Category Archives: Beyond Orlando

That’s Right! Springsteen is coming to Tampa

Posted on January 25, 2012 by john

As part of their 2012 “Wrecking Ball” world tour, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will appear at Tampa Bay Times Forum on Friday, March 23. Tickets go on sale 11am Saturday, January 28, at the Forum ticket office, … Continue reading →

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Ever Been to a Pig Fest?

Posted on January 17, 2012 by john

Now’s your chance! The Annual Lakeland Pig Fest features lots of live music and over 150 teams competing to create the best of barbeque dishes. The event opens at 5:30pm on Friday, January 27 and 10am on Saturday, the 28th … Continue reading →

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Something for Everyone at the Lakeland Farmer’s Market

Posted on January 17, 2012 by john

The Downtown Farmer’s Curb Market has 35 – 40 vendors offering lots of special items from food products to toys to jewelry and more! Located at the corner of East Pine Street and North Kentucky Avenue in Lakeland, the market … Continue reading →

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Get Ready for the 2012 Florida State Fair

Posted on January 17, 2012 by john

The 2012 Florida State Fair will be held February 9 – 20 at the State Fairgrounds in Tampa. Get all the information on tickets, concerts, directions and special events at http://www.floridastatefair.com/home

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An Exhibit of “Surface Effects” at Polk Museum of Art

Posted on January 11, 2012 by john

On January 28, the Polk Museum of Art will open an exhibit called “Surface Effects” that will explore the illusion of giving a two-dimensional artwork the appearance of three dimensions. The exhibit will run through April 21 in the Perkins … Continue reading →

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Kevin Costner & Modern West Coming to Lakeland

Posted on January 11, 2012 by john

On March 28, Hollywood actor Kevin Costner and Modern West will bring country music to the Lakeland Center in a performance at 8pm. Tickets go on sale January 20. More information is available at http://www.thelakelandcenter.com/x_evt_dtl/21283.aspx. Photo by Brennan Schnell  

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Indoor Football in Lakeland Begins in March

Posted on January 11, 2012 by john

The Lakeland Raiders, a member of the Ultimate Indoor Football League, will open its 2012 season on Saturday, March 10, against the Rome Rampage from Rome Georgia. Kick-off is at 7:15pm in the Jenkins Arena at the Lakeland Center. Their … Continue reading →

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New Theme Park Attractions for 2012

Posted on December 26, 2011 by john

There is always something new to attract our attention to central Florida’s theme parks and 2012 looks to be extra special as major overhauls and new features are being introduced. “Iceploration” a 30-minute permanent ice show will open at Busch … Continue reading →

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Strawberry Festival Concerts Announced

Posted on November 15, 2011 by john

                    The 77th Annual Florida Strawberry Festival will be celebrated in Plant City from March 1 -11. In addition to the carnival rides, agricultural and commercial displays and a never-ending supply … Continue reading →

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Former Polk County Ranch Becomes Nature Reserve

Posted on November 1, 2011 by john

Polk County recently opened Marshall Hampton Reserve, 1,173 acres of wildlife and natural beauty, near Thornhill Road and County Road 540 in Polk County. There is no admission to enjoy the two unpaved trails: the 3.5 mile Acorn Hammock Trail … Continue reading →

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