On The + Side: Flicks and Frights, Zoom Theatre and Pizza

Happy Monday, and welcome to the month of October! As we prepare for the spookiest time of the year, we’re here to spread some not-so-scary news and resources. Join us for the latest in uplifting news and ways to stay healthy and happy in good times and bad.

Positive Focus

The news can be overwhelming at times, but there are plenty of positive stories out there! Check out our latest favorites, which are sure to make you smile.

• Come Out With Pride is almost here! The festivities have gone digital this year with a Virtual Extravaganza, complete with interviews, performances and more.
• To support the unsheltered community, Clean the World and Orange County Government have teamed up to launch the Fresh Start WASH & Wellness Program. This program focuses on stopping the spread of COVID-19 by providing access to soap, clean water and washing facilities, as well as services for mental health, substance abuse, job placement and more.
• SeaWorld Orlando is hosting its drive-in movie experience every Saturday night in October (including on Halloween!) as part of the Flicks & Frights series. Learn more and reserve your tickets here.

Wellness Boosts

How are you staying healthy in these times? Here are our latest wellness boosts to help you out!

• Experts share their top self-care tips in Oprah Magazine. Hey, if Oprah endorses it, then it must be true!
• Did you know October is National Pizza Month? We’re intrigued by this cauliflower pizza recipe, which is not only packed with veggies, but is also gluten free.
• Thinking of taking up running now that the weather is starting to cool down? Check out this guide on how to fall in love with running, even if you hate it!

For the most up-to-date guidelines on taking care of yourself during this global pandemic, visit the CDC’s website.

Additional Resources

Going stir crazy while social distancing? We’ve got you covered. Check out these resources to get you through!

• Now through December, Seminole State College will offer free Zoom theatre productions for your socially distanced viewing pleasure. Learn more about how you can tune in!
• Still getting the hang of home-school? Scholastic offers Learn at Home lesson plans and projects for different age groups.
• Planning your next road trip? This article rounds up the best cuisine in each of the 50 states. Bon appetit!
• UCF and the Downtown Orlando Partnership will kick off their webinar series this Thursday, October 8, with sessions focused on the Central Florida business community. Click here for more information and to register for the first session, an economic update with Dr. Sean Snaith.

We’ll be back next week with more positive stories and resources to make this time a little easier for everyone. To get notifications when we post a new issue, subscribe to On The + Side.

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