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NEW Smoke OFF The Water

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Comedian Jo Koy Entertains on Lakeland Stage

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Rodin Bronzes Return to the Polk Museum of Art

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Shen Yun Performs at RP Funding Center

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World Ballet Series: Swan Lake

COLUMNS: 15

NEW Smoke OFF The Water

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Comedian Jo Koy Entertains on Lakeland Stage

What's Rustling Jimmy's Jimmies?

THE FUN & AMUSING: 15

General Trivia

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Strange But True

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Now Here's A Tip

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Music Trivia

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Pets of the Month

LISTINGS: 16

Upcoming Events

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Bars & Pubs

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Live Local Music

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Restaurant Listings

EDITOR’S NOTE As we continue move forward and learn our new way of life, we will keep doing our best to keep you up-to-date on what is happening in our county in regards to dining, events and entertainment. Please see our Facebook page and website for updates and information.

Polk County is back and is strong as ever.

Events and functions are continuing to be scheduled for us to enjoy. Please contact the venues to confirm dates and times.

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Chris Douglas Publisher/Editor

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Rodin Bronzes Return to the Polk Museum of Art

STAFF CHRIS DOUGLAS TRACEY GREENE

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COLUMNS TRACEY GREENE JAMES COULTER

ERICA SMITH

EDITORIAL ERICA SMITH AMY SUMERLIN ELIZABETH MORRISEY JAMES COULTER

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Shen Yun Performs at RP Funding Center

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Start Your New Year with Peace, Beauty, and Serenity Come to the Gardens for beauty, culture, and more!

Discover beautiful camellia blooms, learn about the beautiful night sky as you view the stars from one of the highest places in Florida, and join us for live music on the Terrace! You can also take a relaxing stroll through the historic Olmsted Gardens and enjoy enchanting daily carillon concerts at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Discover A Great Calendar of Events and Concerts

Jazz into the New Year January 6

Starry Starry Night January 13

Camellia Tour Jan18 & Feb 2

Cole Porter Musical Comedy Tour of Paris & Jazz on the Terrace January 19 SPONSORED IN PART BY

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The Humane Society Of Polk County

SPECIAL TO T&T MAGAZINE

Florida 33884. Just right down the road ages to enjoy in our community,” says

The Humane Society of Polk County

festival promises a day of delectable

Humane Society of Polk County. “This

is thrilled to unveil a new community

eats, rhythmic beats, and engaging

event will help us to increase aware-

event, “Smoke OFF the Water,” a Food

activities for all ages, with proceeds

ness of the many services the Humane

& Music Festival designed to bring

directly benefiting the animals cared for Society offers for Polk’s Pets!”

together the best of local cuisine, tal-

by the Humane Society of Polk County.

Smoke OFF the Water will feature

ent, and family fun—all in support of a

“We are very excited to introduce

an array of local food vendors offering

from our facility on Dundee Road. This Lisa Baker, Executive Director of the

noble cause. Scheduled to take place on Smoke OFF the Water, a new Food February 2nd and February 3rd, located and Music Festival for people of all

smoky delights to tantalize the taste buds, while several area bands set the

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soundtrack for a day filled

explore various sponsorship

with joy and community spir- opportunities available on it. In addition to the feast for

the nonprofit’s website. Such

the senses, the festival will

contributions are invalu-

host a variety of games and

able to both the success of

activities to keep the whole

the event and the welfare of

family entertained.

Polk’s pets.

Tickets are priced at an

For more information about

affordable $5 per person,

Smoke OFF the Water, to

with children 10 and under

purchase tickets, or to learn

enjoying free admission. A

about sponsorship opportuni-

$5 cash donation is request-

ties, please visit https://www.

ed for parking at the event,

humanesocietyofpolkcounty.

ensuring that every aspect of

org/ or contact Lisa Baker at

the festival contributes to the

events@humanesocietyof-

Humane Society’s mission.

polkcounty.org.

In the heart of Polk County,

Join us in making a differ-

this festival represents more

ence—one bite, one beat, one

than just a day of enjoyment;

game at a time—at Smoke

it’s a chance for the com-

OFF the Water!

munity to rally behind the

About The Humane Society

Humane Society’s ongoing

of Polk County: The Humane

efforts to provide shelter, low Society of Polk County is cost spay/neuters and shot

a 501(c)(3) nonprofit orga-

clinics, and loving homes for

nization dedicated to the

pets in need. The Humane

wellbeing of animals in Polk

Society of Polk County, a

County. As the area’s first

no-kill shelter, has been a

established no-kill shelter,

beacon of hope for animals

the Humane Society provides

since its establishment in

a sanctuary for animals in

1972, and events like Smoke

need, adoption services, low

OFF the Water are essential

cost spay/neuter and low cost

in continuing their vital work. shot clinics, and educational Local businesses and indi-

programs to promote respon-

viduals looking to support

sible pet ownership. For more

the festival and the Humane

information, please visit

Society of Polk County can

www.PolkNoKill.org

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Comedian Jo Koy Returns to the Stage Comedian Jo Koy will return to the stage with his Jo Koy - World Tour at the RP Funding Center on January 19, 2024.

As one of today’s premiere stand-up comedians, Jo Koy has come a long way from his modest beginnings performing in a Las Vegas coffee house. Jo’s uniquely relatable comedy pulls inspiration from his colorful family that has reached all kinds of people and has translated into sold-out arenas around the world.

Koy started 2022 with a bang, selling-out the Climate Pledge Arena (over 14,000 tickets) in his hometown of Seattle. Today, he continues breaking sales records at some of the most prestigious venues around the world including Mall of Asia Arena (Manila, PH), The Forum (Los Angeles), Coca-Cola Arena (Dubai), ICC Theatre (Sydney, AU), and Madison Square Garden (New York City) to name a few. In 2017, Koy broke a record for the most tickets sold by a single artist at 23,000 tickets and 11 sold-out shows at The Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall in Honolulu. In response, the mayor’s office in Honolulu proclaimed November 24th as “Jo Koy Day.” The Jo Koy World Tour will feature ALL NEW material.

His highly anticipated 4th Netflix stand-up special, Live From The Los Angeles Forum premiered globally on September 13th. The special is a follow up to his 2019 Netflix special, Comin’ In Hot. Koy has already had four highly rated and successful stand-up specials on Comedy Central and Netflix. In June 2020, the comedian released his first variety special, Jo Koy: In His Elements on Netflix in which Koy brings the laughs and beats to Manila, spotlighting local culture in a one-of-a-kind show featuring Filipino-American comedians, DJs

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and B-boys.

Koy recently starred in the Universal Picture film Easter Sunday, set around a family gathering to celebrate Easter Sunday, the comedy is based on Jo Koy's life experiences and stand-up come-

dy. The film is currently available on-demand, Blu-ray, & DVD. For more info on his comedy, book and tour dates, please visit: www.Jokoy.com Pre-sale will begin Thursday Nov. 2 at 12 p.m. and tickets go on-

sale Friday Nov. 3 at 12 p.m. Ticket prices with range from $63.50 $276 and are available by visiting the RP Funding Center Box Office, Monday and Thursday from 9 am – 5 pm, and online at www. rpfundingcenter.com.

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Auguste Rodin, “Claude Lorrain,” modeled 1889, Musée Rodin cast 5 of 8, 1992, bronze, Coubertin Foundry, lent by Iris Cantor.

Auguste Rodin, “Monumental Torso of the Walking Man,” modeled about 1905, Musée Rodin cast 1 of 8, 1985, bronze, Godard Foundry, lent by Iris Cantor. bronze, Coubertin Foundry, lent by Iris Cantor.

RODIN BRONZES RETURN TO THE POLK MUSEUM OF ART

In the lead up to its major expansion opening in Fall 2024, the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College is excited to announce a multi-year partnership with the Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Foundation to display a suite of 14 bronzes by French master sculptor Auguste Rodin. The Museum first brought Rodin’s work to Central Florida in late 2022 with “Rodin: Contemplation and Dreams/Selections from the Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Collections.” The exhibition was one of the Museum’s most popular and highest attended to date.

“It’s like we are welcoming an old friend — and his sculptures — back to the Museum, but this time we and our visitors will get to enjoy Rodin’s company for years,” said Dr. H. Alexander Rich, executive director and chief curator. “We are honored to partner with the Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Foundation, especially in this time of exponential growth for the Museum, both with regard to our physical size and our ambitions to continue to present incredible, world-class art experiences for all our audiences from near and far.”

This long-term installation of the bronzes, entitled “Rodin at the Polk: Selections from the Cantor Collections,” begins this week and will roll out in phases over the next year, with the intention of leading visitors through the Museum’s Hollis and Perkins Galleries and in select

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spaces in the new expanded building. The works on display showcase Rodin’s astonishing craftsmanship and his affinity for capturing the beauty and drama of human movement in a manner true to life. A trio of visitor favorites — and some of Rodin’s most immediately recognizable works — including his “Three Shades” are on view now.

“I am thrilled that our community has an opportunity to experience these world-acclaimed works of legendary artist Auguste Rodin,” said Dr. Anne B. Kerr, president of Florida Southern College and member of the Museum’s Board of Trustees. “The longer-term residency of these works is a major benefit to our community and is a testament to the quality of leadership of the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College and the combination of serving as both a community and academic art museum of the highest caliber.”

