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Letter From the Editor

Here’s to a Happy, Healthy New Year!

ON THE COVER: Mural by Gillian Fazio on the corner of Stuart Ave and Scenic Hwy in Lake Wales. Painted in 2020.

Happy New Year! We begin this year with a curated list of 50 interesting things to do in Polk County in 2021. We’ve even included a checklist at the end, so you can mark them off as you go. We also talk with a high school senior who was born in Latvia and is now thriving in Winter Haven. Learn how she made that journey and overcame so many obstacles. She’s a pretty amazing young woman. As we begin this new year, I challenge you to think about what you’re grateful for. Is it a person? I challenge you to TELL them. We could all use more kindness, be the person who spreads it. I found the poem below and wanted to share it. I can so easily fall into a dark place and convince myself that I’m doing everything wrong. I am my own worst enemy. I’m going to keep this next to my desk this year, so I can reflect back on it. I hope you find inspiration from it too. Thanks for picking us up every month & I hope to see you around town! Read our current magazine and past issues at havenmagazines.com. Keep tagging your posts with #kindachill and you might find it in the February issue!! Amy Sexson Editor/Partner amy@destroyermedia.com havenmagazines.com

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50 THINGS TO DO IN 2021 ��24 LAURA IS LIMITLESS...................................................46 CHECK ME OUT ;)....................................................... 52 100 DAYS OF GIVING.................................................54

11......................................................FROM THE EDITOR 14................................................................................. NEWS 16............................................................... TOP 10 TO DO 50...................................................................... COCKTAIL 56.....................................................................CALENDAR 65...............................................................SOLD HOMES 75................................................................ #KINDACHILL

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JANUARY, 2021 VOLUME 5 ISSUE 3 Publisher Chris Sexson chris@destroyermedia.com Editor Amy Sexson amy@destroyermedia.com Managing Editor Tara Crutchfield tara@destroyermedia.com Photographer Amy Sexson amy@destroyermedia.com Art & Production Manager Steven Maynard steven@destroyermedia.com Ad Director Christine Campbell christine@destroyermedia.com Social Media & Marketing Jessica Parker jessica@destroyermedia.com HAVEN is published twelve times a year by Destroyer Media & Marketing. Haven distributes 16,104 copies a month with 8,604 mailed to homes and 7,500 copies available at select locations throughout east Polk County. For advertising information please contact: christine@destroyermedia.com To submit to our calendar: amy@destroyermedia.com Office: PO Box 1607 Winter Haven, Florida 33881 863-225-8658

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LOCAL NEWS

LUXURY APARTMENTS

METALLICA SCHOLARS

DRIVE THRU GRADS

ATHLETICS SUSPENDED

A 105-unit luxury apartment complex has been approved by the Winter Haven City Commission. Scheduled to be completed in 2022, the development will be located to the east of Grove Roots Brewery. It will offer 88 one-bedroom apartments with 10-foot ceilings and balcony and 17 two-bedroom apartments. The listed developer is DevMar, whose staff partnered with the Six/Ten Corporation.

Seventeen Polk State Corporate College Computer Numeric Control (CNC) Machining grads have achieved their education and training FOR FREE thanks to scholarships from All Within My Hands Foundation through the Metallica Scholars Initiative in partnership with the American Association of Community Colleges. Interested? Visit www.polk. edu/metallica for more information.

Polk State College celebrated its 2020 graduates with an event on Dec. 7th. The grads could drive through and pick up their diplomas. Nearly 300 students and their supporters came out to celebrate the Class of 2020! PSC set up photo opportunities for the grads, they can be seen at polk.edu. Congratulations to the class of 2020!

Polk County Public Schools had temporarily suspended all athletics programs in response to the coronavirus pandemic on Dec. 15th. Even with precautions in place, PCPS has had student-athletes test positive for COVID-19 since the start of the school year. More than 50 student-athletes participating in winter sports have tested positive. Athletics will resume Jan. 4th, if the cases have gone down.

GOLDEN SPOON

RECORD TURNOUT

LEGOLAND EXPANDS

PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLAR

Florida Trend Magazine’s Golden Spoon Awards are the oldest and most coveted dining awards in the state. The award recognizes 100 outstanding fine dining restaurants in the state of FL. The chief criterion is the food, made from top ingredients sourced carefully and prepared with imagination and authenticity. Congratulations to Nutwood in Winter Haven, for winning a Golden Spoon Award!

Polk County has 471,241 registered voters. 345,580 ballots were cast in the 2020 General Election. This is a 73.33% voter turnout. 194,586 votes were cast for Donald J. Trump. 145,049 votes were cast for Joseph R. Biden. The remaining votes went to five other candidates and the WriteIn vote. A total of 11,144,855 Floridians cast a ballot, that’s 1,564,366 more than the 2016 General Election.

Plans recently filed reveal that Merlin Entertainments Group, is seeking to clear about 4.5 acres of its parking lot to build a new section for its 145-acre theme park. The application calls the project Legoland Venus. Conceptual plans show at least a half dozen new rides and attractions, as well as a new 11,850-square-foot building, play areas, and picnic tables. (Orlando Sentinel)

The U.S. Department of Education initiative recognizes high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and career and technical education. Each year, up to 161 students are named Presidential Scholars at the national level. It is considered “one of the nation’s highest honors for high school students.” Congratulations to Nicholas Lopez from Winter Haven High, a 2021 U.S. Presidential Scholar!

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POLK TOP 10 GRATITUDE Begin the year with gratitude. Instead of making a list of everything you want to change about yourself, make a list of everything you have to be grateful for. And then do it again the next day. Starting your day with a moment of positive reflection will change your life. Find a notebook and keep a journal of your gratitude so you can reflect on it during the hard times.

ART AFTER DARK

TRANSCENDENCE

Jan. 2 from 6-8:00 pm! Enjoy free craft beer, jazz by Jonathan Kaufman, and all of the awardwinning art featured in the Chip Thullbery Fine Art Invitational. Food will be available for purchase. Ages 21+. Book your tickets today, space for this event is limited. Centralfloridatix.com

This exhibition features artwork by students grades 9-12 from Polk County School District high schools. On view at the Polk Museum of Art from Jan. 9th-Feb. 14th. Tuesdays - Saturdays from 10am-3pm. Reserve your ticket online at polkmuseumofart.org 863-688-7743

WHISKEY TASTING

BRODY BUSTER

Jan. 14, 6-9pm at the Balmoral Event Center in Haines City. Included with your ticket is a flight of whiskey, BBQ, and a complimentary cigar. Whiskey is Belle Meade Sour Mash Straight Bourbon, High West Double Rye! Whiskey, High West American Prairi Bourbon. 866-584-5527 or email events@feltrimresorts.com with questions. 21+ only.

Jan. 16, 2-5pm at Swan Brewing. Brody Buster is a blues rock musician from Lawrence, KS. He’s a former harmonica child prodigy and has been featured on countless TV shows. Buster was a regular performer at B.B. King’s Blues Club. B.B. was once quoted as saying, “Despite his age, Brody Buster is one of the greatest harmonica players of our time.” swanbrewing.com

VISION BOARDS TRIVIA TUESDAYS Every Tuesday from 6:30-8pm at Grove Roots Brewery. Hosted by Triviosity Live Events. Limited seating is first-come, first-served. Teams may range between 1-8 players. All minors must be accompanied and actively supervised.

Jan. 9, 11am-2pm at Inside Out Yoga. This workshop will take you through the entire process of creating a vision board. Participants will be guided through exercises and a crystal bowl meditation geared toward selfreflection and personal desires. Register in advance. 863-224-2311 ioyogastudio.com

QUILTS & ART

ROCK FOR PAWS

CHECK ME OUT CLUB ;)

The Lake Wales History Museum will display its collection of historical and modern quilts and artwork called “Creating Community Through Quilts & Art.” The act of making quilts, displaying them in the museum, and showcasing local places in artwork was a traditional way the LWHM connected with the community. On view until May 15, Wed-Sat, 10 am -5 pm. 863-678-4182.

Jan. 30, 7pm at the Polk Theatre. All ticket sales go directly to help the animals. Enjoy a night of live music featuring SmokePoint, multiple dance areas, great food selections, concession snacks, beverages, spirits, and raffles. Cash bar. Visit SPCA Florida’s website for more information: spcaflorida.org/rock-for-paws.

Choose a book from our Check Me Out ;) section and start a book club! Every month we give you book recommendations from our local, beloved librarians. Choose one, gather some friends and discuss! You can either meet virtually via ZOOM or safely, socially distanced from each other. Support your community and meet up at a local bar or restaurant.

*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.

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ORLANDO TOP 10 VRBO CITRUS BOWL

ORLANDO MAGIC IS BACK!

Jan. 1, kickoff at 1pm at Camping World Stadium. The 75th Vrbo Citrus Bowl pits the SEC against the Big Ten. Tickets available to watch the game at citrusbowlorlando.com. OR stay home and watch it on ABC. This is the seventh-oldest collegiate bowl game in the country, the Vrbo Citrus Bowl began as the Tangerine Bowl in 1947.

Beginning Jan. 2nd, the Orlando Magic return to the Amway Center for the 2020-21 season. Watch them go head-to-head with NBA teams from around the country beginning with the Oklahoma Thunder. The games will be closed to fans but will be televised until further notice. Shop Magic merch and see the schedule at nba.com/magic/

FRONTYARD FESTIVAL Through May, enjoy incredible live entertainment, films and unique experiences during this one-of-akind, outdoor show at Dr. Phillips Center. Watch JJ Grey & Mofro on Jan. 2nd at 8pm or Tye Tribbett on Jan. 16th at 7pm. More info and full schedule at drphillipscenter.org

WINE AND ART WALK

PETER PAN

Jan. 14, 6:30-9:30pm. The Thornton 2nd Thursday Wine and Art Walk takes place in the Thornton Park District in Orlando on the 2nd Thursday of the month. With over 25 places to stop for a tasty libation along with art vendors, live music, DJ’s and fun! This is a dog-friendly event in downtown Orlando. More info on FB @ThorntonParkDistrict, small fee to participate.

Jan. 16 & 17 at the Dr. Phillips Center. Presented by the Young Star Musical Theatre. Peter and his mischievous fairy sidekick, Tinkerbell, visit the nursery of the Darling children late one night and, with a sprinkle of pixie dust, begin a magical journey across the stars that none of them will ever forget. Purchase tickets in advance. 407-839-0119 drphillipscenter.org

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ON EITHER SIDE OF THE WINDOW The Rollins Cornell Fine Arts Museum presents, Rania Matar: On Either Side of the Window, Portraits During COVID-19. The photographs capture a moment of “connecting across barriers.” As the weeks went by and people settled into quarantine, the portraits started transforming with the window acting like a stage for the participants. Jan. 16th - May 9th, must purchase tickets in advance. 407-646-2526 rollins. edu/cornell-fine-arts-museum/

VIRTUAL MARATHON WEEKEND

ORLANDO FARMERS MARKET Every Sunday from 10am-3pm at Lake Eola in Orlando on the corner of E Central Blvd and N Eola Dr. Find seasonal fresh produce and more. The market is dog friendly. Enjoy live music and ready-to-eat foods. Guests are required to wear a mask. orlandofarmersmarket.com

Jan. 6 - 10th is the Virtual Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend. Wear your favorite Disney character-themed attire as you put your endurance through the paces while earning commemorative medals. Dare to test your limits? Try a multi-race challenge for the chance to earn even more medals. All skill levels welcome, register in advance. Rundisney.com

DINOSAUR INVASION

A CLASS ACT

Dinosaurs will be invading Leu Gardens from Jan. 18 - April 18th. Featuring over 20 life-size dinosaurs ranging in size from 14 inches to a massive 33 ft. Daspletosaurus, cousin to the T-Rex. Come and discover what life was like millions of years ago when dinosaurs roamed the earth. A special dinosaur map will guide you to all the dinosaurs. 407-246-2620 leugardens.org

Jan. 27 - Feb. 7th at the Garden Theatre in Winter Garden. Twelve years after Edward Kleban won a Tony Award for his lyrics in “A Chorus Line,” his friends gather for a memorial service at Broadway’s Shubert Theatre. Limited seating, must purchase tickets in advance. 407-877-4736 gardentheatre.org

*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.

