Today & Tonight Magazine September 2023

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

Polk County is back and is strong as ever.

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

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TOP PLACES TO WATCH THE GAME

by James Coulter

Are you ready for some football?!

Football season kicks off this month. What could be better than watching the game from the comfort of your own house? How about watching it with several other sports fans somewhere with a bountiful supply of beer, nachos, and hot wings?

Whether you’d prefer to watch the game at your local sports bar, or if you’d prefer to enjoy it somewhere more upscale, nothing goes better with sports than good food and great company. Here are nine of the best places in Polk County to enjoy football season:

Winners Circle Sports Bar & Grill

4215 Florida Ave. S., Lakeland

863-644-9464 | winnerscirclesportsbar.com

They don’t call it Lakeland’s Hometown Sports Bar for nothing! With more than 35 widescreen televisions playing the latest sports packages, you’re sure to have a good view of the game.

Of course, if you’d prefer to host your own private watch party, their John Haas Stadium Club provides the perfect venue with a holding capacity of 30 people. As their website states, you can “enjoy the lively atmosphere of our sports bar while also having your own exclusive space to mingle!”

Winners Circle has a diverse menu of finger foods and appetizers to quench your sports fan cravings. Their Whiskey & Wings special

allows you to pair a platter of wings with a Jack Daniels drink for only $5. Or make a sample platter with choices ranging from nachos and wings to potato skins, fried pickles, and corn nuggets for only $15.99.

Somewhere Sports Bar & Grill

5688 Cypress Gardens Blvd., Winter Haven 863-324-7524

Located across the street from LEGOLAND Florida, Somewhere Sports Bar & Grill sports more than 14 widescreens. This family-friendly sports bar serves great wings, burgers, and even pizza made fresh to order.

Their daily and weekly specials help patrons get into the team spirit. On select days, if you wear your sports team’s shirt, you can buy-one get-one drink free. And nothing beats Pizza

and Pitcher Wednesday, which offers a small 1-topping pizza and a pitcher of domestic beer for only $16.

All their wings are jumbo-sized and made fresh not frozen, ensuring they’re nothing less than finger-licking good. Order half a pound of their jumbo wing goodness for only $9.39!

Brew Hounds Sports Lounge

318 Havendale Blvd., Auburndale 863-967-2739 | brewhounds863.com

Their motto is “always among friends.” And when you step inside, you’ll certainly learn why. As their website explains, they provide, “a fun and convenient spot for the local community to drop by, enjoy a cold one…and watch live sports while being around the best of friends.”

Brew Hounds has more than 17 widescreens with sports packages from DirecTV including NFL Sunday Ticket. So you’re sure to have a good view of the big game while you’re downing beer, playing darts or pool, or simply hanging out with friends. And while they do not serve food, there is a pizza place right next door.

In celebration of their 14 year anniversary, Brew Hounds Sports Lounge is promoting beer bucket specials during NFL games 5 for $14! Check their Facebook page for weekly specials.

Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux

3772 US Hwy. 98 N., Lakeland

863-345-2500 | walk-ons.com

Let the good times roll! WalkOn’s Sports Bistreaux brings big Louisiana flavor to your run-ofthe-mill sports bar. With more than 84 widescreens, you’ll never miss a moment of the big game. Of course, whether you’re watch-

ing the big game or not, as their website states, they “make every occasion worth celebrating.”

Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux has a full bar with a diverse selection of craft beer and cocktails and an equally diverse menu of madefrom-scratch dishes. Just in time for football season, they’re introducing the sports bar staple favorite of buffalo wings. Pick these finger-licking wings in three styles (buffalo, sweet chili, and lemon pepper Dry Rub) in servings of eight and twelve.

And what’s a sports bar without drinks? This football season will see the return of their Football Drink Features, available all season long every Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy any Budweiser, Michelob, or Yuengling drink for $4.49 pints or $5.99 22 oz.

Food + Beer

3615 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland 863-535-0820 | eatfooddrinkbeer.com

There’s far more to Food + Beer than food and beer. Recently opened on August 21st, this upscale eatery offers upscale eats that go above and beyond traditional sports bar faves. From red velvet chicken and waffles to hot chicken benedict, Food + Beer is, “a foodie’s dream come true”, as their website claims.

Their unique menu remains committed to providing fresh, not frozen food. Every menu item uses only the freshest ingredients with nothing ever frozen.

Of course, Food + Beer not only serves great food and beer but provides a lively atmosphere ideal for catching the big game, especially with their 38 widescreens and counting. And their drink specials certainly help reign in the festivities. Happy hour is daily from 11 AM - 7 PM serving

Somewhere Sports Bar & Grill

Winner's Circle Sports Bar & Grill

Brew Hounds Sports Lounge

$5 beer and $25 beer buckets. Be sure to pair it with their Southern Buffalo Chicken Dip made from homemade pimento cheese, or Ain’t No Spring Chicken made from siracha and topped with honey and jalapenos.

The Brass Tap

1515 Town Center Dr, Lakeland 863-680-9994 | brasstapbeerbar.com

Do you love beer? Sports? Live music? Great places to hang out on game day or any day? The Brass Tap has all your bases covered. They offer a full bar with more than 150 craft beers from around the world. That’s more than 40 beers on tap and 300 bottled beers.

With more than a dozen widescreens and a festive patio and atmosphere featuring live music on many nights, The Brass Tap is the place to be on game night or any night, as their website states: “Whether your party is large or small, you’ll feel right at home watching the game or simply catching up on old times.”

Every day offers a diverse selection of food and drink to choose from, especially with their $5, $6, and $7 food and drink specials. Whatever flavor you prefer, sweet, spicy, salty, or even sour, you’re sure to pair your best food with your best beer.

Glory Days Grill

6005 Cypress Gardens Blvd., Winter Haven 863-496-6122 | glorydaysgrill.com

Remember the good old days when your neighborhood had a local eatery that displayed your local team’s colors and where you and the boys would arrive to celebrate your team’s victory? Glory Days Grill remembers. And they’re bringing the nostalgia with them.

Glory Days Grill, as their website explains, “is a sports themed family-friendly American grill and bar that combines an award-winning menu of freshly prepared appetizers, entrees and sandwiches with entertainment that appeals to all ages.” Whether you want to grab a bite to eat or host a private party, this place has it all. With more than a dozen wide-

screens, you always have a good view of the big game. And nothing makes the experience better than their drink deals. Happy Hour is all day every day with $3.25 Budweiser and $ 3.75 Bud Light. Enjoy half-off wine bottles during Wine Down Wednesday. Or get a $1 Busch Light in a 22 oz collectible cup.

Local Pubs and Bars

Sometimes, as the old TV theme goes, you really need to go where everyone knows your name and they’re always glad you came. Fortunately, there are plenty of local bars and pubs with great offerings for game day or any day.

Linksters in Lakeland (209 E Main St.) and Paddy Wagon in Winter Haven (5535 Cypress Gardens Blvd.) serve great drinks and on special occasions food, with televisions usually tuned to the big game.

Central Tavern in Winter Haven (273 W Central Ave.) aspires to give their guests, “the best upscale neighborhood bar experience”, as their website claims. With widescreens playing every major sports package, you can watch the big game while you down a cold one, toss darts, or shoot some pool. Their outdoor patio is especially great for catching the big game and enjoying the good weather.

Commercial Restaurants

Sometimes the best place to go is somewhere that is anywhere. Duke’s Brewhouse started in Plant City with eateries open in Winter Haven and Lakeland. With more than 20 widescreens and a large selection of craft beer, it’s the ideal place for your next game day. Beef ‘O’ Brady’s offers traditional wings for 99 cents every Wednesday on Wings Wednesday. The WingHouse Bar & Grill offers bottomless boneless wings every Wednesday at $14.99. Hooters, meanwhile, considers itself the “capital of football nation” with every league and every conference playing on their screens. Buffalo Wild Wings, meanwhile, has several widescreens that make one big screen for the main games.

The Brass Tap

Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux

Linksters Tap Room

Central Tavern

Bartow Ford To Host Powerhouse Country Music Star Lee Brice with Special Guest Randy Houser at Its Second Annual Concert on the Lot Series

Bartow Ford is sending its event plans into high gear again with an incredible Country Music concert that will feature multi-platinum GRAMMY nominee and CMA and ACM award winner Lee Brice.

