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Battle of the Bands

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Calendar of Events

10 Live Local Music 14 Central Park Art Festival 26 Big Spring Line-up

COLUMNS: 4

Tracey's Tid-Bits

17 What's Rustling

Jimmy's Jimmies?

EDITOR’S NOTE As we continue through this pandemic and learn our new way of life, we are going to do our best to keep you up-todate on what is happening in our county in regards to dining, events and entertainment. Please see our Facebook page for updates and information.

These are trying times let's get Polk County back going strong.

Some events and functions are starting to reschedule for us to enjoy. Please contact the venues to confirm dates and times.

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Chris Douglas Publisher/Editor

Live Local Music

THE FUN & AMUSING: 19 Now Here's A Tip 19 Music Trivia

STAFF

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Central Park Art Festival

19 Pets of the Month

TRACEY GREENE JAMES COULTER

25 Strange But True 25 Kitchen Diva

LISTINGS: 8

Upcoming Events

10 Local Live Music 18 Restaurant Listing 22 Bars & Pubs

CHRIS DOUGLAS TRACEY GREENE

ERICA SMITH

EDITORIAL

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ERICA SMITH ELIZABETH MORRISEY

AMY SUMERLIN JAMES COULTER

PHOTOGRAPHY CHRIS DOUGLAS

Big Spring Line-up

MIKE POTTHAST

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TID BITS TRACEY’S

By Tracey Greene

Slàinte!

St. Patrick's Day Party Hosting an intimate St. Paddy’s Party with Pals? Here’s a few ideal dishes to consider for a classic Irish spread: • Corned Beef and Cabbage with a side of Soda Bread • Classic Irish Stew made with Guinness, of course!

• Colcannon – an Irish staple! Classic dish of creamy mashed potatoes and kale.

• Beef and Guinness Pies. Did you know the secret ingredient is chocolate?

• Potato Leek Soup • Parsnip and Potato Mash • Pressure Cooker Winter Squash and Lentil Stew • Corned Beef and Cabbage Sliders; try with a Guinness mustard.

• Pretzel Beer Cheese Dip; perfect snack to kick off St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.

• Beer and Irish Cheddar Bread; makes a dreamy sandwich.

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• Guinness and Irish Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese • Shepherd’s Pie • Rustic Lamb Stew • Bangers & Mash

• Porter Cake • Irish Whiskey and Stout Chocolate Cake • Irish Barmbrack The celebration starts with a great cocktail. Here are a few top Irish favorites for sipping or to enjoy in a tasty concoction.

Redbreast Irish Whiskey Classic Irish Coffee Pint of Guinness Tullamore DEW Irish Whiskey Murphy’s Irish Stout Jameson Whiskey Baileys Irish Cream Magner’s Irish Cider

What meal is complete without dessert?

Here are a few Classic Irish Desserts to satisfy any sweet tooth.

Music sets the tone for any party. Here’s a list of the best Irish Songs to add to your playlist.

• Irish Apple Cake (try adding a Custard Sauce) • Brioche Bread with Bourbon-Butterscotch Sauce • Apple Crumble • Baileys Cheesecake • Irish Chocolate Pots de Crème • Baileys Poke Cake • Guinness Cake • Irish Shortbread • Baileys Brownies • Left over Soda Bread? Turn it into Soda Bread Pudding. Yum! • Irish Potato Candies • Irish Coffee Cake

• “Molly Malone” by The Dubliners • “An Irish Pub Song” by The Rumjacks • “Drunken Lullabies” by Flogging Molly • “The Irish Rover” by The Dubliners & The Pogues • “Zombie” by The Cranberries • “I’m Shipping up to Boston” by Dropkick Murphys • “On Raglan Road” by Luke Kelly • “The Foggy Dew” by The Chieftains & Sinéad O’Connor • “Dirty Old Town” by The Pogues • “Seven Drunken Nights” by The

Dubliners • “Brown Eyed Girl” by Van Morrison • “Whiskey in the Jar” by Thin Lizzy • “The Rocky Road to Dublin” by The High Kings • “Beautiful Day” U2 • “Song for Ireland” by Luke Kelly • “The Blower’s Daughter” by Damien Rice • “Galway Girl” by Ed Sheeran • “C’est La Vie” by B*Witched • “Danny Boy” by Elvis Presley (or Celtic Woman) • “The Fields of Athenry” by Paddy Reilly • “Only Time” by Enya • “Nothing Coming 2 U” by Sinéad O’Connor • “I Don’t Like Mondays” by The Boomtown Rats • “Riverdance” by Bill Wheelan • “Breathless” by The Corrs • “Try a Little Tenderness” by The Commitments • “Sunday Bloody Sunday” by U2 • “This Is a Rebel Song” by Sinéad O’Connor Irish Blessing: “May your troubles be less. And your blessings be more. And nothing but happiness come through your door.”

Check out goodhousekeeping.com for more tips, recipes and ideas.

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by James Coulter

musicians, all in a scenic outdoor venue.

Orlando and Cocoa Beach, have applied

votes to select the best of the best.

rowed down to 11 entries.

Best of all, they have a chance to cast their Are you a little bit country? Or are you

a little bit rock n’ roll? Either way, you’re

Balmoral Resort has been striving to

for the competition, which have been narEach participant will be allotted 30 min-

sure to love the diverse musical selection

provide more entertainment options in

utes to perform their best music. By the

Village in Balmoral Resort in Haines City.

with the live musical entertainment they

the most votes from the audience and

the Bands is the inagural all-day outdoor

on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, which

including bands and solo musicians, will

Kenny, Owner of Feltrim Sports.

chance to win first place, among other

more live entertainment, but also promote

at the Battle of the Bands at Feltrim Sports

Haines City. They have proven successful

Presented by Feltrim Sports, Battle of

host outdoor at their Balmoral Bar and Grill

music festival where 11 musical groups,

always draws in a crowd, explained Garrett

be able to perform their best tunes for a

Wanting to do more to not only host

awards and prizes.

new musical talent, Balmoral Resort decid-

to listen to the best up and coming music

at their new Feltrim Sports Village com-

From rock to country, guests will be able

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ed to host its inagural Battle of the Bands

plex. Nearly 24 bands, from Clearwater to

end of the day, the band that receives

the select panel of judges from the music industry will have a chance to win first, second, or third place.

The musical event will be hosted at

Feltrim Sports Village, located within

the resort. The outdoor stadium is large

enough to contain two soccer fields and a league-standard football field. The venue is large enough to not only hold a crowd,

but allows attendees to properly social dis-

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tance themselves during these uncertain

have been well attended, Garrett said.

Normally, their events at the Balmoral

seeking outdoor entertainment for their

times.

Event Center draw in a crowd of 150

people, though they are typically kept

to around 75 people, Kenny said. Their

upcoming event, which will be outdoors, is

expected to draw in a sizeable audience of 400 to 500 people throughout the day, he explained.

“So we have a Battle of the Bands to

Feltrim Sports hopes to draw in people

upcoming Battle of the Bands. They expect to host many other events, both indoors and outdoors, in the near future to help

offer live entertainment to Northeast Polk County.

“The comments from the audience have

been positive,” he said. “If you are interest-

ed in music and want to come see up and coming bands, and you want to be outdoors where you don’t have to worry about COVID, it is a good event to attend.”

Battle of the Bands will be hosted on Sat., Apr. 17 from 12 PM to 9 PM. The event will be hosted at Feltrim Sports Village, located in Balmoral Resort at 204 Macaulay’s Cv. Haines City, FL 33844.

For more information, visit their website at: https://www.feltrimsports.com/battle

promote live entertainment in the area,

promote up and coming bands, and do it

in an outside environment,” Kenny said. “I

am hoping that people will come out, enjoy the outdoors, enjoy the music, and support the upcoming bands.”

Feltrim Sports Village provides an out-

door venue for sports and other events,

while the recently opened Balmoral Event Center provides an indoor venue for ban-

quets, weddings, and other hosted events including a hypnosis show last month.

Recently, the event center hosted a

Valentine’s dinner, a drag show, and a Newlywed Game-style activity. These

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by the Market Information Booth for more details! Located N. Kentucky Ave, Lakeland. Sat, 8 am-1 pm.

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Events will be included as space allows.

Arts, Crafts, Festivals & Expos

MAR 4

to 14 – Florida Strawberry Festival. Offering fresh strawberries, newly created foods, headline entertainment, rides, agriculture, artwork and exhibitors and crafts along with free acts throughout the eleven day celebration, the Florida Strawberry Festival in Plant City is a must see annual event.

The Festival grounds are alcohol-free.

Located in Plant City.

MAR 5

& 6 – 10th Annual Original Highwaymen Extravaganza. The City of Davenport presents the 10th Annual Extravaganza on Fri & Sat, Mar 5 & 6.

