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Check out festivals and events in October across the state.
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This list is organized by region.
Central Florida (including Orlando, Kissimmee, Daytona Beach, Sanford, the Space Coast, Lakeland/Polk and Lake County)
Aug. 24-Nov. 1 (Select Dates): Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, Walt Disney World. The special event at Magic Kingdom returns earlier than ever before with the first Halloween party on Aug. 25 and will be held on select dates on 32 nights through Nov. 1. The event again will include the "Happy HalloWishes" fireworks display, Mickey's Boo-to-You Halloween Parade and the "Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular" stage show in front of Cinderella Castle.Dates are Aug. 25 and 29; Sept. 1, 7, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26 and 29; Oct. 1, 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 22, 24, 26, 27, 29 and 31; and Nov. 1. 2017 prices have yet to be announced, but 2016 prices ranged from $59 to $73 ($54 to $68 for ages 3-9) with earlier nights being the least expensive. 407-824-4321. disneyworld.com/halloween
Sept. 14-Nov. 14: Epcot International Food and Wine Festival, Walt Disney World. The annual food and wine lover's paradise offers tapas-style dishes and beverages from 30 global marketplaces. Festival features culinary demonstrations, beverage and cheese seminars, and guest speakers from ABC's "The Chew." Tickets start at 97.00 per day and plates range from $4-$9. You can make reservations for the select events at Disney's website. 407-939-5277. disneyworld.disney.go.com/events-tours/epcot/epcot-international-food-and-wine-festival
Sept. 16-Oct. 31 (select nights): Universal's Halloween Horror Nights, Orlando. This event, now in its 26th year is an eight-time winner of Amusement Today's "Best Halloween Event" Golden Ticket award. Guests will experience live mega-horror movies with this year's nine haunted houses. Halloween Horror Nights will feature 5 scare zones and roaming hordes. 6:30 p.m to 1 or 2 a.m. General admission is $104.99 per person but discounts are available. 407-363-8000. www.halloweenhorrornights.com
Sept. 16-Oct. 31 (select nights): The Haunt At Old Town, Kissimmee. Experience the Old Town Halloween in Kissimmee. The spooky event will include haunt zones, live entertainment and costume contests. Fridays and Saturdays: 8 p.m.-midnight. Free. 5770 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway. 407-396-4888. myoldtownusa.com/events/the-haunt-at-old-town/
Sept. 29- Oct. 3: Port Orange Family Days, Port Orange. With a carnival, food truck and car show, a movie at the amphitheater and a parade: Port Orange City Center, 1999 City Center Circle, Port Orange; free admission and parking (carnival rides extra); 386-506-5935. familydays.com
Sept. 30 - Oct. 1: Ranch Rodeo Finals and Cowboy Heritage Festival, Kissimmee. Special year-end rodeo and tribute to Florida ranching and the unique Cracker Cowman way of life. Categories of competition include saddle bronc riding, colt riding, wild cow milking, branding, team doctoring, double mugging, cattle sorting, stampede race, and a boot scramble for the kids. The cowboy heritage festival features leather crafts, whip making, spur making, saddle making, cowboy artwork and crafts, cowboy poetry, storytelling, swamp cabbage cooking, Dutch oven cooking, working cow dog demonstrations. Also historical reenactments of Cracker cow camps and Native American Seminole tribe encampment, plus beef cook-off competition, whip-popping contest, story tellers and more. At Silver Spurs Arena. www.floridacattlemen.org
Sept. 30-Oct. 2: Klingon Feast, Daytona Beach. No vendors or celebrity guests will be at this event, now in its 18th year, just fans celebrating Star Trek with a feast, games and more. $45 for preregistered guests, $55 at the door. At LaPlaya Resort and Suites. 2500 N. Atlantic Ave. www.klingonfeast.com
Sept. 30-Oct. 29: A Petrified Forest, Altamonte Springs. This is one of the highest-rated Halloween events in central Florida featuring haunted scare trails and live music: 7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays. A Petrified Forest, 1360 E. Altamonte Drive, Altamonte Springs; $15-$35. Group packages are available. 18 and up. 407-300-1950. apetrifiedforest.com
Oct. 1: Bacon & Brew Fest, DeLand. Pigs and brews come together for this festival that celebrates great combinations. It'll be bacon, beer, music and fun. 125 beverage and food vendors will be on hand with live music and events like a bacon eating contest. 2-7 p.m. At Earl Brown Park, 755 S. Alabama Ave. Free admission. www.baconandbrewfestdeland.com
Oct. 1: 8th Annual Mims Mullet Festival. Mims. Smoked and fried mullet dinners, BBQ chicken and pork dinners or sandwiches, hamburgers and hotdogs are on the menu at this festival put on by the Mims United Methodist Church and the First Baptist Church of Mims. Entertainment includes rock climbing, bouncy house, horse rides, kids' games, a car show, craft fair, big cat display, music and Mullet Maiden contest. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 3302 Green Street and 2395 Kentucky Ave. Admission is Free, food and activities cost extra. 321-267-6202. www.visitspacecoast.com
Oct. 1: Art Walk on Flagler, New Smyrna Beach. Held on the first Saturday each month, Flagler Avenue livens up with entertainment and wine tastings at participating venues. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. (wine walk 1 p.m. - 7 p.m.). Free ($25 for wine walk or $20 with previous month's glass). Flagler Avenue, 100 Flagler Ave., New Smyrna Beach, FL, 32169. 386-428-1770. nsbfla.com
Oct. 1: First Saturday Jam and Farm Swap, Barberville. On the first and third Saturdays each month visit the Pioneer Settlement for entertainment and fun for the entire family. 7 a.m to 4 p.m. There will be informal music jams, free workshops, and food. $6 admission or free with membership. 1776 Lightfoot Lane. 386-749-2959. www.pioneersettlement.org
Oct. 1, Oct. 22: Oktoberfest, Casselberry. The The German-American Society of Central Florida puts on two festivals in October with live entertainment, dancing, stein-holding contests, beer, bratwursts, potato salad, pretzels and bounce houses for children. 2-10 p.m. on both Saturdays; You can purchase your tickets by downloading the free Eventbrite App and searching for "Orlando Authentic Oktoberfest." 381 Orange Lane. Pre-Sale tickets $10, walk-ups $15; 407-834-0574. www.orlandogermanclub.com/oktoberfest.html
CANCELED: Oct. 7: Jazz Friday at Foosaner Museum of Art, Melbourne. Every first Friday of the month the Eau Gallie Arts District hosts live entertainment, arts and craft vendors, food and drinks on the corner of Highland Avenue and Eau Gallie Boulevard. The Foosaner Museum of Art is also open to the public and will provide live entertainment. Expect great music from local favorites. 1463 Highland Avenue. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Free. 321-674-8916. www.visitspacecoast.com
Oct. 7-9: New Smyrna Beach Blue Grass Country Music Festival, New Smyrna Beach. This fourth annual festival is held at various locations across the city features more than a dozen free shows. Call 386-428-1600 for venues and details or check the event facebook page at facebook.com/events/527234097482277/. nsbfla.com
POSTPONED To Oct. 28-30: Oct. 7-9: Rock Mineral Gem Jewelry Fossil Show, Orlando. Visitors can see and buy gems, beads, metaphysical stones and other items during the annual Rock Mineral Gem Jewelry Fossil Show. On the agenda are demonstrations, auctions, kids' table, slice mining for gems and hourly door prizes. The event is at the Florida National Guard Armory, 2809 South Fern Creek Avenue. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for students. www.cfmgs.org/home.html
CANCELED: Oct. 7-9: MusicFest, Winter Garden. Outdoor and indoor music celebration featuring performances by more than 20 different music genres that include: Country, Jazz, Blues, Americana, Classic Rock, Southern Rock, Blue Grass, Alternative, Pop, Folk, Classical, Opera, Musical Theater, Choral, R&B, Zydeco, Native American, Japanese, African, and Celtic. with food and craft vendors 101 S Boyd St. Winter Garden Free. Friday: 6-11 p.m., Saturday: 12-11 p.m., Sunday: 12-5 p.m. 407-656-3244. www.wintergardenmusicfest.com
CANCELED: Oct. 7-9: Daytona Blues Festival, Daytona Beach. Artists slated to perform during the festival are Carolyn Wonderland, Willie Green,Victor Wainwright & The WildRoots and more. The festival is at the Jackie Robinson Ballpark in Downtown Daytona Beach. One-day tickets are $25, Three-day passes are $60 with some student and youth discounts. 115 Orange Avenue. www.DaytonaBluesFestival.com
FRIDAY/SATURDAY RIDES CANCELED - SUNDAY RIDES STILL ON: Oct. 7-9: Bicycle Festival, Mount Dora. Attracting over 1,000 cyclists of all ages. This is a 3-day weekend ride with multiple routes, food and festivities; a friendly ghost ride, crushing hill climbs, and fourteen routes. Begins at 6 a.m. until 2-10 p.m. depending on special speakers and events. Registration is $60-$115. 341 N. Alexander St. Mount Dora. 352-383-2165. Register at: www.mountdorabicyclefestival.com
MOVED TO DEC 2-4: Oct. 7-9: Spooky Empire. Orlando. This annual gathering at Orange County Convention Center brings stars and fans of horror together. Billed as a Rock 'n Roll, horror, Halloween, tattoo and film festival, the 2016 version brings headliners Weird Al Yankovic, Robert Englund of "Nightmare on Elm Street," plus actors from "Hellraiser," "Friday the 13th," "Halloween" and more. Also this year will be stars from Netflix's hit series "Stranger Things" and Karen Fukuhara of "Suicide Squad," wrestler Ric Flair, actress and stunt woman Zoe Bell and many more. 5-11 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Three-day passes $60, Single-day tickets $30-$35. VIP passes $199. 11 and under free. 9800 International Drive. www.spookyempire.com
POSTPONED UNTIL NOVEMBER 12: Oct. 8: Come Out With Pride Festival, Orlando. LGBT pride festival Join over 150,000 LGBTQ community members and allies for a day-long unforgettable festival. 12 p.m.– 10 p.m. Fireworks at 9:15 p.m.; free at Lake Eola Park 512 E Washington St, Orlando. www.comeoutwithpride.com
RESCHEDULED FOR NOV. 5: Oct. 8: Rocky Water Brew Fest. Melbourne. Some of the best breweries will be on hand for unlimited tastings in the Eau Gallie Arts District. No pets, children or strollers allowed. 1-5 p.m. 587 W Eau Gallie Blvd. $30. www.rockywaterbrewfest.com
