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Letter From the Editor Hello & Happy November! For our feature this month, we visit the Lakeland Women’s Collective. Founded by women for women entrepreneurs, artists, business owners and others stay connected. We also learn about the new GreenWise Market opening in December. We visit the famous Wonder House in Bartow and learn about the renovations they’ve done and how you can take a tour. For dinner we head out to a Lakeland staple, Jimbo’s Pit Bar B-Q! This place is so good! If you haven’t been in awhile, you should go back soon! We travel to Nashville and talk with a man that graduated from Bartow High School in 2003 and is now a full-time musician. Check out our Top Ten lists to find the best things to do around Polk County, Tampa & Orlando. Visit us at havenmagazines.com where you can read our Haven Magazine and see the very large calendar of events. (You can post your event on it, too!) Tag us with #lkldhaven on your IG or FB posts and you might find your pic in the next issue of LKLD. I hope you all have a very nice Thanksgiving! My husband Chris and I are very thankful for all of you, our readers and supporters. We can’t do this without you! Have a really happy November & I’ll see you around town-
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TORNADO RIPPED ROOFS, DESTROYED DWELLINGS, TOPPLED TRUCKS Cellphone alerts late on a recent Friday night carried an alarming message: A tornado spawned from Tropical Storm Nestor was threatening west Lakeland. Between 10:59 p.m. and 11:20 p.m. on Oct. 18, a tornado with peak winds estimated at 120 mph tore through nine miles from Carillon Lakes to Kathleen. With a maximum width of 525 feet wide, it destroyed houses and a 107-year-old church on New Tampa Highway. It toppled an 18-wheeler on I-4 and punched huge holes in roofs at Kathleen Middle School and Southern Wine and Spirits. One miracle: No deaths were reported, and injuries were minimal.
PALMER DAVIS HIRED AS CITY ATTORNEY AFTER BOSS’ ABRUPT EXIT Palmer Davis, a lawyer who has worked for the city of Lakeland for 18 years, took over as interim city attorney after his former boss, Tim McCausland, resigned as city attorney last month. McCausland had been arrested two days earlier as part of a weekday-morning sex sting by the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office in a Brandon motel. McCausland pleaded not guilty to “precursor acts facilitating prostitution.” McCausland will be getting retirement payments, but a $8,000 payout of accrued leave and sick time is being withheld until his guilt or innocence is established in court.
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LAKE MORTON PRESCHOOL PLAN FACES OBSTACLES
HERE’S A LOOK AT WHAT VOTERS FACE NOV. 5
GREENWISE WILL LET YOU KNOW YOU’RE IN LAKELAND
A plan to turn the historic Deen House in the Lake Morton area into a preschool brought a packed house and heated debate to a recent city zoning meeting. On one side: young parents frustrated by long waiting lists for preschools in central Lakeland; on the other: longtime neighbors who fear traffic tie-ups and damage to a landmark home. The promoters of Alta Schoolhouse face a few obstacles at City Hall: planners who want to see a plan for traffic circulation that doesn’t involve a narrow alley and historic preservationists who don’t support adding a fire escape or paved parking.
In addition to the two City Commission races we wrote about last month, the Nov. 5 Lakeland election ballot includes three proposals to change the City Charter. Item 1 mostly updates language to make it gender-neutral and eliminate outdated references. Item 2 tightens term limits for city commissioners and the mayor to a maximum of three terms. Item 3, the most controversial, lessens the barrier for selling Lakeland Electric from impossible to really difficult. Proponents say it’s needed to see what the utility is worth; opponents say the barrier should remain impossible.
The GreenWise Market opening on South Florida Avenue in mid-December will showcase its Lakeland locale through a handful of home-grown vendors and a mural by two local artists depicting Lkld landmarks. The store, across the street from the Lake Miriam Publix, will be the fourth in Publix Super Markets’ updated foray into the stand-alone organic/ natural/foodie space and will feature beer from two Lakeland brewers and outdoor tables and benches from a local furniture maker. In addition, three local charities will be selected to benefit from proceeds through a rewards program.
Two Lakeland teens, including one who used the CPR he learned at Kathleen Middle School, rescued another teen from the bottom of a pool and revived him. For that, they were honored for heroism by the Lakeland Fire Department. Justin Taylor-Perez, 15, and Jacob Sarrano-Solis, 16, stood tall when they were honored last month as unsung heroes by Fire Chief Douglas Riley and Mayor Bill Mutz at a City Commission meeting. Sarrano-Solis pulled a distressed male from the bottom of the pool at Carlton Arms North Apartments, and Taylor-Perez applied CPR until first responders arrived.
EJECTION FROM DANCE OVER A JUMPSUIT GETS NATIONAL ATTENTIONS
COMMISSIONERS PIN BROADBAND HOPES ON A PARTNERSHIP
BUS SYSTEM’S ‘RE-ROUTE 2020’ EXTENDS SERVICE
RAPPER IS STILL DUCKING GRADY BUT GRADY IS HELPING
Huge changes to Lakeland’s bus system rolled out in October. Under “Re-Route 2020,” there are now five routes named by color, not number, and they start earlier in the morning and end later in the evening. (The downside is some down time at midday.) In addition, there are more overlapping stops so transferring riders won’t always have to pass through the downtown terminal. And most of the routes run every 45 minutes, down from the previous schedule. The Florida Avenue and health corridor routes remain at 30-minute intervals. Technology upgrades include new smartphone apps that let riders track buses.
Cedric Wilson spent years on the wrong side of the law, but now owns a promotional business in North Lakeland and directs music videos, including a new version of local rapper Stephon’s “Ducking Grady” that features appearances by Polk County’s not-at-all-camera-shy sheriff. Grady Judd told Bay News 9 he agreed to appear in the video because “it’s the right thing to do” and will strengthen ties between law enforcement and the community. The video has been viewed nearly 100,000 times on YouTube. At the end of it, two deputized rappers get their man and the sheriff tells him, “You’re duckless Grady now.”
National and international publications picked up on the story of Lakeland teen Darcy Kruger being denied entrance to the Tampa Bay Homeschool Homecoming dance because she was wearing a dressy jumpsuit instead of a dress. Rules for the dance called for “semi-formal dresses for young ladies … within a conservative manner.” Said Darcy’s mom: “We didn’t think that we were violating anything because at the heart of the dress code was modesty.” The event planner in charge of the dance says the wording may change, but pants and jumpsuits still won’t be allowed.
When the city sought public feedback on a proposal to form a municipal broadband utility, more speakers favored the idea than opposed it. But when it was time for commissioners to talk at the end of a public forum last month, most of them expressed hopes for some kind of public-private partnership. It wasn’t clear who the private partner would be. It’s not likely to be Charter Communication, whose Spectrum Internet is the sole provider for many Lakeland households; that company’s representative said after the meeting that they have plans for improvements in Lakeland that don’t include a city partnership.
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The Magic is back! Home Opener on the 16th and more games on the 17th & 20th. Watch the pride of Lakeland’s NBA G League basketball at the RP Funding Center. Fun for the entire family! Purchase tickets at lakeland.gleague.nba.com
THE SOUND OF MUSIC
Nov. 14 - 23 at the Loca Lee Buckner Theatre at Florida Southern College. This final collaboration between musical theatre giants Rodgers and Hammerstein was destined to become the world’s most beloved musical. Cost: Adults: $18, Students: $9 flsouthern.edu/FFA
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ART CRAWL
Nov. 2, 9am-4pm at Munn Park in Lakeland. Spotlights local emerging artists, performers, other area arts organizations and movements. Browse, purchase and meet the artists behind the work. Full day of family-friendly fun celebrating the arts! Artcrawlfl.com
AUCTION FOR ANIMALS: MISSION IMPAWSIBLE
Nov. 16, 6pm at Haus 820. Join SPCA Florida as they celebrate their 40th Anniversary with the 2019 Auction for Animals. Enjoy an evening of amazing food, an exciting auction, drawing of the Winner’s Choice Raffle, and entertainment. spcaflorida.org
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Nov. 8, 7:30-10:30pm at LkldLive. A benefit concert supporting LkldNow and its non-profit, community-driven journalism with a great night of local music including performances by Fount, Emily Jones, members of the ISO, and The Munn Park Saints and more. lkldnow.com
Nov. 8, 6pm at Cob & Pen. Raise a glass and raise funds for the Polk County Bully Project! Your contributions help dogs find their fur-ever homes. Auction items and a very cute bike are up for raffle! A fun evening to celebrate Polk County’s Bully Breeds. More info on FB@polkcountybullyproject
MOLLY HATCHET WITH SOMEDAY HONEY
LAKELAND MARGARITA BALL
Nov. 16, 6pm at Jessie’s. Molly Hatchet is celebrating its 40th Anniversary with a World Tour After 40 years, Molly Hatchet is still workin’ hard, playin’ tough, livin’ fast, and still Flirtin’ with Disaster! Outdoor concert, rain or shine, food trucks on site. Centralfloridatix.com
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Nov. 23, 8 - 11pm at the Lake Mirror Frances Langford Promenade. The purpose of the LMB is to make the Christmas season a little brighter for underprivileged children in the community. The donations of gifts and cash will be distributed throughout the greater Lakeland area to local charity organizations. lakelandmargaritaball.com/tickets
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Nov. 9 - Jan. 26 at the Polk Museum of Art. Featuring works in all media and crossing all stylistic and geographic boundaries, this exhibition offers audiences a deep dive into rarely seen art from one of the most consequential decades in art history. polkmuseumofart.org
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY
All day Nov. 30th get out and shop the “small” businesses in your town. Support the smaller boutiques and shops owned by local residents and buy some of your gifts for the season with them. #supportlocal
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A collection of eight permanent contemporary public art sculptures inspired by various elements of Orlando. Supported by private philanthropy, pieces in the collection were created by eight internationally-renowned artists, including one from Central Florida, and vary in size and medium. See Art Orlando is a self-guided tour. Visit downtownorlando.com for map.
SATURDAY MATINEE CLASSICS: CITY LIGHTS
Nov. 9, noon at Enzian Theater. A tramp (Charlie Chaplin) falls in love with a blind flower girl (Virginia Cherrill) on the tough city streets. Upon learning that she and her grandmother are to be evicted from their home, the tramp undertakes a series of attempts to provide them with the money they need, all of which end in humiliating failure. 1931, 97 minutes, Rated G. 407-629-0054 Enzian.org
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WELLS’BUILT MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY
Located in the former 1926 Wells’Built Hotel, the museum features over 6,000 square feet of display space showcasing artifacts, turn-of-the-century decor and memorabilia. The museum retains the original hotel facade and a guest room featuring authentic furniture and decorations of the 1930’s. For more info call 407-245-7535 or visit wellsbuiltmuseum.com
ELVIS COSTELLO AND THE IMPOSTERS
Nov. 11, 8pm at Hard Rock Orlando. “The tour is entitled, ‘Just Trust’ in answer to the musical questions: ‘Will they play my favorite song?’ or ‘Are they going to frighten the horses with songs that are rarely performed and send some of their old nags off to pasture?’ When ticket holders ask we say: Just Trust Elvis Costello and The Imposters.” elviscostello.com hardrockcafe.com
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GOBBLE TIL YOU WOBBLE VIRTUAL RACE Complete your race any time in November, you can run, jog, or walk on the road, trail, treadmill, or the track. Run your own race, at your own pace, and time it yourself. Medals will be shipped directly to you. Complete a virtual 5K, 10K, half marathon and more! 15% of each registration goes to Feeding America, the nation’s largest domestic hungerrelief organization. Register on eventbrite.
STETSON MANSION’S 9TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR!
Nov 15, 2019 - Jan 15, 2020, reservations required. USA Today’s 2018 10 Best Holiday Home Tours in America. A Central Florida Holiday Tradition “Come Home For Christmas.” Reserve your 75-minute guided tour of the Stetson Mansion dressed up for the holidays! 386-873-0167 stetsonmansion.com
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6 THE BLACK KEYS LET’S ROCK TOUR!
Nov. 5, 8pm at the Dr. Phillips Center. Mission leader Asia O’Hara is on a journey to save the universe with the help of her intergalactic queens including Aquaria, Detox, Monet Exchange, Naomi Smalls, Plastique, Violet Chachki, Yvie Oddly! VIP available for an additional charge. 844-513-2014 drphillipscenter.org
Nov. 6, 7pm at Amway Center with special guest Modest Mouse on all dates and joining the tour as support is Shannon and the Clams. The Black Keys recently debuted their new song, “Lo/Hi” written and produced by Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney. Rolling Stone named the track a “Song You Need to Know” and said, “the Keys have officially returned, louder than ever.” amwaycenter.com
ORLANDO BEER FESTIVAL
A CHRISTMAS CAROL A GHOST STORY
Nov. 16, 2pm at Orlando Festival Park. The largest craft beer festival in Orlando, pouring 200+ craft beers from over 50 local, regional and national breweries. Features live music, interactive games, college football streaming, a wine tasting, Tasty Takeover food trucks, local vendors, a VIP Zone and much more! Bring your four-legged friends along for the fun too! Last call 5pm, 21+ only. Orlandoweeklytickets.com
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Nov. 22-Dec.22 at the Garden Theatre in Winter Garden. This spirited version of A Christmas Carol puts the ghostly qualities of Charles Dickens’ classic tale center stage. A swirling and dancing chorus of ghosts weave through this uplifting holiday story of redemption, magic, and hope as the greedy Scrooge learns the error of his ways. This show contains mildly scary content, use discretion. 407-877-4736 gardentheatre.org
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Nov. 2, 11am - 10pm at the Florida State Fairgrounds. introduces the vast cuisine, costumes, sounds and dances of everyday India. India Festival Tampa will have dances along with music performances representing the different regions of India. There will also be food, clothing, arts, crafts, and musical instruments on display. Indiafesttampa.org
STRAZ LIVE! IN THE PARK
Nov. 3, 2-6pm at Curtis Hixon Park. A free, family-friendly mash-up of an afternoon picnic, a concert in the park and a block party. Pack a cooler, chairs and blanket to enjoy this delightful afternoon. Food trucks on site, concert begins at 4pm. strazcenter.org
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CHRISTMAS IN THE WILD
Nov. 15, 6-9pm at the Museum of Fine Arts St. Petersburg, with Chef Joseph Yoon, executive director of Brooklyn Bugs. Eat from a tasting menu of 10 plated dishes where insects will be cooked into a dish, featured as the main ingredient or applied in a variety of other ways. The “ento-cuisine” will be complemented by an adventurous cocktail menu, which will feature a broader selection of edible insects. Reserve online. mfastpete.org
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Nov. 23, 7am, Ford Thunder Alley At the Amalie. Since 2006, this event has brought together thousands of runners, walkers, wheelchair racers, volunteers, survivors, caregivers, supporters, and friends in an effort to end cancer. One hundred percent of proceeds fuel research and empower scientists at Moffitt Cancer Center to find a cure. milesformoffitt.com
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Nov. 5-10 at the Straz Center. Featuring a talented cast based on the original staging by Jerome Robbins, Fiddler On The Roof will introduce a new generation to the uplifting celebration that raises its cup to joy! To love! To life! 813-229-7827 strazcenter.org
Nov. 23, 5-9pm at Hyde Park Village. Celebrate the start of the holiday’s with the Enchanted Tree Lighting benefiting The Junior League of Tampa. Enjoy holiday surprises, live music, photos with Santa, and delicious food and drinks to enjoy. The tree will be lit at 8pm sharp. hydeparkvillage.com
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Nov. 10, 7:30-10am at the Adventhealth Training Center. Join the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in supporting the Fun Run or 5K dedicated to making waves for breast cancer research and patient services in the Bay. Register at runsignup.com
Nov. 29 & 30 + several days in December at Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park. One of Tampa’s most beloved holiday traditions returns with more twinkling lights, holiday treats, and new jolly adventures. Christmas in the Wild at ZooTampa immerses you in a world of holiday cheer! 813-935-8552 zootampa.org
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Nov. 14, 6-9pm at the Armature Works Riverfront Lawn. An Autumn Harvest jointly curated by Chef Nathan Hardin of Steelbach and James Beard Award winning Chef Anne Kearney of Oak & Ola. Enjoy 5-course dinner in a beautiful outdoor setting along the river. Each course will be expertly paired with a wine program selected by Steelbach’s sommelier. Purchase tickets online. armatureworks.com
KITTYCON
Nov. 30 & Dec. 1 at the Doubletree by Hilton Tampa Airport. The best cat convention in the Southeast, presented by St. Francis Society Animal Rescue. Tampa’s first fan convention devoted solely to the love and rescue of cats. Adopt, Shop & Learn! Purr-chase your tickets online at kittycontampabay.org
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Lakeland Women’ s Collective “I am not free while any woman is unfree, even when her shackles are very different from my own.” —Audre Lorde
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Inspired by movements like that of Femme Fatale DC, a “By womyn, for womyn” collective supporting women-owned creative entrepreneurs through retail pop-ups in Washington D.C., and in search of connections and opportunities exclusive to women – Ileah Green teamed up with co-founding members Alison Foley-Rothrock, Jessica Rios, Sunny Balliette, and Stephanie Gregg to form the Lakeland Women’s Collective – a space for women to be free. Free from harassment, free from discrimination, free to create, free to start a business, free to be women. Ileah Green grew up in Lakeland and moved away for college, settling in Washington D.C. in the ten years before moving home. In D.C., Green took notice of womenonly spaces popping up around the city like that of Femme Fatale DC. “It was about empowering women to be themselves and to celebrate their uniqueness, and also to grow female relationships,” said Green. When she relocated to Lakeland, Green sought out opportunities to support women in freelancing, creative, artistic, and entrepreneurial endeavors. Her first thought was to check out the women’s business center. The only trouble was finding one. Six months of asking just about everyone she knew where she could find one, it became clear that it simply didn’t exist in Lakeland. Where was the place exclusively investing in women entrepreneurs? Where was the money for women-owned businesses? Where could women come together to connect and share in their badassery? “I started the Women’s Collective out of looking for connections – around business, around being a mom, around being a woman,” said Green. - CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 -
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THE BEGINNING OF LWC
everybody,” said Jessica Rios. “Glass ceilings are a real thing – and we want to shatter those. […] Anything that is holding women back, we want to get rid of.”
Green met Sunny Balliette at a LKLD Creative Makers meeting. The two shared their frustrations with and vision for the state of women in Lakeland. The two began meeting to brainstorm ways to create opportunities for women locally.
Rios said, “Somehow women end up here and we heal each other.” In addition to the healing she has received and given to her sisters at the LWC, Rios finds it inspirational to be surrounded by women doing what they want to do. “Women are coming here and making their dreams come true,” she said.
In efforts to bring together interesting, powerful women in the community, they began holding women’s meetings or “focus groups” as Green called them. She looked at these focus groups as a way to gauge whether other women felt similarly about the plights of women in Lakeland and lack of opportunity for them here. She wasn’t alone.
“I love that we can come here and engage in a powerful way and become powerful in business without participating in the toxic masculinity and environments that we find in other workspaces,” said Foley-Rothrock. “We’ve created our own space for each other, for ourselves. This is a safe space where we can be ourselves, but also be doing powerful things and making decisions and making impacts around us – without compromise.”
Balliette, a creative entrepreneur herself, started the VOLUME Art Collective and began organizing classes at ART/ifact. These classes caught the attention of artist, Jessica Rios. The two connected and Balliette invited Rios to the women’s group meeting.
Without compromise is right. Everything they’ve done as a collective has been engineered to give women opportunities without compromising other areas of their life – like motherhood. The LWC’s position is that motherhood and business are not mutually exclusive. A woman can be both an attentive, caring mother and powerful, successful entrepreneur. They even provide a kid’s room at their coworking space. Members are welcome and encouraged to bring their children.
Green met attorney and founder of the Red Tent Initiative, Alison FoleyRothrock in the summer of 2018 after someone suggested she reach out to the anti-domestic violence organization if she was looking for an impactful way to support women. After meeting Foley-Rothrock, Green started working with her as an advisory board member for Red Tent and as an assistant at Foley-Rothrock’s law firm. Their first event as a collective, a joint effort with the Red Tent Initiative, was a presentation of data from the Institute for Women’s Policy Research called “The Status of Women.” The response to the event was exceedingly positive and the founding members began to think about, “how do we make Lakeland and Polk County a safer and more equitable, more even playing field for women and people of color,” said Green.
Foley-Rothrock said, “That’s one of those systemic things that seems to still be ingrained here in Lakeland and in more conservative communities around the country – that you have to choose either being a mother or being a business owner and a powerful business person.” “How do you make the transition between being a stay at home mother and wanting to work on becoming an entrepreneur? The gap from one to the other where you’re making enough money to leave your child in childcare or make other arrangements is a pretty big leap,” said FoleyRothrock. “That not being recognized and not acknowledged is part of the whole patriarchal system where it’s clear that men, and people who have wealth, and people who have traditional family structures are still very much in charge of making those decisions.”
The growth has continued, as have the events. The second was a Women’s March Meetup at the Poor Porker, and they’ve continued hosting events for activism, art, entrepreneurship, and femaleempowerment.
THE MISSION The LWC wanted to get the message across loud and clear to women that they are important, deserve to be treated with respect, and have a job that pays well and doesn’t expose them to harassment. “You have options, but it’s easy to feel like there are no options if you’re in a community that is stifling,” said Green. “I think in a lot of ways, Lakeland can be stifling to women and people of color.”
Green said that her goal for the LWC is to ensure that women understand resources are available to them and that, “there are very smart women in this town, who want women to be successful.” “That’s my goal, is to remove as many barriers as possible to women supporting themselves, making names for themselves, having their own businesses, being artists, having their own creative business,” said Green.
The collective wanted to seek out a co-working environment that was a safe space in which women, femme-identifying, and non-binary artists, makers, and entrepreneurs could exist and work free of harassment and discrimination.
Some of the many resources the collective provides to women through education. Women like Sylvia Blackmon-Roberts, president and CEO of a management consulting firm out of Lakeland and Financial Professional, Tari Kezele, invest their time with LWC to help women become more informed in matters of business and finance.
After a few potential locations fell through, the group found the Lemon Street space just outside of downtown that would become the Lakeland Women’s Collective. The co-working space is home to brilliant and creative women from lawyers, nail artists, writers, artists and more.
“I want women to be as armed in terms of information as possible,” said Green. She encourages women in the community to feel empowered to do anything, saying, “Come here, let’s talk about it. We can brainstorm
Lakeland Women’s Collective is an inclusive, pro-equality, pro-equity, non-denominational, non-partisan, pro-woman, and pro-human rights space. “We want social, economic, and political equality for
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ways to get you moving and if you need connections to people to figure out how to get it going, we’ll find them. And if we don’t know them, we’ll ask somebody who may.”
