For the nature lover

• Explore the outdoors in style with a wide array of sunnies from Rheos.
• Keep the mom in your life hydrated with an insulated tumbler from Pirani.
• Enjoy mornings on the front porch with outdoor furniture pieces from Palmetto Craft.

For the art collector

• Check out these bird-inspired pieces from Joseph Bradley Studio.
• Looking for something scenic? Try shopping from Jeff Pittman’s collection.
• Watercolor with Emily has your favorite landmarks and local spots, in watercolor of course.

For the style icon

• Accessorizing can be practical with wristlets and keychains from Avryn Co.
• Cori Rose Handmade offers earrings of all shapes, sizes, colors, and textures.
• The perfect Lakeland apparel and hair accessories from local maker East of These.

For the foodie

• These syrups and sets from ROOT23 will level up the cocktail + mocktail game.
• Adams Apple Company offers spreads, jams, and relishes perfect for hosting a charcuterie party.
• Give the gift of energy with beans from 321 Coffee.

For the self care queen

• Shop chic soap + shampoo bars from Parrotfish (they’re eco-friendly).
• Check out Roam & Ramble for hand soaps perfect for the kitchen sink.
• Gift a spa night with products from She Biology like the Heal Brown Sugar Scrub.

For the interior decorator

• Find something unique for their home with handmade pieces from Matchstick Goods.
• Check out inspired items from Jenni Earle for the mom with an inner cowgirl.
• A Branch & Cord’s macrame wall hangings are cute and simple.
• Treat them to a clean, beautiful home by booking a local, professional cleaning service.

• Trivia Night: 90s Night | Thursday, April 25 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Bonnet Springs Park, 400 Bonnet Springs Blvd., Lakeland | Free entry | Party like it’s 1999 at this themed trivia night with happy hour deals at the rooftop bar.
• Spring Jazz Concert | Thursday, April 25 | 7-9 p.m. | Harrison School for the Arts, 750 Hollingsworth Rd., Lakeland | $9-$12 | Listen to students sing a mix of jazz standards and modern hits.

• Lakeland Cruisers Cruise Night | Friday, April 26 | 5-8:30 p.m. | Lakeside Village, 1479 Town Center Dr., Lakeland | Free | View modern and classic cars at this family-friendly car show.
• The 17th Annual Swan Derby | Friday, April 26 | 5:30-9 p.m. | Frances Langford Promenade, Lakeland | Free entry | Wear your best derby hat to watch swan boat races on Lake Mirror, plus fireworks at 9 p.m.

• Spring into Wellness | Saturday, April 27 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Lakeland Regional Health Kathleen Campus, 2400 Kathleen Rd., Lakeland | Free | Take a guided tour of LRH’s newest facility, get a free health screening, and visit the kids’ corner.
• Jane Austen Tea and a Movie | Saturday, April 27 | 2 p.m. | Gem Theater, 110 NW 1st Ave., Mulberry | $25 | Enjoy high tea + a screening of “Pride and Prejudice” — Regency era costumes encouraged.
• Paint & Sip Workshop | Saturday, April 27 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Austin’s Backyard Garden, 949 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland | $65 | Enjoy a guided painting class complete with mocktails, charcuterie, and desserts.

• LoveBird Turns 3 | Sunday, April 28 | 11 a.m.-8 p.m. | LoveBird Almost Famous Chicken, 2101 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland | Free entry | Celebrate three years of this hot chicken restaurant with merch giveaways and beer samples.
• Mother’s Day Paint Party | Sunday, April 28 | 1-4 p.m. | Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ, 2250 Griffin Rd., Lakeland | $12 | Paint + customize a photo frame while enjoying some sunshine on the patio.

• Polk County trash collection fees will rise for the first time in nearly 10 years due to higher hauling costs. Starting this October, Lakelanders outside city limits can expect their trash collection prices to rise to $337.33 (The Ledger)

• Community members can share their thoughts on the change of school start times in a new district-wide survey. Survey responses will be used by PCPS and its advisory council to help create solutions that mitigate community concerns. (WFTS)

• A new VA clinic will open next month off of Lakeland Highlands Road near Sam’s Club. The new 100,000-sqft facility is around five times larger than the current facility on Pipkin Road and will bring services like optometry and physical therapy. (The Ledger)

• $3 million. That’s how much money Central Florida Health Care received from Polk County commissioners to expand its Dundee clinic near US 27. The expansion will allow for more primary care for children + adults, along with a drive-thru pharmacy. (The Ledger)

• The Polk County Youth Symphony, an orchestra composed fully of students, will perform alongside the Lakeland Symphony Orchestra next week. The groups will host a free community concert on Tuesday, April 30 at 7 p.m. at Davenport High School. That’s music to our ears.

• Lakeland Regional Health’s eighth Project SEARCH class will graduate tomorrow. Project SEARCH prepares students with intellectual and developmental disabilities for the workforce. This year, 100% of participants have already secured employment across a variety of industries.

• Florida Farm Finder, a Facebook group founded by a Polk County woman, is helping local farms promote their businesses. Farmers can save money on marketing by posting their offerings and events to the group — which has 70,000+ members — completely for free. (Bay News 9)

• Get a behind-the-scenes look into the opening of Bandidas Bake Shop’s storefront in a new series, “Gabi & Gio Open a Bakery.” Episodes are posted weekly and can be found on Instagram + TikTok.

• Join Bonnet Springs Park for a free Polynesian Celebration on Friday, May 17, 6-9 p.m. in honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Guests will enjoy an array of themed activities, including live Polynesian music and food trucks from Aloha To Go, Omusubee + Pinoy Cravings.

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