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Sleeping Beauty, Nutcracker highlight Orlando Ballet’s upcoming season

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The Orlando Ballet has released its play list for its upcoming season at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.

The organization released the schedule for its full slate of shows on Monday, May 1. All of the shows will be performed at the center’s new Steinmetz Hall, which is located at 445 S Magnolia Avenue in downtown Orlando.

The season will kick off with Reflections: 50th Anniversary Celebration, which will commemorate the Orlando Ballet’s 50th season. The show will offer a “look back” at how the organization has evolved over the last half century, from its “humble start” to becoming “one of Central Florida’s leading performing arts organizations.”

The shows will continue with add-on performances of Uncorked in October and The Nutcracker in December. The latter of the two will have a 16-day run leading up to the final show on Christmas Eve.

The season then will take a brief hiatus before returning in February 2024 with a four-night performance of The Sleeping Beauty. With music composed by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, the Orlando Ballet’s rendition of the show is choreographed by Christopher Stowell.

Additional shows are scheduled for March and May, with a the season scheduled to end with Kenneth Tindall’s Casanova.

For more information on the upcoming season, or to purchase a subscription, visit the Orlando Ballet 2023/2024 Season webpage.

16-year-old, 2 others arrested for murder of teen in west Orlando

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Three individuals, including a 16-year-old boy, have been arrested in connection with the homicide of a teenager in west Orlando late last year.

Orange County Sheriff’s Office deputies have arrested 16-year-old Angel Luis Vega, 20-year-old Demetrius King, and 19-year-old Jaylee Palomino Ramirez in the homicide of 18-year-old Jessiah Pharrell Boyd.

Boyd was found suffering from gunshot wounds inside a vehicle that had crashed in the 6700 block of Stardust Lane on October 20. He was taken to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.

Vega has been charged with second degree murder, while King and Palomino have been charged with first degree felony murder, according to court records.

If you have any details that may help the police, contact the Central Florida Crimeline at 800-423-8477.

Geraldine Kilberg

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Gerri Kilberg, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away on April 25, 2023, at the age of 98, in Orlando, Florida, surrounded by family and friends.

Born in Philadelphia, Gerri lived through the Great Depression and was a product of that era. At the age of 24, she married the love of her life, Milton Kilberg, with whom she shared 70 years of marriage before his passing in 2019. Together, they had one daughter, Dr. Ilene Wilkins, and seven grandchildren, including Ray Deveau, Christine Wilkins, Shawn Wilkins, Bradford Wilkins (Marissa), Brie Wilkins, Brandon “Jake” Wilkins (Sarah), and Truman Wilkins. Gerri was also blessed with 13 great-grandchildren, including Alec Deveau, Jonah Wilkins, Gabi Wilkins, Jacob Ramos, Madeline Ramos, Joshua Doane, Miranda Freitas, Emmy Moura, Devin Deveau, Jacqueline Deveau, Haley Deveau, Connor Deveau, and Summer Deveau.

Gerri was known as a firecracker with a vivacious personality and natural storytelling abilities, which could light up any room or engage with any stranger. She was a strong-willed individual who took pride in understanding both sides of an issue, even when holding strong opinions herself.

Gerri was a dedicated worker and remained part of the workforce for over 73 years before retiring in 2021 from UCP of Central Florida at the age of 86. Her life philosophy was inspired by Scarlett O’Hara, as she believed that “tomorrow’s another day,” and that tomorrow would always be better than today. Gerri’s resilience, love for her family, and dedication to her work will be remembered by all who knew her.

Graveside Services will be held at Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 10 AM at the Pavilion of Congregation Ohev Shalom Cemetery with Rabbi Arnold Siegel of Jewish Family Services officiating.

Fire breaks out at home in Winter Springs

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Multiple fire crews from local municipalities were called to the scene of a fire that consumed a portion of a Winter Springs home on Thursday morning.

Seminole County Fire Department crews responded to a home on Falkirk Drive in Winter Springs on Thursday, May 4, after receiving calls regarding a structure fire.

Units from both the Longwood Fire Department and Lake Mary Fire Department also responded to the scene.

Firefighters respond to home in Winter Springs on May 4

Upon arrival, crews noted that at least 20% of the home was damaged and engulfed with flames.

