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YOUR TOWN HISTORY LESSON

Attention history buffs: Dr. Ken Hanson, author and associate professor at the University of Central Florida’s Judaic Studies Program, will host a lecture at 10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 18, at the University Club of Winter Park, 841 N. Park Ave., Winter Park.

Hanson will explore how the political lessons of the judges of ancient Israel have meaning today. Non-members are welcome.

For more information, call (407) 644-6149 or visit uclubwp.org.

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Bishop Moore keeps trophy The Hornets bested the Edgewater Eagles in the 2017 Battle of College Park. 7.

Adventure of a Lifetime

HERE’S HOW TO HELP HOUSTON Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is accepting non-perishable food donations specifically for Texas flood-relief efforts.

As part of the Feeding America Network, Second Harvest and other food banks across the country are ready to support the recovery phase of the flooding caused

by Hurricane Harvey.

Although the needs of the victims are many, Second Harvest can accept only donations of non-perishable foods. Furniture, clothing and other household items cannot be donated through the food bank.

For more information, visit feedhopenow.org.

Maitland couple Mike and Kellie Shellenberger won a trip to Vanuatu — to search for buried treasure. SEE PAGE 4.

Mike and Kellie Shellenberger took the trip of a lifetime — all thanks an online competition they found on Facebook.

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Maitland leaders place moratorium on dispensaries Although other municipalities approved bans, the City Council opted for a wait-and-see approach.

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Brookshire Elementary students celebrated the new school year with a movie night. SEE PAGE 6.

Medical marijuana dispensaries won’t be coming to Maitland any time soon, after the city approved of a 180-day moratorium on the facilities.

During the Aug. 28 meeting, the Maitland City Council decided unanimously the best way to address the passing of Amend-

ment 2 — a bill signed by Gov. Rick Scott that legalized medical marijuana — is to put a hold on possible dispensaries.

The city had three options to consider: allow dispensaries into the city and regulate them like pharmacies; an outright ban on the facilities; or a moratorium.

Ultimately, the council decided SEE MAITLAND PAGE 4

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SATURDAY, SEPT. 2

TUESDAY, SEPT. 12

ANNUAL RUMMAGE SALE 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 2, at the Woman’s Club of Winter Park, 419 S. Interlachen Ave., Winter Park. Find locally donated items, including clothing, home/kitchen items and more. Proceeds will be used for charitable giving. A bake sale will open at 9 a.m., and lunch will be available from George’s Gourmet to Go. For more information, call (407) 644-2237.

WINTER PARK INSTITUTE SPEAKER SERIES: JON MEACHAM 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12, at Knowles Memorial Chapel, 1000 Holt Ave., Winter Park. Presidential historian, Pulitzer Prize-winner and contributor to “TIME” and “The New York Times Book Review,” Jon Meacham is one of America’s most prominent public intellectuals. (407) 646-2559.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 14

TUESDAY, SEPT. 5

CINEMA ESSENTIALS AT THE UNIVERSITY CLUB OF WINTER PARK 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 5, at the University Club of Winter Park, 841 North Park Ave., Winter Park. “Quartet” is a 2012 British comedy-drama film. It is Dustin Hoffman’s directorial debut showcasing some of the best in British acting with a witty and thought-provoking dialogue in combination with impeccable writing all adding up to a superlative movie.

“Quartet” tells the story of a group of retired classically trained musicians living together in a palatial retirement home in England. For more information, call (407) 644-6149 or visit uclubwp.org

SATURDAY, SEPT. 9

BASH FOR BOOKS 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, at the Rachel D. Murrah Civic Center, 1050 W. Morse Blvd., Winter Park. Saddle up and head west (west Winter Park, that is) to a party and auction to benefit the Winter Park Public Library. Belly up to the bar, enjoy excellent vittles and bid in the auctions to help the WPPL strike gold. For more information, call (407) 623-3486 or (407) 599-3341

SUNDAY, SEPT. 10

CENTRAL FLORIDA WATERCOLOR SOCIETY MEETING 1:30 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10, at the Germaine-Marvel Building at Art & History Museums Maitland, 210 W. Packwood Ave., Maitland. The general meeting, titled “What I did This Summer,” encourages members to bring a painting for show and tell. For more information, visit centralfloridawatercolor.org.

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POPCORN FLICKS IN THE PARK 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, at the Central Park main stage at Park and Garfield avenues, Winter Park. This film series features classic films for the whole family. Bring a blanket, a picnic and some family and friends and come see a viewing of “The Spy Who Loved Me.” Free popcorn for everyone. Call (407) 6290054.

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COFFEETALK FEATURING COMMISSIONER SARAH SPRINKEL 8 to 9 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, at the Winter Park Welcome Center, 151 W. Lyman Ave., Winter Park. If you have a latté beans to grind or you simply want to espresso your thoughts, CoffeeTalk may be the cup for you. This free, popular CoffeeTalk series gives the community an opportunity to sit down and talk with the mayor, city commissioners and city manager over a cup of coffee provided

by Barnie’s Coffee Kitchen. For more information, call (407) 644-8281.

‘LIFE COULD BE A DREAM’ Thursday, Sept. 14 through Sunday, Oct. 8 at the Winter Park Playhouse, 711 Orange Ave., Suite C, Winter Park. Enjoy an upbeat musical comedy about Denny and the Dreamers, a doo-wop singing group preparing to enter the Big Whopper Radio contest to help them realize their dream of making it big. Featuring a score of classic ’60s hits, including “Fools Fall in Love,” “Tears on My Pillow,” “Runaround Sue,” “Earth Angel,” “Unchained Melody,” “The Glory of Love” and more. For showtimes, call (407) 645-0145.

LIFE IN A CULT: HOW I LIVED AND HOW I ESCAPED 7 to 8:39 p.m. Thursday, Sept.

14, at the Winter Park Public Library, 460 E. New England Ave.,Winter Park. Author and Winter Park resident Charlene Edge will tell her story of the 17 years she spent in a fundamentalist cult. Her new memoir, “Undertow: My Escape from the Fundamentalism and Cult Control of The Way International,”

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Reeves running for Florida House District 47 Winter Park Republican Stockton Reeves will pursue the soon-to-be vacant District 47 seat.

