Monthly Archives: November 2012

Museum Showcases Osceola History

Posted on November 10, 2012 by john

The Osceola County History Museum and Welcome Center recently opened at 4155 West Vine Stree (U.S. Highway 192) providing a showcase of the area’s history. Exhibits include prehistoric stone tools, Seminole Indian artifacts, photos of industries over the years, and displays of … Continue reading →

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Universal Opening Transformers Ride Next Summer

Posted on November 9, 2012 by john

Transformers: The Ride 3D is coming to Universal Studios Orlando sometime next summer. The ride, patterned after Transformers attractions in Universal parks in California and Singapore, is based on the three Transformers films. Universal officials estimate the cost of the … Continue reading →

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Fun Spot America Expansion Update

Posted on November 8, 2012 by john

Fun Spot America on International Drive in Orlanda has released more information about its $25 million expansion program. White Lightning, a 2000-foot-long wooden roller coaster will be constructed along two sides of the property with an 80-foot rise. Top speed … Continue reading →

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Kenny Rogers Concert in Lakeland February 14

Posted on November 7, 2012 by john

Kenny Rogers will present a Valentines Day concert at the Lakeland Center’s Youkey Theatre on Thursday, February 14, at 8pm. Tickets are available now at http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?pid=7324281&mkt_code=EM082112. Include a Valentine’s Day Buffet at the Center Stage Cafe prior to the show … Continue reading →

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A Christmas Survival Guide

Posted on November 6, 2012 by john

The Garden Theatre in Winter Garden presents “A Christmas Survival Guide” November 30-December 16.  The show is described on its website: “Armed with a copy of A Christmas  Survival Guide and an optimistic attitude, the characters charge into an urban  … Continue reading →

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Little Darlin’s Rock n’ Roll Concert

Posted on November 5, 2012 by john

Old Town USA is hosting the first annual Little Darlin’s Rock n’ Roll Concert on Sunday, November 11, from noon to 5pm. Live entertainment will be headlined by The Coasters, Rockin’ Robin, Joey Dee, Al Brady, Bobby Hendricks (Drifters) and … Continue reading →

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Orlando Ballet Presents Hansel and Gretel

Posted on November 4, 2012 by john

Hansel and Gretel, the classic family fairy tale, will be performed by the Orlando Ballet on Saturday and Sunday, November 10 & 11, at 2pm in the Garden Theatre in Winter Garden. Tickets are $25, $21 for students and seniors. … Continue reading →

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Biennial Quilt Show in Davenport

Posted on November 3, 2012 by john

The 2012 Biennial Quilts and Tea Festival will be held Friday and Saturday, November 9 & 10, from 9am to 3pm in the Historic District, 1 South Allapaha Avenue in Davenport. http://quiltsandtea.com/home.html

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Pioneer Day in Kissimmee November 10

Posted on November 2, 2012 by john

The 21st Annual Pioneer Day will be celebrated in Pioneer Village on North Bass Road  in Kissimmee. This year the event will coincide with the grand opening of the Osceola County Welcome Center and History Museum. Enjoy re-enactors, barbeque, and … Continue reading →

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The Holy Land Experience in Orlando

Posted on November 1, 2012 by john

One of Orlando’s less known attractions is the Holy Land Experience, located at the corner of Conroy and Vineland Roads. According to its webite, “It is a living, biblical museum that takes you 7000 miles away and 2000 years back … Continue reading →

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