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For over 95 years, we’ve cared for generations of Polk County families, keeping them healthy and happy. Being a Top 100 Hospital just means we’ll keep right on doing it. Learn more: BartowRegional.com

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“This contest isn’t about me, I have a nephew with verbal apraxia...”

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I am humbled and pleased to announce I am running for Mr. Central Florida 2021. This is an annual contest and event that raises money for the Central Florida Hearing and Speech Center, a nonprofit organization that provides world-class specialized speech and hearing treatments for people of all ages, regardless of the patient’s ability to pay.

This contest isn’t about me, I have a nephew with verbal apraxia and wholeheartedly understand how a compassionate hearing and speech team can vastly improve the quality of life for a child and their family.

Please help show your support with a donation of any amount by visiting the link below or by scanning the QR code. Every dollar donated counts as a vote and goes directly to the Central Florida Hearing and Speech Center. I look forward to helping them raise funds and community awareness in any way I can and hope to see your votes and support for this amazing cause.

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Every dollar matters and WILL change lives... $25 - provides one-year of hearing aid batteries for a patient $60 - provides speech therapy for child with autism $120 - provides cognitive therapy for a stroke patient $240 - provides a program to teach someone how to hear again

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Letter From the Editor

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ON THE COVER: Jack Marie, Taylor Zaudtke & Jess Day at Skate World in Lakeland Hello!

Thousands of votes were cast by YOU, our readers and supporters, thank you! We’ve tallied the votes and we’re happy to announce the 2021 Best Of LKLD Winners!

Congratulations to all of the businesses that won!

I want to give a HUGE thank you to Chanel Bellotto! Chanel is the third-generation owner of Skate World in Lakeland and allowed us to come in and use the very cool rink for photos.

Thank you Chanel! If these photos don’t make you want to put on your quads, then I don’t know what will. Skate World was amazing, I just might have my birthday party there...

I want to give another HUGE thank you to our models Jack Marie, Taylor Zaudtke, and Jess Day! Thank you for spending hours at the rink with us. You three are not only gorgeous on the outside but so beautiful on the inside and it shows in the photos. Thank you so much for working with us. I have to also thank Angela Rosado, Tara Crutchfield, and Ella Sexson for helping with the photoshoot. They helped to style poses and lugged lights around, thank you!

In July of this year, our magazine was awarded four Charlie Awards from the Florida Magazine Association. Tara Crutchfield won two awards for Best Writing (3rd year in a row), the staff won for Best Special Issue which was our April Fool’s edition and I won for Best Social Media. We now have a collection of 12 Charlie Awards and I couldn’t be more proud of our staff. Thank you to everyone who supports us by purchasing advertising, picking us up to read, or telling a friend about the magazine, we appreciate it!

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

Thank you for voting for me for Best Veterinarian!

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SEPTEMBER 2021 VOLUME 4 ISSUE 11 Publisher Chris Sexson chris@destroyermedia.com Ad Director Christine Campbell christine@destroyermedia.com Editor & Photographer Amy Sexson amy@destroyermedia.com Managing Editor & Writer Tara Crutchfield tara@destroyermedia.com Art & Production Manager Steven Maynard steven@destroyermedia.com Social Media Coordinator Angela Rosado angela@destroyermedia.com Account Representative Jessica Parker jessica@destroyermedia.com Graphic Designer Ella Sexson ella@destroyermedia.com Contributing Writer Barry Friedman LKLD HAVEN is published twelve times a year by Destroyer Media & Marketing.

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POLK REACTS AS A NEW COVID SPIKE DWARFS PREVIOUS ONES

HOSPITAL COPES BY GETTING CREATIVE ABOUT RESOURCES

ROUND HERE: EMERGING EATERIES FEATURE DONUTS, BISCUITS, BAGELS

NEW RESTAURANTS BRING FLAVORS OF MEXICO AND LOUISIANA

ELECTION SEASON: FOUR CITY OFFICIALS FACE OPPOSITION

There’s no way to sugarcoat it. The delta variant of COVID-19 drove the fourth spike in Polk County that dwarfs the previous three. Polk has now exceeded 100,000 infections while setting records for new infections and testing positivity for four weeks in a row. In response, the state of Florida has opened up a large testing site at the RP Funding Center and a center for monoclonal antibody treatment at Lakes Church. For links to register, go to lkldnow.com/covid19.

Lakeland Regional Health has had to get creative about finding space and staff to treat a rapidly rising number of COVID-19 patients. The number of patients testing positive for the virus has exceeded 400 on some days, more than double the previous high.

On Aug. 23, half of the hospital’s licensed beds held patients who tested positive for the virus. As a result, the hospital has temporarily postponed elective surgeries; also the county fire chief is asking residents to reserve 911 calls for true emergencies.

Lakeland is getting several new eateries specializing in round bakery treats. In the donut arena, a shiny, new Krispy Kreme on U.S. 98 North has replaced the now-closed location on South Florida Avenue. In Dixieland, Biscuits and Benedicts is moving forward with plans to open for breakfast and lunch by November.

Bagel lovers are looking forward to next spring’s target date for Mary’s Bagels coming to North Florida Avenue a few blocks north of Memorial Boulevard.

Two new restaurants are bringing more tastes of Mexico and Louisiana to Lakeland. A pair of sisters converted a former sandwich shop on Lakeland Hills Boulevard into Sweet Cup Cafe, whose Mexican breakfasts, lunches, and pastries are generating a lot of positive buzz on Facebook.

Farther north, Baton Rouge-based Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux has opened in a new building where Toys ‘R Us once stood. Fan favorites include fried gator and Krispy Kreme bread pudding, its co-owner said.

Lakeland city elections come up in November. We won’t know the final candidates until the middle of September, but as of this issue’s deadline, there will be four races on the ballot, and each one involves an incumbent and a challenger. Mayor Bill Mutz faces Saga Stevin, a health products entrepreneur. At-large Commissioner Stephanie Madden faces Jarvis Washington, who leads Black Lives Matter Restoration Polk. Southwest Commissioner Sara Roberts McCarley faces community activist Allyson Lewis. And the race for the Southeast District City Commission seat reprises this spring’s contest between now-incumbent Mike Musick and educator Shandale Terrell.

‘ROAD DIET’ UPDATE MIXED OPTIMISM WITH COLD, HARD FACTS

CENSUS: LATINOS MAKE UP A QUARTER OF POLK’S POPULATION

NEW SEASON BRINGS NEW/OLD NAME TO LOCAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

SPLIT DECISION: POLK APPROVES HOUSES, REJECTS APARTMENTS

CITY OFFICIALS STILL PONDERING BODY CAMS FOR POLICE

There are few issues in Lakeland more contentious than the South Florida Avenue lane reduction test in Dixieland. A recent update on the project by the Florida Department of Transportation gave ammo to both supporters and detractors.

Fans probably appreciated FDOT’s optimism that safety will improve as drivers become acclimated to the changes. Detractors will note that even though monthly accidents have come down since the start of the oneyear test, numbers were still higher at the five-month mark than the average number of accidents for the five years immediately preceding the test.

The U.S. Census has started releasing local data from the 2020 count, and there’s a lot to unpack for Lakeland and Polk County. One finding: People identifying as Hispanic or Latino now constitute 25.9% of the county’s population, up from 17.7% 10 years earlier. Some other Polk demographic shifts from 2010 to 2020: Blacks went from 14.8% of the population to 14.6%. Those claiming two or more races or ethnicities went from 2.4% to 12.9%. Consequently, those claiming white only went from 75.2% to 60.6%.

What was once new becomes new again. A group of local musicians dedicated to performing classical music formed in 1965 and called themselves the Lakeland Symphony Orchestra. They grew and 22 years later became the Imperial Symphony Orchestra, based on a now-abandoned motto for Polk County. This year, the organization’s board of directors voted to return to the original name as the symphony diversifies its programming. “Most orchestras are named after the city where they’re located. Lakeland Symphony Orchestra just makes more sense,” board member Greg Sales says.

Polk County commissioners recently made two very different decisions on land-use issues that both faced major opposition from neighbors.

Commissioners unanimously approved rezoning land at the Imperial Lakes Golf Course for 188 homes.

At the same meeting, they voted 4-1 to reject a request involving 200+ apartments that front U.S. 98 North just south of Marcum Road and back up to single-family residences, saying apartments are incompatible with the nearby houses.

There’s little time left for Lakeland city commissioners to decide whether to buy body cameras for police officers in the coming year. Commissioners are scheduled to adopt a 2021-22 budget later this month after holding public hearings on spending and taxes on Sept. 9 and 23. Commissioners have fluctuated on whether to buy the cameras. At a recent meeting, they debated whether to keep the property tax rate at the same level as this year or to reduce it slightly; either decision will result in more revenue because of growth in the tax roll.

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Coming Summer 2022…the All-New Florida Children’s Museum!

Explorations V Children’s Museum will become Florida Children’s Museum when we relocate to Bonnet Springs Park, next Summer 2022. Something for the whole family will be spread across two floors and 47,800 square feet of hands-on exploration! Visit us online and follow us on social media to stay up-to-date with the latest news.

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LAKELAND TOP 10 FIRST FRIDAY: DOG DAYS

POWER IN PINK!

AFTER HOURS

POWer in Pink is BACK! The virtual 26.2 mile, month-long marathon challenge will be September 1-30. Help local, Central Florida breast cancer patients, and their families, pack a POWerful PUNCH to situational poverty, stemming from a breast cancer diagnosis! Run/walk, bike, swim, or skate/rollerblade to complete the marathon; register at bcfcf.org/power-in-pink.

Sept. 2, 3-8pm. The Polk Museum of Art will stay open late on the first Thursday of each month. During the evening, Dr. H. Alexander Rich, Executive Director and Chief Curator will host a Curator Tour at 6 pm, providing in-depth art-historical and curatorial insight into one of the current exhibitions.

Registration is not required but appreciated.

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Sept. 3, 6-9pm in Downtown Lakeland. Bring your leashed and well-behaved pets, and celebrate the beginning of Labor Day Weekend. Meet local businesses and community groups, see dog agility demonstrations in Munn Park by John K9, LLC and his team.

Enter your own talented pup into an amateur dog agility contest!

Pre-registration is required for contest, visit DowntownLKLD.com.

HANDS ON A HARDBODY

5TH ANNUAL FALLEN HEROES MEMORIAL 5K

FALL HAUS MRKT

CANNED TUNA CONCERTS

POLK PRIDE 2021

LAKELAND PUNK ROCK FLEA

Sept. 17, 5:30-9pm at Haus 820.

Come shop your favorite local vendors and pick up beautiful handmade items from the curated collection of makers. Enjoy cocktails from Cob & Pen at the bar, and stop by the courtyard to grab a bite to eat at one of the food trucks. This event is familyfriendly, so bring your kids for a night out!

Sept. 17, 6-8pm This is a new live music series that will take place quarterly in Munn Park. Local favorite Dan Signor will start the series. Those attending are invited to bring a can of tuna or another non-perishable food item to benefit Volunteers in Service to the Elderly (VISTE). lakelandgov.net

Sept. 25 - Oct. 2 at various locations around Polk County.

Pride Week Kickoff is at The Lakeland Parrot. This event is 21+ as it is a bar venue. There is also a Lakeland Youth Alliance event, and a Pride in Faith event. End the week with Pride in the Park for music, entertainment, food, local vendors, and community resources. Bring the whole family to the heart of Lakeland to celebrate Pride! polkpridefl.com

Sept. 26, noon-6pm at Swan Brewing. Live music with some of the best punk bands across central Florida including Lakeland’s own BULLY FOR YOU and THE KUTOFFS. Shop from 30+ vendors specializing in counterculture collectibles, vinyl, clothing, hand made art and other oddities. Family-friendly with hands on activities for all ages.

Food trucks & Swan Brewing beer complete this fun day out.

Sept. 11 at 7am. This 5K will honor and commemorate the lives lost on September 11, 2001 along with the law enforcement officers who lost their lives this past year.

Join to honor the lives lost and celebrate the service of the many first responders who serve today.

Start Line at Lakeland YMCA. Full details can be found at lakelandpolicefoundation.com.

Sept. 3-19 at Lakeland Community Theatre. Musical based on the real-life “Hands on a Hard Body Contest,” chronicled in the 1997 documentary, this all-American musical tells the story of a smalltown Texas endurance contest, where the contestant who keeps their hands on a truck the longest, gets to keep the truck. Rated M. lakelandcommunitytheatre.com

VIDIYO MUSIC FEST Sep. 4-6 at LEGOLAND. Super fun interactive games, prize competitions, sing-alongs, and creative pop-ups, it’s a full-on music festival of fun for the whole family. International superstar DJ L.L.A.M.A will be appearing live and rocking out to his hit tune “Shake.” Reserve tickets in advance at legoland.com/florida.

*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. havenmagazines.com

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ORLANDO TOP 10 ORLANDO’S MAGICAL DINING

DISNEY ON ICE

Throughout September at participating restaurants. Enjoy a three-course, prix-fixe menu for only $37 per person. It is strongly encouraged that reservations be made in advance. Participating restaurants are prioritizing your safety with enhanced health and sanitization measures. Visit magicaldining.com for a list of restaurants.

Sept. 3-5 at the Amway Center.

Disney on Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party featuring Minnie, Donald, Goofy, and stars from Moana, Coco, Frozen, Toy Story, Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, and The Little Mermaid. This show is filled with world-class skating, high-flying acrobatics, and unexpected stunts!

Purchase tickets in advance at Amwaycenter.com.

BATTLE OF THE BANDS 5K

TACOS & TEQUILA

Sept. 18, 7:30am at Lake Concord Park in Casselberry. Music reigns supreme at the 2nd race of the Track Shack Running Series featuring local bands dueling it out at every mile. High energy and live music, runners and walkers love this course. Virtual option available. Register in advance at trackshack.com/event/234.

Sept. 18, 1-3pm at the Cheyenne Saloon. Sample and vote on your favorite tacos among competing food trucks, taco shops, and restaurants! There will also be tequila samplings, plenty of Pacifico, and live entertainment, included in your ticket price.

VIP experience is available for additional charge. Must purchase tickets in advance at orlandoweeklytickets.com.

HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS Sept. 3 - Oct. 31 at Universal Orlando. Now in its 30th year, with haunted houses, sinister scare zones, live entertainment, and Jack the Clown will be back, lunging from the shadows where you least expect. Warning: the event may be too intense and is not recommended for children under the age of 13. Purchase tickets in advance at Universalorlando.com.

GLOBAL PEACE FILM FESTIVAL Starting on the International Day of Peace, Tuesday, Sept. 21, running through Sunday, Sept.

26, a selection of feature and short films will be presented in person at locations in Winter Park and Orlando. These films highlight themes such as civil rights, environmental justice, ethics, human rights, immigration, LGBTQ+, and more. Purchase tickets in advance at peacefilmfest.org.

UNCORKED

SUSHI 101

Sept. 14, 7-9pm at Harriett’s Orlando Ballet Centre. See Orlando Ballet’s dancers perform up-close-and-personal. Experience Artistic Director Robert Hill and a few Orlando Ballet dancers choreograph right in front of you.

VIP experience is available for an additional charge. 407-418-9828 Register at orlandoballet.org.

Sept. 16, 6pm at Publix Aprons Cooking School at Winter Park Village. Learn the basics of making perfectly seasoned sushi rice, forming sushi rolls & Nigiri using all the classic sushi ingredients like nori, wasabi, sushi rice, and pickled ginger. This is a hands-on cooking class, register in advance at Publix.com.

THE BOOK OF MERMAN

HAPPILY EVER AFTER

Sept. 24-Oct. 17 at the Winter Park Playhouse. This is the Florida premiere of this new musical comedy that takes a hilarious look at a seemingly fated encounter between Ethel Merman and two young Mormon missionaries who arrive at her door. Must purchase tickets in advance at winterparkplayhouse.org.

Your last chance to see the Happily Ever After Fireworks Show at Magic Kingdom is Sept. 29. This fireworks extravaganza uses lights, lasers, and special effects, plus a score featuring contemporary versions of beloved Disney songs.

Must reserve tickets in advance disneyworld.disney.go.com.

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TAMPA TOP 10 BAY CRAFTED PASS Use the Bay Crafted Pass to check-in at Tampa Bay breweries and unlock prizes along the way.

Pull up your saved pass when you get to the brewery or distillery and click “Check-In.” Pick up your prize at the Unlock Tampa Bay Visitors Center. This is mobile-exclusive, instantly delivered via text and email with no apps to download. visittampabay.com/baycrafted/ pass/

CANOE ESCAPE Escape to nature on a 2-hour to full day, downstream, quiet-water, paddling adventure through a 16,000-acre wildlife preserve.

From the thousands of white ibis in the fall, the sightings of deer, wild hog, and turkey in the winter, the Hillsborough River brings a new surprise and adventure around each bend. Schedule in advance canoeescape.com.

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MEET THE BREEDS

Sept. 10 - Oct. 2 by the Carrollwood Players. Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. Sundays at 2 p.m. In a Berlin nightclub, as the 1920’s draw to a close, a garish Master of Ceremonies welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles at the Cabaret. Purchase tickets in advance carrollwoodplayers.org.

Sept. 18 & 19 at the Tampa Convention Center. The American Kennel Club is giving dog lovers a unique opportunity to meet, play with, and learn about more than 100 dog breeds (and cats, too)!

Learn from experts about each breed in attendance. akc.org/ sports/akc-meet-the-breeds/

MINECRAFT MANIA Saturdays, 1pm-3pm, ages 7-12 at Mosi. You’ll get a chance to play on individual, small-team, and fullteam challenges as you work on perfecting your mining strategies or learning some basic coding!

Due to space constraints, parents are not permitted to attend this program. Parents may drop off their participants and return for pick-up. Preregistration is required.

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HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY FAIR Sept. 23 - Oct. 3, various dates at the Hillsborough County Fairgrounds in Dover. The annual county fair is held every fall over an 8 day period. It’s a celebration of community, agriculture, education and exhibits. This year includes a pie eating contest, Harvest Queen Pageant, kids activities, and more for the entire family. hillsboroughcountyfair.com

TAMPA BOAT SHOW

Sept. 4, 9am - 2pm. The USF Botanical Gardens are hosting the Cactus & Succulent Society for their 27th annual Central Florida sale. They will be located under an event tent near the parking lot.

Free admission & free parking.

(813) 974-2329 gardens.usf.edu/

Sept. 10-12 at the Tampa Convention Center. This is Tampa’s largest, longest running boat show with hundreds of boats from all the top brands displayed on and off the water, there’s a boat for every lifestyle and activity.

Every day of the show includes a line up of boater’s education, seminars and family-friendly attractions. Tampaboatshow.com

BLEU COLLECTIVE

ERIC CLAPTON

Sept. 25, 6:30-9pm on the Riverwalk Stage at the Straz Center. Bleu is a collective of artists centered in the Tampa Bay Area known for taking classic RnB, HipHop, Soul, Singer/Songwriter, and Pop sounds and uniting them with the sounds of the new decade. This is a free event part of the Live & Local Series. Strazcenter.org

Sept. 25, 8pm at Amalie Arena.

The legendary Eric Clapton is coming to Tampa with special guest Jimmie Vaughan. Eric Patrick Clapton is the only three-time inductee to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: once as a solo artist and separately as a member of the Yardbirds and of Cream. amaliearena.com

CACTUS & SUCCULENT SOCIETY ANNUAL SALE

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BEST OF LKLD

FOOD & DRINK You voted – we counted!

Every year for our Best Of LKLD issue, we put out a list of categories for our readers to vote on from June through the end of July. At the end of the voting period, the votes are tallied, and winners are announced in the September issue. This issue is important to us for many reasons. Mostly because we love to hear from you! We also hope that our Best Of LKLD issue uplifts local businesses that deserve it. To those businesses – we see you, we appreciate you, keep killin’ it! And finally, Best Of LKLD serves as a community guide. These winners are where your friends, family, and neighbors like to shop, eat, play, and do business. Keep this issue throughout the next year to pick up when looking for a new taco place to try, choosing a real estate agent to sell your home or a pediatrician for your little one. Congratulations to the winners! And thank you to all who voted and continue to support and read LKLD. We think you’re the BEST! 22

Best Pizza

Best Wings

Best Sushi

PALACE PIZZA DOWNTOWN 114 S Kentucky Ave, Lakeland (863) 688-0045 FB @palacepizzadowntown IG @palacepizzadtwn palacepizzadowntown.com Restaurant royalty in Downtown Lakeland, Palace Pizza brings over 25 years of experience to the table. The authentic Italian flavor of their pizzas (by the slice or the pan), calzones, classic pasta, salads, desserts, and more are all thanks to their traditional recipes and only the freshest ingredients. Like Palace Pizza says, “Fresh dough, quality tomatoes, and 100% whole milk mozzarella cheese make our pizza just one of the unforgettable taste adventures.” And holy moly, they have homemade cannolis!

WINNERS CIRCLE SPORTS BAR AND GRILL 4215 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 644-9464 FB @winnerscirclelkld IG @wcsportsbar winnerscirclesportsbar.com Wings are always near the top of the list when you ask Winners Circle regulars what keeps them coming back. This good-time family-owned sports bar started in 2002 and hosts weekly events like trivia, karaoke, poker, corn-hole, beer pong, and the like. The three-time championship title holder of “King of the Wing,” Winners Circle doesn’t mess around when it comes to their wings. Winners Circle Championship Wings are available bone-in (breaded or naked) or boneless (grilled or fried). Mouth watering for some wings? Winners Circle has some 45 flavors to toss them in over the mild, medium, and hot spectrum including classics like BBQ and garlic parmesan, or more unique offerings like PB&J, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Pineapple Habanero, and Zesty Cheddar.

