MEET ME IN POLK: For Music, Murder and &...
Posted by Marialice Quinn on May 18, 2012 in Arts, Entertainment, From the Publisher, Health/Fitness | 0 comments
More than 2,300 competitors from across the county, state, nation and even world will make their way to Haines City this weekend for the start of Ironman 70.3 Florida. Here, these triathletes will test their athletic abilities, stamina and competitive drive on the 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike and 13.1 mile run.
Music is in the air at the Polk Theatre with another spectacular...
MEET ME IN POLK: Mom Has Lots To Choose ...
Posted by Marialice Quinn on May 11, 2012 in Arts, Education, Entertainment, Environment, From the Publisher, Home/Garden | 0 comments
Let’s all look forward to good weather this weekend because Mom deserves to mingle with artists from around the country on Lake Morton during the 41st Annual MIDFLORIDA Mayfaire by-the-Lake Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday night you can hear some great jazz sounds at the performance of “All That Jazz.” This free Tuesday Music Club event features...
Meet Me In Polk: Robots and Public Works...
Posted by Marialice Quinn on May 4, 2012 in Arts, Education, Entertainment, From the Publisher | 0 comments
USF Poly’s FIRST Lego League World Invitational Open 2012 continues through Sunday at All Saints Academy, Lake Mirror Complex and LEGOLAND Florida. This “Robots In Paradise” Robotics Competition will bring in 64 teams from all around the world to compete by invitation only. Schedule of events: http://bit.ly/JjxAXX.
Downtown Lakeland’s First Friday...
Meet Me In Polk: SkippyJon Jones WILL Ma...
Posted by Lakeland Community Theatre on Apr 27, 2012 in Arts, Entertainment, From the Publisher | 0 comments
Out of the Box, LCTheatre’s “troupe with unique abilities” brings us a special presentation of “SkippyJon Jones,” Thursday night at the Lake Mirror Theatre. This special needs theatre troupe consists of 17 members, ages 12 to 50. These unique and talented individuals share a passion for theatre, and they are having a blast getting to do what they love!...
Wings, Horses, Cars, Crafts and Bikes
State Assists With Cervical and Breast C...
Posted by Marialice Quinn on Apr 3, 2012 in All About Breast Cancer, From the Publisher | 0 comments
The Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Program makes it easy to get the breast and cervical cancer screenings doctors recommend. The national program emphasizes providing services for women who have not had a screening exam in five years or longer.
Services provided by regional coordinators include:
•Breast and cervical cancer screening exams (clinical breast exams, mammograms,...
Meet Me In Polk: Planes Fill The Skies; ...
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...
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...
Meet Me In Polk: There’s a Whole L...
Posted by Marialice Quinn on Mar 2, 2012 in Arts, Entertainment, From the Publisher, Home/Garden | 0 comments
Continuing through March 18 is “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story,” a Theatre Winter Haven production, at the Chain of Lakes Complex.
The Lakeland Community Theatre’s production of “My Fair Lady” also continues through March 11 at the Lake Mirror Center.
Harrison School for the Arts Musical Theatre Department presents “Little Women” today through...
Greek Food and Fun, Ribs and Cow Camp an...
Posted by Marialice Quinn on Feb 24, 2012 in Arts, Entertainment, Environment, From the Publisher | 0 comments
Opa is a Greek word used to describe a jubilant emotion during a celebration, and a lot of folks will be shouting “Opa!” today through Sunday at the St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church Greek Festival. Food, tours of the church, dancing, attic treasures vendors, local crafters, cooking demonstrations, gold and silver jewelry vendors, travelogue of Greece. Friday and Saturday:...
Meet Me In Polk: Fairs, Festivals, Stage...
Free Exercise Program for Cancer Survivo...
Posted by All About Breast Cancer on Feb 5, 2012 in All About Breast Cancer, From the Publisher | 0 comments
The cancer exercise program at Lakeland Regional Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine Clinic is a FREE community service provided for cancer survivors. More information can be obtained by calling 863-687-1189....
CancerCare Offers Online Support and Fin...
Posted by All About Breast Cancer on Jan 21, 2012 in All About Breast Cancer, From the Publisher | 0 comments
We offer limited finanacial assistance for cancer-related costs, and our professional oncology social workers can help you find resources.
We can help with costs such as:
Transportation to and from appointments
Home care
Child care
Pain medication
Lymphedema supplies
To qualify for assistance, you will need to meet eligibility requirements and share information about your...
American Breast Cancer Foundation, Key T...
Posted by Marialice Quinn on Jan 21, 2012 in All About Breast Cancer, From the Publisher | 0 comments
American Breast Cancer Foundation, Key To Life Program provides individuals in need with financial assistance for mammograms and diagnostic testing. Also offers help with medication, wigs and other resources. For more information call or visit the website: http://abcf.org/
1-877-539-2543
Our Mission
To provide individuals in financial need, their families and their loved ones...
Komen Race Online Registration Closes; L...
Posted by All About Breast Cancer on Jan 10, 2012 in All About Breast Cancer, Charity/Volunteer, Education, From the Publisher, Health/Fitness | 0 comments
Online Registration Needs To Close At Midnight On Wednesday
The rate for registration across all events increases by $5 after this date.
BUT…We will be taking “late registrations” throughout via the registration forms:
Late registration opening at Tigertown, Friday, January 13, 3-7 p.m. at the Ticket Counter area. And, also early morning Race Day, Saturday, Jan. 14...
Finding a Patient Advocate Just Got Easi...
Posted by All About Breast Cancer on Dec 21, 2011 in All About Breast Cancer, Education, From the Publisher | 0 comments
Patient Advocate Foundation
Patient Advocate Foundation is dedicated to ensuring that all Americans have access to healthcare. Case Managers are available to assist patients affected by debilitating or life threatening illnesses by empowering them to be able to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare options.
Our Mission is to provide effective mediation and arbitration...
MMIP: Florida Flywheelers Host ‘Ch...
Kids’ Nature Festival at Tenoroc
Posted by Marialice Quinn on Dec 2, 2011 in Entertainment, From the Publisher, Health/Fitness | 0 comments
Kid’s Nature Festival, Saturday, Dec. 3, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tenoroc Fish Management Area (an outdoor recreation area in northeast Lakeland). Free lunch. Live native animals, fossil dig, pony rides, fishing, nature exhibits, Smokey Bear, Native American Indians, games and prizes.
Follow the signs at Tenoroc Fish Management Area office located at 3829 Tenoroc Mine Road. Sponsored...
Parades Lead Off Fun-Filled Holiday Seas...
Posted by Marialice Quinn on Dec 2, 2011 in Arts, Charity/Volunteer, Entertainment, From the Publisher | 0 comments
Holiday Happenings means Downtown Lakeland stays open late for holiday shopping and cheer tonight. Get some holiday shopping done and enjoy the yuletide spirit. Photos with Santa, holiday music and entertainment. Dec. 2, 6-9 p.m.
Rock on over to the Jingle Bell Rock Party at Wabash Community Center, 1230 Southern Ave., Lakeland Dec. 2 from 6 to 9 p.m. Presented by Polk County Parks...
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