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SATURDAY
Chanukah
December 12, 2009

The Arts

CallWISHES.
WISHES is the largest, most dazzling nighttime fireworks spectacular ever presented at Magic Kingdom. The show could be seen abo… Magic Kingdom Park. (Performance). 407-W-DISNEY
CallBlue Man Group.
Three enigmatic bald and blue characters who take the audience through a multi-sensory experience that combines theatre, percuss… Sharp AQUOS Theatre. (Performance - Theater). 888-340-5476
11:00 amOrlando Ballet: The Nutcracker.
Orlando Ballet presents a condensed version of The Nutcracker for the entire family. Join us at 10am for pre-show activities an… Bob Carr Performing Arts Center. (Performance - Ballet). 407-849-2577
5:30 pmTrivium.
Performing live in concert. Club Firestone. (Arts - Concerts). 407-426-0005
6:00 pmCirque du Soleil 'La Nouba'.
'La Nouba' features acrobats, dancers, gymnasts and clowns in a combination of theater and circus created just for the Disney Re… Cirque du Soleil Theatre. (Performance - Theater). 407-939-7600
6:00 pm-
9:00 pm		Third Annual Holiday Showcase Celebrating Central Florida's Performing Arts.
Join Rosen Shingle Creek at their grand lobby fireplace for holiday songs and corals, excerpts for the Nutcracker performed by v… Rosen Shingle Creek. (Performance). 407-996-9939
6:00 pmMovies at the Manor "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" and "White Christmas".
Grab a blanket or a chair to relax on the Manor's manicured lawn for a free movie night. Delicious snacks under $5 are availabl… Highland Manor. (Performance - Movies). 407-886-6226
7:30 pmAvenue Q.
Set in NY on Avenue Q, which is described as the only place one can live when they are just out of college, out of a job or brok… Daytona Beach Peabody Auditorium. (Performance - Musical). 407-857-5892
7:30 pmOrlando Ballet - The Nutcracker.
Enjoy this holiday favorite presented by the Orlando Ballet. The Nutcracker will be danced to the full Tchaikovsky score by the… Bob Carr Performing Arts Center. (Performance - Ballet). 407-426-1739
7:30 pmBoys Like Girls.
Performing live in concert with Cobra Starship, The Ting Tings and Hey Monday. All ages. House of Blues Orlando. (Arts - Concerts). 407-934-BLUE
8:00 pmEvery Christmas Story Ever Told!.
Every Christmas story ever told - yes, all of them - in just 90 minutes! Three men and a "reingoat" tell tales of Christmas fro… The Margeson Theater. (Performance - Theater). 407-447-1700
8:00 pmSandi Patty.
Performing live in concert. The Venue at UCF. (Arts - Concerts). 407-823-6006
8:00 pmEvery Christmas Story Ever Told.
Every Christmas story ever told -in 90 minutes! Three men and a "reingoat" tell tales of Christmas from around the world. Ages… The Margeson Theater. (Performance - Theater). 407-447-1700
8:00 pmSean Paul.
Performing live in concert. Hard Rock Live. (Arts - Concerts). 407-351-LIVE
8:30 pmGator Adventure Show.
Alligators trained to do many entertaining behaviors. Come see trainers entertain with alligators. Gator Golf. (Performance - Circus / Animal Show). 407-948-6507
9:00 pmCirque du Soleil 'La Nouba'.
'La Nouba' features acrobats, dancers, gymnasts and clowns in a combination of theater and circus created just for the Disney Re… Cirque du Soleil Theatre. (Performance - Theater). 407-939-7600
9:00 pmThe Slackers.
Performing live in concert with guests The Duppies. The Social. (Arts - Concerts). 407-246-1419

