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County to give food bank $1M for food aid, anti-communism curriculum is coming to Florida schools, Epic Universe may already be expanding, and other news you may have missed last week. Plus
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actress and Orlando native Scarlett Spears
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Orange County to give food bank $1M for food aid, anti-communism curriculum is coming to Florida schools, Epic Universe may already be expanding, and other news you may have missed last week.
BY EMMY BAILEY, MCKENNA SCHUELER, BEA ANHUCI OF FRESH TAKE FLORIDA, MITCH PERRY OF FLORIDA PHOENIX, JIM TURNER/NSF
» Orange County to commit $1M for food bank to meet rising demand post-gov shutdown
Although the country’s longest federal government shutdown (and consequential disruptions to SNAP benefits and federal employee pay) has officially ended, the impact of the shutdown is expected to persist for some time. As initially teased by Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings last month, the Orange County government is expected this week to approve an extra $1 million in funding for Second Harvest Food Bank in order to help expand food assistance to affected families. Second Harvest Food Bank is the largest hunger relief organization in Central Florida, serving seven counties. It currently already has a three-year contract with the county, totaling $7.75 million, approved by the board of county commissioners in August. However, organizations like United Way have noted an uptick in calls for food aid and other assistance from local families struggling to make ends meet. Second Harvest works with over 800 community partners to distribute food to those in need.
» Ren Theatre faces $488K in losses, founder says
Two months after the city of Orlando condemned the Renaissance Theatre Co.’s venue, the troupe last week released an update, citing 34 canceled performances and roughly $488,000 in revenue lost so far. Donald Rupe, Ren founder and artistic director, said in a social media post the closure has lasted longer than he expected. His team is now awaiting approval for what they hope to be the final permit that would allow them back into the building. The Ren was officially closed on Sept. 19 due to safety code violations just ahead of the theater’s signature Halloween show, Nosferatu. Since the closure, Ren employees have collectively lost about $218,000 in wages, while also losing material and labor costs due to having to remove the Nosferatu set, Rupe said. He clarified that he does not believe the closure is politically motivated and praised city officials for their support in helping get the building back on its feet. Rupe credited co-founder Chris Kampmeier and more than 350 donors for helping keep The Ren afloat. Supporters can continue to donate directly at rentheatre.com.
» Epic Universe may already be expanding
After officially launching in May, Universal Orlando’s newest park Epic Universe may already be looking toward making some changes, according to permits hinting at an expansion. Universal Orlando filed a permit on Nov. 7 detailing plans for utility and foundation work on a 150,000-squarefoot building. The address listed is 1001 Epic Blvd., the official address for Epic Universe. But it’s unclear whether the building is located within the park or just on Universal Boulevard property. Bryce Ramsay, an architect with Baker Barrios, submitted the application, according to reporting by the Orlando Sentinel, but no public comments have been made by the park about the permits. During a Bank of America conference in September, however, Universal Destinations & Experiences CEO Mark Woodbury reportedly discussed future expansions planned for all three Universal parks.
» Florida to become first state to adopt conservative education plan from the Heritage Foundation
Florida education leaders last week approved a set of principles that would teach a conservative-backed vision of the United States. The State Board of Education signed off on Florida becoming the first state to adopt the Heritage Foundation’s “Phoenix Declaration: An American Vision for Education.” The board also approved social studies changes intended to highlight the ideological evils of communism. The Phoenix declaration is a statement of principles described as fostering “a love of country,” teaching children to “seek the good, true and beautiful” and aiming for students to “achieve their full, God-given potential.” Florida Education Commissioner Anastasios Kamoutsas said the declaration establishes an “affiliation” with the Heritage Foundation, the rightwing group behind the notorious Project 2025. Critics addressing the education board last week described the Heritage Foundation declaration as promoting indoctrination. Marihelen Wheeler, a retired teacher from Alachua County, said the state should increase teacher pay before adding to their workload.
» Fear of immigration arrests near schools in Florida is reducing enrollment Education leaders have been caught off guard by falling enrollment rates in some of Florida’s largest districts — a trend attributed in part to immigration-related arrests. In Orange County, the school
district saw an enrollment decrease of around 6,600 students this year, more than double the 3,000 students the district predicted would leave for charter schools, said school board member Stephanie Vanos. She said the majority of the unexpected departures were children in immigrant families. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents had been blocked since 2011 from detaining people in “sensitive areas” like schools and churches, and the Biden administration expanded those restrictions four years ago. That policy, however, was rolled back by the Trump administration in January. Immediately after the policy was rolled back and immigration agents got the green light to operate on school campuses, Vanos said, Orange County schools saw sharp increases in absenteeism, particularly in schools with large immigrant populations. Absenteeism has since steadied, but she said the enrollment decrease is just as concerning.
» Federal legislation could ‘devastate’ Florida’s hemp industry Florida’s multibillion-dollar hemp industry is in jeopardy of collapsing due to federal legislation approved by Congress, and both proponents and critics are only now grasping the significance of what is at stake. As part of the continuing resolution to reopen the federal government, Congress passed a measure that, according to a Senate Appropriations Committee bill summary, “Prevents the unregulated sale of intoxicating hemp-based or hemp-derived products, including Delta-8, from being sold online, in gas stations, and corner stores, while preserving CBD and industrial hemp products.” If approved by the House of Representatives later this week and then signed by the president, the measure would go into effect in 365 days. While Florida has not restricted hemp-derived THC products, Delta-8 THC has been banned in 17 states and severely restricted in seven more. Florida lawmakers passed a measure in 2024 that would have banned the sale of Delta-8 and imposed regulations on other hemp-derived products. However, it was vetoed by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
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Q: THE HOLIDAYS ARE FULL OF FAMILY GATHERINGS AND DELICIOUS FOOD. I LOVE SHARING SPECIAL TREATS WITH MY PETS, BUT I’VE HEARD SOME CAN BE HARMFUL. WHICH HOLIDAY FOODS SHOULD I AVOID GIVING THEM?
The holidays bring joy, food, and family, but they also bring potential hazards for pets. Many traditional dishes contain ingredients that can cause digestive upset or even serious illness if eaten by cats or dogs.
Avoid feeding your pet rich or fatty foods like turkey skin, gravy, or stuffing. These can lead to pancreatitis, a painful and sometimes lifethreatening condition. Common holiday ingredients such as onions, garlic, grapes, raisins, and chocolate are toxic and should never be shared. Even “sugar-free” baked goods can contain xylitol, an artificial sweetener that can cause dangerous drops in blood sugar or liver failure in dogs.
To keep your pet safe, skip the table scraps and offer plain, petfriendly treats instead, like small pieces of cooked turkey breast (no bones), carrots, or a small spoon of canned pumpkin. Always secure trash and food leftovers out of reach.
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THE ‘SACRED 6 CENTS’
Orlando Dem Carlos Guillermo Smith revives push to rein in public money given to Big Tourism
BY MCKENNA SCHUELER
State Sen. Carlos Guillermo Smith, D-Orlando, has revived a hearty push to allow for more flexible use of the revenue that local governments collect through the tourist development tax, a 6 percent tax levied on stays in hotels and short-term rentals.
Florida law currently restricts how much of that tax money can be used to address some of Orlando’s most pressing issues, such as homelessness and transportation, instead requiring most of it to be spent to boost the region’s world-renowned tourist attractions, convention centers and tourism promotion agencies.
Orange County, for example, collected nearly $360 million in hotel tax revenue during the 2024 fiscal year, the largest pull of any other county in Florida. Nearly one-third of that ($105 million) was distributed to Visit Orlando, a private, nonprofit marketing agency that pays a dozen of its executives six-figure salaries on a budget that is mostly comprised of public money.
It was also recently dinged by the County Comptroller’s office for misclassifying $3.5 million in public money as private, and called out for spending public money on garish outlays like a $12,000 car allowance for its CEO and a lavish $75,000 dinner party promoting local tourism up in New York.
“During a time where more than 62 percent of families here in Orange County are cost-burdened — particularly on things like housing affordability — to me, it’s unconscionable that we spend $105 million a year, not on community needs to support the homeless, for transit, but $105 million a year on corporate advertising at Visit Orlando with public monies,” Sen. Smith argued, speaking on a panel organized by the Orange County chapter of the nonpartisan League of Women Voters last week.
Smith, a progressive who formerly served in the Florida House, has introduced a slate of bills for consideration by Florida legislators next year that would reform state law on the tourist development tax, plus require a dollar-to-dollar match on private to public money given to tourism agencies like Visit Orlando.
“I think the industry needs to have skin in the game for their tourism advertising budget,” Smith argued. Roughly 92 percent of Visit Orlando’s budget, for instance, is made up of public TDT revenue.
Proposed reforms to the hotel tax, such as allowing that revenue stream to help pay for housing that’s affordable for tourism workers, road improvements and public transportation, have
faced strong pushback from the tourism industry, which would — to no one’s surprise — like to hold onto its public money.
Rosen Hotels CEO Frank Santos, for instance, sparred with Smith on the panel last week, telling the League of Women Voters audience that he’d prefer to retain the current restrictions on hotel tax revenue, and create a separate tax or surcharge on tourists to fund transportation needs.
Santos described his pitch as a “tourist transportation tax,” or TTT, that he said would be levied exclusively on tourists, not Florida residents. “I believe that there’s more and more support for a separate tax funding,” he said, referring to unnamed elected officials he’s spoken to and others in the hospitality industry.“I think as long as we stay away from that six sacred cents,” he added, referring to the hotel tax collection, “I think we have a lot of opportunity.”
Smith, to the amusement of his audience, rose to the challenge of meeting Santos’ congenial proposal with his own. While expressing support for “dedicated source of funding for transportation,” Smith described himself as a “yes, and” proponent, questioning the tourism industry’s unwillingness to fund their own marketing themselves.
“Why is it that the tourism industry won’t invest in these dollars themselves? Because they want us to pay for it!”
“If $105 million a year as the budget for Visit Orlando really is the right amount, we need tourism to invest in some of those dollars themselves,” Smith argued.
“The senator,” Santos responded, “doesn’t really understand the cost of doing business as a hotelier and a hospitality company.”
wages for servers specifically, and affiliating with a parent organization that has lobbied to weaken food safety regulation, the state’s hospitality industry — via the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association — has also lobbied to keep TDT revenue earmarked for tourism.
Each year, as local electeds divvy up the revenue between Visit Orlando, the Pentagon-sized Orange County Convention Center and the sports stadiums (and yes, a portion also goes to smaller arts venues and organizations), venue owners simultaneously plead poverty while claiming they offer their hourly workers good wages and benefits, in a bid to get hold of more public money.
“Promoters need to decide to use this facility, either here or they go to Tampa or Jacksonville, or Vegas or Nashville and Atlanta, and we want them to choose Orlando more often than not,” Steve Hogan, CEO of Florida Citrus Sports, told county commissioners in his pitch for improvements to the city-operated Camping World Stadium in 2023. “That’s what brings the visitors, that’s what brings the impact.”
“Why is it that the tourism industry won’t invest in these dollars themselves? Because they want us to pay for it!”
Costs for marketing, Santos explained, are up 20 to 40 percent for Rosen Hotels since the COVID-19 pandemic. “That’s just a part of doing business.”
The revival of a yearslong fight
This isn’t the first time elected officials and tourism industry hawks have fought over what to do with the generous pot of money that the hotel tax brings in.
In addition to supporting the relaxation of Florida’s child labor laws, slashing the minimum
Current law already allows some of the hotel tax revenue to be spent on “public facilities,” including transportation, if at least 40 percent of the revenue is dedicated to tourism promotion, specifically, and an “independent analysis” is conducted to demonstrate “the positive impact of the infrastructure project on tourist-related businesses.”
If that 40 percent isn’t forked over, officials are left with more limited options.
There’s certainly imagination for more. Some local elected officials, for instance, have pitched using a portion of TDT revenue to fund an expansion of SunRail. Expanding the local rail system’s hours later in the evening and on weekends would cost an estimated $26 million per year — still just a fraction of the revenue that Orange County pulls in through the hotel tax.
And that’s assuming other neighboring municipalities don’t pitch in, too.
A proposal from Smith that nearly made it into a bipartisan state budget package earlier this year (before being removed at the last minute) would have made it easier for local governments to spend TDT revenue on public transportation and infrastructure. Smith plans to push for this again in 2026.
Santos, who rose to the position of CEO of Rosen Hotels shortly after the death of hotelier Harris Rosen last December, said he similarly supports expanding Sunrail. He just wants to see that expansion done through something like his proposal — without touching TDT revenue.
