Orlando celebrates the big 1-5-0 this week. | Photo via Wikimedia Commons
Time to light the candles — this Thursday, July 31, Orlando turns 150.
Celebrations to commemorate the anniversary began back in February and will culminate with a grand event this Thursday. Check out all the ways you can take part in the city-wide party:
True Health Back To School Bash | Times vary | Multiple locations | $30 | Students ages 3+ can receive a $30 physical and get a free backpack and school supplies.
Tuesday, July 29
The Fray | 6 p.m. | House of Blues, Lake Buena Vista | $123 | Listen to the rock band perform hits like “How to Save a Life” on this 20th anniversary tour.
Craig Robinson | Thursday, July 31-Sunday, Aug. 3 | Times vary | Funny Bone Comedy Club, Orlando | $54+ | The stand-up comedian of “The Office” fame will perform four sets.
Tropical Flower Workshop | 6:30 p.m. | Boxi Park Lake Nona | $40 | Your ticket includes everything you need to create a bouquet + a welcome drink.
Three former Winn-Dixie stores in Central Florida have reopened as Aldi locations — and two more are on the way. Closest to Orlando are the Deltona location (2880 Howland Blvd.), which is now open, and the St. Cloud location (3318 Canoe Cree Rd.), which will open on Thursday, July 31. (Orlando Business Journal)
Open
We don’t wanna get too cheesy, but we had to share this news. Local fromagerie Simply Cheese is now open inside of The Good Pour’s College Park location, serving up cheese samples + pairing recommendations for every bottle in stock. (Orlando Sentinel)
Mansion Monday
Want to live in a home that you never have to leave? This 10,649-sqft Windermere mansion should do the trick. On top of its waterfront location (complete with a private island, moat, and drawbridge), you’ll find a movie room, office with a mini bar, gym, and private salon.
History
The Dr. Phillips Center recently unveiled its History Walk, open now through Nov. 6. The three-tier installation showcases major venue milestones, performances, and community programs that have taken place since it opened back in 2014. (Bungalower)
Sports
The 2025 MLB trade deadline is coming up on Thursday, July 31. While the City Beautiful might not be in the majors yet, a local group called the Orlando Dreamers are working to bring Major League Baseball to town — read up on their efforts. (ESPN)
Job
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The Word
Equity Sharing Home Loan. This flexible option allows borrowers to access the equity in their home at a below-market interest rate (read: lower monthly payments than a traditional loan) for debt consolidation, home improvements, or even retirement. Here’s how it works.*
Children of all ages will enjoy the adventure. | Photo via WonderWorks Orlando
Indoor parenting is harder than outdoor parenting. But who wants to go out in this heat?
Lucky for us, there are plenty of indoor activities perfect for the kiddos around town.
🎨 All about the arts
Orlando Museum of Art, 2416 N. Mills Ave. | Family memberships available | Roam the local institution’s collections with your kiddo on a stroller tour, or tow those budding Picassos ages 2-10 along for a workshop featuring a hands-on art activity in the studio + a visit to the gallery. Kids will remember Family Days.
🧠 Educational activities
WonderWorks Orlando, 9067 International Dr., Orlando | The little ones won’t even realize they’re enjoying “edu-tainment” while roaming the 28,000-sqft center’s extreme weather and space zones or the imagination lab. Kids will remember the indoor ropes course and laser tag.
🎳 Indoor adventures
Kings Orlando, 8255 International Dr. | Make sure the small folks have a great time with 10-string bowling lanes, giant jenga, upgraded arcades, and Connect Four. Kids will remember having rockin’ birthday parties here.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Anyone have a case of the Mondays? Consider this your sign to grab something delicious from the recently-opened window at The Gnarly Cuban or from Beignets & Brew‘s newest location in the old Downtown Credo space.
