• Live Music: Andy Heath | Wednesday, May 24 | 6-7 p.m. | Keel Farms, 5202 Thonotosassa Rd., Plant City | Free entry | Listen to live music while enjoying wine, beer, and cider from this local winery.
• Trivia Night | Wednesday, May 24 | 7-9 p.m. | Union Taproom, 245 W. Central Ave., Ste. 102, Winter Haven | Free | Pour your own drinks and enjoy fresh pizzas at Union Taproom while showing off your general trivia knowledge.

• Med (Mediterranean) Instead of Meds | Thursday, May 25-Thursday, July 13 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Virtual | $18 | Cook along with this virtual cooking class series to learn Mediterranean recipes and wellness tips.
• Paint @ Dissent Craft Brewing! | Thursday, May 25 | 7-9 p.m. | Dissent Brewing, 125 S. Kentucky Ave., Lakeland | $40 | Painters ages 21 and up can head to Dissent Brewing for this special public painting event — space is limited, register online.

• 2023 Wawa Summer Fun Day | Friday, May 26 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales | Free | Visit the gardens with complimentary admission from Wawa — online registration is required.
• Jerk Fest | Friday, May 26 | 7-10 p.m. | Union Hall, 1023 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland | $10 | Celebrate Jamaican culture with reggae music by DJ Plug and food by Our Noire Kitchen.

• Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market | Saturday, May 27 | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Downtown Lakeland | Free entry | Find fresh produce, plants, and locally handcrafted items at this outdoor farmers market.

• Feasts of Persia Field Trip to Swan Brewing | Sunday, May 28 | 12-7 p.m. | Swan Brewing, 115 W. Pine St., Lakeland | Price of purchase | The Feasts of Persia food truck will be set up at Swan Brewing, serving kabob dishes and American fare.

• Prospective Member Social | Thursday, Jun. 8 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Cob and Pen, 1221 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland | Free | If you’re interested in joining the Junior League of Greater Lakeland, pop by Cob & Pen to learn more about becoming a member, what causes they champion, and how they affect community impact.*

• Construction on Lake Crago Park’s new sports fields, playground, and concession stand is set to begin in the next 90 days. The $3 million project will be funded by city parks and recreation impact fees, grant funding, and Lakeland’s public improvement fund. (LkldNow)

• $84,917.46. That’s how much money was raised for Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine at this year’s Swan Derby. Mark your calendars for next year’s event on Friday, April 26, 2024.

• Risk Club at the Dream Center of Lakeland offers at-risk youth a chance to learn life skills, go on field trips, and connect with mentors. About 1,000 teens join the club’s summer camp and after-school program each year — learn more here. (WFTS)

• Calling all local authors. Books-A-Million in Lakeside Village is starting a monthly author reading and signing event. Interested in sharing your own book? Send an email to the store’s manager, Diane, to inquire about signing up.

• The Lakeland Chamber of Commerce has selected Stinson’s Interior Solutions as its May 2023 Small Business of the Month. The interior design firm first opened in Lakeland in 1981, and it has recently expanded to Ocala as well.

• Little Lake Play is now open and offering a week full of events. Don’t miss today’s events: Decorating Magnets from 10-11 a.m. and Tabata with Ms. Tina from 12-12:30 p.m. Get an inside look of the space here.

• Head to Swan Brewing on Friday, May 26 for “Sips of Science: Let’s Talk Florida Hops.” Meet experts Dr. Brian Pearson and Dr. Katherine Thompson-Witrick for a chat at 5 p.m., then stick around for their talk about flavor profiles and local breweries at 5:30 p.m.

• Lakeland mom Julie Stirling is seeking help from the community to buy a new van. She’s raising $50,000 for a new one to transport her son Kamryn, who was born 13 weeks premature, to his doctor’s appointments. (WFTS)

• Ax-Caliber will host the first Father of All Axes Tournament on Saturday, June 10. The competition will include top ax throwers, like Glenn “The Reaper” Eddleman, Adam Fortner, Dalton “Handlebar” Wilson, and more.

• Ian, Irma, Michael, Dorian — if you recognize these names, you might be a hurricane expert. Look back on 10 years of hurricane seasons before the 2023 season begins on Thursday, June 1. (The Ledger)

• Love wine? This is the cooking class for you. Publix Aprons Cooking School is hosting a Wine and Dine: Summer Wines demonstration-style cooking class on Saturday, June 3. On the menu: Heirloom tomato tartare, pulled duck stacked enchiladas, sweet corn ice cream + more (all paired with the best wines, of course).*

• How does a Bahamas getaway sound? Orlando International Airport is offering new low-fare direct flights to Marsh Harbour, Eleuthera, and Nassau (and resuming service to Freeport in June). Read: Pristine white sand beaches + deep turquoise waters are just a few hours away. See flights + book.*

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

• Turn misplaced keys into a thing of the past with the Apple AirTag. The button-sized tracking device can give you step-by-step directions to your lost keys (or phone…or wallet…) and has a battery life of one year. Pro tip: Put one in your checked luggage and never worry about lost baggage again.*

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