Polk County Tourism and Sports Marketing Celebrity Luncheon Series - with guest speaker Stan Heath

You're Invited To Attend...Polk County Tourism and Sports Marketing Celebrity Luncheon Series

Wednesday, October 17 - 11:30 AM
Guest speaker: Stan Heath, USF Head Basketball Coach

At Imperial Swan Hotel & Suites
(4141 South Florida Ave, Lakeland)

Only $8 and includes lunch!!!!
RSVP - by October 5
To Christine at 863-534-2534

Press Release from http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/news/

Polk Outpost 27 to Host Movie Madness Event
September 21, 2007BARTOW, FL – (August 29, 2007) – Superman is returning to Polk Outpost 27 on September 29. More specifically, Polk Outpost 27 will showcase Superman Returns in their high definition, surround sound theatre. Children, along with an accompanying adult, are invited to kick back and enjoy the show – all for free! The movie will be shown at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. In addition to the movie, refreshments will be sold, including popcorn, candy, hotdogs and beverages.Polk Outpost 27 is located at 101 Adventure Court in Davenport, just south of Interstate 4 on Highway 27 (exit 55). For more information, please contact Polk Outpost 27 at 1-800-828-7655, or visit www.visitcentralflorida.org.

* Media Members, for more information, please contact the Central Florida Visitors & Convention Bureau:Public Information Specialist600 North Broadway, Suite 300Bartow, FL 33830Phone: 863-534-2507Fax: 863-534-0886

Trek Ten Nature Trails in Central Florida, Polk County! The Treks begin October 6, 2007 and conclude with a GRAND FINALE CELEBRATION on the Auburndale TECO Trail, September 13, 2008. You have the option of trekking the ten featured trails on scheduled event dates, or on your own with family and friends. Be sure to find the geocache to validate your treks or have them stamped at the scheduled events. Locations of geocache can be found without a GPS unit.

2007 TREKS
October 6 - Fort Fraser Trail, Highland City Trailhead
November 10 - Lakeland Highlands Scrub, 9 AM
December 8 - Hickory Lake Scrub, 9 AM

2008 TREKS
January 13 - Crooked Lake Prairie, 1:30 PM
February 10 - SUMICA, 1:30 PM
March 8 - Gator Creek Reserve, 9 AM
April 5 - Saddle Creek Nature Trail, 9 AM
May 3 - Lake Wales Trailway, 9 AM
June 7 - Lake Hollingsworth, 9 AM

GRAND FINALE CELEBRATION
September 13 - Auburndale TECO Trail, 9 AM - Noon

Click Here For More Information about Trek Ten Trails and Friend of the Parks.

Farmers Market in Davenport starts Sept. 15

On Sept. 15, Polk Outpost 27 will host a farmers market from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. This will be the first of several farmers market events that will occur at the interactive visitor center this year.
"The farmers market will be a great addition to the events surrounding Polk Outpost 27 - visitors and residents alike will enjoy seasonal produce and other items unique to our area," said Mark Jackson, Polk County's tourism and sports marketing director.
Local farmers will sell fresh fruits and vegetables, and other vendors will come with homemade items, such as jams, breads and local crafts. The farmers market will take place again on the following dates: Sept. 15, Oct. 13, Nov. 24 and Dec. 15.
Local vendors who are interested in taking part in upcoming events must pre-register. Space is limited to the first 30 qualified vendors. To register, call Cynthia Cook at 863-420-2586.
Polk Outpost 27 is located at 101 Adventure Court in Davenport, just south of Interstate 4, exit55 on U.S. Highway 27. For details, call Polk Outpost 27 at 1-800-828-7655, or visit http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/. (from thelegder.com, info provided by the VCB)

What's happening today in the world of Polk County College Sports?
Warner Southern College Women's Soccer - Lady Royals vs. Florida College, Location: Warner Southern College Soccer Field at 5:00 pm; and Warner Southern College Men's Soccer at 7:00 pm. For more information and other events happening in Central Florida Polk County -
http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/do/events/

The Florida Skydiving Center brings the thrill of the freefall to Central Florida's Polk County. For decades, visitors have enjoyed skydiving over acres of open land in the heart of Florida's lakes district. Watch the video of Katy's jump!



Want more videos? search for "Central Florida Polk County" on video.google.com or youtube.com

Visit Central Florida Lakes District, where the sun is always shining and the possibilities for vacation fun seem endless. Explore 554 lakes and diverse attractions, all timeless wonders of the Sunshine State. And if you want to seek out other Florida adventures, Polk County provides the perfect home base – beautiful beaches and famous theme parks are all within easy reach. Whether you're traveling for vacation, sports or business, Central Florida’s Polk County offers a value and experience you won’t find anywhere else. - FMI http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/

Hi, I'm Darby and I work for the Central Florida Visitors & Convention Bureau and this blog is about our events and updates.