NEW MOON SUSHI 4231 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 647-1212 FB @newmoonsushi IG @newmoonsushi newmoonsushi.com Just roll with it! New Moon Sushi offers a sizable selection of traditional Japanese dishes, sushi and sashimi rolls as well as tempura, teriyaki dishes, and more. Their bites are at the intersection of modern and traditional cuisine – you’re sure to find sushi to scream over. Pair your Kiss of Fire Roll with hot sake or your Lakeland Roll with a signature cocktail or glass of wine.

2nd: J. Burns’ Pizza Shop 3rd: Ava – The Joinery

Best Burger THE CHOP SHOP 118 S Kentucky Ave, Lakeland (863) 603-4040 FB @chopshopburgers IG @chopshopburgers chopshopburgers.com This one-stop-burger-shop serves up American classics and burgers with a twist.

A hot rod-themed hangout since 2006, The Chop Shop is known for their world-famous “Burgers that Rock!” Along with the campy car theme, The Chop Shop gets even campier with their burger names and concepts like the B.A.D. (Breakfast All Day) Burger, Blue Suede, Hawgzilla, and Bunny. Enjoy a cold one with your Bandito Burger from their selection of craft beers on tap by the bottle, wine, and full bar.

2nd: Super Duper Spot – The Joinery 3rd: Burger 21

Best TacoS TACO BUS 126 S Kentucky Ave, Lakeland (863) 816-5407 FB @tacobus863 IG @tacobus863 taco-bus.com Spice up your taco Tuesday by rolling up to the Taco Bus. We’re talking tacos, tostadas, burritos, quesadillas, tortas, papos, bowls, chimichangas, and more! According to them, “Just one bite of a burrito, tostada, or quesadilla, and your taste buds will be singing traditional Mexican folk songs!”

Their Best-Of-winning tacos are made on hard corn, soft corn, or flour tortillas, with a choice of protein and cheese. Their plentiful protein options include grilled chicken, spicy chicken, shredded pork, ground beef, steak, fish, shrimp, vegan ‘steak,’ and more. Treat yourself with tres leches or churros to boot!

2nd: Tapatio’s Mexican Restaurant 3rd: Mega Mercado

2nd: Fancy Q Sushi & Thai 3rd: Tsunami Sushi & Hibachi

Best BBQ Restaurant MOJO FEDERAL SWINE & SPIRITS 130 S Tennessee Ave, Lakeland (863) 937-4226 FB @MOJOFederal IG @mojofederal mojobbq.com MOJO Federal is bringing the smoke again!

The Federal Building is full of sweet heat thanks to MOJO Federal including the likes of Kansas City Burnt Ends, Pulled Pork, and Shrimp and Grits – shut your mouth!

This cathedral of classic barbecue offering smoked meats and scratch sides, also has considerable cocktails, spirits, craft beer, and a whiskey bar to enjoy amidst the exposed brick and lofty ceilings of a historic Lakeland landmark.

2nd: Beef ‘O’ Brady’s 3rd: The WingHouse Bar & Grill

Best Cuban Sandwich ELENA’S CUBAN CAFE 2246 E Edgewood Dr, Lakeland (863) 665-3333 FB: Elena’s Cuban Cafe This Edgewood Drive eatery boasts a madeto-order, fresh-pressed Cuban sandwich Best Of LKLD voters can’t resist. Elena’s has been serving their authentic Cuban fare in town for over 18 years. One customer reviewed in part, “Delicious, authentic Cuban food that makes you want to visit Havana. I love this restaurant and the people that run it. They provide such a nice mom and pop shop atmosphere while serving food that’s to die for. We love this place!”

2nd: Cuban Delights Cafe 3rd: La Imperial Bakery

Best Italian Restaurant SCARPA’S ITALIAN 1833 E Edgewood Dr, Lakeland (863) 937-8940 FB @scarpasitalian IG @scarpasitalian scarpasitalian.com Open only for dinner, Scarpa’s serves yearover-year award-winning Italian fare. The restaurant is family-owned and operated by Glenn, a former chef at Mario’s for twelve years, and Ashley Scarpa. The Scarpa’s opened their restaurant in December of 2013 and serve local Florida seafood and Italian classics. They’ve since added housemade pasta and even had a visit from Chef Emeril Lagassé for his show, Emeril’s Florida in 2016.

Expect food made fresh daily and prepared to order along with an extensive wine list. Be sure to reserve a table for date night at this favorite Lakeland dining destination.

Best Mexican Restaurant TAPATIO’S RESTAURANT MEXICANO 734 E Memorial Blvd, Lakeland (863) 686-6958 FB @Tapatios IG @tapatios_memorial

2nd: Jimbo’s Pit Bar B-Q 3rd: Blue Dog Craft Barbecue

Best Donut Shop

2nd: Abuelo’s Mexican Restaurant 3rd: Mega Mercado

HOLE IN ONE DONUTS Multiple Locations in Central Florida 2076 E Edgewood Dr, Lakeland (863) 665-8385 FB @holeinonelakeland Donuts to die for are par for the course at Hole In One Donuts. Again they claim the number one Best Of LKLD spot for their glazed, sprinkled, cream filled, and powdered sugar goodness. Customers rave about their fair prices, friendly staff, and fresh, fluffy donuts. One reviewer wrote, “The only problem is trying not to eat them all by yourself. Donuts are excellent – apple fritters, even better.”

Best Breakfast Restaurant

Best Sub Sandwich SUBS ‘N SUCH 1008 South Florida Ave, Lakeland (863) 686-9035 4525 South Florida Ave, Lakeland (863) 370-3774 FB @subsnsuchlakeland IG @subsnsuchlakeland subsnsuch.com Deep within the ‘sub’conscious of every

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2nd: Publix 3rd: Jimmy John’s

6645 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 646-2199 FB @Tapatios2 IG @tapatios2 tapatiostogo.com Tapatio’s has two locations to satisfy your Mexican food craving using the freshest meat, produce, and ingredients. Their menu boasts traditional dishes from tacos and burritos to enchiladas, fajitas, and more.

“The Tapatio’s Restaurants take real pride in serving our guests authentic Mexican dishes made with all the finest ‘south of the border’ ingredients,” according to their social media.

Put your Netflix and Chill plans on hold and opt instead for some Guac and Talk at Tapatios, am I right?

2nd: Charlie’s Mini Donuts & Coffee 3rd: The Juice Box Cafe

2nd: Palace Pizza 3rd: Il Forno Italian Restaurant

Lakeland sammie lover, ‘sub’merged just below the surface sits a happy yellow submarine. You know them, you love them, you want some more of them. Subs ‘n Such, family-owned and operated since 1977, is easily recognized by their yellow submarine logo. Whether you’ve got a ham and cheese hankering or a craving for chicken parm, this Lakeland sub spot has you covered with a selection of hot and cold subs, along with soups, salads, hot dogs, specialties, and more. One customer wrote in part, “Love this place. Been a staple in Lakeland since I moved here as a kid. Quality ingredients and unique creations at a fair hometown price.”

FIRST WATCH 4620 Florida Ave S Suite 130, Lakeland (863) 272-7929 4316 US Hwy 98, Lakeland (863) 709-8833 FB @FirstWatch IG @first.watch firstwatch.com First Watch is makin’ the bacon and has plenty of egg-citing bright and early eats.

Your hunger will be toast with First Watch breakfast classics like The Traditional (two fresh cage-free eggs any style with your choice of bacon, smoked ham, chicken sausage patties, turkey or pork sausage links. Served with whole grain artisan toast, all-natural house preserves and fresh, and seasoned potatoes), French toast, and Belgian waffles.

Or opt for something on the healthier side like avocado toast, a power wrap, A.M. Superfood Bowl, or juice from their juice bar.

That sounds like a good morning!

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Best Seafood Restaurant SHELLS SEAFOOD 5125 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 213-4889 FB @shellsoflakeland shellsseafood.com Shells is a beloved Lakeland seafood staple – a real catch! The restaurant chain opened in 1985, “with a simple philosophy of serving great quality seafood in a casual atmosphere!” Fresh or fried, you can’t go wrong with oysters on the half shell, coconut shrimp, baby lobster pasta, crab cakes, king crab, and the like. Shells’ Clam Chowder loaded with clams, potatoes, bacon, and spices is touted as “the best clam chowder you’ll ever eat!” If you’re feeling crabby, Shells will cheer you right up.

2nd: Harry’s Seafood Bar & Grille 3rd: Fish City Grill

Best Thai Restaurant THAI OISHI RESTAURANT 1535 Town Center Dr, Lakeland (863) 333-0657 FB @ThaiOishiRestaurant thaioishirestaurant.com Looking for something spicy to Thai you over? Thai Oishi prides themselves in serving only the freshest and finest ingredients in their Japanese and Thai dishes. Quaint

Best Indian Restaurant

and upscale, this Town Center eatery offers everything from Thai chicken wings and tuna tataki, to a full menu of sushi and sashimi.

One reviewer wrote, “Excellent sushi and Thai dishes. Friendly service. Thai Oishi is a favorite with our family.”

CURRY MANGO 6625 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 940-2275 FB @mycurrymango IG @mycurrymango mycurrymango.com Winner for Best New Restaurant in 2020, Curry Mango has returned this year to solidify their spot on the Best Of LKLD list in a different category. Their menu is vast, brimming with authentic Indian flavors from Mango Chutney Wings to Duck Curry and Chicken Tikka. Bright dishes match that of their modest contemporary digs. Guests appreciate their authenticity, level of service and food, and ambiance. Curry Mango is the perfect place to initiate yourself if you haven’t yet tried Indian cuisine. One review in part reads, “The best Indian food I’ve had In Florida. The flavors were immaculate.”

2nd: Spice Thai & Sushi 3rd: The Rib House

Best Mediterranean Restaurant CAFÉ ZUPPINA 4417 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 644-5144 FB @CafeZuppina IG @cafezuppina cafezuppina.com The food is as pleasing to look at as it is to eat. Chief cooks and owners, Berna and Erkan make everything from scratch and with love. The pair are originally from Turkey and serve Cafe Zuppina customers the same recipes they enjoyed growing up, using fresh fruits and vegetables. Tucked away in the Courtyard Center on South Florida Avenue, this bistro is cozy and compact. No matter what you select off their menu, from the Veggie Platter to Zuppina’s Chicken Limone, expect vivid simplicity and stunning flavors.

2nd: Cafe Roti 3rd: MyIndiKitchen

Best Chinese Restaurant PEKING HOUSE 2411 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 688-9022 FB: Peking House thepekinghouse.com Peking house has all the familiar Chinese favorites from dumplings and Mu-Shu Pork

2nd: Plenty – The Joinery 3rd: Louis Pappas

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to Chicken Chow Mein, and Chinese Donuts.

Their dishes are made to order, prepared with fresh ingredients, and bound to make you soy happy! Common raves about the restaurant include affordability, yummy food, and friendly service. This is the place to stop for stellar Chinese take-out (or dine-in) according to our Best Of LKLD voters.

2nd: Ling’s Buffet 3rd: China Wok

Best Oysters GARY’S OYSTER BAR & SEAFOOD HOUSE 660 E Alfred St, Lake Alfred (863) 956-5055 FB: Garys Oyster Bar garysoysterbar.com Gary’s, “the oldest oyster bar in Polk County,” is a not-so-hidden gem offering a cozy, casual atmosphere and “a true Florida seafood experience.” Their Char-Grilled Parmesan Oysters and the Jalapeño Bacon Oysters compete for guest favorite. Gary’s oysters, steamed or raw, will leave you in half-shell heaven, thinking ‘Why the shuck did I wait so long to try this place?’

2nd: Fish City Grill

Best Ice Cream MAYDAY ICE CREAM 640 E Main St, Lakeland (Inside The Joinery) (863) 529-6708 FB @maydayicecream

IG @maydayicecream maydayicecream.com Come in close, I’ll give you inside scoop – Mayday Ice Cream is THE BEST! Sorry for yelling. Everyone is screaming for this ice cream shop located inside The Joinery.

Mayday prides themselves in dishing out handcrafted ice cream, topped with homemade sprinkles, served in homemade waffle cones (you can smell them when you walk in – holy cow). Enjoy there or grab a pint to go of flavors to melt over like Mint Monster, Cloud 9, Parent Trap, Ice Box Lemon, and Coffee + Donuts.

2nd: Bruster’s Real Ice Cream 3rd: Lakeland Ice Cream Company

Best Food Truck WAFU FB @wafutaiyaki IG @wafutaiyaki linktr.ee/wafu Cute fish logo, cute fish waffle – Wafu was a shoo-in for Best Food Truck. This Lakelandbased culinary concept started in 2020 and serves a Japanese-style waffle called taiyaki.

Wafu taiyaki waffles are made with sweet or savory fillings. For your sweet tooth, the Wafu menu includes Anko, “A Japanese sweet red bean paste freshly made from organic azuki beans. It is a traditional filling used in many Japanese sweets.” Also on the saccharine side are the custard cream, Nutella, and matcha flavors which can be topped with caramel sauce, dark chocolate sauce, pure maple syrup, or powdered sugar. For an adorable fish-shaped savory snack, Wafu offers Bacon

+ Cheddar taiyaki and a Grilled Cheese Toastie taiyaki.

by Chef Marcos Fernandez. Year after year, the restaurant continues to claim multiple spots on our Best Of LKLD list for its fine dining, romantic atmosphere, and wine list. According to their website, “The conceptualized Restaurant is an integration of Modern Spanish style with Latin American and Southern propensities, in a setting unique to Central Florida.” Their award-winning fine dining can be credited to Nineteen61 partnering with local growers for fresh ingredients, a dedicated team, and a “system and culture of excellence with personal accountability.” Chef Marcos Fernandez noted Nineteen61 as the “beginning of a change in Lakeland’s hospitality culture.”

2nd: Jimmy’s Famous Seafood Express 3rd: Salt & Fire Food Lab

Best Diner REECECLIFF FAMILY DINER 940 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 686-6661 IG @reececliff.diner reececliff.com Since 1934, this iconic Lakeland diner has been serving Americana diner fare in a “down-home atmosphere.” Reececliff offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner Southern classics and credits their long-running success in part to a head chef that has been with the diner for over 40 years. Even their pies have been “crafted by the same expert for more than 50 years.”

2nd: Scarpa’s Italian 3rd: Terrace Grille

Best Patio Dining PATIO850 850 S Tennessee Ave, Lakeland (863) 940-2030 FB @Patio850 IG @patio850 patio850.com The brick lined outdoor dining space of Patio850, framed by greenery and dreamy string lights, transports patrons to an Italian piazza. This intimate city hideaway focuses on “food, wine, & fun,” with an emphasis on the former. Their menu is brimming with salads, spreads, shared plates, sandwiches, and meals. For their food (and their award-

2nd: Fat Jack’s Deli & Pub 3rd: Britt’s Cafe

Best Fine Dining NINETEEN61 215 E Main St, Lakeland (863) 688-1961 FB @nineteen61 IG @nineteen61_ nineteen61.com Chic Downtown dining destination, Nineteen61, was opened in the fall of 2015

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winning patio dining space) “Think European meets American meets Southern, with locally sourced produce and ingredients to enhance the flavors and support the community.”

2nd: Red Door Lakeland 3rd: Harry’s Seafood Bar & Grille

Best Waterfront Dining HARBORSIDE 2435 7th St SW, Winter Haven (863) 293-7070 FB @HarborsideFL IG @harborsiderestaurant harborsidefl.com Harborside’s wave-lapping, sunset views of Lake Shipp make for an idyllic respite to enjoy surf and turf and a beachy cocktail.

In a landslide again this year, Best Of LKLD voters singled out Harborside as the premier place for waterfront dining across the county.

It is a top destination by car, boat, even seaplane for fresh seafood, steaks, and other casual bites. Their Chain of Lakes views are unmatched!

2nd: Tantrum’s Lakeside Grill 3rd: Garden Bistro

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Best Bar REVIVAL 119 S Kentucky Ave, Lakeland (863) 606-6090 FB @revivallakeland IG @revivallakeland revivallakeland.com As the name would imply, owner and Head Mixologist, Jeannie Weaver has brought a spirits revival to Downtown Lakeland – and this isn’t her first time on the Best Of LKLD list because of that. Speakeasy vibes abound with a sprawling bookcase, velvet chairs, warm wooden shotgun bar, and of course, bespoke beverages. If I wore a necktie, Revival is the place I’d loosen it and settle in for a few Duck Fat Old Fashioneds after a hard day’s work. Revival said it best, “No gimmicks, no snazz, just the belief that a beverage program can challenge you to enjoy the marriage of some of Earth’s finest pleasures. Fine Spirits & Fine Company.”

2nd: Swan Brewing 3rd: Rec Room

Best Cocktails REVIVAL 119 S Kentucky Ave, Lakeland (863) 606-6090 FB @revivallakeland IG @revivallakeland revivallakeland.com Revival Bar has earned a reputation for mastery of the classics and continued ‘spirited’ innovation. Patrons can sip specialty

100 Lake Morton Dr, Lakeland (863) 500-9500 FB @blackandbrew IG @blackandbrew blackandbrew.com More than a coffeehouse, Black & Brew is a place where “Friendships are forged, romances kindled, and business deals sealed in an environment that was created to facilitate connections and remind us of our humanity.” Started in 2006 by brothers Chris and Michael McArthur, B&B’s flagship location is Downtown overlooking Munn Park with a second spot off Lake Morton at the Lakeland Public Library. They offer a menu of drinks including traditional espresso beverages, coffee, tea, hot (or frozen) chocolate, frappes, and even feature wines and craft beer along with nourishments for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

cocktails, the menu lists a full page of Old Fashioneds, absinthe, Tiki drinks, Spritz, or any of the Revival Classics like a Faux-Spresso Martini, Hibiscus Paloma, Penicillin, or Trinidad Sour. Enjoy the BEST cocktail at the BEST bar in all of the Swan City!

2nd: The Joinery 3rd: MOJO Federal Swine & Spirits

Best Wine Menu NINETEEN61 215 E Main St, Lakeland (863) 688-1961 FB @nineteen61 IG @nineteen61_ nineteen61.com Award-winning fine dining fare, a romantic atmosphere, and a lauded wine list are among the many attributes of this downtown lunch and dinner hot spot. Opened in Fall of 2015 by Chef Marcos Fernandez, Nineteen61 has offerings of reds, whites, blends, sparkling, and dessert wines – a more than modest wine list by the glass and bottle.

Cheers with a glass of Caymus or salud with Scala Dei!

2nd: Concord Coffee 3rd: Hillcrest Coffee

Best Beer List SWAN BREWING 115 W Pine St, Lakeland (863) 703-0472

2nd: Red Door Lakeland 3rd: Scarpa’s Italian

2972 Lakeland Highlands Rd, Lakeland (863) 698-7250 FB @swanbrewingco IG @swanbrewing swanbrewing.com Classic and innovative beers, brewed right in the heart of Lakeland. Swan Brewing’s appreciation for the city and passion for beer can be seen (or rather, tasted) across their

Best Coffeehouse BLACK & BREW COFFEE HOUSE & BISTRO 205 E Main St, Lakeland (863) 682-1210

30 taps, including two dedicated Nitro lines at their flagship Pine Street location and 16 taps at Swan Brewing South. They feature beers with local names like the Straight Outta Lakeland IPA (the Best Of LKLD beer winner this year) and Poke County Pils. Swan has over 40 years of combined brewing experience backing their beers, so grab a cold one and enjoy the relaxed, pet and familyfriendly atmosphere. Cheers!

2nd: Cob & Pen 3rd: Craft + Kitchen

Best Florida Wine KEEL + CURLEY WINERY 5202 Thonotosassa Rd, Plant City (813) 752-9100 FB @keelandcurleyatkeelfarms IG @keelandcurleyatkeelfarms keelfarms.com In the spring of 2003, farmer Joe Keel made 10 gallons of blueberry wine in his farmhouse kitchen. Those 10 gallons were the catalyst for what is now the beloved and awardwinning Keel + Curley Winery. K+C has three signature wines made with 100% blueberries.

Guests love their innovative fusions (a blend of grape wine and fruit juice) like Wild Berry Pinot Noir, Peach Chardonnay, and Key West Key Lime Wine. Keel Farms has a tasting room where you can reserve space to try 1oz. pours of eight different Keel + Curley flavors.

2nd: Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards 3rd: Strong Tower Vineyard & Winery

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Best Polk County Beer STRAIGHT OUTTA LAKELAND IPA - AMERICAN | SWAN BREWING 115 W Pine St, Lakeland (863) 703-0472 2972 Lakeland Highlands Rd, Lakeland (863) 698-7250 FB @swanbrewingco IG @swanbrewing swanbrewing.com An ode to the Swan City, Straight Outta Lakeland is an IPA with 7% ABV and 55 IBU. On Untappd, this Swan Brewing staple is said to be, “Exactly what you would expect in a West Coast Style IPA - crisp, clean with a subtle bite!”

