Soirée
October's society doings.
VILLAGEFEST: ONE WORLD, ONE NIGHT
October 1 Ten Thousand Villages will mark its third anniversary in Central Florida with VillageFest, an international bazaar of food and entertainment celebrating crafts and cultures of developing countries. Proceeds will benefit the nonprofit Ten Thousand Villages, which helps provide a fair income to artisans in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East by marketing their handicrafts and telling their stories in North America. 6-9 p.m. $35 in advance; $40 at the door. Winter Park Farmers Market, 200 W. New England Ave., Winter Park. 407-670-5616. orlando.tenthousandvillages.com
CELEBRATION OF LIFE
October 2 The Central Florida affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure hosts its 5th annual silent auction and luncheon to honor breast cancer survivors and to present breast health professionals talking about new medical procedures. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $50 individual; $500 per table sponsorship. The Ballroom at Church Street, downtown Orlando. 321-972-5534. komencentralflorida.org
CLAMBAKE
October 2 A traditional New England-style clambake awaits at Ronald McDonald House Charities’ annual event, presented by the David Maus Foundation. 6:30-10:30 p.m. $200 individual; sponsorships available. SeaWorld Sea Harbor Pavilion, 7007 SeaWorld Drive. 407-206-0957 ext. 102. rmhccf.org
HEADDRESS BALL
October 3 Hope and Help Center of Central Florida, which provides support, education and care for individuals living with HIV/AIDS, will host its annual black-tie Headdress Ball. A silent auction and VIP pre-party are featured. 6 p.m. $200 individual; $350 VIP; sponsorships available. Hilton Orlando, 6014 Canadian Court. 407-645-2577 ext. 111 or 112. hopeandhelp.org
MEMORY WALK
October 3 Help the Central and North Florida Chapters of the Alzheimer’s Association raise awareness and funds to fight Alzheimer’s disease. Bring your dogs on the scenic walk around Lake Eola. 8 a.m. Free to participate, or go to alz.org or information on starting a fund-raising team. Lake Eola, downtown Orlando. 407-228-4199.
START! HEART WALK
October 3 Thousands of residents will walk with families, friends, co-workers, and stroke and heart-disease survivors in this year’s 5K (3.1 mile) fund-raising walk for the American Heart Association. 8 a.m. Free to participate, donations welcome. Loch Haven Park, 900 E. Princeton St. 407-843-1330. heart.org
FLORIDA GOLF CLASSIC
October 5 Special Olympics Florida hosts a golf classic to raise funds and awareness for its cause. Event entry includes golf, lunch, post-play cocktail reception and dinner. 10:30 a.m. $500-$25,000 sponsorship packages. Heathrow Golf and Country Club, 1200 Bridgewater Drive, Lake Mary. 352-243-9536. soflgolf.org
SILVER SUMMIT AWARDS
October 6 The annual Central Florida Women’s Resource Center awards are a tribute to women who are role models, honoring those who have given 25 years or more of service in their communities. 5:30 p.m. $75 individual; $1,000 corporate table; sponsorships available. Rosen Centre Hotel, 9840 International Drive. 407-426-7960. wrc-online.org
PATHWAYS TO CARE
October 16 The annual fashion show, hosted by the Catholic Charities of Central Florida, benefits a 40-bed respite center for the homeless in Casselberry. 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $55 (includes brunch). Lake Mary Events Center, 260 N. Country Club Road, Lake Mary. 407-760-8954. cflcc.org
WIGGLE WAGGLE WALK
October 17 Bring your pet and stroll around Oval Park, visit the pet-friendly businesses, enter a pet contest and enjoy the entertainment at the SPCA of Central Florida’s annual fund-raising pet walk. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. adults, $25 in pledges; children 12 and under, $10 in pledges. Oval Park, 900 International Parkway, Lake Mary. 407-248-1758. orlandopets.org
HALL OF FAME DINNER
October 18 Groups and individuals in the community will be inducted into the Midnight Basketball Hall of Fame for their contributions to and successes in the Center for Drug-Free Living program. 6 p.m. $40 individual; $500 table for 8. Rosen Shingle Creek Resort, 9939 Universal Blvd. 407-245-0014 ext. 274. cfdfl.com
SIGNATURE CHEFS AUCTION
October 21 March of Dimes hosts its Signature Chefs Gourmet Gala and Auction with Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer as honorary chair. Central Florida chefs will prepare gourmet dishes specially concocted for the nonprofit organization. 6 p.m. $195 individual; $1,850 for table of 10. Ballroom at Church Street, downtown Orlando. 407-599-5077 ext. 33. marchofdimes.com/florida
COMEDY SHOWCASE
October 23 An all-star line-up of Central Florida comedians will perform two hours of stand-up to benefit the fight against breast and prostate cancers. The program is sponsored by the Orlando Event Series. 6-10 p.m. $20. UCF’s Rosen College of Hospitality Management Campus, Auditorium and Courtyard, 9907 Universal Blvd. 407-451-5282. orlandoeventseries.com
HOWL FOR THE ARTS
October 24 Join the Seminole Cultural Arts Council at its annual barbecue fund-raiser for art and cultural programming in Seminole County. 6:30-10 p.m. $35. Seminole Harley Davidson-Buell dealership, 620 Hickman Circle, Sanford. 407-261-2314. scacevents.org
DICK BATCHELOR RUN FOR THE CHILDREN
October 24 The Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children encourages people of all ages to take part in its 29th annual fund-raising event. Children can participate in the Kids’ Fun Run following the 5K race. 7-11 a.m. $20-$30 5K registration fee; Kids’ Fun Run is free. Lake Eola Park, downtown Orlando. 321-841-7016. orlandohealthfoundation.com
EVENING OF VALOR
October 25 Join the Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando in honoring the 2009 George Wolly Community Leadership Award recipients at its annual fund-raising event. 5-8 p.m. $175. Lake Mary Marriott, 1501 International Parkway, Lake Mary. 407-644-7593. jfsorlando.org
CAPTAIN FANTASTIC’S WEIRD AND WONDERFUL CARNIVALE: FROM THE END OF THE WORLD TO YOUR TOWN
October 30 The costumed masquerade event is hosted by Orlando Lunch Around the World to benefit the Elton John AIDS Foundation and the Hope and Help Center of Central Florida. The evening features a cocktail reception, live entertainment, contests, carnival games, prizes and a silent auction. 7-11 p.m. $85 individual; sponsorships available. Orlando Science Center, 777 E. Princeton St. 407-645-2577. orlandolatw.org