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CONCERTS

“From Brazil With Love” Daniela Soledade and Nate Najar “Tribute to Miles Davis” Paul Gavin Quintet ft. James Suggs as Miles Davis Lake Wales Chorale Spring Concert “Country & Comedy” Gary Mule Deer “A Funk Revival” Reverend Barry & The Funk

EXHIBITS

Sticky Steve: A Home-Brewed Life The Chip Thullbery Art Invitational “Florida Allegory” The Art of David Price and Jeff Ripple Exhibit Quarantined Creatives: A Pandemic Art Retrospective

EDUCATION Fine Arts e-learning

Celebrate 50 Years With Our VIP Package

Private Happy Hour • VIP Lunch • VIP Parking • Special Access to Art-B-Que Ice Cream Social • Free Soda, Water & Popcorn All Weekend Socially-Distanced MYBOX luxury lounge seating

K-12 Weekly Education Classes Student Concerts and Exhibits Spring Break Arts Camp 2021 Summer Arts Camp Adult Workshops and Studios Master Class Series

SPECIAL EVENTS Lake Wales Arts Festival 50th Year Celebration! Youth Music Festival

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ARTIST DON’T FORGET

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TAMPA TOP 10 THE OFFICE! MURDER MYSTERY

THE RECEPTION

SUNDAY MARKET

YOGA IN THE PARK

Jan. 2, kickoff is at 12:30pm at the Raymond James Stadium. Tampa’s annual college football bowl game matching teams from the SEC and Big Ten Conference. Tickets available at ticketmaster. com. For more information go to outbackbowl.com, watch from home on ABC.

Enjoy live music and shop with local vendors at the Seminole Heights Sunday Morning Market. On the second Sunday of each month from 11am-3pm at Southern Brewing & Winery. Enjoy food trucks for lunch and local beer from the brewery. Dog friendly & bike valet. Southernbrewingwinemaking.com

Robin LC Yoga along with Tampa Parks & Rec hosts an outdoor yoga flow in the Julian B Lane Park every Sunday morning from 10:3011:30am. Meeting between the Hillsborough River and the splash playground, under the shade of the oak trees. All levels welcome. Weather Permitting. More info on FB@facebook.com/RobinLCYoga

DOUBT: A PARABLE

BOAT SHOW

SIDE BY SIDE BY SONDHEIM

WINTER DANCE PARTY

Jan. 13 - 31st at the Straz Center. Jobsite Theater’s latest production. A priest, a nun, an accusation but no proof. John Patrick Shanley’s Pulitzer - and Tony-winning drama about what may or may not have happened with a student in a Bronx parochial school shoves the certainty of faith into a shadow of a doubt. Purchase tickets in advance. 813-229-7827

The St. Petersburg Power & Sailboat Show is the largest boat show on the Gulf Coast! From Jan.14 - 17 at the Mahaffey Theater Yacht Basin and Albert Whitted Park in St. Pete. Explore powerboats & sailboats in water and on land, including a 40,000-square-foot tent housing all types of marine gear. Ticket MUST be purchased online at stpeteboatshow.com

Celebrate the wit and genius of musical theatre’s most influential artist, Stephen Sondheim. This Tony-award winning musical revue features songs from Company, A Little Night Music, Follies, and many well-known musical hits. Enjoy this Sondheim celebration under the Straz Riverwalk Tent on Jan. 15 & 16 at 7pm. Purchase tickets at strazcenter.org

This is a dance party right out of the ’50s at the Ruth Eckerd Hall Jan. 24 at 1 pm. This is the official live and authentic re-creation of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper’s final tour and the only show endorsed by the Holly, Valens and Richardson estates. Must purchase tickets in advance rutheckerdhall.com 727-791-7400.

Through Jan. 10. Team up with the “World’s Best Boss” for “The Office! A Murder Mystery Parody: Who Is The Scranton Strangler?” This is a one of a kind, interactive walking tour starting at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre and taking you through the Downtown Cleveland District to solve the case of The Scranton Strangler! Purchase tickets in advance rutheckerdhall.com 727-791-7400

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An interactive expo to visualize your wedding. Jan. 12, 5-8pm at Armature Works. Vendors bring their vision to life with live demos, two staged wedding ceremonies, attend a “Reception” with live music, lite bites and desserts in the Gathering event space along with a variety of the best local vendors in the Bay. Must purchase ticket in advance at armatureworks.com

HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE In honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, visit The Florida Holocaust Museum for FREE on Jan. 27 in downtown St. Pete. Advanced timed tickets, though free, are still required to help with social distancing. Reserve yours at thefhm.org/visit/hours. Open from 10 am-3pm with the last admission at 2 pm.

*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.

A TRAVELING EXHIBIT BY THE MIDAMERICA ARTS ALLIANCE’S EXHIBITS USA

AN ORIGINAL EXHIBIT BY THE LAKE WALES HISTORY MUSEUM

Explore the photographic collection of 20th century playgrounds that take you back to your childhood.

Showcasing the museum’s permanent collection of local quilts and artwork, this exhibit captures the essence of creating community in Lake Wales.

ON DISPLAY AT THE MUSEUM THROUGH JANUARY 9, 2021

JANUARY 19 - MAY 15, 2021

UPCOMING EVENTS FLORIDA TALKS SPRING SPEAKER SERIES INDIANS IN THE POST OFFICE: MURALS AS PUBLIC ART BY SANDRA STARR JANUARY 14 @ 6 PM

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THE GREEN BOOK BY CHERYL HOWARD FEBRUARY 18 @ 6 PM

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2021the year ahead

By Katie Worthington Decker, President/CEO of the Greater Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce

This picture reminds me of what a new year means – still waters ready for us to make waves in, in the most positive sense. By no stretch of the imagination does flipping the page on the calendar mean the pandemic is over, but I think we all feel a sense of hope that we will get past this soon. And with that there is much to look forward to in the coming year. Your Greater Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit made up of over 740+ businesses ranging from one-person shops to our community's largest employers; all invested in advancing commerce and community in the greater Winter Haven area and in Polk County.

So what's in store for Winter Haven in 2021? • • • • • • • • •

Numerous existing businesses expanding and creating more jobs, from manufacturing to healthcare to tourism and beyond New businesses opening A countywide focus on creating and improving opportunity for all Advocacy at the local and state level to continually improve the business climate Projected population growth Growth in residential construction Numerous road infrastructure projects to improve our quality of life Continued investment in target industry sectors including manufacturing, aviation, healthcare and tourism, to name a few. Moving forward an effort to focus on water i.e. water quality, water sustainability, the health of our lakes, responsible development etc.

Consider being a part of it all and joining in the Chamber of Commerce's efforts. Visit WinterHavenChamber.com for more information, follow our social media pages or tune in every week to our podcast, It's Happenin' In the Haven, available on your favorite podcasting platform.

@WinterHavenChamber

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Dining Passport

In a normal year, the Winter Haven Chamber would be planning our in-person 2021 Taste of Winter Haven one-night dining extravaganza. But I think we can all agree that over 500 people in an indoor space in early 2021 would be a challenge. However, there is no more important time for us to drive traffic to our local restaurants, bars and caterers than now as they were some of the businesses most affected by pandemic mitigation regulations. That is why we are proud to present to you our 2021 Taste of Winter Haven "Eat Out to Help Out" Dining Passport. For just $50, you can receive a booklet filled with $10 off coupons to area restaurants, bars and caterers. Coupons will be good until December 31, 2021. The list of participating restaurants as of this publication is: Arabella's Ristorante Culver's Duke's Brewhouse Winter Haven Elite Catering Company Fire Eatery + Bar KFC Auburndale Mediterranean Fresh Grill

Old Man Frank's Richard's Fine Coffees Smoothie Squad Tanner's Lakeside Tempo 1930 The Catering Co of Central Florida Union Taproom

Purchase your dining passport at winterhavenchamber.com Presented in partnership with:

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50 things to do in 2021 Let’s always remember and embrace the hardships, the lessons learned from last year while leaving its anxieties behind. We’ve gathered a list of 50 things to do this year – for yourself and others, some heart-pounding, some heartfelt – to perhaps find a semblance of normalcy. Let your happiness blossom and your worries wilt as you reacquaint yourself with the beautiful community we’re all a part of. This year and all that follow, remember that kindness to yourself and others can change the world, so there’s a bonus listing for you – #51: be kind. Whether you check off each box or only a few from our list, I hope 2021 brings you fulfillment, joy, creativity, and clarity in the process. Happy New Year! *When checking these off your list, be sure to wear a mask, social distance, and follow guidance from the CDC and local health officials. We want you to stay safe and keep others safe and healthy too!

PHOTO PROVIDED BY WINTER HAVEN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

shop a farmer’s market Familiar faces and fresh fruits and veggies – what could be better? Shopping at a farmer’s market is a great way to interact with the community’s vibrant businesses, farmers, and makers. Every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm in the BB&T parking lot across from Grove Roots, the pet-friendly Winter Haven Farmers Market draws crowds to its collection of vendors who offer fresh vegetables, freshly-baked bread and pastries, jam, coffee, plants and more. The Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market is another must-shop. Stroll Kentucky Ave. for produce, food vendors, kombucha, and other odds and ends every Saturday from 8 am to 2 pm (closed during the month of August).

find your perfect coffee spot

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A cup of coffee is a convergence for friendships, business meetings, and ideas. Grab your laptop and get some work done or take a minute to sit and finish that book you’ve been meaning to read. Explore a few of the local coffeehouses, try them all out and settle on your ideal coffee spot, maybe even down to the perfect table. A few of our favorites are Black & Brew, Concord, Mitchell’s, Unfiltered, and Hillcrest. If you’re on the east side, check out Amonie Jo’s, N+1, and Richard’s! What’s your favorite place to sit and sip?

Polk Museum of Art consistently presents rich and interesting exhibits for patrons to experience – and admission is free. Breathing new life, quite literally, into the Polk Museum of Art’s outdoor sculpture courtyard is their Living Wall. If you haven’t been yet – go. A once blank wall now drips with lush shaggy greenery making for a tranquil piece of living art. Admire it, breathe it in, take a selfie.

go old school at silver moon drive-in This iconic Lakeland drive-in movie theater opened over seventy years ago. Stop in their snack bar for candy and popcorn before parking it for an evening of cinema beneath the stars. I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again, Silver Moon makes me think of the drive-in scene in Grease, “Sandy, you just can’t walk out of a drive-in!”

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sweet dreams are made of this Here’s a listing for all your gumdrop dreams and Sour Patch wishes. For a gigantic robot, classic sci-fi flicks, import candies, and craft chocolates, visit Ivy and Ella at Confection. For a more nostalgic citrusy sugar high, make a trip to Davidson of Dundee or Webb’s Candy Shop. In Lakeland, Rocket Fizz has a large, out of this world sweets selection.

show your appreciation for essential workers For those who make a living putting others before themselves – show some love. Do something nice for first responders, teachers, and healthcare professionals like picking up their lunch tab, sending a gift certificate, donating to a teacher’s wish list, or just saying, “Thank you for what you do. You are appreciated.”