2nd: Tropical Dilemma - Sour | Grove Roots

Brewing Co. 3rd: The Bean - Coconut and Coffee Blonde |

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Best U-Pick Farm SHADY OAK FARM 3320 Shady Oak Dr E, Lakeland (863) 512-1547 FB @shadyoaklakeland IG @shadyoakfarm lakelandberries.com Though blueberry season in Florida is already over (April and May), it’s never too early to start planning next year’s U-pick outing.

There are plenty of pies, cobblers, jam, muffins, and more to be made with Shady

Oak Farm’s 26,000 blueberry plants to pick from. The family-owned and operated farm, in business for over 16 years, boasts five varieties of blueberries: Emerald, Jewels, Gulf Coast, Sharp Blue, and Spring High. Have a picnic by the pond and purchase a blueberry plant of your very own which comes with the mulch they are planted in and detailed plant care instructions.

multiple city chain. Just a couple folks doing our best to make the best chicken we know how. People love it, but not everyone has had it. So it’s almost famous, ya know?”

2nd: Whitehead’s Blueberry Farm 3rd: 5K Farms Organic U-Pick

TERRIE LOBB CATERING 1239 E Main Street, Bartow (863) 533-6483 FB: Terrie Lobb Catering, Inc. IG @terrielobbcatering terrielobbcatering.com After attending The American Culinary Academy, Terrie Lobb opened the Bartowbased cafe, The Docket. She catered on the side and found it was suited to her culinary and hospitality abilities. In 2000, she started Catering by Chef Terrie Lobb out of her home, preparing, delivering, and serving each dish herself. Over twenty years later, Terrie Lobb Catering, Inc. employs full-time chefs and professional servers and has proven to be the Best Of Catering in Lakeland. One client wrote, “Amazing experience all the way around. Food was amazing & staff were so helpful & kind. Cannot say enough good things about them & looking forward to crossing paths again.”

2nd: Andy’s Frozen Custard 3rd: Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux

Best Catering

Best New Restaurant LOVEBIRD ALMOST FAMOUS CHICKEN 2101 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 937-8055 FB @lovebirdeats IG @lovebird.eats lovebirdeats.com LoveBird’s from scratch chicken has had folks lining up outside the building since opening earlier this year. This top-notch chicken shack is a new Lakeland favorite for its always fresh, never frozen chicken brined for at least 24 hours, hand-battered, soaked in buttermilk, and breaded with LB’s housemade flour and spice blend. Their menu features southern fare done right, like the Nashville Hot chicken sandwich with slaw, sweet pickles, and bird sauce on a fresh challah bun, or the Bird & the Bee with chili-infused hot honey, whipped butter, and sweet pickles on a fresh challah bun. Mmmmmm. According to LoveBird, “We’re not a big conglomerate, not a multi-state franchise, heck, we’re not even a

2nd: Blue Dog Craft Barbecue 3rd: Essential Catering Solutions

Best Romantic Restaurant NINETEEN61 215 E Main St, Lakeland (863) 688-1961 FB @nineteen61 IG @nineteen61_ nineteen61.com Date night has been decided! The mood, thoughtful cuisine, and extensive wine list makes for the perfect romantic evening out.

Reserve a table at Nineteen61 and make your date feel really special with an experience that has become the standard for fine dining in the city. Order a nightcap from Bar61 and stroll Munn Park for a memorable evening.

2nd: Scarpa’s Italian 3rd: Patio850

Best Vegan Restaurant VEGETATION PLANT FOOD FB @vegetationplantfood IG @vegetationplantfood vegetationplantfood.com A scroll through Vegetation Plant Food’s social media will make even the most ravenous of meat-eaters think, ‘Veggies sound really good right about now.’ Founder Rima Schillinger prepares whole food plant-based meals that are available weekly in Lakeland. Some of the hearty options on her changing menu include the likes of mac - CONTINUED ON PAGE 29 -

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& cheeze & peas, creamy alfredo sauce, nacho cheeze, karma shawarma, and pecan cardamom cookies. In a note on their website, Rima writes, “I cook whole food plant based meals for you so that you can reach and maintain optimum health. I want to nourish you and your family in the most healthful way possible and I want you to love this way of eating as much as I do.”

2nd: Plenty – The Joinery 3rd: SoFresh

Best Dog-Friendly Restaurant THE JOINERY 640 E Main St, Lakeland (863) 337-4583 FB @thejoinerylkld IG @thejoinerylkld thejoinerylkld.com Finally! A place where Fluffy can join in on the fun! The Joinery is a ‘modern food hall’ started by Jonathan and Sarah Bucklew. The Lake Mirror hangout is home to a florist, craft cocktail bar, and seven food vendors with offerings from ice cream, ramen, and street tacos, to burgers, pizza, plant-based fare, and poke bowls. Patrons love to bring their pets and The Joinery loves to have them!

According to their FAQ page, well-behaved and leashed dogs are welcome on the back patio, as well as the side and back lawns, and service animals are permitted inside according to federal and state regulations. If you bring your pup for a pick-me-up, be sure to ask one of the bartenders for a water bowl!

2nd: Frescos Southern Kitchen & Bar 3rd: Swan Brewing

Best Bakery BORN & BREAD BAKEHOUSE 1113 Florida Ave S, Lakeland FB @bornandbreadbakehouse IG @bornandbreadfl bornandbreadbakehouse.com Get your baked goods hot and fresh and “handcrafted with love” from this Lakeland gem. From the farmers market to a Florida Avenue bakehouse to the “Forbes Next 1,000” list, owner Jenn Smurr built and grew a following of folks far and wide that happily line up every Saturday for some of B&B’s fresh bread, cruffins, cookies, croissants, breakfast sammies, and other handcrafted treats. In 2019, Born & Bread debuted their Wednesday evening services featuring craveworthy sandwiches from Banh Mi’s to BLTs, house-made pot pies, and other inspired fare.

Wednesday and Saturday preorders for B&B goods are available on their website!

2nd: Honeycomb Bread Bakers 3rd: La Imperial Bakery

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BEST Realtor TONYA REGAN | THE MCKEEL TEAM, KELLER WILLIAMS (863) 602-7742 FB: Tonya Regan Realtor IG @tonyaregan_realtorkw Tonyaregan.kw.com Praised for her market knowledge, communication skills, and work ethic, realtor Tonya Regan has earned her spot on our Best Of LKLD list. One client wrote, “As a real estate broker myself, I know quality professionals when I see them. My wife and I chose Tonya as our Realtor due to her exceptional knowledge of the market and attention to detail. She was patient, communicative, and always available throughout the process. I highly endorse her for her, and will always use her for my real estate transactions.”

2nd: Brock Jennings | Jennings Realty Group 3rd: Donna Barron | LaRosa Realty Prestige

BEST Realty Company KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART 218 E Pine St. Lakeland (863) 577-1234 FB @kwlakeland IG @kwrealtysmart Polk.yourkwoffice.com Clients rave over the level of service and integrity from Keller Williams Realty Smart agents. It’s no wonder they come highly recommended for professionalism and quality from home buyers and sellers alike!

Using local data and expert knowledge, Keller Williams Realty Smart agents assist Central Florida clients in the buying and selling process.

2nd: Century 21 Myers Realty 3rd: Coldwell Banker Realty

BEST Mortgage Broker THE MORTGAGE FIRM LAKELAND 2020 Edgewood Dr S, Lakeland (863) 937-8024 FB @TheMortgageFirmLakeland IG @homeloankeys homeloankeys.com What began as a small company in Winter Park in 1995 has grown into one of the largest private lenders in the state. The Mortgage Firm Lakeland offers many home loan options including USDA, FHA, Veteran’s Affairs, Conventional, and Bond Loans. One Mortgage Firm Lakeland client reviewed, “Our experience with The Mortgage Firm was absolute professionalism, expediency, knowledge and one-to-one interaction.

They are awesome and I would definitely recommend them. Attention to details and we were informed every step of the way.”

2nd: Compass Mortgage 3rd: Home Solution Lenders

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WALLER CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN CENTER 1065 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 688-8870 FB @WallerDesignCenter IG @wallergroup Wallergroup.com Does your kitchen need a facelift? Waller Construction has provided top of the line residential and commercial construction services to Central Florida clients for 60 years!

A family-owned and operated company, Waller offers everything from design and build, to management, consulting, and renovation. Construction services include commercial and residential construction as well as kitchen/ bath remodeling. Waller covers your restoration needs for water damage, fire restoration, mold remediation, and hurricane/ wind. Their excellent work and professionalism have clients returning to Waller for new projects. One homeowner wrote, “We had a bathroom remodel done

by Waller Construction. We enjoyed working with everyone on their team from start to finish. We are loving our new beautiful bathroom.”

2nd: Lakeland Home Inspection Service 3rd: RJD Home Inspections

BEST AC Repair WARDS AIR CONDITIONING 865 Creative Dr, Lakeland (863) 225-7202 FB: Wards Air Conditioning wardsairconditioning.com Wards AC has been recognized year after year for how cool they keep Polk County!

They have provided HVAC products and services, replacement advice, and new installation for residential and commercial customers since 1961. One customer raved, “Prompt, thorough, friendly. always does a great job. Wards has serviced my air conditioner for many years and always does a fantastic job.” Some may like it hot, but we in the sunshine state do not, and Wards has kept the community from melting by installing over 50,000 systems in Polk County over the past 60 years!

2nd: Green Construction Services 3rd: Complete Kitchen & Bath

BEST Painting Company

2nd: United Refrigeration Inc. 3rd: Springer Bros. Air Conditioning & Heating

BILL’S PAINTING (863) 648-9577 FB @billspaintingpolkcounty billspaintingflorida.com Bill’s Painting services all of Polk County for any interior and exterior painting, drywall repair, or pressure washing needs. Bill Fulkerson founded the company in 1992 and continues to oversee every job in person and deliver each quote directly. Bill’s Painting backs their nearly 30 years in business with integrity, attention to detail, and customer service, guaranteeing 100% client satisfaction with the finished product. “Bill and his son were on time, professional, informative, and very personable. Did a great job repairing, painting and making sure the job was done to our satisfaction. I would highly recommend his company for any of your painting needs,” writes one happy customer.

BEST Roofing Company

2nd: Mike’s Painting and Home Improvements 3rd: Lakeland Painting Co.

R.I.G. CONSTRUCTION AND ROOFING 2001 Havendale Blvd NW #1, Winter Haven (863) 294-4477 FB @RIGroofing IG @rigroofing rigroofing.com Results. Integrity. Grounded. That’s what their name stands for and that’s what customers can expect from this “SHINGLE Best Roofer” around. R.I.G. puts the core values in their name at the forefront of every job. Serving the areas of Polk County and Central Florida, R.I.G. Construction and Roofing brings 30 years of experience to your next residential or commercial roofing project. Winner for Best Roofing Company on the east side of the county in our Best Of Haven last year, word seems to be spreading about their ‘through the roof’ results.

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2nd: Springer-Peterson Roofing & Sheet Metal 3rd: K.L. Smith, Inc. Roofing Experts

MAX HOME INSPECTIONS (863) 529-8604 FB: MAX Home Inspections maxinspections.com No matter how big or small your home, MAX Home Inspections will work to provide excellent service while educating and protecting property buyers. “At MAX Home Inspections, our comprehensive inspections and commitment to honesty and accuracy

BEST Plumber GILLUM-WADDELL PLUMBING CO. 2450 Commerce Point Dr, Lakeland (863) 665-6222 FB @GillumWaddellPlumbing gwplb.com What began as Gillum Plumbing in 1949, now Gillum-Waddell Plumbing, is the Best Of LKLD plumbing company this year! They

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offer services including line inspections, sewer jetting and drain cleaning, leak detection and repair, water heater replacement and repair, 24-hour emergency service for existing customers, and more. Plus, Gillum-Waddell has a showroom with top brands like Kohler, Moen, Delta, and American Standard for the plumbing items you need. “These people are life savers. They are so kind and professional, communication is top notch and their service is excellent. If only all vendors were so easy to work with!” wrote one happy client.

2nd: Curry & Co. Plumbing 3rd: Cypress Plumbing

BEST Patio Screening Company MID-FLORIDA ALUMINUM & RESCREENS (863) 289-2368 FB @Midfloridaaluminumrescreens Voted Best Patio Screening Company again!

Mid-Florida Aluminum & Rescreens are a Licensed and Insured full-service aluminum, vinyl and screen company specializing in screen rooms, seamless gutter, vinyl siding, soffit/fascia, sliding garage screens and more.

Based out of Polk County and serving all of Central Florida, Mid-Florida Aluminum is a certified dealer for LifeStyle Screens, Genius Retractable, & Rollaround Screens. This allows them to offer more than the standard type of screen enclosure for any home or business. Call or message them for more information or a free quote today!

2nd: Jack Hall Jr’s Construction and Aluminum 3rd: Cool Screens Florida

BEST Construction Company WALLER CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN CENTER 1065 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 688-8870 FB @WallerDesignCenter IG @wallergroup Wallergroup.com Claiming another spot on our Best Of LKLD list, Waller Construction is a force to be reckoned with for remodeling and construction! A family-owned and operated company for 60 years, Waller offers design and build, management, consulting, and renovation. Construction services include commercial and residential construction as well as kitchen/ bath remodeling. One client said, “We have used Waller Construction on several projects, both large and small over the past several years. We have enjoyed working with Brian Waller and the Waller team. We have found Waller’s personnel to be both completely professional and personally concerned with assuring that the project was done to our complete satisfaction.

The projects were completed on time and on budget. We can recommend Waller Construction without reservation.”

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BEST Retirement Community THE ESTATES AT CARPENTERS 1001 Carpenters Way, Lakeland (863) 279-4503 FB @TheEstatesAtCarpenters IG @theestatesatcarpenters estatesatcarpenters.com The Estates at Carpenters is a not-for-profit 55+ Continuing Care Retirement Community with over thirty years of experience in the senior living space. According to their website, “We know retirees have worked hard and planned well for their retirement, and we want our residents to experience the ideal carefree, vibrant retirement lifestyle. That’s why The Estates at Carpenters is meticulously designed to meet all of your needs – and exceed your expectations – so you don’t have to settle on anything.” They offer independent living with an array of amenities and services, as well as assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. A family member of one Estates at Carpenters resident said, “The Estates has taken great care of my family member who lives there. We are no longer worried about them. Thanks to your entire team!”

premier amenities include a pool, clubhouse, fitness center, sauna, on-site maintenance and management, playground, business center, garage, free weights, and high speed internet.

2nd: Town Center at Lakeside Village Apartments 3rd: NOBAY

BEST Moving Company TWO MEN AND A TRUCK 3220 Atlantic Ave, Lakeland (863) 594-1002 FB @TwoMenandaTruckPolkCounty twomenandatruck.com/movers/fl/lakeland Two Men and a Truck have been shouldering boxes, lugging couches, and taking the stress out of moving for Lakeland residents since 2007. Over the years these “Movers Who Care” completed more than 30,000 moves.

They offer local moving, junk removal, longdistance moving, parking services, loading and unloading services, and boxes and supplies. With no minimum charges, you only pay for the actual time Two Men and a Truck professionals spend on your move!

2nd: Florida Presbyterian Homes 3rd: Lake Ashton

2nd: Lakeland Moving & Storage 3rd: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving

BEST Hotel

BEST Cleaning

THE TERRACE HOTEL, TAPESTRY COLLECTION BY HILTON 329 E Main St, Lakeland (863) 688-0800 FB @TerraceHotel IG @terracehotellakeland terracehotel.com A Lakeland landmark, The Terrace Hotel is a full-service luxury hotel overlooking Lake Mirror and just a short walk from Munn Park and all that downtown has to offer.

This historic hotel described as “old-world glamour that is classic and timeless” is perfect for a Lakeland staycation with 73 guestrooms and 15 suites, and the newly renovated on-site restaurant, The Terrace Grille.

PARAGON HOME SERVICES 303 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 666-1199 FB @ParagonCleans paragonhomeservice.com Floor care, pressure washing, lawn care, deep cleaning, handyman services, pest control, and many more cleaning and maintenance services – Paragon does it all! Whether you’re simply looking for help maintaining your home or have the bigger task of home sales prep, home purchase prep, or vacation home turnover, keep Paragon in mind because they are, well… the paragon of cleaning services.

Best Of LKLD voters love that services can be bundled into a package or subscription too!

2nd: SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lakeland 3rd: Hampton Inn Lakeland

2nd: On The Spot Cleaning Solutions 3rd: The Cleaning Authority

BEST Apartment Community LAKELAND GRAND 4315 Talon Loop, Lakeland (863) 308-7279 FB @lakelandgrand IG @lakelandgrand lakelandgrand.com Lakeland Grand is a fresh-faced community delivering Lakelanders a slice of ‘the good life.’ “With premium finishes and wide-open spaces, each floor plan from Lakeland Grand brings you unparalleled luxury without sacrificing on comfort.” Lakeland Grand’s

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TOP BUTTONS BOUTIQUE 236 N Kentucky Ave, Lakeland (Other locations in Winter Haven and Bartow) (863) 220-2464 FB @TopButtons IG @topbuttons topbuttons.org On trend and on a mission! Top Buttons is a faith-based nonprofit organization founded

by Sarah Powers in 2012. This Kentucky Ave. boutique and designer thrift shop empowers young women through mentorship, education, and fashion. At their designer thrift and boutique storefronts in Lakeland, Bartow, and Winter Haven, Top Buttons serves women through programs that provide attire at inexpensive prices. You can find new and gently used thrift items and feel good about where you shop as each purchase at Top Buttons helps to fund their charitable efforts.

JUNE TAYLOR 125 N Kentucky Ave #103, Lakeland (863) 670-2154 FB @junetaylorshop IG @junetaylorshop junetaylorshop.com You never know what treasures you’re going to find at June Taylor. You might go home with a rattan chair, vintage rug, or ceramic vase. You may find yourself hanging a new piece of art on your wall or hunting the perfect spot in your office for the brass swan you procured. June Taylor’s new Downtown location offers a “transitional mix of midcentury, boho, and classical pieces.” One June Taylor patron wrote, “Such a great shop. I love thrifting, markets, and antique shops, but June Taylor is very unique and really one of a kind.”

BLOOM SHAKALAKA 640 E Main St, Lakeland (Inside The Joinery) (863) 417-3007 FB: Bloom Shakalaka IG @bloom.shakalaka bloomshakalaka.com The flower child of Ashton Event’s Laura Helm, Bloom Shakalaka is a floral hub within The Joinery offering “funky, fresh blooms served up on the daily!” No matter the occasion, Bloom Shakalaka has some pretty flowers for it. Be sure to check out their Bloom Bar where they keep a display of blooms available by the stem. You can pick your own and have them wrapped or peruse the menu and let one of Bloom’s floral designers create an arrangement for you. Don’t be shy about asking for special requests and yes, they deliver! Visit their website or follow their socials for hours of operation.

2nd: Dixieland Relics 3rd: Biggar Antiques

2nd: Flower Cart 3rd: The House of Flowers

Best Bike Shop

Best Pool Supply

DAVID’S WORLD CYCLE 2125 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 682-7160 FB @davidsworldlakeland davidsworld.com David’s World Cycle is a family-owned chain of 21 bicycle stores throughout Central and Northern Florida. They’ve been in business for over 30 years and in that time have serviced over 30,000 bikes and sold over 170,000.

In addition to a bustling service center with the ability to help any customer find the perfect set of wheels for them, David’s rents bicycles, does bicycle trade-ins, has a kids’ bike trade-up program, and offers custom bikes. Customers agree that David’s World Cycle in Lakeland is a wheelie great place for all your bike needs. “These guys were awesome to work with. They had all the parts I needed readily on hand, installed them quickly, and charged a very reasonable price for everything I got. Super happy with my experience here,” reviewed one customer.

PINCH A PENNY Multiple Locations FB @PinchAPennyPool IG @pinchapennypool Pinchapenny.com Cool off this summer without breaking the bank! There’s a reason Pinch A Penny is known as ‘the perfect people for a perfect pool.’ Get ready to lounge poolside and let them do the work. Pinch A Penny offers pool cleaning and maintenance, equipment installation and repair, renovations, and leak detection and repair. They offer additional services to beautify your whole outdoor space including pressure washing, home landscape lighting and design, outdoor living design, screen repair, and rescreening services. Plus, you can shop all the pool, spa, and patio accessories, equipment, and supplies you need!

2nd: Bent’s Cycling 3rd: LeRoy’s Bikeworks

Best Dispensary

2nd: Amelia Paige Boutique 3rd: Babe’s Shoes & Apparel

Best Gift Shop SCOUT & TAG 244 N Kentucky Ave, Lakeland (863) 225-2426 FB @scoutingVintage IG @scoutandtag scoutandtag.com In 2013, Nikki Hunt began selling her painted furniture and found decorative items at the Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market. Now, her Downtown shop, Scout & Tag, is the place to grab a cute, thoughtful, Lakeland-centric gift. Shop their 3,500 square foot storefront for home and gift items and an “ever-changing array of locally sourced and Lakeland celebrated home decor and gifts.” In addition to offering a selection of hand-painted furniture, decor, and gifts, Scout & Tag is also a Local Stockist of Annie Sloan Chalk Paint as well as an exclusive local retailer of Rafa Natural.

