January 2009 - Page 2

LAKELAND – Publix’s 1000th store will open on Thursday, Feb. 5, at 8 a.m., Shoppes at Murabella, St. John’s County, near Jacksonville in St. Augustine. This 54,000 square foot store location will

About the American Airlines Arena MIAMI – Since its opening on December 31, 1999, the 19,600-seat AmericanAirlines Arena has hosted such diverse musical superstars as U2, Madonna, Cher, Gloria Estefan, Andrea Bocelli,

Wild Monkeys are Florida Tradition CLEARWATER – Yes, it is true. There is a wild rhesus monkey lose in Clearwater, and authorities are trying to round him up. And he throws poop!

DEERFIELD BEACH – Hear ye! Hear ye! As the winter solstice wanes, brave squires and beautiful wenches draw their attention toward a yearly rite of spring filled with merriment, jousting and wizardry.

MIAMI BEACH – Nationally recognized fine art and antiques experts Gary Piattoni and David McCarron will offer free appraisals with paid admission to the Original Miami Beach Antique Show. Gary and David

MIAMI BEACH – The 2009 Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival and Southern Wine & Spirits of America are pleased to announce an unprecedented tribute to the wines and foods