What better way is there to end one year and start another than to have a party? If it’s your turn to handle your neighborhood’s New Year’s fun, don’t stress that you’ll have the worst party of the year. And if you do, don’t worry because the year is already over! Bad jokes aside, there are plenty of ways to throw a great party and not break the bank while doing it. To Theme or Not to Theme First things first: set the date. Get it? In all seriousness, you’ll want to decide if your party will be themed or not. Will you and your guests be ringing in the New... Read more

Compared to what adults face, it doesn’t seem like kids have much to worry about during the holidays. The reality is children and teens also experience stress and seasonal health concerns that can be just as overwhelming, particularly during the holiday break when schedules become more hectic and less predictable. This holiday season, five simple tips can help your family stay well and have a good time. 1. Fight Germs. Family gatherings, airports and travel stops, shopping malls, even the school library during finals week - they’re all home to germs. Protect yourself by getting a flu... Read more

The rumors have been swirling about the Lynx bus service lately. Some people are under the impression that a new Lynx bus will service this side of town, that fares will increase and that the PickUpLine service will be changed. But those rumors are actually untrue. According to John Lewis, the CEO of Lynx, the only service change that will affect the East Orlando area at this time is the splitting of Link 30. The Link 30, which ran from Winter Garden to the University of Central Florida, needed to have it’s route cut in half as it had to cover such a large area and, therefore, has trouble... Read more

Conveniently located in Winter Park, the Baby Place team is known for their experience, expertise and bedside manner. Expectant mothers in Orlando and its surrounding areas have an ultra-exclusive choice when deciding where to deliver their bundle of joy. It’s a place where every moment of every day centers around making mom feel comfortable, pampered and surrounded by the finer things as she embarks on life’s greatest milestone. It’s the Dr. P. Phillips Baby Place at Winter Park Memorial, a Florida Hospital, and it’s Central Florida’s only luxury boutique obstetric... Read more

So you’ve finally decided to give your time and volunteer in your community. That’s great, but where do you even begin? Don’t feel alone, there are plenty of folks that want to donate their time and talent, but don’t know where to start. Below are some important things to consider when serving your community. Choose a Cause That Interests You Make sure you choose a cause and position that fits with your personality so you can make the most out of your time spent with your organization(s) of choice. In addition to enjoying your time there, you’ll also be more likely... Read more