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Kissimmee 5K Race for Healthy Hearts.

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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/

Auto Show weekend at Orange County Convention Center.

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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.

Family Events at the Orange County History Center Orlando.

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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

Veterans Day Parade in Orlando.

2011-11-11T02:09:00.001-08:00

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/

Downtown Kissimmee’s Festival of Light Parade December 2011.

2011-11-04T05:09:00.001-07:00

Kissimmee Florida will be holding the ‘Festival of Lights Holiday Parade’ on Saturday 10th December, bringing the community together, inviting groups, citizens and businesses to take part.

There will be floats decorated with the theme ‘Santa’s Workshop’ street performers, costumes and an evening planned with fun filled activities.

The parade begins at 6.00pm.

Clocks go back in the USA. November 6th 2011.

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In Orlando and the rest of the United States the clocks go back an hour to Standard time this week-end. Sunday November 6th at 2 a.m. in the morning.

Music Festival Week-End at Citrus Bowl Orlando Florida.

2011-10-25T04:00:00.001-07:00

A music festival will be held at the Citrus Bowl in Orlando Florida this coming November. ‘Orlando calling’, the launch of this new event will be drawing in headliners such as Bob Seger, Kid Rock, The Killers, The Pixies, The Roots and many more well known artists playing R&B, Country, Rock, Alternative, Folk etc.

The dates for this weekend music celebration are November 12th 2011 to November 13th 2011.

If more information is needed please go to…http://www.orlandocalling.com/

Legoland opening in Florida.

2011-10-11T03:48:00.001-07:00

A reminder that the new ‘Legoland Florida’ will be opening 15th October 2011.

It is located at Winter Haven Florida, which is 45 minutes away from The Orlando theme parks or from Tampa.

Today is World Smile Day. Friday October 7th 2011.

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In downtown Orlando in front of The Orange County History Center, Free snow cones will be given out to make you SMILE.

Friday October 7th. 2011 from 11.30am to 2.00pm

‘Walgreens Orlando International Dragon Boat Festival’ at Downtown Disney.

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Downtown Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex will be hosting the ‘Walgreens Orlando International Dragon Boat Festival’ on Saturday 15th October 2011. The event begins at 8.00am.until 4.30pm.

For more information please go to… http://espnwwos.disney.go.com/events/more/international-dragon-boat-festival/

Celebrity Mascot Charity Event at Orlando’s Amway Center Florida.

2011-07-27T02:55:00.001-07:00

In Orlando there is a charity event at the Amway Center Friday July 29th and Saturday July 30th. It starts at the Stetson University on Thursday July 28th, and is called the Celebrity Mascot Games it is an annual event where 30 sports mascots ranging from American Football League and League Baseball gather from around the country to compete in gladiator type games. Proceeds will go to the charity ‘New Hope For Kids’ which is based in Orlando.

For more information go to……

http://www.mascotgames.org/index.html

American Independence Day Celebration Wishes.

2011-07-04T04:16:00.001-07:00

‘Happy July 4th’to all our American readers.

To our other readers visiting, have a great day and enjoy the fireworks!!

Kennedy Space Center Florida/Shuttle Endeavour Launch.

2011-05-10T03:48:00.001-07:00

NASA have announced that the delayed launch of the space shuttle Endeavour at Kennedy Space Center Florida, has been re-scheduled to Monday May 16th 2011. The engineers have been working on the problem which caused the delay and are happy with their results.

For info. on routes to The Kennedy Space Center from your location in and around Orlando go to….http://www.orlando-maps.info/locations/

Locations Offering Free Wifi Access in Kissimmee Florida.

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For information on where you can obtain free internet/Wifi access when staying in or nearby Kissimmee go to http://www.visitkissimmee.com/leisure/area-info/libraries--internet-access/

Obtained from the Kissimmee Convention and Visitors Bureau website.

Earth Day in Orlando.

2011-04-19T07:08:00.001-07:00

Earth day Celebrations in Orlando include ‘Party for the planet at Disney’s Animal Kingdom’ April 22nd 9am to 3pm.

