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Your Ultimate Guide to Lakeland, FL

November 23, 2022

A conductor stands before the Lakeland Symphony Orchestra, baton raised.

Arts

Holiday performances in Lakeland, FL

A guide to holiday concerts, shows, ballets, and performances around Lakeland, Florida.

November 22, 2022

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Connor Jacobson

National

Here’s how we’re saying thank you

Our readers’ dedication + engagement allows us to do what we love, and we want to say thank you.

November 21, 2022

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Staff

Culture

What’s open and closed on Thanksgiving in Lakeland?

Whether you’re looking to entertain the kids while dinner’s cooking or hoping to make a last-minute run to the store, here are a few places open and operational on Turkey Day.

November 21, 2022

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Rilee Delgado

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Blinky the alligator statue formerly on Lake Mirror

Culture

Lakeland-themed table topics for the holiday season

Don’t let an awkward silence derail your holiday dinners. Impress your guests with these local topics.

November 18, 2022

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Connor Jacobson

A young boy sits atop one of many stacks of diaper boxes.

City

Lakeland youngster’s diaper drive mission

Diapers are probably not such a distant memory for this young philanthropist.

November 17, 2022

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Rilee Delgado

An indoor hanging bench decorated with Christmas pillows near a stack of gifts and ornaments.

Culture

Where to take holiday photos in Lakeland, Florida

Say cheese — it’s that time of year. Don your matching outfits or holiday jammies and strike the perfect pose at one of these Lakeland spots.

November 15, 2022

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Rilee Delgado

RV campsite with tropical trees, tiki hut, and outdoor living area

Travel and Outdoors

Unique camping destinations around Lakeland, FL

Celebrate National Camping Day with a stay at one of these camping sites off the beaten path.

November 14, 2022

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Connor Jacobson

An appetizer spread featuring Hampton Farms products on a living room table.