FLORIDA HAPPENIN'S - March 2010
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Tico Warbird Air Show
Address Phone
6600 Tico Road, Titusville, FL 32780 321•268•1941
Once again Valiant Air Command and Warbird Museum will host its ever popular Tico Warbird Air Show from March 12-14, 2010
at Space Coast Regional Airport!
The 33rd Annual Tico Warbird Air Show's theme this year is "Honoring The Memory" and is dedicated to those that served and
sacrificed in the Vietnam War. The Tico Air show will feautre a wide variety of vintage warbirds and fighter planes plus exhibits,
displays, vendors, and even WWII re-enactors.
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Edison & Ford Winter Estates Inventor’s Summer Camp
Registration begins in February
The Estates Inventor’s Summer Camp is back again this year and the Wild Wizard is here all summer long. Camp begins on
June 8, 2010 and runs through August 13, 2010. Camps are open for grades 1 – 6 and sessions are separated by grade levels.
Campers will make movies, become science detectives, launch objects into orbit, construct bridges and animate their own
short films. Registration forms are available on-line at www.efwefla.org or are available at the Estates. Estates Members $200;
non-members $230. For more information on specific topics, dates and times contact the Estates Education Department at
239-334-7419.
Sneak Peek Tours
● February 25 – 10:30 AM
NEW, behind-the-scenes tours inside the Edison and Ford homes are now available to the public and Estates Members. These
unique tours are offered at no cost to Estates Members and $40 for non-members. In addition, lunch will be served following the
tour for $15 per person. Due to the intimate nature of “Sneak Peek Tours,” space is limited and registration is required.
Home Schoolers: “Movie Making Secrets”
February 28 thru June 2010
Lee county students create an environmentally interactive artwork exhibit using recycled materials to make life-like garden art.
The exhibit is sponsored by The Foundation of Lee County Public Schools, ArtFest, and Truly Nolen. The exhibit is FREE to the
public.
Opening “Butterflies at the Estates” Exhibit Reception
February 28, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Coming in March
Black Maria Film Festival
● March 26 – Edison & Ford Winter Estates, 7:30 PM (Estates Members FREE)
● March 27 – Edison State College, 7:30 PM ● March 29 – Big Arts in Sanibel, 7:30 PM
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42nd Springtime Tallahassee festival on Saturday, March 27, 2010.
Welcome! Springtime Tallahassee produces one of the largest festivals in the Southeast and is voted one of the top 20 Events
in Florida. The festival inlcudes a Parade with over 70,000 participants, Jubilee in the Park featuring hand crafted items, a
Children's Park, four local entertainment stages, and national entertainment acts. The festival brings over 200,000 visitors to
the Tallahassee area.
The Springtime Tallahassee Festival has a positive impact on the Tallahassee/Leon County area. During the festival weekend,
over 75 jobs are positively effected through the generation of $839,000 worth of wages paid to employees servicing our visitors.
Over five million visitor dollars are spent in the area during the weekend. In addition, one-third of all hotel rooms in Leon County
are filled with Springtime Tallahassee visitors anxiously anticipating the beginning of the festivities.
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Program Description
The Florida Food Stamp Program helps ensure that eligible low-income families and individuals are able to obtain a nutritious
diet. Food stamp benefits are intended to supplement other household income and may only be used to purchase food. Other
household items such as cleaning supplies, paper goods, clothes, alcohol or tobacco products may not be purchased with Food
Stamps.
Food Stamp recipients are able to purchase their food by using an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card. This card may be
used at any retail store authorized by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
The amount of benefits received is based on the household size and financial circumstances.
All Individuals who purchase and prepare food together are considered a family group for Food Stamp purposes and must have
their eligibility determined together.
To be eligible for Food Stamps family groups must have income and assets below the program standards. After adding all the
family groups gross income, the case manager will make deductions to the family groups income. These deductions may
include, but are not limited to, shelter (rent, mortgage or utilities), childcare or medical expenses.
Other technical factors must be met for a family to be eligible for Food Stamps. These technical factors may include:
1.Work registration, having a job or looking for work
2.Cooperation with Child Support Enforcement
3.Citizenship or an eligible non-citizen status with INS, and
4.Florida residency
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Florida and fall into one of two groups: (1)
those with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance
(savings and checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a
person with a disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household
income of less than $13,284 if one person lives in the household; $17,808 if two people live in the household; $22,332 if three
people live in the household; $26,856 if four people live in the household; $31,380 if five people live in the household; $35,904 if
six people live in the household; $40,428 if seven people live in the household; or $44,952 if more than seven people live in the
household.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
You can apply for Food Stamps at any Children and Families office. The complete list of Children and Families offices in your
area is available at our Web site:
http://www.dcf.state.fl.us/ess/route1.shtml
Applications in Spanish are available at:
http://www.dcf.state.fl.us/ess/cf_es_2066_esp.pdf
To apply for this service you should complete the Request for Assistance application. Applications in English are available at:
http://www.dcf.state.fl.us/ess/cf_es_2066.pdf
If you are applying for SSI you can turn in a Food Stamp application at the Social Security office.
Managing Agency
Florida
http://www.myflorida.com
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Program Description
The School Breakfast and Lunch Programs make nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free meals available to school children
each school day. School breakfasts and lunches must meet the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and Federal nutrition
standards. Some schools offer afterschool snacks to children in the school's afterschool care programs. The School Breakfast
and Lunch Programs are currently administered by Florida Food and Nutrition Management and the Department of Education.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Florida and a parent or primary caregiver
responsible for a child(ren) who attends school (high school or under). Those who qualify must also have an annual household
income before taxes that must not exceed $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the
household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in
the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live in the household. For larger
households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child's school. A listing of your state's schools can be found here:
http://www.fldoe.org/schools/schoolmap/flash/schoolmap_text.asp
Program Contact Information
Please call the Florida Food and Nutrition Management office toll-free to speak with a State representative about the School
Breakfast and Lunch Program at:
800-504-6609
You can visit the Florida Food and Nutrition Management webpage to learn more about the School Breakfast and Lunch
Programs at:
http://www.fldoe.org/FNM/
Managing Agency
Florida
http://www.myflorida.com
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Program Description
Florida's Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program provides grants to local governments and non-profit agencies to
assist eligible low-income Florida households in meeting the costs of home heating and cooling. The majority of the funds are
used for utility payment assistance.
