

Redlight Redlight chef Jes Tantalo will prep a special menu for their 20th anniversary bash March 9
Tantalo will fire jerked half chickens, Cape Canaveral white shrimp and teriyaki tempeh skewers (as well as snacks and sides)
Orlando original production ‘A Zine Opera’ (you read that right) is staged at Timucua Arts this weekend
DIY publishing goes classical
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Florida civil, voting rights groups condemn DeSantis’ push to restrict ballot initiatives
Groups including Equal Ground, the ACLU of Florida and the NAACP Florida State Conference defended Floridians’ right to amend the Constitution
DeSantis’ latest goal: repeal gun safety measures enacted after Parkland
‘The free state of Florida has not exactly led the way on protecting Second Amendment rights,’ he said
After passing bill requiring later start times for Florida schools, lawmakers now want to repeal it
The requirements are slated to take effect in 2026, but as the deadline has neared, districts have said they are struggling to comply
Explore the Winter Park roots of Fred Rogers on the returning Mister Rogers Walking tour at Rollins
Self-guided tour on the Rollins campus
Acclaimed indie singer-songwriter Dan Mangan plays Sessions at the CAC in Casselberry
From Bonnaroo to Casselberry Arts Center
Wekiwa Springs to require reservations starting next week
The pilot reservation program comes as part of the park’s efforts to manage high attendance
Activists demonstrate for immigrant rights at Florida Strawberry Festival
The fest comes weeks after Florida Legislature enacted laws to help federal law enforcement agencies fulfill Trump’s executive orders for mass deportations
‘Welcome to Matteson!’ premieres at Orlando Shakes for a monthlong run
Acclaimed work by playwright and screenwriter Inda Craig-Galván
Santigold is playing two Florida dates this week — one of those is in Orlando
An artist whose discography crosses both generations and genres
Crossover classical pianist Lang Lang comes to Orlando’s Steinmetz Hall this week
The musician has collaborated with Metallica and Ed Sheeran (not at the same time)
‘Elevated’ restaurant and wine concept Leiah now soft-open in downtown Orlando
Helming the kitchen is Chef Omar Torres, whose experience includes time at the Ritz-Carlton, Waldorf Astoria and Marriott Autograph Collection
Orlando begins search for Pulse memorial building and design contractor
The project is expected to break ground next year
Adoptable dog Kris is a 5-year-old sweetheart who’s ready to be the center of attention in a new home
Kris is a sweet soul, just waiting for the right person to see beyond his tough exterior
Florida school book lawsuit gets green light from federal judge
The case also names as defendants members of the Orange County and Volusia County school boards
Judge says ‘hard row to hoe’ for Florida to justify social media ban for young teens
The law would include an outright ban for social media accounts for teens younger than 14, no matter how parents feel
Florida bill would require public schools to show anti-abortion ‘Baby Olivia’ video in classrooms
The mandate is included in a broad education bill that embraces a number of education initiatives Gov. Ron DeSantis has championed
Pom Pom’s Sandwiches announces surprise reopening in Sanford
The sandwich genius returns, now at Henry’s Depot
Singhaus Scholarship Fund throws a benefit Oscar Watch Party hosted by Gidget Galore and ‘Bea Arthur’
(Actually local drag performer Divine Grace)
Hamburger Mary’s reveals new Kissimmee location
The LGBTQ+-owned restaurant closed its doors downtown nearly one year ago
Orange County Dems talk DOGE, immigrants’ rights and more at Orlando town hall
Democrats gathered to discuss priorities ahead of Florida’s 2025 legislative session that begins next week
Celebration of Native American culture Thundering Spirit Pow Wow happens this weekend
Three vibrant days of Native American culture
Orlando ranks in top five most disappointing tourist destinations in the world, report says
It’s the only U.S. city listed in the report’s top 10
‘A lot of possibilities’: DeSantis on whether First Lady will run for Florida governor
U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds, who has been endorsed by President Donald Trump, entered the Republican primary earlier this week
Florida Republican refiles bill permitting suits in wrongful death of fetuses
The Fort Pierce Republican put forward the same proposal during the 2024 legislative session
Mary J. Blige adds Orlando arena date to the final days of her For My Fans tour
Ne-Yo and Mario are the touring openers
The Strawberry Festival kicks off in Central Florida this week
‘Strawberry Fields Forever,’ as some Brits once said
DeSantis says Florida sheriffs’ deputies will carry out ‘street-level’ immigration enforcement
The agreements are part of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement ‘task force model’ program
Florida Republicans file bills to make it harder for government workers to form and keep unions
The bills have been filed for consideration by Florida lawmakers during the 2025 legislative session that begins next week.