2nd: Bungalow Boutique & Gifts 3rd: Yates & Hagan

Best Jewelry MUNCHEL’S FINE JEWELRY 3227 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 619-6269 FB @Munchels IG @munchelsjewelry munchels.com Munchel’s Fine Jewelry has been putting a sparkle in the Swan City for over 30 years.

Munchel’s is family-owned and operated and offers a large selection of jewelry, diamonds, and gemstones including engagement rings, wedding bands, earrings, pendants, loose diamonds, custom jewelry, and jewelry repair. Looking for an heirloom or antique?

At Munchel’s you’ll also find collectable items including coins, watches, lockets, and necklaces.

2nd: Gaines Jewelers 3rd: Foshee Jewelers

Best Florist

2nd: Michael’s Pool Service Inc. 3rd: Leslies Pool Supplies

SURTERRA WELLNESS 1222 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (850) 391-5455 FB @surterrawellness IG @surterrawellness surterra.com Giving the saying “laughter is the best medicine” a run for its money, Surterra Wellness provides safe, high quality cannabis to Lakeland and surrounding communities.

Surterra brand products are cultivated naturally in the largest greenhouse on the East Coast without harmful chemicals and ingredients. They are working to make cannabis accessible through their online marketplace, storefronts (with plenty of product choices), and ongoing advocacy.

Surterra Wellness customers regularly comment on how friendly, accommodating, and knowledgeable staff are.

Best Thrift Store GOODWILL LAKELAND SUPERSTORE 5411 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 646-4301 Whether you’re a bargain hunter looking to upcycle a coffee table or snag a newto-you vintage outfit, Goodwill Lakeland Superstore’s regularly refreshed inventory is a thrifting goldmine. And you can feel good about your purchase (or donation) too! Goodwill’s mission is to “transform lives through lifelong learning and the power of work” through employment services, training programs, and affordable housing. In addition to being a more sustainable option for fashion, furniture, household items, and more, thrifting at Goodwill or donating to them enables the organization to offer the aforementioned programs and services with 86.8% of their operating budget dedicated to them.

2nd: MÜV Dispensary 3rd: Trulieve

2nd: Top Buttons Boutique 3rd: Peace River Center Thrift Shoppe

Best Wellness Store ANTHONY’S HEALTH HUT & RESTAURANT 5329 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 644-5330 FB @anthonyshealthhut IG @anthonyshealthhut anthonyshealthhut.com Anthony’s Health Hut & Restaurant, known for their homemade soups, juices, and selection of vitamins, has been serving the needs of health-conscious customers for over 43 years. The Health Hut has an extensive selection of health foods and products from herbs and spices to vitamins and supplements, while the Restaurant serves up fresh eats like the Tarragon Chicken Salad or a Veggie Sandwich as well as healthier burger options on a whole wheat bun. The hearty and eclectic menu boasts salads, soups (rotating weekly), sandwiches, wraps, smoothies, juices, and more.

2nd: Chamberlin’s Natural Foods 3rd: Your CBD Store Lakeland

Best Furniture Store CLAUSSEN’S FURNITURE 4715 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (Second location in Winter Haven) (863) 647-1000 FB @ClaussensFurniture claussensfurniture.com Get fashionable with your family room and update your dining area at Claussen’s!

This family-owned furniture store has been serving Central Florida’s home furnishing needs since 1975. Their furniture selection spans the whole home including living room, dining room, bedroom, entertainment, home office, mattresses, and outdoor. One customer reviewed, “Claussen’s is top notch!

We received excellent quality sofas and exceptional customer service from the sales team from the moment we walked in the door to the end from their excellent delivery team.

Claussen’s far exceeded our expectations!”

2nd: Havertys Furniture 3rd: Badcock Home Furniture &more

Best Bookstore BOOKS-A-MILLION 1520 Town Center Dr, Lakeland (863) 688-6382 FB @BAMLakeland IG @booksamillion booksamillion.com Looking to grab that best-seller or find a new copy of your favorite classic? BAM! Look no further than Books-A-Million. This massive one-stop-book-shop has everything you’re looking for across genres from new releases and classics to poetry, pop culture, Manga, and more. The Lakeland location is often remarked upon by customers to be clean, well-organized, and staffed by friendly folks.

2nd: Inklings Book Shoppe 3rd: Bookends Used Books

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“The staff at CBD store Lakeland are super kind and knowledgeable of their products! They are open to letting you try samples and inquire what’s best for you and your needs! They also have pet oils and treats I’m excited to try on my cats. I highly recommend :)”

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“I love this CBD store! Being a novice CBD user last year, Heather was so helpful and patient with me on my first visit. Very informative in helping me select the products that best suited my needs and their products are high quality and priced fair, plus they have specials all the time! The best thing about this store is their customer service, they hire people with heart who truly care about the needs of their customers. Their product has been life changing for my concerns and I won’t be without it.”

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Best Golf Course THE CLUB AT EAGLEBROOKE 1300 Eaglebrooke Blvd, Lakeland (863) 701-0101 FB @TheClubatEaglebrooke IG @clubateaglebrooke eaglebrooke.com A not so far away fairway surrounded by natural lakes and shady oaks is The Club at Eaglebrooke golf course, designed by architect Ron Garl. It opened in 1996 and has been the envy of other courses in Central Florida ever since. Eaglebrooke has a classic links-style design with over 100 feet of elevation change and six sets of tees on each hole. The Eaglebrooke golf course was the first in the nation to use Greg Norman’s GN 1 grass, “the fastest growing and greenest grass available” and has been consistently rated four and a half stars by Golf Digest. You could say they have the golf experience down to a tee!

2nd: Cleveland Heights Golf Course 3rd: Grasslands Golf & Country Club

Best Auto Dealer REGAL HONDA 2615 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland (863) 400-5298 FB @RegalHonda regalhonda.com Regal Honda makes it easy with a tailored car buying experience. Professional associates are available to assist you in choosing the right new or pre-owned model from their expansive selection. Regal Honda is a familyowned and operated Honda dealership and home of the Lifetime Warranty. Committed to a stress-free car shopping experience, Regal Honda offers in store and online purchase options. One car-buyer wrote of Regal, “Very professional, upfront and helpful. The Regal Team was easy to do business with. We will be repeat customers!”

2nd: Fields Motorcars 3rd: Bartow Ford

Best Boat Dealer OUTCAST WATERSPORTS 4020 Bartow Rd, Lakeland (863) 816-6081 FB @outcastboats IG @outcastws outcastwatersports.com Lakes abound in Polk County – heck, our city even has it in the name. Time to sail-abrate all that freshwater fishing and fun with a new boat, and Outcast Watersports is the place to get one! This bay area boat dealer has been serving Tampa Bay’s boat sales and service needs since 1996. They expanded to Polk County in 2016 and brought with them decades of experience and technical knowledge with mechanics on staff required to attend Yamaha school yearly for their continued education. Expect top brands, quality customer service, and a family feel at Outcast. We’ve heard buying a boat with them is a ‘reel’ pleasure!

2nd: Marine Supply 3rd: Old Salt Marine

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BEST Family Doctor CELESTINO VEGA, MD | LAKELAND REGIONAL HEALTH 208 Main Street, Auburndale (863) 284-5000 FB @LakelandRegionalHealth IG @lakelandregionalhealth Dr. Celestino Vega has been practicing Family Medicine since 1995 and joined the staff at Lakeland Regional Health, where he currently practices, in 2016. He attended medical school at Universidad Central del Este, completed his residency at the University of Louisville and is Board Certified with the American Board of Family Medicine. Working as a Family Medicine Physician in LRH’s Auburndale primary care location, Dr. Vega sees patients ages two years and older. He often works with families, treating multiple generations which he says is special to him.

Dr. Vega loves science and medicine and has a passion for helping others. His patient care philosophy is, “I believe prevention is the key to good health. We want to be proactive and not wait till there’s a problem. I aim to be compassionate and very caring with my patients.”

2nd: Jason C. Saylor, DO | Watson Clinic 3rd: Jeremy M. Katzmann, MD, FAAFP | Watson Clinic

BEST Hospital LAKELAND REGIONAL HEALTH Multiple Locations FB @LakelandRegionalHealth IG @lakelandregionalhealth Mylrh.org Congratulations to the more than 550 medical staff and physicians practicing in over 25 specialties at Lakeland Regional Health for being voted Best Hospital again this year!

The hospital has a history spanning back over 100 years and is now the fifth largest hospital in Florida and the second largest private employer in Polk County with their health system employing over 5,400 full-time and part-time team members. Through compassionate care given to each patient, Lakeland Regional Health strives to “deliver the best outcomes and safest care by placing people at the heart of all we do. We improve lives every day by promoting wellness, education and discovery.”

2nd: Tampa General Hospital 3rd: Bartow Regional Medical Center

BEST Urgent Care WATSON CLINIC URGENT CARE 1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland (863) 680-7271 1033 North Parkway Frontage Road, Lakeland 863-647-4047 FB @watsonclinicfl IG @watson_clinic watsonclinic.com No appointment? No problem! When you need on-demand care for minor emergencies, illnesses and accidents, you don’t have to go to the emergency room. Watson Clinic

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Urgent Care is fully staffed by board-certified specialists and highly trained care team members to treat earaches, small cuts and fractures, upper respiratory infections and more. Watson Clinic’s walk-in care facilities also provide rapid and PCR COVID tests to the community. With onsite access to X-ray, laboratory, CT, and other diagnostic testing, Watson Clinic Urgent Care is “an appealing, lower-cost alternative to an emergency room.”

PHUC VO, MD | WATSON CLINIC 1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland 863-680-7214 FB @watsonclinicfl IG @watson_clinic Watsonclinic.com Dr. Phuc Vo graduated from the University of Florida College of Medicine and did an internship, residency, and fellowship at the University of Florida as well as a fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania Sports Medicine Center. He joined Watson Clinic in 1994. His areas of expertise include arthroscopic surgery, minimally invasive surgery, computer navigation surgery, partial joint resurfacing, total joint replacement, ligament reconstruction, cartilage/meniscus repair and resection, fracture care, rotator cuff repair, surgical and non-surgical treatment of orthopedic and sports-related injuries (especially of the knees, shoulders, hips, elbows, and ankles), and orthopaedic services for patients ages two and up.

2nd: Owl Now Urgent Care 3rd: Lakeland Regional Health

BEST Pediatric Care RAUL ALVAREZ, MD | LAKELAND REGIONAL HEALTH 430 E Central Avenue, Winter Haven (863) 284-5000 FB @LakelandRegionalHealth IG @lakelandregionalhealth Dr. Raul Alvarez attended medical school at the University of Puerto Rico/Medical Science Campus and completed his residency at Keesler Medical Center USAF Medical Center - Pediatrics. Certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, Dr. Alvarez has practiced Pediatrics for almost thirty years and joined the Lakeland Regional Health team in 2013 where he practices general pediatric care, as well as adolescent and young adult care.

His patient care philosophy is, “I listen and observe patients’ needs before dispensing care or advice.”

2nd: Obafunto Abimbola, MD, MPH | Watson Clinic 3rd: Paul M. Morin, MD, BSc, BMSc, FRCSC | Bond Clinic

BEST Dentist/ Orthodontist SCOTT ORTHODONTICS 5030 S Lakeland Dr, Lakeland (863) 709-1941

2nd: Matthew J. Cory, MD, FAAP | Lakeside Pediatrics & Lakeland Regional Health 3rd: Kendra Velez Rodriguez, MD | Watson Clinic

211 6th St SE, Winter Haven (863) 299-1261 FB @DrScottSmiles IG @scottortho scottsmiles.com Make an appointment with “The Smile Specialists” today! The board-certified orthodontists at Scott Orthodontics offer comprehensive orthodontic options for children, teens, and adults. Whether you’re in the market for traditional metal or clear ceramic braces, or more advanced appliances and braces like Invisalign, Damon Smile, Incognito hidden lingual braces, or InOvation C – Scott Orthodontics is sure to make you smile. Best Of LKLD voters trust their pearly whites to the dedicated team at Scott Orthodontics (so much so that they’ve won two years in a row)!

BEST Eye Specialist/ Optometrist EYE SPECIALISTS OF MID-FLORIDA, P.A. 2004 Co Rd 540A, Lakeland (863) 937-4515 3350 Harden Blvd, Lakeland (863) 662-3010 FB @EyesFL IG @eyespecialistsmidfl eyesfl.com What started as a modest ophthalmology/ optometry practice in Downtown Winter Haven in the early 1960s, Eye Specialists of Mid-Florida, P.A. has grown into multiple locations offering specialized treatment throughout Central Florida. You don’t need glasses to see what makes Eye Specialists of Mid-Florida the Best Of LKLD (and Haven).

They focus on personalized, high-quality eye care including ophthalmology, optometry, glaucoma, Lasik, laser surgery, treatment of cataracts, and eyelid lifts. Additionally, they carry a full range of eyeglass lenses and frames, contact lenses, sunglasses, frame repair, and optical accessories. According to Eye Specialists of Mid Florida, “Our commitment has always been to put our patients first and to provide the level of care our patients deserve.”

2nd: Thomas F. Plunkett, DMD 3rd: Paul Saari, DDS

BEST Rehabilitation Services CORA PHYSICAL THERAPY LAKELAND 3127 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland (863) 665-8881 3317 US-98, Lakeland (863) 213-1291 FB @CORAPhysicalTherapy IG @corapt coraphysicaltherapy.com “A leader in physical therapy and occupational therapy,” CORA Physical

2nd: Eyes on Lakeland 3rd: Hubbell Eye Clinic

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Therapy focuses on communication to identify and achieve outcomes for their patients. They offer services including postsurgery rehabilitation, athletic training, pain management, neurological rehabilitation, back stabilization, work injury rehabilitation, senior rehabilitation, and more. One patient of the CORA Physical Therapy Lakeland location remarked, “Wonderful team of specialists that treat their patients like family.

Would recommend to anyone that wants a friendly atmosphere while working to get better.”

2nd: Watson Clinic 3rd: Bond Clinic Physical Therapy

BEST Chiropractor LOVE CHIROPRACTIC CENTER 5227 US Hwy 98 S, Lakeland (863) 709-1600 FB @LoveChiropracticCenterFL IG @love_chiropractic lovechiropracticcenter.com Best Of LKLD voters are head over heels for this Lakeland-based chiropractor. You might even say they’re in Love! Drs. Steve and Tiffany Love and Dr. Chris Terry of Love Chiropractic work to address patient problems expediently and effectively with many patients noticing a difference in just a few visits. Love offers chiropractic services, auto injury treatment, and a host of specialized services. One patient testimonial reads, “I cannot say enough great things about Dr. Love and the entire staff. Always friendly and professional and will go out of their way to help you. By far the best chiropractic care and sports medicine care in Central Florida.”

2nd: Velocity Chiropractic & Rehabilitation 3rd: Advanced Spine & Wellness

BEST Vehicle Customization TUNES-N-TINT 4980 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland (863) 617-7280 FB @TunesNTint IG @tunesntint tunesntint.com Time to tune-up your ride and not just the engine! Tunes-N-Tint is the place in Lakeland for everything to customize your car including car electronics, truck accessories, lighting products, leather interiors and window tinting. See what your new truck accessory will look like while perusing their fully functional displays showcasing nearly all of their products. Tunes-N-Tint prides themselves in friendly, knowledgeable, and Mobile Electronics Certified Professionals (MECP) staff including several MECP Advanced Installation Technicians and one MECP Master Installation Technician.

“Fantastic help with understanding products and attention to detail. Fair to do business with too,” wrote one reviewer.

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BEST Oil Change TAKE 5 OIL CHANGE 5126 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland (863) 274-2083 6059 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 213-0089 FB @Take5OilChange IG @take5oilchange take5oilchange.com Boasting “the quickest oil change in Lakeland,” Take 5 Oil Change offers drivethru service with no appointment necessary.

Home of the 10 minute oil change, all you have to do is pick your oil from the technician’s options, sit back and get your oil changed.

Take 5’s expert technicians will change your oil and filter, replenish under-hood fluids, and check your air filter and wiper blades. One enthusiastic oil change recipient wrote in part, “This was hands down the best oil changing service in my entire life.”

2nd: Jiffy Lube 3rd: America’s Oil Express

BEST Storage Facility LIFE STORAGE 4400 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland (863) 858-6464 FB @lifestorage2 IG @lifestorage lifestorage.com Have some excess baggage? Don’t we all.

No matter the circumstances, when storing

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personal belongings, you want a storage unit that is safe, convenient, and you usually need it fairly quickly. What if you could rent a storage unit 100% contact free and get access to your unit today? At Life Storage, you can! Life Storage of Lakeland offers climate controlled storage, drive-up accessible storage, extended access hours, surveillance cameras, is fenced and lighted, offers vehicle/ boat parking, moving boxes and supplies, and hand carts and moving dollies. Life Storage customers say staff are informative, helpful, and dedicated to customer service.

GARMENT CARE PROS AT SOUTHSIDE CLEANERS 901 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 688-4747 2117 Co Rd 540A, Lakeland FB @SouthsideCleaners IG @southsidecleaners garmentcarepros.com Which has been your favorite Southside Cleaners sign quippy quote this year? It’s hard for a dry cleaners to be iconic, but in Lakeland, Garment Care Pros at Southside Cleaners is just that. Since 1954, Southside Cleaners has provided Lakeland with the highest quality of care for their garments.

Garment Care Pros at Southside Cleaners is one of the only eight companies in the world to have multiple employees pass the rigorous training to become a Certified Garment Care Professional. This team of literal garment care professionals offer traditional dry cleaning and laundry services as well as historic garment and wedding gown restoration. Best Of LKLD voters agree – there’s no one else they’d trust their wardrobes to. Congrats on winning again this year!

2nd: Century Storage 3rd: Extra Space Storage

BEST Auto Repair WEBB’S BP SERVICES CENTER 2820 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 686-5498 webbs-servicecenter.business.site Maybe it’s their all-work guarantee or that they staff Master ASE certified mechanics – whatever the reason, Best Of LKLD voters keep lauding Webb’s BP Services Center as the BEST place for auto repair around. If your check engine light pops on or your battery bites the dust, Webb’s has you covered! Is your AC wheezing or your power locks pooping out on you? They can take care of that too!

Webb’s is a family-owned and operated complete automotive repair shop covering oil changes, tune-ups, and much more.

2nd: Regal Cleaners 3rd: Touch of Class Dry Cleaners

2nd: Levy’s Imperial Tire 3rd: Joyce Automotive

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BEST Doggy Daycare ORCHID SPRINGS ANIMAL HOSPITAL 615 Overlook Dr, Winter Haven (863) 324-6964 FB @OrchidSpringsAnimalHospital IG @orchidspringsanimalhospital osahvets.com This one’s for the dogs! Your pup needs plenty of exercise, socialization, and puppy lovin’. The Doggy Daycare at Orchid Springs Animal Hospital (OSAH) offers standard and luxury pooch care services which include two potty breaks and one playtime or pool time session. According to OSAH, benefits of attending doggy daycare include making furry friends, becoming more comfortable around friends both two-legged and fourlegged, staying physically fit, and learning positive behavior to keep them out of trouble (and the trash) at home.

2nd: Das Hund Haus 3rd: Four Paws Only

BEST Wedding Venue HOLLIS GARDEN 702 E Orange St, Lakeland (863) 834-2280 www.lakelandgov.net/departments/parksrecreation/hollis-garden/ Picture saying ‘I do’ in a magical garden framing the view of a Lake Mirror sunset.

Hollis Garden is a 1.2-acre formal botanical garden. Neoclassical architecture, public art, fountains, patterned flower beds and over

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10,000 flowers, ornamental shrubs, and native trees are the elements that give Hollis Garden its charm. The garden’s beauty is inherent but polished, lending itself to nuptials both extravagant and understated as it can stand as the dreamy background or focal point of your big day.

2nd: Haus 820 3rd: Adams Estate

BEST Gym PLANET FITNESS 4315 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 816-6800 6208 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland (863) 853-3322 FB @planetfitness IG @planetfitness planetfitness.com Take your fitness to a whole other planet!

Planet Fitness offers an out of this world gym experience and Judgement Free Zone in which anyone can feel comfortable approaching their fitness goals. Members get unlimited access to their home Planet Fitness club with more extensive memberships available.

Take fitness into your own hands with the additional benefits of the PF Black Card or get extra guidance with their free fitness training. “It’s our goal to provide a clean, safe, welcoming environment for anyone who walks through our door, and all the equipment, amenities and support you need once you’re here.”

2nd: Crunch Fitness 3rd: The Balance Culture

BEST Dance Studio

of Yoga Pointe, “Fantastic environment.

Every teacher is knowledgeable and patient.

Classes for all levels including hot /warm yoga and you can register for classes online to ensure you have a spot. I highly recommend this studio.”

JUST DANCE ACADEMY OF DANCE AND ETIQUETTE 124 S Kentucky Ave, Lakeland (863) 940-4701 FB @JustWantToDance IG @smilejustdance smilejustdance.com “Smile, it’s just dance!” Just Dance takes the top spot for Dance Studio again! This “often imitated, but never duplicated” Downtown Lakeland dance studio teaches eager learners how to Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Rumba, Cha Cha, Swing and more through private lessons and group classes. Ensuring classes are safe, fun, and affordable, Just Dance has been promoting dance and the arts to the Lakeland community for some ten years.

