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• 6th Annual Concert for the Kids | Wednesday, Feb. 7 | 7:30 p.m. | RP Funding Center, 701 W. Lime St., Lakeland | $25-$35 | Country stars Chris Janson, Maddie & Tae, Brian Kelley, and Connor Smith will take the stage to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
• Lakeland Regional Health Monthly Job Fair | Wednesday, Feb. 7 | 9-11 a.m. | Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center, 1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland | Free | Meet with recruiters to learn about healthcare career opportunities during this monthly job fair.*

• Yogadance | Thursday, Feb. 8 | 4-5 p.m.| Lake Crago Outdoor Recreation Complex, 525 Lake Crago Dr., Lakeland | $0-$5 | Dance to music from around the world in this uplifting exercise class for all levels — Silver Sneakers members get in free.
• Lakeland Food Truck Rally | Thursday, Feb. 8 | 6-9 p.m. | Munn Park, 201 E. Main St., Lakeland | Price of purchase | Head downtown for live music and bites from 15 local food trucks.
• Galentine’s Painting with Kate Hall | Thursday, Feb. 8 | 6:30 p.m. | The Yard on Mass, 802 N. Massachusetts Ave., Lakeland | $35 | Get your creative juices flowing with a guided painting class led by a local artist.

• Free Breastfeeding Support Group | Friday, Feb. 9 | 9-10 a.m. | Carol Jenkins Barnett United Way Children’s Resource Center, 650 Bonnet Springs Blvd., Lakeland | Free | Learn breastfeeding tips from a lactation facilitator and connect with others at this weekly support group.
• 20th Annual Rotary Twilight 5K | Friday, Feb. 9 | 7-9 p.m. | Lake Hollingsworth Park, 929 Lake Hollingsworth Dr., Lakeland | $20-$40 | Take a scenic run around Lake Hollingsworth to benefit Common Ground Playground.

• Flipping for Charities | Saturday, Feb. 10 | 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland | $5-$10 | Join the 65th Annual Kiwanis Pancake Festival to raise money for local organizations that benefit children.

• Lakeside Second Sunday Market | Sunday, Feb. 11 | 12-5 p.m. | Lakeside Village, 1479 Town Center Dr., Lakeland | Free entry | Shop 80+ vendors while enjoying live music by Peter Kolter.

• Tiger BBQ | Tuesday, Feb. 20 | 6-8 p.m. | Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland | $45 | Tigers fans are invited to kick off Spring Training with an old fashioned barbecue, complete with southern-cooked meats + eats and a souvenir mug.*

• Adopt — If you’re looking for a furry friend, take a look at PCBP’s adoptable pets.
• Foster — Become a temporary home for a dog until they find their forever home.
• Donate — The organization relies on community donations to transport + care for animals.
• Volunteer — PCBP needs volunteers to care for their dogs and get them ready to become pets.

• Start saving your quarters. Free downtown parking may come to an end by summer. Those visiting restaurants + shops may pay up to $2 per hour for parking. The good news: Garage parking would remain $1 per hour. (The Ledger)

• Baseball fans, leave the keys at home. If you’re catching any of the Detroit Tigers spring training games, Citrus Connection will provide free rides via the TIGERTOWN Express. Check the schedule.

• The L.B. Brown Heritage Festival will be shorter this year (two days instead of three), but no less packed. This Saturday and Sunday, head to 470 S. L.B. Brown Ave. for vendors and food trucks, as well as services honoring local heroes. The event is free, but proceeds go towards museum maintenance. (The Ledger)

• Black entrepreneurs are invited to apply for the Business Opportunity Scholarship. The scholarship provides tuition for a business administration degree at Florida Technical College plus a laptop. Apply online by Monday, Feb. 12. (LkldNow)

• There’s a Grammy winner in our midst. Jonathan Gautier recorded the violin tracks for Album of the Year, “Midnights” by Taylor Swift, at Sound House Studios in Lakeland. Best believe this Harrison School for the Arts graduate is still bejeweled.

• Get ready for Planes, Trains, and Automobiles — the annual transportation event held at the Plant City Airport this Saturday, Feb. 10, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Bring the kids to see aircraft demonstrations, first responder vehicles, and a giant LEGO display. Tickets are $7.50 in advance, $10 at the door. (The Ledger)

• Speaking of LEGO... Ferrari is coming to Legoland Florida on Friday, March 8. The Lego Ferrari Build & Race experience will allow enthusiasts to design their own cars before putting them to the test in virtual races. (Bay News 9)

• Looking for a mocktail option this Valentine’s season? Revival has you covered. Visit the Lyre’s Non-Alcoholic Spirits pop-up this Saturday, Feb. 10, or head over to Revival any day Feb. 9-11 for “Valen-tiki” drinks.

• You officially have a week to get your Valentine’s Day bouquet. Taylormade Floral Design has orders open for $75 bouquets. Or check out our guide to local florists and plant shops.

• Get trusted financial advice with Money Pickle, the service that connects you directly with experienced financial advisors to help with your investment + retirement planning needs (all through a complimentary video meeting). Take control of your financial future in 2024 by scheduling a free consultation.*

• A friendly reminder to book spring + summer vacations (they’re just around the corner). Looking for privacy? This beachfront Bahamas cottage is perfect for two. Prefer the mountains? Book this newly built Gatlinburg, TN cabin. Want beach time? Walk to St. Simons, GA’s shore from this Vrbo that’s also a treehouse.*

• Babe’s Shoes & Apparel, 2537 S. Florida Ave.
• Bungalow Boutique and Gifts, 1026 S. Florida Ave.
• Kim’s Hallmark Shop, 2533 S. Florida Ave.
• Scout & Tag, 244 N. Kentucky Ave.