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December

LKLD

Letter From the Editor

Congratulations to the Class of 2020 Polk State Grads! They have worked so hard to get to this point, and we wish them much success in the future. They will be celebrating with a virtual ceremony this year, which is not what they imagined when they were freshmen, I’m sure. Grads, have fun and enjoy the accolades because you’ve earned it! Job well done; you make Polk County proud, we are better because of you. For as long as I can remember, I have been baking. At this time of year, I bake even more. This month’s issue is all about baking with recipes and pro-tips from local bakers included! Every year at this time, I love to make 6 or 7 types of cookies and create gift boxes to give out. When I lived in Michigan, I had so many requests for them that I started to sell them. That grew, and before I knew it, I was baking for bar mitzvahs, businesses and I even made a wedding cake (once, never again). In this issue, I share my family’s favorite carrot cake recipe that I’ve been baking for 20 years. But I’m just an amateur. We needed to talk with the experts about baking. We reached out to local bakers and asked for their “Pro-Tips” and a favorite recipe to share with you. This month’s issue is packed with recipes you can make now and serve at the holidays or all year round. Thank you to every baker that took the time to share the love with us!

Find Events and Support Our Thriving Arts Scene! Have you been looking for a place to discover all of our city’s exciting arts events? The Mayor’s Council on the Arts makes it easy to find activities going on in Lakeland that interest you. At LkldArts.org, you can find, engage in, and support all kinds of arts! Here’s how you do that…

Have fun baking, and remember to tag your IG or FB posts with #lkldhaven. You just might find your post printed in the January issue. Visit us at havenmagazines.com to read past stories and see what our Haven magazine is up to in east Polk.

1 Find the arts that speak to you 2 Engage by attending events 3 Become a voice for The Arts

Have a very happy 2021 from all of us at Haven! Amy Sexson Partner/Editor Haven/LKLD Magazines amy@destroyermedia.com

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CONTENTS

BAKING IS LOVE............................................................14 POLK STATE CLASS OF 2020 ��30 BREWS + BAKING.........................................................42 CHECK ME OUT ;).......................................................44

5.......................................................FROM THE EDITOR 8..................................................................LOCAL NEWS 10............................................................... TOP 10 TO DO 40 .................................................................... COCKTAIL 46.....................................................................CALENDAR 53..........................................SOLD HOMES LISTINGS 61.................................................................#LKLDHAVEN

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SCOTT FRANKLIN, OTHER REPUBLICANS DOMINATE IN LOCAL ELECTIONS

POLK REMAINS RED, BUT LAKELAND EDGED TOWARD PURPLE

CHAMBER PLANS BUSINESS RESOURCE COMPLEX NEAR RP FUNDING CENTER

CANDLELIGHT VIGIL ON LAKE MORTON PAYS RESPECT TO VICTIMS

NEW MONUMENT HONORS VETERANS OF DESERT STORM

Scott Franklin will be moving from an office at Lakeland City Hall to one in the U.S. Capitol after he handily defeated Democrat Alan Cohn for a seat in Congress in the November general election. He had already vanquished Republican incumbent Ross Spano in the primary, entering the race because he felt he was better suited to ensure the district remained red. Republicans dominated in Polk local elections, as voters returned Bill Braswell to the County Commission and Colleen Burton, Josie Tomkow, and Melony Bell to the Florida House of Representatives.

While Polk County remains solidly red in politics, some people like to say that Lakeland tends towards purple — a nearly even mix between red and blue. That was nearly true in the presidential election. Lakeland voters favored Donald Trump, but by a lower margin than in 2016. That year, Trump won 54.9% of votes cast in Lakeland precincts; this year, it was 51.9%. Unlike 2016, when Lakeland voters favored Trump by the same percentage as countywide Polk voters, this year Lakeland’s margin was 4.6 percentage points lower than the county’s 56.5% tally. Two precincts near downtown that favored Trump four years ago flipped to Joe Biden this time.

The pink Park Trammell Building perched above Lake Morton projects heritage. But the 1926 structure proved inhospitable to modern technology, so the Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce has been looking to vacate it for a new home. Their grand idea is to create a Business Resource Center to house up to a dozen other business-serving organizations. They found a spot to build it on city-owned property just north of the Hyatt Place Hotel next to the RP Funding Center. Now that the city has agreed to sell the land and defray some development expenses, the next task is to secure more funding. Completion is expected in 2022 or 2023.

Shock waves rippled through the sedate South Lake Morton neighborhood when police tape cordoned off a block containing some of the lakefront’s largest houses. Shock turned to dismay and grief when it was revealed that an intruder bent on robbery ended the lives of two residents as they were preparing for breakfast. Edie Yates Henderson, 67, built a successful CPA firm with her late first husband and served a dozen years on the Lakeland City Commission. David Henderson, her 63-year-old husband of eight years, was a lawyer turned commercial real estate developer. Friends held a candlelight vigil along the lake to mourn their passing.

Military veterans serving during Operations Desert Storm and Desert Shield in 1990 and 1991 are honored by a new monument at Lakeland’s Veterans Park. The cube-shaped stone marker was dedicated during the Polk County Veterans Council annual commemoration held the Saturday before Veterans Day. The event was co-sponsored by the Rotary Clubs of Lakeland. The ceremony also honored World War II veterans, a veteran of the year, a veteran supporter of the year and Florida Southern College’s cadet of the year. The U.S. led a 35-nation coalition in the Gulf War conflicts 30 years ago in repelling Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait.

FACEBOOK GROUP PROVIDES INFO ON BUSINESSES REQUIRING MASKS

BUSINESSES SUFFER AS CORONAVIRUS KEEPS CANADIANS HOME

HAND-PAINTED STREET BANNERS HANG DOWNTOWN

LAKELAND RESIDENTS OPEN INDIAN BUFFET, HOT CHICKEN RESTAURANT

LAKELAND’S LAST DAIRY FARM APPROVED FOR 170-HOME DEVELOPMENT

A crowd-sourced Facebook group has become the go-to source for more than 1,900 Lakelanders who want to know which local businesses still follow strict coronavirus protocols. The group, Lakeland Business — Operation Face Mask, launched before the city of Lakeland put a mask mandate in effect for three months, and the group’s manager has been busy with updates ever since the mask requirement ended in October. The project took on extra urgency then because residents started wondering which businesses would still require masks and other precautions.

Coronavirus precautions prohibiting Canadians from crossing the border for non-essential purposes have affected local businesses that rely on the annual winter influx of northern retirees. The city of Lakeland’s RP Funding Center had to forego an estimated $73,000 in revenue when the annual Snowbird Extravaganza was cancelled. While Canadians can still fly into the U.S., the vast majority of Lakeland’s annual Snowbird influx arrives by car. Also declining: sales of bumper stickers saying, “We don’t care how you did it up North.”

People walking and driving in downtown Lakeland started seeing hand-painted banners hanging from light poles last month. This new-to-Lakeland form of public art was created by members of the Lakeland and Bartow Art Guilds. Those organizations were beneficiaries of an auction of the signs at an Art and Wine Walk sponsored by the Lakeland Downtown Development Authority, keeper of the pole signs. “We really want folks to remember that the arts are a big part of the economy,” said Julie Townsend, chief downtown booster.

New locally owned restaurants generating buzz include a small Indian buffet on the east side of Lakeland and a soon-to-open quick-service spot bringing the Nashville hot chicken trend to South Florida Avenue. Kamini Kumar was known for her catering before she opened My Indi Kitchen in a Winn Dixie-anchored shopping plaza on Lakeland Highlands Boulevard. Meanwhile, Jeremy Brumley is drawing on experience as a chain restaurant exec to prepare LoveBird: Almost Famous Chicken the converted gas station that most recently housed the Beacon Road Starbucks. He anticipates opening this month.

Mike Carey says it’s been tough making a living operating Lakeland’s last dairy farm, so he’s been trying to sell his property off Walker Road in west Lakeland. A developer agreed to buy H.C. Dairy Farm and place 170 homes there, but the project faced opposition from neighbors who feared development would compound the area’s flooding problems. County commissioners favored the developers, approving the project 3-1. The neighbors say they are looking into appealing the county decision in court.

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Downtown Winter Haven for the Holidays thru January 6th

Winter Haven

We have add ddeed thousands of lights to create a magical Winter Haven wonderland. Extended shopp ppiing hours, a window display contest, dinn nneer & drink specials all for you! Main Street Winter Haven 863.295.9422 mainstreetwh.com 9

LAKELAND TOP 10 HOLIDAYS AT LEGOLAND Celebrate the holidays the LEGOLAND way! This time of year features a combination of seasonal shows and treats, special LEGO characters, twinkling lights, fireworks on select nights and more during Holidays at LEGOLAND and Kids’ New Year’s Party! View schedule and purchase tickets in advance at legoland.com/florida/

10TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF WREATHS

WHAT’S THE STORY?

This year, the Festival of Wreaths is virtual! This online-only auction showcases wreaths made by local businesses and is sponsored by the Polk History Center. The last day to bid is Dec. 16th, winning bids announced on the 17th. Visit polkhistorycenter.org anytime to place your bid on your favorites.

What’s the Story?: Art in Search of a Narrative places you, the viewer, at the center of its storytelling experience. Every work in the exhibition cries out for a narrative. Go online and write YOUR narrative under the work of art so others can see. polkmuseumofart. org/wts-narrative

FLYING FESTIVAL & CAR SHOW

HOLIDAY JAZZ CONCERT

SUN ‘n FUN is hosting a Holiday Flying Festival and Car Show on December 4th and 5th. The two-day fly-in/drive-in event will include numerous aircraft displays, a large airplane and car show, plus food vendors, live music, and many other activities, held on the SUN ‘n FUN Expo Campus at the Lakeland Linder International Airport. More info at flysnf.org.

Dec. 5, 6-9pm at Bok Tower Gardens. Ring in the holidays with the 10-member Silver Bells Big Band and Geert D’hollander. $20 for members, $25 for nonmembers, purchase online or at Visitor Center in advance. Beer, wine, and light snacks will be available for purchase. Limited tickets available. 863-734-1222.

SANTACON Dec. 12, 5-7pm pick up a tour map at Swan Brewing. That night visit participating bars, purchase a drink and they will sign your map. At the end of the night, turn in your completed map to be entered into a raffle. Winner will receive prizes & swag from every participating bar! More info at lkldsantacon.comstev

BLUE CHRISTMAS ELVIS TRIBUTE

SNOWFEST

Dec. 3 & 4 at 8pm at the Historic Ritz Theatre. Dwight Icenhower is a Five-Time World Champion Elvis Presley Tribute Artist and considered to be one of the best in the world today. He has mastered the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s eras of Elvis’ career and has won a myriad of national Elvis awards. Purchase tickets in advance, online at centralfloridatix.com.

Dec. 4, 6-9pm. Features a stroll through the snow along with other holiday delights in the area of the amphitheater on the east side of Lake Mirror. Visitors will enter the Snowfest with the suggested price of admission – one canned food item per person entering. All collected non-perishable food items will be donated. More info at lakelandgov.net

HOLLY JOLLY JINGLE BELL JOG 5K

HAPPY NEW YEAR

This year, you can join in person on Dec. 12th at the Cleveland Heights Golf Course OR you can jog virtually to support the Perpetual Care Fund for the 3 Parks Trail. The Jingle Bell Jog is a fun, festive event including a chipped 5k and virtual 5k options. Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome, staggered start times. Register in advance www.JBJog.com

“May your troubles be less, and your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your door.” Have a very happy and healthy new year from all of us at Haven & LKLD magazines! We wish you much love & laughter in 2021! Stay safe & we’ll see you around town!

*Due to the uncertainty of COVID, please double check that the event you’ re interested in has not been canceled or rescheduled prior to leaving your house.

Our Holiday Wish List Shop through Amazon Smile AmazonSmile automatically donates 0.5% of your purchase to the Lake Wales Arts Council every time you shop.

Pick something through our Amazon Wish List Include the Lake Wales Arts Council in your Christmas shopping by purchasing items directly and having them delivered straight to us from our Christmas wish list.

Artist Registration NOW OPEN Deadline Jan 12th, 2020

For more information: (863) 676-8426 LakeWalesArtsCouncil.org

Lake Wales Arts Center

1099 SR 60 E LAKE WALES, FL 33853

ORLANDO TOP 10 DAZZLING NIGHTS Throughout December at Leu Gardens. Walk through the gardens with interactive lights on the ground, journey through a forest of light and fog as if walking through the aurora borealis, immerse yourself in a 65’ long tunnel of light, and you might even see snow! Masks required, must purchase ticket in advance at dazzlingorlando.com

FESTIVAL OF THE HOLIDAYS Through Dec 30th at the Taste of Epcot International Festival of the Holidays. Features holiday traditions from the 11 countries at Epcot, as well as a cookie stroll and holiday entertainment. Advance scheduling required to celebrate at Disney World. disneyworld.disney.go.com

THE NUTCRACKER

HOLIDAY POPS

Dec. 5, 12 &19 at the Dr. Phillips Center. The Orlando Ballet presents the beloved Holiday tradition, The Nutcracker. Let the magical world of Clara’s dreams take you on a journey through sparkling snowflakes, waltzing flowers and dancing sweets! Early booking is recommended, ticket must be purchased in advance. 407-358-6603 Drphillipscenter.org

Dec. 6, 5-7pm. The City of Winter Park wants to help you celebrate the spirit of the holiday season. The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra presents its annual Holiday Pops concert in beautiful Central Park in downtown Winter Park. Bring chairs or a blanket to sit on. cityofwinterpark.org/events/

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POINSETTIA SALE

NORTH SHORE BIRDING FESTIVAL

Dec. 3, 11am-2pm, the members of the Bloom & Grow Garden Society will be outside at the Crooked Can Brewery Marketplace for their annual poinsettia sale. You can purchase either a Red or Ice Crystal (pink & white) florist quality poinsettia in a 6 ½ inch pot with gold foil wrap. They will not be accepting cash. Card or check only. Bloomandgrow.club

Dec. 3-7. The Lake Apopka North Shore is now a top birding hotspot, nearly 370 species of birds have been sighted, more than any inland site in the U.S. including the Everglades. Participate in field trips on the 20,000-acre Lake Apopka North Shore property and other Central Florida sites. More info here orangeaudubonfl.org/festival/

VIRTUAL HOLIDAY CABARET

2020 CHEEZ-IT BOWL

Celebrate the holiday season with a special one-hour cabaret featuring the fabulous Natalie Cordone! Performing favorite seasonal hits from radio, TV, film and stage, Natalie’s stunning voice and charm will be the perfect way to brighten up your holiday festivities. This event will be available for a three-day period, 11am Dec 18, through 11am Dec 21, 2020 with a minimum $20 donation. Winterparkplayhouse.org

Features the top teams from the Atlantic Coast Conference and Big 12, and will take place Tuesday, Dec. 29 at 5:30 p.m. ET at Camping World Stadium and will be broadcast on ESPN. This bowl season will mark Cheez-It’s first as an Orlando bowl title sponsor. Last year’s game was known as the Camping World Bowl. cheezitbowl.com

THE POLAR EXPRESS Dec. 4, 7pm as part of the Enzian Popcorn Flicks series in Central Park, Winter Park. Advanced registration is required to reserve your free, socially-distanced, 10’x10’ movie space. Up to 6 people per party. Attendees are encouraged to participate in the Curbside To-Go program to grab a meal to enjoy in the park during the movie. Masks are encouraged. enzian.org

ORLANDO SOLAR BEARS Dec. 29 at 7pm. Watch the first home game of the season against the Jacksonville Icemen at the Amway Center. The Orlando Solar Bears are the affiliate team of the defending Stanley Cup Champion Tampa Bay Lightning and are back for their ninth season. Purchase tickets in advance amwaycenter.com

TAMPA TOP 10

LIGHTNING WINE & BUBBLY

The 2020 Stanley Cup Champions have commemorated their second championship in franchise history with limitededition wine. The etched and hand-painted bottles of ‘Championship Reserve’ are a limited-edition Central Coast Cabernet Sauvignon and a Monterey Merlot blend that has been aged for 15 months in a combination of French and American Oak barrels. The ‘Championship Bubbly’ is in oneof-a-kind metallic bottles. Can be purchased online at ManosWine.com.

CHRISTMAS ON BROADWAY VIRTUAL CONCERT Available on Friday, Dec. 11, at 8 pm, followed by a New Years’ Eve Live Party Event on Dec. 31 at 10:30 pm. Watch previous shows like The Roaring Twenties or Singalong Broadway Virtual Concert Events online. Virtual events are free to watch, please donate to help them produce more fantastic shows. To watch virtual concerts or for more info visit franciswilsonplayhouse.org

VAN GOGH ALIVE BUSCH GARDENS CHRISTMAS TOWN Now through Jan. 3, 2021, enjoy open-air, safe holiday family festivities at Busch Gardens Christmas Town. Feel the magic of millions of sparkling lights, new holiday fireworks, the first-ever outdoor production of Christmas On Ice, holiday dining, shopping, shows & Christmas lights, meet & greets, Holly Jolly Express, and more! Reservations required. More info at buschgardens.com

TAMPA RIVERWALK HOLIDAY FEST Support local makers amid fresh air and good cheer! Put a twinkle in your holidays at Tampa Riverwalk HOLIDAY FEST on Sat., Dec. 12, from 10 am to 6 pm at 1710 N Highland Ave, Tampa. With fresh air and social distancing, this festive market will include local hand-made designs, holiday market goodies, apparel, jewelry, food trucks, kids art areas, and live music. For more info about this pet-friendly event, visit yourtampamarkets.com.

