AUGUST 2023 ADD YOUR EVENT

Cane Toad Management For Neighborhoods

Aug 1, 2023, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Join UF/IFAS Extension Polk County Extension Faculty, Shannon Carnevale, to learn about cane toads in Polk County. At this webinar, participants will learn: how to identify cane toads and their native lookalikes; their impact; how to humanely euthanize. Register at PolkCountyExtension.Eventbrite.com

BUSY BEES SCIENCE EXPLORERS!

Aug 1, 2023, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Medulla Resource Center and Park

1049 Parker Road, Lakeland

Every Tuesday, each session will feature a hands-on science activity followed by a snack. Parents will participate in activities with their kids. Admission is free, but space is limited to 15 students. To attend, please RSVP by e-mail to Cherry Alston at cherryalston@ polk-county.net.

CAMEO WRITERS

Aug 1, 2023, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Winter Haven Public Library

325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven

Cameo Writers welcomes writers of varying ability, genre, and experience. Questions please contact Beverly Lerner at bevlerner@aol.com. CW meets on the first Tuesday of each month. 863-291-5880

KNIT & CROCHET NIGHT

Aug 1, 2023, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Union Taproom

245 West Central Avenue, Winter Haven

Every Tuesday, bring your nnit or crochet project and join your friends for Hoppy Hour at Union Taproom.

TRIVIA TUESDAYS

Aug 1, 2023, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Grove Roots Brewing Co, 302 3rd Street SW, Winter Haven

Play trivia every Tuesday with Triviosity! Free to play.

POKER NIGHT

Aug 1, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Barrel 239, 239 3rd Street SW, Winter Haven

Every Tuesday. Players receive 10% off drinks while at the table. Prizes are awarded to 1st and 2nd place winners for each session. This event is 21 & up.

CHAIR YOGA

Aug 2, 2023, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Bok Tower Gardens

1151 Tower Boulevard, Lake Wales

Now you can practice yoga from your chair. This class is appropriate for beginners, anyone with limited mobility, those recovering from injury, and anyone who has wanted to try yoga but felt intimidated. Registration required. 863-734-1222 boktowergardens.org

WINE DOWN WEDNESDAY

Aug 2, 2023, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Obscure Wine Company

276 West Central Avenue, Winter Haven

Unlimited wine tasting of a Sommelier selected producer every Wednesday for one price. Check out their Facebook or Instagram page for each week’s wine lineup.

WEDNESDAY OPEN MIC NIGHT

Aug 2, 2023, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Laugh Out Lounge

19 3rd Street NW, Winter Haven

Every Wednesday. Come see new and established comedians work on new material and hone their craft!

Doors open and sign-ups begin at 7pm. Show starts at 8pm. More info on FB @LaughOutLoungeWH.

ACCESS ART SPECIAL NEEDS

Aug 3, 2023, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Polk Museum Of Art

800 E Palmetto Street, Lakeland

This program invites individuals with special needs and varying exceptionalities. Participants will create and discuss art with specially trained educator and artist, Tinia Clark. Following the tour, the group creates an art activity inspired by the visit. Registration preferred but not required. For registration or questions, please text Tinia Clark at 863-224-8557 or register online. polkmuseumofart.org. Please included guardian or caretaker in total attendee number.

SOUND BATH WITH CRYSTAL SINGING BOWLS

Aug 3, 2023, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Bok Tower Gardens

1151 Tower Boulevard, Lake Wales

During the session, Himalayan & Crystal Singing Bowls, tuning forks, and other vibrational tools are used to de-stress, restore balance, and bring well-being to your body, mind & soul. Bring your mat or favorite blanket and pillow. Register online. boktowergardens.org

THE RESERVE BOOK CLUB

Aug 3, 2023, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Lakeland Public Library - Larry R. Jackson Branch, 1700 N Florida Avenue, Lakeland August book: “Black Cake” by Charmaine Wilkerson. Every month you’ll discuss a recent best-selling book. Registration is required. lakelandpl.libcal.com

COOKIES ‘N CONVOS

Aug 3, 2023, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Aerospace Center for Excellence

4075 James C. Ray Drive, Lakeland

Every month a new speaker talks briefly about what they do in aviation/aerospace and why they love it. The speaker leads a Q&A session so that young people and their parents can learn more about each career field. Content is geared for kids in grades 2-5, but all are welcome to attend! aceedu.org

TRIVIA NIGHT

Aug 3, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Barrel 239, 239 3rd Street SW, Winter Haven

Every Thursday, signups at 6:30pm, trivia begins at 7pm.