2nd: Just Dance Academy of Dance and Etiquette 3rd: The Balance Culture

BEST Yoga Instructor JOYCE PRESTON | JUST DANCE ACADEMY OF DANCE AND ETIQUETTE 124 S Kentucky Ave, Lakeland (863) 940-4701 FB @JustWantToDance IG @smilejustdance www.smilejustdance.com Lakeland yogis re’Joyce’! Best Of LKLD voters agree that Joyce Preston with Just Dance Academy of Dance and Etiquette is the BEST yoga instructor in the Swan City. For information on when you can get into the Goddess pose groove or perfect your Warrior II with Joyce Preston, visit the Just Dance website or give them a call!

2nd: Ultimate Dance Center 3rd: Southern Grace Dance Company

BEST Yoga Studio YOGA POINTE 2539 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 937-8069 FB @YogaPointe IG @yoga_pointe yogapointe.com No ifs, ‘oms,’ or buts about it, Best Of LKLD voters prefer to find their inner peace at Yoga Pointe. This Lakeland yoga studio, located in the Southgate Shopping Center, offers beginner yoga, hot yoga, yin, flow, private sessions, yoga for the workplace, teacher training, and more. One happy yogi wrote

2nd: Beth at Yoga Pointe 3rd: Marnie at Yoga Pointe

BEST CPA DIANE HERRINGTON, CPA, P.A. 202 Lake Miriam Dr # E8, Lakeland (863) 644-7125 FB @drhcpa dianeherringtoncpa.com Polk County native Diane R. Herrington has been working in the accounting field since 1970 and became a licensed CPA in Florida in 1980. Herrington founded her accounting firm in 1983, providing personalized services in tax preparation, tax planning, and business consulting services for individuals, businesses, estates, and trusts. Backed by decades of experience and detailed customer service, Diane Herrington’s customers often rave about her professionalism, quality, responsiveness, and the value of her services.

2nd: David R. Ramos, CPA 3rd: Brinton Fairchild

BEST Attorney LAURIANE CICCARELLI | TROIANO & ROBERTS, P.A. 317 S Tennessee Ave, Lakeland (863) 686-7136 ext 118 FB @TroianoRobertsPa troianolaw.com A 1996 Stetson University College of Law graduate, Lauriane Ciccarelli practices in the areas of Real Estate, Real Estate Planning, General Civil Litigation, and has been involved in thousands of Eminent Domain cases. She joined the firm, Troiano & Roberts, - CONTINUED ON PAGE 42 -

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P.A. in March of 2004. A review of Ciccarelli’s services reads, “I am a Realtor and have been doing Real Estate since 2006 and I recommended them with one of my clients and Lauriane was very respectful and helpful and will use them again when needed.”

2nd: Scott H. Langston 3rd: Victor J. Troiano

BEST Bank MIDFLORIDA CREDIT UNION Multiple Locations FB @MIDFLORIDA IG @midflorida_creditunion midflorida.com What began as Polk County Teachers Credit Union in 1954, MIDFLORIDA has become Central Florida’s community credit union with nearly 65 branches. MIDFLORIDA is not-forprofit and member-owned, offering banking products and services from personal and business banking to loans, mortgages, and investing. MIDFLORIDA places importance on personal attention and competitive rates, “Because your money isn’t just a string of numbers on an account statement. It’s personal—and we think the way you bank should reflect that.”

2nd: Citizens Bank & Trust 3rd: SunTrust Bank

BEST Insurance Agent

that will benefit Polk County’s four-legged friends,” reads a November 5, 2019, SPCA Florida press release announcing his hiring.

It appears Dr. Lara’s service to the SPCA has indeed been a benefit worth barking for!

WAYNE PEACE 2325 S Florida Avenue, Lakeland (863) 688-8920 FB: Wayne Peace - State Farm Agent State Farm Insurance Agent Wayne Peace is a lifelong Lakeland resident. This former University of Florida starting quarterback #15 (1980-1983) and Team Captain (1983) has been representing State Farm, the US #1 Auto Insurer since 1987. Peace and his team offer services including auto, homeowners, and renters insurance, personal article policies, business insurance, life insurance, health insurance, banking, and annuities.

2nd: Dr. Mitsie Vargas | Orchid Springs Animal Hospital 3rd: Dr. Holly Daniels | All Creatures Animal Clinic

BEST Spa BELLA VISÁGE MEDICAL & AESTHETIC REJUVENATION 119 Traders Alley, Lakeland (863) 333-0553 FB @BellaVisageLakeland IG @bellavisagelkld bellavisagelakeland.com Take some time for yourself – you deserve it! Prepare to unwind at Bella Viságe with services from health and wellness, body contouring, medical rejuvenation, and laser tattoo removal, to laser hair removal, feminine health, aesthetician services, and massage therapy. They also carry several lines of beauty, skincare, and home products including Skinade, a “natural peach, and mangosteen flavored anti-aging collagen drink,” body care line Farmhouse Fresh, Swan City Chandlery small batch 100% soy wax candles, and more.

2nd: Buzz Tarver 3rd: Luetta Cain

BEST Veterinarian DORIAN LARA, DVM | SPCA FLORIDA 5850 Brannen Rd S, Lakeland (863) 646-7722 FB @SPCAFlorida IG @spca_florida spcaflorida.org A round of ap’paws’ for Dr. Dorian Lara, voted Best Veterinarian by our LKLD voters!

Dr. Dorian Lara was welcomed to the SPCA Florida Medical Center Management Team in late 2019. As Director of Surgery, Dr. Lara oversees surgical procedures, advanced surgical equipment, and the highest standards of professional surgical care.

“Dr. Lara brings extended skills and talent to expanded procedures and techniques

2nd: DayDreams Day Spa 3rd: Pura Vie Holistic Studio

BEST Hair Salon VENUE SALON 5035 S Lakeland Dr, Lakeland (863) 644-0102 FB @venueaveda IG @venuelakeland venuesalon.com Are you ready to achieve your hair goals?

Venue is an Aveda Concept Salon offering hair, skincare, and waxing services using eco-friendly products, innovative techniques, and sustainability standards. Whether you’re looking for a cut, color, highlights, extensions, and beyond – Venue stylists have you covered.

Show your stylist hair inspo and tell them about your hair, and according to Venue, “We’ll listen and share the smartest ways to get your hair looking healthy, happy, and beautiful.”

2nd: Studio 323 3rd: Blushing Blondes Salon

BEST Barber SKULLYS BARBER SALON 434 W Pipkin Rd, Lakeland (863) 224-3507 FB @skullysbarbersalon IG @skullysbarbersalon skullysbarbersalon.com “With a tank of gas and a dream, he created Florida’s first, and so far only, mobile barber salon.” Skully founded his hair biz doing house calls in 2015 and opened his mobile barbershop out of a 32-foot RV in 2016.

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that Skullys is the BEST! Now, this mobile barber has a physical location on W. Pipkin Road in Lakeland. Need a haircut, color, styling, or beard trim? Skully’s got you! One review of his barbershop reads in part, “Skully can do hair for young and old, from trim to fades, he has the skills to make you look & feel good.”

2nd: Kirkland’s Barber Shop 3rd: Lakeland Barber Company

BEST Nail Salon NOIRE SPA & NAILS 3540 Harden Blvd Ste 107, Lakeland (863) 738-2868 FB @NoireSpaNailslakeland Treat yourself! From basic mani/pedis to extravagant styles and designs, Noire Spa & Nails can do it all. They offer monthly promotions and customers rave about their cleanliness, attention to detail, and the relaxing experience they provide. One customer (with freshly done nails) wrote, “Very clean, the technician who did my nails took her time and was very thorough.

She also did my eyebrows which turned out fantastic. Now I have two favorite nail salons.

Make sure to get the member card for the discount on your future visits!”

2nd: United Nails & Spa 3rd: Van Spa & Nails

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the goal to “bring your vision to life through professional hands-on planning customized to fit your individual needs.” Perfect Day Productions offers three packages to fit the needs of any bride and groom including a “Day of Coordination” package called ‘Down the Aisle,’ a partial planning package called ‘From This Day Forward,’ and ‘Knee to Knot’ for full-service wedding planning and coordination. PDP couples have nothing but great things to say about Lora and her team.

Congratulations on your big day, and happy planning!

LOVE AN FLUFF DOG GROOMING 1015 E County Rd 540A, Lakeland (863) 646-5445 FB @loveanfluffdoggrooming loveanfluff.com Is your Bichon Frise overdue for a blowout?

Terrier in need of a trim? LKLD voters are in puppy love with Love An Fluff Dog Grooming AGAIN this year! One pleased dog mom wrote, “Love this place and so does my Rexi!

He won’t let very many people near him but loves the staff here, to me that says a lot!

Won’t ever go anywhere else.” Established in 1970, Love An Fluff backs their bark-worthy service with over 50 years in business and is family-owned. They are an all-breed grooming business with “excellent employees who will take care of your pet and make you feel welcomed.”

2nd: Ashton Events 3rd: 2 Sisters Events & Design

BEST Wedding Photographer SUNGLOW PHOTOGRAPHY FB @SunglowPhotography IG @sunglowphoto (863) 510-8702 sunglowphotography.com There’s nothing sweeter than looking back on photos from your wedding day! Dustin with Sunglow Photography has an eye for capturing every ear-to-ear grin, happy tear, excited pre-wedding jitters, and that once in a lifetime down the aisle moment. A look through his portfolio is a look into the happiest day of his client’s lives and they have nothing but compliments for his work. One bride’s review reads in part, “We hired Dustin to do our engagement photos and wedding photos. We were not disappointed either time. We have gotten so many compliments

2nd: Doggie Divas Grooming Salon 3rd: Four Paws Only

BEST Wedding Planner PERFECT DAY PRODUCTIONS (863) 608-1945 FB @pdpweddings IG @pdpweddings pdpweddings.com Planning a wedding can be overwhelming.

Let certified wedding planner, Lora B. Gardner help you make your day perfect!

Perfect Day Productions is a full-service wedding and event planning company with

on the quality and style of the photos. Dustin captured the elegant and timeless look we were hoping for.”

2nd: Petal and Vine Photography 3rd: Anthony Scott

BEST Event Entertainment Company DREAMS COME TRUE ENTERTAINMENT 214 Traders Alley, Lakeland (863) 944-1264 FB @DreamsComeTrueEntertainment IG @dctemagicalmemories dreamscometrueentertainment.com Can you imagine the excited ‘eeeeks’ and giggles when Cinderella saunters into your child’s birthday party? Dreams Come True Entertainment can make sure she will bippity boppity be there! With high-quality, fun, and unique character entertainment for all ages, Dreams Come True creates magic for little ones with the chance to meet their favorite fairytale or superhero characters. You can book experienced actors in award-winning costumes for your next birthday party, shower, or corporate event. Follow their social media to keep up to date on the magical character events held regularly at Enchanted Fairytale Hollow!

2nd: Graingertainment 3rd: Fun Factory Inflatables

Your Venue for Weddings, Events and Catering Formerly known as Peace River Country Club, impress your guests at Idlewood’s 7+ acres of event space

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Best Park

Best Public Art

Best Band

Best Tattoo Artist

MUNN PARK 210 E Main St, Lakeland Munn Park and the surrounding Munn Park Historic District, including many original buildings dating back to the early 1900s, is the heartbeat of the city. Named after the founder of Lakeland, Abraham Munn, the park features public art pieces, is home to many events and festivals, and is surrounded by some of Lakeland’s finest retail, restaurants, and entertainment.

PINK OAK TREE IN MUNN PARK 210 E Main St, Lakeland It’s hard to miss the hot pink oak tree dressing up Munn Park. Artist David Collins, assisted

by Lakeland Parks and Recreation staff, wrapped the far-reaching oak limbs with fuschia ripstop fabric and adorned it with cellophane orchids. He finished the project in February, earlier this year. According to Barry Friedman with lkldnow.com, “Munn Park is the site of several previous Collins public art installations, including 2016’s tree wrapped and painted as a giraffe and 2017’s Clearly People, which involved life-sized cling-wrap sculptures of local residents.”

JOHN FRINZI FB: John Frinzi IG @johnfrinzi johnfrinzi.com From his first CD, Into The Dawn, to his most recent Blue Sky View (which includes collaborative works with multi-platinum Songwriter and Producer Aaron Scherz, singles “Summer Sun” and “Lyin’ or Lucky”) John Frinzi continues to prove his chops as a songwriter and vocalist. He has toured nationally, playing over 250 dates a year and has been featured at major festivals including Key West Songwriters Festival, Keith Sykes Songwriters Celebration, and more.

MIKE TORRES 509 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 816-5801 FB @gaslighttattoocompany IG @gaslighttattooco The Best Of LKLD voters have spoken! Mike Torres with Gaslight Tattoo does the sickest tattoos around. Gaslight Tattoo Company is located at the edge of Downtown Lakeland in the Dixieland Historic District in the same building as The Wax & The Needle record shop. One customer review of Gaslight reads, “It’s clean, friendly and an all around good time when having work done. MIKE T is the bestest.”

2nd: Oranges by Gillian Fazio 3rd: Dixieland Dragon by Keith Williams

2nd: Smokepoint 3rd: These Times

2nd: Kris Taylor | Black Swan Tattoo 3rd: Atomic Tattoos

Best Visual Artist

Best DJ

Best Piercing

GILLIAN FAZIO FB @gfazioart IG @gfazioart gfazioart.com Whether you’ve been inspired by her Create mural in Lakeland, or snapped a selfie in front of the oranges and monarchs that grace Slice of Happiness in Lake Wales – Gillian Fazio has probably brightened your day at some point.

A Lakeland native, Fazio grew up attending art schools and found a love of painting very young. She graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelors’ Degree in Fine Arts from the University of Florida in 2017. Fazio shifted from canvas to large-scale public art when she returned home and has since created over 20 murals across Central Florida. As a “new age flora and fauna artist” Fazio says her interest is in “using natural elements such as animals’ divinely designed patterns that serve a function and purpose, combined with purely aesthetic cultural patterns. [...] As the artist, my goal is to create an encounter for the audience, appreciating the intricacy of both senses of artistic intelligence.”

GRAINGERTAINMENT (844)933-5001 FB @iamgraingertainment IG @graingertainment graingertainment.com Graingertainment is the premier mobile DJ and entertainment company for weddings, corporate events, birthdays, private parties, and more across Central Florida. It is their goal to make your event fun and memorable – whatever genre gets you moving, Graingertainment can play it! They also offer emcee services. “Whatever you are looking for regarding music, audio, video, or lighting for your event, we’re ready to help make your dream a reality!” When you book an event with Graingertainment, you’re getting an experienced DJ and emcee. In fact, most of their DJs are turntablists who “mix music utilizing beat matching, fading, and other creative mixing skills, not just pushing play on a CD player or iPod (unless that’s really what you want!).”

GASLIGHT TATTOO COMPANY 509 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 816-5801 FB @gaslighttattoocompany IG @gaslighttattooco Home to the Best Tattoo Artist and the Best Piercing?! Gaslight is killing it. This Dixieland Historic District tattoo shop prides itself in providing a professional, comfortable, and clean environment for tattoos and piercings.

“The piercer was amazing, Will knew what he was doing and answered all the questions I had very politely. It’s a relaxed and friendly environment,” reads one pleasantly pierced customer review.

2nd: Common Ground Playground 3rd: Circle B Bar Reserve

Best Live Music UNION HALL 1023 Florida Ave S, Lakeland (863) 288-0372 FB @unionhallevents IG @unionhallevents unionhallevents.com This over 3000 square foot Dixieland music and event venue is the coolest place in Lakeland to catch live music across an array of genres. Union Hall radiates an easy-going, good-time warmth with its soaring ceilings, exposed terracotta brick from the 1920s, and concrete bar tops. Grab a cocktail and enjoy the show or book the space in advance for a private event.

2nd: The Pink Piano 3rd: Swan Brewing

Best Art Gallery POLK MUSEUM OF ART AT FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE 800 E Palmetto St, Lakeland (863) 688-7743 FB @PolkMuseum IG @polkmuseumofart Polkmuseumofart.org Polk Museum of Art received its national accreditation as an art museum from the American Alliance of Museums in 1983. In September of 1988, the current building, designed by architect Ernie Straughn, was formally dedicated. The museum sees 140,000 visitors a year with a diverse schedule of exhibitions, workshops, and educational programs. PMA’s permanent collection has grown to more than 2,800 works of art including works by Rembrandt van Rijn, Andy Warhol, Faith Ringgold, and Pablo Picasso. Over 50 years in operation, “It is still the largest and only nationally accredited visual arts organization in Polk County and is the only fine art Smithsonian Affiliate between Orlando and Tampa.”

2nd: Polk State Lakeland Art Gallery 3rd: Melvin Art Gallery at Florida Southern College

2nd: Kevin Rios 3rd: Greg Anderson

2nd: Bump Galletta 3rd: Stacy Tabb

Best Maker

Best Photographer

SWAN CITY CHANDLERY FB: Swan City Chandlery IG @swancitychandlery swancitychandlery.com Did someone say, ‘woman-owned smallbatch hand-poured soy candles’?! Using only 100% soy wax grown on American soil, Swan City Chandlery creates aromatic and relaxing candles. The fragrance oils that they use are phthalate-free topped with wicks made with cotton and paper for a ‘beautiful and environmentally friendly candle’ available in a variety of sizes. Swan City candles can be customized for your big day or special event too! So settle in, light a Swan City Chandlery candle, grab a book, and cozy up on the couch.

SCOTT AUDETTE IG @scottaudette scottaudette.com Demi Lovato posing across a chaise lounge while on tour, a fishing boat setting out in Boca Grande at dawn, and countless Tampa Bay Lightning game shots are all moments made timeless by talented photographer, Scott Audette. Audette is the Official Team Photographer for the Tampa Bay Lightning and House Photographer for Amalie Arena & Yuengling Center.

2nd: Paris Scott Photography 3rd: Gabby Livingstone Photography

2nd: Bump Galletta 3rd: Pottery by Emily Pavlik

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FATHOMS: THE WORLD IN THE WHALE

By Rebecca Giggs

THE NIGHTWATCHMAN

By Louise Erdrich

WILMINGTON’S LIE

By David Zucchino

Winner of the 2021 Pulitzer for Fiction

Winner of the 2021 Pulitzer Prize for Nonfiction

Thomas Wazhashk is the night watchman at the first factory near the Turtle Mountain Reservation in rural North Dakota and a Chippewa Council member trying to understand the consequences of a new “emancipation” bill on its way to the floor of the United States Congress.

“Wilmington’s Lie” details a tragic story of being denied civil rights. Two years after the landmark Supreme Court case Plessy vs. Ferguson (1896), emboldened white supremacists staged a governmental coup in Wilmington, NC, setting back civil rights for decades to come.

In the aftermath of a 1969 Brooklyn church deacon’s public shooting of a local drug dealer, the community’s African-American and Latinx witnesses find unexpected support from each other when they are targeted by violent mobsters.

Blending together natural history, philosophy, and science, this stunning meditation on the extraordinary lives of whales takes readers on an exploration of the natural world to reveal what whales can teach us about ourselves, our planet, and our relationship to other species.

The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine, online journalism, literature, and musical composition within the United States.

The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine, online journalism, literature, and musical composition within the United States.

The Andrew Carnegie Medals are awarded by the Library Association of America for Excellence in Fiction and Non-Fiction

The Andrew Carnegie Medals are awarded by the Library Association of America for Excellence in Fiction and Non-Fiction

THE CITY WE BECAME

By N.K. Jemisin

DJINN PATROL ON THE PURPLE LINE

By Deepa Anappara

THE ONLY GOOD INDIANS

By Stephen Graham Jones

THE MIDNIGHT LIBRARY

By Matt Haig

Winner of the 2021 Audie Award for Fantasy

Winner of the 2021 Edgar Award for Best Novel

Winner of the 2021 Bram Stoker Award for Superior Achievement in a Novel

Winner of the 2020 Goodreads Choice Awards for Fiction

People feel the moods of the cities they live in.

Sometimes the cities themselves become living things, connected to all the lives within their limits.

New York City has been born, but an otherworldly and dark force is determined to destroy those connections and overlay itself. It will take the soul of the city to deal with the enemy.

In this debut based on true events, Jai, a 9-year-old reality-television enthusiast in India uses crimeshow approaches to investigate the disappearance of a classmate, before additional abductions shatter life in his sprawling city home and the lives of Jai and his friends will never be the same again.

The Audie Awards are given by the American Audio Publishers Association for audiobooks and spokenword entertainment.

DEACON KING KONG

By James McBride Winner of the 2021 Andrew Carnegie Medal for Fiction

The lives of four American Indian men and their families are haunted by a disturbing, deadly event that took place in their youth. Years later, they find themselves tracked by an entity bent on revenge, totally helpless as the culture and traditions they left behind catch up to them in a violent, vengeful way.

The Edgar Allan Poe Awards, popularly called the Edgars, are presented every year by the Mystery Writers of America.

The Bram Stoker Awards are presented every year by the Horror Writer’s Association.

Winner of the 2021 Andrew Carnegie Medal for Non-Fiction

Somewhere beyond the edge of the universe, there is a library containing an infinite number of books, each one the story of another reality. One tells the story of your life as it is, along with another book for the other life you could have lived if you had made a different choice at any point in your life. While we all wonder how our lives might have been, what if you had the chance to go to the library and see for yourself? Would any of these other lives be better?

