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September Fundraisers
CREALDE BENEFIT AUCTION
September 12 The 13th annual auction will help fund programs at Crealde School of Art and build its endowment. Music, live and silent auctions, food and fun are part of Crealde’s popular event. 6:30-10:30 p.m. $35 individual; $50 couple. Winter Park Women’s Club, 419 S. Interlachen Ave., Winter Park. 407-671-1886. crealde.org
ORLANDO SHAKESPEARE THEATER GALA
September 12 The evening will include a sneak preview of scenes and songs from The Big Bang, one of the season’s plays, along with food from area restaurants. Proceeds help Orlando Shakespeare Theater produce plays, develop new works, and provide educational experiences. 6 p.m. $150-$250. 812 E. Rollins St. 407-447-1700 ext. 1. orlandoshakes.org
MARIACHI COBRE & THE ORLANDO PHILHARMONIC
September 12 Pianist Eduardo Arzate is featured in the annual concert with the Mariachi and Philharmonic orchestras, playing music from Mexican composers. The event is hosted by Casa deMexico, which promotes the culture and traditions of Mexico throughout Central Florida. Funds raised benefit Mexican farm workers and laborers who live locally. 8 p.m. $25-$75. Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre. 401 W. Livingston St. 407-770-0071. orlandophil.org
KIDS FORE KIDS GOLF TOURNAMENT
September 12 Youngsters ages 4 to 17 line up sponsors, then hit the links to raise money for the Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children and the Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies. The event is sponsored by the Kids Fore Kids Foundation, which encourages philanthropic efforts by young people to help children less fortunate. Reservations for golfers are required, and corporate sponsors are being sought. 8:30 a.m., with silent auction from 9 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Winter Park Country Club, 761 Old England Ave., Winter Park. 407-359-7289. Kidsforekids.com
SHAQ’S MAMA SAID KNOCK YOU OUT EVENT
September 18 Join Shaquille O’Neal, his mom, Lucille, and friends at this year’s golf tournament and Soulful Midday Soiree. The party will feature smooth jazz, a buffet of soul-food favorites, friendly back-room poker, dancing and more. Proceeds benefit the Odessa Chambliss Quality of Life Fund, which provides nursing and other educational scholarships to various universities. 8 a.m. golf start, corporate packages from $3,000 to $50,000; soiree begins at 4 p.m., $150 individual. Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal Blvd. 813-286-8520, ext. 251. ocqualityoflifefund.com
RED CHAIR AFFAIR
September 19 Don’t miss the event that kicks off the Central Florida arts season. The Red Chair Affair features an array of performances by arts and cultural groups. VIP at 6 p.m. $250 individuals, $2,500 corporate packages; general admission 7:30 p.m. $15-$22. Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre, 401 W. Livingston St. 407-872-2382. redchairproject.com
KIDS HOUSE KLASSIC
September 21 The eighth annual golf tournament, benefiting Kids House of Seminole, will include a hole-in-one contest, silent auction and awards dinner. 1:30 p.m. shotgun start. $250 per player/$1,000 per foursome. Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal Blvd. 407-324-3036 ext. 237. kidshouse.org
MORTON’S BOOK-SIGNING
September 22 Morton’s The Steakhouse will hosts a reception to promote its recently launched recipe book, with proceeds benefiting Feeding America. Guests will receive a copy of the book, meet co-author Tylor Field and sample the recipes paired with wine and cocktails. 6-7:30 p.m. $59. Marketplace at Dr. Phillips, 7600 Dr. Phillips Blvd. 407-248-3485.
ORLANDO MAGIC CHAMPIONSHIP FOR CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT
September 25 Orlando Magic players, members of the coaching staff and the Magic dancers will be at the tournament to raise money for the Orlando Magic Youth Fund. 9 a.m. shotgun start. $1,250-$5,500 for 2 to 8-player spots. Ginn Reunion Resort, 7593 Gathering Drive, Reunion. 407-916-6693. orlandomagic.com
LA MASCHERA
September 26 The Downtown Arts District will host its annual fund-raiser at The Vue, overlooking Lake Eola, presented by Rolling Rock. 7-11 p.m. $55 individual. The Vue, 150 E. Robinson St. 321-217-7709. dadorlando.com
LIGHT THE NIGHT WALK
September 26 Help pay tribute and bring hope to Central Florida patients and families battling leukemia and lymphoma. Businesses, organizations, families or individuals can go to lightthenight.org and register to walk and help raise money for cancer research. The event is sponsored by the Central Florida chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Opening ceremony at 5:30 p.m. Free. Lake Eola, downtown Orlando. 407-898-0733. lls.org/cfl
MIRACLE MILES
September 26 The 11th annual Miracle Miles will be crowded with runners participating in the 15K and 5K events and children taking part in the Kids’ Fun Run. All levels of runners and walkers—as well as non-runners—are welcome at the fund-raiser for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Winnie Palmer Hospital. 7 a.m. $21-$35, with runner registration available at trackshack.com; Kids’ Run is free. Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies campus near downtown Orlando. 321-841-5836. orlandohealthfoundation.com
VINO!
September 26 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. 7-10 p.m. $75 individual. The Ballroom at Church Street, downtown Orlando. 407-629-7881. fl.easterseals.com
WHO WILL BUILD IT?
September 29 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 for building homes for low-income residents. 7:30 a.m. Donations accepted. All Saints Church, 338 E. Lyman Ave., Winter Park. 407-648-4567 ext. 410. habitat-orlando.org
