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Apopka, FL
36Events this week
5Free things to do
89New spots
92New stories

Checked Friday, September 11, before the 6 AM send.

This week in Apopka

Five picks from this week's calendar. See all 36 events, day by day →

A Poké Celebration! Indoor Market

Sunday 1pm · Venue on the Lake - Maitland Civic Center

Learn to Play: Trading Card Games!

Monday 5pm · Layton Gaming

Taco Tuesday at Halls on 5th

Tuesday 11am · Apopka

Mommy & Me Private Crafting Experience

Tuesday 4:30pm · Healing Mama Studio

Little Creatives & Me

Wednesday 10am · Art & History Museums

New in Apopka

Places that opened, reopened, or earned a mention this month — the ones we'd go back to.

The Spa Orlando

Health & Wellness

Local reset button: When the week knots up your shoulders, The Spa Orlando in College Park is a quick zip from Apopka and an easy go-to for tailored massage with licensed therapists, plus facials, nails and spa packages.

thespaorlando.com

Thrive Cocktail Lounge & Eatery

Restaurants

Share plates, sip happy: Thrive Cocktail Lounge & Eatery brings inventive, shareable dishes and creative cocktails together in a lively scene that actually feels fun on a weeknight.

eatdrinkthriveorl.com

Twisted Rose

Shopping

Bold blooms with an edge: When you want flowers that feel moody, modern, and a little unforgettable, Twisted Rose leans into deep reds, dramatic textures, and custom designs that actually say something.

twistedroseorlando.net

Apopka’s best businesses

Every spot worth knowing, in one place.

The restaurants, shops, and services the newsletter recommends, all in one place — every listing checked, and paid pins marked every time.

Browse Apopka’s best →

Most read in Apopka

The five stories Apopka readers clicked most this month, from the daily editions.

  1. Publix reveals new store opening coming to Central Florida next month

    Publix has announced a new store opening in Apopka, Florida, set to open on Sept.

    Full story at clickorlando.com

  2. Orlando area venues prepare for Halloween celebrations and themed events

    Orlando-area venues are preparing for Halloween celebrations, with several venues offering Halloween-themed events.

    Full story at wftv.com

  3. Papa Llama Is Closing After Nearly 10 Years in Orlando

    Papa Llama, one of Orlando's most celebrated independent restaurants, is closing its Curry Ford restaurant after nearly a decade in business.

    Full story at bungalower.com

  4. Orlando Chase Suspect Hit 115 MPH, Went Wrong Way Near SeaWorld, Troopers Say

    A Florida Highway Patrol traffic stop near SeaWorld turned into a lengthy chase after troopers spotted a driver they say was driving recklessly on International Drive, leading to speeds exceeding 115 mph.

    Full story at hoodline.com

  5. UF/IFAS invites public to explore plant research at Apopka field day

    The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) has invited the public to a free field day at the Mid-Florida Research and Education Center in Apopka, Florida, on September 16.

    Full story at verticalfarmdaily.com

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