Seminole County's August 2007 Events Calendar
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Calendar of Events
August 21-October 26 Casselberry City Hall Public Art Series
Wild About Animals - Celebrating the Wild Kingdom with the Central Florida Zoo. Free. 8:00 am- 5:00 pm. Reception: August 21, 6:00-8:00 pm. 95 Triplett Lake Dr. 407.262.7720
Saturday, August 25, 7:00 pm The Center for Contemporary Dance
Rejuvenation - Works by U-Turn Dance's three professional contemporary dance companies, Rejuvenation is made accessible to blind and deaf persons. At the Helen Stairs Theatre, Sanford. Tickets: $22. 407.695.8366; MovetheLife.com
Saturday, Aug 25, 2007
Celery City Cruisers - A Monthly Cruise-in at the Riverwalk. No entry fee plus plenty of door prizes to be given awat and a 50-50 cash prize. Trophies for muffler rapping, flame throwing, and more. 5-9pm on Seminole Blvd.
Thursday, Aug 30, 2007
Lake Mary Senior Resource Fair
Where: Lake Mary Senior Center 9 am - 12 pm
Cost: free
Check out flier on lakemaryfl.com. Scroll to center of page under News & Events and click on Lake Mary Senior Resource Fair. Exhibitors include: Elder Law information, financial advisors, Veteran's services, alzheimer's resources, home health providers, and more. Breakfast and lunch provided.
Below is a list of galleries, attractions, museums, historical places of interest, parks, zoos, sporting activities all located within Seminole County.
Artistic Hand 353 N. Central Ave Oviedo, FL 32765 Phone: (407) 366-7882
Casselberry Art House 125 Quail Pond Circle Casselberry, FL 32707 Phone: (407) 262-7774
Gallery on First 211 East First Street Sanford, FL 32771 Phone: (407) 323-2774
Working artist studios Jeanine Taylor Folk Art 211 East First Street Sanford, FL 32771 Phone: (407) 323-2774
Art from the Deep South Riverhouse Pottery 118 Palmetto Avenue Sanford, FL 32881 Phone:(407) 323-9272
Steinway Galleries 303 E. Altamonte Drive Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 Phone: (407) 339-3771
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Here are some of Seminole County's best attractions.
AIRBOAT TOURS Bill's Airboat Adventures St. Johns River, East of Sanford Phone: (407) 977-3214 Visit Web Site Guided nature tours leaving from points east of Orlando/Sanford on the St. Johns River; daily by appointment. Personal attention from an experienced guide, a U.S. Coast Guard licensed Master Captain.
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Black Hammock Adventures - Airboat Tours 2536 Black Hammock Fish Camp Rd Oviedo, FL 32765 Phone: (407) 977-8235 Visit Web Site Experience the thrill of an airboat ride on beautiful Lake Jesup in Oviedo, Florida. Situated in a beautiful rural setting on Lake Jesup. Ten thousand acres large and over 100,000 years old, Lake Jesup flows directly into the St. Johns River. It is home to some of Florida's most unique wildlife. See beautiful foliage, alligators, eagles, osprey, and many types of wildlife in their natural habitat. Lake Jesup is anthropologically rich and has been researched by at least 3 major universities. Don't forget your camera, Lake Jesup has the highest population of alligators of any lake in Florida. It is sure to be a thrilling ride. Call for detailed directions.
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Captain John Kumiski's Spotted Tail Guided Outdoor Adventures 284 Clearview Rd Chuluota, FL 32766 Phone: (407) 977-5207 Visit Web Site Custom kayaking, wildlife watching and fishing trips.
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Central Florida Airboat Tours 4650 East State Road 46 at the Geneva Bridge Sanford, FL Phone: (407) 321-0753 Visit Web Site An exciting new adventure awaits you at Central Florida Airboat Tours. Located one hour from Orlando attractions, operating out of Jolly Gator Fish Camp, you can board an airboat and travel into the heart and soul of Lake Jesup and Lake Harney.
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AMUSEMENT PARKS
Fun World 4311 Orlando Ave. Sanford, FL 32773 Phone: (407) 330-1792 Visit Web Site Fun World is a family amusement park featuring go-karts, bumper boats, bumper cars, miniature golf, 15 adult rides and 8 kiddie rides, a 250 game arcade, a birthday party restaurant and more.
