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20 Randy’s Family Restaurant 23 Snowbirds Find a Full Nest at The Lakeland Center 26 Kick Up Your Holidays 33 Hank Longo

COLUMNS: 7

Eat Like A Local

On-o-mato-poe-ia

20 Randy’s Family Restaurant

12 Sara Michaels Porch Picks 17 Brian’s Brain 18 Tracey’s Tid-Bits 25 Pop Off at Pop Culture

THE FUN & AMUSING: 34 Brain Exercise 34 Crossword

LISTINGS: 14 Snap Shotz 24 Restaurant Guide 26 Calendar of Events 35 Local Live Music

23 Snowbirds Find a Full Nest at The Lakeland Center

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ONOMATOPOEIA on·o·mato·poe·ia: The naming of a thing or action by a vocal imitation of the sound associated with it (as buzz, hiss).

By Erica Smith

The Chicken Chronicles, Part 3 HARVEST Love and eggs are best when they are fresh — Russian Proverb It may be hard for an egg to turn into a bird: it would be a jolly sight harder for it to learn to fly while remaining an egg. We are like eggs at present. And you cannot go on indefinitely being just an ordinary, decent egg. We must be hatched or go bad. — C. S. Lewis It may be the cock that crows, but it is the hen that lays the eggs. — Margaret Thatcher The thankful receiver bears a plentiful harvest. — William Blake It is hard not to feel a connection to the earth when you are the caretaker of a tiny flock of backyard chickens. Each day, you feel this gentle tug as the “girls” flutter about searching out forgotten scratch, errant bugs and the occasional prize worm. Writer Marjorie Kinnans Rawling probably describes it best with these lines from her novel Cross Creek. “We were bred of earth before we were bred of our mothers. Once born, we can live without mother or father, or any other kin, or any friend, or any human love. We cannot live without the earth or apart from it, and something is shriveled in a man’s heart when he turns away from it and concerns himself only with the affairs of men.” Since Marjorie also kept backyard chickens on her tiny farm in North Florida, I can’t help but think she wrote these amazing words while watching her flock. Like the two previous “Chicken Chronicles,” I am happy to report my husband Keith has mastered the art of hand feeding and each of our tiny chickens, Charlotte, Scarlett, Savannah, Anna and

Emily come running to him at the first sign of treats. Our little flock is thriving and we are now backyard farmers accustomed to the cycle of daybreak greetings, followed by afternoon snacks of sliced grapes and the final evening ritual of securing the coop. Our days now have a permanent construction thanks to the steadfastness of the girl’s internal clock. Perhaps this feeling of connectedness is more of a satisfaction that comes from the daily routine of caring for something so earnest and honest. And, the fact that they return to the coop each evening as the sun begins to dip like nature’s most dependable time piece. Our daily harvest occurs each time the nesting box is checked for eggs. Our flock leader Charlotte started laying without much fanfare and in fact, her first eggs were camouflaged by the coop’s pine shavings and much to our chagrin, it took three days to learn of her new skill. As backyard farming novices, finding those first three eggs was much like discovering a hidden treasure chest. Charlotte’s eggs are sublimely miniature with a golden hue and crack open to reveal a perfectly rich yolk. Now an old pro, she announces each triumph with an egg song cackle proclaiming her the queen of the coop and ruler of the roost. We just grimace and hope the neighbors don’t mind this unusual midday barnyard concert. It is good to sit back and enjoy the harvest of your labors even if it is only one egg a day. As caretakers, we revel in the responsibility of this new endeavor and impatiently wait for Scarlett to join the egg club. QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS info@todayandtonight.com

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Polk Museum of Art Presents 3rd Annual Art Crawl

The Jingle Bell Classic races in downtown Winter Haven

Polk Museum of Art proudly presents the third annual Art Crawl, a one-day, outdoor art festival highlighting emerging and innovative artists living in and around Central Florida. Art Crawl will be held 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, November 14, in the Museum parking lot. Admission is free. The juried art show will feature about 40 artists from a wide range of visual art media. They will sell most of their artwork for $350 or less, so that attendees who want to support local and emerging artists will find very affordable pieces for sale. A full list of accepted artists is available at http:// polkmuseumofart.org/artcrawl/. Attendees will be invited to vote for their favorite artist for the People’s Choice Award. In addition, the festival will include live music, food trucks, art demon-

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strations and booths from other arts organizations. Bands scheduled to play are MrENC & Bump Galletta, DieAlps!, Meat Goats and Fount. Nomad Studio’s art bus, an outreach program, will be onsite to talk about their programs and allow people to paint their bus. Ink Screen Printing will be printing T-shirts. Demonstrations will include “explosionism” art by Drew Lausman, who uses fireworks to paint, and a mural project by Kimberly Wyant of KRaP Art Studio. Art Crawl is sponsored by MIDFLORIDA, Reitzel Foundation and Publix Super Markets Charities and is supported by Crowder Brothers Ace Hardware. Polk Museum of Art in Lakeland, Florida, is a private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting the arts in Central Florida. The Museum is one of the Top 10 art museums in the State of Florida, an Affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution and the only art museum accredited by the American Association of Museums serving the 561,000 residents of Polk County. Museum hours are 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesdays – Saturdays; 1 – 5 p.m. Sundays; and closed Mondays and major holidays.

Put new laces in your running shoes. The Jingle Bell Classic races in downtown Winter Haven are Dec. 12. Runners, joggers and walkers can all have fun, maybe take home a trophy, and help the friends of The Winter Haven Public Library support the, what else, Winter Haven Library. A 10k race starts at 7 a.m., a 5k run goes off at 8:30 a.m. And for pet dogs that just seem to have too much energy around the house, there will be a 1-mile walkjog-run starting at 9:30 a.m. So children too young to run won’t feel left out; there will be activities for them in Central Park. Entry fees are $30 for the 10k, $25 for the 5k, and $20 for the doggie-jogwalk before Nov. 30. Two events are

$40 and all three cost $50. Runners can register at active. com. 10k and 5k races will be chipped-timed. All pre-registered runners will receive a T-shirt. Late entries cost $5 more. A T-shirt is not guaranteed. Pre-race packets can be picked up at the Winter Haven Public Library, 325 Ave. A, NW, on Dec. 10 and 11 and beginning at 6 a.m. race day. Awards will be presented to10k and 5k participants for Overall Male and Female; Overall Male and Female Masters; Overall Male and Female Grandmasters; and top three in each age group Male and Female.

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— MUST TRY — Famous Mister Fish Original Fish Sandwich

RICK’S BAR-B-Q 6th Street SW Winter Haven, FL (863) 299-0354 — MUST TRY — Famous Ribs and Pulled Pork

HARBORSIDE 2435 7th St SW Winter Haven, FL 33880 (863) 293-7070 — MUST TRY — 1/2 Pound Angus Steak Burger

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STEAK & SEAFOOD 101 N Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801 (863) 686-2228 — MUST TRY — Vudu Shrimp

IDLE ZONE

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LAKESIDE RESTAURANT 1006 S Lake Howard Dr. Winter Haven, FL 33880 (863) 662-5948 — MUST TRY — Shrimp & Grits

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DE ESPANA BAKERY & RESTAURANT

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— MUST TRY — Scallops & Pasta

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TAPATIO’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT 6645 S Florida Ave Lakeland, FL 33813 (863) 646-2199

STEAK & SEAFOOD SHAK 3100 Canal Rd. Lake Wales, FL 33898 (863) 439-2031 — MUST TRY — 12 oz. Blackened or Grilled Ribeye

— MUST TRY — Tostada de Ceviche

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SARA MICHAELS’

PORCH I actually took a much needed OUT OF STATE vacation for some R&R!! While driving around the parkways in the mountains of Southwest Virginia, I scanned the radio to refresh my ears to some different country music…and I found it! There has been much controversy this year about women not getting enough air play on the radio, and if they do…it’s the same artists over and over. So I decided to feature five forgotten power songs by strong women. 1. “Whatever You Say” by Martina McBride - I have to admit that even I got sick of the “show off” vocals that tended to dominate most of her songs, but this song is just BAM in your face. If you are angry at your other half, this is definitely the more mature route to take, talking…instead of today’s country which has lyrics that mention kerosene and baseball bats (though I love songs too, a time and a place for everything). 2. “The Last One To Know” by Reba McEntire – There’s nothing better than 80’s long haired Reba music! This song was from her 1987 album of the same name, that she calls her “sadness album.” She had recently divorced her first husband and the songs that poured out on this album were the result of that divorce. I’m sure from the title of the song you can tell that it’s about a woman who was the last one to know about her other half cheating. 3. “Forgive” by Rebecca Lynn Howard - Rebecca was unfortunately a one hit wonder. Her voice is definitely undeniably magnificent. At the time this song came out, it was rare to hear a woman sing the words “So get you some things and get out!” Once again, another song about cheating...but about a woman who isn’t ready to just forgive 12 NOVEMBER 2015

and go on like nothing happened. Country Radio has been a male driven format for so long, that it was surprising to hear such a nondoormat song…and I love it! 4. “Burning House” by Cam – This is the newest song on my list…as far as it’s meaning, I have no idea. Don’t get me wrong, I have some thoughts of what the song “may” mean, but I try not to speculate on too many things in life. Her voice is just powerful, the music is so haunting and the production of the song is flawless. Perfection to my ears. 5. “Good As I Was To You” by Lorrie Morgan - Lorrie has one of my favorite voices of all time in country music. Not to mention that she’s about as down-home as you’ll ever find. She will admit to your face that her love life hasn’t been the best, but it makes for some GREAT music! After looking at my list of songs, you would think that I’m in a disgruntled relationship…haha, that’s far from the truth…I actually JUST got married on October 20th! I just know how I felt driving around those mountain roads and saying “OH I FORGOT ABOUT THIS ONE!!!” and cranking up the volume on the rental car. I hope you smiled as much as I did, and hopefully one of these songs will end up on your personal playlist! BY SARA MICHAELS Host of “On The Porch” Monday - Friday, 3pm - 7pm 97 Country WPCV, 97.5 FM

