Every December, the thing I look forward to most is bringing home a live Christmas tree. There’s just something about the smell of pine and the quiet moment when you open that first box of ornaments. I always end up sitting on the floor, unwrapping them slowly, because each one has its own story. Some are souvenirs from places I’ve traveled. A few have been passed down through … [Read more...]
Philanthropist Alan Ginsburg Honored With Unveiling of the Ginsburg Family Gardens at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida
A 33-foot sculpture, created by world-renowned artist JEFRË, stands as a symbol of gratitude for Ginsburg’s dedication to the health and well-being of children in Central Florida. Nemours Children’s Health has dedicated the Ginsburg Family Gardens at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida, honoring philanthropist Alan H. Ginsburg for his long- standing support of children’s … [Read more...]
Orlando Ballet’s Reimagined Nutcracker Celebrates Its Third Season as a Central Florida Holiday Tradition
Family-friendly experience boasts imaginative, high-impact splendor, fully immersing audiences in the magic of the holiday season. Orlando Ballet’s The Nutcracker, presented by Orlando Health, returns to Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, Steinmetz Hall, on Dec. 5-24 for its third season under the artistic direction and choreography of Jorden Morris. What began as … [Read more...]
Four Local Organizations Partner For “Creative Aging” Pilot
TO REDEFINE SENIOR CARE THROUGH THE ARTS Four organizations – Share the Care, Senior Resource Alliance, United Arts of Central Florida and AdventHealth – have teamed up to launch “Creative Aging,” a pilot program that leverages art to enrich the lives and overall health of local seniors. Starting in October, Share the Care’s Adult Day Health Centers will host one of four … [Read more...]
Savor Tooth Tiger: Classic Meatloaf and Mashed Potatoes
At my house, we affectionately call this dinner “Grandma Meal”. On a cold Winter’s night, nothing says comfort quite like hot mashed potatoes topped with butter, classic meatloaf and glazed carrot coins. My husband’s grandmother made this exact meal for him throughout his childhood so it has a special sentiment in our home. Maybe your grandmother made you something similar. If … [Read more...]