Oct. 8, 22: Gamble Jam, Flagler Beach. Jam out at Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area for the Gamble Jam in the park, held the second and fourth Saturday of each month. Musicians of all levels are encouraged to bring their instruments and a chair to join the circle for a casual acoustic jam session. Instruments of all types are welcome. 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Park admission is $2-$5. Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area at Flagler Beach 3100 S. Oceanshore Blvd Flagler Beach. www.floridastateparks.org/park-events/gamble-rogers
CANCELED: Oct. 8-9: Winter Park Autumn Art Festival, Winter Park. A juried art show with a longstanding tradition, drawing more than 40,000 people. The show features work by outstanding Orlando artists and also offers live entertainment and food provided by local restaurants. Children's art workshops are also offered. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in Central Park; 251 S. Park Avenue, Winter Park Free. 407-644-8281. www.autumnartfestival.org
CANCELED: Oct. 8-9: Vintage Car Show. Clermont. At Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards, Enjoy a variety of live vintage '50s and '60s music by top class performers on the outdoor stage. Lakeridge wine, beer, soft drinks and a variety of food will be available for purchase, along with complimentary winery tours and wine tasting. Saturday. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission $2 donation. 19239 U.S. 27 North. 800-768-WINE. www.lakeridgewinery.com
Oct. 13-16: Biketoberfest, Daytona Beach. Hundreds of thousands of motorcycles will be roaring throughout Volusia County and beyond with the center in Daytona Beach. Hubs include Main Street, Beach Street and events at Daytona International Speedway as well as the Harley-Davidson entertainment center Destination Daytona on U.S. 1. Concerts, bike shows, races, vendors and wrestling events will seek to draw crowds in DeLand, New Smyrna Beach, Samsula, Flagler Beach and more. 386-255-0415. www.daytonabeach.com/biketoberfest
Oct 14: Main Street's Friday Fest, Melbourne. This family-friendly event occurs the second Friday of each month with live music, food, late shopping hours and a kids' zone. 6-10 p.m. Highland Avenue, Downtown Melbourne. Free. 321-724-1741. www.downtownmelbourne.com/main-street-events/friday-fest
Oct. 14: Alive After 5, Sanford. Oktoberfest-themed street party with vendors and entertainment: 5-8 p.m. Rain or Shine; Free. Sanford Welcome Center, 230 E. First St., Sanford. 407-302-2586. www.sanfordwelcomecenter.com
Oct. 14-16: Space Coast Bike & BBQ Fest. Palm Bay. David Allan Coe and Molly Hatchet headline this three-day bike fest that will also have motorcycle demonstrations, accessories and exhibits all at Space Coast Harley-Davidson. Admission and concert free. 1440 Sportsman Lane Northeast. visitspacecoast.com
Oct. 14-16: Hogtoberfest. Orlando. As Biketoberfest rules in Daytona Beach, Orlando Harley-Davidson gets in on the action with a three-day festival at the dealership off Interstate 4 south of downtown. On hand will be stunt shows, a horror sideshow, live music, food and more. Free admission. orlandoharley.com/hogtoberfest
Oct. 14-16, 21-23, 28-30: Boo at the Zoo. Melbourne. The Brevard Zoo's annual Halloween zoo party is back every Friday-Sunday in late October with more than 30 treat stations, a DJ, games, costume contest and haunted house. 5:30-9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 5:30-8 p.m. Sundays. 8225 North Wickham Road. 321-254-9453. $8-$14. www.brevardzoo.org/special-events/boo-at-the-zoo
Oct. 15: Chili Festival and Craft Beer Tasting, New Smyrna Beach. This 7th annual event featurs more than 20 restaurants competing for "Best of the Beach" bragging rights. A craft beer tasting passport allows imbibers to taste 20 of more than 70 featured beers. Event also features a motorcycle show with proceeds benefit several breast cancer awareness group. On Flagler Ave. 386-428-1600. nsbfla.com
Oct. 15: Art Walk, Sanford. Central Florida's only monthly juried art show, every third Saturday with exhibits and music at participating venues. 6-9 p.m. Downtown Sanford, First Street. Free. 407-323-2774. www.sanfordartwalk.com
Oct. 15: Cruisin' Downtown DeLand Classic Car Show, DeLand. Every 3rd Saturday of the Month (Except November). East Indiana Avenue in Downtown DeLand. Classic cars & rods line East Indiana Avenue in Downtown DeLand. Live DJ, giveaways, shopping & dining. 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Free. 386-738-0649. www.MainStreetDeLand.org
Oct. 15: 4th Annual Autumn in the Oaks Festival, DeLeon Springs. Music and crafts are part of the country fair atmosphere with free kidzone, historic exhibits and a collection of Model A cars on hand along with Old Tyme and Bluegrass bands. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. At the Porter House, 5030 Highway 17 N. Free. deleonspringscommunityassociation.com/community.html
Oct. 15-16: Fall Art and Craft Festival. Cocoa. This autumn event features more than 200 exhibitors, a kids' zone and live music. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. At Historic Cocoa Village on Brevard Avenue. 321-631-9075. www.visitcocoavillage.com
Oct. 16: Florida Harmonica Championships, New Smyrna Beach: This 10th annual championship brings harmonica players to Beachside Tavern competing for the "best in show" trophy. Noon-9 p.m. 690 E. 3rd. Avenue. For more information call 386-314-5718 or email firstname.lastname@example.com. nsbfla.com
Oct. 16: The Water Festival. DeLand. A community-wide festival celebrating "Water in Art." The festival will focus on the restoration and conservation of the freshwater springs with live music, dancing, DJ, art exhibits, fun activities for all ages, food trucks and nationally-recognized speakers. Event around DeLand are related to the big day on Sunday. 10 a.m-5 p.m. Earl Brown Park and the Wayne G. Sanborn Activity Center, 750 S. Alabama Ave. www.thewaterfestival.org
Oct. 16: Space Coast VW Fest. Satellite Beach. The 3rd Annual Vintage Volkswagen Show will be held at the DRS Community Center showing vintage Volkswagen automobiles with art vendors, live enteratinment and food trucks. This event benefits the Indian River Lagoon restoration efforts. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. 1089 S Patrick Dr. Free. www.spacecoastvwfest.com
Oct. 19-23: Orlando Film Festival, Orlando. This annual festival features events in and around the heart of Orlando, where patrons are able to enjoy great films in exciting venues while experiencing Orlando's downtown lifestyle. The festival seeks to inspire future and current filmmakers in the art of film-making and to enhance the movie-viewing experience. Named one of the top "25 Coolest Film Festivals in the World" by Moviemaker Magazine, submissions are currently being reviewed. Located at the Cobb Plaza Cinema Café; 155 S Orange Ave, Orlando www.orlandofilmfest.com
Oct. 21: Cocoa Beach Friday Fest. Cocoa Beach. Held the third Friday of each month, this family-oriented event has live music, food and a kids' zone. 6-10 p.m. Downtown Cocoa Beach, A1A. Free. www.facebook.com/cocoabeachfridayfest
Oct. 21-22: 24th Annual Haunted Woods, Thonotosassa. This event hosted by the Hillsborough River State Park features a haunted woods trail, coloring contest, family tram rides, drinks, prizes, contests and more. All children 12 and under are free. Tickets for those 13 and up are $10. The event is from 6 - 10 p.m. both nights. 813-987-6771. https://www.floridastateparks.org/content/24th-annual-haunted-woods
Oct. 21-22: Haunted Trail, Bushnell. This event hosted by the Dade Battlefield Historic State Park includes a walking tour of the Haunted Trail and the Historic Village. The cost is $6 per vehicle, up to 8 people per vehicle. 352-793-4781. firstname.lastname@example.com. https://www.floridastateparks.org/content/haunted-trail
Oct. 21-23: Orlando Home Show, Orlando. Held at the Orange County Convention Center, the Orlando Home Show features local, regional and national experts in remodeling, building, decorating and landscaping. Other highlights include instructional seminars, giveaways, contests and exhibits with the industry's latest products. Friday 12 p.m.-7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is $9-$3 Children 12 and under and active military are free. www.showtechnology.com/event/orange-county-fall-home-garden-show
Oct. 22: Wine Walk, New Smyrna Beach. Stroll Flagler Avenue and explore over 100 interesting wines inside local pubs, galleries and restaurants during this monthly progressive wine tasting event. $25 Tasting Passports on sale day of the event at 3 locations along Flagler Avenue. $20 for Tasting Passports with an official glass from a previous Wine Walk. 1-7 p.m. nsbfla.com
Oct. 22: Sand Art Festival, New Smyrna Beach. This 6th annual event takes place at the Flagler Avenue Beach Approach featuring amateur teams of families, friends, co-workers and community groups with creations in 10 x 10 foot sections competing for prizes for individual adult, children and team categories. 386-428-1600. nsbfla.com
Oct. 22: Cows 'n Cabs, Winter Park. Cows 'n Cabs ("CNC"), a charity-based, food-and-wine festival curated by ABC Fine Wine & Spirits' David Larue and celebrated Chef John Rivers of 4 Rivers Smokehouse. Cows 'n Cabs is anticipating 400 guests for a collaborative event featuring cuisine by more than 18 of Central Florida's top chefs. 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Ticket packages are $110 to $500 per donation. Under one tent in Winter Park's West Meadow. 150 North New York Avenue. www.cowsncabs.com
Oct. 22: Kitetoberfest, Cape Canaveral. This watersports-oriented fall festival with German flair features kiteboarding demonstrations, beach activities, surfing and more. It does feature a costume contest. 8330 Ridgewood Avenue. Free. 321-302-5663. www.321kiteboarding.com/blogs/news
Oct. 22-23, 29-30: Zoo Boo Bash, Sanford. The Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens invites children and adults alike to trick-or-treat throughout the park while learning about the myths and realities of endangered animals. Kids are encouraged to wear costumes and bring goody bags. Events include costume contests, face painting and more. 407-323-4450. http://www.centralfloridazoo.org/events
Oct. 22-23: Mount Dora Craft Fair, Mount Dora. This nationally ranked, juried event continues to attract more than 250,000 visitors and more than 350 of the best crafters in the country. Features food, music and a kid zone. In downtown streets; 411 N Donnelly St, Mt Dora. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission. 352-217-8390. www.mountdoracraftfair.com
