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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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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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Festival of Trees at the Orlando Museum of Art

Posted on September 13, 2012 by john

Since 1986, the Festival of Trees has transformed the Orlando Museum of Art into a winter wonderland with a holiday spirit. Special displays include decorated trees and vignettes, a gingerbread village, a toyland town and shop, a holiday boutique and … Continue reading →

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Star Wars Is Coming to Orlando Science Center

Posted on September 7, 2012 by john

An exhibit featuring Star Wars will open at the Orlando Science Center on October 13. It will include a sit-in replica of the Millenium Falcon cockpit, costumes and props from all the films, and videos sharing the filming experiences. Designed … Continue reading →

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Edison and Ford Editorial Cartoons on Exhibit

Posted on September 6, 2012 by john

The Edison & Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers has announced the opening of a new exhibit featuring editorial cartoons of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford that appeared in publications from the 20th century through current times. The opening is … Continue reading →

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Family Fun Days at Bonnet House Museum

Posted on August 31, 2012 by john

On the first and third Saturdays of September, the Bonnet House Museum and Gardens in Fort Lauderdale celebrates Family Fun Days. Admission is half price for adults and children for a full schedule of arts, crafts and activities from 10am … Continue reading →

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“Peanuts… Naturally” Coming to Orlando History Center

Posted on August 22, 2012 by john

Explore nature through the eyes of those wonderful Peanuts characters created by Charles M. Schulz when Peanuts… Naturally opens on September 29 at the Orange County Regional History Center. This traveling exhibit from the Charles M. Schulz Museum in Santa … Continue reading →

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Galactic Encounter Day at History Center

Posted on August 19, 2012 by john

The Orange County Regional History Center is hosting Galactic Encounter Day from 10:30am to 3pm on Saturday, September 15. All your favorite Star Wars characters will be on hand for photo opportunities and visits. Enjoy “Blue Milk,” “Wookie Cookies,” and … Continue reading →

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Looking for the Arts in Polk County?

Posted on August 7, 2012 by john

A great source of information about artistic activities and presentations in Polk County is the Polk Arts Alliance. The Alliance was formed in 2001 “to help Polk County cultural arts’ organizations flourish.” Visit http://www.polkarts.org/ to explore the numerous and varied … Continue reading →

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Need a Rainy Day Activity for the Youngsters?

Posted on August 2, 2012 by john

How about a museum designed entirely for children in nearby Lakeland. Three floors of hands-on, kid-powered, interactive exhibits await families Monday through Saturday from 9am to 5:30pm. Explorations V Children’s Museum was founded in 1991 by parent volunteers and has … Continue reading →

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