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Boo! Welcome to the “Spooky Edition!” In this month’s cover story we have a little fun with two of the more famous Florida legends! We talk about the Skunk Ape, which we also featured on our tonguein-cheek cover. Did I actually catch a photo of the mysterious Skunk Ape on Lake Mirror...or was it a guy wearing a costume I ordered off of Amazon? You’ll need to read the story and decide if you’re a believer. We also take the infamous Spook Hill challenge, take a ghost tour in Orlando and eat at a supposedly haunted restaurant. We have some fun with Halloween this month, travel along with our adventures! On a more serious note, we meet some incredibly talented people from Polk County. Derek Menchan is an absolutely amazing and talented cellist. Check him out on YouTube, he’s impressive! He also has a new album, so keep your eye out for it. Andrew Allen has big plans for the Lake Wales Arts Council. In fact, Allen is so interesting that we will get the rest of his story in our November issue. Learn about this talented jazz musician and what he’s bringing to the kids of Polk County. We also turn one-year old this month! It’s been an honor to write and learn about Lakeland. We’ve met so many people and have loved featuring the special people and businesses here. Thank you for accepting us into your lives and sharing your stories with us. Our goal is to showcase your stories and hope that they inspire others. I’m excited for the year to come. I also want to thank everyone that came out to our very first event! Kon Tiki Taco was a huge success and we have it in the books to do it again next year! Finally, I’d like to congratulate the LKLD Haven team for winning 2 Charlie Awards from the Florida Magazine Association. Winning for Best Cover Design and Best Redesign for 2018! What an honor to have been chosen! Have a very happy October! Amy Sexson Editor asexson@scmginc.com Havenmagazines.com

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OCTOBER VOLUME 2 ISSUE 1 Publisher Barbara Rakoczy Editor Amy Sexson Advertising Director Kim Edwards Contributing Writers Tara Crutchfield Amy Sexson Barry Friedman Madison Fantozzi Merlisa Lawrence Corbett Contributing Photographers Amy Sexson Tara Crutchfield Bill Siegel Graphic Designer Steven Maynard Sr. Sales Consultant Gary Peach Digital Specialist Kathy Woodruff President Sun Central Media Group Chris Sexson LKLD HAVEN is published twelve times a year by the Sun Central Media Group. Haven distributes 13,500 copies a month with 7,701 mailed to homes and 5,800 copies available at select locations throughout Lakeland. For advertising information please contact: brakoczy@scmginc.com For editorial information please contact: asexson@scmginc.com To submit to our calendar: calendar@scmginc.com Office: 99 Third Street N.W. Winter Haven, Florida 33881 863-533-4183

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Mural Saved As Drive Like Your Publix Rebuilds Swans Live Here Store Watch for changes coming soon to Lake Morton Drive. Alarmed by distracted driving that injured a jogger and killed five swans, the city is looking at several options to keep drivers focused when circling the picturesque lake. Meanwhile First United Methodist Church has posted timely signs near the lake: “Drive Like Your Swans Live Here.”

The 58-year-old Publix at Grove Park is being demolished, but the colorful entrance mural is being preserved. We know what’s replacing the aging market — a newer, larger Publix — but we still don’t know where the mural will end up. Gregory Fancelli, the Publix heir who arranged its preservation, has mentioned a couple of possibilities, one in Dixieland and another on Massachusetts Avenue.

Aim of 3 Electricity: Fuel p.m. City Drop Neutralizes Meetings: More Rate Increase Participation Last month we told you that Lakeland Electric’s base rate was about to go up. So it’s only fair to report that for October through December, the utility’s fuel charge is going down. The bottom line is that the “typical” home customer who uses 1,000 kWh a month will see a 50-cent reduction in the electricity portion of their monthly utility bill.

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Lakeland’s City Commission is now starting its twice-a-month meetings at 3 p.m. instead of 9 a.m. in hopes of making it easier for citizens to attend. With just two meetings held at the new time, it’s too early to say if the plan worked. So far, nobody has spoken up during the audience participation slot near the end of the meeting; that fell at 5:03 one meeting and 4:37 the next.

Marijuana Dispensary Opens Here A Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting marked the opening of Lakeland’s first medical marijuana dispensary. Customers need a state-issued card to enter Curaleaf in a strip shopping center on U.S. 98 North near I-4 and a valid prescription from an approved physician to buy anything there. The Lakeland location puts Curaleaf half-way toward its goal of opening 22 stores in Florida by the end of the year.

Ch-ch-chchanges As Two Large Churches Transform A couple of Lakeland’s larger churches have transformed recently. St. David’s Episcopal folded into St. Stephens Episcopal after selling its iconic Edgewood Drive home to Redemption Church for $1.85 million. Lakeside Baptist sold its New Jersey Road campus for $1.9 million to Geneva Classical Academy, which is leasing the auditorium to the fast-growing Grace City Church.

Power Outages: There’s a Map For That Here’s some helpful info for the next time your power goes out: Lakeland Electric has improved its online outage map. The updated version pinpoints the location and size of outages and includes an estimated restoration time. There’s also a weather overlay with animated radar. Look for it at lakelandelectric.com/emergency-information-center.

NBC, Others Despite Protests, Check Lakeland’s ‘Survivor’ Team County OKs Hurricane David Includes Expansion Plan Hunters Local Waitress Visions of more traffic, flooding and possible damage to an eagle’s nest prompted 50 people to attend a Polk County Commission meeting to oppose expansion of the Hallam Preserve subdivision off CR 540A from 13 homes to 79. Commissioners approved the proposal 5-0, saying Southern Homes had every right to develop the land according to the plan they submitted.

These days hurricanes are bringing attention to Lakeland even when they take place elsewhere. News outlets, including NBC’s “Today” show, spotlighted the work of the NOAA Hurricane Hunters based at Lakeland Linder International Airport as Hurricane Florence plundered toward the Carolina coast. The 110member staff and their aircraft moved here last year.

You’re probably correct if you watched the new season of “Survivor” on CBS and thought a contestant reminded you of a young waitress at a north Lakeland restaurant. Contestant Jessica Peet, 19, has been known to frequent the northside Beef O’Brady’s, which held a premiere party when the new season debuted Sept. 26. Jessica competes on the underdog Team David.

LAKELAND TOP 10 6 4 Mr. Central Florida

Oct. 4, 6pm at Haus 820. Supporting Central Florida Speech & Hearing Center. Cast your vote online then see who wins on the 4th. cfshc.org/mrcentralflorida/

Rootstock

Oct. 20, 8am-6pm at Bok Tower Gardens. Hundreds of plants for sale, musicians, healthy cuisine and a spectacular display of seasonal foliage. Admission is free and parking is $10 per car. (863) 676-1408 boktowergardens.org

Lakeland Cardboard Boat Challenge & Lakes Festival

Oct. 6, 8am-noon. A fun activity at the lake while learning about alternative water sources, water quality, stormwater runoff, water conservation, Florida-friendly yards, and littering. Register your boat at lakelandgov.net

Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Oct. 20, 8am at First Presbyterian Church, 175 Lake Hollingsworth Dr. Raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. act.alz.org

6&7 Bartow Chalk Walk Festival

11 Saving Animals Sip & Shop

Oct. 6 & 7, 10am-5pm in Ft. Blount Park. An arts and cultural community event with music, food trucks, a craft beer garden, vendors and more.

Oct. 11, 5-9pm at United Women’s Club of Lakeland. Shop 30+ vendors to help raise funds for SPCA FL. Ticket price includes light food & drink. www.spcaflorida.org

MIDFLORIDA Auto Show & Lake Mirror Concours

Watson Clinic Foundation-Healthy in Pink Social

Oct. 19-21 at the Lake Mirror Promenade in Downtown Lakeland. A display of 650+ show vehicles, food trucks and more. www.midfloridaautoshow.com

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Oct. 25, 6-8pm at Lone Palm Golf Club. FREE event devoted to breast cancer education and empowerment. Guest speaker is author, stand-up comedian, mother of five sons, and breast cancer survivor Tracy DeGraaf. Please RSVP to (863) 904-2656. www.watsonclinic.com

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19-31 Buckingham Terror Haunted House

Oct. 19-31, open at 7:30pm nightly, Camp Fire Program Center, 2600 Buckingham Ave. in Lakeland. More info at www.buckinghamterror.org

Fright Night at the Federal

Oct. 27, 8pm-midnight at Federal Bar Lakeland. Costume contests, scary cocktails and a midnight wake dinner! All proceeds will benefit Lakeland Volunteers In Medicine. Order tix at www.lvim.net

Swan Brewing is going back to the summer of love

with the Lakeland performance of Uncle John’s Band with special guests Weefcraft Tiedye, Brittany Blossoms “herbs”, and gypsyjunQue apparel and jewelry!

• Music starts around 7:30p • • Festivities start around 5p • • Groovy attire recommended (prizes for best dressed!) • • Special beer release • • Dueling food trucks (Salt & Fire Food Lab & Off The Griddle) • • A night of Music and Love with NO COVER CHARGE! • About Uncle John’s Band: Formed in 1989 in Clearwater FL, Uncle John’s Band has kept the Grateful Dead fire aglow in the Southeast for nearly three decades. In a world overflowing with Grateful Dead inspired tribute bands, it is rare to find one that consistently captures the essence and groove of the Dead’s engine firing on all cylinders. Come enjoy a mind-melding evening of Grateful music, beer and food!

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16th Annual Pumpkin Patch

Support homeless pets by purchasing pumpkins. Prices range from $5-$25. The patch is also a great place to get photos of your children and/or pets decked out for the holiday! Hours: Mon-Fri, 12:00pm7:00pm; Sat/Sun, 10:00am5:00pm. Humane Society of Tampa Bay, 3607 N Armenia Ave. (813) 876-7138

Kid Rock+Brantley Gilbert: Red Blooded Rocknroll Redneck Extravaganza Tour

Oct. 12, 6:30pm at MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre. www.midflorida.com/ amphitheatre.aspx

The Play That Goes Wrong Haunted River Tours

Various nights throughout October. 45-minute haunted cruise along the Hillsborough River led by spooky docents with scary tales of Tampa. www.piratewatertaxi.com

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Tampa

Oct. 20, 9am at Amalie Arena. A non-competitive 5K supporting the American Cancer Society. Register by calling 1-800-227-2345 (press 2) or go online to www.makingstrideswalk.org/ tampafl

Various dates in October. What would happen if Sherlock Holmes and Monty Python had an illegitimate Broadway baby? Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d get THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, Broadway and Londonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s award-winning comedy! www.strazcenter.org

Bob Dylan & His Band

Oct. 20, 8pm at Ruth Eckerd Hall. VIP experiences available for additional charges. www.rutheckerdhall.com

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Tampa Night Market: Fall Fest Oct. 4, 6-10pm at The Esplanade at Tampa City Center in Tampa. Vendors, makers, musicians, food and more. www.luxefashiongroup.com

11-14 Florida Birding & Nature Festival

Oct. 11-14 at Hillsborough Community College Brandon Campus. Enjoy and learn from renowned professionals, experience peak migration, and shop unique products. floridabirdingandnaturefestival.org

Guppyween

Oct. 27 & 28, 1-5pm at The Florida Aquarium. Trick-ortreat, scavenger hunt & more! flaquarium.org/guppyween

Hocus Pocus (rated PG)

Oct. 28, 2pm at the Tampa Theatre. Free for kids 12 and under. A Halloween must-see movie! tampatheatre.org/

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ORLANDO TOP 10 7 4U: A Symphonic Celebration of Prince

5 Screamin’ Green Hauntoween

All through October at Crayola Experience Orlando. See all-new monster-ific crafts and special, spooky happenings all month long. www.crayolaexperience.com/ orlando

IMMERSE

Oct. 19 & 20 in downtown Orlando. Presented by the Creative City Project. More than 1,000 artists and performers bringing an interactive, immersive and inspiring experience. www.creativecityproject.com/

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Oct. 5, 6pm. Enjoy a movie outdoors at Leu Gardens. Food & Alcohol permitted. This movie is rated PG13, under 13 years of age requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. www.leugardens.org

Science Night Live Adults Only

Oct. 6, 8pm at the Orlando Science Center. Experience the OSC with adult beverages, food and no children. www.osc.org

Oct. 7, 7:30pm at the Walt Disney Theater. The first and only estate-approved Prince celebration is curated, produced, and directed by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson of The Roots. You’ll hear the biggest hits to some lesserknown gems, all played by a band hand selected by Questlove, along with a video presentation of never-beforeseen footage. www.drphillipscenter.org

5K Zombie Run

Mystery Science Theater 3000 Live! Featuring The Brain

Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas

Movie Night: Poltergeist (1982)

Oct. 20, 9am at Bill Frederick Park At Turkey Lake. Run from the zombies or be a zombie, your choice. More info at active.com or on FB @The5kZombieRun

Oct. 20, 4pm at Hard Rock Orlando. For the first time in 25 years, original host and MST3K creator, Joel Hodgson will be back in the red jumpsuit as Joel Robinson. Alongside new MST3K host Jonah Heston (Jonah Ray). ticketmaster.com

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Oct. 27, 8pm at the Walt Disney Theater. Experience the movie with music performed live by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra. www.drphillipscenter.org

12-14 Lakeridge Winery BBQ & Blues Festival Oct. 12-14, five of the nation’s top BBQ rib competitors, live music and wine. www.lakeridgewinery.com

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Oct. 30, 8pm at The Social. A cult hit on dance floors from Paris to London and New York, a lead singer with nonaggressive girl power, focusing on delivering kick-ass lyrics... in French. And they’re so cool. www.thesocial.org

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Skunk Ape: Legends from the Florida Swamp You’ve heard of the Yeti, an abominable snowman type creature covered in hair as white as the snowy mountainous landscape they’re said to roam. And Bigfoot, the elusive giant ape-man that traverses the backcountry of the Pacific Northwest only to be caught in a blurry photo or two. Florida has its own legendary creature – the Skunk Ape. In the heart of the Everglades, about three hours south of Polk County within the Big Cypress Preserve, past a speckling of airboat tours and the tiny Ochopee post office is The Skunk Ape Headquarters. After a selfie with the Skunk Ape replica or the 28-foot fiberglass cougar statue out front, tourists can enter the small gift shop and purchase a magnet, hat, t-shirt, mug, or their very own copy of the Everglades Skunk Ape Research Field Guide. For a fee, visitors can step through a door in the back to see a collection of animals – different species of snakes, including a massive Reticulated Python, baby alligators, turtles, and birds to name a few. A part of the Trail Lakes Campground, this one-stop-Skunk Ape shop and research headquarters was started by Dave Shealy, an authority on the creature and a self-described Skunk Ape expert. Shealy is a generational gladesman. He claims his family can be traced as far back as the 1890’s in the Florida swamplands. The property where the research center is located was purchased by Shealy’s father around 1960 before the preserve even existed. “I believe we’re the only privatelyowned campground that’s within the boundaries of a national park anywhere in the country,” noted Shealy. Home to an estimated one million alligators, the remote area, “is the largest wilderness area east of the Mississippi in the United States.” havenmagazines.com

This desolate swamp scene makes a prime home for a creature as elusive as the Skunk Ape. Having heard tales of the Skunk Ape growing up, Dave became obsessed with the cryptid when he first encountered it at age ten. Dave and his older brother Jack were hunting in the glades when Jack saw something walking in the distance. Only about 100 yards from the boys, Dave couldn’t see it over the tall grass. “He picked me up and I looked and there it was,” said Dave. They agreed that it looked exactly as it had been depicted in the stories they’d heard growing up. An even earlier memory involved coming home from the store with his dad. There used to be a chain across the dirt road to their property. His dad got out to unhook the chain and found Skunk Ape tracks on each side of the road. “Although ten years old is when I actually saw one,” Dave said, “I was really young when he showed me the tracks. It’s pretty much been a lifelong thing, as far back as we can remember as children.” Now in his fifties, Dave has dedicated most of his life to researching the Skunk Ape. He’s taken multiple photos and a video of the creature. He has been featured on The Discovery Channel, The Travel Channel, TLC, Inside Edition and other national and international media outlets. Shealy described the Skunk as being bipedal, meaning they walk on two legs. The males stand up to seven feet tall, weighing in excess of 350 pounds and females notably smaller in stature between five and six feet tall, weighing between 180-250 pounds. Through his research, the Skunk Ape expert has found them to be omnivorous, eating plants and animals. The Everglades Skunk Ape Research Field Guide, a - CONTINUED ON PAGE 20 -

Skunk Ape blueprint of sorts penned by Shealy, details their diet to include fish, reptiles, and large mammals including deer and wild hog. Sightings of the tall, hairy animal with reddish-black fur are almost always associated with a strong odor similar to rotten eggs. Shealy attributes the smell to where they choose to make their dens during the dry season. “When it’s the dry season in the Everglades and the swamps are dry, that’s when I do most of my research where I can get out into the swamps and the ground is tacky and mucky and holds the tracks,” said Dave. “The alligator caves have an air pocket in the back and they’re quite large and there’s a lot of available food. Many times, I’ve found tracks going into the alligator cave and coming out of the larger, older caves.” He said the caves are full of methane gas which could be the cause of the stench.