At Universal Orlando special events with the theme of conserving the environment will be held around the park through the week starting 17th April 2011 to April 24th 2011.

At Lake Eola Orlando ‘Central Florida Earth Day’ will be an organised free event on April 23rd 2011.

‘The Great American Pie Festival’ will be once again held in Celebration Florida on April 9th and 10th 2011.

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Pie lovers will gather from around the country to bake, compete and taste award winning treats, children can also take part in activities and competitions.

It is a free event, but if you want to enjoy The Never Ending Buffet there will be a charge of $10 for adults $5 for children.

The Location is Lakeside Park, Celebration.

Opening times

11.00am-7.00pm on Saturday April 9th 2011

12.00pm-5.00pm on Sunday April 10th 2011

More information can be found at…….

http://www.piecouncil.org/Events/NationalPieChampionships/

Amtrak Station in Kissimmee near Walt Disney World

2011-03-22T05:20:00.001-07:00

Kissimmee Florida has a quaint Amtrak station amidst the hustle and bustle of downtown Kissimmee. It is on the Silver Service and Palmetto line travelling from New York to Florida.

From here you can get a taxi to take you to Walt Disney World approx. 15miles away and there are many hotels in the area.

Kissimmee is a vibrant shopping and re-creational city.

The station is on East Dakin Street Kissimmee, it is open 10.00am-6.15pm daily and has an enclosed waiting area and rest rooms.

Ride Re-opens after New years day fire at Universal Orlando Florida.

2011-03-18T04:33:00.001-07:00

A ride has been re-opened at Universal Islands of Adventure after closure due to a fire on New Years day.

The water flume ride Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls is now operating again after it was evacuated because of a fire.

The Orlando Fire Dept. made the area safe and there were no injuries.

After two months maintenance work on the ride it is now safely up and running.

The Florida Department of Transportation Info.

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When visiting Florida you can check beforehand if there are any transportation projects coming up, traffic alerts, lane closures and other information needed when driving.

Go to….http://www.trans4mation.org/default.aspx

Entertainment Near Orlando Theme Parks

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If you want a taste of something other than the Theme Parks near Orlando there is a lot of entertainment on offer, at Universal City Walk for instance, you will find shops, restaurants, cinemas, concert venues, street performers, nightclubs:-

Hard Rock Café

Hard Rock Live

Nascar sports Grille

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.Restaurant and Market

Red Coconut Club

Emeril’s restaurant Orlando

Pastamore

Pat O’Brien’s

Latin Quarter

Jimmy Buffet’s Margritaville

The Grove

NBA City

Citywalk’s Rising Star

AMC Universal Cineplex 20

Bob Marley-A tribute to Freedom

Blue Man Group

Downtown Disney has entertainment of all kinds for the family

House of Blues

Cirque du Solell’s La Nouba

AMC 24 Theatres Complex

DisneyQuest Indoor Interactive Theme park

Wolfgang Puck Café

Bongo’s Cuban Café

Planet Hollywood

Raglan Road-Irish Pub

Characters in Flight-Balloon

Lego Imagination Centre

Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique-Princess Makeovers

World of Disney- Disney Merchandise

Once Upon a Toy

T-Rex- Eating, Shopping and Family Interactive Adventure

And at Disney Boardwalk, shopping music, dancing and even an art gallery…..

Atlantic Dance Hall-Nightclub for over 21’s

Big River Grille and Brewing Works

Flying Fish Café-Watch the meal being prepared

Jelly Rolls –Piano bar, over 21’s

Screen Door General Stores- Souvenirs and Goods

Boardwalk Character Carnival-Disney Houseware Merchandise

Wyland Galleries-Art Gallery

Thimbles and Threads-Clothes

ESPN Club Entertainment Dining and Store-Eat, Shop and Watch Sport.

Don’t forget Golf, Miniature Golf, Water parks, Horse riding, Tennis, Water sports, Spa’s, Museums.

If you need more information on these please ask on our Question and Answers link

http://orlandoqna.blogspot.com/

Wishing Orlando Visitors and Residents a Happy New Year.

