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Seminole Towne Center’s One Year Anniversary Party Nov 14!

Posted in Action Alerts & Activism, Fun Stuff for Kids, tagged , , , , , , , on November 13, 2009 | 1 Comment »

Got older kids in the family that are comic fans? Want to get them learning about charities and non-profits? Check out this event at Coliseum of Comics that benefits the Hero Initiative! The Hero Initiative creates a financial safety net for comic creators who may need emergency medical aid, financial support for essentials of life, and an avenue back into paying work.

Seminole Towne Center’s One Year Anniversary Party!
George Perez Signing from 3:30 to 4:30 pm
Amazing! It’s been a year since our newest Coliseum of Comics store opened at the Seminole Towne Center in Sanford. We want to thank everyone for making our newest store your second home. For this grand achievement we’ll be hosting an Anniversary and Pre-Holiday Kick-Off celebration all day Saturday, November 14th (this Saturday) with our special guest – George Perez!

There’ll be belly dancing by Atiya Razi & Phoenicia, a raffle to win an autographed copy of Absolute Crisis on Infinite Earths (George Perez, of course) and a one-of-a-kind sketch with a character of the winner’s choosing. Proceeds from the raffle to benefit The HERO Initiative.

We’ll also be hosting our Vinyl Fever event from 12 pm to 2 pm. $20 gets you your own blank Mighty Mugg to paint and color anyway you see fit (bring your own materials). All entries will be posted at the store for one week and customers will vote on their favorites. Winner will receive a $50 Coliseum of Comics Gift Certificate!

Meet  costume characters during the day — especially  Spiderman from noon to 2 and Supergirl from 2 to 4!

For more info stop in or call our Seminole Towne Center store at 407-324-1800.

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Sanford: Home to Innovative Gasification Facility by MaxWest

Posted in Conservation / Environment, Reduce-Reuse-Recycle, tagged , on May 24, 2009 | 1 Comment »

According to a recent press release by MaxWest, Sanford is now home to a groundbreaking new environmental plant that will turn solid waste into energy. Read the full press release here.

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Free Trees for City of Sanford Residents!

Posted in Conservation / Environment, Deals Around Town, Local "Green" Events, Natural Products, Organic Gardening, tagged , , , on March 2, 2009 | Leave a Comment »

 

Southern Magnolia

Southern Magnolia

It is that time of year again!  Add a new tree to your Sanford yard this year by participating in the City of Sanford’s tree giveaway.

 

Pre-registration for the giveaway is required.  Proof of Sanford residency is required, and there is a limit of one tree per family.  You must pre-register in person at the City Hall in the Parks and Grounds Operations office (1st floor) from March 2nd – April 3rd from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.  There is a limited quantity of trees available – so get there early!  You’ll also need to fill out this registration form and bring it with you.

 

Crepe Myrtle

Crepe Myrtle

 

The actual giveaway will happen on Saturday, April 18th from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Sanford Senior Center at 401 E. Seminole Blvd.

 

 

 

 

 

Tabebuia

Tabebuia

 

You can pick between 4 different types of trees:  Crepe Myrtle, Tabebuia, Southern Magnolia, Maple.  They will come in a 15 gallon container, and will vary in height.

 

 

 

 

Maple

Maple

 

 

For more information, you can email Elizabeth Vanlandingham, Urban Forester for the City of Sanford!

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Beer & Bones Brewhaha to benefit the SPCA of Central Florida

Posted in Animal Advocacy, Deals Around Town, Uncategorized, tagged , , , , on February 27, 2009 | Leave a Comment »

Here’s a great way to support the SPCA of Central Florida!  Join Dog Day Afternoon (200 South Myrtle Avenue in Sanford) on  March 15, 2009 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm for their Beer & Bones Brewhaha.

Tickets are $15 if purchased in advance, $20 at the door.  Humans and dogs are welcome!  

For more information, visit the Beer & Bones Brewhaha information page!

 

Beer & Bones Brewhaha

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New Health and Wellness Market in Sanford

Posted in Alternative Education, Deals Around Town, Food and Nutrition, Fun Stuff for Kids, Local "Green" Events, Uncategorized, tagged , , , , on February 10, 2009 | 1 Comment »

 

Sanford Farmer's Market

Sanford Farmer's Market

 

There is something new in town!  The 2nd Saturday of every month (starting Feb. 14th!) will see the arrival of traditional and alternative health experts and vendors sharing wellness products and advice on healthy ways to live.  The Health and Wellness Market will be part of the regular Sanford Farmer’s Market.  You can find the Sanford Farmer’s Market in Magnolia Square every Saturday morning.  Hope to see you there this weekend!

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Green Valentine’s Day Ideas

Posted in Uncategorized, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , on February 9, 2009 | Leave a Comment »

Love is in the air, and Valentine’s Day is just days away! Make this Valentine’s Day extra sweet by sharing a little love for our planet as well as the humans in your life.  

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While the Swiss have Americans beat in terms of chocolate consumption (the Swiss eat 22 pounds of chocolate a year to our 12 pounds), Valentine’s Day is a great opportunity for us to try to catch up!

When buying chocolate, keep the planet’s well-being in mind by buying organic and free trade chocolate. One of my favorite places to buy good quality, rich, luxurious, delightful, and environmentally responsible chocolate is World Market. There you can find delicious brands like Dagoba and Green & Black’s.

 

flowers2      Flowers

Save your money!  Valentine’s Day floral arrangements might be beautiful,  but  those arrangements are  often triple the cost they will be just a few weeks from now and will be tossed into the compost heap within days.  How about buying some good quality organic seeds or some healthy live plants from your local nursery?  Not only will those choices be more cost effective, they’ll also be a beautiful, long lasting addition to your home and garden.

 

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While I certainly think that e-cards have their place and are a great way to reduce waste, there is just nothing like getting a special Valentine’s Day card that you can hold on to and keep forever.  How about getting your creative juices flowing and make your own cards this year?  Visit marthastewart.com for some great ideas!


photo-180-heart-cake1     Homemade Treats

Get into the kitchen to whip up some delightful treats that the whole family can enjoy!  This is a very cost-effective way to show your loved ones how much you care.  As my 8 year old, Timothy,  likes to say, “Everything mom makes has her special ingredient in it.  Love.”  Visit familyfun.com for some great recipes and ideas.

 

 

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Are you in the market for a special bottle of wine to share with the one you love?  Then shop local and support a local merchant!  Visit the Sanford Wine Company and ask owner Ken Martin to help you pick just the right bottle.  

 

Do you have some other ideas that you can share with our readers?!  Please share your thoughts!

 

 

 

 

 


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Second Chance at Oktoberfest in Downtown Sanford!

Posted in Deals Around Town, Food and Nutrition, Fun Stuff for Kids, Restaurants, tagged , , , , , , on October 29, 2008 | Leave a Comment »

Did you miss Historic Sanford’s Alive After Five Oktoberfest event because of the torrential rain?  Great news!  You’ll have a second chance!  There will be an encore presentation of Oktoberfest on the streets of Historic Downtown Sanford on November 13, 2008 starting at 5:00 pm.  Live German music will keep the street party lively while you stroll the downtown restaurants, art galleries, and specialty shops. Come see original artwork by 40 unique artists.   Pick up your $5 wristband at the beginning of the evening – it will allow you to sample food, wine, and beer at participating shops!  All of the proceeds go to the “Alive After Five” program.

 

This month’s event sponsor is Hollerbach’s Willow Tree Cafe, so the food is guaranteed to be some of the best German food in Central Florida.

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