Tuesday, February 20, 2018

Ellen Surprises Jones High | 50 Years of Mr. Rogers | Girl Scout Cookie Beer Pairings

A happy dose of uplifting news from Central Florida and beyond.

Orlando Sentinel

View In Browser

February 20, 2018

orlandosentinel.com

The Weekly Smile

Ellen DeGeneres surprises Jones High with help to Carnegie Hall

Thursday, Feb 15

Ellen DeGeneres and Walmart lend a helping hand to local students' dreams of performing at Carnegie Hall.

How to pair beer with Girl Scout cookies

Pair up your Girl Scout cookies this season with a beer or two - possibly from Bowigens Beer Co. in Casselberry.

Students show off Rube Goldberg machines at Orlando Science Center

A science fair highlights Rube Goldberg contraptions

Mister Rogers: Still teaching what matters

'Mister Rogers' Neighborhood' turns 50 on Monday, and PBS will salute the beloved TV host with a special, 'It's You I Like,' next month.

Boston Dynamics video of door-opening robot dog grabs attention

Boston Dynamics has been creating robots for some time now, and its videos often bring a strong reaction.

Tim Tebow is back, and it's no joke

The Mets say Tim Tebow could make the major leagues, which would make his critics look completely minor league.

New 'Incredibles 2' trailer has Mr. Incredible playing Mr. Mom

A new trailer for "Incredibles 2" shows Mr. Incredible taking over parenting duties while Elastigirl pursues a career as a superhero.

Bethune statue to replace Confederate general in U.S. Capitol

Gov. Rick Scott plans to sign a bill that would lead to a statue of civil-rights leader and educator Mary McLeod Bethune replacing the likeness of a Confederate general as a representative of Florida in the U.S. Capitol.

Disney: A scene from Magic Kingdom's Hall of Presidents on Presidents Day

Normally, the attraction is often forgotten amid the princesses and roller coaster or an afterthought unless a tourist is scouting for an escape in the hot sun for an air conditioned theater. But on Presidents Day, some come to pay special tribute.

First look: Disney's American Adventure changes at Epcot

World Showcase attraction enhanced with digital sound and sights, including additions to montage of famed Americans and the "Golden Dream" anthem

Florida-bound Norwegian Bliss gets first taste of water

Norwegian Bliss is one step closer to making its debut and eventual arrival to Florida as it was floated out at Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany.

3-peat! Dale Earnhardt lives again in Austin Dillon's Daytona 500 victory

Austin Dillon wins Daytona 500 in No. 3 car Dale Earnhardt made famous

Danica Patrick, Aaron Rodgers share pre-Daytona 500 kiss

Danica Patrick got a good-luck kiss from new boyfriend Aaron Rodgers before the start of the Daytona 500.

Gatorland's unusual path to off-road adventure

The longtime Orlando attraction used its in-house creative team to form Stompin' Gator, inspired by monster trucks and swamp buggies

Tallahassee a great outdoors launching point

Tallahassee is surrounded by great options for outdoors adventures from bike trails to state parks with waterfalls, caves, fresh springs and fantastic views.

Disney to open Toy Story Land in Orlando on June 30 at Hollywood Studios park

The Toy Story Land area at Disney's Hollywood Studios, based on the Pixar film series, will feature two family-friendly rides — Slinky Dog Dash and Alien Swirling Saucers — and open June 30.

More than 163,000 Florida teachers win bonuses, "best and brightest" awards

Florida ready to hand out teacher bonuses for top teachers under controversial "best and brightest" program

Orlando Sentinel Culinary Hall of Fame: Class of 2018

Orlando Sentinel Culinary Hall of Fame: Class of 2018

Lake Eola goes to the dogs at 'Paws in the Park' event

Thousands of dogs were at Lake Eola Park on Saturday for the Greater Pet Alliance of Orlando's annual Paws in the Park fundraiser.

Winter Garden open-mic night at Pilars is hot spot for Disney talent

The mood is light. A bartenders keeps pouring the cocktails. If a police officer walks in, piano player Kelly Richards spontaneously bursts into "YMCA." Yet the talent at Pilars martini bar can be serious.

No comments:

Post a Comment