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Live at the Gardens: The Friends of Jazz

Posted on May 24, 2012 by john

Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales presents “The Friends of Jazz” as part of its summer music series at 7:30pm on Saturday, June 23. Admission is $20 or $40 for dinner and the concert. The Friends of Jazz is a … Continue reading →

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Photo Exhibit Explores Interstate 4

Posted on May 24, 2012 by john

Photographer Sherri Bunye’s exhibit at the Orange County Regional History Center – FloridaScapes: I-4 – The Exits Less Traveled -  focuses on the Orlando/Sanford area of Interstate 4. The show continues through September 9. http://www.thehistorycenter.org. Photo by Ebyabe.

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Ghosts Lurking in Ybor City?

Posted on May 24, 2012 by john

The Ybor City area of Tampa is famous for its cigar-making history that began in the 1880s and is now designated a National Historic Landmark District. One of its attractions is the Official Ghost Tour scheduled every evening or by … Continue reading →

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Discovery Cove Offers Bonus Passes

Posted on May 24, 2012 by john

Guests at Discovery Cove now get passes to visit both SeaWorld and Aquatica as part of their admission and for an additional $20 the pass includes Busch Gardens in Tampa. http://www.discoverycove.com/

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Summer Movie Series at the Garden Theatre

Posted on May 24, 2012 by john

The Garden Theatre in Winter Garden has announced the lineup of films for its Summer Movie Series. Described as vintage, cult or micro-budget, the films are shown every Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7pm from June to September. The Thursday … Continue reading →

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Looking Forward to the New Fantasyland?

Posted on May 24, 2012 by john

Disneyworld’s expansion of Fantasyland is moving right along and the second half of Dumbo the Flying Elephant and the Casey Jr. Splash ‘n’ Soak Station is opening in July. Later this year, probably around the holidays, Under the Sea – … Continue reading →

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Crawfish Festival is Sunday, May 27

Posted on May 20, 2012 by john

The 16th Annual Crawfish Festival takes place in Heritage Square Park in Orlando on Sunday, May 27, from 2-10pm. This popular young-adult event features 3,000 pounds of crawfish and lots of entertainment. A portion of the proceeds will be donated … Continue reading →

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Retro Game Night at the History Center

Posted on May 17, 2012 by john

The Orange County Regional History Center is again sponsoring its popular Retro Game Night on Friday, June 1, from 7pm to midnight for those 18 and older. Return to those memorable times playing Battleship, Candy Land, Chinese Checkers, Clue, Mystery … Continue reading →

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Night of Joy at the Magic Kingdom

Posted on May 17, 2012 by john

Walt Disney World has announced the performers for the 30th edition of Night of Joy in September. The Christian-music event takes place from 7:30pm to 1am on September 7-8 and requires a special ticket. Chris Tomlin, Casting Crowns, Francesca Battistelli, … Continue reading →

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“Eat to the Beat” Performers Announced by Disney

Posted on May 17, 2012 by john

Performers for the 2012 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival have been announced by Walt Disney World. Concerts are presented every evening at the American Gardens Theatre and are included in the regular admission. The schedule is Sept. 28-30: Night … Continue reading →

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