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Apopka, Seminole & Orange Counties, FL – Market Sales Statistics for October ‘09

apopka seminole and orange county florida 32703 and 32712 market sales stats for october 2009

The following are the market sales statistics for Apopka, Seminole and Orange Counties, Florida for October 2009. Apopka is made up of the zip codes of 32703 & 32712. For purposes of this analysis we are only splitting the data according to single-family homes vs, condominiums, townhomes and villas.

A couple of definitions are in order. The median sales price means that 50% of the homes sold for more and 50% of the homes sold for less during a certain period of time - in other words, it's the midpoint of sale prices. So basically what this means, is that the median sales price is showing market activity in that it's specifically indicating which price range is more active.

The average sales price, as opposed to the median sales price, is the total volume of sold properties divided by the number of properties sold.

The sales to list price ratio is just that, you're dividing the average sales price by the average list price and coming up with a percentage that tells you how much of the list price the average homes sold for.

There needs to be a disclaimer here. These stats are only as good as telling us what it being purchased and happening at a certain period in time. Also, it needs to be fully understood that not only is real estate local, but it is hyper-local. What this means is that the trends that we hear about are overall. Let's put it this way, what's happening in one neighborhood may not be realized in the neighborhood next door.

Additionally, these are only monthly statistics and to get a better scope of what is happening, you need to look at a longer period of time. More high-end homes might be sold in one month as opposed to another. By looking at a longer period, you will get a better overall picture. It is all relative and this has to be understood when utilizing these stats.

Single-Family Homes

80 homes sold during the month of October.

The average sales price is $140,555 with 116 days on the market.

The median sales price is $118,500.

The sales to list price ratio is 95%.

The most expensive home sold for $755K in Bluegrass Estates and was on the market 126 days

The least expensive home sold for $10,500 in Paradise Heights after 70 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $205,369 with 190 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 96% on 56 sales, an increase of 43%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 11% and a decrease in the median sales price of 24%. There was a decrease in sales volume of 1% with a 3% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

apopka seminole and orange county florida 32703 and 32712 single family home average and median sales price

apopka seminole and orange county florida 32703 and 32712 single family home average and median sales price sales volume

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

10 homes sold

The average sales price is $82,940 with 98 days on the market.

The median sales price is $96,750.

The sales to list price ratio is 94%.

The most expensive sold for $106,000 in Wekiva Park Townhomes and was on the market 53 days

The least expensive condo sold for $34,000 in Milan after 74 days on the market.

For the same period a year earlier the average sales price was $138,100 with 110 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 99% on 4 sales, an increase of 150%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 15% and an increase in the median sales price of 29%. There was a 100% increase in sales volume with a 5% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

apopka seminole and orange county florida 32703 and 32712 condo villa and townhome average and median sales price

apopka seminole and orange county florida 32703 and 32712 condo villa and townhome average and median sales price sales volume

For information on Apopka and Seminole and Orange County real estate and Apopka and Seminole and Orange County homes for sale in addition to Apopka and Seminole and Orange County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Apopka and Seminole & Orange County Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.

Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034

You can read Marc's other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker

Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.

Marc It Sold!

Altamonte Springs, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for October ‘09

altamonte springs seminole county florida 32714 and 32701 market sales stats for october 2009

The following are the market sales statistics for Altamonte Springs, Seminole County, Florida for October 2009. Altamonte Springs is made up of the zip codes of 32701 & 32714. For purposes of this analysis we are only splitting the data according to single-family homes vs, condominiums, townhomes and villas.

A couple of definitions are in order. The median sales price means that 50% of the homes sold for more and 50% of the homes sold for less during a certain period of time - in other words, it's the midpoint of sale prices. So basically what this means, is that the median sales price is showing market activity in that it's specifically indicating which price range is more active.

The average sales price, as opposed to the median sales price, is the total volume of sold properties divided by the number of properties sold.

The sales to list price ratio is just that, you're dividing the average sales price by the average list price and coming up with a percentage that tells you how much of the list price the average homes sold for.

