2012 Zora Neale Hurston Festival of the Arts & Humanities
Downtown Eatonville, Florida TBA, 2012 407-647-3307 Celebrate the life and work of famous author, folklorist and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston (Their Eyes Were Watching God) at this lively 4-day event, which features a street festival, cultural arts events, public forums, educational programs and a screenwriting competition. Eatonville lies just a few miles North of Orlando. Exit I-4 East at Lee Road, turn right onto Lee Road and then turn left onto Orlando Avenue. Take another left onto Kennedy Boulevard, Eatonville’s main street. Admission is charged. For more information about the 2012 Zora Neale Hurston Festival of the Arts & Humanities, visit www.zoranealehurstonfestival.com.
Orlando to Host NBA All-Star 2012 The most magical week in sports is returning to Orlando for the second time, as the city has been selected to host NBA All-Star 2012. Orlando also hosted the 1992 All-Star Game. The 61st NBA All-Star Game will be played on Sunday, Feb. 26, at the Amway Center, which will also host the T-Mobile Rookie [...]
Walt Disney: Motivational Speaker In addition to being an innovator, visionary and genius, Walt Disney was one heck of a motivational speaker! Below are 10 of my favorite Walt Disney quotes: “All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.” “The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” “We are [...]
