April 1 – Orlando Magic vs. Portland Trailblazers, Kia Center, 400 West Church Street, Orlando, 7PM

April 2 – Toddler Tuesdays, Crayola Experience, 8001 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, 10AM -12PM, Join us every other Tuesday* for special Toddler Crafts and Activities. Try out some of Crayola’s hottest products designed for the little ones at Outside the Box. Toddler crafts and coloring pages. Sing-a-long with Charlie Stevens live entertainment beginning at 10:15am. Meet & Greet with Sunglow the crayon during a special character appearance at 11:30am. Enjoy our Toddler friendly attractions including Toddler Town, Scribble Square and Stomp and Play. The perfect place for them to burn off some energy!

April 2 – Orlando Solar Bears vs. Savannah Ghost Pirates, Kia Center, 400 West Church Street, Orlando, 7PM

April 3 – Apollo’s Gift: An Art History of the Moon Landing with Peter Kalb, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, 7PM, Art historian Peter Kalb discusses creative endeavors inspired by the Apollo Program in 1972. The lunar adventure that was a source of such confusion and doubt provoked painters, sculptors, photographers and performers to create Apollonian art that makes good on the promise that with space exploration humanity would have a complex tool for encountering difference; reflecting on human aspirations, opportunities and limits; and building future worlds.

April 4 – Orlando Solar Bears vs. Greenville Swamp Rabbits, Kia Center, 400 West Church Street, Orlando, 7PM

April 5 – Bike to Work Day 2024, SoDo Shopping Plaza, 32 West Crystal Lake Street, Orlando, 7 – 10AM, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will pedal into work on Friday, March 22, 2024, as part of the city’s annual tradition of hosting Bike to Work Day events. Riders will meet at 7 a.m. at the SoDo Shopping Plaza, then head out at 8 a.m. on a police-escorted group ride through the streets of downtown Orlando to City Hall. A Bike to Work Day celebration will be set up at City Hall Plaza beginning at 8 a.m. for downtown workers to learn more about the city’s bike projects and connect to local organizations, like Bike Walk Central Florida and the Orlando Bike Coalition.

April 5 – Downtown Historic District Architectural Walking Tour, Discover Downtown, 201 S Orange Ave, Suite 102, Orlando, 9:15 – 11AM, On the first Friday of the month from October-May, we offer a free, guided tour of the Downtown Historic District. Tours feature architectural and historic information about some of downtown Orlando’s oldest and most historic buildings and start at 9:30 a.m. at Discover Downtown – the Downtown Orlando Info Center (201 S. Orange Avenue). Tours last approximately 1.5 hours.

April 5 – Lunch & Learn: Gators, Glitz, and Gatsby, Orange County Regional History Center, 65 E. Central Blvd., Orlando, 12 – 1PM, Discover a world where palm trees swayed to the rhythm of jazz, flappers danced like there was no tomorrow, and bootlegging was the country’s worst kept secret. This month we’ll take a romp through an era that may be described as full of sunshine and shenanigans, as we discuss the 1920s Florida land boom, Gatsby at the Beacham, and more.

April 5 – Orlando Solar Bears vs. Greenville Swamp Rabbits, Kia Center, 400 West Church Street, Orlando, 7PM

April 5 & 6 – Art in Bloom, Orlando Museum of Arts, 10AM – 5PM, From art-inspired floral designs and curated antiques to demonstrations and presentations from world-renowned artists and designers.

April 6 – History Alive: Echoes of Elegance, Orange County Regional History Center, 11AM – 2PM, Step back in time for an enchanting journey through the heart of Orlando’s rich architectural heritage. Immerse yourself in history with activities exploring the stories of the buildings we see every day and those that graced the streets of our city’s past. Guided tours of the museum and exhibitions are offered at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.

April 6 – Orlando Solar Bears vs. Greenville Swamp Rabbits,  Kia Center, 400 West Church Street, Orlando, 7PM

April 6 – UCF Symphony Orchestra: Ode to Heroes, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, 7:30 – 9:30PM, A vibrant program from the UCF Symphony Orchestra and its newly-appointed conductor Robert G. Hasty showcases heroism and how it is conveyed in music.

April 6 & 7 – 35th Spring Fiesta in the Park, Lake Eola Park, celebrate the beauty of the season as hundreds of amazing artist and crafter booths surround the park to showcase unique locally made creations.

April 6 – Science Night Live, Orlando Science Center, 777 E Princeton St, Orlando, 8 – 11:30PM, There’s no age limit on curiosity, and whether you’re looking for a get-together of old friends or a fun date night out, Science Night Live is your chance to let out your inner child and experience the joy of science! Explore interactive exhibit halls, try hands-on experiments in Dr. Dare’s Lab, and catch special guest speakers.

April 7 – Orlando Magic vs. Chicago Bulls, Kia Center, 400 West Church Street, Orlando, 6PM

April 8 – Solar Eclipse Viewing Party, Orlando Science Center, 777 E Princeton St, Orlando, 10:30AM – 4:30PM, The eclipse will travel a path between Texas and Maine, so we’ll see about a 60% eclipse here in Orlando (weather permitting). Attendees will receive a pair of eclipse viewing glasses, enjoy special eclipse-themed programming, and gain exclusive access to all the Science Center’s exhibits. Tickets will only be available online and once they reach capacity, this event will be sold out.

April 8 – Solar Celebration, Orange County Regional History Center, 65 E. Central Blvd., Orlando, 2:30 – 4PM, The History Center and the Orlando Public Library are hosting a “sun”-sational gathering! Participate in this spectacular solar eclipse viewing party featuring themed games, activities, and hands-on crafts to facilitate a fascinating celestial discovery. Solar-safe sunglasses and a solar telescope for viewing will be available.

April 9 – Hint of History Workshop: Wings & Wheels of Florida, Orange County Regional History Center, 1 – 4PM, Florida is the destination of many tourists, but how do they get here? This month’s program will highlight the different types of transportation that have made Florida thrive through history! The History Center’s monthly Hint of History drop-in sessions allow families to customize their learning experience and participate in activities at their own pace. As your family explores the museum, you will find a learning opportunity geared toward that month’s theme on each floor, including a mock trial in our historic 1927 courtroom. (Note that mock trials are planned pending participant availability.) These monthly sessions offer a range of diverse topics in Central Florida history to help families supplement their studies with interactive and engaging activities. Our program is geared towards children ages 5 to 11 years old and is ideal for homeschool students, but all ages and families are welcome to join in on the fun and learning. You can register online for a discounted price or pay upon arrival. Every family member will receive an activity guidebook and a collectable bracelet that allows you to access all that our Hint of History program has to offer! Students: $8 online, $10 at the door Adults: $2 (History Center Members free) Children 4 and younger: Free

April 11 – 14 – UCF Celebrates the Arts 2024, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, April 11 – 13 at 8PM, April 14 at 2PM, UCF Celebrates the Arts is an immersive and dynamic cultural extravaganza that fuses creativity, innovation and community engagement. This annual festival showcases the artistic prowess of UCF’s faculty and students and invites the broader community to enjoy performances, exhibitions, presentations and interactive experiences. With a focus on accessibility, partnership and diverse offerings, UCF Celebrates the Arts is a unique opportunity for the community to experience the creative side of UCF’s innovative spirit. UCF Celebrates the Arts is designed to be affordable and accessible: nearly half of the events and all of the exhibitions are free. A ticket or registration is required to enter Dr. Phillips Center, however.

April 12 – 21 – Florida Film Festival, Enzian Theater, the best in current, independent and international cinema. During the 10-day gala, visitors can enjoy more than 160 films and events, including appearances by filmmakers and celebrities.

April 13 – Earth Day Community Cleanup, 9 – 11AM, In honor of Earth Day, Rep. Anna V. Eskamani is joining forces with Rep. LaVon Bracy Davis as well as O-Town Compost, to host a community clean up! We’ll be taking action in our shared vision of a cleaner and more beautiful world, and you are invited, too! We’ll supply all the clean up tools you need, though we ask that you dress comfortably with closed-toe shoes. You’re encouraged to bring a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated and reduce plastic waste. We’ll be meeting in Orlando; please RSVP for exact address!

April 13 – Motor Madness by the Orlando Car Club, Camping World Stadium, 1 Citrus Bowl Place, Orlando, 1 – 6PM, Come and share in a day filled with fun and excitement, featuring a variety of vehicles from cars to bikes to trucks. Expect trophies, music, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and so much more. Of course, no Orlando Car Club show would be complete without the famous rev battle! Don’t miss out on this massive event, there’s something for everyone at Motor Madness.

April 14 – Orlando Magic vs. Milwaukee Bucks, Kia Center, 400 West Church Street, Orlando, 1PM

April 18 – Third Thursday @ The Museum, Orange County Regional History Center, 65 E. Central Blvd., Orlando, 5 – 8PM, On the third Thursday of each month, the History Center is open late with free admission. A perfect time to experience our new interactive exhibitions.

April 19 – Orlando Pride vs. San Diego Wave FC, Inter&Co Stadium, 655 W Church Street, Orlando, 8PM

April 20 – Central Florida Earth Day, Lake Eola Park, 512 East Washington Street, Orlando, 10AM – 6PM, Central Florida Earth Day is brought to you by Vegetarians of Central Florida, a social and educational group for vegans and those aspiring to be in the Central Florida area. Central Florida Earth Day has a variety of activities and information for everyone! Music, speakers, massage, kid’s activities, and more will all be available to let you know what you can do to help your health, the animals, and the planet–while have fun doing it. Many fun and educational activities will be happening throughout the day at Central Florida Earth Day! Come out for the whole day and take in as much as you can.

April 20 – Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA of Central Florida from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. across all locations. This free event will contain a day of family-friendly fun with games, youth sports, exercise demos, aquatics activities, arts and crafts and more. Participants can also take advantage of special offers on YMCA membership, sports and camp registrations.

The Y is partnering with New Worlds Reading Initiatives to promote community literacy and provide resources to Central Florida families. There will be a guest reading of Fly Guy open to attendees and interested families can pre-register to join the initiative. Healthy Kids Day isn’t just an event – it’s a celebration of creativity, imagination and active living for kids of all ages. Additionally, this event highlights the ways the Y helps the community create and maintain healthy habits, starting with children, and combat health issues as we age.

April 21 – Sensory Sunday, Crayola Experience, 8001 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, 9 – 11AM, Sensory Sundays are offered on select dates throughout the year.  The attraction will open early at 9:00am. These special mornings are designed for kids and families who would like to experience the attraction adapted just for sensory needs: Lights will be dimmed, Music will be turned off, Quiet room available, Paper Towels available in the restrooms, Special Character appearance at 10:00am.

April 21 – Sensory Sunday: Underwater Adventures, Orange County Regional History Center, 65 E Central Blvd, Orlando 12 – 4PM, Florida’s sparkling blue waters are home to many animals, legends, and aquatic wonders. Through hands-on activities, we’ll discover what animals splash around in our waters and explore some fantastic stories in Florida lore! Presented in partnership with the Autism Society of Greater Orlando. Free admission on Sensory Sundays for ASGO members.

April 22 – Ivanhoe Village Earth Day Clean Up, Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company, 1300 Alden Rd, Orlando, 5:30 – 7:30PM, Come join us for our Earth Day clean-up event alongside the Ivanhoe Village community. This event is great for anyone. Bring out your friends, family, or anyone you know who wants to help keep Orlando beautiful. Meet in front of Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company. All needed materials and supplies will be provided. Dress for a mess, as you will be working out in the elements.

April 26 – Earth Day Work Day, City Hall Plaza, 400 South Orange Avenue, Orlando, 11AM – 1PM, Join Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and the City of Orlando’s Green Works team for Earth Day Work Day.  Downtown workers, residents and the local community are invited to enjoy their lunch outdoors at the City Hall Plaza where they will learn about sustainability and environmental stewardship. This event will feature music, games, prizes and other activities.

April 26 – Salsa Class & Salsa Party, Beardall Senior Center, 800 Delaney Avenue, Orlando, 12 – 3PM, Visit Beardall Senior Center for a day of fun salsa lessons, followed by a dance party and delicious Spanish food. You will also learn more about our resources on staying happy, healthy, and active as you age. Whether you’re already wearing your dancing shoes or simply want to watch, there is something at this event for everyone. We hope you can make it!

April 26 – Sideline Wine and Dine, Camping World Stadium, 1 Citrus Bowl Place, Orlando, Orlando’s most popular bars and eateries will take over the Camping World Stadium premium areas at our annual Sideline Wine and Dine fundraiser presented by OAI. Sample fine wines, craft beers, and delectable dishes from dozens of local favorites, with proceeds benefiting the Florida Citrus Sports Foundation’s continued K-8 educational efforts in The Communities of West Lakes near Camping World Stadium. Please note: VIP Admission receives early entry beginning at 6 p.m.

April 27 – Florida Puerto Rican Day Parade and Festival, Livingston Street, Downtown Orlando, 101 E central Boulevard, Orlando, 7AM – 11PM, The Parade and Festival promote the achievements made by Puerto Ricans in business, health, music, science, arts and government. Puerto Ricans from throughout Florida cities and surrounding states are encouraged to attend. It is a celebration of Puerto Rican culture, values, heritage and pride complete with marching bands, food, drinks and music. Friends and families of participants and spectators are invited to join in this annual celebration which is destined to become a milestone event for families from across the region and Puerto Rico to get together.

April 27 – Science of Wine, Orlando Science Center, 777 E Princeton St, Orlando, 7 – 9PM, Sip, savor and support the mission of Orlando Science Center! Uncork your inner sommelier, and scientist, at the 10th annual Science of Wine presented by Southern Glazer’s Wines and Spirits.  The Science of Wine is not just another wine tasting, but an oenological odyssey with presentations on multiple aspects of wine growing and wine tasting as well as the opportunity to sample more than 150 fine wines from the world’s most important wine regions and some of the best food from your favorite region, Central Florida!

