Experience the magic of Ariana Village's Christmas Lights in Lakeland! A festive {and free} drive-through Christmas display with inflatables, lights, music, and more from December 15-23, 6-9pm nightly. The post Ariana Village Christmas Lights: Drive Through this Magical Neighborhood Holiday Display in Lakeland appeared first on Lakeland Mom ..read more

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Kane's Furniture have Teamed Up with a great promotion for Central Florida residents. Register now for a free ticket to Busch Gardens anytime the Bucs record 10 first downs or more in a game. The post Get Free Busch Gardens Tickets – Thanks to Kane’s Furniture + the Tampa Bay Bucs appeared first on Lakeland Mom ..read more

The idea of coffee and community go hand in hand - enjoying a cup is as much about getting a much-needed boost as it is finding an opportunity to connect with other people, share stories, and try new things. Skip the chains - Lakeland is full of amazing local coffee shops! The post A Lakeland Coffee Tour – Our Favorite Local Coffee Shops appeared first on Lakeland Mom ..read more

Celebrate Spring at Springtime Farms! Enjoy a day of fun with the family, featuring Easter egg hunts, petting zoo, farm activities, Easter Bunny photos, and more. Come create lasting memories and make this Spring one to remember. Open weekends March 18 - April 9. The post Celebrate Easter at Springtime Farms – Genuine Farm Fun for your Family this Spring appeared first on Lakeland Mom ..read more

The tentative Polk County School Calendar for the 2024-25 school year has been approved 18 months in advance. Get dates for the first day of school, last day of school, Christmas Break, Spring Break, and more. The post Polk County Schools Calendar for 2024-2025: Public, Private, + Charter Schools appeared first on Lakeland Mom ..read more

The Polk County School Calendar for the 2023-24 school year has been approved. Get dates for the first day of school, last day of school, Christmas Break, Spring Break, and more. The post Polk County Schools Calendar for 2023-2024: Public, Private, + Charter Schools appeared first on Lakeland Mom ..read more

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Visit the Aerospace Center for Excellence and Florida Air Museum for family friendly fun! Fly a drone, see historic planes, learn about space, build a rocket, learn how to fly on a flight simulator, see science on a sphere, and so much more. The post 7 Things to Do on Your Next Visit to the Aerospace Center for Excellence + Florida Air Museum appeared first on Lakeland Mom ..read more

The Aerospace Center for Excellence (ACE) can provide a day of hands-on adventure for students of all ages through their on-site and mobile field trips. Flight simulators, drone flying lessons, 3-D printing, rocket flying, science on a sphere, a portable planetarium, airplanes, and more are available for engaging STEM programming your students will love. The post Adventure is in the Air: Book an Interactive Field Trip with the Aerospace Center for Excellence appeared first on Lakeland Mom ..read more

A new preschool and childcare center is opening in Lakeland this fall! The Nest Schools offers a quality early childhood education program where your children will thrive. The new location in South Lakeland is part of a larger network of early childhood schools with a robust play-based curriculum, safety-focused campuses, and highly trained teachers. We’ve heard from many local parents struggling to find open spaces at a daycare or preschool and are excited to share this new childcare option with you. This article is sponsored by The Nest Schools. All opinions are our own. Wondering why you s ..read more