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Letter From the Editor Happy 4th of July! This month is all about “One Tank Trips.” That’s any trip you can take on one tank of gas which we determined is 300 miles or less. Spend the day exploring a new place, with the safety of yourself and those around you in mind. If you don’t already wear a mask, check ahead of time to see if the places you’re visiting require one. Be prepared. As always, support the small businesses and restaurants whenever possible. There’s nothing more fun than a road trip adventure with someone you love, have fun out there! Let us know how your trips went.
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Thank you to the experts at Visit Central Florida for giving us a selection of 5 “road trips” that are a little closer to home. They’re all in Polk County for those of us not ready to jump on the road for a longer trip.
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I want to introduce a new contributing writer for us, Lisbeth Pacheco. Lisbeth is the owner of Ethos Coffee Roasters. You’ve probably had her coffee at local coffee shops around town. This month she teaches us how to make the perfect cold brew for your road trip. I’m excited to have Lisbeth writing for us!
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In the spirit of taking a road trip, we talk with the chef & owners of the food truck, Jimmy’s Famous Seafood Express. If you haven’t had one of their fish tacos yet, you’re missing out. We talk with Salt Strong, a local company helping you become the best fisherman or fisherwoman possible. Check out our #lkldhaven section and see if you know anyone! Add the hashtag to your next IG or FB post and you might find it in the next issue of LKLD. We didn’t include a calendar of events yet, however, we do have a Top Ten list. Please be safe. If you’re sick or at high risk, don’t go out and continue to social distance yourself. Have a great July! Amy Sexson Editor/Partner LKLD Magazine amy@destroyermedia.com
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JULY VOLUME 3 ISSUE 10 Publisher Chris Sexson chris@destroyermedia.com Editor Amy Sexson amy@destroyermedia.com Managing Editor Tara Crutchfield tara@destroyermedia.com Photographer Amy Sexson amy@destroyermedia.com Art & Production Manager Steven Maynard steven@destroyermedia.com Social Media Manager Brooke Allen brooke@destroyermedia.com Ad Director Christine Campbell christine@destroyermedia.com Advertising Consultant Susan Mayrant susan@destroyermedia.com LKLD HAVEN is published twelve times a year by Destroyer Media & Marketing. LKLD distributes 13,500 copies a month with 7,701 mailed to homes and 5,800 copies available at select locations throughout Lakeland. For advertising information please contact: christine@destroyermedia.com To submit to our calendar: amy@destroyermedia.com Office: PO Box 1607 Winter Haven, Florida 33881 863-225-8658
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MUNN PARK RALLIES DIFFERED IN TONE AND CONTENT
COMMUNITY MEETINGS ON RACE RELATIONS FOLLOWED PROTESTS
MASK ISSUE STIRS MASSIVE ONLINE DEBATE
SMALL BUSINESSES, RESIDENTS CAN APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID
CITY MANAGER TONY DELGADO ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT
June was a month when people were still being urged to avoid large crowds. But it was also a month when people in Lakeland and all over the country felt called to make their voices heard about racism following George Floyd’s death in Minnesota under police custody. Different sounds dominated at four gatherings held in Munn Park last month. Shouted chants at the first Black Lives Matter rally were replaced by gospel music at the second. Passionate preaching was heard at a Thursday night prayer rally whose speakers were Protestant pastors and a congressman. And a Juneteenth observance focused on achievements by community volunteers.
Protests in Lakeland were followed by several attempts to begin community conversations about race relations. The first two were organized by Lakeland native Al Lewis and focused on ways to forge better dialogue between Black residents and leaders at City Hall and the Police Department. At the end of June, city commissioners held a large community forum on relations at the RP Funding Center. “We see this as an opportunity to listen and to understand,” City Manager Tony Delgado said.
Just when we thought no topic could stir as much passionate division in Lakeland as the Confederate monument and the Florida Avenue Road Diet, a new one came up: mask mandates. Arguments lit up social media when the City Commission considered making masks mandatory on June 22. Health leaders urged a mask order, saying it would help them save lives by preventing the spread of COVID-19. But commissioners took no action on a proposed mask order. Mayor Bill Mutz predicted the issue would re-emerge as the disease continued spreading.
Small business owners and residents in Polk County who faced financial harm from the coronavirus can still apply for a portion of $70 million in assistance the county has received from the federal government as part of the CARES Act. Residents and business owners can find more information, eligibility requirements, documents needed and links to applications at https://polk-county.net/ polk-cares-2020. “Small businesses have suffered throughout the pandemic, so anything we can provide them to keep their doors open or reopen will help our economy,” said Jake Polumbo, chairman of the Central Florida Development Council.
When Tony Delgado was offered the chance to become Lakeland city manager in September 2015, he and his wife talked it over and decided he should give it at least five years. Delgado announced recently that he will retire in September 2020 — five years after becoming the head of Lakeland’s municipal administration. City commissioners are hiring an executive recruitment firm to conduct a national search for the next city manager, but said they are also considering local applicants. The search is expected to cost up to $35,000.
NEW FACILITIES WILL DISTRIBUTE HEALTH ITEMS, POPCORN
SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFERS ALTERNATIVES WHEN CLASSES RESUME
ST. JOSEPH ACADEMY CLOSES AFTER 82 YEARS
TILES WITH LAKELAND HISTORY SCENES LINE LAKE PARKER TRAIL
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Two recent announcements show that northeast Lakeland is still attractive to companies looking to distribute goods to metro areas in Florida and beyond. First came news that HCA Healthcare will be the sole tenant of a 713,000-square-foot spec warehouse in University Park at Bridgewater, built on a former golf course off State Road 33 just south of I-4. A little bit south of there, on Combee Road, Farmer Jon’s Popcorn is moving into a 7,280-square-foot building where it will manufacture and distribute its flavored, hull-less popcorns made famous on QVC.
When Polk public schools reopen in August, parents will have the option to send students back to a conventional classroom or maintain distance learning. The school district says it wants to “return to as much of a traditional classroom experience as possible” with the addition of frequent cleaning, hand sanitizers and symptom screenings. Students who wish to maintain distance learning are urged to enroll in Polk Virtual School. Info: polkschoolsfl.com/reopening.
St. Joseph Academy, Lakeland’s oldest private school, has closed 82 years after it was founded. School leaders said the pandemic reduced fall enrollment to unsustainable levels and told parents of its 185 K-8 students that their children would be welcome at other Catholic schools in Polk County. Parents launched a campaign to keep the school open and said they had been given no warning that closing the school was being considered.
People walking, jogging or bicycling along the western shore of Lake Parker are now getting an artful look at Lakeland history along with their exercise. The former 5-foot sidewalk has been transformed into a 10-foot asphalt multi-use trail accented with painted tiles showing scenes from the last 100 years in Lakeland. The art was created by students at 10 public schools. Most of the pieces are on 1-foot-by-1-foot tiles placed along the edge of the trail and around a circle at its southern base, but the path includes 10 eight-foot-square murals that span the sidewalk.
When Chef Terry Doner took a sabbatical from his cozy, off-the-maindrag gourmet restaurant last fall, he wasn’t sure he’d return to the food biz. But during a restorative visit to New England he convinced himself to re-open Chef T’s Garden Grill. This time, though, he’s recruited a new chef. Italo Casini, known locally for high-end Italian eateries, is running the kitchen in the 94-year-old restored house on Gary Road.
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THANK We want say thank you to our community! Your support over this challenging time has been amazing. We are very grateful to live and work in Lakeland. Come join us for a cold beer! Our live music and food truck schedule are back and in full swing. Check us out on FB for more details and full line up. We have some great beers coming up in the coming months and can’t wait to share them with you! Cheers Lakeland, we appreciate you! 9
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LAKELAND TOP 10 LIVE MUSIC Swan Brewing is back to regular hours with some of the best food trucks and musicians around. Check their FB page @swanbrewingco for the schedule of trucks and live music. As the summer goes on, expect to see more events listed and new beers on tap.
GRB’S ROOTS RUN CLUB Grove Roots Brewing is hosting every Thursday at 6pm! Offering 2 routes, 1.5 miles or 3 miles around Downtown Winter Haven. Roots Run Club is the perfect after-work active social. Want some swag? $20 for a Roots Run Club shirt gets you a discount on beer for the day of the run! Groveroots.com
TRIVIA Weekly live trivia event at Craft + Kitchen hosted by Triviosity Live Events. Every Thursday from 7-9pm. 3234 S Florida Ave, Lakeland. Prizes to the Top 3 teams. Craft + Kitchen is Florida’s first independent beer bottle shop offering 300+ beers. Lunch & dinner is served 7 days a week. cklakeland.com
POUR YOUR OWN Visit Union Taproom in Winter Haven for Polk County’s first “pour your own beer” experience. Over 40 selections of craft beer, wine & ciders on tap. Live music and food trucks every weekend. Check their FB page @uniontaproom for up to date food & music info.
OPEN MIC NIGHT July 6, 6-9pm at Gram Parsons Derry Down. Beginners, veteran performers or singer-songwriters can perform up to 3 acoustic songs. All ages welcome, seating is limited, temperatures will be taken at the door, social distancing will be enforced, and masks are greatly appreciated. gpderrydown.com
THE RESILIENT GARDENER July 11, 2-3 pm. Join Bok Tower Garden Educators for an online gardening class for “Right Plant Right Place.” The class has been planned and created for Central Florida gardeners of all skill levels. Free/members or $10/ non-members. 863-676-1408 Must register in advance at boktowergardens.org
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ART STUDIO Get crafty and creative at Explorations V Children’s Museum. Free for members and included with general admission. No pre-registration required. Every Friday at 109 N Kentucky Ave. from 10-30-11:30am. (863) 687-3869
MACRAME WORKSHOP July 18 6pm at Unfiltered in Bartow. Learn to make a plant hanger in this beginner-level class. No prior experience is needed. Class fees include instruction, supplies and refreshments. Ages 14 and older are welcome to join. Class size is 6 people. To reserve a spot, visit Unfiltered, 160 Broadway Ave. (813) 481-1234 $45
FARMERS MARKET Shop local vendors at the Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market every Saturday from 8am-1pm throughout July, rain or shine. Visit the FB page @FarmersCurbMarket for the latest info. The market is in downtown Lakeland on N Kentucky Ave near Munn Park.
DOWNTOWN DATE NIGHT July 24, 5-8:30pm in downtown Lakeland. Enjoy downtown after dark with stores open late, live music, giveaways and more! Visit downtownlkld.com for the latest info. Complete your night at a local restaurant, call ahead to reserve.
