Winter Haven Magazine 2019

Winter Haven

Magazine 2019

Authenticity Reimagined

Compassionate care, Inspired medicine FAMILY MEDICINE Ronald A. Ford, M.D. Richard K. LaCalamito, D.O. David Lipschitz, D.O. Mary R. De Sena, M.D. Garrison F. Christian, M.D. Tristan M. Harrison, M.D. Willie K. Jones, M.D. INTERNAL MEDICINE Alan G. Gasner, M.D. Elizabeth H. Griffin, M.D. Kyle M. Pochcial, M.D. Michael L. Keown, M.D. ALLERGY & IMMUNOLOGY ADULT & PEDIATRIC Maria J. Pochcial, M.D.

COLON & RECTAL SURGERY Richard J. Honer, M.D. DERMATOLOGY Roya Ghorsriz, D.O. GASTROENTEROLOGY Mark W. Shabla, M.D. GENERAL & BILIARY SURGERY Vriti Advani, M.D. GENERAL, BREAST & VASCULAR SURGERY W. P. Aronski, M.D.

CARDIOLOGY Randall B. Kramer, M.D.

GENERAL & VASCULAR SURGERY David K. Speyerer, M.D.

CARDIOLOGYINTERVENTIONAL Rakesh Choubey, M.D.

GYNECOLOGY Jean-Paul Muller, M.D. J. Anthony Mancini, M.D.

ENDOCRINOLOGY Zahily Fals, M.D.

PLASTIC & RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY Richard F. Radocha, M.D.

HOSPITALIST Aleixo M. Viegas, M.D. NEPHROLOGY Haldane W. Porteous, M.D., MSC, SCH, FACP OBSTETRICS GYNECOLOGY Lisa M. Jardine, M.D. Zaira J. Moreno, M.D. Maria Martino, M.D. OPHTHALMOLOGY OPHTHALMIC PLASTIC & RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY John J. McGetrick, M.D. Lorraine S. Simonds, M.D. ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY William A. Cooper, D.O.

PODIATRY Jorge L. Dopico, D.P.M. James E. Koon, D.P.M. PULMONOLOGY & CRITICAL CARE Jose I. Martinez-Salas, M.D. RHEUMATOLOGY Maurice F. McCarthy, Jr., M.D. Ada Lopez-Mendez, M.D. PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT Laura Ann Woznicki, P.A.-C NURSE PRACTITIONERS Michele L. Murphy, APRN-C Crystal E. Ingle, APRN-C Nichole Murphy, APRN-C Julie Earp, APRN-C Ashley Penaloza, APRN-C Tiffney Martin, APRN-C Roxanna Ford, APRN-C Carey E. Coco, APRN-C

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ABOUT WINTER HAVEN HISTORY HOME TO LEGOLAND FLORIDA THINGS TO DO ACCOMMODATIONS DOWNTOWN IS OUR STAGE SHOPPING DINING EVENTS LAKESIDE LIFESTYLE OUTDOORS LIVING & WORSHIP RETIRE & PETS REALTORS BUSINESS COMMUNITY EDUCATION CITY HALL HEALTHCARE MEDICAL CONTACTS IMPORTANT CONTACTS

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Winter Haven Magazine is published by the Greater Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce. Established as the board of trade in 1910, we have served the Winter Haven area for over 100 years.

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Historically, Winter Haven was just what the name implies – a haven for those seeking an alternative to the harsh winters of the northeast. While we still welcome numerous winter visitors each year, Winter Haven has evolved into so much more – a true renaissance city. With an affordable lifestyle, robust business and entrepreneurial economy, authentic Florida roots and a beautifully unique natural environment, Winter Haven is the destination to live, work, eat, stay and play. There are five pillars that help define the foundation and future of the Winter Haven community – our identity as a premier family friendly destination and home to LEGOLAND® Florida Resort, our revitalized historic downtown business core, our lakeside lifestyle, our collaborative business community and, most importantly, our people. While many Florida cities have obscured their identity with the artificial, only Winter Haven is thoughtfully, enthusiastically and proudly leveraging its authentic roots to build a compellingly unique destination for visitors and residents. It’s our ‘small town’ authenticity, reimagined for the future.

IT’S ALL ABOUT LOCATION

With a population within the City limits of almost 43,000, the Winter Haven – Lakeland MSA has been named 14th on the list of the Fastest Growing Cities by Forbes with a growth rate of 4.1% from 2017 to 2018. We are located at the center of Florida’s super region, an area that spans from Tampa to Daytona that generates $300 billion per year in the economic activity, making it the 9th largest economy in the United States. Winter Haven is directly between two major metropolitan areas – Tampa and Orlando – and offers a short drive to either city’s amenities. However, in Winter Haven you can enjoy lower cost of living, less traffic and a more cohesive community. We’re not a bedroom community by any means, as we have economic opportunity built on small businesses, entrepreneurs and large industry.

Florida is known as the Sunshine State and Winter Haven is no exception. For the vast majority of the year we experience mild climate, blue skies, sunshine and light breezes. We are in Florida though, so the occasional shower can occur, especially in the hotter summer afternoons. A little shower provides the perfect time experience our indoor attractions and cultural venues.

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Winter Havenites are incredibly proud of their rich agricultural and entrepreneurial history. Early residents dubbed the city the “City of 100 Lakes”.

Realistically, we don’t have 100 lakes, but without the ease of drone technology, how could they have known?!? The first settlers arrived in Winter Haven in the 1860’s. By 1885, the village was named by P.D. Eycleshimer. While many families lived in the vicinity, such as the Eycleshimers, Sykes, Jacksons and Inmans, the first official residents of the village after it was platted were F.A.K. Harris and his wife Adele, who built the first commercial and residential structure downtown in 1885.

Our famous chain of canal-connected lakes was started in 1915 and completed in the early 1920’s as a way to transport citrus crops. Along with the Chain of Lakes, the 1920’s boom brought rapid growth throughout Florida, and eventually, serious economic turmoil. Winter Haven was not exempt. Citrus and other agricultural crops were the early economic mainstays. In 1930, a 22-year-old George Jenkins opened the first Publix Food Store on 4th St NW and then his “dream store” for Publix Super Markets on Central Avenue in 1940. You can visit these sites to see the historic markers. Unfortunately, Publix subs are not available at the markers.

In 1936, a gregarious promoter named Dick Pope opened Cypress Gardens on Lake Eloise. Pope brought intense publicity to Florida, Winter Haven and his beloved park. The Pope family sold Cypress Gardens in 1985. For 73 years it entertained more than 50 million people. In October 2011, Merlin Entertainments Group opened LEGOLAND® Florida on the historic site, and the Cypress Gardens botanical gardens are leased to, and beautifully maintained by them.

Winter Haven’s history is being preserved at the Museum of Winter Haven history located on Lake Howard and Pope Avenue in the historic Woman’s Club. Visit winterhavenchamber. com for more information.

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[ATTRACTIONS] Bok Tower Gardens 863-676-1408 boktowergardens.org Circle B Bar Reserve/Polk Nature Discovery Center 863-668-4673 polknature.com/discovery

Cypress Gardens Water Ski Team 3rd Saturday of each month Martin Luther King Jr. Park 199 Lake Silver Drive cypressgardenswaterskiteam.com LEGOLAND® Florida Resort 877-350-LEGO legoland.com Walt Disney World Resort 407-939-2273 disneyworld.com Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo 863-692-1321 wgriverranch.com Universal Orlando Resort™ 407-363-8000 universalorlando.com

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Winter Haven has always been a part of Florida’s theme park family, but these days things are even AWESOMER. That’s right, everything is awesome at the theme park built-for-kids, LEGOLAND® Florida Resort.

When families arrive in the park, they are in for an interactive themed experience like nowhere else! With over 50 rides, a water park, interactive attractions, restaurants and shops, all inspired by popular LEGO® brands and characters, LEGOLAND® is tailormade for families with children age 2-12.

You can explore LEGO® replicas of famous skylines and historical landmarks in Miniland USA, watch LEGO® men ski on Lake Eloise, dive into the full feature Water Park, open from spring through early fall, or take a wild ride on one of the many “pink knuckle” rides in the park. Become a ninja in LEGO® NINJAGO® World as you battle against the enemy and sharpen your ninja skills on the virtual ride NINJAGO®.

One of the greatest benefits to being home to the 2nd largest entertainment company in the world is that they are constantly investing in the park to feature the latest LEGO® characters and ride technology. In 2018, LEGOLAND® opened The Great LEGO® Race. This roller coaster is a combination of virtual reality technology and LEGO® figures which has never seen before on any attraction in their parks. Once guests get on the ride, they will be given VR headsets where they will enter into a virtual LEGO® World to race against a wizard, surfer, pharaoh and pirate in their LEGO® vehicles. The VR headsets are optional, but they enhance this coaster experience by giving kids a 360-degree view of all of the LEGO® action on this ride.

In spring 2019, LEGOLAND® is adding the new LEGO® Movie World which will include three new rides including the Unikitty’s Disco Drop, the Battle of Bricksburg and the Master of Flight. This attraction features the beloved characters from The LEGO® Movie and The LEGO® Movie 2, and asks guests to hop aboard Emmet’s Triple Decker Flying Couch and experience an action-packed adventure on a suspended ride with a full-dome virtual screen, giving the sensational feeling of flying through Bricksburg. The one-of-a-kind experience is the first attraction at a major theme park in the United States that embeds a 180-degree turn in the ride experience.

