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EVENTS WINTER GARDEN 30TH ANNUAL LIGHT UP WINTER GARDEN WHEN: 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1 WHERE: On and around Plant Street in downtown Winter Garden DETAILS: Live entertainment from local church choirs and bands, vendors, shopping and children’s activities. Street- and building-lighting ceremony will be held at 6:15 p.m.

‘CHRISTMAS STORIES’ WHEN: 8 p.m. Dec. 1, 2, 8 and 9 and 2 p.m. Dec. 3 WHERE: Winter Garden Masonic Lodge, 230 W. Bay St. DETAILS: Mimi’s Community Theater’s show is a feel-good play that will leave audience members feeling like it was written about their own family.

WINTER GARDEN CHRISTMAS PARADE WHEN: 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2 WHERE: Starts on South Dillard Street, heading north and goes west on Plant Street.

DETAILS: A long-standing Winter Garden holiday tradition will delight spectators and bring in holiday cheer.

JINGLE JOLLY JOG 5K WHEN: 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2 WHERE: Oakland Park, 15241 E. Oakland Ave., Winter Garden DETAILS: Kick off the holiday season with the Jingle Jolly Jog 5k, which starts and finishes within the community. Top-three overall and age-group awards will be given out. There will be a kids’ fun run, as well. This year’s race is held in memory of Allison Gray, a Winter Garden business owner who died in 2016.

COST: $25 through Nov. 26, $30 through Dec. 1 and $35 check or cash on race day. Registration is available at trinrun.com and at Tri & Run of West Orange, 56 W. Plant St., Winter Garden.

The West Orange Junior Service League is the beneficiary.

INFORMATION: wojsl.com or WOJSLCorrespondence@gmail. com

WINTER GARDEN FIRE RESCUE SANTA RUN WHEN: Between 5:45 and 9 p.m.

Dec. 11 through 18 through the neighborhoods of Winter Garden WHERE: Santa will be in the city’s northwest on Dec. 11, the northeast on Dec. 12, the west side of the County Road 545 corridor of south Winter Garden on Dec. 13, the east side of the County Road 545 corridor of south Winter Garden, County Road 535 and the Daniels Road corridor of south Winter Garden on Dec. 15 and the Beulah Road and Windermere Road corridor of south Winter Garden. The rain makeup date is Monday, Dec. 18.

DETAILS: The Winter Garden Fire Rescue’s annual Santa Run takes Santa and his sleigh on a moving parade with his firefighter, police and city helpers spread holiday music, treats and good cheer along the way.

TRACK SANTA: WinterGardenFL.gov HOLIDAY MOVIE WHEN: 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16 WHERE: Downtown Winter Garden pavilion, 104 S. Lakeview Ave. DETAILS: Join friends for the holiday movie, “The Polar Express.” Film starts at 6:30, with pre-movie entertainment starting at 6.

INFORMATION: (407) 656-4111

GOLF CART PARADE WHEN: No later than 5:30 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 17 WHERE: Parade along the historic streets of Winter Garden.

Lineup is tentatively starting at Bradford Park on Division Street.

DETAILS: Neighbors can enjoy the parade from their front porch. The golf carts will travel along cart-approved streets and end at Walker Field baseball fields at Smith Street and Park Avenue. Participants should bring a minimum $50 donation (per cart), cash or check, for Edgewood Children’s Ranch. For details and to register, go to the group’s Facebook page, Christmas Golf Cart Parade.

DE-LIGHT-FUL DECORATIONS CONTEST WHEN: Judging begins at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 19, for homes north of West Colonial Drive and Wednesday, Dec. 20, for homes south of Colonial Drive.

DETAILS: Homes will be judged in one of four categories: Best Overall, Best Theme, Most Original, Best Apartment or Townhome. Cash prizes up to $100. To download an application, go to cwgdn.com and click on Events. Forms should be returned to the Parks & Recreation office by fax, (407) 656-6504; email, recinfo@wintergarden-fl. gov, or in person, 310 N. Dillard St., by Friday, Dec. 15.