The exhibition at the Dali Museum in St. Pete features more than 3,000 Van Gogh images at an enormous scale, viewed through high-definition projectors and synchronized to a powerful classical score. Cinema-quality surround-sound amplifies the emotion generated by the works themselves. In addition to the iconic works featured, visitors can examine Van Gogh’s inspiration via photographs and video displayed alongside them. Purchase tickets in advance thedali.org

DRIVE THROUGH SANTA’S VILLAGE

RUN RUN RUDOLPH VIRTUAL 5K

Through Dec. 27th. From the safety of your vehicle, enjoy over a mile of dazzling lights and holiday displays at the Hillsborough County Fairgrounds, 215 Sydney Washer Rd in Dover. At the end of the twinkling drive, check out Santa’s Village. Festivities also include camel and pony rides, amusement rides, and photos with Santa! For admission prices & schedule, visit thewonderlandoflights.com.

Grab your Santa hat, elf ears, or Rudolph antlers for this virtual 5k run-walk for all ages from Dec. 1, 2020 - Jan. 9, 2021. To compete, register, choose your location, and run or walk indoors or outside at your own pace. Submit your results to earn your medal! Participants will receive Finisher Medal (Nose Lights Up), Race Bib, Antlers & Running Buff. Limited registration. For more info, visit thevirtualrunchallenge.com

HOLIDAY POPS

JAGGED LITTLE PILL LIVESTREAM

IMAGINE MUSEUM

Enjoy the sounds of the season with The Florida Orchestra! With Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez at the helm, The Florida Orchestra will quell your need for holiday favorites from Dec. 11-13 at The Mahaffey Theater, 400 First St. S, St. Petersburg. From concert repertoire to seating, there are different rules to keep guests safe. For showtimes and tickets, call the box office at (727) 300-2000 or visit themahaffey.com.

Dec. 13, at 8 pm, for one night only, the Broadway cast of Jagged Little Pill is reuniting for a live performance in NYC for a livestream event. All tickets include access to the livestream premiere on Sunday, December 13th at 8:00 pm ET and OnDemand access through Tuesday, December 15th. This event directly supports venues experiencing revenue loss during the ongoing health crisis. Grab tickets at strazcenter.org

The museum displays the works of glass artists from around the world. Current exhibits include American Masters in Glass, Glass Now, Contemporary Asian Glass Art, 1000 Buddha Installation, Marlene Rose, Bertil Vallien, Petr Hora, Lino Tagliapietra, and “Becoming… Transformations in Science, Nature, and Art.” For more information, visit imaginemuseum.com

*Due to the uncertainty of COVID, please double check that the event you’ re interested in has not been canceled or rescheduled prior to leaving your house.

Baking is Love Baking and the holidays go together like peanut butter & jelly. We reached out to the local experts and asked them to share some of their favorite recipes and pro-tips with us. What we received is an interesting mix of recipes from all over the world. Please enjoy & bake for the people you love.

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buñuelos Víctor Muñoz, Co-Owner of Víctor & Mika’s Bakery FB & IG @VictorMikaBakery

3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 6 tablespoons butter (vegan butter) 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon coffee 1/4 teaspoon salt Vegetable oil for frying

TOPPING: 2 cups sugar 2 teaspoons cinnamon (more or less for taste)

In a large mixing bowl, combine all of the dough ingredients. Mix with whisk or fork in the beginning, then use hands to form dough. (Pro-tip: use half the water to add to dough, and slowly add the rest of the water.) Knead the dough until it’s a smooth ball, maybe five to eight minutes. Let dough rest in bowl for about twenty minutes covered. During this time, preheat about an inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet to about 360-375 degrees. In a separate mixing bowl, combine your topping ingredients and whisk until well combined, set aside. Cut dough into 9 balls, and with a rolling pin roll out each ball into a flat round tortilla shaped disc. Once all balls are rolled out, take one flat round disk and carefully lay in the hot oil. Fry on each side for about 30 seconds. If air builds up in buñuelos while frying, use a large flat spatula to flatten the buñuelos to deflate the air. Once each side is cooked, drain the oil and immediately coat each side with the topping mixture. Repeat until all have been fried and coated well with topping mixture. This Mexican fritter is very popular at Christmas time. FAVE HOLIDAY MEMORY: Growing up in Mexico, it was a tradition as a family to spend time together and enjoy each other. As a family, we would make Buñuelos, Mexican fritters, with my grandmother. She recently passed away at age 94.

homemade pumpkin spice latte Lisbeth Pacheco-Rios, Owner/Roaster Ethos Coffee Roasters FB & IG @ethosroasters

1 cup whole milk 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional, to taste) 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree (or more, to taste) 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice coffee

In a saucepan, place whole milk, brown sugar, pumpkin puree, and heat while stirring constantly until steamy (i.e. remove from heat just right before boiling). Add pure vanilla extract and pumpkin pie spice and mix well. Brew a double-strength cup of coffee in your coffee maker (or make a pour-over!). Use 4 tablespoons (30 g by weight) of ground coffee per 8-oz (250 mL) cup of water. Always remember to use fresh beans (medium to dark roast coffees with nutty notes work best in this recipe) and grind fresh for the best experience. Add your freshly brewed coffee to the milk mixture in the saucepan and whisk until frothy. Taste and add more sugar or spice if desired. Pour into cups, and garnish with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Relax and enjoy every sip of your wholesome, homemade, and absolutely delicious Pumpkin Spice Latte! Enjoy as often as you’d like this recipe, as written, has less than 100 calories per 8-oz serving. Have a wonderful holiday season! This is the perfect treat for winter coffee breaks! Homemade means you can use the best ingredients, skip all the artificial colors, flavors, and syrups… at a fraction of the cost of commercial drinks! No Espresso machine or fancy equipment needed - just high-quality ingredients. PRO TIPS: • Use your favorite non-dairy alternative - oat milk or nut milks work well in this recipe. • No pumpkin spice? Mix ground cinnamon, ginger, allspice, cloves, and nutmeg to create your own.

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mini chocolate peppermint bundt cake Rachel Cullen, Cocoa Cake Studio FB @cocoacakestudiolw IG @cocoa_cake_studio

2 cups granulated sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup dark cocoa powder 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup buttermilk 2 large eggs 1/2 cup oil 1 teaspoon peppermint extract 1 cup hot coffee

CHOCOLATE GANACHE: 1 cup heavy whipping cream 12-ounce bag dark semisweet chocolate chips PEPPERMINT BARK: 8 ounces dark chocolate chips 8 ounces white chocolate chips 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract crushed peppermint candies

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare your mini bundt cake molds by spraying with pan spray or grease with shortening, and lightly flour (tapping out excess). In a large bowl sift together the sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt, whisk to combine. Add the buttermilk, eggs, oil, and peppermint extract, whisk to combine. Add the hot coffee and whisk until combined, scraping the bottom of the bowl thoroughly. Pour into prepared bundt pan molds and bake for 15-20 minutes (ovens may vary). Insert toothpick for doneness, there should be no cake batter on pick, slight crumbs are ok. Remove from oven, let sit for 10 minutes, then flip out of pan and cool completely. GANACHE: Over medium-high heat, bring heavy cream to simmer. Pour over the chocolate chips, let sit for 2-3 minutes. Gently whisk to combine until smooth. Set aside. PEPPERMINT BARK: Gradually melt your chocolates in separate bowls, you can microwave at 20-second intervals, and stir. Once melted, add the peppermint extract to the white chocolate and stir. Pour the dark chocolate on a piece of parchment paper, let set completely (can put in fridge to set faster). Spread the white chocolate over the dark chocolate and immediately sprinkle the crushed peppermint candies over top, let it set up completely. ASSEMBLE: Set mini bundt on desired serving platter and with a spoon or squeeze bottle, slowly drizzle the chocolate ganache over top in zig zags. Break peppermint bark into shards and place them in the middle of each bundt. Serve and ENJOY!! PRO TIP: • This can also be made in a full bundt version, baking time will vary, start at 40 minutes and check from there. • If you don’t have buttermilk at home, don’t fret! You can substitute it with whole milk and either vinegar or lemon juice. For each 1 cup of buttermilk, replace it with 1 cup of whole milk and 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice, allow to sit for a few minutes, then stir before adding to your recipe. FAVE HOLIDAY MEMORY: One of my favorite holiday treats is a warm snickerdoodle using a recipe from an old farmers cookbook. Our family has some favorite little cookie and candy recipes that we would make with my Mom around the holidays. I get a lot of my baking experience from her family and hope to continue the tradition with my own family.

cinnamon rolls Meghin Magliano, Baking Brewer from Craft + Kitchen FB @cklakeland IG @craftandkitchenlakeland

3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon salt 12 ounces of Diver Down FILLING: 1/2 cup butter, softened 2 tablespoons cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup white sugar

ICING: 4 tablespoons butter, softened 4 tablespoons cream cheese 2 cups powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1-3 tablespoon of Diver Down or milk

Preheat oven to 350. For the dough: In a large bowl or stand mixer, whisk the flour, baking soda, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Slowly pour Diver Down until a ball of dough forms. On a lightly floured surface using floured hands, knead the dough for about 3 minutes. If the dough is super sticky, just add more flour. Allow dough to rest for about 5 minutes while you get filling ready. Make the filling: In a small bowl mix together the butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, brown and white sugars until a paste forms. Roll the dough out into a large rectangle. Evenly spread the paste on top (I use a spoon and my fingers). Roll up the dough tightly and cut into 10-12 even rolls. Arrange in a lightly greased 9-inch round cake pan or pie dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the tops are golden brown. Make icing: In a small bowl whisk together the butter and cream cheese until combined. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla. Slowly add a tablespoon at a time of your beer or milk until you reach the consistency you like. Pour the icing over the cinnamon rolls in an even layer. Enjoy immediately with friends and family! PRO TIPS: • I use Diver Down because I love the rich, malty, caramel flavors it offers but feel free to use any Red Ale, Brown Ale or even Lager. • You will use a full can of Diver Down in your dough. If you have another can you’d like to use, add it to your icing and enjoy the rest for yourself, otherwise milk is fine. • You can also make these into mini rolls by cutting your rectangle in half before rolling up tightly. I do this a lot, especially if I’m making these with other items so everyone can snack on them. • To make ahead: make the cinnamon rolls, place in the pan, cover and refrigerate until ready to bake, up to two days.

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carambola galette Giovanna Favilli Chef/Owner of Casita Verde

Gio Favilli, Chef/Owner Casita Verde FB @CasitaVerdeLkld IG @mi.casita.verde

1 1/2 cups|200 grams all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar, plus more to sprinkle on top of dough 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste 8 tablespoons cold, unsalted butter, cubed 1/4 cup ice water 2 tablespoons pineapple jelly (or any jam/jelly of your liking) 2-3 carambolas (star fruits) cut crosswise and seeded 1 large egg, lightly beaten

In a large bowl whisk together the flour, sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add 8 tablespoons butter into the flour mixture and with your fingers, pinch the butter into the flour, mixing until the mixture looks and feels like wet sand. Add the water and mix with your hands until a dough begins to form. Remove from the bowl and finish kneading on your work surface. Form the dough into a disc and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Meanwhile, slice and de-seed your star fruit and beat your egg in a small bowl. Heat oven to 400 degrees. On a lightly floured work surface, roll the dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and spread the jam into an even layer over the dough and top with the star fruit, leaving a 1-inch border. Fold the edge over the filling all the way around, making pleats (it should look rustic). Brush the edges of the galette with the egg wash, sprinkle with turbinado sugar, and bake for about 40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown. Cool slightly and serve. PRO TIP: When making dough, I always prefer to mix in the butter with my hands. You can always use a food processor but you are looking for bits of butter no larger than a pea, so working it in with your fingers gives you more control. FAVE HOLIDAY MEMORY: One year my family and I flew to Nicaragua to stay with my grandparents for the holidays. When we arrived my abuelita (whose father was from Palestine) had a feast waiting for us. My abuelito had butchered a goat from the farm and used it to make us Arroz Arabe - one of my favorite things to eat as a kid. The memory of the smell coming from that kitchen is something I will never forget.

low-carb/gluten-free pumpkin roll Darla Markley, No Guilt Baking Company at CounterCulture Lakeland FB & IG @noguiltbakingcompany

3/4 cups finely ground almond flour 2/3 cup pumpkin purée 1 cup low-carb sweetener 3 eggs separated (room temperature) 1/2 teaspoon xanthan or guar gum 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons baking powder 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted) 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons vanilla 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice 1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar 1/4 cup water

FILLING INGREDIENTS: 8 ounces mascarpone (room temperature) 4 ounces cream cheese (room temperature) 1/4 cup heavy cream 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 3/4 cup powdered low-carb sweetener (save 1/4 cup to sprinkle over finished roll)

You will need: 10x15 jelly roll pan lined with lightly oiled (cooking spray) parchment paper. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In mixer bowl add egg whites and cream of tartar and beat until stiff peaks form. In a separate medium bowl, combine egg yolks with remaining cake ingredients and mix until batter is smooth. Once egg whites are stiff, gently fold the cake batter mixture into egg whites and mix until well blended (careful not to over mix as it will deflate your egg whites). Spread batter into prepared jelly roll plan and tap it gently on the counter to even out the batter (again not too much). Bake for about 15 minutes. The cake should be golden and springy to touch. Set aside to cool. While the cake is cooling, add all the filling ingredients into a mixer bowl and beat on high speed until smooth. Once the cake is completely cool, spread an even layer of filling on the cake and gently roll the narrow edge toward the other narrow edge. Sprinkle with remaining powdered sweetener, garnish with nuts or berries if you like. Chill about one hour before serving. PRO TIP: • When baking with no gluten flours, use carbonated water to give your cake a lighter texture. • I use Allulose, but Monkfruit or Swerve works fine as a low carb sweetener.

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Sugar Cookies Diana Cortes-Blanquicet - Pastry Chef at DOU Bakehouse FB & IG @doubakehouse

500 grams all-purpose flour 300 grams cold, unsalted butter (cut in cubes) 160 grams powdered sugar 2 large eggs 2 teaspoons of desired flavor (optional)

In an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, place flour and cold butter. Start mixing at low speed until it looks like sand. Add the powdered sugar and integrate. Add eggs and flavoring (if using) and mix until dough comes together. Flatten the dough, cover it with plastic wrap and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Dust the work surface with flour so the dough doesn’t stick. Using a rolling pin, roll dough to about 1/2 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for about 10 minutes or until the cookies have a light golden color. Once cooled, they are ready to decorate with icing or fondant. PRO TIP: • Freeze your cookies before baking them so they don’t lose their shape. • You can flavor them with peppermint, cinnamon, lemon, and even color the dough to make them extra pretty! FAVE HOLIDAY TRADITION: We love to make Christmas Cookies and eat them throughout the holidays! This year we will be making gingerbread cookie ornaments to decorate our Christmas tree. The house will smell delicious!

carrot cake Amy Sexson. Original recipe creator, unknown! I’ve been baking this cake for friends and family since 2001.

3 sticks, plus 1 tablespoon butter 2 cups sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon salt 4 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 3 cups grated carrots 1 cup chopped toasted pecans (optional) FROSTING: 16 ounces cream cheese 2 sticks butter 8 cups powdered sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter 3 (9-inch) cake pans with 1 tablespoon butter. Line the bottoms with parchment paper, set aside. In a stand mixer or large bowl with a hand mixer, cream the butter until light and fluffy. Add the sugar and beat. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt and mix well. Add dry ingredients in batches, alternating with the eggs, beating well after the addition of each. Add the vanilla and mix. Add carrots and beat on medium speed until incorporated. Fold in nuts. Divide between 3 pans and bake until set and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean, about 25-30 minutes. Remove from oven and lest rest in pans for 10 minutes. Remove from pans and let cool completely. For the frosting: In a large bowl, cream together the cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy. Add sugar gradually, beating constantly. Add vanilla.

PRO TIPS: • Use fresh carrots and grate them yourself, do not use the pre-shredded from the store. • I like to whip my frosting a little longer, it becomes super fluffy. If you have any left over after icing the cake, freeze it. You never know when a container of cream cheese frosting will come in handy! • Make sure to use room temperature ingredients.