A large part of making Lakeland a more equitable community is an increased minimum wage say the LWC founding members. “We think that minimum wage should be a living wage,” said Green. At the barebones minimum, they believe it should be $15 an hour, but Green says she would like to see it closer to $20. The collective urges people to call the person who represents them on the city commission about the importance of raising the minimum wage to at least $15 an hour. Foley-Rothrock suggested constituents vet candidates running for office about their stance on minimum wage and vote accordingly.
Green said she believes that some in positions of wealth and power in the city have an ingrained idea of scarcity. “They believe that there is not enough. There’s not enough to go around, you can only have one important place, you can only put your money in one place, you can only invest in one organization. Only one, only one, only one. That’s bullshit,” she said. “There is enough. There is enough money, there is enough investment, there is enough opportunity.”
An act of empowerment is also, simply listening to one another. “There are a lot of women here who have experienced trauma in their lives and they need someone who will listen to them, who is not going to have a response,” said Green. “Just listen, tell them that they’re awesome and that you’re sad for them that they’re struggling, but that you want the best for them and that you want to help as much as you can, and then shut up and listen.”
Foley-Rothrock agreed with Green, adding, “It creates the ‘us versus them’ and we’re refusing to buy into the idea that in order to lift myself up, in order to get ahead, I have to step on somebody else. No, we can work together, and we can make it happen for ourselves and each other.” The Christian community has a strong presence in Lakeland. The women expressed that they are not at all anti-church and respect the religious beliefs or lack thereof of other people but don’t think women should have to subscribe to a certain church or religion to receive resources like affordable housing and childcare. Foley-Rothrock expressed the importance of building connections and community beyond those traditional power structures, saying, “Resources like affordable childcare and housing – all of those are also concentrated in the Christian community. Ninety percent of the resources for lowincome individuals and homeless individuals and survivors are all attached to religious services – ninety percent,” she said.
Women can empower themselves and each other by spending time together, being resources for each other, and brainstorming together said, Jessica Rios. “We’re all doing such different things, and everyone has something different to offer.”
SUPPORT WOMEN SUPPORTING WOMEN All women, femme-identifying, and non-binary folks across the county and beyond are welcome to join the Lakeland Women’s Collective. The LWC board members said many of their events are open to everyone and that they are appreciative of their male allies. Check out their website for a full list of paid membership options. “One of the major perks, other than the space, of being a paid member of the Women’s Collective is that we have partnered with a bunch of women-owned businesses locally that offer our members discounts,” said Green.
The community has reacted in a big way to the LWC. Rios expressed that from the overwhelming response of a 350 people turnout to “Pink Moon,” their all-female artist showcase at ART/ifact, to petition signings, and the grand opening of their space – many have shown support or at least taken notice of their movement. She smiled, held up her Rosie the Riveter mug and said, “We can do it!”
Find events like dance parties, art shows, workshops, candidate forums, and a monthly happy hour at Revival, as well as other classes and resources on their website where you can also donate to their registry.
GIRL POWER In addition to arming women with information, the collective believes it is important to level the playing field.
For its founders and members, the Lakeland Women’s Collective has become a space to feel safe, supported, and empowered. Do you hear that, Polk County? That’s the sound of glass shattering.
“We are pro-equality and we are pro-equity,” said Green. She explained it through a graphic she’d recently seen. In the graphic, three people of differing heights stand at a fence, unable to see over it. Equality, she explained, is giving them all the same size box to stand on – though they still won’t all be able to see. “Equity is when you give them the appropriate-size box so they can all see over the fence,” said Green.
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“A Night of the Romantics!” Coming to the Lake Wales Arts Center Grab your sweetheart and your tickets for “A Night of the Romantics!” at the Lake Wales Arts Center. GRAMMYnominated master-vocalist Patrick Muehleise will take the stage on November 16 at 6 pm, to serenade the audience with a powerful program melodically exploring life’s greatest emotion – love.
I am today. From Traci Bartell and Kristy Houston at Schoolcraft Public Schools and voice lessons with Dr. Chris Hathaway and Corlyn Longer-Schreck, to Dr. James Bass and Dr. Carl Ratner at Western Michigan University and Dr. Brad Diamond throughout my professional career, I have been incredibly fortunate.”
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He worked exceedingly hard and went on to join the top choir in his sophomore year. Another opportunity presented itself through a partnership with Dr. Bass and Seraphic Fire, a vocal ensemble organization based out of South Florida. During a recording project with the group, he had the opportunity to meet all the members and Founder and Artistic Director of Seraphic Fire, conductor, Patrick Dupré Quigley. After recording, they went on a CD release tour to Miami and Mexico City. When a tenor spot opened up for their Christmas performances, Quigley called Muehleise to request a few recordings as an audition and he landed a spot on the project. Still an undergraduate student, Patrick had his first professional contract. After college, he sought out more performance opportunities and moved to Chicago to base his freelance career.
“As a kid growing up in a small farm town in rural Michigan whose main interests were sports, friends, and girls, I didn’t realize being a professional classical musician was my destiny until much later in life,” began Muehleise. Patrick has always loved music. He was a percussionist in the school band from 5th grade through 8th grade. In grade 8, he made the switch to choir, arguably changing the trajectory of his life. “I had a fantastic choir director,” he said of teacher Traci Bartell. “She really encouraged me to sing and saw that I had some sort of natural ability that I could work to improve.”
Success came early in Muehleise’s career in his first contract with an organization in Tucson, Arizona, then called the Tucson Chamber Artists, now True Concord. His first recording project with them was an album showcasing choral compositions of the now late Stephen Paulus.
The encouragement from teachers and peers continued into high school. Muehleise expressed the impact both his middle school and high school choir directors Traci Bartell and Kristy Houston respectively, had on his music. “They both were some of the most incredible educators that I’ve ever come across in my entire life,” he said. “I ended up falling in love with singing and vocal music – choral music as well as singing as a soloist.”
“Stephen Paulus is one of the greatest American choral music composers,” said Patrick. “Stephen was present for the entire recording process and because of his feedback, we were able to record his music exactly the way he intended it to be performed, which was incredible,” he said. “That in itself was life-changing because that was a person whose music I had been singing since high school. To meet him and work alongside such a giant in our field was a tremendous honor.”
As high school graduation approached, the young tenor with humble roots was cautious to seek a career in the arts. “I decided that I would audition for one music school […] and if I made it into Western Michigan as a music student I would attend. If I didn’t make it in, I would seek out pharmacy school,” he said.
A few months post-recording, Paulus passed away unexpectedly. “I have to imagine that project was sort of the last major project that Stephen Paulus had worked on – so I was very fortunate to have that time with him and of course all the incredible musicians with True Concord,” said Muehleise.
He auditioned for Western Michigan University, was waitlisted and thought he was headed for pharmacy school. A few weeks later, he got the call that a spot had opened up. Competitive by nature and surrounded by other talented tenors who had been studying privately for much longer than he had – Muehleise pushed himself to excel. In college, he was mentored by another professor that shaped his career, his choir director, Dr. James Bass.
Out of respect for Paulus, they waited almost two years to release the album. Upon its release in 2016, it was up for GRAMMY consideration in the Best Choral Performance
Muehleise said, “The incredible educators along my path played a pivotal role in helping me become the musician
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not often performed and I’m excited to bring that to the audience in Lake Wales,” he said.
category. “Stephen’s composition called “Prayers and Remembrances” actually won a GRAMMY for Best Contemporary Composition,” Muehleise said. “To be associated with something like that at such an early point in my career was truly humbling. It wasn’t just me, it wasn’t just Stephen Paulus or anyone else, it was the group – it was the entire group of incredible musicians.”
“The poetry in these pieces is just unbelievably gorgeous,” said Muehleise. The songs, though each very different are all about the same emotion – love. “Love is a magical feeling because it can inspire every emotion from joy to anger, excitement, fear and everything in between, and I think that these six songs do an incredible job of portraying that,” said the vocalist.
Another momentous year for the vocalist, 2019 saw him awarded The American Prize Chicago Oratorio Award. A winning quartet was selected, of which Muehleise was the tenor award recipient. As part of the prize, the quartet was part of a showcase performance. The performance was held at the Symphony Center in Chicago where the Chicago Symphony Orchestra plays. “The award afforded me the opportunity to perform Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, arguably the greatest piece of music ever written, on one of the greatest stages in the world.”
The other main piece in the program, perhaps more familiar to listeners, is “Old American Songs: Book One” by Aaron Copland. These five pieces were written and arranged by Copland for voice and piano. The audience can expect fun pieces like “The Boatman’s Dance,” “Simple Gifts,” and “Bought Me a Cat,” which is always an audience favorite. Interspersed throughout the performance will be three to four opera arias as well as a handful of songs by British composers, Benjamin Britten and John Ireland. Pianist Johnathan Reed will be performing three solos as well – one of which will be Claude Debussy’s famous “Clair de lune” from Suite Bergamasque.
“To stand on that stage and perform that music was one of the greatest honors of my life,” said Muehleise. “It was very, very special to me and I will never forget that night.”
“A NIGHT OF THE ROMANTICS!” Muehleise has a special night planned for his first-ever performance at the Lake Wales Arts Center on November 16. “I’m very excited about this concert because it’s a program that I am able to choose for myself,” he said. “It’s a little bit self-indulgent, maybe,” he laughed. “It’s all music that I absolutely adore and love to perform. I really think the audience is going to fall in love with these pieces.”
“My main goal for the program in Lake Wales is that no matter who is in attendance and whatever their musical background, they will be moved emotionally and hopefully connect with at least one piece on the concert. And who knows, maybe there will be another young tenor in attendance who doesn’t yet know his path,” said Muehleise. “As always, My hope is to convey the immeasurable beauty of this music and text to the best of my ability.”
Also excited for the performance is Lake Wales Arts Council Executive Director, Andrew Allen. “Patrick Muehleise is a brilliant operatic tenor. […] We are honored to host such a virtuosic performer here in Lake Wales,” said Allen.
Patrick Muehleise – “A Night of the Romantics!” When: Saturday, November, 16 at 6 pm Where: Lake Wales Arts Center Tickets: centralfloridatix.com
During the concert, Muehleise will be collaborating with professional pianist and Assistant Professor of Music at Warner University, Dr. Jonathan Reed. “I wanted to program a true collaboration, not only including virtuosic vocal music, but also highlighting the tremendous soloist skills needed from the best collaborative pianists,” said Muehleise.
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The first of the two main works that Muehleise will be performing is a song cycle by German composer Richard Strauss, “Sechs Lieder aus Lotosblätter.” The lyrics are in German, but English translations will be printed in the program for the audience to follow. “It’s a song cycle that’s
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Bands + BBQ = Florida Tradition
A tradition some 40 years in the making, the Orange Blossom Revue brings barbeque, craft beer, and an impressive line-up of music to the shores of Lake Wailes on December 6 and 7. Get lost in that sunshine state-of-mind as you jam out to musical acts from here to Nashville and indulge in authentic southern barbeque at this FREE event. “We’re paying homage to our Florida roots and towards living in the highlands,” said co-chair Rusty Ingley – and you’re invited! We spoke with Ingley and co-chair Reid Hardman about what’s in store for the biggest party in Lake Wales. “This is the continuation of an about 40-year tradition,” said Hardman. What started as simply a Rotary Club of Lake Wales barbeque fundraiser has evolved into something pretty cool over the years. Ingley has fond memories of going to the Rotary Club barbeque as a kid with families gathered by the lake enjoying good barbeque and good company. “We both have a very nostalgic take on Lake Wales and what it used to be. We saw some things growing up that no longer exist, so they’re part of our fabric and part of what we remember,” said Ingley. When he and Hardman took over as co-chairs about ten years ago, it was held at a church and members of the Rotary Club of Lake Wales did all the barbequing for people to pick up and take with them. Every year, the two thought up ways they could up the ante of the event. They added music and a raffle and one year had the idea to host a barbeque competition and put a bigger focus on live entertainment by bringing in a stage. In 2014, the Orange Blossom Revue was born as an expansion of that longstanding Rotary tradition. They turned it into a Fridaynight, all day Saturday festival. havenmagazines.com
A mainstay of the event is, of course, the music. “The bands that we have this year are a cut above and I’m really excited to share that music,” said Ingley. The 2019, nine-band line up has some familiar favorites like Hubo Bentley and Jill’s Cashbox and a mix of artists from St. Augustine to Charleston, NC. The Friday-night headliner is a young group out of Nashville called The New Respects. The band, Hardman described as having somewhat of a contemporary, pop, Sly and the Family Stone-type sound that “defies classification.” Also on Friday evening, OBR will host a 5-K “Jingle Jog” in which participants can dress in their favorite festive attire complete with lights and glow sticks or whatever you’d like to light up the night. Pricing, sign-up, and more information can be found on their website. Competing teams will throw down on the grill in BBQ, Backyard, Steak, and Kidsque competitions. As an attendee to the event, you will see a massive setup of up to 60 different barbeque teams with everything from a Weber grill to a 50-foot trailer. Most are there solely to compete (and party, joked Hardman) and won’t be vending to attendees. Festival-goers will have access to around ten food vendors, some of which will be serving up delectable BBQ. Tasty craft beer will be served up by Grove Roots along with other beer selections to be announced. If you want to taste the competition barbeque for yourself, you’ll need to snag a VIP ticket. “The VIP’s get to taste all of the chicken, ribs, pork, and brisket that is being professionally cooked,” said Hardman. VIP tickets also include access to an exclusive lounge area, $2 beers and cocktails, an air-conditioned restroom, and other perks, according to Ingley.
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Under the Lake Wales Rotary Club umbrella, Orange Blossom Revue was able to make two sizable donations with more to come. A recent $5K donation was made to the Lake Wales Arts Center and another $5K to Lake Wales Little League. “Our push has always been about engaging young people with arts and culture and that includes athletics,” said Hardman. Ingley added, “That’s where our heart is – to be able to take that money and put it back into these programs and make them more affordable in the form of scholarships, in the form of whatever they need to help get kids – especially disadvantaged kids in this area – an opportunity they might not otherwise have.” “This is all because we love Lake Wales and we love this event,” said Hardman. The pair love seeing people have fun and soak in the dynamic of an old-Florida lakeside location, killer bands and barbeque. A Few OBR Pro-Tips: 1. Bringing lawn chairs is highly-encouraged 2. Coolers are not allowed 3. As long as they’re on a leash, your four-legged pals are welcome to jam out too The Orange Blossom Revue 2019 When: December 6 & 7 Where: Lake Wailes Park FREE ADMISSION www.orangeblossomrevue.com FB @OrangeBlossomRevue IG @orangeblossomrevue
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Jimbo’ s Pit Bar B-Q If it ain’ t broke, don’ t fix it Lakeland’s hometown barbeque spot since 1964, Jimbo’s Pit Bar B-Q maintains a lasting legacy of good food and good service, run by good folks. The restaurant was originally started by Jim Neff, owner of the Foxfire Restaurant and Henry Landworth who owned the Holiday Inn just down the road. Peck’s Freez-ette was the eatery’s first moniker.
I’m older, I get that. It works – why would I want to mess with it?” That’s only one of the many things Traci learned working with her dad. She also learned, “To value your customers, to be nice, to get out there and help your community and give back where you can.” Jimbo’s customer base is generational. The family says they are thankful for the community that has supported their small business over the years. “We can’t do it without them. We’re so lucky, we have generations who come in. People will come in with their grand-dad and their dad,” said Traci. Though not messing with what works is part of Jimbo’s business model, that doesn’t mean they won’t listen to their customers. They are toying with the idea of giving pulled and chopped chicken a permanent spot on the menu. In other exciting news – they’ll be adding a rib sandwich soon! “It’s going to be on a thicker, Texas toast white bread with ribs. It’s simple but people ask for it all the time,” said Traci.
It eventually became Jimbo’s Pit Bar B-Q and Neff hired Harold “Happy” Lehman to run it. “Dad managed it for him for a year and bought it from him in ’65,” remembered Harold’s daughter, Traci Lehman Hughes. Traci started working at Jimbo’s when she was 16 years old, leaving for a time to go to school in Orlando. In 2001, she bought the business and carries on the barbecue legacy that has endured for over half a century. Not much has changed in Jimbo’s since the doors first opened. The warm wood-paneled dining area is lined with antiques (which Harold Lehman collected) and some pig-themed decor brought in by guests. The comfy space is filled with picnic-style bench seating and the large windows allow light to flood in. About half of their business comes from take-out through their drive-thru and walk-up windows. Guests can order there or order online through their website and on bitesquad. com.
I stopped in for some take-out during a Wednesday lunch-hour rush. The Jimbo’s Bar B-Q Ribs plate was calling my name. The barbeque plates come with two hushpuppies and two sides. I chose mac and cheese and potato salad. For dessert – apple pie! I drove back to the office with full intentions of sharing… I did share, a little. A rib for you, and a rib for you, and the rest for me.
A 1965 menu is framed, hanging on the wall, yellowed a bit with age. They’ve added a few things and taken a few off, but the bones of Jimbo’s menu remain the same. The current menu offers up barbecue standards like chopped pork, Bar B-Q beef and ham, chicken, Jimbo’s burger, or a fried fish sandwich with all the fixin’s. The star of the show is Jimbo’s Bar B-Q Ribs. By far, their biggest seller, the ribs, like the rest of their barbecue, are meat magic made with love. “We use an oiler pit, which comes out of Texas. We use no gas in cooking our barbeque – it’s all wood,” said Traci. “We put a dry rub on them, then we smoke them for 3 and a half, 4 hours. They come off and we baste them. It’s pretty simple – they’re just really good,” she smiled.
“Fall-off-the-bone” is a phrase thrown around a lot when describing barbeque, but I can think of no four words more fitting for the smoky goodness that came in that Jimbo’s takeout box. It went from lunch to a full-on barbeque experience when I tried it with their homemade barbeque sauce (which they keep hot all day). It was equal parts tangy and sweet with just enough spice to make things interesting. The mac and cheese stood out as well. Strings of real cheese were ribboned in (seemingly strategically for max flavor) within the noodles and creamy sauce. And then, there was the apple pie. The warm, gooey, not-too-sweet apple filling was hugged by a flaky crust. The pie is served with a side of cider sauce which adds any sweetness your missing. A fork full of that pie with a dab of cider sauce is probably the most perfect bite of apple pie I’ve ever had (outside of yours, of course, Nanny). The whole lunch was ten out of ten – would recommend.
Everything but the potato salad is made in-house at Jimbo’s. That includes Bar B-Q beans, coleslaw, mac and cheese and more. But I’d be remiss not to mention the made from scratch, to-die-for apple and cherry pies. In fact, that’s what Traci was about to do as we walked in for the interview – roll out the dough for the day’s pie. Though Harold Lehman passed away in 2018, Jimbo’s remains familyowned and operated. Traci’s daughters work with her at the restaurant. Daughter Olivia also runs Happy’s Place Farm and Chloe attends the University of Florida online. Daughter Molly is currently attending college at UF and picks up a shift or two when she comes home to Lakeland. Traci’s nephew, Tyson Hutto and cousin, Daryl Lehman also work at the restaurant.
As I finished my lunch, I thought back to what Traci had said earlier, “We haven’t changed much over the last 50 years – it’s kind of crazy, but it works.” Jimbo’s Pit Bar B-Q www.jimbospitbarbeque.com FB: Jimbo’s Pit Bar-B-Q IG @jimbospitbbqlkld
Jimbo’s offers catering and a holiday special in which you can buy whole pies and smoked turkeys for Thanksgiving and Christmas. They begin taking reservations for that on November 1 – whip your phone out now because they usually book up within the first week. “We haven’t changed much over the last 50 years – it’s kind of crazy, but it works,” said Traci. She learned this concept from her dad, though she’d nudge him to tweak things here or there in the past. “Now that
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Paper Not Plastic: GreenWise Bringing a Food Experience to Lakeland Lakeland foodies are a-buzz about the soon-to-open GreenWise Market going up in South Lakeland. Publix Supermarkets is slated to open a new location of their smaller chain of grocery stores focusing on organic, specialty, and traditional grocery items in the swan city this December. The grand opening date is still to be announced. GreenWise was launched by Publix in 2008 with three locations in Palm Beach, Boca Raton, and Downtown Tampa. To better serve their customers’ needs Publix launched a reiteration of GreenWise Markets, scaling them down from full-sized roughly 45,000 square feet stores to under 30,000 square feet. The Lakeland location will be more than 25,000 square feet. “It is very much about a food experience,” said Manager of Media and Community Relations and Public Affairs for Publix, Brian West about the GreenWise Market concept. “Customers coming into the new iteration of GreenWise are going to notice a completely different look to the store, it’s got a different feel.” More than a grocery stop, West described GreenWise as a place that you’d want to hang out and stay awhile – a community space.
AROUND THE STORE
That thoughtfulness continues into the CUTS section with meats raised with no antibiotics or added hormones, fresh, never-frozen fish, and sustainably sourced seafood. CUTS is home to up to 42 variations of house-made sausage like chile lime, sriracha, sage, and more. Thick cut bacon with flavors like brown sugar and pepper also line the shelves. Traditional meat offerings like burgers and steaks are available as well. Curating a cheese board for a soiree or trying to find the perfect pinot to pair with your Porterhouse? Peruse the FINDS section. Specialty cheeses from around the world, olives, antipasti – whatever you need for a crowd-pleasing cheese board – they have it. FINDS boasts specialty beer and 6000 varieties of wine ranging from an after-work pick-me-up to a special occasion bottle. Shoppers need not worry about staring aimlessly into the wine abyss. “You’ll also find someone in that section of the store that’s there to help you pair those items up,” said West. Specialty health and beauty like vitamins, nutritional items, aromatherapy, homeopathic remedies, and personal care products are in the CARE area of the market. There, you’ll find some featured brands that practice sustainable sourcing, use organic or plant-based ingredients and are cruelty-free.
The store is divided into five departments – POURS, EATS, CUTS, FINDS, and CARE.
When it’s time to check-out, items will be placed in paper bags with handles – not plastic.
Thank goodness their carts have cup holders! In the POURS section, shoppers can enjoy kombucha on tap, fruit smoothies, locally roasted brewed coffee, craft beer, wine, acai bowls, and more. Shoppers can sit and chill or take their beverages while they check off their grocery list around the store.
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Find something to fill your belly in the EATS section of the market with a variety of prepared foods. “You would have a tough time walking through that section and not buying something because everything looks amazing,” said West. You can find a bit of everything delicious here from grab and go items, chef’s selections, and made-to-order offerings. Get Instagram-worthy pasta, burrito, and Asian bowls made in front of you, pizza made with organic cheeses, or artisan sandwiches. This area also has a selection of house-smoked meats like turkey breast and brisket. Guests can construct a salad or pick up sushi, wings and other appetizers in the Fresh Bar. If you’ve got a craving that only cookies and croissants will satisfy, they have baked goods too! GreenWise lives up to its organic and specialty-food focused reputation by using ingredients like cheese made with milk from cows not given synthetic hormones and meats raised with no antibiotics or added hormones, according to their website.