Firefighters were able to contain the fire and no injuries were reported.

Allison Taylor Zimmon

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Miss. Allison Zimmon, 24, Maitland, Florida passed away Tuesday, May 2, 2023. Allison was born August 27, 1998 in Orlando, Florida to Susan (Mayer) & Jonathan Zimmon. Allison was a graduate student at The Florida State University.

Allison is survived by her beloved parents, Susan (Robert) Zimmon of Maitland, Florida and Jonathan (Alex) Zimmon of Oviedo, Florida; dearest sisters, Jessica Zimmon of Israel and Melissa (Lisi) Zimmon of Maitland, Florida; maternal grandparents, Gary & Linda Mayer of Longwood, Florida; paternal grandmother, Dorothy Lourie of Hingham, Massachusetts.

Funeral Services for Allison will be held Sunday, May 7, 2023 at 11:00 AM in the Pavilion of Congregation Ohev Shalom Cemetery (6034 Old Winter Garden Road, Orlando) with Rabbi Geoffrey Spector of Congregation Ohev Shalom officiating. May she rest in peace and may her memory always be a blessing.

Kiddies Carnival at Trotters Park

A carnival for children will return to an Orlando park this weekend.

K.C.O.O will host a Kiddies Carnival on Saturday, May 6 at Trotters Park (2789 Lee Road).

This event is free and will be from 12:00 pm until 7:00 pm. The parade starts at 3:00 p.m. There will be a kids zone, stage shows, live bands, story telling, dancing and other activities.

For more information, visit Kiddies Carnival of Orlando webpage.

Ernest C. Goodman

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Happy Birthday In Heaven! May 7,1934-July 17,2016

We remember the legacy you left, and the memories and love remain within our hearts. There are countless mementos and memories of your presence in our lives. We thank God we were blessed to be your family. Love beyond measure-forever in our hearts.

Jonas Brothers reunion tour making stop in Orlando

The Jonas Brothers will reunite for a final tour, with the last three stops scheduled for cities in Florida.

The “Five Albums. One Night.” tour will commence in August and will wrap in October, with three scheduled stops in Tampa, Orlando and Miami. The brothers will take the stage in Orlando on October 13, 2023.

Tickets for the event will go on sale for “verified fans” on Saturday, May 6 at 11:59 p.m.

No information has been released on the venue at which they will perform.

To register to purchase tickets, visit the Jonas Brothers website.

Roland Lane

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Roland Lane passed away peacefully on April 27, 2023 in Altamonte Springs, Florida at the age of 85. He is survived by his daughters, Cherita McDonough (Oviedo, FL), Andrea Lane (Casselberry, FL), Kimberly Lane Evetts (Escondido, CA) and grandchildren, Hillary McDonough, Chrysta Klaczyk and Terrah Lane. He is preceded in death by his wife, Beatriz Lane, and his parents, Roland “Rolly” and Rita Lane and grandson, Hunter Averett.

Sandy was born in Stamford, Connecticut on May 17, 1937 and graduated from Stamford High School. He met Bea in 1968, and they married in 1969. They remained in Stamford until 1978 when they moved to Casselberry, Florida. At that time, Sandy was a draftsman for Martin Marietta. Upon retirement from drafting jobs, he became a courier for several Orlando area banks where he made countless friends and loved to tell stories of his visits to the various offices he’d visit for his job.

He loved his memories of Stamford and his family there. He enjoyed air shows and antique cars. He loved Bea deeply and lived his life to make her happy. He adored his daughters and had a very special place in his heart for Hillary.

Nathaniel’s Hope hosting Make’m Smile at Lake Eola

Nathanael’s Hope, a nonprofit organization who celebrates kids with special needs (VIPs), will be hosting its 21st annual Make’m Smile celebration this weekend.

The event will take place on Saturday, May 6 at Lake Eola Park from 8:00 am until 1:30 pm.

The event is free for all ages and open to all VIPs. VIPs are individuals with any physical, cognitive, medical, or hidden disability, chronic or life-threatening illness, or those who are medically fragile.

For more information, visit Nathaniel’s Hope Make’m Smile webpage.