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Orlando Magic’s Jameer Nelson Presented Runway To Hope $25K to Help Fight Childhood Cancer
Orlando Magic’s Jameer Nelson Presented Runway To Hope $25K to Help Fight Childhood Cancer
Orlando Magic guard Jameer Nelson presented Runway To Hope with a check for $25,000 at their 2013 Spring Fashion Soiree fundraiser on Saturday, May 11. Nelson also served as a “celebrity escort” during the fashion show to support the organization at their annual fundraiser.
“I truly adore what this foundation is about,” said Nelson. “Hopefully one day we can find a cure for childhood cancer…From my heart I think this is a great cause, it’s such an honor to be involved in it.” Continue reading
CFBACC @ Drury Hotel Orlando- Business After Hours
Central Florida Brazilian American Chamber of Commerce, Business After hours event, are becoming more popular every month and it is also not only proving itself as a great business networking tool, but also as the numbers of new members grow after each event, they know they are doing something right. Continue reading
Lion Country Safari, Miami Seaquarium, Museum of Discovery and Science and Zoo Miami Announce 2013 ‘Summer Savings Pass’
Lion Country Safari, Miami Seaquarium, Museum of Discovery and Science and Zoo Miami will be offering a ‘Summer Savings Pass‘ for the fifth year in a row. The ‘Summer Savings Pass’ will give its buyers unlimited admission to all four attractions throughout the summer! 4 attractions…4 months of fun…1 low price.
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11th Annual I-Drive 5K Sponsors
This is our 11th Year Anniversary and plans are well under way to make it the best I-Drive 5K Run!
The race is scheduled for: Saturday, May 11th, 2013 at Pointe Orlando on International Drive.
We are asking our I-Drive business partners to donate prizes for this event! This year we are in need of 98 prizes for the winners. Prizes such as dinner gift certificates, golf gift certificates, attraction tickets, hotel stays or promotional items in quantities of 2, 4 or 6 are needed to help make this year’s event a complete success. Prizes should be sent to the Intl. Drive Improvement District / I-Ride Trolley Office by April 30th 2013.
This event benefits the I-Drive YMCA Aquatic & Family Center’s “Learn to Swim” Scholarship Program.
Last year we raised over $14,000.
If you have any questions on the items to donate, please don’t hesitate to contact me at 407-248-9590 or
via an e-mail at ddaugherty@iridetrolley.com.
Thank you in advance for your support!
Please send all donations by April 30th 2013 to: I-Ride Trolley District Office
Attn: Denise Daugherty
7081 Grand National Dr, Suite 105
Orlando, FL 32819
11th Annual I-Drive 5K Sponsors
International Drive Improvement District ▪ Pointe Orlando ▪ The Peabody Orlando
Visit Orlando ▪ Whole Foods ▪ Mears Transportation
SeaWorld Orlando ▪ Crowne Plaza ▪ Rosen Hotels ▪ WonderWorks
Orange County Fire & Rescue ▪ Orange County Sheriff’s Office
Time to take Action!
Dear Brazilian friends, good afternoon. It was a pleasure to spend time with all of you at the Breakfast and/or Business After Hours of the Brazilian Chamber of Commerce. I encourage you to join me to call Florida House and Senate to pass a sales tax rebate legislation that will help us to build a new soccer stadium and compete to obtain a Major League Soccer franchise. Please, read the letter below.
Obrigado!
Luis M.
Mayor Dyer and the City of Orlando are working hard to secure a Major League Soccer franchise for Florida. Opportunities to add a top tier professional sports franchise to the state are very rare, and cities from across the country are competing with Florida right now for the economic investment and exciting quality-of-life amenity that a professional sports franchise can offer.
Due to the rapid growth in soccer’s popularity, MLS has publically announced expansion of their league with a desire to have a team located in Orlando. MLS’s possible expansion into Florida will depend on the selected cities being able to build soccer-ready stadiums for their expansion team. To help fund a soccer-ready stadium, the City is seeking legislation from the State of Florida that would provide a sales tax rebate for the stadium. This funding is no different than what is currently offered to all other major league sports teams in Florida.
There are only seven days left in the 2013 session in Tallahassee, but legislation to give MLS equal standing with the other professional sports leagues in Florida is currently stalled in the Florida House of Representatives.
If legislation does not get passed this year it is likely MLS will choose to locate their expansion team in Atlanta rather than in Orlando. This means Orlando and the entire State of Florida will lose the opportunity to create new jobs, generate additional international travel, especially from Brazil, and highlight Florida to the millions of international fans that make soccer the most popular sport in the world.
We need YOU, along with your co-workers, friends and family, to help break through the logjam. Below is information on how to contact Speaker Weatherford’s office along with additional background on the impact Major League Soccer would have here in Orlando and across our region and state.
HERE’S HOW YOU CAN HELP – PLEASE TAKE THIS ACTION NOW OR FIRST THING TOMORROW!
Please call and email House Speaker Will Weatherford and Senate President Don Gaetz’s office using the number and email link below
Speaker Weatherford
850-488-1450
Will.weatherford@myfloridahouse.gov
Senate President Gaetz
850-487-5229
Gaetz.don.web@flsenate.gov
WHY MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER?
In the past decade, Major League Soccer (MLS) has quickly surpassed other professional sports in popularity, boasting higher attendance than both the NBA and NHL – and surprisingly MLS doesn’t have any teams in the Southeast region of the country.
Orlando and Florida are competing for an expansion team with cities like New York, Atlanta, Washington D.C., and Minneapolis.
Flavio Augusto da Silva, a Brazilian businessman, recently acquired the majority ownership interest in Orlando City Soccer and is looking to bring thousands of international soccer fans and their economic impact to Central Florida’s front door. This also positions Orlando to become the U.S. soccer destination for all Latino soccer fans.
The hospitality industry remains the backbone of Central Florida’s economy and international travel is critical to ensuring the economic growth of Central Florida. Take for example, in 2009, when TAM airlines added a direct flight from Saó Paulo, Brazil to Orlando, the Mall at Millenia and the Prime Outlet Malls immediately saw double digit increases in sales.
We have the rare opportunity for a second major league professional sports franchise to call Orlando home and if we don’t seize this opportunity now we could lose it forever.
ABOUT THE LEGISLATION:
The primary bill being discussed is Senate Bill 306, relating to economic development – though other bills in both chambers propose various development incentives for professional sports development in Florida.
The legislation would treat MLS like all other professional sports leagues for purposes of a sales tax rebate to help finance the construction of a soccer-specific stadium in downtown Orlando.
The sales tax rebate comes from new sales tax revenues generated by the new stadium – it does not redirect existing sales tax revenues.
The legislation being proposed adds new accountability measures to the existing rebate program.
This new legislation ensures that the economic activity promised is actually achieved.
Thank you,
Luis M. Martinez-Alicea
Multicultural Affairs Director
City of Orlando
400 S. Orange Avenue
Orlando, FL 32802
Tel. (407) 246-4128
Fax. (407) 246-3434
Get Informed! / ¡Infórmate!
Facebook.com/CityOfOrlando
Facebook.com/CiudadDeOrlando
CityOfOrlando.net
CiudadDeOrlando.net
“To strengthen the commitment of the City of Orlando with its diverse, multicultural community by building strong communication bonds between its residents, businesses and community organizations to accomplish a collective collaboration and enhancement of the citizens’ quality of life.”
“Fortalecer el compromiso con la diversa comunidad multicultural de la Ciudad de Orlando solidificando los lazos estrechos de comunicación entre sus residentes, negocios y organizaciones comunitarias, propiciando la colaboración colectiva y optimización de la calidad de vida de los ciudadanos.”
Florida has a very broad public records law. As a result, any
written communication created or received by the City of
Orlando officials and employees will be made available to the
public and media, upon request, unless otherwise exempt.
Under Florida law, email addresses are public records.
If you do not want your email address released in response
to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to
this office. Instead, contact our office by phone or in writing.
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SOLAR BEARS HELP LAUNCH HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY LEAGUE IN CENTRAL FLORIDA League Promotes Growth and Awareness of Hockey in Community
SOLAR BEARS HELP LAUNCH HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY LEAGUE IN CENTRAL FLORIDA
League Promotes Growth and Awareness of Hockey in Community
Orlando, FL – The Orlando Solar Bears announced today that they have partnered with the Central Florida High School Hockey League (CFHSHL) in promoting and developing high school hockey in the Central Florida. The student-athletes playing in the CFHSHL will register with USA Hockey and will follow its rules.
“The Central Florida High School Hockey League Board of Directors and Coaches are very excited to partner with the Orlando Solar Bears,” said Julio Guerra, President of the CFHSHL. “The relationship aligns the goals of both organizations by expanding the great sport of ice hockey in our community. CFHSHL’s Inaugural 2013 season will see seven (7) regional teams and over 100 student-athletes 
competing from Seminole, Orange, Brevard, Volusia, Osceola, Lake, Duval and other counties. We anticipate rapid growth and are grateful to have the Solar Bears involvement and support.”
