Monthly Archives: October 2012

Harmony Hosts Harvest Festival

Posted on October 6, 2012 by john

The town of Harmony will celebrate a Harvest Festival from 10am to 2pm on Saturday, October 20. Activities scheduled are “Touch-a-Truck” featuring a variety of big rigs, hay rides, a pumpkin patch, live music, antique farm equipment display, and food. … Continue reading →

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Do You Know What Today Is?

Posted on October 6, 2012 by john

October 6 is Mad Hatter Day. Named for the silly character Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, today is a wonderful opportunity to express your silliness by creating an outrageous hat.

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Three Decades of Epcot are Captured in a New Book

Posted on October 5, 2012 by john

“Epcot: The First Thirty Years” by Jeff Lange and Kevin Yee provides 500 of their photographs and commentary about this amazing attraction. Many of the photos are of places and scenes no longer seen in the park. All Disney fans … Continue reading →

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Do You Know What Today Is?

Posted on October 5, 2012 by john

October 5 is World Teacher Day. Through the initiative of UNESCO, World Teacher Day was established to honor and recognize teachers around the world. Do you remember who your favorite teacher was? Did you ever take the time to thank … Continue reading →

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Best Places to Eat in Polk County

Posted on October 4, 2012 by john

If you’re tired of going to the same old place every time you go out to eat and you are looking for a new dining experience, here are some suggestions. Timeout, the central Florida entertainment guide, invited its readers to … Continue reading →

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Do You Know What Today Is?

Posted on October 4, 2012 by john

October 4 is National Frappe Day. Do you know what a frappe is? You may think you do, but the ingredients in a frappe can vary considerably depending on where you live. Try ordering a frappe today and ask what’s in … Continue reading →

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“Titanic The Experience” – an I-Drive Favorite

Posted on October 3, 2012 by john

“Titanic The Experience” was voted the 2012 best attraction upgrade on International Drive by Orlando Weekly. The re-designed attraction offers 10 full-size reproductions, 100 new artifacts and 400 historic treasures. The exhibition is open daily from 10am to 8pm with … Continue reading →

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Do You Know What Today Is?

Posted on October 3, 2012 by john

October 3 is Techies Day. This is the day set aside to remind us how important people with technical skills are in our everyday lives. From your IT department to your neighborhood geek, from vehicle repairman to utilities providers, technicians … Continue reading →

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A Review of “Dine with Shamu” at SeaWorld

Posted on October 2, 2012 by john

The current issue of Orlando Attractions magazine offers a review of the Dine with Shamu opportunity at SeaWorld. Now through December 25, the attraction is offering a “Kids Eat Free” program for ages 3-9. All the details are in the … Continue reading →

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Do You Know What Today Is?

Posted on October 2, 2012 by john

October 2 is National Custodial Workers Day. This is a great day to thank the custodial workers at you school or workplace for the job they do. Remind them how important their role is to your facility.

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