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Jessie’s Lounge 118 3rd Street SW (863) 298-9815 Hpy Hr Mon-Fri, 4-7p Mon, Free Pool

Mon Burger Special

Wed, Ping Pong Tourn

112 E. Crystal Ave.

Caribbean Bay

Live Music Weekly

Mon, $1.75 Dom Beer 4-7p

(863) 294-6778

Just One More Bar (863) 223-8803

1004 S. Lake Howard Dr

Tue, Free Pool 5-7p

Fri-Sun, Karaoke 9p

Thu, Ladies Night .75 Nat Light Fri & Sat, Karaoke w/Paula 9p-1a Sun, Karaoke 2-6p Nov 14, Grand Open Party 5p Liar’s Lair Saloon Camp Mack River Resort 14143 Camp Mack Rd (863) 696-3863 Fri, Karaoke 8p Live Music R & L Pub 126 N 1st St

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(863) 676-7797

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Y’all Come Back Saloon

Grape Expectations

3230 State Rd 60 E

535 Cypress Gardens Blvd, St 150

(863) 676-5759

(863) 318-8800

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Wine Bar

Harborside Restaurant 2435 7th St SW

(863) 293-7070

Daily, Hpy Hr 4-7p

Sunday, Early Bird 3-5p

Mon-Thu, Early Bird 4-6p

Waterfront Dining in Lk Shipp Sun, Live Music

WINTER HAVEN

High Seas Lounge

A.J. Slammers

(863) 299-2233

508 Cypress Gardens Blvd. (863) 875 5623 Hpy Hr Everyday

7000 State Rd 544

Great Food/Drink Specials Live Music

$6 pitchers/$2 PBR Tall Boyz

Idle Zone (At Lake May)

Apple Lounge

(863) 875-7949

2803 Recker Hwy (863) 291-0340 Happy Hr, Mon-Fri 11-7p Food Available; Daily Specials Mon, Pool Tourn Wed & Sun, Poker/Thu, Karaoke Ave. Bar by Arabellas 328 West Central Ave (863) 229-8142 Open Tue-Sat, 4p Smoke-Free Full Menu/Full Bar Nov 25 Glass House Point 8p

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Lake Shipp Inn 701 Ave Z (863) 294-1018 Office Pub & Lounge 1243 1st Street S (863) 293-4767 Happy Hr 12-7 p Mon, Karaoke w/Ching Ching Tue, Pool Tourn/Poker Sat & Sun, Poker Darts, Golden Tee Old Man Frank’s

1005 S. Lake Howard Dr (863) 294-9179

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Wed, $1 Tacos & Drink Specials Wed, Karaoke

Happy Hour M-F, 11-7p Past Time Lounge 1605 1st St S

(863) 293-0027

Tue, Ladies Night Darts/Pool Table Wed, Poker 7p

The Pour House Lounge 1560 Havendale Blvd NW (863) 299-5515

Sat, Live Bands Somewhere Sports Bar & Grill 5688 Cypress Gardens Blvd. (863) 324-7524

Mon-Sat, Hpy Hr 3-6p w/Daily Beer Specials/NFL & College Pkgs Lunch Specials Mon-Fri

615 7th Street SW

Tanners Lakeside Restaur & Bar

NFL & NASCAR Specials

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By Brian Bruchey PRINCESS

Fatboy! As I grow older, I continue to grow. That’s not a bad thing if I was growing wealthier, or healthier, or taller, or wiser. As I age though, it’s width. I’m growing wider. I’m no longer the lean, mean, love machine I’ve always told people I was. These days, I weigh in at about 200lbs…give or take ten pounds, depending on how much pizza I’ve

breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks in between each meal, and snacks between snacks between each meal. I guess it wouldn’t be so bad if I ate nothing but cauliflower, cucumbers, and sweet potatoes, but I hate all of those, so I eat things pretty similar, such as pizza, cheeseburgers, and hot dogs. Close enough for me, anyway. You would think that with the way

Princess is about 3 years old. She is a beautiful calico cat and yes, she is a princess! She gets along well with other cats and likes everyone she meets.

DIXIE MAY Dixie May is a two year hound mix. She is a happy girl who is eager to please. Dixie May knows how to sit and shake hands and lie down when asked. She will make a great addition to any family.

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recently eaten. When I was young, my mother use to tell me that I needed to slow down on how much I ate, because my metabolism would slow down in my 20’s, and I’d start gaining weight. By the time I turned twenty, I weighed around 160lbs, which wasn’t too bad. During my twenties, my mother use to tell me that I needed to slow down on how much I ate, because my metabolism would slow down in my 30’s, and I’d start gaining weight. By the time I turned thirty, I weighed around 185lbs, which wasn’t too bad. During my thirties, my mother use to tell me that I needed to slow down on how much I ate, because my metabolism would slow down in my 40’s, and I’d start gaining weight. By the time I turned forty, I weighed around 195lbs, which, okay...this was getting bad. I’ve always been told that it is good for a person to have hobbies. Unfortunately, eating is my favorite hobby. Exercise isn’t exactly ranked high on my To-Do list. Actually, the most exercise I get is probably the walking it takes from the booth to the buffet station. I do a lot of sitting in my job, which is bad. However, to me, it’s only bad because I’d prefer to be lying down on a comfy couch, watching cartoons. During the day, I eat often. I eat

I eat, I would have high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and the diabetes. Amazingly, I have none of those. To make things worse, I just read that eating bacon is just as dangerous as smoking. Cancer apparently, has never tasted so awesome as it does with bacon. I figure one of these days, I’ll have to take my figure more seriously. As it is right now, whenever the subject of my weight comes up, I tell people I still have clothes that I wore in my twenties. It’s true. Of course, I can’t wear any of them, but I still have them. In the back of my head, I kind of hope that maybe I’ll fall into a three month coma, and lose a bunch of weight. People warn me that the way I eat is slowly killing me, and they might be right. Problem is, it’s a nice, delicious, very gratifying, slow death. Heck, if eating Nutella caused people’s heads to pop-off, I’d still eat a whole jar of decapitation. And finally, while I’m a guy who has always had an admiration for boobs, I’m not thrilled with the idea that I might get boobs. — Brian “I’m craving Little Ceasar’s” Bruchey QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS bruchey@gmail.com

Oliver is seven years old. He is a beautiful boy who loves everyone he meets. His owners had to move and could no longer keep him so, now he is in need of a family to love him. Could that be you?

DUNDEE Dundee is a two month old mix breed dog. He was found as a stray and the person who found him could not keep him or care for him any longer. Dundee is super friendly and happy. .

The Humane Society of Polk County 3195 Dundee Road • Winter Haven, FL 33884 www.PolkNoKill.org • (863) 324-5227 Tuesday-Friday 11:30-6pm and Sat 10-4 pm.

Veterinarian of the Month DR TERESA YODER

Dr. Yoder has been volunteering her services to the Humane Society of Polk County since 1989. Back in the “old days” when she did farm calls we would often have her out all over the county assisting with our animal cruelty investigations. Doc has been a vital part of our S.N.I.P. program as well, helping us get this program organized and running smoothly. Dr. Yoder and her staff continue their commitment to the Humane Society by making a difference in the lives of Polk’s pets. Dr. Yoder’s office is located at Ridge Veterinary Hospital, 23992 HWY 27, Lake Wales, FL 863-676-8240

