The Orlando Science Center will open its doors on Wednesday, Oct. 21 for the City Beeautiful Spelling Bee, a fundraiser aimed at supporting the Adult Literacy League’s mission to help adults gain essential reading and writing skills.
Event details and purpose
Organizers describe the evening as a blend of friendly competition, community storytelling and a silent auction. Participants will compete in a digital spelling bee, with each word projected on large screens throughout the venue so spectators can follow the action. Tokens can be purchased by audience members to give teams a modest advantage during the contest.
Proceeds from ticket sales and the auction will go directly to the Adult Literacy League, a nonprofit that provides tutoring and classroom instruction to roughly 1,500 adults each year. By improving literacy, the league helps individuals achieve greater independence, better employment prospects and stronger family connections.
Silent auction highlights
The auction features a variety of locally appealing items, including tickets to Central Florida theme parks, Orlando Magic memorabilia, a resort stay, restaurant gift cards and a signed note from the beloved Mister Rogers. These offerings reflect the community’s commitment to supporting adult education while providing fun incentives for donors.
Voices from the league
Gina Solomon, executive director of the Adult Literacy League, told WESH 2 that the event “celebrates the power of words and the impact they have on families and neighborhoods.” Claudia Cardozo, the league’s office manager, added that the fundraiser “offers a chance for our supporters to see the faces behind the program and understand how their contributions change lives.”
Both women emphasized that adult literacy is more than a skill; it is a pathway to self‑reliance and stronger families, aligning with the values of faith, tradition and individual liberty that many Orlando residents hold dear.
How to attend
Tickets are available through the Adult Literacy League’s website. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early to explore the Science Center’s exhibits before the spelling competition begins.
The City Beeautiful Spelling Bee represents a community‑focused effort to address a critical need in Central Florida. By bringing together families, volunteers and local businesses, the event underscores the belief that a literate population strengthens neighborhoods and upholds the principles of personal responsibility and freedom.
Original reporting: WESH Orlando — read the source article.
