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16 Calendar of Events

COLUMNS: 21 What's Rustling

Jimmy's Jimmies?

THE FUN & AMUSING: 23 Now Here's A Tip

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Live Local Music

23 Music Trivia 23 Pets of the Month 31 Strange But True 31 Kitchen Diva

18 Local Live Music 22 Restaurant Listing 26 Bars & Pubs

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Chris Douglas Publisher/Editor

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CHRIS DOUGLAS TRACEY GREENE

COLUMNS

Bars & Pubs Listings

LISTINGS: 16 Upcoming Events

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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EDITOR’S NOTE

TRACEY GREENE JAMES COULTER

ERICA SMITH

EDITORIAL

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AMY SUMERLIN JAMES COULTER

PHOTOGRAPHY CHRIS DOUGLAS

Kitchen Diva

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by James Coulter What are you in the mood for dinner tonight?

Pizza? Burgers? Burritos? Perhaps sushi or ramen?

Can’t decide? None of your friends agree? Then drop by The Joinery in Lakeland and decide for yourself.

With seven food vendors and a craft brewery bar, this modern food hall, located near Lake Mirror, offers a diverse selection from All-American burgers and fries to even ramen and “sushi burritos.” Whether you’re a vegan or vegetarian, gluten-free or dairy-free, The Joinery offers a little bit of anything and everything.

“Everyone can have something,” said Jonathan Bucklew, the owner and founder. “And it is a place you can hang out for a long time and have a drink on the patio and enjoy the weather, and you don’t feel like you have to come in and eat and take off.”

Home Again

Jonathan and his wife, Sarah, previously spent 12 years traveling the road together. He played in a band. She worked for a software company.

Together, they visited different places and ate at great restaurants. When they settled down in their hometown of Lakeland, they wanted to use their travel experiences to start their own business. They eventually decided on a food hall.

The location they chose was previously owned by the Lakeland Brewing Company. Jon and Sarah both loved visiting the brewery. They used to sit on the patio and relax with a cold brew. They loved the setting so much they decided to use it for their new food hall and to incorporate a craft brewery into it. Their next step was to find aspiring restaurant owners to set up shop. That process proved harder than expected.

“One of the hardest parts was to convince them to open a restaurant,” he said. “That was really challenging, but we brought in a lot of good eateries here who believed in the vision.”

Community Growth

Joining The Joinery allowed many local entrepreneurs to gain traction from potential customers outside of their venue. Laura Shannon opened Bloom Shakalaka as an extension of her event planning and design company, Ashton Events. For her events, she designed special floral designs that many clients requested for themselves. She set up shop in The Joinery to sell her arrangements.

Despite opening two months before a pandemic, Bloom Shakalaka has now seen a steady increase in its business. They especially prove popular during major holidays like Mother’s Day, with many 6 MAY 2021

potential customers attracted by their seasonal displays.

“The Joinery allows us to have a lot of community interaction,” she said. “It also fits our vibe that we have. We call our flower style funky and fresh, and we know that works well within their space.

More than anything, The Joinery is something Lakeland needed, and it is fun to be a part of that.”

Ryan Neal, the owner of Sabu Ramen, always had a passion for cooking. He especially loved Japanese culture and ramen. Both passions perfectly intertwined when he decided to open his ramen shop, one of the first of its kind in Lakeland.

From tonkotsu to spicy miso, all of his ramen bowls are prepared from scratch. Ryan enjoys serving his food in a diverse environment, where customers can find anything that could tantalize their taste buds. He knows few people would walk into a specialty Asian-style eatery. So he appreciates being somewhere where people who would otherwise not try ramen can.

“I think there is a lot of energy that it brings having multiple concepts, and I think it's just nice to be able to be in a place where people want to eat here,” he said. “There are a lot of picky eaters out there. They hear about the burger shop. They come in, and they see pictures of the ramen and sushi, and it helps expand their horizons and palettes a little bit, and ultimately leads people to try some things that they might not normally try.”

Some vendors are run by locals, others by entrepreneurs out of town. Ferdian Jap, who runs Ato, lives in Tampa. His eatery, Ato, is an off-shoot of Zukku, a vendor he ran at local events and festivals.

Ato serves poke bowls and sushi-ritos, sushilike wraps prepared from rice, veggies, and fish wrapped in seaweed like a burrito. He was inspired to create something similar to sushi that could be more easily enjoyed without sitting down with

chopsticks. He considered his food an excellent fit for The Joinery, especially after seeing how much passion the owners had for their establishment.

“We believe in their vision and what The Joinery could be,” he said. “They did everything themselves, and we believe in that, their passion, and Lakeland. The city itself is growing. We believe in the area. That is what we wanted to do: we wanted to join in. It is an honor to be there.”

Rocky Start, Bright Future

The Joinery opened on Jan. 20, 2020. It closed 40 days later due to the COVID-19 crisis. The food hall eventually re-opened several months later.

However, the lockdown forced one vendor, King’s State Coffee, to drop out. The vacancy was inevitably filled by Plenty.

The current pandemic none withstanding, The Joinery slowly and steadily achieved popularity in the local community. When the food hall first opened, it experienced massive success, and since re-opening, it has begun to regain that same level of community support.

After surviving a hard financial season, Jon hopes his establishment will only gain popularity. They plan on opening their craft brewery this fall. Overall, they hope to serve as a starting point for many aspiring business owners and a community gathering place for residents.

“The reason we are coming back, and the reason people love coming to The Joinery, is because we are very community-focused,” Jon said. “This downtown location was really hungry for more unique small businesses, more artisan food experiences, a casual price point, a diversity of food options and fun atmosphere. I think the level of excellence that these eateries is in the food quality. I think it has drawn people into this space as well.”

