Orange County FL. Branch NAACP

Awakening Awareness
2025-08-30 07:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Washington Shores Presbyterian Church, 3600 Washington Dr., Orlando, FL, 32805, United States
Join us for Fun, Food and Fellowship in this fact sharing forum.
Topics include Local elections, housing, Impacts of the big “ugly” bill and AI.

Orange County Board Redistricting Map Plan Adoption
2025-09-03 14:00 - 17:00 | Orange County Administration Building, 201 S. Rosalind Ave., Orlando, Florida, 32801
This meeting is to present the selected plan for extending Orange County from 6 County districts to 8 districts.
Though the County is committed to following the laws and fundamental principles during its redistricting process, the average citizen is the most informed to the unique character and concerns of their community and how a shift in commission district boundaries may impact them. “Cracking,” “packing,” and “gerrymandering” are all words used in redistricting to describe how map lines can decrease the political voice of particular communities while artificially raising the influence of others. Participation in the redistricting process by average citizens will assist the County in meeting its goal of adopting adjusted boundaries that are fair and equitable for all.
The session will be held in the BCC Chambers of the Orange County Administration building.

NAACP FSC An evening of worship and inspiration.
2025-09-04 15:00 - 16:30 | Bethel Missionary Baptish Church, 654 West Anderson Street, Orlando, 32805, United States
An evening of worship and inspiration.

You’re Invited!
The NAACP Florida State Conference and Orange County Branch invites you to join us for a powerful Worship Service featuring our Guest Speaker, Rev. Nelson B. Rivers III, Vice President, Religious Affairs & External Relations – National Action Network.

Come be uplifted, inspired, and encouraged as we gather in faith and fellowship.
Bethel MB Church, Rev. R. Murray, Pastor
654 W. Anderson Street, Orlando, FL 32805
Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 7:00 PM.
This is a service you won’t want to miss. Bring your family, friends, and church members.

Let’s worship together and celebrate the power of faith in action!

Florida State Conference NAACP Annual Golf Tournament
2025-09-07 04:00 - 11:00 | Shingle Creek Golf Course, 9939 Universal Blvd, Orlando, 32819, United States
The Florida State Conference NAACP will hold its Annual Fund-Raising Golf Tournament at the Shingle Creek Golf Course
Date: September 7th, 2025
Register at: FLNAACP.ORG/GOLF
Contact: naacpgolfchairpowell@gmail.com

Orange County Florida BCC Meeting / Public Hearing
2025-09-16 05:00 - 13:00 | Orange County Administration Building, 201 S. Rosalind Ave., Orlando, Florida, 32801

Mable Butler - Honoring the Life and Legacy Celebration of Life
2025-09-19 14:00 - 16:00 | L. Claudia Allen Senior Center, 1840 Mable Butler Ave., Orlando, FL, 32805, United States
Celebration of Life
Date: Friday, September 19, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: L. Claudia Allen Center
1840 Mable Butler Ave.
Orlando, Florida 32805

Join family, friends, and the community in remembering a trailblazer whose service, leadership, and love left an everlasting impact.

Mable Butler - Memorial Service
2025-09-20 07:00 - 09:00 | Cathedral Church of St. Luke, 130 North Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States

Orlando City Council Meeting
2025-09-22 10:00 - 13:00 | Orlando City Hall, 400 South Orange Ave, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States

Orange County NAACP September General Membership Meeting
2025-09-22 14:30 - 16:00 | Heart of West Lakes Wellness Center, 710 South Tampa Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32805, United States
NAACP ORANGE COUNTY BRANCH
PHONE: 407-292-1596; EMAIL: Ocbnaacp5120@gmail.com
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MONTHLY GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
The NAACP Orange County Florida Branch #5120 will hold its monthly membership meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, September 22th, 710 South Tampa Avenue, Orlando FL. Area, community and civil rights concerns and current Branch business and information will be presented. The NAACP membership meeting is regularly held at various locations throughout Orange County for the convenience and benefit of members in all local areas.
Your voice and presence matter as we continue working together to promote equity, justice, and empowerment within our community.
Let’s stay connected, informed, and engaged in the mission of the NAACP.
We look forward to seeing you there and working together to further our mission.
Thank you for your continued support of the NAACP Orange County Branch!