Community

CallThe Saturday Nite Cruise.
Featuring Classic Cars, Hot Rods, Street Rods and Antiques from 1972 or earlier. Cars roll in about 1pm. Saturday Nite Cruise… Old Town. (Community - Car Club Meeting). 407-396-4888
CallPolar Expedition.
This event is offered at various times throughout the day. You'll explore the backstage areas of "Wild Arctic" and get the chanc… SeaWorld Adventure Park. (Educational - Science & Nature). 800-406-2244
CallSeaWorld Saving a Species Tour.
Go behind the scenes on this special 60-minute tour and take a look at the park's animal rescue, rehabilitation and release effo… SeaWorld Adventure Park. (Educational - Science & Nature). 800-327-2424
CallCeramics Classes.
Classes will cover and review basics of handbuilding or wheel throwing techniques and tailor demonstrations to meet the class ne… Super Awesome Cool Pottery. (Educational - Class). 407-452-2452
CallTour Orlando by Segway PT.
Tour Universal City Walk. Orlando Gliders. (Community). 866-611-9838
CallStetson Mansion Tours.
Experience the grandeur, the history and the magic of the Stetson Mansion during this 1 1/2 hour tour led by a personal tour gui… Stetson Mansion. (Educational - Walking Tour). 386-873-0167
CallStetson by Night Tours.
Experience the grandeur, the history and the magic of the Stetson Mansion during this 1 1/2 hour tour led by a personal tour gui… Stetson Mansion. (Educational - Walking Tour). 386-873-0167
CallPicture Perfect Angel Contest.
Schedule your free photo shoot and pick the best picture from the session, we will print your favorite for free and enter it. C… Bay Hill Studios Orlando. (Community). 407-704-3149
CallPolk County Toys for Tots Drive.
The attraction is offering each guest who donates a new, unwrapped toy $8 off a full-priced admission ticket or annual pass. To… Fantasy of Flights. (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit). 863-984-3500
9:30 amYoung Chefs Academy Classes/Workshops.
Children of all ages will have the opportunity to experience the joy of creating, cooking and tasting new foods. Weekly classes… Young Chefs Academy. (Educational - Workshop). 407-679-2310
10:00 am-
3:00 pm		Segway Tours of Mount Dora.
Segway of Central Florida is now offering summer tours of beautiful Mount Dora on the new and energy efficient Segway. Training… Segway of Central Florida. (Educational - Bike Tour). 353-383-9900
10:30 am-
12:30 pm		Earth Angels Realms.
Come see which realms of earth angels you might be in according to Doreen Virtue's book. Featherfoot Spirit. (Community - Book Club/Book Talk). 407-704-7811
11:00 amThe Dolphin Nursery Close-up Tour.
This event consists of a walking tour with an educational presentation about Atlantic bottlenose dolphin characteristics, reprod… SeaWorld Adventure Park. (Educational - Science & Nature). 407-351-3600
1:00 pmCommunity Christmas.
Join us as we celebrate Christmas with our neighbors in the inner-city of Orlando. We will share presents with each family, spe… Frontline Outreach Campus. (Community). 407-293-3000
5:00 pm-
9:00 pm		2nd Saturdays On the Drive.
College Park comes alive with local artists, vendors and entertainers along the Edgewater Drive Business District. Businesses o… College Park. (Community).
8:30 pm-
10:00 pm		Ghost Tracker Ghost Tour.
See actual places possessed by spirits, and haunted houses along the route, and pass by a haunted Hospital to hear the tales fro… Ghost Tracker Ghost Tour. (Educational - Walking Tour). 407-610-1650
9:00 pmKissimmee Ghost Tours.
Step into the world of the unknown with Our Ghost & History Tour for a hair-raising ninety-minute walking tour into the spirit r… City Centre. (Educational - Walking Tour). 321-251-5204

