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With August in full swing and the end of summer quickly approaching, this weekend is the perfect time for a family getaway at unforgettable Connecticut events. Make your way to downtown Milford Friday evening and all day Saturday for the 35th annual Milford Oyster Festival. On Friday, go on a Schooner cruise across Long Island Sound or enjoy an oyster and wine tasting. The fun continues Saturday along the harbor with canoe & kayak races, live entertainment, a food court serving up several varieties of oysters originating from Maine to Virginia and oyster eating and shucking competitions. Saturday, bring your family to Dinosaur State Park in Rocky Hill for a prehistoric adventure during Dinosaur State Park Day. Guests have the chance to meet Dilly the Dilophosaurus, play games, experiment with arts and crafts, dance to the live music and enjoy good food and the indoor and outdoor features of the park. All weekend long, visit the Lyme Grange Fairgrounds to experience an old-fashioned country fair with farm exhibits, amusements, food concessions and more. The family fun at the Hamburg Fair includes pie and watermelon eating contests, face painting and pony rides. Also, don’t miss the 1800’s western reenactments and blacksmith demonstrations happening each day! Waddle your way to the Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk this weekend for a chance to get up close and personal with the Aquarium’s African penguins during the “Penguins on the Loose” event. Visitors can sit and stand around a special mat, while the penguins are invited out to wander, explore, preen and generally do what penguins do.

A trip to CoCo Key Water Resort in Waterbury is the perfect close-to-home getaway for your family this summer! The Get Wet Away package gives you two full days of access to the Water Resort and plenty of amenities to make your trip memorable. Fly to Mars, forecast a blizzard, test your own inventions, harvest solar energy or construct wind turbines with the Science Center Stay Package from the Crowne Plaza in Cromwell.

For more values on lodging and visit packages around the state, click on Specials.

Unforgettable Experiences Await at Connecticut Events This Weekend!

Peach Fest, Middlefield (860) 349-6015
Celebrate the beginning of peach season in Connecticut at Lyman Orchards this weekend. Family fun activities will line the grounds including Frisbee golf, face painting, horse drawn wagon rides, scavenger hunts, a sunflower maze and much more. Lyman Orchards is cultivating fun this Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Topical Illusions & Teddy Bear Fest, Bridgeport (203) 394-6565
Head to the Beardsley Zoo for a weekend of fun that includes two major events. All weekend, the Zoo will spread the important messages about endangered species, animal habitats, extinction, rainforest destruction, our environment and what we all can do to save the planet during the Topical Illusions event. On Sunday, children under age 12 who bring their teddy bear to the “Teddy Bear Clinic” and are accompanied by a paying adult will receive free admission. The clinic will include crafts and storytelling focusing on bear awareness and facts about real bears. Get your teddy bear ready this Sunday between noon and 3 p.m., then go green during the Topical Illusions event Saturday and Sunday at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Riverfront Dragon Boat Festival , Hartford (860) 713-3131
Make your way to the Mortensen Riverfront Plaza in Hartford for a weekend of excitement and family fun. Colorful and competitive dragon boat races will begin at 8 a.m. followed by a day of entertainment and activities. Join in on the festivities with Asian entertainment, martial arts demonstrations, a table tennis tournament, Asian games for kids and more! Be a part of the celebration Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., with Dragon Boat races starting at 8 a.m. each morning.

These highlights represent just a sampling of the many exciting events taking place across Connecticut this weekend. For more information about these and other entertaining activities, click on Events. Connecticut residents should also take advantage of this summer’s Staycation program that offers them discounts and specials at accommodations, attractions, and restaurants throughout the state.

