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Urban bike race will speed through Lakel...

“Urban” is a great word, isn’t it? No matter what it’s placed in front of, “urban” always makes a noun seem a little cooler. Urban Outfitters, urban legends, urban dictionary—you get the idea. In this instance, “urban” is making bike races sound cooler for the Urban Mountain Bike Criterium (not that they weren’t cool already!). [...]

Get your athlete on: Upcoming triathlons...

Are you one of those insanely fit, brave people who trucks around Lake Hollingsworth any time of year, day or night, in all kinds of weather? If you’re that dedicated runner, check out some upcoming triathlons and 5K’s. Put your athleticism to good use and raise money for causes while also showing off to all [...]

Platform.5 Youth & Art Saturday, Feb...

It’s a Small World – Youth as the Catalyst for Change I stopped by to see how set up was going today and to see what I could do to help.  The walls are covered with visual art. Rehearsals are happening. The film screening room is prepared. Tables are set up for creating art. Looks like another fantastic Platform.5 Youth & Art event is ready to go.  How can you help?  Come on...

Cheap date ideas for Valentine’s Day

  The day has (almost) arrived, folks. The day that makes boyfriends quake, girlfriends become eager and excited, and singles snuggle under the covers and wait until it’s all over. That’s right: It’s (almost) Valentine’s Day. Guys, if you’re on a budget and wondering what you can possibly do to make your girlfriend happy on [...]

Oct 21-23: This Weekend in Florida’...

Oct 21-23: This Weekend in Florida’s Heart of the Arts
October is National Arts & Humanities Month and Polk County is celebrating in a big way with more than 100 arts and cultural activities happening in the Heart of the Arts during the month. Oct 21 Ghosts of Bartow Walking Tours, 9 to 11 pm at Polk County Historical Museum, Bartow. $25.00 includes a light reception, Polk Proud T-shirt and commemorative photograph. Not...

Oct 21-23: This Weekend in Florida’s Hea...

October is National Arts & Humanities Month and Polk County is celebrating in a big way with more than 100 arts and cultural activities happening in the Heart of the Arts during the month. Friday, October 21st Oct 21 Ghosts of Bartow Walking Tours, 9 to 11 pm at Polk County Historical Museum, Bartow. $25.00 includes a light reception, Polk Proud T-shirt and commemorative...

Oct 15-16 This Weekend in the Heart of t...

October is National Arts & Humanities Month and Polk County is celebrating in a big way with more than 100 arts and cultural activities happening in the Heart of the Arts during the month. Register for a chance to win awesome “ARTS” prizes at participating arts and cultural events in Polk County.  Look for the Heart of the Arts Logo and provide your contact information once...

Oct 15-16 in the Heart of the Arts

Oct 15-16 in the Heart of the Arts
This weekend  in the Heart of the Arts. Saturday, October 15 Boktoberfest Plant Sale & Celebration from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Bok Tower Garden’s third annual Boktoberfest will have free admission and family fun from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy live entertainment, German food, craft beers, tree climbing, children’s activities and unique plants for sale. Tom MacCubbin, Florida’s...

Oct 10-14 in the Heart of the Arts

Oct 10-14 in the Heart of the Arts
October is National Arts and Humanities Month—the largest annual celebration of the arts and humanities in the nation! Polk’s arts and cultural organizations are celebrating in a big way, by presenting over 100 arts and cultural events and exhibitions during a month long Heart of the Arts celebration. Learn about Polk’s arts and cultural activities in Art-i-facts...

Oct 7-9: This Weekend in the Heart of th...

It’s National Arts & Humanities Month and we are celebrating in the Heart of the Arts in a big way.  There are more than 100 arts and cultural activities taking place during October. Attend arts activities this month and register for a chance to win awesome “ARTS” prizes! The rules are easy. Look for the Heart of the Arts Logo at participating arts and cultural...

Oct 7-9: This Weekend in the Heart of th...