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Even though it is the busiest time of the year and things may take a little longer to achieve, it is the most spectacular and enjoyable time to be in Orlando. A time for making many happy and lasting memories.

We wish you a very Happy New Year and enjoyable 2011.

Christmas fun at SeaWorld Orlando Florida includes a number of activities

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THE POLAR EXPRESS EXPERIENCE

WINTER WONDERLAND ON ICE

SHAMU CHRISTMAS

A SESAME CHRISTMAS

CLYDE AND SEAMORE’S COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS

SEA OF TREES

FIREWORKS AND FOUNTAINS FINALE

December through to Jan. 2nd 2011 for more information go to:- http://seaworldchristmascelebration.com/Orlando/

Universal Studios Orlando at Christmas

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MACY’S HOLIDAY PARADE and GRINCHMAS SHOW

December 4th 2010 until January 2011

Orlando Christmas at Walt Disney World

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Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World, Orlando

MICKEY’S VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS PARTY

December 2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 10, 12, 14, 16, 17, & 19, 2010

Epcot Walt Disney World, Orlando

CANDLELIGHT PROCESSION

November 26th to December 30th 2010

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

THE OSBORNE FAMILY SPECTACLE OF LIGHTS

November 2010 to January 3rd 2011

Disney’s parades

From November 2010 to January 3rd 2011

Animal Kingdom

MICKEY’S JINGLE JUNGLE

Magic Kingdom

MICKEY’S VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS PARADE

Epcot celebrates

HOLIDAYS AROUND THE WORLD

November 2010 to December 30th 2010

Downtown Disney

FESTIVAL OF THE SEASONS

Meet Santa in his Chalet.

November 2010 to December 24th 2010

Downtown Celebration

‘SNOW’

November 2010 to December 31st.2010

‘ICE’ at Gaylord Palms Resort!

2010-11-23T04:13:00.001-08:00

At Gaylord Palms Resort twenty minutes from Orlando International airport and five minutes from Walt Disney World you can witness a spectacular Christmas Wonderland, visit the holiday scenes carved from ice, ice sculptures made by artisans from china, ice slides 30feet tall, Christmas trees with amazing lighting and a story theme from the classic ‘Twas the night before Christmas’

Open daily from November 2010 to January 2011

Booking a ticket in advance is recommended.

Thanksgiving Day

2010-11-15T04:27:00.001-08:00

Thanksgiving Day is celebrated this year November 25^th 2010.

This historic event began as a religious celebration to give thanks to God by the original Pilgrims in the year 1621. After the United States had gained independence it then became an annual event.

The first feast included turkey, venison, fowl, fish, lobster, corn, pumpkin, squash, fruit, berries, and pumpkin.

The celebration also remembers the native Indians that helped teach the pilgrims how to cook and survive.

Nowadays Thanksgiving is a time spent with family and friends, feasting on a different variety of rich food, a time of feasting and enjoyment and ‘thankfulness’

Veterans Day Orlando Florida

2010-11-09T04:25:00.001-08:00

For news on what’s happening for Veterans Day in Orlando go to:- http://www.cityoforlando.net/executive/communications/events/veterans/index.htm

Epcot International Food and Wine Festival

2010-11-02T05:55:00.001-07:00

There is still time to visit this culinary festival which is open until November 14^th 2010.

At Epcot theme park WDW Florida.

For more information:- http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/special-events/epcot-international-food-and-wine-festival/

American Pie.

2010-02-02T04:32:00.001-08:00

The Great American Pie Festival is being held at Celebration on Saturday April 24^th to Sunday April 25^th 2010.

An award ceremony will take place for the ‘National Pie Championship 2010’ and the award-winning pies will be showcased in Celebration at the event.

For more information:- www.piecouncil.org.

Kissimmee Trying New Eco-friendly Pavement.

2010-01-25T06:32:00.001-08:00

Kissimmee are trying out a new eco-friendly ‘permeable paving’ mixture at the exit driveway behind the Kissimmee civic centre. It is the first city in Central Florida to use this method.

