COMEDY
SIGT Backyard Comedy Show with Brittany Brave: This event is for those 21 and older. Address provided upon purchase of ticket. 8 p.m.; Jan. 27; College Park in Orlando; eventbrite.com
That Medicine “Comedy & Worship Experience”: 6:30 p.m.; Jan. 27; Fire and Glory Church, 6399 W. Colonial Drive in Orlando; eventbrite.com
Gaggle Reflex – The Games We Play: 7:30 p.m.; Jan. 29; Pilar’s Loft, 146 W. Plant St., Suite 210 in Winter Garden; eventbrite.com
FESTIVALS & FAIRS
The Backyard Boogie Cooler Party: This is an old-school hip-hop, dance hall, reggae, R&B and soca music party. 4 p.m.; Jan. 27; 27 Kent Ave. in Orlando; eventbrite.com
Sanford Punk Fest: This event is for those 21 and older. Noon; Jan. 27; West End Trading Co., 202 S. Sanford Ave. in Sanford; $20
Collective Corner Pop-up Market: 11 a.m.; Jan. 27; Elks Lodge, 12 N. Primrose Drive in Orlando; 321-613-8104; unation.com
Simply Clean Expo: This is a buy/sell/trade show for local sneakers, vintage apparel, collectible items and hype gear. 6 p.m.; Jan. 28; Orlando Science Center, 777 E. Princeton St. in Orlando; $15-$85; simplycleanevents.com
Faded Kingdom Beer Festival: Noon; Jan. 27; Tactical Brewing, 4882 New Broad St. in Orlando; $50-$80; eventbrite.com
Lunar New Year Festival 2024: 11 a.m. Jan. 27; 10 a.m. Jan. 28; Central Florida Fairgrounds, 4603 W. Colonial Drive in Orlando; facebook.com
Orlando Beer Week Celebration: 11 a.m.; Jan. 27; Gravity Taproom, 777 N. Orange Ave., Suite D in Orlando; 407-420-0479
Space Station’s 10-Year Anniversary Art Show and Block Party: Noon; Jan. 27; Space Station Orlando, 2539 Coolidge Ave. in Orlando; 407-492-2124; eventbrite.com
Otter Fest: Celebrate craft beer and enjoy riverside views. 2 p.m.; Jan. 27; Wekiva Island, 1014 Miami Springs Drive in Longwood; $40-$50; 407-862-1500; wekivaisland.com
Winterfest: 11 a.m.; Jan. 28; Rosen Event Center, 11184 S. Apopka-Vineland Road in Orlando; 407-387-5330; rosenjcc.org
ZORA! Festival Season: Outdoor festival 9 a.m. Jan. 26-27; 11 a.m. Jan. 28; dinner 7:30 p.m. Jan. 27; The Preserve, 344 E. Kennedy Blvd. in Eatonville; visitorlando.com
Oviedo Mall Carnival: 5 p.m.; Feb. 1; Oviedo Mall, 1700 Oviedo Mall Blvd. in Oviedo; free; dreamlandamusements.com
Audubon Park Community Market: 5 p.m.; Jan. 29; Stardust Video & Coffee, 1842 Winter Park Road in Orlando; stardustvideoandcoffee.wordpress.com
Clermont Farmers Market: 9 a.m.; Jan. 28; West Montrose Street in downtown Clermont
Lady Lake Farmers Market: 9 a.m.; Jan. 30; Rolling Acres Sports Complex, 260 Rolling Acres Road in Lady Lake; local.aarp.org
Lake Mary Farmers Market: 9 a.m.; Jan. 27; Central Park at City Hall, 100 N. Country Club Road in Lake Mary; 407-585-1460
Maitland Farmers Market: 9 a.m.; Jan. 28; Independence Square, 1776 Independence Lane in Maitland; 407-539-6223; itsmymaitland.com
Neighborhood Market: Noon; Jan. 28; Foxtail Coffee Howell Branch, 2451 Howell Market Lane in Orlando; free; 407-555-5555
Orlando Farmers Market: 10 a.m.; Jan. 28; Lake Eola Park, 195 N. Rosalind Ave. in Orlando; orlando.gov
FUNDRAISERS
Crossroads Corral Open Charity Golf Scramble: Registration is at 8 a.m., shotgun start at 9 a.m. and lunch/awards at 1 p.m. Jan. 26; Mayfair Country Club, 3536 Country Club Road in Sanford; eventbrite.com
Norsekorea’s 13-Year Anniversary Party Benefit for The Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida and Wildpath: This event is for those 21 and older. 2 p.m.; Jan. 28; Will’s Pub, 1042 N. Mills Ave. in Orlando; $17
Tables Extraordinaire 2024: The event features themed table displays, Greek food and desserts, silent auctions and shopping, all to help charities. 10 a.m.; Jan. 31, Feb. 1; Holy Trinity Conference & Reception Center, 1217 Trinity Woods Lane in Maitland; $10; 407-331-4687; tables-extraordinaire.com
