stay late, and remember your name. Thank you to every trainer, instructor, and member services team member who makes this Two Classes Worth Trying This Month gym feel like home. And to our members, take a minute to introduce yourself to someone new in If your routine is starting to feel a little too routine, class this week. You might just make a friend who this is your sign to switch it up. Barre Fusion blends keeps you accountable. Meet the full team here. ballet, dance, and functional strength into a low impact class that still leaves you feeling it the next Find us on Instagram and Facebook, call us at day. Cardio Kickboxing brings the punches and (407) 988-3884, visit AvalonParkGym.com, or stop kicks, a full body, heart pumping way to blow off by 12001 Avalon Lake Drive, Suite M-P, Orlando, steam and build strength at the same time. Both FL 32828.

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The Power of Art and Memory at Encore Memory is at the heart of everything Encore at Avalon Park does. As a community dedicated to assisted living and memory care, Encore understands that connection does not always require words. For many residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, art becomes a bridge, a way to express, engage, and connect even as memory changes.

Why Art Matters in Memory Care Art projects can create a sense of accomplishment and purpose, giving both residents and caregivers an opportunity for self-expression. Unlike conversation, which can become more difficult as dementia progresses, art-making engages different parts of the brain, allowing residents to stay present without the pressure of finding the right words. At Encore, this understanding shapes how activities are designed. Effective art activities for residents in the middle to late stages of Alzheimer’s keep the project at an adult level, build conversation into the experience through encouragement and reminiscence, and allow residents as much time as they need, without the expectation of finishing in one sitting. Sometimes, a caregiver may need to help start the first brush stroke, but from there, the resident leads the way. A Moment of Expression, A Moment of Connection For residents, an afternoon of painting is rarely just about the finished piece. It is about the conversation that happens alongside it, the memories that surface, and the quiet sense of purpose that comes from

creating something with one’s own hands. These moments matter deeply in a memory care setting, where connection often looks different than it once did, but is no less meaningful. Encore’s Commitment to the Walk to End Alzheimer’s This understanding of art’s role in memory care is part of why Encore remains a proud, ongoing supporter of the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Encore staff and residents have walked together in past years, and this October, Team Encore will once again join the Avalon Park community at Lake Eola to raise funds and awareness for Alzheimer’s research, advocacy, and support. The connection between art and memory reflects the same spirit that drives Encore’s involvement in the walk. No one facing Alzheimer’s should do it alone, and every connection, whether through a shared painting session or a shared mile on the walk route, matters. Join Team Encore This October, Encore invites the community to join in supporting the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, continuing a commitment to residents, families, and the broader fight against this disease. Join team Avalon Park today at act.alz.org For more information on Encore, encoreatavalonpark.com or call for a tour at 407-270-7500.

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Quest, Inc. Receives Grant from AdventHealth to Expand Transportation to Medical Appointments Purchase of Two Vehicles to Benefit People with Developmental Disabilities Quest, Inc., a Central Florida nonprofit that has been providing services and support to individuals with developmental disabilities for more than 60 years, has been selected as a 2026 AdventHealth grant partner, paving the way for the organization to reduce transportation barriers for people with developmental disabilities. Through this investment, Quest is enhancing its accessible transportation fleet to better connect clients with critical medical appointments and healthcare services. “Transportation is more than a ride. It is a vital link to healthcare, independence, and quality of life,” said Lauren Nelson, Quest’s Vice President of Philanthropy. “We’re grateful to AdventHealth for investing in this important need and partnering with us to ensure that individuals with developmental disabilities have greater access to the care and services that help them thrive.” AdventHealth’s Community Health Needs Assessment identified transportation as a key factor in improving access to care and overall community well-being. “Everyone in our community deserves the opportunity to feel whole and to thrive,”

said Sharon Line Clary, Senior Vice President of Community Impact and Partnership Engagement for AdventHealth Central Florida. “By investing in and collaborating with Quest, Inc., we’re helping create pathways to hope, stability and better health for our neighbors. Together, we can build stronger, more resilient communities where everyone has the support they need to flourish.” By expanding its transportation resources, Quest will be better positioned to support individuals with developmental disabilities served through its residential and communitybased programs, helping them maintain regular access to healthcare and other essential services that contribute to long-term health and wellness. For more information about Quest and its services, visit QuestInc.org.