Once fully installed, the complete set of 14 bronzes will remain on view at the Polk Museum of Art through mid-January 2026. “Rodin at the Polk: Selections from the Cantor Collections” has been organized and made possible by the Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Foundation and is sponsored by Florida Southern College.

For more information, visit PolkMuseumofArt. org/RodinAtThePolk.

About the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College The Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College is a not-for-profit academic and community museum that seeks to enhance lives through inspirational and engaging art experiences for all. It is the largest and only nationally accredited visual arts organization in Polk County and the only Smithsonian Affiliate art museum in Central Florida. In Summer 2023, the Museum began construction on its $8 million expansion and renovation project, an initiative that will add more than 14,000 sq. ft. of education and exhibition space to the current Museum building. The addition will include six new galleries and multi-functional classroom and event spaces, with anticipated completion in Fall 2024. The Museum is open Tuesdays–Saturdays 10 am to 4 pm and on Sundays 1 pm to 5 pm. The Museum is closed on Mondays and major holidays. The facility is handicap accessible, and special needs assistance is available. Admission to the Museum is always free, thanks to our Strategic Partners, the Ting Tsung and Wei Fong Chao Foundation and CORE Wealth Advisors.

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Auguste Rodin, “Three Shades,” modeled 1880-1904, Musée Rodin cast 10, 1981, bronze, Coubertin Foundry, lent by Iris Cantor.

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SHEN YUN RETURNS TO THE RP FUNDING CENTER Shen Yun takes you on an extraordinary

tral music, authentic costumes, and patented

or by visiting us online at www.rpfundingcen-

spired culture. Join us for a show filled with

Revisit a time when scholars and artists sought

change without notice.

journey through 5,000 years of divinely in-

courage and wisdom, light and hope…Experi-

ence Shen Yun at RP Funding Center on February 13, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. and February 14, 2024 at 2 p.m. Tickets go on sale September 11 at 9 a.m.

Exquisite beauty from the heavens, profound

interactive stage and backdrop integration. harmony with the Tao, or the “Way” of the

cated minutes between Orlando and Tampa in

theatrical experience that will take your breath

Funding Center is a short drive from anywhere

the earth to inspire humanity. Be prepared for a away!

Tickets go on sale September 11 at 9 a.m.

Ticket prices are $192, $162, $132, $112 and $91.

classical Chinese dance, enchanting live orches-

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universe, and when divine beings walked upon

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Purchase tickets at the RP Funding Center Box

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• The first 72 hours in jail pose the highest risk of death for an inmate, for any reason.

• A tool bag lost during a spacewalk orbits Earth and is visible to people on the ground.

• The cat in “The Godfather” was a stray that director Francis Ford Coppola found in the studio and handed to Marlon Brando before the shot. The animal took a shine to Brando and settled in his lap, purring so loudly that the crew was afraid the noise would drown out the dialogue!

• Researchers at George Washington University found that the skin behind our ears and between our toes has a different set of microbes than those found on more frequently washed areas, so heed Mama’s advice and don’t forget to scrub them.

• And speaking of cats ... cheetahs communicate with house cat-like meows rather than roars like most big cats.

• Benjamin Franklin sold chocolate in his print shop in Philadelphia.

• In 1873, billiards became the first sport to have a world championship.

• Prior to the 17th century, common folk seated themselves on stools and benches, while chairs were designed for royalty and the rich.

• Forget about whether pineapple belongs on a pizza -- how about snake? For a limited time snake will be on Pizza Hut’s menu in Hong Kong, as the restaurant partners with another eatery known for its snake stew.

• Pogonophobia is the fear or dislike of beards.

1. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: When is Three King’s Day celebrated typically?

8. MUSIC: What is the gift on the 11th day in the song “The Twelve Days of Christmas”?

2. TELEVISION: In the drama series “Mad Men,” what product is presumed to be Don Draper’s last advertisement?

9. SCIENCE: How much of the Earth’s surface is covered with water?

3. GEOGRAPHY: What is a chain or collection of islands called?

10. HISTORY: What are the two Japanese cities that the United States hit with atomic bombs in WWII?

5. LEGAL: What is a moot court?

6. LITERATURE: What is the name of the heroine in “The Scarlet Letter”?

7. FOOD & DRINK: What kind of nut is used in marzipan?

Answers 1. Jan. 6, the 12th day of Christmas.

2. Coca-Cola.

3. An archipelago.

4. Paris, France.

5. A simulated court to give law students a chance to practice what they have learned.

6. Hester Prynne.

7. Almond.

8. 11 pipers piping.

9. Almost 71%.

10. Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

4. MOVIES: To which city is the McCallister family traveling in the holiday classic “Home Alone”?

• For Scrabble’s 50th anniversary in 1988, a giant game utilizing sixfoot tiles that required two large men to lift was played in Britain’s Wembley Stadium.

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No More Ramen For Me Originally, this column was going to be different. I wanted to write about the uselessness of New Years resolutions and how no one should bother making them. After all, how many people truly manage to keep their resolutions? And how many more people end up breaking them within the first month, if not the first week, of the new year?

However, something that happened to me around New Years made this column take a much different direction. If anything, I think I might very well make and keep a New Years resolution: no more ramen for this year.

I love ramen. I don’t simply mean the store-bought kind that’s the staple of every struggling college student’s diet. I mean authentic ramen as prepared with tonkotsu pork, uzumaki fish cakes, bean sprouts, and sliced ginger. The type of ramen that is served at eateries like Sabu Ramen at The Joinery in Lakeland.

Boy, do I love Sabu Ramen. Every time I visited Lakeland, I would make it a priority to have a meal at The Joinery, specifically a bowl of ramen from Sabu Ramen. My favorite must be the Spicy Miso and the Pork Tonkotsu. The former is sweet and spicy, and the latter is salty and savory.

In fact, I love ramen so much that my nephew bought me an “I Love Ramen” shirt as a Christmas present.

I even decided to proudly wear this shirt during an outing a few days later to a local ramen place. And that’s when the trouble began.

The day before New Year’s Eve, while staying in Virginia for the holidays, I traveled to Chesterfield, VA with my nephew and his fiancée where we ate at a ramen place called Domoishi. My nephew and I had ramen while his fiancée had a

poke bowl. My meal was tonkotsu pork with a savory, spicy broth base with edamame, corn, bean sprouts, and, of course, tonkotsu pork. It was delicious, but not as delicious as the ramen at The Joinery.

At least that was my initial reaction.

Only an hour later did my stomach start doing somersaults. Turns out I loved the ramen, but the ramen did not love me back. When we got back home, I decided to get into my pajamas and go straight to bed for a short nap. I hoped sleeping it off would do the trick. Sadly, it did not.

What I hoped was only an upset stomach soon evolved into massive nausea with a painful stomachache, queasiness, and the urge to vomit.

I hoped that going to bed early that evening would solve all my woes.

Sadly, they did not.

I ended up spending the entire day of New Years Eve in bed. I was supposed to attend a small party with my relatives that evening. Instead, I spent it moaning and groaning with bad stomachache all day and night.

Antacid did nothing. Ginger ale did nothing. Not even a strong medication used for cancer patients with gastoroenteris did nothing.

The good news is that the next day I felt slightly better, not better enough to eat a full meal, but not as bad as the bad bowl of ramen passed out of my system. Let’s just say that the experience has me swearing off ramen for the rest of the year.

So, yeah, that’s a long way of explaining why I’m writing this column. This is why I’m writing this column.

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Events will be included as space allows.

Arts, Crafts, Festivals & Expos

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Lakeland Food Truck Rally.

Tampa Bay Food Truck Rally brings food trucks to Munn Park on the 2nd Thursday of every month. Come on out to Downtown Lakeland and enjoy a variety of Florida food trucks and their delicious cuisine. 20 plus food trucks come together each month and park on the streets surrounding beautiful Munn Park. Thurs, 6-9 pm. (next events: Feb 8, Mar 14)

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& 14 Repticon Reptile & Exotic Animal Show.

Located RP Funding Center, Exhibit Hall, Lakeland. Sat, 9-4 pm and Sun, 10-4 pm. www. rpfundingcenter.com and www. repticon.com

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Tasty Tuesday + Tunes.

Third Tuesday of every month in Munn Park. 10 tastes from downtown bars, restaurants, and sweet shops. New offerings every month. Tasty Tuesdays are a super fun way to experience multiple

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Downtown restaurants all in one night! You get hearty sample sizes with each ticket and move from place to place at your own pace! Tastings begin at 4:30pm and end at 9pm. Purchase your ticket package from LDDA. Tues, 4:30-9 pm. Cost - $25 for 10 tastes. (next events: Feb 20, Mar 19) https://ldda.square.site/ product/tasty-tuesday-tickets/31?cs=true&cst=custom

JAN 20

& 21 Central Florida Gun Show.

Hosted by Lakeland Rifle and Pistol Club. Buy, Sell, Trade.

Hundreds of tables. Concealed weapons class each day.

Largest show in the southeast.

Located at Sun ‘n Fun Expo, Lakeland. Sat, 9-5 pm and Sun, 9-3 pm. www.lakelandgunshow.com

JAN 20

& 21 Central Florida Comic Con. Comics, Toys, TV, Film, Art, Cosplay, Games and All Things Nerdy. Located RP Funding Center, Exhibit Hall, Lakeland. Sat, 10-6 pm and Sun, 10-4 pm. www.rpfundingcenter.com and www.centralfloridacomiccon.com

JAN 20

& 21 Swan City Jazz Festival.