There needs to be a disclaimer here. These stats are only as good as telling us what it being purchased and happening at a certain period in time. Also, it needs to be fully understood that not only is real estate local, but it is hyper-local. What this means is that the trends that we hear about are overall. Let's put it this way, what's happening in one neighborhood may not be realized in the neighborhood next door.

Additionally, these are only monthly statistics and to get a better scope of what is happening, you need to look at a longer period of time. More high-end homes might be sold in one month as opposed to another. By looking at a longer period, you will get a better overall picture. It is all relative and this has to be understood when utilizing these stats.

Single-Family Homes

23 homes sold during the month of October.

The average sales price is $147,017 with 183 days on the market.

The median sales price is $145,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 93%.

The most expensive home sold for $347,500 in Spring Lake Hills and was on the market 118 days

The least expensive home sold for $27,500 in Lavada Court after 85 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $213,125 with 155 days on the market with a sales to list ration of 90% on 12 sales, an increase of 92%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 20% and a decrease in the median sales price of 19%. There was no change in sales volume or the sales to list price ratio.

altamonte springs seminole county florida 32714 and 32701 single family home average and median sales price

altamonte springs seminole county florida 32714 and 32701 single family home average and median sales price sales volume

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

42 homes sold

The average sales price was $62,516 with 137 days on the market.

The median sales price was $42,500.

The sales to list price ratio is 96%.

The most expensive sold for $268,000 in Lotus Vista Condominium and was on the market 415 days.

The least expensive sold for $17,700 in Waterside at Cranes Roost Condo after 33 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $117,316 with 230 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 98% on 6 sales, an increase of 600%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 18% and an increase in the median sales price of 10%. There was a 20% increase in sales volume with a 4% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

altamonte springs seminole county florida 32714 and 32701 condo townhome and villa average and median sales price

altamonte springs seminole county florida 32714 and 32701 condo townhome and villa average and median sales price sales volume

For information on Altamonte Springs and Seminole County real estate and Altamonte Springs and Seminole County homes for sale in addition to Altamonte Springs and Seminole County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Altamonte Springs and Seminole County Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.

Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034

You can read Marc's other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker

Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.

Marc It Sold!

What’s Happening in Central Florida - November 11, 2009

This is a guide to a smattering of events occurring in the Greater Orlando Central Florida area. The sections are divided into Art, Music, Theater, Author, Nature, Etc, and Plan Ahead. There is surely something for everyone. There is also a complementary list of On-Going events in the area as well & you can find those by Clicking Here! These are events that either occur on a regular basis or are special events for an extended period of time.

ART & LITERATURE

CREATURE OF HABIT OPENING

What: Gar BaiLey presents new paintings

When: Nov 13 - 7 - 9pm; runs through Dec. 8th

Where: Taste Restaurant

717 W. Smith St.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-835-0646

www.TasteCP.com

10TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY ART SALE

What: photography, ceramics, painting, drawings, jewelry & sculptures

When: Nov 14 - 9am - 5pm

15th - 11am - 4pm

Where: Crealde School of Art

600 St. Andrews Blvd

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-671-1886

CENTRAL FLORIDA HISTORY

What: panel of local authors will discuss Central Florida's history

When: Nov 14 - 10am

Where: Orange Public Library

101 E. Central Blvd

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-835-7481

HISTORY CENTER BOOK CLUB: THE LAST TIMICUAN

What: Author Fredric M. Hitt discusses his book about the early Native Americans of Florida

When: Nov 14 - 3 - 5pm

Where: Orange County Regional History Center

65 E. Central Blvd

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-836-8500

www.TheHistoryCenter.org

MIKE HUCKABEE SIGNING

What: former Republican presidential candidate makes an appearance to promote his book, A Simple Christmas

