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This letter from the editor is more of a disclaimer. I’m going to let you in on a secret. This is our April Fool’s issue and ALL of the stories you’re about to read are completely false. It’s truly fake news. The fakest of all fake news. However, the Local News, Top Ten Lists, Calendar, Sold Homes, and cocktail are real! So if you see a calendar event you’re interested in, it’s real. The stories about chickens, a hamster rodeo, streaking, and our new office… not real at all. It’s meant for total fun, and we hope you get a laugh out of it.

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I know there will be those people that won’t read this letter, start flipping through the magazine, and will get totally confused. That’s ok. We will let the cat out of the bag at the end of the month. (Probably.) Until then, we dearly hope that various city officials, the cities of Auburndale and Lakeland, chickens, chicken restaurants, Chick-fil-A, hamsters, people that love meatloaf, AC repairmen, snakes, and people that use 4-letter curse words on a regular basis won’t get too upset with us.

It’s April Fool’s Day, after all.

Keep tagging #lkldhaven on your FB and IG posts and you might find them printed in the May issue. Have a great month, stay safe and I’ll see you around town!

Amy Sexson Editor/Partner Haven & LKLD Magazines amy@destroyermedia.com

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HAMSTER RODEO.......................................................14 CHICKEN NOIR.............................................................20 PYTHON PROBLEM....................................................24 WATER TOWER.............................................................28 THE FUTURE OF FOOD...........................................30

5.......................................................FROM THE EDITOR 8..................................................................LOCAL NEWS 10................................................................................TOP 10 18............................................................FUN -N- GAMES 34...................................................................... COCKTAIL 36.................................LETTING IT ALL HANG OUT 40....................................ANTI-CURSING CRUSADE 42.................................... MAGAZINES & MEATLOAF 44.....................................................................CALENDAR 52...............................................................SOLD HOMES 57................................................................#LKLDHAVEN

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APRIL VOLUME 4 ISSUE 6 Publisher Chris “That wasn’t me at Barrel” Sexson chris@destroyermedia.com Editor Amy “That was me at Barrel” Sexson amy@destroyermedia.com Managing Editor Tara “Don’t sue me” Crutchfield tara@destroyermedia.com Photographer Amy “This story is too long” Sexson amy@destroyermedia.com Art & Production Manager Steven “Image safe zone” Maynard steven@destroyermedia.com Ad Director Chris “Wanda Buyanad” Campbell christine@destroyermedia.com Events & Marketing Jessica “Anita Knapp” Parker jessica@destroyermedia.com LKLD HAVEN is published twelve times a year by Destroyer Media & Marketing.

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AIRPORT MANAGER HAS PLANS TO REDUCE JET NOISE COMPLAINTS

‘AMERICAN IDOL’ GETS ANOTHER LAKELAND SINGER

ROAD DIET STATS SHOW MIXED EFFECTS ON TRAVEL TIMES

LAKELAND MAGIC WIN NBA G-LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP

INTERPRETATIONS DIFFER ON EFFECTS OF CHANGES IN THE CITY’S HOSPITAL LEASE

Amazon cargo jets flying over Lakeland benefit the city budget, but their rumble has irritated many people who live in the flight path. Lakeland Linder Airport is taking steps to reduce noise complaints, its director says. When winds are calm, nighttime flights will approach from and depart toward the west and fly over less-populated areas.

In addition, the airport is working with the FAA to allow jets to reach higher altitudes faster, and they’re planning approaches that would put more flights over the Polk Parkway instead of neighborhoods.

A year after then-George Jenkins High School senior Kimmy Gabriela made it into the “American Idol” Top 20, another Lakeland student got a chance to sing for stardom. Zack D’Onofrio, a 20-year-old music management major at Florida Southern College, aced his audition and was given a shot to advance to Hollywood Week. It was Zack’s second round on “American Idol.” He was eliminated during Hollywood Week three years ago when he was a high school student from Wesley Chapel whose crooning was compared to Frank Sinatra’s.

Some preliminary findings of the Florida Avenue “road diet” study: It’s typically taking 60 seconds longer to drive between Lime and Ariana streets, but the drive between George Jenkins Boulevard and Edgewood Drive is 10 seconds less than it did before the study; injury accidents are down 12.7%.

Facebook posts from the city of Lakeland announcing those findings were met with a barrage of comments, most of them critical of the plan to reduce Florida Avenue from five to three lanes in Dixieland.

The Lakeland Magic capped a onemonth “bubble” season at Walt Disney World by capturing the NBA G-League championship. Devin Cannady produced 22 points in the 97-78 championship game against the Delaware Blue Coats and was named the G-League Finals MVP. Lakeland entered as sixth seed in the eight-team, single-elimination playoffs. It probably didn’t hurt that much of the staff from the Orlando Magic parent team could easily attend the games at Disney and support the Lakeland offspring.

Depending on who you talk to, the Lakeland community is either a winner or loser in a recent change in Lakeland Regional Health’s lease with the city of Lakeland. The deal lets LRH prepay the lease at a discount, and supporters say the agreement will foster growth at the region’s primary acute care hospital in a time when increasing competition is threatening its long-term prospects.

Critics say the deal carries risks and will deprive taxpayers of expected benefits since it will stifle the flow of dollars that have paid for parks and public safety facilities.

MUSICIAN DELIVERS A LOVE LETTER TO LAKELAND IN HIS LATEST EP

LAKELAND STARTING TO LOOK INTO BODY CAMS FOR POLICE OFFICERS

JUDGE REJECTS FORMER COMMISSIONER DUNN’S BID TO AVOID MURDER TRIAL

CHURCH COALITION PROMPTS CITY TO STEP UP ITS HOMELESS EFFORTS

Eric N. Collins, a musician known to fans as MrENC, sent a love letter to Lakeland in the form of his latest EP, “We Do Our Own Thing.” The recording with his band evokes growing up in Lakeland in the 1990s, and the video for the title song includes scenes from Southgate Shopping Center, Florida Southern College’s Annie Pfeiffer Chapel, local high schools and Twistee Treat. Sonically, the album returns Collins and his band to the 90s rock sound that propelled their initial interest in playing music.

City commissioners are starting to look into whether Lakeland police officers should be equipped with body cameras. The cameras were requested by many people during last spring’s social justice protests, Mayor Bill Mutz has said. At a workshop last month, Police Chief Ruben Garcia said cameras come with costly requirements for storing and managing video archives.

Commissioners said their next step will be to hear from medium-size Florida cities that use the cameras about their experiences.

Former City Commissioner Michael Dunn is closer to standing trial for second-degree murder after Circuit Judge Donald G. Jacobsen denied his motion to dismiss the charge on self-defense grounds. “The state has proved by clear and convincing evidence that deadly force was not justified at the time the Defendant shot and killed the victim,” Jacobsen wrote in an eightpage order. Dunn faces a second-degree murder charge in the shooting death of Cristóbal Lopez on Oct. 3, 2018, at the Vets Army Navy Surplus store that Dunn managed in downtown Lakeland.

Four city commissioners — a majority — committed to stepping up Lakeland’s efforts to reduce homelessness during March’s Nehemiah Action, an annual rally held by a coalition of local churches that unite around social action issues. The commissioners agreed to increase funding for affordable housing to $750,000 a year and to prioritize multi-bedroom housing units available for families making less than $30,000 a year or 50% area median income. The rally was held by PEACE, the Polk Ecumenical Action Council for Empowerment.

HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATIONS RETURNING INDOORS AFTER MOVING TO STADIUM LAST YEAR

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Graduation ceremonies for traditional public high schools in Lakeland are moving back at the RP Funding Center this year after they were held outdoors at Joker Marchant Stadium last year as a coronavirus precaution. Each graduate will receive four tickets for family and friends; seating will be socially distanced and face coverings will be required. The ceremonies will be livestreamed on the Polk Public Schools YouTube channel for those unable or unwilling to attend. For dates and times, check polkschoolsfl.com/graduation

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Quarantined Creatives: A Pandemic Art Retrospective is comprised of unique artwork created by local artists during the initial lockdown of 2020 (March - June 2020). The exhibit runs through May 21 at the Lake Wales Arts Council. Mon-Fri from 10am3pm. Lakewalesartscouncil.org 863-676-8426

Join the Polk Museum of Art every Saturday to get a fresh look into the Museum’s main exhibition through connecting conversations with one of the docents. Learn the stories behind the work and talk “art” with ease as we bring people and art together. For your safety, space is limited, register in advance. All ages welcome.

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April 4, 7am. You can join the Bok Tower Gardens 95th Annual Easter Sunrise Service with two viewing options. Watch via Facebook Live or online. The service is also being recorded and will be uploaded later to the Bok Tower Gardens YouTube channel.

Rev. Chad Reynolds, Reverend of the First Presbyterian Church of Lake Wales, will present the message. 863-676-1408

3RD THURSDAY MARKET

SWAN BREWING TURNS 3!

April 15, 4-7pm. The Market will feature a variety of produce, artisan food vendors, plants, a pinch of crafts and a mind-blowing food truck. Located in downtown Lake Wales in the parking lot on Stuart Avenue and Scenic Highway. Just look for the bright “orange” mural. Every month on the 3rd Thursday. Presented by Lake Wales Main Street. More info on Facebook @LakeWales3rdthursdaymarket.

April 16-18 will be an anniversary party you don’t want to miss!

Expect new beer releases, live music all weekend and the best food trucks. They couldn’t celebrate their 2nd anniversary last year, so this year is going to be huge! Follow them on Facebook @swanbrewingco to see all the latest updates. Happy Birthday to Swan Brewing!

THE SAVANNAH SIPPING SOCIETY

QUARANTINED CREATIVES

In this laugh-a-minute comedy, four Southern women, all needing to escape the sameness of their day-to-day routines, are drawn together by an impromptu happy hour—reclaiming the enthusiasm for life they’ve lost through the years. April 16-25 at the Lakeland Community Theatre. Purchase tickets in advance. 863-603-7529 lakelandcommunitytheatre.com

SUN ‘N FUN AEROSPACE EXPO

BAREFOOT IN THE PARK

Florida’s largest annual convention of any kind. Join over 225,000 aviation enthusiasts for six exciting days of cutting-edge technology exhibits, forums, workshops, career fairs, and of course the world-famous breathtaking aerial displays by some of the best airshow performers in the business.

April 13-18th. Purchase tickets online https://flysnf.org/

One of Neil Simon’s most beloved comedies. Newlyweds Corie and Paul Bratter are over the moon to begin their life together in their new apartment in Manhattan.

It may be small and a six-flight climb, but nothing can quash their newlywed bliss. April 14 - May 2nd.

863-294-7469. Purchase tickets in advance.

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THE MUSIC OF TOBY KEITH

REVEREND BARRY & THE FUNK

April 18, 5pm at the Chain O’ Lakes Stadium. Mike Sugg is the most accurate and popular Toby Keith Tribute artist in the U.S.A. His resemblance and voice continue to convince crowds that he is the real deal. Mike’s tribute to the music of Toby Keith brings out all the fun and emotion that fans have come to expect. Purchase tickets at centralfloridatix.com.

Groove That Makes Yo’ Booty Move! An evening of funk, R&B, and soul, this concert is a coproduction of Lake Wales Arts Council and Bok Tower Gardens.

Reverend Barry & The Funk are an 8-pc funk band featuring a 3-pc horn section, and one of the fastest-rising “buzzworthy” acts in the state of Florida. April 23, 7pm at Bok Tower Gardens.

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*Due to the uncertainty of COVID, please double check that the event you’re interested in has not been canceled or rescheduled prior to leaving your house.

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SUMMER ART CAMP Offered by Lake Wales Art Council

Interactive instruction in Music, Digital Arts, and 2D/3D Visual Arts for children ages 6 to 11 with an optional fourth hour of group acting instruction available to campers for an additional purchase.

Session 1 June 21st through June 25th • Session 2 June 28th through July 2nd • Session 3 July 12th through July 16th Each camp will be 9 am to Noon We would like to extend a special thank you to our education sponsors Ruth Marchione Foundation, the Jahna Foundation, Mountain Lake Community Service, and GiveWell

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ORLANDO TOP 10 BREWS & BLOOMS

GODZILLA (2014)

Every Thursday at 7pm at Orlando Brewing. Create your own succulent arrangement.

Bomb Blooms will be guiding you through the process. They provide all the supplies & drop all the knowledge as well as techniques for planting an out-of-this-world succulent arrangement. Beer discount with ticket purchase.

Reserve your ticket at tickets. bombblooms.com/brewsblooms

April 2, 8:30pm at Leu Gardens.

Enjoy an outdoor movie with your favorite date. Pack a dinner picnic basket and seating, alcohol is permitted. This movie is rated PG, 13 years and younger requires an accompanying parent or adult guardian. Weather permitting, gardens open at 6pm, face coverings required to attend the event. Purchase ticket in advance. Leugardens.org

FLORIDA FILM FESTIVAL

ORLANDO MAGIC 5K AND KIDS’ RUN

April 9-22nd at the Enzian Theater. 180+ films, 20+ world premieres, the Florida Film Festival is an Oscar®-qualifying festival, premiering the best in current, independent, and international cinema. Over 14 days, film lovers can mingle with filmmakers. Participating films listed online, purchase tickets in advance. Virtual admission available, stream films at home.

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April 10, Magic fans are invited to participate virtually in the Inaugural Orlando Magic 5k and Kids’ Run presented by AdventHealth! Through the Track Shack Timing & Tracking app, do the 5k course virtually. The Orlando Magic Youth Foundation is committed to helping children in Central Florida realize their full potential, especially those most at risk. Register at trackshack.com/event/10829

HIPPITY HOP ADVENTURE

CUBOP

April 3, 9am-3pm at the Central Florida Zoo. Guests can hop along the Egg Trail, making visits to Bunny Stops to pick up candy, prizes, and surprises. The Egg Trail will lead adventurers to the Easter Bunny himself! Don’t forget to bring your baskets and face coverings! Music inside the Wharton-Smith Tropical Splash Ground, inflatable obstacle course & more. Purchase tickets in advance centralfloridazoo.org/ event/hippity-hop/

April 3, 8-10pm at the Blue Bamboo Center for the Arts in Winter Park. Celebrating the Latin infused side of the Blue Note catalog, CuBop’s origin stems from the fusion of the Afro-Cuban and BeBop sounds of jazz pioneers.