Dining Specials

CallArabian Nights.
This dinner show features over 60 of the world's most beautiful horses combined with special effects and incredible stunts to cr… Arabian Nights. (Dining - Dinner Show). 407-239-9223
CallSonny's Family Nights.
Join us at select performances for an enjoyable dinner provided by Sonny's Bar-B-Q before or after select 2009-2010 Season perfo… Orlando Repertory Theatre. (Dining - Dining Specials). 407-896-7365
12:00 pm-
3:00 pm		Padrino's Cuban Bistro Pig Roast.
All you can eat carving station which includes white rice, moros, black beans, sweet plantains, yucca and one drink (soda or bee… Padrino's Cuban Bistro. (Dining - Dining Specials). 407-251-5107
4:00 pm-
7:00 pm		Izziban Sushi Happy Hour.
Izziban Sushi Happy Hour features 2 for 1 Domestic beer, house sake and house wine. Every Sunday there is a Sake and Wine tastin… Izziban Sushi. (Dining - Happy Hour). 407-850-5088
5:00 pmHoop-Dee Doo Musical Revue.
During dinner guests are entertained by good old fashion country western singers, dancers and comedians. Be prepared for slapsti… Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue. (Dining - Dinner Show). 407-WDW-DINE
5:15 pmPolynesian Luau Dinner Show.
Entertainment and food from the South Seas. Disney's Polynesian Resort. (Dining - Dinner Show). 407-824-2000
6:00 pmPirate's Dinner Adventure Spectacular.
This musical Broadway-type show stars Princess Anita and her court who are hostages of a band of pirates led by Sebastian the Bl… Pirate's Dinner Adventure. (Dining - Dinner Show). 800-866-2469
6:00 pmMurderWatch Mystery Dinner Show.
Play detective while you dine on an unlimited buffet. This musical mystery show will have everyone in the audience wondering "wh… MurderWatch Mystery Dinner Theatre. (Dining - Mystery Dinner Show). 407-827-6534
6:00 pmThe Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show.
This show combines high-energy comedy improvisation with magic to entertain audiences of all ages. Enjoy unlimited pizza, beer,… The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show. (Dining - Dinner Show). 407-351-8800
6:30 pmMakahiki Polynesian Luau Celebration.
Enjoy music, dance and food from the South Seas. Prices are $45.95 adults and $29.95 children. SeaWorld Adventure Park. (Dining - Dinner Show). 407-351-3600
7:15 pmHoop-Dee Doo Musical Revue.
During dinner guests are entertained by good old fashion country western singers, dancers and comedians. Be prepared for slapsti… Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue. (Dining - Dinner Show). 407-WDW-DINE
7:30 pmSleuths Mystery Dinner Show.
Hors d'oeuvres are served as you mingle with outrageous characters. A 40 minute comedy mystery unfolds and a crime occurs. Durin… Sleuths Mystery Dinner Shows. (Dining - Mystery Dinner Show). 407-363-1985
7:30 pmCapone's Dinner & Show.
Italian feast and musical dinner show based on the life of Al Capone. Capone's Dinner & Show. (Dining - Dinner Show). 407-397-2378
8:00 pmPolynesian Luau Dinner Show.
Entertainment and food from the South Seas. Disney's Polynesian Resort. (Dining - Dinner Show). 407-824-2000
8:00 pmThe Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show.
This show combines high-energy comedy improvisation with magic to entertain audiences of all ages. Enjoy unlimited pizza, beer,… The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show. (Dining - Dinner Show). 407-351-8800
8:30 pmMedieval Times Dinner, Tournament and Living Museum.
Dinner show featuring knights in armor, jousting matches and tournament games. Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament. (Dining - Dinner Show). 407-396-1518
8:30 pmPirate's Dinner Adventure Spectacular.
This musical Broadway-type show stars Princess Anita and her court who are hostages of a band of pirates led by Sebastian the Bl… Pirate's Dinner Adventure. (Dining - Dinner Show). 800-866-2469
9:00 pmMurderWatch Mystery Dinner Show.
Play detective while you dine on an unlimited buffet. This musical mystery show will have everyone in the audience wondering "wh… MurderWatch Mystery Dinner Theatre. (Dining - Mystery Dinner Show). 407-827-6534
9:30 pmHoop-Dee Doo Musical Revue.
During dinner guests are entertained by good old fashion country western singers, dancers and comedians. Be prepared for slapsti… Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue. (Dining - Dinner Show). 407-WDW-DINE
10:30 pm-
1:00 am		Flamenco and Rumba Night.
Enjoy a live Flamenco and Rumba show with "Fusion Guitana" dance and musical group. Ceviche. (Dining - Dinner Show). 321-281-8140

Festivals

CallDisney Dreams Come True Parade.
Disney Dreams Come True Parade celebrates classic Disney moments featuring some favorite Disney characters, floats and dancing.… Magic Kingdom Park. (Festival - Parade). 407-W-DISNEY
1:00 pm-
5:00 pm		Complimentary Wine Tasting.
Weekly wine tasting of 4-6 featured wines on Fridays and Saturdays. Always complimentary. Roget's Fine Wine & Beer. (Festival - Wine Tasting). 407-971-9334
3:00 pm-
9:00 pm		Holiday Parade, Tree Lighting, & Business Expo.
Parade begins from Oviedo High School at 3pm and proceeds to Aquatic Center down S.R. 426. Business Expo begins at 4pm and runs… Oviedo Aquatic Center Facility. (Festivals). 407-971-5570

For Children

2:00 pmDear Santa.
It is the time of year to peek into the magical and timeless world of the North Pole, bustling workshops, cheerful elves and the… Orlando Repertory Theatre. (Kid's Theater). 407-896-7365
7:00 pmDear Santa.
It is the time of year to peek into the magical and timeless world of the North Pole, bustling workshops, cheerful elves and the… Orlando Repertory Theatre. (Kid's Theater). 407-896-7365

