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February 2015
GARDEN THEATRE
LIVE SEASON
Life on the Trail Exhibit
On display February 16 through April 17
The City of Winter Garden presents Life on the Trail Art Exhibit, the current Art in Public
Places exhibit in City Hall. Original renderings of local artists’, of different ages, interpretations will cover the walls of City Hall Lobby. The exhibit includes over 25 pieces of art in
various mediums and processes. These diverse and colorful pieces portray everyday
life on the West Orange Trail, from biking and running to scenery and sunsets by the trail!
5th Annual JCCF Charity Golf Tournament
The Jimmy Crabtree Cancer Fund will be hosting its 5th Annual Golf Tournament to raise
funds that will assist with medical expenses for young cancer stricken families in our area.
This event sold out early last year so consider pre-registering at the website below.
The public is invited to attend the tournament as well as a pulled pork dinner and Silent
Auction. The dinner is served to the golfers, guests and the public beginning at 5:30 pm
with a donation to JCCF. Sponsorships are available. www.jccancerfund.org
Date:
Time:
Place:
Fee: Monday, March 9
11:30 am sign-in and Lunch; 1 pm Shotgun Tee off
West Orange Country Club, 3300 West Orange Country Club Drive, Winter Garden
$100 Per Player or $400 per foursome
(includes a light lunch and Pulled Pork dinner)
Utility Bill Assistance for City of
Winter Garden low income Seniors
New applications or renewals are now being accepted. Those eligible will receive up to
a $35 reduction in their city utility bill starting in May 2015. You must have been a City
resident continuously for 5-years prior to submitting an application.
Applications are available at the City Hall Reception Desk. You must be 65 years of age,
or 62 years of age and receiving Social Security. Your monthly income may not exceed
$1,257.45 (Single) or $1,757.96 (Married). Copies of your 2014 Federal Income Tax
Return OR your 2015 Social Security Benefit Statement and ALL other sources of income
MUST BE PROVIDED. Contact the City Clerk’s office at 407.656.4111 ext. 2297.
The deadline for submitting your application AND proof of your income
is May 1, 2015.
Doubt, A Parable
By John Patrick Shanley
Produced by Beth Marshall Presents
The Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning drama follows a Catholic
high school priest’s battle for truth and personal integrity that will
leave you with questions to ponder long after the curtain goes down.
This show contains adult themes.
Dates & Times: February 6 – 22;
Thursday – Saturday, 8 pm; Sunday 2 pm
Tickets: $21 – $25
Boeing Boeing
By Marc Camoletti, adapted by Beverly Cross
Produced by Garden Theatre
It’s the 1960’s, and swinging bachelor Bernard couldn’t be happier:
a flat in Paris and three gorgeous stewardesses all engaged to
him without knowing about each other. But Bernard’s perfect life
gets bumpy when his friend Robert comes to stay and a new
and speedier Boeing jet throws off all of his careful planning. In a
hilarious farce that has enjoyed hit revivals in London and New York,
lift your tray tables and fasten your seat belts – Boeing Boeing
is up and away on the Garden stage!
Dates & Times: March 20 – April 4;
Thursday – Saturday, 8 pm; Sunday, 2 pm
Tickets: $21 – $25
FILM
StarLite Film Festival
StarLite is the global destination for micro-budget filmmakers who
have developed films for under $200,000. This year, the festival
also welcomes student short films, celebrating the up-and-coming
filmmaker. Over four days, enjoy the best of the best films,
entertaining workshops, and lively parties along with national and
international filmmakers. You can buy an all-access pass – giving
you entrance to every film, workshop and party! starlitefilmfest.com
Date: February 26 – March 1
SPECIAL EVENT
Garden Encore! Annual Fundraising Gala
Join the Garden Theatre for an unforgettable evening full of
elegance and surprise in charming downtown Winter Garden
with featured entertainment by Broadway star and recording
artist Sam Harris.
Date & Time: Saturday, March 7, 6:30 pm
Tickets: $200 per person
For tickets visit gardentheatre.org
or call 407.877.GRDN (4736)
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Spring into FUN with Winter Garden RECREATION!
Tai Chi, Yoga, Martial Arts, Tennis, Softball, 50+ Activities, Special Olympics Activities, Trips, Horticulture Lectures, Guitar Lessons, Art Classes, Kickball, Pre-School
Activities, Cooking Classes, Belly Dance and More! Find dates, details and prices at www.wintergarden-fl.gov or call 407.656.4155
PICKLEBALL
AARP FOUNDATION TAX-AID
This sport is a combination of tennis, badminton, ping pong and racquetball. An easy
to learn game for all ages that promotes exercise and fun.
Date: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
Time: 9 – 11 am
Place: Veteran’s Memorial Park, 420 South Park Avenue
Fee:Free!
