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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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Do You Know What Today Is?

Posted on September 7, 2012 by john

September 7th is “Neither Rain nor Snow Day” celebrating the opening of the New York Post Office building on this day in 1914.

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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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Do You Know What Today Is?

Posted on September 6, 2012 by john

September 6th is “Fight Procrastination Day.” and “Read a Book Day.” Mark Twain said, “Never put off until tomorrow, what you can do today!” Grab that book you’ve been wanting to start and enjoy the day.

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Huge Sendoff Planned For Space Shuttle Endeavour

Posted on September 5, 2012 by john

Space Shuttle Endeavour will leave Kennedy Space Center for the final time on Monday, September 17. The shuttle will be placed on the special NASA 747 that will take it to its final destination at the California Science Center in … Continue reading →

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Ranch Rodeo & Cowboy Heritage Festival

Posted on September 4, 2012 by john

The 2012 Statewide Ranch Rodeo Competition and Cowboy Heritage Festival will be held September 28 & 29 at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee adjacent to the Silver Spurs Arena. Sponsored by the Florida Cattlemen’s Association, the rodeo will feature 16 … Continue reading →

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Have a Wonderful Labor Day

Posted on September 2, 2012 by john

From all of us at Florida’s Best Villas we wish you a wonderful and enjoyable LaborDay!

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Otter Exhibit Opens Today at Central Florida Zoo

Posted on September 1, 2012 by john

The latest addition to the Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens in Sanford includes a pair of North American River Otters and an underwater viewing area of the pond and waterfall. Molly, the female otter, was obtained from the Brookgreen … 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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Easy Day Trips Featuring Animals

Posted on August 30, 2012 by john

According to an article in Timeout: Central Florida Entertainment Guide, there are four attractions easily accessible in Central Florida for wonderful animal encounters. They are Giraffe Ranch in Dade City, the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Gatorland in Orlando, and Lion Country … Continue reading →

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