Gold Head Photos - Yesterday Festival




Gold Head State Park - Florida

 
Here are a few photos of the Yesterday Festival at Gold Head State Park 2011 for those who missed it or maybe just forgot to bring along a camera. The Yesterday Festival is undeniable proof that education really can be fun!  Also, a special note of thanks to all those who made this year's Yesterday Festival at Gold Head a day to remember. Gold Head State Park has been creating happy memories for Floridians and visitors to the state of Florida for years and has always been a great asset to the Keystone Heights area. Hopefully these photos of The Yesterday Festival and of Gold Head will help bring back even more.

William Bartram - the Florida Indians

Paynes Prairie

In 1770, the English botanist William Bartram gave one of the most intriguing accounts we have of the Florida Indian or more specifically the Native Amercan's we now think of as Florida's indians - the Seminoles. With that account being recorded only a short distance from Florahome in the area of present day Micanopy and with the Seminoles also at that time raising cattle even a bit closer at Paynes Prairie, it seems a fitting place to continue the history of Native Americans in Florida. William Bartram's visit came in an unusual period of Florida history exploring the state under the flag of England. Florida had been Spanish ruled for generations and would continue to be fought over by Spain, England and finally the United States with Indians both native to Florida and the Seminoles who were not, caught in the middle. After 3 Seminole wars and the loss or 'removal' of Florida's Native American population, only a small defiant remnant of less than 300 Seminoles remained in the southernmost regions of Florida. From those last few survivors the Seminole Indians of Florida have established a remarkable and enduring place in the state's history. It was in that earlier time of William Bartram however, that those Creek Indians who came to be called Seminole or 'wild ones' for leaving their native Georgia for the wild's of Florida really began to form their unique identity that continues to evolve in the modern world. Even the newly acquired nickname 'Cowcatcher' given to the Seminole chief Bartram met along the edge of present day Tuscawilla Lake illustrates how the Seminole Indians were becoming increasingly more skilled at raising horses and cattle. Cowcatcher was also known for his great leadership ability which has perhaps been the key factor in preserving the Seminole people and their culture over the years - through the continued wise council of tribal leaders. Also, from the time of William Bartram, the ability of the Seminole Indians to adapt under the most challenging conditions imaginable has proved to be one of their greatest strengths and even though the Seminoles are no less indidualistic than any other group, native American or otherwise, they share a history that is unique among Native Americans and Floridians alike and is a story that has continued to unfold from William Bartram's time to the present. With Florahome USA's original post on the Timucua being one of the most viewed to date, it shows the level of fascination people have with the Native American Indian hasn't deminished. It must be remembered however, historical accounts are often skewed in favor of the authors own personal views. It also must be taken into account the times in which those events took place. In the case of the Seminoles of William Bartram's time, they had already seen their way of life changed dramatically by the white man only compounding conflicts already existing before the strangers arrived. Also, with most of us of us scarcely able to imagine life without a cell phone let alone comprehending a Florida considered to be primitive even by the standards of Bartram's day, we need to be careful when judging the acts of those living then when they appear at times to be somewhat brutal. It was a brutal time of war and conquest in a primitive world. The truth is, we can never know without having lived through those times and under those same conditions ourselves how we would have done. All that being said, history still stirs the imagination and gives us a better understanding of our past reminding us that we are all connected to it and are a part of that ongoing story.

Other places to explore in person or on the web:

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

The Florida Museum of Natural History in Gainesville, FL

Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum

The Museum of Florida History in Tallahassee, FL

Seminole - Wikipedia

The Official Site of the Seminole Tribe

The Official Site of the Miccosukee Tribe

The Official Site of The Bartram Trail Conference, Inc

Further reading on William Bartram and the Florida Indians:

Unconquered People:  Florida's Seminole and Miccosukee Indians by Brent R. Weisman (a major source used in the writing of this post)

She Sang Promise:  The Story of Betty Mae Jumper, Seminole Tribal Leader

The Black Seminoles:  History of a Freedom-Seeking People

Art of the Florida Seminole and Miccosukee Indians

William Bartram: Travels and Other Writings (a highly rated edition containing William Bartram's 18th century eyewitness account of the Florida Seminole Indians)

Paynes Prairie (click to enlarge)

Back to Native American Indians - Florahome, Florida

Also on Florahome USA:
The Florahome, Florida History Page

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Sarasota Florida Art

d.a.gordon dart

Sarasota Florida art is both old and new,...
It's the warm sandy beach of your childhood
the skiff ready to cast off at dawn.
Sarasota artist d.a. gordon dart gets it -
she captures the senses at their colorful best
breathing life into those simple and sometimes silly Florida moments that give us joy - celebrating all that's best, both old and new in Sarasota Florida art.