The Central Florida Fair is here in Orlando for a 113th year
Get your fried everything on
‘Dancing With the Stars Live’ foxtrots into Orlando’s Dr. Phillips Center
Stephen Nedoroscik and Joey Graziadei will be in the house
Left Lane Cruiser to put on a masterclass of grease-bucket blues rock at Will’s Pub
Pentagram String Band and Little Foot open the night
Deke Dickerson brings rampaging rockabilly to Lil Indie’s at a shockingly civilized hour
Shaun Young, Willie Barry, Skinny McGee and the Handshakes also get raucous in the afternoon
Theater West End presents acclaimed musical ‘Next to Normal’
You have until Sunday
Vans Warped Tour announces near-full lineup ahead of 2025 Orlando fest
Plus, even more yet to be announced
Byron Donalds announces his candidacy for Florida governor
Donald’s gubernatorial bid has been endorsed by President Donald Trump
Indie-pop star Role Model brings tales of heartbreak to the House of Blues
Closing this chapter of love lost, one live performance at a time
Get your musical Mardi Gras pregame on with Hot 8 Brass Band at The Abbey
The Hot 8’s swing and stomp are irrepressible
Monster Jam revs up for another carnage-filled day at Orlando’s Camping World Stadium
Saturday, Saturday, Satuuuuurrrrrday!
Chris LeBrane’s Campaign’s debut album ‘Inauguration’ is a synth-funk fantasy voyage
‘Revisits the undersung 1980s intersection of R&B and new wave’
Florida Democrats call for ‘full investigation’ into growing assault scandal involving Rep. Cory Mills
Mills, 44, has denied the allegations and is not facing charges in the incident
Orlando Museum of Art, De Groft family drop lawsuits over Basquiat scandal
The move punctuates a saga that included a years-long legal battle, an FBI seizure and De Groft’s death
John Moreland plies his ghostly country music at Tuffy’s Music Box
It’s been a few years since Oklahoma singer-songwriter played the Orlando area
Ani DiFranco documentary ‘1-800-ON-HER-OWN’ screens at Enzian for one night only
See the doc ahead of her in-person show in Orlando next month
Eclectic Milk District bar The Nook on Robinson toasts to seven years this weekend
‘Don’t follow me to the Nook?’ Read on …
Florida sheriffs fall in line with Trump’s mass deportation efforts
Under the agreements, sheriffs’ deputies with special training can process immigration ‘detainers’ issued by federal authorities to keep inmates in jail
What to watch this week: ‘Berlin ER’ crashes into Apple TV+, sirens blaring
Plus lots more streaming premieres on Netflix, Prime Video, Max and the rest
Popular Orlando food truck Hot Asian Buns now open in Sanford; The Yardery open in Mount Dora
Plus lots more restaurant openings all around Central Florida
Orlando concert calendar: They Might Be Giants, Asleep at the Wheel, Sam Rivers Legacy Rejuvenation Orchestra and more
Live music around town, Feb. 26 through March 4
Orlando theater review: A stunning ‘Next to Normal’ at Theater West End
Raw emotion and minimalist presentation meet in the Sanford troupe’s production of the 2008 standby