Smith is planning to move forward with his reform proposals regardless. The senator told Orlando Weekly after the panel that he believes Florida Rep. Anna Eskamani (also a Democrat from Orlando) is prepared to sponsor a couple of his TDT reform bills in the Florida House, and is still working on finding a House sponsor for a couple of others (since House members have limitations on how many bills they can sponsor).
Smith’s proposals include:
SB 446: Would require a “one-to-one match” of private to public contributions to fund “large-scale county destination marketing organizations” like Visit Orlando
SB 454: Would delete the part of Florida statutes that requires a certain percentage of TDT revenue to be spent on promoting tourism
SB 458: Would revise the percentage to require just 20 percent (instead of 40 percent) of TDT revenue be used for promoting tourism
SB 456: Would allow for revenue from TDT to be used to help fund the development of workforce housing, public safety improvements (because theme park-goers want to feel safe, too) and other affordable housing developments
Legislation filed by state lawmakers must be approved by majorities in both the Florida House and Senate, and then receive final approval from the governor to become law. Florida’s next legislative session is scheduled to begin Jan. 13 and end March 13, 2026. mschueler@orlandoweekly.com
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
The Constitution sets out many protections on the basis of personhood, using the term “people” or “person” rather than “citizen.” U.S. court precedent historically supports the idea that these laws apply to all people on U.S. soil, whether or not they are citizens. These cards may be helpful to any English, Spanish, Kréyol or Arabic speakers who fear detention.
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• DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR if an immigration agent is knocking on the door.
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• DO NOT SIGN ANYTHING without first speaking to a lawyer. You have the right to speak with a lawyer.
• If you are outside of your home, ask the agent if you are free to leave. If they say yes, LEAVE CALMLY.
• GIVE THIS CARD TO THE AGENT. If you are inside your home, show the card through the window or slide it under the door.
Usted tiene derechos constitucionales.
• NO ABRA LA PUERTA si un agente de inmigración está tocando la puerta.
• NO CONTESTE NINGUNA PREGUNTA de un agente de inmigración si trata de hablar con usted. Usted tiene el derecho a guardar silencio.
• NO FIRME NADA sin antes hablar con un abogado. Usted tiene el derecho de hablar con un abogado.
• Si usted está fuera de su casa, pregúntele al agente si tiene la libertad de irse. Si le dice que sí, VÁYASE CON TRANQUILIDAD.
• ENTRÉGUELE ESTA TARJETA EL AGENTE. Si usted está dentro de su casa, muestre la tarjeta por la ventana o pásela debajo de la puerta.
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• BAY AJAN KAT SA. Si ou anndan lakay ou, montre kat la nan fenèt la oswa glise li anba pòt la.
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THIS MAGIC MOMENT
8-year-old actress and Orlando native Scarlett Spears shines bright
BY KIKO MARTINEZ
Wof Glinda, The Good Witch of the North. Adult Glinda is played by Ariana Grande, who earned an Academy Award nomination for the same role in the first movie.
The audition for Young Glinda wasn’t a typical one, Spears says. She went in without knowing which movie she was auditioning for. While Hollywood studios often keep blockbuster projects under wraps, it was a new experience for her.
“It was a surprise,” she says. “They were giving me random things to do to see if I could follow instructions.”
Luckily, Spears, who is in the third grade and homeschooled, had seen the first Wicked. One of her favorite scenes is when Grande sings “Popular.” She had also seen the original 1939 classic, The Wizard of Oz. At first, she didn’t understand why the movie started in black and white.
“I asked my mom, and she said, ‘You’ll see, just wait,’” Spears says. “Then I got to see the colors. It was so beautiful. I wish I could go there myself.”
Spears was with her mother and grandmother when her agent told her she had booked the role of Young Glinda. Emotions quickly took over.
“We were so happy and excited that I started crying,” she says. “I cried a lot!”
Her sensitive nature didn’t surprise her grandmother, Nina Reyes, who says Spears was raised to be humble and thankful for everything that comes her way — big or small.
“She’s a very sweet child,” Reyes says.“What she’s accomplished is amazing.”
Although Spears didn’t work directly with Grande on set, she did get to meet her and pose for photos inside Glinda’s iconic floating pink bubble. On Spears’ Instagram page, which is run by her mother, there is a photo of Spears and Grande — both wearing fancy tiaras — sharing a big hug. It was a memorable moment for Spears. She had always been a big fan of Grande, from her role on the Nickelodeon sitcom Sam & Cat to listening to some of her favorite Grande songs like “thank u, next” and “7 Rings.”
“I didn’t really think I was going to meet her, [but] then I saw this pink, poofy dress … and she popped out!” Spears says. “She is so nice and so beautiful.”
in Wicked: For Good
hile many little girls might choose their favorite Disney princess based on magical powers or glittering gowns, child actress and Orlando native Scarlett Spears has a different reason for loving Tiana from The Princess and the Frog.
“She’s a hard-working girl,” Spears tells Orlando Weekly during a recent interview. “I love how she cooks food and gives it out to people. She’s not just dancing around and stuff.”
Spears’ choice of princess mirrors the kind of talent she’s bringing to the film and TV industry herself.
At just 8 years old, she’s already putting in serious work. Since 2022, she has played the daughter of a mob boss on the ABC soap opera General Hospital. Earlier this year, she starred as the kid version of Dora the Explorer in the Paramount+ live-action movie Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado. While Spears values substance over sparkle, she’s not shy about enjoying a little — or a lot — of glitter. And her latest role may be the glitteriest one yet. On Nov. 21, Spears will make her big-screen debut in the highly anticipated sequel Wicked: For Good. In the film, she plays the young version
Some of Spears’ favorite moments on set included working with director Jon Chu and making friends with the other kids in the movie. She also loved wearing her pink dress and blonde wig. Carrying a wand helped her step fully into Glinda’s charming character. The role wasn’t hard to inhabit, she says, because she shares many traits with Glinda.
“We kind of have the same personality,” Spears says. “We’re both funny and bubbly, and we both love everything pink!”
When audiences see Wicked: For Good, Spears hopes they connect with her character and see how Glinda’s journey to becoming The Good Witch of the North began.
“It’s funny and happy, and you can see what Glinda’s childhood was like,” she says. “You can see what makes her who she is. It’s just so magical.”
Wicked: For Good premieres in theaters nationwide on Friday, Nov. 21.
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The Star Princess cruise liner hides a very special secret, beyond the original shows, sophisticated performance venues and abundance of dining options
Everyone in Orlando knows where you can find a magical castle with princesses inside, but did you know that Florida is also home to a Princess with a Magic Castle inside? I was recently invited to board the Star Princess in Fort Lauderdale for the inaugural Caribbean sailing of the 17th and newest ship in Princess Cruises fleet. The launch party was a star-studded affair featuring Matthew and Camila McConaughey — who christened the bow with an oversized bottle of their Pantalones Tequila — musical guest Sheryl Crow and a 500-pound tuna being sashimi’d live on the lido deck. But even the dazzling Sky Elements drone show themed to Alaska (where the new ship will be spending its summers) couldn’t hold me spellbound like the Star Princess’ star attraction, which lies below decks hidden behind a secret door.
According to an onboard media presentation I attended with cruise line president Gus Antorcha, the typical Princess cruiser is over the age of 50, old enough to fondly remember the 1980s heyday of The Love Boat, the show whose legacy lives on through their ships’ horn fanfare and on-demand episodes on stateroom TVs. Those guests, the line says, are interested in a carefree cruise experience that’s “festive [and] upbeat, but not chaotic and less of a party.” As a result, you’ll find an abundance of fine dining options aboard Star Princess — including Makoto Ocean, serving the best uni and toro I’ve tasted at sea — along with lots of opportunities to laze about indoors and out.
What you won’t find aboard Star Princess is any of the theme park-style attractions we’ve come to expect on new ships from competing cruise lines. Don’t expect roller coasters (like Carnival), water coasters (like Norwegian and Disney) or robotic swing rides (like MSC) adorning Star Princess’ upper decks. In fact, you won’t find so much as a single waterslide, ropes course, zip line, or other outdoor activity more strenuous than pickleball and shuffleboard. Inside, there isn’t a 4D simulator or virtual reality headset in sight; you won’t even stumble across an arcade, excepting the home video game consoles available in the relatively barebones tween and teen clubs. In lieu of those types of adventures, Star Princess is relying on her international cast of 77 entertainers (including 20 musicians) to pack passengers’ days and nights with live entertainment.
Star Princess boasts three performance venues
that rank among the most sophisticated aboard any ship. At the front of the ship, the Dome is a sunbather’s paradise by day and amphitheater at night, hosting romantic candlelight concerts and world-class variety artists. The multi-level Piazza, ringed with couches and framed by massive moving video walls, looks down onto live bands and an acrobatic champagne waterfall ceremony. Finally, the 1,000-seat Princess Arena boasts a flexible design that can adapt from proscenium to keyhole to in-the-round, with a digital backdrop and central revolve that lifts and splits, allowing for dynamic stage transformations.
Those stage features are put to good use during two new mainstage shows produced for the Arena by U.K.-based Black Skull Creative, best known for their work on pop concerts and Ringling Bros. Meridian resembles an hourlong musical mashup of Titanic and Bridgerton, with pop songs by Rihanna and Ed Sheeran. The triple-threat performers are all excellent, if somewhat misdirected with inconsistent diction and awkward pauses; I far preferred their work in Illuminate, a colorful, plot-free cirque celebration that showed off their skills as acrobats and aerialists, including some truly impressive bungee and lyra choreography.
While many competing cruise lines are building their live productions around intellectual properties that they own (like Disney) or license from Broadway (see Royal Caribbean’s Back to the Future), Princess continues to create original shows for their ships. The reason is “connectivity,” according to Becky Thomson Foley, a trained
TACOS & VIBES? SAY LESS.
dancer and former cruise director who has been Princess’ head of global entertainment since May 2024. “We have to design something that we believe will connect with our guests whether they’re 5, 45 or 75 … and I feel that our guests deserve that bespoke connectivity.”
By far the best part of my voyage aboard Star Princess was getting to venture inside Spellbound, its most intimate and exotic entertainment venue. The second-ever outpost (after Sun Princess) of Los Angeles’ exclusive invitation-only Magic Castle, this vaudeville-inspired lounge and performance parlor is a pocket-sized reincarnation of the sprawling original’s immersive spirit, cleverly concealed just steps from the ship’s casino. After experiencing a jaw-dropping Pepper’s Ghost within a box office antechamber, guests in semi-formal attire are ushered into the Speakeasy-era bar, whose walls bulge with both authentic antique artifacts and cutting-edge illusions.
Some effects and Easter eggs may seem familiar to fans of Disney’s theme parks; listen to the antique phone, make a request of the ghostly pianist, and watch the eyes on the portrait of past Academy of Magical Arts president Neil Patrick Harris. Other exhibits on display — including never-before-seen home movies — pay tribute to The Great Cardini, originator of magicians’ iconic top-hat and tails look, whose great-nephew Randy Pitchford (co-owner of Magic Castle and CEO of Gearbox Software) helped cut the ceremonial ribbon before mentalist Mark Gibson’s mystifying inaugural performance inside the cozy Peacock Theater.
In an age of digital overstimulation, I could happily spend an entire night soaking up the oldschool analog atmosphere inside Spellbound, which is included (along with two handcrafted cocktails) in the $45 cover charge.
Magic Castle president Erika Larsen, a descendant of its founders who grew up playing in its parking lot, knows the reason I feel that way.
“We see ‘miracles’ every day,” says Larsen, referring to computer-generated imagery. “When someone picks up an object and does something impossible, and you know it’s real, that it’s not a screen — that changes everything.”
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STEAKING ITS REPUTATION
Corner Chophouse by Indigo Road Hospitality Group beefs up Hannibal Square
BY FAIYAZ KARA
When Corner Chophouse announced it would move into the old Park Avenue Tavern/Dexter’s space in Hannibal Square, I kept hearing, “Does Winter Park really need another high-end steakhouse?” I don’t know; does Orlando need another taqueria? Or pizzeria? Noodle house? Sushi joint? It struck me as the sort of question uttered in a city uncomfortable in its own skin, perhaps even one with an inferiority complex, not a large urban center with an established culinary identity. Maybe that’s because more isn’t less when it comes to restaurants; rather, more is more. So, yes, give me more taquerias and pizzerias. Give me more noodle houses and sushi joints. And, sure, give me more high-end steakhouses, even if it’s rare you’ll find me in one.
Corner Chophouse, however, is no ordinary high-end steakhouse. This is one by Indigo Road Hospitality Group, makers of many a concept, including venerable Charleston institution Oak Steakhouse. It’s run by four-time James Beard Award nominee Steve Palmer, who chose to
create a whole new concept just for this prominent corner in Hannibal Square.