To aid new and prospective players with the initial start-up expenses, the Central Florida High School Hockey League made the entry fee reasonable, and will provide equipment swaps and inexpensive skills clinics. The Solar Bears are providing jerseys and socks for the teams. The Orange and Seminole County jerseys will sport the CFHSHL logo crest with the Solar Bears logo on the upper right chest. The league continues the growth of high school hockey in Florida by establishing the Solar Bears Conference to join with South Florida‘s Panthers Conference and the Lightning Conference in Tampa Bay. The majority of the games will be played at the Solar Bears practice facility, the RDV Sportsplex Ice Den in Orlando, and the seven teams in the conference will compete for the Solar Bears Championship Cup. The Championship Game is scheduled to be played on Saturday, June 22.
“We have a long list of community based goals and objectives, with the growth of youth hockey right there at the top of that list,” said Solar Bears Managing Partner, Jason Siegel. “Our involvement and sponsorship of High School Hockey along with our participation in youth ‘house leagues’ at RDV, SpaceCoast, and Daytona represents another step toward achieving those goals. Youth hockey participation has grown incrementally this past season since the Solar Bears first took the ice back in October of 2012 and this League will provide yet another outlet to showcase the talent of these high school-aged student-athletes.”
The CFHSHL completed a “pilot” season last year featuring 75 high school students residing in five different counties surrounding Orlando. This number is expected to grow to over 100 participants this year, with the eventual goal to see each high school have the ability to field a team exclusively made up of their own students. In turn this will increase the awareness, participation, and accessibility of hockey in Central Florida.
Student-athletes from 38 different High Schools will skate in the CFHSHL: Apopka, Atlantic, Berkshire, Bishop Kenny, Boone, Connections Academy, Crooms, DeLand, Deltona Christian, Dr. Phillips, East Ridge, Eustis, Father Lopez, Fleming Island, FLVS, Freedom, Hagerty, Lake Brantley, Lake Highland Prep, Lake Mary, Lake Nona, Lyman, Mainland, Mandarin, Monteverde Academy, Oviedo, Pace Brantley, Phantom Trail, Seminole, Seminole Virtual, Spruce Creek, St. Cloud, Timber Creek, University, Weikva, West Orange, Winter Park, and Yulee High.
The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and Des Moines, Iowa, AHL, play all of their home games at the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center.
Follow the Solar Bears at www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com, Facebook, and Twitter (@OrlandoHockey) for all the latest news and updates.
Don’t get shut-out when we sell out! Take advantage of the Orlando Solar Bears season ticket pre-sale offer by placing a $50 deposit per ticket now to receive seat selection priority for the 2013-14 season. Call the Solar Bears at407-951-8200 or visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com.
Group tickets are a great way to entertain employees, co-workers, clients, friends and family. For more information on discounted group tickets and a list of group benefits, call 407-951-8200 or click here.
Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel, and headwear can be purchased online at: http://shop.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/
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SPLASH. SIP. SMILE. AT HYATT REGENCY GRAND CYPRESS Family Favorite Recreation Amenities Now Open With Summer Splash Savings
The award-winning Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, located one mile from Walt Disney World® and close to Universal Orlando® and SeaWorld® Orlando, unveils the renovated lagoon pool and enhanced recreation amenities for timeless family fun.
Summer Splash Special Offer
Book your next vacation at www.HyattGrandCypress.com and use code SUMMER to receive a food and beverage credit for use during your stay now through September 30, 2013. Enjoy the resort’s award-winning restaurants including Cascade American Bistro, Hemingway’s, or the new On the Rocks pool bar. Rates begin at $169*.
Living up to its ‘cool pool’ designation, the lagoon pool is the signature attraction at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress surrounded by enhanced lush tropical landscaping, rock formations, modern lighting, and finishing touches. Located along the 1,000 feet of white sandy beach of private Lake Windsong, the 800,000 gallon, ½ acre, free-flowing lagoon pool boasts 12 waterfalls, heated and non-heated pools, two whirlpools.
Orlando Philharmonic & Orlando Shakes Team Up for “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
Orlando Philharmonic & Orlando Shakes
Team Up for “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
This month, the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra and Orlando Shakespeare Theater will join forces for the very first time for a one-performance-only production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, featuring a dramatic presentation of Shakespeare’s play accompanied by all of Mendelssohn’s incidental music. The sole performance will be Saturday, April 27 at 8 p.m. at the Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre, 401 W Livingston Street, Orlando. Tickets are available through the Orlando Philharmonic Box Office at 407-770-0071 or OrlandoPhil.org. The performance is sponsored by the Bryce L. West Foundation. Continue reading
Lake Eola Food and Wine Fest Downtown Orlando
Downtown Food & Wine Fest This Weekend at Lake Eola
Produced by MIX 105.1, 1059 SUNNY FM, and 102 JAMZ in partnership with the
Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association
One more time the Downtown Food&Wine Festival at Lake Eola brought a great combination of Restaurants, people and getting to know all the food and different wines from Orlando. Fogo de Chao the Beat Brazilian Steakhouse in Orlando was a major success. Liquid lounge was also a popular hangout offering great music and happy gatherings.
Bright House Networks was present with Channel 13, and many Hotels presenting their own Restaurants, providing guests with an even better experience.
The Festival has grown and showed much more than last year, and despite the weather, everybody was there having fun!
CIFO AND THE INSTITUTO VALENCIANO DE ARTE MODERNO WELCOME SCULPTOR MIQUEL NAVARRO TO THE CIFO ART SPACE The Exhibition will take place from April 8 – May 12, 2013
The Cisneros Fontanals Art Foundation (CIFO) in collaboration with the Instituto Valenciano de Arte Moderno (IVAM) welcomes Spanish sculptor Miquel Navarro and his exhibition Miquel Navarro. City Metaphors. Selections from the IVAM Collection to the CIFO Art Space. This exhibition is the first initiative of the partnership, which consists on the exchange of exhibitions of their respective collections.
Miquel Navarro was born in Valencia and studied in the San Carlos School of Fine Art in Valencia. He started his career in 1972 as a painter and has since worked exclusively in sculpture. Navarro has received many awards such as the Premio Nacional de Artes Plasticas, the Alfonso Roig Prize, and the Julio Gonzalez International Prize from IVAM. His also a member of the Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando de Madrid. The work of Miquel Navarro is characterized by his unmistakable representations of cities or “clusters” and constitute a prototype he uses for his sculptural installations when grouping together small pieces, configured as diverse urban buildings, ranging from houses to factories, from ornamental to representational. Their structure is based on what is clearly an imaginary urbanism, a key aspect of Navarro’s works, now part of the IVAM’s permanent collection thanks to his generous donation of 515 pieces. This collection of works reflects his different stages allowing viewers to appreciate his creative style.
Miquel Navarro. City Metaphors. Selections from the IVAM Collection is characterized by massive sculptures and features over a thousand pieces of different materials such as aluminum, zinc, and wood. His work is based on how cities can suggest different meanings depending on the spectator. Spread out across the gallery floor, the installations consist of sculptures that have been deconstructed in order to resemble a city seen from above. This is Navarro’s first exhibition in South Florida.
“We are very happy to host Navarro at the CIFO Space,” said Ella Fontanals-Cisneros, CIFO’s Founder. “To have an artist of the caliber of Navarro is an honor that will help us further the mission of the foundation.”
This exhibition marks the first collaboration between CIFO and the IVAM. As part of this partnership, the IVAM will host in September, CIFO’s exhibition Frames and Documents, Selections of the Ella Fontanals-Cisneros Collection.
“Navarro’s work has stood the test of time. It has prevailed and asserted its place with determination and discipline,” explained Consuelo Ciscar, Director of the Instituto Valenciano de Arte Moderno.
The exhibition will open with a press conference and brunch on April 8 at 11 a.m. and will remain until May 12, 2013. In attendance will be Miquel Navarro; Cristina Barrios, Consul General of Spain; Consuelo Ciscar, Director of IVAM; Emilio Sanchez, President of the Spain-Florida Foundation; and Jesus Fuenmayor, Executive Director of CIFO.
The exhibition is part of a series of events scheduled to celebrate the 500 years of historical, cultural, social and economic contributions of Spain to Florida since the arrival of Ponce de Leon in Florida.
For more information on the Cisneros Fontanals Art Foundation or on how to support CIFO’s mission and the CIFO Art Space, please visit our website at www.cifo.org .
About CIFO
The Cisneros Fontanals Art Foundation, is a non-profit organization established in 2002 by Ella Fontanals-Cisneros and her family to support artists who are exploring new directions in contemporary art. CIFO fosters cultural understanding and educational exchange through three primary initiatives: a Grants and Commissions Program for emerging and mid-career visual artists from Latin America; an exhibitions program showcasing work by Latin American artists and international contemporary art from the Ella Fontanals-Cisneros Collection at the CIFO Art Space; and foundation-initiated support for other arts and culture projects.
