Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Google+ - the new Facebook, um,.. face in town

If you hover over the little orange plus sign right at the bottom of this post and click on 'more' you'll see that Facebook is just one of the many ways you can share this post. Google has decided -   THAT'S NOT ENOUGH! and after pooling its considerable resources it is now prepared to take on the social network superpower, Facebook.   So LEEEEEEEEEETS GET READY TO RUMBLE!!!   Take the tour at the Google+ project.

Florida fireworks - laws and safety

Fireworks are a big part of the fourth of July and other special occasions, but if used improperly or illegally, they can cause a lot of damage to life and property. That's especially true in those parts of Florida that have yet to see much rain, so check with local officials to learn of any restrictions that may be in place. You can also find out about Florida's laws concerning fireworks HERE. If you do plan to use any type of fireworks, please also check out The National Council on Fireworks Safety. Have a happy and safe celebration!

Monday, June 27, 2011

Things to do in Florida July 1, 2, 3, 4, 2011

Taking over this list of things to do in Florida July 1, 2, 3, 4 2011 is the 4th of July or Independence Day - the day a ragtag band of British colonists decided they had outgrown Papa's rule and thought to go it alone. The odds against such a thing ever happening at the time was something like on Leave it to Beaver, when the Beave' decides to run away from home. Ward thought it was cute but figured he'd teach little Theodore a lesson and allow him to make good on his plan. Trouble was, Mrs. Cleaver believed the Beaver might just succeed and so did those crazy colonists. Americans have been crazy ever since adopting the bumble bee's philosophy of rising above "expert" opinion and redefining what is possible. Even in celebrating our independence, we Americans defy the odds downing an impossible amount of hot dogs, watermelon and apple pie. We have a whole list of things to do in Florida this July 1, 2, 3, 4 2011 to commemorate that fateful day ranging from parades and potato sack races to just sitting back and enjoying our favorite music. But the great culmination of all this celebrating of our freedom comes at night when every true blooded American watches those fireworks with goosebumps feeling every explosion of color and sound is just for them. That's how freedom feels and why so many today sacrifice all. Because Independence is not free, as the soldier watching those fireworks from a power chair well knows - it was, and has always been the price of their independence that paid for ours.

Our Country Day Parade - Keystone Heights, FL
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Things to do in Florida July 1, 2, 3, 4, 2011

July 4
Alachua, FL
July 4th Celebration

July 3
Altamonte Springs, FL
Red Hot & Boom! Independence Day Celebration

July 4
Amelia Island, FL
Stars and Stripes Freedom Festival

July 4
Anna Maria Island, FL
Independence Day Celebration
(Privateers Parade)

July 2 - 4
Anna Maria Island, FL
4th of July Fireworks

July 3
Apalachicola, FL
4th of July Parade

July 4
Big Pine Key
July 4th Fireworks and Celebration

July 2 and 4
Blountstown, FL
"Christmas in July" Craft Fair - 2nd
and
Independence Day Fireworks! - 4th


July 4
Boca Raton, FL
Independence Day Celebration
561-393-7827

July 4
Bonita Springs, FL
Star Spangled Bonita Celebration
239-949-6262

July 4
Boynton Beach, FL
Salute to Independence
561-737-3256

July 4
Branford, FL
Branford River Reunion July 4th Celebration
386-935-0021

July 4
Cape Coral, FL
Red White and Boom - 4th of July Festival

July 4
Carabelle, FL
4th of July Fireworks

July 4
Cedar Key FL
Celebrate Cedar Key - July 4th

July 4
Celebration, FL
Flashback to the 80s 4th of July!

July 3 and 4
Clearwater, FL
Bright House Field
Threshers Fourth of July Fireworks Extravaganza! - 3rd
Coachman Park - Downtown Clearwater
Bright House Networks Clearwater Celebrates America - 4th

(make sure calendar is set for July)
727-562-4700

July 4
Cocoa, FL
July 4th Celebration
with the Brevard Symphony Orchestra

321-639-3500

July 4th
Coconut Grove, FL
The Barnacle Historic State Park
Old-Fashioned 4th of July Picnic
305-442-6866

July 4
Coral Springs, FL
July 4th Celebration

Crestview, FL
Fourth of July Celebration
850-682-4715

July 2
Crystal River, FL
Uncle Sam's Scallop Jam & Road Rally
and
Independence Day Fireworks Display

July 4
Dade City, FL
Pasco County Fairgrounds
Sparlebration!

July 1 and 2
Daytona Beach, FL
Daytona International Speedway
Daytona International Speedway
Jalapeno 250
and
Coke Zero 400


July 4
Daytona Beach, FL
4th of July Summer Spectacular!
with music by
the All of the Above band
plus
the Sal Ronci "Big Band" with Karen Allen

July 1
Deland, FL
DeLand Suns Patriotic Fireworks Night

July 4
Delray Beach, FL
July Fourth Celebration
(Cars as Art Show)

June 30 - July 4
Destin, FL
Harborwalk Village
July 4th Extravaganza

July 3
Destin, FL
We Salute You

July 4
Destin, FL
City of Destin July 4th Fireworks
850-837-6241

July 1
Destin, FL
Independence Day Celebration & Bike Parade

July 4
Edgewater, FL
4th of July Celebration

July 4
Eustis, FL
Fireworks Light Up the First Friday Street Fest!
352-357-8555

July 1 and 4
Flagler Beach, FL
Music in the Park
and
Fireworks at the Pier

386-517-2000

July 3 and 4
Fort Lauderdale, FL
July 3rd
4th of July Weekend Celebration
954-524-9550
and
July 4th
Ford of July Spectacular (Presented by Ford Motor Company)
954-828-5363


