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SUMMARY:April 16\, Tuesday Rainbow Ridge General Meeting \, Place TBA
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URL:http://polkcountylgbta.org/event/april-16-tuesday-rainbow-ridge-general-meeting-place-tba
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T183000
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SUMMARY:Tuesday\, March 19\,2024 Rainbow Ridge LGBTA General Membership Meeting at CoHatch Lakeland\, 211 E Main St\, 6:30 - 8:30pm
DESCRIPTION:The Rainbow Ridge LGBTA Dems will be having a potluck\, Tuesday\, March 19\,2024 at CoHatch Lakeland\, 211 E Main St\, 6:30 – 8:30pm \nPotluck items are being organized by Rainbow Ridge Secretary.  \nGuest Speaker TBA at a later date.  \n 
URL:http://polkcountylgbta.org/event/tuesday-march-192024-rainbow-ridge-lgbta-general-membership-meeting-at-cohatch-lakeland-211-e-main-st-630-830pm
LOCATION:COhatch\, 211 E Main Street\, Lakeland\, FL\, 33801\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Rainbow Ridge LGBTA Democratic Caucus":MAILTO:jjacopelle@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T183000
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DTSTAMP:20260404T080324
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SUMMARY:February 20\, 2024\,Tuesday\, 6:30 - 8:30pm  Rainbow Ridge LGBTA Democratic Caucus  General Membership  Meeting at  Wales Pointe Restaurant 207 E Park Ave\,  Lake Wales\, FL 33853 Guest Speaker Brandon Alvarado\, seat 2 candidate for  Lake Wales City Commission
DESCRIPTION:Rainbow Ridge LGBTA Democratic Caucus General Membership Meeting will be  \nFebruary 20\, 2024\, Tuesday\, 6:30 – 8:30 at  \nWales Pointe Restaurant\, 207 E Park Ave\,  Lake Wales\, FL 33853 \nThe kitchen will be opened. Please support Wales Point by patronizing her establishment. \n The Guest Speaker for this Meeting will be \nBrandon Alvarado  \nseat 2 candidate for Lake Wales City Commission \nBorn and raised in Lake Wales\, Brandon L. Alvarado is a dedicated community Brandon has always been at the forefront of community engagement and leadership. His early role as the Music Department Coordinator for Lake Wales High School and his tenure as the Director of Education at the Lake Wales Arts Council reflects his longstanding commitment to arts and education in our community. \nAs President of the Board of Directors of the Lake Wales History Museum and Chairman of the Historic District Regulatory Board\, Brandon’s dedication to preserving our city’s rich history is evident. His work extends beyond historical preservation to encompass key leadership roles in Lake Wales Main Street and the Library Board\, demonstrating his holistic approach to fostering community spirit and educational excellence. In his professional life\, Brandon serves as the Chief Administrative Officer for Leo’s Construction Services\, Inc.\, where he continues to apply his skills in leadership and community development. \nBrandon stands for responsible growth\, economic prosperity\, and uniting the diverse voices of Lake Wales. His comprehensive experience\, from arts and education to business and community leadership\, showcases his multifaceted approach to enriching Lake Wales.
URL:http://polkcountylgbta.org/event/february-20-2024tuesday-630-830pm-rainbow-ridge-lgbta-democratic-caucus-general-membership-meeting-at-wales-pointe-restaurant-207-e-park-ave-lake-wales-fl-33853-guest-speaker-brandon-alv
LOCATION:Wales Pointe Restaurant\, 207 E Park Ave\, Lake Wales\, FL\, 33853\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Rainbow Ridge LGBTA Democratic Caucus":MAILTO:jjacopelle@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T181500
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SUMMARY:Rainbow Ridge Exec Board Meeting at COhatch\, February 6\, 2024 From 6:15 to 7:45pm\, 211 E Main St.\, Lakeland\, FL
DESCRIPTION:In Person Meeting Place is THE NEST at COhatch
URL:http://polkcountylgbta.org/event/rainbow-ridge-exec-board-meeting-at-cohatch-february-6-2024-from-615-to-745pm-211-e-main-st-lakeland-fl
LOCATION:COhatch\, 211 E Main Street\, Lakeland\, FL\, 33801\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Rainbow Ridge LGBTA Democratic Caucus":MAILTO:jjacopelle@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T130000
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SUMMARY:MLK Parade\, Lakeland\, FL\, Saturday\, January 20\, 2024 at 1pm\, “Living the Dream – It Starts with Me: Spreading Hope\, Courage\, & Unity” We need walkers!!!