Visit her on the web at
      d.a.gordon dart - Sarasota, FL

for more Florida artists
check out The Florida Art and Artist List
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Things to do in Florida Jan 28, 29, 30, 2011

Update:
you can find the latest 'Things to do in Florida list' shown either just to the right of the post title or scroll down to the archive also on the right-hand side of the page.

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Aside from all the other things to do in Florida this Jan 28, 29,30, 2011, they're having the Yesterday Festival at Gold Head State Park just a short drive from Florahome. Some of Florahome USA's own posts have touched on Florida's rich and unique history including the Florida cowboy and this weekend that history will brought to life with live demonstrations the whole family will enjoy. For a deeper plunge into the past, there are even more things to do both January 29, and 30th at the Hoggetowne Medieval Faire in Gainesville. Now in its 25th year entertaining Florida with everything from juggling to jousting, the Hoggetowne Medival Faire has become one of the most anticipated events in Gainesville. Of course those are just a couple of the many things to do in Florida this Jan 28, 29, 30, 2011. There are many more posted here but before you dive in, just a brief note about the Things to do in Florida list: for reason known only to Google, some weeks an earlier (out of date) list gets posted first. If that happens please just click the continue link and it will take you straight to the latest list. Thanks

The Things to do in Florida list is usually posted each Wednesday.


Things to do in Florida Jan 28, 29, 30, 2011
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Jan 29
Pensacola, FL
First United Methodist Church
Pensacola Symphony Orchestra
Mozart Madness
850-432-1434

Jan 28 - 30
Pensacola, FL
Pensacola Little Theatre
Side by Side by Sondheim
Box Office 850-432-2042

Jan 29
Orlando, FL
Monster Jam! (Monster Trucks)

Jan 28 - 29
Lakeland, FL
Pigfest
863-450-3322

Jan 28
Jacksonville, FL
Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena
George Strait
Reba McEntire
Lee Ann Womack

Jan 29
Tampa, FL
St. Pete Times Forum
George Strait
Reba McEntire
Lee Ann Womack
Ticketmaster 800-745-3000

Jan 29
Pensacola, FL
Salt Water Challenge Cheer and Dance Competition
The GLCC Rock it Out Tour!

Jan 29
Lakeland, FL
Camelia Society Show
863-834-2237
or
863-858-3789

Jan 29
Niceville, FL
computer Tech Expo

Jan 28 - 30
Sarasota, FL
Sarasota Fairgrounds
Native North American Indian Festival
941-924-2784

Jan 29 - 30
Sarasota, FL
Downtown Art in the Park
941-379-0951

Jan 29 - 30
Naples, FL
Naples Invitational Art Fest

Jan 29
Jupiter, FL
Craft Brewers Festival

Jan 29
Tampa, FL
Gasparilla Pirate Fest

Jan 28 - 30
Tampa, FL
Florida Fairgrounds
Suncoast Sports Festival

Jan 29
Dania Beach, FL
Vintage Motorcycle Show
954-830-8855

Jan 27 - 29
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Trawler Fest

Jan 29
St. Petersburg, FL
Floridiana Festival
& Highwaymen Artist Show
727-421-0441

Jan 29 - 30
Deerfield Beach, FL
Festival of the Arts

Jan 29 - 30
Gainesville, FL
Hoggetowne Medieval Faire
352-393-8536

Jan 29 - 30
Pompano Beach, FL
Nautical Flea Market
954-786-4111

Jan 29
Sarasota, FL
Sarasota Highland Games and Celtic Festival

Thru Jan 30
Arcadia, FL
Desoto County Fair
863-494-5678
or 863-990-2909

Thru Jan 29
Bartow, FL
Polk County Youth Fair
Schedule
863-519-8677

Jan 29 - 30
Clermont, FL
Cagan Crossing Town Center Art and Craft Festival
352-344-0657

Jan 29
Dade City, FL
Kumquat Festival
352-567-3769

Jan 29
Davie, FL
Benefit Flea Market
954-473-2955 x134

Jan 29 - Feb 20
Fort Myers, FL
Edison Festival of Light
239-334-2999

Jan 28 - 30
Goodland, FL
Mullet Festival
Stan's Idle Hour

Jan 29
Silver Springs, FL
Grand Funk Railroad

Jan 29 - 30
Key Largo, FL
Stone Crab and Seafood Festival
305-451-4502

Jan 27 - 30
Key West, FL
Food and Wine Festival
Local 305-292-1622
Toll Free 800-474-4319

The Things to do in Florida list is usually posted each Wednesday.