This Weekend in Connecticut
August 14, 2009

SOMERS
August 14 – 16 – Hartford County 4-H Fair – Four Town Fairgrounds, Egypt Road (off Route 190), Somers, CT 06071. Time: Fri. 10 a.m. - 11 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Enjoy a full weekend of fun with 4-H animals, project exhibits, demonstrations and activities, amusement rides, barbecue dinners, live bands and a classic car show. Admission: Adults $5, children (12 and under) free. Phone: (860) 570-9074

MIDDLEBURY
August 14 - 16 – Kent Family Magic Circus – Quassy Amusement Park, Route 64, Middlebury, CT 06762. Time: Daily shows at 1 p.m., 3 p.m. and 5 p.m.; Fri. and Sat. 7 p.m. Feel the force of one of Quassy’s roller coasters and water park slides or take a ride on all 20 rides and attractions located throughout the park. Then, enjoy fantastic family entertainment with magic, juggling, fire eating and more. Admission: $5 parking fee. Phone: (800) FOR-PARK

EAST CANAAN
August 15 – Blackberry River Iron Heritage Walk – Beckley Furnace, Lower Road, East Canaan, CT 06024. Time: 9:30 a.m. The guided walk celebrates the 1734 - 1923 iron industry in Northwest Connecticut. The walk will include talks, demonstrations and a look at historic documents, paintings and artifacts describing and celebrating iron-producing heritage. Admission: $5 suggested donation. Phone: (860) 435-9183

WILLIMANTIC
August 15 – Steeple Chase Bike Tour– Windham Mills, 320 Main Street, Willimantic, CT 06226. Time: Registration 7 a.m. - 11 a.m. Participate or cheer on participants during a 20, 35, 50 or 100-mile bicycle ride through scenic Northwestern Connecticut. Rest stops along each route will offer free refreshments and food to keep participants and visitors motivated throughout the ride. Admission: From $25, Free to spectators. Phone: (860) 450-7122

HARTFORD
August 14 – 16 (Thru August 22) – “Yesterdays – An Evening with Billie Holiday” – Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06106. Time: Fri. and Sat. 8 p.m. Matinees Sat. and Sun. 2 p.m. With a set of 16 unforgettable classics including My Man, Strange Fruit and God Bless the Child, woven with stories of the legendary singer, Yesterdays is an unforgettable night of music and an intimate look at the stunning career of Billie Holiday. Admission: $26-$65. Phone: (860) 527-5151

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Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular
 It’s just not the Fourth without it. More than 80,000 dazzling explosions�Flickering Butterflies, Glittering Gems, Giant Silver Swallows, and Bursting Comets�light up the sky over the East River while millions of New Yorkers catch the show from rooftops, in parks, along the river, at the Promenade, on boats, and on NBC.
 � When: 9 p.m.
 � Musical accompaniment: Bring a radio wherever you decide to watch for a synchronized musical program on 1010 WINS.
 � More info: Call 212-494-4495 or visit macys.com
 
 � Manhattan viewing: East River Park, South Street Seaport, FDR Drive (enter at 23rd, 38th and 42nd Sts.); the FDR between 14th and 42nd Sts. and from the ferry terminal to the Pearl Street exit ramp is closed to traffic from 7-10 p.m.
 � Brooklyn: Greenpoint, Brooklyn Heights Promenade, Empire Fulton Ferry State Park Queens: Hunter’s Point, Queensbridge Park, Rainey Park
 � Jersey City: Liberty State Park
 � Roosevelt Island: If you want to beat the Manhattan crowds, head to the other Island for the East River fireworks display. It’s not free, but a

ticket will get you a seat with a view, live music and entertainment for the kids, including clowns, jugglers and face painting. Grab a hot dog or hamburger from the food court, sit back in your folding chair (they’re provided for all ticket holders) and watch the show. Leave the coolers, backpacks and alcoholic beverages at home; they’re not allowed.
 � 5 p.m.; adults, tickets $18 available at Manhattan Tram Station (2nd Ave. and 60th St.), online (rioc.com) or at the site on July 4; Southpoint, southern tip of Roosevelt Island; 212-832-4540 or rioc.com

Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail Miami - Florida Boaters Guide - Boat Show Calendar

 All aboard! The South Florida Boat Show is about to set sail for the fourteenth time at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Over 20,000 people attend this annual event, and now you can too. Whether you’re a true-blue boater or a first-time purchaser, the South Florida Boat Show is sure to have a make and model that’s perfect for your budget. Special features are presented daily covering everything from fishing to diving, so what are you waiting for? Raise your anchor and visit the 14th annual South Florida Boat Show during your upcoming Office Move ( Green Port Everglades Florida Cruise Terminals Florida ) Van Rentals For Group Travel Cheapest vacation.

