Orlo Vista Chamber of Commerce
Helping our Community Develop a Healthy Standard of Living
General Meeting, 3rd Tuesday
September 15th, 7 PM at the OV Chamber Hall
38 S. Hastings St., Orlo Vista, FL 32835
Welcome to the Land of Opportunity.
What we put into this collectively
we will get out of it multiplied!
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English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Basic English 1
Practice basic English vocabulary and grammar.
Southeast • Tue., Sept. 1–29 • 10:15 a.m.
• Wed., Sept. 2–30 • 2 p.m.
South Trail • Tue., Sept. 1–29 • 4 p.m.
• Sat., Sept. 12, 26 • 11:30 a.m.
• Mon., Sept. 14–28 • 11:30 a.m.
Winter Garden • Tue., Sept. 1, 15, 29 • 4 p.m. A
Windermere • Wed., Sept. 2–30 • 3:30 p.m. A
• Thu., Sept. 10, 24 • 5 p.m. A
Washington Park • Sat., Sept. 5, 12, 26 • 1:15 p.m. A
• Wed., Sept. 9, 23 • 10:30 a.m. A
Hiawassee • Sat., Sept. 12, 26 • 11:30 a.m. A
Virtual • Sat., Sept. 12 • 2:30 p.m. A
• Mon., Sept. 14–28 • 6:45 p.m. A
Chickasaw • Mon., Sept. 14–28 • 5:30 p.m. A
Basic English 2
Continue to practice basic English
vocabulary and grammar.
Southeast • Tue., Sept. 1–29 • 11:15 a.m.
• Wed., Sept. 2–30 • 4 p.m.
Windermere • Wed., Sept. 2–30 • 4:45 p.m. A
• Thu., Sept. 3, 17 • 5 p.m. A
Chickasaw • Thu., Sept. 3–24 • 1 p.m. A
South Trail • Fri., Sept. 4 • 11:30 a.m.
Alafaya • Sat., Sept. 5–26 • 10:30 a.m. A
Winter Garden • Tue., Sept. 8, 22 • 4 p.m. A
Practice Makes Perfect A
Taught by a certified ESOL instructor from
the Adult Literacy League and focuses on
developing various aspects of literacy.
Chickasaw • Tue., Sept. 1–29 • 1 p.m.
English Conversation Hour
Workshop where students can practice
their English speaking and listening skills.
Winter Garden • Tue., Sept. 1–29 • 5:15 p.m. A
Southeast • Wed., Sept. 2–30 • 3 p.m.
Chickasaw • Thu., Sept. 3–24 • 2 p.m. A
Virtual • Thu., Sept. 3–24 • 2 p.m. A
• Fri., Sept. 4–24 • 4:45 p.m. A
South Trail • Tue., Sept. 1–29 • 5:30 p.m.
• Fri., Sept. 4 • 1 p.m.
• Sat., Sept. 12, 26 • 1 p.m.
Windermere • Fri., Sept. 4–25 • 3:30 p.m. A
Alafaya • Sat., Sept. 5–26 • Noon A
Washington Park • Sat., Sept. 5, 26 • 2:30 p.m. A
Hiawassee • Mon., Sept. 14–28 • 5 p.m. A
English Conversation Hour 2
Intended for intermediate and advanced
English language learners. Ages 18 and up.
South Trail • Wed., Sept. 2–30 • 3 p.m.
English Reading Session
Students will try to understand what they
read and learn the meaning of words.
Hiawassee • Wed., Sept. 2–30 • 4:45 p.m.
English Listening Skills
Improve your English listening and
comprehension skills. Ages 18 and up.
Southeast • Sat., Sept. 5, 19 • 11:30 a.m.
• Fri., Sept. 11, 25 • 11:30 a.m.
Introductory English Course A
Designed for students who have very little
English experience. Start from the beginning
with basic vocabulary. Ages 18 and up.
Chickasaw • Sat., Sept. 5, 19 • 1 p.m.
Reading Clearly Beginner
Explores English grammar and vocabulary
for comprehension. Ages 18 and up.
Chickasaw • Fri., Sept. 11 • 1 p.m. A
South Trail • Mon., Sept. 14–28 • 1 p.m.
Virtual • Tue., Sept. 15, 29 • 2:30 p.m. A
Speaking Clearly Beginner
Designed to introduce learners to the basics
of the sounds of English for pronunciation.
Southeast • Sat., Sept. 5, 19 • 10:30 a.m.
• Fri., Sept. 11, 25 • 10:30 a.m.
