2-year program prepares Central Florida arts groups to face the future

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 1/23 10:00P Matthew J. Palm

A two-year project involving more than 20 organizations and designed to shape the future of Central Florida s cultural scene drew to a close Friday — even as leaders warned that the real work is just...

Dr. Phillips Charities gives $500,000 birthday gift to Orlando Family Stage

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 1/22 3:00A Matthew J. Palm

Orlando Family Stage has received a very big present for its 100th birthday. In honor of the nonprofit theater s centennial celebration, Dr. Phillips Charities has awarded Orlando Family Stage $500,000 to be disbursed over two years. The money...

Win Busch Gardens Tickets + Score $5 Early Bird Tickets to the Florida Kids & Family Expo

My Central Florida Family 1/22 2:18A Brandi Zrallack

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Bach Festival Society raises voices to celebrate America 250

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 1/20 10:00P Matthew J. Palm

When artistic director John Sinclair set about planning the Bach Festival Society s 2026 concerts , he became something of a Yankee doodle dandy. I ve programmed things in the American vein, and I ve...

Finding validation among Morse Museum’s ‘Victorian Clutter’

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 1/19 10:00P Matthew J. Palm

The start of the new year is traditionally when the collectors among us look around our homes, consider the accumulated dust on the credenzas, coffee tables and bureaus covered with knickknacks and...

Orlando family events this weekend: Top kid-friendly picks for Jan 23–25, 2026

Orlando Family Fun Magazine 1/19 9:04P Karl Moranette

This short guide lists the best Orlando family events this weekend (Jan 23–25). It is written so families can read... The post Orlando family events this weekend: Top kid-friendly picks for Jan 23–25, 2026 appeared first on Orlando Family Fun...

A Sweet Valentine’s Event Guide for Central Florida Families

My Central Florida Family 1/19 7:13A Brandi Zrallack

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Touch-A-Truck Events Roll Into Central Florida for Spring 2026

My Central Florida Family 1/19 6:47A Brandi Zrallack

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ILLUMINATE – A Lantern Festival Brings a Brighter Start to 2026 at Aquatica Orlando

My Central Florida Family 1/19 6:02A Brandi Zrallack

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Hannah’s Closet Children’s Consignment Sale Is Back in Winter Park This January

My Central Florida Family 1/19 5:31A Brandi Zrallack

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Florida Residents Can Save Big With Fun Spot America’s Weekday Special

My Central Florida Family 1/19 5:19A Brandi Zrallack

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Your Guide to the 2026 Children’s Gasparilla in Tampa: Dates, Events, and Fun for Central Florida...

My Central Florida Family 1/19 3:47A Brandi Zrallack

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Central Florida Consignment Sales: Score Big on Gently Used Finds for the Whole Family!

My Central Florida Family 1/18 6:57P Brandi Zrallack

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Arts changes, cancellations include Renée Fleming, plays

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 1/16 10:00P Matthew J. Palm

We have some arts schedule changes to report, so get out your erasers if you keep an old-school calendar, or hover your finger over the delete button on your keyboard. First up, and most significant in terms of the number of people affected,...

A week of musical history and magnificent maestros | Reviews

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 1/15 10:00P Matthew J. Palm

It was a banner week for music lovers, with two special programs this week from two of Central Florida s signature arts organizations. Tuesday brought Potsdam, a music and history event that was part...