Tuesday, January 8, 2019

Aquatica Orlando is a certified autism center; Whole Foods' sales to benefit Farm Share; Theater on the Edge extends "Boom"

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SeaWorld's Orlando water park now is a certified autism center

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Aquatica Orlando is the first water park to hold that distinction in the world, said David Heaton, the water park's vice president.

Whole Foods Market to donate portion of Jan. 10 Florida sales to Farm Share

Whole Foods Market's Florida stores will donate five percent of their net sales on Jan. 10 to Farm Share, a Florida-based nonprofit, according to a news release from Farm Share.

Acclaimed comedy 'Boom' extended through January

Theater on the Edge offers more performances of the very funny "Boom."

Orlando restaurant named one of Yelp's Top 100 Places to Eat

Mee Thai Restaurant was included in Yelp's Top 100 Places to Eat list for 2019.

Jose Andres' Disney Springs restaurant Jaleo shows off design and reveals walk-up window

The creators of the new Jose Andres restaurant at Disney Springs known as Jaleo have released renderings of the project and say it will have a walk-up window for quick-grab Spanish cuisine.

Central Florida actor makes Broadway debut... times two

Jeremy Pope will star in not one, but two, Broadway shows this year.

32 weekly trivia nights in Orlando

Here is a list of the weekly trivia nights at bars and restaurants in the Orlando area.

Retired firefighter helps enable mobility for veterans

A retired firefighter donates mobility scooters to the Florida American Legion headquarters in Orlando, Friday, January 4, 2018, for distribution to veterans in need.

Captain Marvel brings female empowerment to Disney Cruise Line

Disney Cruise Line's Marvel Day At Sea sailings are adding Captain Marvel to the cast during 10 sailings on Disney Magic through March 2019.

Disney World ticket deals for military in 2019

Walt Disney World offers cheap tickets, special room rates for military in 2019.

Where to pick strawberries in Central Florida

It's strawberry season in Central Florida — this berry is typically ready to harvest through April.

Disney: Kevin from 'Up' set for Animal Kingdom visits

Kevin, the big bird from Disney-Pixar film "Up," will be making appearances at Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park beginning in February.

The Ramen serves up ramen, noodle or rice bowls

Downtown Orlando has gained another spot for a quick, filling meal with The Ramen.

Bing Futch brings the sounds of the mountains to Central Florida

Mountain dulcimer player Bing Futch blends original music and covers at his gigs around Central Florida.

Pictures: Mecum Auctions rolls into Kissimmee with 3,500 cars

Mecum's Kissimmee auction at Silver Spurs Arena features 3,500 vehicles for sale and an estimated 100,000 visitors. It is the world's largest collector car auction and goes on through Jan. 13.

Otronicon makes room for tech startup companies

A science showcase has expanded this year to incorporate Orlando startups during its four-day event.

Disney introduces logo for Hollywood Studios' 30th anniversary

Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse are front and center of the new 30th anniversary logo for Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park.

Lake County to break ground on $7.8 million no-kill animal shelter

Lake County is about to break ground on a 31,000-square-foot, no-kill animal shelter in Tavares, officials announced Wednesday. The facility is being funded by a 1-cent sales tax and should ease overcrowding at the current shelter.

Art for All Spaces helps small donors make an impact in art world

Small art sponsors help discover artists. Art for All Spaces is a business where co-owners Brad Biggs and Janae Corrado represent artists of all levels to get artwork into offices, workplaces and gallery shows.

It's a girl! Florida Hospital for Women welcomes its first baby of 2019

Florida Hospital for Women said a baby girl born just after midnight was the first baby of 2019.

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