When: Nov 16 - 8pm

Where: Barnes & Noble

2418 E. Colonial Dr

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-894-6024

THEATER & MOVIES

FARM TO TABLE

What: screening of the documentary Food Fight and food by chef Josh Oakley

When: Nov 15 - 12:30 - 2pm

Where: Enzian Theater

1300 S. Orlando Ave

Maitland

Cost: $18

Contact: 407-629-0054

www.Enzian.org

MUSIC

ANTI-POP MUSIC FESTIVAL

What: Dozens of indie and experimental bands converge on venues around town

When: Nov 11 - 14

Where: Back Booth

37 W. Pine St.

Orlando

Cost: $25

Contact: 407-999-2570

www.AntiPopMusicFestival.com

ROCKIN' IN THE PASTURE

What: Three-day music and camping fest to raise money for an outdoor classroom at the Wekiwa Springs State Park

When: Nov 13 - 15

Where: Rock Springs Run State Reserve

30601 CR 433

Sorrento

Cost: $15

Contact: 407-884-2008

WOULDN'T IT BE LOVERLY: THE MUSIC OF LERNER & LOWE

What: Broadway at the Plaza reviews the best works of the two hit musical writers

When: Nov 14 - 4 & 7pm

15th - 2pm

Where: The Plaza Theatre

425 N. Bumby Ave

Orlando

Cost: $25 - 35

Contact: 407-228-1220

ORLANDO BRASS QUINTET

When: Nov 15 - 7:30PM

Where: Timucua White House

2000 S. Summerlin Ave

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-851-2847

www.Timucua.com

LECTURE

THE ROLE OF STATE GOVERNMENTS IN ATTRACTING FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENTS

What: presented by global business executive Adis Vila

When: Nov 10 - 7pm

Where: Rollins College

1000 Holt Ave

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-646-2000

BROWN BAG LUNCH & LEARN: MICHAEL ROTHFELD

What: President of the nonprofit organization Florida Veterans Programs & Projects discusses the work on the documentary Korea: Forgotten War, Remembered Heroes

When: Nov 12 - noon - 1pm

Where: Orange County Regional History Center

65 E. Central Blvd

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-836-8500

www.TheHistoryCenter.org

VETERANS DAY

VETERANS DAY PARADE

What: marching bands & floats

When: Nov 11 - 10am

Where: Downtown Orlando

Livingston & Orange to left on Central & left on Rosalind ending at Livingston

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-246-3720

VETERANS DAY CEREMONY

What: lunch will be served after the ceremony honoring our veterans

When: Nov 11 - 11am

Where: Starke Lake Gazebo

125 N. Lakeshore Dr.

Ocoee

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-905-3100

VERTERANS DAY PANEL DISCUSSION

What: veterans will discuss their experiences & the current state of the military with refreshments & cake

When: Nov 11 - 6pm

Where: Orange County Library System

12000 E. Colonial Dr

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-835-7480

HEALTH

STEP OUT WALK TO FIGHT DIABETES

What: Wellness expo and walk for awareness about the disease

When: Nov 14 - 7am

Where: Loch Haven Park

2416 N. Mills Ave

Orlando

Cost: Free - reservations required

Contact: 407-660-1926 x 3054

BREAST CANCER LECTURE

What: physicians will discuss, prevention, diagnosis & treatment

When: Nov 17 - 6:30pm

Where: Florida Hospital Apopka

201 N. Park Ave.

Apopka

Cost: Free - reservations required

Contact: 407-303-1700

NATURE

ANTHROPOLOGICAL LECTURE - SCOTT MARLOWE

What: discussion of cryptozoology and paleontology analyzing accounts of strange animal encounters

When: Nov 12 - 7pm

Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens

1920 N. Forest Ave

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 321-948-3994

BROMELIAD SHOW & SALE

What: seminars & hourly raffles

When: Nov 14 - 9am - 4pm

Where: Renaissance Orlando Airport Hotel

5445 Forbes Place

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-348-2139

OWL FEST

What: hooting contest, face painting, crafts, live music, bounce house & flight demonstrations

When: Nov 14 -10am - 3pm

Where: Avian Reconditioning Center

323 W. Lester Rd

Apopka

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-461-1056

FLORIDA FRIENDLY LANDSCAPING

What: plant selection, fertilization, irrigation, etc. presented by University of Florida IFAS extension

When: Nov 14 - 10:30am - 12:30pm

17th - 6 - 8pm

Where: North Orange Library

1211 E. Semoran Blvd.

Apopka

Cost: Free - registration required

Contact: 407-835-7481

AUTUMN STROLL

What: Live jazz accompanies a walk through the gardens with only the moon (and some candles) to light the way

When: Nov 14 - 7pm

Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens

1920 N. Forest Ave.

Orlando

Cost: $19

Contact: 407-246-2620

FOOD, BEER & WINE

OLE!