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TID BITS TRACEY’S

By Tracey Greene

Gooble Gooble Turkey

Turkey time is here. Whether you smoke it, deep-fry it, or simply bake it in the oven – I love turkey day. Of course it’s because I LOVE food but also because I love the tradition of it; the family recipes that we all grew up and must-have on the dinner table - whether good, bad or do-I-have-to eat-that crazy jell-o-ie funky colored salad that Aunt Hazel always brings. The holiday wouldn’t be the same without it. For me, my table from childhood isn’t complete without Turkey, Southern-style Dressing, Giblet Gravy, Chicken and Dumplings, (Homemade) Cranberry Sauce, Sweet Potato Soufflé, Broccoli Casserole, Deviled Eggs and Pecan Pie. As an adult, my taste buds have certainly evolved but on this day, many of these recipes stay the same. It’s a nostalgia kinda thing. My personal favorite Tom Turkey is traditionally baked in the oven basted in its own delicious broth creating a nice golden brown hue on top while also keeping it moist. Yummy! Must stay moist – dry turkey is the death of Thanksgiving dinner. Ain’t no amount of gravy that can salvage the sawdust taste when a turkey dries out. I will admit, that I’ve gotten quite good at baking the holiday bird. When time to go into the oven, I watch that turkey like a hawk. LOL :-) I do not let myself get sidetracked with other chores so setting the timer on my cell phone works best for me. No matter where I am in the house or what I am doing, when that alarm goes off in my pocket – run to check out the turkey. Time to baste and to move that bird around the oven in case of hot spots. This is done every 20-30 minutes. A perfect turkey comes out of the oven and gets to relax for another 20-30 minutes while he finishes cooking and resting. This is super important to follow before you carve up the star of the holiday meal. Since I try not to waste food, I use the turkey giblets and some of the broth in my southern-style gravy and the balance of the broth goes into the southern-style cornbread dressing to help flavor and keep moist not gummy. Cooking a big turkey for the holidays is great but the leftovers can be even better. Turkey carcass is frozen for later to become a turkey noodle

soup or just broth to freeze for use a later date. As far as the turkey meat, after a couple of leftover meals, it’s time to change that turkey into a different look. Last year, I found a recipe that I enjoyed for a quick lunch or easy dinner: Pulled Cran-Turkey Sandwiches (like pulled pork but with turkey). It’s perfect because you are using your turkey but it’s not that same old “casserole” that everyone makes. PULLED CRAN-TURKEY SANDWICHES 2/3 c leftover cranberry sauce (mine is homemade not canned) 3 tbsp ketchup 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce ½ tsp smoked paprika 1/8 tsp salt 4 c shredded leftover cooked turkey meat ¼ c lower-sodium chicken broth (or use leftover broth from turkey, if so I would skip the extra salt in the recipe) ½ c mayo 4 burger buns, split and toasted 1 c shredded carrots Dill pickle slices for serving 1) In 2-qt saucepan, whisk cranberry sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire, smoked paprika, salt on med heat or until hot. 2) Meanwhile, in mirco-wave safe dish, combine turkey and the broth. Cover with vented plastic wrap and microwave high for 2 min. or until hot. 3) Add cranberry mixture to turkey until well coated. Spread mayo on buns; top each with the even parts of turkey mixture. On top of the turkey add shred carrots and dill pickles. Eat and Enjoy! Happy Thanksgiving! May You Enjoy Every Crumb with those Special People in Your Life. Gobble Gobble… QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS tracey@todayandtonight.com

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RANDY’S FAMILY

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By Loren Spangler Photos By Chris Douglas Randy Harrison is the chef and owner of Randy’s Family Restaurant. Before he opened in early 2011, the location was formerly Cecil’s BBQ and before that a convenience store. No stranger to the food business, Randy started out at the age of sixteen bussing tables, cooking, cleaning up, and anything else that was required. His first employment was at Lake Region Yacht & Country Club where he learned the business and acquired his cooking skills. Over the years, he worked at other establishments, including Miller’s Ale House and through three owners at the Saltwater Bar & Grill. The goal of being on his own and serving great food at a great price was always foremost in his thoughts, and he decided the time was right. “I decided to put it all together with my brother Aaron Harrison and open our own place. We decided to offer the same great taste customers would expect in a corporate restaurant, but with the prices comparable with a mom and pop shop,” he says and adds that Rachael, his sister is his right-hand operator of which he could not do it without

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her. Randy says that Aaron drives a truck and spends time on the road. “But when he is not driving, he’s here.” “My idea was to focus on the customers and food…to open something small where I was able to bend over backwards giving the personal touch that’s missing in many larger restaurants,” says Randy. “People tend to forget about this, but they recognize it when it’s there.” He also wants his forty-seat eatery to be an establishment that caters to the citizens of the area…the locals who live and work here. “People stop by here for lunch, and in the evenings, they bring their families. With spotless wooden floors, comfortable booths and adequate tables, Randy’s is ideal for families and that’s what he likes. “This is my mission. My recipe for success.” Randy’s offers dine-in, fast serve carry out, and curbside service. To place an order or planning a large party, call them for a reservation. Ask about their special menu. Randy states that he is conscious of the needs and wants of his customers and is always looking for feedback on ways to better serve and please. He suggests for guests to “drop them a message” and tell them about their meal experience. The award on the wall indicates his efforts are being met: Best of Winter Haven for a Full Service Restaurant. When asked why he chose the family theme for his restaurant, Randy replied: “Family is really important to me. Without them, I am not sure where I would be today,” he says. “I opened this restaurant to take care of family, and at the same time to take care of other families.” The quote overlooking the dining area expresses his feelings. The Love Of A Family Is One Of Life’s Greatest Blessings. While there, ask about catering for events

and get-togethers. Randy’s Restaurant is flexible and caters on a case by case basis. Using his person to person touch, Randy makes sure everything comes together exactly as planned. “I am not a fan of cookie cutter catering. Our foods are creative, imaginative, and made to order.” Large Parties Are Welcome. SPECIALS: Monday Night: (AYCE) Catfish. Tuesday: Fish & Shrimp. Wednesday: Whole Maine Lobster ($14.99-subject to change). Thursday: Chef’s Special. Friday: Surf & Turf (Sirloin and Shrimp). Saturday: AYCE Fish Special (blackened or fried). APPETIZERS: Quesadilla, Boneless Wings, Bam-Bam Shrimp, Mozzarella Sticks. For a spicy experience, try their Mild, Medium, Hot,

or the Bold Atomic Sauce. In the works for the future are several ideas, including plans for breakfast, but that has yet to be established. MENU: Salads-Burgers-Sandwiches. Steak, Chicken, or Pork. Sheppard Pie, ParmesanRosemary or Smothered Chicken, Pork Chops, and Liver & Onions. Seafood: Randy’s Fish Dinner ($9.99), Clam, Shrimp Selections, or Admirals Feast. There is also a nice selection of Pasta Dishes and Randy’s Steak-ChickenFish-Shrimp Fajitas. Choose from nine or more delicious sides priced at $1.99. Randy’s Family Restaurant: 106 Avenue 1 SE, Winter Haven, FL. Phone: 863-8755531. Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Closed Sunday. Join them on Facebook. Internet: randysfamilyrestaurant. com

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s Central Florida’s largest entertainment and convention center, The Lakeland Center has thrilled both snowbirds and local fans for over forty years with a mix of nationally touring Broadway productions, top concerts, comedy shows, sporting events and so much more. This year’s entertainment line-up is bigger and better than ever with a full season of options including such stand-out performers as Neil Sedaka, Jackie Evancho, The Tenors and The Midtown Men. The calendar is also filled with nationally touring productions such as MAMMA MIA, MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL, BALLROOM WITH A TWIST, Sandy Hackett’s RAT PACK SHOW, WOMEN OF IRELAND and much more. The Lakeland Center offers several package deals for snowbirds including the long running Entertainment and Broadway Series Packages. The Entertainment series includes seven performances with Neil Sedaka, from Broadway’s The Illusionists Adam Trent, BALLROOM WITH A TWIST, The Tenors, Sandy Hackett’s RAT PACK SHOW, BLUE SUEDE SHOES The Premier Elvis Bash and THE MIDTOWN MEN. This package can be purchased for $210.00 person and includes complimentary parking. The Broadway Series features five naturally touring productions kicking off with MAMMA MIA, BUDDY The Buddy Holly Story, DRIVING MISS DAISY featuring Dawn Wells from Gilligan’s Island and Antonio Vargas of Starsky and Hutch, JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT and SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER. A Broadway series package is $235 per person and includes complimentary parking. One of the newest package options is the flexible Mini Series Pass which provides fans the personalization of combining any three performances from the Entertainment and Broadway series with a special 20% discount. This package is a perfect way for snowbirds to enjoy great savings and create a plan that works with any travel schedule. The Mini Series Pass is only available at The Lakeland Center Box Office or by calling 863-834-8111. The 2015-2016 season is also highlighted with unique stage performances from Heather Tom, star of Bold and the Beautiful, performing in the revival of the hit off-Broadway comedy VANITIES, DISNEY’S FANTASIA Live in Concert by the Czech National Symphony and a modern take on the traditional string octet BARRAGE 8. Classic rock enthusiasts will also enjoy two star-studded tribute acts, WHO’S BAD The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience and HOTEL CALIFORNIA featuring the music of The Eagles with special guests the California Toe Jam. Sporting fans can also get in on the wild west action as the 2016 Lakeland Pro Rodeo Classic moves to a new date in February. The holidays are another great reason for snowbirds to migrate to The Lakeland Center. CIRQUE HOLIDAZE lights up the holiday fun with its circuslike stage spectacular featuring music, acrobatics and so much more! AN IRISH CHRISTMAS brings the magic of the Emerald Isle to Lakeland with an authentic Celtic celebration and the holidays would not be complete without a performance of Moscow Ballet’s THE GREAT RUSSIAN NUTCRACKER. Dancing into the New Year is SHEN YUN with 5,000 years of classical Chinese culture with more than 100 performers bringing the ancient art of Chinese dance and culture to the stage for the first time in Lakeland history. Laughter is also on tap with great performances