Speaking Clearly Intermediate
Designed to introduce the rules of spelling and
pronunciation of English words and phrases.
Southeast • Tue., Sept. 1–29 • 2 p.m.
Writing Clearly Beginner
Focus on the parts of speech, the
organization of sentences and
vocabulary building. Ages 18 and up.
South Trail • Wed., Sept. 2–30 • 1:30 p.m.
Southeast • Thu., Sept. 3–24 • 12:15 p.m.
Virtual • Thu., Sept. 3–24 • 4:30 p.m. A
Writing Clearly Intermediate
Focus on grammar for complex ideas,
including sentence structures, paragraph
and essay writing. Ages 18 and up.
Virtual • Tue., Sept. 1–29 • 10:30 a.m. A
Southeast • Thu., Sept. 3–24 • 1:30 p.m.
Hiawassee • Fri., Sept. 4–25 • 4:45 p.m. A
Writing Clearly Advanced A
Practice academic style writing along with
more complex vocabulary. Ages 18 and up.
Virtual • Wed., Sept. 2–30 • 10:30 a.m.
A LOOK AT OUR 50TH ANNIVERSARY ARCHIVES
WE HAD A GREAT 101 ANNIVERSARY THIS YEAR, Friday, JULY 3rd.
Opportunities may seem hard to find in such an environment as this. But seek and you shall find. This is our Centennial New Year +1. And the Nation's 250th! We have gathered some pictures and videos of the History of our Orlo Vista Community. Please enjoy them. We are looking for more Pictures with Variety and Authenticity. And we will be honored to add them to our slide show. Let's be informed and connected by our History. When cleaning out for the spring Share those archives! Bring them to our meetings or send them to ovchamber@att.net.
Join the OVUSN Community Garden Club
This is yet another outlet to get out and communicate with others in the neighborhood.
Rent your own plot and do your own planting. Our Park provides the water.
We plant organically for a healthier way of life. We also have meetings to discuss what can be done and share seeds and our experience.
Start with good composting. Go Here for a good practical composting article.
We have Compost Bins setup to use and hoses for regular watering.
Call Claudia See what you can grow with a little help from our friends.
GENERAL MEETING REMINDER: ORLO VISTA United S.N. & Chamber of Commerce
General Meetings are on every 3rd Tuesday,
August 18th, 2026, 7:00 PM
at the O.V. CHAMBER HALL, (come early at 6pm to SHARE Vacation Pictures)
38 S. HASTINGS ST., 32835.
Feel free to email us any questions & Enjoy the last of Summer.
Become a Member and see what can be accomplished with your Community!
This is a Volunteer Organization Saving on your taxes!
Our Meetings shall be done decently and in order.
All Orlovistians are Welcome! Come and be a part of our many accomplishments.
We invite you to the Orlo Vista Chamber of Commerce, 38 S. Hastings St., every 3rd Tuesday, 7:00 PM. Find out what all the fuss is about the custom Etched Brick Markers for our Flag Pole Esplanade. Purchase one for a dedicated person who has contributed their life to our Organization as well as our Community. Golden Opportunity: Commemorate your loved ones and celebrate what's left of our 101 Anniversary year Celebration. ($100 per standard size etched Brick).
If you don't have a practice Sheet, Download (right click) this to Print and Practice your Lettering.
O.V. C. of C. HALL for RENT
Whether looking for a location for your company's next conference or just the right place for Holidays and for group training meetings designed for breakout sessions, this 2,500 sq. ft. facility is ideal for hosting a professional activity and is equipped with WI-FI as a meeting room for 100 people. The HALL, also, has a kitchen for keeping food warm or cold. (Membership discount for select days.)
For the Community Garden, there are more Garden Plots available at our O.V. Park to apply for at $15/yr. Includes prepared above ground plot. Plant and water as you like. All plants, Organic Flowers and Vegetables preffered. No deep root plants (Trees, etc.)
Community Garden Meeting
at the OV Chamber Hall. Especially for new Members. Questions: Call Claudia at 407-222-1208
Why us?
Our story
Orlo Vista has went through many hard time eras. But we have always pulled together and helped one another when the times got rough. Through our Churches and Social Gatherings we have always kept in communication to find out who needed what. Through various new means and developments we hope to continue to improve our quality of life. Take a little time to reach out to your neighbor.
Have you ever felt like a prisoner in your own environment? Yet, there is so many things you want to do! Do you feel like your inspiration and creativeness are being limited? Where can you go to 'connect the dots'?
