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Reflections: Paintings of Florida 1865-1965

Posted on June 25, 2012 by john

The Orlando Museum of Art is currently displaying an exhibit of Florida’s history through paintings from the collection of Cici and Hyatt Brown. The Museum is open Tuesdays through Fridays from 10am to 4pm. For more information, go to www.omart.org.

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Rock the Universe Returns in September

Posted on June 23, 2012 by john

The performers for this Fall’s Christian music festival -Rock the Universe – at Universal Studios Orlando have been announced. Skillet, Newsboys, Jeremy Camp, for KING & COUNTRY, Family Force 5, Robert Pierre, Group 1 Crew, We As Human and Everfound … Continue reading →

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Despicable Me Minion Mayhem Opens July 2

Posted on June 22, 2012 by john

The latest word from Universal Studios says the official date for the opening of Despicable Me Minion Mayhem ride is Monday, July 2. The ride featuring characters from the film Despicable Me starts with recruiting minions and ends with a … Continue reading →

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Red, White and Zoo Week in Tampa

Posted on June 21, 2012 by john

The Lowry Park Zoo in Tampa will celebrate Independence Day by offering free admission to active duty military and reserve members along with three direct dependents from July 1-7. There will also be free ice cream, special activities and promotions … Continue reading →

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Stormchaser Sean Casey at Orlando Science Center

Posted on June 20, 2012 by john

Sean Casey, star of the film Tornado Alley and the TV show Stormchasers!, will appear at the Orlando Science Center at noon on Saturday, June 30 and Sunday, July 1. Casey will introduce the film and be on hand afterwards … Continue reading →

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Daytona Beach Pier Reopens

Posted on June 19, 2012 by john

Daytona Beach Pier, a longtime tourist draw, closed in the fall of 2009 and has now reopened with a new restaurant attraction – Joe’s Crab Shack. The end of the 745-foot pier is open for fishing from 7am to 7pm … Continue reading →

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Medieval Times Offers a New Look

Posted on June 18, 2012 by john

The Theme Park Rangers column in the Orlando Sentinel recently announced a new look to the Medieval Times dinner-show in Kissimmee. Read about the new look at http://blogs.orlandosentinel.com/features_orlando/2012/06/medieval-times-new-show-retains-old-favorites.html. Complete information is available at http://www.medievaltimes.com/. Photo by Dmitri Lytov (Own work) … Continue reading →

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Summer Nights at SeaWorld

Posted on June 18, 2012 by john

Starting June 23 and running through August 12, SeaWorld is presenting Summer Nights, a show that includes Shamu Rocks, Sea Lions Tonight and Reflections, the fireworks and fountains finale. http://seaworldparks.com/en/seaworld-orlando/Events/Summer-Nights

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Happy Fathers Day

Posted on June 17, 2012 by john
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Summer Programs at the Morse Museum

Posted on June 17, 2012 by john

The Morse Museum of American Art is offering Family Tours on Tuesdays from June 19 to July 31 and Friday Family Films on June 29, July 13 and 27 and August 3. The Museum, which has the largest collection of … Continue reading →

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