Now called Silver Springs Nature Park.
The Glass-Bottom Boats were originally created in 1860. Lots of history is connected with the Springs. Early photograph of the swimming beach. Recent photo of the Glass Bottom Boats. The land is owned by the University of Florida (having been bequeathed by the Carmichael Estate) and leased back to the operator of the Springs on a long-term lease.
I worked at Silver Springs for 3 years in high school. Worked at the "Soda Shop" owned by Dizzy Thomas. The cokes then were 10, 15, and 20 cents for small, medium, and large. Times have really changed.
For much more history of the Springs, go to Silver Springs Website Silver Springs Website
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June 2009
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
The Price of Children
The Price of Children....wonderful show. You need PowerPoint or a PPS reader which we discussed earlier.
Check It Out at The_price_of_children
New iPhone
Last week, Apple and AT&T released Version 3 of the iPhone. They have sold over 1 million of the new phones.
In addition, they released version 3 of the SOFTWARE.
I still have a version 2 of the iPhone but when I downloaded the version 3 SOFTWARE to it, it gave me many more capabilities with my current phone.
The photograph looks like the phone is thick...but the real phone is quite slim.
More information on the iPhone at iPhone WebSite
Bing & Grand Canyon
Another example of the Bing.com search engine. A new beautiful photograph appears every day in the background. Bing Website
Click on Image to Enlarge. Check out the Grand Canyon at the National Geographic Website:
Monday, June 22, 2009
Pay It Forward - ABC 20/20
Interesting piece just on ABC about people who are helping others who are facing Foreclosure.
A local friend says his brotther-in-law, Darryl (featured on the video), paid for refurnishing an entire school in South Carolina.
Very inspiring.
Sunday, June 21, 2009
NOSTALGIA REIGNS AS RAY COOPER TAKES THE STAGE
Ray Copper brought his acclaimed one-man show to the Ocala Civic Theater and presented two outstanding performances today. What a talent! He sings, tap dances,
does impressions and stand-up comedy, and plays several instruments,
including trumpet, banjo, ukulele and drums. And the music! Beautiful
favorites such as “In the Good Old, Bad Old Days”; “Me and My Shadow”;
Durante’s “Young At Heart”; “What A Difference A Day Makes”; “That’s
Amore”; plus “Get Me To The Church On Time” and many more.
Every performance we go to at the Ocala Civic Theater is EXCELLENT. To view their website, go to Ocala Civic Theater
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Quote from John Wesley
“Do all the good you can,
By all the means you can,
In all the ways you can,
In all the places you can,
At all the times you can,
To all the people you can,
As long as ever you can.”
-John Wesley Lived 1703-1791
John Wesley, was the celebrated preacher and founder of the Methodist Church.
Historical Marion County Photographs
In an effort to preserve and share Marion County's history with the
public, the Clerk's Office (David Ellspermann, Clerk of the Court) have loaded a gallery of Historical Photographs online.
These photographs are proved by various contributors such as The
Henderson Collection and the Marion County Historic Society. Click to enlarge these photographs.
To view a bunch of these photographs, Click at
Ocala High School
The Class of 1961 entered Ocala High School in the fall of 1958....the school had Sophmore, Junior, and Senior Classes. The School's name was changed to Forest High School in the early 70's when Vanguard High School was opened and the enrollment redistributed. The OHS auditorium held 1050 people and we had assembly there every Friday morning with the entire school attending. When it changed to Forest High School, a Freshman Class was added.
This photograph was taken while we were in school at Ocala High School (which is now the site of MTI...Marion Technical Institute).
More Memories - Old Photographs
I receive lots of favorable comments on the Blog. Many are pleased to see some of the old photo's....the way things used to be. Here are a few.
Click here for a number of images in this set. Old Photographs
Friday, June 19, 2009
Farmers Market - North Magnolia
There is a Farmers Market on north Magnolia Avenue each Friday from 9 to 1. Free Admission. A number of vendors. Great produce. Suggest you have a look. I usually go there each Friday morning at 8 AM and pick up a few items....shelled peas, tomatoes, peaches, onions, squash, boiled peanuts, etc.
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Bruce Mozert - Photographer - Par Excellance
Bruce Mozert came to Ocala over 70 years ago as a young man. He came here on a freelance assignment to photograph Tarzan Finds a Son…which lead to a lifelong avocation and a new home in Ocala.
Bruce has been very successful and was an early pioneer of underwater photography…constructing his own camera housing. At the peak of his career, photographs appeared on an average of two magazine covers a month.
Bruce is still going strong with his own Mozert studio and does NOT believe in retirement.
“Why should I retire?” he asks. “I love what I do.”
I’ve known Bruce most of my life. He is an extremely energetic, ENTHUSIASTIC person…a joy to be around! Thanks Bruce for all you’ve done and continue to do.
