Fourth Thursday and Saturday of each month - 10:00 a.m; FREE Join our gardener John Maiers, also known as Juan el Campesino, for a monthly tour of the gardens and field crops at Mission San Luis. The Mission is growing heritage and rare varieties of vegetables and herbs in order to enhance the interpretation of this 17th-century National Historic Landmark. Tour starts at the Messer House Visitor Center. Call 850-487-3711 or visit missionsanluis.org for more information. Read Less

Fourth Thursday and Saturday of each month - 10:00 a.m; FREE Join our gardener John Maiers, also known as Juan el Campesino, for a monthly tour of the...Read More

The extraordinary career of the Huguenot artist Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues (c. 1533 – 1588) have only relatively recently been defined and described. He appears to have worked as a court artist in France, under Charles IX, is known to have traveled to Florida in 1564, as official artist and cartographer to the ill-fated French attempt to establish a colony there, and to have ended his career as a highly regarded botanical artist in Elizabethan London, where his patrons included Sir Walter Raleigh and Lady Mary Sidney. Le Moyne was among a rare and exclusive group of artists who specialized in botanical images. Most examples were printed, but a few original painted works were commissioned by wealthy amateur botanists and aristocrats who wished to have pictorial records of the valuable plants to be found in their gardens. Sixty extraordinary botanical paintings, executed in watercolor and gouache, will be on display, removed from a magnificent manuscript considered to be Le Moyne’s finest and most lavish achievement. Members Free, Non-Members $10 For more information, call (904) 356-6857. Read Less

The extraordinary career of the Huguenot artist Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues (c. 1533 – 1588) have only relatively recently been defined and describe...Read More

The Historic Rossetter House Museum & Gardens hosts ghost tours every first Friday of the month. Cost: $7.50/person *October Ghost Tours sold out* Read Less

The Historic Rossetter House Museum & Gardens hosts ghost tours every first Friday of the month. Cost: $7.50/person *October Ghost Tours sold out...Read More

READY FOR YOUR WINTER ESCAPE TO FLORIDA?! The newly renovated Bayside Inn Key Largo exclusively announces a special $97 nightly rate available anytime from December 1-17. Live for today and escape to our hidden sanctuary. Incredible sunsets, on-site dining, world renowned scuba/snorkel/fishing, nature trails, swim with dolphins, and more! CALL 1-800-242-5229 AND BOOK TODAY Read Less

READY FOR YOUR WINTER ESCAPE TO FLORIDA?! The newly renovated Bayside Inn Key Largo exclusively announces a special $97 nightly rate available anytime...Read More

The Friends of Mission San Luis invite the public to a free celebration of 17th century food traditions during Thanksgiving weekend. All cultures are grateful for a good harvest, and the Apalachee and Spanish residents of Mission San Luis were no exception. "Giving Thanks" will be held at Mission San Luis on Friday, November 27 and Saturday, November 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors can observe costumed interpreters smoking meat and fish on the barbacoa, and demonstrating the use of native and European plants from their gardens and fields. The Mission’s unique culinary history comes to life with preparations for the feast. There will be hands-on food tasks for children. (Although the traditional foods cannot be sampled, snacks will be provided by local businesses.) Read Less

The Friends of Mission San Luis invite the public to a free celebration of 17th century food traditions during Thanksgiving weekend. All cultures are ...Read More

Throughout the Estates public gardens and under the Banyan Tree, south Florida vendors will be present at the 2nd Annual Edison Garden Market. Gardeners will be delighted at this one stop shopping for unique garden items including organic and rare plants, orchids, garden decor and art, flowers, supplies and much more. The Estates horticulturist will be available to answer questions, and the Estates Garden Shoppe will be open to purchase Estates historic plants and items. Read Less

Throughout the Estates public gardens and under the Banyan Tree, south Florida vendors will be present at the 2nd Annual Edison Garden Market. Gardene...Read More

The 100th anniversary of one of the most prolific lyricists of the American Songbook will be remembered when the Palm Beach Pops present their tribute to the legendary Johnny Mercer. Performed by the Orchestra and a special guest artist, selections will include “Moon River,” “Satin Doll,” “One For My Baby” and other classics. Nov. 30 & Dec. 1 - Kravis Center for the Performing Arts (West Palm Beach) Dec. 2-4 - Kaye Auditorium at FAU (Boca Raton) Dec. 6 - Eissey Campus Theatre (Palm Beach Gardens) Read Less

