Things to do in Orlando

EVENT NAME: 13th Annual Halloween at Cranes Roost

EVENT DATE: Friday October 31, 2008

EVENT TIME: 5 – 9 p.m.

EVENT URL: www.uptownaltamonte.com/events

PRICE: FREE

EVENT DESCRIPTION: This community-oriented event, sponsored by the Altamonte Springs Police Department, serves as a door to door trick-or-treat alternative for kids in the community. Booths supported by local businesses will distribute candy and trinkets to an estimated 15,000 costume-clad children starting at 5 p.m. Halloween at Cranes Roost promises a spooktacular evening of entertainment at the Eddie Rose Amphitheater, inflatable games and costume contests for witches and wizards of all ages.

VENUE: Cranes Roost Park / Uptown Altamonte

VENUE ADDRESS: 150 Cranes Roost Blvd, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701

VENUE PHONE: 407-571-8180

VENUE URL: http://www.uptownaltamonte.com/

EVENT NAME: Rockin Shoppin Eve at the Altamonte Mall

EVENT DATE: Friday November 28

EVENT TIME: 12:01 a.m.

PRICE: FREE

EVENT DESCRIPTION:
The Altamonte Mall will open its doors at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 28, for its second annual Rockin Shoppin Eve extravaganza. The early morning, day-after-Thanksgiving holiday festivities offer early-bird customers the opportunity to be first-in-line to purchase the holiday’s hottest gifts at discounted prices.

More than 50 retailers will open early at Altamonte Mall and will offer exclusive discounts available only during the early morning hours. In addition, shoppers will enjoy festivities and fun as a DJ spins holiday and hit music mixes and shoppers enter text-to-win promotions for special night of prizes.

To herald the arrival of the shopping season, at exactly 12:01 a.m. the doors will open and shoppers will be greeted with giveaways, a chance to win hourly gifts, cool entertainment and free beverages (while supplies last).

VENUE: Altamonte Mall

VENUE ADDRESS: 451 East Altamonte Drive in Altamonte Springs, Fla. 32701

VENUE PHONE: 407.215.5100

VENUE URL: http://www.altamontemall.com/


EVENT NAME: Streetmosphere

EVENT DATE: Thursdays October 16 November 6, 20 December 11, 18

EVENT TIME: Shows at 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.

EVENT URL: www.uptownaltamonte.com/events

PRICE: FREE

EVENT DESCRIPTION: The Russian born members of CirqueMosphere, an artistic troupe of performers and winners of numerous top prizes in a variety of International circus competitions, comes to Cranes Roost for performances on the first and third Thursdays of each month. Guests will enjoy feats of Mime, Magic, Juggling and Balancing with two free shows at 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. at the Eddie Rose Amphitheater.

VENUE: Eddie Rose Amphitheater / Cranes Roost Park

VENUE ADDRESS: 150 Cranes Roost Blvd, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701

VENUE PHONE: 407-571-8180

VENUE URL: http://www.uptownaltamonte.com/


EVENT NAME: Karaoke Madness

EVENT DATE: Tuesdays, October 7, 14, and 21 November 4, 11, 18 December 9, 18, 23

EVENT TIME: 7 to 9 p.m.


EVENT URL: www.uptownaltamonte.com/events

PRICE: FREE

EVENT DESCRIPTION: Sing away the mid-week blues with a fun and festive evening of karaoke. Join friends and family in the plaza for this free event.

VENUE: Cranes Roost Park / Uptown Altamonte

VENUE ADDRESS: 150 Cranes Roost Blvd, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701

VENUE PHONE: 407-571-8180

VENUE URL: http://www.uptownaltamonte.com/


EVENT NAME: Friday Night Live

EVENT DATE: Fridays October 17, 24

EVENT TIME: 7 to 9:00 p.m.

