Which type of house is calling you home? | Photos via Maggie Olivera, The Olivera Group + Jacqueline Lyons, Xcellence Realty
We asked our readers what type of real estate grabs their attention, and 43% chose historic houses, while 33% opted for new construction. Compare your options with a 1925 home in a historic neighborhood and a brand-new home built in 2025.
This home was first occupied by clothing company owner William Ott and his wife Catherine.
207 W. Maxwell St. | Listed by Maggie Olivera, The Olivera Group
Just imagine who’s walked the halls of this Spanish Revival home over its century in the Beacon Hill historic district. Inside you’ll find original wood flooring and custom design details (think: arched doorways + a grand, curved stairway). It also offers nice-to-haves like a butler’s pantry and wood-burning fireplace.
You can be the first to make your mark on a new construction home.
5087 Cliffside Dr. | Listed by Jacqueline Lyons, Xcellence Realty
If modern amenities are what you seek, step into this new home by Tapia Construction across from Little Banana Lake. It keeps things airy with an open floor plan, plenty of natural light, and tile floors. Fire up the electric fireplace in the winter, or spend time in the outdoor kitchen by the screened-in pool in the summer.
We now have a tentative opening date for the Lake Miriam Publix: Thursday, Nov. 13. That’s plenty of time to start planning your BOGO shopping list before the “prototype” store reopens with new options like a Pours bar, pizza counter, and mezzanine seating area. (Click Orlando)
Cause
Last year, the community donated 977 jars during the UF/IFAS Extension Peanut Butter Challenge. Think you can beat that number? Drop off unopened jars of peanut butter at these locations by Oct. 31 to benefit 31 school food pantries in Polk County.
Number
300. That’s how many grazing tables Graze by Lakeland BBQ has completed since it began offering the charcuterie-filled displays. Now, the barbecue biz is offering Charcuterie for a Cause fundraisers, giving organizations a portion of proceeds from the sales of its artisan boxes.
Seasonal
Skip the cooking this year and let the expert chefs at the Terrace Grille handle Thanksgiving dinner for you. Reservations are now open for the Thanksgiving Grand Buffet on Thursday, Nov. 27, with seating times from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Feast your eyes on the menu.
Edu
Two new programs are coming to local colleges. At Polk State, students can now join the AgriPolk program to earn AA degrees before pursuing further agricultural education. Next fall, learn effective leadership as part of Florida Southern’s inaugural Master of Public Administration class.
Answered
We asked where to find a photo booth, and it was a snap for reader Bonnie F., who told us there’s one at the Bowlero bowling alley. There’s another one coming to Lakeland Film Lab by the end of the year, which will offer instant, film-style photo strips.
It’s your time to get out on the dance floor. | Photo by @rosesarefred
Have you been watching the latest season of “Dancing with the Stars” and been thinking, I could do that? Prove it with these open dance floors, performances, and lessons.
Uno Dos Tres Studio
Pro dancers here teach exclusively to adults in small classes, so you get personal instruction. Drop in for one class or book monthly packages to learn ballroom, belly dance, or Turn Up hip hop.
LKLD Lindy Hop
With Monday night workshops at Union Hall and Thursday evening lessons at Uno Dos Tres Studio, you’ll get the swing of this dance style in no time.
Ultimate Dance Center
Classes like intermediate/advanced lyrical, contemporary, and hip hop are open to all ages. Swan City Ballet also offers adult classes there for dancers of any level.
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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.
Lucky Goat Coffee Co. is now open in the Merchants Walk plaza. I tried the seasonal maple pecan latte, and I loved that it was very espresso-forward and I could taste the notes of the coffee. If you’re feeling brave, opt for the Lucky Bomb — it’s the cafe’s signature cold brew plus a shot of espresso.
Pro tip: Ask for pumpkin in your Lucky Bomb — just trust me.
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