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program can assist customers pay their home energy expenses. The program has
three categories of assistance: home energy assistance, crisis assistance, and weather related or supply shortage energy
crisis assistance. Each category has unique requirements.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Florida, you must need financial assistance for
home energy costs and your household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $16,245 if one person lives in the
household; $21,855 if two people live in the household; $27,465 if three people live in the household; $33,075 if four people live in
the household; $38,685 if five people live in the household; $44,295 if six people live in the household; $49,905 if seven people
live in the household; $55,515 if eight people live in the household; and $61,125 if more than eight people live in the household.
For larger households, add $5,610 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To get an application and to find out how and where to apply for help, view the following list:
http://www.dca.state.fl.us/fhcd/liheap/LIHEAPProviders.cfm
Look for the county in which you live- the agency's name, address and telephone number will be located below the name of the
county. Call that agency and they will help you with the application process.
Program Contact Information
You can learn more about Florida LIHEAP by calling Community Assistance at:
850-488-7541
For more information on the Florida LIHEAP program, please visit our website at:
http://www.dca.state.fl.us/fhcd/liheap/index.cfm
Managing Agency
Florida
http://www.myflorida.com
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Program Description
Florida KidCare offers affordable, low-cost health insurance for the uninsured children of Florida. No interview required, just fill
out and mail the easy, one-page application and we will tell you if your child is eligible.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Florida, under 19 years of age, not covered by health
insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, and you must have an annual
household income before taxes of less than $28,008 if two people live in the household; $35,208 if three people live in the
household; $42,408 if four people live in the household; $49,608 if five people live in the household; $56,808 if six people live in
the household; $64,008 if seven people live in the household; $71,208 if eight people live in the household; and $78,408 if more
than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $7,200 for each additional person in the home. Depending on
your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's program information for details.
Your application will be screened for Children's Medicaid. If eligible, you will receive a notice from the Department of Children
and Families advising you when Medicaid benefits begin.
Note: Children who are members of federally recognized American Indian or Native Alaskan tribes may be eligible for free
coverage. Click here for additional information:
http://www.floridakidcare.org/eligibility.html#ai
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
You may apply online by going to:
https://www.healthykids.org/apply/index.php?lang=ENG
Or, to download the one-page application and instructions, visit:
http://www.floridakidcare.org/print-application.html
You may also call toll-free to request an application be mailed to you:
1-888-540-5437
TTY users can call toll-free at 877-316-8748.
Program Contact Information
For more information on Florida's KidCare Family of programs, please visit our website at:
http://www.floridakidcare.org/index.html
Managing Agency
Florida
http://www.myflorida.com
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Program Description
The WIC Program provides supplemental foods, nutrition education and referrals to health care, at no cost, to low-income
pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are determined to be at nutritional risk.
To be fully eligible for the WIC Program, applicants must be determined by a health professional, at no cost, to be at nutritional
risk (i.e., have certain medical-based or diet-based risk conditions).
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Florida, pregnant, breastfeeding and
postpartum woman, infant or child up to 5 years of age and: (1) are individually determined by a health professional to be at
nutrition risk; and, (2) meet an income standard, or are determined automatically income eligible. A person who participates or
has family members who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid or
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for WIC, you need to contact a local WIC office. Find the local phone number in the list or call 1-800-342-3556 and the
operator will provide you with the local phone number. There is also a list of Florida's County Health Department's websites.
The local WIC office will give you a date and time for a WIC certification visit. At this visit, the household income and the
medical/nutrition status of each applicant will be reviewed. On that day, you will find out if you and your children are eligible for
WIC.
Program Contact Information
Please see the following Web Site for the income standard or maximum income limit for WIC eligibility:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/howtoapply/incomeguidelines.htm
For more information on Florida WIC, please visit the Florida Department of Health at:
http://www.doh.state.fl.us/family/wic/
If you have questions about the WIC program call the Florida Family Services office at:
850-245-4202
Managing Agency
Florida
http://www.myflorida.com
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Program Description
The Florida Special Milk Program provides milk to children in schools, childcare institutions and eligible camps that do not
participate in other Federal child nutrition meal service programs. Schools that participate in the National School Lunch or
School Breakfast Programs, can participate in the Special Milk Program for half-day kindergarten and pre-kindergarten
children who do not have access to a school meals program. The program reimburses schools and institutions for the milk
they serve.
General Program Requirements
Any child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program can get milk. Schools may elect to offer free
milk to low-income children. In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Florida, your
household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household; $26,955 if two people
live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five
people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and
$68,469 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for the Special Milk program, directly contact your child’s school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it
participates in the Special Milk Program.
The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information here:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm
Additionally, your state education agency can also provide you with more information about the program:
http://www.fldoe.org/FNM/specialmilk/
Program Contact Information
For information on the Florida Special Milk Program, please call Food and Nutrition Management office toll-free at:
800-504-6609
For more information visit:
http://www.fldoe.org/
Managing Agency
Florida
http://www.myflorida.com
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Program Description
Head Start is both the name of a family of Federal programs for low-income children and their families, and the name given to
the original program for children from three to five years of age. The Head Start family of programs includes: Early Head Start,
Migrant Head Start, and American Indian Head Start. Head Start is designed to facilitate child development and promote school
readiness by enhancing social and cognitive development through the provision of health, educational, nutritional, social, and
other services to meet the comprehensive needs of families.