DESCRIPTION:The Rainbow Ridge Caucus will be walking in the MLK Lakeland Parade\, Saturday\, January 20\, 2024\, at 1:00 PM with the Lakeland Democrat Club.  \nWe are looking for you all to march with us\, as we celebrate Martin Luther King and the parade’s theme\, “Living the Dream – It Starts with Me: Spreading Hope\, Courage\, & Unity” \nThe route will be from 14th Street to Providence and 10th Street ending on Martin Luther King\, Jr. \nHope to see you there!!!
URL:http://polkcountylgbta.org/event/mlk-parade-lakeland-fl-saturday-january-20-2024-at-1pm-living-the-dream-it-starts-with-me-spreading-hope-courage-unity-we-need-walkers
LOCATION:Downtown Lakeland FL\, 14th Street\, Lakeland\, FL\, 33801\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Rainbow Ridge LGBTA Democratic Caucus":MAILTO:jjacopelle@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T203000
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SUMMARY:January 16. 2024\, Rainbow Ridge Caucus Election Meeting\, Guest Speaker School Board Candidate  Bernnie Brandt\, 6:30 - 8:30\, Lake Ashton\, 5405 Hogan Lane\, Winter Haven\, Fl 33884
DESCRIPTION:Rainbow Ridge LGBTA Democratic Caucus Election of Officers and Board Directors Meeting \nwill be January\, 16\, 2024\, Tuesday 6:30 -8:30 at Lake Ashton\, 5405 Hogan Lane\, Winter Haven\, Fl 33884 \n A Quorum is Necessary for Us to Vote!  \nPlease Attend!!! Pizza and other refreshments will be available. \nNominations from the floor will be accepted for those who wish to serve as officers and directors.  \nAs per our new bylaws\, all membership dues are due in the month of January. For those who need to update your membership\, dues will be accepted.  \nThe Guest Speaker for this Meeting will be Polk County School Board Candidate Bernnie Brandt \nBernnie grew up in Winter Haven and currently lives in Lakeland with his wife\, eleven-month-old child\, three dogs\, and two cats. His professional background is in private security management\, sports officiating\, corrections\, and transportation. He’s running for school board because he believes that elected officials should be average citizens who are passionate about improving their community. \nIn his website he has stated\, as a candidate to represent the citizens of Polk County\, he believes in… \nSchool Safety\, Opportunities and Access\, Testing for Positive Growth\, Financial Transparency\, Celebrating Diversity\, Supporting Staff\, Engaging the Community
URL:http://polkcountylgbta.org/event/january-16-2024-rainbow-ridge-caucus-election-meeting-guest-speaker-school-board-candidate-bernnie-brandt-630-830-lake-ashton-5405-hogan-lane-winter-haven-fl-33884
LOCATION:5405 Hogan Lane\, Winter Haven\, Fl 33884\, 5405 Hogan Lane\, Winter Haven\, FL\, 33884\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Rainbow Ridge LGBTA Democratic Caucus":MAILTO:jjacopelle@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T210000
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CREATED:20231009T150724Z
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SUMMARY:Polk County Democrats Holiday Party at The Yard at Mass\, 802 N. Massachusetts Ave\, Lakeland\, FL.\, Tuesday\, December 12\, 2023 - 6pm -9pm
DESCRIPTION:Polk County Democrats Holiday Party \nThe Yard at Mass\, 802 N. Massachusetts Ave Lakeland FL \nTuesday\, December 12\, 2023 \nTime: 6pm -9p \n\n\n\n\nCash bar\, food trucks and music with DJ DaBushman NO COVER CHARGE \n\n\n\n\nFor more information contact\nThe Polk County\nRainbow Ridge LGBTA Democratic Caucus \nPlease RSVP: PolkDems_HolidayParty@yahoo.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:http://polkcountylgbta.org/event/polk-county-democrats-holiday-party-at-the-yard-at-mass-802-n-massachusetts-ave-lakeland-fl-tuesday-december-12-2023-6pm-9pm
LOCATION:The Yard at Mass\, 802 N. Massachusetts Ave\, Lakeland\, 33801\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231124
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SUMMARY:NO General Meeting in November. See you at the Holiday Party in December!