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You don’t know who’s arguing with whom. You don’t know what the situation is, but you’ve got to quickly figure that out. Those are real-life situations where training plays a very critical role in helping firefighters and officers understand the situation, read the situation correctly and then apply the appropriate action.”

Another key issue for Reeves is clean energy and water research and advancement in Florida.

“Florida should be the leader in alternative energies, particularly in photovoltaics and solar, because A: We are the Sunshine State; and B: We already have the infrastructure in place,” he said. “We have skilled people and engineers graduating from UCF, Rollins, UF and FSU. We have all the things right there in place, but nobody has ever taken it and drawn with a pencil a line from point A to point B to point C to point D.” Reeves rounds out his top priorities with a focus on the environment — preserving Florida’s lakes and waterways. He’d also like to see the state connect its trails into a long, continuous Florida Trail.

“I have an innate appreciation for the environment of my state and my home,” Reeves said.

“Unlike the Appalachian Trail, which has a starting point and end point, the Florida Trail has a starting point in South Florida and an ending point in the Panhandle but there are entire stretches of land where it doesn’t connect.

“I would like to think the third thing would be to push the state of

“You’ve got a conservative guy who believes in talking to people who aren’t conservatives. …

I just don’t fit into any mold.”

— Stockton Reeves

Florida, the counties and private entities so that we can connect and finish the Florida Trail, publicize it and make it so that people would come,” he said.

Reeves attended Lakemont Elementary, Glenridge Junior High and Winter Park High.

He served on numerous public boards, including the Winter Park Board of Adjustments, the Board of Trustees for the Maitland Art Center and the Winter Park Housing Authority. He’ll be running against Democrat Anna Eskamani for the District 47 seat, but said as a representative he would ignore the party affiliations.

“I don’t come out of Central Casting in Hollywood,” Reeves said. “You can’t pigeon-hole me into a caricature of what this political label is or what this ideology is.

The breadth and depth of my life experience transcends all of that.

You’ve got a conservative guy who believes in talking to people who aren’t conservatives. … I just don’t fit into any mold.”

There’s plenty of questions surrounding Winter Park’s new library/event center. What will it look like? What will it be called?

When will residents get to see the initial concept by worldrenowned architect David Adjaye?

Many of those questions will be answered soon, but in the meantime, Winter Park Mayor Steve Leary wants to help set the record straight.

Leary proposed implementing a library task force during the Aug. 28 City Commission meeting — putting an entity in place that would focus on communicating what’s happening with the project and advise the City Commission on both the library and the event center aspects.

The idea comes in the wake of rumors about the facility’s name, as well as numerous unofficial and official meetings of which the City Commission isn’t aware of, Leary said.

“I’m going to bring to you next week the idea of a task force to try and make sure the interests of the citizens are represented,” he said. “I know they are by staff, and I know they are by the library, but I want the individual parties to come together and make sure we’re all on the same page with this moving forward. I’m just trying to get a little structure. …

There needs to be a settling and organization to this.”

Other commissioners agreed the measure would be beneficial.

“If it’s to stop the rumor mill, that would be good,” City Commissioner Greg Seidel said.

Residents will be able to see Adjaye’s initial conceptual design at a public presentation to the City Commission at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27, at The Alfond Inn, 300 E. New England Ave., Winter Park.

BUDGET DISCUSSION

Commissioners also participated in an ongoing budget discussion. Seidel and Commissioner Carolyn Cooper proposed adding $100,000 to $150,000 to go toward smart traffic signal tech-

IN OTHER NEWS n Mayor Steve Leary proposed having a parking space outside City Hall specifically designated for recipients of the Purple Heart medal. The City Commission agreed to move forward with the idea. n The Business Recognition Award Q2 2017 was presented to DePrince, Race & Zollo Inc. n The Winter Park Historical Association gave its annual update.

nology at three intersections along Aloma Avenue.

“It took me 20 minutes to head down Aloma this morning,” Seidel said. “I don’t know if there was something going on, but it was packed. These signals could be smarter and tie in to the ITS system. It would have cut my time in half.”

Leary said he would support the idea but only if the commission finds money in the budget.

OKTOBERFEST EVENT OUT OF OPTIONS?

Commissioners also were approached during the meeting by representatives of Never Stand Alone, a nonprofit organization that brings awareness to college sexual violence.

Representatives came before the commission looking to gain approval for an Oktoberfest event set to take place Oct. 29 along two blocks of Park Avenue.

The request was made with the hope of overriding a decision made earlier by City Manager Randy Knight, who denied the event because of Park Avenue merchants complaining in the past about the closure of the street for events.

Knight offered the West Meadow area as an alternative, but the nonprofit was not interested, he said.

Commissioners agreed the event didn’t make sense on Park Avenue but instructed Knight to see if he could come up with another alternative.

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A Winter Parker who recently announced his candidacy for the Florida House’s District 47 seat is already gathering endorsements.

Republican Stockton Reeves filed for his candidacy following Rep. Mike Miller’s announcement that he will vacate his seat to run for Congress.

Reeves is the executive director of The Center for Public Safety — an organization located in Winter Park that focuses on research, planning and assistance for firstresponders in the process of obtaining new or expanded facilities.

“Mike Miller is my neighbor; he’s a friend of mine,” Reeves said.

“I was taking the kids and the wife on an airboat ride on the St. Johns River on a Monday when I got the call that he was going to leave that seat and run for another office.

“I thought about it and I looked at my wife, and Valerie said, ‘You’ve been wanting to do this.

You’ve been around politics all your life. This is a great opportunity, what are you going to do, wait until you’re 62 or 72?’”

Reeves has been working in the field of public safety since 1989, and he plans to bring that expertise to Tallahassee. Reeves said that, if elected, he would focus on establishing regional training facilities for law enforcement and fire departments.