For more info. Go to http://www.kissimmee.org/

A New Year message

2010-01-04T02:47:00.001-08:00

Happy New Year to all in Orlando and all our readers everywhere, wishing you a happy and prosperous year ahead.

‘Thanksgiving Day’ November 26th 2009

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To all our readers,

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving Day.

Veterans Day

2009-11-11T04:40:00.001-08:00

Today is Veterans Day in the USA.

On Saturday November 14^th10am-12pm there will be a Parade in Downtown Orlando to commemorate this day. The parade and Gasparilla floats will feature members of active military and will start from Orange Ave. and Livingston Street. It is hosted by Mayor Buddy Dyer and the Mayors Veterans advisory council.

Festival of Trees

2009-11-06T02:42:00.001-08:00

The Orlando Museum of Art will be holding its annual ‘Festival of Trees’.

From November 14^th 2009-November 22^nd 2009.

Halloween Celebrations in Orlando

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Here are a few events happening in Orlando for Halloween.

Starting with scary fun and frolics for older children and grown ups. Universal is holding it’s ‘Halloween Horror' nights for excitement, shock and horror. http://www.halloweenhorrornights.com/orlando/eventinfo.html

Or for a milder scare the Disney way, check out http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/wdwi/en_GB/parks/specialEvents?id=MickeysNotSoScaryHalloweenPartySpecialEventPage for spooky costumes, trick or treat, Mickey Mouse fun and fireworks.

SeaWorld also has seasonal events for all the family. http://www.seaworldspooktacular.com/swfspook.html

Green Meadows petting farm in Kissimmee has a special ‘fall’ theme, where children can pick their own pumpkin. http://www.greenmeadowsfarm.com/

Guide lines on safe driving

2009-09-21T06:31:00.001-07:00

The Interstate 4 Information Office offer safety tips found at……http://enews.global-5.com/T4Article.aspx?AID=12659

Plans for New Osceola Park I-4 Interchange

2009-09-04T02:57:00.001-07:00

A meeting to learn about the plans to improve traffic flow on the Interstate 4. on Tuesday Sept.15th 2009.

Information sourced at the I-4 public Information Office.

http://enews.global-5.com/T4Article.aspx?AID=12655

A New Highway Law

2009-08-31T03:56:00.001-07:00

A new law has been passed called the ‘Move over Law’ to keep law enforcement officers and emergency responders safe on the highways of Florida

Wearing seat belts law

2009-07-14T01:51:00.001-07:00

A new law has come into place in Florida for police to give tickets to a driver, if him or his passenger are not wearing a seat belt.

The law came into effect June 30^th2009.

Any passengers under 18 years must also wear a seat belt anywhere in the vehicle. Children 4 to 5 years must be in a suitable seat with seat belt, 3 years and younger must be in an approved device.

Safe driving and ‘Buckle Up’.

Princess Diana Exhibition

2009-07-07T03:25:00.001-07:00

‘The People’s Princess Charitable Foundation, inc.’ is holding

an exhibition on the life of Princess Diana.

Opening July 2009 at Downtown Disney.

For more information go to http://ow.ly/eEnP

The Re-opening of the Hall of Presidents

2009-07-06T06:17:00.001-07:00

Walt Disney World has re-opened the Hall of Presidents, having been closed for a short while to get ready to welcome ‘President Barack Obama’, this amazing robotic exhibition was launched on July 4^th2009.

It has a lifelike Audio-Animatronics figures of all U.S presidents.

Independence Day.

2009-07-04T07:43:00.001-07:00

*Happy July 4^th*to all our American readers.

To our other readers visiting, have a great day and enjoy the fireworks!!

July 4th Celebrations

2009-06-23T01:35:00.001-07:00

There will be many Celebrations in Orlando on July 4th to celebrate Independence Day.

Below are just a few.

The City of Kissimmee is holding a free party at Lakefront Park from 5.00 to 9.30pm.

More information can be found at http://www.kissimmee.org/ch_dept_parks.aspx?id=412

At the Theme Parks:-

Disney’s Magic Kingdom…A special “Concert in the Sky” at 9.oopm followed by the nightime parade “SpectroMagic” at 10.30pm.

