POLK TOP 10

Acoustic Open Mic

Aug. 7, 6 – 9 pm at Gram Parsons Derry Down. Musicians of all ages are invited to this historic venue to perform up to three acoustic songs. No cost to attend, free to listen. On the first Monday of every month, hosted by Jay Hill. More info on FB @gramparsonsderrydown

Flying Tigers

The Lakeland Flying Tigers play at home 12 times in August at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium. They play the Dunedin Blue Jays and the Clearwater Threshers. Check the schedule online for tickets and promotional nights. Most games begin at 6:30 pm. milb.com/ lakeland

LABYRINTH (1986)

Aug. 10, 7 pm at the Ritz Theatre. Sixteen-year-old Sarah is given thirteen hours to solve a labyrinth and rescue her baby brother Toby when her wish for him to be taken away is granted by the Goblin King Jareth. $5 admission. Cocktails & snacks available for purchase. centralfloridatix.com

Backpacking 101

Aug. 16, 5:30 pm. This is a webinar on backpacking skills by the UF/ IFAS Extension Natural Resources and Conservation faculty, Shannon Carnevale. Participants will learn about the basic skills required to go backpacking in Florida’s backcountry. More info on FB @facebook.com/PolkExtension

Fine Art At The Magnolia

Aug. 19 from 10 am – 5 pm and Aug. 20 from 10 am – 4 pm at the Magnolia Building in Lakeland. This is an Invitational Fine Art Show & Scholarship featuring 19 fine artists and craftsmen. Browse the show in the comfort of the indoors. Meet and support the artists. thebohrergallery.com

Reynier Llanes

Featuring the work of Cuban-born Reynier Llanes, this exhibition showcases why Llanes is a fastrising art world star. Recent works by the artist, whose memories of Cuba intertwine with his mystical, audience-engaging visions of the present and future. Aug. 19, 2023Jan. 14, 2024. polkmuseumofart.org

Polk Emerging Leaders

Aug. 24, 6 pm at the Bartow Civic Center. The Polk Emerging Leaders Awards annually recognizes five young professionals from across Polk County making significant contributions to our community. Hosted by three young professional groups of the Winter Haven, Bartow, and Lakeland Chambers. winterhavenchamber.com

Stem In The Park

Aug. 26, 10 am – noon at Bonnet Springs Park in Lakeland, on the fourth Saturday of the month. Kids can explore topics in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Each month will feature a new and engaging activity fit for a wide range of learners. bonnetspringspark.com

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Moon And Beyond

Aug. 26, 4:30 – 5:30 pm at Bok Tower Gardens. Sharife Gacel, NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador, presents an interactive presentation about the Moon, gives updates on the Artemis missions, and what lies beyond. Night sky viewing through a telescope if weather permits. Registration required. boktowergardens.org