Find âMute Swan Protecting Her Cygnetsâ by Ian G. Brennan above Lake Mirror. | Photo by LALtoday
For us? You shouldnât have. We think living in Swan City is the greatest gift of all, but itâs actually been on the receiving end of quite a few delightful donations. From sculptures to parks, museums, and even birds, check out these six gifts given to the city.
âMute Swan Protecting Her Cygnetsâ | This 8-ft-tall bronze statue was donated to the city by siblings Steve Wolfson and Sandra Berg in 2011. The siblings, members of Lakelandâs first Jewish family, commissioned the statue from artist Ian G. Brennan to honor their parents and family legacy.
Swans + cygnets on Lake Morton circa 1970
Photo courtesy of Special Collections at the Lakeland Public Library
Royal swans | Arguably Lakelandâs most well-known gift, our resident swans came by way of Queen Elizabeth II in 1957. Her Majesty â also known as the Seigneur of the Swans â donated two of her charges at the behest of two native Lakelanders following the decline of Lakelandâs swan population.
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At the nationally accredited Hollis Cancer Center, Breast Surgical Oncologists Dr. Eve Paxton and Dr. Vanessa Prowler, along with Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon Dr. David Straughn, provide personalized treatment using the latest surgical techniques to support both health and quality of life.
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Prep for post-holiday cleanup chaos with our go-to organization hacks:
đ Tuck leftover wrapping paper into this storage container with handy pockets for ribbons + bows.
đČ Keep ornaments protected in a durable storage box with drawers that hold up 128 pieces.
đ Organize holiday decor in these best-selling containers that are transparent so you can easily see whatâs inside.
đȘ Prevent your wreath from getting crushed with a specially designed storage bag that keeps its shape intact.
đĄ Say goodbye to tangled wires â this storage solution features three spools for easy holiday light organization.
Happy holidays, Lakeland. As a reminder, weâre taking a pause on newsletters to spend time with our loved ones. Weâll see you back in your inboxes daily at 6 a.m., starting Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2025. In the meantime, peruse our snowiest archives.
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