LEGOLAND® continues to feature your kid’s favorite LEGO® brands including DUPLO®, LEGO® Kingdoms, LEGO® City, LEGO® Technic, Pirate’s Cove, and LEGO® Friends.

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For a more relaxing pace, LEGOLAND® also offers guests a beautiful glance into the park’s history as Florida’s first theme park when guests meander through the Cypress Gardens’ Botanical Gardens. In 2018, LEGOLAND® also announced its partnership with Winter Haven’s own craft brewery, Grove Roots Brewing Company, offering craft beer in certain parts of the park.

With two accommodation options and the third on the way, families can choose whether they want to stay in a 152-room hotel on the shores of Lake Eloise directly adjacent to the park or in a bungalow-style villa on the shores of Lake Dexter, directly across the street from the resort entrance. The LEGOLAND® Hotel sits next to the park gates and gives its guests convenient access to the park while providing the amenities of a “built-for-kids” hotel. Each room features a LEGO® brand theme and a separate sleeping area for adults and kids.

LEGOLAND® Florida Beach Retreat, located across the street from the entrance of the park, is a beach-inspired getaway that offers guest a new way to do a family vacation. On the property, guests will find their bungalow with its own cove and playground. Parents can relax on the patio of their bungalow while watching their children play. The Beach Retreat also offers a poolside service cafeteria and beautiful lakeside views.

Coming in 2020 will be a five-story, 150-room hotel that will connect to the existing LEGOLAND® Hotel at the park entrance. Suffice it to say, LEGOLAND® Florida Resort is a perfect place to make your hub for your Central Florida vacation!

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Soaring 205 feet above the hillside, Bok Tower is the exquisite centerpiece that makes Bok Tower Gardens a majestic and soul-nourishing paradise. The marble and coquina rock tower is home to a 60-bell carillon and surrounded by more than 700 acres of groves, flowers, meadows, endangered plants and protected lands. Opening in 1929 as a gift to the American people from the Dutch immigrant Edward Bok, the tower still rings out every half hour and at 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., when a carillonneur plays a concert of various musical selections. Bok Tower Gardens also includes a children’s garden and play area, an outdoor kitchen and edible garden and paved paths for easier access to all visitors. They host hundreds of special events throughout the year including their most popular, Sunset and Symphony, Boktoberfest and Christmas at Pinewood.

PROFESSIONAL & AMATEUR SPORTS

In December 2016, the Orlando Magic and the NBA G League announced that the Magic had purchased the Erie Bayhawks with plans to relocate the team to Florida. Having the team so close to its parent club helps the Magic develop players and evaluate talent. The Lakeland Magic play at the RP Funding Center in nearby Lakeland and will soon call Winter Haven home as well. The Magic have plans to practice in the new state-of-theart fieldhouse in Winter Haven, slated to open November 2019.

The fieldhouse will include 6 basketball courts, meeting rooms, offices, a fitness room and upgrades to the existing Theatre Winter Haven. With the same level of professionalism and entertainment as a traditional NBA game the Lakeland Magic provide guests with a unique family-friendly experience.

Polk County is also home to a professional soccer team, The Florida Tropics, indoor football team and an abundance of other sports. Winter Haven has a very strong youth soccer association, baseball league, football league and swimming league, as well as many other sports that your family may enjoy.

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People don’t just flock to Winter Haven to dive into the lakes, they also come to fly high above them.

Winter Haven is the capital for seaplane training, driven primarily through Jack Brown’s Seaplane Base at the Winter Haven Regional Airport.

Since its start in 1963, Jack Brown’s have trained over 25,000 pilots from all over the world.

After his passing in 1975, his sons, Jon and Chuck, continue his legacy through this Winter Haven business. Because of the abundance of lakes and beautiful views, Winter Haven is a sought-after location for seaplane and biplane training. The airport is also centrally located, making it a convenient place for pilots to land.

Beyond the hustle and bustle of the theme parks, Winter Haven’s natural beauty and appeal can’t be understated. Protected trails and parks are located in every direction, allowing for opportunities to learn, explore, have a picnic or even camp! Visit Circle B Bar Reserve for the chance to see bald eagles, hundreds of gators, turtles, birds, rabbits and much more! Circle B is also home to the Nature Discovery Center where families can learn about the animal and plant species that are indigenous to our part of Florida. Westgate River Ranch and Rodeo offers camping sites, teepee camping, glamping in air-conditioned tents and regular hotel rooms. There are numerous hiking trails, horseback riding trails, airboat rides and a Saturday night rodeo for families to enjoy!

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Central Florida is also home to the world’s largest aviation conference, Sun ‘n Fun. At this conference, the community is invited to learn more about aviation, see planes up close and watch several air shows.

With flawless flying weather, 55 accessible lakes and a regional airport, Winter Haven has all of the vital amenities for pilots to travel to Winter Haven from all over the world.

Winter Haven has long been known as the Water Ski Capital of the World. From the original water skiers at Cypress Gardens theme park to the numerous wakeboarding, flyboarding, wake surfing instructors in the area, the water sports legacy continues in our community. While you are in town, rent a boat at Marine Supply or take a guided tour of the Chain of Lakes with Living Water Cruises.

For those looking to burn a few calories while exploring, check out Paddleboard Winter Haven for an upclose look at the lakes. We also have a branch of the Freedom Boat Club, if you are a member. No boat? No problem, in 2019, Polk County’s first water sport cable park will open in our neighboring city of Auburndale. While you are there, you can also visit the Polk County Sports Hall of Fame.

Learn more about Florida’s sports legacy at the Central Florida Visitor’s Center’s Florida Sports Hall of Fame. They also offer Florida themed gifts and discounted tickets to many of Central Florida’s incredible attractions.

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THINGS TO DO ADVENTURE

Action Paintball 863-299-4042 action-paintball.us

Painting with a Twist Winter Haven 863-875-5190

paintingwithatwist.com/winter-haven

Westgate River Ranch Resort 863-692-1321 wgriverranch.com

ART/HISTORY Polk Museum of Art 863-688-7743 polkmuseumofart.org

Ridge Art Association, Inc. 863-291-5661 ridgeart.org Sidestreet Studio/ Sidestreet Art Beat 863-224-8557 sidestreetartbeat.com

AVIATION

Jack Brown’s Seaplane Base 863-956-2243 brownsseaplane.com

BOAT RENTALS/ TOURS

Cypress Inlet Vacation Rentals/Freedom Boat Club 623-910-4821

easychoicepropertymanagement.com /locations/cypress-inlet

Marine Supply of Winter Haven 863-293-1156 marinesupplyboats.com The Living Water Cruises 877-257-1529 TheLivingWaterCruises.com

BOWLING

Cypress Lanes 863-294-3295 cypresslanes.com

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Circle B Bar Reserve/Polk Nature Discovery Center 863-668-4673 polknature.com/discovery

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Bok Tower Gardens 863-676-1408 boktowergardens.org

Cypress Gardens Water Ski Team 727-692-6851 cypressgardenswaterskiteam.com LEGOLAND® Florida Resort 877-350-5346 legoland.com/florida/ Walt Disney World 407-939-2273 disneyworld.disney.go.com

Creative Cottage 863-875-3538 creativecottage.net

Country Club of Winter Haven 863-324-6666 ccofwinterhaven.com

GOLF - PUBLIC Cypresswood Golf & Country Club 863-324-6174 cypresswoodcc.com

Willowbrook Golf Course 863-291-5899 golfwillowbrooknow.com

Water Ski Hall of Fame 863-324-2472 waterskihalloffame.com

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PROFESSIONAL SPORTS Florida Tropics 863-240-0101 fltropics.com

Lakeland Magic 863-825-3258 lakelandmagic.com

THEATRE

The Ritz Theatre 863-258-0179 ritzoncentral.com Theatre Winter Haven 863-294-7469 theatrewinterhaven.com

WATER SPORTS

Paddleboard Winter Haven-Let’s Paddle Out 863-845-5307, paddleboardwinterhaven.com

ACCOMMODATIONS APARTMENTS/ CONDOS

Briarcrest at Winter Haven 863-293-3350 robbinspropertyllc.com Carlton Arms of Winter Haven 863-875-1700 carltonarmsofwinterhaven.com Dominium 863-324-1072 dellavitaapartments.com Madison Lake Ned 863-318-9670 madisonlakened.com Westside Lakeshore, LLC 863-875-3137 lakeshoreclubwh.com

CAMPGROUND/ RV PARK

Hampton Inn 863-299-9251 hamptoninn3.hilton.com/en/ hotels/florida/hampton-innwinter-haven-WHVFLHX

Cypress Campground & RV Park 863-324-7400 cypresscampground.com

Holiday Inn of Winter Haven 863-292-2100 holidayinn.com/winterhavenfl

Outpost RV Resort 863-289-0104 theoutpostresort.com

HOTEL

Best Western Plus Auburndale Inn & Suites 863-551-3400 bestwestern.com Courtyard by Marriott Winter Haven 412-855-9474 marriott.com/mcocw

Lake Roy Beach Inn & Suites 863-324-6320 lakeroybeachinn.com LEGOLAND® Beach Retreat 877-350-5346 legoland.com/florida/ LEGOLAND® Florida Resort 877-350-5346 legoland.com/florida/ Quality Inn & Suites / Econolodge Winter Haven 863 324-5950 choicehotels.com/florida/winterhaven/econo-lodge-hotels/fle75 Streamsong Resort 863-428-1000 streamsongresort.com Westgate River Ranch Resort 863-692-1321 wgriverranch.com

VACATION RENTALS Cypress Inlet Vacation Rentals/Freedom Boat Club 623-910-4821 easychoiceproperty management.com/locations/ cypress-inlet

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Downtown is our Stage

FOR LOCAL FAVORITES

One of the best ways to visit a community is to hang out where the locals do. Downtown is the heart of the Winter Haven community. It is our stage for delicious food, amazing music, innovative businesses, unique shopping, recreation, local favorites and cultural arts. Some residents joke that it is our very own “Epcot World Showcase” in terms of dining options which include Italian cuisine, Louisiana inspired menus, southern BBQ, locally owned coffee shops, Thai food, sushi, Japanese inspired menus, American favorites, Mexican, bakeries, healthy smoothies and so much more. Aptly described as Winter Haven’s backyard party, Grove Roots Brewing Co. is Winter Haven’s first and only craft brewery.

