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Our Kissimmee Advertisers
H & L Builders
407-847-4211
BVL Pediatrics
407-344-0021
Osceola Press
407-933-1820
Butterfly Dan
321-624-3818
Operation Irrigation
321-624-3834
Spay The Strays
407-460-2305
Pest Pros
407-846-4162
Power One by Moses
407-483-1819
Broadway Cafe & Art
407-870-2787
GNC Ventura Downs
407-344-8040
Jerrich Print Center
407-933-0836
Starches Cleaners
407.891.9600
Lucy, Watson Realty
407.922.1953
Blue Aquatic Pool Service
407.847.2767
Our St. Cloud Advertisers
Little Angel Pediatrics
407-891-6000
Theobald Construction
407-957-6138
Billy's Pressure Washing
407-957-4325
Bella Roma Pizzaria
407-892-5800
Golden Eagle Engraving
407-957-8658
Gary Ketchum-Poffenbaugh Ford
407.892.2141
Sparkle House Cleaning
407.729.8704
Big 10 Tires
407.891.3661
Starches Cleaners
407.891.9600
Huff's Air Conditioning
407-957-2232
Bracy Builders
407-957-2580
Our Orlando Advertisers
Preferred Home Health
407-855-5728
Our Celebration Advertisers
Casa Di Bella Bridal
407.566.9198
Our Gainesville Advertisers
Junselle's Turkish Gold
352-316-5489
H & L Builders
407-847-4211
BVL Pediatrics
407-344-0021
Osceola Press
407-933-1820
Butterfly Dan
321-624-3818
Operation Irrigation
321-624-3834
Spay The Strays
407-460-2305
Pest Pros
407-846-4162
Power One by Moses
407-483-1819
Broadway Cafe & Art
407-870-2787
GNC Ventura Downs
407-344-8040
Jerrich Print Center
407-933-0836
Starches Cleaners
407.891.9600
Lucy, Watson Realty
407.922.1953
Blue Aquatic Pool Service
407.847.2767
Our St. Cloud Advertisers
Little Angel Pediatrics
407-891-6000
Theobald Construction
407-957-6138
Billy's Pressure Washing
407-957-4325
Bella Roma Pizzaria
407-892-5800
Golden Eagle Engraving
407-957-8658
Gary Ketchum-Poffenbaugh Ford
407.892.2141
Sparkle House Cleaning
407.729.8704
Big 10 Tires
407.891.3661
Starches Cleaners
407.891.9600
Huff's Air Conditioning
407-957-2232
Bracy Builders
407-957-2580
Our Orlando Advertisers
Preferred Home Health
407-855-5728
Our Celebration Advertisers
Casa Di Bella Bridal
407.566.9198
Our Gainesville Advertisers
Junselle's Turkish Gold
352-316-5489
KISSIMMEE:123rd Silver Spurs Rodeo
Friday, Jun. 5 – Sunday, Jun. 7, 2009
1875 Silver Spur Lane
Kissimmee, FL 34744
321-697-3495 Website: http://www.silverspursrodeo.com Sixty of professional rodeo’s top cowboys
leverage razor-sharp reflexes and brainy brawn atop the country’s top and most unpredictable
livestock. To charge tickets by phone, please call Ticketmaster at 407-839-3900 or visit www.
ticketmaster.com. To purchase tickets in person visit the Osceola Heritage Park Box Office M-F, 9am-
5pm. Silver Spurs Arena at Osceola Heritage Park Friday and Saturday at 7:30pm, Sunday at 2pm
Admission: $15.00
St. Cloud's Cajun Crawfish Festival
Friday, Jun. 12, 2009
St. Cloud, FL 34769
407-498-0008 Website: http://www.stcloudmainstreetflorida.org Everyone is invited to join in on the
fun with an “All you Can Eat Crawfish” at a monthly street festival that includes live entertainment,
crafters, kids play area, food vendors, themed atmosphere and much more.
Harmony: 4th Annual Flag Day Festival
Saturday, June 13th 4-9pm
Http://www.flagdayfestival.com
Join us in Harmony on Saturday, June 13th for the 4th Annual Flag Day Festival. The event will be
held in Harmony Town Square and is free and open to the public. We will have a color guard,
educational activities and events, an arts and crafts area, live music, activities for kids of all ages,
food vendors, beer garden, and much more. For more information, please call 407-891-2606
WINTER HAVEN'S 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Monday, July 4th, 2005 3 p.m.—9:30 p.m.
