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		<title>Soaking Up the Local Culture</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 22 May 2012 13:34:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rebecca Thompson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This Week:   May 21-May 27 Military Month Appreciation Celebration Dates: Now – Thursday, May 31 Venue: Fantasy of Flight – Polk City -May marks National Military Appreciation Month, and Fantasy of Flight honors the brave individuals of our armed forces by extending free admission to all U.S active-duty, retired and reserve military. Lakeland Flying [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">This Week:  <br />
</span>May 21-May 27</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/national-military-appreciation-month-celebration" target="_Blank"><strong>Military Month Appreciation Celebration</strong></a><strong><br />
<em>Dates:</em> </strong>Now – Thursday, May 31<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/fantasy-of-flight" target="_Blank">Fantasy of Flight</a> – Polk City<strong><br />
-</strong>May marks National Military Appreciation Month, and Fantasy of Flight honors the brave individuals of our armed forces by extending free admission to all U.S active-duty, retired and reserve military.<strong></strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/lakeland-flying-tigers-games" target="_blank"><strong>Lakeland Flying Tigers</strong></a><strong><br />
<em>Dates:</em></strong> Now – September 1<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em> </strong><a href="http://detroit.tigers.mlb.com/spring_training/ballpark.jsp?c_id=det" target="_blank">Joker Marchant Stadium</a><br />
-The Lakeland Flying Tigers have returned to Lakeland for the 2012 season.<br />
<em>-This week’s home games are: </em><strong><br />
</strong>May 25 vs. Tampa Yankees, 7:11 PM ; <em>7-11 Fridays, Metro PCS Family 4-Pack</em><br />
May 26 vs. Tampa Yankees, 6:00 PM; <em>Firework Extravaganza, Kids Club Day, Spirit Night</em><br />
May 27 vs. Tampa Yankees, 1:00 PM; <em>Sunday Family Fun Day, Geico Employee Day</em></p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/annual-juried-art-show" target="_Blank">Annual Juried Art Show</a> </strong><strong><br />
<em>Dates:</em></strong> Monday, May 21 – Friday, May 25<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/florida-southern-college" target="_Blank">Florida Southern College</a> – Lakeland<br />
-Lakeland Art Guild’s 41st Annual Juried Art Show takes place at the Melvin Gallery, Florida Southern College on Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland.<br />
-Viewing hours are Monday-Friday, 10am to 4pm.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/historic-lake-mirror-tours" target="_blank"><strong>Historic Lake Mirror Tours</strong><br />
</a><strong><em>Date:</em></strong> Tuesday, May 22<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> Downtown Lakeland<br />
-This is a free historic walking tour through Downtown Lakeland.<br />
-Tours are scheduled on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm.<br />
-Call the Lake Mirror rental office to reserve a spot, limited to 25 people.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/carillon-classic-5k-runwalk" target="_Blank">A-C-T Carillon Classic 5k Run/Walk<br />
</a><em>Date</em>: </strong>Saturday, May 26<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/bok-tower-gardens" target="_Blank">Bok Tower Gardens</a> – Lake Wales<br />
-This inaugural event will be hosted by the Dick Pope/Polk County Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association, in which proceeds will benefit its educational and professional initiatives, as well as the George W. Harris, Jr. Runaway and Youth Crisis Shelter.<br />
-Participants will enjoy a gorgeous route (with carillon music from the tower), a tech t-shirt and post-race refreshments along with the opportunity to enjoy the gardens after the race for free.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/highland-city-community-market" target="_Blank">Highland City Community Market</a></strong><br />
<strong><em>Date:</em></strong> Saturday, May 26<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> Highland City<br />
-Your local community market that features hand-crafted items and fresh produce.<br />
-The market will be open on the fourth Saturday of every month from 8:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Highland City.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/legoland-florida-water-park-grand-opening" target="_Blank">LEGOLAND® Florida Water Park Grand Opening</a></strong><br />
<strong><em>Date:</em></strong> Saturday, May 26<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/legoland-florida" target="_Blank">LEGOLAND Florida</a> – Winter Haven<br />
-LEGOLAND® Florida Water Park will feature a wave pool, Build-A-Raft lazy river, tube slides, body slides and an interactive water-play structure – DUPLO® Safari.<br />
-Admission to the water park is included with an all-new LEGOLAND Premium Pass, which offers 12 months admission to LEGOLAND Florida and seasonal access to the LEGOLAND Water Park.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/all-white-memorial-day-weekend-comedy-jam" target="_Blank">All White Memorial Weekend Comedy Jam</a></strong><br />
<strong><em>Date: </em></strong>Sunday, May 27<strong><em><br />
Venue: </em></strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/polk-theatre" target="_Blank">Polk Theatre</a> – Lakeland<br />
-IV The Soul, LLC presents The All White Memorial Day Comedy Jam the countries funniest comedians: Shawty Shawty, Marvin Dixon, Vanessa Fraction, Ray Lipowski and Justin Goldsmith.</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Upcoming Events</span></strong><strong>:</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/legends-legacies-reflections-of-vietnam" target="_Blank"><strong>Legends &amp; Legacies- Reflections of Vietnam</strong></a> – June 8-9 (Fantasy of Flight-Polk City)</p>
<p><a href="http://centralfloridasports.com/events/sunshine-state-games-polk-county-festival-.aspx" target="_Blank"><strong>Florida’s Sunshine State Games: Polk County Festival</strong> </a>– June 15-17 &amp; 23-24</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/live-at-the-gardens-summer-music-series-2012" target="_Blank">Live at the Gardens: Summer Music Series</a> – </strong>June 23, July 14, August 11, September 22 (Bok Tower Gardens-Lake Wales)<strong></strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/red-brick-boom" target="_blank"><strong>Red, Brick &amp; Boom</strong></a> – July 4 (LEGOLAND® Florida-Winter Haven)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/nature-fest#day=0" target="_Blank"><strong>Polk NatureFest</strong></a> – October 4-7 (locations across Polk County)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/brick-or-treat" target="_Blank"><strong>Brick-or-Treat</strong></a><strong> – </strong>October- Saturdays &amp; Sundays (LEGOLAND® Florida-Winter Haven)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/legends-legacies" target="_Blank"><strong>Legends &amp; Legacies- Letters Home: Love, Courage &amp; Survival</strong></a> – October 12-13 (Fantasy of Flight-Polk City)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/go-legoland-its-your-birthday" target="_Blank"><strong>Go LEGOLAND &#8211; It’s Your Birthday</strong></a><strong> – </strong>October 15 (LEGOLAND® Florida-Winter Haven)</p>
