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There’s a perfect present for every mom

Mother’s Day Gift Guide: presents for every mom
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Every mom deserves a special gift from our Mother’s Day Gift Guide. | Graphic provided by 6AM City
This year, instead of grabbing a last-minute present from the store, why not get the mom figure in your life a gift that is truly unique?

To help you out, we’ve created a gift guide featuring items from our online store, Six & Main, as well as products we love from other popular brands.

Moms are important to us all year, but Mother’s Day is when we can really show how special they truly are to us. From presents for the food and beverage fan to the art collector, let this gift guide lead you to the perfect present.

The outdoor enthusiast
The art collector
The fashion lover
While this list is a great way to start shopping for mom, we’re working to grow our store, Six and Main, and would love to add more local vendors. If you know any local brands we should be promoting, let us know.

Wait, there’s more... Click the button below to explore presents for mothers who love home decor, snacks, beverages, and more.
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Events
Thursday, April 27
  • Baby Goat Yoga on the Farm! | Thursday, Apr. 27 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | The Cloven Hoof Farm, 6170 Robins Rd., Lakeland | $5-$25 | We’re not kidding around — try this beginner-friendly, 45-minute goat yoga class.
  • Skincare with SkinBetter Science Event | Thursday, Apr. 27 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Medical Spa at Watson Clinic, Bella Vista Building, 1755 N. Florida Ave., Lakeland | Price of purchase | Get a consultation with a licensed aesthetician or anti-aging specialist, and enjoy discounts on skincare products.
Friday, April 28
  • Spring Pop-Up Series: Dominick’s | Friday, Apr. 28 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Catapult Lakeland, 502 E. Main St., Lakeland | Price of purchase | Enjoy classic Italian fare including the signature meatball pocket sub on the Catapult patio.*
  • Swan Derby | Friday, Apr. 28 | 5:30-9 p.m. | Frances Langford Promenade, Lakeland | Free | Wear your best derby hat for swan boat races and live entertainment — don’t forget to stay for the fireworks show.
  • Autism/ASD Support Group | Friday, Apr. 28 | 10-11:15 a.m. | CJB United Way Children’s Resource Center, 650 Bonnet Springs Blvd., Lakeland | Free | Join other members of this community for support and encouragement — childcare is provided.
Saturday, April 29
  • Feasts of Persia Field Trip to Swan Brewing | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 12-10 p.m. | Swan Brewing, 115 W. Pine St., Lakeland | Free entry | The Feasts of Persia food truck will be set up at Swan Brewing, serving kabob dishes and American fare.
  • Discovery Bags | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 10 a.m. | Bonnet Springs Park, 400 Bonnet Springs Blvd., Lakeland | Free | Children can check out a Discovery Bag filled with unique books and hands-on activities to enjoy around the park.
  • Harrison School for the Arts Musical Theatre Showcase | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 7 p.m. | Harrison School For the Arts, 750 Hollingsworth Rd., Lakeland | $10 | Attend this live musical theatre review featuring high school students and the Class of 2023 Senior Showcase.
Sunday, April 30
  • Lakeland Flying Tigers vs. Palm Beach Cardinals | Sunday, Apr. 30 | 1 p.m. | Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland | $7-$32 | Kick off your week with an all-you-can-eat brunch buffet in the ’34 Club and let the little ones run the bases after the game.
  • Botanical Giraffe | Sunday, Apr. 30 | 4-6 p.m. | Painting with a Twist, 3670 Harden Blvd., Lakeland | $39 | Paint a flower-adorned giraffe in this guided class with friends and refreshments.
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Wellness

🧠 Clean energy and clear brain
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Need focus for an upcoming meeting or big event? Hello, Thesis. | Photo provided by Thesis
In a world where prescription meds seem to be the only option, Thesis is helping thousands of people improve cognitive functioning and eliminate distractions with natural adaptogens.