EVENT URL: www.uptownaltamonte.com/events

PRICE: FREE

EVENT DESCRIPTION: Bring your chair or blanket and enjoy great live entertainment in a beautiful outdoor setting. Top local artists take stage at the Eddie Rose Amphitheater on a weekly basis performing Jazz, Pop, Big Band, Classic Rock and Contemporary music.

October 17 - The Smokin' Torpedoes
This week Cranes Roost Park welcomes back The Smokin' Torpedoes. The Torps are the reigning Champions of the Central Florida International Blues Challenge. Come out and enjoy Central Florida's absolute best in blues.

October 24 - Rico Monaco
Rico Monaco was a favorite during the 2006 Jazz Jams Uptown concert series as he played for the grand reopening of the park. He brings high energy Latin rock and jazz to the beautiful outdoor setting in the form of Rico Monaco & the New Centurions.

VENUE: Eddie Rose Amphitheater / Cranes Roost Park / Uptown Altamonte

VENUE ADDRESS: 150 Cranes Roost Blvd, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701

VENUE PHONE: 407-571-8180

VENUE URL: http://www.uptownaltamonte.com/


EVENT NAME: Oceanaire Stimson Lane Wine Dinner

EVENT DATE: November 7, 2008

EVENT TIME: 7 p.m.

CONTACT PHONE: Reservations: 407 363-4801

PRICE: $65 plus tax and gratuity

EVENT DESCRIPTION:
5-course wine dinner featuring Stimson Lane.

First Course
Maine Diver Sea Scallops Ceviche
Chateau Ste. Michelle “Horse Heaven” Sauvignon Blanc, ’06 Washington

Second Course
Pan Seared Alaskan Halibut with Saffron Ginger Broth
14 Hands Chardonnay, ’06 Washington

Third Course
Grilled Arctic Char with Dried Fruit Toasted Almond Compote
Earth, Pinot Nior, ’06 Oregon

Fourth Course
Braised George’s Bank Monkfish with Chorizo Tomato Stew
Conn Creek, Cabernet, ’04 Napa Valley

Finale
Crème Brulee
Chateau St. Michelle “Ethos” Late Harvest White Riesling, ’06 Columbia Valley

Reservations required.

If making reservations online please mention prix fixe wine dinner.

VENUE: The Oceanaire

VENUE ADDRESS: 9101 International Drive Orlando FL 32819

VENUE PHONE: Reservations: 407 363-4801

VENUE URL: http://www.theoceanaire.com/


EVENT NAME: Interactive Chef Demonstrations at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress

Date(s): 11/8/2001, 12/6/08

Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Location: Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress

Address: One Grand Cypress Blvd., Orlando, FL 32836

Description: Resort and community guests are invited behind the scenes and into the Chef’s Kitchen of La Coquina and Hemingway’s restaurants for an interactive and lively culinary experience for all skill levels including. The interactive classes are hosted by Executive Chef Kenneth Juran and his talented culinary team at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress. Recipes and techniques showcase signature entrees and pastries featured at the resort’s popular restaurants as well as the seven-course gourmet Chef’s Table menu.

Cost: $25 per person and space is limited
Includes:
· Complimentary Valet Parking
Recipes, Tips and Tastings
Each guest will also receive a $25 gift card to enjoy a future dining experience

For more information: For reservations call 407-239-3853.


EVENT NAME: Champagne Dinner at La Coquina Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress

EVENT DATE: December 13, 2008

EVENT TIME: 7 p.m.

CONTACT PHONE: 407 239 3853 (reservations)

CONTACT EMAIL: n/a

PRICE: $159 per person + tax and gratuity

EVENT DESCRIPTION:
The talented culinary team at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress has partnered with Bollinger, Perrier-Jouët Fleur and Pommery, the great champagne houses of France, to offer Central Florida food and wine enthusiasts a unique dining experience.

A dazzling seven-course champagne dinner will be prepared by the renowned Chef Kenneth Juran and his esteemed culinary team in the Chef’s Kitchen at La Coquina. Such delicacies featured in the dinner include Amuse of Petrosian Caviars and Foie Gras Torchon, Diver Scallop and Shaved Fennel Gazpacho, Duck Confit with Arugula and Lemon Green Olive Oil, Kobe Rib Eye of Beef with Porcini Mushrooms and of course our signature warm Grand Marnier Soufflé.