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From the color-scheme and to the way items are displayed and department names, down to the polished concrete floors – GreenWise looks to bring a shopping experience unlike anything else in Lakeland. Each GreenWise location has a seating section either inside or outside of the market. The Lakeland location will have a mostly outside seating area complete with fans, televisions, and even an area with AstroTurf grass where patrons can play cornhole, according to West. The store will feature a community board detailing what’s coming up, from cornhole tournaments to taste testings. A working cistern at the market will capture rainwater that will be used to grow lettuce and basil in raised beds at the front of the store. “It’s a completely different grocery shopping experience than what you’ve seen anywhere else,” said West. “The food is what’s on display – the food is the star of the show.”
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KEEPING IT LOCAL That community vibe isn’t just one fabricated in the building’s design and layout, but in GreenWise’s focus on local as well. “Each GreenWise store is there to focus what’s happening locally. We’re selling items that are important to our customers, but we also want to be a reflection of the communities that we are serving,” said West. The store will don a large mural depicting Lakeland landmarks by local artists Bump Galletta and Fred Koehler and feature some local brands and vendors . “We haven’t done anything like this in the Lakeland area, ever,” said West. “You want to shop this store.” GreenWise Lakeland Where: across the street from Publix at Lake Miriam Square When: December 2019 greenwisemarket.com FB @GreenWiseMarket IG @greenwisemarket
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The Wonder House Tucked away in a sleepy Bartow neighborhood not far from bustling Highway 17, rests a grand architectural art piece devised by an eccentric inventor in the 1920s. One of Florida’s earliest tourist attractions, the Wonder House is presently home to Krislin Kreis and Drew Davis. After falling in and out of disrepair between owners, Davis and Kreis have breathed new life into the house and in June, opened it for historic tours again.
DuCharme passed away in the house and it remained abandoned until Charles Heiden purchased it. He poured money into fixing up the Wonder House until an ongoing spat with the city forced him out. Davis said, “It got to a boiling point over the barn out back and he ended up packing up everything, tearing everything out of the house and just leaving.” It was again abandoned, during which time it was significantly damaged and left in disrepair.
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ABOUT THE HOUSE
Born to a poor family outside of Pittsburgh in 1877, Conrad Schuck grew up with dreams of becoming an entrepreneur. He found success starting a stone rock quarry and as a building contractor.
The Wonder House is made of concrete reinforced with steel (from local train tracks) tessellated with tile and glass mosaics.
According to Davis, a railroad company claimed eminent domain over Schuck’s land, leading to a legal battle that found its way to the U.S. Supreme Court. He lost the fight and in turn lost everything. The stressful ordeal claimed Schuck’s land and his health. “His doctor said he had a few months to live and if he moved down to the warm tropical Florida climate, which was popular back in the ’20s, he would live an entire year,” said Davis.
Because Schuck didn’t think he had long to live, he didn’t use blueprints to build the house. In fact, only one floor of blueprints exist. The fourstory home, including two stories underground, is somewhere between 5000 and 12,000 square feet of stunningly interesting invention and design. The house is shaped like a cross with porches on every corner – some of which have been enclosed by various owners. The structure’s shape was part of the air conditioning system. According to Davis, in the center of the cross on every floor sat a fireplace. When lit, the warm air would go upwards, and it would suck air from outside. The two and a half foot thick walls covered in creeping fig vine made for a purported four feet of insolation. The air sucked in from outside was cooled from water running through the walls from hollow concrete columns Schuck designed to gather rainwater. “Pretty much every room in the house, when the fireplace was lit, would have a cross breeze because every room has two porches on either side,” he said.
Thinking the clock was ticking on his last year to live, Schuck moved his wife and nine children to Florida in 1926 and began building his dream house. The tropical weather must have been good to Schuck because he went on to work on the house for another 30 years. Determined to invest his money wisely, Schuck invested in the stock market and Florida land. By 1928, Florida land had busted followed by the onset of the Great Depression in 1929. “He has no money, wants to finish his house and that’s when he opens it up for tours,” said Davis. Tours of Florida’s Wonder House were “wildly successful” according to Davis. He’s read some interviews claiming the house attracted 2000 guests every week. It had garnered such a following that in the late 1930s, The Florida Department of Tourism called Wonder House the number one must-visit attraction in Florida. The Wonder House had made a name for itself as one of Florida’s very first (and few still standing today) attractions, predating the omnipresent mouse by some forty years. It remained popular into the 40s, continuing to gain traction. “That’s when Conrad starts branching out from doing mostly oddities and normal tours of the house into inventions,” said Davis.
Conrad Schuck was known for his collection of oddities within the house, but the Wonder House is a bit of an oddity in its own right. From beautiful tile mosaics and hand-painted ceiling panels to hidden rooms and clever inventions, the Wonder House is the amalgamation of an eccentric dreamer’s boundless imagination and vision. Some of the home’s notable features include a moat with two bridges spanning it and two pools on the third floor (one of which has since been concreted in by a previous owner) that were used as bathtubs, swimming pools, and then koi ponds. A gigantic concrete pergola looms over the third floor. In times past, it too was draped in fig vine to shade the porch from the punishing Florida sun.
By the 1950s, his children who had helped with the house moved on, leaving Conrad by himself. By the 1960s, he had gotten too old to maintain the property. Land deeds show that around this time, Schuck gave the entire 14-acre property away to a church for just $1000. According to Kreis, all but the 2-acre main property was subdivided in 1963, creating the surrounding neighborhood.
One of Conrad’s only original inventions remaining in the house is a 21-square foot rotating kitchen cabinet. Kreis said that there used to be many fascinating inventions sprinkled throughout the house. For various reasons, throughout its history, those have been manipulated. “There used to be a laundry chute system that connected all the bedrooms in the house,” said Kreis. “Because the house has two-foot thick concrete walls when they went to put in air conditioning, the only way to do it was to go through the old laundry chute system.”
The Wonder House and main lot went to Lucy DuCharme next. DuCharme – a larger than life classy southern lady who often donned large hats, white gloves and drove around in a convertible Cadillac according to Davis – did plenty of entertaining in the house and was rumored to have had Elvis Presley there once. A photo of Elvis playing piano in the home is said to exist, though Davis and Kreis have yet to see it.
Interestingly enough, Conrad Schuck and his family never actually occupied the Wonder House. According to Davis, Schuck wanted every detail finished before he moved in – the details, however, were never close enough to completion for his liking. - CONTINUED ON PAGE 34 -
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The Wonder House’s popularity and tourist magnetism in its heyday saw many newspapers and tabloids filled with salacious claims about features and things that allegedly happened in the house. Admitted history buffs, Davis and Kreis have poured over hundreds, perhaps thousands of articles about the house. Comfortably familiar with its history, preparing for the tours meant putting on detective hats and sifting through bogus accounts. Many of the stories they thought were surely false, have turned out otherwise. Like that of a sunken tub that tourists could lay in and see the front door through Schuck’s mirror system. It took three layers of flooring to get to the sunken tub, but alas, it was there! Extra escape tunnels, hidden passageways, and secret rooms have been posited and some confirmed. You’ll have to take the tour to find out more about that!
The first of the repairs to be done was to dig up the overgrown plants in the moat that were so pervasive you couldn’t see the steps. They also took down the front door and refinished it. The first room to be completed was the dining room. This is Krislin’s favorite room in the house. “It was the first room we finished and the light in there is dreamy,” she said. The way the vibrant stain glass reflects on the table she described as, “just magical.” According to Kreis, anything they do to renovate the house, they approach asking themselves what Conrad Schuck would do. They stay close to his vision but take into account modern conveniences. Keeping to the home’s history and Schuck’s vision, the couple has tried to furnish the fortress in the fashion of a Germanic castle. In honor of Conrad’s pickled snake and oddity collection, they too have an oddity display.
ABOUT THE PROPRIETORS Davis and Kreis acquired the house at auction in September of 2015, closing in October.
“My original plan for it was a ten-year plan,” said Davis of the Wonder House restorations. “We’re four years in, so I guess we’re on track, at about 40% completion.”
Krislin Kreis moved to the United States from Estonia with her parents in 1993. Growing up on Fort Myers Beach, she always knew she wanted to be an artist. She went to Ringling College of Art and Design for Photography and Digital Imaging. Kreis spent five years in fashion marketing before acquiring the Wonder House in 2015. Following two years as a TV production teacher for Polk County Schools, she now teaches photography at Union Academy in Bartow.
HOLIDAY TOURS The Wonder House will be open for special family-friendly Holiday tours. Krislin loves to decorate for the holidays, especially Christmas. This year, she’s excited to open the Wonder House in all its winter magic to tour-goers. Davis and Kreis would like to break the tours into a nighttime tour and a regular Saturday Christmas tour.
Drew Davis, from Virginia originally, attended the University of Virginia studying economics before coming to Florida for law school at Florida State University. He now works as a prosecutor and takes an interest in discovering and restoring the Wonder House with Kreis.
Admission to the special nighttime tour may include complimentary snacks and beverages to add to the merriment. Bathed in sparkling Christmas lights and filled with holiday cheer, “You’ll get to see a different side of the Wonder House,” said Kreis.
The couple share the Wonder House with their sweet pup, Joan of Bark. Despite the condition of the home when they first acquired it, without running water or electricity, Davis moved in and immediately began restoration efforts. Kreis moved in two years later, though she would commute to work on the house in the meantime.
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From Lakeland to Nashville: JC Anderson Florida native, JC Anderson lived the first few years of his life in Norway where his dad is from. His family made the move to Lakeland in the late 80s when he was five, where he lived until moving to Nashville in 2004. Growing up, his goal was to be a doctor. In fact, he had earned a full ride scholarship to college after graduating Bartow High School in 2003. The thing was, he had already been playing music on the side, for fun, and it was getting pretty serious. I met up with JC on a September day after he finished his set at the Wildhorse Saloon in downtown Nashville to talk. JC’s been living in Tennessee for fifteen years, and remembers the day he told his parents he didn’t want to go to college. “I started getting to open for shows like Keith Urban, Brad Paisley, Trace Atkins and a bunch of big artists in Florida. I was playing music on the side, for fun and one day I thought, I can’t go to college now,” he smiled. He told his parents he wasn’t going to school and he wanted to move to Nashville. “I worked that summer at Crispers to save up money for an apartment.” After moving to Nashville, he got a production deal within six months, which is unheard of. JC had a fellow Norwegian friend who plays guitar, give JC’s music to a producer friend named Ted Hewitt. “Ted liked what I was doing, asked me to come meet with him and he produced a few songs,” he said. At the same time, he was working at a restaurant in Hermitage, TN, a block from his house. “I was a horrible server, I was awful. I was too clumsy and couldn’t memorize stuff well,” he laughed. He needed to make money and he also happened to meet his future wife, Kristi there. So it wasn’t all bad. When he wasn’t at the restaurant, he was keeping the dream alive. “My producer tells me the next step now, is putting a band together and getting some guys you can go out on the road and start touring with. I lucked into doing shows with really big artists before, but I needed road experience.” At age 19, he came back to Florida and teamed up with his mom, Mary Anne to start auditioning for band mates. Bill Boyce was the first person he heard play. JC told him, “You’re in, I don’t need to look any further!” When Bill asked where the rest of the band was? “I laughed and said, you’re it so far!” The drummer was Jimmy Smith, one of his best friends in Lakeland. “One of the best drummers I’ve ever known,” JC said. “He was out in Hollywood at the time. I called him and he said he’d been waiting for this call for a long time.” Everything was falling into place. They got a great group of guys together and started playing gigs in Lakeland. At that point, JC was ready to move back to Tennessee and he was bringing his band. They got a house in the country where they all hunkered down and started making and recording more music.
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That’s when his mom told him about a new show coming out called The Next GAC Star. (on the Great American Country Channel.) After a little convincing from her, he sent in his music video. “I had just finished a music video before I came back up here for the first song I’ve ever wrote. A week later I got a phone call from GAC and was told I was the Judges Choice for this week’s show.” After being on the live finale show, they won 2nd runner up. That brought opportunities with record labels which were great, however the country’s recession didn’t help. “They all told me the same thing. We love ya but we can’t do anything right now. If we sign you, we’re going to have to shelf you. I felt like the iron was still hot so I didn’t want that,” he explained. He wanted something now, but it just wasn’t happening. Needing to make a living and you know, pay bills and everything. He had to figure out his next move. That’s where the Wildhorse Saloon comes in. They were having a contest, and long story short, after 800 submissions from hopeful musicians, they narrowed it down to 36 to compete live. JC not only made it to the finale, but he eventually went on to win. That meant he won a year contract with them. After that, it was more recording and more touring. At that point, he had been married to Kristi for two years. They began talking about kids. “I felt like, I don’t know what’s going to happen, I don’t know where my life is going. I’m working hard but we’re at this plateau of not knowing what’s next. I don’t have a manager and I don’t know how the business works in that aspect.” He did whatever it took to make things work and to have a family. “We had our first baby, little Sophia, and I did whatever I had to do to get by at that point. I played shows, I worked in warehouses and then I got a job working in the auto industry. It was supposed to be temporary, something to get by.” However, they wanted him full time, so he took it. “I went in at entry-level working at an auto auction place, then got a full time job but was trying to hustle the whole time, too,” he said. They gave him a promotion after promotion, “I worked my tail off. I was working and working at this job, moving up fast. “One day I came to this realization, what am I doing? I’ve been in this business for four years now, was still playing shows, still taking promotions at work but had even less time to play music. That’s when Clay Ryan, the owner of the dealership and still one of his best friends, told him to quit music because he was wasting all of his time at work. “Clay told me, why don’t you leave here and go out there and do what you came here to do. I called my wife and asked her what she thought about me quitting the corporate job and going back at music full time and giving it everything I’ve got while I still can.” Kristi supported him. “ I told her it’s going to be hard. Money will be tight. I basically had to start over and I had to go bigger and better this time around. I worked hard, toured 36
hard, booked more shows, played every hole in the wall in front of 5 people.” Wherever they could get there foot in the door, and started making a new fan base. He said sometimes it was fun, but mostly they were burned out, it was becoming difficult. They started booking less shows focusing on more quality shows. One night playing a show at Puckett’s in downtown Nashville, Len Besinger saw them play. “He’s from Glacier Entertainment Artist Management.” The company had been sitting dormant since the recession. JC explained that Besinger played his music for a friend at CMT, and was inspired to get back into the industry. They’ve been working together since. They’ve been playing bigger stages, making more money, and playing songs that he wrote. “It’s amazing to have other people like what you’re doing so much that they help you with the next step.” “This is the best year we’ve ever had, we’re on pace to have over 200 shows. I’m not starving to death like I was before,” he laughed. They will be coming out with a new single this fall. “Now with a bigger appreciation of what I’m doing and the gift that I was so lucky for God to give me, it is my responsibility to do it,” he said. “As long as I try hard enough, I will find a way. If I don’t give up, I will find a way.” I asked if he had any advice for budding musicians trying to make it big. “The music business is very deep and dark and heartbreaking. You go out every day and wear your heart on your sleeve. You don’t know where it’s going to go. I’ve had so many big things happen to me, with the show, record companies, I’ve gotten so far, so many times and at the last second everything just doesn’t work out. Over and over again. I’m doing everything I can to be the best and be better than the other guy, but nothing happens. You get bitter, jaded and angry. This is not for the faint of heart,” he said thoughtfully. “I don’t do this for me anymore. I love it and I can’t see myself doing anything else but I don’t do it to be a star. I know what I’m best at. So it’s my responsibility to do that and put my kids through college and to support my family, you know?” After sitting for a bit, he added, “Get out and perform in front of people, not your family and not your friends. Perform for people you don’t know and then see if you want to take it further. “ As for his family, “They’re my motivation to keep trying. I don’t want to let them down.” www.jcandersen.com FB@jcandersonband
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K-2 ELEMENTARY EXHIBITION When: Nov. 01 - 12, 2019 Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Artwork by Polk County Students Grades K through 2. This exhibition features the work of the youngest Polk County art students. The museum hosts several exhibitions per year in the George Jenkins Gallery that feature artwork by Polk County School District students. From each of these exhibitions, one piece is purchased by the Museum to be added to our Student Collection. (863) 688-7743
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PAUL FULLERTON: FORCES OF NATURE When: Nov. 01 - 10, 2019 Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Born in Minnesota and raised in Fort Myers, Paul Fullerton earned his bachelor’s degree in fine arts from the University of Florida in 1967 under the late Hiram Williams. He received his master’s degree in painting, printmaking, and sculpture in 1969 from the University of Illinois. While serving as an associate professor of sculpture at Wayne State University in Detroit, he developed the molding and casting process that is characteristic of a large and important body of his work. (863) 688-7743
PIERRE HENRI MATISSE: SPARKS OF CREATIVITY When: Nov. 01, 2019 | 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Where: Melvin Gallery 1118-1198 Johnson Ave, Lakeland flsouthern.edu/community/melvin-gallery. aspx Like his renowned grandfather Henri before him, Pierre Henri Matisse made art — and creativity — his life’s passion. The French-born Pierre moved to Florida in the 1960s, and, before his passing in July at 91 years old, he was excited to bring his adventurous and innovative work to the Polk Museum for the first time. One half of a two-site set of Pierre Henri Matisse exhibitions, this original Melvin Gallery show coincides with an exhibition of the artist’s narrative-based work at the nearby Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College. (863) 680-4111 A COLORED IMAGE OF THE SUN When: Nov. 01 - 10, 2019 Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org A solo exhibition by artist, Kelly Sturhahn. Sturhahn’s work explores notions of the sublime in nature from a contemporary viewpoint, simultaneously considering experience, perception and transformation. Favoring process and experimentation, her practice combines the unconventional with the traditional, incorporating a range of tactile materials to create paintings on cut fabric, ink drawings, and large-scale installations comprised of textiles, such as hand-sewn sequins and painted lace. (863) 688-7743 PIERRE HENRI MATISSE: STORIES OF CREATIVITY When: Nov. 01 - 24, 2019 Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Like his renowned grandfather Henri before him, Pierre Henri Matisse made art — and creativity — his life’s passion. Ever the experimental artist, Pierre never settled on one style alone, although his unique voice and whimsical nature shine forth in each and every piece he created. Especially in his use of paper cuts as a medium of choice, visitors will see how Pierre and his art were inspired deeply by his grandfather and his legacy, and this exhibition puts a spotlight on the artist’s narrative works and series. (863) 688-7743
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Downtownlkld.com Enjoy the following activities in and around Munn Park:-Live music by Joe’s Garage Band-An interactive zone in Munn Park with Lakeland Electric heavy equipment and supplies as well as demonstrations-A free photo booth by Well Done Events-Visits from the Lakeland Electric and Lakeland Magic mascots-Giveaway of t-shirts, stress balls, phone pockets and other small prizes (limited quantity, while supplies last)T-shirt signing by local artist Bump GallettaSpecial Guest Exhibitors, such as Community Giving Grant Winners and Veteran-Related Organizations. Part of this month’s event is also a Tribute to Courage for veterans and first responders with some Downtown Merchants and First Friday exhibitors offering special discounts--check the Facebook event page for details. A SYMPHONIC CELEBRATION! When: Nov. 01, 2019 | 7:30 p.m. Where: Branscomb Auditorium 1085 Johnson Ave., Lakeland flsouthern.edu/FFA In this, her first concert in FSC’s Festival of Fine Arts in Branscomb Auditorium, conductor Martha Placeres takes up the baton to conduct the Florida Southern College Symphony Orchestra and share with you her special look at the first year of her engagement with them. Through beautiful musical styles, wonderful composers, and a couple of innovative ideas here and there, she will let you know just how warmly the orchestra has greeted her. Cost: Adults: $8, Students: $4
SPIRITS: RITUAL AND CEREMONIAL AFRICAN AND OCEANIC ART When: Nov. 01, 2019 - Jan. 26, 2020 Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org From the Dr. Alan and Linda Rich Collection. In this Polk Museum original exhibition, these artifacts, most of which speak to the close spiritual communion between humans and animals, will be displayed publicly for the first time. (863) 688-7743
SWAN CITY IMPROV When: Nov. 01, 2019 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. Where: LkldTV, 202 N Mass Ave, Lakeland lkldlive.com Swan City Improv is back for another double bill in the heart of downtown Lakeland. No scripts. Just hilarious skits and sketches made up on the spot from audience suggestions. $10 per show / $15 for both Doors open 7:00pm, First Show 7:30pm, Second Show 9:00pm.
