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** August 8, 2025
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Know your routes, be aware of zones and watch out for bogies. No, we’re not talking about flying in Top Gun, we’re talking about back-to-school traffic in Orlando.

Orange County students head back to class on Monday, which means increased traffic, active school zones, frequent school bus stops and kids walking or biking to school.

While our young Orlando scholars are sharpening their pencils and swapping lunches, we, the adults, are responsible for making sure they get there safely.

So, this Monday, we say this to you: to the teachers, crossing guards and volunteer parents, we salute you; to the kids, stick to the crosswalks; to everyone else, don’t say we didn’t give you a heads up!
https://www.orlando.gov/Community-Programs-Events/Volunteer-for-Orlando-Cares?utm_source=City+News&utm_campaign=9de7af8dc7-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_01_07_03_07_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c482f52094-9de7af8dc7-80648119&mc_cid=9de7af8dc7&mc_eid=UNIQID

Volunteers go above and beyond

Mayor Dyer recently had the opportunity to recognize longtime city volunteer, Dolly Charron. Mayor presented her with her a plaque to celebrate her incredible contributions to Harry P. Leu Gardens, with of more than 500 volunteer hours in the past year alone!

A retired college professor and world traveler, Dolly brings warmth, knowledge and global perspective to every tour she gives at Leu Garden's House Museum.

Her accuracy, passion for history and sunny spirit make every tour both educational and unforgettable.

Thank you, Dolly, for making Orlando a more welcoming and inspiring place, one tour at a time.
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Join us at the 26th Annual Veterans Day Parade

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and the Mayor's Veterans Advisory Council will honor the courageous men and women of the armed forces at the 26th Annual City of Orlando Veterans Day Parade on Saturday, November 8, 2025.

This year’s parade will be in a new location, held for the first time in the Lake Nona Community, in partnership with Tavistock and the Lake Nona VA Medical Center.

The parade's theme “Service to our Nation”, recognizes the dedication and sacrifice of our military service members past and present.

If you are interested in participating in the parade or applying to become a Grand Marshal, visit orlando.gov/veteransparade (https://www.orlando.gov/Events/2025-Veterans-Day-Parade?utm_source=City+News&utm_campaign=9de7af8dc7-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_01_07_03_07_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c482f52094-9de7af8dc7-80648119&mc_cid=9de7af8dc7&mc_eid=UNIQID) . Participant registration closes on October 1, 2025.
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Help shape downtown's future
Whether you live, work or just love spending time in downtown Orlando's Central Business District, your voice is important.

We're asking for your feedback on the nighttime economy and how it impacts our community. Tell us what you think about safety, events and other important issues.

What's working well? What needs to change? Your input will help us make downtown a better place for everyone.
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Let’s go out, but stay in

For those seeking a cozy spot to unwind after work or on weekends, a place that feels like home but isn’t, Nora’s Sugar Shack is your spot. If you’ve driven down Virginia Drive, you’ve probably spotted what looks like a house with Nora’s iconic logo and wondered: home or business? Officially, it’s a business. Metaphorically, it’s a home for anyone craving a low-key, intimate atmosphere.

At just 19-years-old, Nora Brooker moved to Orlando and took a job working for an independent beer distribution company. Nora worked her way to becoming a division manager until the company was bought out by a national company and she realized corporate life had her spending more time at a computer and less of what she loved most: curating unique, craft or locally produced beer to share with the community. She left corporate and focused on building her own business.

The result was Nora’s Sugar Shack, a local package store, lounge and unofficial home away from home now celebrating 20 years in business. While the outside of Nora’s is eye-catching, the inside is cozy and full of personal touches and unique décor. Nora is known for her spot-on beer recommendations, warm hugs and her passionate advocacy for dog adoptions.

Nora’s Sugar Shack is one of the more than 60 local restaurants, bars and cafes participating in the Main Streets Sip & Savor Weeks, running now through August 10. To visit Nora and her Sugar Shack, head to 636 Virginia Drive or check out Instagram @norassugarshack (https://www.instagram.com/norassugarshack/?hl=en&utm_source=City+News&utm_campaign=9de7af8dc7-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_01_07_03_07_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c482f52094-9de7af8dc7-80648119&mc_cid=9de7af8dc7&mc_eid=UNIQID) .


** Things You Should Know
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* Know someone who would benefit from an Internet 101 class? Check out our free upcoming classes (https://www.orlando.gov/Our-Government/Orlando-plans-for-a-future-ready-city/Digital-Literacy?utm_source=City+News&utm_campaign=9de7af8dc7-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_01_07_03_07_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c482f52094-9de7af8dc7-80648119&mc_cid=9de7af8dc7&mc_eid=UNIQID)
* We’re looking for some new art at the Orlando Tennis Centre (https://www.orlando.gov/Events/Sculpture-Call-for-Artists-for-City-of-Orlando-Tennis-Centre?utm_source=City+News&utm_campaign=9de7af8dc7-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_01_07_03_07_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c482f52094-9de7af8dc7-80648119&mc_cid=9de7af8dc7&mc_eid=UNIQID)
* Join us for this year’s State of the City Address (https://www.orlando.gov/Events/State-of-the-City-Address-2025?utm_source=City+News&utm_campaign=9de7af8dc7-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_01_07_03_07_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c482f52094-9de7af8dc7-80648119&mc_cid=9de7af8dc7&mc_eid=UNIQID)
* Celebrating Families, Parks and Recreation’s 100 years! (https://www.facebook.com/OrlandoFPR/posts/pfbid0fUZ5PVqJoza93jAk4A4E1VHqEGxVN5Pi2Sv9f3KpjNtA7n4CyNjkRtQptxNK1iPfl?__cft__[0]=AZUCpz5ievCWQHQTPrA8B2HuqO_PWD7YhURMBq05EmvkPz4-dI1sQ82Uqd-BcDPpqORLtb5PzKDbpblYw1Bb0iEQ2uuwwoYVbLWvMeNvxcbl_al_AM26SnhqYQGaV_8rD5w3V-pInTGzuOXSVX-3knsZDg7cmKTCb7ILqaIiYW23dR1hGih94Fy9NSOl6ZKTJQY&__tn__=%2CO%2CP-R&utm_source=City+News&utm_campaign=9de7af8dc7-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_01_07_03_07_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c482f52094-9de7af8dc7-80648119&mc_cid=9de7af8dc7&mc_eid=UNIQID)