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Gallito Taqueria You don't need to take a trip to Mexico for authentic street food. This modern taqueria offers street food favorites like tacos, quesadillas, nachos, and churros.

Choose from pork, steak, chicken, or pinto beans. Make it a combo with two tacos or one quesadilla and one side. Wash it down with authentic Mexican soda or aguas frescas.

Jon's Choice: Puffy Tacos

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The Bar After a long day, you not only want to kick back and relax with a cold, hard brew, but a brew made right here in the Sunshine State. Whether you want a specialty cocktail, craft-brewed beer, or natural, organic, biodynamic, and low-intervention wine, enjoy a cold drink prepared locally.

Jon’s Choice: Queen on the Bar

Pictured: Blame It On The Aperol, Old Fashioned, The Dirty Bird and Thai One On 8 MAY 2021

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Sabu Ramen Nothing fills you up like a bowl of traditional Japanese ramen. Enjoy chicken, pork, veggie, or spicy miso. Also, try other Japanese street favorites like steamed buns, marinated chicken thighs, minced pork cutlet, or cucumbers and miso. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options are also available.

Jon’s Choice: Spicy Miso Ramen

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Plenty Get in touch with your inner Hippie with these Mediterranean-style, plant-based bowls or handhelds. Mix in your favorites like tomatoes, broccoli, green beans, and kale. Add some meat with egg or bacon. Or try a skewer with mushroom, tofu, chicken, or shrimp. With fresh veggies, whole grains, and full-healthy fats, each bowl is filled with all-natural goodness.

Pictured: Plate-a-plenty, Shrimp Skewer, Chili + Citrus Pita Photos from Plenty's Instagram 10 MAY 2021

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May Day Remember visiting your grandparents’ farm and enjoying homemade ice cream churned from an old-fashioned ice cream maker? May Day will bring back such old-fashioned memories with their handcrafted, Artisan ice cream and popsicles, all made from fresh fruit and ingredients. Dairy-free options are also available.

Jon’s Choice: Clean Salted Caramel, Cloud 9, and Cookie Crush

Pictured: Great flavors you'll find most every day.

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Ato Like sushi. Don’t like chopsticks? You’ll love their sushi burritos. Pick your meat, veggies, and rice and roll them up into a seaweed wrap or eat them in a poke bowl. Raw fish or grilled chicken, spicy or mild, gluten-free or vegan, any way you want it, you can have it. Also try their dumplings, gyoza, seaweed salad, or miso soup.

Jon’s Choice: Spicy Salmon Bowl

Pictured: Curated Sushi Burrito, Zukku Dumplings, Curated Big Poke Bowl 12 MAY 2021

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Ava Take a bite out of a fresh slice of Italy with Neapolitan pizza prepared traditionally in a wood-fired oven. All pies are crafted from natural sourdough rolled daily and left to rise over three days. Toppings include local-sourced food from house-made sausages to Florida-sourced mozzarella. Go gluten-free with cauliflower crust or vegan cheese or sausage.

Jon’s Choice: La Bestia

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Super Duper Dot Craving for something all-American?

Then bite into an old-fashioned burger or chicken sandwich, along with fried chicken wings, fries, and shakes. Bite into a burger that’s either truly “badass” or “impossible.”

Jon’s Choice: The Fried Chicken Sandwich with Egg and Ghost Pepper Cheese, Whole-Bird Ghosted

Pictured: Old fashioned burger with fries.

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Arts, Crafts, Festivals & Expos

MAY 7

– May First Friday: Moms Deserve A Break! Head to Downtown Lakeland on the first Friday of every month for First Friday; new theme each month.

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.

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MAY 8

& 9 – Mayfaire by-the-Lake.

Presented by Polk Museum of Art. Begun as a crafts fair on the lawn of the Lakeland Public Library, Mayfaire by-the-Lake has grown into one of Florida’s premier outdoor art festivals. Held on Mother’s Day weekend each year, Mayfaire is located on the shores of beautiful Lake Morton in downtown Lakeland, Florida.

Mayfaire is one of the largest and oldest outdoor art festivals in Central Florida, ranked number 36 among Sunshine Artist Magazine’s “200 Best Art Shows” in 2019. Come see why it has such a great reputation! Located on the shores of Lake Morton, Lakeland. Sat & Sun, 9-4 pm. https:// www.mayfairebythelake.org/

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MAY 22

& 23 – Central Florida Arms Show. Presented by the Lakeland Rifle & Pistol Club. One of the largest shows in the southeast with up to 600 tables. Concealed weapons classes daily. Face mask required for entry. Free event parking. Located at the Sun ‘n Fun Expo Campus, 4175 Medulla Rd., Lakeland. Sat, 9-5 pm & Sun, 9-3 pm. LakelandGunClub.com

MAY 28

– Bark in the Park. Hosted

by Main Street Winter Haven. It’s a dog day in Downtown Winter Haven!

Spend your FREE Friday night shopping pet vendors, sipping a cold beverage, and enjoying time with your favorite four-legged friends. This year’s event will be held in Central and South Central Park Downtown - with favorites like the police K9 demonstration and our Annual Weiner Dog race! See you there!

Located Central Park, Downtown Winter Haven. Fri, 5:30-8:30 pm.

More info: www.mainstreetwh.com

MAY 29

– Taste of the Market. Enjoy a special sampling opportunity–a Taste of the Market–at the Downtown Farmers Curb Market. With our Taste of the Market package, you can try 10 tastes (small samples) from up to 10 different vendors for $10. Plus, many vendors already give free small samples, so we will identify those on the map for you as well. You can pay in person (cash or credit) at the Market Info tent located on the street at 117 N. Kentucky Ave. Receive a final list of participating food vendors, as well as a map of where they are located, and pick your favorites to sample from! Located N. Kentucky Ave, downtown Lakeland. Sat, 8am to 2 pm. DowntownLkld.com

MAY 30

& Sept 4 – Old Man Frank’s 2021 Regattas. Come by boat, canoe, paddleboard or other personal watercrafts. Enjoy live music and fun on the water. Hosted on Lake Howard in front of Old Man Frank’s located on the Chain of Lakes. Sat, 2-6 pm. May 30 w/Patrick Renney.