Thesis’s blends are formulated to help you achieve specific outcomes, like:
  • Clarity (entering flow state of mind)
  • Energy (powering through busy days)
  • Motivation (to stop procrastinating)
  • Logic (for deep, analytical thinking)
Take their quiz to find your personalized blends and get 15% off your order with code 6amcity.*
Take the 3-minute quiz
News Notes
Number
  • 1,513.5. That’s how many pounds of human and pet prescription drugs StandUP Polk and nine Polk County law enforcement agencies collected on April 22. The success of the Spring 2023 National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day brings the organization’s total quantity to 28,078 pounds since 2010.
Feel Good
  • Plant City resident Travis Settineri has gone viral online for his acts of “uncommon generosity” — many of which take place right here in Lakeland. One benefactor, Rhonda McDaris, had her living quarters renovated and got a pair of prosthetic legs thanks to her fans on Travis’ account. (Bay News 9)
  • Vic and Marge Gerard of Haines City celebrated 80 years of marriage this week. The couple — 101 and 98 years old, respectively — attribute their long lives and happy marriage to “eating right and having faith.” (WTSP)
Lakelander
  • Becky Yohe, the owner of Art Centric Studio, was featured by Voyage Tampa. Learn more about Becky’s journey to opening the Lakeland art studio and what classes you can book for yourself and your child. (Voyage Tampa)
Holiday
Job
  • Lakeland Regional Health is hosting a career expo on Tuesday, May 9 from 5-7 p.m. Head to the Mulaney Atrium for food, refreshments, and information about career opportunities. Pro tip: Bring your resume — potential offers are on the table.
Try This
  • Stretchlab Lakeland is offering free one-on-one demo stretches today from 3-7 p.m. at HOTWORX Lakeland (5337 S. Florida Ave.). Stop by for giveaways, exclusive offers, and a free stretch in honor of National Stress Awareness Month.
Drink
  • Lakeland Brewers Guild is raising money for charity at its Annual Beer Festival on Saturday, April 29. Tickets are $30 and include unlimited pours — meet outside of The Brass Tap in Lakeside Village.
  • The Main Street Winter Haven Beer Crawl is kicking off on Thursday, May 4. Get your tickets to taste beers and snacks from 40+ participating businesses in downtown Winter Haven from 5:30-8:30 p.m. And in case you forgot May 4 is Star Wars Day, costumes are encouraged.
  • Celebrate warmer days with this peach mango smoothie recipe — a protein-rich blend of fresh fruit, plus a couple of surprises.*
Arts
  • The submission deadline for ART/ifact Studios’ Fine Lines Art Show is approaching on Saturday, May 13. Applicants can submit their work in any medium — view details here.
Development
  • Brightline unveiled its new train station, located adjacent to Orlando International Airport’s Terminal C and set to begin connecting Orlando to the rest of South Florida this summer. Modern + designed for a new era of passenger rail travel, the station will launch ticket sales in May. Get a sneak peek of the station.*
Biz
  • Lights, camera, action. Need a place to bring your digital ideas to life? Enter: The Media Room at Catapult. The room is equipped with three different colored backdrops, controllable overhead studio lighting + more. Book the room. *
Polk Museum of Art
 
Outdoors

Lakeland’s sweetgums + sandalwood trees

The story of Lakeland’s sweetgums + sandalwood trees
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Oriental sweetgum canopy in downtown Lakeland | Photo by @catapultlkld
Can you be-leaf it? Arbor Day is tomorrow. One of our favorite spots to take in the treetops? Downtown.

Flashback to a few decades ago, and a downtown stroll would have looked quite different. The Oriental sweetgum tree canopy that lines the streets was a brand-new introduction to Florida.

Recently, white sandalwoods were also added along Kentucky Avenue and Munn Park. Did you know sandalwoods release perfume in the afternoon and evening? Take a stroll tonight to smell for yourself.
Word Search

Can you find all seven lake names?

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Print our puzzle or find each lake on your screen.

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Graphic via 6AM City

It’s no secret that we find inspiration in all 38 of Lakeland’s lakes — and now it’s your turn to find something. See if you can find all seven lake names featured in our guide:

Hollingsworth | Morton | Mirror | Hunter | Wire | Parker | Bonny

Missing any? Here’s the answer key.
 
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