Grove Roots’ theme pays homage to our citrus industry past, but with a modern twist. Whether you are a craft beer aficionado or someone that just likes live music, delectable food trucks, trivia nights, craft business markets, and a safe space for family members of all ages to enjoy, Grove Roots is a great stop on your visit to our community or your regular Sunday Funday!

FOR ART

Downtown is our stage for rich art and cultural experiences. One of the highlights of a trip downtown is the modern murals peeking through the alleyways and sides of buildings. Some of these are from local artists and others were commissioned to internationally-recognized artists. They are definitely not your grandmother’s murals! Our downtown canvas is a favorite for family and engagement photo sessions. Visit winterhavenchamber.com to see a map of all of the great artwork in the downtown core, including sculptures that adorn our downtown green spaces. The City of Winter Haven’s cultural art advisory committee commissioned local artists to paint all of the electrical boxes in downtown Winter Haven in 2017. Ridge Art Association, Sidestreet Studio and Outer Space Art Gallery and Studio are also great spots for those who prefer indoor artistic experiences.

Our community theatre, Theatre Winter Haven, is Florida’s most award-winning community theatre and continues to enrich the lives of residents

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and visitors with its talented actors, experienced staff and exceptional productions.

Annually, they transport you to the streets of Broadway with musicals, plays and special performances. They also offer programming that includes a 55+ acting troupe, a children’s theatre academy, dance classes and a community choir. Polk State College also stages many excellent performances and musical productions, along with student-created visual arts that are showcased throughout the year. Our historic Ritz Theatre will be reopening in 2019 to new management, programming and a new era of family fun.

FOR EVENTS

Downtown is our literal stage for entertainment.

South Central Park, a brand-new addition to our downtown, has made our ‘stage’ significantly bigger!

South Central Park is the park located between 5th Street SW and 4th Street SW with a grassy area surrounded by beautiful brick pavers, swinging benches, nighttime lighting features and ample parking. An interactive information kiosk located in the park, assists guests enjoying our walkable downtown.

With this new park, our events, festivals, art shows, car shows, farmer’s markets and family events have been dramatically enhanced! Main Street Winter Haven presents many of our downtown events such as Oktoberfest, Art Walk, Craft Beer Crawl and Carols in the Park in December. Annually, the Chamber of Commerce presents CommunityFest and Taste of Winter Haven. CommunityFest is a FREE family festival with games, food and entertainment. Taste of Winter Haven is an evening event that gives guests an opportunity to taste local fare, craft beer and wine.

Winter Haven is truly a center for community events, thriving fine arts and diverse culture.

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Winter Haven’s musical history boasts hometown artists like Jim Stafford and Gram Parsons, and its present-day also includes young artists making their mark. From open mic nights to concerts, Gram Parson’s Derry Down gives everyone a chance to be a part of Winter Haven’s musical soul. Once a teen nightclub in the 1960’s, this restored venue is once again giving young musicians an opportunity to hone their craft. Many of our downtown restaurants and bars also host live music Thursday through Sunday and host special musical concerts and festivals. No matter where you choose to be exposed to music, arts and culture, Winter Haven has a multitude of venues to choose from.

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Walkability is a key component to a successful downtown walkability from your door to your business, your door to your dinner and your door to your entertainment is even better. Downtown developers are focusing on creating a live-work-play community.

In 2016, the first major residential developments in the downtown core for over 30 years opened, the RainGarden Apartments and Tupelo Vue Apartments.

In 2019, 20 more units will be added and over the next 5 years an additional 130 are currently planned.

In addition to new construction, developers are focusing on revitalizing the surrounding downtown neighborhoods, including the Downtown Lake Howard Oaks District and the Lake Martha Neighborhood.

Entrepreneurs are bolstering the liveability opening a 24-hour gym, yoga studio and coffee shops. The City of Winter Haven has made sizeable investments in to the downtown core including a rails-to-trails bike and running paths, a brand new Winter Haven Tennis Center and a renovated Senior Recreation Center. In 2019 - 2020 we will see the development of a downtown Skate Park, a transformation of Lake Silver’s Martin Luther King Jr. Park and the addition of a boardwalk dock on Lake Howard to include boat slips. Imagine leaving the LEGOLAND® Hotel on a water shuttle to downtown via the Chain of Lakes. It could be a reality in the near future.

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SHOPPING [ART & CULTURAL VENUES] Arts Ensemble 863-293-2700 artsensemblehealingarts.com Ballet Conservatory 863-299-1055 theballetconservatory.com Imperial Symphony Orchestra 863-688-3743 imperialsymphony.org Outer Space Gallery 863-293-2700 Find us on Facebook Polk State College 863-297-1000 polk.edu Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center 863-298-6883 polk.edu/lake-wales

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Village Sampler 863-875-5150 Find us on Facebook

ART

Aart of Framing 863-875-6914 Find us on Facebook Art & Framing On the Park 863-299-7586 Find us on Facebook Polk Museum of Art 863-688-7743 polkmuseumofart.org Ridge Art Association 863-291-5661 ridgeart.org Sidestreet Studio/ Sidestreet Art Beat 863-224-8557 sidestreetartbeat.com

Talk of the Town Nails & Co 863-294-4666 Find us on Facebook The Room 863-268-4360 Find us on Facebook

EVENTS & VENUES Party Rentals Unlimited 863-294-2802 partyrentals1.com Stockless Events, Inc. 321-830-9727 stocklessevents.com The Ritz Theatre 863-258-0179 Theatre Winter Haven 863-294-7469 theatrewinterhaven.com Venue 650 863-287-3814 venue650.com

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Brow and Beauty Bar by Carolyn 863-651-3492 Find us on Facebook

Publix Super Markets (3 Locations) 863-688-7407 publix.com

The Ritz Theatre 863-295-9900 ritzoncentral.com The Symphony Guild of Winter Haven 863-294-7213

Cutting Edge Hair Salon 863-299-6537 Find us on Facebook

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc #968 863-299-5527 wal-mart.com

Glam Bar Studio 863-332-4104 Find us on Facebook

WAWA Store #5126 863-294-7134 wawa.com

More info on all arts: Polk Arts Alliance 863-804-0494 polkartsalliance.org

Megan Gillis Esthetician Spa Haven 863-514-0667 megangillisskinandnails.com

HEALTH & SPORT

Polk Theatre 863-682-7553 polktheatre.org Theatre Winter Haven 863-294-7469 theatrewinterhaven.com

Ageless Allure Medispa 863-292-2317 agelessalluremedispa.com

Skinfinity Tattoo Company, Inc 863-401-8288 skinfinitytattoocompany.com Spa G & Boutique 863-514-3070 Find us on Facebook

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Farm Fresh Market 863-875-5639 farmfreshmarketfl.com

Bike Shop of Winter Haven 863-299-9907 bikeshopofwh.com Healthy Habits of Winter Haven, LLC 863-875-4826 healthyhabitsstores.com

Honor Gym 985-981-5111 honorgym.com

Sherwin-Williams Co. 863-294-7506 sherwin-williams.com

Inside/Out Yoga 863-224-2311 ioyogastudio.com

The Hamilton Company 863-293-1058 hamiltonflorida.com

Just Move Fitness 863-291-4653 justmovewinterhaven.com

Tucker Carpets 863-293-6641 tuckercarpets.com

Salt Room 863-289-9476 saltroomwinterhaven.com

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A Ward Design 863-325-9070 awarddesign.net Badcock Home Furniture & More of Winter Haven 863-294-7749 badcock.com Blackburn’s Interiors 863-294-7355 blackburnsinteriors.com Central Door Co. 863-324-3719 centraldoorfl.com Central Window Sales, Inc. 863-293-2977 centralwindowsales.com Claussen’s Furniture 863-293-1875 claussensfurniture.com Doty Farm & Garden Supply 863-293-9730 Find us on Facebook Mayer Electrical Supply 863- 293-5809 mayerelectric.com Office Furniture Depot 863-682-3450 officefurnituredepot.com Precision Safe & Lock, LLC 863-293-4098 precisionsafeandlock.com

Marine Supply of Winter Haven 863-293-1156 marinesupplyboats.com

RETAIL

Amy’s Cards, Party & Gifts 863-875-1500 shop.amyspartystore.com Andy Thornal Co. 863-299-9999 andythornal.com

Griner’s Jewelers, Inc. 863-293-0151 grinersjewelers.com Lasater Flowers 863-294-3213 lasaterflowers.net Lucy Essentials 863-875-5930 lucyminerals.com M.Marie Boutique 863-318-9600 mmarieboutique.com Meg’s Medical Scrubs & Boutique 863-291-8400 Find us on Facebook My Farm’s Twisted Soap Bar 863-585-9627 Nettle Creek Interior Design/T. Candace Holladay, A.S.I.D., LEED AP 863-326-1756 thenettlecreek.com

