🌱 When you can glow after dark at Typhoon Lagoon this summer.
Lake Buena Vista, Florida Patch AM: a 4 min readGood day Lake Buena Vista! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- When you can glow after dark at Typhoon Lagoon this summer.
- What big new venues could replace Jellyrolls and Big River Grille?
- How rising heat is already changing sports at Lake Buena Vista High
Today's riddle: How do you measure a fish? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Nice with clouds and sun, with a high of 80 and low of 62 degrees.
- Thursday: Partly sunny and comfortable, temps: high: 82, low: 63.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 87 and low of 65 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
📰 News we're reading
• Disney H2O Glow After Hours brings neon nights, throwback characters to Typhoon Lagoon this summer (clickorlando.com) — Disney’s H2O Glow After Hours is returning to Typhoon Lagoon in Lake Buena Vista on select nights from June 2 through September 5, with neon theming and rare character meet-and-greets like Powerline Max and Scrooge McDuck. Locals can buy discounted tickets starting at $85 plus tax, with extra savings for kids, Annual Passholders, and Disney Vacation Club members. 
• Ghost Town No More: Inside the Secret 2026 Projects Transforming Disney's BoardWalk (disneytips.com) — For Lake Buena Vista residents watching Disney’s shifting nightlife, Jellyrolls’ move into town follows its closure at Disney’s BoardWalk, where major redevelopment is underway. Disney is gutting former restaurant spaces and adding interim snack options while planning new venues. Rumors point to sports bars, fast-casual dining, or themed lounges as part of a 2026 BoardWalk revival.
• As Climate Change Threatens Student Athlete Safety, States Try to Adapt (goodmenproject.com) — A Lake Buena Vista High School senior describes how extreme heat and new safety rules are cutting into practice time, even at a well-equipped Orlando campus. The story explores how climate change is driving more heat-related illnesses in student athletics and how states, including Florida, are scrambling to adopt protections that many schools struggle to afford.
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Virtual Mini Academy - CĂłmo prepararte en la etapa de la escuela secundaria con la visiĂłn de elegir la universidad de tus sueĂąos
Freedom High School Orlando, FL 32837
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Virtual Mini Academy - C贸mo prepararte en la etapa de la escuela secundaria con la visi贸n de elegir la universidad de tus sue帽os
John Young Elementary School Orlando, FL 32837
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Virtual Mini Academy - Career Readiness for My Child with a Disability
Dr Phillips High School Orlando, FL 32819
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English Conversation Hour
Windermere Branch Library , 530 Main St , Windermere
3:30 pm -
Rick Krasowski Music
Windermere Brewing Company , 111 W 5th Ave , Windermere
6:00 pm -
Epilepsy Awareness Day at Walt Disney World
Disney's Contemporary Resort , 4600 World Dr , Lake Buena Vista
9:00 am -
Start Shredding the News
Lakeside Park , 631 Sycamore St , Celebration
10:00 am -
Family Fun!
Painting with a Twist , 3038 Dyer Blvd , Kissimmee
12:30 pm -
Afternoon ART-venture! Wicked Sunset!
Painting with a Twist , 3038 Dyer Blvd , Kissimmee
2:30 pm -
Fito Espinola
Community Presbyterian Church , 511 Celebration Ave. , Celebration
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Curry Duck Curry Competition - 19th Anniverserary
The Pines at Windermere , 3409 Maguire Rd , Windermere
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EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival - Garden Rocks Concert Series 2026
Epcot
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hughes Brothers Construction, Inc. posted a job opening for Loader Operator in Kissimmee. Apply here.
- Tractor Supply Company posted a job opening for Team Member in Kissimmee. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lake Buena Vista here.
🗞 Nearby News
Horizon West
- Next phase of Hamlin medical offices project advances in Horizon West (growthspotter.com)
- Specialized Eye Care Center Vold Vision Plans New Medical Facility in Horizon West (horizonwestinfo.com)
- Overlook 2 at Hamlin estate tops Horizon West home sales from April 13 to 19 (orangeobserver.com)
Windermere
- 11450 Arborside Bend Way, Windermere, FL 34786 (realtor.com)
- Windermere Prep's sophomore creates global change after discovering his passion for chess (orangeobserver.com)
Ok Lake Buena Vista! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: By inches because they have no feet. (Thank you Gypsy S. for sending it in!)
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