Art Show is Saturday at the Davenport Community Center from 10am to 4pm.

The art show is free and open to the public. Social hour is 6:30pm and dinner is at 7:30pm, capping off the night at 8:30pm with a live auction. Art show located at Davenport Community Center. Dinner/Auction is located at Providence Golf Club 1518 Clubhouse Blvd, Davenport, FL 33837. Art Show is 10-4 pm and FREE. Plated dinner is $50; limited seating. Tickets may be purchased from the city at 863-4193300, ext 138 or kfussell@mydavenport.org More info at PolkArts.org

MAR 6

& 7 – 50th Annual Bloomin’ Arts Show. A highlight of the year in Bartow. Volunteers from community businesses and organizations plan and work for months to bring this event to the city. Artists gather from all over the country to compete for top prizes and sell their artwork. In conjunction with

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the main art event, there is also a quilt display in the beautiful Polk Historical Museum, a flower show, car show and a display of student art. Sat & Sun. Downtown Bartow E Main Street.

MAR 12

& 13 – Pigapalooza 2021! FBA sanctioned BBQ competition with vendors, a kid zone, live music, and of course the opportunity to purchase award winning barbecue.

Located Kid Ellis Rd, Mulberry 33860.

Fri, 5-10 pm and Sat, 9-5 pm. Free admission. https://www.facebook.com/ cityofmulberryfl/events/

MAR 13

– 19th Annual Spring Obsession. Lakeland’s premier garden event in Lakeland. 60+vendors: plants, orchids, food, music, expert speakers and more! This year will be our first year at Lake Crago. A celebration of garden, art and music featuring local and regional nurseries, garden exhibitors and art for and about the garden.

A perfect way to spend a Saturday in the spring. NEW location: Lake Crago, 525 Lk Crago Dr, Lakeland. Sat, 8-3 pm. www.SpringObsession.org

MAR 13

– Annual Lake Ashton “Trash to Treasure” Fair. The ballroom will be completely full of furniture and gently used items donated by Lake Ashton residents for this popular sale. Face masks and temperature checks required. This year’s event will benefit Blankets of Love (BOLLA); making blankets for children in crisis.

Located Lake Ashton Ballroom, 4141 Ashton Club Dr., Lk Wales 33859. Sat, 8am-12pm.

MAR 18

to 20 – Original Sewing & Quilt Expo. The latest exhibits from textile artists are on display. Stroll through aisles of quilts from artists across the country. Enjoy how-to presentations and trunk shows. Enter super prize drawings at the expo. Located at RP Funding Center, Lakeland. Thurs-Sat, 10-5 pm. RPFundingCenter.com or SewingExpo.com

MAR 20

& 21 – 42nd Annual Central Park Art Festival. Presented by Victor Smith Law Group and Ridge Art Association. Fine Art and Fine Crafts, Music, Food Court, Children’s Hands-

on Art by Polk State College. Located downtown Winter Haven, Central Park.

Sat & Sun, 10-5 pm.

MAR 20

& 21 – 15th Annual Lakeland VW Classic. This Event will have Air & Water Cooled Volkswagens, New & Used Parts, Dealer Displays, VW Toys, Collectables, Cash Prizes, Games for the children, Live Band, (DJ) Great Jack Flash, FREE Camping, Over $5000.00 in Door Prizes and Great Food! Family Friendly Event.

Located at RP Funding Center, Lakeland. Sat & Sun, Gates open at 6 am. Cost - $5 Adults; 12 & under FREE. RPFundingCenter.com and LakelandVWClassic.com for more info.

MAR 27

& 28 – Repticon Lakeland, Reptile & Exotic Animal Show.

Located RP Funding Center, Lakeland.

Sat & Sun, show times: 9-11 am, 11:30-1:30 pm, 2-4 pm. Tickets available online only: $10 Adults, $5 Youth 5-12 yrs, 4-under free. Plus parking.

Masks and social distancing required.

Repticon.com for tickets and info.

APR 2

– April First Friday.

Head to Downtown Lakeland on the first Friday of every month for First Friday! Downtown shops and restaurants will be open late. Enjoy goodies, giveaways, and discounts from local business exhibitors. 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

Markets, Antique Fairs & Car Shows Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market – Saturdays. We have an exceptional variety of local vendors who offer fresh produce, seafood, pastries, breads, desserts, local honey, artisans, and crafts, to name a few.

We are part of the FAB (Fresh Access Bucks) program that assists those in the SNAP/EBT program by encouraging healthy behaviors by making fresh, local produce more affordable and accessible to SNAP customers. Stop

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 9-1 pm.

Mar 13

& 27 – The 2nd & 4th Saturday Markets. Free Community Event; family and pet-friendly! Fresh produce and veggies, local pure raw honey, arts, crafts, jewelry, apparel, CBD products, coffee, baked goods, sauces, gourmet, wooden furniture, MLN products, food trucks, kettle corn, live music, non-profit organizations, and much more! Located downtown Winter Haven in Central Park. Sat, 9-3 pm.

Concerts & Theatre

MAR 4

to 21 – Avenue Q. The laugh-out-loud musical tells the timeless story of a recent college grad named Princeton, who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. He soon discovers that, although the residents seem nice, it’s clear that this is not your ordinary neighborhood.

Together, Princeton and his new-found friends struggle to find jobs, dates and their ever-elusive purpose in life.

Located Theatre Winter Haven, 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd SW, Winter Haven. Thurs-Sat, 7:30 pm. Sun, 2:30 pm (Sun, Mar 21 available only).

WARNING: This show contains strong adult language, mature themes and references. This show is not for children. www.TheatreWinterHaven.com

MAR 5

to 14 – Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Based on the beloved Academy Award-winning animated feature.

The Broadway musical performed at the Lakeland Community Theatre, 121 S Lake Ave, Lakeland. Fri, 7:30 pm. Sat, 2 & 7:30 pm. Sun, 2 pm.

LakelandCommunityTheatre.com

MAR 12

, 26 & APR 9, 23 – CenterState Bank Concert Under the Stars Series at Bok. Enjoy amazing music, starlit nights, and the beautiful setting for a truly unique concert experience. The CenterState Bank Concert Under the Stars Series is a co-production of the Lake Wales Arts Council and Bok Tower Gardens. The CenterState Concert Under the Stars series is supported by Gessler Clinic and Forni Dental. Mar 12: Daniela Soledade w/ Nate Najar, Mar 26: Paul Gavin Quartet feat. James Suggs, Apr 9: Gary Mule Deer, Apr 23: Rev Barry & The Funk.

Concerts at the Oval Lawn. Located Bok Tower Gardens, Lk Wales. Fri,

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7 pm. Cost - $36 for members, $40 for Non-members ($48 Day of Concert). Buy a series pass and save! Tickets available online. www.BokTowerGardens.org

APR 14

to MAY 2 – Neil Simon’s Barefoot in the Park. One of the most beloved comedies of Neil Simon. Newlyweds Corie and Paul Bratter are over the moon to begin their life together in their new apartment in Manhattan. It may be small and a six-flight climb, the heating may be busted and snow may be falling through the skylight, but nothing can quash their newlywed bliss. Paul is a straight-laced lawyer and Corie a romantic free-spirit; nevertheless, opposites attract and the two are wild about each other. Corie decides to set her conservative widowed mother up with their eccentric, bohemian neighbor.

A wild night ensues, one that highlights just how different Corie and Paul are. The young couple must learn how to accept and embrace their differences as they learn that marriage is no easy walk in the park. Located Theatre Winter Haven, 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd SW, Winter Haven.

Thurs-Sat, 7:30 pm. Sun, 2:30 pm www.

TheatreWinterHaven.com

APR 16

to 25 – The Savannah Sipping Society. In this delightful, laugh-a-minute comedy, four unique Southern women, all needing to escape the sameness of their day-to-day routines, are drawn together by an impromptu happy hour—reclaiming the enthusiasm for life they’ve lost through the years. Performed at the Lakeland Community Theatre, 121 S Lake Ave, Lakeland. Fri & Sat, 7:30 pm. Sun, 2 pm.

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MAY 14

to 23 – Ring of Fire. More than two dozen classic hits—including “I Walk The Line” and “A Boy Named Sue,” paint a musical portrait of The Man in Black that promises to be a foot-stompin’, crowd-pleasin’ salute to a unique musical legend! Performed at the Lakeland Community Theatre, 121 S Lake Ave, Lakeland. Fri & Sat, 7:30 pm. Sun, 2 pm.

LakelandCommunityTheatre.com

Charity Events & Golf Tournaments

APR 10

– Annual Artful Bowl. Annual Fundraiser for Platform Art, public art program. Artful Bowl is a casual gala-ish event including great food and libations and unexpected non-stop artful entertainment. Each year attendees take home a hand-made original ceramic bowl made by regional artist and entrepreneur, Randy Glotfelty, JenKen Kilns. Unique entertainment including visual art, film, fashion, music and unexpected performances, a signature Platform Art party. Sat, 7-9 pm.

