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Hurricane Ian Recovery Information

As the City continues recovery efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, please monitor the city website for evolving updates concerning solid waste collection services, reopenings, closures, etc.

City Hall is open for regular business hours, Monday-Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 (Utility Dept. 7:30 am – 5:30 pm). The majority of the public parks and athletic fields have reopened.

Solid Waste Collection Schedule

Regular Trash/Recycling/Bulk Collection Schedule resumes on Monday, October 3.
Yard Waste removal commences on or around Monday, October 3. Every effort will be made to maintain a regular yard waste collection schedule; however, the schedule may vary due to the excessive amount of debris.

Recovery Resources

Visit the Downtown Halloween Experience

Halloween is celebrated for 11 days – not just one — in Winter Garden! The City’s Halloween Experience extravaganza provides family-friendly festivities in Downtown Winter Garden, including seven nights of an outdoor animated Halloween Light Show on City Hall; a hay maze; themed photo locations; decorations and light displays throughout downtown; a Spooky Caboose; a Halloween Celebration at the Farmers Market; a Harvest Sidewalk Sale & Stroll; and more!

Schedule of Events

Halloween Light Show

A Halloween animated light show synchronized to music projected onto the front façade of City Hall. In addition, you never know what entertainment surprises are lurking downtown on these evenings.

October 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30, 31 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm
City Hall, 300 W. Plant Street

Halloween at Winter Garden Farmers Market

Come out to the Farmers Market for some Halloween fun and the fresh fall harvest. Free Halloween craft making at the KidZone tent (next to the Parking Garage), live music, and family-friendly games on the lawn. A great place to get your pumpkins for carving with a large assortment of sizes and shapes. Makes a great photo opportunity as well!

Saturdays | 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Saturday, October 29 | Halloween at the Market
Downtown Pavilion, 104 S. Lakeview Avenue

Spooky Caboose at the History Center

Enter the Spooky Caboose – if you dare – stationed outside the Winter Garden History Center. The spooky-decorated caboose has fun frights for all ages. Free to enter / donations appreciated.

Monday, October 31 | 3:00 – 8:00 pm
Winter Garden History, Education, and Visitors’ Center
21 E. Plant Street

Halloween Movie Series at the Garden Theatre

Saturday, October 29 - Hotel Transylvania, (2012, PG) 3:00 pm 
Saturday, October 29 - Psycho, (1960, R) 7:30 pm 
Sunday, October 30, Hocus Pocus, (1993, PG) 2:00 pm 

Garden Theatre, 160 W. Plant Street

Available All-Day, Every Day

• Hay Maze at City Hall
• Themed Photo Stations
• Seasonal Decorations & Light Displays
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Harvest Sidewalk Sale & Stroll

Stroll and shop the outdoor sidewalk sale surrounded by Halloween Experience ambiance. Stores will feature special sales, promotions, and seasonal merchandise so be sure to pop inside as well. Dine at the outdoor patios to enjoy the fall weather and festive décor.

Saturday, October 22 | Daylong
Historic Downtown

Take a Guided Tour of Lake Apopka Art Exhibit
at City Hall on October 13

Local Artists’ Call for Holidays in Winter Garden Exhibit

DEADLINE EXTENDED to OCTOBER 17

HOLIDAY GIFTS for Kids Program:
Registration Opens this Month

Presented by Winter Garden Police Athletic League, Inc. (WGPAL)

The Winter Garden Police Athletic League, Inc. (WGPAL) annually conducts a Holiday Gifts for Kids program to provide presents to Winter Garden youth (newborn – 12 years old) in need.

Registration dates: October 24 – December 5

To register, pick up and return an application at one of the following locations or hand it to a police officer on patrol.

Winter Garden Police Department – 251 W. Plant Street
City Hall – 300 W. Plant Street
Maxey Center – 830 Klondike Street
Mildred Dixon Activity Center – 303 S.W. Crown Pointe Road
Jessie Brock Community Center – 310 N. Dillard Street

When registering, ALL of the following documents are required and must be verified:

• Birth certificate or court/custody paperwork (only parent or legal guardian can register a child)
• Current water or utility bill for the Winter Garden address they reside
• Proof of government assistance (WIC, food stamps, etc.)
• Some type of identification (driver’s license, ID card, passport, etc.)
• Child must be age 12 or younger

Lego Day at the Railroad Museum

Join us as we host the Greater Florida Lego User Group to see their large Lego display, loaded with buildings, people, and working trains!

Saturday, October 8 | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | Free

Central Florida Railroad Museum
101 S. Boyd Street | cfrhs.org | 407.656.0559
Open Tuesday – Saturday | 11:00 am – 3:00 pm | Free Admission

FALL into FUN with
PARKS & RECREATION!

Click here for a list of Parks & Recreation programs, classes, sports leagues, as well as additional details about offerings below. Questions, call 407.656.4155.

