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DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS
AdventHealth Breaks Ground on New Cancer Institute
A 12-story AdventHealth Cancer Institute is now under construction in downtown Orlando, with plans to open in 2028 and bring surgical space, subspecialty oncology care, clinical trial access, and urgent care for immunocompromised patients to the campus. The new tower will connect via a pedestrian bridge to Innovation Tower and is part of a broader expansion that includes a 14-story, 440-bed hospital tower expected to complete its first phase in early 2030. Read more about the development here.

TLC Engineering Solutions Welcomes New Principals
Seven professionals have been elevated to principal at TLC Engineering Solutions, bringing expertise across structural, mechanical, electrical, healthcare, and technology engineering, as well as financial operations. Each new principal has built a track record of delivering results on complex, large-scale projects and will strengthen TLC's leadership team going forward. Read more about the newest principals here.

4Roots Farm Campus Breaks Ground on Stone Barn Event Center
Construction is underway on a 16,000-square-foot Stone Barn Event Center at the 4Roots Farm Campus, with the facility set to open in the fourth quarter of 2027 and capacity for up to 500 guests for lectures, corporate gatherings, weddings, and community events. The project, supported by a naming gift from Orlando Health, is part of the nonprofit's $110 million Next Acre Campaign, which has already secured more than $52 million in commitments since launching in 2025. Read more about the project here.

Thrive Cocktail Lounge & Eatery Is Ready to Cater Your Next Event
Thrive Cocktail Lounge & Eatery offers full-service catering for parties of all sizes, bringing their Asian-fusion tapas menu to your next event. Explore a variety of fan favorites including sushi, tempura wild mushrooms, fried Brussels sprouts, bao buns, and handcrafted sliders. Use promo code Thriving10Off to save 10% on orders of $100 or more. Place your catering order today!

DTO EVENTS
Family Day at the Orlando Museum of Art 
This Saturday, April 25, the Orlando Museum of Art is hosting a free Family Day from 11 AM to 2 PM., inspired by the space-themed exhibition Dennis Scholl: A Day of Four Sunsets. Guests can enjoy hands-on art activities with Analog Astronaut Sharife Gacel, live music from the Orlando Youth Chamber Ensembles, solar telescope viewing, STEAM activities with the Orlando Science Center, storytelling, dance performances, and more. Register for free and plan your visit here.

Heart of Florida United Way Extends Free Tax Prep Services
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program through Heart of Florida United Way has added two extra days of free tax preparation, available on Monday, April 27 and Monday, May 4 from 10 AM to 2 PM at 1940 Cannery Way. Both walk-ins and appointments are welcome, making it easy to get your taxes filed at no cost. Schedule your appointment here.

Visit Orlando Hosts Travel & Tourism Event
Coinciding with National Travel and Tourism Week, Visit Orlando is bringing together industry professionals on Thursday, May 7 at the Orange County Convention Center's Valencia Ballroom to celebrate the people and partnerships driving Central Florida's tourism community. Attendees can expect networking and industry insights from notable guest speakers, including Orlando native and Broadway actor Michael James Scott and Geoff Freeman, President and CEO of the U.S. Travel Association. Secure your seat here.

DOWNTOWN STAKEHOLDERS
For more than 80 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida has supported children and families across the region, including a long-standing presence in downtown Orlando. Jamie Merrill, President and CEO, shares how the organization creates safe, supportive spaces where youth can learn, grow, and build meaningful relationships. She also highlights the role the clubs play for families, providing after-school care, meals, and a reliable environment where students can succeed, and why staying closely connected to the downtown community remains central to the mission.

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