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Rec2Go Painting in the Park is coming to Hunt Fountain Park, located at 2020 Duff Road in Lakeland, from 10 a.m. to noon...
10/23/2026

Rec2Go Painting in the Park is coming to Hunt Fountain Park, located at 2020 Duff Road in Lakeland, from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct. 24.

Make plans to get creative and paint along in a guided session with our instructor at Rec2Go: Painting in the Park, a free mobile art program intended for adults.

This is a free event, but registration is required. Please call 863-534-6911 for more information or to register.

Quest Run, originally scheduled for Oct. 24 at Mosaic Peace River Park, has been cancelled. For more information, call 8...
10/23/2026

Quest Run, originally scheduled for Oct. 24 at Mosaic Peace River Park, has been cancelled. For more information, call 863-534-6911.

10/22/2026

Join the adventure at The Hunt for Sasquatch race on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2027, at Bone Valley ATV Park, 10427 County Road 630 W., Mulberry.

Use promo code SCARYSQUATCH to receive $5 off from now until Nov. 1. Register today: https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/Mulberry/TheHuntforSasquatch.

The Hunt for Sasquatch at Bone Valley ATV Park offers rugged trails, wild vibes and one legendary chase.

Race Lineup:
• 10K Run — No color. Scenic, tough, full trail run challenge.
• 5K Run — No color. Fast, fun and beginner friendly.
• 1-Mile Color Run — The only color blast race. Family fun, high energy and maximum mess.

Extreme it up:
• Sasquatch Revenge — Take the 10K and 5K back to back.
• Trifecta — Take the 10K, 5K and the 1-mile Color Run and earn all-year bragging rights.

Celebrate Arts and Health Week, Nov. 8 to 14, with three free classes at the Polk County History Center. Explore how mov...
10/20/2026

Celebrate Arts and Health Week, Nov. 8 to 14, with three free classes at the Polk County History Center. Explore how movement and the arts support overall wellness while connecting with your community.

Participants must be 18 years old or older. Registration is required for each class.

Jazzercise Class | 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 10
Take part in a 30-minute introduction to energetic dance fitness with a jazzercise class led by Denise Bohde
Register: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/rrngbc2

Chair Yoga Class | 6 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 12
Stretch, breathe and unwind in a chair yoga class led by Tina Peak.
Register: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/7guap9u

Adult Ballet Class | 6 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 13
Explore ballet’s foundational movements during a one-hour introductory class led by Swan City Ballet.
Register: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/vqah97a

Before each class, explore the museum’s exhibits, including refreshed displays in the Arts and Culture Gallery.

📍 Polk County History Center, 100 E. Main St. in Bartow

Arts and Health Week is led by the Polk Arts & Health Collaborative, a Watson Clinic Foundation Initiative.

10/19/2026

Something strange has stirred in Polk County… 👀🌙

Believers, skeptics and the curious witnessed the mystery of the Moonlit Cryptid Expo on Oct. 3 at Homeland Heritage Park, where legends, folklore and the unexplained came together for a night of cryptid-filled fun. 🛸🐾🌲

Thanks to everyone who joined us for an unforgettable evening of strange encounters and mysterious discoveries.

Celebrate Halloween with a sweet treat! Join us for a festive Halloween Ice Cream Social at the Mary Norma Campbell Reso...
10/16/2026

Celebrate Halloween with a sweet treat! Join us for a festive Halloween Ice Cream Social at the Mary Norma Campbell Resource Center.

Enjoy an ice cream and toppings bar, themed crafts and light refreshments during this free community event.

⏰ 6 to 8 p.m.
🗓️ Friday, Oct. 16
📍 Mary Norma Campbell Resource Center, 2226 Karen St., Lake Wales

🎃 This is a free event!

Bring the family and enjoy a fun, festive evening filled with Halloween treats and activities.

The phone lines at the Mary Norma Campbell Resource Center in Lake Wales are currently not working. Please call the main Parks and Recreation office at 863-534-6911 for assistance regarding programming at the Mary Norma Resource Center.

The county-maintained Lake Parker Boat Ramp, located at 1222 E. Lake Parker Drive on the east of the lake, has been reop...
10/16/2026

The county-maintained Lake Parker Boat Ramp, located at 1222 E. Lake Parker Drive on the east of the lake, has been reopened.

Polk County Parks and Natural Resources staff closed the boat ramp in January 2022 to deconstruct the concrete pier in preparation for future projects.

For additional information on parks and closures, please contact the Polk County Parks and Natural Resources Division at 863-534-7377.

10/07/2026

Celebrating culture, community, and the rich traditions that make Polk County shine! 🎉🌎

Polk County proudly came together to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, honoring the history, contributions, music, food, and vibrant cultures of our Hispanic community. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this celebration so special.

Aspiring and established writers 16 years and older are invited to participate in a monthly writers social club. Each mo...
10/06/2026

Aspiring and established writers 16 years and older are invited to participate in a monthly writers social club. Each monthly session will feature new writing challenges and activities to help spark creativity and encourage growth! Pen and paper will be provided but participants are encouraged to bring their own supplies if desired.

📅10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Oct. 10
📍Wabash Community Center, 1230 Southern Ave., Lakeland, FL

Admission is free, but registration is required. Space is limited to 30 participants.

For more information, please call (863) 284-4223.

Address

4177 Ben Durrance Road
Bartow, FL
33830

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18635346911

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