Funding for all Head Start programs flows directly from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to local agencies.
Communities provide a 25% local match to Federal funds. There are no parent fees for this program. There are Head Start
services for preschool age children in every county in Florida.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Florida, you must be a parent or primary
caregiver responsible for a child who is too young for public school and your household's annual income before taxes must not
exceed $10,830 if one person lives in the household; $14,570 if two people live in the household; $18,310 if three people live in
the household; $22,050 if four people live in the household; $25,790 if five people live in the household; $29,530 if six people live
in the household; $33,270 if seven people live in the household; $37,010 if eight people live in the household; and $40,750 if more
than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $3,740 for each additional person in the home.
If you do not meet these criteria, you may still qualify if you are a U.S. national, citizen or permanent resident whose financial
status is low income or very low income, who is under-employed, unemployed or about to become unemployed, facing
pregnancy, less than 19 years of age yourself, or the parent or primary caregiver for children under the age of 19 years. Other
qualifications may apply.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For enrollment information, contact the program nearest you:
http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices
Program Contact Information
For more information on the programs offered by the Florida Partnership for School Readiness, please visit our website at:
http://www.floridajobs.org/earlylearning/sr_programs.html
Managing Agency
Florida Head Start-State Collaboration Office
http://www.myflorida.com
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The Weatherization Assistance Program provides grants to community action agencies, local governments, Indian tribes and
non-profit agencies to fund energy saving repairs to low-income homes in all counties. Grants are allocated based on a formula
combining population and weather data and an average of $2,600 may be spent on each home. The type of measures include
insulation, weather stripping, water heater wraps and reduction of air infiltration. Furnaces and air conditioning systems may
be repaired or replaced. An energy audit and diagnostic testing must be performed on each home. The house data is entered
into a computer software program and a print out is provided. The print out is evaluated to determine the measures that, if
addressed, should reduce the energy consumption of the home thus lowering the client's monthly utility bill.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Florida, your household's annual income
before taxes must not exceed $16,245 if one person lives in the household; $21,855 if two people live in the household; $27,465
if three people live in the household; $33,075 if four people live in the household; $38,685 if five people live in the household;
$44,295 if six people live in the household; $49,905 if seven people live in the household; and $55,515 if eight people live in the
household. For larger households, add $5,610 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To find out where to apply for assistance in your county, view the Community Assistance Local Programs and Contacts List and
contact the agency listed under the county in which you live:
http://www.floridacommunitydevelopment.org/CommunityAssistanceContactList.pdf
You can print out a Client Intake Form to complete and, along with income documentation, submit to your local provider agency:
http://www.floridacommunitydevelopment.org/wap/files/ClientIntakeForm.pdf
Program Contact Information
For more information about Florida's Weatherization Assistance Program, please visit our web site at:
www.floridacommunitydevelopment.org
Managing Agency
Florida
http://www.myflorida.com
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Friday Night Jazz
Biba Hotel
320 Belvedere Rd., West Palm Beach, FL 33405
5618320094
Email | Website
02/15/08 - 03/12/10
Join us for Friday Night Jazz. Every Friday night from 9pm till Midnight we feature a sultry jazz vocalist along with various
musicians to accompany h...Read More Join us for Friday Night Jazz. Every Friday night from 9pm till Midnight we feature a
sultry jazz vocalist along with various musicians to accompany her. Cozy up in the ambient Biba Bar with that special someone
for a unique and cultural evening. Complimentary admission. Read Less
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musicians to accompany h...Read More
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Wednesday Night Champagne Parties
Biba Hotel
320 Belvedere Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33405
561-832-0094
Email | Website
06/04/08 - 03/09/11
Join us for our fabulous Wednesday Night Champagne Parties featuring house djs, candle lit ambiance, and special
Champagne prices. Admission and valet...Read More Join us for our fabulous Wednesday Night Champagne Parties featuring
house djs, candle lit ambiance, and special Champagne prices. Admission and valet parking are complimentary. This must-
attend event happens every Wednesday from 9pm until the wee hours. Read Less
Join us for our fabulous Wednesday Night Champagne Parties featuring house djs, candle lit ambiance, and special
Champagne prices. Admission and valet...Read More
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Cocoa Village Brown Bag Jazz Lunch
Historic Cocoa Village
Cocoa, FL
321-631-9075
Email | Website
06/20/08 - 04/13/12
Admission Fee: Free
In their 15th year. Local Jazz musicians jam for the public on Fridays 11:30 - 1:30. Bring your lawn chairs. Merchants remain
open for normal business...Read More In their 15th year. Local Jazz musicians jam for the public on Fridays 11:30 - 1:30. Bring
your lawn chairs. Merchants remain open for normal business. Sponsored by Cocoa Redevelopment Agency (RDA) and many of
your Cocoa Village Merchants. Cocoa Village is located two blocks southeast of the intersection of U.S.1 and State Road 520 in
downtown Cocoa, FL on the beautiful Indian River. Read Less
In their 15th year. Local Jazz musicians jam for the public on Fridays 11:30 - 1:30. Bring your lawn chairs. Merchants remain
open for normal business...Read More
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How, When & Where To Find Shells Workshop
The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum
3075 Sanibel-Captiva Rd., Sanibel Island, FL 33957
239.395.2233
07/01/08 - 06/29/10
Admission Fee: free with paid admission
Every Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. Learn the best places to hunt for shells, the time of day that's best for shell collection, what to bring
