Pool Day Passes from Orlando Hotels and Resorts
2025-07-25 00:00 (America/New_York)
Did you know that certain hotels and resorts in Orlando offer pool day passes for locals? If you’d like a day by stunning resort pool, check out this list from Orlando Weekly: https://www.orlandoweekly.com/orlando/25-orlando-hotels-and-resorts-now-offering-pool-day-passes-for-locals/Slideshow/39372617

Florida's Back-to-School Tax Holiday!
2025-07-28 00:00
Florida’s back-to-school tax holiday starts Aug. 1 and continues through Aug. 31. During this sales tax holiday period, qualifying items will be exempt from tax. ClickOrlando.com does a good job of detailing what will be exempt. See the list here https://www.clickorlando.com/news/florida/2025/06/27/full-list-florida-gets-permanent-tax-exemptions-for-these-major-items/

It's Hurricane Season! Get FEMA's Hurricane Readiness Tips
2025-07-30 00:00
We are almost two months into hurricane season. If you haven’t already, it’s time to create a family emergency plan, stock up on non-perishable food items, and have your trees trimmed. For more information, visit FEMA’s hurricane readiness page: https://www.ready.gov/hurricanes

MWMA Rebranding Workshop
2025-07-30 14:00 - 15:30

Today is National Mutt Day!
2025-07-31 00:00
Today is National Mutt Day, a day to embrace, save and celebrate mixed breed dog. Do you have a beloved mutt, or are you interested in adopting? Consider visiting a shelter to adopt a mutt in need of a forever home. If you can’t adopt, volunteering is a great way to help mutts, too.

August issue of MetroWest Connect
2025-08-01 00:00

Conversation Corner about Mosquitoes at Bill Frederick Park
2025-08-01 00:00
Tomorrow at 2 p.m., Bill Frederick Park will host a Conversation Corner on the topic of mosquitoes. Discover the mosquito’s surprising place in nature and what we can do to help reduce their impact while staying eco-conscious. For more information, visit https://www.orlando.gov/Events/Conversation-Corner-at-BFP-Mosquitoes

MWMA Branding Meeting
2025-08-06 14:00 - 15:00

International Cat Day!
2025-08-07 00:00
Tomorrow is International Cat Day, also known as World Cat Day. It is a special day to celebrate domestic cats of all kinds. If you’ve been considering adopting a cat and feel you are ready, go ahead and visit a local shelter or go online to see the many cats looking for homes. Check out http://www.ocnetpets.com/Adopt/AnimalsinShelter.aspx?types=C&pagesize=12&r=r for available kitties who need a forever home!

MWMA Budget Taskforce Meeting
2025-08-07 15:00 - 16:00

Monday is the First Day of School for Orange County
2025-08-08 00:00
Monday is the first day of school in Orange County! For more information, visit https://www.ocps.net/.

First Day of School for Orange County
2025-08-11 00:00
Today is the first day of school for Orange County Public Schools. Please be aware of our children walking and biking to school today, and of school zones and buses! (School safety image)

City of Orlando celebrate the Grand Opening of Vex Racing in Veranda Park
2025-08-13 00:00
Tomorrow the City of Orlando will celebrate the grand opening of Vex Racing in Veranda Park from 5 to 11 p.m. Step inside to explore a captivating program featuring engaging presentations, interactive experiences, and opportunities to connect with automotive enthusiasts and the VEX Racing team. Outside, admire a stunning display of exotic cars. For more information, visit https://www.orlando.gov/Events/Vex-Racing

MWMA BOD Meeting
2025-08-13 12:00 - 13:00

Today is National Honey Bee Day!
2025-08-16 00:00
Today is National Honey Bee Day, a day to celebrate and show appreciation for hard working Honey Bees, which produce honey that we enjoy and are vital to the pollination for a wide array of our fruits and vegetables. The University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences suggests providing plants that appeal to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Check out the planting suggestions from UF/IFAS here:
https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/design/gardening-with-wildlife/bee-plants.html

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer State of the City Address
2025-08-18 00:00
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will give his annual State of the City Address tomorrow at 10:30 a.m. at The Plaza Live. For more information and to RSVP, go to https://www.orlando.gov/Events/State-of-the-City-Address-2025