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picnic at bok tower gardens Walk the gardens and rest your blanket on a piece of heaven overlooking a pond, under a sleepy oak, or opt for one of their several picnic table locations. You can bring your own picnic basket or order something fresh and delicious from their Blue Palmetto Cafe. The cafe is open from 9 am to 5 pm, and guests can order online, choosing the time for food to be ready.

flutter over to the auburndale rotary butterfly garden Take a peaceful outing to this butterfly garden featuring over 30 different types of Florida-Friendly plants (native and non-native). According to their website, “The plant selection has been designed to attract a wide range of Central Florida butterfly species to feed on the nectar of our flowering plants. There are also several species of flora that serve as host plants to particular butterflies. For example, Milkweed is the exclusive breeding ground for the popular Monarch Butterfly. Similarly, the Florida State Butterfly, the Zebra Longwing, uses Passion Flower to lay its eggs.”

unBEERlievable options Beer… beer as far as the eye can see. Cheers to the many fantastic breweries and taprooms around! Polk County has some heavy hitters when it comes to craft brews. There’s the community living room feel of Grove Roots, the lake views and live music at Swan Brewing, the industrial vibe at The Florida Brewery’s Beer Garden, to the newspaper turned tasting room at Front Page Brewing in Bartow. Don’t forget to see what’s on tap at Union Taproom, Craft + Kitchen, and Brew Hub.

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take a culinary trip around the joinery

pints and pinball

This upscale Lakeland food hall gives us all the flavors and feels. Make it a priority to get to each of their vendors this year (we bet you’ll do it more than once). Bite into a sushi burrito from Ato, a Neapolitan wood-fired pizza from Ava, or a Mediterranean-inspired bowl from Plenty. Give in to a puffy taco or two from Gallito Taqueria and a scoop of Mayday’s handcrafted artisan ice cream. We know you’ll be raving about the ramen and Japanese street snacks from Sabu and the killer burgers from Super Duper Spot. Imbibe with a craft beer or cocktail from The Bar and your day is complete.

There’s nothing like spirits and skeeball to take your mind off things. But where can you drink AND play fun games? The Rec Room and Galaxy Bar, of course. The Rec Room is a bar boasting video games, arcades, and other recreational pastimes. Shoot some hoops, tee up at their golf simulator, or play a round of tipsy skeeball. Another stellar stop is Galaxy Bar, a blast from the past retro arcade bar. Galaxy Bar has it all – cocktails, tunes, pinball, and over 25 classic arcade games.

go skydiving Ah yes, the old proverb: “If at first you don’t succeed, skydiving is not for you.” But that’s not the right ‘altitude’ to have! At Jump Florida Skydiving in Lake Wales, you can take a tandem leap from an airplane from 11,000 to 18,000 feet in the air. Take the plunge and opt for photos and video to commemorate your adrenaline-inducing dive.

get thrifty Thrifting is kind of like mystery shopping. You don’t have to have an idea of what you want, to come out of the store with something special. Shop for a stylish outfit, funky furniture, or odds and ends that speak to you. Stop in a local Goodwill, Salvation Army, or Habitat ReStore for some treasures. Also, check out Saint Matthews Thrift Shop, St. John’s Thrift Store for Missions in Winter Haven, and Peace River Center Thrift Shoppe in Lakeland, and Top Buttons in Winter Haven, Lakeland, and Bartow.

donate Consider donating to a local nonprofit like Polk Pride, food pantries or the SPCA if you have a little extra to give. Provide opportunities for local youth by making a monetary donation to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Polk County or Girls Inc., or drop off supplies to pet shelters, Talbot House Ministries, Women’s Resource Center, or kidsPACK to name a few.

find your center

add to (or start) your vinyl collection

Looking to improve your balance, flexibility, and strength? Want to get totally blissed-out? Take a yoga class! There are many studios to choose from around the county – Inside Out Yoga in Winter Haven and The Balance Culture in Lakeland. Find a studio and community that resonates with you and get physical.

Flip through records at Jesse Carl Vinyl, The Wax & The Needle, or the selection at Central Avenue Antiques in Winter Haven to find something good for the soul.

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go antiquing

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Antique stores abound in Central Florida. Find that perfect retro couch or funky knickknack for your bookshelf at one of the too-many-to-name antique stores around the county. Try out Treasure House Antiques or Central Avenue Antiques in Winter Haven or Dixieland Relics and Lakeland Antique Mall on the west side. Find something old or something new at The Barn Antiques in Lake Alfred. The Barn opened in 1969 and is open seasonally from October through May. The Stable Gifts & Crafts, The Back Yard Garden Shop, and The Back Porch Tearoom are open yearround. Shop until you drop and then have lunch at The Back Porch.

Give boredom the axe at Ax-Caliber Axe Venue and Coffee House. Picture this: you drink a cup of coffee; you’re freakin’ jacked on caffeine. Next, someone gives you an axe and it’s all completely legal. But really, it sounds like a good time. Ax-Caliber is Polk County’s first axe venue and coffee house, boasting food, beer & wine, locally-roasted Caliber Coffee, 14 lanes for axe throwing, pool tables, games, and big screen TV’s. AND, Military and first responders get a free cup of coffee and half off on meals when in uniform.

ride the van fleet trail

snap a photo at southgate

Since we spent the entirety of last year being couch potatoes, let’s get some sun, fresh air, and exercise! Take a leisurely (and socially distant) ride down 29.2 mile, 8-foot wide Van Fleet Trail. The General James A. Van Fleet State Trail will introduce you to a medley of landscapes to take in from pine flatwoods, cattle ranches, former citrus lands, swamps, and bottomland forest. A few more trails to do sick wheelies on are Circle B Bar Reserve and the TECO Auburndale Trail.

This is one for the scrapbook. If you don’t already have a selfie with the nifty Southgate Shopping Center arche, grab your polaroid. The South Florida Avenue shopping center was built in 1957 and is famously known for appearing in Tim Burton’s 1990 cult classic “Edward Scissorhands” starring Johnny Depp and Winona Rider. The Southgate sign is retro in all its glory and perfect for the gram or to send to Gram Gram if you’re here for college or just passing through.

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take flight at the florida air museum Learn about Florida Aviation History, Airshow Performers and Pioneers, Mid Century Innovations in Aviation, and more through the many exhibits at the Florida Air Museum in Lakeland. Walk the Florida Aviation Hall of Fame and let your interest soar to the Static Displays. General admission tickets and annual memberships are available.

take a self-guided public art tour

hashtag it!

Our area is abundant with inspiring murals, sculptures, fountains, and gardens. Create a map with all the public art you’d like to admire and make a day (or several) of it. A few ideas to start your list are Hollis Gardens, “The Calm” mural in Winter Haven, public art in Munn Park, the Lemon Street Promenade in Lakeland, and the Gillian Fazio mural in Lake Wales.

We love to see what our readers are up to. When you snap a selfie, photo of your pet, or a good meal you had around town to post to Facebook or Instagram, use the hashtags #kindachill when you’re in east Polk and #lkldhaven when you’re in Lakeland, and your post might be in our next issue of Haven or LKLD.

adopt a pet or help a pup find its furever home

tee off Though I’m more of a putt-putt girl myself, Polk County has its fair share of beautiful golf courses. Enjoy a bit of luxury at Streamsong Golf Resort, practice your drive at Dundee Road Golf Range, or play a few holes (or fore!) at Cypresswood Golf and Country Club, or the Cleveland Heights Golf Course.

If you’re looking to expand your family by roughly four paws, consider adoption. SPCA Florida, The Humane Society, The Polk County Bully Project, and other area shelters are full of sweet animals looking for a good home. If you already have a full doghouse, try a Doggy Date at SPCA Florida. Through this program, you can take a dog to hang out for the day. Not only do they make the best company, but it also allows adoptable dogs to interact outside of SPCA and exposes them to potential new best friends.

take an orange grove tour If you haven’t done this at least once, we might have to take your Florida card away. The sights, the smells, the tasty citrus, Ridge Island Groves offers grove tours at their Haines City location where you can pick an orange right from the tree. Take a drive through Babson Park and Frostproof for stunning hillside grove views. If you take Highway 27 through Lake Wales to get there, you’ll notice the Florida’s Natural plant. Fun fact: Florida’s Natural started 85 years ago, and is one of the largest co-ops of citrus growers in the world, according to their website. You can even take a trip to their visitor’s center, The Grove House, to learn more about their citrus history, sample juice, and pick up a keepsake!

write a letter A handwritten note can be just the thing to brighten someone’s week. Checking on friends and family via social media, email, and Zoom is nice, but there’s an extra touch of humanity and kindness attached to a physical letter. Strike up a correspondence with a pal or let your grandma know you’re thinking of her. You can even support local businesses with your snail mail endeavor by purchasing stationery, note cards, and stickers at local gift shops. havenmagazines.com

Why Shopping Local Matters

Local Economic Stimulus. When you purchase at locally-owned businesses rather than nationally-owned, more money is kept in the community. Locally-owned businesses often purchase from other local businesses, service providers and farms. Purchasing local helps grow other businesses as well as the local tax base.

take an architecture tour Frank Lloyd Wright and Gene Leedy left their mark on Polk County with interesting and influential architecture. Take the Leedy Lifetime Works tour, a self-guided tour best done by car, to admire Leedy’s work from downtown Winter Haven into the neighboring residential areas. Pick up a selfguided tour map from the Tourism and Education Center at Florida Southern College and wander amongst the marks that Frank Lloyd Wright left on the college.

check out the lwac There’s always something going on at the Lake Wales Arts Center, from concert and exhibit series to the Lake Wales Arts Festival. Check out their Paint Uncorked classes where you can “Wine a little; Paint a lot.” On February 20 and 21 this year, the LWAC will host their 50th Annual CB&T Lake Wales Arts Festival. The festival promises to be two days chocked full of art, music, community, and culture! Visit their website and socials for more info.

support a local creative There is an impressive pool of creatives throughout Polk, who make everything from home decor, furniture and art, to comic books and cuisine. Grab some chow from fan-favorite blossoming food/ beverage vendors who often do pop-ups and markets like Blue Dog Craft Barbecue, DOU Bakehouse or Krazy Kombucha. Expand your mind with Hocus Pocus Comics or pick up some art from Bump Galletta or a crossstitch by Pin & Needle. Visit some of the local markets to find new favorites or to meet the makers and local entrepreneurs making a difference.

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the great escape Lakeland Escape Room, Escapology Escape Rooms Lakeland, and iPanic Escape Room offer games where guests choose a theme, work with their friends to find clues, beat the clock, and solve mysteries. Game themes range from creepy to heart-pumping action like heists, asylums, and lost cities to shootouts, shipwrecks, and secret agents. It’s a ton of fun and great for team building. Bring your smart friends. ;)

read a good book Each month we feature a “Check Me Out ;)” section in which the Lakeland Public Library and the Winter Haven Library send us books to pick up or check out. Let us know what books from the lists that you’ve read! Post it on social media with the hashtags #kindachill and #lkldhaven. Give yourself a goal this year to read a certain number of books. Can you read one a month? Two a month? Maybe one a week?

have a moonlit dinner We love all our local restaurants, but some really knock it out of the park when it comes to the outdoor ambiance, twinkling lights, or cozy backyard vibes. Here are a few noteworthy night spots. The Best of Haven 2020 winner for Best Patio is Tempo 1930, followed by Fire and The Twisted Prop Bar & Grille. You can’t go wrong with the recent Florida Trends Magazine Golden Spoon Winner, Nutwood, too. They have year-round lights strung on their patio for the most romantic glow. On the west side, the Best of LKLD 2020 Best Patio winner is Patio850, followed by Red Door and Swan Brewing.

spook hill The sign posted just before Spook Hill reads: “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, OR THE CHIEF PROTECTING HIS LAND???” Then it states the instructions: Stop car on white line, place in neutral and let it roll back. Do you dare?!?!?!

shop and dine small, often Show your love for local, not just on Shop Small Saturday, but every day. Meeting a friend for lunch or coffee? Opt for a locally-owned restaurant or coffee shop. Whether you’re looking for a book, birthday card, or new blinds, make a small business your first choice.

volunteer See what volunteer opportunities are available at any of the local nonprofits and charities. Have a good time while helping out someone in need. It doesn’t matter if you are passionate about helping animals, homeless folks, the food insecure, those struggling with health issues, or the elderly; there is an organization in Polk County dedicated to that. The Humane Society, SPCA Florida, VISTE, American Cancer Society, ElderPoint Ministries, Gospel Inc., Talbot House Ministries, and Women’s Resource Center are only some of the organizations that you can dedicate time to.

go paddleboarding Sunsets, wildlife, and Central Florida flora and fauna are the perfect backdrop for a paddleboarding trip on The Chain of Lakes. Paddleboard Winter Haven offers tours, lessons, and classes to up your paddleboard game. If you’d prefer to strike out on your own, they offer rentals too!