Cost - $100 pp; $250 & $500 for recognition as hosts includes complimentary membership $1,000 and above sponsorships. Recognition commensurate with contribution levels. For more info contact: Cynthia Haffey Cynthia@PlatformArt.org or PlatformArt.org

APR 16

– Relay for Life Winter Haven. Relay for Life is the signature fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. Volunteers give of their time and effort because we believe it’s time to take action against cancer.

Please join us in this event to remember loved ones lost and honor the survivors at www.RelayForLife.org/WinterHavenFl Relay for Life event is Fri 6-10:30 pm.

Survivors please register for your dinner at: 1-800-227-2345 or www.RelayforLife. org/WinterHavenFl https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STR/ RelayForLife/RFLCY19SER?pg=entry&fr_ id=91358

MAY 17

– Achievement Academy’s 7th Annual “Top Chef of Polk County”.

Participating Chefs’ Restaurants After much thought and consideration, Achievement Academy’s Board of Directors has decided to move the “Top Chef of Polk County” event from Monday, April 12th to Monday, May 17th. Due to COVID concerns, the location has changed from the RP Funding Center to participating chefs’ restaurants. This format will allow for a safe environment with only 25 guests per restaurant. We hope you will join us for a night of delicious food and fellowship while raising much-needed funds for children with special needs.

Guests will enjoy a three-course meal that includes their chef’s signature dish accompanied by a wine or libation that complements the dish’s flavors. During the event, there will be an online silent auction. Achievement Academy will ask for each sponsor’s top three chef restaurant choices in hopes we pair you with your preference. A panel of judges will sample each chef’s creation the day of the event to award the “Top Chef of Polk County.”

The chef who raises the most funds for Achievement Academy through their donated auction item(s) and online voting will earn the “Top Philanthropic Chef” award. Mon. 6-9 pm. Located at a variety of restaurants; check online for details.

Sponsorship opportunities and details are available at www.achievementacademy. com

Sports

MAR 3

– Detroit Tigers vs Philadelphia. Spring training baseball. Masks required. Located Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland. Wed, 1:05 pm. Tickets/Info: https://www.mlb. com/tigers/spring-training

MAR 4

– Detroit Tigers vs Toronto. Spring training baseball. Masks required. Located Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland. Thurs, 1:05 pm. Tickets/Info: https://www.mlb. com/tigers/spring-training

MAR 7

– Detroit Tigers vs Toronto. Spring training baseball. Masks required. Located Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland. Sun, 1:05 pm. Tickets/Info: https://www.mlb.com/ tigers/spring-training

MAR 9

– Detroit Tigers vs New York Yankees.

Spring training baseball. Masks required.

Located Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland. Tues, 1:05 pm. Tickets/Info: https://www.mlb.com/tigers/spring-training

MAR 12

– Detroit Tigers vs New York Yankees. Spring training baseball. Masks required. Located Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland. Fri, 1:05 pm. Tickets/Info: https://www.mlb.com/tigers/spring-training

MAR 13

– Tampa Bay Tornadoes vs Carolina Predators. Indoor football.

Located RP Funding Center, Lakeland.

Sat, 7 pm. For tickets and more info, RPFundingCenter.com

MAR 14

– Detroit Tigers vs Baltimore. Spring training baseball. Masks required. Located Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland. Sun, 1:05 pm. Tickets/Info: https://www.mlb. com/tigers/spring-training

MAR 15

– Detroit Tigers vs Toronto. Spring training baseball. Masks required. Located Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium,

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MAR 16

– Detroit Tigers vs New York Yankees.

Spring training baseball. Masks required.

Located Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland. Tues, 1:05 pm. Tickets/Info: https://www.mlb.com/tigers/spring-training

MAR 19

– Detroit Tigers vs Toronto. Spring training baseball. Masks required. Located Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland. Fri, 1:05 pm. Tickets/Info: https://www.mlb. com/tigers/spring-training

MAR 20

– Detroit Tigers vs Pittsburgh. Spring training baseball. Masks required. Located Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland. Sat, 1:05 pm. Tickets/Info: https://www.mlb. com/tigers/spring-training

MAR 21

– Tampa Bay Tornadoes vs Georgia-lina Lions. Indoor football.

Located RP Funding Center, Lakeland.

Sunday. RPFundingCenter.com

MAR 23

– Detroit Tigers vs New York Yankees.

Spring training baseball. Masks required.

Located Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland. Tues, 1:05 pm. Tickets/Info: https://www.mlb.com/tigers/spring-training

MAR 24

– Detroit Tigers vs Philadelphia. Spring training baseball. Masks required. Located Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland. Wed, 1:05 pm. Tickets/Info: https://www.mlb. com/tigers/spring-training

MAR 27

– Detroit Tigers vs Philadelphia. Spring training baseball. Masks required. Located Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland. Wed, 1:05 pm. Tickets/Info: https://www.mlb. com/tigers/spring-training

MAR 30

– Detroit Tigers vs Tampa Bay. Spring training baseball. Masks required. Located Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland. Sat, 1:05 pm. Tickets/Info: https://www.mlb. com/tigers/spring-training

APR 3

– Tampa Bay Tornadoes vs Georgia Cobras. Indoor football. Located RP Funding Center, Lakeland. Saturday.

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APR 10

– Tampa Bay Tornadoes vs Charlotte Thunder. Indoor football.

Located RP Funding Center, Lakeland.

Saturday. RPFundingCenter.com

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KATIE PINDER BROWN (Chain of Lakes Park, WH) SOUTHBOUND75 (Keel & Curley Winery, PL CTY) CLASSIC REWIND/ KAM FALK (Old Town, KISS)

SUNDAY, MAR 21

MARCH/APRIL/MAY CONCERT CALENDAR *Please note due to the COVID-19 virus, some businesses may be at limited capacity. Please check Facebook pages to confirm that these events are still scheduled.

TUESDAY, MAR 2 FOLEY & BURNS (Apple Lounge, WH)

WEDNESDAY, MAR 3 PRESS PLAY (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) DAVID BRIMER DUO (Somewhere Sports Bar, WH)

THURSDAY, MAR 4 LUBECK (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) MICKENZIE PEISHER w/THE LINE UP (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) JOHN FRINZI (Swan Brewing, LKD) ALYSSA GUSTIN (The Pink Piano, LKD) DON JUCEAM 10:30a/ MIKE WALKER 12:30, 2:30, 4:30p/WHAT REMAINS 6p (FL Strawberry Fest, PL CTY)

FRIDAY, MAR 5

PICKUP ARTISTS (Old Man Frank’s, WH) HANNAH HARPER (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) NEAL AND PREY (The Pink Piano, LKD) LEAVING EDEN (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) RED HEADED STEPCHILD (Apple Lounge, WH) MELISSA LEE ZENKER (Keel & Curley Winery, PL CTY) THEO MOON (1845 Tap House, DVPT) SHANE MEADE (Brew Hub, LKD) RYAN MCVEIGH (Federal Bar, LKD) RED HOT ROOSTER (Somewhere Sports Bar, WH) BLUE COLLAR BAND (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA) MIKE WALKER 12:30, 2:30, 4:30p/SOUTHBOUND 6p (FL Strawberry Fest, PL CTY)

SATURDAY, MAR 6 BINGE (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) SKIP FRYE 2p/ BLAKE FREE BAND 7p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) JOSH BLEVINS (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) JUSTIN LAYMAN (The Brass Tap, LKD) CAT RIDGEWAY (Swan Brewing, LKD)

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LEAVING EDEN (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) MICAH SHANE (Federal Bar, LKD) CHASING DAYLIGHT (The Yard On Mass, LKD) BLACK WATER (Somewhere Sports Bar, WH) T. MIKE & DUKE (Grove Roots Brew Co, WH) MIKE WALKER 12:30, 2:30, 4:30p/SICK HOT 6p (FL Strawberry Fest, PL CTY)

SUNDAY, MAR 7

OAKLEE MUSIC (Old Man Frank’s, WH) LUBECK (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) MELISSA LEE ZENKER (Duke’s Brewhouse, WH) WONDERLAND (Caribbean Bay, WH) B. HAVEN (The Twisted Prop, WH) MIKE WALKER 12:30, 2:30, 4:30p/“ACE” JACKSON AND THE JUMP KINGS 6p (FL Strawberry Fest, PL CTY)

MONDAY, MAR 8

BRADEN CRAWFORD (Somewhere Sports Bar, WH) MIKE WALKER 12:30, 2:30, 4:30p/VALLEY’S END 6p (FL Strawberry Fest, PL CTY)