The best boats can be found in South Florida

Boats are a common form of personal transportation in Florida, providing travelers with quick and easy access to coastal getaways. So where do the local boaters purchase the water-bound wonders? At the South Florida Boat Show of course. Image Miami Exotic Car Rental Clients will find all of the latest boats and boat accessories at the show, including state-of-the-art power boats and personal watercrafts. Miami Travelers Who wants to Rent Luxury cars or 15 Passenger Vans customers will also find a range of marine electronics, fishing tackle, boats lifts and engines on display at the show. If it belongs on a boat, you’ll find it at the South Florida Boat Show.

Florida’s biggest names in boating all in one place

The best boating suppliers, producers and distributors come out to wow the crowds at the South Florida Boat Show, so come prepared to see the future of water transportation during your upcoming visit. From sunglasses to sonar, these companies bring it all to the table during this exciting event. Exhibitors set to appear at this year’s show include Davey Marine, Bluewater Sport Fishing Boats, Joel’s Outboard and Latitude Power Boats. Boat prices range from about $5,000 to $250,000 with sizes reaching up to 40 feet. More than 4 dozen companies will be packed into the Miami Beach Convention Center for this event, so come early and stay late - you’ll need all the time you can get.

You get what you put in

The South Florida Boat Show is a major event in the Florida boating world. In fact, advertisers hold nothing back when it comes to promoting this event. Nearly $100,000 is spent on advertising for this even, including everything from radio and TV to billboards and mail. Image Miami Exotic Car Rental Clients can expect to see flyers circulating Miami up to two weeks prior to the show. Luck for show organizers, this advertizing really pays off. Over 20,000 people are expected to attend this year’s show so don’t wait. Get your tickets today and visit during your upcoming Miami vacation.

Set sail for the Miami Beach Convention Center

Image Miami Exotic Car Rental Clients will have no problem finding the Miami Beach Convention Center. If you’re coming from the south, simply take I-95 northbound, exiting at the MacArthur Causeway to Alton Road North. From there, turn right onto 17th Street and then left onto Convention Center Drive. If you’re coming from the north, take I-95 Southbound, exiting at the Julia Tuttle Causeway to Alton Road South. From there, turn left onto 17th Street and then another left onto Convention Center Drive. The Miami Beach Convention Center is located at 1901 Convention Center Drive.

Show Information

Dates & Location

February 12 - 16, 2009

MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER
1901 Convention Center Drive
Miami, FL 33139

SEA ISLE MARINA & YACHTING CENTER
1635 N. Bayshore Drive
Miami, FL 33132
NOTE: This location does not require a pass or ticket for entry.

MIAMARINA AT BAYSIDE (Strictly Sail Miami) - visit our Strictly Sail Miami site for complete details at www.strictlysail.com/shows/miami.asp?show=miami.
401 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL 33132

Courtesy Shuttle Buses will run between all three location including the park & ride at the American Airlines Arena and Bicentennial Park from 1 hour prior to show opening through 1 hour after show close daily.

Show Hours

“Premier Day”
Thursday, February 12, 10:00am-6:00pm

Friday, February 13, 10:00am-8:00pm
Saturday, February 14, 10:00am-8:00pm
Sunday, February 15, 10:00am-8:00pm
Monday, February 16, 10:00am-6:00pm

Marina locations open at 10:00am and close at 6:00pm daily

Admission

“Premier Day” - $30.00

Friday - Monday:
Adults - $16.00
2 Day Pass - $30.00
Youth, age 13–15 years - $6.00
Children, age 12 and younger - FREE

E-Tickets are available NOW!

Tickets will also be available for purchase at both the Miami Beach Convention Center and Strictly Sail box offices. No admission is required for the Sea Isle Marina & Yachting Center location.

Admission to the show is just $10 for adult Image Miami Exotic Car Rental Clients and $5 for children. Miami Exotic Car Rental Clients can learn more about the South Florida Boat Show by calling 1-954-946-6164. The South Florida Boat Show is produced by Marine Industries Unlimited Inc. They’re posted more details online at www.soflaboatshow.com.