MEMBER MICRONEWS

BHS CRIMINAL JUSTIC ACADEMY SEEKS YOUR HELP:
OPEN LETTER TO CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP:
     I hope this letter finds you well. I want to take a moment to introduce you to our academy at Bartow High School. I am pleased to share that the Criminal Justice Academy opened at the beginning of the 2013-2014 school year as we are ending our third year. This is a very exciting opportunity for our students and for agencies in the field of Criminal Justice and our community as well. The goal of the academy is to provide students with opportunities to learn employability skills and earn industry certifications in the area of Criminal Justice.
     Presently, we are focusing on the construction of an obstacle course to use in providing physical training for our students. The hope is to partner with the local police and fire agencies. This concept will allow for interaction between students and actual men and women who currently work in those capacities. Our plan is to include our Construction Academy which will give those students real world carpentry experience and help the academy sustain stability. Thanks to community support we have raised the money and obtained donated materials to accomplish our goal. It is my firm belief, that both a sound mind and body create the avenue for success. I hope you agree.
     One of our projects this past year, a student security patrol, was very successful. Our students are sent out on either a golf cart or on foot. The academy hopes to include a bicycle patrol for the upcoming year. The students who are assigned to the patrol are sent out in pairs for safety and equipped with a two-way radio. At present, students only patrol the perimeter of our school campus. The major focus is on parking lots. The standard rule is that students are there for observation purposes only and to never engage suspicious persons or activity. When observations are made, depending on the situation, the students either document or immediately call in on their radio.
     Due to the success of the program, we are currently looking for an additional golf cart. We are very interested in finding a good used cart. Additionally, we are looking to purchase a metal carport covering for our patrol car. Both our existing golf cart and patrol car were both donated by the City of Bartow. Our current goal is to raise $4000.00 toward this endeavor.
     For every donation of $100.00, a 12”x18” aluminum ad sign will be attached to our fence line that faces South Broadway Avenue across the street from Bartow High School. (See example included) The ad will run for the entire school year (August to August) and be up for renewal every year. If the donor doesn’t wish to contribute the following year we simply return their ad sign to them.
     If you have an interest in partnering with the Criminal Justice Academy at Bartow High School please feel free to contact me. We are located at 1270 S. Broadway Ave., Bartow, Florida 33830. My email address is bobby.craven@polk-fl.net. My phone number is 863-534-7400. On behalf of all of our students, we appreciate any support you can give us and in return we will not disappoint you and the community.
     Check can be made payable to BHS Criminal Justice Academy. Please put “Golf cart/ Carport” in the memo.
Sincerely,
Bobby Craven (Criminal Justice Instructor)
ANY DONATION OF $100 OR MORE WILL BE RECOGNIZED WITH A METAL SPONSOR SIGN ON FENCING

MAIN STREET'S ANTIQUE FAIR IS SEPTEMBER 10TH
     Main Street Bartow, Inc.’s next monthly Antique Fair will be on Saturday, September 10, from 8:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. along Main Street in downtown Bartow.
     Booth spaces are $20.00 each, and they can be reserved by contacting Irene at 863-646-0644 or the Main Street Bartow office at 863-519-0508. The Antique Fair is held the second Saturday of each month.

Polk State College unveils 2016 Fall Arts Schedule and
Hispanic Heritage Month Festivities
Polk State College announced the new 2016 Fall Arts Schedule that will include art exhibits, receptions, concerts, cultural events, theatrical performances, a jazz jam and festivities to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.

“We have an incredible variety of events lined up for the fall semester — truly something for everyone,” said Lucille Hadley, interim director of arts and cultural affairs. “The sheer volume of events that Polk State is presenting this semester is remarkable. On any given day, we’re exposing our students, employees and visitors to exciting, unique programming. This fall, the place to be for the arts is Polk State College.”

The Art Project/Club Hispano de Lakeland will join Polk State to present exhibits running through Sept. 23 that celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, one of several initiatives at Polk State to spotlight various areas of diversity within the community it serves. “We learn so much about cultural diversity from our students who come from many different countries. Though their customs vary, they all share a common goal when they come here in the pursuit of higher education,” said Hadley.

