* On Tuesday, December 16, 2008, the Bridgebuilders of Winter Park, Inc. will have its fourth annual Brotherhood Award Dinner at the Rachel Murrah Civic Center which is located on Morse Boulevard, at 6:30pm. The recipient of the Brotherhood Award is one who has worked unselfishly to improve relationships among all of the citizens of Winter Park and to help make it more of an inclusive city for all of its citizens. At this meeting, there will be time to greet the elected officials and staff. We will learn what their roles are and the names of the city's boards. Persons who are interested in serving on a board can get a form to fill out which is a requirement to be considered for an appointment. This award dinner is fun and informative. You are cordially invited to attend. For more information, please contact Janie Baker, president at 407-645-2180.
* SAVE THE DATE! You don't want to miss the next Count Me In Leadership Institute. It's two days of high impact, accelerated networking, concentrated learning and deep inspiration. Featuring in-depth hands-on workshops, an expert panel, "elevator pitch", business updates, creative expressions, continuing education sessions, and frank feedback from the experts you've come to know and respect. Monday, December 8, 2008 at 6pm, thru Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at The Westin Diplomat Hotel - Hollywood, Florida. Register today at www.makemineamillion.org/events. Be there!
* Commissioner Daisy Lynum, Commissioner Samuel B. Ings, Representative Geraldine Thompson and School Board Member Kathleen "Kat" Gordon Present Holiday Party and Toy Drive. Join us Friday, December 12, 2008 from 6:30pm-10pm at Club Whispers 4732 S. Kirkman Road, Orlando. Admission: Unwrapped Gift. Hor d'oeuvres will be served. Drink specials all night. For more information call The Black Partnership of Florida at 407-704-1960 or email info@blackpartnership.org.
* VALENCIA TO SHOWCASE STUDENT CHOREOGRAPHY. Valencia Community College will hold its 10th annual Choreographers' Showcase on Friday, November 21 and Saturday, November 22 at 8pm, in the Performing Arts Center on Valencia's East Campus, located at 701 North Econlockhatchee Trail in Orlando. Providing a creative outlet for Valencia dance students to showcase their choreography, performances will include a variety of dance genres. Ticket prices are $8 for the general public and $6 for senior citizens and Valencia students, faculty and staff. For further information and tickets, please call the Performing Arts Center Box Office at 407-582-2900.
* Pastor Johnny McKinnie and the St. Luke Baptist Church, Kissimmee, Florida, invites the community to fellowship with them on a "Starry Night of Chtistmas Joy", Saturday evening, December 13, 2008, 6:30pm. This festive Holiday dinner will be held at the fabulous Kissimmee Steak House located at 2047 East Irlo Bronson Highway (192 East) in Kissimmee, FL. The adult donation is $25. The donation for children 12 and under is $10. Please contact Sandra Tynes at 407-932-0767 for more information. Invitations must be obtained prior to the event.
* SCC to host annual Messiah Sing-Along. Seminole Community College, in conjunction with the Seminole Messiah Choral Society, will host its ninth annual Messiah Sing-Along, directed by Dr. Burt H. Perinchief, on Sunday, Nov. 23, at 4pm, in the Sanford/Lake Mary Campus Fine Arts concert Hall (building G). All community members are invited to join in this non-concert format performance of Handel’s Messiah, Coopersmith Edition. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, please call 407-708-2040.
* THURSDAY NOV. 20TH - THE CLASSIC CONNECTION - A MEET AND GREET EVENT - @ THE GRAPE RESTAURANT AND WINERY ON INTERNATIONAL DRIVE AT POINTE ORLANDO. FREE ADMISSION 5PM TIL 7PM BROUGHT TO YOU BY JADE EVENTS, FAMU ALUMNI ASSOC., BCU ALUMNI ASSOC. FAMU BLACK LAW ASSOC. WOMEN LAW CAUCUS, NETWORK ORLANDO NON PROFIT ASSOC., AND ORLANDOPROFESSIONALS.ORG HOSTED BY BCU. GRAD/COMEDIAN ROD Z AND FAMU/GRAD COMEDIAN TIGHT MIKE. DJ, LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, GOURMET DINING, WINE TASTING AND MORE. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 407-575-7903.