Angelique Bridal Boutique 863-299-2002 angeliquebridalboutique.com

Play It Again Sports Winter Haven 863-294-9696

Belk 863-401-9031 belk.com

Polk Tractor Co. 863-967-0651 polktractorco.com

Carlton Music Center 863-294-4216 carltonmusic.com

Staples, Inc. 863-401-9661 staples.com

Cielo Gift Baskets, LLC 407-749-8363 cielogiftbaskets.com

Trophy Shop 863-299-6566 trophyshoponline.com

Creative Cottage 863-875-3538 creativecottage.net

Winner Haven Apparel www.winnerhaven.com

Edible Arrangements 863-293-0330 Find us on Facebook GLT Office Supply 863-686-1799 gltoffice.com Golden Petal Designs 863-293-1900 goldenpetaldesigns.com

playitagainsportswinterhaven.com

TRAVEL

Cruise Planners / All Points Beyond Travel 863-326-1000 allpointsbeyondtravel.com Travel and Cruise World 863-295-9017 travelandcruiseworld.com

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RESTAURANTS & CATERERS Arabellas Ristorante 863-293-1797 arabellas.us Bambu Cafe 863-280-6346 Find us on Facebook Beef O’Brady’s Family Sports Pub 863-293-9464 beefobradys.com Cam’s Catering Company, Inc. 863-298-8062 camscatering.com Carrabba’s Italian Grill 863-293-6635 carrabbas.com The Catering Company 863-207-7057

thecateringcompanyof centralflorida.com

Catering Oasis 863-326-3994 cateringoasis.com Chick-fil-A 863-299-2697 chick-fil-a.com/winterhaven Crispers 863-401-8899 crispers.com Dairy Queen 863-299-5165 dairyqueen.com Duke’s Brewhouse Winter Haven, Inc. 813-638-5770 dukesbrewhouse.com Dunkin Donuts/Baskin Robbins of Winter Haven 863-297-9100 Find us on Facebook Fire Restaurant 863-875-5544 thefirerestaurant.com

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Flightline Cafe & Catering 863-875-5869 Find us on Facebook Giovanni’s NY Pizza 863-324-9100 giovannisnewyorkpizza.com Golden Corral Buffet & Grill 863-324-5600 goldencorral.com Gourmet Goodies Bake Shop 863-318-1400 ggcupcake.com Grove Roots Brewing Co. 863-291-0700 groveroots.com Harborside 863-293-7070 harborsidefl.com Jensen’s Corner Bar 863-298-9815 jessieslive.com Kick Yo Butt BBQ 863-595-6633 djbracken.com Longhorn Steakhouse 863-295-7740 longhornsteakhouse.com McDonald’s 863-293-1445 mcdonalds.com Mirtha’s Latin Cafe 863-221-2728 Find us on Facebook Moe’s Southwest Grill 863-229-5576 moes.com Nutwood Restaurant 863-229-7770 nutwoodwh.com Old Man Frank’s 863-294-9179 oldmanfranks.com

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Ovation Bistro & Bar 863-656-1972 ovationbistro.com Pelican’s Snoballs 863-875-7408 pelicanssnoballs.com Publix Super Markets (3 stores) 863-291-0312 publix.com Richard’s Fine Coffees 863-291-3082 richardsfinecoffees.com Rick’s Bar-B-Q 863-299-0354 ricksbarbq.com San Diego’s Mexican Grill 863-268-6515 Find us on Facebook Schack’s Bar-B-Q 863-324-1537 Find us on Facebook Smokin Jim’s Barbeque 863-965-0230 smokinjimsbarbecue.ws Sonny’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q 863-293-4744 sonnysbbq.com Southside Package & Lounge, Inc. 863-683-4703 Find us on Facebook Tallulahs Table by the Sea 863-289-6255 harrysoldplace.com/ Tallulahs.html Tam’s Classic Catering 863-398-6822 tamscatering.com Tanners Lakeside Restaurant & Bar 863-662-5948 tannerslakeside.com

Tempo 1930 863-875-5323 Find us on Facebook Terrie Lobb Catering, Inc. 863-533-6483 terrielobbcatering.com Texas Cattle Company Catering 863-686-1434 texascattlecompany.net The Krazy Greek 863- 268-6425 thekrazygreek.com Tinsley Family Concessions, Inc 863-299-7177 tfcfamily.com Zaxbys (2 locations) 863-299-7200 zaxbys.com

ANNUAL EVENTS JANUARY

Alafia River Rendezvous Homeland floridafrontiersmen.org Special Performance Series Polk State College Winter Haven - polk.edu Spirit of the Buffalo PowWow Auburndale - intlmarketworld.com

FEBRUARY

Mardi Gras Festival Lake Wales - lwmardigras.com Polk Senior Games polkseniorgames.org Smoke on the Water Winter Haven boysandgirlsbbq.com Lake Wales Art Show Lake Wales lakewalesartscenter.org

MARCH

Bach Festival Lakeland bachfestivalofcentralflorida.org Bloomin’ Arts Festival Bartow - bartowartguild.com Bluegrass, Clogging Festival Auburndale intlmarketworld.com Central Park Arts Festival Winter Haven - ridgeart.org Champagne & Shamrocks Symphony Guild of Winter Haven Communityfest Winter Haven winterhavenchamber.com

Florida Strawberry Festival Plant City flstrawberryfestival.com Taste of Winter Haven winterhavenchamber.com

APRIL

CityWorks (X)po Winter Haven - mainstreetwh.com Concert Under the Stars Lake Wales boktowergardens.org

Pioneer Days Festival Lake Wales - cityoflakewales.com Polk State FallFest Winter Haven - polk.edu Oktoberfest Winter Haven mainstreetwh.com

NOVEMBER

Christmas Tree Lighting Downtown Winter Haven

SUN ‘n FUN Fly-IN Lakeland - sun-n-fun.org

Haven Holiday Market Winter Haven centralfloridaeventvendors.com

MAY

When Pigs Fly South Lakeland - sun-n-fun.org

Bark in the Park Winter Haven - mainstreetwh.com Mayfaire by the Lake Lakeland - polkmuseumofart.org

JULY

City of Winter Haven Fireworks Winter Haven - mywinterhaven.com Red, Brick and Boom Winter Haven - legoland.com

OCTOBER

Boktoberfest Lake Wales - boktowergardens.org Brick or Treat Winter Haven - legoland.com

DECEMBER

Carols in the Park Winter Haven - mainstreetwh.com Christmas Boat Parade Chain of Lakes - Winter Haven chainlifewinterhaven.com Christmas at Pinewood Lake Wales boktowergardens.org Snow Central Winter Haven mywinterhaven.com Sunset & Symphony Lake Wales - boktowergardens.org

Ghouls Day Out Winter Haven mywinterhaven.com Lake Mirrior Classic Auto Festival Lakeland - lakemirrorclassic.com

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Lakeside Lifestyle [FLORIDA’S

INLAND COASTAL PLAY

Being lakeside is not just a location, it’s a lifestyle here in Winter Haven. With 24 canalconnected lakes, 55 lakes that touch the City of Winter Haven and 554 lakes in Polk County, there is pretty much a lake everywhere you look. You can travel from one side of Winter Haven to the other without ever leaving your boat. Canal connectivity means countless hours of water skiing, boating, fishing, paddleboarding, kayaking, tubing, fly boarding and wakeboarding. Since 1922, water-skiers have been leaving their mark on Winter Haven history for all to see. In 1936, when Dick Pope opened Cypress Gardens theme park one of the main attractions was the show skiers. Today, LEGOLAND® Florida Resort carries on that tradition with several LEGO® themed shows per day on Lake Eloise.

In 2012, Mark Voisard, a former show skier for Cypress Gardens, started the Cypress Gardens Water Ski team to help carry on Winter Haven’s legacy of the sport. Today, this troupe of athletes performs a free show every third Saturday of every month on Lake Silver in downtown Winter Haven. To compliment the show, a new event, Slow Roll & Ski Show, was created where locals gather at The Bike Shop bike through downtown to Lake Silver to watch the performance and check out the latest downtown developments.

If you want to slow down from the fast-paced water recreation, you can take peaceful tours of the lakes with Living Water Boat Cruises. Rue and Sharlene Denton have endless knowledge about the history, wildlife and plant life that inhabit our lakes.

They offer various different tour options that are perfect for visitors and residents. Winter Haven is also home to the Freedom Boat Club, join the Club and have access to any boat in their club’s fleet without the hassle of being a full-time boat owner! One of those “fleets” happen to be right here in Winter Haven, and you also gain access to boats around the country.

The lakeside lifestyle doesn’t stop at water recreation. Winter Haven offers several waterfront restaurants with seamless views of

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our beautiful orange, purple and red sunset skies. We have 91 miles of shoreline in Winter Haven, some developed as residential living, and commercial properties, but with lots of public spaces on the lakes too. The Lake Howard Walking Trail is the most recent addition which starts on West Central Avenue and Lake Howard Drive and goes to Avenue G NW and Lake Howard Drive. Whether you want to take a leisurely stroll, train for a 5K or hop on your bike, this is a great trail to add to your route. Lakes Cannon, Shipp, Hartridge and Maude all have parks on them and some have playgrounds as well.

