2016 JANUARY - APRIL PLAYMAKER

DIRECTORY OF PARKS, PROGRAMS AND SPECIAL EVENTS

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WE PROVIDE EXPERIENCES.

OUR MISSION: PARTNERING WITH THE COMMUNITY TO DELIVER SUPERIOR SERVICES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN RECREATION, LIBRARY, GOLF, CEMETERY AND PARK EXPERIENCES.

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FACILITY & STAFF DIRECTORY

BEERMAN FAMILY TENNIS CENTER

AQUATICS

CLEVELAND HEIGHTS GOLF COURSE

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SIGN UP FOR CLASSES ONLINE

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If you currently use the City’s Recreation Facilities, and want to register for classes online, grab your scan card and let’s get started.

Go to www.lakelandathletics.net and select the tab for the type of programming you would like to register for. (Classes are organized by start date.)

Select the name of the class to get more detailed information.

Once you have chosen the class you are interested in, select “Register” at the far right of the row.

If you have not used the online registration before, a user name and a password must be set up. Once that is done you can log in. On the next screen check the box to agree to the terms including the 2.8% fee.

Continue to the next screen. If you have a scan card for the participant enrolling in the class/program enter the number on the back.

(Note: You must use the scan card for the person participating in the class. Each individual has their own scan card; therefore, a parent cannot use their scan card to register their child for a class.)

If you don’t have a scan card, you can enter your information into the yellow fields for the participant.

Now, you can either proceed to checkout or add additional registrations. Feel free to call 863.834.3284 if you have questions or problems with online regsitration.

REGISTER FOR CLASSES ONLINE

KELLY RECREATION COMPLEX 404 IMPERIAL BLVD • 863.834.3284

it’s not the Established in 1983, Kelly Recreation Complex has been providing recreation opportunities to the community of Lakeland for over 25 years. This facility houses an expansive cardio theatre, multilevel fitness area, several classrooms, as well as a 12,000 square foot gymnasium. For those seeking outdoor recreation, eight lighted tennis courts are also available. This spacious facility provides the residents of Lakeland access to a diverse selection of recreation activities.

Registration at the Kelly Recreation Complex is required for all activities and classes. Due to limited enrollment, pre-registration and pre-payment is recommended and sometimes required for classes.

Online registration is available for most classes check page 5 for details.

Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri • 6am-10pm Sat • 8am-6pm Sun • 11am-5pm

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fitness rooms & gymnasium

*Fees are for fitness and gymnasium activities ONLY, class fees are separate.

Fees: $3 per Visit • $40 per 20-Visit Gym & Fitness Room Pass (Purchasing a pass saves you money!)

Guests: Out-of-City $4 • Out-of-State $5 All guests must check in upon entering the Kelly Recreation Complex and sign a waiver of liability to participate.

Weekend Pass (5pm Fri - 5pm Sun) $20 per 16-Visit Gym & Fitness Room Pass User Check-in: All users must check in before being permitted to use the fitness areas and gymnasium. New users will be required to register in the participant program and will be issued an identification tag. Lost ID tags are subject to a $1 replacement fee.

fitness

(Ongoing Activities and Classes) *All instructor-led activity and class fees are set by each individual instructor.

In addition, the admission fee paid for activities and classes does not include access to the cardio room, weight rooms or any other ongoing activities. This access may be gained by paying a separate fee.

Ab/Body Sculpting

Spin + Boxing Combo

A non-cardio training, toning & strengthening workout for you early risers that want to get a jump-start on the busy day ahead without the intimidating setting of a weight room. This class utilizes hand weights, body resistance and high repetitions. Ab/Sculpting is termed multi leveled because you choose the weight of dumbbells used.

Aerobics Room TUES | THURS • 6-6:45am | SAT • 8am $4 per class $40 - 12 Visits (Ab/Body Sculpting or AJ's Spin) Amy “AJ” Jackson ­­­—

TUES • 5:30-6:15pm | SAT • 8:30-9:15am $8 for both classes ­­—

Boxing for Life

A high-impact cardio-fight fitness program.

Participants can burn between 600 and 800 calories per class. It incorporates fight routines, free weights, resistance training and cardio into a high-energy motivational hour!

Participants only need to wear comfortable clothing and tennis shoes, boxing gloves and hand weights are provided. Everyone is welcome and this is perfect for all; young, old, experienced and beginners! * This class is especially effective when joined with Spin.

Aerobics Room TUES • 6:30-7:30pm THURS • 5:30-6:30pm FRI • 5:30-6:30pm SAT • 9:15-10:15am $6 per class Paul Thomas, Jane Waters-Thomas, Melissa Borchers, Chris Paul

Senior Shape Up

Low impact exercise especially designed for adults/seniors. Emphasis on several areas: stability and developing core strength; create upper body strength and coordination while improving your cardiovascular strength; improve your balance and strength skills with balance-challenging exercises and moves.

Weights/dynabands are provided.

Aerobics Room MON | WED | FRI • 8:30-9:30am TUES | THURS • 9-10am $5 per class | $35 per 16-visit pass Mar 21 - Apr 1 • NO CLASS Rosie Oxford ­­—

Tai Chi Chuan Rejuvenate and unwind while working on your breathing and flexibility, all while toning up.

Creative Movement Room TUES | THURS • 8:30-9:30am (Advanced) 9:30-10:30am (Beginners) $4 per class Rudy Abel ­­­

The minimum age requirement is 15 years old. Participants 12-14 years of age may work out if accompanied by a parent or guardian, 18 years old and up. Anyone under the age of 12 cannot use the fitness rooms due to insurance requirements. All participants are encouraged to consult a physician before beginning any exercise program.

Co-Ed Cardio Room: Work out in our cardio room featuring Cardio Theatre and Precor & Track Master machines such as cross trainers, upright & recumbent bikes, steppers, treadmills, rowers and more!

The theatre consists of 8 flat screen televisions on different stations for your entertainment. Standard 3.5 mm headphones are required for the audio. Participants may bring their own headphones or purchase a pair for $5 at the front desk.

Co-Ed Weight Room: Top quality Magnum weight machines, including leg extension, leg sled, cablecross over, biceps, chest press, free-weight stations, and more.

Yoga Yoga balances, harmonizes, purifies, and strengthens the body, mind, and soul.

This Pilates style builds strength, increases flexibility and promotes inner peace. These exercises blend breathing and movement in accessible and enjoyable routines. Wear loose, comfortable clothing.

Activity Room | Aerobics Room MON • 5:30-6:30pm WED • 5:30-6:30pm $5 per class ­­­­— ­­ Zumba®/Zumba® Toning Ditch the Workout and Join The Party!

Distress after a long day—This is so much fun you will not even know that you are working out. You do not have to know how to dance to join into the magic rhythms of the Zumba® music, the beat of the African drums, the Latin sounds of Samba, Salsa, Merengue, Cha Cha and more. The Zumba® music and choreography incorporates all genres including belly dance, latin and now your favorite top '40s. This class gives you a lot of benefits. With continued participation, many lost their excess weight while building a toned and lean dancer's body. This season, we will take on Zumba®'s new ABS and GLUTES program as well as TONING. Come have fun and party while getting into shape.

Instructor is PT/Certified Dance/Zumba® Instructor with 20 years of experience.

Creative Movement Room TUES | THURS (Toning) • 5:30-6:30pm $5 per class Susan Staton • danceclassy@yahoo.com

Pickleball A fun game that’s played on a badminton court with the net lowered to 34” at the center. It is played with a perforated plastic ball (similar to a whiffle ball) and wood or composite paddles. It is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fastpaced, competitive game for experienced players. New players are always welcome.

Indoor and outdoor courts available.

Gymnasium MON-THURS • 9am-12pm $2 per participant $30 - 20 Visit Pass

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Walking Club Walk in the air-conditioned comfort of the Kelly Recreation Basketball Gymnasium while visiting with friends and neighbors.

Basketball Gym • 6-8am No Charge ­­—

Jump On It!

This is a low-impact, cardio-intense workout for all levels. Just 20 minutes of rebounding = 1 hour of running for cardiovascular training. Burn Calories, lose pounds, strengthen your muscles, relieve stress, and have some fun!

Activity Room MON & WED • 5:30-6:15pm $4 per class

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activities & special events GREAT ESCAPES AT KELLY RECREATION COMPLEX Great Escapes is a youth enrichment opportunity available for elementary school aged students (K-5th grade) during select school holidays. The program includes games, crafts, sports and lots of fun!

Holiday Camp $50.00 per week December 21st – 23rd 7:30am – 5:30pm December 28th – December 31st (pick up by 4pm) 7:30am – 5:30pm Lunch and snacks NOT provided Spring Break Camp $50.00 per week March 21st – 25th Lunch and snacks NOT provided

EASTER BUNNY BRUNCH AT KELLY RECREATION COMPLEX Come eat Pancakes with the Easter Bunny, games, egg decorating and more! Bring your camera.

Mar 25 • 10-11am

SILVER SNEAKERS NOW AVAILABLE.

SPIN CLASS LINEUP Monday • 6-6:45am Tuesday • 5:30-6pm Wednesday • 6-6:45am Thursday • 5:30-6pm Friday • 6-6:45am Saturday • 8:30am

OUTDOOR TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL COURTS DAILY FEES: MON-SAT • NO CHARGE BEFORE 5PM • $6 COURT FEE AFTER 5PM SUN • NO CHARGE

PERSONAL TRAINING OPTIONS:

(THE FOLLOWING PERSONAL TRAINERS ARE APPROVED TO TRAIN ON SITE)

PHILLIP VALERRIANI | JENNIFER LEWIS | KENNETH WELSH | DEANNE DeFOREST

INDIVIDUALS SEEKING PERSONAL TRAINING SERVICE MAY CONSULT THE FONT DESK FOR OUR APPROVED PERSONAL TRAINERS CONTACT INFORMATION. OUR EMPLOYEES ARE NOT CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINERS, BUT THEY ARE KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT THE EQUIPMENT AND HOW IT IS USED.

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ADULT FITNESS ACTIVITY QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE INSTRUCTOR

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Ab/Body Sculpting

AJ

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$4 | $40 • 12 visits

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Boxing for Life

Jane Waters Paul Thomas Melissa Borchers

(T) 6:30-7:30pm • (TH) 5:30-6:30pm (F) 5:30-6:30pm • (Sat) 9:15-10:15am

$6

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Senior Shape-Up

Rosie Oxford

(M,W,F) 8:30-9:30am • (T,TH) 9-10am

$5 | $35 • 16 visits

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Tai Chi Chuan

Rudy Abel

(T) 8:30-9:30am • (TH) 9:30-10:30am

$4

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(M) 5:30-6:30pm • (W) 6:30-7:30pm • (S) 10:30am

$5

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Susan Staton

(T,TH) 5:30-6:30pm (Toning on Thursday)

$5

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Pickleball

(M-TH) 9am-12pm

$2 or $30 (20 visit)

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Walking Club

(M-F) 6-8am

Free

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Jump On It

(M,W) 5:30-6:15pm

$4

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(M) 6-6:45am | (T) 5:30-6:30pm (W) 6-6:45am (TH) 5:30-6:30pm | (F) 6-6:45am (S) 8:30am

$4

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Yoga Zumba®/Zumba® Toning

Spin KRC

Various Instructors

ADULT DANCE CLASSES QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

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Ballroom-Latin-Swing

Mary Dague

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Belly Dance • Day Classes

Sandi Silverman M

Beginner-Advanced • 9:30-10:30am

$72

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Belly Dance • Night Classes

Sandi Silverman W

Advanced • 6:45-7:45pm Beginner • 7:45-8:45pm Intermediate • 8:15-9:15pm

$72

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Hooka Palace Dancers Invitation Only

Sandi Silverman W

5:45-6:45pm

$54

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Line Dance (BEGINNER)

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New York Salsa

Eddie Benitez

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Beginner • 7-8pm | Intermediate • 8-9pm

$48

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Senior Ballroom

Mary Dague

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adult dance classes Ballroom – Latin – Swing Dance

Belly Dancing

Ballroom dancing is hot! Couples or singles are invited. Everyone dances!

