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The uncertain fate of Lake Eola fountain

Orlando Florida | November 30th 2009 by Sunil Govind

The water-spouting Lake Eola fountain in downtown Orlando appears on the city's street signs--but the fountain hasn't spurted out any water since it was zapped by lightning in late August 2009.The current fountain was built in 1957, replacing an earl read more

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I Miss Orlando

Beyond Potography | November 25th 2009 by amy

I had so much fun while we are living in Orlando last year. I am still a Floridian in my heart though. All our friends were there and I miss the International Airport where I always hang out when my husband was working. I just roam around the area an read more

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Out and About: Gettin’ Wiggy with It

Pulse of Central Florida | November 19th 2009 by Ashley K. Edwards

I was walking into my office earlier this afternoon and noticed this in the parking lot outside: I thought, “Someone done lost their weave!”  HILARIOUS! Later, I find out it’s the car of one of my co-workers! (Location: Downtown read more

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An Afternoon of Food & Wine

Pulse of Central Florida | November 16th 2009 by Ashley K. Edwards

You might’ve caught my post a few days ago about the Food & Wine Fest in downtown Orlando at Lake Eola. I had the opportunity to go the event with some friends this past Saturday, and had a blast! Here are some photos I snapped to share: read more

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The Holidays Arrive in Central Florida

Pulse of Central Florida | November 15th 2009 by Ashley K. Edwards

I was driving down Orange Avenue in downtown Orlando earlier this afternoon, and snapped this [poor quality] photo of holiday decorations going up. How can it already be mid-November, with the holidays just around the corner? Posted in Out and Abou read more

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Out and About

Pulse of Central Florida | November 15th 2009 by Ashley K. Edwards

Now this is one sermon I don’t wanna miss: (Location: Orlando’s Downtown Baptist Church.) Posted in Out and About Tagged: downtown Orlando, Out and About read more

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Downtown Orlando’s Ceviche

Pulse of Central Florida | November 12th 2009 by Ashley K. Edwards

You may not be familiar with Ceviche Orlando, given the fact it’s sorta tucked-away in rarely visited downtown Orlando’s Church Street. I actually went there with a group of friends for the first time a couple of weeks ago. “Inter read more

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Orlando Food & Wine Fest

Pulse of Central Florida | November 11th 2009 by Ashley K. Edwards

Central Florida residents, listen up! While the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is definitely a must-see, the upcoming Orlando Food & Wine Fest at Lake Eola is a more affordable venture. And you can bet I’ll be there….s read more

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Art & Copy Film Screening

Pulse of Central Florida | November 9th 2009 by Ashley K. Edwards

An acquaintance of mine invited me to a film screening tomorrow (11/10), hosted by the Orlando chapter of the American Advertising Federation. Unfortunately I won’t be able to make the event but wanted to share it with our readers here. The f read more

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Fall Fiesta in the Park at Lake Eola

Pulse of Central Florida | November 8th 2009 by Ashley K. Edwards

As I’ve posted several times, I always enjoy the local arts and crafts festivals in Central Florida. There are several to choose from throughout the year, including the Fall Festival in the Park at downtown’s Lake Eola, currently going o read more

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From the Streets

Pulse of Central Florida | November 8th 2009 by Ashley K. Edwards

I have a feeling I’m going to be showing my panties alot today.” (Location: Lake Eola, downtown Orlando. Fall Fiesta in the Park.) Posted in From the Streets Tagged: arts, downtown Orlando, Fal Fiesta in the Park, From the Streets, Lake read more

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From the Streets

Pulse of Central Florida | October 26th 2009 by Ashley K. Edwards

I totally have someone else’s blood in me!” (Location: Downtown Orlando.) Posted in From the Streets Tagged: downtown Orlando, From the Streets read more

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Get Latin in Downtown Orlando

Pulse of Central Florida | October 25th 2009 by Ashley K. Edwards

Festival Calle Orange in 10th Year Ever heard of The Festival Calle Orange? If not you haven’t been paying very close attention to events happening in the Central Florida area. Over 40 Latin artists are scheduled to perform in downtown Orlando read more