Lee will be supported by one of his good friends, country music vocal powerhouse Randy Houser—so it is going to be a night you do not want to miss. Doors will open at 5 PM, and music begins at 6:30 PM. A variety of food and beverage vendors will be on hand.

Bartow Ford is partnering with 97 Country and The Dallas Bull for the November 11 event, which will be held at the dealership.

In addition to all the great entertainment that will be offered—one lucky concert attendee will win a Ford F150 that night. Contest details will be available on BartowFord.com as we get closer.

“We are so excited to bring this entertainment experience to Polk County, at a ticket price that makes it affordable for more people in our community,” said Benny Robles Jr, President of Bartow Ford. “We promise it will be a night to remember.”

Go to BartowFord.com to buy your tickets, which will be just $31, and a portion of the proceeds goes to Wounded Warriors.

LEE BRICE

When Lee Brice isn’t selling out arenas, writing and recording songs, or building new brands like American Born whiskey, you’ll find the family man with his wife Sara, two young boys, and baby daughter. Meanwhile, with more than 14 million in RIAA-certified

sales and streams, and nearing three billion spins on Pandora, Brice continues to enjoy massive success at country radio, digital streaming services, and on the road. Lee is also a GRAMMY nominee, a CMA nominee and a double ACM award winner, and he’s taken six radio singles to Number One: “A Woman Like You,” “Hard To Love,” “I Drive Your Truck,” “I Don’t Dance,” “Drinking Class,” and “Rumor.” Garth Brooks, Jason Aldean, Kenny Chesney, and others have recorded his songs, and he’s performed on numerous TV shows, including NBC’s Today, ABC’s The Bachelor, NBC’s The Voice and FOX’s Miss USA 2018. Lee’s “Rumor” is the current single from his fourth studio album, Lee Brice, released November 3, 2017, on Curb Records. The RIAA Certified Platinum single is Lee’s sixth number one hit appearing in the top spot on the Billboard, Mediabase Country Radio, and SiriusXM’s “The Highway” Top 30 charts. It has also surpassed 280 million on demand audio & video streams in the U.S. with over 300 million worldwide. For more information, go to LeeBrice.com.

RANDY HOUSER

With an inimitable voice The New York Times describes as “wholly different, thicker and more throbbing, a caldron bubbling over,” Randy Houser racked up three consecutive No. 1 hits and more than four million in singles sales to date with his Stoney Creek Records album How Country Feels. He topped the charts with the

title track, “Runnin’ Outta Moonlight” and “Goodnight Kiss” (also his first No. 1 as a songwriter) and earned critical acclaim for his powerful delivery of the Top 5 smash and CMA Song of the Year-nominated “Like A Cowboy.”

Houser added a fourth No. 1 to his catalogue with “We Went” from his 2016 album, Fired Up

Houser’s sixth studio album Note To Self is available now via Magnolia Music Group and features ten tracks all co-written by the Mississippi native. Currently in the top 30 and climbing at Country radio, lead single and title track “Note To Self” marked his “powerful return” following

2019’s critically-acclaimed album Magnolia, with MusicRow boasting the Mississippinative remains one of country music’s very finest vocalists.” With multiple sold-out shows in 2022, including an at-capacity stop at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, Houser wrapped his coheadlining tour with longtime friend Jamey Johnson and is currently on the road with Cody Johnson. Along with preparing new music and a relentless touring schedule, Houser landed onscreen roles in Martin Scorsese’s upcoming film Killers of the Flower Moon starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro and more, as well as the inspiring The Hill starring Dennis Quaid. For more information, go to RandyHouser.com.

For more information go to BartowFord.com

Lee Brice

Randy Houser

OH WHAT A NIGHT!

A Musical Tribute To Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons

The RP Funding Center is proud to host OH WHAT A NIGHT! A Musical Tribute

To Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons on October 17, 2023 at 7 p.m. Tickets go on sale this Friday, August 18 at 9 a.m.

OH WHAT A NIGHT! is a blockbuster musical review conceived and directed by award-winning Broadway producer-director Michael Chapman; written by Motown producer George Solomon; and choreographed by critically acclaimed choreographer Paul Holmquist.

Celebrating the hits of FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS, who were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

in 1990, OH WHAT A NIGHT! offers a roller coaster ride of emotions featuring extraordinarily talented singer/dancers, comedy, and informative stories like no other. It features all of the original hits as well as many not included in Broadway’s Tony award-winning musical JERSEY BOYS as well as Valli’s biggest solo hit from the movie GREASE. While taking fans on a musical journey down memory lane, each performer brings to life a high-energy theatrical event that remains authentic throughout the show.

OH WHAT A NIGHT! is an intimate, family-friendly concert and celebration

of one of the most enduring pop musical icons of our time, FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS. Delighting audiences of all ages since it originally premiered in Las Vegas, the show always leaves the audience exclaiming OH WHAT A NIGHT! For further information on the show please visit www.OhWhatANightTribute. com.

Tickets go on sale this Friday, August 18 at 9 a.m. Service charges may apply. Tickets prices start at $82.28. Purchase your tickets now by visiting us online at www. rpfundingcenter.com. Dates and ticket prices are subject to change without notice.

Presented by:

THEGALA

Save the Dates:

Online Silent Auction:

OCTOBER 27 - NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The Gala: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Please join us at Polk County’s premier fundraising event, the Winter Haven Hospital Foundation Gala. This year’s Gala event will feature live music by Atlanta-based “THE MAXX”, four-course gourmet dinner, exquisite wines and open bar, and exciting auctions filled with incredible trips and experiences.

All proceeds will be utilized locally to support the Foundation’s American Psychological Association accredited Clinical Psychology Training Program.

For more information: (863) 292-4138 or whhfoundation@baycare.org

Mr. & Mrs. George O’Neill, Jr.

• In 2014, there was a school in Turin, Italy, that had just one teacher and one student. Though the latter admitted to being lonely, officials decided to keep the school open as long as at least one pupil was enrolled.

• Altocalciphilia is the medical term for a shoe addiction.

• Embryonic bats go through a stage called “peek-a-boo,” when their wings grow to cover their eyes.

• Muhammad Ali’s star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame is the only star that is not on the sidewalk, but on the wall of the Kodak Theatre, to honor the boxing champ’s request that he “did not want to be walked on.”

• Pennies are used to adjust the time in London’s famous Big Ben clock tower. A single cent can change the pendulum’s center of mass and alter the time by 0.4 seconds per day.

• Michael Bay filmed Megan Fox washing his Ferrari as her audition for “Transformers.”

• Halley’s Comet has two correct pronunciations. It can rhyme with “daily” or “valley” since its discoverer, Edmond Halley, spelled his name six different ways during his lifetime.

• The 2003 invasion of Iraq was originally dubbed “Operation Iraqi Liberation” but quickly changed due to the fact its acronym spelled out “oil.”

• After learning that her husband had been killed in World War II, Mariya Oktyabrskaya sold everything she owned to donate a tank to the Soviet Red Army, with the condition that she be allowed to drive it. When the tank was hit by gunfire, she would not only risk her own life to jump out and repair it, but ended up becoming the first female tanker to receive the Hero of the Soviet Union award

Why Can't The World Be Better

Rarely can I say one of my columns was inspired during a walk. This is one of them.

So, I was walking in the mall one day when one of the store owners waved me down. I walk through the mall nearly every day, so I had seen him before and, chances are, he had seen me many times before, too.

He asked me if I was heading toward the food court. I told him, I was. He then asked me if I knew the gyro place. I told him, I did. He then gave me a ten-dollar bill and asked me if I could pick up an order for him. The request seemed curious, but I told him I would.

So, I went to the gyro place at the food court, picked up his order, and walked back to the store to give him his food and change. He thanked me, I told him he was welcome, and I went on my way.

enough that I was trustworthy enough to do it for him.

Can you imagine that? Would you be willing to trust a random stranger like that? To take your money, go on a random delivery, and return with your order? I don’t think I ever could. Chances are, neither could you.

How much better would the world be if we could trust total strangers like that? What a better world that would be.

One where I could leave my laptop sitting on a table in a café while I take a bathroom break and come back knowing it would still be sitting there and not snagged by some random thief.

Or where I could leave my keys in the car running while I step into a store somewhere and come back knowing the car and keys are still there.

