Volusa County Fair - October 30th

THE FAIR OPENS at 4:00 pm FREE GATE ADMISSION ON THE 30th
Opening Ceremonies 7:00 pm

Volusia County Fair and Expo Center, 3150 E State Road 44, Deland, Florida 32724

Cost: FREE (only on October 30th)

Each weekend, volunteers of this animal rescue organization bring out cute little cats and dogs who are looking for a good home. If you're looking for a pet, stop by the Adoption Fair and pick out a four-legged friend.

When: Sundays and Saturdays : 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Event Phone Number: 352-243-9795

Box office:407-297-8110

PetsMart 9525 W. Colonial Drive Ocoee, FL 32808

 

Cirque du Soleil: La Nouba

The 3rd Annual VegFest, FREE. When: October 25th, 10AM - 6 PM. Where:Loch Haven Park, 900 East Princeton Street
Orlando, FL 32803. Approximately 45 minutes from Celebration.
http://www.cfvegfest.org/Schedule.html

Rolling Hills,and Cypress Trees

A half hour from WDW Magic Kingdom is another kind of magic place ? a land of rolling hills, cypress trees draped thickly with Spanish moss, old citrus trees, gopher tortoises, deer and other wildlife. Directly west of Disney World this natural world is available to visitors of Lake Louisa State Park, located off US 27 just south of Clermont.

A key charm of Lake Louisa are the new cabins available for rent for $110 a night. Calling them cabins totally undersells what you'll find, two bedroom/two bath homes with expansive screen porches with rocking chairs (pictured here) overlooking a lake. The kitchen has microwave, dishwasher and everything you need to set up housekeeping. With a sleeper sofa, the cabins sleep six and are ideal for families. In the winter, visitors cozy up around the gas fireplaces.

Other charms of Lake Louisa:
• a swimming beach with white sand studded by ancient cypress trees.
• 20 miles of hiking trails, many leading to small picturesque lakes.
• Hills! Yes, hills over 100 feet high make this very exotic for flat-landers.

A short drive from Orlando, this park is noted for its six beautiful lakes, rolling hills, and scenic landscapes. Lake Louisa is the largest in a chain of 13 lakes connected by the Palatlakaha River, which is designated as an Outstanding Florida Waterway. Lake Louisa, Dixie Lake, and Hammond Lake, the park's most accessible lakes, provide access for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. Anglers can fish in four of the park's six lakes, but gasoline-powered boats are not allowed; only boats powered by trolling motors or without motors are permitted. Camping facilities and more than 15 miles of horse trails are available for equestrians. For hikers and backpackers, the park has over 20 miles of hiking trails with excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing. Dixie Lake has a fishing pier, canoe/kayak launch, and a picnic pavilion.The park also has a full-facility campground, fully furnished cabins for rent, and primitive campsites. Lake Louisa State Park is located just seven miles south of State Road 50 in Clermont on U.S. 27.

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See Florida's Tallest Waterfall (67 feet)
Maybe Florida's only water fall



The star of this small but interesting park is a 67-foot waterfall -- the only waterfall in Florida -- that performs a disappearing act. The water tumbles into an unusual sinkhole: Unlike most limestone sinkholes, it isn't shaped like a funnel. Instead, the 20-foot-wide hole is so perfectly cylindrical that it appears manmade.

Curiously, no one knows where the water goes. Several years ago scientists dropped dye into the hole but were unable to trace its underground path.

An overlook platform that stands about 15 feet down in the sinkhole allows visitors a misty view of the waterfall from top to bottom.

Mosses and ferns cover much of the sinkhole, which is surrounded by forest. The temperature drops a couple of degrees during the short descent to the overlook. In a few steps you are transported millions of years into the past to a primeval Florida. Its earthy odor fills the nostrils.

Limestone forms Florida's skeletal system. In most places, the highly mineralized rock is well below the surface of the land. But in this part of the Panhandle the limestone is often exposed on the surface. A sinkhole forms when the limestone roof of a cavern collapses after being weakened by rainwater, which is slightly acidic.

