Upcoming Events

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  Mon, Oct 20

  Bucs vs Lions Watch Party / 

  Duke's Brewhouse

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  Oct 20, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

  Duke's Brewhouse, 4960 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813, USA

  Join us for a casual Bucs game watch party at Dukes!

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  Multiple Dates

  Thu, Oct 23

  Professional Development Committee Meeting / 

  Swan Brewing

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  Oct 23, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

  Swan Brewing, 115 W Pine St, Lakeland, FL 33815

  Boost your career and help shape the future of Lakeland! Our Professional Development Committee will discuss and plan upcoming growth opportunities for 2025.

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  Thu, Oct 23

  Gospel Village Outreach BBQ / 

  Gospel Village

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  Oct 23, 2025, 5:30 PM

  Gospel Village, 1109 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA

  This is an opportunity to not only serve the homeless of our community but to engage with them as fellow human beings, reinforcing the message that they are not alone in their journey from homelessness.

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  Multiple Dates

  Tue, Nov 11

  Events Committee Meeting / 

  Core Wealth Advisors

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  Nov 11, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

  Core Wealth Advisors, 124 Florida Ave S 4th floor, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA

  Help us brainstorm and plan fun upcoming EMERGE events!
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  Multiple Dates

  Wed, Nov 12

  Marketing Committee Meeting / 

  CoHatch

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  Nov 12, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

  CoHatch, 211 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801

  The Events & Marketing committees will meet together to plan and promote upcoming Events for EMERGE throughout 2025.

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  Membership Offer

  Thu, Nov 13

  The EMERGE Gala / 

  Eala's Speakeasy (downstairs at Frescos)

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  Nov 13, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

  Eala's Speakeasy (downstairs at Frescos), 132 S Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA

  Our last Signature Event of 2025 provides music, dancing, delicious food, and a memorable event to recognize all we've accomplished throughout 2025. Join us to celebrate and kick off 2026 in style!

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  Multiple Dates

  Tue, Nov 18

  Volunteer Committee Meeting / 

  Lakeland

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  Nov 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

  Lakeland, 211 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA

  Join us as we discuss and plan for our upcoming volunteer efforts in 2025.
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  Multiple Dates

  Fri, Nov 21

  Membership Committee Meeting / 

  Black and Brew

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  Nov 21, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

  Black and Brew, 205 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA

  Membership Matters: Drive Growth, Expand Community
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  Sat, Nov 22

  Christmas Cards & Cocoa  / 

  COhatch Lakeland

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  Nov 22, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

  COhatch Lakeland, 211 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA

  Come join the fun at "Christmas Cards & Cocoa," a special family friendly event put together by the EMERGE Lakeland's Volunteer Committee!

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  Thu, Oct 16

  Biz & Brew / 

  Swan Brewing

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  Oct 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

  Swan Brewing, 115 W Pine St, Lakeland, FL 33815, USA

  Pull up a chair for BOGO Thursday!
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  Fri, Oct 03

  EMERGE Volunteers at PACE Center's 10-Story Challenge 2025 / 

  Lakeland Electric

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  Oct 03, 2025, 9:40 AM – 12:00 PM

  Lakeland Electric, 501 E Lemon St, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA

  Join as an EMERGE Volunteer as we gear up to elevate our impact as Set-Up Crew for the thrilling Ten Story Challenge, the ultimate fundraiser for PACE Center for Girls!

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  Membership Offer

  Thu, Oct 02

  EMERGing Race 2025 / 

  Downtown Lakeland

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  Oct 02, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

  Downtown Lakeland, Downtown, Lakeland, FL, USA

  Assemble your team. Solve the riddles. Take home the prize!

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  Wed, Oct 01

  ProDev Book Club: Atomic Habits - Part 3 of 3 / 

  Reed, Mawhinney, & Link - Suite #100

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  Oct 01, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

  Reed, Mawhinney, & Link - Suite #100, 53 Lake Morton Dr suite 100, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA

  Let's unpack the best-selling book from author James Clear: Atomic Habits. This week we'll be discussing Chapters 15-20 (The Fourth Law)

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  Tue, Sep 30

  New Member Orientation / 

  COHatch (Everglade Room)

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  Sep 30, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

  COHatch (Everglade Room), 211 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA

  If you're thinking of joining EMERGE, or are new to EMERGE, this casual social meet-up is a great way to meet other Members, Committee Chairs, and learn more about how you fit into EMERGE.

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  Tue, Sep 23

  Board & Volunteer Service Fair | EMERGE Serves Graduation / 

  First Presbyterian Church of Lakeland

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  Sep 23, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

  First Presbyterian Church of Lakeland, 175 Lake Hollingsworth Dr, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA

  Celebrate our 2025 EMERGE Serves graduates, meet local nonprofits, and find your place in making Lakeland better. Get inspired. Get involved.
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  Thu, Sep 18

  Biz & Brew at Terrace Hotel & Grille / 

  Terrace Hotel & Grille

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  Sep 18, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

  Terrace Hotel & Grille, 329 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA

  Enjoy great drink specials and an opportunity to network with Chamber and EMERGE Members.
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  Tue, Sep 16

  SPCA Private Tour for EMERGE Lakeland  / 

  SPCA Lakeland

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  Sep 16, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

  SPCA Lakeland, 5850 Brannen Rd S, Lakeland, FL 33813, USA

  Over the past three years, Emerge has been an incredible volunteer force for SPCA Florida, and they want to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU! To show their appreciation, they’d love to invite Emerge members to an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour of the SPCA facility.

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  Mon, Sep 15

  Bucs vs. Texans Watch Party / 

  Duke's Brewhouse

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  Sep 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

  Duke's Brewhouse, 4960 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813, USA

  Join us for a casual Bucs game watch party at Dukes!

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