Best paired with a baked good

The perfect balance

For the sweet tooth

Emphasis on espresso

Good to the last chapter

• Spring Pop-Up Series: Baking Brewer | Wednesday, May 10 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Catapult Lakeland, 502 E. Main St., Lakeland | Price of purchase | Treat yourself to savory brunch items like breakfast sandwiches infused with craft beer.
• Author Talk with Jena Friedman | Wednesday, May 10 | 8 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Hear from this Academy Award-nominated screenwriter as she shares about her book “Not Funny.”

• Lakeland Food Truck Rally | Thursday, May 11 | 6-9 p.m. | Munn Park, 201 E. Main St., Lakeland | Free entry | Head to Munn Park for live music, scavenger hunts, and bites from your favorite local food trucks like Got Desserts, Wheelin N Grillin, and more.
• Stained Glass Sunrise | Thursday, May 11 | 7-9 p.m. | Painting with a Twist, 3670 Harden Blvd., Lakeland | $39 | This stained-glass lookalike painting will look great in any corner of your home — create it with friends and refreshments at this guided class.

• Dixieland Night Market | Friday, May 12 | 6-11 p.m. | Union Hall, 1023 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland | Free entry | Shop from local artists and makers, grab a bite from a food truck, and enjoy live entertainment at Union Hall and The Pink Piano.
• Wine Dinner: Celebrate American-Made Cheeses | Friday, May 12 | 6:30 p.m. | Publix Aprons Cooking School, 4730 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland | $65 | Sample wines and chicken cutlet rollatini, cheddar-apple hand pies, and other dishes at this demonstration-style cooking class.

• First Light Yoga at Hollis Garden | Saturday, May 13 | 8-9:30 a.m. | Hollis Garden, 702 E. Orange St., Lakeland | Free | Enjoy a morning of serenity and yoga — bring your own mat and wear comfortable clothing.
• Dixieland Relics Pop-up Market | Saturday, May 13 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Dixieland Relics & Austin’s Backyard Garden, 949 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland | Free entry | Visit this pop-up to shop from a variety of vendors, enjoy live music and food, and create a terrarium.

• Mother’s Day Eclectic Soul Seafood Sunday Brunch | Sunday, May 14 | 12-2 p.m. | Catapult Lakeland, 502 E. Main St., Lakeland | $125 | This special four-course Mother’s Day celebration features a peach cobbler French toast, broiled lobster tail, and other dishes.*
• Second Sunday Artisan Market | Sunday, May 14 | 12-5 p.m. | Lakeside Village, 1479 Town Center Dr., Lakeland | Free | Celebrate Mother’s Day at Lakeside Village with an artisan market featuring live music, 70 local makers + more.*

• Jena Friedman | Wednesday, May 10 | 8 p.m. | Learn about life as a woman in comedy from this screenwriter as she discusses her book “Not Funny.”
• Courtney Summers | Saturday, May 20 | 2 p.m. | This New York Times bestselling author will share about her latest young adult book “I’m the Girl.”
• Mike Rucker, Ph.D. | Wednesday, June 7 | 4 p.m. | Learn how to make joy and wonder an everyday part of life by reading “The Fun Habit.”
• Jamie Beck | Thursday, June 15 | 2 p.m. | This award-winning photographer will share about her book “An American in Provence,” which includes photos and recipes from her travels in France.

• The Florida Department of Environmental Protection has added five local lakes to Florida’s Verified Impaired Waters List: Beulah, Crago, Horney, John, and Somerset. The city is working with the agency to set goals for cleaning the lakes. (The Ledger)

• Duke Energy is constructing a two-acre solar energy farm on a 1,200-acre cooling pond at 7700 County Road 555 in Bartow. The project will be used as a test to see if floating farms are more efficient. Learn about Lakeland’s own proposed solar farm here. (The Ledger)

• Black Swan Tattoo will move to a new location at 1119 S. Florida Ave., next to Do or Dye hair salon and Born & Bread Bakehouse. The tattoo parlor will start taking appointments in the new spot starting this Friday, May 12.

• Treat mom to a Mother’s Day meal this Sunday. Check out this list of special brunch events planned around Polk County, or visit one of our favorite brunch spots. (The Ledger)

• The next Green Drinks Lakeland networking event will take place Wednesday, May 17 from 6-8:30 p.m. at The Joinery. Grab a bite, mingle with other professionals passionate about sustainability, and hear a presentation from Winnie Mulamba, Executive Director of Florida For Good.

• Harrison School for the Arts’ Chorus Department will perform the music of John Williams, Simon and Garfunkel, and more in its upcoming pop concert. Tickets are now on sale for the performance on Tuesday, May 16 at 7 p.m.

• With Judge Jay Cohen resigning in June, there will be an opening in the Sixth District Court of Appeal, which is based in Lakeland. Think you’re the one for the job? Members of the Florida Bar can submit an application by Wednesday, May 31. (The Ledger)
• Love organic food + healthy living? Publix GreenWise Market offers unique positions that make it easy to share your expertise with customers (think: Wine Specialists, Cheese Specialist, Seafood Clerk, Customer Service Clerk, and more). See open positions.*

• Lovebug season has officially begun, so expect to see them around for the next several weeks. New to lovebug season? Don’t worry, they’re generally harmless — just be sure to clean them off your car to protect your paint. (WFTS)

• Summer is just around the corner — so is Lakeland Christian School’s Summer Camp program, happening late-May to mid-July + featuring hands-on activities to get kids of all ages engaged in science, music, cooking, athletics, writing + more. Bonus: The popular Camp LCS is also open to K4-5th grade students. See camp options + register.*

• Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*

• How to win Mother’s Day? Send the mother figure in your life iconic meals and desserts from across the country with Goldbelly. Think: Ina Garten’s coconut cake, a New York bagel brunch kit, and a chef’s steak dinner for four. Yup, it’s all on Goldbelly.*

Traditional Moscow Mule

• 2 oz. Ritual Zero Proof Gin
• 1/2 oz. lime juice
• 4 oz. ginger beer
• Lime wedges (garnish)