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mallorca Gabriella Vigoreaux, Chef/Owner of Vicky G’s FB: Vicky G’s IG @hola_vick

1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast 1/2 cup whole milk 1/2 cup (1 stick) + 2 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled 1/3 cup granulated sugar 4 large egg yolks 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/3 cup granulated sugar 3 cups all-purpose flour powdered sugar

In a large bowl, combine yeast and 1/2 cup water. Let sit for five minutes, or until dissolved. To the yeast mixture, add milk, 1/2 cup melted butter, sugar, egg yolks, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt; whisk to combine. Add flour and stir with a wooden spoon until the dough just comes together. Turn out onto a floured surface and knead until tacky. If the dough is TOO sticky, add more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time. (You can also do this step in a stand mixer using the dough hook attachment, then knead on the counter.) Transfer to a bowl and cover with a clean kitchen towel. Let rise in a warm spot for two hours, or until doubled in size. (Alternatively, punch down and transfer to the fridge and let rise overnight.) Once doubled, punch dough down and turn out onto a floured surface. Roll out to a rectangle 1/4 inch thick. Lightly brush with 1 tablespoon melted butter. Use a sharp knife, pizza wheel or dough cutter and make six vertical strips. Roll each strip into a spiral, tucking the ends under the bun. Place mallorcas on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let rise again for 45 minutes. Brush with remaining 1 tablespoon melted butter and bake for 15 to 18 minutes until just beginning to brown. Allow to cool and dust with powdered sugar.

PRO TIP: • I prefer to let this dough rise in the fridge overnight, as it will be much easier to roll out the next morning. These fluffy sweet rolls can be found in bakeries all over Puerto Rico. They are delicious dunked in coffee and day-old rolls are traditionally stuffed with ham and cheese and pressed into sandwiches!

cranberry conserve Cheryl Daniels, Heirloom Jams FB & IG @heirloomjams

4 cups fresh cranberries 1 1/2 cups orange juice 1/2 cup water 3 cups sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1 apple, diced 1/2 cup golden raisins 1/2 cup walnuts, diced

Prepare canner, jars, and lids. Place a saucer in your freezer. In a large preserving pot or deep, stainless steel saucepan, combine cranberries, orange juice, water, cardamom, nutmeg, ginger, and cinnamon. Bring to a boil and then simmer at the lowest temperature, covered, while you prepare the rest of the ingredients or about 10 minutes. Add sugar, return to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until mixture thickens, about 1015 minutes. Add diced apples, nuts and raisins to conserve and cook, stirring constantly for about 5 more minutes. Remove from the heat and gel test by placing a small amount of the jam on the frozen plate. Put the plate back in the freezer for 1 minute. Push jam with your finger, if it wrinkles a bit it is done. If the gel stage has been reached, skim off any foam and stir in cinnamon and ground ginger. Spoon your jam into hot jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Remove air bubbles and wipe rim. Center lid on jar, screw band down until resistance is met, then increase to fingertip tight. Place jars in canner, making sure they are completely covered with water by at least one inch. Cover pot and bring to a boil for 15 minutes. Turn heat off, remove the lid, and let sit for 5 minutes. Carefully remove jars with a jar lifter and place them on a rack where they can be undisturbed for 24 hours.

PRO TIP: â&#x20AC;˘ Refrigerate any jars if their lids donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pop down. â&#x20AC;˘ You can also spice up your conserve by adding 1/4 cup of your favorite liqueur.

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gingerbread folk Benjamin Vickers, Chef/Owner Honeycomb Bread Bakers FB & IG @honeycombbread

3 sticks butter (337g) 2 cups brown sugar (442g) 1 cup molasses (337g) 3 eggs (150g) 1/3 cup water (80g) 7 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (1115g) 2 tablespoons ginger (12g) 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda (5g) 2 teaspoons salt (5g) 2 teaspoons cinnamon (5g) 2 teaspoons nutmeg (5g) 2 teaspoons allspice (5g)

Using a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, cream together the butter, sugar and molasses on medium speed until light and fluffy, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed. Add eggs and water and stir on low speed to break up the eggs, but not fully incorporate. Continue on slow speed and add the rest of the ingredients. Mix on slow speed until a smooth mass forms. Take out the dough and press into a baking sheet lined with plastic wrap. Cover with more plastic wrap and chill for about 2 hours to firm up. When the dough is ready, preheat oven to 350 degrees and prepare a clean countertop with a bit of flour, rolling pin, a soft pastry brush, and your cookie cutters. Turn out the dough onto a flour-dusted counter. Cut it in half if you’d like to work with a smaller portion and keep the other half in the fridge. Roll the dough, applying flour as needed to prevent sticking, to about 1/4 inch thickness. Brush off the excess flour and cut out cookie shapes. Lay these on a parchment lined baking sheet with a little room between cookies to allow for spread. Bake 12-15 minutes, rotating the pans halfway to allow for even browning. The dough can be carefully gathered and re-rolled one time after resting for a bit in the fridge. Once the cookies are baked and cooled, decorate into Gingerfolk using an icing made of 1 part water and 5 parts powdered sugar. Stir the icing to get out the lumps, and apply with a spoon or piping bag.

ABOUT THIS RECIPE: This is every baker’s favorite time of year. The festive season is an excellent excuse to break out your most special and indulgent recipes and get a little messy in the bakeshop; and what’s not to love when your cookies are literally smiling back at you? We love selling Gingerfolk at Honeycomb and get requests for them even deep into January. I hope your family will love them too.

caramel apple pie cheesecake Deborah Rossick, Chef/Owner at Baked.

FB & IG @bakedlakeland CARAMEL APPLES: 4 medium apples 3 tablespoons water 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/3 cup sugar 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon cornstarch 2 tablespoons water

CRUMBLE TOPPING: 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 2/3 cup + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

CHEESECAKE CRUST: 9 ounces graham cracker crumbs 2 tablespoons sugar 2 teaspoons cinnamon 4 ounces butter, melted CHEESECAKE FILLING: 32 ounces (4 blocks very soft) cream cheese 9 ounces sugar 2 tablespoons flour 2 teaspoons vanilla 2 tablespoons caramel sauce (your favorite) 4 eggs (room temperature) Caramel apples (from above) Crumb Topping (from above) 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

CARAMEL APPLES: Peel, core, and slice apples. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter, and cinnamon. Stir in apples, sugar and 3 tablespoons water. Cover and cook stirring occasionally for 4-6 minutes or until very slightly softened. In a small dish combine cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water. Add to pan while stirring and continue to cook until apples are soft (not mushy) and filling is thickened. Let bubble 1 minute. Cool. Once completely cooled, cut into very small pieces (I put the apples in a bowl and use a pizza cutter in a back and forth motion to dice them). CRUMBLE TOPPING: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon. Pour in melted butter and stir. Add flour and stir until evenly combined. The mixture should be forming crumbs and hold together when pinched. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line the bottom of a 9-inch (23cm) springform pan with parchment paper and grease the sides. In a small bowl, combine the crust ingredients. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of the springform pan. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool. Cover the outsides of the pan with aluminum foil so that water from the water bath cannot get in. Set prepared pan aside. Reduce oven temperature to 300°F (148°C). In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and flour on low speed until well combined and smooth. Be sure to use a low speed to reduce the amount of air added to the batter, which can cause cracks. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add the vanilla extract and mix on low speed until well combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing slowly to combine after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to make sure everything is well combined. Add minced apples and caramel sauce and mix well. Add heavy whipping cream and mix until just combined. Pour the cheesecake batter into the crust. Top evenly with the crumble topping. Place the springform pan inside another larger pan. Fill the outside pan with enough warm water to go about halfway up the sides of the springform pan. The water should not go above the top edge of the aluminum foil on the springform pan. Bake for 1 hour 15 minutes. The center should be set, but still jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the door closed for 30 minutes. The cheesecake will continue to cook, but slowly begin to cool as well. Crack the door of the oven for 30 minutes to allow the cheesecake to continue to cool slowly. This process helps prevent cracking. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and water bath wrapping and refrigerate until firm, 5-6 hours, or overnight. Remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and place on a serving dish. Refrigerate cheesecake until ready to serve. PRO TIP: • My best tip for any baker is to not get discouraged. Baking is an art, and one that takes practice... just love the process and enjoy the result. No matter what it looks like. • Scatter crumble recipe over top of cakes, breads, and fruit desserts before baking. Top with powdered sugar for serving. FAVE HOLIDAY MEMORY: Making spritz cookies with my sister. She is the one who taught me how to bake at an early age and continues to support me as I grow.

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royal icing Jennifer Reese, Owner of The Celebration Baking Company FB @thecelebrationbakingcompany IG @celebrationbaking 4 cups powdered sugar 2 1/2 tablespoons of meringue powder (can be found in craft stores and online) 1/4 teaspoon of peppermint extract 6-10 tablespoons water (depending on the consistency you want to achieve) Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, mix all ingredients together until you get desired consistency. PRO TIPS: • Pop your cookie sheet with your cut-out cookies in the freezer for about ten minutes before placing in the oven. This will help your cookies keep their shape while baking. • If possible, color your royal icing a few hours in advance of using it. Too much food color can often add a bitter aftertaste to your cookies. Since icing deepens in color over time and after drying, you may not need as much food color as you think to achieve that perfect shade of Christmas red. • I like to err on my icing being a little too thick. If I need to thin it out, I add a little water. If you start with your icing too thin and decide you need to thicken it, adding more powdered sugar will lighten the color of your icing, and it won’t match the cookies that you have already iced. • You can also add peppermint flavor to your cookie batter. For each batch of dough (which makes approximately 24 cookies) we add 1 tsp. of peppermint extract. FAVE CHRISTMAS MEMORY: Baking cookies with my brother and sister for Santa, and waking up Christmas morning to find a plate full of crumbs, an empty glass of milk, and a note telling us how much he enjoyed our sweet treats.

tembleque Beverly and Jose Rivera the Chef/Owners of Dundee Bakery FB @DundeebakeryLlc IG @dundee_bakery half a gallon of fresh milk 1 can coconut cream 12 ounces granulated sugar pinch of salt 2 cinnamon sticks 8 ounces cornstarch cinnamon for garnish In a saucepan over medium heat, add milk, coconut cream, sugar, salt, and cinnamon and bring to a boil. Remove 2 cups of milk and add cornstarch. Mix thoroughly and add back to pot. Stir constantly until it takes the desired consistency. Pour into small dishes and let it rest in the refrigerator. Sprinkle with cinnamon to taste. Tembleque is one of the most popular desserts on Puerto Rican tables. PRO TIP: • If you want the tembleque to be firmer, add more cornstarch. FAVE HOLIDAY TRADITION: Cooking and baking for friends and having them over to the house. Seeing people enjoy what they’ve made makes them very happy.

danish wedding cookies Carissa Hughes of Gourmet Goodies Bake Shop FB @GourmetGoodies IG @gourmetgoodieswinterhaven

1 cup sifted all-purpose flour 1/2 cup soft butter 1 cup finely chopped pecans 2 tablespoons sugar pinch of salt 1 teaspoon vanilla powdered sugar Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except powdered sugar. With hands, mix until thoroughly blended. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Using hand or small scooper, roll dough into balls 1 1/4 inch in diameter. Place 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheets. Bake 15-20 minutes or until cookies are set but not brown. Let stand 1 minute before removing from cookie sheet. Remove to wire rack, cool slightly. Roll cookie in powdered sugar while warm and serve. Yields 20 cookies per batch, can be doubled.

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As President of Polk State College, I write to congratulate the Fall 2020 Graduating Class! Graduates, you are part of a unique group of students that has demonstrated incredible resiliency and steadfast commitment to your educational goals. You have overcome unprecedented adversity to reach this milestone during a challenging time, and you deserve this recognition. Please know that everyone at Polk State is celebrating you and your achievements. Despite not being able to come together in celebration of your graduation this year, we are looking forward to honoring you with commencement ceremonies in May 2021. This means we have the opportunity to celebrate you in a variety of ways. Your professors, advisors, friends, and family who have been your greatest cheerleaders are now the proudest individuals due to your success. You should also be incredibly proud of

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Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education RAMOS-PEREZ, WILDALY LENNIS** REEVES, KRISTEN NICOLE SAWYER, AMANDA

Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education BARCO, LINDSAY COLBURN, EMILY MARIE** FARLOW, COURTNEY RAYNE** GRAY, LASHAYLA MONIQUE* MAULTSBY, JOY MARIE PENROW, DEBRA ANN*** POVEY, MICHELLE LEIGH*** RIVERA-COLON, SHAKIRA MARIE* RODRIGUEZ, GELIMAR MONTES STEWART, AUSTIN SHANE TAYLOR, TORI LORENE* VANDERVORT, MELANIE KAY* WEAVER, AUBREE GRACE

Associate in Arts ABARAY, OLIVIA GRACE** ABEL, KARIE S*** ABOUNNAAIM, LAILA MAHJOUBA** ADAMS, JUSTIN KAMAAL ADAMS, TAYLOR MCKENZIE ADERINWALE, ANUOLUWAPO ADEBISI AGUILAR, MARIA DELCARMEN***^ AHMED, SARA YASMINE AKINS, SUMMER ALBRITTON, ALLANNA BELLE ELIZABETH** ALCALA, EVELYN* ALDERMAN, AVERY RAE ALFSEN, BRETT ELLIOTT** ALLGOOD, TRACY ANN*** ALLIANCE, ANNAIKA ALMARAZ, DANIELA ALNORD, ROBENS GALY* AMADOR PEREZ, GABRIELA SOFIA* AMATO, BRANDON CHRISTOPHER** AMIN, NOSHIN NUJAT* ANDERSON, SHARON ANDRADE, SYLVIA ISABEL* ANDREWS, HALEY GRACE* APONTE, ASHLEY JEAN** ARMSTRONG, ALYSSA KATE ARMSTRONG, BRITTANY DELONG* AROCHO CRUZ, DANIELA AUGUSTIN, STEPHANIE ABIGAIL** AUTEN, DANIEL NATHEN** AVILA, KAMRYN PAIGE AYALA, AVA MARICELA AZZARA, KYLIE VIANNA BACH, LINDA FAYE** BAKER, KYRA*** BALADAD, RICHARD DARIO GUTIERREZ BALTAZAR, LINDA FLOR BARAT, CHARLOTTE BEALES, CHRISTION AKIE BEARDEN, KAITLYN LEE BELCHER, SHANNON LEIGH BELEUT, MICHAEL* BENCE, MYLA NAOMI BENITEZ, CARELIA BENNINGFIELD, MORGAN EMILY BESSETTE, JULIEANNA ROSE* BETSON, SKYLER COLE BETZ, CHRISTEN MARIE BILBREY, ASHLAN MARIE BLACK, RASIAH SARAYJAH* BLACKWELL, KAYLA MARIE BLAIR, NICOLE** BOHANNON, EMILIO JAMES** BOJCEVSKI, ADRIANA MICHELINA BONNER, DASHONG DENISE BONNER, JAIME NICOLE BOOHER, EMILY LAURA* BOWERS, ADAE’JAH ZANRICKA BOWLES, NATHANIEL HUNTER BOWMAN, ALAINA RENAE^ BOYCE, PAULENE M BOYZO, ANGELINA* BRADNEY, TIMOTHY ARNOLD BRAVO ROSALES, RAUL RICARDO BRESLER, TRISTAN JOSHUA BREYER, TERESA HOYLMAN BRISTOL, NELSON BRITTON-KANT, EMMA BROOKS, ANNA ELIZABETH BROOKS, CAITLYN ERIN BROOKS, TATYANNA DESTINY BROOM, ELIZABETH MARLANA BROWN, CAMRONE JE’QUANN BROWN, EMMA DENISE**

BROWN, KIRA NICOLE*** BROWN, VICTORIA DARICE BROWNING, ALAN B BROWNING, SANDRA KELLIE** BRULFER, SAVONA NICKOLE BRYAN, AMBER RENAE BRYAN, SHIRLEY D BRYANT, HANNAH LEE BRYSON, REBEKAH LYNN BUFORD, ALYSSA BRIONNE BURGESS, TYREL KEON BURGOS, KRISTINA M. BURKE, KAMERYN LENEL* BURKETT, JESSICA AMANDA BURNETT, PEYTON DANIELLE** BURNETT, STEPHANIE TRE’ANNA BURNS, ALIYAH BRIE BURR, MORGAN BAILEE BUSH, GRIFFIN*** BUSTAMANTE, ALEJANDRO BARAJAS BUTLER, YULANDA L** CADET, LEEGEE YARCHAROSE CAMPBELL, EMMA ELIZABETH** CANADY, AUTUMN CAITLYN CANAS, JESSICA LEE CANESTRI, GIANNA MARINA** CARDONA, LEYDI JOHANA* CARLOCK, CATHERINE T CARR, JENA BREANN CARRION, JESSICA CAROLINA** CARROLL, MADISON CARSON, EMILY DARYN CARSON, JONAS TYLER CASEY, AMBER NICOLE CASSIANO VIEIRA, MARIANE CATANZANO, JENNIFER RENEE CATES, ERIN ELIZABETH CENTENO, MARIA ADRIANA*** CHANEY, AJA CHAPPEL, KALEB ANDREW CHARLTON, TINA* CHAUDHRY, HASUN ALI CHIAVUZZI, MICHAEL AUGUSTINE CHUNN, TIARA NICOLE CLIFTON, LINDA DANIELLE COLE, SPENCER VINCENT COLEMAN, TRENTON DENNIS COLLAZO, VONEMELY CONNER, KAYLA CONTRERAS, JEANETTE CORNELIUS, EMILY ELIZABETH CORTEZ, EDWIN MAURICIO CORTEZ, LEONARDO FAVIO* COSTA, WELUKA A CRANEY, DESTINY OTTAVIA CRAWFORD, CORINNE ELISE* CRUM, KAITLON LEAH CRUZ, INEZ ABIGAIL CRUZ, JOVANIEL CRUZ, MARIELA CRUZ, MARLAINE CYNTHIA CRUZ, TERESA CUEVAS, ZAHAMARYS E CURLEE, HEATHER MARIE DAHER, AMINA DARBY, TONI RENEE* DASILVA, MARCO ANTONIO DAUPHINAIS, MATTHEW ALLEN DAVIS, ASHLEY DAVIS, ISAIAH C DE LOERA, CARLOS ADAN** DEAL, FALEN NICKOLE DEAL, MADISON ASHLYN ANN DECKER, REX M* DELGADO CASAS, DARILYS***