What: Spanish tapas, wine and dancing gala

When: Nov 12 - 7 - 9pm

Where: Tastings: A Wine Experience

111 N. Magnolia Ave

Orlando

Cost: $15

Contact: 407-999-9950

www.AWineExperience.com

SUNSHINE CHALLENGE

What: Central Florida Home Brewers beer tasting & competition

When: Nov 13 - 7 - 11pm

Where: Holiday Inn

5905 S. Kirkman Rd

Orlando

Cost: $25 advance; $35 at the door

Contact: 407-351-3333

ORLANDO FOOD & WINE FEST

What: over 35 restaurants represented - food, wine & music

When: Nov 14 - noon - 9pm

15th - noon - 6pm

Where: Lake Eola & Robinson St.

Orlando

Cost: advance - $15 2-day pass; $10 day pass; $15 day of the event; food & beverages $2 - $6

Contact: www.OrlandoFoodandWineFest.com

DISTINGUISHED CHEF BUFFET

When: Nov 15 - 11am - 1pm

Where: Rosen College of Hospitality Management

9907 Universal Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: $22.50

Contact: 407-903-8165

FUNDRAISERS

PUTTIN' ON THE GLITZ

What: gala with dancing and fashion show to benefit Maitland non-profit organizations

When: Nov 13 - 7:30pm

Where: Maitland Civic Center

641 S. Maitland Ave.

Maitland

Cost: $50 advance; $75 at the door

Contact: 407-677-1425

FIGHT FOR AIR CLIMB 2009

What: Run up the 25-stories of the downtown Bank of America building to raise money for the American Lung Association

When: Nov 14 - 8:30am

Where: Bank of America Center

390 N. Orange Ave

Orlando

Cost: $25 registration with $100 fundraising minimum

Contact: 407-244-7041

www.FightForAirClimbOrlando.org

10TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY ART SALE

What: art, photography, ceramics, paintings, sculptures, etc. benefitting the Creadle School of Art

When: Nov 14 - 9am - 5pm

15th - 11am - 4pm

Where: Creadle School of Art

600 St. Andrews Blvd

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-671-1886

ISLAND HOP

What: to benefit Special Olympics Florida

When: Nov 14 - 6 - 10pm

Where: Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center

6000 W. Osceola Pkwy

Kissimmee

Cost: $100

Contact: 407-756-3626

ETC.

TRIVIAL PURSUIT GAME NIGHT

What: game questions, prizes, wine & appetizers

When: Nov 11 - 5:30 - 7pm

Where: University Club & Art Gallery

841 N. Park Ave.

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-644-6149

ALIVE AFTER 5: SEAFOOD HARVEST

What: Street party celebrating the bounty of the sea

When: Nov 12 - 5 - 8pm

Where: Downtown Sanford

Sanford Ave & First St

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-302-2586

GEM, MINERAL & JEWELRY SHOW

What: The Central Florida Gem and Mineral Society present a weekend of demonstrations, custom jewelry, fossil displays, door prizes and more

