People
Story of a Brewmaster: Garrett Ward of Sideward Brewing
The co-owner of the Milk District brewery says, “There’s nothing a beer can’t solve.”
Story of a … Theme Park Monster at Halloween Horror Nights
Following in his father’s footsteps, Asher Adams comes to life as Frankenstein.
Story of a… Forager
Activist Rob Greenfield has taken on the challenge of growing and foraging 100 percent of his food for 365 days, with just over two months to go.
Story of a… Rigger
John Neal rises to the challenges of “one of the last professions that is physically and cerebrally demanding.”
Sharon Vaughn: Around the World and Back Again
Acclaimed songwriter Sharon Vaughn, known for her country tunes, returns to the hometown where so much of her music took root.
Story of a… Surf Instructor
Former competitive surfer Molli Miller now gets her biggest thrill from teaching the next generation how to catch and ride the waves.
Spotlight: A New Happily Ever After
A diagnosis turns a young woman’s life upside down, leading her to rethink storybook heroes for kids.
Story of a… Butterfly Farmer
Dan Dunwoody’s love of insects took flight in elementary school, and he’s never looked back.
Orlando's Women Of The Year 2019
Women who are making a positive impact on our community.
Jeffery Redding: Passion and Purpose
Grammy-winning choral director Jeffery Redding brings arts cachet, educator fame to West Orange High.
The B.L.A.I.R. Connection: A Healing Legacy
Teen who lost older sister to a rare disease creates a sibling support website to help people like her move forward.
Story of a… Drone Pilot
He’s been at gunpoint, cussed out and assaulted, but Terry Clunk still believes the sky’s the limit for his misunderstood industry.
Story of a… Wildlife Rescuer
For Debbie Helsel, Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge in Lake Nona is home.
Steve Spurrier: Back in the Game
The legendary Steve Spurrier is once again ready for launch, this time as head coach of the newly minted Orlando Apollos. And the Ol’ Ball Coach has a bunch of plays he thinks you’ll like.
Bickley Wilson: Portrait of Goodness
How one woman provided artists of all ages a place they could call home.
Story of a… Roller Coaster Designer
Engineer and Skyline Attractions co-founder Chris Gray made good on his childhood dream of crafting thrill rides.
Story of a… Christmas Caroler
Andrea Tyler loves the holidays, so when she sings, she likes to let it show, let it show, let it show.
Story of a… Drum Major
Veteran UCF Marching Knights drum major Sarah Spielman puts aside her shyness “to make music with 375 of my closest friends.”
Story of a… Cat Behaviorist
Stephanie Merlin peers at the world through cats’ eyes to help correct their bad behavior.
Story of a… Centenarian
107-year-old Midge Ruff of Winter Park credits “genes and being blessed” for her unusually long life.
Story of a… Lifeguard
For more than four decades, Kimberly Lytle has “lived the world of lifeguarding.”
Growing Up Gridiron: UCF's New Head Coach
Even as a toddler, Josh Heupel was wired to be a competitor and a champion. Now as UCF’s new head coach, he seeks to build on perfection.
Story of a… Bus Driver
Florida Operator of the Year and 33-year veteran Melinda Demers says driving a LYNX bus “isn’t as easy as it looks.”
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Dec
12
Thu
Dec 12 @ 7:30 pm – Dec 13 @ 9:30 pm
This December, the Central Florida Community Choir, members of the CFCArts Symphony Orchestra, as well as the CFCArts Dance Company present ‘Tis the Season: A Holiday Extravaganza! This joyous holiday concert will have you dashing into the most wonderful time of the year! Enjoy your favorite holiday classics like “O Holy Night”, and “Deck the Halls” while rocking around the Christmas Tree to some modern holiday hits! Join the powerful 300 voice community choir, rockin’ musicians of the symphony orchestra, as well as the high-kicking, spectacular members of the CFCArts Dance Company for what has become one of Central Florida’s most celebrated holiday traditions! Gather your family and friends to sing along as CFCArts celebrates the season of joy, peace, community, and hope.
Advance tickets start at just $10. Children 3 & under get in free. Ticket are available now! Visit our website for more information and tickets.
Sponsor: Central Florida Community Arts
Dec
13
Fri
Artwork and live music in the park between Casselberry City Hall and Lake Concord. Food trucks and other vendors on site as well.
Experience this beloved family favorite as it is brought to life on stage, in the 1940’s fictional town of Hohman, Indiana. This musical follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker and his quest for the most coveted of Christmas gifts – an official Red Ryder carbine-action 200-shot Range Model air rifle. This family classic about a boy scheming to acquire his treasured BB gun is sure to entertain audiences of all ages.
The show starts on November 22 and runs until December 15. On Discount Night, tickets are $15 for all seats! For more information visit our website at https://cfcarts.com/a-christmas-story/
Sponsor: Central Florida Community Arts
Dec 13 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
In this hilarious Christmas classic, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids–probably the most inventively awful kids in history. You won’t believe the mayhem – and the fun – when the Herdmans collide with the Christmas story head on!
Sponsor: Moonlight Players Theatre
Dec
14
Sat
Dec 14 – Dec 15 all-day
Canine Extravaganza, the nation’s largest celebration of dogs, returns to Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center’s North/South Building this December 14th and 15th with exciting elements for all dog lovers. Tickets are on sale NOW, and one ticket lets you enjoy daytime and nighttime events.
Presented by the American Kennel Club® (AKC) and Royal Canin, this two-day event takes place on Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. – 9 p.m., with plenty of fun events and thousands of dogs for the whole family to enjoy!
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