For the ultimate lakeside lifestyle at home, check with our local realtors for the latest listings. Lakeside homes can range from the mid-100’s to over $1 million depending on location and size. Many neighborhoods also have private or public boat ramps for the residents who don’t live directly on the lakes to enjoy. There are 1,400 lakefront options to choose from in our community! It truly is an inland coastal playground. Whether you choose to dive right into the water or relax on the shores, it’s not difficult to experience the lakeside lifestyle in Winter Haven.

COME HOME TO YOUR LAKEFRONT APARTMENT COMMUNITY

As one of Polk County’s more vibrant apartment communities, Carlton Arms of Winter Haven is the ideal place for you to live, work, and play.

• FREE WiFi at 2 Lakefront Pools • FREE Valet Trash Removal • Large Private Patios/Balconies • Rapid Response Maintenance • 2 Private Party Clubhouses • Fitness Center w/Steam Showers • Fresh Water Fishing • Pet Friendly 863.875.1700 7676 Carlton Arms Blvd Winter Haven, Fl 33884 CarltonArmsofWinterHaven.com

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Great Outdoors

Whether you are a resident or a visitor, Winter Haven provides everyone with a chance to experience the great outdoors.

Our City offers more than 13 miles of trails, as well as numerous parks for your children to get out and get active. Here is a list of local trails and parks where you and your family can experience our beautiful, sunny weather and clear skies.

CENTRAL PARK Central Park is at the heart of our downtown core. You can enjoy strolling alongside our downtown businesses with views of sculptures, hand painted electric a boxes and a beautiful fountain.

VISIT MYWINTERHAVEN.COM FOR MORE PARKS AND INFO

LAKE SHIPP PARK

This park features a new playground, lakeside picnic areas, a large boat ramp and a dock for fishing and sightseeing.

CHAIN OF LAKES DOWNTOWN TRAILHEAD PARK For kids, this park is double trouble! It has a newly updated playground and a splash pad. Kids can enjoy running off energy on the playground and head over to the splash pad to cool off.

ROTARY PARK Rotary Park has a playground, outdoor pavilion, basketball court and sand volleyball court. This park is perfect for hosting large parties with wide open spaces and plenty to do.

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR PARK This particular park is home to many local events, as well as the Cypress Gardens Water Ski team, where every third Saturday of the month they host a FREE ski show on Lake Silver.

SIMMERS-YOUNG PARK

SOUTH CENTRAL PARK

Simmers-Young is a great place for your kids and dogs to run! It has 200 acres of land with play areas, picnic tables, access to lakeshore and fields for playing soccer.

This park is the newest addition to downtown Winter Haven and comes complete with swinging benches, nighttime lighting features, information kiosk and ample parking.

TRAILS

If a leisurely stroll is more your pace, Winter Haven has plenty of trails for you.

See list bellow: • Lake Hartridge Nature Park [1/3 Mile] • Lake Maude Park [.9 miles] • Lake Howard Trail [1.5 miles] • Chain of Lakes Trail [3.6 miles]

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Post Offices 111 W. Central Ave – 863-299-7824 1401 1st St N – 863-293-5370 Electric Tampa Electric Company (TECO) 863-299-0800 – tampaelectric.com

Duke Engery 1-800-700-8744 – duke-energy.com Gas Florida Public Utilities 800-427-7712 – fpuc.com Telephone & Cable Spectrum 863-965-7766 – spectrum.com Water City of Winter Haven 863-291-5678 mywinterhaven.com Refuse Collection City of Winter Haven 863-291-5756 mywinterhaven.com Polk County 863-284-4319 – polk-county.net Public Transit Winter Haven Area Transit (WHAT) 863-534-5500 – polktransit.org Social Security Office 1395 Havendale Blvd NW 800-772-1213 Tag Agency – 863-293-5551 Driver’s License – 863-421-3202

Winter Haven is a great place to call home for many reasons. The cost of living is typically lower than the national average making Winter Haven a practical place to settle. Residences range from apartments, to downtown condos to single-family homes to waterfront estates.

City parks, trails and other recreational amenities have grown significantly throughout the past decade. There is ample access to our lakes for boaters and our parks offer a variety of recreational and exercise options.

Society of the Turtle are a group who run the first and third Wednesday of the month October – May. We also have a robust cycling community and the Winter Haven Cycle Club, which has standard rides out of the Bike Shop of Winter Haven each Saturday and Sunday. Bike Shop of Winter Haven also coordinates the Slow Roll & Ski Show, where the community ride through downtown and making their way to Lake Silver to watch the Cypress Gardens Water Ski team glide across the water every third Saturday of the month.

Winter Haven also offers a variety of sports for children. From swimming, football, soccer and baseball, your child can find a sport that suits them best.

Over the next several pages you will learn more about settling into Winter Haven. We certainly hope you decide to call us home!

WORSHIP Abiding Savior Lutheran Church 863-294-2829 abidingsaviorlutheran.net CenterPoint Community Church 863-324-7915 CenterPointChurch.org Chabad Jewish Center 863-937-5565 jewishwinterhaven.org Church of the Redeemer 863-298-9849 redeemerwinterhaven.org First Presbyterian Church of Winter Haven 863-294-3121 FirstPresWH.org Garden Grove Church 863-324-7880 gardengrovechurch.com

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Grace Lutheran Church 863-293-8447 glwh.org Heartland Church 863-299-7797 heartchurch.org Holy Cross Episcopal Church 863-324-4021 holycrosswinterhaven.com Kairos Church 863-206-8710 kairos.church Ridge Point Church 863-965-2464 ridgepointchurch.org St Paul’s Episcopal Church 863-294-8888 saintpaulswinterhaven.com

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St. Matthew Catholic Church 863-324-3040 saintmatthew catholicchurch.com

Winter Haven Worship Center 863-318-0701 whwc.org

SNOWBIRDS All About Aging LLC 863-557-7604 allaboutagingLLC.com Brandywyne Healthcare Center 863-293-1989 Find us on Facebook Brookdale Winter Haven 863-318-8055 brookdale.com

Home Instead Senior Care 863-294-9141 homeinstead.com/333 Lake Howard Heights 863-293-3171 seniorlifestyle.com Lakeview Towers 863-293-5888 lakeviewtowerapts.com

Comfort Keepers 863-701-9200 comfortkeepers.com

Life Care Center of Winter Haven 863-969-5610 lifecarecenterofwinterhaven.com

Granny Nannies 863-299-1100 grannynannies.com

New Horizon Assisted Living Residence 863-299-3651

Palm Garden of Winter Haven 863-293-3100 palmgardenofwinter haven.com Savannah Court 863-679-8246 savannahcourtlakewales. com Southern Gardens Assisted Living Residence 863-956-0411 southerngardensllc.com

The Village at Vienna Square 877-318-5000 viennasquare.com Winter Haven Health & Rehabilitation Center 863-293-3103 winterhavenhealth andrehab.com

Spring Lake Rehabilitation Center 863-294-3055 springlakerehab.com

newhorizonretirementcommunity.com

FURRY FRIENDS

When deciding where to live, we know you keep the entire family in mind and that includes your furry family members too! Polk County is home to numerous dog parks that offer wide open spaces and beautiful Florida views. Check out the list below to see what dog park is best for your furever friend!

•Auburndale Dog Park - Auburndale •Auburndale TECO Trail South Trailhead - Auburndale •Simmers-Young Park - Winter Haven •Veterinary Healthcare Association - Winter Haven •Cargo Dog Park - Lakeland •DiOGi Park - Lakeland •Dog Leg Woods - Lakeland •Harmony Dog Park - Lake Wales •Carter Road Dog Park - Bartow

Dunham Animal Hospital 863-293-0850 dunhamanimalhospital.com Humane Society of Polk County, Inc. 863-324-5227

humanesocietyofpolkcounty.org

Invisible Fence of Central Florida 863-299-4310

centralflorida.invisiblefence.com

Orchid Springs Animal Hospital 863-777-5600 osahvets.com

Polk County Animal Services 863-499-2600 polksheriff.org SPCA, Florida 863-577-4607 spcaflorida.org Uppity Pups & More, Inc. 863-229-0131 uppitypupsandmore.com Veterinary Healthcare Associates, Inc. 863-324-3340 vhavets.com

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Realtors

[YOUR RELOCATION CONCIERGE] Adams Homes 863-619-8120 adamshomes.com Anna Cheng Realty Management & Consulting, LLC. 951-665-8882 Associate Realty & Investments, Inc. 863-618-4000 chrissijasso.com Better Homes & Gardens By Design 863-294-7000 bydesignre.com Briarcrest at Winter Haven 863-293-3350 robbinspropertyllc.com Brokers Realty of Central FL 863-294-6773 reneebutler.com Carlton Arms of Winter Haven 863-875-1700

carltonarmsofwinterhaven.com

Cathy “K� & The K Team Real Estate Services, LLC 863-604-6220 yourkteam.com Century 21 - Myers Realty 863-875-5656 sellingpolk.com

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Coldwell Banker Winter Haven 863-294-7541

coldwellbanker.com/offices/ 290-se-cypress-gardensblvd-winter-haven-fl-33880

Crosby & Associates, Inc. 863-293-5600 crosbydirt.com Dawn Van Meter, Keller Williams Realty of Winter Haven 863-287-7013 polkcountyrealestateventures.com Development Group of Central Florida 863-291-0731 dgcf.net Dominium 863-324-1072 dellavitaapartments.com East Polk County Association of Realtors 863-294-3163 epcar.com Garrison Land Management and Property Services 863-439-6550 garrisonland.com H & I Real Estate, LLC 863-604-6256 handiFL.com Harmony of Lake Eloise, LLC 407-448-4302

