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A girl sitting beside Lake Mirror looking at the lake and moon at night

There will be plenty of action in the night sky this year.

Photo by @lisburns

The Quadrantid meteor shower is expected to peak this weekend. If you’re trying to spot these elusive meteors streaking through the sky, bundle up and head somewhere dark. Consult this chart for the best viewing hours for your location + check out the Dark Skies International map for spots with lower light pollution.

By our count, the darkest skies within driving distance are Groveland + Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park.
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Events

Friday, Jan. 2

Holiday Skates | Times vary | Lakeland Ice Arena | $15+

Lakeland Cruisers Friday Night Car Show | 5-8 p.m. | Lowe’s | Free

First Friday: Rock, Shop & Roll | 6-9 p.m. | Downtown Lakeland | Free+

Creatures of The Night - Open Drag Show | 8-10 p.m. | Kitty Cat Lounge | Free

Saturday, Jan. 3

Resolution Run & Recovery | 8 a.m.-11 p.m. | Adrenaline Body Works | $20

Birding on the Boardwalk | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Bonnet Springs Park | Free

Grand Opening Celebration | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | The Little Gym | Free+

Sunday, Jan. 4

Sunday Latin Social | 3-7 p.m. | Cob & Pen | $10

Friday, Jan. 9

Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour | 7-9:30 p.m. | RP Funding Center | $46+
See our full events calendar
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Asked

What’s your 2026 resolution?


A. Exercise more
B. Spend more time with family
C. Save money
D. Try something new
E. I’m skipping the resolutions
New year, new you?

The Buy

Are you resolving to make 2026 your year of better sleep? The Buy Editor Emily swears by these simple yet effective products for restorative sleep:

👁️ A blackout eyemask with Bluetooth so you can listen to your favorite music or podcast while falling asleep.
🛏️ These fluffy, breathable pillows with a sophisticated, hotel-style gusseted design.
💤 A 100% cotton sheet set that gets softer with every wash + doesn’t pill.
🌜 This portable white noise machine so you can get a restful night’s sleep while on the go.
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The Wrap

This year, my resolution is to see at least one movie per month at the Polk Theatre. I saw “White Christmas” there last week, and the experience was so fun — and not to mention affordable. You can catch one of my favorites, “When Harry Met Sally,” there tonight at 7:30 p.m.

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