Around Town
7th Annual Library Card Design Contest – Winter Haven Public Library
Help design the new Library Card for Winter Haven Public Library
Weekday Meals: Slow Cooker Pot Roast
This is my family’s favorite pot roast recipe. Using the instant pot/ slow cooker makes this a perfect meal for busy days. Bonus recipes for what to do with the leftovers!
Water Bottle Roundup
With fall routines – and lunchbox packing – around the corner, we rounded up eight great reusable water bottle companies you have to check out.
Easy Cruffin Recipe
Cruffins are the perfect breakfast or brunch treat. These are easy to make and modify to fit your families taste.
Where to get a School and Sports Physical in Polk County
Back to School is always a busy time for parents as it adds more things to do to parents’ already full schedule. Here is where to find School and Sports Physicals in Polk County
5 New Ideas for Moms Night Out!
Take your MNO to the next level with our fun suggestions!
Meet Richard & Maria Williams from My Sweet Scent of Home
Meet Richard and Maria Williams from My Sweet Scent of Home. My Sweet Scent of Home specializes in modern farmhouse furniture and home décor, as well as custom engraving and personalized gifts.
Celebrate National Black Business Month!
Did you know August is National Black Business Month?
Back to School Sales Tax Holiday 2022
Florida Sales Tax Holiday begins on Monday, July 25, 2022, and ends on Sunday, August 7, 2022. There are some substantial changes to the list!
Beach Reads: 10 Titles to Make Your Summer Sizzle!
These fun reads will help you get into summer mode.
4 Reasons to Head to the Farmers Market
We are big fans of supporting local farms and farmers’ markets.
Patriotic Popcorn!
This year take your popcorn up a notch and jazz it up for the fourth of July!
Best Outdoor Toys for Summer!
Summer is here and if you’re looking to upgrade your backyard fun, we have you covered! In our roundup of Best Outdoor Toys of Summer, we look beyond the usual swing set and share toys that will keep your kids outside and off screens for hours—and make your backyard playdate central.
Juneteenth Celebrations in and around Polk County
Check out our list of Juneteenth Celebrations in and around Polk County
Meet A Dad: Scott Audette from Scott Audette Underwater
Scott Audette Underwater offers a unique way to capture a moment in time. Scott is a local and national professional sports photographer who took a leap of faith during COVID and combined his love of photography with his love of diving.
Summer BreakSpot in Polk County 2022
FREE Breakfast and Lunch for Kids – All Summer Long Summer BreakSpot provides FREE meals to children 18 and under during the summer months
Polk County Youth Summer of Safety – Ride for FREE
While we all love Summer managing transportation for middle and high schoolers can be challenging. Citrus Connection is offering a one-of-a-kind program that gives middle and high school kids a bus pass for FREE during the Summer.
Things to do in Polk County with Kids: Bowling Edition
Kids can bowl for FREE at Cypress Lanes Family Fun Center!
Things to do in Polk County with Kids: Movie Edition
Summer Movies are a great way to beat the heat and enjoy a family-friendly movie!
Sparkling Sweet Tea Sangria for Summer!
This warm-weather drink is fun and festive for the season.