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Poinciana High School’s ninth-grade orientation will be held on Tuesday, July 18 and Thursday, July 20 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon each day. PHOTO/SDOC

Poinciana High School’s ninth-grade orientation will be held on Tuesday, July 18 and Thursday, July 20 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon each day. PHOTO/SDOC

Poinciana News -- PHS freshman orientation July 18 or 20

Lisa Concepcion
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Yes, summer break has just begun, but here is a “Save the Date” for the fall. Poinciana High School’s ninth-grade orientation will be held on Tuesday, July 18 and Thursday, July 20 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon each day.
Among the many activities at the Hart Memorial Library in Kissimmee this summer, check out the Family Movie Series on Friday afternoons at 2 p.m.

Among the many activities at the Hart Memorial Library in Kissimmee this summer, check out the Family Movie Series on Friday afternoons at 2 p.m.

Kissimmee News -- Kissimmee holding CPR, lifeguard training sessions

David Chivers
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
The City of Kissimmee will be holding training classes this summer at the Bob Makinson Aquatic Center. A community CPR/ AED Class for ages 13 and over will be held on July 11 from 6:15-10 pm. Cost is $60.
Start your July 4th weekend with a mural tour of historic St. Cloud on Saturday at 9 a.m.

Start your July 4th weekend with a mural tour of historic St. Cloud on Saturday at 9 a.m.

St. Cloud News -- Next historic St. Cloud mural tour July 1

Lisa Goldmacher
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Start your July 4th weekend with a mural tour of historic St. Cloud on Saturday at 9 a.m. These tours are sponsored by the St. Cloud Woman’s Club Heritage Museum. The fee for the tour is $10 per person. The hourlong tour begins at the Heritage Museum, (1012 Massachusetts Ave.).
ASSOCIATION OF POINCIANA VILLAGES will hold its fireworks spectacular Saturday.

ASSOCIATION OF POINCIANA VILLAGES will hold its fireworks spectacular Saturday.

Poinciana News — 4th of July celebration comes early to APV

Lisa Concepcion
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
The Association of Poinciana Villages (APV) Fireworks Spectacular 2023 takes place this Saturday, June 24 at 6 p.m. at the Amphitheater of Vance Harmon Park, 625 Country Club Dr. The Amphitheater stage will be filled with professional performers who will entertain the crowd.
Saturday, the City of St. Cloud presents Balancing Mind-Body Workshop from 1-3 p.m. This workshop is free and is for ages 18 and up. Register online for this sound mind and sound body experience at www. webtrac.stcloudfl.gov.

Saturday, the City of St. Cloud presents Balancing Mind-Body Workshop from 1-3 p.m. This workshop is free and is for ages 18 and up. Register online for this sound mind and sound body experience at www. webtrac.stcloudfl.gov.

St. Cloud News — Hopkins Park is the place to be this week

Lisa Goldmacher
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
The City of St. Cloud is offering a free nutrition class — Eating the Rainbow — tonight (June 22) at 6:30 at Hopkins Park, 620 E. 17th St. Learn the health benefits of eating fruits and vegetables, learn the difference between fresh, frozen and canned and learn some delicious ways to prepare them.
An example of a garden consisting of Florida-Friendly plants — are Hawaiian Ti, Dwarf Schefflera, and Indian Hawthorn. PHOTO/SANDI SWITEK

An example of a garden consisting of Florida-Friendly plants — are Hawaiian Ti, Dwarf Schefflera, and Indian Hawthorn. PHOTO/SANDI SWITEK

Water conservation in the garden

Sandi Switek
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
Even if our drought conditions improve — this week’s rain have helped, we need to look at options for saving water in the landscape garden. It never hurts to be ready for the next dry spell, and the month of May normally is a hot and dry one.
Juneteenth is an annual commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States and a celebration of African-American culture, and will be celebrated Saturday at Lakefront Park starting at noon. FILE PHOTO

Juneteenth is an annual commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States and a celebration of African-American culture, and will be celebrated Saturday at Lakefront Park starting at noon. FILE PHOTO

Kissimmee News — Juneteenth Festival highlights weekend in Kissimmee

David Chivers
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Lakefront Park will be the site of Kissimmee’s annual Juneteenth Festival this Saturday from 12-4 p.m. Juneteenth is an annual commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States and a celebration of African-American culture, as was elevated to a federal holiday in 2021.
Big things are on top at Poinciana Lakes Plaza off Marigold Avenue. PHOTO/CLARK ELECTRIC

Big things are on top at Poinciana Lakes Plaza off Marigold Avenue. PHOTO/CLARK ELECTRIC

Poinciana News — Saturday is Food Truck and Game Night!

Lisa Concepcion
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Get ready for some deliciousness! The next Food Truck and Game Night will be this Saturday (June 17) from 5-9 p.m. at the Poinciana Community Center side field (445 Marigold Ave.). Enjoy family friendly games, a DJ and amazing food.
The St. Cloud Police Department is offering a Women’s Safety Awareness and Self-defense Workshop on Saturday, June 17. GRAPHIC/ST. CLOUD POLICE

The St. Cloud Police Department is offering a Women’s Safety Awareness and Self-defense Workshop on Saturday, June 17. GRAPHIC/ST. CLOUD POLICE

St. Cloud News — Sign up for the World Largest Swimming Lesson

Lisa Goldmacher
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Be a part of something big! The 14th annual World Largest Swimming Lesson takes place on Thursday, June 22 from 9 a.m. to noon at pools like the Chris Lyle Aquatic Center. The global event part of “Swimming Lessons Save Lives,” teaches important water competency and safety skills.
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