When: Nov 13 - 1 - 8pm

14th - 10am - 8pm

15th - 10am - 5pm

Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds

4603 W. Colonial Dr

Orlando

Cost: $4

Contact: 407-295-3247

PLANT AND CRAFT SALE

What: lunch and refreshments available

When: Nov 14 -9am - 3pm

Where: Orlando Garden Club

710 E. Rollins St

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-422-6284

FAMILY FESTIVAL

What: arts, crafts, food, inflatables, toddler area & entertainment

When: Nov 15 - 10am - 5pm

Where: Cranes Roost Park

Uptown Altamonte

Altamonte Springs

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-645-0923

PLAN AHEAD

WINTER VEGETABLE GARDENING

What: with Tom MacCubbin

When: Nov 17 - 6:30pm

Where: Winter Park Garden Club

1300 S. Denning Dr

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-644-5770

FASHION SHOW & SILENT AUCTION

What: to benefit the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program

When: Nov 19 - 5pm

Where: Plaza Cinema Café

155 S. Orange Ave

Orlando

Cost: $30 advance; $40 at the door

Contact: 407-422-1535

ORANGE AUDUBON PROGRAM - BRINGING BACK THE INDIGO SNAKE

What: by Fred Antonio

When: Nov 19 - 7pm

Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens

1920 N. Forest Ave.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-658-5742

BIRDING WALK

What: 2 mile hike - bring lunch, drink & birding gear

When: Nov 21 - 8:40am at the tram stop in parking lot on Magnolia Homes Rd.

Where: Lake Lotus Park

1153 Lake Lotus Park Rd

Altamonte Springs

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-851-5416

For information on Orlando real estate and Orlando homes for sale in addition to Orlando relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Greater Orlando Area Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.

Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034

You can read Marc's other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker

Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.

Marc It Sold!

Homebuyer Tax Credit - Extended and Expanded

first time homebuyer tax creditToday the Senate & House of Representatives extended the Homebuyer Tax Credit that was to expire on Nov. 30th. The new and expanded bill will take effect when President Obama signs it into legislation.

The new bill extends the deadline until April 30, 2010 where the homebuyer will have to have a written and binding contract to close no later than July 1, 2010.

The First-time Buyer Credit stays the same in that the buyer may not have had an interest in a principal residence for 3 years prior to the purchase. The amount will also remain at $8000.

The new bill is expanded to also cover Existing Homeowners, who must have used the home sold as a principal residence for 5 consecutive years out of the previous 8 years. The amount that they would receive will be only $6500, yet this is $6500 more than has been the case.

The income limits have risen to $125K for a single person & $225K for a married couple. These are up from $75K and $150K, respectively.

There previous was no cost limit for the purchase price of the home, but this will now be limited to a $800K home.

There is also an Anti-fraud Rule that was attached to the bill and rightly so. Now the purchaser will have to attach documentation to their tax return.

This is very good news & well needed for the real estate recovery as well as that of the economy.

Till next time...Marc It Sold!

What’s Happening in Central Florida - November 3, 2009

This is a guide to a smattering of events occurring in the Greater Orlando Central Florida area. The sections are divided into Art, Music, Theater, Author, Nature, Etc, and Plan Ahead. There is surely something for everyone. There is also a complementary list of On-Going events in the area as well & you can find those by Clicking Here!

ART & LITERATURE

ROMANCING THE HOLIDAYS

What: book sale & signing by 22 Florida romance authors

When: Nov 7 - 2 - 5pm

Where: Altamonte Mall

451 E. Altamonte Dr

Altamonte Springs

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-422-1540

THEATER & MOVIES

2009 ORLANDO FILM FESTIVAL

What: Screenings of independent, children's and short films, often with filmmaker Q&As.

When: Nov 4 - 8 - various times

Where: Plaza Cinema Café

155 S. Orange Ave

Orlando

Cost: various prices

Contact: 321-558-2878

www.OrlandoFilmFest.com

FLORIDA REEL FILM FESTIVAL

What: screenings of original works by emerging filmmakers

When: Nov 5 - 5pm

6th - 2 - 9:30pm

7th - 2 - 11pm

Where: New Concept Art Gallery

11229 E. Colonial Dr. - Ste. 105

Orlando

Cost: Free - $1

Contact: 407-429-4721

www.FloridaReel.com

POPCORN FLICKS

What: outdoor screening of The Land Before Time

When: Nov 5 - 7pm

Where: Central Park Stage

Park Avenue

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-599-3334

www.Enzian.org

DATE NIGHT AT THE GARDENS

What: outdoor screening of Footloose; bring lawn chairs, picnic basket, blanket, etc.