Jan 29 - 30
Key West, FL
Craft Show
305-294-1243

Jan 30
Key West, FL
Master Chef's Classic
Culinary Tasting and Competition
305-294-9526 x25

Jan 29 - 30
Keystone Heights, FL
Yesterday Festival
352-473-4701

Jan 27 - 30
Naples, FL
Boat Show
239-682=0900

Jan 28 - 30
Naples, FL
Winter Wine Festival
239-514-2239

Jan 29 - 30
New Smyrna Beach, FL
Images - A Festival of the Arts
386-423-4733

Jan 28 - 30
Pinellas Park - Clearwater, FL
Florida Motorcycle Expo and Bike Builders’ Invitational
813-814-1424

Jan 29
Port Salerno, FL
Seafood Festival
772-634-9862

Thru Jan 31
St. Augustine, FL
Night of Lights

Jan 29 - 31
St. Petersburg, FL
Art Festival Beth-El
727-347-6136

Jan 29
Largo, FL
Pinellas Folk Festival
727-582-2123

Jan 30
Pembroke Pines
South Florida Ford Dealers
KISS Country Chili Cookoff 2011
954-437-2650

Jan 29 - 30
Sanford, FL
Sanlando Depression Glass Show
407-298-3355

Jan 30
Sanibel, FL
Community Fair and Retail Expo 2011
239-472-8255

Jan 26 - 31
Titusville, FL
Space Coast Birding & Wildlife Festival
321-268-5224

Jan 30
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Les Miserables

Jan 28
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Barry Manilow
1-800-745-3000

Jan 29
Miami, FL
Barry Manilow
1-800-745-3000

Jan 27 - 29
Orlando, FL
Orange County Convention Center
PGA Merchandise Show
800-840-5628 or
203-840-5628

Jan 29
Fort Pierce, FL
An Evening with Bill Cosby
Box Office 772-461-4775

Jan 29 - 30
Daytona Beach, FL
The Rolex 24 at Daytona Speedway

Jan 28
Lakeland, FL
Lakeland Center
Merle Haggard
Box Office 863-834-8111

Jan 30
Jacksonville, FL
Florida Theatre
Merle Haggard
Ticket Office 904-355-2787

Jan 29 - 30
Melbourne, FL
Melbourne Auditorium
Home and Garden Show
239-466-6300

Jan 28 - 30
Vero Beach, FL
Riverside Theatre
Guys and Dolls
also
Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well and Living in Paris
Box Office 772-231-6990
Toll Free 1-800-445-6745

Jan 29
Vero Beach, FL
Vero Beach Museum of Art
25th Anniversary Gala
772-231-0707

Jan 28 - 30
Vero Beach, Fl
Indian River County Fairgrounds
Vero Beach Extravaganza!
941-697-7272

Jan 29
Orlando, FL
Bob Carr Prforming Arts Centre
Orlando Philharmonic prsents
That's Amore

Jan 28 - 30
Jupiter, FL
Taste of Little Italy
561-427-0500

Jan 28 - 30
Boynton Beach, FL
ASDA Winter Postage Stamp Show
814-237-3803

Jan 29 - 30
Boca Raton, FL
Museum of Art
Juried Art Festival
561-392-2500

Jan 28 - 30
Miami, FL
Miami National Antiques Show & Sale
954-563-6747

Jan 29 - 30
Miami, FL
Dade County Fair Expo Center Fuchs Pavilion
Tamiami International Orchid Festival

Jan 29 - 30
Inverness, FL
Citrus County Fair Truck & Tractor Pull
352-726-2993

Thru Jan 30
West Palm Beach, FL
South Florida Fair
561-793-0333

Jan 30
Pensacola, FL
Public Ice Skating

Ice Skating in Florida

Florida running Events

Florida Biker Events

Florida Car Shows

Florida Horse Shows


The Things to do in Florida list is usually posted each Wednesday.

The Florida Cowboy - Desoto to Six Gun Territory

Amazingly, even Six Gun Territory never really gave the Florida cowboy his due. From the days of Juan Ponce and Hernando Desoto when the first horses set foot on the sandy beaches of Florida, a real legacy of adventure and toil began in this state that continues even to this day. Spanish cattle as well were the first to be established among the scrub oak and palmettos of Florida with the quality of their breeding like that of the horse, being respected now as it was then. And as for the Florida cowboy himself, or 'cowman' as they're more freqently called here than out west, their legacy is every bit as wild and romantic as their western counterpart although mysteriously overlooked by most writers, movie producers and yes even our own favorite pre-Disney World cowboy themed park - Six Gun Territory Really though, even those old gunfights we enjoyed so much at Six Gun were not unknown in Florida back when the Ashley Gang came ridin' into town. Indians as well were as much a part of the Florida frontier as out west with their continued presence in the state today a testament to their courage and defiance through the most costly U.S. campaign ever waged against Native Americans. They too share a history with those men and women who have made a living in Florida from the business of riding horses and raising cattle and though for a time the Seminoles were stripped of that heritage, they have now reclaimed it and are as strong in the cattle industry in Florida as ever. The history of the Florida Cowman is also unique in that they not only shared many of the same hardships and challenges endured by the western cowboy such as cattle rustling and other types of rattlesnakes but also the rough Florida landscape with its swamps, mosqitoes and even the occasional hurricane. Until only recently, even the western cowboy no longer stirred the imagination the way it once had with the final shootout at Six Gun Territory not just the loss of a small theme park to a giant one, but more the theme itself being played out like an old Colorado mine. It's been a good while since those westerns being cranked out by the dozen were made though, and with True Grit currently in theaters, perhaps a new interest in the American cowboy will emerge. If it does, maybe this time Hollywood will turn an eye toward Florida and the rough and rowdy southern cracker will finally get his crack at 3D TV. Hold on to your Florida cowboy whips folks, 'cause Six Gun Territory may just be fixin' to rise again! (Desoto didn't know when to quit either did he).