Miscellaneous

CallMeet the Characters.
Get a chance to interact up-close and personal as well as take pictures with some of your favorite characters like Spider-Man an… Universal Studios Islands of Adventure. (Miscellaneous). 407-224-1037
CallDance Classes.
Orlando's Hottest Celebrity Style Work Out Studio! Featuring: Ballet Barre Fitness, Hip Hop, Exotic Cardio, Pole Fitness, Latin… Central Orlando Studio. (Miscellaneous). 407-963-0968
10:30 amAdventure Express.
This 6 hour tour features front-of-the-line access to Kraken, Journey to Atlantis and Wild Arctic, reserved seating to 2 select… SeaWorld Adventure Park. (Miscellaneous). 800-406-2244

Nightlife

CallKaraoke.
Karaoke with a twist. Performers are introduced to the audience by an emcee and sing with a full live band and back-up singers. CityWalk's Rising Star. (Nightlife - Karaoke).
CallReggae.
Enjoy the sounds of local bands and reggae music. Must be 21 and older after 9pm. Bob Marley - A Tribute To Freedom. (Nightlife - Live Music). 407-224-2690
CallMainstream Dance Music.
Dance the night away at this most unique dance club with DJ John Campisano and DJ AJ spinning the hottest hits. The Groove. (Nightlife - Dance). 407-224-2227
CallLive Music.
Featuring Dueling Piano Players performing some of your favorite sing-alongs via requests from the audience. Pat O'Brien's Orlando. (Nightlife - Live Music). 407-224-2690
CallAlejandro Kartal.
Performing live. Latin Quarter. (Nightlife - Live Music). 407-224-2800
7:00 pm-
9:00 pm		Open Mic.
Open Mic available to anyone with a talent. Music, spoken word, poetry, etc.. Mima's Cuban Cafe. (Nightlife - Open Mic). 407-629-6007
8:00 pmChain Reaction.
Enjoy the sounds of local bands and reggae music. Ages 21 and older after 9pm. Bob Marley - A Tribute To Freedom. (Nightlife - Live Music). 407-224-2262
8:00 pmDuel of Fools.
A face off between two teams performing improvised scenes based on audience suggestions. Professional comedic Wayne Brady got hi… SAK Comedy Lab. (Nightlife - Comedy). 407-648-0001
8:00 pm-
12:00 am		Christmas Swing Dance.
We'll be celebrating the season with a special night of holiday swing music mixed in with all your regular favorites. The venue… Whirl & Twirl Dance Club. (Nightlife - Dance). 407-947-8218
9:00 pm-
1:00 am		Live Irish Music.
Fiddler's Green Irish Pub & Eatery. (Nightlife - Live Music). 407-645-2050
9:00 pm-
2:00 am		Dancing at the Groove.
Dance the night away to a mixture of high-energy house and trance music in this most unique dance club located in CityWalk at Un… The Groove. (Nightlife - Dance). 407-224-2690
9:00 pm-
12:00 am		Swing Dance.
Grab your friends and family and come out and cut a rug at our twice-a-month Saturday dance! We'll be playing the best in swing,… Whirl & Twirl Dance Club. (Nightlife - Dance). 407-947-8218
10:00 pmDuel of Fools.
A face off between two teams performing improvised scenes based on audience suggestions. Professional comedic Wayne Brady got hi… SAK Comedy Lab. (Nightlife - Comedy). 407-648-0001
10:00 pm-
2:00 am		Dj Smooth Live - Saturday Nights.
Dj Smooth from Radio Danz and XM Radio will be spinning live every Saturday Night from 10pm to 2am. Trotter's Sports Bar. (Nightlife - DJ). 407-313-5111
10:30 pm-
3:00 am		Off da Chain Saturdays.
Orlando's hottest Adult Hip Hop and R&B Saturday Night Party. Music by DJ Tommie and DJ Baby Boy. Status Lounge. (Nightlife - Parties). 407-839-1242

Sports

CallIce Skating.
Join us for public ice skating seven days a week! Skate to a live DJ on Friday and Saturday nights. RDV Ice den is the coolest… RDV Sportsplex. (Sports - Ice Skating). 407-916-2550
1:00 pm2009 FHSAA Football Finals.
The four-day event consists of eight state championship games. It is held over two weekends, with two games played on Friday an… Florida Citrus Bowl. (Sports - High School Football). 407-648-4900
5:00 pmUCF Knights vs. Bethune-Cookman.
College Men's Basketball Game. UCF Arena. (Sports - College Basketball). 407-823-3070
7:00 pm2009 FHSAA Football Finals.
The four-day event consists of eight state championship games. It is held over two weekends, with two games played on Friday an… Florida Citrus Bowl. (Sports - High School Football). 407-648-4900
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