<p><a href="http://boktowergardens.org/calendar/boktoberfest-plant-sale/" target="_Blank"><strong>Boktoberfest</strong></a><strong> – </strong>October 20 (Bok Tower Gardens-Lake Wales)</p>
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		<title>Polk County Celebrates the Armed Forces</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 18 May 2012 14:15:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rebecca Thompson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Polk County is celebrating Veterans and those serving our country in a big way this spring, with no shortage of events and festivities taking place throughout the county from Fantasy of Flight in Polk City to Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales! National Military Appreciation Month at Fantasy of Flight May 1-31 May marks National [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Polk County is celebrating Veterans and those serving our country in a big way this spring, with no shortage of events and festivities taking place throughout the county from Fantasy of Flight in Polk City to Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales!</p>
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<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline"><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/national-military-appreciation-month-celebration" target="_Blank">National Military Appreciation Month at Fantasy of Flight</a></span></strong><span style="text-decoration: underline"><br />
</span><em>May 1-31</em></p>
<p>May marks National Military Appreciation Month and <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/fantasy-of-flight" target="_Blank">Fantasy of Flight</a> is pleased to honor the brave individuals of our armed forces with free admission to all U.S active-duty, retired and reserve military.<br />
To qualify for free general admission, guests must present a valid ID.</p>
<p><strong>Legends &amp; Legacies<br />
</strong></p>
<p>Fantasy of Flight also hosts their Legends &amp; Legacies Symposium Series year-round which honors American heroes whose personal contributions became part of our country&#8217;s rich history and helped shape our society. This series provides the audience with the rare opportunity to hear personal struggles, challenges and accomplishments first-hand.</p>
<p>Upcoming dates: <strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/legends-legacies-reflections-of-vietnam" target="_Blank">June 8-9</a></strong>: Reflections of Vietnam<br />
                                   <strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/legends-legacies" target="_Blank">October 12-13</a></strong>: Letters Home: Love, Courage &amp; Survival</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline"><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/armed-forces-day-carillon-concerts" target="_Blank">Armed Forces Day Carillon Concerts at Bok Tower Gardens</a></span></strong><span style="text-decoration: underline"><br />
</span><em>Saturday, May 19</em></p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/bok-tower-gardens" target="_Blank">Bok Tower Gardens </a>will honor the brave men and women of our Armed Forces with special carillon concerts on Saturday, May 19 and free admission to all branches of the military (active, retired and disabled veterans) with valid ID.</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline"><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/operation-tiger-trot" target="_Blank">Armed Forces Day at Joker Marchant Stadium</a></span></strong><span style="text-decoration: underline"><br />
</span><em>Saturday, May 19</em></p>
<p><strong>Operation Tiger Trot:</strong></p>
<p>-The annual Tiger Trot 5k &amp; Fun Walk will take place at Joker Marchant Stadium Saturday. Registration will begin at 7 a.m., and the race will start at 8 a.m.<br />
-Participants will receive a run shirt, dog tags, yellow ribbon and participation certification – “I SUPPORT OUR SOLDIERS,” and prizes include gift certificates, awards, and trophies for 15 age divisions.<br />
-Trophies will be awarded to the Overall Male/Female, Masters Male/Female as well as age group winners. There will also be special military team awards.<br />
-The Tiger Trot benefits the Detroit Tigers Foundation of Florida, Polk County ROTC programs and The Ledger&#8217;s Newspaper in Education Program.</p>
<p><strong>Baseball:</strong></p>
<p>The <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/lakeland-flying-tigers-games" target="_Blank">Lakeland Flying Tigers </a>will honor current and retired members of the military for their service to the country with free admission to the game where they take on the St. Lucie Mets at 6:00 p.m. Gates open at 4:30 p.m.</p>
<p>Following the game will be a patriotic fireworks extravaganza (weather permitting).</p>
<p><strong>Pre-game:</strong></p>
<p>Prior to the game, Roy Powers and the Last Exit Blues Band will perform in the concourse.</p>
<p>The Tigers will also host the North Lakeland Little League&#8217;s team party before and during the game where each team will parade onto the field prior to the game.</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Memorial Day:</span></strong></p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/all-white-memorial-day-weekend-comedy-jam" target="_Blank">All White Memorial Day Weekend Comedy Jam at Polk Theatre:</a><br />
</strong><em>Sunday, May 27</em></p>
<p>IV the Soul presents the 1st Annual All White Memorial Day Comedy Jam featuring Marvin Dixon, Shawty Shawty, Ray Lipowski, Vanessa Fraction, &amp; Goldiee on Sunday, May 27 at <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/polk-theatre" target="_Blank">Polk Theatre</a>.</p>
<p>Tickets are on sale for $25 General Admission.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/memorial-day-carillon-concerts-1" target="_Blank">Memorial Day Concerts at Bok Tower Gardens:</a><br />