Find A Full Nest of Entertainment Options at The Lakeland Center November

NOV. 13 Cirque Dreams Holidaze, Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $25, $34, $44, $70 NOV. 14 NBC’s Last Comic Standing, Youkey Theatre, 8pm, $32, $42, $123 VIP NOV. 15 Lakeland Concert Band, Youkey Theatre, Sing-A-Long 1:45pm, Concert 2:30pm, Free admission NOV. 24-29 Public Ice Skating, Jenkins Arena, $10 Adults, $9 Children 12 & under, $8 bring your own skates, free parking NOV. 30 Mamma Mia, Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $45, $50, $60

December

DEC. 1 Imperial Symphony Orchestra Tea & Symphony, Lake Hunter Room, 5:45pm, $15, free parking DEC. 8 Imperial Symphony Orchestra Concert presents A Canadian Brass Holiday, Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $15, $25, $35, free parking DEC. 11 An Evening with Neil Sedaka, Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $36, $44, $65 DEC. 13 Lakeland Concert Band, Youkey Theatre, Sing-A-Long 1:45pm, Concert 2:30pm, Free admission DEC. 20-1/3 Public Ice Skating, Jenkins Arena, $10 Adults, $9 Children 12 & under, $8 bring your own skates, free parking DEC. 22 An Irish Christmas, Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $31, $41 DEC. 30 Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker, Youkey Theatre, 7pm, $28, $37.50, $48, $68, $102, $175

January

JAN. 5-6 Shen Yun, Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $60, $80, $100, $120, $150 JAN. 8 Ron White Live, Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $41.75, $51.75 JAN. 12 Adam Trent, Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $36, $44, $65, $120 Front row club JAN. 13 Menopause The Musical, Youkey Theatre,7:30pm, $33, $40, $53 JAN. 16-17 Original Lakeland Gun Show, Exhibit Hall & Sikes Hall, (16) 9am-5pm, (17) 9am-4pm, $12, Children 16 & under are free with an adult JAN. 16 Jackie Evancho The Awakening Tour, Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $45, $55, $65, $100 JAN. 17 Lakeland Concert Band, Youkey Theatre, Sing-A-Long 1:45pm, Concert 2:30pm, Free admission JAN. 20 Peppa Pig Live! Peppa Pig’s Big Splash, Youkey Theatre, 6pm, $27, $37 JAN. 21 Ballroom with a Twist, Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $36, $44, $65, $120 front row club JAN. 23 Central Florida Rum and Food Experience JAN. 26-27 Snowbird Extravaganza, 9am-4:30pm, free admission JAN. 29-31 Gator Cutlery Club, Exhibit Hall East, (29) 10am5pm, (30) 9am-5pm, (31) 9am-3pm, $5-1 day pass, $8-2 day pass, $10-3 day pass, free parking JAN. 30 Vanities, Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $32.50, $42.50, $75

February from the finalists of NBC’s LAST COMIC STANDING LIVE and from the Blue Collar Comedy Tour Ron White. Featuring an entire cast of breast cancer survivors, MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL The Survivor Tour is also back for the snowbird season with plenty of music, dancing and of course, hot flash funnies. The complete schedule of performance is listed below. The Lakeland Center is conveniently located minutes between Orlando and Tampa in Lakeland, Florida off I-4 on Lime Street; The Lakeland Center is a short drive from anywhere in Central Florida. Regular box office hours are Monday-Friday 9:30am5:30pm. For ticket information, call the Box Office at (863) 834-8111 or visit our website at www.thelakelandcenter.com. Tickets can be purchased 24 hours a day, seven days a week through www.thelakelandcenter. com or by calling 888-397-0100.

FEB 1 The Tenors, Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $36, $44, $65, $250 includes meet and greet FEB 2 Buddy-The Buddy Holly Story, Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $45, $50, $60, $65 FEB 4 Who’s Bad- The Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute, Youkey Theatre, 8pm, $34, $42, $49 FEB 12-13 Lakeland Pro Rodeo Classic, Jenkins Arena, (12) 7:30pm, (13) 2:30pm, $20, $25, $45, 2 Kids Free with Paid Adult ticket FEB 16-20 FHSAA State Girls Basketball Finals, Jenkins Arena, $10 FEB 18 Wild Kratts Live, Youkey Theatre, 6pm, $29, $39, $99 FEB 19-21 Collectorama, Exhibit Hall (19-20) 10am-6pm, (21) 10am-3pm, $5, free parking FEB 23 Sandy Hackett’s Rat Pack, Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $36, $44, $65 $120 front row club FEB 24 Driving Miss Daisy, Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $45, $50, $60, $65 FEB 25 Hotel California –Eagles Tribute, Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $29, $39

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POLK COUNTY’S

Must try Ribs at Wild Fire BBQ GRILL & BAR

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Relax, Sip, Enjoy! It’s our house special TEA! Gourmet teas & coffees. Fine meals & excellent desserts including our delicious, hearty lunches prepared fresh everyday! Private parties welcome! Monday-Saturday 11am-3pm. Gift certificates available. Try one of our tasty sandwiches or wraps. 212 Howard St., Auburndale 863-965-1684 www.mysweetmagnolias.com

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BEEF ‘O’ BRADY’SxPolk County’s largest family sports pub. Happy Hour M- Sat. 4pm to 7pm. 2-4-1 cocktails all day everyday. See Website for full menu. Kids eat free Tuesdays. Blackened Dry Rub Wings 902 Old Polk City Rd. 863-419-4848 www.beefobradys.com

WILDFIRE BBQ GRILL & BAR

THE PORT STEAK & SEAFOOD

Our passion for BBQ run’s deep!! All starts with personally picking the right meat, hand rubbing it with our own secret blend of spices, letting it rest for at least twenty four hours. We at wildfire do not rush our cooking, our fires run wild but our patience runs deep. We take our sweet time to slow smoke each and every meat, as they all require their own attention and gentle love and care. It is this love and care that goes in every meal we prepare for you, just like we would for our friends and

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Lakefront casual fine dining. Generous portions, family freindly with open flame grill and award winning menu items. Award Wining Conch Fritters 16000 Lake Hatchineha Rd. 863-949-4835

LAKELAND THE BBQ SHACK

Established 2010 family owned and operated Award Winning BBQ. Everyday. Special cater-

Lakeland’s Best Family Sports Pub. 40+ HD TV’s, NFL Ticket Sundays, NCAA Gameplan Saturdays. Happy Hour 2-4-1 All Day, Everyday. Bingo Mondays from 5-6 pm. Kids Eat Free Wednesday from 4-8 pm. Trivia Night on Thursdays from 8-10 pm. Hot & Fresh Fajitas - Everyday! Chicken wings! 1070 Wedgewood Estates Blvd (863) 853-9464 www.beefobradys.com

BEEF ‘O’ BRADY’S SOUTH LAKELAND

Great Food! Great Sports! Great Family Fun! 40+ HD TV’s, NFL Ticket Sundays, NCAA Game Plan Saturdays. 2-4-1 All Day, Everyday. Coldest Beer In Town. Kids Eat Free Tuesdays & Sundays 4-8 pm. Now Featuring A Full Liquor Bar. Try Our Delicious Fajitas and Awesome Burgers! 4810 South Florida Ave (863) 646-7757 www.beefobradys.com

CHAMPINO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

Authentic homemade Italian cooking. Fresh, made to order meals for lunch and dinner. Happy Hour is 7 days per week from 3pm-7pm. Live music every Friday and Saturday from 8pm-11pm. Catering and big parties available and welcomed. New York style pizza, calzones, desserts! Try our Eggplant Parm 6617 N. Socrum Loop Rd. 863-937-8866 www.champinos.com

CHAMPS SPORTS BAR

Serving Polk County for over 15 years! Live Blues Guitarist Eddy Riddle 7-10, 2 for 1 house wine, Cajun food specials. Facebook specials. 6645 S. Florida Ave. #14 863-647-5900 www.champstogo.com

CHEF T’S GARDEN GRILL

es you to Central Florida’s most beautiful dining experience. Enjoy exquisite continental and American cuisine in a historic turn-of-the-century atmosphere in the historic Chiles house. Or linger over wine and appetizers on our intimate garden patio. “I Love Food And The Art Of Dining”- Chef T Veal lovers are in for a treat! 1525 E Gary Rd., Lakeland 863-687-4386

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MISTER FISH

Family owned and operated since 1968 offering the best fish sandwich around! Seafood, chicken and much more using only the best quality food and excellent service! Easily the best homemade food you’ll try! Hours Monday through Saturday 11am to 7pm and closed Sundays. Famous Fish Sandwich 715 E. Palmetto St., Lakeland 863-688-4280 www.misterfish.org

LAKE WALES BEEF ‘O’ BRADY’S

Polk County’s largest family sports pub. Happy Hour M- Sat. 4pm to 7pm. 2-4-1 cocktails all day everyday. See Website for full menu. Kids eat free Tuesdays. Over 20 Flavors of Wings 19598 US Hwy 27, 863-679-1975 www.beefobradys.com