The Center for Public Safety played a major role in helping the Orlando Police Department establish several cutting-edge facilities, including their 55-lane firing range — one of the most technologically advanced ranges in the country, Reeves said.

“So many places that we go to — police departments and fire departments — they don’t have the kinds of training facilities that they need in order for the men and women who work in public safety to be as fully trained as they could be or as they should be,” he said.

“Let’s say you roll up in a patrol car and there’s a group of people.

The new city-established group will protect interests of residents regarding upcoming MLK Park project.

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Couple claims treasure

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The thrill of adventure. The mystery of what’s lying beneath the sand. The excitement of discovery.

Imagine venturing off on a real-life treasure hunt. That’s the opportunity one Maitland couple won after winning the 2017 Brain Chase New Year’s Resolution Challenge earlier this year.

In July, Mike and Kellie Shellenberger were flown to the Pacific islands of Vanuatu, where they stayed in a treehouse, hiked the Mount Yasur volcano and followed clues to a buried treasure: a genuine gold nugget encased in a commemorative plaque.

“It’s this random island that we would never have gone to ourselves; I had never even heard of Vanuatu,” Kellie said. “It was all kind of surreal, because it was like, ‘Oh wow, we just won a trip to the South Pacific.’ It really just happened.”

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BRAIN CHASE

It all stemmed from a simple Facebook ad the family stumbled upon for Brain Chase, an educational, global treasure hunt based on completing learning challenges.

The games originally started as a way to keep students sharp during the summer. Children register in the online competition and fulfill a series of different reading, math and writing tasks each week, such as reading a book for 60 minutes or writing an essay.

After a challenge is complete, a short animated video is unlocked with clues hidden within. It could be a series letters, numbers or a phrase.

The main objective of the competition is gather those clues from week to week and pinpoint on a digital, global map — within a two-mile radius — where the secret treasure is hidden.

The first competitor to submit the correct answer wins an allexpense-paid trip for two to that location to dig up the treasure, along with a $10,000 scholarship.

It began as a fun, educational tool for Mike and Kellie’s three children. Like all great treasurehunting stories though, the family had no idea what kind of adventure was awaiting them.

“We bought it just because we like games and we like riddles

Mike and Kellie Shellenberger won a trip to the other side of the globe after winning the 2017 Brain Chase New Year’s Resolution Challenge.

and puzzles,” Mike said. “It was something fun that we could do together.”

The Brain Chase competitions became a family activity for the Shellenbergers, with Mike and Kellie helping their children gather the clues and trying to solve the mystery.

They came close multiple times to winning the treasure-hunting trip for their children but didn’t solve the riddles fast enough.

THE REAL TREASURE

Last Christmas, Mike surprised his wife with a version of the game for adults, which has a focus on New Year’s resolutions instead of completing classroom activities.

The competition, themed after silent films, ran through six weeks from January through February.

After completing their various resolution challenges and putting the clues together from the videos, Mike and Kellie placed a pin on Vanuatu, a group of islands west of Fiji.

A week after the competition ended, the couple received a call telling them they had won.

“We were freaking out,” Kellie said. “It was a relief. We’ve done the program before, so the way

“I feel like when we plan trips, it’s theme parks or places that all of these people on TripAdvisor have suggested because the food is good. Here, it’s adventure.”

— Kellie Shellenberger

that the clues worked, it felt right.

Everything clicked into place.”

It took the couple 32 hours to travel from Orlando to Tanna in the Vanuatu Islands, including a nine-hour layover in Fiji. The couple’s treehouse offered a view of the glowing opening of the Mount Yasur volcano.

“We would never have picked this for ourselves, but it’s that adventure,” Kellie said. “It was so neat, just once in a lifetime. I feel like when we plan trips, it’s theme parks or places that all of these people on TripAdvisor have suggested because the food is good.

Here, it’s adventure.”

Mike and Kellie eventually hunted down the treasure they had been seeking. A tour guide provided them with a starting point, which led to a series of clues and landmarks.

The couple eventually found a spot on a beach with a shovel in the ground, where they dug up their award plaque for winning the Brain Chase competition.

“It was like, ‘Wow, we just dug up a buried treasure in the South Pacific,’” Kellie said. “That’s awesome.”

A tagline behind the Brain Chase competition is that “learning is the real treasure,” and Mike and Kellie couldn’t agree more. The competition not only brought the family together but also made learning something fun for their three children.

“For my daughter, it’s the first time I really saw a spark in her of self-directed learning versus, ‘I’m just going to do my homework because it’s what I’m supposed to do,’” Kellie said. “Now she’s curious, she’s learning about research.

The learning and the family togetherness is the real treasure.”

a moratorium was the best option.

“We can see what is going to transpire (because) the legislative session started a little early this year,” said Assistant City Manager Mark Reggentin. “We can get a feel for what is going to happen here in committee meetings and adjust any regulation we want to do — or choose an outright ban based upon those decisions being made.”

The ordinance was introduced during the July 24 council meeting. It was moved forward and sent to the Planning and Zoning Commission — which held a public hearing Aug. 3 and voted unanimously to forward the proposed ordinance to the City Council.

Another reason for opting for a moratorium over a total ban comes from the unknown possibilities of legal challenges that could come from prohibiting the facilities altogether.

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n The council introduced an ordinance to modify Section 21-5 of the Maitland City Code regarding nonconforming structures relating to fences and walls. n Council members introduced an ordinance modifying Chapter 7.5 of the Maitland City Code to reflect development review process changes. n The council adopted a resolution establishing a rate of $9.60 per equivalent residential unit per month for environmental stormwater utility fees.

“Let me be clear: The moratorium doesn’t stop you from doing a ban,” said City Attorney Clifford Sheppard. “But the critical factor for the moratorium is — what y’all

are looking at as opposed to a ban — is whether or not there is a way to adjust your zoning category, because there is a real legitimate chance that this will be challenged — the whole idea of the ban.

“If you want to go with the ban, then cross your fingers that it lasts or survives court challenges,” he said.

Many municipalities around the area — including Winter Park — already have banned dispensaries within their city limits.