1. FOOD & DRINK: What does the acronym “IPA” stand for in a beer?

2. LITERATURE: Who is the author of “The Hunger Games” series?

3. U.S. STATES: Which state has the most lighthouses?

4. GEOGRAPHY: What is the capital of New Zealand?

5. GAMES: What is a perfect score in bowling?

6. SCIENCE: What does an auxanometer measure?

7. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a female donkey called?

8. MOVIES: Which holiday is celebrated at the end of “When Harry Met Sally”?

9. TELEVISION: Which entertainer has hosted “Saturday Night Live” the most?

10. ANATOMY: What is the anatomical name for the kneecap?

Like I said, I had seen the guy before, and he had probably seen me many times before; yet, at the same time, we were still complete strangers who barely knew each other, let alone each other’s names. Yet he trusted me enough to hand me his money and have me deliver his lunch for him.

Now, most folks who know me know I’m a rather trustworthy guy. But, for all this guy knew, I could have easily left that mall with a fresh ten-dollar bill. Or I could have stopped by that gyro place and walked away with a free lunch. Yet he trusted me with his money, his order, and his delivery.

He may have known me in passing (like I said, I routinely walk around the mall), but he didn’t know me personally. He didn’t even know my name nor me his. He had no reason to trust me with this random delivery. Yet he did, and he was fortunate

Where I could leave the house without locking the door. Or where I could trust a random stranger to look after my personal belongings while I run a quick errand. Or where a random stranger could trust me to deliver his food to him on a whim.

Why must we live in a world where we can’t trust other people? Where other people can’t be trusted? Where we must remain vigilant and in a constant state of fear that random weirdos will swindle you or mug you or pickpocket you?

Wouldn’t it be nice to live in a world where people are nicer to each other? Especially random strangers? Where you may not know someone, but you know they can be trusted?

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

C A L E N D A R

Get Your Listing in the Calendar

Arts, Crafts, Festivals & Expos

SEPT 14–

Lakeland Food Truck Rally. Tampa Bay Food Truck Rally brings food trucks to Munn Park on the 2nd Thursday of every month. Come on out to Downtown Lakeland and enjoy a variety of Florida food trucks and their delicious cuisine. 20 plus food trucks come together each month and park on the streets surrounding beautiful Munn Park. Thurs, 6-9 pm. (next events: Oct 12)

SEPT 14– Girls Night

Out. A night of fun and excitement! This male revue show will drive you wild… in the best possible! Whether you’re celebrating a Birthday, Bachelorette, Divorce, Dirty Thirty or your own Sheer Awesome Self. Chiseled Men, Sexy Costumes, Drinks & Appetizers. Located Balmoral Event Center, 116 Kenny Blvd, Haines City. Thurs, Doors at 6:45 pm. 18+ to enter. Tickets$25. https://centralfloridatix.com/ events/girls-night-out-9-14-2023

SEPT

16& 17 –

F.I.R.

Expo. Repticon reptile and exotic animal show. Located at RP

Funding Center, Lakeland. Sat, 9-4 pm and Sun, 10-4 pm. www. repticon.com

SEPT 16& 17

– Central Florida Gun Show. Presented by Lakeland Rifle & Pistol Club. 54 years of quality arms shows. The best show in Florida. Buy – Sell – Trade. Concealed weapons classes available. Free parking. Located Sun ‘n Fun Expo, Lakeland. Sat, 9-5 pm and Sun, 9-3 pm. www. LakelandGunShow.com

SEPT 19–Tasty

Tuesday + Tunes. Third Tuesday of every month in Munn Park. 10 tastes from downtown bars, restaurants, and sweet shops. New offerings every month. Tasty Tuesdays are a super fun way to experience multiple Downtown restaurants all in one night! You get hearty sample sizes with each ticket and move from place to place at your own pace! Tastings begin at 4:30pm and end at 9pm. Purchase your ticket package from LDDA. Tues, 4:30-9 pm. Cost - $25 for 10 tastes. (next events: Oct 17)

https://ldda.square.site/ product/tasty-tuesday-tickets/31?cs=true&cst=custom

SEPT 23&

SEPT 24– 2023

Fall

Florida Wedding & Bridal Expo. Central Florida’s Largest Bridal Expo is coming back and it’s bigger and better than ever. Hosted at the RP Funding Center, this expo has something for every bride-to-be. Whether you’re searching for the perfect dress, looking to book a DJ, or searching for the perfect venue for your special day, this expo has it all. Located at the RP Funding Center, Lakeland. Sun, 1-5 pm. www.flwbridalexpo.com

SEPT 28–

Ladies Night in Downtown. Hosted by Main Street Winter Haven. A groovy night is planned for you! Downtown Winter Haven businesses will be open late for a night of food, drink and shopping specials. Good vibes only while you wear your favorite 60’s outfit for a “Totally Tubular” night out with your girls! Register for $10 and pick up your event map on the corner of Central Ave and 4th Street NW at 5:30 pm on September 28th. Located downtown Winter Haven. Thurs, 5:30-8:30 pm. https://www.mainstreetwh.com

streets of Downtown Lakeland between Lemon Street and Oak Street along Kentucky Ave. and Main St. Downtown Lakeland, Fri 6-9 pm. DowntownLKLD. com (next event: Nov 3, USO Dancing Under the Stars and Dec 1, Hometown Holiday)

OCT 6– 16th Annual Oktoberfest. Hosted by Main Street Winter Haven and presented by Victor Smith Law Group. Enjoy over 40 Florida craft, local and German beers! Buy a tasting ticket and sample as many of the beers as you’d like! Bratwurst and German food favorites available. Brass Heart Band performing polka and music favorite. Admission is free if you want to enjoy food and music without partaking in the beer tasting. Located downtown Central Park, Winter Haven. Fri, 6-9 pm. Tasting Ticket: $30 presale, $40 at the event. www. MainStreetWH.com

24

– Buckler Arts & Crafts Fair. Located at RP Funding Center, Lakeland. Sat, 10-5 pm and Sun, 10-4 pm. Free Parking. Cost - $6 per person, Kids 12 & under Free (one paid admission good both days with hand stamp)

https://bucklershows.com

OCT 6– Oct First Friday. Head to Downtown Lakeland on the first Friday of every month for First Friday; new theme each month. This month is Cookie Carnival in Munn Park. 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

NOV 3– 9th Annual Wine, Chocolate, and Cheese. Hosted by Main Street Winter Haven. We invite you to explore Downtown Winter Haven while enjoying Wine, Chocolate, and Cheese. Tasting tickets include a specially designed map that outlines the participating businesses and the official tasting glass. With over 40 local shops taking part in this immersive experience, you’ll have the opportunity to experience carefully curated wine and chocolate, or wine and cheese pairings. Located downtown Winter Haven. Fri, 5:30-8:30 pm. Tasting Ticket: $30 presale, $40 at the event. www. MainStreetWH.com

Markets, Antique Fairs & Car Shows

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

to May and 8 am-1 pm; Jun & Jul. (closed in August)

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

SEPT 10

- 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

SEPT 15

– Bartow Friday Fest. The Bartow Friday Fest is a fun open-air event in Downtown Bartow featuring live music, classic cars and plenty of family fun. The event is held the third Friday of every month (except December). Fri, 6-9 pm. For more info, visit www.mainstreetbartowfl.com

7 pm; Doors at 6 pm. Tickets$25 GA, $35 Reserved. www. RitzWinterHaven.com

SEPT 16–

Summer Concert Series at the Ritz: Dunlap & Mabe. Jack Dunlap & Robert Mabe have formed one of the Southeast’s most talented bluegrass groups in the US. Come and listen to a great mix of original tunes, classic bluegrass numbers, and crowd favorites. Enjoy cocktails, beer, wine, and light snacks for sale at The Ritz Lounge before and during the concert. Located Historic Ritz Theatre, 263 W Central Ave, Winter Haven. Sat, 7 pm; Doors at 6 pm. Tickets$25 GA, $35 Reserved. www. RitzWinterHaven.com

SEPT 29–

Please bring your own chair or blanket. Located Bok Tower Gardens, Lk Wales. Fri, 7 pm. Tickets - $35 Members, $45 Non-Members ($50 Day of). www.BokTowerGardens.org

OCT 14– Country Western Music & Car Show at Balmoral. Located Balmoral Bar & Grill, 124 Kenny Blvd, Haines City. Sat, 10 am-10 pm. Free entrance. www. BalmoralBarAndGrill.com

OCT 17– A Musical

incredible Country Music concert that will feature multi-platinum GRAMMY nominee and CMA and ACM award winner Lee Brice. Lee will be supported by one of his good friends, country music vocal powerhouse Randy Houser—so it is going to be a night you do not want to miss. Bring your own chair. No outside food or drink. Located at Bartow Ford, Bartow. Sat, 6:30-10:30 pm. Doors open at 5 pm. Tickets - $31. www. BartowFord.com/concert

Charity Events & Golf Tournaments

SEPT 21- Lake

Wales

3rd Thursday Market. The boutique market will feature a variety of produce, artisan food vendors, plants, crafts and a food truck. This market is within walking distance of restaurants and shops. Located Stuart Ave in the parking lot near the new Gillian Fazio mural in downtown Lk Wales. Thurs, 4-7 pm.

