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SUMMARY:National Wine & Cheese Day-1/2 off ALL Wine Bottles!
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating National Wine & Cheese Day with 1/2 off ANY and ALL bottles of wine in The Tooting Otter! \nPair with awesome Boars Head Charcuterie and enjoy your evening here along the Wekiva River!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/national-wine-cheese-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190724T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190724T235959
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CREATED:20190622T005336Z
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UID:49084-1563926400-1564012799@wekivaisland.com
SUMMARY:Wekiva Island Tervis
DESCRIPTION:Are you part of The Wekiva Island Cup Club? Purchase one of our Wekiva Island Tervis and get your first fill up free! Make sure to bring it back every time you visit and you get 4 more ounces of beer each time!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/wekiva-island-tervis/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190723T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190723T235959
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CREATED:20190622T004822Z
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SUMMARY:Gator Tail Anyone?
DESCRIPTION:You can’t visit Without A Paddle Cafe without trying their fried Gator Tail. \nFresh Florida caught Gator Tail served with honey mustard! \nA Wekiva Island favorite!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/gator-tail-anyone/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190722T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190722T235959
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CREATED:20190622T010755Z
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SUMMARY:Wild and Scenic Designation
DESCRIPTION:The Wekiva River together with Wekiwa Springs Run\, Rock Springs Run and Black Water Creek were designated by the United States Congress as a National Wild and Scenic River in October 2000\, per Public Law 106-299 Wekiva Wild and Scenic River Act of 2000\, amendment to Public Law 90-542 Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of 1968. The Act requires that a comprehensive management plan and Environmental Assessment be developed to serve as the basis for protecting a designated river’s values and ensures the river will be protected in perpetuity for future generations to enjoy. The Wekiva Wild and Scenic River System Management Plan was developed by the Wekiva River System Advisory Management Committee (AMC) in collaboration with the National Park Service (NPS) to fulfill this enabling legislation requirement.
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/wild-and-scenic-designation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190721T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190721T113000
DTSTAMP:20250919T215348Z
CREATED:20190705T230426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T215348Z
UID:49103-1563697800-1563708600@wekivaisland.com
SUMMARY:Steak and Eggs
DESCRIPTION:What could be better than enjoying breakfast along the beautiful Wekiva River? \nEnjoy Steak and Eggs every Sunday morning from 8:30 until 11AM. NY Strip served with 2 eggs\, Loaded Home Fries and a English Muffin! All this for only $12!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/steak-and-eggs-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190721T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190721T235959
DTSTAMP:20210727T065242Z
CREATED:20190622T002103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210727T065242Z
UID:49080-1563667200-1563753599@wekivaisland.com
SUMMARY:Cool down with our Frozen Ritas
DESCRIPTION:Too hot for you? Sip an icy Frozen Rita and watch the Wekiva River!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/cool-down-with-our-frozen-ritas/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190720T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190720T220000
DTSTAMP:20210727T065240Z
CREATED:20190622T001741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210727T065240Z
UID:49078-1563645600-1563660000@wekivaisland.com
SUMMARY:Live Music By Musical Charis
DESCRIPTION:Musical Charis is back! Come out and listen to their great sounds and mash ups! \nA Wekiva Island favorite back by popular demand!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/live-music-by-musical-chairs/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190720T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190720T230000
DTSTAMP:20250806T202426Z
CREATED:20190622T010037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T202426Z
UID:49090-1563642000-1563663600@wekivaisland.com
SUMMARY:Swipe Light Saturday Night
DESCRIPTION:Southern Tier’s Swipe Light ale will have you ghosting your go-to beer in favor of a new flavor. \nWe like it so much\, we’re offering $12 buckets all night long!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/swipe-light-saturday-night-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190720T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190720T230000
DTSTAMP:20210727T065303Z
CREATED:20190622T010150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210727T065303Z
UID:49091-1563638400-1563663600@wekivaisland.com
SUMMARY:Chicken Wings!