EAT TO BEAT DIABETES When: Nov. 01, 2019 | 2:30-3:30 p.m. Where: James P. Austin Center 315 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Lake Wales Through games and activities learn from a registered dietitian how to fill a healthy plate at meals and fit in all the foods you love. Register at polkfcs.eventbrite.com
THE KITCHEN WITCHES When: Nov. 01 - 10, 2019 Where: Lakeland Community Theatre 121 S Lake Avenue, Lakeland lakelandcommunitytheatre.com Isobel Lomax and Dolly Biddle are two “mature” cable-access cooking show hostesses who have hated each other for thirty years, ever since Larry Biddle dated one and married the other. When circumstances put them together on a TV cooking show the hilarity ensues and the insults fly. 863-603-7529
POWER: FLOW When: Nov. 01, 2019 | 5:15-6:30 p.m. Where: Inside Out Yoga 52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven ioyogastudio.com Come as you are, open and ready to meet your edge & play with it. All that you desire is already within you. So, let’s dig down deep and explore the core of your being! With long held postures and focus on breath led movement, this energetic form of yoga may bring a little sweat. Pranayama, mantras and modifications will be sprinkled throughout the class to better move you closer to meeting your edge. From Oct. 18 Dec. 13th. 863-224-2311
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT When: Nov. 01 - 17, 2019 Where: Theatre Winter Haven 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd., Winter Haven theatrewinterhaven.com Music by: Andrew Lloyd Webber, Lyrics by: Tim Rice. The biblical story of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes alive in the musical retelling. Joseph, the favorite son of Jacob,is blessed with vivid dreams that foretell the future. Sold into slavery by his jealous brothers, Joseph endures a series of adventures that challenge him to his core. (863) 294-7469
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COPENHAGEN When: Nov. 01 & 02, 2019 Where: Florida Southern College 111 Lake Hollingsworth Dr, Lakeland flsouthern.edu/arts-centers/festival-of-finearts/ffa-events.aspx Written by playwright Michael Frayn, this play features a meeting held in Copenhagen in 1941 by two international physicists, Werner Heisenberg from Germany and Niels Bohr from Denmark. Together they had revolutionized atomic science in the 1920s, but in the 1940s, they were on opposite sides of a world war. In this incisive drama, the two men meet in a situation fraught with danger in hopes of discovering why we do what we do. Location: Frank Lloyd Wright Theatre-in-the-Round (863) 680-4111 39 MILE YARD SALE When: Nov. 02, 2019 | 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: The Ridge Scenic Highway The 39 mile Scenic HWY Yard Sale runs along Scenic HWY or SR 17 from Frostproof to Haines City. There are several official locations along the way and many more unofficial sites.This event encourages drivers to tour the beautiful Scenic HWY. More info on Facebook @TheRidgeScenicHighway DOTY FARM AND GARDEN SUPPLY 65TH ANNIVERSARY When: Nov. 02, 2019 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: Doty Farm & Garden Supply 299 6th St. SW, Winter Haven Bill Doty and the staff will join with old friends and customers to celebrate their 65th anniversary of the store. Giveaways, food, raffles demonstrations and sales. FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL When: Nov. 02, 2019 | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Central Florida’s Visitor Information Center 101 Adventure Ct., Davenport This FREE, family-friendly will have games, prizes, face painting, a balloon artist and Pumpkin Patch area when guests can take photos and selfies. Costumes are welcome so the kids can continue their trick-or-treating into November. Various local vendors will be on hand, selling food, treats and gifts, including handmade products, jewelry, plants and produce. Bok Tower Gardens will have a booth and the Bloodmobile will be on site for donors. Attendees will receive one free LEGOLAND® Florida Resort or Bok Tower Gardens ticket for each adult ticket purchased (of the same) at CFVIC on the day of the event. Note: LEGOLAND Florida BOGO tickets are limited to the first 200 tickets sold, with a purchase limit of four (4) tickets per person. CFVIC attraction ticket prices are already discounted, making this an especially attractive offer.Attendees may enter a random drawing (one entry per person) for prizes including LEGOLAND Florida Tickets, Airboat Rides and MORE! No purchase is necessary but donations of non-perishable food items for the annual Food Drive would be greatly appreciated by local food banks. CYPRESS LAKES COMMUNITY CRAFT FAIR When: Nov. 02, 2019 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Cypress Lakes Community 10000 Hwy 98 N, Lakeland Hosted by the Cypress Lakes Sewing Group.
Tea Room, Bake Sale, and 50+ Vendors. Proceeds earned by the group are earmarked to help the children of Polk County. Contact Jill Allen (314) 495-2320 or Jdallen48@sbcglobal.net AUBURNDALE FALLFEST When: Nov. 02, 2019 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Downtown City Park 200 E Park St., Auburndale Saturday, November 2nd is the newly-branded Auburndale FallFest in the Downtown City Park! Be sure to join us for an exciting day of family fun. We’ll have crafts for sale, food, music, pumpkin painting, and much more. Get a head start on the holiday shopping season and visit FallFest! auburndalefl.com/park_events/ ART CRAWL When: Nov. 02, 2019 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: Munn Park, Lakeland Since its inception in 2013, under the support and direction of Polk Museum of Art in Lakeland, FL as an outreach program, Art Crawl Inc. has set out to bridge previously set boundaries on the emerging artist. Art Crawl is designed to break down social and culture boundaries through the arts by spotlighting emerging artists, performers, other area art organizations and grass root art movements whom may not fit the common tradition of art festivals in the area. As a result, this event has grown to include locally established artists, art organizations, colleges, galleries and grass root organizations in the pursuit of fresh contemporary art talent. Art Crawl is proud to remain supported and endorsed by Polk Museum of Art in addition to area businesses and other organizations sharing the vision. Together, they are building
ACCESS ART: SPECIAL NEEDS When: Nov. 02, 2019 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Participants will create and discuss art with specially trained educator, Tinia Clark. Clark is the Executive Director of Sidestreet Art Beat, Inc., an organization whose mission is to provide awareness for the healing power of the arts through engagement. This program invites individuals with special needs and varying exceptionalities to meet once a month at Polk Museum of Art to engage in viewing and discussing artwork that is exhibited. The program is designed to create social engagement and encourage creativity and self expression. After the tour the group meets at Kelly Rec. Center to make art inspired by the museum visit. Registration preferred but not required. For registration or questions, please contact Tinia Clark at 863-224-8557 or email at sidestreetartbeat@gmail.com.
relationships with artists, art organizations, sponsors and the community to bring about awareness, support and collaboration for the arts. artcrawlfl.com FALL-O-WEEN FEST When: Nov. 02, 2019 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: East Central Park 5555 Lake Trask Rd., Dundee Presented by Polk County Parks & Recreation & The Town of Dundee. FREE Admission. Activities: Kids inflatable, Pumpkin Patch, Carnival Games, Obstacle Course, Food Vendors, Informational Vendors. Entertainment: DJ, Harvest Walk, Live Performances, 12:30 p.m. Doughnut Eating Contest; 1 p.m. Fall Costume Contest. Contact Polk County Parks & Rec. for more info: 863-534-6911. BASICS OF GROWING ORCHIDS When: Nov. 02, 2019 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Learn about the basics of growing and keeping orchids with Dr. Larry Apotheker, owner of Buddha’s Garden. Explore the different types of orchids, light requirements, potting medium, fertilizing, watering, when and how to divide and when and how to re-pot; what to look for when buying orchids; and common diseases and how to best treat them. $15 members/$25 non-members. Ticket price includes general admission to the Gardens. Tickets are available for purchase at online or in person at the Visitor Center or by phone at 863-734-1222.
THEATRE WINTER HAVEN CHOIR When: Nov. 02, 2019 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Theatre Winter Haven 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd., Winter Haven theatrewinterhaven.com A community choir open to all singers, ages 14 & up. No audition required. Dates: October 12 — December 17, 2019 (Saturdays 11am-1pm) Theatre Winter Haven Choir is a free experience for ages 14 and up! Learn to navigate and explore your voice. On December 17th you’ll be a part of an unforgettable concert. No experience is required and it’s completely free! For more information, please contact our Choir Director,
Philip King, at Philip@theatrewinterhaven.com (863) 294-7469 THE WAY CENTER’S FALL LUNCHEON When: Nov. 02, 2019 | 12-2 p.m. Where: Lake Eva Event Center 799 Johns Avenue, Haines City Tickets - $30 per person, Tickets NOT available at the door. Keynote Speaker: Deric C. Feacher. Sponsorships available. All proceeds benefit the Women and Youth Center, Inc. Call 863-4222309 or email waycenter@verizon.net for tickets and sponsorships. FALL INTO THE GARDENS WINE WALK When: Nov. 02, 2019 | 2-5 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Sip and stroll through the Gardens while enjoying 10 carefully curated wines from around the world and light nibbles at each stop. Enjoy a special after party from 5 P.M.-7 P.M. with live music, a dinner special and shopping. Purchase your tickets online. $25 members/$35 nonmembers. 863-734-1222 YAUPON TEA REVIVAL AND FLORIDA AG SURVIVAL When: Nov. 02, 2019 | 2-4 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org For thousands of years, the Yaupon Holly tree was a central part of Native American culture in Florida. The caffeinated plant was revered and worshiped for its stimulating and purifying - CONTINUED ON PAGE 40 -
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qualities, and was later exported to Europe and consumed as a tea by early Americans but eventually faded into obscurity. Could a Yaupon Tea revival equal Florida’s agriculture survival? Explore the history of Yaupon consumption in the American South, and delve into the future prospects of Yaupon Holly as a native alternative crop for Florida farmers. Free for members/ $15 non-members. 863-734-1222. “MIRAME” When: Nov. 02 - 08, 2019 Where: The WA Gallery 1028 Florida Ave. S, Lakeland. davidnelsoncollins.com Collective Art Exhibition “Mirame””Mirame” is a portrait show where 9 local artists will be displaying their unique art. All of them work with different techniques and mediums, from oil paintings to digital art, photography and videography. The exhibition will be up at the gallery until November 8th, days and hours vary, please enter through the back alley. SQUABBLES BY MARSHALL KARP When: Nov. 02 - 17, 2019 Where: Haines City Theatre 303 Ledwith Ave., Haines City hainescitytheatre.com This hilarious play pits a father-in-law against a mother. This play is one confrontation after another until the finale in which the oldsters discover that the other is not so bad. Days and hours very. 863-421-1893 DICK CLARK’S CARAVAN OF STARS: STARRING RON SEGGI When: Nov. 02, 2019 | 8-10 p.m. Where: Ritz Theatre 263 W Central Ave, Winter Haven centralfloridatix.com Ron Seggi is known not only for his live radio show from Universal Studios Orlando but also for his tributes to some of America’s most renowned and beloved entertainers. His vocal accolades to musicians such as Ray Charles, Neil Diamond, Elvis Presley and Frankie Valli. Along with a 13-piece band and two back-up singers, Seggi, will perform a musical tribute to Dick Clark’s “Caravan of Stars” TV show, formed in 1959 by the late radio and TV personality, featuring some of the most popular stars and musical groups of the day. 2-hour show with intermission. 863-294-7469 NIRVANA UNPLUGGED 25TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW - THE GARY LOVE BAND When: Nov. 02, 2019 | 8-11 p.m. Where: LkldTV, 202 N Mass Ave, Lakeland lkldlive.com On November 1st 1994, Nirvana released their Unplugged Live In New York Album, and The Gary Love Band are faithfully recreating it from start to finish. They will round the night out with a selection of well known tunes from the 90s. Doors 7:30pm Show Starts 8:00pm. DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS When: Nov. 03, 2019 | 2 a.m. Turn your clocks back, you get an extra hour of sleep or whatever it is you’re doing at 2am!!
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the area’s best businesses who are now hiring for immediate openings.Whether you’re looking for an entry-level position or a more experienced management job, the JobNewsUSA.com Lakeland Job Fair has something for you. Get in before these positions fill up! Bring several copies of your updated resume or work history to the event. Parking and Admission are FREE. For more information, call (813) 875-8555. Employers: Exhibitor information will be posted the Friday prior to the event.
SILVER SNEAKERS When: Nov. 04, 2019 | 8:30 a.m. Where: Lakeland Square Mall 3800 U.S. Highway. 98 North, Lakeland Silver Sneakers sponsored by IMA Medical Center has a walking club in the Lakeland Square Mall every Monday and Wednesday at 8:30 AM. Certified group fitness instructor on site to do a warm up and help pair up walkers by speed. After laps enjoy coffee and juice. Monthly rewards and contests. Meet at the food court kiosk!
DISCOVER DRUMMING When: Nov. 05, 2019 | 4-5 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Holyoake’s DRUMBEAT is the world’s first structured learning program using music, psychology and neurobiology to reconnect with others and ourselves. The name DRUMBEAT is an acronym for Discovering Relationships Using Music, Beliefs, Emotions, Attitudes, and Thoughts. Participants from age 10 to 100 will enjoy personal growth and insight while drumming on djembe drums through this DRUMBEAT program. No previous drumming experience is necessary. Registration required, included with general admission or membership. (863) 734-1222
WALK WITH EASE When: Nov. 04 - 14, 2019 | 9-10 a.m. Where: Polk State College Trail, Winter Haven mywinterhaven.com Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:00 AM — 10:00 AM. The Walk With Ease Program is a six week class geared toward improving health. Join our certified Instructors in walking and learning ways to improve overall wellness. If you’re interested in joining after the start date don’t worry just contact (863)291-5870. Meet in parking lot across from DiamondPlex Softball Complex Entrance off PSC access road. Preregistration is requested at the WH Senior Adult Center or the WH Recreational & Cultural Center. CAPTURING CULTURES When: Nov. 04 - Dec. 05, 2019 Where: Polk State/Lakeland 3425 Winter Lake Road, Lakeland Photography exhibit at the Polk State Lakeland Art Gallery. (863) 297-1050 AFTER SCHOOL ART When: Nov. 04, 2019 | 4:30-5:30 p.m. Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org After school art is designed for the parent and child to learn together. Lessons vary in medium and are designed to be adapted for use at home. Doors open at 4:20 pm. Come get in line early as space is limited. (863) 688-7743 RYE WHISKEY COCKTAIL CLASS When: Nov. 04, 2019 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Revival, 119 South Kentucky Avenue, Lakeland Through hands on instruction, you will learn classic and Revival signature cocktails utilizing this spirit for techniques that will leave you creating unforgettable cocktail creations. This class will last 1 hour long, please come prepared for an educational and social evening revolving around cocktails.*3 cocktails served throughout the duration of the class. Purchase tickets on eventbrite or find more info on FB@revivallakeland
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SILVER SNEAKERS When: Nov. 06, 2019 | 8:30 a.m. Where: Lakeland Square Mall 3800 U.S. Highway. 98 North, Lakeland Silver Sneakers sponsored by IMA Medical Center has a walking club in the Lakeland Square Mall every Monday and Wednesday at 8:30 AM. Certified group fitness instructor on site to do a warm up and help pair up walkers by speed. After laps enjoy coffee and juice. Monthly rewards and contests. Meet at the food court kiosk! TEA TIME AT BOK TOWER GARDENS When: Nov. 06, 2019 | 12-1 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Join Garden Educator Stephen Kane to learn about delicious teas right in your backyard! The class includes samples of teas that grown at Bok Tower Gardens. $5 members/$15 non-member. Ticket price includes general admission to the Gardens. Tickets are available for purchase online or in person at the Visitor Center or by phone at 863-734-1222.
TRIVIA TUESDAYS AT GRB! When: Nov. 05, 2019 | 6:30-8 p.m. Where: Grove Roots Brewing Co. 302 3rd St. SW, Winter Haven Gather up those teams, GRB is hosting Trivia every Tuesday in the main tasting room from 6:30-8pm! With the exception of a few, all trivia will be General Knowledge! Teams may range between 1-8 players. All minors must be accompanied and actively supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.
SNACKING AND EATING OUT WITH DIABETES When: Nov. 06, 2019 | 1-2:30 p.m. Where: Haines City Public Library 111 N 6th St, Haines City If you have diabetes or know someone that does, this class is for you! Through games (let’s play Jeopardy!) and activities learn from a registered dietitian the best snacks and restaurant choices and get to sample some food! Register at polkfcs.eventbrite.com
LAKELAND SALSA When: Nov. 05, 2019 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Lake Mirror Theater 121 S Lake Ave, Lakeland lakelandsalsa.com We meet at the Lake Mirror Auditorium located in beautiful downtown Lakeland. PAINTS & PINTS: PUMPKIN When: Nov. 05, 2019 | 7 p.m. Where: Union Taproom 245 West Central Avenue, Winter Haven Enjoy a brew (or two) while local artist, Sheila Vertoli, leads you in a guided painting class. Painting Class: $35 - Includes all supplies to make and take your creation. All painters receive 10% off their UNION TAPROOM Tab. (Pay at the time of the class.) Please feel free to #BYOF Bring Your Own Food. Reserve your spot online, find this event on FB@uniontaproom
WEST COAST SWING - BEGINNER ADULT CLASS When: Nov. 06, 2019 | 5-6 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Senior Center 250 S Lake Silver Dr, Winter Haven Wednesdays, No Partner Needed! Classes are held in the Senior Adult Center Auditorium, for more information contact Winter Haven Parks, Recreation & Culture at (863) 291-5656 or Instructor Susan at (863) 604-5060.
EAST POLK ECONOMIC SUMMIT 2019 When: Nov. 06, 2019 | 7:30-9:30 a.m. Where: 999 Avenue H NE, Winter Haven winterhavenchamber.com Join us for the 16th Annual Economic Summit presented by Bank of Central Florida. This year you will hear from Dr. Dale Brill, Senior Vice President of Research and Foundation for Building Community at the Orlando Economic Partnership. He will be discussing today’s economy, but also what Florida and Polk County can anticipate over the next 10 years leading to 2030. Tickets are $25 for an individual ticket or
JOBNEWSUSA.COM LAKELAND JOB FAIR When: Nov. 05, 2019 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: RP Funding Center 701 West Lime Street , Lakeland Jobnewsusa.com Hundreds of Jobs are up for grabs, this is your opportunity to meet one-on-one with recruiters and hiring managers from some of
$180 for a table of 6 (plus 2 Polk State students). A full breakfast is included. Purchase tickets online.
YOGA SHRED CLASSES! When: Nov. 06, 2019 | 6-7 p.m. Where: Inside Out Yoga 52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven ioyogastudio.com This class is a full body workout, sprinkling in some cardio while incorporating vinyasa yoga to start. Move more efficiently to gain strength, flexibility, power and stamina. Incorporating these moves will amplify calorie-burn, muscle strength and tone, while keeping the detoxifying and lengthening benefits of yoga. (863) 224-2311 BALLROOM DANCE - ADULT CLASS When: Nov. 06, 2019 | 6-7 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Senior Center 250 S Lake Silver Dr, Winter Haven Wednesdays, No Partner Needed! Classes are held in the Senior Adult Center Auditorium, for more information contact Parks, Recreation & Culture at (863) 291-5656 or Instructor Susan at (863) 604-5060.
YOGA FOR EVERY BODY When: Nov. 07, 2019 | 8:30-9:30 a.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org This Hatha yoga class will follow a core sequence of held postures combined with breath work. Learn to listen to your body and modify postures as needed. Participants of all adult ages, shapes, and abilities will gain strength, balance, and serenity in this Hatha Yoga class. Registration required, free with admission. (863) 734-1222 FLEA & FARMERS MARKET AT THE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER When: Nov. 07, 2019 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Central Florida’s Visitor Information Center 101 Adventure Ct., Davenport visitcentralflorida.org Central Florida’s Visitor Information Center in Davenport hosts a Flea & Farmers Market each Thursday featuring a variety of vendors offering local produce, handmade crafts and more. The weekly event serves to familiarize locals with the amenities and services available at the visitor information center, including vacation planning for their visiting family and friends, a Florida souvenir gift shop and the availability of discounted attraction tickets for many Central Florida attractions, including LEGOLAND® Florida Resort, the Disney parks, Universal Studios, Kennedy Space Center, Busch Gardens and more. FLORIDA-FRIENDLY PLANTS FOR POLK COUNTY LANDSCAPES When: Nov. 07, 2019 | 10-11 a.m. Where: Mackay Gardens and Lakeside Preserve 945 Mackay Blvd, Lake Alfred Let’s get specific! Of all the plants available to gardeners, it’s important to know which ones (both native and not native) will be most successful right here in Polk County BEFORE you spend your landscaping money. Workshop is presented by the UF/IFAS Extension Polk County Master Gardeners. Register at polkfcs.eventbrite.com LADIES LUNCHEON When: Nov. 07, 2019 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Huntington Hills Golf & Country Club 2626 Duff Rd, Lakeland Cost: $16.00 inclusive. Reservations by October 28, 2019. Call: Wilma Diaz: 863853-7037 or email: glenda.golden@hotmail. com. Program: Becky Burgue ”Restore the art of the handwritten letter” Music: Priscilla Cary, Speaker: Becky Burgue Topic: “ The letter that changed my life.” AFTER HOURS AT THE MUSEUM When: Nov. 07, 2019 | 5 p.m. Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org The Polk Museum of Art will be open until 8 p.m. the first Thursday of every month and will host a Curator Tour at 6 p.m. Join Dr. H. Alexander Rich, Executive Director and Chief Curator, for an in-depth tour of the Museum galleries, providing art-historical and curatorial insight about one of our current exhibitions. (863) 688-7743
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MULBERRY KIWANIS BALLIN TOWEL When: Nov. 07, 2019 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Mulberry Civic Center 901 NE 5th St, Mulberry mulberrykiwanis.org/bawlintowel Polk County basketball coaches arrive to ‘bawl’ about their teams-sharing what they think about their upcoming seasons. The Coach who gets the most pity wins the towel. It’s all in good fun with the proceeds benefiting the Kiwanis Club of Mulberry’s programs and projects for the coming year including the Mulberry High Key Club and the Mulberry Middle Builders Club. There will be door prizes, raffles, and silent auctions. Each ticket includes a BBQ dinner and unlimited beer, tea, or water.
FEAST ON CENTENARIAN FOODS FOR HEALTHY LONGEVITY When: Nov. 08, 2019 | 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Where: Publix Cooking School 4730 Florida Ave S, Lakeland National Geographic identified 5 places in the world for their high concentrations of individuals over 100 years old and clusters of people who have grown old without health problems like heart disease, obesity, cancer, or diabetes. They drew a blue circle around each of the areas on the world map. These 5 areas became known as the “Blue Zones.” Join the cooking class at the Publix cooking school to make pasta from Sardinia, miso soup from Okinawa, and Haystacks-a favorite of Adventists all over the world. Foods from Greece and Costa Rica will also be prepared with a dessert. Pre Register with Publix: 863-646-5769 Only 12 seats available. For more information contact: Via Facebook or YouTube at “Chat and Chew More Plants.” Direct contact via email at: 54321health@gmail.com
WINTER HAVEN HOSPITAL FOUNDATION: THE GALA When: Nov. 07, 2019 | 5:30 p.m. Where: Nora Mayo Hall 500 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven whhfoundation.org/events/gala/ Polk County’s premier black-tie event, all proceeds raised from the 2019 Gala event will be utilized locally to support the most current and urgent patient needs at Winter Haven Hospital and Winter Haven Women’s Hospital. The Gala event includes: Live entertainment by “The Headliners Band,” Four-course gourmet dinner with open bar & exquisite wines, Live and silent auctions, Exciting raffle items. For sponsorship inquiries or general questions, please contact the Winter Haven Hospital Foundation at (863) 292-4138 or Holly.Worrell@baycare.org
POINT OF VIEW GALLERY TALK: DR. H. ALEXANDER RICH When: Nov. 08, 2019 | 12-1 p.m. Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Join Dr. Alexander Rich, in dialogue with Dr. Rico and Linda Rich, as they provide an in depth overview of the current exhibition Spirits: Ritual and Ceremonial African and Oceanic Art from the Dr. Alan and Linda Rich Collection. 863-688-7743
RELAY FOR LIFE OF HAINES CITY & DAVENPORT KICK-OFF When: Nov. 07, 2019 | 6 p.m. Where: Davenport Community Center 5 South Allapaha Ave., Davenport The Relay For Life of Haines City and Davenport invites you to the 2020 Kick-Off! Join them for food, fun and to learn more about Relay For Life and the fight against cancer! RSVP to Jessica Combs at jessica.combs@cancer.org Register today! www.relayforlife.org/HainesCityFL
POWER: FLOW When: Nov. 08, 2019 | 5:15-6:30 p.m. Where: Inside Out Yoga 52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven ioyogastudio.com Come as you are, open and ready to meet your edge & play with it. All that you desire is already within you..So, let’s dig down deep and explore the core of your being! With long held postures and focus on breath led movement, this energetic form of yoga may bring a little sweat. Pranayama, mantras and modifications will be sprinkled throughout the class to better move you closer to meeting your edge. 863-224-2311 ITALIAN FOOD: FLAVORS AND FASCINATING FACTS When: Nov. 08, 2019 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org As part of the lecture and culinary sampling experience, University of Florida professors Phillip Kaufman and Jennifer L. Gillett-Kaufman will discuss the production process of two typical Italian products: Lambrusco and Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena. $15 members/$25 non-members. Ticket price includes general admission to the Gardens. Tickets are available for purchase online or in person at the Visitor Center or by phone at 863-734-1222.