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visit a historic theatre Polk Theatre and The Ritz come to mind! The Polk Theatre, a movie palace built in 1928, is celebrated for its stunning design, entertainment, and historic significance to Polk County. Catch a movie under, “ the watchful eye of a starry ceiling.” The Ritz Theatre in Winter Haven has been home to live shows and motion picture showings alike. Built in 1925, the Ritz has had many lives over the years and is now being managed by Main Street Winter Haven and is alive again with shows and community events.

catch a show by the cypress gardens water ski team Oooo and Ahhhh at the world-famous Cypress Gardens Water Ski Team’s tricks and stunts on the 3rd Saturday of each month. From November - February starting at 3:30 pm, from March - October beginning at 5 pm. Admission is free, and concessions are available. Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets. 199 S. Lake Silver Drive, NW in Winter Haven.

get involved, you young professionals Polk County is home to three young professionals groups – Endeavor in Winter Haven, Engage in Bartow, and EMERGE in Lakeland. These groups are perfect for networking with fellow young professionals, working on your own professional development, and staying engaged, pun intended, with the community. Each group offers its members philanthropic opportunities as well as annual events and monthly Lunch & Learns. Check out their websites and socials for more info! havenmagazines.com

get ATVenturous at bone valley Fifteen trails ranging from novice to advanced snake through a 200-acre tract of land owned and managed by Polk County. The ATV park boasts open riding areas and hill climbs for dirt bikes, four-wheelers, and side-by-sides. Newer riders will enjoy the training areas before hitting the challenging trails. With restrooms and picnic areas, you can bring the whole fam to Bone Valley!

learn about polk county’s history Explore remnants from an era gone by at the Polk County History Center, including artifacts like fossils, clothing, fishing lures, agricultural equipment, and military relics. The History Center, once the Polk County Courthouse, has a collection including “natural and cultural objects related to Polk and the greater Central Florida area that represent our history from pre-Columbian to present-day eras. The artifacts on display at the museum represent individuals, cultural groups, and events significant to the region.”

go ice skating Pull out your warm clothes and go to a public skate at Lakeland Ice Arena. A friend of mine who moved to Winter Haven from up north said she loves it when Florida gets a cold snap. Not because of the change in weather, but because of the change in wardrobe. Most Floridians don’t so much have a “winter wardrobe” as a bunch of warm, sort of mismatched items of clothing we pull out in a panic when it drops below 70. She loves to see what sort of wacky winter wear people step out in. And really, what better place to outfit watch than a Central Florida ice rink during a public skate? 41

take a hike at circle b bar reserve Take in the fresh Florida air during a walk through Circle B. You’re sure to spot a variety of plant and animal species and might catch a glimpse of a gator or two at Lake Hancock (maybe even a gigantic one, like the one that made the news). Circle B is a haven for nature photographers of all skill levels and birdwatchers as well.

don’t’ sweat it (but do) New year, new me, right? Just kidding. Forget New Year’s resolutions and make your health a priority every day. Polk County offers many ways to stay active like watersports, walks around our lakes, and bike trails. There are also a ton of great fitness clubs from Crossfit and Zumba to yoga and standard gyms. If you’re looking for a spot in Lakeland, try our readers’ Best of LKLD 2020 picks – Anytime Fitness, YMCA, and Willpower Fitness. On the east side, Best of Haven 2020 winners were Just Move Athletic Club, Habitat Health and Fitness, and Planet Fitness. The brand new Advent Health Field House in Winter Haven offers memberships as well. Grab your water, queue up your playlist and get moving!

wonder house Though it is a private residence, the Wonder House is open for historical tours on a limited basis. The house’s magic comes from its builder, eccentric inventor Conrad Schuck who built it without blueprints and sprinkled in many of his inventions (like air conditioning in the 1920s). The fourstory house has two stories underground with other notable features like a moat with two bridges, pools on the third floor previously used as bathtubs, swimming pools, and koi ponds, and a vast concrete pergola, also on the third floor. Inquire about historical tours to learn more about the Wonder House’s intriguing history and features.

get cooking Attend a hands-on or demonstration cooking class in Lakeland at Publix Aprons Cooking School. You can sign up online by viewing their calendar, which details each available class. Over the holidays, they offered classes on gingerbread houses, holiday appetizers, cookies, and snacks. Check out the calendar for what’s coming up soon!

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u-pick Come together to handpick tasty, fresh fruits and veggies at one of the many U-pick farms in the county. Whitehead’s Blueberry Farm won Best U-Pick Farm for Best of Haven 2020. Pick all the fresh blueberries you want and pay per pound. During the blueberry season, which typically runs from mid-April through the first weekend in June, grab a basket and pick as many as you’d like from their over 30,000 blueberry plants across 15 acres. Shady Oak Farm won the same category in the Best of LKLD 2020. Pick from their 26,000 blueberry plants of five varieties: Emeralds, Jewels, Gulf Coast, Sharpblue, and Springhigh. This familyowned operation has been in business for 16 years.

jam out Sign up for a music lesson with a private instructor at both Carlton Music Center’s locations in Winter Haven and Lakeland. Check out the selection of music and vocal classes at Lakeland School of Music, or JaM Guitar Studio and start jamming out, man.

a night at the theatre

have a spot of tea

A night out at the theatre is a great way to support the local arts scene. Check out the websites and social media pages of Theatre Winter Haven, Lakeland Community Theatre, Lake Wales Little Theatre, Haines City Community Theatre, The Ritz Theatre, The Ramon Theatre, and Polk Theatre to see what fantastic productions are coming up.

Did you know Polk County has tearooms? I don’t mean sweet iced tea – I mean like real hot tea service. Put on your fanciest pants and make your way to some Earl Grey and dainty treats at the Twisted Teapot, Twenty Seven, Amazing Grace Tea House, or Lavender n’ Lace Tearoom and Restaurant.

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check them off as you go: shop a farmer’s market

take an architecture tour

polk museum of art living wall

the great escape

find your perfect coffee spot

support a local creative

go oldschool at silver moon drive-in

check out the lwac

sweet dreams are made of this

read a good book

show your appreciation for essential workers

go paddleboarding

picnic at bok tower gardens

shop and dine small, often

unBEERlievable options

volunteer

flutter over to the auburndale rotary butterfly garden

have a moonlit dinner

pints and pinball

spook hill

go skydiving

jam out

take a culinary trip around the joinery

catch a show by the cypress gardens water ski team

donate

visit a historic theatre

get thrifty

get ATVenturous at bone valley

add to (or start) your vinyl collection

learn about polk county’s history

find your center

have a spot of tea

antique shopping

take a hike at circle b bar reserve

snap a photo at southgate

get cooking

ride the van fleet trail

wonder house

take flight at the florida air museum

don’t’ sweat it (but do)

hashtag it!

go ice skating

take a self-guided public art tour

a night at the theatre

adopt a pet or help a pup find its furever home

u-pick

tee off

get involved, you young professionals

write a letter

coffee + axes

take an orange grove tour

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Laura is Limitless Laura Prazdnicane, 18-years-old, is a senior at All Saints Academy. She transcends academically and socially, earning high marks in her honors classes. She speaks three languages, has a part-time job, is involved in extracurricular clubs, and was crowned homecoming queen this year. “Laura has a heart… there’s something special about her. She’s an old soul,” said Ashley Bell Barnett. A quiet confidence radiates as Laura speaks about the life she’s had – the one that brought her to America from an orphanage in Latvia.

“They asked me if I would want to come here for school, and I said, ‘Of course!’… I never thought I would have a chance like this to have a good education and family.” Laura has been here for three years now, living with Ashley’s parents, Melony and Robbie Bell. “They are like my family,” she said of the Bells and Barnetts. Much of Laura’s recent life is colored brightly with memories of school, friends, and family, but almost two years ago, her dad passed away. She was in the United States when he died and traveled back to Latvia to attend his funeral.

“I grew up in Latvia in a town called Jelgava,” she began. Laura was just two when her mother passed away. She and her younger brother lived with their father after their mother’s death. Her father struggled with alcoholism, and at six-years-old, she and her brother went to an orphanage. Two years later, Laura would meet Wesley and Ashley Barnett, changing each other’s lives forever.

As with every other traumatic circumstance dealt her by life, she continued to stay positive and work hard. “She’s been through so much trauma in her life, but she’s still so compassionate, and so loving, and so caring, and wants to do more for herself than what her circumstance would behold. [...] Instead of being bitter about circumstance, it’s made her better and more understanding and more compassionate. She sees the world through a better lens than I could ever perceive the world,” said Ashley.

The Barnetts worked with an organization based out of Texas called Orphan Outreach to go on a mission trip to Latvia. They visited an orphanage on the Russian border and another in Jelgava.

Last fall, donning a sparkly black dress, Laura Prazdnicane was crowned All Saints Academy’s 2020 Homecoming Queen. “I felt really honored to be crowned homecoming queen. I honestly was not expecting it because this is only my third year at ASA, and I’m a foreigner. Most of the other kids that were running for the king and queen have been here since the pre-k,” she said. “When I lived in Latvia and when I would watch the “American movies,” I always wondered what it’s like to be chosen by the student body. We don’t have homecomings or proms in Latvia. Therefore, I thought that something like that would never happen to me. Girls in the movies usually are popular, but I’m not like them at all.” She described winning the homecoming court with her boyfriend, Kyle Meadows, as an “amazing experience.”

In the Jelgava orphanage, the Barnetts met 8-year-old Laura Prazdnicane. Laura remembers meeting Ashley for the first time. “She came on a mission trip to help kids with family issues and to talk about Jesus,” she said. “I met her, and we kind of just got really close. […] I think I saw her for only about two days. I didn’t know much about her, and I didn’t speak good English, so it’s funny that we got attached.” “We did have a connection,” said Ashley. “Laura was so innocent with her little smile, and regardless of not speaking the same language, you could feel the love between us in those days that we served. [...] When we left, my heart just broke. Wesley and I were on a little charter bus to leave the orphanage and I can remember her little handprints were up on the window. She said, ‘Don’t leave, don’t leave.’”

Though she is All Saints royalty, Laura doesn’t let the crown get in the way of her activities with Key Club, National Honors Society, as a backstage manager in the theatre program at her school, and her job as the babysitter for three young boys. She plans to start playing tennis this year too.

“I don’t know if we knew we needed to do more or if God planted a seed in our heart,” Ashley continued. “I feel like her story was already written before we were even involved. She was just a special girl. […] We didn’t find her; she found us.”

Laura is uninhibited in the pursuits of her interests, be them art or academia. Last year, she and a friend created a sculpture project in their NuVu class. “Our project got chosen for the upcoming park “Bonnet Springs Park” in Lakeland. We got to work with professionals to make the sculpture real. It was an amazing experience, and I’m super excited to see my sculpture in a park,” she said.

Laura and the Barnetts stayed in contact, and Laura would come to Winter Haven and stay with them during Christmas and summer breaks. She eventually met her biological aunt, who then became her guardian in Latvia, before being given the opportunity to move to the United States for school.