That said, more than a few followers slid into my DMs to sound their disappointment when the chophouse first opened: “Saddest ribeye I’ve seen in quite some time. This for $85”; “Just a sad mess of a presentation”; “Service was bad and food wasn’t much better”; “Steaks overcooked, sides meh, I miss Dexter’s.” Some accompanied their pleasantries with photos of dreadful-looking cuts of steak. The fact the messages came from people whose opinions I respect only served to lower, significantly, my expectations. So when the good lady and I entered the Prohibition Era-styled chophouse on a Friday night and were seated in a dimly lit overflow room, we expected the worst.
But we couldn’t find fault with the steak tartare ($19), revealed to us once a smoke-filled dome was lifted off the plate. Black garlic lent the raw beef its bite; gossamer potato chips lent the crisp. Then we ate a lovely, and pricey, bluefin tuna crudo ($24) elegantly dressed with radishes,
CORNER CHOPHOUSE
558 W. New England Ave., Winter Park 321-972-2383
cornerchophouse.com
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buttery Castelvetrano olives and sherry vinegar served on a classy, irregular round plate. We began to wonder when our opinions would sour. Would it be after a service of milk bread served with Maldon-salted Plugrà butter ($8)? Nope. When our server said that they were inexplicably out of the 20-ounce dry-aged bone-in ribeye ($150) I had my eye on, along with the 28-ounce cowboy ribeye ($160) and the 12-ounce wagyu strip ($120), that left me just four steaks to choose from. The 32-ounce porterhouse was suggested — all $240 worth — but I settled for a less riche $84 16-ounce prime ribeye. The medium-rare slab couldn’t have been fired better. Unlike the slabs in the photos sent to me, it looked every bit the $84 steak I thought it wouldn’t be. Along with a marrow bone ($9) and a side of asparagus ($15) coated in a mustardy sauce gribiche and crispy potato, this was a steak dinner as good as any I’ve enjoyed. A massive, wonderfully marbled pork chop ($46) was just as juicy, served over potato pavé set in a rich soubise with apples. Apart from the sticker shock, the lack of steak options and the wine glasses not cleared after cocktails were ordered, we left impressed — and a bit puzzled.
I mean, this was hardly the subpar meal we anticipated. Surely the reckoning would come on a subsequent visit. But there, at the lively bar, the pal and I wolfed down a beautifully presented plate of squash and pumpkin ravioli ($22) in a sage brown butter as well as a couple of large stone crabs ($15) before digging into the dry-aged, bone-in ribeye ($150) I desired on my previous visit. Again, it was perfectly grilled, and every nutty slice was paired with a bite of pancetta-flecked creamed spinach ($12), a complimentary offering courtesy of our gracious barkeep. I also witnessed a first: the making of a vodka martini with 13 blue-cheesestuffed olives. Not quite as ridiculous was the size of the chocolate cake ($16) and the brown butter spiced apple cake ($14) with brown butter cream cheese icing, caramelized apples and candied pecans. Both solid, both superb.
As I picked through leftovers a couple of days later, I noticed a couple of things: No. 1, the pork chop was significantly raw in one section, and No. 2, I had received another DM about Corner Chophouse.
“They must have gotten it together because I haven’t heard any major complaints in the last couple of weeks. I mean, you’d think so given the company that runs it,” said the Instagram message.
It appears so, even if Corner Chophouse is a bit rough around the edges.
fkara@orlandoweekly.com
OPENINGS + CLOSINGS:
On the heels of opening Corner Chophouse (subject of this week’s review) in Hannibal Square, Indigo Road Hospitality Group will open its O-Ku Sushi concept in Minnesota Row, a mixed-use development taking over the Winter Park Business Center at 1311 Minnesota Ave. Look for it to open next spring … Tactical Brewing will move into the Metro Gymnastics space at 4915 New Broad St. in Baldwin Park early next year. In addition to a brewing facility, the location will house a food hall with five vendors and host live music … Holy City Zoo BBQ will open in the revamped Longwood Retail Center at 190 S. Ronald Reagan Blvd. The concept is by Greg and Kristina Gaardbo, who ran the Chicago Culinary Kitchen in Palatine, Illinois, specializing in Texas-style barbecue and craft beer (she’s a cicerone). No opening date has been announced … Also in Longwood, Cupid’s Hot Dogs will strike its all-beef arrows into the hearts of wiener lovers once again, this time in the old Parada Restaurant space at 254 W. State Road 434 at the end of the month … CityArts Café has opened inside the historic Rogers-Kiene Building, which also serves as home to CityArts Orlando. Lavazza coffee and pastries from Olde Hearth Bread Co. are offered … Yemeni cafe Haraz Coffee House will open adjacent to Pig Floyd’s Winter Park in the new development at 1561 Lee Road before the end of the year … Hollerbach’s German Restaurant has opened an outpost inside the Sanford airport with bratwurst, schnitzels, pretzels, German beers and more on the menu … National chain Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken & Wings has opened its first Orlando location at 275 S. Chickasaw Trail near Lake Underhill Road. To enjoy their “Angry Hot” wings, a waiver will need to be signed … Egyptian/Middle Eastern grocery store Alexandria Market has opened a second Orlando location, this one at 9320 S. Orange Blossom Trail, near Apna Bazaar … Potbelly, the Chicago-based chain specializing in sammies toasted at 500 degrees, has opened at 5455 Gateway Village Circle in Lee Vista. The Winter Park location, in the old Signs Now space at 1003 S. Orlando Ave., is slated to open mid-December … Closings: Ramen Takagi has closed its operation inside the struggling City Food Hall in Ivanhoe Village. Owners Yoko Takagi and Gabriel Leal will focus on their ramen-ya in Oviedo … In Longwood, Post Time Lounge on the corner of U.S. 17-92 and Dog Track Road has closed after 43 years in business.
PHOTO BY MATT KELLER LEHMAN
Dinner served 4 pm until 9 pm Thurs-Sat.
Soups and Starters: Sweet and Spicy Meatballs, and much more. Salads: Moroccan Chicken Salad to House Salads. Entrees: Pork Tenderloin with mushrooms, Seared Salmon, Ribeye, Fettuccine Alfredo, & more. Five Burgers and build your own, Flatbreads, Full Bar and Draft Beer & Wine, Soda and Juices and Desserts!
THURSDAY - SATURDAY 3 PM 6 PM
COUCHSURFING
Streaming premieres you won’t want to miss this week.
BY STEVE SCHNEIDER
Premieres Wednesday:
The Carman Family Deaths — The loss of his mother at sea puts the spotlight of suspicion on a young New England man, implicating him in the death of his grandfather years earlier. We have to make do with this documentary for now, because Ryan Murphy hasn’t been able to sign Robert Wagner or Christopher Walken. (Netflix)
Champagne Problems — Yes, we’ve reached that time of year when everybody wants to be the Hallmark Channel, and unrepentantly so. Follow Minka Kelly on business to France, where her mission to close a big deal might lead to love with a hunky local. So it’s like the Katy Perry story, but less embarrassing for everybody. (Netflix)
Premieres Thursday:
High Horse: The Black Cowboy — Jordan Peele traces the true, untold history of Blacks on the prairie in a documentary inspired by his
provocative 2022 sci-fi/horror feature, Nope. Meanwhile, Scott Derrickson is insistent Black Phone 2 is really about AT&T’s reliance on the slave trade. (Peacock)
A Man on the Inside — Mary Steenburgen joins her real-life husband, Ted Danson, for Season 2, which sends Charles undercover at a liberal arts college. Careful, guys! Remember what happened the last time somebody named Charlie tried to be a big man on campus. (Netflix)
Premieres Friday:
The Family Plan 2 — And here’s another chance to drink deep the reassurance of formula, specifically the tradition of shitty sequels set in Europe. Former assassin Mark Wahlberg faces a moment of truth on the continent, as he’s pursued by a mysterious foe who’s put his family in the crosshairs. You just knew Clark Griswold was going to snap one day if those British drivers didn’t let him merge. (Apple TV)
ONE SHOT With Ed Sheeran — The multiplatinum simp takes to the streets of New York, serenading the locals in an impromptu concert that was filmed in one take. The good news is that since Mamdani got elected, a guy can now get his hand cut off for this. (Netflix)
Train Dreams — Joel Edgerton, Felicity Jones, Kerry Condon and William H. Macy star in a 2025 Sundance hit set amid the railroad expansion of the early 20th century. Not to be outdone, Blumhouse is prepping a quickie horror flick about SunRail disasters. (Netflix)
Premieres Monday:
Bel Air — Senior year proves a serious crossroads for Will (Jabari Banks) as the dramatic reimagining of Fresh Prince of Bel-Air enters its fourth and final season. Will he get into a good HBCU, or does his future lie in smacking presenters on the NAACP Image Awards? (Peacock)
Missing Dead or Alive Season 2 — South Carolina’s finest sheriff’s department is back to solve more cases of people who upped and vanished without a trace. Or, as it’s referred to in politer company, “redistricting.” (Netflix)
Premieres Tuesday:
Is It Cake? Holiday Season 2 — Three returning bakers join three new contestants to compete for a $75,000 prize pot. Coincidentally, an assload of gingerbread is the reward in the upcoming Is It Pot? What Day Is It? (Netflix)
THE FAMILY PLAN 2 (PHOTO COURTESY APPLE TV)
HORSIN’ AROUND
Canadian dream-pop group Men I Trust play two nights at Orlando’s House of Blues
BY JUNO LE
Montreal indie trio Men I Trust are coming down South this week in typical snowbird fashion.
Three weeks into the North American leg of their Equus tour, dream-poppers Men I Trust are coming to the Sunshine State for five shows in St. Petersburg, Orlando and Miami, after a brief interruption supporting Billie Eilish for a few shows. The Saturday show in Orlando is tragically sold out, but there are still limited tickets available for Friday (as of this writing).
The band is most widely known for their 2018 single, “Show Me How,” a hit that rode a
mainstream wave of bedroom-pop alongside the likes of Clairo, Cuco and Rex Orange County. The band leans more into dream-pop textures, with an overall softer tone in contrast to similar bedroom-dwellers.
Keyboardist Dragos Chiriac and bassist/ guitarist Jessy Caron formed Men I Trust in 2014 while studying music together at Laval University. Their first album, Headroom, featured multiple vocalists, including Emmanuelle Proulx. Proulx would later join as full-time lead vocalist in 2016, turning the duo into a trio.
“Show Me How” defined the band’s dreamy
sound, with mellow basslines, subtle percussion and silky vocals that comfort, cloy and calm in equal measure. “Show Me How,” was later added to their 2019 album Oncle Jazz, the first album with Proulx as sole vocalist.
Men I Trust dropped their fifth and sixth studio albums earlier this year in their Equus series, Equus Asinus and Equus Caballus (“donkey” and “horse,” respectively). Songs from these albums, alongside fan-favorites and live staples, are featured on the Equus tour gliding across North America, Europe and Asia.
Equus Asinus, a 14-track album released in March, plays with more acoustic sounds for an overall softer, folky spin on the standard Men I Trust groove, creating a more fragile and melancholic feel. The lyrics on Equus Asinus touch on themes of rebirth, a heavenly pairing with Proulx’s angelic vocals if there ever was one. Album highlight “Bethlehem” is a hauntingly perfect spotlight for Proulx’s whispery vocal delivery.
The Equus album cycle gained an upbeat
MEN I TRUST
7 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Nov. 21-22 House of Blues Disney Springs, Lake Buena Vista orlando.houseofblues.com $44-$108.
addition two months later with Equus Caballus
This album was a more lush and spirited affair, melding 1980s-style pop production with jazzy swing. Fittingly, the horse is comparatively fastpaced compared to its donkey sister, featuring spunky gallops like “Where I Sit” and “Another Stone.” You can actually hear the percussion stand out rather than blend furtively between the melodic clouds.
Men I Trust’s addictive tunes are synthy and dreamy — a dream that will come true for Orlando fans two nights this week at the House of Blues.
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LOCAL RELEASES
Orlando’s music culture is now a panoply of styles diverse enough to foster an ecosystem of microgenres that can be dizzyingly obscure. Even so, few can truly claim to occupy a singular space quite like Lost Noises Office. In fact, this chamber-pop group aren’t really even part of a scene. They’re an alternative reality.
That’s not a surprise considering that the trio of Holly Tavel (vocals, keyboards), Sarah Morrison (violin, autoharp, toy percussion) and Beatriz Ramirez-Belt (oboe, English horn) have a rare blend of pedigree that straddles avant-garde, classical and jazz. Their collective résumé includes Obliterati, Choc, Tangled Bell Ensemble, Karl Berger’s Improvisers Orchestra, Lakeland Symphony Orchestra, Answers and Alterity Chamber Orchestra. Equally unsurprising is that the union of these women results in something highly conceptual, incredibly specific and anything but typical.