Pre-registration is highly recommended.

Beginner - Learn to dance the basic steps of the popular ballroom dances: Smooth and romantic dances: Waltz, Tango and Foxtrot and Sassy Latin rhythms: Salsa, Cha Cha, Rumba and the All-American Jitterbuggin’ Swing.

Intermediate - This class is for those that completed the beginner’s course and are ready for more variety and confidence in their dancing.

Creative Movement Room TUES (14 weeks) • Jan 12 - Apr 26 7-8pm Beginners 8-9pm Intermediate/Advanced $64 per person Mary Dague • 863.683.6314 dancindague@yahoo.com

By Appointment For adults that choose not to participate in the group classes. These classes involve the use of finger cymbals, veils and costuming not provided by the instructor. Belly dancers have the opportunity to exhibit their talent at various performances. Sandi teaches with a great deal of energy and patience. She makes dancing fun and easy to learn.

MON (6 weeks) 12pm-2pm (1 hour slots) $250 per session Sandi Silverman

— Belly Dance – Day Classes Beginner – Intermediate Use of Finger cymbals, veils, and costuming are included in these lessons of ancient mystical dance. Belly dancers have the opportunity to exhibit their talent at various performances.

Creative Movement Room MON (12 weeks) Jan 4 - Mar 21 | Apr 4 - Jun 13 9:30-10:00am • Beginner 10-11am • Intermediate - Advanced $72 (12 wk) per person Sandi Silverman

— Line Dance Choreographed dances set to music. No partner necessary, but some experience required.

Creative Movement Room WED • 10-11am $2 per class Ethel Ewing

— Line Dance - Intermediate Choreographed dances set to music. No partner necessary, but some experience required.

Creative Movement Room FRI • 10am-12pm $2 per class Teresa Small

— Line Dance - Beginner

— Belly Dance – Evening Classes

Creative Movement Room FRI • 2-4pm $2 per class Teresa Small

Beginner – Intermediate – Advanced - Pro Use of finger cymbals, veils, and costuming are included in these lessons of ancient mystical dance. Belly dancers have the opportunity to exhibit their talent at various performances.

Creative Movement Room WED (9 weeks) Jan 6 - Mar 23 | Apr 6 - Jun 22 5:45-6:45pm Hooka Palace Dancers 6:15-7:45pm Advanced 7:15-8:45pm Beginner 8:15-9:15pm Intermediate $72 per session Sandi Silverman

Intro & Beginners Level 1 Salsa is an easy and fun Latin dance. From introduction to Salsa to Intermediate Salsa.

Learn the basic, styling, spins and much more. Very motivated and easy going instructors make sure you’re having fun while you learn. No partner necessary but useful.

Private lessons available.

Creative Movement Room MON (6 weeks) 7-8pm • Beginners | 8-9pm • Intermediate $42 per session/time slot Eddie Benitez

— New York Salsa on 1

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Senior Ballroom Dance Classes All Welcome!

A few basic dances you can learn include but not limited to: Two-Step, Fox Trot, Jitterbug, Tango, Cha Cha, Waltz, Rumba MON • Begins Nov 9 2:30-4pm NO CLASS: Dec 21, 28 $5 per class Mary Dague

activities

Pre-Ballet Dance Play (Ages 3-5) Teaching creative play and socialization through dance movements, the child learns poise and balance through stretching and breathing. Dancers learn direction, grace, poise, tempo and how to work as a group.

Also, they learn isolation, focusing on one part of the body. These can be simple movements to an adult, but a small child can have difficulty putting coordination, rhythm, and tempo all together.

MON • 12:15pm-12:45pm | 1-1:30pm TUES • 11-11:30am | 1-1:30pm WED • 11:30am-12pm THURS • 11-11:30am Jan 4 - Feb 11 | Feb 8 - Mar 31 (6 weeks) NO CLASS - Mar 21-24 $35 Recital: SAT, May 14 • 2pm • Lake Mirror (Closed Rehearsal: FRI, May 13 • 5-7pm)

— Quilting for Adults - All Levels For the beginner to the advanced quilter.

The instructor will have a planned sample quilt for beginners or more advanced projects are available. Students may bring in their own project or get help working on a project already in progress. A list of supplies will be given at the first class.

Must sign up for one or both time slots.

Arts and Crafts Room TUES (7 weeks) Jan 26 - Mar 8 | Mar 22 - May 3 1-3pm or 7-9pm $50 Robin Morelli

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American Sewing Guild The American Sewing Guild is a non-profit organization dedicated to people who believe sewing is a rewarding and creative activity. The Guild welcomes members of all skill levels. Come learn new skills and network with others who share an interest in sewing. The opportunity to contribute to community service sewing projects is our common thread. Please call for information before you come.

2nd MON • 10am Robin Morelli • 863.838.6411

— Lakeland Chess Club Arts & Crafts Room WMON • 7-9pm $1 per player

— Guitar for Beginners You think you want to give it a try? Come on — In 6 weeks you will be strumming chords, reading music and playing songs. If you have tried playing the guitar and are confused, then this is the class for you!

Youth Welcome Arts and Crafts Room SAT (6 weeks) • 11am-12pm Jan 9 - Feb 13 | Feb 20 - Mar 26 Apr 2 - May 7 $81 per session Jay Nerove • 863.514.0417 Call the instructor for scheduling for intermediate or advanced classes and private lessons

MANNERS AND ETIQUETTE TODAY

Sticky Spanish (Ages 16+)

A fun, hands-on, interactive class designed to enhance your self-confidence and improve your people skills. Things you need to know now: How to meet and greet, Cell phone etiquette and electronic communication, Out and about town, Dining and table manners, basics of fun social dancing, thank you notes. Things you will need to know later:, Interviewing, Resumes, On the job, Hosting. Seven classes will be at Kelly recreation Center and the eighth class will be a graduation dinner/dance (parents are invited and encouraged to attend) on March 2nd (time and location to be announced) with an additional $15 activity fee due Feb. 10th.

Contact Linda Stata 863.838.9009, lindastata@ gmail.com or Kelly Recreation 863.834.3284 WED • 7-8pm • Jan 20 - Mar 9 Graduation Dinner/Dance - Mar 2 (activity fee of $15 paid separately) 4th grade and older $60 per participant

It teaches Spanish and English simultaneously with instant translations. It also incorporates several teaching techniques to help all learning styles. Traditional dual language programs use print as their primary teaching tool.

Arts and Crafts Room Sep 1 - Oct 6 | Oct 20 - Nov 24 (6 weeks) TUES • 5:30-6:30pm $110 (includes manuals and workbooks)

— Learn to Draw- Japan Anime Club Ages 10 and up Learn basic and advanced techniques in drawing Anime style. Polish your skills and learn new ones. Make your characters pop.

Must possess some drawing skills and desire to grow them. Bring a sketchbook, drawing pad, loose leaf paper, a 3 ring binder (any size) and something to draw with.

Arts and Crafts Room FRI (5 weeks) • 6-8pm Jan 8 - Jan 29 | Feb 12 - Mar 4 Mar 18 - Apr 18 $75 per student Anwar Wilkerson clubanimeartist@gmail.com

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martial arts

These programs will increase self-esteem, boost confidence, refine coordination and teach respect for self and others. The opportunity to compete and progress through graduated belt ranks will be provided with each individual style.

Judo: Kodokan Imperial Dragon Judo Club Martial Arts Room MON | THURS • Ongoing 6:30-7:30pm • Ages 5-15 7:30-9pm • Ages 16+ $20 per month Philip Beytell

— Karate for Kids Traditional Karate with emphasis on selfesteem, respect, confidence and physical fitness. Competition team training available.

Martial Arts Room MON | WED | FRI • Ongoing 5:15-6:15pm • Ages 7-12 $75 per month (7-12 yrs) INTRO CLASS REQUIRED Angela Boatright 863.286.2772

— Karate for Teens and Adults Ages 13 and Up Personal development through the study of Wado-Ryu Karate. Perfection of character through mental thoughness, physical fitness and self-defense. Instructors have over 40 years combined experience teaching and competing worldwide.

Activity Room MON | THURS • 7-8:30pm $10 per class or $50 per month Angela Boatright | Jay Boatright shuharidojo.com

— Art of Taijutsu Ages 13 and Up A martial art based on inner mechanics created through an understanding of body dynamics. No limitations to physical ability or gender. Chris Hurban has been training in this art for over 20 years. For more information call 712-3043 or email cmhurban@yahoo.com Martial Arts Room | Arts & Crafts Room THURS | FRI • 6:30-8:30pm $10 per class or $40 per month Chris Hurban www.bujinkanofcentralflorida.com

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Shorin-Bushido Karate and Ki-Shin-Kai Aikido Ages 14 and Up The Shorin-Bushido dojo is a new martial arts school focusing on classical Karate and Aikido. Emphasis will be placed on self defense and traditional Japanese/Okinawan training methods, as well as the cultural and spiritual philosophy that shaped those arts.

All participants interested in improving their health, well-being and broadening their horizons are welcome. The instructor, Butch Bonner has 30 years experience in martial arts. For more information, please visit: www. shorin-bushido.com Martial Arts Room TUES (Aikido) • 6:30-8:30pm Aerobic Room THURS (Karate) • 6:45-8:45pm $8 per class or $40 per month (Both Classes) $25 per month (One Class) Butch Bonner

— Hapkido A dynamic and eclectic Korean martial art of self-defense that employs joint locks, punches, kicks, throws and weapons.

Hapkido is a complete martial art and also provides physical conditioning which improves balance, posture, flexibility, timing, quickness, muscle tone, joint strength and most importantly: confidence through physical and mental discipline. Mr. Wilkerson has 30 years of martial arts experience. To learn more, visit www.GoldTreeMartialArts.com Martial Arts Room WED • 6:30-8:30pm $10 per class or $35 per month John Wilkerson

— Imperial Lakeland Fencing Club Fencing is a sport that the entire family can enjoy and practice. You can get a great workout, work towards a scholarship or compete in the Olympics. It teaches you patience, respect, agility, poise and a combination of physical and mental strategy.