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From the Streets

Pulse of Central Florida | October 7th 2009 by Ashley K. Edwards

Who am I gonna be in a fake relationship with?” (Location: Downtown Orlando.) Posted in From the Streets Tagged: downtown Orlando, From the Streets read more

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From the Streets

Pulse of Central Florida | October 7th 2009 by Ashley K. Edwards

Her daughter’s kinda a whore.” (Location: On the streets of downtown Orlando.) Posted in From the Streets Tagged: downtown Orlando read more

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Out and About

Pulse of Central Florida | September 16th 2009 by Ashley K. Edwards

Adhere to this advice: (Location: Outside of a Wall Street Plaza venue in downtown Orlando.) Posted in Out and About Tagged: downtown Orlando, Out and About, Wall Street Plaza read more

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Orlando Bands

Orlando Florida | September 6th 2009 by Sunil Govind

Come join Orlando Bands at 57 West Downtown. Party starts at 7:00 PM! If you are in a band, be sure to bring your guitars to plug in and play! Drum set, amps and keyboard will be provided. Register for a FREE VIP ticket on OrlandoBands.com today! read more

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Orlando Bamboo Garden

Garden Monkey Florida | August 29th 2009 by laurence fosgate

This project on a lakefront north of downtown Orlando, was begun with one client for whom we've done multiple projects, and when he sold it, the new owner let us continue in the same vein. It represents the ultimate in synthesizing indoor/outdoor l read more

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Downtown BBQ Cook-Off

Living Orlando | August 28th 2009 by Chad Baker

Trinity Downtown is hosting an end of summer festival in downtown Orlando.  On Saturday, August 29, Trinity Downtown will present the Downtown BBQ Cook-off and Family Festival from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on the Trinity campus at 123 E. Livingston S read more

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City Skip Day

Living Orlando | August 28th 2009 by Chad Baker

Head down to Wall Street Plaza today for some free beer (while it lasts, there are 20 kegs to float), live music and good times with fellow Orlandoans. City Skip Day Some co-workers and I headed down to Wall Street around lunchtime and things were al read more

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Gator GET DOWN in O-Town

Orlando Florida | August 20th 2009 by Sunil Govind

It's here the next GATOR GET DOWN IN O-TOWN August 22, 2009 to kick off football season with a great line-up of downtown venues. Tickets are $10 for Members and $15 for Non-members ($20 at the door). Tickets can be purchased online at http://www.cent read more

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Pita Pit Coupons

Living Orlando | August 13th 2009 by Chad Baker

If you’re looking for a lunch idea, here are a couple incentives to head over to The Pita Pit. The coupons are good through the end of August at the Winter Park and downtown Orlando locations. Free Chips and a Fountain Drink with the purchase read more

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MAD About Words, Loving Dandelion Communitea Cafe

Living Orlando | August 11th 2009 by Chad Baker

I started using Twitter a few weeks back (find me @LivingOrlando) and immediately started to search for other Orlandoans using the service. Not surprisingly, I quickly found Orlando’s premier performance artist, @BrianFeldman, who was tweeting read more

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Orlando Public Library’s Urban Musical Instrument

Living Orlando | August 8th 2009 by Chad Baker

Standing outside the Orlando Public Library along Magnolia Avenue in downtown Orlando, you may not notice “Light Waves”. There’s a lot going on in this area and the entrance to the library is around the corner on Central. If you onl read more

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Virgin Olive Market

Pulse of Central Florida | July 26th 2009 by Ashley K. Edwards

I’ve lived near downtown Orlando’s Virgin Olive Market for several months but have only recently had the chance to visit. (NOTE: Not to be confused with The Black Olive.) This neighborhood bistro has charm and character, great food (so read more

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From the Streets

Pulse of Central Florida | July 24th 2009 by Ashley K. Edwards

One woman to another, at a downtown Orlando bar: Woman One: “I would totally date you if I were gay.” Woman Two: “Awww…thanks!” Posted in From the Streets Tagged: downtown Orlando, From the Streets, Star, Stardust Lou read more