AARP is offering free tax help to low-to moderate-income taxpayers, especially
those 60 and older. No appointment necessary.
Date: Wednesdays, February 4 – April 8
Time: 8:30 am – 12 pm
Fee: FREE!
Place: Jessie Brock Community Center, 310 North Dillard Street
USSSA SOFTBALL - ADULT SPRING LEAGUE
ACTIVE 50+ DAY TRIPS: ST. AUGUSTINE
Time to swing into the spring with our adult softball! Leagues are available for all
skill levels. Church, Men’s, Men’s over 40 and Co-ed leagues offered Monday Thursday. Play, be active and most importantly have fun!
Date: Registration open February 9 – March 9 for returning teams
Registration open February 16 – March 9 for new teams
Registration may close early due to limited availability in each league.
Leagues begin the week of April 6
Time: Games at 6:45 pm, 7:45 pm & 8:45 pm
Fee: $460 per team for season
Place: Braddock Park, 13460 Lake Butler Boulevard
Veteran’s Memorial Park, 420 South Park Avenue
Visit St. Augustine, the “Ancient City,” and the oldest continuously occupied
European-established settlement and port in the continental United States. The day
will start with a one-hour private trolley ride that will guide us through America’s
oldest city. Spend the rest of your day exploring the many museums, the fort,
shopping, and dining on your own. Fees include transportation, private trolley tour,
and “Hop on and Off” Trolley for the rest of the day. You and your friends can lunch
on your own at your convenience.
Date: Tuesday, March 10
Time: 7:30 am – 6:30 pm
Fee: $30 City Resident / $32 Non-Resident
SUMMER DAY CAMP REGISTRATION
KICKBALL - ADULT SPRING LEAGUE
The playground game we all remember from grade school has evolved into today’s
hottest get-together sport for adults. Anyone can play from the less experienced to
the diehard. This is a great way to stay in shape, meet new people, and have fun!
Come out and KICK IT with our Thursday night co-ed league.
Date: Registration open February 9 – March 9 for returning teams
Registration open February 16 – March 9 for new teams
Registration may close early due to limited availability in each league.
League begins April 9
Time: Games at 6:45 pm, 7:45 pm & 8:45 pm
Fee: $300 per team for season
Place: Braddock Park, 13460 Lake Butler Boulevard
ARCHERY
Learn beginner and intermediate archery skills through games and instructional
lessons. This course is developed for individuals who are looking to learn the skill of
archery or build on their current knowledge of the sport.
Date: Saturdays, April 11 – May 2
Time: 8:30 – 9:30 am
Fee: $40 City Resident / $45 Non-Resident per class
$120 City Resident / $135 Non-Resident per 4-week session
Place: Veterans Parks, 420 South Park Avenue
Summer Day Camp 2015 is here! And now, for all previously enrolled families, you
can register completely online. Prior to registration, please make sure that all house
information is current and up to date. To avoid any registration issues, please verify
your camper’s information by April 10th. The first two weeks payment is due by May
15th. Payments not made by May 15th are subject to late charges or cancellation.
Camp is offered from June 8 – August 7. Space is extremely limited.
Registration:Residents April 13 – May 15
Non-Residents May 4 – 15
(First two weeks payment due by May 15)
Ages: Camp is open to children entering 1st through 8th grade
Fee:
CITY RESIDENT
NON-RESIDENT
$100 per week
$80 per week
$60 per week
$130 per week
$110 per week
$90 per week
1st Camper
2nd Camper
3rd + Campers
(Please note there is a $1.50 transaction fee online per transaction)
Limited scholarships are available through the Winter Garden Recreation Department.
Scholarships are based on the Income Eligibility Guidelines. Applications for scholarship
will be available beginning February 16, 2015 and must be returned by April 1, 2015.
Scholarships will be awarded on April 3, 2015. To obtain an application please contact
the Recreation Office or email [email protected].
SUMMER DAY CAMP COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING PROGRAM
The Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program is specifically designed to develop the skills
needed to be a positive leader and role model in the summer day camp. CIT’s will
be given a behind the scenes glimpse at camp planning, policies and administration.
Each CIT will be assigned to work with a specific group in the summer day camp, and
through hands-on experience, will work side by side with the camp counselors and
Camp Director. Using a first follower approach participants will have a chance to explore
leadership opportunities in a camp setting, responsibilities involved in working with
children and fun team building activities.
Limited space is available. In order to be eligible for this program, interested participants
must complete an application and interview. Applications will be available beginning
February 16 and must be returned by March 13.