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During the wet season, Dave said Skunk Apes make their homes in the treetops. He compared their nests to that of an orangutan with branches laid over each other in the fork of a tree.

Shealy isn’t the only one to spot the Skunk Ape across the swampy landscape. Tourists and locals alike claim to have seen the elusive beast. “The majority of the sightings here in the Big Cypress Preserve have been within three miles of my place here,” he said.

“Right now, based on the research that I’ve done over the past twenty-five years, there’s a really good possibility that here in this three-million-acre area which encompasses the south side of the lake and down, we could have as many as seven to nine skunk apes that live here,” said Shealy. He bases this estimate on the differences in track sizes he has found.

A notorious sighting spot and Skunk Ape crossing is down Turner River Road. “Several tour buses operate out of Naples and Marco Island that bring visitors out here to the preserve to see the alligators and go on an airboat ride. One of the things they do is they go up this Turner River Road,” he said, beginning a story that takes place in the late 90s.

Differentiating from the infamous fivetoed Bigfoot tracks, all the Skunk Ape tracks Dave Shealy has found have been four-toed.

During this time, over the period of several months, there was a rash of sightings by these buses. “They saw Skunk Apes right there while they were viewing the alligators, either on crossing the roads or on the far bank in the trees.”

According to Shealy, “This is not the only area in Florida you’re going to find Skunk Apes.” A little closer to home in the Green Swamp, is a hotbed area for Skunk Ape sightings, as is the Ocala National Forest.

Several of the sightings were reenacted on an episode of Unsolved Mysteries, along with an interview with Shealy.

Thinking of planning a Skunk Ape expedition? If you’re going to visit the Everglades, Shealy suggests one of the pole boat or eco-tours they offer as the best way to experience Florida’s nature in the hopes of spotting wildlife (Skunk Ape and otherwise). A few pro tips from the Skunk Ape expert include wearing appropriate clothing such as snake boots, and to dress for the weather during the season you’re going. Also, be sure to keep an eye out for Florida’s many predators like the black bear, panther, and of course, snakes and alligators. You can find everything you need to know in the research field guide including an expedition checklist. One rather unusual item on the list was lima beans. Apparently, they’re the best bait for a Skunk Ape. Skunk Ape Headquarters 40904 Tamiami Trail E, Ochopee, FL 34141 (239) 695-2275 www.skunkape.biz

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A Terrifying Day-Trip to Spook Hill Ah, Lake Wales, Crown Jewel of the Ridge, home to Bok Tower Gardens, rows of blossoming citrus trees, the friendliest people, and (wiggles fingers in a menacingly scary way) Spoooooook Hill.

OR THE CHIEF PROTECTING HIS LAND???”

Posted on a sign just before the hill is the legend of Spook Hill. The sign reads:

We decided, for research purposes, to try it out for ourselves.

“Ages ago an INDIAN TOWN on Lake Wailes lake was plagued with raids by a HUGE GATOR. The town’s GREAT WARRIOR Chief and the gator were killed in a FINAL BATTLE that created the huge swampy depression nearby. The chief was buried on its north side. Later PIONEER HAULERS coming from the old ARMY TRAIL atop the ridge above found their horses LABORING HERE… at the foot of the ridge … and called it Spook Hill. IS THE GATOR SEEKING REVENGE,

Continue Rod Serling voice: Instead, we entered The School Zone (doodoo-do-doo, doo-doo-doo-doo)! We arrived just as the adjacent Spook Hill Elementary was releasing students for the day. This meant extra traffic and lots of spectators.

Then it states simple instructions: Stop car on white line, place in neutral and let it roll back.

First, we watched as another car attempted it. It appears that they didn’t have any luck. They graciously moved out of the way for us to give it a go.

All I could think as we approached the hill was, “There is a fifth dimension beyond that which is known to man. It is a dimension as vast as space and as timeless as infinity. It is the middle ground between light and shadow, between science and superstition, and it lies between the pit of man’s fears and the summit of his knowledge. This is the dimension of imagination. It is an area which we call the Twilight Zone.” I, as is only right, thought it in the voice of The Twilight Zone’s Rod Serling.

We stopped on the white line facing the Spook Hill sign, put the car in neutral, and sure enough, it rolled back. Which is kind of what we expected to happen. We all agreed that we just weren’t getting it, maybe we were doing something wrong? We tried it going the other way down the street. That time we rolled

forward, which is what we expected would happen. I’ve heard that Spook Hill is an optical illusion, a trick of the eyes, but we weren’t seeing what was so spooky about it all. The only thing we collectively conceived was that maybe there was a smaller hill at the bottom which made it an optical illusion. In the end it was just us and another car turning around a few times, driving around like crazy people while I’m sure parents in the car line laughed heartily at the spectacle. Though we didn’t see the chief or the giant gator, it was fun to try out. I give Spook Hill, three out of five Exorcist head spins, since it was not very scary, but made for a fun trip with plenty of laughs!

ARTS Art Crawl 2018 Art Crawl, is hitting Munn Park in downtown Lakeland again for its sixth annual art festival celebrating the emergence of new and innovative artists in Central Florida! This oneday event will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, November 3rd. Family friendly and admission is free. The juried art festival is an accessible venue for art collection, entertainment, and fun. This year’s festival will feature more than 55 local fine art artists, art demonstrations and a full lineup of performances coordinated by Fredi Dance Project and With Love Productions. Food trucks will be onsite to kick that hunger, and local arts organizations, colleges, and partners will be onsite with hands-on art activities and happenings for all ages. Additionally, Blick Art Materials will be onsite hosting demos and giveaways, and Ink Screen Printing will be printing FREE t-shirts for first 200 attendees. From its inception, Art Crawl has taken on the challenge to create a platform to aid new artists desiring professional

traction in the area – specifically those venturing in contemporary media and content. This year, Art Crawl continues to extend its reach in the art community. A new partnership with Arts Ensemble Downtown will bring bimonthly professional development workshops for contemporary artists to Winter Haven and Lakeland. This partnership will provide new exhibition opportunities for Art Crawl artists and opportunities to cultivate artist growth locally. And VOLUME, a contemporary artists collective in Lakeland, is helping to grow artist interest and involvement in Art Crawl.

Additionally, onlookers and artists will notice a difference in this year’s award ribbons. The leather artists at Boondock Studios are donating time, material and talent to create the award “ribbons” for this year’s art show winners as support for fellow artists and their journey.

One of the artists, Leif Langford, has been designing this year’s Art Crawl octopus that will adorn the event posters and this years free t-shirts. As an form of outreach and art education, this group is also hosting an interactive tent at the festival focused on the exquisite corpse method – a method originally developed by surrealist which a collection of words or images is collectively assembled.

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Together, Art Crawl believes we can make a difference in the community at large…building relationships to bring about awareness, support, and collaboration for the arts. Art Crawl 2018 is sponsored by:

And supported by: Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College, Lakeland Art Guild, VOLUME Art Collective of Lakeland, Fredi Dance Project, WIMBI Surf and Skate Art Crawl Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization led by Ellen Chastain and a dedicated group of art professional volunteers. Chastain founded the event in 2013 under the auspices of Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College, which gave her permission to establish Art Crawl as an independent organization. The museum remains a supporting partner of Art Crawl. Learn more about Art Crawl at artcrawlfl.com or on the organization’s Facebook page @ArtCrawlFL

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Take a tour of Oak Hill Beginning in November, the Polk County History Center will offer a onehour guided tour of the historic Oak Hill Cemetery in Bartow. The idea of touring a graveyard may seem a little scary, but don’t let that stop you. The markers feature beautiful carvings and funerary art dating back to the 1800s. In Southern cemetery tradition, markers offer insight into their family and community life. Oak Hill is the final resting place for several of Polk County’s founding families, and their history will give you an appreciation for all that they’ve done to create what we now call home. The cemetery itself, is peaceful. It’s next to a road and a neighborhood with very little traffic. It’s so quiet, I could hear the birds chirping around me. There are several very old, large trees with moss hanging low, and the markers are arranged in a “Transitional Cemetery” form. This was developed in the mid to late 1800s and it features bordered family plots covered with grass and the

occasional flowering plants. Religious and military symbols, especially the Confederate Cross, started appearing on markers around the same time. It wasn’t until after WWI that markers were arranged in straight rows. This would be known as the “Modern Cemetery” form that we see today. I spoke with Cintia Ally, the Curator of Education and Programming at the Polk County History Center to learn more about the monthly tour. “We learn about the different type of funerary art, the different headstones and the more notable people that are buried there.” Some of those families include the Blount, Summerlin and Parker descendents, just to name a few. You will learn the history of these families, and their contributions to making Polk County what it is today. At the start of the tour, you’re given a handy little guide to the symbols on the markers and their meanings. Histories of 10 families that are interred are also given.

Cintia walked me throughout Oak Hill pointing out various markers and the history of the people interred. It is a cemetery, so for me, it was easy to get a sense of sadness walking through. There are children buried and the mysteries about their past remain. However, there are parents, soldiers and other prominent people that had a vision for this area and worked to make a better life for others. Learning the history of these people is fascinating. If you like history, you’ll appreciate this tour. It’s an in-depth look at the founding families of Polk. Oak Hill began, informally, back in 1860. It is the oldest existing manmade construction in the city of Bartow. In February of 2003, it was added to the US National Register of Historic Places. Tours of Oak Hill begin in November and are only one day a month, so plan ahead. A few tips: Bring water, wear sunscreen and bug spray. Wear comfortable shoes that are

appropriate for walking through grass. The tour meets at the Polk County History Center and then everyone drives to Oak Hill, approximately one mile away. Polk County History Center 100 East Main Street, Bartow, FL 33830 863-534-4381 www.polkhistorycenter.org What was once the Polk County Courthouse now serves as the History Center and houses the historical museum and library. Polk County History Center’s Mission Statement: To educate and inspire through the procurement and preservation of historical objects and data, illustrative of, and relating to, Polk County.

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Polk State College to host Voctave in concert on Oct. 13 Polk State College will host Voctave in concert on Oct. 13 at 7 p.m. in the Winter Haven Campus Fine Arts Theatre, 999 Ave. H N.E., offering a one-of-a-kind opportunity for students and members of the community to experience the world-renowned a cappella group. Tickets are available online at www. polk.edu/boxoffice or by calling 863.297.1050. Tickets are $20 for the public and $15 for all students, Polk State faculty, and staff. The 11-member ensemble hails from Central Florida with professional roots at Walt Disney World entertainment. Voctave’s members have performed all over the world, however, bringing together a wealth of diverse backgrounds and musical knowledge in gospel music, musical theater, choir, contemporary Christian, barbershop, pop, and more.

Voctave has performed with Grammy, Dove, and American Music Award recipients including Sandi Patty, Kirstin Maldonado, Mark Lowry, David Phelps, and Jody McBrayer. The group has multiple No. 1 songs and albums on iTunes, Amazon, and Spotify; ranks in the Top 25 on Billboard Magazine’s charts; and has received more than 100 million views between Facebook and YouTube. “Polk State is thrilled to have such a talented, successful musical group performing right here at the College for students and members of the community to enjoy,” Program Coordinator Nancy Lozell exclaimed. “Even more exciting is Voctave will meet with Polk State Music students and Polk County high school students after the performance in an interactive panel discussion, giving aspiring musicians and performers the opportunity to connect with members of the ensemble.” Members of the community also

have the opportunity to meet with Voctave with the purchase of a $50 VIP ticket. VIP ticket holders are invited to a reception hosted by the Polk State College Foundation in the Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery prior to the concert, which will include a meet-and-greet with Voctave. VIP ticket holders will also receive priority seating. Funds raised through ticket sales will go to the Polk State College Foundation for student scholarships. “We are so thankful to Voctave for allowing our donors to have the opportunity to interact with such a phenomenal group of vocalists,” Polk State College Foundation Executive Director Tracy Porter said. “The group’s support, as well as the support of our contributors and the community, allow our students to succeed in the classroom, on the stage, and beyond.”

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Derek Menchan Derek Menchan considers himself a retro kind of cat. Yes, cat, as in 1960s hip to the jive slang used by other cats, many long gone from this earth. Menchan is a smart cat, a professor of humanities at Polk State College. He’s also a highly respected cellist, who composes music from his studio in his home that overlooks a lake in Winter Haven. His studio and living room are appointed with mid-century modern furniture and funky finds he’s accumulated over the years. Most of his social media savvy students who tweet, text and play Fornite all night, know little about their professor’s throwback style and comeback life story. They will this fall, as Menchan is set to release his debut album, an eclectic mix of genres, sounds and styles. An eclectic representation of his life’s work, the new album pays homage to generations of greats like Quincy Jones, Frank Sinatra, Count Basie and Duke Ellington. Menchan fuses the sounds from these iconic music giants with 80s club and dance music, the soundtrack to his high school and college years. There’s some Johann Sebastian Bach in there too. “It is a paean to genreblurring postmodernism,” said Menchan. Menchan is such an old-school cat that he insists on releasing the album on vinyl and CD, as well as on internet music sites such as iTunes and Spotify. He’s excited about finally completing a project that began in 2006. He put it on the backburner and decided to resurrect the project earlier this year. With equal parts irreverent tongue-in-cheek humor and soul-stirring atmospheric orchestrations, Menchan shows off his chops as a musical arranger, something he’s aspired to since he was in grade school. Menchan started playing the cello in the third grade. His father, Herbert Menchan, was one of the first black school principals in Polk County. While a student at Winter Haven High School, Menchan was a background singer and bassist in a funk band. After college, Menchan performed as a solo cellist in several orchestras and ensembles in New York and Houston. “I’ve always been fortunate enough to be in right places, at right times, which made it such that I could meet luminaries in various artistic mediums,” said Menchan. He’s worked with Kanye West’s hand-picked musical arranger and engineer, producer Mike Dean and other industry heavies.

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The son of educators, Menchan takes a studious approach to music. “When I was a teenager I would collect all the interviews and magazine articles and recordings I could of the two greatest cellists of the time—the passionate and volcanic Rostropovich and the aristocratic and eloquent Janos Starker.” Later in life, Menchan got to know Starker, who referred to him as “an old friend.” Menchan went on to study at the Manhattan School of Music with Olga Rostropovich, Slava’s daughter. After polishing his skills and earning a solid reputation in New York, Menchan decided to return to Winter Haven. In New York, he was building a reputation but struggling to stay afloat. In 1993, Menchan called his mother, who had been widowed since the 1970s. He felt a little lost about “what to do next?” When he called her back then, he sought direction, a way forward. “I had never struggled before,” he said. She encouraged him to move back to Winter Haven and pursue a career here. He did. “It wasn’t a good idea. I went through some real hard changes. Went off the beaten path,” he said. This included a bout with drug addiction. “So, after going to Manhattan School of Music and being first cello and beating out known cats, I come home to Winter Haven and I’m a teacher’s aide at Westwood Middle School. Obviously, being a middle school teacher is an honorable tradition but that wasn’t exactly what I thought was in my purview when I left the Manhattan school of music.” He never stopped playing and producing music. He took gigs when possible and kept in touch with colleagues who were going places. “I got tired of being a teacher’s aide. The next step was for me to figure out what to do,” he said. “Then when I got my head out of my you know what and went out to Houston,” he said. In his late twenties and early thirties, Menchan played cello as part of an orchestra for Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles, Diana Ross and other big names. These acts would come to town with Menchan called their core band and backup singers. But they would hire strings and brass instrumentalists locally. He remembers being seated so close to Ray Charles that he could see his fingers at work on the piano. “If you had a good reputation you’d get the call,” he said. Once hired, he’d arrive with other local musicians and work from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. rehearsing music without the presence of the

star performer. Later, just a couple of hours before the concert, the star might arrive and do a quick run through. “It was a high-pressure situation but right for me at that time.” Menchan has friends who still play with big names, including Beyoncé. “But they don’t get any spotlight. It’s all about Beyoncé.” At this stage in his life and career, Menchan feels he’s grown beyond backup status. “ I am at the height of my artistic abilities and at the peak of my musical vision; I feel I have something unique and relevant to say with and through this project and the time feels right to do so,” he said. “I am an old school cat in every way and people seem more and more every day to be intrigued by retro styles in fashion, architecture and music, and so I find myself quite at home contributing something to that arena.” He’s also comfortable in his own creative skin. He admits that his desire to explore Basie, Bach and Biggie might not appeal to the masses. “It’s niche. Not for everybody.” In October, he’s performing alongside fellow Polk State professor Holly Scoggins, who teaches art. Menchan will paint while Scoggins paints. “One thing I really appreciate about Derek is that when collaborates he is so open to other’s ideas and encourages individuality,” said Scoggins. “It is truly a collaboration and never a dictated partnership. I look forward to painting alongside him this fall.” Scoggins admires Menchan’s commitment to bringing world-class artistry to Polk County. “Derek is an inspiration, not only is he an accomplished professor, but he equally dedicates himself to his music and performances,” said Scoggins. “He is an asset to Polk County because he tirelessly collaborates, promotes the arts, and continuously works to provide world class events for residents of Polk County. There is no need to travel to New York, or LA, top-notch performances are being scheduled annually by Derek’s Voices of the people.” Menchan has performed all over the country, in Canada and Europe. “What I do, in all aspects of my life, is bring things and people together, often from disparate quadrants, and meld them in new and hip ways. That is what I do on this album: I call them “re-imaginings;” I take a tune and cast it in a totally different light that what is the norm. And guess what? Sometimes it works.”

