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Brooklyn’s Bridge: a Victorian Woman in a Man’s World
Featuring all Orlando talent for 17-performance show run in February 2025 Join us for the world premiere of Brooklynâs Bridge, a new musical. Following a workshop performance at Illinois State University in October 2019, a development production at Montclair State University in July 2021 and concert performances at Dr. Phillips Center in January 2024,âŻBrooklynâs BridgeâŻis…
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Q&A with the Mennello Museum of American Art
A new year means new opportunities to experience the rich arts culture here in Orange County. Katherine Page, curator of art and education with the Mennello Museum of American Art, spoke with us about their mission to enrich the public through art exhibitions and education. The Mennello Museum of American Art has been a part…
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The Roots of Floridaâs Conservation Effort are Deep in Maitland
A hidden slice of old Florida is located right here in Maitland, just north of Orlando. Audubon Center for Birds of Prey is one of the best kept local secrets. Visitors can see some of Floridaâs native raptors â eagles, hawks, owls, kites, falcons and vultures â up close and in a beautiful natural setting.…
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Discover Girl From The North Country at Dr. Phillips Center and Bob Dylanâs musical soul in the library stacks
Even if his distinct voice, folky musical style and frequent harmonica use arenât your cup of tea, chances are youâve heard of Bob Dylan. A talented singer-songwriter whose soulful, philosophical lyrics have been the voice of Americana counterculture for decades, Dylan is the recipient of almost every award for music imaginable. Heâs won ten Grammys,…
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A Wild Adventure Awaits at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
Escape into the wild at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens! The Zoo was first established in 1923 as the Sanford Zoo, when a rhesus monkey was given to the Elks Club in Sanford by a traveling circus. Today, the Central Florida Zoo is home to more than 350 animals representing more than 100…
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The PAW Patrol Are Calling All Heroes in Nickelodeon and Vstarâs All-New Live Show Paw Patrol Live! âHeroes Uniteâ
Coming to Orlando August 10 & 11 for four PAWsome Shows! A limited number of family four-pack tickets will be available free with your library card through Local Wanderer, the library’s culture pass program. Nickelodeon and VStar Entertainment Group proudly present PAW Patrol Live! âHeroes Unite.â This brand-new production is an interactive live stage show,…
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Beauty & Adventure Await!
Art & History Museums of Maitland (A&H) is a destination like no other in Central Florida. You can explore our beautiful campus and museum attractions for free with your library card through the Local Wanderer program. HISTORY A&Hâs Maitland Art Center campus was founded as an artist colony in 1937 by visionary artist and architect…
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History Happens Here!
Some people think of Central Florida as being very young. Perhaps they think things really got started here around 1971 when a certain beloved mouse took up residence, but our history stretches back more than 14,000 years. Luckily, there is a place where you can learn all about it, the Smithsonian-affiliated Orange County Regional History…
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Q&A with the Holocaust Memorial Resource & Education Center of Florida
Did you know that May is Jewish American Heritage Month? It is a time to honor and pay tribute to Jewish Americans who have contributed to the rich history of this country. A history that must be remembered. To learn more, we reached out to Talli Dippold, CEO of the Holocaust Memorial Resource & Education…
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Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts: Arts For Every Life
To fulfill their vision, Arts for Every Lifeâ˘, The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts makes performing arts accessible to people from all walks of life, all around the world. With the help of over 19,000 donors and 32 sponsors to date, the Dr. Phillips Center has contributed more than $20.7 million to the…
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