Personal Finance Class | Tuesday, Sept. 9-Tuesday, Sept. 30 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Carol Jenkins Barnett United Way Children’s Resource Center | Free | Join a four-week class to learn how to budget, save, and improve your credit score.
Wednesday, Sept. 10
Fall Flower Workshop | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Keel Farms, Plant City | $45 | Create a beautiful bouquet to share with a loved one — or keep for yourself.
Thursday, Sept. 11
Annual 9/11 Ceremony | 8 a.m. | Summerlin Academy, Bartow | Free | Community members can join students at this military school to remember the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001.
Leading Edge Take Heart 5K | 7-9:30 a.m. | Lake Mirror Promenade | $60+ | Run an updated route around downtown Lakeland, or opt for the new 10K race to get more steps.
Saturday, Oct. 18
Central Florida Food Fest | 5-9 p.m. | Bonnet Springs Park | $15+ | Early bird tickets are now on sale to indulge in exclusive food and drinks from local restaurants, live music, and an artisan market.
This former Zillow exec is targeting a $1.3 trillion market
Presented by Pacaso
Austin Allison’s Pacaso has already earned $110 million+ in gross profit to date. | Image provided by Pacaso
Austin Allison sold his first company to Zillow for $120 million. Now he’s building another real estate innovator in Pacaso.
Pacaso has already made $110 million+ in gross profits to date by disrupting the $1.3 trillion vacation home market, and the same big investors that backed Uber and eBay have already invested.
But unlike Austin’s previous companies, everyday investors (like you) can invest in Pacaso as a private company. Over 10,000 individuals already have.
5.4323. That’s the tentative millage rate that city commissioners unanimously approved in last week’s budget hearing, equal to the previous fiscal year’s millage rate. Catch up with the first hearing, and don’t miss the final hearing at City Hall on Thursday, Sept. 18 at 6 p.m.
Mansion Monday
One of Lake Hollingsworth’s “most recognizable homes” is now on the market. It’s only had one owner over the past six decades, so all of its 4,000 sqft of space has been well maintained, from the American Chestnut walls to its multiple primary suites.
Tech
Lakeland Electric will partner with American Independent Power to build and pilot a new type of solar generator. By using solar-heated material and cold liquid nitrogen, the generator could produce enough electricity to power up to 5,000 homes by next September. (The Ledger)
Biz
Amelia Paige Boutique is on the move, closing its downtown store this month and consolidating into its larger Lakeside Village location. Shop the moving sale to get 30% off select clothing downtown. Store furnishings are also up for grabs.
Plan Ahead
Could you build a cardboard boat that can survive the waves of Lake Hollingsworth? Prove your skills at the 20th Annual Cardboard Boat Challenge & Lakes Festival on Saturday, Oct. 11. Register now, or opt to spectate and enjoy the festival fun.
Gallery
Take a walk down “Legacy Lane: Celebrating Survivorship,” a new portrait exhibit at Watson Clinic. Scott Audette photographed five cancer survivors in personality-filled shots — see who was featured first. (LkldNow)
What is your favorite comfort food? For Floridians, conch fritters are at the top of the list, according to Reader’s Digest. We recommend sampling some for yourself at The Conch Spot pop-ups for research purposes.
Seasonal
55. That’s how many days are left until daylight saving time ends and the clock falls back one hour. Translation: It’s time to take advantage of golden-hour hangs after work while you still can. Might we suggest a sunset stroll through one of Swan City’s parks?
Pro Tip
The best time to buy Thanksgiving flights, according to the experts? Mid-September.Use this airport deal tracker to buy before the October price bump.*
Stat
$461. That’s the average money saved by drivers who switch up their car insurance provider. Money has a free tool that matches you with the best options for Lakeland. See how much you could save.*
Wellness
Overwhelmed by today’s contradictory nutrition advice? Cut through the noise + find a dietician with Nourish — 94% of patients pay $0 out of pocket. Hello, personalized nutrition plan.*
Jobs of the Week
From the city to state levels, these government entities are now hiring locally:
Hillcrest shows are free to attend, but 100% of optional donations go to performers. | Photo by @tylerdavidsongs
No worries. You don’t need major funds to have major fun in Lakeland; just look at these free activities.
Trivia at Cob & Pen | Assemble your crew to show off your general knowledge know-how every Monday at this gastropub — join tonight at 7:30 p.m.
Green Hat & White Gloves Tour | Register for tomorrow’s 6 p.m. guided walking tour that dives into Lakeland’s roots through the lens of the Lake Mirror Promenade.
Live music at Hillcrest Coffee | Every Thursday evening, this coffee shop transforms into one of Lakeland’s most intimate live music venues. Daisy’s, Adam’s Peril, and Colocasia perform this week.
Se7en Wetlands | Join a guided hike on Saturday, Sept. 20 to explore this constructed wetland treatment system that was once a phosphate mine, or take on the challenge solo.
A cozy button down cardigan that will become a staple in your fall wardrobe. It’s made of soft knitted fabric + includes a hood for when you need a little extra warmth.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
A member of which band was electrocuted on stage in Lakeland, inspiring a song?
39% — KISS
28% — AC/DC
18% — Van Halen
15% — U2
Each of these bands performed at the former Lakeland Civic Center, but it was guitarist Ace Frehley of KISS who got the shock of his life. It led him to write the 1977 song “Shock Me.”
Black & Brew’s fall menus just dropped, and I have three words for you: apple pie chai. The coffee house describes it as “if our chai and apple cider made a baby,” and even in this late summer heat, this could be the drink that has you taking your sweaters out of storage.
‡‡Finance “investment method” disclaimer: This is a paid advertisement for Pacaso’s Regulation A offering. Please read the offering circular at invest.pacaso.com. Reserving a ticker symbol is not a guarantee that the company will go public. Listing on the Nasdaq is subject to approvals. Comparisons to other companies are for informational purposes only and should not imply similar success. Under Regulation A+, a company has the ability to change its share price by up to 20%, without requalifying the offering with the SEC.
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