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Platform Art, a non-traditional approach in experiencing art, began in 2003 in San Francisco, with a group of out of work creative dot comers that wanted to view art in a more exponential way. So they created these art parties to showcase all kinds of art and performances in different venues. Polk County’s 19th Platform [...]

This Week:   April 16-22 Runway Fashion Show Date: Wednesday, April 18; 6:30–8:30pm Venue: Polk Museum of Art – Lakeland -Polk Museum of Art proudly presents its annual spring fashion show where Neiman Marcus Tampa Bay will provide the fashions. Rumors Dates: Thursday, April 19 – Sunday, April 22 Venue: Theatre Winter Haven -This is [...]

What could sound better than a nice relaxing day of golf? How about a relaxing day of golf on a boat! How does this work you ask? The Ridge Art Association is presenting the 2nd annual Chain of Lakes Golf Splash on Saturday April 21, 2012. The event will begin at 8:00 a.m and last [...]

This Week: April 2-8 Detroit Tigers Spring Training Date: April 2 Venue: Joker Marchant Stadium – Lakeland -The Tigers take on the Toronto Blue Jays at 1:05 p.m. in their last home game of 2012 Spring Training. Rodgers & Hammerstein’s South Pacific Date: Monday, April 2 Venue: The Lakeland Center -A musical based on the 2008 [...]

Don’t be surprised when the world goes dark(er) for an hour Saturday night from 8:30-9:30 p.m. In an effort to raise awareness and better the planet, many businesses across the globe are reducing their lights to participate in Earth Hour. Two of which, are local. PicassoZ Art Café and sister company, Tea Largo, are proud [...]

This Week: March 26-April 1 Detroit Tigers Spring Training Dates: Now – April 3 Games start at 1:05 p.m. Venue: Joker Marchant Stadium- Lakeland -Spring Training for the Detroit Tigers has begun!  Check the schedule for daily home games. This week’s home games: Monday, March 26- Miami Marlins Thursday, March 29- Washington Nationals at 6:05 [...]

What would spring be without the 38th annual SUN ‘n FUN aviation extravaganza? Starting March 27 and lasting through April 1, the ultimate airshow exhibit will take place at the Florida Air Museum, here, in Lakeland, Florida. This exhibit will be nothing short of exciting and event-filled, featuring over 250 open forums, hands-on workshops, seminars, [...]

This week: March 19-25 Detroit Tigers Spring Training Dates: Now-April 3 Games start at 1:05 p.m. Venue: Joker Marchant Stadium- Lakeland -Spring Training for the Detroit Tigers has begun!  Check the schedule for daily home games at Joker Marchant Stadium. This week’s home games: Tuesday, March 20- Atlanta Braves Wednesday, March 21- Minnesota Twins  Saturday, [...]

For over 70 years Lake Hollingsworth in Lakeland has been the destination for one of the most exciting races in the area. The annual Orange Cup Regatta, which features over 100 powerboat racers, will be held on this weekend, March 2nd – 4th. Races will begin on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. and Sunday at 12:00 [...]

For 41 years now the Bloomin’ Arts Festival has been gracing Central Florida with beautiful art, live music and delicious food. Located in downtown Bartow along Main Street and Central Avenue, the tradition will continue this Saturday and Sunday, March 3rd and 4th, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day. Various artists will be [...]