Florida Back-to-School Sales Tax Week – July 31 – August 9, 2021
The Florida Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday is July 31 – August 9, 2021 and we’ve got all the details you need to know to save money on your back to school shopping!
Summer Fun
Back-To-School Bashes and Free School Supplies in Lakeland + Polk County
In need of free school supplies? Or just looking to celebrate the new school year with a back to school bash? We’ve got a full list of back to school events and places to get free school supplies.
Back-to-School Guide for Lakeland + Polk County
Find all the info you need to kick off a new school year! Back to school events, places to get free school supplies, the 2021-22 school calendar, details on tax free shopping, our favorite school gear, Stuff the Bus donation locations, and more.
2021 CMX Summer Movies (formerly Cobb Theatres) – now including Lakeland!
Formerly Cobb Free Summer Movies, and now called CMX Summer Kids Festival, you’ll find the same great movie program for kids and families every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of the Summer for only $1.50 per person. Includes CMX Cinemas in Lakeland!
Splash and Swim at the Lake Eva Water Park and Aquatic Center
Have you been to the Lake Eva Water Park in Haines City? It is a great place to cool off during the summer! The aquatic center has a splash pad, water slide, activity pool and water play area your kids will love, all for only $5 per person.
Drive-thru Safari Tours available in your own car at Safari Wilderness in Lakeland
At Safari Wilderness in Lakeland, you can get up close and personal with llamas, zebras, watsui cattle, water buffalo, and more. For a limited time they are offering a guided drive-thru safari tour where you can see and feed exotic animals from the comfort of your own vehicle.
OLD – Online Resources Guide – 20+ Free Online Summer Camps + DIY Activities for Kids
Free Online Summer Camps are a great resource if you’re looking for DIY projects to keep kids engaged and learning all summer long. Check out these free websites that provide guided instructions for hands-on activities, coding, art projects, maker projects, and more.
Polk County Schools Lunch Pickup Locations – Summer 2021
During Summer 2021, Polk County Schools will continue to provide free lunch and breakfast to children 18 years and under. A week’s worth of school meals can be picked up at specific schools and community locations during the summer months.
A Letter To the Introverted Mom During the Summer
Introverted moms, this one is for you. Self-awareness and a little planning helped this introverted mom make the most of our summer days.
Celebrating Father’s Day in Lakeland – Gift Ideas, Family Activities, Weekend Freebies
Find unique Father’s Day gifts for dads in Lakeland, Winter Haven, and Polk County. We’ve got gift ideas, family activities, weekend freebies and more.