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DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY EVENTS Downtown Winter Garden will be transformed into a holiday wonderland filled with all the trimmings. n Shop Small Sat-

urday and Holiday Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 25 n A Very Merry Farmers Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 2, 9, 16 and 23 n A Merry Winter Garden Light Show at City Hall: 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 2, 8, 9, 16 and 23 n Christmas Music on the Plaza: Paint it Black Quartet Dec. 8; Key Harmony (a capella) Dec. 15; Safia Hudson Dec. 22; and the Good Times Jazz Band on Dec. 29. Performances are from 7 to 9 p.m. n Holiday music and horse-drawn carriage rides: 4 to 9 p.m. Dec. 9 and 16 n Sleigh ride with Santa: 6 to 9 p.m.

Dec. 9 n “Polar Express”: 6:30 to 9 p.m. Dec. 16

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OCOEE 37TH ANNUAL OCOEE CHRISTMAS PARADE WHEN: 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 2. Rain date is 10 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 3.

WHERE: Starts at the intersections of Maguire Road and Enterprise Street and ends at Bill Breeze Park, 125 N. Lakeshore Drive.

DETAILS: Parade registration forms are available at ocoeelionsclub.org. In lieu of entry fees, parade participants are encouraged to take unwrapped toys that will be donated to the Ocoee Police Department’s Toys for Kids in Need. Folks will line the streets to see festive floats, marching bands, motorcycles, fire trucks, Santa Claus and more. A parade contest for floats, vehicles and walkers will be held. Judges will score participants in the following categories: Youth, Commercial, Non-Commercial, Churches and Judges Overall Winner.

HOLIDAY TREE-LIGHTING CELEBRATION WHEN: 5 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2 WHERE: Historic WithersMaguire House, 16 E. Oakland Ave., and the adjacent Ocoee Lakeshore Center, 125 N. Lakeshore Drive DETAILS: The tree-lighting ceremony will take place at 6:15 p.m. The event also includes photos with Santa Claus, horseand-carriage rides, pony rides, a fire pit for s’mores and more.

WEBSITE: ocoee.org 17TH ANNUAL OPERATION SANTA WHEN: 5:30 to 9 p.m. Dec. 5, 7, 11, 13, 19 and 21. If needed, rain dates will be Dec. 14 and 22.

WHERE: Along the streets of Ocoee’s more than 60 neighborhoods DETAILS: The Ocoee Fire Department will help Santa Claus and his elves visit the neighborhoods tossing candy and spreading holiday cheer to

children and families. The toys will be donated to the Ocoee Police Department’s Holiday Toys for Kids in Need drive.

INFORMATION: For a complete list of the subdivisions Santa will visit, go to ocoee.org or call the Ocoee Fire Department at (407) 905-3140.

OAKLAND BOAR’S HEAD PAGEANT WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9, and 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 WHERE: Oakland Presbyterian Church, 218 E. Oakland Ave. DETAILS: A Medieval celebration of the birth of Christ. This musical production tells the story of Jesus’ birth using the time-period pageantry of the mid-14th century. Reserved seats are available for a $10 donation.

INFORMATION: (407) 6564452 or oaklandpres.org

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DETAILS: Available in King James Version, New King James Version and Christian Standard Bible and in a variety of covers, from hardback to genuine leather.

PRICE: Starting at $49.99 WHERE: FIT Books, 9567 W. Colonial Drive, Ocoee HOURS: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays PHONE: (407) 292-0171

FOR THE DECORATOR HAND-LETTERED CANVAS SIGN

DETAILS: How about a personalized sign in your home or office? Hand-letterer Ashley Sue Mallillin can customize any sign in a variety of canvas sizes and a variety of canvas and lettering colors.

PRICE: $20 to $35 WHERE: Winter Garden Collective, 505 S. Dillard St., Winter Garden. Check out merchandise from 30 vendors, many of whom previously set up at the Summerport Farmers Market.

HOURS: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday; closed Sunday PHONE: Ashley Sue Mallillin, (626) 316-9243 FACEBOOK: WinterGardenCollective

DETAILS: These boxes and tins make perfect hostess, teacher or thank-you gifts. Boxes include a box and hold three mini bags of popcorn (cheese, candy or chocolate).