</strong><em>Monday, May 28</em></p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/bok-tower-gardens" target="_Blank">Bok Tower </a>will host a musical salute of gratitude on Monday, May 28 with the Armed Forces Day Carillon Concerts. All branches of the military (active, retired and disabled veterans) will receive free admission with valid ID.<strong></strong></p>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 14:01:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rebecca Thompson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This Week:   May 14-May 20 Military Month Appreciation Celebration Dates: Now – Thursday, May 31 Venue: Fantasy of Flight – Polk City -May marks National Military Appreciation Month, and Fantasy of Flight honors the brave individuals of our armed forces by extending free admission to all U.S active-duty, retired and reserve military. Lakeland Flying [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">This Week:  <br />
</span>May 14-May 20</strong></p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/national-military-appreciation-month-celebration" target="_Blank">Military Month Appreciation Celebration<br />
</a><em>Dates:</em> </strong>Now – Thursday, May 31<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/fantasy-of-flight" target="_Blank">Fantasy of Flight</a> – Polk City<strong><br />
-</strong>May marks National Military Appreciation Month, and Fantasy of Flight honors the brave individuals of our armed forces by extending free admission to all U.S active-duty, retired and reserve military.<strong></strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/lakeland-flying-tigers-games" target="_blank"><strong>Lakeland Flying Tigers</strong></a><strong><br />
<em>Dates:</em></strong> Now – September 1<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em> </strong><a href="http://detroit.tigers.mlb.com/spring_training/ballpark.jsp?c_id=det" target="_blank">Joker Marchant Stadium</a> – Lakeland<br />
-The Lakeland Flying Tigers have returned to Lakeland for the 2012 season.<br />
<em>-This week’s home games are: </em><br />
May 17 vs. St. Lucie Mets, 6:30 PM<strong><br />
</strong>May 18 vs. St. Lucie Mets, 7:11 PM<br />
May 19 vs. St. Lucie Mets, 6:00 PM<br />
May 20 vs. St. Lucie Mets, 1:00 PM</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/a-tribute-to-johnny-cash" target="_Blank">A Tribute to Johnny Cash</a> </strong><strong><br />
<em>Date:</em></strong> Friday, May 18<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/polk-theatre" target="_Blank">Polk Theatre</a> – Lakeland<br />
-The Polk Theatre is bringing back this original production starring outstanding area artists for one more performance.<br />
-The musicians play multiple instruments, and have voices that will have you humming the music for days after hearing the unique arrangements of Cash songs never presented anywhere before.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/always-patsy-cline" target="_blank">Always, Patsy Cline</a></strong><br />
<strong><em>Dates:</em></strong> Friday, May 18 – Saturday, May 20<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/lakeland-community-theatre" target="_Blank">Lakeland Community Theatre<br />
</a>-The show is based on a true story about Cline’s friendship with a fan from Houston named Louise Seger, who befriended the star in a Texas honky-tonk in l961, and continued a correspondence with Cline until her death.<br />
- The musical play, complete with down-home country humor, true emotion and even some audience participation, includes many of Patsy’ unforgettable hits.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/tales-of-a-4th-grade-nothing" target="_Blank"><strong>Tales of a 4<sup>th</sup> Grade Nothing</strong></a><br />
<strong><em>Dates:</em></strong> Friday, May 18 – Sunday, May 20<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/theatre-winter-haven" target="_Blank">Theatre Winter Haven<br />
</a>-A Theatre Winter Haven Academy Production based on the popular stories of Judy Blume.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/armed-forces-day-carillon-concerts" target="_Blank">Armed Forces Day Carillon Concerts at Bok Tower Gardens</a><br />
<em>Date</em>: </strong>Saturday, May 19<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/bok-tower-gardens" target="_Blank">Bok Tower Gardens</a> – Lake Wales<br />
- Special carillon concerts to honor brave men and women of our Armed Forces who have given their lives to preserve our freedom.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/classic-games-night" target="_Blank">Classic Games Night</a></strong><br />
<strong><em>Date:</em></strong> Saturday, May 19<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/polk-county-historical-museum" target="_Blank">Polk County Historical Museum</a> – Bartow<br />
-Classic Games Night features classic board &amp; card games and classic movies with a twist at the museum.<br />
-Guests can play games provided by the museum or bring their own family favorites to share with others.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/death-is-a-cabernet-ol-chum" target="_Blank">Death is a Cabernet, Ol’ Chum</a><br />
<em>Date: </em></strong>Saturday, May 19<strong><em><br />
Venue: </em></strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/ritz-on-central" target="_Blank">Ritz on Central</a> – Winter Haven<br />
-Winter Haven&#8217;s Ritz Theatre hosts a murder mystery dinner.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/live-at-the-gardens-summer-music-series-2012" target="_Blank">Live at the Gardens: Summer Music Series</a><br />
<em>Date: </em></strong>Saturday, May 19<strong><br />
<em>Venue: </em></strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/bok-tower-gardens" target="_Blank">Bok Tower Gardens </a>– Lake Wales<br />
<strong>-</strong>The 11th annual Live at the Gardens Summer Music Series returns once again to our Visitor Center with monthly concerts May – September.<br />
-Concert tickets include all-day admission to the Gardens and an optional dinner will be served at the Blue Palmetto Café before each performance.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/operation-tiger-trot" target="_Blank"><strong>Operation Tiger Trot</strong><br />
</a><strong><em>Date: </em></strong>Saturday, May 19<strong><em><br />
Venue: </em></strong>Lakeland Flying Tigers Stadium<br />
-This 5K Race and 1 Mile Fun Walk is an Armed Forces Day Celebration and the kick off to the entire day’s events that include a cadet games competition, Armed Forces Day Celebration, baseball game and fireworks.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/ironman-703-florida" target="_Blank">Ironman 70.3 Florida</a><br />
<em>Date: </em></strong>Sunday, May 20<br />
<strong><em>Venue: </em></strong>Lake Eva Park – Haines City<br />
-The ninth annual Ironman 70.3 Florida triathlon moves from Orlando to Haines City this year.<br />