Creative Movement Room THURS • 7-9pm | SAT • 11am-2pm $10 per class or $40 per month Nigel Phang

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BIG DEAL PASS • 40 Visits for $60 • Available All Week!** *Check in is required at the front desk. (For a complete list of class times stop by and we will give you a schedule) **Limit one BIG DEAL PASS per person, BIG DEAL PASSES cannot be purchased if there are remaining visits on existing BIG DEAL.

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BEERMAN FAMILY TENNIS CENTER

1000 E. EDGEWOOD DR • 863.834.2374

The Beerman Family Tennis Complex, located at Edgewood Park, has 18 lighted hard surface tennis courts and two three-wall racquetball courts. Edgewood Park also has an ADA Accessible playground area, Common Ground. The complex is open Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm. Saturday and Sunday the courts will close at the same time as Common Ground Playground. Usually this will be 6 p.m. during the winter months and 8 p.m. during the Summer months. Call for Pro Shop hours 863.834.2374, Fax Number 863.413.2373.

Hours of Operation Mon-Fri • 8am-10pm Sat-Sun * 8am-6pm

Daily Per Hour Fees Mon-Fri •$6 per court per hour (after 5pm) No Charge • Mon-Fri, before 5 p.m. | Sat-Sun ALL DAY

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tennis group instruction Tiny Tots, Junior & Adult Group Clinics

Group lessons are offered for both beginner and intermediate juniors (ages 8-18) and adult (ages 19 and up) tennis players. The beginner class teaches fundamentals, while the intermediate class focuses on skill improvement. The classes are no larger than 12 participants and begin the first Tuesday of each month. Pre-registration is required.

Registration can be done at the Pro shop, Kelly Recreation Complex, or online at www.lakelandgov.net/parkrec.

Tues-Thurs Jan 5-21 | Feb 2-19 | Mar 1-17 | Apr 5-21 4-5pm • Tiny Tots Beginners (Ages 5-7) 4-5 pm • Junior Beginners 5-6pm • Junior Intermediates 7-8pm • Adult Beginners & Intermediates $40 per clinic Ray Schick **PLEASE BRING A NEW CAN OF TENNIS BALLS**

tennis leagues Adults 19 and Over

Tennis is the sport for a lifetime of fun and fitness. Come join our leagues for all abilities.

The Polk County Tennis Association League consists of 12 tennis facilities and clubs in Polk County. For information on leagues, please call Dave Beerman at 834-2374.

Ladies • Tues-Thurs • 9am-12pm | Wed • 7-9:30pm Men’s • Tues-Thurs • 7-9:30pm Mixed Doubles • Mon • 7-9:30pm Singles • Tues • 6-7:30pm | 7:30-10pm Organizational meeting: League Play (Adults) • Sep-Dec | Jan-May | Jun-Aug Jan 5 • 7pm

tennis tournaments Lakeland Winter Sectional Jr. Tournament

Jan 16-19 18 and under Girls & Boys Divisions Call 863.834.2374 for more information Deadline: Dec 15 ­—

Bayre Lay Memorial Jr. Tournament Feb 6-8 10-18 Girls & Boys Divisions Call 863.834.2374 for more information Deadline: Feb 3

Polk Senior Games Tournament Feb 29 - Mar 4 Age 50 and over (Mixed Doubles, Singles & Doubles) Call 863.533.0055 for more information Deadline: Feb 1 ­—

Linder Jr. Super Series

Mar 19-21 10-18 Girls & Boys Divisions Deadline: Mar 14

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COLEMANBUSH BUILDING

1104 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. AVE • 863.834.3350

The Coleman-Bush Building is a recently renovated and redesigned, multi-purpose facility with attractive amenities including several rooms serving as rental space, meeting rooms, classrooms and a dance studio. This building is a fitting location for a wide range of events including weddings, receptions, reunions and many other types of gatherings. Also, many educational and recreational classes are offered and we are always looking to expand our class offerings.

If you or someone you know is interested in teaching a class, please contact the facility!

Just a reminder - registration is required for all classes and activities; pre-registration is highly recommended and encouraged. All fees must be paid by cash or check only.

Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri • 8am-5pm (Classes and meetings after 5pm) Sat & Sun • Open for scheduled events only Neighborhood Services: Housing Rehab/Code Enforcement: 863.834.3360 NAACP: 863.682.8879

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change attitude.

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CLASSES QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

Tutoring (Grades K-8) 4:00-5:30pm

Tutoring (Grades K-8) 4:00-5:30pm

Tutoring (Grades K-8) 4:00-5:30pm

Super Tots 5:35-6:15pm

Tae Kwon Do Intermediate 5:45-7pm

Piano 5:30-7pm

Piano 5-6:30pm

Tae Kwon Do Beginner 5:45-7pm

Fusion & Elite Tap 5:45-6:30pm

Zumba® - TONING 5:45-6:45pm

Ballet 1 | Jr. Pro Tap 5:30-6:15pm

Ballet 2 6:30-7:15pm

Zumba® - TONING 5:45-6:45pm

Tap 1 & 2 | Jr. Pro Ballet 6:15-7pm

Fusion Jazz | Elite Ballet 6:30-7:15pm

Jazz 1 | Jr. Pro Jazz 7-7:45pm

Elite Jazz | Fusion Ballet 7:15-8pm

Jazz 2 7:15-8pm

MONTHLY MEETINGS @ COLEMAN-BUSH Paul A Diggs 3rd Tues • 6:30-8:30pm Coleman-Bush Boosters 1st & 3rd Wed • 10:30am-12pm Webster Neighborhood 2nd Thurs • 7-9pm NAACP Youth 2nd & 4th Thurs • 6-7pm NAACP 2nd & 4th Thurs • 7-9pm G. Leggett 3rd Thurs • 7-9pm Faith In Action (Seniors) 4th Thurs • 10:30am-12pm Faith In Action (Board Meeting) 1st Mon • 6-7:30pm Crystal's World of Dance Parent Night 3rd Thurs • 6-7pm

tutoring & piano After School Tutoring

Tutoring is provided to K-8th graders by certified PCSB teachers.

Participants receive help in Reading, Mathematics, Language Arts, and Computer Skills. Help with homework is also provided.

TUES-THURS • 4-5:30pm • Beginning Sep 8 TUES - Grades K-2 | WED - Grades 3-5 | THURS - Grades 6-8 Bernice & Morris Chestang Fall Tutoring Semester to mirror Polk County School Board Calendar ­—

Piano/Keyboard Classes

Students will engage in hands-on activities on the keyboard of the piano and in theory explorations; learn new piano/keyboard techniques; and play classical, popular, and religious songs.

WED • 5:30-7pm • Ages 6+ THURS • 5-6:30pm • Ages 6+ $25 per month $25 per month Lolita Berrien Debra Williams

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dance

crystal’s world O F DANCE

Crystal’s World of Dance strives to increase artistic opportunities and provide outlets for the youth within the Lakeland community. Providing a unique approach to dance instruction dancers receive professional training through a variety of dance techniques including Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern, and African Dance & Drumming.

Zumba® Toning When it comes to body sculpting, Zumba® Toning raises the bar (or rather, the toning stick). Learn how to use lightweight, maraca-like Toning Sticks to enhance rhythm and tone all the target zones, including arms, abs and thighs. Zumba® Toning is the perfect way to sculpt your body naturally while having a total blast.

You'll not only lose pounds and inches but you will have curves in all the right places, as a result of this program. lThis exciting breakthrough workout is designed to offer you a safe and yet very effective total body sculpting workout.

TUES | WED • 5:45-6:45pm • All Ages $5 per class Certified Zumba® & Toning Instructor

martial arts Tae Kwon Do

Let’s put honor, respect, and discipline back in our community! Take advantage of this life changing sport today that everyone in your family can enjoy!

Dress code: to be discussed with instructor MON & TUES 5:45-7:15pm • Ages 5+ $50 per month Franklin Watkins, Jr.

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students are introduced to the skills of performing, stage presence and projection.

All while becoming motivated to perform, and feel a need to dance! Crystal’s World of Dance offers two recitals annually, in conjunction with several community performances and competitions. It is the Mission of Crystal’s World of Dance to expose each student to the world of dance through training and performances.

The Student’s participate in several community performances such as: The production of Clare and the Chocolate Nutcracker, The L.B Brown cultural festival, The Evelyn Bryant Cultural Festival, and The Black Nativity. Students take pride in traveling to participate in training classes, workshops and to perform. Dancers have visited The Debbie Allen Dance Academy in California, The Broadway Dance Center in New York City, Total Dance in Atlanta, and Joy of Motion in Washington DC to name a few. In 2013, dancers traveled to Atlanta, Ga. to compete in the National Platinum Dance Competition and won 1st place in three different categories. At Crystal’s World of Dance we believe dance and the art of performing are powerful tools and should be used for making a positive change in the world!

Annual Dance Recital – Performers will be required to purchase their dance costumes, price list will be available 8 weeks prior to the annual dance recital.

For more information, call Crystal @ 863.409.9952 www.crystalsworldofdance.com

classes ELITE

Elite Dancers are at the highest level class offered and has a strong focus on more complex steps and choreography.

It focuses on the tools, technique, and strength needed to execute this advanced form of dance. These advanced dancers are focused on dance conditioning, advanced technique, musicality, style and execution of choreography.

This level will take that technique and challenge the dancers to find their own style as well as adjust to other teaching styles of Jazz, Ballet and Tap

— FUSION CWOD Fusion is for the more advanced dancer and is for those dancers who have previously focused on basic technique. This level will take that technique and challenge the dancers to find their own style as well as adjust to other teaching styles of Jazz, Ballet, and Tap. These advanced dancers are focused on dance conditioning, advanced technique, musicality, style and execution of choreography.

— BALLET & TAP Ballet is a classic art form teaches poise, strength, grace & control, proper body placement & alignment as well as discipline. This genre is the essential foundation for all other types of dance and is foremost in learning proper technique.

TAP class is a form of dance wherein rhythmic sounds are created by the feet. This class teaches all the very basic through advanced skills in tap with emphasis on rhythm, and tempo, and ability to count music, with numbers and even sounds. ­—

JR. PRO BALLET & TAP

Jr. Pro Tap class continues the education of steps and combinations across the floor with a general focus more complex combinations, turns and historical tap combinations.

Jr Pro Ballet students learn how to incorporate both slow and fast movements into their ballet repertoire. Students use their previous training and ballet alignment to train in the centre of their room for balance, travelling, jumping, and turning.

JAZZ Jazz dance steps are the first part of exploring jazz dance, an energetic and exciting display of physical prowess. Jazz dance itself is a combination of classical ballet moves mixed with steps from American popular culture, including African and Celtic dance influences. While it has become a fine art form, originally jazz dance was designed to entertain, and even the basic steps have a showy, extreme feel to them.

— SUPER TOTS Super Tots is designed for toddlers age 3 and 4 and is perfect for those entering a dance class for the first time who are eager to explore the world of dance! The dancers will have a rich experience of learning how their bodies respond to music learning skills such as locomotor (moving) and non-locomotor (staying in one place) movements in an atmosphere that is filled with imagery and self-expression. Dancers learn basic ballet and jazz skills that help strengthen their motor coordination & body awareness. Social skills are also acquired as they develop simple class tasks such as taking turns and following directions while interacting with their peers.

