Grandparents week - Only 5 months late..

Oh my this year has flown by I can't believe it's almost Thanksgiving and I totally forgot to post about our Grandparents week in June.

First night of course they decided they wanted a special shirt so we decided to tie die shirts.

Well it doesn't look like all we're very happy with doing this... Actually they all enjoyed that just how a 13 year old is trying to act like he's to old for this stuff.  When they shirts were done he was the one walking around saying mine is the best.  Actually all of them looked great just wish I knew where the picture is of all the done shirts.

Next day we took off and went to Historial Winter Garden and the Winter Garden Heritage Museum and did the Self Guided History Hunt .  
It was very interesting and would had been more enjoyable if the heat had been a bit more bare able. We heard a bit more whining from the 5 of them because of the heat.
Here's some pictures-

Train Museum 101 South Boyd Street

Inside the Train.. Oh look some of the tie die shirts..

Old Theater

 Here's the Map you get you can follow it with a GPS or the printed clues.  At each location you will find a metal box with a stamp inside.  Watch out one of the boxes is in the sun and get a bit hot.

For $1 you get a patch.  This would be great for Scout Troops.

  

Free things to do

Ahh so the schools are back in not entertaining grandkids any more so now time to do things we enjoy.  We joy as much as we can that's free.  So here's what I've found that's free or near free for Sept.

Museums

CASA FELIZ HISTORIC HOME MUSEUM: with "James Gamble Rogers II Studio" architecture exhibit: 10 a.m.-noon Tuesday and Thursday, noon-3 p.m. Sunday; 656 Park Ave., Winter Park; free; 407-628-8200.

CENTRAL FLORIDA RAILROAD MUSEUM: 1-5 p.m. daily; (in former Tavares Gulf Railroad Depot) 101 S. Boyd St., Winter Garden; free; 407-656-0559.

DELAND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL MUSEUM: medical and historical artifacts: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday; 230 N. Stone St., DeLand; free (donations accepted); 386-740-5800.

DELTONA VETERANS MUSEUM: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays, 1-4 p.m. Sundays; 1921 Evard Ave., Deltona; free; 386-789-8247.

GOLDSBORO HISTORICAL MUSEUM: 1-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 1211 W. 13th St., Sanford; free; 407-416-0416.

HANNIBAL SQUARE HERITAGE CENTER: African American historical archives: noon-5 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, noon-4 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday; 642 W. New England Ave., Winter Park; free; 407-539-2680.

HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL RESOURCE AND EDUCATION CENTER OF CENTRAL FLORIDA: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, 1-4 p.m. Sunday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 851 N. Maitland Ave., Maitland; free; 407-628-0555.

LAKE COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday; 317 W. Main St., Tavares; free; 352-343-9890.

LAKE MARY HISTORICAL MUSEUM: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday; 158 N. Country Club Road, Lake Mary; free; 407-585-1481.

LARRY E. SMEDLEY NATIONAL VIETNAM WAR MUSEUM: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday; 300 N. Tanner Road, Orlando; free; bunkerflorida.org.

MUSEUM OF THE APOPKANS: Native American artifacts and exhibits on historic industries of Apopka: noon-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 122 E. 5th St., Apopka; free, donations accepted; 407-703-1707.

 

MUSEUM OF GENEVA HISTORY:2-4 p.m. 2nd and 4th Sundays or by appointment; 165 First St., Geneva; free; 407-349-5697.

 

ORLANDO FIRE MUSEUM: displays and equipment from area firefighting history: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday; 814 E. Rollins Ave., Orlando; free (donations accepted); 407-898-3138.

 

POLK COUNTY HISTORY CENTER: railroad, baseball and heritage exhibits, cemetery tour first Saturday of each month. 9 a.m.-5p.m.Tuesday-Saturday;100 E. Main St., Bartow; free; 863-534-4386.

 

SANFORD MUSEUM: exhibits of local history and city founder: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, 1-4 p.m. Saturday; 520 E. First St., Sanford; free; 407-688-5198.

 

WINTER GARDEN HERITAGE MUSEUM: 1-5 p.m. daily; 1 N. Main St., Winter Garden; free; 407-656-5544.

 

WINTER PARK HISTORICAL MUSEUM: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday; 200 W. New England Ave., Winter Park; free; 407-647-8180.