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy 10 Traditional Buffalo Style Wings with celery and homemade Blue Cheese for only $10.95! \nFrom 4PM-11PM!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/chicken-wings-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190719T190000
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CREATED:20190622T001442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210727T065237Z
UID:49076-1563562800-1563577200@wekivaisland.com
SUMMARY:Live Music By Giddy Up Go
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URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/live-music-by-giddy-up-go-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190718T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190718T235959
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CREATED:20190622T001133Z
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UID:49074-1563408000-1563494399@wekivaisland.com
SUMMARY:TBT
DESCRIPTION:Nearly 11 years ago\, when the Weinaug Family purchased The Wekiva Marina\, the boat stalls and the other two buildings on the property were decaying and unkept….how far we have come!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/tbt/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190717T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190717T235959
DTSTAMP:20210727T065234Z
CREATED:20190622T000832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210727T065234Z
UID:49072-1563321600-1563407999@wekivaisland.com
SUMMARY:Celebrate National Hot Dog Day!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Hot Dog Day at Wekiva Island! \nBuy any one of Without A Paddles speciality all beef hot dogs and get any second hot dog for $1 ALL DAY LONG!!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/celebrate-national-hot-dog-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190716T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190716T235959
DTSTAMP:20210727T065234Z
CREATED:20190621T235747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210727T065234Z
UID:49071-1563235200-1563321599@wekivaisland.com
SUMMARY:The Anatomy Of A River
DESCRIPTION:THE UNITED STATES HAS MORE THAN  2.9 MILLION MILES OF RIVERS.\nThey range from small streams and wetlands to large waterways.  No two of these rivers are the same. Each river is unique to its landscape\, winding through low foothills and valleys\, rushing clear and cold from mountain forests\, or sweeping warm and muddy down desert canyons. \nANATOMY OF A RIVER\nNo matter how different our rivers are\, all rivers share some basic anatomy features. \nWhat parts make up a river?\nTRIBUTARIES\nA tributary is a river that feeds into another river\, rather than ending in a lake\, pond\, or ocean. \nIf a river is large\, there’s a good chance that much of its water comes from tributaries. How do geographers decide which river is the “main” river and which is the “tributary” when they’re naming rivers?  Usually the bigger river gets to be the “main” river\, but sometimes history or other factors come into play. \nUP AND DOWN\, RIGHT AND LEFT\nDownstream always points to the end of a river\, or its “mouth.” “Upstream” always points to the river’s source\, or “headwaters.” As you look downstream\, your right hand corresponds to “River Right.” Your left hand corresponds to “River Left.” As in\, “Hey\, river cleanup volunteers – here’s a nasty tire downstream on River Left! Let’s go get it!” \nHEADWATERS\nThe beginning of a river is called its headwaters. Even if a river becomes big and powerful\, its headwaters often don’t start out that way. Some headwaters are springs that come from under the ground. Others are marshy areas fed by mountain snow. A river’s headwaters can be huge\, with thousands of small streams that flow together\, or just a trickle from a lake or pond. What happens in the headwaters is very important to the health of the whole river\, because anything that happens upstream affects everything downstream. \nCHANNEL\nThe shape of a river channel depends on how much water has been flowing in it for how long\, over what kinds of soil or rock\, and through what vegetation. There are many different kinds of river channels – some are wide and constantly changing\, some crisscross like a braid\, and others stay in one main channel between steep banks. The bends in a river called “meanders” are caused by the water taking away soil on the outside of a river bend and laying it down the inside of a river bend over time.  Each kind of river channel has unique benefits to the environment. \nRIVERBANK\nThe land next to the river is called the riverbank\, and the streamside trees and other vegetation is sometimes called the “riparian zone.”  