Monday 28 May 2012

Memorial Day 2012

Today is Memorial Day in the United States of America, when men and women who have given their lives for their country are remembered, look out for military parades to honour them.

Tuesday 3 April 2012

Retiring in Orlando Florida.

If you are thinking of retiring and visited Orlando when the family was younger, why not consider moving to the happy, wonderful, atmosphere of the Orlando area, what a perfect place to settle, relax, and enjoy the warmth and sunshine.

There is a web site with help and advice, a review of the best areas and communities, and a discussion forum.

Please go to… http://www.retireorlando.com/index.html

Tuesday 7 February 2012

Super Bowl Hero at Walt Disney Resort Florida

After the excitement of the Super Bowl 2012. Eli Manning, quarterback of the winning team ‘The New York Giants’ flew off to The Magic Kingdom, WDW Florida to take part in a parade of honour. We found pictures and video coverage at The Disney Parks Blog……

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2012/02/walt-disney-world-resort-parade-celebrates-super-bowl-mvp-eli-manning/

Tuesday 27 December 2011

Kissimmee 5K Race for Healthy Hearts.

The City of Kissimmee is hosting its annual KISS-I-MEE 5K race for promoting heart health on February 11th 2012. The race begins at Toho Square near the Osceola County Courthouse and takes you through historic Kissimmee and past the picturesque Lake Tohopekaliga.

To take part and find more information go to….

http://www.kissimmeemainstreet.com/

Friday 25 November 2011

Auto Show weekend at Orange County Convention Center.

The International Drive Convention Center in Orlando is hosting this holiday weekend the ‘Central Florida International Auto show’.

Open on Thursday November 24th to Sunday November 27th 2011.

Friday and Saturday 10am-10pm.

Sunday10am-5pm. ‘Kids day’ when children under 12 are admitted free when accompanied by an paying adult.

Tuesday 22 November 2011

Family Events at the Orange County History Center Orlando.

Wednesday 30th November 2011. The festive lighting of Heritage Square at 6.15 pm with musical performances, refreshments, crafts, explore the museum and have a visit with Santa.

Saturday December 10th 2011. Family Adventure Day: Drop and Shop.    Leave the children with museum staff chaperones to have an afternoon of craft making and watching movies. Whilst the grown ups do their Christmas shopping.                                 Register and book beforehand.

Sunday December 11th 2011. The museum will be holding ‘The Serious Art of Make-Believe Exhibition’  where the Universal Orlando Resort design team are holding a Meet and Greet session and talking about their exciting art and design work.

The History Center is situated on Central Blvd. Orlando.

For more information go to…http://thehistorycenter.org/education/youth/special

Friday 11 November 2011

Veterans Day Parade in Orlando.

Today is Veterans Day in the United States of America, a day when thoughts are turned to the men and women in the armed forces that have bravely fought around the world past and present.

As a tribute to them there will be a parade on Saturday 12th 2011 at 11.00 a.m. In Downtown Orlando.

For more information go to……..

http://www.cityoforlando.net/executive/communications/events/veterans/