Date: Weeks of June 8, 15, 22 & 29
Weeks of July 6, 13, 20 & 27
Week of August 3
Time: 7 am – 6 pm
Ages: 14*– 16 (*Eligible CIT’s must be 14 by June 5, 2015 and entering 9th Grade)
Fee: $55 per week per CIT for City Residents
$65 per week per CIT for Non-Residents
Winter Garden Heritage Foundation
DESPITE THE OBSTACLES, A PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBIT
In celebration of Black History Month, Winter Garden Heritage Foundation presents a
curated photographic exhibit covering the educational history contributed by the African
American schools of West Orange County prior to integration. The exhibit also marks the
50th anniversary of the great strides made in 1964 and 1965 with the passage of both
the Civil Rights Act and the Voting Rights Act.
Date: February through March 2015
Fee:FREE!
Place: WGHF History Research and Education Center, 21 East Plant Street
WINTER GARDEN HERITAGE FOUNDATION HISTORY RESEARCH AND
EDUCATION CENTER
Located at 21 East Plant Street • Now open daily from 11 am to 6 pm
Stop in and see what local history is all about… and maybe add yours to the collection!
Kids Night Out
127 SOBO Art Center, 127 South Boyd St | Open Wednesday – Saturday |
10 am – 6 pm | [email protected]
SPLASH 2015 First Anniversary Gala
Don’t miss helping us celebrate our First Anniversary by attending this exciting
fundraiser event at 127 SOBO Art Center. Enjoy fine food, beverages and entertainment while viewing the extraordinary art that will be auctioned along with
many other items. Tickets may still be available. Visit our website or the gallery
for more details and ticket information. Festive Attire: (black and white with a
splash of red)
Date: Friday, February 20
Time: 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Found Object Assemblage –
Jan Partain
Some woodworking knowledge is helpful as you undertake a fun challenge of
finding a new story in otherwise discarded objects and favorite treasures. The
focus will be on simple and innovative joinery applicable to wood, metal, glass,
paper and fiber. Topics will include, but are not limited to, working within boxes,
rendering figures and collage. Playfulness encouraged.
Date: Saturday, February 28
Time: 9 am – 4 pm
Fee: Adults: $100 members, $120 non-members
Opening: “Going Deeper”
Featured artist: Chad Pollpeter
Artworks depict hidden or obvious meanings that can make a statement about
a social situation or have the appearance of something ‘deep’. Bring your
friends to be the first to view the latest exhibition while you meet the artists and
sample refreshments and beverages.
Date: Thursday, March 5
Time: 5:30 – 8 pm
Fee:FREE!
Enjoy a night out on the town knowing your children are safe and in the care of quality
trained staff. While attending the program, your child will engage in a multitude of
activities as well as build strong friendships with other children from the community.
Dinner will be provided. The program is open to children currently enrolled in
Kindergarten – 5th grade. Program will cancel if minimum number of 10 children isn’t
met.
Date: February 20 and April 17
Time: 5 – 10 pm
Ages: K – 5 Grades
Fee: $12 Residents / $15 Non-Residents
Place: Jessie Brock Community Center, 310 North Dillard Street
Sculpting with Clay: The language of
dreams – Katherine Mathisen
FRESH...FROM THE FIELD
Intro to Stained Glass - Mary Keating
Sponsored by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
An extraordinary food and beverage experience connecting guests to the land held at
Tucker Ranch in Winter Garden. A four-course meal created by Robert J. Ciborowski,
Executive Chef for the Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort.
Date: Saturday, March 7
Time: 5:30 – 9:30 PM
Place: Tucker Ranch Winter Garden
Tickets: http://orlando.cff.org/freshfromthefield, 407.256.3884
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WINTER GARDEN ART
ASSOCIATION
Skill level: all welcome. Using coil, pinch and sculpt and hand building techniques, we will explore sculpting the human face by creating a smaller than life
size bust. Students will learn elementary working anatomy of the human skull
and face. We will explore unique surfaces that can be used at different stages
in the clay sculpting process to bring your work to life.
Date: Saturday, March 7 & Sunday, March 8
Time: 10 am – 5 pm
Fee: $225 members, $245 non-members
Skill level: beginner. Students will learn basic skills to design and fabricate a
small stained glass panel using the Copper Foil method.
Date: Thursday, March 12 & Friday, March 13
Time: 9 am – 5 pm
Fee: Adults: $145 members, $165 non-members
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February 2015
SATURDAY MARCH 14TH
6:30 PM | NEWTON PARK
29 W. Garden Avenue
INSTRUMENT PETTING ZOO
FOR CHILDREN WILL BEGIN AT 4:30 PM
BRING A BLANKET AND ENJOY
AN OUTSIDE CONCERT UNDER THE STARS
FEE: $10.00
FREE FOR KIDS UNDER 12 YEARS OF AGE
Rain out date: March 29, 2015
FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT
www.facebook.com/EveningAtThePops
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