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PHOTOGRAPH Amy Sexson

Anne McDonough Anne McDonough has made a career helping people connect with passed loved ones and through intuitive life coaching, out of her Windermere based Tranquiliti Wellness Center. An International Medium, Intuition Life Coach, and Reiki Master, Anne’s spiritual gifts made themselves apparent early in her life. As a little girl, Anne says she didn’t grow up in the best environment. “I was always directed to hide in certain places and know that I was out of harm’s way,” she said. Her grandmother whom she was very close to, passed away around the time she was in second or third grade. On a particularly bad night after her grandmother had passed, her step-father was abusing her mother. “A big angel appeared at the end of my bed and basically said, ‘You’re going to be okay, but you need to help your mom.’” She got out of bed, shaking, crying, and intervened in the situation between her mom and step-father. She feels that if she hadn’t, he would have killed her mother. “That was the first revelation that something was different about me,” remembered Anne. Anne explained the energy in her life really turned up when her second child was born four months premature, causing her to quit her job in order to care for her daughter. “She left the hospital with seven doctors and we didn’t know if she’d live. I had to channel a different energy than I was used to because before that. I was in finance and accounting with Bank of America as a commercial lender, but when I left my job, my whole focus was her.” “I think, the Universe, or however you want to look at it, was showing me where I was going to be going, but channeling me in one energy which was healing energy and helping my daughter heal,” Anne said. To help her daughter, she began to learn more about wellness, not knowing at the time that she would be led to eventually do it as a career. Ten years ago in July, Anne felt led to the building she’s in currently. She started her business without any money

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or a name for it, just going as she felt guided. “I started listening to what they gave me,” she said about the what she refers to as the Trinity. To Anne, the Trinity isn’t so much a religious idea, but the concept of God’s energy in general.

With no experience in putting an art show together, Anne jumped in with both feet and is now going on her fourth year. In June, she was asked to open the gallery in the back of her wellness center. “It’s all very synergistic,” she says.

Listening to this guidance paid off for the medium, “I’m still here ten years later and I just renewed another fiveyear lease.”

By January, she hopes to start Healing Through the Arts in which people will be able to use art and the spiritual aspects of what Anne does to heal and transform.

Listening still to what she was meant to do, she began practicing energy work. “In the energy work, loved ones would start coming in, helping facilitate the healing of the person whether it was a trauma that they had been through when they were eight or a car wreck or the loss of a loved one.”

Anne explained, “I’m always telling my clients that they need to connect more with the right side of their brain because that’s where all your creativity and your artistry and your relaxation resides.” Because of the easy access to technology and the fast-paced, urgent immediacy of connecting on technology, Anne says it’s important to have balance in life. She’s currently writing a book, Balance is the Key. On her YouTube channel, she is uploading videos about each key and then plans to release her book.

About five years ago, she went with a client of hers to Cassadaga for a session with a medium. The medium told her that she would not be able to get into the college she wanted to attend in England because they were booked up for a year. She got in in two weeks. Once there, she trained at the Spiritualist College in the advanced course. “I was already doing it, I just didn’t realize I was doing it.” Now, Anne does what she calls Messages of Love from Above. She uses her abilities to give people detailed messages from passed loved ones. She’s even created a YouTube channel to teach people about how to connect to their spiritual side. Can anyone do what Anne does? “I believe that everybody has intuitive abilities. It’s just a matter of tapping into them and that is what I teach.” “I do believe we’re all one and we all are linked in every way and we’re all equal, nobody is better than anyone else, but I do feel it requires a certain person to be able to do mediumship,” she said. “It’s all about paying attention to your thoughts and what you say and just really focusing on the things that matter in life.” Another aspect of what she does is healing through art. About four years ago, she was asked to do an art show for the town of Windermere as she was on the Downtown Business Committee.

Anne says that her specialty is helping people to heal and move forward without dragging on the process. She is available for phone and in-person sessions. Anne McDonough Tranquiliti Wellness Center 503 Main St., Windermere, FL 34786 (407) 448-0244 www.tranquilitiWellnessCenter.com

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An Interview with Andrew Allen, Lake Wales Arts Council Executive Director: Part I Jazz Musician and self-professed nerd, Andrew Allen may be new to the Executive Director position at the Lake Wales Arts Council, but the arts council has almost always been a part of his life. A thirdgeneration Lake Wales resident, Andrew attended Spook Hill Elementary and McLaughlin Middle School. He went to Lake Wales High School where he switched his musical focus from piano and trumpet to drums and classical percussion during his sophomore year. He was the Drum Major during his senior year of high school and later enrolled at the University of South Florida for classical percussion. When a timpanist from a local orchestra spoke to his class about the limited number of jobs in their field (only twelve full-time paid timpanist positions at the time, in 2007), Andrew said, “I realized at that point that maybe I should re-adjust,” he laughed, “and explore other career fields that were in music.” He took a jazz piano class and fell in love with it. “When I took that class I realized that I could either play Chopin my whole life, or I can try to be Chopin,” he said regarding his inclination toward composition. He switched his degree to jazz studies which was a difficult transition for the musician. From age five to 18, Allen played classical music, so he had to work twice as hard to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Jazz Studies in the three remaining years of college in order to graduate on time. In 2011, after graduating, Andrew signed to a record label. From there he went on to record multiple jazz albums doing renditions of themes from Star Trek, Star Wars, Nintendo, Blizzard, and Marvel Comics. “I’m a huge nerd, that’s just the way it is,” he said with a smile. Fast forward to last year when he and his wife, Brooke Allen, moved to Tallahassee. She had a job with Keller Williams and he was writing music for CBSI, Discovery, and radio station 104.1 in Orlando. In January 2018, Andrew was told about a possible job opening at the LWAC and he knew he wanted to apply for it. “I used these services for a long time when I was growing up, I did the summer arts camp here in the early 90’s,” he said. More recently, in 2016, Andrew headlined their Jazz Festival.

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He explained, “Through all those experiences, I knew this was my best opportunity to affect change in the Lake Wales area for all of the students that need the arts – that don’t just want them, but for their lives, they have to have them.” Andrew went above and beyond when submitting his resume, including a 30-page plan for their upcoming season. He programmed all of their exhibits, concert series, and classes, even writing a curriculum for all their classes. “I wanted to prove that I was serious about it,” he said. And LWAC did take him seriously. He was announced as the new Executive Director during the last week in February at the Arts Festival. That original plan he submitted though ambitious, is almost exactly what they’re doing now with 40 programs including ten education programs servicing almost 200 students, a nine-part concert series, and five-part exhibit series. They’ve also created partnerships with local programs like the Family Literacy Academy where they send teachers once a month to work with parents and students. Cultivating the arts in students is especially important to the Executive Director. He spent a year and a half as a band director which he says was one of the most fulfilling and stressful times of his life. “That’s when I realized that if I wanted to do a service to these kids, that I had to go get my Master’s Degree and I had to become a better version of myself,” he said. Which he earned about seven months prior to starting with the arts council. “By offering these programs we’re keeping kids out of trouble and giving them an opportunity to better themselves creatively,” he said. “I think that fine arts with kids teaches them about respect, it teaches them about discipline and expectations. There’s a lot of life lessons happening in our classes maybe these kids aren’t getting anywhere else.” Where would Andrew Allen like to see LWAC in five, ten years down the road? Something he’s put plenty of thought into, he named off programs he envisions – youth symphony, youth chorale, youth jazz band ensemble, adult brass choir, adult woodwind choir, and a community band.

“I would love for our exhibit series to grow, I would love for our concert series to really take off and to sell out season tickets months ahead of time,” he expressed. Andrew would also like to start an accredited program like the Straz Center has in which students that are homeschooled or in Florida Virtual School, or as a supplement for public and charter school students can earn fine arts credits. Check out next month’s issue to read more about Andrew Allen’s nerdier side like his favorite Star Wars movie to exactly what went into his uniquely themed jazz albums. Lake Wales Arts Council 1099 State Rd. 60 E., Lake Wales, FL 33853

OCTOBER CALENDAR 2018 1–7 SAD TROPICS When: Oct. 01 through Nov. 02 Where: Florida Southern College 111 Lake Hollingsworth Dr, Lakeland. http://polkmuseumofart.org A site-specific multimedia installation, Sad Tropics will be produced at and exclusively for the Melvin and Burks Galleries at Florida Southern College by New Orleans artists and Florida natives Cristina Molina and Jonathan Traviesa. Inspired by Claude LeviStrauss’ book title Tristes Tropiques, this exhibition focuses on the psychological landscape of paradise, the tropics, and the mythology of Florida. This is the first collaborative Museum-College exhibition and installation to be shown at the historic FSC Frank Lloyd Wright-designed campus YOGA: MOVEMENT AND INNER STRENGTH When: Oct. 01, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. Designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863-686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available. WORLD RELIGIONS: THE QUEST FOR MEANING AND IDENTITY When: Oct. 01, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Florida Southern College Archive Bldg., 111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland. Designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863-686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available. THE ART OF ROMAINE BROOKS When: Oct. 02 through Dec. 09 Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland. https://polkmuseumofart.org/brooks A collection of works from this American expatriate artist known for her androgynous appearance and unique artistic voice that challenged conventions of how women should look and behave. This exhibition is on loan from the Smithsonian American Art Museum. https://polkmuseumofart.org/brooks (863) 688-7743 CHAGALL: STORIES INTO DREAMS When: Oct. 02, 2018 through Jan. 6, 2019 Where: Polk Museum of Art havenmagazines.com

800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland. https://polkmuseumofart.org This extraordinary show of Marc Chagall’s work will be the only one of its kind in Florida and the only one in the country that pairs his Fables of La Fontaine etchings (1952) with his Story of Exodus lithographs (1966). (863) 688-7743.

BEGINNING COMPUTERS: THEY DON’T BYTE When: Oct. 03, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

CONVERSING WITH REALITY When: Oct. 02, 2018 through Jan. 13, 2019 Where: Polk Museum of Art, 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland. https://polkmuseumofart.org Conversing with Reality celebrates the most recent paintings of contemporary visual artist John Jacopelle. Devoid of preconceived ideas and direction, Jacopelle’s work takes a stream-of-consciousness approach, where the “act of doing” or process is equally important to the finished piece. Rendered in ambiguity yet painted with clear definiteness, organic shapes, rhythmic lines, and glyphic marks develop as the artist works upon his paintings, leaving each piece open to the viewers’ own interpretation. (863) 688-7743

ADULT COHOUSING: MY HOUSE, YOUR HOUSE, COHOUSE! When: Oct. 03, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

MOBILE OFFICE HOURS — THE OFFICE OF SENATOR MARCO RUBIO When: Oct. 02, 2018 | 12-4 p.m. Where: Lake Wales Chamber of Commerce 340 W Central Ave, Lake Wales. Meet your local staff and learn about the services Senator Rubio’s Office can offer his constituents.For more information, call the Gulf Coast Regional Office at(813) 853 -1099 or email jonathan_torres@rubio. senate.gov

LAKEFRONT PLANTS & WATER QUALITY When: Oct. 04, 2018 | 10 a.m. Where: Mackay Gardens and Lakeside Preserve 945 Mackay Blvd, Lake Alfred. http://mylakealfred.com Living in Florida guarantees that you are living in close proximity to a body of water. Are your landscape management practices having an adverse effect on our water quality? Polk County Natural Resources & Conservation Agent, Shannon Carnevale will help us learn ways to maintain a beautiful landscape while ensuring that our lakes and water supply stay healthy. (863) 291-5272

CREATIVE WRITING: WRITING WRONGS When: Oct. 02, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Florida Southern College Archive Bldg. 111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

THE GAME OF BRIDGE: LEARN THE BASICS When: Oct. 04, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. The Senior Scholars Program is a series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Classes are offered one time per week from 1-3 pm. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863-686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

YOGA DANCE When: Oct. 02, 2018 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Experience a unique approach to movement, combining the time-honored traditions of yoga, userfriendly dance, meditation in motion, breath and the energy centers of the body. Class is appropriate for all levels of fitness and physical ability. $15/members and $22 non-members.(863) 676-1408

CULTURAL GEOGRAPHY: IT’S A SMALL WORLD! When: Oct. 04, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Florida Southern College Archive Bldg. 111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

FIRE: FRIEND OR FOE When: Oct. 03, 2018 | 12-1 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Join Dr. Eric Menges, a scientist studying the interactions between plants and fire for 30 years in Florida. He will present research findings, burn management conundrums, conservation challenges and observations on the nature of in a presentation combining slides and film Free with general admission or membership. (863) 676-1408

AFTER HOURS AT THE MUSEUM When: Oct. 04, 2018 | 5-8 p.m. Where: Polk Museum of Art, 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland. https://polkmuseumofart.org 34

The Polk Museum of Art will be open until 8 p.m. the first Thursday of every month starting in September. CURATOR TOUR When: Oct. 04, 2018 | 6-7:30 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://polkmuseumofart.org Join Dr. Alex Rich, Curator and Director of Galleries & Exhibitions, each month for an in-depth guided walk through in the museum galleries, where he will provide art historical and curatorial insight as he tours visitors through one of our current exhibitions. Registration is not necessary but appreciated. MR. CENTRAL FLORIDA When: Oct. 04, 2018 | 6-9:30 p.m. Where: Haus 820, 820 N Massachusetts Ave, Lakeland. https://www.cfshc.org/mrcentralflorida/ Central Florida Speech and Hearing Center holds a major fundraiser with a friendly, competitive spirit where gentlemen in the community help raise money for the Center and the patients they serve. This year’s event focuses on “Celebrating Manly Men.” LAUGH ‘TIL IT HELPS When: Oct. 04, 2018 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Worship Center 1835 Overlook Drive, Winter Haven. http:// www.laughhelpswh.eventbrite.com Enjoy clean comedy at its best. Bring the whole family because once again child care will be provided for children ages 5 and under. The evening begins with The Panic Squad. Their hilarious, customized improv comedy show is built from spontaneous comedy scenes based on audience suggestions and participation. The Panic Squad performs a high quality comedy show that is all-inclusive and non-offensive. You won’t want to miss this amazing night of comedy, benefiting The Mission of Winter Haven. THE LITTLE MERMAID When: Through Oct. 14, 2018 Where: Theatre Winter Haven, 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd., Winter Haven. http://www.theatrewinterhaven.com Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. Ariel, King Triton’s youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea. 863-294-SHOW (7469) CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF When: Oct. 04 - 07, 2018 Where: Loca Lee Buckner Theatre 111 Lake Hollingsworth Dr., Lakeland. https://www.flsouthern.edu/visitors/festival-of-finearts/home.aspx Directed by Mary T. Albright. Adults: $18; Students $9Tickets are free for FSC Students, Faculty, and Staff. Cat on a Hot Tin Roof explores the greed, suppressed desires, and desperate hopes for the future of a southern family in crisis. Set in the Mississippi Delta plantation home of Big Daddy Pollitt, the play examines the relationships among members of Big

Daddy’s family, including his son Brick and his wife Maggie (the cat). CHAT & CHEW MORE PLANTS: RUTH HEIDRICH, PHD When: Oct. 05, 2018 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Public Library 325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven. Skype with Ruth Heidrich, PHD. At age 47 was diagnosed with breast cancer with lungs and bones involved. Switched to a vegan diet. At age 80+ she is running, biking, etc. Evidence of bone growth, no more constipation, arthritis or high cholesterol. Skype with the author of Senior Living. On Facebook @ ChatandChewMorePlants or email at 54321health@ gmail.com SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS: BE BI-LINGUAL When: Oct. 05, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available. ULTIMATE IMPROV When: Oct. 05, 2018 | 3-4:30 p.m. Where: Lakeland Public Library 100 Lake Morton Dr., Lakeland. https://lakelandpl.libcal.com Live and unscripted! Sharpen your wit and think on your feet. Invent characters, create scenes, twist the plot, laugh ‘til you scream.All tweens and teens are welcome. Ages 10-17. Main meeting room. SILVER SPURS SPOOKTACULAR 4-D BARREL RACE When: Oct. 05 & 06, 2018 Where: Osceola Heritage Park Silver Spurs Arena 1875 Silver Spur Ln, Kissimmee. http://Silverspursrodeo.com BOK AFTER DARK “A BRITISH INVASION” When: Oct. 05, 2018 | 5-8 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Experience live music on the Terrace with Rich Mistretta from 5-7pm followed by a 7:30pm carillon concert with Geert D’hollander. Enjoy dinner and shopping specials. Free with general admission or membership. (863) 676-1408 EDIBLE PLANT WALK “BACKYARD WEED WALK” When: Oct. 05, 2018 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ A short hike to explore common backyard weeds that are edible. Free with general admission or membership. (863) 676-1408 PUMPKINFEST When: Oct. 05, 2018 | 5:30-9 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Public Library, 325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven.

http://www.mywinterhaven.com The City of Winter Haven Parks, Recreation & Culture Department will be hosting PUMPKINFEST. This event is a fun night of games, activities, decorating pumpkins and dinner for school age children Kindergarten — 5th Grade. PRE-REGISTER TODAY! LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE! Parents for $10 per child you can have a date night or just some time off in Downtown Winter Haven with so many shops and restaurants to visit. For more information contact Tabatha at 291-5656.