Oct. 23: Festival Calle Orange, Orlando. Central Florida's largest Hispanic festival bringing together people of many nationalities, religions and backgrounds to enjoy food, music and dancing in the streets. 10 city blocks are dedicated to this event in Downtown Orlando. This celebration of culture includes 4 stages with more than 40 Bands, sampling, souvenir, food vendors and much more. 1310 North Chickasaw Trail, Orlando; 407-381-5310 11 a.m.-8p.m. $15 per person at the gate 407-205-2831. www.facebook.com/calleorange
Oct. 28: Cocoa Village Friday Fest. Cocoa. Held on the last Friday of each month in downtown Cocoa Village, visitors can enjoy food, vendors, kids' activities and live music. 6-9 p.m. Brevard Avenue. Free. www.cocoafl.org
Oct. 28-29: Swan & Dolphin Food & Wine Classic, Lake Buena Vista. Annual event with tastings and beverage seminars at Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel. 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. 1500 Epcot Resorts Blvd., Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830. Ticket prices vary. 888-828-8850. www.swandolphinfoodandwineclassic.com
Oct. 28-30: Rock Mineral Gem Jewelry Fossil Show, Orlando. Visitors can see and buy gems, beads, metaphysical stones and other items during the annual Rock Mineral Gem Jewelry Fossil Show. On the agenda are demonstrations, auctions, kids' table, slice mining for gems and hourly door prizes. The event is at the Florida National Guard Armory, 2809 South Fern Creek Avenue. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for students. www.cfmgs.org/home.html
Oct. 29: Fall Festival in the Village, Cocoa. A free family fall celebration hosted by the City of Cocoa with the help of our community churches featuring bounce houses, rock wall, hay ride, face painting, caricature artist, games, food trucks, costume contests, entertainment on stage and much more. 3-7 p.m. At Cocoa Riverfront Park. www.cocoafl.org
Tampa Bay-Sarasota (including Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Sarasota, Anna Maria Island, Bradenton, Tarpon Springs and Homosassa)
Sept. 23-Oct. 30: Busch Gardens' Howl-O-Scream, Tampa Bay. Howl-O-Scream is with an "Evil Encore" theme. As always, the event will feature roaming hoards, haunted houses, live shows. Event runs every Thurs.-Sat. throughout the month of October. Howl-O-Scream is not recommended for young children. Tickets range $35.88-$99.99. Group rates are available. 10165 N McKinley Dr, Tampa. 888-800-5447 seaworldparks.com/en/buschgardens-tampa/howloscream
Sept. 30 - Oct. 2: Super Boat International racing, Clearwater Beach. The weekend features the races, as well as parties, fireworks, concerts, a beauty pageant and the chance to see the boats and drivers up close. 727-593-5536. www.clearwatersuperboat.com
Oct. 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 28-29: Creatures of the Night, Tampa. Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo offers a fun Halloween celebration filled with scare zones, animal encounters, a ghoul dance party and more. They promise to only have "scares and startles" instead of horror and gore. Drinks and food will be available for purchase. Zoo members and Pay for a Day ticket holders will be able to enter the event for free. There will be "After 4 p.m." tickets available online for $19.95. 813-935-8552. http://www.lowryparkzoo.org/events/creatures-of-the-nightOct. 13-16: Ringling International Arts Festival, Sarasota. Performances in music, theater and dance, and major art exhibitions. The four-day festival will feature artists from Australia this year. Enjoy free admission with purchase of RIAF performance ticket to Museum of Art. Fri-Sat, Oct 14-15, 10: a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun, Oct 16, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Lounge on the Lawn; Oct. 14, 3-7 p.m. Oct. 15, 13-7 p.m.; Oct. 16 12-5 p.m. After-hours Jazz-Oct. 14-15, 9- 10:30 p.m. 941-360-7399. A detailed schedule of events is available at www.ringling.org
Oct. 13-16: Clearwater Jazz Holiday, Clearwater. The annual Jazz Holiday brings together all veins of jazz music in four days of free entertainment at Coachman Park in downtown Clearwater. One of the longest-running and best-known free live jazz events in the country. No longer free, but this event packs some of the biggest names in the industry. Tickets range per-day and 3-day $16-$170. At Coachman Park: 301 Drew St, Clearwater 727-461-5200. www.clearwaterjazz.com
Oct. 15: Anna Maria Island Chamber Bayfest, Anna Maria Island. One of the most popular, annual festivals on Anna Maria Island is Bayfest, the celebration of music, food, arts and crafts. 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. On Pine Avenue. Free. 941-778-1541. www.annamariaislandchamber.org
Oct. 15-30 (every weekend only): Pumpkin Festival, Bradenton. Kids and adults will enjoy a day at a real working farm with homemade apple cider, a petting farm, old country store, pumpkin patch and arts and crafts. Festival to include craft booths, live music, pumpkins, hay and pony rides, scarecrow displays, homemade ice cream, farm roasted sweet corn, rock climbing wall, petting zoo, barnyard playground, face painting, children's train ride, juggler, a frog jumping championship and so much more. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: $10, children 12 and under are Free. Parking: $5. At Hunsader Farms: 5500 CR 675, Bradenton. 941-322-2168. www.hunsaderfarms.com
Oct. 20-21: Traces of Cuba, Tampa. Ybor City Museum State Park unveils of a new exhibit that highlights Cuba's role in shaping Tampa's cultural heritage. Festivities include Cuban food and entertainment in the Museum Garden and presentations from notable experts on the history of Tampa's early Cuban immigrant communities, featuring Dr. Roberto González Echevarría on Oct. 21. 1818 E 9th Ave, Tampa. Contact firstname.lastname@example.com or 813.247.1434. www.ybormuseum.org/legacy-awards
Oct. 21-22: 4th Annual Haunted Trails, Osprey. Oscar Scherer State Park hosts its annual haunted trails on Oct. 21 this year. Entertainment includes trick-or-treating, costume contests, the spooky haunted trail and more. 941-483-5956. https://www.floridastateparks.org/content/4th-annual-haunted-trails
Oct. 20-30: Necronomicon, Tampa. Steven Barnes and Tananarive Due will be the guests of honor at this year's Necronomicon, a convention for science fiction, fantasy and horror. Early registration is $40 till October 10. After October 10th and at the door, membership is $55. Individual days- Friday: $25; Saturday: $30; Sunday: $25 It will be held at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay: 2900 Bayport Drive. www.stonehill.org/necro.htm
Oct. 28-30: Tampa Bay Megacon. This three-day convention will offer entertainment ranging from comic artist sketch battles to costumed characters. Celebrity guests will include William Shatner, Alex Kingston, Rob Liefield, David Tennant and more.
firstname.lastname@example.com. 333 S. Franklin Street Tampa, FL 33602.
Oct. 28 -30: Sarasota Pumpkin Festival, Sarasota. The Sarasota Pumpkin Festival celebrates autumn. On the agenda are a pumpkin patch, maze, midway rides and games, pie eating contest, shows, petting zoo, crafts, hayrides, pony rides and a beer garden. 12 p.m.-10 p.m. (Friday and Saturday), 12 p.m.- 8 p.m. (Sunday) Carnival rides are available inside the festival. Premier Sports Campus (5895 Post Blvd. Lakewood Ranch. www.sarasotapumpkinfestival.com
Southwest Florida (including Naples, Fort Myers, Venice, Port Charlotte and Punta Gorda)
Oct. 7-9: Pirate Festival, Fort Myers Beach. Oct. 7-4 p.m.-10 p.m.at Times Square, Oct. 8 & 9-10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Old San Carlos Blvd. Featuring a 21+ Pub Quest, Costumes, Drink Specials, Awards and Prizes, Family Friendly Fun with Children's Activities on Old San Carlos Blvd., a Pirate Bazaar, Live Ship Battles • Live Music, Food and Drinks; Free. 239-454-7500. www.fortmyersbeach.org/piratefest
Oct. 7-9: Summerset Regatta, Fort Myers Beach. Fifty boats carrying 250 sailors will compete in the annual Summerset Regatta. For the past 50 years, the event has been hosted by a local yachting club that calls itself the Caloosahatchee Marching and Chowder Society, but sailors from up and down the Southwest Florida coast participate. This regatta features offshore sailing, school buoy races, a West Marine coastal race, racing classes, Prizes and awards, a youth sailing benefit event, and the famous Sunday Cruisers Coastal Race. www.summersetregatta.com
Oct. 16-22: Ding Darling Days, Sanibel Island. The J. N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge sets the scene for the annual Ding Darling Days, a week of eco activities. Activities include hiking, biking tours, and kayaking. Oct 22 is devoted to Pulitzer prize winner Jay Norwood. Free. 1 Wildlife Dr. Sanibel 239-472-1100. www.fws.gov/refuge/jn_ding_darling
Oct. 20: Downtown Gallery Walk, Punta Gorda. The Punta Gorda Downtown Merchants Assocation hosts an evening of music, art and tastings in historic downtown Punta Gorda. Held every third Thursday of the month in downtown Punta Gorda. 5-8 p.m. Free, free parking. 941-505-0130. www.charlotteharbortravel.com
Oct. 21-23, 28-30: Oktoberfest, Cape Coral. German tradition is alive and well in Cape Coral, home of Lee County's largest annual Oktoberfest. Hosted by the German-American Club. Highlights include Huge Tent and Outside Biergarten, a kid's carnival area, 3 stages and 2 dance floors, and 2 bands direct from Germany. Hours vary each day. Tickets $5 in advance, $6 at the gate. Children under twelve are free. At German-American Club: 2101 SW Pine Island Road. 239-283-1400. www.capecoraloktoberfest.com
Oct. 21-23: Florida International Air Show, Punta Gorda. Annual air festival features military and civilian aircraft performances and up-close aircraft on the ground with events Friday-Sunday. $15 ages 13 and up Friday, $20 ages 13 and up Saturday-Sunday. $5 ages 3-12 Friday-Sunday. 2 and under free. At Punta Gorda Airport, 28000 Airport Road. www.floridaairshow.com
South Florida and the Keys (including Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Key Largo, Key West and the Treasure Coast)
Sept. 29-Oct. 2: Bird Festival, Coral Gables. The Bird Festival at Fairchild is held in partnership with the Tropical Audubon Society and features two days of off-site tours of South Florida bird habitats led by Tropical Audubon Society experts. The Bird Festival then continues at Fairchild with activities for birders of all ages, including presentations by bird experts, bird walks and an amateur bird photo contest and exhibit. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Admission is $25 for adults, $18 for seniors 65 and up, $12 for children 6-17, and free for Fairchild members and children 5 and under. 305-667-1651 10901 Old Cutler Road. www.fairchildgarden.org