July 4
Fort Myers, FL
Freedom Fest

July 4
Fort Walton Beach, FL
The 4th of July Celebration at the Landing

July 4
Gulfport, FL
4th of July Celebration
727-893-1118

July 4
Gulfport, FL
The Gulfport Car Show
pdf flyer


July 4
Hollywood, FL
Hollywood's Hometown 4th of July Celebration
954-921-3404

July 4
Homestead, FL
Grand 4th of July Celebration
(click link and scroll down)

July 3
Inverness, FL
Patriotic Evening
352-726-2611

July 4
Islamorada, FL
Spirit of Islamorada Fireworks show and Celebration

July 4 2011
Jacksonville, FL
Fourth of July Celebration

July 4th
Jacksonville Beach, FL
Independence Day Fireworks

July 4
Jupiter, FL
Jupiter's 4th of July at Abacoa
561-624-7788

July 4
Key Largo, FL
Fourth of July Parade
305-852-3216
and
Fireworks & Family Fun
and
4th of July Fireworks at Blackwater Sound
305-451-4502


July 4
Key West, FL
Rotary Club 4th of July Fireworks & fundraiser
305-304-4912

July 4
Keystone Heights, FL
Our Country Day "Coming Home"
Independence Day Celebration


July 4
Lake Wales, FL
Independence Day Carillon Concerts
863-676-1408

July 4
Lake Butler, FL
4th of July Celebration
pdf flyer

386-496-0909

July 4
Lake City, FL
Celebrating Independence Day

July 4
Lake Placid, FL
July 4th Fireworks

July 4
Lake Worth, FL
4th of July Star Spangled Celebration!

July 4
Lakeland, FL
Red White and KABOOM!

July 4
Largo, FL
July 4th Celebration
727-587-6740 ext. 5014

July 4
Leesburg, FL
Fourth of July Celebration
352-365-0053 or 352-728-9870

July 1 - 4
Live Oak, FL
Suwannee Music Park & Campground
July 4th Weekend Getaway
386-364-1683

July 4
Lynn Haven, FL
4th of July Itenerary (pdf)

July 1 - 4
Madison, FL
Madison Lights Up on Fourth of July!

July 4
Marathon, FL
July 4th Celebration

July 4
Marco Island, FL
July 4th Fireworks

July 4
Melbourne, FL
July 4th Celebration -
"Lifting Up God and Country"

321-773- 1489

July 4
Melbourne, FL
Fourth of July
Parade, 5k Run and Fireworks


July 4
Mexico Beach, FL
Best Blast on the Beach

July 4
Miami, FL
Fourth of July in Miami

July 1 - 4
Miami, FL
Florida SUPERCON!

July 4
Micanopy, FL
4th of July Celebration!

July 4
Middleburg, FL
Independence Day Parade "Stars and Stripes Forever"

July 2 and 4
Milton, FL
July 2
Stars & Stripes Parade
July 4
Riverfest Activities in Downtown Milton


July 4
Monticello, FL
4th of July Celebration

July 4
Naples, FL
4th of July
5k Race, Parade and Fireworks


July, 4
Niceville, FL
Niceville Fireworks Show

July 2
Ocala, FL
Red White and Blue Festival
Downtown Square
and
Patriots in the Park Celebration
Tuscawilla Park


July 4
Ocala, FL
God and Country Day Festival and Fireworks

July 1 - 2
Okeechobee, FL
2nd Annual "O.L. Raulerson, Jr.
” 4th of July BBQ Contest


July 4
Orange Park, FL
Apple Pie Celebration 4th of July
904-264-0520

July 3
Orlando, FL
4th of July Bash at Baldwin Park
407-745-9345

July 4
Orlando, FL
Fireworks at the Fountain
407-246-3720

July 4
Ormond Beach, FL
Ormond Beach Celebrates Independence Day
386-676-3241

July 4
Panama Beach and Panama City, FL
4th of July Festivals & Fireworks

July 4
Pembroke Pines, FL
4th of July Celebration
954-435-6525

July 3 - 4
Pensacola, FL
Library of Congress
Gateway to Knowledge - Traveling Exhibition pdf flyer


July 4
Pensacola, FL
Setoma 4th of July

July 4
Pensacola Beach, FL
Fourth of July Fireworks

July 4
Pompano Beach, FL
4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza!
954-786-4111

July 4
Port Orange, FL
4th Of July Celebration

July 4
Port St. Lucie, FL
Freedomfest!

July 3 - 4
Punta Gorda, FL
Laishley Court
Independence Day Celebration
941-637-5953

July 4
Rosemary Beach, FL
4th of July Celebration

July 4
Sandestin, FL
The Village of Baytowne Wharf
Red, White & Baytowne
800-622-1038

July 4
Sanford, FL
Star Spangled Sanford
on the RiverWalk!


July 4
Sanibel Island, FL
Independence Day Celebration
239-699-8739 or 239-292-4631

July 4
Sarasota, FL
4th of July Fireworks Spectacular
941-365-4232
and
Suncoast SuperBoat Grand Prix Festival Continues
941-371-8820


July 4
Sarasota, FL
Selby Gardens
Tropical 4th of July 2011
A Star Spangled Celebration


July 4
Sebastian, FL
Freedom Festival!