When: Nov 6 - 8:30pm - gates open at 6pm

Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens

1920 N. Forest Ave.

Orlando

Cost: $7 adult; $2 children

Contact: 407-246-2620

MUSIC

JAZZED IN SANFORD

What: concert

When: Nov 7 - 4 - 7pm

Where: Magnolia Square

200 S. Magnoia Ave.

Sanford

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-688-5004

CHILDREN

FUZZY FREAK SHOW

What: A story about a circus of kittens and fluffy acrobats performed by hand puppets

When: Nov 4 - 8 - various times

Where: Altamonte Mall

451 E. Altamonte Dr.

Altamonte Springs

Cost: $5

Contact: 407-834-8757

www.Pinocchios.net

VETERANS DAY

VETERANS DAY PARADE

What: marching bands & floats

When: Nov 11 - 10am

Where: Downtown Orlando

Livingston & Orange to left on Central & left on Rosalind ending at Livingston

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-246-3720

VETERANS DAY CEREMONY

What: lunch will be served after the ceremony honoring our veterans

When: Nov 11 - 11am

Where: Starke Lake Gazebo

125 N. Lakeshore Dr.

Ocoee

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-905-3100

HEALTH

HEALTH FAIR

What: health care vendors, classic car show & music

When: Nov 7 - 10am - 2pm

Where: Palm Garden of Orlando

654 N. Econlockhatchee Trl

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-273-6158

NATURE

ANTHROPOLOGICAL LECTURE - SCOTT MARLOWE

What: discussion of cryptozoology and paleontology analyzing accounts of strange animal encounters

When: Nov 12 - 7pm

Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens

1920 N. Forest Ave

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 321-948-3994

FOOD, BEER & WINE

12TH ANNUAL TASTE OF MAITLAND

What: food & beverage vendors from area restaurants with live music

When: Nov 9 - 5:30 - 8pm

Where: Lake Lily Park

840 Lake Lily Drive

Maitland

Cost: $12 advance; $15 at the gate; children 3-12 - ½ price

Contact: 407-644-0741

FUNDRAISERS

GO FLY A KITE!

What: Participants build kites to benefit the International Measles Initiative

When: Nov 7 - noon - 6pm

Where: Austin's Coffee

929 W. Fairbanks Ave

Winter Park

Cost: donation

Contact: 407-975-3664

www.AustinsCoffee.com

CASINO NIGHT BENEFITTING AUTISM SPEAKS

What: presented by the Orlando Regional Chapter of the Women's Council of Realtors

When: Nov 7 - 7pm

Where: Seminole Harley-Davidson Buell

620 Hickman Circle

Sanford

Cost: $30 per person; $50 per couple

Contact: 407-968-1224

ETC.

JOB FAIR

What: over 70 employers - bring resumes & dress professionally

When: Nov 4 - noon - 4pm

Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds

4603 W. Colonial Dr.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-834-4022

CLIMATE CHANGE AND NATIONAL/GLOBAL SECURITY

What: Speakers and panelists discuss the relationship between global warming and security issues

When: Nov 5 - 9am - 2pm

Where: University of Central Florida

4000 Central Florida Blvd

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-823-5126

23RD ANNUAL AIA ORLANDO POWWOW

What: Native American celebration with dancing, entertainment & art

When: Nov 6 - 7 - 10am - 10pm

8th - 10am - 5pm

Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds

4603 W. Colonial Dr.

Orlando

Cost: $6 adults; $4 students & military; $3 seniors & children

Contact: 407-327-8207

ANTIQUES SHOW & SALE

What: 20+ vendors of antiques, jewelry & collectibles

When: Nov 7 - 9am - 4pm

8th - 11am - 4pm

Where: Women's Club of Winter Park

419 S. Interlachen Ave.

Winter Park

Cost: $5 - good for both days

Contact: 407-644-2237

LAKE MARY-HEATHROW FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS

What: More than 200 artists exhibit works, plus a juried art show and the festival's classic car show, music and entertainment