Sept. 30-Oct. 2: Oktoberfest, Oakland Park. Oompah fun, German food and beer are highlights of Oktoberfest on Oct. 2-3. The event, at Jaco Pastorius Park, 4000 N. Dixie Highway, also features amusement rides, crafts and more. Admission is $5 for ages 12 and older. www.oaklandparkfl.org/228/Oktoberfest
Sept. 30-Oct 2: West Palm Beach Antiques Festival, West Palm Beach. Known as one of Florida's biggest and best antique shows, this festival has been running at the same location for more than 20 years, attracting dealers from all over the country and selling a vast array of antiques, collectibles, and decorative accessories. Admission is $7-$10. At the South Florida Fairgrounds; 9067 Southern Boulevard West Palm Beach 941-697-7475. www.wpbaf.com
Oct. 1: Rock'n Ribfest, Homestead. The Rock'n Ribfest benefits charity and features entertainment, arts and crafts, kids' play area and barbecue. The festival, at the Homestead Harris Field Pavilion, Southwest 312 Street, is from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is $10; kids 10 and under are free. Food is not included in admission. For details, visit www.homesteadribfest.org
Oct. 1: Harvest Fest, Jupiter. Jupiter puts on Harvest Fest, a free family friendly festival that features an Oktoberfest-style beer garden, Kid's fall carnival area, Petting zoo, Dog costume contest, Local vendors, Food trucks, and the band Uproot Hootenany. The event, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., is at The Plaza Down Under on the Riverwalk. 210 Military Trail. 561-746-5134. jupiter.fl.us/index.aspx?NID=677
Oct. 1: Bahamian Festival, Stuart. Food, dancing, parades, and an overall grand celebration of all Bahamian culture. 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Costella Williams Center, New Monrovia Park, 4455 SE Murray Street. www.discovermartin.com
Oct. 1-10: Oktoberfest, Coral Gables. An 11-day beer, food and music festival that will benefit The Woody Foundation. Admission is free. 11. a.m-Midnight on weekdays and 11 a.m.-2 a.m. on weekends On the Bierhaus Plaza in front of Fritz & Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way. 305-774-1883. www.oktoberfestmiami.com
Oct. 5-8: Bird Festival, Coral Gables. The Bird Festival at Fairchild is held in partnership with the Tropical Audubon Society and features two days of off-site tours of South Florida bird habitats led by Tropical Audubon Society experts. The Bird Festival then continues at Fairchild with activities for birders of all ages, including presentations by bird experts, bird walks and an amateur bird photo contest and exhibit. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Admission is $25 for adults, $18 for seniors 65 and up, $12 for children 6-17, and free for Fairchild members and children 5 and under. 305-667-1651. 10901 Old Cutler Road. www.fairchildgarden.org
Oct. 6-8: Oktoberfest, Oakland Park. Oompah fun, German food and beer are highlights of Oktoberfest on Oct. 2-3. The event, at Jaco Pastorius Park, 4000 N. Dixie Highway, also features amusement rides, crafts and more. Admission is $5 for ages 12 and older. www.oaklandparkfl.org/228/Oktoberfest
POSTPONED, DATES TBD: Oct. 7-8: Beach Town Music Festival, Vero Beach. Music fest with national headliners including Jake Owen, Bret Michaels, The Gin Blossoms, Edwin McCain and more. Gates open at 3:30 p.m. Friday, Noon Saturday. At Indian River County Fairgrounds. Two-day tickets for $104 or Friday for $54 and Saturday for $74 plus $10 daily parking. 7955 58th Ave. www.beachtownfestival.com
Oct. 7-9: Key West Marathon, Key West. This 10k/5k event offers 26.2, 13.1, 6.2 or 3.1 miles of beachside running. The scenic, flat course takes runners through Key West, across Stock Island and on to Rockland Key, allowing an opportunity to view both the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico. The Marathon Course is USATF certified. www.somomarathon.com
Oct. 9: Miami Carnival Parade and Festival, Miami. Traditional West Indian-style Carnival and parade featuring Caribbean music, costumes, food, arts and crafts and more. Parade date is Oct. 9 and starts at noon. Early Bird tickets are $20.00 online and $40.00 after 6 p.m. Festival held at the Miami-Dade County Fairgrounds: 10901 SW 24 St. Miami 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. 305-653-1877. www.miamibrowardcarnival.com
Oct. 12-16: Humphrey Bogart Film Festival, Key Largo. The Humphrey Bogart Film Festival comes to the Florida Keys Oct. 12-16. The annual event, where Bogie and Lauren Bacall filmed the classic thriller "Key Largo," is to screen a rotating selection of Bogie classics. All films shown at Tavernier Cinema unless otherwise indicated. There are various tickets and passes. www.bogartfilmfestival.com
Oct. 14-16: Oktoberfest, Port St. Lucie. In its seventh year, the German food and beer, music, dance and crafts will be on tap during Oktoberfest, presented by the City of Port St. Lucie and the German American Club of the Treasure Coast. This is a family-friendly event complete with crafts show, numerous food vendors, entertainment and children activities The event will be held at the Promenade at the Port St. Lucie Civic Center, at the corner of U.S. 1 and Walton Road 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Covered parking is available across the street; Free. www.psloktoberfest.blogspot.com
SOLD OUT Oct. 15: Lantern Festival, Delray Beach. The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens' Lantern Festival showcases entertainment, including taiko drumming and Japanese folk dancing, a street fair, children's activities and games. In keeping with the traditional Obon celebration, guests will have opportunity to personalize handmade paper lanterns. Food vendors will offer Asian and American favorites and there will be a Beer Garden and Sake Station. Event hours are from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. 4000 Morikami Park Rd. Delray Beach Tickets range $9-$15. (free for children 6 and under). Visit www.morikami.org/lanternfest
Oct. 15-16: 17th Annual Downtown Stuart Craft Festival, Stuart. Photography, paintings, sculpture, jewelry and more. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. 26 SW Osceola St. Free. www.artfestival.com/festivals/annual-downtown-stuart-craft-festival
Oct. 21: Monster Masquerade 2016, Miami. From 7 to 11 p.m. on Oct. 21, Zoo Miami will offer attendees treats, an open bar, costume contests, a Witches Brew Garden and more. Tickets start at $60 for early bird zoo members and $65 for early bird non-members. There are no refunds available once a ticket is purchased. 305-251-0400. http://www.zoomiami.org/MonsterMasquerade
Oct. 21-23: Rocktoberfest. Vero Beach. Three days of music and beer with Friday and Saturday highlighting music from the '50s to the '80s and gospel and bluegrass on Sunday. Early three-day tickets from $45. 4:30-11 p.m. Friday, Noon-11 p.m. Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. 7955 58th Ave. 772-766-3083. www.rockverobeach.com
Oct. 21-23: Haunted Pirate Fest and Mermaid Splash. Boynton Beach. The swashbuckling get-down, returning for its fifth year will spend three days raising a mug to loot plunderers and underwater dwellers with live music, food and games, and is anticipating more than 100,000 festivalgoers. There will be pirate re-enactments, magic shows, mermaid tanks and comedians. 6-10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Oct. 22 and 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Oct. 23 at Ocean Avenue Amphitheatre, 129 E. Ocean Ave. Admission is free. Call 561-600-9093 or go to BBPirateFest.com
Oct. 21, 23, 28, 30: Boo at the Zoo, Palm Beach Gardens. The Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society will be holding a Halloween celebration aimed at children in late October. The event will offer trick-or-treat stations and more. 561-547-9453. http://www.palmbeachzoo.org/boo-at-the-zoo-2016
Oct. 21-30: Fantasy Fest, Key West. A 10-day celebration, which includes costume competitions, promenades, street fairs and a grand parade featuring marching groups and lavish floats. There are many outrageous and family-friendly events all around the town. 305-296-1817. www.fantasyfest.net
Oct. 22: Stone Crab Eating Contest, Key West. The Fourth Annual Stone Crab Eating Contest celebrates the opening of the stone crab season in the Florida Keys at the Keys Fisheries Market & Marina. Participation fee is required and contestants must be at least 18 to enter. Prizes will be awarded to the three top finishers. The Keys Fisheries is located at 3502 Gulfview Avenue. 866-743-4353. www.keysfisheries.com/events
Oct. 24: Heroes and Villains 5K, Key West. The Last Key sets the scene for the Heroes and Villains 5K Run/Walk. Participants are encouraged to dress as their favorite superhero or villain. Prizes are awarded for the most creative, best group, scariest and funniest characters. The race starts at 6 p.m. at the Reach, a Waldorf Astoria Resort. Pre-register for only $20 (price goes up after Sept. 21). 305-747-8563. www.themeruns.com
Oct. 29: 8th Annual Palm City Fall Fest, Palm City. activities, art & craft booths, car show, music & entertainment, children's activities and a pumpkin patch. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Citrus Grove Community Park, 2507 SW Citrus Blvd. Free. www.palmcitychamber.com/palm-city-fall-fest.html
Oct. 29-30: ZooBoo, Miami. Zoo Miami is hosting ZooBoo from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 29 and 30. The event will offer entertainment such as costume contests, special performances and more. 305-251-0400. http://www.zoomiami.org/Zoo_Boo
Oct. 29-30: Downtown Delray Beach Craft Festival, Delray Beach. Streets of downtown Delray Beach are transformed into an outdoor craft showcase, complete with 150 crafters offering affordable original works. Free admission. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.artfestival.com/Festivals/Downtown_Delray_Beach_Craft_Festival_Delray_Beach_Florida_October.ASPX
Oct. 30: Jazz at MOCA, Miami. The popular Jazz at MOCA series presents free outdoor concerts on the last Friday of every month. Music starts at 8 p.m. The museum is open from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. by donation. At Museum of Contemporary Art. Joan Lehman Building at 770 NE 125th Street North Miami, 305-893-6211.