July 4
Sebring, FL
Highlands Hammock State Park
Fourth of July 5K Run/Walk
863-386-6094

July 4
Sopchoppy, FL
4th of July Celebration
850-962-2550

July 4
St. Augustine, FL
Fireworks Over The Matanzas

July 4
St. George Island, FL
July 4th Parade

July 4
St. Petersburg, FL
4th of July Extravaganza at The Pier!!!

July 4
Stuart, FL
Star Spangled Stuart

July 4
Tallahassee, FL
Celebrate America 2011

July 4
Tamarac, FL
July 4th All-American Celebration
954-597-3620

July 4
Tampa, FL
The Florida Aquarium
July 4th at the Aquarium

July 4
Tampa, FL
The Great American Holiday July 4th Celebration!
813-223-4250

July 4
Tampa, FL
American Victory Ship Mariners Memorial Museum
July 4th Family Funfest!
813-228-8766

July 4
Tarpon Springs, FL
4th of July Patriotic Picnic in the Park
pdf Flyer

727-942-5628

July 4
Tavares, FL
4th of July Celebration
352-742-6370

July 4
Titusville, FL
Red White and Boom! over North Brevard
321-267-3036

July 4
Venice, FL
July 4th Fireworks

July 4
Vero Beach, FL
Vero's 4th of July Fun and Fireworks
at Riverside Park

772-567-2144

July 4
West Palm Beach, FL
American West Palm Beach 4th On Flagler Celebration
561-822-1515

July 3
Williston, FL
Independence Day Parade and lots more...
352-528-5552

July 4
Winter Garden, FL
All American Kids Parade & Breakfast
and
Party in the Park

407-656-3244

July 3
Winter Haven, FL
Centennial Rockin' Freedom Fest
863-291-5656

Ice Skating in Florida

Florida Running Events

Florida Biker Events

Florida Car Shows

Florida Horse Shows

Florida Zoos
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Also on Florahome USA:

Water Parks in Florida

Theatres and Performing Art Centers in Florida

Car Museums in Florida

The Florida Art and Artist List

Florida Pirates and Maritime Museums

Gardens in Florida

Florida Science Museums

Nice Florida Beaches

Help support our veterans

HAVE A SPECTACULAR FOURTH!

Music, food, art, theatre - things to do in Florida July 1, 2, 3, 4, 2011

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Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Things to do in Florida June 24, 25, 26, 2011

Okay it's HOT!. But there are still some things to do in Florida June 24, 25, 26, 2011 for those who don't melt that easy. Like the St. George Island Sizzler 5K race and One Mile Fun Run. Sounds like something the Navy Seals do for fun but there it is. Most individuals entering such an event have conditioned themselves and also know what to do if they get into trouble from the heat, but for those who consider a walk from the car to the mall during summer in Florida a trophy worthy accomplishment, it may be wise to click on this link and learn the symptoms and what to do if you do get overheated. Many other things to do in Florida June 24, 25, 26, 2011 are not quite as grueling as a one mile run but still supply a generous helping of fun - like the Panhandle Watermelon Festival in Chipley, FL to welcome in the first days of summer. Farther south around the Sarasota area, the Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix also looks like a lot of fun with a boat show AND a car show. Can't beat that. Orlando's Wet 'n Wild Summer BBQ Beach Bash is another way to beat the heat and be sure to take note of Florahome USA's posts on Florida Water parks and the one on Florida's beaches if a plunge in the deep sounds cool. Music is also large on the list of things to do in Florida June 24, 25, 26, 2011 with something for every taste from the Beatles to Third Blind Eye (those extra body parts are always causing trouble). If you want to bypass cool and get right down to cold, you may just want to head straight for Fort Myers and check out the "2011 Summer Chiller” Figure Skating competition. Sometimes it takes an awful lot to beat the Heat,... we were pulling for you Miami.

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Things to do in Florida June 24, 25, 26, 2011

June 25
St. George Island, FL
St. George Island Sizzler 5K race and One Mile Fun Run
850-509-2191 (leave message)

June 23 - 25
Titusville, FL
Sea Turtle Festival

June 24- 25
Lakeland, FL
Central Florida Music Festival

June 25
St. Augustine, FL
Fort Mose Historic State Park
Battle of Bloody Mose 271ST Anniversary Commemoration
904-823-2232

June 25
Fort Walton Beach, FL
Latin Salsa Festival
850-240-4417

June 25
Orlando, FL
4th Annual Motocycles & Muscle Car Show

Thru June 25
Tampa, FL
Florida Dance Festival
786-397-7717 & 305-310-8080

June 25
Land O' Lakes, FL
Florida Estates Winery
Wine Festival
813-996-2113

June 25 - 26
Dunedin, FL
Dunedin Craft Festival

June 25
Orlando, FL
Children Festival

June 25
Naples, FL
Demolition Derby

June 25
Pensacola, FL
June Fest

June 24 - 25
Chipley, FL
Panhandle Watermelon Festival

June 25
Jacksonville, FL
Arena Football!
Jax Sharks vs. the Tampa Bay Storm

June 25
Fernandina Beach, FL
JAX Sprint Triathlon Series #1

June 24 - 26
Miami, FL
Florida Marlins vs Seattle Mariners

June 25
Miami, FL
James L. Knight Center
Martin Lawrence
30-416-5977 or
Box Office 305-416-5978

June 25
St. Augustine, FL
Anastasia State Park
Low Tide Bike Ride
904-461-2033

June 24
Miami, FL
Marcos Witt
Spanish Contemporary Gospel music tour!

