Monthly Archives: September 2012

History Center Offers Trick or Treat Safe Zone

Posted on September 30, 2012 by john

The Orange County Regional History Center presents “Trick or Treat Safe Zone” on Saturday, October 27 from 11am to 4pm. The event is free for families with children under the age of 12. The Center promises “three floors of trick … Continue reading →

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Do You Know What Today Is?

Posted on September 30, 2012 by john

September 30 is National Mud Pack Day and a great day for you ladies to schedule a facial. Guys, you can too. Just don’t tell your buddies.

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Rare Water Lilies on Display at Bok Tower Gardens

Posted on September 29, 2012 by john

Can you imagine the pad of a water lily being large enough to support the weight of a small child? I wouldn’t have believed it unless I had seen the photo accompanying the article about Victoria Longwood Hybrid water lilies … Continue reading →

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Do You Know What Today Is?

Posted on September 29, 2012 by john

September 29 is Confucius Day, honoring one of the world’s greatest philosophers. Use this day to learn more about him, his teachings and sayings.

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Enjoy a Greek Festival in St. Augustine

Posted on September 28, 2012 by john

The 15th Annual Greek Festival sponsored by the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church will be held in St. Augustine October 12-14. Enjoy authentic Greek food, be entertained by costumed dancers and musicians, and learn about the contributions of the Greek … Continue reading →

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Do You Know What Today Is?

Posted on September 28, 2012 by john

September 28 is National Good Neighbor Day. This was established in 2003 when a U.S. Senate resolution was passed. Who’s your good neighbor? It’s a good day to say thanks.

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Family Adventure Day at the History Center

Posted on September 27, 2012 by john

The Orange County Regional History Center presents “Family Adventure Day: Black Hats and Spooky Tales” from 1 to 3pm on Sunday, October 7. Children of all ages are invited to “make a witches hat, explore the history of Halloween, and … Continue reading →

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Do You Know What Today Is?

Posted on September 27, 2012 by john

September 27 is Crush a Can Day. Don’t know why or how it got started, but it sure is easier to crush aluminum cans than the ones we had years ago.

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Halloween in the Parks

Posted on September 26, 2012 by john

Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel Columnist, provides a handy guide to Halloween activities planned at the Magic Kingdom, SeaWorld Orlando, Legoland Florida, and Busch Gardens. Check it out at http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2012-09-20/travel/os-other-theme-parks-halloween-20120920_1_seaworld-s-halloween-spooktacular-halloween-activities-theme-park.

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Do You Know What Today Is?

Posted on September 26, 2012 by john

September 26 is Johnny Appleseed Day. John Chapman, known as Johnny Appleseed, was born on this day in 1774. During his lifetime, he traveled throughout New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, and Illinois planting apple trees and preaching.

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