An exhibit reception will feature “In Movement” by Alexis Martinez Puleio from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 1, at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. The Naples artist who was born in Lakeland says she finds inspiration in the natural world, each piece striving to convey and instill the emotions captured in the painting to the viewer.

An exhibit reception will feature “From Form to Color” by Vivian Garriga from 5-7 p. on Thursday, Sept. 8, at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center. The exhibit will be open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday Sept. 5-23. Born in Cuba, Garriga, attended schools in Lakeland, and says she is inspired by the dramatic sunsets of the Gulf of Mexico. Her favorite painting, "Treasure Island on Fire," demonstrates how she transforms seascapes and sunsets into passionate adventures in abstraction that are flooded with color.

Also born in Cuba, the artwork of Miami Lakes artist Hermie Ibarra will be showcased in the exhibit, “Remembrances and Dreams,” from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Thursday at Polk State Lakeland Art Gallery. Her favorite subjects are women, flowers and jewelry that she paints in oils to achieve unique effects.
Polk State’s kick off celebration for Hispanic Heritage Month will be from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept.14 in the Winter Haven campus Loggia at 999 Ave. H, NE. Faculty, staff, and students are invited to the free celebration to learn more about Hispanic culture and enjoy music, food and dancing.

In addition to Hispanic Heritage Month events at its campuses, Polk State is a sponsor of Club Hispano de Lakeland’s 19th annual Hispanic Festival from noon-8 p.m. Oct. 22 at the Lake Mirror Promenade and Barnett Park in downtown Lakeland. Attendance was estimated at more than 15,000 last year. Call 863-644-5362 or visit www.clubhispanodelakeland.com for more information on the Festival. All events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Visit polk.edu/boxoffice, call 863-298-6883, or email LWAC@polk.edu for more information.

Fall Arts Schedule 2016:
     Sept. 5-23, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday: Gallery Exhibit “From Form to Color” by Vivian Garriga at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center.
     Through Sept. 23, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Thursday: Gallery Exhibit “Remembrances and Dreams” by Hermie Ibarra at Polk State Lakeland Art Gallery.
      Sept. 7, 12:30-1:45 p.m.: Downtown Concert Series R&B Vocal Group TRU L3GACY at Polk State JD Alexander Center.
     Sept. 8, 12:30-1:45 p.m.: Campus Concert Series R&B Vocal Group TRU 3GACY at Polk State Lakeland Student Center.
     Sept. 8, 5-7 p.m.: Exhibit Reception “From Form to Color” by Vivian Garriga at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center.
     Sept. 9, 7-8:30 p.m.: Concert Pianist Dr. Jonathan Reed at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center.
     Sept. 17, 7-8:30 p.m.: Voices of the People Chamber Music Series “Eloquence” featuring Carl Cranmer, piano; Kyle Lombard, violin; and Derek Menchan, cello at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center.
     Sept. 23, 7-9 p.m.: Concert “Soiree de Jazz” featuring Charlie “Topp” Hines, Victoria de Lissovoy and Kelly Nelson presented by Lake Wales Arts Council at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center 7-9 p.m. Call 863-676-8426 for ticket information.
     Sept. 25, 2-4 p.m.: Over 55 Show Band Series “Simply Super Songs of September” at Polk State Winter Haven Student Center, $10 general public; free admission to law enforcement officers with ID.
     Oct. 3-28, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Thursday: Gallery Exhibit Student Art Exhibition at Polk State Winter Fine Arts Gallery.
     Oct. 3-28, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Thursday: Gallery Exhibit “Boy Scouts & Indians” by Rod Fincannon at Polk State Lakeland Art Gallery.
     Oct. 3-Nov. 18, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday: Gallery Exhibit “Shining Silk: Arts of Japan” at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center.
     Oct. 5, 12:30-1:45 p.m.: Downtown Concert Series Elias Tona Salsa and Latin Jazz at Polk State JD Alexander Center.
Oct. 6, 12:30-1:45 p.m.: Arts Day Campus Concert Series Elias Tona Salsa and Latin Jazz Polk State Lakeland Student Center.
Oct. 6, 5-7 p.m.: Arts Day Exhibit Reception and Awards Ceremony Student Art Exhibition at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery
     Oct. 6, 5-6 p.m.: Arts Day Polk State Music Concert Student Music Performance at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Lobby.
     Oct. 6-9, 7:30 p.m.; 2:30 p.m. Sunday matinee: Polk State Theatre Production “Waiting for Godot,” $10 for general public; free for Polk State students and employees, and all high school students at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre.
     Oct. 7, 7-8:30 p.m.: Concert Elias Tona Salsa and Latin Jazz at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center.
     Oct. 13, 5-7 p.m.: Exhibit Reception “Shining Silk: Arts of Japan” at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center.
     Oct. 13, 7-8:30 p.m.: Concert Tampa Taiko Traditional Japanese drum performance Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center.
     Oct. 15, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: FallFest at Polk State Winter Haven.
     Oct. 16, 2:30-4 p.m.: Polk State Choir and Ensembles “Fall Festival of Singing” at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre $7 general public; free for Polk State students and employees, and all high school students.
     Oct. 20, 5-7 p.m.: Exhibit Reception “Boy Scouts & Indians” by Rod Fincannon Polk State Lakeland Art Gallery.
     Oct. 21, 5-8 p.m.: Jazz Jam Session featuring Victoria de Lissovoy and Charlie “Topp” Hines at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center.
     Oct. 22, 7-8:30 p.m. : Chamber Music Series “Pieces En Concert: A Synesthetic Experience” presented by Voices of the People featuring painter David McGee and Derek Menchan, cello, at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre. $5 suggested donation.
     Oct. 22, noon-8 p.m.: 19th annual Hispanic Festival at the Lake Mirror Promenade and Barnett Park in downtown Lakeland.
     Oct. 23, 2-4 p.m.: Over 55 Show Band Series “Fun Fall Festival” at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre, $10 general public.
     Oct. 27, 7-8:30 p.m.: Polk State Symphonic Band Concert “Fall Spooktacular” at Polk state Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre, $7 general public; free for Polk State students and employees, and all high schools students.
     Nov. 2, 12:30-1:45 p.m.: Downtown Concert Series Rob Hazen Funk, soul and indie pop singer/songwriter at Polk State JD Alexander Center.