Florida-friendly yards, and littering. Approximately 400 participants and observers come each year to view this event. The event not only brings participants for the boat race; it also brings people in the community out to watch the race. While there, many people visit environmental exhibit booths and walk away with literature, posters, and a better understanding of water quality and how they can make a difference by their everyday activities within their watersheds. Please see the RULES & REGISTRATION (lakeseducation.org) for the Cardboard Boat Challenge.

OCTOBER 5TH FIRST FRIDAY: OM NOM NOM COOKIE CARNIVAL When: Oct. 05, 2018 | 6-9 p.m. Where: Downtown Lakeland 117 N. Kentucky Ave., Lakeland. http://downtownlkld.com/2018/09/october-5th-firstfriday-om-nom-nom-cookie-carnival/ Cookie Creators will be peddling their delicious wares in Munn Park. Stop by and pick up 1 or 2 or more cookies! Place advance orders for all your holiday events. Have your picture taken with Benny the Pig, one of the mascots for CenterState Bank. Want to sample some cookies for free? Text FFCOOKIE to 51660 for a chance to be one of 100 lucky cookie judges. (Winners will be notified on October 4, 2018 via text. Text messaging rates may apply.)Downtown shops and restaurants will be open late. Don’t miss the Makers Market on North Kentucky Avenue and the Classy Car Show on Tennessee Avenue.First Friday is a family-friendly event held in the streets of Downtown Lakeland between Lemon Street and Oak Street along Kentucky and Tennessee Avenues.

DOWNTOWN FARMERS CURB MARKET When: Oct. 06, 2018 | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Downtown Lakeland 117 N Kentucky Avenue, Lakeland. http://www.downtownfarmerscurbmarket.org Stretching more than three blocks down North Kentucky Ave, the Downtown Farmers Curb Market brings 70-plus vendors to the heart of Downtown Lakeland every Saturday. Our vendors offer fresh produce, a wide variety of plants, locally handcrafted items, and delicious ready-to-eat food. The Downtown Farmers Curb Market is a project of the Lakeland Downtown Development Authority (LDDA). TAI CHI IN THE GARDENS When: Oct. 06, 2018 | 8:30-9:30 a.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Learn the ancient art of Tai Chi surrounded by the serenity of the Gardens. All ages and physical conditions can use the fluid movement of Tai Chi to help release tension, increase balance and relax. $10/ members and $17/non-member.(863) 676-1408

LIGHT UP THE LANES When: Oct. 05, 2018 | 6 p.m. Where: First Frame Bowl 950 Eagle Ridge Dr. North, Lake Wales. http://www.jlgwh.com/ On behalf of the 2018 Junior League of Greater Winter Haven, we would like to invite you to join us on Friday, October 5th as we host our annual Light up the Lane’s Bowling Fundraiser. The theme for this year’s bowling fundraiser will be Back to the 80’s! ??Dress is encouraged! The more fun you can make the dress, as it pertains to the theme, the better! So, have fun with it and get creative! Prizes will be awarded for the most creative team name and most spirited dress!!

ENERGY VITAMINS When: Oct. 06, 2018 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Learn new ways to refuel the body, mind and spirit. The morning will kickoff with drumming led by Jessica Fredricks of Rhythm Trek followed by Kundalini yoga and Energy work with Ali Smith and Kelly Andrews. $65/members and $72/non-members. (863) 676-1408

CLASSROOM TO THE SKY When: Oct. 06, 2018 | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Sun ‘n Fun, 4175 Medulla Rd., Lakeland. https://www.flysnf.org/teachersfly/ Breakfast and Ground School for Teachers- STEM Curriculum for your Classroom (Earn in-service points) Teachers Fly (Each teacher will get the opportunity to fly in an airplane with a certified pilot, weather permitting) $20

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ACCESS ART: SPECIAL NEEDS When: Oct. 06, 2018 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland. https://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 863-2248557 or email at sidestreetartbeat@gmail.com.

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CHILDREN’S ART WORKSHOP When: Oct. 07, 2018 | 1:30-3 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Drawing inspiration from within and the beauty around them, graphic and doodle artist instructor will encourage each child to make their own decisions about how they will formulate and execute their art. $25/members and $32/non-members (863) 676-1408

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NATURE TOUR When: Oct. 07, 2018 | 2 p.m. Where: Mackay Gardens and Lakeside Preserve 945 Mackay Blvd, Lake Alfred. Join our seasoned interpretive guide, Steve Franklin, for a moderately easy walk along a trail at Mackay Gardens and Lakeside Preserve. Steve will share information on the natural and cultural history of the area and discuss some of the environmental issues we face as we attempt to conserve and protect our natural resources. (863) 291-5272

8–14 YOGA: MOVEMENT AND INNER STRENGTH When: Oct. 08, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available. WORLD RELIGIONS: THE QUEST FOR MEANING AND IDENTITY When: Oct. 08, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Florida Southern College Archive Bldg. 111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available. AFTER SCHOOL ART: WATERCOLORS When: Oct. 08, 2018 | 4:30-5:30 p.m. Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland. https://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. This week’s After School Art Program will explore the medium of Watercolor. (863) 688-7743 EDWARD BOK BIRTHDAY CONCERT When: Oct. 09, 2018 | 1 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Celebrate Edward Bok’s gift of gratitude to America on his birthday. Free with general admission or membership. Concerts at 1pm and 3pm. (863) 676-1408 CREATIVE WRITING: WRITING WRONGS When: Oct. 09, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Florida Southern College Archive Bldg. 111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

COLLECTION IN FOCUS When: Oct. 09, 2018 | 6-7 p.m. Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland. https://polkmuseumofart.org Attendees will have an exclusive opportunity to delve into hidden gems and curiosities of our collection and to learn about works of art not often on display. With objects removed from storage just for the day and for those who attend, each talk will feature different understudied areas of the permanent collection and be led by an expert in the field. LOS TRABAS IN CONCERT When: Oct. 09, 2018 | 7:30 p.m. Where: Anne MacGregor Jenkins Recital Hall, 111 Lake Hollingsworth Dr., Lakeland. www.flsouthern.edu/visitors/festival-of-fine-arts/ home.aspx Sarasota Orchestra principal bassoon/adjunct FSC professor Fernando Traba and his talented wife, Betsy Hudson Traba (Sarasota Orchestra principal flute), return to the Faculty Artist Series to perform an evening of seldom-heard woodwind delights. Among the stunning pieces they will play will be Scherzo for Bassoon and Piano by Oleg Miroshnikov. (863) 680-4296 LANDSCAPE DESIGN BASICS When: Oct. 10, 2018 | 12-1 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Learn how to examine Florida landscapes, select plants and make design changes for a more “Florida Friendly” landscape. Free with general admission or membership. Register online. (863) 676-1408

ADULT COHOUSING: MY HOUSE, YOUR HOUSE, COHOUSE! When: Oct. 10, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

real focus is on being consistent and spending oneto-one quality time with your Little. Being a Big often means just including your Little in things you already like to do — going to a ball game, or a museum, or the beach, or a bike ride. The first step is to attend one of our Big Orientation & Training sessions. Get more details about volunteering. https://bbbstampabay. org/be-a-big/ WILDFLOWERS TO KNOW AND GROW When: Oct. 10, 2018 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. Where: Medulla Resource Center 1049 Parker Rd., Lakeland. http://www.lakelandgov.net/events/wildflowers-toknow-and-grow/ Grow your own wildflowers for the pollinators and even use as cut flowers! Discover which wildflowers to grow, the best time of year to plant, and how to care for them. Register online. If you have any questions, please contact us at j.schelb@ufl.edu or 863.519.1068.

BEGINNING COMPUTERS: THEY DON’T BYTE When: Oct. 10, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

CELEBRITY LIP SYNC BATTLE When: Oct. 10, 2018 | 6 p.m. Where: Theatre Winter Haven 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd., Winter Haven. The 2018 Celebrity Lip Sync Battle presented by Saddle Creek Logistics Services will feature six local celebrities, battling against each other through two rounds of epic, lip sync performances! The evening will be rounded out with complimentary wine tasting with commemorative glass from Victor Smith Law, light dinner, hors d’oeuvres and desserts. The event is a fundraiser benefiting public education in Winter Haven through contributions to two nonprofits: The Winter Haven Public Education Partnership and Cypress Junction Montessori.

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS ORIENTATION When Oct. 10, 2018 | 5:30-7 p.m. Where: Women’s Resource Center 165 Ave A NW, Winter Haven. https://bbbstampabay.org/be-a-big/ Please consider becoming a Big Brother or Big Sister and help change the life of a child facing adversity for the better, forever. It doesn’t take a lot of time (between 4-8 hours a month, depending on the program). The

CREATE AUTUMN GREETING CARDS When: Oct. 11, 2018 | 12-2 p.m. Where: Lake Wales Public Library 290 Cypress Garden Lane, Lake Wales. Led by husband and wife, Lynn and Marjola Burdeshaw, during this two hour class, participants will create cards celebrating autumn holidays.There is a $5 supply fee for each class. These classes are for teens through adults and limited to 15 students. Registration prior to the classes is required to reserve a seat. For details call 678-4004 or email library@cityoflakewales. com. THE GAME OF BRIDGE: LEARN THE BASICS When: Oct. 11, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available. CULTURAL GEOGRAPHY: IT’S A SMALL WORLD! When: Oct. 11, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Florida Southern College Archive Bldg. 111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: - CONTINUED ON PAGE 38 -

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SYMPHONIC COPELAND When: Oct. 12, 2018 | 8-10 p.m. Where: RP Funding Center 701 Lime Street, Lakeland. http://imperialsymphony.org Lakeland rock band Copeland released a sixth album in Spring 2018, perfect timing for a collaboration with the Imperial Symphony. While many ISO musicians have performed with Copeland in concert and album recordings, this will be the first time a full symphony has accompanied the band on stage.A performance of the Contemporary Series, celebrating the works of 20th and 21st-century composers. Single Tickets on sale at imperialsymphony.org

LEADERCAST WOMEN CENTRAL FLORIDA When: Oct. 12, 2018 | 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Where: Center for Public Safety, 1251 Keene Blvd., Winter Haven. http://bartowchamber.com/leadercastwomen/ .Leadercast Women highlights remarkable women who have made significant achievements in businesses and communities and share their stories and insights. Leadercast Women inspires and motivates attendees and provides them with tools and insights they can use at their workplace. Speakers include Jenna Bush Hager, Barbara Bush, Molly Fletcher, Jess Ekstrom and more. Tickets available online.

“FORE THE LOVE” GOLF & TENNIS EVENT When: Oct. 13, 2018 | 8 a.m. Where: Winter Haven Country Club 4200 Country Club Road S, Winter Haven. Winter Haven’s Premier Golf and Country Club will host a day of fun benefiting the Winter Haven Women’s Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Winter Haven Hospital patients. Enjoy and compete on one of Florida’s highest rated golf courses in an 18-hole four man scramble event - OR is tennis your game? Compete on the Country Club of Winter Haven’s exclusive clay courts in the tennis tournament. Join in after the golf and tennis tournament at our Tailgate Party. For more info or to register visit www. forethelove.org, email whhfoundation@baycare.org or call 863.595.2197

POINT OF VIEW GALLERY TALK When: Oct. 12, 2018 | 12-1 p.m. Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland. https://polkmuseumofart.org A Point of View gallery talk focusing on the artist Marc Chagall and his illustrations inspired by the Fables of La Fontaine and The Story of Exodus. Derek Menchan, professor of humanities, philosophy, and music at Polk State College will lead a discussion on the omnipresence of music found in Chagall’s work as well as universal themes of human morality. Register online. SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS: BE BI-LINGUAL When: Oct. 12, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

DOWNTOWN FARMERS CURB MARKET When: Oct. 13, 2018 | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Downtown Lakeland, 117 N Kentucky Avenue, Lakeland. http://www.downtownfarmerscurbmarket.org Stretching more than three blocks down North Kentucky Ave, the Downtown Farmers Curb Market brings 70-plus vendors to the heart of Downtown Lakeland every Saturday. Our vendors offer fresh produce, a wide variety of plants, locally handcrafted items, and delicious ready-to-eat food. We are open 8am to 2pm, September through May. In June and July, our summer hours are 8am to 1pm. We are closed in August. The Downtown Farmers Curb Market is a project of the Lakeland Downtown Development Authority (LDDA).

