• Festive Flix | Friday, Feb. 10 | 7-9 p.m. | Frances Langford Promenade, 121 S. Lake Ave., Lakeland | Free | Bring your own chairs and blankets to enjoy a movie under the stars on the shore of Lake Mirror — this month’s flick is “Sing 2.”
• Chase Dixon | Friday, Feb. 10 | 7-10 p.m. | Union Taproom, 245 W. Central Ave., Ste. 102, Winter Haven | Free | Listen to the musical stylings of Chase Dixon while pouring your own drinks at Union Taproom.
• Gallery Perspectives | Friday, Feb. 10 | 12-1 p.m. | Polk Museum of Art, 800 E. Palmetto St., Lakeland | Free | Get an in-depth look at the museum’s current exhibit from curator and director Dr. Alex Rich.

• Flipping for Charities - Annual Kiwanis Pancake Festival | Saturday, Feb. 11 | 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland | $5-$25 | Support local organizations at this all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast.
• Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market | Saturday, Feb. 11 | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Downtown Lakeland | Free | Find fresh produce, plants, and locally handcrafted items at this outdoor farmers market.
• Gator Tooth Band w/ The Arepazo Grill | Saturday, Feb. 11 | 7-10 p.m. | Swan Brewing, 115 W. Pine St., Lakeland | Free | The Arepazo Grill is serving up fresh eats while The Gator Tooth Brand brings the tunes.
• Valentine Night Market | Saturday, Feb. 11 | 4-9 p.m. | Downtown Lakeland | Free | Spend an evening under the stars shopping, dining, and enjoying live music — downtown retail shops will be open late.

• Lakeland Record Fair | Sunday, Feb. 12 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Rec Room, 202 N. Massachusetts Ave., Lakeland | Free | Shop for records, cassettes, CDs, art, and other memorabilia from vendors across the state — a live DJ and local food will be on site.
• Lakeland Concert Band Valentine Concert | Sunday, Feb. 12 | 2:30 p.m. | Branscomb Auditorium, Florida Southern College, 1100 Johnson Ave., Lakeland | Free | Hear the Lakeland Concert Band perform their Valentines Concert — pre-show starts at 1:45 p.m., and parking is free.
• Forrest McCurren w/ La Comida Cafe | Sunday, Feb. 12 | 2-5 p.m. | Swan Brewing, 115 W. Pine St., Lakeland | Free | Enjoy an afternoon of live music and fresh eats before watching the big game.

• ICYMI, the Florida State Fair opened today. Check out our guide for everything you need to know — from where to park to what new menu items you can try while you’re there (ever heard of a pulled pork sandwich with waffles for buns?). 🎢

• Cupid, who? Lakeland Magic mascot Swish will visit your valentine this year for $50. Order your Swish Gram — which includes chocolates, a ticket voucher for an upcoming game, a t-shirt, and a special note — online.

• With weather like this, we can’t get enough of patio dining. Try taking Fido with you next time — many Swan City establishments welcome furry friends and even provide them with water bowls (and sometimes treats). You can find our list of dog-friendly patios here. 🐾

Act like a local

• Food: Treat yourself to a special, truly unique, multi-course meal showcasing organic, local, and wild-foraged ingredients at Mana Restaurant at the corner of Commercial and Division streets, near the river. Don’t forget to make a reservation.
• Outdoors: See if reindeer really know how to fly (and also pet and feed them) at Leavenworth Reindeer Farm, located a mere mile outside of town.

Where to stay

• Vrbo: Alpine View Haus on Main, a Bavarian-themed condo for up to four people (~$240/night)*
• Splurge hotel: Abendblume, a romantic Bavarian-style bed and breakfast (~$300/night)

• Here’s your reminder that Valentine’s Day is next Tuesday. Don’t forget to order that special someone a bouquet of flowers that will leave a lasting impression. Psst — check out Floom, an online marketplace that partners with florists that deliver locally. Shop Floom’s selection of special edition Valentine’s Day arrangements.*

• Dreaming of a tropical summer vacation? Us too. We’re eyeing this romantic villa with pristine views in Costa Rica and this charming beachfront cottage in St. Kitts. Or maybe we’ll splurge on a trip to Tahiti and stay in this beach house with a private pool.*

• What’s getting us through February: Our humidifiers. We love the Levoit Blue Cool Humidifier for its quiet design, multiple mist levels, and how easy it is to clean. Do your skin (not to mention, your houseplants) a favor and up your home hydration.*