Shopping this season is made easy with Six & Main holiday gift guides. | Photo provided by Six & Main
Have you made a list, checked it twice, but still feel like you’re missing that special gift? Don’t worry because we’ve got you covered with a gift guide featuring everything from clothing and accessories to candles and coffee from artists and brands in our online shop, Six & Main.
Whether you’re shopping for the ultimate party host, your favorite homebody, or someone in between, there’s a giftfor everyone.
Adventurers can relax in outdoor chairs from Trippy Outdoor, keep their brews cold with Kanga Coolers, and catch a big one with fishing supplies from Toadfish. To fully equip them to explore the great outdoors, add a Jack Foster hat + Rheos floating sunglasses.
Before you stick a bow on it, click the button below to explore more gifts, including options for the foodie and pet lover in your life.
Wine, Chocolate and Cheese | Thursday, Nov. 17 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce, 401 Ave. B NW, Winter Haven | $30-$35 | Pick up your tasting passport and try wine and cheese or chocolate pairings from 30+ downtown Winter Haven businesses.
T-R-I-V-I-A | Thursday, Nov. 17 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | The Joinery, 640 E. Main St., Lakeland | Free | Show what you know to win prizes while enjoying deals on beer, wine, and cocktails.
SEU Percussion Group Concert | Thursday, Nov. 17 | 7:30 p.m. | Southeastern University, 1000 Longfellow Blvd, Lakeland | Free | Hear the Southeastern University Percussion Group perform a wide variety of music, from standard professional repertoire to the latest trends.
Sixx L Sixx w/ Smokin’ Chanchos | Friday, Nov. 18 | 7-10 p.m. | Swan Brewing, 115 W Pine St, Lakeland | Free | All ages are welcome to listen to live music from Sixx L Sixx and order from the Smokin’ Chanchos food truck.
Saturday, Nov. 19
35th Annual Margarita Ball | Saturday, Nov. 19 | 8-11 p.m. | Frances Langford Promenade, Lakeland | $45 | Bring a toy donation and enjoy an evening of live music, hors d’oeuvres, margaritas, and more from local restaurants and bars.
Architectural Tour at Polk County History Center | Saturday, Nov. 19 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Polk County History Center, 100 East Main St., Bartow | Free | Join this tour of the History Center to discover its neoclassical architectural elements, ongoing restoration, and historic preservation resources.
Sunday, Nov. 20
Public Skate 2022/23 | Sunday, Nov. 20 | 2:30-4 p.m. | Lakeland Ice Arena, 3395 W Memorial Blvd, Lakeland | $15 | Start your week on the ice at Lakeland’s only real ice arena — bundle up and bring or rent your skates.
Monday, Nov. 21
All of Us Choir Concert | Monday, Nov. 21 | 7:30 p.m. | Branscomb Auditorium, Florida Southern College, 1100 Johnson Ave., Lakeland | $5-$10 | Hear fun and powerful choral music with pieces that center on love and unity.
We have amonthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
Feel those cooler temperatures? You can thank a cold frontmoving south over Florida, plus yesterday’s morning showers. Pack a sweater today — temperatures will be 10 degrees below average. 🧤 (WFLA)
Edu
Due to school closures during Hurricane Nicole, Polk County Public Schools has announced that the final day of school for graduating seniors will now be Wednesday, May 17 instead of Tuesday, May 16, to meet Florida requirements.
Show
Lakelanders, is love truly blind?Netflix is now casting those in the Tampa area for the reality show "Love Is Blind.” Apply now for your chance to get engaged — without ever laying eyes on your partner. Are you applying? Let us know so we can cheer you on. 💍 (Fox 13 News)
Eat
If your park trip has you feeling peckish, check out the food options available at Bonnet Springs Park. From coffee and ice cream to burgers and a rooftop bar, everyone can find something to enjoy. View the options and their hours before your next trip here. (LkldNow)
Holiday
Are you bread-y for this? Bandidas isn’t just serving up holiday pies this Thanksgiving. You can also add a full focaccia loaf to your spread. Order sea salt, olive + herb, or apple, hazelnut, and goat cheese loaves until Sunday, Nov. 20. 🥖
Add a piece of Lakeland to your Christmas tree with an origami swan ornament made in the Catapult Makerspace by Robert Berganza Furniture. Buy your handmade, solid walnut ornament online, or find them at the Downtown Farmers Curb Market throughout the holiday season.
Community
Join Polk Pride for its November Happy Hour eventtonight from 6-9 p.m. at Front Page Brewing Company(190 S. Florida Ave., Bartow). Grab a drink, try your luck at bingo, and hit Legacy Craft BBQ’s food truck with members of Polk County’s LGBTQ+ community.
Cause
Those in need this Thanksgiving can head to Brooks Law Group(123 1st St. N., Winter Haven) for its annual Turkey Giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 19 at 8a.m. Get a free turkey and side items while country music radio station 97.5 WPCV broadcasts live on-site.
Drink
Sip and shop your way through your grocery list with Publix Pours. This store feature where you can order a coffee, beer, wine, or kombucha while you shop is currently available at Publix GreenWise Market, and it could expand to other stores. Visit today for a wintry iced peppermint matcha. 🍵 (WFLA)
Trending
Following several delays, the Artemis I rocketfinally launched from Kennedy Space Center yesterday, with hopes of returning astronauts to the moon. Did you know Polk County has its own lunar connections? Check out how an astronaut’s favorite local meal made it to the moon. (Florida Today)
Wellness
This winter, give yourself or a deserving friend the gift of an innovative wellness experience at Ayan Wellness. Their team of highly-trained nurses + doctors offer a wide variety of integrative medicine + customized beauty services. Think: IV therapy, skin rejuvenation, or the perfect weekend (or mid-week) refresh. Call (863) 816-3449 to book a consultation. 💆 *
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Check Yoga Pointe’s weekend class schedule. | Photo by @julio__garza, courtesy of @yoga_pointe
Before the rush of the holidays begins next week, connect with your body and mind at these wellness events happening this weekend.
🧘 Zen Awakening Festival 2022 | Thursday, Nov. 17-Sunday, Nov. 20 | 1-11:45 p.m. | Zen Meditation Fields, 2505 W. Bella Vista St., Lakeland | $88-$333 | Visit this four-day music and arts festival to connect with performances, meditation, yoga, and 100+ workshops — on-site camping is available.
🧖 Complimentary Facial & Makeover Session | Saturday, Nov. 19 | 1-3 p.m. | Your CBD Store Lakeland, 3145 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland | Free | Get a free facial, charcoal mask detox, hand and lip treatment, plus a makeover and refreshments — seating is limited.
🐐 Goat Yoga on the Farm! | Sunday, Nov. 20 | 9:30-10:30 a.m. | The Cloven Hoof Farm, 6170 Robbins Rd., Lakeland | $20 | Get your flow on with a beginner-friendly yoga class surrounded by baby goats.
Looking for wellness all week long? Click below to learn how to have a self-care day anytime in Lakeland.
Editor’s pick: In case you missed it,holiday decorationsare now up around the Frances Langford Promenade — a sure sign that it’s time to ring in the season. User @paperbesos asked what happened to the light-up sea monster that used to take over Lake Mirror in a Santa hat. If you have the scoop, tell us where the monster might be today.
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