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Here’s a Museum You Can Ride On!

Posted on March 1, 2012 by john

The Florida Railroad Museum offers one and a half hour rides on historic railroad equipment every Saturday and Sunday at 11am to 2pm. The Museum, located in Parrish about halfway between Sarasota and Tampa, opens at 10am and closes at … Continue reading →

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SeaWorld’s Sky Tower Ride is Now Free

Posted on March 1, 2012 by john

Did you ever want to ride the Sky Tower at SeaWorld but objected to paying an additional $4 per person? Well, the management at SeaWorld heard you and the ride is now included in the price of admission. The Sky … Continue reading →

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Last Chance to Enjoy Snow White’s Scary Adventures

Posted on March 1, 2012 by john

Walt Disney World has announced the closing of Snow White’s Scary Adventures on March 31. A featured ride since the park opened in 1971, it will make way for a gathering place to meet Disney princesses called Princess Fairytale Hall. … Continue reading →

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MLB Spring Training Sites in Florida

Posted on February 16, 2012 by john

It’s been a long wait since the final pitch of the 2011 World Series, but Major League Baseball makes its return this month at 14 spring training sites throughout Florida. There are three parks fairly close to our area. These … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ Birthday

Posted on February 16, 2012 by john

On Saturday, February 25, from 10am to3pm, Explorations V Children’s Museum in Lakeland will host a “Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration.” Lots of hands-on activities are planned based on the popular books Green Eggs and Ham and Cat in the Hat. … Continue reading →

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Expo for Quilters Coming to Lakeland

Posted on February 9, 2012 by john

The Original Sewing and Quilt Expo will be at the Lakeland Center February 23-25 to offer classes, displays, contests and shopping for those who love quiltmaking, sewing, embroidery, and related needle arts. The Expo is open each day at 10am … Continue reading →

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Bob the Builder Exhibit at Orlando Science Center

Posted on February 9, 2012 by john

Now through May 13, the Orlando Science Center is presenting “Bob the Builder – Project Build It”, an exhibit featuring hands-on activities for kids. The Center is open daily, except Wednesday, from 10am to 5pm and is located at 777 … Continue reading →

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Flower & Garden Concerts at Disney World

Posted on February 9, 2012 by john

The schedule of Flower Power Concerts presented by Walt Disney World during the 2012 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival has been announced. All concerts are at the American Gardens Theatre on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at 5:15, 6:30 … Continue reading →

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Universal Orlando Introducing Its First Daily Parade

Posted on February 9, 2012 by john

“Superstar Parade”, the first daily parade at Universal Orlando will begin this spring (date to be announced) featuring characters from “Despicable Me”, “Hop”, “SpongeBob Square Pants”, and “Dora the Explorer.” Another new feature this year will be a daily salute … Continue reading →

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Legoland Water Park Opening Date

Posted on February 4, 2012 by john

As mentioned in an earlier post, Legoland will be adding water activities to its Florida theme park in Winter Haven. They have now announced the opening date – Saturday, May 26. The new area will cost an additional $12 and … Continue reading →

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