Things to do in Florida Jan 21, 22, 23, 2011

Update:
you can find the latest 'Things to do in Florida list' shown either just to the right of the post title or scroll down to the archive also on the right-hand side of the page.

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There are tons of things to do in Florida for Jan. 21, 22, and 23, 2011 and they're all listed here! Well not quite, but hopefully enough to keep you actively entertained all weekend. Active is the key word with events like the Matanzas 5k Fun Run in St. Augustine close enough to Florahome that we have no excuse but to lace up the ole Nikes and get movin'. Note that the 'Fun Run' has been listed just after the St. Augustine Chocolate Tour which we will most likely be hitting first. Also, an active race season is heating up in Daytona with the NASCAR Preseason Thunder Fan Fest so don't miss that one. Of course when you're talking Florida, you're talking about a diverse population with millions of tourists only adding to the broad range of interests. Clearly that diversity is reflected here with things to do for art and music lovers alike whether you're into Mozart or Merle Haggard. Those leaning more toward Mozart please note the offerings by our youth and lend your support to keep the arts alive in Florida for years to come. And by the way, the recent Kennedy Center Honoree, Merle Haggard will be here in Florida from Jan 27th until Feb 3rd so get your tickets early. Also Roy Clark will be performing at Silver Springs this coming Saurday, Jan 22nd so don't Hee Haw around and miss him. Enough already - there are enough things to do in Florida Jan 21, 22, and 23, 2011 to keep everyone actively happy - so get out there and have some fun!


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Things to do in Florida Jan 21, 22, 23, 2011


Jan 22 - 23
Big Pine Key, FL
Big Pine Nautical Flea Market
305-872-2411

Jan 22 - 23
Bradenton, FL
Buckler’s Winter Craft Fair
386-860-0092

Every Saturday Thru Feb 26
St. Augustine, FL
St. Augustine Original Chocolate Tour
904-829-3800

Jan 22
St. Augustine, FL
Matanzas 5k and Fun Run
904-797-7575

Jan 23 - 24
Crystal River, FL
Manatee Festival and Fine Art Show
352-795-3149

Jan 20 - 22
Daytona Beach, FL
NASCAR Preseason Thunder Fan Fest
800-748-7467

Jan 22
Deland, FL
Taste of DeLand
386-738-0649

Jan 22 - 23
Eatonville, FL
Zora Neale Hurston Festival of the Arts and Humanities
407-647-3307

Jan 22
Pinellas Park, FL
Train Show

Jan 20 - 23
Fellsmere, FL
Frog Leg Festival
772-571-0250

Jan 21 - 23
Jacksonville, FL
Pilot Club of Jacksonville Antique Show and Sale
904-284-4572

Jan 22
Jensen Beach, FL
Bookmania
772-221-1403

Thru Jan 23
Key Biscayne, FL
Florida Renaissance Festival
954-776-1642

Jan 21 - 22
Key West, FL
Historic House Tours
305-294-9501

Jan 22
Deerfield Beach, FL
Model Railroad Swap Meet
954-698-6620

Jan 22 - 23
Fort Myers, FL
Riverdale Kiwanis Medieval Faire
239-839-8036

Jan 22
Fort Myers, FL
Art Festival & Craft Show
239-432-2154

Jan 23
Melbourne, FL
'Pretty in Pink' A Sophisticated Bridal Showcase
321-242-2219

Jan 23
Coconut Grove (Miami), FL
Barnacle State Park
Old Time Dance
305-442-6866

Jan 22
Ocala, FL
Ocala Camellia Society Camellia Show
352-595-3365

Jan 22 - 23
Orange City, FL
Blue Spring’s Manatee Festival
407-323-4450

Thru Jan 23
Palmetto, FL
Manatee County Fair
941-722-1639

Jan 22
Ft. Lauderdale, Fl
Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center
Ars Flores Young Artists Competition Winners' Concert
Box Office 954-462-0222

Jan 22 - 23
Pompano Beach, Fl
Broward Shell Show
305-467-4412

Jan 22
Punta Gorda, FL
Fisherman’s Village Art and Craft Show
352-344-0657.