PRICE: Gift box starts at $17; tin starts at $25 WHERE: Ms. Bee’s Gourmet Popcorn Candy Shoppe, 2 E. Plant St., Winter Garden HOURS: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays; 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fridays; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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EVENTS

Movie Under the Stars ‘Elf’ WHEN: 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 22 WHERE: Windermere Town Hall, 520 Main St., Windermere COST: Free

DR. PHILLIPS ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ WHEN: 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, and Saturday, Dec, 2; and 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2 WHERE: St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 4851 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando COST: Tickets cost $10 and can be purchased at st.lukes. org/charliebrown.

The Grove’s Winter Wonderland WHEN: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 2 WHERE: The Grove Orlando, 4744 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando COST: Free ‘Through the Eyes of a Child’ WHEN: 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9, and Sunday, Dec. 10; and 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 WHERE: St. Luke’s United

Methodist Church, 4851 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando COST: Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children under 12 and free for children under 3.

GOTHA Holiday Amaryllis Festival WHEN: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 WHERE: Nehrling Gardens, 2267 Hempel Ave., Gotha CONTACT: info@nehrlinggardens.org

HORIZON WEST Lifebridge Church ‘The King and Me’ Musical WHEN: 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 WHERE: Lifebridge Church, 12120 Chase Road, Windermere COST: Free WINDERMERE 36th Holiday Social WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 14 WHERE: Windermere Town Hall, 520 Main St., Windermere

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METROWEST MetroWest WinterFest WHEN: 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 WHERE: MetroWest Golf Club, 2100 S. Hiawassee Road, Orlando DETAILS: This theme for this year’s sixth annual WinterFest is “Shrek the Halls” and will be hosted by the MetroWest Master Association.

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DETAILS: Coffee lovers can get a variety of Panther Coffee blends and have it ground to their desired coarseness, from espresso to French press. You can also find succulents of all shapes and sizes for an added pop of greenery at home.

PRICE: $24 per pound for coffee; $6 and up for succulents WHERE: Paloma Coffee, 507 Main St., Windermere HOURS: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays to Fridays; 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays; 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Windermere Boat Parade WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 23 WHERE: Parade begins at Bird Island and travels Lake Butler to Wauseon Bay DETAILS: Residents are encouraged to deck out their boats in holiday cheer for the annual boat parade. Meet at the north side of Bird Island to prepare for the parade.

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DETAILS: Give the gift of relaxation this season. And for the holidays, you can buy an hour massage and get a half hour for free. And with dozens of essential oils to choose from, you can find the right blend to help any ailments.

PRICE: $90 for a one-hour massage; $18 and up for essential oil.

WHERE: Windermere Med Spa & Salon, 120 E. Fifth Ave., Windermere HOURS: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays PHONE: (407) 876 0575 WEBSITE: windermerespa.com or bodybyaudra.com/massage-therapy. html

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DISNEY Epcot International Festival of Holidays WHEN: Nov. 19 to Dec. 30 WHERE: Epcot Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party WHEN: Nov. 9 to Dec. 22 WHERE: Walt Disney World Resort Sunset Seasons Greetings WHEN: Nov. 9 to Dec. 31 WHERE: Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Sunset Boulevard

Mannheim Steamroller WHEN: Nov. 18-19, 25-26, Dec. 2-3, 9-10 and 16-17 WHERE: Universal Studios

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS Christmas in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter WHEN: Daily from Nov. 18 to Jan. 6, 2018 WHERE: Universal Studios DETAILS: Diagon Alley and London are transformed with festive décor and lighting.

Universal’s Holiday Parade Featuring Macy’s WHEN: Nov. 18 to Jan. 6, 2018 WHERE: Universal Studios DETAILS: The Minions join Santa Claus in a new incarnation of Universal’s Holiday Parade Featuring Macy’s, a holiday favorite that also features characters from Madagascar and Shrek.

