Baldwin Park Talk

Happy Valentine’s Day! Remember to spoil that special someone. Regardless of your taste or budget, Baldwin Park has something for everyone. Looking for something quick to eat? Subway or Five Guys both have great food. Want something a little romantic? Make reservations at Seito Sushi, Jack’s Steakhouse, Chi Pan Asian, Colibri or La Bella Luna. Top off your evening with a glass of wine at Uptown Park Wine Bar or WineStyles. Craving something sweet? Farris and Foster’s for some chocolate or Delish for some frozen yogurt can end your evening. Whatever you decide to do, enjoy!

Saturday, Feb. 9 the Orlando Chili Cookoff will be held from noon to 6 p.m. at Orlando Festival Park right outside of Baldwin Park. This event first began in Baldwin Park and has grown in size so much that it had to move to a larger venue this year. Come out to Festival Park and enjoy chili samples, live music, a craft beer tent, Brighthouse Networks Kids Zone with the Adrenaline Rush obstacle course, inflatable jousting, a bungee run and more. The Kid’s Zone will also feature interactive DJ Renee Adams, who entertains the whole crowd with dancing, singing, games, and skits, and The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will showcase some of its animals. Visit orlandochilicookoff.com

On Friday, Feb. 15, Movies in the Park will begin at 7 p.m. on the green in front of Barnie’s. Bring your lawn chairs and grab some food from one of the local eateries while enjoying “Lady and the Tramp,” sponsored by McKinley Properties and Baldwin Park area businesses.

On Saturday, Feb. 16, the third annual Ty Lewis Cancer Foundation Unite for Life Challenge Walk will be at 9:30 a.m. The event benefits the Ty Lewis Cancer Foundation whose purpose is to help those who have a family member that has been diagnosed with, or lost the fight to cancer. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m., and the walk begins at 10 a.m., and also features an event raffle with lots of cool prizes. For more information, visit thetylewiscancerfoundation.weebly.com



Mark your calendars for the sixth annual Doggie Derby on March 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Corrine Commons in front of Grace Hopper Hall. Visit doggiederby.com for more information.