Concerts & Theatre

SEPT 9– Summer Concert

Series at the Ritz: Jonita & Friends. Fiddle the night away to the Irish band featuring Jonita and friends who will delight with Celtic music with old tunes and new favorites. Enjoy cocktails, beer, wine, and light snacks for sale at The Ritz Lounge before and during the concert. Located Historic Ritz Theatre, 263 W Central Ave, Winter Haven. Sat,

Tribute Concert at the Ritz: Simon & Garfunkel by The Boxers. Brothers Todd and Greg Pitts have been playing and singing these timeless tunes together since they were kids growing up in the 60’s and 70’s. For years they’ve traveled the country sharing the Simon & Garfunkel concert experience with thrilled audiences nationwide. Enjoy cocktails, beer, wine, and light snacks for sale at The Ritz Lounge before and during the concert. Located Historic Ritz Theatre, 263 W Central Ave, Winter Haven. Sat, 7 pm; Doors at 6 pm. Tickets$25 GA, $35 Reserved. www. RitzWinterHaven.com

OCT 6– Concert

Under the Stars: RUNA at Bok Tower Gardens. Celebrating 14 years together as a band, CelticAmerican Roots music “supergroup,” RUNA continues to push the boundaries of Irish folk music into the Americana and roots music formats. RUNA offers a thrilling and redefining take on traditional music by Interweaving Ireland and Scotland’s haunting melodies and exuberant tunes with the lush harmonies and intoxicating rhythms of jazz, bluegrass, flamenco, and blues. (Oct 6, Runa; Oct 14, Wine Walk & KeySoundSoul; Oct 20, The Lubben Bros.; Nov 3, Dervish)

Tribute to Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. “Oh What A Night!” is an intimate, family-friendly concert and celebration of one of the most enduring pop musical icons of our time, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Delighting audiences of all ages since it originally premiered in Las Vegas, the show always leaves the audience exclaiming Oh What A Night! Located at the Youkey Theatre, RP Funding Center, Lakeland. Tues, 7 pm. Tickets - $79.50, $69.50 plus parking. www. RPFundingCenter.com

OCT 19– CAL’s The Police, “Synchronicity”. Performed “Note for note... cut for cut,” the Classic Albums Live Concert Series features an album which has sold over 18 million copies worldwide: The Police, “Synchronicity” Oct 19 and The Lithium Experience Dec 15. Located at the Youkey Theatre, RP Funding Center, Lakeland. Thurs, 7:30 pm. Tickets - $52, $41 plus parking. www.RPFundingCenter.com

NOV 4– Latin Rock Festival at Balmoral. Located Balmoral Bar & Grill, 124 Kenny Blvd, Haines City. Sat, 6 pm-12 am. www. BalmoralBarAndGrill.com

NOV 11– Bartow Ford’s Concert On The Lot. Bartow Ford is sending its event plans into high gear again with an

OCT 1– Annual Wine & Roses. Presented by Symphony Guild of Winter Haven in partnership with Main Street Winter Haven. The Harris/Barone Quartet performs jazz favorites. Members only event: become a member or renew your membership. Located at Gram Parsons Derry Down, Winter Haven. Sun, 3-5 pm. Doors open 2:30 pm. www.symphonyguildofwinterhaven.org

OCT 21– 8th Annual Fore the Love. Golf and women’s tennis tournament hosted for the Winter Haven Hospital Foundation. The online silent auction & raffle drawing runs from Oct 12 to Oct 21. All proceeds support the Winter Haven Women’s Hospital and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Locate at the Country Club of Winter Haven. www.whhfoundation.org

NOV 2– The Gala. Winter Haven Hospital Foundation’s premier fundraising event featuring live music four-course dinner, open bar as well as live and silent auctions. The online silent auction runs from Oct 27 to Nov 2. Located at Nora Mayo Hall, Winter Haven. Thurs, 5:30-11 pm. www.whhfoundation.org

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AUBURNDALE

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s

102 W Polk Street

(863) 968-0010

Full Liquor Sports Bar

TVs for the Games

Brew Hounds Sports Lounge

318 Havendale Blvd

(863) 967-2739

Wed, Trivia 6p

Daily/Weekly Specials

Pool, Darts, Full Liquor

Sunday Ticket/SEC/ACC

Smoke-Free/Outside Patio

Crave & Copper

117 East Lake Ave

(863) 968-2971

Local Microbrewery

Patio Bar/Restaurant

Wed-Sun, Open at 11a

Fri-Sun, Live Music

BABSON PARK

Crooked Bass Grill/Tavern

1010 N Scenic Hwy

(863) 589-5887

Full Liquor

Seafood, Steaks & Burgers

Live Music Fri & Sat

Pool Table & Darts

BARTOW

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s

120 E Van Fleet Dr

(863) 534-3111

Full Liquor Sports Bar

Fun Bar

3379 US Hwy 17N

(863) 800-3400

Karaoke

Pool Table & Darts

Mulligan’s Sports Bar

Bartow Golf Club

150 N Idlewood (863) 533-1668

Fri, Karaoke 7-10p

Stanford Wines

165 S Central Ave

(863) 800-3395

Open Daily 4-10 pm

Fine Wine & Charcuterie

StanfordWines.com

FB@stanfordwines

The Wine Stable

150 S Broadway

(863) 533-9463

Full Bar

Live Music

Karaoke

DAVENPORT

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s 45653 US Hwy 27

(863) 420-3350

Full Liquor

Great Wings, Sandwiches, Burgers, Wraps

Fireside Lounge & Billiards

43356 US Hwy 27

(863) 420-0100

Pool Hall; 7 Pro Tables

Full Liquor/Hpy Hr 2-7p

Live Music

The Wheelhouse Bar

42637 US Hwy 27

(863) 353-6880

TVs, Pool Table

Darts, Jukebox

Wed & Sat, Karaoke 9p

The Wheelhouse/19th Hole

102 Polo Park East

(863) 424-4560

Tue & Fri, Karaoke 9p

Thu, Trivia 8-10p

DUNDEE

Out-n-About Bar (1/4 m north of Dundee Rd) 28390 US Hwy 27

(863) 439-1537

Tue, Fri, Sat & Sun, Live Music

Sun, Karaoke

Thu, Ladies Night Mon & Wed, Closed

FROSTPROOF

P & J Recreation 33 S Scenic Hwy

(863) 635-9825

Home of Famous Slaw Burger!

Full Liquor

FT. MEADE

Pit Stop Package & Lounge 800 N Charleston Ave

(863) 285-8732

Food Avail.