CIFO Art Space // 1018 North Miami Avenue// Miami, FL 33136 // Wednesday – Sunday, noon – 4pm // Admission is free// www.cifo.org// 305.455.3380
BEATTIE SCORES TWICE AS SOLAR BEARS FALL 6-3 Orlando Closes Out 2012-13 Season
BEATTIE SCORES TWICE AS SOLAR BEARS FALL 6-3
Orlando Closes Out 2012-13 Season
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Estero, FL - F Kyle Beattie scored twice in the final five minutes but the Solar Bears closed out the 2012-13 season with a 6-3 loss to the Florida Everblades at the Germain Arena on Saturday night.
The Everblades struck early in the first period for the second straight game. F Daniel Koger led a a 2-on-1 rush up the right side and fired a wrister past Orlando G Bryce Merriam to give Florida the lead 2:44 into the frame. The Solar Bears 
answered with a power play goal with 2:31 to go in the period when forward C.J. Severyn swatted a rebound off a shot from C Ryan Cruthers through the legs of G Jesse Deckert, evening the score a 1-1 with the power play marker. The score lasted just 14 seconds as F Will MacDonald gathered a rebound in the slot and blasted it into the back of the net, putting Florida ahead 2-1 going into the second frame.
An early second period power play helped Florida expand their lead to 3-1. A shot from the left point by D Adam Brace was deflected by LW Mathieu Roy on the power play giving Florida the two goal advantage. With 6:03 left in the second stanza, F Corey Trivino took a pass from Roy and wristed the puck home to put Florida ahead 4-1 going into the third.
Two quick goals in the third period just 39 seconds apart saw the Everblades expand their lead to 6-1 when MacDonald added his second, followed by Roy’s second of the game as well. With time winding down in the final stanza, Beattie knocked home his first professional goal when he cruised through the slot and finished off a pass from F Olivier Fortier. Beattie tallied his second of the night 2:02 later, when he finished off a drop pass from Severyn for the final goal of the 2012-13 season for Orlando and the final 6-3 score.
Three Stars: 1. M. Roy (FLA); 2. W. MacDonald (FLA); 3. M. Pistilli (FLA)
Power Plays: ORL: 1/4; FLA: 1/3
Shots: ORL: 28; FLA: 29
Notes:
The Solar Bears finished the year with the second best record of the four new teams to the ECHL, with only the Fort Wayne Komets collecting more points than Orlando this season… F Kyle Beattie’s third period goals were the first two of his professional career… The game experienced a lengthy delay midway through the second frame when C Joel Broda hit D Maury Edwards along the wall, shattering the glass separating the penalty box from the stands… D Mark Nemec got in his first professional fight in the second period… Tonight’s game was the final game of the 2012-13 ‘Out of Hibernation’ season for the Solar Bears.
The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and AHL’s Houston Aeros, play all of their home games at the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center.
Individual tickets for all regular season home games are on sale beginning as low as $15. To purchase your tickets, please visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com or the Amway Center Box Office.
Follow the Solar Bears at www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com, Facebook, and Twitter (@OrlandoHockey) for all the latest news and updates.
Don’t get shut-out when we sell out! Take advantage of the Orlando Solar Bears season ticket pre-sale offer by placing a $50 deposit per ticket now to receive seat selection priority for the 2013-14 season. Call the Solar Bears at407-951-8200 or visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com.
Group tickets are a great way to entertain employees, co-workers, clients, friends and family. For more information on discounted group tickets and a list of group benefits, call 407-951-8200 or click here.
Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel, and headwear can be purchased online at: http://shop.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/
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FLORIDA TAKES DOWN ORLANDO 5-1 Orlando Plays Final Game of 2012-13 Season Tomorrow in Estero
FLORIDA TAKES DOWN ORLANDO 5-1
Orlando Plays Final Game of 2012-13 Season Tomorrow in Estero
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Estero, FL - Center Joel Broda scored his first goal as a Solar Bears but the Solar Bears fell 5-1 to the Florida Everblades at the Germain Arena on Friday night.
Florida got the scoring started just 1:46 seconds into the game. F Shawn O’Donnell squeezed a pass between G Bryce Merriam and the right goal post on to the stick of 
F Mike Merrifield, and Merrifield slipped the puck into the open net to give Florida the 1-0 lead. The Everblades increased their lead to 2-0 at 13:59, when a defensive zone turnover concluded with O’Donnell knocking home his own rebound on a backhander, giving the Everblades the two goal lead heading into the second frame.
A scoreless second period saw the 2-0 score head into the third, where the Everblades quickly increased their lead. During 4-on-4 action, C David Rutherford completed an end-to-end rush, tucking the shot past Merriam to open up a 3-0 lead. F Corey Trivino made it 4-0 when he snapped home a rebound on a power play, and F Matthew Pistillia pushed the score to 5-0 when one-timed home a pass from LW Mathieu Roy at 13:40. Orlando got on the board with 4:55 to play, when C Joel Broda tipped home a pass from C Ryan Cruthers while shorthanded for the final 5-1 score.
Three Stars: 1. M. Merrifield (FLA); 2. S. O’Donnell (FLA); 3. J. Deckert (FLA)
Power Plays: ORL: 0/5; FLA: 1/4
Shots: ORL: 29; FLA: 30
Notes:
Orlando plays their final game of the 2012-13 season tomorrow night in Estero, FL… G Patrick Killeen was scratched tonight due to injury. He is not expected to dress for tomorrow’s game… C Joel Broda scored his first goal as a Solar Bear in the third period. The goal came shorthanded… The Solar Bears are now .500 against the Everblades this season with a 7-7-1-0 record.
The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and AHL’s Houston Aeros, play all of their home games at the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center.
Individual tickets for all regular season home games are on sale beginning as low as $15. To purchase your tickets, please visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com or the Amway Center Box Office.
Follow the Solar Bears at www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com, Facebook, and Twitter (@OrlandoHockey) for all the latest news and updates.
Don’t get shut-out when we sell out! Take advantage of the Orlando Solar Bears season ticket pre-sale offer by placing a $50 deposit per ticket now to receive seat selection priority for the 2013-14 season. Call the Solar Bears at407-951-8200 or visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com.
Group tickets are a great way to entertain employees, co-workers, clients, friends and family. For more information on discounted group tickets and a list of group benefits, call 407-951-8200 or click here.
Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel, and headwear can be purchased online at: http://shop.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/
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8,558 FANS TURNED OUT FOR FINAL HOME GAME OF THE 2012-13 SEASON Orlando Plays Final Two Games of 2012-13 Season on the Road
8,558 FANS TURNED OUT FOR FINAL HOME GAME
OF THE 2012-13 SEASON
OF THE 2012-13 SEASON
Orlando Plays Final Two Games of 2012-13 Season on the Road
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Orlando, FL - The Solar Bears fell to Florida Everblades by a 3-1 score in front of 8,558 fans at the Amway Center for their final home game of the 2012-13 season on Wednesday night.
Florida started the scoring with a power play goal at 5:39 in the first period. F 
Adam Brace took control of the puck at the blue line and fired a pass to F Matthew Pistilli who redirected the puck in front of the net, giving Florida a 1-0 lead that continued into the second period. Continue reading
Walt Disney World Resort to Serve as Backdrop for First-Ever ‘A Walk Around The World’ Charity Walk
Walt Disney World Resort to Serve as Backdrop for First-Ever ‘A Walk Around The World’ Charity Walk
For A Cause Announces Multi-Day Charity Walking Event, November 14-18, 2013
The very notion of what’s magical will take on new meaning in America’s most famous theme park this November. For the first time ever, the Walt Disney World Resort will be the venue to For A Cause, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that orchestrates multi-day charity walks in vacation destinations that uniquely allow participants to walk for the charity of their choice. Continue reading
NEAL’S HAT TRICK NOT ENOUGH AS EVERBLADES POWER PAST SOLAR BEARS Orlando Plays Final Home Game of 2012-13 Season Tomorrow Night
March 26, 2013
NEAL’S HAT TRICK NOT ENOUGH
AS EVERBLADES POWER PAST SOLAR BEARS
Orlando Plays Final Home Game of 2012-13 Season Tomorrow Night
AS EVERBLADES POWER PAST SOLAR BEARS
Orlando Plays Final Home Game of 2012-13 Season Tomorrow Night
Orlando, FL - F Michael Neal notched three goals for the Solar Bears but it wasn’t enough as Orlando surrendered three power play goals in an 8-3 loss to the Florida Everblades in front of 6,701 fans at the Amway Center on Tuesday night.
The Solar Bears started the scoring 4:26 into the first period. F Nick McParland fired a centering pass from the boards finding F Michael Neal, who redirected the pass into the net for a 1-0 lead. The Everblades answered with a goal less than two minutes later. F Corey Trivino snapped a pass out of the right corner where it bounced off a Solar Bears defender and into the net. The contest remained tied 1-1 going into the first intermission.
At 5:30 in the second frame, the Everblades took their first lead of the night. LW Mathieu Roy fired a shot on goal and gathered the rebound to push the puck past G Patrick Killeen for a power play goal. Florida struck again at 8:23 in the period to widen their lead to 3-1 when F Adam Brace found his own rebound, and Florida held the lead through the remainder of the frame.