DESCRIPTION:We at The Rainbow Ridge wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving! \nLet be thankful for all we have. Please share your good fortune with those who are in need.   
URL:http://polkcountylgbta.org/event/no-general-meeting-in-november-see-you-at-the-holiday-party-in-december
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T203000
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SUMMARY:July 18\, Rainbow Caucus Meeting\, Guest Speaker Rev. Terry Heck\, topic Human Trafficking\,  6:30 - 8:30\, Lake Ashton Sport Court\, 6052 Pebble Beach Blvd\, WinterHaven\, FL
DESCRIPTION:Please Come Join Us and Bring Your Friends!!!!!\nWe will be meeting in a new location!!!\nThe Rainbow Ridge LGBTA Democratic Caucus\nwill be meeting in-person\, Tuesday\, July 18\, 2023\, 6:30 to 8:30 pm\nat Lake Ashton Sport Court \n6052 Pebble Beach Blvd.\, Winter Haven\, FL\nBest access is from Rt. 653 \n(the back entrance to Lake Ashton) \nThere will be light refreshments.  \nWe will be sharing the space with Lake Ashton Snowflakes as we try to develop synergy between the various Clubs and Caucuses in Polk County.  \n \nGuest Speaker\nReverend Terry Heck\nTopic: Human Trafficking \nTerry\, an ordained pastor of the United Methodist Church\, wrote the resolution against Human Trafficking that was adopted at First United Methodist Church. She participates in meetings of the circuit 10 human trafficking group.\nTerry is an advocate for all who are oppressed and believes that everyone should operate from a worldview of love. \n 
URL:http://polkcountylgbta.org/event/july-18-rainbow-caucus-meeting-guest-speaker-rev-terry-heck-topic-human-trafficking-630-830-lake-ashton-sport-court-6052-pebble-beach-blvd-winterhaven-fl
LOCATION:Lake Ashton Sport Court\, is 6052 Pebble Beach Blvd\, Winter Haven\, FL\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Rainbow Ridge LGBTA Democratic Caucus":MAILTO:jjacopelle@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T150000
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SUMMARY:Polk Pride 2023: Pride in the Park\, Saturday\, June 17 \, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.\,  Munn Park\, Lakeland\, FL.  Free entry
DESCRIPTION:Pride in the Park is a large LGBTQ+ Pride festival for the whole family. This event takes place at Munn Park in downtown Lakeland. We will have live entertainment\, food trucks\, vendors\, and more! This event is FREE and no tickets are required. It is a family friendly event for all. \n \nPolk Pride is an event of the Lakeland Youth Alliance\, a nonprofit organization that provides support for LGBTQ+ youth. The annual Polk Pride event works towards that mission by raising awareness and acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community. June is Pride Month.  Polk Pride will sponsor events June 10th through June 17th. The Official List is on http://www.polkpridefl.org \n  \n 
URL:http://polkcountylgbta.org/event/polk-pride-2023-pride-in-the-park-saturday-june-17-10-a-m-3-p-m-munn-park-lakeland-fl-free-entry
LOCATION:Munn Park\, 201 East Main Street\, Lakeland\, FL\, 33801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080324
CREATED:20230422T012552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230422T012552Z
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SUMMARY:Rays Pride Night. Baseball Game Rays vs Texas Rangers Saturday\, June 10th starting at 4:10 PM
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Pride at Tropicana Field in St Petersburg\, FL\, on Saturday\, June 10th starting at 4:10 PM when the Rays take on the Texas Rangers. \nAs we’ve done in the past\, the Rainbow Ridge LGBTA Dems are putting together a group to attend the Rays Pride Night.  \nLast year\, 14 of us representing Rainbow Ridge and our guests attended. \n Fans can purchase a special Pride Day package that includes a seat in the Lower Level and a limited edition Rays Pride Day can cooler.  \nTo register\,  visit www.raysbaseball.com/pride and use the PROMO CODE: PRIDE5 \n*$5 from each ticket sold will go back to LGBT Chamber. \nThe deadline to purchase tickets is Thursday\, June 8 at 11:59 p.m. \nYour promotional item can be picked up at the Redemption Center located behind section 108 through the 5th inning of the game. \nIf you have any questions please feel free to contact us. We will get back to you as soon as we can.
