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Looking for a great gift or activity that your father will enjoy this year? Check out our list of ideas for Father’s Day, and you’re sure to find something he’ll enjoy! Get on a Lake this Father’s Day 1. Go Fishing Does your dad like to fish? Abundant sunshine and pleasant temperatures allow for Fishing in the “Largemouth Bass Capital of the World” year-round on the region’s more than 550 lakes that occupy over 135 square miles including Lake Kissimmee, the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes, Lake Walk-in-Water (Weohyakapka) and many more.   2. Airboat Rides Airboat rides are an excellent way to stay cool while experiencing nature in Polk County with a number of different companies that offer Airboat Tours, and a perfect idea for dads. 3. Get out on the water How about treating dad to a relaxing day out on the water? Learn to water ski, tube with friends, rent a pontoon boat, or go paddle boarding at Central Florida Watersports & Boat Rentals. 4. Rent a Kayak Rent a kayak this Father’s Day, and explore Polk County’s waterways or hop aboard a nature cruise and let the captain do the work for you and your dad.

GALA Choruses Festival 2024 Anonymous (not verified) Sun, 06/09/2024 – 10:25 GALA Choruses Festival 2024 is the world’s largest LGBTQ+ choir, singing event. This year it will be celebrated in Minneapolis July 10–14. Festival 2024 gathers 7000 singers and 122 choruses for five days, featuring performances from GALA member choirs from the United States, Canada, and Mexico alongside performances from choirs from as far as China, Estonia, Finland, Ukraine, and Taiwan. Typically held every 4 years, Festival 2024 marks a historic 8-year-gap since the last such gathering, because of the COVID-19 pandemic. During that time our choirs and our movement have grown making this the largest GALA Festival ever. Here are five ways that local choral fans can get involved in Festival’s 200+ events with 7,000 singers. Check out the Festival Schedule. Ticket Sales Purchase a delegate pass for the entire week of concerts, workshops, and gatherings Purchase tickets for individual concerts. Sing in a Festival Chorus!There is still space to join one of the mass choruses along with singers from across the world. In order to join a Festival Chorus you need to first register as a Festival Delegate. Free Events! July 10, Minnesota Mosaic—Concerts from 12pm–10 PM in Peavey

Looking for a getaway with something for the whole family, but you don’t want to do the same old thing? Put Wyoming on your itinerary. From corner to corner, unforgettable adventures await you in the Cowboy State, each with something for everyone that’s a little out of the ordinary and a whole lot of fun. Pack your bags, answer the westward call, and get ready to find out why Wyoming is one of the best family vacation spots in the United States. 9 Wyoming Family Vacation Ideas with Kids Wyoming’s rugged beauty, rich history and Old West charm make for a getaway you won’t soon forget. These nine cities are packed with unique family vacation ideas, each with its own distinctive character. Take a look at these itineraries and fill your travel time with some of the best family adventures in Wyoming. 1. Guernsey Photo credit: The Menkes Known to most as a prime destination for outdoor adventure, Guernsey is also steeply rooted in our nation’s westward expansion history, making it one of the best family vacation spots in the Cowboy State. Grab the gang and make the most of getting outside.  Go Yurt Camping If you think camping in

FREE Summer Admission at the History Center Anonymous (not verified) Fri, 06/07/2024 – 15:25 The History Center of Olmsted County is thrilled to announce free admission for everyone throughout the entire month of June thanks to our generous sponsor Home Federal!This is a perfect opportunity to explore our fascinating exhibits about the rich history of our community. And take in our breathtaking grounds including the Dee Cabin and Hadley Valley Schoolhouse.Tuesday through Saturday 9-5pm. olmstedhistory.com 2d40c65ce699833897262689885296d3e4a93d71.jpg June 07, 2024 – June 29, 2024 Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, starting from Friday, June 7, 2024 – 09:00, until Sunday, June 30, 2024 – 08:00 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 1 June 7, 2024 – June 7, 2024June 8, 2024 – June 8, 2024June 11, 2024 – June 11, 2024June 12, 2024 – June 12, 2024June 13, 2024 – June 13, 2024June 14, 2024 – June 14, 2024June 15, 2024 – June 15, 2024June 18, 2024 – June 18, 2024June 19, 2024 – June 19, 2024June 20, 2024 – June 20, 2024June 21, 2024 – June 21, 2024June 22, 2024 – June 22, 2024June 25, 2024 – June 25, 2024June 26, 2024 – June 26, 2024June 27, 2024 – June