National Mutt Day
2022-07-31 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Today is National Mutt Day, a day to embrace, save and celebrate mixed breed dog. Do you have a beloved mutt, or are you interested in adopting? Consider visiting a shelter to adopt a mutt in need of a forever home. If you can’t adopt, volunteering is a great way to help mutts, too.

MetroWest Public Safety Program
2022-08-03 08:00 - 17:00
Did you know that the MetroWest Public Safety Program is a cornerstone of our effort to make MetroWest a great place to Live, Work, Play and Connect! By partnering with Critical Intervention Services (CIS), we designed a program tailored to our community’s unique needs. For more information, visit
Public Safety

Florida's back-to-school tax holiday ends tomorrow
2022-08-06 08:00 - 17:00
Florida’s back-to-school tax holiday ends tomorrow! During this sales tax holiday period, qualifying items will be exempt from tax including: certain school supplies selling for $15 or less per item; clothing, footwear, and certain accessories selling for $60 or less per item; and computers and certain accessories selling for $1,000 or less per item, when purchased for noncommercial or personal use. For more information, visit:
https://floridarevenue.com/taxes/tips/Documents/TIP_22A01-08.pdf

International Cat Day
2022-08-08 08:00 - 17:00
Today is International Cat Day, also known as World Cat Day. It is a special day to celebrate domestic cats of all kinds. If you’ve been considering adopting a cat and feel you are ready, go ahead and visit a local shelter or go online to see the many cats looking for homes. Check out
http://www.ocnetpets.com/Adopt/AnimalsinShelter.aspx?types=C&pagesize=12&r=r
for available kitties who need a good home!

Tomorrow is the first day of school
2022-08-09 08:00 - 17:00
Tomorrow is the first day of school in Orange County! For more information, visit https://www.ocps.net/.

Orange County Public Schools First Day of school
2022-08-10 08:00 - 17:00
Today is the first day of school for Orange County Public Schools. Please be aware of our children walking and biking to school today, and of school zones and buses!

METROWEST FOOD TRUCK TWO WEEKS AWAY
2022-08-11 08:00 - 17:00
MetroWest Food Truck Connection in 2 Weeks

OCSO Shred-a-thon
2022-08-13 09:00 - 12:00
OCSO Shred-a-thon
5660 Curry Ford Rd, Orlando FL 32822

Protection from the SUN- advice from the American Cancer Society
2022-08-16 08:00 - 17:00
In Central Florida, summer is almost year-round, so keep this advice from the American Cancer Society in mind to protect you from the sun’s damaging rays: https://www.cancer.org/latest-news/stay-sun-safe-this-summer.html

METROWEST FOOD TRUCK CONNECTION ONE WEEK AWAY
2022-08-18 08:00 - 17:00
MetroWest Food Truck Connection in 1 Week

World Mosquito Day
2022-08-20 08:00 - 17:00
Today is World Mosquito Day – no, it’s not a day to celebrate mosquitoes, rather it commemorates the day that relationship between mosquitoes and malaria was identified by British doctor Sir Ronald Ross in 1897. The goal of this special day is to raise awareness of malaria, as well as other diseases carried by mosquitoes including the Zika virus, and to educate people about how to avoid contact with mosquitoes. Since mosquitoes are a fact of life here in Central Florida, check out the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences helpful Florida Resident’s Guide to Mosquito Control:
http://www.floridahealth.gov/diseases-and-conditions/mosquito-borne-diseases/_documents/fl-resident-guide-to-mosquito-control-ifas.pdf

National Honey Bee Day
2022-08-20 08:00 - 17:00
Today is National Honey Bee Day, a day to celebrate and show appreciation for hard working Honey Bees, which produce honey that we enjoy and are vital to the pollination for a wide array of our fruits and vegetables. The University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences suggests providing plants that appeal bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Check out the planting suggestions from UF/IFAS here:
https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/design/gardening-with-wildlife/bee-plants.html

OCSO Shred-a-thon
2022-08-20 09:00 - 12:00
OCSO Shred-a-thon
Olympia High School – 4301 S. Apopka Vineland Rd Orlando, FL 32835

City of Orlando Report-a-Problem
2022-08-22 08:00 - 17:00
Do you see a problem in the neighborhood that needs to be reported to the City of Orlando? Then go to the Report a Problem page of the city’s website – this page allows you to quickly provide information about a variety of issues, from problem trees to a missed garbage cart pick up.
https://www.orlando.gov/Report-a-Problem

