For more information about Central Florida, Polk County check out these links:
Things To Do - From the arts and culture to planning your vacation itineraires
find out what's going on this weekend, Dec. 7-9 (pdf) or search for event dates
Need a taxi or visitor information? You can find this along with rental cars, health clubs and more on the Visitor Services in Central Florida Polk County page
Find want you want in an accommodations while staying Polk County.
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Saturday, December 1, 2007
Parades in Central Florida Polk County
Parades in Central Florida Polk County (to be aired on PGTV ) this holiday season are as follows:
· Friday, November 30: Bartow 6 p.m. – live
· Saturday, December 1: Haines City, 10 a.m. – live
· Saturday, December 1: Ft. Meade, 7 p.m. – live
· Thursday, December 6: Lakeland, 7 p.m. – live
· Friday, December 7: Havendale (Winter Haven/Auburndale), 7 p.m. – live
· Saturday, December 8: Lake Wales, 6 p.m. – recorded for re-air
· Saturday, December 1: Frostproof, 7 p.m. – recorded for re-air
· Saturday, December 8: Lake Alfred, 6:30 p.m. – live
Check the PGTV schedule for re-airs.
If you are in Polk County watch PGTV on BrightHouse 19 or Comcast 33…or on the internet at polk-county.net.
· Friday, November 30: Bartow 6 p.m. – live
· Saturday, December 1: Haines City, 10 a.m. – live
· Saturday, December 1: Ft. Meade, 7 p.m. – live
· Thursday, December 6: Lakeland, 7 p.m. – live
· Friday, December 7: Havendale (Winter Haven/Auburndale), 7 p.m. – live
· Saturday, December 8: Lake Wales, 6 p.m. – recorded for re-air
· Saturday, December 1: Frostproof, 7 p.m. – recorded for re-air
· Saturday, December 8: Lake Alfred, 6:30 p.m. – live
Check the PGTV schedule for re-airs.
If you are in Polk County watch PGTV on BrightHouse 19 or Comcast 33…or on the internet at polk-county.net.
Monday, November 26, 2007
Trek Ten Trails - Trek #3 December 8 at Hickory Lake Scrub
Event #3 for Trek Ten Trails Dec. 8
Post your Polk County nature trail pictures to http://www.flickr.com/groups/trektentrails
What is Trek Ten Trails?
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.
Mark your calendars for the Treks
2007 TREKS
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
Post your Polk County nature trail pictures to http://www.flickr.com/groups/trektentrails
What is Trek Ten Trails?
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.
Mark your calendars for the Treks
2007 TREKS
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
Thursday, November 22, 2007
Film Central Florida Flickr Group
First of all, Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours!
The Central Florida Polk County Tourism office has started a Film Central Florida Flickr Group to help promote Polk County and to help find locations for film companies.
We need your help!
If you tag your pictures (or any of your other ones taken in Polk County) "Film Central Florida" (yes, using the " " will make the words stay together for the tag) it could be used in numerous ways to help us promote Central Florida Polk County and as a place for film companies to use as a set background. Your photos will not be sold.
Also once your are a member be sure to send your Polk County pictures to the pool.
Thank you.
The Central Florida Polk County Tourism office has started a Film Central Florida Flickr Group to help promote Polk County and to help find locations for film companies.
We need your help!
If you tag your pictures (or any of your other ones taken in Polk County) "Film Central Florida" (yes, using the " " will make the words stay together for the tag) it could be used in numerous ways to help us promote Central Florida Polk County and as a place for film companies to use as a set background. Your photos will not be sold.
Also once your are a member be sure to send your Polk County pictures to the pool.
Thank you.
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Marketing Committee Meeting - Thurs. Nov. 29
Toursit Development Council (TDC) Marketing Committee Meeting on Thursday, November 29 at 8:30 am in the Community Room (on the third floor) in the Citrus and Chemical Bank Building at 600 N Broadway in Bartow.