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the great one tank trip
“There was nowhere to go but everywhere, so just keep on rolling under the stars.” Jack Kerouac, On the Road
Road trips are an affordable, totally customizable, and super fun way to take a quick vacay with the family. With many people opposed to sitting in the close quarters of an airplane, a minimal-contact road trip is just the ticket. Not to mention, roadtrippers will benefit from the lowest gas prices in 17 years, according to AAA. Now might be the perfect time to take a quick trip and get out of the house. We’ve compiled a list of 20 excellent One Tank Trips here in Central Florida that are easily made on one tank of gas. We’re lucky to live in Polk County because we’re in the middle of everything! There’s a great place to visit in literally every direction. The CDC advises people not to travel if they’re sick, are in a higher-risk group for COVID, or live with someone who is. As social distancing guidelines remain in place, travelers may be required to wear a face mask when they stop for gas, groceries or other supplies. Hotels and restaurants are not filling to capacity, please reserve ahead of time or bring your own food. Plan ahead & be safe out there! havenmagazines.com
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Anna Maria Island
Distance from Polk County – 81 miles
A barrier island on Florida’s shimmering Gulf Coast, Anna Maria Island is a popular beach destination for much of Central Florida. It has an island life vibe and a favorable selection of public beaches on which to sun and swim. Popular beaches include Manatee Public Beach, Anna Maria Public Beach, Bean Point Beach, Coquina Beach, and Bayfront Park. If a beach day is what you’re after, pack a cooler, a towel, SPF and you’ll be good – or take out the boat (or rent one) for saltwater fishing and sealife spotting. A weekend stay in one of the many cheery, beachy-hued condos on the island is preferable to get in all that AMI has to offer. Take the Island Trolly up and down all 7 miles of the island for free. Something to do, eat, or buy will be within walking distance of one of the trolly’s 80 stops. Expect a getaway packed with swimming, seafood, and shopping. Bridge Street is one of the island’s hot shopping spots lined with boutiques and bistros. Make your way down the historic Bridge Street Pier to Anna Maria Oyster Bar (AMOB on the Pier) where you can enjoy oysters and other seafood fare as you watch the shades of orange and pink sun sink beneath the drink. If you haven’t yet dropped from said shopping, roam Pine Avenue for more craft shops, food, and the like. Another must-dine Anna Maria pier restaurant is a beach-casual spot on the far north end of the island, Rod and Reel Pier. Not only does this oft called “hidden
gem” serve Gulf favorites, but guests can also bring a fishing pole and cast from the restaurant’s dock and walkways for a small fee. Additional views and vendors can be found each week on Sunday and Wednesday from 10 am to 4 pm (check their Facebook, @BeachMarketAtCoquinaBeach for updates on COVID closures) at the Beach Market at Coquina Beach. Stroll the market for “fresh produce, arts and crafts, jewelry, local artists, scarves, apparel, pottery, purses, health and beauty items, music and more,” according to their Facebook page. If you’re imbibing during your trip, the island has plenty to choose from. For a Hurricane that won’t make you panicbuy supplies and Sex on the Beach that won’t get you arrested (maybe), stop into Hurricane Hank’s for a beer-battered fish sandwich and tropical cocktails. A trendy stop to get your medicine is The Doctor’s Office, a craft bar located in a real former doctor’s office. The good doc offers craft cocktails, beer, wine, and small plates to sober up. I believe the saying goes, “A stiff drink a day keeps the doctor away.” This is just scratching the surface of the adult beverage offerings on the island. After you’ve dumped the sand from your swimsuit and assessed the sunburn you swore you wouldn’t get, don’t forget to get your photo in the clink at the old Anna Maria City Jail. This is a frequented photoop on the island with “no roof, no doors, no windows, no bars, no guests for yrs and 13 yrs.”
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Clearwater is a great visit for more reasons than one – the powder sugar sands of Clearwater Beach, shelling at Honeymoon Island State Park, the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, shopping at the Pelican Walk Plaza. But the food scene is really where it’s at! First on the brunch docket is Clear Sky Beachside Cafe. They technically call it breakfast with “an upscale twist,” not brunch. Nonetheless, we’re talking bennies and Bloody Marys within view of the cobalt Gulf. This elevated breakfast menu also includes the likes of quiche, Belgianstyle waffles, beignets and berries, bellinis, and mimosas – pinkies and bottoms up! For seafood and hush puppies to rave about according to one top-secret source (his name’s Steven), check out Crabby’s Dockside. For unmatched sunset views and drinks, Jimmy’s On The Edge is it. Another open-air Clearwater bar, known for dreamy views and their famous super grouper sandwich, check out Frenchy’s Rockaway Grill. Soak in the coastal vibe, play a little pool, and sip on a Dirty Banana or Frenchy’s Famous Frozen Rum Runner (also a Steven two thumbs up recommendation). Bonus tip: retro digs are only a ten-minute walk away from the bar – a trés chic 60s throwback boutique motel, Frenchy’s Oasis Motel.
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Distance from Polk County – 83 Miles
A place as notable as Steinhatchee for scalloping in the Sunshine State is Crystal River. Check the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission website for information on the scalloping season and limits for the area at myfwc.com. Another reason for visiting Crystal River is the potential for sea cow spotting. In the colder months of the year, mid-November through late March, manatees flock to the warmth of the springs. Three Sisters Springs, a part of the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge has a boardwalk with viewing platforms for ample view of its turquoise waters and manatees that gather there. For a full list of admission prices to Three Sisters Springs which differs by age and time of year, visit www.threesistersspringsvisitor. org. To get chummy with these sea creatures, book a swim or snorkel with one of the many close-encounter tours in the area. Maybe you’ll get a manatee hug or flipper-five!
Manatee Watch at Crystal River Distance from Polk County – 125 Miles
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De Leon Springs State Park & The Old Spanish Sugar Mill Distance from Polk County – 112 miles Have you ever been sitting at a restaurant and thought, ‘I sure wish I could make some fluffy pancakes at this very moment, at this very table... And after that, I want to go camping and take a boat tour and go swimming and maybe birdwatching,’? Have we got the place for you! According to floridastateparks.org, De Leon Springs was once called Acuera or “Healing Waters” by the Native American Mayaca who lived on the land for at least 6,000 years. The website also notes, “The spring run was once used to turn a sugar cane mill followed by a grist mill to turn corn into flour during the Civil War.” The Old Spanish Sugar Mill rests beside the spring, another attractant to the park. “Originally constructed in the 1830s to crush sugar cane utilizing the power of the 16 – 18 million gallons of water flowing from the spring daily, the mill features a 30-foot undershot waterwheel. The mill was rebuilt around 1900. A chimney, which remains on the site, was part of the original sugar mill operation…,” according to oldspanishsugarmill.com. After being destroyed twice, once during the Second Seminole War and then again during the Civil War, the mill was saved by fifth-generation grist miller, Peter Schwarze in 1961 from a final scheduled deconstruction. He leased and restored the mill, “once again grinding flour in the mill building,” and eventually started The Old Spanish Sugar Mill Grill and Griddle House which is still family-operated to this day. The experience is a very hands-on breakfast with guests served two types of the Mill’s homemade batter, “one containing stone-ground corn, wheat, rye,
whole wheat, and buckwheat flours and the other made from unbleached white flour,” according to their website. Guests are the masters of their breakfast destiny as they flip their flapjacks tableside with the electric griddle at the center of the table. The restaurant does have other breakfast and lunch offerings that aren’t made tableside. Today the spring is part of the Florida State Park system and is well-known and loved for its camping, swimming, birding, hiking, and other aquatic activities from boat tours to scuba diving, snorkeling, and paddling. The shimmering waters of the spring are perfect for a dip at a constant 72 degrees. The roughly 500 feet circumference of the swimming hole is surrounded by grassy areas, tables and grills (first come, first serve), as well as four picnic pavilions available for rent. Once you’ve had your fill of fluffy pancakes and cooled off in the spring, hop aboard the M/V Acuera with Captain Frank for the Eco/ Heritage Boat Tour. The 50-minute tours depart four times daily and explore De Leon Springs State Park and Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge. According to the park’s website, “As we explore nature, we will also talk about the area’s 6,000 years of history and some myths. Was Ponce de Leon really here? Whatever your interest, you are sure to enjoy your time with us.” Day adventurers can enjoy the park from 8 am - sunset, 365 days a year with a fee of $6 per vehicle to enter. For overnight campers, cabin and campsite reservations 17 can be made from one day to 11 months.
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Hey, your best friend deserves a trip this summer too – life can be ruff when you’re stuck at home all day. Fort De Soto Dog Beach Park southwest of St. Pete has 4.4 out of 5 dog bones on bringfido.com, so you know it’s legit. Fort De Soto Park itself is over 1,100 acres spanning five interconnected keys. Fort De Soto Dog Beach Park is actually the only place in the park where dogs are allowed on the beach and not required to wear a leash so you and Fluffy can frolic freely. Leashed pets are welcome anywhere in the park other than public beaches, piers, and buildings. Don’t forget to bring plenty of fresh drinking water for your bark buddy beach day! Here’s a dog/ human beach activity checklist: 1. Play – frisbee, fetch, swimming, digging, you know the deal 2. Meet new friends, say hello – sniff all the butts (the last part is exclusively for dogs only) 3. Slow-motion Baywatch run together (buy dog sunglasses for full effect) 4. Instagram photo montage (use #lkldhaven and #kindachill and you might make it in the next issue!) 5. Wash up at the park’s dog wash station and hang your heads out the window all the way home
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We hope you and your pet babe have a great day of sand, sun, barks, and belly rubs!
Distance from Polk County – 93 Miles
Are you brave enough to enter the Devil’s Den? It’s not as dramatic or evil as it sounds, promise. Devil’s Den Prehistoric Spring located in Levy County, is a subterranean spring within a dry cave. The year-round 72 degree waters plunge to a maximum depth of 54 feet covering 120 feet of surface diameter. According to devilsden.com, the cave “has been home to many extinct animal fossils dating back to the Pleistocene Age, which are on display at The University of Florida’s Museum of Natural History.” For decades, the spring has attracted divers and snorkelers from near and far. The privately-owned scuba diving training center offers scuba diving 7 days a week. Open Water Certification or above and a dive “buddy” are required for admission. Admission is $38 per diver and $8 for air-fills with full and individual equipment rentals available. Night dives are available by reservation. If diving isn’t your thing, perhaps you’ll enjoy snorkeling which does not require any certifications to participate. Children under 6 are not permitted access to Devil’s Den and due to COVID-19, parties must make reservations to snorkel. Admission prices are $15 per person Monday through Friday and $22 per person on Saturday, Sunday, and holidays. These prices do not include a mask, snorkel, and fins that are required for admission. But have no fear if you leave yours at home, you can rent them there. Make a weekend out of it at the tent campgrounds, R.V. park, or cabins available for rent. Downtown Williston is less than ten minutes from the Prehistoric Spring. You can grab a bite at The Ivy House Restaurant, BubbaQue’s BBQ, Sister’s Place, and more local haunts.
Devil’s Den Prehistoric Spring Distance from Polk County – 138 Miles
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Once you’ve taken a dip at the Devil’s Den, check out their website for a list of other springs as close as two miles away like Blue Grotto to the south, or Silver Springs 30 minutes to the east which offers glass-bottom boat tours!