SEAWORLD Santa at Wild Arctic WHEN: Nov. 24 to Dec. 31 WHERE: SeaWorld DETAILS: SeaWorld invites guests to take a ride to the top of the world to meet the Arctic’s most famous resident: Santa Claus.

Seas of Trees WHEN: Nov. 24 to Dec. 31 WHERE: SeaWorld DETAILS: Take a walk through this wintry, watery wonderland and immerse yourself in a sea

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DETAILS: Celebrate the 75th anniversary of Walt Disney’s animated classic, Bambi. Stroll in the urban forest clutching your roomy shopper tote by Dooney & Bourke with sketch illustrations and fine leather finishings.

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Shamu Christmas Miracles WHEN: Nov. 24 to Dec. 31 WHERE: SeaWorld DETAILS: SeaWorld invites you to experience the power and beauty of our Shamu family in our nighttime holiday show: Shamu Christmas Miracles. Thrilling seasonal music rings out and killer whales soar through the air in a story of reflection and understanding ... of peace and friendship ... of the everyday miracles that surround us all year long.

CONTACT: seaworld.com/ orlando/events/christmascelebration

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DETAILS: With an interactive wand, you can cast spells to create amazing magical experiences throughout The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley at Universal Orlando Resort.

PRICE: $49.95 WHERE: The Universal Studio Store, 2 Plaza of the Stars, Orlando HOURS: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mondays through Sundays PHONE: (888) 762-0820 ONLINE: shop.universalorlando.com/p/ Interactive-Harry-Potter-Wand.html

DETAILS: SeaWorld 2017 Merry Christmas glass ball design with snowflakes covered in glitter and acrylic crystal rhinestones.

PRICE: $14.95 WHERE: SeaWorld, 7007 Sea World Drive, Orlando HOURS: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Fridays; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2017 Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s ‘The Ghosts of Christmas Eve’ WHEN: 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16 WHERE: Amway Center, 400 W. Church St., Orlando WEBSITE: amwaycenter.com

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Jingle Eve WHEN: 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19 WHERE: Gaston Edwards Park, 1236 N. Orange Ave., Orlando WEBSITE: cityoforlando.net

City of Orlando annual Tree Lighting Celebration WHEN: 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2 WHERE: Walt Disney Amphitheatre at Lake Eola Park, 99 N. Rosalind Ave., Orlando WEBSITE: cityoforlando.net

Light Up UCF WHEN: Friday, Nov. 17 through Sunday, Dec. 31 WHERE: CFE Arena, 12777 Gemini Blvd., Orlando WEBSITE: lightupucf.com

Holiday on the Drive WHEN: 5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1 WHERE: Edgewater Drive, Orlando (between Smith and Clayton streets) WEBSITE: orlandomainstreets.com/districts/collegepark

Fifth annual Violectric Holiday Show WHEN: 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 WHERE: Walt Disney Amphitheatre at Lake Eola Park, 99 N. Rosalind Ave., Orlando

Christmas at the Leu House WHEN: Nov. 13 to Jan. 2, 2018 WHERE: Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando

Central Florida Ballet’s ‘The Nutcracker’ WHEN: 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 16; 2 p.m. Dec. 17 WHERE: Linda Chapin Theater at the Orange County Convention Center, 9800 International Drive, Orlando DETAILS: The Central Florida Ballet will present its “Nutcracker” performance this holiday season. The performance includes stimulating pyrotechnics and aerial acrobatics and has been featured by CNN, the Wall Street Journal and USA Today. This year’s show features custom-built sets that measure 50 feet in height.

WEBSITE: centralfloridaballet. com

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FOR THE WELL-GROOMED GENTLEMEN

FOR ANYONE WITH COMMUNITY SPIRIT

FREEHAND GOODS AFTER SHAVE AND MOISTURIZING LOTION

ORLANDO SHIRTS NEIGHBORHOOD T-SHIRTS

DETAILS: Represent your neighborhood with these unique, fun neighborhood T-shirts. Neighborhoods and towns include Colonialtown, College Park, Audubon Park, the Milk District, SoDo, Mills 50, Winter Park, Winter Garden and more. Available in men’s and women’s styles.