Fundraiser for the Boston Family: This event is for a local beer rep, Ken Boston, who was involved in a highway accident while trying to help someone. 6 p.m.; Jan. 26; Ten 10 Brewing, 1014 Virginia Drive in Orlando; facebook.com
Dining in the Dark: 6 p.m.; Feb. 1; Sheraton Orlando North, 600 N. Lake Destiny Road in Maitland; LighthouseCFL.org
CARS & TRUCKS
Cars and Coffee: Open to all exotics, sports, customs, and luxury cars on the fourth Saturday each month. 8 a.m.; Jan. 27; Longhorn Steakhouse, 3118 Daniels Road in Winter Garden; carsandcoffeeevents.com
Caffeine and Chrome: All makes and models are welcome. 9 a.m.; Jan. 27; Gateway Classic Cars of Orlando, 635 Century Point, Suite 101 in Lake Mary; carsandcoffeeevents.com
Exotic Cars and Coffee: 8 a.m.; Jan. 28; Old Town, 2843 Old Town Blvd. in Kissimmee; carsandcoffeeevents.com
Old Town Car Show: The show features certain types, models, or makes of cars and trucks every Wednesday. 5 p.m.; Jan. 31; Old Town Kissimmee, 2843 Old Town Blvd. in Kissimmee; carsandcoffeeevents.com
Fired-Up Fridays: All car and truck makes, models and years of show-car quality are welcome. 5 p.m.; Jan. 26; The Promenade at Sunset Walk, 3251 Margaritaville Blvd. in Kissimmee; free; 407-338-4811; sunsetwalk.com
Friday Night Frenzy: 6 p.m.; Jan. 26; Orlando Speedworld Dragway, 19164 E. Colonial Drive in Orlando; $15 admission; $25 to race; carsandcoffeeevents.com
Friday Night Muscle Car Show and Cruise: 3 p.m.; Jan. 26; Old Town, 2843 Old Town Blvd. in Kissimmee; carsandcoffeeevents.com
Saturday Night Classic Car Show: 1 p.m.; Jan. 27; Old Town Kissimmee, 2843 Old Town Blvd. in Kissimmee; carsandcoffeeevents.com
Sunday Night Cruise: All makes, models and years of cars, trucks and bikes are welcome. The event includes food and drink specials with 70s and 80s rock music. 4 p.m.; Jan. 28; Post Time Lounge Cafe and Patio, 2500 S. U.S. Highway 17-92 in Longwood; carsandcoffeeevents.com
Whoop Azz Wednesday: 6 p.m.; Jan. 31; Orlando Speedworld Dragway, 19164 E. Colonial Drive in Orlando; carsandcoffeeevents.com
FOOD
Flamenco Fridays: Enjoy Spanish tapas and shareable pans of paella while flamenco dancers entertain. 7:30 p.m.; Jan. 26; Jaleo Disney Springs, 1482 E. Buena Vista Drive in Orlando; jaleo.com
Game Day Favorites with Allison Harrell: 11 a.m.; Jan. 31; Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave. in Winter Park; eventbrite.com
Local Live Music and Meals: Mexican specialist serves tacos, wood-fired dishes and craft cocktails. 6 p.m.; Jan. 26- 27; Solita Tacos & Margaritas, 222 S. Orange Ave. in Orlando; 520-440-4916
Creamy Chicken Carbonara Cooking Class: 7 p.m.; Feb. 1; Broken Strings Brewery, 1012 W. Church St. in Orlando; eventbrite.com
The Mozart Dinner: Mozart & Mariachi: The event includes costumed opera singers, musicians and candlelit dinner. 6 p.m.; Jan. 27; Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave. in Orlando; 407-839-0119, 407-512-1900; business.eocc.org
Brunch Fiesta with Live Music: Enjoy Mexican brunch specialties, margaritas, OJ mimosas and live music. 11 a.m.; Jan. 28; Solita Tacos & Margaritas, 222 S. Orange Ave. in Orlando; 520-440-4916; eventvesta.com
Rhythm & Brunch: 11 a.m.; Jan. 28; Artisan’s Table, 55 W. Church St., Suite 128 in Orlando; eventbrite.com
Winter Park Wine and Jazz Experience: This event is for those 21 and older and includes food and wine stations and live music. 6 p.m.; Jan. 26; Winter Park Events Center, 1050 W. Morse Blvd. in Winter Park; 407-896-7356; WineandJazz.eventbrite.com
MOVIES
“Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs”: Free for kids 12-under. Noon; Jan. 28; Enzian Theater, 1300 S. Orlando Ave. in Maitland; 407-629-1088; enzian.org