In this program, CuBop explores the sextet sounds of Miles, Wayne Shorter, Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers,and more. Limited seating, purchase tickets in advance.

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KIDS NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM

THE ART OF ESPALIER

ORLANDO TACO WEEK

April 11, 6-10pm at the Orlando Science Center. Youth ages 5 to 12 years old are invited to explore exhibits, experience enhanced programming, and enjoy dinner and a film in age-appropriate small groups to adhere to social distancing guidelines. Meanwhile, caregivers can enjoy a child-free evening on the town. Register in advance, www.osc.org/kids-nightat-the-museum/

April 13, 10am-noon at Leu Gardens. Plants trained as espaliers can be used as decorative accents in the landscape where they function as living sculptures – but with significantly less trouble than growing topiary.

The instructor is Robert Bowden, Director of Leu Gardens. 407246- 2620 Purchase tickets in advance at leugardens.org

April 20 - May 4th at participating restaurants and Orlando Weekly.

Each restaurateur and Chef will prepare their unique take on tacos with a $5 taco special. Download your taco passport to print and get it stamped at participating locations. Follow on Instagram for more updates: @OrlandoTacoWeek. More info at orlandotacoweek.com

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VIRTUAL YOUTH WORKSHOP April 8, 4pm. Experience a virtual viewing of Orlando Museum of Art’s current exhibition, A Boundless Drop to a Boundless Ocean. Be inspired by Lalla Essaydi’s chromogenic print, Harem #14c, and discover how the power of pattern and color can help tell an artist’s story. Create your own patterned design using pencils, markers, and watercolors.

For students ages 7-13. Register at omart.org

TAMPA TOP 10 RUN CLUB

SKY TRAILS ROPES COURSE

TORONTO RAPTORS

Open Saturdays and Sundays at MOSI. Conquer your fears on this 36-foot-high multilevel structure, featuring 35 different elements.

The course is designed with challenging high-energy feats ideal for all ages. The course will be closed in the event of high winds, rain, lightning, or other severe weather conditions. Register at mosi.org/exhibits/sky-trail-ropescourse/

The Toronto Raptors have settled into their new home at Amalie Arena in Tampa for 2021. This NBA team plays 10 times in the month of April, tickets available for purchase. Most games begin at 7pm. Amalie has new health and safety protocols based on current public health recommendations, including those set forth by the Centers for Disease Control and local agencies. Amaliearena.com

On the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays every month. Join runners at Armature Works for a 5k on the Riverwalk followed by great food and drinks within Heights Public Market. A short warm-up will begin at 6:30pm. Run, enjoy 10% off drinks at BAR at Armature and meet new people! All ages and experience levels are welcome.

Armature Works Run Club is made possible by Fit2Run. Register on eventbrite.

SKYWATCH

SECOND SUNDAY

April 10, join the space experts to enjoy an evening of space exploration through MOSI’s telescopes. SkyWatch stargazing events are located in the parking lot by the new MOSI entrance. *Event is weather dependent, 8 - 10:30pm, No ticket or purchase required. All Ages welcome. The Museum of Science and Industry is in Tampa. 813-987-6000 mosi.org

The Second Sunday Art Walk + Vendor Fair is on the second Sunday of the month from 11am -3pm at Armature Works. This event will feature artists and makers selling handmade goods, jewelry, art, wood-work, gifts plus so much more in the Gathering Space at Armature Works. The event will also feature an art walk, showcasing dozens of local and regional artists. armatureworks.com

ART ON THE HOUSE Every Thursday from 4 - 8 pm, the Tampa Museum of Art offers Art on the House where admission prices change to pay-as-you-will, and visitors choose whatever admission price they want to pay. Bring the family and celebrate 100 years of art in Tampa with exhibitions that emphasize ancient, modern, and contemporary art.

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BUTTERFLY’S FLIGHT

OE BOOK FAIR

The immortal tragedy of Puccini’s best-loved opera, Madama Butterfly, is reimagined in a narrated concert version alongside the Hillsborough River. Live on the Straz Riverwalk by Opera Tampa.

April 22 - 25. Purchase tickets in advance.

April 22, 6-9pm at the Oxford Exchange in Tampa. This Book Fair is an open platform for local authors to connect with the community face-to-face. Over 30 local authors will be featured along with their publications, workshops, and more. Must register in advance. Come out to meet your favorite local writers. oxfordexchange.com

HOLLYWOOD AWARDS NIGHT

Newly crowned King Henry V must win the respect of a nation and lead his country to greatness in an epic battle with archnemesis France. Jobsite Theatre reboots Shakespeare for modern times, taking Henry’s timeless tale and setting it to an original, blistering industrial score. April 7 - 25 at Jaeb Theatre. Strazcenter.org

April 25, 6pm. The Tampa Theatre will be offering both a virtual VIP Pre-Show with live and silent auctions, a catered dinner option, and their 22nd annual OSCARS® watch party, live and in-person in the historic auditorium. Purchase a Party-atHome pack, or make it a date and watch from the theatre. Register in advance, proceeds benefit the Tampa Theatre. tampatheatre.org

*Due to the uncertainty of COVID, please double check that the event you’re interested in has not been canceled or rescheduled prior to leaving your house.

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WORDS Tara Crutchfield

PHOTOGRAPH Ella Sexson

Stat e Finals

Come to Polk County

If you’re a lover of all things rodeo, it’s time to dust off your chaps!

The Hamster Rodeo State Finals is making its way to a roughly 5-square-foot patch of the Bartow Horse Arena at the Polk County Agri Civic Center. Be prepared for all the gruff and a lot more fluff at this must-attend event.

cowboys, horses, and cattle, but hamsters are the wild west stars of this rodeo, roping and riding guinea pigs.

HAHA Founder and CEO Buck Hadley explained the sport’s origins. “You might not know it, but there is a rodent hierarchy, of which hamsters are damn near the top,” he said. “It wasn’t hard to teach them to rope and ride. All it took was Waylon Jennings, PBR, and a little time. Hamsters are the natural cowboys of Rodentia.”

The hamster rodeo is an endeavor by the Hadley Association for Hamsters in America (HAHA), a project spanning the last two decades. The sport of traditional rodeo may be all about

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These small but stout rodeo stars stand between six and eight inches tall and don blue jeans, boots, spurs, chaps, and cowboy hats. Miniature saddles and cinches adorn the riding guinea pigs, but the real show is bareback gronc riding.

Taking the place of bucking horses (bronc or bronco) are rambunctious guinea pigs, aka groncs or groncos. Other notable events are guinea pup wrestling, saddle gronc riding, tie-down roping, team roping, barrel racing, and hamster wheel racing.

“Hanglers – keeping your hamster double cheeked up since 1904.”

For $10 admission, attendees will enjoy buckin’ and bulldoggin’ from the top names currently in hamster rodeo, including Wild Hamster Bill Hickock and even 2020 All-Around Hamster Rodeo Champion from Milford, Utah, Stetson Bite.

For an additional $20, you can get VIP access and high-five a hamster.

The event is strictly BYOH (Bring Your Own Hamster) as no hamsters will be for sale at the event. “Our small cowboys aren’t for sale. They’re their own men – a proud people. They love America, their mommas, apple pie, and rodeo. You can’t put a price on that,” said Hadley.

“You haven’t lived until you’ve seen a hamster, one tiny hand wrapped around the riggin’, the other hand in the air trying to stay on a bucking guinea pig for eight seconds,” said Hadley. “Their itty bitty hands are perfect for gripping a shoelace size rope. And when they get bucked off, all you see is a flash of fluff and high pitched eeeeeeeeeeeeeee sound. It’s great.” No hamsters are harmed during the rodeo; they always land on their tiny booted feet, according to Hadley.

With an average life span of 2-3 years, top names in this kind of rodeo tend to rotate quickly. To pay homage to the rough and tumble hamsters of history, a pop-up Hamster ProRodeo Hall of Fame will be on site. Learn the history of the hamster rodeo and its legends, including Chubby Fannie Oakley, Texas Pete, Billy the Hamster, John ‘Wiggles’ Wayne, and Cheeks.

Staying true to rodeo culture, there will be hamster rodeo clowns as comic relief to the crowd and keep the tiny cowboys safe when thrown off a raging guinea pig.

The Hamster Rodeo State Finals prize pool includes a lifetime supply of Skoal cherry chewing tobacco, a bag of baked timothy biscuits, a rhinestoned hamster wheel, and the coveted Hamster Rodeo State Finals trophy belt buckle. To enter your hamster into the state finals, send a photo, bio, and hamster rodeo credentials to april_foolz@havenmagazines.com.

The Hamster Rodeo State Finals is sponsored by Skoal Smokeless Tobacco, “The chew of choice for chubby-cheeked cowboys everywhere,” and Wrangler as part of a campaign for their line of hamster jeans, Hanglers with the tagline

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2020 All-Around Hamster Rodeo Champion Stetson Bite

HAMSTER FUN FACTS:

POPULAR HAMSTER NAMES:

THEIR TEETH NEVER STOP GROWING THEY HOARD FOOD THEY ARE BANNED IN HAWAII THEY ARE PRONE TO BACTERIA AND VIRUSES THEY ARE PROMISCUOUS THEY ARE NOCTURNAL CREATURES THEY ARE THE FIFTH MOST POPULAR PET

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NIBBLES PATCHES WHISKERS CREAMPUFF WEE BABY

FUN –N– HOW TO WRANGLE A PYTHON WORDS Jake ‘The Snake’ Roberts – The Python Wrangler *Disclaimer: We do not encourage anyone to approach wild _____________ or attempt to wrangle them unless you (noun) have a valid license for _____________ or _____________. Let’s say you’re out on a walk at _____________ and you spot a long (verb) (verb) (place in Polk County) _____________ slithering into the bushes. The first thing you’re going to want to do is to get out your trusty _____________ to (animal) (kitchen appliance) find out what kind of snake you’re dealing with. Does it have _____________ markings? Maybe it has a _____________ on its (adjective) (name a food) tail? Is it making a _____________ sound? It’s important to know which snake will kill you and which will simply _____________. (musical instrument) (verb) If the snake has a yellow _____________ around its _____________ – STAY AWAY! We aren’t out here trying to wrangle any (noun) (body part) _____________, am I right? Pythons are what we’re after. They’re the big problem around here. The _____________ Python (small animal) (adjective) is an invasive species in Florida. They can grow as big around as a _____________. You’ll know it when you see it, trust me. (car model) So, you’ve established it’s a _____________. Now what? I don’t advise you to do anything but call my snake hotline at 1-800 (animal) _____________, that’s 1-800 _____________. But to give you a taste of another day in the office for me, I’ll tell you how I would (number) (color) _____________ it when I arrived on the scene. First, I’d say, “Well, well, well. If it isn’t _____________. Bet you didn’t expect (verb) (name a person) _____________ to show up in your neck of the woods again?” I do that to calm the snake and let it know what to expect. (another person) Then I’d go straight for the _____________! We’d _____________ for a few minutes until the snake got _____________. But what if (body part) (verb) (adjective ending in ‘ed’ ) she’s psyching me out? Next thing I know, the snake has a _____________. And I’m like, “Where’d you get a _____________?” (noun) (noun) And the snake’s like, “Don’t worry about it. I’m a thneaky little thnake.” But while it was distracted, I’d grab for my secret weapon, a hot pink _____________ with a detailed _____________ at the end. Remember, we aren’t trying to hurt the snake. I (food) (shape) want to get it into the back of my _____________ so that we can get it off the streets. Once I’ve got its head a safe distance (noun) from my _____________, and I’ve got a good hold around its neck, I can get my trusty assistant _____________ to help me by (name a person) (body part) _____________ a _____________. Now I can bag it up and put it into the Snake Mobile. Plenty of folks ask me, “Jake, where do (verb ending in ‘ing’) (noun) you take the snakes once you’ve _____________ them?” I take them to the Fort Meade Snake Pit, where they can mingle, (verb ending in ‘ed’) meet new _____________, and live their best life. And that’s how a pro _____________ wrangles pythons! (animals) (noun)

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– GAMES POLK COUNTY WORD SEARCH

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Chicken Noir On February 22, the Winter Haven City Commission voted unanimously to pass ordinance 0-21-06. The ordinance allowed chickens as an accessory use in all non-agricultural zoning districts within city limits, whereas they were previously only allowed in Agricultural (AG) zoning districts. The ordinance also provided “specific standards related to chicken quantities, permitted locations on the property, and coops.”

pecks someone in the shin while we’re out? What if my chicken lays an egg on the roof of my house and it rolls off and splatters on someone’s head as they walk down the sidewalk and they’re wearing their favorite shirt and some egg residue slides down their head onto the shirt and I say, ‘I’ll buy you a new shirt,’ and they say, ‘You can’t buy me a new shirt because they don’t make this shirt anymore plus this shirt has sentimental value because my aunt bought it for me at a Joe’s Crab Shack when I was 12 right before she died in a tragic crab leg accident,’? … I made a note to sit and have a good think over these issues later.

What started as a simple run-of-the-mill reporting on a city commission meeting has become a dangerous game of corruption, bribes, and fried chicken. The findings of this investigative report may ruffle a few feathers, but at Haven, we believe in speaking truth to power.

The meeting continued. As to whether they were equipped to enforce the code provision effectively, someone pointed out that “There was some anecdotal information about this at our workshop meeting last Wednesday. Chief Bird said when he first came on board, he went on the 7th street chicken patrol, and they tried to get roosters in the trees and had a very difficult time getting them out.”

“The chickens are already here, and they’re problematic,” said City Manager Mike Himm. “The code compliance team is trying to be responsive to do the best that they can to be able to try to keep the issue at bay and at the same time allow folks to have chickens on their property.”

‘Hmmm, 7th Street Chicken Patrol… roosters in trees… Chief Bird… sounds serious,’ I thought.

The ordinance, first heard on February 8, proposed one chicken per every 500 square feet of parcel lot area with a maximum of 15 chickens per lot. Some commissioners felt the maximum number of chickens per lot was too many, resulting in a spicy discussion and a change in the rules to one chicken per 1,000 square feet with a maximum of 5 chickens and no roosters.

“My problem is if you have a small lot and you can put ten chickens in the backyard… It seems to me it’s too many. I don’t have a problem with a chicken or two in the backyard,” said the mayor.