** Now Hiring
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Are you in the market for a new job that is meaningful and offers challenging work? Are you looking to fill your cup with work that makes your community better? Check out these positions with the City of Orlando:
* Wastewater Plant Operator Supervisor (Conserv II) (https://cityoforlando.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CityofOrlandoCareers/job/Wastewater-Plant-Operator-Supervisor--Conserv-II-_R535154?utm_source=City+News&utm_campaign=9de7af8dc7-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_01_07_03_07_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c482f52094-9de7af8dc7-80648119&mc_cid=9de7af8dc7&mc_eid=UNIQID) – Public Works
* Bus Driver (Colonialtown Neighborhood Center) (https://cityoforlando.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CityofOrlandoCareers/job/Bus-Driver--Colonialtown-Neighborhood-Center-_R534733-1?utm_source=City+News&utm_campaign=9de7af8dc7-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_01_07_03_07_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c482f52094-9de7af8dc7-80648119&mc_cid=9de7af8dc7&mc_eid=UNIQID) – Families, Parks and Recreation
* Fleet Collision Coordinator (https://cityoforlando.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CityofOrlandoCareers/job/Fleet-Collision-Coordinator_R535211?utm_source=City+News&utm_campaign=9de7af8dc7-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_01_07_03_07_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c482f52094-9de7af8dc7-80648119&mc_cid=9de7af8dc7&mc_eid=UNIQID) – Fleet
* Seasonal Venues Entertainment Facility Worker (https://cityoforlando.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CityofOrlandoCareers/job/Seasonal-Venues-Entertainment-Facility-Worker_R535210?utm_source=City+News&utm_campaign=9de7af8dc7-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_01_07_03_07_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c482f52094-9de7af8dc7-80648119&mc_cid=9de7af8dc7&mc_eid=UNIQID) – Venues
* General Maintenance Technician (Temp/Seasonal) (https://cityoforlando.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CityofOrlandoCareers/job/General-Maintenance-Technician--Temp-Seasonal-_R535250?utm_source=City+News&utm_campaign=9de7af8dc7-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_01_07_03_07_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c482f52094-9de7af8dc7-80648119&mc_cid=9de7af8dc7&mc_eid=UNIQID) – Venues

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** Events
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Public Board Meetings

Visit orlando.gov/publicmeetings (https://www.orlando.gov/Our-Government/Public-Meetings?utm_source=City+News&utm_campaign=9de7af8dc7-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_01_07_03_07_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c482f52094-9de7af8dc7-80648119&mc_cid=9de7af8dc7&mc_eid=UNIQID)
for more meetings and location details
* Nominating Board Meeting
August 13, 8:30 a.m.

* Downtown South Neighborhood Improvement District Advisory Council
August 13, 9 a.m.

* Code Enforcement Board
August 13, 9 a.m.

* IAFF District Chief & Communications Negotiations
August 13, 9 a.m.

* Investment Committee Meeting
August 13, 11 a.m.

Events

Main Streets Sip & Savor Weeks (https://www.sipandsavorotown.com/offers?utm_source=City+News&utm_campaign=9de7af8dc7-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_01_07_03_07_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c482f52094-9de7af8dc7-80648119&mc_cid=9de7af8dc7&mc_eid=UNIQID)
July 25 - August 10
All day
Main Street Districts
Citywide

TPD Market (https://www.thorntonparkdistrict.com/event/washington-street-market?utm_source=City+News&utm_campaign=9de7af8dc7-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_01_07_03_07_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c482f52094-9de7af8dc7-80648119&mc_cid=9de7af8dc7&mc_eid=UNIQID)
August 8 and 14
6 - 10 p.m.
TPD Circle
431 East Central Boulevard

Orlando Farmers Market (https://www.downtownorlando.com/Fun/Events/Orlando-Farmers-Market-25?utm_source=City+News&utm_campaign=9de7af8dc7-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_01_07_03_07_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c482f52094-9de7af8dc7-80648119&mc_cid=9de7af8dc7&mc_eid=UNIQID)
August 10
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Lake Eola Park
1842 East Winter Park Road

City Council Meeting (https://www.orlando.gov/Events/City-Council-Meeting?utm_source=City+News&utm_campaign=9de7af8dc7-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_01_07_03_07_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c482f52094-9de7af8dc7-80648119&mc_cid=9de7af8dc7&mc_eid=UNIQID)
August 11
2 - 5 p.m.
Orlando City Hall, Council Chambers
1842 East Winter Park Road

Audubon Park Community Market (https://www.orlando.gov/Events/Audubon-Park-Community-Market?utm_source=City+News&utm_campaign=9de7af8dc7-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_01_07_03_07_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c482f52094-9de7af8dc7-80648119&mc_cid=9de7af8dc7&mc_eid=UNIQID)
August 11
5 - 8 p.m.
Stardust Video & Coffee
1842 Winter Park Road

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