Orange Dome on Cypress Gardens Blvd. Featuring a karaoke contest, Little Miss & Mr.
Firecracker Pageant, children’s activities, food vendors, classic car show, and fireworks. Activities
start at 3 p.m. and fireworks show at 9:30 p.m. Call Leisure & Environmental Services at 291-5656
or The Florida Citrus Showcase at 292-9810 for information.
ST. CLOUD: KENYON LOCKRY TO SING AT 4TH OF JULY LAKEFRONT
CELEBRATION
JULY 4TH
The 4th of July Lakefront Celebration, a tradition in St. Cloud, will feature popular rising country
singer Kenyon Lockry and his band performing 6 – 9 pm. Kenyon is under contract with famed
country singer Mel Tillis, who has brought Kenyon to Nashville for several special appearances.
Kenyon Lockry will treat St. Cloud to a patriotic country concert which will end with a reading of the
Declaration of Independence to be followed by fireworks. The fireworks, sponsored by the City of St.
Cloud, have gained a reputation for their duration and quality, making it one of the top shows in
Central Florida. Other features of the 4th event, a production of the St. Cloud Greater Osceola
Chamber of Commerce, include the “All American Baby Contest” beginning at 1pm in the Marina
Building. For information for entry, contact Marcy Smiley 407-908-4042. Also fun to watch is St.
Cloud’s original “Wife Carrying Race.” Bring your own “wife” or “husband” to earn the 2009 Trophy
and wife’s weight in beer. To enroll to run the obstacle beach course laid out by the St. Cloud
Pavement Pounders, contact the Chamber 407-892-3671.
CELEBRATION, FL: All-American Fourth of July
July 4TH
A Flashback 4th of July
Relive the 70’s with “A Flashback 4th of July” Spectacular in Celebration Town Center. On July 4th,
Celebration Town Center will once again travel back in time. This time to an era when “Pong” was a
state-of-the-art video game, Disco was king, Star Wars was a cinematic sensation and the whole
world was just getting to know “The Brady Bunch”. Come experience the 70’s all over again as
Celebration Town Center celebrates July 4th with A Flashback 4th of July-Tribute to the 70’s. The
event begins at 5:00 PM and the 70’s themed fireworks show will get under way at 9:30 PM.
Celebration Town Center’s “A Flashback 4th of July” will feature a 70’s costume contest at 7:30 PM,
so break out your leisure suits, your halter tops, or whatever you can find and come dressed to
impress. It will also feature a fireworks spectacular set to the theme of the 70’s best loved music,
and a concert by local favorites-The Reflections Band beginning at 6:00 PM.
There will be something for people of all ages as Town Center’s KidZone will feature an assortment
of inflatable games for kids and teens that will include a jousting area, interactice games, face
painting and more. And the Radio Disney Road Crew will be on hand with great prizes, cool
contests and interactive fun for the whole family.
Additional music will be offered by The Dixieland Jazz Band. This unique group, made up of former
members of the “Rosie O’Grady’s Good Time Band” offers patriotic music for the whole family.
Presented by Lexin Capital and sponsored in part by The Celebration Hotel, The Celebration Town
Tavern, Schenck, Celebration Sanitation, Axis Magazine, Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty,Sam
Adams, T-Creative, The Mona Lisa Suites Hotel, and the Canyon Ranch Spa (at Gaylord Palms) this
event will be “the can’t miss place to be” this July 4th.
Come early, stay late and have fun at this years “A Flashback 4th of July”.
CELEBRATION, FL;4th of July Costume Contest
July 4, 7:30 p.m.
Market Street On July 4th, Celebration Town Center will once again travel back in time. Celebration
Town Center's "A Flashback 4th of July" will feature a 70's costume contest at 7:30 PM, so break out
your leisure suits, your halter tops, or whatever you can find and come dressed to impress. There
will be two categories to enter in. A General category and a resident only division. The general
category will have a $250 cash prize and the resident only category will have prizes totaling $300.
For more information contact Mike Nunez at 407-566-4015.
