Happy New Year!
I hope your holidays were happy and full of good cheer! We’re already rolling into the new year with lots of fresh ideas, and we can’t wait to share what’s going on.
First up: a brand-new event inspired by the citrus festivals Polk County loved for so many years. Florida’s Citrus Festival is our little squeeze of nostalgia and a big love letter to Polk County. We caught up with our Event Director, Lyndsey Venrick, to talk about the inspiration behind the January 31 event and what attendees can expect. Citrus juicing contest, anyone?
Bob Gernert peels back the layers of citrus history, diving into the industry and the festivals that once put Polk County in the national spotlight. Fun fact: Carol Burnett even made an appearance at one!
You’ll also find our Top Ten lists and monthly calendar to keep your schedule full. (For even more happenings, head to gopolkgo.com.) If you’re sharing your adventures on social media, tag us with #lkldhaven and your photo might just pop up in the next issue.
