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Launches Scheduled at Kennedy Space Center

Posted on June 16, 2012 by john

The era of the Space Shuttles may have ended at the Kennedy Space Center, but there is still lots going on. The Visitor Center continues to be a major attraction on the Space Coast and on Monday, June 18, an … Continue reading →

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Sounds Like Summer at Epcot Gardens Theatre

Posted on June 16, 2012 by john

The Sounds Like Summer concert series at Epcot is underway and continues through July 28. The series features entertainers paying tribute to popular artists. The schedule includes The Ultimate Billy Joel Experience June 18-23, a tribute to the Bee Gees … Continue reading →

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Florida To Be Represented at 2012 Food & Wine Festival

Posted on June 4, 2012 by john

The 2012 Food and Wine Festival at Epcot begins September 28 and runs until November 12 making it the longest festival in the 17 years it has been presented – 46 days. For the first time, the state of Florida … Continue reading →

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Lots of Independence Day Celebrations in Central Florida

Posted on June 3, 2012 by john

Check out this website for all the info you need to plan your Fourth of July activities in our area: http://orlando.about.com/od/seasonalevents/a/July4th_2.htm

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Have You Tried Ice Skating in Florida?

Posted on June 2, 2012 by john

The Lakeland Center offers Public Ice Skating from July 3-15 for only $5 with your own skates. For hours and more information for lots of family fun check http://www.thelakelandcenter.com/x_evt_dtl/21637.aspx

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22nd Annual Harvest Festival at Lakeridge Winery

Posted on June 1, 2012 by john

Lakeridge Winery in Clermont has announced its 22nd Annual Harvest Festival on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, June 22-24. The festival includes over 80 artisans presenting arts and crafts, live music and refreshments available for purchase. Winery tours and tastings are … Continue reading →

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Justin Bieber is Coming to Orlando

Posted on June 1, 2012 by john

Justin Bieber will perform in concert at the Amway Center in Orlando at 7pm on Friday, January 25, 2013. Tickets for the show go on sale this Saturday, June 2, at 10am. Check availability at http://www.stubhub.com/justin-bieber tickets/?gcid=C12289x486&pgeo=663&keyword=35844110&creative=13283154875

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Leu Gardens Free For Dads on June 17

Posted on May 29, 2012 by john

June 17 is Fathers Day and The Harry P. Leu Gardens is offering free admission on that day for all dads. This 50-acre botanical garden is a wonderful place to spend the day with your family. http://www.leugardens.org/

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Time to Cowboy Up in Kissimmee

Posted on May 27, 2012 by john

The 129th edition of the Silver Spurs Rodeo is scheduled for 7:30pm Friday and Saturday, June 1 & 2, at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee. Tickets are $15 and children 10 and under get in free. www.silverspursrodeo.com.

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Last Days for Snow White’s Scary Adventures

Posted on May 26, 2012 by john

According to an article in the Orlando Sentinel, Snow White’s Scary Adventures will end on Thursday, May 31. The popular attraction is one of the original rides in the Magic Kingdom. The area will be redone as Princess Fairytale Hall, … Continue reading →

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