Wonder House Christmas Tours | Saturday, Jan. 4-Sunday, Jan. 12 | Times vary | The Wonder House, Bartow | $25+ | Stay in the holiday cheer for just a little while longer with daytime or nighttime tours of this historic, mysterious home.
“Forever Plaid” | Saturday, Jan. 4-Sunday, Jan. 19 | Times vary | Theatre Winter Haven, Winter Haven | $36 | Local actors will perform this musical revue featuring songs from the 1930s to 1950s.
Ultimate Floyd: Tribute to Pink Floyd | 8 p.m. | Union Hall | $20+ | You’ll “wish you were here” for this tribute performance featuring your favorite Pink Floyd songs.
Sunday, Jan. 5
Goat Yoga on the Farm | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | The Cloven Hoof Farm | $20+ | We’re not kidding around — connect with nature and meet friendly goats as you work your way through a guided yoga practice.
Sunday Brunch | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Brew Hub | Free+ | Dig in to live music, brunch dishes, and drink deals.
Heartfelt Hydrangeas | 4-6 p.m. | Painting with a Twist | $39+ | Make a floral creation as instructor Tanya Pizarro leads this paint + sip class — add a DIY candle for $20.
Thursday, Jan. 9
Lakeland Food Truck Rally | 6-9 p.m. | Munn Park | Free+ | Fuel up and chow down by grabbing meals, snacks, and drinks at this monthly foodie gathering.
Friday, Jan. 10
S’mores-N-Pours | 5:30-8 p.m. | Camp Fire Sunshine Central Florida | Free | Meet your neighbors, play yard games, and enjoy adult drinks at this community “friendraiser.”
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Holiday
January is both National Hot Tea Month and National Soup Month. Makes sense — winter is a great time for warm liquid. Might we recommend these eight local spots to enjoy tea?
Criollisimo’s drinks even come with tiny umbrellas. | Photo by LALtoday
Whether you’re partaking in Dry January or just prefer to live a buzz-free lifestyle year-round, here are some Swan City spots where you can find mocktails.
Criollisimo Who says mocktails have to be boring? Find this booth at the Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market for a refreshing taste of the tropics with made-to-order beverages featuring fresh fruits and juices.
Frescos Southern Kitchen & Bar This downtown staple offers an entire selection of zero-proof “temperance cocktails.” Try the cucumber elderflower cooler, made with elderflower syrup, rosemary syrup, cucumber, lime, and sparkling water.
Krazy Kombucha If you want a beverage with flavor and probiotics, check out Krazy Kombucha’s taproom. We like to mix the kombucha with other beverages + fruits to concoct a refreshing mocktail — our favorite is the classic strawberry.
Quinteassence Kava Bar If you’re looking for an alternative to your regular wine down Wednesday or cocktail, head here. We recommend the blue lotus kava lemonade.
The weather might be getting cooler here in Lakeland, but you could never pry my iced beverages out of my chilly little hands. If you want to hop on the tea train but would prefer to keep it on ice, grab a sip from one of these boba shops.
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