HAINES CITY

Amos Tavern

200 US Hwy 17 92 N

(863) 422-1459

Balmoral Bar & Grill

124 Kenny Blvd

(863) 588-3097

Patio Dining & Full Bar

Mon, Jukebox Bingo 6-8p

Tue, Trivia 6-8p

Wed, Karaoke 6-9p

Thu & Sat, Live Music 6-9p

Fri, DJ/Latin Nights 7-10p

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s 902 Polk City Rd (863) 419-4848

Full Liquor Sports Bar

Big Screen TVs

Ducky’s Dockside Bar & Grill

1090 Shady Cove Rd E (863) 353-5295

Thu, Acoustic Jam 6p

Fri, Karaoke 6p

Sat & Sun, Live Music

Rudy’s Liquorup Lounge

600 Ingraham Ave

(863) 422-8585

Karaoke, Darts, Billiards

Live Bands

Happy Hour 12-7p

Shady Cove Bar & Grill

7140 State Road 544 E

(863) 421-6800

Full Liquor/Hpy Hr 4-7p

Open Daily 12p

Daily Food/Drink Specials

LAKE ALFRED

LA’s Midway Saloon

(Across from WH Airport) 3900 Lynchburg Rd

(863) 875-7966

Hpy Hr 11-3p; Specials M-F

LAKELAND

1916 Irish Pub Cleveland Heights Golf Course

2900 Buckingham Ave

(863) 834-2384

Daily, 11a-10p

Thu, Ladies Night 5-9p

Sat/Sun, Brunch 10-3p

Food, Full Bar

Ax-Caliber

204 E Orange St, Ste 102

(863) 592-3500

Tue-Wed 11a-10p/Thu-Fri 11a-11p

Sat 10a-11p, Sun 10a-7p

Axe Throwing, Virtual Gun Range

Coffee House, Restaurant

Beer & Wine

The Back Nine 124 S Tennessee Ave

(863) 510-5723

Open Daily

Golf Simulators

Lunch, Dinner, Brunch

Full Bar

Thu, Trivia 7:30p

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s North 1070 Wedgewood Estates Blvd

(863) 853-9464

Full Liquor Sports Bar

2-4-1 All Day, Everyday 40+ HD TVs w/sports pkgs

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s South 4810 S Florida Ave (863) 646-7757

Full Liquor Sports Bar

2-4-1 All Day, Everyday 40+ HD TVs w/sports pkgs

The Brass Tap

1515 Town Center Dr

Lakeside Village

(863) 680-9994

Daily, Open at 12p

Martini Wed, $5

Craft Beers, Full Bar

Food, Live Music

Brewlands Bar & Billiards N. 5161 US Hwy 98 N

(863) 940-2038

Smoke-Free Billiards/Sports Bar

20 Pool Tables, Dart Boards

Game Room, Full Kitchen Open Daily, Full Liquor

Brewlands Bar & Billiards S. 5733 S Florida Ave

(863) 646-2600

Pool & Billiard Sports Hall

Full Liquor Bar

Open Daily

Sun & Wed, S.I.N. Night

Thu, Ladies Night

Champs Sports Bar & Grill 6645 S Florida Ave

(863) 647-5900

Open Daily, 11a-10p

Daily Specials 2-10p

Tue, Ladies Night 4p-cl

Tue/Thu, BOGO Beer

Thu, Free Trivia 8p

Cob & Pen 1221 S Florida Ave

(863) 937-8126

Craft Beer & Wine

Full Liquor Bar Food/Light Food

Decisions Grill & Bar 1621 E Edgewood Dr Suite G

(863) 686-6441

Dissent Craft Brewing Co 125 S Kentucky Ave

(863) 450-4351

Mon-Thu, 3-10p

Fri & Sat, 12-10p Sun, 12-8p

Duke’s Brewhouse

4960 S Florida Ave

(863) 647-9464

Wings, Sports, Spirits

Live Music

Frescos Bistro

132 S Kentucky Ave

(863) 683-5267

Happy Hr 5-7

Monthly Pairings

Great Bistro Fare

Full Bar/Crafted Cocktails

Gator’s Dockside

Highland City 5135 S.R. 98

(863) 619-7627

Food, Full Bar

Open late night

Hookah Palace

122 S Kentucky Ave

(863) 688-1818

Hrs: 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 S Tennessee Ave (863) 210-5327

Full Liquor

Jazz & Cigar Lounge

Business Casual Sun –Thu

Dress to Impress Fri & Sat

Leo’s Live Music & Billiards (A.K.A. Ybor Cigars)

5263 S Florida Ave

(863) 619-6799

Happy Hr 4-7p

Darts/Pool Table/TVs

Tue-Sat, Live Music

Linksters Tap Room (Dntn)

209 E Main St

(863) 683-7195

Daily, 12p

Full Liquor

Smoke Free

Sports Bar

Lucky’s Sports, Oyster & Tiki Bar (Orange Bowl)

4318 US Hwy 98 N

(863) 858-3878

Mon, Poker 7p

Wed, Poker 11a

1st/3rd Sat, Live Bands

Molly McHugh’s Irish Pub

111 S Kentucky Ave

(863) 686-6231

Darts, Pool Tables

Live Music, Fri

Paddy Wagon Irish Pub

4204 S Florida Ave

(863) 937-8925

Daily, 12p Full Bar, TVs

Darts, Golden Tee, Pool

The Pink Piano 1015 S Florida Ave

(863) 937-8885

Tue-Sat, Live Music

Wine, Beer, Tapas

Rec Room 202 N Massachusetts Ave

(863) 213-4073

Open 4p Mon-Fri, 11a Sat & Sun

Open Late Night Daily Specials, 50+ Games

Wed, Ladies Night

Food Trucks Fri & Sat 8p

Family During Day/21+ after 9p

Revival Bar

119 S Kentucky Ave

(863) 606-6090

Open 12p Daily/Smoke-Free

Craft Cocktail Bar

Vintage Cocktails, Beers

Relaxed Seating Areas

Southside Package & Lounge 1122 S Florida Ave

(863) 683-4703

Happy Hr 10-7p & 12-2a;

Full Liquor

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

Wild Greg’s Saloon 4951 US Hwy 98 N

(863) 940-9133

Thu-Sat, 7p-2a

Nightclub/Concert Venue

Winner’s Circle 4215 S Florida Ave

(863) 644-9464

Sun, Corn Hole

Tues, Poker

Wed, Ladies Night 1st Thu, Open Mic, 7-10p

The Yard On Mass 802 N Massachusetts Ave

(863) 333-0330

Open Daily Beer Garden, Food Trucks Full Bar, Live Music

LAKE WALES

Al’s Place 1530 N Scenic Hwy

(863) 241-3070

Sat, $1 Days: Drafts, Sodas, Fries, Sliders, Chili Dogs Open Daily 11-4;

Wed & Fri, 11-7p

All Star Grill

2019 Hwy 60 E

(863) 679-9689

Sports Bar Open Daily 11a-11p

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s

19598 US Hwy 27

(863) 679-1975

Full Liquor Sports Bar

Big Screen TVs

Cherry Pocket Steak & Seafood Shak

3100 Canal Rd

(863) 439-2031

Seafood, Full Liquor

Mon-Fri, Hpy Hr 11-4p

Thu, Fri & Sat, Music 6-10p

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 W Central Ave

(863) 229-8142

Open Mon-Sat, 4p

Mon-Fri, Hpy Hr 4:30-5:30p

Full Menu/Full Bar

Smoke-Free

Barrel239

239 3rd St SW

(863) 229-7740

Whiskey Bar

Open Daily

Drink Specials 1-4p

Smoke-Free

BARS&PUBS

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s

300 Cypress Gardens Blvd

(863) 293-9464

Full Liquor Sports Pub

30 Big HD TVs

Mon Burger Special

Central Tavern

273 W Central Ave

(863) 229-5027

Open Daily 12p

Full Bar/Smoke-Free

Outside Patio

Duke’s Brewhouse

1708 6th Street SE

(863) 576-9464

Wings, Sports, Spirits

Live Music

Fire Restaurant

325 W Central Ave

(863) 875-5544

Sun, Brunch

Gary’s Grove

2995 Cypress Gardens Rd

(863) 325-0001

Mon, Live Music

Fri, Karaoke

Pizza/Hot Dogs Avail

Grape Expectations

535 Cypress Gardens Blvd

(863) 318-8800

Wine Bar

Smoke-Free

Grove Roots Brewing Co.