Sept 4 TBA. Check FB for details.

JUN 4

to 6 – Creating Keepsakes Scrapbook Convention 2021.

Shop vendors for the latest products and deals on everyday supplies.

Learn new techniques, gain inspirations and create amazing projects.

Crop: work on projects, catch up with friends. Located RP Funding Center, Lakeland. Fri & Sat, 8-5 pm (Convention) & 7-11:30 pm (Evening Crop). Masks and social distancing required. Cost – Adults, Youth 10 and older - $10 at door or $7 w/ coupon (download the week of the event) or $6 during online registration (check the convention’s web site for online registration dates).

2-day pass - $13 (available only at the convention and not during online registration). Children 9 and younger - free (for babies and toddlers, please see note on website regarding strollers). Seniors (age 65+) - $7 (available only at the convention and not during online registration). Active Military personnel and K-12 Teachers - $5 (with ID) (available only at the convention and not during online registration). www.ckscrapbookevents. com and www.rpfundingcenter.com

JUN 12

& 13 – Central Florida Comic Con. Comics, Toys, TV, Film, Art, Cosplay, Games and All Things Nerdy! Exhibitors, Panels, and Industry Guests. Located RP Funding Center, Lakeland. Sat, 10-6 pm. Sun, 10-4 pm. www.rpfundingcenter.com and www.centralfloridacomiccon.com

JUN 23

to 26 – Miss Florida Scholarship Pageant. Preliminary competitions are June 24th & 25th.

The Miss Florida Outstanding Teens Finals is Saturday, June 26, 4-6 pm.

Miss Florida Finals is Saturday, 8-10 pm. Located RP Funding Center, Lakeland. www.missflorida.org and www.rpfundingcenter.com for more details.

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 by the Market Information Booth for more details!

Located N. Kentucky Ave, Lakeland.

Sat, 8 am-1 pm.

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.

MAY 8

& 22 – 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.

MAY 9

- 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

MAY 20

- Lake Wales 3rd Thursday Market. The boutique market will feature a variety of produce, artisan food vendors, plants, a pinch of crafts and a mind-blowing food truck. This market is within walking distance of restaurants, shops and incoming restaurants and The Ranch Taproom & Coffee House. Located Stuart Avenue in the parking lot near downtown’s new Gillian Fazio mural in Lk Wales. Thurs, 4-7 pm.

Concerts & Theatre

MAY 2

, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30. JUN 4, 6, 11, 13, 25, 27. JUL 9, 11, 16, 23 – Outdoor Summer Stadium Concert Series. Hosted by Theatre Winter Haven. Sponsored by Visit Central Florida, City of Winter Haven.

Buy single tickets or buy 3 or more to save! Check out online for the shows performed at the stadium this summer. A SAFE, outdoor venue where

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we can all social distance in the grass.

Bring your lawn chairs, cooler, frisbee or football. Located at the Chain O’ Lakes Stadium, behind Theatre Winter Haven, 588 Cletus Allen Dr, Winter Haven. Fri, 8 pm. Sun, 6 pm. Gates open 1 hr prior.

Cost - $18. TheatreWinterHaven.com

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to 16 – The Kid Who Ran For President. Judson Moon is an average 12 years old, who just happens to be running for president of the YOU-nited States! Sound crazy? This unlikely candidate accidently ignites the political voices of children around the nation.

But running the country isn’t like playing a video game; it requires immeasurable responsibility and courage. “Can you imagine a world where YOU were in charge?” In the end, it is the voice of a kid that decides the outcome of this exciting musical. Safe entertainment for the entire family! Face masks required inside building. Located Theatre Winter Haven, West Entrance of the Chain O’ Lakes Park, 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven. Fri & Sat, 6 pm.

Sun, 2:30 pm. Cost - $10 Adults, $8 Students. TheatreWinterHaven.com

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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. Cost - $24 Adults, $22 Seniors (55 & up), $17 Youth (17 & under). LakelandCommunityTheatre. com

JUN 17

to 20 - Disney’s Moana Jr. This thrilling and heartwarming comingof-age story follows the strong-willed Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the truth about her heritage. Moana and the legendary demigod Maui embark on an epic journey of self-discovery and

camaraderie as both learn to harness the power that lies within. With empowering messages of bravery and selflessness, Moana JR. is sure to bring out the hero within each of us. Performed at the Lakeland Community Theatre, 121 S Lake Ave, Lakeland. Thurs & Fri, 6:30 pm. Sat, 10:30 am & 6:30 pm. Sun, 2 pm. Cost - $15 Adults, $12 Youth (12 & under) LakelandCommunityTheatre.com

JUL 9

to 25 – Mamma Mia! ABBA’s hits tell the hilarious story of a young woman’s search for her birth father. This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago. The story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, creating an unforgettable show. A large cast, non-stop laughs and explosive dance numbers combine to make Mamma Mia! a guaranteed smash hit for any theatre. A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!

Performed at the Lakeland Community Theatre, 121 S Lake Ave, Lakeland. Fri & Sat, 7:30 pm. Sat & Sun, 2 pm. Sun, 2 pm. Cost - $24 Adults, $22 Seniors (55 & up), $17 Youth (17 & under).

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JUL 14

to AUG 1 – Once On This Island.

