Archive for ‘October’

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AST Dew Tour coming back to Orlando

Action sports fans get ready, the AST Dew Tour is coming back to Orlando!
The 2008 season, with events in five cities, will once again feature Orlando as its ultimate stop in the season-long race for the Dew Cup. Scheduled for October 16-19 at the Amway Arena, the action sports stars will compete in six events […]

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October Book Giveaway Winner

After two long days, we’ve found our first winner of the monthly book review and giveaway. Alex, of alexrudloff.com and emurse.com, will receive a free copy of “Great Dates Orlando: 52 Ways to Experience Orlando’s Romantic Side”, by Kristen Manieri.
I’d also like to thank Kristen for her involvement in this month’s giveaway. We e-mailed her […]

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Orlando Magic’s 19th Season Starts Halloween Night

The Orlando Magic’s opening game should be an entertaining affair on Wednesday night. The 7pm tip-off versus the Milwaukee Bucks will mark the beginning of the team’s 19th season in the NBA and hopefully their 10th year of making the playoffs. With Dwight Howard improving his game in the off-season by adding a mid-range jumper, […]

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Shuttle Discovery launch photo

While it’s not the most perfect picture of all-time, I did manage to capture a picture of the Space Shuttle Discovery from the shores of Lake Eola in Downtown Orlando as it climbed into outer space. Feel free to send in your own pictures of the launch and we’ll add them to the site.
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Rock for a Cure 2007

On Friday, October 26, local radio station O-Rock 105.9 and the Susan G. Komen foundation of Central Florida will present Rock For A Cure 2007 at the House of Blues at Downtown Disney West Side. This concert, with all proceeds benefiting the Susan G. Komen foundation, which is working to help find a cure for […]

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Cole Bros. Circus in Ocoee this weekend

When I hear that a circus is coming to town, the first thing that comes to mind is the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus. After all, “The Greatest Show on Earth” has been around for over 130 years and travels to every major metropolitan city across the country. They are an American tradition.
This […]

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