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Events
March 28 – 30
Camp Brave Heart
This annual camping weekend at Circle F. Dude Ranch is for children who have recently lost a loved one, ages five through high school. Kids can share their feelings with other kids, volunteers, Good Shepherd Hospice employees and other camp staff members, while having a fun camping weekend with crafts, canoeing, swimming, and horseback riding. The ranch is located at 5301 Dude Ranch Road in Lake Wales. For more information, call the Good Shepherd Hospice team at 1-800-753-1880 or email GSHCampBraveHeartCampers@chaptershealth.org.
March 28, April 25
Autism/ASD Support Group
Join the Carol Jenkins Barnett United Way Children’s Resource Center for a free community support group, where parents of children with ASD/Autism can connect and meet other parents in their area and gather more information and support on their child’s diagnosis from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Carol Jenkins Barnett United Way Children’s Resource Center, 650 Bonnet Springs Blvd., Lakeland. Please call (813) 455-2846 or email Efigueroa2@usf.edu to register.
March 29
Bonnet Springs Park 5k
Perfect for runners of all ages and experience levels, join Bonnet Springs Park for their annual 5k race through the Park! The race begins at 7:30 a.m., and there is also a kids’ race at 9 a.m., along with fun family activities on the Family Lawn. All participants will receive a meal and shirt! The race is USATF certified and is chip-timed.
Visit: https://bonnetspringspark.com/event/bonnet-springs-park-5k-mar-29-2025/ for registration and more information.
March 29
Citizen CPR Basic Life Support Provider – American Heart Association
An Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED combo course that teaches students to recognize and care for a variety of first aid emergencies such as burns, cuts, scrapes, sudden illnesses, head, neck, back injuries, heat and cold emergencies, providing knowledge and skills necessary to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies in adult, children, and infant patients. Cost is $60. Located at the Kathy Hunt Learning Center at 1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd. in from 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Please visit: https://citizencprinc.org/event/mar-29-cpr-aed-first-aid/ or contact Amanda at operationsmanager@citizencprinc.org/(863) 680-1277.
March 29
Community-Unity Walk Run and Resource Fair
The 11th annual fundraiser for Paul A. Diggs Neighborhood Association will be held at Simpson Park Field, 1725 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. in Lakeland. Held from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and free to all children. Come support the Save Our Children Campaign (SOCC).
Visit: https://www.lakelandgov.net/events/community-unity-walk-run-and-resource-fair/ for more information.
April 2, 9
Free Tax Prep
The Carol Jenkins Barnett United Way Children’s Resource Center will be hosting free tax prep appointments with IRS-certified volunteers for clients with household income less than $67,000, persons with disabilities, and limited-English speakers. After making an appointment, come to the center at 650 Bonnet Springs Blvd. in Lakeland from 12:30 p.m.-4 p.m. This location will be by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call (850) 786-1306 or email resourcecenter@uwcf.org. For other locations and “what to bring,” please visit www.mulberrycsc.org/free-tax-prep.
April 2, 9
Women’s Self-Defense Class
Participants will learn to defend themselves against common threats, enhance safety, and lessen the chances of becoming a target. Perfect for teens, college students, and all women over the age of 15 years of age and taught by a female instructor! This course is from 6-7 p.m. and is located at Simpson Park Rec, 1725 Martin L King Jr Ave. in Lakeland. $12 per class or $38 per month. Please call 863-834-2577 or visit https://www.basedefensefl.com to secure your spot!
April 4
OneBlood Drive Grasslands Campus
From 12- 5 p.m., OneBlood will be collecting whole blood donations. Each donation can save up to three people in need. Located at Lakeland Regional Health’s Grasslands Campus at 3030 Harden Blvd. in Lakeland. Visit https://www.mylrh.org/event/oneblood-drive-at-grasslands/2025-04-04/ to reserve your spot today!
April 4
Ribbon Cutting for Grych Family Holistics
Join Grych Family Holistic Direct Primary Care for their ribbon cutting, located at 1718 Mockingbird Lane in Lakeland. Giveaways and finger foods will be available! Grych Family Holistics specializes in holistic weight loss management, IV therapy, and hormone replacement therapy. It starts at noon.
April 8
Heart Smarts Class
Join Hearts Smarts, hosted by Lakeland Regional Health Hollis Cancer Center at 3525 Lakeland Hills Boulevard, Lakeland from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Heart Smarts will help you understand heart disease and how lifestyle changes may improve cholesterol, blood pressure control, and reduce risks. Topics include the importance of healthy lifestyle changes, warning signs of a heart attack and appropriate action steps High blood pressure, stress management, diabetes, nutrition, and physical activity. Register at https://tinyurl.com/bddty5ef.
