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You are Invited – Step Into Florida History

History walks and talks at the Knott House Museum on Park Avenue in downtown Tallahassee. Built in 1843 by a free black builder named George Proctor the house in 1865 served as a temporary Union headquarters. On May 20, 1865 … Continue reading

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Fernandina Beach Sings a Beach Song

Are you fed up with summer simmer and showers? Ready to break out of the house? Well, buckle up. Have I got a super road trip just for you. Fernandina Beach, 23 miles north of Jacksonville, combines the gracefulness of … Continue reading

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Photographers Ready for Their Close Up

Florida photographers are ready for their close up. From documenting the culture of Florida’s last stand to capturing eternal moments in the Everglades you can see their work showcased in exhibits and their own galleries. Plus, and this comes as … Continue reading

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Tarpon Springs is a Greek Feast

We ate our way through Tarpon Springs from one end of the Sponge Docks to the other. Seriously, how could we resist? After all when the Greeks are cooking, you know the drill – just show up and enjoy. A … Continue reading

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Florida Rivers & Lakes are Calling You

A perfect trifecta – The sun is shining, the water is clear and the fish are feeling suicidal. That’s how it was fishing on the Ocklawaha River last week. Twenty assorted brim ended up in the boat cooler and later … Continue reading

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