Now, the council will wait to decide whether to make another, more permanent decision.

“It will buy us some time,” said Mayor Dale McDonald. “It is complicated, and we don’t have answers yet.”

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At the end of the night’s agenda, the City Council approved a conceptual plan and budget for a new

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park that will be located next to City Hall.

However, members offered some suggestions. The biggest complaint was regarding the 20-foot-wide walkways in a few sections of the park, because they take up some of the park’s green space.

Concerns from the City Council will be taken into consideration, although GAI representatives reminded the council that the park was actually as much a venue for entertainment as anything, and with those wide sidewalks, it could host tents for different events.

The park itself also will feature a stage for different special events, a large fountain and plenty of trees for shade.

Construction of the new park will cost about $2.3 million, which will be solely funded by The Parks Trust Fund.

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THE SUNBURST ‘IMPERSONATORS’ TALENT SHOWCASE Imagine the fun of having Marilyn, Madonna, Elvis, Cher, Michael, Tina, Lucy, Lady Gaga, Bill Clinton and 100 other icons of the past and present gathered together in one ‘Celebrity’ Convention. That is exactly what you’ll see at the Sunburst Convention of Celebrity Impersonators at 1 p.m. at the Florida Hotel & Conference Center at The Florida Mall in Orlando. This year, we may attend the talent showcases and have our picture taken with our favorite “celebs.” Tickets are $25 or $20 online by visiting SunburstConvention.com.

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THROUGH SEPT. 10

‘THE AMISH PROJECT’ The Mad Cow Theater is founded on the belief that “Theater is a dynamic and powerful means of social understanding.” That belief is tested to the limit in Jessica Dickey’s “The Amish Project,” which begins with the headline, “Man Enters Amish School-house and Opens Fire.”

Actress Trenell Mooring conveys the emotions of all these people — men, women, and murderer; one actress plays all the roles. What Ms. Mooring — performing all the roles — must be seen to be believed.

Call (407) 297-8788 or visit madcowtheatre.com.

‘A CHORUS LINE’ I’ve seen some great productions on the “intimate” stage at the Breakthrough Theatre, and I am still in disbelief as to how Breakthrough handles the allsinging, all dancing “A Chorus Line.” I’ll keep it simple. “A Chorus Line” is among the greatest musicals of all time, and what Wade Hair and company have created is a small miracle. This up-close-and-personal performance is one powerhouse number after another, and the amazing cast gives you every note of the “Chorus Line” experience. As word gets out, this small theater will sell out at $12 to $20. Call (407) 920-4034 or visit breakthroughtheatre.com.

SEPT. 6 TO OCT. 8: ‘MAN OF LA MANCHA’ Having inspired audiences for decades, the Tony Award-winning musical “Man of La Mancha” opens the new season for Orlando Shakes, our brilliant Shakespeare company. From one of the greatest novels in Western literature, “Man of La Mancha” tells of the aging Don Quixote as his flights of fancy transform his dungeon home into a magical landscape of epic battles, majestic lords and ladies and a “glorious quest.” Featuring Broadway legend Davis Gaines performing the classic, “The Impossible Dream,” the musical is a glorious affirmation of the strength of the human spirit. Call (407) 447-1700 or visit orlandoshakes.org.

THROUGH NOV. 13

EPCOT INTERNATIONAL FOOD & WINE FEST The 2017 Epcot International Food & Wine Fest is bigger than ever, with 35 “Global Marketplace” food kiosks; the “Eat to the Beat Concert Series” offering live music daily; “Center Happenings,” with culinary demos, seminars and book signings from celebrity chefs; beverage tastings by expert

mixologists; signature breakfasts; and dancing and dining at the “Grand Tasting Events.”

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SEPT. 5 TO OCT. 22 DISNEY’S ‘NEWSIES THE MUSICAL’

this Disney musical tells of publishing guru Joseph Pulitzer raising the price of newspapers … at the newsboys’ expense.

Against all odds, one young leader rises up to help “the little guys” stand up and “seize the day.” For your thrilling dose of inspiration, call (407) 8967365 or visit orlandorep.com.

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‘JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR’ When Rob Winn Anderson brings the community together to produce a big musical at the Garden Theatre — it’s a touch of Broadway in Winter Garden.

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s awardwinning musical “Jesus Christ Superstar” is the brilliant rock opera that follows Christ during his last days on Earth with lyrics adapted from the Gospels. From Jesus’ meteoric rise to popularity to his crucifixion, this production is a moving testament to the humanity in all of us. Call (407) 877-4736 or visit gardentheatre.org.

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The Orlando REP proudly announces the opening of its new season as the first theater in the southeastern United States to present the Drama Desk and Tony Award-winning “Newsies the Musical.” Inspired by the real-life Newsboy Strike of 1899,

BACH, BRITTEN, BRAHMS & GAGA Enjoy an afternoon concert by the always-unique Baroque Chamber Orchestra of Maitland as it performs selections including “Bach’s Brandenburg No 3,” “Britten’s Dynamic Simple Symphony,” “Brahms Hungarian (Gypsy) Dance No. 6” and Lady Gaga’s “Bad Romance” (arranged in the style of a Bach fugue)! Admission is $10 at the door; performance begins at 4 p.m. at the Maitland Civic Center, 641 S. Maitland Ave. Call (321) 303-1404 or visit pamaitland.org.

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rookshire Elementary School welcomed the return of its students and families with a Back to School Dinner and a Movie event Friday, Aug. 18.

Families gathered to watch a free screening of “Sing” while eating food from The Crepe Company, The Big Hot Box and La Empanada food trucks.

— TIM FREED

Lisa and Aaron Watkins were spotted among the crowd waiting for the movie.

Above: Ken, Danny, Robert, Vanessa and Sophia Galen, 8, enjoyed the Brookshire event.

Right: Lisa Fareed, of The Crepe Company food truck, served up special S’mores crepes.

Stuart, Michele, Finley, 3, and Pierson Taylor, 6, grabbed some food from the The Big Hot Box food truck.

