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Just Imagine: Children’s Art  Exhibit Opens Today at City Hall

Works of art from the children that participated in the recent SOBO Art Gallery Summer Vacation Art Camps will brighten the walls of City Hall. Under the guidance of Certified Art Educator Lenore Eastham, these budding artists explored various techniques and themes throughout the summer to produce a vibrant collection of work. Stop in City Hall  to celebrate children’s imaginations - a fun, end-of-summer outing.

August 1 – 29 
Art in Public Place Gallery at City Hall
300 W. Plant Street
Monday – Friday, 7:30 am – 5:30 pm | Free

 Last Chance for a Dip in the City Pools 

Pools Close August 16

As summer winds down, the City of Winter Garden public pools will be closing on August 16. Before it's too late, make a splash and have some family fun!

SUMMER 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.

Recreation classes are held at Jessie Brock Community Center, 310 N. Dillard Street.
Click here to register.

All programs are held at Jessie Brock Community Center, 310 N. Dillard Street, unless noted otherwise. 

BOOT CAMP WITH BRAD
Looking for cardio and strength training exercises that utilize both weights as well as body weight? Join this biweekly boot camp to learn how to develop a more physically healthy body and the mental well-being that comes with exercise.

Mondays & Thursdays | 5:30 – 6:20 pm | 16 years & older
$16 City Resident / $18 Nonresident, per class
$55 City Resident / $65 Nonresident, per month (8 classes)

AMAZING ATHLETES SPORTS DISCOVERY - YOUTH
For ages 2 – 4 years old, this four-week mini season is designed to empower kids to discover their inner athlete and love of the sport. Together, we explore baseball with concentrated play & practice, followed by a game. Your Amazing Athlete will have the opportunity to develop skills with practice, apply what they’ve learned with confidence, have fun with gameplay, and discover sports they love! This program is an indoor program but may move outdoors if weather permits. 

Age | 2 - 4 years old
Baseball | August 7 – 28
Thursdays | 6:00 – 6:50 pm 
$64 City Resident / $70 Nonresident

KICKBALL – ADULT LEAGUE 
Gather your friends and come out to play the game we all remember from grade school which has evolved into today's hottest get-together sport for adults. Anyone can play from the less experienced to the diehard. This is a great way to stay in shape, meet new people, and have fun! Come out and KICK IT with our Thursday night co-ed league. 

Registration may close early due to limited availability in each league. Number of league games varies each season.

Fall League
League begins August 14 
Registration | now – August 1
Games | 6:45 pm, 7:45 pm, & 8:45 pm 
$325 per team for season 
Braddock Park, 13460 Lake Butler Boulevard 

USSSA SOFTBALL - ADULT LEAGUE 
Hit a grand slam with our fall adult softball! Leagues are available for all skill levels. Church, Men’s, and Co-ed leagues offered Monday - Thursday. Play, be active, and most importantly have fun! Registration may close early due to limited availability in each league. Number of league games varies each season.

Fall League 
League begins the week of August 11 
Registration | now – August 1 
Games | 6:45 pm, 7:45 pm, & 8:45 pm 
$500 per team for season 
Braddock Park, 13460 Lake Butler Boulevard 
Veterans Memorial Park, 420 S. Park Avenue 

SEWING
Have you always wanted to be able to sew on a button or make your own clothes? Now is the time to learn! Please bring your own fabric and patterns.

Mondays & Tuesdays | 3:00 pm | Free
Little Hall, 31 W. Garden Ave

ACTIVE 50+

AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE 
Insurance reduction and driver refresher course! Up to 10% discount after completion of course depending on your insurance provider. Advance registration required as classes can be cancelled due to low enrollment.

Monday, August 4 & Tuesday, August 5 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm (both days) 
Little Hall, 31 W. Garden Avenue 
$20 AARP Member / $25 Non-AARP Member

ADVENTURES IN CRAFTDOM 
Let your creativity run wild as you create a unique craft item each month. Supplies furnished. You will walk out with a finished product. Registration required as availability is limited. 

Finger Knit Baby Octopus: You will choose your favorite color of chunky yarn to finger knit a cute baby octopus. You will learn the basics of knitting in the round and then add eyes to bring it alive.

