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Christmas at Gaylord Palms Resort
Great American Camp-Out
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pend the nights under the stars with Hillsborough County Parks, Recreation and Conservation staff, and help a grandchild take their first step into a lifetime filled with outdoor fun. Learn to set up a tent, cook outdoors and participate in crafts and games. Families wishing to participate must have at least one child 12 years of age and or younger with the adults. No pets or alcohol allowed.
Recommended items to bring include blanket, bottled water, flashlight, insect repellent, ponchos, sleeping bags (or sheet and blankets), sleeping pad or air mattress, tent and warm clothes. The Camp Out begins at 1 pm on Nov. 16 at Edward Medard Park and Reservoir, 6140 Turkey Creek Road, Plant City, and ends at 9 am on the 17th. Price: $2 per vehicle (up to eight people). Info/register at 813-635-3519.
Take Your Cabbage Patch Doll Home To: Cabbage Patch Kids Re: Come Home for Christmas
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ppalachian Christmas, a 34-year tradition, continues on Nov. 17 at the new BabyLand GeneralHospital, home of the Cabbage Patch Kids in Cleveland, Georgia. The day starts with a pancake
breakfast with Santa, gifts, prizes and more. More activities throughout the day end with the annual lighting of a BabyLand Christmas tree. For more information, please call 706-865-2171, ext. 501.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year in sunny Florida! November 23, 2013 – January 5, 2014 Make it a Christmas to remember at Gaylord Palms, where two million twinkling lights, lavish decor and an amazing 54-foot majestic Christmas tree create a holiday atmosphere like no other. Delight in fine dining, eclectic shopping and festive entertainment, including ICE! — more than two million pounds of colorful, hand-carved ice slides and sculptures featuring Frosty the Snowman. It’s a holiday celebration you’ll never forget.
Book your holiday getaway today!
ChristmasAtGaylordPalms.com or call (407) 586-2000
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