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• From President & CEO George Aguel: Landwirth's Legacy

  19-04-2018 02:03
   Central Florida mourned the passing this week of a true icon in our community, Give Kids the World founder Henri Landwirth. Among a life full of accomplishments, Henri will best be remembered for helping thousands of critically ill children, and their families, fulfill their wish by receiving all-expense-paid vacations to Orlando.I had the pleasure of first meeting Henri when my wife, Ana, and I attended our first Give Kids the World Banquet as the guests of Dick Nunis, then the Chairman o
  
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• Socially Distant Art Classes – Art Journaling

  29-06-2020 20:27
  Instructor, Jolie Spelman holds the space and guides participants to create and imagine through poetry and paint. Following her unique art journaling style participants will have the opportunity to explore their creativity and imagination.  Spelman uses guided meditations, inspirational quotes and poems, writing prompts, image-making suggestions and other exercises to unleash your creativity.
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• 365 JeepLife Meet!

  29-06-2020 17:37
  Join Ace Cafe and 365 JeepLife, they will be showing off the lights and big wheels of Jeeps!
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• Fords at the Ace

  26-06-2020 18:13
  The Mid Florida Mustang Club host a monthly meeting, all Fords and Mercurys are welcome.
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• Corn-Teen is OVER – Wick & Kyle Duo

  26-06-2020 18:11
  Come to Ace Cafe and watch the dueling banjos duo Wick & Kyle.
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• TPD 6th Annual Putt N’ Pour Pub Crawl

  24-06-2020 17:49
  Part pub crawl, part miniature golf tournament and all fun, Putt N’ Pour is an opportunity for participants to visit ten Thornton Park District bars and restaurants to be challenged by holes designed and built by each host location while enjoying drink specials and prizes.
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• Snap! 10 Year Anniversary Film Release

  23-06-2020 17:53
  After 10 years of diversified programmingand community engagement Snap! Orlando proudly presents a short filmdocumentary, Snap! Orlando: Creative Placemakers.
  Developed in partnership with local creative film studio Oxenfree Film & Motion,the 12-minute film follows the organization’s founders, Patrick and Holly Kahn,as they prepare their Anniversary exhibition featuring Douglas Kirkland, whiletaking a look back at milestone projects from the past decade.
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• User Error

  22-06-2020 18:25
  Join Orlando Story Club for stories about simple mistakes, tech blunders, wardrobe malfunctions, and so much more with the theme: User Error.
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• City of Heroes: A Virtual July 4th Celebration

  19-06-2020 20:02
  In an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer’s 43rd annual Fireworks at the Fountain will be held virtually! News 6 will feature a pre-recorded compilation of the brightest and biggest fireworks from the past several years at Lake Eola Park.
  Before the fireworks show, News 6 will honor our heroes in the community. Rondale Scott, Downtown Facility Supervisor of the Downtown Clean Team, will be featured.
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• Accelerated Skills and Training Program

  19-06-2020 18:16
  Learn more about the programs offered at Valencia College’s Accelerated Skills and Training Program and how to enroll in this 10-22 weeks certified opportunity.
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• Downtown Truck Show

  19-06-2020 18:13
  New, old, and vintage trucks fill the Ace Cafe parking lot.
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• Tornado Relief Car, Bike, & Truck Show

  19-06-2020 18:09
  High Performance Promotions & Ace Cafe our giving back to the community and helping the latest tornado victims in our area. There will be music, awards, and vendors.
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• Climate Change Theatre Action – Virtual Play Readings

  19-06-2020 17:17
  Every other year, fifty professional playwrights, representing all inhabited continents as well as several cultures and Indigenous nations, are commissioned to write five minute plays about an aspect of climate change.
  Mad Cow Theatre has curated a few of these short plays for Central Florida audiences as a feature of the 7th Annual Science Play Festival. Join them as they read these plays online.
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• Virtual Drama Club – What is Science Play?