Jan 21 - 22
Murdock, FL
Charlotte Players
Grand Opening Reception and Cabaret
941-255-1022

Jan 22 - 23
Tallahssee, FL
Fitness Festival

Jan 22 - 23
Venice, FL
Miami Avenue Craft Fair
941-484-6722

Jan 21 - 23
St, Petersburg, FL
Gem, Jewelry, and Bead Show
727-892-5202

Jan 22
Melbourne, FL
Car and Model show

Jan 21 - 23
Sarasota, FL
Winter Antiques Festival
941-928-3042

Jan 22 - 23
Sebsation, FL
Sebastian Riverfront Fine Art and Music Festival
772-581-2626

Thru Jan 22
Tampa, FL
Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival
888-224-1733.

Jan 22 - 23
Wesley, Chapel, FL
Suncoast Arts Fest
727-247-6182

Jan 22 - 23
Apalachicola, FL
Bicycle Tour

Jan 21 - 22
Apalachicola, FL
Dixie Theatre
ELVIS & Friends Do the DIXIE
Info line - 850-653-3456
Box Office - 850-653-3200

Jan 22 - 23
West Palm Beach, FL
CityPlace Art Festival
954-472-3755

The Things to do in Florida list is usually posted each Wednesday.

Jan 21 and 23
Pensacola, FL
Saenger Theatre
Pensacola Opera presents, 'Little Women'
850-595-3880

Jan 21 - 23
Pensacola, FL
Pensacola Little Theatre
Clarence Darrow
Box Office: 850-432-2042

Thru Feb 27
Pensacola, FL
Pensacola Museum of Art
Youth Art Focus also From Russia with Love thru Jan 23rd
850-432-6247

Jan 22
Oviedo, FL
Central Florida Law Enforcement Car Show
407-971-5711

Jan 22
Daytona Beach FL
ATC Auto Show
386-506-2051

Jan 22
Satsuma, FL
Racing at Putnam Speedway

Jan 21 - 23
Ormond Beach, FL
Native American Festival
386-676-3216

Jan 22
Jacksonville, FL
A Night For Heroes Gala

Jan 22
Jacksonville, FL
The City Scramble (Adventure race)

Jan 22
Jacksonille, FL
Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts
Drumline Live!
904-630-3900

Jan 24 - 26
Gainesville, FL
UF Performing Arts (Phillips Center)
Beauty and the Beast
Box Office 352-392-2787
Toll Free Box Office 800-905-2787
Phone 352-392-1900

Jan 23
Daytona Beach, FL
Peabody Auditorium
Michael Bolton
One World One Love 2011 Tour

Jan 22
St. Augustine, FL
An Evening Of Swing!
Big Band Concert and Dance

Jan 22
Gainesville, FL
Florida Museum of Natural History
Collectors Day

Jan 22 - 23
Orlando, FL
Golfest Orlando 2011
877-805-4653

Jan 22
Crawfordville, FL
Arbor Day Celebration

Jan 22
Orlando, FL
COA Sunshine National Championship
Cheer and Dance Competition

Jan 21 - 23
Kissimmee, FL
Orlando International Guitar & Music Expo 2011

Jan 22
Tampa, FL
Raymond James Stadium
Monster Jam! (Monster Trucks)
813-350-6500

Jan 21 and 22
Tampa, FL
St. Pete Times Forum
Barry Manilow Jan 21
Linkin Park Jan 22

Jan 22
Tampa, FL
Children's Gasparilla Extravaganza

Jan 22
Tampa, FL
Scavenger Dash

Jan 22
Fort Myers, FL
Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival

Jan 22
Clearwater, FL
2011 NAS Florida Strongman Championships

Jan 22
Largo, FL
Touch-a-Truck and Florida Clown Day
727-587-6740 ext. 5014

Jan 22
Sarasota, FL
Ringling Bridge Run
941-952-9533

Jan 21 - 23
Sarasota, FL
Sarasota - Bradenton
Spring Home Show

Jan 22 - 23
Vero Beach, FL
Treasure Coast Coin & Currency Show
321-427-6474

Jan 20 - 23
Port Charlotte, FL
Boat Show

Jan 21 - 23
Sarasota, FL
Bayfront Boat Show
941-365-9095
Toll free 866-375-5779

Jan 21 - 23
Coral Gables, FL
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
International Chocolate Festival
305-667-1651

Jan 22
Silver Springs, FL
Roy Clark - Jan 22
also
Cirque Shanghai Bai Xi
The Show Of A Hundred Wonders!
at Silver Springs - Jan 23rd

