Orange County Parks and Recreation has the following fun events and community meetings:

• Orange County Parks & Recreation and the Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission join together to bring you Senior Fish4Fun 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:
• Thursday, September 18
• Tuesday, October 21
• Thursday, November 20

• All ages are welcome to join in the Barnyard Banter program at Fort Christmas Historical Park on Saturday, September 20, from 1-2 p.m.! This month’s free event, The Life of Florida's Pioneers, a presentation about how early settlers thrived and survived in Florida. Visit Fort Christmas Historical Park for more information. Questions? Email parks@ocfl.net or call the park's staff: 407-254-9310.

• Fish4Fun is a free catch-and-release fishing event for ages 15 and younger that takes place at four parks (see below – children can participate in any or all four events); each on-site registration starts at 7:30 a.m.; fishing tournament 8-10 a.m.; and winners recognized 10 a.m. We encourage family and friends to fish with their registered child and to bring your own fishing gear if you have it; supplies will be offered to registered children, while supplies last. Questions? Email parks@ocfl.netor call Parks Special Events 407-836-6249.
• Saturday, September 6: Blanchard Park, 2451 N. Dean Rd., Orlando
• Saturday, September 13: Barnett Park, 4801 W. Colonial Dr., Orlando
• Saturday, September 20: Bear Creek Recreation Complex, 1600 Bear Crossing Dr., Orlando
• Sunday, September 21: Bithlo Park, 18501 Washington Ave., Orlando

• You, your family and friends are invited to the FREE Family Fun and Resource Fair at Barnett Park, presented by the Orange County Community and Family Services Department on Saturday, October 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy free food and resources (while supplies last), activities and performances. Orange County Human Resources will be on site so come explore career opportunities and apply online for jobs in the Community and Family Services Department, including Parks and Recreation! Questions? Call 407-836-1584 or email CFSRF@ocfl.net.

• Dance the night away as you enjoy the beautiful music of The Crew on the fourth Saturday of the month, from 6-9 p.m., at Renaissance Senior Center’s ballroom! The event is open to adults ages 18 and older, cost: $20 exact cash per person at the door. Come enjoy a cool atmosphere of dance, fun and live music provided by The Crew. 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, October 25
• Saturday, November 22
• Saturday, December 27

• Bring your family and friends to the following locations for a FREE Movie in the Park! Bring lawn chairs and snacks, or purchase from food trucks, if available. No alcohol allowed in the park; no pets allowed in the viewing area. Email parks@ocfl.net or call Parks Marketing 407-836-6257.
• Shrek the Third: This fun animated movie (rated PG, 93 mins.) starts at 7 p.m., shortly after dark.
• Friday, October 17: Cypress Grove Park
• Saturday, October 18: Bithlo Community Park
• Shrek Forever After: The Final Chapter: This fun animated movie (rated PG, 93 mins.) starts at 7 p.m., shortly after dark.
• Friday, October 24: Orlo Vista Park
• Saturday, October 25: Barnett Park