The third period saw the Everblades begin to widen their lead. 1:27 into the final stanza, Trivinio collected his second goal of the game. Neal answered for the Solar Bears at 7:11 when he fired home a one timer off a feed from C Dale Mahovsky. Just 12 seconds after that, F David Rutherford restored the three goal lead for Florida with a slap shot from the right wall. Neal collected his hat trick goal at 9:21 of the third when he poked home the puck on another feed from Mahovsky, but Florida answered with three straight goals, including Trivino’s third of the game on a late period power play, to collect the final 8-3 victory.
Three Stars: 1. C. Trivino (FLA); 2. M. Neal (ORL); 3. M. Roy (FLA)
Power Plays: ORL: 0/1; FLA: 3/6
Shots: ORL: 25; FLA: 35
Notes:
The Solar Bears wore their third jerseys tonight… F Michael Neal became the third Solar Bear to collect a hat trick this season. He joins LW Nick Petersen and RW Dan Gendur as players who have scored three goals in a single game. All three Orlando hat tricks have come on home ice… Tonight’s game marked the second time this season that the Solar Bears and Everblades have each had a player score a hat trick in the same game. Florida F David Rutherford notched a hat trick during the same game that RW Dan Gendur scored four times for the Solar Bears on December 28 in an 8-4 Orlando win… The Solar Bears play their final home game of the 2012-13 season tomorrow against the Florida Everblades.
Get Tickets:
Orlando closes out the 2012-13 home schedule tomorrow, Wednesday, March 27, at 7:00 p.m. against the Florida Everblades. Good seats are still available. Visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com.
The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and AHL’s Houston Aeros, play all of their home games at the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center.
Individual tickets for all regular season home games are on sale beginning as low as $15. To purchase your tickets, please visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com or the Amway Center Box Office.
Follow the Solar Bears at www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com, Facebook, and Twitter (@OrlandoHockey) for all the latest news and updates.
Don’t get shut-out when we sell out! Take advantage of the Orlando Solar Bears season ticket pre-sale offer by placing a $50 deposit per ticket now to receive seat selection priority for the 2013-14 season. Call the Solar Bears at407-951-8200 or visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com.
Group tickets are a great way to entertain employees, co-workers, clients, friends and family. For more information on discounted group tickets and a list of group benefits, call 407-951-8200 or click here.
Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel, and headwear can be purchased online at: http://shop.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/
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CENTRAL FLORIDA HOME & GARDEN SHOW SPRINGS INTO ACTION TILL SUNDAY MARCH 24
One of the region’s most anticipated spring events will is here: the 2013 Central Florida Home & Garden Show, until Sunday, March 24 at the the Orange County Convention Center in Hall South B in the Center’s South Concourse facing International Drive. The home improvement extravaganza is the premier place to find innovative products, new ideas, practical advice and great deals in remodeling, home improvement and gardening with hundreds of experts all under one roof. From windows and flooring to cabinets and landscaping, consumers can shop, compare and save on a wide variety of products and services to renew, refresh and restore theirhomes. As you will see in the pictures many of the main expositors at the show were very enthusiastic about it. There is no doubt the economy is warming up not only for the Real State Industry but also for the Construction Business, and 2013 still has a lot to bring. Continue reading
Orlando Magic’s Glen Davis Encourages Kids to Eat Healthy, Succeed in School
Orlando Magic’s Glen Davis Encourages Kids to Eat Healthy, Succeed in School
The Orlando Magic, along with Magic forward Glen Davis, encouraged students to eat healthy and raised awareness for the positive changes to Florida school lunches with a special event on March 19 at Rosemont Elementary School. Glen Davis, the Magic Dancers, STUFF the Magic Mascot and representatives from the Magic joined students during lunch at Rosemont Elementary School talking about the importance of eating healthy and exercising.
The event was part of an ongoing partnership with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, which assumed responsibility of the state’s school nutrition program in January 2012. The department works to improve the nutritional value of school meals, direct more locally-grown fresh fruits and vegetables and encourage kids to choose the healthy options available. The department partners with teams across Florida who can carry the message that it’s important to eat right and stay active in order to compete in the classroom and on the field or court.
Florida Kids Will ‘Kick Butts’ on Wednesday, March 20
Florida Kids Will ‘Kick Butts’ on Wednesday, March 20
State Leaders Urged to Support Tobacco Prevention Initiatives
Kids in Florida will stand up against tobacco on March 20 as they join thousands of young people nationwide for the 18(th) annual Kick Butts Day. More than 1,200 events are planned across the United States. (See below for a list of local events.)
Organized by the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids and sponsored by United Health Foundation, Kick Butts Day is an annual celebration of youth leadership and activism in the fight against tobacco use. On Kick Butts Day, youth will encourage their peers to stay tobacco-free. They will also educate their communities about the dangers of tobacco and the tobacco industry’s harmful marketing practices. Continue reading
Orlando Magic, UnitedHealthcare and Second Harvest Team Up to Deliver Food Packs to Hungerford Elementary
Orlando Magic, UnitedHealthcare and Second Harvest Team Up to Deliver
Food Packs to Hungerford Elementary
On Friday, March 15 the Magic, UnitedHealthcare and Second Harvest teamed up to deliver food packs to Hungerford Elementary. Delivering the food packs were Magic CEO Alex Martins, Magic VP of Community Relations Linda Landman Gonzalez, Second Harvest VP Agency Relations & Programs Karen Broussard and UnitedHealthcare Director of Account Management for North and Central Florida Todd Guiley along with Magic Community Ambassadors Nick Anderson, Bo Outlaw and the Magic Dancers. Earlier in the week more than 300 people including Magic players Al Harrington and Kyle O’Quinn, Magic Dancers, Magic staff and UHC employees assembled Hi-Five Kids Packs for Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida. The athletes and employees worked together to fight hunger and help the food bank provide 13,500 Hi-Five Packs to underserved children in the tri-county area.
The New AboutUS by Hotspotorlando is here ! #16
The New AboutUS by Hotspotorlando! #16
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Cool Tip: How to Use Mobile in the U.S.- Super Dica: Como usar celular nos Estados Unidos
Cool Tip: How to Use Mobile in the U.S.
Anyone who has traveled abroad knows that it is not feasible to use mobile roaming function. Values are absurd, especially if you use the Internet. Continue reading
Premium Edge, Diamond Naturals and 4health Dry Cat Food Formulas Voluntarily Recalled Due to Possibility of Low Levels of Thiamine (Vitamin B1)
Diamond Pet Foods is voluntarily recalling limited production codes of Premium Edge Finicky Adult Cat Formula dry cat food, Premium Edge Senior Cat Hairball Management Formula dry cat food, Premium Edge Kitten Formula dry cat food, Diamond Naturals Kitten Formula dry cat food and 4health All Life Stages Cat Formula dry cat food. Tests conducted by the company indicated the products might have a low level of thiamine (Vitamin B1). There have been no complaints regarding thiamine levels, or any other health issues, related to these products. In association with this voluntary recall, Diamond Pet Foods has tested all other Diamond brands for thiamine deficiency to ensure the safety of the cat food it manufactures. No other product manufactured by Diamond Pet Foods is involved in this voluntary recall. Continue reading
Orlando Magic Celebrates Noche Latina Presented by Chase Team will wear “El Magic” jerseys for three games starting tomorrow/March 8; Chase and Magic refurbished court at Pinar Elementary
Orlando Magic Celebrates Noche Latina Presented by Chase
Team will wear “El Magic” jerseys for three games starting tomorrow/March 8; Chase and Magic refurbished court at Pinar Elementary
In appreciation of the Orlando Magic’s Hispanic fan base, for the second consecutive year the team will wear “El Magic” jerseys for three home games beginning on March 8 when Orlando faces the Indiana Pacers at the Amway Center (tip off set for 7:00 p.m.). The team will don the “El Magic” jerseys to mark Noche Latina presented by Chase, at the March 8 game. The “El Magic” jerseys are part of the team and Chase’s continuing efforts to connect with the entire community of greater Central Florida. In addition to the March 8 Pacers game, the Magic will wear the jerseys at the March 22 Oklahoma City contest and the March 25 Miami matchup. Also, in celebration of the partners’ multicultural platforms, the Magic and Chase unveiled a refurbished court at Pinar Elementary on March 2—a school with a large Hispanic population—to update the facilities built in 1976. Continue reading
‘BE GREAT CLASSIC FOR KIDS’ A HIT AT AMWAY CENTER Event Raised Money, Awareness for Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida
‘BE GREAT CLASSIC FOR KIDS’ A HIT AT AMWAY CENTER
Event Raised Money, Awareness for Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida
Orlando, FL – The Orlando Solar Bears held the ‘BE GREAT! Classic for Kids’ on Saturday, March 2, raising over $6,000 for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida. The contest came right down to the wire, with Team Teal scoring five unanswered goals to come back from a 5-1 deficit and earn a thrilling 6-5 victory over Team Purple. Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Honors Top Down Driving In Sunny Amelia Island
Mercedes-Benz Honors Top Down Driving In Sunny Amelia Island
The “Pagoda” SL Turns Fifty
Florida’s sunny weather is creating the perfect back-drop to honor the 50(th) anniversary of the famed Mercedes-Benz “Pagoda,” SL which takes center stage during this week’s Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance, March 8-10, 2013.