West Palm Beach
Distance from Polk county – 155 Miles
Foodies and culture cognoscente will love this South Florida slice of paradise. This is a coastal city dripping in fine cuisine, arts, and culture (oh, and shopping). Described as a “foodie paradise,” West Palm has an offering of eclectic eats. Enjoy Asian small plates, gyoza tacos, dim sum, noodle dishes (duh), and craft cocktails at Kapow! Noodle Bar. Slurp your noodles amidst their sidewalk seating to take in the pulse of West Palm. For some of the best pho and other Vietnamese street food, check out Inch & Ounces – and snap an Instagram photo with their “Crazy Pho You” neon sign in the background for extra social media cred. Buccan gives a fresh perspective on an upscale casual dining experience. The dining space is unbuttoned, juxtaposed with exceptional seasonal small plates and craft drinks. Other recommendations include Eccho for their “mouthwatering” Peking Duck and sushi as well as the Avocado Grill. E. R. Bradley’s Saloon, an open-air waterfront favorite of locals and visitors, boasts beachy cocktails and bites including Baja local fish tacos and Aloha classic cocktails. Bring your credit card because the shopping at Rosemary Square is killer. Rosemary Square has a stunning water pavilion fixture to admire from a distance or dance in if you please. Stop and make a wish at The Wishing Tree while on your shopping excursion. At night, the 26-foottall installment flaunts a breathtaking display of 100,000 full-color-spectrum LED lights across its 10,000 leaves. “The lighting algorithm is inspired by the fluid
behavior of South Florida’s inherent weather systems,” according to www. rosemarysquarewpb.com. Another highend shopping experience can be had just over the Flagler Memorial Bridge in the botanical backdrop of Palm Beach’s The Royal Poinciana Plaza with 50 handselected brands to shop. Once your belly is full and your wallet hopefully not too empty, check out the city’s arts and culture offerings. The exhibition, George Cohen: Artist of the Chicago Avant-Garde is up now through September 6, 2020, at the Norton Museum of Art. Or you can snag tickets to a performance at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts downtown. Across the bridge to Palm Beach is the Henry Morrison Flagler Museum, a 75-room Gilded Age estate and museum. If you’re more of an animal than arts person, head back into West Palm to the Palm Beach Zoo. Guests can admire over 190 species of animals – everything from tamarins to toucans, ocelots to otters, and koalas to Komodo dragons. Fun fact, the Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society sponsors conservation efforts throughout the world. During your visit, you’ll likely notice the blue bikes around town. These are a part of the SkyBike Bike Share, a pay-as-you-go bike share available through the nextbike app. You can rent a bike to suit your needs from 30 minutes, the whole day, or even monthly if you’re planning an extended stay. The bike share is a great way to burn off all the calories from your West Palm foodie adventures!
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What would a Florida One Tank Trip list even be without rockets? You could say this trip is out of this world – the atmosphere is great. You will need to make space in your calendar to shuttle your kids here. Your galactic adventure to The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex will dive into history and soar towards the future of space exploration with the many exhibits, historic spacecraft and memorabilia, IMAX theaters, and bus tours of the spaceport. Though there’s plenty of fun for adults, this is one trip that could inspire our smallest future astronauts and shuttle engineers. According to www.kennedyspacecenter. com, “Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is organized into Mission Zones — allowing you to weave your way through the U.S. Space Program in chronological order: Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Shuttle and beyond!” During your visit, check out the Rocket Garden displaying gargantuan rockets from NASA’s Mercury, Gemini and Apollo programs. Walk the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame, take a peek at the Hubble Space Telescope Theater, and captain a mission at the Astronaut Training Simulators.
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If all that space exploration works up an appetite, land at the Orbit Cafe or Rocket Fuel Food Truck and moonwalk your way to get some Space Dots for dessert.
Distance from Polk County – 106 Miles
Little Gasparilla Island is an easy-paced coastal getaway. Fishing, lounging, swimming, and sunning should be at the top of your to-do list for this One Tank Trip. This barrier island is about two and a half hours southwest of us hugging the Gulf. There are no paved roads on Little Gasparilla which mean personal boat, rental, or water taxi are the only way to and from the mainland. Beach houses and island bungalows can be rented for your secluded coastal retreat. There are three choices of transportation around the island – walking, bicycle (if you bring yours across to the island), or golf carts available at Little Gasparilla Island Carts. There are no restaurants or grocery stores on LGI. Stock up and bring over your trips-worth of groceries when you take your boat or water taxi. Exploring the island, swimming, snorkeling, shelling, wildlife watching, boating, fishing, and stargazing are wellloved pastimes on LGI. If you’re looking for something else to pass the unhurried island time, search out Little Gasparilla’s hidden-away doorless, unattended lending library known as Hoot’s Library.
Little Gasparilla Island
Distance from Polk County – 102 Miles 21
Antiquing & Minimalism in Mount Dora Distance from Polk County – 84 Miles
The best treasures await in Mount Dora. Antique shops, markets, and eclectic dining options abound in this sweet Central Florida town. A Mount Dora shopping must is Renninger’s Twin Markets. This sprawling collection of flea and farmers markets, and antiques and consignment shops sits on 117 acres of land. Up for the taking at Renninger’s Flea and Farmer’s Market every Saturday and Sunday from 8 am to 4 pm are everything from clothing and crafts to fresh produce, meats, foliage, and beyond. Their Indoor Antique Center, open every Friday from 10 am to 4 pm and every Saturday and Sunday from 9 am to 5 pm, is a 40,000 square-foot air-conditioned antiquer’s haven with over 180 booths as well as a consignment area within. Following the same operation hours as the Antique Center are Renninger’s Street of Shops. This alley of antiques is an open-air trail of walkways through a series of small buildings. According to their website, renningers. net, their Mt. Dora Markets, “are also home to a large number of special events including antique fairs and extravaganzas, Cars and Guitars shows and swap meets, vintage garden shows, and much, much more.” There’s another Renninger’s on the east coast in Melbourne, FL, and two in Pennsylvania. Mount Dora’s The Village Antique Mall has more than 60 vendors in its 12,000-square-foot air-conditioned mall. In business for over 20 years, The Village Antique Mall is open seven days a week, offering “a huge and ever-
changing collection of antique furniture, jewelry, lighting, garden iron and decor, shabby chic, glassware, American art pottery, fine fishing collectibles, pocket watches, knives, books, Asian antiques, nostalgia, and retro items,” according to villageantiquemall.com. There is no shortage of dining options in Mount Dora. Treat yourself to traditional Cuban dishes at Copacabana Cuban Cafe or enjoy Fine Bone English China and High Tea at The Windsor Rose Restaurant and British Tea Room. A highly recommended gastro-go-to is the bookish dining hideaway The Goblin Market Restaurant & Lounge. Head to historic downtown to enjoy cocktails and around the world cuisine amidst cozy book-lined shelves or in the lush Goblin Market courtyard. Round out your trip in the spirit of “ingenuity, resourcefulness and innovation” at the Modernism Museum. Reflect on the functional figures of the museum’s collections Ettore Sottsass and Memphis (including pieces from the estate of David Bowie), Wendell Castle, Wharton Esherick, and George Nakashima. Finish at the Modernism Museum Shoppe for a minimalist memento or two. This may be a trip best saved for late Fall, November 28 from 4:30 to 9 pm, to be specific. With new-to-you treasures in tow, you’ll want to visit Donnelly Park and downtown Mount Dora for their 39th Annual Light Up Mount Dora which will boast over 2 million gleaming lights. 22
Old Town
Distance from Polk County – 54 miles
Nostalgic music, classic cars, shops, and rides transplanted from the Main Street USA of yesterday, Old Town is the epitome of Florida roadside attraction kitsch. The park opened in 1986, located on US 192 in Kissimmee just up the road from what would later be Celebration. The park, open daily from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. has its share of rides like bumper cars, a classic carousel, an arcade, a haunted house, and a five-story roller coaster aptly named the Hurricane. The Ferris wheel will give you a birds-eye-view of Old Town, and all the surrounding neon rides, minigolf, larger than life tourist gift shops and magic that dot the 192 strip. Old Town’s weekly classic car shows draw crowds to their brick-lined streets to enjoy cruising classics and hot rods. Friday night is the Muscle Car Show followed up by Saturday night’s Classic Car Show.
Guests can grab a bite or beverage at the numerous restaurants, bars, and grab-and-go options within the park from burgers and sushi to pub fare and pizza. Top it off with some Sweet Dreams Ice Cream! Just about anything kitsch, camp, and beyond can be found in the row of shops up and down its main street – all things leather, sunglasses, Tiki, retro memorabilia, gemstones, crystals, magnets, soap and more – even beef jerky. It is an embarrassing right of passage to remember your trip with either a Caricatures by Characters or an old-timey portrait at Old Town Portrait Gallery. If you haven’t yet had your fill of fun, walk directly next door to Fun Spot for even more rides and attractions!
This One Tank Trip comes to us courtesy of someone we profiled this month – Joe Simonds with Salt Strong! “Weedon Island is a cool place for the whole family. It’s essentially a park that has both a kayak launch [...] and on the other side you have the boat launch,” said Joe. “It’s right in between Tampa and St. Pete so you have all the restaurants of St. Pete and everything in Tampa.” Joe says there are tons of fish to be caught at Weedon Island Preserve. According to www.weedonislandpreserve.org, “Located at the end of Weedon Drive NE, the fishing pier stands in nearly the same location as the historical bridge that once connected Weedon Island with neighboring Snell Island to the south.” In addition to fishing, boating, and kayaking, many nature enthusiasts enjoy the preserve for hiking its boardwalks and trails (which are handicap accessible) and bird watching. A 45-foot observation tower is situated along the west boardwalk loop overlooking the preserve with views of Tampa and St. Pete beyond.
Weedon Island Preserve
Joe-Tip-Pro-Tip: Go mid-week and try to get there earlier in the day, especially during the summertime. This once-hidden gem has gained popularity and can get a bit crowded.
Distance from Polk County – 74 Miles
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St. Augustine
Distance from Polk County – 167 Miles
With a history steeped in settlers, soldiers, and restless spirits, St. Augustine is the place in the Sunshine State for history appreciators, ghost aficionados, and seekers of everlasting youth. Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Leon landed near what would eventually become St. Augustine in 1513. He claimed the newly discovered territory which he dubbed La Florida or “place of flowers” for the Spanish Crown. In September of 1565, Spanish admiral and explorer Pedro Menéndez de Avilés founded the city of St. Augustine, securing it’s spot as “the oldest permanent European settlement on the North American continent,” according to OldCity.com. Predating the establishment of the Jamestown, Virginia colony by 42 years, the city’s history has its share of siege, pirates, ghost stories, and magic. One such tale notes Ponce de Leon in search of an elusive Foundation of Youth. Those interested in the city’s history can visit Ponce de Leon’s Fountain of Youth Archeological Park. The Park features numerous history-centric exhibits including blacksmithing, the Spanish Lookout Tower, and the Spring House feeding up water from the Florida aquifer and proverbial Fountain. Guests can even buy a keepsake bottle to fill with water from the Fountain of Youth for agelessness on-the-go. The bones of the Old City are as impressive as its spirit. Cobblestone streets dissect stunning Spanish architecture. Admirers of architecture will enjoy the Villa Zorayda Museum. This historic Gilded Age museum was built in 1883 for Franklin Webster Smith. According to the museum’s website, Smith, “replicated architectural details of the Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain.” Now patrons can take 45-60 minute self-guided audio tours of the grand space with the price of admission. Old City visitors can get another good dose of history and Spanish Renaissance architecture with historic tours of Flagler College.