— BALLET 2 Ballet Level 2 is a class for any dancer with a beginning understanding of ballet technique. The class covers the fundamentals of ballet technique using simple combination patterns to allow students to focus on perfecting their technique and learn new steps. This class builds of skills taught in level 1.

— JAZZ 2 Jazz 2 builds on the skills and technique learned in Jazz I. Students will continue to work on jazz positions, turns, leaps and choreography. Students will be expected to continue work on strength and flexibility to enhance their skills and continue to grow as dancers.

— HIP HOP 1 Hip Hop 1 is designed for beginners who will have a blast in this fast paced, high energy dance class which introduces basic hip hop, the latest trends. All movement will be modest & age appropriate.

— Jr. Pro Jazz Jr. Pro Jazz focuses on skills in isolation, syncopation, strength, rhythm, contraction, and expansion. Influenced by African dance, jazz dance uses many of the techniques from other forms of dance allowing room for improvisation. There is a strong emphasis on proper execution of technique.

ALL CLASSES: $30

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for adults Coleman-Bush Boosters Club

Faith in Action North Lakeland, Inc.

(Mature Adults/Seniors) Our mission is to preserve and enhance the physical, cultural and historical environment within Northwest Lakeland; • Provide a support system for programs and activities within Coleman-Bush Building.

• Establish a heritage place to house exhibits, materials, and information on local residents/structures present/past.

• Stimulate and promote ongoing intergenerational activities.

Coleman-Bush Boosters provide support for facility programs and projects.

1st and 3rd WED 10:30am-12pm

“Services to the Elderly”- There are always Solutions and we have the Resources to get Results. A forum for Seniors, allowing them to gather information and voice their concerns and problems; whether it is personal, medical, neighborhood or community in general (houses in neighborhood that need to be watched or problems with your electric bill, etc.).

4TH THURS w/ Presenter 10:30am-12pm (Lunch Served) Mildred S. McMillon, Exective Director 863.686.0009

— Horseshoes MON-FRI • 9am-4pm Free

— Shuffleboard MON-FRI • 9am-4pm $1 cue rental available

— Seniors' Day Out Come join us and have some fun doing activities. Board games, arts & crafts, shuffle board, park trail, etc.

3RD FRI • 10am-12pm FREE TO ALL SENIORS

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— Monthly Parent Information Night Learn what it takes to be a "Volunteer for Dance," always be informed of the upcoming dance events, and learn how to assist with upcoming activities outside of practice.

3RD THURS • 6-7pm Crystal Brown • 863.409.9952 —

Central Florida Steppers -Including Line Dancing MON • 7-9pm $10 per class | $40 per month David "Gumby" Daniels CentralFLSteppin@aol.com

Coleman-Bush Building History

Coleman-Bush Building was designed to be a multipurpose physical facility for the social, economic, health, cultural, recreational, and educational needs of the growing community.

Construction began on the then-named Northwest Community Center in 1974.

In October of 1980, it officially became the Coleman-Bush Building. It was named after two gentlemen who were prominent members of the community. Charles A. Coleman was a Lakeland Commissioner from 1974 until 1978. He also served as mayor pro term in 1976 and mayor in 1977. Gow M. Bush was a well known physician. They were both active and involved in the local civic affairs.

This building has proven to be an important asset to the community and has continued to fulfill the objective set up all those years ago. It has provided office space for lease by nonprofit organizations and meeting space for civic groups. Social events enhance the quality of the community life, so it is only fitting that the Coleman-Bush Building, a community cornerstone, hosts these events, as well. It also provides leisure time programming for the city’s residents. City of Lakeland Neighborhood Services & Housing Division replaced the rental suites, NAACP remains in the building.

upcoming events Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Parade • 2016 Theme: "Are You Tuned Up 4 Change?"

The City of Lakeland Parks & Recreation along with the MLK Parade Committee would like to invite you to join us as we celebrate the Dream of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Annual Parade. It’s a great way for the community to show how we celebrate one our legacy leaders.

Churches, organizations, daycares, fraternities, sororities, dance groups, bands and businesses will stroll down Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue on this community event.

Deadline for Applications: Dec 18 • Interest Meeting For All Participants: Jan 6 • $20 per unit Contact: Natalie Gallon • 834.3351 SATURDAY, January 16, 2016 • Lineup: 9am • Kathleen Rd & 14th St • Parade Starts: 11am • Providence Rd —

Black History Festival Feb 20 • 10am-2pm —

2016 Piano & Dance Recital May 15 • 2-5pm

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SIMPSON PARK

1725 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. AVE • 863.834.2577 Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri • 10am-9pm Sat • 8am-6pm Sun • 11am-5pm

This gorgeous recreation facility features two multipurpose rooms, game room, kitchen, separate men’s and women’s weight rooms, study hall facility, computer center and a spacious gymnasium which houses two full-size basketball courts. It is equipped with great outdoor facilities as well, such as one tennis court, two basketball courts, playground and a newly renovated softball field. This indoor/outdoor facility allows the Parks and Recreation Department the opportunity to provide comprehensive recreation programming to suit the varied needs and interests of the North Lakeland Community. Instructional classes, sports leagues, recreational play, fitness and special event programming ensure constant activities.

REGISTRATION

Parks and Recreation scan cards are required for all activities and classes. Due to limited enrollment, pre-registration and pre-payment is recommended and sometimes required for classes.

WE CAN’T

becomewhat we need to be by remaining WHAT WE

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VOLUNTEERS

We are always looking for volunteers to assist us with special activities, events, tournaments, etc. Come by and fill out a form so we can include you in our database.

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DANCING WITH THE STARS

Crystal’s World of dance strives to increase artistic opportunities and provide outlets for the youth within the Lakeland community. Providing a unique approach to dance instruction, dancers receive professional training through a variety of dance techniques including Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern and African Dance and Drumming. Students are introduced to the skills of performing, stage presence and projection all while becoming motivated to perform and feel a need to dance! Crystal’s World of Dance offers two recitals annually, in conjunction with several community performances and competitions. It is the mission of Crystal’s World of Dance to expose each student to the world of dance through training and performances.

The students participate in several community performances such as- The Production of Clare and the Chocolate Nutcracker, The L. B. Brown Cultural Festival, The Evelyn Bryant Cultural Festival, and Black The Black Nativity. Students take pride in traveling to participate in training classes, workshops and to perform. Dancers have visited The Debbie Allen Dance Academy in California, The Broadway Dance Center in New York City, Total Dance in Atlanta, and Joy of Motion in Washington DC to name a few. In 2013, dancers traveled to Atlanta, GA to compete in the National Platinum Dance Competition and won 1st place in three different categories. At Crystal’s World of Dance we believe dance and the art of performing are powerful tools and should be used for making a positive change in the world!

MONDAY Studio A

Studio B

5:45-6:30pm

Hip Hop *

6:30-7:15pm

African Dance 1&2

Class Age Requirements

6:30-7:30pm

Competitive Jazz *

7:30-8:15pm

African Dance 3

Adult Jazz ($5 per class)

Studio A

Studio B

Super Tots • ages 2-5 Level One • ages 6-8 Level Two • ages 9-11 Teen • ages 12-17 Adult • ages 18 and over

9-10am

Creative Jazz

Open Jazz

10-11am

Jr. Pro Lyrical *

Tumbling ($17.50 per month)

11am-12pm

Open Ballet *

Competitve Contemporary

12-1pm

African Drumming

Teen African Dance

SATURDAY

* $30 per month

Men & Women Conditioning/Fitness Rooms Men: Top quality Pro Maxima weight machines including leg extensions, leg sled, cable-crossover, biceps, chest press, free weight station , treadmills, elliptical and more.

Women: Top quality weight machines, various leg machines, squat rack, roman chair, outer thigh machine, treadmills, elliptical and more. Designated play area for toddlers and infants.

Ages 18+ • $3 per visit • $40 (20 visit pass) ­—

Basketball

Times of open play vary each week. Please check the posted onsite facility schedule to plan your activity. An Activity Card and Fee is required to play.

All Ages • $3 per visit • $40 (20 visit pass) Free for Children 17 & under • MON-FRI (During School Year) • 2:30-5pm

­ — Game Room Come enjoy our large game room which includes: 2 pool tables, 1 bumper-pool table, 2 foosball tables, 2 table tennis tables, or watch television to pass time by with the other participants.

All Ages • Free

— Read To Achieve Area business leaers and parents are invited to come out and read to kids and express the importance of reading.

THURS • 4-5pm • Grades K-5 • Free • Angela Williams • 863.834.2577

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clubs • sports/social Runway Models

High School Basketball League

An influential class on professionalism, creativity, dependability and a culturally viable approach to the “Art of Walking” and fashion show presentation.

TUES • 6-7:30pm 2nd/4th Sun • 2-3:30pm Ages 8-18 $3.50 per class LaWanda Bailey ­—

Need somewhere to play between high school league and summer league? Come out to Simpson Park high school basketball league. Games will be played on Friday nights.

Registration Free Boys Grade 8th thru 11th 8 Week Season Sign-ups start Feb. 1 Season Starts March 4 Rashawn Gant/ Dadrian Grier

Simpson Park Get Fit Club Initial Member Fee • $30 Monthly Fee • $10 ­—

Table Tennis Club

The Lakeland Table Tennis Association welcomes you to play competitive table tennis. Round Robin Tournaments on Sunday.

L.T.T.A 2016 Tournament Feb 19, 20 | May 13, 14 MON • 10am-1pm WED • 6-8:30pm FRI • 10am-1pm | 6-8:30pm SUN • 11:30am-4pm $2.50 per day floridatt.com/lakelandtt

— S. D. McArthur Educational After School Program MON-FRI • 3-5:30pm Grades K-5 Free Valencia Sanders

­ — Youth Help Group This group is geared towards kids that have faced crisis in their lives and meet with others that have faced similar problems. Free.

2nd MON • 6pm Ages 16+ M. Roberts —

Simpson Park Tee Ball / Baseball League Sign up run from January 4th – March 21st Practices start week of March 1st Games start April 9th Angela Williams/ Rashawn Gant

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events

Little Miss Simpson Park Softball Camp Come out and learn the fundamentals of the game and have fun doing it. This will be a half day camp that will focus on the fundamentals of fast pitch softball. Beginners are welcome. Everyone is asked to bring their equipment if they have it.

SAT • Jan 9 | 9am-12pm Girls Ages 8-15 • Free Angela Williams

Jelly Bean Jubilee Easter Extravaganza This FREE event is expected to be a lot of fun for kids 10 years and younger. Movie will be shown after egg hunt.

SAT • Mar 12 | 5-8pm

police athletic league

The National Police Athletic League began back in 1910 when Captain John Sweeney of the New York Police Department had the insight to offer inner-city youth some positive experiences, which involved interaction with law enforcement officers. He began knowing that the program would influence the youth of his community. Law enforcement involvement and supervision at recreation sites such as ball fields, classrooms, and playgrounds helped to position these officers as friends.

