Everything Tastes Better with Chocolate
... is the case this weekend.
At Fairchild Tropical Botanical Gardens, the world of tropical plants will be transformed into an international chocolate festival this weekend. Whether you want to taste or feel the richness, you will have the opportunity to indulge in mind, body and soul. The festival takes place this weekend Saturday, January 24th and Sunday, January 25th from 9:30 am – 4:30 pm. The cost is free to members of Fairchild members and children 5 and under, $20 for adults, $15 for senior...
January 23rd, 2009 | klynch | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Attractions, chocolate, Events, fairchild, festival, garden
Australia Day Rocksong Festival at The Rocks
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More than 70 of this country’s finest singers and songwriters will help you celebrate Australia Day at The Rocks’ Rocksong festival.
They’ll perform for 10 hours across nine stages. There’s one for every style of music, including soul, vocal choirs, and of course some rocking Aussie beats. Some of the big names acts lending their support include Christine Anu, Holly Throsby, Kid Confucius, The Herd, and Tina Harrod.
Adults will love all that A-list entertainment, but if you’ve got kids...
January 19th, 2009 | Lauren Katulka | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Australia-Day, Events, festival, music, Rocksong, The-Rocks
New Zealand Pinoys celebrate Sinulog Festival
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The cool thing about a Filipino community is you’re never too far from home. Whether you’re a Cebuano enjoying the warm weather at the Sinulog Dance or in a distant land, expect a celebration whenever there are other Filipinos around.
So in New Zealand, the Carinosa Filipino Group, a local Filipino community in Temuka, is celebrating the Feast of the Holy Child, just like the rest of Cebu is.
Check out the details on the New Zealand style of Sinulog here.
Image: flickr
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January 15th, 2009 | Maricar | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: carinosa filipino group, festival, General: Philippine Culture, holy child, Sinulog
Countdown to the South Florida Fair
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There are only 5 days left before the South Florida Fair begins. Are you ready for 17 days of non-stop fun of amusement rides, live music, community competitions, agriculture and livestock exhibitions and delicious fair food? Running from January 16th - February 1st, South Florida residents and visitors alike will crowd the South Florida Fairgrounds to partake in the action.
The fair runs from Monday through Friday from noon until 10 pm and on weekends from 10am – 10pm. Advance tickets (available...
January 11th, 2009 | klynch | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Announcements, Attractions, Events, festival, south florida fair, West Palm Beach
For the Photo Lover – FotoWeek DC
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Over 70 area galleries, museums, universities, embassies and art centers will participate in the first ever, FotoWeek DC, in Washington, DC.
Throughout the week of November 15-22, 2008, Washington, DC will celebrate the art of photography, with a gathering of the best in the DC photographic community, with series of exhibits, lectures, competitions, and celebration of all things photographic.
FotoWeek DC brings together photographic talent and a collection of images ranging from artistic to business,...
November 13th, 2008 | Jon Rochetti | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Events, festival, Freebies - Free or No Cost, Great Activities for a Date, museums, Photos, The Arts
Glebe Street Fair Celebrates 25
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After 25 years, the Glebe Street Fair is a Sydney institution. Help celebrate its quarter-century this Sunday!
With just five weeks until Christmas (I know, I know) the Glebe Street Fair is the perfect opportunity to start the shopping. More than 200 stalls offer an awesome selection of original and unusual goodies for all the special people in your life. You might even find something to treat yourself with!
But it’s not just about shopping. You can taste a delicious selection of international...
November 13th, 2008 | Lauren Katulka | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Events, Family Friendly, festival, Glebe-Street-Fair
European Union Film Showcase Hits Washington, DC
... the 21st American Film Institute (AFI) European Union Film Showcase features the very best of European cinema from 2008.
Here’s a list of the festival’s films by country:
Austria – 42 PLUS
Belgium – MOSCOW, BELGIUM and ELDORADO
Czech Republic – THE COUNTRY TEACHER
Denmark – JUST ANOTHER LOVE STORY
Estonia – I WAS HERE
Finland – THE HOME OF DARK BUTTERFLIES
France – I’VE LOVED YOU SO LONG, A CHRISTMAS TALE, ON WAR, and ACTRESSES
Germany TRIP...
November 5th, 2008 | Jon Rochetti | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: festival, film, Maryland, movies
Amsterdam Tattoo Convention 30 May – 1 June
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If you’re crazy about tattoos, don’t miss the Amsterdam Tattoo Convention held from 30 May – 1 June. Artists will show that tattoo is a form of art and not a mutilation of the body.
This year’s theme is South Pacific Tiki culture. Polynesian artists will demonstrate the art of tattoo of their region. But also artists from Japan, New Zealand, Brazil, Vietnam, Tonga and Japan will demonstrate their style and expertise. Visitors may draw inspiration from their work or make an...
May 18th, 2008 | Marianne Crone | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Announcements, festival, Just a Bit Weird - Fun & Quirky Places, News
World Book Market
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On Sunday 18 May a fifteen-kilometre book trail zigzags through Amsterdam from Geldersekade to the Amstel river. The streets are lined with bookstalls and thousands of books: old books, new books and almost new books, books to buy and books to leaf through, books to hate and books to love.
The World Book Market is from 10.00 – 17.00
The route is as follows: Geldersekade, Nieuwmarkt, Kloveniersburgwal, St Antoniebreestraat, Zuiderkerkhof, Jodenbreestraat, Zwanenburgwal, Waterlooplein and Amstel.
Geldersekade:...
May 17th, 2008 | Marianne Crone | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Announcements, Family Friendly, festival, News
Tollwood Winter Festival
... performances. Some performances require that you purchase tickets (see website). While some may be wondering if it’s too cold to have an outdoor festival during the harsh Munich winter, they quickly change their minds as hot glühwein (spiced wine) is overflowing at only 2.50€ a mug. Lime slices swim in steaming glasses of caipirinihas, warming the drinker from head to toe. If cups of hot alcohol aren’t in your cards, you can find some of the tastiest homemade hot chocolate as well as assortments...
December 5th, 2007 | themunichguide | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Attractions, christmas market, Events, Family Friendly, festival, glühwein, The Arts, tollwood, winter
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