Perhaps the most impressive structure in St. Augustine is the massive coquina fort and national monument, Castillo de San Marcos. Virtual tours are available online, and in-person visitors can pay admission to explore the grounds themselves. At certain times on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, spectators can watch soldier reenactors in period garb, fire cannons from the fort’s gundeck. An assortment of walking, trolley, and horse and carriage tours of the city are available. Some dive into the depths of St. Augustine’s history while others focus on Old City specters. Some of St. Augustine’s most notorious haunts are said to linger around St. Augustine’s Old Jail, Castillo de San Marcos, The Spanish Military Hospital, and the Casablanca Inn – just to name a few. Book a room at the Casablanca or the St. Francis Inn Bed & Breakfast for a potential night of frights… if you dare! (Other than the alleged hauntings they are charming inns, so you’ll have a nice stay regardless. Or there’s a Hilton if you’re a chicken.) If all that ghost hunting and history works up your appetite, the Old City has quite the selection of eateries. Fan favorites include Harry’s Seafood, the historic district’s Collage Restaurant along with The Floridian Restaurant, or the Columbia Restaurant founded in 1905 serving traditional Spanish fare. Connecting mainland St. Augustine to Anastasia Island is another historical landmark, the Bridge of Lions, completed in 1927. A few miles over the double-leaf bascule bridge on Anastasia Island, frothed Atlantic waves lap at the sunbleached brown sugar shores of St. Augustine Beach. Accommodations to stay on the island include a few chains and independent hotels, resorts, and inns. A selection of restaurants dots the island as well. Head back over the bridge into St. Augustine and take a stroll from the historic Old City Gate down St. George Street for some of the city’s best shopping! 24
Scalloping in Steinhatchee
If sitting on the boat waiting for a bite isn’t the kind of fishing you like, grab your snorkel and flippers for some scalloping in Steinhatchee. One of the furthest trips on our list up in Big Bend territory, the seagrass beds of Steinhatchee are a treasure trove.
Distance from Polk County – 202 Miles
You’re in luck, the Gulf Coast scalloping season is in full swing from June 15 through Labor Day. You can captain your own boat, rent or charter from one of the many local companies like Sea Hag Marina and Florida Saltwater Flats Fishing Charters. Scalloping requires a valid Florida fishing license which can be purchased online through the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission or at a number of retail and sporting goods stores. From July 1 through Labor Day in Steinhatchee, the limit is 2 gallons of whole bay scallops in the shell or 1 pint of bay scallop meat with a maximum of 10 gallons of whole bay scallops in the shell (½ gallon of bay scallop meat) per vessel, according to the FWC guidelines. After a day of pluckin’ and shuckin’, we’ve been told the perfect end to a scalloping excursion is to drink in the sunset overlooking the Steinhatchee River with the Gulf just beyond over a bite to eat at Roy’s Restaurant.
Vero Beach is an artsy and affluent community on Florida’s Treasure Coast. Shopping, dining, and mini-mansions line the breezy stretch of Atlantic road called Ocean Drive. An opulent Ocean Drive Beach Resort & Spa is Costa d’Este, owned by singer Gloria Estefan and her husband Emilio. This type of retreat leaves little need to flit the resort’s accommodations to spoil yourself with its ocean views, spa, beach access, high-end Cuban-fusion restaurant, and Cabana Bar. For an upscale dinner on the town, The Tides restaurant serving dishes from Conch Fritters to Cedar Planked Cold Water Salmon is just a fourminute walk from the resort. For a dose of greenery, education, and exhibitions, visit the 18-acre tropical hammock at the McKee Botanical Gardens. After roaming the botanical wonderlands at Mckee, visit the Vero Beach Museum of Art (VBMA) to admire the current exhibition. This summer is Avery to Warhol: Summer Salon at VBMA followed in the Fall by Christo and JeanneClaude.
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Wat Mongkolratanaram of Florida Distance from Polk County – 57 Miles Wat Mongkolratanaram of Florida (or Wat Tampa as most people call it) is a Theravada Buddhist Temple for religious ceremonies, meditation, and Dhamma (teachings of Buddha) study. It was established in 1981 and moved to its current location in 1983. The Sunday Market started in 1987 with only two tables and has since grown into a food paradise for thousands of people every Sunday. Volunteers serve authentic Thai food prepared by Temple volunteers from 8:30 a.m. until about 1 p.m. with all proceeds going back to Wat Tampa. Most menu items are $6 or less, and they can include grilled pork or chicken on a stick (my favorite of the day), Pad Thai, various chicken curry dishes with vegetables, egg rolls, Guiteow (beef or pork noodle soup), Som Dom (Thai Papaya salad), and a wide variety of Thai desserts, Thai tea and Thai coffee made with sweet cream. You can get your food packed to-go, or stay and eat right there. Just steps away underneath the shade of mature trees are havenmagazines.com
plenty of picnic tables where you can sit and hang out. Each menu item is more than enough for one person, so there’s always plenty for later. This is a familyfriendly environment and a fun way to try all kinds of food without spending a lot of money. While you’re there, you can shop for Thai fruit trees, herbs, orchids, and hanging plants in the delightful outdoor Plant Market next to the picnic tables. Visitors can also go inside Wat Tampa if they’d like, to see inside of a Buddhist Temple. Please remove your shoes and leave them outside. The Sunday Market accepts CASH ONLY, so come prepared. The Wat Tampa is a very beautiful place with traditional Thai architecture and even a dragon or two. Restrooms are clean and easily accessible. My best advice is to arrive early and don’t let the lines fool you, they go quick. Check their website, wattampainenglish.com for updates on potential closures in response to COVID-19.
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Wekiwa Springs State Park
Distance from Polk County – 79 Miles
When was the last time you took a camping trip with friends? Wekiwa Springs State Park with its year-round 72-degree spring waters, boasts trails, canoes, kayaks, swimming, rafting, and more – the right addends for the sum of a memorable nature retreat. The park has 60 campsites with water, electrical hook-up, a fire ring with a grill, and a picnic table along with two restrooms with showers in the camp area. For a more sequestered experience, try the primitive campgrounds of Camp Cozy or Big Fork. Ten people are comfortably accommodated at each site with a fire pit, grill, benches, and picnic table. Otter Camp and Big Buck Camp on Rock Springs Run are only reachable by water with no vehicle access. If you don’t have your own, canoes and kayaks can be rented within the park. For these sites, reservations are required 60 days in advance. Camping arrangements for groups and equestrians are also available. For more info visit www.floridastateparks.org/parksand-trails/wekiwa-springs-state-park. 27
A Wekiwa Springs State Park primitive camping veteran described the campsite he stayed at as “overlooking the spring with a large tree you can walk along that overhangs the spring.” He and his group of friends rafted upstream to the site for a four-night trip. “Everything was brought in with us and taken out. Some of the best campfire cooking I have ever had. Each person took a turn cooking a meal,” he remembered. Their choice of activity included chilling out, swimming, and hiking. He said, “So many funny stories… all leading to the end with four people paddling in a semi-deflated raft, two paddling with their sandals, one with her hands and the other steering with a broken oar held loosely together with duct tape. Reaching ground with the canoe rental employees laughing their asses off.” Gather up your friends, best spooky stories, s’mores ingredients, and camping gear for a memorable trip to Wekiwa Springs that will doubtless leave you with some funny camping tales of your own.
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park Distance from Polk County – 102 Miles Over 70 years ago, on October 13, 1947, guests gathered in an 18-seat theater to watch the first Weeki Wachee mermaid show. In the decades following, the park has grown and continued its magical mermaid tradition. Weeki Wachee was named by the Seminoles, meaning “little spring” or “winding river.” A seemingly bottomless natural spring, its final depths have yet to be reached. One hundred and seventeen million gallons of 74-degree, crystal clear spring water flows every day from the spring into the Weeki Wachee River before making its way another 12 miles into the Gulf of Mexico. By the 1950s, Weeki Wachee was one of the nation’s most popular tourist attractions. In 1959, the American Broadcasting Company purchased Weeki Wachee and started promoting the mermaid shows across America. They updated the theater to sit 16-feet below the surface of the spring. The three-inch glass walls across the front allow everyone in the 400-seat theater to see the show. By havenmagazines.com
the 1960s there were 35 mermaids, eight shows a day, and a half-million visitors a year. Limestone makes up the side of the spring’s 100-feet wide basin where the mermaids swim. In 1982, Buccaneer Bay water park opened. The park is Florida’s only spring-fed water park. It is built around the springs with four water slides, three of which drop riders into the springs. In addition to a natural lazy river, Buccaneer Bay has a water play area and wading pool for children six and under called Lil’ Mates Caribbean Cove. Covered pavilions are available for picnicking as well as concessions for snacks and drinks and a seasonal restaurant. Kayak rentals, paddling adventures, and riverboat cruises are also available at the 538-acre Weeki Wachee Springs State Park which became a Florida State Park in 2008. Currently, the park and water park are closed for remodeling. Expect the mermaid shows and the park to reopen in the fall. Watch their FB page for updates @WeekiWacheeSprings 28
Sponges aren’t the only thing that will absorb your attention during this One Tank Trip. This coastal Gulf town drips with Greek heritage, culture, shopping, and food. Tarpon Springs has plenty of scenic parks, an aquarium, the LeepaRattner Museum of Art, and the stunning Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral – all the trappings of an interesting trip.
Tarpon Springs
Distance from Polk County –89 Miles
Most memorable perhaps are the Sponge Docks which are of historic industrial importance to the town – it is after all the Sponge Capital of the World. Boat tours and sponge diving demonstrations with divers in full vintage diving gear, complete with the hard-hat helmet are a great way to learn about the town’s former leading export. Pick up a memento at many of the local shops, some of which specialize in sponge wares like The Sponge Factory, The Sponge Exchange Shopping Village, and Spongeorama Sponge Factory. There is an abundance of shops in Tarpon Springs to buy handmade items like soap, jewelry, Greek gifts, and more (including sponges and sponge accessories, of course). Many of the most beloved spots to gorge on Greek goodies hem Dodecanese Boulevard. Hellas Restaurant and Bakery is one such eatery serving traditional Greek meals and authentic Greek pastries since 1970 (they’re known to have some of the best baklava in Tarpon Springs). Other highly regarded Greek cuisine worth a stop along Dodecanese Boulevard include Mykonos, Mama’s Greek Cuisine, Mr. Souvlaki, and Dimitri’s on the Water.
Fifteen hours and eleven minutes. That’s how long it takes to fly from Florida to Japan. It’s a trip I one day hope to make, but in the meantime, we Polk County residents (Polk-Countians?) are fortunate enough to have a Japanese museum and gardens celebrating their rich and elaborate history mere hours away in Delray Beach. The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens underscore Japanese culture through exhibitions of Japanese art and artifacts. Roji-en, the name of their Japanese gardens means ‘Garden of the Drops of Dew.’ According to their website morikami.org, these gardens were, “designed to be a living exhibit as an extension of the museum. Its six distinct gardens are inspired by, but are not replicas of, significant gardens of Japan. Designer Hoichi Kurisu has created a unique garden conceived and constructed in the spirit of the masters.”
