b'COCKTAIL PARTY March - April 2026| CALENDAR OF EVENTS All proceeds from the 2026 events will go toOPEN TO NON-GOLFERS For a full list of events, visit centralfloridahealthnews.com/calendar children agesApril 1, 8, 15, 22New Parent Support Groupcompiled by JULIE GMITTER Cassidy 17 THAnnualsupport the Winter Haven Hospital Cassidy Cancer Center.The March 27 - 29Camp Brave HeartThis annual camping weekend at Circle F Dude Ranch is forCalling all new/first-time parents, do you have a newborn, 8 months old or 5 through high school who have recently lost a loved one. Kids can shareyounger, and want to connect with other new parents in the community? ThisFamilytheir feelings with other kids, volunteers, Good Shepherd Hospice employ- free support group from 9-9:45 a.m. promotes learning about and celebrating ees,andothercampstaffmemberswhilehavingafuncampingweek- developmental milestones, as well as literacy skills, through play and commu-endwithcrafts,canoeing,swimming,andhorsebackriding.Theranchnity. Located at The Carol Jenkins Barnett United Way Childrens Resource islocatedat5301DudeRanchRoadinLakeWales.Formoreinforma- Center, 650 Bonnet Springs Blvd. in Lakeland.tion, call the Good Shepherd Hospice team at 1-800-753-1880 or email [email protected] 1, 2, 3Sensational Senses @ Florida Childrens Museum March 27, April 24Autism/ASD Support GroupHeld at the Florida Childrens Museum, 600 Bonnet Springs Blvd in Lakeland, this hands-on event for children ages 6 and under will encourage them to Join the Carol Jenkins Barnett United Way Childrens Resource Center for aexperience the world through their senses, discovering new textures, sounds, free community support group, where parents of children with ASD/Autismand smells. Join us from 1:30- 2 p.m. in the Watermelon Seeds Gallery in our can connect and meet other parents in their area and gather more informa- Fruit Bowl programming area. tion and support on their childs diagnosis from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Carol Jenkins Barnett United Way Childrens Resource Center, 650 Bonnet SpringsApril 2, 9, 16 (Hospital Tour on the 16th)Blvd., Lakeland. Please call or email Gretchen Ceranic at resourcecenter@ Pregnancy & Childbirth Education Classesuwcf.org or 863-648-1500 ext 294 for more information.From 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Watson Clinics 4th Floor Classroom, 1324 Lakeland March 28Hoopin for Health Hills Blvd. in Lakeland, join one of Watson Clinics licensed and experiencedONLINE SILENT AUCTIONRNs to learn about the miracles of childbirth and get ready for your own! This Join Lakeland Regional Health and Lakeland YMCA for the annual Hoopin forrecurring class is $50 per couple and ends with a tour of the hospital dur- April 10 - April 17, 2026Health 3 on 3 basketball tournament, a day of fun, fitness, and friendly com- ing the last of three classes. Concerns and questions from new parents will petition. From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Lakeland Family YMCA, 3620 Clevelandbe addressed and worries will be alleviated, learning about labor and deliv-Heights Blvd. in Lakeland. Cost is $80 per team. Please visit: https://www.mylrh.org/event/2026-hoopin-for-health-3v3-basketball-tournament/forery, breathing techniques to employ, and medication options to make the ex- COCKTAIL PARTY, LIVE AUCTION & RAFFLE DRAWINGS registration. perience as positive as possible. Please visit: https://www.watsonclinic.com/forms/ob-gyn-education-class-sign-up-form.html to register. Friday, April 17, 2026|5:30 pm|Nora Mayo HallMarch 28Bonnet Springs Park 5k April 3Hip Hop Choreography ClassPerfect 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., andReady to TURN UP? Join Talisha at Uno Dos Tres dance studio for a one hour,SCRAMBLE GOLFTOURNAMENT high-energy dance class, where youll learn your own routine and slay your there is also a kids race at 8:30 a.m., along with fun family activities on theperformance by the end of the class! From 7- 8 p.m. Each class is $15 and wel-Family Lawn. All participants will receive a meal and shirt! The race is US- comes all levels of dancers, ages 18 and up. Located at Uno Dos Tres Studio,Saturday, April 