Fireside Chat: Orlando City Council District 5 Candidates
2025-09-25 14:00 - 15:30 | St. John Baptist Church, 30 Fred L. Maxwell Blvd., Orlando, FL, 32805, United States
🔥 Fireside Chat: Orlando City Council District 5 Candidates 🔥
Join us for an engaging community discussion with the candidates for Orlando City Council, District 5!
📅 Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
📍 Location: St. John Baptist Church – Fred L. Maxwell Building
30 Fred L. Maxwell Blvd, Orlando, FL 32805
Candidates:

Shaniqua “Shan” Rose – Incumbent District 5 Commissioner
Reginald Hill – District 5 Commissioner (2014–2025)
Lawanna Gelzer

Moderator: Attorney Greg Jackson
This is your chance to hear directly from the candidates, ask questions, and be part of the conversation that shapes the future of our community.
✨ Presented by: Advocacy in Action Committee & Delta Xi Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

22nd Annual Caribbean Health Summit
2025-09-27 06:00 - 11:00 | Orange County Multi-cultural Center, 7149 West Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL, 32819, United States
Event
22nd Annual Caribbean Health Summit
Caribbean Health Summit is back for the 22nd year where you can receive Free blood pressure, cholesterol screenings, and more.
Date and Time: Saturday, September 27 · 10am – 3pm EDT
Location: 7149 West Colonial Dr. Orlando, FL 32818
Register Now

https://cmwp.org/event/22nd-annual-caribbean-health-summit/

Orange County Florida BCC Meeting / Public Hearing
2025-09-30 05:00 - 13:00 | Orange County Administration Building, 201 S. Rosalind Ave., Orlando, Florida, 32801
Agenda: e Agenda

Watch Online: Orange TV – YouTube

Orange County School Board Meeting
2025-09-30 12:00 - 14:00

FAITH CATHEDRAL DELIVERANCE CENTER - CANCER AWARENESS DAY
2025-10-05 05:00 - 07:00 | Faith Cathedral Deliverance Center, 4425 N. Powers Dr., Orlando, FL, 32818, United States
FAITH CATHEDRAL DELIVERANCE CENTER
Presents
🎀 CANCER AWARENESS DAY 🎀
400 Women & Men in Pink
📅 Sunday, October 5, 2025 | 9:00 AM
📍 Faith Cathedral Deliverance Center
4425 N. Powers Dr. Orlando, FL 32818
Pastor: Rev. Richard Jones
Guest Speaker: Dr. Harriet Roberson (The Kingdom Connector)
Special Guests:

Ria Clark-Newman – CEO/Founder of TULIPS Bloom
Pamela Burnett – President/Founder of The Beautiful Gate

Chairpersons:

Deaconess Lewanna Harrison-Hayles – Assistant Youth Director
Deacon Winston McAnuff – Men’s Ministry Leader

Hosted By:
Bishop Herro Blair, Presiding Bishop
Dr. Alma Blair, Senior Pastor
✨ Bring a Friend | Wear Shades of Pink ✨
📞 For More Information: (407) 985-1901

Orange County Florida BCC Meeting / Public Hearing
2025-10-14 05:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-28 05:00 - 13:00, 2025-11-18 04:00 - 12:00 | Orange County Administration Building, 201 S. Rosalind Ave., Orlando, Florida, 32801
Meeting Agenda: e Agenda

Watch Online: Orange TV – YouTube

Final Adoption of Redistricting Map - MRAC Public Hearing
2025-10-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Orange County Administration Building, 201 S. Rosalind Ave., Orlando, Florida, 32801
In November 2024, Orange County voters approved expanding commission districts from six to eight. To implement this, the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) began a redistricting process and formed the 2025 Mid-Decennial Redistricting Advisory Committee in January 2025.
The committee spent the past seven months gathering public input and presented its two recommended maps during the afternoon session of the BCC meeting on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. The BCC will hold a Public Hearing during the afternoon session on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 to adopt a final map.
Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Time: 2 p.m. (Redistricting will be the final item on the agenda)

Public comments on redistricting will be heard after the presentation.
Residents can participate by signing up for public comment prior to the Public Hearing.