COOKING WITH BEER When: Oct. 12, 2018 | 6-8 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Learn how to make delicious beer-inspired recipes including appetizers, entrees and more with Chef Matthew Fulwood of Blue Palmetto Cafe. Class will include hearty samples and craft beer. Register online. $45/members and $52/non-members. Part of the Florida Food Series presented by Visit Central Florida. (863) 676-1408

TAI CHI IN THE GARDENS When: Oct. 13, 2018 | 8:30-9:30 a.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Learn the ancient art of Tai Chi surrounded by the serenity of the Gardens. All ages and physical conditions can use the fluid movement of Tai Chi to help release tension, increase balance and relax. $10/ members and $17/non-member.(863) 676-1408

AQUA BOO When: Oct. 12, 2018 | 7-9 p.m. Where: Gandy Pool, 404 Imperial Blvd, Lakeland. http://www.lakelandgov.net Join us at Gandy Pool for Aqua Boo! A fall festival at the pool. Fun for all ages - costumes are encouraged. We will have games and snacks. Proper swim attire is required to get in the pool.Regular daily entry applies: $4 per person, 20 visit pass, or Activity Pass. (863) 834-3157

HYPERTUFA CONTAINERS When: Oct. 13, 2018 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Learn how to make and then take home a hypertufa container using a mix of cement, peat moss and vermiculite. $25/members and $32/non-members. Register online. (863) 676-1408

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS ORIENTATION When: Oct. 13, 2018 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: BBBS Office 1231 Orange St., Lakeland. https://bbbstampabay.org/be-a-big/ Please consider becoming a Big Brother or Big Sister and help change the life of a child facing adversity for the better, forever. It doesn’t take a lot of time (between 4-8 hours a month, depending on the program). The real focus is on being consistent and spending oneto-one quality time with your Little. Being a Big often means just including your Little in things you already like to do — going to a ball game, or a museum, or the beach, or a bike ride. The first step is to attend one of our Big Orientation & Training sessions. Get more details about volunteering ¬ª https://bbbstampabay. org/be-a-big/ FALL INTO THE GARDENS MUSIC ON THE TERRACE WITH THE HUMMINGBIRDS When: Oct. 13, 2018 | 12-2 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Enjoy live music on the Terrace while enjoying lunch at the Blue Palmetto Cafe. Free with general admission or membership. (863) 676-1408 BASICS OF FERMENTATION When: Oct. 13, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Enjoy a discussion workshop focusing on the basics of fermentation. Topics include kombucha, sauerkraut, sourdough and more. Samples included. $25/members and $32/non-members. Register online. (863) 6761408 CONSCIOUS COMMUNICATION When: Oct. 13, 2018 | 1-4 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ This course provides the necessary tools to experience a more authentic and powerful projection of yourself. Designed to encompass a variety of situations, discover an inner intuitive capacity for wise and compassionate responses. Register online. $35/members and $42/ non-members. (863) 676-1408 SATURDAY AFTERNOON MOVIES: SCOOBY-DOO! AND THE GOURMET GHOST When: Oct. 13, 2018 | 2-4 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Public Library 325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven. http://www.mywinterhaven.com Admission is FREE and food and drink are welcome. VEGETARIAN COOKING FOR TWO AT HOME When: Oct. 13, 2018 | 3:30 p.m. Where: Lake Wales Public Library 290 Cypress Garden Lane, Lake Wales. Join Chef Warren as he shares dozens of kitchen tips, cooking hints and humorous anecdotes about the joys and challenges of cooking for two. Chef Warren will explain why vegetarian meals can, and should be part of a healthy diet and will show you that your pantry and fridge are already stocked with the ingredients needed to prepare a host of vegetarian entrees. Chef Warren then ends each presentation with a cooking demonstration, preparing a healthy

meal that anyone can replicate in their own home in less than 15 minutes. This cooking program is free, but registration is requested. Visit or call the library, 6784004, extension 221 to register. Chef Warren resides in Sarasota, Florida.

album’s release. It saw the band continue to integrate elements of blues back into their music, a direction begun with their previous album, Morrison Hotel.

PUTTIN ON THE GLITZ When: Oct. 13, 2018 | 6 p.m. Where: Ramon Theater 15 E Wall Street, Frostproof. http://www.ramontheater.com/ 12th Annual Gala with Emcee Sheriff Grady Judd, dinner, music, dancing, silent auction, cash bar, to benefit the Ramon Theater. (863) 635-7222 50

YOGA: MOVEMENT AND INNER STRENGTH When: Oct. 15, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

KUNDALINI YOGA & GONG When: Oct. 14, 2018 | 2-4 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Join experts Ali Smith and Michael Locke for 2 hours of exploring the practice of Kundalini yoga and sound medicine. This helps to balance the glandular system and strengthen the nervous system to harness the energy of mind and emotion. $45/members and $52/ non-members. Register online. (863) 676-1408 CLASSIC ALBUM LIVE: THE DOORS LA WOMAN When: Oct. 14, 2018 | 7-10 p.m. Where: RP Funding Center 701 Lime Street, Lakeland. https://rpfundingcenter.com L.A. Woman is the sixth studio album by the American rock band the Doors, released on April 19, 1971, on Elektra Records. It is the last to feature the group’s lead singer, Jim Morrison, who died three months after the

http://web.winterhavenchamber.com For the first time in history, five generations are active in the workforce and the marketplace. Effective internal and external communication is now more important than ever.You will explore and acknowledge the different generational stereotypes and finally, you will learn that your intergenerational friends, associates, and even family members may not be as difficult as you think. Perhaps they are just different.In an informative and entertaining way, you will come to the conclusion that “age diversity” is a strength and learn to leverage it throughout the workplace and your life. Register online.

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INTRO TO HOME WINE MAKING FOR BEGINNERS When: Oct. 16, 2018 | 12-1 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Discover the joy of home wine making by learning about the general process from start to finish and understanding wine making equipment, ingredients, terminology, fruits and recipes. Free with general admission or membership. Register online. (863) 676-1408

WORLD RELIGIONS: THE QUEST FOR MEANING AND IDENTITY When: Oct. 15, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Florida Southern College Archive Bldg. 111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

CREATIVE WRITING: WRITING WRONGS When: Oct. 16, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Florida Southern College Archive Bldg. 111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50

GENERATIONAL ENGAGEMENT: FEATURING DILLON KALKHURST When: Oct. 16, 2018 | 8-10 a.m. Where: Center for Public Safety 1251 Keene Blvd., Winter Haven.

enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available. MEDITATION WITH CRYSTAL & TIBETAN SINGING BOWLS When: Oct. 16, 2018 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Experience a sound healing with Reiki Master Kristen Tenpenny through the vibrations of the ancient Tibetan and crystal singing bowls that reduce stress, pain and tension while producing a deep, meditative state. $15/ members and $22/non-members. Register online. (863) 676-1408 FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT When: Oct. 16, 2018 | 5:30-7 p.m. Where: Larry R Jackson Branch Library 1700 N Florida Ave, Lakeland. http://www.lakelandgov.net/events/ Come and watch movies together with family and friends at the Larry R. Jackson Branch Library. No registration required. INTRO TO HERBALISM When: Oct. 17, 2018 | 1-2 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Modern herbalism is a blend of old wisdom and science. Learn 5 plants commonly used, sample good for you herbs and learn their uses. Free with general admission or membership. Register online. (863) 676-1408 - CONTINUED ON PAGE 40 -

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BEGINNING COMPUTERS: THEY DON’T BYTE When: Oct. 17, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

701 Lime Street, Lakeland. http://rpfundingcenter.com When magician extraordinaire Justin visits Sesame Street to put on a magic show for the whole neighborhood, Elmo wants to be a part of the big event. But there’s one problem..Elmo doesn’t know how to do magic! In the end, Elmo learns that you can do anything you set your mind to if you just keep trying! Join your favorite Sesame Street friends on this magical adventure when Sesame Street Live! Make Your Magic comes to your neighborhood.

ADULT COHOUSING: MY HOUSE, YOUR HOUSE, COHOUSE! When: Oct. 17, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS: BE BI-LINGUAL When: Oct. 19, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

WATERING LIKE A PRO IN THE HOME LANDSCAPE When: Oct. 18, 2018 | 12 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Public Library 325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven. Features tips on conserving water while irrigating your home landscape, and using online technology to help. This program will be taught by Julie Schelb of the University of Florida IFAS extension office, and Rick Lusher, FAWN Project manager from the University of Florida, Gainesville. Lunch will be provided. To register, go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lunchand-learn-watering-like-a-pro-in-the-home-landscapetickets-48849895352 or contact Keeli Carlton with the City of Winter Haven for further information at 863-298-5495 or kcarlton@mywinterhaven.com. THE GAME OF BRIDGE: LEARN THE BASICS When: Oct. 18, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available. CULTURAL GEOGRAPHY: IT’S A SMALL WORLD! When: Oct. 18, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Florida Southern College Archive Bldg. 111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available. SESAME STREET LIVE! MAKE YOUR MAGIC When: Oct. 19 & 20, 2018 Where: RP Funding Center, havenmagazines.com

bag lunch and seating for one at the awards dinner ceremony later that evening. The tournament begins at 12:00 pm. For more information on sponsorship opportunities, or to reserve your participation for the event, call 863-904-2656 or visit WatsonClinic.com/ Events.

Where: Downtown Lakeland. Saturday, October 20, 10am-3pm in downtown Lakeland. Now in its 19th year, the show is considered one of the “must attend” collector car shows in the southeastern United States. Bring your family to enjoy a beautiful day filled with cars, food, music and more!

ROOTSTOCK PLANT & GARDEN FESTIVAL When: Oct. 20, 2018 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Shop the area’s largest plant sale featuring live entertainment, activities, food vendors, craft beer & wine garden and more. Free admission, $10/parking.

AEROSPACE DISCOVERY DAY When: Oct. 20, 2018 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: Sun ‘n Fun, 4175 Medulla Rd., Lakeland. https://www.flysnf.org/ Your child will have an opportunity for their “First Flight” in a general aviation aircraft and even log time! Experience the wonders of aerospace through a full day of free hands-on activities that range from a scavenger hunt with prizes that include a DRONE, solar observations in a planetarium and constructing and launching rockets! Pre-registration is strongly encouraged to reserve a space for “First Flight”. FREE ADMISSION! Parking donation $5 benefits ACE Unmanned Squadron Club.

LAKELAND WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S When: Oct. 20, 2018 | 8 a.m. Where: First Presbyterian Church 175 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland. http://alz.org/walk Raise critical awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Registration at 8am, walk begins at 9am.

ULTIMATE IMPROV When: Oct. 19, 2018 | 3-4:30 p.m. Where: Lakeland Public Library 100 Lake Morton Dr., Lakeland. https://lakelandpl.libcal.com Live and unscripted! Sharpen your wit and think on your feet. Invent characters, create scenes, twist the plot, laugh ‘til you scream. All tweens and teens are welcome. Ages 10-17. Main meeting room.

DOWNTOWN FARMERS CURB MARKET When: Oct. 20, 2018 | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Downtown Lakeland 117 N Kentucky Avenue, Lakeland. http://www.downtownfarmerscurbmarket.org Stretching more than three blocks down North Kentucky Ave, the Downtown Farmers Curb Market brings 70-plus vendors to the heart of Downtown Lakeland every Saturday. Our vendors offer fresh produce, a wide variety of plants, locally handcrafted items, and delicious ready-to-eat food. We are open 8am to 2pm, September through May. In June and July, our summer hours are 8am to 1pm. We are closed in August. The Downtown Farmers Curb Market is a project of the Lakeland Downtown Development Authority (LDDA).

JOGGIN’ FOR THE NOGGIN’ & 1-MILE WALKIN’ WHILE TALKIN’ When: Oct. 19, 2018 | 6:30 p.m. Where: Polk State/Lakeland 3425 Winter Lake Road, Lakeland. http://foundation.polk.edu Halloween-themed, will benefit student scholarships and programs on the Lakeland Campus. This familyfriendly event offers a little something for everyone. Participants can run, jog, or walk the 3.1-mile course that includes a gravel road, grass paths, and a trek along the Fort Fraser Trail.The race is chip-timed and awards are presented during a Monster Mash with music, food, and fun. There is also a one-mile walk for those who want to participate for a shorter distance. Costumes are welcome at this event, and zombies are featured along the course for a bit of spooky fun! The race starts at 6:30 p.m., and the Monster Mash and awards ceremony follow afterward.

TAI CHI IN THE GARDENS When: Oct. 20, 2018 | 8:30-9:30 a.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Learn the ancient art of Tai Chi surrounded by the serenity of the Gardens. All ages and physical conditions can use the fluid movement of Tai Chi to help release tension, increase balance and relax. $10/ members and $17/non-member.(863) 676-1408 FALLFEST When: Oct. 20, 2018 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Polk State/Winter Haven 999 Avenue H N.E., Winter Haven. FallFest is a fundraiser with proceeds going to various student organizations and the Polk State College Foundation. The Polk State College Foundation supports the College’s educational mission in many ways, including establishing scholarships and purchasing equipment for students. Fees from craft booths and other sales go to the Polk State College Foundation to benefit our deserving students.For further details about this free, rain-or-shine event, visit www.polk.edu/fallfest or email fallfest@polk.edu.

BUCKINGHAM TERROR HAUNTED HOUSE When: Oct. 19 - 31, 2018 | 7:30 p.m. Where: Camp Fire Center, 2600 Buckingham Ave., Lakeland. https://www.buckinghamterror.org/ Open 7:30 p.m. nightly, not intended for children under 10 or the faint of heart. Adults — $10 Students — $8 Under 13 — $5 25TH ANNUAL BENEFIT GOLF CLASSIC When: Oct. 20, 2018 Where: Huntington Hills Golf & Country Club 2626 Duff Rd, Lakeland. In addition to tournament play, the event features a luxurious dinner, raffle giveaways, and a variety of fun contests and assorted games of skill. Entry for one golfer is $125, which includes range balls, golf cart, a

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OKTOBERFEST When: Oct. 20, 2018 |2-6 p.m. Where: Central Park, 4th St. NW, Winter Haven. http://www.mainstreetwh.com Presented by Main Street Winter Haven. German beer, Florida beer and domestic. Food, music and more. HAUNTED HALLOWEEN HAYRIDE & HAPPENINGS When: Oct. 20, 2018 | 5-10 p.m. Where: Loyce E. Harpe Park, 500 W Carter Rd, Mulberry. Polk County Parks & Recreation’s 21st Annual Haunted Halloween Hayride & Happenings event offers a fun and safe alternative to traditional “trick or treating” for children and families of Polk County. This event offers a variety of attractions including a hayride to a haunted walking trail, carnival games, live entertainment, a trick or treat village, costume contest, pie eating contest, and much more! Advance tickets on sale October 1-19 at the Polk County Parks & Recreation office (4177 Ben Durance Road, Bartow) Tickets- $5 at the door; 2 and under free with a paying adult. Admission is limited to 3,500, (863) 534-6911 FREE SKI SHOW When: Oct. 20, 2018 | 5 p.m. Where: MLK Jr. Park, 199 E Lake Silver Dr. NE, Winter Haven. https://www.cypressgardenswaterskiteam.com/ Watch the Cypress Gardens Water Ski Team perform! Bring chairs, concessions available for purchase. SLOW ROLL & SKI SHOW (HALLOWEEN EDITION!) When: Oct. 20, 2018 | 5:30 p.m. Where: The Bike Shop 249 3rd Street SW, Winter Haven. Wear a costume! THIS EVENT IS FREE! thanks to our sponsors Six/Ten, Bond Clinic, Play it Again Sports, Lilly & Brown llp, Wauchula State Bank, and Lynn Polston Allstate. 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). Make sure your bike is ready to ride, bring plenty of water. The Winter Haven Bike Shop will be open if you need minor repairs tubes, tires, etc are always available for purchase prior to set off. FB@SlowRollSkiShow

FALL INTO THE GARDENS MUSIC ON THE TERRACE WITH HARRIS-BARRONE JAZZ TRIO When: Oct. 21, 2018 | 12-2 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Enjoy live music on the Terrace while enjoying lunch at the Blue Palmetto Cafe. Free with general admission or membership. KIRK CAMERON: LIVING ROOM RESET When: Oct. 21, 2018 | 6 p.m. Where: Highland Park Church 4777 Lakeland Highlands Rd, Lakeland. https://transparentproductions.com/events/kirkcameron-lakeland Kirk Cameron will be bringing the Cameron living room to churches across the country, and want you to join him for a heartfelt conversation about what matters most to us as husbands, wives and parents. Think of it as a “home-run date night” with Kirk and his wife, Chelsea and also our special music guest, Matt Hammitt. A time to get away with your spouse for 3 hours with them to laugh together, pray together, learn together, and worship together, as everyone dives deep into the subjects that matter most to you and Kirk. And best of all, you’ll learn how to see your family with new eyes, and be inspired about giving your family a “Living Room Reset”.

22–28 YOGA: MOVEMENT AND INNER STRENGTH When: Oct. 22, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd,

2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS ORIENTATION When: Oct. 23, 2018 | 5:30-7 p.m. Where: BBBS Office, 1231 Orange St., Lakeland. https://bbbstampabay.org/be-a-big/ Please consider becoming a Big Brother or Big Sister and help change the life of a child facing adversity for the better, forever. It doesn’t take a lot of time (between 4-8 hours a month, depending on the program). The real focus is on being consistent and spending oneto-one quality time with your Little. Being a Big often means just including your Little in things you already like to do — going to a ball game, or a museum, or the beach, or a bike ride. The first step is to attend one of our Big Orientation & Training sessions. Get more details about volunteering https://bbbstampabay.org/ be-a-big/

WORLD RELIGIONS: THE QUEST FOR MEANING AND IDENTITY When: Oct. 22, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Florida Southern College Archive Bldg. 111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

GARDENING & LANDSCAPE CLASS: POLLINATORS & THE FLOWERS THEY LOVE When: Oct. 23, 2018 | 5:30 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Public Library 325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven. http://polkgardening.eventbrite.com Presented by the UF/IFAS Extension Polk County Master Gardeners, hosted at the Winter Haven Public Library. Register online. (863) 519-1041.