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NATURE’S FINEST YOGA CLASS When: Nov. 07, 2019 | 6:30 p.m. Where: Mackay Gardens and Lakeside Preserve 945 Mackay Blvd, Lake Alfred mylakealfred.com Every Thursday evening, from 6:30pm until 7:30pm there will be a yoga class at the Mackay Gardens and Lakeside Preserve. Everyone is welcome, just bring a mat and an open heart. Donations will be accepted although the class is free.
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SALUTE TO VETERANS BREAKFAST When: Nov. 08, 2019 | 7-9 a.m. Where: Heritage Baptist Church 4202 Pipkin Creek Rd, Lakeland All Veterans are encouraged to attend the 10th Annual Salute to Veteran’s Breakfast on Friday, November 8, 2019, at 7 a.m., to enjoy a buffet breakfast by Mission BBQ with speaker Major General H. D. “Jake” Polumbo. Veterans receive a free breakfast, commemorative cup, and coin. Hosted by The Rotary Club of Lakeland, The Rotary Club of Lakeland Christina, The Rotary Club of Lakeland North, The Rotary Club of Lakeland South, and The Rotary Club of TigerTown. Others welcome for breakfast at $10 each. Contact Albert Dotson at
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ALES FOR TALES AT COB & PEN When: Nov. 08, 2019 | 6 p.m. Where: Cob & Pen, 1221 S. Florida Ave,, Lakeland Raise a glass and raise funds for the Polk County Bully Project! Your contributions help dogs find their fur-ever homes! Auction items and a very cute bike up for raffle! NEWSAID 2019 When: Nov. 08, 2019 | 7:30 p.m. Where: LkldTV, 202 N Mass Ave, Lakeland lkldnow.com NewsAid, a benefit concert, supports LkldNow and its non-profit, community-driven journalism with a great night of local music including performances by Fount, Emily Jones, members of the ISO, and the Munn Park Saints as well as special guests. NewsAid kicks-off NewsMatch, a national, grassroots campaign that provides matching funds for contributions raised between Nov. 1 and Dec. 31.General admission is a $20 donation. For a $100 donation, have a seat in the Publisher’s Circle VIP section, which includes a champagne pre-concert reception at 6 p.m. Join us and show your support for LkldNow and the importance of quality, independent, local news! HAVING HOPE AT HOME When: Nov. 08 - 24, 2019 Where: Lake Wales Little Theatre 411 N 3rd St., Lake Wales lwlt.org Carolyn has one evening to cook a three-course turkey dinner, make peace with her parents, get married in her grandmother’s dress and hide the fact that she’s in labor. What could possibly go wrong? Having Hope at Home is a side-splitting look at a family learning to love again. On a cold winter night, in a drafty farmhouse, Carolyn goes into labor just as her parents arrive for dinner. A light comedy with serious intentions, the play shows us how the human heart sometimes takes the long way home. Days and hours vary. 863-676-1266 THE RED RIBBON 15K, 5K & KIDS FUN RUN When: Nov. 09, 2019 | 6:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Lake Mirror, 121 S Lake Ave, Lakeland RedRibbonRun.com A family-friendly event with three races to accommodate all ages: the new 15K added this year (9.3 miles), a 5K (3.1 miles), plus a Kids’ Fun Run (1K-just over a half-mile). The course for the 5K and 15K is run around the picturesque Lake Mirror, and races are timed with results posted at the end.
THEATRE WINTER HAVEN CHOIR When: Nov. 09, 2019 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Theatre Winter Haven 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd., Winter Haven theatrewinterhaven.com A community choir open to all singers, ages 14 & up. No audition required. Dates: October 12 — December 17, 2019 (Saturdays 11am-1pm). Theatre Winter Haven Choir is a free experience for ages 14 and up! Learn to navigate and explore your voice. On December 17th you’ll be a part of an unforgettable concert. No experience is required and it’s completely free! For more information, please contact our Choir Director, Philip King, at Philip@theatrewinterhaven.com (863) 294-7469
CRAFT FAIR When: Nov. 09, 2019 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Providence Clubhouse 1512 Clubhouse Blvd., Davenport The fair will have a wide variety of craft items for sale made by local artisans at the Resident’s Clubhouse. VETERANS DAY PARADE & CEREMONY When: Nov. 09, 2019 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: Veterans Memorial Park 141-199 Lake Beulah Dr., Lakeland Starts at the Veterans Memorial Park near Lake Beulah at about 10 a.m. The parade then kicks off at the RP Funding Center and winds through Downtown Lakeland. It’s a great opportunity to support our veterans.
SATURDAY AFTERNOON FAMILY MOVIES When: Nov. 09, 2019 | 2-4 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Public Library 325 Ave. A NW, Winter Haven Enjoy a family friendly movie on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month! Admission is FREE and food and drink are welcome.
GLOBAL ART OF THE 1970S: FROM THE SC JOHNSON COLLECTION When: Nov. 09, 2019 - Jan. 26, 2020 Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org This exclusive exhibition features works selected from the private collection of the SC Johnson Company, most of which have never before traveled outside the Council House, the company’s international conference center in Racine, Wisconsin. The collection was built throughout the 1970s by Karen Johnson Boyd, the daughter of H.F. Johnson, Jr. and curator Lee Nordness. The result is a renowned collection entailing exemplary art from around the globe, most produced in the 1970s. Featuring works in all media and crossing all stylistic and geographic boundaries, this Polk Museum original exhibition offers audiences a deep dive into rarely seen art from one of the most consequential decades in art history. Days and hours vary. 863-688-7743
HONEY BEE CRAFT FAIR When: Nov. 09, 2019 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: Downtown Bartow Annual craft fair down Main Street in Bartow.
ART LAB When: Nov. 09, 2019 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Participants will be introduced to one of the Museum’s exhibitions in a fun and accessible, hands-on learning experience for all ages. Labs are led by professional artists or art educators who guide participants in creating their own artwork. Using an array of mediums and techniques, the project will relate to an exhibition on display in the Museum. 863-688-7743 Register online, space is limited.
GENTLE YOGA AND CRYSTAL BOWLS When: Nov. 09, 2019 | 10-11:30 a.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Most humans are operating from the fight, flight or freeze system. This class is designed to stimulate the rest and digest system though familiarity, repetition and sensory anchors. Instructors Jody Reece and Buffy La Roux will conduct a majority of the class on the floor with a few standing and balancing poses
YOGA FOR EVERYBODY AND ANYBODY When: Nov. 09, 2019 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Inside Out Yoga 52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven ioyogastudio.com/ Alexandria Crow Offers The Group Class Dilemma,The Exclusivity and Injurious Factors Affecting Classes Today & How To Solve Them. Lecture & Discussion + Practice + How To Apply. In this workshop we will look at a well-defined list of factors that Alexandria has spent years
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accompanied by the soothing sounds of crystal bowls and other sweet sounds. $35 members/$45 non-members. Ticket price includes general admission to the Gardens. Tickets are available for purchase online or in person at the Visitor Center or by phone at 863-734-1222.
YOGA’S NOT FITNESS - THE FITNESS/ NOT FITNESS PARADOX When: Nov. 09, 2019 | 3-6 p.m. Where: Inside Out Yoga 52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven ioyogastudio.com Alexandria Crow OffersYoga’s Not Fitness - The Fitness/Not Fitness Paradox. Current Student Expectations, How To Meet Them Ethically & Without Appropriating. Lecture & Discussion + Practice + How To Apply. Physically demanding classes are some of the most popular yoga offerings currently, and yet some of the most difficult within which to achieve the outcome that a yoga practice intends philosophically. How do you get students to work hard, move, and do it with ethical integrity? Participants will be asked to brainstorm practical ideas to implement the information based on their own practice and/ or teaching both immediately and in the future. 863-224-2311 SECOND SATURDAY CAR SHOW When: Nov. 09, 2019 | 4-8 p.m. Where: Downtown City Park 200 E Park St., Auburndale Auburndale Downtown City ParkEast Park Street, Auburndale, FLShift into Second Saturday for the weekend with a classic car show in Downtown Auburndale, in the plaza next to City Hall. TASTE OF OUR TOWN WINTER HAVEN When: Nov. 09, 2019 | 6-9 p.m. Where: The Atrium at the Garden Ballroom 301 3rd St NW , Winter Haven tasteofourtownwh.com Food Tasting, Silent Auction, Raffle And More! Event admission includes one drink ticket and food samples from various local food vendors. Additional drink tickets $4 available for purchase (cash or card). We’ll have a selection of Wine, Beer and select specialty beer from 42
Wisconsin. Come on out and join in the fun while supporting our journey to the 2020 World Show Ski Tournament. $25.00 FSC DANCE - FALL INTO DANCE 2019 When: Nov. 09, 2019 | 7:30 p.m. Where: Branscomb Auditorium 1085 Johnson Ave., Lakeland flsouthern.edu/FFA Join us for the FSC Dance Program’s annual fall dance performance as we showcase an eclectic array of works from Florida Southern College faculty and guest artists. This performance will feature new and diverse choreography, ranging from ballet to contemporary modern dance, all performed by the talented students of FSC’s Dance Program under the incredible artistic direction of Erin LaSala. Nov. 9 & 10. Cost: Adults: $18, Students: $9 Open to the public. EIRINN ABU & MANNY LOPEZ: LOVING EASY TOUR When: Nov. 09, 2019 | 8-10 p.m. Where: Ritz Theatre, 263 W Central Ave, Winter Haven centralfloridatix.com Eirinn Abu will be accompanied by International recording guitarist Manny Lopez performing selections from their albums “Ten Love Stories,” “Forever In Love” and “HYMNS.” The artist is now known for giving his instrument a new voice and sound, full of soul and emotions, his peers call him the instrumental version of Andrea Bocelli. Guitarist Manny Lopez has recorded on hundreds of albums with many pop artists such as Gloria Estefan, Jennifer Lopez, Ricky Martin, Santana and Michael Bolton just to name a few. 863-294-7469 JUST LAYING AROUND - THE “RESTORATIVES HAVE VALUE” QUANDARY When: Nov. 10, 2019 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: Inside Out Yoga 52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven ioyogastudio.com/ Aversions To Being Still + Changing The “No Pain No Gain” Misconception Lecture & Discussion + Practice + How To Apply. While this set of class styles can have life-changing impact and is what Alex believes could be a vehicle for the most valuable contribution that current yoga classes can offer. Participants will be asked to brainstorm ideas of ways to implement the information based on their own practice and/ or teaching both immediately and in the future. 863-224-2311 Purchase tickets online. BRUNCH IN THE GARDENS When: Nov. 10, 2019 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Join Chef Matt Fulwood and the Blue Palmetto team for a delicious meal in the Outdoor Kitchen. Enjoy Chef Fulwood’s twist on eggs benedict along with two additional unique chef prepared creations, unlimited scrambled eggs, bacon, waffle bar, fresh fruit, coffee and bottomless Florida’s Natural mimosas. $40 members/$47 non-members. Kids ages 5-12 $15 and kids 5 and under free. Tickets are available for purchase online or in person at the Visitor Center or by phone at 863-734-1222.
THE TRANSIT OF MERCURY When: Nov. 11, 2019 | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Join astronomers on the Oval Lawn for a rare astronomy event. Mercury, our solar system’s smallest and innermost planet will transit across the face of the sun. This happens only 13 - 14 times in a century. The next occurrence will not be until November 13, 2032, so do not miss this planetary event! Included with general admission or membership. WHAYS 5K REMEMBRANCE RUN/WALK When: Nov. 11, 2019 | 8 a.m. Where: Lake Hollingsworth East of South Florida Ave. & West of Bartow Rd., Lakeland whays2help.org/operation-re-build The Inaugural Remembrance Run 5K run/ walk presented by WHAYS - We Honor and Appreciate Your Service, to honor our military
HAINES CITY’S VETERANS DAY CELEBRATION When: Nov. 11, 2019 | 1 p.m. Where: Military Court of Honor 502 East Main Street, Haines City Come Celebrate the Bravery and Sacrifice of our U.S. Veterans. Nominate your Veteran of the Year. Applications available at City Hall. For more information contact Haines City Parks & Recreation, 863-421-3700.
SILVER SNEAKERS When: Nov. 11, 2019 | 8:30 a.m. Where: Lakeland Square Mall 3800 U.S. Highway. 98 North, Lakeland Silver Sneakers sponsored by IMA Medical Center has a walking club in the Lakeland Square Mall every Monday and Wednesday at 8:30 AM. Certified group fitness instructor on site to do a warm up and help pair up walkers by speed. After laps enjoy coffee and juice. Monthly rewards and contests. Meet at the food court kiosk!
STUDENT CHRISTMAS CONCERT UPPER SCHOOL When: Nov. 11, 2019 | 6-7:30 p.m. Where: Lake Wales Arts Center 1099 SR 60 E, Lake Wales lakewalesartscouncil.org The Lake Wales Arts Council is excited to host the Upper School students for their 2019 Student Christmas Concert. The students range in age from 13 - 17 years old. These student ensembles include string orchestra, brass choir, and woodwind choir.
VETERAN’S DAY CEREMONY When: Nov. 11, 2019 | 11 a.m. Where: Downtown City Park 200 E Park St., Auburndale Auburndale and Lake Alfred join together for a morning of ceremony and honor to our Veterans. The Centennial Bell will ring at 11:00 AM to begin the ceremony. There will be a display of military flags along with guest speaker Shawn Sherrouse and special keynote speaker Major General H.D. “Jake” Polumbo (ret).
REIKI RENDEZVOUS When: Nov. 11, 2019 | 7:15-8:15 p.m. Where: Inside Out Yoga 52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven ioyogastudio.com Reiki Rendezvous transport into a deeply relaxing experience through soothing music, guided meditation, and reiki energy balancing. A journey of relaxation through the body, mind, emotions, and spirit where you’ll release mental, emotional, and energetic blockages. Reiki Energy balancing is an ancient Japanese technique where a trained practitioner uses “life force energy” through their hands to balance and activate the body’s natural healing system. Investment: $20
VETEREN’S DAY CONCERT When: Nov. 11, 2019 | 1 p.m. & 3 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org A musical salute of gratitude. Free admission offered to all branches of the military; active, retired, and disabled veterans with valid ID. Included with general admission or membership.
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DISCOVER DRUMMING When: Nov. 12, 2019 | 4-5 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Holyoake’s DRUMBEAT is the world’s first structured learning program using music, psychology and neurobiology to reconnect with others and ourselves. The name DRUMBEAT is an acronym for Discovering Relationships Using Music, Beliefs, Emotions, Attitudes, and Thoughts. Participants from age 10 to 100 will enjoy personal growth and insight while drumming on djembe drums through this DRUMBEAT program. No previous drumming experience is necessary. Registration required, included with general admission or membership. (863) 734-1222.
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BOTTLED IN BOND COCKTAIL CLASS When: Nov. 11, 2019 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Revival, 119 South Kentucky Avenue, Lakeland Have you wondered what exactly is a bonded spirit? You’ll learn the history of bonded warehouses and criteria needed to be met in order to be “Bottled in Bond.” This class will include the history, origin of drinks and three cocktails utilizing bottled in bond spirits. Purchase tickets on eventbrite, find more info on FB@revivallakeland
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FSC DANCE - FALL INTO DANCE 2019 When: Nov. 10, 2019 | 2:30 p.m. Where: Branscomb Auditorium 1085 Johnson Ave., Lakeland flsouthern.edu/FFA This performance will feature new and diverse choreography, ranging from ballet to contemporary modern dance, all performed by the talented students of FSC’s Dance Program under the incredible artistic direction of Erin LaSala. Cost: Adults: $18, Students: $9 Open to the public.
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STUDENT CHRISTMAS CONCERT LOWER SCHOOL When: Nov. 12, 2019 | 6-7:30 p.m. Where: Lake Wales Arts Center 1099 SR 60 E, Lake Wales lakewalesartscouncil.org The Lake Wales Arts Council’s lower school students range in age from 6 - 12 years old. Our lower school ensembles include beginning band, beginning orchestra, after school fine arts, and homeschool fine arts. TRIVIA TUESDAYS AT GRB! When: Nov. 12, 2019 | 6:30-8 p.m. Where: Grove Roots Brewing Co. 302 3rd St. SW, Winter Haven With the exception of a few, all trivia will be General Knowledge! Teams may range between 1-8 players. All minors must be accompanied and actively supervised by a parent or guardian at all times. LAKELAND SALSA When: Nov. 12, 2019 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Lake Mirror Theater, 121 S Lake Ave, Lakeland lakelandsalsa.com We meet at the Lake Mirror Auditorium located in beautiful downtown Lakeland. BUTTONS & BOWS SQUARE AND ROUND DANCE CLUB When: Nov. 12, 2019 | 7-9:30 p.m. Where: Magnolia Building, 702 E Orange St., Lakeland dancergram.com Square dancing — the American folk dance! Dance levels are Mainstream and Plus. You must be able to dance either one or both of these levels to dance. Included at the Square Dance is Round Dancing (choreographed ballroom), which is included in the dance fee. Dance levels at this dance are Phases 2 — 4. Early Rounds are from 7:00 p.m. — 7:30 p.m. and Squares and Rounds are from 7:30 p.m. — 9:30 p.m. Dance fees (cash or checks) are $6 per person for club members and $7 for visitors. There may be an occasional $1 per person increase due to the expenses of certain dances. Spectators are always FREE. For information regarding the dances, classes, or general information, please contact Penny at 863-224-3393 or sqdncfan@gmail.com or www.dancergram. com. A BRASS MENAGERIE When: Nov. 12, 2019 | 7:30 p.m. Where: Anne Mac Gregor Jenkins Recital Hall FSC, 111 Lake Hollingsworth Dr., Lakeland flsouthern.edu/FFA The Florida Southern College brass faculty have returned to the Faculty Artist Series presenting a selection of diverse pieces will include musical scores augmented by curious collaborations outside the brass’ domain — and in the center ring for the evening will be composer John Cheetham’s delightful piece, A Brass Menagerie. This event is open to the public. SILVER SNEAKERS When: Nov. 13, 2019 | 8:30 a.m. Where: Lakeland Square Mall 3800 U.S. Highway. 98 North, Lakeland Silver Sneakers sponsored by IMA Medical havenmagazines.com
balance, and serenity in this Hatha Yoga class. Registration required, free with admission. (863) 734-1222
Center has a walking club in the Lakeland Square Mall every Monday and Wednesday at 8:30 AM. Certified group fitness instructor on site to do a warm up and help pair up walkers by speed. After laps enjoy coffee and juice. Monthly rewards and contests. Meet at the food court kiosk!
FLEA & FARMERS MARKET AT THE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER When: Nov. 14, 2019 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Central Florida’s Visitor Information Center 101 Adventure Ct., Davenport visitcentralflorida.org Central Florida’s Visitor Information Center in Davenport hosts a Flea & Farmers Market each Thursday featuring a variety of vendors offering local produce, handmade crafts and more. The weekly event serves to familiarize locals with the amenities and services available at the visitor information center, including vacation planning for their visiting family and friends, a Florida souvenir gift shop and the availability of discounted attraction tickets for many Central Florida attractions.
PLANTING TO ATTRACT POLLINATORS IN YOUR YARD When: Nov. 13, 2019 | 12-1 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Learn about which flowers to plant to get those bees, birds, butterflies, and other pollinators flying to your garden! Included with general admission or membership. 863-734-1222 WEST COAST SWING - BEGINNER ADULT CLASS When: Nov. 13, 2019 | 5-6 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Senior Center 250 S Lake Silver Dr, Winter Haven Wednesdays, No Partner Needed! Classes are held in the Senior Adult Center Auditorium, for more information contact Winter Haven Parks, Recreation & Culture at (863) 291-5656 or Instructor Susan at (863) 604-5060
EAT TO BEAT DIABETES When: Nov. 14, 2019 | 10:15-11:05 a.m. Where: Winter Haven Senior Center 250 S Lake Silver Dr, Winter Haven Through games and activities learn from a registered dietitian how to fill a healthy plate at meals and fit in all the foods you love. Register at polkfcs.eventbrite.com
YOGA SHRED CLASSES! When: Nov. 13, 2019 | 6-7 p.m. Where: Inside Out Yoga 52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven ioyogastudio.com This class is a full body workout, sprinkling in some cardio while incorporating vinyasa yoga to start. Move more efficiently to gain strength, flexibility, power and stamina. Incorporating these moves will amplify calorie-burn, muscle strength and tone, while keeping the detoxifying and lengthening benefits of yoga. (863) 224-2311
CAMPING ADVENTURES AT THE LIBRARY When: Nov. 14, 2019 | 5-6:30 p.m. Where: Auburndale Public Library 100 W Bridgers Ave, Auburndale Camping Adventures at the LibraryGet ready to explore with Camping Adventures in the Library! Enjoy stories, crafts, snacks, and fun for all ages! FARM TO TABLE DINNER WITH CHEF AMY FREEZE “BOUNTI-FALL HARVEST” When: Nov. 14, 2019 | 6-8 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Join World Food Championship Chef Amy Freeze in the Outdoor Kitchen for a dinner celebrating the fall harvest. Enjoy autumn quinoa salad, sausage & kale sweet potato gnocchi, pecan pie bread pudding, and ciderrum punch. Meal is served with flavored tea, water, seasonal craft beers, and wine. $50 members/$60 non-members. Ticket price includes general admission to the Gardens. Tickets are available for purchase online or in person at the Visitor Center or by phone at 863-734-1222.
ISO LISTENERS’ CLUB When: Nov. 13, 2019 | 6-7 p.m. Where: Lakeland Public Library 100 Lake Morton Dr., Lakeland imperialsymphony.org The ISO’s Listeners’ Club, in partnership with the Lakeland Public Library, presents free lectures and discussions related to upcoming ISO performances and symphonic music in general. Learn about composers, musical themes, instruments and your ISO musicians in an interactive lecture once a month. BALLROOM DANCE - ADULT CLASS When: Nov. 13, 2019 | 6-7 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Senior Center 250 S Lake Silver Dr, Winter Haven Wednesdays, No Partner Needed! Classes are held in the Senior Adult Center Auditorium, for more information contact Parks, Recreation & Culture at (863) 291-5656 or Instructor Susan at (863) 604-5060.