DELMORAL, DONIVAN SANTION DEMOYA, CHELSEA CAROL DENIS, MARLIE SARALDJINE DENIS-MCGARY, FLORENTINA IMMACULA* DENNIS, MEGAN KAY** DESROCHES, SASHADIA DIAZ, WILDA MERARI DITTMAN, BRIANNA DARIAN DOBSON, BROOKE ALAINA LEE DONN, KAREN DOWNING, KELCI DRANE, MAMIE M DRYDEN, HALLEY RAINE* DUCLOS, REBECCA CHRISTA DUGAR, ANDERSON DUNN, MCKENZIE HAILEY DUNNING, ETHAN CARSON DVORAK, MADISON R*** EASON, JILLIAN M EASON, KYLE EASON, MATTHEW EARL* ECHEVARRIA, LIZETT EDOUARD, CHRISTINA DAWN EDOUARD, SCHNEIDER R EDWARD, TINA L EDWARDS, KARLY JO ENDSLEY, ARIEL ESPINOZA, EMMANUEL** ESPINOZA, KARLA** ESQUIVEL, ANALEISA MARIE ESTIME, ESTE CHARI ESTRADA, CLAUDIA SOFIA* EVANS, EMPRIS EYLONDA EVANS, TAYLOR MARIE EVE, KATIE EXANTUS, LEXUS CONTRINA FALCIONE, ISABELLA MARIE FALCONER, FIEANDRE FARLEY, SHEENA BROOKE* FARO, KENDYL ELENA FENELON, ANASTASIA FERNANDEZ, LUIS F FIGUEROA VALDA, GIOVANNA E FINDERLE, NINA FISHER, VICTORIA* FOGG, MORGAN TAYLOR FONTAINE, SAMUEL JOSE FORTIER, AUTUMN FOSTER, EPIPHANY BASTIAN AH’JHANIQUE FOSTER, ERIC NATHAN* FOSTER, KIASIA LASHAE* FOSTER, PHILLIP NICHOLAS MALIK FOSTER, TYTIANA SHEBRIELLE FRANCO, VANESSA LAURA FRAZIL, MARLAH CLAUDE FREEMAN, CLARIZA JANAE FREEMAN, SARA FRENCH, KAITLYN ARIELLE FRESE, BRENDEN ANTHONY FRIERSON, ZACHARY LEVI* FRY, BAILEY RATTANANUT FUENTES AVILES, ERIK IVAN FULLER, MARISSA DIANE GALLOZA-VILLANUEVA, ALONDRA*** GAMBOA, SAMANTHA ABDOOL GANTT, DALTON RYAN GARCIA, JONATHAN HARRY* GARCIA, KARINA DEL ROSARIO** GARCIA, MOLLIE LEE-ANN GARCIA, ULYSESS GARRETT, KALEB A** GAU, CIARA CATHERINE GAY, KIMBERLY DEE LYNN GEARY, KAILEIGH NICOLE GEORGE, MICHELLE LEE

GILBERT, MALIK LAMONT GILL, GURMON GILLIAM, DEMARKAS JONATHAN GILLOCK, LILYONNA SHAY GILMORE, CHAD GIRALDO, MARIA JOSE GLASS, SHALYN TANDRA GLYNN, KEVIN GODINEZ, JOSEFTH GOMEZ JR, DANNY* GONZALEZ ROSARIO, KEISHLA MARLYN GONZALEZ, ARIANNA ROSA GONZALEZ, ELIZABETH JOY GONZALEZ-LEGER, SABRINA MARIE GOOD, TABITHA MEGAN GOODWIN, EMILY ELIZABETH* GORE, RICHARD SCOTT GRANATH, LEIA JANE GRAY, BREACHA TONIE JEWELL* GRAY, ROMEAKA D GREEN, DE’ZHAI L GREEN, JOSEPH D GRIMES, ANDREA ROSE GUAJARDO-RIVERS, SOJE’ TAMAR GUEVARA, DIANA MARIAH GUFFEY, BLAKE WESLEY GUNDLING, JOSHUA AARON GUNDLING, SARAH GABRIELLE GUTIERREZ MEJIA, MARICRUZ GUZMAN, TAMELA RAE HAGMAN, MARISA LUZ HAIR, JULIA ELIZABETH* HALE, TORI SIMONE HALL, CAMRYN WALLACE* HALL, SHELBY MAE HAMBY, NATASHA HAMILTON, CORI NICOLE HANKOSKY, KAILEY DOLORES* HARPER, NATHAN ANDREW HARRELL, BRYSON L. HARRIS JR, CEDRIC YOCHIA HARRIS, BRITTANY N’CHELLE HARRIS, HEATHER NICOLE HARRIS, MCKENZIE MYCHAEL HARRISON, TAYLOR NICHOLE HART, TONI D HART, VANESSA** HARTSFIELD, BRADLEY HARVEY, SHANE WILLIAM HASH, JADYN HATHAWAY, JAYDIN BRIANNE HAWTHORNE, SHAKERIYA ARIEL-SHANTELL* HAYER, MADELEINE FLORENCE HAYNES, ERIKA BROOKE HAZEN, KELLY NICOLE HEARD, ANNA ALISE HEATH, BRIANNA KEALY* HELTON, TIFFANI NICOLE HENDERSON, DETRICK ANTHONY-PAUL HENDRY, JULIE A HENRY, PATRICIA JOYCE HERNANDEZ ARROYAVE, MARIA PAULA HERNANDEZ JR, OSCAR UBALDO HERNANDEZ, EMILY CRISTINA* HERNANDEZ, ERICA ROXANNE HERRING, JESSE DANIEL* HESTER-WILLIAMS, ANGELA YASMEEN HICKEY, JACKSON D HICKS, LILLY ANNA HICKS, MAKENNA DELANEY HIDALGO, STEPHANIE HIGGINS, KINSEE NICOLE HILBERLING, KAITLYN ELIZABETH HILEMAN, MEGAN ELIZABETH HILL, LAURA MARIE

*Cum Laude; **Magna Cum Laude; ***Summa Cum Laude; ^ Honors Program Graduate, (COL) Chain of Lakes High School

HILLIARD, LILLIAN RENEE HIRALDO, MARIA CONSUELO* HOLLE, JENNIFER MARIE HOLLEY, ERIN NOEL HOLMES, SHANTAE HOOGERWERFF, ADRIANA LYN HOPE, JESSICA ANN HORN, BRADY HOSEGOOD, CARSON HOUSER, SHAUNTANIQUE MONIA HOWELL, DERRICK D HUGHES, DEVONTE LAMAR IRVIN, MICAELA JO IRWIN, SHAUN PAUL** ISLAM, BREANNA SHERNAZ ITACY, NAOMI JACKMAN, MAYA JUSTINE** JACKSON, DANILA M JACKSON, HUNTER CLAY JACKSON, TAMIRA MARIA JACKSON, TREYSEN N JACKSON, ZAKIYA NICOLE JACKSON-PACE, DESTINEE DANIELLE JAMES, SHYTE’ASIA JAVIER VALDEZ, GENESIS JAYE, JESSICA NICHOLE JEAN BAPTISTE, RIVELSON JEAN, DONISHA KENDRA JEAN, ROOSEVELT JENKINS, DOMINIC JAMAR JENKINS, LINDSAY JERRY, NICHOLAS JAMES JOHN, MERRIC CHAUKAYIEL JOHNSON, BRITTNEY LEIGH JOHNSON, CHRISTOPHER NICHOLAS*** JOHNSON, CYNTHIA MARIE JOHNSON, JERMAINE JEROME** JOHNSON, KIERSTEN MARIE JOHNSON, KIMBERLY ALVAREZ JOHNSON, LEKIA SHANTE JOHNSON, SAUDIA SOBENNA JONES, RESHEMIA JONES, RO’MILYA ALIZA JONES, TIARA JENEE JORDAN, JACOB HUNTER JORDAN, MALCOM LAVAR JOSEPH, NADINE JOSEPH, SAPPHIRE AMETHYST* JUSTISS, BRIANA WHIDDEN KAISER, BROOKE KATHRYN KATES, DONELLE LAVON KEEN, REBECCA DANIELLE* KEIM, TAYLER JASMIN KETCHUM, JAMIE JORDAN KIEFER, DAVID JAMES KIEFFER, CALLIE MICHELLE KILGORE, CORNELIA LEONDRA KILLEN, CAITLIN MARIE KINARD, LILLIAN MICHELLE KINCHEN, KAITLYN E KING, BRETT LARSON KINZLER, LYDIA ROSE** KIRKMAN, CHAD DANIEL KOSMICKI, ALAYNA MARIE** KOVACS, JULIANNA GABRIELLA KRISTOFF SR, SHELBY PAULINE* KUDJA, CASSIDY MARIA KUNZE, HEATHER LADD, SYDNEY CAMRYN RACHEL LAGRONE, DAWSON TYLER LALONDE, EMILY STARR LANGREHR, ASIAGRACE FUMEI* LAPINA, JOSHUA A LARIMER, ZACHARY MATTHEW LATALLADI, SYRENID* LAURENT, BRIANA ALISA LAWSON, LEVETTE LAY, LANDON MITCHELL LE BLANC, JACOB JAMES* LEE, APRIL JOSEPHINE

LEE, CRISTA JADE LEON, YASMIN LILLY JR, STEPHEN CHAPMAN* LING, SEMONA* LOFGREN, KATELYNN ELIZABETH LOFTIN, KIRKLAND JOSEPH LONG, GRACE MARIAH LOPEZ, THERESA LOPEZ, VALERIA** LORA, ORIANA LORD, AMANDA NICOLE LORD, KATHERYN AMANDA LORENZO, MICHAEL ALEXANDER** LOTT, JAVARIUS DEVON LOUIS, CHRISTY NATALYA LOWE, JASMINE TYONNA LOWE, KRISTI ANN* LOWRY, KYLER M LUGO VALENTIN, PAOLA MARIE LUGO, BRIDGET ELIZABETH LUMAYNO JR, EDGAR DELACRUZ** LUNA, ANGELICA LUNA, CYNTHIA LUNDY, PAYGE KYLIE* MACARTNEY, CHARLES ANDRE MACEDO, ALESSA YASMIN MACHESKO, JESSICA LAUREN** MAJEWSKI, RYAN MICHAEL* MALDONADO, ANGELA M MANUEL, NIKKIA RENEE^ MARCANO, JULIRYS NICOLE MARK, JASMINE CASSANDRA MARQUEZ, LUJAN MARTINEZ, ELMY BELLA MARTINEZ, MARIA DEL CARMEN** MARTINEZ, SHARINELL MARTINSON, ALLISON (CHS) MARTINSON, SERENA ANGELIQUE MASCORRO-ESTRADA, VANESSA MARIE MASON, JACK RYAN MASSEUS, NANCY GRACE MATAMOROS, ROSANNE CAMARGO MATHEWS, CAITLYN DANIELLE MATHEWS, JACLYN MATOS-MARTINEZ, ANA SOFIA* MATUREN, BRYANNA TAYLOR MAYA, CRISTAL ANDREA*** MAYO, JOSHUA ALLEN MAYORGA, DIEGO JAVIER MAYS, LATONYA WYNN* MCBEATH, MARK KYLE MCBURNEY, CHERMI DEVAUGHN MCCALL, CIDNEY LEANE MCCALL, DAKOTA BRONSON* MCCOLLOUGH, SHERRIE* MCCOWN, ASHER DAVID MCCOY, ANDREW RYAN MCDONNELL, HANNA LEEGAE MCDOWELL, RACHAEL CATHERINE MCGARY, MARQUIS ALEXANDER* MCGRAW, MADISEN MCGREGOR-TOUCHTON, VERA ANN E** MCGUIRE, ALEXANDRIA SCOTT** MCKELLIP, ABIGAIL R MCKENLEY, PETAL R MCKITTRICK, CRISTIAN MCKNIGHT, JESSICA L MCNAIR, NILES JORDAN MCNULTY, SHERRI D MCRAE, LARRY DESMOND MCSPADDEN, CAMREN MARKIESE MCVEIGH, MARSHALL MECSKO, BRIAN AUSTIN MEDINA, DASHANE’ ANTOINETTE MEDINA, SARAH JASMIN MEDRANO, CESAR EDUARDO MEEKS, JESLYN MAYLENE*** MEJIAS, ANGEL* MELENDEZ-RIVERA, YASHIRA* MENA-MARTINEZ, MARTHA CATHERINE

MENDEZ JR, MIGUEL ALFONSO* MENGE, JENNIFER LYNN MICKENS, OZELL MALIK MILLER, JEANINE MARIE MIRANDA, ESMERALDA MISTRY, AMI SURYAKANT MOJICA, JOSE ALFREDO MOLINA, SOFIA* MONROE, ELISHA DELORA MONTEIRO DE PAIVA FERNANDES, ANNA E MONTES, CRISTIAN RAFAEL* MONTIEL, GENESIS LEEANN MORA, ARELIS MILANI MORADO, ERIC ANTONIO MORALES RODRIGUEZ, ALEX WILLIAM*** MORALES, MIKAYLA LYNNETTE** MORERA JR, GILBERT RAMON MORGAN, JESSE PENTON**^ MORISAKO, KIRA L MORRIS, HANNAH NICOLE MORRIS, MADISON NIKOLE MORRISON II, DEXTER LACHUN MURILLO, KIARA JENIECE MURPHY, KATIE LAUREN NAVARRO, HUMBERTO NAVEDO TRINIDAD, ARLENE MARIE NEGRON, ADRIANA NICOLE NELOMS, DANIELLE NICOLE NEPUTE, ELIZABETH MARIETTA NEVAREZ TORRES, CHELYMAR NEWTON, JACQUELINE NESHAY NGUYEN, KALYNN NIXON, KERIA T NOLL, LAUREN ASHLEY NORRIS, D’NYSHA MALAICA NORTHUP, ANASTASIA ROSEMARIE* NUNEZ, BEATRIZ* NUNEZ, DIEGO CONSTANZO OBRERO JR, EMERIO PALIS* OGLESBY, SKYLAR ANNE O’HARA, AUTUMN DEANNA GABLE OLDS, NATALIE ONGAYA, EASON MARK ORNELAS, MARLENE ORTIZ, ANGELICA NOELLE ORTIZ, MADISYN ALISE ORTIZ, NATALIA ENID*** OTT, GARRETT EVAN OWENS, GABRIELLA F.* PAGE, FAITH DANIELLE PAIGE, KADIJAH LATOYA PALMER, KALEIGH L PARKER, ZACHERY NEIL PARRA, MICHAEL RUBEN PASTOR CARMONA, NYNISIA NICOLE PATEL, SNEH RAJESHKUMAR PATTERSON, BRETT MICHAEL PEDRIGAL, HANS MATTHEW LLENA PEEPLES, DEVIN RICHARD PEER, AUSTIN ROBERT LEE PEMBERTON, LINDSAY JANE PENLAND, THOMAS S. PEREZ, JULIANA* PEREZ, KEILY PEREZ, MARIEL ARISDELSI PERRONE, KATIA LYNN PERRY II, JASON ROBERT PESSOA, KIMBERLY PETERSON, ALYSSA FAYE PFINGSTON, CHANLEY MICHELLE (COL)*** PIDO RIVERA, LIANNE ROSE NARIA* PINDER, RAVEN LEANN* PLAIR, JENNIFER A* PLANTHOLT, SHANE MICHAEL PLYLER, RACHEL DANIELLE* POLLOCK, JANET POTES, JOHN ALBERT PRASHAD, ASHLEY N QUIROS, ELIZABETH RAGSDALE, SARA ERNESTINE