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens Distance from Polk County –174 Miles
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Their premier collection of bonsai is worth the visit alone. The Dr. Ron and Arlene Kessler Walk explore the bonsai exhibit and the art which inspired it including the technique of training and sculpting. Check their website for information on upcoming bonsai classes. Among the peaceful gardens is the Yamato-kan, the original museum which is the home to two permanent exhibits. Before you part, overlook the gardens while savoring Pan-Asian inspired fare at the museum’s Cornell Cafe.
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Want to take a road trip a little closer to home? We asked the experts at Visit Central Florida for some of their favorite places to go here in Polk County. From viewing a zebra from your car to sitting down to a proper tea, there are so many things to do in our own backyard.
LAVENDER N’ LACE / THE STABLE HOME DÉCOR & BARN ANTIQUES Featuring homemade food, unique signature teas and artisan wares for sale in the gift shop, Lavender N’ Lace Tearoom in the rolling hills of Lake Alfred offers visitors an escape from the usual. Offering an array of more adult fare from throughout Europe – think crepes, cottage pie and chicken curry – a trip to Lavender N’ Lace Tearoom is a trip to a simpler, slower time where a conversation over a meal was expected. Open from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Sunday. For another antique shopping and dining experience, right around the corner, The Stable Home Décor encompasses several shops and a restaurant. This rural shopping mecca is a family affair, owned and operated by the Wales family for over 50 years. Enjoy a leisurely lunch at The Back Porch Restaurant then spend the afternoon hunting treasures in the shops. The Back Porch is known for its quaint picnic basket lunches that include soup, salad, sandwich, dessert and a drink, all for one low price. The charming dining room features hand-painted tabletops and large stained glass windows. Weather permitting, you can also dine on the wrap-around covered deck overlooking the nature pond. The Stable is a unique home decor and gift shop filled with wonderful accessories to suit a variety of tastes, including framed prints, lamps, mirrors, wreaths, floral arrangements, fragrances, jewelry and more. The Back Yard Garden Shop is a shaded, outdoor shopping venue, featuring seasonal plants and garden accessories such as birdhouses and fountains. The Seasons Gift Shop is the perfect place to refresh or embellish your holiday décor with items for all your seasonal celebrations. The Barn Antiques (closed for summer), offers a selection of fine imported European antiques. Shops open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., restaurant 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
LAKELAND Home to the largest collection of its kind in the world, Lakeland remains one of the most weekendworthy cites to visit in Florida. More than 80 years after famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright constructed his vision of a “College of Tomorrow” at Florida Southern College, the largest one-site collection of the architect’s work still draws visitors from around the world. Envisioning the campus rising out of the ground, Wright dubbed the collection the “Child of the Sun.” Incorporating native sands, shells and glass into the concrete blocks, he arranged the buildings as an homage to an orange grove. Guided tours are available or you can opt to walk around yourself. Just don’t miss the crown jewel, the Annie Pfeiffer Chapel, or Wright’s piece domestic bliss, the Usonian House. Located nearby is one of the top-10 art museums in the state, the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College. With an extensive permanent collection of contemporary and modern art, it remains home to rare 19th-century Japanese woodblock prints as well as ceramic plates made by Pablo Picasso. The outdoor garden area showcases a number of permanent sculptures. The museum is closed Mondays as well as major holidays. Visit polkmuseumofart.org before heading out. If you prefer your art al fresco, Lakeland’s murals fit the bill. Found on buildings throughout the city, the selfie-worthy works dot the city. Some of the more memorable ones include the angel selfie wall behind Born & Bread Bakehouse, 1113A S. Florida Ave. or, just a block away, the #Made in Lakeland mural at 1035 S. Florida Ave. Within driving distance on the same road is the mural of the French frigate L’Hermione at 3825 Florida Ave. S behind the Mahoney Group building. More can be found through a simple Google search.
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CITRUS TRAIL As a top citrus producer since the mid-1800s, Polk County has earned the title Florida’s Sweetest Spot. You’ll find many sweet treasures dotting the landscape and there’s even a Citrus Label Driving Tour. Used as marketing tools to distinguish brands, citrus labels were popular from the early 1900s through World War II. The artistic labels depicted Floridian heritage, flora, fauna and historical sites. The tradition of citrus labels ended as cardboard boxes replaced wooden crates due to scarcity from the war effort. Today, enlarged reproductions of these colorful, vintage labels can be found at more than 20 locations across Polk County. For a truly authentic Florida experience, you can pluck an orange straight from the tree and enjoy the golden treasure inside. Ridge Island Groves offers this experience on their grove tours. Afterwards, cool off with a delicious citrus soft-serve cone and peruse their open-air store. For more citrus delicacies, check out the candy factories at Davidson of Dundee and Webb’s Candy Shop then stop for dessert at the Taste of Florida Café at Lang Sun Country Groves. Co-founder Mary Lang’s famous grapefruit pie recipe found world fame after being featured on The Food Network show “Epicurious!” and is an enduring staple on the café’s menu. Surrounded by orange trees, the Florida’s Natural Growers Grove House in Lake Wales offers up more sweetness with assorted samples of their premium juices and a gift shop featuring a wide range of citrus treats and keepsakes. Don’t miss the video tour to see how juice starts as fruit before it is squeezed, packaged and delivered to a supermarket near you. Florida’s citrus season generally runs from October through May, so please check days and hours of operation before visiting those above. For more information, go to VisitCentralFlorida.org.
LEGOLAND FLORIDA RESORT Ahoy matey, and welcome landlubbers to LEGOLAND Florida Resort’s newest reason to visit, the Pirate Island Hotel! The first LEGO pirate-themed hotel in North America, this on-site accommodation invites brick fans to vacation like a pirate. Just steps from the entrance you and your band of privateers can enjoy the resort-style pool, family-style dining and pirate-themed entertainment, including s’mores around the campfire, a 9-hole miniature golf course, daily builds with Master Model Builders in the lobby and pontoon rides on Lake Eloise. And when you and your staycationers are back in the room, the kids can enjoy their own separate sleeping area, LEGO bricks to play with, and their own flat-panel TV with complimentary On-Demand content. Of course, just steps away is the 150-acre interactive LEGOLAND theme park. Featuring more than 50 rides, shows and attractions, restaurants, shops, the LEGOLAND Florida Water Park, two hotels, a beach retreat and a botanical garden, there is plenty to do all day long. Tiny pirates can jump into the LEGO wave pool or the interactive water-play structures of Joker Soaker and DUPLO Safari to the apt named Build-A-Raft River and Creation Cove to cool down, then hop on the pink-knuckle rides like the Coastersaurus. For a more immersive experience, head on over to LEGO Movie Land to the Triple Decker Flying Couch or, for some old school fun, jump on Mia’s Riding Adventure disc coaster. Please note, LEGOLAND Florida Resort has changed some procedures due to the Coronavirus pandemic, including temperature taking at the gate, social distancing at restaurants and stores and stringent cleaning measures. For more information visit www.legoland.com
WILD TIMES But if you really want to get wild, we’ve got a place for you. Tucked away down a winding road seemingly in the middle of nowhere, these wide-open spaces, flat topography and miles of lush field isn’t the sand-and-surf that most think of as Florida. This is where cattle and cowboys once roamed. It is the perfect veld-like setting for Safari Wilderness Ranch, an African safari type experience. Here, cattle still roam, but they are Watusi, the African version of the longhorn, known by their distinctive upright horns that can reach eight feet in length. Opened in 2012, the ranch – a 260-acre expanse – is not a zoo. Here, the animals roam freely, grazing and interacting with each other much like they would at home in Africa or Asia. Eland, water buffalo and antelope mingle with zebras and Watusi cattle, while lemurs dance away on an island in the middle of it all. There are even breeds here that you can no longer find in Africa, such as the Scimitarhorned Oryx. Extinct where they originated, this type of antelope thrives in game farms around the United States. Normally, visitors only have four choices of excursion types – safari bus, kayak safari, camel expedition and llama trek, with most opting for the safari bus, which offers the most shade from Florida’s intense sun and allows visitors to enjoy up-close encounters with the wildlife the park offers. But for a limited time, Safari Wilderness is offering a guided, hour-long drive through tours, allowing you to view the exotic animals around you while observing social distancing. Led by an ATV-riding tour guide, vehicles allowed must be full-sized SUV or smaller. Motorcycles or commercial vehicles are not allowed. For more information or to book your tour, visit safariwilderness.com.
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Salt Strong: Rising Tide Third-generation Central Floridian, angler, author, and entrepreneur Joe Simonds lives in Winter Haven with his wife, Dr. Loren Simonds, and their three children. Fish, or more the memories made catching them, drove Joe and his brother Luke to start an angler-centric company offering products and real-time tips to their fellow fishermen. These memories go back to fishing with friends in Winter Haven.
a company with absolutely zero business plan,” he said. Eighteen months went by and not a penny had been made. Their tentative business plan hinged entirely on selling ads to their site which had more than a sizable chunk of traffic for a fishing niche site – 500,000 visitors in one month. A larger potential advertiser fell through. Joe described the feeling as heartbroken, saying he even went back to look into their non-compete agreement, only solidifying that they had to make this work. “That was one of those pivotal moments where we couldn’t go back,” he said. They stepped back and thought about the massive following they had and reasoned, “Let’s just listen to them and figure out what they want. It turned out a lot of them just wanted education.”
The Lakewood neighborhood surrounding Lake Otis and Lake Link is where Joe and his brother and friends “cut their teeth,” if you will. “Back then kids could go out without parents and we didn’t wear bike helmets and we went out and picked worms in the garden, threw them on a hook, and caught as many fish as we could,” said Simonds. “We would go from house to house and dock to dock.” Not only had fishing been a cement for childhood friendships, but it also served to unify his own family. The brothers would spend every summer at their grandfather’s condo in Daytona Beach getting a taste for the saltwater side of the hobby.
They found sporting goods stores lacking in the education department. They offered all the equipment and none of the know-how. “It’s not really helpful if you don’t know how to use it. No one’s actually teaching you how to use all the stuff to find the fish,” said Joe. Magazines and television shows, though useful, felt a bit topical to these entrepreneurial anglers. Wonderful articles and brilliant photos, but no ‘reel’ guidance.
When their grandfather passed away two years ago, weeks before his 94th birthday, Joe said the twelve grown grandkids all had a few beers and exchanged memories about their grandad. “Every single story was about this beach house and fishing and learning how to tie knots on the beach,” he said. “His entire legacy was essentially this little beach house that we all were raised at every summer.” That family unity and connection to the outdoors deepened by their love of the sport was the catalyst for what would become Salt Strong.
What started as two brothers and a simple video educationbased service five years has exploded into an 8 full-time employee business offering tips, education, and products with even bigger plans over the horizon. Salt Strong only started offering fishing gear about a year ago, a piece that has proven fundamental to their business and the services they provide. “We sell the lure, and on the back-end, we teach them how to use it and find the fish,” said Joe. One of the most popular items in their full suite of tackle products is their Slam Shady lure.