BROCK’S SMOKEHOUSE & ACROPOLI ITALIAN

Come join us for the best BBQ in town! Established in 2003 we bring slow cooked mouth watering BBQ to all of Polk county. Combined with classic Italian dishes sure to please. Entertainment 5 nights a week. Award Winning Ribs & Pizza 823 Eagle Ridge Dr. Lake Wales www.brocksbbqitalian.com 863-318-9710

CRAZY FISH Land mark eatery in Lake Wales. Fresh fish never frozen. Fun and casual atmosphere. Lunch and dinner menu with daily specials. Mon. 4pm to 9pm. Tues. - Saturday 11:30am to 9pm. Closed Sun. Shrimp or Fresh Grouper 802 Henry St., Lake Wales (863) 676-6361

JAY BEES RESTAURANT & LOUNGE We take pride in our welcoming environment, friendly service amd famous burgers. Come in and check our daily lunch and dinner specials. Weekend specials. prime rib, frog legs, fried shrimp anc catfish. Homemade Pies 8675 Hwy 60 East, Lake Wales 863-696-1901, Find us on Facebook

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ARABELLA’S

We offer the best Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, created from the freshest ingredients. Enjoy a cocktail before or after dinner in our chic Ave Bar. At Arabellas, our dedicated service and inviting ambience makes us the premier choice for your lunch or dinner destination. Bananas Foster prepared table side. 346 W. Central Ave. Winter Haven 863-293-1797 www.arabellas.us

Seafood, Steak, Oyster Bar. Lake front dining on Lake Shipp. Early Bird: Sunday 3-5 pm and Monday-Thursday 4-6 pm. Enjoy happy hour 4-7 pm everyday. Private dining room available. Enjoy the outdoor patio. Live music Sundays 4 pm. Open 11:30 am daily. Fried Lobster & Oysters 2435 7th Street SW, Winter Haven - (863) 293-7070 www.harborsidefl.com

HARRY’S OLD PLACE

Get your Fresh Fix at Harry’s Old Place. Huge selection of fresh fish including shrimp, scallops and mussels in addition to char-grilled steaks, chicken and pasta entrees. Craft beers, eclectic wines and tempting appetizers along with a great children’s menu. Less than a mile from Legoland. Like Facebook for weekly specials. We have mobile catering, Tallulah’s Table by the Sea for private parties and events. Fish in a Bag 3751 Cypress Gardens Rd., Winter Haven 863-324-0301 www.harrysoldplace.com

IDLE ZONE BAR & GRILL

Located on Lake May (chain of lakes) with a brand new dock. Serving fresh, homemade lunch and dinner. AMAZING WINGS! Live music, karaoke and games. Totally remodeled atmosphere, clean and non-smoking inside. Outside patio seating. Hot and Fresh Wings 615 7th St., Winter Haven 863-875-7949

LA FLOR DE ESPANA BAKERY & RESTAURANT

Authentic Cuban, Puerto Rican and Spanish cuisine. Fresh baked breads, pastries and desserts. $3.99 breakfast specials. Cold beer and wine. Warm, friendly atmosphere. Free WiFi. Large groups welcomed. Catering available. Open from Monday-Thursday from 7 am to 7 pm. Friday & Saturday 7 am to 9pm. Cuban Sandwich, Pastries, Breakfast. 200 Post Ave SW, Winter Haven 863-299-1122 or 863-299-2626

PAPPY’S GRILL

Located inside of the WH airport, Pappy’s prides themselves on fresh, fabulous food prepared to perfection! Southern favorites, breakfast & lunch, open daily 7am-2pm. Comfortable atmosphere with great service. Enjoy your meal overlooking the beautiful air strip. Need catering? Florida BBQ & Catering Co. is at your service. Elvis Pancakes 2073 Highway 92 W. (863) 268-8240

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SOMEWHERE SPORTS BAR

Enjoy great food, great games and great times in a family-friendly atmosphere. As your sports headquarters, ESPN, NFL & MLB ticket available on 14 flat screen TV’s. Daily lunch specials Mon-Fri from 11-2 pm only $5.99. Open 7 days a week. Appetizers, Sandwiches, Wraps, Salads, Burgers, Pizza & Wings. Full liquor with Happy Hour Mon-Sat from 3-6 pm. Jumbo Wings & Pizza 5688 Cypress Gardens Blvd. (863) 324-7524

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Bistro Pizzeria shares the art of perfectly rendered simplicity. Wood burning oven, pizza by the slice, made to order speciality pizzas. Lunch & dinner menu. Warm & casual dining atmosphere. Classic Pizza Napoli 326 W. Central Ave., Winter Haven 863-875-4894 www.arabellas.us/bistro

#1 Happy Hour Monday-Friday 11am-7pm. $1 Taco Tuesdays! Wings, Burgers, Sandwiches, Salads, Fried Pickles, Chicken Fingers, Nachos and much more! Open Mic Night every Tuesday. Winner of the people’s choice Wing Fling 2011 Wing Champs! Come try em’ yourself. Famous Wings 2803 Recker Hwy, Winter Haven

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Savory Salmon, Chicken Medley and Other Dog/Cat Food Flavors So who are they kidding? Dogs and cats aren’t reading the flavors on the labels, humans are. When you open the can, they all smell the same. That fragrance I believe is called, nasty. My little dog looks at me with very sad eyes if I try to feed him dog food. It’s almost as if he is asking, “Did I do something to displease you? Surely you can’t expect me to eat this. It’s dog food!” I look at the ingredients on the can and he’s right. It is dog food that I end up feeding to the neighborhood possum. Here’s what I really don’t understand though. I will walk that very same finicky eating dog and when we are outside, he will roll in roadkill and try to eat dead lizards and old chicken bones and the foulest of finds on the street. I tell him street meat is unacceptable for dining fare. I end up saying “spit that out” a lot. Perhaps if the dog and cat food people could come up with ways to make the flavors taste like things our animals really love they would eat it. I came up with some flavor suggestions they actually will eat as I’ve seen them do it. We will start with dogs: Mommy’s Favorite Pair of Shoes, Daddy’s Stinky Socks, Road Kill Innards, Lizard Gizzards, Whatever You’re Eating for Dinner, Cat Poop in the Park and Barf Bag Surprise. For cats the menu is more limited: Lizard

Gizzards (these are across the board Florida favorite for canine and feline), Mouse Brains, Dead Bird Soufflé and Fish Parts. This is what I have seen actual animals eat. For puppies, you can add Arm of the Sofa, and Expensive Rug flavors. For kittens, just milk. Kittens are smart. People are not so smart. We keep buying dog and cat food and feeding it to the buzzards who eventually find it in a landfill. Funny thing is, the only thing I can get my dog to consistently eat is a hot dog. I got brave and read the ingredients to those. It is not so far removed from the aforementioned list. Pork by-products, tripe, and mechanically recovered meat make-up the stuff we eat at ball games. Yuck! We are not so superior to our pets. If we like hot dogs (and if you don’t believe what is in them, Google it), how is that much different is what our pets eat off the street? But at least put on the label what is on the can. Mechanically recovered meat, anyone? QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS info@todayandtonight.com NOVEMBER 2015

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35th Annual Lakeland Christmas Parade – Dec 3. Presented by the Junior League of Greater Lakeland. This year’s theme is “Lights of the Night”. Parade starts from the Lakeland Center. Thurs, 7 pm. Auburndale Tree Lighting Ceremony – Dec 3. Located Downtown City Park, Auburndale. Thurs, 5-8 pm.

Town of Dundee Christmas Tree Lighting – Dec 3. Located Dundee Community Center. Thurs, 6-8 pm.

Holiday Concert – Dec 3. The holiday concert will be presented by the ISO and conducted by Maestro Mark Thielen. Located Polk State College Fine Arts Theatre, 999 Ave H NE, Winter Haven. Thurs, 7 pm. www. thesymphonyguild.com Make It Magical, Let It Snow – Dec 4. Christmas in Downtown Lake Wales. A Lake Wales Arts Council Holiday Extravaganza with Live Music, Holiday Decorations, Shopping and Carriage Rides. Fri, 5-9 pm. Located Stuart Ave, Downtown Lake Wales. Call (863) 676-8426.

First Friday “Hometown Holiday” – Dec 4. An evening of free family friendly entertainment, activities, live music, art receptions, a car show, and, of course, the chance to check out a great, locally-owned restaurant or retail establishment. Located Downtown Munn Park/Kentucky Ave, Lakeland. Fri, 6-9 pm.

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Autumn Arts & Craft Bazaar – Nov 7. Located Downtown City Park, Auburndale. Sat, 9-4 pm. Call Parks & Rec Depart (863) 965-5545 for more info.

Dundee United Methodist Church Fall Festival & Turkey Dinner – Nov 7. Flea Market, Sweetshop Bake Sale, Crafts & More! Fall Festival from 8-2 pm and Turkey Dinner from 11-2 pm for $9.50 per person. Located Dundee United Church, 219 E. Merrill Ave, Dundee. Call (863) 439-2656 for more info. Cirque Dreams Holidaze – Nov 13. Not to be missed.... this circus-like holiday stage spectacular features ornaments, costumes and acrobatics that come alive celebrating holiday themes, music and traditions for the entire family. With over 300 costumes, 20 acts and 30 artists from every corner of the globe, Cirque Dreams Holidaze is the greatest variety show on the planet! Located in the Youkey Theatre at the Lakeland Center

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Festival of Wreaths – Nov 20 to Dec 12. The Polk County History Center is proud to host the annual Festival of Wreaths. The wreaths will be displayed in the History Center. The opening night of the festival will feature extended hours and photos with Santa and Mrs. Clause. The wreaths will be sold via silent auction, with all proceeds benefitting the History Center. Located Polk County History Center, 100 E Main St, Bartow. Cost – Free. Call Maria (863) 5344386 for more info. Haven Holiday Market – Nov 21. Free Community Event Featuring Arts, Crafts, Vintage, Book Signing, Kids Art Area, Food Trucks, Live Music and more. Located Central Park, Downtown Winter Haven. Sat, 9-4 pm.

