Here’s a look at some of the top events taking place this weekend. Visit the complete events calendar by clicking on “Events” in our main menu.
Friday, April 11
Thornton Park Dinner & A Movie
April 11 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Olde Town Brokers,
11. N. Summerlin Ave
Goonies — Bring your blankets and for a movie on the lawn. A nice ending to a long week! Movie Starts at 8PM, Olde Town Brokers Front Lawn. Find out more »
Saturday, April 12
Seeding Starting and Soil Blocks
April 12 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
East End Market,
3201 Corrine Dr.
There is a science and art to starting seeds. This course will cover seed selection, transplanting vs direct sowing, creating your own seed starting soil mix. We’ll also introduce John’s favorite sustainable seed starting method: Soil Blocks. Find out more »
Conduit Workshops: Urban Farming
April 12 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Downtown CREDO,
706 West Smith St
Conduit believes that people can transform lives using their talents so we work to empower people with ideas and abilities. Orlando is full of talent, we want to be intentional about bringing those people together and involving them in a story bigger than themselves. This Week Orlando native, Brent Buffington will discuss raising livestock inside the confines of a city environment. Find out more »
Second Saturday: Local Poet Showcase
April 12 @ 2:00 pm
Orlando Public Library,
101 E. Central Blvd.
Celebrate National Poetry Month at your local library by attending a local poet showcase. Hear readings from local poets J. Bradley, Teresa Edmond-Sargeant, Peter Gordon, Leslie C. Halpern/Author, Carlton Johnson, Oral Nussbaum, Terry Ann Thaxton, and Chaz Yorick. Poets will be available after readings for book signings and to answer questions. Find out more »
Sunday, April 13
The Private Gardens of Historic Orlando Featuring: Lake Lawsona Fern Creek Historic Neighborhood Association
April 13 @ 12:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Mayor Carl T. Langford Neighborhood Center,
1808 E Central Blvd
Come and enjoy a relaxing day strolling along the shaded streets and through the beautiful parks in Lake Lawsona Fern Creek Historic Neighborhood as you tour some of the most beautiful private gardens in Orlando. The Garden Tour will take place onSunday, April 13 from 12:30-5:00. You may begin your tour anywhere in the neighborhood if you have your ticket. Or you may purchase your ticket at “Garden Central,” located in the Mayor Carl T. Langford Neighborhood Center. Find out more »