“I think what makes our sound unique is that it’s mainly drawing from non-rock/pop influences,” says Tavel. “There’s a lot of soundtrack, especially Morricone, Michael Nyman, library (production music), exotica, cabaret.”
As their upcoming debut album will reveal, Lost Noises Office specialize in a kind of exotica that eludes easy categorization. That’s because their music is simultaneously here, there and somewhere else altogether. Unlike some wildly esoteric music, LNO’s experimentalism takes familiar sounds — from history, memory and even childhood — and restitches them in novel and unconventional ways.
“I think we each love curating and assembling sounds, discovering then weaving and shuffling timbres and colors to build this alternate sonic world together,” says Morrison. “I love it when unsettling elements slip
Lost Noises Office specialize in a kind of exotica that eludes easy categorization. Their experimentalism takes familiar sounds — from history, memory and even childhood — and restitches them in novel and unconventional ways
themselves into the cracks.”
Across full songs and entrancing interludes, the 10-track Cloud, Castle, Lake finally portrays the enigmatic LNO in full, intriguing length. They use a wonder-weaving trove of known sounds (strings, keys, vibes, woodwind, horns, toy instruments) and reimagine them to craft a new realm with an aura at once familiar and foreign.
Lead single “Davis Park” is a cinematic instrumental as evocative as an introspective Air.“Mad Scientist” layers vocal harmonies and rich 1960s ambience to conjure a looping, Stereolab-esque hypnosis. “Forest School” is an odyssey that waltzes back and forth between left-field lounge and eerie children’s story soundtrack. Cloud, Castle, Lake is a sound that’s otherworldly but not alien, a vision that’s post-modern but forward-minded at the same time. It’s a new frontier for Orlando’s experimental music scene.
The album will stream on major platforms on Dec. 5. But locals will get an advance live peek
at Lost Noises Office’s release show this week at Stardust Video & Coffee with Captured Bird (8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20, $8 suggested donation).
CONCERT PICKS THIS WEEK
Rocket 88, The Tremolords, Big Jef Special: Few acts hold cult status in the Orlando music canon like Rocket 88. Ever since their emergence in the early 1990s, they’ve been the city’s flaming gold standard in rockabilly, with their flamboyant stage spectacles and high-voltage rock & roll. Rocket 88 don’t play out as much these days and this will be their first show in three years, so expect maximum liftoff. Garagerock kings The Tremolords, of course, always bring 1960s animalism with evergreen thrill. Finally, credentialed cowpunk combo Big Jef Special will start the party with a stomp. No other show this week will pack this much living Orlando history on one stage. (8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21, Conduit, $15)
Harrison Gordon, Aren’t We Amphibians, Heart to Gold: Is there a tag in music as unreliable as “emo”? It’s an injustice because, under this umbrella, so much bad eclipses so much good. But the true emo heads know which is which. Although this bill skews young, these bands have the real stuff in their veins. Illinois headliners Harrison Gordon honor their Midwestern lineage by knowing that it’s not proper emo without the requisite rock power. San Diego’s Aren’t We Amphibians deliver similar goods but with a splashy touch of math angularity. And the huge, melodic and feeling indie rock of Minneapolis’ Heart to Gold will make this a tight lineup, top to bottom. (5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21, The Social, $18) baolehuu@orlandoweekly.com
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THURSDAY, NOV. 20
Thank You, Shadow, For Now I Am Free
Orlando artist Laura “Lajubu” Buitrago premieres a new and immersive multimedia exhibition this week, encapsulating paintings, installation work and performance in one heady brew. Thank You, Shadow wrestles with concepts of shadow, light, self-discovery and collective understanding, with the Latina LGBTQ+ artist presenting her work as a literal journey, where the viewer may choose different paths and participate in and augment her art with their own truths at points in the exhibition. On the opening Thursday night — starting at 6 p.m. — only, there will be a one-off interpretive dance performance by Michelina Moen and Cristina Ramos. Buy the ticket (though it’s free!), take the ride. Check out CityArts’ new downstairs café while you’re down there, you’ll be glad you did. Through Dec. 12, CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Ave., lajubuart.com, free. — Matthew Moyer
THURSDAY-SATURDAY, NOV. 20–22
Robert Glasper
Now this is something to be thankful for! Bleeding-edge pianist and jazz composer Robert Glasper comes to Florida this weekend for what is certain to be a mind-melting three-night stand at Judson’s Live. The prolific, Grammy-winning musician has released four albums over the last couple of years — including, because why not, a Christmas album, In December, which we hope he plays a number or two from — that redefine and yet respect the artform of jazz. And fresh off a residency at New York’s Blue Note Jazz Club, you’d better believe Glasper will show up fighting-fit. If you have the coin, binge-attend all the gigs, Grateful Dead-style. 7 & 9 p.m., Judson’s Live, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., drphillipscenter.org, $82$117. — MM
FRIDAY, NOV. 21
Christmas Vacation & A Conversation With Chevy Chase
Mark the 35th anniversary of holiday cinema classic National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation with a screening at the Dr. Phillips Center, featuring special guest Chevy “Clark Griswold“ Chase. After the show, Chase will speak about the 1989 film and take questions from the audience alongside his wife, Jayni. The film has held up remarkably well over the years, and Chase’s overthe-top performance as the frazzled Griswold patriarch cracking up under the pressure of making the trip perfect is much of the reason why. But will the famously prickly Chase be naughty or nice in person? Much like opening a Christmas gift from a loose-cannon relative, half the fun is the nervous uncertainty. 7:30 p.m., Walt Disney Theater, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., drphillipscenter.org, $53-$295. — Emmy Bailey
SATURDAY, NOV. 22
Coffee, Tea or Audio-Video?
Similar to some of the recent goings-on at Austin’s, change is in the air at Drunken Monkey Coffee Bar in the Milk District. The spot is now worker-owned and it looks like the new owners are stretching their legs a little with this after-hours experimental show. The evening starts as soon as regular hours are over at the Monkey, when an eclectic who’s-who of young Central Florida experimental talent with a decidedly femme bent take over the place: Brass Horse, KT Kink, Eggs (from Tampa) and Selcouth. Not only is this a great lineup, but the merest possibility of catching a noise show while drinking a Tantric Mayan (why are you giggling at us?) has us over the moon. 8 p.m., Drunken Monkey Coffee Bar, 444 N. Bumby Ave., instagram.com/drunkenmonkeycoffeebar, $10. — MM
Robert Glasper at Judson’s Live
PHOTO COURTESY UTA
WEDNESDAY–TUESDAY, NOV. 19-25, 2025
B|_ank
SATURDAY, NOV. 22
William Hicks was last in Orlando earlier this year, at the Falcon in Thornton Park, playing an increasingly hypnotic bifurcated set of electronics and stripped-down drumming, displaying a more reflective side to his usually muscular percussion kinetics. To those who saw him seated in the middle of the Falcon among revelers mantrically drumming on a single snare, eyes beatifically closed, this next chapter will come as no surprise. Hicks performs a long ambient drone composition at the Dining Room, composed and performed on synth and arcane electronics, promising maximum bliss. Come out early and let the sound wash over you. 7 p.m., The Dining Room, 2902 Ambergate Road, Winter Park, instagram/atthediningroom, donations encouraged (we’re saying they’re mandatory, though). — MM
SATURDAY, NOV. 22
Clare and the Chocolate Nutcracker
The annual holiday tradition of Clare and the Chocolate Nutcracker, presented by Orlando Community Arts, takes the Dr. Phil’s stage for a 13th year. More than 100 dancers and actors make this fresh twist on the traditional Nutcracker ballet a reality. Clare’s reveries take the audience through a magical journey around the world, visiting Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Haiti, India, Puerto Rico and more on her way to the Kingdom of Toys. Under the creative leadership of Beverly Page, the production stars Sairi Witherspoon as Clare, Xavier Logan as the Chocolate Nutcracker Prince, Charisma Tran as the Sugar Plum Fairy, and Sa’Naa Natalia Brahimi as the Snow Queen. Expect guest appearances from violinist Jaquay Pearce and the Mime Boyz. 7 p.m., Walt Disney Theater, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., drphillipscenter.org, $58-$104. — EB
SATURDAY, NOV. 22
Florida Blue Florida Classic
The nation’s most hotly contested HBCU football rivalry, between the Florida A&M University Rattlers and the nearby Bethune-Cookman University Wildcats, comes to Orlando with a packed slate of events. The big game includes the extravagant Disney halftime show featuring marching bands from both teams, and there will
be fan fests, parties, concerts, a big-time car show, club nights, brunches and even a golf tournament. The concerts and afterparties taking over the city for Classic Weekend include some major-league R&B and hip-hop headliners. Just a few: Musiq Soulchild performs at a welcome mixer Thursday at Mango’s, and Paul Wall, Ying Yang Twins, Slim Thug, Lil Flip play the Vanguard later that night.
On Saturday night, Trey Songz hosts a “Party in the Country” at Mango’s, Kodak Black and Hotboii
perform at Rum Jungle on International Drive, and Jermaine Dupri and Trick Daddy take over the Majestic Events Center. To close out the weekend, Atlanta rap legend Jeezy takes the stage at the Kia Center on Sunday, joined by Plies, Boosie Badazz and the Girl JT for a night of Southern hip-hop royalty, and for the diehards, G Herbo and Bunna B play late Sunday at Rum Jungle. Game: 3:30 p.m., Camping World City Stadium, 1 Citrus Bowl Place, campingworldstadium.com, $46-$156 — EB
Thursday: Thank You, Shadow, For Now I Am Free opens at CityArts
‘THE ROOM’ BY LAURA BUITRAGO
CONCERTS
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 19
Fake Emo Fight Night 7 pm; Will’s Pub, 1042 N. Mills Ave.; $15-$20.
Hard Swingin’ Country Soiree with Decker and Dimitrov 7 pm; Lil Indie’s, 1036 N. Mills Ave.; free; 407-748-8256.
Jordan Foley 7 pm, Judson’s Live, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S Magnolia Ave.; $17-$35.
THURSDAY, NOV. 20
Blackberry Smoke 7 pm; House of Blues, Disney Springs, Lake Buena Vista; $47-$141; 407-934-2583.
DeeOhGee, Jen in the Right Light, Museigen 7 pm; Will’s Pub, 1042 N. Mills Ave.; $12-$18.
AAHZ Thanksgiving Eve: Nov. 26, The Beacham
Earl Sweatshirt: Nov. 26, Plaza Live
Lindsey Stirling: Nov. 26, Walt Disney Theater, Dr. Phillips Center
Cowgirl Clue: Dec. 2, Conduit
Juvenile: Dec. 3, Hard Rock Live
Conan: Dec. 4, Conduit
Obituary: Dec. 7, Conduit
Sarah Brightman: Dec. 7, Walt Disney Theater, Dr. Phillips Center
Lydia Lunch: Dec. 8, Will’s Pub
Burna Boy: Dec. 10, Kia Center
Silverstein: Dec. 12, House of Blues
Trans-Siberian Orchestra: Dec. 13, Kia Center
Trivium: Dec. 14, Hard Rock Live
Pentatonix: Dec. 16, Kia Center
Ekoh, Arankai 6 pm; The Social, 54 N. Orange Ave.; $20-$55; 407-246-1419.
A Solaria Solstice 7 pm; Orlando Museum of Art, 2416 N. Mills Ave.; $41$62; 407-896-4231.
SATURDAY, NOV. 22
B|_ank, Tim Dukes, Derek Denn 7 pm; The Dining Room, 2902 Ambergate Road, Winter Park; donations encouraged.
Boldy James 7 pm; The Abbey, 100 S. Eola Drive; $35-$111; 407-704-6261.
Brass Horse, KT Kink, Eggs, Selcouth 8 pm; Drunken Monkey Coffee Bar, 444 N. Bumby Ave.; $10.
Cat Ridgeway & The Tourists 7:30 pm; Timucua Arts Foundation, 2000 S. Summerlin Ave.; $22.50-$30; 407-279-0902.
Cult Body, Fortune Teller 7 pm; Uncle Lou’s Entertainment Hall, 1016 N. Mills Ave.; $10; 407-270-9104.
Calum Scott: April 16, 2026, Plaza Live
The Midnight: April 17, 2026, House of Blues
Ashnikko: May 5, 2026, Hard Rock Live
Yungblud: June 1, 2026, Addition Financial Arena
Micky Dolenz: June 26, 2026, Hard Rock Live
Meghan Trainor: June 30, 2026, Kia Center
Louis Tomlinson: July 23, 2026, Addition Financial Arena
The Fluffy Cloud: Melodic House & Afrotech Night 7 pm; The Vanguard, 578 N. Orange Ave; $40-$150; 689-465-6460.