* Jameil McWhorter, Esq., Earnest DeLoach, Esq. & Emory Green Cordially invites you to The Soiree on November 22, 2008 from 8pm-1am at Doc's Restaurant 1315 S. Orange Avenue, Orlando. Free admission, free parking, drink specials, hors d'oeuvres.
* Classic Grown Folks Day Party. Music provided by J.R. & "Super" Ken Moore. Bid Whist Tournament at Amvets Post #30 315 Ferguson Drive, Orlando. Come Early! Eat & Dance the afternoon away. Chef Blu's Olde School Bar-B-Q will be on site with ribs, chicken, fried wings & fried fish. Admission $10.
* Frontline Promotions present on Friday, Nov. 21, 2008 Classic Step Show/Comedy Jam at the Orange County Convention Center-Chapin Theater, 8pm (Tickets on Sale at www.Ticketmaster.com) & Alumni Jam, Club Whispers, 10pm. Classic Edition of Phat Friday’s, Roxy Night Club, 9pm. On Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008 Classic Day Party, Club Whispers, Noon (Free food). FAMU vs. BCU football game, Florida Citrus Bowl, 2pm. Grown Folks Affair, B.B. Kings, 9pm. Classic Luau, Roxy Night Club, 9pm. 'We the Best Party’ with DJ Khaled & Friends, Cheyenne Saloon on Church St., 9pm. Definition of Classic, Club Whispers, 10pm. On Sunday, Nov. 23, 2008 Front-Line Hang Suite: A Daytime Affair, B.B. Kings, 11am. Sunday Breeze Reggae Jam, Club Whispers, 10pm. For a full list of entertainment events, visit Front-Line Promotion’s Web site at www.FrontlineEvents.com.
* We have 30 free seats available for the Classic Weekend Networking Tailgate Brunch with Dr. Kimbro scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 22, 9am to 11am, Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Promenade Deck (outdoor setting). There will be very limited seating for this event. If you are interested in hearing a premier and nationally known African American Business coach and enjoying a divinely prepared breakfast of champions, please call our office at 407-420-4870 to reserve your seat or you may respond to this email. The tickets will be awarded to the first 30 people who sign up, so please don’t delay. If you have a desire to grow your business or if you are concerned with brand recognition, we strongly recommend that you attend this event.
* As you are aware, the Classic Weekend Networking Retreat will be held on Friday and Saturday, November 21and 22 at the Loews Royal Resort onsite at Universal Orlando Resort. With THE MINDSET FOR SUCCESS as the theme, the weekend of networking and workshops has the potential of being a transformational experience for all of the participants. The sponsors of this event have graciously extended an invitation to the members and supporters of The African American Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida to attend at absolutely no cost. The Empowerment Forum is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 21, 3pm to 5pm, at Loews Royal Pacific Resort in the Banda Sea Room. The speakers will be Charles Taylor and Gina Amaro Rudan, two nationally renowned marketing and branding coaches. A Cocktail Mixer and Networking Session will start at 6pm in the Wantilan Luau Pavilion (outdoor setting). There will be a cash bar and hors d’oeuvres will be served. If you have a desire to grow your business or if you are concerned with brand recognition, we strongly recommend that you attend this event. No registration is required. Visit www.floridaclassic.org.
* WHY RENT, WHEN YOU CAN OWN? GoldenRule Housing is assisting families to become a first time home owner. We can help you to qualify for a mortgage and down payment assistance up to $80,000.00 or more. In order to receive the down payment assistance you must attend our first time homebuyer class November 29, 2008 from 9am to 5pm, at the Sanford Library. You must call to register for the class, seating is very limited. You will receive your certificate at the end of the day which is mandatory to receive SHIP and State Bond down payment assistance. No walk ins. 407-324-9123 (down payment assistance is based on household size and income).
Ongoing Services * Hospice Volunteers Needed. VITAS Innovative Hospice Care of Central Florida needs volunteers in your area who can befriend terminally ill patients, provide relief for weary caregivers, accompany their pet on Paw Pals visits, visit with veterans, provide art and music therapy, make bereavement calls, sew, make crafts, help repair medical equipment, or help with administrative work. Call 407-691-4541 or e-mail central.floridavolunteers@vitas.com if you would like to find out more information.