LAKELAND FOOD TRUCK RALLY When: Nov. 14, 2019 | 6-9 p.m. Where: Munn Park, Lakeland Monthly Food Truck Rally in Munn Park in Downtown Lakeland on the second Thursday of every month. Free Admission and Dog Friendly! INAUGURAL FINE ARTS SHOW OPENING RECEPTION When: Nov. 14, 2019 | 6-8 p.m. Where: Lake Wales Arts Center 1099 SR 60 E, Lake Wales lakewalesartscouncil.org The Lake Wales Arts Council is proud to present the Inaugural Fine Art Show & Juried Competition for Florida artists! The Inaugural Show will distribute 10 awards equaling $1,400!
YOGA FOR EVERY BODY When: Nov. 14, 2019 | 8:30-9:30 a.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org This Hatha yoga class will follow a core sequence of held postures combined with breath work. Learn to listen to your body and modify postures as needed. Participants of all adult ages, shapes, and abilities will gain strength, 44
The Inaugural Fine Art Show will be held in the nationally recognized Michael Crews Gallery at the Lake Wales Arts Center! We hope that you will join us for this exciting new show and juried competition. NATURE’S FINEST YOGA CLASS When: Nov. 14, 2019 | 6:30 p.m. Where: Mackay Gardens and Lakeside Preserve 945 Mackay Blvd, Lake Alfred mylakealfred.com Every Thursday evening, from 6:30pm until 7:30pm there will be a yoga class at the Mackay Gardens and Lakeside Preserve. Everyone is welcome, just bring a mat and an open heart. Donations will be accepted although the class is free. FLORIDA’S MID-CENTURY MODERN ARCHITECTURE When: Nov. 14, 2019 | 7-9 p.m. Where: Florida Southern College 111 Lake Hollingsworth Dr, Lakeland https://www.flsouthern.edu/arts-centers/ centers-institutes/center-for-florida-history/ lecture-series.aspx Florida Lecture Series presents Morris Hylton, III, on Florida’s Mid-Century Modern Architecture. In his talk, Hylton shines a light on some of Florida’s most important and historic midcentury structures. Prior to his appointment at the University of Florida, Morris Hylton III practiced architecture and interior design with a preservation focus in New York City. He has taught in the Interior Design Department of the School of Visual Arts, and he was Initiatives Manager for the World Monuments Fund, a New York City-based nonprofit dedicated to conserving endangered cultural heritage sites internationally. GOD BLESS THE USA CONCERT When: Nov. 14, 2019 | 7-9 p.m. Where: Champions Church 1801 Havendale Blvd. NW, Winter Haven centralfloridatix.com Brass Heart Band and Strings will be on hand for this Concert. Brass Sounds will fill the church with a patriotic flare and vocalists will ring out. You can join in the celebration of this first time event sponsored by the Guild. $25 (863) 294-3561 TRIVIA NIGHT: FRIENDS When: Nov. 14, 2019 | 7-9 p.m. Where: Union Taproom 245 West Central Avenue, Winter Haven Here’s your chance to put ALL your useless knowledge of Ross, Rachel, Monica, Chandler, Phoebe, and Joey to use!! Join us at Union Taproom for Friends Trivia Night! Check-In starts at 6:30PM, Trivia begins @ 7PM! THE SOUND OF MUSIC When: Nov. 14 - 24, 2019 Where: Loca Lee Buckner Theatre 111 Lake Hollingsworth Dr., Lakeland flsouthern.edu/FFA This final collaboration between musical theatre giants Rodgers and Hammerstein was clearly destined to become the world’s most beloved musical. This revered Tony and Oscar-winning musical features classics like My Favorite Things, Climb Ev’ry Mountain, Edelweiss, and Do-Re-
Mi.Cost: Adults: $18, Students: $9. This event is open to the public, days and times vary. MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING When: Nov. 14 - 24, 2019 Where: Polk State/Winter Haven 999 Avenue H N.E., Winter Haven polkstate.secure.force.com/ticket This Shakespeare comedy is a beautiful play about misunderstandings, love, and deception. The characters plot to make them fall in love with each other and things get comically out of hand. Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre. Purchase tickets online, days and times vary. 863-299-1050 EATING BETTER FOR LESS When: Nov. 15, 2019 | 10-11 a.m. Where: International Market World 1052 US-92, Auburndale Enjoy this interactive class to learn tips and tricks on how to eat healthy on a budget. Register at polkfcs.eventbrite.com UAW MID FLORIDA RETIREE COUNCIL When: Nov. 15, 2019 | 10 a.m. Where: Winter Haven Gardens 1150 3rd St. SW (Hwy 17), Winter Haven Come join fellow UAW retirees for our monthly meeting which is always on the third Friday of the month. Social hour is from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. with coffee and donuts available. Guest speakers are scheduled for all meetings. Blue Cross and Aetna reps are available before, during and after the meeting to help with any medical claims. For our November meeting the featured speaker will be Bill Sauers from FLARA who will talk about what that organization does
for seniors. If you have any questions, our Dropin Center is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m — 1:00 p.m., located at 209 Avenue O SW in the Hope Plaza strip mall (off Hwy 17 by the WAWA and across the street from Big Lots). Contact us at (863) 293-5556 or drop by with any problems you have with your benefits.
Florida native plants and learn the many ways that they are edible or useful to humans. Included with general admission or membership. 863-734-1222 BOK AFTER DARK “ROCK THE BOK” When: Nov. 15, 2019 | 5-8 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Experience live music with Free Whiskey Band on the Terrace from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M. followed by a 7:30 P.M. carillon concert with Geert D’hollander. Included with general admission or membership. Anthem rock deserves epic food and Chef Fulwood delivers with his TACOS! $20 per person, plus tax. Members receive 10% discount. Online meal purchases unavailable on day of event. All meal purchases can be made at The Blue Palmetto Cafe. Meals available while supply lasts. 863-734-1222
STETSON MANSION’S 9TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR! When: Nov. 15, 2019 | 10:30 a.m. Where: Stetson Mansion, 1031 Camphor Lane, Deland stetsonmansion.com USA Today’s 2018 10 Best Holiday Home Tours in America. A Central Florida Holiday Tradition “Come Home For Christmas” Nov 15, 2019 - Jan 15, 2020. Holiday Tour Schedule:10:30, 1:30, 5:00 DAILY(Sunday Mornings Excluded)3:15, 7pm on select days in December. Each guided tour time has limited tickets, similar to a theater. Reservations are Required. We do not accept credit cards at the door. Tour length: 75 minutes. Adults $27+tax, Youth 1-22 $15+tax, Free Parking. There is a $3 per ticket processing fee. Not recommended for infants and toddlers. The tour involves steps and there is no elevator. Many guests do tour just the first floor. No high heels or photography please. Please bring cash for gifts and gratuities. 386-873-0167
POWER: FLOW When: Nov. 15, 2019 | 5:15-6:30 p.m. Where: Inside Out Yoga 52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven ioyogastudio.com Come as you are, open and ready to meet your edge & play with it. All that you desire is already within you. So, let’s dig down deep and explore the core of your being! With long held postures and focus on breath led movement, this energetic form of yoga may bring a little sweat. Pranayama, mantras and modifications will be sprinkled throughout the class to better move you closer to meeting your edge. 863-224-2311
EDIBLE PLANT HIKE: WILD EDIBLE PLANTS OF FLORIDA When: Nov. 15, 2019 | 4:30-5:30 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Hike the Pine Ridge Preserve trail as we discover
BANDTASTIC VIII - BAND DAY ENCORE When: Nov. 15, 2019 | 7:30 p.m. Where: Branscomb Auditorium 1085 Johnson Ave., Lakeland flsouthern.edu/FFA Featuring an array of large and small ensembles with diverse repertoire ranging from classical and jazz genres to popular and rock favorites, the Florida Southern College Music Department’s annual event promises to simply take your breath away. Conceived and directed by FSC Symphony Band conductor Jo Jossim, this virtual kaleidoscope of musical styles, colors, and textures moves at a non-stop pace guaranteed to keep you completely enthralled. The larger ensembles include the FSC Symphony Band, the FSC Jazz Ensemble, and the FSC Chamber Singers — while a potpourri of small groups (any number of performers from one to ten) provide quick changes throughout the performance. Cost: Adults: $8, Students: $4. This event is open to the public. THE SONGBOOK OF BURT BACHARACH - LIVE When: Nov. 15, 2019 | 8-10:30 p.m. Where: LkldTV, 202 N Mass Ave, Lakeland lkldlive.com Guests will enjoy 20 of the finest Burt Bacharach tunes from Nicole Celeste, Kristy Scott & Shane Lawlor. VIP Table Seats $20, Row Seats $10. Doors open 7:30pm Show Starts 8:00pm.
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IMPERIAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA THUM PRINTS When: Nov. 15, 2019 | 8-9:30 p.m. Where: Polk Theatre, 139 S Florida Avenue, Lakeland imperialsymphony.org An unusual and brilliant musical collaboration, Thum Prints is the creation of world-renowned beat box artist Tom Thum and acclaimed composer Gordon Hamilton. The curious pairing of musical genres blends “traditionally conceived orchestral textures with more hardedged gestures.” Tom’s beatboxing agility and Gordon’s orchestral compositions seamlessly interweave with one another to create harmony within the juxtaposition of sounds. Pre-concert lecture begins at 7:15 p.m. Tickets on sale at the Imperial Symphony Orchestra box office: (863) 688-3743. SONGTRESS - ERICA DESEGLI When: Nov. 15, 2019 | 8 p.m. Where: Ritz Theatre, 263 W Central Ave, Winter Haven centralfloridatix.com Songstress- a sweet and soulful journey featuring the hits of the world’s all-time greatest female vocalists. w/Erica Diceglie on vocals & Stan Collins on piano. CRAFT FAIR When: Nov. 16, 2019 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Silver Lakes of Lakeland 2155 Silver Lakes Dr N, Lakeland Silver Lakes of Lakeland located off W Daughtry near the North Wal-mart is having a Craft fair open to the public. There are many artisans selling handmade craft items. These include wood workers, stained glass artists, quilters, jewelry makers, purse and bag makers, painters and so much more. There will be a large bake sale, and food hot off the grill. HOLIDAY HOOTENANNY When: Nov. 16, 2019 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: Country Primitives Vintage Market 251 Avenue A SW, Winter Haven Sales, Music, Holiday Joy and FUN FUN. CPVM & Michelle’s Resale Closet are sooooo excited to celebrate the upcoming holiday season with you, our customers and friends! See ya at the Hoot!! BOOK STORE 1/2 PRICE SALE When: Nov. 16, 2019 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: Friends of the Winter Haven Library Book Store 325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven The Friends of the Library Book Store repeats their 1/2 price sale on the 3rd Saturday of every month. ELA’S FOREST When: Nov. 16, 2019 - Feb. 23, 2020 Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Ela’s Forest is a real forest of trees planted in locations around the world. It bears the name of a little girl who loved nature and whose short, beautiful life was radiant. The forest continues to grow as her community plants more trees to honor her memory and keep her light bright. As a member of that community, the Polk Museum of Art adds to Ela’s Forest through this exhibition featuring works by artists close to Ela and her family. It is meant to be an expression of love, support, and comfort to the family as well as a havenmagazines.com
boktowergardens.org Enjoy live music with Nicole Equerme on the Blue Palmetto CafeTerrace. Concert included with general admission or membership. Enjoy a meal filled with southern decadence as the Blue Palmetto team prepares a Nashville favorite! Meal is $20 per person, plus tax. Members receive 10% discount. Online meal purchases unavailable on day of event. All meal purchases can be made at The Blue Palmetto Cafe. Meals available while supply lasts. 863-734-1222.
poignant reminder of the importance and power of community. — Claire Orologas, Executive Director Emerita and curator of Ela’s Forest. A map of trees and other dedications to Ela can be found online. Days and hours vary. 863-688-7743 DOCENT-LED TOUR When: Nov. 16, 2019 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Third Saturdays of the month, all ages welcome. Free for everyone. Join us each month to get a fresh look into the Museum’s main exhibition through connecting conversations with one of our passionate docents. Learn the stories behind the work and talk “art” with ease as we bring people and art together. Registration is not necessary but appreciated. Space is limited. 863-688-7743
HOLIDAY GOURD ORNAMENT WORKSHOP When: Nov. 16, 2019 | 2-4 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Create a gourd art piece in this workshop. This project uses ink for the color; gloves will be provided. Old clothes or a work apron recommended. $17 members/$30 non-members. Ticket price includes general admission to the Gardens. Tickets are available for purchase online or in person at the Visitor Center or by phone at 863-734-1222.
ROCK N’ BREWS BBQ When: Nov. 16, 2019 | 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Where: Camp Mack River Resort 14900 Camp Mack Rd, Lake Wales guyharveycampmack.com/local-events/ rock-n-brews-bbq/ FBA Sanctioned BBQ contest with both Pro’s, Backyard, and Kids Division, Craft Beer Tastings, and Music from local bands including Almost There on the Riverfront Stage from 7-11 pm on Saturday Evening, November 16. Admission is FREE! Tickets will be sold for the People’s Choice BBQ Tasting and the Craft Beer Tasting on the Riverfront on the day of the event. Proceeds for the Festival will benefit Captains For Clean Waters to help keep protect the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes water quality. To find out more on their mission please visit captainsforcleanwaters.org
SLOW ROLL & SKI SHOW When: Nov. 16, 2019 | 3 p.m. Where: The Bike Shop, 249 3rd Street SW, Winter Haven THIS EVENT IS FREE! thanks to sponsors Six/ Ten, Bond Clinic, Wauchula State Bank, and Lynn Polston Allstate. What is a Slow roll? Slow Roll will meet at the Bike Shop in Downtown Winter Haven the 3rd Saturday of every month. We will “Slow Roll” through the city of Winter Haven taking a path highlighting cities murals, parks, and new developments. We will then stop mid-roll at Lake Silver to take in the ski show. After the show we will Slow Roll back through town and end at Grove Roots Brewery (located across the street from the Bike Shop). More info on FB @slowrollskishow
ARCHITECTURAL TOUR When: Nov. 16, 2019 | 11 a.m. Where: Polk County History Center 100 E Main St, Bartow Come out for an architectural tour of the History Center and learn about neoclassical architecture, the construction of the building and the stories behind the iconic Old Polk County Courthouse. The free architectural tour is on the third Saturday of each month at 11 a.m. (863) 534-4386
CATTLE BARON’S BALL When: Nov. 16, 2019 | 6-10 p.m. Where: Bunch Ranch, 4641 Hancock Ave. SE, Lakeland Join us for the American Cancer Society’s Polk County Cattle Baron’s Ball! This fun evening will include dancing, dining, an auction, and more--all for the worthwhile cause of saving lives, celebrating lives, and leading the fight for a world without cancer. 571-426-0036 More info on Facebook@cattlebaronsballpolk
THEATRE WINTER HAVEN CHOIR When: Nov. 16, 2019 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Theatre Winter Haven 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd., Winter Haven. theatrewinterhaven.com A community choir open to all singers, ages 14 & up. No audition required. Dates: October 12 — December 17, 2019 (Saturdays 11am-1pm) Theatre Winter Haven Choir is a free experience for ages 14 and up! Learn to navigate and explore your voice. On December 17th you’ll be a part of an unforgettable concert. No experience is required and it’s completely free! For more information, please contact our Choir Director, Philip King, at Philip@theatrewinterhaven.com (863) 294-7469
2019 AUCTION FOR ANIMALS: MISSION IMPAWSIBLE When: Nov. 16, 2019 | 6-10 p.m. Where: Haus 820, 820 N Mass Ave, Lakeland https://www.spcaflorida.org/missionpawsible-2019-auction-for-animals/ Your mission, should you choose to accept it: Join SPCA Florida as we celebrate our 40th Anniversary with the 2019 Auction for Animals. Enjoy an evening of amazing food from Terri Lobb, an exciting auction, drawing of our Winner’s Choice Raffle, and entertainment. Complimentary Valet Parking. Emcees: Melissa Marino and Ken Suarez, Honorary Chair: Nancy Cattarius. Spy or Evening Wear. For more information, event tickets, and raffle tickets: spcaflorida.org/auction
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MOLLY HATCHET WITH SOMEDAY HONEY When: Nov. 16, 2019 | 6-11 p.m. Where: Jessie’s, 118 3rd St. SW, Winter Haven centralfloridatix.com The band’s current lineup consists of 30 year plus member Bobby Ingram — lead guitar; Phil McCormack — lead vocals; John Galvin — keyboards; Tim Lindsey - bass guitar; and Shawn Beamer — drums. Molly Hatchet is celebrating its 40th Anniversary with a World Tour. They are getting ready to make a big announcement regarding a new record deal and more. After 40 years, Molly Hatchet is still workin’ hard, playin’ tough, livin’ fast, and still Flirtin’ with Disaster!!! Outdoor Concert, Food Trucks, Rain or Shine, No Refunds. PATRICK MUEHLEISE- “A NIGHT OF THE ROMANTICS” When: Nov. 16, 2019 | 6-7:30 p.m. Where: Lake Wales Arts Center 1099 SR 60 E, Lake Wales centralfloridatix.com The Lake Wales Arts Council is very excited to host master-vocalist Patrick Muehleise for his show “A Night of the Romantics!” You won’t want to miss this GRAMMY-nominated vocalist as he performs operatic and art song favorites spanning four eras of classical music. Praised for his “real musicality and finely executed coloratura,” Patrick Muehleise is an acclaimed American tenor specializing in a wide variety of concert soloist repertoire and known for his “beautiful, evenly produced lyric tenor” and “pure tone.” Mr. Muehleise was named the 2019 tenor recipient of The American Prize Chicago Oratorio Award and in 2016 he was nominated for a Grammy Award in the Best Choral Performance category for his collaboration on True Concord’s album “Far In The Heavens:Choral Music of Stephen Paul and can be heard on seven nationally released recordings with Grammy-nominated and award-winning ensembles. AKEELAH AND THE BEE (PLAY) When: Nov. 16, 2019 | 7 p.m. Where: Ritz Theatre, 263 W Central Ave, Winter Haven centralfloridatix.com Spelling and Theatre meets center stage on November 16th and 17th, 2019 at the Ritz Theatre in Winter Haven, Florida. Akeelah and the Bee I-N-C-R-E-D-I-B-L-E, the play follows Akeelah, an 11 year-old urban girl from Chicago struggling with poverty’s fate that has come her way and the unexpected journey she takes all the way from the Chicago Projects to the finals of the National Spelling Bee competition. Cheryl L. West captures Dough Atchison original script, but includes another layer of belief, love and trust. LAKELAND MAGIC VS COLLEGE PARK SKYHAWKS When: Nov. 16, 2019 | 7 p.m. Where: RP Funding Center 701 Lime Street, Lakeland lakeland.gleague.nba.com NBA G League BAPTISTE POWER YOGA When: Nov. 17, 2019 | 10 a.m. Where: Inside Out Yoga 52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven ioyogastudio.com/
Baptiste Power Yoga is an alignment based power vinyasa flow. We will incorporate the 5 pillars and 3 themes of Baptiste yoga into each class. We’ll move through a series of balancing and strength building poses, back-bends and core work and inversions. Modifications are always available as well as intensifications (if that’s in your practice). You will leave class refreshed, uplifted, motivated and energized. (863) 224-2311 SEU: AN AFTERNOON MELODY CONCERT When: Nov. 17, 2019 | 2-4 p.m. Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Surrounded by the beautiful ambiance of the Polk Museum of Art, faculty-selected music majors from Southeastern University’s College of Arts & Media perform solo and chamber works. Free Admission 863-688-7743 AKEELAH AND THE BEE (PLAY) When: Nov. 17, 2019 | 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. Where: Ritz Theatre, 2 63 W Central Ave, Winter Haven centralfloridatix.com The play follows Akeelah, an 11 year-old urban girl from Chicago struggling with poverty’s fate that has come her way and the unexpected journey she takes all the way from the Chicago Projects to the finals of the National Spelling Bee competition. LAKELAND MAGIC VS ERIE BAYHAWKS When: Nov. 17, 2019 | 6 p.m. Where: RP Funding Center, 701 Lime Street, Lakeland lakeland.gleague.nba.com NBA G League SILVER SNEAKERS When: Nov. 18, 2019 | 8:30 a.m. Where: Lakeland Square Mall 3800 U.S. Highway. 98 North, Lakeland Silver Sneakers sponsored by IMA Medical Center has a walking club in the Lakeland Square Mall every Monday and Wednesday at 8:30 AM. Certified group fitness instructor on site to do a warm up and help pair up walkers by speed. After laps enjoy coffee and juice. Monthly rewards and contests. Meet at the food court kiosk!
18-24 MEZCAL COCKTAIL CLASS When: Nov. 18, 2019 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Revival, 119 South Kentucky Avenue, Lakeland Throughout this class you will learn the differences between blue and other subspecies of agave as well as learn to differentiate between the flavor notes of Mezcals. Your instructor, Jeannie, will teach you how to concoct mysteriously seductive Mezcal cocktails that you will easily be able to replicate at home. Please come prepared for an educational and social evening revolving around cocktails. *3 cocktails will be served throughout the duration of this class. Purchase tickets on eventbrite, more info on FB@revivallakeland
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP When: Nov. 19, 2019 | 1:30-2:30 p.m. Where: Side Street Studios Inc, 110 3rd St SW, Winter Haven alz.org/crf Support group is for caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s or other dementia.
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DISCOVER DRUMMING When: Nov. 19, 2019 | 4-5 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Holyoake’s DRUMBEAT is the world’s first structured learning program using music, psychology and neurobiology to reconnect with others and ourselves. The name DRUMBEAT is an acronym for Discovering Relationships Using Music, Beliefs, Emotions, Attitudes, and Thoughts. Participants from age 10 to 100 will enjoy personal growth and insight while drumming on djembe drums through this DRUMBEAT program. No previous drumming experience is necessary. Registration required, included with general admission or membership. (863) 734-1222 SINGING BOWLS When: Nov. 19, 2019 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Join Buffy La Roux as she guides participants inward in this meditation experience incorporating a blend of energy and relaxation modalities, such as crystal bowls, Reiki, positive affirmations and themed guided meditation. This is a time to relax and receive. Bring a mat and/or blanket. Optional items that may enhance your experience: water, journal, pillow and eye mask. $25 members/$35 non-members. Ticket price includes general admission to the Gardens. Tickets are available for purchase online, in person at the Visitor Center or by phone at 863-734-1222.
