Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of November.
Good morning, Kissimmee.
Veteran groups and patriotic organizations in Kissimmee and St. Cloud are preparing for the Wreaths for America event; graves at Rose Hill and Mount Peace cemeteries will be flagged on Dec.
6 to help mark veterans lacking proper identification. Ceremonies will be held on Dec. 13 at 10 a.m. and noon, and local donations support each handcrafted wreath — costing $17 apiece.
Pantry Planters brought back school food pantries to help students get extra food now that SNAP is active after a federal shutdown ended over a week ago—director Tammi Madison said 10 pantries have opened at school district sites with plans to add one at every school, and community donations are growing to support families during the holidays.
KUA will host its Movie in the Park on December 5 at Kissimmee Lakefront Park where families will watch Home Alone 2: Lost in New York; attendees are invited to enjoy free popcorn and holiday activities (inflatables, children’s crafts, and a photo booth with Santa) and bring a canned food item or small cash donation to access a snow slide that benefits a local nonprofit.
At Osceola HCA Florida Hospital in Kissimmee, baby Rosaley was born in the NICU a few days before Thanksgiving at 30 weeks and weighed 3 lb 5 oz — making her one of the hospital's tiniest patients.
At Walt Disney World Swan hotel, a new dish called Mina's truffle treat debuted as chef Johnathan Hall demonstrated how to make homemade pasta tossed in brown butter and truffle oil at the Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic—highlighting chef Michael Mina's signature style for visitors.
Authentic Japanese Sushi Class
7-9 p.m. — The Roque Pub — $65.86 — Explore the art of sushi making with Chef Mark in this hands-on cooking class.
European Christmas Market - Christkindlesmarkt
12-6 p.m. — Krush Brau Park Portal Immersion Center — Free entry — Experience the festive magic of a European Christmas Market with food, drinks, and crafts.
CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Training
3 PM – 3 PM — Training Facility — Cost info not provided — Enhance your cybersecurity skills with instructor-led CySA+ training in Kissimmee.
Santa at the Train Depot
4-7 p.m. — Pioneer Village at Shingle Creek — $5.00 — Celebrate the season with Santa, food vendors, crafts, and Christmas carolers.
2025 Winter Festival - FTC Kissimmee
10 AM - 12 PM — NUC University — Free entry — Celebrate the holidays with crafts, free ice cream, and a photo with Santa.
Holiday Party: Osceola Magic vs. Memphis Hustle
7-8:30 p.m. — Osceola Heritage Park — From $22.95 — Enjoy the excitement of a basketball showdown this holiday season.
Kissimmee Senior Christmas Brunch
10 AM – 1 PM — Oak Street Park Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate the season with a festive brunch and activities for seniors aged 55 and above.
2025 Knockout Christmas Classic - 2-Day Pass
7-8:30 p.m. — Osceola Heritage Park — Children under 6 free — Witness the fiercest high school wrestling tournament in the Southeast with teams from across the nation.
SR Family - Ni Santos Ni Perfectos
6-11 p.m. — Holiday Inn Resort Kissimmee by the Parks — Ticket prices vary — Experience a lively comedy event with the SR Family.
Holiday Festiball
2:00 p.m. — State Farm Field House — Price varies — Enjoy an exciting college basketball matchup between UCF Knights and FAU Owls for the festive season.
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