302 3rd Street SW

(863) 291-0700

Food Truck & Live Music

Wed-Fri 4p, Sat-Sun 12p

3rd Wed, Night Mrkt 6-9p

Craft Beer & Wine

Smoke-Free

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, No Name Jam Night

Live Music Weekly

Smoke-Free

Laugh Out Lounge

19 3rd Street NW

Wed, Thu, Sun 5-10p

Fri & Sat 5-11p

Comedy Club/Bar

Beer/Wine

FB@LaughOutLoungeWH

Obscure Wine Company

276 W Central Ave

(863) 268-6555

Mon-Thu 11a-10p

Fri-Sat 11a-12a, Sun 11a-8p

Mon, Oyster Mon 4-7p

Tue, Tasting Tuesday

Wed, Wine Down Wed 5-8p

Last Sun, Imbibe & Vibes 3-7p

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

Wed, Karaoke

Thu-Sun, Live Music

Paddy Wagon Irish Pub 5535 Cypress Gardens Blvd (863) 875-5708

Daily, 12pm

Irish Style Sports Bar

Pool, Darts, Golden Tee

TVs, Full Bar

Past Time Lounge 1605 1st Street S (863) 293-0027

Tue, Ladies Night Darts/Pool Table

Slate 8 Family Billiards

20 4th Street NW (863) 247-8899

Smoke-Free Pool Hall

Open Daily, Outdoor Patio

Full Bar, Food Available

Wed, Dart Tourn 7p

FB@Slate8Pool

The Social Lounge 356 3rd Street NW

Sun-Thu, 12p-12a

Fri, 12p-2a/Sat, 2p-2a

Mon, Martinis $6

Wed-Sat, Live Music

Speakeasy-style Lounge

Classic/Craft Cocktails

Somewhere Sports Bar 5688 Cypress Gardens Blvd (863) 324-7524

Mon-Sat, Hpy Hr 3-6p

Beer Specials/Sports Packages

Mon-Fri, Lunch Specials

Tanner’s Lakeside 1006 S Lake Howard Dr (863) 662-5948

Happy Hr Wed-Sun, 4-6p

Wed, 1/2 Price Wines

Thu-Sun, Live Music

Sept 16, Culpepper’s Cardiac Foundation Event 11-7p

Union Taproom 245 W Central Ave, ST 102 (863) 268-4921

Hrs: Tue-Thu 4-10p, Fri & Sat 12-11p, Sun 12-7p

40 Self Pour Taps

Pizza: Tue-Thu 4-cl/Fri-Sun 12-cl

Wed, Trivia 7p

Fri & Sat, Live Music 7-10p

1st Thu, Night Market 6-9p

SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER CONCERT CALENDAR

FRIDAY, SEPT 1

B. HAVEN BAND (Somewhere Sports Bar, WH)

BATTLE OF THE BANDS, PART 1 (Dallas Bull, TMP)

SATURDAY, SEPT 2

BLAKE FREE (Tanners Lakeside, WH)

JIM N JUDY DUO 9p

(The Social Lounge, WH)

JIM N JUDY DUO (Old Man Frank’s, WH)

KOREY KETCHUM (Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC)

ANDY SHREEVE (Camp Margaritaville, ADL)

TMIKE & DUKE (Crave & Copper, ADL)

SHAWN RAHN 2p/

SISTER MISTER 7p (Swan Brewing, LKD)

SALTY SHAKERS BAND (Yard on Mass, WH)

THE SOFA KINGS DUO (Front Page Brewing, BTW)

SECOND HAND SMOKE (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA)

SUNDAY, SEPT 3

LUBECK (Tanners Lakeside, WH)

ANDY SHREEVE (Ducky’s Dockside Bar & Gr, HC)

JIM N JUDY DUO (Swan Brewing, LKD)

PATTY KENOLY (Front Page Brewing, BTW)

MONDAY, SEPT 4

LABOR DAY JAM (Tanners Lakeside, WH)

TUESDAY, SEPT 5

MICKENZIE PEISHER (Council Oak Lounge, TMP)

THURSDAY, SEPT 7

JASON GREEN (Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC)

ANDY SHREEVE (Swan Brewing, LKD)

JIM THOMAS (Grasslands Golf & CC, LKD)

SKART (Jensen’s Corner Bar, WH)

SAM HUNT

wsg BRETT YOUNG AND LILY ROSE

(MidFlorida CU Amphi, TMP)

FRIDAY, SEPT 8

B. HAVEN BAND (Cypresswood Pub, WH)

DREW LEBLANC (The Wheelhouse Bar, DVPT)

OCD (Wheelhouse Bar 19th Hole, DVPT)

TWINKLE AND ROCKSOULRADIO

(Leo’s Live, LKD)

JOE’S GARAGE BAND

(Apple Lounge, WH)

LAURA THE SINGER

(The Social Lounge, WH)

MIKE MONTS (Swan Brewing, LKD)

SCOTT NAUGLER

(Yard on Mass, WH)

ACOUSTIC DOSE

(Dade City Brew House, D CTY)

RELL X BAND

(LA’s Midway Saloon, LA)

SKIP FRYE (Front Page Brewing, BTW)

BATTLE OF THE BANDS, PART 2

(Dallas Bull, TMP)

ODESZA wsgs BOB MOSES, TAKIMONSTA, OLAN, QRTR (MidFlorida CU Amphi, TMP)

SATURDAY, SEPT 9

BURT HILL BAND

(Tanners Lakeside, WH)

JADE & DUKE (Cypresswood Pub, WH)

SALTY SHAKERS BAND

(Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC)

JONITA & FRIENDS

(Ritz Theatre, WH)

COREY SMITH

(Wild Greg’s Saloon, LKD)

SG WOOD 2p/

GREG REDDING 7p

(Swan Brewing, LKD)

PHOENIX 5

(Yard on Mass, WH)

COREY PREVATT

(LA’s Midway Saloon, LA)

RYAN JOYCE 12p/

QUITTIN TIME 7p

(Six String Stage/ Margaritaville, ADL)

BLACK SATIN 12p/

JOEY FOLEY 5p

(Chill Bar/Margaritaville, ADL)

GODSMACK wsgs

ATREYU, FLAT BLACK

(MidFlorida CU Amphi, TMP)

SUNDAY, SEPT 10

TMIKE & DUKE (Grove Roots Brew Co, WH)

BRIAN JONES

(Swan Brewing, LKD)

MONDAY, SEPT 11

SKIP FRYE (Mission BBQ, LKD)

TUESDAY, SEPT 12

ADRIENNE RICHARDS (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

WEDNESDAY, SEPT 13

JADE & DUKE

(Somewhere Sports Bar, WH)

PHOENIX 5

(Hard Rock Cafe, TMP)

THURSDAY, SEPT 14

RED HOT ROOSTER

(Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC)

MATT & RICK (Swan Brewing, LKD)

FRIDAY, SEPT 15

BLUE COLLAR BAND

(Apple Lounge, WH)

LAURA THE SINGER

(The Social Lounge, WH)

SIXX L SIXX

(Swan Brewing, LKD)

EKTOR KEYS

(Yard on Mass, WH)

AGGIE ROAD

(Six String Stage/Margaritaville, ADL)

CHASE DIXON

(Wheelhouse Bar 19th Hole, DVPT)

SKIP FRYE

(Duke’s Brewhouse, LKD)

LIL BABY wsgs

GLORILLA, RYLO

RODRIGUEZ, GLOSS UP AND HUNXHO

(Amalie Arena, TMP)

3 DOORS DOWN wsg CANDLEBOX

(MidFlorida CU Amphi, TMP)

SATURDAY, SEPT 16

JIM N JUDY DUO 11a, SPANKIN’ SADIE 12P, POWERHOUSE 2.0 3p, MAGIC TOAST 7p

(Tanners Lakeside, WH)

KEYSOUNDSOUL

(Cypresswood Pub, WH)

BITTERSWEET BAND

(Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC)

ANDY SHREEVE 2p/ ICONIC OPERA 7p

(Swan Brewing, LKD)

DUNLAP & MABE

(Ritz Theatre, WH)

THE SOFA KINGS (Yard on Mass, WH)

CREED FISHER (Wild Greg’s Saloon, LKD)

THOMAS RHETT wsg

COLE SWINDELL AND NATE SMITH

(Amway Center, ORL)

SUNDAY, SEPT 17

JIM N JUDY DUO (Tanners Lakeside, WH)

JOHN FRINZI (Swan Brewing, LKD)

AVENGED SEVENFOLD wsg FALLING IN REVERSE AND KIM DRACULA (MidFlorida CU Amphi, TMP)

MONDAY, SEPT 18

WE THREE STRINGS (Council Oak Lounge, TMP)

TUESDAY, SEPT 19

MICKENZIE PEISHER (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

WEDNESDAY, SEPT 20

SKIP FRYE & DUKE BURR (Eaglebrooke, LKD)

THURSDAY, SEPT 21

JADE & DUKE (The Social Lounge, WH)

ALEJANDRO SANZ (Amway Center, ORL)

COMPLETELY UNCHAINED; VAN HALEN TRIB (Hard Rock Cafe, TMP)

