Etc. listings: Sept 16-22
COMEDY
Kevin Hart — Reality Check: This event will be a phone-free experience. Use of phones will not be permitted in the performance space. 7 p.m.; Sept. 16; Amway Center, 400 W. Church St. in Orlando; $56.50-$847
FOOD
AVA Mediterraegean Golden Hour: Enjoy discounted bites, cocktails and wines every Monday-Thursday from 5-6 p.m. from our Golden Hour menu. Sept. 19-22; AVA Mediterraegean, 290 S. Park Ave. in Winter Park; $8-$10; 407-794-9896
International Food and Drink Festival 2022: The International Food and Drink Festival 2022 is back. 11 a.m.; Sept. 18; Festival Park, 2911 E. Robinson St. in Orlando; free; 407-936-4332.
Kids Hour at Orlando Cat Cafe: 4 p.m.; Sept. 21; 532 Cagan Park Ave. in Clermont; fun4lakekids.com
Orlando Burger Week: From gourmet blends to off-menu specialties and even beer pairings — we will pay tribute to America’s sweetheart, the hamburger. 12 a.m.; Sept. 16-21, Sept. 22; Orlando, orlandoburgerweek.com
Winter Haven Sunday Brunch Tour: Eat, drink and discover mimosas, waffles, citrus ales and more. Explore downtown Winter Haven and its charming restaurants that celebrate brunch, drinks and, of course, history. 11:30 a.m.; Sept. 18; Downtown Winter Haven, 220 Ave. A W. in Winter Garden; $45-$95; winterhavenfoodtours.com
FESTIVALS & FAIRS
Almost Fall Fest: Presented by the Mills 50 District at Quantum Leap Winery. 4 p.m.; Sept. 18; Quantum Leap Winery, 1312 Wilfred Drive in Orlando; bandsintown.com
Clermont Sips and Salsa Festival: 2 p.m.; Sept. 17; 330 Third St. in Clermont; free; fun4lakekids.com
Global Peace Film Festival: Kick-off: Two friends without a clue set out on a journey to survive the end of the world. 6:30 p.m.; Sept. 21; Bush Science Center in Winter Park; go.activecalendar.com
Maitland Farmers Market: Shop fresh produce and fruit, plants and flowers, crafts, food and more. 9 a.m.; Sept. 18; 1776 Independence Lane in Maitland; free; 407-539-6223; itsmymaitland.com
ICON Park’s Oktoberfest celebration: ICON Park is hosting its first Oktoberfest celebration select dates Sept. 16-Oct. 2. 5 p.m.; ICON Park, 8375 International Drive in Orlando; free; iconparkorlando.com
FUNDRAISERS
Fashion Gala In Orlando For A Cause: A fashion gala to raise money for mental health in Orlando. If you want to make a huge difference in someone’s life you can. 7 p.m.; Sept. 17; Art Gallery At Mills Park, 1650 N. Mills Ave. in Orlando; $40; 321-303-8193
JOSH Winter Wonderland Gala: Central Florida weather may be warm in September, but it will be a “cool” evening to support our troops at the 4th Annual JOSH Gala at the beautiful Lake Mary Events Center. 7 p.m.; Sept. 16; Lake Mary Events Center, 260 N. Country Club Road in Lake Mary; $90-$110; 407-314-1607; gojosh.org
Family Bingo Night benefiting Officer Joshua Rotarius: Bingo, family dance party, silent auction, dinner and more supporting Officer Rotarius, who lost his home in a catastrophic house fire. 6:30 p.m.; Sept. 16; Venue on Lake Lily, 641 Maitland Ave S. in Maitland; 407-647-2111; maitlandfamilybingonight.eventbrite.com
St. Luke’s United Women in Faith Annual Ladies’ Tea and Boutique: Ladies’ Tea, celebrating the Queen’s Jubilee.12:15 p.m.; Sept. 17; St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 4851 S. Apopka-Vineland Road in Orlando; $30-$31; st.lukes.org
FILM
20th Annual Global Peace Film Festival: The Global Peace Film Festival is a celebratory event and a place to honor those who promote global and community awareness of peace and environmental sustainability. 5 p.m.; Sept. 19; 1052 W. Morse Blvd. in Orlando; free; orlandoatplay.com
