Monthly Archives: March 2013

Two Special Concerts at the Garden Theatre

The Garden Theatre in Winter Garden is the place to be on Friday and Saturday, April 5 and 6. “Jessica D and the Four Boys from Jersey” are in concert Friday at 8pm with a program of classic pop made … Continue reading

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The Circus Museums at the Ringling Museum of Art

One of the most interesting displays at the John and Mabel Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota is the Circus Museums. Begun in 1948, the Circus Museums document the history of the American circus through memorabilia and artifacts from the Ringling family circus, John Ringling … Continue reading

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LEGOLAND Announces Major Expansion

LEGOLAND officials recently announced plans for “The World of Chima.” Based on the popular Cartoon Network feature “Legends of Chima,” the expansion will include an interactive family-friendly water ride called “Quest for Chi,” a LEGO challenge called “Speedorz Arena,” a … Continue reading

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Spring Concert at Osceola Center for the Arts

The Center Singers at the Osceola Center for the Arts will present a Spring Concert on Sunday, April 21, at 2pm. The program will offer an afternoon of great singing and “feel good” music including “Dancing Queen,” “Rock With Me,” “Knock … Continue reading

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Sun ‘n Fun Splash-In at Fantasy of Flight

The 39th Annual Sun ‘n Fun Splash-In will take place at Fantasy of Flight on Thursday, April 11. The event is open to the public to view amphibious aircraft and seaplanes participating in landings and take-offs as well as competitive … Continue reading

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America’s Sweet Tooth at County History Center

America’s Sweet Tooth will be the topic of a program presented by the Orange County Regional History Center at 11am on Saturday, April 6. Francine Segan, TV personality, film buff, food historian, and author, will trace America’s sweet tooth back … Continue reading

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Disney Guests Under 14 Must Be Accompanied

Walt Disney World now requires that children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by someone who is at least 14 years of age. The new policy went into effect on March 23 and applies to Animal Kingdom, Magic … Continue reading

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Flower Power Concerts Continue at Epcot Festival

The Flower and Garden Festival concerts continue at the American Gardens Theatre in Epcot at 5:30, 6:45 and 8pm. Checkout the schedule on AllEars.net, a popular Disney blog, at http://allears.net/tp/ep/fg13/epcot-flower-power-concerts-2013.htm.  

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Two Nearby Beaches Named “Best” by Vacationers

Clearwater Beach was named “Best Beach Town in Florida” by USA Today readers in January 2013. St. Pete Beach received a Travelers’ Choice Award from TripAdvisor after reviews from vacationers named the beach the number one beach destination in the U.S. … Continue reading

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Florida Grand Opera Performs in Fort Lauderdale

The Bonnet House Museum and Gardens in Fort Lauderdale will present an evening of operatic arias and duets featuring artists from the Florida Grand Opera on April 11. The Florida Grand Opera is one of the oldest performing arts organizations … Continue reading

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