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How Teens Can Make a Difference and Why Your Voice Matters By: The East Orlando Youth Advisory Board Even small gestures can make a difference. Member, Faith St. Hilaire Smiling, showing kindness, giving hugs, donating, or simply spreading love can brighten someone’s Teens make up a large part of the community, yet day. Sometimes people just need a kind moment despite their numbers, they are often the quietest to feel seen. group. This may be due to fear that their voice won’t be heard, a lack of belief that their voice is Another way teens can make a difference in the important, or simply because they don’t want to community is by using their voice. When teens speak out. Even with all these reasons teens might speak up and advocate for people who are often hold back, it’s still completely possible for us to unheard, they help raise awareness of issues that make a difference. When we speak up and show up affect young people. Teens can bring attention to in spaces where teens aren’t usually represented, problems adults might overlook because they’re our voices can shift conversations and help our not experiencing them firsthand. community grow. Why Your Voice Matters Your voice matters because teens don’t often speak up and instead hide how they feel. When someone chooses to speak up, it brings fresh perspectives and ideas into an adult‑dominated world. That creativity can lead to positive change in communities and help build emotional connections between older and younger people. A teen’s voice also matters because it allows them to advocate for themselves, defend their needs, and add their perspective to a situation. This helps decisions include multiple demographics, whether old or young, white or black, men or women. And lastly, another reason a teen’s voice matters is that it can draw attention to issues adults may overlook. When even one teen steps up and speaks How Teens Can Make a Difference There are many ways for teens to make a difference out for their generation, they can inspire many in their community, one of which is volunteering. others to share how they feel. All it takes is one Volunteering is when someone chooses to help step, one voice. Your voice is all we need. without getting paid. About one‑third of teens in the U.S. have jobs, which means two‑thirds don’t. At L.O.V.E. Our Youth, we believe every young Volunteering gives those teens a chance to stay person deserves a space where their voice leads, and their ideas matter. When teens speak up, involved and help their community. they spark courage, connection, and change that There are plenty of places where teens can strengthens our entire community. If you’re ready volunteer: dog shelters, gardens, beach cleanups, to use your voice or help others find theirs, join us tutoring programs, and more. At these sites, in Teen Lounge where youth are heard, supported, teens might be asked to help with different tasks and empowered to shape their futures. throughout the day. For example, at a dog shelter, a teen might feed the dogs, walk them, or clean If you’re looking for meaningful ways to uplift their pens. At a beach cleanup, teens might start and support youth in our community, explore by picking up trash near the dock and eventually volunteer opportunities at loveouryouth.org/getinvolved or connect with us on Instagram help remove it from the water. @loveouryouth.

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Rooted Here, Growing Everywhere What places, people, and moments are part of your story? When learning experiences for eligible families. you hear local roots, what comes to mind? Maybe it’s a favorite park, the library, a local business, a community event, or simply a place where you’ve made a memory. But here’s something I love about learning: It doesn’t always start with a lesson. Sometimes it starts with noticing. Try a Roots Walk Choose one place in your community and explore it together or explore it on your own. Use three simple steps: • NOTICE - What do you see, hear, or notice that you may have missed before? • WONDER - What questions does this place make you ask? • CREATE - What could you make from what you noticed or BRIGHT IDEAS, BOLD DESIGNS - AI Made Easy with Canva wondered about? Canva World Tour Comes to Avalon Park - FREE Community Event November 14 • 12:00–2:00 PM Avalon Park — The 5th Floor A child might draw the place, write a story, create a map, take Come Join the Fun! Ages 18+ • Registration Required. Connect photographs, or imagine what could happen there next. An adult with other creatives, enjoy a fun icebreaker, create with Canva + might share a memory, research something interesting, tell a story, AI, and take a few photos along the way. Come dressed in your or simply see a familiar place through a child’s eyes. And sometimes brightest, boldest colors! A light lunch will be served. BRING the best discovery is realizing that you don’t notice the same things. YOUR LAPTOP - A laptop is required for the hands-on activities. That’s learning, too. To participate fully, you’ll need access to Canva Pro. A free Canva Pro trial is available for eligible participants who don’t already Want to Explore It Further? have Canva Pro. Please sign up for the trial before the event so I created a free Roots Planning Sheet to help you turn your walk you’re ready to create when class begins. RSVP REQUIRED. Space into a simple creative experience. Use it with a child, a friend, your is limited. If the event fills, join the Eventbrite waitlist to be notified family, or on your own. No perfect answers. No special supplies. if a spot becomes available. Can’t make it after registering? Please Just notice, wonder, and create. cancel your RSVP so someone on the waitlist has an opportunity to attend. Learning Is All Around Us This is the kind of learning I believe in at Creatively Influenced Rooted here. Growing everywhere. Learning: experiences that connect learning with real life and give JOIN ME FOR STORYTIME! children opportunities to move, create, question, communicate, and November 14 • 10:00 AM Avalon Marketplace grow. And learning doesn’t stop when we become adults. Through Come join me for a fun Storytime experience! Creatively Influenced, I also create creative and technology learning experiences for adults. Different learners. Different experiences. One tdavis@creativelyinfluenced.com • 321-430-4061 belief: Learning that moves, grows and glows. Creatively Influenced Creatively Influenced Learning - Learning that moves, grows and Learning is also a Step Up For Students provider, offering children’s glows.

