It’s Time for Spring Cleaning
 
Kleen Sheen has an exclusive offer during the month of April – Buy Local Orlando consumers receive a 15% discount on all carpet cleaning. Kleen Sheen offers competitive rates, strives for 100% customer satisfaction on every job and provides free quotes for commercial jobs.  For more information call Steve Rosinski at 407.325.3361.

In honor of its 5th anniversary, Crown Trophy (7901 Kingspointe Parkway) is offering Buy Local Orlando consumers 10% off their entire line of plaques and acrylic awards during the month of April (in-stock items only).  For more information call 407.363.7477 or visit crowntrophy.com.

Come visit the expanded Once Upon A Child (4900 East Colonial Drive) for new and gently-used children's clothing, furniture, equipment and toys. All Buy Local Orlando consumers receive 10% off all gently-used merchandise. For more information call 407.292.3500 or visit onceuponachildorlandofl.com.

First-time Subscribers Save Big

The Orlando Sentinel has joined Buy Local Orlando and wants consumers to subscribe and SAVE!  Bringing you the latest news and information, Orlando Sentinel also gives you access to coupons and savings each week.  Subscribe today for as little as $2 plus tax per week and reap the benefits of enjoying Orlando Sentinel Reader Rewards and Buy Local Orlando. To receive this special subscription offer or for more information visit OrlandoSentinel.com/subscribe or call 800.359.5353 and mention offer code BLOR today.  Offer valid for new subscribers only.

Through this limited time offer from FAIRWINDS BROADWAY ACROSS AMERICA – ORLANDO, Buy Local Orlando consumers can  purchase two tickets to XANADU for only $80* for the Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday evening performances. Click here to purchase tickets and enter password: SKATE in the "Special Offers and Promotions" box. (Password must be in all CAPS)

XANADU will be at to the Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre, Tuesday, April 27 to Sunday, May 2. Taking audiences back to 1980 California, this hilarious new musical follows the beautiful Kira, who travels to earth to inspire a struggling young artist named Sonny, as she helps this aspiring painter to find his voice, discover true love and build the world’s first roller disco (not necessarily in that order).

*Valid on tickets in “Price Level 2” for the Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday evening performances only. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer. Not valid on previously purchased tickets.

During the months of April and May, Park Square Homes will pay Buy Local Orlando consumers up to $1,000 towards your move into your new Park Square Home. Buy now and save even more by meeting the $8,000 tax credit deadline in June.  For more information about Park Square Homes call 407.529.3031 or visit parksquarehomes.com. 

During the month of April, Nora’s Lake Ivanhoe Wine and Cigars (1407 North Orange Avenue) is offering Buy Local Orlando consumers a select group of wines at $10 or less.  Nora’s is open Mondays and Tuesdays from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm, Fridays from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm, and Saturdays from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. For more information call 407.447.5885.

Showcase Acting Studio (1595 Meeting Place) offers acting classes to actors at all ages and all levels of skill. Showcase offers instruction on the latest acting techniques including monologues, commercials, scene study and improvisation.  Buy Local Orlando consumers receive 10% off registration.  Click here for more information or call 407.992.8802.

Free Spinal Exam at Avarta Wellness
 
At Avarta Wellness (3837 West Colonial Drive), Buy Local Orlando consumers receive a free spinal examination compliments of Dr. John Staub.  This offer is valid for new patients only and expires May 27, 2010.  Click here to read more about the offer or call 407.228.9599.

Get Active and Buy Local Orlando

Get Active Orlando and Buy Local Orlando are teaming up to encourage all Orlando area residents to get outside and get some exercise.  One easy way is to walk or bike to your favorite Buy Local Orlando restaurant, store or business.

Get Active Orlando is a visionary partnership serving the community by inspiring the public to make active and healthy lifestyle changes. Get Active Orlando offers resources, influences policies, shapes our environment and creates programs to benefit individuals and the community. For more information on Get Active Orlando, visit getactiveorlando.com.