Winner of 20 Tony-Awards for Best Musical. Ti Moune, a peasant girl, rescues a wealthy boy from the other side of the island, Daniel, with whom she falls in love. Unbeknownst to Ti Moune, the pompous gods who preside over the island make a bet with one another over which is stronger, love or death, the stakes being Ti Moune’s life. Performed at the Theatre Winter Haven, Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven. Thurs-Sat, 7:30 pm. Sat & Sun, 2:30 pm. Cost - $28 Adults, $25 Youth.

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Charity Events & Golf Tournaments

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

MAY 22

– Rock for Paws SPCA Event.

Enjoy the band Smokepoint as they will Rock for Paws to benefit dogs and cats at SPCA Florida! An evening of fun as the band performs classic and modern pop/rock hits. From Journey to Jonas Brothers, Motley Crue to Maroon 5, Van Halen to Greta Van Fleet, The Cars to The Weekend. Multiple dance floors, great food selections, concession snacks, beverages, spirits, and an amazing raffle where you can win a drum set, a guitar package, or an electric piano/keyboard. Located at the Polk Theatre, Lakeland. Sat, 6-10 pm. Cost - $10. www.PolkTheatre.org/spca-rockfor-paws for more info.

JUN 12

– Culpepper’s Cardiac Foundation “Fishin’ For A Heart” Tournament. Benefit fishing tournament hosted on the Chain of Lakes.

Family friendly event all day from 12-10 pm includes: DJ Redd, BBQ dinner, Raffles, Lotto Hat, 50/50 Raffle, Water Slide, Face painting, Live Auction and After Party with live music with Spankin’ Sadie from 5 to 10 pm. Prizes: 1st Place $1,000, 2nd Place $500, 3rd

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Place $250. Check-in/registration begins at 5:30 am at Lake Shipp Park, Winter Haven. Weigh-in is 3 pm at Tanner’s Lakeside, Winter Haven.

Contact Melanie Brown Culpepper (863) 662-2694 or Cheryl Brewer (863) 2240045 for details.

JUN 13

– 2nd Annual VIRTUAL Pawtastic Splash Bash. A Virtual Contactless Event featured LIVE on Facebook benefiting the Humane Society of Polk County. Sponsor up to 10 numbered tennis balls for suggested donation of $10 each and receive a chance to win one of three fantastic Prize Packages. Tune in live to see if you win at 3 pm, Sunday, June 13th.

The tennis balls will be chosen by dog ambassadors from the Orchid Springs Animal Hospital pool. This is a closed event. For details or to sponsor balls, PolkNoKill.org

JUN 26

– Platform Art: Artful Bowl. Artful Bowl is an uncommon art party and fundraiser for Platform Art’s annual public art program. Artful Bowl is a non-traditional casual-gala. Experience unexpected non-stop artful entertainment; great food and libations. Each year attendees take home a hand-made original ceramic bowl made by regional artist and entrepreneur, Randy Glotfelty, JenKen Kilns. Located Mirrorton, a Frameworks Group Development, 600 E Bay St, Lakeland. Cost - $250 Host Member Admission, $100 Admission. www.PlatformArt.org for more info.

Sports

MAY 2

– Tampa Bay Tornadoes vs Mississippi Raiders. Indoor football.

Located RP Funding Center, Lakeland.

Sunday. RPFundingCenter.com

MAY 8

– Mayfaire 5K. Annual race presented by MIDFLORIDA Credit Union. Entry includes: chip-timed 5K, Participant Shirt, Finisher Medal. Located Lake Mirror, Lakeland. Sat, 7 pm. Price $30; $40 after April 24. Sign up: runsignup. com

MAY 14

– Tampa Bay Tornadoes vs Arlington Longhorns. Indoor football.

Located RP Funding Center, Lakeland.

Friday. RPFundingCenter.com

MAY 28

to 30 – Sunshine State Games.

Judo, Taekwondo, Karate competitions.

Located RP Funding Center, Lakeland.

Fri-Sun. Times vary. RPFundingCenter. com

JUN 6

– Tampa Bay Tornadoes vs Pennsylvania Union. Indoor football.

Located RP Funding Center, Lakeland.

Sunday. RPFundingCenter.com

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CELTIC CONUNDRUM (Florida Brewery, ADL) BORN BEYOND THE BORDERS (Molly McHugh’s, LKD) SOUTHBOUND75 (Keel & Curley Winery, PL CTY)

MAY/JUNE/JULY 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.

SATURDAY, MAY 1

OAKLEE (Old Man Frank’s, WH) AGGIE ROAD w/ JOEY FOLEY (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) BLAKE FREE (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) SG WOOD 2p/ CELTIC CONUNDRUM 7p (Swan Brewing, LKD) THE DETECTIVES (Federal Bar, LKD) DAVID BRIMER (Union Taproom, WH) TMIKE & DUKE (Grove Roots Brew Co, WH)

SUNDAY, MAY 2

ACOUSTIC DOSE (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) LIVE HART (Swan Brewing, LKD) DAN PEPIN 3p/ STONEGREY 6p (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA) TRIBUTE: JAMES TAYLOR AND JACKSON BROWNE (Chain of Lakes Park, WH) JETTER AND SYGNAL TO NOISE (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) TEEZHER (Twisted Prop, WH)

TUESDAY, MAY 4 FOLEY & BURNS (Apple Lounge, WH)

WEDNESDAY, MAY 5 JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) DIESEL DAISY (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH)

THURSDAY, MAY 6 MICKENZIE PEISHER w/THE LINE UP (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) TONY KNIGHT (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) CURT BEASLEY (Old Man Frank’s, WH) SHAWN RAHN (Swan Brewing, LKD)