Downtown Orlando
July 4TH
A local tradition, the Lake Eola Fourth of July celebration features games, activities, entertainment
and spectacular fireworks. Location: Lake Eola, Rosalind Avenue (between Central Boulevard and
Robinson Street), downtown Orlando. Information: 407-246-2827.
Zephyrhills' National Night Out
August 4th from 4 – 9 pm
This is a locally sponsored event which is to help create crime and safety awareness for our youth.
There will be brochures, games, karaoke, food and entertainment. We will have the support of the
local Police and Community Partnerships. For any questions please contact MSZI@VERIZON.NET
OR CALL 813-780-1414.
July 3: Red Hot and Boom, Altamonte Springs. Popular festival and fireworks display that includes
live music from nationally and internationally known entertainers, as well as an awesome fireworks
display and food-beverage booths. Sponsored by the City of Altamonte Springs and XL 106.7 FM, it
is Central Florida's largest Independence Day celebration. At Cranes Roost Park. Free admission.
407-571-8857. www.orlando-florida.net/events/july
July 3: 1776 Independence Day Celebration, Titusville. Ice cream and lemonade social in a
downtown area transformed back in time. Historic tours, antique dealers, costumed participants.
Sponsored by Titusville Chamber of Commerce. 321-267-3036. www.nbbd.com/events/#jul9
July 4: Celebration of Freedom, Winter Springs. Gather the family and spend an all-American day of
live music, great food, kids' games, contests, activities and an awesome fireworks display over Lake
Jesup. At Central Winds Park. Free. 407-327-6593. www.orlando-florida.net/events/july/celebration-
of-freedom.htm
July 4: Moonlight Zip Line Party, St. Cloud. For a truly wild holiday adventure, step off into the abyss at
Forever Florida's All-American-themed zipline safari, moving over a series of cables at treetop level
at speeds up to 25 mph, viewing nocturnal animals on the move and an unbelievably beautiful night
sky full of stars. Expert guides see to your safety and help you spot wildlife. Afterwards join the crew
at the zipline pavilion for music, games, a cash bar and food. This activity is o offered weekly, on
Saturdays. Cost is $85 adults and children 10 and older. Advance reservations required. 866-854-
3837. http://floridaecosafaris.com/ZiplineSafaris/
July 4: Red, White and Boom, Titusville. Second annual holiday celebration presented by the City of
Titusville in partnership with the Valiant Air Command and Titusville-Cocoa Airport Authority. Vintage
aircraft on display, mini-flyovers, vendors, games, bands, great fireworks show and more. At Space
Coast Regional Airport. Free. 321-268-1941. www.nbbd.com/godo/vac/index.html
July 4: Red, White and Blue Picnic, Tarpon Springs. Holiday event with a European flair. Chicken, hot
dogs, hamburgers, all the fixings, salads and apple pie. At Tarpon Springs Castle Winery. 727-943-
7029. www.tarponspringschamber.org/default.cfm?page=cal
July 4: First Saturday Jam and Community Cookout, Barberville. Every first Saturday of the month
visit the Pioneer Settlement for the Creative Arts for entertainment and fun for the entire family. There
will be informal music jams, free workshops, and food, and at 3 p.m., there will be a barn-style
dance. 386-749-2959. www.pioneersettlement.org
July 4: Fourth of July Lakefest Celebration, St. Cloud. A community get-together on Lakeshore
Boulevard with day-long activities, entertainment, arts and crafts, and fireworks. Festivities start at 10
a.m. Free admission. http://goflorida.about.com/od/eventsfestivals/ss/fourthofjuly_2.htm
July 4: July Fourth Celebration, Cocoa. Independence Day celebration featuring The Brevard
Symphony Orchestra playing along with a beautiful fireworks display. From 5 to 9:30 p.m. At
Riverfront Park in downtown Cocoa Village. Free admission. 321-242-2024. www.cocoafl.
org/CurrentEvents.asp
July 4: Clearwater Celebrates America, Clearwater. Independence Day celebration featuring music,
food, arts, children's play areas and fireworks. At Coachman Park. Free. 727-562-4700. www.
clearwater-fl.com/calendar/events.asp
July 4: Independence Day Carillon Concert at Bok Tower, Lake Wales. Celebrate the birth of this
great country at Bok Tower Gardens National Historic Landmark, listening to patriotic tunes from
"America the Beautiful" and "Yankee Doodle" to "The Star-Spangled Banner." Concerts at 1 and 3 p.
m. Free with general sanctuary admission - adults $10; children 5-12 $3; free to members and
children under 5. www.boktowergardens.org/
July 4: July Fourth Celebration, Kissimmee. One of the most popular annual events in Osceola
County, this holiday celebration attracts more than 45,000 people and features live entertainment,
karaoke, arts and crafts, bingo, a food festival, water-ski show and a spectacular fireworks display.