When: Nov 7 - 9am - 5pm

8th - 10am - 5pm

Where: Oval Park

W. Lake Mary Blvd & International Pkwy

Lake Mary

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-444-0484

FALL FIESTA IN THE PARK

What: More than 600 arts and crafts vendors display their works at the two-day event with music, food, activities and demonstrations

When: Nov 7 - 8 - 10am - 5pm

Where: Lake Eola Park

N. Rosalind & E Washington

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-649-3152

FAMILY FUN SHOP: FLORIDA NATIVES

What: The Central Florida Zoo brings some native animals and explains why their habitats are important

When: Nov 7 -10am - noon

Where: Orange County Regional History Center

65 E. Central Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: $7

Contact: 407-836-8500

www.TheHistoryCenter.org

FAMILY FUN KITE FESTIVAL

What: with rides and entertainment

When: Nov 7 -10am - 2pm

Where: Blanchard Park

2451 N. Dean Rd

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-836-6249

CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE

What: exotic & collector car show

When: Nov 8 -10am - 5pm

Where: Downtown Winter Park

Park Ave

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-649-9190

ALTAMONTE SPRINGS HISPANIC FESTIVAL

What: Celebrating Hispanic culture with art, dance and music peformances and cuisine

When: Nov 8 - noon - 6pm

Where: Cranes Roost Park

Uptown Altamonte

Altamonte Springs

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-571-8863

www.UptownAltamonte.com

SHAPING HOLOCAUST MEMORY: THE 2ND & 3RD GENERATIONS RESPOND

What: Alan L. Berger, Director of Holocaust and Judaic Studies at Florida Atlantic University, presents his address in commemoration of the Kristallnacht

When: Nov 8 - 4pm

Where: Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center

851 N. Maitland Ave.

Maitland

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-628-0555

PLAN AHEAD

10TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY ART SALE

What: photography, ceramics, painting, drawings, jewelry & sculptures

When: Nov 14 - 9am - 5pm

15th - 11am - 4pm

Where: Crealde School of Art

600 St. Andrews Blvd

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-671-1886

PLANT AND CRAFT SALE

What: lunch and refreshments available

When: Nov 14 -9am - 3pm

Where: Orlando Garden Club

710 E. Rollins St

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-422-6284

BROMELIAD SHOW & SALE

What: seminars & hourly raffles

When: Nov 14 - 9am - 4pm

Where: Renaissance Orlando Airport Hotel

5445 Forbes Place

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-348-2139

OWL FEST

What: hooting contest, face painting, crafts, live music, bounce house & flight demonstrations

When: Nov 14 -10am - 3pm

Where: Avian Reconditioning Center

323 W. Lester Rd

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-461-1056

ORLANDO FOOD & WINE FEST

What: over 35 restaurants represented - food, wine & music

When: Nov 14 - noon - 9pm

15th - noon - 6pm

Where: Lake Eola & Robinson St.

Orlando

Cost: advance - $15 2-day pass; $10 day pass; $15 day of the event; food & beverages $2 - $6

Contact: www.OrlandoFoodandWineFest.com

FAMILY FESTIVAL

What: arts, crafts, food, inflatables, toddler area & entertainment

When: Nov 15 - 10am - 5pm

Where: Cranes Roost Park

Uptown Altamonte

Altamonte Springs

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-645-0923

ORANGE AUDUBON PROGRAM - BRINGING BACK THE INDIGO SNAKE

What: by Fred Antonio

When: Nov 19 - 7pm

Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens

1920 N. Forest Ave.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-658-5742

BIRDING WALK

What: 2 mile hike - bring lunch, drink & birding gear

When: Nov 21 - 8:40am at the tram stop in parking lot on Magnolia Homes Rd.

Where: Lake Lotus Park

1153 Lake Lotus Park Rd

Altamonte Springs

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-851-5416

For information on Orlando real estate and Orlando homes for sale in addition to Orlando relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Greater Orlando Area Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.

Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034

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