TUESDAY, MAR 9

MIKE WALKER 12:30, 2:30, 4:30p/HEANON MUSIC 6p (FL Strawberry Fest, PL CTY)

WEDNESDAY, MAR 10 DIESEL DAISY (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) ROGER & COREY DUO (Somewhere Sports Bar, WH) MIKE WALKER 12:30, 2:30, 4:30p/OXFORD NOLAND 6p (FL Strawberry Fest, PL CTY)

THURSDAY, MAR 11

MICKENZIE PEISHER w/THE LINE UP (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) ACOUSTIC DOSE (Old Man Frank’s, WH) PHANTASTIQUE (The Pink Piano, LKD) CHELSEA MARGARET/NOAN PARTLY/PATTY KENOLY & “JR” JACK SPROUSE (The Yard On Mass, LKD) JIMMY MAZZ 10:30a/ MIKE WALKER 12:30p, 2:30p, 4:30p/BITS OF GRASS 6p (FL Strawberry Fest, PL CTY)

FRIDAY, MAR 12

DANIELA SOLEDADE & NATE NAJAR (Bok Tower Gardens, LW) TEEZHER (Old Man Frank’s, WH) ELECTRIC HAZE (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) BLAKE FREE (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) SIXX L SIXX (Swan Brewing, LKD) RYAN MCVEIGH (1845 Tap House, DVPT) HARLEQUIN (Apple Lounge, WH) STEVE HOGIE DUO (Brew Hub, LKD) ESSENCE DUO (Federal Bar, LKD) B. HAVEN (Somewhere Sports Bar, WH) NO DOUBT TRIBUTE (Chain of Lakes Park, WH) MIKE WALKER 12:30, 2:30, 4:30p/THE DESCENDANTS 6p (FL Strawberry Fest, PL CTY)

SATURDAY, MAR 13 SOUTHERN BLEND (Old Man Frank’s, WH) JOSH BLEVINS (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) FREE WHISKEY BAND (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) SOUTHBOUND75 (Duke’s Brewhouse, LKD) PROPER WEDNESDAY (The Yard On Mass, LKD) JEFF VITOLO & THE QUARTER MILE REBELS (Out-n-About Bar , DUN) LEAVING EDEN (Caribbean Bay, WH) TROPICO BLVD (Maddox Ranch, LKD) RICK GRAHAM BAND (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) SG WOOD (Swan Brewing, LKD) CRSTI MASSEY & JOHN CAMPBELL DUO (Brew Hub, LKD) SKIP & NANCY FRYE (Federal Bar, LKD) GEORGE MORRIS & THE LARIAT (Camp Mack, LW) KEYSOUNDSOUL (Jensen’s Corner Bar, WH) THE NY ROCKABILLY ROCKETS (Ramon Theatre, FRSTPF) MIKE WALKER 12:30, 2:30, 4:30p/UNPAINTED SOULS 6p (FL Strawberry Fest, PL CTY)

SUNDAY, MAR 14

THE BROKE (Old Man Frank’s, WH) FREE WHISKEY DUO (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) RUSHOUR: TRIBUTE TO RUSH (Chain of Lakes Park, WH) MIKE WALKER 12:30p/2:30p (FL Strawberry Fest, PL CTY)

MONDAY, MAR 15

MICAH MADORE (Somewhere Sports Bar, WH)

TUESDAY, MAR 16 BRADEN CRAWFORD (Apple Lounge, WH)

WEDNESDAY, MAR 17 ROB JENNIS (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

THURSDAY, MAR 18 TONY KNIGHT (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) MICKENZIE PEISHER w/THE LINE UP (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) DAVID BRIMER (Old Man Frank’s, WH) 7 BRIDGES: ULTIMATE EAGLES TRIBUTE (Polk Theatre, LKD)

FRIDAY, MAR 19

ALMOST THERE (Old Man Frank’s, WH) FOLEY & BURNS (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) TEEZHER (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) WONDERLAND (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) BILLY & RICH DUO (Federal Bar, LKD) LIVE HART (1845 Tap House, DVPT) THE HILLBENDERS (Lk Ashton Clubhouse, LW) RED HOT ROOSTER wsg BRADEN CRAWFORD (Apple Lounge, WH) RUNNING RECKLESS (Out-n-About Bar, DUN) THE BROKE (Somewhere Sports Bar, WH)

SATURDAY, MAR 20 SOUL 2 EARTH (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) JOSH BLEVINS (Old Man Frank’s, WH) JOE REID (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) RYAN MCVEIGH (1845 Tap House, DVPT) JEFF VITOLO & THE QUARTER MILE REBELS (Duke’s Brewhouse, LKD) FRANK GIOVETTI (Federal Bar, LKD) ALMOST THERE (Somewhere Sports Bar, WH) TRIPLE SHOT BAND (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA)

FREE WHISKEY 2p/ BLUE COLLAR BAND 7p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) JADE & DUKE (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) LAURA THURSTON (Swan Brewing, LKD) TREZZ HOMBRES (Theatre Winter Haven, WH) ALMOST THERE (Camp Mack, LW) MELISSA LEE ZENKER (Keel & Curley Winery, PL CTY)

TUESDAY, MAR 23 LUBECK (Apple Lounge, WH)

WEDNESDAY, MAR 24 JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) JADE & DUKE (Somewhere Sports Bar, WH)

THURSDAY, MAR 25 MICKENZIE PEISHER w/THE LINE UP (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) KAT & MICAH (Old Man Frank’s, WH) SHAWN RAHN (Swan Brewing, LKD)

FRIDAY, MAR 26

PAUL GAVIN QUARTET wsg JAMES SUGGS (Bok Tower Gardens, LW) RED HOT ROOSTER (Old Man Frank’s, WH) AGGIE ROAD wsg JOEY FOLEY (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) ACOUSTIC DOSE (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) SOUTHBOUND (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) MELISSA LEE ZENKER (The Yard On Mass, LKD) BEN CRANE (1845 Tap House, DVPT) SPANKIN’ SADIE (Apple Lounge, WH) DAVID SMITH (Brew Hub, LKD) LAURIE & RUSTY WRIGHT (Federal Bar, LKD) BRADEN CRAWFORD (Somewhere Sports Bar, WH) T. MIKE & DUKE (The Twisted Prop, WH)

SATURDAY, MAR 27

BLAKE FREE BAND (Old Man Frank’s, WH) RUNNING RECKLESS (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) PROPER WEDNESDAY (Swan Brewing, LKD) WONDERLAND (Out-n-About Lounge, DUN) POLK COUNTY PORCH PICKERS (Apple Lounge, WH) TEEZHER (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH)

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B. HAVEN (Somewhere Sports Bar, WH)

SUNDAY, MAR 28 KEITH ROBINETTE (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) SKIP FRYE 2p/ PICKUP ARTISTS 6p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) TEEZHER (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) MELISSA LEE ZENKER (Duke’s Brewhouse, LKD) T. MIKE & DUKE (Swan Brewing, LKD) THE BOXERS: TRIBUTE TO SIMON & GARFUNKEL (Chain of Lakes Park, WH)

MONDAY, MAR 29

RANDY GOIN’ SOLO (Somewhere Sports Bar, WH)

TUESDAY, MAR 30 ZACH WILLIAMS, MAC POWELL AND CAIN (Drive-In Theater, LKD) ACOUSTIC DOSE (Apple Lounge, WH)

WEDNESDAY, MAR 31 JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) RED HOT ROOSTER & FRIENDS (Somewhere Sports Bar, WH)

THURSDAY, APR 1 MICKENZIE PEISHER w/THE LINE UP (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC)

FRIDAY, APR 2

BLIND SIGHTED (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) OCCASIONAL ASTRONAUTS (Out-n-About Bar, DUN) THEO MOON (1845 Tap House, DVPT) MELISSA LEE ZENKER (Keel & Curley Winery, PL CTY)

SATURDAY, APR 3

KeySoundSoul FRIDAY, APR 9

GARY MULE DEER (Bok Tower Gardens, LW) SOUTHERN STARS (Old Man Frank’s, WH) JOE REID (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) RYAN MCVEIGH (1845 Tap House, DVPT)

SATURDAY, APR 10 BLAKE FREE BAND (Old Man Frank’s, WH) LIVE HART (The Brass Tap, LKD) RANDY GOIN’ SOLO (Camp Mack, LW) BLUE COLLAR BAND (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA)

SUNDAY, APR 11 RUSTED (Old Man Frank’s, WH)

HARD CANDY (Old Man Frank’s, WH) REBEL SOUL (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH)

WEDNESDAY, APR 14

SUNDAY, APR 4

THURSDAY, APR 15

ACOUSTIC DOSE (Old Man Frank’s, WH) LIVE HART (Swan Brewing, LKD)

WEDNESDAY, APR 7 FRAMING THE RED (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA) JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