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FRIDAY, MAY 7

THE BYRNE BROTHERS (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) RUNNING RECKLESS (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) WONDERLAND (Out-n-About Lounge, DUN) GOOD STUFF BAND (Federal Bar, LKD) THEO MOON (1845 Tap House, DVPT) RED HEADED STEPCHILD (Apple Lounge, WH) SG WOOD (Swan Brewing, LKD) BORN BEYOND THE BORDERS (Molly McHugh’s, LKD) TRIBUTE: TOWER OF POWER/ ARETHA FRANKLIN (Chain of Lakes Park, WH) TEEZHER (Leo’s Live/Ybor, LKD) B. HAVEN (The Coop, BAB PK) MELISSA LEE ZENKER (Keel & Curley Winery, PL CTY)

SATURDAY, MAY 8

ALMOST THERE (Old Man Frank’s, WH) BITTERSWEET 2p/ B. HAVEN 7p (Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC) NEAL AND PREY (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) ESSENCE DUO (Federal Bar, LKD) RYAN MCVEIGH (1845 Tap House, DVPT) JOHN FRINZI 2p/ KEYSOUNDSOUL 7p (Swan Brewing, LKD) ROOSEVELT COLLIER TRIO (Jensen’s Corner Bar, WH) CHASE DIXON (Union Taproom, WH) RUNNING RECKLESS (Out-n-About Bar, DUN)

SUNDAY, MAY 9

SOUTHERN BLEND (Old Man Frank’s, WH) SARAH MARTIN (Swan Brewing, LKD) ASIA M. MUSIC/ AUDREY (Mayfaire/Lk Morton, LKD) BILLY BUCHANAN (Chain of Lakes Park, WH)

WEDNESDAY, MAY 12 JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) FOLEY & BURNS (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH)

THURSDAY, MAY 13 MICKENZIE PEISHER w/THE LINE UP (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) ACOUSTIC DOSE (Old Man Frank’s, WH) DAN PEPIN (Swan Brewing, LKD)

FRIDAY, MAY 14

BLAKE FREE BAND (Old Man Frank’s, WH) ALMOST THERE (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) GEORGE DURHAM (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) LIVE HART (1845 Tap House, DVPT) POP-DA-ROCK (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) B. HAVEN (Somewhere Sports Bar, WH) RUMOR HAZIT (Apple Lounge, WH) DANIEL JOHN PEPIN (The Pink Piano, LKD) RUNNING RECKLESS (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA) TRIBUTE: 80s HAIR BANDS (Chain of Lakes Park, WH)

SATURDAY, MAY 15 THE MIXX (Old Man Frank’s, WH) PORCH PICKERS (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) THE BROKE (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) PROPER WEDNESDAY (Leo’s Live/Ybor Cigar, LKD) HARD CANDY (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) JEFF VITOLO & THE QUARTER MILE REBELS (Out-n-About Bar, Dun) JIM FOY 12 pm/ JOSH BLEVINS BAND 6p (Camp Mack, LW) SOUTHBOUND75 (Duke’s Brewhouse, LKD) LEAVING LENNOX (Swan Brewing, LKD) NEAL AND PREY TRIO (Federal Bar, LKD) PLAY IT FORWARD: BULLY FOR YOU/ THE SOFA KINGS (The Yard On Mass, LKD)

SUNDAY, MAY 16 AGGIE ROAD (Old Man Frank’s, WH) FREE WHISKEY BAND (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) BILLY DICKERSON (Harborside, LKD)

CIRCUS MUTT (Swan Brewing, LKD) KEYSOUNDSOUL (The Yard On Mass, LKD) TRIBUTE: THE CARPENTERS (Chain of Lakes Park, WH) MELISSA LEE ZENKER (Keel & Curley Winery, PL CTY)

TUESDAY, MAY 18 ACOUSTIC DOSE (Apple Lounge, WH)

WEDNESDAY, MAY 19 JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) JADE & DUKE (Somewhere Sports Bar, WH) PRESS PLAY (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH)

THURSDAY, MAY 20 MICKENZIE PEISHER w/THE LINE UP (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) FOLEY & BURNS (Old Man Frank’s, WH) TONY KNIGHT (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH)

FRIDAY, MAY 21

SOUTHBOUND (Old Man Frank’s, WH) TMIKE & DUKE (Tanners Lakeside, WH) BLIND AMBITION (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) PROPER WEDNESDAY (Brew Hub, LKD) JOE REID (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) LIVE HART (The Brass Tap, LKD) STEVE HOGIE BAND (1845 Tap House, DVPT) EKLECTIC HAZE (Apple Lounge, WH) NOAN PARTLY (The Pink Piano, LKD) TRIBUTE: THE BEATLES (Chain of Lakes Park, WH)

SATURDAY, MAY 22 RUSTY WRIGHT (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) SILVERBACK (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) ROCK FOR PAWS/ SMOKEPOINT BAND (Polk Theatre, LKD) TMIKE & DUKE (Cypresswood Pub, WH) SKIP & NANCY FRYE (Federal Bar, LKD)

SUNDAY, MAY 23

SOUTHERN BLEND (Old Man Frank’s, WH) GOOD FOR NOTHIN’ BAND (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) DEAN JOHANESEN (Swan Brewing, LKD) TRIBUTE: BACK TO THE 80s (Chain of Lakes Park, WH)

TUESDAY, MAY 25 LUBECK (Apple Lounge, WH)

WEDNESDAY, MAY 26 JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) RICK & MICHAEL (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH)

THURSDAY, MAY 27 MICKENZIE PEISHER w/THE LINE UP (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) BRIMER & RICHARDS (Old Man Frank’s, WH) RUNNING RECKLESS (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) DAN PEPIN (Swan Brewing, LKD) MIKEY B3 (Jensen’s Corner Bar, WH)

