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Thinking about homeschooling for your child?

Thinking about homeschooling for your child?

Winter Haven, Florida-- Are you thinking about homeschooling your child? 

If so, you can attend the R.E.A.D. 2 p.m.event on Saturday, May 19 at the Winter Haven Library.

According to the MyWinterHaven.com:

Stamp Out Hunger - leave food at your mailbox on Saturday

Stamp Out Hunger - leave food at your mailbox on Saturday

Tampa, Florida --  The U.S. Postal Service and its letter carriers ask Tampa residents to join them and the rest of the nation in combating one of the U.S' growing problems, hunger, by leaving food at your mailboxes on Saturday, May 12. 

According to USPS, this one-day food drive is the nation’s largest single-day food drive across America — including Puerto Rico, Guam and the Virgin Islands.

Polk County Public Schools Commencement Schedule

Polk County Public Schools Commencement Schedule

Polk County, Florida-- 2012 graduation season is here. As this year’s graduates prepare to take the next step towards their future goals, we share in their excitement.

Students who earned their diplomas will be honored at graduation ceremonies throughout the months of May and June. To view a complete commencement schedule please visit this website.

Lakeland police to honor fallen heroes

Lakeland police to honor fallen heroes

Polk County, Florida-- This Thursday, May 10,at Lakeland Police will join other local Police Departments, the Polk County Sheriff's Office, and State and Federal Law Enforcement Agencies in the 25th Annual Polk County Peace Officers' Memorial Service.

The event begins at 10 a.m. at Veterans Park on Lake Beulah.

Officer Arnulfo Crispin of the Lakeland Police Department died in the line of duty on December 21, 2011 while serving the citizens of Lakeland. He will be commemorated on the Polk County Law Enforcement Memorial.  

Parent's Night Out with The Happiest Baby & Happiest Toddler, starring Dr. Harvey Karp

Parent's Night Out with The Happiest Baby & Happiest Toddler, starring Dr. Harvey Karp

Lakeland, FL - Coming to COB Lakeside 18 Cinemas, renowned pediatrician, Dr. Harvey Karp's revolutionary parenting techniques. 

It's Parent's Night Out with The Happiest Baby & Happiest Toddler, starring Dr. Harvey Karp.  

It opens Thursday, June 21 at 7:30 p.m.

This one-night theatrical event will be hosted by Ali Landry, actress, entrepreneur (founder of Spokesmoms.com) and mom of two. 

Don't miss the Downtown Farmers' Market

Don't miss the Downtown Farmers' Market

Winter Haven, Florida-- Visit the downtown Winter Haven Farmers' Market any Thursday, including this coming, May 10, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Downtown Trailhead Park.

According to Mywinterhaven.com, you'll find farm-fresh produce and other items offered by local vendors.

The park is located at Third Street NW and South Lake Silver Drive.

Polk County Public Schools - 36th Annual Volunteer of the Year Award

Polk County Public Schools - 36th Annual Volunteer of the Year Award

Polk County, Florida-- This morning, Polk County Public Schools and the Ledger Media Group hosted the 36th Annual Volunteer of the Year Awards.