Lakeland Hair Salon Schedules Fourth Ann...
Posted by Lorrie Walker on May 18, 2012 in All About Breast Cancer, Charity/Volunteer, Lakeland | 0 comments
LAKELAND, FLORIDA—Michael Rose Hair Designs will host the fourth annual Hair for Hope on Thursday, Oct. 11, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Participants are sought to donate at least 8 inches of hair. The hair must be freshly washed and be free of hair care products. It must not be bleached, permanently colored or treated with any kind of chemicals, and it cannot be more than five percent...
Polk Senior Games Elects New Directors a...
Five new Directors and Officers for the 2012 – 2013 year of Polk Senior Games were elected at the April Board meeting of the organization. New board members are Irene Prewitt, Stephen Mann, Cindy Dulin, Rodger Ricks and Carrie Laidler. Members of the Executive Committee are President Rudy Gittens, 1st Vice President Bud Hollowell, 2nd Vice President Dick Cheney, Secretary Duane...Winter Haven Mayor Challenges Dade City ...
It Felt Good
Posted by Nana’s Home and Garden by Glenda Mink on May 4, 2012 in Blogging, Charity/Volunteer, Environment, Government, Home/Garden | 0 comments
One small patch of the once beautiful wild coffee needed a good shot of iron to restore yellowing leaves to the same lush and shiny evergreen displayed by the remainder that provided stem cuttings for youngsters who participated in our popular “It Matters What You Grow” Dirt Day plant propagation workshop held last Saturday at Christina Park. Kids ages 6 to 12 and their adult...
Run4Dreams 5K Raises Over $21,000
Casino Night Reverse Raffle at Lake Eva
Posted by Haines City Parks & Recreation on Apr 26, 2012 in Charity/Volunteer, Entertainment | 0 comments
The 17th Annual Reverse Raffle with a Casino Night theme is presented by the Haines City Parks & Recreation Department on Saturday, May 5, at the Beautiful Lake Eva Banquet Hall, starting at 6:30 p.m. for cocktails with a cash bar, and a catered steak dinner will be served at 7 p.m. More than 100 door prizes will be raffled off, with cash prizes ranging from $50 to $1,000, and a...
15th Annual “Serving the Children” Chari...
Childhood Heroes Make Dreams Come True
Mulberry Great American Cleanup Saturday...
Posted by Keep Polk County Beautiful on Apr 9, 2012 in Charity/Volunteer, Education, Environment | 0 comments
Keep Polk County Beautiful, Inc. in partnership with the City of Mulberry and Magnify Credit Union, invite you to participate in this year’s City of Mulberry Great American Cleanup on Saturday, April 14, at Magnify Credit Union from 8 am-noon.
The Great American Cleanup is a nationwide cleanup initiative led by Keep America Beautiful. This cleanup event has taken place across the...
Sportsman’s Assn. Joins KPCB To Cl...
Posted by Keep Polk County Beautiful on Apr 9, 2012 in Charity/Volunteer, Education, Environment | 0 comments
Lake Wales – Kissimmee River Valley Sportsman’s Association’s (K.R.V.S.A) and Keep Polk County Beautiful, Inc. (KPCB) are gearing up again for this year’s 25th annual lake cleanup at Camp Mack in Lake Wales on April 14. K.R.V.S.A. is a local sportsman’s club whose motto is “Keeping our waterways Navigable,” who in addition to this event and others like it,...
Polk State Students See Opportunities in...
County Firefighters Team Up with MDA to ...
Posted by Polk County Board of County Commissioners on Apr 3, 2012 in Charity/Volunteer, Government | 0 comments
BARTOW – Polk County Fire Rescue will take to the streets the first three Fridays in April to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) through their signature “Fill the Boot” drive.
For more than half a century, the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) members have stood by the MDA, striving to make a difference in the lives of those affected by...
Keep Bartow Clean & Beautiful Event...
Posted by Bartow Chamber of Commerce on Apr 3, 2012 in Charity/Volunteer, Environment, Organization | 0 comments
Take part in the largest community cleanup event in the City of Bartow. The Solid Waste Department (SWD) and Keep Polk County Beautiful are partnering to kick-off Bartow’s annual Keep Bartow Clean & Beautiful/Great American Cleanup Event. Last year, more than 300 Bartow citizens and 13 civic clubs volunteered to keep Bartow clean and beautiful.
The Greater Bartow Chamber...
Fort Meade Relay A Celebration
Posted by Marialice Quinn on Apr 3, 2012 in All About Breast Cancer, Charity/Volunteer, Health/Fitness | 0 comments
Fort Meade Relay For Life will be held Friday and Saturday, April 6-7, at the American Legion on N. Charleston. And this year is going to be very different for teams and supporters of the American Cancer Society in Fort Meade.
WHAT: Fort Meade Relay For Life
WHEN: Friday and Saturday, April 6-7
FRIDAY:
Registered Survivor Reception at 5 p.m.
Opening ceremony – 6...
Polk State Donates Soccer Uniforms to Ch...
Meet Me In Polk: For Wining and Dining a...
Posted by Marialice Quinn on Mar 22, 2012 in Charity/Volunteer, Entertainment, From the Publisher, Health/Fitness | 0 comments
Buckler’s Arts & Crafts Show is back in town Thursday and Friday (March 23/24) at the Lakeland Center. What a great time to start your Christmas shopping. $6 (good both days with hand stamp), free parking.
Lift your glass for a toast to the Alliance for Independence at the annual Wine Festival Of Central Florida, Friday night, March 23, at the Lake Mirror Promenade. More...
7th Annual Women of Distinction Awards
Posted by NAWBO Lakeland Metro on Mar 20, 2012 in Charity/Volunteer, Lakeland, Organization | 0 comments
The Lakeland Metro Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) is pleased to present the 7th Annual Women of Distinction Awards. This event recognizes women in Polk County who exemplify the values of achievement, integrity, professionalism, community service and personal growth. We are proud to be able to recognize their efforts and accomplishments.
The...
From Dolls to Roller Derby, Spring Obses...
Posted by Marialice Quinn on Mar 9, 2012 in Arts, Charity/Volunteer, Entertainment, From the Publisher, Home/Garden | 0 comments
Spring Obsession, Lakeland’s premier garden event in historic Downtown Lakeland’s Munn Park, is a celebration of garden, art and music featuring local and regional nurseries, garden vendors and art for and about the garden. On Saturday, March 10, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. you can enjoy a free family day of activities while exploring the many flowers and plants for sale, attend...
ISO Board Honors Greg And Christina Sale
BBQ and Live Auction to Benefit Family o...
From the Publisher, Marialice Quinn
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