Click Photo to Enlarge
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Day Trip to Orlando
In our continuing Day Trip program, we made a quick trip to Orlando where Mary-Ellen shopped, I visited a Photography Studio owned by a good friend, Chris Yates.
Then we ate at Bostons, visited Palmer Garden & Goods, and returned home.
Boston’s Fish House
New England Style Restaurant
One of our favorite 2 seafood restaurants.
Located in Orlando on east Aloma Avenue just a few blocks east of the #436 perimeter highway.
Click Photo's to enlarge. We starting going to Boston’s soon after they opened over 20 years ago and have continued eating there each time we go to Orlando. Sometimes we go to Orlando primarily to eat at Boston’s. Just don’t go around the 4th of July when they are closed for 10 days. To be sure, we call ahead if in doubt.
6860 Aloma Avenue, Winter Park, FL
407-678-2107.
Check their website at Boston's Website.
Palmer Garden & Goods - Orlando
Located just a few blocks from Leu Gardens, east of Bumby in NE Orlando.
One of Orlando's most unique and charming garden centers.
Owned and Operated by the 3rd generation of Palmers in Orlando. The original store, Palmer Feed Store, is still going strong, is at 912 W. Church Street.
Click photo to enlarge.
Website at: Palmer Garden and Goods
Monday, June 15, 2009
Space Photography & Hubble Telescope
This is a montage of planetary images taken by spacecraft managed by the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, CA. Included are (from top to bottom) images of Mercury, Venus, Earth (and Moon), Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune.
Actual diameters are given below: Sun 1,390,000 km Mercury 4,879 km Venus 12,104 km Earth 12,756 km Moon 3,475 km Mars 6,794 km Jupiter 142.984 km Saturn 120,536 km Uranus 51,118 km Neptune 49,528 km Pluto 2,390 km
http://www.nasaimages.org/
http://hubblesite.org/
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Ask the Geese!
Neato lesson.
I believe you can also download a different reader for PC's at
Free PPS Downloader for PC
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Google Earth - NEAT Application
Google Earth lets you fly anywhere on Earth to view satellite imagery, maps,
terrain, 3D buildings, from galaxies in outer space to the canyons of the ocean.
You can explore rich geographical content, save your toured places, and share with
others. Download the FREE version at Google Earth Site
You can FLY anywhere in the world. The attached "map" is of Ocala, FL
Be sure NOT to pick the $400 option (unless you have need for it).
Friday, June 12, 2009
Looking For My Car Keys! Funny!
Really funny! Takes 3 minutes.
David Elsperrmann - Outstanding Clerk of the Year
David R. Ellspermann was first elected as Clerk of the Circuit Court
for Marion County in 1996 officially taking office on January 6, 1997. He has done a great job in this office and we can be proud of the Clerk's office under David's leadership.
Earlier this week, he was selected the Outstanding Clerk of the Year for Florida by the Clerk's Association. A nice honor and tribute to the good job he continues to do. Congratulations, David!!
Thursday, June 11, 2009
National Geographic Images
Check this site. The images are beautiful.
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Ocala Civic Theater
The recent staging of the Wizard of Oz was a magnificent production. Ocala has LOTS of fine local talent who work to produce enjoyable offerings. Suggest you consider membership for new new season starting now. OCT website: Ocala Civic Theater
Located in the Appleton Cultural Center on East Silver Springs Boulevard (State Road 40) in Ocala, Florida, the Ocala Civic Theatre presents professional-quality, live productions at an affordable price. Ocala Civic Theatre produces more than twelve fully-staged productions each season, in addition to hosting touring companies.
The Theatre offers a year-round education program that reaches over 1000 students each year. Both skills classes and performance classes are offered to students ages 4-18.
This volunteer-based organization is one of the largest community theatres in the state and serves more than 50,000 Marion, Citrus and Lake County residents each season.
Mailing Address: 4337 East Silver Springs Blvd.
Ocala, Florida 34470
Box Office Hours:
Monday through Friday
10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Box Office: (352) 236-2274
Business Office: (352) 236-2851
Fax: (352) 236-0927
E-Mail: info@ocalacivictheatre.com
A Remarkable Journey – by Larry King
If you like Larry King (or even if you don’t), this is an interesting easy read. Available in all formats…book, audio, Kindle. I have enjoyed reading Larry’s memories.
Chronicling a lifetime of memorable moments, many good and some bad, My Remarkable Journey presents his compelling personal and public odyssey, one that easily lives up to its title. Like all of Larry's work, it's insightful and engaging, a reflection of his unique combination of a big heart, a fine mind, and an unquenchable desire to understand everything and everybody.
Sunday, June 07, 2009
BING - New Search Engine
Try this new search engine at: http://www.bing.com
Scene shown is from Thailand and we've been on this canal. Click on image to enlarge.
BING has been developed by Microsoft and appears to be quite good.
In addition the beautiful scenic background images change often and you can see previous scenes from an archive.
Hope you will like.
