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May / June / July Happenings - International Drive Resort Area

May / June / July Happenings - International Drive Resort Area
Simpsons Ride Opens at Universal Studios
The Simpsons™ are visiting Krustyland, the low-budget theme park created by famed TV personality and shameless product huckster Krusty the Clown!

You are there right alongside Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie as you enter through the carnival-like midway. Once you board your vehicle you’re in for one surprise after another as you embark on a wild, over-the-top ride through the park… flying, floating, and more or less crashing your way through Krustyland’s kiddie attractions, stunt shows, and thrill rides.
 
Hollister Opens at Pointe Orlando
Hollister Co.'s American lifestyle brand brings Southern California-inspired merchandise for both "Dudes" and "Betty's" to the Pointe Orlando shopping mix.  HCO merchandise encompasses graphic t-shirts, classic shirts, jeans, outerwear, fleece and a modest collection of fragrances and flip-flops - with many of the pieces bearing the HCO logo.  Hollister at Pointe Orlando is the perfect place to shop for high school students!  Hollister is conveniently located on the first level of Pointe Orlando next to Foot Locker and across from Starbucks Coffee.  To contact Hollister directly, please call 407-248-0136.
 
Kiehl's Opens at Pointe Orlando
Kiehl's, a seller of high-end beauty products and a division of L'Oreal, opened their first free-standing store in Orlando at Pointe Orlando.  The Pointe Orlando store features Kiehl's signature hair-, skin- and body-care products and also offers customers a "testing hub" to try the brand's cleansers, creams and facial scrubs.  Kiehl's sells herbal facial cleansers with Yerba Mate tea extracts, shampoos infused with amino acids and coconut oils, and hand salves with botanical oils.  For more information and to contact Kiehl's directly, please call 407-355-3599.
 
Regal Cinemas Stadium 20+ IMAX features Shine A Light on the IMAX screen
Regal Entertainment Group opened a new IMAX theater at Pointe Orlando.  Shine A Light - A Rolling Stones Concert & Documentary, produced by Oscar-winning filmmaker Martin Scorsese, will start showing on the IMAX screen April 4th with the exclusive engagement at the Pointe Orlando Regal Cinemas location.  The six story tall and 85-feet wide IMAX screen offers an unforgettable experience.  Known as the largest motion picture exhibitor in the world, Regal Entertainment Group operates over 6,000 screens in 40 states.  For movie times and additional information, please call 407-248-9228.
 
May 11 – Aug. 31 – WANTILAN LUAU at Royal Pacific Resort, A Loews Hotel
Savor the exotic tastes of the South Pacific and enjoy a musical journey through the Polynesian islands.
 
Hula and fire dancers delight the audience and entice a few to even learn the hula! It’s great entertainment for the entire family! The Wantilan Luau takes place on Saturday evenings year round, and Tuesday & Friday nights May 11, 2007 through August 31, 2007.
 
Reservations required, call 407-503-DINE (3463) for more information. Registration begins at 5:30pm, Seating begins at 6:00 pm.
 
May 29 & June 26 – Velvet Sessions at the Hard Rock Hotel
Join the monthly rock n’ roll cocktail party at Hard Rock Hotel's Velvet Sessions, held the last Thursday of the month.
 
Each “session” combines creative cocktails with live music from some of the hottest rock bands. Past performers have included Cheap Trick, Loverboy, the Fixx, Joan Jett, and Eddie Money.
 
May 31 – Kids Crew Kids Club Event with Radio Disney
Festival Bay Mall at International Drive – 10am – noon
 
June 8 – Youth Soccer Day at Wet ‘n Wild
Participating soccer clubs click here to purchase Youth Soccer Day Tickets. You’ll need your club’s special promo code to order. Contact your club for more information. If your Youth Soccer Club would like to get more information about participating in Youth Soccer Day, please have your Club President or a Board Member contact Wet ‘n Wild Group Sales at 407-351-1800.
 
June 20 – 22 – Arts & Crafts Show - Festival Bay Mall at International Drive
 
June 28 – Kids Crew Kids Club Event with Radio Disney
Festival Bay Mall at International Drive – 10am – noon
 
July 19 – Deaf Awareness Day – with the Florida Association of the Deaf
Wet ‘n Wild - Tickets for this event are available only through the Florida Association of the Deaf. Please visit their web site at www.fadcentral.org for more information or email wetnwild@fadcentral.org.
 
Ongoing - Hard Rock Live - Concert Events
May 18 - Duran Duran - 8:00pm
May 22 - The Kids In The Hall - 8:00pm
May 30 - Charlie Murphy - 8:00pm
May 31 - Dream Theater - 7:30pm
 
June 6 - Margaret Cho - 8:00pm
June 7 - Mario Cantone - 8:00pm
June 14 - Classic Albums Live Featuring The Beatles - 8:30pm
 
July 8 - Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo - 8:00pm
July 19 - Lisa Lampanelli - 7:30pm
 
For details / ticket information please contact 407-351-LIVE (5483).
  
Ongoing - Junior Lifeguard Summer Camp at Wet ‘n Wild
Students, ages 11-15, who enroll in Wet 'n Wild's Junior Lifeguard Camp will receive instruction in water safety, leadership skills, teamwork, water fitness, public relations, first aid and basic lifesaving skills.
  • The one-week camp for 11-15 year olds begins at 8:00 am each day (Monday through Friday) and concludes at 4:00 pm.
  • Lunch is provided each day.
  • Each Camper will receive Wet 'n Wild's Junior Lifeguard T-shirt.
  • All course materials will be provided.
Available Camp Dates for 2008
 - June 9-13, 16-20, 23-27
 - June 30 - July 4,
 - July 7-11,  14-18, 21-25
 - July 28 - Aug. 1
 - Aug. 4-8
 
Total Cost: $275.00* (tax included)
Return/Multiple Family Campers: $250.00* (tax included) Book week of 6/30-7/4 or 8/4-8/8 and SAVE an additional $25!
 
