Keep Your Eye on the Ball
Many athletes today feel pressured to specialize in one sport from a young age, but there are risks involved, from overuse injuries to mental burnout. Back when he was coaching high school basketball in Washington, D.C., one of Steve Turner’s players was future NCAA hero Kris Jenkins, who went on to hit perhaps the most famous buzzer-beater in March Madness history to lead Villanova... Read More
The Long Road Home
Bestselling historical novelist Pam Jenoff reflects on writing, family and the journey that changed her life. Thirty years ago, a diplomatic assignment to Krakow, Poland, changed Pam Jenoff’s life forever. Fresh out of graduate school and a stint as Special Assistant to the Secretary of the U.S. Army at the Pentagon, Jenoff joined the U.S. State Department as a consular officer... Read More
Growing Up On Her Own Terms
Wednesday made Jenna Ortega a worldwide star before the age of 20, but she is basing her career more on interesting choices than fame. There is something slightly strange about Jenna Ortega’s relationship with fame. On the one hand, she is now one of the most recognizable young actors in the world, having transformed Wednesday Addams into a global phenomenon and followed the... Read More
Here Comes the Bride
Orlando Family Magazine’s annual wedding guide can help ease the stress of planning with helpful recommendations to achieve your perfect day. The many elements that go into planning a wedding can be exciting yet stressful at times. From selecting the perfect venue and food to decor and color palettes, there are many components that are needed to complete the special day. While... Read More
Aging, Reimagined
Dr. Marissa Magsino is taking a personalized approach to hormones, wellness and longevity. Most people’s passions and vocations are closely tied to their personal stories, and that’s certainly true for Marissa Magsino, MD FAARM. Dr. Magsino, who is board-certified in functional medicine and began her career in internal medicine and pediatrics before transitioning to functional... Read More
A Higher Standard of Skin Care
From skin health to rejuvenation, the experts at Associates in Dermatology provide personalized, advanced care tailored to your individual needs. With wedding season upon us once again and the holidays right around the corner, many people are eagerly looking forward to gathering with loved ones to celebrate in style. But spending time outside all summer soaking up the abundant... Read More
It’s Academic: The 2026 Private High School Report Card
Montverde Academy As a new school year begins, families across Central Florida are once again thinking about the educational opportunities that will help their children thrive. In this year’s Orlando Family Magazine Private High School Report Card, we shine a spotlight on some of the area’s leading schools and the unique ways they prepare students for what comes next. From academic... Read More
Know Your Body
As conversations around women’s health grow, medical advances and a greater focus on listening to patients are helping women get the care they need at every stage of life. The field of women’s health presents multiple challenges for patients and physicians that are not seen in other areas of health care due to a number of biological, societal, cultural and historical factors. While... Read More
Road Rules
As e-bikes become more and more popular, especially with kids, parents are encouraged to learn more about the devices and how to keep their children safe. Alan Duke admits that he has a love-hate relationship with e-bikes. A board member for a local cycling club known as the Florida Freewheelers, Duke has been an avid traditional cyclist for about 15 years and rides at least once... Read More
The 10 Spot: Breakfast Dishes
While there’s been some debate recently about whether or not breakfast is still considered the most important meal of the day, one could easily make the case it’s the most satisfying. For the early risers among us, we crafted this list of 10 dynamite breakfast dishes from across the area full of sweet and savory options that get the day off to a rousing start. Berrylicious... Read More
A New Era of Orthodontics
Sakowitz Smiles combines modern technology with personal expertise to help patients feel confident every step of the way. No one can predict exactly what the orthodontic industry will look like in five years, but you can bet Dr. Scott Sakowitz and his team at Sakowitz Smiles Orthodontics will remain at the forefront of orthodontic technology and treatment. “We’re using technology... Read More
Creating a Dental Home
Maitland Pediatric Dentistry is a fun and comfortable place for children to learn healthy dental hygiene practices that continue into adulthood. Teeth are a crucial element of a person’s overall health, especially since adult teeth are a permanent feature of the face once they come in during childhood and early adolescence. Taking care of dental hygiene from an early age is incredibly... Read More
Compassionate Care
Precision Periodontics & Dental Implants delivers highly specialized periodontal and implant treatments in a warmly welcoming environment designed to minimize patient anxiety and yield incredible results. Compassionate oral-health professionals understand that, for many, the lasting impact of a bad dental experience can be a costly and painful one. That’s why the husband-and-wife... Read More
Beyond the Classroom
At Windermere Preparatory School, a focus on academics and real-world experiences extends the educational approach. What does it take to prepare students today for an unpredictable future? At Windermere Preparatory School, the answer is multifaceted and relies on helping nurture students not just with rigorous academics, but also experiential learning opportunities that foster... Read More
Resilience in the Face of Tragedy
As the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11 approaches, Orlando Shakes is staging Come From Away to highlight the enduring themes of empathy, resilience and community. As the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks approaches this fall, communities across the country will commemorate the anniversary with memorials and tributes. In Orlando, one of the more unique observances comes from... Read More
Learn While Living
The Keystone School was built to give families a flexible, high-quality education—wherever life takes them. The importance of a high-quality education cannot be overstated. It fosters critical thinking, promotes intellectual growth, and equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in school, their careers and life. Despite the critical role education plays... Read More
Great Escapes
From beach retreats to outdoor adventures, these Florida destinations offer the perfect fall escape without the long drive. As summer winds down and students head back to school, family trips and vacations become more difficult to fit into the busy schedules that fall brings. Fortunately, families can still enjoy a getaway by staying within a few hours of home. Weekend trips to... Read More
Taking Center Stage
Opera Orlando prepares young singers for the stage through educational and professional-development programs serving a range of ages and experience levels. The arts have always been an essential part of life—it’s the movies we watch, music we listen to and the performances we experience. At Opera Orlando, the arts are very much alive, offering educational programs that allow... Read More
Growing Great Smiles
Baptiste Orthodontics and Baptiste Dentistry for Kids show how pediatric dentists and orthodontists work together to support children’s dental development. Parents often think of braces as something children need during middle school or teenage years. But long before brackets and wires become part of the conversation, a child’s smile is already telling an important story. From... Read More
Simply the Best
Meet five student-athletes who are helping to ensure that the Central Florida sports scene remains red-hot this fall. Blake McCullough, Bishop Moore football A junior quarterback, McCullough earned the starting job last fall as a sophomore and proceeded to throw for 3,477 yards and 37 touchdowns while leading the Hornets to the 3A state semifinals. He has even loftier goals heading... Read More
Keeping the Arts Alive
Discover the performances, exhibitions and cultural experiences bringing Central Florida’s stages, galleries and community spaces to life this season. As the fall season approaches, now is the perfect time to start planning how you’ll make the most of the months ahead. Whether you’re excited about art exhibits, live performances, seasonal festivals or cultural experiences,... Read More
