Museum Day 2021 + Orlando Shakes + Space 220 Reveals Menu

Hello, people of Orlando! Carlos Hernandez here with a brand-new edition of the Orlando Daily.

Today is Smithsonian Magazine's Museum Day. You can enjoy free admission at several museums around town today. Don't miss out.

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First, today's weather:

Possible light rain in the evening. High: 89 Low: 74.

Here are the top stories today in Orlando:

1. Orlando Shakes will require patrons to present either proof of vaccination or a recent negative COVID-19 test to be allowed entry into the theater. Ticket holders who purchased directly through Orlando Shakes and cannot meet the demands of these new policies will be entitled to a refund. (Click Orlando)

2. Mayhem on Mills has announced a return to live action around Halloween at a new venue behind Ten10 Brewing on Virginia Avenue on Sunday, October 24th. It is part of "Halloween Horror Fights." (Orlando Weekly)

3. Walt Disney World has announced the full menu for its new Space 220 restaurant opening at Epcot next week. The menu will include “lift-off” appetizers, “star course” main entrees and a choice of “supernova sweets." The new restaurant opens Monday, September 20th. (WFTV)

4. A newly released report from the AARP shows Florida leads the nation in COVID-19 nursing home deaths among residents and staff. There were 237 nursing home resident COVID-19 deaths in a four-week span between late July and August 22nd. (WESH)

5. Seeking a cultural experience today? Visitors can enjoy free admission at participating museums today in honor of Smithsonian magazine’s 17th annual Museum Day. (Orlando Sentinel)

Today in Orlando:

• Florida Puerto Rican Day Parade and Festival. (11:00 AM)
• Tacos & Tequila 2021. (1:00 PM)
• Ritmo del Sol: A Latin Jazz Celebration at Central Florida Community Arts. (3:00 PM)
• St. Philip Phan Van Minh Church's Mid-Autumn Festival. (4:00 PM)
• Lake Nona Beacon Goes GOLD: Light of Hope and JOY. (7:00 PM)

Orlando Patch Notebook

• Pet Alliance Greater Orlando: "We are heartbroken to share that Pet Alliance’s Orlando location was damaged by a devastating fire last night. We are very sad to report that we lost 23 cats to the fire, but firefighters and staff were able to save ALL of the dogs. All..." (Instagram)
• Orlando Food & Travel Guide: "@shakeshack has officially opened their fifth Orlando-area location in the food court at @orlandopovine, the city’s only luxury outlet. This new location joins others in the area including International Drive, Florida Mall, Mall at M..." (Instagram)
• Yelp Orlando: "@nakedbarsoapco just dropped their autumn scents collection and we don’t know whether to bathe in it or eat it. Jk please don’t eat soap. Shop their seasonal collection of sugar scrubs, artisan soaps, bath bombs, and whipped soaps..." (Instagram)
• Orlando Police Department: "COMMUNITY CARE: It's been 6 months since City of Orlando - Government launched its alternate mental health response pilot program, the Community Response Team (CRT). In partnership with the Orlando Police Department and Aspire Health Par..." (Facebook)
• Orlando Science Center: "WE’RE HIRING! Do you know someone with a love of teaching young minds? We're in search of an Early Childhood Education Specialist! Are you looking for an opportunity to inspire science learning for life? If so, you've come to the rig..." (Instagram)

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— Carlos Hernandez

About me: Hello my name is Carlos Hernandez and I am a food writer with over 10 years of experience in the industry. I write the food blog Carlos Eats (http://www.carloseats.com) and also contribute to several newspapers and magazines with food-related blogs and articles.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Orlando Daily? You can contact me at carlosreportsnews@gmail.com.