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📍 Entertainment & Lifestyle — Polk County, Florida

Discover what’s happening across Polk County, Florida with Daily Ridge’s Entertainment & Lifestyle coverage. From local events, festivals, and live music to restaurant openings, arts and culture, nightlife, and family-friendly activities, we highlight the experiences that shape life in Lakeland, Winter Haven, Lake Wales, Bartow, Auburndale, and surrounding communities.

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Welcome, World Travelers! Rock n’ Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets Opens May 26

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Welcome, World Travelers! Rock n' Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets Opens May 26 by James Coulter It's time to warm the speakers. It's time to test the mics. And it's time to take a wild ride with The Muppets to their...
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Neurodivergent Diversion: Calvin, Hobbes, and Special Interests (SpIns)

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Neurodivergent Diversion: Calvin, Hobbes, and Special Interests (SpIns) by James Coulter For ten years, Calvin and Hobbes captured the imagination of newspaper readers with its mix of childhood wonder and sharp insight into the thought processes of young children. One classic strip...
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One Movie Later: Michael is a Good Biopic, But One That Simplifies a Complicated Musical Legacy

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by James Coulter   Michael Jackson was a complicated person with an equally complicated legacy. On one hand, his groundbreaking music and choreography made him a global pop icon; on the other hand, allegations and controversies later in his life would...
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Ridge Community High School to Host First-Ever Sunny Bolts Market This Weekend

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Ridge Community High School is inviting the community out for a fun-filled day as it hosts the first annual Sunny Bolts Market on Saturday, March 28. Organized by the school’s Civics Leadership Academy, the weekend market promises something for everyone...
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Gators Strike First: UF Beats FSU 6–3 in Rivalry Clash

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The game that had been circled on both teams’ calendars finally arrived as the No. 20 Florida State Seminoles traveled to Gainesville to face the No. 23 Florida Gators. Florida State entered the matchup with a 13–2 record and...
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Polk County Parks & Recreation Hosting Free Sensory Play Event for Kids in Lakeland

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Families with children ages 5 to 11 are invited to take part in a fun and engaging sensory play event hosted by Polk County Parks & Recreation this weekend. The free event will take place from noon to 2 p.m....
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Seminoles Defend Their Turf Against Northern Kentucky 

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The No. 20 ranked Florida State Seminoles baseball team continued their strong start to the season, improving to 11–2 overall while remaining unbeaten at home after defeating the Northern Kentucky Norse. Florida State’s success this season has been fueled...
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Bartow Ford Hosting Annual Easter Egg Hunt with 20,000 Eggs on March 28

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Families are invited to celebrate the season at Bartow Ford’s annual Easter Egg Hunt, set for Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Address: 2800 US-98, Bartow, FL 33830. The popular community event promises a morning packed with...
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Pickin’ in the Park Set for Feb. 21 at Homeland Heritage Park

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HOMELAND, Fla. — Get ready for an afternoon of live Southern rock, family-friendly activities, and old-fashioned outdoor fun at Pickin’ in the Park on Saturday, Feb. 21. The free event will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at...
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Battle of the Badges Set to Tip Off in Davenport: Fire vs. Police Face Off for Community Bragging Rights

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Davenport residents are invited to witness an exciting night of hoops, hometown pride, and friendly rivalry as the Davenport Police Department hosts the highly anticipated Battle of the Badges basketball showdown. The action takes place Friday, March 6 at 6...
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One Movie Later: War of the Worlds…Yeah, It’s Really That Bad!

One Movie Later: War of the Worlds...Yeah, It's Really That Bad! by James Coulter   Since its publication in 1898, H.G. Wells' War of the...
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J.C. Reviews: Red One is a Ret Hot Mess! by James Coulter You know, in hindsight, I should have known Red...
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One Movie Later: Ugh! Fine! I’ll Review Disney’s Live-Action Snow White!

by James Coulter Unless you've been living under a rock for the past decade, you're probably aware Disney has been...
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