Jan 22 - 23
West Palm Beach, FL
Kravis Center
Vic Damone - Jan 22
A Midsummer Night's Dream - Jan 22 and 23
561-832-7469

Jan 20 - 23
Yeehaw Junction, FL
YeeHaw Bluegrass Festival
Keith Bass 863-781-2376
Darlene Bass 863-634-5815

Jan 22
Boca Raton, FL
Lynn University
Family Fun Day
561-237-7918

Jan 23
Pensacola, FL
Public Ice Skating

Ice Skating in Florida

Florida running Events

Florida Biker Events

Florida Car Shows

Florida Horse Shows


The Things to do in Florida list is usually posted each Wednesday.

A Place Called George's Lake

The problem with searching the web for information on George's Lake or even Florahome, Florida is the same problem many people today see with all of our advanced technology - real world disconnectedness. If you just want the basic facts, the internet's a great place to get them, but in the case of Georges Lake, a dry list of facts seems a poor representation of a place so rich with memories. For some, those memories go back a long way filled with the sound of laughing kids, the smell of barbeque, or fishing 101 as taught by Grandad. Maybe some may even recall a family by the name of George swimming in the lake,... hmmmm? And oh yeah, by the way - this is George's Lake we're talking about, not Lake George - that's another Lake here in Florida and a whole nuther story. Like Florahome, George's Lake holds more memories than the lake holds fish and like these old photos,...

even though the memories may have faded a little, they are, for we who have them, a place called George's Lake.


The facts - from St. Johns River Water Management

Jake's Landing
218 Lake Dr
Florahome, FL 32140
(386) 659-2665

Real Estate - Tricia Jackson

Also on Florahome USA:

Georges Lake Area - Etoniah State Forest (photos)
Maps of Georges Lake
Florida Trail-Etoniah Creek State Forest

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Help for Women Undergoing Chemotherapy

This email concerning women undergoing chemotherapy was recieved by Florahome USA and as it is EXCELLENT information (Thank you), here is the message and we hope you will also help by passing it on. Links to this post have been placed on both the Local Links and Numbers and the Link Library pages of Florahome USA for future reference.


Cleaning for a Reason

If you know any woman currently undergoing chemotherapy, please pass the word to her that there is a cleaning service that provides FREE housecleaning - once per month for 4 months while she is in treatment. All she has to do is sign up and have her doctor fax a note confirming the treatment. Cleaning for a Reason will have a participating maid service in her zip code area arrange for the service. This organization serves the entire USA and currently has 547 partners to help these women. It's our job to pass the word and let them know that there are people out there that care. Be a friend to someone and pass this information along.

Visit - the Cleaning for a Reason website

Help for Women Undergoing Chemotherapy
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The New Bulletin Board in Florahome, Florida

If you haven't checked out the Florahome, Florida Bulletin Board page on Florahome USA you may not only be missing out on what's going on in the area, but also the opportunity to advertise your yard sale, church event or practically anything else you'd like others to know about quickly and easily. While not meant to replace a good old tried and true sign like the ones at the corner of FL State Road 100 and Coral Farms Road, those signs are unfortunately not always easy to read. By also posting your message on the Florahome USA Bulletin Board, that message can be easily accessed and even added to with more details or photos making whatever you want to say crystal clear. You will also be able to reach not only Florahome, but Interlachen, Melrose, Palatka, the rest of Putnam County, Keystone Heights in Clay County, other communities in Florida and even beyond. The Bulletin Board page can also be used to alert the community about a lost dog, a lost cat or even a missing child. If you have a house to rent or need a place to advertise your skills or small business, Florahome USA has both the Bulletin Board page and a Business page. The ways the Bulletin Board page can be used are many and are currently available free of charge to all Florahome USA visitors in Florida and elsewhere. With your continued support and contributions it can stay that way. If you have already visited Florahome USA's Bulletin Board page and agree that it's a worthwhile contribution to the Florahome community, please let others know (this effort cannot work without your help). Once again, thanks to all who have visited the Bulletin Board page and other pages on Florahome USA in Florahome, Florida.

Click HERE to view the Bulletin Board Page or the link always at the top of Florahome USA.

Things to do in Florida Jan 7, 8, 9, 2011

Update:
you can find the latest 'Things to do in Florida list' shown either just to the right of the post title or scroll down to the archive also on the right-hand side of the page.