THURSDAY, APR 8 MICKENZIE PEISHER w/THE LINE UP (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) DAVID BRIMER (Old Man Frank’s, WH)

JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

MICKENZIE PEISHER w/THE LINE UP (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) FREE WHISKEY (Old Man Frank’s, WH) WHOIARE (The Pink Piano, LKD) LIVE HART (1845 Tap House, DVPT)

FRIDAY, APR 16

THE CONSPIRACY BAND (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) HEATHER DESANCTIS (1845 Tap House, DVPT)

SATURDAY, APR 17

SOUTHBOUND75 (Keel & Curley Winery, PL CTY)

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SUNDAY, APR 18

ALMOST THERE (Old Man Frank’s, WH) MELISSA LEE ZENKER (Keel & Curley Winery, PL CTY)

WEDNESDAY, APR 21 JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

THURSDAY, APR 22 MICKENZIE PEISHER w/THE LINE UP (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) ACOUSTIC DOSE (Old Man Frank’s, WH)

FRIDAY, APR 23

REV BARRY & THE FUNK (Bok Tower Gardens, LW) TEEZHER (Old Man Frank’s, WH) RED HEADED STEPCHILD (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) RYAN MCVEIGH (Federal Bar, LKD)

SATURDAY, APR 24 SPANKIN’ SADIE (Old Man Frank’s, WH) THE BLUE ROOSTERS (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH)

SUNDAY, APR 25 ALMOST THERE (Old Man Frank’s, WH)

WEDNESDAY, APR 28 JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

THURSDAY, APR 29 ROB LITTLE (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH)

MICKENZIE PEISHER w/THE LINE UP (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) CHASE & MICAH (Old Man Frank’s, WH)

FRIDAY, APR 30

HONEY (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) LIVE HART (1845 Tap House, DVPT)

SATURDAY, MAY 1 BLAKE FREE (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH)

SUNDAY, MAY 2 LIVE HART (Swan Brewing, LKD)

WEDNESDAY, MAY 5 JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

THURSDAY, MAY 6 MICKENZIE PEISHER w/THE LINE UP (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC)

FRIDAY, MAY 7

RUNNING RECKLESS (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) MELISSA LEE ZENKER (Keel & Curley Winery, PL CTY)

SATURDAY, MAY 8 NEAL AND PREY (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH)

WEDNESDAY, MAY 12 JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

THURSDAY, MAY 13 MICKENZIE PEISHER w/THE LINE UP (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC)

ACOUSTIC DOSE (Old Man Frank’s, WH)

FRIDAY, MAY 14 RYAN MCVEIGH (1845 Tap House, DVPT)

SATURDAY, MAY 15

PROPER WEDNESDAY (Leo’s Live/Ybor Cigar, LKD) POP-DA-ROCK (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) JEFF VITOLO & THE QUARTER MILE REBELS (Keel & Curley Winery, PL CTY) JOSH BLEVINS BAND (Camp Mack, LW)

SUNDAY, MAY 16

BILLY DICKERSON (Harborside, LKD) CIRCUS MUTT (Swan Brewing, LKD) MELISSA LEE ZENKER (Keel & Curley Winery, PL CTY)

WEDNESDAY, MAY 19 JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

THURSDAY, MAY 20 MICKENZIE PEISHER w/THE LINE UP (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC)

FRIDAY, MAY 21 SOUTHBOUND (Old Man Frank’s, WH) PROPER WEDNESDAY (Brew Hub, LKD)

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.

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12 TH Annual

“Swing for the Cure” Golf Tournament & Online Auction Online Auction & Raffle Drawing March 26 - April 1, 2021 Scramble Golf Tournament All proceeds from the 2019 LFCF "Swing for the Cure" event Saturday, March 27, 2021 | 9:00am will benefit the Winter Haven Hospital Cassidy Cancer Center.

Country Club of Winter Haven | 4200 Country Club Road, South

All proceeds from the 2021 events will go to support the Winter Haven Hospital Cassidy Cancer Center patients.

Featuring Fuzzy Zoeller Winner of ‘79 Masters, ‘84 U.S. Open, 2002 Senior PGA Championship

The Cassidy Family For More Information, call: Josh Lewis (863) 287-2106 | WHH Foundation (863) 292-4138 whhfoundation@baycare.org Find us on facebook.com/LewisFamilyCancerFund

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Ridge Art Association’s Central Park Art Festival Returns to Downtown Winter Haven

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By Elizabeth Morrisey

ne of Winter Haven’s largest downtown events will be held March 20th and 21st to celebrate fine art presented

by Victor Law Group. After having to go virtual last year, the Ridge Art Association’s Central Park Art Festival team is ready to feature Florida artists again.

Christy Hemenway, executive director of Ridge Art, says the event has been a fundraiser for the association for 43 years. It will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with artists from around Central Florida.

“We strive (for featuring) quality work,” she says.

“It’s not crafts. You can go and get a special piece to hang or jewelry.”

This will be Bartow resident Ronald Malone’s first time selling his artwork at the festival. He paints watercolor portraits and his series that will be featured is called Hat Ladies. “This event is well known and well attended,” he said.

Malone uses lots of color and really gets to know his subjects by writing down information about each one after interviewing them. “I like focusing on the expressions of people. It’s a way to share my insights and how I see life.” Along with selling his larger pieces, a unique addition will be selling

smaller 8 by 10 paintings for $150. He will take orders from people, take their picture and paint a portrait.

Hemenway says the festival will be less than in the past, with about 45 vendors, because some artists weren’t comfortable yet with traveling. But there will be a little bit of everything. From photography to wood work and pottery to oils. “It’s mostly locals from places like St. Petersburg, Lakeland, New Smyrna and other areas,” she explains.

Longtime festival participant and Winter Haven resident, Don Stone, is a folk artist and has been painting for 20 years. His artwork is acrylic on wood. “I like to tell stories and I love color,” he says. “It’s mental therapy. I like the interaction with patrons.”

This year, Ridge Art is making sure tents are further apart and there will be plenty of hand sanitizing stations due to COVID-19 concerns. There will not be an entertainment tent or kid’s area in an attempt to prevent large gatherings.

“It’s outdoors with the sunshine,” she says. “We encourage masks for attendees and volunteers and vendors will be wearing them.”

When the COVID scare started in March 2020, the show was canceled and artists were refunded

their money. But because it is the artists’ livelihood, Hemenway wanted to still help them. They put one or two pieces of art on the website with a link to buy directly from the artist. “We’re a community and we need to help each other in these times.”

Ridge Art Association has been dedicated to the arts for 71 years. Their mission is to educate and promote understanding of the Visual Arts and to sponsor cultural events within the community.

They are located in the Advent Field House by Theatre Winter Haven and host regular exhibits.

They also host municipal shows at the Winter Haven airport, Lake Alfred and Winter Haven city halls, Haines City library and Mackay Gardens.

“It’s important for people to see art,” Hemenway says. “It enhances life and you can see things in a different way.”

Hemenway felt they still needed to have the event this year. “People need something to do and it’s a free event,” adding that there will also be food trucks. “We don’t want them to feel like they have to buy something. They can enjoy it and still have a great day at the park,” she says.

Artwork by Ronald Malone

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Let’s Meet In Reality, Not The Middle!

“Do not be unequally yoked...For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness?” - 2 Cor. 6:14 (ESV) Y’all watch the Super Bowl?

Remember the Bruce Springsteen commercial? The one where he sits in a rural Kansas chapel and laments how “divided” America has become and how we should all “reunite” in “the middle”?

“It’s no secret the middle has been a hard place to get to lately,” he tells us.

“We just have to remember the very soil we stand on is common ground so we can get there.” (Also, that we should buy a Jeep!)

I’ll give the Boss the benefit of the

doubt. I believe he, like everyone else, feels stressed by the political division and unrest that has unfolded these past four years, and that he believes the solution is for everyone to set aside their differences and come together in “the middle.” My question to him is, who, exactly, are we supposed to meet in “the middle”?

Is it the armed insurrectionists who stormed the Capitol to overthrow a democratic election because they believed it was rigged against their presidential candidate? Is it Marjorie Taylor Greene, the congresswoman who believes in conspiracy theories like how 9/11 is an “inside job” and wildfires

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were started by “Jewish space lasers”?

Or is it the anti-vax protesters who shut down Dodger Stadium, preventing people from receiving life-saving medicine, because they believed COVID-19 is a hoax?

Since the election, folks like the Boss have called for “unity,” urging Americans to “reach across the aisle” and “heal the divide.” Sure, under normal circumstances, we should set aside our differences and come together for the greater good. But these are not normal circumstances!

America is divided. But this division isn’t mere partisanship between left and right. It’s not between liberal and conservative or Democrat and Republican.

It’s between people who live in reality and people who don’t.

And the solution isn’t to “reunite” in “the middle.” Unity is futile if both sides are heading in opposite directions.