Today, PAL serves more than 1.5 million youth nationwide between the ages of 4 and 18.

The organization has over 300 law enforcement agencies serving over 700 cities and 1,700 facilities throughout the United States, including the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico.

The Lakeland Police Athletic / Activities League Inc. (PAL) became incorporated in the State of Florida on October 14, 1993. Lakeland PAL began with only a few children participating in the program; Today, Lakeland PAL staff and volunteers mentor to more than 900 local children annually and supervise dozens of local volunteers.

Our Mission: The Lakeland Police Athletic / Activities League, Inc. (PAL) was formed to prevent juvenile crime and violence utilizing recreation-oriented juvenile crime prevention programs that relies heavily upon athletics, recreational activities, and education to help kids go right and stay right.

Through our crime prevention programs, our mission and commitment is to "fill playgrounds, not prisons."

For more information, contact: Tim Abram, PAL Executive Director 863.834.8970 www.facebook.com/policeathleticleague | follow us on twitter: @LakelandPAL

www.lakelandpal.org

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>> Uniform Provided >> Must Be At Least 16 Years Old >> Applicants Must Pass a Swim/Skills Test and Personal Interview >> Starts at $9/hr >> Must Be Available To Work Flexible Schedule

FOR DETAILS, CALL GANDY POOL AT 863.834.3157 www.lakelandgov.net

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BEGINNING JANUARY 2016

GANDY POOL

SIMPSON POOL

GANDY POOL IS CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS JAN 1 - MAY 1.

PLEASE CALL FOR DETAILS.

SIMPSON POOL IS CLOSED UNTIL SPRING 2016.

Gandy Pool features a 10-lane, 25-yard short course

pool and separate diving well with two one-meter diving

heated pool with a one-meter diving board and a 3-4 feet

boards. A hydraulic handicap lift chair is also available.

deep recreation pool. A handicap ramp at 0-depth and a

Amenities at the Simpson Pool include vending machines

hydraulic handicap lift chair is provided. Open year round.

(food and drink permitted in pavilion areas only),

Amenities at Gandy Pool include vending machines

lockers for personal belongings, lap lanes/time clocks

(food and drink permitted in pavilion areas only), lockers

available, bleacher seating, shower/changing rooms,

for personal belongings, family restrooms, lap lanes/time

and personal floatation devices available for check out.

clocks available, bleacher seating, shower/changing

Arm wings are prohibited, lifejackets are available for use

rooms and personal floatation devices available for check

upon request.

404 IMPERIAL BLVD • 863.834.3157

1725 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. AVE • 863.834.2286 Simpson Pool features a 10 lane, 50 meter long course

out. Sorry, no refunds due to inclement weather!

SPECIAL HOURS & CLOSINGS: DUE TO RENOVATIONS, WE WILL BE CLOSED JAN 1 - MAY 1.

Call for additional details.

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entertainment complex that provides senior adult activities, theatre productions and building rental opportunities. Located on Lakeland’s scenic Lake Mirror, this four building complex offers a wide range of facilities for your meeting and party needs. While visiting downtown Lakeland, don’t forget to stroll through our attractive Lake Mirror Park located on the south side of Lake Mirror spread over 7.6 acres.

Enjoy the scenic park, listed in the National Register of Historic Places, with its historic structure. A walk around the promenade along Lake Mirror is great exercise and relaxing for all ages. The Amphitheater and Loggia are available for weddings and/or receptions, club events, fundraisers and other special events. Kryger Park on the west side of Lake Mirror, provides picturesque vistas

LAKE MIRROR COMPLEX 121 SOUTH LAKE AVE • 863.834.2280

of Lake Mirror perfect for any outdoor event. New locations include the Railroad Pavilion across from the Amtrak station, and the Mirrors, at the intersection of Main Street at the Fire House. These are available for rental. Barnett Family Park includes an interactive fountain area (10 am -5 pm daily, except Wednesdays) and the Sunflower Preschool Playground, state of the art play equipment, and sculptures to play on. The interactive fountain area will be shut off when the temperature is 65 degrees or below. The Peggy Brown

Auditorium and Theatre: Magnolia Building: Peggy Brown Center: Hollis Gardens:

121 S. Lake Avenue 702 E. Orange Street 215 S. Lake Avenue 702 E. Orange Street

Center located in the park has a covered picnic area, restrooms, and additional meeting and event rental facilities. Hollis Garden displays an array of botanicals in a variety of hues and textures. Also featured are fountains, statuaries, a shaded gazebo with stately columns and a walkway that, if strolled, will take you

Kryger Park:

108 S. Massachusetts Avenue

Railroad Pavillion:

Main Street at Amtrak Station

to the public from 10 am to dusk every day except

The Mirrors:

Main Street at Lake Avenue

Mondays. Hollis Garden is available for weddings only,

The Loggia:

West side of Lake Mirror

on a serene tour of our picturesque gardens. It’s open

with some restrictions. For more information, please call our Rental Office Monday thru Friday, 8 am - 5 pm,

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social clubs Oil, Acrylic & Watercolor – Creativity Time

The class focuses on each student’s personally chosen subject matter and medium. The teacher advises on techniques in each. (Lakeland Art Guild teacher) TUES • 9:30am-12pm $20 per class Tiffany Gullage • 863.858.1126

BRIDGE:

Duplicate Bridge Open duplicate bridge game. New and experienced players are welcome. Call for a partner if you need one.

Peggy Brown Center - Upstairs MON-WED • 1-5pm • $5

Beginner and Intermediate Bridge Classes You play in a game your very first day! It is not necessary to bring a partner. Meet interesting people, sharpen your memory and have fun all at the same time. Call first for registration or information.

Peggy Brown Center – Upstairs TUES • 10am-12pm • $5

Novice Duplicate Bridge 0-299 master points (Seasonal. Call For Dates) Peggy Brown Center – Upstairs WED • 9:30-12pm • $5 CONTACT: Marti Cowie • 863.648.2222 cashcowie@aol.com

Club 40 Bridge-Regular Party Bridge for participants over 50 years old.

Playing September through May. Magnolia Building 2nd & 4th TUES • 12-4pm Eva Dooley • 863.644.9877 ­—

Polk Golden Club of the Deaf

Meets on the second Wednesday of the month for fellowship and bingo.

Lake Mirror Complex 2nd WED • 9am-4pm Brantly Serason • TDD 863.614.0121 or Florida Relay Service 1.800.955.8770 Voice ­—

Lakeland Stamp Club

Anyone interested in philatelic items, please come join us!

Peggy Brown Center – Upstairs 1st & 3rd TUES • 6-8pm Debbie Dombroski • 863.559.3745 thgleason@gmail.com

music & dancing clubs Concert Band

Experienced musicians play in a voluntary concert band for the community. Nov-Apr Bring your own instrument.

Auditorium • MON • 7-9pm • FREE Vic Larsen • 813.716.2577

­ — Four Seasons Couples and Singles interested in ballroom dancing?

Come join the “Four Seasons” for an evening of dancing to a live band. It is a great time to make friends and mingle! Includes refreshments.

Magnolia Building THURS • 7:30pm-9:30pm $5 Barbara Larson • 863.738.8090 ­—

Buttons and Bows Square and Round Dance Club

Operating for over 60 years, this is the oldest Square and Round Dance club in the state of Florida.

Come and enjoy the calling and cueing of some of the best callers and cuers in the area. Call for class information.

Magnolia Building • 2nd & 4th TUES 7-7:30pm • Early Rounds (Phases 2-4) 7:30-9:30pm • Squares with Rounds (Mainstream and Plus) Guests • $5 per person Members • $15 per person per year and $4 per person each dance Penny Green • 863.224.3393 sqdncfan@aol.com ­—

Lakeland Senior Recreation Club

Senior citizens are invited to join the fun on Thursdays at the Magnolia Building for ballroom and line dancing. (Ages 55 +) Magnolia Building THURS • 10am-12pm $1 Dottie Thomas • 863.651.9657

HOLLIS GARDEN

702 EAST ORANGE STREET • 863.834.2280 Hollis Garden is a botanical display garden set in a neo-classical architectural environment complete with patterned flower beds, public art and ornamental fountains. Hollis Garden is a formal garden, a 1.2 acre site located within historic Lake Mirror Park. Here you will find over 10,000 flowers, ornamentals shrubs and native trees.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Apr – Aug | Sun – Thurs • 10am-8pm Fri & Sat • 10am-6pm CLOSED ON MONDAYS — Sep – Mar | Sun - Thurs • 10am-6pm Fri & Sat • 10am-4pm CLOSED ON MONDAYS

Weddings & Special Events

Hollis is a special place conveniently located in the heart of downtown Lakeland. Its location and beauty make it the perfect place for weddings and other special events.

Weddings in Hollis Garden are limited to 2 hours minimum and 4 hours maximum and 100 guests or less.

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LAKE MIRROR THEATER iin a believe that 121 SOUTH LAKE AVE • 863.603.PLAY (7529)

great city,

Lakeland Community Theatre’s home is the 390 seat Lake Mirror Theatre which has provided the Lakeland community with live Theater productions for more than 30 years. It produces five Main Stage productions a year, including Musicals, Comedies and Dramas, The Edge: An alternative Stage Read Series, Out of the Box Theatre Troupe with Unique Abilities, Senior Troupe and a three show Theatre for Youth Season as well as classes and camps throughout the year. With a full time staff of 4, it hires theatre professionals for its technical and production needs but is mainly volunteer based with all of its actors and most of its production help volunteering from the community.

Auditions are held prior to every production and are open to all.

The mission of Lakeland Community Theatre is “To provide an affordable, high quality theatre experience for the people of Lakeland and its surrounding areas and to create an opportunity for individuals of all ages to develop and showcase their talents in a safe, nurturing, educational environment “.

For tickets and information call 863.603.7529 or visit www.lakelandcommunitytheatre.com

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Main Stage

All Show Times: FRI & SAT • 7:30pm | SUN • 2pm $22 Adults | $20 Seniors (55+) $15 Students | $10 Children (12 & Under)

ALWAYS…PATSY CLINE January 22, 23, 24 & 29, 30, 31

By Ted Swindley – based on a true story Always…Patsy Cline is more than a tribute to the legendary country singer. Based on a true story about Cline’s friendship Louise Seger, who befriended the star in a Texas honky-tonk in l961, and continued a correspondence with Cline until her death.

The musical play includes many of Patsy's unforgettable hits such as Crazy, I Fall to Pieces, Sweet Dreams and Walking After Midnight…27 songs in all.

Rated PG13

The Edge:

Alternative Stage Read Series All Show Times: FRI & SAT • 7:30pm | $15

THE PILLOWMAN February 3 & 4

By Nicky Silver With echoes of Stoppard, Kafka, and the Brothers Grimm, THE PILLOWMAN centers on a writer in an unnamed totalitarian state who is being interrogated about the gruesome content of his short stories and their similarities to a series of child murders.