     Nov. 3, 12: 30-1:45 p.m.: Campus Concert Series Rob Hazen Funk, soul and indie pop singer/songwriter Polk State Lakeland Student Center.
     Nov. 4, 7-8:30 p.m.: Concert The L.E.G. Band, an evening of rhythm and jazz, at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center
$5 general public; free for Polk State students and employees, and all high school students.
     Nov. 7-Dec. 9, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Thursday: Gallery Exhibit France/Ireland Study Abroad Exhibit at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery.
     Nov. 7-Dec. 9, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Thursday: Gallery Exhibit Capturing Cultures Photography Exhibit at Polk State Lakeland Art Gallery.
     Nov. 10, 5-7 p.m.: Exhibit Reception France/Ireland Study Abroad Exhibit at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery.
     Nov. 10-13, 17-20, 7:30 p.m.; 2:30 p.m. Sunday matinee: Polk State Theatre Production “Macbeth” at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre, $10 for general public; free for Polk State students and employees, and all high school students.
     Nov. 12, 7-8:30 p.m.: Concert “MusicLive Golden Opera” presented by Lake Wales Arts Council at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center. Call 863-676-8426 for tickets and information.
     Nov. 15, 12:30-1:45 p.m.: Concert Karin Amano Japanese traditional folk dance at Polk State Lakeland Student Center.
     Nov. 15, 7-8:30 p.m.: Polk State Music Concert Polk State Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Society at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center.
     Nov. 16, 12:30-1:45 p.m.: Concert Karin Amano Japanese traditional folk dance at Polk State Winter Haven WLR Patio.
     Nov. 17, 5-7 p.m.: Exhibit Reception ad Awards Ceremony Capturing Cultures Photography Exhibit at Polk State Lakeland Art Gallery.
     Dec. 3, 7-8:30 p.m.: Polk State College Winter Concert “A Christmas Gala Concert of Holiday Favorites” at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre, $7 for general public; free for Polk State students and employees, and all high school students.
     Dec. 4, 2:30-4 p.m.: Polk State College Winter Concert “A Christmas Gala Concert of Holiday Favorites” at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre, $7 for general public; free for Polk State students and employees, and all high school students.
     Dec. 8-9, 7-8:30 p.m.: Warner University Concert “A Royal Christmas” at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center.
     Dec. 11, 2- 4 p.m.: Over 55 Show Band Series “Tis the Season” at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre, $10.