FRIDAY, SEPT 22

THE WANTED (Apple Lounge, WH)

LAURA THE SINGER (The Social Lounge, WH)

SHAWN RAHN (Yard on Mass, WH)

CHASE DIXON (Wheelhouse Bar, DVPT)

DAVID BRIMER (Dade City Brew House, D CTY)

SKIP FRYE (Big Cypress Grill, LKD)

SZA (Amalie Arena, TMP)

TRIPPIE REDD wsgs

LUCKI, JEAN DAWSON, D SAVAGE, EKKSTACY (MidFlorida CU Amphi, TMP)

SATURDAY, SEPT 23

FOLEY & BAND

(Tanners Lakeside, WH)

TONY MOTOWN KNIGHT (Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC)

CHRISTOPHER SATTERFIELD

BAND

(Yard on Mass, WH)

IDENITY CRISIS

(LA’s Midway Saloon, LA)

STEEL DRUMS 1p/

DANIEL SPROUSE BAND 7p

(Six String Stage/Margaritaville, ADL)

BLUE DUET ACOUSTIC 12p/ ANDY SHREEVE 5p (Chill Bar/Margaritaville, ADL)

LOVE PIT wsg CATCHER IN THE RYE, THE CUNNINGHAM WAKE, BALLISTIC MAFIA (RP Funding Center, LKD)

RBD (Amway Center, ORL)

SUNDAY, SEPT 24

FREE WHISKEY (Tanners Lakeside, WH)

B. HAVEN BAND (Twisted Prop, WH)

THESE TIMES, BULLY FOR YOU, VICTIMS OF CIRCUMSTANCE, FLAGMAN, BARGAIN

BIN HEROS, SWEARWOLF (Swan Brewing, LKD)

NE-YO wsgs ROBIN THICKE AND MARIO (MidFlorida CU Amphi, TMP)

WU-TANG CLAN & NAS (Hard Rock Pool Party, TMP)

MONDAY, SEPT 25

LANA DEL REY wsg NIKKI LANE (MidFlorida CU Amphi, TMP)

TUESDAY, SEPT 26

ADRIENNE RICHARDS (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

THURSDAY, SEPT 28

JADE & DUKE (Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC)

FRIDAY, SEPT 29

SIMON & GARFUNKEL TRIBUTE (Ritz Theatre, WH)

JADE & DUKE (The Ranch Taproom, LW)

POWERHOUSE 2.0 (Apple Lounge, WH)

LAURA THE SINGER (The Social Lounge, WH)

GARY LOVE ACOUSTIC DUO (Yard on Mass, WH)

NEAL & PREY (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA)

RED HOT ROOSTER 7p (Six String Stage/Margaritaville, ADL)

ADRIENNE RICHARDS (Wheelhouse Bar, DVPT)

APRIL RED (Wheelhouse Bar 19th Hole, DVPT)

SHINEDOWN wsgs PAPA

ROACH AND SPIRITBOX

(MidFlorida CU Amphi, TMP)

SATURDAY, SEPT 30

CHASIN JASON

(Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC)

KEYSOUNDSOUL

(Swan Brewing, LKD)

JORDAN FOLEY AND TYLER HOOD

(Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

B. HAVEN BAND

(Ft Meade Chamber, FT MDE)

JIM N JUDY DUO

(Yard on Mass, WH)

POWERHOUSE 2.0

(LA’s Midway Saloon, LA)

VINTAGE VI 7p

(Six String Stage/Margaritaville, ADL)

JIM N JUDY DUO 12p/

JOE VAN 5p

(Chill Bar/Margaritaville, ADL)

CARÍN LEÓN (Amway Center, ORL)

ERIC CHURCH

wsg WHISKEY MYERS (MidFlorida CU Amphi, TMP)

SUNDAY, OCT 1

THE HARRIS/BARONE QUARTET (Symphony Guild/Derry Down, WH)

ARCÁNGEL (Amway Center, ORL)

WEDNESDAY, OCT 4

ELEVATION WORSHIP AND STEVE FURTICK (Amalie Arena, TMP)

THURSDAY, OCT 5

LUKE BRYAN wsg

CHAYCE BECKHAM, ASHLEY COOKE, JON

LANGSTON & DJ ROCK (Amway Center, ORL)

FRIDAY, OCT 6

RUNA (Bok Tower Gardens, LW)

CELTIC CONUNDRUM (Swan Brewing, LKD)

B. HAVEN BAND (Meals on Wheels/Nora Mayo, WH)

LAURA THE SINGER (The Social Lounge, WH)

CHRISTIAN NODAL (Amalie Arena, TMP)

SATURDAY, OCT 7

B. HAVEN BAND (Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC)

BLOODY JUG BAND (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA)

KIRK FRANKLIN (Amalie Arena, TMP)

OUTLAW MUSIC FEST: WILLIE NELSON, THE AVETT BROTHERS, GOV’T MULE, ELIZABETH COOK, PARTOCLE KID (MidFlorida CU Amphi, TMP)

SUNDAY, OCT 8

TMIKE & DUKE (Grove Roots Brew Co, WH)

TUESDAY, OCT 10

ADRIENNE RICHARDS (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

DEPECHE MODE

wsg DIIV (Amway Center, ORL)

NOAH KAHAN

wsg SAMIA (MidFlorida CU Amphi, TMP)

WEDNESDAY, OCT 11

AEROSMITH wsg

THE BLACK CROWES (Amalie Arena, TMP)

THURSDAY, OCT 12

KENNY ROGERS TRIB (Balmoral Event Center, HC)

JADE & DUKE

(The Social Lounge, WH)

JONAS BROTHERS (Amalie Arena, TMP)

FRIDAY, OCT 13

LAURA THE SINGER (The Social Lounge, WH)

EKTOR KEYS (Cypresswood Pub, WH)

KYLE SMITH

(LA’s Midway Saloon, LA)

THE CUNNINGHAM WAKE

(Leo’s Live, LKD)

TONE SMASHERS wsg

THE FILTHY GROOVES AND RIFF BANDITS

(Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

JONAS BROTHERS

wsg LAWERENCE

(Amway Center, ORL)

JOHN MAYER wsg

JP SAXE

(Amalie Arena, TMP)

SATURDAY, OCT 14

KEYSOUNDSOUL

(Bok Tower Gardens, LW) COUNTRY WESTERN (Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC)

SMOKIN’ THE BOSTON; BOSTON, RENEGRADE, STYX TRIB. (Ritz Theatre, WH)

JELLY ROLL

wsgs CHASE RICE, STRUGGLE JENNINGS, JOSH ADAM MEYERS (MidFlorida CU Amphi, TMP)

SUNDAY, OCT 15

LUIS MIGUEL (Amalie Arena, TMP)

MONDAY, OCT 16

JONAS BROTHERS wsg LAWERENCE (Amway Center, ORL)

TUESDAY, OCT 17

FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS TRIBUTE (RP Funding Center, LKD) BILL COCKRELL; JIMMY BUFFETT TRIB (Theatre Winter Haven, WH)

WEDNESDAY, OCT 18

THE 1975 (Amalie Arena, TMP)

THURSDAY, OCT 19

CLASSIC ALBUMS LIVE: THE POLICE (RP Funding Center, LKD)

FRIDAY, OCT 20

LAURA THE SINGER (The Social Lounge, WH) TYRESE, MONK, TANK wsgs GINUWINE, 112, SILK, TWEET (Amalie Arena, TMP)

SATURDAY, OCT 21

CAT RIDGEWAY & THE TOURISTS (Celebration’s Oktoberfest, CEL)

SUNDAY, OCT 22

ANDY SHREEVE (Swan Brewing, LKD)

TUESDAY, OCT 24

ADRIENNE RICHARDS (Jessie’s Lounge, WH)

WEDNESDAY, OCT 25

PLAYBOI CARTI (Amalie Arena, TMP)

THURSDAY, OCT 26

PAYBOI CARTI (Amway Center, ORL)

FRIDAY, OCT 27

FRANKIE VALLI TRIB (Balmoral Event Center, HC)

LAURA THE SINGER (The Social Lounge, WH)

A BEE GEES TRIB (Ritz Theatre, WH)

SATURDAY, OCT 28

KEYSOUNDSOUL (Yard On Mass, LKD)

ANDY SHREEVE (Camp Margaritaville, ADL)

BILLY DICKERSON (Crave & Copper, ADL)