April 27 – Orlando City vs. Toronto FC, Inter&Co Stadium, 655 W Church Street, Orlando, 7:30PM

April 28 – D.T.O Jazz Fest, Walt Disney Amphitheater, 195 N Rosalind Ave, Orlando, 12 – 7PM, Formerly known as the Miami Jazz Fest, D.T.O is making their Orlando debut as they’ve curated a performance to commemorate the love and influence of jazz across the city of Orlando and to bring their audience together for an evening of star studded lineups and incredible music. This event will bring a plethora of presentations made for a delightful evening of jazz enjoyment.

April 2 – How Does a Seed Grow?: Part of Our Earth Day Celebration, Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 11AM – 12PM, With our little hands we can make a difference and care for our environment. Let’s read, learn and play through a fun celebration for Earth Day! Recommended for ages 3-5.

April 3 – Bilingual Baby Time, Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 10:15 – 11AM, Grow your baby’s language skills with this English/Spanish storytime featuring songs, rhymes, and more. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

April 8 – Eclipse Viewing Event: Part of our Eclipse Calibrations!, Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 2 – 3PM, Join us to watch the Eclipse along with fun activities. Come join us to watch the Solar eclipse. We with have Eclipse viewing glasses to step outside and see the progress. Along with activities for the whole family.

April 9 – Teddy Bear Storytime: Celebrate National Library Week, Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 11AM – 12PM, Bring your teddy bear to the library! Interact with your teddy through stories, songs and rhymes for a one-of-a-kind story time! Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

April 10 – Artsy Toddler: Celebrate National Library Week,  Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 10:15 – 11AM, Learn new fine motor skills using paint, paste, glue, and stamps to create! Young Children will enjoy stories, songs and exploring age-appropriate art experiences. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

April 11 – Plant Clinic, Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 11:30AM – 1:30PM, Bring your plants and ask questions! Master Gardener Volunteers from the UF/IFAS Orange County Extension Office will be available to answer your gardening questions.

April 11 – Alafaya Book Club: Celebrate National Library Week, Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 5 – 6PM, The Alafaya Book Club’s April selection is the classic “Emma” by Jane Austen.

April 11 – Grand Rapids Rise vs Orlando Valkyries, Addition Financial Arena, 7PM

April 13 – Spring Fun Run, Town Park, 3651 Avalon Park East Blvd., Orlando, 7 – 10AM, This race will be bringing a unique fundraising opportunity for local schools and organizations by registering as a team! So, gather your group, pick a team name and get registered. The team with the most participants will receive a contribution back to their organization!

April 13 – Absolutely Avalon, Downtown Avalon Park, 5 – 9PM, Laser Light Show • Bounce Park • Food Trucks • Cultural Performances • Donate Life Pinwheel Presentation RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon Tethered Rides • Artisan, Craft & Business Vendors

April 14 – Family Storytime, Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 2 – 2:25PM, Storytime is the right time for family time. Reading together is a wonderful way to bond and learn from one another. Bring your families together for fun stories that are designed for all ages.

April 14 – San Diego Mojo vs Orlando Valkyries, Addition Financial Arena, 7PM

April 16 – Bluey Storytime!: Part of Bluey Week, Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 11AM – 12PM, Mom! Dad! Bingo! Bluey! And all our friends are invited to join us for stories, crafts, and songs inspired by “Bluey.”

April 16 – DIY Bob Bilby: Part of Bluey Week, Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 4 – 5PM, Make your own Bob Bilby puppet using felt, glue, and lots of imagination. Recommended for families with children 5 and up.

April 16 – Lego Science: Earthquake Simulator (10-12), Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 4:30 – 5:30PM, Explore science and engineering with LEGOs! Learn about earthquakes, and how we can build buildings to withstand different magnitudes while building your own earthquake simulator.

April 17 – Dance Mode: Part of Bluey Week, Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 10:15 – 11AM, Get ready to move and groove to all the best songs from Bluey! Recommended for ages 3-5.

April 18 – Happy Habitats: Part of Bluey Week, Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 4 – 5PM, Learn about habitats, plants, and animals through books and crafts. As part of Bluey Week, this month we’re learning about Australia. Registration required for each child. Recommended for ages 6-8.

April 19 – Calypso’s Classroom: Part of Bluey Week, Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 11:45AM – 12:30PM, Join us in Calypso’s classroom, where little ones can explore and tinker while engaging in imaginative play. Recommended for ages 0-5.

April 19 – Bluey Mugs: Part of Bluey Week, Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 4:30 – 5:30PM, Adult Bluey fans, this one’s for you! Come discuss your favorite Bluey moments while painting your own Bluey-inspired mug. Ages 18 and up.

April 20 – Petal Paws Pet Show, Town Park in Avalon Park, 3651 Avalon Park E Blvd, Orlando, 9 – 11AM, join us at Avalon Park for a chance to find a new best friend and support local vendors! Starting at 9:30 AM, show off your own pets in our pet show categories or come watch and vote for your favorites!

April 20 – Bluey Storytime!: Part of Bluey Week, Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 11AM – 12PM, Mom! Dad! Bingo! Bluey! And all our friends are invited to join us for stories, crafts, and songs inspired by “Bluey.”

April 20 – Trifficult Trivia: Part of Bluey Week, Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 4 – 5PM, Are you a Bluey super fan? Do you know the name of Bluey’s garden gnome husband? What’s Bandit’s job? Test your knowledge against other adult Bluey fans! Recommended for adults.

April 21 – Food Truck Night, Downtown Avalon Park, 5 – 8PM, There will be music on the stage and 20 delicious trucks to choose from!

April 21 – Atlanta Vibe vs Orlando Valkyries, Addition Financial Arena, 2PM

April 23 – Aladdin Storytime: Part of Arab American Heritage Month, Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 11AM – 12PM, Jump on your magic carpet for an Aladdin themed storytime, inspired by the original Arabic tale and Disney movie. Enter the Cave of Wonders for stories, games, and crafts. Recommended for ages 3-5.

April 24 – Shadow Puppets: Part of Arab American Heritage Month, Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 4 – 5PM, Learn about the art of khayal al-zill (shadow play) and make your own shadow puppet! Recommended for ages 8-12. Registration required.

April 27 – READing Paws, Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 11AM – 12PM, The Reading Education Assistance Dogs® [R.E.A.D.] program improves children’s reading and communication skills by employing a powerful method: reading to a therapy dog. Recommended for ages 6-12.

April 29 – Yarnfiti Community Art Project: Enchanted Forest, Alafaya Branch Library,12000 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, 3 – 4:30PM, Fiber artists, share in the magic of making as we create an enchanted forest of handcrafted art. Join in on the fun and create a flower or anything related to our theme. Yarnfiti is an annual community-created art installation. This year, in addition to knitting and crochet, contributors are invited to submit projects from a variety of crafts including, sewing, embroidery, weaving and more!  Classes and meetups will be available to help collaborate on pieces from suggested patterns. Contributors are also encouraged to submit creations of their own design. Bring your own supplies to either donate your creation or keep it for yourself.

April 2 – Music and Movement, North Orange Branch Library, 1211 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, 11 – 11:45AM, Get ready to wiggle and move with scarves, ribbons and a parachute. Practice gross motor movements and have fun with friends. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

April 3 – Wine & Paint, Wekiva Island, 6 – 8PM, Join our very talented Artist, Elisabeth Ferber and let her guide you step by step through creating your own masterpiece! 2 glasses of wine, all your supplies and gourmet charcuterie are included for only $40! Reservations are required. Limited Reservations are available. *No refunds or reschedules permitted 7 days before event*

April 4 – Yoga for Adults, North Orange Branch Library, 1211 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, 1 – 2PM, Yoga is for everyone: male & female; young & elderly; non-flexible and active! Attendees are encouraged to dress in comfortable clothing and bring your own mat. Designed for adults and seniors. Join Michelle from Soul-Ga Yoga for this restorative session to improve patience, increase relaxation, create awareness along with many other positive life enhancements. You will learn breathing techniques designed to ease stress as well as deep stretching movements to release all tensions. All levels welcome. Designed for adults and seniors.

April 5 – Sounds of Wekiva, Wekiva Island, 7 – 11PM, live at The Island. Hear great music while enjoying your favorite beer and wine from The Tooting Otter Bar. Featuring: Davey Schweizer with Life on Mars!

April 6 – GR8 to DON8 5k/8k Run for Organ Donation, 7AM, GR8 to DON8 5k/8k Run for Organ Donation celebrates 14 years of honoring Donor Heroes and raising support for the life-saving mission of organ and tissue donation. 2024? You got to be kidney me! This banner year we highlight the great need for kidney donation. Many people awaiting a lifesaving organ transplant cannot receive one because of a shortage of donations. Of the 103,376 Americans currently on the waiting list, more than 88,611 need a kidney—but only approximately 17,000 people receive a kidney each year. Let’s run for organ donation on April 6th to raise awareness for the importance of registering your wishes as a life-saving organ, eye and tissue donor. We hope to see you at the 2024 GR8 to DON8 5k/8k Run for Organ Donation. The BEST year yet. We’re not kidney around.

April 6 – Apopka Health & Fitness Fest featuring Vegan Food Popups, Kit Land Nelson Park, 10 S Forest Avenue, Apopka, 10AM – 4PM, Join the City of Apopka as we welcome you to the 17th Annual Health & Fitness Fest featuring Vegan Food Popups.

April 6 – 7 – Great American Camp Out, Reiter Park, 311 Warren Avenue, Longwood, 3:30PM – 9AM, Camp under the stars at Reiter Park!

April 6 – Saturday Sounds Concert Series (Free Concert), Apopka Amphitheater, 3710 Jason Dwelley Parkway, Apopka, 5 – 7PM, The City is proud to host this free family-friendly concert series (on select dates) at the Apopka Amphitheater.  Be sure to bring blankets and chairs for our lawn area.

April 6 – Sounds of Wekiva, Wekiva Island, 7 – 11PM, live at The Island. Hear great music while enjoying your favorite beer and wine from The Tooting Otter Bar. Featuring: Jeff Howell

April 8 – Eclipse Viewing Party: Part of Our Eclipse Celebrations, North Orange Branch Library, 1211 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, 2:30 – 3:30PM, Receive your very own pair of eclipse viewing glasses, participate in activities, and step outside to view the eclipse live. Recommended for families with children aged 5 and up.

April 9 – Pom Pom Party, North Orange Branch Library, 1211 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, 11AM – 12PM, What can you do with a pom pom? Come party with us and discover all kinds of ways to use those fluffy, puffy pom poms! Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

April 10 – ZOOper Heroes: Central Florida Zoo, North Orange Branch Library, 1211 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, 3:30 – 4:30PM, Investigate the world of superheroes with special animal abilities. Discover what kind of adaptations it takes to be Spiderman, Batman, and Catwoman! Recommended for families with children ages 0-12.

April 10 – Open Mic Night, Wekiva Island, 5 – 7PM, Open Mic, hosted by “The Rowdy Jameson Band”.Bring your musical talent and join in the fun! Hear great music while enjoying your favorite beer and wine from The Tooting Otter Bar.

April 11 – Yoga for Adults, North Orange Branch Library, 1211 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, 1 – 2PM, Yoga is for everyone: male & female; young & elderly; non-flexible and active! Attendees are encouraged to dress in comfortable clothing and bring your own mat. Designed for adults and seniors. Join Michelle from Soul-Ga Yoga for this restorative session to improve patience, increase relaxation, create awareness along with many other positive life enhancements. You will learn breathing techniques designed to ease stress as well as deep stretching movements to release all tensions. All levels welcome. Designed for adults and seniors.

April 12 – Sounds of Wekiva, Wekiva Island, 7 – 11PM, live at The Island. Hear great music while enjoying your favorite beer and wine from The Tooting Otter Bar. Featuring: Alana Cavanaugh

April 13 – Health and Wellness Event, Community Building, 200 W Warren Avenue, Longwood, 10:30AM – 1:30PM, Free Health and Wellness Community Event. Families welcome. Raffles and Giveaways. Free Screenings

April 13 – Food Truck Battle/Concert in the Park featuring Speed Limit 70, Reiter Park, 311 Warren Avenue, Longwood, 4 – 9PM, Food Truck Battle and Live Music! Live music by Speed Limit 70! Over 10 Food Trucks!

April 13 – Sounds of Wekiva, Wekiva Island, 7 – 11PM, live at The Island. Hear great music while enjoying your favorite beer and wine from The Tooting Otter Bar. Featuring: The Healing Collective

April 18 – Earth Day, Hooray!, North Orange Branch Library, 1211 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, 11AM – 12PM, It’s never too early to start learning about protecting our planet! Enjoy nature-friendly stories, crafts and activities with your little one. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

April 18 – Yoga for Adults, North Orange Branch Library, 1211 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, 1 – 2PM, Yoga is for everyone: male & female; young & elderly; non-flexible and active! Attendees are encouraged to dress in comfortable clothing and bring your own mat. Designed for adults and seniors. Join Michelle from Soul-Ga Yoga for this restorative session to improve patience, increase relaxation, create awareness along with many other positive life enhancements. You will learn breathing techniques designed to ease stress as well as deep stretching movements to release all tensions. All levels welcome. Designed for adults and seniors.

April 18 – Perler Bead Accessories and More, North Orange Branch Library, 1211 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, 4:30 – 6PM, Create pixelated art with perler beads by designing your very own accessories. Make earrings, a keychain or a magnet with your own flair. Celebrate the earth by making nature inspired designs.

