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Garden Theatre finds a partner · WG hires downtown support firm · Big weekend ahead · Sunny 92°
PREVIEW: GARDEN THEATRE FINDS A PARTNER · DOWNTOWN SUPPORT FIRM HIRED · BIG WEEKEND AHEAD
THURSDAY, APRIL 30, MMXXVI
Good Morning, Winter Garden
Good news for the Garden Theatre — and tomorrow, May begins with a bang on Plant Street.
⛅ 92° · Mostly sunny
Top Story Arts & Culture
Winter Garden finds a partner for the Garden Theatre.
Winter Garden has secured a partner to help operate and revitalize the historic Garden Theatre on Plant Street. The beloved venue has been central to the city’s cultural identity for decades, and the new partnership signals a commitment to keeping live performance at the heart of downtown. Details on programming and the partner organization are expected to follow.
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Winter Garden Hires Firm to Support Downtown Businesses.
The city has brought on a consulting firm to help strengthen and grow the businesses that make Plant Street one of Central Florida’s best downtown destinations. Orange Observer →
Special Hearts Farm Gets Hydroponic Systems.
The local nonprofit farm has added hydroponic growing systems, expanding its capacity to produce fresh food and provide meaningful work for adults with disabilities. Orange Observer →
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◆ This Week in Winter Garden
May starts tomorrow. The biggest downtown weekend of the spring kicks off Friday.
Fridays on the Plaza opens its season tomorrow (8a–1p). Saturday brings both the Farmers Market and SHOP, DINE & STROLL with Raffle MAY-nia and live music. Note: Earth Day tote giveaway ends today and the Senior Utility Assistance deadline is tomorrow, May 1.
Fri May 1 · Plaza Season Opener Sat May 2 · Farmers Market Sat May 2 · SHOP, DINE & STROLL
★ Hot today and Friday. Cold front brings weekend storms.
5-DAY · NWS MELBOURNE · WINTER GARDEN, FL
A few more things neighbors are talking about.
Magic Lose Game 5, Series Now 3-2 as Wagner’s Injury Clouds Outlook.
Banchero had a playoff career high but it wasn’t enough in a 116-109 loss. The Magic lead the series 3-2 heading back to Detroit, with Franz Wagner’s health a key concern. WFTV →
Winter Garden Approves New Animal Control Ordinance.
City commissioners approved updated animal control rules, bringing regulations in line with current standards and community needs. Orange Observer →
Ocoee High Student Wins West Orange Chamber SOAR Award.
An Ocoee High School student has been recognized with the prestigious SOAR Award from the West Orange Chamber of Commerce for outstanding achievement. Orange Observer →
Orange County Eyes Zoning Rules for Tobacco and Smoke Shops.
County commissioners are discussing new zoning regulations that would govern where tobacco and smoke shops can operate throughout Orange County. Orange Observer →
Fridays on the Plaza — Season Opener
8 AM–1 PM · Downtown Pavilion · Senior Utility Assistance deadline
Farmers Market + SHOP, DINE & STROLL
8 AM–1 PM · Downtown · Raffle MAY-nia & Live Music
Homegrown Market at Hamlin — 3rd Anniversary
9 AM · Hamlin · Horizon West
2nd Fridays at Flamingo Crossings — Block Party
6 PM · Flamingo Crossings Town Center · Horizon West
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Orange Observer · WFTV · City of Winter Garden · Horizon West Happenings · Apr 30, 2026
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