FRIDAY, MAY 28

OAKLEE (Old Man Frank’s, WH) WILEY COLLECTIVE (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) RED HEADED STEPCHILD (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) B. HAVEN (Apple Lounge, WH) TRIBUTE: FLEETWOOD MAC (Chain of Lakes Park, WH)

SATURDAY, MAY 29 SEPTEMBER DOGS (Old Man Frank’s, WH) BENEFIT EVENT w/ JIM N JUDY TAYLOR, TROY THOMPSON, PORCH PICKERS, BLAKE FREE, ED MASSEO, AGGIE ROAD, BLACKWATER, BURNING BROTHERS, NATHAN BALDWIN (Tanner’s Lakeside, WH) TONY KNIGHT 2p/ BULLY FOR YOU 7p (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) RED HOT ROOSTER (Camp Mack, LW) RICK GRAHAM BAND (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) JUSTIN WALDEN (Swan Brewing, LKD) RYAN MCVEIGH (1845 Tap House, DVPT)

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SUNDAY, MAY 30

PATRICK RENNEY 2p/ ALMOST THERE 6p (Old Man Frank’s, WH) LIVE HART (Swan Brewing, LKD) B. HAVEN (The Twisted Prop, WH) BILL COCKRELL (Chain of Lakes Park, WH)

WEDNESDAY, JUN 2 JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH) DIESEL DAISY (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH)

THURSDAY, JUN 3 MICKENZIE PEISHER w/THE LINE UP (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) FOLEY & BURNS (Old Man Frank’s, WH)

FRIDAY, JUN 4

ALMOST THERE (Old Man Frank’s, WH) HUNTER SMITH (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) LIVE HART (The Brass Tap, LKD) RUNNING RECKLESS (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) THEO MOON (1845 Tap House, DVPT) BILLY DICKERSON (Florida Brewery, ADL) BILLLY BUCHANAN (Chain of Lakes Park, WH)

SATURDAY, JUN 5

PROPER WEDNESDAY (Old Man Frank’s, WH) BITTERSWEET (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) HARLEQUIN (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) THE CONSPIRACY BAND (Keel & Curley Winery, PL CTY)

SUNDAY, JUN 6

OAKLEE (Old Man Frank’s, WH) TRIBUTE: LED ZEPPELIN (Chain of Lakes Park, WH)

WEDNESDAY, JUN 9 JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

THURSDAY, JUN 10 MICKENZIE PEISHER w/THE LINE UP (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC)

FRIDAY, JUN 11

FOLEY & BURNS (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) REBEL SOUL (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) RYAN MCVEIGH (1845 Tap House, DVPT) LAURIE & RUSTY WRIGHT (The Pink Piano, LKD)

Southern Blend Band TRIBUTE: CHICAGO (Chain of Lakes Park, WH)

SATURDAY, JUN 12

BLAKE FREE BAND (Old Man Frank’s, WH) BLACKWATER (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) JEFF VITOLO & THE QUARTER MILE REBELS (Duke’s Brewhouse, LKD) BLUE COLLAR BAND (Camp Mack, LW) WONDERLAND (Out-n-About Bar, DUN) KAI7EN (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH)

SUNDAY, JUN 13

POLK COUNTY PORCH PICKERS (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) TRIBUTE: HOOTIE AND THE BLOWFIESH/MATCHBOX 20 (Chain of Lakes Park, WH)

WEDNESDAY, JUN 16 JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

THURSDAY, JUN 17 MICKENZIE PEISHER w/THE LINE UP (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC)

FRIDAY, JUN 18

SANDRA HESS (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) SHANE MEADE & THE SOUND (Brew Hub, LKD) RED HEADED STEPCHILD (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) BILLY DICKERSON (Florida Brewery, ADL)

SATURDAY, JUN 19 THE MIXX (Old Man Frank’s, WH)

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TONY KNIGHT 2p/ THE BROKE 7p (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) JOE REID (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) RYAN MCVEIGH (1845 Tap House, DVPT) SOUTHBOUND75 (Duke’s Brewhouse, LKD)

SUNDAY, JUN 20 AGGIE ROAD (Old Man Frank’s, WH)

WEDNESDAY, JUN 23 JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

THURSDAY, JUN 24 MICKENZIE PEISHER w/THE LINE UP (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC)

FRIDAY, JUN 25

ALMOST THERE (Old Man Frank’s, WH) THE BYRNE BROTHERS (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) AGGIE ROAD w/ FOLEY & BURNS (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) ELIZABETH WARD (1845 Tap House, DVPT) TRIBUTE: HUEY LEWIS AND THE NEWS (Chain of Lakes Park, WH)

SATURDAY, JUN 26 SOUTHBOUND (Old Man Frank’s, WH) B. HAVEN (Balmoral Bar & Gr, HC) QUICKDRAW PHILLIPS (Lake Eva Park, HC) SPANKIN SADIE (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) BILLY DICKERSON (Swan Brewing, LKD)

SUNDAY, JUN 27

SOUTHERN BLEND (Old Man Frank’s, WH) HALLEY NEAL DUO (Swan Brewing, LKD) TRIBUTE: JIMMY BUFFETT w/BILL COCKRELL (Chain of Lakes Park, WH)

WEDNESDAY, JUN 30 JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

FRIDAY, JUL 2

DARRA AND THE DETOURS (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) THEO MOON (1845 Tap House, DVPT)

SATURDAY, JUL 3

B. HAVEN BAND (Rock n’ Freedom Fest/WH) JEFF VITOLO & THE QUARTER MILE REBELS (Out-n-About Bar, DUN) GEORGE MORRIS & THE LARIAT (Camp Mack, LW) CONSPIRACY THEORY (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH)

WEDNESDAY, JUL 7

DIESEL DAISY (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

FRIDAY, JUL 9

WONDERLAND (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) RYAN MCVEIGH (1845 Tap House, DVPT) TRIBUTE: SOUL TRAIN (Chain of Lakes Park, WH)