* Must be paid in fill to reserve your space. 20% processing fee for cancellations. There will be a mandatory parents' meeting prior to each session. Each session is open to the first (30) candidates.
 
Ongoing – Water Watchers Summer Camp at Wet ‘n Wild
Water Watchers Camp is available for Campers ages 7 - 10. This camp offers students an introduction to lifeguarding. Campers develop stroke techniques, learn basic first aid/CPR and team building.
  • The one-week camp program for 7 - 10 year olds begins at 8:00 am each day ( Monday through Friday) and concludes at 4:00 pm.
  • Lunch is provided each day.
  • Each Camper will receive Wet 'n Wild's Water Watchers T-shirt.
  • All course materials will be provided.
Available Camp Dates for 2008
 - June 9-13, 23-27
 - July 21-25
 - Aug. 4-8
 
Total Cost: $275.00* (tax included)
Return/Multiple Family Campers: $250.00* (tax included)
Book week of 8/4-8/8 and SAVE an additional $25!
 
* Must be paid in fill to reserve your space. 20% processing fee for cancellations. There will be a mandatory parents' meeting prior to each session. Each session is open to the first (30) candidates.
 
Ongoing – 11th Annual Girl Scout Days at Wet ‘n Wild
Girl Scot Day Activities Include:
 - Exclusive classes with our certified lifeguard
 - An opportunity to earn portions of the following:
  • Brownie Girl Scout Safety Sense Try-It and Sports & Games
  • Junior Girl Scout Water Fun Badge
  • Cadette & Senior Girl Scout Water Sports Interest Project.
Event dates:  May 3, May 10 and May 24, 2008. Fall Workshops (includes all levels): Sep. and Oct., 2008 (Dates to be announced)
 
Ongoing - Live Entertainment Nightly at B.B. King's Blues Club
Dance your Blues away every night at the new B.B. King's Blues Club located on the second level of Pointe Orlando.  The club features nightly entertainment by the B.B. King All Star Band, an 11-piece house band complete with a full horn section that plays a wide variety of R&B, Blues, Motown and Classic Rock.  The music is fun, upbeat and timeless.  Please visit pointeorlando.com to view the band schedule.  For additional information, please call 407-370-4550.
 
Ongoing - Belly Dancing Classes at Taverna Opa at Pointe Orlando
Every Tuesday, 6:30pm - 7:30pm - Have you ever wanted to learn how to belly dance, but you just weren't sure where to start?  Start now at Taverna Opa at Pointe Orlando.  Every Tuesday from 6:30pm - 7:30pm a belly dancing class is offered for $20 which includes a set menu for dinner for all participating belly dancers!  Guests will learn all the dance moves from our amazing belly dancers and enjoy dinner, served family-style, of a pre-set menu of authentic Greek cuisine.  For additional information please call Taverna Opa at 407-351-8660.
 
Ongoing - The Opa Connection at Taverna Opa at Pointe Orlando
Every Thursday, 5:30pm - The Opa Connection invites all singles out to network and meet new people while enjoying 2-for-1 drink specials every Thursday at 5:30pm.  Taverna Opa, located at Pointe Orlando, offers a laid back atmosphere perfect for after-work drinks and dinner.  For more information please call 407-351-8660.
 
Ongoing — Art Exhibition
Galleria Portofino at Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando, a Loews Hotel, 5601 Universal Blvd., Orlando, invites the public to view its exceptional collection of fine paintings, sculptures and jewelry, created by world-renowned artists. Time: Monday through Friday from 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m.-10 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Admission is free, and valet parking is complimentary. For more information, call (407) 503-1157.
 
Ongoing - Live, Free Entertainment at Adobe Gila's Five Nights a Week
Enjoy music from the area's top acts at Adobe Gila's on the second level of Pointe Orlando. Most Sunday nights feature auditions for new acts. Monday through Saturday nights feature the area's favorite local bands with the bands starting as early as 9:00pm on select nights. For additional information, call 407-903-1477 or visit www.adobegilas.com.
 
Ongoing - In Honor of the Men & Women Serving our Country in the Armed Forces…
Prime Outlets International - Be sure to show your Military I.D. at the Guest Services Center located in Mall 1, Aisle 3 to receive a coupon book loaded with over $500 in additional savings! One per valid Military I.D. Family members with proof of military status are also eligible.
 
Ongoing – AARP’s Terrific Tuesdays at SeaWorld
On select Tuesdays join us for educational symposiums to learn from SeaWorld experts and gain special behind-the-scenes insights about the park's daily operations.
 
Through 2008, AARP members are eligible for discounts on single-day admissions. When an AARP membership card is presented at the front gate, the discount offer is $8.00 on Tuesdays and $5.00 every other day of the week. (This offer not valid with any other offers or discounts. Offer valid for AARP members only.)
 
Ongoing - 50-Plus Shopper Club at Orlando Premium Outlets
Join us on Tuesdays for the 50+ Shopper Club. If you are at least 50 years of age you can take advantage of an added 10% savings on Tuesdays by simply presenting a photo identification with your proof of age to the cashier at participating stores. To view a list of some of our participating stores, visit orlandopremium.com. Stores in the 50 Plus Shopper Club continue to grow, so please stop by the Information Center to view our most current list.
 
Compiled from: Southwest Bulletin, Local.com, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld Orlando, Wet 'n Wild, Hard Rock Live, Orlando Premium Outlets, Pointe Orlando, Prime Outlets and Festival Bay Mall at International Drive websites.
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