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HISTORICAL INTERESTS
Bradlee-McIntyre House 130 W. Warren Ave. Longwood, FL 32750 Phone: (407) 332-0225 The Bradlee-McIntyre House was built about 1885 and is the only surviving "cottage" in Orange and Seminole counties. It is typical of the flamboyant houses of the Victorian Period.
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Helen Stairs Theatre for the Performing Arts 201 S. Magnolia Ave. Sanford, FL 32771 Phone: (407) 321-8111 Visit Web Site This beautifully restored historic Vaudeville Theatre hosts a wide range of performances: plays, musicals, ballets, operas, recitals, pageants, and lectures.
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Museum of Seminole County History 300 Bush Boulevard Sanford, FL 32773 Phone: (407) 321-2489 Visit Web Site Located just four miles south of Sanford across from Flea World on Highway 17/92, this intimate museum offers a glimpse at Seminole County's agricultural history as well as life of days gone by showcasing a vast collection of period antiques, historical photographs and exhibits of early Florida agriculture and transportation. Hours: 9am - 5pm, Monday through Friday, and 9am - 4pm on Saturdays.
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Sanford Museum 520 E. First Street Sanford, FL 32771 Phone: (407) 302-1000 In 1870 General Henry Shelton Sanford, former Minister to Belgium, purchased 12,535 acres of land and laid out his namesake community. General Sanford arranged for a colony of Swedes to settle the area, work an orange grove and experiment with fruits and flowers from all over the world. The first county fair was held in 1881 on land donated by General Sanford. The Sanford Museum allows one to step back in time and visit the family of General Sanford as well as get a glimpse of life in Seminole County in the late 1800s. Donations are accepted. Special exhibits on local sports history.
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Student Museum 301 W. Seventh St Sanford, FL 32771 Phone: (407) 320-0520 Visit Web Site Seminole County School Museum is the fourth oldest school in continuous use in Florida, and the first high school in what was then Orange County. The Student Museum and Center for Social Studies is an interpretative center and teaching museum. The Museum is open to the public weekdays from 1:30-4:00 pm.
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NATURE ACTIVITIES Big Tree Park 761 General Hutchinson Parkway Longwood, FL 32750 Phone: (407) 788-0405 Visit Web Site You will see natural vegetation and marsh lands as you make your way on the boardwalk to "The Senator", the park's main attraction a 3,500 year old Bald Cypress. This is recognized as Florida's "Big Tree". Facilities include a boardwalk, picnic tables, and restrooms.
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Central Florida Zoological Park 3755 NW U.S. Hwy 17-92 Sanford, FL 32771 Phone: (407) 323-4450 Visit Web Site Connect with nature in just a few hours. Stroll along winding pathways to encounter 100's of mammals, reptiles and birds close-up. Weekend animal programs. A favorite for kids of all ages.
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Little Big Econ State Forest 1350 Snow Hill Rd Geneva, FL 32732 Phone: (407) 971-3500 Visit Web Site Little Big Econ State Forest has an abundance of recreation opportunities including canoeing, fishing, and trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding.
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Rock Springs Riding Stables Springs Run State Reserve P.O. Box 1544 Sorrento, FL 32776 Phone: (352) 735-6266 Visit Web Site Guided horseback tours on scenic trails filled with Florida wildlife.
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Wekiwa Springs State Park 1800 Wekiwa Circle Apopka, FL 32712 Phone: (407) 884-2008 Visit Web Site With almost 6,900 acres of wild scenery, Wekiwa Springs State Park offers an opportunity to see how central Florida looked when the Timicuan Indians speared fish in the spring-fed creeks and stalked deer in the uplands. Canoe rentals are available and a concession provides refreshments. The picnic area, playground and family camping area provide electric and water hook-ups, restroom and dump station. A primitive camping area is available for youth groups. Group camp with cabins, meeting hall and dining facility can be used by groups engaged in conservation of environmental activities. For the more adventurous, two backpacking campsites are located along 13 miles of hiking trail.