The 100th anniversary of one of the most prolific lyricists of the American Songbook will be remembered when the Palm Beach Pops present their tribute...Read More

Please join us on Friday, December 4th from 6-9 p.m. for a candlelight stroll through the gardens. Christmas music will be provided by local musicians, hot apple cider, cookies and a tour of the Maclay House decorated for the holidays! There will be a silent auction of wonderful items donated by local merchants to benefit your State Park. We hope to see you then! Read Less

Please join us on Friday, December 4th from 6-9 p.m. for a candlelight stroll through the gardens. Christmas music will be provided by local musicians...Read More

Florida EcoSafaris at Forever Florida presents a brand new family holiday adventure like none other. The Holiday Lights Zipline Safari will take you caroling through the Forever Florida Wildlife Conservation Area fifty-five feet off the ground amid a wild show of colorful lights and music. You’re the star on these treetops as you zip your way through seven different ziplines, nine aerial observation platforms and two bouncing sky bridges in Florida’s very own winter wonderland. The special holiday adventure runs Friday and Saturday nights from December 4th to the 19th. Santa won’t be the only one flying over Florida this year as you soar through the night sky at speeds up to twenty five miles per hour! The Holiday Lights Zipline Safari incorporates the best of Florida EcoSafaris’ popular Moonlight Zipline Safari including a chance to spot some of wild Florida’s nocturnal residents along the two and a half hour journey. But on this adventure, nature’s nightly light show of a beautiful bright sky full of stars will be matched with the latest technology syncing colorful dancing light displays to specially selected holiday music. You can relax knowing that, just like Rudolph, Florida EcoSafaris’ skilled zipline guides are there to make it a fun and safe adventure. Tickets for the Holiday Lights Zipline Safari are $65 for Florida Residents and $85 for Non-Florida Residents. Participants must be age ten or older and weigh between 70 and 275lbs. Please allow for a four hour visit including check-in, transport by safari coach and the Holiday Lights Zipline Safari. Advance Reservations Required, call 407-957-9794 or toll free 866-85-4EVER. Visit www.FloridaEcoSafaris.com for more information. Read Less

Florida EcoSafaris at Forever Florida presents a brand new family holiday adventure like none other. The Holiday Lights Zipline Safari will take you c...Read More

Take a ride to Lignumvitae, part of our state park system. The Island gets a festive make over every year durning the holiday season. Decorated for the holidays, the volunteers and park rangers open the island for two days offering up free holiday refereshments and tours of the botanical gardens. Read Less

Take a ride to Lignumvitae, part of our state park system. The Island gets a festive make over every year durning the holiday season. Decorated for th...Read More

Ring in the holiday season by visiting the Ybor City Museum State Park for Santa Fest 2009. Although many activities will be ongoing throughout the district, the museum garden will be hosting Santa himself, live music and games. Sponsored by the City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department, this community event includes a giant snow slide, T20 tons of snow, a holiday parade and much more. Bring the whole family for an entire day of activities. The festival will conclude with a holiday parade. Fees: Garden Activities: Free; Museum Entrance: $4.00 Read Less

Ring in the holiday season by visiting the Ybor City Museum State Park for Santa Fest 2009. Although many activities will be ongoing throughout the di...Read More