The Redistricting Committee has finished their new maps – maps 1A and 7B, are moving forward to the Board of County Commissioners for final approval!
What: MRAC Public Hearing – Final Adoption
When: October 14th, 2:00 PM
Email your Mayor and Commissioners to make your voice heard before the final vote!
Mayor@ocfl.net
District1@ocfl.net
District2@ocfl.net
District3@ocfl.net
District4@ocfl.net
District5@ocfl.net
District6@ocfl.net

Orange County School Board Meeting
2025-10-14 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-28 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Ronald Blocker Educational Leadership Center, 445 West Amelia Street, Orlando, Florida, 32801
Meetings

The Ronald Blocker Educational Leadership Center (RBELC) will not open to the public until thirty (30) minutes prior to the starting time of the meeting.
The public shall enter the RBELC from the Amelia Street entrance only and will be required to pass through the metal detectors. OCPS staff will be present to direct the public.
Members of the public who wish to speak during the Open Public Comment Period (for items not on an agenda) or Agenda Public Comment Period (for items on an agenda during a Regular School Board Meeting, Public Hearing, or Rule Development Workshop) shall follow the procedures set forth under the “Who Can Speak” tab below. See Board Policy BEDH – Pilot Program for Public Comment.
Members of School Board Services will be in the lobby to distribute blue Speaker Requests (for the Open Public Comment Period) and yellow Speaker Requests (for the Agenda Public Comment Period). Speaker Requests must be filled out legibly and completely.
Speakers must sign up to speak between 3:15 p.m. and 4:15 p.m. for the Open Public Comment Period and between 4:15 p.m. and 5:15 p.m. for the Agenda Public Comment Period. Speakers who sign up by 3:45 p.m. for the Open Public Comment Period and 4:45 p.m. for the Agenda Public Comment Period, respectively, will be prioritized by the category into which they fall:

Category 1: Parent/legal guardian/student/employee
Category 2: Orange County, Florida resident
Category 3: Non-resident of Orange County, Florida* (if speakers have not specified into which category they fall, the default category will be to non-resident of Orange County, Florida)

Speakers who sign up after 3:45 p.m. for the Open Public Comment Period and 4:45 p.m. for the Agenda Public Comment Period will not be prioritized into categories and will be added in the order received.
There will be no congregating in the lobby. The public can either enter the Board chambers or a designated overflow room, when needed.
Members of the public will not be permitted to stand in the back of the Board chambers or congregate in the Board chambers.
A section in the back of the Board chambers will be reserved for the media.
Members of the public shall not be permitted to use visual, audio, and/or demonstrative aids in the Board chambers, including, but not limited to, PowerPoints, video clips, audio files, signs, posters, banners, flags, or noise makers, unless otherwise permitted by the Board.

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City District 5 Candidate Forum
2025-10-15 14:00 - 15:30 | John H. Jackson Community Center, 1002 Carter Street, Orlando, FL, 32805, United States
WORD ON DA STREETS LIVE
Presents a DISTRICT 5 CANDIDATE DEBATE
Live & In-Person Broadcast
📅 Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location:
John H. Jackson Neighborhood Center
1002 Carter Street, Orlando, FL 32805
🎙️ Confirmed Participants:

Lawanna Gelzer – Candidate
Regina Hill – Commissioner

🎙️ Tentative Participant:

Shan Rose – Interim Commissioner

🎤 Moderators:

Randy Ross – Radio Host & Political Consultant
Sheena D. Rolle – Chief Strategy Officer, Florida Rising

⭐ Free & Open to the Public!
Join us for an engaging and informative evening as District 5 candidates share their vision, priorities, and plans for the future of our community. Be part of the conversation and hear directly from those who seek to serve you.

Maternal Wellness Fair
2025-10-18 07:00 - 11:00 | Callahan Neigborhood Center, 101 North Parramore Ave., Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
🌸 Maternal Wellness Fair – Turning Awareness Into Action! 🌸
Join us for a day dedicated to empowering mothers through stories, self-care tools, expert support, and community connection.
📅 Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
🕚 Time: 11 AM – 3 PM
📍 Location: Callahan Neighborhood Center, 101 N Parramore Ave, Orlando, FL 32801
✨ Wellness Fair Highlights:

Light meditation & breathing techniques
Real-life panels sharing postpartum journeys
Health screenings + vibrant resource booths
Free wellness kits with tools & self-care products

💝 Special Offer: The first 25 mothers to register will receive a $20 grocery gift card at the event!
This event is hosted by Maternal Matters Favored and funded in part by the City of Orlando.
📲 Register today by scanning the QR code!