MEMBER MICRONEWS BHS CRIMINAL JUSTIC ACADEMY SEEKS YOUR HELP: OPEN LETTER TO CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP: I hope this letter finds you well. I want to take a moment to introduce you to our academy at Bartow High School. I am pleased to share that the Criminal Justice Academy opened at the beginning of the 2013-2014 school year as we are ending our third year. This is a very exciting opportunity for our students and for agencies in the field of Criminal Justice and our community as well. The goal of the academy is to provide students with opportunities to learn employability skills and earn industry certifications in the area of Criminal Justice. Presently, we are focusing on the construction of an obstacle course to use in providing physical training for our students. The hope is to partner with the local police and fire agencies. This concept will allow for interaction between students and actual men and women who currently work in those capacities. Our plan is to include our Construction Academy which will give those students real world carpentry experience and help the academy sustain stability. Thanks to community support we have raised the money and obtained donated materials to accomplish our goal. It is my firm belief, that both a sound mind and body create the avenue for success. I hope you agree. One of our projects this past year, a student security patrol, was very successful. Our students are sent out on either a golf cart or on foot. The academy hopes to include a bicycle patrol for the upcoming year. The students who are assigned to the patrol are sent out in pairs for safety and equipped with a two-way radio. At present, students only patrol the perimeter of our school campus. The major focus is on parking lots. The standard rule is that students are there for observation purposes only and to never engage suspicious persons or activity. When observations are made, depending on the situation, the students either document or immediately call in on their radio. Due to the success of the program, we are currently looking for an additional golf cart. We are very interested in finding a good used cart. Additionally, we are looking to purchase a metal carport covering for our patrol car. Both our existing golf cart and patrol car were both donated by the City of Bartow. Our current goal is to raise $4000.00 toward this endeavor. For every donation of $100.00, a 12”x18” aluminum ad sign will be attached to our fence line that faces South Broadway Avenue across the street from Bartow High School. (See example included) The ad will run for the entire school year (August to August) and be up for renewal every year. If the donor doesn’t wish to contribute the following year we simply return their ad sign to them. If you have an interest in partnering with the Criminal Justice Academy at Bartow High School please feel free to contact me. We are located at 1270 S. Broadway Ave., Bartow, Florida 33830. My email address is bobby.craven@polk-fl.net. My phone number is 863-534-7400. On behalf of all of our students, we appreciate any support you can give us and in return we will not disappoint you and the community. Check can be made payable to BHS Criminal Justice Academy. Please put “Golf cart/ Carport” in the memo. Sincerely, Bobby Craven (Criminal Justice Instructor) ANY DONATION OF $100 OR MORE WILL BE RECOGNIZED WITH A METAL SPONSOR SIGN ON FENCING MAIN STREET'S ANTIQUE FAIR IS SEPTEMBER 10TH Main Street Bartow, Inc.’s next monthly Antique Fair will be on Saturday, September 10, from 8:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. along Main Street in downtown Bartow. Booth spaces are $20.00 each, and they can be reserved by contacting Irene at 863-646-0644 or the Main Street Bartow office at 863-519-0508. The Antique Fair is held the second Saturday of each month. Polk State College unveils 2016 Fall Arts Schedule and Hispanic Heritage Month Festivities Polk State College announced the new 2016 Fall Arts Schedule that will include art exhibits, receptions, concerts, cultural events, theatrical performances, a jazz jam and festivities to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. “We have an incredible variety of events lined up for the fall semester — truly something for everyone,” said Lucille Hadley, interim director of arts and cultural affairs. “The sheer volume of events that Polk State is presenting this semester is remarkable. On any given day, we’re exposing our students, employees and visitors to exciting, unique programming. This fall, the place to be for the arts is Polk State College.” The Art Project/Club Hispano de Lakeland will join Polk State to present exhibits running through Sept. 23 that celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, one of several initiatives at Polk State to spotlight various areas of diversity within the