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• Knit One, Crochet Too! | Wednesday, Sept. 6 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Lakeland Public Library, Larry R. Jackson Branch, 1700 N. Florida Ave., Lakeland | Free | Bring your current knitting or crocheting project to share tips and tricks with other crafters.
• Line Dancing & Karaoke | Wednesday, Sept. 6 | 5 p.m. | Union Hall, 1023 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland | Free entry | Learn line dances from a teacher, enjoy drink specials, and catch karaoke with DJ Kep at 8 p.m.

• Most Awkward Networking Event! 3.0 | Thursday, Sept. 7 | 6 p.m. | Rec Room, 202 N. Massachusetts Ave., Lakeland | $15-$20 | Bring your business cards and prepare to get awkward as you meet with other young professionals.
• City Budget Hearing | Thursday, Sept. 7 | 6 p.m. | Lakeland City Hall, 228 S. Massachusetts Ave., Lakeland | Free | Join these public meetings in the City Commission Chambers to learn about the proposed budget for the next fiscal year.

• “Nunsense": The Mega Musical Version | Friday, Sept. 8 | 7:30-10 p.m. | Lakeland Community Theatre, 121 S. Lake Ave., Lakeland | $22-$28 | Watch the story of the Little Sisters of Hoboken unfold in this eccentric musical.
• Lawn Grooves: Sounds of Fall Concert Series ft. Frankie Raye | Friday, Sept. 8 | 6-8 p.m. | Lakeside Village in Lakeland, 1479 Town Center Dr., Lakeland | Free | Attend this fall concert series for live performances from local talent — this month’s artist is Frankie Raye.*

• An eSports center is coming to Lakeland’s Coleman-Bush building this winter. The MidFlorida Credit Union eSports Center will have 20+ stations and programs including two flight simulators supported by the Florida Aerospace Center. The STEM-focused room will tentatively open on Jan. 1. (The Ledger)

• Land conservation, Frank Lloyd Wright, and French colonial America. These are just a few of the topics set to be lectured on by experts during this year’s Florida History Lecture Series. The most controversial topic? The history of the Cuban sandwich — preview the topic with our guide. (LkldNow)

• Eastbound drivers on I-4 who normally take the Kathleen Road exit will need to use another exit through Thursday at 3 p.m. Crews will be removing the embankment in preparation for two new 400-ft bridges. The bridges will replace the existing 250-ft CSX railroad bridge. (The Ledger)

• Polk County native David Wine opened an orphanage in Haiti in 2013. His nonprofit, Black and White for Jesus Ministries, cares for ~60 children who would otherwise have nowhere to go. Unrest in the area makes David’s work increasingly dangerous, but he shared that he has no plans to stop. (The Ledger)

• $1 million. That’s how much Publix Super Markets is donating to the American Red Cross, United Way, the Florida Fund, and other organizations spearheading relief efforts following Hurricane Idalia. Want to join the cause? You can donate any amount during checkout. (WFLA)

• Herman Jenkins, the World War II veteran and Lakeland photographer recently honored by Rochelle School of the Arts, has died at the age of 104. Herman is remembered for serving his community as well as his country. (The Ledger)

• If home care is your least favorite part of adulting, meet Grasslands West. While living in Lakeland’s first premier detached home rental community, your home care is the least of your worries. Enjoy lawn and pool maintenance so you can enjoy your home sweat-free (literally).*

• The travel bug continues. Passenger traffic at Orlando International Airport (MCO) increased by another 11% in July, with the rolling 12-month total now at 55.1 million annual passengers. Contributing to the rise in MCO travelers is its new destinations: See where they’re flying.*

• A Banksy got everyday investors 32% returns? You read that right. Thousands of investors are smiling all the way to the bank thanks to the fine-art investing platform Masterworks. Investors have benefited from 16 sales with returns including 13.9%, 27.3%, and 35.0%. Interested? LALtoday readers can skip the waitlist and join.†*

Round 2

• New Moon Sushi vs. Gosh! Asian Bistro & Sushi
• Spice Thai & Sushi vs. Tsunami Sushi & Hibachi

• Before you start cheering for your favorite team, make sure you have the perfect game day gear. From sunglasses to earrings, shop Six & Main’s tailgate collection.

• Looking for a new coffee, candle, or moisturizer? We’ve got you covered. Shop some of Six & Main’s new arrivals. There’s something for everyone.

• The internet’s favorite tumbler — the 40-oz. Stanley Quencher — is in stock in cute colors like pool, jade, and orchid.

• Four Sigmatic’s organic protein powder is the ultimate smoothie booster. It contains 18 grams of protein and 1500 milligrams of adaptogens per serving — nourishing your mind + body.

• It doesn’t get more luxurious than the Drowsy sleep mask, which is silky smooth on skin and completely light-blocking for the deepest sleep.