CREATIVE WRITING: WRITING WRONGS When: Oct. 23, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Florida Southern College Archive Bldg. 111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

Florida Philharmonia Orchestra Concert When: Oct. 23, 2018 | 7:30-9 p.m. Where: College Heights Methodist Church 942 South Blvd., Lakeland. https://floridaphilharmonia.org/ The Florida Philharmonia Orchestra will kick off its third season with a concert of classical music treasurers, such as The Light Cavalry Overture, Strauss’s Emperor Waltz, Haydn’s Surprise Symphony, and many more,

and closing the evening with a rousing rendition of Sousa’s El Capitan March! The concert will be held in the beautiful sanctuary of the College Heights United Methodist Church. Admission is free, parking is free, and there is plenty of seating. THE FLORIDA PANTHER When: Oct. 24, 2018 | 12-1 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org With approximately 200 panthers in Florida, the population is on the rise. Nonetheless, there are still fewer panthers than Siberian tigers or snow leopards, and they are facing many challenges in the coming years. Come learn about the past, present and future of the panther recovery effort with Wildlife Biologist Jen Korn. Included with general admission or membership. (863) 676-1408 WINTER HAVEN BOUQUET GARDEN CLUB FASHION SHOW When: Oct. 24, 2018 | 12 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Garden Center 715 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven. The Winter Haven Bouquet Garden Club is hosting its 62 Annual Fashion Show theme “ Our Enchanted Garden” Fundraiser with two showings at Noon and 6:00 pm. Fashion trends are provided by Macy’s with local models on the runway. There is a Taste N Tell from local restaurants and a Silent Auction. Come and experience the styles and tastes of a lifetime with proceeds supporting numerous community outreach programs.Ticket Sales are at the Winter Haven Garden Center or call 863-293-7638 - CONTINUED ON PAGE 42 -

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ADULT COHOUSING: MY HOUSE, YOUR HOUSE, COHOUSE! When: Oct. 24, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available. BEGINNING COMPUTERS: THEY DON’T BYTE When: Oct. 24, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available. MOONLIGHT MARKET When: Oct. 24, 2018 | 6 p.m. Where: Grove Roots Brewing Co. 302 3rd St. SW, Winter Haven. The Moonlight Market is every 4th Wednesday from 6-9pm! Vendors from all over Central Florida will be setting up shop just for you! Shop, eat, sip, local!Vendor Applications or for more information regarding the Market, email Events@GroveRoots.com. THE GAME OF BRIDGE: LEARN THE BASICS When: Oct. 25, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. The Senior Scholars Program is a series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863-686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available. CULTURAL GEOGRAPHY: IT’S A SMALL WORLD! When: Oct. 25, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Florida Southern College Archive Bldg. 111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland. The Senior Scholars Program is a series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863-686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available. CRICKETTE CLUB PARADE & CARNIVAL When: Oct. 25, 2018 | 4 p.m. Where: Downtown Bartow. https://www.crickettes.org/ Parade begins at First Avenue, Bartow and ends with carnival at Mosaic Park. GRAPE BEGINNINGS When: Oct. 25, 2018 | 5-6:30 p.m. havenmagazines.com

Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org From grape to bottle, learn the art and science of winemaking including wine making equipment and kits, grape concentrates, locally grown fruit and common winemaking terminology. Tastings of homemade wine and snacks are included. $15 members/$25 nonmember. Part of the Florida Food Series presented by Visit Central Florida. (863) 676-1408

1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org Experience live music on the Terrace with CLASSERN from 5pm to 7pm, Live Trivia from 5pm-7pm with Triviosity, followed by a 7:30pm carillon concert with Geert D’hollander. Enjoy dinner and shopping specials. Included with general admission or membership. (863) 676-1408 LAKELAND MAGIC 5K When: Oct. 27, 2018 | 7:30 a.m. Where: RP Funding Center 701 Lime Street, Lakeland. http://Lakelandmagic.com/5k Lakeland Magic 5k benefiting the Dream Center of Lakeland. Participants will run/walk alongside with Lakeland Magic mascot, Swish. Each 5k runner will receive an official Lakeland Magic 5K medal and inaugural t-shirt. All kids 18 & under will also receive a Magic branded youth basketball. The timed 5K will be facilitated in partnership with FITniche Lakeland. All participants will also receive a ticket to Lakeland Magic home opener on Saturday, November 10 to help celebrate their accomplishment with a fun night of NBA basketball. Visit Lakelandmagic.com/5k to register for the inaugural Lakeland Magic 5k or email info@ lakelandmagic.com for more information.

HEALTHY IN PINK SOCIAL When: Oct. 25, 2018 | 6-8 p.m. Where: Lone Palm Golf Club 800 Lone Palm Drive, Lakeland. http://www.WatsonClinic.com/PINK. The Watson Clinic Foundation is pleased to announce their 2nd Annual Healthy in Pink Social, an upcoming event devoted to breast cancer education and community empowerment.The centerpiece of the event will feature a performance from author, stand-up comedian, mother of five sons and a breast cancer survivor Tracy DeGraff, who will present her acclaimed and inspiring one-woman show “Life Happens Laugh Anyway.” Watson Clinic Women’s Center breast surgeon Dr. Elisabeth Dupont will emcee the festivities, which will also include an exciting door prize and substantial Hors d’oeuvres. RSVP for this special free event by calling 863-904-2656 or visiting www. WatsonClinic.com/PINK.

FALL GARDEN EXTRAVAGANZA When: Oct. 27, 2018 | 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Munn Park, Lakeland. This years’ show will feature new plants and garden art from around the state, as well as many of our regular vendors. Master Gardeners will be there to answer your questions and Bill Koen from our Parks and Rec Dept. will have new Plant Introduction. Giveaways, food, drink and more.

TALBOT HOUSE ANNUAL SEEDS OF HOPE DINNER AND SILENT AUCTION When: Oct. 25, 2018 | 6-11 p.m. Where: RP Funding Center 701 Lime Street, Lakeland. http://talbothouse.org Join us as we kick off our 40th year serving in Lakeland. You won’t want to miss it! 3 ways to register: online: talbothouse.org phone: 863.687.8475 ext. 117, Sherry Temps email: mhawkes@talbothouse.net

DOWNTOWN FARMERS CURB MARKET When: Oct. 27, 2018 | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Downtown Lakeland 117 N Kentucky Avenue, Lakeland. http://www.downtownfarmerscurbmarket.org Stretching more than three blocks down North Kentucky Ave, the Downtown Farmers Curb Market brings 70-plus vendors to the heart of Downtown Lakeland every Saturday. Our vendors offer fresh produce, a wide variety of plants, locally handcrafted items, and delicious ready-to-eat food. We are open 8am to 2pm, September through May. In June and July, our summer hours are 8am to 1pm. We are closed in August. The Downtown Farmers Curb Market is a project of the Lakeland Downtown Development Authority (LDDA).

2018-2019 FL LECTURE SERIES - SAVING FLORIDA: WOMEN’S FIGHT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT IN THE TWENTIETH CENTURY When: Oct. 25, 2018 | 7 p.m. Where: Annie Pfeiffer Chapel at Florida Southern College 715 E Park St., Lakeland. www.flsouthern.edu/centers-institutes/center-forflorida-history.aspx Award-winning writer and historian Leslie Kemp Poole will present Saving Florida: Women’s Fight for the Environment in the Twentieth Century. Second event in the 2018-2019 Florida Lecture Series presented by Florida Southern College.

TAI CHI IN THE GARDENS When: Oct. 27, 2018 | 8:30-9:30 a.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org/ Learn the ancient art of Tai Chi surrounded by the serenity of the Gardens. All ages and physical conditions can use the fluid movement of Tai Chi to help release tension, increase balance and relax. $10/ members and $17/non-member.(863) 676-1408

SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS: BE BI-LINGUAL When: Oct. 26, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

PIONEER DAYS FESTIVAL When: Oct. 27 & 28, 2018 Where: Lake Wailes Park/Gazebo, 499 E Park Avenue, Lake Wales. http://cityoflakewales.com This event is a heritage celebration for the whole family

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with free admission and free parking on both days. Beers with Pioneers specialty and craft brew event will take place on Saturday, October 27 from 4 - 9 p.m. A special admission ticket is required for Beers with Pioneers.The Lake Wales Museum’s Pioneer Days Festival is synonymous with Lake Wales history and culture, and celebrates the heritage of the greater Polk County community. The two-day event features free admission along the shores of Lake Wailes Lake with over 100 heritage, artisan, community and food vendors, along with old-fashioned activities. Entertainment will feature dance performances and live bands, guitarists, and vocalists playing familiar folk, bluegrass, country, 50’s, 60’s & 70’s tunes. The Lake Wales High School Highlander Band will perform at the beginning of the Pioneer of the Year Celebration beginning at 10 AM on Saturday. Other activities offered include historic architecture tours of downtown Lake Wales, Civil War reenactors camp, Talako Indian performers, antique car show and parade at 12 PM on Saturday, October 27, Flywheelers antique tractor and engine exhibits, old-fashioned family games, animal rides, petting zoo, horse and carriage rides, and earlyAmerican trade demonstrations. 22ND ANNUAL LAKELAND HISPANIC FESTIVAL When: Oct. 27, 2018 | 12-8 p.m. Where: Lake Mirror, 121 S Lake Ave, Lakeland. http:// http://www.clubhispanodelakeland.com/ Event Description: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month and raise money for charities and scholarships at the Club Hispano de Lakeland’s event at the Frances Langford Promenade at Lake Mirror. Hispanic food, live music, folkloric dances, arts and crafts are featured. MOSAIC FLOWERPOT WORKSHOP When: Oct. 27, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org Learn how to take an ordinary pot and give it an eye-catching new look. Participants will take home their own unique flowerpot. All supplies included. $30 members/$40 non-members. Register online. (863) 676-1408 SATURDAY AFTERNOON FAMILY MOVIE: FRANKENWEENIE When: Oct. 27, 2018 | 2-4 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Public Library 325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven. http://www.mywinterhaven.com Admission is FREE and food and drink are welcome. BEERS WITH PIONEERS When: Oct. 27, 2018 | 4-9 p.m. Where: Lake Wailes Park/Gazebo, 499 E Park Avenue, Lake Wales. Join us for specialty and craft beer tastings, receive a complimentary tasting glass, tickets for drawing prices and take fun photos in our old-fashioned photo booth. All funds raised at the event directly support the Lake Wales Museum ongoing historic preservation, educational programming, museum exhibits, tours, and community programs. Festival food is available for sale. Tickets are $25/person and $30/day of the event. Tickets now on sale at the museum. (Cash or check only; online tickets coming soon) Proof of age required at the gate. Valid ID required. 21 & up only. Tickets are non-refundable, and event is rain or shine. (863) 676-1759

FARM TO TABLE DINNER WITH CHEF AMY FREEZE “BEST OF BACON” When: Oct. 27, 2018 | 6-8 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org Kick off the Farm to Table season with a dinner dedicated to five courses of BACON inspired glory. Enjoy appetizers, salads, pastas, and even dessert highlighting the versatility of bacon. Craft beer and wine included. $50 members/$60 non-members. Part of the Florida Food Series presented by Visit Central Florida. Register online. (863) 676-1408

FSC/DANCE: FALL INTO DANCE 2018 When: Oct. 27 & 28, 2018 Where: Branscomb Auditorium 1085 Johnson Ave., Lakeland. Erin LaSala, artistic director., Saturday, October 27, 2018, 7:30 p.m.Sunday, October 28, 2018, 2:30 p.m.Adults: $18; Students: $9. Call 863-680-4296 for tickets. FSC Dance will showcase an eclectic array of choreography from Florida Southern College dance faculty and guest artists. Featuring new, innovative, and diverse dances, ranging from ballet to contemporary modern dance, performed by the extraordinarily talented FSC Dance Program students;

DEATH IN THEM THAR HILLS When: Oct. 27, 2018 | 6 p.m. Where: Ramon Theater, 15 E Wall Street, Frostproof. http://www.ramontheater.com/ Dinner & a show! (863) 635-7222 40

FRIGHT NIGHT AT THE FEDERAL When: Oct. 27, 2018 | 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Where: Federal Bar Lakeland 124 S Tennessee Ave, Lakeland. http://www.lvim.net Livie Band, Pumpkin Decorating Contests, Costume Contests and more! All proceeds will benefit Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine.

2ND ANNUAL SPOOKTACULAR HALLOWEEN PARTY & BALL When: Oct. 27, 2018 | 6-11 p.m. Where: Grove Roots Brewing Co. 302 3rd St. SW, Winter Haven. http://groveroots.com/ The biggest, most wicked Halloween party, complete with spooky graveyards and a Halloween Ball! Escape from reality & join us for a terrifyingly fun night of costumes & beer! The night will be full of ghosts, goblins, ghouls, and witches haunting the brewery!The Packing House will be turning into a Spooktacular Ballroom from 7-11pm complete with an epic band playing only the coolest funk, jazz, and soul tunes! Break out your costumes & dancing shoes!

FALL INTO THE GARDENS MUSIC ON THE TERRACE WITH GEORGE GROSMAN & SWING BOUTIQUE When: Oct. 28, 2018 | 12-2 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org Enjoy live music on the Terrace while enjoying lunch at the Blue Palmetto Caf√©. Included with general admission or membership. (863) 676-1408 FOREST MAGIC WALK When: Oct. 28, 2018 | 2 p.m. Where: Mackay Gardens and Lakeside Preserve 945 Mackay Blvd, Lake Alfred. With Steve Franklin. Don’t miss this opportunity to consciously immerse yourself in the redemptive air, sounds, and sights that forests so generously provide as Steve guides you through stress-reducing mental exercises and recites calming poetry during this tranquil stroll along the trails. Registration is required. 863-291-5272.

GHOUL’S DAY OUT When: Oct. 28, 2018 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: MLK Jr. Park, 199 E Lake Silver Dr. NE, Winter Haven. http://www.mywinterhaven.com The City of Winter Haven is excited to bring you our 2018 Ghouls’ Day Out. It will take place at Martin Luther King Jr. Park, along the southern shores of Lake Silver on Saturday, October 28 from 10 am to 1 pm. This FREE event will include a kid’s game area, music, a Halloween costume contest, food vendors and a trick or treat village. It will be a scary ghoul time.

GUITAR SOLO When: Oct. 28, 2018 | 2 p.m. Where: Gram Parsons Derry Down 297 5th St. NW, Winter Haven. http://www.gpderrydown.com Join us for an intimate concert experience featuring 8 outstanding instrumental guitarists from Central Florida. The concert highlights a variety of solo guitar music including classical guitar, contemporary acoustic guitar, and solo jazz guitar. Each of the musicians featured are valuable members of the Central Florida Guitar Community working both as performers as well as music educators.

29–31 YOGA: MOVEMENT AND INNER STRENGTH When: Oct. 29, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available. WORLD RELIGIONS: THE QUEST FOR MEANING AND IDENTITY When: Oct. 29, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Florida Southern College Archive Bldg. 111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available. THE POWER OF POETRY: AN EVENING WITH ODILIA GALVAN RODRIGUEZ When: Oct. 29, 2018 | 7 p.m. Where: Buena Vida West Auditorium Southeastern University - CONTINUED ON PAGE 44 -

1000 Longfellow Blvd, Lakeland. https://cam.seu.edu/event/the-power-of-poetry-anevening-with-odilia-galvan-rodriguez/ In an evening display of poetic poise, the worldrenowned poet, author, and educator, Odilia Galvan Rodriguez, speaks on the relationship between creative writing and advocacy while also reading from her own works in both English and Spanish. CREATIVE WRITING: WRITING WRONGS When: Oct. 30, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Florida Southern College Archive Bldg. 111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available. GREAT EXPECTATIONS When: Oct. 30, 2018 | 7:30 p.m. Where: Branscomb Auditorium, 1085 Johnson Ave., Lakeland. FSC Chamber Singers, Beth Gibbs, Conductor. Adults: $8; Students: $4, Call 863-680-4296 for tickets.Without a doubt, there is much in life that we are expected to do — and many ways in which we are supposed to act. But what would happen if we were to defy those expectations and travel a new path? In an extraordinary evening performance, Beth Gibbs and her remarkable Chamber Singers perform an exciting array of choral music in exploration of the remarkable possibilities inherent in stepping outside those great expectations. HEALTH BENEFITS OF HERBS AND SPICES When: Oct. 31, 2018 | 12-1 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. https://boktowergardens.org Learn how adding herbs and spices to your foods can help improve your health! Discover specific herb and spice benefits, and learn tips on how you can add them to everyday meals. Included with general admission and free to members. Register online. (863) 676-1408 BEGINNING COMPUTERS: THEY DON’T BYTE When: Oct. 31, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held

October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

Several representatives from area technical and trade schools will also be available to discuss education and career opportunities- Career Source Polk will be in attendance to assist with program information and resources. Free Attendance Job Seeker Registration is Optional. Free Parking Pre Register online at:https:// centralfloridamediagroup.com/job-fair/

ADULT COHOUSING: MY HOUSE, YOUR HOUSE, COHOUSE! When: Oct. 31, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

THE GAME OF BRIDGE: LEARN THE BASICS When: Nov. 01, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Family Fundamentals 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 2nd Floor, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

TRUNK OR TREAT FALL FESTIVAL When: Oct. 31, 2018 | 6-8 p.m. Where: Trinity Christian Center 4416 E County Rd. 540A, Lakeland. https://www.facebook.com/trinityagoutreach/ Event Kids will have a blast coming to this Trunk or Treat event! There will be free food, games, bouncy houses, a photographer to make the night a memorable night, face painting, and lots of candy..and we mean LOTS of candy!!! There is no cost to you!! Come on out and have a blast with us!!

