Around Central Florida

By Jennifer Couvertier

August is such a busy month. Whether you are wrapping up your family vacation, exploring the local area, or possibly beginning back to school shopping, here are a few places to explore while accomplishing your to-do list.

Altamonte

Cranes Roost Park

Cranes Roost Park is ideal for walking, picnicking, and enjoying a lovely gathering with family or friends. It is also a great place to exercise. If you are 18+ and want to work up a sweat, consider joining the Altamonte Fit Club on Wednesday evenings for free fitness classes brought to you by the City of Altamonte Springs, Emerson International, Inc. and AdventHealth.

Planet Obstacle

Sitting at 50,000 square feet, Planet Obstacle is the World’s Largest Indoor Obstacle Park. This park provides the perfect way to end the summer with a bang. Enjoy the onsite cafe after a day of connecting with others as the group participates in fun and challenging courses. Other activities include bumper cars, ziplining and more. The Last Day of Summer Pass ends on August 10.

LAKE NONA Nail’d It Salon

Preparing for back to school is not only about what to wear but also how to wear it! Pamper yourself and look the part with a fresh manicure and pedicure! If you are in the East Orlando area and want to indulge in self-care while feeling at home, visit Poe, Helen, and Mina at Nail’d It Salon. The family-owned nail salon on Lee Vista Boulevard will surely make you feel welcome while delivering excellent service and quality results. Make a statement for the year!

The DRIPBaR Lake Nona

Are you feeling run down after the long summer? Need an energyinfused boost before the school year? The DRIPBaR, IV Spa in Lake Nona, could be a solution. IV infusions provide several benefits, including stronger immune systems, headache relief, anxiety relief, higher energy, and more.

Winter Park

JENI’S Splendid Ice Creams

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams is now open in The Winter Park Village. Jeni’s is the place to go after a long day of work or school for the children. Jeni’s aims to bring a new standard to ice cream through a unique blend of savory flavors. Share Jeni’s tasty treats with family and friends; they will thank you.

Rollins Museum of Art

Visit the Rollins Museum of Art through August 27 to enjoy the Together Again: Local and Global Connections Exhibit. The exhibit explores a series of works from the museum’s collection that address local and global connections in a digital era.

COLLEGE PARK Infusion Tea

Want a quick pick-me-up without the extra calories while running errands? Infusion Tea, an organic tea café in College Park, provides a collection of loose-leaf teas. The café also offers an entirely vegetarian menu. Great for a healthy, busy day around town.

Princeton Park

Sometimes the kids may need to release extra energy. Princeton Park is open daily until 9:00 p.m. Kids of all ages can enjoy playing outdoors or participating in extracurricular and youth programs offered by the park.

12 – August 16

Chefs Dinner with Celebrity Chef Roberto Trevino Marketplace at Avalon Park

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18 – August 26

16 –August 23

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