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Children are Free at Kennedy Space Center Through January 7

Posted on December 23, 2012 by john

A child, 11 and younger, will be admitted free to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex with each paid adult admission through January 7. Current programs feature “Holidays in Space” with carolers  decorations and holiday traditions of the countries involved in the International Space Stations. http://www.kennedyspacecenter.com/

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Enjoy Ice Skating in Florida

Posted on December 22, 2012 by john

From now until January 7 public ice skating is available at the Lakeland Center. Tickets including skate rentals are only $7 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under. Bring your own skates and it’s only $5. Visit their website … Continue reading →

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Radio Station Guide for Central Florida

Posted on December 21, 2012 by john

Having trouble finding the kind of music or talk radio you enjoy? Here’s a link to radio stations in Orlando, Polk County and Tampa with a description of each. http://www.theledger.com/article/20110608/ENTERTAINMENT/110609386?p=1&tc=pg

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Universal Orlando Exhibit at the History Center

Posted on December 20, 2012 by john

“A Year in the Life: Backstage to Onstage at Universal Orlando Resort” will open January 26 at the Orange County Regional History Center. The year-long exhibit is described in this Orlando Sentinel article – http://blogs.orlandosentinel.com/features_orlando/2012/12/history-center-preps-expanded-exhibit-about-universal-orlando.html Photo by Ebyabe (Own work) … Continue reading →

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Welcome to the Festival of Chocolate

Posted on December 19, 2012 by john

Described as “The Ultimate All-Chocolate Shopping, Interactive and Educational Event” Takes place at the Museum of Science and Industry in Tampa on January 19, 20 and 21. The event includes activities for children and adults, classes, demonstrations, competitions, merchandise and … Continue reading →

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Winter Music Series at Lakeridge Winery

Posted on December 18, 2012 by john

The Lakeridge Winery in Clermont is sponsoring the Winter Music Series Saturdays during January beginning with Blue Train on the 5th. Old School performs on January 12, followed by BlueStone on the 19th and Tory Wynter on the 26th. Lakeridge wine, beer, … Continue reading →

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Gasparilla Pirates are Invading Tampa Bay

Posted on December 17, 2012 by john

Invading pirates return to Tampa Bay for the annual Gasparilla Pirate Festival on Saturday,  January 26, 2013. Ye Mystic Crewe of Gasparilla will sail into Hillsborough Bay, celebrate with an Invasion Brunch at the Tampa Convention Center, display their treasures … Continue reading →

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Downtown Disney’s Splitsville Opens December 19

Posted on December 16, 2012 by john

The much-anticipated opening of Splitsville is just around the corner. The 30-lane up-scale bowling establishment opens on Wednesday, December 19. The two-level layout offers more than just bowling with five bars, two sushi bars, pool tables, outdoor patio dining, live music, … Continue reading →

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Digital Adventure Theater Opens at Orlando Science Center

Posted on December 15, 2012 by john

Hollywood films and 3-D documentaries will be offered in the new Orlando Science Center theater. The technology promises quality four times better than standard high definition. Upcoming shows include “Star Wars: Episode 1 – The Phantom Menace” which ties in to … Continue reading →

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Your Guide to Springs in Florida

Posted on December 14, 2012 by john

The Orlando Sentinel published a guide to the natural springs in Florida. Included are six springs in the Orlando area: Wekiwa Springs State Park, Rock Springs Run at Kelly Park, Blue Spring State Park, Deleon Springs State Park, Gemini Springs, and … Continue reading →

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