This is our latest rundown of the top ten things you need to know this week in Orlando’s downtown “bungalow neighborhoods.”
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TOP TEN HEADLINES
- A new mural by local artists Peterson Guerrier and Chris Jones was unveiled this week at 1 N Orange Avenue.
- Jon Batiste will headline Dr. Phillips Center’s 10th Anniversary Bash this October.
- Instagram-worthy espresso outpost, Beignets and Brew, hosted its soft opening on Saturday. Menu staples include fluffy NOLA-style beignets and a lineup of indulgent drinks, like this biscotti cookie butter latte.
- There’s a new vintage shop quietly taking shape on Corrine Drive, and while the doors aren’t open just yet, consider this your early heads-up.
- A new exhibition from local artist PJ Svejda will open on Monday, June 16, inside the Orange County Administration Center.
- The acclaimed Victorian horror troupe, Phantasmagoria, is conjuring the spirits of Edgar Allan Poe for one haunting night at Maxine’s on Shine.
- Bungalower contributor, Zach Van Dyke, reflects on the nine year anniversary of the Pulse night club shooting.
- College Park Diner launched a new recurring Drag Brunch event with classic brunch plates, live drag performances, and a clear goal: bring people back through the doors.
- Shakira be damned- Post Malone took the stage at Camping World Stadium last week garnering more noise complaints from weary College Park residents.
- The Beacham was standing-room only as Central Florida Public Media hosted its annual Tiny Desk Contest Showcase—its first-ever sellout for the event.
ICYMI – (IN CASE YOU MISSED IT)
- ‘No Kings Day’ protests draw thousands in Central Florida and throughout state – Orlando Sentinel
- Trump proposal threatens key money to Central Florida’s homelessness fight, advocates say – Orlando Sentinel
- New nightlife concept eyes downtown space – Orlando Business Journal
- New LGBTQ+ nightclub Anthem to open in downtown Orlando, filling entertainment gap – Orlando Business Journal
- James Beard-nominated restaurateur brings upscale chophouse to Winter Park’s Hannibal Square – Orlando Business Journal
- LGBTQ nonprofits in Orlando report loss of federal funds under the Trump administration – Orlando Weekly
HOT EVENTS THIS WEEK
- Monday 6/16: Showghouls (Will’s Pub)
- Tuesday 6/17: FIFA Club World Cup: Ulsan HD v. Mamelodi Sundowns FC (Inter&Co Stadium)
- Wednesday 6/17: Scream Queen Podcast Presents: Horror Trivia (Conduit)
- Wednesday 6/18: Nesto’s Jazz Trio (Lil’ Indies)
- Wednesday 6/18: Lake Nona Farmer’s Market (Laureate Park)
- Thursday 6/19: 8th Annual Florida Festival of New Musicals (Winter Park Playhouse)
- Thursday 6/19: Orlando International Film Festival (UCF Downtown)
- Thursday 6/19: 3rd Thursday Gallery Hop (CityArts)
- Thursday 6/19: Juneteenth Celebration (Barnett Park)
- Friday 6/20: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 2 in Concert (Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts)
- Friday 6/20: Broadway Rave (The Beacham)
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