Oct. 30: Owl-o-ween, Miami. This event, hosted by Barnacle Historic State Park, offers attendees the chance to learn about owls and celebrate their existence with games, a costume parade, contests, crafts and more. Prizes will be awarded for the best bird costume and owl call. Leashed pets are welcome. $2 entry fee for those over 5 years of age. 305 442-6866. 3485 Main Highway Miami, FL 33133. https://www.floridastateparks.org/park-events/The-Barnacle
Northeast Florida (including Jacksonville, St. Augustine, Flagler County and Amelia Island)
Oct. 1-2: First Weekend Union Garrison, Fernandina Beach. Re-creation of daily life in a Civil War fort, at Amelia Island's Fort Clinch State Park on the first weekend of the month. Activities include artillery and medical demonstrations, soldier drills, and re-enactments of daily chores from laundry and kitchen duty to carpentry work, all reenacted by living historians dressed in period costume. Park entrance fee $6 per vehicle plus $2 per person for fort admission; under 6 free. 904-277-7274. www.floridastateparks.org/fortclinch
Oct. 2-9: Amelia Island Jazz Festival, Fernandina Beach. The Amelia Island Jazz Festival has featured headliners such as David Sanborn, Ramsey Lewis, Spyro Gyra and Mindi Abair. The 2015 festival is set to offer world-class jazz at venues throughout Amelia Island. Various tickets are available. 904-504-4772. www.ameliaislandjazzfestival.com
CANCELED: Oct. 7: First Friday Art Walk, St. Augustine. One of the city's most popular cultural events, held the first Friday of each month. Enjoy new exhibits, music, entertainment and refreshments at 15 participating galleries, plus great food. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. 1-832-779-2781. www.floridahistoriccoast.com
POSTPONED TO OCT. 28-30: Oct. 7-9: Annual Greek Festival, St. Augustine. The Greek influence on the nation's oldest city is celebrated with music, food and dancing at this annual event. Hosted by Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. At the Special Events Field on Castillo Drive downtown. Admission: $5 (children 14 and under are free with paying adult, as well as active-duty military and their immediate family). www.stauggreekfest.com
Oct. 8: Artrageous Artwalk, Amelia Island. Held monthly on second Saturday, to open the doors of some of the island's incredible galleries, featuring photography, pottery, copper, stained glass, watercolor, acrylics and more. Participants can peruse more than a dozen galleries in downtown Fernandina Beach and at the Plantation Artists' Guild and Gallery located at Amelia Island Plantation. www.islandart.org/artrageous-artwalk
Oct. 8-30: Corn Maze at Sykes & Cooper Farm, Elkton. Here's a way to get ready for fall: a nine-acre Corn Maze at Sykes & Cooper Farm. event also features a Pumpkin Maze for kids. Other highlights include hayrides, and farm animals to meet and greet. Fridays 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Saturdays 10 a.m.-10 p.m. and Sundays 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tickets range $8-$10 (children 2 and under are free). Last ticket sold 1 hour prior to closing. Sykes & Cooper Farm is located at 5995 Brough Road. www.sycofarms.com
Oct. 14-16, 21-23, 27-31: Spooktacular, Jacksonville. The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is hosting a Halloween event this year with entertainment ranging from DJ's to Peter Pan's Neverland to Scare Zones offering zombies, witches and more. Tickets start at $7 for members and $9 for non-members. Group rates are available. 904-757-4469. http://spooktacular.jacksonvillezoo.org/
Oct. 22-23: WasabiCon, Jacksonville. The motto of WasabiCon is "geek culture, extra spicy." The festival celebrates "all things geek," including Internet culture, paranormal, science fiction, anime and more. This event has doubled in size since last year and will be held at Our new home is the Lexington Hotel & Conference Center (Riverwalk) located at 1515 Prudentlakial Drive, Jacksonville. A Weekend (2-Day) Pass at the door is $40, A Saturday Only Pass at the door is $25, A Sunday Only Pass at the door is $20. Free for children under three. Save more by purchasing online early. www.wasabicon.com
Oct. 28-30: Annual Greek Festival, St. Augustine. The Greek influence on the nation's oldest city is celebrated with music, food and dancing at this annual event. Hosted by Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. At the Special Events Field on Castillo Drive downtown. Admission: $5 (children 14 and under are free with paying adult, as well as active-duty military and their immediate family). www.stauggreekfest.com
North-Central Florida (including Ocala, Gainesville and Tallahassee)
Oct. 1: 10th Annual Oktoberfest All GM Show. Ocala. General Motors cars and trucks head to Silver Springs showing off all eras displayed in front of the Twin Oaks Mansion Stage. There will be activities for kids and families and the rangers will be giving a variety of interpretive programs. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free with paid park admission. At Silver Springs State Park, 1425 NE 58th Avenue. 352-236-7148. www.floridastateparks.org/silversprings
Oct. 1: Central Florida Fall Harvest & Peanut Festival, Williston. The Annual Central Florida Fall Harvest & Peanut Festival features crafts, music, rides, lots of peanuts and peanut products, and the crowning of Little Peanut King and Queen and Baby Peanut. Pet friendly. Heritage Park 444 Northwest Main Street; Free. www.willistonfl.com/peanut-festival
Oct. 1-2: Butterflyfest, Gainesville. The Florida Museum of Natural History puts on its annual Butterflyfest with activities and exhibits in celebration of wings and wildlife. The event is held annually at Powell Hall, 3215 Hull Rd, Gainesville. Admission to Butterflyfest is free, but there is a fee for workshops. www.flmnh.ufl.edu/butterflyfest/home
Oct. 14-16: Suwannee River Quilt Show and Sale, White Springs. More than 200 quilts of all sizes and shapes will be displayed throughout the park including the Stephen Foster Museum, the Memorial Carillon Tower and the park auditorium. 9 a.m.-5 p.m at the Located in the Northeast region at: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive/ US HWY 41 North White Springs Visitors can enjoy boutiques, demonstrations, lectures, quilting supply vendors, a food concessionaire and door prizes. Admission to Quilt Show is $5. 386-397-7009. www.floridastateparks.org/park-events/Stephen-Foster
Oct. 15: Family Pumpkin Festival, White Springs. Big Shoals State Park is hosting a family fun night complete with pumpkin bowling, face painting, hayrides, and more. 386-397-2733.
Oct. 15: Haunted Moonlight Hike, Keystone Heights. This annual event hosted by Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park is a one-mile hike along a haunted trail through the woods of Gold Head Branch. The park warns that the hike will be scary so "please use discretion in bringing young children." For safety reasons, strollers and pets are prohibited. Food and drink will be available for purchase before and after the hike. Tickets are $5 and will be available for purchase beginning at 7 p.m. and closing around 9 p.m. All proceeds will go toward funding the Gold Head Branch State Park Citizen Support Organization. 352-473-4701.
Oct. 16: Pickin' in the Park, Ocala. On the third Sunday of each month, local and visiting musicians perform acoustic music in a scenic area in front of the headsprings at Silver Springs State Park. 1 p.m. Free with paid park admission. 1425 NE 58th Avenue. 352-236-7148. www.floridastateparks.org/silversprings
Oct. 22: Annual 3K/6K Costume Run, Palatka. Hosted by Ravine Gardens State Park, this event will be held on Scenic Drive and feature race and costume awards. You can register online at RaceSmith.com or pick up a registration packet at the park. Pre-race packet pick-up and registration will be on Oct. 21 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Race Day registration will be from 7 to 8 a.m. on Oct. 22. 386-329-3721. https://www.floridastateparks.org/park-events/ravine-gardens
Oct. 22: 12th Annual Florida Bat Festival. Gainesville. The Lubee Bat Conservancy offers visitors a chance to get up close and personal with giant fruit bats by touring the conservancy grounds, not normally open to the public. The family-friendly event will feature free activities including bat-themed crafts, games for children, educational exhibits, bounce houses and bat experts. Food and merchandise including bat houses will be on hand. 2015 saw more than 5,600 visitors for the one-day event. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission $8 ages 13 and up, $5 ages 5-12, 4 and under free. 1309 NW 192nd Ave. 352-485-1250. www.lubee.org/event/12th-annual-florida-bat-festival
Oct. 28: River Rhythms, Ocala. On the fourth Friday of each month, Silver Springs hosts an evening of live music featuring a drum circle. To particpate in the drum circle, make sure to bring your own drum or percussion instrument. At Silver Springs State Park. 4 p.m. to sundown. Free with paid park admission. 1425 NE 58th Avenue. 352-236-7148. www.floridastateparks.org/silversprings
Oct. 28-30: Great American Cooter Festival, Inverness. Barbecue cook-off, bike rides, live entertainment, food and craft vendors, carnival rides, family entertainment, games, cooter races and more. Liberty Park, 286 N. Apopka Ave., Inverness. 352-726-2611. www.cooterfestival.com
The Panhandle (including Pensacola, Panama City Beach, Apalachicola and Destin)
Sept. 30-Oct. 1: Florida Scallop and Music Festival, Port St. Joe. Art and craft vendors, educational exhibits, a kid zone and many great food vendors will be located throughout the park to make the two-day event an enjoyable experience for all, with sweet southern-fried scallops headlining the menu. General admission, Saturday: Active military personnel with valid I.D. is free. Children under 6 and active military personnel are free, ages 6-11 $5, ages 12-up $10. Parking is free. 850-227-1223 www.scallopfestfl.org
Sept. 30-Oct. 2: Pensacola Seafood Festival, Pensacola. Treat your taste buds to a variety of dishes from carefully selected food vendors bordering the park. Enjoy foods such as grilled conch, seafood gumbo, oyster croquettes, soft shell crab, coconut shrimp, Caribbean crab cakes and more. 850-433-6512. www.fiestaoffiveflags.org
Sept. 30-Oct 2: Destin Seafood Festival, Destin. The annual Destin Seafood Festival serves up delicacies from the sea. The festival, at the Destin Harbor Harborwalk, also features entertainment and crafts. Admission is free, but donations are accepted. Event hours are from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. 10 Harbor Blvd. www.destinseafoodfestival.org
Oct. 1: Shindig on the Sand 3-Day Music Festival, Pensacola. Break out the sunscreen and head to the world-famous Flora-Bama Lounge & Package for 3 days of music on the beach and throughout the bar. Featuring 70 musical acts and more than 200 musicians. 17401 Perdido Key Drive. www.florabama.com
Oct. 6-7: Florida Scallop and Music Festival, Port St. Joe. Art and craft vendors, educational exhibits, a kid zone and many great food vendors will be located throughout the park to make the two-day event an enjoyable experience for all, with sweet southern-fried scallops headlining the menu. General admission, Saturday: Active military personnel with valid I.D. is free. Children under 6 and active military personnel are free, ages 6-11 $5, ages 12-up $10. Parking is free. 850-227-1223 www.scallopfestfl.org
Oct. 6-8: Destin Seafood Festival, Destin. The annual Destin Seafood Festival serves up delicacies from the sea. The festival, at the Destin Harbor Harborwalk, also features entertainment and crafts. Admission is free, but donations are accepted. Event hours are from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. 10 Harbor Blvd. www.destinseafoodfestival.org
Oct. 7-9: The Pirates of the High Seas Fest at Pier Park, Panama City Beach. Columbus Day weekend is to bring a wave of swashbuckling fun to this coastal community during the Pirates of the High Seas Fest at Pier Park. The festival will include an ensemble of parades and sword-swinging showdowns, culminating with a dueling fireworks display reenacting The Battle of the Seven Seas. Admission is free. Pier Park is at 600 Pier Park Drive. www.visitpanamacitybeach.com
Oct. 9: Apalach Oktoberfest, Apalachicola. Organizers promise a fun-filled weekend of live music, bratwurst and beer. A 5K will be at 8 a.m then plan for live music from noon to 9 p.m. 252 Water Street. www.apalachoktoberfest.com


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Fri-Sun., Nov. 12-14, 9 a.m./6 p.m/5 p.m. -- at USA Swimming Minnesota Grand Prix (Minneapolis, Minn.)