Regulations developed for the ordinance also focused on the coop, which must be present on the property. Coops cannot be more than 125 square feet by 6 feet in height. This specific detail is in response to the numerous ‘chicken mansions’ popping up around town. A popular trend amongst millennials, these luxury coops are two, sometimes three stories. “If no one else will say it, I will. Chickens do not need marble countertops or wine cellars,” said commissioner JP Poultry who joined the meeting remotely.

Mayor Drumstick sympathized with what the code department is up against, calling it a ‘conundrum’ … a chicken conundrum.

But he also brought up the issue of care. If someone isn’t properly caring for their chickens and cleaning the coop regularly, would it cause an odor? “If all of us had 15 chickens, it would be a nightmare in my neighborhood,” he said.

To the issue of a ‘fowl’ odor, Code Supervisor Tanya Air-Fryer said, “In the last 11 years, we’ve only had 81 complaints about fowl. Out of all of those complaints, the majority of the complaints were either that they were at large or that they had roosters. We’ve only had one complaint about odor.”

Commissioner Brian Yolks raised questions about compliance.

He asked how many violations of the order someone would have to make before having their chicken privileges revoked.

Additionally, what would happen to the offending chickens?

Later in the meeting, Mayor Pro Tem Nathaniel Songbird added his thoughts on the odor issue. Songbird said, “We used to raise chickens. I don’t know if the technology of the coop has vastly improved since we raised chickens because there was an odor. …

But we had 30 chickens.”

Issues with dogs and cats are called into animal control, an extension of the sheriff’s office through the county. Mayor Brad Drumstick asked, “If someone has a problem dog or problem cat or problem chicken and we cite them, and we continually have a problem with them. Can you ultimately go in there and take the dog or cat or chicken? Or do you just keep giving them financial burdens until they get rid of their own chickens?”

I made the note on my legal pad and underlined it. ‘Songbird – former chicken hoarder?’ Details and statements swirled in my mind. This commission meeting was becoming very interesting.

Something stunk – and it wasn’t the chickens.

As I sat in the back of the room scribbling notes from the meeting, questions about chickens flooded my mind too. What if I want to walk my chicken on a leash? What if the chicken

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with too many chickens per lot. Commissioner Tracy McNugget suggested that the Winter Haven City Police Department (as they were already familiar with the poultry problem via the 7th Street Chicken Patrol and Chief Bird’s sordid history with roosters in trees and suspicious last name) start a new department to maintain law and order – SCU. SCU or the Special Chickens Unit, said McNugget, would be tasked with ‘chicken raids’ to detain contraband chickens. She already had a few people in mind to head up SCU, veteran no-nonsense New York detectives Olivia ‘Barnevelder’ Benson and Elliot ‘Silkie’ Stabler. The commissioner went on to say, “In the criminal justice system, the chickens are represented by two separate yet equally important groups: The police, who investigate crime, and the chicken attorneys, who prosecute the offenders. These are their stories.”

because that’s when the real dirty work gets done. I became disoriented as theories and conclusions raced around my mind and collided. What had I just witnessed?

Even more troubling, who had just witnessed me? I stood stock still as every one of the commissioners turned and looked in my direction. I had been discovered. I locked eyes with the group’s alpha, Mayor Drumstick. I flicked my Virginia Slim, pulled my fedora further over my eyes, and buttoned my trench coat. It was time to scram (insert scrambled egg joke here).

When I got home, I replayed the night’s events. I thought back to the February 8 meeting. When no one from the public stepped forward to speak, Mayor Drumstick ‘joked,’ “So Colonel Sanders is not watching.” But… was it a joke? Or was it to throw me off the trail? To be sure that the commission’s corporate daddy, Chick-fil-A, wouldn’t be implicated?

The commission agreed with the idea, calling it “The best and most logical course of action.”

The timing and thoroughness of those suggestions were fishy to me. I was going to have to do a little more digging into these avian affairs.

I stepped up to my corkboard and started connecting photos with red string. The Winter Haven City Commission concocted an ordinance ‘addressing’ the ‘chicken conundrum.’ The goal was not to allow chickens as an accessory use in all nonagricultural zoning districts within city limits. It was really to create an excess of illegal chickens by setting a limit on the number one can own within city limits in non-AG zoning districts, knowing most people had more than what the ordinance permitted.

Another issue raised was how will we know whose chicken is whose? Is that nuisance chicken mine or my neighbors? How will SCU know? Registration? Tag? Lower back tattoo? That item did not end up in the final ordinance.

After all sides were heard, and no one from the public stepped forward to comment, the ordinance was passed unanimously on February 22.

They would then use the SCU to ‘detain’ any nuisance chickens or those at large. Unfortunately for the fowl, detainment meant ending up on the wrong end of a chicken sandwich.

The commissioners accepted payment in the form of chicken sandwiches for passing the ordinance.

Hold onto your hens because this is where the story takes a turn. I had a hunch, see? And I was going to follow it. Roll the tape! But since there is no tape, I’ll explain to you what I saw in narrative detail.

I would also like to point out that we have a suspicious number of city officials with the word ‘Bird’ in their name. A coincidence?

Perhaps…

The commission heard several more items on their agenda and wrapped up the meeting late into the evening. I followed the mayor and his commissioner cronies out to the parking lot. I stayed far enough behind and peeked around a corner as not to be detected. One way or the other, I was going to get the s-coop.

The group looked around wearily as if to be sure they weren’t being watched as they made their way to a shadowy corner of the lot, a dim area devoid of streetlamps.

We know for sure now that commissioners are in the pocket of Big Chicken Sandwich (also known in the industry as Big Farm-a). And we know that Big Chicken Sandwich is in their bellies. The commission’s involvement raises the question as to what other special interests they could be working with. Big Taco? Big Mac? Big Lebowski?

A suave-looking businessman in a red polo handed the mayor something discreetly – a white paper bag. The bag was suspiciously greasy as if its contents were perhaps fried and delicious. As the man in the red shirt turned to get into his awaiting town car – that’s when I saw it. The logo on his shirt… it was familiar. It was… Chick-fil-A.

With chicken on the brain and a fire in my belly, I fell asleep with plans to write the exposé of my life the next day. But on Tuesday morning, around 8:35 am, I walked out to my car. The thinly veiled and lightly breaded threat read, ‘Keep your nose out of our business lady. Or you’re gonna get pecked!’ in honey mustard.

I know it was honey mustard because I tasted it. Strange… the perfect condiment to put on a spicy chicken sandwich. If someone was sending a message, I tasted it loud and clear.

Red polo shirt guy turned to the mayor and said, “Thanks for agreeing to meet. I enjoyed our call yesterday. Nice doing business with you.”

Anyway, now my life is in danger. And I can’t go to Chick-fil-A anymore… or city commission meetings.

Wait? But today was Monday. That meant… the mayor and Mr. Chicken Sandwich had a business call the day before.

On… a Sunday? Either this guy was working out of bounds, or Chick-fil-A is open on Sunday, and they aren’t telling us – maybe

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Python Problem Reaches Pitch It appears a hush-hush python problem is reaching a fever pitch around the outskirts of Polk County and rapidly slithering inward. The snake problem could reach critical mass within months, says resident python hunter and former A/C repairman Jake ‘The Snake’ Roberts (no relation to the WWE wrestler).

ago, he expected to see his share of gators and snakes – though not pythons of man-eating proportions.

“The first snake I came across in a duct here was a juvenile – not very big at all. He was old enough to have just been released when someone decided their pet had gotten too big. I removed him and moved on.” Two days after that, Roberts encountered something more alarming in the ductwork of a house near Lake Bonny – recently hatched python eggs.

Reports of nonnative giant snakes plaguing the Everglades stem back to the 1970s – a time of bell bottoms and Burmese pythons.

Over the past four decades, the population of pythons in the Everglades has exploded. These constrictors are popular in the exotic pet circuit for their gargantuan size, unique coloration, and strangling power. Though not venomous, rows of razorsharp teeth angled backward toward their throat make bites more painful and easier swallowing (for the snake). Adult Burmese pythons can reach more than 75 feet in length and weigh up to 2000 pounds.

As the scope of Polk County’s python predicament grew with each a/c job, Roberts felt obligated to do his part. “I’ve seen somewhere in the neighborhood of 3000 pythons in Lakeland alone over the last six months or so – way more across the county. Someone has to take care of these sneaky little snakes.”

So, Roberts added an unusual service to his a/c repair business website – snake wrangling. For just $169, Roberts will wrangle and capture any pesky pythons – big or small. All of Roberts’ captured snakes are taken to the Fort Meade snake pit off East Broadway. Detractors have questioned the effectiveness of merely moving the invasive snakes from one part of the county to another.

Lone python wrangler Jake Roberts has a manner at the intersection of stoic and sexy. The black duster caressing his dad-bod and well-maintained mullet gently flapped in the breeze coming off the lake as we discussed the snake problem and what Roberts is doing to combat it. His uniform? A gruff, nononsense kind of guy, Roberts keeps one cigarette in his mouth and another lit and ready to go between his fingers because “You never know which puff will be your last when dealing with pythons.” He also wears an eyepatch over his left eye. He considers the patch a cover for his ‘spare eyeball’ in case “the ‘thons get ahold of my other one.”

Roberts has partnered with a self-described snake charmer to minimize the risk of harming the animals or himself during a capture. His sidekick snake charmer and SoundCloud musician, DJ Hypno-Thighs, does what he can to lull the serpents into submission. His snake charming track record is...if-y. “I’ve been bit directly in the face once or twice, or every time I’ve gone out with Jake, but there’s a real connection between these snakes and me – I can feel it.”

On his snakeskin belt made from the hide of his first kill are a row of gator teeth, a .38 Chief’s Special, katana sword, and beer holster (a koozie sewn into the belt). He keeps the straps on his camo Crocs pulled down, at the ready.

Wrangling isn’t the only part of Roberts serpentine services. He prides himself on the research he does to keep the problem from reaching Everglades levels. He seeks answers to questions like why they flock to some urban and suburban areas more than others and what factors increase the risk of a residential python invasion?

Roberts started as a part-time a/c repairman 23 years ago. He built up a clientele and eventually started his own company, Ice Ice Baby A/C Repair in 2005, servicing towns that skirt the Everglades. “It was routine to find a gator sunning himself near a condenser or a python hiding out in a vent,” he said. But when he and his wife Anna Konda-Roberts moved to Lakeland four years

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A glaring correlation, Roberts says, in the number of chickens, specifically illegal chickens one owns. As you may have read in another feature this month entitled “Chicken Noir,” The Winter Haven City Commission recently passed an ordinance limiting the number of chickens per household to five and absolutely no roosters in non-agricultural zoning districts. This chicken mandate so close to the revelation of the kept-under-wraps snake situation is raising a few eyebrows. Does the commission know more about the snake/ chicken connection than they’re letting on? Are the commissioners training pythons to prefer chickens in numbers in excess of five to rid the city of its chicken crisis? Are the commissioners actually pythons dressed as people? That’s a political intrigue piece for another day.

“The more illegal chickens you have, the higher chance of a python invasion,” said Roberts. “They’re clucking timebombs.”

In other words, Lakeland chicken owners should be safe… for now. But suppose Winter Haven residents have more than five chickens or a rooster. In that case, the odds that there is a python somewhere in their house right now, probably the toilet, waiting to strike when they’re most vulnerable, increases 25 percent with each illegal chicken.

Roberts shared a few safety tips to give our readers. If you see any portion of a snake, head, or tail around your house or in a

public area, the python wrangler urges you to stay clear and call his sneaky snake hotline, as this can be deceptive of the snake’s actual size. What looks like a small snake by the tail can be a fully grown adult or ‘big mamma,’ as he calls them. Reminiscent of the rhyme to help tell venomous coral snakes from the harmless king snake, “Red touching yellow will kill a fellow. Red touching black is a friend of Jack,” Roberts has a more succinct phrase to keep you safe around pythons. “Always remember, ‘they’re growers, not show-ers,’” he said.

In addition to the ecological implications of an invasive species settling into the county, it appears there may be economic impacts as well. Investors see the python ‘problem’ as more of a python ‘opportunity.’ An unknown entity has already claimed intellectual property rights to the terms/ ideas: Lakeland Python Emporium, Spicy Snake Nuggs, Burmese katana sheath, Python Belt with Beer Holster, and Girthy Gus the One-Eyed Python.

Stay safe, friends! We’ll do our best to keep you apprised of the snake goings-on and whether Winter Haven city officials are, in fact, sentient Burmese pythons in human suits bent on world domination, one chicken at a time.

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PHOTOGRAPH Amy Sexson

Welcome to Auburndale?

Winter Haven Water Tower Gets a New Look

Relations between Winter Haven and Auburndale have sprung a leak over a new design on the downtown Magnolia Watertower.

The tower was covered last month while undergoing phase I of a project that will include “major maintenance including a fresh coat of paint,” according to a February 11, 2021 press release by The City of Winter Haven.

“We have a dog park.”

“The city’s full name is Auburn-Dale Earnhardt Jr.” Only one of these statements can be confirmed true at the time of publication.

In this first phase of the ongoing beautification project, the tower will be painted with a base shade called “warm sun.” For roughly two weeks during the renovations, elements around the tower, including the walking trail, were covered and closed to the public. A protective sheet was hung around the water tower so its surface could be sandblasted and painted. “This type of maintenance not only improves the appearance of the tower but also prevents corrosion and protects the life of the tower,” according to the city.

“We’re looking to capture tourists from the area and show them what we have to offer,” said Auburndale’s Chief Tourism Advisor, Alexa Chambers. “We’ve gotten some pushback from Winter Haven, but to those detractors, I say, ‘Water you going to do about it?’”

Local grassroots movements, ‘The Alliance of Bryan’s Who Think The Water Tower Should Be Painted Like a Stormtrooper Helmet’ and ‘Citizens for Less Church Bells’ are pooling their resources to fight Auburndale’s busy non-Winter-Haven design and other ‘community ails.’ The latter group aims to compromise with an area church that chimes every hour on the hour. The group would like to see a less frequent bell schedule or temporary relinquishment of the church iPod to another person or party… literally any other person or party.