SATURDAY, JUL 10

SOUTHERN BLEND (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH)

SUNDAY, JUL 11

BILLY DICKERSON (Harborside, WH) TRIBUTE: CAROLE KING (Chain of Lakes Park, WH)

WEDNESDAY, JUL 14 JIM & JUDY’S BIG ASS JAM (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

FRIDAY, JUL 16

WONDERLAND (Out-n-About Lounge, DUN) RUNNING RECKLESS (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) LIVE HART (1845 Tap House, DVPT) SURFIN’ SAFARI w/ ANDY MATCHETT (Chain of Lakes Park, WH)

SUNDAY, JUL 18

TRIBUTE: POLICE AND STING (Chain of Lakes Park, WH)

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

FRIDAY, JUL 23

RICK GRAHAM BAND (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH) TRIBUTE: VAN HALEN (Chain of Lakes Park, WH)

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

FRIDAY, JUL 30

THE CONSPIRACY BAND (WH Bar Off The Chain, WH)

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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I Am So Tired You know, I really hoped this year would be better. Considering how much 2020 was a raging dumpster fire—what with COVID-19, global warming, and the election—2021 had an extremely low bar to clear. Yet here we are: nearly halfway through the year, with a new president in office, and the world feels just as topsy-turvy as it was last year.

I really wanted a fresh start. I wanted my column to be positive. I didn’t want to be yet another muckraking pundit who only complained about current events. Yet every month since this year started, something bad happened that compelled me to address it.

In January, the Capitol was invaded by an angry mob because their Dear Leader lost the election. In February, Bruce Springsteen released a shmaltzy, tone-deaf Super Bowl Ad insisting “both sides” needed to “come together” and “meet in the middle”—even though one side clearly attempted to overthrow the government in a failed coup. And then, in March, some armed loser shot up several Atlanta spas, killing 8 people, mostly Asians.

And then there was April. Where do I even begin? For starters, some GOP Congressmen had the bright idea to start an “America First” Caucus to protect “Anglo-Saxon political traditions” from “foreign citizens [being] imported en-masse.”

(Coincidentally, “America First” was the name of a political group started in the 1940s by anti-Semitic Nazi sympathizers. But I’m sure that’s just a coincidence!)

Then, following a nationwide trend of transphobic bills, our good old state of Florida proposed a bill that would force student athletes to undergo genital inspections if their gender was disputed. (The bill didn’t pass, but still.)

And finally, not one, not two, but three—count them, three!—young people were shot dead by police: Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old black man; Ma’Khia Bryant, a 16-year-

old black girl; and Adam Toledo, a 13-year-old boy from Chicago, who was shot point blank after complying with a cop’s directive to put his hands up.

Sigh. Why am I writing this? No. Seriously. Why? Obviously, because these monthly columns earn me money. But monetary gain aside, why else am I writing them? What’s the point? I could touch upon any of the aforementioned topics, elucidate how I feel about them, back up my sentiments with sound reasoning and citations, but in the end, why bother?

People who already agree with me will simply nod their head while silently skimming my words. Those who disagree with me will ragequit after the first paragraph and send the angriest hate mail to my inbox.

And even if, by some divine miracle, everyone agrees with everything I have to say, so what?

Look, I have no illusion of grandeur. I know no one important reads my work. It’s not like some D.C. politician is going to read an op-ed in an entertainment magazine for a small Florida county and make an important decision based up it.

I write something thoughtful and well-researched, it reaches a few hundred people. Meanwhile, Tucker Carlson can rant about Democrats replacing white voters with Mexican immigrants, or claim the COVID19 vaccine is a hoax, and his insane ramblings reach the eyes and ears of thousands of Fox News viewers.

Meritocracy is a transparent lie.

In the end, nothing I say is going to impact or influence the world. My platform doesn’t have that size or scope. It’s like nothing I say or do matters. Nothing is gained. Nothing is lost. Nothing changes. And I am so tired. So I have to ask myself: why am I doing this?

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

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 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

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on Thursdays from 8-10 pm.

Must Try: Hot & Fresh Fajitas - Everyday!

Chicken wings!

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

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

MISTER FISH

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

LAKE WALES CRAZY FISH

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

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

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

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 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

BEEF ‘O’ BRADY’S 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

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

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

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1. Which Bee Gees song was written to the rhythm of the sound their car made when they drove over a Miami bridge?

2. Who wrote and released “Take It to the Limit”?

3. Which group wrote and released “Don’t Let the Sun Catch You Crying”?

4. Who was the first to release “Ruby Baby”?

5. Name the song that contains this lyric: “There isn’t an ocean too deep, A mountain so high it can keep, keep me away, away from my love.”

2. The Eagles, in 1975. Co-writer Randy Meisner wrote the song to describe how it feels to know you’ve done everything there is to do.

3. Gerry and the Pacemakers, in 1964. They’d first given the song to a solo artist who didn’t do well with it, then decided to record the song themselves.

4. The Drifters, in 1956. Dion followed in 1962.

5. “I Will Follow Him,” by Little Peggy March in 1963. The song started in 1961 as an instrumental titled “Chariot.” While the song was considered a one-hit wonder, March had a 30-year career in Europe with many foreign language releases.

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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 with “Rock Your Baby”?

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Talkin’,” in 1975. originally titled “Drive Talking.” lyric: “There, like a dream, this wonderful night, I gazed at the grotto top comes out easily if you need to aglow in the light.” remove it.” -- Y.P. in Illinois • Store brooms either handle down or on a hook that allows the bristles to Answers suspend over the floor. When brooms bristles on the floor, it bends 1. The Flirtations,rest intheir 1968. them and breaks the ends. Broken ends make it hard for the broom to • “If have dogs, keepClown a towel 2.youInsane Posse, in 1997. At work efficiently. near your door. Then you can wipe off muddy paws before they have a Disney • “After a recent bathroom redecorathe last minute, objected to chance to get the carpets dirty!” -tion, we had a toilet paper holder left T.Y. in Mississippi it on the wall inJust my the graphic nature over. of I mounted the lyrics. shop, and I use it to dispense twine.