The Goodreads Choice Awards are the only major book awards decided by readers. Members of the Goodreads community nominate and vote for their favorite books of the year.

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SEPTEMBER 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.

POWER IN PINK When: Sep. 01 - 30, 2021 bcfcf.org/power-in-pink POWer in Pink is BACK! This is a virtual 26.2 mile month-long marathon challenge. Help local, Central Florida breast cancer patients, and their families, pack a POWerful PUNCH to situational poverty, stemming from a breast cancer diagnosis! Run/walk, bike, swim, or skate/rollerblade to complete the marathon. you choose how and where you want to do the miles!

BEACHES, CREATURES & COWBOYS: FLORIDA MOVIE POSTERS When: Sep. 01 - 25, 2021 Where: Lake Wales Museum & Cultural Center, 325 S Scenic Hwy, Lake Wales cityoflakewales.com Movie producers have been making films in Florida almost since the dawn of the industry.

This exhibit presents a selection of colorful, eye-catching posters that advertised films.

The posters and lobby cards in this exhibit depict some of Florida’s most famous films from the early 1920s to the present. Days & hours vary. 863-676-1759 JOSEPHINE SACABO: THOSE WHO DANCE When: Sep. 01 - Oct. 17, 2021 Where: Polk Museum of Art

800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Josephine Sacabo’s art is both of our time and embedded deeply in a time past.

She is an acclaimed, New Orleans-based contemporary photographer whose body of work seems infused with a powerful nostalgia for the non-digital photographic forms and techniques of photography’s nascent years as an artistic medium in the previous two centuries. Sacabo conjures a world of mystery and mysticism in her work, excavating stories about lives lived in secret struggle or without inhibition, reviving traditional processes of photography like photogravure and tintypes, and giving much-needed voice to women of the past whose legacies still inspire and haunt the artist to this day. 863-688-7743 Schedule your visit online.

AMERICAN IMPRESSIONISM: TREASURES FROM THE DAYWOOD COLLECTION When: Sep. 01 - Oct. 24, 2021 Where: Polk Museum of Art

800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org This collection features 41 rarely-seen Impressionist paintings originally from the

private collection of Arthur Dayton and Ruth Woods Dayton. Celebrated as patrons of the arts in West Virginia and as consequential collectors of American art, the Daytons developed a fine art collection that exceeded 200 works. 863-688-7743 CIRO’S SWEET TOOTH DESSERT TOUR When: Sep. 01, 2021 | 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Winter Haven Parking Garage, 220 Ave A NW, Winter Haven winterhavenfoodtours.com Explore the sweeter side of Winter Haven, Florida! Muffins, Cupcakes, Pies, and more! Get ready to taste delicious desserts showcased at our amazing restaurants and stores. This tour is perfect for kids of all ages!

48 hours advance ticket purchase is required in order for the tour to run. Email info@winterhavenfoodtours.com AFTERNOON FLAVORS OF WINTER HAVEN FOOD TOUR When: Sep. 01, 2021 | 2-4:30 p.m.

Where: Winter Haven Parking Garage, 220 Ave A NW, Winter Haven winterhavenfoodtours.com Your friendly tour guide will share history of food and the award winning city all while you sample delicious dishes. Get to know why Winter Haven is where we live, work, and play.Tickets must be purchased 48 hours in advance. Email info@winterhavenfoodtours.com, price varies.

your benefits. All UAW retired members are welcome to take advantage of this drop in center. Please bring all pertinent paperwork in order to resolve any problems. At this time we are hoping to resume our monthly meetings again. We are looking into possible venues since we can’t have our meetings at the last place we were having them. Please contact the office for further updates on monthly meetings. Pass this info along to any UAW retired members you know who may not get this publication.

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HAPPY SEAT MEDITATION When: Sep. 02, 2021 | 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Where: Winter Haven Public Library, 325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven mywinterhaven.com/library Participants will be seated in a chair and guided through 2 or 3 separate meditations each about 10 minutes long. You will have time to share your experiences before and after the meditations. Learn how to calm your mind so you have more control over your thoughts, words, and actions in your everyday life. Space is limited, no experience necessary. 863-291-5880

HANDS ON A HARDBODY When: Sep. 03 - 19, 2021 Where: Lakeland Community Theatre

121 S Lake Avenue, Lakeland lakelandcommunitytheatre.com For ten Texans who are down on their luck, the chance at a new life is only fiftysome hours and a hardbody truck away.

Based on the real-life “Hands on a Hard Body Contest,” chronicled in the 1997 documentary, this all-American musical tells the story of a small-town Texas endurance contest, where the contestant who keeps their hands on a truck the longest, gets to keep the truck. Rated M, days and times vary.

AFTER HOURS AT THE MUSEUM When: Sep. 02, 2021 | 3-8 p.m.

Where: Polk Museum of Art

800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org The Polk Museum of Art will stay open late on the first Thursday of each month. During the evening, Dr. H. Alexander Rich, Executive Director and Chief Curator, will host a Curator Tour at 6 pm, providing in-depth art-historical and curatorial insight into one of our current exhibitions.Registration is not required, but appreciated.

WINTER HAVEN HAPPY HOUR WALKING TOUR When: Sep. 01, 2021 | 4:30-7 p.m.

Where: Winter Haven Parking Garage, 220 Ave A NW, Winter Haven winterhavenfoodtours.com The happy hour tour only focuses on bars and restaurants that host Happy Hours. This tour is only offered during the week and samples different foods from different restaurants that celebrate Happy Hour.Must be 21 with ID to attend.Tours must be purchased 48 hours in advance.Email info@winterhavenfoodtours. com, price varies.

LAKELAND FLYING TIGERS VS. CLEARWATER THRESHERS When: Sep. 02, 2021 | 6:30 p.m.

Where: Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland milb.com/lakeland/schedule/2021-09 Minor League Baseball

LAKELAND FLYING TIGERS VS. CLEARWATER THRESHERS When: Sep. 01, 2021 | 6:30 p.m.

Where: Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland milb.com/lakeland/schedule/2021-09 Minor League Baseball

TRIVIA THURSDAYS AT BARREL239 When: Sep. 02, 2021 | 6:45-9 p.m.

Where: Barrel239

239 3rd St SW, Winter Haven Hosted by Triviosity.Teams of no more than 6 players. Check-in starts at 6:30pm.

Questions start at 7:00pm. This event is 21 and up.

TRIVIA WEDNESDAYS AT FRONT PAGE BREWING When: Sep. 01, 2021 | 7-9 p.m.

Where: Front Page Brewing Co,

190 S Florida Ave, Bartow Gather your friends and join Triviosity at Front Page Brewing EVERY Wednesday evening. Check in starts at 6:30.

THURSDAY TRIVIA AT CRAFT+ KITCHEN When: Sep. 02, 2021 | 7-9 p.m.

Where: Craft + Kitchen

3234 S Florida Ave, Lakeland Weekly live trivia event at Craft + Kitchen hosted by Triviosity Live Events every Thursday. Prizes to the Top 3 teams.

UAW MID FLORIDA RETIREE COUNCIL When: Sep. 02, 2021 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: UWA Drop In Center

209 Avenue O SW, Winter Haven The office will be open every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.

Please contact them at (863) 293-5556 or drop by with any problems you have with

FREE PUNK FRIDAY When: Sep. 03, 2021 | 6-10 p.m.

Where: LKLD Live

202 N Massachusetts Ave. Lakeland lkldlive.wellattended.com FREE SHOW with De Prime, The Paperback

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LAKELAND FLYING TIGERS VS. CLEARWATER THRESHERS When: Sep. 03, 2021 | 6:30 p.m.

Where: Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland milb.com/lakeland/schedule/2021-09 Minor League Baseball

MITCHELL’S ART SHOW When: Sep. 04 - 28, 2021 Where: Mitchell’s Coffee Shop

235 N Kentucky Ave., Lakeland bartowartguild.com This is a joint show with the Bartow Art Guild and the Lakeland Art Guild to show art at Mitchell’s Coffee Shop in Lakeland. Mitchell’s is open daily except Sundays from 7am-5pm.

WINTER HAVEN FARMERS MARKET When: Sep. 04, 2021 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: NE corner of Third St and Ave C SW

Winter Haven winterhavenfarmersmarket.com This weekly market features local farmers, food trucks, artisan food vendors, plants, and a curated group of makers. Stop by every Saturday morning for live music and a healthy connected community supporting small businesses. This market is in the parking lot of the BB&T Bank lot across the street from Grove Roots in Downtown Winter Haven.

Interested vendors apply online.

2ND YEAR ANNIVERSARY PIRATE PARTY When: Sep. 04, 2021 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: Home Remedy Winter Haven

220 W Central Ave, Winter Haven Arrrrrr maties!! They are celebrating their 2nd year anniversary! They will have food, wine slushies to sip on while you walk the plank, discount, goodie bags and a special appearance by everyone’s favorite pirate, Jack Sparrow! Join them and help celebrate with loads of hidden booty and a swashbuckling good time! A portion of all sales that day will go to help provide food for The Mission.

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VIDIYO MUSIC FEST When: Sep. 04, 2021 | 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Where: Legoland Florida

1 Legoland Way, Winter Haven legoland.com/florida With interactive games, prize competitions, sing-alongs and creative pop-ups, it’s a fullon music festival of fun for the whole family.

Get your groove on in the dance offs, show off your creative side in the LEGO VIDIYO producers’ studio, and dress as your favorite band member for the chance to be crowned Best Dressed! International superstar DJ L.L.A.M.A will be appearing live and rocking out to his hit tune “Shake.”

CEMETERY TOUR When: Sep. 04, 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 within. The tour starts at the History Center with a short one-mile walk that includes historic landmarks along the route. It includes discussion on traditional burial practices, impact of the medical revolution and pioneers of Polk County. This program is offered on the 1st Saturday of each month at 11 a.m.(863) 534-4381 LAKELAND FLYING TIGERS VS. CLEARWATER THRESHERS When: Sep. 04, 2021 | 6 p.m.

Where: Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland milb.com/lakeland/schedule/2021-09 Minor League Baseball

DANIEL PEPIN ACOUSTIC When: Sep. 04, 2021 | 7-10 p.m.

Where: Craft + Kitchen

3234 Florida Ave S, Lakeland danielpepinmusic.com Enjoy great food, drinks, and elevated musicianship at Craft and Kitchen!

LAKELAND FLYING TIGERS VS. CLEARWATER THRESHERS When: Sep. 05, 2021 | 1 p.m.

Where: Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland milb.com/lakeland/schedule/2021-09 Minor League Baseball

CAMEO WRITERS When: Sep. 07, 2021 | 2-4 p.m.

Where: Winter Haven Public Library, 325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven mywinterhaven.com/library Cameo Writers welcomes writers of varying ability, genre, and experience. Receive knowledgeable, appreciative support and encouragement. Questions please contact Beverly Lerner at bevlerner@aol.com. CW meets on the first Tuesday of each month.

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LABOR DAY When: Sep. 06, 2021 CRAFT BEER & BINGO When: Sep. 06, 2021 | 7-8:30 p.m.

Where: Craft + Kitchen

3234 S Florida Ave, Lakeland Join us for Craft Beer and Bingo with Fisher!

Free to play, win beer & prizes! Every Monday.

3-WEEK HYBRID FOSTER CARE CLASS When: Sep. 07, 2021 | 6-8 p.m. heartlandforchildren.org/become Learn how you can become a foster care parent in Polk County. Tuesday Classes via Zoom: 9/7, 9/14, 9/21. To register call 863519-8900 x 289 or visit heartlandforchildren.org/become TRIVIA TUESDAYS AT GRB When: Sep. 07, 2021 | 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Where: Grove Roots Brewing Co.

302 3rd St. SW, Winter Haven Hosted by Triviosity Live Events. Prizes are awarded to the Top 3 Teams and the First Place team each week gets to claim the Trophy of Awesome! Teams may range between 1-8 players. All minors must be accompanied and actively supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

FIRE CIDER HERBAL CLASS When: Sep. 07, 2021 | 6-8 p.m.

Where: Home Remedy Winter Haven

220 W Central Ave, Winter Haven Cost $39 (863) 662-3114. Learn more about Home Remedy on Facebook @homeremecbdy

TRIVIA MONDAYS AT COB & PEN When: Sep. 06, 2021 | 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Where: Cob & Pen

1221 S. Florida Ave,, Lakeland Live trivia is happening at Cob & Pen every Monday. Tons of fun with your friends are win store with a huge craft beer selection, unique craft cocktails, and a amazing food menu.

Prizes for Top 3 Teams.

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OPEN MIC NIGHT When: Sep. 07, 2021 | 6-9 p.m.

Where: Gram Parsons Derry Down

297 5th St. NW, Winter Haven Musicians of all ages are invited to play in this historic venue, just come in and sign your name to perform up to 3 songs. Beginners, veteran performers, singer-songwriters, and anyone who wants to work on their craft in a supportive communal environment are welcome. For those of you who enjoy listening, please join us as well. There is no cost to attend. All Acoustic Open Mic Night happens the first Monday night each month at Gram Parsons Derry Down. *All performances will be acoustic*

MAT YOGA When: Sep. 07, 2021 | 10:15 a.m.

Where: Winter Haven Public Library, 325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven mywinterhaven.com/library Give yourself one hour of yoga to open the body, connect with your breath and open your mind. Each session begins with a gentle warmup and ends with 5 minutes of relaxation. Wear comfortable clothes and bring your own yoga mat. Space is limited.

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MORNING BOOK CLUB When: Sep. 08, 2021 | 10-11 a.m.

Where: Winter Haven Public Library

325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven mywinterhaven.com Meets on the second Wednesday of every month at 10:05 a.m. Titles include a variety of adult fiction, nonfiction and biographies.

September book is: “The Paris Library” by Janet Skeslien Charles. 863-291-5880 HAPPY SEAT MEDITATION When: Sep. 09, 2021 | 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Where: Winter Haven Public Library

325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven mywinterhaven.com/library Participants will be seated in a chair and guided through 2 or 3 separate meditations each about 10 minutes long. You will have time to share your experiences before and after the meditations. Learn how to calm your mind so you have more control over your thoughts, words, and actions in your everyday life. Space is limited, no experience necessary. 863-291-5880 WRITERS CRITIQUE GROUP When: Sep. 09, 2021 | 12:30-3 p.m.

Where: Winter Haven Public Library

325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven mywinterhaven.com/library This group provides an opportunity for aspiring writers to share their work with others interested in writing. Questions please contact Bill at wekeig@gmail.com. This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays every month.

POINT OF VIEW GALLERY TALK When: Sep. 10, 2021 | 12-1 p.m.

Where: Polk Museum of Art

800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Join us every second Friday of the month for a Point of View Gallery Talk! Each month, they invite special guests to discuss a current exhibition at the Museum, incorporating their own unique expertise and perspectives.

Registration is not required.

LAKELAND FOOD TRUCK RALLY When: Sep. 09, 2021 | 6 p.m.

Where: Munn Park, Lakeland lakelandgov.net 2nd Thursday of Every Month! Pet-friendly & family-friendly.

MUSEUM AMBASSADORS PROGRAM (MAP) INFORMATION SESSION When: Sep. 09, 2021 | 6-7:30 p.m.

Where: Polk Museum of Art

800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Join the Polk Museum of Art & Florida Southern College for an Information Session to learn more about the Museum Ambassadors Program! Meet with Dr. Alex Rich and the growing student team as they discuss how YOU can represent the Polk Museum of Art on campus, contribute to its programming, and participate in exciting training opportunities. No prior arts experience required! 863-688-7743

HITZ OF THE BRITZ When: Sep. 10, 2021 | 8 p.m.

Where: Chain O’ Lakes Stadium

500 Cletus Allen Dr Winter Haven theatrewinterhaven.com Performed outdoors near the Chain O’ Lakes Stadium. Bring your lawn chair, cooler and enjoy a great show under the stars! Gates open at 7 , show starts at 8.

VEGAS MCGRAW A TRIBUTE TO TIM MCGRAW When: Sep. 10, 2021 | 8 p.m.

Where: Ritz Theatre

263 W Central Ave, Winter Haven centralfloridatix.com Adam D. Tucker accurately re-creates the music and mystique of country music icon Tim McGraw . Adam and the band showcase McGraws’ chart-topping songs with megahits from the 90s such as “Don’t Take The Girl.”

3-WEEK FOSTER CARE CLASS When: Sep. 09, 2021 | 6:30-9 p.m.

Where: Heartland for Children

1350 E Main St. Suite C3, Bartow heartlandforchildren.org/become Learn how to become a foster parent in Polk County at this in-person 3-Week Foster Class. Thursday Classes 9/9, 9/16, 9/23.

To register call 863-519-8900 x 289 or visit heartlandforchildren.org/become

5TH ANNUAL FALLEN HEROES MEMORIAL 5K When: Sep. 11, 2021 | 7-11 a.m.

Where: Lakeland YMCA, 3620 Cleveland Heights Blvd., Lakeland lakelandpolicefoundation.com This year’s 5th Annual Fallen Heroes Memorial 5K will honor and commemorate the lives lost on September 11, 2001 along with the law enforcement officers who lost their lives this past year. Start Line at Lakeland YMCA and runs through the Three Parks Trail. Full details online.

PICTURES AT AN EXHIBITION When: Sep. 11, 2021 - Jan. 09, 2022 Where: Polk Museum of Art

800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Pictures at an Exhibition is a unique collaboration between the Polk Museum of Art and the Lakeland Symphony Orchestra.

Guest curated by instrumentalists of the Orchestra, Pictures at an Exhibition pairs artwork from the Museum’s permanent collection with hand-picked musical selections performed by the musicians themselves for a unique multi-sensory viewing and listening experience.Each work in this exhibition provides an exciting visual and musical pairing, encouraging visitors to experience how both the performing and visual arts can enhance and engage with one another. Sept.

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WINTER HAVEN FARMERS MARKET When: Sep. 11, 2021 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: NE corner of Third St and Ave C SW

Winter Haven winterhavenfarmersmarket.com This weekly market features local farmers, food trucks, artisan food vendors, plants, and a curated group of makers. Stop by every Saturday morning for live music and a healthy connected community supporting small businesses. This market is in the parking lot of the BB&T Bank lot across the street from Grove Roots in Downtown Winter Haven.

Interested vendors apply online.

THE FLORIDA GARDENER: EDIBLE LANDSCAPING When: Sep. 11, 2021 | 2-3 p.m.

Where: Bok Tower Gardens

1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Get the most from your yard by incorporating beautiful plants that also produce food for you and your family. Edible landscaping allows you to create a multi-functional landscape that repays your investment of water, and space, and time with food. Free for members/ $10 for non-members. Zoom login instructions will be emailed to you.

ZOOM & VROOM: POLK AND BEYOND: BARTOW, HOMELAND AND FORT MEADE When: Sep. 11, 2021 | 11 a.m. polk-county.net/history-center/zoom-andvroom Zoom & Vroom is a virtual program that provides registrants with the tools to create immersive learning experiences for the entire family. To participate in the live event on the 2nd Saturday of each month, tune in to the county Facebook page at 11 am. Activity packets and other materials can be picked up at the Polk County History Center, Tues.

— Sat. from 9 am to 5 pm while supplies last.

Contact the History Center’s Curator of Education and Visitor Engagement, Jayme Jamison, at JaymeJamison@polk-county.net for additional information.

MOMMA AND FRIENDS DRAG LUNCH When: Sep. 12, 2021 | 11 a.m.

Where: Lakeland Elks Lodge

4529 Harden Blvd., Lakeland rosedynastyfoundationinc.org/brunch This month’s proceeds will go to Art Crawl.

Get your tickets before they sell out!

Children’s tickets are $25 adult tickets are $30. This month’s entertainers are Momma Ashley Rose, Cherilyn Matthews , Mya Buena Matthews and special guest Mr. Vyn Suazion.

THE MUSIC OF MOTOWN When: Sep. 12, 2021 | 7 p.m.

Where: Chain O’ Lakes Stadium

500 Cletus Allen Dr Winter Haven theatrewinterhaven.com Performed outdoors near the Chain O’ Lakes Stadium. Bring your lawn chair, cooler and enjoy a great show under the stars! Featuring the Motowners. Gates open at 6, show starts at 7.

MAT YOGA When: Sep. 14, 2021 | 10:15 a.m.

Where: Winter Haven Public Library, 325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven mywinterhaven.com/library Give yourself one hour of yoga to open the body, connect with your breath and open your mind. Each session begins with a gentle warmup and ends with 5 minutes of relaxation. Wear comfortable clothes and bring your own yoga mat. Space is limited.

863-291-5880 LAKELAND FLYING TIGERS VS BRADENTON MARAUDERS When: Sep. 14, 2021 | 6:30 p.m.

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HARRIS-BARONE JAZZ TRIO When: Sep. 12, 2021 | 2-5 p.m.

Where: Swan Brewing

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THE MOONLIGHT MARKET When: Sep. 15, 2021 | 6-9 p.m.

Where: Grove Roots Brewing Co.

302 3rd St. SW, Winter Haven Shop from vendors from all over Central Florida, local food trucks, and and live music!

LAKELAND FLYING TIGERS VS BRADENTON MARAUDERS When: Sep. 15, 2021 | 6:30 p.m.