This is an important\, nutrient-rich area for wildlife\, replenished by the river when it floods. In the West\, these riverside areas provide habitat for more bird species than all other vegetation combined. These areas also provide valuable services like protection from erosion during floods\, and filtering polluted run-off from cities and farms. \nFLOODPLAINS\nFloodplains are low\, flat areas next to rivers\, lakes and coastal waters that periodically flood when the water is high. The animals and plants that live in a floodplain often need floods to survive and reproduce. Healthy floodplains benefit communities by absorbing floodwaters that would otherwise rush downstream\, threatening people and property. It has been estimated that restoring the 100-year flood zone of the five-state Upper Mississippi River Basin could store 39 million acre-feet of floodwaters — the same volume that caused the Great Flood of 1993 — and save over $16 billion in flood damage costs. \nMOUTH/DELTA\nThe end of a river is its mouth\, or delta. At a river’s delta\, the land flattens out and the water loses speed\, spreading into a fan shape. Usually this happens when the river meets an ocean\, lake\, or wetland. As the river slows and spreads out\, it can no longer transport all of the sand and sediment it has picked up along its journey from the headwaters. Because these materials and nutrients help build fertile farmland\, deltas have been called “cradles” of human civilization. Deltas are “cradles” for other animals as well\, providing breeding and nesting grounds for hundreds of species of fish and birds. \nWETLANDS\nWetlands are lands that are soaked with water from nearby lakes\, rivers\, oceans\, or underground springs. Some wetlands stay soggy all year\, while others dry out. Although wetlands are best known for providing habitat to a wide variety of plants and animals\, they also help protect our communities by acting as natural sponges\, storing and slowly releasing floodwaters. A single acre of wetland\, saturated to a depth of one foot\, will retain 330\,000 gallons of water – enough to flood thirteen average-sized homes thigh-deep.  Wetlands also help provide clean water by naturally filtering out pollution. \nFLOW\n“Flow” refers to the water running in a river or stream. There are two important aspects to a river’s natural flow. First\, there is the amount of water that flows in the river. Some rivers get enough water from their headwaters\, tributaries\, and rain to flow all year round. Others go from cold\, raging rivers to small\, warm streams as the snowpack runs out\, or even stop flowing completely. A river’s natural ups and downs are called “pulses.” Like a human being’s pulse\, a river’s natural flow of water is life support for animals\, plants\, and fish\, delivering what they need to survive at the right times. When we divert water away from a river\, we change the river’s natural flow. \nThe second component of natural flow is how water moves through a river’s channel. In a natural\, wild river\, the water runs freely. But in more developed or degraded rivers\, dams and other structures can slow or stop a river’s flow.  When a river’s flow is blocked\, migratory fish like salmon can suffer\, unable to move up or downstream.Th
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/the-anatomy-of-a-river/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190715T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190715T235959
DTSTAMP:20210727T065222Z
CREATED:20190621T235209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210727T065222Z
UID:49069-1563148800-1563235199@wekivaisland.com
SUMMARY:Lunch Is Served
DESCRIPTION:Have you tried the Philly Cheese Steak from Without A Paddle Cafe lately? \nTry the Chicken Philly for something even yummier!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/lunch-is-served/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190714T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190714T110000
DTSTAMP:20250919T215315Z
CREATED:20190705T230252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T215315Z
UID:49102-1563093000-1563102000@wekivaisland.com
SUMMARY:Steak and Eggs
DESCRIPTION:What could be better than enjoying breakfast along the beautiful Wekiva River? \nEnjoy Steak and Eggs every Sunday morning from 8:30 until 11AM. NY Strip served with 2 eggs\, Loaded Home Fries and a English Muffin! All this for only $12!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/steak-and-eggs-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190714T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190714T235900
DTSTAMP:20250806T161441Z
CREATED:20190621T234333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T161441Z
UID:49068-1563062400-1563148740@wekivaisland.com
SUMMARY:You Otter Know
DESCRIPTION:River otters have long\, stiff and highly sensitive facial whiskers that aid in locating and capturing prey. The otters typically capture prey in their mouths but occasionally use their thumbs and forepaws to grasp and manipulate prey. \nLike other carnivores\, their teeth are well adapted for grinding and crushing.
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/you-otter-know-9/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190713T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190713T220000
DTSTAMP:20210727T065221Z
CREATED:20190621T234055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210727T065221Z
UID:49067-1563040800-1563055200@wekivaisland.com
SUMMARY:Live Music By Davey Schweizer
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the sounds of Davey Schweiaer in The Tooting Otter!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/live-music-by-davey-schweizer-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190713T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190713T230000
DTSTAMP:20250806T202348Z
CREATED:20190621T233548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T202348Z
UID:49066-1563037200-1563058800@wekivaisland.com
SUMMARY:Swipe Light Saturday Night