  

 

  

Miscellany
DOWNTOWN DISNEY: restaurant and entertainment complex including DisneyQuest, AMC 24 Theatres and more: hours vary; East Buena Vista Drive off I-4, Orlando; free; 407-939-6244.

 
OLD TOWN: entertainment complex with nightclubs, shopping and thrill rides: from 10 a.m. daily, 5770 W. US Highway 192, Kissimmee; free, ride admissions vary; 407-396-4888.

 
 

Exhibits 

 

AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM OF THE ARTS: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, 325 S. Clara Ave., DeLand; free, 386-736-4004. "JAMFest Tropical Delight" (through Sept. 26).

 

ARTISANS ON FIFTH: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday-Monday; 134 E. Fifth Ave. at Mount Dora Center for the Arts, Mount Dora; free; 352-383-0880. "Marilyn Owens and Gwen & Mike Hertz" (through Sept. 30).

 

ARTS ON DOUGLAS: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday; 123 Douglas St., New Smyrna Beach; free; 386-428-1133. "Christine Peloquin: Drawn to It" (opening reception 4-7 p.m. Saturday, through Sept. 26), "Richard Heipp: Looking &Seeing: Anatomy Paintings 2005-2015" (opening reception 4-7 p.m. Saturday, through Oct. 17).

 

CASSELBERRY ART HOUSE: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday; 127 Quail Pond Circle, Casselberry; free; 407-262-7700. "Seminole Art Association: Colorful Journey" (opening reception 6-8 p.m. today, through Sept. 25).

 

CORNELL FINE ARTS MUSEUM: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, noon-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday; 1000 Holt Ave. Rollins College, Winter Park; free; 407-646-2526. "Fashionable Portraits in Europe," "Jess T. Dugan: Every Breath We Drew," "Enduring Documents: Selected Photographs From the Permanent Collection" (through Jan. 3).

 

DANDELION CAFE: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; 618 N. Thornton Ave., Orlando; free; 407-362-1864. "Animalia Dos" (through Oct. 3).

 

FIFTH AVENUE ART GALLERY: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 1-5 p.m. Sunday; 1470 Highland Ave., Melbourne; free; 321-259-8261. "100% Pure Florida" (opening reception 5:30-8:30 p.m. today, through Sept. 27).

 

GALLERY ONE ARTISTS: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday; 10 W. Dakin Ave., Kissimmee; free; 407-944-0011. "Theresa Brown: Feather Artist" (opening reception 6-9 p.m. today, through Sept. 30).

 

HAND ART CENTER: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday; 139 E. Michigan Ave. at Stetson University, DeLand; free; 386-822-7270. "Fall Creative Arts Faculty Show: Ethan Greene & Nathan Wolek" (through Oct. 17), "Oscar Bluemner and the Orient: Works From the Vera Bluemner Kouba Collection" (Dec.4), "Pam Logobardi: Drifters" (through Oct. 17).

 

JEANINE TAYLOR FOLK ART: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday; 211 E. First St., Sanford; free; 407-323-2774. "Needle and Thread: New Work by Butch Anthony" (through Sept. 20).

 

LAKE MARY HISTORICAL MUSEUM: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday and Saturday, noon-8 p.m. Wednesday-Thursday; 158 N. Country Club Road, Lake Mary; free; 407-585-1481. "Local Artists Exhibit" (through Sept. 12).

 

MOUNT DORA CENTER FOR THE ARTS: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday; 138 E. Fifth Ave., Mount Dora; free; 352-383-0880. "Conceptual Journeys" (through Sept. 25).

 

POLK MUSEUM OF ART: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 1-5 p.m. Sunday, 800 E. Palmetto St., Lakeland; free; 863-688-7743. "Destinations in Painting: The Kasten Collection," "Moon Museum" (through Dec. 6).

 

ROSE ROOM GALLERY: 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday; 600 Auditorium Blvd. at the Peabody Auditorium, Daytona Beach; free; 386-671-3461. "Photography Club of Flagler County" (opening reception 5:30-7:30 p.m. today, through Sept. 28).

 

SARA FOX GALLERY HOUSE: 1-5 p.m. daily; 110 N. Halifax Ave., Daytona Beach, free, 386-258-5333. "The Holocaust Exhibit: A Tribute to My Parents" (opens Thursday, through Sept. 20).