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Orangewood coach ready for season The Rams’ head coach has been on the sidelines for 42 years.

The Hornets proved to be too much for the Eagles in the 2017 Battle of College Park.

TIM FREED ASSOCIATE EDITOR

He’s headed into his 42nd year as a coach, but Bill Gierke is still going strong — and he’s ready for some football.

The head football coach of Orangewood Christian School is gearing up for his fifth year at the private school gridiron, hoping to lead the Rams to glory one win at a time.

It looks to be a promising year for the team, which is dressing 38 players and finally has a decent amount of depth to cushion the blow of injuries, Gierke said.

“This could be our best team at Orangewood,” he said. “We’ve got a lot of kids on the team, and I’ve never had more than 25. If we can keep them healthy, I think we have a chance to have a really good year.”

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he Battle of College Park trophy won’t be traveling anywhere this year, after the Bishop Moore Hornets (1-0) took out the Eagles of Edgewater (0-1) Aug. 25 to open the regular season.

The Hornets managed to run a balanced attack through the air and on the ground to help the boys in black and gold take down the Eagles 44-26 in a shootout.

Thanks to two running touchdowns from Trilion Coles and a 1-yard run from quarterback Keanu Kong, the Hornets found themselves up 21-0 in the first quarter before things got a bit hairy.

Like most of the night, the scoring for the Eagles came off of big plays.

Running back Isaiah Connelly broke through a hole and sprinted for a 64-yard touchdown run, which was then followed by a 66-yard pick-six by CB Lorenzo Jones. The extra point on the picksix was missed, making it 21-13.

“Very few people can say they’ve done what they’ve wanted to do their whole life.”

— Bill Geirke

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Top: Edgewater’s Jeremiah Chambers, right, goes up for an overthrown pass as Bishop Moore’s Adam Netane, center, and a teammate fight for the ball.

Left: Bishop Moore players reclaimed the Battle of College Park trophy following Friday night’s win.

It’s business as usual for the coach who has seen so much throughout his four decades on the sideline. The coach’s love for football goes back to when Gierke was on the field himself, playing as a guard at Winter Park High School, where he helped his team capture a district championship.

He went on to the Valencia College to play baseball before getting his degree in physical education at the University of Central Florida — back when the school didn’t even have a football team.

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to coach.

“That’s all I’ve ever wanted to do,” Gierke said.

He got his start coaching football at Apopka High School as an assistant coach. From there, he went to Evans High School, where he spent about 20 years on staff and made the jump from assistant coach to head coach.

In 1991, a team’s dream came true when Gierke helped lead the Trojans to a state championship.

Gierke later went to Dr. Phillips High School for three years and then spent 11 years at Edgewater High School.

He was then forced out of public schools to retire, but the coach couldn’t walk away from the game just yet. He transitioned to private schools and has been with Orangewood Christian ever since.

It wasn’t the pursuit of more accolades that kept the coach from hanging up his whistle and clipboard. Rather, it was the relationships he’s made along the way — and the privilege of developing young men on and off the field, Gierke said.

He still sees the players he’s coached face-to-face every day, running into them at restaurants, gas stations and football games.

There are too many to count, and he won’t even try naming them off for fear of missing a single name, each tied to a unique story and close relationship.

About 15 have gone on to play in the NFL, Gierke said, but it’s been

an honor to coach every player who has suited up for him.

“I’ve always put the players and their families first,” Gierke said.

“I’ve never worried about me and anything I’ve accomplished. At the end of the day that’s all that’s really ever mattered to me.”

It hasn’t always been an easy road throughout Gierke’s long career. After winning the state championship, Gierke helped lead Evans to three consecutive state championship games from 2002 through 2004, though they fell short all three times.

But Gierke said he was honored to just make a state-championship appearance, adding that many great coaches never make it to the big dance. Today, he chooses to stay positive.

“I feel really blessed that I was able to get there,” Gierke said.

Much has changed in 42 years.

The game itself is no longer runbased, Gierke said. Teams are using the passing game and taking risks more than ever before, trying to pull off elaborate plays coaches wouldn’t dare do just 10 years ago.

Strategies on the field may change, but the love Gierke has for his players and the game of football has remained the same, he said.

He knows he has more years behind him than ahead of him on the field, but he’s taking it one year at a time,.

“Very few people can say they’ve done what they’ve wanted to do their whole life,” Gierke said. “I’ve got no regrets.”

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WINTER PARK 42, LAKE NONA 3 Wildcat quarterback Cameron LeGree threw for 148 yards on a perfect 9-9 in the passing game while tossing two touchdowns. On 10 carries, he picked up 51 yards and a rushing touchdown. On the defensive side of the ball, JJ Valle-Smith led the team with 10 tackles, while Cullen Honohan and Jordan Ferrer racked up nine apiece.

BISHOP MOORE (1-0) AT LAKE BRANTLEY (0-1), 7 P.M. DETAILS: The Patriots started the season off with a 22-12 loss to Hagerty (1-0). Senior running back Devin Frater, who last year went for two touchdowns and a total of 309 yards – 224 on the ground, and 85 through the air, will be a scoring threat to watch for.

Hornets run crazy CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7

From there, the Eagles landed a shot with an 11-yard touchdown run from Connelly before the Hornets would respond by putting on the heat.

Kong hit receiver Caleb McMillan for a 70-yard bomb, while Coles ran for a 35-yard run in the second quarter.

Kicker Dalton DeChristopher would nail a 41-yard field goal

in the third quarter, before Jake Kiefer capped off the night with a one-yard run in the fourth.

By the time Tyrek McDonald went for a 90-yard kickoff return for a touchdown in the fourth quarter for the Eagles, it was too late.

Next up for Bishop Moore is Lake Brantley (0-1), while Edgewater will be taking on Colonial (0-1). Both games take place Sept. 1.

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Edgewater’s Isaiah Connelly fights off a slew of Bishop Moore defenders.