DESCRIPTION:Southern Tier’s Swipe Light ale will have you ghosting your go-to beer in favor of a new flavor. \nWe like it so much\, we’re offering $12 buckets all night long!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/swipe-light-saturday-night-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190713T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190713T230000
DTSTAMP:20210727T065220Z
CREATED:20190621T233318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210727T065220Z
UID:49065-1563033600-1563058800@wekivaisland.com
SUMMARY:Chicken Wings
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy 10 Traditional Buffalo Style Wings with celery and homemade Blue Cheese for only $10.95! \nFrom 4PM-11PM!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/chicken-wings-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190712T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190712T230000
DTSTAMP:20210727T065220Z
CREATED:20190621T231808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210727T065220Z
UID:49064-1562958000-1562972400@wekivaisland.com
SUMMARY:Live Music with Eugene Snowden & Friends
DESCRIPTION:Eugene Snowden is a 20-plus year Orlando music veteran and Powerhouse Soul singer well known for leading the soul/funk band “The Legendary JC’s” and is a staple in the live music scene. In 2017 Eugene was named one of “Fourteen people who make Orlando a better place”!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/live-music-with-eugene-snowden-friends/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190711T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190711T235959
DTSTAMP:20210727T065220Z
CREATED:20190621T231322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210727T065220Z
UID:49063-1562803200-1562889599@wekivaisland.com
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:The Advantages of Solar Power Can Bring Peace of Mind for Years to Come\nSolar energy technology has been around for decades. Solar offers a free\, reliable source  of power to run a wide range of devices\, from radios and wristwatches to powering your home. However\, many of us remain unclear about the advantages of solar power over other\, nonrenewable energy sources. \nSunrun is here to help you understand how solar can help you save on home energy costs. With Sunrun\, you can choose to only pay for the solar power\, not the solar panels\, or you can also buy out your system. As you weigh decisions about how to power your home\, consider five of the major advantages of solar power. \n5 Key Advantages to Solar Power:\n1. It saves on electric bills\nIf you’re facing rising electrical costs\, solar-powered electricity can offer you a cost-saving alternative. It also eliminates your dependence on your local utility company. Are you wondering if these panels work on cloudy days? No worries; the sun still emits energy through clear and cloudy skies. Solar power offers year-round efficiency and savings\, even in colder climates. Depending on the size of the system\, its efficiency and the how your home faces the sun\, some solar panels actually generate more electricity than your home consumes. This could decrease your monthly electric bill to zero. You can actually qualify for a rebate if your solar power system produces excess electricity. This depends on the area you live in\, so check with your area’s solar power guidelines. \n2. It qualifies for tax breaks\nSolar energy panels are become increasingly more affordable for homeowners through federal\, state and local tax breaks. In 2016\, homeowners were allowed to claim 30 percent of the cost of installing a new solar system in their home as a tax credit when they purchased a solar system. Taking these tax incentives into account\, it’s possible to recover all of your installation and equipment costs within five to 10 years\, according to National Geographic. \n3. Cost of going solar has dropped\nThe cost of solar power has dropped dramatically in recent years. Many homeowners who are planning to sell in a few years\, could make a smart investment by retrofitting with solar panels today. Panels require almost no maintenance\, since there are no moving parts to break down. Plus\, newly designed solar panels have slimmer profiles and sleek trims that blend much more seamlessly with traditional roofs. \n4. It benefits the environment\nGlobal climate change is a growing concern. Solar power reduces reliance on fossil fuels such as oil\, coal and natural gas. When fossil fuels are used to create electricity\, they produce harmful gas emissions that affect the safety of air\, water and soil. In contrast\, solar energy produces no pollution. The sun’s power offers an unlimited source of energy that does not strip the landscape or harm the ozone layer. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recommends switching to renewable energy sources – since these systems emit lower carbon emissions. Solar energy systems represent an investment in the future of the planet\, conserving non-sustainable energy sources and protecting the environment for the next generation. \n5. It increases fuel independence\nDomestic oil reserves continue to decline\, so alternative energy sources are becoming more important than ever. Solar power reduces the nation’s critical reliance on foreign oil\, which is subject to dramatic cost fluctuations\, and diminishes the risk of power shortages caused by disruptions in overseas oil supplies. Because solar power offers clear benefits over conventional power sources\, more and more homeowners are making the switch to this clean\, safe and affordable energy source every year.