 

SOUTHEAST MUSEUM OF PHOTOGRAPHY: noon-4 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday; 1200 International Speedway, Building 1200, Daytona State College, Daytona Beach; free; 386-506-4475. "Alumni Focus 2015" (through Sept. 20), "Second Nature: Brad Temkin" (through Dec. 18).

 

THE FALCON BAR & GALLERY: 5:30 p.m.-midnight Monday-Thursday, 5:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Friday-Saturday, noon-midnight Sunday; 819 E. Washington St., Orlando; free; 407-423-3060. "Peterson Guerrier: The Exhibition Will Remain Open" (through Sept. 11).

 

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA LIBRARY: 7:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, noon-11 p.m. Sunday; North Gemini Boulevard, Orlando; free; 407-823-5470. "Hidden Artists Exhibition" (through Sept. 30).

 

WINTER GARDEN ART ASSOCIATION: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday; 127 S.Boyd St., Winter Garden; free; 407-347-7996. "Beauty of the Beasts" (through Saturday), "Celebrating American Icons" (through Oct.31).

 

 

July 4th Fire works

Here's a list of the Fireworks I've found so far.. I'll update as I locate more.

July 3

ALTAMONTE SPRINGS
Red Hot and Boom!
Cranes Roost Park 4pm-11pm
Music, Food, Fun and Fireworks!

LEGOLAND FLORIDA
Red Brick and BOOM!
Legoland Florida July 3rd-5th, nightly
3 Nights of Family Fun and Fireworks. Use special glasses and Fireworks become millions of exploding Legos!

Freedom on the Water
Mount Dora  July 3rd  5pm
Elizabeth Evans Park(100 N Donnelly St)
See face book page here  Freedom

July 4

GENEVA
July 4th Festival
101 E. Main Street 9am-2pm, Parade at 10am
Kids Zone, Games, Pony Rides, Face Paining, Vendors, Entertainment and Fly Over by Gaggle Flight!

OVIEDO
Independence Day Celebration
Oviedo Mall 5pm-10pm
Entertainment, Food, Games, Inflatables, and Fireworks!

WINTER SPRINGS
Celebration of Freedom 15!
Central Winds Park 5pm-9:30pm
Kids Area, Food, Entertainment, Fireworks and more!

WINTER PARK
City of Winter Park Olde Fashion 4th of July Celebration
Park Avenue and Morse Blvd 9am-1pm
Kids Bike Parade, Clydesdale Horses, Entertainment, Games, Inflatables, and FREE Hot Dogs, Watermelon and Water while supplies last!

AVALON PARK
4th of July Celebration at Avalon Park
3680 Avalon Park East, Blvd 5pm-9pm
Apple Pie Bake off, Bike Parade, Bounce Park, Entertainment and Fireworks!

LAKE EOLA
Fireworks at the Fountain
512 E. Washington Street 4pm-10pm
Entertainment, Kids Area, Fireworks and More!

SANFORD
Star Spangled Sanford
Ft. Mellon Park 5pm-10pm
Entertainment, Vendors, Splash Pad, Kids Activities and Fireworks!

WALT DISNEY WORLD
Disney's Celebrate America! - A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky"
at Magic Kingdom will start at 9 p.m.
The holiday-inspired "IllumiNations: Reflections of the Earth" at Epcot will start at 10 p.m.
A special July 4th fireworks presentation at Disney's Hollywood Studios will start at 10 p.m. Admission: Included in regular park admission.

Ways to Keep cool in Central Florida

Looking for places to keep the kiddo's cool this summer and not leave you broke? Here's a list of Splash pads through out Central Florida for Free or a small fee..
Public splash pads in Central Florida
Lake
Tavares: Children's Splash Park, 100 E. Ruby St.; 352-742-6267; TavaresSplashPark. Open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. weekends only in April and May; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. weekends after Labor Day in September; closed October through March. $2 for anyone entering the splash-pad fenced areas; $15 for seasonal pass for Tavares residents. This is my personal favorite as well as the grandkids. They can play in the splash park great real wet then go dry of on the wooden playground.

