Winter Park’s greatest Kentucky Derby Party with the theme “The Hats. The Horses. The Hoopla.” is bringing in great food and entertainment this Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 3:00 in the afternoon. The event is sponsored by Leadership Winter Park Class XXII to benefit Welbourne Avenue Nursery & Kindergarten.

There is non-stop fun and classic chow and beverages at Winter Park Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center. Activities such as 50/50 betting, Silent Auction, Kentucky Derby Show were prepared and everybody enjoyed tremendously. The Hat contest and the Best-Dressed Couple Contest definitely set everyone in the derby mood. Aside from the games and contests, guests are greatly entertained by “The Mikes” and “Matt Shenk” over appetizers and an open bar.

Childcare Services were available at Welbourne Avenue Nursery & Kindergarten. For the event, they are charging $15 for one child and $25 for multiple children. If you want to extend time, they are available until 9:00 PM for an additional $5.

There is no shortage of amusement and food at the Kentucky Derby Party – a great evening of jockeys, big hats and juleps!

Florida Hospital Lady Track Shack 5k

The Lady Track Shack

Location: Mead Garden, 1300 S. Denning Dr., Winter Park, FL 32789

Saturday, February 2, 2013
7:30 am: 5k Run/Walk (3.1 miles).
Women’s only race
8:45 am: Kids’ Run
9:00 am: Awards Presentation

The Lady Track Shack is a one-of-a-kind event set in the beautiful and lush surroundings of Mead Garden in Winter Park. For over 30 years, community leaders, mothers and daughters, sisters and friends have been taking part in this event to celebrate women’s health and fitness.

Contact: 407-896-1160 or www.trackshack.com

Registration required.

Entry fee:

Thru Jan 26 : $24

Jan 27-Feb 1 : $28

Race Day : $35

Seasons 52 Park Ave. 5.2k presented by Florida Hospital

Seasons 52 Park Ave. 5.2k

Location: Stage at Central Park, Winter Park, Florida
Corner of Garfield Ave and Park Avenue

Saturday, January 26, 2013
7:30 am: 5.2k (3.2 miles)
8:45 am: Healthy 100 Kids’ Run
9:00 am: Awards Presentation

Get a healthy start to the New Year by participating in the 4th race of the Track Shack Running Series. Seasons 52 Fresh Grill and Wine Bar celebrates the enjoyment of living a fit and healthy lifestyle by sponsoring this race through beautiful Winter Park!

Contact: 407-896-1160 or www.trackshack.com

Registration required.

Entry fee:
Thru Jan 19 $24
Jan 20-25 $28
Race Day $35

WINTER PARK, Fla., an internationally recognized ICMA Excellence Award winner with accredited fire, police and parks & recreation agencies (December 19, 2012) – The City of Winter Park is proud to present the 11th annual Unity Heritage Festival on Sunday, January 20, and Monday, January 21, 2013. The annual community festival will promote family history and raise funds for the Educational Fulfillment Fund for local economically disadvantaged youth.
The festival begins on Sunday, January 20, in Shady Park in Hannibal Square located at the intersection of Pennsylvania and New England avenues, from 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Special activities will include children’s games, career booths, food and retail vendors, special entertainment by various gospel artists, job training, job readiness and financial literacy by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Nu Iota Omega Chapter and the presentation of the annual Heritage Award. Patrons are also encouraged to visit the Hannibal Square Heritage Center just across the street from Shady Park to see “Sewn Together: Photographic Quilts Reflecting the Family Ties of Eatonville, Maitland and Winter Park” and “The Sage Project: Hannibal Square Elders Tell Their Stories.” The center pays tribute to the past, present and future contributions of Winter Park’s historic African American community.
Prior to the festival’s continuance on Monday, January 21, there will be a special Martin Luther King, Jr. Park Dedication Ceremony at 9:30 a.m. at the park located on corner of Morse Boulevard and Denning Drive. Following the ceremony, participants will then march to Shady Park to continue the celebration. After a series of public meetings and input, the city renamed Lake Island Park to Martin Luther King, Jr. Park in June 2012. The park will be officially dedicated on MLK Day in honor of the memory and accomplishments of one of the world’s most influential civil rights leaders.
The heritage festival continues in Shady Park on Martin Luther King, Jr., Day from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Join Mayor Ken Bradley and Winter Park city officials at 10 a.m. for a special Martin Luther King, Jr., symbolic program, including the Feature Family Presentation for the Perkins family. Exciting events and activities will continue throughout the day including food and music by Motown Entertainment.
Special thanks to event sponsors including the City of Winter Park Community Redevelopment Agency and Parks & Recreation Department, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Nu Iota Omega Chapter, Verizon Wireless, Crealdé School of Art, Davis Bakery, MetroPlan Orlando and Tim Webber, The Coordinator.
For more information regarding the 11th annual Unity Heritage Festival, please call 407-599-3275. For information regarding additional City of Winter Park events, please visit the city’s official website at cityofwinterpark.org.

The Parks & Recreation Department of the City of Winter Park will present Pumpkins & Munchkins in Shady Park on Wednesday, October 31, 2012, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., in Shady Park, adjacent to the Winter Park Community Center at 721 West New England Avenue.