Avalon Middle School Chapter Wins National Award For its exemplary record of leadership, service and efforts to improve the school and community, the National Junior Honor Society awarded Avalon Middle School the Chapter of Distinction award. NJHS is supported by its parent organization, the National Principals Association (NPA), which also oversees the National Association of Student Councils.

young leaders channel their talents toward meaningful service and positive change.” “We are honored to receive this amazing recognition. Our students work hard every day and showcase the 5 Pillars of NJHS. Our students come before school, stay after school, and even help out during their lunches and on weekends to help make our school a better place. It takes a village too! We wouldn’t be able to do all that we do without the support of our community, our parents, and our amazing AMS staff.” - Derrick Lombardi, NJHS Advisor

“I’m so proud of us for earning Chapter of Distinction. It’s such a meaningful achievement, showing how much of an impact we’ve The Huskies NJHS chapter completed more than 2,000 volunteer made on our school and community. There are so many people who hours last year. We participated in multiple service activities work so hard every day to give back to our school and community. both at our school and in our community. We host an annual It really highlights how amazing of a program NJHS is, and how toy drive for children in the Foster Care system and then host committed everyone is to make this year amazing.” -Ian D., NJHS our “WinterFest” where those kids can come have some holiday Chapter President themed fun, meet Santa, and leave with their toy. Our NJHS also participated in campus cleanups, teacher appreciation events, and even volunteered over the summer. We were honored to receive The NJHS Chapters of Distinction is a national recognition program recognition from Orange County Mayor Jerry Demmings during created by NJHS to honor chapters that demonstrate strong leadership, sound operations and a deep commitment to the pillars National Student Leadership Week this year. of the Honor Society. This distinction recognizes chapters that “The NJHS Chapter of Distinction Award celebrates chapters that meet all Essential Standards and excel in key areas such as student truly embody what the National Junior Honor Society stands for— governance and leadership development. students who don’t just excel academically but actively strengthen their communities,” said NPA CEO Ronn Nozoe. “The Avalon Learn more about the Chapter of Distinction award at https:// Middle School chapter demonstrates how powerful it can be when www.nationalhonorsociety.org/nhs-chapters-of-distinction/

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The Perfect Setting for Personal and Corporate Virtual Office Season Special Celebrations Elevate your business with a professional address at The holiday season calls for a space that feels as good The 5th Floor. Beyond in-person meetings, The 5th as the company you keep. The 5th Floor Orlando Floor offers virtual offices, making it easy to manage offers a modern, professionally designed setting in online meetings safely and conveniently. Virtual the heart of Avalon Park. Maximize productivity Offices include a 2-Day Coworking Pass, which can with high-speed Wi-Fi, HDTV screens, projectors, be used as full or half days during regular business complimentary coffee, and on-site receptionists. hours. The 5th Floor has a room for every fit, perfect for corporate holiday parties, team celebrations, and personal gatherings alike. The Trailblazer Meeting Room seats up to 30, ideal for large holiday gatherings. For mid-size parties, the Collaborator and Game Changer Meeting Rooms each seat up to 8 guests. For more intimate events, the Innovator Meeting Room seats up to 4 guests per room. Events and weekend rates may vary.

Seasonal Discounts First-time users can enjoy a 15% discount on any rental. Guests must mention the phrase “It’s the Season” to redeem the offer. Space fills quickly during the holiday season. Contact The 5th Floor today to check availability, discuss catering options, and reserve the perfect space for your celebration.

