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Recurring Events

POLK COUNTY HISTORY CENTER
Oak Hill Cemetery Tour. 1st Saturdays, 11am. Learn about
the pioneer families and World War I veterans interred at this
historic Bartow cemetery. The tour starts at the History Center
with a short one-mile walk that includes historic landmarks
along the route. Oak Hill Cemetery was added to the National
Register of Historic Places in 2003 with the earliest recorded
burial dating to 1860.
Lunch and Learn Lecture Series. 3rd Tuesdays (Jan-Nov),
12:15-1pm. Bring your lunch and enjoy a short lecture on
various historical topics.
Architectural Tour. 3rd Saturdays, 11am. A family-friendly
architectural tour of the History Center. Learn more about
neoclassical architecture, the construction of the building and
the stories behind the iconic Old Polk County Courthouse.
Free events held at the Polk County History Center, 100 E.
Main St. in Bartow. 863-534-4386; www.polkhistorycenter.org.

POLK MUSEUM OF ART
Access Art: Special Needs. 1st Saturdays, 11am-noon (except
Exploring art in the style of Dali during Art Studio.
holiday weekends). This program invites individuals with special
needs and varying exceptionalities to engage in viewing and
discussing the artwork on exhibit. Free.
EXPLORATIONS V CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Art Lab. 2nd Saturdays, 10:30am-noon (Sep-May). Participants
Book Buddies. Mondays, 10:30am. A different book each week. are introduced to one of the Museum's exhibitions in a fun,
Story Time! Mondays, 3pm. entertaining and accessible manner through hands-on learning
for all ages and skills. Labs are led by professional artists or art
Curious Kids. Tuesdays, 10:30am.
educators whom will engage participants in creating their own
Make & Create! Tuesdays, 3pm. piece of artwork. Free. Advance registration required.
Kitchen Kids. Wednesdays, 11:30am. The Art of Film. 2nd Saturdays, 6-9pm. A new monthly film
Squish, Pound, & Play. Wednesdays, 3pm. screening series featuring the best in internationally-renowned
independent and arts-related movies, followed by discussion.
Music Makers. Thursdays, 10:30am & 3pm. Little ones enjoy
playing instruments and moving to the beat. "Point of View" Gallery Talks. 2nd Fridays, Noon-1pm. Tours
conducted by members of the art community and staff. Free.
Art Studio. Fridays, 10:30am. Makes art accessible to all. Space is limited. RSVP to Reservations@PolkMuseumofArt.org.
Introduces a wide range of styles and mediums.
Creative Yoga: Karen Seggerman. 2nd Sundays, 3-4pm. Class
Stage Heroes. Fridays, 3pm.
ends with a meditation focused on the current exhibition. All
Family Yoga. Fridays, 4pm. One-hour class suitable for toddlers ages, sizes, and levels of experience welcome. $5 members, $10
(up to 5 years) and their caregivers! Bond with your little one nonmembers. Questions: Diana Smith, 863-688-7743, x 249.
through movement, music, and meditation as we flow through Creative Yoga: Michelle Pugh. 3rd Fridays, Noon-1pm. Class
a fun-packed session of poses, games and more!
ends with a meditation focused on the current exhibition. All
Circle Time. Saturdays, 11am. ages, sizes, and levels of experience welcome. $5 members, $10
Music Makers. Saturdays, 3pm. Little ones enjoy playing nonmembers. Questions: Diana Smith, 863-688-7743, x 249.
instruments and moving to the beat. Docent-Led Tour. 3rd Saturdays, 11am-noon. A fresh look into
Weekly classes are included with Museum membership or daily the Museum's main exhibition with a passionate docent. Learn
admission. info@explorationsv.com or phone 863-687-3869. stories behind the work. Free. Pre-registration suggested. RSVP
to Reservations@PolkMuseumArt.org.
Learn more at www.polkmuseumofart.org or 863-688-3743.

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