As reported by the Orlando Sentinel HERE, Governor Rick Scott has vetoed $461 M of spending from the latest State budget, which still added up to $78 B.
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Posted inChurch Street, Downtown, People
The Future of Canvs: Philip Holt says goodbye
Philip Holt, Director at ArenaNet and co-founder of Canvs, a co-working and tech hub in the Church Street Exchange, posted an open letter on June 4 on LinkedIn about the future of the space and his next big move. May people are watching Canvs as a litmus test for the success and/or failure of the upcoming Creative […]
Posted inEvents, Orlando
Bungalower weekend event picks
Here’s a look at some of the events taking place this weekend. Visit the complete events calendar by clicking on “Events” in our main menu. Pedal to Fringe! May 14 @ 5:00 pm – May 25 @ 1:00 am Orlando Loch Haven Park, 900 E. Princeton St., Orlando, FL 32803 United States Avoid the parking nightmare […]
Posted inBuildings, Coming and Going, Downtown, Food & Drink, Orlando
Local couple launches Kickstarter to fund their gaming bar concept
An Orlando couple is raising funds to open a gamer-themed bar called Joysticks. Their goal is to create the “ultimate arcade lounge and retro bar” that features retro arcade games, live music and fun decor. Their wishlist includes cosplay nights, pinball machines, skee ball and air hockey. One of the owners, Jeffrey Stelter, has had a […]
Posted inArchitecture and Design, Civics and Participation, Coming and Going, Crane Watch, Parks, Parramore
Tinker Field demolition has started
Demolition of Orlando’s oldest baseball field, Tinker Field [Gmap], started on Tuesday of this week. The risers and adjoining structures will be taken down over the next 40 days (the crew and City is hoping to be finished before the upcoming Rolling Stones concert on June 12). The majority of the stands as well as […]
Posted inAsk Bungalower, Food & Drink, Ivanhoe Village, Uncategorized
Ask Bungalower: Does Gargi’s Restaurant get their space for free from the City?
A Bungalower reader who wished to remain nameless, wrote us two weeks ago asking about the relationship between Gargi’s Restaurant [Facebook | Website] and the City of Orlando. So we thought we’d look into it. “Hey Bungalower. I’ve heard that Gargi’s Restaurant in Ivanhoe Village has a deal with City Hall where they only have to […]
Posted inEvents, Orlando, Ten Things
Bungalower weekend event picks
Here’s a look at some of the events taking place this weekend. Visit the complete events calendar by clicking on “Events” in our main menu.
Posted inOrlando, Ten Things
Top ten things you need to know this week, November 17, 2014
Here’s our rundown of the top ten things you need to know this week in Downtown Orlando area news. Sponsored by Olde Town Broker Ultimate I-4 project plans signature aesthetics along the interstate. The project to reconstruct I-4 will add more than just express lanes. We’ll also get gateway features, aesthetic lighting and fountains. While an exact […]
Posted inEvents, Ivanhoe Village, Membership
Event Pick: Surreal – Stories That Make You Go “Huh?”
Tomorrow night the Orlando Story club is hosting Surreal – Stories That Make You Go “Huh?” at the Orlando Museum of Art. At the event anyone who wishes to tell a story may put their name in a hat. Ten names will be randomly chosen as well as three judges selected from the audience. Between stories, […]
Posted inArt and Culture, Downtown, Featured, Parking
Dr. Phillips Center Announces Parking & Transportation Plans
City Transportation Engineer Charles Ramdatt gave City Council members an overview of what the City along with the Dr. Phillips Center plan to do to get people to and from the new performing arts center. Self-Parking The main parking component is to have patrons park at the City Commons Garage with overflow parking available at […]
Posted inAbout Bungalower, Orlando
Happy Thanksgivukkah
Bungalower wishes you a happy Thanksgiving and Hanukkah. We’re taking the rest of the week off to spend time with family and friends. We’ll be back on Monday with our regular posting of stories. Be sure to checkout: >> Bungalower Events Calendar >> Restaurant and Businesses Coming and Going in the Bungalower Districts […]
Posted inDowntown, Events, Quality of Life
Hundreds of Oranges and Smiles Make an Impact in Orlando Today
Volunteers with the Mental Health Association of Central Florida (Website) handed out over 700 Oranges to people walking by in Downtown Orlando today. The event was part of their “Orange You Happy” campaign where they handout the citrus every fourth Friday of the month. The focus, says Association Program Administrator Charlotte Melton, is to “change […]
Posted inChurch Street, Downtown, Featured, Transportation
SunRail Train Debuts in Downtown Orlando Today
As part of the State of the Downtown Address and the Carshare ribbon cutting, FDOT is bringing out a SunRail locomotive and two passenger cab cars. The train will be at Church Street Station in downtown Orlando from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. today. While you won’t be able to get inside the train but it will […]
Posted inCollege Park, Garden, Schools
Orlando Junior Academy Begins Community Give-Back Garden in College Park
On Sunday the Orlando Junior Academy (Website | Facebook) began planting in their Community Give-Back Garden in College Park. The garden is located on the corner of King St. and Musselwhite Ave. directly across from the school in College Park. The Give-Back Garden is an extension of their Edible Schoolyard garden where the school extends “the […]
Posted inEvents, Orlando
Weekend Event Picks: Facts of Life, Orlando City Soccer, RENT
Friday, August 16 THE FACTS OF LIFE: The Lost Episode (Adults Only) The Footlight Theater The Parliament House Resort 410 N. Orange Blossom Trail Hilarious Parody Inspired by the Popular 80s Sitcom. Dildos, prostitution, cerebral palsy, and lesbian sex are just a few of the politically incorrect plot lines that mark FACTS as an adults-only show! […]