NOVEMBER CALENDAR 2021 *Due to the uncertainty of COVID, please double check that the event you’re interested in has not been canceled or rescheduled prior to leaving your house.
COPS FOR KIDS When: Nov. 01 - Dec. 03, 2021 Where: Downtown Lakeland Looking to share some good will and cheer this coming holiday season? Donate new & unwrapped toys at any of the below locations: Lakeland Police Department, 219 N. Mass Ave; City Hall, 228 S Mass Ave; Lakeland Public Libraries (100 Lake Morton Dr, 1700 N Florida Ave, 4740 S Florida Ave); Lakeland Electric, 501 E Lemon St; Kelly Recreation Complex, 404 Imperial Blvd. For additional information, call 863.834.6912. AFTER SCHOOL ART When: Nov. 01, 2021 | 4:30-5:30 p.m. Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St, Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org After School Art is designed for the parent and child to learn creative new skills together. The activities are easily designed to be recreated at home to further enhance your young artists’ skills - and yours, too! Doors open at 4:20 pm. Space is limited; be sure to arrive early to secure your spot! After School Art is free for Members; $5 per child per class for Non-Members. 863-688-7743 OPEN MIC NIGHT When: Nov. 01, 2021 | 6-9 p.m. Where: Gram Parsons Derry Down 297 5th St. NW, Winter Haven gpderrydown.com First Monday of the Month. Musicians of all ages are invited to play in this historic venue, just come in and sign your name to perform up to 3 songs. Beginners, veteran performers, singer-songwriters, and anyone who wants to work on their craft in a supportive communal environment are welcome. For those of you who enjoy listening, please join us as well. There is no cost to attend. UAW MID FLORIDA RETIREE COUNCIL When: Nov. 02, 2021 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: UWA Drop In Center 209 Avenue O SW, Winter Haven The UAW Mid Florida Retiree Council’s drop in center in Winter Haven is now open again. The office will be open every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. The office is located in the Hope Plaza strip mall (off Hwy 17 by the WAWA and across the street from Big Lots). Please contact them at (863) 293-5556 or drop by with any
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problems you have with your benefits. All UAW retired members are welcome to take advantage of this drop in center. Please bring all pertinent paperwork in order to resolve any problems. Please contact the office for further updates on monthly meetings. Pass this info along to any UAW retired members you know who may not get this publication.
CIRO’S SWEET TOOTH DESSERT TOUR When: Nov. 03, 2021 | 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Parking Garage 220 Ave A NW, Winter Haven winterhavenfoodtours.com Explore the sweeter side of Winter Haven, Florida! Muffins, Cupcakes, Pies, and more! Get ready to taste delicious desserts showcased at amazing restaurants and stores. This tour is perfect for kids of all ages! 48 hours advance ticket purchase is required in order for the tour to run. Tastings are subject to change, days and times vary. Contact for more info. info@ winterhavenfoodtours.com.
PICTURES AT AN EXHIBITION When: Nov. 02, 2021 - Jan. 09, 2022 Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Pictures at an Exhibition is a unique collaboration between the Polk Museum of Art and the Lakeland Symphony Orchestra. This one-of-a-kind exhibition promises to delight art and music lovers alike. Guest curated by instrumentalists of the Orchestra, Pictures at an Exhibition pairs artwork from the Museum’s permanent collection with hand-picked musical selections performed by the musicians themselves for a unique multisensory viewing and listening experience. Each work in this exhibition provides an exciting visual and musical pairing, encouraging visitors to experience how both the performing and visual arts can enhance and engage with one another.
RIGHT PLANT, RIGHT PLACE When: Nov. 03, 2021 | 1-2 p.m. Where: Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Join UF/IFAS Extension experts in the Alexander Discovery Center to learn how to use the right plant, right place principle when landscaping with Florida native plants. Included with general admission or membership. Registration required. 863-734-1222 AFTERNOON FLAVORS OF WINTER HAVEN FOOD TOUR When: Nov. 03, 2021 | 2-4:30 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Parking Garage 220 Ave A NW, Winter Haven winterhavenfoodtours.com Your friendly tour guide will share history of food and the award-winning city all while you sample delicious dishes. Get to know why Winter Haven is where we live, work, and play. All Tours will be mostly outdoors. Tickets must be purchased 48 hours in advance. Tastings are subject to change. Contact info@winterhavenfoodtours.com. Price & days vary.