18, 2026|9:00 am|Country Club of Winter HavenATF-certified and is chip-timed.2940 S Combee Rd. in Lakeland. Visit:https://lakelandrunnersclub.org/events/2026-bsp5k/forregistration and more information.April 8Diabetes Support Group: Understanding Your LabsMarch 28Understanding Birth (A1c, Lipids, Kidney Function) Do you or someone you love have diabetes? Please join the Diabetes Support Winter Haven Womens Hospital is offering a free, three-hour course withGroup, hosted by Lakeland Regional Health. Whether youve been managing it a certified maternity expert to help prepare for the challenges of childbirth.for years or are newly diagnosed, the support group offers valuable education, Learnaboutlaborpositions,breathing/relaxationtechniques,andpartnerresources, and connections with others. Located at Lakeland Regional Health involvement during this free course to help the birthing experience go asKathleen Campus, 2400 Kathleen Rd. in Lakeland, and held from 12-1 p.m. smoothly and comfortably as possible! Held at 101 Ave. O SE in Winter Haven,For questions regarding the support group, please contact Gwen Rogerson from 1 - 4 p.m. Please visit: https://tinyurl.com/5y96aszj to register.([email protected]). March 30, April 6, 13Yoga at the DepotApril 8Car Seat Distribution and Education Class Free community yoga class from 9-9:30 a.m. at the Depot Arts District at 955From 1-3 p.m., a certified child passenger technician will teach you how to E Memorial in Lakeland. Contact Margaret Wallace at Mwallace20@fordham. correctly install and use your car seat. Medicaid, SNAP, and WIC recipients will edu or call 505-503-5125.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 Womens Hospital, 101 March 30Swing Dance Workshop Avenue O SE in Winter Haven. Call 855-269-4777 for more information. Swing down to Union Hall for a Monday night swing dance workshop! NoApril 11Breastfeeding Basics Class partner or experience needed, beginners, singles and couples - all welcome. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with lessons starting at 7 p.m. Each class is $15, lo- Hosted by Watson Clinic Professional Center at 1430 Lakeland Hills Blvd. in cated at Union Hall, 1023 Florida Ave S. in Lakeland. Lakeland, all expectant parents, and new parents/babies are welcome to at-tend this event from 1 -4 p.m. Learn the best positions/ways for baby to March 31Pole Walking Classlatch, production and pumping, schedules vs. on demand feeding and moreJoin us for fun, fellowship, and celebration!basicsofbreastfeedingfromasupportivelicensedRNwhilealsomeet-Held at Lake Crago Outdoor Recreation Complex, 525 Lake Crago Drive ining new parents and building community. Cost is $25 per couple and in- The Lewis Family Cancer Fund was established to help promote public awareness,Lakeland, this fun and unique class will reveal the benefits of walking with acludes samples, coupons and educational information. Please register here:patient care and assist in funding research development in the prevention and cure of cancer. pole, from strengthening your core and burning more calories, to manag- https://www.watsonclinic.com/forms/ob-gyn-education-class-sign-up-form.html ing pain and blood sugar. Fun and interactive games designed to sharpenWithin the past sixteen years, the LFCF Swing for the Cure fundraising efforts haveyour pole walking skills and keep you motivated! From 8:15 - 9:15 a.m. EmailApril 15Maternity Center Hospital Tour raised over $1,087,085 to provide support to local and regional oncology facilities.Geoff Lewis|1976-2015 Fuzzy Zoeller | [email protected] to register for a FREE class. Type the words FreeFrom 6 - 7:30 p.m., expecting mothers/couples can take a tour of the maternity Saturday Pole Walking Class at Lake Parker in the Subject line. Contact Cyndycenter at Winter Haven Womens Hospital, including the mom-and-baby unit, la-Plemmons for more information ([email protected]). bor and delivery floor, and pre-register for their big day so things go as smoothly as possible. Free of charge! Located at 101 Avenue O SE in Winter Haven.For More Information:16 | CFHN centralfloridahealthnews.com WHH Foundation (863) 292-4138|[email protected]'