The press release went on to say, “While there has been much dialogue about a special logo or graphic on the tower, it is still in the discussion stage. This initial neutral paint shade will serve as the first phase of the process. Once the partners involved reach an agreement, the base paint on the tower will prepare it for the second phase of additional painting.”

Designers city-wide are in an uproar about the conversation surrounding not only the ‘fun facts’ that have yet to be proven true, but more importantly, the font selection.

Partners reached an agreement on March 15 when The City of Auburndale stepped forward with funding for the final design.

“Creative rights went to the highest bidder. Auburndale just wanted it the worst, I guess,” said one confused Winter Haven city official.

“We want it to be super fun. We want folks driving by or walking downtown to say, ‘Wow, now that’s a water tower,’” said Chambers. The current fonts in contention are Curlz, Comic Sans, Zapfino, Papyrus, Brush Script, Helvetica, Impact, and Courier New. “We have so much copy to include, we may end up using them all. I think such an avant-garde choice would make sense coming from the trendsetting metropolis that is Auburndale.”

The Magnolia Watertower, located in downtown Winter Haven, will sport The City of Auburndale logo, a map to the city, the puzzling sentiment ‘Welcome to Auburndale,’ a mural of Auburdale’s official city animal, the screaming hairy armadillo, and a series of ‘Auburndale Fun Facts.’ We were able to obtain a preliminary list of ‘fun facts,’ which includes:

“I feel attacked. They have to be doing this on purpose,” said one hot-headed bespeckled magazine graphic designer.

“The world’s longest continuous bingo game took place in Auburndale from 1997-1998.”

Supermodels and Comic Sans aside, phase II for the Magnolia Watertower will begin next month and is expected to finish up by mid-July. An official ribbon-cutting for the mural is slated for early fall. The ribbon-cutting will be held along the walkway below the tower. It promises to be a family-friendly event where folks can pick up informational pamphlets about the great city of Auburndale, enjoy a screaming hairy armadillo petting zoo, and all-you-can-eat macaroni. According to the Auburndale Tourism Office, Tom Hanks will be in attendance. To register in advance for the macaroni-eating contest at the Magnolia Tower ribbon cutting on April 32, email april_foolz@havenmagazines.com.

“The ‘I’m not sure what to do with my hands’ scene in Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby was filmed at The Auburndale Speedway aka The ‘Dale.”

“Auburndale has more supermodels and macaroni per capita than any other city in Polk County.”

“Tom Hanks bought a vacation home in Auburndale so he and Rita can have Peebles Bar-B-Q whenever they want.”

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The Future of Food or A Fad? French Fashion-Food coming to Polk planning to take his Polk County restaurant in a different direction.

It’s no secret that minimalism has taken over the country – books and blogs that detail pairing down everything from material possessions to the space you inhabit have taken popular culture by storm. People are taking only what they need to survive and finding happiness in the mindfulness of the moment. Like everything that has ever been cool, ever, the minimalism movement began in Europe. Now, the Euroinvasion of a minimized palette – fashion-food, will finally make its grand appearance in America, starting in our own backyard.

“I wanted to give the American people food they would understand – simple, slow, unrefined,” said the chef. “It was important to me when conceptualizing my first U.S. restaurant to give the people an experience they’ve never had but would not be confused or scared by.”

The Polk County eatery, Petit Appetit, will have simple American cuisine – hot dogs, hamburgers, chicken fingers, French fries and the like.

Polk County will be on the precipice of this tiny market come fall of this year. A micro eatery will be opened by Chef Jules Debois from Marseille, France, a region renowned for its culinary innovation. Fifteen years ago, Chef Debois opened the doors to his first restaurant centered around tiny dishes called Pas de Paysans, literally translating to “No Peasants” in English.

Debois has been perfecting his 1-inch in diameter bacon cheeseburger for the better part of a year now. From the doneness of the tiny meat to the perfectly placed accoutrements atop the burger, it’s sure to be your new addiction.

A half-inch Florida frank will be the star of the menu. The hotdog is placed carefully with tiny tongs onto a micro-bun and topped with a single chopped onion and dropper-full of chili.

The almost impossible-to-get-into restaurant (due both to its low ceilings and extensive waiting list) earned the chef 2 Michelin Stars. With minimally constructed traditional French fare, like beef bourguignon, confit de canard, and chocolate soufflé served at Pas de Paysans, Chef Debois is

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Tiny food doesn’t equate to a tiny price point, however.

With prices starting at $25 per dish, or “bite” as they are listed on the menu, it remains to be seen whether even Central Florida’s most dedicated foodies will venture to the bourgeois establishment to drop a paycheck on a Barbiesized bite to eat. But, according to the chef, it is well worth it.

“The artistry and genius that I put into my food are truly priceless. Polk County should thank me for coming here first,” he said.

The method of the craft is just as important as the final product to Chef Jules Debois. When he opened Pas de Paysans, Debois commissioned a French art supply company to make a micro pottery wheel and kiln so that he could create his own tiny cookware, dishes, and utensils. He will be bringing the same innovation to his U.S. restaurant. The chef wanted to be clear, his line of in-house kitchen products does not include drinking glasses – those will be normal size.

For a wholly immersive experience, ingredients and supplies will be stored in very small shelving, refrigerator, and even a “crawl-in” freezer. The food will be prepared on a small section of counter and cooked in his tiny oven, stove, or deep fryer before being placed on a tiny dish to be served.

As for why Polk County was given the honor of being home to his first American restaurant versus New York or L.A., the chef said, “I watch the news, and I really sort of love Florida’s whacky reputation. And sure, I could have opened it in Tampa, St. Pete, Orlando, Miami or any place arguably cooler than Polk County, but I wanted new, never done before…a risk.”

Petit Appetit is slated to open in early fall in a renovated Chevrolet Astro van down by Peace River with sitting room for six per reservation.

“I’m thrilled to bring my tiny creations to your tiny lives,” remarked the chef. For more information email april_foolz@havenmagazines.com.

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CAUTION NARROWED ARTERIES AHEAD

Chest pressure, a squeezing sensation or chest pain. These feelings may be angina, a symptom of heart disease.

Your heart comes with a warning system. It’s called angina, a recurring chest pain or discomfort that happens when a part of the heart does not receive enough blood and oxygen. Angina is a symptom of coronary artery disease (CAD), a type of heart disease that occurs when arteries that carry blood to the heart become narrowed or blocked. And although angina is often experienced as a pinching sensation in the chest, it can be accompanied by sluggishness, fatigue, and tightness in the chest. If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, the heart experts at BayCare’s Winter Haven Hospital can quickly get to the root cause and treat it with a procedure that’s right for you.

Diagnosing and treating CAD is just one area of our expertise in heart care. Using state-of-the-art technology, our compassionate and multidisciplinary team of experts provides a suite of other advanced heart care services. From treating heart rhythm disorders like AFib, minimally invasive procedures for structural heart and valve conditions, a top-performing open-heart surgery program, care for advanced heart failure through our Heart Function Clinic and BayCare’s ventricular assist device program, Winter Haven Hospital is here when you and your heart need us.

And you can feel secure knowing we have implemented safety measures to help keep you safe from COVID-19.

Learn more and get a cardiology referral: WinterHavenHeart.org

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Letting it All Hang Out Streaking – we’ve all done it, right? In small towns like ours across the country, it’s a right of passage. How does one streak? Remove all items of clothing and take off running with a group of your best buddies. The objective? Feel the wind on your fanny and try not to get caught. Why do it – boredom? Love of the streak? Well friends, it’s time to stretch out those hamstrings and leave the sweatpants at home because there’s a new nudie club in town.

Every prominent figure in Polk County since its founding has been a member of a secret society of streakers known as the Order of the Illuminudie. This elite club extends membership to only the upper echelon of Polk County – judges, lawyers, doctors, leaders of industry, politicians, law enforcement officials, movers and shakers (in more ways than one).

Legend has it that the Illuminudie draw their power by ceremoniously full mooning during a full moon.

Streaking has shaped world history. For centuries, our ancestors have done it – both building and breaking empires with the flip or flop of an appendage. It has influenced great artists and philosophers alike. As Descartes said, “I think therefore I am pantsless.” The art of streaking has influenced everything from cave drawings and Renaissance paintings to football games and the occasional wedding reception.

Butt… what about the rest of us? What of us blue-collar, working-class streakers? We are but humble folk who simply want to run around in the buff. In response to this unclad cabal of cheeky power players, a recent transplant to Lakeland, Andrew Weinerman started a movement of his own – The Swan City Nudist Collective. The Collective, open to the public, is a group of enthusiastic exhibitionists who get together for organized streaks.

“I was looking for a sense of community. Through online forums, I realized there was this huge hobbyist cross-section of nudists who also happened to be runners in the area – my two passions,” said Weinerman. “People who aren’t in positions of power should have access to streaking-related activities within their communities. We’re equal opportunity streakers.” So, members of the Swan City Nudist Collective are bucking the system, and they’re doing it – buck naked.

The SCNC is partnering with organizers of the Slow Roll and Ski Show in Winter Haven, a bicycling event in which folks meet up and cruise through town to the Saturday ski show at Lake Silver by the Cypress Gardens Water Ski Team. After watching the show, the slow-rollers make their way to Grove Roots for a beer.

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The new event in Lakeland will be called the Slow Streak and Stunt Show. The Swan City Nudist Collective is stripping the concept down to its skivvies. Starting in the fall, runners participating in the Slow Streak and Stunt Show congregate under cover of darkness and jog at an uncomfortably slow pace for a quarter-mile through town. The organizers opted for a shorter race than the typical 3K or 5K for both legal and chafing reasons. Let your bits and bobs bounce in the breeze all the way to Lake Hollingsworth for a nude water stunt show. If you spot the police – pick up your pace. And if caught, you never read this.

Jangle Dangle Jog 1/4-K. Participants will go on a bare sightseeing jog of all the best holiday lights and displays around town. Jingle Joggers who finish the race be awarded traditional finishing medals. “We hope you’ll be there with bells on,” said Weinerman.

Swan City Nudist Collective events, including the Slow Streak and Stunt Show and Jingle Jangle Dangle Jog, are, for the most part, no-holes-barred, with few barriers to entry. To become a member of the Collective, you must be 45 years or older. All body-types welcome, shoes required, sweatbands optional, no-clothing-zero-tolerance policy. “There’s this guy who shows up to all our runs, fully dressed. We’re like, ‘Hey man, that’s a little weird…’ It’s like, who does that?

That’s creepy, show some respect for the craft,” said the group’s founder.

“Don’t knock it until you try it. You may think we’re nuts, but I promise it will be a ball,” said Weinerman.

They haven’t yet fleshed out the details, but there are quite a few themed events in the works. Look out for Barks and Buttcheeks this summer, where revealing runners can bring their dogs too. The Winnie the Pooh Race will see runners in a t-shirt and no bottoms making their way to the finish line, where there will be a rib-eating contest. Final race dates will be announced later this month.

“I want these events to bring back the good old-fashioned fun of streaking for all,” he said. Asked where he hopes to be in five years, Weinerman smiled, “Still jingling and jangling and dangling.”

To sign up for a Swan City Nudist Collective event, email april_foolz@havenmagazines.com.

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Lakeland Group Takes Up Anti-Cursing Crusade Get all the hecks and fricks out while you can. A new ordinance is taking place in the City of Lakeland that will ban profanity and language construed as such. The City Commission voted unanimously to pass ordinance 21-053 on March 15, 2021.

county swear jar. Foul-mouthed offenders will be obligated to carry out the latter part of their punishment at the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. Cussers must show up to have their mouth washed out with a bar of soap and call their grandma to apologize. If you do not have a grandma, one will be appointed to you.

The ‘Do You Kiss Your Mamma with that Mouth’ Rule, as it has been dubbed, will effectively ban all our favorite swears between the hours of 9 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday.

The community can frig and darn at their leisure between 5 pm and 8 am and all day on Saturdays and Sundays.

The parameters are strict, said a spokesperson for the PCSO. “No dangs, dingdongs, or dagnabits will be tolerated.” For expletive aficionados who let slip Category 5 Swears of the 4-letter variety, it’s hot sauce on the tongue for you, buddy.

Serial offenders will be subject to the stockades at Munn Park to endure passersby giving their best ‘I’m not mad – just really disappointed in you’ expressions.

The ordinance was first drafted thanks to Lakeland resident Kyle Tucker. During a public disagreement with his younger brother in May of 2019, the elder Tucker hurled the derogatory term ‘butthead’ with such vitriol it practically shook the coffee shop they were sitting in, according to eyewitness reports. And now we all can’t curse anymore. Thanks, Kyle.

An addendum added during the ordinance’s second reading called the Flanderisms Clause will ban words and phrases that an eavesdropper could even construe as an attempt at a swear. Because, as Lipschitz put it, “We all know what you really mean when you say ‘kiss my grits’ or ‘oh fudge’ so don’t you diddly do it. And there’s nothing holy about crap, so stop saying that one too!”

“Won’t someone please think of the children!” cried one angry woman on the scene. In a statement to the police, (whom she called) the woman commented, “I was just so scared. I thought to myself, ‘Butthead? What’s next – Mother Trucker?

Malarkey? I don’t want to live in a world where people can express themselves so freely. It’s terrifying.”

Thanks to the latest in obscenity technology, repeat cussers will be outfitted with a ‘Bleeper.’ The Bleeper is a digitalized sensor designed to predict when a swear or semi-swear is about to exit the offender’s mouth and issue a long monotone ‘bleep’ in its place.

That woman was Karen Lipshitz. Lipschitz was so shaken by the encounter and many other ‘unacceptable’ cursing-related events she had been witness to that she founded Karens Against Kussing an activist group with the sole mission of cleaning up Lakeland’s streets and mouths. It’s safe to say that these Karens won’t be taking anymore of the community’s Lipschitz.

“I got the idea while watching my all-time favorite show – Jerry Springer,” said Clyde Minnows, the Texas-based inventor of the Bleeper. “It works by attaching to the neck just over the vocal cords and, using tone and speech cadence detectors, indicates when a swear is about to spill out.”

Minnows is currently working on a ‘complicated lip scrambling technology’ that could potentially blur a person’s mouth.

The bad word ban is set to go into effect on April 1, 2021. A department of the Polk County Sheriff’s Office called the Swear Squad is taking up the task of catching any naughty ne’er do wells and seeing to it that they get their cursing comeuppance.