Stay In The Know On All Things Art-related
 
New Buy Local Orlando member, RedChairProject.com is Central Florida's official arts and culture guide listing everything arts-related. Support local art, attend an arts exhibit and find out all the information from the comfort of your own home.  With more than 360 cultural organizations listed, find anything from music, dance, theatre, museums, classes, workshops and much more at RedChairProject.com. Purchase tickets online and sign up to receive the weekly email. Red Chair Rewards offers discounts, promotions and free events. Don’t forget to check out the Orlando Arts Getaways packages on RedChairProject.com, providing cultural events paired with dining at some of Orlando’s best restaurants. It makes date night planning easy!
 
Visit RedChairProject.com today and be sure to sign up for the Red Chair Rewards!

Pamper Yourself at Advanced Skincare

Advanced Skincare Center and Spa (2014 South Orange Avenue) offers pharmaceutical grade skin treatments, massage therapy, body treatments, spray tanning, manicures, pedicures, waxing, laser hair removal, botox, fillers, skin resurfacing and more.  From massage therapy and acupuncture, let Advanced Skincare Center and Spa help with all of your healthcare needs.  First-time Buy Local Orlando clients receive $10 off a service of $50 or more. For more information or to make an appointment, please call 407.425.5900 or visit advancedskincareandspa.com.

Southeast Steel (63 West Amelia Street) is staffed with professionals ready to assist Buy Local Orlando consumers to obtain Florida’s Cash for Appliances Rebate which became available today, Friday, April 16 and lasts until Sunday, April 25. Click here for more information.

Pictures and Mirrors International (3450 Vineland Road) is the place for the latest trends in framed art, custom framing and mirrors, offering an array of styles from contemporary, Tuscan, children’s art and oil paintings.  All of Pictures and Mirrors International's thousands of images, frames, art and mirrors on display in their showroom are ready for pick-up or delivery today.  Buy Local Orlando consumers receive 10% off purchases. For more information call 407.423.7011 or visit picturesandmirrors.com.

Imagine...
Walking through Bhuleshwar in Bombay India, just to pick up curry spices.
Traveling to London, for a fresh supply of tea and biscuits.
Picking up a can of Chakalaka, in South Africa.
Stopping by Lebanon, for authentic hummus.
Selecting fresh feta cheese, as you stroll through Greece.
 
Imagine a grocery store that offers products from more than 25 countries located right here in Orlando, Florida. International Food Club (4300 LB McLeod Road) offers you the chance to go grocery shopping "around the world.” Visit International Food Club’s café and bakery for something healthy and different for lunch.  Buy Local Orlando consumers receive 10% off entire purchases made on Mondays.
 
For more information, call 321.281.4300 or visit ifoodclub.com.  You can also find International Food Club on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ifoodclub.

Customized Pampering at Tarapy 4-Skin
 
Tarapy-4 Skin (901 East Washington Street, Suite 3) is a private studio where organic and natural skin care is coupled with a healing touch. Tarapy 4-Skin owner, Tara Patrice Wells, is passionate about her craft and possesses a deep appreciation and commitment to the products she carries and uses in her services.  Her products utilize whole fruits, herbs, antioxidants and vitamins and her knowledge and direct experience will help to assist in accessing beautiful, healthy, radiant skin.  Tara customizes each facial to address your current concerns and beauty goals.  Tara also performs full body waxing and eyebrow design. 
 
Whether you are a first time customer or a lifetime loyal client of Tarapy 4-Skin, Tara is committed to your health, your experience, your skin care and waxing needs each and every time you have a service with her. For more information call 407.951.1343. 

Spring Clean Your Finances with Consumer Creditworks
 
Are you tired of paying outrageous interest rates and spending most of your income paying monthly bills? Are you paying bills late and receiving calls from collectors demanding payment? If so, Consumer Creditworks, Inc. (1512 West Colonial Drive) invites you to contact them to consolidate your debt through their debt consolidation program.

Consumer Creditworks, Inc. is a non-profit organization that will show you how to take inventory of your debt, set financial goals and guide you towards a plan of action to consolidate your debt. Upon enrollment, Buy Local Orlando consumers receive free financial budgeting and a 24-hour online personalized credit coach.  Click here for more information or call 407.648.0044.