The historic site prides itself on recreating the holiday tradition in the days of the Edison and Ford families and their hundreds of visitors. The historic buildings, porches, interior rooms and the gardens are all seasonally decorated. This year, there is a new spin - the lights will be brilliantly colored which was the fashion and original design of the 1920’s. Some of the old favorites and new additions for December 2009 include: • Millions of colored lights throughout the site which includes nine historic buildings and unique structures such as the1910 above ground swimming pool and teahouse • Favorite Things theme for the antique, replica and designer decorations • Projected laser light star fields in the trees • Live performance holiday music nightly in the Estates Heritage Garden by groups (free to the public) • Children’s Holiday Tree Trail created by schools throughout Lee County • Holiday music throughout the gardens • Riverside Lights Café open nightly offering beverages and light foods for purchase overlooking the beautiful riverside property • Estates Museum and the Edison Botanic Research Lab will be open nightly with new exhibits and hundreds of artifacts as well as the Estates Museum Store • Historic Edison Creative Cottage open for the holidays with spectacular work for purchase by regional artists, authors and chefs • Holiday Cottage Shoppe open on the Ford Estate for wonderful gift items including tree ornaments, cards, books, jams and jellies, clothing and art work – including decorator holiday shirts by Leoma Lovegrove • Garden Shoppe open for purchase of Edison heritage plants and trees, flowering plants and new this year, hanging herb baskets which will be featured decorations throughout the historic site as well • Special Holiday Party to kick off the season at the gloriously decorated homes and gardens of the Estates on December 10 from 6 PM – 9 PM. A spectacular evening with food and drinks by the river; live music; Creative Cottage artists and authors available to personalize gifts; photos with Santa, Thomas Edison & Henry Ford; special silent auction of wreaths. Members $50, non members $60 • The Twenty One Wreaths of Holiday Nights, auction featuring designers/artists who will create a holiday wreath reflecting their unique design signature. Wreaths will be auctioned off to the highest bidder at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates Holiday Party on December 10 Edison & Ford Holiday Nights will be open nightly (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day) with tickets on sale from 5:30 PM until 9 PM. Tickets may be purchased in advance; Estates Members are free and also receive complementary tickets. Groups of twenty or more should reserve by telephone in advance to receive group discount. Tickets are $15 for adults, $1 for children. Opening weekend (December 11, 12), all Lee County residents will be admitted for $10, with proof of residency. Check the Lee County Visitors Convention Center website at www.fortmyers-sanibel.com or the Estates website at www.efwefla.org for accommodations and related attractions discount packages. Read Less

The historic site prides itself on recreating the holiday tradition in the days of the Edison and Ford families and their hundreds of visitors. The h...Read More

The staff at Ravine Gardens would like to invite everyone to join us for our second Annual Christmas event on Saturday, December 12, 2009, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Enjoy an old fashion evening of friends, family and fellowship, while you take a wagon ride around the ravines and listen to local church groups, school groups and organizations sing seasonal carols. Entertainment will also be provided on stage in the Civic Center and under the pavilion. Holiday refreshments will be available for purchase. If interested in volunteering, have a group that would like to participate or would like more information for this event contact the park at 386-329-3721. Read Less

The staff at Ravine Gardens would like to invite everyone to join us for our second Annual Christmas event on Saturday, December 12, 2009, from 6:00 p...Read More

Celebrate Christmas with us at Forever Florida in the beutiful Cypress Restaurant. A feast fit for a king awaits coupled with good cheer and caroling. Come by and share the season's greetings with neighbors, new and old from near and far. Make a day of it with a Coach Safari, Horseback Safari or Zipline Safari through Florida's wilderness! Fixed Price Menu, $16.99 per person plus tax and gratuity: Choice of either a Mug of Crab Bisque or Holiday House Salad, Choice of Prime Rib served with creamy horseradish sauce and au Jus or Herb Rubbed Oven Roasted Game Hens with a light Honey Dijon sauce, Served with Garlic Smashed Potatoes and Sautéed Seasonal Veggies. And for Dessert, Cheese Cake with Raspberry drizzle. Meal includes a non-alcoholic beverage and after dinner coffee service. Seasonal, Micro-Brew and Domestic Beer available, as well as nicely paired White and Red table wines by the glass or bottle. Now accepting reservations. Space is limited so please make your reservations today, call 407-957-9794 ext 1 or toll free 866-85-4EVER. For more inforamation visit www.foreverflorida.com/FestivalDays/. Read Less

Celebrate Christmas with us at Forever Florida in the beutiful Cypress Restaurant. A feast fit for a king awaits coupled with good cheer and caroling....Read More

Bob Lappin and The Palm Beach Pops will feature Frank Sinatra, Jr., the son of the late legendary crooner, in "Sinatra Sings Sinatra" for 6-night engagement in South Florida on January 2-8, 2010. Premier vocalist and endearing storyteller Frank Sinatra Jr. pays homage - in song and in style - to his father's music in Sinatra Sings Sinatra. When Frank Sinatra Jr. takes the stage, fans are treated to a one-of-a-kind tribute to Sinatra senior – a tribute no one else can deliver with the same authenticity and passion. The Palm Beach Pops audiences at the Kravis Center, Eissey Campus Theatre and the Carole and Barry Kaye Performing Arts Auditorium will enjoy a symphonic pops orchestra under the direction of Bob Lappin and Terry Woodson with classic Sinatra standards such as "I've Got You Under My Skin," "One For My Baby," "Luck Be A Lady" and "Strangers In The Night." Few can claim the kind of entertainment education that Frank Sinatra, Jr. enjoyed. Frank Sinatra, Jr. will perform with Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops with "Sinatra Sings Sinatra" on January 2 and 3, 2010 at the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach, January 4, 2010 at the Eissey Campus Theatre at PBCC in Palm Beach Gardens, and January 5-8, 2010 at the Carole and Barry Kaye Performing Arts Auditorium at FAU in Boca Raton. Tickets are $29-$89 and can be purchased by calling 800-448-2472 or by visiting www.palmbeachpops.org. Read Less