April 19 – Sounds of Wekiva, Wekiva Island, 7 – 11PM, live at The Island. Hear great music while enjoying your favorite beer and wine from The Tooting Otter Bar. Featuring: Scott Davidson

April 20 – Cookies & Milk with a Cop, North Orange Branch Library, 1211 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, 11AM – 12PM, Bring your kids to meet our local police officers and enjoy a story, cookies and milk! This series will be a great chance to interact with Apopka officers in a fun and informative environment. Food will be served at this event; Please see staff about specific needs concerning food allergies.

April 20 – Saturday Sounds Concert Series (Free Concert), Apopka Amphitheater, 3710 Jason Dwelley Parkway, Apopka, 5 – 7PM, The City is proud to host this free family-friendly concert series (on select dates) at the Apopka Amphitheater.  Be sure to bring blankets and chairs for our lawn area.

April 20 – Sounds of Wekiva, Wekiva Island, 7 – 11PM, live at The Island. Hear great music while enjoying your favorite beer and wine from The Tooting Otter Bar. Featuring: Jason Thomas & Billy Barnes

April 20 – Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA of Central Florida from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. across all locations. This free event will contain a day of family-friendly fun with games, youth sports, exercise demos, aquatics activities, arts and crafts and more. Participants can also take advantage of special offers on YMCA membership, sports and camp registrations.

The Y is partnering with New Worlds Reading Initiatives to promote community literacy and provide resources to Central Florida families. There will be a guest reading of Fly Guy open to attendees and interested families can pre-register to join the initiative. Healthy Kids Day isn’t just an event – it’s a celebration of creativity, imagination and active living for kids of all ages. Additionally, this event highlights the ways the Y helps the community create and maintain healthy habits, starting with children, and combat health issues as we age.

April 23 – Baby’s First Galaxy Art, North Orange Branch Library, 1211 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, 11AM – 12PM, Dress for a mess! Your baby will use edible paint to create their first interstellar masterpiece. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

April 24 – Open Mic Night, Wekiva Island, 5 – 7PM, Open Mic, hosted by “The Rowdy Jameson Band”.Bring your musical talent and join in the fun! Hear great music while enjoying your favorite beer and wine from The Tooting Otter Bar.

April 25 – D is for Dinosaur, North Orange Branch Library, 1211 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, 11AM – 12PM, Dino time is near; let’s give a roaring cheer! We are off on a dinosaur adventure using stories and activities while experiencing a good time together! Recommended for ages 3-5.

April 25 – Yoga for Adults, North Orange Branch Library, 1211 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, 1 – 2PM, Yoga is for everyone: male & female; young & elderly; non-flexible and active! Attendees are encouraged to dress in comfortable clothing and bring your own mat. Designed for adults and seniors. Join Michelle from Soul-Ga Yoga for this restorative session to improve patience, increase relaxation, create awareness along with many other positive life enhancements. You will learn breathing techniques designed to ease stress as well as deep stretching movements to release all tensions. All levels welcome. Designed for adults and seniors.

April 26 – Sounds of Wekiva, Wekiva Island, 7 – 11PM, live at The Island. Hear great music while enjoying your favorite beer and wine from The Tooting Otter Bar. Featuring: Radio Road Show

April 27 & 28 – Apopka Art & Foliage Festival 2024, Kit Land Nelson Park, 10 S Forest Avenue, Apopka, Ap[ril 27: 9AM – 5PM, April 28: 10AM – 4PM, The Apopka Woman’s Club in partnership with City of Apopka invites you to the 62nd Annual Apopka Art and Foliage Festival! This is a FREE family-friendly event.

April 27 – 2nd Annual Walk for Autism Awareness & Inclusion, Reiter Park, 311 Warren Avenue, Longwood, 11AM – 1PM, Bounce House, Splash Pad, Water Slide, Comic Book and Cartoon Characters and Therapy Animals. Free Event T-shirts. Free Noise Cancelling Headphones. Free Food. Over 40 Autism Friendly Vendors.

April 27 – Sounds of Wekiva, Wekiva Island, 7 – 11PM, live at The Island. Hear great music while enjoying your favorite beer and wine from The Tooting Otter Bar. Featuring: The Alan Carr Project

April 2 – 30 – Arts in April 2024, a series of events throughout the month for the community to explore and create art, as well as raise awareness for the local arts community. April 2 — June 1, Tuesday – Friday: 11AM – 5PM, Saturday: 10AM – 4PM, SOBO Art Gallery, 127 S. Boyd Street. Free.

April 2 – Trivia Night at Crooked Can Brewing, 426 W. Plant St., Winter Garden, 7:30 – 9:30PM, Back to the Future Themed night

April 4 – Ocoee Community Market, Ocoee Lakeshore Center, 125 N. Lakeshore Drive, Ocoee, 5 – 9PM

April 5 – Friday on the Plaza, Downtown Winter Garden, Centennial Plaza Gazebo, Come enjoy live music every Friday night on the Plaza. Sound Traveler Band (Acoustic, Pop)

April 6 – Adventures in Parrotdise: A Jimmy Buffet Tribute, Clermont Performing Arts Center, 3500 S HWY 27, Clermont, 7 -9PM, Jimmy Buffet’s music can take you to paradise, and so can Barrie Cunningham’s Jimmy Buffett Tribute, Adventures in Parrotdise!

April 6 & 7 – Spring Fever in the Garden, Historic Downtown Winter Garden, Saturday, April 6: 9AM – 5PM, Sunday, April 7: 10AM – 4PM, The annual ode to spring event is a favorite of locals and visitors alike with gardening vendors lining the downtown streets, in addition to entertainment for all ages.

April 7 – Pure Barre on the Silo Lawn, Crooked Can Brewing, 426 W. Plant St., Winter Garden, 10 – 11AM

April 9 – Trivia Night at Crooked Can Brewing, 426 W. Plant St., Winter Garden, 7:30 – 9:30PM

April 12 – Friday on the Plaza, Downtown Winter Garden, Centennial Plaza Gazebo, Come enjoy live music every Friday night on the Plaza. Bird Dog Bobby (Blues)

April 12 & 13 – 2024 Ocoee Music Festival, Bill Breeze Park, 125 N. Lakeshore Drive, Ocoee, Friday acts start at 6PM, Saturday acts start at 4PM, The Ocoee Music Festival (formerly Ocoee Founders’ Day Festival) is dedicated to celebrating Ocoee’s small town traditions with music, community, small businesses, and fun. Over the past 30 years, we have seen our Festival grow from a few hundred to 40,000 attendees. Enjoy an array of festival food, carnival rides for the kids, a unique marketplace, beer garden, and epic musical performances. NO PETS. NO COOLERS. NO BACKPACKS OR LARGE BAGS. Any other bags will be subject to random searches.

April 13 – Annual Chick-Fil-A 5k, Downtown Ocoee off McKey Street, 7:30AM, The City of Ocoee and Chick-fil-A will host its 13th Annual 5K on April 13, starting at 7:30 am. There will also be a free Kids Fun Run, vendors, and other activities.

April 14 – Our Cause 4 Paws on the Main Patio, Crooked Can Brewing, 426 W. Plant St., Winter Garden, 11AM – 3PM

April 16 – Trivia Night at Crooked Can Brewing, 426 W. Plant St., Winter Garden, 7:30 – 9:30PM

April 19 – Friday on the Plaza, Downtown Winter Garden, Centennial Plaza Gazebo, Come enjoy live music every Friday night on the Plaza. Renegade Fusion (Country)

April 20 – Earth Day Festival and Lake Clean Up, Lake Hiawatha, 450 12th Street, West of the Roundabout, Clermont, 7:30AM – 12PM, Join us for this free way to celebrate Earth Day as a community. Featuring a Lake Clean up with Environmental education, kids zone, DJ, and more!  Lake Cleanup will be from 7:30AM – 10:30AM. Earth Day Festival will be from 9:00AM – 12:00PM.

April 20 – Piano Men: Generations, Clermont Performing Arts Center, 3500 S HWY 27, Clermont, 7 – 9PM, Piano Men: Generations celebrates the musical influences of Billy Joel and Elton John, brought to you by the amazing father and son team of Terry and Nick Davies.

April 20 – Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA of Central Florida from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. across all locations. This free event will contain a day of family-friendly fun with games, youth sports, exercise demos, aquatics activities, arts and crafts and more. Participants can also take advantage of special offers on YMCA membership, sports and camp registrations.

The Y is partnering with New Worlds Reading Initiatives to promote community literacy and provide resources to Central Florida families. There will be a guest reading of Fly Guy open to attendees and interested families can pre-register to join the initiative. Healthy Kids Day isn’t just an event – it’s a celebration of creativity, imagination and active living for kids of all ages. Additionally, this event highlights the ways the Y helps the community create and maintain healthy habits, starting with children, and combat health issues as we age.

April 21 – Central Florida Power Yoga on the Silo Lawn, Crooked Can Brewing, 426 W. Plant St., Winter Garden, 10 – 11AM

April 23 – Trivia Night at Crooked Can Brewing, 426 W. Plant St., Winter Garden, 7:30 – 9:30PM

April 26 – Friday on the Plaza, Downtown Winter Garden, Centennial Plaza Gazebo, Come enjoy live music every Friday night on the Plaza. Bryant and Holloway (Folk, Americana)

April 29 – Books on Tap in the Barrel Room, Crooked Can Brewing, 426 W. Plant St., Winter Garden, 6 – 8PM, Book fair fun – now with your favorite beer! Come for an exciting evening filled with goodies, brewskis and yes, books! Let’s get crooked!

April 30 – Trivia Night at Crooked Can Brewing, 426 W. Plant St., Winter Garden, 7:30 – 9:30PM

April 3 – Altamonte Fit Club, Park Plaza, 274 Cranes Roost Boulevard, Altamonte Springs, 6:30 – 7:30PM, It’s time to think outside the gym! Join us in the park on Wednesday evenings for free fitness classes brought to you by the City of Altamonte Springs, Emerson International, Inc. and AdventHealth. Class Description: Work up a sweat and build strength utilizing only your body weight. Each class includes body weight boot camp followed by yoga stretches to relax and refresh. Exercise modifications are provided to accommodate all fitness levels. No equipment is needed, but participants are encouraged to bring a fitness mat, towel and water.

April 4 – World of Spice, City Library of Altamonte Springs, 281 Maitland Ave., Altamonte Springs, 5:30 – 6:30PM, The City Library invites you to explore the World of Spice, a free monthly series introducing patrons to the history, uses and fun facts about spices you may have never used. It’s time to liven up your recipes and learn about the many flavors that can add zing to your next meal. These adult classes are held on the first Thursday of the month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Join us and receive a unique spice kit each month which includes the featured spice and a recipe card.

April 5 & 6 – Maitland Jazz and Blues Festival, Independence Square, 6 – 10:30PM on Friday and 2 – 10:30PM on Saturday, The 2024 Maitland Jazz and Blues Festival presented by Duke Energy will bring together an eclectic mix of soulful music from some of the best local and touring artists April 5 and 6 on Independence Lane. The city’s biggest music event of the year features 12 bands on two stages along with great food and drinks, crafts and vendors and lots of kids activities. General admission is free.

April 10 – Altamonte Fit Club, Park Plaza, 274 Cranes Roost Boulevard, Altamonte Springs, 6:30 – 7:30PM, It’s time to think outside the gym! Join us in the park on Wednesday evenings for free fitness classes brought to you by the City of Altamonte Springs, Emerson International, Inc. and AdventHealth. Class Description: Work up a sweat and build strength utilizing only your body weight. Each class includes body weight boot camp followed by yoga stretches to relax and refresh. Exercise modifications are provided to accommodate all fitness levels. No equipment is needed, but participants are encouraged to bring a fitness mat, towel and water.

April 13 – Dance Mode: A Bluey Party, Maitland Public Library, 2:30 – 4:30PM

April 17 – Altamonte Fit Club, Park Plaza, 274 Cranes Roost Boulevard, Altamonte Springs, 6:30 – 7:30PM, It’s time to think outside the gym! Join us in the park on Wednesday evenings for free fitness classes brought to you by the City of Altamonte Springs, Emerson International, Inc. and AdventHealth. Class Description: Work up a sweat and build strength utilizing only your body weight. Each class includes body weight boot camp followed by yoga stretches to relax and refresh. Exercise modifications are provided to accommodate all fitness levels. No equipment is needed, but participants are encouraged to bring a fitness mat, towel and water.

April 19 – Uptown Vibes, Cranes Roost Park, 274 Cranes Roost Boulevard, Altamonte Springs, Experience The Dueling Pianos Extravaganza Show with the power of two grand pianos backed by a live drummer. They will have you dancing in your seats. The event also features food, games and specialty vendors unique gifts, artisanal goods and more. Food and beverages available for purchase. Admission is free! Featured Artist: The Dueling Pianos.

April 20 – Sunset Cinema, Park Plaza, 274 Cranes Roost Boulevard, Altamonte Springs, 7 – 10PM, Join us for a pink-out showing of the blockbuster hit, “Barbie.” Come out in your favorite pink to this free movie screening, while enjoying Barbie-inspired photo opportunities and interactive games, along with food and merchandise vendors.

April 20 – Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA of Central Florida from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. across all locations. This free event will contain a day of family-friendly fun with games, youth sports, exercise demos, aquatics activities, arts and crafts and more. Participants can also take advantage of special offers on YMCA membership, sports and camp registrations.

The Y is partnering with New Worlds Reading Initiatives to promote community literacy and provide resources to Central Florida families. There will be a guest reading of Fly Guy open to attendees and interested families can pre-register to join the initiative. Healthy Kids Day isn’t just an event – it’s a celebration of creativity, imagination and active living for kids of all ages. Additionally, this event highlights the ways the Y helps the community create and maintain healthy habits, starting with children, and combat health issues as we age.