Orange
Bithlo: Bithlo Park Splash Playground, 18501 Washington Ave.; 407-254-1905; BithloPark; call for hours and cost.
Lake Buena Vista: Magical Water Fountain at Downtown Disney Markeplace, near Once Upon a Toy, 1375 E. Buena Vista Dr.; 407-939-5277. Smaller splash pad is near Days of Christmas. Open daily; free.
Ocoee: Family Aquatic Facility, 1820 A.D. Mims Road; 407-905-3180; OcoeeAquatic. Pool has three play features. Open daily; hours vary; $1.50 for adults 18 and older; $1 for children and seniors 65 and older. Seasonal passes also available.
Orlando: Barnett Park, 4801 W. Colonial Drive; 407-836-6248; BarnettPark. Open daily 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; free. Orlando: Capehart Park, 715 Capehart Drive; 407-254-9160; CapehartPark. Open daily 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; free.
Orlando: Downey Park, 10107 Flowers Ave.; 407-254-9180; DowneyPark. Open weekdays through June 8; weekend cost is $1 per person per session. Sessions are 10 a.m-2 p.m. and 3 p.m.-7 p.m.; free.
Orlando: Dr. P. Phillips Community Park, 8249 Buenavista Woods Blvd., 407-254-9038; DrPPhillipsPark. Open year-round. Admission charged on holidays and weekends March through October and weekdays June through August. Admission is $1 per person per session. Summer sessions: 10 a.m-2 p.m. and 3-7 p.m. Winter sessions: 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. and 3-5 p.m.
Winter Garden: Downtown Interactive Fountain and Splashpad, 104 S. Lakeview Ave., 407-656-4155; WinterGarden. Open daily 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; free.
Winter Park: Shady Park, 421 New England Ave.; 407-599-3334; ShadyPark. Open daily; free.
Osceola
Kissimmee: Lakefront Park, 201 Lakeview Drive; 407-932-1958 or 407.518.2501; call for info.
Kissimmee: Bob Makinson Aquatic Center, 2204 Denn John Lane; 407-870-7665; BobMakinson. Open weekends only May 24-June 1; open daily 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (noon-5 p.m. Sundays) June 6-Aug. 17; open weekends only Aug. 16-Sept. 2. Age 3 and older, $5; age 2 and younger, free.
St. Cloud: Lakefront Splash Pad, Chris Lyle Aquatic Center, 3001 17th St.; 407-957-7287; ChrisLyle. Open 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m. daily; free.
Seminole
Lake Mary: Splash Pad at Trailblazer Park, Lake Mary Sports Complex, 550 Rantoul Lane; 407-585-1494; LakeMary. Open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily; $2 per person or $15 for city-resident annual pass.
Oviedo: Splash Zone at Aquatic Facility, 148 Oviedo Blvd., 407-971-5565; http://www.cityofoviedo.net/node/368. Open noon-5 p.m. Saturday and noon-6 p.m. Sunday till May 30; open noon-4 p.m. Monday-Friday, noon-5 p.m. Saturday and noon-6 p.m. Sunday from May 31-Aug. 10.
Sanford: Fort Mellon Park Splash Pad, 600 E. First St.; 407-688-5103; Sanford. Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and noon-6 p.m. Sunday through September. Open Friday-Sunday in March and October. Cost: $2 per person, but free from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. the first Friday each month. Season pass is $25 per person. We've visited this park too the kids like the play ground much better then the Splash pad with the dancing waters.

Winter Springs: Trotwood Park Splash Playground, 701 Northern Way and 1224 Trotwood Blvd.; WinterSprings. Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays. Cost: $3 per person; free for Winter Springs residents.
Winter Springs: Torcaso Park Splash Playground, 104 N. Moss Road; 407-327-6599; http://www.winterspringsfl.org/EN/web/dept/pr/splashplaygroundinformation.htm. Hours vary amid renovation. Cost: $3 per person; free for Winter Springs residents.
Volusia
Daytona Beach: Breakers Oceanfront Park, 13 S. Atlantic Ave.; 386-671-3402; Breakers. Open sunrise to sunset seasonally; free. Please if you share make sure you give me credit for the post.

Orange County Museums

Orange County- Please note prices and times are subject to change, call before attending for up to date information..

Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens
633 Osceola Avenue
Winter Park, Florida 32789
Gallery and Gardens Open:
September 1 thru June 30
Galleries, Historic Residence and Chapel
Tuesday-Saturday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
entrance fees apply
garden access is free
July 1 through August 31
Gardens are open
Monday-Friday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Call in advance to confirm times
No entrance fees apply
garden access is free
(donations encouraged)
Admission:
$5.00 adults
$4.00 seniors
$3.00 students
Members and children younger than 12 are free
FREE on site parking
The Polasek offers a variety of group tour options with advanced reservations.


Central Florida Railroad Museum
101 S Boyd St
Winter Garden, FL 34787
Orange County
(407) 656-0559
http://www.cfrrmuseum.org/

Open to Public
More info/Directions:
The Central Florida Railroad Museum focuses on the history of the railroad industry in Central Florida. Exhibits include Ghost Trains of Central Florida, the Tavares and Gulf Room, and many other interesting pieces of Central Florida railroad memorabilia.


Fort Christmas Historical Park
1300 Fort Christmas Rd (CR 420)
Christmas, FL 32709
Orange County
(407) 568-4149
http://www.nbbd.com/godo/FortChristmas

Open to Public
More info/Directions:
Fort Christmas Historical Park contains several historic buildings in a living history museum setting. In addition to the replica of a fort constructed during the Seminole War, the park displays traditional Florida “cracker” houses, a sugar mill, and other historic farming equipment. The museum also operates several events throughout the year.

Located just off State Road 50, twenty miles east of Orlando enroute to Kennedy Space Center, Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, and Canaveral National Seashore in Titusville

Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center of Central Florida
851 N Maitland Ave
Maitland, FL 32751
Orange County
(407) 628-0555
http://www.holocaustedu.org/

Open to Public
More info/Directions:
The Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center of Central Florida was established to provide an educational experience wherein visitors can examine the past as a lesson for the present and future. The museum has both historical and art exhibits. The center also hosts presentations and maintains a library.


Maitland Art Center
Also known as The Research Center
231 W Packwood Ave
Maitland, FL 32751
Orange County
(407) 539-2181
http://www.maitartctr.org/

Open to Public
More info/Directions:
1937. Aztec-Mayan motifs. Andres Smith, architect. 6 principal buildings and several utility buildings, courtyard, and ornamental pool. Buildings and walls are ornamented with bas reliefs cast in concrete. Richly decorated garden. Winter home of Andres Smith, architect, etcher, painter, author, and outspoken advocate of modern art. Formerly an artists' village.

The Maitland Art Center is located in Maitland, Florida, USA, near the shore of Lake Sybelia. From Interstate 4, take either of the Maitland Blvd. exits and follow the Maitland Art Center historic (brown) signs. Or, take the Lee Road exit, proceed east to Hwy 17-92, and turn north to Packwood Avenue. Turn west and go ½ block. Free parking is provided on the left


Maitland Historical Society and Museums
840 Lake Lily Dr
Maitland, FL
Orange County
(407) 644-2451
http://www.maitlandhistory.com/

Open to Public
Thursday - Sunday
Noon to 4 p.m.
Offices
Monday - Friday
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission
$3 for adults and $2 for children.
Children 5 and under are free.
More info/Directions:
The Maitland Historical Society maintains a number of museums, including the Maitland Historical Museum, the Telephone Museum, the Historic Waterhouse Residence Museum, and the Waterhouse Carpentry Museum. Each of the museums focuses on a different aspect of Maitland’s history.

Moseley House
11 Taylor St
Eatonville, FL
Orange County
(407) 622-9382 or (850) 575-2522

Open to Public
More info/Directions:
The second oldest extant building in the city, the Moseley House was once home to Mrs. Matilda Clark Moseley, Zora Neale Hurston’s best childhood friend. The residence was restored in 2000 and currently serves as a historic house museum.

Orange County Regional History Center
65 E Central Blvd
Orlando, FL 32801
Orange County
(407) 836-8500 or (800) 965-2030
http://www.thehistorycenter.org/

Open to Public
VISITING HOURS
Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday Noon-5 p.m.
GENERAL ADMISSION PRICES
Adult $9
Seniors (60+) $7
Students and Military with valid ID $7
Child (5-12) $6
Child (4 & under) Free
Members, Orange County employees, and OCPS teachers free
Discount for AAA Members
Credit cards accepted: MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover
General admission tickets are valid for permanent and limited-run exhibitions. Paid special events require separate ticketing. Some events require advance reservations.
Fathers get in FREE on Father's Day,Sunday, June 21, 2009
More info/Directions:
The Orange County Regional History Center is located in downtown Orlando. Maintaining exhibits pertaining to the history of the county, the museum contains hands-on exhibits and audio and visual presentations; it also hosts educational programs and special events.