The result is an urgent work of theatrical bravura and an unflinching examination of the very nature and purpose of art. *Rated M for Mature Audiences

PETER PAN February 26, 27, 28 March 4, 5, 6 & 11, 12, 13 Lyrics by Carolyn Leigh Music by Morris "Moose" Charlap Additional Lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green Additional Music by Jule Styne Based on the play by Sir James M. Barrie 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. In the adventure of a lifetime the travelers come face to face with a ticking crocodile, a fierce Indian tribe, a band of bungling pirates, and of course the villainous Captain Hook.

Rated G

Eunice Fuller Theatre for Youth Spring Semester Classes JUNIOR PLAYERS For Kindergarten, First & Second Graders.

MON 4-5pm | Jan 25 – Apr 18 $50 per month

HOME SCHOOL PLAYERS This acting class is exclusive to homeschooled students. We will work on short scenes, monologues, improvisation, musical theatre and more.

MON 1-2pm | Jan 25 – Apr 18 Ages 8-16 $50 per month

DRAMA CLUB This club is a great way to improve your acting skills while having a great time at your community theatre! We will work on short scenes, monologues, improvisation and more.

TUES Ages 8-11 • 4-5pm Ages 12+ • 5-6pm Jan 25 – Apr 18 $50 per month Please visit our website www.lakelandcommunitytheatre.com for more information or email Education Director, Maureen McGowan at mmcgowanlct@gmail.com

CLEVELAND HEIGHTS GOLF COURSE 2900 BUCKINGHAM AVE • 863.834.4653

Enjoy a fun day of golf, food, and drinks at Cleveland Heights Golf Course. Open to the public, the golf course is a 27 hole municipal facility. A full-service Pro Shop, golf instruction, practice areas and restaurant makes “The Heights” the only place you need for golf or to enjoy some good food and drinks with family and friends. Annual memberships are available. Green

Instruction

fees vary according to the season. For pricing info

Group Clinics- Youth and Adult Classes for Beginners and Intermediates (Ages 8 - Seniors) SAT • Youth: 9-10am • Adult: 10-11am Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 | Feb 20, 17, Mar 5, 12 Apr 9, 16, 23, 30 | May 21, 28, Jun 4, 11 Dates may change due to weather $40/person Private Lessons are available For information on lessons, contact the Pro Shop at 863.834.2377

and tee times, contact the Pro Shop 863.834.2377.

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Restaurant and Room Rentals Frescos Whisky Green is a full-service restaurant that features breakfasts, salads, burgers, sandwiches and homemade specials. Don’t forget to visit during the week for breakfast and lunch specials. The restaurant is open 6:30am to 9pm, seven days a week. Host your wedding reception or next banquet at Cleveland Heights! Reservations can be made for daytime or evening events. Featuring a beautiful outdoor veranda with a spectacular view of the golf course, the dining room and banquet room of the clubhouse are a perfect fit for your next function.

For room rental info or catering info, contact: Brittany/Randy Ferchau at 863.834.2326 or WGcontact@frescoslakeland.com

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CLEVELAND HEIGHTS GOLF COURSE

We also have a full driving range with small, medium or large buckets available for purchase.

Cleveland Heights is on the Florida Historic Golf Trail, a program of the Florida Department of State. This is a collection of over 60 historic courses throughout Florida, dating back to the 1890s, that golfers can still play today.

For more info, visit FloridaHistoricGolfTrail.com

ATHLETICS ALL TEAMS MUST REGISTER @ www.lakelandathletics.net

BASKETBALL

Athletic Office: 863.834.3283 (Kelly Recreation Complex)

Men’s Spring Basketball Registration: Feb 1 - 29 League Begins: Mar 17 (8 Games & Tournament) League Night: THURS | League Fee: $350.00

SOFTBALL Spring Slow Pitch Registration: Jan 1 - 22 League Begins: Week of Feb 8 (10 Games) MON – Men’s • TUES – Coed • THURS – Men’s | League Fee: $425.00 Summer Softball Registration: Apr 1 - 22 League Begins: Week of May 9 (8 Games) MON – Men’s • TUES – Coed • THURS – Men’s | League Fee: $400.00 Summer Women’s Softball Registration: Apr 1 - 22 League Begins: May 11 (10 Games) League Fee: $400.00 | League Night: WED

FLAG FOOTBALL Spring Men’s 7 on 7 Registration: Jan1 - 29 League Begins: Feb 15 (8 Games + Tournament) League Night: MON | League Fee: $425.00

KICKBALL Coed Fall League Registration: Jan 1 - 22 League Begins: Feb 10 (10 Games) League Night: WED | League Fee: $250

ATHLETICS

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Hours of Operation: Mon-Thur • 9am-9pm Fri & Sat • 9am-5pm Sun • 1:30-5pm Books Sandwiched In Books Sandwiched In (BSI) meets in the Main Library Meeting Room on the first Tuesday of every month at 12:15 p.m.

Each month’s selected book can be purchased for $2.00 at the Main during the preceding month while supplies last. Coffee and books are underwritten by the Friends of the Library. Please feel free to bring a bag lunch.

1st TUES • 12:15pm Jan 5 | Feb 2 | Mar 1 | Apr 5

— TEEN SCENE Meeting Room | Ages 13-18 | 3pm Jan 5, 12, 19, 26 | Feb 2, 9 Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 | Apr 5, 26

MAIN LIBRARY

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100 LAKE MORTON DR • 863.834.4280 Foxy Craft Night

Hungrytown - Folk Duo | THURS • Jan 13 • 7pm Vellamo - Finnish Folk Duo • SUN • Jan 31 • 2pm Strangled Darlings - Folk Duo • SUN • Feb 21 • 2pm

Crafting for Adults - 7pm Jan 12 | Feb 9 | Mar 8 | Apr 12

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Month/Date January 5, 12, 19, 26 6, 13, 20, 27 6, 13*, 20, 27 7, 14, 21, 28 7, 14, 21, 28 23

February 2, 9

3, 10 3, 10 4, 11 4, 11 27

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Time

Age Group

Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Thursday Saturday

Preschool Storytime Toddler Time Kids Korner Mother Goose Baby Time Tween Time Children’s Theater

10:00 10:00 2:30/*1:30 11:00 3:00 2:00

3.5 to 5 years 18 months to 3.5 years 5 to 12 years babies under 18 months 10 to 13 years 4 to 8 years

Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Thursday Saturday

Preschool Storytime Toddler Time Kids Korner Mother Goose Baby Time Tween Time Children’s Theater

10:00 10:00 2:30 11:00 3:00 2:00

3.5 to 5 years 18 months to 3.5 years 5 to 12 years babies under 18 months 10 to 13 years 4 to 8 years

March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 26

Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Thursday Saturday

Preschool Storytime Toddler Time Kids Korner Mother Goose Baby Time Tween Time Children’s Theater

10:00 10:00 2:30 11:00 3:00 2:00

3.5 to 5 years 18 months to 3.5 years 5 to 12 years babies under 18 months 10 to 13 years 4 to 8 years

April 5, 26

6, 27 6*, 27 7, 28 7, 28 23

Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Thursday Saturday

Preschool Storytime Toddler Time Kids Korner Mother Goose Baby Time Tween Time Children’s Theater

10:00 10:00 2:30/*1:30 11:00 3:00 2:00

3.5 to 5 years 18 months to 3.5 years 5 to 12 years babies under 18 months 10 to 13 years 4 to 8 years

LAKELAND PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LAKELAND

ALL EVENTS WILL BE HELD IN THE MAIN LIBRARY MEETING ROOM UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED

YOUTH SERVICES SCHEDULE JA N -A P R 2 01 6

Cultural Programming

Hours of Operation: Mon, Tues & Thur • 9am-8pm Wed & Fri • 9am-5pm Sat • 9am-5pm i² film club The i² film club is a free film viewing and discussion group at the Larry R. Jackson Branch Library (1700 North Florida Avenue). The club’s focus is on watching and discussing international independent films. The i² film Club meets the fourth Saturday of each month at 10:30 am at the Jackson Branch Library (1700 North Florida Avenue). Refreshments are provided and each showing is followed by a guided discussion.

Jan 23 | Feb 27 | Mar 26 | Apr 23

— Preschool Storytime 2.0 | Ages 2-5

PUBLIC LIBRARIES

WED • 10:30am Jan 6, 13, 20 | Feb 10, 17, 24 Mar 2, 9 16 | Apr 6, 13, 20, 27

— Kids Craft Night 5-7pm Jan 19 | Feb 16 | Mar 15 | Apr 19

Hours of Operation: Mon-Thur • 9am-6pm Fri • 9am-5pm Sat • 10am-2pm

LARRY R. JACKSON 1700 N. FLORIDA AVE • 863.834.4288 BRANCH

4740 S. FLORIDA AVE • 863.838.4507

eLIBRARY

Discussions At The E Discussions at the E meets at the elibrary South Lakeland (4740 South Florida Avenue) on the first Thursday of every month at 12:30 p.m. Each month’s selected book can be purchased for $2.00 at the eLibrary South Lakeland during the preceding month while supplies last. Tea and books are underwritten by the Friends of the Library. Please feel free to bring a bag lunch.

Jan 7 | Feb 4 | Mar 3 | Apr 7

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LOOKING AHEAD: SUMMER CAMPS 40

Camp BLAST

Camp BLAST is the highly successful summer recreation program for kids located at City recreation facilities and various schools throughout Lakeland.

Jun 20 - Aug 12 (8 weeks) MON-FRI • 7:30 am – 5:30 pm No camp Monday, July 4, 2016 ­

Camp Explore - $400 Camp Explore will include all of the camp activities listed below, along with all of the daily enrichment and activities traditionally planned throughout the Camp experience.

(CAMP ACTIVITIES: Weekly Arts & Crafts, Exercise Challenges, Scavenger Hunt, Wacky Olympics, Talent Show and trips to Bowling, Swimming, Movies, Lakeland Community Theater, Roller Skating and City Tours) Registration: $250 + 3 additional payments of $50 ­

Camp Adventure - $550 Camp Adventure is the traditional program including all trips listed above. In addition to these trips, Camp Adventure will also include trips to the following destinations: Theme Park, Lowry Park Zoo, Lakeland Tigers Baseball Game, Tampa Bay Rays Game Registration: $250 + 3 additional payments of $100

Camp BLAST Registration Participants must have completed kindergarten and not yet entered 6th grade. Parent must verify child’s age with a copy of the child’s most recent report card.

CITY RESIDENT REGISTRATION: (must show proof of residency) BEGINS: Apr 9 • 8am Kelly Recreation Complex ALL RESIDENT REGISTRATION: Begins: Apr 16 • 8am Kelly Recreation Complex NORTHWEST QUADRANT REGISTRATION: Participants must have completed kindergarten and not yet entered 6th grade. All participants must reside in the Northwest Quadrant of the City of Lakeland and must show proof of residency and qualifying income.

Registration: $100 + 3 additional payments of $50 BEGINS: Sat, Apr 16 • 8am Simpson Park Community Center

All dates tentative until Polk County School Board calendar is released in February.

Teen Adventure Service Camp (T.A.S.C.)

Are you ready for something different?