At Kissimmee Lakefront Park. Free admission. 407-933-8368.
July 4: Fourth of July Celebration, Apopka. Patriotic day of family fun including live music, food,
games, prizes and spectacular fireworks display. At Roger Williams Field. Free. 407-886-2777.
www.orlando-florida.net/events/july/apopka-4thofjuly-celebration.htm
July 4: Fourth of July Celebration, Sanford. A family-oriented holiday extravaganza with live
entertainment, games, family activities and concessions, this event culminates with one of the
largest fireworks shows in Central Florida. Festivities take place along the city's brand- new
RiverWalk downtown, overlooking Lake Monroe. Admission is free. 407-302-2520. www.orlando-
florida.net/events/july/
July 4: Fourth of July Celebration, St. Cloud. Celebrate Independence Day along the laid-back St.
Cloud Lakefront with live music, carnival rides, a petting zoo, classic car show, model stock car
racing, an arts and crafts show, food and fireworks display. Admission is free. 407-892-3671. www.
orlando-florida.net/events/july/
July 4: Fireworks at the Fountain, Orlando. Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon around beautiful Lake Eola in
downtown Orlando with games, activities, live entertainment and delicious food, followed by a
fabulous 30-minute fireworks display at night. Admission is free. 407-246-2827. www.cityoforlando.
net/calendar.htm
July 4: Old-Fashioned July Fourth Celebration, Winter Park. Beautiful Central Park downtown is the
site of this lively festival featuring patriotic music, a parade, hot-dog-eating contest and other
activities for the whole family. Admission is free. 407-623-3363. www.orlando-florida.net/events/july
July 4: Walt Disney World July Fourth Celebrations, Lake Buena Vista. A variety of special events for
Fourth of July are scheduled at all four major theme parks – Magic Kingdom® Park, Epcot®,
Disney's Hollywood Studios™ and Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park – such as patriotic
parades, live music and spectacular fireworks shows. All Fourth of July celebrations are included in
the regular admission price. 407-934-7639. www.orlando-florida.net/events/july/
July 4: Old-Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration, Mount Dora. Independence Day celebration with a
parade, live music and fireworks at dusk. Sponsored by the Rotary Club. Free. 352-383-2165. www.
mountdora.com/events.php
July 4-5: Red, White and Zoo, Sanford. Celebrate Independence Day and Central Florida Zoo;s 34th
birthday with live music, games, food, children's crafts, face painting, waterslide, zoo animal
encounters, and a watermelon eating contest with Maude and Mary. Free with regular paid zoo
admission. 407-323-4450. www.centralfloridazoo.org
July 10: $1,000 Karaoke Contest, St. Cloud. Everyone is invited to join in on the fun at a monthly
street festival where finalists will compete for the $1,000 grand prize. Downtown St. Cloud. 7 to 10 p.
m. Free. 407-498-0008. http://www.stcloudmainstreetflorida.org
Celebration, FL: Summer Sidewalk Sale & “Survivor” Reunion
July 24th
Reality Television stars from the hit show “Survivor” to visit Celebration, Fl - Who will be the “Sale”
Survivor? Come meet the stars of the hit reality show “Survivor” as a part of this years Summer
Sidewalk Sale in beautiful Celebration Town Center and participate in the first ever “Sales” Survivor
Treasure Hunt July 24th through the 26th. On Friday, the Sidewalk Sale kicks off with a “Sales
Survivor: Treasure Hunt”. Visit the restaurants to get your “treasure map” and use the clues to
navigate through Celebration Town Center to uncover the answers. One “Sole Survivor” will walk
away with $500 worth in cash and prizes. Continuing on Friday a special VIP sponsor party will take
place at Celebration Hotel with all the cast members’ on-hand. On Saturday, a special autograph
signing will take place on Market Street from 3:00-5:00 PM and a special “Survivor Party” at the
Celebration Town Tavern will be held that evening with all proceeds from the party and autograph
signing benefiting Give Kids the World Village. On Sunday, the Sidewalk Sale continues and it will
be the last day to return your completed treasure maps to be eligible to win.