The launch of the Mercedes-Benz 230 SL at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1963 caused quite a sensation. Mercedes-Benz had presented the motoring world with this single successor to the extremely successful 300 SL (W198) and 190 SL (W121). Continue reading
SOLAR BEARS WELCOME 86,391 FANS DURING HOME STRETCH Orlando Has Played 13 of last 14 Games at Home
SOLAR BEARS WELCOME 86,391 FANS
DURING HOME STRETCH
DURING HOME STRETCH
Orlando Has Played 13 of last 14 Games at Home
Orlando, FL – The Orlando Solar Bears held the ‘BE GREAT! Classic for Kids’ on Saturday, March 2, raising over $6,000 for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida.
The first week of the home stretch of games was highlighted on February 2, when 8,650 Solar Bears fans were in attendance as Orlando honored the Turner Cup Championship team from the 2000-01 season by raising the banner to the Amway Center rafters. That night, C Mathew Sisca scored 1:04 in the contest and forward C.J. Severyn collected four points (1 goal, 3 assists) to help Orlando down the 
Titans 6-4.
Orlando eclipsed the 7,000 fan mark again just two games later, on February 8, when 7,242 fans turned out to see the Solar Bears erase a 3-0 second period deficit to overcome the Florida Everblades with a 4-3 shootout victory. F Ryan Ginand led the charge offensively for Orlando with a goal and an assist in the game.
The following weekend the Solar Bears held Faith and Family Weekend in three games against the South Carolina Stingrays from Friday, February 15, through Sunday, February 17. A total of 21,023 fans came out over the three game set, with 8,590 people in attendance on Saturday night. Three live bands played during the weekend, as Stria performed on Friday, Group 1 Crew took the stage on Saturday, and Good Luck Penny closed out the weekend on Sunday. Season ticket holders were invited to step on the Amway Center ice after Sunday’s game for a Skate with the Team event, as well as get autographs from Solar Bears players on the concourse.
Fans turned out in high numbers once again on Friday, February 22, to see Orlando battle a South Division rival, the Gwinnett Gladiators. That night, 7,448 fans witnessed a 4-2 win for Orlando over the division leader, while also seeing C Ryan Cruthers score his 20th goal of the season with a shorthanded tally late in the final period.
The home stretch came to a close last weekend, as the third largest crowd of the year of 8,819 people watched the Solar Bears match up against the top team in the Eastern Conference, the Reading Royals. Before the game, the Solar Bears hosted the ‘BE GREAT! Classic for Kids’ that saw seven-time Stanley Cup champion Bryan Trottier, Solar Bears Head Coach and veteran of 549 NHL games Drake Berehowsky, and former Solar Bears and NHL-ers Allan Bester and Bob Joyce hit the ice with local Orlando players.
When the homestand ended, 86,391 fans had come out to see the Solar Bears, for an average attendance of 6,645 people. A total of 53,019 were in attendance over the seven Friday and Saturday dates, for an average of 7,574 people at the weekend games.
“We want to thank all of the fans who have come out to Amway Center to celebrate the return of the Solar Bears so far this season,” said Chief Operating Office/Managing Partner Bob Ohrablo. “Our fans have created an incredible atmosphere inside the Amway Center each and every night.”
The Solar Bears embark on a six game road trip before starting a final five game regular season home stretch beginning with a St. Patrick’s Day Celebration game on Wednesday, March 20th against the Greenville Road Warriors, who also provide the competition for the Thursday, March 21st home game. The home stand continues on Sunday, March 24th against Cincinnati and concludes with a pair of games against arch rivals, the Florida Everblades on Spring Break Week-Tuesday, March 26th and Wednesday, March 27th.
Upcoming Promotions:
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St. Patrick’s Day Special Jersey Fan Appreciation Game |
For more information call the Solar Bears Executive Offices at 407-951-8200.
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Orlando plays their next six games on the road before returning home to face the Greenville Road Warriors on Wednesday, March 21, and Thursday, March 22, at 7:00 p.m. They then face the Cincinnati Cyclones on Sunday, March 24, at 3:00 p.m. Good seats still available, visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com.
The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and AHL’s Houston Aeros, play all of their home games at the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center.
Individual tickets for all regular season home games are on sale beginning as low as $15. To purchase your tickets, please visit http://www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com or the Amway Center Box Office.
Follow the Solar Bears at http://www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com, Facebook, and Twitter (@OrlandoHockey) for all the latest news and updates.
Don’t get shut-out when we sell out! Take advantage of the Orlando Solar Bears season ticket pre-sale offer by placing a $50 deposit per ticket now to receive seat selection priority for the 2013-14 season. Call the Solar Bears at407-951-8200 or visit http://www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com.
Group tickets are a great way to entertain employees, co-workers, clients, friends and family. For more information on discounted group tickets and a list of group benefits, call 407-951-8200 or click here.
Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel, and headwear can be purchased online at: http://shop.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/
SOLAR BEARS, COMMUNITY FOOD & OUTREACH CENTER HOST PARTNER EVENT Donor and Partner Night Hosted by the Team Honors and Thanks Philanthropists, Volunteers, and Leadership Advocates of Community Food & Outreach Center
SOLAR BEARS, COMMUNITY FOOD & OUTREACH CENTER HOST PARTNER EVENT
Donor and Partner Night Hosted by the Team Honors and Thanks Philanthropists, Volunteers, and Leadership Advocates of Community Food & Outreach Center
Orlando, FL – The Orlando Solar Bears hosted the second annual Donor and Partner night for their charity partner the Community Food & Outreach Center. The event, which was attended by almost 300 of Central Florida’s most distinguished philanthropists, volunteer leaders, and community advocates, took place before the game on Thursday, February 28th. This year the event was hosted by Managing Partner and Community Food & Outreach Center board member Jason Siegel in the Fairwinds Atrium of the Amway Center. 
All donors and partners who attended received complementary hockey pucks, had the opportunity to have autographs and pictures with Solar Bears players, and received a special visit from the Star Wars movie characters. During the event, Siegel spoke about the Orlando Solar Bears partnership with the Community Food & Outreach Center, and donors and partners were given an update on the programs and services now offered at the Community Food & Outreach Center’s Downtown Orlando Campus because of their generosity and support. All attendees stayed after to support and watch the team in action that night in a special section of the Amway Center.
“I am proud to serve on the Board of the Community Food & Outreach Center,” said Jason Siegel, Solar Bears Managing Partner. “It was a great night with two big wins, one on the ice and another off the ice.”
“We could not help the homeless, the hungry, and those struggling in poverty without our donors and partners; and the Orlando Solar Bears are one of finest,” said Andrae Bailey, executive director of Community Food & Outreach Center. “This event was a wonderful time of celebration and encouragement for our partners and advocates. We are thankful that the Orlando Solar Bears hosted this event and made it possible.” said Bailey.
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For more information call the Solar Bears Executive Offices at 407-951-8200.
Get Tickets:
The Solar Bears put the finishing touches on their eight-game homestand as they host the Reading Royals on Saturday, March 2, at 7:00 p.m. Good seats still available, visit http://www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com.
The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and AHL’s Houston Aeros, play all of their home games at the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center.
Individual tickets for all regular season home games are on sale beginning as low as $15. To purchase your tickets, please visit http://www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com or the Amway Center Box Office.
Follow the Solar Bears at http://www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com, Facebook, and Twitter (@OrlandoHockey) for all the latest news and updates.
Don’t get shut-out when we sell out! Take advantage of the Orlando Solar Bears season ticket pre-sale offer by placing a $50 deposit per ticket now to receive seat selection priority for the 2013-14 season. Call the Solar Bears at407-951-8200 or visit http://www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com.
Group tickets are a great way to entertain employees, co-workers, clients, friends and family. For more information on discounted group tickets and a list of group benefits, call 407-951-8200 or click here.
Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel, and headwear can be purchased online at: http://shop.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/
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Orlando Mayor Dyer: “I am proud to declare this morning that the state of our City is strong. And, that strength comes from the stories of our residents who are unabashedly hopeful and proud to do their part to make Orlando the greatest city in America.”
Today, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer delivered his annual State of the City address to hundreds of residents, business owners and community leaders gathered at City Hall.
Today also marked the beginning of Mayor Dyer’s 11th year serving as Mayor of the City of Orlando and during his speech, Mayor Dyer reaffirmed his commitment to continue “working just as hard for [Orlando] families as [he does] for [his] own.”
Similar to each State of the City address, the Mayor provided the community with an update on facts, figures and new developments. Additionally, this year the Mayor highlighted Orlando residents and business owners whose stories will helped him illustrate the state of the City. Continue reading
CITY OF ORLANDO ANNOUNCES RFP FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK FOR FLORIDA CITRUS BOWL RECONSTRUCTION
CITY OF ORLANDO ANNOUNCES
RFP FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK
FOR FLORIDA CITRUS BOWL RECONSTRUCTION
ORLANDO, FLORIDA [February 25, 2013] – The City of Orlando, owner of the Florida Citrus Bowl, has announced the RFP for Construction Manager at Risk and key dates to its website (www.cityoforlando.net/elected/venues). This website is the primary source for the latest information, documents, news, schedule and bidding related to the renovations.