April 24 – Altamonte Fit Club, Park Plaza, 274 Cranes Roost Boulevard, Altamonte Springs, 6:30 – 7:30PM, It’s time to think outside the gym! Join us in the park on Wednesday evenings for free fitness classes brought to you by the City of Altamonte Springs, Emerson International, Inc. and AdventHealth. Class Description: Work up a sweat and build strength utilizing only your body weight. Each class includes body weight boot camp followed by yoga stretches to relax and refresh. Exercise modifications are provided to accommodate all fitness levels. No equipment is needed, but participants are encouraged to bring a fitness mat, towel and water.

April 1 – One Blood: Donate @ WPL, Winter Park Library, 1052 W Morse Blvd., Winter Park, 11AM – 4PM, One Blood’s Little Red Bus will be in the south Library parking lot from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm welcoming blood donations from donors 16 years old and older.

April 1 – Pajama Time, Winter Park Library, 1052 W Morse Blvd., Winter Park, 7 – 7:30PM, Ages 2-5. Wear your favorite pair of pajamas and join Ms. Shanna for an evening of stories, songs and rhymes designed to build letter knowledge, vocabulary and narrative skills. We encourage full and active participation of accompanying adults. Please enroll per child and list younger siblings names and ages in the notes.

April 5 – Baldwin Park First Fridays, Baldwin Park, 4982 New Broad St., Orlando, 5:30 – 9:30PM, Unforgettable nights of shopping and dining with music in the beautiful Baldwin Park. With over 40 small business vendors offering a wide range of products, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

April 6 – City-wide Earth Month and Great American Cleanup, 9AM – 11PM, In honor of Earth Month and as a part of the nation-wide Great American Cleanup, volunteer to cleanup one of five locations city-wide: MLK Park, Ward Park, Dowtown Winter Park neighborhoods, Baldwin park, Howell Branch Preserve. Volunteer to clean up litter around the park (including surrounding neighborhood). Supplies (safety vests, gloves, and trash bags) will be provided. Water cooler provided – please bring a reusable bottle! Walking, biking and carpooling are encouraged. We will meet behind the Events Center at the Unity Bridge.

April 6 – Park It at the Market, Winter Park Farmer’s Market, Winter Park, 10:30 – 11AM, Ages 2-5 years. Preschoolers will listen and learn through stories, song, and play. We encourage full and active participation of the accompanying adult. Bring your own blanket to sit on the ground. No enrollment required. *Please Note: the Winter Park Farmers Market is currently located in the Central Park West Meadow, located on the corner of New York Avenue and Morse Boulevard. Look for the Winter Park Library Book Bike and purple feather flag.

April 6 – Drinks Along The Drive, Edgewater Drive, College Park, Enjoy a fun afternoon with College Park Main Street & participating businesses in a wine & beverage tasting along Edgewater Drive!Each stop along the walk has a featured wine, beer or seltzer curated by our new local wine & spirits shop – The Good Pour. Enjoy a sampling while meeting new neighbors, discovering great small businesses & showing your support for our community. There are approximately 15 drink stops each providing a tasting of featured beverages! Enjoy live music in Albert Park, and other surprises along the drive! One dollar from each ticket sold will benefit The Edible Education Experience! This is a limited event! Tickets are $20 in advance and must be purchased in advance. No day of event tickets will be available.Please participate responsibly.This is a rain-or-shine event. No refunds will be given.

April 7 – Yoga in the Garden, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 South Denning Drive, Winter Park, 5PM, Join us for yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature. Location: meet on The Grove Stage 10 minutes prior to start time. (Follow the shell stone path to the left of the public restrooms north to the Grove Stage.)

April 8 – Pajama Time, Winter Park Library, 1052 W Morse Blvd., Winter Park, 7 – 7:30PM, Ages 2-5. Wear your favorite pair of pajamas and join Ms. Shanna for an evening of stories, songs and rhymes designed to build letter knowledge, vocabulary and narrative skills. We encourage full and active participation of accompanying adults. Please enroll per child and list younger siblings names and ages in the notes.

April 10 – Angel Paws to Read, Winter Park Library, 1052 W Morse Blvd., Winter Park, 3:30 – 4PM, Students age 5+ may read to a therapy dog and earn paw stamps towards free books. Enrollment required per child. Someone will check you in to confirm your reservation. Please only register for either the 3:30 pm or 4:00 pm session.

April 11 – Popcorn Flicks in the Park, Central Park Main Stage, 11 South Park Avenue, Winter Park, 7PM, Movie Title – TBA, This film series features classic films for the whole family. We encourage you to bring a blanket, a picnic or snacks, and some family and friends.

April 13 – Summer Celebration, Winter Park Library, 1052 W Morse Blvd., Winter Park, 2 – 3PM, Ages 5+. Gear up for summer with campfire snacks and stories of adventure.  Presenter: Storytellers of Central Florida

April 14 – Yoga in the Garden, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 South Denning Drive, Winter Park, 5PM, Join us for yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature. Location: meet on The Grove Stage 10 minutes prior to start time. (Follow the shell stone path to the left of the public restrooms north to the Grove Stage.)

April 15 – Pajama Time, Winter Park Library, 1052 W Morse Blvd., Winter Park, 7 – 7:30PM, Ages 2-5. Wear your favorite pair of pajamas and join Ms. Shanna for an evening of stories, songs and rhymes designed to build letter knowledge, vocabulary and narrative skills. We encourage full and active participation of accompanying adults. Please enroll per child and list younger siblings names and ages in the notes.

April 17 – Kids Cooking Club: Cookie Dough, Winter Park Library, 1052 W Morse Blvd., Winter Park, 3:30 – 4:30PM, Grades K-5. Kids are taking over the kitchen in this monthly series! Learn basic food safety and cooking skills in this fun with food hands-on experience.  Enrollment per child required. Siblings outside the designated age group may not attend.

April 18 – Mastering Gardening Basics: Plant Propagation, Winter Park Library, 1052 W Morse Blvd., Winter Park, 6 – 7PM, Learn the basics of plant propagation from Master Gardener volunteer Dena Wild. It is easy and inexpensive to add plants to landscapes and gardens using methods starting plants from seeds as well as growing from stem cuttings.

April 20 – Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA of Central Florida from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. across all locations. This free event will contain a day of family-friendly fun with games, youth sports, exercise demos, aquatics activities, arts and crafts and more. Participants can also take advantage of special offers on YMCA membership, sports and camp registrations.

The Y is partnering with New Worlds Reading Initiatives to promote community literacy and provide resources to Central Florida families. There will be a guest reading of Fly Guy open to attendees and interested families can pre-register to join the initiative. Healthy Kids Day isn’t just an event – it’s a celebration of creativity, imagination and active living for kids of all ages. Additionally, this event highlights the ways the Y helps the community create and maintain healthy habits, starting with children, and combat health issues as we age.

April 21 – College Park Cleanup, 11AM – 1PM, Please join College Park Main Street’s Design Committee for a College Park Cleanup day! The Committee works with members of the community and local groups to keep the Drive and surrounding areas clean, and we could use your help. Come alone, or bring a friend, family member, and neighbor and let’s work together to keep College Park looking its best!

April 21 – Paint Party, Winter Park Library, 1052 W Morse Blvd., Winter Park, 2 – 3PM, Grades 5-7. Make an original piece of artwork with acrylic paints and canvas. All supplies and party snacks provided by the library. Dress for mess.

April 21 – Yoga in the Garden, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 South Denning Drive, Winter Park, 5PM, Join us for yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature. Location: meet on The Grove Stage 10 minutes prior to start time. (Follow the shell stone path to the left of the public restrooms north to the Grove Stage.)

April 22 – Pajama Time, Winter Park Library, 1052 W Morse Blvd., Winter Park, 7 – 7:30PM, Ages 2-5. Wear your favorite pair of pajamas and join Ms. Shanna for an evening of stories, songs and rhymes designed to build letter knowledge, vocabulary and narrative skills. We encourage full and active participation of accompanying adults. Please enroll per child and list younger siblings names and ages in the notes.

April 24 – Angel Paws to Read, Winter Park Library, 1052 W Morse Blvd., Winter Park, 3:30 – 4PM, Students age 5+ may read to a therapy dog and earn paw stamps towards free books. Enrollment required per child. Someone will check you in to confirm your reservation. Please only register for either the 3:30 pm or 4:00 pm session.

April 28 – Kid Prom, Winter Park Library, 1052 W Morse Blvd., Winter Park, 3 – 5PM, Preschool – Grade 4. Experience Teen Advisory Board’s magical kid prom. Support not only their scholarship fund but also give your little ones the time of their life with food, games, karaoke, and more. $10/kid.

April 28 – Yoga in the Garden, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 South Denning Drive, Winter Park, 5PM, Join us for yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature. Location: meet on The Grove Stage 10 minutes prior to start time. (Follow the shell stone path to the left of the public restrooms north to the Grove Stage.)

April 29 – Pajama Time, Winter Park Library, 1052 W Morse Blvd., Winter Park, 7 – 7:30PM, Ages 2-5. Wear your favorite pair of pajamas and join Ms. Shanna for an evening of stories, songs and rhymes designed to build letter knowledge, vocabulary and narrative skills. We encourage full and active participation of accompanying adults. Please enroll per child and list younger siblings names and ages in the notes.

April 5 – Friday Night Bites, Wes Crile Park, 1537 Norbert Terrace, Deltona,  4:30 – 8:30PM, Join us for Friday Night Bites from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM! Indulge in a variety of delicious cuisines and treats while enjoying the evening vibes. Don’t miss out on the flavorful experience!

April 6 & 7 – Sebring Soda Festival, Sebring Downtown Historic District, 10AM – 9PM, Come celebrate the 6th anniversary of the Sebring Soda Festival, April 6-7, 2024 in downtown Sebring. With a family-friendly party atmosphere, more than 200 craft sodas to sample, craft beer & wine, live music and festive food, this is the fizziest festival in all of Florida. The Soda Fest will feature traditional sodas, like colas, ginger ales, root beers, and cream sodas, plus countless unique sodas you can’t find in stores, including flavors like caramel apple, prickly pear, espresso, peach cobbler, candied bacon, key lime, cucumber, pepper soda, and more. And everyone loves to re-visit the many vintage favorites featured at the festival, such as Cheerwine, Moxie and RC Cola. Free to attend, must purchase coupons for soda tastings.

April 6 – DeLand Craft Beer Festival, Downtown DeLand, 1 – 4PM, This year’s event will include live music, a food truck, along with more than 200 beers! Proceeds benefit the MainStreet DeLand Association, a 501(c)(3) not for profit. General admission is $40, VIP experience is $70.  Must be 21+ to enter. ID is required for entry. No children, infants, or pets other than service animals are permitted into the festival.

April 10 – Wine, Women & Chocolate, Downtown DeLand, 5 – 7:45PM, Here’s how it works: walk into any participating shop and ask for a Passport. Start collecting stamps/signatures no earlier than 5:00pm and make sure you are at The Abbey Bar (117 N. Woodland Blvd.) by 7:45pm. Drawing for prizes will begin at 8:00pm inside The Abbey Bar. You must be present to win prizes. If you arrive dressed to the theme, you will receive a raffle ticket for another chance at a prize!

April 12 – Friday Night Bites, The Center at Deltona, 1640 Dr. M.L.K. Blvd, Deltona, 4:30 – 8:30PM, Join us for Friday Night Bites from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM! Indulge in a variety of delicious cuisines and treats while enjoying the evening vibes. Don’t miss out on the flavorful experience!

April 12 – 30 – The Athens Theatre Company Presents: Rent, Athens Theatre, 124 North Florida Avenue, DeLand, 7:30PM, Since its 1996 debut, Jonathan Larson’s musical, Rent, has been awarded four Tony Awards and the Pulitzer Prize! For almost 30 years, it has been enthralling audiences with its story of love, loss, and hope set against the backdrop of New York’s Lower East Side during the onslaught of the HIV/AIDS epidemic of the 1980s and 1990s. Loosely based on Puccini’s La Bohème, the show follows a group of impoverished artists and musicians as they navigate their way through a year of challenges and triumphs, all while trying to make a life for themselves in the city that never sleeps. Over its almost four-decade-long run, Rent has been praised for its frank and honest portrayal of addiction, mental illness, and disease, as well as its hopeful message of love and acceptance. The musical has resonated with audiences all over the world, and although it is now widely recognized as a theatre classic, its popularity continues to grow. Rent reminds us all that the only way we should be measuring the seasons of our life is in “Seasons of Love!”

April 13 – DeLandapalooza, Downtown DeLand, 1PM – 1AM, A 12 hour Original Music & Art Festival consisting of: Rock, Folk, Blues, Americana, Jazz, Country, Metal and more in Downtown DeLand.

April 19 – Friday Night Bites, Wes Crile Park, 1537 Norbert Terrace, Deltona,  4:30 – 8:30PM, Join us for Friday Night Bites from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM! Indulge in a variety of delicious cuisines and treats while enjoying the evening vibes. Don’t miss out on the flavorful experience!

April 20 – Downtown DeLand Cruise-In, Downtown DeLand, 3 – 7PM

April 20 – Mud Dogs Music Festival, Spec Martin Municipal Stadium, 260 E Euclid, DeLand, 3:30 – 10:30PM, A blast from the past ’80s & ’90s bash featuring Hairdaze, The Hooligans, Saved by the 90s & The Molly Ringwalds. Gates open at 3:30pm and the event ends at 10:30pm.

April 20 – Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA of Central Florida from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. across all locations. This free event will contain a day of family-friendly fun with games, youth sports, exercise demos, aquatics activities, arts and crafts and more. Participants can also take advantage of special offers on YMCA membership, sports and camp registrations.

