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March – April 2024

February 29 – March 10
Florida Strawberry Festival
Celebrate the luscious fruit that has made Plant City the Winter Strawberry Capital of the World at this beloved annual fair. There will be plenty of vendors, agricultural exhibitors, midway games, thrilling carnival rides, headliner musical performances, and lots and lots of strawberry treats. Just follow the crowds to 303 BerryFest Place in Plant City. For more information and to purchase tickets to the festival and to the concerts, please go to www.flstrawberryfestival.com

March 9, 16, 23, 30 and April 6

Downtown Lakeland Farmers Curb Market

This vibrant, eclectic market brings the community together every Saturday in Downtown Lakeland with fresh, local produce, live plants, and a variety of hot foods and handcrafted wares. It is located on the 200 block of N. Kentucky Ave. in Lakeland from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. every Saturday (except in August) and is a production of the Lakeland Downtown Development Authority (LDDA). Learn more at www.downtownfarmerscurbmarket.org

March 9, 16, 23 and 30, April 6

Grady Goat Yoga Tampa Bay

Every Saturday from 10 – 11:30 a.m., Grady Goat Farm hosts a fun and relaxing yoga class featuring their famous goats. Tickets are $39 for each attendee. This delightful event benefits Project G.O.A.T. (Global Offensive Against Trafficking), a charity that works to protect children. Grady Goat Farm is located at 12551 Franklin Rd in Thonotosassa. Learn about this incredible farm and all that they do by visiting their website at www.gradygoat.org

March 9, 16, 23 and 30, April 6

Saturday Night Rodeo

This fun, family-friendly rodeo takes place every Saturday through the end of November from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. at Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo, located at 3200 River Ranch Blvd in River Ranch. Enjoy the antics of cowpokes and bronco busters as they show off their skills trick riding, bull riding, calf roping, barrel racing, and more. Kids are invited into the rodeo arena toward the end of the night to participate in a real “calf scramble.” Tickets are $32.05 for adults, $26.70 for children ages 5 – 12, and children ages 4 and under are free. For more information, please visit www.westgateresorts.com/hotels/florida/river-ranch/westgate-river-ranch-resort/activities/rodeo/

March 9 and 23, April 6

Downtown Farmer’s Market in Lake Wales

The Lake Wales Downtown Farmer’s Market is sponsored by Lake Wales Main Street and takes place every second and fourth Saturday from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at 20 N. Market St. in Lake Wales. This producer-only market specializes in locally grown, pesticide-free produce and plants, baked goods, local honey, Florida grove pepper sauces, cheeses, award-winning BBQ sauces and rubs, homemade jams and jellies, natural pet treats, plus a ton of crafts, clothing, and jewelry. For more information, you can contact Lynn Greenfield at (863) 676-8782 or visit www.lwmainstreet.com/farmers-market.

March 9

Ask A Master Gardener At The Lake Wales Farmers Curb Market

From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., visit the Polk County Master Gardener booth at the Lake Wales Farmers Curb Market for the latest gardening information and to ask gardening questions.

March 9

Micro-irrigation for Home Landscapes-Lakeland

Discover micro-irrigation to elevate your home landscaping game! In this class, participants can explore the various types of micro-irrigation systems, understand their components, and gain practical insights into installation and maintenance to save water and keep your plants healthy. This event is located at the Lakeland Public Library, 1700 North Florida Avenue Lakeland from 10-11 a.m. The first 15 pre-registered attendees present at the class will receive a complimentary Mister Landscaper Micro Sprinkler Landscape & Shrub Kit to kickstart your journey to a thriving garden! 1151 Towers Boulevard, Lake Wales. 863-676-1408. For details and to register: https://microirrigationlakelandmar2024.eventbrite.com  

March 15

Owl and Wood Ducks: Nestbox Building Workshop

Join UF/IFAS Extension’s Natural Resources Agent, Shannon, to learn about cavity nesting birds and build a nestbox for your property! This free event is from 2:30-4:30 p.m. at a location that is still TBD. Please visit https://bit.ly/4cfY14b for the location information. 

March 19

Ag Rally

Celebrate National Ag Day with the Low Payment Kings at the Ag Rally at Lake Wales Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram from 2-6 p.m. Celebrate farmers and ranchers with new product reveals, live concerts, field demonstrations, and pro rodeo athletes. 21529 US Hwy 27 North, Lake Wales. Learn more at agrally.com

March 23

Head to Bok Tower Gardens’ Outdoor Kitchen from 10-11:30 a.m. for an interactive workshop that will guide participants through the process of growing microgreens from seed to harvest. Learn about the nutritional benefits, various types of microgreens, and practical tips for cultivating them at home. Each participant will take home a starter tray and seeds to grow their very own microgreens. The cost is $45 for members, $60 for nonmembers. 1151 Towers Boulevard, Lake Wales. 863-676-1408. Registration is required. Register at https://1835.blackbaudhosting.com/1835/The-Magic-of-Microgreens-From-Seed-to-Table

March 30

Join Sarah Arrazola of St. Pete Ferments at the Bok Tower Gardens Alexander Discovery Center from 1-3 p.m. to learn the basics of fermenting your own kombucha at home. She’ll also discuss culture care and maintenance, food safety for home fermentation, and how to flavor your kombucha in a simple way. Attendees will get to take home a starter kit to begin brewing at home. Cost is $55 for members, $75 for non-members. 1151 Towers Boulevard, Lake Wales. 863-676-1408. Registration is required at https://1835.blackbaudhosting.com/1835/Intro-to-Kombucha-Brewing

March 30

Davenport’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Bring the kids for an eggs-citing morning from 8-10 a.m. at Lewis Mathews Sports Complex, located at 400 Palm St. in Davenport. The free event will have age-based egg hunts plus plenty of giveaways. For more information, please visit www.mydavenport.org or call 863-588-1130.

April 4

Worms at Work: Vermicomposting 101

From 10-11 a.m. join UF/IFAS Extension Polk County Master Gardener Volunteers at Mackay Gardens, 945 Mackay Boulevard Lake Alfred, to learn about this unique and easy method of using worms to compost. Instructions on how to care for a worm farm, harvest castings, and how to use those castings in your garden will be provided. For details and to register: https://vermicompostingapril2024.eventbrite.com  

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