From I-4, Exit 82C/Anderson St. Turn Left on Magnolia Ave. Turn Right on Central Blvd and proceed to the parking garage across from the library (2 hour validation with admission). Free Lymmo the History Center is on Magnolia Ave at Central Blvd. Enter through Heritage Square, the park.


Well'sBuilt Museum of African American History and Culture
Historically known as Well'sBuilt Hotel
511 W South St
Orlando, FL 32805
Orange County
(407) 297-9174
http://pastinc.org

Open to Public
More info/Directions:
A local African American physician, William Monroe Wells, constructed the Well’sBuilt Hotel in 1930. Although the building no longer functions as a hotel, through the years it has maintained its architectural integrity. This property was restored and currently functions as the Well’sBuilt Museum of African American History and Culture.

Grand Reopening scheduled for June 19th

Winter Park Historical Association and Museum
200 New England Ave
Winter Park, FL 32790
Orange County
(407) 647-8180
http://www.winterparkhistorical.com/

Open to Public
MONDAY – FRIDAY
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
SATURDAY
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
SUNDAY
Closed

More info/Directions:
The Winter Park Historical Association provides educational opportunities, maintains the museum, and hosts a festival. The museum contains exhibits, both permanent and temporary, pertaining to the history of Winter Park. The historical association is dedicated to fostering education about Winter Park’s history.

Withers-Maguire House Museum
Historically known as Withers-Maguire House
16 E Oakland Ave
Ocoee, FL 34761
Orange County
(407) 656-9609


Admissions
Donation Adult $3; Student $1

Description
The home was built in 1888 by General William T. Withers. His widow, Martha, sold the house to David Maguire in 1910. The House was purchased by the City of Ocoee Florida in 1983 and placed on the National Registry of Historic Buildings in America in 1987. It has been restored through grants from the State of Florida and is open to the public every Saturday and Sunday from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.

More info/Directions:
Circa 1884. Frame Vernacular with Stick-style elements. 2 stories, gabled roof, 1st-story veranda on west, south, and east facades. 2nd-story veranda on south facade. Original owner, William T. Withers (1825-1889), a Kentuckian, who wintered in the city. Later sold to David O. Maguire, a Georgian, who came to the town to grow citrus and vegetables.


Zora Neale Hurston National Museum of Fine Arts

227 E. Kennedy Blvd.
Maitland, FL 32751
Orange County
(407) 647-3307
http://www.zoranealehurston.cc/

More info/Directions:
The Zora Neale Hurston National Museum of Fine Arts houses a rotation of exhibits of African American artists from around Florida and the United States. The museum also hosts an annual festival, the Zora Neale Hurston Festival of the Arts and Humanities.

Free to Pretty Cheap for the Weekend

Friday June 5th 2009

Friday Flicks Orange County Library
Grab some popcorn and bring the family to an afternoon of movie fun. All films are rated PG and PG-13.
407.835.7323
http://www.ocls.info
Ongoing Each Fri 1/6/05 - 1/6/10; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: All Ages
Time: 3pm-5pm
Cost: Free

Music in the Library
A weekly opportunity to hear a variety of live music in Library Central.
407.835.7323
http://www.ocls.info
Ongoing Each Fri 12/28/05 - 12/28/10; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: All Ages
Time: 12n-1pm
Cost: Free

Free Breakfast at IKEA
IKEA visitors can enjoy a free small breakfast consisting of egg, bacon, potatoes, and coffee until 10am Monday through Friday. One free meal per person.
407.355.3155
http://www.ikea.com
Ongoing Weekdays 3/16/09 - 6/30/09; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: All Ages
Time: 9:30am-10am
Cost: Free

Dancing Fountain Show - Cranes Roost Park
Families can experience a sight and sound extravaganza with a custom choreographed dancing water and light show at the Plaza fountain. 407.571.8863
http://www.uptownaltamonte.com
Ages: All Ages
Time: 8pm & 9pm
Cost: Free
370 Whooping Loop
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701