Programs are held at the Jessie Brock Community Center, 310 N. Dillard Street, unless noted otherwise. Click here to register.

ATHLETIC PROGRAMS

Registrations may close early due to limited availability.

Youth Running and Conditioning Program

This 4-week program uses games and activities focused on developing skills when attempting short and long distance running. Emphasis is placed on breathing techniques, gait analysis, core and strength, injury prevention, and overall running mechanics for speed and endurance.

Youth & Adult Tennis Lessons

Highly skilled instructor brings years of experience and knowledge to participants. Class space is limited, advance registration required.

Session 2 | October 31 – December 16
Session 3 | January 23 – March 3
5 years and older
Lesson time and fee varies – visit cwgdn.com/Parks & Recreation/Athletics
Chapin Station Park, 501 Crown Point Cross Road

HEALTH & WELLNESS CLASSES

Boot Camp with Brad

Systema

This Russian Martial Art focuses on self-defense methods, greater strength and endurance, patience, and working with others. Winter Garden is the only place in Central Florida to practice this art used by Russian Special Forces!

Mondays | 7:00 – 8:30 pm
18 years and older
$15 per class 
$45 City Resident / $55 Nonresident, per 4-week session

RECREATION PROGRAMS

Archery

Creative Movement

This unique program introduces basic dance ballet technique and movement through dance, games, and song. Class focus is on gross motor skills, left/right, body awareness, ballet positions, and beginner ballet technique and language. Advance registration required.

ACTIVE 50+ PROGRAMS

Bunco

Games, Cards & More

The City currently has great career opportunities available for those with EXPERIENCE  and for TRAINEES.  The City offers competitive wages and full-time employees are eligible for a generous benefits, pension, & tuition reimbursement plan. Click here to review all available positions and for additional information on position responsibilities and minimum qualifications.  Several examples of our career opportunities include:

PUBLIC SAFETY:

• 911 Dispatchers (Full-time & As-Needed positions):  Experienced or Trainees  to coordinate incoming calls for service with Police resources, assess/prioritize calls, dispatch Officers, maintain/monitor Officer responses, conduct/enter inquiries, relay information, and help with lifesaving instructions. Full-time new hires are eligible for a $2,000 sign-on bonus!

PARKS:

• Parks Workers (Full-Time): Needed to perform grounds keeping and landscape maintenance of City parks, grounds, and facilities.  Responsibilities include use of equipment to install, care for, and maintain turf, shrubs, trees, ground cover, plant containers, and seasonal plantings. Performs irrigation maintenance as needed. Assists with preparation, set-up and removal of decorations for special events, including holiday events. Performs custodial services at parks and other City owned facilities and buildings. Must have experience with the use of landscape equipment and performing manual labor.

PUBLIC SERVICES:

• Solid Waste Drivers  (Full-time):  Requires Florida CDL Class B to pick up and haul garbage and refuse, experienced in using some/all of the following:  Commercial Front End Loader, Rear End Loader, ASL, Boom Truck, Container Delivery Truck, & Roll off Truck. Scheduling flexibility is essential, as routes may require varying schedules including early morning, weekend, etc.
• Utilities Collection Field Technicians & Distribution Field Technicians (Full-time): Experienced or Trainees to perform physically demanding work (have/obtain a Florida CDL Class B) while using light and/or heavy equipment.  Locates water mains and valves and installs, relocates, replaces, repairs & maintains gravity sewer lines, force mains, manholes, service connections, water mains, fire hydrants, gate valves, etc. related to water and wastewater systems. Must be available and able to answer emergency or service calls after normal working hours. 

• Receptionist (Full-time): The City of Winter Garden is seeking a Receptionist for the information desk to be the “face of the City.”. The receptionist will greet citizens and guests via the phone and in person. The ideal candidate is outgoing, friendly, and approaches all tasks with customer service excellence in mind. The receptionist performs administrative and clerical duties. Previous experience working in an office setting is preferred. Scheduling flexibility is required for evening meetings, as needed.
• Permit Technician (Full-time): The Building Division is seeking a Permit Technician.  The ideal candidate will have experience collecting various forms of payments from customers, enjoys working with the public and providing outstanding customer service, and has computer software and varied administrative and clerical experience.  The Permit Technician will take minutes for board, committee, and other various meetings. Must have scheduling flexibility to attend evening meetings. Previous experience working in a construction office setting, permitting position, or related role preferred. Training will be provided.

Pet Waste:
Scoop It Up To Help Our Waterways

When your dog leaves a “calling card” on the ground, it will find its way into storm drains, ditches, and our waterways. Your pup’s waste affects marine life, seafood; and, yes, even people swimming in those waters. Dog waste contains parasites and leads to bacteria formation. Rain and other water moves pet waste, and its bacteria, from your yard to shared waters. That is why we encourage you to pick up your pet’s waste, whether it is in a public space or your own yard.

For more information call, 407.877.5193.

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