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📼 Be kind, rewind
A professional camera sits on the floor of a basketball court filming.
We’re rewinding through some of our favorite movie-centric content. | Photo by Indie Atlantic Films
City Editors Amelia + Connor here. You might not have known this, but we’re part of a team of 100+ people across 24 cities (and you’re one in a million subscribers). Last Friday, we got together with a few of our sister markets — LOUtoday, NOOGAtoday, FTWtoday, and LEXtoday — for an end-of-summer 6AM City film fest for a little team bonding.

Since we couldn’t invite everyone to our screening, we’re rolling out the red carpet to some of our top film-related stories. Is it too early for popcorn? We won’t tell if you don’t.

🎞️ 15+ movies filmed around Lakeland
Lakeland and our nearby cities have served as the backdrop for several notable movies over the years, from comedies to horror flicks to documentaries. How many have you seen?

A graphic showing actor Bryan Cranston talking to a man on the left and a film set at a drive-in movie in Lakeland on the right

Award-winning actor Bryan Cranston filmed “The One and Only Ivan” in several spots around Lakeland, including the Silver Moon Drive-In.

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Photos by @silver_moon_drive_in

🎞️ Lakeland’s last drive-in movie theater
Founded in 1948, Silver Moon Drive-In has provided first-run films to Polk County residents for 75+ years — and now it’s the last drive-in theater remaining in not just Lakeland, but all of Polk County.

A camera faces upwards to capture the marquee of The Polk Theatre in Lakeland. The sign reads "La La Land" and "Color Purple"

Lakelanders can catch both new + classic flicks at the Polk Theatre each week.

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Photo via @mermaizingrealtor

🎞️ Polk Theatre’s star-studded history
Lights, camera, action. We’re taking a peek behind the curtain into the history of Lakeland’s very first vaudeville and movie theater. Even celebrities like Elvis Presley have graced its halls.
 
 
Events
 
Monday, Sept. 16
  • Power Hour Fitness Class | Monday, Sept. 16 | 6:30 p.m. | Black Swan Venue | $10 | Work up a sweat in this strength + aerobics class led by world record-holder Ayecia Bryant.
Tuesday, Sept. 17
Wednesday, Sept. 18
  • Little Learners of Lakeland Fall Series | Wednesday, Sept. 18-Wednesday, Oct. 23 | 9:30-10:30 a.m. | Tienda Studio | $35+ | Kids ages 2-4 will build language skills through sensory play + activities — this week’s theme is “My Five Senses.”
Thursday, Sept. 19
  • Muffins with Moms Playdate | Thursday, Sept. 19 | 9 a.m. | Ax-Caliber | $6+ | Mother figures can find community with freshly brewed coffee, muffins, and inflatable axe throwing for the kids.
Friday, Sept. 20
  • Senior Social Paint Party | Friday, Sept. 20 | 2-4 p.m. | Wabash Community Center | Free | Reserve a spot to paint and win prizes alongside other older adults.
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News Notes
 
Civic
  • The City of Lakeland has identified Patel Greene & Associates of Bartow as a top option to create the Dixieland road diet’s final look. If approved in a vote by commissioners today, the city will enter negotiations with the firm to begin the project’s design phase. (The Ledger)
Real Estate
Try This
  • Let’s go, girls. Cob & Pen is hosting Ladies Night tomorrow, Sept. 17 from 5 to 8 p.m. with drink specials + a pop-up by Dainty Links. Can’t round up your girl gang this time? Mark your calendars for Ladies of Lakeland’s vision and charcuterie board event on Thursday, Oct. 3.
Seasonal
  • Does anyone else hear sleigh bells jingling? Float applications for the 43rd Annual Lakeland Christmas Parade are now open through Monday, Sept. 30. This year’s parade will be held on Thursday, Dec. 5 and will feature the theme “Christmas at Swan Lake.”
Drink
  • Keel & Curley’s Tangerine Tango wine is back, now sporting a new look designed by Lakeland artist Josh “Bump” Galletta. Get a behind-the-scenes look at how Galletta designed the label for the winery’s fan-favorite libation.
Eat
  • 18.2%. That’s the average tip Floridians drop while eating out, according to a recent study by Toast. If you want those tips to hit local pockets, check out some of our favorite spots to eat out.
Health
  • Get healthy while getting support. Join Lakeland Regional Health for a unique exercise class that’s followed by a peer support group to share stories of cancer survivorship and hope. Sign up for a Taste of Exercise on Tuesday, Oct. 8.*
Number
  • 22%. That’s how much auto insurance rates have increased over the last year. Stop overpaying + find a better rate when you get a free, no-obligation quote from Savvy.*
 
 
The Buy
 
A candle warmer. Ditch the matches and opt for this contemporary lamp that will evenly burn your candles, sans smoke.
 
 
The Wrap
 
Amelia Herring.jpg Today’s edition by:
Amelia
From the editor
Today is our fearless Senior City Editor Connor’s birthday today. While we unfortunately cannot find a large enough venue in Lakeland to fit all 40,000+ of our subscribers for a birthday party, hopefully this shoutout will suffice. Should we all sing “Happy Birthday,” too?
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