Hosting a party is easier when the food takes care of itself. The 5th Floor offers a variety of catering options For office rental and catering inquiries, please contact at Avalon Park with a variety of local vendors and info@the5thfloororlando.com. cuisines.

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WORK Local Roots, Better Healthcare: How Inara Medicine Primary Care is Bringing Care Back Home Healthcare shouldn’t be complicated, frustrating, or financially overwhelming. If you have ever waited weeks for a doctor’s appointment, sat for hours in an urgent care lobby, or opened a surprise medical bill, you know how broken the traditional system can feel. I founded Inara Medicine to change that—right here in our own backyard. Named after my daughter, Inara (which means “ray of light”), our clinic was born out of personal experience. After my daughter was born, my wife and I were hit with an astronomical stack of unexpected medical bills. I knew right then that our community deserved a direct, honest, and personal relationship with a doctor without the fear of hidden costs.

-Massive Savings: Deeply discounted rates on labs, imaging, and prescription medications compared to typical health system markups. -In-Office Care: Affordable procedures including biopsies, joint injections, and Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT). -Traditional Medicare & Home Visits: We welcome patients with TRADITIONAL Medicare (not Medicare Advantage plans)—and we even offer home visits so you can receive quality care right in the comfort of your house! -HSA Friendly: Fully compatible with Health Savings Accounts (HSA).

As a locally owned practice, we are proud to put down deep roots in the area. A handful of our neighborhood residents from the Avalon Community have already established care with us, sharing how refreshing it is to have high-quality healthcare just a few steps from their front door. Instead of driving across town and paying expensive co-pays at urgent care clinics for minor illnesses or routine care, our local members love the convenience of walking to their appointments—and the significant savings that come with it. We are honored to grow our roots alongside this community and bring clarity back to medicine. If you’re ready for a simpler, more Inara Medicine operates on a Direct Primary Care model, putting affordable healthcare experience right around the corner, give us the focus strictly back where it belongs: on the patient. For a clear, a call or text today. Your only regret will be not joining us sooner! simple membership, our practice offers: Our mission is putting your health first and keeping money where it belongs: in your pocket. -Direct Access: Communicate directly with your doctor via call, text, or in-person visits—without navigating middleman phone Contact Us: trees. - Call or Text: 407-900-9770 -Transparent Pricing: No surprise bills, co-pays, or hidden insurance - Website: www.inaramedicine.com fees. Ever. - Location: 3680 Avalon Park East Blvd, Ste 200, Orlando, FL 32828

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ARTS & CULTURE CORNER Fall Events at the ACC Welcome October with new activities at the To celebrate Oktoberfest, the Art Center ACC. Start this autumn with a new roster has partnered with Confetterie to bring of classes and workshops for the whole Oktobercraft, where participants will family. learn how to make felt flowers for fall décor. Confetterie owner Arielle Lindsey Paint for a cause specializes in bringing craft activations to all kinds of events, from drag craft nights Art offers more than creative expression. to a recent activation booth at the Orlando For individuals living with Alzheimer’s Weekly Awards. The Art Center is excited and other forms of dementia, art projects to bring this activation to Oktoberfest. can create a sense of accomplishment and purpose, giving both the person Tickets are now live at Lemesto.com with dementia and their caregivers an opportunity to express themselves. Follow @Confetterie on Instagram for the latest updates on events and crafts at On September 24th, the ACC hosted a kickoff Avalon Park. event for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Founder’s Square, welcoming the Single-class workshops are one of many community to celebrate the launch of the offerings this fall. For adults, join Monica Official Avalon Park Walk Team. Guests Diaz for her 4-week Abstract Impressionism enjoyed purple cocktails for a cause, painting series, where students will learn strolled through a purple-lit Downtown experimental art techniques to push their Avalon Park, and connected with neighbors creative boundaries. For the littles, join ahead of this year’s fundraising efforts. Wonder Arte’s Art Club every Wednesday The evening set the tone for a season of from 5:00 to 6:15 PM, where kids will community support leading up to The explore a variety of artistic techniques, Walk to End Alzheimer’s on October 3rd including screen printing, textiles, painting, at Lake Eola. and drawing. Registration is now live for single classes or 4-week sessions. For more Join team Avalon Park today at act.alz.org information, please reach out to info@ avalonartcenter.com This month, the Avalon Park Arts Center is raising funds for the Walk to Call To Artists End Alzheimer’s. The ACC invites the community to a Sip & Paint night throughout Coming up this October: One Rule. This October. Tickets are $35 per person and show features artwork that follows one include materials and a complimentary rule, one composition, or a monochrome glass of wine, kindly donated by Avalon palette. Submissions open from October Park General. 12th through the 19th, with selected work on view from October 19th through Follow @AvalonParkArts on Instagram for November 15th. upcoming dates. To submit artwork for upcoming shows, Fall Classes at the Art Center fill out the Artist Application Form.