URL:http://polkcountylgbta.org/event/rays-pride-night-baseball-game-rays-vs-texas-rangers-saturday-june-10th-starting-at-410-pm
LOCATION:Rays Baseball\, 1 Tropicana Drive\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230521T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230521T160000
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SUMMARY:Harvey Milk Picnic On May 21st\, Lake Wailes Park\, Lake Wales\, FL
DESCRIPTION:  \nSave the date! \nYou are invited to this year’s \nHarvey Milk Picnic on May 21st. \nTake stock of your magic\nand get ready to bring it!  \nIn Lake Wales\nat the park on the lake from 2 -4 pm \nThere will be games\, art and music\,\nplus a contest for the most gaily decorated \nPicnic (Easter) Basket.\nBring a picnic blanket or chairs\nand your own picnic\nor bring food to share. \nTo protect families in attendance from legal action\nMomma Ashley Rose will be present but dressed as Jason.  \nThere will be a raffle for prizes including artwork to raise funds for LGBTQ+ supportive candidates in Lake Wales.  \n \n 
URL:http://polkcountylgbta.org/event/harvey-milk-picnic-on-may-21st-lake-wailes-park-lake-wales-fl
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080324
CREATED:20230511T150359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T150359Z
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SUMMARY:Rainbow Ridge May 16\, 2023 In-Person Meeting\, 6:30 -8:30pm at Colon Bakery/ Restaurant\, Haines City FL.   Guest Speaker\, Octavio Hernandez\, GSA Advisor
DESCRIPTION:Please Come Join Us\, Bring Your Friends!!!!! \nWe will be meeting in a new location!!! \nThe Rainbow Ridge LGBTA Democratic Caucus \n May 16\, 2023\, 6:30 to 8:30 pm at  \nThe Colon Bakery/Restaurant \n42 Maxcy Plaza Cir\, Haines City Fl  \nMembers are encouraged to order off the menu.\nHelp support those that support us. \nGuest Speaker\nOctavio Hernandez \nTeacher and GSA Advisor \nGay–Straight Alliance\, Gender-Sexuality Alliance or Queer–Straight Alliance.\n A student-led or community-based organization\, found in schools\, colleges\, and universities. \nGSAs have evolved beyond their traditional role to serve as safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth in middle schools and high schools\, and have emerged as vehicles for deep social change related to racial\, gender\, and educational justice. \nGSA has a positive and lasting effect on student health\, wellness\, and academic performance. It can also protect students from harassment based on sexual orientation or gender identity\, and improve school climates for all students in the long-term.
URL:http://polkcountylgbta.org/event/rainbow-ridge-may-16-2023-in-person-meeting-630-830pm-at-colon-bakery-restaurant-haines-city-fl-guest-speaker-octavio-hernandez-gsa-advisor
LOCATION:Colon Bakery\, 42 Maxcy Plaza Cir\, Haines City\, 33844\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Rainbow Ridge LGBTA Democratic Caucus":MAILTO:jjacopelle@comcast.net
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T000000
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CREATED:20230511T152833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T152833Z
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SUMMARY:Orlando Gay Chorus\,  BroadGAY Spectacular\, Theater Winter Haven Sunday\, May 21\, 2023 2:30pm $25.
DESCRIPTION:Orlando Gay Chorus \nis doing what we do best.  In Florida\, “We Sing GAY!”  This spring\, we bring you back to Broadway.  From classic Broadway shows to movie-musical adaptations\, OGC will be singing and dancing with a message for all audiences: “We’re here\, we’re queer\, and we’re not going anywhere!”  Join guest emcees Representative Anna Eskamani and her twin sister Ida Eskamani as OGC performs hit songs such as “Be Our Guest” from Beauty and the Beast\, “Seize the Day” from Newsies\, and “Time Warp” from The Rocky Horror Picture Show\, as well as moving songs\, such as “Not My Father’s Son” from Kinky Boots\, “Children Will Listen” from Into the Woods\, and “Already Home” from Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Wizard of Oz. OGC’s main chorus of 100 singers\, four small group ensembles\, and the Footnote Dancers\, will wow you with their Broadway caliber talent! Tap your toes and hum along to OGC’s BroadGAY Spectacular: On Tour! \n  \nPurchase ticket at \nTheater Winter Haven \n210 Cypress Gardens Blvd. SW\, Winter Haven\, FL 33880\n \n 
URL:http://polkcountylgbta.org/event/orlando-gay-chorus-broadgay-spectacular-theater-winter-haven-sunday-may-21-2023-230pm-25
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080324
CREATED:20230407T193154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T010252Z