RAGUNATH, RUIDVIN RAHMAN, CRAIG EMIR RAINEY, ASHLYN TERI RAJPAUL, ROSEMARY E RAMIREZ, EDWIN ANDRES* RAMIREZ, STEPHANIE NICOLE* RAMKHALAWAN, MADISON TAYLOR RAMOS JR, RUBEN PRIMERO RAMOS, DANIELA MARIA RAZA, ETHAN ALI REDISH JR, MICHAEL ANTHONY REJOUIS, GAELLE DACHKA RESENDIZ-SANCHEZ, IRIDIAN* RESPRESS, DANIEL SETH REYES, IVA REYNA, CIARA MONIQUE REYNOLDS, MIKAYLA* RICH, ARIANA ALEXIS RICHARD, GABRIELLE LEANNE RICHARDS, JENNA KAY RICHARDS, KATHY-ANN RAVEN RICHARDSON, DAKOTA BROOKE RICHARDSON, KERRY TYRIEK RICO, BIANCA BIANEY*** RIOS, EMILIANO RIOS, LESLIE ANN* RIOS, MAYLEN RIVERA MONTIJO, JOANLIZ RIVERA SANTANA, ELISE VALERIA RIVERA, ELISHA ROZE RIVERA, ISAIAH LAMAR ROBERTI, ALEXIS STARR ROBERTS, KATELIN DIANE** ROBERTS, KIMARA SHADIA ROBERTS, MAGGIE GLORIA ROBERTSON, CASSIDY LAUREL ROBINSON, CHRISTIAN ERIC ROBINSON, DAWN ROBINSON, TYRELL DENZEL ROBLES-RIVERA JR, CARLOS JAVIER RODRIGUEZ MOJICA, CYNTHIA LIZ RODRIGUEZ TORRES, NASHALY RODRIGUEZ, BRITTANY ELISE RODRIGUEZ, ELIZABETH RODRIGUEZ, ESTHELA CORONA RODRIGUEZ, NEYSHALY RODRIGUEZ, PAOLA MARIE ROJAS, ISABELLA ALEXIS ROQUE, ARIEL MICHELLE ROSADO, MONICA ROSARIO ROMAN, GIANE MARIE ROSS, KELLY ROYCE, STEVEN DAVID*** RUFFIN, JANASIA ELOISE RUIZ RUA, SUSET RUNYON, VIRGINIA LEE RUSSELL, EMILY NICOLE RUTHERFORD, VICTORIA A*** RYAN, BLAKE DOUGLAS SAENZ, LISA YARETZI SAEZ, NATHANIEL EDWARD SAINT-ELOI, AFANIA* SALDIERNA, CATALINA SAMPURAN, BIANCA MALINI* SANCHEZ, LISSETTE CHRISTINE SANCHEZ, MELINA SANCHEZ, ROBIN MARIE SANDERS, TAMARA K SANKAR, MICHELLE SAVITA** SANTAMARIA, ANTONIA SANTANA, CHRISTIAN RUBEN SANTIAGO, YENNI YANEL* SAPPINGTON, SPENCER L* SARASIN, MAKENZIE R SAULS, MADISON RAYE SAX, SUMMER CHEYENNE SCARBERRY, HAYLEIGH MAE SCARVERS, CHIQUITA L SCHENKENBERG, LIAM COLEMAN SCHIANO, LOANNA MAGDALENA

SCHMIDT SR, WILLIAM ALEXANDER* SCHMIEG, ELIJAH MATHIAS SCHNEIDER, ASHA NICOLE SCHRADER, STACY RAMONA SCHWARZ, ELIZABETH M SCOTT, TANYA DESHA SCOTT, ZACHARY G SERRANO, ASHLEY JUDITH* SERRATOS - GARCIA, YASMIN SEYMOUR, ZOYA SHAFFER, CINDY SHALLENBERGER, KATERINA ELISABETH SHANKS, JORDAN SHANNON, BAYLEE* SHAW, CHEYENNE SHAW, STACI JUNAE SHEAN, COREY SCOTT SHEAN, JANMARIE ALLISON ANN SHELTON, MOLLY LYNN SIMMONDS-WILLIAMS, SHAINA MIKAELA SIMMONS, FAITH JOELENE SKIPPER, VIDONICA KENETA SLENTZ, CARTER WILLIAM SMART, MATTHEW ANTHONY SMITH, ALESHA LYNN* SMITH, BRADY SMITH, DAMIANNA OCTAVIAYASMIN EILEEN SMITH, FRANIA ANNTONICA SMITH, KYLA M SMITH, MARSHARIKA SMITH, RAPHAEL SMITH-RUDOLPH, AMBER R SOJKO, URSZULA** SORIANO, JESSE GRACE SOTO, JULIA MARIA SOTTILARO, MARIA SPARROW, KATHRYN DEANNA SPECKMAN, WILLIAM JOHN SPENCE, JESSE JOSEPH STAFFORD, RYLEY MAE* STANPHILL, HOUSTON TAYLOR STARR, MICHAEL VINCENT STONE, LENA KYLIE SULLIVAN, GINGER ROSE SULLIVAN, NIKELA SHANEA SURRETT, MATTHEW LOUIS SUTERMEISTER, EMILY GRACE SWANSON, BAILEY LYNN** SWANSON, BREANN NICOLE SWEAT, ASHLEY NICHOLE SWEET, STEFANIA RAE SYKES, TYTIANA NICOLE TADLOCK, AMANDA CHARLOTTE TARVER, KIANA JASHUN TASSONE, SHELBY LEANN* TAVARES, EVA LUNA TAYLOR, CYNTHIA RENEE TAYLOR, KATHERINE ANN TAYLOR, NOELLE CAROLINE* TAYLOR, SAVANNAH GRACE* TCHUENTE KANMOGNE, JOYCE ALEXANDRA* TEXIDOR, LAURIAN AYMAR (COL)*** THOMAS, ASHLEY NICOLE THOMAS, BRITTNEY ANN THOMAS, SUMMER BRIANA THOMPSON, AUSTIN THOMPSON, TREY DANIEL* TIAMTISAK, PHANHNIPHA TONEY, CAPRIANI TORRE, KELLY ANN DAWN TORRES MUNOZ, JONAIXA NICOLL TORRES, JOSMAIRIM* TORRES, LIANET TORRES, MILANYA ALEXIS* TORRES, SUMMER* TORRUELLAS ORTIZ, JAN CARLOS*** TOY, ANNA REBECCA TRABAL, JULISSA** TRAN, VI T* TRENT, DAVID WES-LEE

TRINIDAD LOPEZ, MAYRA* TUCKER, SARAH ANN TUIRAN, ISABELLA* TURLINGTON, MEGAN BROOKE UPTON, DALLAS ERYN URDANETA, ODALIS DEL CARMEN* URDANETA, RISDAYLI CAROLINA URENA, VICTOR ANTONIO*** URIBE DEL-CASTILLO, EDGAR UTRERA, JACQUELINE VAGHJIANI, DISHA N** VALERIO, CARLINE YASANI VALK, SAGE LYNN VAN LOAN, SEAN ALLEN VAN LOAN, TAYLOR LEE VAN WERT, ZACHARY COARI* VANACLOCHA SANCHEZ, BERNAT VANWINKLE, LORI ANN VARGAS, ADELAIDA VASQUEZ, DANIEL A* VELAZQUEZ, JONATHAN VELAZQUEZ-SANTIAGO, MARIA DE LA C VIGUS, KYLE JAMES WALKER, MAKENZIE BROOKE WALKER, RACHEL MARGARET WALKER, ZACHARY BRYCE WALTERS, CATHERINE LYNN WANG, WARREN WARE, DAILEN NARELLE WEHRLE, TODD NICHOLAS WENDEL, TAYLOR LEIGH WHEELER, TRANISE ROCHELLE WHITE, AMBER N WHITE, TERRANCE JERMAINE WHITTAKER, MICHAEL EDWARD WICKETT, TASHIANNA MONIQUE WILEY, BRIANA NICOLE WILLIAMS III, JAMES EARL WILLIAMS, CHARLA LOUISE WILLIAMS, JACOB H WILLIAMS, JAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;DASIA KIARA WILLIAMS, KASHOPAE JOI** WILLIAMS, KASSANDRA DESIREE WILLIAMS, QUINIKA WILLIAMS, TERRENCE ABRAHAM* WILLIAMSON, CHLOE ELIESE WILSON, JOANNA MARIE WILSON, NOAH WINSTON, VIOLA LE QUEEN WOLFE, EMILY CLAIRE WOODS, SARAH ANNE WOODS, SONYA LYNN WORTH, CARMEISHA JEANNETTE WREN, DUREH CORNELL (COL) YACOUB, RANY YATES, SAMUEL CARSON*** YEAGER, OLIVIA FAITH YERKEY, NOAH FISHER* YOST, ALEXIS KATHLEEN** YOUNG, CLAYTON KAI YOUNG, DESHONNA CHARLENN YOUSEF JR, HENID ZED YTURRALDE JIMENEZ, LAURA DE LA C ZAMORA, MELISSA ZINGARELLI JR, ASHLEE ALANA ZINHEMA, ASHLEY NATASHA

Associate in Science AGNEW, JONNATHAN ROSS AGUILAR, ANGELO* AGUILAR, KIMBERLY MARIE*** ALBARRAN, JAILENE* ALEXANDER, EMILY KATE** ANTONIO-ANTONIO, VERONICA ANZALDUA, LIZBETH APARICIO, TOMAS C APOLINAR, ERICIA DANEE ARANA, MICHAEL ARMSTRONG, STEPHANIE JO

ASGARI, MAHSA* AUGUSTIN, JESSICA F AYCRIGG, CAITLIN MARIE* BALLARD, NATRACIA NAKOLE* BANDY, LEANN SIERRA* BARBER, NIALAH MARSHAE BARCH, MCKENZIE LEIGH* BARDELL, MCKINNAH ELIZABETH BARRETT, DIAMOND DENESHIA BASS, ANGELA MAY BELL, FELECIA LASHAY BENNETT, AMBER LEE BERMUDEZ GONZALEZ, DESIREE BERRINGER, AFRODITE BESE, DONOVAN JAMES BLACK, ERICA RICHAYE BOBBITT, BRIANNA RENEA BOSCH, BRANDON ERIC BOWDEN, MIRANDA PAIGE* BOWEN, ANGEL RENEE BOYER, WILLOW ELAINE*^ BRADDOCK, TIFFANY MICHELLE BROWN, KAWANYA JAMETTE BURROWS, BRADLEY MICHAEL BURTON, JASON GENE CABRERA, ANGEL* CARNEGLIA, ALISSA DANIELLE CARNEY, SHANNON ROSE** CASTELLANO, NICOLE CASTIZO, ARASELI CASTRO, DEZRA ANNA LENEA CHEATHAM, TAYLOR ANNE CHRISTOPHE, LATAYSIA CLAPPER, ALISON COMAS, ALAYLA NANETTE COMBEE, NICHOLE B CONNER, TAYLOR SNOWDEN CONNORS, RENE MARIE CORDON ROSARIO, MICHELLE AILENE CRAUN, BRYANNA NICOLE CRAVER, RACHAEL N DANIELS, SAMANTHA K DAVIS, CHRISTIAN MICHAEL DAVIS, JILLIAN PATIENCE DE ALEJANDRO, ERICA LYNN DEAN, ALYSSA BREANNA DEAN, JOANNA MAGAN DENNIS, CATHERINE FAITH DESSOURCES, JANELLE STEPHANIE** DETWILER, LINDSAY L* DIAZ III, JESUS MANUEL* DIEFFENWIERTH, NATALIE ANNE DOLLAR, STEPHANI MICHELLE DRINKARD, JASSON I EARNEST, JONATHAN RAY* EDSON, STEFANIE MARIE EDWARDS, SARA NICHOLE ELHAMI, JACKSON ESPINAL, ANGELICA** ESSOU, LANDRY VICTOR ESTIPONA, HENDRICK S FERRAZZOLI, VICTORIA ANN FIEDLER, CRYSTAL LYNN* FILOMENO, CHRISTIAN FINN, KATLYN E FISHER, SHANTRELL NATASHA FORKEL, MARIA PILAR** FOSTER, TAQUIRRA SADE FRANCIS, MARIAH ELIZABETH FRENCH, CORY ADAM FUNK, NOAH JACOB GALVAN, ANGEL DAWN GANTT, JAYCEE LYNN GILLEON, COURTNEY TAYLAR GIRONES BARRIOS, YANS RICHARD GOERS, TINA L GOIN, MEGAN ALANNA GOMEZ, LESLY MONSERRAT GOULD, MACKENZIE JEANMARIE GREGORIO, VANESSA LIZETH

GRIFFIN, HOPE ALEXIS GUTIERREZ-MEJIA, MONICA HAHN, MISHA E HALL, ADRIENNE** HALLER, CHEYANNE MARIE HANCOCK, KYLIE MORGAN HARRIS, DALTON I HARRIS, JALYSA PATRICE HARRISON, ELIZABETH GRACE HART, HUNTER PAUL HEDICKE, EDWARD KEITH HIESTAND, BREANNA MICHELLE HINES, BRENN MICHAEL HOBBS, KAYLA LOUISE HOCKMAN, ERIC JEFFERY HOLMES, CHELSEY ANNE HOOYMAN, HEATHER RENEE HOWER, JENNIFER HUDSON, AMANDA J HUGHES, JASON MATTHEW* JAMES, BAILEY NICOLE JEFFCOAT, RYAN LUKE JENKINS, LOREN NICHOLE JENNINGS-SIMS, LAQULLA S JENSEN, AMANDA R* JIMENEZ CORTES, MITZIE LEE* JIMENEZ, GABRIELA JONES, CHRISTA NICOLE JUAREZ JR, ANTONIO JUSTIN, MELVI MARIA JUSTUS, ANDREW THOMAS** KENNEDY, CHRISTINA JADE* KING, LAUREN ASHLYNN KING, TORI N. KIRBY, SAMANTHA DENISE KNIGHT, CHRISTOPHER RAYMOND KNOCH, BAILEY LAMPKIN, SHONTICIA LAVONSHA LANDERS, BRANDY ANN LARA, CHRISTIAN LATNER, DUSTIN R* LAURELL, MELISSA A LAWRENCE, ANNA ROSE LAYLAND, ALYSHA LEE, LINETTE SLGI LIPTAK, LUKE M.** LITTLE MARTORELL, JULIE MARIE LOCKE, ALLEAH CORRIN LOPEZ, AVELINO LOPEZ, GERARDO DANIEL** LOPEZ, JENNIFER A LOPEZ, VANESSA VERLIN* LOREDO, SANDRA MARIE MACALEESE, MICHAEL RICHARD** MACFARLAND, LANDEN JOSEPH* MACHESKO, JOHN STEVEN MAEDA, EMILY KATHERINE* MALACHOWSKI, KATHARINE THERESA MALEK, ELIZABETH NICOLE MALTESE, ALEXANDRA ANDRIANA MARCUM, ZACHARY DALTON MARRERO, TIFFANY ANN MARTIN, MEGAN E MARTIN, SARAH VICTORIA* MARTINEZ, AILYN MARTINEZ, ANGEL-EMMANUEL PAURA MARTINEZ, ANNA LINDA MARTINEZ, VANESSA MASCORRO, LETICIA MAVINS, KENDRIA KAMARA* MCBRIDE, KAYLA ALYSE MCCRACKEN, SAMANTHA LOUISE* MCINTOSH, PARKER VAUGHN MCKENZIE, KYLE MCMAHAN, TIFFANY RENEE MCMORROW, KELLY MARIE MCNALLY, JONATHAN COLIN* MCNEAL, CATHYA MEAD, FELICIA M MILES, EMILY ANNA

*Cum Laude; **Magna Cum Laude; ***Summa Cum Laude; ^ Honors Program Graduate, (COL) Chain of Lakes High School

MILES, KENNETH SCOTT MOMOH, ERIC MICHAEL* MONJARAS, VICTORIA R MONK, AMANDA LYNN MONTERO, YASSIEL MORRIS, CLINTON LEE MORRISON, PAUL DONALD* MOUNIER, MAGDALY MOYANO, ERIKA MROZ, BETHANY LYNN MULLEN, ANGEL ALEXIS MUNDY, JEFFREY ALLEN MURPHY, SIRITA L MURRIAS, HILDA INEZ NAAB, GRACE ALAINE NAJI, SOUFIANE NARAYANAN, SOPHIA SHARMA NICKERSON, MARLEE ROSE NOEL, JANISA RENEE OATS, OSHANNY ODOM, PATRICIA MARLENE OSBORN, MARCELLA MEGAN PALENCIA, FRANK JESMAR RIVERO PARKER, SHAE PATRICK, SIERA LASHAE PAYNE, JENNA CHRISTINE PEARSON, VICTORIA L PENDERGRAFT, KEENEN LEE PERKINS, CANDACE MARIE PERRY JR, CLIVE BALVIN PERRY, TINA PETERS-SPERO, BAYLEE LAUREN* PHILLIPS II, ANDREW ALLEN** PIERRE-JOSEPH, VASIAH MARIE PITTS, CHRISTIAN RILEY PLUMMER, CHARLES STACY POLLARD, KEVIN S PRINCE, BRANDON SCOTT QUINONES ARZOLA, KATHIRIA NATALIA* RAY, SHANNA JO* REDD, LINDSEY NICOLE REEVES, ANTHONY RAY** REYES RODRIGUEZ, AIDIN RICHARDS, MORGAN TAYLOR RICKS, KATELYNN LEEANN ROBINSON SR, JARROD D RODRIGUEZ, ANDREW MANUEL RODRIGUEZ, BRENDA SUSANA RODRIGUEZ-PELAEZ, ANDRES NOE ROTTMANN, LISA RUPP, MORGAN ELAINE SANCHEZ URIBAZO, CARLOS MANUEL SANSOM, JESSE BRANDON SANTIAGO, CHRISTIAN ROY SAUCEDO, GABRIELA SCARBROUGH, BRIANNA SCHRAMM, JACQUELINE M SCHWARZ, STEVEN JAMES* SEMPEK, JESSICA LYNN SEXTON, KALISSA DARBI SHEPPARD, TARA NICOLE SHERMAN, MATTHEW PAUL* SHRIVER, AARON SILVERS, MARTHA CAROINE* SIMS, ALYSSA HART SINGLETON, GINA LOREN** SITTNICK, SARAH ANN SLOAN, KELLY RAY* SLOAN, OCTAVIA SMITH, BRANDON GERRARD* SMITH, SABRINA DENISE SOLURI, THERESA MARIA** SORIANO, DIANA SPENCER, GAVIN TYLER*** SPIKER, AUDREY MAE SRONCE, VANNESSA LYNN STELLATO, STEPHANIE RACHEL* STONE, JOHN MARK SUCKRA, FIONA A SWAN II, DANNY ALLEN*** SWEIGART, ASHLEY NICHOLE