Epcot….A special holiday inspired theme will be running through the day, and there will be added extras to the illuminations ‘Reflections of the Earth’.

Hollywood Studios….will have a special American feel to it during the day and at night there will be special fireworks at 9.00pm.

Downtown Disney....Fireworks at 10.30pm.

Universal. ...are hosting a 4th July special Cinesphere show starting at 10pm. The park has an extended opening until 11.00pm.

CityWalk…Has an American theme running through the day, with a barbecue at 5pm to 9pm. An all American Celebration.

Gatorland are giving discount tickets to locals.

2009-06-12T05:06:00.001-07:00

Attention all Florida residents who need a fun day out,

Gatorland are offering a huge discount to local people in June and July 2009.

For more information go to: http://gatorland.com/blogs/specials/

Manta.

2009-05-29T04:00:00.001-07:00

Only at SeaWorld Orlando.

A lot of people have been waiting for the new thrilling roller coaster at SeaWorld Orlando.

It is now open!

Go and enjoy!

More information can be found at http://www.seaworld.com/orlando/

Theme Park Tickets available from our page - http://www.orlando-maps.info/tickets/orderform.htm

Florida’s Music Festival 2009

2009-05-12T02:08:00.001-07:00

Orlando is holding its 8^th annual ‘Florida Music Festival’ on May 13^th to 16^th 2009.

Many artists will be performing from all around the country.

A music conference also runs in conjunction with the festival.

Held at downtown Orlando.

More info. Can be found at…http://www.floridamusicfestival.com/the-festival/

Conference at Orange County Convention Center

2009-05-08T05:13:00.001-07:00

Green Cities™ Florida 2009

Are holding a two day conference at The Orange County Convention Center, Orlando Florida. On May 20^th-21^st 2009.

Offering courses, discussions, workshops, involvement with community and education, solutions showcase. Professional and social networking opportunities and more.

More information can be found at

http://greencities.com/usa/florida/orlando/2009

New I-4 intersection designs previewed

2009-04-17T02:30:00.001-07:00

FDOT-The Florida Department of Transportation have unveiled plans for new single point urban interchanges [SPUI] on Interstate 4.

See here at Trans4Mation for the story - Increasing Efficiency at I-4 Interchanges

Florida’s Parks Are Still Popular For Vacationers

2009-04-14T06:48:00.001-07:00

It’s comforting to know that in these hard times of recession, holidaymakers are still flocking to Walt Disney World, Universal, and SeaWorld Florida.

Over the Easter period crowds of people are reported to have visited the parks. Normally this is the busiest time but under these economic circumstances one would have thought the numbers would be down!

Easter in Orlando

2009-03-24T05:31:00.001-07:00

If you are lucky enough to be in Orlando at the Spring break, here are a few Easter events that are taking place.

Flamingo Gardens is holding an orchid show and sale, Saturday April 11^th and Sunday April 12^th 2009 at the 60 acre botanical gardens. There are native wildlife exhibits with panthers, bobcats, otters, and alligators. An aviary, with birds of prey, golden and bald eagles. Don’t forget your camera because the Easter bunny will be there.

More info at http://www.flamingogardens.org/events.htm

At Disney’s Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival they are holding many events and activities including, discovering how you can create an easy environmentally friendly garden. ‘Green Garden’ found adjacent to the Morocco Pavilion.

March 18, 2009-May31, 2009

More information at http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/special-events/epcot-international-flower-and-garden-festival/

And http://allears.net/tp/ep/flogar.htm

Some of the Disney hotels offer egg hunts, etc to their guests. If you are staying at a Disney hotel, enquire at the front desk when you arrive.

Religious services are held on Easter Sunday in the Fantasia Ballroom at the Contemporary Resort. Catholic Mass is held at 8:00 am and 10:15 am. A Protestant service is held at 9:00 am.

You are not allowed to park at the Contemporary for these services.

You need to either take a monorail or a boat to the Contemporary Resort.

Some Hotels will be laying on special Easter egg events, check with your Hotel for information.