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ON THE WATER Captain Dana's Fishing & Scenic Tours 2360 Clay Ct. Longwood, FL 32779 Phone: (407) 645-5462 Visit Web Site Enjoy bass or flats fishing on central Florida's pristine lakes, rivers, bays and lagoons. Relax on a scenic tour of Florida's wetlands and forests.
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Fun Maritime Academy 531 N. Palmetto Avenue 'A' Dock Sanford, FL 32771 Phone: (407) 330-0633 or 1-866-320-SAIL Fax: (407) 330-0788 Visit Web Site Come discover the Joy of Sailing. Fun Maritime Academy uses the highest quality boats. Instructors are certified by the American Sailing Association and US Sailing. All study materials are included and ASA certification is awarded upon successful completion of most courses.
Fun Maritime also offers boat rentals! Rent a runabout or pontoon boat for a lazy trip up the river or to see the sights on the lake.
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Mosquito Coast Fishing Charters 540 Lake Lenelle Drive Chuluota, FL 32766 Phone: (407) 366-8085 or (407) 416-1187 or (866) 790-8081 Visit Web Site Quality guided fishing trips and outdoors adventures. Captain Tom provides a wide range of camping and light tackle saltwater and freshwater fishing charters.
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Rivership Romance 433 North Palmetto Avenue Sanford, FL 32771 Phone: (407) 321-5091 Price Range: $$$$ ($30+ average per person) Visit Web Site Relax and dine while cruising the historic St. Johns River. Entertainment, menu selection, unsurpassable hospitality. Climate controlled. Reservations required.
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St. Johns River Cruises 2100 W. French Ave. (Blue Springs State Park) Orange City, FL 32763-9510 Phone: (407) 330-1612 Visit Web Site Experience Florida's natural destination on the St. Johns River at Blue Springs State Park. Two-hour interactive narration by captain aboard the custom-built 49-passenger pontoon boat Native II. Two tours daily at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. 365 days weather permitting. All captains and boats licensed by the U.S. Coast Guard. Will allow well behaved pets at staff's discretion.
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Wekiva Marina 1014 Miami Springs Dr Longwood, FL 32779 Phone: (407) 862-1500 Wonderful, nature-filled canoeing and fishing. Experience the true state of Florida.
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Wekiva Springs State Park Nature Adventures 1800 Wekiva Circle Apopka, FL 32712 Phone: (407) 884-4311 Visit Web Site Canoe the beautiful Wekiwa River. Designated "Scenic & Wild" as well as a State Canoe Trail. Guided trips and canoes also provided.
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SPORTS ATTRACTIONS Aiguille Rock Climbing Center 999 Charles Street Longwood, FL 32750 Phone: (407) 332-1430 Fax: (407) 332-1808 Visit Web Site Aiguille Rock Climbing Center is the place for climbers of all ages and abilities. We teach first time climbers the basics and help more experienced climbers push their limits. Climbing at Aiguille is fun, a great workout, and a great place to be with friends. our air conditioned facility is 6500 square feet of climbing and over 1000 square feet of bouldering, one of the largest on the East Coast.
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Congo River Golf & Exploration Co. 531 W. State Road 436 Altamonte Springs, FL 32714 (407) 682-4077 Visit Web Site 18 hole miniature golf course amidst a beautiful tropical environment with caves and cascading waterfalls. Fun for kids of all ages.
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Lil 500 Go-Karts 150 Atlantic Dr Maitland, FL Phone: (407) 831-2045 An amusement park featuring 3 Go-Kart tracks and party areas to accommodate all ages. Open 7 days a week. Fun for kids of all ages.
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Orlando Jai-Alai & Race Book 6405 South U.S. 17-92 Fern Park, FL 32730 Phone: (407) 339-6221 Visit Web Site Open daily year round. Central Florida's premier simulcast facility to watch and wager on all the best thoroughbred and harness tracks in the country as well as simulcast jai-alai from Dania, Miami and seasonal live jai-alai.
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Sanford-Orlando Kennel Club 301 Dog Track Road Longwood, FL 32750 Phone: (407) 831-1600 Year 'round championship greyhound racing.
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