Adventures
Every spot I feature gets a recap here — restaurants, hidden gems, outdoor days, and family fun across Central Florida.
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Floridino’s on US-27: The Mom-and-Pop Italian Spot Worth the Stop
Pizza muffins, a sunset patio, and a ravioli pizza that divided our family — dinner at our favorite local Italian spot.
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The Thrift Store Where Every Purchase Stocks a Food Pantry
Great prices, a 50%-off tag color every week, and every dollar funds a community food pantry. This is thrifting with a purpose.
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Silver Moon Drive-In in Lakeland: $5 Movie Nights Under the Stars
Two movies, one full moon, and the best-priced movie night in Central Florida — here’s how we do the Silver Moon Drive-In.
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Free Family Days at Bok Tower Gardens (Thank You, Wawa!)
Wawa Summer Fun Days make Bok Tower Gardens completely free — here are the remaining dates and what to know before you go.
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The Book Shelter in Winter Haven: Trade Your Old Books for New Adventures
A locally owned used bookstore with a trade-in program so good, our last visit cost us nothing.