Orlando Science Center

A grownup's Orlando

2008-04-22 17:20:31

Cities, with the exception of greater Las Vegas, aren't built for amusement. They're built to function as market hubs and transport hubs and government hubs, and then people build houses to be near the jobs generated by all that hubness. Gradually come...

Our take: Lydia Gardner

2013-05-11 00:00:00

Lydia Gardner Orange County's four-term clerk of courts was a born leader and public servant who won over this community with good humor and a thousand-watt smile. But as we pointed out when we endorsed Lydia Gardner for re-election in 2008, there was...

$5 admission at Orlando Science Center on May 5

2013-05-01 09:47:00

Walmart Day at OSC with discounted admission this Sunday$5 gets you in this Sunday at the Orlando Science Center....

This week: Clifford the Big Red Dog plus Star Wars at Legoland and Disney's Hollywood Studios

2013-04-29 07:23:00

There's an eclectic mix of entertainment options this week at Orlando's theme parks and attractions. + The traveling exhibit "Adventures With Clifford the Big Red Dog" opens Saturday at Orlando Science Center. The displays teach Clifford's Big Ideas,...

Orlando Science Center monument to honor Tuskegee Airmen Red Tail pilots

2013-05-08 00:00:00

More than 65 years after flying fighter planes over Europe, the Red Tail pilots of the Tuskegee Airmen will have a monument designed to honor their World War II exploits while inspiring kids to seek careers in aviation. "It's like a dream come true,"...

United Arts fundraising beats goal

2013-05-04 21:02:00

United Arts of Central Florida's annual public-fundraising campaign had its strongest result in five years, officials said, beating its 2013 goal by almost $390,000. Individuals donated $1.96 million to the three-month fund drive that supports more than...

Orlando Science Center: Tuskegee Airmen monument groundbreaking Tuesday

2013-05-06 10:10:00

The Orlando Science Center is planning a monument-groundbreaking event that will honor Red Tail pilots of the Tuskegee Airmen at 2 p.m. Tuesday. Three Red Tail� pilots from World War II are scheduled to be in attendance. Leo Gray, George Hardy and Hiram...

Preview the Orlando Fringe Festival at art museum's steampunk event

2013-05-01 14:53:00

Artists participating in this year's Orlando Fringe Festival will give a sneak peek of what's in store this Thursday at the Orlando Museum of Art. It's the museum's monthly 1st Thursday social event, and it should be a stylish time — the theme...

Orlando Science Center: $5 admission this Sunday

2013-05-01 07:00:00

Admission to the Orlando Science Center will be five bucks this Sunday. The museum's periodic Walmart $5 Day will include Greenovations -- seminars, speakers, films and other activities that concentrate on renewable energy and enviromental issues.�...

Science center uncorks chemistry of wine

2013-05-01 08:56:00

Florida sweet corn is in season. Let's celebrate with Charred Corn Tacos With Radish Zucchini Slaw. You'll find the recipe at OrlandoSentinel.com/thedish. In the meantime, let's dish: A vintage idea. The Science of Wine is an innovative approach to wine...

Where to pick blueberries in Central Florida

2013-04-10 06:15:00

The corks will pop at 6 p.m. Thursday for Reading Between the Wines, a benefit for the Adult Literacy League, at the Orlando Science Center. Tickets are $75. Call 407-422-1540 or check out adultliteracyleague.org for information. In the meantime, let's...

Five science whiz kids compete for top prize this weekend

2013-04-25 08:25:00

Five Central Florida students who've already won top awards at county and state science fairs will compete this weekend in the Dr. Nelson Ying Science Competition. The five competing for the "Ying Prize" will explain their research to a panel of judges�...

Rendering shows design of planned monument to Tuskegee Airmen Red Tail pilots at Orlando Science Center.

2013-05-07 16:10:00

Clifford's big food bowl is part of the exhibit coming to Orlando Science Center

2013-04-29 08:27:11

'The Last Lions' will have daily showings Friday through Monday at Orlando Science Center

2013-04-16 12:34:00