with you on your...Read More Every Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. Learn the best places to hunt for shells, the time of day that's best for
shell collection, what to bring with you on your shelling walks, etc. Free with paid admission to the Museum. Read Less
Every Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. Learn the best places to hunt for shells, the time of day that's best for shell collection, what to bring
with you on your...Read More
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Venice Downtown Farmer's Market
Sarasota & Her Islands Convention & Visitors Bureau
07/05/08 - 07/02/11
Saturday Morning Farmer's Market - Buy Fresh and Buy Local at Miami Breezeway & Main Street....Read More Saturday Morning
Farmer's Market - Buy Fresh and Buy Local at Miami Breezeway & Main Street. Read Less
Saturday Morning Farmer's Market - Buy Fresh and Buy Local at Miami Breezeway & Main Street....Read More
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Downtown Sarasota Farmer's Market
Sarasota & Her Islands Convention & Visitors Bureau
941-951-2656
07/05/08 - 07/02/11
Every Saturday, Rain or Shine. Lemon Avanue and Main Street, Sarasota...Read More Every Saturday, Rain or Shine. Lemon
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Every Saturday, Rain or Shine. Lemon Avanue and Main Street, Sarasota...Read More
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Simon Kidgits Kids Club Events
Dadeland Mall
7535 N. Kendall Dr., Miami, FL 33156
Website
08/01/08 - 08/01/10
Join the Simon Kidgits Club and enjoy: •Monthly interactive kids events every 2nd Friday of each month •Money-savings coupons
from participating m...Read More Join the Simon Kidgits Club and enjoy: •Monthly interactive kids events every 2nd Friday of
each month •Money-savings coupons from participating mall retailers •Birthday Club •Simon Kidgits newletters •and other
membership exclusives! Register at any Simon Kidgits Club event or at Guest Services today! Read Less
Join the Simon Kidgits Club and enjoy: •Monthly interactive kids events every 2nd Friday of each month •Money-savings coupons
from participating m...Read More
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Friday Blues
Hotel Indigo Sarasota
1223 Blvd. of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236
941-4873800
Website
09/19/08 - 09/17/10
Live Entertaiment...Complimentary Appetizer Bar...2 for 1 House Wines and Domestic Draft Beer...Read More Live Entertaiment...
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Program Description
Unemployment Compensation benefits provide temporary financial assistance to workers unemployed through no fault of their
own that meet Florida's eligibility requirements.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must have worked in Florida during the past 12 to 18 months and have earned at
least a minimum amount of wages as determined by Florida's guidelines. You must also be able to work and available for work
each week that you are collecting benefits.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
Unemployment Compensation claims may be filed by Internet, telephone or mail. Filing by Internet is the easiest, most efficient
method and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Internet: Submit an Internet Unemployment Compensation Claim Application on our website at:
https://www2.myflorida.com/apps/uc/fluid/
Phone: 800-204-2418
To file by mail, pick up a Claim Book at the One-Stop Career Center nearest you. To locate a One-Stop Career Center visit the
following site and select One-Stop Center Directory.
http://www.floridajobs.org/onestop/onestopdir/index.htm
or call: 866-778-7356
For additional information, visit our website or call our Customer Service Center at:
www.fluidnow.com
Managing Agency
Florida
http://www.myflorida.com
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Saturday Art Mart
The Only Year Round Fine Art Market On The Beach
Enjoy wandering around the only year round Fine Art Market with a beach front setting and beautiful views of the Gulf of Mexico.
Feel the sea breeze as you visit local artists' booths, including one-of-a-kind paintings, photography, fused glass objects, metal
art, wooden chairs, sculptures, knitted ribbon sweaters, jewelry for your ears to your feet, and much much more.
Located in the historic and laid back Pass-A-Grille area of St. Pete Beach, this beach community is believed to have gotten its
name from 18th-century "grilleurs" who dried fish on its white sands. Pass-A-Grille is at the very southern end of the island,
among a string of barrier islands that dot the Gulf. The white soft sand is never more than a block or so away in this quiet
retreat.
Taking place every Saturday between 9am and 2pm, you will also be treated to music as you meander along the artist's fine
wares. Take a break by sitting on the pristine white sand or dip your toes in the beckoning Gulf. You can easily spend an entire
day here.
The Art Mart is located between 9th and 10th Avenues on Gulf Way next to the Seaside Grill and across the street form the well
known Hurricane Restaurant, where sunsets are an institution.
For more information on the Art Mart call 727-363-2144. Email PAGartMart@yahoo.com. Website www.SuntanArt.org
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More than 6,000 endangered and threatened loggerheads, green and leatherback turtles
swarm the beaches of Florida's Space Coast including Canaveral National Seashore,
Indian Harbor Beach, Melbourne beaches and Sebastian Inlet to lay up to 125 leathery eggs in each nest.
From May through August, the Space Coast is home to the largest sea turtle nesting area in the United States. The 72-mile
stretch of sun-bronzed Space Coast shore offers solitude-seeking sea turtles a place to hatch their offspring.
Nature lovers gather to witness these endangered 300+ pound animals, nest during guided tours. The nightly tours are carefully
guided by environmental experts who point out the beauty of these marvelous creatures and the dangers facing them.
For more information on guided tours:
Sea Turtle Sighting (321) 676-1701/321)589-2147
Sea Turtle Preservation Society www.seaturtlespacecoast.org (321) 676-1701
Sebastian Inlet State Recreation Area www.floridastateparks.org (321) 984-4852
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Tico Warbird Air Show
Address Phone
6600 Tico Road, Titusville, FL 32780 321•268•1941
Once again Valiant Air Command and Warbird Museum will host its ever popular Tico Warbird Air Show from March 12-14, 2010
at Space Coast Regional Airport!
The 33rd Annual Tico Warbird Air Show's theme this year is "Honoring The Memory" and is dedicated to those that served and
sacrificed in the Vietnam War. The Tico Air show will feautre a wide variety of vintage warbirds and fighter planes plus exhibits,
displays, vendors, and even WWII re-enactors.