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SUMMARY:Rainbow Ridge Caucus Meeting with Guest Speaker Nathan Bruemmer\, President of the Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus and Equality Florida Board Member
DESCRIPTION:The Rainbow Ridge LGBTA Democratic Caucus\nis pleased to present\nGuest Speaker\nNathan Bruemmer\nPresident of the Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus\nand\nEquality Florida Board Member\nApril 18\, 2023\, Tuesday\, 6:30 to 8:30pm\nat\nWales Pointe Restaurant\n207 E Park Ave\,\nLake Wales\, FL\nThe Rainbow Ridge is thrilled to have Nathan join us for our April 2023 General Meeting\, especially given all that our state’s Republican government is doing to hurt our community. \nNathan is an Attorney and LGBTQ+ Advocate. He was President Emeritus at St. Pete Pride and the first transgender statewide appointed official in the U.S. to Director of LGBTQ Affairs at Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services. Formerly he was an Andrew S. Cray Law Fellow at National Center for Transgender Equality and an Executive Director at ALSO Youth. \nNathan studied at Stetson University College of Law and at University of South Florida \nHe was born and raised in Florida and is a lifelong Democrat and LGBTQ+ advocate. From childhood through his last professional position\, he has witnessed first-hand the positive impacts and the importance of electing Democrats at every level of government. He’s an attorney in St. Petersburg practicing in a small firm focused on serving LGBTQ+ clients. \nPlease Join Us\nWe must have a head count so please reserve your spot now.\nNotify us your attendance by contacting:\njjacopelle@comcast.net\nOur host\, Wales Pointe\, has opened their doors just for us for this event\, please patronize them by ordering from their full bar and dinner menu.
URL:http://polkcountylgbta.org/event/rainbow-ridge-lgbta-democratic-caucus-meeting-april-18-2023-with-guest-speaker-nathan-bruemmer-president-of-the-florida-lgbtq-democratic-caucus-and-board-member-at-equality-florida
LOCATION:Wales Pointe Restaurant\, 207 E Park Ave\, Lake Wales\, FL\, 33853\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Rainbow Ridge LGBTA Democratic Caucus":MAILTO:jjacopelle@comcast.net
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SUMMARY:Lakeland Magic Welcomes the Polk County Democrats!  Rainbow Ridge LGBTA Democratic Caucus Basket Ball Game March Social
DESCRIPTION:For our March Rainbow Ridge Meeting we have decided to attend a social event that helps Polk County Democrats and Hoops for Hunger.  Tickets are Twenty dollars and can be purchased on the website. We are in Row G if you would like to sit with us. See You There! \nhttps://fevo.me/polkcountydems \nThe Lakeland Magic are excited to welcome the Polk County Democrats to our Hoops for Hunger game on March 21st with tip off at 7pm! $5 from the ticket proceeds will go directly back to this organization! \nThe Lakeland Magic partners with Mosaic to give back to the community with Hoops for Hunger. \nLakeland Magic vs. Long Island Nets \nFREE Giveaway: First 1\,000 fans in attendance will receive a replica Hoops for Hunger jersey courtesy of Mosaic.
URL:http://polkcountylgbta.org/event/250
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230315
DTSTAMP:20260404T080324
CREATED:20230307T202139Z
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SUMMARY:Pride At The Capital
DESCRIPTION:
URL:http://polkcountylgbta.org/event/pride-at-the-capital
LOCATION:Capital Building\, Tallahassee\, Florida\, 400 S Monroe St\, Tallahassee\, FL\, 32399\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230221T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230221T203000
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CREATED:20230203T234211Z
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SUMMARY:Rainbow Ridge February Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please Come Join Us and Bring Your Friends!!!!!\nRainbow Ridge LGBTA Democratic Caucus\nare pleased to announce \nOur Guest Speaker will be\n \nAnita Carson\nField and Advocacy Manager Statewide Community Organizer at Equality Florida\nLGBTQ Advocacy in DeSantis’ Florida How do I get involved?\n \nEquality Florida is a political advocacy group that advocates for civil rights and protections for lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender\, and queer residents of the U.S. state of Florida. \nTuesday\, February 21\, 2023\n6:30 to 8:30 pm\nat\nUnitarian Universalist Congregation of Lakeland\n3140 Troy Ave\, Lakeland\, FL 33803
URL:http://polkcountylgbta.org/event/rainbow-ridge-february-meeting
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
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