Eirinn Abu & Manny Lopez: Loving Easy Tour
God Bless the U.S.A. Concert
Songtress - Erica Desegli
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Molly Hatchet w/ Someday Honey at Jessie’s
Patrick Muehleise “A Night of the Romantics”
Akeelah and the Bee
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A Musical Tribute to: Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young
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2019 ANGELS AMONG US When: Nov. 19, 2019 | 5:30-8 p.m. Where: Venue 650, 650 6th St. SW, Winter Haven girlsincwinterhaven.org/ For more information, call: 863-967-2874 or purchase tickets online. Join Girls Inc. of Winter Haven to kick off the holiday season! We will have a champagne reception, wonderful food, festive music, a great atmosphere, and terrific items up for you to “win” at our live and silent auctions. Your contributions directly provide programs and activities for over 220 girls in Winter Haven. TRIVIA TUESDAYS AT GRB! When: Nov. 19, 2019 | 6:30-8 p.m. Where: Grove Roots Brewing Co. 302 3rd St. SW, Winter Haven Gather up those teams, GRB is hosting Trivia every Tuesday in the main tasting room from 6:30-8pm! With the exception of a few, all trivia will be General Knowledge! Teams may range between 1-8 players. All minors must be accompanied and actively supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.
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LAKELAND SALSA When: Nov. 19, 2019 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Lake Mirror Theater 121 S Lake Ave, Lakeland lakelandsalsa.com We meet at the Lake Mirror Auditorium located in beautiful downtown Lakeland. THE MAJESTY OF THE SUN When: Nov. 19, 2019 | 7:30 p.m. Where: Branscomb Auditorium 1085 Johnson Ave., Lakeland flsouthern.edu/FFA This inspirational evening of beautiful choral music is sung by the Florida Southern College Concert Choir and conducted by Beth Gibbs. Please join us as we explore the influence and majesty of the sun, as reflected in words and music — poetry and song. Cost: Adults: $8, Students: $4. This event is open to the public. SENIOR DANCE SOCIAL When: Nov. 19, 2019 | 7:30-9 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Senior Center 250 S Lake Silver Dr, Winter Haven On the 3rd Tuesday of the Month our Winter Haven Senior Adult Center hosts a Senior Dance Social with Live entertainment and refreshments. Singles and couples welcome. For more information call 863-291-5870 Fees: Residents $3 / Non-Residents $4 TRIBUTE TUESDAY LIVE: CROSBY, STILLS, NASH & YOUNG When: Nov. 19, 2019 | 8 p.m. Where: Ritz Theatre, 263 W Central Ave, Winter Haven centralfloridatix.com CSNY’s music broke the mold and helped define the 60s generation with beautiful harmonies, meaningful lyrics and stellar musicianship. Nationally touring band, Southern Cross, recreates this musical tapestry, performing songs like Teach Your Children, Just A Song Before I Go, Our House, Woodstock, Ohio and Suite Judy Blue Eyes. Let your ears be the judge. Pun intended. 863-294-7469 SILVER SNEAKERS When: Nov. 20, 2019 | 8:30 a.m. Where: Lakeland Square Mall 3800 U.S. Highway. 98 North, Lakeland Silver Sneakers sponsored by IMA Medical Center has a walking club in the Lakeland Square Mall every Monday and Wednesday at 8:30 AM. Certified group fitness instructor on site to do a warm up and help pair up walkers by speed. After laps enjoy coffee and juice. Monthly rewards and contests. Meet at the food court kiosk! CAREGIVER CAFE When: Nov. 20 | 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Where: Spring Haven Retirement 1225 Havendale Blvd. NW, Winter Haven meridiansenior.com/SpringHaven Every third Wednesday led by a licensed clinical social worker to help provide support and guidance for you, the caretaker. While being a caretaker can be a rewarding experience, they recognize that taking on this role is often stressful and overwhelming. The support provided has been shown to give caregivers the strength and endurance to carry on in this role. For many it is difficult to get time away as supervision is havenmagazines.com
Downtown Lakeland’s first annual Savor the Season: Sip & Shop event. Stores will be open late, and the shopping will be great! Enjoy retail and restaurant sales and specials. Listen to live music at various locations on the street. Win a Holiday Shopping Spree! The more you shop, the more chances you get to win! Text SAVORLKLD to 41400 in advance to win a $50 gift card to a Downtown business. Take advantage of free valet parking and universal pick-up anywhere Downtown. Drop your car off on Main St. or Lemon St. between Kentucky Ave. and Tennessee Ave. When you’re done shopping, request to be picked up anywhere Downtown. Valet is free, but tips are appreciated. Learn more at LDDA.ORG.
needed for the loved one. Spring Haven will provide supervision and activities for your loved one while attending the support group. Light food and refreshments will be served. 863-293-0072 MUSEUM BOOK CLUB When: Nov. 20, 2019 | 12 p.m. Where: Lake Wales Museum & Cultural Center 325 S Scenic Hwy, Lake Wales Museum Book Club - Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fate of Human Society by Jared Diamond. Join us every month to discuss new book! Read the book and come ready to discuss the best non-fiction books. Free to the public. Books are available to check out free of charge at the Museum while supplies last.
WINE, CHOCOLATE & CHEESE When: Nov. 21, 2019 | 5:30 p.m. Where: Downtown Winter Haven mainstreetwh.com Main Street Winter Haven and Downtown businesses will host a wine and cheese OR a wine and chocolate pairing! Attendees will purchase a ticket and receive a map and a tasting glass to visit all of the participating locations. Live music on the street makes for a great night to explore Downtown with friends while enjoying great wine & bites.Check-in will begin promptly at 5:30PM on the Southeast corner of Central Park (across from Wauchula State Bank). Please utilize the parking garage, and come with photo ID in hand.
WEST COAST SWING - BEGINNER ADULT CLASS When: Nov. 20, 2019 | 5-6 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Senior Center 250 S Lake Silver Dr, Winter Haven Wednesdays, No Partner Needed! Classes are held in the Senior Adult Center Auditorium, for more information contact Winter Haven Parks, Recreation & Culture at (863) 291-5656 or Instructor Susan at (863) 604-5060 YOGA SHRED CLASSES! When: Nov. 20, 2019 | 6-7 p.m. Where: Inside Out Yoga 52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven ioyogastudio.com This class is a full body workout, sprinkling in some cardio while incorporating vinyasa yoga to start. Move more efficiently to gain strength, flexibility, power and stamina. Incorporating these moves will amplify calorie-burn, muscle strength and tone, while keeping the detoxifying and lengthening benefits of yoga. (863) 224-2311
HEARING LOSS CHAPTER MEETING When: Nov. 21, 2019 | 6-7:30 p.m. Where: First Presbyterian of Lakeland 175 Lake Hollingsworth, Lakeland hla-lakeland.org Multipurpose Room A. Join us to learn more about how you can better manage hearing loss, whether it is your own, a loved one or a friend. We often have a speaker who will discuss topics on hearing loss. We also have potlucks, general discussions and other activities. Our chapter seeks to help others in our community to manage hearing loss through hearing loops, captioning, assistive listening devices and other technologies. Chapter meetings are looped and captioned so everyone can hear and understand. (863) 853-3130
MOONLIGHT MARKET When: Nov. 20, 2019 | 6-9 p.m. Where: Grove Roots Brewing Co. 302 3rd St. SW, Winter Haven Mid-week fun on the 4th Wednesday of every month. The Market is comprised of vendors from all over Central Florida, transforming the tasting rooms into one BIG indoor community event complete with multiple food trucks and live music!
GRB PRESENTS: ROOTS RUN CLUB When: Nov. 21, 2019 | 6 p.m. Where: Grove Roots Brewing Co. 302 3rd St. SW, Winter Haven. Offering 2 routes (1.5 miles & 3 miles, or longer if you want) around Downtown Winter Haven, Roots Run Club is the perfect after-work active social! Want some swag? $10 for a Roots Run Club shirt gets you a discount on beer for the day of the run! Stay for delicious grub from a rotating food truck and live music!
BALLROOM DANCE - ADULT CLASS When: Nov. 20, 2019 | 6-7 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Senior Center 250 S Lake Silver Dr, Winter Haven Wednesdays, No Partner Needed! Classes are held in the Senior Adult Center Auditorium, for more information contact Parks, Recreation & Culture at (863) 291-5656 or Instructor Susan at (863) 604-5060.
8TH ANNUAL POSH PURSE PARTY — PURSES WITH A PURPOSE When: Nov. 21, 2019 | 6 p.m. Where: Grasslands Golf & Country Club 1600 Grasslands Blvd., Lakeland pacecenter.org Be sure to get your $25 shopping pass in advance or $30 at the door. This includes purse drawings, hors d’oeuvres and one complimentary glass of beer or wine. A cash bar will be available. EARLY BIRD - VIP entry tickets will be available for the first time! The tickets will be $100. VIP tickets include early access at 5PM,
LAKELAND MAGIC VS WISCONSIN HERD When: Nov. 20, 2019 | 7 p.m. Where: RP Funding Center, 701 Lime Street, Lakeland lakeland.gleague.nba.com NBA G League SAVOR THE SEASON: SIP & SHOP When: Nov. 21, 2019 | 5 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Where: Downtown Lakeland Get your holiday shopping done early at 48
champagne, exclusive drawing opportunities to win special purses.The popular Cigar and Beer Corner is coming back! The night will conclude with a drawing for the chance to win the Premier Purse Prize - a designer purse and $1000 cash! All proceeds from the event benefit the girls at the Pace Center for Girls of Polk County. NATURE’S FINEST YOGA CLASS When: Nov. 21, 2019 | 6:30 p.m. Where: Mackay Gardens and Lakeside Preserve 945 Mackay Blvd, Lake Alfred mylakealfred.com Every Thursday evening, from 6:30pm until 7:30pm there will be a yoga class at the Mackay Gardens and Lakeside Preserve. Everyone is welcome, just bring a mat and an open heart. Donations will be accepted although the class is free. CRAFT COCKTAIL CLASS When: Nov. 21, 2019 | 6:30-8 p.m. Where: Revival, 119 South Kentucky Avenue, Lakeland Learn how to create festive craft cocktails with Jeannie Weaver, owner of Revival. Tickets on eventbrite, more info on FB@revivallakeland POLK GOES GLOBAL V: INTERNATIONAL TRADE SYMPOSIUM When: Nov. 22, 2019 | 7:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: Polk State/Lakeland 3425 Winter Lake Road, Lakeland lakelandchamber.com The Lakeland Chamber of Commerce and the Central Florida Development Council presents a half-day symposium to discuss tariffs and their impact on global trade and local businesses at Polk Goes Global V: International Trade Symposium. The discussion will be moderated by Javier Marin, Director of Business Development and Global Trade, at Central Florida Development Council. Foreign Trade Zones will be the primary topic of conversation. Admission includes breakfast, register online. LUNCH & LEARN: HOLIDAY DECOR FROM THE GARDEN When: Nov. 22, 2019 | 12-1 p.m. Where: Lakeland Electric 501 E Lemon St., Lakeland Learn how to decorate indoors and outdoors for the holidays with plants, natural materials, and other festive crafts. This is a free lunch and learn workshop and lunch is provided. Workshop is presented by the City of Lakeland Water Utilities and the UF/IFAS Extension Polk County. Register at polkfcs.eventbrite.com POWER: FLOW When: Nov. 22, 2019 | 5:15-6:30 p.m. Where: Inside Out Yoga 52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven ioyogastudio.com/ Come as you are, open and ready to meet your edge & play with it. All that you desire is already within you. So, let’s dig down deep and explore the core of your being! With long held postures and focus on breath led movement, this energetic form of yoga may bring a little sweat. Pranayama, mantras and modifications will be sprinkled throughout the class to better move you closer to meeting your edge. 863-224-2311
HOLIDAYS AT HAMMOCK HOLLOW “DISCOVER FLORIDA CRANBERRY” When: Nov. 23, 2019 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Families will learn more about the Roselle plant also known as Florida Cranberry with a Roselle tea tasting and tie-dye art activity at Doodlebug Art Place. Included in general admission, free for members. Ticket price includes general admission to the Gardens. Tickets are available for purchase online or in person at the Visitor Center or by phone at 863-734-1222. THEATRE WINTER HAVEN CHOIR When: Nov. 23, 2019 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Theatre Winter Haven 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd., Winter Haven theatrewinterhaven.com A community choir open to all singers, ages 14 & up. No audition required. Dates: October 12 — December 17, 2019 (Saturdays 11am-1pm) Theatre Winter Haven Choir is a free experience for ages 14 and up! Learn to navigate and explore your voice. On December 17th you’ll be a part of an unforgettable concert. No experience is required and it’s completely free! For more information, please contact our Choir Director, Philip King, at Philip@theatrewinterhaven.com (863) 294-7469 POP-UP MAKE & TAKE WORKSHOP “SUCCULENTS FOR THE HOLIDAYS” When: Nov. 23, 2019 | 12-4 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org
Stop by The Shop at Bok and make a holiday ornament that incorporates the natural beauty of succulents and air plants. Cost of ornament is determined by choice of plant material. 863-734-1222
THE ART OF FILM: LIVING IN OBLIVION (1995) When: Nov. 23, 2019 | 6-8 p.m. Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org With audience Q&A and talkback sessions with film directors and faculty from Florida Southern College following each screening, this unique Polk Museum series will entertain, engage, and educate audiences of all ages. Living in Oblivion (1995) Director: Tom DiCilloSynopsis: Independent film director Nick Reve (Steve Buscemi) is making his first feature. Everything that can go wrong does: the rebellious catering crew refuses to replace spoiled milk, his actors are flaky and getting an unspoiled take is nearly impossible. Tension between lead actress Nicole (Catherine Keener) and actor Chad (James LeGros), who have just slept together, contributes to the many problems on set. As money and time runs out, Nick struggles to complete his film. Doors open at 6:00 pm, Introduction and Screening at 6:30 pm. The Art of Film is free to attend. Cash bar available.
REIKI 1 TRAINING WITH BUFFY AND TIFF When: Nov. 23, 2019 | 12-5 p.m. Where: Inside Out Yoga 52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven www.ioyogastudio.com A gentle and educational introduction to Reiki, a 3 level Japanese energy healing system. The focus during Level 1 is on opening the energy channels on the physical level, self healing and space clearing. $111 Course fee (certificate, attunement, and course materials) Dress comfortably and bring a light lunch or snacks. Come join us and learn the practical applications and benefits of Reiki in creating more ease in your day to day life with experienced energy workers, Buffy La Roux and Tiff Higgins. 863-224-2311 BOONDOGGLE When: Nov. 23, 2019 | 2-4 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Learn how to create a unique holiday decor item using palm fronds. All materials are provided. $15 members/$30 non-members. Ticket price includes general admission to the Gardens. Tickets are available for purchase online, in person at the Visitor Center or by phone at 863-734-1222.
PADDY LEAGUE CONCERT When: Nov. 23, 2019 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. Where: Winter Haven PADDY LEAGUE Concert Irish and Greek Heritage and long Brazilian immersion. Multiinstrumentalist and vocalist Paddy League returns to Lakeside Music Room to share music from his Irish and Greek heritage as well as over a decade of extended sojourns in Brazil. Performing on guitar, steel-string lute, fiddle, accordion, percussion, and goatskin bagpipe, Paddy will take us on a journey from the west coast of Ireland to the Greek sponge diving
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community of Tarpon Springs and the tropical sounds of Rio de Janeiro. Suggested Donation is $15.00. Reservations Required: Call (863) 293-1510 Address given once reservation is made. COMEDY NIGHT AT THE RITZ: ADAM FERRARA When: Nov. 23, 2019 | 8-10:30 p.m. Where: Ritz Theatre 263 W Central Ave, Winter Haven centralfloridatix.com Adam Ferrara, the actor/comedian who Entertainment Weekly dubbed “Hilarious,” is an internationally touring headliner, twotime nominee for best male stand-up by the American Comedy Awards, and has three Comedy Central Specials. Apart from opening for his comedy idol, George Carlin, Ferrara has also performed at Carnegie Hall, Radio City Music Hall, and The Apollo Theater. Ferrara returns to stand-up with a tour celebrating the release of Unconditional, his NEW comedy album, which has already gained him “Comedian of the Month” on Sirius XM Radio and will be featured on Pandora. 32ND ANNUAL MARGARITA BALL When: Nov. 23, 2019 | 8-11 p.m. Where: Lake Mirror Frances Langford Promenade 121 S. Lake Avenue, Lakeland lakelandmargaritaball.com/tickets/ The purpose of the Lakeland Margarita Ball is to make the Christmas season a little brighter for the underprivileged children in our community. The donations of gifts and cash will - CONTINUED ON PAGE 50 -
be distributed throughout the greater Lakeland area to local charity organizations. Purchase tickets though our website at https://lakelandmargaritaball.com/tickets/ LAKELAND LAUGHS: DUNCAN JAY When: Nov. 23, 2019 | 8-10:30 p.m. Where: LkldTV, 202 N Mass Ave, Lakeland Duncan Jay is originally from Alabama, he spent a majority of his childhood in Florida, and a majority of his adulthood in New York City. His southern charm, mixed with sarcastic quick wit leaves audiences laughing and realizing Duncan’s own brand of comedy, Southern Hostility!!! Doors 7:30pm Show Starts 8:00pm. BEND & BREW When: Nov. 24, 2019 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: Union Taproom 245 West Central Avenue, Winter Haven Join Union Taproom and Jhoanna for a BEND + BREW Yoga Session with Inside Out Yoga!! On the LAST Sunday of the month. Tickets are $10 & ALL Yogis receive 10% off their Union TAB! Please wear comfy clothes & BYOM (bring your own mat).
25-30 SILVER SNEAKERS When: Nov. 25, 2019 | 8:30 a.m. Where: Lakeland Square Mall 3800 U.S. Highway. 98 North, Lakeland Silver Sneakers sponsored by IMA Medical Center has a walking club in the Lakeland Square Mall every Monday and Wednesday at 8:30 AM. Certified group fitness instructor on site to do a warm up and help pair up walkers by speed. After laps enjoy coffee and juice. Monthly rewards and contests. Meet at the food court kiosk! THANKSGIVING ARTS CAMP When: Nov. 25 & 26 | 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Where: Lake Wales Arts Center 1099 SR 60 E, Lake Wales lakewalesartscouncil.org Enroll your student today for two fun-filled days of music, pottery, painting, and digital arts. All classes will be Thanksgiving-themed and will allow students to explore the story of the first Thanksgiving through the fine arts. All supplies are included with the price of enrollment. More information can be requested by contacting the Lake Wales Arts Center by phone (863) 6768426 or by email info@lw-arts.org. We hope your student will join us on November 25th and 26th! DEMOCRATIC WOMEN’S CLUB OF EAST POLK/RIDGE When: Nov. 26, 2019 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. Where: The R-Place Eatery Restaurant 35523 Hwy 27, Haines City The Democratic Women’s Club of East Polk/ Ridge meets every 4th Tuesday. All Democratic women are welcome to join the club, where we discuss shared political views and volunteer for activities that help elect fellow Democrats. Contact: Anne Huffman, Club President (863-242-3230) annehuffman01@gmail.com havenmagazines.com
TRIVIA WEDNESDAY: EVERYTHING DISNEY When: Nov. 27, 2019 | 6:30-9 p.m. Where: Swan Brewing, 115 W Pine St., Lakeland Bring your Mouse Ears and all your Disney Knowledge and your best Disney Team Names for a Prize! it’s Live! Trivia at Swan Brewing hosted by Nick Allred from Hold On I Know This!- Trivia Games start under the Tent at 6:30pm- Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place as well as best team name and a special prize pulled for a random team at the end of the night!- Bring your friends and family for a battle of wits and useless knowledge! As always, Swan Brewing is family and pet friendly - Food Truck on site for your hunger pangs.
TRIVIA TUESDAYS AT GRB! When: Nov. 26, 2019 | 6:30-8 p.m. Where: Grove Roots Brewing Co. 302 3rd St. SW, Winter Haven Gather up those teams, GRB is hosting Trivia every Tuesday in the main tasting room from 6:30-8pm! With the exception of a few, all trivia will be General Knowledge!Teams may range between 1-8 players. All minors must be accompanied and actively supervised by a parent or guardian at all times. LAKELAND SALSA When: Nov. 26, 2019 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Lake Mirror Theater, 121 S Lake Ave, Lakeland lakelandsalsa.com We meet at the Lake Mirror Auditorium located in beautiful downtown Lakeland.
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BUTTONS & BOWS SQUARE AND ROUND DANCE CLUB When: Nov. 26, 2019 | 7-9:30 p.m. Where: Magnolia Building, 702 E Orange St., Lakeland dancergram.com Square dancing — the American folk dance! Dance levels are Mainstream and Plus. You must be able to dance either one or both of these levels to dance. Included at the Square Dance is Round Dancing (choreographed ballroom), which is included in the dance fee. Dance levels at this dance are Phases 2 — 4. Early Rounds are from 7:00 p.m. — 7:30 p.m. and Squares and Rounds are from 7:30 p.m. — 9:30 p.m. Dance fees (cash or checks) are $6 per person for club members and $7 for visitors. There may be an occasional $1 per person increase due to the expenses of certain dances. For information regarding the dances, classes, or general information, please contact Penny at 863224-3393 or sqdncfan@gmail.com or www. dancergram.com.
RUN FOR THE PIES 5K & 8K When: Nov. 28, 2019 | 7:30 a.m. Where: Holloway Park 2402 Holloway Park Dr,, Lakeland SHIRTS and Winn-Dixie ticket for a FREE PIE for all who register! Awards will be given to top 3 in each age group along with overall male and female, masters, and grand masters in each race. There is an option to do the 5k/8k Challenge come registration. The races are spread apart enough to attack both if you so choose! 7:30A: 5k START / 8:30A: 8k START. Packet pick-up day prior and day of will be available. Those details to be given by email days prior! More info on FB@FITnicheEvents/events THANKSGIVING DAY CARILLON CONCERT When: Nov. 28, 2019 | 1 p.m. & 3 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Experience Edward Bok’s gift with concerts featuring thankful hymns and tunes. Included with general admission or membership.
BEER THANKFUL-THANKSGIVING EVE PARTY When: Nov. 27, 2019 | 12-11 p.m. Where: Grove Roots Brewing Co. 302 3rd St. SW, Winter Haven Gather with friends and family at GRB on Thanksgiving Eve for our biggest community day of the year! We’re opening up early for a day full of fun! Come hungry! It’ll be food truck central all day long. Check the schedule to see who’ll be serving! Back-to-back bands will be jamming with Hunter Smith jamming at 7pm. We are thankful for YOU, our community, our friends, our family!
