Monday, June 28-Sunday July 4

Monday | June 28

ForKids
○‌ Summer Fun Kids Yoga Classes | Mon., June 28 | Yoga Pointe, 2539 S. Florida Ave. | $10 | Yoga classes for the kids that foster self-expression + mindfulness in an inviting and fun atmosphere.
○‌ Summer Reading Program – Genealogy 101 | Mon., June 28 | 10-11 a.m. | Mulberry Library/Civic Center | Free | Hosted by the Polk Historical & Genealogical Library, learn about what genealogy is, why we study it, and how to begin researching your own family tales: reserve your spot online before attending.
○‌ Painting with a Twist Kids Class | Mon., June 28 | 3670 Harden Blvd. | $30 | Bring the kids out to enjoy a youthful version of Painting with a Twist and try their hand at painting a giraffe.
○‌ Genealogy 101 | Mon., June 28 | Mulberry Public Library | Free | Bring your own laptop or tablet to this limited seating event, hosted by the Polk Historical and Genealogical Library, where you can learn about genealogy + how you can discover your family’s history.

Tuesday | June 29

ForKids
○‌ A to Z Nature Summer Camp | Tues., June 29 | 8:30 a.m.-2:45 p.m. | Polk’s Nature Discovery Center, Circle B Bar Reserve | Free | Sign the kids up for this week-long daily summer camp, kicking off today and ending July 2, to give kids a chance to learn about plant + animal diversity, food chains, data collection, and more.
○‌ Painting with a Twist Kids Class | Tues., June 29 | 1:30-3 p.m. | 3670 Harden Blvd. | $30 | Bring the kids out to enjoy a youthful version of Painting with a Twist and try their hand at painting an elephant.

Cause
○‌ United Way Annual Meeting | Tues., June 29 | 9 p.m.-12 a.m. | Polk Theatre or virtual | Price TBD, virtual attendance is free | Join the United Way of Central Florida in person or virtually for their annual meeting to learn about charitable events in our area.

Learn
○‌ Building Resilience Through Drumming | Tues., June 29 | 10-11 a.m. | Bok Tower Gardens | $15+ | Attendees need no previous drumming experience to join in on this structured learning opportunity, which focuses on teaching participants to reconnect with themselves + others using djembe drums.

Wednesday | June 30

ForKids
○‌ Kids Cook Take Home Family Dinner | Wed., June 30 | 5-6:30 p.m. | What’s Cooking Lakeland, 6935 South Carter Rd., Ste. 6 | $50+ | Save on the shopping, cooking & cleaning with this kid’s cooking class (ages 5-13) that results in a take-home dinner for four.
○‌ Painting with a Twist Kids Class | Wed., June 30 | 1:30-3 p.m. | 3670 Harden Blvd. | $30 | Bring the kids out to enjoy a youthful version of Painting with a Twist and try their hand at painting an otter.

Thursday | July 1

TryThis
○‌ Collectorama Coin Show | Thurs., July 1 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | RP Funding Center | $3+ | This show will feature fine coin dealers and collectibles like paper Americana, Columbian exposition, postcards, ephemera + small antiques.
○‌ In-Person: After Hours at the Museum | Thurs., July 1 | 2-8 p.m. | Polk Museum of Art | Free | Polk Museum of Art is open after hours, with a curator tour starting at 6 p.m., so make sure to reserve your spot online before attending.

ForKids
Painting with a Twist - Summer Kids Series | Thurs., July 1 | 1:30-3 p.m. | Painting With a Twist, 3670 Harden Blvd. | $30 | Bring the whole family and enjoy a relaxing afternoon painting an adorable flamingo together as part of this summer series. 🎨

Friday | July 2

TryThis

Saturday | July 3

Sunday | July 4

TryThis
○‌ Thunder on the Ridge Spectacular | Sun., July 4 | 4-9:30 p.m. | Lake Eva Park| Celebrate the 4th of July at this family event in Haines City with live entertainment, children’s activities, + Polk County’s largest fireworks display. 🎆
○‌ Red, White & Boom Car Show | Sun., July 4 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | International Market World | $15+ | Come out to this 4th of July car show + competition with various events planned throughout the day.

Monday, July 5-Sunday, July 11

Monday | July 5

Tuesday | July 6

Wednesday | July 7

ForKids
○‌ Kids Cook Take Home Family Dinner | Wed., July 7 | 5-6:30 p.m. | What’s Cooking Lakeland, 6935 South Carter Rd., Ste. 6 | $50+ | Save the shopping, cooking & cleaning with this kid’s cooking class (ages 5-13) that results in a take-home dinner for four.

Thursday | July 8

Friday | July 9

Saturday | July 10

Sunday | July 11

Monday, July 12-Sunday, July 18

Monday | July 12

Edu
ACT Prep Course | Mon., July 12 | 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Learning Resource Center, 1628 S. Florida Ave. | $470 | Students entering grades 9-12 are welcome to register for this 5-day preparatory course for the ACT, taking place Mon.-Fri. with scholarships available.

Tuesday | July 13

ForKids
○‌ A to Z Nature Summer Camp | Tues., July 13 | 8:30 a.m.-2:45 p.m. | Polk's Nature Discovery Center, Circle B Bar Reserve | Free | Sign the kids up for this week-long daily summer camp, kicking off today and ending July 16, to give kids a chance to learn about plant + animal diversity, food chains, data collection, and more.