Throughout the procurement process, during project design and construction, the City will ensure compliance with the Blueprint for a Sustainable Economic Impact, which reinforces the City’s commitment to local, small and minority/women owned businesses. Additional information about the “Blueprint” may be found at http://www.cityoforlando.net/elected/venues/pdf/blueprint_book.pdf.
The Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium will undergo reconstruction at a cost of approximately $175 million, subject to cost escalation. The project is expected to include, but may not be limited to the demolition and reconstruction of the lower and mid bowls of the stadium; approximately 65,000 seats, including 5,000 temporary seats; 4,000 club seats and approximately 10 new suites; new and enhanced concession areas, locker rooms, restrooms and associated utilities and enhanced patron accessibility.
The project is currently in the Schematic Design Phase. Potential early construction work may occur prior to and during the November 2013 – January 2014 event season. Bowl games are to be played without interruption. The demolition of lower seating bowls is to begin in January 2014, with new structure/seating bowl construction to follow and a substantial completion date of April 2015.
With today’s RFP release, sealed proposals must be received at the City’s Procurement and Contracts Division, Orlando City Hall, 4th Floor, 400 S. Orange Avenue, Orlando, Florida 32801, by the due date of March 27, 2013 at 2:00 pm EST. Proposals received after this deadline will not be considered. A Pre-Proposal Conference will be held Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at 10:00 a.m., in the Varsity Club Room at the Florida Citrus Bowl. The construction phase of this project is estimated with a substantial completion in April 2015. Full details are available at the City of Orlando’s venue procurement webpage.
ABOUT FLORIDA CITRUS BOWL
The Florida Citrus Bowl is owned and operated by the City of Orlando. It opened as Orlando Stadium in 1936 with a capacity of 8,900. The stadium currently seats approximately 70,000 and is the proud home of the Capital One Bowl, Russell Athletic Bowl, historic Florida Classic (Florida A&M University and Bethune-Cookman University), MEAC/SWAC, Monster Jam and 2011 USL Pro Soccer Champions – Orlando City Lions. The stadium has hosted FIFA World Cup soccer matches, Rock Superbowls and Wrestlemania XXIV.
The reconstruction of the Florida Citrus Bowl is part of a larger effort to bring new Community Venues to the Central Florida community, including the Amway Center and the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. The City of Orlando completed a first phase of renovations in 2010, Improvements included structural work, lighting and technology that has allowed the Florida Citrus Bowl to remain competitive in attracting world-class events and bowl games. In June 2012, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs laid out a plan that allowed for the design for the Florida Citrus Bowl renovations to begin immediately.
Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra
Saturday, March 16, 2013
Young Composers Challenge Workshop (FREE)
9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. at UCF Create
A free workshop for musicians and aspiring composers ages 13-18. Attendees will learn the principles of composition, orchestration, music notation, scoring software and MIDI technology from nationally-recognized composers. Orlando Philharmonic musicians will provide demonstrations of each orchestral instrument, along with tips for writing for each instrument. Part of the 2013 National Young Composers Challenge competition. www.YoungComposersChallenge.org. Sponsored by University of Central Florida, Rollins College, Full Sail University, The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, United Arts of Central Florida and the Goldman Charitable Foundation.
Sunday, March 17, 2013
Young Composers Challenge ‘COMPOSIUM’ Concert (FREE)
2:00 – 5:00 p.m. at Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre
The 9th annual ‘Composium,’ is a free concert event featuring new orchestral works written by students ages 13 to 18 from around the country. The student composers are winners of the 2012 National Young Composers Challenge, a composition competition that allows students to submit original compositions for judging. The six winning compositions (three orchestral and three ensemble) are performed at the Composium, and winners receive cash prizes and professional recordings of their work. Part of the 2012 National Young Composers Challenge competition.www.YoungComposersChallenge.org. Sponsored by University of Central Florida, Rollins College, Full Sail University, The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, United Arts of Central Florida and the Goldman Charitable Foundation.
MIAMI FASHION WEEK® HONORS PHILANTHROPISTS & TOP DESIGNERS AT 4th ANNUAL HUMANITARIAN AWARDS
AT 4th ANNUAL HUMANITARIAN AWARDS
Co-Hosted by Tiffany & Co. and the Pillars of the Miami Beach
Chamber of Commerce Benefiting the Miami Fashion Week Foundation
This past Thursday February 7th, the Miami Fashion Week Foundation hosted its Fourth Annual Humanitarian Awards at Miami Beach hotspot, the Mondrian South Beach where they honored seven of Miami’s most dedicated and respected philanthropists for their endless giving to the community. Among this year’s honorees were Miami Beach Commissioner Jerry Libbin, award winning singer Luis Fonsi, Alex “A-Rod” and Cynthia Rodriguez, Mercedes Carlson, Kimberly Bacardi, Miami Symphony Orchestra Director Eduardo Marturet, and Raul Alarcon, all of which received awards sponsored by Tiffany & Co. Continue reading
G-OIL Flies High At Daytona
Mike Bliss, John Smith Carry G-OIL into Daytona Competition
G-OIL®, America‘s first and only bio-based fully synthetic motor oil to receive American Petroleum Institute certification, made history again at Daytona International Speedway as the G-OIL flag was officially raised above the iconic 2.5 mile tri-oval super speedway for the first time on the morning of February 17
Later Sunday, veteran driver Mike Bliss qualified the #19 G-OIL Toyota Camry for Humphrey Smith Racing in the NASCAR Sprint Cup series for Thursday’s Budweiser Duel races (2PM on SPEED) that will ultimately determine starting positions for the Daytona 500 this upcoming Sunday, February 24, 1PM on FOX Sports. Continue reading
UCF Alumni Community Volunteers Chapter Kicks Off “Sneakers 2 Succeed” Shoe Drive
UCF Alumni Community Volunteers Chapter Kicks Off
“Sneakers 2 Succeed” Shoe Drive
ORLANDO, FL— The UCF Alumni Community Volunteers Chapter has teamed up with NBA Player Chris
Duhon’s Stand Tall Foundation, the Art of Stepping, Orange County Public Schools, UCF Athletics, the City of
Orlando and other Orlando-area service organizations to help homeless children and families in need through
the “Sneakers 2 Succeed” shoe drive. During the month of March, citizens can help make a difference by
donating new or gently used shoes to any of the drop-off locations listed below:
College Park Community Center, 2393 Elizabeth Ave., Orlando, FL 32804
Dr. James R. Smith Neighborhood Center, 1723 Bruton Blvd., Orlando, FL 32805
Engelwood Neighborhood Center, 6123 LaCosta Dr., Orlando, FL 32807
John H. Jackson Community Center, 1002 W. Carter St., Orlando, FL 32805
Keller Williams Advantage Realty, 1351 Alafaya Trail, Ste. 100, Oviedo, FL 32765
Keller Williams Advantage II Realty, 12301 Lake Underhill Rd., Ste. 111, Orlando, FL 32828
Keller Williams Advantage III Realty, 9161 Narcoossee Rd., Ste. 107, Orlando, FL 32827
Northwest Community Center, 3955 W D Judge Dr., Orlando, FL 32808
Orlando City Hall, 400 S. Orange, Ave., Orlando, FL 32801
SmartWealth, 543 N. Wymore Rd., Ste. 101, Maitland, FL 32751
UCF FAIRWINDS Alumni Center @ UCF, 4000 Central Florida Blvd., Orlando, FL 32816
The “Sneakers 2 Succeed” shoe drive will benefit the following local agencies: Orange County Public Schools
McKinney-Vento Program (MVP) and the City of Orlando’s Parramore Kidz Zone (PKZ).
The official kick off will take place at the March 2nd UCF v. Memphis Men’s basketball game. Donations will
be accepted at the game as the Knights take on the Tigers at the UCF Arena. A collection will also occur at
the PKZ Booth during the City of Orlando’s 7th annual Blues B-Q event taking place in downtown Orlando on
Saturday, March 9 from 4-10 p.m.
“Sneakers 2 Succeed” is a project created by Chris Duhon’s Stand Tall Foundation, which was formed in 1998
by former Orlando Magic, now current L.A. Laker guard, Chris Duhon. It’s committed to building up children
who are the foundation of our communities and based upon three main principles: Education, Welfare, and
Recreation. For more information, please visit: ChrisDuhonStandTall.org.
The UCF Alumni Volunteers Chapter is a Special Interest Chapter of the UCF Alumni Association that plans
and coordinates numerous community service projects on an annual basis. Its mission is to engage and mobilize
UCF Alumni to strengthen our community through service and support of programs and groups addressing
critical needs throughout Central Florida. To join or learn more about the UCF Community Volunteers Chapter,
visit: UCFAlumni.com/CommunityVolunteers.