Kissimmee's Salsa Off Broadway
September 19, 2009, 5pm – 9pm
Toho Square! Enjoy a variety of Latin music, dance, art, culture, food, and lots of fun!
Kissimmee: A Cracker Christmas at the Pioneer Village
December 2009,
from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, the Osceola County Historical Society’s Pioneer Village will be open for it’
s first-ever Christmas event, A Cracker Christmas at the Pioneer Village, at which time, its authentic
late-1800s buildings will be adorned with the simplicity and charm of early homesteader Christmas
decorations, and special activities will include caroling, storytelling and pony rides for the children
and family arts & crafts workshops for making holiday decorations. For more info: History
Friday, Jun. 5 – Sunday, Jun. 7, 2009
1875 Silver Spur Lane
Kissimmee, FL 34744
321-697-3495 Website: http://www.silverspursrodeo.com Sixty of professional rodeo’s top cowboys
leverage razor-sharp reflexes and brainy brawn atop the country’s top and most unpredictable
livestock. To charge tickets by phone, please call Ticketmaster at 407-839-3900 or visit www.
ticketmaster.com. To purchase tickets in person visit the Osceola Heritage Park Box Office M-F, 9am-
5pm. Silver Spurs Arena at Osceola Heritage Park Friday and Saturday at 7:30pm, Sunday at 2pm
Admission: $15.00
St. Cloud's Cajun Crawfish Festival
Friday, Jun. 12, 2009
St. Cloud, FL 34769
407-498-0008 Website: http://www.stcloudmainstreetflorida.org Everyone is invited to join in on the
fun with an “All you Can Eat Crawfish” at a monthly street festival that includes live entertainment,
crafters, kids play area, food vendors, themed atmosphere and much more.
Harmony: 4th Annual Flag Day Festival
Saturday, June 13th 4-9pm
Http://www.flagdayfestival.com
Join us in Harmony on Saturday, June 13th for the 4th Annual Flag Day Festival. The event will be
held in Harmony Town Square and is free and open to the public. We will have a color guard,
educational activities and events, an arts and crafts area, live music, activities for kids of all ages,
food vendors, beer garden, and much more. For more information, please call 407-891-2606
WINTER HAVEN'S 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Monday, July 4th, 2005 3 p.m.—9:30 p.m.
Orange Dome on Cypress Gardens Blvd. Featuring a karaoke contest, Little Miss & Mr.
Firecracker Pageant, children’s activities, food vendors, classic car show, and fireworks. Activities
start at 3 p.m. and fireworks show at 9:30 p.m. Call Leisure & Environmental Services at 291-5656
or The Florida Citrus Showcase at 292-9810 for information.
ST. CLOUD: KENYON LOCKRY TO SING AT 4TH OF JULY LAKEFRONT
CELEBRATION
JULY 4TH
The 4th of July Lakefront Celebration, a tradition in St. Cloud, will feature popular rising country
singer Kenyon Lockry and his band performing 6 – 9 pm. Kenyon is under contract with famed
country singer Mel Tillis, who has brought Kenyon to Nashville for several special appearances.
Kenyon Lockry will treat St. Cloud to a patriotic country concert which will end with a reading of the
Declaration of Independence to be followed by fireworks. The fireworks, sponsored by the City of St.
Cloud, have gained a reputation for their duration and quality, making it one of the top shows in
Central Florida. Other features of the 4th event, a production of the St. Cloud Greater Osceola
Chamber of Commerce, include the “All American Baby Contest” beginning at 1pm in the Marina
Building. For information for entry, contact Marcy Smiley 407-908-4042. Also fun to watch is St.
Cloud’s original “Wife Carrying Race.” Bring your own “wife” or “husband” to earn the 2009 Trophy
and wife’s weight in beer. To enroll to run the obstacle beach course laid out by the St. Cloud
Pavement Pounders, contact the Chamber 407-892-3671.