FILM: BACK TO THE FUTURE (1985)

Aug 3, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Historic Ritz Theatre

263 West Central Avenue, Winter Haven

After he accidentally drives a DeLorean time machine from 1985 to 1955, Marty McFly races the clock to ensure his future parents fall in love. Doors open at 6 PM. Show starts at 7 PM. Enjoy specialty drinks, cocktails, beer, wine, and light snacks for sale at before and during the movie in The Ritz Lounge on the first floor. centralfloridatix.com

THE LEGENDARY JON CORNEAL AND COMPADRES

Aug 4, 2023, 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Hillcrest Coffee

119 Hillcrest Street, Lakeland

Every Friday, hear the Polk County native, Jon Corneal perform live. No cover charge, but feel free to tip the musicians. Stream it live on Facebook @hillcrestcoffee.

LIVING WITH NATURE FEATURING HGTV HOST & AUTHOR, JOHN GIDDING

Aug 4, 2023, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

The Nectary

1047 East Main Street, Lakeland

Meet HGTV Host & Author, John Gidding. Join Little Bus Books and The Nectary for an evening with the architectural designer, TV host, & author John Gidding they celebrate his debut book “At Home with Nature.” There are two ticket choices, purchase online. livingwithnature.eventbrite.com

FIRST FRIDAY: BACK TO SCHOOL

Aug 4, 2023, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Munn Park, 210 East Main Street, Lakeland

First Friday is a family-friendly event held in the streets of Downtown Lakeland between Lemon St and Oak St along Kentucky and Tennessee Aves. Lakeland Moonwalk will have inflatables, ride & climb games, and competitive games. Bring the kids to celebrate the start of a brand-new school year! Downtown shops and restaurants will be open late. downtownlkld.com/news/ first-friday-back-to-school-august-4/

41ST ANNUAL PIG ROAST & POLITICAL MINGLE

Aug 4, 2023, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Lake Eva Event Center

799 Johns Ave, Haines City

Mix & Mingle with candidates for local, state and national offices, enjoy dinner, entertainment by Red Hot Rooster, and much more! Tickets: $55 per person. Tables of 8 & 10 available. Please contact the Northeast Polk Chamber for questions or additional information: 863-422-3751. Get tickets at centralfloridatix.com

IMPROV COMEDY SHOW

Aug 4, 2023, 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Rec Room

202 N Massachusetts Ave, Lakeland Lakeland’s Best Improv Comedy Show. Two show times 7:30 PM is the Family Friendly Show and 9:30 PM is the 21+ Show. It is $10 per show or $15 for both.

MIND, BODY, MOVEMENT: RUCKING WITH WILL POWER FITNESS

Aug 5, 2023, 7:00 AM

Bonnet Springs Park

400 Bonnet Springs Boulevard, Lakeland Rucking is simply walking a set distance with optional additional weight on your back. Willpower Fitness will be there to guide and motivate you on a 1.7 mile ruck march around the park. All skill levels welcome. Meet in front of the Welcome Center and be ready to take off at 7 AM. bonnetspringspark.com

BACK TO SCHOOL KICK-OFF AT THE WELCOME CENTER

Aug 5, 2023, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Visit Central Florida Welcome Center

101 Adventure Court, Davenport FREE backpacks will be given to the first 500 students (child must be present to receive backpack). Vendors will be on-site giving away additional school supplies & other kid-friendly items. Families have a chance to win Bok Tower Gardens & LEGOLAND Florida tickets. Free custom caricature drawings. More info on FB @VisitCentralFlorida.

MIND, BODY, MOVEMENT: SOCCER SHOTS

Aug 5, 2023, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Bonnet Springs Park

400 Bonnet Springs Boulevard, Lakeland Soccer Shots will lead activities for children ages 2 to 8 with different time slots for each age group. Parents and guardians will be encouraged to participate, as well.

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