Bolstered by her accomplishments and exemplary grades, Laura was accepted to Florida Southern College. The high school senior is still exploring her career options. “At first, I wanted to be a doctor because I wanted to help people,” she said. “I want to help people because Ashley has helped me so much, and I want to do the same thing for others. […] Now I feel I want to go into business because I want to be

“In Latvia, I went to a boarding school. It was a good place, it was just away from my brother all the time and my grandparents, and it was a really small school,” said Laura, noting the added difficulty of finding a good college to attend there.

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really successful. I want to be the opposite side to my family – I want to do well.”

have a real family, somebody that cares for you,” she said. Laura says her family has helped her beyond measure. “And that’s what I want to do in the future – I want to help people because they’ve shown me what it’s like when somebody helps and cares for you when nobody was. They opened my eyes.”

Surrogate sister Ashley Bell Barnett believes Laura is limitless. “Her confidence is definitely one of her brightest qualities, and I think she’s destined to do wonderful things whatever she chooses in life.” Opportunities have undeniably propelled Laura, but it is something innate which navigates her future and her past. Internal forces of courage and unrelenting work ethic – the courage to leave Latvia and move across the world, the courage to pursue things that interest her and excellence in her studies, and the drive to achieve it.

Though loss and trauma lace through the fabric of her life story, Laura uses these threads as motivation to remain thankful for everything. “You never know what’s going to happen tomorrow,” she said. “One day, I was happy, outside, playing with my brother. We were always alone, but it was still fun. The next day, police came and took us. You never know what’s going to happen. But also, now I’m here, and I never knew that would happen,” she smiled.

Complimenting these traits of strength and resilience are humility, gratitude, and a giving heart. “I’m really thankful for my family that I have now. They show me what it’s like to

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Check Me Out ;) Books inspired by Polk County. Homeland: WEDDING BEES by Sarah-Kate Lynch My son and I have a tradition of driving through backroads to get to Homeland to restock our honey. So, my recommendation is to head to the Homeland Historic Heritage Park and find a sweet spot in the sun to read Wedding Bees. The novel is folksy and fun – a story filled with magical realism, love and lots of bees and honey. Think of it as a fairytale for grownups. Florida Southern: LOVING FRANK by Nancy Horan Florida Southern College is home to the largest single-site collection of Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture – and it is a marvel to experience. “Loving Frank” is a fictional account of the scandalous love affair between Frank Lloyd Wright and Mamah Borthwick. Although this book is about Mamah, not Frank – it does bring an interesting sense of who he was (flaws included) to the beauty of his architecture. Circle B Bar Reserve: THE HIDDEN LIFE OF TREES by Peter Wohlleben Sitting under the live oak canopies of Circle B Bar Reserve is the perfect place to read “The Hidden Life of Trees.” The book is an engaging look at how trees communicate, support, and learn – yes, trees do all of these things for survival! This book brings attention to the wooded world around us and how much more is going on than we ever imagined. Mind blown. Bok Tower Gardens: UNDER A GILDED MOON by Joy Jordan-Lake The Pinewood Estate at Bok Tower Gardens reminds me of the novel, “Under a Gilded Moon.” Both invoke that time period where American Industrialists were building beautiful homes and gardens that celebrated American ideals of innovation and conservation – while at the same time the Country was reeling with inequities and radical change to traditional ways of life. “Under a Gilded Moon” takes place at the Vanderbilt’s North Carolina mansion, Biltmore. It weaves a suspenseful tale of mystery and romance while navigating the worlds of extreme wealth and poverty during the turn of the 20th century.

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Downtown Winter Haven: MISS DREAMSVILLE AND THE COLLIER COUNTY WOMEN’S LITERARY SOCIETY by Amy Hill Hearth Winter Haven’s quaint downtown is a perfect strolling destination and the book it brings to mind is “Miss Dreamsville and the Collier County Women’s Literary Society.” Although set in a different part of Florida, the novel depicts small town life in 1962, and it brings alive that particular period in American history when cultural change was around every corner. The book centers on a group of misfits who form a book club whose daring selections open the novel up to themes of identity, race and gender. Although it deals with heavy themes – the book is actually a funny, quick reading escape. Van Fleet State Trail: SWAMPLANDIA! by Karen Russell Take a bike ride through the Green Swamp on the Van Fleet trail – at the Green Pond Picnic Pavilion pull out a copy of “Swamplandia!” and enjoy this atmospheric coming of age tale of an alligator wrestling dynasty set in the Everglades. Of course, watch out for those gators on the bike ride back! Hickory Lake Scrub: THE DRUNKEN BOTANIST by Amy Steward Hickory Lake Scrub is known for its rare and diverse flora and fauna – so, what comes to mind for me is the non-fiction book “The Drunken Botanist.” Booze and botany – what a combination! The book is an exploration of all of the ways humans have turned the horticultural around them into intoxicating libations. Part history, part science, part recipe book = perfect fodder for cocktail conversation. Sitting on my front porch: FLORIDA by Lauren Groff I love watching storms come in over the lake while I sit, semisheltered, on my front porch. “Florida” by Lauren Groff has that same intense energy of a summer storm. As anyone who has spent any long amount of time in Florida knows – it is both a place and a mood, and the book somehow captures the gothic darkness of the Sunshine State perfectly. The stories in “Florida” quickly pull you in and then deliver a slow burn all within a handful of pages. The stories stay with me long after I have closed the book.

100 Days of Giving As part of their 100-year anniversary celebration, Citizens Bank & Trust announced 100 Days of Giving, an opportunity for qualified Polk County non-profit organizations to apply for part of a $100,000 grant fund. Since 1920, Citizens Bank & Trust has been a stable and loyal partner with the communities they serve. This grant fund, designed to address local community needs, continues their commitment of giving by helping organizations that are making a difference to improve the lives of Polk County citizens. We asked President and CEO Greg Littleton about the initiative.

GL: No one could have expected what 2020 has brought us, especially nonprofit organizations that rely on a consistent stream of funding to provide badly needed services. Many nonprofits are people-facing, and when social distancing was put into place, this took a huge toll on the services they could provide. When you hear of the struggles our local residents were facing – needing food, shelter, and medical help, it wasn’t a question of should we help; it was a question of how we would and how we could best assist.

Q: Citizens Bank & Trust has chosen to celebrate its 100th anniversary by celebrating local nonprofit organizations. Why was this form of celebration important to Citizens Bank & Trust?

Q: As you reflect on your time with Citizens Bank & Trust and its role in the community over the last 100 years, what are you most proud of? What qualities or business practices do you think has made Citizens Bank & Trust such a cornerstone institution in Polk County?

GL: Supporting the communities that we serve has always been very important to our bank and at the very core of our mission. These locally-based organizations are the driving force in helping those in our own backyard. These local heroes are perfect examples of care and compassion, giving back and lending a hand to those in need. As local bankers who work for, live in, and support this wonderful community we all call home, each and every one of you are the reason we’re able to celebrate our 100th year in business. We’re humbled and thankful, so we thought the best way to express our gratitude was by giving back!

GL: Being a 100-year-old, family-owned, third-generation business based entirely in Polk County means we truly understand our community. We believe in putting people first, from our loyal family of customers to our Citizens Bank & Trust work-family. I really believe that if you consistently try to do the right thing, people will take notice and appreciate that philosophy. We also believe that if employees enjoy what they do, that it is passed along in each customer interaction and experience. I am proud of our bank and its accomplishments. I am proud of the countless families and businesses we have had the pleasure of serving, and at times helping, over the years. I am proud of our history and our legacy, and I am proud of the support we are able to give to our community.

Q: During any year, $100,000 worth of grant funds would mean a great deal to nonprofit organizations within our community. Perhaps this year it means more. What difference do you hope 100 Days of Giving makes to those organizations and the community at large?

Q: The 100 Days of Giving celebration will likely inspire other businesses and regular citizens alike. How would you encourage those businesses and community members to make “giving” a priority in their work and lives?

GL: Our hope is that the funds can assist these organizations in continuing to serve those who need it the most. We’ve seen the financial impact 2020 has had on many of our local nonprofits and, in turn, see the great need to step up and help them just like they help others every day. The needs of our local residents come first and foremost, and whether it’s 1920 or 2020, this is the vision and mission we have sought to carry out daily as Polk County’s community bank.

GL: We truly hope the 100 Days of Giving initiative will inspire others to take the time to volunteer, make a monetary donation, or even simply spread the word about organizations that are in need. I encourage everyone to take a moment and reflect upon your life. If your basic needs are met, it’s important to be thankful for all that you have and then work to try and help others. Once you, or a business, establishes this mindset, it’s much easier to give back to those who might not be as fortunate. All of us here at Citizens Bank & Trust urge our local businesses and community members to remember those in need even during the best of times. Every person in our community deserves a happy, healthy life. We’re grateful to be here 100 years later, and as always, we’re proud to be your bank.

Q: What are some of the stories or sentiments you’ve heard or seen from area nonprofits this year regarding their struggles and needs that sparked such a sizeable give-back initiative?

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WINTER HAVEN FARMERS MARKET When: Jan. 16, 2021 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: NE corner of Third St. & Ave. C SW Winter Haven winterhavenfarmersmarket.com The Market features a wide variety of farmers, unusual food trucks, artisan food vendors, plants, and a sprinkling of crafts. Enjoy a strong selection of “ready-to-eat” foods and freshly picked produce with live music. Located across from Grove Roots in the parking lot of the BB&T Bank building every Saturday.

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CREATING COMMUNITY THROUGH QUILTS & ART When: Jan. 20 -May 15, 2021 Where: Lake Wales Museum & Cultural Center 325 S Scenic Hwy, Lake Wales cityoflakewales.com/774/Exhibits The act of making quilts, displaying them in the museum, and showcasing local places of Lake Wales in artwork was a traditional way the Lake Wales History Museum connected with the community. Works by local artists of historical places will be paired with the museum’s quilt collection. Open Wed-Sat, 10 am -5 pm. 863-678-4182 TRIVIA WEDNESDAY When: Jan. 20, 2021 | 6:30 p.m. Where: Swan Brewing 115 W Pine St., Lakeland Teams may consist of 6 people or less and everyone must be at the same table. Enjoy food trucks and excellent beer, too! HIP HOP YOGA WITH PRIMA When: Jan. 22, 2021 | 6 p.m. Where: Inside Out Yoga 52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven ioyogastudio.com Hip-hop originated from the Bronx as a cry from disenfranchised black communities and beyond. Yoga is an ancient spiritual practice. Both are now mainstream beyond their origins and have become valuable tools for - CONTINUED ON PAGE 62 -

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DEMOCRATIC WOMEN’S CLUB OF EAST POLK/RIDGE When: Jan. 26, 2021 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. Where: The R-Place Eatery Restaurant 35523 Hwy 27, Haines City All Democratic women are welcome to join the club, where they discuss shared political views and volunteer for activities that help elect fellow Democrats. Contact: Anne Huffman, Club President (863-242-3230) and annehuffman01@gmail.com

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ROCK FOR PAWS When: Jan. 30, 2021 | 7 p.m. Where: Polk Theatre 139 S Florida Avenue, Lakeland spcaflorida.org/rock-for-paws SPCA Florida, Smokepoint and the Polk Theatre are teaming up for this important fundraising event. All ticket sales go directly to the help the animals. This is a limited capacity event to promote social distancing. Please join them for a fun evening of live music, multiple dance areas, great food selections, concession snacks, beverages, spirits, raffles, and event T-shirts all available for sale. Cash bar. Register in advance.