BISHOP MOORE 44, EDGEWATER, 26 Senior running back Trilion Coles ran over the Edgewater defense with 106 yards on 12 carries while picking up three rushing touchdowns. Despite throwing two picks, quarterback Keanu Kong had a solid night, throwing for 271 yards on 9-for-17 passing.

He also picked up two touchdowns through the air and one on the ground. Five of those completions found their way to Caleb McMillan for 171 yards and a touchdown.

ORANGEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 27, COCOA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL 7 Aviance Williams, Anthony Brown and Daniel Nieves all found the end zone in Orangewood’s opening win Aug. 25. Josiah Robinson caused a fumble and scooped up the ball for a touchdown, as well.

TRINITY PREP SCHOOL 24, HOLY TRINITY EPISCOPAL HIGH SCHOOL 22 The Saints edged the Tigers in their opening game of the season on Friday. A field goal by Collin Swan helped seal the deal with less than a minute to go in the game.

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WINTER PARK (1-0) AT OVIEDO (0-1) DETAILS: Oviedo is coming off of a 22-12 loss to the Timber Creek Wolves. The Lions gave up a total of 328 rushing yards — 249 of which came from Wolves’ running back Peter Hayes-Patrick, who had three touchdowns.

TRINITY PREP SCHOOL (1-0) VERSUS COCOA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL (0-1) DETAILS: The Saints will play their first home game against the Minutemen. They will look to move to a 2-0 record after topping Holy Trinity in their seasonopener.

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35 Play to the last row 36 Pre-owned car?

37 Belgrade’s setting 38 Getting older (var.)

39 Good thing to use for swelling 41 Dull sound of impact 43 Draws the curtain on 47 French military hat 50 Informal “affirmative” 52 Some sporty Italian cars, for short 54 Shades seen in autumn 57 Discontinues 58 Any group of nine 59 Cry when it hits you?

61 Harsh cry 63 RBI or assist, e.g.

65 Award for “12 Years a Slave” 69 Yoko of the music world 71 Custom-built 73 Endangered equine 74 “That’s ___ the point!”

76 Deep-voiced singers DOWN 78 “Um, excuse me?”

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109 Star of the ball 16 Smoked delicacy 110 Big pebble 17 Script ending?

112 ___ Linda, Calif.

18 Systems for making an114 “A Prayer for ___ Meany” nouncements 115 Stages of sleep 24 Goes after game 116 Possesses 26 Lends a hand 117 Rich rock 30 Jesse the track legend 118 Holiday in Vietnam 31 Breath-taking snake?

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27 One of the planets 28 Like liters and meters 29 Superior ratings 30 Not just rotund or plump

32 One of Santa’s reindeer 37 ___ fly (run producer) 40 Some hefty NFL linemen 41 ___ day (dosage amount, sometimes) 42 Place that some retire to 44 Attitude of self-importance 45 Manchester-to-London dir.

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or One Senior Place, VITAS Healthcare and Honor Flight Central Florida, one day simply isn’t enough to honor the country’s military veterans. So, they partnered to host another. The fourth annual Every Day Is Veterans Day event will take place at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 22, at One Senior Place, 715 Douglas Ave., in Altamonte Springs. The event is a patriotic musical salute to anyone

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Celebrity emcee, Lauren Rowe of WKMG-TV Local 6 Orlando, will host.

Every Day is Veterans Day is about a simple, yet crucial mission: thanking veterans for serving our country, Honor Flight Central Florida Director of Marketing Don Menzel said.

“On the veterans’ side, the experience is hopefully going to be camaraderie that’s going to give them the opportunity to feel the gratitude from their community members and community leaders that truly appreciate their service,” Menzel said.

For the fourth consecutive year, Advancing and Retiring of Colors will be performed by

the multiple-award-winning Dorie Miller Memorial Post 331, of Orlando Color Guard.

That presentation combined with the music will hopefully give the veterans a sense of comfort and peace, Menzel said.

“We decided to do it as a musical theme to basically bring back the good ol’ days,” he said. “Think of your own growing up and personal times — a lot of people connect with the music of that era or they find peace. Music rings differently to everybody.”

This year’s event also will feature a presentation by the Vietnam Unforgettable Memories Foundation, a group of Vietnamese-American women whose mission is to thank

“On the veterans’ side, the experience is hopefully going to be camaraderie that’s going to give them the opportunity to feel the gratitude from their community members and community leaders that truly appreciate their service.”

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all Vietnam-era veterans for defending their country against communism. They will present memorial pins to all Vietnam veterans in attendance, or for those who have passed, to their surviving spouses or Gold Star Mothers.

“It’s definitely a very appreciated organization to add to what we’ve been building,” Menzel said. “We’re really hoping it will draw more of the older veterans to come out and participate.”

Menzel said the upcoming event carries a similar mission to Honor Flight Central Florida: giving many veterans

a deserving welcome home that they never received in their war days.

Many Vietnam veterans never received the gratitude they deserved for serving their country, and Menzel said he’s hopeful they can receive that at the Everyday Is Veterans Day event.

That goal goes hand-inhand with recognizing the few remaining World War II veterans who still are alive today. Menzel said many of the youngest veterans from that era are in their early 90s.

Honoring them while they’re still here is critical, he said.

“You pray to God and hope that you can get 10 more years out of this era,” Menzel said.

“Trying to get an opportunity to reach out to these last World War II men and women and trying to show them that appreciation for what they’ve done for us really is the end goal. That’s the end game.”

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Door-to-door utility scams surface in Central Florida Utility officials and police officers say seniors often are the targets of these types of crimes.

TROY HERRING ASSOCIATE EDITOR

A newly developed form of scamming is now becoming popular among thieves, and it has authorities warning residents to be cautious.

The current trend now features criminals going door-todoor disguised as utility workers looking to test water in the home — and if let in, will steal what they can before quickly leaving.

The most recent account of this issue happened in Cocoa, where an senior was robbed of $5,000 worth of jewelry after

letting in men who posed as utility workers.

“The phone scam is a nationwide thing, but it has popped up a little bit more in the last couple of weeks,” said Tim Trudell, senior media relations coordinator at Orlando Utilities Commission.