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This list of things to do in Florida for Jan 7, 8, and 9, 2011 has a little something for everyone - rather like Florida itself. From the time Juan Ponce de Leon first came ashore in 1513 somewhere in the Melbourne Beach vicinity, Florida has attracted travelers from the far corners creating a great cultural stew with new spices being added even to this day. Some of the events in this week's Things to do list explore the history of Florida demonstrating the changes brought about by those who came to this place determined to claim it as their own. Also noted in these living history lessons is just how much the land changed the people. Florida today is still seen as a pretty good deal offering both residents and visitors alike a lot more things to do than wade through swamps like Juan Ponce searching for the he Fountain of Youth (It's in St. Augustine by the way). So whether you're in the mood for Beethoven or a play, or you just want to pack up the kids and pitch a tent some place where the only sounds are the ones Ponce de Leon heard as he trekked through Florida's wilderness, you'll find those things to do in Florida and a lot more on this week's list. And yeah,... the Monster X Tour is on the list too.




List of Things to do in Florida
January 7, 8, 9, 2011

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Jan 8
DeLeon Springs, FL
Day in Florida History

Thru Jan 9
Winter Park, FL
Winter in the Park:
Ice Skating
407-599-3203

Jan 8 - 9
Boca Raton, FL
Boca Fest
954-472-3755

Jan 8 - 9
Cape Coral, FL
Festival of the Arts
239-245-0021

Jan 8 - 9
DeLand, FL
Florida Rail Fair and Model Train Show
813-949-7197

Jan 8 - 9
Dunedin, FL
Downtown Dunedin Art Festival
954-472-3755

Thru Feb 14
Destin, FL
Baytowne on Ice (Skating)
850-267-8000

Jan 8 - 30
Dunedin, FL
International Miniature Art Society Exhibition
727-298-3322

Jan 8 - 9
Estero, FL
Estero Fine Art Show
941-755-3088

Jan 7 - 9
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Fort Lauderdale Beach Car Show and Auction
561-533-7845

Jan 8
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Southeast Florida Scottish Festival and Highland Games
954-460-5000

Jan 8 - 9
Gainesville, FL
Gainesville Camellia Society Camellia Show
352-359-7657

Jan 6 - 16
Key West, FL
Key West Literary Seminar
NOTE: The first session is sold out
but you may still have time to
register for session 2, Jan 13-16.

Jan 7 - 9
St. Petersburg, FL
Sunshine City Antiques & Collectibles Show
727-823-4130

Jan 7
Sarasota, FL
Thunder by the Bay Sarasota Motorcycle Festival
941-371-8820 ext. 1800

Jan 8 - 9
Sarasota, FL
Sarasota Orchid Society Show and Sale
941-586-7795

Jan 8 - 9
Tallahassee, FL
Camellia and Garden Club of Tallahassee Camellia Show
850-878-3872

Thru Feb 6
Tallahassee, FL
Florida Citrus Labels Exhibit
Event Website

Jan 7 - 9
Vero Beach, FL
Antiques Show and Sale
772-231-0707

Jan 8
Weirsdale, FL
Horse Festival
352-750-5500

Jan 8
Pensacola FL
The Pensacola Symphony Orchestra
Music for Families also
Beethoven, Blue Jeans, & the 1812!

Jan 8
Pensacloa FL
Public Ice Skating

Jan 9
North Fort Myers, FL
Prairie Pines Trail Ride
239-731-3265

Jan 8
Port Orange, FL
Dollhouse and Miniatures
Flea Market
386-228-0439

Jan 8
Jacksonville, FL
Swan Lake
(The State Ballet Theatre of Russia)
904-633-6110

Jan 7 - 8
Palmetto, FL
Manatee Convention Center
St. Pete Antique Bottle Show and Sale

Jan 7 - 8
Jacksonville, FL
Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra
Triple Double

Jan 9
Jacksonville, FL
ABA Basketball

Jan 8
Tampa, FL
David A. Straz Jr. Center
for the Performing Arts
The Color Purple

Jan 7 - 9
Venice, FL
Southwest Florida Bluegrass Jam Fest
941-743-8138

Jan 6 - 9
Lake Buena Vista, FL
Walt Disney World®
Marathon Weekend presented by CIGNA
407-938-3398

Jan 8
Orlando, FL
The Plaza Live
1964: The Tribute (Beatles)
407-228-1212

Jan 8
Orlando, FL
Orlando Philharmonic
Young Romantics
Box Office 407-770-0071

Jan 8
Lake Alfred, FL
Bluegrass Bash!
Jeff Tillman at 863-557-2314 or
Joey Foley at 863-698-1309

Jan 9
Lakeland, FL
Todd Oliver and
The Dogs Gone Wild Tour
Box Office: 863-834-8111

Jan 7, 8, and 9
Stuart, FL
Lyric Theatre
Atlantic Classical Orchestra Series 1 (Jan 7)
Todd Oliver: Dogs Gone Wild Tour (Jan 8)
The Travelin' McCourys (Jan 9)