Citizens are advised to mind their P’s and Q’s moving forward as the no-cussing ordinance is no-nonsense. Detractors of this new rule are drafting a counter ‘mandatory swearing’ rule to be heard at the next City Commission meeting. For any questions or comments regarding the no-cussing policy, or to receive a comprehensive ongoing list of punishable expletives released by the city, email april_foolz@havenmagazines.com.

Anyone caught uttering a bad word between the days and times established in the ordinance will feel the full extent of the law in their wallet with a $200 fine to be placed in the

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Magazines and Meatloaf LKLD Opts for Office Drive-Thru It has been over two years since LKLD has had a permanent office space. Since then, we’ve worked in our publishers’ living room and two other temporary spaces – putting out two magazines a month, 12 times a year.

private partnership with a national fast-food chicken brand.

We are constantly being asked, “Where can I get a LKLD?” and “What if I want to read an unnecessarily long 2,000word profile on the go?”

Destroyer Media & Marketing is excited to announce that we finally have a permanent home in the works. One of the things we loved most about being in an office accessible to the public is how much we could interact with our readers through drop-ins and community events.

We’ve got you covered! Slide on through our drive-thru and tell our customer service associate, Steven Downy Jr. Maynard, you want to ‘Destroyer Size your meal,’ and we’ll throw in a copy of that month’s LKLD in with your meatloaf or locally-sourced chicken sandwich.

Over the last year, we’ve worked primarily from home.

We are thrilled to be creating magazines together in a collaborative space again. And we can’t wait to see YOU there.

Yell, ‘Spud me!’ and we’ll shoot a raw potato into your car with our high-powered potato cannon for you to take home and fry later.

Part of our office design is a drive-thru lane down the middle of our shared workspace – think, Beverage Castle. We’ll be serving more than beers – though you can pick up a Bud Heavy here too. Always a dream on the backburner – our food concept/ publishing business model will finally launch!

Just remember to watch for pedestrians (and pythons) as the drive-thru runs directly through the middle of our office, and we’d prefer not to scrape one of our employees off your hood.

We couldn’t be more excited for the prospect of serving the community through written and visual storytelling, social media, chicken nuggs, and beers. LKLD is looking to franchise our magazine office/ fast-food idea. Send inquiries to our business email, april_foolz@havenmagazines.com, if you’re interested, and we can set up a meeting to talk numbers.

Drive on through for a slice of LKLD’s famous meatloaf. If warm square meats aren’t your thing, check out our other menu items like L-shaped chicken nuggs and spicy chicken sandwich sliders. We’re proud to be serving up only the freshest local chicken, which has been easy to source due to a recent increase in seized Winter Haven chickens and our

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APRIL CALENDAR 2021 *Due to the uncertainty of COVID, please double check that the event you’re interested in has not been canceled or rescheduled prior to leaving your house.

CREATING COMMUNITY THROUGH QUILTS & ART When: Apr. 01 - May 15, 2021 Where: Lake Wales Museum & Cultural Center, 325 S Scenic Hwy, Lake Wales cityoflakewales.com/774/Exhibits The Lake Wales History Museum will display its permanent collection of historical and modern quilts and artwork. The act of making quilts, displaying them in the museum, and showcasing local places of Lake Wales in artwork was a traditional way the Lake Wales History Museum connected with the community. Open Wed-Sat, 10 am -5 pm. 863-678-4182 BOOK BABIES (AGES 18MO - 2YRS) When: Apr. 01, 2021 | 10-10:30 a.m.

Where: Bartow Public Library

2150 S Broadway Ave, Bartow Weather permitting, we will be meeting in the amphitheater in Mosaic Park, across the street from the library. We will be social distancing, and all adults must wear masks.

Please bring lawn chairs or blankets for you and your child to sit on.

TOULOUSE-LAUTREC & THE BELLE EPOQUE When: Apr. 01 - May 23, 2021 Where: Polk Museum of Art

800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org A master painter, printer, and illustrator, Toulouse-Lautrec saw no line between fine and commercial art. In his pictures of the

Belle Epoque, Toulouse-Lautrec created the timeless scenes of France’s cabarets, concert halls, and theaters. Schedule your visit online. 863-688-7743

provide a safe & loving home for children in your community? To register, you must complete the following steps:1. Call (863)-519-8900 x 2892. Complete a short interview over the phone to determine eligibility for the program.3. Watch our Foster Care Info Session video: https:// youtu.be/Bn65oEI416M

QUARANTINED CREATIVES: A PANDEMIC ART RETROSPECTIVE EXHIBIT When: Apr. 01 - May 21, 2021 Where: Lake Wales Arts Center

1099 SR 60 E, Lake Wales lakewalesartscouncil.org An exhibit featuring unique artwork created during the initial lockdown of 2020 (March - June 2020). 863-676-8426.

Open Monday - Friday, 10am - 3 pm.

DANIEL PEPIN LIVE ACOUSTIC @ SWAN BREWING When: Apr. 01, 2021 | 6-9 p.m.

Where: Swan Brewing

2972 Lakeland Heights, Lakeland danielpepinmusic.com A full night of Spanish Classical guitar versions of everything from The Beatles to Muse! Delicious food from Breezy Bistro!

AFTER HOURS AT THE MUSEUM When: Apr. 01, 2021 | 3-8 p.m.

Where: Polk Museum of Art

800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org During the evening, Dr. H. Alexander Rich, Executive Director and Chief Curator, will host a Curator Tour at 6 pm, providing in-depth art-historical and curatorial insight into one of our current exhibitions.

To ensure the health and safety of all of our visitors and staff, we ask that visitors register in advance.

THURSDAY TRIVIA When: Apr. 01, 2021 | 7-9 p.m.

Where: Craft + Kitchen

3234 S Florida Ave, Lakeland Weekly live trivia event hosted by Triviosity Live Events. Prizes to the Top 3 teams.

DANIEL PEPIN SOLO ACOUSTIC AT THE TWISTED PROP When: Apr. 02, 2021 | 6:30-10 p.m.

Where: The Twisted Prop Bar and Grille

615 7th street SW, Winter Haven danielpepinmusic.com A full night of Spanish Classical guitar versions of everything from The Beatles to Muse!

LAKELANDPAL MOBILE OUTREACH When: Apr. 01, 2021 | 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Where: Dobbins Park

514 Ariana Street, Lakeland The Police Athletic League is continuing with their new mobile outreach efforts.The PAL Officers will be on-site with snacks and setting up games to connect with kids and share some opportunities going on with PAL. All ages are welcome and it’s completely FREE.

LUBECK DUO When: Apr. 02, 2021 | 7 p.m.

Where: Swan Brewing

115 W Pine St., Lakeland Enjoy the Lubeck duo at 7 PM and fill up on Salt & Fire Food Lab specialties all day, starting at 3 PM.

VIRTUAL FOSTER CARE CLASSES (WEEKNIGHTS) When: Apr. 01, 2021 | 6-8 p.m. heartlandforchildren.org Are you interested in learning what it takes to become a foster caregiver and

WINTER HAVEN FARMERS MARKET When: Apr. 03, 2021 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: NE corner of Third St. & Ave. C SW, Winter Haven

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EASTER EGG HUNT When: Apr. 03, 2021 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Central Florida’s Visitor Information Center, 101 Adventure Ct., Davenport Kid-friendly activities, giveaways and egg hunts beginning at the top of each hour (children will be separated into three age groups for each of the four sessions). There will be chances to win LEGOLAND® Florida Resort and Bok Tower Gardens tickets and vendors will be on hand with local goods and treats for sale. Safety measures will be in place to promote social distancing and proper hygiene, and face coverings are encouraged. For more information, call (863) 420-2586.

EASTER EGG HUNT When: Apr. 03, 2021 | 9-11 a.m.

Where: Lewis Mathews Sports Complex, 400 Palm Street, Davenport mydavenport.org Age divided egg hunts & giveaways! For more info call 863-419-3300 ext 138.

NATURE ADVENTURERS: CARING FOR NATURE When: Apr. 03, 2021 | 10-11 a.m.

Where: Bok Tower Gardens

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winterhavenfarmersmarket.com The Market features a wide variety of farmers, unusual food trucks, artisan food vendors, plants, and a sprinkling of crafts. Enjoy a strong selection of “ready-to-eat” foods and freshly picked produce. Located across from Grove Roots in the parking lot of the BB&T Bank building every Saturday. More info on FB@winterhavenfarmersmarket.

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Learn the stories behind the work and talk “art” with ease as we bring people and art together.For your safety, space is limited, register in advance. All ages welcome.

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SATURDAY SHENANIGANS: QUARANTINED CREATIVES When: Apr. 03, 2021 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Where: Lake Wales Arts Center

1099 SR 60 E, Lake Wales lakewalesartscouncil.org Come out to experience the artwork of our Quarantined Creatives artists family-style with doughnuts, coffee, board games, and children’s crafts. 863-676-8426

SHAWN RAHN & FRIENDS (FULL BAND) When: Apr. 03, 2021 | 2-5 p.m.

Where: Swan Brewing,

115 W Pine St., Lakeland Shawn’s putting together a band for this afternoon show, and you won’t be disappointed! Smokin’ Chanchos is bringing the food all day starting at noon!

HOMEMADE HEALTHY NICE CREAM When: Apr. 03, 2021 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. & 2 p.m.

Where: Bok Tower Gardens

1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Join Brittney Kieffer in the outdoor kitchen for an introduction to a plant-based lifestyle. In this workshop, you will sample and learn how to make cashew milk and “nice cream” with only whole plant-based ingredients. $5 members/$20 for Nonmembers. Reserve tickets in advance.

863-734-1222 OAK HILL CEMETERY TOUR When: Apr. 03, 2021 | 11 a.m.

Where: Polk County History Center

100 E Main St, Bartow polk-county.net/history-center/ education Learn about historic Oak Hill Cemetery and those interred here. The tour starts at the History Center with a short one-mile walk that includes historic landmarks along the route. The cemetery ground is uneven and visitors are advised to wear appropriate footwear.

CRYSTAL BOWL SOUND BATH When: Apr. 03, 2021 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Where: Inside Out Yoga

52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven ioyogastudio.com Join Cosmic Sound Healer, Buffy La Roux as she facilitates a high vibratory journey of Sound through time and space. During this deeply meditative and transformative experience, Buffy guides us inward through a sound bath of deeply shifting vocal toning, singing, frequencies and quartz crystal singing bowls. Register in advance.

863-224-2311 DOCENT-LED TOUR When: Apr. 03, 2021 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Where: Polk Museum of Art

800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org havenmagazines.com

BAPTISTE POWER YOGA When: Apr. 04, 2021 | 10-11:15 a.m.

Where: Inside Out Yoga

52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven ioyogastudio.com Baptiste Power Yoga is an alignment based power vinyasa flow. We will incorporate the 5 pillars and 3 themes of Baptiste yoga into each class. We’ll move through a series of balancing and strength building poses, back-bends and core work and inversions.

Register in advance. 863-224-2311 GROUP PAST LIFE REGRESSION WORKSHOP When: Apr. 04, 2021 | 5-7 p.m.

Where: Inside Out Yoga

52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven ioyogastudio.com Through the use of simple visualization techniques participants often gain new understanding and knowledge about their emotional, mental, physical or spiritual self while in this guided state. The methods used are modified from QHHT(Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique) and based on the revolutionary work of Delores Cannon. Register in advance. 863-2242311

CYPRESS GARDENS WATER SKI SHOW When: Apr. 03, 2021 | 5 p.m.

Where: MLK Jr. Park, 199 E Lake Silver Dr. NE, Winter Haven A FREE family-friendly ski show!

Concessions available for purchase. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on. On the 1st and 3rd Saturdays inApril.

EASTER When: Apr. 04, 2021 VIRTUAL EVENT: 95TH ANNUAL EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE When: Apr. 04, 2021 | 7 a.m. boktowergardens.org You can join the 95th Annual Easter Sunrise Service with two viewing options.

Watch via Facebook Live or online.The service is also being recorded and uploaded later to the Bok Tower Gardens YouTube channel.Rev. Chad Reynolds, Reverend of the First Presbyterian Church of Lake Wales, will present the message. Geert D’hollander will perform sacred hymns and uplifting music before and after the Easter message. 863-676-1408

WATERCOLOR FOR USE IN ILLUSTRATION AND DESIGN When: Apr. 05, 2021 | 6-8 p.m.

Where: Lake Wales Arts Center

1099 SR 60 E, Lake Wales lakewalesartscouncil.org Students will learn the basics of watercolor and its uses as a viable medium in design.

Layout, color theory, materials, leading up to eventual production of their own final illustration using the techniques overviewed in this course. Course participants will be required to provide their own materials for this course. Participants may choose to take this course either in-person or watch a livestream of the course. Ages 15 and up. Limited to 12 participants, register in advance.Taught by Ron Bell.

SPRING BLOOM BRUNCH IN A BAG When: Apr. 04, 2021 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Bok Tower Gardens

1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org $15, plus tax, per person. Members receive 10% discount. General admission for non-members required and not included in the brunch price.The number of brunch packages is limited and may sell out.

Advance purchase guarantees you will receive the package. All brunch items are packaged “to go” and purchasers may enjoy their meal on the Blue Palmetto Cafe terrace or anywhere in the Gardens.Add on a mimosa at the Blue Palmetto Cafe register for $6. 863-676-1408

KUNDALINI- SHAMANIC FUSION When: Apr. 06, 2021 | 6:30-8 p.m.

Where: Inside Out Yoga

52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven ioyogastudio.com Class size is limited. Reserve your space early. It’s sure to sell out.This class combines kundalini, qi gong, gentle vinyasa, energy medicine technologies, and a strong shamanic influence. Awaken your own abilities to shed, grow, mature, and transition. The class is suitable for all and all are welcome. 863-224-2311

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STORY TIME (AGES 3-5) When: Apr. 07, 2021 | 10-10:45 a.m.

Where: Bartow Public Library, 2150 S Broadway Ave, Bartow Weather permitting, we will be meeting in the amphitheater in Mosaic Park across the street from the library. We will be social distancing, and all adults must wear masks.

Please bring lawn chairs or blankets for you and your child to sit on.

