WINTER HAVEN FARMERS MARKET
Summer hours: Every Saturday, 9 am – noon. Shop artisan food vendors, plants, food trucks, and more while supporting a healthy & connected community. Across from Grove Roots on the NE corner of 3rd St. & Ave C SW in the old BB&T parking lot in downtown Winter Haven. winterhavenfarmersmarket.com
FINE ART AT THE MAGNOLIA
Aug. 17 from 10 am – 5 pm and Aug. 18 from 10 am – 4 pm at the beautiful Magnolia Building in Lakeland. Returning for its 8th year, this two-day art exhibition features 19 curated fine artists and craftsmen. thebohrergallery.com
STUFFED ANIMAL FLIGHT SCHOOL
Aug. 1 at the Florida Air Museum. You and your stuffed animal will attend mandatory orientation, and then you leave your animal with a team of aviation professionals for a rigorous flight training program. Return the following day to collect your newly winged pilot. aceedu.org
CARNIVOROUS PLANT TALK & SALE
Aug, 10, 10 – 11:30 am at Bok Tower Gardens. Learn why Florida is a hotspot of carnivorous plants. Presented by Kenny Coogan, author of the book “Florida’s Carnivorous Plants.” Books & a selection of carnivorous plants will be available for purchase after the talk. boktowergardens.org
SUMMER BRICK PARTY
Through Aug. 11 at LEGOLAND. Jump into extreme levels of fun with shows, fan-favorite characters, refreshing summertime food & beverages, and tons of bricktastic fun in the sun. Included with park admission. legoland.com
DIXIELAND NIGHT MARKET
Aug. 9, 6 – 11 pm next to Union Hall. Come out to Dixieland on the second Friday each month for the latest from local artists, fashion designers, jewelry makers, and more local entrepreneurs. Enjoy dinner under the stars from one of the many food vendors. More info on IG @dixielandnightmarket.
FLYING TIGERS
Catch a Lakeland Flying Tigers game throughout August at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium. Most games begin at 6:30, Sunday games begin at noon with the option to buy a Sunday brunch. For more info and to buy tickets visit milb.com/lakeland.
BRIDGERTON BRUNCH
Aug. 18, 11 am – 2 pm at Balmoral Event Center in Haines City. Indulge in a morning of sheer elegance and charm. This is no ordinary brunch; it is a high-society gathering where one must dress to impress. Enjoy a lavish spread of delectable food, the finest drinks, and exciting entertainment. centralfloridatix.com
HARRY POTTER: RETURN TO HOGWARTS
Aug. 3, 10 am – noon at the Lakeland Public Library. Swish and flick your wand during a magical morning filled activities, games, and crafts. Attend Hogwarts classes to complete your magical education. Recommended for ages 8 to 13 while supplies last. No registration required. lakelandpl.libcal.com
POLK YOUNG PROFESSIONALS AWARDS
Aug. 29, 5 pm at Theatre Winter Haven. This will be an evening event to celebrate the work of the young professionals’ groups throughout the year and the people making a difference in Polk County. Purchase tickets at endeavorwinterhaven. wildapricot.org
