Construction is scheduled to begin in July for a University of Florida research and academic center in the developing “medical city” in Lake Nona.
The UF College of Pharmacy’s academic program will be a principal occupant of the planned four-story, 115,000-square foot building.
The state Board of Governors on Wednesday designated the planned building a center, which [...]
The Lake Nona Lacrosse team defeated the Freedom Patriots last night, 13 to 2, guaranteeing them their first winning season. Cody Langston and Austin Howard each had 5 goals, and Nick Soracco added 3 goals. Goalie Matt Herrera also had an assisted goal. Tonight is the Lacrosse team’s last game, so come [...]
A note from Jennifer Thompson:
I am deeply humbled by the outpouring of support that I received this past Saturday. Please do not take my word for it. See and hear what it is about my grass roots campaign that convinced 30+ people to give up their Saturday to promote my candidacy to complete [...]
When it comes to unemployment, Central Florida is setting records.
In the metro Orlando area, unemployment reached 12.4 percent in February, which is the highest rate since 1975.
Experts said they believe there are jobs available, and those who are unemployed should keep looking.
“There are construction projects going on, big ones,” Workforce Central Florida representative Gary Earl [...]
When
Every 1st Friday of the month : 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Price:
free and open to the public
Where
Old Antique Row in Ivanhoe Village
1807-1817 N. Orange Ave., Orlando, FL 32804
407-897-1271
http://www.ivanhoevillage.org/
Description
Local artists showcase their works in the shops at Ivanhoe Village, the small cluster of shops on Orange Avenue between Princeton and New Hampshire Avenue. Come support local [...]
When
Thursdays : 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Price:
No cover
Where
Porkie’s Original BBQ
256 East Main Street, Apopka, FL 32703
407-880-3351
Description
Rain or shine, hundreds of bikers and motorcycle enthusiasts meet up every Thursday for drawings, prizes, trophies and just plain showing off with host and party girl Pam. BBQ and bikes, the perfect combination.
When:
Wednesdays : 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Price:
no cover, all ages
Where:
Urban Deli
625 East Central Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32801
Neighborhood: Downtown Orlando
407-650-8004
Description
Every week Real.Open.Mic brings you the best in spoken word poetry, storytelling, stand-up comedy, music, et cetera throughout Orlando, while the good folks at Urban Deli! provide you with some fabulous food to munch on!
When:
Fridays and Saturdays : 8 p.m. (ends March 14th)
Wednesdays and Thursdays : 7 p.m. (ends March 14th)
Sundays : 2 p.m. (ends March 14th)March 10th : 2 p.m.
Price:
$20-$38
Where:
Lowndes Shakespeare Center
812 E. Rollins St., Orlando, FL 32803
407-447-1700 ext 1
http://www.orlandoshakes.org
Description
Orlando Shakespeare Theater/UCF production of the William Shakespeare play (in rotating repertory with Hamlet)
When:
Tuesdays : 8 p.m.
Price:
$8 general admission, $5 students and seniors
(407) 920-4034
http://www.breakthroughtheatre.com
Comedy Type:
Improv
Description:
Power 2 Improv formed in 2008 and quickly established itself for its cutting edge improv. The group performs at the Breakthrough Theatre, Give Kids The World, the Clarion Resort & Water Park in Kissimmee and a private show at the Oak Plantation Resort in [...]
When:
Daily (ends March 7th)
Price:
adults $5 advance, $10 at the gate, students and seniors $5 advance, $7 at the gate, ages 6-10 $2 advance, $5 at the gate (ride admission varies)
Where:
Central Florida Fairgrounds
4603 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32803
407-295-3247
http://www.centralfloridafair.com
