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Community, Events, Taste

Ever After Farm to Table: A Culinary Journey Through Florida’s Finest Flavors

April 20, 2025 – An update from Ever After Farm to Table: We want officially share our heartbreaking news. Due to unforeseen circumstances, we’ve had to make the difficult decision to cancel our Blueberry Farm to Table Experience scheduled for May 3. We know you were looking forward to this special event, and we were too. Thank you for your excitement and support — it Read More » Continue reading Ever After Farm to Table: A Culinary Journey Through Florida’s Finest Flavors

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Travel

Kicking Off the New Year at Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive

Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive is more than just a scenic route – it’s an immersive journey through one of Florida’s most unique ecosystems. So load up the car, bring your binoculars, and start the new year with an unforgettable adventure. After the hustle and bustle of the holidays, our family was ready for a change of pace – something calming, inspiring and outdoors. What better Read More » Continue reading Kicking Off the New Year at Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive

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Travel

Medieval Times: A Feast for the Ages

Kissimmee, FL Article & Photos by: Kelsey Walters This past month for my birthday, my parents surprised our family with tickets to Medieval Times. Surprisingly, although we’ve been covering day trips and destinations throughout Florida for years now, it is one of the things I hadn’t had the chance to experience yet.  Stepping into History at Medieval Times We arrived at the well-known castle in Read More » Continue reading Medieval Times: A Feast for the Ages

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Activities, Blog, Travel

Beneath the Sunshine State

Unearthing the Hidden Wonders of the Withlacoochee Cave System Deep within the heart of Florida’s natural wonderland, a subterranean realm of breathtaking beauty and mystery lies concealed beneath the surface. The Withlacoochee State Forest, known for its pristine landscapes and diverse ecosystems, harbors a hidden gem that has captured the imaginations of adventurers and explorers for generations: the Withlacoochee State Forest cave system. While the Read More » Continue reading Beneath the Sunshine State

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Events, Local Updates and Information, New Smyrna Beach, Volusia

Introducing the Inaugural Ms. Senior Daytona/New Smyrna Beach Pageant at Brannon Civic Center

A Seasoned Affair, a pioneer in promoting empowerment and celebrating the beauty and wisdom of women in their golden years, is thrilled to announce the inaugural Ms. Senior Daytona/New Smyrna Beach Pageant. The event is set to take place at the beautiful Brannon Civic Center overlooking the river in New Smyrna Beach on June 29, 2024. A Seasoned Affair and its founder, Kenyonn Demps, have Read More » Continue reading Introducing the Inaugural Ms. Senior Daytona/New Smyrna Beach Pageant at Brannon Civic Center

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Daytona Beach, Events, Volusia

Experience the Enchanting Pacific Islands at the Polynesian Fire Luau in Daytona Beach

Did you know that the sights and sounds of the Pacific Islands are right here in Daytona Beach? While I had heard about Polynesian Fire when it was beachside, it was not until this past spring, after it moved Downtown to 180 Beach Street, that I was able to attend. I enjoyed it so much as a date with my husband that I went back Read More » Continue reading Experience the Enchanting Pacific Islands at the Polynesian Fire Luau in Daytona Beach

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Blog, Travel

Exploring Gold Head Branch State Park

Spring is in full swing and our family’s favorite place to be is the great outdoors. With 175 official state parks throughout Florida, there’s plenty to choose from to commune with nature. This past month, we chose one of the OGs – Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park. In response to the Great Depression, President Franklin D. Roosevelt established the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Read More » Continue reading Exploring Gold Head Branch State Park

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Experience Florida’s Beaches in a New Way: Horseback Riding with Equestrian Adventures

Article by: Kelsey Walters // Photos by: Equestrian Adventures Picturesque beaches are Florida’s calling card – keeping tourists and locals alike flocking to the sandy shores all year long. Walking the beach is nothing new to most Floridians, however this past month, we decided to explore the shore a little differently… Equestrian Adventures of Florida offers a unique beach experience – all from horseback. These Read More » Continue reading Experience Florida’s Beaches in a New Way: Horseback Riding with Equestrian Adventures

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Howard Thurman Home - courtesy of City of Daytona Beach
Blog, Daytona Beach, Volusia

The Black Heritage Trail in Daytona Beach

Featured image: Howard Thurman Home – courtesy of City of Daytona Beach We’re here in February and Black History Month! Since moving to Daytona Beach, I’ve been learning more about the rich history here. In February 2021, when a lot of the world was still shut down due to the pandemic, my family accepted a community leader’s challenge to visit and take a picture at Read More » Continue reading The Black Heritage Trail in Daytona Beach

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Case for Weekday Dates

While every rom-com and girl gang movie shows the glamor of late nights out on the town, I’m here to convince you of the just as awesome “Day Date!” I, my husband, and our two housemates all have flexible, work-from-home jobs and my three kids are now in school or preschool at least some portion of the week, which makes weekdays a great time for Read More » Continue reading Case for Weekday Dates

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