-The one-loop bike route goes through Polk County and offers athletes the chance to enjoy views of citrus groves and cattle farms as they ride along the quiet country roads.<br />
-The run course includes three loops around Lake Eva and finishes in a grassy park near the lake.<br />
-The IronKids Florida triathlon will take place Saturday, May 19 at 7:00 a.m.</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Upcoming Events</span></strong><strong>:</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/carillon-classic-5k-runwalk" target="_Blank"><strong>Carillon Classic 5k Run/Walk</strong></a> – May 26 (Bok Tower Gardens-Lake Wales)</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/legoland-florida-water-park-grand-opening" target="_Blank">LEGOLAND Florida Water Park Grand Opening</a> – </strong>May 26 (LEGOLAND® Florida-Winter Haven)<strong></strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/legends-legacies-reflections-of-vietnam" target="_Blank"><strong>Legends &amp; Legacies- Reflections of Vietnam</strong></a> – June 8-9 (Fantasy of Flight-Polk City)</p>
<p><a href="http://centralfloridasports.com/events/sunshine-state-games-polk-county-festival-.aspx" target="_Blank"><strong>Florida’s Sunshine State Games: Polk County Festival</strong> </a>– June 15-17 &amp; 23-24</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/red-brick-boom" target="_blank"><strong>Red, Brick &amp; Boom</strong></a> – July 4 (LEGOLAND® Florida-Winter Haven)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/nature-fest#day=0" target="_Blank"><strong>Polk NatureFest</strong></a> – October 4-7 (locations across Polk County)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/brick-or-treat" target="_Blank"><strong>Brick-or-Treat</strong></a><strong> – </strong>October- Saturdays &amp; Sundays (LEGOLAND® Florida-Winter Haven)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/legends-legacies" target="_Blank"><strong>Legends &amp; Legacies- Letters Home: Love, Courage &amp; Survival</strong></a> – October 12-13 (Fantasy of Flight-Polk City)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/go-legoland-its-your-birthday" target="_Blank"><strong>Go LEGOLAND &#8211; It’s Your Birthday</strong></a><strong> – </strong>October 15 (LEGOLAND® Florida-Winter Haven)</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://boktowergardens.org/calendar/boktoberfest-plant-sale/" target="_Blank">Boktoberfest</a> – </strong>October 20 (Bok Tower Gardens-Lake Wales)<strong></strong></p>
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		<dc:creator>Rebecca Thompson</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">This Week:  <br />
</span>May 7-May 13</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/annual-juried-art-show" target="_Blank"><strong>Annual Juried Art Show</strong></a><strong><br />
<em>Dates</em>: </strong>Monday, May 7 – Friday, May 18<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/florida-southern-college" target="_Blank">Florida Southern College</a> – Lakeland<br />
-Lakeland Art Guild’s 41st Annual Juried Art Show takes place at the Melvin Gallery at FSC.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/lakeland-flying-tigers-games" target="_blank"><strong>Lakeland Flying Tigers</strong></a><strong><br />
<em>Dates:</em></strong> Now – September 1<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em> </strong><a href="http://detroit.tigers.mlb.com/spring_training/ballpark.jsp?c_id=det" target="_blank">Joker Marchant Stadium</a><br />
-The Lakeland Flying Tigers have returned to Lakeland for the 2012 season.<br />
<em>-This week’s home games are: </em><br />
May 8 vs. Palm Beach Cardinals, 6:30 PM<strong><br />
</strong>May 9 vs. Palm Beach Cardinals, 10:30 AM<br />
May 10 vs. Palm Beach Cardinals, 6:30 PM<br />
May 11 vs. Palm Beach Cardinals, 7:11 PM<strong></strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/benefit-for-bailee" target="_Blank"><strong>Benefit for Bailee</strong></a><br />
<strong><em>Dates:</em></strong> Friday, May 11 – Sunday, May 13<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/triple-canopy-ranch" target="_Blank">Triple Canopy Ranch</a> – Lake Wales<br />
-Sky Powersports and Triple Canopy Ranch are holding an ATV weekend fundraiser to help with Bailee Kent’s medical expenses.<br />
-The three-day event will feature live entertainment from several artists, a corn-hole tournament,  activities, bonfires, raffles, prizes, and an auction along with swamp buggy rides, monster truck rides and ATV Demo rides.<br />
-All proceeds will be donated to Bailee Kent, 18 year old Webber student who recently suffered a massive stroke.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/legends-legacies-d-day-invasion-of-normandy" target="_blank"><strong>Legends &amp; Legacies: D-Day Invasion of Normandy</strong></a><br />
<strong><em>Dates:</em></strong> Friday, May 11 – Saturday, May 12<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/fantasy-of-flight" target="_Blank">Fantasy of Flight</a> – Polk City<br />
-This event features D-Day heroes in an open-forum/question-and-answer session as well as meet/greet and autograph signings.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/national-public-gardens-day" target="_Blank"><strong>National</strong><strong> Public Gardens Day at Bok Tower Gardens</strong></a><strong><br />
<em>Date:</em></strong> Friday, May 11<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/bok-tower-gardens" target="_Blank">Bok Tower Gardens</a> – Lake Wales<br />
-This national event is sponsored by the American Public Gardens Association and designed to raise awareness about the role America’s public gardens play in promoting environmental stewardship and awareness, plant and water conservation and education in communities nationwide.<br />
-Present a current membership card to any public garden at the entrance gate to receive free admission to the Gardens.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/the-real-thing" target="_Blank"><strong>The Real Thing</strong></a><br />
<strong><em>Dates: </em></strong>Friday, May 11 – Saturday, May 12<br />
<strong><em>Venue: </em></strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/lakeland-community-theatre" target="_Blank">Lakeland Community Theatre</a><strong><br />
</strong>-Lakeland Community Theatre brings Tom Stoppard’s The Real Thing, Winner of the 1984 Tony Award for Best Play, to the stage.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/polk-museum-of-art-midflorida-mayfaire-by-the-lake" target="_Blank"><strong>Mayfaire by-the-Lake</strong></a><strong><br />
<em>Dates</em>: </strong>Saturday, May 12 – Sunday, May 13<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> Lakeland<br />
-The 41st annual Polk Museum of Art MIDFLORIDA Mayfaire by-the-Lake 2012.<br />