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SOLD HOMES

537 ST GEORGE DR................................... DAVENPORT............ 11/3/2020............. $94,900 651 CHINA BERRY CIR............................... DAVENPORT............ 11/3/2020.............. $97,000 1330 ADAIR RD......................................... DAVENPORT............ 11/6/2020............. $98,000

AUBURNDALE

177 SILVER MAPLE BND............................. DAVENPORT............ 11/4/2020............$100,000 192 SILVER MAPLE BND............................. DAVENPORT............ 11/4/2020............$100,000

617 OAK ST.............................................AUBURNDALE............ 11/9/2020............. $60,000

814 CALABRIA AVE................................... DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............ $135,000

705 ORANGE ST.....................................AUBURNDALE............ 11/3/2020............$100,000

914 CARIBBEAN DR.................................. DAVENPORT............ 11/5/2020............ $145,000

618 WALNUT ST......................................AUBURNDALE......... 10/30/2020............ $138,000

333 FELTRIM RESERVE BLVD.................... DAVENPORT............ 11/3/2020............ $148,800

3066 LANTANA CIR................................AUBURNDALE............ 11/3/2020............$140,000

337 FELTRIM RESERVE BLVD.................... DAVENPORT............ 11/3/2020............ $148,800

308 LUNA RD.........................................AUBURNDALE......... 10/30/2020.............$175,000

341 FELTRIM RESERVE BLVD..................... DAVENPORT............ 11/3/2020............ $148,800

117 NOXON ST.........................................AUBURNDALE............ 11/3/2020.............$175,000

345 FELTRIM RESERVE BLVD.................... DAVENPORT............ 11/3/2020............ $148,800

151 CORY CT...........................................AUBURNDALE............ 11/4/2020............ $183,000

818 TERRACE RIDGE CIR.......................... DAVENPORT............ 11/6/2020............ $160,000

177 NEWBERN CIR...................................AUBURNDALE......... 10/30/2020........... $205,000

2633 CALABRIA AVE................................. DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............ $170,000

1836 SKYVIEW DR..................................AUBURNDALE......... 10/30/2020............. $211,000

430 ANNABELLE WAY.............................. DAVENPORT............ 11/9/2020............ $186,800

500 BURNHAM CIR................................AUBURNDALE............11/11/2020.............$212,000

434 ANNABELLE WAY............................... DAVENPORT............ 11/9/2020............ $186,800

402 CAPRI WAY......................................AUBURNDALE.............11/7/2020.............$214,500

438 ANNABELLE WAY............................... DAVENPORT............ 11/9/2020............ $186,800

153 BELLARIA CT....................................AUBURNDALE......... 10/30/2020............ $218,600

442 ANNABELLE WAY............................... DAVENPORT............ 11/9/2020............ $186,800

356 CASCARA LN...................................AUBURNDALE.............11/7/2020............ $218,800

446 ANNABELLE WAY.............................. DAVENPORT............ 11/9/2020............ $186,800

703 KINDRED LN....................................AUBURNDALE............ 11/6/2020............$226,000

450 ANNABELLE WAY.............................. DAVENPORT............ 11/9/2020............ $186,800

416 BURNHAM CIR.................................AUBURNDALE......... 10/30/2020............$239,000

311 MERIDIAN ST....................................... DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020........... $205,000

902 HILLGROVE LN................................AUBURNDALE............ 11/4/2020............$249,000

285 CITRUS ISLE LOOP............................. DAVENPORT............ 11/6/2020............ $207,000

312 WINONA CT......................................AUBURNDALE............ 11/6/2020............$250,000

1355 KNOLLWOOD DR.............................. DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............ $210,000

252 WALKERS POINT DR........................AUBURNDALE.......... 10/31/2020............ $262,300

225 ALMERIA WAY.................................... DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............ $210,000

1259 BERKLEY RD...................................AUBURNDALE............ 11/4/2020......... $1,520,000

219 FOXTAIL LOOP................................... DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020.............$213,500

BARTOW

836 GRANDIN ST...................................... DAVENPORT............ 11/4/2020............ $216,000 791 CITRUS ISLE DR.................................. DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............. $217,600

1495 E SUMMERLIN ST.................................... BARTOW......... 10/30/2020.............. $87,000

192 FELTRIM RESERVE BLVD..................... DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............$224,000

7216 LAKE ENDERLY DR.................................. BARTOW......... 10/30/2020..............$93,900

196 FELTRIM RESERVE BLVD..................... DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............$224,000

1166 CHURCH ST............................................ BARTOW............ 11/6/2020..............$121,500

212 FIDDLEWOOD CT............................... DAVENPORT...........11/10/2020.............$224,100

3210 WALLACE RD.......................................... BARTOW......... 10/30/2020.............$125,000

759 CITRUS ISLE DR................................. DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............ $224,700

3272 SOUTH AVE............................................ BARTOW......... 10/30/2020............ $134,000

333 TOLDEDO RD..................................... DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............$230,000

360 W TYLER ST............................................. BARTOW............ 11/6/2020.............$139,900

120 SONJA CIR.......................................... DAVENPORT............ 11/2/2020............$230,000

1325 BAY ST..................................................... BARTOW......... 10/30/2020............ $150,000

133 CLOVERBROOK TRL........................... DAVENPORT.......... 10/31/2020............$234,900

2155 DE LAS FLORES AVE................................ BARTOW............ 11/4/2020.............$175,000

1119 LYCASTE DR....................................... DAVENPORT............ 11/4/2020............ $237,000

1614 TAYLOR LANDING DR............................. BARTOW...........11/10/2020............$225,000

3412 MONACO LN..................................... DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020........... $240,000

5443 WELLS RD.............................................. BARTOW......... 10/30/2020........... $240,000

152 BOYDFIELD LN.................................... DAVENPORT............ 11/4/2020............$240,900

2160 DE LAS FLORES AVE............................... BARTOW............ 11/4/2020............$250,000

415 KAFFIR WAY........................................ DAVENPORT............ 11/6/2020........... $246,800

3415 REYNOLDS RD........................................ BARTOW............ 11/3/2020............$339,000

425 CASTLEMAIN CIR............................... DAVENPORT............ 11/6/2020........... $248,000

DAVENPORT

510 HANGING MOSS RD........................... DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............$256,000

170 LAZY WILLOW DR.............................. DAVENPORT...........11/10/2020.............. $55,200

3418 MONACO LN.................................... DAVENPORT............ 11/4/2020............ $257,400

92 CITRUS RIDGE DR................................ DAVENPORT............ 11/9/2020............. $60,000

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196 CLOVERBROOK TRL.......................... DAVENPORT.......... 10/31/2020............$258,900

504 SEATTLE SLEW DR............................. DAVENPORT............ 11/9/2020..............$311,200

198 SUNDOWN CT.................................... DAVENPORT...........11/10/2020........... $260,000

344 SUMMER SQUALL RD........................ DAVENPORT............ 11/9/2020.............$315,900

169 ARIA WAY........................................... DAVENPORT............ 11/4/2020.............$261,000

620 TUPELO CIR....................................... DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............. $317,500

545 BUCHANNAN DR............................... DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............. $261,700

212 WILLOW VIEW DR............................... DAVENPORT.......... 10/31/2020............$320,000

205 GREENWICH ST 47............................. DAVENPORT............ 11/2/2020............$265,000

484 SEATTLE SLEW DR............................. DAVENPORT............ 11/4/2020.............$321,600

145 CLOVERBROOK TRL.......................... DAVENPORT............ 11/2/2020.............$265,100

621 GREYMOUNT ST................................ DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............$322,000

525 NICKEN GRV...................................... DAVENPORT...........11/10/2020............$265,800

612 CANTABRIA DR................................... DAVENPORT............ 11/4/2020............$325,000

312 ABERDEEN DR.................................... DAVENPORT............ 11/6/2020............ $267,000

4659 CORTLAND DR................................ DAVENPORT............ 11/4/2020............$335,000

469 NOBLE AVE........................................ DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............ $269,700

206 BONVILLE DR.................................... DAVENPORT............ 11/6/2020............$339,000

3439 MONACO LN.................................... DAVENPORT...........11/10/2020............$269,800

444 SEATTLE SLEW DR............................. DAVENPORT............ 11/3/2020............$352,000

317 REGENCY RIDGE DR........................... DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............$270,000

1635 NINA DR............................................ DAVENPORT............ 11/2/2020............$375,000

516 NICKEN GRV....................................... DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............ $273,700

1319 YORKSHIRE CT.................................. DAVENPORT............ 11/3/2020........... $390,000

1714 LAKESIDE AVE................................... DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............ $275,000

7520 OAKMOSS LOOP............................. DAVENPORT............ 11/5/2020............$478,600

1041 SOLANA CIR..................................... DAVENPORT............ 11/5/2020............ $275,000

508 SAN SEBASTIAN CT........................... DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020.............$521,800

513 NICKEN GRV....................................... DAVENPORT...........11/10/2020............ $275,800

2300 LELANI CIR...................................... DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............ $614,600

309 REGENCY RIDGE DR.......................... DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............$276,000

2370 NORTH BLVD C-1.............................. DAVENPORT............ 11/5/2020.........$1,000,000

308 JOVANA RD........................................ DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............$279,000

2370 NORTH BLVD C-2............................. DAVENPORT............ 11/5/2020.........$1,000,000

712 BROOKLET DR.................................... DAVENPORT............ 11/6/2020........... $280,000

2370 NORTH BLVD C-3............................. DAVENPORT............ 11/5/2020.........$1,000,000

720 BROOKLET DR................................... DAVENPORT.......... 11/30/2020............$282,000

1028 US HIGHWAY 17/92........................... DAVENPORT.......... 10/31/2020........ $2,000,000

113 ARIA WAY............................................ DAVENPORT............ 11/9/2020.............$282,100

200 JEREMY DR........................................ DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020......... $4,522,500

613 SARDINIA CIR..................................... DAVENPORT............ 11/5/2020............$285,000 109 EMERALDVIEW AVE........................... DAVENPORT.......... 11/24/2020............$295,000

HAINES CITY

516 ZAMORA WAY.................................... DAVENPORT............ 11/2/2020............$296,800

251 PATTERSON RD D-6............................ HAINES CITY............ 11/4/2020..............$52,000

108 HAMLET LOOP................................... DAVENPORT............ 11/9/2020........... $305,000

1012 CHANLER DR..................................... HAINES CITY............ 11/6/2020..............$76,000

312 JOVANA RD......................................... DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............ $307,000

992 CHANLER DR..................................... HAINES CITY............ 11/6/2020..............$76,000

708 BROOKLET DR................................... DAVENPORT............ 11/4/2020............ $307,000

301 WOLVERINE ST................................... HAINES CITY............ 11/2/2020.............. $77,000

573 SCRUB JAY WAY................................. DAVENPORT......... 10/30/2020............ $310,000

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January 2021

Balancing Work and Life The Andreasen Group Monthly Newsletter

As my family begins to plan our own modified Holiday celebrations for winter, I’ve been thinking about how to make this Holiday season special for my team, even as old modes of connection are limited. Professionals — especially those who work independently or run small real estate agencies — may feel the lack of in-person connection keenly at this time of year. The camaraderie and collegiality of sharing a laugh is different over a Zoom call, but you can still capture some of this joy and find space for your own celebrations without hopping between a different Holiday Zoom cocktail hour every night. Here are a few tips to help professionals navigate their work-life balance during this socially distant Holiday season. HOWEVER YOU CHOOSE TO CELEBRATE THIS YEAR, PRIORITIZE SAFETY As COVID-19 cases continue to spike in many states this month, encourage your team and family to keep local health restrictions in mind when planning Holiday travel and visits. It’s critical to encourage safe behavior in the office today, and this can be especially challenging for those who are traveling to see family when they want to return to work. • Clearly articulate the health protocols and safety standards for your office space. • Model diligent mask-wearing in your own office and if you travel, follow local quarantine guidelines on both sides of your trip. • Plan ahead and share your plans. Let your colleagues and clients know why you can’t meet face-to-face to help uphold a high standard of safety and precautionary measures. It’s important that everyone has time to relax with family and friends, and it’s critical that your Holiday plans don’t have a negative impact on the safety of everyone else in the office. To find this balance, communicate clearly and demonstrate the kind of behavior you hope to see in colleagues. For many companies and organizations, this means that your Holiday gathering may be another video call, but with the right attitude and a round of deliveries, you can still come together for an hour of cheer.

