EDIT: We originally stated the show starts at 10 p.m. but it will start at dusk every day and run until 10 p.m. We apologize for the mistake. The City of Orlando will launch a new projection activation at its newest park space, Luminary Green in Creative Village, on Wednesday, May 10, called “Luminary Nights […]
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Local “Luminary” shortlist progresses to City Council
We told you HERE in February that the City of Orlando was looking for nominations of individuals to be posthumously honored as “Luminaries” at the new Luminary Green Park at Creative Village in Parramore, and the selection committee has just assembled its shortlist for the installation. The new 2.3-acre park, which is still under construction, will soon […]
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City of Orlando releases update on Under-i project, along with a new name
The City of Orlando has been relatively quiet on the long-awaited urban park project, previously known as the Under-i, since October 2022, when project manager Martin Hudson shared an update with Bungalower that it would feature the return of 500 parking spaces and a heck of a lot of projections. The project is meant to […]
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Bungalower’s Top Weekend Event Picks for February 9-11
Here is a look at some of the best events taking place this weekend. Remember, you can always visit the complete events calendar by clicking on “EVENTS” on our main menu. If you’d like to have your event added to our calendar, simply send a link to your Eventbrite or Facebook Event page to [email protected]. FRIDAY, […]
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Qreate Coffee opening new location in Creative Village
Qreate Coffee (Facebook | Website) opened its first shop in Mills 50 back in November 2019, making a name for itself with the local Orlando creative community with its great offerings and onsite photo studio. They are now poised to open a new location in Parramore’s Creative Village development this spring. The new Qreate Coffee location is […]
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Downtown Orlando shares monthlong holiday programming schedule
The City of Orlando’s Downtown Development Board is hosting the annual Downtown for the Holidays celebration all through the month of December, featuring a long lineup of free holiday events to enjoy at Lake Eola. Be sure to stop by the amphitheater to enjoy the beautifully illuminated Eola Wonderland Christmas Tree and watch as the […]
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Basketball Wives Orlando premiered this week
A new reality show following the lives of nine women living in Orlando has just premiered on VH1. Basketball Wives Orlando showcases a group of women who are either the girlfriend, wife, or ex-wife of an NBA player and living in the area. In the trailer, you can spot local haunts like the new Orlando […]
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Mayor’s office issues survey asking for feedback on long-delayed Under-i park
The City of Orlando is looking to the community for ideas on what exactly it should be doing with all of that prime land under the newly-raised Interstate 4 overpasses. The land under the interstate had long been used as surface parking for shoppers and diners headed to Church Street and downtown businesses before being […]
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City of Orlando hosting Black History Month activities throughout February
Orlando City Hall has just proclaimed February as Black History Month in the City Beautiful, and the mayor’s office will be hosting a series of events throughout the month that celebrate the contributions of Black Americans. To see the City of Orlando Black History Month proclamation, click HERE. Events this month include: Thursday, February 2, 20235:30 […]
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The Monroe opens new Front Porch outdoor bar area
The Monroe (Facebook | Website) in Parramore has officially opened a new outdoor patio bar, not to be confused with the previous outdoor area they opened in February 2022. The Front Porch is located at the, well, front of the building and over looks the recently opened Luminary Green park. It features its own special bar menu with […]
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Bring to Orlando: Projected crosswalks and bike lanes
Orlando has a pedestrian safety problem, but you already knew that. Florida in general has seen the most pedestrian fatalities of any state in the last decade, and Orlando placed 8th in a 2022 Dangerous by Design report by Smart Growth America – a list that we’d previously ranked 1st in but then seven other […]
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What we heard during the mayor’s State of the City address
Each year, Mayor Dyer gives an address that rounds out past accomplishments and upcoming projects and challenges to take note of as we head into a new year. This year’s State of the City event took place on Wednesday, December 7 at the newly opened Luminary Green in Creative Village, and if you weren’t there, […]
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Find out the State of two cities at these upcoming events
The City of Orlando, in partnership with the Downtown Orlando Partnership, will be hosting its annual State of Downtown address, hosted by Mayor Buddy Dyer, on Wednesday, December 7 from 3:30-6 p.m. at the new Luminary Green in Creative Village. Tickets are on sale HERE for $95 per person, with proceeds benefiting the Downtown Orlando […]
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Ask Bungalower: Is City Hall calling it quits on the Under-i project?
“The multi-acre Under-i project was touted as a way to connect Parramore to downtown Orlando via a membrane of public space, with planners looking to repair decades of segregation policies that were reinforced by the placement of the interstate with good design and placemaking, but it seems as if the City will be abandoning the […]
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Orlando hires new director of Public Works
Mayor Dyer has just appointed a new director of Public Works for the City of Orlando. “With nearly two decades of experience in public works, including serving as our Capital Improvements Division Manager, Corey is well qualified to lead the department. Having managed many city projects in every division of Public Works, I’m confident Corey’s knowledge and expertise […]