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Eileen Collins made history as the first female pilot and commander of a space mission. The four-time space traveler has released a documentary, “Space Woman,” which will premiere Friday in Central Florida. The 95-minute film, directed by Hannah Berryman, will be shown at Premier Theaters Oaks 10 theaters in Melbourne on Friday. It was released nationwide for the first time on March 20th. The documentary is based on Collins’ 2023 book, Through the Glass Ceiling and to the Stars, and focuses on Collins’ career through two space shuttle disasters, how the dangers of spaceflight affect those left behind, and the…
At some point, I entered what is known as “My Martini Phase.” And I would like to thank the bartenders at Corner Chop House. Their daily social hours with the restaurant are held from 4pm to 6pm most days and 2:30pm to 4pm on Sundays. I went to see them early on my first visit, slipped into a seat at the bar, and noted the small selection of $10 cocktails. Top: Martini…as you like. I looked for a “Princess Bride” reference, but I’m just barely dirtier than Buttercup Pure any day of the week. (This day was Tuesday.) I would…
Walt Disney World announced Wednesday that the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will resume service at Magic Kingdom theme park starting May 3. According to the official Disney Parks blog, the roller coaster has been closed since January 2025 for renovations. The work includes replacing the rails and refreshing the vehicles. The coaster’s return includes changes to height requirements. Riders must be at least 38 inches tall, down from the previous 40-inch requirement. “Guests over 38 inches tall will also be able to ride, so even more families can enjoy this classic adventure together,” Walt Disney World President Jeff Vahr said…
Chuan Fu’s dry pot cabbage is a popular Chinese comfort food often associated with Hunan and Sichuan cuisine, according to owner Joyce Cai. Filled with garlic and dried chili peppers, the special feature of this dish is that the cabbage is torn by hand rather than cut with a knife. “Dry pot doesn’t mean dry,” says Kai, whose Winter Park restaurant was added to the Michelin Guide Orlando recommendation in 2024. “That means there’s little to no sauce, so all the flavor is tied directly to the ingredients.” This is clearly the perfect dish for National Cabbage Month (which actually…
Before the Sunshine State’s sweltering summer weather takes hold, there are plenty of spring events happening in Central Florida this weekend. From ice cream to art-inspired floral decorations, mini golf to bluegrass, there’s something for people of all ages and interests to explore in the greater Orlando area. Here are 21 ideas for things to do over the weekend of April 10th to 12th. all weekend Orlando Museum of Art’s Art in Bloom: The annual spring fundraiser hosted by the 101 Council brings floral art, fashion, design and special events to the museum. The event will take place over the…
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The U.S. Navy Blue Angels will be the centerpiece of the annual Air Dot Show Cocoa Beach this weekend, attracting aviation enthusiasts of all ages in a special celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. The centerpiece of the show will be Lori Wilson Park, where demonstrations will take place April 11-12, but viewing will be available throughout the two-mile-wide aerobatic box that stretches from the Cocoa Beach Pier to the Minutemen Causeway. Other high-flying performers include the F-16 Viper Demo Team, B-52 Stratofortress, SOCOM Para Commandos, and P-51 Mustang Demo. This weekend marks the first time in five years that the…
biggest crocodile Gatorland history Died. According to a statement on Gatorland’s social media accounts, Buddy, who is approximately 13 feet 8 inches long and weighs approximately half a ton, had been in poor health for some time. The animal was receiving veterinary treatment, the post said. “He was on and off medication and taking additional vitamins, but we did everything we could to keep him comfortable,” the report states. “This year’s cold weather certainly hasn’t made things any easier for him. Our team here at Gatorland found him early every morning to make sure he was okay.” Gatorland, which has…
At the risk of bashing an internet meme, “Hey Dad, what were Orlando’s theme parks and attractions like in the ’90s?” I’m going to say it’s fun and impactful. Let’s think about it. If we fudge the timeline a bit, half of theme parks came into existence within the last 10 years. That probably disrupted our thinking and created a broader demand for new attractions. So when Epic Universe Theme Park opened last year, it felt like a bomb, so to speak. There was a community-driven buzz in Orlando at the time. Shaquille O’Neal and Penny Hardaway gave the Orlando…
They lost yet another player to injury, Dmitry Kulikov, who was already playing with a broken nose, broke his finger in the third period and did not return. “This is a standard injury here,” Maurice said, adding that Kulikov’s season is over. “What they went through is unbelievable.” After subtracting Dobes as an extra attacker, Suzuki lit up the lamp for Montreal immediately after being hit by Tarasov from close range, making it 3-3 with 20.2 seconds left. Facing early adversity, the Panthers had to shut down a 4-on-3 power play with 1:49 left in the overtime frame. The Panthers…