Where: Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland milb.com/lakeland/schedule/2021-09 Minor League Baseball HAPPY SEAT MEDITATION When: Sep. 16, 2021 | 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Where: Winter Haven Public Library, 325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven mywinterhaven.com/library Participants will be seated in a chair and guided through 2 or 3 separate meditations each about 10 minutes long. You will have time to share your experiences before and after the meditations. Learn how to calm your mind so you have more control over your thoughts, words, and actions in your everyday life. Space is limited, no experience necessary. 863-291-5880 MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE: VIRTUAL IN CONVERSATION WITH THE LAKELAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA When: Sep. 16, 2021 | 6-7 p.m.

Where: Polk Museum of Art

800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org How do art and music come together? When trained musicians see a work of visual art do

they associate music with it? Do you? It’s time to find out as we dig into the minds of our region’s most respected musical artists! This Fall, the Polk Museum of Art launches its first collaborative exhibition with the Lakeland Symphony Orchestra (LSO). In this MemberExclusive interactive conversation and Q&A, join Alex Rich, Executive Director of the Museum, as he takes your questions and chats with Amy Wiggins, Executive Director of LSO, and LSO musicians. RSVP online to receive a Zoom link to join the program!

Please complete your registration by 5 pm on September 16, 2021. With any questions or concerns, please call 863-688-7743 ex. 249 or email tholycross@polkmuseumofart.org.

LAKELAND FLYING TIGERS VS BRADENTON MARAUDERS When: Sep. 16, 2021 | 6:30 p.m.

Where: Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland milb.com/lakeland/schedule/2021-09 Minor League Baseball EMPOWER WOMEN IN BUSINESS SYMPOSIUM When: Sep. 17, 2021 | 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

Where: Catapult, 502 E Main St., Lakeland. lakelandbusinesswomen.com Central Florida SCORE will host its fourth annual symposium. Registration and breakfast will begin at 8:00 am and the program will be from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm.

Cost for single ticket is $40. Pre-registration is required. Limited Seating. Emily Rogers of Emily Rogers Consulting +Coaching is the Keynote Speaker. Kate Lake, My Office &

More is Workshop Presenter. Presentations will be followed with a panel of experienced, successful women entrepreneurs.

CANNED TUNA CONCERTS: DAN SIGNOR When: Sep. 17, 2021 | 6-8 p.m.

Where: Munn Park, Lakeland lakelandgov.net This is a new live music series called the Canned Tuna Concerts that will take place in Munn Park. Local favorite Dan Signor will start the quarterly music series that will highlight local musicians. Those attending the music series are invited to bring a can of tuna or another non-perishable food item to benefit Volunteers in Service to the Elderly (VISTE).

FALL HAUS MKRT When: Sep. 17, 2021 | 5:30-9 p.m.

Where: Haus 820

820 N Massachusetts Ave, Lakeland Come shop your favorite local vendors, enjoy cocktails from Cob & Pen at the bar, and stop by the courtyard to grab a bite to eat at one of the food trucks. As always, this event is family friendly, so bring your kids for a night out if you want!

LAKELAND FLYING TIGERS VS BRADENTON MARAUDERS When: Sep. 17, 2021 | 6:30 p.m.

Where: Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland milb.com/lakeland/schedule/2021-09 Minor League Baseball

BLING IT ON! When: Sep. 17, 2021 | 6 p.m.

Where: Lake Ashton Clubhouse

4140 Ashton Club Dr., Lake Wales mealsonwheelspolk.com The “Bling It On!”-themed fundraiser for Meals on Wheels features raffles, live and silent auctions, food by Longhorn Steakhouse and Olive Garden Restaurant and music by B Haven. All proceeds from the fundraiser will be used to provide nutritious, freshly-cooked meals for housebound people residing in the greater Winter Haven/Haines City area, as well as parts of Lakeland. For tickets, sponsorships and other information, call Susan Eldridge at 863-299-1616 or send an e-mail to susan@mealsonwheelspolk.com.

To find out more about becoming a MOW volunteer or client call 863-299-1616 or visit the MOW Web site at www.mealsonwheelspolk.com.

DANIEL PEPIN SOLO ACOUSTIC When: Sep. 17, 2021 | 7-10 p.m.

Where: Swan Brewing

115 W Pine St, Lakeland danielpepinmusic.com Enjoy great food, drinks, and elevated musicianship at Swan Brewing!

THE LEGENDS OF COUNTRY When: Sep. 17, 2021 | 8 p.m.

Where: Chain O’ Lakes Stadium,

500 Cletus Allen Dr, Winter Haven theatrewinterhaven.com Performed outdoors near the Chain O’ Lakes

Stadium. Bring your lawn chair, cooler and enjoy a great show under the stars! Gates open at 7, show starts at 8.

FOREVER PLAID When: Sep. 17 - 26, 2021 Where: Balmoral Event Center, 116 Kenny Blvd, Haines City centralfloridatix.com Produced by TheatreWorks Florida.

Synopsis: Once upon a time, there were four guys (Sparky, Smudge, Jinx and Frankie) who discovered that they shared a love for music and then got together to become their idols — The Four Freshman, The Hi-Lo’s and The Crew Cuts. Rehearsing in the basement of Smudge’s family’s plumbing supply company, they became “Forever Plaid.” Full of 50s tunes and pitch-perfect melodies!

7 RIVERS WATER FESTIVAL 5K When: Sep. 18, 2021 | 7:30-10 a.m.

Where: Central Park

4th St. NW, Winter Haven runsignup.com/Race/FL/ WinterHaven/7RiversWaterFestival5k This is a run/walk chip-timed 5k on the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes Trail along with the 7 Rivers Water Festival! After the race, the 7 Rivers Water Festival is a fun opportunity to learn more about water conservation. Enjoy games, take a plant tour or a boat cruise, touch-a-truck and take home useful prizes.

Family-friendly. Brought to you by the City of Winter Haven and Polk County Utilities. For full race schedule and to register, visit online.

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WINTER HAVEN FARMERS MARKET When: Sep. 18, 2021 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

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DANIEL PEPIN SOLO ACOUSTIC When: Sep. 18, 2021 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Where: Haven Coffee Roasters

140 3rd St SW, Winter Haven danielpepinmusic.com Join us for the best coffee in town paired with elevated musicianship!

DOCENT-LED TOURS When: Sep. 18, 2021 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Where: Polk Museum of Art

800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Free for everyone. Get a fresh look into the Museum’s featured exhibition through an informative and engaging conversation with one of the passionate docents. Learn the stories behind the work and dive into the world of art. Registration is not required.

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ARCHITECTURAL TOUR When: Sep. 18, 2021 | 11 a.m.

Where: Polk County History Center

100 E Main St, Bartow polk-county.net/history-center/education Discover the history behind the founding of the county and the design of the brilliant 1908 Courthouse. With a nod to its two predecessors, this tour explores the design, construction, and function of the courthouse.

The tour incorporates cross-curricular themes in history and fine arts.This program is offered on the 3rd Saturday of each month at 11 a.m.(863) 534-4381

CYPRESS GARDENS WATER SKI SHOW When: Sep. 18, 2021 | 5 p.m.

Where: American Legion Post 8

300 Ave M NW, Winter Haven cypressgardensskiteam.com On the 3rd Saturday of each month, bring a chair or blanket and watch the world famous ski team perform on Lake Silver. Watch from American Legion Post 8, 300 Ave M NW in Downtown Winter Haven while MLK Park is under construction.

LAKELAND FLYING TIGERS VS BRADENTON MARAUDERS When: Sep. 18, 2021 | 6 p.m.

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GROVE ROOTS BREWERY 5TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY When: Sep. 18, 2021 | 12-11 p.m.

Where: Grove Roots Brewing Co.

302 3rd St. SW, Winter Haven CHEERS TO 5 YEARS!!! Join GRB for limited beer releases, multiple food trucks, dueling bands, a huge cake, new merch, and fun vendors! Music by Coastal Accoustic Barefoot Music, The Broke, and Hunter Smith.

LAKELAND FLYING TIGERS VS BRADENTON MARAUDERS When: Sep. 19, 2021 | 1 p.m.

Where: Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland milb.com/lakeland/schedule/2021-09 Minor League Baseball

HISPANIC HERITAGE FESTIVAL When: Sep. 18, 2021 | 12-4 p.m.

Where: Eloise Resource Center

710 Snively Ave, Eloise Polk County Parks & Recreation’s Hispanic Heritage Festival is a celebration of culture through music, art and food. This free family event will feature live entertainment, games, art, music, creation stations and food prepared by local vendors. For more information, please call the Eloise Resource Center at (863) 298-4485.

THE MUSIC OF EARTH, WIND AND FIRE When: Sep. 19, 2021 | 7 p.m.

Where: Chain O’ Lakes Stadium

500 Cletus Allen Dr Winter Haven theatrewinterhaven.com Performed outdoors near the Chain O’ Lakes Stadium. Bring your lawn chair, cooler and enjoy a great show under the stars! Gates

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open at 6, show starts at 7.

MAT YOGA When: Sep. 21, 2021 | 10:15 a.m.

Where: Winter Haven Public Library, 325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven mywinterhaven.com/library Give yourself one hour of yoga to open the body, connect with your breath and open your mind. Each session begins with a gentle warmup and ends with 5 minutes of relaxation. Wear comfortable clothes and bring your own yoga mat. Space is limited.

863-291-5880 TUESDAY BOOK CLUB When: Sep. 21, 2021 | 4 p.m.

Where: Winter Haven Public Library

325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven mywinterhaven.com/library The Tuesday Book Club meets on the third Tuesday of every month. Titles include a variety of adult fiction, nonfiction and biographies. September book: “Sold on a Monday” by Kristina McMorris.

863-291-5880 AUTUMNAL EQUINOX When: Sep. 22, 2021 First day of Fall, aka, pumpkin spice season.

REPUBLICAN WOMEN’S CLUB OF LAKELAND When: Sep. 22, 2021 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Grasslands Golf & Country Club, 1600 Grasslands Blvd., Lakeland When: - 4th Wednesday of each month - 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 — i.e. 1st Friday, downtown Lakeland, 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 info, contact Jane Stevenson, Treasurer, stevenjane11365@aol.com HAPPY SEAT MEDITATION When: Sep. 23, 2021 | 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Where: Winter Haven Public Library, 325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven mywinterhaven.com/library Participants will be seated in a chair and guided through 2 or 3 separate meditations each about 10 minutes long. You will have time to share your experiences before and after the meditations. Learn how to calm your mind so you have more control over your thoughts, words, and actions in your everyday life. Space is limited, no experience necessary. 863-291-5880 WRITERS CRITIQUE GROUP When: Sep. 23, 2021 | 12:30-3 p.m.

Where: Winter Haven Public Library, 325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven mywinterhaven.com/library This group provides and opportunity for aspiring writers to share their work with others interested in writing. Questions please contact Bill at wekeig@gmail.com. This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays every month.

CELEBRATE WINTER HAVEN: AN ANNUAL TRADITION When: Sep. 23, 2021 | 6 p.m.

Where: Nora Mayo Hall

500 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven winterhavenchamber.com This celebration is a night to revel in all things Winter Haven! The Greater Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce will award the 95th annual Citizens of the Year Banker’s Cup Awards, honor the small and large business of the year and have a few surprises throughout the night. Reserve your ticket in advance.

of Wawa. Committed to the communities they serve, Wawa is keeping the Gardens growing with their generous support.

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY - BARTOW EXECUTIVE AIRPORT When: Sep. 24, 2021 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: Bartow Executive Airport, 5993 Airport Blvd, Bartow facebook.com/BartowAirport Change your lunch time scenery! Fly in, drive in, or walk in to grab a bite to eat on the airside ramp of the airport. Outdoor and indoor seating with views of the runways and taxiways will be available during the event.

This is a once month event on the last Friday of the month. Each month will host a different food truck.

TOTALLY 80’S DANCE PARTY When: Sep. 23, 2021 | 7-10 p.m.

Where: Balmoral Event Center

116 Kenny Blvd, Haines City centralfloridatix.com Grab your legwarmers for a trip back in time - all your favorite 80’s music just like you remember it! Dance the night away to classic 80’s tunes with DJ Greg. 80’s outfits are encouraged, so dress up and party down, it’ll be the time of your life! There will be two contests throughout the night: Best Dance & Best Dressed! A taco bar station will be also be available for you to enjoy at no additional cost! Ticket price: $30 (including taco bar) $40 at the door

DANIEL PEPIN SOLO When: Sep. 24, 2021 | 7-10 p.m.

Where: The Federal Bar

124 S Tennessee Ave, Lakeland danielpepinmusic.com Join us at the wonderful Federal Bar for a night of drinks and elevated musicianship!

THE MUSIC FROM THE GRAND OLE OPRY When: Sep. 24, 2021 | 8 p.m.

Where: Chain O’ Lakes Stadium, 500 Cletus Allen Drive, Winter Haven theatrewinterhaven.com Performed outdoors near the Chain O’ Lakes Stadium. Bring your lawn chair, cooler and enjoy a great show under the stars! Gates open at 7, show starts at 8.

WAWA SUMMER FUN DAY When: Sep. 24, 2021 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Where: Bok Tower Gardens

1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Enjoy complimentary admission compliments

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NATIONAL DRIVE ELECTRIC WEEK When: Sep. 25, 2021 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Winter Haven Farmer’s Market, NE Corner of 3rd St SW and Ave C, Winter Haven driveelectricweek.org Interested in learning about electric vehicles (EVs) and how to charge them? Come and see why EVs are becoming so popular! This FREE family-friendly event will have several EV owners showcasing their EVs, answering your questions & sharing their enthusiasm.

Learn about the cost savings, reliability, high performance, safety, and environmentalfriendliness of these vehicles. Dispel your fears about charging anxiety. Several different EV models and electric bicycles will be on display.

Register at: driveelectricweek.org.

WINTER HAVEN FARMERS MARKET When: Sep. 04, 2021 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: NE corner of Third St and Ave C SW

Winter Haven winterhavenfarmersmarket.com This weekly market features local farmers, food trucks, artisan food vendors, plants, and a curated group of makers. Stop by every Saturday morning for live music and a healthy connected community supporting small businesses. This market is in the parking lot of the BB&T Bank lot across the street from Grove Roots in Downtown Winter Haven.

Interested vendors apply online.

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NATIONAL DRIVE ELECTRIC WEEK When: Sep. 25, 2021 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Lake Wales Farmers Market

1 North Market St, Lake Wales driveelectricweek.org Interested in learning about electric vehicles (EVs) and how to charge them?Come and see why EVs are becoming so popular! This FREE family-friendly event will have several EV owners showcasing their EVs, answering your questions & sharing their enthusiasm.

Learn about the cost savings, reliability, high performance, safety, and environmentalfriendliness of these vehicles. Dispel your fears about charging anxiety. Several different EV models and electric bicycles will be on display.

Register at: driveelectricweek.org.

MEET FLORIDA MEAT 2021 When: Sep. 25, 2021 | 2-9 p.m.

Where: Hertaberkschwein Farms, 13512 Sendcastle Dr, Groveland floridafarmfinder.com A gathering of all things Florida and Farming!

We are so excited to introduce you to your local farmers! Enjoy hay rides, food trucks, AG exhibits and more. Free Admission, Free parking!

MAJESTY OF ROCK: A TRIBUTE TO JOURNEY AND STYX When: Sep. 25, 2021 | 8 p.m.

Where: Ritz Theatre

263 W Central Ave, Winter Haven centralfloridatix.com Majesty of Rock is a mega talented group of musicians who faithfully re-create the sound and feel of the two super groups: Journey and Styx. Any way you want it, Journey with us back to the magical time of arena rock.

DIY button & patches & zine booths, henna tattoos, live T-shirt screenprinting, and even inflatables. Food vendors: Jimmy’s Seafood, Nah Dogs Vegan Hot Dogs, Blue Dog BBQ, and Pelicans Snow Cones!

THE MUSIC OF BILLY JOEL When: Sep. 26, 2021 | 7 p.m.

Where: Chain O’ Lakes Stadium

500 Cletus Allen Dr Winter Haven theatrewinterhaven.com Performed outdoors near the Chain O’ Lakes Stadium. Bring your lawn chair, cooler and enjoy a great show under the stars! Gates open at 6, show starts at 7.

PRIDE KICKOFF PARTY When: Sep. 25, 2021 | 9 p.m.-2 a.m.

Where: The Parrot

1030 E Main St., Lakeland polkpridefl.com Polk Pride 2021 begins! Join Polk Pride for the Pride Week Kickoff at The Lakeland Parrot.

This event is 21+ as it is a bar venue. Enjoy some dancing, drag and drinks!

AFTER SCHOOL ART When: Sep. 27, 2021 | 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Where: Polk Museum of Art

800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org After School Art is designed for the parent and child to learn creative new skills together.

Come join the museum for a new lesson each week using a different medium and learn about the elements of art. The activities are easily designed to be recreated at home to further enhance your young artists’ skills - and yours, too! Doors open at 4:20 pm. Space is limited; be sure to arrive early to secure your spot!

LAKELAND PUNK ROCK FLEA When: Sep. 26, 2021 | 12-6 p.m.

Where: Swan Brewing

115 W Pine St., Lakeland With live music some of the best punk bands across central Florida. Lakeland’s own BULLY FOR YOU and THE KUTOFFS. Tampa’s very own BLACK VALLEY MOON and WOLF-FACE, & Orlando’s BORN LOSERS. With over 30+ vendors specializing in counter culture collectables, vinyl, clothing, hand made art and other oddities. Tons of hands on activities for all ages including

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DEMOCRATIC WOMEN’S CLUB OF LAKELAND When: Sep. 27, 2021 | 6 p.m.

Where: 1515 Williamsburg Square, Lakeland dwclakeland.org The Democratic Women’s Club of Lakeland is a proud, fearless and determined group of Democratic women and men. Our meetings are informative with quality speakers focused on current local, state, and national issues.

Our outreach includes having a presence at community events, such as, First Friday, the Martin Luther King Parade, Pride in the Park, and voter registration, to name a few.

Members are also involved in Democratic campaigns, supporting or opposing legislative activities, and other opportunities to support the Democratic agenda.Our Club typically meets on the 4th Monday of the month. Social time begins at 6:00 p.m.- Program begins at 6:30 p.m. and adjourns at 8:00 p.m. Refreshments are provided.The meeting is open to the public.

If you have questions, you can email the club at dwclakeland@gmail.com or visit our website at dwclakeland.org for additional information regarding our meeting protocol.

MAT YOGA When: Sep. 28, 2021 | 10:15 a.m.

Where: Winter Haven Public Library, 325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven mywinterhaven.com/library Give yourself one hour of yoga to open the body, connect with your breath and

open your mind. Each session begins with a gentle warmup and ends with 5 minutes of relaxation. Wear comfortable clothes and bring your own yoga mat. Space is limited.

863-291-5880 DEMOCRATIC WOMEN’S CLUB OF EAST POLK/RIDGE When: Sep. 28, 2021 | 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Where: The R-Place Eatery Restaurant

35523 Hwy 27, Haines City The Democratic Women’s Club of East Polk/ Ridge meets every 4th Tuesday of the month.

All Democratic women are welcome to join the club, where we discuss shared political views and volunteer for activities that help elect fellow Democrats. Contact: Anne Huffman, Club President (863-242-3230) and annehuffman01@gmail.com PRIDE FOR YOUTH - POLK PRIDE 2021 When: Sep. 29, 2021 | 6:30 p.m.

Where: Skate World Lakeland, 911 North Lake Parker Avenue, Lakeland polkpridefl.com Lakeland Youth Alliance celebrates Polk Pride with an amazing youth event at Skate World Lakeland. Ages 13-20 are invited to come celebrate Pride with the LYA! HAPPY SEAT MEDITATION When: Sep. 30, 2021 | 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Where: Winter Haven Public Library, 325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven. mywinterhaven.com/library

Participants will be seated in a chair and guided through 2 or 3 separate meditations each about 10 minutes long. You will have time to share your experiences before and after the meditations. Learn how to calm your mind so you have more control over your thoughts, words, and actions in your everyday life. Space is limited, no experience necessary. 863-291-5880

Ever wonder where all 2,800 pieces in our collection are stored? Curious to see how we store our work, view works that are rarely seen, or ask our Curatorial team what it takes to put an exhibition together? Now’s your chance! Following the discussion, enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of our collections and storage of the Museum! Register online. If you have any questions, please call 863-2796764 ex. 249.

LADIES NIGHT DOWNTOWN When: Sep. 30, 2021 | 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Where: Downtown Winter Haven mainstreetwh.com CALLING ALL LADIES! We have a TOTALLY RAD night planned to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Downtown Winter Haven business will be open late and invite you to wear your favorite PINK 80’s fashion for a night of Happen’en, Shop’en and Dine’en. Register online! For just $10, you are able to participate in all of the specials, door prizes, and yummy bites and drinks!

PRIDE IN FAITH - POLK PRIDE 2021 When: Sep. 30, 2021 | 7 p.m.

Where: Beacon Hill Fellowship

220 W Beacon Rd., Lakeland polkpridefl.com Polk Pride invites persons of all faiths to

MEMBER EXCLUSIVE: MUSEUM IN FOCUS WITH THE CURATORIAL TEAM When: Sep. 30, 2021 | 6-7 p.m.

Where: Polk Museum of Art

800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland polkmuseumofart.org Join the museum for a behind-the-scenes talk and tour with the incredible Curatorial team!