Jay Webb, Kaleb Sanders 9 pm; Tuffy’s Music Box, 200 Myrtle Ave., Sanford; $20.
Men I Trust 7 pm; House of Blues, Disney Springs, Lake Buena Vista; $44$132; 407-934-2583.
Pretty Pity, Out in Front, Nightbreakers, Loner, No One Road 7 pm; Will’s Pub, 1042 N. Mills Ave.; $15-$22.
Robert Glasper 7 & 9 p.m., Judson’s Live, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S Magnolia Ave.; $82-$117.
Sam Barber 8 pm; The Plaza Live,
425 N. Bumby Ave.; $122-$356; 407-228-1220.
Simon Grossmann 6 pm; The Social, 54 N. Orange Ave.; $25; 407-246-1419.
The Supervillains, Intracoastals, Colorblind Dinosaurs 5 pm; West End Trading Co., 202 S. Sanford Ave., Sanford; free; 407-322-7475.
Tony Danza 6:30 pm; Clermont Arts & Recreation Center, 3700 S. Highway 27, Clermont; $31.50; 407-505-5656.
Violent Vira 6 pm; The Beacham, 46 N. Orange Ave.; $24.50-$45; 407-648-8363.
SUNDAY, NOV. 23
Jeezy, Plies, Boosie, The Girl JT 7 pm; Kia Center, 400 W. Church St; $138-$259; 800-745-3000.
Set It Off 6 pm; House of Blues, Disney Springs, Lake Buena Vista; $51; 407-934-2583.
Super Fest Vol. 1: Alfred Banks, O_ Super, Mag.Lo 7 pm; Conduit, 6700 Aloma Ave., Winter Park; $20-$30; 407-673-2712.
MONDAY, NOV. 24
Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening 8 pm; Walt Disney Theater, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave.; $47-$175; 844-513-2014.
TUESDAY, NOV. 25
Allen Stone and Ripe 6 pm; House of Blues, Disney Springs, Lake Buena Vista; $25-$109; 407-934-2583.
Disney’s Moana Live-to-Film Concert 7 pm; Walt Disney Theater, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave.; $35.50$88.50; 844-513-2014.
Indie 900 Jam 9:30 pm; Lil Indie’s, 1036 N. Mills Ave.; free.
Nookie: A NüMetal Night 8 pm; Conduit, 6700 Aloma Ave., Winter Park; 407-673-2712.
Sing Our Story 7:30 pm; Steinmetz Hall, Dr. Phillips Center for the
Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave.; $41-$76; 407-358-6603.
EVENTS
35mm Cult Classics: Bring It On “Brr it’s cold in here, there must be some Clovers in the atmosphere!” 9:30 pm Tuesday; Enzian Theater, 1300 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland; $11; 407-6290054; enzian.org.
Arnez J One of the most talked-about comedic artists in the game. His raw energy, talent and comedic skill quickly landed Arnez the coveted hosting slot on BET’s longest-running comedy series Comic View for two seasons. 7 & 9:45 pm Friday, 6:30 & 9:15 pm Saturday, and 6 pm Sunday; Funny Bone Comedy Club, 9101 International Drive; $37; 407-480-5233; orlando. funnybone.com.
Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild See dozens of hand-constructed lantern displays illuminated by thousands of LED lights on a three-quartermile path. Celebrate the art, beauty and wonder of traditional Asian lantern festivals. 6-10 pm select dates; through Jan. 18, 2026; Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens, 3755 W. Seminole Blvd., Sanford; $22-$29; centralfloridazoo.org/lanterns.
A Christmas Nutcracker Tale Central Florida Ballet presents a dazzling spectacle recognized as “the pyrotechnic Nutcracker” by USA Today 7 pm Frida, and 2 & 6 pm Saturday; Steinmetz Hall, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave; $53.50-$151.50; 407-358-6603; drphillipscenter.org.
Christmas Vacation and Conversation with Chevy Chase Celebrate the timeless classic National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation with a special 35th anniversary screening followed by a conversation and Q&A with the film’s star, comedy legend Chevy Chase. 7:30 pm Friday; Walt Disney Theater, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave; $53-$295; 844-513-2014; drphillipscenter.org.
Clare and the Chocolate Nutcracker Orlando Community Arts, Inc. proudly presents an original adaptation of the classic Nutcracker story, written by Beverly Page. The audience will take a magical journey with Clare through her enchanting dream where she travels with the Chocolate Nutcracker and the Sugar Plum Fairy
around the world, visiting Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Haiti, India, Puerto Rico and other lands on their way to the Kingdom of Toys. 7 pm Saturday; Walt Disney Theater, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave; $49-$105; 844-513-2014; drphillipscenter.org.
Damon Wayans Jr. 6 pm Friday and 6 pm Saturday; Funny Bone Comedy Club, 9101 International Drive; $37-$67; 407-480-5233; orlando.funnybone. com.
Deep Listening Interactive Experience: Keith Lay Connecting with mind, body, and spirit, Deep Listening is closer to meditation and not a performance or recording based listening experience. Florida composer Keith Lay is a Certified Deep Listening instructor trained by late Deep Listening founder Pauline Oliveros. 7 pm Wednesday; Timucua Arts Foundation, 2000 S. Summerlin Ave.; 407-279-0902; timucua.com.
Fall Festival of the Arts DeLand Showcasing over 160 artists along Woodland Boulevard. Enjoy free entry, live music, local cuisine and creative activities for kids. A weekend bursting with art from paintings to pottery awaits in the Athens of Florida. Saturday and Sunday; downtown DeLand, Indiana Avenue and South Woodland Boulevard; free.
Festival of Trees 2025: Holiday Home Tour Step inside the season’s magic as this beautifully decorated home opens its doors to share stunning holiday décor, a creative theme and plenty of festive inspiration. During this event, you will be driven to a mystery location by bus to walk through the home enjoying the festive decorations and home design. 5 pm Saturday; Orlando Museum of Art, 2416 N. Mills Ave.; $75; 407-896-4231; omart.org.
Festival of Trees 2025: Reindeer Romp Children’s Holiday Party The event includes all access to the Festival of Trees, plus an opportunity to visit Santa Claus Lane to meet and have a photo with Santa Claus. Entertainment includes story time with Mrs. Claus, holiday balloons, festive face painters, live holiday music sing-along and reindeer stilt walkers. 5:30 pm Friday; Orlando Museum of Art, 2416 N. Mills Ave; $30$40; 407-339-0879; omart.org.
Festival of Trees 2025: Sip & Sleigh Cocktail Party Festive Finale Dress
in your holiday best and get ready for a night of music, laughter and unforgettable holiday memories. The Sip & Sleigh Cocktail Party brings together the magic of the holidays with the energy of a festive night out. Enjoy jazzy holiday music and seasonal cocktails. 7:30 pm Saturday; Orlando Museum of Art, 2416 N. Mills Ave; $35; 407-3390879; omart.org.
Heart of Florida United Way
Thanksgiving Project The Heart of Florida United Way partners with the Central Florida Fairgrounds for its annual Thanksgiving Project to assemble and distribute meal kits to families in need. There are volunteer opportunities open to all ages (with adult supervision) ranging from packing kits to making cards and helping distribute meal kits at one of three distribution locations. 9 am-3 pm Wednesday, 9 am-3 pm Thursday, 9 am-3 pm Friday and 9 am-3 pm Saturday; Central Florida Fairgrounds, 4603 W. Colonial Drive; free; 407-295-3247.
Jingle Eve Spanning stretches of Orange Avenue and Virginia Drive, as well as Gaston Edwards Park, families and adults alike will find no shortage of yuletide festivities. The evening culminates with fireworks displayed high above the shores of Lake Ivanhoe. 4:30 pm Saturday; Ivanhoe Village Main Street, Orange Avenue between New Hampshire and Princeton streets; $0-$60; ivanhoevillage.org/event/ jingle-eve-2025.
Longwood Arts & Crafts Festival
Features more than 200 artists and hand craft exhibitors selling unique items, fine jewelry and seasonal decor. There will be festival food, beer, wine & music. Saturday and Sunday; Historic Downtown Longwood, West State Road 434 and South County Road 427, Longwood; free.
Michael Blaustein 8 pm Saturday; Hard Rock Live, 6050 Universal Blvd.; $41-$121; 407-351-5483; entertainment. hardrock.com/hard-rock-live-orlando.
Noel Miller: Live! 7 pm Friday; The Plaza Live, 425 N. Bumby Ave; $51; 407-228-1220; plazaliveorlando.org.
Orlando Collage Club Bring your collage toolkits and magazines. Hang out and collage, share images and ideas. Low-key and casual. All materials provided. All skill levels welcome. 6 pm Friday; Blackbird Comics and Coffeehouse, 500 E. Horatio Ave.,
We’ve goth all your Creepmas Gifting essentials. Art, apparel, gifts, gift wrap, cards and more. 11 am-7 pm ThursdaySunday; Spooky Cat Press, 893 FL-436, Casselberry; free; 321-362-4077; spookycatpress.com.
Stef Dag
Stef Dag is a dark, Slavic force of wit, charisma, and jokes about her immigrant mom. She’s an internationally touring stand-up comedian, 2025 Tribeca Film Festival Creator UpNext, and a 2022 New York Comedy Festival Creator to Watch. 7 pm Wednesday; Funny Bone Comedy Club, 9101 International Drive; $25; 407-4805233; orlando.funnybone.com.
Stockings of Joy Before
Thanksgiving, bring stocking stuffer items for kids and young adults — and enjoy a free picture with Santa as our thank-you gift. All donated items will be distributed at Christmas to local children and teens in need. Email for information about donation requirements and admission costs. 3 pm Sunday; Mills Gallery, 1650 N. Mills Ave; free; 407-493-5615; thegalleryatmillspark.com.
Thank You, Shadow, For Now I Am Free
Laura “Lajubu” Buitrago is a Latina LGBTQ artist based in Orlando who uses the human figure to explore the human psyche. Her show is an immersive experience displaying a series of paintings and incorporating dancers, performance art, music and more to represent the artist’s exploration of Jungian shadow work. Opening 6 pm Thursday; show 11 am-6 pm Wednesday-Sunday; CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Ave; free; lajubuart.com.
Thanksgiving Basket Brigade
Partner with the Conway Community Market to share Thanksgiving. Build a full non-perishable Thanksgiving meal in a laundry basket and drop it at the market. Vendors, food trucks, live music, entertainment. Pet and family friendly. 10 am Sunday; Barber Park, 3701 Gatlin Ave.; free; 407-739-7005; orangecountyfl.net.
Mystix: The Most Delicious Burlesque Show of the Season 6 pm Wednesday; The Abbey, 100 S. Eola Drive; $10-$80; 407-704-6261; abbeyorlando.com.
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Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 2631 E Semoran Blvd. Apopka, FL 32703 (407) 408-7437 on November 28th, 2025 12:00PM Morgan Trent-Household items, Jordan Johnson-Household Items. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 7244 Overland Rd Orlando, FL 32810 (407) 794-7457 on November 28th, 2025 12:00PM Fayrosa John-Household Goods/Furniture; Pamela Carr-Household; Michael Wooten-Furniture, clothes, tools; Stephan cleaning-Household Goods/Furniture; Donna Stephan-Household Goods/ Furniture; Michael Williams-Household Appliances. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: Friday, November 28th, 2025. at the times and locations listed below. The personal goods stored therein by the following: 12:00PM Extra Space Storage 4066 Silver Star Road, Orlando, Florida 32808, 407-734-1959. Kedra Frye-old stuff, clothing, shoes, mattress, bedding, personal items, boxes, Rob Brislenn-dishes, kitchenware, old stuff, heavy equipment, personal items, wall art, electronics, boxes, tools, Kymberlee Morris-old stuff, toys, clothing, shoes, books, Rob Brislenn-old stuff, mattress, bedding, personal items, electronics, Antonio Restrepo-dishes, kitchenware, heavy equipment, Gregory Smith-old stuff, clothing, shoes, mattress, bedding, books, personal items, Danna
Nash-old stuff, clothing, shoes, personal items. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with CASH ONLY and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: December 4th, 2025 at the times and locations listed below. The personal goods stored therein by the following: 10:00am Extra Space Storage 3364 W State Rd 426 Oviedo, FL 32765 (407) 9304293 Dishon Carey : Household Goods, Furniture, Electronics, Boxes. Cindy Mair : Boxes, Household Goods, Wall Art, Furniture ,Electronics. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 9001 Eastmar Commons Blvd Orlando, FL 32825 (407) 901-6180 on December 4th, 2025 11:00AM Nataly D Faria -Household items. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 10959 Lake Underhill Rd. Orlando, FL 32825 (407) 502-0120 on December 4th, 2025 1:30PM Floyd Adams- Household items, Julissa Gonzalez- Household items, Abdulaziz Alghamdi- Household items, Bogdan Gavrau- Tools. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals indicated: 12280 East Colonial Drive Orlando, Fl 32826 (321) 286-7324 on December 4th, 2025 10:00am Karina Munoz: playground equipment, cooler; Alyssa Nehring: scooter, totes, bags, computer accessories, rifle* not included in the sale; Deborah Higgs: luggage, household goods, boxes; Sultan Alhathal: luggage, gaming chair, mini fridge, totes, computer. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash
only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction.
Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 11971 Lake Underhill Rd Orlando, FL 32825 (407)516-7913 on December 4th, 2025 2:00pm. Linda Anderson -house hold items, popcorn machine ,DVD, - Jennifer Henson-clothes , shoes ,Candice Hazelhousehold items. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction.
Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: November 28th, 2025 at the times and locations listed below. The personal goods stored therein by the following: 12:00 PM Extra Space Storage 831 N. Park Avenue Apopka, FL 32712 (407) 450-0345 Irisleidys Medrano - Household items. Tony Koonce - Totes. Geraldine Williams - TV’s, bags. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction.
Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: Store #8777, 342 Woodland Lake Dr Orlando, FL 32828 (321) 800-4793 on December 4th, 2025 12:00pm: Trina Van Till Trott; Household items: Santos Conteh; Household items, Boxes: Verna Dick; Household Items, Boxes, Furniture: Mariette Tomlinson; Clothes, Kitchenware, Books: Janice Ziesig; Table, Mattresses, Chairs, Misc. Boxes: Rachel Singletary; P-tac units. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location and times indicated: December 2nd, 2025 at 12:00 PM Extra Space Storage, Store #6309, 292 W Central Pkwy, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714 (407) 378-6671. Alexis Braswell:Clothing Products. The auction will be listed and advertised on www. storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space
Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: Store #8558, December 2nd, 2025 at the times and locations listed below. The personal goods stored therein by the following: 12:00 PM Extra Space Storage 610 Rinehart Rd. Lake Mary, FL 32746 (407) 637-1360 Deneil Powell-Sewing machine, clothing, and floral business Courtney Smith-household goods Paul SpeedCouch Sofa Dresser Cara Morris-Clothes. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location and times listed below. December 2nd, 2025 at 12:00 PM Extra Space Storage, 1451 Rinehart Rd, Sanford, FL 32771 (407) 915-4908. The personal goods stored therein by the following: Krista Denoff-Home items& totes, Landon Johnson-air mattress & clothes, Shaquantia Lingard-household items. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: December 4th, 2025, at the times and locations listed below: The personal goods stored therein by the following: 10:00am Extra Space Storage, 14916 Old Cheney Hwy Orlando Fl 32828 4079179151: Alberto Rodriguez: chair, box, grill, cooler; Denise Russell: boxes, household items, holiday decor, lamp. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with CASH ONLY and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: December 4th, 2025, at the times and locations listed below: The personal goods stored therein by the following: 12pm Extra Space Storage, location #1657, 11071 University Blvd., Orlando FL 32817 3213204055; Tasha Cooper : totes, lamps clothing, cabinets,
wall art, furniture; The Bridge of Orlando/ Katrina Beasley: Documents, boxes, books, tools and supplies, wall art; Luis Arce: toys, clothing, furniture, boxes; Mildred Echandy: Cabinets, old stuff, furniture, boxes, household; Roberta Baesler: speakers, cabinets, clothing, furniture, boxes. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction.
Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: December 4th, 2025, at the times and locations listed below: The personal goods stored therein by the following: 2PM Extra space storage, 12709 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, Fl 32826 4076343990: Ryan Maddox, Furniture, appliances. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction.
Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: December 4th, 2025, at the times and locations listed below: The personal goods stored therein by the following: 2:30pm Extra Space Storage, 15551 Golden Isle Blvd, Orlando FL 32828 4077101020: Megan Prieto: Luggage, Bags, Boxes. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction.
Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property
Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: December 4th, 2025, at the times and locations listed below: The personal goods stored therein by the following: 10:00AM Extra Space Storage, 6068 Wooden Pine Drive. Orlando, Florida 32829 407.974.5165: Clark Birkett- Cabinets & Shelves, Furniture, Boxes, Tools & Supplies, BabyCrib and toys, Wheelchair, Ladder. The personal goods stored therein by the following: 11:15AM Extra Space Storage, 1305 Crawford Ave. St. Cloud FL 34769, 407.504.0833: Amanda Allen; Boxes, fan, tv- Angel Vilchez; Boxes, lamp, bags, baby stuffJustice Padilla; Boxes, bags, tv, luggage, totes The personal goods stored therein by the following: 11:30AM Extra Space Storage, 2855 E Osceola Pkwy Kissimmee FL. 34743, 689.223.6810: Nakia CopelandBoxes and personal items. Nakia Copeland- boxes and outdoor. Tiana Ca-
sinader- furniture and workout equipment. The personal goods stored therein by the following: 12:00PM Extra Space Storage, 14800 Narcoossee Rd. Orlando, FL 32832 407.987.4115: Joshua Teixeira-household goods, Christopher Colon-household goods, Emud Canizales-household goods, Tamara Crichlow-household goods. The personal goods stored therein by the following: 12:00PM Extra Space Storage, 12915 Narcoossee Rd. Orlando, FL 32832 407.501.5799: Alex Hawkins- boxes, household items, kitchen appliance; Valerie Cross- bags, chairs, suitcase, totes; Farah Petion- bins, cleaning supplies, mattress, household items The personal goods stored therein by the following: 1:15PM Extra Space Storage, 11261 Narcoossee Rd. Orlando FL 32832, 407.280.7355: Alison Becerril- personal items, luggage. Kaia Hilson- bins, furniture, decorations. Deangelo Downey2007 Lincoln MKZ (vehicle not for sale) The personal goods stored therein by the following: 12:45 PM Extra Space Storage, 9847 Curry Ford Rd Orlando, FL 32825, 407.495.9612: Jean Rosambert-Mattresses; Kahynia Rabsatt-Shelves, Clothing, Household, Boxes, Sofa, Freezer, Plastic Bins. The personal goods stored therein by the following: 10:30 AM Extra Space Storage, 13597 S Orange Ave, Orlando, Florida 32824 407.910.2087: Tiffany Latimer – Household/Personal items The personal goods stored therein by the following: 01:30 PM Extra Space Storage, 13450 Landstar Blvd, Orlando, Florida 32824 407.917.8672: Pamela C Richmond Brown; Household goods. Willie Thomas; Household goods. Sasha Maldonado; Household goods. Jenny Witham; Household goods. Alexander Quinn Parrish; Household goods. The personal goods stored therein by the following: 01:00 PM Extra Space Storage, 7627 Narcoossee Rd, Orlando, Florida 32822 689.278.1735: Jamar Atkins – Tires, Toys, Clothes. Coven Green – TV, Futon, Lamp, Table, Chairs, Tote. The personal goods stored therein by the following: 12:30 PM Extra Space Storage, 35 Goldenrod Rd S, Orlando, Florida 32807 407.487.3270: Kevon Smith- personal items: Brittany Warrenoutdoor items: Darius Trotman- chairs and personal items The personal goods stored therein by the following: 10:45 AM Extra Space Storage, 6174 S Goldenrod Rd, Orlando, Florida 32822 407.955.4137: Sixto Almonte - Misc Donation Items for Church; Blonide Jonathas - table, chairs, boxes and totes The personal goods stored therein by the following: 12:45 PM Extra Space Storage, 4650 S Semoran Blvd, Orlando, Florida 32822 407.901.3864: Delores Calloway-Household goods, furniture, rugs, decoration; Willy Marquez-Clothes, shoes, pillows, hats; Jerrick Marquis Stanton-plastic bins, decorations, wall art, toys, luggage, lamp, PC monitor, mattress, bike. The personal goods stored therein by the following: 02:00 PM Extra Space Storage, 2334 S Semoran Blvd, Orlando, Florida 32822 407.930.4541: Janice Bosque: 46 Tv - Bedroom set Queen, Dining table. ; Eddie Narvaez: Household items less than 50 boxes. The personal goods stored therein by the following: 11:45 AM Extra Space Storage, 4020 Curry Ford Rd, Orlando, Florida 32806 407.901.0194: Agustin Rivera- Household goods, tools; Carmen Genera Cruz- Household goods; Morrissey Ventures LLC/ Christopher Morrissey- Household goods, office equipment, appliances; Nikki BryanHousehold goods. The personal goods stored therein by the following: 12:15 PM Extra Space Storage, 408 N Primrose Dr,
Orlando, Florida 32803 321.285.5021: April Andreasen- household items, aquarium and furniture. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction.
Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: Site #3102, 2650 W. 25th St. Sanford, Fl 32771, 407-324-9985 on December 2nd, 2025 at 12:00pm Jannette Miller: Clothing, Tote, Box Christopher Patterson: Household Goods, Boxes, Totes, Tools, Backpacks, Suitcase, Table, Chairs, Humidifier, AC Unit, Ladder, Bed Frames, Wet Vac. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA JUVENILE DIVISION: 7 CASE NO.: DP17-664 IN THE INTEREST OF MINOR CHILDREN: J.W.S. DOB: 1/8/2009, A.R.S. DOB: 2/16/2014. NOTICE OF ACTION TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS TO: Brittney King, Mother of the Minor Child (Address Unknown), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families, has filed a Petition to terminate your parental rights and permanently commit the following children for adoption: J.W.S., born on January 8th, 2009, and A.R.S., born on February 16th, 2014. You are hereby commanded to appear on December 22nd , 2025, at 10:15 A.M., before the Honorable Wayne C. Wooten, Judge of the Circuit Court, in Court Room 6 of the Thomas S. Kirk Juvenile Justice Center, 2000 E. Michigan Street, Orlando, Florida 32806, for an ADVISORY HEARING. FAILURE TO PERSONALLY APPEAR AT THIS ADVISORY HEARING CONSTITUTES CONSENT TO THE TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS OF THIS CHILD(REN). IF YOU FAIL TO APPEAR ON THE DATE AND TIME SPECIFIED, YOU MAY LOSE ALL LEGAL RIGHTS AS A PARENT TO THE CHILD OR CHILDREN NAMED IN THIS NOTICE. WITNESS my hand as Clerk of said Court and the Seal thereof, this 5th day of November, 2025. This summons has been issued at the request of George Lytle, Esquire Florida Bar Number: 985465, Children’s Legal Services, State of Florida Department of Children and Families 400 W. Robinson Street, S912 Orlando, FL 32801 george.lytle@myflfamilies.com
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT, By: /s/ Clerk (seal)
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA JUVENILE DIVISION: 7 CASE NO.: DP17-664 IN THE INTEREST OF MINOR CHILDREN: J.W.S. DOB: 1/8/2009, A.R.S. DOB: 2/16/2014. NOTICE OF ACTION TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS TO: Jeremy Speshock, Father of
the Minor Child (Address Unknown) YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families, has filed a Petition to terminate your parental rights and permanently commit the following children for adoption: J.W.S., born on January 8th, 2009, and A.R.S., born on February 16th, 2014. You are hereby commanded to appear on December 22nd, 2025, at 10:15 A.M., before the Honorable Wayne C. Wooten, Judge of the Circuit Court, in Court Room 6 of the Thomas S. Kirk Juvenile Justice Center, 2000 E. Michigan Street, Orlando, Florida 32806, for an ADVISORY HEARING. FAILURE TO PERSONALLY APPEAR AT THIS ADVISORY HEARING CONSTITUTES CONSENT TO THE TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS OF THIS CHILD(REN). IF YOU FAIL TO APPEAR ON THE DATE AND TIME SPECIFIED, YOU MAY LOSE ALL LEGAL RIGHTS AS A PARENT TO THE CHILD OR CHILDREN NAMED IN THIS NOTICE. WITNESS my hand as Clerk of said Court and the Seal thereof, this 5th day of November, 2025. This summons has been issued at the request of George Lytle, Esquire Florida Bar Number: 985465, Children’s Legal Services, State of Florida Department of Children and Families 400 W. Robinson Street, S912 Orlando, FL 32801 george.lytle@myflfamilies.com CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT, By: /s/ Clerk (seal)
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: GRANT THOMAS CARTER Petitioner, and ANA LUIZA WAQUIMAKER CHAYES, Respondent. Case No.: 2025-DR-008964-O. NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE. TO: ANA LUIZA WAQUIMAKER CHAYES 1758 S Hiawassee Rd, Orlando, FL 32835 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage has been filed against you in the above-styled court. You are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Grant Thomas Carter, the Petitioner, whose address is 2207 Saw Palmetto Lane, Apt 14-117., Orlando, FL 32825, on or before 12/25/2025, (not less than 28 days from the first date of publication), and file the original with the Clerk of this Court at Orange County Courthouse, 425 N Orange Ave, Orlando, Florida 32801, before service on the Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the addresses on record at the clerk’s office. WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings. Dated: 11/07/2025. TIFFANY MOORE RUSSELL, CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT By: /s/ Deputy Clerk IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA JUVENILE DIVISION: 05 CASE NO.: DP22-110 IN THE INTEREST
OF MINOR CHILD T.A.N. DOB: 1/11/2022, NOTICE OF ACTION TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS To: Taafee Neal,, address unknown. Last Known Address: unknown. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families, has filed a petition to terminate your parental rights and permanently commit the following child for adoption: T.A.N. born on January 11, 2022. You are hereby commanded to appear on December 22, 2025, at 10:00 AM before the Honorable Wayne Wooten at the Thomas S. Kirk Justice Center located at 2000 East Michigan Street Orlando, FL 32806 for an ADVISORY HEARING. FAILURE TO PERSONALLY APPEAR AT THIS ADVISORY HEARING CONSTITUTES CONSENT TO THE TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS OF THIS CHILD. IF YOU FAIL TO APPEAR ON THE DATE AND TIME SPECIFIED, YOU MAY LOSE ALL LEGAL RIGHTS AS A PARENT TO THE CHILD NAMED IN THIS NOTICE. If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Court Administration, at 425 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando, Florida 32801, telephone (407) 836-2303 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. WITNESS, my hand as Clerk of said Court and the Seal thereof, this 27th day of November, 2025.