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/22488/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190710T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190710T200000
DTSTAMP:20210727T065158Z
CREATED:20190617T230533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210727T065158Z
UID:49046-1562781600-1562788800@wekivaisland.com
SUMMARY:The Wekiva Brew Review ~ Featuring New Belgium Brewing
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, July10th 6PM-8PM \nEnjoy samples of six different beers and a full pour of your favorite brew! \nBrewery representatives will be here answering questions and talking about the beers and the brewery. \nFeatured Beers Will Be: \n\nFat Tire\nFat Tire White\nPassion Fruit Kolsch\nCitradellic-Tangerine IPA\nJuicy Haze-New England Style IPA\nLe Terroir – Dry Hopped American Sour Ale\n\n  \nBrewery swag will be handed out! \nA delicious meal by Without A Paddle Cafe provided will be included. \nReservations Required! $25 per guest!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/the-wekiva-brew-review-featuring-new-belgium-brewing/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190709T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190709T235959
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SUMMARY:Water Efficiency and Conservation
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nACCOMPLISHING MORE WITH LESS\nWater efficiency accomplishes more with less by using the best available technology and using water in smarter and more innovative ways. Water efficiency is different from water conservation which\, while also important\, is generally more focused on changing behavior and habits like turning off the tap while brushing your teeth. \nWater efficiency isn’t about asking citizens to shower once a week or plant a cactus in the front yard. Water efficiency is about flushing high-efficiency toilets and growing your trees and flowers with rainwater or gray water instead of high quality drinking water. It is about sustaining a high quality of life. It is about using innovative and smart technology to use less water to accomplish the same work. \nWater efficiency is simply the most cost-effective and immediate way to ensure safe\, clean and available water for our families\, neighbors and businesses. \nSAVE WATER\, SAVE ENERGY\nIt is important to note that saving water in turn conserves energy. The treating\, transporting\, and heating of water all take some form of either electricity or gas power\, and those costs translate to rising rates on utility bills. According to the Alliance for Water Efficiency\, heating the water in your home uses approximately 15 percent of household energy\, and a third of the water we use is hot\, so re-thinking the way we use (and waste) our water could account for significant savings on more than just water bills. \nCOMMUNITIES AND WATER EFFICIENCY\nIncreasingly\, water-efficiency practices are being adopted by communities and businesses as they recognize that improvements in infrastructure can account for big economic savings. Here are four examples of water-efficient cities: \nBOSTON\, MASSACHUSETTS\nStarting in the 1980’s\, Boston successfully secured its needed water supply by reducing consumption from the 1980 peak of 125.5 billion gallons to 70.9 billion gallons in 2009\, a 43% reduction. \nThe city spent $40 million dollars\, but avoided $500 million dollars in costs by choosing to reduce their demand instead of increasing supplies. This was done using simple techniques such as repairing leaks\, requiring low-flow toilets in new construction\, and retrofitting homes with efficient plumbing fixtures. \nTUCSON\, ARIZONA\nThe city of Tucson has dramatically reduced residential water usage during the past 18 years; from a high of 121 gallons per capita per day in 1996\, to only 86 in 2014.  This is a reduction of 35 GPCD\, or 28.9%\, over 18 years. \nThe city of Tucson has been proactive in encouraging water conservation by offering a wide range of rebates and incentive programs to residential and commercial customers. Their mascot and spokesduck\, Pete the Beak\, has been encouraging children and adults to save water for decades. \nDENVER\, COLORADO\nDenver’s water use in 2014 was equal to that of 1973\, when there were 350\,000 fewer people. Denver residents use 82 GPCD for all indoor and outdoor purposes\, utility data show\, down from 104 GPCD in 2001. This was achieved through measures such as replacing thousands of toilets in Denver Public Schools\, the ceaseless “Use Only What You Need” campaign\, rebates on water- saving appliances\, tiered water rates\, and summer watering restrictions. In 2015\, Denver Water leaders set a new target for 1.3 million customers: 30 gallons a day for indoor use. \nSANTA BARBARA\, CALIFORNIA\nIn the wake of the California drought\, the City of Santa Barbara has reduced their water consumption by 35.3% since 2013\, far surpassing the conservation standard of 12% set by the State Water Resource Control Board. \nTheir approach has included multiple water rate increases\, public outreach and education campaigns\, increased leak detection\, residential check-ups\, and rebates for water-efficient plumbing. Additionally\, they recently hosted a Water Conservation Summit\, are actively celebrating ‘Water Heroes’ in the community\, and even provide a webpage for anonymous water waste reporting. \nWATER EFFICIENCY IN THE SOUTHEAST: A “HIDDEN RESERVOIR”\nThe Southeast United States faces unprecedented challenges to its water supply. Growing populations and the impacts of climate change are putting new strains on communities and their rivers. Our local leaders are facing the pressing question of how to ensure a clean\, reliable water supply for current and future generations. \nTraditionally\, building more dams and reservoirs was the first and only answer to water supply problems. But these 19th century approaches should not be the primary solutions for our new 21st century challenges. They don’t address the root problem — water is finite and we are not using the water we do have wisely. \nRelying solely on building large new dams is not cost-effective and it won’t solve today’s water needs. Per gallon\, dams cost up to 8500 times more than water efficiency investments. Dams are fixed in one place and hold a limited amount of water. Even when we do get sufficient rains to fill reservoirs\, these giant pools can lose tremendous amounts of water through evaporation. \nFor these reasons\, building new dams should be the absolute last alternative for solving our water supply needs. “Hidden Reservoir\,” a report by American Rivers\, makes the case that water efficiency is our best source of affordable water and must be the backbone of water supply planning. By implementing the nine water efficiency policies outlined in this report\, communities across the Southeast can secure cost-effective and timely water supply. Read the report \nSOLUTIONS\nAmerican Rivers advocates at the national\, state and local levels for water efficiency and low impact supply solutions that provide cheaper\, faster\, and more reliable water than costly and harmful new dams and other short-sighted water storage projects. And we work to protect the water flowing in rivers\, so that it can continue to nourish our communities for years to come. \nHOW YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT HOME\nFix leaks inside and outside of your house. A one-drop-per-second leak can add up to as much as 2\,700 gallons of water wasted in a year. \nUse rain or gray water to grow the plants in your yard\, rather than using high-quality potable water. \nReplace old equipment like toilets\, faucets\, dishwashers and washing machines with high-efficiency\, Energy Star and WaterSense-labeled appliances. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) lists rebate programs by state available to help defray the cost of new appliances\, and you can discover your potential savings here. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/water-efficiency-and-conservation/
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SUMMARY:Alligators are important!