Join your favorites, Laura Putnam, Loren Hicks, Matt Belcher, and Dr. Alex Rich, for an evening panel discussion at the Museum!

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LAKELAND

523 SMITH AVE................................................ HAINES CITY.............. 6/15/2021...............$149,600

1115 LAKE PLACE CT.............................................LAKELAND.............. 6/15/2021...............$237,000

588 BOARDWALK AVE................................... HAINES CITY.............. 6/16/2021...............$301,000

1119 PALMETTO ST...............................................LAKELAND.............. 6/15/2021................ $82,000

606 STONEHAVEN DR.................................... HAINES CITY...............6/17/2021.............. $250,000

1536 ARTHUR BLVD............................................LAKELAND..............6/23/2021...............$170,000

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1610 REYNOLDS RD LOT 38................................LAKELAND..............6/23/2021................ $75,000

666 EAGLE RUN..................................................LAKELAND............. 6/24/2021.............. $220,000

1625 MERRICK RD...............................................LAKELAND.............. 6/15/2021...............$150,000

6702 ASHBURY DR.............................................LAKELAND...............6/17/2021............. $408,000

1631 GOODYEAR AVE.........................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021........... $1,900,000

6824 HEATHERBROOK DR................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021...............$315,000

1836 N CRYSTAL LAKE DR APT 10......................LAKELAND.............. 6/21/2021...............$136,000

746 LAMP POST LN.............................................LAKELAND.............. 6/21/2021.............. $324,000

1836 N CRYSTAL LAKE DR APT 82......................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021................$115,000

7566 GUNSTOCK DR..........................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021.............. $323,600

2035 CONRAD ST...............................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021............... $231,000

7617 ROLLING GROVE DR..................................LAKELAND...............6/17/2021.............. $220,000

2043 SHAKESPEARE ST......................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021........... $1,400,000

825 BRYSON LOOP.............................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021...............$150,000

2214 MATEO ST....................................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021............... $125,000

8517 SUNNYDALE LN..........................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021..............$260,000

2420 GOLFVIEW ST............................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021...............$158,000

968 HUNTERS MEADOW LN..............................LAKELAND.............. 6/27/2021...............$374,200

2608 ROYAL DR..................................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021............... $159,900

1814 ALTAVISTA CIR.............................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021.............. $325,000

2725 WILLISTON DR............................................LAKELAND...............7/13/2021................$50,000

1886 ALTAVISTA CIR............................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021.............. $425,000

604 INGRAHAM AVE..........................................LAKELAND...............6/17/2021..............$345,000

2018 SPYGLASS CT..............................................LAKELAND.............. 6/15/2021...............$140,000

1042 SUCCESS AVE.............................................LAKELAND...............6/17/2021..............$305,000

2033 HARVEST LANDING CIR............................LAKELAND.............. 6/15/2021.............. $245,800

1130 EDGEWOOD DR..........................................LAKELAND..............6/22/2021...............$168,000

2373 PEAVINE CIR...............................................LAKELAND............. 6/30/2021............... $159,500

120 MORNINGSIDE DR........................................LAKELAND.............. 6/15/2021.............. $425,000

3166 BECKETT WAY............................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021................. $61,500

1403 LEIGHTON AVE...........................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021..............$300,000

3174 BECKETT WAY.............................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021................. $61,500

1433 EASTON DR.................................................LAKELAND.............. 6/15/2021................$317,500

3190 BECKETT WAY............................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021................. $61,500

1747 LAUREL GLEN PL.........................................LAKELAND.............. 6/15/2021.............. $425,000

3443 SUTTON RIDGE ST....................................LAKELAND...............6/17/2021...............$273,500

221 W PALM DR....................................................LAKELAND...............6/17/2021..............$388,000

3449 SUTTON RIDGE ST....................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021.............. $273,000

2976 MISSION LAKES DR....................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021..............$260,000

3455 SUTTON RIDGE ST.....................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021...............$273,500

302 PALENCIA PL................................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021...............$223,800

3461 SUTTON RIDGE ST.....................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021.............. $270,000

320 ROBIN RD.....................................................LAKELAND...............6/17/2021.............. $235,000

3767 ROLLINGSFORD CIR..................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021.............. $279,800

3430 TURNBERRY DR........................................LAKELAND..............6/23/2021............... $515,000

5231 CORNELL ST................................................LAKELAND................8/4/2021.............. $720,000

4175 MARSEILLE LN.............................................LAKELAND..............6/23/2021............... $264,100

5245 HARVARD ST..............................................LAKELAND................8/2/2021..............$420,000

524 PRINCESS PL.................................................LAKELAND............. 6/20/2021.............. $265,000

5246 HWY 98......................................................LAKELAND................8/4/2021.............. $720,000

624 GRASSLANDS VILLAGE CIR........................LAKELAND.............. 6/21/2021.............. $265,000

5246 HWY 98......................................................LAKELAND................8/2/2021..............$420,000

630 WOODWARD ST..........................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021............... $312,500

5246 US HIGHWAY 98........................................LAKELAND................8/4/2021.............. $720,000

705 W SHADY LN.................................................LAKELAND..............6/23/2021...............$150,000

5705 MANCHESTER DR......................................LAKELAND.............. 6/21/2021.............. $250,000

818 DEMINGTON ST............................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021..............$205,000

7189 CEDARCREST BLVD....................................LAKELAND.............. 6/15/2021..............$305,000

1110 MELVILLE AVE...............................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021...............$146,000

7720 ROLLING GROVE DR E...............................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021.............. $270,000

2131 PEYTO WAY..................................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021................$132,700

8026 LAKE JAMES BLVD.....................................LAKELAND...............6/17/2021...............$275,000

2258 CASPIAN DR...............................................LAKELAND..............6/22/2021...............$267,000

8160 CAMPBELL CROSSING CIR........................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021.............. $270,600

2279 GENEVA DR................................................LAKELAND.............. 6/21/2021..............$360,000

8250 WESTMONT TERRACE DR........................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021.............. $270,000

303 NORMANDY ST............................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021...............$130,000

8723 FORT SOCRUM VILLAGE PL......................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021...............$208,100

5171 DEESON POINTE CT....................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021..............$489,900

9525 OLD DADE CITY RD...................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021..............$560,000

734 PARKVIEW PL...............................................LAKELAND...............6/17/2021...............$190,000

2811 GRANDBURY GROVE RD............................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021..............$305,000

742 CRAWFORD ST.............................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021................$85,000

3746 PEREGRINE WAY........................................LAKELAND.............. 6/21/2021.............. $370,000

742 CRAWFORD ST.............................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021................$110,000

3917 SERENADE LN.............................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021...............$222,000

1050 ODONIEL DR..............................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021..............$338,000

4039 PINE FOREST PL.........................................LAKELAND.............. 6/21/2021................ $53,600

141 FERNERY RD APT H8.....................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021................$64,000

4245 HOMEWOOD LN.......................................LAKELAND.............. 6/15/2021................ $421,100

2145 PIONEER DR................................................LAKELAND.............. 6/21/2021...............$189,900

4283 HAMILTON RD...........................................LAKELAND.............. 6/15/2021.............. $365,000

3373 MOUNT TABOR RD....................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021...............$183,000

4332 MELBROOKE CT........................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021..............$298,000

522 CASSANDRA LN...........................................LAKELAND.............. 6/15/2021................$58,000

5065 HAYES RD...................................................LAKELAND..............6/23/2021.............. $245,000

6127 MAGPIE DR..................................................LAKELAND.............. 6/15/2021..............$240,000

5383 ARLINGTON RIVER DR..............................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021...............$262,200

6380 EGRET DR APT 23......................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021............... $175,000

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DISCOVER WHY THE ESTATES AT CARPENTERS IS ...

THE Best OF THE Best FOR LAKELAND – AND YOU!

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hen it comes to retirement communities, it can be hard to see how they stand out from one another. Is it location and programming? Freedom and opportunities to explore and grow your mind? There are so many things that make a community stand out from the rest as the best – but at The Estates, it’s everything!

THE Best VALUE

WHY SETTLE FOR ANYTHING LESS THAN THE Best RETIREMENT?

Here you can say goodbye to the hassles of homeownership including maintenance and housekeeping, cooking, utilities, transportation, taxes and more. Instead, say hello to a sound retirement plan because Lifecare allows you access to care for life at the same price you currently pay for independent living, protecting your assets from future rising health care costs!

From uncompromised senior living and the benefits of Lifecare to an active and engaging lifestyle and abundant choices each day, it’s easy to see why The Estates at Carpenters was voted the Best Retirement Community in LKLD Magazine.

THE Best PLAN FOR THE FUTURE

THE Best AMENITIES

For over 34 years, we’ve provided active older adults with uncompromised retirement living and an unrivaled lifestyle. Here, life revolves around you – allowing you to enjoy an active lifestyle while spending days as you please.

Situated on over 33 acres, The Estates offers a quiet and peaceful retreat with the amenities and services you desire to keep you active, healthy and happy! Enjoy all that we offer within our community, including our art studio and Carpenter’s Shop, bistro, pool, fitness center with full-time personal trainer, beauty salon and more. Plus, enjoy our community’s natural beauty as you wind around the Oak Grove and enjoy the Florida flora and fauna with shaded benches. It’s all waiting for you at The Estates!

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Bonnie Geohagan

Retired Law Enforcement Executive

Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist “I moved in six months before the pandemic changed our world.

I was so glad I was here during the lockdown because I wasn’t alone. I felt safe from unnecessary exposure from outside sources, my meals and packages were delivered. I had everything I needed – including love and support from a truly wonderful staff.

Also, during the pandemic, I had a knee replacement. I didn’t even have to leave the community for rehab because rehabilitation was right downstairs.”

“Moving to The Estates was one of my best decisions. It has everything I need – and want: a beautiful home, a convenient location, friends who share my values and the promise of Lifecare should my health needs ever change. Each day brings new opportunities for me to enjoy something new and fun … I’ve joined the choir, I volunteer, I go to Bible Study, I work out, I’ve even played bean bag baseball and used a stationary Cypress bike to take a road trip…

2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms 987 sq. ft.

I also appreciate that, like me, The Estates is prepared for the unexpected. No matter what Signature Cypress happens, The Estates has a 2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms 987 sq. ft. plan that will help the staff deal with anything life throws its way and that brings me tremendous peace of mind.”

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“From our spacious kitchen and places to entertain to our beautiful walk-in closets and office, our Grand Magnolia apartment home keeps us close to the lifestyle that awaits outside our doors while giving us the privacy and space we desire if we choose! It’s simply the perfect floor plan for us – and The Estates is the perfect place for us to enjoy this time in our life. And the best part? We are guaranteed care for LIFE! (PS – Our cats are happy too!)”

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FIVE YEARS RUNNING

5447 ARLINGTON RIVER DR..............................LAKELAND...............6/17/2021..............$393,000

2905 PICKARDS PASS.........................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021...............$193,000

5464 ARLINGTON RIVER DR..............................LAKELAND.............. 6/15/2021.............. $295,900

2913 PICKARDS PASS..........................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021...............$193,000

5564 KEATON SPRINGS DR................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021...............$307,900

316 HAWICK LN...................................................LAKELAND.............. 6/15/2021.............. $365,000

5635 PEACE RIVER DR........................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021............... $241,300

3860 FEATHERWOOD TRL................................LAKELAND.............. 6/15/2021.............. $238,900

5639 PEACE RIVER DR........................................LAKELAND.............. 6/15/2021...............$273,800

4120 SUNNY LAND DR........................................LAKELAND.............. 6/21/2021..............$230,000

5648 PEACE RIVER DR........................................LAKELAND...............6/17/2021.............. $284,700

5351 PLANTATION VISTA WAY...........................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021...............$615,000

5650 ALEXANDER SPRINGS PL..........................LAKELAND...............6/17/2021...............$259,500

545 LAKE MYSTIC LN..........................................LAKELAND.............. 6/21/2021...............$229,500

5652 PEACE RIVER DR........................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021.............. $293,000

6217 CROSS CREEK BLVD............................ LAKELAND............ 6/18/2021............$245,000

5656 PEACE RIVER DR........................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021.............. $290,500

6352 GARDNER DR...................................... LAKELAND............ 6/16/2021............$293,000

5660 PEACE RIVER DR........................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021...............$263,700

640 LAKE CAROLYN CIR............................. LAKELAND.............6/15/2021............. $181,000

5664 PEACE RIVER DR........................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021............... $257,800

6436 EVERGREEN PARK DR........................ LAKELAND.............6/15/2021............ $267,000

6005 TANCREDE CT...........................................LAKELAND...............6/17/2021............... $155,000

6450 HIGHLANDS OAK TRL........................ LAKELAND.............6/15/2021............ $619,000

6378 TORRINGTON CIR......................................LAKELAND..............6/22/2021.............. $224,000

6519 EMERALD WOODS LN......................... LAKELAND............ 6/18/2021..............$99,900

6852 PALOMINO DR...........................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021.............. $238,000

6538 CRESCENT LAKE DR........................... LAKELAND............ 6/18/2021............$585,000

6881 GLENBROOK DR........................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021...............$267,000

654 WHISPER WOODS DR........................... LAKELAND............ 6/16/2021............$699,900

2742 GREYHAWK ESTATE LN.............................LAKELAND.............. 6/15/2021..............$436,000

6552 EMERALD WOODS LN........................ LAKELAND............ 6/22/2021............. $90,600

3024 JENNA MAE WAY........................................LAKELAND..............6/25/2021................ $417,700

6552 EMERALD WOODS LN........................ LAKELAND............ 6/22/2021............$100,000

3624 ROYAL CT...................................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021...............$410,000

6703 TREYMONT DR................................... LAKELAND............ 6/16/2021..............$62,600

4078 PRAIRIE BEND LN.......................................LAKELAND.............. 6/15/2021................$181,000

6727 TREYMONT DR................................... LAKELAND............ 6/18/2021............ $193,000

4945 DECKSIDE LOOP........................................LAKELAND..............6/22/2021..............$200,000

6955 BUSHNELL DR..................................... LAKELAND.............6/15/2021............$426,500

4969 DECKSIDE LOOP.......................................LAKELAND..............6/18/2021................$89,000

920 WANETA AVE........................................ LAKELAND.............6/21/2021............. $50,000

6116 CALENDAR CT.............................................LAKELAND.............. 6/21/2021...............$214,000 104 W CHRISTINA BLVD.....................................LAKELAND...............6/17/2021...............$416,000

WINTER HAVEN

1047 WOODLAND OAKS DR..............................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021................ $73,000

128 RIDGE AVE..................................... WINTER HAVEN............6/23/2021............. $90,000

1205 HEIDI LN......................................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021...............$225,000

2065 ISLE ROYALE CT UNIT 146........... WINTER HAVEN............6/23/2021............. $84,000

1604 ROSE DR.....................................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021.............. $265,000

4146 SPRUCEWOOD ST...................... WINTER HAVEN............ 6/22/2021............. $89,000

1633 ROSE DR......................................................LAKELAND.............. 6/21/2021...............$310,000

4212 ROLLING OAKS DR...................... WINTER HAVEN...............7/2/2021.............$107,000

1804 CLUBHOUSE RD........................................LAKELAND...............7/27/2021.............. $276,000

4240 ROLLING OAKS DR..................... WINTER HAVEN............6/30/2021.............. $77,000

1853 MICHELLE LN..............................................LAKELAND.............. 6/16/2021..............$360,000

4241 CEDARWOOD ST......................... WINTER HAVEN............ 6/25/2021..............$92,500

2819 WHITNEY ST...............................................LAKELAND.............. 6/15/2021...............$416,000

453 ADRIEL AVE.................................. WINTER HAVEN.............6/21/2021............$270,000

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5009 STRADA DR................................ WINTER HAVEN............ 6/22/2021..............$89,900

120 EMANUELLE DR............................. WINTER HAVEN............ 6/18/2021........... $300,000

6363 CRYSTAL BEACH RD................... WINTER HAVEN............ 7/28/2021............ $195,000

123 ELOISE OAKS DR............................ WINTER HAVEN.............6/15/2021........... $288,000

700 SUNWAY LN.................................. WINTER HAVEN............ 6/18/2021............$355,000

1310 BENEVENTO DR........................... WINTER HAVEN............ 6/22/2021............. $276,100

851 SUMMER GLEN DR........................ WINTER HAVEN.............6/21/2021............$226,000

1311 BENEVENTO DR............................ WINTER HAVEN............ 6/16/2021.............$257,600

878 KILLEARN BLVD............................ WINTER HAVEN............. 6/17/2021.............$110,000

1323 BENEVENTO DR........................... WINTER HAVEN............ 6/18/2021............$266,300

878 KILLEARN BLVD............................ WINTER HAVEN............ 6/18/2021............ $130,000

1443 KING FISH LN............................... WINTER HAVEN............ 6/16/2021............$250,000

1100 N LAKE HOWARD DR................... WINTER HAVEN............. 6/17/2021............ $376,300

173 SWEET CIR..................................... WINTER HAVEN............6/29/2021..............$75,000

1203 NW 33RD ST................................ WINTER HAVEN.............6/21/2021............. $89,000

1820 WOODPOINTE DR...................... WINTER HAVEN............ 6/25/2021............. $517,200

2126 NW GREENWAY DR...................... WINTER HAVEN.............6/21/2021............$225,000

1843 WOODPOINTE DR...................... WINTER HAVEN.............6/15/2021............$385,000

2204 NW 21ST ST................................. WINTER HAVEN............6/24/2021............. $60,000

196 SWEET CIR..................................... WINTER HAVEN............. 7/12/2021..............$70,000

223 HIBISCUS ST.................................. WINTER HAVEN.............6/21/2021............$256,000

2232 FIRESTONE PL............................. WINTER HAVEN............ 6/16/2021.............$179,900

226 OLEANDER ST............................... WINTER HAVEN............6/24/2021............$234,500

2415 WINTERSET RD............................ WINTER HAVEN............ 6/16/2021...........$1,135,000

30 CASARENA CT................................ WINTER HAVEN............ 6/18/2021...........$400,000

2761 ATTWATER LOOP........................ WINTER HAVEN............ 6/16/2021.............$215,000

309 WINTER RIDGE BLVD.................... WINTER HAVEN.............6/15/2021............ $135,000

2982 PLANTATION RD......................... WINTER HAVEN............ 6/22/2021............ $497,500

373 ALEXZANDER WAY....................... WINTER HAVEN............ 6/18/2021............$298,500

317 FISH HAWK DR............................... WINTER HAVEN............ 6/18/2021............$250,000

432 LANHAM DR................................. WINTER HAVEN............6/23/2021............. $271,700

3926 BEDFORD AVE............................ WINTER HAVEN.............6/15/2021............$264,500

452 MCKENNA DR............................... WINTER HAVEN............ 6/18/2021.............$261,600

4004 PALMA CEIA CIR........................ WINTER HAVEN............. 6/17/2021............ $510,000

460 MCKENNA DR.............................. WINTER HAVEN............ 6/18/2021............$263,600

4484 MANDOLIN BLVD....................... WINTER HAVEN............ 6/18/2021........... $290,000

532 TWIN BOWFISH WAY.................... WINTER HAVEN............. 6/17/2021........... $264,800

5412 HOGAN LN................................... WINTER HAVEN.............6/21/2021.............$351,500

5863 WINDRIDGE DR.......................... WINTER HAVEN.............6/15/2021............$226,000

6042 GRAND OAKS DR....................... WINTER HAVEN............ 6/18/2021............ $120,000

6130 GREY HERON DR......................... WINTER HAVEN............ 6/16/2021............$245,000

6112 PEBBLE BEACH BLVD.................... WINTER HAVEN.............6/21/2021........... $465,000

634 PEYTON BROOKE WAY................ WINTER HAVEN............. 6/17/2021............$234,000

6317 PINEHURST LOOP....................... WINTER HAVEN............ 6/16/2021........... $305,400

6378 LOLLY BAY LOOP........................ WINTER HAVEN............. 6/17/2021.............$129,000

641 VITTORIO DR................................ WINTER HAVEN.............6/21/2021............ $233,300

645 AVENUE I...................................... WINTER HAVEN............ 6/22/2021............$370,000

681 VITTORIO DR................................ WINTER HAVEN.............6/21/2021............ $233,300

832 HOWARD TER............................... WINTER HAVEN............. 6/17/2021.............. $311,100

696 VITTORIO DR............................... WINTER HAVEN.............6/21/2021............ $233,300

905 GOTTHARD PASS DR................... WINTER HAVEN............. 6/17/2021.............$271,400

700 VITTORIO DR............................... WINTER HAVEN.............6/21/2021............ $233,300

916 NW 25TH ST................................... WINTER HAVEN............ 6/22/2021............ $185,000

712 VITTORIO DR................................. WINTER HAVEN.............6/21/2021............ $233,300

953 GOTTHARD PASS DR.................... WINTER HAVEN............. 6/17/2021.............$318,700

9705 LAKE BESS RD LOT 545............... WINTER HAVEN............ 6/18/2021............. $85,000

100 MORNING GLORY CIR.................. WINTER HAVEN.............6/15/2021........... $205,000

9705 LAKE BESS RD LOT 616............... WINTER HAVEN............6/23/2021............. $60,000

100 STEVENSON RD............................ WINTER HAVEN............ 6/18/2021............ $170,000

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