There’s nothing quite like an open-air jazz festival on a Florida evening to pick up your spirits, and Munn Park in the heart of Downtown Lakeland, will be alive with sounds, melodies, and the very best jazz virtuosos. Located at Munn Park, Downtown Lakeland. Sat & Sun, 10-6 pm. www.swancityjazzfestival.com

JAN 26

to 28 46th Annual Gator Cutlery Club. Custom, Modern & Antique Knife Show. Auction Saturday night at 7 pm.

Located RP Funding Center, Sikes Hall, Lakeland. Fri, 10-5 pm. Sat, 9-5 pm. Sun, 9-3 pm. www.rpfundingcenter.com and www.gatorcutlery.com

JAN 26

to 28 28th Spirit of the Buffalo Pow Wow and Native American Festival. The event features crafts, intertribal dance competitions, historic village displays, workshops and over 60 exhibitors. The event is held in the Big Top circus tent over two big weekends - rain or shine. Located International Market World, US Hwy 92, Auburndale. Fri-Sun, 10-5 pm. (Second weekend: Feb 2-4)

JAN 30

& 31 Snowbird Extravaganza.

Exhibits, products, services, entertainment, giveaways.

Located RP Funding Center, George Jenkins Arena (shows in Youkey Theatre; 9:30 am & 1 pm), Lakeland. Tues & Wed, 9-4:30 pm. www.rpfundingcenter.com and www.snowbirdextravaganza.com

FEB 2

Feb First Friday. Head to Downtown Lakeland on the first Friday of every month for First Friday; new theme each month. This month is Mardi Gras in Munn Park. Downtown shops and restaurants will be open late. Enjoy goodies, giveaways, discounts from local business exhibitors and BEADS! Shop in the Makers

Market, which features local artists and creators, and check out the Classy Car Show on Main St. First Friday is a family-friendly event held in the streets of Downtown Lakeland between Lemon Street and Oak Street along Kentucky Ave. and Main St. Downtown Lakeland, Fri 6-9 pm. DowntownLKLD.com (next events: Mar 1 Flight Night)

FEB 2

&3 Budweiser Smoke on the Water. Celebrating their 20th anniversary, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Polk County invite everyone to enjoy BBQ, Bands, Fireworks and Ski Show. 50 teams from across the USA will compete for the best BBQ in town! Sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbeque Society. Fri, 5-10 pm; $10 admission and Sat, 10-5 pm; $2 admission. 10 & under free. www.BGCPolk.org

FEB 8

to 10 Collectorama. Coins, Paper Money, Gold, Silver, Jewelry and all Neat Collectables of all kinds. Located RP Funding Center, Lakeland. Thurs & Fri, 10-6 pm and Sat, 10-3 pm. www.rpfundingcenter.com and www.thecollectoramashow. com

FEB 9

& 10 Lake Wales Mardi Gras. 40 years of fun in downtown Lake Wales. Enjoy live music, kid’s zone, food trucks, crafts and fireworks. Parade is Sat at 3 pm. 5k Glow Run is Fri at 6 pm. Fri, 6-11 pm and Sat, 10 am-11 pm. Located on the Shores of Lake Wailes, Lake Wales. www.lwmardigras.com

FEB 10

Valentine Night Market in Downtown. Great for date night, girls’ night or family night out! Downtown retail shops will be open late, and Kentucky Ave will be filled with 100+ food vendors, artisans, crafters, live music and more! Find great gifts for your valentines.

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Plus, enjoy adult beverages and a roaming cupid for valentine selfies! Located in downtown Lakeland. Sat, 5-9 pm. www.DowntownLKLD.com

FEB 15

Taste of Winter Haven.

Hosted by the Winter Haven Chamber. An annual evening event focused on giving the community an opportunity to taste local cuisine, beer, and wine while enjoying live music.

Located at Venue 650, Winter Haven. Thurs, 6-9 pm. 21+ event. Tickets available www. centralfloridatix.com

FEB 16

& 17 Ribs on the Ridge Brews & BBQ. Professional and backyard BBQ competition teams from across Florida and the southeast to compete for cash prizes, trophies, and bragging rights for the best BBQ in town. Enjoy food, live music and activities. Located at Lake Eva Park, Haines City. Fri, 5-9 pm and Sat, 10-5 pm.

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to MAR 9 2024 Polk Senior Games.

An annual two-week series of Olympic-style sports and games for men and women 50 years of age and over.

The Games inspire an active lifestyle, combine an interest in sports and games with fun and fellowship, promote a positive image of seniors and recognize their efforts and achievements, and encourage volunteerism. Events hosted throughout Polk County. www. polkseniorgames.org

Markets, Antique Fairs & Car Shows Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market – Saturdays. An exceptional variety of local vendors who offer fresh produce, seafood, pastries, breads, desserts, local honey, artisans, and crafts, to name a few. Stop by the Market Information Booth for more details on the F.A.B. program! Located N. Kentucky Ave, Lakeland. Sat, 8 am-2

pm; Sept to May and 8 am-1 pm; Jun & Jul. (closed in August) Winter Haven Farmers Market – Saturdays. Shop locally grown food, artisan food vendors, plants, food trucks and more while supporting a healthy & connected community. Located across from Grove Roots on the NE corner of 3rd St. & Ave C SW in the BB&T parking lot in downtown Winter Haven. Sat 9 am-1 pm.

dor marketplace. Jan 19 is Black Eyed Soozie, Mar 15 is The Jamband, Apr 5 is B. Haven, May 3 is Gnarbuckles.

Bring your own chair. Located in downtown Lk Wales. Fri, 5-8:30 pm.

JAN 19

Second Sunday Artisan Market. Every second Sunday of the month, enjoy a variety of Florida based businesses selling a variety of hand-made items. Located Lakeside Village, 1479 Town Center, Lakeland, Sun, 12-5 pm. www. shoplakesidevillage.net

Jo Koy 2024 Tour. As one of today’s premiere stand-up comedians, Jo Koy has come a long way from his modest beginnings performing in a Las Vegas coffee house. Jo’s uniquely relatable comedy pulls inspiration from his colorful family that has reached all kinds of people and has translated into sold-out arenas around the world. Located RP Funding Center, Youkey Theatre, Lakeland. Fri, 8 pm.

Doors open at 7 pm. www. rpfundingcenter.com

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Lake Wales 3rd Thursday Market. The boutique market will feature a variety of produce, artisan food vendors, plants, crafts and a food truck.

This market is within walking distance of restaurants and shops. Located Stuart Ave in the parking lot near the new Gillian Fazio mural in downtown Lk Wales. Thurs, 4-7 pm.

Bartow Friday Fest. The Bartow Friday Fest is a fun open-air event in Downtown Bartow featuring live music, classic cars and plenty of family fun. This month it’s Magic on Main a holiday themed event.

Friday Fest is held the third Friday of every month (except December). Fri, 6-9 pm. For more info, visit www.mainstreetbartowfl.com

Concerts & Theatre

JAN 19

Lake Wales Live! New series in downtown by Lk Wales Main Street, City of Lk Wales, Lk Wales Arts Council. Featuring live music, food trucks, ven-

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6th Annual Concert for the Kids. Hosted by WPCV 97.5 to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The concert stars Chris Janson, Maddie & Tae, Brian Kelley, and Connor Smith. Located RP Funding Center, Youkey Theatre, Lakeland. Wed, 7:30 pm. Doors at 6:30 pm. www. rpfundingcenter.com & 14 Shen Yun. An extraordinary journey through 5,000 years of divinely inspired culture. Join us for a show filled with courage and wisdom, light and hope.

Located RP Funding Center, Youkey Theatre, Lakeland.

Tues, 7:30 pm and Wed, 2 pm.

Doors open 1 hr prior. www. rpfundingcenter.com and www. shenyun.com

Charity Events & Golf Tournaments

JAN 26

13th Annual Shooter Showdown. A sporting clays open. Hosted by Winter Haven Hospital Foundation. Check-

in 11:30 am, Lunch 12 pm, Shoot 1 pm, Reception 3:30 pm. Located at Polk Sporting Clays, 5000 Firetower Rd, Haines City. To sponsor or reserve a team: whhfoundation.org or (863) 292-4138.

JAN 28

Annual Wine & Roses.

Presented by Symphony Guild of Winter Haven in partnership with Main Street Winter Haven.

The Harris/Barone Quartet performs jazz favorites. Members only event: become a member or renew your membership.

Located at Gram Parsons Derry Down, Winter Haven.

Sun, 3-5 pm. Doors open 2:30 pm. www.symphonyguildofwinterhaven.org

FEB 3

19th Annual VISTEBall. A unique, indoor, golf-themed event, benefiting VISTE clients and is fun for golfers and non-golfers alike! There’s lots to enjoy, including food and adult beverages, putting challenges, a golf simulator, and plenty of games & prizes.

Casual attire. There’s also a week-long online auction. 21+ event. Located at Sun ‘n Fun Expo Campus, Lakeland. Sat, 6-9:30 pm. www.viste.org/ about-visteball/

FEB 17

63rd Annual Kiwanis Pancake Festival. Polk County Celebrities, lots of fun kid-friendly activities, a themed raffle basket, and music. All-you-can-eat pancake and sausage breakfast for $5. Proceeds raised will go to the Kiwanis Club of Winter Haven’s Foundation which provides community activities, sponsorship of our Service Leadership Programs, and scholarships for high school seniors. Located in the Winter Haven High School cafeteria.