Jan 8 - 9
Coral Gables, FL
Beaux Arts Festival
305-668-8499

Jan 8
Sarasota, FL
Southwest Florida Heritage Festival
941-322-1000

Jan 8
Sarasota, FL
Sarasota Orchid Society Annual Show & Sale
Jo Davis at 941-228-5501

Jan 8
Land O' Lakes, FL
Wine Festival
813-996-2113

Jan 8
West Palm Beach, FL
KGModels Swimwear Showdown Fashion Show
561-628-0033

Jan 8
Lakeport, FL
Sour Orange Festival

Thru Jan 9
St. Augustine, FL
Limelight Theatre
G.I. Holiday Jukebox
904-825-1164 #10

Jan 8 - 9
Punta Gorda, FL
Snowbird Celebration Arts & Crafts Show
Sally at 239-707-3467

Jan 8
Miami, FL
History Miami Family Fun Day!
305-375-1492

Jan 8
New Smyrna Beach, FL
East Coast Cruisers Car Club
Canal Street Cruise

Jan 8
Daytona Beach, FL
Cirque D'Or
386-671-3462

Jan 7 - 8
Clearwater, FL
Jerry Seinfeld
727-791-7400

Jan 8
St. Petersburg, FL
The Florida Orchestra presents
THE ONE & ONLY LOUIS ARMSTRONG
727-892-5798

Jan 9
Clearwater, FL
The Florida Orchestra presents
THE ONE & ONLY LOUIS ARMSTRONG
727-791-7400

Jan 7 - 8
Daytona Beach, FL
Monster X Tour (Monster Trucks)
386-254-4500

Jan 8 - 9
Ocala, Fl
Silver Springs
Ford and Mustang Roundup

Jan 7
Jacksonville, FL
YouthQuake Live
904-285-8009 ex 33

Jan 9
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Perfect Wedding Guide Winter Bridal Show
Angie Calderaio 561-330-7899

Jan 8
Sebastion, FL
Craft Show at Riverview Park
Karen Lampiasi 772-388-5244

Jan 8
Melbourne, FL
Central Florida Open Ocean Downwinder
321-795-7626 or 321-795-2134

Jan 6 - 8
Orlando, FL
Orange County Convention Center
Surf Expo
Note: This is a trade show
so some events are not open to the public.

Jan 6 - 23
Fort Pierce, FL
St Lucie Community Theatre
Beauty and the Beast. Really.
772-465-0366

Jan 8
Venice, FL
South Venice Beach EXPO
941-493-0006

Jan 9
Venice, FL
Joy of Jazz

Jan 7 - 8
Fort Myers, FL
Southwest Florida Symphony
When Swing was King
239-481-4849 or 800-440-7469

Jan 9
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Eissey Campus Theatre (Palm Beach State College)
The Streisand Songbook
561-832-7677

Jan 7
Pensacola, FL
Fayetteville Fire Antz
vs.
Pensacola Ice Flyers

Jan 8
Pensacola, FL
150th Civil War Anniversary and
Candlelight Tours
850-455-5167

Jan 7 - 9
Pensacola, FL
PDFA Agility, Rally & Obedience Dog Show

Jan 7 - Feb 27
Pensacola, FL
Annual Youth Art Focus
850-432-6247

Jan 9
Pensacola, FL
Jeremy Cassady Benefit Golf Tournament

Jan 7
Vernon, FL
Gilley's Place
(Family friendly country and
gospel music theater)

Jan 8
Fernandina Beach, FL
Farmers Market Reopens
904-491-4872

Jan 8
St. Augustine, FL
Sords and Pontremoli
Violin and Piano
904-797-2800

Jan 9, 16, 23
St. Augustine, FL
Raintree Restaurant presents
The Limelight Theatre's
The Lives and Wives of Henry Flagler
904-825-1164 #10

Jan 7 - 8
Key West, FL
Tennessee Williams Theatre
Forever Plaid - National Tour Musical
Box Office 305-296-1520 ext. 2 or 305-295-7676

Ice Skating in Florida

Florida running Events

Florida Biker Events

Florida Car Shows

Things to do in Florida 2011 is usually posted each Wednesday.

Florida fire laws and safety tips

With a chance of rain in the forecast for much of North Florida tomorrow, Jan. 2, 2011 we may experience some relief from the dry weather, but conditions being as they are and with a burn ban already in effect for several counties in Florida, this would be a good time to make sure you and your family are informed about fire laws and safety especially pertaining to outdoor fires. The Florida Division of Forestry are the ones who administer Florida’s outdoor burning and forest fire laws and their website is an excellent source of information for all things fire related. Here is a link to their site. Indoor fires are also more common during the winter months and especially during and just after the holidays. The National Fire Protection Association is another great fire safety resource with fire prevention tips for this time of year, so pay them a visit as well and have a safe and happy new year.