METROWEST FOOD TRUCK CONNECTION TOMORROW
2022-08-24 08:00 - 17:00
MetroWest Food Truck Connection is Tomorrow

NATIONAL DOG DAY TOMORROW
2022-08-25 08:00 - 17:00
Tomorrow is National Dog Day, a day to honor dogs and to rescue dogs from homelessness and abuse. It’s an opportunity for us to recognize and appreciate the value and importance of dogs in our lives. If you’re ready to adopt a new family member, contact Orange County Animal Services, Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando, Pet Rescue by Judy, or one of the other rescue organizations in Central Florida. Check out the adoptable dogs available at Orange County Animal Services here:
http://www.ocnetpets.com/Adopt/AnimalsinShelter.aspx?types=D&pagesize=12&r=r.

METROWEST FOOD TRUCK CONNECTION TODAY
2022-08-25 08:00 - 17:00
MetroWest Food Truck Connection is Today at the Metrowest Golf Club

OUC'S-LOCAL WATERING RESTRICTIONS
2022-08-27 08:00 - 17:00
Don’t forget that local watering restrictions allow for watering your lawn only twice per week! Here are some details:

Water only before 10 a.m. and after 4 p.m. to avoid evaporation.
Obey watering restrictions by watering only on your designated days. Odd numbered addresses water on Wednesday and Saturday, while even numbered addresses water on Thursday and Sunday.
Water for just 30-45 minutes per session.

For more information, check out OUC’s Watering Restrictions page at http://www.ouc.com/environment-community/high-quality-water-ouc/watering-restrictions

MetroWest Community Resident Participation
2022-08-29 08:00 - 17:00
Would you like to become more engaged with the MetroWest community? The MetroWest Master Association welcomes and encourages resident participation and there are many ways to become involved. Find out more at:
https://www.metrowestcommunity.com/people/get-involved/

Grandparents Day
2022-08-30 08:00 - 17:00, 2022-09-11 08:00 - 17:00
Today is Grandparents Day – if you’re lucky enough to have loving grandparents in your life, take time today to let them know how much they mean to you.

UCF Knights vs South Carolina State tonight at UCF
2022-09-01 08:00 - 17:00
The UCF Knights start the 2022 football season tonight at home versus South Carolina State! For more information visit https://ucfknights.com/sports/football/schedule/2022

WinterFest Edgewood Ranch Charity Challenge Meeting
2022-09-01 14:00 - 14:30

Labor Day Weekend
2022-09-02 08:00 - 17:00
Have a happy and safe Labor Day weekend! Boating is a fun way to spend the long weekend, but be sure you follow these safety tips from the National Safety Council:

Review a pre-departure checklist to ensure you have everything you need in your boat, including a tool box and first-aid kit.
Always have enough life jackets for everyone onboard and make sure everyone wears their life jacket!
If you notice storm clouds or wind speed increasing, play it safe and get off the water.
Don’t drink alcohol if you are driving!

HAPPY LABOR DAY!
2022-09-05 08:00 - 17:00
Happy Labor Day, MetroWest! If you’re celebrating today, check out these no-bake and no-cook recipes to keep your kitchen nice and cool:
https://www.tasteofhome.com/collection/no-bake-no-cook-labor-day-recipes/

Plant ideas for the Fall
2022-09-07 08:00 - 17:00
Wondering what to plant this month to refresh your yard for fall? The University of Florida IFAS Extension suggests trying these annual/bedding plants: ageratum, coleus, celosia, zinnia, and wax begonia for color into fall. For more information visit:
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/topic_annual_landscape_plants

MWMA Budget Board Meeting
2022-09-07 17:00

UCF Knights vs Louisville Cardinals tonight
2022-09-09 19:30 - 22:00
The UCF Knights take on the Louisville Cardinals tonight at 7:30 at FBC Mortgage Stadium. For more information visit
https://ucfknights.com/sports/football/schedule/2022

Patriot's Day
2022-09-11 08:00 - 17:00
Today is Patriot’s Day, observed in honor and remembrance of those who died in the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks on New York City and the Pentagon. A nice way to commemorate Patriot’s Day would be to show appreciation to our local first responders. They put their lives on the line for us every day.

MetroWest Fine & Hearing Workshop
2022-09-12 14:00