Life Storage/Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 2650 N Powers Dr. Orlando, FL 32818 (407) 982-1032 on November 28th, 2025 at 1:00PM Julie Gelder- Household Goods, Shemariah Thompson- Educational Supplies, Jones Legagneur- Household Goods, Jacquis Lewis- Household Goods. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Life Storage/ Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
Life Storage/Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below onNovember 28th, 2025, @12:00pm at the location indicated: Store 8439: 1420 N Orange Blossom Trail Orlando FL, 32804. Anthony Simpson-mattress & bedding,furniture,boxes,electronics;Fredrick Johnson-mattress & bedding,tools,personal effects, furniture,boxes,grill;Maxine Braddy-old stuff,clothing,peronal effects,luggage,wall art,mirrors;Veronica Watson-appliances,electronics,shoes,clothes,old stuff,personal items,boxes;Wilson Bannis-personal effects,boxes,clothing,luggage,bags. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Life Storage/ Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
LOST OR ABANDONED PROPERTY FOUND OR RECOVERED WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS OF ORLANDO, FLORIDA. PROPERTY NOT CLAIMED WILL EITHER BE SURRENDERED TO THE FINDERS OR RETAINED FOR USE BY THE DEPARTMENT. PICTURE IDENTIFICATION IS REQUIRED.
November 2025
DESCRIPTION - FOUND PROPERTY:
1. Bag with clothing S Semoran Blvd/ Turnbull Dr
2. Cellphone 5200 Blk of International Dr
3. Cellphone N Court Ave/ E Washington St
4. Cellphone 5900 Blk of Westgate Dr
5. Cellphone George Desalvia Way
6. Cellphone 1200 Blk of W South St
7. Keys Long St/ S Dollins Ave
8. Bag 120 Blk of W Pine St
9. Cellphone 500 Blk of N Primrose Dr
10. Jewelry 1200 Blk of W South St
11. Key 4800 Blk of Raleigh St
12. Clothing 6600 Eagle Watch Dr
13. Jewelry 3200 Blk of E Colonial Dr
14. Cellphone 2100 Blk of Lake Debra Dr
15. Electronics 11300 Blk of Boggy Creek Rd
16. Bag with clothing 400 Blk of N Garland Ave
17. Backpack 12200 Blk of Pioneers Way
18. Cellphone 3200 Blk of Bruton Blvd
19. Bike S Semoran Blvd/ Turnbull Dr
20. Bike 6300 Blk of Miramonte Dr FOR INFO CALL (407) 246-2445, MONDAY – THRU THURSDAY, 9:00 AM TILL 4:00PM
Notice Is Hereby Given that Wal-Mart Stores East, LP, 1 Customer DR, Bentonville, AR 72716, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of Walmart #0525, with its principal place of business in the State of Florida in the County of SEMINOLE, intends to file an Application for Registration of Fictitious Name with the Florida Department of State.
Notice Is Hereby Given that Wal-Mart Stores East, LP, 1239 State Rd 436, Ste. 101, Casselberry, FL 32707, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of Walmart #0943, with its principal place of business in the State of Florida in the County of SEMINOLE, intends to file an Application for Registration of Fictitious Name with the Florida Department of State.
Notice Is Hereby Given that Wal-Mart Stores East, LP, 3653 S. Orlando DR, Sanford, FL 32773, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of Walmart #0857, with its principal place of business in the State of Florida in the County of SEMINOLE, intends to file an Application for Registration of Fictitious Name with the Florida Department of State.
Notice Is Hereby Given that Wal-Mart Stores East, LP, 4255 Alafaya Trail, Oveido, FL 32765, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of Walmart #5106, with its principal place of business in the State of Florida in the County of SEMINOLE, intends to file an Application for Registration of Fictitious Name with the Florida Department of State.
Notice Is Hereby Given that Wal-Mart Stores East, LP, 5216 Red Bug Lake Rd, Winter Springs, FL 32708, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious
name of Walmart #5132, with its principal place of business in the State of Florida in the County of SEMINOLE, intends to file an Application for Registration of Fictitious Name with the Florida Department of State.
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS TO: JOSEPH LAMONT JENKINS; Black Male last known location 942 Marvin C Zanders Ave. Apopka, FL 32703. approximately 44 years old, Brown hair, brown eyes, approx. 5’5” and 150lbs, father of a minor child born on 06/28/2009. YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses if any to Ashley Filimon, P.A. whose address is 3019 Edgewater Dr. #181 Orlando, FL 32804, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 425 N. Orange Ave. Orlando, FL 32801 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you and the Court may enter an Order granting the Termination of Parental Rights for Adoption of the child. Copies of all court documents for this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Courts office. You may review these. documents upon request. You must keep the Courts informed of your current address, You must file a response with the Clerk by 11/27/2025. 10/08/2025 /s/ Juan Vazquez
Dated Clerk of the Circuit Court
Notice of Public Auction for monies due on storage units located at U-Haul company facilities. Storage locations are listed below. All goods are household contents or miscellaneous and recovered goods. All auctions are hold to satisfy owner’s lien for rent and fees in accordance with Florida Statutes, Self-Storage Act, Sections 83.806 and 83.807. The auction will start at 8:00 a.m. on December 4th, 2025 and will continue until all locations are done. Auctions will be held online: www.storagetreasures.com
U-Haul Moving and Storage at Maitland Blvd, 7815 North Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL 32810; 1022 Carlos Morales $655.70, 1106, LANDON MORRIS $624.35, E23, GERARDO GONZALEZ $1,847.70, U106, BRENDA WARLEY $186.59, D20, rodney Patrick $764.86, D12, Zion Brayboy $764.86, D62, Rodnika Hayward $484.82, 1013, Melissa Clarke $624.35, B12, Ghia Atkins $369.59, 1094, Timme Henderson $993.25, C61, SARAH BURKE $548.72, C05, Shautara Johnson $575.57 U-Haul Moving and Storage of Apopka, 1221 E Semoran Blvd, Apopka, FL 32703; 1140 Allen McClutchey $1,444.50, 1051, Aidin Brown $690.45, 1239, CHRISTY CRIDER $354.35, 1253, ELIZETTE MERVILLE $1,108.50, 1067, TONY DRAINE $798.16, 1014, Keesha Brinson $789.85 U-Haul Moving and Storage of Altamonte Springs, 598 West SR 436, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714; C103 edwin figueroa $753.05, B117, NATASHA WHITING $758.05, D103, KATOYA RAYNOR $788.90, C133, Mckayla Guiod $1,467.65, D102, GERMERRIA COOPER $773.30 U-Haul Moving and Storage at Semoran Blvd, 2055 State Rd 436, Winter Park, Fl 32792; 2002 Kelley Randolph, $467.35, 1161, jose sumoza, $835.90, 1246, ANGEL FIGUEROA $570.60, 1254, JAMES MOORE
$467.45, 1364, Jonathan Garcia $650.95, 2076, Korey Reed $607.60, 2350, JOSE GUTIERREZ $617.45, 2150, Jacquelyn Davis $749.10, 1350, Peter Portuese $645.40, 1177, MERCEDES VILLALOBOS $672.25, 1228, Arlene Keesee $645.40, 1180,
MIGUEL HERRERA $650.95, 1201, patricia green $1,003.60, 1688, ELANDIA GREEN $495.35, 1367, jonathan dale $447.05, 2074, Amanda Castro $473.75, 2009, shamiya mims $861.90 U-Haul Moving & Storage of Longwood, 650 N Ronald Reagan Blvd, Longwood, FL 32750; E068 SAMANTHA SWEENEY $529.70, C045, TIMOTHY BOLING $805.70, B018, Leah Creech $685.85, E086, ANDREA BANKS $370.55, E008, Maria Andino $593.30, E028, Tiffany Harris $733.95, E082, MISTER WADDELL $529.70, C009, Casey Hardy $822.90, B096, Nicklo Kieth $385.85, E067, ANTONIO RUANO $416.45, A039, MARCUS MURPHY $385.85 U-Haul Moving and Storage at Lake Mary Blvd, 3851 S Orlando Drive, Sanford, Fl 32773; 1775 Christy Mike, $324.65, 2081, ASHLEY GLENDYE $506.25, 5044, QUINTEN BROWN $842.60, 2440, TARREK BUTLER $307.10, 1783, KEITH REDWINE $700.30, 2441, Douglas Brown $615.35, 1435, Mystery Room $324.65, 1231, Mystery Room $822.15, 1582, Jennifer Jellison $649.10, 2376, Mystery Room $975.75, 1037, Linda Smith $816.00, 1523, MONTERIA HARRIS $538.48, 2087, TARIA SAUNDERS $309.35, 5048, brad mayberry $666.50, 5036, Cicely Braxton $1,046.10, 1232, Matthew Peoples $351.50, 5072, DONALD SOUTHWORTH $630.65, 2352, Mystery Room $795.55, 1296, BERNARD HALL $539.30 U-Haul Moving and Storage of Sanford, 3101 S Orlando Drive, Sanford, FL 32773; 1834 Niekeiya Wood $460.25, 1415, Aaron Collins $367.10, 1381, Mystery Room $337.55, 1666, Stephen Wilkinson $673.80, 1031, JASMINE CORLEW $261.80, 1060, vivian Justiniano $340.25, 1442, Melissa Tomovick $337.55, 0183, Shane Agrue $807.15, 1735, Gloria randall $503.50, 0150, AALIYAH CHATMAN $987.10, 1670, David Callwood $340.25, 1478, DEE CLARK $432.90, 1830, Crystal Dixon $632.60 U-Haul Moving & Storage of Sanford at Rinehart Road, 1811 Rinehart Road, Sanford, FL 32771; 3025 patrick payne $339.95, 3064, MELLONEY SMITH $431.75, 4087, ZIBANET GORDON $694.55, 3144, nathaniel robinson $1,097.75, 4112, Kyle Williams $463.25, 4067, KIMBERLY HEPPEL $309.95, 1041, D&G general Contractor Graves $1,034.30, 1057, KEYERA DUCKSWORTH $795.55, 3128, PHILLIP JOHNSON $529.70, 1080, alonda Matthews $1,703.35, 4083, BRADLEY LOCKE $357.80, 1061, tyshon ponder $615.35, 4118, Nathaniel Hofer $339.95, 3045, Jessica postell $1,103.75, 2168, William Everts $608.60, 2009, JOSEPH ANDER $791.90, 1032, Laporcha sanders $795.55, 4183, mostaf belbaz $691.85, 1062, john thomas $525.20, 2055, STANLEY MCKINNEY $523.55, 4098, JOHN PICKLEY $427.45.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION FOR MONIES DUE ON STORAGE LOCKERS LOCATED AT UHAUL COMPANY FACILITIES. STORAGE LOCATIONS AND TIMES ARE LISTED BELOW. ALL GOODS SOLD ARE HOUSEHOLD CONTENTS, MISCELLANEOUS OR RECOVERED GOODS. ALL AUCTIONS ARE HELD TO SATISFY OWNER’S LIEN FOR RENT AND FEES IN ACCORDANCE WITH FLORIDA STATUTES, SELF STORAGE ACT, SECTIONS 83.806 AND 83.807, STARTS AT 8:00am and RUNS CONTINOUSLY. Auction will be held online: www.storagetreasures.com
U-Haul Ctr 14651 Gatorland Dr. Orlando Fl. 32837 11/20/2025: 556 Caleb Maxie, 407 Cody Clay, 247 Alisson Jalil, 865 Daisy Quinones, 441 Cody Clay, 726 Noelia Colon, 275 Cody Clay, 950 Lesslie Jones, 970 Carlos Saravia. U-Haul Ctr 7800 Narcoossee Rd. Orlando Fl. 32822 11/20/2025: 1248 Jose Oteri, 2376 John King, 2388 Paula Cardenas, 3207 Christian Alayon, 2456 Kamika Jackson, 1180 Roberto Rodrigo Bravo. U-Haul Ctr. 2400 Orange ave Orlando Fl. 32807 11/20/2025: 1037 Erik Aquino, 2407 Ellington Robinson, 1526 Angel Davis, 1423 Michial Vinson, 1835 Memorial Julien, 1064 madelyn Brace, 1730 Harry Robinson. U-Haul Ctr. 4001 E. Colonial Dr. Orlando Fl. 32803 11/20/2025: A112 Juan Galenano Jaramillo. U-Haul Ctr. 508 N. Goldenrod Rd. Orlando Fl. 32807
Jamiska Palomares Jovet, 3179 Charm Baxter, 250 Rafael Escorcia, 1027 Jose Gutierrez Padin, 1025 Naisha Gomez, 2110 Jamiska Palomares Jovet, 1108 Marquan Bradshaw, 3229 Destiny Sawyer U-Haul Ctr. 11815 E. Colonial Dr. Orlando Fl. 32826