In Orange County, Trudell said the OUC has seen several instances of the scam occur.

The increase in incidents raised enough concern that Trudell sent out news releases. Along with utility companies, police departments have been posting warnings for locals.

The most targeted demographic for these scams are seniors, who are much more susceptible to such crimes.

However, there are some steps citizens can take to safeguard themselves and their homes.

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Don’t let anyone into your home who lacks proper identification. Utility companies such as the OUC require their employees and contractors to wear and display ID badges, so there is no doubt by the customer.

OUC employees also travel in clearly marked utility vehicles.

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Utility companies do not conduct door-todoor sales. According to OUC’s website, there have been instances of people posing as utility workers trying to sell solar panels and other goods to unassuming customers. Utility companies do not do such business, and if you encounter someone attempting to, you should call the police.

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OUC and others will only show up for a service call if you set up an appointment. OUC has received recent reports of criminals posing as utility workers and showing up at home pretending to be on a service call.

According to the OUC, all service calls are set up by an appointment put in place by customers.

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If you are ever asked about sensitive information — such as your social security number, or account information — whether it is via phone, email, or in person, do not respond. Utility companies will never ask for your personal information in such a manner, states the OUC website, and will never threaten to shut off utilities. Many companies, like OUC, will notify customers a week or so in advance in regard to shutting off power.

“We won’t call you and tell you your power is going to be cut off in 15 minutes,” Trudell said. “But people will fall for that, especially in the summer when it’s hot, so you have to remind them that’s not how we operate.”

If you encounter any of these issues with someone claiming to be a utility worker,the best options is to simply not answer or lock the door and then proceed to contact the local police department and utility company, Trudell said.

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ike many back-to-schoolers, Ed April is preparing to return to classes. An eager student, he already has read through his required text on the Spanish-American War. In just a few weeks, Ed will join with the thousands of students on the campus of Northwestern University, as he heads into his ninth year at Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Northwestern University.

Although Ed is more than 55 years older than the average college student, he shares that returning to campus each year for continuing education keeps his mind sharp.

As Ed’s daughter, I can attest to his enthusiasm for lifelong learning. For a summer class on the study of evolution, my father took himself on a field trip via airplane to the Natural History Museum in Washington, D.C. When he wasn’t visiting with his granddaughter (my niece, also a Northwestern student!), he was snapping photos of dinosaurs and other ancient fossils to share with his classmates back on campus.

For most of the years as an OLLI student, the 77-year-old “advanced collegian” has been a course leader. This semester the retired Chicago area radiologist is co-leading a class with three fellow seniors. Ed shares that one of the reasons he loves adult education courses is that grades are not a factor and that learning is for learning’s sake.

Although OLLI students may cross the campus a little more slowly than the rest of the student body, they answer questions in class just as quickly — and with a bit more thought. Studies confirm Ed’s statements, with current research showing that the use of vocabulary is preserved as we age, and the use of reason strengthens as we grow older.

Like my dad, 75-year-old Elise Schilowitz, of Maitland, is a lifelong learner. The return-

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Dr. Ed April is a continuing education student and course leader at Northwestern University’s Osher Life Long Learning Institute program.

ing student at The Learning Institute for Elders at UCF shares that the two-year waiting list was well worth the delay. Each Tuesday morning from September through May, she attends a rotating lecture series on a topic selected by and for the membership, who are 55 years and up.

Elise notes the keynote speakers make just about any topic fascinating and that she leaves each class with an overflow of new information.

One of the most interesting speaker groups was the team of UCF students who developed a “bionic” limb through the university’s school of engineering.

Now that she’s “in,” Elise plans on attending for as long “she can drive,” with hopes that husband, Henry, will become a fellow classmate once he retires.

My husband, Tony, recently registered to enter The Rollins Center for Lifelong Learning at the Hamilton Holt School at Rollins College in Winter

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Looking to add some class to your days? Below are just some of the continuing-education opportunities available locally. n Osher Life Long Learning Institute has many locations throughout the country, with several in Florida. Visit osherfoundation.org/index.php?olli_ list for locations nationwide. n To find out more about The Learning Institute for Elders at UCF visit life.ucf. edu. n To find out more about the Stars Program at Rollins College visit rollins. edu/evening/rollins-center-lifelong-learning/senior-enrichment-classes/ index.html.

Park, geared to students who are 50 and older. He is looking forward to the innovative and enriching programs offered to “Senior Tars,” known as the STARS program. One of the few perks of turning 50 next month is that I, too, will be eligible for continuing ed. Hope to see you on campus soon!

Pamela Ruben is the marketing director for the Jewish Pavilion.

She maintains a blog at jewishpavilion.org.

Lifelong learner Elise Schilowitz of Maitland, is getting ready for fall classes at the University of Central Florida’s Learning Institute for Elders.

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ONE SENIOR PLACE One Senior Place is located at 715 Douglas Ave., Altamonte Springs. For more information, visit oneseniorplace.com.

Every Day Is Veterans Day 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 22. All veterans of the U.S. military are welcome to enjoy a free patriotic musical salute at the fourth annual Every Day Is Veterans Day event. The event honoring veterans will feature the CINQ Brass Quintet and the Legacy! Choral Ensemble from Central Florida Community Arts, and will be hosted by celebrity emcee Lauren Rowe of WKMG-TV Local 6 Orlando.

Memories in the Making takes place at 1 p.m. Wednesdays. People experiencing early stages of Alzheimer’s and dementia can express themselves through watercolor painting and drawing.

RSVP by calling (407) 9517992.

Musical Minds Choir rehearses from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Wednesdays. It currently is looking for new members. For more information or to enroll, email MusicalMinds@cfcommunityarts.com.

Senior Club meets from 10 a.m. to noon Mondays. This club features coffee, games and senior resource information.

A Live Health Exercise Lesson runs from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12.

Enjoy the fun and take part in instructor-led fitness activities. RSVP by calling (407) 949-6722.

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CASSELBERRY RECREATION CENTER The Casselberry Recreation Center at 200 N. Triplet Drive hosts a number of exercise classes available to seniors.