Today is World Mosquito Day!
2025-08-20 00:00
Today is World Mosquito Day. The goal of this special day is to raise awareness of malaria, as well as other diseases carried by mosquitoes including the Zika virus, and to educate people about how to avoid contact with mosquitoes. Since mosquitoes are a fact of life here in Central Florida, the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences helpful Florida Resident’s Guide to Mosquito Control is a great resource: http://www.floridahealth.gov/diseases-and-conditions/mosquito-borne-diseases/_documents/fl-resident-guide-to-mosquito-control-ifas.pdf

MWMA DRB Meeting
2025-08-20 14:00 - 15:00

City of Orlando Report a Problem
2025-08-22 00:00
Do you see a problem in the neighborhood that needs to be reported to the City of Orlando? Then go to the Report a Problem page of the city’s website – this page allows you to quickly provide information about a variety of issues, from problem trees to a missed garbage cart pick up.
https://www.orlando.gov/Report-a-Problem

Today is International Dog Day!
2025-08-26 00:00
Today is International Dog Day, a day to honor and rescue
dogs from homelessness and abuse. It’s an opportunity for us to recognize and appreciate the value and importance of dogs in our lives. If you’re ready to adopt a new family member, contact Orange County Animal Services, Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando, Pet Rescue by Judy, or one of the other rescue organizations in Central Florida. Check out the adoptable dogs available at Orange County Animal Services here: http://www.ocnetpets.com/Adopt/AnimalsinShelter.aspx?types=D&pagesize=12&r=r.

Florida's Back to School Tax Holiday ends Sunday
2025-08-29 00:00
Florida’s back-to-school tax holiday ends Sunday. During this sales tax holiday period, qualifying items will be exempt from tax. ClickOrlando.com details what is exempt. See the list here https://www.clickorlando.com/news/florida/2025/06/27/full-list-florida-gets-permanent-tax-exemptions-for-these-major-items/

Phase 1 Rebranding
2025-08-29 14:00 - 15:00

Get involved in the MetroWest Community
2025-08-30 00:00
Would you like to become more engaged with the MetroWest community? The MetroWest Master Association welcomes and encourages resident participation and there are many ways to become involved. Find out more at: https://www.metrowestcommunity.com/people/get-involved/

Happy Labor Day!
2025-09-01 00:00
Happy Labor Day, MetroWest! If you’re celebrating today, check out these no-bake and no-cook recipes to keep your kitchen nice and cool:
https://www.tasteofhome.com/collection/no-bake-no-cook-labor-day-recipes/

Sptember is Sepsis Awareness Month
2025-09-02 00:00
September is Sepsis Awareness Month. Sepsis is a life-threatening emergency that happens when your body’s response to an infection damages vital organs and, often, causes death. Like strokes or heart attacks, sepsis is a medical emergency that requires rapid diagnosis and treatment. Sepsis can lead to severe sepsis and septic shock. Sepsis takes a life every 90 seconds in the United States. Learn more at https://www.sepsis.org/get-involved/sepsis-awareness-month/
(Sepsis takes a life infographic)

Ideas to refresh your yard!
2025-09-03 00:00
Wondering what to plant this month to refresh your yard for fall? The University of Florida IFAS Extension suggests trying these annual/bedding plants: ageratum, coleus, celosia, zinnia, and wax begonia for color into fall. For more information visit:
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/topic_annual_landscape_plants

MW Public Service Program Team Meeting
2025-09-04 11:00 - 12:00

UCF Knights vs Kansas
2025-09-04 19:30 - 23:00
The UCF Knights face Kansas at 7:30 tonight at the Bounce House. Can’t make it to the game? Watch it on ESPN 2. For more information, visit https://ucfknights.com/sports/football/schedule

UCF Knights take on North Carolina A & T
2025-09-05 00:00
The UCF Knights take on North Carolina A&T tomorrow at 7 p.m. at the Acrisure Bounce House. To buy tickets or for more information visit https://ucfknights.com/sports/football/schedule.

City of Orlando presents Taste of Africa!
2025-09-05 00:00
The City of Orlando will present Taste of Africa tomorrow from noon to 8 p.m. at Eagle Nest Park, 165 Metrowest Blvd. Taste of Africa is a family event that will celebrate African music, culture and food. For more information, visit https://www.orlando.gov/Events/Taste-of-Africa.
