So, you need to use your vacation days, but the kids are taking part in activities all Summer, gas prices have you down, or the cost is simply not in the budget.  Why not plan a stay-at-home vacation?  You may not live in a tourist destination town, but you can still take a week off work so you can enjoy some warm weather down time: 

Going Places? 

• If you are truly wanting an away from home experience, book a room in a local hotel for a few days during the week when rates are lower.  A luxury hotel or bed and breakfast would make it feel more like a vacation, if you can afford it. 
• Exploring your local area can not only be fun, but educational for the family!  Before your time off, call your local tourism office, and learn about the destinations you’re not aware of, as well as those you do.  Make a list and decide where you’d like to visit. 

• The weekend before your break, get everyone involved in getting the house cleaned up and the laundry done.  Purchase eco-friendly disposable kitchen items, so you don’t have dishes to do every night, or plan budget-friendly take out. 
• When you have young children, planning day trips is less difficult on them; spending the day at a nearby museum or state park, then coming home to sleep in their own beds can help keep them in their routine when your time off is over. 

Relaxing at Home? 

• Imagine yourself as a guest in your own home and treat yourself as such.  Vacations are meant to break routines, and you might have to make a conscious effort to stay in a getaway state of mind. 

• Spend an entire day at your local park, splash pad, or other fun spot that you normally take advantage of for an hour or so.  Pack a picnic lunch. 
• Plan some out-of-the-ordinary things to do at home.  “Camp out” in the living room, or even the backyard!  Throw yourselves an ice cream party, or some other celebration that is normally reserved for birthdays and holidays. 
• Some projects, such as cleaning out the garage, can take a couple of days.  If you must do something, plan as many days of fun or relaxing as you spend working. 

Most importantly, unplug yourself!  Turn off notifications for all your smartphone apps, resolve to check personal email every other day, and let family and friends know you’re taking time off, and, unless you’re planning on a get-together, only available for emergencies.  Vacation days are a precious commodity, and if you’re not taking a long-distance trip, make the most of it, and make memories in the process. 

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Friday, October 5, 2018 – 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM

FREE!

Join the city of Maitland to celebrate the opening of Independence Lane!  There will be live music, great food, kids’ activities, and more!

Location: Independence Lane between Horatio and Packwood Avenues, next to Maitland City Hall.

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Second and fourth Monday of every month – 6-8 PM
Next session – September 24, 2018

Free Admission!

Join Heartfulness Mediation class and learn simple techniques that improve wellness of being. No registration necessary.

For more information call: 407-647-7700

Maitland Public Library
501 S. Maitland Ave.
Maitland, FL

Winter Park Area

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September 18 – September 23, 2018

Enzian Theater
1300 S Orlando Ave
Maitland, FL 32751

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The Global Peace Film Festival, established in 2003, uses the power of the moving image to further the cause of peace on earth. From the outset, the GPFF envisioned “peace” not as the absence of conflict but as a framework for channeling, processing and resolving conflict through respectful and non-violent means. People of good faith have real differences that deserve to be discussed, debated and contested.

GPFF works to connect expression – artistic, political, social and personal – to positive, respectful vehicles for action and change. The festival program is carefully curated to create a place for open dialogue, using the films as catalysts for change.

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• September 15, 2018
• Location:Lake Concord Park
• Address: 95 Triplet Lake Dr., Casselberry, FL 32707
• Time: 7:30 a.m.
• Admission: $33- $40

Music reigns supreme at the second race of the Track Shack Running Series featuring local bands dueling it out at every mile! The high energy, live music runners and walkers love is on the course and at the post race party.

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September 8, 2018 – September 30, 2018

Orlando Repertory Theater
1001 East Princeton Street
Orlando, FL 32803

Celebrating the values of enduring friendship, this Tony Award-nominated musical follows Frog and Toad through four fun-filled seasons.  Along with their forest friends, the pals learn life lessons through planting gardens, swimming, raking leaves, and sledding.  Based on the beloved books by Arnold Lobel, this jubilant musical celebrates kindness, imagination, differences, and the power of friendship.  With catchy songs and vivid characters, this show is perfect for the whole family!

Admission – Tickets start at $15

Purchase Tickets Here

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August 29, 2018

Waterford Park
12301 Lake Underhill Rd.
Orlando, FL 32828

Admission: $20 – Purchase Tickets Here

Phone: 407-277-5951

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Feast in the East is an East Orlando Chamber of Commerce signature event highlighting our restaurant members and their delicious catered cuisine.  Past participating restaurants have included California Pizza Kitchen, Canvas Restaurant & Market, Bonefish Grill, Bahama Breeze, Chroma Modern Bar & Kitchen, Coopers Hawk, and more. Restaurants will provide samples of their dishes and signature beverages. Join us for the After Party at Bonefish Grill Lake Underhill and enjoy Happy Hour drinks, special discounts and giveaways.

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When: August 25, 2018 – 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM and 4:00 PM to 6:20 PM

Where:
Bill Frederick Park
3401 South Hiawassee Rd.
Orlando, FL 32835

Admission: $10 – $55

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This event offers the low country coastal heritage of cooking fresh seafood outdoors. This highly anticipated event will offer all you can eat fresh crabs, one side of fish & chips, snow crab legs platter, music, and a friendly environment for the entire family.

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When: Saturday, August 18 – 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sunday, August 19 – 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Phone: 407-405-4000

Email: Brandi@MyCentralFloridaFamily.com

Price: $5-$10

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Join us for an opportunity to discover what Central Florida has to offer families!
There will be fun for the whole family with entertainment, school information, enrichment activities, products, services and more.

Location:
Orange County Convention Center
9800 International Drive
Orlando, FL

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When: Second Thursday of each month – 8:30 to 9:30 AM

Phone: 407-277-5951

Email: eocc@eocc.org

Location:
Sam’s Club
7701 E Colonial Drive
Orlando, FL 32807

Coffee Club Goldenrod meets the second Thursday of the month at Sam’s Club.  The format of this group includes a fun networking activity or guest speakers and open networking.

East Orlando Chamber of Commerce

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