-Mayfaire is a free community weekend that features children’s art activities, musical performances and food, all centered around beautiful, award-winning art.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/polk-museum-of-art-midflorida-mayfaire-by-the-lake" target="_Blank"><strong>Mayfaire Saturday Night</strong></a><br />
<strong><em>Date:</em></strong> Saturday, May 12<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/lake-mirror-complex" target="_Blank">Lake Mirror Promenade</a> – Lakeland<br />
-A free street party at the Lake Mirror Promenade featuring live music and fireworks.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/the-firebird" target="_Blank"><strong>The Firebird</strong></a><strong><br />
<em>Date: </em></strong>Saturday, May 12<strong><em><br />
Venue: </em></strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/polk-theatre" target="_Blank">Polk Theatre</a> – Lakeland<br />
-A spin on the classic Firebird story by Artistic Director Carol Erkes and Associate Director Ferdinand De Jesus, along with new contemporary works by guest choreographers including Earl Mosely.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/mothers-day-carillon-concerts" target="_Blank"><strong>Mother’s Day Carillon Concerts</strong></a><strong><br />
<em>Date: </em></strong>Sunday, May 13<br />
<strong><em>Venue: </em></strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/bok-tower-gardens" target="_Blank">Bok Tower Gardens</a> – Lake Wales<br />
-Bok Tower Gardens celebrates Mother’s Day with Carillon concerts and free admission for all mothers.</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Upcoming Events</span></strong><strong>:</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.centralfloridasports.com/events/ironman-703-florida-.aspx" target="_Blank"><strong>Ironman 70.3 Florida</strong></a><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline"> </span></strong>– May 19-May 20 (Lake Eva Park-Haines City)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/carillon-classic-5k-runwalk" target="_Blank"><strong>Carillon Classic 5k Run/Walk</strong></a> – May 26 (Bok Tower Gardens-Lake Wales)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/legends-legacies-reflections-of-vietnam" target="_Blank"><strong>Legends &amp; Legacies- Reflections of Vietnam</strong></a> – June 8-9 (Fantasy of Flight-Polk City)</p>
<p><a href="http://centralfloridasports.com/events/sunshine-state-games-polk-county-festival-.aspx" target="_Blank"><strong>Florida’s Sunshine State Games: Polk County Festival</strong> </a>– June 15-17 &amp; 23-24</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/red-brick-boom" target="_blank"><strong>Red, Brick &amp; Boom</strong></a> – July 4 (LEGOLAND® Florida &#8211; Winter Haven)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/nature-fest#day=0" target="_Blank"><strong>Polk NatureFest</strong></a> – October 4-7 (locations across Polk County)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/brick-or-treat" target="_Blank"><strong>Brick-or-Treat</strong></a><strong> – </strong>October- Saturdays &amp; Sundays (LEGOLAND® Florida &#8211; Winter Haven)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/legends-legacies" target="_Blank"><strong>Legends &amp; Legacies- Letters Home: Love, Courage &amp; Survival</strong></a> – October 12-13 (Fantasy of Flight-Polk City)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/go-legoland-its-your-birthday" target="_Blank"><strong>Go LEGOLAND &#8211; It’s Your Birthday</strong></a><strong> – </strong>October 15 (LEGOLAND® Florida &#8211; Winter Haven)</p>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Apr 2012 14:23:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rebecca Thompson</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">This Week:<br />
</span>April 2-8</strong></p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/detroit-tigers" target="_Blank">Detroit Tigers Spring Training</a></strong><strong><em><br />
Date</em></strong><em>:</em> April 2<br />
<strong><em>Venue</em></strong><em>:</em> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/news/tigers-announce-2012-spring-training-schedule" target="_Blank">Joker Marchant Stadium</a> – Lakeland<br />
-The Tigers take on the Toronto Blue Jays at 1:05 p.m. in their last home game of 2012 Spring Training.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/rodger-hammersteins-south-pacific" target="_Blank">Rodgers &amp; Hammerstein’s South Pacific</a><br />
<em>Date:</em></strong> Monday, April 2<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/lakeland-center" target="_Blank">The Lakeland Center<br />
</a>-A musical based on the 2008 Tony Award winning Lincoln Center Theater production, directed by Bartlett Sher.<br />
-Group discounts are available.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/2012-state-science-engineering-fair-of-florida" target="_Blank">2012 State Science Fair &amp; Engineering Fair of Florida</a></strong><br />
<strong><em>Dates:</em></strong> Tuesday, April 3 – Thursday, April 5<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/lakeland-center" target="_Blank">The Lakeland Center<br />
</a>-A three-day display of science project exhibits prepared by aspiring scientists and engineers in grades 6-12.<br />
-Nearly 950 Finalists will display their projects and illustrate their research in competition for awards.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/moonlight-carillon-concert-2" target="_Blank">Moonlight Carillon Concert at Bok Tower Gardens</a></strong><br />
<strong><em>Date:</em></strong> Tuesday, April 3<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/bok-tower-gardens" target="_Blank">Bok Tower Gardens </a>– Lake Wales<br />
-Enjoy an hour-long carillon concert under the light of a full moon with the scent of citrus blossoms in the air.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://catchcentralflorida.com/2012/03/27/lakeland-flying-tigers-are-back-in-action-for-their-2012-season/" target="_Blank">Lakeland</a></strong><strong><a href="http://catchcentralflorida.com/2012/03/27/lakeland-flying-tigers-are-back-in-action-for-their-2012-season/" target="_Blank"> Flying Tigers Exhibition Game<br />
</a></strong><strong><em>Date:</em></strong> Tuesday, April 4<br />
<strong><em>Venue:<a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/news/tigers-announce-2012-spring-training-schedule" target="_Blank"> </a></em></strong><a href="http://detroit.tigers.mlb.com/spring_training/ballpark.jsp?c_id=det" target="_Blank">Joker Marchant Stadium</a> – Lakeland<br />
-The Tigers kickoff their 2012 season at Joker Marchant in an exhibition game against Southeastern University Fire.<br />
-The first pitch is scheduled for 6:00 p.m., and gates open at 5:00 p.m.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/night-hike" target="_Blank">Night Hike at Bok Tower Gardens</a></strong><br />