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Business Directory BANKING Fairwinds Credit Union 12800 Tanja King Blvd. 407-515-3054 Fairwinds.org Trustco Bank 3662 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 101 407-380-2264 TrustcoBank.com

DINING A-AKI Sushi & Steakhouse 3680 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 100 (407) 282-8488 aakiavalon.com Almafi 12001 Avalon Lake Drive, Ste. A almafiavalonpark.com Avalon Pockets 3564 Avalon Park E Blvd. #2 Avalon-Pockets.com Bamboo Wok 3464 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 105 407-282-9399 Bowigens Beer Co. Marketplace, Ste. 120 3801 Avalon Park East Blvd. bowigens.com Cafe Coqui 3819 Avalon Park E Blvd. 407-459-6762 cafecoquiorlando.com Chabuca Avalon Park 12001 Avalon Lake Drice, Ste. H chabucacuisine.com Cheese To Share Marketplace, Ste. 150 3801 Avalon Park E Blvd. facebook.com/cheesetoshare/ Ferratti’s Artisan Pizza and Pasta Marketplace 3801 Avalon Park E Blvd. Mangia Avalon Park 3831 Avalon Park E Blvd. mangiavalonpark.com Marketplace At Avalon Park 3801 Avalon Park E Blvd. (407) 730-3515 MarketplaceAtAvalonPark.com Nuno’s Cafe 12001 Avalon Lake Dr. Ste. E 407930-3080 nunoscafe.com Oh So Sweet Avalon Marketplace 3801 Avalon Park E Blvd. Pepe’s Cantina Express 3801 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 100 pepescantina.com Pesaro’s Pizzeria & Ristorante 3464 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 108 407-286-5968 pesarosavalonpark.com Pizza Hut 3662 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 102 407-282-4999 pizzahut.com Pho Akaushi 3891 Avalon Park E Blvd. 321-270-8888 Restō Argentinian Kitchen Marketplace 3801 Avalon Park E Blvd.

restourbankitchen.com Satori Sushi and Snow Ice Marketplace 3801 Avalon Park E Blvd. satorisushisnowice@gmail.com South Philly Steaks 12001 Avalon Lake Dr. Ste. B 407988-3400 southphillysteaksorlando.com Subway 3548 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 2 407-382-6218 subway.com The Bakery Colombian Cafe 13001 Founder’s Sq Dr. Ste. 100 BakeryColombianCafe.com The Blackhawk Social Club 12001 Avalon Lake Drive, Ste. F 321-247-5009 blackhawksocialclub.com

407-658-0103 elitedentistry.com Ellie Mental Health 3680 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 301 elliementalhealth.com F45 Training 12001 Avalon Lake Dr. Ste. C 407-454-6323 f45training.com/avalonpark/ home Inara Medicine 3680 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste 200 407-900-9770 inaramedicine.com Mindscope Clinic 3680 Avalon Park E Blvd, Ste 203 321-340-3038 mindscopeclinic.com

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Morenos’s Medical Centers 13000 Avalon Lake Dr, Ste 100 407-7852030 morenosmedicalcenters.com

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NeuroRestorative 3701 Avalon Park W Blvd.Ste. 100 321-354-0023 neurorestorative.com

AdventHealth Family & Internal Medicine at Avalon Park 3701 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 205 407-303-6285 AdventHealth.com

Orlando Counseling Specialists Nancy Johnson, MA, LMHC 3662 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 2021 321-430-8671

AMP Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery 3861 Avalon Park E Blvd.