Tuesday, August 12 | Second Tuesday of every month | 1:30 – 3:30 pm 
Tanner Hall, 29 W. Garden Avenue 
$15 fee to be paid on day of class 

SHUFFLEBOARD
In this fun outdoor game, the players use cues to push weighted discs, sending them gliding down a narrow court, with the purpose of having them come to rest within a marked scoring area. No registration needed, just show up at the courts located in Trailer City. 

Wednesdays | 10:00 – 11:30 am | $10 per year (paid at court)
21 East Crest Avenue

THE HOOP DEE DOO MUSICAL REVUE – DISNEY’S FORT WILDERNESS RESORT 
Join the Disney Pioneer Hall Players for two hours of rousing dancing, singing, and zany comedy. Get ready to clap, move your feet, sing along, or just have a good time at rustic Pioneer Hall in Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. In between skits and song standards, chow down on all-you-care-to-enjoy fried chicken and smoked BBQ pork ribs, as well as a tossed green salad, cowboy beans, fresh-baked cornbread, macaroni-and-cheese, and creamy coleslaw. And be sure to save room for the grand finale… strawberry shortcake! Unlimited soft drinks, draft beer, wine and sangria are available. Fee includes transportation, entertainment, and meal. 

Thursday, August 14 | 2:30 – 7:15 pm 
$89 City Resident / $93 Nonresident

The City currently has great career opportunities available! The City offers competitive wages and full-time employees are eligible for 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:

 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT:

• Building Inspector / Plans Examiner – II (Full-Time): Performs inspections and plan reviews of buildings and structures, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical installations that require considerable knowledge in the electrical, carpentry, plumbing, building construction, or mechanical field, as well as in-depth knowledge of all applicable codes and ordinances. Requires 5 years of experience, with a minimum of 2 years in construction, building code inspection, or plans review. Requires a State of Florida Residential Inspector, as well as 2 of the following: Standard Inspector or Standard Plans Examiner license in Building, Electrical, Mechanical, or Plumbing.

PARKS:

• Landscaper – Public Services Worker (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:

• Collection Field Technician II – Wastewater Collection System Operator (Full-Time): Minimum of two (2) years of experience with wastewater collection systems to include pipeline cleaning and maintenance, pipeline repair and rehabilitation; and an understanding of inflow, infiltration and basic system inspection and testing.  Must have knowledge and experience with pump installation and repair and lift station equipment and maintenance. Possession of a valid Florida Water & Pollution Control Operations Association Wastewater Collection System Operator C Certificate is preferred. Possession of a valid Florida CDL Driver’s License Class B with air brake and tanker endorsements within 90 days. High school diploma or GED certification preferred. Must be available and willing to answer emergency or service calls after normal working hours.
• Lift Station Operator (Full-Time): Perform responsible skilled labor including the repair, maintenance, adjustment, inspection and have a knowledge of the mechanical and electrical equipment involving lift stations. Performs a variety of maintenance, construction, repair or location tasks involving lift station, force mains etc. Minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a Field Technician I or related experience. Possession of a valid FWPCOA Class “C” Wastewater Collection Certification. Florida CDL Driver License Class “B” with air brakes and tanker endorsements. Based on FMCSA regulations, applicants for employment and existing employees in positions requiring a CDL are subject to pre-employment, post-employment, and ongoing testing for controlled substances and alcohol as a condition of employment. High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred. Must be available and willing to answer emergency or service calls after normal working hours.

PUBLIC SAFETY:

• 911 Dispatcher (Full-Time): Experienced or Trainees - 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. Must have the ability to type proficiently at a minimum speed of thirty (30) words per minute. An online assessment is required.

SIGN-ON BONUS FOR 911 DISPATCHERS! There is a $2,000 sign-on bonus for entry level candidates and up to $5,000 for experienced Dispatchers.

• Community Service Officer: (Full-Time): Develops and maintains positive relationships with neighborhood organizations and residents in an effort to increase community-police cooperation and to promote crime prevention and safety theories and practices that can be implemented in communities to deter criminal activity. Serves in a para-police capacity, assists sworn officers with various duties, respond to traffic accidents and parking violations, and performs other non-emergency calls for assistance. Must have valid Florida driver’s license, reside within 35 driven miles of the police station. This position requires no tobacco usage of any kind within the past year and no drug use within the past three years. Must be available to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, various shifts, and overtime, as needed.