CELEBRATION, FL: All-American Fourth of July
July 4TH
A Flashback 4th of July
Relive the 70’s with “A Flashback 4th of July” Spectacular in Celebration Town Center. On July 4th,
Celebration Town Center will once again travel back in time. This time to an era when “Pong” was a
state-of-the-art video game, Disco was king, Star Wars was a cinematic sensation and the whole
world was just getting to know “The Brady Bunch”. Come experience the 70’s all over again as
Celebration Town Center celebrates July 4th with A Flashback 4th of July-Tribute to the 70’s. The
event begins at 5:00 PM and the 70’s themed fireworks show will get under way at 9:30 PM.
Celebration Town Center’s “A Flashback 4th of July” will feature a 70’s costume contest at 7:30 PM,
so break out your leisure suits, your halter tops, or whatever you can find and come dressed to
impress. It will also feature a fireworks spectacular set to the theme of the 70’s best loved music,
and a concert by local favorites-The Reflections Band beginning at 6:00 PM.
There will be something for people of all ages as Town Center’s KidZone will feature an assortment
of inflatable games for kids and teens that will include a jousting area, interactice games, face
painting and more. And the Radio Disney Road Crew will be on hand with great prizes, cool
contests and interactive fun for the whole family.
Additional music will be offered by The Dixieland Jazz Band. This unique group, made up of former
members of the “Rosie O’Grady’s Good Time Band” offers patriotic music for the whole family.
Presented by Lexin Capital and sponsored in part by The Celebration Hotel, The Celebration Town
Tavern, Schenck, Celebration Sanitation, Axis Magazine, Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty,Sam
Adams, T-Creative, The Mona Lisa Suites Hotel, and the Canyon Ranch Spa (at Gaylord Palms) this
event will be “the can’t miss place to be” this July 4th.
Come early, stay late and have fun at this years “A Flashback 4th of July”.
CELEBRATION, FL;4th of July Costume Contest
July 4, 7:30 p.m.
Market Street On July 4th, Celebration Town Center will once again travel back in time. Celebration
Town Center's "A Flashback 4th of July" will feature a 70's costume contest at 7:30 PM, so break out
your leisure suits, your halter tops, or whatever you can find and come dressed to impress. There
will be two categories to enter in. A General category and a resident only division. The general
category will have a $250 cash prize and the resident only category will have prizes totaling $300.
For more information contact Mike Nunez at 407-566-4015.
Downtown Orlando
July 4TH
A local tradition, the Lake Eola Fourth of July celebration features games, activities, entertainment
and spectacular fireworks. Location: Lake Eola, Rosalind Avenue (between Central Boulevard and
Robinson Street), downtown Orlando. Information: 407-246-2827.
Zephyrhills' National Night Out
August 4th from 4 – 9 pm
This is a locally sponsored event which is to help create crime and safety awareness for our youth.
There will be brochures, games, karaoke, food and entertainment. We will have the support of the
local Police and Community Partnerships. For any questions please contact MSZI@VERIZON.NET
OR CALL 813-780-1414.
July 3: Red Hot and Boom, Altamonte Springs. Popular festival and fireworks display that includes
live music from nationally and internationally known entertainers, as well as an awesome fireworks
display and food-beverage booths. Sponsored by the City of Altamonte Springs and XL 106.7 FM, it
is Central Florida's largest Independence Day celebration. At Cranes Roost Park. Free admission.
407-571-8857. www.orlando-florida.net/events/july
July 3: 1776 Independence Day Celebration, Titusville. Ice cream and lemonade social in a
downtown area transformed back in time. Historic tours, antique dealers, costumed participants.
