Say what you want about the pandemic, but it really hit downtowns hard. Before the pandemic, our urban centers, and business districts accounted for a third of where American corporations operated but fast forward to a year later, and almost all work was being done from home. Probably without pants. While art institutions, festivals, and […]
Posted inCivics and Participation, Garden, MAP, Orlando, Quality of Life
New map analyzes relationship between trees and socioeconomic status
National nonprofit conservation organization American Forests (Website) was founded in 1875 with a mission to create healthy forests from coast to coast. The organization has just released a new Tree Equity Score map that analyzes tree canopies and access to trees in 486 municipalities across the country that have at least 50,000 people. The Tree […]
Posted inFeatured, Food & Drink, MAP, Orlando
MAP: Orlando-area coffee shops
A lot of us are heading back into the office this summer and need a little bit of an extra “oomph” to get us off of our butts and back into the boardroom looking business-ready. Coffee can help with that (but so can a balanced diet and getting the right amount of sleep). So, we […]
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Four Orlando Pride players headed to Tokyo for 2020 Olympic Games
International call-ups for the 2020 Summer Olympics have summoned four Orlando Pride players to represent America in Tokyo this year. Alex Morgan will play for the United States in her third Olympic Games and Marta will play for Brazil for her fifth time, while defender Ali Riley will rep New Zealand for the fourth time. […]
Posted inComing and Going, Food & Drink, Mills 50
Beloved Korean restaurant reopens following devastating fire
Shin Jung (Facebook | Website) was heavily damaged by a massive fire caused by a freak lightning strike that took roughly 40 firefighters to get under control. At the time of the fire, the general manager, Michael Lee, told Bungalower that it wasn’t likely that the restaurant would reopen, as their insurance company wasn’t likely […]
Posted inNews, Orlando, Technology
Orlando Business Journal launches new sister platform for innovation/tech news
The Orlando Business Journal has launched a new media site called “Orlando Inno” where it will be covering headlines that focus on local startups, technology, and innovation. The new site lists Crummer Graduate School of Business at Rollins College, Soliman Productions, Inc., Lowndes, Orlando Tech Council, and The Corridor as founding partners for the endeavor. […]
Posted inOut Of Bounds, Schools, Sports
Tampa Bay Lighting to host 8-week girl camp
The Tampa Bay Lightning are hosting a training camp geared towards young girls aged 5-10 in the hopes of growing the sport in Central Florida. The camp will be held at the RDV Sportsplex Ice Den in Maitland starting on July 11 and will run through August 29. The camp is intended for children who […]
Posted inArt and Culture, Orlando, People
Local queen Ginger Minj releases new album, “Gummy Bear”
Orlando-based performer/drag queen RuPaul’s Drag Race All-Stars Ginger Minj just released a new album just in time for her debut on the most recent All-Stars season which debuted last week, where she performed the song ahead of its public release. The album features performances by fellow Orlando local Gidget Galore as well as drag royalty […]
Posted inHouse of the Day, Real Estate, Rock Lake
House of the Day: 3/2 Rock Lake home asking $289,900
This three-bedroom, two-bathroom home is located at 615 Ramona Lane [GMap] in the Rock Lake neighborhood, just west of downtown Orlando and College Park. This 1,513 SF home features a number of updates including new engineered wood floors throughout, a reconceptualized kitchen with granite counters and a breakfast bar, and a separate flex room. The […]
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TOP TEN THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK
This is our latest rundown of the top ten things you need to know this week, in Orlando’s Bungalow Neighborhood news, and some bonus headlines you may have missed. Our latest episode of “Bungalower and The Bus” on Real Radio 104.1 was recorded at Mason Jar Provisions in Thornton Park. Click HERE to listen or catch up on one […]
Posted inEvents, Food & Drink, Ivanhoe Village
Camp Ivanhoe is back and so are the badges
Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co. (Facebook | Website) is back with its innovative Camp Ivanhoe series of events and challenges this week, which rewards its guests for buying its daily themed beer packages. The inaugural series helped the brewery’s owner, Glenn Closson, clinch a nod from Orlando Business Journal for being an innovative way to drum […]
Posted inBungalower and the Bus, Featured, News, Orlando, Our Take
Bungalower and The Bus – Episode 229 (Mason Jar Provisions)
The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the hosts alone and do not reflect the official policy or position of Bungalower Media, our readers, or our advertisers. For the 229th episode, Brendan and Jon head to Mason Jar Provisions in Thornton Park to check out the new pork skin chicken wings […]
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House of the Day: Yellow Mediterranean-style home asking $559,000
This three-bedroom, two-bathroom home is located at 121 Wisteria Avenue [GMap] in the Lake Copeland Historic District, with easy access to downtown Orlando, Delaney Park, Orlando Health, and is zoned for the Blankner Elementary and Boone High Schools. This 2,741 SF home was built in 1930 and has been well-maintained by subsequent owners. It boasts […]
Posted inEvents, Featured, Lists
BUNGALOWER’S TOP 10 WEEKEND EVENT PICKS FOR JUNE 25-27
Here is a look at some of the best events taking place this weekend, including streaming events that you can take advantage of in the safety of your home. 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 […]
Posted inCool Job Alert, Our Take, Parks, West Orlando
Cool Job Alert: Lake Lorna Doone Park Community Naturalist Position
Local non-profit IDEAS For US (Website) is hiring a Neighborhood Naturalist position for the newly revamped Lake Lorna Doone Park. The new part-time role will primarily work in an outreach role at the new park, with a special focus on a soon-to-come Nature Trail. Responsibilities would include marketing, providing fresh content, host regular tours, and […]