community it serves. “We learn so much about cultural diversity from our students who come from many different countries. Though their customs vary, they all share a common goal when they come here in the pursuit of higher education,” said Hadley. An exhibit reception will feature “In Movement” by Alexis Martinez Puleio from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 1, at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. The Naples artist who was born in Lakeland says she finds inspiration in the natural world, each piece striving to convey and instill the emotions captured in the painting to the viewer. An exhibit reception will feature “From Form to Color” by Vivian Garriga from 5-7 p. on Thursday, Sept. 8, at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center. The exhibit will be open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday Sept. 5-23. Born in Cuba, Garriga, attended schools in Lakeland, and says she is inspired by the dramatic sunsets of the Gulf of Mexico. Her favorite painting, "Treasure Island on Fire," demonstrates how she transforms seascapes and sunsets into passionate adventures in abstraction that are flooded with color. Also born in Cuba, the artwork of Miami Lakes artist Hermie Ibarra will be showcased in the exhibit, “Remembrances and Dreams,” from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Thursday at Polk State Lakeland Art Gallery. Her favorite subjects are women, flowers and jewelry that she paints in oils to achieve unique effects. Polk State’s kick off celebration for Hispanic Heritage Month will be from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept.14 in the Winter Haven campus Loggia at 999 Ave. H, NE. Faculty, staff, and students are invited to the free celebration to learn more about Hispanic culture and enjoy music, food and dancing. In addition to Hispanic Heritage Month events at its campuses, Polk State is a sponsor of Club Hispano de Lakeland’s 19th annual Hispanic Festival from noon-8 p.m. Oct. 22 at the Lake Mirror Promenade and Barnett Park in downtown Lakeland. Attendance was estimated at more than 15,000 last year. Call 863-644-5362 or visit www.clubhispanodelakeland.com for more information on the Festival. All events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Visit polk.edu/boxoffice, call 863-298-6883, or email LWAC@polk.edu for more information. Fall Arts Schedule 2016: Sept. 5-23, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday: Gallery Exhibit “From Form to Color” by Vivian Garriga at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center. Through Sept. 23, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Thursday: Gallery Exhibit “Remembrances and Dreams” by Hermie Ibarra at Polk State Lakeland Art Gallery. Sept. 7, 12:30-1:45 p.m.: Downtown Concert Series R&B Vocal Group TRU L3GACY at Polk State JD Alexander Center. Sept. 8, 12:30-1:45 p.m.: Campus Concert Series R&B Vocal Group TRU 3GACY at Polk State Lakeland Student Center. Sept. 8, 5-7 p.m.: Exhibit Reception “From Form to Color” by Vivian Garriga at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center. Sept. 9, 7-8:30 p.m.: Concert Pianist Dr. Jonathan Reed at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center. Sept. 17, 7-8:30 p.m.: Voices of the People Chamber Music Series “Eloquence” featuring Carl Cranmer, piano; Kyle Lombard, violin; and Derek Menchan, cello at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center. Sept. 23, 7-9 p.m.: Concert “Soiree de Jazz” featuring Charlie “Topp” Hines, Victoria de Lissovoy and Kelly Nelson presented by Lake Wales Arts Council at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center 7-9 p.m. Call 863-676-8426 for ticket information. Sept. 25, 2-4 p.m.: Over 55 Show Band Series “Simply Super Songs of September” at Polk State Winter Haven Student Center, $10 general public; free admission to law enforcement officers with ID. Oct. 3-28, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Thursday: Gallery Exhibit Student Art Exhibition at Polk State Winter Fine Arts Gallery. Oct. 3-28, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Thursday: Gallery Exhibit “Boy Scouts & Indians” by Rod Fincannon at Polk State Lakeland Art Gallery. Oct. 3-Nov. 18, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday: Gallery Exhibit “Shining Silk: Arts of Japan” at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center. Oct. 5, 12:30-1:45 p.m.: Downtown Concert Series Elias Tona Salsa and Latin Jazz at Polk State JD Alexander Center. Oct. 6, 12:30-1:45 p.m.: Arts Day Campus Concert Series Elias Tona Salsa and Latin Jazz Polk State Lakeland Student Center. Oct. 6, 5-7 p.m.: Arts Day Exhibit Reception and Awards Ceremony Student Art Exhibition at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery Oct. 6, 5-6 p.m.: Arts Day Polk State Music Concert Student Music