• If you’re reattaching a button tothe It’sSouthern actually working well and is the weeks earlier, Baptist perfect size, since it’s not really wide shorts or pants, try using dental floss, enough for more than one duct tape the unwaxed kind. It’s much stronger, Convention had threatened to boycott roll.”

-A.L. in Texas and can hold the button better than regular thread. Use a marker to darkDisney businesses because of Gay • It’s easy to leave a group text chain en it if the color is an issue. on an iPhone. There’s a setting for Days at Disneyland. this. It’s not as easy on an Android • Here’s a great way to get a longer phone, but it’s doable.

Simply mute life3. from Inez a bar of soap: Press the plasand Charlie Foxx, the songthe conversation and delete the text tic top of a pop bottle into one side of thread.

If you have a big family group a wet bar of soap.in When you set theand Carly Simon and writers, 1963, and you’re getting too many notibar down in your soap dish, put it fications, you can always mute the plastic side down.

This way, the James Taylor inbar1974. conversation until you’re finished doesn’t sit in any residual water and within whatever you’re doing. turn4. intoGeorge a goopy mush. The plastic McCrae, 1974.

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WE DELIVER! not had a No. 1 hit, but it also netted him a Grammy nom for Best Male • Window frames can be tricky to clean. And they are a magnet for dust and dirt, or worse — condensation that can lead to mold. To get into the crevices, employ a toothbrush sprayed with a tiny spritz of furniture polish.

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

KIKI

KiKi is a pastel and calico female Domestic Shorthair mix. She is approximately 3 years old and has been spayed. KiKi is a very sweet and calm kitty that loves meeting new people. She does well with small dogs and children but only if they don't bother her too much. KiKi is a curious cat and likes to explore around her home.

LOLA

Lola is a white and brown female Labrador Retriever mix. She is approximately 2 months old. Lola is a sweet and hyper puppy! She loves everyone she meets and loves getting all the attention. Lola is going to grow up to be a very active dog and needs a family that will be able to keep up with her activity levels and her potential large size due to her being a lab mix.

SADIE

Sadie is a fawn female Labrador Retriever and Hound mix. She is approximately 4 years, 5 months old and has been spayed. Sadie is here to find a new home because her previous owners were not able to keep up with her energy level. She is a shy girl and takes some time to trust new people but once she gets to know you, she is such a loyal dog.

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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SONNY

Sonny is an orange and white male Domestic Shorthair mix. He is approximately 2 years, 6 months old and has been neutered. Sonny is a lovable kitty! All he wants is lots of attention and petting. Sonny will be your best friend and will stick by your side no matter where you go in your house. He is a very loyal kitty.

He is good with cats, dogs, and children as well.

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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) Tue, Tito’s $5 Wed, Trivia 6p Pool, Darts, Full Liquor Sunday Ticket/SEC/ACC Smoke-Free/Outside Patio

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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Beef ‘O’ Brady’s 45653 US Hwy 27 (863) 420-3350 Full Liquor Great Wings, Sandwiches, Burgers, Wraps

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

Full Liquor

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

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

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

Lakeland Loft 108 South Tennessee Ave (863) 210-5327 Full Liquor Jazz & Cigar Lounge Business Casual Sun –Thu Dress to Impress Fri & Sat

Winner’s Circle 4215 South Florida Ave. (863) 644-9464 Sun, Corn Hole Tues, Poker Wed, Ladies Night 1st Thu, Open Mic, 7-10p

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

Ybor Cigars & Spirits 5263 S. Florida Ave (863) 619-6799 Happy Hr 4-7p Darts/Pool Table/TVs Tue-Sat, Live Music

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

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

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

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s 19598 US Hwy 27 (863) 679-1975 Full Liquor Sports Bar Big Screen TVs

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

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

Barrel239 239 3rd St SW (863) 229-7740 Whiskey Bar Open Daily Drink Specials 1-4p Smoke-Free

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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/$1.50 Tacos Thu Specials at Oyster Bar Thu, Sat & Sun, Live Music 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 Live Music Thu-Sun Union Taproom 245 W Central Ave, ST 102 (863) 268-4921 Open Tue-Thu 4-10p, Fri 4-11p, Sat 12-11p, Sun 12-7p 40 Self Pour Taps; Brews, Wine, Ciders, Cold Coffee & Kombucha Wed-Sun, Brick Oven Pizza 12-close 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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• A Mickey is the smallest detectable movement of a mouse cursor on a screen. The term was coined by computer scientists, who use it when programming mice and other input devices.

• And while we’re on the subject of “small,” the tiniest item ever photographed is the shadow of an atom, captured via a super-high-resolution microscope by a team at Australia’s Griffith University in 2012.

• The Welsh word for jellyfish is “Psygod wibli wobli.”

• Out of the millions of creatures that inhabit planet Earth, humans are one of just three species capable of laughter, the other two being chimpanzees ... and rats!

• “The Galop Infernal,” composed for an opera as a soundtrack to a man descending into hell, is better known to most of us as “The Can-Can” song.

• Proof that some things never change: the world’s oldest known joke is a Sumerian fart joke.

• The most expensive pizza in the world will set you back a cool $12,000. Why? Well, it takes 72 hours to make, can only be produced in your home by three Italian chefs, and is topped with three types of caviar, bufala mozzarella, lobster from Norway and Cilento, and pink Australian sea salt!

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