HOMESCHOOL POTTERY When: Apr. 07, 2021 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Where: Lake Wales Arts Center

1099 SR 60 E, Lake Wales lakewalesartscouncil.org In-person Workshop. Ages 6 and up.

Limited to 12 participants. Learn a variety of techniques for working with ceramics clay including slab work, coil work, carving, texturizing, and glazing your projects as we work together to create flower pots, decorative hearts, animals, and trinket boxes. Required supplies will be provided by the Lake Wales Arts Council. Taught by Hiroshi, register in advance.

INTRODUCTION TO JAPANESE FINE ARTS When: Apr. 07, 2021 | 6-8 p.m.

Where: Lake Wales Arts Center

1099 SR 60 E, Lake Wales lakewalesartscouncil.org Participants may choose to take this course either in-person or watch a livestream of the course. Ages 18 and up. Limited to 12 participants. Each week of this course will dive into a traditional Japanese Fine Art and examine how that Fine Art has been modernized in Japanese and American cultures. Part art history, part theory, and part practical workshop. Taught by Hiroshi, register in advance.

BOOK BABIES (AGES 18MO - 2YRS) When: Apr. 08, 2021 | 10-10:30 a.m.

Where: Bartow Public Library, 2150 S Broadway Ave, Bartow Weather permitting, we will be meeting in the amphitheater in Mosaic Park, across the street from the library. We will be social distancing, and all adults must wear masks.

Please bring lawn chairs or blankets for you and your child to sit on.

LAKELANDPAL MOBILE OUTREACH When: Apr. 08, 2021 | 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Where: Christ Memorial Baptist Church

2929 Hardin-Combee Rd, Lakeland PAL Officers will be on-site with snacks and setting up games to connect with kids and share some opportunities going on with PAL. All ages are welcome and it’s completely FREE.

THURSDAY TRIVIA When: Apr. 08, 2021 | 7-9 p.m.

Where: Craft + Kitchen

3234 S Florida Ave, Lakeland Weekly live trivia event hosted by Triviosity Live Events. Prizes to the Top 3 teams.

IN-PERSON: POINT OF VIEW GALLERY TALK When: Apr. 09, 2021 | 12-1 p.m.

Where: Polk Museum of Art

800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Join us the second Friday of each month for an in-depth discussion on a current Museum exhibition. Space is limited, register in advance. 863-688-7743 GARY MULE DEER: COMEDY & COUNTRY When: Apr. 09, 2021 | 7 p.m.

Where: Bok Tower Gardens

1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Gary Mule Deer’s comedy and music have set him apart as one-of-a-kind. He has performed on nearly every major concert stage in the country and made over 360 television appearances,.The concert is a coproduction of Lake Wales Arts Council and Bok Tower Gardens. $36 members*, $40

exhibitions in a fun, entertaining and accessible manner through hands-on learning. Cost: Members, Free. NonMembers, $5. Pre-registration required.

non-members, and $48 day of the concert.

863-676-1408 *LWAC members contact the arts council for code to receive discount.

DANIEL PEPIN SOLO @ THE PINK PIANO When: Apr. 09, 2021 | 8:30-11:30 p.m.

Where: The Pink Piano

1015 S Florida Ave, Lakeland danielpepinmusic.com A night of music from The Beatles to Muse! $5

ZOOM & VROOM When: Apr. 10, 2021 | 11 a.m. polk-county.net/history-center/zoomand-vroom Due North: Exploring Davenport, Dundee, Loughman and Haines City.

Zoom & Vroom is a virtual program that provides registrants with the tools to create immersive learning experiences for the entire family. Zoom sessions are held at 11am on the 2nd Saturday of each month, additional materials can be picked up at the Polk County History Center Tuesday — Saturday between 9am and 5pm.

WINTER HAVEN FARMERS MARKET When: Apr. 10, 2021 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: NE corner of Third St. & Ave. C SW, Winter Haven winterhavenfarmersmarket.com The Market features a wide variety of farmers, unusual food trucks, artisan food vendors, plants, and a sprinkling of crafts.

Enjoy a strong selection of “ready-to-eat” foods and freshly picked produce. Located across from Grove Roots in the parking lot of the BB&T Bank building every Saturday.

DOCENT-LED TOUR When: Apr. 10, 2021 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Where: Polk Museum of Art

800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Learn the stories behind the work and talk “art” with ease as we bring people and art together. For your safety, space is limited, register in advance. All ages welcome.

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VIRTUAL ARTLAB When: Apr. 10, 2021 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

PolkMuseumofArt.org/ArtLab You and students of all ages will be introduced to one of the Museum’s

TEMPEH WITH BEANS FROM THE PANTRY When: Apr. 10, 2021 | 1-3 p.m.

Where: Bok Tower Gardens

1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org If you struggle with digesting beans, this class is for you. Learn the basics of making and storing your own raw fermented tempeh at home. You will be equipped with knowledge from the class, a set of tempeh making instructions, plus spores to get you started at home. $20 members/$35 for Non-members. 863-676-1408. Register in advance.

VIRTUAL EVENT: THE FLORIDA GARDEN: GROWING FOR HEALTH When: Apr. 10, 2021 | 2-3 p.m. boktowergardens.org Learn about the reasons gardening is good for your health and introduce a few, easy to grow healthy foods. Free for Members/$10 for Non-members. Requires reservation for members and purchase for non-members.

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SPRING BLOOM BRUNCH IN A BAG When: Apr. 11, 2021 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Bok Tower Gardens

1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org $15, plus tax, per person. Members receive 10% discount. General admission for non-members required and not included in the brunch price.The number of brunch packages is limited and may sell out.

Advance purchase guarantees you will receive the package. All brunch items are packaged “to go” and purchasers may enjoy their meal on the Blue Palmetto Cafe terrace or anywhere in the Gardens. 863676-1408 SUN ‘N FUN AEROSPACE EXPO When: Apr. 13 - 18, 2021 | 8 a.m.

Where: Sun ‘n Fun

4175 Medulla Rd., Lakeland lysnf.org/ The SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo is Florida’s largest annual convention of any kind, and the 2nd largest air show in the world. Join over 225,000 aviation enthusiast for 6 exciting days of cutting edge technology exhibits, forums, workshops, career fairs, and of course our world-famous breathtaking aerial displays by some of the best airshow performers in the business. Purchase tickets online.

STORY TIME (AGES 3-5) When: Apr. 14, 2021 | 10-10:45 a.m.

Where: Bartow Public Library, 2150 S Broadway Ave, Bartow Weather permitting, we will be meeting in the amphitheater in Mosaic Park across the street from the library. We will be social distancing, and all adults must wear masks.

Please bring lawn chairs or blankets for you and your child to sit on.

NEIGHBORHOOD STORY TIME When: Apr. 15, 2021 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Where: Medulla Resource Center

1049 Parker Rd., Lakeland Neighborhood Story Time is a new program from Polk County Parks & Recreation designed to promote family literacy, among families with pre-school age children up to 6-years old. At each event, an engaging costumed character will read stories from a beloved children’s book. Hands-on activities will follow the readings and snacks will be provided to celebrate the theme of each children’s book. For more information, please call the Medulla Resource Center at (863) 647-4035. April 15- Chicka Chicka Boom Boom.

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CREATING YOUR GARDEN COLOR PALETTE WITH PERENNIALS When: Apr. 16, 2021 | 10:15-11 a.m.

Where: Polk Museum of Art

800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org An in-person, socially-distanced seminar in partnership with UF/IFAS Extension Polk County. Learn to care and select 10 popping perennials for the perfect colorful palette creating your own gardening masterpiece. Register in advance. 863688-7743

BOOK BABIES (AGES 18MO - 2YRS) When: Apr. 15, 2021 | 10-10:30 a.m.

Where: Bartow Public Library, 2150 S Broadway Ave, Bartow Weather permitting, we will be meeting in the amphitheater in Mosaic Park, across the street from the library. We will be social distancing, and all adults must wear masks.

Please bring lawn chairs or blankets for you and your child to sit on.

LAKELANDPAL MOBILE OUTREACH When: Apr. 15, 2021 | 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Where: Seventh Street Park, 1500 West Seventh St., Lakeland Police Athletic League is continuing with their new mobile outreach efforts. PAL Officers will be on-site with snacks and setting up games to connect with kids and share some opportunities going on with PAL. All ages are welcome and it’s completely FREE.

SWAN BREWING 3YR ANNIVERSARY: ROGER BARTLETT BAND When: Apr. 16, 2021 | 7-10 p.m.

Where: Swan Brewing

115 W Pine St., Lakeland.

Your favorite Coral Reefer Mr. Roger Bartlett returns to the Swan to help kick off the 3 Year Anniversary Weekend! Put on your flip flops and your favorite tropical attire, this is not a show to be missed! Salt & Fire Food Lab will be on hand all day!

3RD THURSDAY MARKET When: Apr. 15, 2021 | 4-7 p.m.

Where: Downtown Lake Wales The Market will feature a variety of produce, artisan food vendors, plants, a pinch of crafts and a mind blowing food truck. Located in downtown Lake Wales in the parking lot on Stuart Avenue and Scenic Highway. Just look for the bright “orange” mural. Every month on the 3rd Thursday. Presented by Lake Wales Main Street. More info on Facebook @ LakeWales3rdthursdaymarket

THE SAVANNAH SIPPING SOCIETY When: Apr. 16 - 25, 2021 Where: Lakeland Community Theatre

121 S Lake Avenue, Lakeland lakelandcommunitytheatre.com In this laugh-a-minute comedy, four unique Southern women, all needing to escape the sameness of their day-to-day routines, are drawn together by an impromptu happy hour — reclaiming the enthusiasm for life they’ve lost through the years. Purchase tickets in advance. 863-603-7529

THURSDAY TRIVIA When: Apr. 15, 2021 | 7-9 p.m.

Where: Craft + Kitchen

3234 S Florida Ave, Lakeland Weekly live trivia event hosted by Triviosity Live Events. Prizes to the Top 3 teams.

SUN ‘N RUN 5K When: Apr. 17, 2021 | 7 a.m.

Where: Sun ‘n Fun

4175 Medulla Rd., Lakeland The race will begin on the Terminal Ramp as the start line is flanked by the U.S. Navy Blue Angels. During the run, you will be able to witness the launching of over twenty (20) hot air balloons as the course winds its way down Runway 5/23, Taxiway A, and across various other connecting taxiways and ramps to the finish line. Register at www.athlinks.com/event/lakeland-airportsun-n-run-5k-308359

NEIL SIMON’S BAREFOOT IN THE PARK When: Apr. 15 - May 02, 2021 Where: Theatre Winter Haven, 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd., Winter Haven. theatrewinterhaven.com Newlyweds Corie and Paul Bratter are over the moon to begin their life together in their new apartment in Manhattan. It may be small and a six-flight climb, the heating may be busted and snow may be falling through the skylight, but nothing can quash their newlywed bliss. The young couple must learn how to accept and embrace their differences as they learn that marriage is no easy walk in the park. 863294-7469

WINTER HAVEN FARMERS MARKET When: Apr. 17, 2021 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: NE corner of Third St. & Ave. C SW, Winter Haven winterhavenfarmersmarket.com The Market features a wide variety of farmers, unusual food trucks, artisan food vendors, plants, and a sprinkling of crafts.

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foods and freshly picked produce. Located across from Grove Roots in the parking lot of the BB&T Bank building every Saturday.

HEART CENTERED YOGA AND MINDFUL MEDITATION When: Apr. 17, 2021 | 9-10:15 a.m.

Where: Bok Tower Gardens

1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org The class format includes a slow, heartFULL yoga practice with time for relaxation, reflection, and gentle movements followed by a calming and nurturing meditation. All levels are welcome and encouraged to take this opportunity to be present and peaceful even in these uncertain times. Free for members/$15 for Non-members. 863-6761408. Register in advance.

DOCENT-LED TOUR When: Apr. 17, 2021 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Where: Polk Museum of Art

800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Learn the stories behind the work and talk “art” with ease as we bring people and art together. For your safety, space is limited, register in advance. All ages welcome.

863-688-7743 THE GOLDEN TICKET - TALES OF THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY When: Apr. 17, 2021 | 2 p.m.

Where: Polk Theatre

139 S Florida Avenue, Lakeland floridadancetheatre.org/golden-ticket. html 2:00pm Matinee & 7:30pm Evening PerformancesFlorida Dance Theatre returns to the chocolate factory with some jazzy hip hop dance moves. Purchase tickets in advance.

CYPRESS GARDENS WATER SKI SHOW When: Apr. 17, 2021 | 5 p.m.

Where: MLK Jr. Park, 199 E Lake Silver Dr. NE, Winter Haven A FREE family-friendly ski show!

Concessions available for purchase. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on.

SWAN BREWING 3YR ANNIVERSARY: RICK GRAHAM BAND When: Apr. 17, 2021 | 7 p.m.

Where: Swan Brewing

115 W Pine St., Lakeland Continue celebrating Swan Brewing’s 3rd Anniversary weekend w/ the Rick Graham Band. Salt & Fire Food Lab is on hand all day beginning at noon.

THE MUSIC OF TOBY KEITH When: Apr. 18, 2021 | 5-6:30 p.m.

Where: Chain O’ Lakes Stadium

500 Cletus Allen Drive,

Winter Haven centralfloridatix.com Mike Sugg is the most accurate and popular Toby Keith Tribute artist in the U.S.A. His resemblance and voice continue to convince crowds that he is the real deal.

Mike’s tribute to the music of Toby Keith brings out all the fun and emotion that fans have come to expect from one of the greatest Country Music Artists of our time.

GALLERY TALK When: Apr. 20, 2021 | 11 a.m.

Where: Lake Wales Arts Center

1099 SR 60 E, Lake Wales lakewalesartscouncil.org Quarantined Creatives: A Pandemic Art Retrospective Exhibit with a Gallery Talk featuring Amanda McCallister. 863-6768426 STORY TIME (AGES 3-5) When: Apr. 21, 2021 | 10-10:45 a.m.

Where: Bartow Public Library, 2150 S Broadway Ave, Bartow Weather permitting, we will be meeting in the amphitheater in Mosaic Park across

the street from the library. We will be social distancing, and all adults must wear masks.

Please bring lawn chairs or blankets for you and your child to sit on.

and 5k races start and finish in downtown Lakeland. The course will follow the historic streets of Lakeland as you navigate the scenic lakes. Register online.