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Edison & Ford Winter Estates Inventor’s Summer Camp
Registration begins in February
The Estates Inventor’s Summer Camp is back again this year and the Wild Wizard is here all summer long. Camp begins on
June 8, 2010 and runs through August 13, 2010. Camps are open for grades 1 – 6 and sessions are separated by grade levels.
Campers will make movies, become science detectives, launch objects into orbit, construct bridges and animate their own
short films. Registration forms are available on-line at www.efwefla.org or are available at the Estates. Estates Members $200;
non-members $230. For more information on specific topics, dates and times contact the Estates Education Department at
239-334-7419.
Sneak Peek Tours
● February 25 – 10:30 AM
NEW, behind-the-scenes tours inside the Edison and Ford homes are now available to the public and Estates Members. These
unique tours are offered at no cost to Estates Members and $40 for non-members. In addition, lunch will be served following the
tour for $15 per person. Due to the intimate nature of “Sneak Peek Tours,” space is limited and registration is required.
Home Schoolers: “Movie Making Secrets”
February 28 thru June 2010
Lee county students create an environmentally interactive artwork exhibit using recycled materials to make life-like garden art.
The exhibit is sponsored by The Foundation of Lee County Public Schools, ArtFest, and Truly Nolen. The exhibit is FREE to the
public.
Opening “Butterflies at the Estates” Exhibit Reception
February 28, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Coming in March
Black Maria Film Festival
● March 26 – Edison & Ford Winter Estates, 7:30 PM (Estates Members FREE)
● March 27 – Edison State College, 7:30 PM ● March 29 – Big Arts in Sanibel, 7:30 PM
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42nd Springtime Tallahassee festival on Saturday, March 27, 2010.
Welcome! Springtime Tallahassee produces one of the largest festivals in the Southeast and is voted one of the top 20 Events
in Florida. The festival inlcudes a Parade with over 70,000 participants, Jubilee in the Park featuring hand crafted items, a
Children's Park, four local entertainment stages, and national entertainment acts. The festival brings over 200,000 visitors to
the Tallahassee area.
The Springtime Tallahassee Festival has a positive impact on the Tallahassee/Leon County area. During the festival weekend,
over 75 jobs are positively effected through the generation of $839,000 worth of wages paid to employees servicing our visitors.
Over five million visitor dollars are spent in the area during the weekend. In addition, one-third of all hotel rooms in Leon County
are filled with Springtime Tallahassee visitors anxiously anticipating the beginning of the festivities.
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Program Description
The Florida Food Stamp Program helps ensure that eligible low-income families and individuals are able to obtain a nutritious
diet. Food stamp benefits are intended to supplement other household income and may only be used to purchase food. Other
household items such as cleaning supplies, paper goods, clothes, alcohol or tobacco products may not be purchased with Food
Stamps.
Food Stamp recipients are able to purchase their food by using an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card. This card may be
used at any retail store authorized by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
The amount of benefits received is based on the household size and financial circumstances.
All Individuals who purchase and prepare food together are considered a family group for Food Stamp purposes and must have
their eligibility determined together.
To be eligible for Food Stamps family groups must have income and assets below the program standards. After adding all the
family groups gross income, the case manager will make deductions to the family groups income. These deductions may
include, but are not limited to, shelter (rent, mortgage or utilities), childcare or medical expenses.
Other technical factors must be met for a family to be eligible for Food Stamps. These technical factors may include:
1.Work registration, having a job or looking for work
2.Cooperation with Child Support Enforcement
3.Citizenship or an eligible non-citizen status with INS, and
4.Florida residency
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Florida and fall into one of two groups: (1)
those with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance
(savings and checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a
person with a disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household
income of less than $13,284 if one person lives in the household; $17,808 if two people live in the household; $22,332 if three
people live in the household; $26,856 if four people live in the household; $31,380 if five people live in the household; $35,904 if
six people live in the household; $40,428 if seven people live in the household; or $44,952 if more than seven people live in the
household.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
You can apply for Food Stamps at any Children and Families office. The complete list of Children and Families offices in your
area is available at our Web site:
http://www.dcf.state.fl.us/ess/route1.shtml
Applications in Spanish are available at:
http://www.dcf.state.fl.us/ess/cf_es_2066_esp.pdf
To apply for this service you should complete the Request for Assistance application. Applications in English are available at:
http://www.dcf.state.fl.us/ess/cf_es_2066.pdf
If you are applying for SSI you can turn in a Food Stamp application at the Social Security office.
Managing Agency
Florida
http://www.myflorida.com
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Program Description
The School Breakfast and Lunch Programs make nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free meals available to school children
each school day. School breakfasts and lunches must meet the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and Federal nutrition
standards. Some schools offer afterschool snacks to children in the school's afterschool care programs. The School Breakfast
and Lunch Programs are currently administered by Florida Food and Nutrition Management and the Department of Education.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Florida and a parent or primary caregiver
responsible for a child(ren) who attends school (high school or under). Those who qualify must also have an annual household
income before taxes that must not exceed $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the
household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in
the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live in the household. For larger
households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child's school. A listing of your state's schools can be found here:
http://www.fldoe.org/schools/schoolmap/flash/schoolmap_text.asp
Program Contact Information
Please call the Florida Food and Nutrition Management office toll-free to speak with a State representative about the School
Breakfast and Lunch Program at:
800-504-6609
You can visit the Florida Food and Nutrition Management webpage to learn more about the School Breakfast and Lunch
Programs at:
http://www.fldoe.org/FNM/
Managing Agency
Florida
http://www.myflorida.com
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Program Description
Florida's Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program provides grants to local governments and non-profit agencies to
assist eligible low-income Florida households in meeting the costs of home heating and cooling. The majority of the funds are
used for utility payment assistance.