Sponsored by Titusville Chamber of Commerce. 321-267-3036. www.nbbd.com/events/#jul9
July 4: Celebration of Freedom, Winter Springs. Gather the family and spend an all-American day of
live music, great food, kids' games, contests, activities and an awesome fireworks display over Lake
Jesup. At Central Winds Park. Free. 407-327-6593. www.orlando-florida.net/events/july/celebration-
of-freedom.htm
July 4: Moonlight Zip Line Party, St. Cloud. For a truly wild holiday adventure, step off into the abyss at
Forever Florida's All-American-themed zipline safari, moving over a series of cables at treetop level
at speeds up to 25 mph, viewing nocturnal animals on the move and an unbelievably beautiful night
sky full of stars. Expert guides see to your safety and help you spot wildlife. Afterwards join the crew
at the zipline pavilion for music, games, a cash bar and food. This activity is o offered weekly, on
Saturdays. Cost is $85 adults and children 10 and older. Advance reservations required. 866-854-
3837. http://floridaecosafaris.com/ZiplineSafaris/
July 4: Red, White and Boom, Titusville. Second annual holiday celebration presented by the City of
Titusville in partnership with the Valiant Air Command and Titusville-Cocoa Airport Authority. Vintage
aircraft on display, mini-flyovers, vendors, games, bands, great fireworks show and more. At Space
Coast Regional Airport. Free. 321-268-1941. www.nbbd.com/godo/vac/index.html
July 4: Red, White and Blue Picnic, Tarpon Springs. Holiday event with a European flair. Chicken, hot
dogs, hamburgers, all the fixings, salads and apple pie. At Tarpon Springs Castle Winery. 727-943-
7029. www.tarponspringschamber.org/default.cfm?page=cal
July 4: First Saturday Jam and Community Cookout, Barberville. Every first Saturday of the month
visit the Pioneer Settlement for the Creative Arts for entertainment and fun for the entire family. There
will be informal music jams, free workshops, and food, and at 3 p.m., there will be a barn-style
dance. 386-749-2959. www.pioneersettlement.org
July 4: Fourth of July Lakefest Celebration, St. Cloud. A community get-together on Lakeshore
Boulevard with day-long activities, entertainment, arts and crafts, and fireworks. Festivities start at 10
a.m. Free admission. http://goflorida.about.com/od/eventsfestivals/ss/fourthofjuly_2.htm
July 4: July Fourth Celebration, Cocoa. Independence Day celebration featuring The Brevard
Symphony Orchestra playing along with a beautiful fireworks display. From 5 to 9:30 p.m. At
Riverfront Park in downtown Cocoa Village. Free admission. 321-242-2024. www.cocoafl.
org/CurrentEvents.asp
July 4: Clearwater Celebrates America, Clearwater. Independence Day celebration featuring music,
food, arts, children's play areas and fireworks. At Coachman Park. Free. 727-562-4700. www.
clearwater-fl.com/calendar/events.asp
July 4: Independence Day Carillon Concert at Bok Tower, Lake Wales. Celebrate the birth of this
great country at Bok Tower Gardens National Historic Landmark, listening to patriotic tunes from
"America the Beautiful" and "Yankee Doodle" to "The Star-Spangled Banner." Concerts at 1 and 3 p.
m. Free with general sanctuary admission - adults $10; children 5-12 $3; free to members and
children under 5. www.boktowergardens.org/
July 4: July Fourth Celebration, Kissimmee. One of the most popular annual events in Osceola
County, this holiday celebration attracts more than 45,000 people and features live entertainment,
karaoke, arts and crafts, bingo, a food festival, water-ski show and a spectacular fireworks display.
At Kissimmee Lakefront Park. Free admission. 407-933-8368.
July 4: Fourth of July Celebration, Apopka. Patriotic day of family fun including live music, food,
games, prizes and spectacular fireworks display. At Roger Williams Field. Free. 407-886-2777.
www.orlando-florida.net/events/july/apopka-4thofjuly-celebration.htm
July 4: Fourth of July Celebration, Sanford. A family-oriented holiday extravaganza with live
entertainment, games, family activities and concessions, this event culminates with one of the
largest fireworks shows in Central Florida. Festivities take place along the city's brand- new
RiverWalk downtown, overlooking Lake Monroe. Admission is free. 407-302-2520. www.orlando-
florida.net/events/july/
July 4: Fourth of July Celebration, St. Cloud. Celebrate Independence Day along the laid-back St.
Cloud Lakefront with live music, carnival rides, a petting zoo, classic car show, model stock car
racing, an arts and crafts show, food and fireworks display. Admission is free. 407-892-3671. www.
orlando-florida.net/events/july/
July 4: Fireworks at the Fountain, Orlando. Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon around beautiful Lake Eola in
downtown Orlando with games, activities, live entertainment and delicious food, followed by a
fabulous 30-minute fireworks display at night. Admission is free. 407-246-2827. www.cityoforlando.