CULTURAL GEOGRAPHY: IT’S A SMALL WORLD! When: Nov. 01, 2018 | 1-3 p.m. Where: Florida Southern College Archive Bldg. 111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland. A series of classes designed for older adults to be held October 1 through November 9, 2018. Interested seniors are encouraged to enroll now by calling: 863686-1221, ext. 256 or emailing: RathSrConnextions@ gmail.com for more information. There is a $50 enrollment fee for this program. Limited scholarships are available.

HALLOWEEN FLASHLIGHT EGG HUNT! When: Oct. 31, 2018 | 6-8 p.m. Where: Simpson Park 1725 Martin L King Jr Ave, Lakeland. This free community event includes crafts, games and flashlight egg hunt for treat-filled eggs.Bring your own flashlight! Separate hunts for ages 3-5 and 6-10. (863) 834-2577

DOWNTOWN FARMERS CURB MARKET When: Nov. 03, 2018 | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Downtown Lakeland, 117 N Kentucky Avenue, Lakeland. http://www.downtownfarmerscurbmarket.org Stretching more than three blocks down North Kentucky Ave, the Downtown Farmers Curb Market brings 70-plus vendors to the heart of Downtown Lakeland every Saturday. Our vendors offer fresh produce, a wide variety of plants, locally handcrafted items, and delicious ready-to-eat food. We are open 8am to 2pm, September through May. In June and July, our summer hours are 8am to 1pm. We are closed in August. The Downtown Farmers Curb Market is a project of the Lakeland Downtown Development Authority (LDDA).

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CENTRAL FLORIDA JOB FAIR When: Nov. 01, 2018 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Library 325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven. http://www.centralfloridamediagroup.com Meet with some the area’s top employers looking to fill positions at the Central Florida Job Fair. If you are a dedicated individual seeking a fulfilling career we urge you to attend this event. Career opportunities:Agribusiness Tourism, Logistics, Supply Chain & Distribution, Medical Services, Light Manufacturing, Education, Customer Service.

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VISIT GARDEN AT POLY TECH When: Nov. 02, 2018 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Florida Polytechnic University 4700 Research Way, Lakeland. Visit the student’s research gardens inside & outside, bring umbrellas and hat. Tour Polytech ITS building, plant to walk 2.5+ miles. Lunch of quinoa, sweet potato, salad is $12+tax. RSVP by Oct. 30 to 54321health@gmail.com

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560 PARK LN.......................................... BARTOW.........8/24/2018.......... $145,000

464 PONTEVEDRA RD.....................DAVENPORT.........8/28/2018...........$251,000

1845 N MILL AVE.................................... BARTOW.........8/24/2018........... $213,286

205 BELLA VERANO WAY.................DAVENPORT.........8/24/2018.......... $254,700

1765 JACKSON OAKS DR........................ BARTOW.........8/24/2018.......... $219,000

405 BRIAR PATCH LOOP..................DAVENPORT.........8/30/2018.......... $257,000

1920 GRIFFIN WAY................................. BARTOW.........8/28/2018......... $345,000

677 OGELTHORPE DR.......................DAVENPORT.........8/28/2018..........$266,300

DAVENPORT

476 PONTEVEDRA RD......................DAVENPORT.........8/28/2018......... $269,000

248 HAMLET RD...............................DAVENPORT.........8/24/2018......... $268,000

320 SAN CARLO RD..........................DAVENPORT.........8/28/2018...........$107,800

237 ALFORD DR................................DAVENPORT..........8/27/2018...........$271,600

133 GLASGOW CT.............................DAVENPORT.........8/30/2018........... $115,900

244 BRUNSWICK DR........................DAVENPORT.........8/30/2018.......... $274,300

106 TERRACE RIDGE CIR..................DAVENPORT........... 9/4/2018........... $127,000

377 BRUNSWICK DR.........................DAVENPORT......... 8/29/2018......... $280,000

338 AUSTRALIAN WAY.....................DAVENPORT.........8/24/2018........... $127,000

225 TANGLEWOOD DR.....................DAVENPORT......... 8/29/2018......... $283,000

3919 CALABRIA AVE.........................DAVENPORT.........8/28/2018........... $127,500

617 OGELTHORPE DR.......................DAVENPORT.........8/24/2018......... $288,300

713 ORANGEVALE CT.......................DAVENPORT......... 8/29/2018.......... $142,500

313 ABERDEEN DR............................DAVENPORT.........8/24/2018..........$295,000

2826 FAN PALM DR...........................DAVENPORT.........8/24/2018..........$146,000

4646 TERRASONESTA DR................DAVENPORT..........8/27/2018.......... $310,000

907 WASHINGTON PALM LOOP.......DAVENPORT.........8/24/2018.......... $156,000

136 BELLA VERANO WAY..................DAVENPORT.........8/30/2018.......... $318,600

263 MADISON CIR............................DAVENPORT........... 9/4/2018.......... $158,000

756 ASTURIAS RD.............................DAVENPORT.........8/30/2018......... $320,000

148 ROSELING XING.........................DAVENPORT..........8/27/2018..........$160,000

417 ORANGE COSMOS BLVD............DAVENPORT......... 8/29/2018..........$335,000

14 ROSEWOOD DR...........................DAVENPORT......... 8/29/2018.......... $173,000

572 CANTABRIA DR..........................DAVENPORT..........8/31/2018........... $341,100

115 TIFFANY LOOP............................DAVENPORT..........8/31/2018.......... $175,000

479 PALENCIA PL..............................DAVENPORT..........8/27/2018......... $345,000

3068 BELLA VISTA DR......................DAVENPORT.........8/28/2018.......... $176,000

1796 BENOIT TER..............................DAVENPORT.........8/24/2018.......... $351,400

292 BEXLEY DR.................................DAVENPORT..........8/31/2018........... $177,900

921 SUFFOLK PL................................DAVENPORT.........8/24/2018..........$359,600

1280 CONCH KEY LN........................DAVENPORT.........8/28/2018..........$184,000

5433 MISTY OAK CIR........................DAVENPORT.........8/28/2018......... $370,000

1551 CHELSEA DR..............................DAVENPORT.........8/24/2018.......... $184,900

212 PRESTON AVE.............................DAVENPORT..........8/27/2018.......... $381,500

720 PINE CONE DR...........................DAVENPORT.........8/24/2018..........$190,000

1495 LEXINGTON AVE.......................DAVENPORT.........8/28/2018......... $390,000

509 KNIGHTSBRIDGE CIR................DAVENPORT.........8/24/2018.......... $192,000

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384 TOLDEDO RD............................DAVENPORT..........8/31/2018...........$429,100

407 MONTICELLI DR....................... HAINES CITY......... 8/29/2018......... $364,000

5227 WILDWOOD WAY.....................DAVENPORT......... 8/29/2018......... $445,300

411 MONTICELLI DR......................... HAINES CITY......... 8/29/2018......... $364,000

FORT MEADE

415 MONTICELLI DR........................ HAINES CITY......... 8/29/2018......... $364,000 419 MONTICELLI DR........................ HAINES CITY......... 8/29/2018......... $364,000

2683 BROOKE RD............................FORT MEADE.........8/30/2018......... $385,000

452 MONTICELLI DR........................ HAINES CITY......... 8/29/2018......... $364,000

FROSTPROOF

512 MONTICELLI DR......................... HAINES CITY......... 8/29/2018......... $364,000

654 VILLAGE BLVD.........................FROSTPROOF.........8/30/2018.......... $102,000

2091 NIGHTHAWK DR..................... HAINES CITY..........8/31/2018......... $396,000

5050 HWY 630...............................FROSTPROOF.........8/30/2018.......... $170,000

2101 NIGHTHAWK DR...................... HAINES CITY..........8/31/2018......... $396,000

HAINES CITY

2111 NIGHTHAWK DR....................... HAINES CITY..........8/31/2018......... $396,000

77 STRAPHMORE DR....................... HAINES CITY.........8/24/2018.......... $122,000

3081 SANDERLING ST...................... HAINES CITY..........8/31/2018......... $396,000

2330 LAKEVIEW.............................. HAINES CITY.........8/28/2018........... $131,000

3091 SANDERLING ST...................... HAINES CITY..........8/31/2018......... $396,000

18 TANGERINE DR............................ HAINES CITY.........8/24/2018.......... $134,900

2030 NIGHTHAWK DR.................... HAINES CITY..........8/31/2018......... $396,000

4060 TANNER RD............................ HAINES CITY..........8/27/2018.......... $150,000

2040 NIGHTHAWK DR.................... HAINES CITY..........8/31/2018......... $396,000

418 ASHLEY PL................................ HAINES CITY.........8/24/2018.......... $152,000

1501 WOODLARK DR....................... HAINES CITY..........8/31/2018......... $396,000

114 CANTERBURY DR....................... HAINES CITY.........8/24/2018..........$160,000

1491 WOODLARK DR....................... HAINES CITY..........8/31/2018......... $396,000

236 RONALDALE AVE...................... HAINES CITY..........8/31/2018.......... $169,000

1481 WOODLARK DR....................... HAINES CITY..........8/31/2018......... $396,000

161 MINNIEHAHA CIR....................... HAINES CITY.........8/24/2018.......... $196,000

1471 WOODLARK DR....................... HAINES CITY..........8/31/2018......... $396,000

389 MEADOW POINTE DR.............. HAINES CITY.........8/24/2018.......... $199,000

1799 HINSON AVE............................ HAINES CITY..........8/27/2018.........$600,000

397 MEADOW POINTE DR............... HAINES CITY.........8/28/2018.......... $201,000 416 MEADOW POINTE DR............... HAINES CITY.........8/24/2018.......... $201,000

LAKE WALES

460 EAGLECREST DR...................... HAINES CITY.........8/24/2018......... $206,000

25 BLUE QUILL CIR...........................LAKE WALES.........8/28/2018.......... $138,000

552 MONTICELLI DR........................ HAINES CITY......... 8/29/2018......... $208,000

6700 JACARANDA CIR......................LAKE WALES......... 8/29/2018..........$140,000

548 MONTICELLI DR....................... HAINES CITY......... 8/29/2018......... $208,000

427 LAKE SUZANNE DR....................LAKE WALES..........8/31/2018.......... $150,000

544 MONTICELLI DR....................... HAINES CITY......... 8/29/2018......... $208,000

1026 SCENIC HWY............................LAKE WALES.........8/28/2018..........$160,000

540 MONTICELLI DR....................... HAINES CITY......... 8/29/2018......... $208,000

278 BROOKSHIRE DR.......................LAKE WALES..........8/27/2018.......... $165,000

205 RONALDALE AVE...................... HAINES CITY.........8/24/2018.......... $210,000

1155 CEPHIA ST.................................LAKE WALES.........8/24/2018.......... $169,000

235 TOWER VIEW DR....................... HAINES CITY..........8/31/2018.......... $210,000

2507 SUNSET CIR.............................LAKE WALES.........8/24/2018..........$188,400

8321 LAKE MARION RD.................... HAINES CITY.........8/28/2018.......... $210,000

1058 LANCELOT DR..........................LAKE WALES......... 8/29/2018..........$190,000

636 MEADOW POINTE DR............... HAINES CITY.........8/30/2018........... $211,800

6460 SCENIC HWY...........................LAKE WALES.........8/24/2018......... $220,000

2996 KOKOMO LOOP..................... HAINES CITY.........8/24/2018.......... $215,000

4134 DINNER LAKE WAY...................LAKE WALES.........8/28/2018..........$235,000

431 EAGLECREST DR........................ HAINES CITY.........8/24/2018........... $217,000

242 LAKE SHORE DR........................LAKE WALES.........8/24/2018......... $248,000

2600 SANDERLING ST..................... HAINES CITY..........8/27/2018.......... $218,400

LAKELAND

2121 NIGHTHAWK DR....................... HAINES CITY..........8/31/2018......... $396,000

451 EAGLECREST DR........................ HAINES CITY......... 8/29/2018.......... $219,000

1100 LOWRY AVE UNIT 49.................. LAKELAND.........8/24/2018..........$100,000

393 MEADOW POINTE DR............... HAINES CITY.........8/28/2018.......... $219,000

523 LONGFELLOW DR........................ LAKELAND..........8/27/2018...........$101,000

124 ARROWHEAD LN....................... HAINES CITY..........8/31/2018...........$219,900

1229 DOROTHY ST.............................. LAKELAND..........8/27/2018...........$101,000

205 REMINGTON PL........................ HAINES CITY.........8/28/2018......... $220,000

1526 DOLPHIN DR............................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018........... $101,200

226 SANDESTIN DR......................... HAINES CITY.........8/30/2018...........$231,500

4926 ROLLING MEADOW DR............. LAKELAND......... 8/29/2018..........$106,000

2940 SANDERLING ST..................... HAINES CITY.........8/30/2018..........$242,200

3638 W WHEELER RD......................... LAKELAND..........8/27/2018............$107,100

1909 VERANO DR............................ HAINES CITY.........8/28/2018......... $245,000

1417 ELGIN ST...................................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018...........$110,000

217 CITRUS POINTE DR.................... HAINES CITY.........8/28/2018.......... $261,600

625 S SADDLE CREEK FARM RD.......... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018...........$110,000

2953 CHICKASAW CIR..................... HAINES CITY..........8/31/2018..........$325,000 403 MONTICELLI DR....................... HAINES CITY......... 8/29/2018......... $364,000

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720 PARK ST....................................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018...........$110,000

724 MIKASUKI DR............................... LAKELAND..........8/27/2018..........$190,000

6464 SANDPIPERS DR APT 13............. LAKELAND..........8/27/2018...........$118,000

6345 HAMPTON POINTE CIR............. LAKELAND......... 8/29/2018.......... $193,000

826 SHARRON CIR............................. LAKELAND..........8/31/2018.......... $120,000

6216 SCOTT LAKE RD......................... LAKELAND.........8/30/2018.......... $194,900

1049 N CARACARA CIR...................... LAKELAND.........8/28/2018...........$122,500

6818 GLENBROOK DR........................ LAKELAND.........8/24/2018......... $200,000

2759 GALE ROSE DR........................... LAKELAND........... 9/4/2018...........$125,300

129 CROSSING DR.............................. LAKELAND.........8/30/2018......... $200,900

4010 ROLLING OAK DR...................... LAKELAND......... 8/29/2018........... $127,500

2317 HARRIS ST................................... LAKELAND..........8/31/2018...........$201,200

2433 MARION DR............................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018.......... $133,000

6879 HEATHERBROOK DR................. LAKELAND......... 8/29/2018......... $202,000

1346 BRAMBLEWOOD DR.................. LAKELAND..........8/27/2018.......... $134,500

6423 COMO PL................................... LAKELAND.........8/30/2018..........$202,900

2306 LINCOLN AVE............................ LAKELAND.........8/24/2018.......... $134,900

1945 SUZANNE LN.............................. LAKELAND..........8/31/2018......... $203,000

1539 E LAKE PARKER DR..................... LAKELAND..........8/31/2018.......... $135,000

2133 BLUE HIGHLANDS DR................. LAKELAND.........8/24/2018......... $206,000

1850 E FERN RD.................................. LAKELAND..........8/31/2018.......... $135,000

7378 HUNTINGTON SUMMIT BLVD.... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018......... $206,500

854 SUSAN DR................................... LAKELAND..........8/27/2018.......... $135,400

1810 STAUNTON AVE.......................... LAKELAND..........8/27/2018..........$207,000

1424 PHYLLIS ST................................. LAKELAND..........8/31/2018.......... $138,000

3672 BARRED OWL RD....................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018......... $208,000

114 EASTWAY DR................................. LAKELAND.........8/24/2018..........$140,000

639 HOWARD AVE.............................. LAKELAND.........8/24/2018.......... $210,000

1735 STAUNTON AVE.......................... LAKELAND.........8/28/2018.......... $140,700

1936 DANES CT................................... LAKELAND.........8/28/2018........... $211,900

2703 COLLINS AVE............................. LAKELAND.........8/24/2018.......... $145,000

3828 SANDHILL CRANE DR................ LAKELAND.........8/24/2018...........$212,900

4073 SHADETREE LN.......................... LAKELAND.........8/28/2018.......... $145,000

2761 CANYON CREST DR.................... LAKELAND.........8/28/2018.......... $213,000

332 SANTIAGO CT.............................. LAKELAND.........8/24/2018.......... $148,700

1913 DANES CT.................................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018........... $213,700