954-885–7200

June 25
Miami, FL
Deering Estate at Cutler
2011 SUMMER CABARET CONCERT SERIES
featuring Kirk Green - Jazz and Reggae

305-235-1668

June 25 - 26
Pompano Beach, FL
Intergalactic Bead and Jewelry Show
888-729-6904

June 25
Daytona Beach, FL
STAR SPANGLED SUMMER with Free Concerts & Fireworks!
Basin Street Dixieland (Church Street Dixieland)


June 26 - 26
Panama City Beach, FL
Panama City Beach Shell Show

June 25
Tallahassee, FL
Chrome Divas -
The Ultimate Female Motorcycle Organization
Diva Scavenger Hunt

June 25 - 26
Cape Coral, FL
Boat Show and free fun for the kids at Shark Fest

June 24 - 25
New Port Richey, FL
KIA FEST - MAIN STREET BLAST 2011!
27-842-8066

June 25 - 26
Kissimmee, FL
Dog Agility Competition of Florida
321-697-3333

June 26
Kissimmee, FL
Youth Basketball of America
321-697-3333

June 25
Melbourne, FL
King Center
Classic Albums Live- The Beatles: Help!
Ticket office 321-242-2219

June 25
Ocala, FL
Silver River State Park
Cracker Village Tour
352-236-7148

June 25
Naples, FL
SummerJazz On The Gulf
featuring - Pocket Change

June 25
Orlando, FL
Universal Studio's Summer Concert Series
Third Blind Eye

June 25 and 26
Merritt Island and Vero Beach, FL
Merritt Island
First Baptist Church - 25th
and
and Vero Beach, FL - 26th
World-renowned pianist, Jeffrey Biegel
performs Emerson & Anderson


June 23, 24 and 25
St. Augustine, FL
St. Augustine Music Festival!

June 25 and 26
Hobe Sound, FL
Jonathan Dickinson State Park
"Florida In and Out of View" Photo Exhibition
772-546-2771

June 25
Sanford, FL
Sanford Riverwalk Cruise-In

June 24
Deerfield Beach, FL
Classic Car Show at the Deerfield Country Club
954-427-4400 ext. 201 or 561-251-0846

June 25
Miami, FL
“Go Green Fashionista” & Expo 2011

June 25
Panama City, FL
Panhandle Women's Expo

June 25
Niceville, FL
Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park
Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge presents Owls and Critters
850-833-9144

June 25
Miami, FL
Joe A. Martinez Health & Safety Expo

June 16
Mt. Dora, FL
Mid Florida Cruisers T-Bucket Meet
352-455-0388

June 26
Orlando, FL
Orlando Jazz Orchestra Presents
The Music of Duke Ellington

June 22 - 26
Tampa, FL
St. Pete Times Forum
Cirque du Soleil Alegria

June 26
Tampa, FL
The Orpheum
The David Mayfield Parade

June 24 - 26
Live Oak, FL
The Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park
2nd annual Camels Campout weekend

June 24 - 27
Miami, FL
Legend Alumni Classic
Featuring FSU and UM Alumni Athletes


June 25 and 26
Orlando, FL
Amway Center
Arena Football - 25th
Orlando Pedators vs Georgia Force
June 26
Martin Lawrence - Doin' Time Comedy Tour

June 23 - 26
Orlando, Fl / Florida Keys
Orlando Scuba Quest Keys Trip

June 25
Milton, FL
Arc Santa Rosa, Inc.
Blueberry Bash!
850-623-9320

Fri & Sat thru Aug 20
Orlando, FL
Wet 'n Wild's SUMMER BBQ BEACH BASH

Thru Aug 14
Orlando, FL
Summer Nights at SeaWorld

June 24 - 25
Fort Myers, FL
“2011 Summer Chiller” Figure Skating competition

June 25
West Palm Beach, FL
The Cresthaven Stamp & Postcard Show

June 25
Arcadia, FL
Antique Fair
863-993-1838
941-321-9154
863-491-0100

June 25
Fort Pierce, FL
Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute
Summer Cruise and Picnic
772-242-2400

June 24 - 26
Jensen Beach, FL
Jensen Beach High School
CELEBRATION 2011!
Box Office 772-834-0770

June 25
Fort Pierce, FL
St. Lucie County Fairgrounds
Redneck Circus
561-921-5268

June 25
West Palm Beach, FL
Gaines Park Community Center
Man Up! Festival in the Park
561-804-4960

June 25
Fort Myers, FL
All Star Lanes
"Strike Out Parkinson's" Charity Bowling Tournament
239-995-0413

June 26
Boca Raton, FL
Florida Atlantic University
Spirit of America -
American Masters of Song & Dance
with Aaron Kula, conductor


June 26
Venice, FL
New Life Assembly of God
The Ditchfield Family Singers

June 25
New Smyrna Beach, FL
Art Walk/Wine Walk

June 24
Flagler Beach, FL
Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area at Flagler Beach
Kid's Sea Turtle Talk with a Ranger
(limited to the first 25 children that RSVP.)