TALA, NATALIE CHEYANNE TASSONE, SHELBY LEANN* TAYLOR, EDWARD MICHAEL TAYLOR, NICOLE J TAYLOR-JONES, BRITTANEY NICOLE THOMAS, GIMEL THOMAS, SHARRIE SHAWNTE’ TIDWELL, TANIKA NICOLE TREJO, JUAN EDUARDO TRENTHAM, TYSON ALEXANDER TYLER, HANNAH GRACE UY, NEIL LESTER L UZHCA, JONATHAN GERMAN VALENTINE, ASHLEY ROSE VANDERHOOF, NICOLE LYNN* VERRAN, REBECCA LYNNE VICENTE DIAZ, LEISHLA VINSON, CHRISTINE JUDITH WALDEN, MICHELLE LYNN WALTZ, TREVOR RICHARD WEST, HALEY NICOLE* WETTERSTROEM, NATHAN CHRISTOPHER WHITE, RILEY ANDREAS WHITEHEAD, ANTHONY RODRICK WILHITE, JONATHAN MICHAEL*** WILK, THERESA YUNG WILKERSON, LISA A WILKERSON, STACI-LYN WILKES, MAKAYLA ELIZABETH*** WOOD, JUSTIN NICHOLE WORKMAN, KELSEY MARIE YACOUB, KAYLEE ERICA YANNES, JEREMY YATES, EMILY MARIE ZEULI, MADELINE** ZIMMER, KEVIN EDWARD

Credit Certificate ABURTO, SANDRA YVETTE ACOSTA, WILLIAM PATRICK ALCANTARA, ADRIANNA MARIA ALEJANDRO, CHRISTIAN ALICEA, YVONNE ELIZABETH ANDERSON, AUSTIN DANIEL ANDERSON, SHARON LYNN ANGLIN, SHERUNDA ANHALT, JOSEPH T ANLIKER, JORDAN TIMOTHY ARIAS, ANTONIO AUDETTE, MELANIE JANE BABERS, DANIELLE ARLETHA BACHELDER, COLTON ALLYN BAERT, ALANA SHELBY BALLEW, JASMINE RENEE BATISTA, ARIEL ANTONIO BERGOLD, JOSEPH GEORGE BERRY, JENNIFER MICHELLE* BERRY, LAROICE BICKERS, BRANDI ZINA BLACK, ERICA RICHAYE BREWER, BRANDY BROWN, ABIGAIL GRACE BROWN, JAKEVIS HONORAY BROWN, JOSEPH DANIEL BROWN, THERESA LYNN* BROWNING, MATTHEW KEITH BRYAN, DEVIN JEREMY BYRD, SUZETTE MICHELLE BYRNES, MICHAEL CHRISTOPHER CABRERA, ISASHY CALERO, KEVIN JOSE CAMPOS, LUIS ALEXANDER CANTER, SHELBY JEAN CARNEY, SHANNON ROSE CARROLL, JOSHUA DENNIS CHAVEZ-BALDINI, DOMINICK DAVID CHERY, GUADALUPE FERNANDEZ CLANTON, STEVEN MICHAEL CLAUDIO DIAZ, SOCORRITO COBB, MICHAEL D

COHEN, JEREMY RICHMOND MICHAEL CONNOLLY, LORETTA* CRUZ, LYMARIS DANIELS, KIMBERLY DAUPHINEE, TYLER DAVISON, BENJAMIN M DAY, WILLIAM CARSON DEGOLYER, NICOLE RENE’ DIAZ, DAISY LALILA DIAZ, JOSE LUIS DILLS, MADISON MARIE DOOLEY JR, SAMUEL DAVID DOUGLAS III, WILLIAM EUGENE DURAN, MARTIN V ELAM, MEGAN BREIGH ELDSTROM, JAROD LLOYD ELLERBE, ROBERT GENE ELLIS, TRIP HARLAN EVANS, KALEIGH NICOLE FERNANDEZ, MARKANTHONY SHANE FERRELL, LEVI FIGUEROA, BRIANA ELISE FISHER, SHANTRELL FORD, ALMONTE CHRISTIAN FORKEL, MARIA PILAR FRAZIER, FREDDIE GALINDO, KIMBERLY MARIE GARCIA NIEVES, JOSE ANTONIO GARCIA VELEZ, STEPHANIE GARCIA, MELISSA ELIZABETH GEORGES, RODNEY GERENA, ANGEL LEE GIFFORD, JACOB RAYMOND GILES JR, DANIEL LAMAR GLASS, JEFFERY LEE GRACEFFA, ALEXANDRA NICOLE GRAY, BREACHA GREEN, JOSHUA GRONHOLM, LARRY JAMES GUILLAUME, ANGELA*** HALL, LAURA HARMON, STEPHANIE HARRIS, DALTON I HARRIS, DONNA L HARRISON, HANNAH RENEE HART, HUNTER DANIEL HEPTINSTALL, SEGAN MARIE HIMMEL, ANDREW WILLIAM HOSEGOOD, KAITLYN WRENN HUBER, TRISHA ANN HURT, LISA NICOLE* JOHNSON, JERMAINE JEROME JONACIN, JEFFREY JONES, MONICA RENAE KADLEC, KRISTEN JEAN KERCE, BROOKE A KIRKLAND, WADE MONROE KITCHENS, CASSANDRA KOHLER, MICHAEL JAMES KOUBA, ALAN ROBERT KUJAWA, SAMANTHA CHRISTINE LAMANNA HERNDON, JENNIFER LYNN LANGLEY, ALLISON LEARMONTH, SEPHRA LINDSEY, JOSHUA TYLER LONG, BERENICE LONGWORTH, CHRISTINA MAUREEN LUCAS, BRANDI M MACE, COURTNEY ANN MALDONADO ESPADA, ERICKA** MARLOWE, ERIC CHRISTOPHER MARTINEZ, AILYN MARTINEZ, ANGEL-EMMANUEL PAURA MARTINEZ, VANESSA MCFADDEN, SAMANTHA MCGEE, ALAN MICHAEL MCLEOD, DANIEL CHASE MELTON, XAVIER VANSHARD MERLE, BRITTANY NICOLE MILORD, FERNAD MINARD, TRAVIS TYLER

*Cum Laude; **Magna Cum Laude; ***Summa Cum Laude; ^ Honors Program Graduate, (COL) Chain of Lakes High School

MOORE, JACOB WILLIAM MORRIS, ANGELA JEWEL MORSE, DAVID LESTER MOSLEY, ASHTIN LANEA MOYA, NATHANIEL NEPTUNE, TAMI ANN NICOLAS, AURELIO NOAD, ADAM THOMAS NOBLES JR, ALAN DURRELL NYAGA-IRERI, DAVID JOSEPH ODOM, PATRICIA MARLENE PADRON MORALES, ALEJANDRA PAYNE, MIKALEY PIERRE, MAGDALY PIERRE-JOSEPH, VASIAH MARIE PINION, ROSALIND POIO, LESLIE ALEXANDER KENNETH C PORTER, SHAWN ALLEN POWELL, ROWENA VENTUS PRICE, TAVARES PERU RAGUNATH, RUIDVIN RAINES, JACOB JAMES RAY, SHANNA JO RECTOR, JESSICA QUINN REESE, KATIE REILLY, VICTORIA G REYES-URREA, ROSA RICH, JUSTUS ISAIAH RIVERA, BRANDON ALEXANDER RIVERS, SHIRLENE RODRIGUEZ SALAS, ISLEY RODRIGUEZ, CHRISTOPHER ROQUE, ALEXANDER ROYSE, TINA M. RUE, BRYAN DEON RUSSELL, HEATHER ERIN RUSSELL, STEPHANIE LEE RUTHERFORD, VICTORIA A SAINT-ELOI, AFANIA SALTIS, CAEDON MICHAEL DELUCA SANCHEZ, JORGE DAVID SANDOVAL, CLAUDIA NICOLE SANTOS-DIAZ, GABRIEL SAUL, OCLAISSE SCOTT JR, KARLTON JOHN SERVIN, ANTONIO A SHADRICK, ADRIANA SHANLEY, MARY FRANCES SHEPARD, SCHNAVIA SHIREY, KYLE ALLEN SHYTLE, JESSICA M SIMMONS, CLAIRE** SIMPSON, DEITRA GORDON SINGLETON, KRISTIN JEAN SMITH JR, ALLEN CORNELIOUS STALKER, ZACHERY ALAN STRONG, TANEIKA SULEIMAN, LEEN F SWEENEY, TUCKER JAMES TANDOC, AARON CASEY TERNAK, TIMOTHY NATHAN JOHN THOMAS WILLIAMS, BRODERICK LEON TODD, TAMEKA LACHELLE TORRES JR, ABRAHAM TRAYNHAM, THOMAS ALLEN VARGAS, DANIEL VELASQUEZ, ALICIA ANN VOETTER, KAYLA RENEA WALDEN, MICHELLE L WALLING, EMILY NICOLE WATKINS, ROSEALIN WHATLEY, DONNA TAYLOR WHITE, RAGNA IRENE WHITLEY, LISA WIGGS, CURTIS WILLIAM-TILLIS WILLIAMS, JASLYN LEIGH WILLIAMSON, ROBERT WALTER WOOD, JUSTIN NICHOLE WRIGHT, MICHELLE RENEE ZUNIGA, STEVEN TYLER

Congratulations

from Polk State’s District Board of Trustees

Chair Cindy Hartley Ross

Community Activist Polk State College Distinguished Alumna As Chair of the Polk State District Board of Trustees, it is in honor to congratulate the College’s Class of 2020. Graduates – you are resilient and your success truly deserves to be celebrated. As a fellow alum from a family with 21 members who have attended or graduated from Polk State College, I am certain that your Polk State education will continue to transform your lives and enlighten your futures. A huge congratulations to you on all your accomplishments and forthcoming successes. Soar, Eagles!

Vice Chair Ashley Bell Barnett Community Activist

Congratulations, Polk State College Class of 2020. You persevered in challenging times to earn your degree. You were not deterred by uncertainty but charged forward to accomplish your goal. I am so proud of you and your commitment to success. Thank you for choosing Polk State College to propel you into the next season of your life. It is with great honor and admiration that I congratulate you on a bright future ahead.

Dan Dorrell

Community Activist Member of Polk State’s first graduating class A huge congratulations to Polk State College’s fall 2020 graduates! You join more than 53,000 proud alumni whose lives have been transformed through the quality education and valuable training received at Polk State. As a member of the College’s first graduating class, I can attest to the knowledge that will never leave you and the doors of opportunity that will open due to your hard work and accomplishments. We are celebrating you, your perseverance, and your future success. Soar, Eagles!

Greg Littleton

CEO and President of Citizens Bank & Trust Polk State College Distinguished Alumnus While we are in these trying days, it is so great to have something to celebrate! Congratulations to each and every one of our graduates on a job well done. This investment in yourself will pay off for you for the rest of your life. You should be very proud of reaching this most important milestone and I hope you recognize the power of education and how it can positively impact your life. Good luck in all of your future endeavors and welcome to your new status as alumni of Polk State College!

Teresa V. Martinez

Founder and President of the Institute of Spanish Communication, Inc. Polk State College Distinguished Alumna Graduates, as a fellow Polk State College alum, I congratulate you for not only earning your degrees, but for also overcoming great adversity, remaining resilient, and achieving your goals. Together, we are proud Eagles. Eagles are strong, fearless, and courageous – all evident by your ability to persevere toward your educational goals and degree attainment during the pandemic. I am positive that you will continue to soar to great heights and make your Polk State family proud. The fall 2020 class is unique and will never be forgotten. Remember, ¡Somos Polk – We are Polk! Congratulations, Eagles!

Mark G. Turner

Attorney and Partner at Straughn & Turner, P.A. Congratulations to our graduates on their terrific accomplishments! Even in these challenging pandemic times our Eagles soar and rise to the occasion. Your perseverance and efforts have been rewarded and will be beneficial as you pursue future goals and endeavors. Best wishes to all of you!

T H E PO LK STAT E CO LLEGE A LU M NI AS SO CIATIO N A N D T H E DISTIN GUIS H ED A LU M NI O F PO LK STAT E CO LLEGE T RU M PE T

A Booming Congratulations to the Fall 2020 Graduates! We welcome you to an astounding group of more than 53,000 alumni who are proud to call Polk State College their alma mater! OFFICERS

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Kelly Butz, President Alex Price, Vice President Christine Samuel, Immediate Past President

Travis Altman Kathryn Bevilacqua-Ely Fred Bohde Martin Corbin

Tammy Durden Amanda Hurles Steve Lester Chris Nelson

Tina Peak Ty Pinner Nikki Smith T. Michael Stavres

Distinguished Alumni Kenneth P. Baker* Shirley Barfield Mary L. Baxter* Cathy Durrance Blair Sally Blalock Fred Bohde Jesse L. Brokenburr Thomas Brooks Charles E. Brown Kelly P. Butz Ernie Caldwell* Tom Campana David Cash R. Carl Cheatham Bane Cheek* H. A. “Skip” Church Catherine L. Combee Susan Copeland Lawrence W. Crow, Jr. David Dershimer Twanna “T-Fay” Dewdney Robert E. Dodd Wayne M. Durden Marc Durso Gow B. Fields

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W.R. “Sandy” Fortin Kathy Fountain Ron Garl Bob E. Gernert, Jr. LeDawn Gibson Robert R. “Bobby” Green Denise Grimsley Roderick L. Hall Barbara Harrison Kevin Henne Ronald Herring Jerry Hill Steve Hogan Paul L. Hughes* Don E. Ingram Mark R. Irby Anthony R. James Mark Jaroszeski Thomas D. Jordan Grady Judd George A. Kalogridis Jeanne Dillard Kalogridis J. David Langford Steve Lester Bernie L. Little, Jr.

(2007) (1988) (2011) (1998) (2012) (2013) (2008) (1989) (1996) (1995) (1992) (1983) (2013) (2018) (1997) (2001) (2002) (2002) (2006) (2003) (2010) (1986) (2001) (2018) (1993)

Greg Littleton Teresa Martinez Ellen Sly Masters Derek F. Menchan Tom Mims Chris Nelson Bryan Paul Ernest S. Pinner Cindy Price Michael E. Raiden Cindy Hartley Ross Christine Stephens Samuel Frank R. Satchel, Jr. Stephen C. Saterbo Gary B. Schemmer Victor Shumate Nikki Smith Rita S. Smith Robert S. Smith* T. Michael Stavres Elizabeth A. Stewart Ronald Thompkins Tom Wheeler Howard Wiggs Myrtice P. Young

(2012) (2006) (2009) (2005) (1990) (2015) (2003) (1992) (2004) (1994) (2017) (2016) (2000) (1999) (1988) (1999) (2019) (2011) (1987) (2020) (2009) (1983) (1991) (2004) (2005) *Deceased

@PolkStateAlumni

n behalf of ALL donors to the Polk State College Foundation, the Board of Directors expresses its pride in the great accomplishments of the Polk State College Fall 2020 Graduates!

A resounding congratulations to each and every one of you!

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Ann Barnhart Bo Boyte Matt Clark Anthony Cornett Angela Garcia Falconetti, CFRE Deric Feacher Nikki Hayde Rex Jackson Jennifer Kincart Jonsson Garrett Kenny

Matt Mucci Kathleen Munson Jason Penrod Nick Plott Summer Roth Christine Samuel Meg Thornton Karen Tiner Mark G. Turner Wendy Venters Stacey Heacock Weeks

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Eric Johnson – Chair Greta Dupuy – Vice Chair David Fisher – Treasurer Jennifer Hall – Development Chair Brent Parrish – Immediate Past Chair

@PolkStateCollegeFoundation 863.297.1071 | foundation.polk.edu

POLK STATE COLLEGE FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS

I R C L E

THE PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE is comprised of community and corporate leaders who are committed to advancing Polk State College’s mission. Funds raised through the President’s Circle help to enable the College to continue delivering affordable, accessible higher education to our community. This exclusive society of dedicated, forward-thinking leaders is working together to transform lives through the power of philanthropy.