Bob Lappin and The Palm Beach Pops will feature Frank Sinatra, Jr., the son of the late legendary crooner, in "Sinatra Sings Sinatra" for 6-night enga...Read More

Punta Gorda's Only ORGANIC Market held each Wednesday, Center Court, Fishermen's Village beginning January 6th, 2010 and continuing through March 31st, 2010. Featuring Worden Farm certified organic fruits, vegetables, herbs & flowers, Seafood, Breads from Artisan Bread Company made with unbleached, unbromated flour with no preservatives, and jellies and preserves from paradise gardens made with natural ingredients with local produce, homemade soups by "The Soup Lady", fresh pastas and sauces. Free admission. Read Less

Punta Gorda's Only ORGANIC Market held each Wednesday, Center Court, Fishermen's Village beginning January 6th, 2010 and continuing through March 31st...Read More

Now in its 32nd year at the Morikami, Oshogatsu - the traditional New Year celebratory festival – is celebrated with games and entertainment throughout the museum and its gardens. The day’s activities will include Japan’s customary rice-pounding, making mochi rice cakes and a sado tea ceremony as well as kakizome, hands-on calligraphy; nengajo, New Year's card-making and omikuji, fortune-telling. Games like hanetsuki, similar to badminton, fukuwarai, similar to pin-the-tail-on-the-donkey and appearances by shishimai, the lion dancer are sure to bring in good luck for the New Year! Read Less

Now in its 32nd year at the Morikami, Oshogatsu - the traditional New Year celebratory festival – is celebrated with games and entertainment through...Read More

Home Show for the Consumer with a minimum of 150 Exhibitor Booths. Produced by American Consumer Shows of NY. Read Less

Home Show for the Consumer with a minimum of 150 Exhibitor Booths. Produced by American Consumer Shows of NY....Read More

A brand new hilarious “who dun it” musical comedy which just ran on Broadway! CURTAINS Features the music of John Kander and Fred Ebb, the creators of CABARET AND CHICAGO. With a huge cast of performers, this show brings you showstopper musical number after number keeping the entertainment nonstop. This is a diehard musical in the “old Broadway” style. THIS IS A MUST SEE! Season Ticket Prices per person: Adults @ $84, Student or Seniors @ $76, Child (12 years and Under) @ $56 Read Less

A brand new hilarious “who dun it” musical comedy which just ran on Broadway! CURTAINS Features the music of John Kander and Fred Ebb, the creator...Read More

Making his debut with the Palm Beach Pops is Clint Holmes -- the performer named “Atlantic City Entertainer of the Year” three times and in Las Vegas was voted “Singer of the Year” twice. Having spent 20 years performing, Holmes is best known for his silky vocal stylings and has honed his skills of dancing along with a warm comedic touch. Feb. 8 & 9 - Kravis Center for the Performing Arts (West Palm Beach) Feb. 10-12 - Kaye Auditorium at FAU (Boca Raton) Feb. 14 - Eissey Campus Theatre (Palm Beach Gardens) Read Less

Making his debut with the Palm Beach Pops is Clint Holmes -- the performer named “Atlantic City Entertainer of the Year” three times and in Las Ve...Read More

Nobody sets the stage for Broadway like the Palm Beach Pops! Direct from Broadway will be soprano Tamra Hayden of Les Miserables and David Burnham, Helen Hayes Award Winner and star of Wicked. Delight in breathtaking selections from famed Broadway shows Cats, Evita, Phantom of the Opera and other Broadway favorites. Mar. 2 & 3 - Kravis Center for the Performing Arts (West Palm Beach) Mar. 4, 5 & 8 - Kaye Auditorium at FAU (Boca Raton) Mar. 7 - Eissey Campus Theatre (Palm Beach Gardens) Read Less

Nobody sets the stage for Broadway like the Palm Beach Pops! Direct from Broadway will be soprano Tamra Hayden of Les Miserables and David Burnham, He...Read More