The Y is partnering with New Worlds Reading Initiatives to promote community literacy and provide resources to Central Florida families. There will be a guest reading of Fly Guy open to attendees and interested families can pre-register to join the initiative. Healthy Kids Day isn’t just an event – it’s a celebration of creativity, imagination and active living for kids of all ages. Additionally, this event highlights the ways the Y helps the community create and maintain healthy habits, starting with children, and combat health issues as we age.

April 24 – Slippery When Wet Jon Bon Jovi Tribute, Athens Theatre, 124 North Florida Avenue, DeLand, 7:30 – 9:30PM, Bon Jovi’s career spans 30+ years and over 130 million albums sold worldwide. Another milestone that the band has achieved is that they have tracked 14 Billboard top ten singles of which 8 of those went straight to number 1. Slippery When Wet believes that Bon Jovi has the right kind of song catalog that really lends itself to being performed live as well as fitting into a broad age range that makes for the perfect club demographic.

April 26 – Friday Night Bites, Wes Crile Park, 1537 Norbert Terrace, Deltona,  4:30 – 8:30PM, Join us for Friday Night Bites from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM! Indulge in a variety of delicious cuisines and treats while enjoying the evening vibes. Don’t miss out on the flavorful experience!

April 27 – And the Women Gather Literary Event, Athens Theatre, 124 North Florida Avenue, DeLand, 10AM – 2PM, Women will come from all over Florida for jazz, books, food, and fellowship. Live music, amazing authors, raffle items, and more. Help raise funds to train a midwife in Ghana.  Author event is $25; lunch event is $60. Presented by Desert Sage

April 1 – 13 – Autism Awareness Car & Truck Show Fundraiser, Promenade at Sunset Walk, Lumber Jack’s Axe House, newly opened at Promenade, will hold a special axe-throwing contest starting March 22 through April 13.

April 1 – Find the Easter Bunny, Hart Memorial Library & TechCentral, 211 E Dakin Ave, Kissimmee, All Day, A 3D-printed figure of the Easter Bunny will be hidden daily at the Hart Memorial Library Library. Tell staff where it is located to receive a prize reward, while supplies last.

April 1 – Storytime at the Park, Kissimmee Lakefront Park, 320 E. Monument Ave., Kissimmee, 11 – 11:30AM, Relax and enjoy socially distanced stories, rhymes, and sunshine at our Outdoor Storytime in the Osprey Pavilion at Lakefront Park. Mrs. Kaitie will share stories and encourage little ones and their grownups to follow along with movement exercises. Masks, for participants over 2 years old, and social distancing are suggested. Participants are encouraged to bring towels or blankets to help designate spaces.  In the event of inclement weather, Storytime at the Park will be held at the Hart Memorial Library in the Lillie Room. Presented in partnership with the City of Kissimmee.

April 4 – Promenade Plaza Thursdays, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 6PM, Our Promenade Plaza Thursdays feature the best art and décor vendors from across Central Florida, plus live musical performances every Thursday evening, starting at 6 PM. This is a free, outdoor event.

April 5 – R.I.S.E. Up Osceola: READ Bus, Hart Memorial Library & TechCentral, 211 E Dakin Ave, Kissimmee, 9:15AM – 12PM, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old.

April 5 – Season Passholder Slide Night, Island H20 Water Park, Calling all Season Passholders! Season Passholder Slide Night is April 5th from 5:00 Pm-9:00 PM! Enjoy all of your favorite slides, food, and more at this exclusive Season Passholder event! Bring your friends for $19.99/EA!

April 5 – Fired-Up Fridays, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 5PM, Friday nights, the Promenade at Sunset Walk presents Fired-Up Fridays, a free Car & Truck Show event with all makes, models, and years welcome of show car quality. Featuring live music by the very best regional live bands. The Promenade is home to over 2 dozen restaurants, retail shops, movie theaters, and entertainment options, located just ½ mile from the intersection of State Road 429 and U.S. 192, at 3251 Margaritaville Blvd. Free admission and parking. No outside food or beverage allowed.

April 5 – Dockside Dueling Pianos, The Wharf, 9:30PM – Midnight, Discover an inviting haven at The Wharf at Sunset Walk, designed to captivate target groups seeking vibrant group outings and special celebrations like birthdays, anniversaries, and bachelorette parties. Every Friday night, relish the excitement of Dockside Dueling Pianos, where aficionados of collective revelry can immerse themselves in the joy of requesting beloved tunes while being swept away by the dynamic live piano performances. $6 cover charge at the door beginning at 9:30 PM. Ages 21 and over only after 9:30 PM.

April 6 – Painted Bookends, Hart Memorial Library & TechCentral, 211 E Dakin Ave, Kissimmee, 12 – 1PM, Show your Library Love by painting a bookend to decorate our shelves in celebration of National Library Week. Supplies provided.

April 6 & 7 – Family Foam Party, Island H20 Water Park, 12 – 4PM, Enjoy Family Foam Party weekends in April! Foam, Family Music, and more!

April 6 – 7 – Orlando Brunchfest, 9320 S. Orlando Blossom Trail, Suite 101, Orlando, 11AM – 4PM, The Orlando Brunchfest features bottomless brunch beverages included with your ticket purchase. Brunch samples are $5 each paid directly to each food vendor. This is live music on stage with Cash Cube prizes & raffles every hour. VIP ticket holders will have access to the Selfie WRLD Xtreme venue and VIP Bar.

April 6 – Show Car Saturday Nights, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 4 – 8PM, The Promenade at Sunset Walk is home to Show Car Saturday Nights. All makes and models are welcome and displayed along Margaritaville Boulevard. Car enthusiasts will enjoy the music of DJ Scotty B while admiring an amazing collection of classic to modern automobiles. The best live bands also share the Promenade Plaza Stage nightly. Throughout the evening, find your favorite restaurants and shops at the Promenade at Sunset Walk.

April 6 – The Street Market, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 6PM, The Street Market every Saturday Evening features the best local artisan, craft, and specialty vendors from across Central Florida. All this and more while you explore the Streets and over 2 dozen restaurants and shops on the Promenade at Sunset Walk. This is a free event, so RSVP and let us know you’re coming!

April 7 – Sunday-Latin-Sunday, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 5PM, Join us every Sunday evenings starting Sunday, April 7, as the Promenade at Sunset Walk, El Jefe Tequilas Taco Cantina, BR 77 Brazilian Steak House, and Estefan Kitchen Orlando present Sunday-Latin-Sunday on the Promenade Plaza Stage, starting at 5 PM. Sunday-Latin-Sunday features the very best DJs from Central Florida including: DJ Gabriel, DJ J Quezt, DJ Elie, and DJ K1X spinning the best merengue, salsa, Latin pop, bachata, and more!

April 8 – Storytime at the Park, Kissimmee Lakefront Park, 320 E. Monument Ave., Kissimmee, 11 – 11:30AM, Relax and enjoy socially distanced stories, rhymes, and sunshine at our Outdoor Storytime in the Osprey Pavilion at Lakefront Park. Mrs. Kaitie will share stories and encourage little ones and their grownups to follow along with movement exercises. Masks, for participants over 2 years old, and social distancing are suggested. Participants are encouraged to bring towels or blankets to help designate spaces.  In the event of inclement weather, Storytime at the Park will be held at the Hart Memorial Library in the Lillie Room. Presented in partnership with the City of Kissimmee.

April 10 – National Library Week Reading Buffet, Hart Memorial Library & TechCentral, 211 E Dakin Ave, Kissimmee, 4:30 – 5:30PM, Celebrate National Library Week by sampling new book genres at our Reading Buffet and creating an alternate cover for your favorite book.  Enter your cover in our design contest to win a fabulous prize pack!

April 11 – A Night of Latin Music, Estefan Kitchen Orlando, 5 – 9:30PM, A Night of Latin Music celebrating Gloria Estefan and more from the ’80s and ’90s. Doors open at 5 PM. Show begins 7 PM. Tickets on sale now.

April 11 – Promenade Plaza Thursdays, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 6PM, Our Promenade Plaza Thursdays feature the best art and décor vendors from across Central Florida, plus live musical performances every Thursday evening, starting at 6 PM. This is a free, outdoor event.

April 12 – R.I.S.E. Up Osceola: READ Bus, Hart Memorial Library & TechCentral, 211 E Dakin Ave, Kissimmee, 9:15AM – 12PM, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old.

April 12 – Fired-Up Fridays, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 5PM, Friday nights, the Promenade at Sunset Walk presents Fired-Up Fridays, a free Car & Truck Show event with all makes, models, and years welcome of show car quality. Featuring live music by the very best regional live bands. The Promenade is home to over 2 dozen restaurants, retail shops, movie theaters, and entertainment options, located just ½ mile from the intersection of State Road 429 and U.S. 192, at 3251 Margaritaville Blvd. Free admission and parking. No outside food or beverage allowed.

April 12 – Dockside Dueling Pianos, The Wharf, 9:30PM – Midnight, Discover an inviting haven at The Wharf at Sunset Walk, designed to captivate target groups seeking vibrant group outings and special celebrations like birthdays, anniversaries, and bachelorette parties. Every Friday night, relish the excitement of Dockside Dueling Pianos, where aficionados of collective revelry can immerse themselves in the joy of requesting beloved tunes while being swept away by the dynamic live piano performances. $6 cover charge at the door beginning at 9:30 PM. Ages 21 and over only after 9:30 PM.

April 13 & 14 – Family Foam Party, Island H20 Water Park, 12 – 4PM, Enjoy Family Foam Party weekends in April! Foam, Family Music, and more!

April 13 – Angel Paws to Read, Hart Memorial Library & TechCentral, 211 E Dakin Ave, Kissimmee, 10 – 11AM, Practice your reading skills in a new way: try reading to a dog. Sit down with a trained therapy dog and read a short story to gain confidence and have fun!  Reading sessions are approximately 10-15 minutes.  Bring a book to read or choose one of our library books.

April 13 – Community Blood Drive, Hart Memorial Library & TechCentral, 211 E Dakin Ave, Kissimmee, 11AM – 4PM, Be a hero and save a life by donating blood today! OneBlood’s Big Red Bus will be on-site to receive your life-saving donation. Temperatures will be taken upon arrival. If you don’t feel well or are running a fever, please stay home and make your donation another day. For more information or to find our next mobile donation site, visit oneblood.org. Be a hero and save a life by donating blood today! OneBlood’s Big Red Bus will be on-site to receive your life-saving donation. Temperatures will be taken upon arrival. If you don’t feel well or are running a fever, please stay home and make your donation another day. For more information or to find our next mobile donation site, visit oneblood.org.

April 13 – Show Car Saturday Nights, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 4 – 8PM, The Promenade at Sunset Walk is home to Show Car Saturday Nights. All makes and models are welcome and displayed along Margaritaville Boulevard. Car enthusiasts will enjoy the music of DJ Scotty B while admiring an amazing collection of classic to modern automobiles. The best live bands also share the Promenade Plaza Stage nightly. Throughout the evening, find your favorite restaurants and shops at the Promenade at Sunset Walk.

April 13 – The Street Market, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 6PM, The Street Market every Saturday Evening features the best local artisan, craft, and specialty vendors from across Central Florida. All this and more while you explore the Streets and over 2 dozen restaurants and shops on the Promenade at Sunset Walk. This is a free event, so RSVP and let us know you’re coming!

April 13 – Festa Brasileira, Island H20 Water Park, 6 – 10PM, Enjoy a celebration of Brazilian culture at Island H2O Water Park & Expo Brazil’s Festa Brasileira April

April 14 – Car & Truck Show, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 11AM – 2PM, On the second Sunday of every month, the Promenade at Sunset Walk hosts hundreds of classic to modern cars and trucks from all eras, makes, and models. Hosted by DJ Scotty B playing the perfect complement of everything from classic rock & roll to today’s current hits. Be sure to visit all of the restaurants, shops, and entertainment options in the Promenade at Sunset Walk.

April 14 – Sunday-Latin-Sunday, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 5PM, Join us every Sunday evenings starting Sunday, April 7, as the Promenade at Sunset Walk, El Jefe Tequilas Taco Cantina, BR 77 Brazilian Steak House, and Estefan Kitchen Orlando present Sunday-Latin-Sunday on the Promenade Plaza Stage, starting at 5 PM. Sunday-Latin-Sunday features the very best DJs from Central Florida including: DJ Gabriel, DJ J Quezt, DJ Elie, and DJ K1X spinning the best merengue, salsa, Latin pop, bachata, and more!

April 15 – Storytime at the Park, Kissimmee Lakefront Park, 320 E. Monument Ave., Kissimmee, 11 – 11:30AM, Relax and enjoy socially distanced stories, rhymes, and sunshine at our Outdoor Storytime in the Osprey Pavilion at Lakefront Park. Mrs. Kaitie will share stories and encourage little ones and their grownups to follow along with movement exercises. Masks, for participants over 2 years old, and social distancing are suggested. Participants are encouraged to bring towels or blankets to help designate spaces.  In the event of inclement weather, Storytime at the Park will be held at the Hart Memorial Library in the Lillie Room. Presented in partnership with the City of Kissimmee.

April 17 – Citizen Science Outdoor Adventure!, Hart Memorial Library & TechCentral, 211 E Dakin Ave, Kissimmee, 4:30 – 5:30PM, Challenge your friends in an outdoor adventure! Test your Citizen Science skills to identify plants, animals, and insects.  See who can spot the most species! Tablet or smartphone needed:  Limited tablets may be available to share.

April 18 – Promenade Plaza Thursdays, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 6PM, Our Promenade Plaza Thursdays feature the best art and décor vendors from across Central Florida, plus live musical performances every Thursday evening, starting at 6 PM. This is a free, outdoor event.