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program can assist customers pay their home energy expenses. The program has
three categories of assistance: home energy assistance, crisis assistance, and weather related or supply shortage energy
crisis assistance. Each category has unique requirements.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Florida, you must need financial assistance for
home energy costs and your household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $16,245 if one person lives in the
household; $21,855 if two people live in the household; $27,465 if three people live in the household; $33,075 if four people live in
the household; $38,685 if five people live in the household; $44,295 if six people live in the household; $49,905 if seven people
live in the household; $55,515 if eight people live in the household; and $61,125 if more than eight people live in the household.
For larger households, add $5,610 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To get an application and to find out how and where to apply for help, view the following list:
http://www.dca.state.fl.us/fhcd/liheap/LIHEAPProviders.cfm
Look for the county in which you live- the agency's name, address and telephone number will be located below the name of the
county. Call that agency and they will help you with the application process.
Program Contact Information
You can learn more about Florida LIHEAP by calling Community Assistance at:
850-488-7541
For more information on the Florida LIHEAP program, please visit our website at:
http://www.dca.state.fl.us/fhcd/liheap/index.cfm
Managing Agency
Florida
http://www.myflorida.com
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Program Description
Florida KidCare offers affordable, low-cost health insurance for the uninsured children of Florida. No interview required, just fill
out and mail the easy, one-page application and we will tell you if your child is eligible.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Florida, under 19 years of age, not covered by health
insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, and you must have an annual
household income before taxes of less than $28,008 if two people live in the household; $35,208 if three people live in the
household; $42,408 if four people live in the household; $49,608 if five people live in the household; $56,808 if six people live in
the household; $64,008 if seven people live in the household; $71,208 if eight people live in the household; and $78,408 if more
than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $7,200 for each additional person in the home. Depending on
your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's program information for details.
Your application will be screened for Children's Medicaid. If eligible, you will receive a notice from the Department of Children
and Families advising you when Medicaid benefits begin.
Note: Children who are members of federally recognized American Indian or Native Alaskan tribes may be eligible for free
coverage. Click here for additional information:
http://www.floridakidcare.org/eligibility.html#ai
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
You may apply online by going to:
https://www.healthykids.org/apply/index.php?lang=ENG
Or, to download the one-page application and instructions, visit:
http://www.floridakidcare.org/print-application.html
You may also call toll-free to request an application be mailed to you:
1-888-540-5437
TTY users can call toll-free at 877-316-8748.
Program Contact Information
For more information on Florida's KidCare Family of programs, please visit our website at:
http://www.floridakidcare.org/index.html
Managing Agency
Florida
http://www.myflorida.com
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Program Description
The WIC Program provides supplemental foods, nutrition education and referrals to health care, at no cost, to low-income
pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are determined to be at nutritional risk.
To be fully eligible for the WIC Program, applicants must be determined by a health professional, at no cost, to be at nutritional
risk (i.e., have certain medical-based or diet-based risk conditions).
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Florida, pregnant, breastfeeding and
postpartum woman, infant or child up to 5 years of age and: (1) are individually determined by a health professional to be at
nutrition risk; and, (2) meet an income standard, or are determined automatically income eligible. A person who participates or
has family members who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid or
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for WIC, you need to contact a local WIC office. Find the local phone number in the list or call 1-800-342-3556 and the
operator will provide you with the local phone number. There is also a list of Florida's County Health Department's websites.
The local WIC office will give you a date and time for a WIC certification visit. At this visit, the household income and the
medical/nutrition status of each applicant will be reviewed. On that day, you will find out if you and your children are eligible for
WIC.
Program Contact Information
Please see the following Web Site for the income standard or maximum income limit for WIC eligibility:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/howtoapply/incomeguidelines.htm
For more information on Florida WIC, please visit the Florida Department of Health at:
http://www.doh.state.fl.us/family/wic/
If you have questions about the WIC program call the Florida Family Services office at:
850-245-4202
Managing Agency
Florida
http://www.myflorida.com
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Program Description
The Florida Special Milk Program provides milk to children in schools, childcare institutions and eligible camps that do not
participate in other Federal child nutrition meal service programs. Schools that participate in the National School Lunch or
School Breakfast Programs, can participate in the Special Milk Program for half-day kindergarten and pre-kindergarten
children who do not have access to a school meals program. The program reimburses schools and institutions for the milk
they serve.
General Program Requirements
Any child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program can get milk. Schools may elect to offer free
milk to low-income children. In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Florida, your
household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household; $26,955 if two people
live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five
people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and
$68,469 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for the Special Milk program, directly contact your child’s school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it
participates in the Special Milk Program.
The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information here:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm
Additionally, your state education agency can also provide you with more information about the program:
http://www.fldoe.org/FNM/specialmilk/
Program Contact Information
For information on the Florida Special Milk Program, please call Food and Nutrition Management office toll-free at:
800-504-6609
For more information visit:
http://www.fldoe.org/
Managing Agency
Florida
http://www.myflorida.com
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Program Description
Head Start is both the name of a family of Federal programs for low-income children and their families, and the name given to
the original program for children from three to five years of age. The Head Start family of programs includes: Early Head Start,
Migrant Head Start, and American Indian Head Start. Head Start is designed to facilitate child development and promote school
readiness by enhancing social and cognitive development through the provision of health, educational, nutritional, social, and
other services to meet the comprehensive needs of families.
Funding for all Head Start programs flows directly from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to local agencies.
Communities provide a 25% local match to Federal funds. There are no parent fees for this program. There are Head Start
services for preschool age children in every county in Florida.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Florida, you must be a parent or primary
caregiver responsible for a child who is too young for public school and your household's annual income before taxes must not
exceed $10,830 if one person lives in the household; $14,570 if two people live in the household; $18,310 if three people live in
the household; $22,050 if four people live in the household; $25,790 if five people live in the household; $29,530 if six people live
in the household; $33,270 if seven people live in the household; $37,010 if eight people live in the household; and $40,750 if more
than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $3,740 for each additional person in the home.
