Tuesday, March 31, 2020

Food pros help feed locals; More acts of kindness; Takeout Bingo supports Orlando eateries

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March 31, 2020

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Local food pros to team with World Central Kitchen for #ChefsForAmerica event

Orlando chefs and restaurateurs, in conjunction with José Andrés' World Central Kitchen, will team up this week for a two-day #ChefsforAmerica event to provide meals to those affected by COVID-19.

Coronavirus prompts acts of kindness in Central Florida

As the coronavirus pandemic worsens, some Central Floridians are performing acts of kindness.

Orlandoans inspire foodies to #SupportLocal with Takeout Bingo

Service-minded locals have found creative new ways to drive support to Orlando restaurants suffering during the coronavirus downturn. Takeout Bingo is a fun one!

Florida officer provided police escort for ducklings

A Florida police officer went viral this month after escorting a mother duck and her 12 ducklings through the streets and down to a lake.

Orlando social media stars engage audiences stuck at home over coronavirus

As social distancing becomes more widely practiced amid the global coronavirus outbreak, Orlando social media stars do the same and are adjusting their content in the new indoor-bound world.

Love in the time of social distancing: Man, 80, sings to wife through nursing home window

After a man was told he could no longer visit his wife of 45 years at her nursing home, he began standing outside her window and talking and singing to her through a screen.

Coronavirus doesn't stop Orlando's arts: Find plays, concerts, exhibits, stories online

Here's a look at where to find local arts groups... without leaving your home.

Bok Tower plans live-stream concert during closure

Bok Tower Gardens plans live-stream bell concert April 2 during coronavirus closure.

Tire Kingdom offers deal to first responders, essential businesses

Tire Kingdom is offering deals on tires and services to first responders and members of essential businesses during the COVID-19 outbreak.

State parks shuttered, county stay-at-home orders issued. But you can still go outside.

With state parks closed and stay-at-home orders issued for some counties, many are wondering: Can I still go outside? The short answer is yes.

Pacino's Pizzeria in Sanford has free student lunch, 40 percent off pizza

Sanford's Pacino's Pizza has a one-topping pizza for $8.99 and free lunch weekdays for children under 12.

PODCAST: Attractions go online to amuse, educate during coronavirus closures (Ep. 43)

Area attraction are getting creative to make sure fans don't forget about them during the coronavirus closures. Disney, SeaWorld and some smaller attractions have taken to the Internet to provide entertainment and education.

Black Rock Grill offers free delivery, $10 bounce-back cards

Black Rock Grill in Windermere has free delivery from DoorDash and is giving $10 gift cards to use for dine-in when the lockdown ends.

Mixing at home: Orlando bartenders share ideas for cocktails with limited resources

Bartenders from Orlando give tips for making cocktails with what's around the house.

Orlando Fringe vet Chase Padgett takes the festival spirit online

A "Virtual Fringe" is available to binge watch through Padgett's initiative.

Orlando's theme-park fans miss attractions, get creative during coronavirus down time

Orlando's theme-park fans miss Disney attractions, get creative during coronavirus closure

Looking for a new book to read? Check out these bingeable series for avid readers

A list of lengthy reading series for isolation during the coronavirus pandemic.

Virus-free arts news: More 'Schitt's Creek,' CFCArts honored, United Arts hands out grants

In the time of coronavirus, here's some cultural news to brighten your day.

First look: Newborn zebra, baby porcupine at Disney's Animal Kingdom

Disney World welcomes newborn zebra, baby porcupine to Animal Kingdom theme park

B Resort near Disney Springs offers a deal to 'essential' lodgers

Healthcare workers, first responders and others can get a night at B Resort & Spa in Orlando for $79 per night.

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