Sat, 8-12 pm. https://k02032. site.kiwanis.org/

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BARS&PUBS *Please check Facebook pages to confirm business schedules, events, and promos.

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AUBURNDALE Beef ‘O’ Brady’s 102 W Polk Street (863) 968-0010 Full Liquor Sports Bar TVs for the Games Brew Hounds Sports Lounge 318 Havendale Blvd (863) 967-2739 Wed, Trivia 6p Fri, Poker 7p Pool, Darts, Full Liquor Sunday Ticket/SEC/ACC Smoke-Free/Outside Patio Feb 10, Chili Cook-off Feb 11, Football Prty Crave & Copper 117 East Lake Ave (863) 968-2971 Local Microbrewery Patio Bar/Restaurant Wed-Sun, Open at 11a Fri-Sun, Live Music

BABSON PARK Crooked Bass Grill/Tavern 1010 N Scenic Hwy (863) 589-5887 Full Liquor Seafood, Steaks & Burgers Live Music Fri & Sat Pool Table & Darts

BARTOW Beef ‘O’ Brady’s 120 E Van Fleet Dr (863) 534-3111 Full Liquor Sports Bar Front Page Brewing Co 190 S FL Ave (863) 537-7249 Hrs: Wed & Thur 4-10p Fri 4-11p, Sat 12-11p Sun 12-7p Taproom, Full Bar Self-pour Wines Wed, Trivia Thu, Bingo Weekends, Live Music Fun Bar 3379 US Hwy 17N (863) 800-3400 Karaoke Pool Table & Darts Mulligan’s Sports Bar Bartow Golf Club 150 N Idlewood (863) 533-1668 Fri, Karaoke 7-10p Stanford Wines 165 S Central Ave (863) 800-3395 Open Daily 4-10 pm Fine Wine & Charcuterie StanfordWines.com FB@stanfordwines

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The Wine Stable 150 S Broadway (863) 533-9463 Full Bar Live Music Karaoke

DAVENPORT Beef ‘O’ Brady’s 45653 US Hwy 27 (863) 420-3350 Full Liquor Great Wings, Sandwiches, Burgers, Wraps Fireside Lounge & Billiards 43356 US Hwy 27 (863) 420-0100 Pool Hall; 7 Pro Tables Full Liquor/Hpy Hr 2-7p Live Music The Wheelhouse Bar 42637 US Hwy 27 (863) 353-6880 TVs, Pool Table Darts, Jukebox Wed & Sat, Karaoke 9p The Wheelhouse/19th Hole 102 Polo Park East (863) 424-4560 Tue & Fri, Karaoke 9p Thu, Trivia 8-10p

DUNDEE Out-n-About Bar (1/4 m north of Dundee Rd) 28390 US Hwy 27 (863) 439-1537 Tue, Fri, Sat & Sun, Live Music Sun, Karaoke Thu, Ladies Night Mon & Wed, Closed

FROSTPROOF P & J Recreation 33 S Scenic Hwy (863) 635-9825 Home of Famous Slaw Burger!

Full Liquor

FT. MEADE Pit Stop Package & Lounge 800 N Charleston Ave (863) 285-8732 Food Avail.

HAINES CITY Amos Tavern 200 US Hwy 17 92 N (863) 422-1459 Balmoral Bar & Grill 124 Kenny Blvd (863) 588-3097 Patio Dining & Full Bar Mon, Jukebox Bingo 6-8p Tue, Trivia 6-8p Wed, Karaoke 6-9p Thu & Sat, Live Music 6-9p Fri, DJ/Latin Nights 7-10p Beef ‘O’ Brady’s 902 Polk City Rd (863) 419-4848 Full Liquor Sports Bar Big Screen TVs Ducky’s Dockside Bar & Grill 1090 Shady Cove Rd E (863) 353-5295 Thu, Acoustic Jam 6p Fri, Karaoke 6p Sat & Sun, Live Music Rudy’s Liquorup Lounge 600 Ingraham Ave (863) 422-8585 Karaoke, Darts, Billiards Live Bands Happy Hour 12-7p

Shady Cove Bar & Grill 7140 State Road 544 E (863) 421-6800 Full Liquor/Hpy Hr 4-7p Open Daily 12p Daily Food/Drink Specials

LAKE ALFRED LA’s Midway Saloon (Across from WH Airport) 3900 Lynchburg Rd (863) 875-7966 Hpy Hr 11-3p; Specials M-F

LAKELAND 1916 Irish Pub Cleveland Heights Golf Course 2900 Buckingham Ave (863) 834-2384 Daily, 11a-10p Thu, Ladies Night 5-9p Sat/Sun, Brunch 10-3p Food, Full Bar Ax-Caliber 204 E Orange St, Ste 102 (863) 592-3500 Tue-Wed 11a-10p/Thu-Fri 11a-11p Sat 10a-11p, Sun 10a-7p Axe Throwing, Virtual Gun Range Coffee House, Restaurant Beer & Wine The Back Nine 124 S Tennessee Ave (863) 510-5723 Open Daily Golf Simulators Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Full Bar Thu, Trivia 7:30p Beef ‘O’ Brady’s North 1070 Wedgewood Estates Blvd (863) 853-9464 Full Liquor Sports Bar 2-4-1 All Day, Everyday 40+ HD TVs w/sports pkgs

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s South 4810 S Florida Ave (863) 646-7757 Full Liquor Sports Bar 2-4-1 All Day, Everyday 40+ HD TVs w/sports pkgs The Brass Tap 1515 Town Center Dr Lakeside Village (863) 680-9994 Daily, Open at 12p Martini Wed, $5 Craft Beers, Full Bar Food, Live Music Brewlands Bar & Billiards N. 5161 US Hwy 98 N (863) 940-2038 Smoke-Free Billiards/Sports Bar 20 Pool Tables, Dart Boards Game Room, Full Kitchen Open Daily, Full Liquor Brewlands Bar & Billiards S. 5733 S Florida Ave (863) 646-2600 Pool & Billiard Sports Hall Full Liquor Bar Open Daily Sun & Wed, S.I.N. Night Thu, Ladies Night Champs Sports Bar & Grill 6645 S Florida Ave (863) 647-5900 Open Daily, 11a-10p Daily Specials 2-10p Tue, Ladies Night 4p-cl Tue/Thu, BOGO Beer Thu, Free Trivia 8p Cob & Pen 1221 S Florida Ave (863) 937-8126 Craft Beer & Wine Full Liquor Bar Food/Light Food Decisions Grill & Bar 1621 E Edgewood Dr Suite G (863) 686-6441

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Dissent Craft Brewing Co 125 S Kentucky Ave (863) 450-4351 Mon-Thu, 3-10p Fri & Sat, 12-10p Sun, 12-8p

Paddy Wagon Irish Pub 4204 S Florida Ave (863) 937-8925 Daily, 12p Full Bar, TVs Darts, Golden Tee, Pool

Duke’s Brewhouse 4960 S Florida Ave (863) 647-9464 Wings, Sports, Spirits Live Music

The Pink Piano 1015 S Florida Ave (863) 937-8885 Tue-Sat, Live Music Wine, Beer, Tapas

Frescos Bistro 132 S Kentucky Ave (863) 683-5267 Happy Hr 5-7 Monthly Pairings Great Bistro Fare Full Bar/Crafted Cocktails Gator’s Dockside Highland City 5135 S.R. 98 (863) 619-7627 Food, Full Bar Open late night Hookah Palace 122 S Kentucky Ave (863) 688-1818 Hrs: Wed & Thu, 5p-12a Fri & Sat, 5p-2a Thu, Latin Nite w/DJ Fri & Sat, DJ Isle of Capri 541 S Combee Rd (863) 665-6246 Food, Beer/Wine Hpy Hr 3-6p; $1.50 Drft Wed, Ladies Night 7p Pool Tourn, Karaoke Lakeland Loft 108 S Tennessee Ave (863) 210-5327 Full Liquor Jazz & Cigar Lounge Business Casual Sun –Thu Dress to Impress Fri & Sat Leo’s Live Music & Billiards (A.K.A. Ybor Cigars) 5263 S Florida Ave (863) 619-6799 Happy Hr 4-7p Darts/Pool Table/TVs Tue-Sat, Live Music Linksters Tap Room (Dntn) 209 E Main St (863) 683-7195 Daily, 12p Full Liquor Smoke Free Sports Bar Lucky’s Sports, Oyster & Tiki Bar (Orange Bowl) 4318 US Hwy 98 N (863) 858-3878 Mon, Poker 7p Wed, Poker 11a 1st/3rd Sat, Live Bands Lugo’s Craft Distillery 2500 Drane Field Rd, Suite 208 (863) 816-3330 Lounge Hrs: Thu & Fri, 5p-12a Sat, 3p-12a & Sun, 12-6p Craft Rum/Distillery Molly McHugh’s Irish Pub 111 S Kentucky Ave (863) 686-6231 Darts, Pool Tables Live Music, Fri

Rec Room 202 N Massachusetts Ave (863) 213-4073 Open 4p Mon-Fri, 11a Sat & Sun Open Late Night Daily Specials, 50+ Games Wed, Ladies Night Food Trucks Fri & Sat 8p Family During Day/21+ after 9p Revival Bar 119 S Kentucky Ave (863) 606-6090 Open 12p Daily/Smoke-Free Craft Cocktail Bar Vintage Cocktails, Beers Relaxed Seating Areas Southside Package & Lounge 1122 S Florida Ave (863) 683-4703 Happy Hr 10-7p & 12-2a Full Liquor

LAKE WALES Al’s Place 1530 N Scenic Hwy (863) 241-3070 Sat, $1 Days: Drafts, Sodas, Fries, Sliders, Chili Dogs Open Daily 11a All Star Grill 2019 Hwy 60 E (863) 679-9689 Sports Bar Open Daily 11a-11p Beef ‘O’ Brady’s 19598 US Hwy 27 (863) 679-1975 Full Liquor Sports Bar Big Screen TVs Cherry Pocket Steak & Seafood Shak 3100 Canal Rd (863) 439-2031 Seafood, Full Liquor Mon-Fri, Hpy Hr 11-4p Thu-Sat, Live Music Gator Mack’s Sports Bar Camp Mack River Resort 14143 Camp Mack Rd (863) 696-3863 Open 7 Days Tue-Sat, 4-10p Food Avail.