If you do not meet these criteria, you may still qualify if you are a U.S. national, citizen or permanent resident whose financial
status is low income or very low income, who is under-employed, unemployed or about to become unemployed, facing
pregnancy, less than 19 years of age yourself, or the parent or primary caregiver for children under the age of 19 years. Other
qualifications may apply.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For enrollment information, contact the program nearest you:
http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices
Program Contact Information
For more information on the programs offered by the Florida Partnership for School Readiness, please visit our website at:
http://www.floridajobs.org/earlylearning/sr_programs.html
Managing Agency
Florida Head Start-State Collaboration Office
http://www.myflorida.com
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The Weatherization Assistance Program provides grants to community action agencies, local governments, Indian tribes and
non-profit agencies to fund energy saving repairs to low-income homes in all counties. Grants are allocated based on a formula
combining population and weather data and an average of $2,600 may be spent on each home. The type of measures include
insulation, weather stripping, water heater wraps and reduction of air infiltration. Furnaces and air conditioning systems may
be repaired or replaced. An energy audit and diagnostic testing must be performed on each home. The house data is entered
into a computer software program and a print out is provided. The print out is evaluated to determine the measures that, if
addressed, should reduce the energy consumption of the home thus lowering the client's monthly utility bill.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Florida, your household's annual income
before taxes must not exceed $16,245 if one person lives in the household; $21,855 if two people live in the household; $27,465
if three people live in the household; $33,075 if four people live in the household; $38,685 if five people live in the household;
$44,295 if six people live in the household; $49,905 if seven people live in the household; and $55,515 if eight people live in the
household. For larger households, add $5,610 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To find out where to apply for assistance in your county, view the Community Assistance Local Programs and Contacts List and
contact the agency listed under the county in which you live:
http://www.floridacommunitydevelopment.org/CommunityAssistanceContactList.pdf
You can print out a Client Intake Form to complete and, along with income documentation, submit to your local provider agency:
http://www.floridacommunitydevelopment.org/wap/files/ClientIntakeForm.pdf
Program Contact Information
For more information about Florida's Weatherization Assistance Program, please visit our web site at:
www.floridacommunitydevelopment.org
Managing Agency
Florida
http://www.myflorida.com
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Friday Night Jazz
Biba Hotel
320 Belvedere Rd., West Palm Beach, FL 33405
5618320094
Email | Website
02/15/08 - 03/12/10
Join us for Friday Night Jazz. Every Friday night from 9pm till Midnight we feature a sultry jazz vocalist along with various
musicians to accompany h...Read More Join us for Friday Night Jazz. Every Friday night from 9pm till Midnight we feature a
sultry jazz vocalist along with various musicians to accompany her. Cozy up in the ambient Biba Bar with that special someone
for a unique and cultural evening. Complimentary admission. Read Less
Join us for Friday Night Jazz. Every Friday night from 9pm till Midnight we feature a sultry jazz vocalist along with various
musicians to accompany h...Read More
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Wednesday Night Champagne Parties
Biba Hotel
320 Belvedere Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33405
561-832-0094
Email | Website
06/04/08 - 03/09/11
Join us for our fabulous Wednesday Night Champagne Parties featuring house djs, candle lit ambiance, and special
Champagne prices. Admission and valet...Read More Join us for our fabulous Wednesday Night Champagne Parties featuring
house djs, candle lit ambiance, and special Champagne prices. Admission and valet parking are complimentary. This must-
attend event happens every Wednesday from 9pm until the wee hours. Read Less
Join us for our fabulous Wednesday Night Champagne Parties featuring house djs, candle lit ambiance, and special
Champagne prices. Admission and valet...Read More
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Cocoa Village Brown Bag Jazz Lunch
Historic Cocoa Village
Cocoa, FL
321-631-9075
Email | Website
06/20/08 - 04/13/12
Admission Fee: Free
In their 15th year. Local Jazz musicians jam for the public on Fridays 11:30 - 1:30. Bring your lawn chairs. Merchants remain
open for normal business...Read More In their 15th year. Local Jazz musicians jam for the public on Fridays 11:30 - 1:30. Bring
your lawn chairs. Merchants remain open for normal business. Sponsored by Cocoa Redevelopment Agency (RDA) and many of
your Cocoa Village Merchants. Cocoa Village is located two blocks southeast of the intersection of U.S.1 and State Road 520 in
downtown Cocoa, FL on the beautiful Indian River. Read Less
In their 15th year. Local Jazz musicians jam for the public on Fridays 11:30 - 1:30. Bring your lawn chairs. Merchants remain
open for normal business...Read More
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How, When & Where To Find Shells Workshop
The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum
3075 Sanibel-Captiva Rd., Sanibel Island, FL 33957
239.395.2233
07/01/08 - 06/29/10
Admission Fee: free with paid admission
Every Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. Learn the best places to hunt for shells, the time of day that's best for shell collection, what to bring
with you on your...Read More Every Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. Learn the best places to hunt for shells, the time of day that's best for
shell collection, what to bring with you on your shelling walks, etc. Free with paid admission to the Museum. Read Less
Every Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. Learn the best places to hunt for shells, the time of day that's best for shell collection, what to bring
with you on your...Read More
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Venice Downtown Farmer's Market
Sarasota & Her Islands Convention & Visitors Bureau
07/05/08 - 07/02/11
Saturday Morning Farmer's Market - Buy Fresh and Buy Local at Miami Breezeway & Main Street....Read More Saturday Morning
Farmer's Market - Buy Fresh and Buy Local at Miami Breezeway & Main Street. Read Less
Saturday Morning Farmer's Market - Buy Fresh and Buy Local at Miami Breezeway & Main Street....Read More
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Downtown Sarasota Farmer's Market
Sarasota & Her Islands Convention & Visitors Bureau
941-951-2656
07/05/08 - 07/02/11
Every Saturday, Rain or Shine. Lemon Avanue and Main Street, Sarasota...Read More Every Saturday, Rain or Shine. Lemon
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Every Saturday, Rain or Shine. Lemon Avanue and Main Street, Sarasota...Read More
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Simon Kidgits Kids Club Events
Dadeland Mall
7535 N. Kendall Dr., Miami, FL 33156
Website
08/01/08 - 08/01/10
Join the Simon Kidgits Club and enjoy: •Monthly interactive kids events every 2nd Friday of each month •Money-savings coupons
from participating m...Read More Join the Simon Kidgits Club and enjoy: •Monthly interactive kids events every 2nd Friday of
each month •Money-savings coupons from participating mall retailers •Birthday Club •Simon Kidgits newletters •and other
membership exclusives! Register at any Simon Kidgits Club event or at Guest Services today! Read Less
Join the Simon Kidgits Club and enjoy: •Monthly interactive kids events every 2nd Friday of each month •Money-savings coupons
from participating m...Read More
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Friday Blues
Hotel Indigo Sarasota
1223 Blvd. of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236
941-4873800
Website
09/19/08 - 09/17/10
Live Entertaiment...Complimentary Appetizer Bar...2 for 1 House Wines and Domestic Draft Beer...Read More Live Entertaiment...