Ice Skating in Florida

Florida Running Events

Florida Biker Events

Florida Car Shows

Florida Horse Shows

Florida Zoos
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Also on Florahome USA:

Water Parks in Florida

Theatres and Performing Art Centers in Florida

Car Museums in Florida

The Florida Art and Artist List

Florida Pirates and Maritime Museums

Gardens in Florida

Florida Science Museums

Nice Florida Beaches

Patriot Service Dogs

Music, food, art, theatre - things to do in Florida June 24, 25, 26, 2011

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Wednesday, June 15, 2011

1920s Music

You can listen to the music of the 1920s and 1930s at Radio Dismuke. Radio Dismuke is like a time machine turning back the clock to an age when high-tech was a thing called radio. For some who remember those pre-TV and internet days, the sounds may bring back melodic memories of another era. To the youth of today, the music may sound downright bizarre, but consider,... the musical taste of each generation is basically programmed from the cradle according to whatever sounds were popular at the time and when intertwined with the happiest memories of youth, that sound generally remains treasured for a lifetime. When you listen to the music of the 1920s, you can hear the energy and optimism of the era. Emerging from 'The Great War' or what we now call World War I, people were ready to be happy again and it's reflected in the music. Listening to the music of the 1920s and 1930s is to listen to music from a time in America's history much like our own - the party hearty jazz age of the 20's followed by the stock market crash and subsequent depression of the 30s. Sounds all too familiar. Even so, it may take time to attune your ears to the music, but anything new is awkward at first. Beyond all the analysis, the music of the 1920s is fun, relaxing and a welcome break from all the stresses of the current age. So give Radio Dismuke a try and listen to the music of the 1920s and 1930s for yourself. They're online and your Time Machine 24 hours a day!

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Florida Hurricanes - Prepare to be Blown Away!

Maybe a better title for this post would be - If you're NOT prepared for Florida Hurricanes - Prepare to be Blown Away! Take for example the above photo capturing one Florahome family right after Hurricane Frances blew out the lights back in 2004. Ill prepared, you can almost hear them cursing the darkness searching for that re-gifted vanilla scented candle Aunt Fanny gave them for Christmas the previous year. Every place on the planet seems to have their own special natural disaster and though drought and wildfires are all the rage in Florida right now, traditionally hurricanes have been our thing. Described much like one recent tornado victim's view of natures fury - as the most evil thing she'd ever seen, hurricanes as well convey the feel of something dark and alive - like the skies in those Harry Potter movies when Voldemort is summoned. Though it's been a while since we've been blown away by the likes of Frances or her tempestuous sister Jeanne visiting us later that same year, the "experts" say to plan for this hurricane season to be particularly active and for those of us who've watched a few trees come crashing down or roofs blown away by Florida hurricanes of the past,... well as Hagrid would say - "There's a storm coming, Harry. And we all best be ready when she does."

Are you ready?

National Hurricane Center
Florida Disaster.org

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Monday, June 13, 2011

Things to do in Florida June 17, 18, 19, 2011

Dominating this list of things to do in Florida June 17, 18, 19, 2011 is dear old Dad. Though you'll find all the events enjoyable whether you're a father or not, June 19th IS 'Fathers Day' and the big guy will finally get his 15 minutes in the spotlight. Of course no two dads are entirely the same and having their own unique idea of the perfect way to celebrate their special day, a wide variety of events have been included. For the active dad you may want to head on over to the 'I Love Father's Day 5K' in Palm Harbor or maybe even try a snorkeling adventure in Fort Lauderdale for a cooler day of fun. Both Dad and the kids will enjoy a trip to the zoo or how about Dinosaur World in Plant City, FL where Dad gets a freebie on his admission to the park. Be sure to take note when going over the list of things to do in Florida for June 17, 18, 19, 2011 of any special restrictions on Father's Day specials. These are generally indicated on the individual websites. This would also be a good time for all of us to remember our military fathers who along with their families make sacrifices daily to preserve our freedom. A kind gesture or show of support, especially for those unable to be together on Father's Day would let them know how much they're appreciated. A gift to organizations such as Patriot Service Dogs could also go a long way in helping make life better for our veterans. Finally in an effort to be fair, it should be mentioned that Keith Urban will be in both Jacksonville and Tampa this weekend - there are at least a few things to do in Florida for June 17, 18, 19, 2011 that could turn Father's Day into Mother's day as well!

Have a Great Father's Day!

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Things to do in Florida June 17, 18, 19, 2011

June 18
Monticello, FL
Watermelon Festival

June 18 - 19
Orlando, FL
Father's Day Triathlon

June 18
Miami, FL
Miccosukee Everglades Music Festival
305-222-4600

June 18
Tallahassee, FL
Fun Station
Summer Jam Concert
850-383-0788

June 19
Coconut Grove, FL
The Barnacle Historic State Park
"Cars and Cigars" Father's Day Event
305-442-6866

June 17
Jacksonville, FL
Veterans Memorial Arena
Keith Urban

June 18
Tampa, FL
St. Pete Times Forum
Keith Urban

June 18
Live Oak, FL
June Bug Festival and Car Show

June 19
Palm Harbor, FL
I Love Father's Day 5K

June 19
Miami, FL
Miami Children's Museum
Father's Day Celebration
305-373-KIDS (5437)

June 16 - 19
Sanford, FL
Seminole Towne Center
Huff’s Promotions Arts and Crafts Show

June 19
Coral Gables, FL
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
Father's Day BBQ
305-667-1651