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The University of Michigan men's swimming and diving team (2-1-1) will send select group of swimmers to Minneapolis, Minn., for the Minnesota Grand Prix (Fri-Sun., Nov. 12-14). Preliminaries will begin at 9 a.m. CST, with final heats scheduled for a 6 p.m. CST start. Sunday's finals will start an hour earlier, at 5 p.m. CST. The Minnesota Grand Prix is a short-course preliminary/finals meet, with the top 24 swimmers in each event advancing to the finals. Each event during the finals will consist of bonus, consolation and championship final heats, except the 1,650-yard freestyle and all relays, which will be conducted as timed final events.
Order of Events
Friday, Nov. 12
200-yard freestyle
100-yard breaststroke
100-yard butterfly
400-yard individual medley
400-yard freestyle relay
Saturday, Nov. 13
200-yard butterfly
50-yard freestyle
100-yard backstroke
500-yard freestyle
200-yard breaststroke
800-yard freestyle relay
Sunday, Nov. 14
1,650-yard freestyle
200-yard individual medley
200-yard backstroke
100-yard freestyle
400-yard medley relay
400-yards to Freedom -- Michigan was dominant in 400-yard races at last year's Minnesota Grand Prix, setting meet records in the 400-yard freestyle relay and 400-yard medley relay. The medley relay team of Alon Mandel (2007-10), current senior Neal Kennedy (Chanhassen, Minn./Chaska), Chris Brady (2007-10) and Evan Ryser (2006-07, '09-10) turned in a time of 3:15.33 to erase Minnesota's 2008 effort of 3:18.86. The freestyle team of current junior Dan Madwed (Stamford, Conn./Towson), Brady, Kennedy and Riser posted a time of 2:58.24, improving on the Minnesota's old mark of 3:01.18 also set in 2008.
A Mad Good Weekend -- Dan Madwed was named Big Ten Swimmer of the Week on Tuesday (Nov. 9) for the second time in his career. Madwed led U-M with two individual wins and two relay victories in double-dual meet with Indiana and Texas (Nov. 5). Madwed collected NCAA consideration times in all four events he participated in, earning four first-place finishes. Madwed owns more than a one-second margin over the rest of the country in the 200 butterfly (1:46.08).
Catch me if you Can -- Freshman Kyle Whitaker (Chesterton, Ind./Chesterton) remained perfect in the 200-yard individual medley against Indiana and Texas (Nov. 5). Whitaker has taken first place in the event in the first two double-dual meets of his career, missing the NCAA provisional time by a quarter of a second at 1:49.50 last time out. Senior James Ridgeway (Chicago, Ill./Saint Patrick) has yet to be caught in the 100-yard breaststroke, winning both times out this season. His 55.58 effort against the Longhorns and Hoosiers was seven one-hundreths of a second off the consideration time mark.
FINA Short Course Championships -- Michigan will send head coach Mike Bottom, sophomore Hassaan Abdel Khalik (Mississauga, Ontario/Silverthorn Collegiate) and Sean Ryan to the 10th FINA Short Course World Swimming Championships on Dec. 15-19 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Bottom and Ryan will join former U-M head coach Jon Urbanchek and former Wolverines Tyler Clary (2008-10), Charlie Houchin (2007-10) and Peter Vanderkaay (2003-06) with the United States. Abdel Khalik will swim for Canada.
Michigan men's swimming and diving is now on Twitter. Sign up and follow the Wolverines (Michigan_swim) with up-to-the-minute news and information throughout the season and beyond. Twitter is a free casual, online social network that is designed to connect businesses, organizations and individuals. Each Twitter post (or "tweet") can be received on a user's cell phone via text or on the web.
Michigan men's swimming and diving is also on Facebook. Connect with the program, alumni and fans by clicking the "Like" button at facebook.com/michiganmensswimming. Facebook is a social network service and website with more than 500 million active users.
The University of Michigan athletics department will no longer print media guides. U-M fans and media can still obtain all the information they're used to, only now it's available online. Each of our varsity athletic teams will have a Record Book and a Yearbook. If you're looking for in-depth historical information, statistics, records, archives, etc., the Record Book is what you'll need. For more of a general overview of a team, the staff and student-athletes, check out the Yearbook. [ Publications ]
Considered one of the finest college-owned swimming and diving facilities when it was constructed in 1988 at a cost of approximately $8.5 million, a renovation in 1998 upgraded Canham to a state-of-the-art swimming and diving facility. The 59,000-square foot natatorium houses a 50-meter pool, eight lanes wide, that can be divided into two separate 25-yard pools by movable bulkheads. The Dick Kimball Diving Pool, located at the west end of the facility, features an Olympic Tower, one- and three-meter springboards and a hot tub. On the east end of the mezzanine level is one of two full-service training rooms on the U-M athletic campus. One of Michigan's three weight training and conditioning facilities is also located in the natatorium.
Fri-Sun., Nov. 19-21, 10 a.m./6 p.m. -- at Purdue Invitational - Diving Only (West Lafayette, Ind.)
Thu-Sun., Dec. 2-5, 9 a.m./5 p.m./10 a.m. -- at USA Swimming Short Course Nationals (Columbus, Ohio) (TV: NBC)
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Posted by Joe Stanhope on July 8, 2011
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I'm pleased to announce that Customer Intelligence is returning to the Forrester #IMChat tweet jam next week with a session on mobile application measurement – at 2 p.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday, July 12th. Just in case you're new to our tweet jam sessions, these are weekly interactive discussions held via Twitter on a variety of marketing topics, using the #IMChat hashtag. Everyone is welcome to join in.
Mobile is top of mind for many marketers due to growing market penetration, improved mobile network capacity, and the availability of compelling devices such as smartphones. Engaging with consumers via mobile is no longer optional; the traffic numbers for mobile web browsing and application usage are too big to ignore. I am fascinated by mobile because it is very much related to other interactive channels, and as a platform, mobile is a tremendous enabler of other channels such as social, yet it is a very unique, specialized, and personal experience.
Mobile applications are an exciting frontier for digital marketing, with huge potential for engaging customers and driving revenue and loyalty. But as an emerging channel, mobile applications are challenging due to new and evolving technical requirements, uncertain consumer expectations, and a paucity of benchmarks. Clearly, this is an environment where measurement is critical: to optimize customer experiences, maximize ROI, make the case for investment, and to meet customer needs. But sophisticated mobile application measurement remains the exception rather than the rule.
In April I published my first report on mobile measurement, and the follow-up report on mobile site and application optimization will be available shortly. This tweet jam is an opportunity to continue discussing mobile application measurement with the community to encourage adoption, build up our collective knowledge, and develop best practices.
I will lead this discussion alongside my co-host Brian Suthoff from Localytics – focusing on the following five questions:
1. What role do mobile applications play in the digital marketing mix; are they enablers of marketing and commerce, or are mobile apps products in and of themselves?
2. How do we judge the success of mobile applications?
3. What challenges do you experience in measuring mobile applications?
4. How should mobile application measurement data integrate with other marketing and enterprise systems?
5. As applications mature, is the "mobile" distinction less important than the concept of an "app"?
As always, we'll be joined by Sarah Glass, who runs our tweet jams, and you can read Suresh Susarla's post on #IMChat best practices for some additional background information.
So get your thoughts together around measuring mobile applications and join me and the #IMChat team on Tuesday, July 12, at 2 p.m. Eastern time at TweetChat or by following the #IMChat hashtag on your Twitter app of choice.
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Things have been crazy around here as usual. We traveled to NH for Thanksgiving for the first time in 7 years! It was so great to be around my family for the holiday!! We are finally getting back into the groove and now the chaos of both of my boys having birthdays AND Christmas in the same month is chaotic! I'm doing everything I can to stay above water, so that's why you haven't heard from me a lot recently! From now until Christmas, I won't be posting as often and I even have a few fun guest posters for ya'll which I KNOW you will enjoy. And don't forget there is still time to enter my Tailwind Giveaway AND my Christmas Prize Pack Giveaway, so go enter now and win yourself some goodies for the holidays!! So anyway, I don't typically do these surveys but I've had this one sitting as a draft for a while and figure I would give it a shot. Feel free to do it yourself and let you readers know little more about you!
1. Would you rather run along a beach path or on a mountain trail?
Without a doubt a beach path. I have loved the beach for as long as I can remember. There isn't anything better than the smell of salty air and the crashing of the waves!
2. If you could choose the flavor of gatorade at your next race's aid stations, what would it be?
I woudn't. I hate gatorade. There is way too much sugar and makes me nauseated. I wish I liked it because it would make races so much easier and I wouldn't have to carry electrolytes with me. I'm a Nuun girl!
3. If I gave you a $100 gift card to a running store, what would be the first thing that you would purchase with it?
A new pair of Asics Gel Nimbus of course!
4. Do you prefer to follow a training plan or wake up and decide then how far and how fast you want to run?
I definitely prefer a training plan. The structure helps keep me in line and on track. I'm more likely to slack off if I don't have a plan.
5. Would you rather start your run with the uphill and end on the downhill or start your run with the downhill and end with the uphill?
I would definitely prefer to start uphill and end downhill!! I like to get the bad stuff out of the way first!
6. When you can't run, what type of cross-training do you choose to do?
I like spinning, although I haven't spun in a LONG time. I need to get back ASAP! I also really like Orangetheory, although I haven't been in SO long. I miss doing it!
7. What is your preference—> Out and back, point to point or loop runs?
I prefer either point to point or a loop. Out and backs aren't so bad during a race because you can cheer on your fellow racers, but during a training run? No way!
