Back to School = Back to Slow Down.
Osceola County’s Speed Zone Speed Safety Cameras are active again! Slow down, stay alert and obey traffic laws—especially in school zones. In Poinciana the cameras are located at Bellalago Academy, BridgePrep Academy, Deerwood Elementary, Horizon Middle, KOA Elementary, Mater Brighton Lakes Academy, Poinciana High, Reedy Creek Elementary and Sunrise Elementary.
Drive smart. (Or pay the fine!)
Oasis Volunteers are always needed for the School District of Osceola County. Start the new school year off and volunteer. For new volunteers and for past volunteers who wish to continue, go to https://bit.ly/SDOVolunteers/ Application.
Are you up for a challenge? Save the date! Challenge Match— Martial Arts Competition takes place on Saturday, Sept. 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Mary Jane Arrington Gym and Aquatic Center. This event is presented by JC Hckd and Karate Tournament Locator. This Martial Arts Championship Tournament is open to all styles: Junior Division Beginner/ Intermediate/Advance; Black Belt Men Division/Women Black Belt Division and Kata/Kobudo/Kumite/Gran Championship All Division. Doors open at 8 a.m. for registrations, tournaments start at 10. For more information, call 321-460-3315.
Valora Medical Group is having a Laundry Day on Monday, Aug. 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its 4551 Pleasant Hill Road location. Medicare beneficiaries are invited to stop by and pick up a free laundry basket filled with detergent. It is also an opportunity to meet with physicians and staff.
Have you registered yet, Big Kahuna? The Association of Poinciana Villages’ annual Poolside Luau is Saturday, Sept. 6 from 6-9 p.m. at the Victory Pool (445 Marigold Ave.) The pool area will be transformed into a tropical paradise with entertainment, food, music and a tropical cash bar with adult beverages. This is a very popular event. Sign-up at https://tinyurl.commn9t8ew4.
Get Hired! Essential Job Skills Series takes place on Thursday, Aug. 14 from 10-11 a.m. at the Poinciana library. Build or polish your resume, make stand out cover letter and master interviewing skills that you land that job that you want.
Come out and Paint the Town on Friday, Aug. 15 from 1-2 p.m. Unlock your creativity each month by painting a masterpiece. Presented by local artist Dominique Jarrett. Supplies will be provided. Registration is required. Call the Library at 407-742-8888.
There is nothing like being one with nature! Writing With Nature at the Library takes place on Saturday, Aug. 16 from 10-11 a.m. Enjoy a morning outside while learning the art and origin of nature writing of nature.
Business Finance Basics will be presented by Truist Bank on Tuesday, Aug. 19 from 2-3 p.m. Learn how to build, manage and protect your business for years to come.
All Library programs are free and open to the public. The Poinciana Library is located at 101 N. Doverplum Ave.
If you have any Poinciana news or information that you would like to share, call Lisa Concepcion at 407-319-9700 or email lisaconcepcion810@yahoo.com.