Palmer’s Garden: A One Stop Shop for all your Landscaping Needs
 
You may have walked the winding pathways of beauty at Palmer’s Garden and Goods (2611 Corrine Drive), but did you know that Palmer’s also offers a wide variety of personalized services for your home landscaping needs?  For instance, many people are surprised to learn that Palmer’s offers potting service for patio containers.  You can either bring your pot in to the store to have it refilled with dazzling spring color foliage, or make an appointment to have a specialist come to your home to replenish your pots on-site.  Palmer’s also offers landscape installation, lawn and shrub maintenance, delivery and consultations with a certified horticultural professional.  The next time you find yourself in need of landscape services, let Palmer’s use their knowledge, experience and expertise to help transform your yard into a personal garden paradise.  For more information call 407.896.5951 or visit palmersgarden.com.

Weather Alert:  It’s Time to Plant a Vegetable Garden

This year, Central Florida has endured the coldest winter in many years. The recent warming trend has been a welcomed change for us all, but especially for gardeners.  The month of April is one of the best times of the year to plant vegetable plants and seeds, fruit trees and herbs.  Palmer Feed Store (912 West Church Street) is the best place in Orlando to purchase everything you need to start or maintain your edible landscape.  Palmer Feed sells bulk vegetable seeds for as little as $1 per ounce, in addition to large fruit bearing vegetable plants.  They also carry a full line of garden-related products including fertilizers, insecticides, soil amendments and potting soils, including a plethora of completely organic options. During the month of April, show your Buy Local Orlando card to receive $2 off a 40 quart bag of Granny’s Potting Soil (regularly $6.99). Visit Palmer Feed Store and plant your vegetable garden today.  For more information on Palmer Feed Store call 407.841.8924 or visit palmerfeedstore.com.

Compliance Help for the Light Frame Rule With Signs from Custom Designs
 
Did you know? On December 13, 2009, the Florida State Fire Marshal's Office adopted the Light Frame Truss Rule, which requires all commercial, industrial or multi-unit residential structures of three or more units that has wood or steel trusses for the floor, roof or both shall be identified and marked with signs advising persons conducting fire control and other emergency operations of the existence of light-frame truss-type construction in the structure.

To ensure you are compliant with this new ordinance, order your signs today at Custom Designs (840 North Mills Avenue).  Buy Local Orlando consumers save 10% off orders.  Call 407.898.0373 or visit customdesignsonline.net for more information.

Plan Your Dream Event at the Renaissance Orlando Hotel Airport
 
Dream Events don’t just happen, they’re planned.  Planning dream weddings and parties are a specialty at the Renaissance Orlando Hotel Airport (5445 Forbes Place). With a little help from the Renaissance Certified Special Events Managers, you can host a perfectly lavish banquet or a quiet intimate event. Buy Local Orlando consumers who book a wedding or party package now through June 30, 2010 will receive an upgraded reception package or complimentary wine service with dinner.  call 407.513.7208 or visit marriott.com/hotels/event-planning/wedding-planning/mcora-renaissance-orlando-airport-hotel/ to get started planning your event.

Treat yourself to a car wash from Images Auto Spa (4007 East Colonial Drive). Images specializes in maintaining that new car feeling.  Buy Local Orlando consumers receive $3 off a Club Wash.  Click here or call 407.896.6366 for more information.

Demolition Celebration of Fire Station 1
 
On behalf of Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, the City Council, the Orlando Fire Department and the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, Buy Local Orlando consumers and businesses are invited to the Demolition Celebration of former Fire Station 1(455 South Orange Avenue) on Thursday, April 29 at 10:30 am. Join us as we celebrate a new era in Downtown Orlando, marking a significant milestone toward the groundbreaking of the new performing arts center. Click here for the invitation.

Happy Hour Sushi Deals at Ichiban
 
Come to Ichiban Japanese Restaurant (19 South Orange Avenue) for “Happy Hour Sushi,” Monday through Friday 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm and enjoy $2 sushi, $3 rolls and $3 drinks. For more information please call 407.423.2688 or visit orlandoichiban.com.