Janice Summers Realty, Inc. 863-318-9500 Judy B. Cleaves Properties, Inc. 863-299-5878 jbcleaves.com Keller Williams RealtyWinter Haven 863-508-3000 KW Commercial Lakeland 863-224-6915 kwcommercialcentralflorida.com La Rosa Realty, LLC 863-651-8938 cindyminnickrealtor.com Lockhart & Associates, Inc., Realtors 863-293-1234 lockhartonline.com Loren Smith Realtor 407-744-2839 lorensmithrealtor.com Madison Lake Ned 863-318-9670 madisonlakened.com Mahoney Group, Inc 863-619-6740 mahoneygroupinc.com

4200 Dundee Road Winter Haven, FL 33884 863-324-4428

Residential & Commercial

Meeks Real Estate, LLC 863-604-9287 carlameeksrealtor.com

Six/Ten LLC 863-299-1195 sixtenllc.com

Norris & Company Realty, LLC 863-875-5583 michaelanddeenorris.com

Star Realty of Winter Haven, Inc. 863-581-1338 starrealty.homesandland.com

Oakley Rhinehart Cassidy, LLC 863-324-3698 rentalsbyORC.com

Tom Wolf Co, LLC 863-287-6873

All Natural Product Options

Turner Properties of CFI 863-291-1895 turnerpropertiescfi.com

Family Owned & Operated

Real Estate Central Group, LLC 863-324-1000 recentralgroup.com Robin Moore, Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate 863-528-3729 robinsellsflproperties.com

Pest Control Termite Prevention Lawn Fertilization

Wood, John Realty, Inc 863-324-9663 johnwoodrealty.com

Ryan A Odenweller, LLC 863-271-7882 ryansellsfloridahomes.com Silver Properties of WH, LLC 863-205-7152 silverpropertieswh.propertyware.com

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[BUSINESS RESOURCES] Central Florida Development Council Sean Malott, President/CEO 863-551-4760 cfdc.org Central Florida Score 863-284-5607 centralflorida.score.org City of Winter Haven Merle Bishop, Dir. of Growth Management 863-291-5600 mywinterhaven.com Greater Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce Katie Worthington Decker, President/CEO 863-293-2138 winterhavenchamber.com Main Street Winter Haven Anita Strang, Executive Director 863-295-9422 mainstreetwh.com Community and Small Business Assistance 863-534-5915 polk-county.net Small Business Development Center 863-678-4182 x227 sbdctampabay.org Winter Haven Economic Development Council Bruce Lyon, President 863-837-5280 whedc.com

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Winter Haven’s approach to business is an unusually collaborative one, incorporating pro-growth government policies, strategic partnerships, high capacity IT infrastructure and flexible workforce development opportunities throughout the greater Winter Haven area. Cultivating a thriving local business community through collaboration is at the heart of what we do in Winter Haven.

Many exectives that relocate to the area say it’s what sets us apart.

Winter Haven has experienced a high rate of growth over the last 7 years. Our location is a the primary driver of that growth, which includes easy access to routes of trade, a history as a logistics and distribution hub, the availability of land, our position between two major metro markets, a workforce of 9 million people within 100 miles, lower cost of living compared surrounding metro markets and of course the warmth and sunshine.

TRANSPORTATION & LOGISTICS

Winter Haven’s location at the center of the state makes it a perfect location for the transfer of goods and services. Polk County has a long history as a warehousing and logistics hub with access to Interstate 4, Highway 27 and Highway 60, all of which traverse the state in various directions. This makes it easy for freight to make its way to sea ports on both the east and west coast as well as to two major international airports in Tampa and Orlando.

In 2017, our neighboring airport in Lakeland opened a customs center and is able to accept international shipments. Winter Haven is home to CSX’s Central Florida Intermodal Logistics Center. The technologically advanced intermodal center opened in spring of 2014 and makes Winter Haven one of the main hubs of product distribution by rail. This addition opens up numerous opportunities for businesses looking to expand their markets to the 18 million residents and visitors within 4-hours of Winter Haven, as well as the global economy through access to the Florida ports. Winter Haven is also home to its own regional general aviation airport.

Several businesses are located on the grounds of the airport for aircraft maintenance and training with more plans for build out on the site for additional aviation related businesses.

y Communit DIVERSE ECONOMY

The economy of Winter Haven has greatly diversified over the past several decades.

Agribusiness, and in particular the citrus industry, was the main economic driver for most of the 20th century.

However, economic development efforts directed at diversifying the economy began in earnest during the 1980s. Today’s economy has dominant sectors including healthcare, technology, tourism, professional and financial services, education, agribusiness and, as mentioned, distributions and logistics.

The considerable fiber optic infrastructure in downtown Winter Haven has led to the growth of a technology sector that employs more than 500 people.

From software and blogging platform development to internet security and secure inland data storage, downtown Winter Haven hosts this rapidly developing segment.

In 2018, six Winter Haven areas were designated by the Governor as Opportunity Zones, created by the Federal Tax Cuts and Job Act of 2017. Opportunity Zones are a new tool that provide incentives for investments in low-income communities across the country. Contact the Chamber for more information on these opportunities.

THE SECRET SAUCE

The most important factor in Winter Haven’s growth is the business friendly climate, from a state perspective as well as a ​ county and municipal level, combined with cooperation and synergy of our organizations working to support business sustainability and growth.

The Winter Haven Economic Development Council and the Greater Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce are two cornerstones working to champion efforts to expand local business and recruit new opportunities to Winter Haven. Our economic development pace is strong. With projects of all sizes and scales planned for Winter Haven, we are working closely with the city, county and state to bring these to fruition.

Private investment follows public investment and we are blessed to have a City with the foresight to understand that. In 2018, the city undertook several projects such as South Central Park, the Tennis Complex, the groundbreaking of the 7th street project, Lake Maude Recreation Park and the Chain of Lakes Fieldhouse. These are just some examples of the City’s public investment into the quality of life and health of the Winter Haven community.

The Chamber of Commerce also works closely with Main Street Winter Haven to support their mission to develop and preserve the economic, cultural and historic qualities that make downtown the heart of our community. Small business is our community’s foundation and we are extremely proud of that. At the Chamber, we work closely with the city to advocate for our small businesses and ensure that our businessfriendly climate remains. We also partner with the Community and Small Business Assistance Center, Central Florida SCORE and the Small Business Development Center to ensure you have the resources you need. Each April these organization come together to host Cityworks (X)po Florida, an idea-sharing conference focused on developing communities in thoughtful, creative and sustainable ways.

Together, Winter Haven stands ready to empower local business and to remove barriers to success.

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Education PRE K-12 EDUCATION

As a part of Polk County Publics School, the eighth largest school district in Florida, Winter Haven has a variety of options for your family no matter what stage of life or educational development. Polk County Public Schools has more than 170 schools with a diverse student bodies that exceeds 100,000.

The Winter Haven area has numerous public elementary schools, three middle schools, two high school and several magnet, choice and charter public schools. Polk County Public Schools boasts over 100 career academies which focus on careers from veterinary medicine to marketing to robotics and more. These academies offer students the opportunity to learn about specific fields while in middle and high school and offer small learning communities supported by local subject matter experts on an advisory committee.

We are also privileged to have premier private schools that meet the needs of many of our families as well as strong home schooling networks and a Montessori pre-school and Pre K-8th grade school.

The Greater Winter Haven Chamber Commerce launched an Educational Outcomes initiative to determine ways the community can become involved in the public-school system and help to improve the educational outcomes of our students. As a direct result, the Winter Haven Public Education Partnership (PEP) was formed comprising of educators, teachers, business leaders, elected officials and citizens. This ground breaking community activism resulted in a call-to-action for citizens passionate about improving educational outcomes for children.

Since then, they have opened an after-school tutoring center in Northeast Winter Haven, a Career Connection mentoring program and launched the Cambridge Academy at Winter Haven High School and Denison Middle School. Denison is the first middle school in Polk County to offer this curriculum.

PEP has been an integral part of the successes of our schools. They continue to work on the greatest challenges affecting Winter Haven public schools through community partnerships, collaboration and listening to the needs of school faculty, staff and students.

HIGHER EDUCATION FLORIDA POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY Florida Polytechnic University was established to advance the state’s economy by training a highly skilled technical workforce. It is the state’s only university completely focused on science, technology, engineering and math. They have established themselves as a university with a rigorous curriculum, advanced research equipment and a focus on solving industry problems with creative solutions. The curriculum is based on the principle that innovation occurs when research and creativity are applied to real-world challenges. Florida Poly is located just ten minutes from Winter Haven.

SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY Southeastern University, located just 25 minutes from Winter Haven, is a Christian institution that provides college students with a change to find their divine design through educational courses, sports and on-campus opportunities. This university is one of the fastest frowning liberal arts universities, offering over 70 degree options to choose from ranging from business, arts, healthcare, ministry, aviation and more.

KEISER UNIVERSITY Keiser University is a private, not-for-profit university in Lakeland offering career-focused undergraduate and graduate degrees on campus and online.

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POLK STATE COLLEGE Polk State College was founded in 1964 to serve the higher education needs of Polk County. Over the years, the College has undergone tremendous growth and change. Today, the College annually serves more than 24,000 credit and non-credit students in locations through Polk County and offers both associates degrees as well as fully accredited bachelor’s degrees. They provide these for Nursing, Criminal Justice, Education, Aerospace Sciences and a Bachelors of Applied Science. Winter Haven is the home of Polk State College’s first permanent campus with 20 buildings on a 99-acre site overlooking beautiful Lake Elbert and includes the College’s district offices. Other locations include Lakeland, Lake Wales and Bartow.