PlanAhead
○‌ Yoga aTu Ritmo | Wed., June 14 | 7 p.m. | Ultimate Dance Center | $10 | This restorative yoga class is suitable for adults and children and focuses on activating metabolism, improving posture, increasing flexibility, and restoring a sense of calm.

Wednesday | July 14

ForKids
○‌ Kids Cook Take Home Family Dinner | Wed., July 14 | 5-6:30 p.m. | What’s Cooking Lakeland, 6935 South Carter Rd., Ste. 6 | $50+ | Save the shopping, cooking & cleaning with this kid’s cooking class (ages 5-13) that results in a take-home dinner for four.

Thursday | July 15

Biz
○‌ Entrepreneur/Small Business Consulting Services | Thurs., July 15 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Plant City Chamber of Commerce | Free | Make an appointment to gain confidential consulting + professional training across all industries for your business, put on by the Florida SBDC at Hillsborough County.

Friday | July 16

TryThis
○‌ Winter Haven Happy Hour Tour | Fri., July 16 | 4:30-7 p.m. | Winter Haven Parking Garage, 220 Ave. A. NW | $69.55 | Tour downtown Winter Haven to visit family-owned restaurants and bars in the downtown area that host Happy Hour on weekdays.

Saturday | July 17

Sunday | July 18

Monday | July 19

Learn
Hand-tied Extensions Class | Mon., July 19 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Establish 37, 1216 S. Florida Ave. | $500 | Aspiring hairstylists are welcomed to come learn how to hand tie and blend extensions, while also receiving coaching on social media marketing.

Tuesday | July 20

PlanAhead
Yoga aTu Ritmo | Wed., June 21 | 7 p.m. | Ultimate Dance Center | $10 | This restorative yoga class is suitable for adults and children and focuses on activating metabolism, improving posture, increasing flexibility, and restoring a sense of calm.

Wednesday | July 21

ForKids
○‌ Kids Cook Take Home Family Dinner | Wed., July 21 | 5-6:30 p.m. | What’s Cooking Lakeland, 6935 South Carter Rd., Ste. 6 | $50+ | Save the shopping, cooking & cleaning with this kid’s cooking class (ages 5-13) that results in a take-home dinner for four.

Drink
○‌ Happy Ending at Grove Roots Brewing Co. | Wed., July 21 | 5-9 p.m. | Grove Roots Brewing Co. | Free | Come by Grove Roots Brewing Co. in Winter Haven to enjoy selections from their taps as well as food items from Happy Ending Food Truck, including the Shaka Burger, Pew Pew Shrimp, and more.

Thursday | July 22

Cause
○‌ Alltek Smashathon 2021! | Thurs., July 22 | 5-9 p.m. | The Yard on Mass | $25+ | If you’re looking for a fun way to relieve stress while benefiting the Boys and Girls Club, bring your trashed tech and start smashing, or just show up and smash someone else’s (in the name of urban recycling).

Friday | July 23

Show
○‌ Stadium Concert: The Music of Van Halen | Fri., July 23 | Chain O’ Lakes Stadium, 588 Cletus Allen Dr. | $18+ | Bring your lawn chair, cooler, and enjoy a fun-filled concert to the music of Van Halen. 🎤

Saturday | July 24

Sunday | July 25

Monday, July 26-Sunday, August 1

Monday | July 26

ForKids
○‌ Tropics Elite Summer Camp| Mon., July 26 | 8 a.m. | Cypress Youth Sports Complex | $200 | Sign up your kiddos for this summer camp: discounts are available for Lakeland Tropic Youth, YMCA members, multiple children, and early registers.

Tuesday | July 27

Wednesday | July 28

Family
○‌ Interactive Family Movie - Finding Nemo | Wed., July 28 | Various Times | Donald Bronson Community Center, 124 Bronson Trl. | Free | Bring the kiddos and enjoy the show full of sing-a-longs, bubble blowing, and more interactive opportunities.

Learn
○‌ Kitchen Fundamentals: Seafood | Wed., July 28 | 6 p.m. | Publix Aprons Cooking School at Lake Miriam Square | $60 | Learn new tips and tricks in the kitchen while enjoying seafood recipes like pan-seared swordfish steaks with cherrywood smoked bacon puttanesca sauce.

Thursday | July 29

Friday | July 30

TheBuy
○‌ Fabulous Funky Munky at The Fancy Flea Lakeland A Country Brocante | Fri., July 30 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | RP Funding Center | Shop funky finds at this year’s fancy flea — You never know what you’ll find.

Show
○‌ Live Music at Night: Matt Billor | Fri., July 30 | 6-10 p.m. | Keel Farms | Listen to live music from 24-year-old Matt Billor while you enjoy food, wine, and beer.

Saturday | July 31

FeaturedEvent
○‌Little Villagers Treasure Hunt | Sat., July 31 | 10 a.m. | 1479 Town Center Dr. | Free with registration on July 24 | In celebration of Florida’s Back-to-School Tax-Free Week, children can follow clues to find treasure around the property + win prizes. Ⓟ