AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Groups & gatherings Many of the Baldwin Park groups have postponed meetings because of the COVID-19 precautions. However, some groups are meeting on Zoom, or connecting via email or Facebook. Please take a look at what interests you, and reach out to a group leader to connect make an introduction. new to the area are encouraged to jump in and enjoy incredible food and conversation. Contact Shannon at sfaith14@gmail. com. GARDENERS GROWING TOGETHER This group will start hosting socially distanced meetings for exchanging ideas. Email alysonescribano@gmail.com for details. BALDWIN PARK ART Baldwin Park’s art club is a mixture of art classes, studio tours and gallery openings for art lovers. It’s open to everyone. Contact Pat at plremingt@ gmail.com. BALDWIN PARK KIDS CLUB Activities for children ages infant to 5 years old. Parents and kids enjoy a variety of casual get-togethers, including story time, play dates, park picnics, mom’s night out and more. Contact bpkidsclub1@gmail. com. Many programs for kids are now on Zoom. ETHNIC FOOD ENTHUSIASTS Note: This group is not meeting currently but plans to resume soon. Explore exceptional epicurean dishes every month. Experience a chef talk or food flights and bites at local restaurants. Singles and residents
BALDWIN PARK LGBTQ+ The purpose of the Baldwin Park LGBTQ+ group is to provide social activities for Baldwin Park residents that identify as LGBTQ+, family members and allies of the community. For more information, contact Byron P. Lee at byron@ biobitworks.com or call (470) 898-9315. NIFTY FIFTIES PLUS Socials for active couples and singles, age 50 and up, meet several times a month for a variety of social activities including ladies coffee, happy hour, luncheons, parties and more. Reach out to niftyfiftiesplus@ gmail.com. PAGE TURNERS BOOK CLUB This club meets on the second Monday of each month to discuss a variety of books.
FITNESS AND FUN n BLUE MOON YOGA — Classes for Baldwin Park residents are held Friday and Saturday mornings. Funday Friday Morning Indoor Yoga is at 9 a.m. Fridays inside Enders Gathering Room, 947 Fern Ave. Saturday offers two outdoor classes: Go with the Flow at 9 a.m. and Outdoor Power Yoga at 10 a.m. at Corrine Commons, in front of Grace Hopper Hall. For more, contact Becca at (407) 276-3478 or becca@bluemoon. yoga or visit bluemoon.yoga. n CHAMPIONSHIP MARTIAL ARTS — In-person classes are back in action with various safety precautions. Visit championshipmartialarts.com/baldwin-park to learn more. n F45 TRAINING — Enjoy a functional, full-body workout while improving energy levels, metabolic rate, strength and endurance. Visit f45training. com/baldwinparkfl. n 9ROUND FITNESS — Enjoy a 30-minute total body workout in a kickboxing-themed fitness program. For information, visit facebook.com/9round1816JakeStreetOrlandoFL. n NOVEMBER PROJECT — This group is offering free weekly workouts. Visit november-project.com for more information.
n PICK-UP BASKETBALL — Basketball enthusiasts will meet at Blue Jacket Park courts for five-on-five play as soon as the city basketball courts reopen! Contact Rick at rickschreiber2@gmail.com. n RAY OF LIGHT YOGA — Yoga instructor Lisa Schreiber hosts various yoga classes. You can also enjoy monthly outdoor Mommy and Me Yoga, best for little yogis ages 2 to 5 and their adult. Practice relaxation techniques and yoga poses, and get mindful with crafts and other activities for family fun. Reach Schreiber at lisafineman@ yahoo.com. n ROCK HARD FITNESS — Various fitness classes are available, along with personal training and boot camps. Visit rockhardfitnessorlando.com for more information. n ZOOM BALLET AND PILATES — Baldwin Park resident and PMA-certified instructor Adriana Duarte Pontual offers Zoom pilates classes from 11 a.m. to noon Wednesdays and 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Saturdays, along with ballet barre from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Saturdays. Classes are $10. Those interested in taking these classes can fill out a form at adrianaduartepontual.com.br/virtual-classes.
REAL DEAL NONFICTION BOOK CLUB This group reads and discusses biographies, memoirs, business books and contemporary nonfiction. Contact Kathy at klhgibbons@gmail.com.
WIN! WOMEN INNOVATORS NETWORK This group is for Baldwin Park women who own or manage a business. Reservations can be made by contacting Bekah at beautifiedbybekah@gmail.com.
TACTICAL BREWING RUNNING CLUB If you love beer and running, this group is for you. Meet at 6 p.m. Thursdays at Tactical Brewing Company’s tasting room. Then, head out on a run around Lake Baldwin with fellow runners. For more, visit bit.ly/2H6OX7q.
WRITERS’ BLOCK WRITING GROUP This group discusses many topics to help writers. Come with a desire to meet other writers and learn to hone your writing skills. Contact Rich at powerofselfentertainment@gmail.com.
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