Author Archives: john

Guess Who’s Coming to the Party

Posted on July 16, 2012 by john

Seven stars of HGTV are coming to the Food & Wine Festival at Epcot this fall. They include: September 28-30 – the season 7 winner of “Design Star” October 5-7 – Casey Anthony from “Design on a Dime” October 12-14 … Continue reading →

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Disney on Ice Coming to Lakeland

Posted on July 15, 2012 by john

Disney on Ice will present “Rockin’ Ever After” at the Lakeland Center at 7:30pm on August 31 and two shows, 3:30 and 7:30pm on September 1. Visit http://disney.go.com/disneyonice/  and http://www.thelakelandcenter.com/x_evt_dtl/18198.aspx for more information.

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It’s Time to Stomp the Grapes

Posted on July 14, 2012 by john

The 18th Annual Harvest Grape Stomp at Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards will be held on August 18 from 10am to 5pm and August 19 from 11am to 5pm. A $2 donation for the Boys and Girls Club includes continuous live … Continue reading →

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Aquatica Offers Swimming Lessons

Posted on July 13, 2012 by john

Aquatica, SeaWorld’s Waterpark, is offering week-long swimming lessons this summer for only $49.99. Each class, taught by American Red Cross certified instructors, is limited to six students and is 45 minutes long. Check it out at http://aquaticabyseaworld.com/CP/?page=SwimmingLessons.

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Air Show to Return to Daytona Beach

Posted on July 11, 2012 by john

Wings and Waves Air Show sponsored by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is returning to Daytona Beach on October 13 & 14. Among the featured performers are the USAF Thunderbirds and the Canadian Forces Snowbirds. The show will be presented along the … Continue reading →

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A Glimpse of a Bygone Era – the Edison & Ford Estates

Posted on July 10, 2012 by john

During the early 1900s, Thomas Edison and Henry Ford relaxed in adjoining winter estates in Fort Myers that are open to the public for a variety of tours through nine historic buildings, 20 acres of botanical gardens and the Estates … Continue reading →

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Party for the Senses at Food & Wine Festival

Posted on July 9, 2012 by john

An item in AllEars, a weekly, electronic newsletter featuring news and information about Walt Disney World, reports that reservations for Party of the Senses and other special programs offered at this fall’s Food & Wine Festival will begin August 14. … Continue reading →

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Freshwater Oasis is Open at Discovery Cove

Posted on July 8, 2012 by john

Discovery Cove in Orlando has announced the opening of its newest section – Freshwater Oasis. According to its website, the attraction features “wading adventures and face-to-face encounters with playful otters and curious marmosets.” Learn more about Freshwater Oasis at http://discoverycove.com/Explore/ExperienceDetail.aspx?name=freshwater+oasis.

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ATTENTION: All You “Swamp People” Fans

Posted on July 7, 2012 by john

RJ & Jay Paul from The TV show Swamp People will be in Lakeland on Friday & Saturday, July 13 & 14, as part of the Southern Trophy Hunters 9th Annual Big Buck Expo at Lakeland Center. The show is … Continue reading →

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Family Days at the Bonnet House Museum & Gardens

Posted on July 6, 2012 by john

Family Fun Days are offered at the Bonnet House Museum and Gardens on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays July through September from 10am to 4pm. Admission is free for children 12 and under and adults are half price for a … Continue reading →

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