FAIRWINDS Alumni Center, P.O. Box 160046, Orlando, FL 32816-0046
(407) 823-2586 * (800) 330-2586 * FAX (407) 823-0172 * knights@ucfalumni.com
Orlando Philharmonic Brings Orchestra to Students
Over the past five weeks, second graders at Rock Lake Elementary School and Grand Ave Primary Learning Center have been working with professional teaching artists from Mary Palmer and Associates, Florida Alliance for Arts for Education, and Orlando Repertory Theatre as part of the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra’s Symphonic Stories program, which teaches students about science, music and theatre, and helps students to work together to create an original theatrical production based on their classroom studies.
Thanks to a Disney Shine On Grant, children at Rock Lake Elementary and Grand Avenue Primary Learning Center will work with teaching artists and musicians from the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra during the months of January, February and March 2013 as they learn about science and storytelling, and create their own production of their work.
Photos by Bob Turner
IBM THINK Exhibit Opens at INNOVENTIONS at Epcot
IBM THINK Exhibit Opens at INNOVENTIONS at Epcot
Exciting educational experience extends into classrooms with free lesson plans and mobile apps
In celebration of National Engineers Week,IBM (NYSE: IBM) teamed up with Orlando-area high school teachers and students today to unveil IBM THINK, a new interactive experience in INNOVENTIONS West at Epcot at Walt Disney World Resort. The 6,600 square-foot interactive exhibit is designed to showcase how the world can work better with the help of technology and innovation. The THINK experience presented by IBM explores how technology transforms the way we live and work.
CFBACC- First Breakfast of the Year with speaker Sean Slack
Today February 8th 2013, Friday, almost Carnaval, The CFBACC officially started a New Year. Our first breakfast at The Florida Hotel was a success.
With a large attendance, new members joining and great networking the Chamber one more time sends the message that all the innovations done are finally paying off.
The Chamber recently created new committees, allowed volunteers working, and it is improving it’s structure. We are finally seeing the results, little by little. A journey that started in 2012 when President Amy Litter was elected, and just this year she was re-elected in order to continue all the changes necessary to place the Chamber in higher standards. Continue reading
FOX Sports Florida to Host Broadcast Auction to Benefit Orlando Magic Youth Foundation -Auction to take place during broadcast of Magic’s matchup with Trail Blazers on Sunday
FOX Sports Florida to Host Broadcast Auction to Benefit Orlando Magic Youth Foundation
-Auction to take place during broadcast of Magic’s matchup with Trail Blazers on Sunday-
The Orlando Magic Youth Foundation (OMYF), in partnership with FOX Sports Florida, will be hosting the Fourth Annual Broadcast Auction on Sunday, February 10 during the Magic’s matchup with the Portland Trail Blazers (tipoff set for 6:00 p.m.) The game will be broadcast on FOX Sports Florida and all auction proceeds will benefit the OMYF.
Bids may be placed on any item at orlandomagicauction.com or by calling 407.440.7699. Phone lines will begin at 5:30 p.m. and will remain open throughout the conclusion of the postgame show. Below is a list of the packages available:
- Magic Game Day Experience with Exclusive Access to Postgame Press Conference (Item is non-refundable and non-transferable)
- · Two courtside tickets to the March 22 home game against the Oklahoma City Thunder
- · Postgame press conference with Jacque Vaughn
- · Experience is for two people only
- Two on Two Ticket Package (Item is non-refundable and non-transferable)
- · Two tickets to the 23rd Annual OMYF Black Tie & Tennies Gala on March 23, 2013
- · Two superstar tickets to the March 25 game against the Miami Heat
- Love and Basketball (Item is non-refundable and non-transferable)
- · Two lower level tickets to the Atlanta Hawks game on February 13
- · Two night weekend stay at the DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Orlando Hotel
- · A $100 gift certificate to any Talk of the Town Restaurant
- · A bouquet of roses delivered by STUFF, the official mascot of the Orlando Magic, during the game on February 13
- · One personalized Magic Gram to be shown on screen during the game on February 13
- High Five the Magic (Item is non-refundable and non-transferable)
- · Two superstar tickets with access to the Mercedes-Benz Star Lounge to the March 29 game against the Washington Wizards
- · Two spots in the High-Five Line during the Orlando Magic pregame
- · $150 gift card to the Orlando Magic Team Shop
5. FOX Sports Florida Game Day Experience (Item is non-refundable and non-transferable)
- · Four courtside tickets to a mutually agreed upon home game (subject to availability)
- · Tour of the FOX Sports Florida production truck (pregame)
- · Meet and greet with the announcers (David Steele, Matt Guokas, and Paul Kennedy or Dante Marchitelli)
- · Package must be redeemed by April 13, 2013
6. FOX Sports Florida/Magic Suite Night (Item is non-refundable and non-transferable)
- · 15 FOX Sports Florida suite tickets to the March 29 game against the Washington Wizards
- · Food and drink catered for the suite
- · Meet and greet with the announcers (David Steele, Matt Guokas, and Paul Kennedy or Dante Marchitelli)
- · FOX Sports swag bag for all 15 attendees
7. We Will. (Item is non-refundable and non-transferable)
- · Four lower level tickets to one of four select upcoming Orlando Magic games at Amway Center. Game dates, each of which have limited availability and are available on a first-come, first-served basis, include: 2/23 vs. Cleveland, 3/8 vs. Indiana, 3/10 vs. Philadelphia, 4/13 vs. Boston
- · All ticket packages include an Orlando Magic T-Shirt
The Orlando Magic is committed to making a difference in Central Florida. Each year, the Magic gives more than $2 million to Central Florida by way of sponsorships of events, donated tickets, autographed merchandise, scholarships and grants. At the heart of the Magic’s charitable efforts is the work done by the Orlando Magic Youth Foundation. The Orlando Magic Youth Foundation raises community dollars annually through donations, auctions, 50/50 drawings and events such as the Black Tie and Tennies Gala and the OMYF Open Golf Tournament.
Over the last 23 years, more than $18 million has been distributed to local nonprofit community organizations through the Orlando Magic Youth Foundation and the Orlando Magic Youth Fund, a McCormick Foundation Fund (OMYF-MFF) since 1994. The McCormick Foundation matches all donations to the Fund at fifty cents on the dollar. Scholarships are also awarded each year.
The OMYF is committed to helping children in Central Florida realize their full potential, especially those most at-risk, by supporting non-profit organizations offering youth based programs in the areas of arts, education, housing, and health and wellness programs that promote healthy living practices for children and families in low income communities. For more information, visit www.omyf.org
About the Orlando Magic
Orlando’s NBA franchise since 1989, the Magic’s mission is to be world champions on and off the court, delivering legendary moments every step of the way. On the court, Orlando has won five division championships (1995, 1996, 2008, 2009, 2010), had seven 50-plus win seasons, and won the Eastern Conference title in 1995 and 2009. Off the court, on an annual basis, the Orlando Magic gives more than $2 million to the local community by way of sponsorships of events, donated tickets, autographed merchandise, scholarships and grants. Orlando Magic community relations programs impact an estimated 75,000 kids each year, while a Magic staff-wide initiative provides more than 6,000 volunteer hours annually. In addition, over the last 23 years more than $18 million has been distributed to local non-profit community organizations through the Orlando Magic Youth Foundation and the Orlando Magic Youth Fund (OMYF-MFF), a McCormick Foundation Fund since 1994, which serves at-risk youth. Ticket highlights for the 2012-13 season in the Amway Center, named SportsBusiness Journal’s 2012 Sports Facility of the Year, include: 2,500 seats priced $20 or less, 8,000 seats priced $40 or less and 10,000 seats priced $50 or under. For ticket information log on to www.orlandomagic.com or call 407-89-MAGIC.
VALENTINE’S MAKEOVER: TRY “HIGH-OCTANE” DATE NIGHT FULL OF FUN, FOOD AND FRIVOLITY
– Fogo de Chão, dining for the adventurous dating experience –
Candlelight and roses are predictably pleasant ways to celebrate St. Valentine’s Day, but studies show more adventurous activities that get the heart pumping faster actually bring couples closer together. In fact, in the September 2012 issue of WomensHealth magazine, psychoanalyst and author Paul Joannides insists, “fun is the best aphrodisiac.”
That’s why Orlando‘s own high-energy dining experience — Southern Brazilian Steakhouse Fogo de Chão – has some unique date-night ideas to feed couples’ needs for adventure. Continue reading
Free Annual Pass Promotion Returns To Miami Seaquarium
Free Annual Pass Promotion Returns To Miami Seaquarium
With one regular paid admission from January 26 to March 3, park guests receive the whole year for free
From January 26 through March 3, 2013 Florida Residents who buy a one-day regular admission to Miami Seaquarium will receive admission for the whole year free. It’s the return of the Free Annual Pass Offer that allows guests to visit Miami Seaquarium as often as they wish through December 31, 2013. This includes admission to the extremely popular BunnyPalooza Easter Egg Hunts and Monster Splash Halloween Bash. The free pass offer cannot be combined with any other discount. Continue reading
The Orlando Magic Youth Fund, a McCormick Foundation Fund, Makes a Difference in the Community through $1 Million Donation to Local Nonprofits
By John Denton, OrlandoMagic.com
Looking like she had just made a game-winning shot for the Orlando Magic, Hope CommUnity Center board Vice President Mary Carroll thrust her arms in the air and pumped her fists in celebration on Thursday.