Lakeland Annual Margarita Ball – Nov 21. Fundraiser for unprivileged children in the Lakeland area to help make the holidays brighter. Casual outdoor event. Enjoy food from a variety of local restaurants and unlimited margaritas and beerplus music from Mpire Band. Full cash bar available. Located at Lake Mirror Promenade, Lakeland. Sat, 8-11 pm. Cost - $40 Adv, $65 At the Door PLUS everyone must bring a new unwrapped gift. www.lakelandmargaritaball.com Public Ice Skating: Winter Season – Nov 24 to 29 and Dec 20 to Jan 3. Located at the Lakeland Center. Cost - $10 Adults and $9 Children 12 & under ($8 w/own skates). For times and sessions available: www. thelakelandcenter.com

3rd Annual Turkey Trot 5K – Nov 26. Start Your Thanksgiving Holiday off with a Run! This is a benefit for the Lake Wales YMCA Programs. Packet Pickup is Tues & Wed at the Lake Wales YMCA or the Morning of the Race starting at 7 am. Located Downtown Lake Wales, 200 E. Park Ave. Thurs, 8-9:30 am. Cost - $25 to $35. Register at www. lakewales5k.com or call (863) 6769441 for more info. Holiday Home Tour at Pinewood Estate – Nov 27 to Jan 3. Now in its 21st year, the Holiday Home Tour at Pinewood Estate is the highlight of our Christmas at Bok Tower Gardens season of holiday-themed events. The 20-room, Mediterranean-style mansion is decorated by volunteers and sponsored designers with this year’s design theme, “To Grandfather’s House We Go!” Locate Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lk Wales. Daily, 10-5 pm. www.boktowergardens.org

Havendale Christmas Parade – Dec 4. Annual Christmas Parade for the City of Winter Haven in partnership with the City of Auburndale. Located Havendale Blvd. from Hwy 17 to Auburndale. Fri, 7-9 pm. Call (863) 291-5656 for more info. Christmas Concert by Southeastern University – Dec 4 & 5. Located Bush Chapel, Southeastern University, 1000 Longfellow Blvd, Lakeland. Fri & Sat, 7:30 pm. Call (863) 667-5657 for more info.

Bartow Breakfast with Santa – Dec 5. Join the Zonta Club of Bartow and the Women’s Care Center for the Annual Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Free Craft Activities for Children included with the Pancake Breakfast. Located Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 500 West Stuart St., Bartow. Sat, 7-11 am. Cost - $7 per person. Call (863) 533-9187 for more info.

Winter Haven Tree Lighting Ceremony – Nov 28. Annual ceremony in Central Park Downtown Winter Haven which features music along with the lighting of the tree. Great way to get the family into the holiday spirit. Sat, 7 pm. Call Main Street Winter Haven (863) 295-9422 for more info.

Santa Paws – Dec 3. Start your holidays off with a fun event supporting the Humane Society of Polk County. Located at a one-ofa-kind venue, the Outback Oasis is a beautiful lush tropical reservation with exotic fish, kangaroos and more. A must do event with food, open bar and entertainment. Located Outback Oasis, 4000 Country Club Rd, Winter Haven. Thurs, 5-8 pm. Cost - $75. Sponsorships start at only $300. www. outbackoasis.com For tickets and info, call

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A Charlie Brown Christmas – Dec 11 to 13. Eunice Full Theatre for the youth. By Charles M. Schulz. Located at Lakeland Community Theatre, 121 S Lake Ave, Lakeland. Rated G. Cost - $15 Adults, $12 Child (12 and under). www.lakelandcommunitytheatre.com

Jingle Bell Classic – Dec 12. Runners, joggers and walkers can have fun, maybe take home a trophy, and help the friends of The Winter Haven Public Library. 10k race starts at 7 am, 5k run at 8:30 am, and for dogs w/ owners there will be a 1-mile walk-jog-run starting at 9:30 am. Activities for children in Central Park. Packet pick up at the Winter Haven Library, 325 Ave A, NW. Register at www.active.com

Auburndale Breakfast with Santa – Dec 5. Located at the Auburndale Civic Center. Sat, 9-11 am. Admission is $8. Tickets available at the Auburndale Parks and Rec Depart. Call (863) 965-5545 for more info. Bartow Ford Winter Wonderland – Dec 5. The snow is falling on Bartow Ford: Bartow Ford and 97 Country have teamed together to create a FREE Winter Wonderland Event. Free breakfast with Santa; 30 foot snow slide and snow play area; Polar Express Train; Musical Appearances by Elsa, Anna, & Olaf. Located Bartow Ford, 2800 US Hwy 98 North, Bartow. Sat, 9-2 pm. Call Kim Garrett (800) 533-4025 ext 239 for more info.

Lakeland 35th Annual Snowfest – Dec 5. Two snow mountains, visit from Santa Claus, local children’s entertainment, inflatables, arts & crafts vendors and food vendors. Located Munn Park, Downtown Lakeland. Sat, 10-2 pm. Admission is $1 or a canned food item. Admission to inflatables will be $1. Glitter Glisten & Snow – Dec 5. Light up the Park for the Holidays at Lake Eva Park with Santa, Snow Slides, Live Reindeer and Live Entertainment with Sisaundra Lewis from Season Six of NBC’s The Voice. Located Lk Eva Park, Haines City. Sat, 6pm. www. hainescity.com 2015 City of Lake Alfred’s Christmas Parade – Dec 5. This year’s theme: 100 Years of Magic. The parade will start at Central Park, 455 E. Cummings Street at South Glencruiten and will end at Gardner Park. Sat, 6:30-7:30 pm.

Sunset & Symphony Holiday Concert – Dec 5. Enjoy the sounds of the season with the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra and the Singing Tower carillon as they perform together during one of Central Florida’s favorite outdoor concerts. Families and friends are encouraged to prepare themed picnics and experience a magical evening as the sun sets atop Iron Mountain. Located Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lk Wales. Sat, 6-9 pm.

28th Annual Chain of Lakes Christmas Boat Parade – Dec 5. The route is planned to start at Lake May (start at Marine Supply) and go to Lake Shipp then through Lake May to Lake Howard and Lake Cannon. This is the tentative route and is subject to change based on lake levels (being too high in this years case). Sat, 6:30 pm (start time). www.winterhavenchamber.com

Magic on Main Street Christmas Parade – Dec 12. Located Town of Dundee Main Street. Sat, 10-12 pm. Christmas Bricktacular- Dec 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 & 20, 26 to 30. Bring in the holiday season with a 30-foot tall LEGO Christmas tree made of 270,000 LEGO bricks, life-size LEGO Santa, reindeer and sleigh, festive decorations, LEGO build activity, a LEGO Santa Scavenger Hunt and holiday entertainment. LEGO Santa and LEGO Toy Soldier make daily appearances in the Park providing a perfect family photo opportunity. General Admission Rates Apply. Located at LEGOLAND Florida. www.florida. legoland.com Carols in the Park – Dec 5 & 6. Holiday market with a 27-year holiday tradition. Craft Vendors, Holiday Concert, Food Vendors, Photos with Santa and Ice Princesses. Carriage Rides around the Park, Children’s’ Crafts and more. Located Central Park, Downtown Winter Haven. Sat & Sun, 10-5 pm. www.mainstreetwh.com A Canadian Brass Holiday – Dec 8. One of the world’s most popular brass ensembles. Located in the Youkey Theatre at The Lakeland Center, Lakeland. Tues, 7:30-9:30 pm. Call (863) 688-3743 or www.imperialsymphony.org for more info.

Downtown Bartow Christmas Parade – Dec 11. Located Main Street Bartow. Fri, 6-9 pm. Call (863) 519-0508 for more info.

Lake Wales Chorale Holiday Concert – Dec 11. Presented by Lake Wales Arts Council. Enjoy the Many Moods of Christmas. Located Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 644 S. 9th Street, Lake Wales. Fri, 7-9 pm. Cost - $15 Adults, $5 Students. Call (863) 676-8426 for more info. Christmas in the Village – Dec 11 & 12. Florida Flywheeler’s Antique Engine Club presents this two-night event. Narrated journey through many acres learning about the village and gazing upon thousands of Christmas lights as they shine in the dark of the night. Throughout the journey, each tractor group makes five fun stops; the first to receive candy canes; the second to take photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus; the third for cookies and hot chocolate; and the final and “most awesome one of all” according to a kid on my tractor ride for cider, eggnog, cookies and music. Located 7000 Avon Park Cut Off Rd, Ft Meade. Fri & Sat, 6-9 pm. Cost – Collecting Toys, Canned Foods and Money Donations for the Community. Call (863) 285-9121 for more info.