Because right now, one side (while imperfect) wants to set real goals for real problems while the other side has veered far off the edge into conspiracy theory, fake news, and bigotry. And right now, that side needs to accept facts that normally wouldn’t be considered “political” or “partisan.” These facts include: • COVID-19 is not a “Chinese hoax”, and wearing masks and taking vaccines will stop it.

• Global warming is also not a

“Chinese hoax”, and we need to cooperate with other countries to stop it.

• Black lives matter, and we need to pass reform to protect them against police brutality.

• Nukes can’t stop hurricanes, bleach injections can’t stop COVID-19, and any scientific-illiterate who believes such nonsense is not fit for political office.

• The election wasn’t “rigged”, and Trump lost because more people voted for Biden.

• There is no secret cabal of “Satanworshipping pedophiles” who kidnap children to drink their blood, and Trump was not secretly fighting them in the “deep state.”

• The devout Catholic who regularly mentions God in his speeches does not want to “ban religion” and “dethrone God.” • The president who wrote the 1994 Crime Bill as a senator, whose vice president was a “tough-on-crime” state attorney general, and whose initial choice for attorney general was a lawyer who declined to prosecute the cop who killed George Floyd, is not trying to “abolish the police.”

• Both sides don’t need to meet in “the middle.” One side needs to meet the rest of us in reality.

The views and opinions expressed in columns are not necessarily the views and opinions of Today & Tonight Magazine or Today & Tonight, Inc.

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POLK COUNTY’S

RESTAURANT SPOTLIGHT DUE TO COVID-19, PLEASE CONTACT RESTAURANTS FOR DETAILS.

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 Hand-dipped 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 863-875-3974

HAINES CITY BALMORAL BAR & GRILL AT BALMORAL RESORT

BEEF ‘O’ BRADY’S SOUTH LAKELAND

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

CHAMPS SPORTS BAR

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

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)

MISTER FISH

(863) 588-3097 • BalmoralBarandGrill.com

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

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) 676-6361

LAKELAND BEEF ‘O’ BRADY’S NORTH LAKELAND

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

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WINTER HAVEN 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

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

ARABELLA’S

LAKE WALES

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 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

CRAZY FISH

BEEF ‘O’ BRADY’S

JAY BEES RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

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

Locally owned sports pub with 30 TVs and full bar. Lunch value combos Mondays-Fridays 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.

(863) 293-9464 • www.beefobradys.com

HARRY’S OLD PLACE

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

RICK'S BAR-B-Q

Featuring delicious barbecue the entire family can enjoy! Serving up great food in downtown since 2011. Our barbecue is hand rubbed with dry seasonings, smoked over hickory wood and cooked all night. Our pulled pork and savory “fall off the bone” style ribs have proven to be favorites for our customers. Eat in, take out or have us cater your next event. On-site banquet room available for private parties; seats up to 60. Tues & Wed 11-3 pm, Thurs to Sat 11-8 pm.

Must Try: Brisket! But only on Fridays...while it lasts! And ribs, of course!

204 6th St SW • 863-299-0354 FB@lickthebone • www.ricksbarbq.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

THE TWISTED PROP BAR & GRILLE

Winter Haven's newest casual bar & grill nestled on Lake May. Enjoy burgers, wings, wraps, sandwiches and cold beer in a picturesque setting on the Chain of Lakes. Happy hour on beer & wine is Monday to Friday from 2-7 pm.

Indoor dining, Patio dining, Outdoor dining and Pet Friendly. Boat dock with multiple slips available. Stop in by car or by boat to enjoy!

Hours: Mon-Thurs, 11-9 pm. Fri & Sat, 11-10 pm. Sun 12-8 pm. Facebook for more info.

Must Try: Chicken Wings & Burgers 615 7th ST SW (863) 293-1937

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

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1. What was Wayne Newton’s first No. 1 single?

2. Vicki Lawrence had a single hit.

What was it?

3. Who sang the theme song in Clint Eastwood’s 1971 film “Play Misty for Me”?

4. What was the original title of “Leaving on a Jet Plane”?

5. Name the song that contains this lyric: “Never been this blue, Never knew the meaning of a heartache, But then again, I’ve never lost at love before.”

shows on the Las Vegas strip.

2. “The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia,” in 1973. Lawrence’s successes were more in the television industry, mostly on “The Carol Burnett Show.”

3. Johnny Mathis. His 1959 version was the favorite of all the covers at the time.

4. “Babe, I Hate to Go,” as written

by John Denver. It was Peter, Paul and Mary’s version in 1969 that was the bigger hit.

5. “Stand Tall,” by Burton Cummings, in 1976. Cummings, former lead singer of The Guess Who, wrote the song after breaking up with his girlfriend of nine years. He still tours, this year all across Canada.

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1. Name the girl group that released “Nothing But a Heartache.”

2. Which group had their album pulled by Disney on release day?

3. Two duos released “Mockingbird” a decade apart. Who were they?

4. Which artist had his only No. 1 hit ANSWERS with “Rock Your Baby”?

1. “Daddy, Don’t You Walk So Fast,” 1972. The songthe toppedsong the 5.in Name that contains this charts on Cashbox and in Canada.

Newton has “There, performed over 30,000 lyric: like a dream, this wonderful night, I gazed at the grotto aglow in the light.” • “Jazz up your pancakes by adding pureed frozen blueberries or strawberries. It turns the mix either blue Answers or red, and it’s fun for the kiddos.”

V.R. in Florida 1. The Flirtations,--in 1968.

2. Insane Clown Posse, inprompted 1997.

At • “We are always to choose • Fruit math: A tomato or an apple strong passwords, but a random colthe last minute, Disney objected to plus green bananas in a paper bag lection of letters, numbers and special equals ripe bananas. can be hard to remember. the graphic nature symbols of the lyrics.

Just I make a strong password by using weeks earlier, the a coded Southern • Empty tissue boxes have so many phrase, like “MyBaptist three boys uses. Try lining one with a plastic are No. 1,” which might be “MYConvention had threatened to boycott grocery bag and keeping it in your car 3boysR#1.” Just thought I’d share my Disney because of --Gay for stray trash. Or businesses you can use it to trick, but not my password!”

R.W. corral all of those plastic grocery bags in Iowa Days at Disneyland. until you need them -- just stuff them in one a time. Lastly, and probably • Keep a bottle of club sodasonghandy for 3.at Inez and Charlie Foxx, the my favorite: Cut out doors and winspot stains on carpets or upholstery. writers, in 1963, and Simon and dows to use as houses for kids’ toys.

It’s Carly good for more than just drinks.

Imagination makes the possibilities James Taylor in 1974. endless. -- JoAnn 4. George McCrae, in 1974. McCrae EXPECTonly MORE... GET MORE...

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It works!

• “Firing up the grill? Don’t get hasty. Preheat. Cooking times are based on an even cooking temperature, and you’ll get that good sear on your steaks or chicken. Use a grill thermometer and you’ll know when just the right time is to put dinner on the grill!” — T.E. in South Carolina • Ever wonder how long your peanut butter will last? On the pantry shelf, you can expect it to hold for 7-12 months if stored in a cool dark place.

After opening, it will last 3-4 months in the fridge.

• Smudged mascara? Remove it on the fly with a little bit of lip balm. Simply run your finger over the lip balm, then carefully remove the smudge.

You also can put a bit of the lip balm on a tissue and use that instead.

• “I dropped a glass in the kitchen, and there were a ton of small pieces.

After I swept up, I wiped the area with a piece of bread, which picked up all

EMILY

Emily is a gold female Golden Retriever and Carolina dog mix. She is approximately 1 year, 6 months old. She is a friendly pup that likes meeting new people. Emily loves attention and is very playful. A fenced yard is preferred due to her energy and her love of running around outside. Her favorite toys are sticks and she loves to fetch them for you.

MOLLY

Molly is a brown and black female Domestic Shorthair mix. She is approximately 4 years old. Molly is a very sweet kitty but she takes some time to warm up to people. She is an independent cat but can be playful at times. Molly loves playing with string toys and she is used to eating dry food and loves Temptation treats.

EMMA

Emma is a Russian Blue Female.

She is approximately 1 year old.

Emma is a sweet and laid back kitty.

She loves meeting new people and warms up very quickly. Emma is good with children and other cats but has never been around dogs.

She likes to dart out doors when she sees them open so be careful to not let her out. .

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. Vargas received her DVM from Tuskegee University in 1994. In 1996, she established her AAHA accredited Orchid Springs Animal Hospital in Winter Haven, FL. In 2009, she began her studies at Chi Institute, eventually garnering certifications in Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Food therapy and Tui Na. She is also a fellow of the American Academy of Veterinary Acupunture. Dr. Vargas is pursuing her Master’s Degree in TCVM at Chi Institute, where she works as a Teacher Assistant and as a Lecturer for the Chi Latin America. She has also worked as a consultant for Disney Animal Kingdom.