April 19 – R.I.S.E. Up Osceola: READ Bus, Hart Memorial Library & TechCentral, 211 E Dakin Ave, Kissimmee, 9:15AM – 12PM, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old.

April 19 – Fired-Up Fridays, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 5PM, Friday nights, the Promenade at Sunset Walk presents Fired-Up Fridays, a free Car & Truck Show event with all makes, models, and years welcome of show car quality. Featuring live music by the very best regional live bands. The Promenade is home to over 2 dozen restaurants, retail shops, movie theaters, and entertainment options, located just ½ mile from the intersection of State Road 429 and U.S. 192, at 3251 Margaritaville Blvd. Free admission and parking. No outside food or beverage allowed.

April 19 – Dockside Dueling Pianos, The Wharf, 9:30PM – Midnight, Discover an inviting haven at The Wharf at Sunset Walk, designed to captivate target groups seeking vibrant group outings and special celebrations like birthdays, anniversaries, and bachelorette parties. Every Friday night, relish the excitement of Dockside Dueling Pianos, where aficionados of collective revelry can immerse themselves in the joy of requesting beloved tunes while being swept away by the dynamic live piano performances. $6 cover charge at the door beginning at 9:30 PM. Ages 21 and over only after 9:30 PM.

April 20 – Show Car Saturday Nights, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 4 – 8PM, The Promenade at Sunset Walk is home to Show Car Saturday Nights. All makes and models are welcome and displayed along Margaritaville Boulevard. Car enthusiasts will enjoy the music of DJ Scotty B while admiring an amazing collection of classic to modern automobiles. The best live bands also share the Promenade Plaza Stage nightly. Throughout the evening, find your favorite restaurants and shops at the Promenade at Sunset Walk.

April 20 & 21 – Family Foam Party, Island H20 Water Park, 12 – 4PM, Enjoy Family Foam Party weekends in April! Foam, Family Music, and more!

April 20 – The Street Market, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 6PM, The Street Market every Saturday Evening features the best local artisan, craft, and specialty vendors from across Central Florida. All this and more while you explore the Streets and over 2 dozen restaurants and shops on the Promenade at Sunset Walk. This is a free event, so RSVP and let us know you’re coming!

April 20 – Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA of Central Florida from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. across all locations. This free event will contain a day of family-friendly fun with games, youth sports, exercise demos, aquatics activities, arts and crafts and more. Participants can also take advantage of special offers on YMCA membership, sports and camp registrations.

The Y is partnering with New Worlds Reading Initiatives to promote community literacy and provide resources to Central Florida families. There will be a guest reading of Fly Guy open to attendees and interested families can pre-register to join the initiative. Healthy Kids Day isn’t just an event – it’s a celebration of creativity, imagination and active living for kids of all ages. Additionally, this event highlights the ways the Y helps the community create and maintain healthy habits, starting with children, and combat health issues as we age.

April 21 – Sunday-Latin-Sunday, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 5PM, Join us every Sunday evenings starting Sunday, April 7, as the Promenade at Sunset Walk, El Jefe Tequilas Taco Cantina, BR 77 Brazilian Steak House, and Estefan Kitchen Orlando present Sunday-Latin-Sunday on the Promenade Plaza Stage, starting at 5 PM. Sunday-Latin-Sunday features the very best DJs from Central Florida including: DJ Gabriel, DJ J Quezt, DJ Elie, and DJ K1X spinning the best merengue, salsa, Latin pop, bachata, and more!

April 22 – Storytime at the Park, Kissimmee Lakefront Park, 320 E. Monument Ave., Kissimmee, 11 – 11:30AM, Relax and enjoy socially distanced stories, rhymes, and sunshine at our Outdoor Storytime in the Osprey Pavilion at Lakefront Park. Mrs. Kaitie will share stories and encourage little ones and their grownups to follow along with movement exercises. Masks, for participants over 2 years old, and social distancing are suggested. Participants are encouraged to bring towels or blankets to help designate spaces.  In the event of inclement weather, Storytime at the Park will be held at the Hart Memorial Library in the Lillie Room. Presented in partnership with the City of Kissimmee.

April 25 – Sensory Playdate, Hart Memorial Library & TechCentral, 211 E Dakin Ave, Kissimmee, 10 – 10:30AM, Explore the five senses with sensory activities that benefit all children but are of particular help to those on the autism spectrum or those with sensory integration challenges.

April 25 – Promenade Plaza Thursdays, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 6PM, Our Promenade Plaza Thursdays feature the best art and décor vendors from across Central Florida, plus live musical performances every Thursday evening, starting at 6 PM. This is a free, outdoor event.

April 26 – R.I.S.E. Up Osceola: READ Bus, Hart Memorial Library & TechCentral, 211 E Dakin Ave, Kissimmee, 9:15AM – 12PM, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old.

April 26 – Fired-Up Fridays, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 5PM, Friday nights, the Promenade at Sunset Walk presents Fired-Up Fridays, a free Car & Truck Show event with all makes, models, and years welcome of show car quality. Featuring live music by the very best regional live bands. The Promenade is home to over 2 dozen restaurants, retail shops, movie theaters, and entertainment options, located just ½ mile from the intersection of State Road 429 and U.S. 192, at 3251 Margaritaville Blvd. Free admission and parking. No outside food or beverage allowed.

April 26 – Dockside Dueling Pianos, The Wharf, 9:30PM – Midnight, Discover an inviting haven at The Wharf at Sunset Walk, designed to captivate target groups seeking vibrant group outings and special celebrations like birthdays, anniversaries, and bachelorette parties. Every Friday night, relish the excitement of Dockside Dueling Pianos, where aficionados of collective revelry can immerse themselves in the joy of requesting beloved tunes while being swept away by the dynamic live piano performances. $6 cover charge at the door beginning at 9:30 PM. Ages 21 and over only after 9:30 PM.

April 27 & 28 – Family Foam Party, Island H20 Water Park, 12 – 4PM, Enjoy Family Foam Party weekends in April! Foam, Family Music, and more!

April 27 – Show Car Saturday Nights, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 4 – 8PM, The Promenade at Sunset Walk is home to Show Car Saturday Nights. All makes and models are welcome and displayed along Margaritaville Boulevard. Car enthusiasts will enjoy the music of DJ Scotty B while admiring an amazing collection of classic to modern automobiles. The best live bands also share the Promenade Plaza Stage nightly. Throughout the evening, find your favorite restaurants and shops at the Promenade at Sunset Walk.

April 27 – The Street Market, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 6PM, The Street Market every Saturday Evening features the best local artisan, craft, and specialty vendors from across Central Florida. All this and more while you explore the Streets and over 2 dozen restaurants and shops on the Promenade at Sunset Walk. This is a free event, so RSVP and let us know you’re coming!

April 28 – Sunday-Latin-Sunday, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 5PM, Join us every Sunday evenings starting Sunday, April 7, as the Promenade at Sunset Walk, El Jefe Tequilas Taco Cantina, BR 77 Brazilian Steak House, and Estefan Kitchen Orlando present Sunday-Latin-Sunday on the Promenade Plaza Stage, starting at 5 PM. Sunday-Latin-Sunday features the very best DJs from Central Florida including: DJ Gabriel, DJ J Quezt, DJ Elie, and DJ K1X spinning the best merengue, salsa, Latin pop, bachata, and more!

April 29 – Storytime at the Park, Kissimmee Lakefront Park, 320 E. Monument Ave., Kissimmee, 11 – 11:30AM, Relax and enjoy socially distanced stories, rhymes, and sunshine at our Outdoor Storytime in the Osprey Pavilion at Lakefront Park. Mrs. Kaitie will share stories and encourage little ones and their grownups to follow along with movement exercises. Masks, for participants over 2 years old, and social distancing are suggested. Participants are encouraged to bring towels or blankets to help designate spaces.  In the event of inclement weather, Storytime at the Park will be held at the Hart Memorial Library in the Lillie Room. Presented in partnership with the City of Kissimmee.

April 4 – SPECIAL Library Explorers (Ag Literacy) – A Visit from Bees!, Northwest Branch Library, 580 Green Way Blvd, Lake Mary, 4:15 – 5PM, This year, we’re featuring the crucial role of honeybees in food production. Learn more about 4-H and meet some honeybees up close (inside a sealed glass case). Library Explorers is for children ages 5+. No registration is required; this program is FREE.

April 6 – Plant Strategies to Attract Pollinators, North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave, Sanford,10 – 11AM, Learn about the clever strategy’s plants use to entice unsuspecting creatures to visit … and pollinate them. Presented by Neta Villalobos-Bell, President of the Lake Beautyberry Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society. FREE. For Adults. Meets in-person. Registration not required.

April 9 – Local Author Spotlight: Barry Kirsch, North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave, Sanford, 6:30 – 7:15PM, Spend the evening with artist, storyteller, and master gardener Barry Kirsch as he introduces us to The Fairy robots of Restoration Cottage and the principles of sustainable earth friendly gardening. FREE. For Adults. Meets in-person. Registration not required.

April 10 – Poetry Café for Teens (13+), Northwest Branch Library, 580 Green Way Blvd, Lake Mary, 3:30 – 4:30PM, Exclusively for teens, ages 13+. See poetry in a new light! Try your hand at creating book spine poetry, blackout poetry, paint chip poetry, and cut-and-paste poetry. During the last 30 minutes we’ll have an open mic session for teens to read, listen, encourage, and inspire others to perform their poetry. We’ll also have poetry bookmarks that you can color and take home. All materials will be provided. No registration required. This program is free!

April 11 – Library Explorers, Northwest Branch Library, 580 Green Way Blvd, Lake Mary, 4:15 – 5PM, Explore science, art, and stories. Especially designed for school-age children to imagine, create, discover, and experiment! Parents are welcome but not required. Library Explorers is for children ages 5+. No registration is required; this program is FREE.

April 13 – Saturday Family Storytime, Northwest Branch Library, 580 Green Way Blvd, Lake Mary, 10 – 10:30AM, Practicing early literacy and pre-reading skills is fun with stories, songs, and fingerplays! FREE. For Kids ages 0-5 and Families. No registration required.

April 13 – Sanford Mini Masters, Historic Downtown Sanford, 11AM – 6PM, Come putt-putt around the Celery City while you enjoy the finest in food and drink! NOTE: GRAB YOUR CARDS at Celery City Craft first! Holes can be done in any order and the final hole will be at the Celery City Craft patio! See event posts for participating bars and restaurants! This is a fundraiser to benefit the Special Needs Advocacy Program (SNAP). PRIZES: There will be prizes and giveaways for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place!

April 13 – Tertulia Cuatro Gatos, North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave, Sanford, 2 – 4PM, Join the Tertulia and participate in our talks about literature, art, music, culture, and history! Everyone is welcome. This program is presented in Spanish.

April 14 – Sanford Battle of the Food Trucks, Historic Downtown Sanford, 1 – 6PM, Join us every 2nd SUNDAY 1-6pm for the popular Sanford Food Truck Fiesta in beautiful Historic Downtown Sanford! Come out and enjoy the brick-lined streets and grab some amazing food from 40+ of Orlando area’s top food trucks and tents, craft beer and cocktails from the bars, enjoy live music, craft artisans and vendors, plus plenty of outside tables and chairs to sit and eat! Free parking. Pet and family friendly. Positive vibes. See current Facebook event to see lineup of food trucks.

April 17 – Lullaby Storytime, Northwest Branch Library, 580 Green Way Blvd, Lake Mary, 6:30 – 7PM, Get ready for bed with stories, music, and activities incorporating early literacy skills. This storytime is geared toward ages 0-5, but the whole family is welcome. Attending in pajamas in encouraged! No registration is required. This program is free!

April 18 – Library Explorers, Northwest Branch Library, 580 Green Way Blvd, Lake Mary, 4:15 – 5PM, Explore science, art, and stories. Especially designed for school-age children to imagine, create, discover, and experiment! Parents are welcome but not required. Library Explorers is for children ages 5+. No registration is required; this program is FREE.

April 18 – Tertulia Cuatro Gatos, Northwest Branch Library, 580 Green Way Blvd, Lake Mary, 6 – 7:30PM, Join the Tertulia and participate in our talks about literature, art, music, culture, and history! Everyone is welcome. This program is presented in Spanish.

April 20 – Earth Day – Recycle! Magazine Silhouette Art for Tweens (Ages 8-12), Northwest Branch Library, 580 Green Way Blvd, Lake Mary, 10 – 11:30AM, Celebrate Earth Day by creating art with old magazines! First, pick your favorite silhouette. Then clip colorful pieces from magazines to create a cool collage featuring the silhouette. All materials will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own magazines for a personal touch. Pre-registration is required; space is limited. This program is FREE.

April 20 – READing Paws, North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave, Sanford, 10AM – 12PM, READing Paws helps young readers gain confidence and practice fluency by reading  out loud to a trained therapy dog. Call or stop by the library to register for a 15-minute time slot. FREE. For Kids. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited.

April 20 – READing Paws, Northwest Branch Library, 580 Green Way Blvd, Lake Mary, 2 – 4PM, READing Paws helps young readers gain confidence and practice fluency by reading  out loud to a trained therapy dog. Call or stop by the library to register for a 15-minute time slot. FREE. For Kids. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited.

April 20 – Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA of Central Florida from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. across all locations. This free event will contain a day of family-friendly fun with games, youth sports, exercise demos, aquatics activities, arts and crafts and more. Participants can also take advantage of special offers on YMCA membership, sports and camp registrations.

The Y is partnering with New Worlds Reading Initiatives to promote community literacy and provide resources to Central Florida families. There will be a guest reading of Fly Guy open to attendees and interested families can pre-register to join the initiative. Healthy Kids Day isn’t just an event – it’s a celebration of creativity, imagination and active living for kids of all ages. Additionally, this event highlights the ways the Y helps the community create and maintain healthy habits, starting with children, and combat health issues as we age.

