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Carol Jenkins Barnett United Way Children’s Resource Center – formerly Family Fundamentals – opens in November 2022 at Bonnet Springs Park. Offering free classes for children ages 0-5 plus resources for parents and caregivers.
I scream, U scream, we all scream for ice cream! Cookies! Frozen yogurt! Gelato! Shaved Ice! Cupcakes! Find the best places for sweet eats, frozen treats, and ice cream in Lakeland and across Polk County.
The Best Shaved Ice, Cookies, and Ice Cream in Lakeland + Polk County Read More »
New parents and families with young children will benefit from permanent sales tax exemptions in Florida that were passed this year. Parents in Florida will no longer pay sales tax on diapers, baby gear, shoes, clothing for babies and toddlers.
Interested in being part of Lakeland’s brand new place to play? Bonnet Springs Park is a place to escape, engage, and explore. Learn more about this exciting new park and find out how you can become a Friend of Bonnet Springs Park.
Childcare… Daycare… Preschool… Headstart… School Readiness… VPK… there are many different childcare programs in Florida. Learn more about what these terms mean and find out more about preschool and daycare assistance programs.
Daycares, Preschools, and VPK – Understanding Child Care Options in Florida Read More »
Florida VPK is a FREE prekindergarten program for 4 & 5 year-olds. Learn how to apply, the difference between VPK at a public school or private provider, and how to find a VPK near you.
Florida VPK – Free Prekindergarten for all 4-Year-Olds Read More »
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office offers opportunities for women to learn how to defend themselves through a FREE Personal Safety and Women’s Basic Self Defense Class.
Polk County Sheriff’s FREE Women’s Self Defense & Personal Safety Class Read More »
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with the Polk County School Board, are working to prepare our teens for safe driving. The Teen Driver Challenge is a FREE student driving school offered to Polk County’s teens – find out how to register.
Polk County Sheriff’s Office Offers FREE Teen Driver Challenge Program Read More »
Do you ever find yourself planning to go out for lunch or dinner, wanting a restaurant with outdoor tables, but can’t remember which restaurants have outdoor dining?? This list is for you!
Restaurants with Outdoor Dining in Lakeland and Winter Haven Read More »
Visit the Aerospace Center for Excellence and Florida Air Museum for family friendly fun! Fly a drone, see historic planes, learn about space, build a rocket, learn how to fly on a flight simulator, see science on a sphere, and so much more.