June 17 - 19
Naples, FL
Father’s Day at Naples Zoo
239-262-5409

June 19
Sarasota, FL
Mote Aquarium
Dad gets free admission
941-388-4441

June 18 - 19
Clewiston, FL
Billie Swamp Safari
Dad's FREE Father's Day Adventure
800-GO-SAFARI
863-983-6101

June 19
Lake Suzy, FL
Nav-A-Gator Grille
Free Airboat Ride for Dad!
941-627-FISH (3474)

June 18 - 19
Coconut Creek, FL
Butterfly World
Free Admission for Fathers
954-977-4400

June 19
Miami, FL
Deering Estate at Cutler
Father's Day Bay Cruise
305-235-1668 ext. 233

June 19
Jacksonville, FL
Jacksonville Zoo
2011 Father’s Day Special Offer
904-757-4463

June 19
Boca Raton, FL
'Mizner Park Downtown Drive'
Father's Day Classic Car Show


June 19
Fort Myers, FL
Murder Mystery Dinner Train
Father’s Day!


June 17
St. Augustine, FL
Faver-Dykes State Park
Multi-habitat Florida Kayak Tour
904-794-0997

June 17 - 19
Davenport, FL
Father’s Day Rod Run

June 18 - 19
Orange Park, FL
Lacrosse Cup 2011 Father's Day Invitational

June 19
Naples, FL
Naples Botanical Garden
Father's Day Festivities
239-643 7275

June 19
Tampa, FL
Henry B. Plant Museum
Father's Day Celebration
813-254-1891

June 18 - 19
Tampa, FL
Father's Day at The Florida Aquarium
813-273-4000

June 17 - 19
Miami Beach, FL
The Miami (buy Dad a) Boat Sale
( c'mon!)
Miami Beach Convention Center

June 19
Orlando, FL
Orange County Regional History Center
Father’s Day: Free Admission for Fathers

407-836-8500
800-965-2030

June 19
New Smyrna Beach, FL
Crossroads Father's Day Car and Truck Show
386-427-3312

June 19
Plant City, FL
Dinosaur World
Dad’s free on Father’s Day

813-717-9865

June 19
Gainesville, FL
Kanapaha Botanical Gardens
Free Admission for Fathers

352-372-4981

June 18 - 19
Parrish, Florida
Florida Railroad Museum
Dad Rides Free

941-776-0906

June 18 - 19
St. Augustine, FL
Father's Day Weekend at World Golf Village

June 17 - 19
St. Augustine, FL
Bluzfest
904-540-1449 or 904-471-2829

June 18
Orange City, FL
Junior Ranger Academy
386-775-3663

June 17 - 19
St. Petersburg, FL
Tampa Bay Rays vs Florida Marlins

June 19
North Palm Beach, FL
John D. MacArthur Beach State Park
Bluegrass Music - Untold Riches
561-624-6950

June 18
Clearwater, FL
Bright House Field
50th FSL All-Star Game

June 15 - 19
Jacksonville, FL
Jax Suns vs Mississippi Braves

June 18
Jacksonville, FL
Arena Football
Jax Sharks vs. the Milwaukee Mustangs

June 17
Orlando, FL
Amway Center
UNA SOLA SALSA
Rubén Blades & Gilberto Santa Rosa


June 18
St. Augustine, FL
Fort Mose Historic State Park
Guided Bird Walk
904-823-2232

June 17 - 19
Northwest Florida
Baseball
ASP/NYSA Father's Day Classic

June 17 - July 3
Deland, FL
Sands Theatre Company
Little Shop of Horrors

June 18
Deland, FL
MainStreet DeLand 26th Birthday Celebration
386-738-0649
also
Cruisin' Classic Car Show
386-624-5027

June 18
Volusia County Speedway
Jack Miller Memorial

June 18
New Smyrna Beach, FL
19th Annual Bike & Bar Tour

June 18
Boca Grande, FL
Don Pedro Island State Park
Wading Adventure
941-964-0375

June 19
Orange City, FL
Father’s Day Music in the Park
386-775-5454

June 19
Melbourne Beach, FL
Sebastian Inlet State Park
Dad's Day Triathlon

June 18 - 19
Melbourne, FL
King Center
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

June 18 - 19
Melbourne, FL
Father's Day RV & Boat Show
321-242-9124
or
888-278-1991

June 18
Tallahassee, FL
Applebees Restaurant
Pancake Breakfast to benefit
the Gadsden Humane Society

850-539-0505

June 18
Englewood, FL
Hogs for Dogs Bike Rally
to benefit the Suncoast Humane Society
941-460-8666

June 18
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Father's Day Weekend Snorkeling Adventure
954-495-7810

June 18 - 19
West Palm Beach, FL
Rapids Water Park
Dads get in free when the kids pay!

561-842-8756ay-trips/25-fathersday

June 19
Jacksonville Beach, FL
Adventure Landing
Dad's play free mini golf!

June 19
Weeki Wachee, FL
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
Father's Day 50% off for families with Dad
352-592-5656

June 19
Port St. Lucie
Civic Center gymnasium
Me and My Dad Day
772-807-4470

June 17 - 19
Tampa, FL
Florida State Fairgrounds
Tampa Bay Boat Show!

