When the final bell of the school year rings, children run home, eagerly anticipating the freedom of summer. A week (sometimes even days) later, parents hear the dreaded two-word phrase: “I’m bored.” Parents need not fear as the Lake Nona YMCA is making sure that children have their best summer ever thanks to a variety of programs and activities that stimulate … [Read more...]
Nemours Nurse Named Top in the Nation
ORLANDO, Fla. – A registered nurse who cares for children with cancer and blood disorders at Nemours Children’s Hospital earned a national honor from the Society of Pediatric Nurses (SPN). Julie Laybourne Swee won the ‘Excellence in Clinical Practice’ award from the organization. The SPN gives the annual award to a staff nurse who made a significant contribution to the care of … [Read more...]
Women’s Resolve a Living Portrait of Using Art as Therapy – Nonahood Artist of the Month, June
Many of us have no idea who we want to be when we grow up. However, this beautiful woman knew exactly what she wanted to do and how she wanted to share it with the world. This month’s artist is Laureate Park resident Linda DeGrado. Her story is an inspiring journey of trials and tribulations resulting in the ultimate representation of her passion and purpose. Linda grew up … [Read more...]
Retired Soldier Continues His Selfless Service In Many Ways, Including Golf
I met Robert “BJ” Jackson the same way many people meet in the 21st century: Facebook. We had multiple friends in common, lived in the same neighborhood, attended the same events and commented on the same posts in our community page, but we never really had a chance to meet face-to-face. So, why not send over a friend request? BJ and I were friends on Facebook for … [Read more...]
Orange County Library Offers a Summer Full of Fun and Learning
Searching for something entertaining and free of charge for your family to do this summer? Look no further than the Orange County Library System. OCLS is offering in-branch and online programs, activities, and popular materials for everyone. Whether you are interested in eBooks or eMagazines, eAudio books, print books or audio CD sets for long summer vacation … [Read more...]
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