net/calendar.htm
July 4: Old-Fashioned July Fourth Celebration, Winter Park. Beautiful Central Park downtown is the
site of this lively festival featuring patriotic music, a parade, hot-dog-eating contest and other
activities for the whole family. Admission is free. 407-623-3363. www.orlando-florida.net/events/july
July 4: Walt Disney World July Fourth Celebrations, Lake Buena Vista. A variety of special events for
Fourth of July are scheduled at all four major theme parks – Magic Kingdom® Park, Epcot®,
Disney's Hollywood Studios™ and Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park – such as patriotic
parades, live music and spectacular fireworks shows. All Fourth of July celebrations are included in
the regular admission price. 407-934-7639. www.orlando-florida.net/events/july/
July 4: Old-Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration, Mount Dora. Independence Day celebration with a
parade, live music and fireworks at dusk. Sponsored by the Rotary Club. Free. 352-383-2165. www.
mountdora.com/events.php
July 4-5: Red, White and Zoo, Sanford. Celebrate Independence Day and Central Florida Zoo;s 34th
birthday with live music, games, food, children's crafts, face painting, waterslide, zoo animal
encounters, and a watermelon eating contest with Maude and Mary. Free with regular paid zoo
admission. 407-323-4450. www.centralfloridazoo.org
July 10: $1,000 Karaoke Contest, St. Cloud. Everyone is invited to join in on the fun at a monthly
street festival where finalists will compete for the $1,000 grand prize. Downtown St. Cloud. 7 to 10 p.
m. Free. 407-498-0008. http://www.stcloudmainstreetflorida.org
Celebration, FL: Summer Sidewalk Sale & “Survivor” Reunion
July 24th
Reality Television stars from the hit show “Survivor” to visit Celebration, Fl - Who will be the “Sale”
Survivor? Come meet the stars of the hit reality show “Survivor” as a part of this years Summer
Sidewalk Sale in beautiful Celebration Town Center and participate in the first ever “Sales” Survivor
Treasure Hunt July 24th through the 26th. On Friday, the Sidewalk Sale kicks off with a “Sales
Survivor: Treasure Hunt”. Visit the restaurants to get your “treasure map” and use the clues to
navigate through Celebration Town Center to uncover the answers. One “Sole Survivor” will walk
away with $500 worth in cash and prizes. Continuing on Friday a special VIP sponsor party will take
place at Celebration Hotel with all the cast members’ on-hand. On Saturday, a special autograph
signing will take place on Market Street from 3:00-5:00 PM and a special “Survivor Party” at the
Celebration Town Tavern will be held that evening with all proceeds from the party and autograph
signing benefiting Give Kids the World Village. On Sunday, the Sidewalk Sale continues and it will
be the last day to return your completed treasure maps to be eligible to win.
Kissimmee's Salsa Off Broadway
September 19, 2009, 5pm – 9pm
Toho Square! Enjoy a variety of Latin music, dance, art, culture, food, and lots of fun!
Kissimmee: A Cracker Christmas at the Pioneer Village
December 2009,
from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, the Osceola County Historical Society’s Pioneer Village will be open for it’
s first-ever Christmas event, A Cracker Christmas at the Pioneer Village, at which time, its authentic
late-1800s buildings will be adorned with the simplicity and charm of early homesteader Christmas
decorations, and special activities will include caroling, storytelling and pony rides for the children
and family arts & crafts workshops for making holiday decorations. For more info: History
| WINTER HAVEN'S FARMER'S MARKET Corner of 3rd Street and Avenue G, N.W. Every Thursday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Direct community farmers’ markets benefit Florida farmers by providing direct outlets for their produce and benefit customers by providing easy access to a wide variety of fresh, wholesome locally grown commodities. For information on reserving booth space, please contact Dorothy McKinley at 291-5870. KISSIMMEE'S FARMER'S MARKET Every Thursday 7:00am TO 1pm in Toho Square (corner of Darlington Ave and Pleasant Street) Historic Downtown Kissimmee. ST CLOUD'S FARMER'S MARKET The St. Cloud Farmer's Market opened in November, 2007. We feature fresh produce, fresh made breads and cookies, hand made wood crafts, liquid nutrition supplements, orchids, nursery items (plants), salsa, hand made wreaths, natural doggie treats , and fresh seafood. The St. Cloud Farmer's Market is sponsored by the St. Cloud Main Street Program, a non- profit organization. We are working towards preserving the heritage of our town. The proceeds from the Market go towards this goal by putting revenue back into the community. |