When the chatter lags at the holiday dinner table, hop in with one of these conversation starters to impress your guests with your local knowledge.
Tell the history of Blinky the Alligator
Say “see you later” to awkward silences with the story of Blinky, Lakeland’s unofficial mascot during the 1970s. If your guests are one-eyed reptile fans, ask them if they would have given him a kiss on the snout back then.
Debate the best coffee shop
Everyone’s got an opinion on this one. Whether they prefer to sip a latte during Hillcrest’s live music nights, or they’re a bookworm regular at Pressed, see if one local coffee house reigns supreme in your family.
Plan a local celebrity sightseeing trip
Did your loved ones know that Hollis Garden is home to several trees grown from cuttings of celebrities’ trees? Tell your guests about our tree-mendous connection to Elvis Presley, Abraham Lincoln, and more famous names.
What are you bringing up this season? Tell us so we can add a little spice to our holiday conversations.