<strong><em>Date:</em></strong> Thursday, April 5<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/bok-tower-gardens" target="_Blank">Bok Tower Gardens </a>– Lake Wales<br />
-Unravel the mysteries of nighttime sights and sounds in the Gardens after the sun goes down.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/first-friday" target="_Blank">First Friday</a></strong><br />
<strong><em>Date:</em></strong> Friday, April 6<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.downtownlakelandfl.com/" target="_Blank">Downtown Lakeland<br />
</a>-Every month people gather to Downtown Lakeland for an evening of FREE family-friendly entertainment, activities, live music, art receptions, car shows and the chance to check out locally-owned restaurants or retail establishments.<br />
-April’s theme: Get the Message Media Night- Area students try their hands at casting the marketing spell through videos and radio ads promoting Downtown Lakeland.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/cruisin-winter-haven" target="_Blank">Cruisin’ Winter Haven</a></strong><br />
<strong><em>Date:</em></strong> Saturday, April 7<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> Central Park – Winter Haven<br />
-Free monthly car show and cruise event featuring family activities, entertainment and vendors.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/easter-egg-hunt" target="_Blank">Easter Egg Hunt</a></strong><br />
<strong><em>Date:</em></strong> Saturday, April 7<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://centralfloridasports.com/facilities/larry-parrish-complex.aspx" target="_Blank">Larry Parrish Baseball Complex </a>– Haines City<br />
-The Easter Bunny will be present for pictures at this free egg hunt full of prizes and candy.</p>
<p><a href="http://catchcentralflorida.com/2012/03/27/lakeland-flying-tigers-are-back-in-action-for-their-2012-season/" target="_Blank"><strong>Lakeland</strong><strong> Flying Tigers Home-Opener</strong><br />
</a><strong><em>Date:</em></strong> Saturday, April 7<br />
<strong><em>Venue:<a href="http://detroit.tigers.mlb.com/spring_training/ballpark.jsp?c_id=det"> </a></em></strong><a href="http://detroit.tigers.mlb.com/spring_training/ballpark.jsp?c_id=det" target="_Blank">Joker Marchant Stadium</a> – Lakeland<br />
-The Flying Tigers open their FSL season against the Tampa Yankees at 6 p.m.<br />
-Gates will open at 4:30 p.m., and the first 1,500 fans receive a 2012 magnetic schedule.<br />
-Publix will sponsor an Easter egg hunt after the game that will feature the Easter Bunny.<br />
-A firework show will follow if weather permits.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/85th-easter-sunrise-service" target="_Blank">85<sup>th</sup> Easter Sunrise Service at Bok Tower Gardens</a></strong><br />
<strong><em>Date:</em></strong> Sunday, April 8<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/bok-tower-gardens" target="_Blank">Bok Tower Gardens </a>– Lake Wales<br />
-Easter morning worshippers will be offered free admission from 6 to 8 a.m. to experience the majesty of the sun rising.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/easter-sunday-carillon-concerts" target="_Blank">Easter Sunday Carillon Concerts at Bok Tower Gardens</a></strong><br />
<strong><em>Date:</em></strong> Sunday, April 8<br />
<strong><em>Venue:</em></strong> <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/bok-tower-gardens" target="_Blank">Bok Tower Gardens </a>– Lake Wales<br />
-Enjoy the sacred day while listening to beloved music performed on the 60-bell Singing Tower carillon.</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Upcoming Events</span>:</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/legends-legacies-unspoken-valor" target="_blank"><strong>Legends &amp; Legacies- Unspoken Valor: The Bomber Crews of World War II</strong></a> – April 13-14, 2012 (Fantasy of Flight-Polk City)</p>
<p><a href="http://centralfloridasports.com/events/winter-haven-hosptial-foundation-citrus-classic.aspx" target="_Blank"><strong>Winter Haven Hospital Foundation Citrus Classic 5K</strong> </a>– April 14 (LEGOLAND® Florida -Winter Haven)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.centralfloridasports.com/events/ironman-703-florida-.aspx" target="_Blank"><strong>Ironman 70.3 Florida</strong></a><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline"> </span></strong>– May 19-May 20 (Lake Eva Park-Haines City)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/carillon-classic-5k-runwalk" target="_Blank"><strong>Carillon Classic 5k Run/Walk</strong></a> – May 26 (Bok Tower Gardens-Lake Wales)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/red-brick-boom" target="_Blank"><strong>Red, Brick &amp; Boom</strong></a> – July 4 (LEGOLAND® Florida &#8211; Winter Haven)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/nature-fest#day=0" target="_Blank"><strong>Polk NatureFest</strong></a> – October 4-7 (locations across Polk County)</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/brick-or-treat" target="_Blank">Brick-or-Treat</a> – </strong>October- Saturdays &amp; Sundays (LEGOLAND® Florida &#8211; Winter Haven)</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/go-legoland-its-your-birthday" target="_Blank">Go LEGOLAND &#8211; It’s Your Birthday</a> – </strong>October 15 (LEGOLAND® Florida &#8211; Winter Haven)<span> </span></p>
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		<title>Polk County Visitor Center Hosts Spring Training Day</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:03:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jessica Roberts</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[On Saturday, February 18, Polk County’s official visitor information center, Polk Outpost 27, will celebrate the game of baseball with Spring Training Day. The Detroit Tigers, who are celebrating their 76th Spring Training season in Polk County, will join the Spring Training celebration with a display at Polk Outpost 27 from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>On Saturday, February 18, Polk County’s official visitor information center, Polk Outpost 27, will celebrate the game of baseball with <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/events/spring-training-day-at-polk-outpost-27" target="_Blank">Spring Training Day</a>. The Detroit Tigers, who are celebrating their 76th Spring Training season in Polk County, will join the Spring Training celebration with a display at Polk Outpost 27 from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. with giveaways, a sports themed bounce house for kids, games, a baseball movie, free popcorn and an appearance by the Lakeland Flying Tigers mascot, Ace. Visitors to the event will also be able to register for two grand prize drawings: one prize will be four tickets to see the Tigers play the Atlanta Braves on March 4 at Joker Marchant Stadium and the other will be a game-used Tigers jersey. Visitors who bring canned goods for local food banks will also be entered into a drawing for a $50 Wal-Mart gift card. </p>