Near the waterfall, a quarter-mile boardwalk takes visitors through a rocky land pocked with ancient sinkholes and caves. It is an up and down land: The sinkholes and caves pull your eyes downward, while the towering presence of hardwoods such as Southern magnolia, dogwood and white oak urges them upward in admiration.

Huge trees and fern-covered sinkholes line Sink Hole Trail, the boardwalk that leads visitors to Florida's highest waterfall. Falling Waters Sink is a 100-foot deep, 20-foot wide cylindrical pit into which flows a small stream that drops 73 feet to the bottom of the sink. The water's final destination remains unknown. Only a few miles south of I-10, the park provides travelers with a quiet, serene stop on their journey. Visitors can see beautiful native and migrating butterflies in the butterfly garden, take a dip in the lake, or have a family picnic. Hikers can experience the verdant, gently sloping landscape of North Florida. Park rangers host interpretive programs in the amphitheater. Full-facility campsites nestled in a shady pine forest provide the perfect excuse for an overnight stay at Falling Waters. Located three miles south of Chipley, off State Road 77A.

Falling Waters State Park is in the panhandle, about three miles south of Chipley, off State Road 77A. Exit Interstate 10 at State Road 77, Chipley, and go south to 77A. Go east to the park entrance.

Native American Festival, Silver Springs.

Members of tribes from North and South America will perform ancient ceremonial dances in traditional regalia, tell centuries-old stories and demonstrate their ancient arts and crafts. Other activities include a Seminole Hunting Camp, geo dig, art contest, displays of Native American artifacts and war paddles, and much more. At Silver Springs. Admission $34.99. 352-236-2121. http://www.silversprings.com

$10 off coupon
http://www.silversprings.com/coupon/08_11.html 

Fort Myers Boat Show, Fort Myers.

Boats, boats, boats galore ? more than 800 -- fill the streets, waters, and Harborshide Event Center at this annual event. Admission $9. 239-337-9210. www.fortmyersboatshow.com

 

Nov. 14-15:

8th Annual Quilts and Tea Festival, Davenport.

Quilt on an old-fashioned quilt frame, and taste teas to define choices of fine teas. Reenactors from the 1860s, in costume, will share life from that era as it relates to quilts and tea. At Davenport Historic District. Free. 863-422-2267.

Produced by the Winter Garden Heritage Foundation, MusicFest has become an annual tradition that can't be missed with three days of family-friendly entertainment and over 19 hours of music, food, vendors and a special KidzFest area.  From classical to zydeco, bluegrass to jazz, over 30 live music acts will perform on two outdoor stages and in the Garden Theatre.  Many Central Florida residents will be among the professional musicians showcasing their talent. 

 

When: October 2 : 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
October 3 : 12 p.m. - 11 p.m.
October 4 : 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Price: free admission, free parking

Event Phone Number: 407-656-3244

http://www.wintergardenmusicfest...

Garden Theatre : Orlando

160 W. Plant St.

Winter Garden, FL 34787

407-877-4736

On September 25, 2009 Audubon Park Garden District is holding Zombietoberfest. This event will have several elements to it a zombie parade where zombies take over Corrine Drive, there will be an area where bands dressed like zombies will perform, a beer garden and a film fest where we will show a series of short zombie films.

Corner of Corrine Drive and East Winter Park Road $10 for walk and beer $ 5 to enter costume contest. Make up artists will be available prior to the event to help zombify.

When: September 25 : 6:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Price: $10 for walk and beer $ 5 to enter costume contest

Event Phone Number: 407-540-8776 http://www.apgardens.com

 

Bikes, Beans & Bordeaux  Baldwin Park

3022 Corrine Drive

Orlando, FL 32803

407-427-1440

The Pro-A Surf Festival will take place at two locations, Shepard Park and the Cocoa Beach Pier.  The main activities including all Professional divisions and most amateur divistions will take place at Shepard Park like last year's event.  The Tandem and Stand Up events will take place at the pier. Check out NKFSurf.com for complete schedule and details.

When: Daily 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. (ends September 7)

Price: free for spectators

Event Phone Number:

321-783-7549

http://www.nkfsurf.com/

Cocoa Beach Pier  Cocoa Beach, FL 32931 321-783-7549