Full Bar, Music Darts, Pool Tables Outdoor Patio

BARS&PUBS

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s 300 Cypress Gardens Blvd (863) 293-9464 Full Liquor Sports Pub 30 Big HD TVs Mon Burger Special Central Tavern 273 W Central Ave (863) 229-5027 Open Daily 12p Full Bar/Smoke-Free Outside Patio Duke’s Brewhouse 1708 6th Street SE (863) 576-9464 Wings, Sports, Spirits Live Music Fire Restaurant 325 W Central Ave (863) 875-5544 Sun, Brunch Gary’s Grove 2995 Cypress Gardens Rd (863) 325-0001 Mon, Live Music Fri, Karaoke Pizza/Hot Dogs Avail Grape Expectations 535 Cypress Gardens Blvd (863) 318-8800 Wine Bar Smoke-Free

RIVER RANCH

Grove Roots Brewing Co. 302 3rd Street SW (863) 291-0700 Food Truck & Live Music Wed-Fri 4p, Sat-Sun 12p 3rd Wed, Night Mrkt 6-9p Craft Beer & Wine Smoke-Free

Westgate River Ranch Saloon 3200 River Ranch Blvd Restaurant/Saloon General/Western Store (863) 692-1321 ext 40013 Fri, DJ 6p-12a Sat, Live Band 6p-1a

Harborside Restaurant 2435 7th Street SW (863) 293-7070 Daily, Hpy Hr 3-6p Mon-Thu, Early Bird 3-5:30p Waterfront Dining

Wally’s Pool Hall 1136 E Main St (863) 688-4460 Hpy Hr, Mon-Sat 11-7p Mon, 9-Ball Tourn Tue & Thu, APA 8 & 9-Ball Thu, Ladies Nite w/free pool

WINTER HAVEN

High Seas Lounge 7000 State Rd 544 (863) 299-2233 Great Food/Drink Specials Live Music

Wild Greg’s Saloon 4951 US Hwy 98 N (863) 940-9133 Thu-Sat, 7p-2a Nightclub/Concert Venue

Apple Lounge 2803 Recker Hwy (863) 291-0340 Happy Hr, Mon-Fri 11-7p Food/Daily Specials Mon, Pool Tourn Poker, Karaoke, Bands Feb 11, Football Prty

T A Slammers 1011 S Florida Ave (863) 682-4178 Full Liquor Nightly Specials T-Bows 33 Lounge 4106 Lakeland Hills Blvd (863) 683-1201 Happy Hr 4-6p; $2.75 Wells, $2.25 20oz Drafts Wed-Sat, Karaoke 9p

Winner’s Circle 4215 S Florida Ave (863) 644-9464 Sun, Corn Hole Tues, Poker Wed, Ladies Night 1st Thu, Open Mic, 7-10p The Yard On Mass 802 N Massachusetts Ave (863) 333-0330 Open Daily Beer Garden, Food Trucks Full Bar, Live Music

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Y’all Come Back Saloon 3230 State Rd 60 E (863) 676-5759 Taco Tues, $1 Live Music/Pool

AJ Slammers 508 Cypress Gardens Blvd (863) 875 5623 Pub, Pool Hall, Karaoke Darts, Full Liquor

Ave. Bar by Arabellas 328 W Central Ave (863) 229-8142 Open Mon-Sat, 4p Mon-Fri, Hpy Hr 4:30-5:30p Full Menu/Full Bar Smoke-Free Barrel239 239 3rd St SW (863) 229-7740 Whiskey Bar Open Daily Drink Specials 1-4p Smoke-Free

Jensen’s Corner Bar 100 3rd Street SW (863) 298-6755 Outdoor Patio Thu, Live Music Smoke-Free Jessie’s Lounge 118 3rd Street SW (863) 298-9815 Hpy Hr Mon-Fri, 4-7p Mon, Free Pool Wed, No Name Jam Night Live Music Weekly Smoke-Free Laugh Out Lounge 19 3rd Street NW Wed, Thu, Sun 5-10p Fri & Sat 5-11p Comedy Club/Bar Beer/Wine FB@LaughOutLoungeWH

Obscure Wine Company 276 W Central Ave (863) 268-6555 Mon-Thu 11a-10p Fri-Sat 11a-12a, Sun 11a-8p Mon, Oyster Mon 4-7p Tue, Tasting Tuesday Wed, Wine Down Wed 5-8p Office Pub & Lounge 1243 1st Street S (863) 293-4767 Happy Hr 12-7 Mon & Thu, Karaoke Tue, Fri, Sat - Poker Pool Tables, Darts & Food Avail.

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Old Man Frank’s 1005 S Lake Howard Dr (863) 294-9179 Happy Hour M-F, 11-7p Daily Specials, Oyster Bar Fiesta Wed w/$1.50 Tacos Wed, Karaoke 7-11p Fri-Sun, Live Music Feb 11, Football Prty Feb 17, Customer Appr Prty/ Oyster Eating Contest Paddy Wagon Irish Pub 5535 Cypress Gardens Blvd (863) 875-5708 Daily, 12pm Irish Style Sports Bar Pool, Darts, Golden Tee TVs, Full Bar Past Time Lounge 1605 1st Street S (863) 293-0027 Tue, Ladies Night Darts/Pool Table Slate 8 Family Billiards 20 4th Street NW (863) 247-8899 Smoke-Free Pool Hall Open Daily, Outdoor Patio Full Bar, Food Available Wed, Dart Tourn 7p FB@Slate8Pool The Social Lounge 356 3rd Street NW Sun-Thu, 12p-12a Fri, 12p-2a/Sat, 2p-2a Mon, Martinis $6 Wed-Sat, Live Music Speakeasy-style Lounge Classic/Craft Cocktails Somewhere Sports Bar 5688 Cypress Gardens Blvd (863) 324-7524 Mon-Sat, Hpy Hr 3-6p Beer Specials/Sports Packages Mon-Fri, Lunch Specials Tanner’s Lakeside 1006 S Lake Howard Dr (863) 662-5948 Happy Hr Wed-Sun, 4-6p Wed, 1/2 Price Wines Thu-Sun, Live Music Jan 19/20, Barefoot Music Fest Feb 11, Football Prty Union Taproom 245 W Central Ave, ST 102 (863) 268-4921 Hrs: Mon-Thu 11:30a-10p, Fri & Sat 11:30a-11p, Sun 11:30a-8p 40 Self Pour Taps Wed, Trivia 7p Fri & Sat, Live Music 7-10p 1st Thu, Night Market 6-9p Food Available

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JANUARY/FEBRUARY CONCERT CALENDAR THURSDAY, JAN 4 TONY KNIGHT (Tanners Lakeside, WH) GEORGE DURHAM & CO (Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC) SIMPLY COUNTRY w/ MICHAEL GOODMAN (Lundyville Music Hall, ADL) TOURIST BOB (Swan Brewing, LKD)

FRIDAY, JAN 5

B. HAVEN (Cypresswood Pub, WH) LAURA THE SINGER (The Social Lounge, WH) RUNNING RECKLESS (Apple Lounge, WH) ADRIENNE RICHARDS 1p/ RAY NICHOLS 6p (Cherry Pocket, LW) SMOKEPOINT (Swan Brewing, LKD) SECOND HAND SMOKE (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA) MIKE MONTS DE OCA (Front Page Brewing, BTW) PATRICK HAGERMAN & JOHN LEE WYATT (Dade Cty Brew House, D CTY)

SATURDAY, JAN 6 STEAMIN’ JAZZ (Bok Tower Gardens, LW) B. HAVEN (Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC) RAYNE MARIE 2p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) ANDY SHREEVE (Camp Margaritaville, ADL) CURT BEASLEY 1p/ EKLECTIK HAZE 6p (Cherry Pocket, LW) TWO CROWS FOR COMFORT 2p/ EVIL BILL & THE STRUGGLE BUS 7p (Swan Brewing, LKD) RUNNING RECKLESS (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA) SOFA KINGS DUO (Front Page Brewing, BTW)

