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• Succulent Potting Pop-Up | Thursday, June 29-Saturday, July 1 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | PicassoZ Art Cafe, 4636 Cleveland Heights Blvd., Lakeland | $12+ | Choose your own succulent and pot it in a container of your choice — plants start at $4 and pots start at $8.
• Trivia Thursdays! | Thursday, June 29 | 7:30-10 p.m. | The Back Nine, 124 S. Tennessee Ave., Lakeland | Free entry | Join for food and drink, and play themed or general trivia to win prizes.

• Free Fitness Class for Seniors | Friday, June 30 | 9-10 a.m. | MaxHealth Primary Care, 2382 Griffin Rd., Lakeland | Free | All fitness levels are welcome at this free weekly fitness class for older adults — register online.
• Marrison, Ballistic Mafia, Operation Acoustic Kitty, and UMAI | Friday, June 30 | 6:30-11:55 p.m. | Union Hall, 1023 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland | $10-$13 | Listen to these local artists play songs by Nirvana, Deftones, and other bands.

• Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market | Saturday, July 1 | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | Downtown Lakeland, 210 E. Main St., Lakeland | Free entry | Find fresh produce, plants, and locally handcrafted items at this outdoor farmers market.
• Birding on the Boardwalk | Saturday, July 1 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Bonnet Springs Park, 400 Bonnet Springs Blvd., Lakeland | Free | Families can take a guided 1-mile walk around the Blanton Family Lagoon to explore the park’s natural plants and animals — binoculars and birding guides are provided.

• Sunset Stroll | Sunday, July 2 | 12:30-2:30 p.m. | Painting with a Twist, 3670 Harden Blvd., Lakeland | $39 | Put brush to canvas at this guided painting class — bring your own refreshments, supplies are provided.
• Frankie Raye Duo at Keel Farms | Sunday, July 2 | 12:30-4:30 p.m. | Keel Farms, 5202 Thonotosassa Rd., Plant City | Free entry | Listen to the musical stylings of Frankie Raye while enjoying locally made beer, wine, and cider.

• Polk County was placed under a heat advisory yesterday afternoon as the heat index climbed to around 110° in some places. Even hotter weather is predicted for tomorrow and Saturday — here’s how we’re staying cool. (WFTS)

• Lakeland-based hurricane hunters from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are using new drones to track storms. The Altius 600 drone can be dropped into the eye of a hurricane to collect data, which forecasters use to make predictions. (WFTS)

• 38,395. That’s how many gross acres of Florida land were sold for solar power development in 2022. The latest Polk County development is TECO’s 600-acre solar farm in parts of Dundee and Lake Wales that will power 11,500 homes. (The Ledger)

• Bonnet Springs Park is hosting a new Stargazing at the Rooftop event on Thursday, July 13 from 8 to 10 p.m. Visit the Southern Glazer’s Rooftop Bar for cocktails and views from a telescope. No registration is required for this free event, but the park recommends it for adults only.

• The fish were biting at the ninth annual Fishin’ with Sheriff Judd event on Tuesday. Watch 100+ local kids become experts at catch-and-release fishing — and get a lesson from Sheriff Grady Judd himself — in this video. (Fox 13 News)

• Young athletes ages 8-12 can hone their skills at West Central Florida FCA’s Basketball Power Camp. The camp takes place Monday, July 24-Friday, July 28 at Highlands Church of Christ (5730 Lakeland Highlands Rd.).

• The LKLDlense Podcast is a new way to learn about local stories from Emily Mort, the creator behind @lkldlense on Instagram. Listen to the first episode featuring stories about Polk Pride, Orange Blossom Poems, and more.

• This park is nothing to bark at. Winter Haven held an “unleashing” ceremony this week to celebrate the opening of the K9 Courtyard, a new downtown dog park. Bring Rover to the park (between the Chain of Lakes trail and Citrus Connection terminal) for some off-leash fun. (The Ledger)

• Celebrate the 4th of July with the Flying Tigers. Following the 5 p.m. game against the St. Lucie Mets, enjoy one of the largest firework shows in Central Florida. Score your tickets.*

• Thinking of joining Catapult, but not totally sure yet? Catapult offers day passes so you can give the space a try — and get a first-hand glimpse of what the 40,000-sqft co-working + entrepreneurial center is all about.*

• DYK that skin cancer is the most common form of cancer — but also the most curable if detected early. Watson Clinic’s Dermatology department specializes in essential skin evaluations + precise cancer removal (plus the treatment of common skin disorders like eczema, psoriasis, and acne). Make an appointment.*

• There’s a reason Indiana University is constantly recognized as one of the nation’s most beautiful college campuses. A huge part of the beauty? IU’s welcoming and inclusive nature that defines “Hoosier hospitality” (yes, it’s a real thing). See for yourself.*

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