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TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CONNECTIONS, PLAN HOW YOU WILL DISCONNECT Heading into the Holiday season, as with

any time off, make a careful plan that will allow you and your team to disconnect from work to enjoy quality time with family and friends. • Set clear expectations for the whole team. Establish clear guidelines for what turnaround times are going to be and create a clear plan of action for what should happen if something goes wrong. This means establishing a communications plan. Ensure that everyone knows whether to text, call, or email in the event that they need urgent support. • Make a plan to cover client accounts and to give everyone a break. Our team aims to keep everyone offline as much as possible during the Holidays, and this takes careful coordination between team members to ensure that our customer support desk remains covered. • Micromanage your push notifications. What you choose to mute or leave on will be highly personal, but I typically mute my email program so that I can really finetune what I need to address and when. In most industries, real estate included, business tends to slow down for a few days while everyone takes a pause to spend time with loved ones. Even if you’re running your own company or independent firm, don’t fall into the trap of working through the Holidays. A key part of being your own boss is knowing when it’s time to clearly communicate your availability, put down your phone and spend quality time with family and friends. DEEP WORK REQUIRES PLANNED REST Maybe you get to dictate when and where you work. You can take a couple of days off, and you play an integral part in establishing your firm’s culture from the top down. The Holidays are a great time for you to ensure that you and your team are taking time to rest and recharge. And as you know, time off is critical to maintaining your ability to dial in and do deep work on a regular basis. As you look at the months ahead, you have a fresh opportunity to ensure that your time-off policies accommodate all your employees’ needs — leadership included. With the right policies in place, strong communication and a well-made plan, everyone on your team can get the rest they need to return to the office on Jan. 4 feeling refreshed.

5023 SHERWOOD LN 3933/4.................... HAINES CITY............ 11/3/2020............. $86,000

2419 LYDIA ST........................................... LAKE WALES........... 11/13/2020...............$67,700

1123 AVENUE J........................................... HAINES CITY............ 11/4/2020............ $130,000

2515 CLUB CIR LOT 374............................. LAKE WALES......... 10/30/2020..............$73,000

43 TANGELO DR....................................... HAINES CITY......... 10/30/2020............. $141,000

115 CHERRYWOOD DR.............................. LAKE WALES............ 11/4/2020..............$75,000

2498 ST AUGUSTINE BLVD....................... HAINES CITY......... 10/30/2020............ $155,000

2421 FRIEDLANDER RD............................. LAKE WALES............ 11/2/2020..............$79,000

558 PINNACLE DR..................................... HAINES CITY............ 11/6/2020............ $165,000

264 SADDLE LN........................................ LAKE WALES............ 11/4/2020............. $83,000

2011 PARK AVE.......................................... HAINES CITY......... 10/30/2020............ $193,800

227 LA CASA............................................. LAKE WALES......... 10/30/2020..............$93,500

161 HENRY STEVENS DR............................ HAINES CITY............ 11/3/2020.............$213,000

802 CAMPBELL AVE................................. LAKE WALES......... 10/30/2020..............$95,000

382 PENTAS LN......................................... HAINES CITY............ 11/4/2020.............$224,100

352 BEAR TRL........................................... LAKE WALES............ 11/5/2020.............. $97,500

201 HENRY STEVENS DR........................... HAINES CITY......... 10/30/2020.............$227,000

222 LA CASA CONDOS............................. LAKE WALES......... 10/30/2020............. $99,000 18 ANCHOR INN RD.................................. LAKE WALES...........11/10/2020............$104,000

1116 ZION DR............................................. HAINES CITY............ 11/6/2020............$230,900

10344 LYNNWOOD AVE........................... LAKE WALES............ 11/5/2020............$108,000

464 MONTICELLI DR................................ HAINES CITY......... 10/30/2020............$236,400

339 DEER CT............................................. LAKE WALES......... 10/30/2020.............$110,000

1724 CLUBHOUSE CV............................... HAINES CITY......... 10/30/2020............$242,000

2880 SILVER SPUR LOOP......................... LAKE WALES............ 11/5/2020............ $130,000

1022 KOBUK ST......................................... HAINES CITY............ 11/6/2020............$242,300

9035 TEMPLE DR...................................... LAKE WALES......... 10/30/2020............ $135,000

2100 NIGHTHAWK DR.............................. HAINES CITY............ 11/2/2020............$243,000

1305 LAKEVIEW RD.................................. LAKE WALES............ 11/6/2020............ $136,000

202 HENRY STEVENS DR.......................... HAINES CITY......... 10/30/2020............ $247,000

1021 SCENIC HWY..................................... LAKE WALES......... 10/30/2020............ $149,000

618 TORTUGAS ST.................................... HAINES CITY............ 11/6/2020.............$247,700

432 JOHNSON AVE................................... LAKE WALES............ 11/4/2020.............$179,000

614 TORTUGAS ST.................................... HAINES CITY......... 10/30/2020.............$252,700

4266 ORCHID BLVD.................................. LAKE WALES............ 11/3/2020............ $189,000

129 LESALL DR.......................................... HAINES CITY............ 11/6/2020............$255,000

300 TILLMAN AVE.................................... LAKE WALES............ 11/4/2020............ $195,000

305 MEADOW POINTE DR........................ HAINES CITY...........11/10/2020............ $255,600

943 OXFORD WAY.................................... LAKE WALES............ 11/5/2020............ $199,900

377 VILLA SORRENTO CIR........................ HAINES CITY............ 11/6/2020............$269,000

9294 SHEPPARD DR................................. LAKE WALES.......... 11/30/2020............$220,000

2199 MALLORY CIR................................... HAINES CITY......... 10/30/2020............ $282,500

2658 CANAL RD........................................ LAKE WALES......... 10/30/2020............ $287,000

512 PINELOCH DR..................................... HAINES CITY............ 11/3/2020............$320,000

4252 DUNMORE DR................................. LAKE WALES............ 11/4/2020............$299,000

1679 WATERVIEW LOOP........................... HAINES CITY............12/4/2020........... $380,000

2522 LAKE FRONT DR............................... LAKE WALES............ 11/3/2020............$325,000

40 RANCH TRAILS RD.............................. HAINES CITY............ 11/6/2020...........$400,000

3962 MAMMOTH GROVE RD................... LAKE WALES............ 11/6/2020............$335,000

3260 STATE ROAD 546............................. HAINES CITY............ 11/6/2020............$475,000

4706 BROOKSHIRE CT............................. LAKE WALES......... 10/30/2020........... $420,000

LAKE ALFRED

LAKELAND

255 S NEKOMA AVE.................................LAKE ALFRED............ 11/4/2020............. $137,500

1518 HOLLOW TREE CT................................ LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020..............$53,600

113 JAMES CIR...........................................LAKE ALFRED............ 11/4/2020........... $280,000

1536 HOLLOW TREE CT............................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020..............$53,600

190 HAINESPORT DR...............................LAKE ALFRED............ 11/2/2020............$425,000

4040 PINE FOREST PL................................. LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020..............$53,600

412 BONAMIA AVE...................................LAKE ALFRED............ 11/9/2020............$474,800

4129 TIMBER VALLEY WAY.......................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020..............$53,600

LAKE WALES

4141 TIMBER VALLEY WAY........................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020..............$53,600 4156 SHEARWATER ST................................. LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020..............$53,600

5230 WOODVILLE ST............................... LAKE WALES............ 11/6/2020............. $50,000

4162 SHEARWATER ST................................. LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020..............$53,600

4403 CLUB CIR......................................... LAKE WALES............ 11/2/2020............. $54,000

1002 W 9TH ST............................................ LAKELAND.......... 10/31/2020..............$55,000

3200 RIVER RANCH BLVD........................ LAKE WALES............ 11/3/2020..............$55,000

1864 CREEKS VISTA BLVD............................ LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020.............. $55,500

7130 PORTER DR...................................... LAKE WALES......... 10/30/2020............. $60,000

2850 CREEKS CROSSING BLVD................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020.............. $55,500

5130 ABC RD LOT 77................................. LAKE WALES........... 11/12/2020.............. $61,000

2002 RIDGE MEADOW DR........................... LAKELAND............ 11/6/2020............. $60,000

374 F ST..................................................... LAKE WALES............ 11/9/2020...............$62,100

8112 STUART LN........................................... LAKELAND...........11/10/2020............. $60,000

205 LONGHORN DR................................. LAKE WALES............ 11/3/2020..............$65,000

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110 PALOMINO PATH................................ LAKE WALES............ 11/3/2020............. $66,000

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505 KANSAS AVE......................................... LAKELAND............ 11/5/2020..............$60,500

3710 HAMPTON HILLS DR........................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............ $185,000

839 GOLDEN RULE CT................................ LAKELAND............ 11/2/2020..............$70,000

8693 PEBBLEBROOKE WAY......................... LAKELAND............ 11/3/2020............ $185,000

720 PINE RIDGE DR...................................... LAKELAND............ 11/4/2020..............$76,000

1611 SALESBERRY ST.................................... LAKELAND............ 11/6/2020............ $185,000

610 WESTOVER ST....................................... LAKELAND............ 11/5/2020............. $85,000

623 FRANCIS BLVD...................................... LAKELAND...........11/10/2020............ $189,900

1260 MELVILLE AVE..................................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020...............$89,100

1618 SALESBERRY ST................................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............ $190,000

1039 W 12TH ST............................................ LAKELAND............ 11/6/2020..............$89,500

7551 DOVE MEADOW TRL........................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............ $190,000

6838 DOVE MEADOW TRL.......................... LAKELAND............ 11/4/2020............. $90,000

1845 FERN AVE............................................ LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............ $192,000

4945 US HIGHWAY 92................................. LAKELAND............ 12/1/2020............. $90,000

5956 CHICKADEE DR.................................. LAKELAND............ 11/4/2020............ $193,000

1416 LEIGHTON AVE.................................... LAKELAND............ 11/5/2020..............$96,500

413 EL SALVADOR DR.................................. LAKELAND............ 11/9/2020............ $194,900

8199 CAMPBELL CROSSING CIR.................. LAKELAND............ 11/3/2020............. $98,000

384 ENCLAVE DR......................................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............ $196,000

8275 CAMPBELL CROSSING CIR.................. LAKELAND............ 11/3/2020............. $98,000

1412 N GRACE ST.......................................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............ $196,000

3624 LAZY LAKE DR.................................... LAKELAND............ 11/2/2020............$100,000

826 LINCOLN AVE....................................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020........... $200,000

1645 MERRICK RD....................................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............ $103,500

438 FOX LAKE DR........................................ LAKELAND............ 11/6/2020........... $200,000

525 NORFOLK CIR....................................... LAKELAND............ 11/3/2020............ $105,000

630 EASTWAY DR........................................ LAKELAND............ 11/9/2020........... $200,000

230 WESTOVER ST...................................... LAKELAND.............11/7/2020............ $120,000

941 HICKS RD.............................................. LAKELAND...........11/10/2020........... $200,000

4624 DEESON RD........................................ LAKELAND............ 11/3/2020............. $121,000

8701 PEBBLEBROOKE WAY.......................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020........... $206,000

417 EASTWAY DR......................................... LAKELAND............ 11/2/2020.............$125,000

8155 CAMPBELL CROSSING CIR.................. LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............. $211,800