<p>Baseball fans that can’t get enough of the national pastime on February 18 can enjoy baseball themed exhibits and memorabilia from February 11-19 at Polk Outpost 27. While at Polk Outpost 27, visitors will also be able to get all the latest information on the 2012 Spring Training season including schedules, Spring Training guides and other baseball information including complete schedules for the <a href="http://www.centralfloridasports.com/events/russmatt-central-florida-baseball-invitational.aspx" target="_Blank">2012 RussMatt Baseball Central Florida Collegiate Invitational </a>that features more than 200 college baseball teams competing in Polk County from mid-February through the end of March.</p>
<p>All of the events and displays are free of charge and will be open to the public during normal hours. <a href="http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/destinations/polk-outpost-27-visitor-information-center" target="_Blank">Polk Outpost 27</a> is open seven days a week from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and is located on Highway 27 a half-mile South of I-4 at Exit 55. For more information call Polk Outpost 27 at 863-420-2586. </p>
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		<title>Flying Tigers Feature Giveaways and A Sunset Celebration This Weekend</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jun 2011 16:59:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kris Keprios</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Lakeland Tigers will provide an entertaining weekend filled with giveaways, contests and festivities, including a giveaway just for kids on Friday and a Key West themed “Sunset Celebration” on Saturday. Friday, June 10 vs. Daytona Cubs @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00 p.m.): Victor Martinez Kids Backpack Giveaway The Flying Tigers will be [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Lakeland Tigers will provide an entertaining weekend filled with giveaways, contests and festivities, including a giveaway just for kids on Friday and a Key West themed “Sunset Celebration” on Saturday.</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Friday, June 10 vs. <strong>Daytona Cubs @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00 p.m.):<br />
</strong></span></strong><strong>Victor Martinez Kids Backpack Giveaway<br />
</strong>The Flying Tigers will be giving away Victor Martinez backpacks to the first 750 paid kids ages 14 and younger.<br />
<strong><br />
Chick-fil-A Night<br />
</strong>Look for special promotions, contests and giveaways throughout the game from Chick-fil-A.<br />
<strong><br />
Scout Night<br />
</strong>Special group ticket and food packages for Boy and Cub Scouts and their families.</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Saturday, June 11 vs. Brevard County Manatees (Brewers) @ 4:00 p.m. (Gates open at 2:30 p.m.):<br />
</span></strong><strong><em>The Ledger </em>Customer Appreciation Day<br />
</strong>The first 2,000 fans will receive a free grocery tote compliments of The Ledger Media Group. The first 100 new Ledger subscribers will be given Ledger Media Group t-shirts.  Fans can register to win great prizes including travel trips, gift baskets, gift cards and more throughout the game.  A fan will also have a chance to win a Fiat if a Flying Tigers player hits a grand slam in the seventh inning.  The Flying Tigers will be wearing special tropical jerseys during the game and fans are encouraged to dress for the occasion as well wearing flip-flops and tropical shirts.</p>
<p><strong>Sunset Celebration Sponsored by The Ledger Media Group and Budweiser<br />
</strong>Following the game the Flying Tigers will be turning the berm into a Key West themed party.  There will be live island-themed music by Captain Josh as well as street performers, frisbee dogs, a pig roast and much more.  There will be drink and food specials on the berm all night.  Polk County’s Parrot Head Club, Pirates on the Ridge, will be helping to get the party started.</p>
<p><strong> </strong><strong>Fireworks Extravaganza at dark (weather permitting).</strong></p>
<p><strong> </strong><strong>Post-Game Party at Natalie’s Sports Bar &amp; Grill<br />
</strong>The fun keeps going at Natalie’s following the fireworks show.  Natalie’s is located at 3120 South Florida Avenue in Lakeland.</p>
<p>For more information please visit the Flying Tigers online at <a href="http://www.lakelandflyingtigers.com/">www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com</a> or call (863) 686-8075.</p>
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		<title>Flying Tigers Announce 2010 Schedule</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:58:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kris Keprios</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Lakeland Flying Tigers have announced their 2010 Florida State League (FSL) schedule. They are set to begin their 60th season in the FSL and 44th as a Detroit Tigers minor league affiliate.  Lakeland first began playing in the FSL in 1919. The Flying Tigers will open the season on the road Thursday, April 8 [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;">The Lakeland Flying Tigers have announced their 2010 Florida State League (FSL) schedule. They are set to begin their 60th season in the FSL and 44th as a Detroit Tigers minor league affiliate.  Lakeland first began playing in the FSL in 1919. The Flying Tigers will open the season on the road Thursday, April 8 in Tampa to take on the FSL champion Yankees and home fans will get their first look at the team when the Flying Tigers host Tampa on Friday, April 9 at 7:00 p.m. at Joker Marchant Stadium.  There will be special pre-game activities and ceremonies, BirdZerk, one of the widest and craziest shows in sports, will entertain fans during the game and there will be a spectacular post-game fireworks show.<br />
The schedule is highlighted with home games on the 4th of July, Armed Forces Day, and several education day games.  A full promotional calendar will be released at a later date. Season tickets will go on sale on January 18 and individual tickets will be on sale beginning Feb. 27. To see the entire schedule, visit the Flying Tigers <a href="http://www.minorleaguebaseball.com/schedule/index.jsp?sid=t570" target="_blank">website</a>.<br />