Performance at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Lobby. Oct. 6-9, 7:30 p.m.; 2:30 p.m. Sunday matinee: Polk State Theatre Production “Waiting for Godot,” $10 for general public; free for Polk State students and employees, and all high school students at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre. Oct. 7, 7-8:30 p.m.: Concert Elias Tona Salsa and Latin Jazz at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center. Oct. 13, 5-7 p.m.: Exhibit Reception “Shining Silk: Arts of Japan” at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center. Oct. 13, 7-8:30 p.m.: Concert Tampa Taiko Traditional Japanese drum performance Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center. Oct. 15, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: FallFest at Polk State Winter Haven. Oct. 16, 2:30-4 p.m.: Polk State Choir and Ensembles “Fall Festival of Singing” at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre $7 general public; free for Polk State students and employees, and all high school students. Oct. 20, 5-7 p.m.: Exhibit Reception “Boy Scouts & Indians” by Rod Fincannon Polk State Lakeland Art Gallery. Oct. 21, 5-8 p.m.: Jazz Jam Session featuring Victoria de Lissovoy and Charlie “Topp” Hines at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center. Oct. 22, 7-8:30 p.m. : Chamber Music Series “Pieces En Concert: A Synesthetic Experience” presented by Voices of the People featuring painter David McGee and Derek Menchan, cello, at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre. $5 suggested donation. Oct. 22, noon-8 p.m.: 19th annual Hispanic Festival at the Lake Mirror Promenade and Barnett Park in downtown Lakeland. Oct. 23, 2-4 p.m.: Over 55 Show Band Series “Fun Fall Festival” at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre, $10 general public. Oct. 27, 7-8:30 p.m.: Polk State Symphonic Band Concert “Fall Spooktacular” at Polk state Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre, $7 general public; free for Polk State students and employees, and all high schools students. Nov. 2, 12:30-1:45 p.m.: Downtown Concert Series Rob Hazen Funk, soul and indie pop singer/songwriter at Polk State JD Alexander Center. Nov. 3, 12: 30-1:45 p.m.: Campus Concert Series Rob Hazen Funk, soul and indie pop singer/songwriter Polk State Lakeland Student Center. Nov. 4, 7-8:30 p.m.: Concert The L.E.G. Band, an evening of rhythm and jazz, at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center $5 general public; free for Polk State students and employees, and all high school students. Nov. 7-Dec. 9, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Thursday: Gallery Exhibit France/Ireland Study Abroad Exhibit at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. Nov. 7-Dec. 9, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Thursday: Gallery Exhibit Capturing Cultures Photography Exhibit at Polk State Lakeland Art Gallery. Nov. 10, 5-7 p.m.: Exhibit Reception France/Ireland Study Abroad Exhibit at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. Nov. 10-13, 17-20, 7:30 p.m.; 2:30 p.m. Sunday matinee: Polk State Theatre Production “Macbeth” at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre, $10 for general public; free for Polk State students and employees, and all high school students. Nov. 12, 7-8:30 p.m.: Concert “MusicLive Golden Opera” presented by Lake Wales Arts Council at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center. Call 863-676-8426 for tickets and information. Nov. 15, 12:30-1:45 p.m.: Concert Karin Amano Japanese traditional folk dance at Polk State Lakeland Student Center. Nov. 15, 7-8:30 p.m.: Polk State Music Concert Polk State Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Society at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center. Nov. 16, 12:30-1:45 p.m.: Concert Karin Amano Japanese traditional folk dance at Polk State Winter Haven WLR Patio. Nov. 17, 5-7 p.m.: Exhibit Reception ad Awards Ceremony Capturing Cultures Photography Exhibit at Polk State Lakeland Art Gallery. Dec. 3, 7-8:30 p.m.: Polk State College Winter Concert “A Christmas Gala Concert of Holiday Favorites” at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre, $7 for general public; free for Polk State students and employees, and all high school students. Dec. 4, 2:30-4 p.m.: Polk State College Winter Concert “A Christmas Gala Concert of Holiday Favorites” at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre, $7 for general public; free for Polk State students and employees, and all high school students. Dec. 8-9, 7-8:30 p.m.: Warner University Concert “A Royal Christmas” at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center. Dec. 11, 2- 4 p.m.: Over 55 Show Band Series “Tis the Season” at Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre, $10.
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