Sponsors

City of Orlando
Florida Maternal Mental Health Collaborative
Geneva’s Boutique
Postpartum Support International
NAACP of Orange County Florida Branch
Brittani Nicole Beauty
Florida Health

Lake Mann Estates Neighborhood Inc. Monthly Gatherings
2025-10-23 14:30 - 16:00 | Live Church, 1 Cottage Hill Rd., Orlando, 32805, United States
Join Us at Lake Mann Estates Neighborhood Inc. Monthly Gatherings
We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming community gatherings — a perfect opportunity to connect, share ideas, and strengthen our neighborhood ties. Whether you’re a returning member or new to the area, we welcome you to join us and see what we’re all about!
Membership Dues
$60 Annual Dues
(September 1, 2025 – August 31, 2026)
Your membership helps us support neighborhood improvements, host community events, and keep our residents informed and engaged.
Upcoming Gathering
📅 Date: October 23, 2025
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Live Church, 1 Cottage Hill Rd., Orlando, FL 32805
Guest Speaker:
Mark Shamley
Vice-President of Community Impact, Lift Orlando
Topic: OCPS Partnership
Come and hear how our partnership with OCPS is helping to strengthen education and community engagement in our area.
Refreshments will be served.
We can’t wait to see familiar faces and meet new neighbors.
Let’s make this a great year for Lake Mann Estates Neighborhood Inc.!

Orange County NAACP October 2025 General Membership Meeting
2025-10-27 14:30 - 16:00 | The Heart of West Lakes Wellness Center, 710 S. Tampa Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32805, United States
NAACP ORANGE COUNTY BRANCH
COMMUNICATIONS, PRESS, PUBLICITY AND TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE
MEDIA RELEASE
For Immediate Release
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
PHONE: 407-292-1596; EMAIL: Ocbnaacp5120@gmail.com
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NAACP MEMBERSHIP MEETING
The NAACP Orange County Florida Branch #5120 will hold its monthly membership meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, October 27th, 710 South Tampa Avenue, Orlando FL. Area, community and civil rights concerns and current Branch business and information will be presented. The NAACP membership meeting is regularly held at various locations throughout Orange County for the convenience and benefit of members in all local areas.
Your voice and presence matter as we continue working together to promote equity, justice, and empowerment within our community.
Let’s stay connected, informed, and engaged in the mission of the NAACP.
We look forward to seeing you there and working together to further our mission.
Thank you for your continued support of the NAACP Orange County Branch!

Districts 1, 3 & 5 - Election Townhall
2025-10-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Mt. Sinai Seventh Day Adventist Church, 2600 Orange Center Blvd, Orlando, 32805, United States
DISTRICTS 1, 3, & 5 – ELECTION TOWNHALL
LET’S VOTE!
Presented by An Nou Vote
A Nonprofit and Nonpartisan Organization – We Do Not Endorse Any Candidates
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Mt. Sinai Seventh Day Adventist Church
2600 Orange Center Blvd
Orlando, FL 32805
It’s Our Time to Be Heard!
Join us for an informative evening to hear directly from candidates appearing on the November 4th Election Ballot. Learn exactly why they believe they deserve your vote — and what issues matter most in your community.

THIS IS NOT A DEBATE!
All candidates appearing on the November 4th Election Ballot are invited and encouraged to attend.
Get Informed. Get Inspired. Get Involved.
Because when we vote, nou gen pouvwa! (We have power!)
An Nou Vote, paske vwa w gen valè! (Let’s vote, because your voice matters!)
For More Information:
Maggie St. Jean: 407-285-1108 (Creole)
Tari Spear: 407-963-3740 (English)
Event Partners:
• National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
• Greater Haitian American Chamber of Commerce of Orlando
• Florida Voters League Inc.
• National Congress of Black Women, Inc.
• Black Women Chamber of Commerce

Equal Grounds District 5 Empowerment Canvass
2025-11-02 07:00 - 10:00
Join Equal Ground Education Fund, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.®, Delta Xi Lambda Chapter, and the Central Florida Urban League for a Get Out the Vote Day of Action in District 5 Orlando this Sunday, November 2, from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST.
With Election Day less than a week away (Tuesday, November 4), we’re mobilizing to ensure every voter is informed, ready, and empowered to cast their ballot. Volunteers will have the option to canvass door-to-door or phonebank to reach voters across the district.
Here is the link to register: https://www.mobilize.us/equalground/event/864375/
Our outreach will focus on:

Reminding voters that Election Day is Tuesday.
Confirming polling locations.
Sharing key voting information.
Answering questions or concerns about the voting process.

This is a nonpartisan effort open to all who want to strengthen civic participation in our community. Training will begin promptly at 12:00 PM, so please arrive on time.
Let’s make sure every voice in District 5 is heard this election.