In addition to staff reports on sales and marketing initiatives and updates by Polk County attractions, Polk County Arts Alliance and participating Chambers, the following presentations will be made:
• Blogging - Free Online Marketing Ideas presented by Nick Gernert, CNP Studio, an Interactive Division of Clark/Nikdel/Powell
• Visit Florida's Mobile Production Studio Program - Sponsored Content on VisitFlorida.com presented by Lisa Harley and Debi Clark
Take advantage of this opportunity to become more involved in co-operative marketing and sales initiatives to promote your tourist related business. For more information call the Polk County Tourism and Sports Marketing Office at 863-534-2500.
In addition to staff reports on sales and marketing initiatives and updates by Polk County attractions, Polk County Arts Alliance and participating Chambers, the following presentations will be made:
• Blogging - Free Online Marketing Ideas presented by Nick Gernert, CNP Studio, an Interactive Division of Clark/Nikdel/Powell
• Visit Florida's Mobile Production Studio Program - Sponsored Content on VisitFlorida.com presented by Lisa Harley and Debi Clark
Take advantage of this opportunity to become more involved in co-operative marketing and sales initiatives to promote your tourist related business. For more information call the Polk County Tourism and Sports Marketing Office at 863-534-2500.
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
A Jolly, Jazzy Holiday at Bok Sanctuary Nov.23-Jan. 1
November 23 - January 1, Historic Bok Sanctuary’s Christmas at Pinewood features the magnificent Mediterranean-style Pinewood Estates – all decked out for the holidays. The Estate occupies eight acres of Historic Bok Sanctuary and is enjoyed by thousands of visitors each year. For the past 13 years, Central Florida designers fill the 20-room mansion with glittering decorations that showcase the magnificent antique furnishings and superb craftsmanship of a golden era. Local businesses and designers each sponsored one room in the house, transforming it into their interpretation of this year’s theme – a Jolly, Jazzy Holiday. The stunning holiday décor accentuates the mansion’s antique furnishings and architectural elements.
Events planned during Christmas at Pinewood:
November 23 at 10 a.m., the first 100 visitors through the holiday home tour receive a free welcome gift.
December 1 from 10 a.m. to noon, learn how to make origami paper ornaments.
December 1, costumes are encouraged when you step back in time for a swanky, jazzy night in the 1920s at the Christmas at Pinewood Benefit Party.
December 6 & 7 from 5 to 8 p.m., join us for two evenings of fun, shopping and the holiday home tour. Enjoy carolers, a holiday family workshop, pictures with Santa and more in the Visitor Center. Special holiday gifts and goodies for purchase are available in the Carillon Café and Tower & Garden Gift Shop.
Built in the early 1930s, the Pinewood Estate is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is considered one of the finest examples of Mediterranean-style architecture in Florida. C. Austin Buck, original owner and early 20th century industrialist, would be proud to spend the holidays at the 20-room Pinewood Estate this year.
Christmas at Pinewood Home Tour Hours are Monday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. (closed Dec. 24 & 25). For more information, call Historic Bok Sanctuary at 863.676.1408 visit www.boksanctuary.org or call the event line at (863) 734-1222.
General Rates: (includes Sanctuary admission)$18 adults; $9 children ages 5-12; free under 5; $7 members
Events planned during Christmas at Pinewood:
Built in the early 1930s, the Pinewood Estate is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is considered one of the finest examples of Mediterranean-style architecture in Florida. C. Austin Buck, original owner and early 20th century industrialist, would be proud to spend the holidays at the 20-room Pinewood Estate this year.
Christmas at Pinewood Home Tour Hours are Monday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. (closed Dec. 24 & 25). For more information, call Historic Bok Sanctuary at 863.676.1408 visit www.boksanctuary.org or call the event line at (863) 734-1222.
