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5K
KUA Presents March for Meals 5K will be March 14, and the money raised will help the Osceola Council on Aging. Pre registration is $20 for participants.
Funds raised by March for Meals will help shorten the waiting list and provide more meals for seniors. The event will include a kid’s run, silent auction, prizes for largest and most spirited teams and more.
To register, go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kua-presents-march-formeals-st-patricks-5k-runwalk-registration-75868860805
SATURDAY
FEB. 15
Miss Osceola Pageant
Contestants age 17 through 24 compete in the areas of interview, on stage interview question, talent and formal wear. Osceola County Fair (KVLS), 1911 Kissimmee Valley Lane, Kissimmee; 7 p.m.
Artist Saturday
Osceola History will feature crayon artist Leslie Phelps as part of the Artist Saturday series. Phelps will demonstrate and share his work. The Osceola County Welcome Center and History Museum, 4155 W. Vine Street, Kissimmee; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free admission.
SUNDAY
FEB. 16
Silver Spurs Showdown
Silver Spurs Showdown is going to be a truck, jeep, car, SXA, and ATV show. This event will have an assortment of trophy classes to win. Osceola Heritage Park, 1875 Silver Spur Ln, Kissimmee; 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. For more information, go to https://allevents.in/ kissimmee/silver-spursshowdown/200018371048915
TUESDAY
FEB. 18
AARP Driver Safety Class
The AARP Driver Safety Program’s Smart Driver Course helps participants refine driving skills and develop safe driving habits. Osceola Council on Aging, 700 Generation Point, Kissimmee; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Registration required, call 321-895-4017. Cost is $15 for AARP members; $ 20 for nonmembers.Upon completion of the course, Florida drivers 55 or older may be eligible for vehicle insurance discounts.
Republican Gun Club of Central Florida Meeting
Guest speaker is Wayne Liebnitzky, candidate for Osceola County Commissioner, District 5. Please join us. Elks Lodge, 1655 Kings Hwy., Kissimmee, 34744. Eat, meet and greet starts at 5:30. Meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. Call Vicky Wells at 407-892-8695 with any questions.
FRIDAY
FEB. 21
144th Silver Spurs Rodeo
The 144th Silver Spurs Rodeo celebrates over 75 years of tradition in Osceola County; 10 a.m.: Parade and Rodeo Day; at 7:30 p.m.: Rodeo & Youth Night. For more information & to purchase tickets go to www.silverspursrodeo.com.
Wine 101 Class
Presented by Osceola History, the class will provide tips for selecting and tasting different six wine varieties. Refreshments will be served. The museum will open at 6 p.m. for guests to tour the museum and see the “Celebrate” exhibit. Registration is $20 for Osceola History members and $25 for non-members. Must be at least 21 years of age to participate. Osceola County Welcome Center and History Museum, 4155 W. Vine Street, Kissimmee; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Register online at www.osceolahistory.org. For more information, email mia@osceolahistory.org or call 407-396-8644, ext. 3.
Tom Tanada
The Divine Mercy Prayer group of the Holy Redeemer Catholic Church will present Tom Tanada in a piano concert to benefit the blessed Virgin Mary Grotto at Holy Redeemer and St. Catherine of Siena churches. St. Catherine of Siena Church, 2750 E. Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee. For more information, contact Au Manalota at 407-704-6034 or Eder Rodas 407-344-8098. To know more about Tom, visit www.tominconcert.com
Used book sale
Books, CD and DVD donations are needed and can be dropped off at 851 Town Hall Building, Celebration. Funds will go toward a scholarship awarded to a high school student pursuing a career in education. Friday, Feb, 21, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, Feb. 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 851 Town Hall Building, Celebration.
Financing Your Business in Today’s Economy
UCF – Osceola County will hold the workshop, Financing Your Business in Today’s Economy. Learn about financing options to start or grow your own business, special purpose loan programs for businesses, loan processes for lenders and how to approach your lender for financing. Veterans Memorial St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St., St. Cloud; 10 a.m.-1 p.m. It’s free. To register online, go to www.abdcorlando.com/ osceola county and click “Get Training” icon.
SATURDAY
FEB. 22
144th Silver Spurs Rodeo
The 144th Silver Spurs Rodeo celebrates over 75 years of tradition in Osceola County; 7:30 p.m.: Rodeo & Hometown Hero. For more information & to purchase tickets go to www.silverspursrodeo.com.
Artist Saturday
Osceola History will feature scrimshaw artist Erwin Wunderlich as part of the Artist Saturday series. Wunderlich will demonstrate and share his work. The Osceola County Welcome Center and History Museum, 4155 W. Vine Street, Kissimmee; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free admission.
Barbecue at old Narcoossee Schoolhouse
A barbecue meal of pulled pork or chicken sandwich with two sides is $8. A barbecue meal of three ribs with two sides is $10. Baked goods sold separately. Old Narcoossee Schoolhouse, 5026 Yukon St., Narcoossee; 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Questions? Contact us at narcoossee history.org or 407-595-6727.
Gospel Concert
There will be a gospel concert featuring James and Starla Dean. New Life Freewill Baptist Church, 1211 Ocean St., Kissimmee (behind Krazy Vern’s Car Wash & right off Michigan); 6 p.m. Phone: 407-460-6411 or 1-419-689-9645 for information or directions.
SUNDAY
FEB. 23
144th Silver Spurs Rodeo
The 144th Silver Spurs Rodeo celebrates over 75 years of tradition in Osceola County; 10 a.m.: Special Rodeo; 2 p.m.: Rodeo & Family Day. For more information & to purchase tickets go to www.silverspursrodeo.com.
