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Friday, February 26
Kinky Boots presents by FAIRWINDS Broadway in Orlando
FAIRWINDS Broadway in Orlando presents Kinky Boots Show dates: February 23-28, 2016 Show times vary Tickets start at $33.75 Walt Disney Theater Inspired by true events, KINKY BOOTS tells the story of Charlie Price, who inherits his father’s shoe factory. Looking to save the family business, Charlie turns to a fabulously fashionable new friend — cabaret star Lola — who gives him an outrageous idea that could change both of their destinies. Soon, this unlikely duo creates the most sensational…
Lecture w/Dale Montgomery Fellow Rangsook Yoon
Gainsborough, Reynolds, and Lawrence: A Triad of Society Portraitists in Georgian England with Dale Montgomery Fellow Rangsook Yoon, Ph.D. Learn more about the intense rivalries between Joshua Reynolds (1723–92) and Thomas Gainsborough (1727–88), as well as the success of Thomas Lawrence (1769–1830) who succeeded these twin peaks of 18th-century British art. Focusing on their prolific career as portraitists, Dr. Yoon’s talk illuminates their artistic ambition, the price they paid for their own success, and the workings of key institutions that…
Military Vehicle Show Rally and Swap Meet
WWII Battle reenactment- Memorabilia-Weapons Demonstration Trophy’s – Trail Ride- Camping Military Vehicle Rally Rolls into Mt. Dora. This isn’t your average vehicle show; these war machines will be moving and shooting. The MVPA Military Vehicle Rally will be entering Mt. Dora on February 26th at Renningers Flea Market. American History Channel will be filming on Friday for their new Military Collectors Series. There will be a WWII reenactment on Saturday and Sunday. Come feel the Earth shake as Half Tracks…
Port Canaveral Seafood & Music Fest
Set for February 26 – 28, 2016, this exciting event will include fantastic seafood, top flight entertainment, premier Arts & Crafts Show Featuring fresh mouth-watering seafood provided by vendors both local and from all over the United States, don’t miss this signature event that will attract tens of thousands of attendees from all over Florida. Read More: http://spacecoastdaily.com/2015/11/newsflash-port-canaveral-seafood-music-fest-set-for-feb-26-28/
February Critical Birthday Blast!
“This is a one small step for cycling… One giant leap for Orlando Critical Mass…” We have added some distance! Depending on a few factors this should be an 11-15 mile ride at a very easy pace!!! It’s also one of our “founding brothers” birthdays! The Mandino will be turning 31 as we unveil a new route and making some great new changes to our ever growing ride/event!!! Helmets are cool but not required. Lights are a good idea. Please…
Saturday, February 26
Tampa Bay Brewing Company “True Blonde Ale” Launch Party Feb. 26th at Ferg’s Depot
All you craft beer lovers join Tampa Bay Brewing Company, made famous by their “Reef Donkey American Pale Ale” as they launch their “Florida’s True Blonde Ale.” Ferg’s Depot will have the following Tampa Bay Brew Co. Beers on Draft for the event: $5 PINTS: Florida’s True Blonde Ale Reef Donkey American Pale Ale Old Elephant Foot IPA Beer infused Food Specials Meet the Brewers and learn about their passion. Live Music starting at 5pm
Doug Rhodehamel builds the Star Wars Universe
If you know me, you know I’m a rather big fan of Star Wars. You also would know I make things from junk. I’m combining these two passions of mine into one big galactic sized project. I’m building 15 Star Wars vehicles from trash and surplus. How cool is this? Very. I’m building them at 1/10 scale. That’s big. Bigger than any toys you grew up with, but what’s better, they light up, have sound effects and play music and…
Crealdé Photography Guild: Milton Heiberg, “The Plight of the Florida Scrub-jay.”
Crealdé Photography Guild hosts Milton Heiberg: “The Plight of the Florida Scrub-jay.” miltonheiberg.com February 26, 2016 7:30-9pm Free Showalter Hughes Community Gallery Crealdé School of Art 600 St. Andrews Blvd. Winter Park, FL, 32792 The Crealdé Photography Guild meets monthly for presentations by established photographers, as well as offering reviews, image sharing, technical demonstrations and field trips. Join us on the last Friday of the month, from 7:30-9 p.m., to share time with people that have a passion for photography.…
Sunday, February 27
Travel the Backroads to Historic Places Along the Indian River
Travel the Backroads to Historic Places Along the Indian River A Photography Workshop with Peter Schreyer crealde.org/faculty February 27, 2016 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday Carpool from Crealdé campus Members $95, Non-members $115 #WKPH43, Winter Session Explore hidden architectural and cultural treasures along the Indian River between Cape Canaveral and Ponce Inlet. Participants will be able to photograph historic small-town architecture, picturesque river landscapes, fish camps, a late 19th-century homestead, an ancient Indian Mound and the beautifully restored lighthouse at Ponce…
Hack The Arena
Join Orlando’s first Sports Hackathon hosted in partnership the Orlando Magic and Solar Bears. Central Florida’s most talented developers, designers, and entrepreneurs will take center stage to confront challenges that drive innovation in the sports and entertainment industry. Form the best team to reimagine fan engagement, virtual reality, data & analytics, and gamification in the sports industry. Best of all, Hack The Arena participants will get to attend and test their ideas live at both Magic and Solar Bear games…
Litlando Creative Writing Conference
Tickets ($25/$15 students) https://www.eventbrite.com/e/litlando-tickets-20866819218 NOTE: Only 80 tickets are available for this event. Litlando will be a celebration of the creative writing community of Orlando as well as a demonstration (in conference form) of its ability to offer surprising, memorable instruction in the literary arts, all while raising money for Page 15, a non-profit organization devoted to encouraging the vibrant value and self-actualization of literacy in Orlando adolescents and youth. This event is for writers who want to learn more…
8th Annual Downtown Food & Wine Fest
Located in the heart of downtown Orlando at Lake Eola on Robinson Street, the 8th Annual Downtown Food & Wine Fest features mouth-watering dishes from over 30 of Orlando’s premier restaurants, 50 domestic and international wines, and live entertainment. A portion of the proceeds benefit the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (FRLA) Educational Foundation. Date / Time: Saturday, February 27 (noon to 9 p.m.) and Sunday, February 28, 2016 (noon to 7 p.m.) Location: Lake Eola on Robinson Street Tickets:…
Blues B-Q
Enjoy an evening of great live music, and purchase barbecue from Orlando’s best pitmasters at the 10th annual Blues B-Q. The free event includes a performance by the band WAR, best known for hits like “Why Can’t We Be Friends?” and “Low Rider.”
PUTT N PINTS
Orlando Sport and Social Club and Orlando Pub Crawl continue to bring some competitive fun to Downtown Orlando. This time we are putting 9 custom Putt Putt holes smack in the middle of your favorite venues for one wild golf outing. Putt your way through downtown Orlando for prizes, drinks and braggin’ rights as the first annual Putt ‘n Pints Champion! Greens Fees Include: -9 holes of Putt ‘n Pints -1 commemorative Putt ‘n Pints golf ball -2 complimentary beers…