FULFILLMENT IN FISHING When the brothers were able to drive, they began traveling the state for fishing adventures, even discussing dreams of a future fishing company. They would one day have that company, but as fate often does, the path to it was circumvented a bit. After high school, Joe went the route of a financial advisor before moving into a wholesaling career.
Salt Strong’s niche within the angler community lies in the immediacy of the information they provide. Someone on their team (often Luke) will spend all day on the water fishing and filming, relaying trends in real-time. “By the end of the day, all of our members can see exactly where he was, it’s truly real-time, on-demand, what’s working right now,” said Simonds. “We have at least one new piece of content every day – seven days a week.” A large part of their content is for the public, but Salt Strong reserves the best of the best, including revealing fishing spots, for their members.
At 28 years old, Joe was diagnosed with melanoma skin cancer. He recovered and came out the other side of his battle with the realization that life was too short to be unfulfilled. He quit his job to start his own wholesaling company which his brother eventually joined. Out of the blue in 2014, two gentlemen from Arizona approached the Simonds’ about buying their financial services company.
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Together Joe and Luke have caught a snook from a thirdstory balcony in Tampa and even found a Salt Strong theme song, “Fishing in Our Soul.” WPCV 97.5 FM radio host Sara Michaels who went to school with Joe, heard the song (originally by John Gunter) and texted Joe. He got
In December of 2014, the Simonds closed the deal, signing a two-year non-compete agreement which meant Salt Strong – which they started the following month – had to work. “Then we did the dumbest thing possible – we started
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goosebumps his first time listening and put in to buy the rights. They did, reworked the song a bit to reflect their saltwater niche, and had Hunter Smith sing and produce it. They recorded the music video in just two days. “It was the perfect song for what we represent,” said Joe. “Our whole mission is about uniting families through fishing.”
“At some point, this generation are going to be the politicians, they’re going to be the ones making the decisions, they’re going to be the high-powered attorney who’s making the decision – do we take all this beautiful land and all these estuaries and all this beautiful pristine area and leave it like it is or do we build a parking lot on it?” he said. “If those kids have never experienced those memories with their friends and families – regardless of if they’re fishing or not, just seeing what nature is there – they’re probably going to make the decision to go with the money.”
With these and many other fond Salt Strong memories behind them, the brothers look to secure their place in the future of fishing in Central Florida. Sooner rather than later, you could enjoy an indoor Salt Strong facility in Winter Haven. They are ever-thankful for the connections they can make online but look forward to uniting people face to face with plans to even offer coaching. “Think of a Bass Pro but with casting ponds inside the place where you can learn how to cast a rod or see what your lure should look like underwater,” Simonds said of the concept. Beyond that, the brothers have sights set on acquiring a 50+ acre property somewhere in Central Florida to create an experience even bigger and more unique around their brand.
To encourage children and young adult anglers, Salt Strong has devised an incentive membership. Their normal membership is $97 a year which includes 20% off their rods, reels, and all fishing tackle, plus all the invaluable real-time information they pull together. For a parent just making ends meet or the broke college student that wants to get more into the sport, Salt Strong has rolled out the Thirty Under Thirty program. Anglers under 30 years of age can get a membership for $30 a year. “A big part for us is not necessarily just catching fish, it’s how can we make sure that our kids and their kids and their kids have the same experiences and at least the same opportunities that we did to go fishing.”
INSPIRING OUR FUTURE FISHERMEN In step with their mission of family unity through fishing, Joe encourages getting your kids outside. “I don’t expect all of them to love it like we do, but to get them outside and exposed to it.”
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Jimmy’ s Famous Seafood Express In 1974, Jimmy Minadakis converted a former farmhouse turned bingo hall into what would be his legacy restaurant in Baltimore, Maryland. “He came over from Greece with nothing, started working as a busboy in Washington D.C.,” said his middle son, Nik Minadakis. Jimmy saved up money to move to Baltimore where he opened a bar with his brother. After closing their bar Jimmy opened his namesake restaurant that endures 46 years later.
MAKE IT CRABBY “It’s Maryland-style seafood – fresh crab meat, fresh Gulf shrimp – everything is fresh and prepared to order,” said Nik. He uses the same seafood suppliers as their restaurant to maintain that same quality of the product for his food trucks and the Lakeland restaurant he plans to open within the year. “Our most popular dish is by far the crab cake. It’s 6 ounces of all Jumbo Lump Maryland crab – all fresh crab meat.”
Nik moved to Florida ten years ago and opened up the food truck six years ago. His goal was to bring the sumptuous flavors and well-loved reputation of Jimmy’s in Maryland to the Sunshine State in hopes of one day opening a brick and mortar here.
People also flock to the truck to get their hands on Jimmy’s Kung Pao Shrimp Tacos and Mahi Tacos. Whatever you do – make it crabby! You can add their crab dip to anything on the menu. You can add fries to any meal and make those crabby too, topped with their infamous crab dip, crab meat, Old Bay, and chipotle sauce.
Today, Nik’s older brother John and younger brother Tony run the northeast family eatery. Nik carries on the legacy here with his wife Frances and two sons Demetri and Pavlo.
Nik described their crab dip as “a Maryland tradition.” They put it on pretzels or dip their homemade onion loaf. People even order extra sides of it to use in their culinary endeavors at home. What can’t be made better by topping it with crab dip? For more of a surf and turf vibe, treat yourself to a Crabby Patty – an 8 oz. hamburger patty smothered in crab dip and topped off with fresh crab meat. Their Grouper
Nik’s food truck, Jimmy’s Famous Seafood Express is an homage to their Maryland location. He says that’s worked out well down here not only for the new fans of their food, but the many Marylanders that make the connection, often asking, ‘Jimmy’s! So, which son are you?’
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sandwich and Crabby Chicken sandwich are popular as well.
height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Jimmy’s donated over 3,500 meals to essential and emergency workers. Nik likes to see the reverberations of their positive energy and actions. Bartow Ford took a note from Jimmy’s and donated 800 meals, GEICO donated 1,000 meals, and Mark Lanier with State Farm donated 400, according to Nik.
Jimmy’s Famous Seafood Express travels all over Central Florida, frequenting lunch spots and breweries around Polk County like Brew Hub, Grove Roots, Swan Brewing, Front Page Brewing, and La La Land Liquor & Lounge. Nik is in the process of converting his second Greek food truck into another Jimmy’s Famous Seafood Express to meet the demand for their mouthwatering Maryland-inspired fare. Check their Facebook to see their location schedule!
Their Baltimore restaurant employs more than 100 people. During the pandemic, they didn’t have to let anyone go. They opened three food trucks to ensure that all of their staff were able to continue to earn a living.
The plan from the start was to open a brick and mortar restaurant in Lakeland mirroring their Maryland concept. “Within the next year we will absolutely have a restaurant,” Nik said. He plans to offer their food truck favorites and add even more to the Lakeland food scene including steamed crabs on the weekends, and a variety of raw, grilled, and baked oysters.
Every year, Jimmy’s Seafood Express supports Toys for Tots and puts together a Thanksgiving meal for the Salvation Army. “We take the food trucks down there and instead of giving them the typical turkey dinner they’re going to get four times for the two weeks of Thanksgiving, we donate a seafood dinner,” he said. Additionally, Jimmy’s started a scholarship in honor of a family member who passed away two years ago. “We started a scholarship in her name, the Maria Nikolaidis Scholarship Fund,” Nik said. They put together a golf tournament, raising over $8,000 for a student to be able to attend All Saints Academy in Maria’s name.
The food and digs will be fresh. He wants to cultivate a “laid back and fun” atmosphere. Nik plans to keep the famous food trucks in action too. A COMMUNITY FOCUS “Jimmy’s is not just a restaurant – we do a lot for the community too. That’s how we were raised, it started with my dad and my mom,” he said. “He always taught us to be there for others and to help others if you’re in the position to help.”
This overflowing giving spirit is a mentality the Minadakis brothers share – instilled by their father. Jimmy passed away 17 years ago and Nik said every day they wake up to make him proud. “We have to keep him proud – it’s not make him proud once. We have his name,” he said.
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Ultimate Road Trip Cold Brew! No matter where you’re headed this Summer, this refreshing Cold Brew recipe will be the perfect road companion - it’ll keep you refreshed, energized, and save you from having to drink gas station coffee! (oh no, no, no!)
1. Grind 4 oz of coffee in a coarse setting (i.e. same setting as French Press). Central and South American beans are always great choices for cold brewing! Make sure your beans are fresh (but not too fresh - wait at least 3-4 days from the roasting date) for the best experience.
First things first... what exactly is Cold Brew? The name practically gives it away... it’s coffee brewed at cold temperatures, over extended periods of time. It is actually distinct from hot-brewed or pour-over coffee served over ice - which is Iced Coffee! In fact, what makes Cold Brew special is that cold brewing over long periods of time favors the extraction of specific components, while hot brewing methods tend to extract all soluble components. This is mainly due to the different solubility rates of different components at different temperatures. Caffeine, for example, is only slightly soluble (~1-2 g/100 mL) in cold water, yet highly soluble in hot water (~65 g/100 mL). Naturally occurring phenolic acids are also more soluble in hot water, which often means a much lower astringency on cold brews! (i.e. a smoother cup)
2. Place your ground coffee at the bottom of your French Press (or inside a built-in filter, cloth or paper filter on your Cold Brew maker). Pour 4 cups (32 oz) of spring water, and mix with a spoon, ensuring all your grounds are wet. 3. Steep for 18-22 hours under refrigeration (do shorter times for a more delicate flavor, longer times for a stronger flavor - never exceed 24 hours, as you may extract longer, bitter components). Plunge your French Press and transfer to a storage or serving container, or remove the filter with the grounds from your Cold Brew maker. Your concentrate is ready! 4. Keep refrigerated and serve over ice, or add any sweeteners, milk or flavors as desired. You can pack the concentrate with ice to keep it cool during short trips. Keep it in a cooler and re-fill your insulated cup on long trips! We doubt you’ll have any leftovers, but if you do… you can make coffee ice cubes! Happy cold brewing and safe travels!
Now that you understand some Cold Brew chemistry... it’s time to have some fun making it! Here’s our step-by-step Cold Brew recipe (you can make this one in a 4-cup French Press, or adapt it to a larger batch if you have a Cold Brew maker!):
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What is Lifecare? Lifecare, according to AARP , usually offers unlimited assisted living, medical treatment and skilled nursing without the fear of additional charges or needing to move from the community you love. “Health care costs tend to rise drastically as care needs change in assisted living and skilled nursing communities,” says Jeanie. “Lifecare communities give the security of knowing rates won't change even as care needs begin to rise. Residents who are part of our Lifecare program pay the same monthly rates for those services as they’ve always been ®
With the security and peace of mind of Lifecare, it’s no surprise why The Estates at Carpenters is the right choice for a perfectly planned retirement lifestyle. Schedule a tour and talk to our residents and team about why Lifecare at The Estates at Carpenters just makes good financial sense! Discover the uncompromised retirement lifestyle you deserve. Schedule your visit today!