PRICE: $19.99 to $24.99 WHERE: orlandoteeshirt.com PHONE: (407) 862-1228 EMAIL: hannah@ gobigmarketing. com

FOR ANYONE WITH VINYL FEVER RECORDS FROM ROCK & ROLL HEAVEN

DETAILS: For the music lover who understands that tunes just sound better on vinyl, Rock & Roll Heaven in Orlando offers a huge selection of records, with many starting at just $1. Selection includes records from every genre and LPs as well as singles.

PRICE: Varies WHERE: 1814 N. Orange Ave., Orlando HOURS: 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays PHONE: (407) 896-1952

DETAILS: The after shave is an alcoholfree splash that packs essential oils and extracts into a soothing witch hazel base. Calming and healing, it leaves you smelling classic barbershop clean. The moisturizing lotion is a thick, naturally-derived lotion, packed with moisturizing avocado, sweet almond and grapeseed oils as well as soothing buckthorn extract. Perfect for your hands and face, or as post-shave balm.

PRICE: $12 to $24 WHERE: Freehand Goods inside of East End Market, 3201 Corrine Drive, Orlando HOURS: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays PHONE: (855) 4093441

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Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts Box Office 844-513-2014 www.drphillipscenter.org 445 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801

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December 9 - 2:00pm & 7:00pm

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Join Amahl as he tours Central Florida with several Community Performances

Tickets start at $29

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Monthly events - Marketing programs - Property services

Monthly events - Marketing programs - Property services Easy, fun and convenient place to shop AND have a business boutique Easy, fun and convenient place to shop AND have a business Welcoming surroundings - Comfortable atmosphere - Community destination Cheerful surroundings - Comfortable atmosphere - Community destination For more information on how to bring your business here call:

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Along with our AMC Movie Theater, Dillard’s and JC Penney’s department stores we have a dance Facebook.com/VisitWestOaks WestOaksMall.com studio, radio station, national cheerleading gymnasium, specialized training center, and an insurance agency not to mention our very special retailers: We have Victoria’s Secret, Bath & Body Works, Champs, Children’s Place, Footlocker, Foot Action, Jimmy Jazz, Sprint, Metro PCS, Piercing Pagoda, Spencer’s, Things Remembered, Journeys, several Jewelry stores and more …

For more information call: 407-294-1494

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EVENTS WINTER PARK

WINTER ON THE AVENUE WHEN: 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1 WHERE: Central Park along Park Avenue, Winter Park DETAILS: The Winter Park Chamber of Commerce and the city of Winter Park are proud to host “Winter on the Avenue,” a kickoff to the holiday season presented

by Westminster Winter Park.

The holiday street party will include a flurry of activities from 5 to 10 p.m. along Park Avenue and in Central Park. The annual tree lighting ceremony at dusk will include performances by children’s choirs and children’s activities.

CONTACT: (407) 599-3399 65TH ANNUAL ‘YE OLDE HOMETOWN’ CHRISTMAS PARADE WHEN: 9 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 2 WHERE: Park Avenue, Winter Park DETAILS: Hosted by the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, the 65th annual Winter Park “Ye Olde Hometown” Christmas Parade is Central Florida’s longest running Christmas parade. Join the tradition of marching down historic Park Avenue spreading holiday cheer in downtown Winter Park. More than 100 bands, dance troupes, floats, local dignitaries and, of course, Santa Claus, will delight the young and youngat-heart.

CONTACT: (407) 644-8281 39TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK WHEN: 6:15 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7 WHERE: Central Park along Park Avenue, Winter Park DETAILS: The Morse Museum and the City of Winter Park will once again help launch the holiday season by lighting Tiffany windows in Central Park and presenting the Bach Festival Choir and Brass.

CONTACT: (407) 646-2182

A CLASSIC CHRISTMAS WHEN: 2 and 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16 and Sunday, Dec. 17 WHERE: Knowles Memorial Chapel at Rollins College, 1000 Holt Ave., Winter Park DETAILS: The Winter Park holiday tradition continues. Hear Christmas classics performed by the Bach Festival Choir, Youth Choir, and Orchestra in beautiful Knowles Memorial Chapel. Tickets from $25.