The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales: Join us over the weekend for special appearances and Q&A sessions with director Abigail Disney. 3:30 p.m.; Sept. 16-22; Enzian Theater, 1300 S Orlando Ave. in Maitland; 407-629-1088; enzian.org
LITERARY ARTS
Cooper Book Club: 108B-Monthly book club meeting. 5 p.m.; Sept. 20; Cooper Memorial Library, 2525 Oakley Seaver Drive in Clermont; lssc.edu
Library Story Time: Join the library every Friday for stories, song, dance and play. The story time is geared for ages 0-5, but all are welcome. 11 a.m.; Sept. 16; Minneola Library, 100 S. Main Ave. in Minneola; 352-253-6180; mylakelibrary.evanced.info
Storytime at Minneola Schoolhouse Library: 11 a.m.; Sept. 16; Minneola Library, 100 S. Main Ave. in Minneola; free; fun4lakekids.com
Teen Writers Group: Interested in writing your own story? Want to share things you’ve written with other writers? Join us to get inspired and get writing. 4 p.m.; Sept. 17; Alafaya Branch, 12000 E. Colonial Drive in Orlando; free; 407-835-7323; attend.ocls.info
WEE Story Time: Stories, finger plays, books, bubbles and toys. 11 a.m.; Sept. 20; Cagan Crossings Community Library, 16729 Cagan Oaks in Clermont; mylakelibrary.evanced.info
Gathering and Gabbing, Zora Neale Hurston Book Club: The Complete Stories by Zora Neale Hurston, 1995, with introduction by Henry Louis Gates Jr. 3 p.m.; Sept. 17; 227 E. Kennedy Blvd. in Eatonville; orlandoatplay.com
Virtual: Mayor Buddy’s Book Club: Engage in a lively discussion and fun activities with Mayor Buddy’s Book Club. Recommended for ages 8–12. 4 p.m.; Sept. 21; Virtual Orange County Library System, Virtual; Orlando; free; 407-835-7323; attend.ocls.info
FAMILY
Autism Family Day at Puzzle Ranch: 10 a.m.; Sept. 17; 33348 County Road 437 in Sorrento; free; fun4lakekids.com
Family History Research: In this family history research class, become acquainted with different types of vital records, learn how to recognize first and second sources, interpret census, naturalization and military draft registration. 1 p.m.; Sept. 21; Cooper Memorial Library, 2525 Oakley Seaver Drive in Clermont; 352-253-6180; mylakelibrary.evanced.info
Flip Circus: From the Imagination of Circus Vazquez is born Flip Circus, a world-class show full of magic, fun and talent. 7:30 p.m.; Sept. 16, 19-22; Florida Mall, 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail in Orlando; $45
Meet Florida Meat, Farmers Market and Family Day: 10 a.m.; Sept. 17-18; Long and Scott’s Farms, 26216 County Road 448A in Mount Dora; free; 863-595-8556; fun4lakekids.com
Smithsonian Museum Day: Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian magazine. Admission is free all day with a Smithsonian Museum Day ticket. 10 a.m.; Sept. 17; Orange County Regional History Center, 65 E. Central Blvd. in Orlando; free; 407-836-8500; thehistorycenter.org
KIDS
CML — Pokémon League: A casual group for Pokémon lovers. Bring your cards and test your skill against other players, or simply hang out with like-minded fans. If you enjoy Pokémon, this group is for you. 10:30 a.m.; Sept. 17; Cooper Memorial Library, 2525 Oakley Seaver Drive in Clermont; 352-253-6180; mylakelibrary.evanced.info.
Toddler Open Gym: 10:30 a.m.; Sept. 19; St. Cloud Civic Center, 3001 17th St. in St. Cloud; 407-957-7300; stcloudfl.gov
Toddler Time: 9 a.m.; Sept. 20, 22; Sky Zone Clermont, 2510 S. Highway 27 in Clermont; fun4lakekids.com
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