Wednesday July 6, 2011
I just came across this promotion offered by Bank of America for it's customers called Museums on Us. Customers can receive free admission to:
The free ticket offer is valid the first full weekend of each month throughout 2011. Just present a photo ID and any valid Bank of America/Merrill Lynch credit or debit card to receive one free general admission. Some exclusions apply if the museum is hosting a fundraising event, special exhibitions or ticketed shows.
This promotion is not limited to just Orlando Museums. As part of Museums on Us, more than 152 leading U.S. cultural institutions, in 87 cities across the country, open their doors to bank cardholders on the first full weekend of each month. Participating institutions include museums, historical sites, botanical gardens, science centers and zoos. Other upcoming weekends include: August 6-7, September 3-4, October 1-2, November 5-6 and December 3-4, 2011.
Photo © T.Johnston, Orlando Museum of Art
Tuesday July 5, 2011
Casey Anthony was found not guilty of all felony charges relating to the death of her 2-year-old daughter, Caylee Marie Anthony.
Casey was found guilty only on four counts of giving false information to police. She will be sentenced later this week on those misdemeanors charges.
Is the drama over or just beginning? Will the police continue to search for truth about who killed Caylee Anthony? Post your thoughts and comments.
Photo © Orange County Public Records
Sunday July 3, 2011
Photo © WDW
Take a break from the summer heat with a little winter distraction - one for adults, the other for the kids. Winter or Summer, the choice is yours.
Created by Santa's elves as a place to play mini golf, Disney's Winter Summerland provides two distinctly different 18-hole golf experiences for a day of family fun -- a summer course and a winter course.
Orlando's IceBar is for those 21 and up. The Ice Lounge is kept at a chilly 27 degrees while the Fire Lounge offers the hottest top 40 dance tunes.
Photo © ICEBAR Orlando
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Friday July 1, 2011
Since taking a lightning strike in September of 2009, Orlando icon, the Lake Eola Park Fountain has been inoperable. This July 4th, during the Fireworks at the Fountain celebration in Downtown Orlando, the Fountain will once again grace the Orlando skyline. The fountain will be turned on at 9:30pm, as a prelude to the fireworks display. The newly renovated ($1.6 million renovation) will include a light and water show that will be choreographed to music being played around the park.
The fountain which was originally installed in 1912 (at a cost of around $10,000) and replaced in 1957 has become a familiar Orlando landmark. For those wishing to own a piece of the fountain, the city is offering souvenirs for sale. These include remnants and attractive cut outs, including shapes of swans and the fountain. They will be on sale Monday at Lake Eola Park or can be purchased after Monday by calling 407.246.2284. The proceeds from these sales will go to the Orlando Community & Youth Trust, a non-profit organization that supports the Families, Parks and Recreation Department
More on the Lake Eola Park in Downtown Orlando and July 4th Fireworks Celebrations in Orlando.