Complimentary Appetizer Bar...2 for 1 House Wines and Domestic Draft Beer Read Less
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Program Description
Unemployment Compensation benefits provide temporary financial assistance to workers unemployed through no fault of their
own that meet Florida's eligibility requirements.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must have worked in Florida during the past 12 to 18 months and have earned at
least a minimum amount of wages as determined by Florida's guidelines. You must also be able to work and available for work
each week that you are collecting benefits.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
Unemployment Compensation claims may be filed by Internet, telephone or mail. Filing by Internet is the easiest, most efficient
method and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Internet: Submit an Internet Unemployment Compensation Claim Application on our website at:
https://www2.myflorida.com/apps/uc/fluid/
Phone: 800-204-2418
To file by mail, pick up a Claim Book at the One-Stop Career Center nearest you. To locate a One-Stop Career Center visit the
following site and select One-Stop Center Directory.
http://www.floridajobs.org/onestop/onestopdir/index.htm
or call: 866-778-7356
For additional information, visit our website or call our Customer Service Center at:
www.fluidnow.com
Managing Agency
Florida
http://www.myflorida.com
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Saturday Art Mart
The Only Year Round Fine Art Market On The Beach
Enjoy wandering around the only year round Fine Art Market with a beach front setting and beautiful views of the Gulf of Mexico.
Feel the sea breeze as you visit local artists' booths, including one-of-a-kind paintings, photography, fused glass objects, metal
art, wooden chairs, sculptures, knitted ribbon sweaters, jewelry for your ears to your feet, and much much more.
Located in the historic and laid back Pass-A-Grille area of St. Pete Beach, this beach community is believed to have gotten its
name from 18th-century "grilleurs" who dried fish on its white sands. Pass-A-Grille is at the very southern end of the island,
among a string of barrier islands that dot the Gulf. The white soft sand is never more than a block or so away in this quiet
retreat.
Taking place every Saturday between 9am and 2pm, you will also be treated to music as you meander along the artist's fine
wares. Take a break by sitting on the pristine white sand or dip your toes in the beckoning Gulf. You can easily spend an entire
day here.
The Art Mart is located between 9th and 10th Avenues on Gulf Way next to the Seaside Grill and across the street form the well
known Hurricane Restaurant, where sunsets are an institution.
For more information on the Art Mart call 727-363-2144. Email PAGartMart@yahoo.com. Website www.SuntanArt.org
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More than 6,000 endangered and threatened loggerheads, green and leatherback turtles
swarm the beaches of Florida's Space Coast including Canaveral National Seashore,
Indian Harbor Beach, Melbourne beaches and Sebastian Inlet to lay up to 125 leathery eggs in each nest.
From May through August, the Space Coast is home to the largest sea turtle nesting area in the United States. The 72-mile
stretch of sun-bronzed Space Coast shore offers solitude-seeking sea turtles a place to hatch their offspring.
Nature lovers gather to witness these endangered 300+ pound animals, nest during guided tours. The nightly tours are carefully
guided by environmental experts who point out the beauty of these marvelous creatures and the dangers facing them.
For more information on guided tours:
Sea Turtle Sighting (321) 676-1701/321)589-2147
Sea Turtle Preservation Society www.seaturtlespacecoast.org (321) 676-1701
Sebastian Inlet State Recreation Area www.floridastateparks.org (321) 984-4852
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REMEMBER NO MATTER WHAT TOWN, CITY, COUNTY OR STATE SEND US YOUR UPCOMING EVENT
INFORMATION TO BE APPLIED TO YOUR STATE'S PAGE!
BECOME ACTIVE IN YOUR COMMUNITY!
IF YOUR GROUP, ORGANIZATION, OR HOUSE OF WORSHIP HAS ANY ACTIVITIES UPCOMING SUCH AS:
MEALS FOR THE NEEDY, FOOD PANTRIES & BASKET GIVEAWAYS, CLOTHING CLOSETS, BAZAARS,
FLEA MARKETS, CAR WASHES, FREE CLASSES/SEMINARS, FILM FESTIVALS,
FIRST TIME HOME PURCHASER SEMINARS, STATE FAIRS....EVEYTHING!!!!
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