Rilee here đ. As we head into the weekend, I canât help but feel some extraholiday spirit. Iâm looking forward to one of my favorite annual traditions: Drinking a hot chocolate while walking around Lake Hollingsworth to admire the Christmas lights.
Here are nine events happening this weekend:
EVENTS THIS WEEKEND
Friday, Dec. 16
Festive Friday | Friday, Dec. 16 | 5-8 p.m. | Downtown Lakeland | Free | Stroll downtown with Christmas lights and characters in Munn Park â retail stores will be open later for shoppers.
Dinner with the Dickenâs Carolers | Friday, Dec. 16-Saturday, Dec. 17 | 6-9 p.m. | Terrace Grille Lakeland, 329 E. Main St., Lakeland | Free | Hear the musical stylings of The Dickenâs Carolers during dinner service at The Terrace Grille â reservations are recommended.
Family Movie Night | Friday, Dec. 16 | 6:30-9 p.m. | First Presbyterian Church of Lakeland, 175 Lake Hollingsworth Dr., Lakeland | Free | Watch the holiday movie âElfâ outdoors with a view of Lake Hollingsworth â bring your own chairs or blankets.
Saturday, Dec. 17
Downtown Farmers Curb Market | Saturday, Dec. 17 | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Downtown Lakeland | Free | Shop produce, plants, and handmade goods from local makers at this weekly downtown farmerâs market.
Plant City Strawberry Classic Cruise-In | Saturday, Dec. 17 | 3-6 p.m. | Downtown Plant City, 102 N. Palmer St. | Free | Peruse classic cars and trucks from 1995 and older, shop downtown, and enjoy music by DJ John Paul Gasca.
The Joinery Dime | Saturday, Dec. 17 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | The Joinery, 640 E. Main St., Lakeland | Shop locally-made art, jewelry, handmade goods, and home decor, meet adoptable cats, and try craft cocktails.
Sunday, Dec. 18
Goat Yoga on the Farm! | Sunday, Dec. 18 | 1-2 p.m. | The Cloven Hoof Farm, 6170 Robbins Rd, Lakeland | $20 | Get your flow on with a beginner-friendly yoga class surrounded by baby goats.
âRudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Jr.â | Sunday, Dec. 18 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Lakeland Community Theatre, 121 S. Lake Ave., Lakeland | $12-$15 | See a musical adaptation of this beloved television special, filled with holiday hits and favorite characters.
Florida Dance Theatre presents âThe Nutcrackerâ | Sunday, Dec. 18 | 7:30 p.m. | Branscomb Auditorium, Robert Davis Performing Arts Center, Florida Southern College, 1100 Johnson Ave., Lakeland | $15-$25 | Venture to the Land of the Sweets with the Nutcracker Prince in this traditional holiday favorite ballet.
In case you missed it, we shared some of our favorite history pieces with you inThe Wrap of Wednesdayâs newsletter. If you already brushed up on snowfall, Chalet Suzanne, Publix scales, Florida Southern College, and Bok Tower Gardens, may we interest you in the history of your favorite downtown hotel?
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GREAT ESCAPES
Our guide to Harrisonburg, VA
Great Escapes: Our guide to Harrisonburg, VA
Raise a glass to the mountains at CrossKeys Vineyards. | Photo by 6AM City
Planning a getaway? Check out Harrisonburg, VA, a mountain town with a lot of spirit, sports, and so many snacks.
Why go? Harrisonburg is a smaller city within driving distance of hiking, caving, winery exploring + world-class collegiate sports. Itâs always buzzing with action, which means every season brings a new restaurant, new place to stay, and festival.
Act like a local: Catch dinner, drinks + a show at the Golden Pony, a downtown spot which hosts local live music nearly every night. The baked pimento cheese dip goes well with just about every genre.
Where to stay: Hotel Madison is right on James Madison University campus, within walking distance of downtown and Bridgeforth Stadium.
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