LITERARY ARTS
Library Story Time: Ages 6-under enjoy stories, song, dance and play every Friday. All ages are welcome. 11 a.m.; Jan. 26; Minneola Library, 100 S. Main Ave. in Minneola; 352-253-6180; mylakelibrary.org
Meet the Author: Alicia D. Williams: Celebrate Zora Neale Hurston’s legacy with Williams, award-winning children’s author of “Jump at the Sun,” “Genesis Begins Again” and “The Talk.” Recommended for families with children ages 5-up. 10:30 a.m.; Jan. 26; Orange County Library, Eatonville branch, 200 E. Kennedy Blvd. in Eatonville; free; 407-835-7323; attend.ocls.info
40th Annual Storytelling Festival: The event features workshops, concerts, youthful voices and sense of community. Jan. 28; Lakeside Inn, 100 N. Alexander St. in Mount Dora; $140-$185; mountdora.com
Rudy Francisco Live: Francisco will read from his new book, “Excuse Me As I Kiss The Sky.” 7:30 p.m.; Jan. 26; DGBEK Studios, 4677 L.B. McLeod Road, Suite I in Orlando; eventbrite.com
Book Signing with Author Susan Eischeid: Her new book is “Mistress of Life and Death,” a biography of Maria Mandl. 6 p.m.; Jan. 31; Shalom Orlando, 851 N. Maitland Ave. in Maitland; eventbrite.com
Sleepy Bear: Toddlers explore stories, rhymes and songs about bears and hibernating friends. 11 a.m.; Jan. 31; Orange County Library, Southwest branch, 7255 Della Drive in Orlando; free; 407-835-7323; attend.ocls.info
Writers of Central Florida or Thereabouts: 8 p.m.; Jan. 31; Stardust Video & Coffee, 1842 Winter Park Road in Orlando; stardustvideoandcoffee.wordpress.com
In-Person Event with Author Karena Kilcoyne: Kilcoyne launches her latest book, “Rise Above the Story.” 6 p.m.; Feb. 1; Writer’s Block Bookstore, 316 N. Park Ave. in Winter Park; eventbrite.com
FAMILY
Valentine Pet Photo Day: Pet and family photos are available. 10 a.m.; Jan. 28; Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Hamlin, 14416 Shoreside Way, Suite 120 in Winter Garden; eventbrite.com
Family Fun Day: Join the Maitland Police Department in front of city hall. 11 a.m.; Jan. 27; Independence Square, 1776 Independence Lane in Maitland; free; 407-539-6223; itsmymaitland.com
World’s Biggest Bounce Park: FUNBOX is a 25,000-square-foot inflatable playground. 3:30 p.m.; Jan. 26; Florida Mall, 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail in Orlando; $13-$24; funbox.com
FamilyFest: Noon; Jan. 27; Dezerland Park, 5250 International Drive in Orlando; eventbrite.com
Navigating the Rainbow Road: This is a parenting program for parents and caregivers of LGBTQ+ youth. 5 p.m.; Jan. 31; 26Health, 801 N. Magnolia Ave. in Orlando; free; 321-800-2922, ext. 1114; fundraise.givesmart.com
KIDS
After-School Program: Kids get homework help and tutors to help complete school assignments before they get home. 3 p.m.; Jan. 26, Jan. 29-31, Feb. 1; Rosen Event Center, 11184 S. Apopka-Vineland Road in Orlando; 407-387-5330; rosenjcc.org
Winter Sparrow Music Camp: 8 a.m.; Jan. 26-28; Wekiwa Springs State Park, 1800 Wekiwa Circle in Apopka; fun4gatorkids.com
Kids Pop-In Class: Noon; Jan. 29; Suite 203, Healing Mama Studio, 601 N. Orlando Ave. in Maitland; eventbrite.com
Mindful Play Learning: Yoga for Preschoolers: Sessions playfully use yoga and imagination to teach ages 3-5 social-emotional skills, support cognitive development and enhance creativity. 10:15 a.m.; Jan. 30; Orange County Library, Eatonville branch, 200 E. Kennedy Blvd. in Eatonville; free; 407-835-7323; ocls.info
OUTDOORS & GARDENS
Maintenance, Care and Pest Control of Vegetable Gardens: 2 p.m.; Jan. 30; Hart Memorial Central Library, 211 E. Dakin Ave. in Kissimmee; osceolalibrary.org
Herbicide Use in Natural Area Workshop: 9 a.m.; Jan. 30; UF/IFAS Extension, 1921 Kissimmee Valley Lane in Kissimmee; sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu
PURSUITS & HOBBIES
Fashion Show: 1:30 p.m.; Jan. 27; Clermont Garden Club, 849 West Ave. in Clermont; $30; clermontgardenclub.com
Clermont Paint and Sip – Valentine Gnome: Enjoy DIY acrylic painting. Noon; Jan. 28; Clermont Oyster Bar, 1500 S. U.S. Highway 27 in Clermont; eventbrite.com
Drunk Drewelry: Jewelry by TFC hosts the event every last Friday of the month. 6 p.m.; Jan. 26; Jewelry by TFC, 439 N. Donnelly St. in Mount Dora; free; mountdora.com
Ukulele Club: Bring your ukulele and join intermediate to advanced group play every Tuesday. Registration is not required. 5 p.m.; Jan. 30; Cooper Memorial Library, 2525 Oakley Seaver Drive in Clermont; 352-253-6180; mylakelibrary.org
Taproom Game Night and Live Music: Bring games or enjoy ours. 6:30 p.m.; Feb. 1; Eden Abbey Brewing Community, 405 S. Highland St. in Mount Dora; mountdora.com
The Art of Intentionality – Workshop & Roundtable: 5 p.m.; Jan. 31; TLC Engineering, 255 S. Orange Ave. in Orlando; eventbrite.com
Adult Sewing Class: Noon; Jan. 27; New Life Church, second floor, 3311 N. Powers Drive in Orlando; eventbrite.ie
Fiber Art Collage Workshop: Learn an intuitive, meditative approach to hand-stitching. 10 a.m.; Jan. 26; FAVO, 221 E. Colonial Drive, #238 in Orlando; eventbrite.com
Milk Mechanics and Latte Art: Learn the basics of milk texturing and latte art. 9 a.m.; Jan. 27; The Roastery, 676 Cherry St., Unit 2 in Winter Park; eventbrite.com
Paint in Acrylics: Learn to paint lakeside palm trees. 9 a.m.; Jan. 26; Artisans of Mount Dora, 139 E. Fourth Ave. in Mount Dora; eventbrite.com
Paint in Acrylics: Learn to paint lavender sunset cypress trees. 10 a.m.; Jan. 27; Artisans of Mount Dora, 139 E. Fourth Ave. in Mount Dora; eventbrite.com
Royal Pride of Nations National Newcomer 2024: 6 p.m.; Jan. 28; Avanti Palms Resort and Conference Center, 6515 International Drive in Orlando; eventbrite.com
Sleigh The Runway: 7 p.m.; Jan. 27; Dream City Event Center, 6387 W. Colonial Drive in Orlando; eventbrite.com
Orlando Scrabble Club: The club meets on Mondays. 7 p.m.; Jan. 29; Casselberry Recreation Building, 200 N. Triplet Lake Drive in Casselberry; free; orlandoscrabble.com
Trivia Tuesday: 7 p.m.; Jan. 30; Gravity Taproom, 777 N. Orange Ave., Suite D in Orlando; free; 352-246-2306;
Trivia Tuesday: 7 p.m.; Jan. 30; The Corner Pizza Bar, 150 S. Magnolia Ave. in Orlando; 407-246-2555; downtownorlando.com
Taproom Trivia: Individuals or teams welcome. 6:30 p.m.; Jan. 31; Eden Abbey Brewing Community, 405 S. Highland St. in Mount Dora; mountdora.com
Sacred Moonlight Breath Journey Sound Healing: 6 p.m.; Jan. 27; Inspirit Yoga Studio, 7575 Kingspointe Parkway, Suite 21 in Orlando; eventbrite.com
Spirit Sports National Cheerleading Competition: Jan. 27-28; Silver Spurs Arena at Osceola Heritage Park, 1875 Silver Spur Lane in Kissimmee; $38-$48
Cooper Crafters Group: Bring your current project every Thursday. Registration is not required. 2 p.m.; Feb. 1; Cooper Memorial Library, 2525 Oakley Seaver Drive in Clermont; mylakelibrary.org
Cooper Quilters Group: Bring your current project every Tuesday and Thursday. Registration is not required. 9 a.m.; Feb. 1; Cooper Memorial Library, 2525 Oakley Seaver Drive in Clermont; mylakelibrary.org
Knitting and Crochet Group for Adults: Bring your latest project and create, connect and chat. All skill levels are welcome. 3 p.m.; Feb. 1; Cagan Crossings Community Library, 16729 Cagan Oaks in Clermont; mylakelibrary.org
Valentine Surprise: Create heart-shaped Valentine crafts, listen to stories and play games to fill your heart with love. 10:15 a.m.; Feb. 1; Orange County Library, South Trail branch, 4600 S. Orange Blossom Trail in Orlando; free; 407-835-7323; ocls.info