Chair Yoga, at 10 a.m. Mondays, will get you moving again. The cost is $2 per class.

Gentle/Restorative Yoga is from 8:45 to 10 a.m. Sundays. The cost is $10. Senior citizen discount is $5 per class. Alice Gomes, (609) 290-8195 or email alice@ imagineyoga.net.

Yoga Technique is from 8:45 to 10 a.m. Saturdays. The cost is $10 per class. Senior citizen’s discount is $5 per class.

Chairobics is from 11:05 a.m. to noon Mondays and Wednesdays. The class is free. For more information, contact Claudia Laine at (407) 718-9066.

Tai Chi for Beginners is at 1 p.m. Mondays. The cost is $5 per class or $20 per month.

Eric Raboy, (407) 731-9130.

Tai Chi for Intermediates is at 1 p.m. Tuesdays. The cost is $5 per class or $20 per month. For more information, contact Eric Raboy at (407) 731-9130.

Tai Chi for Advanced is at 1 p.m. Thursdays at Wirz Park. For more information, contact Eric Raboy at (407) 731-9130.

Tap Dance for Beginners is at 11 a.m. Tuesdays.

Bingo is from 9 to 11 a.m.

Mondays and Wednesdays.

The cost is $3 per session.

Duplicate Bridge is from noon to 4 p.m. Mondays.

Shore up your skills in this classic game. Casual bridge is from noon to 4 p.m. Tuesdays. Progressive bridge is from noon to 4 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays.

GOLDENROD CIVIC CENTER The Goldenrod Civic Center is located at 4763 Palmetto Ave., Winter Park.

Hand and Foot Games are held from 1 to 4 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. For more information, call Madeline Koehler at (407) 6576862.

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MAITLAND SENIOR CENTER The Maitland Senior Center is located at 345 S. Maitland Ave. and is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. For more information about these and any other events at the Maitland Senior Center, call (407) 539-6251 or visit itsmymaitland.com.

Art Class meets from 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesdays. Get help with techniques. Seating is limited. Cost is $16 per month. Supplies are not provided.

Beginning Bridge takes place at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays.

Class has limited seating.

Cost is $2.50 per class per person.

Bridge Group meets at noon Mondays. Spend time playing bridge and making new friends.

Brookdale Celebrates takes place at 1 p.m. the last Tuesday of the month at Brookdale Island Lake. Celebrate birthdays, play a game and win prizes. For more information, call (407) 767-6600.

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Chair Yoga with Donna takes place at 11:30 a.m. Thursdays. Cost of the class is a $2 donation to the teacher.

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Current Events Discussion is at 9:45 a.m. Tuesdays. This lively group discusses local, state, national and international events. iPad Classes are at 10:45 a.m.

Mondays. Cost of the class is $5 to the teacher.

Movie Screenings take place at 1 p.m. Fridays. Check the calendar online to see what movies are showing. Please call to reserve your seat.

Recorder Classes with Ann take place at 12:30 p.m.

Fridays. Free. Call the Senior Center at (407) 539-6251 for specifics on this class.

Tai Chi with Esther takes place at 9 a.m. Tuesdays. Cost of the class is $10 per month to the teacher. Wear a white shirt, black pants and comfortable shoes.

Writers Critique meets from 10 a.m. to noon Thursdays.

Share your autobiographical, functional or opinion pieces with others.

Yoga with John takes place at 9 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Wear comfortable clothes and bring your own mat. Cost of the class is $3 to the teacher.

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RDV SPORTSPLEX ATHLETIC CLUB The RDV Sportsplex Athletic Club offers senior memberships for area residents ages 60 and older for $59 a month.

Membership includes free classes. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/RDVsenior.

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ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA CENTER The Alzheimer’s & Dementia Resource Center is located at 1506 Lake Highland Drive, Orlando. For more, visit adrccares.org.

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Support Group for Caregivers meets at 10 a.m. the second Tuesday of every month at the Reeves United Methodist Church, 1100 N. Ferncreek Ave., Orlando.

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MEET & MIX DANCE CLUB The Meet and Mix Dance Club hosts ballroom dancing for seniors with a 12-piece dance band from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Marks Street Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St., Orlando.

Singles and couples are welcome and refreshments are served. Call (407) 254-1066.

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WHIRL & TWIRL SQUARE DANCE CLUB The Whirl & Twirl Square Dance Club hosts dances throughout the month at 6949 Venture Circle, Orlando.

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Clogging takes place beginning at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays. Beginners can learn at 6:30 p.m., and advanced is at 7:30 p.m. Cost is $4 per class. Dances will be held from 7:30 to 10 p.m.

Thursdays and the second and fourth Saturdays of the month for $4.

BELLES AND BEAUS DANCE CLUB The Belles and Beaus Dance Club hosts ballroom dancing with a live band from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Marks Street Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St., Orlando. Adult singles and couples are welcome. Cost is $4 per member and $5 per guest. (407) 644-4200.

Studio Art Class takes place at 1 p.m. Thursdays and 9 a.m. Saturdays. Cost is $31.50 per month.

AARP Tax Services are available from noon to 4 p.m.

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Balance and Fall-Prevention Class takes place at 1 p.m.

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Mah Jongg Classes take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Savvy Seniors meets at 2 p.m. Wednesdays. Learn how to use new technology. Space is limited, so grab your seat early.

BEARDALL SENIOR CENTER Orlando’s Beardall Senior Center is located at 800 Delaney Ave. Call (407) 2464440.

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YOUR ACTIVE CITY SENIORS The Your Adult Club Socials holds dances from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Fridays at Marks Street Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St., Orlando. Cost is $4 for members and $6 for guests. (407) 339- 5393 or (407) 889-4047.

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ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA CENTER Support Groups for Caregivers meet at 10 a.m. the first Tuesday of every month at Easter Seals Daybreak at the Miller Center, 2010 Mizell Ave., Winter Park.

Men’s Group meets at 10 a.m. the first and third Thursdays at Denny’s, 2684 Lee Road, Winter Park.

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