10/23/2025: 1911 Allesha Lello, U-Haul Ctr. 11815 E. Colonial Dr. Orlando Fl. 32826 11/20/2025: 1015 Daniel Yu, 1515 Nadege Cherubin, 1223 Michael Perez.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Extra Space
Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 1001 Lee Rd Orlando Fl 32810 (407) 489-3742 on November 28th, 2025 12:00PM Andre Manley- clothing & shoes, mattress, sports & outdoors. Andrew Schaffer- toys, furniture, boxes. Garret Hutchens- appliances, dishes, clothing & shoes, movies, electronics, furniture, boxes, tools, T.V. Dwight Parkerdishes, mattress, furniture, mirrors. Staci Fitzgerald- furniture. Roneshina Griffintoys, clothing & shoes, boxes, bags. Demertrise Naulings- dishes, clothing & shoes, mattress, wall art, household items, furniture, boxes. Tara Lngram- toys, clothing & shoes, electronics. Shantel Smith- clothing & shoes, mattress, furniture, bags. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and pad at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until
the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Extra Space
Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below on November 28, 2025, at the location indicated:Store 7590: 7360 Sand Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32819 407.634.4449 @ 11:45AM : Adam Gomezclothes, books, personal items; Alexandra Cohen- Clothes, mattresses, bedframes, dresser, boxes; Nazneen Chowdhuryextra household items, bins Store 1334: 5603 Metrowest Blvd Orlando Fl 32811. (407) 516-7751) @ 12PM: Katherine Wrenfro-dryer, Bazile Rodly-household items, samuel lee-boxes, Teresa Brewer-clothes, Dennise Hidalgo-bikes, Shakeema Merchant-household items, Demetrices Tavares Mitchell-furniture, Chavante Scott-personal effects, Emily Hyde-boxes, Rafat Al Thbtih-tv, Carlos Nelson-barbie,tools. Store 1335: 1101 Marshall Farms Rd Ocoee Fl 34761 (407) 516-7221) @ 12PM: Antonio Davis – Drywall and paint equipment, tools. Kenneth Nicholas –White Garbage Truck 2006 International DP Store 7143: 6035 Sand Lake Vista Dr, Orlando, FL 32819 @ 12 PM: Diana Riley Bike, Boxes, Totes and Bags. Tyler Anthony Williamson computer boxes. suitcases, clothes, Leandro Barcelos de Sousa Tools and cutter machine, Raymond Melendez Qn size mattress Store 7420: 800 Beard Rd, Winter Garden, FL 34787 @ 12 PM: Jay Jay: Sewing supplies, sewing machines, fabric, sewing patterns, clothes, shoes, industrial toaster oven- Bessie Johnson: Savana GMC 1500- Simon Sirene II Thomas: household goods. Store 7557: 11920 W Colonial Dr Ste 10, Ocoee, FL 34761, 407-794-6970 @ 12 PM: Terry Allen Beden Office supplies, Niselio Garcia Jr boxes household items Store 7865: 25 E Lester Rd, Apopka, FL 32712@ @ 12 PM: Antoinette Queen Shoes, Clothes, Dresser, TV and misc., Phillip A Corbitt Tools, Evelyn Dillard BINS OF KITCHENWARE POT AND PANS RECORDS TOOL BOX Store 1317: 5592 L B McLeod Rd Orlando FL 32811. (407) 720-2832) @ 2PM: Family Pastel-Dayane Almeida-Unit 945, 2023, QLCG, Trailer, VIN 50ZBE2220PP040563, Family Past LLC, Davi Teixeira De Almeida; Cameron White-clothes, shoes, safe; Christian Bonardd- 2 rm apartment home; Marie Hollis- 2 bed sets, living room, dining room; Jamel Mokrani; Household; Djuan Francois- 2-bedroom, furniture. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage, will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: Site #3086, 130 Concord Drive, Casselberry, FL 32707, 12/02/2025, @ 12:00 pm: Michael Ungarhousehold goods, totes, chair, suitcases Brian Tucker- ladder, totes, buckets, bags, rug The auction will be listed an advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only
and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: Extra Space Storage store #3503 1170 W State Rd 434 Longwood, FL, 32750 - (407) 602-3999 December 2, 2025 @ 12:00pm. Milanna Otway- 1 tv 1 couch 1 bed 2 night stands 3 coffee tables Clothing. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: Self-storage Cube contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart Management, LLC #0695 - 4554 Hoffner Ave Orlando, FL 32812 to satisfy a lien on December 2,2025 at approx. 10:30am at www.storagetreasures.com: Rose Vinet, Ebony Leger, Jayla Weems, Brenda S Morgan, Anthony Ray Trawick, Angeniz Orlando Rivera NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: Self-storage Cube contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner CubeSmart # 5341 – 2310 W Carroll St, Kissimmee, FL 34741 to satisfy a lien on December 2 ,2025 at approx. 11:00am at www.storagetreasures.com: Juan Carlos Magarinos Torres, Oscar Enrique Bracho Villalobos, Tara Fox, Valerie Lantigua, Gustavo Enrique Rondon Vegas, Loukas Rishavy, John Mircheff, Matthew Thomas, Sasha Ogden, Josue Roman, Stevie McLeod, Chayannie Astacio
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: Self-storage Cube contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner CubeSmart # 6174 – 1004 North Hoagland Blvd. Kissimmee, Fl. 34741 to satisfy a lien on December 2,2025 at approx. 11:30am at www.storagetreasures.com: Nicole Parker, Arizmendi Yariel Garcia Carrasquillo, Zana Washington, LaCandice Michelle Hollinger NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: Self-storage Cube contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner CubeSmart # 4586 – 8235 N Orange Blossom Trail Orlando, FL 32810 satisfy a lien on December 2,2025 at approx. 12:30pm at www. storagetreasures.com: Natalie Alexander
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: Self-storage Cube contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner
CubeSmart # 5695 - 1159 Tomyn Blvd., Winter Garden, Florida, 34787 satisfy a lien on December 2,2025 at approx. 1:00pm at www.storagetreasures.com: Miquel Baxter, Alyssa Cabrera NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: Self-storage Cube contents
of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart Management, LLC #0671 – 100 Mercantile Ct. Ocoee, FL 34761 to satisfy a lien on December 3,2025 at approx. 10:30am at www.storagetreasures.com: Richard Rambaran, Marcelo Peloso, Reynaldo St Juste, Susan Addison Stewart / Susan Stewart NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: Self-storage Cube contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart Management, LLC #0693 - 1015 N. Apopka Vineland Rd. Orlando, FL 32818 to satisfy a lien on December 3, 2025 at approx. 11:00am at www.storagetreasures.com: Thaddeus Shockley, Eric Shawn Newson, Tabitha Grier, Rose Kerry, Hugens Valmont, Oslanda Mervil NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: Self-storage Cube contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart Management, LLC # 0420 –5301 N. Pine Hills Road, Orlando Fl 32808 to satisfy a lien on December 3,2025 at approx. 11:30am at www.storagetreasures.com: Kenneth David Henry,Bredrick Antonio Golston,Antonio Goldston,Kendra Cole,Christina Sanseverino, Laquanda King, Charlie James McCoy, Revae Pryor,Lorraine James Brown,Kevin Daniel Williams,Tatyana King, Andrew Hadley, John Wilbon, LoRiesha Moutry, Charlie James McCoy NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: Self-storage Cube contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart Management, LLC #430 - 7400 West Colonial Dr, Orlando Fl 32818 to satisfy a lien on December 3,2025 at approx. 12:00pm at www.storagetreasures.com: Roderick Harris, Harris Rudolph Jr, Rudolph Harris Jr, Victoria Laney, Shakeiva Mcgee, Gallardo Romain, Terrence Martin, Antania Sweeting, Vanessa Nichole Stokes, Kattie Raphael NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: Self-storage Cube contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner CubeSmart # 6698 – 45630 US Hwy 27 Davenport, FL 33897 satisfy a lien on December 3,2025 at approx. 12:30pm at www.storagetreasures.com: Catherine Gorman, Yarilynn Cardona, kerri satterlund, James Wilson NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: Self-storage Cube contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner CubeSmart # 5868 – 4752 Conroy Storage Lane, Orlando, FL 32835 to satisfy a lien on December 4,2025 at approx. 10:30am at www.storagetreasures.com: Dialencia Cadette, Eric Grady, Carol C Jacome, Tapika Thomas, Elizabeth Colon, Brittany Crumpton. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: Self-storage Cube contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart Management, LLC #351 - 10425 S. John Young Pkwy. Orlando, FL 32837 to satisfy a lien on December 4,2025 at approx. 11:00am at www.storagetreasures.com: Issac Esson, Taquesta Bush. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: Self-storage Cube contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner CubeSmart # 5962 – 49671 Hwy 27 Davenport, FL 33897 to satisfy a lien on December 4,2025 at approx. 11:30am at www.storagetreasures. com: Marcus Junior Ocasio, Erika Karla Longo, Frank Summerfield, Marcus Junior
Ocasio, Chavon Jackson, Anderson Lora, Angeleine Dovalus, Nokes Terrel, Aleksa Caruso, Keshavia Giddens. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: Self-storage Cube contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner CubeSmart # 5961 – 1540 Sullivan Rd., Davenport, FL 33896 to satisfy a lien on December 4,2025 at approx. 12:00pm at www.storagetreasures.com: William Talley, Maurici Braulio Luz, Jesus Edwin Aviles Jr, David Waymon Harvey, Anncarine Lucas, Quinton Trivaughn Harris, Ordis Boykins, Matthew Hagen, Courtney Kristina Davis, Travaeh Armani Shingles, Rayder Alexander Paredes Tejeda, IDA LLC, Janel Vega, NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: Self-storage Cube contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner CubeSmart # 5694 – 7220 Osceola Polk Line Rd. Davenport, FL 33896 to satisfy a lien on December 4,2025 at approx. 12:00pm at www.storagetreasures.com: Jorge Herrera, Taneaka Grant.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA File No.: 2025-CP-003452-0 PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF TA-SHA LAVONNE HESTER, DECEASED The administration of the estate of TA-SHA LAVONNE HESTER, deceased, File Number 2025- CP-003452-O, is pending in the Circuit Court for Orange County, Florida, Probate Division, located at 425 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801. The name and address of the Petitioner seeking appointment as Personal Representative is: Ta-Sha Lavonne: Hester P.O. Box 680765 Orlando, Florida 32868-0765 All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent, or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against the decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent, or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this Notice is: 10/24/2025 Personal Representative Ta-Sha Lavonne: Hester P.O. Box 680765 Orlando, Florida 32868-0765