POWER: FLOW When: Nov. 29, 2019 | 5:15-6:30 p.m. Where: Inside Out Yoga 52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven ioyogastudio.com Come as you are, open and ready to meet your edge & play with it. All that you desire is already within you. So, let’s dig down deep and explore the core of your being! With long held postures and focus on breath led movement, this energetic form of yoga may bring a little sweat. Pranayama, mantras and modifications will be sprinkled throughout the class to better move you closer to meeting your edge. From Oct. 18 Dec. 13th. 863-224-2311
THANKSGIVING EVE CELEBRATION When: Nov. 27, 2019 | 3-10 p.m. Where: Union Taproom 245 West Central Avenue, Winter Haven Come unwind on Thanksgiving Eve at the TAPROOM!! Bring your family from out of town and show them the new spot you’re always talking about!!! Lots of NEW seasonal BEER selections. FOOD, Justin Grimes will be on the mic 6-9PM! We are so THANKFUL for you, our friends, our community!!
SHOP SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY When: Nov. 30, 2019 Get out and shop small for the holidays at locally-owned boutiques and shops!
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HOLIDAYS AT HAMMOCK HOLLOW “HOLIDAY BIRDING TRADITIONS” When: Nov. 30, 2019 | 10 a.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Birds are a part of many international holiday traditions; discover how to include feathered friends in your celebrations. Make a bird ornament at Doodlebug Art Place. Included in general admission, free for members. 863-734-1222 ELVES SHELVES When: Nov. 30 -08, Dec. 2019 Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Our Elves Shelves Shoppe offers our young shoppers lower priced gifts. Bring your children in to find gifts for their friends and family while supporting the Polk Museum of Art. There’s even a free gift wrapping station where they can wrap their presents! Elves Shelves runs from 863-688-7743 THEATRE WINTER HAVEN CHOIR When: Nov. 30, 2019 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Theatre Winter Haven 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd., Winter Haven theatrewinterhaven.com A community choir open to all singers, ages 14 & up .No audition required. Dates: October 12 — December 17, 2019 (Saturdays 11am-1pm) Theatre Winter Haven Choir is a free experience for ages 14 and up! Learn to navigate and explore your voice. On December 17th you’ll be a part of an unforgettable concert. No experience is required and it’s completely free! For more information, please contact our Choir Director, Philip King, at Philip@theatrewinterhaven.com (863) 294-7469 REX FLOYD - THE WALL 40TH ANNIVERSARY When: Nov. 30, 2019 | 8-11 p.m. Where: LkldTV, 202 N Mass, Lakeland. lkldlive.com Pink Floyd Jam Band Laser Video Presentation Celebrates The 40th Anniversary Of Release Of The Wall And Diversity Of Pink Floyd’s Iconic Album Legacy Rich Mistretta opens the show with a special performance of ABBEY ROAD to celebrate its 50th Anniversary! Doors 7:30pm Show Starts 8:00pm Row Seats = $15 advance ($20 Day Of Show)
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LAKELAND..........9/13/2019......... $690,000 3595 RAINTREE WAY.......................... LAKELAND........... 9/6/2019.......... $153,000 406 PATTEN HEIGHTS ST................... LAKELAND..........9/16/2019.......... $297,800 419 CANNON ST 1,2,3,4....................... LAKELAND..........9/16/2019.........$480,000 421 CANNON ST 1,2,3,4....................... LAKELAND..........9/16/2019.........$480,000 506 BELMAR ST.................................. LAKELAND........... 9/5/2019.......... $170,000 5116 FORESTGREEN DR....................... LAKELAND.......... 9/12/2019.......... $170,000 601 COTTAGE LN................................ LAKELAND..........9/18/2019.......... $120,500 619 CAROLYN DR................................ LAKELAND..........9/16/2019.......... $175,000 632 W OAK DR.................................... LAKELAND........... 9/6/2019........... $317,500 6446 EVERGREEN PARK DR............... LAKELAND..........9/16/2019......... $320,000 950 HOLLINGSWORTH RD................. LAKELAND..........9/10/2019...........$107,000 1010 WILDWOOD DR.......................... LAKELAND........... 9/6/2019.......... $123,600 1104 GILMORE AVE............................. LAKELAND........... 9/6/2019..........$104,900 1820 W MEMORIAL BLVD................... LAKELAND...........9/11/2019......... $305,000 2265 CASPIAN DR............................... LAKELAND...........9/11/2019.......... $199,900 2925 TENOROC MINE RD LOT 2......... LAKELAND..........9/10/2019............$92,600 4707 JOYCE DR................................... LAKELAND..........9/16/2019.......... $199,500 5930 KOOTER RD............................... LAKELAND.......... 9/12/2019.......... $189,000 6210 LAKE LUTHER RD....................... LAKELAND..........9/10/2019..........$235,000 712 LAKEHURST ST............................. LAKELAND..........9/13/2019.......... $164,900 832 7TH ST.......................................... LAKELAND.......... 9/12/2019.......... $125,000 834 E VALENCIA ST............................ LAKELAND..........9/16/2019.......... $214,900 323 W BELLA VISTA ST........................ LAKELAND.......... 9/12/2019........... $92,000 1810 OLD POLK CITY RD..................... LAKELAND........... 9/6/2019.........$480,000 263 CONNIE LEE CT............................ LAKELAND..........9/13/2019.......... $199,900 405 W TOM COSTINE RD................... LAKELAND........... 9/5/2019.......... $130,000 505 W DAUGHTERY RD...................... LAKELAND........... 9/9/2019..........$109,000 5417 RIVER ROCK RD.......................... LAKELAND........... 9/6/2019........... $127,000 5622 DRIFTWOOD DR........................ LAKELAND.......... 9/17/2019.......... $189,900 5932 HILLTOP LN................................ LAKELAND..........9/13/2019.......... $156,000 6417 DORCHESTER RD....................... LAKELAND........... 9/5/2019...........$167,000 6762 ASHBURY DR............................. LAKELAND.......... 9/12/2019..........$239,900 8010 DIAMOND CREEK LN................. LAKELAND..........9/13/2019......... $204,000 8529 PLANTATION RIDGE BLVD......... LAKELAND.......... 9/17/2019...........$235,100 8604 TOM COSTINE RD..................... LAKELAND..........9/16/2019.......... $139,000 8805 PINECREST DR........................... LAKELAND..........9/16/2019.......... $125,000 936 PEARLY RIDGE LN........................ LAKELAND..........9/13/2019...........$257,900 1188 GALLOWAY RD............................ LAKELAND..........9/13/2019.......... $159,000 1412 MAPLE ST.................................... LAKELAND........... 9/9/2019.......... $182,000 1966 ALTAVISTA CIR........................... LAKELAND...........9/11/2019......... $246,000 2165 MISSION HILLS DR...................... LAKELAND........... 9/9/2019.......... $185,000 2175 MALACHITE DR........................... LAKELAND.......... 9/17/2019......... $303,000 3104 TIMBERLY LN.............................. LAKELAND..........9/10/2019..........$180,000 3243 BEAR CREEK LN......................... LAKELAND..........9/18/2019.......... $154,000 3480 SUMMIT DR............................... LAKELAND........... 9/9/2019......... $304,000 5001 ROCK DOVE TRL........................ LAKELAND.......... 9/12/2019.......... $163,500 5239 GRACE ST................................... LAKELAND...........9/11/2019........... $90,000 5610 ANNETTE................................... LAKELAND..........9/10/2019.......... $135,000 6945 MINAXI DR................................. LAKELAND........... 9/5/2019..........$233,000 7223 FOX CHASE DR........................... LAKELAND.......... 9/12/2019.......... $173,000 7714 MATHER RD................................ LAKELAND..........9/13/2019.......... $195,500 7795 LAKE JAMES BLVD...................... LAKELAND..........9/16/2019........... $50,000 8146 WOODVINE CIR......................... LAKELAND........... 9/9/2019......... $206,500 1120 RUSTIC LN................................... LAKELAND...........9/11/2019......... $360,000 1333 WINDSONG DR........................... LAKELAND........... 9/5/2019.......... $120,000
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1411 PERSIMMON WAY........................ LAKELAND..........9/18/2019........... $110,700 2416 TWELVE POINT DR..................... LAKELAND...........9/11/2019......... $240,000 2621 DEER RACK LN............................ LAKELAND.......... 9/12/2019...........$179,900 3558 MARSH WREN ST....................... LAKELAND..........9/13/2019.......... $207,500 3698 PEREGRINE WAY........................ LAKELAND........... 9/6/2019..........$236,800 4118 EJ DEERY CT................................ LAKELAND.......... 9/12/2019.......... $219,000 4521 OLD GOVERNMENT RD.............. LAKELAND........... 9/6/2019.......... $150,000 4724 LATHLOA LOOP......................... LAKELAND........... 9/5/2019..........$265,000 4802 WILDFLOWER DR...................... LAKELAND...........9/11/2019.......... $159,000 5196 ASHWOOD DR........................... LAKELAND........... 9/6/2019......... $245,000 5875 TROPHY LOOP.......................... LAKELAND......... 9/20/2019........... $317,500 6036 ABBEY OAKS DR........................ LAKELAND..........9/16/2019........... $84,900 6502 SEDGEFORD DR........................ LAKELAND..........9/16/2019.......... $145,000 6623 NEWMAN CIR............................ LAKELAND..........9/16/2019......... $242,000 6730 NEWMAN CIR............................ LAKELAND........... 9/6/2019......... $240,000 6830 NEWMAN CIR............................ LAKELAND........... 9/6/2019...........$137,000 2815 GARY LN..................................... LAKELAND........... 9/6/2019............ $67,800 3048 JENNA MAE WAY....................... LAKELAND........... 9/6/2019............ $51,000 4024 LAKE HANCOCK RD.................. LAKELAND........... 9/6/2019..........$275,000 4113 SHADE TREE LN........................... LAKELAND........... 9/5/2019.......... $142,000 5543 VINTAGE VIEW BLVD................. LAKELAND..........9/16/2019.......... $357,500 5807 GRACE LAKE DR........................ LAKELAND........... 9/9/2019........... $56,000 5807 GRACE LAKE DR........................ LAKELAND........... 9/9/2019........... $65,000 5964 VALENTINO WAY....................... LAKELAND..........9/13/2019......... $338,800 6123 STRICKLAND AVE....................... LAKELAND..........9/13/2019.......... $195,000 6135 CALENDAR CT............................ LAKELAND........... 9/5/2019.......... $169,500 1016 DOLLY LN.................................... LAKELAND...........9/11/2019..........$190,000 1071 TRACE PL..................................... LAKELAND..........9/10/2019..........$236,500 1228 FAIRFAX...................................... LAKELAND........... 9/6/2019......... $236,000 1420 E PRIVATE DR............................. LAKELAND........... 9/5/2019.........$404,000 1923 HIGH GLEN CT............................ LAKELAND.......... 9/12/2019.......... $170,000 2005 WINDWOOD LN........................ LAKELAND..........9/10/2019......... $280,000 2115 WINTERSET DR............................ LAKELAND..........9/10/2019...........$172,500 2116 SELKIRK LN.................................. LAKELAND........... 9/5/2019.......... $184,900 4016 S WELLINGTON DR.................... LAKELAND........... 9/9/2019.......... $158,000 4176 MAYFAIR WAY............................. LAKELAND..........9/13/2019.......... $193,000 4325 FLORIDA AVE............................. LAKELAND.......... 9/12/2019......... $380,000 4602 GREAT BLUE HERON DR........... LAKELAND..........9/10/2019........... $150,100 510 WILLOW RUN KNL........................ LAKELAND..........9/10/2019.............$95,100 6206 BUTTERNUT DR........................ LAKELAND.......... 9/12/2019......... $220,000 6277 ASHLEY DR................................ LAKELAND........... 9/5/2019......... $340,000 6342 TIERRA VISTA CIR...................... LAKELAND..........9/13/2019..........$229,900 6589 EAGLE VIEW LOOP.................... LAKELAND.......... 9/12/2019......... $470,000 6603 MADEIRA AVE........................... LAKELAND..........9/16/2019.......... $170,000 6708 HAYTER DR................................ LAKELAND..........9/13/2019..........$355,000 6745 HAMPSHIRE BLVD...................... LAKELAND..........9/19/2019......... $244,000 6879 EAGLE RIDGE LOOP.................. LAKELAND........... 9/9/2019.......... $214,000 6916 HAYTER DR................................ LAKELAND..........9/16/2019......... $348,000
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113 4TH ST....................................WINTER HAVEN..........9/16/2019.......... $169,000 1135 NE FAIRFAX ST......................WINTER HAVEN..........9/10/2019..........$180,000 115 2ND ST JPV..............................WINTER HAVEN..........9/18/2019.............$62,100 1289 NORMANDY HEIGHTS CIR..WINTER HAVEN..........9/16/2019.......... $175,000 1316 HIDDEN CREEK CT...............WINTER HAVEN......... 9/20/2019........... $70,000 1318 HIDDEN CREEK CT...............WINTER HAVEN........... 9/5/2019........... $137,700 188 DURRELL CIR........................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/6/2019..........$180,000 204 4TH ST..................................WINTER HAVEN..........9/10/2019.......... $126,900 211 CROWN ST.............................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/6/2019.......... $164,500 2206 ABBEY RD...........................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/6/2019........... $84,600 228 MAJESTIC GARDENS LN........WINTER HAVEN.......... 9/12/2019.......... $196,500 2306 SE ISLE ROYAL....................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/6/2019.......... $128,900 243 KINGS POND AVE.................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/5/2019.......... $158,000 2444 AVENUE D..........................WINTER HAVEN..........9/13/2019.......... $143,000 26 THE VILLAGE BLVD.................WINTER HAVEN..........9/16/2019.......... $279,700 30 TERA LN..................................WINTER HAVEN..........9/13/2019..........$325,000
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3439 AVENUE F...........................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/6/2019........... $119,000 403 HONEY BELL RD...................WINTER HAVEN..........9/13/2019......... $200,000 459 TERRANOVA ST....................WINTER HAVEN...........9/11/2019..........$239,900 5006 STRADA DR........................WINTER HAVEN..........9/13/2019..........$160,000 522 HONEY BELL RD....................WINTER HAVEN..........9/13/2019.......... $210,500 585 WAKULLA DR........................WINTER HAVEN..........9/10/2019.......... $165,000 59 COLEMAN RD.........................WINTER HAVEN..........9/10/2019.......... $132,000 611 34TH ST..................................WINTER HAVEN..........9/16/2019............ $71,000 611 34TH ST..................................WINTER HAVEN..........9/13/2019............$79,900 676 AVENUE K.............................WINTER HAVEN.......... 9/12/2019..........$194,000 70 VAUGHN RD...........................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/9/2019..........$265,000 703 TAYLOR BLVD.......................WINTER HAVEN.......... 9/17/2019........... $70,000 708 BYNI RIDGE...........................WINTER HAVEN..........9/13/2019............$62,500 740 OVERLOOK DR.....................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/9/2019............$87,000 846 SUNSET COVE DR................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/9/2019.......... $210,000 1121 FAIRFAX ST............................WINTER HAVEN..........9/10/2019..........$180,000 1125 NE FAIRFAX ST......................WINTER HAVEN..........9/10/2019..........$180,000 1139 HAINES DR...........................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/5/2019........... $197,500 117 AVENUE W..............................WINTER HAVEN.......... 9/12/2019.......... $149,000 1190 SOPHIA BLVD.......................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/6/2019..........$235,000 1193 HAINES DR...........................WINTER HAVEN...........9/11/2019..........$100,000 1198 HAINES DR...........................WINTER HAVEN...........9/11/2019..........$100,000 1229 HAINES DR...........................WINTER HAVEN..........9/16/2019.......... $195,200 1253 HAINES DR...........................WINTER HAVEN...........9/11/2019..........$100,000 1282 HAINES DR...........................WINTER HAVEN...........9/11/2019..........$100,000 1331 LUCERNE LOOP RD..............WINTER HAVEN..........9/13/2019......... $500,000 1508 HAMLIN ST..........................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/6/2019..........$242,500 1588 HAVENDALE BLVD...............WINTER HAVEN..........9/14/2019.......... $130,000 1647 LEMON AVE.........................WINTER HAVEN......... 9/20/2019...........$118,000 1647 LEMON AVE.........................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/6/2019.......... $166,000 1776 6TH ST APT 210....................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/5/2019........... $98,000 1812 16TH ST.................................WINTER HAVEN..........9/13/2019.......... $155,000 1839 NICARAGUA WAY................WINTER HAVEN..........9/13/2019.......... $152,000 1907 16TH ST................................WINTER HAVEN..........9/13/2019.......... $105,000 1976 CROSSROADS BLVD............WINTER HAVEN..........9/18/2019.......... $316,000 2106 NE 1ST ST.............................WINTER HAVEN..........9/16/2019.......... $125,000 2300 ROSE BLVD.........................WINTER HAVEN..........9/13/2019......... $204,500 2302 12TH ST...............................WINTER HAVEN.......... 9/17/2019.............$55,100 2312 ROSE BLVD...........................WINTER HAVEN.......... 9/12/2019........... $211,000 2321 TWIN LAKE VIEW RD...........WINTER HAVEN........... 9/5/2019...........$118,000 2321 TWIN LAKE VIEW RD...........WINTER HAVEN........... 9/6/2019.......... $166,000 2339 TWIN LAKE VIEW RD..........WINTER HAVEN..........9/18/2019...........$225,100 236 TOWHEE RD..........................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/9/2019..........$262,000 2369 TWIN LAKE VIEW RD..........WINTER HAVEN........... 9/5/2019...........$118,000 2369 TWIN LAKE VIEW RD..........WINTER HAVEN........... 9/6/2019.......... $166,000 2500 NW 21ST ST APT 32.............WINTER HAVEN..........9/16/2019..........$104,000 2618 TRINITY CIR.........................WINTER HAVEN..........9/10/2019............. $81,100 2740 IDYLRIDGE WAY..................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/6/2019........... $80,000 2915 N WALNUT ST......................WINTER HAVEN.......... 9/12/2019..........$100,000 3049 COUNTRY CLUB CIR.........WINTER HAVEN..........9/13/2019.......... $229,700 3074 ROYAL TERN DR..................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/6/2019.......... $261,000
3141 ROYAL TERN DR...................WINTER HAVEN.......... 9/12/2019..........$738,600 3145 ROYAL TERN DR..................WINTER HAVEN.......... 9/12/2019..........$738,600 3164 KIWI AVE.............................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/6/2019.......... $166,000 3164 KIWI AVE.............................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/5/2019...........$118,000 3256 ROYAL TERN DR..................WINTER HAVEN.......... 9/12/2019..........$738,600 3265 ROYAL TERN DR..................WINTER HAVEN.......... 9/12/2019..........$738,600 3269 ROYAL TERN DR.................WINTER HAVEN.......... 9/12/2019..........$738,600 3509 AVENUE T...........................WINTER HAVEN.......... 9/12/2019............$83,500 3910 AVENUE R............................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/6/2019........... $50,000 4006 GREAT EGRET DR...............WINTER HAVEN.......... 9/12/2019..........$738,600 4069 GREAT EGRET DR...............WINTER HAVEN........... 9/6/2019.......... $218,000 4073 GREAT EGRET DR...............WINTER HAVEN..........9/13/2019..........$207,000 4089 GREAT EGRET DR...............WINTER HAVEN..........9/10/2019..........$226,000 4120 OAK DR...............................WINTER HAVEN..........9/16/2019.......... $149,500 467 SUNFISH DR..........................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/5/2019...........$250,100 470 SUNFISH DR..........................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/5/2019..........$249,900 502 WINTER TER UNIT 121...........WINTER HAVEN........... 9/9/2019........... $85,000 5795 MARSH LANDING DR..........WINTER HAVEN.......... 9/12/2019......... $209,800 609 LUCERNE BLVD....................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/5/2019..........$198,000 6154 GREY HERON DR.................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/9/2019...........$101,000 108 LAKE DAISY TER....................WINTER HAVEN.......... 9/12/2019..........$180,000 135 AUDUBON RD.......................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/9/2019.......... $164,900 1398 INNSBRUCK CT...................WINTER HAVEN........ 10/14/2019.......... $162,500 1434 GRAND CAYMAN CIR..........WINTER HAVEN...........9/11/2019.......... $163,000 145 ALACHUA DR........................WINTER HAVEN..........9/16/2019...........$176,900 215 RUBY LAKE LN.......................WINTER HAVEN..........9/13/2019......... $300,000 2392 SALZBURG LOOP...............WINTER HAVEN..........9/18/2019......... $204,800 267 MARIPOSA............................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/6/2019.......... $130,000 2785 ATTWATER LOOP................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/6/2019..........$180,000 2792 WHISPERING TRAILS DR.....WINTER HAVEN..........9/16/2019.......... $174,000 2952 PLANTATION RD.................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/9/2019..........$332,500 3002 PLANTATION RD................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/9/2019.......... $313,000 332 LAKE ELOISE POINTE DR......WINTER HAVEN..........9/10/2019.............$117,100 369 STERLING DR........................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/6/2019.......... $165,500 4 LAKE LINK DR...........................WINTER HAVEN..........9/16/2019......... $245,000 400 EL CAMINO DR 207..............WINTER HAVEN..........9/18/2019........... $59,000 406 LAUREL COVE WAY..............WINTER HAVEN........... 9/5/2019.......... $130,000 4318 LARRYS LAGOON................WINTER HAVEN.......... 9/12/2019..........$160,000 4459 EMERALD PALMS LN..........WINTER HAVEN..........9/13/2019......... $645,000 4554 EMERALD PALMS DR..........WINTER HAVEN..........9/10/2019............ $91,000 510 LAKE MARIAM TER................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/9/2019...........$257,500 7300 BENT GRASS LOOP............WINTER HAVEN..........9/10/2019..........$329,000 8003 WATERVIEW WAY..............WINTER HAVEN........... 9/5/2019........... $118,500 819 ORCHID SPRINGS DR............WINTER HAVEN..........9/10/2019............ $57,000 833 REFLECTIONS LOOP.............WINTER HAVEN..........9/10/2019..........$198,000 9705 LAKE BESS RD LOT 563.......WINTER HAVEN..........9/10/2019............$50,500
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Media and Marketing Consultant We are looking for a great Sales & Marketing leader to join our team. Marketing/advertising experience is a plus, but we do have entry level opportunities for the right candidates. This could be your opportunity to join a great company, Destroyer Media and Marketing. We work hard and play hard. In this position, you will focus on the Lakeland market working with local and regional businesses. We are a full service digital and events company as well as operating two monthly print publications. In this position you will work as part of our team on all special projects/sales initiatives. You will be a key partner in all event and advertising driven products in print, online, and mobile. In this position you will have the opportunity to grow with our company. Our Culture and Philosophies • • • • • • • • • • •
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