The Nickelodeon Family Suites is holding an EGGstravaganza in the Mall with

Nickelodeon Characters giving out candy and toy-filled Easter Eggs. It’s free and open to the public, happening on April 12, 2009.

More info at http://www.nickhotel.com/nick_hotel_events/index.cfm

If you want to spend time at the beach, just a short drive away is the wonderful Cocoa beach where ‘Ron Jon Surf Shop’ has an annual Easter tradition where some of the world’s best surfers compete at the Cocoa Beach Pier. This year’s festival features prizes from all ages and genders, including a $5,000 Men’s Longboard Pro/Am, Women’s $1,000 Longboard Pro/Am and a $500 Amateur Shortboard Competition for both boys and girls.

More info at http://www.eastersurffest.com/

Look out for Easter bunnies in shopping malls although the Malls may be closed Easter Sunday.

Music

2009-03-03T02:40:00.001-08:00

MUSIC

Here are a few music events that are happening around the Orlando area

VENUE: House of Blues Lake Buena Vista, Orlando

EVENT: Willie Nelson with Jamey Johnson

DATE: 13th March 2009

INFORMATION: http://www.hob.com/tickets/

VENUE: Orange County Convention Centre

EVENT: National Philharmonic of Russia

DATE: 4th April 2009

INFORMATION: http://www.festivaloforchestras.org/season/

VENUE: The Hard Rock Café Universal Drive

EVENT: Cheech and Chong

DATE: 5TH APRIL 2009

INFORMATION: http://www.hardrock.com/live2/live.asp

VENUE: Tiedtke Concert Hall

EVENT: Carnival of the Animals /Fred Rogers Family Series

DATE: 25th April 2009

INFORMATION: http://www.bachfestivalflorida.org/

VENUE: Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre

EVENT: Orlando Ballet presents Romeo & Juliet / With Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra

DATE: Friday, May 1st to Sunday, May 3rd 2009
INFORMATION: http://orlandoballet.org

Organic Solutions To Make Gardening and Landscaping Eco-Friendly

2009-02-23T06:56:00.001-08:00

‘Ecocentric Solutions’ sounds a good way of moving forward to make gardening and landscaping eco-friendly. Their web-site is under construction at the moment but information can be found at:- http://www.ecocentricsolutions.com/

Expected Launch Of Space Shuttle

2009-02-23T05:07:00.001-08:00

The space shuttle Discovery is due to launch on Feb.27th, at Kennedy Space Centre on it’s mission to The International Space Station.

It has been delayed, but hopefully this launch will take place.

More info:-http://www.kennedyspacecenter.com/events.

American Idol Experience: Along The 'Blue Carpet'

2009-02-17T02:21:00.001-08:00

Disney’s Hollywood Studios hosts the Grand Opening of The American Idol Experience.

Found at WESH.com here…

ESPN The Weekend

2009-02-16T04:15:00.001-08:00

From February 27^thto March1st 2009. Walt Disney’s Hollywood Studios is hosting an event called ESPN The Weekend, Sports stars will be attending and mixing with the crowd, and to add to the fun there will be an interactive sports zone and of course your favourite Disney Characters.

For more information go to -http://espn.go.com/espntheweekend/

Golfing Event being held for St. Jude Children's Hospital, Cancer Research Centre.

2009-02-13T04:53:00.001-08:00

Universal Orlando Resort presents a Celebrity Golfing event at Orlando's Mystic Dunes Golf Club on Monday March 16th.
A total of 32 teams will compete in the tournament.
Former MLB, NFL players will take part in the event.
Celebrities Derrick Brooks, Phil Niekro, Bill "Maz" Mazeroski, Jim McMahon and others will be participating.

On Sunday March 15th from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. there will be a welcome reception and pairing party held at the Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando.

The event will raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, cancer research centre.