SMOKEPOINT (Swan Brewing, LKD)

MANÁ (Amway Center, ORL)

MALUMA (Amalie Arena, TMP)

JASON ALDEAN wsgs

MITCHELL TENPENNY, COREY KENT, DEE JAY SILVER (MidFlorida CU Amphi, TMP)

SUNDAY, OCT 29

SANDY BACK PORCH (Pioneer Days Festival, LW)

CARLOS VIVES (Amway Center, ORL)

JOHN LEGEND (Hard Rock Event Cntr, TMP)

THURSDAY, NOV 2

THE MAXX (WHH Foundation Gala, WH)

CIRCUS MUTT (Swan Brewing, LKD)

FRAMING THE RED (LA’s Midway Saloon, LA)

FRIDAY, NOV 3

DERVISH (Bok Tower Gardens, LW)

THOMAS WYNN & OLIVIA WYNN

(Jensen’s Corner Bar, WH)

MALUMA (Amway Center, ORL)

ZAC BROWN BAND wsgs KING CALAWAY, YESTERDAY’S WINE (MidFlorida CU Amphi, TMP)

SATURDAY, NOV 4

LATIN ROCK FESTIVAL (Balmoral Bar & Grill, HC)

PINK FLOYD TRIB (Balmoral Event Center, HC)

FRAMING THE RED (Roscoe’s Chili Cook-off, LKD)

ZAC BROWN BAND wsgs KING CALAWAY, YESTERDAY’S WINE (MidFlorida CU Amphi, TMP)

Jim N Judy Duo

POLK COUNTY’S RESTAURANT SPOTLIGHT

AUBURNDALE

TANTRUMS LAKESIDE GRILL

This is a one of a kind, waterfront, casual dining experience where you can enjoy well-prepared food, water sports in action and a beautiful sunset on our multi-level covered deck overlooking Lake Myrtle in Auburndale. Delicious Seafood and more . . . featuring Oyster and Shrimp Po'Boys. We also have a large selection of Handdipped Ice cream, beer, wine and specialty beverages. Hours - Open Everyday at 11:00 am

Must try: Gator Bites, Oyster Nachos, and Shrimp & Grit Cakes 330 Denton Avenue, Auburndale 863-8753974

HAINES CITY

BALMORAL BAR & GRILL AT BALMORAL RESORT

Offering a casual dining environment complete with poolside outdoor seating, the Balmoral Bar & Grill serves up poolside lunches, afternoon drinks and evening meals. Popular among resort guests and locals alike, our poolside bar in Haines City offers a full bar with TVs and features a menu of shareable appetizers, fresh salads, delicious sandwiches, and more. Live music also offered on the patio most Saturday nights. Check our Facebook for schedule. Bar & Grill is open to the public and is located within Balmoral Resort Florida in Haines City, minutes from Winter Haven and Davenport.

Must Try: Flatbreads and Club Sandwich. 124 Kenny Blvd, Haines City (off Hwy 27) (863) 588-3097 • BalmoralBarandGrill. com

LAKELAND

BEEF ‘O’ BRADY’S NORTH LAKELAND

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

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

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 atmo-

sphere. Lunch and dinner menu with daily specials. Mon. 4pm to 9pm. Tues.Saturday 11:30am to 9pm. Closed Sun.

Must Try: Shrimp or Fresh Grouper 802 Henry St., Lake Wales (863) 6766361

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 MondaysFridays until 3pm. Award winning jumbo wings with famous sauces and dry rubs. Fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, burgers, tacos and dinner entrees available.

Weekday Values: Mon. Burgers, Tues. Tacos, Wed. Wings, Thurs. Fajitas, Fri. Surf & Turf. See ya at Beefs!

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

1. Name the group that released the 1966 version of “Cherish.”

2. Who wrote and released “Just When I Needed You Most”?

3. What prompted Neil Diamond to write “Sweet Caroline”?

4. Who released “Heaven Must Be Missing an Angel”?

5. Name the song that contains this lyric: “Our guardian star lost all its glow the day that I lost you. It lost all its glitter the day you said no.”

ANSWERS

1. The Association. The song went to No. 1 and ended the year as the No. 7 song per Billboard -- until the rankings were revised and the song ended up as No. 2.

2. Randy VanWarmer, in 1979.

• When I need to dust the ceiling, I don’t have a fancy contraption; I just use my broom. If you have popcorn ceilings, you can rubber band a feather duster to the end of your broom. Look around your house, and maybe you’ll find a sneaky cleaning purpose for everyday items.

• Dirty candles can be cleaned up quickly with a leg of panty hose. Slip the candle in the hose, rub the outside of the candle and release.

• “Rub banana on CDs with scratches. Wipe the excess off with a soft towel and make sure all of

VanWarmer’s recording company didn’t especially like the song, but it topped the adult contemporary chart.

3. Diamond wrote the song after seeing a photo of President Kennedy’s daughter Caroline.

4. Tavares. The song was too long and had to be split between a- and b-sides of the records.

5. “Mr. Blue,” by the Fleetwoods, in 1959. The song isn’t to be confused with the Catherine Feeny “Mr. Blue” that ended the season six finale of “BoJack Horseman,” the animated adult comedy TV series. Although the Fleetwoods’ song might have been the better choice.

the banana is gone before you put it in your player. It usually does the trick for me.” -- E. in Maine

• You can use a coffee filter to clean the screen of your television. It’s not scratchy and non-static. Be sure not to press down hard into today’s screens. And use only approved cleaners for your flatscreen and plasma television sets.

• “I purchased a medium-size colander with a handle at the dollar store. I have it hanging on a hook in the kids’ bathtub. It’s much easier for them to scoop toys out of the water, and more fun too, I think.” -- A.C. in Nebraska

• Need to clean your iron? Scrub the face with salt. Then heat it and run the iron over the salt. I pour the salt on foil for even more heat effect.

SAGE

Sage is a black and white domestic shorthair mix. He is a sweet, chunky boy who is curious and loves to play. He is a bonded pair with his sister Tria. Sage has been around people above the age of 3 and does best with women. He can be shy at first but once he warms up and feels comfortable he is described as an energetic lap cat who enjoys playing with toys and exploring the home.

DAPHNE

Daphne is a brown female Domestic Shorthair mix. She is approximately 1 year old and has been spayed. We don't know too much about Daphne as she was recently brought to us by Orchid Springs Animal Hospital. Daphne is fully litter box trained and has not had any issues while with us. This little cutie loves to be outside on our screened in catio!

ROCCO

Meet Rocco! He is around 1 1/2 years old already neutered and up to date on shots. Rocco is a super happy baby that has positive experiences with other dogs, he loves to play with toys of all kind, Rocco especially loves playing fetch with balls and toys also.

SAMPSON

Sampson is a brown male Labrador Retriever and Terrier mix. He is approximately 6 years old. Sampson is a sweet boy who gets along with people of all ages. He does good with cats and can be very playful with other dogs. He might be older but that doesn't stop Sampson from still living an energetic life. He enjoys going on walks, running, and playing with his toys.

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. Patricia Mattson came to Lakeland from Albnany, Georgia, her hometown. She grew up with a strong family background surrounded by hunting dogs and owned her own horse since the age of 10. She originally attended veterinary school with the goal of becoming an equine practitioner but opted for our small animal friends instead. She graduated from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1993. After working for one year in Georgia, Dr. Mattson decided to return to sunny Florida where she worked for various clinics over the past eighteen years. She opened Companion Animal Hospital in 2009 where she strives to have a great facility with a caring and friendly staff.

Dr. Mattson

Supporting the Winter Haven Women’s Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Winter Haven Hospital Patients

A Golf an d Tenn is Event at Country Club of Wi nter Haven

All proceeds from the 2023 events will go to support the Winter Haven Women’s Hospital and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

THANK YOU SPONSORS AN D TEAMS

Presented by: Legacy Sponsor:

Fore the Love Sponsors: Mike & Janine Mahalak | JM&A Group

Online Auction & Raffle Drawing

Thursday, October 12 - Saturday, October 21

Golf & Women’s Tennis Tournament

Saturday, October 21 | 9:00 am

Country Club of Winter Haven

4200 Country Club Road South, Winter Haven

For More Information: WHH Foundation (863) 297-1781

whhfoundation@baycare.org

For more information about future events, visit or www.fore thelove.org or call 863-297-1781