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St. Patrick’s Day is all about the Irish and our beautiful country Ireland, but did you know that there are many aspects of the big day that we cannot claim as our own invention? Such as the St. Patrick’s Day parade phenomenon, for instance? To get you up to date with all the weirdest and […]

PGD LAUNCHES NEW ONLINE TRAVEL PLANNING FEATURE PuntaGorda Airport (PGD) has launched a new online feature, FlyMyAirport, that allows passengers to plan and book their flights from http://www.FlyPGD.com. Passengers can use it to search for flights, compare prices, and explore rental car and hotel deals all in one place. “This new search function makes it […]

FLORIDA HAS BEEN THE SET OF MANY FAMOUS MOVIES Florida’s versatile scenery of coastlines, boating canals, bustling cities, and swampy parks makes it a hit among Hollywood directors and filmmakers. Some of the best movies shot here include Marley & Me, Moonlight, The Truman Show, My Girl, Apollo 13, Ace Ventura, and Edward Scissorhands.

Florida’s warm, humid climate provides an ideal habitat for various spider species, including some that may wander indoors. While spiders help keep pest populations down, homeowners can benefit from knowing which species they’re most likely to encounter. Here’s a guide to some of Florida’s common spiders, with tips for identifying and understanding them. The Most […]

A ROYAL PAINE Arriving in Philadelphia as a broke, typhus-ridden nobody, Thomas Paine found his voice fast, publishing Common Sense in January 1776 and helping turn colonial grievance into a readable, comprehensive argument for independence. “Maybe Paine had the temerity to write such stirring and nakedly seditious words because he had nothing to lose,” Matthew […]

HOW TO KEEP IN CONTACT WITH BSLPOA!  Our website allows us to welcome you and share the ins and outs, the activities, the benefits, and the advantages of living in Burnt Store Lakes. It is the primary communications vehicle for our Association. All members receive BSL email information notices as they are sent, unless they […]

One day, you and everyone you know will kick the bucket, so why not start building your bucket list? And the best part is that Floridians do not even have to leave the state to experience life-changing, impressive, and memorable experiences. Well, maybe they’ll have to venture miles into the waters, but it’s worth it. […]

Location: 900 West Marion Ave., Punta Gorda Website: http://www.militaryheritagemuseum.org Contact Information: Gregg Hansen at [email protected] / (941) 575-9002 THE ROCK SHOW ’60S AND ’70S The Rock Show is a modern “rock”umentary based on legendary music and bands from the ’60s and ’70s, including songs from The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Queen, and more. One band – […]

7 BRIDGES – THE ULTIMATE EAGLES EXPERIENCE! “The Best Eagles Tribute Band on Earth!” – Rolling Stone Magazine. Fasten your seat belts and get ready for an unforgettable rock and roll journey with 7 Bridges: The Ultimate Eagles Experience! Coming from Nashville, Tenn., this tribute to the music of the Eagles includes stunningly accurate renditions […]