LEARNING TO BE ME When: Nov. 02 - 14, 2021 Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Artwork by Polk County Students Grades K through 2. This exhibition features the work of the youngest Polk County art students.The museum hosts several exhibitions per year in the George Jenkins Gallery that feature artwork by Polk County School District students. From each of these exhibitions, one piece is purchased by the Museum to be added to our Student Collection.This exhibition may be viewed online. 863-688-7743
WINTER HAVEN HAPPY HOUR WALKING TOUR When: Nov. 03, 2021 | 4:30-7 p.m. Where: Winter Haven Parking Garage 220 Ave A NW, Winter Haven winterhavenfoodtours.com Where do the locals hangout? Come join us for Happy Hour and find out! The happy hour tour only focuses on bars and restaurants that host Happy Hours. This tour is only offered during the week and samples different foods from different restaurants that celebrate Happy Hour. Must be 21 with ID to attend. Tours must be purchased 48 hours in advance. Email info@winterhavenfoodtours. com. Price and days vary.
MUSIC BINGO, FUN RUN & BEER! When: Nov. 02, 2021 | 5:30 p.m. Where: Swan Brewing, 115 W Pine St. Lakeland La Palapa Time will be on hand at 3pm to feed you as you gear up for either your Fun Run at 5:30 or Music Bingo with SG Wood at 6:30. HYBRID FOSTER CARE CLASS When: Nov. 02, 2021 | 6-8 p.m. heartlandforchildren.org/become Learn how you can become a foster care parent in Polk County at this 3-Week Foster Class.Tuesday Classes (via Zoom) 11/2, 11/9, 11/16 from 6-8pm. Tuesday Classes (via Zoom): 11/30, 12/7, 12/14 from 6-8pm. To register call 863-519-8900 x 289 or visit heartlandforchildren.org/become
HOLD ON I KNOW THIS When: Nov. 03, 2021 | 6:30 p.m. Where: Swan Brewing 115 W Pine St., Lakeland Breezy Eazy will bring food for you starting at 3pm, and you can show your knowledge of trivia with Nick for “Hold On I Know This” at 6:30. Win prizes! Free to play.
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UAW MID FLORIDA RETIREE COUNCIL When: Nov. 04, 2021 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: UWA Drop In Center 209 Avenue O SW, Winter Haven The UAW Mid Florida Retiree Council’s drop in center in Winter Haven is now open again. The office will be open every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. The office is located in the Hope Plaza strip mall (off Hwy 17 by the WAWA and across the street from Big Lots). Please contact them at (863) 293-5556 or drop by with any problems you have with your benefits. All UAW retired members are welcome to take advantage of this drop in center. Please bring all pertinent paperwork in order to resolve any problems. Please contact the office for further updates on monthly meetings. Pass this info along to any UAW retired members you know who may not get this publication. FLEA & FARMERS MARKET When: Nov. 04, 2021 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Central Florida’s Visitor Information Center, 101 Adventure Ct., Davenport Every Thursday enjoy a variety of vendors offering fresh local produce, arts and crafts, jewelry, home goods and more. CFVIC is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., seven days a week (excluding major holidays). For more information, or if you would like to become a vendor, contact Dennis Budde at (863) 4202586 or Dennis@visitcentralflorida.org. AFTER HOURS AT THE MUSEUM When: Nov. 04, 2021 | 3-8 p.m. Where: Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org The Polk Museum of Art will stay open until 8pm on the first Thursday of each month. During the evening, Dr. H. Alexander Rich, Executive Director and Chief Curator, will host a Curator Tour at 6pm, providing indepth art-historical and curatorial insight into one of our current exhibitions. Registration is not required, but appreciated. CELEBRITY LIP SYNC BATTLE When: Nov. 04, 2021 | 6 p.m. Where: Chain O’ Lakes Stadium 500 Cletus Allen Dr. Winter Haven http://secure.qgiv.com/ for/20celebrlisbattl/event/833272 2021 Contestants: ReNata Baker - Cypress Junction Montessori; Maude F. Graham - 2021 Polk County Teacher of the Year R. W. Blake Academy; Frederick Heid - Superintendent of Polk County Public Schools; David Nicholson - City of Winter Haven; Heather Reuter - City of Winter Haven & CJM Board of Directors. The event is a fundraiser benefiting The Winter Haven Public Education Partnership and Cypress Junction Montessori. At only $25/ticket, you’re sure to enjoy a fun night benefitting public education in Winter Haven! Be sure - CONTINUED ON PAGE 38 -