514 HUNTER ST................................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018.......... $149,900

535 W SHADY LN................................ LAKELAND..........8/31/2018.......... $215,000

621 GRIFFIN RD................................... LAKELAND......... 8/29/2018.......... $150,000

2704 CANYON CREST DR................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018.......... $222,200

7056 HEATHERBROOK DR................. LAKELAND.........8/28/2018...........$153,300

4763 LATHLOA LOOP......................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018..........$228,000

6120 ANDREA DR................................ LAKELAND.........8/28/2018........... $159,100

3119 CARLETON CIR............................ LAKELAND.........8/30/2018..........$229,900

2325 RANCHLAND ACRES RD............ LAKELAND.........8/28/2018..........$160,400

3510 KENWOOD XING........................ LAKELAND.........8/24/2018..........$229,900

1143 WATERVIEW PT........................... LAKELAND.........8/28/2018.......... $165,000

2477 LADOGA DR............................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018......... $230,000

7905 APPLE BLOSSOM DR................. LAKELAND..........8/31/2018.......... $165,000

6297 SILVER LEAF LN.......................... LAKELAND......... 8/29/2018..........$232,000

760 ZELLA LN..................................... LAKELAND..........8/27/2018.......... $165,000

838 BUGLE WAY................................. LAKELAND..........8/27/2018..........$232,800

6345 TORRINGTON CIR..................... LAKELAND.........8/30/2018.......... $166,500

6411 COMO PL.................................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018.......... $232,900

413 HOWARD AVE APT A.................... LAKELAND......... 8/29/2018.......... $170,000

2111 VELVET WAY................................. LAKELAND..........8/27/2018..........$233,500

2730 STONEWOOD DR...................... LAKELAND..........8/27/2018.......... $170,000

2685 CANYON CREST DR................... LAKELAND..........8/27/2018..........$235,600

8014 PRINCETON MANOR CIR........... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018........... $170,100

1954 DANES CT................................... LAKELAND..........8/31/2018......... $240,400

8025 APPLE BLOSSOM DR................. LAKELAND.........8/28/2018........... $171,000

1933 ALTAVISTA CIR............................ LAKELAND.........8/30/2018......... $250,000

4926 SHARON AVE............................. LAKELAND.........8/24/2018........... $171,000

6109 HIGH GLEN DR........................... LAKELAND..........8/31/2018......... $250,000

6330 TORRINGTON CIR..................... LAKELAND.........8/30/2018............$172,100

2311 WALKER RD................................. LAKELAND.........8/24/2018..........$254,900

6338 TORRINGTON CIR..................... LAKELAND.........8/30/2018...........$174,900

201 BELMAR ST................................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018......... $260,000

7738 CHASE RD.................................. LAKELAND.........8/28/2018.......... $176,000

3672 COVINGTON LN......................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018.......... $272,300

6341 TORRINGTON CIR...................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018...........$176,500

6339 HICKORY LEAF PL...................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018..........$278,000

374 ENCLAVE DR................................ LAKELAND.........8/24/2018........... $181,500

6014 MOUNTAIN LAKE DR................. LAKELAND.........8/24/2018......... $280,000

4618 GREAT BLUE HERON DR............ LAKELAND.........8/28/2018..........$184,000

2604 HIGHLANDS CREEK WAY.......... LAKELAND..........8/27/2018..........$282,600

1324 EDGEWATER BEACH DR............. LAKELAND......... 8/29/2018.......... $185,000

2317 BELLA LUNA CIR......................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018......... $284,400

3751 PAULA CT.................................... LAKELAND.........8/28/2018.......... $185,000

3955 W CAMPBELL RD....................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018......... $285,000

2310 MAGNOLIA AVE.......................... LAKELAND.........8/28/2018.......... $189,000

4802 TIERRA ALTA CT........................ LAKELAND..........8/31/2018......... $289,000

4145 MAYFAIR WAY............................ LAKELAND.........8/24/2018..........$190,000

2815 SHELDON ST............................... LAKELAND......... 8/29/2018..........$305,700

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2804 NEVADA RD............................... LAKELAND..........8/27/2018.......... $315,000

4923 ST JAMES ST........................WINTER HAVEN......... 8/29/2018.......... $189,500

5163 LAKE DEESON WOODS CT......... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018...........$317,000

518 SQUIRES GROVE DR.............WINTER HAVEN..........8/27/2018........... $191,000

5208 SCOTLAND PL........................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018......... $343,000

5860 WINDRIDGE DR..................WINTER HAVEN.........8/24/2018..........$194,000

624 CHATHAM DR.............................. LAKELAND......... 8/29/2018......... $365,000

251 OLEANDER ST........................WINTER HAVEN......... 8/29/2018.......... $194,900

2676 HUNTINGTON HILLS DR............ LAKELAND.........8/24/2018......... $383,000

114 BELMONT DR.........................WINTER HAVEN..........8/27/2018.......... $195,000

320 KENWITH RD............................... LAKELAND..........8/27/2018......... $390,000

3828 OSPREY POINTE CIR...........WINTER HAVEN.........8/24/2018......... $200,000

1740 CLARENDON PL.......................... LAKELAND.........8/28/2018.......... $419,000

4108 SOPHIA BLVD......................WINTER HAVEN.........8/24/2018.......... $201,000

5215 SLIGH RD.................................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018.......... $419,000

5752 LAKESIDE LANDINGS BLVD.WINTER HAVEN.........8/24/2018......... $203,000

4510 FLINTLOCK LOOP...................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018..........$475,000

152 SOLIS DR................................WINTER HAVEN.........8/28/2018..........$203,500

4208 PRIMA LAGO DR........................ LAKELAND.........8/28/2018.......... $491,400

4862 ST JAMES CT.......................WINTER HAVEN..........8/27/2018......... $205,000

6445 HIGHLANDS IN THE WOODS ST.LAKELAND..........8/31/2018......... $499,000

548 LUCERNE BLVD.....................WINTER HAVEN..........8/27/2018......... $205,000

2830 PARKWAY ST............................. LAKELAND..........8/31/2018..........$525,000

5603 SE LAKE FOX CIR................WINTER HAVEN.........8/24/2018......... $206,000

6572 EAGLE VIEW LOOP..................... LAKELAND.........8/24/2018.......... $557,000

804 REFLECTIONS LOOP............WINTER HAVEN.........8/24/2018.......... $215,000

722 S INGRAHAM AVE........................ LAKELAND..........8/31/2018..........$575,000

3899 BEDFORD AVE....................WINTER HAVEN..........8/31/2018.......... $216,500

827 INGRAHAM AVE........................... LAKELAND..........8/31/2018..........$575,000

904 LAKE MARTHA DR...............WINTER HAVEN......... 8/29/2018......... $220,000

3905 AQUILLA DR.............................. LAKELAND.........8/24/2018.......... $614,300

252 LAKE LUCERNE WAY.............WINTER HAVEN..........8/31/2018......... $220,400

WINTER HAVEN

615 7TH ST...................................WINTER HAVEN.........8/28/2018..........$220,500 1425 EAGLE CREST BLVD.............WINTER HAVEN..........8/31/2018.......... $223,900

214 CRYSTAL CT..........................WINTER HAVEN..........8/31/2018..........$100,000

412 BAYOU RD.............................WINTER HAVEN.........8/30/2018......... $224,000

6669 BRIARHILL DR....................WINTER HAVEN......... 8/29/2018...........$110,000

1568 LEMON AVE.........................WINTER HAVEN..........8/31/2018..........$225,400

2570 HELMS RD...........................WINTER HAVEN........... 9/4/2018........... $115,000

221 KENSINGTON VIEW BLVD......WINTER HAVEN.........8/30/2018..........$225,800

201 DURRELL RD.........................WINTER HAVEN.........8/28/2018.......... $130,000

4880 OSPREY WAY.....................WINTER HAVEN..........8/27/2018..........$226,000

943 26TH ST................................WINTER HAVEN..........8/27/2018.......... $136,000

1447 EAGLE CREST BLVD.............WINTER HAVEN..........8/31/2018...........$227,700

810 SE AVENUE M........................WINTER HAVEN.........8/28/2018.......... $138,000

137 WATERSIDE CIR.....................WINTER HAVEN..........8/31/2018..........$232,800

1824 16TH ST................................WINTER HAVEN.........8/28/2018..........$140,000

372 VAIL DR.................................WINTER HAVEN......... 8/29/2018..........$235,000

2747 RUTLEDGE CT.....................WINTER HAVEN......... 8/29/2018.......... $142,000

554 SQUIRES GROVE DR.............WINTER HAVEN..........8/31/2018......... $236,000

1673 MARSHALL RD.....................WINTER HAVEN.........8/24/2018.......... $143,900

2018 KAPREE CT..........................WINTER HAVEN.........8/28/2018......... $240,000

4534 PALMETTO DR....................WINTER HAVEN..........8/31/2018..........$144,000

4561 BACK NINE DR.....................WINTER HAVEN..........8/27/2018.......... $240,100

1024 NW 31ST ST..........................WINTER HAVEN.........8/28/2018.......... $145,000

430 TERRANOVA ST....................WINTER HAVEN..........8/31/2018..........$242,500

2952 WHISPERING TRAILS DR.....WINTER HAVEN..........8/31/2018...........$147,800

292 LAKE LUCERNE WAY.............WINTER HAVEN..........8/31/2018......... $244,300

18 ENCLAVE DR............................WINTER HAVEN.........8/24/2018.......... $150,000

737 BUCCANEER BLVD................WINTER HAVEN......... 8/29/2018..........$245,300

463 LAS CRUCES.........................WINTER HAVEN.........8/24/2018.......... $156,000

268 TERRANOVA BLVD...............WINTER HAVEN.........8/24/2018.......... $247,000

1829 WALLACE MANOR LN..........WINTER HAVEN......... 8/29/2018..........$160,000

2510 AVENUE G...........................WINTER HAVEN..........8/27/2018......... $250,000

2090 19TH ST..............................WINTER HAVEN.........8/24/2018.......... $163,900

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Ghost Hunting in Downtown Orlando It’s hard to imagine Orlando in the days of hoop skirts and top hats, ladies of the night and wild west justice. Now, though the skyline is staggered with impressive architecture both new and old, lights, music, restaurants, the heartbeat of a city, and I-4 buzzing steadily nearby throughout the day and night, there are still haunts from times past that call downtown Orlando their home. If you’ve ever found yourself peeking through your fingers while you binge on ghost hunter reality shows and wanted to know what it would be like in the action, well, you can. American Ghost Adventures is an Orlandobased ghost tour company that hosts a two-hour walking tour delving into the history of the area, ghost stories, and paranormal investigations inside some of the haunted buildings. This “not just a walk in the dark” ghost tour has been voted one of the top ten in the world by TripAdvisor and guests, and is listed in USA Today’s 10 Best Tours for Orlando Visitors. We started our spooky evening at 8 pm on a warm September night at the Hairy Buffalo downtown. There we met our Ghost Ambassadors, Ting, founder of AGA and full-time Firefighter/ EMT by day, and Karleena who moved to Orlando from Seattle and has been in the ghost biz for a year now. First, they explained what we’d be doing and that the tour is not meant to convince you that spirits exist. They present the evidence and it’s up to you whether or not you come away a believer. It was also important for us to learn about the three different types of haunts we could potentially encounter on the tour. One, a residual haunt – a ghost you cannot communicate with, one that seems to be caught in a time loop, like a broken record Ting said. Two, the intelligent haunt – this ghost can interact with you. They can move objects and even touch you. According to Karleena, they’re aware that you are there and sometimes try to communicate. And three, an object haunt – a ghost that is attached to an object. This could be a piece of furniture or jewelry, a doll, a family heirloom. Next, we needed the proper investigatory equipment. Each of the members of our group was given a K-II Meter, which Ting explained is an electromagnetic finder, measured in MilliGauss (mG). It has a range of lights from green to red. The green light is always on, letting you know the equipment is working. The bigger spectrum and the brighter the colors lighting up on the meter, the stronger the energy. This means electricity from light fixtures and other electronic devices can make it light up. If you are able to replicate it, it’s just electricity. If it cannot

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be replicated, the energy passing by you may have been a haunt. We all put our cell phones on airplane mode to avoid any interference from them as well. “Spirits are made of energy,” said Ting. “We know that energy can’t be destroyed, it just becomes another form. For people that can’t see ghosts, this helps them out a little bit.” We went into our first building – the Bumby Arcade which has been a part of the city since 1886. As our ambassadors told the history of the building and the Bumby family, we walked the arcade looking for spikes on our K-II meters. We did get some activity from light fixtures and such but discounted it as soon as we were able to replicate it. The group got pretty excited when we saw the first real action on our meters. We found ghosts! Ting and Karleena brought out the next pieces of equipment that would be instrumental to our investigation – flashlights. They turned the flashlights on, leaving a gap between the battery and the spring, shaking them so we knew they weren’t rigged. They placed them in different areas. Flashlights are used to communicate with any spirits in the room by asking them questions and letting them respond by turning the lights off and on. At every building we investigated, we each introduced ourselves to any potential haunts. At the Bumby Arcade, we didn’t get any communication through the flashlights. As we walked out and passed Hamburger Mary’s, which we had eaten dinner at before the tour, we asked Ting and Karleena about the rumors of it being haunted. The purported haunt is a little girl that has been seen by staff in and around the restaurant, as well as tapping and knocking on the walls. Our ambassadors explained that the area is haunted and that a woman dressed in white Victorian garb has also been seen, though restaurants and businesses aren’t quick to admit that they are haunted. We stopped in front of Ferg’s Depot where Ting told us more about the Victorian woman in white, whose name they found out, is Annabelle. At the depot, they’ve also captured photos of a man in a tophat thought to be the late train conductor, Earnest Mills. Next, was the Elijah Hand Building. Hand was the second undertaker for Orlando, the first person in the southeast to practice embalming (which he did on the second floor) and ran a furniture shop in the same building because, according to Ting, “Who better than the furniture maker to make your coffin?” The building would go on to host a series of failed businesses. At one 52

point, it was a nightclub, The Blue Room, named from the leftover blue velvet casket liner the owners used to decorate it with. We got to stand at the most haunted street corner in Orlando, the corner of Pine and Magnolia. According to Ting, the reason it is so haunted is that it’s where the ley lines cross. “Ley lines are the longitude and latitude lines that run naturally through the earth and when they connect, it creates what a field that is so powerful it causes a burst. That burst will create a vortex or a corridor for the dead to walk through,” she said. They explained that there are always three things that can be found at a vortex: a place of worship, ghost sightings and hauntings, and a place of burial. What’s the difference between a graveyard and a cemetery? Extra Halloween cool points for you if you already know the answer. Ting and Karleena continued at each stop to relay these compelling historical events and ghost stories like the site of the first Orlando bank robbery and a haunted cinema. Throughout the two-hour tour, I can’t think of a single moment I wasn’t engrossed in their stories and the experience. The crescendo of the tour came when we had circled back around to Church Street. We made our way up the creaky stairs that lead to the top floor of the Hairy Buffalo. The ghost hunting was about to get real. We got to an eerily silent, pitch black room so dark it took a few moments for our eyes to adjust. With flashlights set up and K-II meters in hand, we were ready to communicate with some specters. After a few questions, the light came on. Another question, off. Another, on. The hairs on my arms stood on end as people from our group continued to as questions… and get responses. We made our way to another room, this one for children (ghost children), and again we got activity. This night was a singular experience. This informative, thoroughly spooky, and fantastically entertaining tour is definitely worth doing and I plan to do it again. In the end, the question was ‘do you believe in ghosts?’ I know my answer. Do you? American Ghost Adventures Book online, Reservations required www.americanghostadventures.com (407) 256-6225

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