SUNDAY, JAN 7 JIM & JUDY DUO 2p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) LUBECK (Tanners Lakeside, WH) CURT BEASLEY 12p/ GERI BLOUNT 5p (Cherry Pocket, LW) JIM THOMAS (Swan Brewing, LKD) BLAKE FREE (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA)

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MONDAY, JAN 8 KATIE DOWNER (Cherry Pocket, LW)

TUESDAY, JAN 9 MICKENZIE PEISHER (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) TIM HAMLIN (Cherry Pocket, LW)

WEDNESDAY, JAN 10 JADE & DUKE (Somewhere Sports Bar, WH) FRANKIE’S JAM WITH NO NAME (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) ADRIENNE RICHARDS (Cherry Pocket, LW)

THURSDAY, JAN 11 BOBBY JAMES (Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC) RAY NICHOLS (Cherry Pocket, LW) ACOUSTIC DOSE (Swan Brewing, LKD) US2; U2 TRIB BAND (Hard Rock Cafe, TMP)

FRIDAY, JAN 12

DORI LOLI (Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC) REBA MCENTIRE TRIB (Balmoral Event Center, HC) FLORIDA CARILLON FEST w/KOEN VAN ASSCHE (Bok Tower Gardens, LW) TMIKE & DUKE (Twisted Prop, WH) LAURA THE SINGER (The Social Lounge, WH) CONSPIRACY THEORY (Apple Lounge, WH) DAVID BRIMER 1p/ GREG REDDING 6p (Cherry Pocket, LW) STREET CHICKEN (Swan Brewing, LKD) JACK TRIPPING (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA) DANIELS BURNS BAND (Front Page Brewing, BTW) CHARLIE TODD TRIO (Lakeland Loft, LKD)

SATURDAY, JAN 13 RYAN JOYCE 2p/ BRENDA JAMES 7p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) BACK PORCH BAND (Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC) THE MASONS (WH Farmers Market, WH) SG WOOD 2p/ SOMEBODY’S GHOST 7p (Swan Brewing, LKD)

UNION ACADEMY, FLATLAND, RAMBLIN ROSE, BEAUMONT, SOUTHERN EXPRESS, WILSON BOTHERS (Lk Alfrd Bluegrass Bash, LA) DON BURNS 1p/ BLAKE FREE 6p (Cherry Pocket, LW) JOE’S GARAGE BAND (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA) MADAM RADAR wsg JOHN LEE WYATT (Ritz Theatre, WH) FREETIME JAZZ TRIO (Lakeland Loft, LKD)

SUNDAY, JAN 14

MICKENZIE PEISHER 4p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) TWIZTED (Tanners Lakeside, WH) TMIKE & DUKE (Grove Roots Brew Co, WH) BLAKE FREE 12p/ RICK LANGOLF 5p (Cherry Pocket, LW) BOB THOMPSON (Swan Brewing, LKD) RAY NICHOLS (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA)

MONDAY, JAN 15 CURT BEASLEY (Cherry Pocket, LW) ADRIENNE RICHARDS (Council Oak Lounge, TMP)

TUESDAY, JAN 16

ADRIENNE RICHARDS (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) RANDY SULLENS (Cherry Pocket, LW) TESLA (Hard Rock Event Cntr, TMP)

WEDNESDAY, JAN 17 FRANKIE’S JAM WITH NO NAME (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) KATIE DOWNER (Cherry Pocket, LW) TESLA (Hard Rock Event Cntr, TMP)

THURSDAY, JAN 18 TONY KNIGHT (Tanners Lakeside, WH) BIG TIME JUKE BOX (Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC) RANDY GOIN SOLO (Cherry Pocket, LW) RAY GURKA (Swan Brewing, LKD)

FRIDAY, JAN 19

WE THREE STRINGS 5p/ KEYSOUNDSOUL 7:30p (Tanners Lakeside, WH) THONY NEAL (Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC) JAZZFIRE! wsg KIMBERLY HERNANDEZ (Bok Tower Gardens, LW) ANDY SHREEVE (Union Taproom, WH) B. HAVEN (Somewhere Sports Bar, WH) BLACK EYED SOOZIE (Downtown Lk Wales, LW) LAURA THE SINGER (The Social Lounge, WH) SPAKIN SADIE (Apple Lounge, WH) DAVID BRIMER 1p/ THE RIGHT KEY 6p (Cherry Pocket, LW) LOOSHKA (Swan Brewing, LKD) JADED (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA) PETE HENRY (Dade Cty Brew House, D CTY) FRED CANTRU JAZZ (Lakeland Loft, LKD)

SATURDAY, JAN 20 RAYNE MARIE 2p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) JOSH BLEVINS BAND (Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC) SHAUN HOPPER & MICAH MADORE 12p/ NATHAN BALDWIN BAND 12:30p/ PHOENIX 5 2:30p/ ED HOBSON 3:30p/ PATRICK HAGERMAN & TRUCK STOP FLOWERS 4:30p FREE WHISKEY 5p/ MADAM RADAR 6p/ BEARTOE & DEREK ENGSTROM 7p/ SOUL2EARTH 8p (Tanners Lakeside, WH) HUNTER MCNEER 1p/ RAY NICHOLS 6p (Cherry Pocket, LW) JEFF VITOLO & THE QUARTER MILE REBELS (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA) JAZZ SERIES: LAILA BIALI (Lake Wales Arts Center, LW) GARY LOVE & THE MOONLIGHTERS (Yard on Mass, LKD) PAUL CATALDO 2p/ BRETT FOSTER 7p (Swan Brewing, LKD) ROCKABILLY (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA) CLASSIC ROCK LEGACY; PINK FLOYD TRIBUTE (Ritz Theatre, WH)

FRED CANTU JAZZ (Lakeland Loft, LKD) VALERIE GILLESPIE, JUST THE TWO OF US, DIMAS SANCHEZ & AFRO LATIN JAZZ, JULIAN VAUGHN (Swan City Jazz/Munn Pk, LKD) SIN BANDERA (Kia Center, ORL)

SUNDAY, JAN 21

DARRA RAQUEL 2p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) JOEY FOLEY (Tanners Lakeside, WH) B. HAVEN (Twisted Prop, WH) EKLECTIK HAZE 12p/ DON BURNS 5p (Cherry Pocket, LW) JOHN FRINZI (Swan Brewing, LKD) VALERIE GILLESPIE, SWAN CITY JAZZ PROJECT, SHAWN BROWN AND LANNIE BATTISTINI (Swan City Jazz/Munn Park, LKD)

MONDAY, JAN 22 RANDY SULLENS (Cherry Pocket, LW)

TUESDAY, JAN 23 MICKENZIE PEISHER (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) RANDY GOIN SOLO (Cherry Pocket, LW) KALEIGH BAKER DUO (Council Oak Lounge, TMP)

WEDNESDAY, JAN 24 FRANKIE’S JAM WITH NO NAME (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) KATIE DOWNER (Cherry Pocket, LW) PLAYBOI CARTI (Amalie Arena, TMP)

THURSDAY, JAN 25 DOUG RIGBY (Cherry Pocket, LW) PLAYBOI CARTI (Kia Center, ORL)

FRIDAY, JAN 26

TIEMPO XTRA (Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC) BLOODY JUG BAND (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA) LAURA THE SINGER (The Social Lounge, WH) DIRTY WHITE BOYS (Apple Lounge, WH) TIM HAMLIN 1p/ GREG REDDING 6p (Cherry Pocket, LW) PATRICIA DEAN (Polk State College, WH) ANDY SHREEVE (Winter Haven Moose, WH) TIM ZIMMERMAN AND THE KING’S BRASS (Lake Wales Arts Center, LW) TWISTED OAK BAND (Dade Cty Brew House, D CTY) THE BLACK HONKEYS (Hard Rock Cafe, TMP)

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MICAH MADORE DUO (Council Oak Lounge, TMP) CRAIG BRENNER PIANO (Lakeland Loft, LKD)

SATURDAY, JAN 27 TAYLOR SWIFT TRIB (Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC) BEN & SANDRA 2p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) BILLY D 1p/ RYAN JOYCE 6p (Cherry Pocket, LW) CONSPIRACY THEORY (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA) B & B JAZZ TRIO (Lakeland Loft, LKD)

SUNDAY, JAN 28

JOEY FOLEY 2p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) HARRIS/BARONE QUARTET (WH Symphony/Derry Down, WH) EKLECTIK HAZE 12p/ RICK LANGOLF 5p (Cherry Pocket, LW) BUCKET O MAYBES (Twisted Prop, WH)

MONDAY, JAN 29 BLAKE FREE (Cherry Pocket, LW)

TUESDAY, JAN 30 ADRIENNE RICHARDS (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) DOUG RIGBY (Cherry Pocket, LW)

WEDNESDAY, JAN 31 FRANKIE’S JAM WITH NO NAME (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) HUNTER MCNEER (Cherry Pocket, LW) TRAVIS SCOTT (Amway Center, ORL)

THURSDAY, FEB 1 RANDY GOIN SOLO (Cherry Pocket, LW)

FRIDAY, FEB 2

TMIKE & DUKE 6p (Smoke on the Water, WH) LAURA THE SINGER (The Social Lounge, WH) DAVID BRIMER 1p/ BLAKE FREE 6p (Cherry Pocket, LW) FORREST MCCURREN (Dade Cty Brew House, D CTY) MORAT (Kia Center, ORL) DRAKE wsg J. COLE (Amalie Arena, TMP)

