14 Movies That Will Make You Feel Extra Patriotic This July 4th

Favorites such as "Apollo 13," "Lincoln," "Hamilton," "Glory" and "Top Gun" are sure to give you all the patriotic feels this 4th of July.

What's New On Netflix: July 2021

Get the full list of movies and TV shows on Netflix this month, including the "Fear Street" trilogy and the return of "Never Have I Ever."

'F9: The Fast Saga' Revvs Up On The Big Screen

Vin Diesel leads the returning cast of "F9: The Fast Saga," the ninth installment in the "Fast and Furious" movie franchise.

Father's Day 2021: 12 Best Movies To Watch

From hilarious comedies to real tear-jerkers, these dazzling dad-centric films will entertain the whole family on Father's Day.

Movie Reviews: 'In The Heights' And 'Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway'

Anthony Ramos and Melissa Barrera star in "In The Heights," while James Corden returns for the sequel, "Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway."

7 Best War Movies To Watch This Memorial Day Weekend

This weekend, check out this list of war films including "The Hurt Locker," "Lone Survivor" and "Patton" that will leave you breathless.

Movie Reviews: 'Those Who Wish Me Dead' And 'Army Of The Dead'

Angelina Jolie plays a smokejumper in "Those Who Wish Me Dead," while Dave Bautista plays a former zombie mercenary in "Army of the Dead."

Mother's Day 2021: 17 Best Movies To Watch

From hilarious comedies to real tear-jerkers, these dazzling mom-centric films will entertain the whole family on Mother's Day.

What's New On Netflix: May 2021

Josh Duhamel and Leslie Bibb star as superheroes in "Jupiter's Legacy." Amy Adams plays the title character in "The Woman in the Window."

Movie Reviews: 'Without Remorse' And 'Percy Vs Goliath'

Michael B. Jordan plays a man seeking vengeance in "Without Remorse," while Christopher Walken plays a prairie farmer in "Percy Vs Goliath."

Sun 'N Fun Aerospace Expo Returns To Lakeland

Sun 'n Fun was cancelled in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. It is back for 2021, and it's also honoring frontline workers.

St. Patrick’s Day: How Lakeland Celebrates Amid Pandemic

See how Irish heritage will be celebrated in Lakeland this month.

3 Polk County Artists Among Winners At Gasparilla Art Festival

The 51st Annual Raymond James Gasparilla Festival of the Arts awarded a total of $80,000 in cash was awarded to the winning artists.

Lakeland Launches New Website Dedicated To Local Arts

The mayor's council on the arts wants to establish the city as a community that is known for the arts through its promotional website.

Harrison Arts School Alumnus Makes It To Cannes Film Festival

An 18-year-old Lakeland man is a finalist in a Cannes Film Festival category that showcases new film directors.

'Just Write! Lakeland' Keeps The Show Moving Virtually

A playwriting group in Lakeland that focuses on helping writers improve their performance work has a virtual show in the works.

Walmart Drive-In Movies Tour Coming To Lakeland

“E.T., “Ghostbusters” and “The Wizard of Oz” will be shown free to Walmart customers.

Rush Limbaugh Awarded Presidential Medal After Cancer Diagnosis

One day after telling radio listeners he is suffering from lung cancer, Rush Limbaugh was awarded the Presidential Medial of Freedom.

At 52, Florida Mom Hopes For Big Break With Music Video

With the release of her music video, a Florida mom is hoping for a big break three decades later than she planned.

Lakeland Man Gets $1 Million Birthday Present

A Lakeland man got a whopping 29th birthday present on Tuesday when he cashed in his $1 million winning Florida Lottery ticket.

French Dignitaries to Attend PMA La Francophonie Event

Dignitaries from five French-speaking countries will visit Lakeland for the Polk Museum of Art's March 23 La Francophonie Day event.

Polk Museum of Art at FSC Receives Wells Fargo Foundation Grant

Wells Fargo Foundation awarded a $2,500 grant to help fund a program designed to increase access among disadvantaged youth to PMA art camps.

Winter Haven Resident Recalls Freedomland U.S.A.

1960s Bronx history theme park didn’t retire to the Sunshine State.

