Category Archives: General Announcements

Blue Sapphire to Become “Blue Room” …

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Bob Gernert

John and Debbie Tennick have purchased Blue Sapphire Sushi at 5793 Cypress Gardens Boulevard in the Towne Center adjacent to LEGOLAND Florida. Plans call for the Blue Sapphire’s conversion to a comfortable place to enjoy wine and cocktails with appetizers. … Continue reading →

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Bargains Take Flight for Florida Residents!

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Fantasy of Flight is Central Florida’s premier aviation attraction now offering its Florida fans an affordable staycation adventure with a Buy One/Get One Free offer on adult and children’s general admission. Florida Residents are invited to enjoy the savings July 1 … Continue reading →

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Beware Potential Business Scam …

Posted on June 24, 2011 by Bob Gernert

All that glitters may not be legitimate … The Chamber has received information that  local businesses are receiving email notifications from a group named the Small Business Commerce Association. The email notifies the business that they have been selected as … Continue reading →

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Have a Centennial Lunch on June 22 in Central Park!

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Bob Gernert

WINTER HAVEN CENTENNIAL DAY – Next Wednesday! June 22, 2011 marks the actual date for the City of Winter Haven centennial when the Town Council held its first meeting in 1911. Officers were elected and a corporate seal was adopted … Continue reading →

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Second Grade Just Got More Awesome …

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Second grade students from throughout Polk County are going to receive a free field trip to LEGOLAND® Florida next school year, compliments of University of South Florida Polytechnic. LEGOLAND Florida, Central Florida’s newest theme park opens on October 15, 2011 and … Continue reading →

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Manny’s Chop House Opens Monday

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Let the proverbial “good times roll” as Manny’s Chop House opens Monday, June 13 at 4 p.m. on the site of the previous Sundown Souther Eatery. Manny’s currently operates two extremely successful locations in Haines City and Lake Wales. Fred … Continue reading →

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World’s Largest LEGOLAND Park Opens October 15

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Bob Gernert

IT’S OFFICIAL … POLK COUNTY, Fla. (May 23, 2011) – To the delight of youngsters everywhere, LEGOLAND® Florida today revealed its official opening date: Saturday, October 15, 2011. Inspired by America’s love affair with all things LEGO®, the new 150-acre theme … Continue reading →

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Look for Manny’s Chop House at the Sundown by Summer

Posted on May 13, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Official word from Fred Johnson is he has finalized an agreement to turn the Sundown Restaurant into Manny’s Original Chophouse at the Sundown.  In Johnson’s words “I am excited about partnering with him to bring his brand of a family … Continue reading →

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Chamber Publications Welcome LEGOLAND® Florida & Kids! Market Your Business!

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Destination Winter Haven, the Chamber’s award-winning visitor’s guide will feature a special format for 2011- 2012 as we become the host city for LEGOLAND Florida. The Chamber will also publish  the Winter Haven Adventure Book (Polk County, too) especially for … Continue reading →

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“WWII & D Day Events” at Fantasy of Flight May 13, 14

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Bob Gernert

POLK CITY, Fla. (May 12, 2011) – It has been recreated countless times in books and movies… but on Friday, May 13 and Saturday, May 14, the largest military invasion in world history will come to life once again at … Continue reading →

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