Information found at :- http://orlando.golfersguide.com/orlando-golf/golf-news/former-mlb-nfl-players-to-participate-in-inaugural-celebrity-shootout-at-mystic-dunes-golf-club.html

Music Events

2009-02-06T09:54:00.001-08:00

Here are a few music events that are happening around the Orlando area
VENUE: Performing Arts Centre Livingston St.Orlando,
EVENT: The Festival of Orchestras: The Boston Pops, Conductor Keith Lockhart
Date: March 8th 2009
Information: http://www.festivaloforchestras.org/season/

VENUE: House of Blues, Lake Buena Vista, Orlando
EVENT: Orlando Rocks: Javier Productions Presents, Puerto Rican Power Con Invitado Especial, Ismael, Miranda and Tony Tun Tun.
Date: February 13th 2009
Information: http://www.hob.com/tickets/

VENUE: The Hard Rock Café Universal Drive
EVENT: Gypsy Kings
Date: 11th February 2009
EVENT: Morrisey
Date: 1st March 2009
Information: http://www.hardrock.com/live2/live.asp

VENUE: Rollins College, Winter Park, Florida
EVENT: Rossini Weekend. The Bach Festival Society and Orlando Opera are performing.
Date: 21st February
Information: http://www.bachfestivalflorida.org/

VENUE: Amway Arena Florida
EVENT: An evening with Fleetwood Mac [More info: http://www.fleetwoodmac.com/ ]
Date: 20th April 2009
Information: http://orlandovenues.net/

Sport Events

2009-02-06T09:52:00.001-08:00

If you require sport event information in Orlando, here is a taste of what’s on offer in February:-

Wednesday Feb. 11th 2009
Sport: Basketball. Magic vs. Denver
Place: Amway Arena
Time: 1 day
More Info: www.orlandomagic.com

Friday Feb. 13th 2009
Sport: Baseball. USSSA Presidents Day Challenge III
Place: Sleepy Hollow Sports Complex
Time: 3 days
More Info: www.orlandosports.org

Friday Feb. 13th 2009
Sport: Auto Racing. NextEra Energy Resources 250 Camping World Truck race
Place:Daytona International Speedway
Time: for 1 day
More info: www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com

Saturday Feb. 14th.2009
Sport: Baseball. USSSA 1st Annual President's Day Games
Place:Seminole County Softball Complex
Time: 2 days
More info: www.orlandosports.org

Sunday Feb. 15th 2009
Sport: Triathlon. Florida's Great Escape Triathlon
Place: Lake Louisa State Park
Time:1 day
More info: www.orlandosports.org

Saturday Feb. 14th 2009
Sport:Soccer.Disney's President's Day Soccer Festival
Place: Disney’s Wide World of Sports
Time:2 days
More info: http://disneyworldsports.disney.go.com

If you want more information on specific events, click on Question and Answers http://orlandoqna.blogspot.com/

Orlando is the place to make dreams happen.

2009-01-26T01:44:00.001-08:00

A Contestant on the B.B.C. National Lottery show ‘In It to Win It’ called Toni Cox, had Britain glued to the TV on Saturday night. He answered all the correct answers and won ‘one hundred thousand pounds’.

Before his last question, he stated that his ten grandchildren would be sitting in front of their TV’s at home willing him to win so they could all go to Orlando for a holiday.

More dreams fulfilled.!!

Sports

2009-01-19T07:24:00.001-08:00

If you require sport event information in Orlando, here is a taste of what’s on offer for January:-

Thursday Jan. 22^nd, 2009
Sport: Basketball Orlando Magic v.s Boston Celtics
Place: Amway Arena.
Time: 8.00 PM
More info: : www.orlandomagic.com

Friday Jan. 23^rd 2009
Sport: Fishing Crappie Masters Tournament
Place: Hickory Point
Time: for 2 days
More info: www.orlandosports.org

Friday Jan. 23^rd 2009
Sport: Baseball
Place: Sleepy Hollow Sports Complex
Time: for 3 days
More info: www.orlandosports.org

Friday 30^th Jan. 2009
Sport: Lacrosse
Place: Disney’s Wide World of Sports
Time: January 30^th – February 1^stMore info: www.uslacrosse.org/events

January 30^thSport:: Dance National Dance Team Championships
Place: Disney’s Wide World of Sports
Time: January 30^th-February 1^stMore info: www.uda.varsity.com

If you want more information on specific events, click on Question and Answers http://orlandoqna.blogspot.com/

Find your Way At MCO

2009-01-09T06:32:00.001-08:00

At Orlando International airport they have produced a very informative ‘Wayfinder’ map to help you find your way around.