City of Davenport’s Winterfest – Dec 12. Festivities include a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, electric nighttime parade, cookie decorating, Festival of Trees, games and vendors, Located Bay Street, Downtown Davenport. Sat, 4-8 pm. www.mydavenport. org

Home for the Holidays: The Christmas Gala – Dec 12. The FSC Music Department’s Christmas Gala has become an essential holiday music tradition for the college and greater community. This year’s edition offers a wonder-filled array of musical favorites performed by music department students and faculty, joined by special invited guests from FSC’s musical theatre program and the Florida Dance Theatre. Located Florida Southern College, Branscomb Auditorium, 111 Lk Hollingsworth Dr, Lakeland. Sat, 2:30 & 7:30 pm. Cost - $8 Adults, $4 Students. Call (863) 680-4296 for more info. 2015 Kiwanis Club of Lake Wales Christmas Parade – Dec 12. This year’s theme is “Parade of Trees”. Located Stuart Ave, Downtown Lake Wales. Sat, 6-8 pm. Call (863) 676-7278 for more info.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra – Dec 12 & 13. A great way to catch the holiday spirit. This year’s theme is “The Ghosts of Christmas Eve”. Enjoy this rock holiday tradition for a new generation. Playing four shows for the holidays in Central Florida: Amway Center in Orlando Saturday, December 12th at 3 pm and 8 pm. Amalie Arena in Tampa Sunday, December 13th at 3 pm and 7:30 pm. For ticket info, www.livenation.com

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COMMUNITY SNIPPETS Art+Food Party to Have Italian Flavor Polk Museum of Art’s popular series of art parties will take on the flavors of Italy at Art+Food, set for 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, November 13, at the Museum. Tickets are $10 for members and $15 for non-members; tickets may be purchased at the door or at www.PolkMuseumofArt.org. The event is open to adults 18 and up. Attendees will be invited to sample fine Italian flavors from local restaurants and cast a vote for the winner of the second Art+Food Challenge. They can enjoy live music by Chad Kostella while perusing the latest exhibition, “An American in Venice: James McNeill Whistler and His Legacy.” At the cash bar, they will be invited to choose from a bellini, craft beer or a glass of smooth red wine. Among those competing are Red

Door Wine Market, Scarpa’s Italian Restaurant and Chef Frankie Bianchi. Art+Food is sponsored by MIDFLORIDA, Publix Super Markets Charities, A-C-T Environmental and Infrastructure and The Graces. Polk Museum of Art in Lakeland, Florida, is a private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting the arts in Central Florida. The Museum is one of the Top 10 art museums in the State of Florida, an Affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution and the only art museum accredited by the American Association of Museums serving the 561,000 residents of Polk County. Museum hours are 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesdays – Saturdays; 1 – 5 p.m. Sundays; and closed Mondays and major holidays. Admission is free for everyone year-round, thanks to the following organizations and individuals: Tuesdays, thanks to Southeastern University; Wednesdays, thanks to the Reitzel Foundation; Thursdays, thanks to our partnership with the Chao Foundation; Fridays; Saturdays, thanks to MIDFLORIDA; and Sundays, thanks to Clayton & Beverly Hollis. The Museum is fully accessible.

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MJ: What made you who and what you are? HANK LONGO: When I was 6 years old we moved from Long Island to Waterford, Michigan. My Dad was transferred to be the Director of the FBI Bureau in Pontiac. We moved to a fabulous place in the country. It was this huge hill, surrounded by miles around of connected lakes. I learned to water ski. It was a kid’s paradise with woods, apple orchards and fields. I loved making forts, swimming, diving from trees and wanted to be like Tarzan. We played baseball, basketball, football, had go-carts. In the winter, we would toboggan and snow ski. My creativity came to life, and my Mom, an elementary school teacher, let it blossom.

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Professional Writer, Motivational Speaker PART ONE Did you ever turn around because you could feel the presence of someone? That’s what happened to me at the Derry Down Cosmic Music Festival. I noticed a man with a camera and asked if he was filming this for a documentary. I got his card, said our goodbyes and looked at his Website the next day. His experiences were so broad and mighty, I decided he was worthy of a two part article. Hank Longo is a professional writer, motivational speaker, old fashioned storyteller, new fangled video producer, former wrestler, snow skier and currently holds the world-ranked water ski jump record. He just got in the Ski Hall of Fame. But he does more than water sports. He built a log cabin in New Mexico 10,000 feet high in the

Rocky Mountains. He got there by show shoeing. He now lives here and is helping others reach their summits. Listen in. MJ: Has anyone called you a Renaissance Man? HANK LONGO: Yes, it’s flattering. The most flattering was an article Dick Youngblood wrote about me in the Minneapolis Star and Tribune. The article was about an educational program I created teaching 4th, 5th and 6th graders economics, using the Star & Tribune for students to pour over items that had an economic impact. The course was titled “An Educational Space Adventure in Economics. Mission: Gravity Makes The Earth Spin, But Money Makes The World Go Round.” The students pretended they were aliens from the Starship Econ, who traveled down to earth to study its economic climate. It was a follow up to a course I created on starting a small business “The Yummy Cookie Company and the Bicycle Dream.” At the time I owned a gas station (Longo Oil) and a car stereo shop (Sound Around Town). I finished designing and installing a custom car stereo system for the Rock Star Prince’s new limousine. I was the Midwest Region Water Ski Jump Champion had just set a world stunt record jumping over 14 MasterCraft Boats, on ABC’s “That’s Incredible”. Dick described me as “encountering the quintessential man of parts.”

MJ: Talk about your concept of enlightenment. HANK LONGO: It opens the shades on your vision. You don’t let things get in your way that keep you from pursuing your vision and passion. To create, you have to visualize. You need to get above the things that bog you down. Clearly visualize what you want. For example, I love to go to the beach when I want to write. At home, it’s impossible to get unleashed from mundane projects. At the beach there’s nothing to do but be fascinated by the ocean. That relaxes me spiritually and unleashes visions and creativity. MJ: What’s your current endeavor? HANK LONGO: My educational program “SOAR and Make Your Dreams Come True: Lessons to Launch the Success of Making Your Dreams a Reality Now.” It is a 16 lesson educational program that teaches how to visualize dreams and passions to make them reality. By completing all 16 lessons, the student creates a blueprint. The catch is you can’t give up! Thanks to Mrs. Gina Williams, the Principle of Winter Haven High School, I produced my video, teaching the program, with Mrs. Pam Mizelle’s Broacast and Journalism class. My goal is to get “SOAR” in as many schools in Polk County (and the world) as I can and teach how to live your passion. MJ: If you had to sum up what you do in ten words or less? HANK LONGO: Fulfill my dreams, help others fulfill their dreams, please God! MJ: What’s the cohesive core of your work? HANK LONGO: Passion! You have to love what you do. If you wake up each day making a living doing what you love to do, you’re not working; you’re living the dream. Believe in yourself! If you have passion for other people and care, you’re embraced by the people. You share your life with and create inner peace. To create is something I have an unquenchable passion for; it’s quality time God and I spend together. It’s a gift I cherish!” Go see www.hanklongo.com for more. NOVEMBER 2015

BRAINEXCERCISE Sudoku Puzzle STRANGE BUT TRUE BY SAMANTHA WEAVER • It was 20th-century Swiss playwright and novelist Max Frisch who defined technology as “the knack of so arranging the world that we need not experience it.” • In the 1830s you could give someone a blizzard. Back then, of course, the word wasn’t referring to a snowstorm; rather, that phrase meant to give someone a piece of one’s mind. • Men certainly aren’t lacking in the self-confidence department. A survey found that 76 percent of men believe they are “somewhat” or “very attractive.” • Thanks to arrangements made by his very powerful family, Theophylactus of Tusculum became Pope Benedict IX in 1032, at the age of 20. It seems he wasn’t suited to religious life, and he was accused of “many vile adulteries and murders.” The Catholic Encyclopedia calls him “a disgrace to the Chair of Peter.” After 12 years he was forced out of Rome, but he returned the following year, 1045, and ousted Pope Sylvester III. Later that same year, a pious priest named John Gratian offered Benedict a large sum of money to vacate the post, which he did, allowing Gratian to become Pope Gregory VI. Unsurprisingly, Benedict soon changed his mind, and with Sylvester III still claiming the papal seat, there were now three popes vying for supremacy. Finally, at the end of 1046, the Council of Sutri declared Benedict and Sylvester deposed, Gregory was encouraged to resign, and a German bishop was proclaimed Pope Clement II.