  19-06-2020 17:14
  This event, led by Mad Cow actors, directors, and science professionals will look into the relationship between science and art at the intersection of theatre.
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• Wine Down Wednesday with Elize

  18-06-2020 17:08
  Let’s start July together with positive vibes at Elize. Their amazing chef will serve you a few appetizers, like famous Dutch Bitterballs, an award-winning Oyster and in herbs aged Salmon.
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• Sing Along with Mamma Mia

  17-06-2020 21:17
  Calling all Dancing Queens and Super Troupers, the MAMMA MIA Sing-A-Long is back for a return engagement…Social Distancing Style!
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• Orlando Vegan Brunch

  17-06-2020 20:02
  Visit Thornton Park to enjoy a delicious vegan brunch and some live music.
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• Virtual Lunch & Learn: Make No Bones About It

  17-06-2020 15:51
  Join the Orange County History Center and explore the skulls and skeletons of Central Florida animals and how they have become a part of our historical collection.
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• The Vote Documentary Virtual Preview & Chat

  17-06-2020 15:48
  Join Orange County History Center to celebrate the centennial of the 19th Amendment with an advance, online preview of a new PBS documentary, “American Experience: The Vote,” which tells the dramatic story of an epic crusade waged by American women over decades. By exploring how and why millions of Americans mobilized for — and against — votes for women, the film brings to life the unsung leaders of the movement, as well as the deep controversies over gender roles and rac
  
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• Father’s Day at the History Center: Free for Dads

  17-06-2020 15:44
  Although celebrations of Father’s Day in the United States began early in the 20th century, it wasn’t until 1966 that President Lyndon B. Johnson issued the first presidential proclamation designating the third Sunday in June to honor dads. Treat your dad to a visit to the History Center.
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• Pop-Up Supreme Court Ruling Celebration

  15-06-2020 21:26
  Celebrate a major victory today as the U.S. Supreme Court rules that the 1964 Civil Rights Act protects LGBTQ+ workers from discrimination.
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• Dog Days of Summer Pet Photo Day

  15-06-2020 16:14
  Come dressed to CHILL! Eola Pets is hosting a pet photo day to help raise awareness for the Zebra Coalition.
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• 3rd Thursday at CityArts – Virtual Reception

  12-06-2020 21:48
  The Downtown Arts District will virtually feature numerous galleries and non‑traditional art venues that spotlight the best of established and emerging Orlando-based artists in tandem with nationally and internationally acclaimed artists.
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• 3rd Thursday at CityArts

  12-06-2020 21:09
  On the third Thursday of every month, visitors converge Downtown to celebrate art, music and business. The Downtown Arts District features numerous galleries and non‑traditional art venues that spotlight the best of established and emerging Orlando-based artists in tandem with nationally and internationally acclaimed artists.
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• Dads Gone Wild

  11-06-2020 23:06
  Join Ace Cafe for an awesome day filled with fun for the special father figure in your life!
  Featuring 2 cars shows, live music, delicious BBQ rib specials, Oxford Cigar Company on site with unique offerings, giveaways, goodie bags and the chance to win a grill!
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• DOP and AdventHealth Webinar

  11-06-2020 17:17
  Join DOP for a webinar with AdventHealth as we discuss they discuss difficult questions many are asking as they look to return to normal following the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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• Theater Arts Week

  11-06-2020 15:28
  Theater is about the art of play. In a nurturing, supportive environment, students explore improvisation, drama, theater games and script. With an emphasis on personal expression, creative imagination, confidence and socialization, this fun camp makes the connection between the magical worlds of scripted theater and creativity.
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• Surf’s Up! Fun in the Sun Week

  11-06-2020 15:25
  Cowabunga! Hit the waves surfing through a week of high-energy classes, where you’ll boost your acting, singing and dancing skills. You’ll feel like you’re soaking up the sun as we perform selections from hit musicals and movies like Moana, The SpongeBob Musical, Teen Beach Movie, Finding Nemo and more. It’s a whole new kind of beach party everyone will love.
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• TPD Summer Shindig

  11-06-2020 15:22
  Come social distance with Thornton Park District. This event includes live music, food, and art vendors.
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• Pretzel Party

  11-06-2020 14:16
  World of Beer Bar & Kitchen, well-known for offering guests a beer flavor profile from over 40 countries around the world, wants to help you celebrate your quarantine birthday. Friday, June 12 through Sunday, June 14, the popular craft beer bar & kitchen is offering those who have “missed” their birthday celebrations due to COVID-19 to come in and receive a celebratory item(s) at Orlando World of Beer.
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