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WELLNESS FOR THE
We know how important lifelong learning and a healthy mind are. We also know that many retirees never want to stop learning or exploring. This is why we have an array of wellness opportunities for the mind. Each day is a chance to learn something new and challenge yourself.
How Wellness Programs Enhance Life at The Estates
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t The Estates, wellness programs are interconnected with everything – from fitness and nutrition to outings and cultural opportunities. With a focus on body, mind and spirit, it’s easy to see why residents are so excited about the possibilities of each day.
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Through cultural experiences, multiple social events and religious programs, The Estates cultivates wellness for the spirit. With a chaplain and chapel on site, Thursday night service with guest speakers, previous pastors who are part of the community, musicians who come to sing, and a weekly group Bible study, our residents can enjoy spiritual well-being. You can even join one of our online daily devotionals or programs now!
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All of these things and more contribute to making The Estates a wonderful place to live well – and age even better!
We have a full-time personal trainer on site who creates, coordinates and ensures residents have access to all the activities, programs and training they need. Marco Silveira, The Estates’ Wellness Coordinator, has a strong passion for older adults. He trains residents in our recently renovated and state-of-the-art fitness center. The design, equipment and programming were chosen specifically for multiple levels of health and physical abilities. Taking strengths and weaknesses, interests and goals into account, Marco trains residents one-on-one or in groups, and ensures that each resident understands the equipment to get them more comfortable with exercising.
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“WE ARE STILL LIVING THE RETIREMENT DREAM!” “We chose The Estates at Carpenters after doing extensive research on CCRCs and found that due to great financial stability, The Estates has thrived for 34 years. We are especially pleased with The Estates’ Life Plan Program and, since we have enjoyed over 30 years of camping and traveling, we are very impressed with the variety and quality of the daily activities and events provided at The Estates. During the last few months of uncertainty, everyone has been fantastic! There has been a very thorough screening process to get through the gate, great food and menu selections, groceries delivered to our door and constant updates from the amazing staff. We feel as safe as possible!”
– Dean and Tacy Sarbaugh
Call today or visit our website to see why NOW is the time! You can find out more about our limited remaining floor plans, check out our financial calculator and see the true VALUE of living at The Estates.
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259 ANNABELLE WAY.......................DAVENPORT........ 5/29/2020.......... $222,900
2041 CAROL PL.................................LAKE WALES.......... 6/3/2020........... $78,000
532 WINDRUSH DR..........................DAVENPORT........ 5/29/2020..........$225,000
1309 LAKEVIEW RD..........................LAKE WALES........ 5/29/2020........... $85,000
134 HILLCREST RD............................DAVENPORT.......... 6/8/2020..........$226,000
306 W STUART AVE..........................LAKE WALES........... 6/1/2020........... $90,000
119 BAY ST.........................................DAVENPORT.......... 6/5/2020..........$233,000
34 SUGAR PINE LOOP......................LAKE WALES.......... 6/6/2020........... $90,000
205 LUDISIA LOOP...........................DAVENPORT.......... 6/5/2020..........$233,000
926 DUNKIRK PL..............................LAKE WALES.......... 6/2/2020.......... $133,000
135 LANCASTER DR..........................DAVENPORT........ 5/29/2020..........$235,000
715 HILLSIDE AVE..............................LAKE WALES........ 5/29/2020.......... $155,000
497 BUCHANNAN DR.......................DAVENPORT........ 5/29/2020......... $242,000
412 E SEMINOLE AVE........................LAKE WALES.......... 6/2/2020.......... $163,000
111 LOBLOLLY LN...............................DAVENPORT.......... 6/2/2020......... $245,000
291 BEAR TRL....................................LAKE WALES.......... 6/8/2020.......... $170,000
311 BUCHANNAN DR.........................DAVENPORT.......... 6/5/2020..........$248,200
3057 DUNMORE DR.........................LAKE WALES........ 5/29/2020...........$172,500
140 EAGLEVIEW LOOP.....................DAVENPORT........ 5/29/2020...........$261,500
2859 ROSALIE LAKE RD....................LAKE WALES........ 5/29/2020........... $177,800
355 WILDFLOWER RD.......................DAVENPORT........... 6/1/2020..........$262,000
548 LAKE SUZANNE DR....................LAKE WALES........ 5/29/2020.......... $178,000
110 LOBLOLLY LN..............................DAVENPORT........... 6/1/2020..........$262,600
790 CHELSEA WAY...........................LAKE WALES.......... 6/3/2020...........$181,000
209 TANGLEWOOD DR....................DAVENPORT........ 5/29/2020..........$268,500
4090 DINNER LAKE WAY..................LAKE WALES........ 5/29/2020..........$207,000
804 RESERVE PL...............................DAVENPORT........... 6/1/2020......... $269,000
4444 STRATHMORE DR...................LAKE WALES.......... 6/2/2020............$211,700
133 LUDISIA LOOP............................DAVENPORT........ 5/29/2020.......... $277,000
14247 CAMP MACK RD.....................LAKE WALES........ 5/29/2020..........$255,000
339 TOMELLOSO WAY.....................DAVENPORT.......... 6/5/2020.......... $283,700
1050 CAMPBELL AVE........................LAKE WALES.......... 6/5/2020..........$259,000
235 WILLIAMSON DR........................DAVENPORT.......... 6/3/2020......... $285,000
1037 SUNSET DR...............................LAKE WALES.......... 6/5/2020......... $345,000
1203 OAK BLUFF DR..........................DAVENPORT........ 5/29/2020..........$285,200
6868 PALMETTO DR........................LAKE WALES........... 6/1/2020......... $350,000
413 ALMANSA ST..............................DAVENPORT........ 5/29/2020.......... $287,000
401 4TH ST.......................................LAKE WALES........... 6/1/2020..........$575,000
117 EAGLEVIEW LOOP.......................DAVENPORT........ 5/29/2020......... $288,000
301 EAGLE RIDGE DR........................LAKE WALES.......... 6/9/2020....... $1,450,000
112 TRINITY RIDGE CIR......................DAVENPORT........ 5/29/2020..........$293,400
LAKELAND
130 BACOPA PASS.............................DAVENPORT........ 5/29/2020..........$295,000
1511 LINCOLN AVE............................... LAKELAND.......... 6/4/2020........... $50,000
1207 OAK BLUFF DR..........................DAVENPORT........ 5/29/2020......... $306,600
413 W HULL ST.................................... LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020............$55,000
377 SUMMER SQUALL RD................DAVENPORT.......... 6/5/2020........... $310,100
531 OAK RDG...................................... LAKELAND........... 6/1/2020........... $56,000
535 PALOMA DR...............................DAVENPORT.......... 6/2/2020.......... $315,000
1003 ELIZABETH LN............................ LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020........... $65,000
1020 COVENTRY RD.........................DAVENPORT.......... 6/5/2020...........$315,500
6348 ENGLISH CREEK DR................... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020........... $65,000
512 SAPPHIRE DR..............................DAVENPORT........ 5/29/2020.......... $316,900
6104 ALLEN LN................................... LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020........... $65,000
373 SUMMER SQUALL RD................DAVENPORT.......... 6/2/2020...........$317,000
1118 N DAVIS AVE................................. LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020........... $80,000
381 SUMMER SQUALL RD.................DAVENPORT.......... 6/2/2020...........$324,100
1920 EDGEWOOD DR #C1................... LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020........... $84,000
393 SUMMER SQUALL RD................DAVENPORT........... 6/1/2020........... $327,100
1836 N CRYSTAL LAKE DR APT 84...... LAKELAND........... 6/1/2020........... $84,900
670 ORANGE COSMOS BLVD...........DAVENPORT........ 5/29/2020......... $340,000
1910 BEECHWOOD............................. LAKELAND.......... 6/3/2020........... $86,400
450 BONVILLE DR............................DAVENPORT.......... 6/2/2020......... $340,000
1836 N CRYSTAL LAKE DR APT 59...... LAKELAND.......... 6/8/2020........... $88,000
267 YELLOW SNAPDRAGON DR.......DAVENPORT.......... 6/2/2020......... $344,000
3599 BOWDENS RD............................ LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020........... $90,000
723 ORANGE COSMOS BLVD...........DAVENPORT........... 6/1/2020......... $350,000
524 CRAWFORD ST............................ LAKELAND.......... 6/4/2020........... $90,000
184 FELTRIM RESERVE BLVD.............DAVENPORT........... 6/1/2020..........$462,300
1428 COLONNADES CIR..................... LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020........... $95,000
LAKE ALFRED
5245 GREENBRIAR RD........................ LAKELAND........... 6/1/2020...........$110,000
172 CALADIUM AVE........................ LAKE ALFRED.......... 6/4/2020............$74,900
410 BASSEDENA CIR........................... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020............$117,500
332 CALADIUM AVE....................... LAKE ALFRED.......... 6/8/2020........... $80,000
601 BEECH AVE................................... LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020.......... $125,000
LAKE WALES
2506 BROADWAY ST.......................... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020...........$129,900 5719 GRANITE LN................................ LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020.......... $132,000
10340 KISSIMMEE BLVD...................LAKE WALES........ 5/29/2020............ $51,000
634 COTTAGE LN............................... LAKELAND.......... 6/8/2020.......... $134,000
119 EDGEWOOD BLVD......................LAKE WALES........ 5/29/2020............$55,000
2210 WOODS TRL............................... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020.......... $135,000
1121 BIG OAK DR................................LAKE WALES........ 5/29/2020........... $60,000
2207 IVEY LN...................................... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020.......... $135,000
7 BEAVERKILL DR.............................LAKE WALES........... 6/1/2020........... $65,000 havenmagazines.com
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4919 POCAHONTAS LN...................... LAKELAND.......... 6/4/2020.......... $136,000
931 POINT WAY................................... LAKELAND........... 6/1/2020......... $220,000
2706 HEMPSTEAD DR........................ LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020.......... $136,900
6520 CALUSA DR............................... LAKELAND.......... 6/4/2020......... $220,000
4173 WINDING VINE DR...................... LAKELAND.......... 6/4/2020...........$137,000
748 GRASSLANDS VILLAGE CIR......... LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020......... $220,000
821 SUGAR PL..................................... LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020.......... $139,900
4026 SUGAR CREEK LN...................... LAKELAND.......... 6/9/2020......... $220,000
204 EASTSIDE DR............................... LAKELAND.......... 6/8/2020.......... $139,900
8223 CAMPBELL CROSSING CIR......... LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020..........$220,200
11309 ROCKRIDGE RD........................ LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020.......... $145,000
1605 EWELL RD................................... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020..........$222,000
4185 SHADE TREE LN.......................... LAKELAND........... 6/1/2020.......... $145,000
3829 HAMPTON HILLS DR.................. LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020..........$225,000
911 E VALENCIA ST.............................. LAKELAND........... 6/1/2020.......... $152,000
6345 BEECHNUT DR........................... LAKELAND........... 6/1/2020..........$225,000
2522 BROADWAY ST........................... LAKELAND.......... 6/9/2020.......... $156,000
3929 WHITE IBIS RD........................... LAKELAND.......... 6/3/2020.......... $225,200
1928 BEECHWOOD DR....................... LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020.......... $159,000
8244 CAMPBELL CROSSING CIR........ LAKELAND.......... 6/8/2020..........$225,400
1245 EWELL RD................................... LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020..........$160,000
5781 MALLARD DR.............................. LAKELAND.......... 6/4/2020..........$226,000
761 COCKATOO LOOP........................ LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020..........$164,000
2325 CASPIAN DR............................... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020...........$227,900
4 LOMA VERDE................................... LAKELAND.......... 6/4/2020.......... $165,000
2020 BLUE HIGHLANDS DR................ LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020..........$228,500
3116 TROY AVE.................................... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020..........$168,000
1938 PRISTINE LOOP.......................... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020..........$229,000
2613 RALPH RD................................... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020........... $171,000
4128 SALT SPRINGS LN....................... LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020..........$229,000
3804 HAMPSTEAD LN........................ LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020.......... $175,000
4640 DEESON RD............................... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020......... $230,000
1954 BRUCE ST................................... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020.......... $176,000
