Tuesday, November 26, 2019

Teamwork yields lights display; Volunteer for Thanksgiving; Disney Aspire pupils graduate

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November 26, 2019

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The Lights on Jeater Bend: Teamwork makes this Celebration holiday dream work

The Lights on Jeater Bend is a home holiday display in Celebration featuring 11 houses and thousands of lights synchronized to music. The show of neighborly teamwork heralds holiday cheer every year.

Thanksgiving: Opportunities in Orlando to give back

Thanksgiving is a time for many to gather with families and friends, but it can also be a time to give back to the community. Here are volunteer opportunities in the Orlando area.

The first Disney Aspire students are graduating from UCF

Disney is paying the tuition and other school expenses for 320 UCF students as part of the Disney Aspire program.

Inside Jobs: Tiny restaurants find success amid gas pumps and grocery aisles

Brick and mortar restaurants require massive investments of time and money, But opening a business within a business? It's lower risk, longer on personal time and a model that many find works.

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The Empire striketh back in Shakespeare-inspired 'Star Wars' books

Holiday gift guide: "Star Wars" nerd or Shakespeare nerd? Here's something for both

Orlando earns a perfect score on the HRC's LGBTQ equality index

The city of Orlando received a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign's (HRC) Municipal Equality Index (MEI).

Universal announces characters for inaugural race weekend

Universal has announced some of the iconic characters guests will encounter during Running Universal's Epic Character Race next year at Universal Orlando Resort.

Cumberland Farms perks you up with free coffee for Thanksgiving

Cumberland Farms convenience stores will offer free coffee all Thanksgiving day.

Ritz-Carlton's pastry chef helps build 13-foot-tall mass of chocolate, candies every year

It takes an army of about 25 pastry chefs to build the Ritz-Carlton's gingerbread house. Together, they turn 350 pounds of sugar, two bottles of rum, and 1,200 eggs into what has become an annual attraction at the luxury hotel.

Chocolate tours satisfy more than just your sweet tooth

Give the gift of a chocolate tour at Chocolate Museum & Cafe or Chocolate Kingdom.

PODCAST: Universal unwraps holiday favorites — tradition with some tweaks (Ep. 27)

Universal Orlando's holiday favorites are back ... with a few tweaks. Theme Park reporter Dewayne Bevil talks to Lora Sauls, the senior manager of creative development and show direction for Universal, about achieving "all the feels" in an evolving park.

Cruise lines offer up Black Friday, Cyber Monday deals

Cruise lines offer up a slew of added value deals to cruises booked on Black Friday or Cyber Monday. Here's a rundown.

Longtime Long John Silver's manager enjoys hosting Thanksgiving feast — but don't expect seafood

For the eighth straight year, Long John Silver's in Eustis will be the location of a community Thanksgiving Day meal put on by volunteers at Life Community Church in Eustis. It's a collaboration between the Rev. John Schneck and Don Campbell, who first started working at the Eustis Long John Silver's in 1977.

'Dancing With the Stars': Who won?

'Dancing With the Stars' closed its controversial 28th season with a surprising pick for winner.

Gaylord Palms breaks out Ice exhibit with 'Polar Express' plus more Christmas activities

Gaylord Palms opens 2019 Ice exhibit, spotlighting "Polar Express," adds more Christmas activities.

Where to find free turkeys, meals for Thanksgiving in greater Orlando

Where to find free Thanksgiving meals or frozen turkeys in Orlando this week? We'll run down the top gobbler-giveaways and community meals in Central Florida.

Adopt a Pet: Magnolia from Catapalooza. 'She loves to cuddle, sit in your lap and snuggle'

Adopt a Pet is a series that highlights pets available for adoption at Central Florida shelters and rescues. This week's pet: Magnolia from Catapalooza.

Free admission to Orlando area museum on Thanksgiving weekend

Winter Park's Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art will have free admission Nov. 29-Dec. 1.

Disney World gets sweeter with all-new holiday treats

Holiday treats have returned to the Magic Kingdom, from frozen hot chocolate to breadstick antlers!

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