Editor’s note: The calendar this week is presented as-is, though we understand some if not most events scheduled for today and the coming days may be postponed, canceled or otherwise changed because of Hurricane Ian. Monitor local emergency management authorities and meteorologists for information on curfews, road closures and whether it is generally safe to be outside. Please contact the calendar event hosts before making plans to attend to avoid unpleasant surprises.
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Thursday
Join the free Florida Professional and Amateur Pinball Tournament. The event starts at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 29 and runs through Sunday, Oct. 2 at District Eat & Play, 1395 Oviedo Mall Blvd. in Oviedo. Learn more.
Enjoy Latin cuisine from Richie’s Food Truck from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 29 at the Oviedo Grove Apartments, 1600 Oviedo Grove Circle in Oviedo. Learn more.
Friday
Paint a harvest pumpkin at this step-by-step paint party from 6:30-8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 30 at Songbirds Music, Art, & Dance Center, 181 E. Mitchell Hammock Road in Oviedo. Kids and adults are welcome. The cost is $15. Learn more.
The rock band Bring Me the Horizon will have a concert at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 30 at the Addition Financial Arena on the University of Central Florida campus, 12777 Gemini Blvd. in Orlando. Learn more.
Friday night football: The Hagerty High School Huskies will have an away game against the Winter Park Wildcats starting at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 30 at 2100 Summerfield Road in Winter Park. The Oviedo Lions will host a game against the East River Falcons starting at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 30 at 601 King St. in Oviedo. The Winter Springs Bears will celebrate senior night and host a game against the Lyman Greyhounds starting at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 30 at 130 Tuskawilla Road in Winter Springs.
Saturday
Browse fresh produce, baked goods, honey and plants at the Oviedo Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1 at the Lawton House, 200 W. Broadway St. in Oviedo. The Oviedo Farmers Market is open the first and third Saturday of each month. Learn more.
The grand opening of the Running 4 Heroes Tribute Hall and Headquarters is from 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 1 at 273 Winding Hollow Blvd. in Winter Springs. Nonprofit organization Running 4 Heroes was founded by Winter Springs resident Zechariah Cartledge, who runs one mile in honor of injured first-responders. There will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony and Running 4 Heroes will award a grant to an injured officer at the event. Learn more.
Bless your pet at the Annual Pet Blessing in Honor of St. Francis at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 1 at Most Precious Blood Catholic Church’s Parish Campus, 113 Lockwood Blvd. in Oviedo. All pets are welcome. Bring nonperishable pet items for donation to the Humane Society. Learn more.
Play in a Digimon Card Game 1k Tournament starting at noon Saturday, Oct. 1 at Versus Games, 1320 Oviedo Mall Blvd. in Oviedo. Players can win prizes of up to $400. The entry ticket is $30. Learn more.
Win prizes at Fall Bingo Night and raise support for the organization She Is More Than from 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1 at the Oviedo Woman’s Club, 414 King St. in Oviedo. Players can pre-purchase their preferred Bingo package. Each purchased package includes two free drink tickets and pizza. Learn more.
Bowl and win prizes at the Oviedo Police Foundations’ 7th annual bowling tournament at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22 at the Oviedo Bowling Center, 376 E. Broadway St. in Oviedo. Participants must RSVP by Oct. 1. The cost is $35 per person and $140 per team. The entry includes food and two drink tickets. Learn more.
Sunday
Create a Halloween-themed painting and sip on drinks from 10 a.m. to noon Sunday, Oct. 2 at Spill Wine Bar, 1196 Tree Swallow Dr. in Winter Springs. Painters must pre-purchase their tickets for $24-$29. All painting supplies are included. Learn more.
Future Events
Explore a replica of the Tabernacle from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. starting Monday, Oct. 3 through Friday, Oct. 28 at the Fellowship Church, 5340 Red Bug Lake Road in Winter Springs. Reservations are required. Tickets are $7 for adults and $2 for children. Learn more.
Win prizes at the Kid Crew October Scavenger Hunt from noon to 6 p.m. starting Monday, Oct. 3 through Friday, Oct. 7 at Versus Games, 1700 Oviedo Mall Blvd. in Oviedo. Participants can pick up their scavenger-hunt form at Versus Games and return it for a prize. The activity is free to enter. Learn more.
Paint a spooky raven at this step-by-step class from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 4 at Calliope Street, 1670 Oviedo Mall Blvd. in Oviedo. The class is $25 and all materials are provided. Learn more.
Join Trek Bike ’n Brew for a casual bike ride around the Oviedo Mall from 6:15-9:15 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 5 at Oviedo Brewing Company, 1280 Oviedo Mall Blvd. in Oviedo. The event is free and participants can enjoy food and drinks after. Learn more.
Enjoy an open-mic comedy show at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 5 at Perfect Pours, 855 E. State Road 434 in Winter Springs. Open-mic sign-up begins at 6:30 p.m. Sets are 7-10 minutes and all skill levels are welcome. Learn more.
Weekly Events
Paint and sip on alcohol-free cocktails every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kava Culture Kava Bar’s Brushes & Brunch paint party, 1174 Tree Swallow Drive in Winter Springs. Bring your paint supplies or purchase them for $20 with a free drink. Learn more.
Dementia-Friendly Dining is every Wednesday from 2-5 p.m. at the Town House Restaurant, 139 N. Central Ave. in Oviedo. Families and friends may bring their loved ones who are living with Dementia to a friendly, safe, and enjoyable meal. Learn more.
Battle and embark on new adventures in Dungeons & Dragons every Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. at Versus Games, 1320 Oviedo Mall Blvd. in Oviedo. Learn more.
Enjoy live traditional Irish music sessions every Wednesday from 6-9 p.m. at Irish 31 Oviedo, 65 W. Mitchell Hammock Road in Oviedo. Learn more.
Beers and Bingo is a weekly event at 7 p.m. every Thursday at 855 E. S.R. 434 in Winter Springs. It’s free to play and prizes include discounted bar tabs and gift cards. Learn more.
The Irish 3.1 Run Club meets every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Irish 31, 65 W. Mitchell Hammock Road in Oviedo. Learn more.
Win free drinks at Perfect Pours’ Team Trivia Night every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at 855 E. S.R. 434 in Winter Springs. Learn more.
Win Prizes at a music- and party-game-themed bingo from 7-9 p.m. on Tuesdays at Bonfires Bar and Grill, 1340 Alafaya Trail in Oviedo. Learn more.
Think and Drink Trivia Night is every Sunday from 8-10 p.m. at the Kava Culture Kava Bar, 1174 Tree Swallow Drive in Winter Springs. Enjoy drink specials and a weekly changing trivia theme. Learn more.
Win gift cards at the Rock & Brews trivia night, happening every Monday starting at 8 p.m. Rock & Brews Oviedo is at 7131 Red Bug Lake Road in Oviedo. Learn more.