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		<title>Inaugural Freedom Walk September 3</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2009 19:11:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kris Keprios</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Get your walking shoes on and join the Marine Families of Polk County (M.F.P.C.) for the Inaugural Freedom Walk at Joker Marchant Stadium on September 3. The walk will take place right before the Flying Tigers play the Daytona Cubs at 7pm and will honor  active, retired and fallen military veterans, along with law enforcement, firefighters [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Get your walking shoes on and join the Marine Families of Polk County (M.F.P.C.) for the Inaugural Freedom Walk at Joker Marchant Stadium on September 3. The walk will take place right before the Flying Tigers play the Daytona Cubs at 7pm and will honor  active, retired and fallen military veterans, along with law enforcement, firefighters and EMT heroes who serve faithfully in Polk County while reflecting on the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001. Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd will be on hand with remarks during the ceremony.</p>
<p>All active and retired military, and members of the law enforcement, fire and EMT community along with their families will be able to attend the event for free. Additionally, anyone registering for the Freedom Walk will enter at no charge. Participation in the walk is not required to enter for the ceremony or the Flying Tigers game.</p>
<p>Registration for the walk begins at 5 p.m. with all Freedom Walk participants enjoying hamburgers and hot dogs, compliments of Texas Cattle Company. The Freedom Walk will begin at 6 p.m. with participants making three trips around the field – roughly a mile in length – with walkers finishing at home plate. Directly following the walk, special recognition will be given to all heroes present, with other festivities on hand throughout the evening.  </p>
<p>For more information, visit the Marine Families of Polk page on Facebook or contact Jamie Brown, president of M.F.P.C. at <a href="mailto:Jamie@nikdel.com">Jamie@nikdel.com</a> or 299-9980, ext. 1022.</p>
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		<title>Fireworks Over Central Florida This Weekend</title>
		<link>http://sunnycentralflorida.com/2009/06/29/fireworks-over-central-florida-this-weekend/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:59:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kris Keprios</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Do you know where you are going to be looking up at the sky this July 4th? Several communities around Polk County have celebrations planned, so check this list before you head out to make your plans to celebrate July 4. Haines City &#8211; Thunder on the Ridge (July 4 from Noon-10pm): The 2009 Thunder [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you know where you are going to be looking up at the sky this July 4th? Several communities around Polk County have celebrations planned, so check this list before you head out to make your plans to celebrate July 4.</p>
<p><strong>Haines City &#8211; Thunder on the Ridge (July 4 from Noon-10pm): </strong> The 2009 Thunder on the Ridge Extravaganza will be bigger and better than ever as the city celebrates the grand opening of  the new Lake Eva Community Park with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The park features a new aquatic center, two playgrounds, lighted tennis and basketball courts, a band shell for concerts, and a lakefront banquet facility.There will be plenty of craft and food vendors, children’s activities, and entertainment to keep visitors of all ages busy throughout the day beginning at Noon.  The highlight of the night (besides Polk County&#8217;s largest fireworks display, of course) will be a live performance by The Commodores. <a href="http://www.ci.haines-city.fl.us/content.php?page=325" target="_blank">Find out more.</a></p>
<p><strong>Lakeland &#8211; Red, White &amp; Kaboom (July 3 at 6pm): </strong>Red, White &amp; Kaboom will take place around the Lake Mirror Promenade and will feature the pop/rock sounds of the popular local band, MillHopper. The band will play three sets of music ending at 9:00 p.m. to a breathtaking display of fireworks over Lake Mirror. As part of this year’s celebration, the city of Lakeland is asking for a canned food item from everyone who attends the free event. There will be several locations throughout Lake Mirror Park that will be accepting the canned food donations. There will be a variety of food and drink vendors around Lake Mirror so bring a blanket and enjoy the live music and a dramatic display of fireworks over the lake. All City parking garages will be open. <a href="http://www.lakelandgov.net/news/kaboom.html" target="_blank">Find out more. </a></p>
<p><strong>Lakeland &#8211; Lakeland Flying Tigers vs. Tampa Yankees (July 4 at 5pm): </strong>There is no better way to celebrate America, the summer and the 4th of July than watching a baseball game followed by a huge fireworks display over Joker Marchant Stadium. In what has become a 4th of July tradition, the Lakeland Flying Tigers will host the July 4th game and set off a dazzling display of fireworks at 9pm, following the game. Get your tickets early as this game is a tough ticket to get. <a href="http://web.minorleaguebaseball.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090526&amp;content_id=4963352&amp;vkey=news_t570&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;sid=t570" target="_blank">Find out more.</a></p>
<p><strong>Winter Haven &#8211; Rockin&#8217; Freedom Fest (July 3 at 7pm):</strong> Lake Silver will be the backdrop for Winter haven&#8217;s 4th of July celebration. Live music by the band Signal Zero will lead up to the large fireworks display over Lake Silver at 9:30pm. There will be food vendors and lots of entertainment for the kids. <a href="http://www.mywinterhaven.com" target="_blank">Find out more.</a></p>
<p><strong>Winter Haven &#8211; Cypress Gardens July 4th Celebration (July 4):</strong> Both Cypress Gardens and Splash Island Water Park are set to celebrate July 4th with a very special day of entertainment. <strong>Cypress Gardens</strong> will be open from 9:00am-10:00pm and will feature four ski shows at 1:30 pm, 4:00 pm, and 6:00 pm, with a special “Nighttime Ski Show” at 8:45 pm. The Lakeside Stage (between Ski Stadiums) will also host The Fletcher Cane Band from 7:00 pm until 8:30 pm. Then, be sure to stay for the Fireworks on the Lake at the Ski Stadium at 9:15 pm (immediately following the “Nighttime Ski Show). At <strong>Splash Island</strong>, the park hours will be from 10:00am-10:00pm with a live DJ playing your favorite music from noon-7pm.</p>
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