Are you ready to give something back to the community? Are you ready for an adventure? Then T.A.S.C. will provide an awesome summer experience! T.A.S.C. is a summer enrichment program that offers an incredible experience for teens with the focus on service and adventure.

Get ready for Summer 2016 and your most memorable summer camp yet!

Participants must have completed grades 6-8.

Call 863.834.3284 for more information.

Jun 20 - Aug 12 (8 weeks) MON-FRI• 7:30 am – 5:30 pm No camp Monday, July 4, 2016 Fee: $750 • 3 Payments of $250 If selected

Teen Camp II

A summer enrichment opportunity for teens (completed 6th – 8th grades) located at The Dream Center, Teen Camp II will include a multitude of activities and trips, educational opportunities, environmental activities, life skill projects and activities and FUN! Teen Camp II is limited to the first 25 teens. Cost for the program is $300 (with the balance-in-full paid by the beginning of the program) and is all-inclusive; admission fees for all trips, activities and parks, etc. are included. Don’t miss out on this awesome opportunity – mark your calendars and register! *Participants must have completed 6th grade and not yet entered 9th grade Camp Location: The Dream Center Jun 20 - Aug 12 Teen Camp II - $300 Registration Fee $150.00 per child 3 payments of $50.00 Payment Dates: Apr 30, May 14 and May 28

Application Deadline – April 8th We will be contacting each applicant regarding interview scheduling.

Payments, if selected, of $250 are due: Apr 30, May 14 and May 28.

Please note: If you are unable to make the initial payment on the payment date, your spot will be forfeited.

T.A.S.C. application packets can be picked up at Kelly Recreation Complex beginning March 19, 2016.

Registration Procedures For All Camps

• City Residents must provide proof of residency.

• You must bring child’s current report

card, your electric bill and driver’s license in order to register.

• Fees payable by cash or checks only.

• Enrollment is limited and camp participants will be taken on a firstcome, first-served basis by the dates listed above.

Payments for all camps are due: Apr 30, May 14 and May 28.

For more information, contact the Kelly Recreation Complex @ 863.834.3284 or Simpson Park Community Center at 863.834.2577 Please note that times and dates are subject to change.

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Lake Mirror Complex

For more information call 863.834.2280

Indoor Venues Lake Mirror Auditorium Located on historic Lake Mirror, the Auditorium is ideal for hosting large events. The building features terrazzo flooring and a stage.

• 121 South Lake Avenue • 6,500 square feet • ACCOMMODATES: Banquet tables with dance floor – 400 Banquet tables – 500 Round tables with dance floor – 300 Round tables – 350 | Chairs only – 600 • $801 plus $28 per hour labor/utility fee plus tax • $500 refundable damage/rule enforcement fee

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Magnolia Building Host your next event in a beautiful historic building, built in 1937, featuring hard wood floors, Palladium windows and an outside terrace overlooking Lake Mirror.

• 702 East Orange Street • 4,536 square feet • ACCOMMODATES: Banquet with dance floor – 230 | Banquet (tables/ chairs only) – 250 | Chairs only – 300 • $801 plus $28 per hour labor/utility fee plus tax • $500 refundable damage/rule enforcement fee ­ — Peggy Brown Center The second floor of the Peggy Brown Center holds a beautiful rental space including tiled floors, drop lighting and a wrap around balcony looking out onto Lake Mirror.

• 215 South Lake Avenue • 3,800 square feet • ACCOMODATES: Banquet with dance floor –130 | Banquet (tables/chairs only) – 150 | Chairs only – 200 • $501 plus $28 per hour labor/utility fee plus tax • $500 refundable damage/rule enforcement fee

Lake Mirror Theatre/Glass Lounge Home to Lakeland Community Theatre • 121 South Lake Avenue • ACCOMMODATES: Theatre Seats – 380 | Maximum stage seating – 60 chairs • $651 plus $28 per hour labor/utility fee plus tax • $500 refundable damage/rule enforcement fee Any use of the technical lighting or sound equipment must be coordinated through Lakeland Community Theater. ­— Theatre Glass Lounge Only Glass Lounge cannot be rented if theatre is booked.

• 865 square feet • ACCOMMODATES: Tables and chairs – 35 | Chairs only - 65 • $90 plus $28 per hour labor/utility fee plus tax • $500 refundable damage/rule enforcement fee • 2 hour Minimum Rental

Outdoor Venues Lake Mirror Park Amphitheater A picturesque setting for any event.

Perfect for large events. The park is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

121 South Lake Avenue • $1001 plus $28 per staff member* per hour labor/utility fee plus tax (2 staff minimum required after dark) *Number of staff required will be determined following walkthrough with a Parks employee.

• $500 refundable damage/rule enforcement fee Loggia Located on the west side of Lake Mirror. A picturesque setting for any event.

• 121 South Lake Avenue • $352 plus $28 per hour labor/utility fee plus tax (2 staff minimum required after dark) • $500 refundable damage/rule enforcement fee • 2 hour Minimum Rental ­— The Mirrors • Main Street at Lake Avenue • $209 plus $28 per hour labor/utility fee plus tax • $500 refundable damage/rule enforcement fee • 2 hour Minimum Rental

Hollis Garden Award winning, scenic garden featuring mountains, sculptures and numerous “rooms” of native plant life along with a delightful array of seasonal flowers.

Perfect setting for your wedding. (Limited to 100 guests) 702 East Orange Street

Private Weddings Friday & Saturday October – March 4pm – 6pm April – September 6pm – 8pm • $1,001 Base fee • $56 for labor for 2 hours • $500 damage/rule enforcement fee Includes: • Exclusive use of the Garden • Ability to bring in up to 50 chairs (cannot be placed on the grass) • Access to the sound system and microphone • No food or drink allowed in Garden

Weddings (During Non-Exclusive Times) • $530 (including 10% to the perpetual care fund) • $28 per hour for labor (minimum of 2 hours, max of 4 hours) • $500 damage/rule enforcement fee Includes: • Non-exclusive use of an area in the Garden • 12 chairs • Access to the sound system • No food or drink allowed in Garden Railroad Pavillion • Main Street at Amtrak Station • $209 plus $28 per hour labor/utility fee plus tax (2 staff minimum required after dark) • $500 refundable damage/rule enforcement fee • 2 hour Minimum Rental ­— Kryger Park Located on the West side of Lake Mirror overlooking the lake. A picturesque setting for any outdoor event.

• 108 S. Massachusetts Avenue • $496 plus $28 per hour labor/utility fee plus tax (2 staff minimum required after dark) • $500 refundable damage/rule enforcement fee • 2 hour Minimum Rental

Coleman-Bush Building

1104 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave For more information, call 863.834.3350 Large Multi-Purpose Room • 4,891 sq. ft.

• ACCOMMODATES: Banquet Style (Table and Chairs) – 250 | Theatre Style (Chairs only) – 299 • $400 plus labor/utility fee of $28 per hour plus tax • $500 refundable damage/rule enforcement fee

­— Small Multi-purpose Room • 1,614 sq. ft.

• ACCOMODATES: Banquet Style (Table and Chairs) – 75 | Theatre Style (Chairs only) – 100 • $100 plus labor/utility fee of $28 per hour plus tax • $270 refundable damage/rule enforcement fee

Cleveland Heights Golf Course

2900 Buckingham Avenue For rental information, call 863.834.2326

Munn Park

For rental information, call 863.834.2280 • 201 East Main Street • $407 plus labor/utility fee of $28 per hour, per person, plus tax • $500 refundable damage/rule enforcement fee

Other Park Rentals

For rental information, call 863.834.2280 Bicentennial Park Booker T. Washington Park Dobbins Park | Drane Park Freedom Park | Jackson Park Naylor Park | Northwest Park Sertoma Park | Webster Park • $407 plus labor/utility fee of $28 per hour, per person, plus tax • $500 refundable damage/rule enforcement fee

Tigertown

For rental information, call 863.834.2280 Common Ground Pavilions • Large Pavilion: $154 for 2 hours • Small Pavilions: $99 for 2 hours ­— Tigertown Hanger #2 Full size hangar with kitchen.

• 2220 N. Lake Avenue • Capacity: 800 - Banquet style (Tables and Chairs) • $551 plus labor/utility fee of $28 per hour per person plus tax • $500 refundable damage/rule enforcement fee ­— Tigertown Parking Lot Borders Joker Marchant Stadium, spring training home of the Detroit Tigers.

Perfect for festivals and other large openair events.

• 2220 North Lake Avenue • $1509 plus labor/utility fee of $28 per hour per person plus tax • $500 refundable damage/rule enforcement fee ­— Mobile Professional Stage including Full Sound System • Basic Set-Up - 32’ X 16’ • Base Fee: $301 plus $224 set-up/take down and labor/utility fee of $28 per hour, per person (at least 2 employees required for delivery, set-up and breakdown, possibly more depending on event) plus sales tax.

• $500 refundable damage/rule enforcement fee • For rental information contact 863.834.2280 for details. ­— Lake Parker & Peterson Park Corporate Pavilions Weekend and Evening Rates: • Base Fee: $176 • Hourly Rate: $28 per hour Weekday Rates: • Monday - Friday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm • $176 for first 4 hours then • $28 for each additional hour plus We ask that you please clean up your area when you are finished. For Pavilion Rental, please call Tigertown at 863.834.2280.

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FACILITY LISTING

1 Beerman Family Tennis Complex 18 lighted tennis courts, 2 racket ball courts, proshop, restrooms, 1 picnic pavilion, 14.7 acres • 1000 E. Edgewood Drive, 863-834-2374

20 Hollis Garden An botanic garden set in a neo-classical architectural environment.

Patterned flower beds, public art, ornamental fountains; 1.8 acres • 702 E. Orange Street, 863-834-2280

2 Bicentennial Rose Garden Botanical rose garden, scenic park, 1 acre • 12 Lake Beulah Drive, 863-834-2233

21 Horney Park Playground, picnicking, scenic park, multipurpose field; 1.4 acres • 205 E. Poinsettia, 863-834-2233

3 Barnett Family Park Interactive fountain area, playground, labyrinth, covered picnic area, restrooms, multi purpose field, 3 acres • 730 E. Orange Street, 863-834-2233

22 Interlachen Park Playground, scenic park, historic marker; 6 acres • 200-500 Interlachen Parkway, 863-834-2233

4 Bryant Stadium Football field/soccer stadium, restrooms; 7.2 acres • 1125 N. Florida Avenue, 863-834-2233 5 Cleveland Heights Golf Course 27 hole, full-service golf facility; 204.4 acres • 2900 Buckingham Avenue • Tee Times: 863-834-2377 • Club house: 863-834-4653 6 Coleman – Bush Building Recreation center, facility rentals, social services center; 1.5 acres • 1104 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, 863-834-3350 7 Common Ground Inclusive Playground Playground, multi-purpose field, 4 rental picnic pavilions, restrooms, picnicking; 1 acre • 1000 E. Edgewood Drive, 834 834-2233 8 Crystal Grove Park Picnicking, multipurpose field, playground; 1.7 acres • 1661 Crystal Grove Drive, 863-834-2233 9 Cypress Youth Sports Complex Soccer and multipurpose fields, restrooms, scenic park.