Concerned about the apathy and crime in our neighborhood? We have the facility where your voice can be heard. Of course, if one does nothing, what will the outcome be? We and others in Orlo Vista want to know what's on your mind to improve our Neighborhood. Let’s build relationships of trust and compassion. Find others of bright productive minds at the Orlo Vista Chamber of Commerce whom want to Plan and Work together -- Families, Entrepreneurs, and Homeowners with honesty and integrity, to understand each other and solve our neighborhood problems. You are not alone. We need to dispel the fears and myths and make progress one step at a time. Come celebrate the good work we are doing and help us achieve Orlo Vista dreams. Organize with us at the Orlo Vista Chamber of Commerce. Creative People and Grant Writers -- We need you. Help the families and especially the children toward a better future.
Our vision
The purpose of this organization shall be civic service through organized efforts of the community and it's citizens with active constructive projects. It shall further be the purpose of this organization to provide those constituting membership with training in leadership and civic consciousness to better their usefulness as citizens.
Orange County Peoples Assembly
Join your neighbors to shape the priorities that matter most to District 7 communities.
We’re calling on residents across District 7 to come together, share their experiences, and build power from the ground up.
Communities included:
- College Park
- Eatonville
- Rosemonte
- Mercy Drive
- Maitland
- Pine Hills
- Orlo Vista
- Clarcona
- Fairview Shores
WHAT IS THE PEOPLES ASSEMBLY?
The District 7 Peoples Assembly is a recurring, community-driven gathering where residents come together to identify shared concerns, develop collective priorities, and organize for meaningful change in Orange County.
There are going to be two new districts in Orange County, and we want to lead the charge around getting community members organized around the issues that affect them the most — starting in District 7!
Whether you’re worried about affordable housing, transportation, public safety, jobs, or quality of life — this is the space to not just have your voice heard, but organize! Every meeting builds on the last, creating momentum for an agenda that truly represents us.
Keep watch for a date on the 3rd week of each month at https://ocd7peoplesassembly.com/.
WHAT MAKES US SPECIAL
Join the OV Chamber OC and get the information you need. You could be missing out. Find opportunities to support YOU and your Business and your Family. Unless you join you will not know. We have regular meetings to let you know face to face real local NEWS you can USE. Our reality is what is put in front of us.
Next General Meeting:
Third Tuesday, 7 PM.
The Orlo Vista Chamber of Commerce is here to help connect with people and resources in the community to assist one in developing skills and in reaching goals. Break out and visit our Chamber Hall at given times to explore your possibilities by brainstorming with us.
Basic examples to progress:
A. Connect with County officials locally for vital information.
B. Learning how to apply computers and cell phones to your comunication and work.
C. Finding out where to get the services you need.
Orange County Business Info and Forms
Orange County Residents Info and Forms
Orange County Visitors' Information
Orange County 311 Help/info
Ocso calls-for-service
What would you like to do for Our Community?
- Coordinate Events?
- Call Contacts for Events?
- Contribute Resources?
- Cleanup or Fixup (Develop your Skills!)
- Design or Setup signs?
- Newsletters or Websites?
- Neighborhood Watch?
- Be a part of our up-coming activities?
- Orange County Volunteer Participant?
- Be a Resident Member for only 15.00 yearly
Board Members
President: Brian Harris
A long time resident in the community. Sartorial, Terpsichorean, Amateur Astronomer, Artisan, Hula Dancer, and Poi Ball Performer
Safe Neighborhood Member.
Email: harris.facteau@yahoo.com
Vice Pres. Debbie Meli
Well known for her work with the County as well as the neighborhood.
Safe Neighborhood Member.
Email: bestbuni@yahoo.com
2nd Vice Pres. Julius Amos
Long known for his neighborly help and residence in West Side Manor.
Safe Neighborhood Member.
Email: lasterclarence@yahoo.com
Vice Chairman: Levi
Caregiver, Spokesperson for Safe-neighborhood
Secretary: Gerald Eberly
Long time member and Concierge for the Orlo Vista Chamber of Commerce. Also, he is known for his Computer skills and Electrical knowledge along with designing Websites and working in our Community Gardener.
Email: jageok@yahoo.com
Treasurer: Sharon Thomas
Long time member and owner of Oak Crest Mobile Home Park. Safe Neighborhood Member.
Email: oak5455@aol.com
Director: Levi
Out-spoken on many issues
Safe Neighborhood Member
Email:
Director: David Thomas
Property Manager of Oak Crest Mobile Home Park.
Safe Neighborhood Member.
Email: davenat80@aol.com