Orlando Health Physician Associates 3464 Avalon Park E Blvd. 407-635-3434

A New Path Counseling Tanja Alvarado 3662 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 2021 407-902-9250 anewpathcounsel.com Avalon Park Eye Care 12001 Avalon Lake Dr. Ste. J 407-567-9955 avalonparkeyecare.com Avalon Park Gym & Wellness Center 12001 Avalon Lake Dr. Ste. M-P 407-988-3884 avalonparkgym.com Avalon Family Vet 3520 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 3 407-275-3430 avalonfamilyvet.com Avalon Woman’s Health Center 3718 Avalon Park E Blvd. 407-453-2072 womanshealthcenters.com/avalon-park BellaSmiles Orthodontics 12001 Avalon Lake Dr. Ste. K 407.680-3197 bellasmilesortho.com CVS Pharmacy 13000 Tanja King Blvd. 407-273-7618 cvs.com Delphini Solutions Psychology Elaine D. Kring, Ph.D., LMHC, NCC 3662 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 2028 321-947-8170 delphini-solutions-psychology. square.site/ Elite Dentistry 13000 Avalon Lake Dr. Ste. 201

Paving the Way Foundation 3680 Avalon Park E Blvd, Ste 230 pavingthewayfoundation.org Sage Dental of Avalon Park 12990 Tanja King Blvd. 407-499-8647 mysagedental.com Stone Crossing Dental Care 3502 Avalon Park W Blvd. 407-374-2480 dentalcareatavalonpark.com Sunshine Ankle & Foot Experts 3701 Avalon Park W Blvd. Ste. 225 (407) 863-3655 sunshineankleandfoot.com Therapy Essentials Inc. 12930 Tanja King Blvd. 407-249-3344 tetherapy.com The Skin Attic 3680 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 300 theskinattic.com Total Life Counseling 3680 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 210 407-447-7600 totallifecounseling.com/east-orlando

LEARNING All-Star Dance Company 12001 Avalon Lake Dr. Ste. D 407-278-9329 allstardancecompany.com Avalon Driving School 3801 Avalon Park East Blvd. 2nd floor, Ste. 530 www.avalondriving.com

Avalon Elementary School 13500 Tanja King Blvd. 407-207-3825 avalones.ocps.net Avalon Middle School 13914 Mailer Blvd. 407-207-7839 avalonmiddle.ocps.net Avalon Park Kids R Kids 12881 Tanja King Blvd. 407-306-9035 kidsrkidsorlando.com Avalon School of Music 12946 Tanja King Blvd. 407-770-0323 avalonschoolofmusic.com Championship Martial Arts 3662 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 104 407-275-1700 championshipma.com Creative World School 3625 Avalon Park W Blvd. 407-275-0000 creativeworldschool.com Engenius Learning of Avalon Park 3714 Avalon Park E Blvd 844-564-3648 engeniuslearning.com Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Orlando 3873 Avalon Park E Blvd. 407-990-2907 gjjorlando.com International Home Education Inc. 12001 Avalon Lake Drive, Ste E1 407-205-8445 inthomeeducation.com Orange Technical College 2201 South Crown Hill Blvd. 407-622-2900 orangetechcollege.net Pinecrest Academy 13993 Mailer Blvd. 407-432-5441 pinecrestavalonk5.com Primrose School 13461 Tanja King Blvd. 407-737-1500 primroseavalonpark.com Simply Speaking 3564 Avalon Park E Blvd. 407-737-2023 simplyspeakingcentralflorida.com Stone Lakes Elementary 15200 Stoneybrook Blvd. 407-207-7793 stonelakeses.ocps.net Timber Creek High School 1001 Avalon Park Blvd. 321-235-7800 tchs.ocps.net

SCAN FOR ONLINE DIRECTORY

COMMUNITY LIVING Avalon Park Property Owners Association 13401 Tanja King Blvd. 407-249-9395 avalonmanager@lelandmanagement.com AvalonParkPOA.com Encore at Avalon Park Assisted Living and Memory Care 13798 Cygnus Dr. 407-270-7500 EncoreAtAvalonPark.com Millenium Realty Group Inc 4031 Avalon Park E Blvd. 407-277-1400 milleniumrealtygroup.com

407-914-6583 avalonfuneralservices.com Avalon Park Group 3801 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 400 407-658-6565 avalonparkgroup.com Avalon Park Cleaners 3588 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. B201A 407-277-3335 AvalonParkCleaners.com Cage Fitness 3662 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 201 877-650-2243 cagefitness.com

Integrity International Brokers 3801 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 212 407-408-0176 Int-Brokers.com Just Blade Barbershop 3726 Avalon Park E Blvd. 407-930-6636 Kossina Creative Photography 3680 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 220 407-310-3447 KossinaCreative.com Let’s Roof 3680 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 350 letsroofusa.com

Parkside at Avalon Park 13300 Tanja King Blvd. Ste. 122 407-866-1015 ParksideAtAvalonPark.com

Captivea USA 4031 Avalon Park E Blvd. 407-982-7007 captivea.com

Level Up Automation 3801 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 310 LevelUpAutomationFlorida.com

RC Realty Group 3662 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 2070 407-309-9155

Central Nails Avalon Park 3548 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 1 407-275-2300

RE/MAX Innovation 3742 Avalon Park E Blvd. 407-281-1053

Cognitive Performance Group 3662 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 205 407-282-4433 cpg-online.com

Mad Barbers Avalon Park 3564 Avalon Park E Blvd, Ste. 3 407-270-8286 themadbarbers.org

Selective Realty Group 3801 Avalon Park E Blvd, Ste. 200 407-627-1727 SelectiveRealtyGroup.com Stanley Martin Homes 12741 Avalon Lake Drive 407-442-9169

Complete Pools 3588 Avalon Park E Blvd. 407-704-1285 complete-pools.com

The Flats at Avalon Park 12001 Avalon Lake Drive, Ste . L 407-273-4337 theflatsatavalonpark.com

CPA Solutions 3801 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 350A 407-650-9088 mycpasolutions.com

Top Florida Homes 12950 Tanja King Blvd. 321-287-3913 TopFloridaHomes.com

DBSS, Inc. 3662 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 2072 321-251-6006 dbssinc.com

NON-PROFIT

Definitive Beauty Med & Wellness Spa 3720 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 301 407-319-5378

Avalon Park Foundation 3801 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 400 407-658-6565 AvalonParkFoundation.org Avalon Park Arts & Culture Center (APGF) 13013 Founder’s Square Dr. Goodwill Donation Xpress 3520 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 4-5 407-857-0659 goodwillcfl.org L.O.V.E. Our Youth, Inc. 13013 Founder’s Square Drive 321-252-8002 loveouryouth.org Non-Profit Enthusiast 13000 Avalon Lake Dr. Ste. 207 (833) 959-7446 nonprofitenthusiast.com We the Women Movement 3280 Avalon Park East Blvd, Ste. 201 407-694-7641 wethewomanmovement.com

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Adaptive Consulting Engineers 12922 Tanja King Blvd. 407-506-5593 adaptivece.com

Diana Gonzalez, LLC 13000 Avalon Lake Dr. Ste. 302 Dolce E Luce Beauty Salon 12926 Tanja King Blvd. 407-451-7828 info@dolceelucesalon.com EA Insurance 12001 Avalon Lake Dr. Ste. I eainsurances.com Eye Create Her 3855 Avalon Park E Blvd eyecreateher.com Fairway Independent Mortgage Ashley Thalmueller 12938 Tanja King Blvd. 407-469-5052 ashleythalmuellermortgage.com Florida Merchant Services 3662 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 206 888-490-7480 floridamerchant1.com Fluttering Shutters Photography 3730 Avalon Park E Blvd 321-278-8408 flutteringshuttersphotography. com

McQuantum Funding 13000 Avalon Lake Dr. Ste. 303 mcquantumfunding.com Milton Figueroa Law, PA 3680 Avalon Park E Blvd, Ste. 303 (407) 745-0893 mjfpa.com Nails Spa Avalon Park 3662 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste.105 407-249-4060 NT Avalon 12001 Avalon Lake Dr. Ste. L NY Barber Shop II 3662 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 103 407-412-6900 Orlando Divorce Planning 3801 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 350 407-707-9020 OrlandoDivorcePlanning.com Patricia P. Barber, M.S. 3662 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 2026 407-767-8854 patriciapbarber.com

Vanguard Leadership Institute 3662 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 208 407-227-1384 Vision Development & Management 12954 Tanja King Blvd. visiondandm.com The White Agency, Inc. 12954 Tanja King Blvd. 407-401-7095 thewhiteagencyinc.com Yard 3 Technologies 3662 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 2024 877-823-0342 yard3.com 100 Units 12934 Tanja King Blvd. 321-388-4394 100units.com 4K Wellness 3680 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 310 4kwellness.com

SHOPPING & ENTERTAINMENT Avalon General Store 3801 Avalon Park E Blvd. AvalonGeneral.com Avalon Liquor 3588 Avalon Park Blvd. Ste. 3 407-250-4847 Avalon Park Arts & Culture Center 13013 Founders Square Dr. AvalonArtsCenter.com Avalon Park Jewelers 3710 Avalon Park E Blvd. 321-235-5553 avalonparkjewelers.com Freehand Goods 3801 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 145 freehandgoods.com

Pinoy Hair Studio Salon 12934 Tanja King Blvd (609) 665-6499 pinoyhairstudiosalon.com

Publix 3400 Avalon Park E Blvd. (407) 277-1043 publix.com

Polo Floors & Polo Palm Paint 3742 Avalon Park E Blvd. 407-988-3361 polohomeimprovement.com

The Flowers Bouquet AP 3680 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 115 407-371-0860 flowersbouquetandmorefl.com

Quantified Design Solutions 13000 Avalon Lake Dr. Ste. 205 quantifieddesign.com

Theory Bridal House 3680 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 120 407-490-5118 theorybridalhouse.com

Raymond James 3801 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 350B 407-278-5051 OrlandoAdvisors.com Rosenthal Meyer PLLC 3801 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 300 407-504-9725 RosenthalMeyer.com Safe Harbor Counseling & Advocacy 3680 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 302 safeharborfl.com Servpro 13000 Avalon Lake Dr. Ste. 208

Avalon Insurance Services 13013 Michael Callin Alley 407-308-0962 avaloninsuranceservices.com

Groom Grub Belly Rub 3702 Avalon Park E Blvd. 407-277-7387 groomgrub.com

Solymar Travel 13001 Founder’s Sq. Ste. 150 407-203-5000 SolymarTravels.com

Avalon Mail Center 3564 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. B204 407-482-0662 AvalonMailCenter.com

Ingenium Staffing 13000 Avalon Lake Dr. Ste. 301

The Apartment King 12934 Tanja King Blvd. 321-275-5464 theaptking.com

Avalon Park Funeral and Cremation Services 3680 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 330

The Ruggieri Law Firm, P.A. 13000 Avalon Lake Dr. Ste. 305 407-395-4766 ruggierilawfirm.com

Partner Claim Services 3680 Avalon Park E Blvd, Ste 206 partnerclaims.com

Goosehead Insurance 3680 Avalon Park E Blvd, Ste 205

In Style Hair, Nails & Day Spa 3843 Avalon Park E Blvd. 407-736-1278 instylehairorlando.com

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The 5th Floor Orlando 3801 Avalon Park E Blvd. Ste. 200 407-730-3493

SPIRITUAL CENTERS Avalon Church 13460 Tanja King Blvd. 407-275-5499 AvalonChurch.org CrossLife Church East 13000 Avalon Lake Dr. Ste. 301 CrossLifeEast.com

COMMUNITY

Avalon Park Jewelers: 15 Years of Growing With the Community Presented by the Rotary Club of Avalon Park

Tiffany Live on social media. What began as a way to stay connected with local customers expanded For 15 years, Avalon Park Jewelers has been more the store’s reach nationwide, with customers now than a jewelry store. It has been part of the Avalon in almost every state. Despite that growth, Avalon Park community. Park remains at the heart of the business. Owner Tiffany Bayley, a gemologist, has built the business around honesty, integrity and personal service. With two full-time bench jewelers on staff, Avalon Park Jewelers offers custom jewelry design, fabrication, repairs, cleaning and polishing, all performed by experienced professionals right in the store.

“The community is the reason why our doors are still open. It’s everything.”

Tiffany and her team have also continually supported local initiatives, including Rotary’s Wine Walks, Poker Tournament and other community projects. The Rotary Club of Avalon Park is proud to recognize Avalon Park Jewelers as Tiffany chose Avalon Park because she wanted our first Business of the Month and thank Tiffany to be part of a close-knit community where her and her team for 15 years of service, generosity business could grow alongside its residents. Fifteen and commitment to our community. years later, she still considers that one of her best decisions. Make sure to be part of their next big event! Grab a seat to the Shop with Tiffany Live Birthday Bash on When COVID changed the way businesses October 21st. https://www.shopwithtiffanylive. operated, Tiffany adapted by launching Shop with com/products/swtl-birthday-bash