Check it out at: http://www.orlandoairports.net/ops/term.htm

Visual Art Exhibition

2009-01-06T04:51:00.001-08:00

At the Orange County Regional History Centre Orlando, there is a photograph exhibition of a 70-year-old community of trailer homes on public land in Winter Garden, Florida

It Finishes on 18th January 2009.

More info. At http://www.thehistorycenter.org

The ‘Now Snowing Event’ returns to Downtown Celebration

2008-11-23T01:20:00.001-08:00

This is a Wonderfully Magical Event…

I saw it for myself last year and, well, it just makes you cry. If Disney brings out the kid in you and makes you smile so much - then this is even, even better.

Running from 11/29/08 to 12/31/08 with 10 minute shows at 6pm, 7pm, 8pm & 9pm.

Go with kids or grown ups (?) for a snowy old time.

Covered in this article from the Gaylord Palms site…

Now Snowing in Downtown Celebration - Christmas in Orlando

A House Sales boost for Orlando and Kissimmee.

2008-11-23T00:58:00.001-08:00

If you have spare cash or are looking for an investment that will surely hold up in an always developing area. Now is the time to buy in the Orlando area, as told in this following news item from the Orlando Sentinel.

On our web sites, our Associate Realtors, Jaime and Vanessa Barnes, are very likable people and effective in analysing what you may need. Visit them here…

Foreclosed houses boost existing-home sales in Orlando area -- OrlandoSentinel.com

Crackdown at Universal: Hundreds banned from resort for underage drinking during night time Halloween festival.

2008-10-24T04:05:00.001-07:00

We would appreciate your comments on this story.

Found at-

Orlando Sentinel - Crackdown at Universal: Hundreds banned from resort for underage drinking during nighttime Halloween fest on Tourism Central Florida

Olympic diver Tom Daley in SeaWorld

2008-10-21T07:20:00.001-07:00

Fourteen-year-old British diver Tom Daley will be making an appearance Wednesday, Oct. 22, at SeaWorld Orlando. Daley, who finished seventh in the 10-meter platform competition of the Beijing Olympics this summer, will be performing several of his dives in a special exhibition before the last performance of the park's "Blue Horizons" show.

Theme-park visitors will be allowed into the Whale & Dolphin Theatre at 5 p.m. for the 5:15 appearance. "Blue Horizons" begins at 5:30

Orlando Sentinel - Olympic diver Tom Daley to jump in before SeaWorld show by

Free admission to Walt Disney World on your birthday.

2008-09-19T04:29:00.000-07:00

Next Year you can get into Walt Disney World ‘free’ on your birthday

Orlando Sentinel - Free admission to WDW on your birthday by

Titanic exhibit moving back to I-Drive Florida

2008-09-13T03:50:00.000-07:00

The Famous Ship is sailing back to International Drive, with plans for new additions and renovations.

Sentinel - Titanic moving back to I-Drive on Tourism Central Florida

Green Works Orlando

2008-05-30T11:24:00.001-07:00

City of Orlando unveils Greening Project. -

Story found at City of Orlando website –

“Message from Mayor Buddy Dyer

I am proud and excited to unveil Green Works Orlando, the City’s first comprehensive plan to protect our natural resources, encourage environmentally-friendly lifestyles and business practices and engage everyone who lives, works and visits Central Florida in the effort to “go green.”

Green Works Orlando is an environmental action agenda designed to transform Orlando into one of the most environmentally-conscious cities in America. In order to achieve this ambitious goal, our plan focuses on immediate and dramatic actions to" [more]

We can all help as citizens and visitors. Just by turning off lights and driving carefully and safely.

Visitors can take care about water usage. Be sensible with showering and use those towels in an environmentally friendly way. It all helps.

Do You Orlando

2008-05-28T10:10:00.000-07:00

Comming soon...