June 19
Miami, FL
Miami Science Museum
Free admission for dads to 'Big Truck Days'
305-646-4248

June 17
Tallahassee, FL
Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park
Build a Greenhouse Program
850-487-4115

Ice Skating in Florida

Florida Running Events

Florida Biker Events

Florida Car Shows

Florida Horse Shows

Florida Zoos
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Also on Florahome USA:

Water Parks in Florida

Theatres and Performing Art Centers in Florida

Car Museums in Florida

The Florida Art and Artist List

Florida Pirates and Maritime Museums

Gardens in Florida

Florida Science Museums

Nice Florida Beaches

Patriot Service Dogs

Music, food, art, theatre - things to do in Florida June 17, 18, 19, 2011

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Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Things to do in Florida June 10, 11, 12, 2011

When looking for things to do in Florida June 10, 11, 12, 2011 some of you will be satisfied with a nice dip at the nearest beach Others however will be heading for a Florida marina with this coming Saturday, June 11th being National Marina Day. Topping the list of things to do in Florida this week are a few of Florida's favorite slips and if being aboard your treasured watercraft is your idea of the perfect day, this would be a great time to explore all that Florida's marinas have to offer. Turtle Cove Marina is one of those listed, but also in Tarpon Springs June 12th, the Astro Skate and Fun Center is celebrating the Astro's 30th birthday with a skating party! Tarpon Springs has always been Florida's big fat Greek blessing with some of the best dining you'll find anywhere, but this weekend sounds like even more fun! One of the things to do in Florida June 10, 11, 12, 2011 is along the same stretch of road passing through Florahome in Jasper, Florida just south of the Florida/Georgia state line. It's high time tribute was paid to one of Florida's favorite southern delights and Jasper's Wild Blackberry Festival does just that,... yum! Also among the things to do in Florida June 10, 11, 12, 2011 many have the added bonus of helping others in the process so please make note of those. If you'd just like to relax though..., maybe have some great food and a lot of laughs, Barry Williams - yes Greg "Here's the story" Brady himself will be playing at Jacksonville's Alhambra Dinner Theatre in 'The Odd Couple' thru June 19th. Wild blackberries and a Brady in one weekend - just can't get any more American than that!
Tarpon Springs Florida
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The Things to do in Florida list is usually posted each Wednesday
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National Marina Day

June 11
St. Augustine, FL
Camachee Cove Yacht Harbor
"National Marina Day" to benefit
the Rodeheaver Boys Ranch in Palatka, FL

June 11
Fernandina Beach, FL
Fernandina Harbor Marina
National Marina Day and Boat Show
904-491-2090

June 11
Fleming Island, FL
Fleming Island Club & Marina
National Marina Day
Live Music by the pool, BBQ and beverages
904-269-0027

Other Partipating Florida marinas

Boca Raton, FL
Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club
561-289-3680

Carrabelle, FL
Carrabelle Boat Club
85-697-5510

Clearwater, FL
Clearwater Harbor Marina
727-562-4981

Dania Beach, FL
Harbour Towne Marina
954-926-0300

Englewood, FL
Royal Palm Marina
941-475-6882

Fort Myers, FL
City of Fort Myers Yacht Basin
239-321-7080

Jacksonville, FL
Lamb's Yacht Center
904-384-5577

Jacksonville, FL
Palm Cove Marina
904-223-4757

Longboat Key, FL
Longboat Key Club Moorings
800-858-0836

Miami, FL
Pelican Harbor Marina
305-754-9330

Naples, FL
Hamilton Harbor Yacht Club
239-775-0506

Panama City Beach, FL
Pirates Cove Marina
850-234-3939

Pensacola, FL
Island Cove Marina
850-455-4552

Ponce Inlet, FL
Inlet Harbor Marina
386-767-3266

Port St. Joe
Port St. Joe Marina
850-227-9393

Punta Gorda, FL
Fishermen's Village Yacht Basin
941-575-3000

Riviera Beach, FL
New Port Cove Marine Center
561-844-2504

Sanford, FL
Boat Tree Marina
407.322.1610

Sanford, FL
Monroe Harbour Marina
407-322-2910

Sarasota, FL
MarineMax Sarasota
941-388-4411

Stuart, FL
Hinckley Yachts
772-287-0923

Stuart, FL
Sunset Bay Marina and Anchorage
772-283-9225

Tarpon Springs, FL
Turtle Cove Marina
727-934-2202

Titusville, FL
Titusville Municipal Marina
321 383-5600

Vero Beach, FL
Vero Beach Marina
772-231-2819

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More things to do in Florida June 10, 11, 12, 2011

June 11
Jasper, FL
Wild Blackberry Festival
386-792-2725

June 11 - 12
Sarasota, FL
St. Armands Circle Craft Festival

June 10 - 11
Cocoa, FL
Historic Cocoa Village
BBQ and Blues

June 10
Dunnellon, FL
Rainbow Springs State Park
Friday's Fun for Kids! Time with a Ranger
352-465-8555

June 11
Pembroke Pines, FL
Anancy Festival
954-201-8825

June 9 - 11
Tallahassee, FL
Tallahassee Community College
Florida African Dance Festival
850-539-4087

June 11
Seffner, FL
Armwood High School
Tampa Bay Track & Field Festival

June 11
West Palm Beach, FL
South Florida Fairgrounds
Phillipine Summer Festival
561-833-3186

June 11
New Smyrna Beach, FL
Family Spring Expo
386-675-1550

June 11
Palm Coast, FL
Washington Oaks Gardens State Park
Celebrate National Gardens Week
386-446-6780

