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Casino Night Reverse Raffle at Lake Eva

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...
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Is Sleeping With Your Pet Really Dangero...

Is Sleeping With Your Pet Really Dangerous Or Just Hype?
Posted by Orchid Springs Animal Hospital on Apr 24, 2012 in Education, Pets | 0 comments
By Dr. Mitsie Vargas Most pet owners don’t read or keep copies of the periodical, Emerging Infectious Diseases. But, when a newspaper cited this journal in an article describing the dangers of sleeping with pets, people took notice. When the same story was repeated hundreds of times, across all kinds of markets over 18 months, more and more individuals began to wonder of their pets...
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Amonda Rose Igoe to Speak at NAWBO Lakel...

Amonda Rose Igoe to Speak at NAWBO Lakeland Metro
Posted by NAWBO Lakeland Metro on Apr 24, 2012 in Education | 0 comments
The Lakeland Metro Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners will be meeting at 11:00am to 1:00pm at the Lakeland Yacht & Country Club on Thursday, May 3.  Our special guest speaker will be Amonda Rose Igoe, who will reveal some valuable Public Speaking Secrets.  We will also have our annual awards and the installation of our new Board of Directors.  The...
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Polk Seeks Vendors for Annual Hurricane ...

Polk Seeks Vendors for Annual Hurricane Expo
Posted by Polk County Board of County Commissioners on Apr 24, 2012 in Education | 0 comments
BARTOW –  Polk County Fire Rescue is seeking vendors for their annual Polk County Hurricane Expo planned for June 2 from 9 a.m. to 3p.m. at Lake Eva Banquet Hall in Haines City. The expo offers Polk County residents an opportunity to educate and prepare themselves for all potential hazards. PCFR is seeking vendors to provide relevant disaster preparedness information to residents...
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Arts and Music at Fort Meade’s Fri...

Arts and Music at Fort Meade’s Friday Night ‘Splash of Art’
Posted by Historic Fort Meade Chamber of Commerce on Apr 24, 2012 in Arts, Entertainment | 0 comments
Plein air or plein-air (pl n âr, pl-n r) adj. 1. Of or being a style of painting produced out of doors in natural light … the “e” on “air” is optional and Fort Meade has opted to add it for this Friday’s (April 27) first annual “Splash of Art” Plein Aire Art Fest. To round out the day, the Gone South Band will perform at DownTown Friday...
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PMoA Presents 41st Annual MIDFLORIDA May...

PMoA Presents 41st Annual MIDFLORIDA Mayfaire by-the-Lake
Posted by Polk Museum of Art on Apr 24, 2012 in Arts, Entertainment | 0 comments
LAKELAND – Polk Museum of Art proudly presents the 41th Annual MIDFLORIDA Mayfaire by-the-Lake from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, May 12 and 13, on the shores of Lake Morton in downtown Lakeland. Admission is free. Begun as a crafts fair on the lawn of the Lakeland Public Library, MIDFLORIDA Mayfaire by-the-Lake has grown into one of Florida’s premier outdoor art festivals...
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15th Annual “Serving the Children” Chari...

15th Annual “Serving the Children” Charity Golf Tournament
Posted by Marialice Quinn on Apr 24, 2012 in Charity/Volunteer | 0 comments
The Kiwanis Club of Winter Haven will hold its 15th annual “Serving the Children” golf tournament on Saturday, May 5, at Cypresswood Golf & Country Club. All proceeds from this event will go directly to projects benefiting children and families in the Winter Haven area. The club is seeking players, prizes and sponsors so show your support for your community by participating in...
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Polk State Honors Student-Athletes at An...

Polk State Honors Student-Athletes at Annual Banquet
Posted by Polk State College on Apr 24, 2012 in Education | 0 comments
Polk State’s Athletics Department honored its outstanding student-athletes Sunday during its annual Awards Banquet. During the ceremony at the Winter Haven Student Center, the Athletics Department presented a host of awards to its student-athletes, recognizing their academic accomplishments, athletic achievements and contributions to their team and College. Department-wide awards...
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MEET ME IN POLK: Polk Celebrates Earth D...

MEET ME IN POLK: Polk Celebrates Earth Day and Jazz
Posted by Marialice Quinn on Apr 20, 2012 in Arts, Education, Entertainment | 0 comments
Free Green Celebration, tonight, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. in honor of the 42nd Anniversary  Earth Day with a concert and showcase at the Lake Mirror Promenade. Sofa Kings provide the live entertainment and there will be a variety of exhibits promoting green living initiatives. Bring a blanket, a picnic basket and enjoy the festivities. Sponsored in part by the City of Lakeland, Magnify...
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Childhood Heroes Make Dreams Come True

Childhood Heroes Make Dreams Come True
Posted by Sunshine Foundation Dream Village on Apr 20, 2012 in Charity/Volunteer | 0 comments
Run Or Walk As Your Favorite Childhood Hero On Saturday To Make Dreams Come True REUNION – Reunion Resort will host the 2nd Annual 5K Run4Dreams on Saturday, April 21, starting at 7:30 a.m. This annual event will help bring in much-needed funding and awareness for the Sunshine Foundation Dream Village. The Sunshine Foundation is the original wish granting organization in the United...
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Theatre Winter Haven Announces Auditions...