April 21 – Genealogy Club, North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave, Sanford, 2 – 4PM, Learn tips and tricks for researching your family history from genealogy experts, hands-on practice, and like-minded enthusiasts. All experience levels are welcome. Hosted by jointly by the Sanford Genealogy Club and Seminole County Public Library. FREE. For Adults and Teens. In-person and on ZOOM.

April 22 – Learn & Play (Ages 0-4), Northwest Branch Library, 580 Green Way Blvd, Lake Mary, 9:30 – 11:30AM, Drop in to participate in fun activities tied to early literacy skills practice! Learn how to use reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing at home to ensure your child is ready to read. No registration required. This program is free!

April 23 – Mixed Media Poetry Painting, North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave, Sanford, 5:30 – 7:30PM, Express yourself! Combine poetry and painting to create unique, vibrant, personal artwork. FREE. For Adults. Meets in-person. Registration is required.

April 24 – PAINTING with Zen Dogs for Teens (13+), Northwest Branch Library, 580 Green Way Blvd, Lake Mary, 3:30 – 4:30PM, PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Space is limited! ***Join us for a special Zen Dogs session! Explore your creative side as the dogs explore theirs. The dogs will be painting, and so will you! No experience necessary. All supplies will be provided.*** At each Zen Dogs session, 2-3 specially trained dogs from Zen Dogs Therapy Network will visit with teens at the library. You can choose to read aloud to a dog, or simply hang out and de-stress with a new furry friend.

April 26 – Park Party, Central Park at City Hall, 100 N Country Club Road, Lake Mary, 6 – 9PM

April 27 – St Johns River Festival of the Arts, Historic Downtown Sanford, 10AM – 6PM, This is a Fine Arts & Fine Crafts event filled with artwork from some of the best artists across the country! See Art-in-Action from live artist demonstrations. Enjoy gourmet tastes at our ‘Culinary Arts Court’ while you listen to the sounds of acoustic performers. Come spend the day with us and take home a beautiful piece of art to add to your art collection!

April 29 – Blackout Poetry Art, Northwest Branch Library, 580 Green Way Blvd, Lake Mary, 6 – 7PM, Unlock your inner poet and artist! Join us to create original poetry with just markers and pages from old newspapers, books, and magazines. FREE. For Adults. Meets In-person. Registration not required.

April 1 – Library Explorers, Central Branch Library, 215 N Oxford Rd, Casselberry, 4 – 4:45PM, Explore science, art, and stories. Especially designed for school-age children to imagine, create, discover, and experiment! Parents are welcome but not required. Library Explorers is for children ages 5+. No registration is required; this program is FREE.

April 2 – International Children’s Book Day, East Branch Library, 310 Division St, Oveido, 5:30 – 7PM, To celebrate International Children’s Day, Ms. Emily and Ms. Sarah want to share some of their favorite stories! Join us for a short storytime followed by craft stations and activities based on popular children’s books and beloved characters. No registration is required. Activities geared towards children ages 12 & under. Families are welcome! This program is FREE.

April 4 – Tertulia Cuatro Gatos, Central Branch Library, 215 N Oxford Rd, Casselberry, 5:30 – 7:30PM, Join the Tertulia and participate in our talks about literature, art, music, culture, and history! Everyone is welcome. This program is presented in Spanish.

April 4 – Family Movie Night: The Greatest Showman, East Branch Library, 310 Division St, Oveido, 5:30 – 7:30PM, Bring a blanket and snacks for your family and enjoy a free movie night at the library. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Movie We’ll be Watching: The Greatest Showman. FREE.  For Families. Registration not required. 

April 6 – READing Paws, Central Branch Library, 215 N Oxford Rd, Casselberry, 2 – 4PM, READing Paws helps young readers gain confidence and practice fluency by reading  out loud to a trained therapy dog. Call or stop by the library to register for a 15-minute time slot. FREE. For Kids. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited.

April 6 – READing Paws, East Branch Library, 310 Division St, Oveido, 2 – 4PM, READing Paws helps young readers gain confidence and practice fluency by reading  out loud to a trained therapy dog. Call or stop by the library to register for a 15-minute time slot. FREE. For Kids. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited.

April 8 – Library Explorers, Central Branch Library, 215 N Oxford Rd, Casselberry, 4 – 4:45PM, Explore science, art, and stories. Especially designed for school-age children to imagine, create, discover, and experiment! Parents are welcome but not required. Library Explorers is for children ages 5+. No registration is required; this program is FREE.

April 11 – The Craft Corner, East Branch Library, 310 Division St, Oveido, 6:30 – 7:30PM, Want to develop your artistic skills? Join us for an evening of fun and creativity as you learn to craft with common art materials. In each session the librarian will demonstrate a fun and easy craft! Today’s craft is: Cross-stitch Bookmarks. FREE. For Adults. Registration not required.

April 13 – Spring Garden Swap, Central Branch Library, 215 N Oxford Rd, Casselberry, 1 – 4PM, Have too many plants? Relandscaping your garden? Trade in your extra plants and give them a second chance. Garden swap organized by Kristen Stehli, North Orlando Garden and Swap.  FREE. For Adults and Families. Meets In-person. Registration not required.

April 13 – Comedy Night with Jimmie “JJ” Walker, Oviedo Amphitheatre & Cultural Center, 357 Center Lake Lane, Oviedo, 6 – 10PM, Rising from the streets of New York’s ghettos to television superstardom, Jimmie Walker personifies the great American success story. His catch phrase “Dyn-o-mite!” is part of the modern vernacular, and he became such a major celebrity in the 1970’s that Time Magazine named him “Comedian of the Decade.” Walker’s television work would lead to movie roles, like boxer Bootney Farnsworth in “Let’s Do It Again,” co-starring with entertainment luminaries Sidney Poitier and Bill Cosby. Jimmie also released a smash comedy album, “Dyn-o-mite!” that went gold. When “Good Times” ended in 1979, Aaron Spelling offered Walker a starring role in the short-lived “B.A.D. Cats” and returned to cast him again in 1983 in “At Ease”, an ABC series about a bunch of United States Army misfits. He also landed choice roles in films like “Airplane!” and “Airport ’79” and was a regular on television shows like “The Love Boat” and “Fantasy Island”. In recent years he’s made scene-stealing appearances on “The George Lopez Show”, “Everybody Hates Chris” with Chris Rock, and “Scrubs”. But despite all Jimmie’s success on the big and small screens, stand-up comedy remains his first love. Walker currently tours the country 35 to 45 weeks a year performing live and guesting on game shows and late night television. In his spare time, he writes scripts for TV and movies, and continues to enjoy a comedy career now approaching five decades.

April 15 – Art Starts, East Branch Library, 310 Division St, Oveido, 10:15 – 11AM, For the littlest artists, ages 0-4! This program features free play with art materials after a short, early literacy skills based storytime. No registration is required. This program is FREE.

April 15 – Library Explorers, Central Branch Library, 215 N Oxford Rd, Casselberry, 4 – 4:45PM, Explore science, art, and stories. Especially designed for school-age children to imagine, create, discover, and experiment! Parents are welcome but not required. Library Explorers is for children ages 5+. No registration is required; this program is FREE.

April 16 – Earth Day – Recycle! Magazine Silhouette Art for Tweens (Ages 8-12), Central Branch Library, 215 N Oxford Rd, Casselberry, 6 – 7:30PM, Celebrate Earth Day by creating art with old magazines! First, pick your favorite silhouette. Then clip colorful pieces from magazines to create a cool collage featuring the silhouette. All materials will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own magazines for a personal touch. Pre-registration is required; space is limited. This program is FREE.

April 20 – Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA of Central Florida from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. across all locations. This free event will contain a day of family-friendly fun with games, youth sports, exercise demos, aquatics activities, arts and crafts and more. Participants can also take advantage of special offers on YMCA membership, sports and camp registrations.

The Y is partnering with New Worlds Reading Initiatives to promote community literacy and provide resources to Central Florida families. There will be a guest reading of Fly Guy open to attendees and interested families can pre-register to join the initiative. Healthy Kids Day isn’t just an event – it’s a celebration of creativity, imagination and active living for kids of all ages. Additionally, this event highlights the ways the Y helps the community create and maintain healthy habits, starting with children, and combat health issues as we age.

April 22 – Library Explorers, Central Branch Library, 215 N Oxford Rd, Casselberry, 4 – 4:45PM, Explore science, art, and stories. Especially designed for school-age children to imagine, create, discover, and experiment! Parents are welcome but not required. Library Explorers is for children ages 5+. No registration is required; this program is FREE.

April 23 – Hang Out in Stars Hollow!, East Branch Library, 310 Division St, Oveido, 6 – 7:30PM, Join us for Gilmore Girls themed trivia, craft, and photo booth. FREE. For Adults & Teens. Meets In-person. Registration not required.

April 24 – Picturing Paradise: From John James Audubon to the Florida Highwaymen, Central Branch Library, 215 N Oxford Rd, Casselberry, 2 – 3PM, Learn about the engaging history of Florida’s landscape painters such as John James Audubon, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Winslow Homer, the Florida Highwaymen, and many more. Presented by Keri Watson, Associate Professor of Art History at the University of Central Florida.

April 25 – Game Night, East Branch Library, 310 Division St, Oveido, 6 – 7:30PM, Games aren’t just for kids! Come meet, mingle, and make new friends as you play classic and new board games. Bring your favorite game or use one of ours.  FREE. For Adults. Meets In-person. Registration not required.

April 27 – We Love Earth: A Celebration of Earth Day, Central Branch Library, 215 N Oxford Rd, Casselberry, 10 – 11AM, Join us for Earth Day stories and science at 10:00. Then travel around to each of our craft and activity stations! Designed for ages 3 & up. Families are welcome. No registration is required. This program is FREE.

April 27 – Tertulia Cuatro Gatos, East Branch Library, 310 Division St, Oveido, 2 – 4PM, Join the Tertulia and participate in our talks about literature, art, music, culture, and history! Everyone is welcome. This program is presented in Spanish.

April 29 – Library Explorers, Central Branch Library, 215 N Oxford Rd, Casselberry, 4 – 4:45PM, Explore science, art, and stories. Especially designed for school-age children to imagine, create, discover, and experiment! Parents are welcome but not required. Library Explorers is for children ages 5+. No registration is required; this program is FREE.

April 29 – Yikes! Famous Natural Disasters in Casselberry’s History, Central Branch Library, 215 N Oxford Rd, Casselberry, 6 – 7:30PM, Learn how three major natural disasters helped to shape Casselberry’s history. Presented by Dr. Deborah Bauer, President of the Society for Historic Casselberry. FREE. For Adults. Meets In-person. Registration not required.

April 1 – 24 – Historic Walking Tour of Downtown St. Cloud, 903 Pennsylvania Ave., St. Cloud, Take a step back in time with St. Cloud Main Street’s Historic Walking Tour led by Ron, member at large of the Sons of Union Veterans. Ron will guide you through St. Cloud’s vast history covering the early days of Hamilton Disston’s Sugar Mill where bad fortune would lend way to the Seminole Land and Investment Company procuring land for a soldier settlement. As you make your way through downtown viewing our historical murals painted by local artist the past and present will collide with the downtown monthly market happening around you. $10

April 3 – Sensory Playdate, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 11AM – 12PM, Explore the five senses with sensory activities that benefit all children but are of particular help to those on the autism spectrum or those with sensory integration challenges.

April 3 – STEAMworks, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 4:30 – 5:30PM, Power up your imagination, creativity, and learning with Ms. Crystal through a variety of weekly activities that will guide today’s curious minds to become tomorrow’s great innovators.

April 4 – R.I.S.E. Up Osceola: READ Bus, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old. Three available sessions as follow: 9:15 am, 10:15 am, and 11:15 am.

April 4 – South Park, Boxi Park, 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, 6PM, Test your South Park knowledge and get ready for a night of laughs, challenges, and memorable moments from everyone’s favorite animated town!

April 5 – Midnight Radio!, Boxi Park, 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, 6:30PM, Live music with Midnight Radio! High Energy Party Band.

April 6 – St. Cloud Rotary Club’s Annual Spring Fling 2024, St. Cloud Lakefront, 10AM – 6PM, St. Cloud Rotary Clubs Annual “Spring Fling” at the St. Cloud Lakeshore. There will be many Craft Vendors, Food Trucks, Car and Truck Show participants, activities for the kids, face painters, live music, beer and wine and even a Bass Fishing Tournament.

April 6 – Scotty Long & The Finch!, Boxi Park, 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, 1PM, Live music with Scotty Long & The Finch! All Genres/ Acoustic Covers/ Looping.

April 6 – Boy Band Night with The Collective 5ive, Boxi Park, 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, 6PM, Relive the boy band era with The Collective 5ive!

April 7 – Family Fun Day, Boxi Park, 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, 1 – 6PM, Fun for the whole family!

April 8 – Love My Library: Movie Matinee, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 1:30 – 3PM, Laugh, socialize, and learn new skills as we celebrate National Library Week and the valuable role that libraries play in the community. Today’s program: The Breakfast Club Film is rated R. Must be 18 and up to attend.

April 9 – Nutrition and Healthy Cooking, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 11AM – 12PM, Nutrition experts teach how to shop smarter, using nutritional information to make healthier choices and cook delicious, affordable meals at home on a budget. An exciting new topic will be discussed at each meeting. Presented by Abir Blaney, Nutrition Education Coordinator with Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida.

April 10 – Sensory Playdate, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 11AM – 12PM, Explore the five senses with sensory activities that benefit all children but are of particular help to those on the autism spectrum or those with sensory integration challenges.