Polk State ranks second in the Florida State College System institutions in job-placement, well exceeding the statewide job placement average of 74. In fact, 96.93% of Polk State students graduate with a job or with plans for advanced education. The Polk State Corporate College and Clear Springs Advanced Technology Center continue to specialize in the creation and delivery of customer education and training programs. In 2016, Polk State opened their technologically immersive Center for Public Safety in Winter Haven. This 101,450 square-foot center allows for all of the first responder training to be one under one roof including police and fire, EMT and paramedics, criminal science and more.

WEBBER INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY Webber International University’s mission is to offer students an array of business, liberal arts and sciences and pre-professional programs of study that create life transforming education opportunity which is practical in its application, global in its scope and multi-disciplinary in its general education core. They attract students from all over the world to their campus just 14 miles from Winter Haven. They also offer an MBA program.

SAINT LEO UNIVERSITY

Saint Leo University is a private, nonprofit, Roman Catholic liberal arts university established in 1889. Our neighboring city Lakeland is home to one of their Education Centers. Whether you’re finishing a degree or starting an undergraduate program to enhance your career, the education center offers flexible class schedules, affordable tuition, outstanding faculty and an environment tailored to busy adult students

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Welcome to Winter Haven, Florida!

More than 70,000 people call this community home, 42,800 of which live inside the City limits, taking advantage of its year-round recreation, climate and central location.

With a history in citrus, lakes, and Americana rock & roll, the Winter Haven experience is a chorus of modern lifestyle possibilities in harmony with our roots. Winter Haven is where affordable lake living is a reality, and water play is a requirement. It’s a place where there’s a concert on every corner and family excitement in every park. And let’s not forget about Winter Haven’s hometown connection to family-friendly LEGOLAND Florida Resort just around the corner from the City core.

The City stretches over 40 square miles, eight of which take the form of sparkling, fun-filled lakes. Winter Haven is known as the Chain of Lakes City with two separate chains of lakes connected by an extensive canal system. With 50 lakes inside the City limits, 22 boat ramps, 14 public docks and 30 waterfront parks, there is a multitude of fresh-water opportunities for both residents and visitors.

A complete team of City staff are committed to enriching the lifestyle of our residents and visitors through exceptional service. Our ultimate goal is to be the best City through the relentless pursuit of excellence.

We encourage you to visit one of our many events, public facilities, parks, and trails and explore the many opportunities Winter Haven has to offer.

The City functions under a commission-manager form of local government. The City Commission consists of five members, elected atlarge, who hold office for four years. Commissioners in office for more than nine months are eligible to serve as Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem, and are elected by the City Commission. While the City Commission acts as the legislative body of the City, the day-to-day operations of the City are directed by the City Manager.

We invite you to attend our commission meetings held on the second and fourth Monday of each month in City Hall, as well as become involved in one of the many City committees. Our goal is to listen, learn and improve through citizen engagement.

Winter Haven continues to experience steady, quality growth as it transforms into a vibrant and extraordinary community, embracing the values and needs of its residents. Partnerships and a cooperative spirit makes Winter Haven an exceptional destination for new businesses and entrepreneurs looking to relocate. Our dedicated staff looks forward to serving its residents, businesses and visitors as we all enjoy Winter Haven’s special lifestyle. We encourage you make yourself at home.

Sincerely, The Commisson and Staff City of Winter Haven

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Healthcare

[MEDICAL PARTNERS] CLINIC / URGENT CARE BayCare Urgent Care 863-299-2420 baycareurgentcare.org Bond Clinic, P.A. 863-293-1191 bondclinic.com Central Florida Health Care, Inc. 863-292-4280 cfhconline.org Florida Dermatology & Skin Cancer Centers 863-293-2147 fldscc.com Gessler Clinic 863-294-0670 gesslerclinic.com Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine 863-606-1552 lvim.net Medical Home Alliance 863-299-6700 imamedicalcenter.com Pediatric Partners of Winter Haven 863-401-8516 pediatric-partners.com Reliance Medical Centers 863-294-1999 reliancemedicalcenters.com Urgent Care Cypress, LLC 863-325-8185 cypresswalkin.com Continued on page 36...

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WINTER HAVEN HOSPITAL Winter Haven Hospital joined the BayCare network of hospitals in 2013 to better address changes in healthcare delivery. Over the last 4 years Baycare has invested almost $150 million in facilities to upgrade the Winter Haven Women’s Hospital, Cassidy Cancer Center, imaging equipment and a new $51 million emergency department. They have also announced a medical residency program in family medicine that will begin this year. Located in the heart of downtown, and the centerpiece of a strong medical sector, Winter Haven Hospital currently has over 500 beds and 300+ board certified physicians who work in every speciality including centers of excellence such as the Bostick Heart Center, Breast Imaging Center, Cassidy Cancer Center, Winter Haven Women’s Hospital, six Family Health Centers and a nationally recognized stroke center – to name a few.

The hospital is Polk County’s first to achieve Magnet status making Winter Haven Hospital part of only 5% of the nation’s hospitals to be recognized for excellence in patient care. Winter Haven Hospital is the largest private employer in east Polk County with more than 2,300 employees.

HEART OF FLORIDA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Heart of Florida Regional Medical Center, a 200-bed acute care facility, offers a full spectrum of services supported by over 200 physicians representing various medical specialities.

Fully accredited by the Joint Commission, Heart of Florida RMC is located north of Winter Haven on Highway 27 in Haines City. They offer state-of-the-art bariatric surgery center, robotic surgery, comprehensive treatment of heart disease, emergency services and much more. In 2018 they plan to open a freestanding emergency department in the four-corners area of Polk County. Heart of Florida RMC also operates Urgent Care Cypress in Winter Haven, a facility that offers timely care for many illnesses and injuries, including x-rays and lab work.

They also have a physician group located on 1st street in Winter Haven The hospitals along with two large multi-specialty clinics, Bond Clinic and Gessler Clinic, and many smaller group practices, represents a dominant segment of our economy.

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Whether it’s for a regular checkup or something more serious, you can count on Heart of Florida Physican Group to provide you and your family with personalized care.

To request your appointment, visit HeartOfFloridaPhysicianGroup.com. Or, call one of the numbers below and ask about a same-day appointment.

Family Medicine, Internal Medicine 844-634-DOCS (3627) Interventional Spine & Pain 863-547-8900 Cardiac Electrophysiology 863-419-4885 MedEPlex Building 410 Lionel Way Davenport, FL 33837

Breast Care 863-421-7276 40124 US Hwy. 27, Ste 207 Davenport, FL 33837 Foot & Ankle Care 863-422-2356 280 Patterson Rd, Ste 3 Haines City, FL 33844

Walk-in care is available at our two Urgent Care locations.

Orthopedics 863-877-2880 Orthopedics & Joint Reconstruction 863-419-8922 Gatroenterology & Liver 863-419-2156 Surgical Specialist 863-421-7626 Cypress Physician Building 40124 US Hwy 27 Davenport, FL 33837

Open 7 days a week, from 8 am to 8 pm For more information, visit CypressWalkin.com.

Urgent Care Cypress 7375 Cypress Gardens Blvd.

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Heart of Florida Regional Medical Center is owned in part by physicians.

DENTISTRY & ORAL SURGERY Bright Smiles of Winter Haven 863-293-0636

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Butz, George W. III, DDS 863-299-7974 drbutz.com Dietrich & Hilliard Orthodontics 863- 644-0430 dietrichhilliardortho.com Dr. Viet Ho Prosthodontics & Implant Dentistry 863-294-4484 drvietho.com Everything About Smiles Orthodontics 863-533-3302 easmiles.com Eycleshimer, John R., DDS 863-293-3223 johneycleshimerdentist.com Kians Dental Studio 863-875-4395 kiansdentalstudio.com Steven C. McNutt, DDS, PA 863-294-6565 Find us on Facebook Thomas A. Fellner DDS PA 863-679-3229 lakewalesdentistry.com Winter Haven Family & Cosmetic Dentistry 863-293-1108 winterhavenfamilydentistry.com Winter Haven Oral Surgery 863-294-7648 whomsimplants.com

EYES & OPTHALMOLOGY Advanced Eye Care Associates 863-294-5457 eyecarefss.com

Center for Retina and Macular Disease 863-297-5400 crmd.net Eye Specialists of Mid-Florida, PA 863-294-3504 eyesfl.com

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Gessler Clinic 863-294-0670 gesslerclinic.com

Akumin Radiology 863-535-5544 akumin.com

Mobility Specialist 863-845-0609 painreliefwinterhavenfl.com

Phillips, Salomon & Parrish, Eye Express, My Eye Dr. 863-299-8908 eyeexpress.com

Barranco Clinic 863-299-1251 barrancoclinic.com

Pediatric Partners of Winter Haven 863-401-8516 pediatric-partners.com

HOSPICE

Beltone Hearing Aid Center 863-294-8353 beltone.com

Polk Therapy 863-291-8644 polktherapy.com

Brandywyne Healthcare Center 863-293-1989 Find us on Facebook

Releve’ Sports Medicine 863-401-4401 relevesportsmedicine.com

Cornerstone Hospice 863-291-5560 cshospice.org Good Shepherd Hospice, Inc. 863-682-0027 Chaptershealth.org Vitas Healthcare 863-583-7100 vitas.com

