Good morning, Kissimmee.

Se7en Bites owner Trina Gregory will host Parking Spaces for Pride — A Rainbow Connection on Sept.

15 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., where local artists will transform 49 parking spaces into vibrant art installations that celebrate community Pride and are not meant as a Pulse memorial. The free, day-long event will feature food trucks, DJs, and vendors.

Kaye Whaley — a longtime educator and rodeo tradition bearer — will serve as Big Boss for the Silver Spurs Club as it leads the Boots, Bulls & Barrels Rodeo on Oct.

4 at Silver Spurs Arena; the event will feature barrel racing, saddle bronc riding, and bull riding to support local scholarships.

Teachers and advocates in Osceola County are concerned that special education policy changes have led to teachers and support staff leaving as ESE classrooms are consolidated into hub schools and some special needs students are moved to general classes—while district officials defend the changes as necessary for meeting state standards.

During Florida Preparedness Month this September, the Florida Division of Emergency Management urges residents and visitors to build emergency supply kits, secure important documents, and prepare for hurricanes, flooding, wildfires, and severe storms.

Officials say these steps can protect lives and property as severe weather becomes more likely this hurricane season—ensuring safety for everyone.

FSTEC Conference

1 PM – 5 PM — Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center — Registration required — Explore the latest innovations in foodservice technology and network with industry leaders.

CIVCO Conference - AVA Association for Vascular Access

September 17-23 — Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center — Check website for costs — A premier gathering for vascular access professionals featuring educational sessions and hands-on training.

Repticon Kissimmee Show 2025

9 AM - 5 PM — Osceola Heritage Park — Admission details not specified — Explore a popular showcase of reptiles, exotic pets, and supplies.

Huntsville City FC at Orlando City B

7:00–8:30 p.m. — Osceola Heritage Park — Support local soccer — Come support Orlando City B in the 2025 MLS NEXT Pro Season.

Blippi: Join the Band Tour

2-3:30 p.m. — Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the joy of music with Blippi and friends in a family-friendly show.

MSCI Florida Chapter 2025 Networking Dinner

6-9 p.m. — Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center — Registration required — Network with professionals in a beautiful resort setting while enjoying an evening in Kissimmee.

25th Annual Shirley Rogers’ Memorial Scholarship Golf Tournament

7 a.m. — Celebration Golf Club — $275 entry fee — Participate in a golf tournament supporting scholarship awards with breakfast, lunch, and raffles.

Gatorland’s Gators, Ghosts and Goblins Halloween Event

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Gatorland — Included with admission — Enjoy a fun-filled family Halloween event with interactive experiences and character meet-and-greets.