General Rates: (includes Sanctuary admission)$18 adults; $9 children ages 5-12; free under 5; $7 members
Friday, November 16, 2007
Free Golf Clinic - Saturday Nov. 17
info from www.VisitCentralFlorida.org
An exciting day of fun, food and fellowship for the entire family takes place at the YMCA Par 3, Home of The First Tee of Lakeland. Brad Bryant, Bart Bryant and Wendy Doolan will host a lively golf clinic that is sure to be both insightful and entertaining. There will be turkeys given to each family in attendance. In addition to the golf clinic, there will be a K-9 police dog show by the Lakeland Police Department. 2007 Senior Open Champion Brad Bryant and current PGA Tour professional Bart Bryant along with their family and other celebrity friends such as LPGA professional Wendy Doolan will host this third annual event benefiting all families in the Lakeland area.
Location: YMCA Par 3 Home of The First Tee of Lakeland)1740 George Jenkins Blvd.Lakeland, FL 33815
Website: www.thefirstteelakeland.org
Hours: 11 AMCost: Free!For more information, contact: YMCA Par 3(863) 577-0236
Led Zeppelin IV at The Lakeland Center
info from www.VisitCentralFlorida.org
The Lakeland Center Presents: Classic Albums Live - Led Zeppelin IV Led Zeppelin
Friday, Nov 16, 2007. This is not a tribute act nor is it a group of musicians trying to play all the classic albums. This is a show created by music director, arranger Craig Martin from Toronto Canada he reproduces the Classic albums live on stage with every instrument that was used to originally record the album. The live production is incredible it is not unusual to see 15-26 pieces on stage performing a Rock album. Imagine a Rock Symphony not unlike a philharmonic orchestra playing “Bach” CAL is paving the way that fans will come to watch their favorite album played live in the future. No one on stage is performing like or trying sound like the artists no one on stage is trying to sell you the performance. This is truly a musical recital of the highest order; only the best possible musicians are chosen to play for each album the performance is all about the music and featuring some of the most incredible vocalists you have ever heard. As with anything new you have to see this presentation to really appreciate the awesome power of this show and how it affects an audience. FOR THOSE ABOUT TO ROCK IN LAKELAND, WE SALUTE YOU!
Location: The Lakeland Center701 West Lime StreetLakeland, FL 33815
(driving directions)
Website: www.thelakelandcenter.com
Hours: 8:00 pm; Youkey TheatreCost: Advance tickets: $20.00, Savings Deal sponsored by Max 98.3 FM; Day of Show $25.00 (Parking: All standard cars - $5.00, Oversized vehicles - $7.00)863-834-8100 - Main phone number; 863-834-8111 - 24 Hour Ticket Information Hot Line
The Lakeland Center Presents: Classic Albums Live - Led Zeppelin IV Led Zeppelin
Friday, Nov 16, 2007. This is not a tribute act nor is it a group of musicians trying to play all the classic albums. This is a show created by music director, arranger Craig Martin from Toronto Canada he reproduces the Classic albums live on stage with every instrument that was used to originally record the album. The live production is incredible it is not unusual to see 15-26 pieces on stage performing a Rock album. Imagine a Rock Symphony not unlike a philharmonic orchestra playing “Bach” CAL is paving the way that fans will come to watch their favorite album played live in the future. No one on stage is performing like or trying sound like the artists no one on stage is trying to sell you the performance. This is truly a musical recital of the highest order; only the best possible musicians are chosen to play for each album the performance is all about the music and featuring some of the most incredible vocalists you have ever heard. As with anything new you have to see this presentation to really appreciate the awesome power of this show and how it affects an audience. FOR THOSE ABOUT TO ROCK IN LAKELAND, WE SALUTE YOU!
Location: The Lakeland Center701 West Lime StreetLakeland, FL 33815
(driving directions)
Website: www.thelakelandcenter.com
Hours: 8:00 pm; Youkey TheatreCost: Advance tickets: $20.00, Savings Deal sponsored by Max 98.3 FM; Day of Show $25.00 (Parking: All standard cars - $5.00, Oversized vehicles - $7.00)863-834-8100 - Main phone number; 863-834-8111 - 24 Hour Ticket Information Hot Line
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