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Walk for the Animals…they’re counting on...

The SPCA is gearing up for its 20th Anniversary Walk for the Animals event. This dog-friendly fund raiser and community event is scheduled for Saturday, April 21 from 7 a.m. to noon at Lake Hollingsworth in Lakeland. This event is tons of fun for the whole family and includes: 5K Run, Walkathon, contests with fantastic prizes, kid-friendly activities, demonstrations, exhibitors,...

Lemon St. will be all chalked up

Lemon Street is about to be converted into a chalk art gallery on Feb. 4 for the first annual Chalk For Charity. Tomorrow, both professional and novice artists will be scraping the streets with chalk and liquid tempera.  The money raised will go to the Lakeland Knights of Columbus Global Wheelchair Mission and The Lakeland [...]

First Fridays, BBQ, Fairs and Cows

First Fridays, BBQ, Fairs and Cows First Fridays, BBQ, Fairs and Cows Get more Lakeland news and information at LakelandLocal.com

Organic/Permaculture Class on Friday

Our January Organic/Permaculture Gardening 101 Classes at Scotty’s Living Farm: January 13 , Noon-2:30 p.m. More class details: http://thebarefootgardener.org/Scottys101class.htm Please email us at pegjeffcamp@yahoo.com with name(s) of those attending, home phone, cell phone. We gratefully accept donations of $15 or whatever you feel is good or service or??? or just bring a...

Volunteer Dinner

We love our volunteers! Volunteer Dinner Habitat of Lakeland would like to thank all our hard working volunteers that help us make a difference here in the community. If  you are a volunteer or have been in the past, please come and join us for our Volunteer Dinner. When:  January 19, 2012. Time: 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Where: First United Methodist Church ~ 72 Lake Morton Drive~...

SPCA Receives $25 for Each Test Drive at...

Cannon Subaru Owner Danny Cannon Filming Local TV Ad for Share the Love Event As part of its Share the Love event, Cannon Subaru is donating $25 to the SPCA for each test drive during the month of December. Our goal is 100 test drives (that’s $2,500 for the SPCA animals!). What an easy way to donate money to our four-legged friends! Cannon Subaru is located at 5210 S. Florida...

Parades Lead Off Fun-Filled Holiday Seas...

Parades Lead Off Fun-Filled Holiday Season
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...

Events December 1-5; Plus a Few Extras

Events December 1-5; Plus a Few Extras Events December 1-5; Plus a Few Extras Get more Lakeland news and information at LakelandLocal.com

Weekend Events – November 18-20

Weekend Events – November 18-20 Weekend Events – November 18-20 Get more Lakeland news and information at LakelandLocal.com

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...

Walk for the Animals Mascot Contest

How would you like to win a one-year supply of  dog food as well as the honor of leading the SPCA’s Walk for the Animals on Saturday, April 21, 2012? Get your cameras and stories ready because now is your chance! We want to hear what makes your pup special. Has he or she overcome a difficult circumstance? Had a profound impact  on you and your family? Or gone above and beyond...

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...

Habitat of Lakeland Blog 2011-09-20 11:5...

Lakeland Habitat  for Humanity needs you! We have so much going on and we do not want you to miss out. Come join us Saturday, September 24th at the Cleveland heights Golf & Country Club for our annual Golf Tournament. We will Tee off at 8:00 am, registration will begin at 7:00 am. For additional information on teams and sponsorship opportunities,  please click the...

LAKELAND RESTORE PRE LABOR DAY SALE!

Starting Thursday, September 1st ALL DONATED items in the Lakeland ReStore will be 25% off! Take some time out of your long weekend to shop around in the ReStore, we are constantly acquiring many different and unique items you would love to have around your house. If you thought the prices were lower before imagine the deals you can score with this additional 25% off this Labor Day...

Don’t miss the chit-chat at Pecha Kucha ...

Pecha Kucha Night Lakeland #4 when || friday August 5, 2011 || doors 7:20pm || presentations 8:20pm Location || Arts on the Park, 115 N. Kentucky Ave., Lakeland, FL  33801 Presentations: Henna Symbolism by Tejal Mehta Buckle Collection by Adam Justice History of the Paper Airplane by Dean Mackey Trashion Fashion by Neva the Diva [...]

Louis Pappas Night~ Wednesday July 13th

Join Lakeland Habitat for Humanity at Louis Pappas on  Wednesday, July 13th between 4:00- 9:00pm.   Louis Pappas will donate 10% of all proceeds to the building of homes through Lakeland Habitat for Humanity . Help us support our new Neighborhood Revitalization Initiative and come enjoy some great food! Louis Pappas Market Cafe 1318 Towncenter Drive Lakeland, FL 33803 Lakeside...

Eastern Caribbean cruise to benefit SPCA...

From Director of Community Relations, Jessica Lawson: Travel and Cruise World presents the third annual fund-raising cruise to benefit the SPCA. Celebrity Solstic departs from Fort Lauderdale at 4:30 p.m. on February 12, 2012 for a seven night cruise around the Eastern Caribbean. The cruise will visit San Juan, St. Thomas and St. Maarten. There are a variety of package options...

Bark in the Park Coming in July

From Director of Community Relations, Jessica Lawson: Bring your pooch along to watch Lakeland’s Flying Tigers face the St. Lucie Mets at Joker Marchant Stadium “Tigertown” located at 2301 Lakeland Hills Boulevard in Lakeland. Half of the proceeds from all pre-sell tickets and all pooch passes will benefit the SPCA. Human pre-sell tickets cost $5 and can be...

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