31st Annual Senior Citizens Fellowship Luncheon
2025-11-06 06:30 - 08:30 | James R. Smith Neighborhood Center, 1723 Bruton Blvd, Orlando, 32805, United States
The Petals of Hope Foundation, Inc., in conjunction with the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Delta Omicron Omega Chapter (Orlando).
This year, the foundation is celebrating the spirit of thanksgiving by recognizing the outstanding the outstanding contributions of senior citizens throughout Orange County. These honorees are members of local churches and civic organizations who have demonstrated continued involvement and leadership withing the community.
It’s a free Thanksgiving Luncheon for local Senior Citizens.

Orlando City Council Meeting
2025-11-10 09:00 - 12:00
City Council Meeting
The next meeting of the Orlando City Council will be held at 2 p.m. on the listed date. Typically, Agenda Review will occur at 1 p.m. prior to the City Council meeting unless there is a scheduled Workshop. If there is a Workshop, Agenda Review will immediately follow. Please review orlando.gov/events to confirm.
Agenda Review will not be live streamed. If you wish to view the meeting, please appear in person or virtually via Zoom.

Watch the meeting live

City Website at orlando.gov/watchonline
City YouTube page
Orange TV channel 488 (subject to interruption)
After 4 p.m., the City Council meeting can be watched on the following channels:
– Vision TV Channel 492 on Spectrum (formerly Bright House)
– Channel 98 on Comcast
– 1082 on CenturyLink Prism TV
– 10.3 Digital Over the Air
– Orange County Government’s arts, information and education network.

Public Comment
Members of the public wishing to be heard on a matter before Council must submit a written request to speak to the City Clerk’s Office.
To provide public comment, determine the type of appearance you wish to make:

Consent Agenda Item: Council meets in session prior to the Council meeting to discuss the upcoming agenda. The Agenda Review meeting is the only designated time for public input on Consent Agenda items. During the Agenda Review meeting, you may speak once and address all your remarks regarding Items A-K and Items 4-6 (CRA/NID/OPEB). Live or Written comments in advance, may be provided. Requests to speak must be submitted by 9 a.m. on the day of the meeting.
Public Hearings: Your comment must relate to a public hearing as noted on the agenda and may be addressed at the Council meeting during discussion of that specific agenda item. Live, or Written comments in advance, may be provided.
General Appearance: Items that are unrelated to a specific agenda item but are matters pertinent to the City may be addressed at General Appearances. Only live in-person comments may be provided. Requests to speak must be submitted by 9 a.m. on the day of the meeting. Note: General appearances are limited to 3 minutes each, although if there are a large number of requests to speak, Council may reduce the time allocated for each speaker.

Submit a written request to speak by selecting one of the following options:

Complete an online comment form on orlando.gov/councilcomment
Email to cityclerk@orlando.gov
Mail to City Clerk, Public Comment 400 South Orange Avenue Orlando, FL 32801, or
Drop off to the City Clerk’s Office on the 2nd floor of City Hall

Live public comment
Council is pleased to hear all non-repetitive comments on Consent Agenda Items or Public Hearings. When you are recognized, state your name and address (business or residential street name are acceptable), direct all your remarks to Council and limit your comments to a total of 3 minutes per item or as set by Council. Large groups are requested to name a spokesperson. Pursuant to Robert’s Rules of Order, if a speaker yields the floor before their time expires, the remaining time is waived.
Attend the meeting in person
The Council meeting will be conducted in Council Chambers. Visitors must follow all posted instructions while in a city facility.
Join the meeting virtually

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Orange County NAACP November 2025 General Membership Meeting
2025-11-24 13:30 - 15:00 | The Heart of West Lakes Wellness Center, 710 S. Tampa Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32805, United States
NAACP ORANGE COUNTY BRANCH
COMMUNICATIONS, PRESS, PUBLICITY AND TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE
MEDIA RELEASE
For Immediate Release
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
PHONE: 407-292-1596; EMAIL: Ocbnaacp5120@gmail.com
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NAACP MEMBERSHIP MEETING
The NAACP Orange County Florida Branch #5120 will hold its monthly membership meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, November 24th, 710 South Tampa Avenue, Orlando FL. Area, community and civil rights concerns and current Branch business and information will be presented. The NAACP membership meeting is regularly held at various locations throughout Orange County for the convenience and benefit of members in all local areas.
Your voice and presence matter as we continue working together to promote equity, justice, and empowerment within our community.
Let’s stay connected, informed, and engaged in the mission of the NAACP.
We look forward to seeing you there and working together to further our mission.
Thank you for your continued support of the NAACP Orange County Branch!