April 8
Tobacco Cessation Class
If you’re ready to quit smoking or using tobacco, Tobacco Free Florida’s Tools to Quit program can help! This free event is hosted by the Lakeland Regional Health Hollis Cancer Center, North Campus/Hollis Cancer Center at 3525 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, from 5:30-7 p.m. The program gives you options, resources, and support to quit for good as well as the support you need to remain smoke-free. To register or learn more, call 1-877-252-6094.
April 8
10th Annual Seasons of Service
Hosted by Good Shepherd Hospice Women of Giving, this event will have special guests Sheriff Grady Judd, Public Defender Blair Allen, Southeastern University Professor Ken Stephens and panel moderator Stephanie Colon. The event begins at 11:30 a.m. with free mimosas and catering by Terrie Lobb Catering, with the program beginning at noon. Tickets are $80 each, with $700 reserved tables and $800 VIP tables. Located at Bonnet Springs Park Event Center, 900 Bonnet Springs Blvd. in Lakeland. Learn more at https://www.chaptershealth.org/foundation/seasons-of-service/
April 9
Car Seat Distribution and Education Class
From 1-3 p.m., a certified child passenger technician will teach you how to correctly install and use your car seat. Medicaid, SNAP and WIC recipients will be given a car seat valued at $90. Booster seats are also available for children older than 5 years of age. Located at Winter Haven Women’s Hospital, 101 Avenue O SE in Winter Haven. Call 855-269-4777 for more information.
April 10
Total Joint Replacement
This free class is for patients who have a total joint replacement surgery scheduled, plus one guest per patient. The class will be held from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Winter Haven Hospital – Wellness Conference Room, 200 Ave F NE in Winter Haven. For more information, please call 855-269-4777, or go online to register at www.baycare.org/events.
April 11
34th Annual Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament
Held at Cypresswood Golf and Country Club, this tournament will also have contests, prizes and freshments available, as well as complimentary lunch with the chance to network with the area’s business leaders and supporters. For more information, email brianna@winterhavenchamber.com.
April 12
Central Florida Health Expo
Central Florida Media Group hosts the Central Florida Health Expo. Informative exhibitors, free screenings, giveaways, and more! From 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at International Market World, 1052 US 92 Auburndale, this annual event is informative and fun. For more information about this and other upcoming events, contact us at info@centralfloridamediagroup.com.
April 17
Stroke Survivor and Caregiver Support Group
When you or someone you care for has a stroke, staying informed and meeting with other stroke survivors and caregivers is important. Join other stroke survivors and caregivers at this free support group meeting from 11:30 a.m. -1 p.m. Please note, if you are planning to attend in person, the group will be held in the Kathy Hunt Learning Center located on the second floor of the Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion for Women and Children at 1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd. in Lakeland. Please RSVP for in-person: strokeprogram@myLRH.org.
April 24
2025 Central Florida Multidisciplinary Research Symposium
Hosted by Lakeland Regional Health, the 3rd Annual Research Symposium is a day full of discovery with keynote speakers, poster presentations, breakout sessions, and more. Located in the Mulaney Auditorium at 1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd. in Lakeland. To learn more, go to https://www.mylrh.org/research-symposium/
April 24
Free Community Lecture – Optometry
Held at Watson Clinic Main Library, 1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd. in Lakeland at 6 p.m. This is a free education seminar featuring Dr. Anita Nguyen, who will discuss types of and examinations of cataracts, as well as surgical intervention. To RSVP, call 863-904-4663 or go to: https://www.watsonclinic.com/events/optometry-specialist-dr-anita-nguyen-free-community-lecture.html
April 25
18th Annual Swan Derby – “Swanderland”
This free annual event is a family-friendly fundraiser that supports Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine, held at Lake Mirror in Lakeland. From 5:30 to 9 p.m., this event features food trucks, family fun activities, music, and of course, the swan boat races. Visit: https://www.lvim.net/swan-derby/ for more information and tickets.
May 5
Free Skin Cancer Screenings
BayCare and Winter Haven Women’s Hospital offer free skin cancer screening from 8 a.m.-3 p.m at 101 Avenue O SE in Winter Haven. Registration is required at https://tinyurl.com/4ufd64ms.