DESCRIPTION:Alligators play an important role in the Ecology of Floridas wetlands by creating \nGator holes that support fish and wildlife during times of drought.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190707T083000
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SUMMARY:Steak and Eggs
DESCRIPTION:What could be better than enjoying breakfast along the beautiful Wekiva River? \nEnjoy Steak and Eggs every Sunday morning from 8:30 until 11AM. NY Strip served with 2 eggs\, Loaded Home Fries and a English Muffin! All this for only $12!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/steak-and-eggs/
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SUMMARY:Trash To Soil...How Long Before It's Gone?
DESCRIPTION:How long does it take frequently littered items to break down? \nIt takes: \nStyrofoam Cups-50 Years \nCigarette Butts-10 Years \nAluminum Can-200 Years \nDiapers-450 Years \nPlastic Bags-450 Years \nPlastic Bottles-450 Years \n  \nRoad trash will eventually find its way to our rivers\, waterways and oceans. Make it a point to use trash receptacles and always recycle!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/trash-to-soil-how-long-before-its-gone/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190706T180000
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SUMMARY:Live Music By Rick Navarro
DESCRIPTION: Rick Navarro is a  songwriter\, performer and music lover. For about a decade\, Rick toured internationally\, playing the bass with different rock bands; mainly the Pat Travers Band. He was fortunate enough to play with Rick Derringer\, Steven Tyler\, Richie Sambora and Eddie Money\, to name a few\, and wouldn’t trade that experience for the world. Now\, he works in Orlando and keeps himself busy with the study of music as well as the performance side.
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/live-music-by-rick-navarro/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190706T170000
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SUMMARY:Swipe Light Saturday Night
DESCRIPTION:Southern Tier’s Swipe Light Ale will have you ghosting your go-to beer in favor of a new flavor. \nWe like it so much\, we’re offering $12 buckets all night long!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/swipe-light-saturday-night-9/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190706T160000
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SUMMARY:Chicken Wing Special!
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy 10 Traditional Buffalo Style Wings with celery and homemade Blue Cheese for only $10.95! \nFrom 4PM-11PM!
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/chicken-wing-special-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190705T190000
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SUMMARY:Live Music By John David Williams
DESCRIPTION:About John\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJohn David Williams (b. 1991 in DeLand\, Florida) is a singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist\, active in the Orlando area since 2009\, when he briefly joined the Evan Taylor Jones Band as a drummer. A fan of a wide variety of musical styles spanning several decades\, his influences are almost too many to name\, although he is particularly fond of the music of 1960’s bands such as The Beach Boys\, The Byrds\, The Beatles\, and Jefferson Airplane. In addition to his solo endeavors\, he frequently collaborates with Orlando musicians such as Caiti Patton\, RKind\, and Steve Garron and Joe Panton of Precious. His debut album\, “No Need to Hurry”\, was released on October 26th\, 2013.\nThe album\, on which John plays all instruments (drums\, keyboards\, bass\, electric & acoustic guitars\, harmonica\, and percussion)\, was recorded at Phat Planet Studios in Orlando between 2010 and 2013. It is available on iTunes\, and for streaming on soundcloud and reverbnation. John also contributed acoustic guitar and backing vocals to two songs on Alison Sherberg’s debut EP\, “Same Life\, Different Songs”\, released in January 2015.\nHis latest release\, a 6-song EP called “Beautiful Distraction\,” was released digitally on April 22\, 2016.
URL:https://wekivaisland.com/event/live-music-by-cat-ridgeway-3/
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