Members of the Polk State College President’s Circle are proud to support and advocate for the College’s priorities. Circle members invest in student success and are proud of Polk State graduates’ achievements! Kudos to ALL students for investing in themselves and their futures! D O C T O R AT E S

AdventHealth Citizens Bank & Trust Polk State College District Board of Trustees Polk State College Foundation Board of Directors Tampa Electric / Peoples Gas – an Emera Company MASTERS

A·C·T Environmental & Infrastructure, Inc. / The Kincart Family • Adams Cold Storage, LLC Advanced Eyecare Associates • JD & Cindy Alexander • Mark & Patti Bostick • Duke Energy Angela & Rob Falconetti • Horne Construction,Inc. • George A. Kalogridis BACHELORS

Bruce Abels Fund within the GiveWell Community Foundation • Bagley • Bank of Central Florida Boring Business Systems • Boswell & Dunlap, LLP • CNP · Clark/Nikdel/Powell Cutrale Citrus Juices USA, Inc. • Peter & Kitt Elliott • Jim & Susan Jahna • Mahalak Auto Group Peterson & Myers, P.A. • Polk State College President’s Staff • Straughn & Turner, P.A. A S S O C I AT E S

Please consider joining the President’s Circle today to help advance the College’s mission and receive special recognition and benefits. For more information, visit: foundation.polk.edu/president or call 863.297.1071

The A.D. Morgan Corporation • Sarah Jane Alexander • Ralph & Joanne Allen • Wesley & Ashley (Bell) Barnett Broadway Real Estate Services • CapTrust Advisors, LLC • Carastro & Associates, Inc. • CEMEX Cypress Trust Company • Dan & Sue Dorrell • Ford & Kate Heacock • Eileen & Al Holden • Annette Hutcherson Eric & Cady Johnson • Teresa & Carlos Martinez • Nissen Advertising • Pobjecky & Pobjecky, LLP Sheryll Strang • Taylor & Associates, Attorneys at Law, PL • Tracy & David White Note: Donor listing accurate as of September 10, 2020.

Cheers 2021! This is an easy one, great for dessert, too ;) Add one or two scoops f your favorite sorbet to a glass, add prosecco and cheers to the new year! Ages 21+ please drink responsibly and never drink and drive.

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Brews + Baking It is finally the time of year for sugar and spice and everything nice. For Head Baker at Craft + Kitchen, Meg Magliano, it’s time for beer and baking and boozy sweets making.

She aims to produce “Things that are easy to sit down and enjoy with a beer and not necessarily have to spend a lot of time on, but they’re easily accessible… and then every once in a while, I’ll throw a cupcake in,” she laughed.

“I’ve always had a passion for baking,” said Magliano. After eight years working in tech support, Lakeland resident Meg Magliano decided to make a career change and indulge that sweet tooth passion. She baked goodies as a side gig for a bit, baking for weddings, showers, and events.

What does beer accomplish in baked goods? “It depends on what you’re making,” said Magliano. “The flavor can be impacted, but it can also tenderize things – it can make it a lot fluffier or very delicate.” The head baker’s favorite beers to bake with are Stouts or Porters. “I like chocolate, and I think they go hand in hand,” she said. “The most fun beers to bake with are IPA’s because they can be hit or miss. If you go with too much, it can be bitter, or if you add them in certain situations, it can even have a spicy note to it.”

“I decided that I wanted to get into the beer industry because that was one of my big passions and then put the two together,” she said of beer and baking. Meg has been baking with brews on and off for about two years, focusing on it seriously for the last year. She joined Craft + Kitchen as their head baker four months ago. “Before Craft + Kitchen, I was the Assistant Brewer at Swan Brewing, and I loved that. I decided to take a chance on myself and take the job that Craft + Kitchen offered me to do baking,” she said.

Part of what makes the holidays special are time-honored traditions, often in the kitchen. For Magliano, it’s Brown Sugar Pecan Cookies, which she’s already made this year at Craft + Kitchen. “I do them every year. They taste like fall to me every time because I do them at the very beginning of fall, and then I do them at Thanksgiving. For me, it’s a pretty huge comfort food,” she said.

It was a love of reading growing up that initially sparked Meg’s interest in the kitchen. “I liked to read a lot,” she said. “I found a cupcake book. It was about all these different cupcakes that you could make look like Martians or spaghetti and meatballs, and I was obsessed with it.”

Sweets lovers can stop into Craft + Kitchen for a handcrafted treat by Meg or browse their taps and shelves for at-home craft beer baking ingredients. “We have such an incredible selection at Craft + Kitchen that typically if you can’t find the same brand that you want, we have something super comparable, if not exactly what you’re looking for,” said Magliano.

She began baking fairly young, with boxed cake mixes topped with her own designs. Eventually, Meg ditched the boxed mix and began concocting her own recipes. Now, many of her recipes incorporate a cold one. “It started because I really like beer,” she said. “I worked at a brewery, so I was able to get certain beers that worked very well with it.” The first time Magliano baked with beer, she set up a “taste panel” with her husband and a friend. They sampled three IPA’s looking for “the most citrusy notes.” She used an IPA to make both the batter and buttercream frosting for an orange creamsicle cupcake. She followed up that boozy batch with peanut butter and chocolate cupcakes. She found fun in baking cupcakes with beer and in the diversity of treats like cookies, cakes, and other desserts.

For Stout students, IPA initiates, Porter apprentices, and other beer baking beginners, we asked Magliano to share any helpful tips. “Measure everything,” she said. And remember, “It’s supposed to be super fun, so even if things seem bleak or it doesn’t seem like it’s working out, in the end, you’re baking with beer, and you can always drink it afterward if it doesn’t work out!” Craft + Kitchen 3234 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 455-9555 www.cklakeland.com FB @cklakeland IG @craftandkitchenlakeland

“I try to do [desserts] that will challenge myself,” she said. Not that there isn’t a special place for cupcakes in this brewing baker’s heart, but she likes to sprinkle in a variety of desserts, including cookies, brownies, and cheesecake bars.

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Check Me Out ;) “Pie Academy” by Ken Haedrich No holiday meal is complete without pie, be it apple, pecan, or pumpkin. Learn expert techniques for making pies from scratch using step-by-step photographic tutorials. With over 250 recipes for pies of every variety, this is the book to help you up your pie game. “Martha Stewart’s Cake Perfection” by the editors of Martha Stewart Living

Home bakers eager to expand their repertoires need look no further than this authoritative guide. Covering everything from sheet cakes to multi-layer creations, this book is filled with tips and tricks to help you bring cake perfection to your holiday table.

“Delish: Insane Sweets” by Joanna Saltz & Editors of Delish Cookie exchanges might be on hold this year, but that shouldn’t stop you from making these holiday favorites for yourself. This book collects easy to make recipes for cookies, brownies, bars, and cupcakes that are so good, there might not be any leftover for Santa. “Entertaining with Mary Berry” by Mary Berry and Lucy Young

Mary Berry, beloved judge of The Great British Baking Show, shows you how to entertain, from small gatherings to large scale buffets. No matter what your guest list looks like, Mary’s timeless advice will help take the stress out of holiday entertaining.

“Christmas at Little Beach Street Bakery” by Jenny Colgan It’s the most wonderful time of the year; and the perfect moment to escape to a charming English village! This is a delightful holiday story; funny, heartfelt, romantic, and packed with recipes. The perfect book to curl up with a croissant and hot chocolate. “Black Girl Baking” by Jerrelle Guy Recommended by the domestic goddess herself, Nigella Lawson describes “Black Girl Baking” as “full of recipes that make the idea of going into a dark and difficult winter more manageable; a friendly voice to keep you company in the kitchen. The recipes are simple but luscious [...] And because Jerrelle Guy is an erstwhile vegan, she gives vegan (and gluten-free) options and recipes wherever possible.“ “Nadiya Bakes” by Nadiya Hussain “Nadiya Bakes” is written by The Great British Bake-Off star Nadiya Hussain. If you’re looking for baking classics you’ll find them here along with “mouth-watering twists that will become your sweet staples for every birthday party, afternoon treat, lunchbox snack, dessert, and even dinner.” Her cookbook includes recipes for Strawberry and Clotted Cream Shortcakes, Raspberry Amaretti Biscuits, Honey Cake with a Salted Hazelnut Crumb, and more. “How to Bake a Book” by Ella Burfoot

Creating a story sounds a lot like baking in this quirky picture book! Follow the recipe to build characters, describe a setting, develop your plot, and more. Little readers will enjoy the rhyming text and the colorful pictures are brimming with words for watchful eyes to discover. Writing a story has never sounded this delicious!

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DECEMBER CALENDAR 2020 *Due to the uncertainty of COVID, please double check that the event you’ re interested in has not been canceled or rescheduled prior to leaving your house. 10TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF WREATHS VIRTUAL AUCTION When: Dec. 01 - 16, 2020 polkhistorycenter.org This online auction showcases wreaths made by local businesses sponsored by the Polk History Center. Bid for your favorites, winning bids announced on the 17th. OBSERVATIONS: STREET PHOTOGRAPHY FROM THE PERMANENT COLLECTION When: Dec. 01, 2020 - Jan. 31, 2021 Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Selected from the Museum’s permanent collection, Observations brings together an unusual collection of photographs that map the social landscape of the street. In Observations, we gain the opportunity to take a step back in time and see the lives of those passersby we might otherwise overlook, now through a new photographic lens. Reserve your spot to visit online.863.688.7743 WHAT’S THE STORY? ART IN SEARCH OF A NARRATIVE When: Dec. 01, 2020 - Jan. 17, 2021 Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org In this original Polk Museum of Art exhibition, visitors will be invited to use their own imaginations to look beyond the canvas, asked to envision the unwritten — and unpainted — stories in works of art with open-ended narratives. Featuring more than forty works from the Museum’s permanent collection, this show places each viewer into the essential role of narrator, providing creative answers to the questions the art itself poses but can never reveal. 863.688.7743 Schedule your visit online. STARLIGHT NIGHTS When: Dec. 01 - 202 | 5:30-10 p.m. Where: Downtown Winter Haven mainstreetwh.com For six weeks, Downtown Winter Haven will be dazzling with lights as ‚ as we ring in the season of Holiday cheer and togetherness. Dine, shop, and enjoy a beautiful evening stroll with fun photo opportunities and surprises around every corner. You’ll be able to explore the magic of the lights at your own comfort level, whether you’d rather drive-through or walk around the heart of our city. Downtown shops will be open late giving you ‚the perfect opportunity to complete your holiday shopping!

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MAGICAL MINI SESSIONS WITH SANTA, THE SNOW QUEEN & THE SUMMER SNOWMAN When: Dec. 01, 2020 | 6-8 p.m. Where: Enchanted Fairytale Hollow 214 Trader’s Alley, Lakeland Enjoy these holiday mini sessions for family portraits, Santa portraits, or even portraits with character! Spend time meeting your favorite fairytale character with special one on one time and magical moments all captured forever by the photographer.Sessions are only $80 with $40 to reserve your spot. More info on FB @ EnchantedFairytaleHollow

DWIGHT ICENHOWER BLUE CHRISTMAS ELVIS TRIBUTE When: Dec. 03 & 04, 2020 | 8 p.m. Where: Ritz Theatre 263 W Central Ave, Winter Haven centralfloridatix.com/ Dwight Icenhower is a Five-Time World Champion Elvis Presley Tribute Artist. Dwight is considered to be one of the best Elvis Tribute Artists in the world today. He has mastered the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s eras of Elvis’ career and has won a myriad of national Elvis awards. Purchase tickets in advance, online. VETERANS STAND DOWN When: Dec. 04-06, 2020 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: International Market World Flea and Farmers Market 1052 US-92, Auburndale internationalmarketworld.com/ A free community resource fair for veterans and their families

TRIVIA TUESDAYS When: Dec. 01, 2020 | 6:30-8 p.m. Where: Grove Roots Brewing Co. 302 3rd St. SW, Winter Haven 6:30-8pm in the Packing House, hosted by Triviosity Live Events!Seating is limited to 50% capacity. First come, first serve.Teams may range between 1-8 players. All minors must be accompanied and actively supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

HOLIDAY FLYING FESTIVAL AND CAR SHOW When: Dec. 04, 2020 | 1-7 p.m. Where: Sun ‘n Fun 4175 Medulla Rd., Lakeland flysnf.org SUN ‘n FUN will be hosting a two-day fly-in/ drive-in event that will include numerous aircraft displays, a large airplane and car show, plus food vendors, live music, and many other activities, held on the SUN ‘n FUN Expo Campus at the Lakeland Linder International Airport. Admission is free, parking is only $20 per vehicle, and proceeds will benefit SUN ‘n FUN’s Aerospace Center for Excellence STEM education programs.

TRIVIA WEDNESDAY: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE When: Dec. 02, 2020 | 6:30-9 p.m. Where: Swan Brewing 115 W Pine St., Lakeland Teams may consist of 6 people or less and everyone must be at the same table. Enjoy food trucks and excellent beer, too! MOVIE NIGHT AT UNION TAPROOM When: Dec. 02, 2020 | 7:30 p.m. Where: Union Taproom 245 West Central Avenue Winter Haven Pop in & join us every Wednesday for Movie Night at the Taproom!! December Flicks: 12/2: Die Hard (18+ ONLY)

SNOWFEST When: Dec. 04 & 05, 2020 | 6-9 p.m. Where: Frances Langford Promenade at Lake Mirror, Lakeland lakelandgov.net The City of Lakeland Celebrates the 40th Anniversary of this holiday tradition. Visitors will enter the snowy promenade through four access tents where volunteers will be collecting the suggested price of admission — one canned food item per person entering. Along with the snow, there will be arts & craft vendors, a beautiful 30-foot-tall Christmas Tree, Santa and Mrs. Clause in a snow globe, Santa’s workshop with fun treats, a book giveaway sponsored by the Junior League of Greater Lakeland, entertainment, and tasty food trucks. Social distancing and masks for attendees strongly encouraged.

KIDS MAKE TAKE HOME FAMILY DINNER When: Dec. 03, 10, 17, 2020 | 5-6:30 p.m. Where: What’s Cooking Lakeland 6935 South Carter Rd. Suite 6 Lakeland. www.Whatscookinglakeland.com Kids will make a dinner for four. This is a hands-on experience for children 5-12. Kids cook and learn how to be creative and comfortable in the kitchen. All allergies & intolerances will be respected. Only 12 spots. $50 ($12.50pp)

SUN ‘N RUN 5K When: Dec. 05, 2020 | 6-9 a.m. Where: Lakeland Linder Regional Airport, 3900 Don Emerson Dr Ste 210, Lakeland flysnf.org/holiday_festival/ The race will begin on the War Bird Ramp with the starting line flanked by vintage aircraft. During the run you will be able to watch aircraft arrivals and departures as the course winds its way down Taxiway D, Taxiway E, Runway 5/23, and across various other connecting taxiways and ramps to the finish line.Proceeds will go to the Lakeland Aero Club, a high school flying club that teaches students how to fly and maintain aircraft, as well as the Women in Aviation Lakeland Chapter.

PAINT UNCORKED--DECEMBER SNOW COVERED TREES When: Dec. 03, 2020 | 6 p.m. Where: Lake Wales Arts Center, 1099 SR 60 E, Lake Wales centralfloridatix.com The Lake Wales Arts Council is hosting a paint party! They provide the canvas, brushes, paint, music, and the instruction. They set up & clean up, you have FUN! If you would like to enjoy wine during the event, please bring a bottle of wine with you for the event (no liquor or mixed drinks, please). These are adult only events; 21 and up, please.Masks are required inside the building. Seating is limited, purchase ticket in advance.

HOOK, LINE, AND THINKER BASS TOURNAMENT When: Dec. 05, 2020 | 6:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: Lake Shipp Park 1649 Lake Shipp Dr, Winter Haven Join The Kiwanis Club of Winter Haven & Polk Education Foundation to benefit the Take Stock in Children Scholarship Program! All scholarship proceeds will be 100% matched. Visit www. PolkEducationFoundation.org for online registration. For additional information call (863)-534-0519 ext 605. WINTER HAVEN FARMERS MARKET When: Dec. 05, 2020 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Farmers Market, NE corner of Third St. & Ave. C SW, Winter Haven winterhavenfarmersmarket.com The Market features a wide variety of farmers, unusual food trucks, artisan food vendors, plants, and a sprinkling of crafts. Enjoy a strong selection of “ready-to-eat” foods and freshly picked produce. Located across from Grove Roots in the parking lot of the BB&T Bank building in downtown Winter Haven every Saturday. More info on FB@winterhavenfarmersmarket. Interested vendors apply online at winterhavenfarmersmarket.com HOLIDAY FLYING FESTIVAL AND CAR SHOW When: Dec. 05, 2020 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: Sun ‘n Fun, 4175 Medulla Rd., Lakeland flysnf.org SUN ‘n FUN will be hosting a two-day fly-in/ drive-in event that will include numerous aircraft displays, a large airplane and car show, plus food vendors, live music, and many other activities, held on the SUN ‘n FUN Expo Campus at the Lakeland Linder International Airport. Admission is free, parking is only $20 per vehicle, and proceeds will benefit SUN ‘n FUN’s Aerospace Center for Excellence STEM education programs. NATURE ADVENTURERS: CREATING AN AT HOME NATURE MUSEUM When: Dec. 05, 2020 | 10-11 a.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Families meet at the picnic area. You will be practicing physical distancing by sitting at picnic tables. There will be short guided lessons for each topic, with mindfulness and nature education topics. Then families go out into the Gardens to practice the topic for the day. Free for Members/$15 per family for Non-members. Register in advance. 863734-1222. ROCKIN’ REINDEER BASH When: Dec. 05, 2020 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Wabash Community Center 1230 Southern Ave, Lakeland This family-fun holiday event will feature games, arts and crafts, music, light refreshments and much more! At 12:30 p.m., there will be a gingerbread house making contest! Prizes will be given out to the winners. Hosted by Polk County Parks & Rec. 863284-4223 - CONTINUED ON PAGE 48 -

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NOW THROUGH JANUARY 3 Peace on Earth is a holiday celebration that connects us to nature, our families and the world. The winter season is a time to rejoice and reflect how we can make the world a bit better for the coming year. Experience a season of peace, joy, hope, happiness and goodwill to all.

