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• Breastfeeding Support Group | Friday, Apr. 14 | 9-10 a.m. | CJB United Way Children’s Resource Center, 650 Bonnet Springs Blvd., Lakeland | Free | Learn breastfeeding tips from a lactation facilitator and connect with other expectant, breastfeeding, and pumping moms.
• Spring Pop-Up Series: NoxxKitchen | Friday, Apr. 14 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Catapult Lakeland, 502 E. Main St., Lakeland | Free | Enjoy Jamaican-inspired eats like jerk chicken on the Catapult patio.*
• Dixieland Night Market | Friday, Apr. 14 | 6-11 p.m. | Union Hall, 1023 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland | Free | Shop from local artisans, artists, and makers while enjoying live music at Union Hall and The Pink Piano.

• Teacher Professional Development Workshop | Saturday, Apr. 15 | 9 a.m. | Bonnet Springs Park, 400 Bonnet Springs Blvd., Lakeland | $5 | Teachers can get certified in Project WILD to teach their students about ecology, ethics, and more — Project WILD is aligned with Florida Science Standards.
• Auditions: Disney’s “Finding Nemo Jr.” | Saturday, Apr. 15 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Lakeland Community Theatre, 121 S. Lake Ave., Lakeland | Free | Just keep swimming and head to the Lakeland Community Theatre to audition for a stage adaptation of this classic family film — must schedule an audition time.
• Snapology Parents Night Out | Saturday, Apr. 15 | 5:30-9:30 p.m. | Sharkey’s Cuts For Kids, 4814 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland | $40 | Drop the kids off for a night of robotic builds, pizza, treats, games, free builds, and activities — children must be ages five and up.

• Fresh Picked Flowers | Sunday, Apr. 16 | 12:30-2:30 p.m. | Painting with a Twist, 3670 Harden Blvd., Lakeland | $39 | You don’t have to wait until May for flowers — paint your own bunch at this guided class with friends and refreshments.
• “The Sweet Delilah Swim Club” | Sunday, April 23 | 2-5 p.m. | Lakeland Community Theatre, 121 S. Lake Ave., Lakeland | $20-$26 | Watch this play about five Southern women who rely on their friendship to get through the challenges of life.
• Gospel in the Park | Sunday, Apr. 16 | 7-9 p.m. | Bonnet Springs Park, 400 Bonnet Springs Blvd., Lakeland | Free | Grammy-nominated Tim Bowman, Jr., Faith City Music, and local artist DAMES will perform gospel music.*

• Although the Lakeland Magic is leaving to Kissimmee, their arena won’t stay empty for long. Representatives from the RP Funding Center and Visit Central Florida say that they are working to fill vacancies at the RP Funding Center and Winter Haven’s AdventHealth Fieldhouse with other businesses. (The Ledger)

• Longtime Polk County School Board member Lori Cunningham plans to retire at the end of her current term in 2024. Lori will have served as the District 2 representative for 20 years at the time of her retirement. (LkldNow)

• The next Lakeland Book Crawl is just over a week away. From April 24-29, you can find giveaways and deals from different local independent booksellers each day. View the schedule and start planning your route.

• A donation to Talbot House can go even further this month. Through Sunday, April 30, each dollar donated will be matched by the charity, up to $100,000. Donate online to help Talbot House impact those experiencing homelessness in Lakeland.
• Be a part of Mayfaire by-the-Lake by volunteering in the Kids Zone. Sign up to help little ones create artwork, or help out in the Kids Collect tent where children can buy their own art to take home. Register to volunteer by Sunday, April 30.

• No. 15. That’s what Lakeland ranked on the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America’s list of allergy capitals in the US. The rankings were based on pollen counts, allergy medication use, and allergy specialist availability. We’d hand you a tissue if we could. (WFLA)

• Over 1,000 Girl Scouts will visit Florida Polytechnic University this weekend for the STEMapalooza event. Among them will be eight-year-old Elizabeth, who will receive a badge that flew to space on the Artemis 1 mission. All are welcome to attend STEMapalooza on Saturday, April 15 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (WFTS)

• The Lakeland Kiwanis Club has rescheduled its Caribbean Casino Night from tonight to Friday, June 2, giving you more time to work on your poker face. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Bethany Center for Grieving Children.

• Drink up, me hearties, and sing along at Dissent Craft Brewing’s Sea Shanty Sunday on April 16 at 5:30 p.m. Feel free to wear your pirate costume to this family-friendly event at 125 S. Kentucky Ave.

• Toxic algae have been found in Lake Hancock and Winter Haven’s Lake Rochelle. The Florida Department of Health advises staying away from the water until the algae has cleared — paddle over to one of our 30+ other lakes in the meantime. (The Ledger)

• Looking to add some new dinner recipes to the weekly rotation? We’re bookmarking this steak with red wine marinade, this baked chipotle fish with citrus mint rice, and this prosciutto-wrapped asparagus recipe.*

• Have a business idea, but don’t know where to begin? Here are 10 things you need to know to get a business started in Lakeland, including opening a website + social accounts, how to get a business license, EIN info, and more.*

• Did you know? Flu season in Florida spans from October to May — that’s why Lakeland Regional Health has two convenient Urgent Care locations. Whether it’s a cold, sore throat, minor burns, or the flu, the urgent care centers are there for you and your family, no appointment needed.*

• It’s shower season, and it’s time to celebrate the soon-to-be parents in your life. From onesies to burp cloths, our online store (Six & Main) has all the essentials for new parents. Shop for the bundle of joy now.

• The Green House Garden Store, 110 Easton Dr., Lakeland
• Peterson Nursery, 2184 E. County Rd. 540A, Lakeland
• Or check out this roundup of where to buy plants

• Trim and tidy | Toss out any plants that didn’t survive last year and start fresh.
• Take care of your tools | Sharpen your pruners and clean your trowels, or treat yourself to a new tool set.
• Test your soil | Make sure you aren’t missing any nutrients — a soil test kit can help you out here.