June 11
Daytona Beach, FL
STAR SPANGLED SUMMER
Free Concert (Plane Rock Band) & Fireworks

June 11
Barberville, FL
Volusia Speedway Park
Regular Show - Modified Elimination Race
386-985-6258

June 11 - 18
Orlando, FL
St. John's Missionary Baptist Church
Juneteenth Music Festival
407-245-7535

June 11- 12
Homestead, FL
Redland Summer Fruit Festival
305-247-5727

June 11
Panama City Beach, FL
Alys Beach
Digital Graffiti festival
1-866-481-8390

June 12
Clermont, FL
Waterfront Park
Florida Challenge Triathlon
352-394-1320

June 10 - 12
Gainesville and Newberry, FL
Alachua County Festival

June 11- 12
Fort Myers Beach, FL
Open Water Festival

June 11
Orlando, FL
Universal Studios
The Go-Go's

June 11
Orlando, FL
University of Central Florida Arena
Zoe 5k Run/Walk

June 11
Sunrise, FL
Bank Atlantic Center
Katy Perry

June 11
Palm Harbor, FL
Otto's Prime8 Memorial Poker Run
727-943-5897

June 11
Tallahassee / Monticello, FL area
Ride for Hope (bicycle)
benefit for the Tallahassee Memorial Cancer Center
850-431-5389

June 11
Jacksonville Beach, FL
Jax Beach Pier
Super Grom Surf Festival I
904-626-9090

June 12
Jacksonville Beach, FL
Sea Walk Pavilion
Jazz Series

June 11
Orlando, FL
Arean Football
Orlando Predators vs Jacksonville Sharks

June 9 - June 11
Jacksonville, FL
Jacksonville River Rally Poker Run


Jacksonville, FL
Alhambra Dinner Theatre
The Odd Couple
with Barry Williams from The Brady Bunch
904-641-1212

June 11
Jacksonville Beach, FL
Putt N' Crawl

June 11
Jacksonville, FL
Run for the Pies

June 11
Ocala, FL
Stop, Drop & Run 5K & Cook-off
The Michelle Standridge Memorial Cancer Benefit

June 10 and 11
Tampa, FL
St. Pete Times Forum
Katy Perry - June 10th
also at the Forum June 11th
Arena Football
Tampa Bay Storm vs Pittsburgh Power

June 10
Miami, FL
FIU Stadium
Soccer
2011 CONCACAF Gold Cup
Jamaica vs Guatemala at 7:00 PM
Granada vs Honduras at 9:00 PM


June 11
Tampa, FL
Raymond James Stadium
Soccer
2011 CONCACAF Gold Cup
Canada vs Guadeloupe 6 p.m.
USA vs Panama 8 p.m


June 11
Cocoa Beach, FL
International Palms Resort
Watermans Challenge/Surfrider Challenge


June 11
Naples, FL
Junior Fitness Challenge
Kids Triathlon*


June 11
Naples, FL
NABOR Family Fun Day
239-591-4028

June 10
Naples, FL
Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
Kids Free Fridays

June 11
St. Petersburg. FL
Pasadena Community Church Benefit Car Show

June 10 and 11
Flagler Beach, FL
Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area at Flagler Beach
Coffee with a Ranger - June 10th
Why'd the Tortoise Cross the Road?
also
2nd Saturday Gamble Jam! - June 11th

386-517-2086

June 9 - 12
Key West, FL
Key West 2011 Bacchanalia

June 12
Tarpon Springs, FL (only)
ASTRO Skate and Fun Center
Astro's 30th Birthday Party!
727-938-5778
also
All Night Tee-Party Skate
At all 3 locations:
Tarpon Springs - 727-938-5778
Pinellas Park - 727-546-0018
Bradenton - 941-747-8602

June 10 - 12
Pensacola Beach, FL
Sounds of Summer - Hooks Band
850-932-1500

June 12
High Springs, FL
O'Leno State Park
Old Time Dance with the Flying Turtles String Band
386-454-1853

June 11
Lakeland, FL
Florida STEP UP for TS! (Tourette Syndrome) WALK

June 11
Eustis, FL
Florida Sunshine Opry
Ron Rich - Tribute to John Denver

June 11
Cocoa, FL
The Rocking L Ranch
The Rockin L Cowgirls Equestrian Team's
Family Fun Day Fundraiser Game Show!

June 11
Orlando, FL
Free Downtown Concert
Rick Springfield

June 10 - 13
Miami, FL
Baseball!
Florida Marlins vs Arizona Diamondbacks

June 12
Suntree, FL
Concerts in the Park
The Cental Florida Winds presents -
An American Celebration

June 12
Port St. Lucie, FL
Savannas Preserve State Park
Savannas Off-road 5K Run/Walk
also FREE Kids' Fun Run! Race!

772-398-2779

June 11
Largo, FL
Train Show, Clinics and Open Hous

Ice Skating in Florida

Florida Running Events

Florida Biker Events

Florida Car Shows

Florida Horse Shows

Florida Zoos

The Things to do in Florida list is usually posted each Wednesday.
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Also on Florahome USA:

Water Parks in Florida

Theatres and Performing Art Centers in Florida

Car Museums in Florida

The Florida Art and Artist List

Florida Pirates and Maritime Museums

Gardens in Florida

Florida Science Museums

Music, food, art, theatre - things to do in Florida June 10, 11, 12, 2011
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