SATURDAY, FEB 3 RAYNE MARIE 2p/ SPANKIN’ SADIE 7p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) EKLECTIK HAZE 1p/ RAY NICHOLS 6p (Cherry Pocket, LW)

GARY LOVE & THE MOONLIGHTERS JIM THOMAS (Swan Brewing, LKD) LES DUDEK BAND ELVIS TRIB 2p & 7p (Ritz Theatre, WH) B. HAVEN (Cypresswood Pub, WH)

SUNDAY, FEB 4

DARRA RAQUEL 2p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) EKLECTIK HAZE 12p/ MITCH STEWART 5P (Cherry Pocket, LW) DRAKE wsg J. COLE (Amalie Arena, TMP) SEVENDUST AND STATIC-X (Hard Rock Event Cntr, TMP)

MONDAY, FEB 5 ADRIENNE RICHARDS (Cherry Pocket, LW) PANTERA wsg LAMB OF GOD (Amalie Arena, TMP)

TUESDAY, FEB 6

MICKENZIE PEISHER (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) CURT BEASLEY (Cherry Pocket, LW) AARON LEWIS (Hard Rock Event Cntr, TMP)

WEDNESDAY, FEB 7 FRANKIE’S JAM WITH NO NAME (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) DOUG RIGBY (Cherry Pocket, LW) AARON LEWIS (Hard Rock Event Cntr, TMP)

THURSDAY, FEB 8 KATIE DOWNER (Cherry Pocket, LW) FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS (Hard Rock Event Cntr, TMP)

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FRIDAY, FEB 9

CURT BEASLEY 1p/ FORT LONESOME SOLO 6p (Cherry Pocket, LW) MODENE 5p/ MAJICK TOAST 6:15p/ B. HAVEN 7:30p/ PHOENIX 5 9:15p (Lk Wales Mardi Gras, LW) LAURA THE SINGER (The Social Lounge, WH)

SATURDAY, FEB 10

RYAN JOYCE 2p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) RYAN JOYCE 6p (Cherry Pocket, LW) VINNIE & MIKEY 12p/ ON THAT NOTE 1:15p/ BLAKE FREE BAND 2:30p/ RED HEADED STEPCHILD 4:30p SPANKIN’ SADIE 5:45p/ FREE WHISKEY BAND 7p/ BLACK-EYED SOOZIE 8:30p (Lk Wales Mardi Gras, LW) MABRY STRING QUARTET (Lake Wales Arts Center, LW)

SUNDAY, FEB 11

MICKENZIE PEISHER 4p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) BLAKE 12p/ GREG REDDING 5p (Cherry Pocket, LW)

MONDAY, FEB 12 MITCH STEWART (Cherry Pocket, LW)

TUESDAY, FEB 13 ADRIENNE RICHARDS (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) FORT LONESOME SOLO (Cherry Pocket, LW)

WEDNESDAY, FEB 14 FRANKIE’S JAM WITH NO NAME (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

BOYZ II MEN (Hard Rock Event Cntr, TMP)

FRIDAY, FEB 16

ANDY SHREEVE (Union Taproom, WH) LAURA THE SINGER (The Social Lounge, WH) LAURIE & RUSTY WRIGHT (Dade Cty Brew House, D CTY) GILBERTO SANTA ROSA (Kia Center, ORL) ROD STEWART (Hard Rock Event Cntr, TMP)

SATURDAY, FEB 24 ROB EUROPE 2p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) ANDY SHREEVE 1p/ BILLY DICKERSON 5p (Camp Margaritaville, ADL) RANDALL KING (Wild Greg’s Saloon, LKD)

SUNDAY, FEB 25 JIM & JUDY DUO 2p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) CIRCUS MUTT (Swan Brewing, LKD)

SATURDAY, FEB 17

BEN & SANDRA 1p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) DONOVAN FRANKENREITER w/GOODNIGHT TEXAS (Bok Tower, LW) ANDY SHREEVE 2p/ CELTIC CONUNDRUM 7p (Swan Brewing, LKD) ANDY SHREEVE 8p (Leo’s Live, LKD) JAZZ SERIES: DUKE ELLINGTON (Lake Wales Arts Center, LW)

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SUNDAY, FEB 18

FRANKIE’S JAM WITH NO NAME (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

JOEY FOLEY 2p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) ANDREA BOCELLI (Kia Center, ORL)

TUESDAY, FEB 20 MICKENZIE PEISHER (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

DISTURBED wsgs FALLING IN REVERSE AND PLUSH (Kia Center, ORL)

TUESDAY, FEB 27 ADRIENNE RICHARDS (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

WEDNESDAY, FEB 28

THURSDAY, FEB 29 LEAP YEAR!

FRIDAY, MAR 1

WEDNESDAY, FEB 21

LAURA THE SINGER (The Social Lounge, WH) KALEIGH BAKER (Dade Cty Brew House, D CTY)

FRIDAY, FEB 23

ATTENTION BANDS & VENUES Keep us up to date.

Send live music info to tracey@todayandtonight.com Deadline is the 23rd of each month prior to publication.

FRANKIE’S JAM WITH NO NAME (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

LAURA THE SINGER (The Social Lounge, WH) BEARTOE (Dade Cty Brew House, D CTY)

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POLK COUNTY’S

RESTAURANT SPOTLIGHT AUBURNDALE TANTRUMS LAKESIDE GRILL

This is a one of a kind, waterfront, casual dining experience where you can enjoy well-prepared food, water sports in action and a beautiful sunset on our multi-level covered deck overlooking Lake Myrtle in Auburndale. Delicious Seafood and more . . . featuring Oyster and Shrimp Po'Boys.

We also have a large selection of Handdipped Ice cream, beer, wine and specialty beverages. Hours - Open Everyday at 11:00 am Must try: Gator Bites, Oyster Nachos, and Shrimp & Grit Cakes 330 Denton Avenue, Auburndale 863-8753974

HAINES CITY BALMORAL BAR & GRILL AT BALMORAL RESORT

Offering a casual dining environment complete with poolside outdoor seating, the Balmoral Bar & Grill serves up poolside lunches, afternoon drinks and evening meals. Popular among resort guests and locals alike, our poolside bar in Haines City offers a full bar with TVs and features a menu of shareable appetizers, fresh salads, delicious sandwiches, and more.

Live music also offered on the patio most Saturday nights. Check our Facebook for schedule. Bar & Grill is open to the public and is located within Balmoral Resort Florida in Haines City, minutes from Winter Haven and Davenport.

Must Try: Flatbreads and Club Sandwich.

124 Kenny Blvd, Haines City (off Hwy 27) (863) 588-3097 • BalmoralBarandGrill. com

LAKELAND BEEF ‘O’ BRADY’S NORTH LAKELAND

Lakeland’s Best Family Sports Pub. 40+ HD TV’s, NFL Ticket Sundays, NCAA

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Gameplan Saturdays. Happy Hour 2-4-1 All Day, Everyday. Bingo Mondays from 5-6 pm. Kids Eat Free Wednesday from 4-8 pm. Trivia Night on Thursdays from 8-10 pm.

Must Try: Hot & Fresh Fajitas - Everyday! Chicken wings!

1070 Wedgewood Estates Blvd (863) 853-9464 www.beefobradys.com

Great Food! Great Sports! Great Family Fun! 40+ HD TV’s, NFL Ticket Sundays, NCAA Game Plan Saturdays. 2-4-1 All Day, Everyday. Coldest Beer In Town.

Kids Eat Free Tuesdays & Sundays 4-8 pm. Now Featuring A Full Liquor Bar. Must Try: Our Delicious Fajitas and Awesome Burgers 4810 South Florida Ave (863) 646-7757 www.beefobradys.com Serving Polk County for over 20 years!

Cold Beer • Great Food • Family Fun • Best Wings in Town Independently delicious! Daily specials from 2-10 pm: Monday 60¢Tacos, Tuesday $5 Buffalo Shrimp, Wednesday 45¢ Boneless Wings, Tuesday & Thursday BOGO Bud & Bud Light Bottles, Friday, $9 Grouper Sandwich (All Day), Saturday 75¢ Wings (All Day).Hours: Mon.-Thurs, Sat. & Sun. 11 am to 10 pm. Fri. 11 am to midnight.

Follow us on Facebook. FB@ChampsGrill 6645 S. Florida Ave. 863-647-5900 www.champstogo.com Family owned and operated since 1968 offering the best fish sandwich around!

Seafood, chicken and much more using only the best quality food and excellent service! Easily the best homemade food you’ll try! Hours Monday through Saturday 11am to 7pm and closed Sundays.

Must Try: Famous Fish Sandwich 715 E Palmetto St, Lakeland (863) 688-4280

CRAZY FISH

Land mark eatery in Lake Wales. Fresh fish never frozen. Fun and casual atmo-

JAY BEES RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

Locally owned sports pub with 30 TVs and full bar. Lunch value combos MondaysFridays until 3pm. Award winning jumbo wings with famous sauces and dry rubs.

Fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, burgers, tacos and dinner entrees available.

Weekday Values: Mon. Burgers, Tues.

Tacos, Wed. Wings, Thurs. Fajitas, Fri. Surf & Turf. See ya at Beefs!