VENUE: La Coquina at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress

VENUE ADDRESS: One Grand Cypress Blvd., Orlando, Florida, USA 32836

VENUE PHONE: 407 239 1234

VENUE URL: http://www.hyattregencygrandcypress.com/

VENUE DESCRIPTION: n/a


EVENT NAME: COED/Mixed Doubles Round Robin at Grand Cypress Racquet Club at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress

EVENT DATE: Saturday mornings 10/11/08 – 12/27/08

EVENT TIME: 9 -11:30 a.m.

CONTACT NAME: Lynn Bottger, director of tennis

CONTACT PHONE: 407-239-1944

CONTACT EMAIL: Lbottger@hyatt.com

EVENT URL: http://www.hyattgrandcypress.com/

PRICE: $15

EVENT DESCRIPTION: Join the fun at Grand Cypress Racquet Club, located in world class Grand Cypress Resort, see old friends and make new ones when you play in our COED/Mixed Doubles Round Robin 9-11:30 a.m. Saturday mornings. Sign up weekly with or without a partner. Players rated intermediate-advanced (3.0-5.0) are encouraged to play. Players are grouped by ability. Matches are played on our 8 clay courts and expand to our 4 hard courts when needed. Lemonade, towels and balls are provided. Contact Lynn Bottger, director of tennis at 407-239-1944 or e-mail Lbottger@hyatt.com for rates, details or to register.

VENUE: Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Racquet Club

VENUE ADDRESS: One Grand Cypress Blvd., Orlando, Florida, USA 32836

VENUE PHONE: 407 239 1234

VENUE URL: http://www.hyattregencygrandcypress.com/

VENUE DESCRIPTION: n/a

SUBMITTER NAME: Jacqueline Duignan

EMAIL ADDRESS: Jacqueline@bennettandco.com


EVENT NAME: Thanksgiving Day Dining at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress

EVENT DATE: Thursday November 27, 2008

EVENT TIME:
Hemingway’s seatings available from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
La Coquina – seatings available from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cascade seatings available from 12 to 4 p.m.
White Horse serving from 6 -10 p.m.

CONTACT PHONE: 407 239 3853 (reservations)

PRICE:
Hemingway’s Holiday Brunch pricing is $59 per adult and $29.50 per child plus tax and gratuity.
La Coquina Holiday Buffet pricing is $69 for adults and $34.50 for children plus tax and gratuity.
Cascade Holiday Buffet pricing is $49 for adults $24.50 for children plus tax and gratuity
White Horse Thanksgiving turkey plate is priced at $28 per guest plus tax and gratuity

EVENT DESCRIPTION: This Thanksgiving, Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress and their award-winning culinary team invite you to partake in a day of superior holiday dining at the resort’s unparalleled culinary venues La Coquina, Hemingway’s, Cascade and White Horse.

Special menu offerings are featured at each restaurant for you and your family to enjoy an exquisite Thanksgiving dining experience away from home. Several dining options are offered throughout the day beginning at 10:00 a.m. and continue throughout the evening.

Due to the popularity of Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress’ holiday dining events, reservations are strongly recommended and fill quickly. Please call 407 239 3853 for more information or to place a reservation.

Hemingway’s Holiday Brunch pricing is $59 per adult and $29.50 per child plus tax and gratuity. Seatings are available from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

La Coquina Holiday buffet pricing is $69 for adults and $34.50 for children plus tax and gratuity. Seatings are available from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Cascade Holiday buffet pricing is $49 for adults $24.50 for children plus tax and gratuity with seatings from 12 to 4 p.m.

White Horse Thanksgiving turkey plate is priced at $28 per guest plus tax and gratuity and will be available from 6 -10 p.m.

VENUE: Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress – Hemmingway’s La Coquina, Cascade and White Horse

VENUE ADDRESS: One Grand Cypress Blvd., Orlando, Florida, USA 32836

VENUE PHONE: 407 239 1234

VENUE URL: http://www.hyattregencygrandcypress.com/


EVENT NAME: Christmas Day Dining at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress

EVENT DATE: Thursday December 25, 2008

EVENT TIME:
Hemingway’s seatings available from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
La Coquina – seatings available from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cascade seatings available from 12 to 4 p.m.

CONTACT PHONE: 407 239 3853 (reservations)

PRICE:
Hemingway’s Holiday Brunch pricing is $59 per adult and $29.50 per child plus tax and gratuity.
La Coquina Holiday Buffet pricing is $69 for adults and $34.50 for children plus tax and gratuity.
Cascade Holiday Buffet pricing is $49 for adults $24.50 for children plus tax and gratuity.

EVENT DESCRIPTION: This Christmas, Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress and their award-winning culinary team invite you to partake in a day of superior holiday dining at the resort’s unparalleled culinary venues La Coquina, Hemingway’s and Cascade.

Special menu offerings are featured at each restaurant for you and your family to enjoy an exquisite Christmas dining experience away from home. Several dining options are offered throughout the day beginning at 10:00 a.m. and continue till 6 p.m.

Due to the popularity of Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress’ holiday dining events, reservations are strongly recommended and fill quickly. Please call 407 239 3853 for more information or to place a reservation.

Hemingway’s
Brunch menu pricing is $59 per adult and $29.50 per child plus tax and gratuity. Seatings are available from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

La Coquina
Holiday buffet pricing is $69 for adults and $34.50 for children plus tax and gratuity. Seatings are available from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Cascade
Holiday buffet pricing is $49 for adults $24.50 for children plus tax and gratuity with seatings from 12 to 4 p.m.

VENUE: Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress – Hemmingway’s La Coquina and Cascade

VENUE ADDRESS: One Grand Cypress Blvd., Orlando, Florida, USA 32836

VENUE PHONE: 407 239 1234

VENUE URL: http://www.hyattregencygrandcypress.com/


EVENT NAME: New Years Eve Dining at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress

EVENT DATE: Wednesday December 31, 2008

EVENT TIME:
Hemingway’s seatings available from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
La Coquina – seatings available from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cascade seatings available from 12 to 4 p.m.

CONTACT PHONE: 407 239 3853 (reservations)

Hemingway’s Holiday menu pricing is $95 plus tax and gratuity.
La Coquina Caviar dinner brunch pricing is $99 plus tax and gratuity for the first seating and $129 plus tax and gratuity for the second seating
White Horse Holiday menu pricing is $69 plus tax and is open 6 to 11 p.m.

EVENT DESCRIPTION: This New Years Eve, Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress and their award-winning culinary team invite you to partake in an evening of superior holiday dining at the resort’s unparalleled culinary venues La Coquina, Hemingway’s and White Horse.

Special menu offerings are featured at each restaurant for New Years Eve. Several dining options are offered throughout the evening beginning at 5:30 p.m. and continue till 11 p.m.

Due to the popularity of Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress’ holiday dining events, reservations are strongly recommended and fill quickly. Please call 407 239 3853 for more information or to place a reservation.

Hemingway’s
Holiday menu pricing is $95 plus tax and gratuity. Seatings are available from 5:30 to10:30 p.m.

La Coquina
Caviar dinner pricing is $99 plus tax and gratuity for the first seating from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. and $129 plus tax and gratuity for the second seating at 9 to 10 p.m.

White Horse
Holiday menu pricing is $69 plus tax and is open 6 to 11 p.m.

VENUE: Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress – Hemmingway’s La Coquina and White Horse

VENUE ADDRESS: One Grand Cypress Blvd., Orlando, Florida, USA 32836

VENUE PHONE: 407 239 1234

VENUE URL: http://www.hyattregencygrandcypress.com/