Compiled by Jaime Silveira
Ongoing - Members Needed
Friendship Force of Greater Orlando, a club with a mission of creating an environment in which personal friendships are established across the cultural and geographical barriers that separate people, seeks members. For more information, call JoAnn Gatlin, 407-876-3569; or oakdale@cfl.rr.com.
Ongoing - Prayer Group For Mothers
Moms interested in joining a prayer group to pray for their children and their children's schools, teachers and administrators should call 407-248-8664 for more information.
Ongoing - Home-Church Gatherings
Southwest community members are invited to attend home-church gatherings with a group of families/individuals who meet to encourage and edify each other. Christians and those wanting to learn more about Jesus are welcome. For more information, call 407-877-3936.
Ongoing - Girl Scout Program
Girl Scouts of Citrus Council Inc. invites girls 5-17 to join its program. For more information, call 407-896-4475 or visit www.citrus-gs.org on the Web.
Ongoing - Play Group
Tiny Toes of West Orlando, a play group for children up to age 4, welcomes new Southwest-area members. The group meets weekly for park and home play dates, story times, themed parties, theme park visits, crafts and creative events for both children and moms to enjoy. For more information, e-mail Linda at kaileysmommy921@yahoo.com or visit www.meetup.com/tinytoes on the Web.
Sept. 7 & 14 - Musicians Needed
The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2093 Community Band, 4444 Edgewater Drive, Orlando, seeks new musicians, especially those who play percussion, flutes or reeds. Time: Rehearsals are Tuesdays at 7 p.m. For more information, call 407-671-7447 or e-mail smuffsan@yahoo.com.
Sept. 14 - Members Needed
Femmes de Coeur (Women of Heart) seeks new members. The 501(c)(3) organization raises funds for a variety of Central Florida charities. Time: Meetings are the second Tuesday of each month. For more information, call Jill Rees, 407-423-7243; e-mail njrees@msn.com; or visit www.femmesdecoeur.org on the Web.
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Ongoing - BMX Practices & Races
Orlando BMX holds practices and races for local children and adults at Barnett Park, 4801 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando. Times and costs vary. For more information, call 407-297-3589 or visit www.orlbmx.com on the Web.
Sept. 3 & 17 - UCP Dances
United Cerebral Palsy of Central Florida hosts Neon Club Dances for adults with disabilities at the Loch Haven Neighborhood Center, 610 N. Lake Formosa Drive, Orlando. Guests must be older than 16. Time: first and third Friday of each month from 6:30-9 p.m. Cost: $1. For more information, call Joanne Solomon, 407-852-3315; e-mail jsolomon@ucpcfl.org; or visit www.ucpcfl.org on the Web.
Sept. 7 & 14 - Dances For Seniors
The Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St., Orlando, hosts Meet & Mingle senior dances, featuring big-band music by The Trumpet Blues. Singles and couples are welcome. Time: Tuesdays from 7:30-10 p.m. Cost: $4. For more information, call 407-245-0921.
Sept. 11 - Rummage Sale
The Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St., Orlando, hosts the Trash & Treasure Rummage Sale, including antiques, jewelry, household items, vintage clothing, artwork and more. Reservations range from $1-$5 for a table to sell items. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. For more information, call 407-254-1066.
Sept. 18 - Open House For Children's Programs
Dr. P. Phillips YMCA Family Center, 7000 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Orlando, holds a barbecue and open house for families interested in YMCA's Indian Guides and Indian Princesses programs. Time: 1-4 p.m. For more information, e-mail dpnationchief@yahoo.com or visit www.ywilderness.com on the Web.
Sept. 18 - Church Program
Windermere Union Church, United Church of Christ, 10710 Park Ridge-Gotha Road, Windermere, hosts the Maximized Living Makeover, a free event led by Colton Kaminski. Reservations are required. Time: 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. For more information, call 407-292-0909 or 715-252-0411.
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