March Exhibitions & Events at the Polk Museum of Art

"Painted Pages: Illuminated Manuscripts from the 13th to 18th Centuries" opens in March at PMA. A variety of other events are on tap, too.

February Exhibitions & Events at the Polk Museum of Art

Sun+Light opens Feb. 2 at the Polk Museum of Art, and numerous other exhibitions and events are scheduled throughout the month.

PMA Offers 3-Month French Cultural Immersion Series

This series coincides with the Polk Museum of Art's “Edgar Degas: The Private Impressionist” exhibition on view through March 24.

PMA’s Penfield Library Opens to the Public

The Penfield library is an excellent research resource for all members of the community, as well as high school and college students.

Degas Exhibition Opens at Polk Museum of Art

“Edgar Degas: The Private Impressionist” opens Dec. 22 at the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College. Admission is free daily.

January Exhibitions & Events at the Polk Museum of Art

Here's a roundup of January exhibitions, workshops and events at the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College.

Polk Museum of Art Receives Youth Digital Arts Program Grant

Duke Energy Foundation awarded a $9,450 grant to the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College to purchase digital art supplies.

Polk Museum of Art Announces New Mayfaire Title Sponsor

Citizen's Bank & Trust is the new title sponsor for Mayfaire by-the-Lake, which is presented annually by the Polk Museum of Art.

December Exhibitions & Events at the Polk Museum of Art

Here's what's happening at the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College in December.

PMA Pays Tribute to Cuban-American Art with New Exhibition

“Exile: 50 Years of Cuban-American Art from the Permanent Collection” is on view through Jan. 13 and was guest-curated by Olga Nodarse Chao.

'Sad Tropics' Artists To Give Free Lectures

Multimedia artists Cristina Molina and Jonathan Traviesa will give two lectures about their site-specific multimedia installation.

November Exhibitions, Events Announced At Polk Museum Of Art

Here's a rundown of what's happening at the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College in November.

Polk Museum of Art Announces Strategic Partner

Southern Homes has renewed its strategic partnership with the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College.

October Exhibitions & Events at the Polk Museum of Art

Following is a list of exhibitions and events at the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College in October.

“Chagall: Stories into Dreams” Opens at Polk Museum of Art

A unique show of Marc Chagall’s work runs Sept. 29-Jan. 6 at the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College. Admission is free

Polk Museum of Art Opens SAAM's Romaine Brooks Exhibition

The Polk Museum of Art presents “The Art of Romaine Brooks,” an exhibition on loan from the Smithsonian American Art Museum. It opens 9/28.

Polk Museum of Art Receives Grant for Scholarships

The $2,500 Bank of America grant provides scholarships for eight 14-18 year-olds to take a free six-week art class & receive art supplies.

September Exhibitions, Events At Polk Museum of Art

Here's a roundup of events, classes, workshops and exhibitions at the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College in September.

PMA Thanks MIDFLORIDA for Sponsorship

MIDFLORIDA served as the title sponsor of Mayfaire by-the-Lake for a decade. A new sponsor will be announced in the fall

Here Are Exhibits, Events At Polk Museum Of Art In August

Here's what's happening in August at the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College.

Polk Museum Of Art Receives National Endowment For The Arts Grant

The grant helps support the “Sad Tropics: Visiting Artists’ Exhibition & Education Project” at FSC’s Melvin and Burks galleries 9/21-11/2.

Lakeland Pays Tribute To Linemen With Public Art

The sculpture recognizes electric lineman as first-responders and national heroes during times of natural and accidental disasters.

July Exhibitions, Events Set At Polk Museum Of Art

Here are exhibitions, events, summer art camps and classes taking place at the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College in July.

Polk Museum Of Art Gifted Photograph By Yousuf Karsh

The photograph of George Barnard Shaw was given in memory of John Rodda. Robert and Malena Puterbaugh made the donation.

Coffee with Artist: Beth Ford Planned at PMA

The Polk Museum of Art hosts Coffee with Artist: Beth Ford on Saturday, June 9 at 10:30 a.m. The event is free.

Exhibition Focuses on Mystery of Possible Masterwork Discovery

A painting unearthed in a Florida Southern College campus storage closet may be a version of Alexander von Wagner's "The Chariot Race."

Polk Museum of Art’s Summer Hours Begin June 3

Summer hours are Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.