Theatre Winter Haven Announces Auditions For “Hairspray”
Posted by Theatre Winter Haven on Apr 20, 2012 in Arts | 0 comments
Theatre Winter Haven announces auditions for it Summer Mummer’s production, “Hairspray,” will be held on Sunday, May 20, at 2 PM and Monday, May 21 at 7 PM.  They will be held at the Chain of Lakes Complex located at 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd., Winter Haven. The production will run July 20 through August 5. We will need a large cast of singers and dancers.  Have a song...
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Polk State to Offer Expanded Art Courses...

Polk State to Offer Expanded Art Courses in Lake Wales
Posted by Polk State College on Apr 20, 2012 in Arts, Education | 0 comments
Polk State College will offer an expanded array of art courses in Lake Wales this summer to serve both degree- and non-degree-seekers. “Polk State College is excited to bring these programs to the Lake Wales community. Polk State has a rich tradition of Fine Arts programming, and is continuously looking for ways to better serve all residents and areas of Polk County, and these...
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PSC Early Childhood Education Program Se...

PSC Early Childhood Education Program Sees Remarkable Growth
Posted by Polk State College on Apr 20, 2012 in Education | 0 comments
For the unacquainted, early childhood education is all about naptimes and finger-painting, silly songs and afternoon snacks. In truth, the field is far more complicated — and growing more so all the time. Training requirements are more stringent than ever. Employers are taking a more selective approach to hiring. Research continues to emphasize the importance of early education in...
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Wings, Horses, Cars, Crafts and Bikes

Wings, Horses, Cars, Crafts and Bikes
Posted by Marialice Quinn on Apr 13, 2012 in Entertainment, From the Publisher | 0 comments
Whether you fly in or drive in, don’t miss the first Wingin’ It Festival at Winter Haven Airport. Friday, April 13, from 5:30 to 10 p.m. and Saturday, April 14, from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Parking is $3, but the festival is free with lots of food and fun for the entire family. Benefits the Bryce’s Buddies Juvenile Diabetes Foundation Inc. Bach Festival Friday, April 13, at...
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Celebrate Public Art at Central Park Str...

Celebrate Public Art at Central Park Stroll in Winter Haven
Posted by Polk Museum of Art on Apr 13, 2012 in Arts, Entertainment | 0 comments
LAKELAND – Polk Museum of Art and the City of Winter Haven are pleased to announce the selection of 10 new sculptures that will be displayed in the Central Park area of Winter Haven for the next year as part of the 12th Annual Florida Outdoor Sculpture Competition. This is the seventh year that the pieces selected in the Florida Outdoor Sculpture Competition have been displayed in...
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Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing!’ Weekend Offer...

Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing!’ Weekend Offers Angling Fun
Posted by Marialice Quinn on Apr 9, 2012 in Education | 0 comments
Women are invited to explore the finest of fishing at the next “Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing!” seminar, April 20-22 at the I.T. Parker Community Center in Dania Beach in the Fort Lauderdale area. Held in conjunction with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) through the Sport Fish Restoration Program, “Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing!” is a national...
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Polk State College to Host Southern Frie...

Polk State College to Host Southern Fried Jazz Band
Posted by Polk State College on Apr 9, 2012 in Entertainment | 0 comments
Whether you’re a lover of jazz or simply curious to learn more about it, Polk State College is the place to be on Saturday, April 14. The Southern Fried Jazz Band will take the stage at the Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre at 7:30 p.m., offering attendees a night of spicy, spontaneous performance. Their rollicking repertoire includes Dixieland numbers such as “When You’re...
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TWH Announces Cast For Neil Simon’...

TWH Announces Cast For Neil Simon’s ‘Rumors’
Posted by Theatre Winter Haven on Apr 9, 2012 in Entertainment | 0 comments
Theatre Winter Haven announces the cast has been chosen for its production of “Rumors.” This show runs April 12 through April 29. Larry Helms plays Lenny Gantz and Suzanne Clark plays his wife Claire. Brent Walker and Lori Engler are Ken and Chris Gorman.  Ernie and Cookie Cusack are played by Thom Mesrobian and Rhona Dalusong.  Glenn Cooper is played by Zach Wasson and...
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Mulberry Great American Cleanup Saturday...

Mulberry Great American Cleanup Saturday, April 14
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...
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Sportsman’s Assn. Joins KPCB To Cl...

Sportsman’s Assn. Joins KPCB To Clean Up Camp Mack
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,...
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