Category Archives: Beyond Orlando

LEGOLAND Water Park Returns March 9

Posted on February 8, 2013 by john

The Water Park at LEGOLAND Florida featuring a wave pool, lazy river, tube slides, body slides, and an interactive play area will reopen March 9. The facility was closed during the winter months. Illustration courtesy of LEGOLAND Florida.

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Silver Springs to be a State Park

Posted on February 7, 2013 by john

Silver Springs in Ocala has been a Florida landmark since the 1880s. Home of the famous Glass Bottom Boats, Silver Springs offers concerts, wildlife exhibits, botanical exhibits, rides and activities. With the advent of more modern attractions, attendance has waned … Continue reading →

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Florida Artists Exhibit Opens February 16

Posted on February 5, 2013 by john

The Polk Museum of Art will display “Florida Artists” beginning February 16. the Exhibit will be drawn from the Museum’s ever-expanding permanent collection by Florida artists and it will continue through June 9. The museum is located in Lakeland. Admission … Continue reading →

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February is Florida State Fair Month

Posted on February 3, 2013 by john

The Florida State Fair returns to Tampa on February 7 for 12 days of entertainment highlighted by a performance of LeAnn Rimes, rides, food, animals, displays, competitions, fireworks, and sales. Opening day is Heroes Day. All active, reserve, or retired military personnel, … Continue reading →

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Harlem Globetrotters Tickets Available Now

Posted on February 2, 2013 by john

The world-famous Harlem Globetrotters basketball team will perform at the Lakeland Center on Wednesday, March 6, as part of their 2013 tour “You Write the Rules.” The Globetrotters have entertained millions of fans throughout the world with their basketball skills and … Continue reading →

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Model Train Show and Swap Meet

Posted on January 31, 2013 by john

Model trains will be on display along with over 50 vendors at the Model Train Show and Swap Meet at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Kissimmee on February 23 from 10am to 3pm. The event is sponsored by Regal … Continue reading →

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Legoland is Hosting a Party for Girls

Posted on January 29, 2013 by john

The second annual LEGO Friends Weekend is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, February 9 and 10, at Legoland Florida. The activities are planned as a daytime party for girls with building events, entertainment, games, and opportunities to meet with LEGO … Continue reading →

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84th Anniversary Celebration for Bok Tower Gardens

Posted on January 28, 2013 by john

Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales is making final preparations for its 84th Anniversary. Lots of special activities are in store for Founder’s Day Weekend on February 1-3 beginning with Moonlight Carillon Concert on Friday at 7:30pm featuring Geert D’hollander. … Continue reading →

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Tuskegee Airmen at Fantasy of Flight

Posted on January 24, 2013 by john

Several original members of the Tuskegee Airmen will appear at Fantasy of Flight February 7-9 between 10am and 3pm. Their appearance, “They Dared to Fly,” is the first of a six-part symposium – Legends and Legacies. Visit http://www.fantasyofflight.com/livinghistory/ for complete information … Continue reading →

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“If I Were A Rich Man”

Posted on January 23, 2013 by john

Just one of the wonderful songs from the Broadway classic “Fiddler on the Roof.” Now you can enjoy them all at the Lakeland Center on February 20 at 7:30pm as part of the Broadway at the Lakeland Center Series. http://thelakelandcenter.com/x_evt_dtl/21304.aspx … Continue reading →

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