Must Try: Award Winning Wings and Burgers 300 Cypress Gardens Blvd.

WINTER HAVEN

CHAMPS SPORTS BAR

LAKE WALES

makes us the premier choice for your lunch or dinner destination.

Must Try: Bananas Foster prepared table side 346 W. Central Ave. Winter Haven 863-293-1797 • www.arabellas.us

We take pride in our welcoming environment, friendly service and famous burgers. Come in and check our daily lunch and dinner specials. Weekend specials.

Prime rib, frog legs, fried shrimp and catfish.

Must Try: Homemade Pies 8675 Hwy 60 East, Lake Wales 863-696-1901, Find us on Facebook

BEEF ‘O’ BRADY’S SOUTH LAKELAND

MISTER FISH

sphere. Lunch and dinner menu with daily specials. Mon. 4pm to 9pm. Tues. Saturday 11:30am to 9pm. Closed Sun. Must Try: Shrimp or Fresh Grouper 802 Henry St., Lake Wales (863) 6766361

326 BISTRO PIZZERIA

Bistro Pizzeria shares the art of perfectly rendered simplicity. Wood burning oven, pizza by the slice, made to order specialty pizzas. Lunch & dinner menu. Warm & casual dining atmosphere.

Must Try: Classic Pizza Napoli 326 W. Central Ave., Winter Haven 863-875-4894 www.arabellas.us/bistro

APPLE LOUNGE & GRILL

#1 Happy Hour Monday-Friday 11am-7pm. $1 Taco Tuesdays! Wings, Burgers, Sandwiches, Salads, Fried Pickles, Chicken Fingers, Nachos and much more!

Open Mic Night every Tuesday. Winner of the people’s choice Wing Fling 2011 Wing Champs! Come try em’ yourself.

Must Try: Famous Wings 2803 Recker Hwy, Winter Haven 863-291-0340

ARABELLA’S

We offer the best Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, created from the freshest ingredients.

Enjoy a cocktail before or after dinner in our chic Ave Bar. At Arabellas, our dedicated service and inviting ambiance

BEEF ‘O’ BRADY’S

(863) 293-9464 • www.beefobradys.com

HARRY’S OLD PLACE

Serving up a large selection of fresh fish for over 27 years! Where the fish is always de-lish! Open for lunch and dinner. Great seafood menu also includes shrimp, scallops, mussels, oysters, crab legs, "fish of the day" board, steaks, chicken, pasta dishes, sandwiches, soups/chowders. Restaurant is located on the shores of Lake Ned in beautiful Winter Haven with a quaint pet friendly outdoor patio. Full bar available. Less than a mile from LEGOLAND. Kid's menu also available.

Must Try: Grouper in a Bag, the Broiled Seafood Combo and award winning Key Lime Pie! 3751 Cypress Gardens Rd., Winter Haven 863-324-0301 www.harrysoldplace.com

SOMEWHERE SPORTS BAR

Enjoy great food, great games and great times in a family-friendly atmosphere. As your sports headquarters, ESPN, NFL & MLB ticket available on 14 flat screen TV’s. Daily lunch specials Mon-Fri from 11-2 pm only $5.99. Open 7 days a week.

Appetizers, Sandwiches, Wraps, Salads, Burgers, Pizza & Wings. Full liquor with Happy Hour Mon-Sat from 3-6 pm.

Must Try: Jumbo Wings & Pizza 5688 Cypress Gardens Blvd. (863) 324-7524

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PEWIE

1. Who wrote and released “While My Guitar Gently Weeps”?

2. Which group originally released “Don’t Bring Me Down” in 1966?

3. Who wrote and released the 1962 parody “The Monster Mash”?

4. Elvin Bishop is consider a onehit wonder for which song?

5. Name the song that contains this lyric: “Moons and Junes and Ferris wheels, the dizzy dancing way you feel, When every fairy tale comes real.”

ANSWERS 1. George Harrison of the Beatles, appearing on their 1968 White Album. Harrison and Eric Clapton often played it together, including for the 1971 “Concert for Bangladesh” album.

2. Eric Burdon and the Animals.

The song charted in the Top Ten and was then covered by several others, including The Guess Who and Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.

3. Bobby “Boris” Pickett & The Crypt-Kickers. The song was released just before Halloween and tells of a scientist who created a monster that danced. A movie musical was released based on the song in 1995.

4. “Fooled Around and Fell in Love,” from 1976.

5. “Both Sides Now,” by Judy Collins in 1967. Songwriter Joni Mitchell included the song on her own “Clouds” album and the song earned a Grammy for Best Folk Recording in 1969.

• If the smell in your cedar chest has faded, you can bring it back easily with extra-fine sandpaper. A very light sanding is all it takes in most cases.

• If you like taking baths, you can invest in a second rubber bath mat to drape over the side of the tub. The edge will be nonslip, so you can hold on for support and your hands will not slide.

• Sunburn happens in the winter too, especially on the slopes.

Use a cotton ball soaked in cold tea to ease tight dry skin. Be sure you apply sunscreen to your face and wear eye protection when going out to play in the snow.

• For drains slowed by grease, sprinkle a half-cup each of salt and baking soda down the drain, and follow it with an entire kettle or pot of boiling water.

• For delicious baked potatoes, boil a pot of salted water, add whole potatoes with skin, remove from heat and let stand for 15 minutes. Finish in the oven for a sturdier skin. Start checking for doneness after 15 minutes in the oven. Baking time can be cut in half! -- J.L. in Florida • Remove musty smell from stored clothes by adding either vinegar or ammonia to the wash water. Be sure to check for smell removal BEFORE drying, as the dryer can bake the smell into clothes, making it more difficult to remove.

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Meet Pewie! This sweet girl is our 10 month old chihuahua mix. She is a very sweet girl who enjoys meeting new people and making new friends. She has never been around other dogs or cats so we are not sure how she will do. Pewie has lots of energy and loves exploring and playing with toys. She loves being held and getting attention.

HUEY

Huey is a tan and black male Labrador Retriever mix. He is approximately 6 months old. He has been neutered and is up to date on vaccines. Huey is a super cute and energetic boy who loves attention and just wants to chase lizards outside. If you're looking for a super smart best friend, Huey is the guy. Huey loves playing with just about any toy he can get his hands on!

BENTLEY

Bentley is a 10 month old black and white Domestic Shorthair. Bentley is a sweetheart bundle of energy that loves to explore and play. Bentley has opened up with Grady, another kitten in the room with him. They have bonded, and kittens are always best in pairs to keep each other entertained while our humans are gone - double the love and fun!

GRADY

Grady is a black and white Domestic Shorthair who is 10 months old. When he came in, he was a very scared lil boy who was very standoffish... until he met Bentley! Bentley is also a black and white Domestic Shorthair that's 10 months old, but they are not siblings. They friendship between them makes them brothers! Bentley is a sweetheart bundle of energy, he loves to explore and play.

The Humane Society of Polk County 3195 Dundee Road • Winter Haven, FL 33884 www.PolkNoKill.org • (863) 324-5227 Tues-Sat 10:30-6pm. Closed 1-2 pm for lunch.

Veterinarian of the Month Dr. Carol Thompson was born in Montgomery County Pennsylvania.

She grew up with many family pets and developed a love for animals.

She graduated from Muhlenberg College in Allentown, PA with a B.S. in biology and a music minor.

She attended the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia where she received her degree in veterinary medicine in 1990. She has practiced in Maryland (1990-2001) and Florida (2001 to present). Dr. Carol has always had an interest

in behaviour and enjoys trying to make your animal feel at home in our facility.

Professionally, Dr. Thompson has an interest in behaviour medicine, fitness conditioning, as well as medicine and surgery.

Outside of work, Dr. Carol enjoys running and aerobics. She also is working on training her Border Collie, Nash, to do freestyle and tricks so they can go visit at senior homes. They hope to be able to do demos on a regular basis.

Dr. Thompson

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World Ballet Series: Swan Lake The RP Funding Center is proud to host the World Ballet Series: Swan Lake for one night, as a part of the World Ballet Series, on April 3, 2024 at 7 p.m. Tickets on sale now.

Experience the legendary Swan Lake, the ballet of all ballets, performed one night only as a part of the World Ballet Series. See the iconic Dance of the Little Swans, count the 32 fouettés performed by Odile and immerse yourself in magical Tchaikovsky's music.

The production will feature richly detailed, hand-painted sets as well as over 150 radiant costumes that bring fresh representation to this timeless classic.

World Ballet Series is a unique project that attracts many international artists and is composed of renowned professional dancers representing over ten countries who are united by a passion for entertaining audiences and enriching classical ballet traditions through brilliant, critically-acclaimed new productions of timeless ballet classics.

Tickets prices range from $104.56 - $53 (applicable fees may apply) and are available by visiting the RP Funding Center Box Office, Monday and Thursday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., and online at www.rpfundingcenter.com.

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A benefit for Nursing Workforce Development at Winter Haven Hospital and the Winter Haven Women’s Hospital

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anonymous Friday, January 26 Polk Sporting Clays 5000 Firetower Road | Haines City

EVENT SCHEDULE Check-in: 11:30 a.m.

Lunch: 12:00 p.m.

Shooting: 1:00 p.m.

Awards / Reception: 3:30 p.m.

SCAN TO EXPERIENCE SHOOTER SHOWDOWN

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