Hosted by the Fernandina Farmers Market, the Amelia Island Garden Show will roll out nature's brightest colors for two days on March 6 & 7, 2010 at Central Park in Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island, Florida. With growers and nurseries from around the state, the Amelia Island Garden Show will feature more than 50 vendors with a full assortment of flowers, plants, trees and palms, orchids, bonsai, water pond accessories, native plants, butterfly-friendly plants, shrubs, and garden accessories. Get on-site expert advice about how to "green" your home, yard and garden and enjoy the short presentations and demonstrations from sustainable gardening to cooking with herbs at the "Ask the Expert" booth. Be sure not to miss the Butterfly Encounter for a unique experience with 300 Florida native butterflies. Read Less

Hosted by the Fernandina Farmers Market, the Amelia Island Garden Show will roll out nature's brightest colors for two days on March 6 & 7, 2010...Read More

Birds, Bats & Bikes, "O" My! Join us on the Southwest shores of Lake Okeechobee for 4 days of birdwatching, workshops tours, dinners, programs and events. The Big "O" Birding Extravaganza is a Glades/Hendry County cooperative event in South Central Florida. Schedule and registration on line starting Jan., 2010: www.BigOBirdingFestival.com Read Less

Birds, Bats & Bikes, "O" My! Join us on the Southwest shores of Lake Okeechobee for 4 days of birdwatching, workshops tours, dinners, programs and eve...Read More

The Palm Beach Pops will light up the stage swinging with music from the Big Band Era, featuring songstress of the Big Bands, Lynn Roberts, along with the Swing Set Singers. Apr. 2-3 - Kravis Center for the Performing Arts (WPB) Apr. 5-7 - Kaye Auditorium at FAU (Boca Raton) Apr. 8 - Eissey Campus Theatre (Palm Beach Gardens) Read Less

The Palm Beach Pops will light up the stage swinging with music from the Big Band Era, featuring songstress of the Big Bands, Lynn Roberts, along with...Read More

9:30a.m. to 12 Noon. Regular park admission. The park’s gardening supervisor Marion Knudsen’s spring gardening workshop explains how you can use low-maintenance native plants and xeriscaping to conserve water resources and enjoy carefree Florida gardening. Please make reservations in advance by calling the park at (352) 628-5343. Read Less

9:30a.m. to 12 Noon. Regular park admission. The park’s gardening supervisor Marion Knudsen’s spring gardening workshop explains how you can use l...Read More

9:30a.m. to 12 Noon. Regular park admission. The park’s gardening supervisor Marion Knudsen’s spring gardening workshop explains how you can use low-maintenance native plants and xeriscaping to conserve water resources and enjoy carefree Florida gardening. Please make reservations in advance by calling the park at (352) 628-5343. Read Less

9:30a.m. to 12 Noon. Regular park admission. The park’s gardening supervisor Marion Knudsen’s spring gardening workshop explains how you can use l...Read More

A two-day scholarly conference on Truman's Far East Legacy on the 60th anniversary of the Korean War Friday night reception and tours of the Little White House, panels and discussion all day Saturday. Read Less

A two-day scholarly conference on Truman's Far East Legacy on the 60th anniversary of the Korean War Friday night reception and tours of the Little Wh...Read More

Remembering Dwight Eisenhower visiting the Florida Keys Read Less

Remembering Dwight Eisenhower visiting the Florida Keys...Read More

Kids learn how to be responsible anglers, tie knots, cast and more. Kids receive a free rod and reel, bait is provided. Guardians must attend. Event is held from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Read Less

Kids learn how to be responsible anglers, tie knots, cast and more. Kids receive a free rod and reel, bait is provided. Guardians must attend. Event i...Read More

9:30 a.m. to 12 Noon. Regular park admission. The park’s gardening supervisor Marion Knudsen’s fall gardening workshop explains how you can use low-maintenance native plants and xeriscaping to conserve water resources and enjoy carefree Florida gardening. Please make reservations in advance by calling the park at (352) 628-5343. Read Less

9:30 a.m. to 12 Noon. Regular park admission. The park’s gardening supervisor Marion Knudsen’s fall gardening workshop explains how you can use lo...Read More

9:30 a.m. to 12 Noon. Regular park admission. The park’s gardening supervisor Marion Knudsen’s fall gardening workshop explains how you can use low-maintenance native plants and xeriscaping to conserve water resources and enjoy carefree Florida gardening. Please make reservations in advance by calling the park at (352) 628-5343 Read Less

9:30 a.m. to 12 Noon. Regular park admission. The park’s gardening supervisor Marion Knudsen’s fall gardening workshop explains how you can use lo...Read More