7462 DOVE MEADOW TRL.......................... LAKELAND............ 11/9/2020............. $130,100

3517 LORI LN................................................ LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020.............$212,000

911 LAKE AVE............................................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............ $133,000

8171 CAMPBELL CROSSING CIR................... LAKELAND............ 11/6/2020.............$212,900

5404 QUARRY ROCK RD............................ LAKELAND...........11/10/2020.............$139,500

3958 WHITE IBIS RD.................................... LAKELAND............ 11/5/2020.............$213,000

533 SANDSTONE ST..................................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............ $144,000

6229 EGRET DR........................................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020.............$215,000

916 MARLER ST............................................ LAKELAND............ 11/5/2020............ $148,000

2481 CRUTCHFIELD RD............................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............$220,000

1011 OAKHILL ST.......................................... LAKELAND............ 11/3/2020............ $150,000

4367 PEBBLE POINTE DR............................. LAKELAND............ 11/6/2020............$220,000

4624 DEESON RD........................................ LAKELAND............ 11/3/2020............ $150,000

343 LOUIS EDWARD CT............................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............$223,000

2020 W BASSEDENA CIR............................. LAKELAND............ 11/6/2020............ $150,000

3858 COVINGTON LN.................................. LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............$226,000

2509 ORLEANS AVE..................................... LAKELAND...........11/10/2020............ $150,000

8048 SUGAR PINE BLVD.............................. LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............$229,000

1145 VERMONT AVE..................................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............ $155,000

1023 LAKE MIRIAM DR................................. LAKELAND............ 11/9/2020............ $229,900

943 SADDLEWOOD BLVD........................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............ $160,000

5848 LAKE BREEZE AVE.............................. LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............$230,000

331 LAKE HARRIS DR................................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............ $165,000

2408 OLD MEDULLA RD............................. LAKELAND............ 11/2/2020............$233,000

4601 SWINDELL RD..................................... LAKELAND............ 11/2/2020............ $165,000

417 W PALM DR............................................ LAKELAND............ 11/9/2020............$234,900

1069 LOWERY AVE...................................... LAKELAND............ 11/3/2020............ $165,000

6134 MISSION DR........................................ LAKELAND............ 11/2/2020............$235,000

1134 W DOROTHY ST................................... LAKELAND............ 11/5/2020............ $165,000

2241 MAPLE HILL DR.................................... LAKELAND............ 11/3/2020............$235,000

1415 BRAMBLEWOOD DR............................ LAKELAND............ 11/6/2020............ $166,000

8235 CAMPBELL CROSSING CIR................. LAKELAND............ 11/6/2020............$240,300

642 EAGLE RUN........................................... LAKELAND............ 11/5/2020............ $169,900

1918 HARVEST LANDING CIR....................... LAKELAND............ 11/6/2020.............$241,600

721 ORANGE ST A........................................ LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020.............$175,000

3938 WHITE IBIS RD.................................... LAKELAND............ 11/6/2020............ $242,500

2838 WOODCREST LN................................ LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020.............$175,000

8243 CAMPBELL CROSSING CIR................. LAKELAND...........11/10/2020........... $244,400

7833 MANOR DR......................................... LAKELAND............ 11/4/2020..............$176,100

936 HICKS RD.............................................. LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............$245,000

2147 WINTERSET DR.................................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............ $180,000

5903 SHINGLE CREEK RD............................ LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............$249,200

2835 KATHRYN AVE.................................... LAKELAND............ 11/6/2020............ $180,000

2664 GRANDBURY GROVE RD................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............$249,800

7818 LEWIS RD............................................. LAKELAND............ 11/6/2020............ $180,000

6844 SHADOWCAST LN.............................. LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............$249,900

6351 EGRET DR............................................ LAKELAND............ 11/5/2020............. $181,000

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2663 GRANDBURY GROVE RD.................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............$250,000

803 SEARS AVE.................................... WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............ $150,000

2026 ROCKY POINTE DR............................. LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............$250,000

134 BEVERLY DR.................................. WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............ $154,000

6370 ALAMANDA HILLS DR......................... LAKELAND............ 11/4/2020............$254,900

892 BUCCANEER BLVD........................ WINTER HAVEN...........11/10/2020............ $155,000

405 W TOM COSTINE RD............................ LAKELAND............ 11/5/2020............ $257,000

130 CITRUS DR.................................... WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............ $160,000

2076 HARVEST LANDING CIR...................... LAKELAND............ 11/6/2020............$258,600

755 AVENUE N..................................... WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............ $165,000

3930 BUTTONBUSH CIR............................. LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020........... $260,000

149 KINGS POND AVE.......................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/3/2020............ $185,000

2323 CREEKS CROSSING DR....................... LAKELAND............ 11/5/2020............$265,400

3011 SILVERADO TER........................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/6/2020............ $185,000

1048 COLONY PARK DR.............................. LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............ $275,000

4405 GLENNS LNDG........................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/6/2020............ $186,000

2610 BROOKSIDE BLUFF LOOP................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............ $275,000

2868 WHISPERING TRAILS DR............ WINTER HAVEN............ 11/6/2020.............$187,000

4202 LIVE OAK RD....................................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............$282,900

1660 AMBAR CT.................................. WINTER HAVEN............ 11/6/2020.............$193,500

6418 ALAMANDA HILLS DR......................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............$286,200

176 SE BEVERLY DR.............................. WINTER HAVEN............ 11/5/2020............ $195,000

1131 MISSISSIPPI AVE.................................... LAKELAND............ 11/4/2020........... $290,000

4049 CARTERET DR............................ WINTER HAVEN............ 11/9/2020............ $195,000

5570 SUPERIOR DR..................................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............$292,000

1911 BROWN ST.................................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/6/2020............ $199,000

3363 TAWNY GROVE PL.............................. LAKELAND............ 11/6/2020.............$296,100

1199 NORMANDY HEIGHTS CIR........... WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020........... $200,000

1210 VALLEY HILL DR................................... LAKELAND............ 11/3/2020........... $300,000

1343 HAINES DR.................................. WINTER HAVEN............ 11/9/2020............$202,000

5822 CHRISTIANSEN CT.............................. LAKELAND............ 11/6/2020............ $314,000

5572 FOREST RIDGE DR....................... WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020........... $205,000

4729 HULSE LN............................................ LAKELAND............ 11/9/2020............ $315,000

273 MEADOWBROOK BLVD................ WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020........... $209,000

6419 ENGLISH CREEK DR............................ LAKELAND............ 11/6/2020............ $318,900

3631 QUEENS COVE BLVD................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/2/2020............ $210,000

5809 CHRISTIANSEN CT............................. LAKELAND.......... 10/31/2020.............$321,800

759 PIEDMONT DR.............................. WINTER HAVEN............ 11/6/2020............ $210,000

2102 BRANDYWINE CT................................ LAKELAND............ 11/6/2020............$323,000

1470 LUCERNE LOOP RD..................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/6/2020............ $210,000

8023 LAKE JAMES BLVD.............................. LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............ $329,900

6036 FOREST RIDGE LN...................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/6/2020.............$212,000

202 BELVEDERE SR...................................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............$334,900

3848 TRADITIONS BLVD..................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/9/2020.............$212,500

6318 CEDAR LN............................................ LAKELAND........... 11/12/2020........... $345,000

1641 AMBAR CT................................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/9/2020............ $214,000

7851 LAKE JAMES BLVD................................ LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............ $357,000

203 BLACK SKIMMER LN..................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/4/2020.............$214,300

5822 CHAPS DR........................................... LAKELAND............ 11/9/2020............$365,000

7171 SUMMIT DR.................................. WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020.............$219,000

6651 ENGLELAKE DR................................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............$369,000

592 VITTORIO DR................................ WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............$220,600

5063 WINDOVER LN.................................... LAKELAND............ 11/3/2020............$410,000

1310 EAGLE CREST BLVD...................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/3/2020............ $222,800

5871 VALENTINO WAY................................. LAKELAND............12/3/2020............ $427,000

281 MEADOWBROOK BLVD................. WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............$224,000

5242 UPLAND PL......................................... LAKELAND............ 11/3/2020............$475,000

1056 SUNSHINE WAY........................... WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............ $225,000

215 DAUGHTERY RD.................................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............$479,000

1414 HAINES DR................................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/4/2020............ $229,500

725 ORANGE ST........................................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020........... $500,000

5376 CHANDLER DR............................ WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............$230,000

2435 JONILA AVE......................................... LAKELAND............ 11/2/2020........... $530,000

3284 ROYAL TERN DR......................... WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............$230,000

950 ASHTON OAKS CIR............................... LAKELAND............ 11/9/2020............$595,000

373 CORSO LOOP................................ WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............$230,000

1357 SCOTTSLAND DR................................. LAKELAND............ 11/2/2020........... $685,000

4003 GREAT EGRET DR....................... WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............$232,000

2055 SHEPHERD RD.................................... LAKELAND......... 10/30/2020............$875,000

3013 ROYAL TERN DR.......................... WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............$236,000

10705 HWY 98............................................. LAKELAND...........11/10/2020........... $900,000

3324 ROYAL TERN DR.......................... WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............$236,000

11 BROOK LN................................................ LAKELAND............ 11/5/2020........... $980,000

131 HAMPDEN RD................................. WINTER HAVEN............ 11/2/2020............$238,000 631 SE AVENUE T................................. WINTER HAVEN........... 11/19/2020........... $240,000

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4023 OAK PRESERVE DR..................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/9/2020............$244,900

333 LAKE HOWARD DR APT 212C........ WINTER HAVEN...........11/10/2020..............$54,900

3942 BEDFORD AVE............................ WINTER HAVEN............ 11/9/2020............$250,000

424 LANHAM DR................................. WINTER HAVEN............ 11/3/2020..............$56,000

727 LAKE JESSIE DR.............................. WINTER HAVEN............ 11/6/2020.............$257,500

400 EL CAMINO DR APT 113................ WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............. $60,000

810 15TH ST......................................... WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............ $275,000

1801 WOODPOINTE DR....................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/4/2020..............$70,000

813 CARLTON CT................................. WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............$276,000

103 BEACH DR..................................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/9/2020............. $80,000

4319 THOMAS WOOD LN.................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/2/2020............$282,000

501 AVENUE I....................................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/9/2020............$100,000

5309 GREEN DR................................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/2/2020............$285,000

333 NW LAKE HOWARD DR APT 103B. WINTER HAVEN............ 11/6/2020............ $105,000

1037 SAWGRASS DR............................ WINTER HAVEN............ 11/4/2020.............$297,700

112 AVENUE D....................................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/3/2020............. $112,000

4551 MANDOLIN BLVD........................ WINTER HAVEN............ 11/6/2020............ $310,000

495 SE 2ND ST..................................... WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............. $118,000

1068 SAWGRASS DR............................ WINTER HAVEN............11/11/2020............ $314,000

1042 MEDINAH DR.............................. WINTER HAVEN............ 11/3/2020............ $133,000

1319 MIRROR TER................................ WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............$425,000

356 LEE AVE......................................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/5/2020............$140,000

2905 PLANTATION RD......................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/2/2020........... $428,000

1034 CORSO DR.................................. WINTER HAVEN............ 11/6/2020............ $145,900

6739 WINTERSET GARDENS RD.......... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/2/2020............$585,000

1051 CORSO DR................................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/6/2020............ $145,900

100 3RD ST.......................................... WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............ $631,800

620 VITTORIO DR............................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/6/2020............ $145,900

140 BRIGHAM RD................................ WINTER HAVEN............ 11/3/2020............$662,500

636 VITTORIO DR............................... WINTER HAVEN............ 11/6/2020............ $145,900

3082 CYPRESS GARDENS RD.............. WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............ $769,500

4336 SHADOW WOOD WAY............... WINTER HAVEN......... 10/30/2020............ $150,000

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