This is our latest rundown of the top ten things you need to know this week, in Orlando’s downtown “bungalow neighborhoods.”
Click HERE to listen to Episode 378 of “Bungalower and The Bus” on Real Radio 104.1 FM, which was recorded at Domu in the East End Market, to hear about some new projects they have in the works and to enjoy some amazing Korean Fried Chicken wings. And don’t forget to pick up our latest issue of our monthly Bungalower newspaper.
TOP TEN HEADLINES
- The Community Redevelopment Agency is looking to provide incentives to move the headquarters of Travel + Leisure downtown through its High Wage/High-Value Job Creation Program. The program offers up to $4,000 per job that would be relocated to the downtown core.
- The City of Orlando is looking to increase stormwater fees over the next four years. They could increase by at least 50% for smaller properties and 130% for larger ones.
- Downtown Arts District is shutting down Magnolia Avenue this Thursday for the biggest and best 3rd Thursday event ever. They’ll have live music, vendors, and more, all stretching down to Heritage Square at the History Center.
- The folks at Orlando Weekly put out a roundup of 25 Restaurants Everyone Should Try Before Calling Themselves a Local, which is a fun prompt, but their picks weren’t the best. So, here are our picks for the Top 25.
- East End Market is hosting an Asian vendor takeover this weekend and you’re not gonna want to miss out. But leave some dumplings for us, y’all.
- Two amazing Orlandoans fostered a swan baby for the City, when it was rejected by its mama. Fast-forward to that aforementioned swan baby needing to stay with them forever and the magical Instagram account that ensued.
- Our hit medical marijuana-infused yoga series, YogaHigh, only has three more dates before summer break. So grab your medical marijuana card and join us at The Acre for a relaxing evening of stretching and chill vibes.
- “Osceola plans ‘iconic’ art by Jefrë to honor Pulse victims.” – Central Florida Public Media
- “Heat is high, but runners still hit downtown Orlando streets for fundraiser.” – Orlando Sentinel
- “Regina Hills makes surprise appearance at event with candidates running to replace her.” – WFTV
ICYMI – (IN CASE YOU MISSED IT)
- “AdventHealth engages JEFRË for new installation facing I-4.” – Bungalower
- “Cholo Dogs returns to Baldwin Park with annual belly flop contest.” – Bungalower
- “Council of 101 donates over $500,000 to Orlando Museum of Art.” – Bungalower
- “Orange County Government considering film incentive program.” – Bungalower
- “Schmankerl Stub’n opening downtown on May 16.” – Bungalower
- “Floridians urged to get hurricane kits ready ahead of supercharged season.” – Central Florida Public Media
- “Why the Florida Wildlife Corridor couldn’t save Split Oak Forest.” – Central Florida Public Media
- “Ace Café could return to Central Florida at new location after closing Orlando spot in 2023.” – FOX 35
- “Alligator holds up traffic at busy Orlando intersection: ‘Only in Florida.'” – FOX 35
- “Crews trying to fix ‘sand volcano’ impacting Central Florida reservoir.” – FOX 35
- “FHP: I-4 lanes blocked by pro-Palestine protesters near Disney World.” – FOX 35
- “For speaking to the powerful on behalf of the powerless, Eric Gray is our Central Floridian of the Year.” – Orlando Sentinel
- “Former Judge Belvin Perry to retire: ‘It’s time for me to enjoy life.’” – Spectrum News 13
- “4 Bernedoodle puppies left in hot car while owner dined at Disney.” – WFLA
- “Family suing Duke Energy after fisherman electrocuted on Orlando pond.” – WESH 2

- “House of the Day: 4/2 Orwin Manor home asking $915,000.”
- “For Rent: Remodeled 2/2 condo in the Wellesley asking $3,500/month.”
- “House of the Day: 3/2 Rock Lake home asking $349,900.”

- “The transformation of Deland: Part Two.” – The Apopka Voice
- “Barry Sternlicht says Miami is hamstrung by impossible school access.” – CityLab
- “College protests and riot-proof Brutalist architecture, explained.” – CityLab
- “Extraordinary vision for urban church site.” – CNU
- “Kissimmee may pay homeowners to renovate garages for the homeless.” – Orlando Sentinel
- “Skateboarding’s Latest Trick: Reviving Cities.” – Reasons to be Cheerful
HOT EVENTS THIS WEEK
- Monday 5/13: “Hundreds of Beavers” at Enzian Theater (Maitland)
- Tuesday 5/14: Bubbles and Blooms – Create a Succulent Arrangement (Ivanhoe Village)
- Tuesday 5/14: “Peter Pan” (Downtown)
- Wednesday 5/15: 2024 Orlando International Film Festival (Parramore)
- Wednesday 5/15: Orlando City SC vs. Inter Miami CF (Parramore)
- Thursday 5/16: 3rd Thursday Magnolia Avenue Street Party (Downtown)
- Thursday 5/16: Curator Conversations – Orlando’s World Cup (Downtown)
- Thursday 5/16: The Heart of SoDo with Hannah Stokes (SoDo)
- Thursday 5/16: “On The Job” Premiere Party (Winter Park)
- Friday 5/17: Bad Bunny – Most Wanted Tour (Parramore)
- Friday 5/17: East Meets West Night at East End Market (Audubon Park)
- Friday 5/17: Kathy Griffin at The Plaza Live (Milk District)
- Friday 5/17: Orlando Parking Lot Party at Lake Eola (Downtown)