It’s National Arts & Humanities Month and we are celebrating in the Heart of the Arts in a big way.  There are more than 100 arts and cultural activities taking place during October. Attend arts activities this month and register for a chance to win awesome “ARTS” prizes! The rules are easy. Look for the Heart of the Arts Logo at participating arts and cultural events in...

Oct 3-7 in the Heart of the Arts

It’s National Arts & Humanities Month and we are celebrating in the Heart of the Arts in a big way.  There are more than 100 arts and cultural activities taking place during the October. Attend arts activities in October and register for a chance to win awesome “ARTS” prizes! The rules are easy. Look for the Heart of the Arts Logo at participating arts and...

Oct 1-2: This Weekend in the Heart of th...

October is National Arts and Humanities Month — the largest annual celebration of the arts and humanities in the nation!  Polk’s arts and cultural organizations are celebrating in a big way, by presenting more than 100 arts and cultural events and activities during a Heart of the Arts Festival celebration throughout the month of October. View the October events calendar on...

Sep 26-Oct 2: This Week in Arts & Cu...

Sep 26-Oct 2: This Week in Arts & Culture
Arts & Cultural Events and Exhibits this week. Monday, September 26 – Sunday, October 2, 2011 Click the links below to learn more. Events: Sep 26-Nov 5: Fall Art Classes at Polk Museum of Art Sept 26-30: Explorations V Children’s Daily Sessions Sept 26: After School Art (Ages 5 & Up) Sept 26 & 27: Auditions for LCT Main Stage Production of Anything...

Arts & Culture this week in Sunny Ce...

The season is in full swing now, with arts and cultural offerings to fit every budget and taste. Sept 19-23, 10:30am-12:00pm Daily Sessions at Explorations V Children’s Museum Magical Monday, Sept 19           Where the Wild Things Are       Literacy Terrific Tuesday, Sept 20           Fall Leaf Match                              School Readiness Wacky...

Theatre is Everywhere This Weekend in Ce...

There is potential to double up on a couple of events going on this weekend in Central Florida. Sept 15-18: The Full Monty presented by Theatre Winter Haven at the Chain of Lakes Complex. Thu-Sat, Sept 15-17, 7:30pm; Sun, Sept 18, 2:30pm.  Adults $22/Students $19. Can’t make it this week? You are in luck. The show runs through October 9th. Tickets: 863-294-7469. Sept 16-18: The...

Sept 11: Events Give Time for Reflection

There are several cultural arts events this Sunday, September 11th to give the public time to reflect on the tragic events of September 11, 2001.  The events are listed below in time order. Bok Tower Gardens Remembers at 2 p.m. Commemorate the 10th anniversary of 9/11 during a time of quiet reflection as we honor the memory of our fallen heroes. Help plant two live oak tree dedicated...

“Another Earth” at Polk Theatre this wee...

The Polk Theatre is showing yet another great movie this weekend. Starting this Friday, “Another Earth” will be playing at your favorite Lakeland movie theatre. The film, a Sundance Film Festival winner, is about a brilliant astrophysics student and a married composer whose wife is expecting their second child. Tragedy strikes, another earth is discovered,...

West Oaks Mall Helps Parents And Kids Pr...

West Oaks Mall Helps Parents And Kids Prepare For School
OCOEE, FLORIDA – [July 19, 2011] – West Oaks Mall in Ocoee, Fla. is throwing a free back to school party on Saturday, Aug. 13, 1-5 p.m. to help families prepare themselves inside and out for the new school year. In addition to the Florida tax free weekend on books, clothing and school supplies, West Oaks is spotlighting three Orlando organizations dedicated to preventing violence,...

Friday is Mental Health Matters Night at...

The 2nd annual Mental Health Matters Night at Tiger Town will be held on Friday, May 6, at Joker Marchant Stadium in Lakeland. Gates open 5:30pm.  Game time:  7pm. Stop at the booths on the concourse to find out about available mental health resources and services in our community. Purchase tickets from sponsors and a portion of the proceeds will go back to that organization.  Now...

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