Fridays on the Plaza
Families can enjoy a concert by a different band each Friday night in downtown Winter Garden. Music ranges from jazz, blues, and folk to bluegrass, rock, and more.
407.656.4155
http://www.cwgdn.com
Ongoing Daily 1/4/08 - 12/17/10; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: 5-13
Time: 7pm-9pm
Cost: Free
Historic Downtown Winter Garden
Plant Street
Winter Garden, FL 34777


Angell & Phelps Chocolate Factory Tours
Daytona Beach chocolate makers Angell & Phelps offer free 30-minute factory tours - and a post-tour sample! - weekdays at 10am, 11am, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, & 4pm.
800.969.2634
http://www.angellandphelps.com
Ongoing Weekdays 1/2/07 - 12/31/20; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: All Ages
Time: 10am-4pm
Cost: Free
154 South Beach Street
Daytona Beach, FL 32114


Sat June 6th 2009


End of School Jam
City of St. Cloud Civic Center Complex
3001 17th Street
Saint Cloud, FL 34769
The Sixth Annual End of School Jam showcases the best dance crews in Osceola as they compete for the title of best crew of 2009.
407.957.7243
http://www.stcloud.org
6/6/09
Ages: 6-18
Time: 3pm
Cost: $5 in advance; $8 at the door


Lake Mary Historical Museum
158 North Country Club Road
Lake Mary, FL32746
Trains, Trains, Trains Antique Railroad Exhibit
Antique trains and model train displays are on display as part of the Historical Society's popular exhibit.
407.324.3002
info@lakemaryhistory.org
http://www.lakemaryhistory.org
Ongoing Each Thu, Sat 6/4/09 - 7/25/09; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: 5-19
Time: Thu 6:30pm-8:30pm; Sat 10am-2pm
Cost: Free


Bill Breeze Park
125 North Lakeshore Drive
Ocoee, FL34761
Movie in the Park: Hotel for Dogs (PG)
Families can relax on the lawn at Bill Breeze Park and see a screening of the family film Hotel for Dogs (PG). Bring blankets and lawn chairs for seating; pizza, popcorn, candy, and beverages are available for purchase. Attendees are invited to bring non-perishable food items for donation to the West Orange Christian Center food bank.
407.905.3180
http://www.ocoee.org
6/6/09
Ages: 7-19
Time: Gates open 7pm; film starts at 8:30pm
Cost: Free


Wekiwa Springs State Park
1800 Wekiwa Circle
Apopka, FL32712
National Trails Day Event
Families can learn about outdoor recreation and take a short hike in Wekiwa Springs State Park in celebration of National Trails Day. Meet on the deck outside the Nature Center.
407.884.2008
http://www.flo... /wekiwasprings
6/6/09
Ages: 5-19
Time: 11am-1pm
Cost: Free with paid park admission
Also
Ranger Program
Kids can join a Ranger for an interpretive program and learn about The Real Florida. Topics vary weekly. Call for more details.
407.884.2008
http://www.flo... /wekiwasprings
Ongoing Each Sat 11/11/06 - 11/12/10; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: 5-18
Time: 10am
Cost: Free
Admission Fees
Vehicles with 2 to 8 people..........$5.00
Single Occupant Vehicles.............$3.00
Pedestrians, Bicyclists, Extra Passengers, Passengers In Vehicles With Holder of Annual Individual Entrance Permit..........................$1.00


Smyrna Dunes Park
2995 North Peninsula Drive
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169
Guided Nature Walks at Smyrna Dunes Park
Guides lead visitors on a nature walk around Smyrna Dunes Park.
386.424.2935
http://www.volusia.org
Ongoing Each Sat 2/28/09 - 12/18/10; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: 6-19
Time: 11am
Cost: Free with paid park admission


Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World
5156 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
Fishing with the Pros
Bass Pro reps demonstrate casting techniques and talk about the different bait options available in an all-ages program.
407.563.5200
http://www.basspro.com
Ongoing Each Sat, Sun 1/3/09 - 12/26/10; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: 3-18
Time: 11:30am, 3:30pm & 5:30pm
Cost: Free
Also
Super Aquarium Fish Feeding and Education
Representatives feed the huge fish - including the State Record Catfish and a 14 pound Bass - in the super aquarium and educate families about the numerous species of fresh and saltwater fish available in the State of Florida. Get there a few minutes early to secure a good viewing spot.
407.563.5200
http://www.basspro.com
Ongoing Each Wed, Sat, Sun 5/6/06 - 5/6/10; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: 3-18
Time: 1:30pm
Cost: Free