CONTACT: (407) 646-2182 CHANUKAH ON THE PARK WHEN: 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 17 WHERE: Central Park along Park Avenue, Winter Park DETAILS: Join a Chanukah family festival featuring a Grand Menorah Lighting.

The night will include singing performance’s by children from the Jewish Community Center and Jewish Academy, Jewish Rock music and dreidels, chocolate Chanukah gelt, Chassidic dancers, clowns, face painting, light show, comedian ventriloquist and a $1,000 grand prize raffle drawing. Food items will include hot dogs, donuts, chips and drinks.

CONTACT: (407) 599-3399 WINTER IN THE PARK WHEN: 3 to 9 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 3 to 10 p.m. Fridays, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Saturdays, and noon to 8 p.m.

Sundays, Saturday, Nov. 18 through Sunday, Jan. 7. Holiday hours are: Thanksgiving, 3 to 9 p.m.; Christmas Eve, noon to 6 p.m.; and Christmas Day, noon to 6 p.m.

WHERE: Central Park West Meadow at the corner of New York Avenue and Morse Boulevard, Winter Park DETAILS: Come skate with family and friends at this holiday ice rink in Winter Park’s Central Park. It’s $13 for all-day general admission.

CONTACT: (407) 599-3203

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SEASON OF LIGHT WHEN: 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2 WHERE: Lake Lily Park, 701 Lake Lily Drive, Maitland DETAILS: Join a Maitland holiday tradition with fun, music, a special guest from the north pole and a fireworks finale. This is a free event.

CONTACT: (407) 539-6200

BALDWIN PARK

WINTER SPARK WHEN: 3 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 WHERE: New Broad Street, Baldwin Park DETAILS: This holiday event features a fun festival in Harbor Park, a musical performance on the main stage, photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus and a wonderful holiday parade.

CONTACT: (407) 443-6110

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WINTER PARK

MAITLAND FOR THE ASPIRING DANCER

SOCKS BY BLUE Q DETAILS: Looking for some creative and hilarious socks to add to your sock drawer? Take a look at this quirky footwear by Blue Q out of Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Though the Writer’s Block Bookstore is known for its wide selection of books, you’ll find unique gifts there like these socks.

COST: $12 WHERE TO BUY: Writer’s Block Bookstore, 124 E. Welbourne Ave., Winter Park HOURS: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; noon to 8 p.m. Sunday PHONE: (407) 3354192 WEBSITE: writersblockbookstore.com

FOR THE CRAZY SOCK ENTHUSIAST

DANCE CLASSES AT COLBY CENTER FOR DANCE & PERFORMING ARTS

DETAILS: Give a young dancer a chance to improve with classes at this center for dance education. The center has been located in Maitland since 1997 and offers everything from ballet and tap to jazz and hip-hop.

COST: Annual registration fee is $35.

Tuition on top of that is calculated by number of hours studying per week.

WHERE TO BUY: 540 Maitland Ave. S., Maitland HOURS: 3:30 to 8:45 p.m. Mondays; 3:15 to 8:45 p.m. Tuesdays; 3 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays; 3:45 to 8:30 p.m.

Thursdays; 4:15 to 7:30 p.m. Fridays; 8:45 to 11 a.m. Saturdays PHONE: (407) 599-5560 WEBSITE: colbycenterfordance.com

BALDWIN PARK FOR THE SNACK GURU POPCORN FROM PIPOCA DETAILS: These bags of tasty popped goodness come in a variety of flavors, from Nutella and Oreo to coconut and strawberry. Give someone a unique snack that will leave them craving for more.