Seconds later, and before Carroll was presented with an oversized check for $100,000 in grant money through the Orlando Magic Youth Fund, a McCormick Foundation Fund (OMYF-MFF), Carroll wrapped her arms around her own head, blushed because of the excitement of the moment and doubled over in disbelief. Continue reading
C1 Bank Enters Miami as a Miami HEAT Corporate Partner
C1 Bank Enters Miami as a Miami HEAT Corporate Partner
Alan G. Randolph Joins C1 Bank as SVP, Miami-Dade Market Manager as Loan Production Office Opens
C1 Bank announced today that they have entered into a partnership with the NBA’s Miami HEAT. As part of the partnership, C1 Bank will be the Presenting Sponsor of the Miami HEAT Home Strong program, the team’s on-going initiative where members of the military who have returned home are saluted during every HEAT home game. The mission of the Home Strong initiative is to give aid, support and recognition to any person who has been in harm’s way during their military service. C1 will also be an Official Supporting Sponsor of the HEAT Academy enhancing opportunities for some of Miami-Dade’s brightest children.
Through The Orlando Magic Youth Fund, a McCormick Foundation Fund, More Than $1 Million Distributed to Central Florida Community for Third Consecutive Year -OMYF-MFF All-Star Team Announced on January 24-
Through The Orlando Magic Youth Fund, a McCormick Foundation Fund, More Than $1 Million Distributed to Central Florida Community for Third Consecutive Year
-OMYF-MFF All-Star Team Announced on January 24-
In what is becoming an annual tradition, the Orlando Magic Youth Fund, a McCormick Foundation Fund (OMYF-MFF), in a surprise ceremony on Thursday, January 24 at the Amway Center, announced its OMYF-MFF All-Star Team presenting checks totaling $1,050,000 to 17 grantee organizations from three counties in Central Florida (Orange, Seminole and Osceola). This is the third consecutive year the Orlando Magic Youth Fund has presented checks totaling more than $1 million.
The OMYF-MFF All-Star team was announced in the spirit of the NBA Draft as each nonprofit organization was recognized and presented with an OMYF-MFF jersey or specialty basketball. Representatives were greeted by Orlando Magic Chairman Dan DeVos, Magic CEO Alex Martins, Magic Community Ambassadors Nick Anderson and Bo Outlaw, Magic Vice President of Community Relations and Government Affairs Linda Landman-Gonzalez and the OMYF team. Continue reading
VISIT FLORIDA Invites Visitors Past & Present To Share in the State’s Quincentennial
VISIT FLORIDA Invites Visitors Past & Present To Share in the State’s Quincentennial
Year-long commemoration begins online with free vacations & public timeline
Today, Florida commemorates the monumental moment in history when Juan Ponce de Leon‘s explorations led him to discover the Sunshine State.
On the 500(th) anniversary of that epic discovery — the first European landing in the continental United States — VISIT FLORIDA is making it easier for this century’s adventurers to explore Florida.
Starting this week, prospective travelers have chances to win 50 vacations to Florida – adventures that evoke the state’s heritage of discovery and exploration. Continue reading
Amway Center, Magic Partnership a Slam Dunk for Chase
Amway Center, Magic Partnership a
Slam Dunk for Chase
-Chase is now the official financial services partner of the Orlando Magic and the Amway Center, SportsBusiness Journal’s 2012 Sports Facility of the Year; partnership will work to improve 10 sports facilities in the local community-
Chase has taken over the Orlando Magic’s home court as the official bank, credit card, financial services partner and ATM provider at the Amway Center. The partnership also makes Chase the official financial services partner of the Orlando Magic. The partnership will positively impact the greater Orlando community through military programs, multicultural platforms and improving neighborhood sports facilities throughout the city. The multi-year agreement with the Magic makes Chase a “Champions of the Community” (COTC) sponsor for the franchise and Amway Center. Continue reading
“Now’s The Time” At The 28th Annual 2013 Florida RV SuperShow
The Florida RV Trade Association (FRVTA) will host the 28(th )Annual 2013 Florida RV SuperShow, Wednesday, January 16 through Sunday, January 20. The Florida RV SuperShow will again be held at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa, Florida.
The 2013 SuperShow will have representation from every major RV manufacturer as well as hundreds of accessory booths exhibitors. ”We will have more Suppliers’ booths and every type, size and style of RV on the market,” said Marketing Director David Kelly. ”With the addition of new entertainment and more seminars, we’re anticipating record crowds this year. We’re also renewing the 2-day pass so the public will have two full days to see everything at the SuperShow at no additional cost.” Continue reading
MIAMI FASHION WEEK® IS SET TO KICK OFF ITS 15th ANNIVERSARY AT THE 4th ANNUAL HUMANITARIAN AWARDS
MIAMI FASHION WEEK® IS SET TO KICK OFF ITS 15th ANNIVERSARY AT THE 4th ANNUAL HUMANITARIAN AWARDS
Co-Hosted by Tiffany & Co. and the Pillars of the Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce
Benefiting the Miami Fashion Week Foundation
The 15th annual Miami Fashion Week, the largest Latin American and International fashion event in the US will host the 4th annual Humanitarian Awards on February 7, 2013, 7:00pm – 10:00pm poolside at the Mondrian South Beach Hotel in Miami Beach.
The Humanitarian Awards honors ten of Miami’s most dedicated and respected philanthropists for their endless giving to the community. The evening will include a special fashion presentation by “Miami Fashion ICON Award Recipients” Nicolas Felizola, Julian Chang and Viviana G for Petit Pois, fashion models, celebrity guests, music, food, cocktails, an awards presentation and a luxury silent auction with irresistible items from Tiffany & Co., Miami’s hottest hotels, restaurants and nightclubs, luxury car dealers, international artists, spa treatments and more! The occasion is a fundraising event for the Miami Fashion Week Foundation, Inc. , a non-profit organization supporting education within the creative arts by providing cash scholarships, mentoring programs and internships, among other incentives for students and emerging talent in the creative industries.
Beth Sobol, Founder of Miami Fashion Week states “it’s hard to believe that it has already been 15 years that we have been bringing the best emerging fashion talent in the world to Miami!” Paving the way for the celebration of its 15th Anniversary, Miami Fashion Week is scheduled for March 20th – 24th, 2013 at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Showcasing the world’s top eminent designers, fashion VIPs, celebrities, and musicians from nearly every continent, Miami Fashion Week marks an exciting and glamorous affair that brings jetsetters from around the world for what is sure to be South Florida’s most exciting fashion week yet! “To commemorate our 15th Anniversary we are introducing a number of new and exciting elements to Miami Fashion Week” said Managing Partner, Aaron Perry.
For more information on Miami Fashion Week please visit www.miamifashionweek.com. Become a fan at http://www.facebook.com/MiamiInternationalFashionWeek or follow us on twitter athttp://www.twitter.com/miamifashionwk
ABOUT SOBOL-PERRY FASHION PRODUCTION, INC.
Following a successful 20 year career spanning more than 35 countries as an international fashion model, Beth Sobol, visionary and founder of Sobol Fashion Productions, Inc. established Miami Fashion Week in 1999. With five Keys to the City of Miami Beach and Proclamations from the City of Miami, City of Miami Beach and State of Florida, Beth has also been honored with awards by many of her peers including the 50 Most Powerful People in Miami, Top 25 Influencers in Florida, Entrepreneur of the Year, International Women’s Day and Influential Business Women Awards, among others. In 2010, she was joined by Aaron Perry, business man and entrepreneur as managing partner of the newly rebranded Sobol-Perry Fashion Productions, Inc. to focus on the development of strategic business partnerships and the global expansion of the Miami Fashion Week brand.
MFW is made possible with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners as well as the Miami Beach Visitors and Conventions Authority and the Office of the Mayor of the City of Miami Beach.
FPL poles create two reefs off of St. Lucie County More than 100 poles recently sunk off Fort Pierce, replaced by new power line poles helping to increase service reliability
Off the coast of St. Lucie County, divers and anglers can enjoy two new artificial reefs that were created through a donation of 130 concrete poles provided by Florida Power & Light Company (FPL). These new reefs, located east of Fort Pierce, are in addition to an artificial reef created in 2005 using FPL-donated material.
In October 2012, FPL removed and replaced 130 concrete poles in Port St. Lucie with about 60 poles that are more storm-resilient. This project and a new substation are part of FPL’s larger plans to enhance service reliability and reduce service interruptions in St. Lucie County.
“We are constantly making improvements to our infrastructure to ensure we maintain the highest level of service reliability to our customers,” said FPL Environmental Project Manager Jackie Kingston . Continue reading
Downtown Food & Wine Fest at Lake Eola “A Treat for the Senses” on February 23 and 24, 2013 Produced by MIX 105.1, 1059 SUNNY FM, and 102 JAMZ in partnership with the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association
ORLANDO, Fla. (January 8, 2013) – The tradition continues as more than 20,000 foodies and wine lovers experience unique local cuisine paired with wines from around the globe at the Downtown Food & Wine Fest, Saturday, February 23 and Sunday, February 24, 2013. Continue reading