Florida Scrub-Jay Trail
11490 Monte Vista Road
Clermont, FL34711
Scrub-Jay Orientation
Families can take a guided tour of a protected Florida scrub-jay habitat, learn about the state's only endemic bird, and see what it takes to restore the birds' natural habitat. Pre-registration is required.
352.429.5566
info@scrubjaytrail.org
http://www.scrubjaytrail.org
6/6/09
Ages: 6-19
Time: 8am-11am
Cost: Free


Blue Spring State Park
2100 West French Avenue
Orange City, FL 32763
Junior Ranger Academy
Aspiring rangers can listen to stories and take part in games and activities that revolve around a Florida animal. The academy is held the first Saturday of every month; attend two or more sessions and receive a Blue Springs State Park Junior Ranger Patch.
386.775.3663
http://www.floridastateparks.org
6/6/09
Ages: 5-11
Time: 10am-11am
Cost: Free; park admission fees apply


Trendy Teachers
102 Town Center Circle Seminole Towne Center Mall
Sanford, FL 32771
Arts & Crafts for Kids
Trendy Teachers hosts a weekly, two-hour arts and crafts activity in the Seminole Towne Center store.
407.323.2757
http://www.trendyteachers.com
Ongoing Each Sat 1/3/09 - 12/26/09; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: 2-12
Time: 11am-1pm
Cost: Free


Lakeshore Learning Store
335 East State Road 436
Casselberry, FL 32730
Crafts for Kids
Staff members guide kids through entertaining, creative activities at the arts and crafts table. Parents are welcome to join in, or take the opportunity to shop. A different craft is featured every week at this drop-in craft workshop; check the store's website for a list of scheduled crafts.
407.260.5531
http://www.lakeshorelearning.com
Ongoing Each Sat 1/25/07 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: 3-14
Time: Sat 11am-3pm
Cost: Free


Learning Express
460 N. Orlando Ave.Suite 112
Winter Park, FL 32789
Craft Day
Kids can take part in crafty activities at Learning Express in Winter Park.
407.677.8697
http://www.win... press-toys.com
6/6/09
Ages: 4-12
Time: 11am-1pm
Cost: Free


Learning Express
460 N. Orlando Ave.Suite 112
Winter Park FL 32789
Elmo Meet-and-Greet
Kids can meet Sesame Street's cuddly red monster at Learning Express in Winter Park. (Don't forget the camera!)
407.677.8697
http://www.win... press-toys.com
Ongoing Each Sat 1/3/09 - 1/18/10; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: 2-6
Time: 11am-12n & 2pm-3pm
Cost: Free

DeBary Hall
210 Sunrise Boulevard
Debary, FL 32713
Movie Matinees
Families can see a kid-friendly movie in DeBary Hall's Imagidome Theater, then explore the grounds, take a hike, or ride on the property's bike trail.
386.668.3840; 386.736.5953
DeBaryhall@co.volusia.fl.us
http://debaryhall.com
Ongoing Each Sat 1/3/09 - 12/18/10; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: 3-19
Time: 10am
Cost: $2 suggested donation


Old Town
5770 West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway
Kissimmee, FL 34746
Saturday Nite Cruise
More than 300 classic cars, hot rods, street rods, and other unique vehicles are on display each Saturday beginning at 1pm, and then take part in the traditional cruise around Old Town at 8:30pm.
407.396.4888
http://www.old-town.com
Ongoing Each Sat 1/5/08 - 12/18/10; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: All Ages
Time: 1pm; Cruise 8:30pm
Cost: Free


Nathaniel's Hope's Make 'm Smile
Lake Eola Park
101 North Rosalind Avenue
Orlando, FL 32801
The 7th annual Make 'm Smile event is dedicated to celebrating kids with special needs (VIP kids) in Central Florida. Activities include the chance for families to "buddy up" with VIP children and their families for a walk around Lake Eola, a petting zoo, costumed characters, face painting, arts and crafts, a family concert, and more.
407.857.8224
http://www.NathanielsHope.org
6/6/09
Ages: All Ages
Time: 7:30am-1pm
Cost: Free