Munchkins of all ages are invited to attend this FREE family-friendly event. Fun-filled activities will include games, bounce houses, a costume contest, Trick-or-Treat Trail and safe Halloween fun for everyone. If inclement weather tries to dampen the evening, the event will be moved into the Winter Park Community Center.

For more information regarding Pumpkins & Munchkins in Shady Park, please call 407-599-3275.

For information regarding additional City of Winter Park events, please visit the city’s official website at cityofwinterpark.org.

Wednesday, 10/17 

WINTER PARK HIGH SCHOOL PARADE & PEP RALLY
5 p.m., Park Avenue and Central Park

Thursday, 10/18

COFFEETALK featuring Commissioner Carolyn Cooper
8 a.m. to 9 a.m., Winter Park Welcome Center

Saturday, 10/20

HARRIET’S PARK AVENUE FASHION WEEK RUNWAY SHOW
7 p.m., Central Park West Meadow

Monday, 10/22   

CITY BLOOD DRIVE
9 a.m. to 2 p.m., City Hall

10/23 – 12/11 

BALLROOM DANCE LESSONS – BEGINNER
7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Winter Park Farmers’ Market

BALLROOM DANCE LESSONS – INTERMEDIATE
8:45 p.m. to 9:45 p.m., Winter Park Farmers’ Market

Saturday, 10/27

KID’S TRICK OR TREAT ON PARK AVENUE
10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Park Avenue

Wednesday, 10/31

PUMPKINS & MUNCHKINS IN SHADY PARK
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Shady Park

Thursday, 11/1 

POPCORN FLICKS IN CENTRAL PARK featuring “Chicken Run”
8 p.m. to 10 p.m., Central Park

Friday, 11/9

2nd ANNUAL VETERANS DAY CELEBRATION “HONORING  WINTER PARK HEROES”
10 a.m., Winter Park Community Center

November 10 – 11

11^TH ANNUAL WINTER PARK CONCOURS D’ ELEGANCE
Hannibal Square, Saturday; Park Avenue, Sunday

Wednesday, 11/14

“WHAT WAS FLORIDA LIKE IN THE 1800s”
11:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Casa Feliz

Thursday, 11/15

COFFEETALK featuring Commissioner Tom McMacken
8 a.m. to 9 a.m., Winter Park Welcome Center

Thursday, 11/15

“SIP & STROLL” ON PARK AVENUE
5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Park Avenue

Join Winter Park Chamber of Commerce on
Saturday, October 13 & Sunday, October 14, 2012
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Central Park
Downtown Winter Park

Presented by:

Works by 150 Florida Artists
Children’s Activities by Crealde School of Art
Live Entertainment
Beer Garden
Sidewalk Sale at Park Avenue Merchants

Learn more at www.autumnartfestival.com or call (407) 644-8281

October 12, 2012, marks the 125th anniversary of the incorporation of Winter Park. The city invites the community to join in the celebration of this momentous occasion at several once-in-a-lifetime events.  For more information and a full schedule of events, click here.

October 12, 2012, marks the 125th anniversary of the incorporation of Winter Park. The city invites the community to join in the celebration of this momentous occasion at the following once-in-a-lifetime events:

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4
5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Winter Park and Rollins College: 125 Years of Memories Opening Reception
Presented by Rollins College; view 125 years of the city’s history through the photographic eye of our earliest cameras while enjoying refreshments, beverages & live music; Winter Park Welcome Center, 151 W. Lyman Ave.; Free; 407-644-8281.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12
8 a.m. – 10 a.m.
125th anniversary Prayer Breakfast & Service
The prayer service immediately following the breakfast is free and open to the public. To purchase tickets for the breakfast, please contact 407-647-2416 or msearl@fccwp.org by Tuesday, October 9, at 5 p.m.; First Congregational Church of Winter Park,
225 S. Interlachen Ave.

2 p.m.
1887 Ergood Hall Incorporation Meeting
In 1887, a meeting was held for the purpose of organizing a municipal government and incorporating the town of Winter Park in Ergood Hall which is now Penzeys Spices. City Commissioners will lead the community in a celebration of this historic meeting 125 years ago. Enjoy a slice of the city’s 125th birthday cake compliments of The Flour Shop; 102 N. Park Ave., corner of Morse Blvd. & Park Ave.; Free; 407-599-3428.

5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Winter Park Historical Association’s Peacock Ball
Presented by Rollins College; honoring the city’s 125th Anniversary; Central Park West Meadow; purchase tickets at 407-647-2330 or wphistory.org.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13
11 a.m.
39th annual Winter Park Autumn Art Festival
Presented by the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce; co-sponsored by the City of Winter Park and Crealdé School of Art; sing Happy Birthday to the city and enjoy a piece of the city’s 125th birthday cake compliments of The Flour Shop (while supplies last); Central Park; Free; winterpark.org; 407-644-8281.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20
6 p.m.
Harriett’s Park Avenue Fashion Week Runway Show
Featuring 1887 period clothing and honoring the city’s 125th anniversary as part of the Emerging Designer Contest; Central Park West Meadow; parkavenuefashionweek.com; 407-644-8281.

For more information on all of the city’s 125th anniversary celebrations, please click the 125th anniversary button on the home page of the city’s official website at cityofwinterpark.org, follow us on Facebook® and Twitter®, or call 407-599-3428.