Social Datebook
Who Will Build It? Breakfast
Highlights: Habitat for Humanity will kick off its annual giving campaign with a
continental breakfast. A volunteer and a Habitat homeowner will share their experiences at the event, which is held to raise money to build homes for low-income residents.
When: September 29
Where: All Saints Episcopal Church, Winter Park
Benefits: Habitat for Humanity Orlando
Itinerary: Registration and networking begins at 7:30 a.m., program 8 to 9 a.m.
Dress: Business/business casual
Tickets: No charge, Donations accepted
Contact: 407-648-4567 ext. 410 for ticket purchase, habitat-orlando.org
10th Annual Vino
Highlights: Sample food and wine from various Central Florida restaurants at the Easter Seals Florida-Central Florida Region’s 10th annual Vino event. Emcees are WLOQ’s Robyn Austin and WFTV’s Darrell Greene. The evening will include live and silent auctions, as well as live entertainment.
When: September 26
Where: Ballroom at Church Street,
downtown Orlando
Benefits: Fund-raiser for Easter Seals Florida-Central Florida Region programs such as DayBreak and Camp Challenge
Itinerary: Food and wine tastings,
7 to 10 p.m.
Dress: Cocktail attire
Tickets: Individual $75; in advance $65
Contact: 407-629-7881, ticket purchase information; Amy McGuire Lynch, 407-454-4598. fl.easterseals.com
Red Chair
Affair
Highlights: The event traditionally kicks off the Central Florida arts season. The Red Chair Affair features an array of performances by arts and cultural groups.
When: September 19
Where: Bob Carr Performing
Arts Centre
Benefits: Red Chair Project, which strives to increase awareness of the arts and cultural community.
Itinerary: VIP reception begins at 6 p.m. Performances at 7:30 p.m.
DRESS: Red or black creative cocktail
Tickets: VIP individual $225;
general admission $15-$22
Contact: 407-872-2382,
redchairproject.com