Gatsby on Church (Facebook) is a new Roaring ’20s-themed club that is opening on Church Street this month, with a big to-do planned for later in the month. The new venue promises an ongoing immersive experience with live music and entertainment themed after The Great Gatsby and the decade in which it was set. An […]
Posted inNews, Sports
Wilf family completes purchase of Orlando City Soccer Club
“We are humbled to become stewards of Orlando City SC and the Orlando Pride, clubs with strong and established foundations on the pitch, with renowned supporters and a passionate fan base, and in a community we are extremely proud to represent,” – CHAIRMAN MARK WILF The Wilf family has finalized the purchase of the Orlando […]
Posted inEvents, Featured, Food & Drink, Orlando
Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining returns on August 27
Visit Orlando’s annual celebration of Central Florida restaurants, Magical Dining, is set to return on August 27 through October 3 this year. The event features three-course prix-fixe meals for $37 per person at more than 80 participating restaurants. Menus are available for almost all of the businesses by clicking HERE in case you want to […]
Posted inArt and Culture, Civics and Participation, Orlando, People
Local writer inspired by neighbors’ posts on Nextdoor app
Local writer and publisher for Orlando’s own Burrow Press (Facebook | Website), Ryan Rivas, was so inspired by his neighbors’ behavior on the Nextdoor website that he launched an amazing new series he calls Nextdoor in Colonialtown. If you’re not sure what Nextdoor is, click HERE to read a fun roundup called “8 Truths about […]
Posted inCool Job Alert, History, Our Take
Cool Job Alert: Museum Curator – Exhibitions, Orange County Regional History Center
The award-winning Orange County Regional History Center is looking for a super-cool cat to hire as the new Museum Curator of Exhibitions. The position is responsible for assisting with the concept development, writing, design, and installation/de-installation of all exhibitions at the History Center, under the general supervision of the Chief Curator. The salary is $24.03/hour […]
Posted inOrlando, Parks, Pets
Lake Eola has invasive lizards
While attending the recent swan release at Lake Eola (read more about that HERE) we happened to spot some large-ish lizards hanging out by the Chinese pagoda and went in for a closer look. The critters turned out to be Agama Lizards, or “rainbow lizards,” which are an invasive species of small-to-moderately-sized lizards that grow […]
Posted inEvents, Fashion, Retail, Winter Park
Hellcats celebrating five-year anniversary
Hellcats USA (Facebook | Website) is celebrating its five-year anniversary on Saturday, July 24, at the Winter Park shop. The celebration will include a new product line launch, a pop-up by Secret Society Goods (Website) and Palm and Oak (Instagram), tasty treats from Hanalei Shave Ice (Facebook), and special treats for sale by next-door neighbor […]
Posted inArt and Culture, Downtown, Events, People
Downtown Library hosting art exhibit of graffiti pioneer, Nic 707
The Orange County Library System is hosting an art exhibition through August 30, 2021, featuring the work of New York graffiti artist Fernando Miteff. Miteff, also known as Nic 707 (Website), is credited for contributing to the emergence of graffiti culture in New York in the 1970s. Miteff is also known for a series of […]
Posted inArt and Culture, News, Orlando, People
Jennifer Lopez and Lin-Manuel Miranda re-release Pulse charity single
Jennifer Lopez and Lin-Manuel Miranda released a charity tribute single in July 2016 in recognition of the Pulse nightclub victims and are now poised to re-release the single in support of the onePULSE Foundation. The duo will re-release “Love Make the World Go Round” and donate the royalties from the sales of the track along […]
Posted inAudubon Park, Events, Featured, Food & Drink, People
Popular pop-up series Bangrak Thai Street Kitchen is back this weekend
Bangrak Thai Street Kitchen (Facebook) is back for a one-night pop-up. The popular Thai food pop-up series took a hiatus in October 2019 when co-founder Dylan Eitharong announced that he would be moving to Thailand to be with his family. The series was so popular, Bungalower highlighted one of their most popular dishes, the Tom […]
Posted inArt and Culture, Events, History, Ivanhoe Village
Orlando Science Center exhibiting fossilized crap
The Orlando Science Center (Website) is sharing a new display that’s all about coprolites or fossilized poop. The “Poozeum” is showcasing some of the largest coprolites ever found by man, and they’re in all shapes and sizes. The ancient turds provide direct links to what Thunder Lizards and other prehistoric animals used to eat, and […]
Posted inOrlando, Technology
Black Orlando Tech hosting new startup program
Black Orlando Tech (Website) is hosting another tech startup coaching program that kicked off this month. The eight-week Tech Cohort program is an applied training program that offers an intro to advanced-level skills in topics like digital marketing, IT project management, cybersecurity, and more. The program hosts virtual sessions from 10 a.m.-noon every Saturday and […]
Posted inHourglass, House of the Day, Photos, Real Estate
House of the Day: Adorable home south of downtown asking $289,900
This two-bedroom, one-bathroom home is located at 1211 Warwick Place [GMap] in the Hourglass District. The 972 SF home is a great starter home for someone looking to live in the heart of a happening district and is just a few blocks away from popular businesses like Leguminati, Hourglass Brewing, and Claddagh Cottage The home […]
Posted inFeatured, Lists, MAP, Orlando, Quality of Life
MAP: Orlando-area hotels, springs, and public pools to chill at this summer
Orlando gets hot in the summer. That’s not breaking news, it’s just a fact. But you don’t have to haul your butt out to the coast every time you want to cool off, because we have some local-ish options available for you right here in Central Florida. Check out our latest map for some swimming […]
Posted inOrlando, Transportation
Scooter company attempts to make it more difficult to ride while drunk
Micro-mobility company, Bird (Website), is trying something new to try to get riders to think twice before riding while intoxicated. The company has launched what it calls a “Safe Start” initiative that will discourage people from riding its scooters while under the influence. App users will be prompted to spell the word “SAFE” on a […]