Register now for the Inaugural Hobbit Hike 5K Family Fun Run/Walk on Tuesday, September 22!

Come run through the woods for the inaugural Hobbit Hike 5K Family Fun Run/Walk on Tuesday, September 22, at Orange County Parks and Recreation's Moss Park (12901 Moss Park Rd., Orlando, FL 32832). Those who register by September 8 are guaranteed to receive a T-shirt and medal; registration is open through race day.

• Register for $25 at OCParks5K.org (a United Way web page); all proceeds benefit Heart of Florida United Way.

September 22 Event Day

• 5:30 p.m. Check-in begins at pavilion 4, located behind the front parking lot.
• 7 p.m. Race begins with runners in the front and walkers in the back. Start and finish will be at the same location, with two water stations.
• This 5K Run-Walk will have four restrooms and two portalets.
• Food available for purchase from Kona Ice and R&D Food Services.
• Please note: the course is shell rock, compact dirt and asphalt.
• Pets are not permitted in the park; service animals are welcome.
• Questions? Email parks@ocfl.net.

FREE Fort Christmas Barnyard Banter Program, August 15

All ages are welcome to join in the Barnyard Banter program at Fort Christmas Historical Park! on August 15, from 1-2 p.m., enjoy Visit Florida of the Past to learn about tourist attractions that brought visitors to Florida, long before Disney World -- such as Cypress Gardens in Winter Haven. This is a FREE program, open to the public. Visit Fort Christmas Historical Park for more information. Questions? Email parks@ocfl.net or call the park's staff: 407-254-9310.

Here's the monthly event schedule:

• September 19: Florida Folklore
• October 17: Frontier Field Games
• November 21: Historic Thanksgiving
• December 19 The Christmas Post Office
• January 30-31, 2027: Eastside Barnyard Bash 4-H Clinic/Practice Show, hosted by East Orange Livestock 4-H
• February 20: Florida Animals
• March 20: Archaeology
• April 17: Art in Florida
• May 15: Florida Takes Flight
• June 19: Pioneer Technology

FREE Monthly Senior Fish-4-Fun Event at Renaissance Senior Center, August 18, 8:30-11:30 a.m.

Orange County Parks & Recreation and the Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission join together to bring you Senior Fish-4-Fun for ages 55 and older at Renaissance Senior Center. This is a once-a-month free catch-n-release fishing event! Fishing poles and bait provided while supplies last, or participants can bring their own fresh-water fishing gear. Questions? Call Renaissance Senior Center 407-254-9070 or email parks@ocfl.net.

Here's the monthly event schedule:

• Tuesday, September 15, 8:30-11:30 a.m.
• Tuesday, October 20, 8:30-11:30 a.m.

Dance the Night Away With The Crew on Saturday, August 29

Enjoy the beautiful music of The Crew on the last Saturday of the month, from 6-9 p.m., at Renaissance Senior Center’s ballroom! Each event is open to adults ages 18 and older and all styles of dance are welcome. Cost is $20 per person; if a new customer, register at tinyurl.com/SetUpYourAccount and all pay online at tinyurl.com/TheCrewAtRSC.

You will enjoy a cool atmosphere of dance, fun and live music provided by The Crew. The band will perform a wide variety of social ballroom music, offering something for everyone and creating plenty of opportunities to dance throughout the night. Be ready to dance, socialize, and enjoy a fantastic evening! Light refreshments will be available while supplies last. Questions? Call Renaissance Senior Center at 407-254-9070 or email parks@ocfl.net.

Here's the monthly event schedule:

• Saturday, September 26
• Saturday, October 31