COST: $6 for a small bag, $9 for a medium bag and $12 for a large bag WHERE TO BUY: Pipoca Gourmet Popcorn, 4804 New Broad St., Orlando HOURS: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Sundays PHONE: (407) 439-4444 WEBSITE: pipocapopcorn.com

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Beulah Belle Designs

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EVENTS MOUNT DORA THE POLAR EXPRESS TRAIN RIDE WHEN: Nov. 17 to Dec. 31 WHERE: Departs from Tavares Train Station, 305 E. Ruby St., Tavares TICKETS: $28 to $32 for adults fares and $16.80 to $19.20 for children ages 4 to 12. Children under 3 are free.

Discounts available for groups of 10 or more. Buy at bit. ly/2zmhFYE. CONTACT: (352) 742-7200 36TH ANNUAL LIGHT UP MOUNT DORA WHEN: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Nov. 25 WHERE: Donnelly Park, 530 N. Donnelly St., Mount Dora DETAILS: Donnelly Park and downtown Mount Dora will be lit up with more than two million sparkling lights in a spectacular show CONTACT: (352) 383-2165

25TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS WALK WHEN: 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 1 WHERE: Streets of Mount Dora’s historic downtown CONTACT: (352) 383-2165 27TH ANNUAL LIGHTED BOAT CHRISTMAS PARADE WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 2 WHERE: Lake Dora Shoreline in Mount Dora CONTACT: (352) 383-3933 56TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARADE WHEN: 10 a.m. Dec. 2 WHERE: Streets of Mount Dora’s historic downtown DETAILS: Enjoy Christma floats from businesses, nonprofits and schools sponsored by the Mount Dora Lions Club.

CONTACT: (352) 735-7183 CAROL OF THE KING WHEN: 7:30 Dec. 6 WHERE: Mount Dora Community Building Theater, East Sixth Avenue, Mount Dora

DETAILS: Watch a play about holiday spirit featuring King Solomon as he prepares for the Christmas season.

TICKETS: $15 to $35 CONTACT: (352) 383-2165 CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK WITH SNOW WHEN: 5 to 9 p.m. Dec. 9 WHERE: Donnelly Park, 530 N. Donnelly St., Mount Dora DETAILS: Ice skating, snow sledding, Santa Claus, Christmas-themed crafts and food.

CONTACT: (352) 735-7183

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MOUNT DORA FOR THE STRIGIPHILE

APOPKA FOR THE WORLD TRAVELER

HANDCRAFTED OWL FIGURINE

ANTIQUE TABLETOP GLOBE

DETAILS: This vintage world globe would make the perfect accent to any living room with a travel or geography theme belonging to that friend who always is talking about his or her next trip to a foreign country.

PRICE: $29 WHERE: Trader Mae’s, 2001 Rock Springs Road, Apopka HOURS: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Mondays through Sundays PHONE: (407) 7037869

MOUNT DORA POLICE DEPARTMENT CHRISTMAS PARTY WHEN: 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 WHERE: Martin Luther King Center, 803 Florida Ave., Mount Dora DETAILS: The Mount Dora Police Department Christmas Party will feature an obstacle course game, bounce house, music and food.

CONTACT: Mount Dora Police Department, (352) 735-7130

MOUNT DORA FOR THE BIRD ENTHUSIAST

WINE CORK BIRD HOUSE

DETAILS: This one-of-a-kind birdhouse handcrafted by local artist Al Meyer using wood and wine corks is the perfect gift for anyone who enjoys watching birds on their front porch while sipping a glass of bubbly as a start to their day.

PRICE: $54.95 WHERE: Whispering Winds, 439 N. Donnelly St., Mount Dora HOURS: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Mondays through Thursdays; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Fridays and Saturdays PHONE: (352) 385-2803

DETAILS: This owl figurine made by artist Peter Calvesbert, intricately carved from crushed marble and painted to look like ivory, is the perfect touch for anyone who has an obsession with owls or likes to collect animal figurines.

PRICE: $119.50 WHERE: Under the Cherry Blossoms, 443 N. Donnelly St., Mount Dora HOURS: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mondays through Sundays PHONE: (352) 735-3090

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GRAND OPENING FALL 2017

MOONSTONE EQUESTRIAN Central Florida’s Newest 5 Star Equestrian Center

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558 W. New England Ave, Winter Park, Florida

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