8. If you could recommend ANY running related item to a new runner, it would be a—>
Oh gosh, there are so many, but the one that I really can't run without is a visor. I prefer Headsweats to keep the sweat out of my eyes, but it also helps protect my face from the sun!
9. Do you ever see any wild animals while out on your runs?
I think the most I've seen is a deer. It was dusk and it jumped out in front of us on a trail. Scared the bejeezus out of us!
10. Ever gotten lost while out on a run?
Nope, I've never gotten lost which is actually quite surprising. I'm not a very good navigator (ask the Mister).
11. If you could have one meal waiting and ready for you each time you got home from a run for the next 30 days… what would that meal be?
And omelet with bacon and toast!
12. Capris or shorts… what do you run in most often?
Always capris or a skirt. I can't do shorts, they are always riding up and I hate having to readjust every 2 minutes. If I wear a skirt it has to have the silicone grippy things on the shorts to help them stay put.
13. At what mile (or how many minutes) into your run does your body start to feel like it is warming up and ready to go?
I would say up to 5 miles is my warm-up, and it's not until then that I really feel like I'm in a groove. So you know what that means for short runs! They are hard!!
14. What do you do with your key when you run?
I take the key fob off the key chain and zip it in the pocket in the back of my skirt or capris.
15. If you could relive any race that you have done in the past, which one what it be?
Paris. No question.


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Cameron Green, who spent the past 2 seasons as an administrative assistant with the USC men's volleyball team, was promoted to volunteer assistant coach in July of 2010.
Green, 36, also is a longtime successful club, high school and beach coach.
He has coached with the Southern California Volleyball Club since 2007, serving as its director since 2010. His boys' 17 team won a bronze medal at the 2009 Junior Olympics.
He was the owner, administrator and head coach of X Volleyball Club from 2003 to 2007.
From 2000 to 2006, he coached boys' teams with the LBC Volleyball Club, winning gold medals at the 2001 (13s) and 2004 (16s) Junior Olympics and a silver in 2002.
He also coached boys' teams with Club Manhattan (2000-01), South Coast Volleyball Club (1995-98) and Torrance Volleyball Club (1993).
He was an assistant boys coach at Mira Costa High in Manhattan Beach from 1997 to 2004, helping the team win the 2001 national championship and consecutive CIF titles in 2001 and 2002.
From 2003 to 2009, he coached and trained various women's pro beach players at AVP and FIVB events, including Kerri Walsh, Misty May, Rachel Wacholder, Jen Kessy, Nancy Mason, Tyra Turner, Suzanne Stonebarger, Michelle More, Diane DeNeccochea, Carrie Dodd, Jen Snyder and Janelle Allen.
He played at Cal State Northridge in 1993 and 1994. The 1993 Matador squad won the MPSF tournament and was the NCAA runnerup.
He received his bachelor's degree in business administration from Belford in 2008.
He prepped at Mira Costa High, where he won All-CIF and All-Ocean League honors. He was a member of the 1990 team that won the national and CIF championships.
Born June 7, 1974, he is recently engaged.


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Description: Join us for fitness, fun, and self-defense. Train with us in the Korean martial art of Kuk Sool Won. Try a free class, anytime. LSSU students and others meet on Monday and Wednesday nights. Students are also welcome on Tuesdays and Thursdays, during community-wide classes.
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Boys, girls basketball ready for Sailors
January 26, 2010
Girls varsity basketball Western Slope League standings:
Team WSL record Overall
Rifle 5-0 9-4
Steamboat Springs 5-1 10-4
Moffat County 4-1 6-8
Glenwood Springs 3-3 7-7
Delta 3-3 4-7
Palisade 3-3 3-10
Eagle Valley 0-6 7-7
Battle Mountain 0-6 0-15
Boys varsity basketball Western Slope League standings:
Team WSL record Overall
Glenwood Springs 6-0 10-5
Steamboat Springs 5-1 8-6
Palisade 4-2 7-7
Rifle 3-2 7-6
Delta 3-3 4-7
Moffat County 1-4 3-11
Battle Mountain 1-5 5-7
Eagle Valley 0-6 3-12
For the Moffat County High School girls varsity basketball team, one of their toughest weeks of the season will start in a familiar spot.
Playing at 6 p.m. today, the Bulldogs (6-8 overall, 4-1 in Western Slope League play) will renew their rivalry with Steamboat Springs (10-4 overall, 5-1 in the WSL) in Steamboat.
MCHS' schedule for the week includes the Sailors, second in the WSL, then a Saturday contest against first-place Rifle.
The Sailors and Bulldogs girls teams are coming off wins against Glenwood Springs.
For MCHS, their 51-36 win against the Demons came Jan. 22 at home.
Lauren Roberts dominated on the boards, scoring 14 points and collecting nine rebounds, while Amanda Snyder provided long-range fireworks with nine points from beyond the three-point line.
The Sailors knocked off the Demons on Jan. 23, winning, 55-40, on the road.
At 7:30 p.m. today, the Moffat County boys varsity basketball team will look to snap a four-game league losing streak.
The Bulldogs (3-11 overall, 1-4 overall) are coming off an 80-73 Jan. 22 home loss to Glenwood Springs and will have to play the Sailors (8-6 overall, 5-1 in the WSL) on their home court.
It's a challenge the team can't wait for, MCHS coach Steve Maneotis said.
"It's good to get back on the floor for us because that was a tough loss," he said of the Glenwood Springs game.
But the game against Glenwood Springs should be helpful in the future for the Bulldogs, Maneotis said.
"Now, they know the difference between 1-4 and 5-0," he said. "We're not far off, but we have a lot of work to get there. This league has a lot of parity in it. Every game is a battle."
The Bulldogs key to success is to find the offensive and defensive rhythm it established in a 19-4 third quarter against Glenwood, Maneotis said.
"We need to have four quarters like our third quarter against Glenwood," he said.
On offense, the Bulldogs have to continue to improve their shot selection, Maneotis said.
"Don't settle for an average shot, go for a great shot," he said. "Second shot opportunities are a must."
Against Steamboat Springs, the defense will have to be on its toes, Maneotis said.
"We have to play solid team defense, through in through," he said. "They have a great point guard in (Isiah) Forsyth, they have (Jack) Spady, and (Charles) Wood. That's a triple-headed monster of guys we need to stop first."
Maneotis said playing in Steamboat Springs will be a challenge the Bulldogs have to overcome.
The Sailors "find ways to win, and we can't allow that to happen," he said. "We have to go to Steamboat and win in a tough environment against a good team."
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HSBC strongly defended its pay and bonus policy to shareholders today as it faced a sizeable revolt at its annual meeting.
In an unusual move, Sir Simon Robertson, chairman of the bank's remuneration committee, took to the stage at the Barbican Centre to address investors.
He told them HSBC had pulled back on a plan to pay chairman Douglas Flint a bonus of up to £2.25 million, cutting it to £1 million. He said this would only happen "in exceptional circumstances" and once in the three-year life of the new pay policy.
Robertson also highlighted the fact that while HSBC had paid out 12% of 2013's profits in pay and bonuses it had paid 35% of profits to shareholders. "The dividend went up 9% in 2014, making us one of the highest dividend payers in the FTSE," he added.
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I am just back in KL, after an interesting week in Barcelona. Apart from customer dinners and meeting old friends, the Congress reflected the opportunities and concerns of a changing industry, where Telcos fight to retain value, Telecom Vendors bring innovations to help Telcos, and new Media and Internet companies enter the Mobile space.
Apart from iPhone, Android and other Mobile OS talks, the most spoken topics around wireless technology were:
-Many announcements and discussions about LTE, as the one of Alcatel-Lucent and NEC joining forces to bring 4G faster to the market. Speculation that some emerging markets might go from 2.5G to LTE, skipping 3G/UMTS.
– Intel kept reinforcing their support for WiMAX on the CPE, as new telecom vendors contracts were announced
– Mobile Advertisement, with companies as Alcatel-Lucent showing video ad insertion , and other as Yahoo positioning for agreements with operators for mobile advertisement in the search and WAP area. See our previous post on the matter.
But the two topics that will have the biggest impact in 2008 are : Femto Cells and Mobile TV
Femto cells are IP based BSR (Node-B and RNC in one box) that provide indoor 3G/UMTS at home backhauled through broadband (ADSL, fiber, etc). Femto will be used by 3G telcos to sell to the user a better indoor coverage for both voice, data and high quality video. More interestingly, Femto will enable straight-forward HomeZone charging with lower rates: e.g. unlimited data flat rates at home, as no radio resource is shared, will make 3G data plans more appealing, even replacing Wifi. Femto will also allow Mobile telcos to bundle their offering with broadband ADSL or similar. And furthermore, once a telco has a Femto cell at the end-user home, the telco can easily handle the complete family communications budget, including broadband, all the 3G mobiles at home, and all 3G data-enabled laptops of the family, all in the same bill.
Mobile TV is getting more and more traction with Mobile Operators, specially those who already have a sister company managing content rights. The model forward is to offer an easy-to-use Rich Media Client to handle both broadcast channels (via DVB-H or DVB-SH), as well as unicast channels for VoD, Catch-up-TV, or other pre-recorded channels. The Telco needs to work as a broadcaster, making sure content is updated, and channels are conveniently packaged. Mobile operators will face competition from Internet sites, such as YouTube, already offering the service on the mobile, but with proper exclusivity agreements for premium content, operators can relegate YouTube to be a complementary service for user-generated free content.


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Atlantic Yards Project has Long Shadow
New York, NY —
Most of the attention on the Brooklyn Atlantic Yards development has focused on the proposed Nets arena. But th development, if approved, would actually stretch a mile along Atlantic Svenue. WNYC's Andrea Bernstein takes a look at the block farthest from the arena –what's there now, and what would change.
REPORTER: On the South Side of Dean Street, between Carlton and Vanderbilt, there's a motley assortment of low-rise buildings – a one story factory some condos, a tofu factory, three and four story buildings housing some forty artists. From his own three-story home, a former SRO he restored himself, painter Peter Krashes looks across the street at the proposed site for the new development. The block is now dominated by a sprawling 6-story grey-white, turn-of the last century factory building.
KRASHES: This big building here is called the Hector bread factory originally. It has been for years a storage facility from a company called Time moving and storage. Time moving and storage sold the building, which is a massive, massive building.
REPORTER: But Forest City Ratner, the developer for the proposed Atlantic Yards project, is acquiring the now-dormant building.