Dr. Vargas is also a Certified Veterinary Journalist and a prolific author of both scientific and motivational articles. Dr. Vargas has lectured at the World TCVM Congress (2015, 2016, 2017), AAVA Conference (2017), AVMA (2011), and the CbVMA (2017). She is a guest blogger for www. allthingshealing.com and a writer for Woman to Woman magazine and the Lakeland Ledger newspaper. Last year she contributed a chapter for Jack Canfield’s Amazon Best seller book “The Soul of Success”. She served as an AVMA Spokesperson for Hispanic market and has recorded many PSA’s and radio interviews promoting responsible

pet ownership.

Her love for Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine manifested in her book: Alt-Vet: The Revolutionary Pet Care and Longevity Solution.

Her passion for helping animals and her voluntarism has awarded her state and national recognition including the Purina National Pet Care Award, Bay News 9 Medical Hero Award, and The FVMA Gold Award. She was honored by the American Veterinary Foundation as “America’s Favorite Veterinarian” in 2015.

She lives in sunny Winter Haven, Florida, with her husband, two daughters and a menagerie of pets.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Dr. Vargas loves the community of Winter Haven and she is involved in a number of local organizations, including: Ridge Veterinary Medical Society where she was the 2008-2009 president Junior League of Greater Winter Haven Board Humane Society of Polk County Board Women’s Resource Center and Girls, Inc.

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Bella is a fawn and white female Labrador Retriever mix. She is approximately 1 year old. She weighs about 65.5 lbs.. Bella is a bit shy when coming into new places but she loves meeting new people.

She is very energetic and LOVES running around outside! Bella is not very used to walking on a leash so she may need some work with that.

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AUBURNDALE Beef ‘O’ Brady’s 102 W. Polk Street (863) 968-0010 Full Liquor Sports Bar TVs for the Games Bottoms Up Sports Bar 419 E. Bridgers Ave (863) 845-2913 Karaoke, Pool Tables Beer & Wine Find Us On Facebook Brew Hounds Sports Lounge 318 Havendale Blvd.

(863) 967-2739 Sun, $4 Capt (All Flavors) Wed, Trivia 6p Pool, Darts, Full Liquor Sunday Ticket/SEC/ACC Smoke-Free/Outside Patio Mar 17 St Paddy’s Party

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 East Van Fleet Drive (863) 534-3111 Full Liquor Sports Bar 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 The Wine Stable 150 S. Broadway (863) 533-9463 Full Bar Live Music Food Avail.

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DAVENPORT Beef ‘O’ Brady’s 45653 US Hwy 27 (863) 420-3350 Full Liquor Great Wings, Sandwiches, Burgers, Wraps Fireside Lounge & Billiards 43356 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 Wed & Sun, Karaoke Thu, Ladies Night

FROSTPROOF P & J Recreation 33 South 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 Highway 17 92 N (863) 422-1459 Balmoral Bar & Grill 124 Kenny Blvd (863) 588-3097 Patio Dining & Full Bar Daily Food & Drink Specials Tue, Taco & Trivia Thu-Sat, Music on Patio Sun, Karaoke Beef ‘O’ Brady’s 902 Polk City Rd (863) 419-4848 Full Liquor Sports Bar Big Screen TVs 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 Specials Daily Drink Specials Live Music

Brewlands Bar & Billiards S. 5733 S FL Ave (863) 646-2600 Pool & Billiard Sports Hall Full Liquor Bar Open Daily Sun & Wed, S.I.N. Night Thu, Ladies Night

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Champs Sports Bar & Grill 6645 S Florida Ave (863) 647-5900 Daily Specials 2-10p; Mon, Tacos/Tue, Buff. Shrmp Tue/Thu, BOGO Bud/Bud Light Btls Wed, Boneless Wings Fri, Grouper Sand./Sat, Wings

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

LAKELAND 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 FL Ave (863) 646-7757 Full Liquor Sports Bar 2-4-1 All Day, Everyday 40+ HD TVs w/sports pkgs 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

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 Duke’s Brewhouse 4960 S Florida Ave (863) 647-9464 Wings, Sports, Spirits Live Music Even Par Sports Bar Oak Plaza North 5100 US Hwy 98 N (863) 816-7995 Happy Hr 4-6p Daily Sports Packages $12 Buckets

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Fresco’s Bistro 132 S. Kentucky Ave (863) 683-5267 Happy Hr 5-7 Monthly Pairings Great Bistro Fare Late Menu/Full bar Live Music 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: Thu-Sat, 4p-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 South Tennessee Ave (863) 210-5327 Full Liquor Jazz & Cigar Lounge Business Casual Sun –Thu Dress to Impress Fri & Sat Lucky’s Sports, Oyster & Tiki Bar (Orange Bowl) 4318 US Hwy 98 N (863) 858-3878 Mon, Poker 7p Wed, Poker 11a 1st Thu, Karaoke Contest 1st/3rd Sat, Live Bands Mojo’s Wings, Burgers, Beer 1853 E. Memorial Blvd (863) 583-9119 Hpy Hr 2-7p Tue, Karaoke Wed, $5 Burgers Fri, Ladies/Latin Night Sun, 50 cent Wings Molly McHugh’s Irish Pub 111 S. Kentucky Ave (863) 686-6231 Darts, Pool Tables Live Music, Fri The Pink Piano 1015 S. Florida Ave (863) 937-8885 Tue-Sat, Live Music Wine, Beer, Tapas 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 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 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 Winner’s Circle 4215 South Florida Ave. (863) 644-9464 Sun, Corn Hole Tues, Poker Wed, Ladies Night 1st Thu, Open Mic, 7-10p Ybor Cigars & Spirits 5263 S. Florida Ave (863) 619-6799 Happy Hr 4-7p Darts/Pool Table/TVs Tue-Sat, Live Music LAKE WALES Al’s Place 1530 N Scenic Hwy (863) 241-3070 Sat, $1 Drafts All Star Grill 2019 Hwy. 60 E (863) 679-9689 Sports Bar 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, Fri & Sat, Music 6-10p

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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 The Good Spot 3825 N. Scenic Hwy (863) 949-4243 Sat, Ladies Night 7p-cl Sun, Karaoke 3p Darts, Pool Table Food Avail.

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

RIVER RANCH 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

WINTER HAVEN AJ Slammers 508 Cypress Gardens Blvd.

(863) 875 5623 Pub, Pool Hall, Karaoke Darts, Full Liquor Apple Lounge 2803 Recker Hwy (863) 291-0340 Happy Hr, Mon-Fri 11-7p Food Avail./Daily Specials Mon, Pool Tourn Poker, Karaoke, Bands Ave. Bar by Arabellas 328 West Central Ave (863) 229-8142 Open Mon-Sat, 4p Mon-Fri, Hpy Hr 4:30-6:30p Sat, Hpy Hr 5-6:30p Full Menu/Full Bar Smoke-Free Barrel239 239 3rd St SW (863) 229-7740 Whiskey Bar Open Daily Drink Specials 1-4p Smoke-Free 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 Wed, Fire Jass Trio 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 Grove Roots Brewing Co. 302 3rd Street SW (863) 291-0700 Food Truck & Live Music Wed-Fri 4p, Sat-Sun 12p 2nd Wed, Moonlight Mrkt Craft Beer & Wine Smoke-Free Harborside Restaurant 2435 7th Street SW (863) 293-7070 Daily, Hpy Hr 3-6p Mon-Thu, Early Bird 3-5:30p Waterfront Dining High Seas Lounge 7000 State Rd 544 (863) 299-2233 Great Food/Drink Specials Live Music 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, Big Ass Jam Night Live Music Weekly Smoke-Free

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.

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/$1Tacos Thu Specials at Oyster Bar Sun, Live Music Mar 17, St Paddy’s Party Past Time Lounge 1605 1st St 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 Somewhere Sports Bar 5688 Cypress Gardens Blvd.

