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May 05
History of Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo is almost here and many are ready to celebrate! With an abundance of restaurants hosting specials and extravagant festivities on the horizon here in Central Florida, do you know the reason behind this momentous occasion? What makes this day in May so special? If you are just as curious as us, keep […]

May 03
May Calendar of Events

Lake Nona  May 2nd SHE Night 7pm @ Dockside Lake Nona 13623 Sachs Ave. Orlando, FL 32827 May 5 LIME Fresh Cinco de Mayo Celebration @ LIME Fresh Mexican Grill: 13052 Narcoossee Rd Orlando, FL 32832 Cinco de Mayo in Boxi Park – Ticketed Event 21+ @ Boxi Park: 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd. Orlando, FL 32827 May 7  […]

Apr 07
April Activities Calendar 2022

Lake Nona  April 9  Back to Nature’s Hop to it Spring Festival 10am-2pm @ Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge, 10525 Clapp Simms Duda Rd Orlando, FL 32832 Spring Picnic 11am-1pm @ Nona Church, 11221 John Wycliffe Blvd Orlando, FL 32832 April 16 Orlando Mom Easter Egg Hunt 1:30pm-3:30pm@ XL Soccer World Lake Nona, 12314 Suttner Ave, Orlando, […]

Mar 29
Sunbridge Community

Just when you thought you’ve experienced all that’s possible in Tavistock’s “Live/Work/Play” Community Concept, they are giving us a lot more to get excited about!! Introducing, Sunbridge, a master-planned community, just 2 miles east of Lake Nona.  Sunbridge will span over 24,000 acres from Orange County to Osceola County and will include single-family, multi-family, and […]

Mar 29
Wycliffe Discovery Center

Wycliffe Bible Translators is a religious nonprofit organization that is based here, in Central Florida, and from the Lake Nona area, no less! Their address is at 11221 John Wycliffe Blvd, Orlando, FL 32832. This organization has a lot to offer us that correlates with the Easter Season! Wycliffe’s Roots According to the Wycliffe website, […]

Mar 29
News from Orlando: Live Music Lineup, Bird-Watching Getaway, Local Neighborhood Exploration and More

Today’s travel tip sheet includes information on Orlando’s stellar lineup of live entertainment, ideas for a bird-watching getaway, a popular soccer tournament, and a closer look at activities and unique eats in the local Lake Nona community. Keep reading to find out the latest Orlando entertainment! In this Article: Spring into Soccer: 2022 MexTour Heading […]

Mar 29
Taking Flight To The Heart Of Lake Nona: Global Angel Wings Project

Lake Nona is known for its tight-knit community and flourishing culture. With an abundance of places to visit including restaurants and parks galore, there is so much to do and see here in lovely Lake Nona. At almost every turn, this community holds beautiful artwork created by a multitude of artists whose art covers this […]

Mar 29
What’s Upcoming In Lake Nona?

Lake Nona is home to a vibrant section of the City Beautiful with so many things to do and unique experiences nearby. It’s exciting to know there is so much more fun around the corner and in-store for Lake Nona! For the future, whether very near or distant future, there are a few more projects […]

Mar 29
April is Autism Acceptance Month

Many of us know someone with autism, which makes this month and World Autism Day, April 2nd, all the more significant to each one of us. This month is not only about bringing awareness to autism, but it is about helping others to understand how inclusivity matters for those who have been diagnosed with autism.  […]

Mar 01
Disney’s Big Move To Lake Nona

Based on reports that date back to January of 2021, The Walt Disney Company has begun the process of moving 2,000 jobs from Southern California to Lake Nona, Florida. The positions that are moving include roles that are not fully dedicated to Disneyland Resort, or international parks business. Tim Giuliani, Orlando Economic Partnership President, and […]