MOONLIGHT MARKET When: Apr. 21, 2021 | 6 p.m.

Where: Grove Roots Brewing Co.

302 3rd St. SW, Winter Haven The Moonlight Market is comprised of vendors from all over Central Florida, local food trucks, and and live music.

Vendor tables will be spaced throughout the brewery and beer garden for social distancing.

BOOK BABIES (AGES 18MO - 2YRS) When: Apr. 22, 2021 | 10-10:30 a.m.

Where: Bartow Public Library, 2150 S Broadway Ave, Bartow Weather permitting, we will be meeting in the amphitheater in Mosaic Park, across the street from the library. We will be social distancing, and all adults must wear masks.

Please bring lawn chairs or blankets for you and your child to sit on.

EARTH DAY When: Apr. 22, 2021

THURSDAY TRIVIA When: Apr. 22, 2021 | 7-9 p.m.

Where: Craft + Kitchen,

3234 S Florida Ave, Lakeland Weekly live trivia event hosted by Triviosity Live Events. Prizes to the Top 3 teams.

LAKELAND REGIONAL HEALTH HOLLIS CANCER CENTER PROMISE RUN When: Apr. 22, 2021 runsignup.com/Race/FL/Lakeland/ PromiseRun The Promise Run will take place from April 22-25. All funds raised go toward the Hollis Cancer Center. Runners and walkers of all ages can participate any time from April 22-25, 2021. If you would like to complete the traditional Promise Run course, our 10k

GRILLS GONE WILD When: Apr. 23, 2021 | 5-9 p.m.

Where: Market Square

110 West Bay St., Davenport mydavenport.org Presented by the city of Davenport, sanctioned by the Florida BBQ Assoc.

REVEREND BARRY & THE FUNK GROOVE THAT MAKES YO’ BOOTY MOVE When: Apr. 23, 2021 | 7 p.m.

Where: Bok Tower Gardens

1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org An evening of funk, R&B, and soul, this concert is a co-production of Lake Wales Arts Council and Bok Tower Gardens.

Reverend Barry & The Funk are an 8-pc funk band featuring a 3-pc horn section, and one of the fastest-rising “buzzworthy” acts in the state of Florida. $36 members, $40 non-members, and $48 day of the concert. LWAC members contact the arts council for code to receive discount.

Purchase tickets in advance.

863-676-1408 THE MUSIC OF AEROSMITH When: Apr. 23, 2021 | 8 p.m.

Where: Chain O’ Lakes Stadium

500 Cletus Allen Drive

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of the many hit songs and classics of Aerosmith. They cover all the great songs from nearly a half-century of America’s Greatest Rock and Roll Band with a concert-style, FAMILY friendly high-energy representation of a live Aerosmith concert event.

WINTER HAVEN FARMERS MARKET When: Apr. 24, 2021 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: NE corner of Third St. & Ave. C SW, Winter Haven winterhavenfarmersmarket.com The Market features a wide variety of farmers, unusual food trucks, artisan food vendors, plants, and a sprinkling of crafts.

Enjoy a strong selection of “ready-to-eat” foods and freshly picked produce. Located across from Grove Roots in the parking lot of the BB&T Bank building on the NE corner of Third St. and Ave C SW in downtown Winter Haven every Saturday.

HEARTMATH.. THE RESILIENCE ADVANTAGE PROGRAM When: Apr. 24, 2021 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: Bok Tower Gardens

1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Are you looking for ways to increase your energy, the ability to self-regulate your emotions, tools for better communication

and access to a more peaceful perspective on life? If your answer is YES, this is the program for you. $125 members /$140 for Non-members. 863-734-1222. Register in advance.

KAYAK ECOTOUR: LAKE ELBERT When: Apr. 24, 2021 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

The City of Winter Haven’s Natural Resources Division is hosting a series of kayak ecotours on various lakes in our town. These tours will be short (within 3 hours) but information-packed trips where residents and visitors to our town can get out for a fun morning on the lakes & learn about lake health, wildlife, plant life, and other general lake ecology in the process!

Register on eventbrite. Lake Elbert Public Boat Launch.W Lk Elbert Dr, Winter Haven.

MOBILE FOOD PANTRY When: Apr. 24, 2021 | 9-10:30 a.m.

Where: Jewett School of Arts

2250 8th Ave NE, Winter Haven Are you in need of food? This mobile pantry is sponsored by the Junior League of Greater Winter Haven in partnership with Feeding Tampa Bay and Polk County Public Schools. This is a drive-thru pantry, stay in your car and they will place preboxed food in the trunk.

GRILLS GONE WILD When: Apr. 24, 2021 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Where: Market Square

110 West Bay St., Davenport mydavenport.org Presented by the city of Davenport, sanctioned by the Florida BBQ Assoc. The Bay Street Classic Car Show is April 24th from 9am-3pm.

There will be a PAL Food Truck, Law Enforcement equipment and displays to learn about the department, and plenty of activities for the kids. All proceeds will go to the Lakeland Police Athletic League.

Admission: $5 donation for adults/ Kids freeGates open at 11AM; kick-off is at 1PM. COVID Screening at the gate. Guests are encouraged to wear masks.

VINYASA BREAKDOWN WORKSHOP When: Apr. 24, 2021 | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Where: Inside Out Yoga

52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven ioyogastudio.com Learn the poses most commonly offered in Vinyasa flow classes and how to practice them safely, including proper alignment and safety cues, modifications and variations, and breathwork (pranayama) to enhance your practice. This workshop will empower both new students and longpracticing yogis to feel confident. Register in advance. 863-224-2311

DOCENT-LED TOUR When: Apr. 24, 2021 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Where: Polk Museum of Art

800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Learn the stories behind the work and talk “art” with ease as we bring people and art together.For your safety, space is limited, register in advance. All ages welcome.

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FLAG FOOTBALL: LPD VS. PCSO When: Apr. 24, 2021 | 11 a.m.

Where: Bryant Stadium

1125 N Florida Ave, Lakeland Come out and enjoy a day of flag football as LPD and PCSO go head-to-head!

DANIEL PEPIN LIVE SOLO ACOUSTIC @ CRAFT + KITCHEN. When: Apr. 24, 2021 | 7-10 p.m.

Where: 3234 South Florida ave, Lakeland danielpepinmusic.com A full night of Spanish Classical guitar versions of everything from The Beatles to Muse!

An annual rite of passage, Spring Bloom presented by AdventHealth is the most colorful time of the year as thousands of azaleas, camellias, and annuals signal a new season. The festival celebrates the majesty of Mother Nature, now through April 30.

CENTERSTATE BANK CONCERTS UNDER THE STARS A partnership of the Lake Wales Arts Council and Bok Tower Gardens, enjoy amazing music, starlit nights, and the beautiful setting for a truly unique concert experience.

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SPRING BLOOM BRUNCH IN A BAG When: Apr. 25, 2021 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Bok Tower Gardens

1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org The number of brunch packages are limited and may sell out. Advance purchase guarantees you will receive the package.

All brunch items are packaged “to go” and purchasers may enjoy their meal on the Blue Palmetto Cafe terrace or anywhere in the Gardens. 863-676-1408 YOGA FOR ATHLETES WORKSHOP When: Apr. 25, 2021 | 1-2:30 p.m.

Where: Inside Out Yoga

52 4th St. NW, Winter Haven ioyogastudio.com Come recover from a week of training with a workshop geared toward very active individuals and athletes! Regardless of primary sport, athletes will benefit from this class through immediate recovery, plus taking tools with them to enhance their performance both in and out of competition. Register in advance. 863224-2311 THE MUSIC OF BILLY JOEL When: Apr. 25, 2021 | 5 p.m.

Where: Chain O’ Lakes Stadium

500 Cletus Allen Drive,

Winter Haven

centralfloridatix.com Tampa-based Streetlife Serenader is a fantastic Billy Joel Show! Versatile performer Jonathan leads this amazing group dedicated to the music and legacy of Billy Joel. It’s a band that harkens back to the 70s era when Billy Joel was winning Grammy Awards and dominating the charts.

elect fellow Democrats. Contact: Anne Huffman, Club President (863-242-3230) and annehuffman01@gmail.com STORY TIME (AGES 3-5) When: Apr. 28, 2021 | 10-10:45 a.m.

Where: Bartow Public Library, 2150 S Broadway Ave, Bartow Weather permitting, we will be meeting in the amphitheater in Mosaic Park across the street from the library. We will be social distancing, and all adults must wear masks.

Please bring lawn chairs or blankets for you and your child to sit on.

LAKELAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HONORS When: Apr. 27, 2021 | 5:30-8:15 p.m.

Where: RP Funding Center

701 Lime Street, Lakeland business.lakelandchamber.com The Lakeland Chamber of Commerce HONORS Presented by Suncoast Credit Union is the premier event of Chamber.

We will recognize Chamber Investors for their accomplishments, review our Annual highlights and pass the gavel to new leadership. Purchase tickets in advance.

REPUBLICAN WOMEN’S CLUB OF LAKELAND When: Apr. 28, 2021 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Grasslands Golf & Country Club, 1600 Grasslands Blvd., Lakeland Make Reservations: - Noel Trees — 863680-1340. We are a friendly group of Republican Women of all ages who enjoy sharing political views and meeting our candidates as they present their platforms to us at our luncheon meeting. We volunteer for a variety of events, voting registration of new residents of Lakeland, as well as promoting college students to get involved in the political environment. We welcome visitors and are always seeking new members to join us. For additional

DEMOCRATIC WOMEN’S CLUB OF EAST POLK/RIDGE When: Apr. 27, 2021 | 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Where: The R-Place Eatery

35523 Hwy 27 , Haines City All Democratic women are welcome to join the club, where we discuss shared political views and volunteer for activities that help

May 22, 7 PM to 10 PM

will Rock for Paws at the Polk Theatre in Lakeland to benefit homeless cats and dogs at SPCA Florida.

From Journey to Jonas Brothers, Motley Crue to Maroon 5, Van Halen to Greta Van Fleet, The Cars to The Weeknd.

Multiple dance floors, great food, cash bar, and amazing raffle!

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info, contact Jane Stevenson, Treasurer, stevenjane11365@aol.com BOOK BABIES (AGES 18MO - 2YRS) When: Apr. 29, 2021 | 10-10:30 a.m.

Where: Bartow Public Library, 2150 S Broadway Ave, Bartow Weather permitting, we will be meeting in the amphitheater in Mosaic Park, across the street from the library. We will be social distancing, and all adults must wear masks.

Please bring lawn chairs or blankets for you and your child to sit on.

LAKELANDPAL MOBILE OUTREACH When: Apr. 29, 2021 | 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Where: Webster Park, 1235 North Webster Avenue, Lakeland Police Athletic League, the PAL Officers will be on-site with snacks and setting up games to connect with kids and share some opportunities going on with PAL. All ages are welcome and it’s completely FREE. THURSDAY TRIVIA When: Apr. 29, 2021 | 7-9 p.m.

Where: Craft + Kitchen

3234 S Florida Ave, Lakeland Weekly live trivia event hosted by Triviosity Live Events. Prizes to the Top 3 teams.

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2203 VICTORIA DR...........................DAVENPORT........... 2/11/2021......... $385,000 2389 CAMDEN PARK AVE.................DAVENPORT........... 2/11/2021..........$335,900 2396 CAMDEN PARK AVE.................DAVENPORT........... 2/11/2021..........$435,300 329 ORCHID DR................................DAVENPORT........... 2/11/2021.......... $195,500 345 LA MIRAGE ST............................DAVENPORT........... 2/11/2021...........$167,000 357 TOLDEDO RD.............................DAVENPORT........... 2/11/2021..........$269,900 3643 CALABRIA AVE........................DAVENPORT........... 2/11/2021..........$140,000 4408 ACORN CT..............................DAVENPORT........... 2/11/2021......... $350,000 467 ORANGE COSMOS BLVD...........DAVENPORT........... 2/11/2021......... $380,000 538 TERRA LAGO ST.........................DAVENPORT........... 2/11/2021........... $177,000 5745 SAGUNTO DR...........................DAVENPORT........... 2/11/2021..........$276,900 1223 WASHINGTON PALM LOOP......DAVENPORT.......... 2/12/2021.......... $175,000 135 BLUE CYPRESS DR......................DAVENPORT.......... 2/12/2021......... $260,900 2045 SHERBROOK AVE....................DAVENPORT.......... 2/12/2021..........$555,000 2392 CAMDEN PARK AVE.................DAVENPORT.......... 2/12/2021..........$362,500 4345 ACORN CT...............................DAVENPORT.......... 2/12/2021.......... $484,100 443 HAVERSHAM WAY.....................DAVENPORT.......... 2/12/2021..........$220,900 443 JACKS WAY................................DAVENPORT.......... 2/12/2021.......... $272,500 4767 TERRASONESTA DR.................DAVENPORT.......... 2/12/2021.......... $310,000 5153 OAKBOURNE AVE.....................DAVENPORT.......... 2/12/2021..........$393,500 5721 SAGUNTO DR............................DAVENPORT.......... 2/12/2021......... $304,400 317 MOSCATO DR.............................DAVENPORT.......... 2/13/2021......... $300,000 741 BRUNELLO DR............................DAVENPORT.......... 2/15/2021..........$265,000 845 CENTER CREST BLVD................DAVENPORT.......... 2/15/2021............ $67,500 1024 ANDEAN LN..............................DAVENPORT.......... 2/16/2021.......... $310,000 107 JULLIARD BLVD..........................DAVENPORT.......... 2/16/2021......... $342,000 215 LAKESHORE DR..........................DAVENPORT.......... 2/16/2021..........$190,000 236 CHRIS CT...................................DAVENPORT.......... 2/16/2021.......... $195,000 40230 HWY 27..................................DAVENPORT.......... 2/16/2021...... $3,500,000 612 VISTA VILLAGES BLVD................DAVENPORT.......... 2/16/2021.......... $272,700 1029 ORANGE COSMOS BLVD..........DAVENPORT...........2/17/2021......... $290,000 1095 CYPRESS FOX BLVD..................DAVENPORT...........2/17/2021......... $342,000 149 ARIA WAY...................................DAVENPORT...........2/17/2021.......... $257,000 213 FIDDLEWOOD CT.......................DAVENPORT...........2/17/2021......... $234,000 2149 VICTORIA DR...........................DAVENPORT...........2/17/2021..........$335,000 324 LA MIRAGE ST............................DAVENPORT...........2/17/2021.......... $135,000 386 CITRUS ISLE LOOP....................DAVENPORT...........2/17/2021..........$292,600 408 SAPPHIRE DR............................DAVENPORT...........2/17/2021.......... $321,000 1014 GRAN BAHAMA BLVD...............DAVENPORT.......... 2/18/2021.......... $102,000 2433 ST GEORGE DR........................DAVENPORT.......... 2/18/2021........... $70,000 3809 MARBELLA WAY......................DAVENPORT.......... 2/18/2021...........$257,900 4935 VELLACITO WAY......................DAVENPORT.......... 2/18/2021......... $280,400 633 GREYMOUNT ST........................DAVENPORT.......... 2/18/2021..........$286,700 137 NAZHA DR..................................DAVENPORT.......... 2/19/2021......... $293,000 140 CLOVERBROOK TRL..................DAVENPORT..........2/20/2021.......... $287,500 509 SAMUEL ST................................DAVENPORT..........2/23/2021..........$209,300