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PINEWOOD ESTATE CRITTER CHRISTMAS CHALLENGE

Edward Bok was a man of action: he built a garden sanctuary; he offered The American Peace Award; and he inspired many through his writings and acts of kindness. Learn more about his legacy of peace with this outdoor exhibit located around the Oval Lawn.

Tucker and Tilly, the Pinewood Estate squirrels, have invited their forest friends to bring the spirit of the holidays outdoors. Fun for the entire family, Tucker & Tilly will be hiding in the estateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gardens. Pick up your Critter Christmas Guide and find each of these forest friends.

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RING THE HOLIDAYS CONCERT WITH SILVER BELLS BIG BAND When: Dec. 05, 2020 | 6-9 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Ring in the holidays with an evening jazz concert with the 10-member Silver Bells Big Band and Geert D’hollander. The concert begins with jazz and ends with a special holiday carillon concert. $20 for members, $25 for non-members, purchase online or at Visitor Center. Beer, wine, and light snacks will be available for purchase. They are limiting this concert to 500 attendees. Masks must be worn while interacting with Bok Tower Gardens staff. 863-734-1222. TANNERS LAKESIDE ANNUAL TOY DRIVE When: Dec. 06, 2020 | 1-4 p.m. Where: Tanners Lakeside 1006 S Lake Howard Dr., Winter Haven Give to the children in need this Holiday season with our Annual Christmas Toy Drive, This event will once again help many of the families in need in the community by donating toys and all proceeds to The Mission of Winter Haven. Come see Santa, enjoy face painting, bounce houses and music with DJ Red. PEACE ON EARTH CARILLON CONCERT When: Dec. 06, 2020 | 3 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Enjoy a concert celebrating the Nativity Story and the sacred hymns of Christmas. This event is included in general admission. Advance tickets can be purchased online or purchased at the gate upon arrival. 863-676-1408 MEGA PANTRY DISTRIBUTION When: Dec. 07, 14, 21, & 28, 2020 4-6:30 p.m. Where: Lakes Church 1010 E Memorial Blvd, Lakeland If you are in need of food, please stop by and collect a box or bag of free, prepacked groceries. Volunteers will load the food directly into your vehicle, practicing social distancing guidelines.Feeding Tampa Bay does not require ID, paperwork, or prescreening to receive food. This will be held each Monday afternoon. Pantries operate rain or shine, as long as it safe to distribute, while supplies last.

VIRTUAL EVENT: THE RESILIENT GARDENER: COMPOSTING THE NATURAL WAY When: Dec. 12, 2020 | 2-3 p.m. boktowergardens.org Learn methods of cover cropping, chop, and drop mulching, and growing nitrogen fixers to build the fertility of your soil. Free for BokTower Garden Members/$10 for Nonmembers. Requires reservation for members and purchase for non-members.Zoom login instructions will be emailed to you.

MONTHLY FOOD PANTRY When: Dec. 11, 2020 | 11 a.m. Where: First Missionary Baptist Church 200 Avenue R NW, Winter Haven In partnership with Feeding Tampa Bay and United Way of Central Florida, Central Florida Health Care is proud to announce a FREE food pantry for the Polk County families of Winter Haven. Each family* will receive a week’s worth of free food that will feed a family of four. No qualifications are necessary. Feel free to contact Central Florida Health Care with any questions at 866-2348534. *Available on a first come, first serve basis, while supplies last.

UNCORKED CONCERT When: Dec. 12, 2020 | 2:30 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Enjoy a special flight of three wines while enjoying a musical journey through sips and songs with Geert D’hollander. Wine is served from 2:30-3 p.m.$20 for members/$35 for Non-members (includes general admission) Ticket purchasers will receive three 3oz pours of specially curated wines and a charcuterie snack box with assorted cheeses, meats, and crackers. Purchase tickets online or at the Visitor Center.863-734-1222

HANUKKAH CARILLON CONCERT When: Dec. 11, 2020 | 3 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Join Geert D’hollander for a concert celebrating the Festival of Lights.This event is included in general admission. Advance tickets can be purchased online or purchased at the gate upon arrival. HOLLY JOLLY JINGLE BELL JOG 5K When: Dec. 12, 2020 | 7 a.m. Where: Cleveland Heights Golf Course, 2900 Buckingham Avenue Lakeland JBJog.com Join on the 12th or jog virtually to support the Perpetual Care Fund for the 3 Parks Trail.The Jingle Bell Jog is a fun festive event including a chipped 5k and virtual 5k options. Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome, staggered start times. Should guidance change and the live event not be allowed to take place as planned, they are ready to make necessary changes to an all-virtual event if needed.

TRIVIA TUESDAYS When: Dec. 08, 2020 | 6:30-8 p.m. Where: Grove Roots Brewing Co. 302 3rd St. SW, Winter Haven In the Packing House, hosted by Triviosity Live Events!Seating is limited to 50% capacity. First come, first serve.Teams may range between 1-8 players. All minors must be accompanied and actively supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

WINTER HAVEN FARMERS MARKET When: Dec. 12, 2020 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: NE corner of Third St. & Ave. C SW, Winter Haven winterhavenfarmersmarket.com The Market features a wide variety of farmers, unusual food trucks, artisan food vendors, plants, and a sprinkling of crafts. Enjoy a strong selection of “ready-to-eat” foods and freshly picked produce. Located across from Grove Roots in the parking lot of the BB&T Bank building in downtown Winter Haven every Saturday. More info on FB@winterhavenfarmersmarket. Interested vendors apply online at winterhavenfarmersmarket.com

TRIVIA WEDNESDAY: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE When: Dec. 09, 2020 | 6:30-9 p.m. Where: Swan Brewing 115 W Pine St., Lakeland Teams may consist of 6 people or less and everyone must be at the same table. Enjoy food trucks and excellent beer, too!

VIRTUAL EVENT: LESSONS & FOOD FROM LONG LIVED, HEALTHFUL POPULATIONS OF THE WORLD When: Dec. 12, 2020 | 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. boktowergardens.org Be transported around the world to National Geographic’s Blue Zones, those populations

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MOVIE NIGHT AT UNION TAPROOM When: Dec. 09, 2020 | 7:30 p.m. Where: Union Taproom 245 West Central Avenue Winter Haven Pop in & join us every Wednesday for Movie Night at the Taproom!! December Flicks 12/9: A Christmas Story.

HOMEMADE GINGERBREAD HOUSES When: Dec. 13, 2020 | 1:30-4 p.m. Where: What’s Cooking Lakeland 6935 South Carter Rd. Suite 6, Lakeland Whatscookinglakeland.com Drop the kids off and have them create their own gingerbread houses. They will start with house cut outs, make their own gingerbread cookies, glue houses together with icing and then decorate! This is a truly hands-on experience that is about creativity and a start to finish project. $45 PEACE ON EARTH CARILLON CONCERT When: Dec. 13, 2020 | 3 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Enjoy a concert celebrating the Nativity Story and the sacred hymns of Christmas. This event is included in general admission. Advance tickets can be purchased online or purchased at the gate upon arrival. 863-6761408 TRIVIA TUESDAYS When: Dec. 15, 2020 | 6:30-8 p.m. Where: Grove Roots Brewing Co. 302 3rd St. SW, Winter Haven In the Packing House, hosted by Triviosity Live Events!Seating is limited to 50% capacity. First come, first serve.Teams may range between 1-8 players. All minors must be accompanied and actively supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

GOURMET HOLIDAY FEAST When: Dec. 16, 2020 | 6:30 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Bok Tower Gardens’ Chef Matt Fulwood and Red Door Lakeland’s Chef Lucy CortesCastaneda are teaming up for five courses gourmet garden-to-table dinner with fresh locally sourced ingredients. Enjoy each course with wines personally selected by Red Door Owner and Sommelier Richard DeAngelis. $175 for members/$200 for Non-members (includes general admission) Each guest will take home a holiday gift from the Gardens. 863-734-1222 TRIVIA WEDNESDAY: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE When: Dec. 16, 2020 | 6:30-9 p.m. Where: Swan Brewing 115 W Pine St., Lakeland Teams may consist of 6 people or less and everyone must be at the same table. Enjoy food trucks and excellent beer, too! MOVIE NIGHT AT UNION TAPROOM When: Dec. 16, 2020 | 7:30 p.m. Where: Union Taproom 245 West Central Avenue Winter Haven Pop in & join us every Wednesday for Movie Night at the Taproom!! December Flicks 12/16: Home Alone. HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE When: Dec. 18, 2020 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: Bungalow Boutique and Gifts 1026 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland bungalowboutique.shop 863 225-9778. Add some joy to your holiday with a magical and meaningful shopping experience. Fun, goodies, giveaways and so much more! KRINGLE JINGLE When: Dec. 18, 2020 | 6-8 p.m. Where: Eloise Resource Center 710 Snively Ave, Eloise Kringle Jingle will be an evening full of holiday activities and lots of fun! This event will feature holiday games, crafts, a hot chocolate bar, photo booths and much more! 863-298-4485 WINTER HAVEN FARMERS MARKET When: Dec. 19, 2020 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: NE corner of Third St. & Ave. C SW, Winter Haven winterhavenfarmersmarket.com The Market features a wide variety of farmers, unusual food trucks, artisan food vendors, plants, and a sprinkling of crafts. Enjoy a strong selection of “ready-to-eat” foods and freshly picked produce. Located across from Grove Roots in the parking lot of the BB&T Bank building in downtown Winter Haven every Saturday. More info on FB@winterhavenfarmersmarket. Interested vendors apply online at winterhavenfarmersmarket.com

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HOMEMADE KIDS HOLIDAY ESSENTIAL OIL GIFTS When: Dec. 19, 2020 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: What’s Cooking Lakeland 6935 South Carter Rd. Suite 6, Lakeland Whatscookinglakeland.com Kids ages 5-12 can make 5 essential oil gifts! We will be making a lip balm, brown & white sugar scrub, soap, and a perfume roll on! All of the essential oils used will be from D’Oterra, which are all natural oils that are safe for everyone! Children will have the opportunity to wrap them in bags if they would like to keep them secret as gifts. Use coupon code SIBLING if registering for more than one child for a 10% discount. $65

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Live Events. Seating is limited to 50% capacity. First come, first serve.Teams may range between 1-8 players. All minors must be accompanied and actively supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

CYPRESS GARDENS SKI SHOW When: Dec. 19, 2020 | 3:30 p.m. Where: MLK Jr. Park 199 E Lake Silver Dr. NE Winter Haven cypressgardensskiteam.com Watch the Cypress Gardens Ski show for free! Bring your own chair or blanket with concessions available for purchase. Bring cash if you’d like to participate in the 50/50 raffle.

TRIVIA WEDNESDAY: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE When: Dec. 23, 2020 | 6:30-9 p.m. Where: Swan Brewing 115 W Pine St., Lakeland Teams may consist of 6 people or less and everyone must be at the same table. Enjoy food trucks and excellent beer, too!

FRESH FROM THE HEART GARDEN When: Dec. 19, 2020 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Join Josh and Emily Jamison, the kitchen and garden managers of HEART village, as they cook up and talk about their favorite foods growing on their central Florida farm.Learn about the plants they rely on to feed themselves and their students.$12 for members/$25 for Non-members (includes general admission). 863-734-1222

PEACE ON EARTH CARILLON CONCERT When: Dec. 20, 2020 | 3 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Enjoy a concert celebrating the Nativity Story and the sacred hymns of Christmas. This event is included in general admission. Advance tickets can be purchased online or purchased at the gate upon arrival. 863-6761408

HOMEMADE HOLIDAY ESSENTIAL OIL GIFTS FOR TEENS When: Dec. 19, 2020 | 2-4 p.m. Where: What’s Cooking Lakeland 6935 South Carter Rd. Suite 6, Lakeland Whatscookinglakeland.com Teenagers will make 5 essential oil gifts! We will be making a lip balm, brown & white sugar scrub, soap, and a perfume roll on! All of the essential oils used will be from D’Oterra, which are safe for everyone! Teens will have the opportunity to wrap them in bags if they would like to keep them secret as gifts. Use coupon code SIBLING if registering for more than one child for a 10% discount. UNCASKED CONCERT DECEMBER When: Dec. 19, 2020 | 2:30 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Enjoy a special flight of three craft beers from Grove Roots Brewery while enjoying a musical journey through sips and songs with Geert D’hollander. $20 for members/$35 for Non-members (includes general admission)

MOVIE NIGHT AT UNION TAPROOM When: Dec. 23, 2020 | 7:30 p.m. Where: Union Taproom 245 West Central Avenue, Winter Haven Pop in & join us every Wednesday for Movie Night at the Taproom!! December Flicks 12/23: Christmas Vacation. MONTHLY FOOD PANTRY When: Dec. 25, 2020 | 11 a.m. Where: First Missionary Baptist Church 200 Avenue R NW, Winter Haven In partnership with Feeding Tampa Bay and United Way of Central Florida, Central Florida Health Care is proud to announce a FREE food pantry for the Polk County families of Winter Haven. Each family* will receive a week’s worth of free food that will feed a family of four. No qualifications are necessary. Feel free to contact Central Florida Health Care with any questions at 866-2348534. *Available on a first come, first serve basis, while supplies last.

KIDS HOLIDAY CAMP AGES 5-13 When: Dec. 21, 22, 23, 2020 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: What’s Cooking Lakeland, 6935 South Carter Rd. Suite 6, Lakeland. www.Whatscookinglakeland.com Drop the kids off to make their own breakfast, lunch and take-home family dinner for four! This is a great hands-on experience for the kids working on one of their own 12 stove tops. We will also be making holiday candied walnuts to take home. Sibling discount.

CHRISTMAS DAY IN THE GARDENS When: Dec. 25, 2020 | 1 & 3 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales www.boktowergardens.org Celebrate Christmas Day against the festive backdrop of red and green holiday foliage. Enjoy holiday music favorites with carillon concerts at 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.Bok Tower Gardens opens at 10:00 a.m. on Christmas Day.Free for members, included in general admission for non-members.

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5104 GREENBROOK LN............................... LAKELAND........... 10/8/2020........... $205,000 5118 GARBERIA AVE..................................... LAKELAND........... 10/9/2020............ $225,000 5703 KEATON SPRINGS DR......................... LAKELAND............10/2/2020............$235,800 5857 TROPHY LOOP................................... LAKELAND............ 10/1/2020............$335,000 6105 WOODALE DR..................................... LAKELAND.......... 10/13/2020..............$65,000 6842 APPALOOSA DR................................. LAKELAND.......... 10/16/2020............ $166,000 748 CHRISTINA LAKE DR............................. LAKELAND........... 10/5/2020........... $670,000 2330 PETERSON RD.................................... LAKELAND.......... 10/15/2020............$258,000 3521 BOWDENS RD...................................... LAKELAND............ 10/1/2020............ $454,100 4055 APRIL ST............................................. LAKELAND.......... 10/13/2020.............$175,000 4073 SHADETREE LN................................... LAKELAND............10/2/2020............ $165,000 4177 WINDING VINE DR............................... LAKELAND........... 10/5/2020............. $177,000 5228 ST LUCIA DR....................................... LAKELAND........... 10/9/2020............ $195,000 5310 ENGLISH DR........................................ LAKELAND............10/2/2020............$255,000 5876 CHRISTIANSEN CT.............................. LAKELAND..........10/23/2020............ $270,900 6129 HIGHWAY 98....................................... LAKELAND............10/7/2020............$750,000 1020 REFLECTIONS LAKE LOOP.................. LAKELAND............ 10/1/2020........... $630,000 1222 ROBINSWOOD CT............................... LAKELAND............10/7/2020........... $330,000 130 CARTER RD........................................... LAKELAND........... 10/8/2020........... $650,000 1365 EVERGREEN PARK CIR......................... LAKELAND.......... 10/13/2020............$344,500 1639 ROSE DR.............................................. LAKELAND........... 10/9/2020............ $225,000 1668 ROCKY POINTE DR............................. LAKELAND........... 10/9/2020............$292,000 1819 BEDIVERE............................................. LAKELAND........... 10/5/2020............$240,200 202 TOWERING PINES DR........................... LAKELAND............10/2/2020............$285,000 224 ANNE MARIE CIR................................... LAKELAND.......... 10/15/2020............. $177,000 2445 COLONEL FORD DR............................ LAKELAND.......... 10/13/2020............ $310,000 2707 HICKORY RIDGE DR............................ LAKELAND........... 10/9/2020............ $192,000 3130 VALLEY VISTA CIR............................... LAKELAND........... 10/8/2020............$208,200 3910 S POLK AVE......................................... LAKELAND.......... 10/13/2020............ $310,000 4604 JONES TRL.......................................... LAKELAND............10/7/2020........... $240,000 4605 ESSEX ST............................................ LAKELAND........... 10/5/2020............. $119,000

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