2125 S. Edgewood Drive, 863-834-2233 10 Dobbins Park .5 mile fitness/jogging path, historic marker, multipurpose field, playground 3 picnic pavilions, multipurpose court with 2 half-court basketball, 1 sand volleyball court, playground, restroom; 10.1 acres • 514 W. Ariana Street, 863-834-2233 11 Drane Park Scenic park; 3.9 acres • 801 S. Franklin, 863-834-2233 12 Edgewood Park Beerman Family Tennis Center, Common Ground Inclusive Playground • 1000 E. Edgewood Drive, 863-834-2280 - For pavilion rental 863-834-2374 - Tennis courts

24 Kelly Recreation Complex Activity cards are required for all activities and classes at Kelly Recreation complex. Due to limited enrollment, pre-registration and pre-payment is recommended and sometimes required for classes. Full-service recreation complex, 2 basketball courts, pool, gym, fitness center/weight room, 8 lighted tennis courts, 2 indoor volleyball courts; 7.2 acres • 404 Imperial Blvd., 863-834-3284: ext 2 25 Kryger Park Scenic urban park, picnicking; 2 acres • 1025 Massachusetts Avenue, 863-834-2280 26 Lake Beulah Fitness/jogging path, scenic park; 2.9 acres • Lake Beulah Drive, 863-834-2233 27 Lake Bonnett Shore Scenic park; .2 acre • Brunell Parkway, 863-834-2233 28 Lake Bonny Park & Lakeland Skate Park 2 baseball fields, 1 softball field, 1 soccer field, 1.3 mile nature trail/jogging path, playground 4 picnic pavilions with grills, restrooms, boardwalk/fishing pier; 113.3 acres • 800 US 98 South, 863-834-2233

29 Lake Bonny Shore Boat ramp, boating, fishing, scenic park; 1.8 acres • Interlachen and Main Street, 863-834-2233 30 Lake Crago Park Dog Park and Boat Ramp. Dog park has a 1 acre section for large dogs and a 1/2 acre section for small dogs.

• 525 Lake Crago Drive, 863-834-2233 31 Lake Hollingsworth Boat ramp, boating, fishing, scenic park, 2.7 mile fitness/jogging path, interpretive markers; 18.4 acres • 920 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, 863-834-2233

14 Freedom Park Scenic park; 3 acres

32 Lake Horney Shore

15 Gandy Pool 10 lane 25 yd. heated pool, diving well, 3’ – 4’ deep recreational pool, See listing for hours • 404 Imperial Blvd., 863-834-3157 16 Glendale Park 1 basketball court, scenic park; 1.3 acres • E. Glendale Street and Lakeland Highlands Road, 863-834-2233 17 Golconda Park Scenic park; .3 acre • Golconda and Parker Street, 863-834-2233 18 Handley Park Multipurpose field, playground, scenic park; 1.4 acres • 1419 Phyllis Street, 863-834-2233 19 Heritage Park scenic park, historic marker, .4 acre • Orange Street, 863-834-2233

38 Thomas R. Shaw Outdoor Recreation Center One state of the art lawn bowling green and 32 shuffleboard courts (16 under complete cover) • 802 E. Robson Road, 863-834-2233 39 Lake Parker Shore Scenic park, 3.2 mile fitness/jogging path; 8.4 acres • West Lake Parker Drive, 863-834-2233 40 Lake Somerset Park Boating, boat ramp, fishing, scenic park; 3.2 acres • 3100 New Jersey Road and Glendale Street, 863-834-6035 41 Lake Wire Shore Scenic park, fitness/jogging path, interpretive markers, botanical palm collection; 3.8 acres • 20 Lake Wire Drive, 863-834-2233 42 Larry R. Jackson Branch Library Full service branch library, children’s room, meeting facilities; 2 acres • 1700 N. Florida Avenue, 863-834-4288 43 Lemon Street Promenade Scenic linear urban park, public art, picnicking • Lemon Street, 863-834-2280 44 Magnolia Building Facility rental adjacent to Hollis Garden • 702 E. Orange Street, 863-834-2280 45 Main Library Full service public library, children’s room and programming, young adult room, Lakeland Special Collections Room, meeting facilities; 2.5 acres • 100 Lake Morton Drive, 863-834-4280 46 eLibrary South Lakeland An express public library located in the Lake Miriam Square Plaza • 4740 S. Florida Avenue, 863-838-4507

13 Elva Rath Park Scenic park; .4 acre • 20 Lake Morton Drive, 863-834-2233

• 300 N. Florida Avenue

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23 Jackson Park Historic markers, picnicking, scenic park, playground, multipurpose field, 2 picnic pavilions, shuffleboard; 2.5 acres • 1130 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, 863-834-2233

37 Lake Parker Park 2 playgrounds, boating, boat ramp, restrooms, fishing scenic park, 6 soccer fields, picnicking, nature trail, 18 picnic pavilions, 6 sand volleyball courts, shuffleboard, lawn bowling, fitness/ jogging path, 3 rental pavilions, multipurpose field; 100.5 acres • 910 E. Granada Street, 834 834-2233

Scenic park .4 acre • Lake Horney Drive, 863-834-2233 33 Lake Hunter Shore and Boat Ramp Boating, fishing, fitness/jogging path, boat ramp, scenic park; lake shore, 10.3 acres; boat ramp, 3.1 acres • Lake Hunter Drive, 863-834-6035 • Lake Hunter Boat Ramp • 650 Sikes Blvd., 863-834-2233 34 Lake Mirror Complex Recreation complex, community theatre, facility rentals, 7.6 acres • 121 S. Lake Avenue, 863-834-2280 35 Lake Mirror Community Park Scenic park, historic structure, promenade, public outdoor amphitheater, Main St. Overlook, The Mirrors, The Long Green, Railroad Pavilion, National Register of Historic Places; 6.9 acres.

• S. Lake Avenue, 863-834-2280 36 Lake Morton Shore Swan flock, scenic, fitness/jogging, 1 picnic pavilion, interpretive markers, flowering tree collection; 7.2 acres • Lake Morton Drive, 863-834-2280

47 Marchant Stadium Baseball stadium, restrooms, winter home of Detroit Tigers, Lakeland Tigers Florida State League, Class “A”, 5.8 acres • 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., 863-834-2233 48 Miami Park Scenic park, playground; .6 acre • 226 Oconee Street, 863-834-6035 49 Munn Park Historic monument, scenic park, town square; 2.1 acres • 201 E. Main Street, 863-834-2280 50 Naylor Park Scenic park; .7 acre • Lincoln Avenue and Lake Hunter Drive, 863-834-2233 51 North Lake Wire Park Playground, scenic park; .7 acre • 725 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, 863-834-2233 52 Northwest Park Scenic park; 2 acres • 108 W. Third Street, 863-834-2233 53 Parker Street Park basketball court, playground, picnicking; 1 acre • 505 E. Parker Street, 863-834-2233 54 Peggy Brown Center Located adjacent to Barnett Family Park, The Peggy Brown Center has wraparound windows and veranda providing striking vistas of Lake Mirror and downtown Lakeland. It features a large catering kitchen, tile flooring, and Wi-Fi. • 215 S. Lake Avenue, 834 834-2280 55 Peterson Park Youth Baseball, boardwalk, boat ramp, fishing, nature trail, picnicking, 5 picnic pavilions, playground, restrooms, scenic park, 1 rental pavilion; 38.3 acres • 3700 Cleveland Heights Blvd., 834 834-2280

56 Rollingwoods Scenic Park; 1.5 acres • 900 Rollingwoods Lane, 863-834-2233

63 Thomas B. Mack Park Scenic park, interpretive markers; .84 acres • 18 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, 863-834-2233

57 Seminole Park Scenic park; .5 acre • Prado, Edgewood & Lincoln, 863-834-2233

64 Veterans Park Scenic park, memorials and interpretive markers, 4.2 acres • 12 Lake Beulah Drive, 863-834-2233

58 Sertoma Park Boat ramp, boating, fishing, picnicking, 3 picnic pavilions, scenic park; 1.8 acres • 1800 E. Memorial Blvd. on Lake Parker, 863-834-2233

65 Washington Park Basketball court, playground, 1 picnic pavilion, scenic park; 1.3 acres • 301 W. 7th Street, 863-834-2233

59 Seventh St. Park Basketball court, playground, scenic park, multipurpose field; 3.8 acres • 1500 W. 7th St., 863-834-2233

66 Webster Park Basketball court, multipurpose field, picnicking, 2 picnic pavilions, playground, scenic park, 1 sand volleyball court; 2.2 acres • Webster and 7th Street, 1235 N. Webster, 863-834-2233

60 Simpson Park Community Center/Pool Simpson Park requires activity cards for use of the facility.

Full-service recreation complex, basketball courts, gym, playground, pool, restrooms, softball, tennis courts, multipurpose field, fitness/weight room, meeting facility; 13.3 acres • 1725 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, 863-834-2577 61 Southwest Complex 2 soccer/football fields; restrooms, 4 softball fields, playground; 24.5 acres • 1444 W. Highlands Street, 863-603-6294 62 Tigertown Complex Baseball, soccer, historic monument, facility rental, winter home of Detroit Tigers, Parks & Recreation Maintenance Division Fieldhouse; 91 acres • 2220 N. Lake Avenue, 863-834-2233

67 Wedgewood Park Foodball field, baskteball court, baseball field; 18.38 acres • Wedgewood Estates Blvd., 863-834-2233 68 Westside Park Restrooms, 4 softball fields, playground, 3 picnic pavilions, walking path; 22.6 acres • 1800 W. Oakhill, 863-603-6291 69 Woodlake Park Playground, 8 lighted tennis courts, picnic pavilion, 1 skate court, restrooms; 4.1 acres • 3415 New Jersey Road, 863-834-2233

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LOG ON The City’s website www.lakelandgov.net is a great way to stay informed. The site recently underwent a complete redesign with the emphasis on getting information to users more efficiently. Internet users will notice a stationary right hand navigation with easy-to-use buttons for video streaming, video on demand, Citizen Action Center and a “Stay Connected” link that allows users to sign up and follow the City’s social media and other communication outreach programs.

WATCH 24/7 For cable subscribers, the City of Lakeland has a television station that airs on Bright House Networks channel 615 and Verizon FiOS channel 43. The Lakeland Government Network (LGN) broadcasts live meetings and specialized government programming. All LGN-produced programming is also available at www.lakelandgov.net as video on demand.

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YOU’VE GOT ACCESS Access Lakeland, the City’s monthly newsletter that is designed to inform area residents and businesses about City projects, initiatives, events and programs. Each newsletter features an employee profile, upcoming events and highlights City of Lakeland Departments and their projects. Find a current copy of Access Lakeland in with your monthly Lakeland Electric bill or online at www.lakelandgov.net.

Access Lakeland, LGN, the City’s website and social media pages are just some of the communication tools offered so you can stay informed and become engaged in your local government. The Communications Department also hosts special events and an interactive program called Citizens Academy that allows citizens to learn first-hand about City Departments and programs.

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