Two Special Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Performances

Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre (401 West Livingston Street ) is proud to present the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra’s, Color Cathedral, Saturday, April 17 at 8:00 pm and Baroque - a Pearl of Irregular Shape on Monday, April 26 at 7:00 pm. For tickets or more information call 407.770.0071 or visit orlandophil.org.

New Buy Local Orlando member, Mad Cow Theatre (105 South Magnolia Avenue) will be featuring the Orlando Cabaret Festival from Friday, April 30 to Sunday, May 16, presenting a special series of weekday lunchtime performances designed specifically for Downtown Orlando workers. Performances last 45 minutes and attendees are encouraged to bring a lunch or plan to order a boxed lunch from the theatre.

All boxed lunches are prepared fresh by Virgin Olive Market and Noshery. Regular boxed lunches include a full sandwich or wrap and come with one non-alcoholic beverage, a side pasta salad and a treat for dessert. Light lunches come with your choice of a half-sandwich or wrap, one non-alcoholic beverage, a side pasta salad and a small treat for dessert. Prices are as follows:
Boxed lunch and ticket: $22
Light lunch and ticket: $20
Show only: $12

For more  information please visit orlandocabaret.com.

Join Park Ave CDs (2916 Corrine Drive) on Saturday, April 17 to celebrate the third annual “Record Store Day” which commemorates the unique culture surrounding more than 700 independently-owned record stores in the USA and hundreds of similar stores internationally. Special vinyl and CD releases and various promotional products have been made exclusively for Record Store Day.  In addition, Park Ave CDs is proud to announce two new additions to the Live at Park Ave series making their debut.  For more information call 407.447.7275 or visit parkavecds.com.

Premieres of the best, cutting-edge current cinema; indulgent experiences in food and wine; a blissful mix of industry parties and special events; a star-packed attendee list — The Florida Film Festival devotes its 19th edition to a celebration of the spirit, passion and warmth of “Home Sweet Home,” weaving this notion throughout its exceptional film programming, delicious parties and delectable special events. Many of the Florida Film Festival events take place at the Enzian and Plaza Cinema Cafe.  For more information on the Florida Film Festival visit floridafilmfestival.com. 

“Auspicious Vision: Edward Wales Root and American Modernism,” is on display now through May 23, 2010 at the Mennello Museum of American Art (900 East Princeton Street).  The exhibition is an artistic tribute to Edward Wales Root (1884-1956), a pioneering collector of modern American art. He was also one of the Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute’s greatest benefactors.  To read more about this exhibit click here. 

Buy Local Orlando consumers receive $1 off admission for adults and seniors. For more information on the Mennello Museum of Art visit mennellomuseum.com. 

Buy Local Orlando member Dog & Friends (431 East Central Boulevard) invites you to Dogfest Orlando on Sunday, April 18, 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  Grab your dog and head to Casey’s (50 East Central Boulevard) for live entertainment and music, doggie vendors and pet contests.  Central Boulevard between Orange Avenue and Magnolia Avenue will be closed for the event. The cost is $10, all donations benefitting the Cian Griffin Cystic Fibrosis Fund.  For more information, email dogfestorlando@yahoo.com or visit myspace.com/dogfestorlando.com.

Game Night at B3 Cafe on April 27
 
Swing by Bikes, Beans and Bordeaux (B3) for Game Night on Tuesday, April 27 at 6:30 pm.  B3 will have a supply of games on hand and you’re welcome to bring your own. Game Night will now be offered on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month.  Get out of the house for a fun (and free) night in the neighborhood. B3 is located at 3022 Corrine Drive.  Call 407.427.1440 or visit B3Cafe.com for more information.

Join Buy Local Orlando member Crealdé School of Art for their 35th anniversary celebration on April 24, 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm at 600 Saint Andrews Boulevard, Winter Park.  The celebration is themed "a year to celebrate and give thanks" and will include a rededication of the Crealdé campus. Guests will enjoy entertainment including live steel drum music, children's activities, refreshments and a slide show highlighting Crealdé's history.   For more information about the event email pschreyer@crealde.org or visit crealde.org.