3535 SOUTHCREST BLVD................... LAKELAND........... 6/1/2020..........$234,900
1324 VALLEY HILL E............................ LAKELAND.......... 6/4/2020..........$180,000
4136 SALT SPRINGS LN....................... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020..........$235,000
704 SCOTT LAKE VLG........................ LAKELAND.......... 6/8/2020.......... $183,000
3926 WHITE IBIS RD........................... LAKELAND........... 6/1/2020.......... $235,700
1010 LOWRY AVE................................ LAKELAND........... 6/1/2020..........$184,000
1799 ROCKY POINTE DR..................... LAKELAND........... 6/1/2020..........$236,200
568 GRASSLANDS VILLAGE CIR......... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020..........$188,000
3806 LAURELWOOD LN..................... LAKELAND........ 5/30/2020..........$236,400
2216 BRANDY PL................................. LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020.......... $189,000
7335 IBIS DR........................................ LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020.......... $237,000
7015 HONEYSUCKLE DR..................... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020.......... $192,000
2963 CREEKS CROSSING BLVD.......... LAKELAND.......... 6/3/2020.......... $237,900
3512 MILNER DR.................................. LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020.......... $193,000
1867 PRISTINE LOOP.......................... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020......... $238,000
5744 CRAFTON DR............................. LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020..........$194,000
8175 CAMPBELL CROSSING CIR......... LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020..........$238,900
7542 EASTVIEW PL............................. LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020.......... $195,000
3035 FORT SOCRUM VILLAGE BLVD.. LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020..........$239,900
2911 CLEVELAND HEIGHTS BLVD........ LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020.......... $196,500
7708 MERRILY WAY............................ LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020......... $240,000
8152 CAMPBELL CROSSING CIR......... LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020......... $204,800
312 HANCOCK ST................................ LAKELAND.......... 6/3/2020......... $240,000
233 BUCKHORN RUN......................... LAKELAND.......... 6/3/2020......... $205,000
3410 SUMMERWOOD WAY................ LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020......... $240,000
942 PEARLY RIDGE LN........................ LAKELAND.......... 6/2/2020..........$205,300
5220 WOOD THRUSH WAY................ LAKELAND.......... 6/4/2020......... $245,800
3964 HAMPTON HILLS DR................. LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020......... $209,000
7403 E FLORAL CIR............................. LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020......... $248,000
909 SIKES BLVD.................................. LAKELAND.......... 6/2/2020.......... $210,000
3580 PRESCOTT LOOP....................... LAKELAND.......... 6/4/2020..........$253,000
8211 CAMPBELL CROSSING CIR.......... LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020............ $211,100
3219 BUCKINGHAM AVE..................... LAKELAND.......... 6/8/2020..........$255,000
3233 GARDNER RD............................. LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020.......... $212,000
3872 LAURELWOOD LN...................... LAKELAND........... 6/1/2020..........$256,200
8049 BROOKESHIRE DR.................... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020...........$213,900
5249 WOOD THRUSH WAY................ LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020..........$259,500
930 PEARLY RIDGE LN........................ LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020.......... $214,200
2208 COUNTRY BND.......................... LAKELAND.......... 6/2/2020......... $260,000
581 GRASSLANDS VILLAGE CIR.......... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020.......... $215,000
825 ORANGE ST................................. LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020......... $260,000
5011 GREENBROOK LN....................... LAKELAND........... 6/1/2020.......... $215,000
1157 EDGEWOOD DR.......................... LAKELAND........... 6/1/2020..........$265,000
952 BLUE TIDE LN............................... LAKELAND.......... 6/3/2020.......... $216,600
3842 LAURELWOOD LN..................... LAKELAND........ 5/30/2020......... $268,600
5823 YARBOROUGH LN..................... LAKELAND.......... 6/2/2020........... $217,000
4771 HIGHLANDS PLACE DR............... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020..........$270,000
3921 WHITE IBIS RD............................ LAKELAND.......... 6/3/2020........... $218,100
6541 ALAMANDA HILLS CIR............... LAKELAND.......... 6/3/2020........... $274,100
8203 CAMPBELL CROSSING CIR........ LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020...........$219,500
4033 SOLAMOR ST............................ LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020.......... $279,700
6725 BORDEAUX BLVD....................... LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020...........$219,500
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5803 BUCK RUN DR........................... LAKELAND........... 6/1/2020.......... $281,900
2417 AVENUE C............................WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020...........$157,000
8022 DIAMOND CREEK LN................. LAKELAND.......... 6/8/2020.......... $282,700
3025 SILVERADO TER..................WINTER HAVEN........... 6/1/2020.......... $162,000
4178 TIMBER VALLEY WAY................. LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020..........$284,200
2642 RUTLEDGE CT....................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/3/2020.......... $163,800
1462 CYPRESS VIEW LN...................... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020......... $285,000
36 SAINT KITTS CIR.....................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/8/2020.......... $175,000
2608 DEER RACK LN.......................... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020......... $285,000
423 LANIER LN.............................WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020.......... $179,000
1845 GIBSONIA GALLOWAY RD.......... LAKELAND.......... 6/4/2020.......... $287,500
300 NW 22ND ST.........................WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020..........$180,000
211 BELMAR ST.................................... LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020......... $288,500
3041 CYPRESS GARDENS RD.......WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/2/2020..........$180,000
2411 COLONEL FORD DR.................... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020.......... $301,000
1288 HAINES DR..........................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/5/2020.......... $180,500
1824 COMANCHE TRL........................ LAKELAND.......... 6/3/2020......... $320,000
268 OLEANDER ST......................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/4/2020.......... $182,000
4036 SOLAMOR ST............................ LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020............$331,100
66 DEENA WAY............................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/3/2020.......... $185,000
308 LAKE HARRIS DR......................... LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020......... $349,900
198 OKALOOSA DR.....................WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020...........$187,000
1 GREYWICKE..................................... LAKELAND.......... 6/3/2020......... $350,000
256 BLACK SKIMMER LN.............WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/2/2020..........$190,000
1806 PINNACLE DR............................. LAKELAND.......... 6/3/2020......... $350,000
2036 LAKERIDGE DR...................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/5/2020..........$194,000
5613 MYRTICE LN............................... LAKELAND........... 6/1/2020......... $360,000
118 LAKE SEARS DR......................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/5/2020......... $202,000
6545 EVERGREEN PARK DR............... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020......... $385,000
602 SQUIRES GROVE DR.............WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020......... $209,000
2416 LAUREL GLEN DR....................... LAKELAND.......... 6/3/2020.........$440,000
1469 GRAND CAYMAN CIR..........WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/4/2020........... $211,000
3435 ASHLING DR.............................. LAKELAND........... 6/1/2020......... $449,000
4 GOLF VIEW...............................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/2/2020.......... $215,000
6671 CRESCENT LAKE DR................... LAKELAND........ 5/29/2020......... $450,000
4720 MAGNOLIA PRESERVE AVE.WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/3/2020.......... $215,000
5004 DORMAN RD............................. LAKELAND........... 6/1/2020.........$460,000
3165 ROYAL TERN DR..................WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020........... $217,000
1504 PARKER RD................................ LAKELAND........... 6/1/2020.........$468,000
174 GROVE BRANCH RD..............WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020.......... $218,000
6518 EAGLE VIEW LOOP..................... LAKELAND.......... 6/5/2020......... $479,000
2328 ROSE BLVD..........................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/5/2020...........$219,500
WINTER HAVEN
3153 ROYAL TERN DR..................WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020......... $220,000 3033 COUNTRY CLUB CIR...........WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020..........$225,000
516 AVENUE F..............................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/3/2020........... $50,000
267 BLACK SKIMMER LN..............WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/2/2020..........$225,600
2500 AVENUE J............................WINTER HAVEN........... 6/1/2020............$55,000
3180 ROYAL TERN DR..................WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020.......... $227,000
471 LAS CRUCES..........................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/5/2020............$72,000
3161 ROYAL TERN DR...................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/4/2020..........$233,000
471 LAS CRUCES..........................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/5/2020............$72,000
118 ODIN DR.................................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/2/2020..........$235,000
4033 ROLLING OAKS DR.............WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020............ $77,000
4267 STAFFORD DR.....................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/8/2020......... $236,000
925 AVENUE T.............................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/4/2020........... $80,000
543 HIGHFIN DR..........................WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020.......... $241,000
278 OAK ST..................................WINTER HAVEN........... 6/1/2020........... $85,000
5283 REID AVE.............................WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020......... $246,000
700 MIRROR TER APT 311............WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/2/2020...........$107,000
114 BELMONT DR.........................WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020......... $250,000
176 BLACK SKIMMER LN..............WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/3/2020........... $116,900
3245 ROYAL TERN DR..................WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020..........$254,600
203 BLACK SKIMMER LN.............WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/3/2020........... $116,900
3249 ROYAL TERN DR.................WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020..........$254,600
243 BLACK SKIMMER LN.............WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/3/2020........... $116,900
3253 ROYAL TERN DR..................WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020..........$254,600
1971 13TH ST.................................WINTER HAVEN........... 6/1/2020.......... $120,000
3257 ROYAL TERN DR..................WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020..........$254,600
1011 MEDINAH DR........................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/4/2020........... $121,000
3297 ROYAL TERN DR..................WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020..........$254,600
102 6TH ST JPV.............................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/4/2020.......... $125,000
3301 ROYAL TERN DR..................WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020..........$254,600
327 AVENUE B..............................WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020.......... $132,000
4042 GREAT EGRET DR...............WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020.......... $257,000
2268 4TH ST................................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/9/2020...........$135,900
130 GREENFIELD RD....................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/2/2020..........$276,000
99 VOLUSIA DR...........................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/2/2020.......... $136,000
1335 OAKMONT DR.....................WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020..........$278,500
1310 NW 28TH ST.........................WINTER HAVEN........ 5/29/2020.......... $143,000
2312 CANNON TER.......................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/5/2020..........$325,000
1440 DOUGLAS CT......................WINTER HAVEN.......... 6/3/2020.......... $145,000
316 LOCHEN CIR..........................WINTER HAVEN........... 6/1/2020..........$475,000
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