KRASHES: Those are all vacated now and could easily stay vacated; they could be empty for another ten years. We don't know how long it's going to take. This is one of the great worries of our neighborhood that it could be in transition for 20 years.
REPORTER: Krashes, who is President of the Dean Street Block Association says he was reading the paper one morning at his small rough-hewn wood table in his kitchen. He learned from the morning paper that he lived at the cusp of the proposed development.
Krashes brought the paper across the street to his friend Simon Liu. Nestled in a fold of the old Time Moving and Storage buidlign, Liu runs a small, sunny factory that makes stretchers for painters, an art gallery and an art supply store.
LIU: My heart sank I never even heard of the term 'eminent domain' and I asked what it was. I thought what you owned in this country you owned that's after I did all of the renovations.
REPORTER: Liu says he's in talks with Forest City Ratner, but he's not sure where hel'l be able to find comparable space, one where he can still gather all 25 of his employees for lunch every day.
LIU: We don't do mass production, we don't just crank things out, everything is built to order we also eat together the workers...They bring food in and heat it up they will make two big pots of rice every day
REPORTER: Krashes says he – and the 40 artists who live and work on this block – will miss Liu when he leaves.
KRASHES: For someone like me, to be able to walk across the street and get paints, brushes, it's a dream. It's a perfect set up
LIU: And the price--
KRASHES: Well you don't give me a break.
LIU: I give everybody a break, the price is good, right?
REPORTER: Outside on a biting cold day, Krashes takes me for a tour around the block. On the corner of Vanderbilt Avenue, there's an empty lot, surrounded by a rusting chain link fence, filled with trash blowing in the chill wind.
REPORTER: Here there smashed up rusted up car bodies.
KRASHES: This is inside the footprint, right, a lot of the property has the appearance of being more dormant. That's one of the things that people miss when they walk here they don't understand that what was a pretty active area has been emptied.
REPORTER: Around the corner from the lot, facing the long open pit that constitutes the Atlantic rail yards, there are two old, low-rise apartment buildings. When the project is built out, these buildings will be gone.
Victoria Harmon lives in one of the apartments. It's nothing fancy. The kitchen is lined with sepia-tinged linoleum, the ceiling cracked. Victoria Harmon, who is 87 now, sits by an aging stove.
HARMON: Since 1940, May on Mother's Day we moved, we got the apartment in April. I'm here since 1940. We had Schraders over on Atlantic Avenue, now its telecommunications. I can't talk too good I had a stroke. And we had a school here, St. Josephs, which was, my children graduated from there now its an old age - a senior school.
REPORTER: When she moved in, she paid twenty five dollars a month in rent.
HARMON: Everything was cheaper, I remember when the man came around saying 'Bananas! Four pounds for a quarter!'
REPORTER: Harmon raised two sons here. A third child was born here, but died at the age of two from leukemia. Her husband came home from a World War 2 factory, maimed by mustard gas. He died two years ago. She thought she'd die here, too, until she got a letter from Forest City Ratner saying she lived in the footprint.
HARMON: To think to go away now I could have gone away when I was younger you know what I mean. But he didn't want to go because the rent was cheap.
REPORTER: But Harmon says she would leave – if she could get something on the ground floor, or in a building with an elevator. It's the uncertainty that bothers her. She reads from the letter Forest City sent her:
HARMON: You may also have heard that Forest City Ratner has announced it will be offering tenants impacted by the construction the opportunity to relocate into the project.
REPORTER: Forest City Ratner says they're in talks with the tenants, and promise they'll be taken care of. But they've given no timeline for moving from this block, which will not be completed for a decade, at least. But the developer the developer has begun making plans. There would be seven towers here, one almost fifty stories high. Architect Frank Gehry says he's yet to work out the details of what those buildings would look like. But landscape architect Laurie Olin, who is designing the park, has given this block more thought. His park would contain a pond, a meadow basketball courts, a skating rink. Not long ago, Olin spoke to a group of New York Architects
OLIN: One of the concerns that city planning has and that we of course share is that if you come off the streets say Pacific and walk into a space what can you see. And we made sure you can see right through to the next street.
REPORTER: To create the space for this, one block of Pacific street – Victoria Harmon's block – would be de-mapped. That would create a superblock – something that was tried a lot in the 1970's, without much success. But Olin says to have traffic on that block of Pacific would mean much fewer amenities inside the park.
Back in Peter Krashes' kitchen on Dean Street, I ask him about the beautiful park that's planned for here.
REPORTER: Is there any part of you that would like to look out your window and see trees and flowers and be able to walk over there and play bocce on a summer evening?
KRASHES: You know our block association hasn't taken a position on this project, and some people are going to benefit, what we're trying to do is make sure at those points when the project doesn't take care of the public interest, they're addressed.
REPORTER: Krashes is particularly worried about what will happen to the small manufacturers on his side of the street. He's worried about how this row of low-rises buildings will feel faced with 40- story towers across the street. He's also worried about traffic from the de-mapped Pacific street being re-routed to Dean Street, and a 2000-car parking garage that would face a row of historic brownstones at the western edge of his block. Right now, the state is studying some of these issues. But since this is a state review process, not a city process, there is no requirement that views of those like Krashes be taken into account. The state's initial assessment of the project's environmental impact is due early next year. For WNYC, I'm Andrea Bernstein


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Philadelphia cracks down on tobacco sales to youth
By Jon Hurdle
PHILADELPHIA (Reuters Life!) - The Philadelphia City Council on Thursday stepped up efforts to curb under-age smoking by sharply increasing fines on retailers who sell cigarettes to children.
Philadelphia has more smokers under 18 than any other large U.S. city, according to a recent study by the city's Department of Public Health.
The council voted unanimously for a bill hiking fines for selling tobacco to under-18s to a maximum of $2,000 per violation, from $300.
"There was a need to increase the fine in order to better enforce and deter people from selling to people under the age of 18," said Derek Green, an attorney for Councilwoman Marian Tasco, who sponsored the bill.
Existing fines were not enough of a deterrent, because they were seen by some retailers as just the cost of doing business, Green said.
The health department study conducted in 2009 found 3.6 percent of Philadelphians between ninth and 12th grades smoked cigarettes on 20 out of 30 days, the highest rate among comparable-sized cities. The rate rose to 11 percent when data included those who said they had smoked at some point in the last 30 days.
Youth smoking rates in other major cities ranged from 2.4 percent in New York to 3.4 percent in Seattle. In most cases, rates were higher among whites than other ethnic groups.
Philadelphia's young smokers are encouraged by comparatively low prices and by one of the highest rates of tobacco retailers per capita. Continued...


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By textbook definition, a commodity is an interchangeable product--in other words, there is no true difference between the same product produced by different manufacturers. In the real world, however, every ready-mix producer knows there is a difference between their concrete and that produced by a competitor. Unfortunately many contractors view concrete as a textbook commodity. As a result, they select a supplier based on price. In the next few years, competition will increase for producers of commodity items. The best profit margins and volume growth will go to those producers that successfully differentiate themselves from their competitors. One way to do this is to provide a consistent product. A consistent product provides more than consistent mixtures: the product should perform consistently in different applications. In order for a product to do this, the producer must have knowledge and control of different variables affecting its performance. The producer who is willing to gather this knowledge is providing solutions, rather than a commodity.
Making Ready Mixed Concrete More Than a Commodity
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Anne Lankford Hennighausen
Anne Lankford Hennighausen passed away on September 22 in her home surrounded by her loving family. Family graveside memorial services will be held at South Park Cemetery.
Anne is survived by her husb[auth] and Fred and her children, Fred and wife Mary, her daughter Anne McCoy and husband Jerry, her grandchildren Katy Rose and husband Kristian, Anne Hennighausen, Julie Hennighausen, Austin McCoy and wife Diane, Amy Swails and husband Joel, Spencer McCoy, and Andy McCoy. In addition, Anne has two great grandchildren, Caedmon and Jackson Rose.
Anne graduated from Roland Park County School, and Maryland Institute of Fine Arts. She made her debut in Norfolk, Virginia. She married Fred on December 10, 1948, and they enjoyed 64 years of married life together. They lived in Santa Fe and Roswell NM, and for three years in Tulsa OK while Fred attended Law School.
Anne was a wonderful and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother; and she was a creative and talented artist.
Anyone wishing to show their respect and love would be encouraged to give in Anne's name to the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Ballard Funeral Home and Crematory. An online registry can be accessed at ballardfuneralhome.com.
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Rob Bell Calls "Bullshit" on Christian Radio [VIDEO]
Jay Bakker pointed this video out to me yesterday. Rob Bell, looking frumpled and tired from a long book tour, was on a Christian radio show in the UK. Instead of talking about his book, the host and a conservative pastor push and push and push Rob of homosexuality. Rob grows increasingly frustrated until he tells them this is the "bullshit that really, really, really pushes people away" (16:45).
I encourage you to watch the whole 20 minutes, and here's why. We most often see Rob in scripted situations (on stage, in Nooma videos), but here you see his heart, his vulnerability, his frustration, and how much shit he takes for his open and affirming stance:
Marriage Equality and a Day of Celebration
Last night, Courtney and I were on hand to help our dear friend, Jay Bakker, launch the new Minneapolis site of Revolution Church. You can hear Jay's inaugural sermon, "Vulgar Grace Throws the First Stone."
The photo above is a detail shot by Courtney of the rainbow communion bread that we contributed to the service. We baked that loaf — the same loaf that Courtney baked with our friends Rachel and Rachet for our (sacramental) wedding — in support of marriage equality. Jay has been an outspoken proponent of marriage equality and has performed several same-sex weddings. When he broke the bread last night, Jay told us to remember not just the broken body of Jesus, but also the broken bodies and spirits of many GLBT persons who have been persecuted for their non-heterosexuality.
Today, Jay and Courtney and I and several other friends will be going to St. Paul to hold vigil as the Minnesota Senate debates and votes on a bill opening marriage in our state to same-gendered couples. It is expected to pass easily (my senator has already emailed me to assure me that she will be voting for its passage), and to be signed into law by Governor Mark Dayton tomorrow.
Our gay and lesbian friends will be able to marry in Minnesota beginning on August 1.
Can Jay Bakker Redeem Minnesota?
A month ago, my friend Jay Bakker and his wife, Karin, arrived in Minnesota. They moved here from Brooklyn, New York, she to start a new job, he to start a new church.
In Sunday's paper, Rose French profiled Jay and noted the many connections he's already got with my home state: