EVENTS thought leaders in an array of disciplines. WPI begins its eighth season on Sept. 16 at the college’s Warden Arena with Leymah Gwobee, a Liberian peace activist and co-winner of the 2011 Nobel Peace Prize. All programs are free and open to the public. No tickets are required. Parking is available in the SunTrust parking garage, 166 E. Lyman Ave. 407-691-1995. winterparkinstitute.org.
MARKETS Maitland Farmers’ Market. This year-round, open-air market — held each Sunday from 9 a.m.to 2 p.m. — features fresh produce, seafood, breads and cheeses along with plants, all-natural skin-care products and live music provided by the Performing Arts of Maitland. The setting on Lake Lily boasts a serene boardwalk, jogging trails and a playground as well as picnic areas. 701 Lake Lily Drive. itsmymaitland.com. Winter Park Farmers’ Market. The region’s busiest and arguably most popular farmers’ market is held every Saturday, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the old railroad depot that houses the Winter Park History Museum. The open-air extravaganza offers fine baked goods, produce, plants, honey, cheese, meat, flowers, crafts and other specialty items. After shopping, make a morning of it with a stroll along nearby Park Avenue. Dogs are welcome to bring their people. 200 W. New England Ave. cityofwinterpark.org. Park to Market. This mini-version of Winter Park’s Saturday Farmers’ Market is held on the first Tuesday (11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.) and the first Thursday (4:30 to 6:30 p.m.) of each month in Hannibal Square’s Shady Park. It’s basically one big food truck stocked with fresh fruits and vegetables. Summer dates are July 2, July 7, Aug. 4, Aug. 6, Sept. 1 and Sept. 3. 407-599-3334. cityofwinterpark.org.
MUSIC Music at the Casa. The Casa Feliz Historic Home Museum regularly presents Sunday afternoon acoustic performances, from noon to 3 p.m., in the home’s intimate main parlor. Upcoming performers include the Late fer Dinner Bluegrass Band on July 5, flutist Shannon Caine on July 12, violinist Amy Xaychaleune on Aug. 2, sax and flute soloist Tres Longwell on Aug 9, vocalist Shirley Wang on Aug. 16 and harpist Christine MacPhail on Aug. 23. The museum will be closed for annual maintenance the last two Sundays in July. Admission is free. 656 N. Park Ave. (adjacent to the Winter Park Country Club golf course). 407-628-8200. casafeliz.us.
EVENTS Old-Fashioned Fourth of July. Winter Park’s 19th annual celebration of the nation’s birthday, which runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Central Park, kicks off with a children’s bicycle parade. The Norman Rockwellian commemoration also features live patriotic music by the Bach Festival Brass Band and the Bach Festival Choir. In addition there’ll be horse-drawn wagon rides, a performance by the Orlando Cloggers and music from the Rockin’ Roadster Road Show, which features a DJ playing tunes from the driver’s seat of a tricked-out 1929 Model A with a killer sound system. 407-646-2182. bachfestivalflorida.org. Summer Sidewalk Sale. Participating businesses on Park Avenue and Hannibal Square join forces to offer sales with discounts up to 75 percent off regular prices. This terribly tempting shopping spectacular runs July 9 through 12 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 407-644-8281. experienceparkavenue.com. 3rd Annual Luau by the Pool. This family-friendly event, sponsored by the City of Winter Park and set for Aug. 15, celebrates the end of the summer season (a bit early, perhaps). Featuring games, contests and lots of splashy
fun, it runs from 1 to 4 p.m. Admission is free. Rachel D. Murrah Civic Center, 1050 W. Morse Blvd. 407-599-3275. cityofwinterpark.org.
ISSUES CoffeeTalk. The free monthly gatherings, sponsored by the City of Winter Park, offer the opportunity to discuss issues and concerns with top city officials, with coffee supplied by Barnie’s Coffee Kitchen. Upcoming guests include Commissioner Greg Seidel on July 9, Commissioner Sarah Sprinkel on Aug. 13 and Commissioner Carolyn Cooper on Sept. 30. The confabs begin at 8 a.m. Winter Park Welcome Center, 151 W. Lyman Ave. 407-644-8281. cityofwinterpark.org.
BUSINESS Good Morning Winter Park. Hosted by the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, these monthly gatherings attract attendees who enjoy coffee and conversation covering an array of community issues. Events are typically held the second Friday of each month. Upcoming dates include July 10, with Central Florida Community Arts; Aug. 14, with officials from Winter Park Memorial Hospital; and Sept. 11, with representatives from the Metro Orlando Economic Development Commission. Networking begins at 7:45 a.m. and the program begins at 8:15 a.m. Admission is free, and a complimentary continental breakfast is served. Winter Park Welcome Center, 151 W. Lyman Ave. 407-644-8281. winterpark.org. A Salute to Business: Celebrating the Legacy of Business in Winter Park. The Winter Park Chamber of Commerce salutes the city’s longest-tenured small businesses on July 23 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Rachel D. Murrah Civic Center. With hors d’oeuvres, drinks and live entertainment, the event celebrates local businesses that have remained in operation for 25 years or longer. Free for chamber members, $10 for guests. 1050 W. Morse Blvd. 407-644-8281. winterpark.org. Winter Park Executive Women. Hosted by the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, these monthly lunchtime gatherings offer networking opportunities and feature guest speakers who address topics related to leadership development, business growth and local initiatives of special interest to women. Events are typically held the first Monday of each month, although nothing is scheduled for July. The program for Aug. 3 is a panel discussion on Winter Park history. Because the first Monday of September is Labor Day, the following program is slated for Sept. 14 and will feature a panel of female executives from Orlando Health. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m. with lunch and program at noon. Admission is $20 for members, $25 for nonmembers; reservations required. Winter Park Welcome Center, 151 W. Lyman Ave. 407-644-8281. winterpark.org. Small Business Education Series: Hosted by the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce and the Small Business Resource Network, these free monthly events feature speakers and panels focused on growing and sustaining small businesses. Although nothing is scheduled for July, a small-business resources panel with representatives from SCORE Orlando, the Small Business Development Center and the Winter Park Public Library will be on Aug. 21. Winter Park Welcome Center, 151 W. Lyman Ave. 407-644-8281. winterpark.org. Business After Hours. Sponsored by the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, these gatherings offer members and prospective members a chance to network and learn more about the local businesses that serve as hosts. Appetizers and beverages are served. Events are typically held the third Thursday of each month, although there’ll be a hiatus in July and August. The schedule resumes on Sept. 17 at Park Plaza Gardens, 319 S. Park Ave. Hours are 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and admission is $5 for chamber members, $15 for non-members. 407-644-8281. winterpark.org.
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