635 TORTUGAS ST.......................... HAINES CITY........... 2/11/2021..........$265,900 889 LISA LN..................................... HAINES CITY........... 2/11/2021.......... $315,000 105 CANTERBURY DR...................... HAINES CITY.......... 2/12/2021.......... $218,000 2718 PATTERSON RD....................... HAINES CITY.......... 2/12/2021...........$118,000 548 TORTUGAS ST.......................... HAINES CITY.......... 2/12/2021......... $248,000 1016 LAKE MARION RD.................... HAINES CITY.......... 2/16/2021..........$100,000 23 PINE FOREST LN.......................... HAINES CITY.......... 2/16/2021..........$374,000 2366 PAULETTE DR......................... HAINES CITY.......... 2/16/2021..........$223,000 642 TORTUGAS ST.......................... HAINES CITY.......... 2/16/2021......... $288,000 48 BUCK CIR................................... HAINES CITY...........2/17/2021.......... $125,000 758 LAFAYETTE LN.......................... HAINES CITY...........2/17/2021...........$251,000 414 VICTORIA DR............................ HAINES CITY.......... 2/18/2021........... $95,000 301 PENNSYLVANIA ST.................... HAINES CITY..........2/20/2021..........$180,000

LAKE WALES 1115 VONCILE ST................................LAKE WALES........... 2/8/2021......... $236,000 328 BOB CAT LN...............................LAKE WALES........... 2/8/2021.......... $128,000 1587 CYPRESS LAKE RD....................LAKE WALES........... 2/9/2021.......... $247,000 214 HORSESHOE BND.......................LAKE WALES........... 2/9/2021............ $71,000 223 C ST............................................LAKE WALES........... 2/9/2021........... $60,000 403 LONGHORN DR.........................LAKE WALES........... 2/9/2021........... $95,000 568 WATERWAY DR..........................LAKE WALES........... 2/9/2021.......... $125,000 6714 ROCKY POINT RD....................LAKE WALES........... 2/9/2021.......... $152,000 3700 VALENCIA DR..........................LAKE WALES.......... 2/10/2021..........$233,000 400 LONGHORN DR........................LAKE WALES.......... 2/10/2021........... $80,000 4057 DUNMORE DR.........................LAKE WALES.......... 2/10/2021......... $260,000 426 LONGHORN DR.........................LAKE WALES.......... 2/10/2021........... $80,000 4463 DINNER LAKE BLVD.................LAKE WALES.......... 2/10/2021......... $206,000 647 N 7TH ST....................................LAKE WALES.......... 2/10/2021..........$188,000 905 STRATHMORE PL......................LAKE WALES.......... 2/10/2021........... $119,000 209 HORSESHOE BND......................LAKE WALES........... 2/11/2021............$73,000 6361 ELMWOOD AVE........................LAKE WALES........... 2/11/2021........... $82,000 142 EDGEWOOD BLVD.....................LAKE WALES.......... 2/12/2021............ $67,000 190 LONGHORN DR..........................LAKE WALES.......... 2/12/2021........... $63,000 2011 HWY 60.....................................LAKE WALES.......... 2/12/2021..........$100,000 32 W APPALOOSA TRL.....................LAKE WALES.......... 2/12/2021........... $60,000 323 SUMMIT AVE..............................LAKE WALES.......... 2/12/2021......... $220,000 833 BRENTWOOD DR......................LAKE WALES.......... 2/12/2021........... $150,100 403 LAKE SUZANNE DR...................LAKE WALES.......... 2/15/2021.......... $179,600 16 QUEEN OF WATERS ST.................LAKE WALES.......... 2/16/2021...........$118,000 242 STALLION LN..............................LAKE WALES.......... 2/16/2021............$82,900 337 DEER CT.....................................LAKE WALES.......... 2/16/2021........... $115,000 4236 NANDINA ST............................LAKE WALES.......... 2/16/2021.......... $149,900 5130 ABC RD LOT 49.........................LAKE WALES.......... 2/16/2021.............$71,500 4075 TRALEE DR..............................LAKE WALES.......... 2/18/2021......... $245,000 1011 SUSAN DR..................................LAKE WALES.......... 2/19/2021.......... $199,900 3724 PINE CIR...................................LAKE WALES.......... 2/19/2021......... $249,000 7096 TAMARIND DR.........................LAKE WALES.......... 2/19/2021............$82,500 932 HART ST.....................................LAKE WALES.......... 2/19/2021............$87,000

HAINES CITY 107 RICHMAR AVE........................... HAINES CITY........... 2/8/2021.......... $170,900 441 ANDREA CIR.............................. HAINES CITY........... 2/8/2021..........$282,200 456 ANDREA CIR............................. HAINES CITY........... 2/8/2021............ $311,100 528 EASTLAKE DR........................... HAINES CITY........... 2/8/2021.......... $185,000 856 TETON ST................................. HAINES CITY........... 2/9/2021........... $251,700 941 TENNIS WAY 3181....................... HAINES CITY........... 2/9/2021........... $65,000 1080 ZION DR.................................. HAINES CITY.......... 2/10/2021...........$241,300 418 WATTS DAIRY RD...................... HAINES CITY.......... 2/10/2021........... $65,000 460 ANDREA CIR............................. HAINES CITY.......... 2/10/2021.......... $272,600 712 LANGSTON AVE......................... HAINES CITY.......... 2/10/2021...........$116,000 162 HENRY STEVENS DR.................. HAINES CITY........... 2/11/2021......... $250,000 2790 KOKOMO LOOP...................... HAINES CITY........... 2/11/2021.......... $277,000 3201 FAIRMONT PL.......................... HAINES CITY........... 2/11/2021......... $245,000

LAKELAND 115 OAK RUN DR................................. LAKELAND........... 2/8/2021..........$275,000 1906 CASCO ST.................................. LAKELAND........... 2/8/2021........... $80,000 2340 HAMLET CIR.............................. LAKELAND........... 2/8/2021..........$226,000 3718 DOVEHOLLOW DR..................... LAKELAND........... 2/8/2021..........$275,000 416 BOGER BLVD................................ LAKELAND........... 2/8/2021.......... $175,000 421 ELLERBE WAY............................... LAKELAND........... 2/8/2021..........$180,000 5006 RIDGEFIELD LN......................... LAKELAND........... 2/8/2021........... $64,000 5126 DELPHI WOODS CT.................... LAKELAND........... 2/8/2021........... $114,900 5711 SPRING LAKE DR......................... LAKELAND........... 2/8/2021......... $390,000 - CONTINUED ON PAGE 54 53

5743 KEATON SPRINGS DR................. LAKELAND........... 2/8/2021...........$239,100 5856 ARLINGTON RIVER DR.............. LAKELAND........... 2/8/2021..........$235,800 5935 SHINGLE CREEK RD................... LAKELAND........... 2/8/2021......... $248,800 6439 SEDGEFORD DR........................ LAKELAND........... 2/8/2021.......... $212,000 6443 SEDGEFORD DR........................ LAKELAND........... 2/8/2021..........$188,000 1960 HARVEST LANDING CIR............. LAKELAND........... 2/9/2021..........$255,400 1965 HARVEST LANDING CIR............. LAKELAND........... 2/9/2021...........$237,500 208 ARIANA ST................................... LAKELAND........... 2/9/2021........... $197,500 3735 VERNA CT.................................. LAKELAND........... 2/9/2021......... $250,000 4805 HIGHLANDS PLACE DR............. LAKELAND........... 2/9/2021..........$295,000 5462 KEATON SPRINGS DR................ LAKELAND........... 2/9/2021...........$282,100 6347 EGRET DR.................................. LAKELAND........... 2/9/2021...........$174,500 639 PONDEROSA DR.......................... LAKELAND........... 2/9/2021............ $137,100 6411 DORCHESTER RD........................ LAKELAND........... 2/9/2021..........$233,000 720 GARDEN ST.................................. LAKELAND........... 2/9/2021..........$333,000 8009 GRAND PINES BLVD.................. LAKELAND........... 2/9/2021...........$197,000 1121 ANDERSON AVE........................... LAKELAND.......... 2/10/2021.......... $165,000 1212 EDGEWATER DR.......................... LAKELAND.......... 2/10/2021.......... $216,000 3415 MOUNT TABOR RD.................... LAKELAND.......... 2/10/2021.......... $387,500 3425 LORI LN...................................... LAKELAND.......... 2/10/2021......... $202,000 3545 BOWDENS RD............................ LAKELAND.......... 2/10/2021......... $455,400 3601 DALE ST...................................... LAKELAND.......... 2/10/2021..........$225,000 4575 HANCOCK LAKE RD................... LAKELAND.......... 2/10/2021.......... $991,200 5633 ARLINGTON RIVER DR............... LAKELAND.......... 2/10/2021..........$278,000 6161 MOUNTAIN LAKE DR.................. LAKELAND.......... 2/10/2021.......... $215,000 6510 BRISTOL OAKS DR...................... LAKELAND.......... 2/10/2021......... $365,000 6897 DEWITT DR................................ LAKELAND.......... 2/10/2021..........$629,900 7103 DAVIN ST.................................... LAKELAND.......... 2/10/2021........... $197,500 814 JEFFERSON AVE............................ LAKELAND.......... 2/10/2021...........$219,900 8272 LAKE JAMES DR.......................... LAKELAND.......... 2/10/2021......... $220,000 1133 BRUNNELL PKWY........................ LAKELAND........... 2/11/2021........... $137,500 1305 COMBEE RD............................... LAKELAND........... 2/11/2021............$75,000 1325 COMBEE RD................................ LAKELAND........... 2/11/2021............$75,000 2012 HARVEST LANDING CIR............. LAKELAND........... 2/11/2021..........$246,500 2021 HARVEST LANDING CIR............. LAKELAND........... 2/11/2021......... $238,000 2256 EASTMEADOWS CT................... LAKELAND........... 2/11/2021......... $242,000 402 LENOX ST.................................... LAKELAND........... 2/11/2021........... $90,000 434 SKYLINE DR................................. LAKELAND........... 2/11/2021............$55,000 5130 ISLAND VIEW CIR....................... LAKELAND........... 2/11/2021..........$140,000 5313 MONTSERRAT DR....................... LAKELAND........... 2/11/2021.......... $241,000 5722 MANCHESTER DR...................... LAKELAND........... 2/11/2021......... $220,000 5792 ARLINGTON RIVER DR............... LAKELAND........... 2/11/2021.......... $254,700 5801 ARLINGTON RIVER DR............... LAKELAND........... 2/11/2021.......... $245,700 5928 HILLTOP LN................................ LAKELAND........... 2/11/2021.......... $138,000 605 HOLLINGSWORTH RD................. LAKELAND........... 2/11/2021..........$229,000

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HAVEN.......... 2/12/2021..........$295,000 1940 8TH ST................................WINTER HAVEN.......... 2/12/2021......... $230,000 21 GREENFIELD CT.......................WINTER HAVEN.......... 2/12/2021.......... $196,000 2109 LAKERIDGE DR....................WINTER HAVEN.......... 2/12/2021......... $499,000 216 NASSAU RD...........................WINTER HAVEN.......... 2/12/2021..........$335,000 2500 21ST ST APT 70....................WINTER HAVEN.......... 2/12/2021........... $115,000 2920 DAYTON DR........................WINTER HAVEN.......... 2/12/2021..........$225,000 34 WILSON RD.............................WINTER HAVEN.......... 2/12/2021.......... $130,000 423 8TH ST..................................WINTER HAVEN.......... 2/12/2021.......... $195,000 820 VIENNA DR...........................WINTER HAVEN.......... 2/12/2021...........$254,100 916 VIENNA DR............................WINTER HAVEN.......... 2/12/2021.......... $246,100 1146 SAWGRASS 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C............................WINTER HAVEN...........2/17/2021............$95,900 2345 TWIN LAKE VIEW RD..........WINTER HAVEN...........2/17/2021.......... $105,400 3004 COUNTRY CLUB CIR..........WINTER HAVEN...........2/17/2021.......... $253,500 3545 US HIGHWAY 17..................WINTER HAVEN...........2/17/2021......... $550,000 542 EAGLE LANDING BLVD..........WINTER HAVEN...........2/17/2021.......... $189,500 1806 LAKE HOWARD DR.............WINTER HAVEN.......... 2/18/2021..........$749,000 2657 21ST ST................................WINTER HAVEN.......... 2/18/2021......... $205,000 332 RUBY LAKE LOOP.................WINTER HAVEN.......... 2/18/2021..........$329,300 412 MCKENNA DR........................WINTER HAVEN.......... 2/18/2021.......... $268,100 934 DEMING DR..........................WINTER HAVEN.......... 2/18/2021.......... $175,000 2029 NW LEISURE DR..................WINTER HAVEN.......... 2/19/2021.......... $189,900 214 6TH ST...................................WINTER HAVEN.......... 2/19/2021.......... $173,000 241 RUBY LAKE LN.......................WINTER HAVEN.......... 2/19/2021..........$349,500 502 NE 15TH CT...........................WINTER HAVEN.......... 2/19/2021........... $197,500 206 5TH ST JPV............................WINTER HAVEN..........2/22/2021........... $92,400

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