(863) 324-7524 Mon-Sat, Hpy Hr 3-6p w/Daily Beer Specials/Sports Packages Lunch Specials Mon-Fri Tanner’s Lakeside 1006 S Lake Howard Dr (863) 662-5948 Happy Hr Wed-Sun, 4-6p Wed, 1/2 Price Wines Wed, Bingo Thu, Cornhole Live Music Thu-Sun Mar 17, St Paddy’s Party Union Taproom 245 W Central Ave, ST 102 (863) 268-4921 Open Tue-Thu 3-10p, Fri & Sat 12-11p, Sun 12-7p 40 Self Pour Taps; Craft Brews, Ciders, Wine, Cold Brew Coffee, And Kombucha Winter Haven’s Bar Off The Chain 1560 Havendale Blvd NW (863) 299-5515 Mon-Fri, Hpy Hr 4-7p Mon, Free Pool 6-8p Wed, Karaoke 6p Fri, Bike Night 6-8p Fri & Sat, Bands 8p

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ONE-DISH WONDERS We’re all starting to slowly ease back into our former home, work and social routines I was looking for a baking pan guided by new inhealth the back a cupboard and inadandof safety restrictions. vertently discovered I have quite a Many of us also collection of casserole dishes. I startare dealing with ednew thinking about challenges to all the casserole our family budrecipes I’ve collected over the years. get and loss of When I wasIf a your newlywed and novice income. pantry and freezer cook almost 46 years ago, preparing are stocked a casserole waswith my “go-to” dinner canned or frorecipe. zen goods, you can add seasonal I decided to do some research produce to casserole, and I onfresh the origin of the create new, buddiscovered get-friendlya photo vari- of an ancient casations on your family recipes. serole dish in a favorite museum in Athens, Here are some ways to “shop” in Greece. Casseroles, both the dish and your pantry or freezer to cook up various haveahad a longtwist and simple recipes, meals with seasonal that everyone will enjoy! interesting culinary history.

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Fannie Meritt Farmer’s Boston Cooking School Cook Book (1896) had one casserole recipe, for Casserole of Rice and Meat, to be steamed for 45 minutes and served with tomato sauce.

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broth, okra, rice, Cajun seasoning and thyme. Bring mixture to a boil.

Remove from heat. Pour into a 13- by 9-inch baking dish.

3. Stir together butter and garlic; brush on one side of bread slices. Top sausage mixture evenly with bread slices, buttered side up.

4. Bake, covered, at 425 F for 10 minutes. Then, uncover casserole dish and bake 10 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with parsley, if desired. Makes 8 to 10 servings.

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broth 1 (16-ounce) package frozen okra 1 cup quick-cooking rice, uncooked 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

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• All astronauts going to the International Space Station have to learn to speak Russian, as the controls of their Soyuz spacecraft are in that language.

• Fried chicken originated in Scotland.

•Off-duty paramedic Matthew McKnight earned the dubious Guinness World Record for furthest distance thrown by a car when he was hit by a vehicle traveling 70 mph and was catapulted 118 feet.

Amazingly, while he suffered serious injuries, he managed to recover.

• There is a Fictitious Athlete Hall of Fame. Inductees include Rocky Balboa, Mr. Miyagi and Happy Gilmore.

• You’re more likely to be bitten by a human than a shark.

• Not that we think you’d actually drink this much, but 10 gallons of carrot juice will kill you. Its vitamin A content is high enough to make your brain swell, along with other nasty symptoms. By the way, you can also overdose on the vitamin by eating a pound of polar bear liver every day.

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SOUTH FLORIDA COLLEGE ARTS

BIG SPRING LINE-UP

from tributes to the Beach Boys and Chicago, the

Knight Dancers, featuring two former lead dancers from Riverdance, dance up a storm and The Trinity Band Ensemble of Dublin perform authentic Irish instrumentals.

in Avon Park is making a big comeback this spring

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Here’s a sneak peek of their big spring lineup:

TUES., MAR. 9

AMERICA’S SWEETHEARTS

soak up some “Good Vibrations” in time for Spring

by James Coulter From American Sweethearts to Celtic Angels,

Alan Jay Wildstein Center for the Performing Arts after nearly a year without any big performances.

TUES., MAR. 2 From Broadway tunes to the golden oldies, this

trio of New York based-ladies will be performing

Break? Well, get ready to have some “Fun, Fun,

Fun” as the musical group, Sail On, pays tribute to

the Beach Boys and their greatest hits, from “Surfin’

will have you falling in love again with the great

CHI-TOWN TRANSIT AUTHORITY:

songbook. Through their three-part harmony, they American classics.

CELTIC ANGELS IRELAND THURS., MAR. 4 This all-Irish performance of singers, dancers, and performers will put you in the mood for St. Patrick’s Day. Join the Celtic Angels as they utilize their experience from Broadway musical to croon some classic Irish tunes. Then watch as the Celtic

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THE LEE BOYS SAT. APR. 10 (FREE PERFORMANCE) This musical group follows the American tradi-

tion of the Great Melting Pot by fusing some of the great American sounds of jazz, rock, and hip-hop, infusing it with some Gospel, and molding it all

blend has piqued the ears of great musicians like BB King and the Allman Bros. and has been performed all across the country and world.

TUES., MAR. 23 “Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is”?

Well, rather than spend “Saturday In The Park,”

why not “Love Me Tomorrow” by listening to the greatest hits of Chicago with “Just You And Me”?

will pay tribute to the band, performing their songs authentically down to the exact notes.

interprets the classics and puts a Brazilian tinge on

together into “sacred steel.” Their unique musical

CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF CHICAGO

The Atlanta-based Chi-Town Transit Authority

A devotee of the boss nova, Daniela Soledade

of the boss nova form.

“Wouldn’t It Be Nice” to “Catch A Wave” and

USA” to “Little Deuce Coupe.”

SAT., MAR. 27 (FREE PERFORMANCE)

jazz standards with her pristine vocals and mastery

BOYS TRIBUTE IN THE USA

some of the greatest hits from the Great American

DANIELA SOLEDADE

Throughout April, May, and June, the Alan Jay

Wildstein Center for the Performing Arts will offer a diverse selection of entertainment, from musical performances to animated films and even a per-

formance by an Indian dance company. Best of all, these shows are free and open to the public!

“I am excited about those shows coming up,”

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said Cindy Garren, Director of Cultural

Programs at South Florida State College. “What I am excited for is that all of those shows are

very different, they are not the sort of thing you see in Central Florida, they are free, and they are the shows you can bring your grandparents or your children to.”

Due to the current COVID-19 crisis, there were no shows hosted last year at the center.

Even this year, many big international and Broadway tours have been canceled, and many artists have either canceled or postponed their performances.

This year, the center has been more lenient toward scheduling and re-scheduling their shows. If audience members need to cancel, the theater has been more than willing to offer refunds to their customers who pre-ordered their tickets.

“We never quite know from one week to the next if an artist may cancel, but with any canceled show, we refund the ticket buyer,” Garren said.

To maintain recommended CDC guidelines, their theater, which is ordinarily able to seat up to 1,460 people, has reduced its seating capacity to 400 seats, averaging at least 200 to 250 people per show. Furthermore, special precautions EXPECT MORE... GET MORE... WE DELIVER!

and measures have been enacted to ensure the health and safety of attendees.

“We have socially distanced all the seats, so no one is sitting near you,” Garren explained.

“The audience is all wearing face masks, all of the staff and crew get temp checks, and we have sanitizer stations all over the building for audience members. We do not have an intermission or a concession stand to minimize movement in the building.”

Even with these additional restrictions and guidelines, audience reception has remained positive, and expectations remain high for these upcoming shows.

“Where else are you going to go now?”

Garren asked. “Most venues aren’t even doing any performances. Most clubs and restaurants don’t have live entertainment, so someone wants to go out for live entertainment for the night, they can come to our venue and know it is as safe as we can make it.”

The Alan Jay Wildstein Center for the Performing Arts is located at 600 W College Dr, Avon Park, FL 33825. For more information, visit their website at: https://www.sfscarts. org/shows/.

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BY BETTY JEAN STEINSHOUER MARCH 11 AT 6 PM HIDDEN HISTORY OF FLORIDA

BY JAMES CLARK APRIL 8 AT 6 PM

DOWNTOWN LAKE WALES HISTORY WALKING TOUR MARCH 6 APRIL 3

AN ORIGINAL EXHIBIT BY THE LAKE WALES HISTORY MUSEUM Celebrating 45 years of collecting images and textiles that represent the community, the Lake Wales History Museum will showcase eighteen quilts from the 1880s to today, and seventeen works of art from Tom Freeman and other artists.

ON DISPLAY NOW - MAY 15, 2021

MUSEUM NON-FICTION BOOK CLUB 4TH WED OF THE MONTH JAN - EDUCATED

BY TARA WESTOVER FEB - THE BLACK ROSE

BY TANANARIVE DUE MARCH - THE DRESSMAKER OF KHAIR KHANA

BY GAYLE TZEMACH LEMMON APRIL - RIVER OF THE GOLDEN IBIS BY GLORIDA JAHODA

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

SPRING BLOOM BRUNCH IN A BAG

MARCH 7,21,28 APRIL 11,25 Our Brunch is a Bag is back in time for Spring Bloom presented by AdventHealth.

Enjoy an all-new menu and purchase mimosas by the glass!

CENTERSTATE BANK CONCERTS UNDER THE STARS

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

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THE PAUL GAVIN QUARTET FEATURING JAMES SUGGS

REVEREND BARRY & THE FUNK

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