April 10 – STEAMworks, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 4:30 – 5:30PM, Power up your imagination, creativity, and learning with Ms. Crystal through a variety of weekly activities that will guide today’s curious minds to become tomorrow’s great innovators.

April 11 – R.I.S.E. Up Osceola: READ Bus, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old. Three available sessions as follow: 9:15 am, 10:15 am, and 11:15 am.

April 11 – Mean Girls Trivia Night, Boxi Park, 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, 6PM, Get in loser, we’re going to trivia night! Grab your burn book and see whos the Queen Bee of mean girls trivia night! Based off of the original Mean Girls movie.

April 12 – Blonde Ambition Glow Party, Boxi Park, 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, 6PM, Glow up at Boxi with Blonde Ambition Band! We’ll provide the band and the glow sticks. You bring your best moves as we light up the dance floor.

April 13 – Fabiola Rivera, Boxi Park, 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, 1PM, Acoustic Pop & Latin Covers.

April 13 – ICON Party Band, Boxi Park, 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, 7PM, Top 40/Rock/Pop/Country/Soul/Funk.

April 14 – Family Fun Day, Boxi Park, 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, 1 – 6PM, Fun for the whole family!

April 15 – Heroes of the Titanic, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 10 – 11:30AM, Follow the incredible story of the heroic engineers who worked tirelessly to keep the electric power running, facilitating the survival of so many others. Film presented by Timeline – World History Documentaries.

April 16 – Homeschool Libratory, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 1:30 – 2:30PM, Homeschoolers we have STEAM for you! Kindergarten through high school and their parents participate in a fun and educational program that features a STEAM activity. This themed program will be in celebration of Citizen Science Month.

April 17 – Homeschool Field Trip, St. Cloud Civic Center, 3001 17th Street, St Cloud, 10AM – 1:30PM, Take a trip to Mick Farms and pick some strawberries. For ages 5-14. Deadline to register is April 15. Cost for strawberries is not included in field trip pricing. Mick Farms charges $4 per pound, cash only. Please send your child with money for their strawberries.

April 17 – Sensory Playdate, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 11AM – 12PM, Explore the five senses with sensory activities that benefit all children but are of particular help to those on the autism spectrum or those with sensory integration challenges.

April 17 – Adult Movie Matinee (Ages 18 and older), Community Center, 3101 17th Street, St Cloud, 12:30 – 2:35 PM, The movie feature being shown is “Philadelphia” starring Tom Hanks and Denzel Washington.  Rated R.   When a man with HIV is fired by his law firm because of his condition, he hires a homophobic small time lawyer as the only willing advocate for a wrongful dismissal suit.

April 17 – Paint Night, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 6 – 7:30PM, Unlock your creativity each month by painting a masterpiece! Presented by local artist, Karen Robinson. Supplies provided. Registration required.

April 18 – R.I.S.E. Up Osceola: READ Bus, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old. Three available sessions as follow: 9:15 am, 10:15 am, and 11:15 am.

April 19 – Johnny Wild & The Delights!, Boxi Park, 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, 6:30PM, Vintage Rock; Pop/Country/Motown.

April 20 – Borrow Pit Pond Youth Fishing Derby, Borrow Pit Pond, On Budinger Ave, across from St. Cloud Elementary, Shore fishing for children ages 3-12. Please bring your own fishing pole and tackle. Bait will be provided. Event age groups: “Tadpoles” – ages 3-5 “Half-pints” – ages 6-8 “Minnows” – ages 9-12

April 20 – Earth Day Celebration, Veteran’s Memorial Library, 810 13th Street, St Cloud, 10AM – 1PM, Join us and the Osceola County Library System to celebrate Earth Day. We will have local vendors, crafts for all ages, food trucks, the shred truck, eco presentations, face painting and more!

April 20 – Reggae Day at Boxi Park, Boxi Park, 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, 12 – 7PM, oin us on Saturday 4/20 for a day filled with amazing reggae vibes! Some of our fan favorites from over the years are hitting the stage again! Rik Jam, Dal-Wayne, King Tappa, NostalJah, EarthKry, and Jah Sun will be back for another performance at Boxi Park. No reggae day would be complete without the infectious energy from Shamanic Rootz, and headlining our packed day of talent will be Jemere Morgan!

April 20 – Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA of Central Florida from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. across all locations. This free event will contain a day of family-friendly fun with games, youth sports, exercise demos, aquatics activities, arts and crafts and more. Participants can also take advantage of special offers on YMCA membership, sports and camp registrations.

The Y is partnering with New Worlds Reading Initiatives to promote community literacy and provide resources to Central Florida families. There will be a guest reading of Fly Guy open to attendees and interested families can pre-register to join the initiative. Healthy Kids Day isn’t just an event – it’s a celebration of creativity, imagination and active living for kids of all ages. Additionally, this event highlights the ways the Y helps the community create and maintain healthy habits, starting with children, and combat health issues as we age.

April 21 – Family Fun Day, Boxi Park, 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, 1 – 6PM, Fun for the whole family!

April 22 – Puzzle Pals, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 9:30 – 11AM, Puzzles are always better with a friend!  Socialize with other enthusiasts as you relax and work together.

April 24 – Sensory Playdate, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 11AM – 12PM, Explore the five senses with sensory activities that benefit all children but are of particular help to those on the autism spectrum or those with sensory integration challenges.

April 25 – R.I.S.E. Up Osceola: READ Bus, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old. Three available sessions as follow: 9:15 am, 10:15 am, and 11:15 am.

April 25 – General Trivia Night, Boxi Park, 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, 6PM, Join us for a night of knowledge and fun!

April 26 – Audio Exchange!, Boxi Park, 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, 6:30PM, Rock/Pop/Country/Top 40.

April 27 – Community Shred Day, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 10AM – 12PM, Now is the time to clean out your old files and dispose of them safely! Protect your identity and help save the environment by shredding documents and paperwork to be recycled in honor of Earth Day! Papers must be staple and papercip-free.

April 27 – Pacific Rush, Boxi Park, 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, 1PM, West-Coast Vibe Covers!

April 27 – Motown Night, Boxi Park, 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, 6PM, Motown Night with Motown in Motion.

April 27 – Teen Neon Bash, St. Cloud Civic Center, 3001 17th Street, St Cloud, 7 – 10PM, For teens ages 13-16. Please bring current student or valid FL ID. Fee includes pizza, popcorn and drinks.

April 28 – Family Fun Day, Boxi Park, 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, 1 – 6PM, Fun for the whole family!

April 30 – Homeschool Book Worms, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 10:30AM – 12PM, Get ready to meet new friends and embark on epic adventures while exploring a different book each month.  April’s book selection is The Wild Robot Escapes by Peter Brown.

April 30 – Bingo for Books, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 6 – 7PM, Find out how lucky you are when you win Bingo and great books!

April 3 – Coffee with Officer Kenny, Martin Luther King Center, 803 Florida Avenue, Mount Dora, 10 – 11AM, Join Coffee with Officer Kenny to foster open dialogue between police and our community. Discuss important issues and build a mutual understanding for stronger, safer neighborhoods.

April 3 – Preparing Your Trees for Hurricane Season, Community Room, 1995 N Donnelly St, Mount Dora, 4:30 – 6PM, This presentation is for anyone with trees in their yard! Florida’s hurricane season is generally from June – November. Damage to buildings (homes and businesses), property, infrastructure (such as power and cable lines) and people resulting from fallen trees can be extensive. This presentation will review which trees should be “storm-hardened”, why certain types of trees are more likely to cause damage than others, what to look for when taking an inventory of trees  that may need attention before Florida’s hurricane season and  what can be done to lessen the effects of damage from falling trees. Presented by Johnny Turvin, ISA from the Mount Dora Friends of the Environment, Inc. No registration required.

April 4 – American Musical History with the Lake County Ladies Chorus, Community Room, 1995 N Donnelly St, Mount Dora, 1 – 2PM, Come and listen to the joyful voices of the Lake County Ladies Chorus. A magnificent group of women of all ages and backgrounds come together to form the chorus and create the wonderful sounds of four-part a cappella harmony, barbershop style You’ll hear songs, patriotic tunes and music that’s part of our country’s history. Sing-alongs welcome! No registration required.

April 5 – Eustis First Friday Street Party, 111 N Eustis St, Eustis, The Eustis First Friday Street Party is a vibrant and family-friendly event held in the heart of Downtown Eustis, located on the scenic shores of Lake Eustis. Happening on the first Friday of each month, this lively gathering transforms the town center into a hub of excitement, offering live entertainment and music that resonates through the streets. A myriad of food vendors serve up delicious local cuisine, while craft vendors showcase their unique and handmade creations. Whether you’re looking to dance to the rhythms, enjoy a flavorful meal, or discover artisanal treasures, the Eustis First Friday Street Party has something for everyone.

April 6 – Blackwater Creek Bluegrass Band, Community Room, 1995 N Donnelly St, Mount Dora, 3 – 4PM, Join us for an afternoon of good old-fashioned music! The band brings together bluegrass, Americana and folk styling with hot picking on banjo, bass, fiddle, guitar and mandolin. No registration required. All seats on a first come, first served basis. Overflow parking at Church of Christ.

April 7 – Seeds, Bulbs & Propagation, Community Room, 1995 N Donnelly St, Mount Dora, 2 – 3PM, Learn how to harvest and plant seeds, propagate cuttings and handle bulbs in this free hands-on workshop. Bring seed pods from home or use our samples. Learn about additional resources available at UF/IFAS Extension. Class taught by a UF/IFAS Extension, Lake County Master Gardener. No registration required.

April 8 – Solar Eclipse Program, Community Room, 1995 N Donnelly St, Mount Dora, 3 – 5PM, 3:00 – 5:00 PM  Streaming of Chasing Shadows, 61 minute film  One attendee = one free pair of eclipse glasses (while supplies last). On Monday, April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross the continental U.S. All of Florida will experience a partial eclipse, beginning at 1:46 PM and lasting for 2.5 hours. When viewing a partial eclipse, observers must use eye protection at all times. Drop-in our program and receive a free pair of eclipse glasses (while supplies last).

April 10 – Coffee with Officer Kenny, Martin Luther King Center, 803 Florida Avenue, Mount Dora, 10 – 11AM, Join Coffee with Officer Kenny to foster open dialogue between police and our community. Discuss important issues and build a mutual understanding for stronger, safer neighborhoods.

April 13 – 29th Annual Mount Dora Earth Day, Donnelly Park, Downtown Mount Dora, 9AM – 3PM, Music, exhibits, raffle and lots of fun. Let’s celebrate our beautiful planet and figure out how we can do our part to help our environment!

April 13 – Earth Day Gardening Event!, Nunan Butterfly Garden, 1995 N Donnelly St, Mount Dora, 10AM – 1PM, Two Earth Day events at once! Florida Native Plant Sale: 10:00 AM- 1:00 PM, Interested in hard-to-find Florida native plants? Attract pollinators and beautify your yard with Florida native plants, available for sale by the Lake Beautyberry Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society. Plant & Seed Swap: 10:30 AM- 12:00 PM. Plants and seeds should be labeled and ready to swap. Please dig plants in advance of the swap so they can recover well, and don’t forget to bring bags or boxes for your new plants! Full swap rules and guidelines available at the library. Held at the Nunan Butterfly Garden. Door prize tickets for all! Docent-led tours of the butterfly garden!

April 13 – Eustis Hometown Comedy & Music Festival, Ferran Park Dr, Eustis, Florida, 3 – 8PM, Central Florida last year Eustis Hometown Comedy & Music Festival was one to remember. Memories were made and if you missed it last year mark your calendar Saturday April 13th the most anticipated festival in Florida returns. Be one of the first to get the behind the scenes info by going to House of Laughter Comedy Worldwide and liking the page.

April 14 – The Lost Town of Ethel, Community Room, 1995 N Donnelly St, Mount Dora, 3 – 4PM, Rock Springs Run is a 14,000-acre Florida state park of prairie and scrub habitat. However, its long and fascinating history includes the first and largest pre-Civil War plantation in central Florida, a bustling township called Ethel, long since disappeared, and some remarkable characters, including Anthony Frazier, a formerly enslaved, freed man who became an Orange County Commissioner of Roads. Presented by Friends of Ethel, a group that has started to bring Ethel alive again and will present this program.

April 17 – Coffee with Officer Kenny, Martin Luther King Center, 803 Florida Avenue, Mount Dora, 10 – 11AM, Join Coffee with Officer Kenny to foster open dialogue between police and our community. Discuss important issues and build a mutual understanding for stronger, safer neighborhoods.

April 20 – Butterfly Release, Nunan Butterfly Garden, 1995 N Donnelly St, Mount Dora, 10:30 – 11AM, All ages are invited to our annual Butterfly Release.

April 24 – Coffee with Officer Kenny, Martin Luther King Center, 803 Florida Avenue, Mount Dora, 10 – 11AM, Join Coffee with Officer Kenny to foster open dialogue between police and our community. Discuss important issues and build a mutual understanding for stronger, safer neighborhoods.

April 27 – Puzzle Swap, Community Room, 1995 N Donnelly St, Mount Dora, 11AM – 1PM, Love jigsaw puzzles? Bring your used puzzles and leave with new (to you!) puzzles. All swap items are free; no registration required.

April 28 – The Sounds of the Big Bands, Community Room, 1995 N Donnelly St, Mount Dora, 3 – 4PM, The Mount Dora Jazz Band is back, this time performing songs recorded and inspired by the classic big bands of Glenn Miller, Bennie Goodman, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Stan Kenton, Tommy Dorsey and others. This popular 13 piece band consists of Central Florida area professional musicians. Founded by Drummer and Director Ted Innes in 2008, this band has become one of Central Florida’s truly great entertaining groups