HOSPITAL

Heart of Florida Regional Medical Center 863-422-4971 heartofflorida.com Lake Wales Medical Center 863-676-1433 lakewalesmedicalcenter.com

Brookdale Winter Haven 863-318-8055 brookdale.com Central Florida Orthopaedic Surgery Associates, P.L. 863-666-3436 cfosa.com Chirocare Solutions 863-293-8836 drricksmith.com Florida Dermatology & Skin Cancer Centers 863-293-2147 fldscc.com

Winter Haven Hospital 863-293-1121 winterhavenhospital.com

Haines City Physician Management 863-419-2420

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

Hearing Life 863-297-5700 hearinglife.com

3B Medical, Inc. 863-226-6285 3Bproducts.com

QualiMed Respiratory & Mobility, Inc. 863-293-3066 qualimedservices.com

OUTPATIENT SURGERY

Day Surgery Center 863-293-8471

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Winter Haven Ambulatory Surgical Center 863-291-4000 winterhavenasc.com

PHYSICIAN/ SPECIALTIES

A.T. Radiology, P.A. 863-419-8832

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Internal Medicine Group of Winter Haven, PA 863-294-4404 internalmedicinegroup ofwinterhaven.com

Lake Wales Medical Group 863-240-0894 lakewalesmedicalgroup.com Lakeside Dermatology 863-293-7546 lakesidedermatology.com Medical Home Alliance 863-299-6700 imamedicalcenter.com Newberry Clinic PA 863-293-3893 chirowinterhaven.com Our Children’s Rehab Center, Inc. 863-294-1429 ourchildrens.org Palm Garden of Winter Haven 863-293-3100

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Paul Bowman Pain Relief &

Savannah Court 863-679-8246 savannahcourtlakewales.com Spring Lake Rehabilitation Center 863-294-3055 springlakerehab.com

Tri-County Human Services, Inc. 863-709-9392 tchsonline.com

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Trinity Medical Group 863-299-2636 trinitymedgroup.com Vascular Vein Centers 863-291-6313 bestveintreatment.com Vein Health Clinics 877-817-8346 veinhealthclinics.com Winter Haven Audiology 863-594-1978 winterhavenaudiology.com Winter Haven Health & Rehabilitation Center 863-293-3103 winterhavenhealth andrehab.com Winter Haven Medical Centers 863-821-0021 mbmedicalgroup.com AdvancedEyecareFl.com | 863-294-5457

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Important Contacts [BY THE NUMBERS] Regional Population Within 25 miles - 726,464 Within 50 miles - 3,637,945 Within 100 miles - 9,140,092 Winter Haven Population 2018 - 42,828 within city limits 75,000 in the Greater Winter Haven area.

Population by Age (2016) Age 0-14 5,783 15-24 4,578 25-54 12,643 55-64 4,336 65+ 9,529 Top 5 Industries by Employment 1. Healthcare & Education 2. Arts & Entertainment 3. Retail Trade 4. Professional Services 5. Manufacturing

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Fire, Police & Ambulance Emergency- 911

Courthouse/County Clerk 863-534-4540 polkcountyclerk.net Property Appraisers 863-534-4777, polkpa.org Sheriff’s Department 863-298-6200 polksheriff.org Voter Registration 863-534-5888 polkelections.com City of Winter Haven, City Hall 863-291-5600 mywinterhaven.com Parks & Recreation 863-291-5656 mywinterhaven.com

Winter Haven Police Department Non-Emergency 863-291-5858 whpd.mywinterhaven.com Winter Haven Senior Center 863-291-5870

Public Library 863-291-5880 whpl.mywinterhaven.com The Ledger Media Group (newspaper) 863-802-7000 theledger.com Winter Haven Municipal Airport 863-298-4551 mywinterhaven.com Winter Haven Area Transit (public transit) 863-688-7433 ridecitrus.com Better Business Bureau 407-621-3300 centralfloridabbb.org CareerSource Polk 863-508-1600 careersourcepolk.com Social Security Office 800-772-1213, ssa.gov Winter Haven Sun (newspaper) 863-533-4183 winterhavensun.com

Locations

Physicians & Provider Listing At Bond Clinic, we are committed to providing Polk County and the surrounding region with qualify medical professionals.

Main Campus 500 E. Central Ave. Winter Haven, FL 33880

First Street Campus 325 First Street N. Winter Haven, FL 33881

Downtown Campus 199 Ave B, N.W. Winter Haven, FL 33881

East Campus Off Cypress Gardens Blvd.

3000 Woodmont Ave. Winter Haven, FL 33884

Ophthalmology Adjacent to the Main Campus

506 Ave A, S.E. Winter Haven, FL 33880

Davenport Campus 2320 North Blvd W, Suite C Davenport, FL 33837

Marc Feldman, DPM / Podiatry & Foot Surgery Winter Haven Office

401 E. Central Ave. Winter Haven, FL 33880 863-299-9100 Sebring Office

Lake Wales Office

4900 Sun N Lake Blvd. #1 Sebring, FL 33872 863-299-9100

1342 S.R. 60 East Lake Wales, FL 33853 863-679-1552

Lakeland Office 4730 Explorations Ave. Lakeland, FL 33812

Located in the Orange Grove Plaza

By Appointment Only

Cardiology Bhatia, Karan K., MD Mustafa, Muhammad, MD Vigoreaux, Jose R., MD Willard, E.H., MD Ritter, Cynthia, ARNP Cardiology (Interventional) Cosme, Octavio, MD Patel, Mrudula, AGNP Endocrinology & Diabetes Miller, Christopher, MD Skukowski, Bobbie, ARNP Family Medicine Arana, Flavio R., MD Arango, Cecilia, MD Koilpillai, Robinson, MD Magno, Alexander S., MD O’Meara, Mary, MD Torres, Eduardo, MD Ash, Greisy, ARNP Carbone, Carrie, ARNP Cassady, Stephanie, ARNP Cox, Jennifer, ARNP Hughes, Jessica, ARNP Widner, Linda G., ARNP General Surgery & Surgical Oncology Gambaro, Esteban, MD Hospitalist Carlucci, Joseph A., MD Muniz, Elvin, MD Paul, Nisha, MD Shamim, Talha, MD Miller, Emily, ARNP Reedy, Clayton, ARNP Rivera, Ruby A., ARNP

Internal Medicine Doval, Armando, MD Farrell, Cathy, MD Lakhani, Sonali, MD Lopez, Christopher, MD Prieto, Jose, DO Reyes, Pamela, MD Rivera, Juan R., MD Torres, Jorge, MD Bailey, Charla, ARNP Bridges, Stephanie, ARNP Garcia, Kristina, ARNP Ray, Brandi, ARNP Saucedo, Gerardo, FNP Nephrology Ibrahim, Sherif I, MD McClendon, Michele L., DO Lawrence, Laurel, ARNP White, Samantha, ARNP Neurology Rajguru, Shailesh, DO Nurse Practitioner *Listed by specialty Obstetrics Gabriel, Carlos I., MD Gynecology Gabriel, Carlos I., MD Kenaan, Jana, MD Salamon, Eva J., MD Valadez, Jenifer, NP-C Oncology & Hematology Hlalah, O. Abu, MD Rampersad, Michelle, ARNP

Ophthalmology Ort, Michael G., MD Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Lerner, Robert K., MD Morin, Paul M., MD Lewis, Jami, ARNP Moore, Vicki C., ARNP Pain Medicine(Interventional) Eldeeb, Mohammad A., MD Madrid, Amber, APRN Patterson, Lauren, ARNP Pediatrics Nguyen, Kenny, MD Harte, Brian, ARNP Jones, Courtney, CPNP Jones, Lorrie, ARNP Rodriguez, Payton, CPNP Torres, Heather, CPNP Balogh, Jeremy S., DPT Cole, Lenny, DPT Pegarido, Nicole, DPT Physician Assistant *Listed by specialty Podiatry & Foot Surgery Englert, Christopher, DPM Feldman, Marc, DPM

Sleep Medicine Romeu-Velez, Jesse, MD Conner, Mike, ARNP

Iakovidis, Panagiotis, MD Lambert, Jr., C. Jake, MD Cayson, Barry, ARNP Rodriguez, Christopher, PA Urgent Care Barrow, Michelle, PA-C Calderon, Amelia, ARNP Davidson, KC, ARNP Reed, Deloris, ARNP Urology & Urologic Surgery Lee, Kevin, MD Romero, Claudio, MD Pickard, Martha, ARNP Vascular Surgery Iakovidis, Panagiotis, MD Lambert, Jr., C. Jake, MD Cayson, Barry, ARNP Rodriguez, Christopher, PA Wound Care Iakovidis, Panagiotis, MD Lambert, Jr., C. Jake, MD Cayson, Barry, ARNP Rodriguez, Christopher, PA

Pulmonology Romeu-Velez, Jesse, MD Conner, Mike, ARNP Rheumatology Pancorbo, Roberto, MD Robertson, Sally, ARNP

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325 First Street N 863-293-1191 x3693

863-293-1191

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AN EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT DESIGNED FOR WHEN EVERY SECOND COUNTS. Winter Haven Hospital’s expanded Emergency Department is larger and more technologically advanced, and was designed to be more efficient than ever before. Patient and physician interaction is easier so our highly trained staff can continue to provide the quality, compassionate care you deserve. We hope you never need our Emergency Department. But if you do, you can trust us for personalized care when you need it most. For more information: WHHEmergency.org

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