TRIVIA TEST By Fifi Rodriguez

1. THEATER: Which musical featured a song with the lyrics, “I feel pretty, oh so pretty”? 2. MEDICAL: In human beings, what causes a goiter? 3. GEOGRAPHY: In what city would you find the Brandenburg Gate? 4. MUSIC: Which Southern rock band had a hit single with “Imaginary Lover”? 5. MOVIES: In which movie did longtime game host Bob Barker make his debut? 6. SCIENCE: What does an ornithologist study? 7. COMPUTERS: What kind of computer file carries the extension “.wav”? 8. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is the adjective used to describe horses? 9. LANGUAGE: What is a pangram? 10. FAMOUS QUOTATIONS: Who once said, “Outside of a dog, a book is man’s best friend. Inside of a dog, it’s too dark to read”? ANSWERS

1. “West Side Story”

2. Usually a lack of iodine 3. Berlin

4. Atlanta Rhythm Section

5. “Happy Gilmore” with Adam Sandler 6. Birds

7. Audio

8. Equine

9. A sentence that uses every letter of the alphabet.

10. Groucho Marx

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• Farmers in California are responsible for 95 percent of broccoli production in the United States. Now we know whom to blame.

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NOVEMBER CONCERT CALENDAR PRESENTED BY JESSIE’S LOUNGE TUESDAY, NOV 3

BLUEGRASS BUDDIES (Brocks Smokehouse, LW)

WEDNESDAY, NOV 4 GLEN JOHNSON (Brocks Smokehouse, LW)

THURSDAY, NOV 5

JAYKE ORVIS/MY BRAVEYARD JAW/ GARY LINDSAY & CO (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) JONI CANOVA (L’InContros Italian Rest, LW) TRAVIS LEDOYT (Polk Theatre, LKD) SHAWN RAHN (Fresco’s, LKD) YOU & I (Brocks Smokehouse, LW)

FRIDAY, NOV 6

BRASS HEART BAND (The Island Grill & Bar, WH) RESTLESS SOUL (Somewhere Sports Grill, WH) JOE WILLY BAND (Ms. Magoo’s Bar/Gr, BSN PK) BEN MEYER 3p/10,000 PAPERCUTS 5p/BUZZARD MAFIA 6p/REXARTREFKIN8p /RUSTY STEEL 8P (Roscoe’s Chili Challenge, LKD) ELI MOSLEY (Speedway, ADL) THERECLINERS.COM (Winners Circle North, LKD) BOBBY JAMES (Fresco’s, LKD) TONI BROWN BAND (Train Bistro, HC) FERNANDO “THE VOICE” (Brookedale Center, WH) THOMAS MCGANNON (Social Dance Club/Armory, PC)

SATURDAY, NOV 7

BUDDY CANOVA (Festival, Lions Park, LA) B. HAVEN (Seaplane Fest/Airport, WH) TONI BROWN BAND (Train Bistro, HC) CROSS TRAXX (Pour House Lounge, WH) HYPWITCH (Johnny G’s, LKD) WILLIAM MICHAEL MORGAN (Boots N Buckles Saloon, LKD) 10,000 PAPERCUTS 12p/ RUSTY STEEL 8P (Roscoe’s Chili Challenge, LKD) GLASS HOUSE POINT (Fire Restaurant, WH) ED WRIGHT (Fresco’s, LKD) THOMAS MCGANNON (Social Dance Club/Armory, PC)

SUNDAY, NOV 8

RANDY GOIN (Harborside, WH) ACOUSTIC DOSE 1:30p/ ALMOST THERE 6:30p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) MARY J. BLIGE wsg TAMAR BRAXTON (USF Sun Dome, TMP)

TUESDAY, NOV 10 JONI CANOVA (Luigi’s Italian Rest, LA) LUBECK (Apple Lounge, WH)

BLUEGRASS BUDDIES (Brocks Smokehouse, LW) Wednesday, Nov 11 GLEN JOHNSON (Brocks Smokehouse, LW) JOE B. (Fresco’s, LKD)

THURSDAY, NOV 12

YOU & I (Brocks Smokehouse, LW) JOHN CAMPBELL (Fresco’s, LKD)

FRIDAY, NOV 13

RED HOT ROOSTERS (The Island Grill & Bar, WH) RED HOT CHILLI PIPERS (Historic Polk Theatre, LKD) BRASS HEART BAND (The Ritz, WH) TONI BROWN BAND (Train Bistro, HC) DEAN JOHANESEN (Fresco’s, LKD) KIP MOORE (House of Blues, ORL) ZAC BROWN BAND (MID FL Amph, TMP) CHAKA KHAN (The Mahaffey, ST PET)

SATURDAY, NOV 14

BLUEPRINT/E-TURN/ GRAYSKUL (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) THE BIG DEAL BAND (Just One More Bar, LW) WONDERLAND (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA) B. HAVEN (Fire Restaurant, WH) TONI BROWN BAND (Train Bistro, HC) RED HOT ROOSTERS (Pour House Lounge, WH) BLACKJACK BILLY (Boots N Buckles Saloon, LKD) DAN SIGNOR PROJECT (Fresco’s, LKD) ZAC BROWN BAND (Amway Center, ORL)

SUNDAY, NOV 15

LAKELAND CONCERT BAND (The Lakeland Center, LKD) DOUG NELSON (Harborside, WH) ACOUSTIC DOSE 1:30p/ WONDERLAND 6:30p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) BRASS HEART BAND/NEXT LEVEL BAND/T. MIKE & DUKE/B. HAVEN/ALMOST THERE - FUNDRAISER (Meals on Wheels at Fire, WH) ALEJANDRO FERNANDEZ (Amway Center, ORL)

TUESDAY, NOV 17

JONI CANOVA (WH Senior Center, WH) BLUEGRASS BUDDIES (Brocks Smokehouse, LW)

WEDNESDAY, NOV 18 GLEN JOHNSON (Brocks Smokehouse, LW) RICH MISTRETTA (Fresco’s, LKD)

THURSDAY, NOV 19

JONI CANOVA (L’InContros Italian Rest, LW) CROSS TRAXX (Johnny G’s, LKD) YOU & I (Brocks Smokehouse, LW) ED WRIGHT (Fresco’s, LKD)

FRIDAY, NOV 20

ALMOST THERE (Somewhere Sports Grill, WH) WONDERLAND (High Seas Lounge, WH) TONI BROWN BAND (Train Bistro, HC) FERNANDO “THE VOICE” (Spring Lake Center, WH) ANDY SHREEVE (Fresco’s, LKD) GENE EANETT (Molly McHugh’s Irish Pub, LKD) MIKE LAINE (Social Dance Club/Armory, PC)

SATURDAY, NOV 21

DEAN JOHANESEN (Tony B’s Studio, LKD) GRAVITY (The Truth Factory, LKD) WONDERLAND (Pour House Lounge, WH) TONI BROWN BAND (Train Bistro, HC) RESTLESS SOUL (Johnny G’s, LKD) BRIAN SUTHERLAND BAND (Fresco’s, LKD) HARPER AND MIDWEST KIND (The Music Ranch, LKD) LUBECK (Keel & Curley Winery, PC)

SUNDAY, NOV 22 KEITH ROBINETTE (Harborside, WH) VELVET JONES (Old Man Frank’s, WH) 10,000 PAPERCUTS (Caribbean Bay, WH)

TUESDAY, NOV 24

JONI CANOVA (Luigi’s Italian Rest, LA) BLUEGRASS BUDDIES (Brocks Smokehouse, LW) FERNANDO “THE VOICE” (Consulate Center, WH)

WEDNESDAY, NOV 25 ACOUSTIC DOS (The Island Grill & Bar, WH) KALEIGH BAKER (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) GLASS HOUSE POINT (Ave Bar, WH) GLEN JOHNSON (Brocks Smokehouse, LW) BRETT FOSTER (Fresco’s, LKD)

THURSDAY, NOV 26

HAPPY THANKSGIVING! (Gobble Gobble, Polk County)

FRIDAY, NOV 27

TJ & THE CRUISERS (The Island Grill & Bar, WH) WONDERLAND (Apple Lounge, WH) TONI BROWN BAND (Train Bistro, HC) THE SOFA KINGS (Fresco’s, LKD)

RON BENNETT (Social Dance Club/Armory, PC) AARON LEWIS (House of Blues, ORL)

SATURDAY, NOV 28

WONDERLAND (Ybor Cigar & Spirits, LKD) TONI BROWN BAND (Train Bistro, HC) ALMOST THERE (Pour House Lounge, WH) HOYT HUGHES BAND (Johnny G’s, LKD) ANNA GAVIN (Fresco’s, LKD) FERNANDO “THE VOICE” (Plaza Del Sol Mall, KISS) CIARA (House of Blues, ORL)

SUNDAY, NOV 29

MIKE MONTS (Harborside, WH) ACOUSTIC DOSE 1:30p/ OLDEN KNEW 6:30p (Old Man Frank’s, WH)

TUESDAY, DEC 1

ISO TEA & SYMPHONY (The Lakeland Center, LKD) BLUEGRASS BUDDIES (Brocks Smokehouse, LW)

WEDNESDAY, DEC 2 GLEN JOHNSON (Brocks Smokehouse, LW) JOE B. (Fresco’s, LKD)

THURSDAY, DEC 3

YOU & I (Brocks Smokehouse, LW) DUSTIN LYNCH (House of Blues, ORL)

FRIDAY, DEC 4

DAN SIGNOR PROJECT (Fresco’s, LKD)

SATURDAY, DEC 5 SHAWN RAHN (Fresco’s, LKD)

SUNDAY, DEC 6

ACOUSTIC DOSE 1:30p/ CROSS TRAXX 6:30p

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