Upcoming Events

Multiple Dates
Wed, Sep 16
Volunteer Committee Meeting
Furr, Wegman & Banks Architects
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Sep 16, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Furr, Wegman & Banks Architects, 625 E Orange St, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA
Join us as we discuss and plan for our upcoming volunteer efforts in 2026.
Thu, Sep 17
Biz & Brew at Garden Bistro
Garden Bistro
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Sep 17, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Garden Bistro, 702 E Orange St, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA
Join us on September 17 for a Biz & Brew at Garden Bistro! Did you know? Along with delicious food and mimosas, Garden Bistro also offers a selection of beer and wine!
Thu, Sep 17
Gospel Village Outreach - Sides & Desserts
Gospel Village
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Sep 17, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Gospel Village, 1109 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA
This is an opportunity to not only serve our community but to engage with them as fellow human beings, reinforcing the message that they are not alone in their journey from homelessness. We ask that our volunteers please bring a side dish or dessert that they would like to share.
Multiple Dates
Fri, Sep 18
Membership Committee Meeting
Publix Super Market at Lake Miriam
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Sep 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Publix Super Market at Lake Miriam, 4730 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813
Membership Matters: Drive Growth and Expand the EMERGE Community
Tue, Sep 22
EMERGE Serves Graduation and 3rd Annual Board & Volunteer Service Fair
First Presbyterian Church
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Sep 22, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
First Presbyterian Church, 175 Lake Hollingsworth Dr, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA
Attention all non-profits, associations, and organizations: this event is for you! Registration is now open for the 3rd Annual Board & Volunteer Service Fair. Also, we'll celebrate EMERGE Serves Class XVI!
Membership Offer
Tue, Oct 06
EMERGing Race 2026
Munn Park
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Oct 06, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Munn Park, 210 East Main Street, Lakeland, FL 33801
Assemble your team. Solve the riddles. Take home the prize!
Multiple Dates
Tue, Oct 13
ProDev Committee Meeting
The Joinery
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Oct 13, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
The Joinery, 640 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA
Empowering young professionals through programs that spark growth, build skills, and strengthen Lakeland’s future.
Multiple Dates
Wed, Oct 14
Marketing Committee Meeting
Catapult Lakeland
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Oct 14, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Catapult Lakeland, 502 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801
The Events & Marketing committees meet together to plan and promote upcoming Events for EMERGE throughout 2026.
Sat, Dec 05
Christmas Cards & Cocoa
COhatch Lakeland
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Dec 05, 2026, 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!
Membership Offer
Thu, Sep 10
EMERGE Bowl Night
Lucky Strike Lakeland
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Sep 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Lucky Strike Lakeland, 4111 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813, USA
Join us at Lucky Strike for food, drinks, and bowling!
Multiple Dates
Wed, Sep 09
Marketing Committee Meeting
Catapult Lakeland (Living Wall Room)
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Sep 09, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Catapult Lakeland (Living Wall Room), 502 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801
Share. Engage. Inspire.
Thu, Aug 27
Meet, Mingle, & EMERGE
La Gran Muralla
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Aug 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
La Gran Muralla, 2810 Lakeland Highlands Rd, Lakeland, FL 33803, USA
We're throwing a summer party at Lakeland's hottest speakeasy. And you're invited!
Wed, Aug 19
Polk Young Professional Awards 2026
Idlewood Venue & Events
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Aug 19, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Idlewood Venue & Events, 150 Idlewood Ave, Bartow, FL 33830, USA
The Polk Young Professionals Awards, or PYPA, is a collaborative event for EMERGE Lakeland (Lakeland Chamber of Commerce), ENDEAVOR Winter Haven (Winter Haven Chamber Foundation), and ENGAGE Bartow (Bartow Chamber Foundation) to recognize outstanding young leaders.
Tue, Aug 18
EMERGE Serves 2026
Lakeland Chamber of Commerce
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Aug 18, 2026, 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Lakeland Chamber of Commerce, 35 Lake Morton Dr, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA
EMERGE Serves is designed to provide comprehensive training for young professionals interested in community service. This 6-week certification course details the fundamentals of effective board service.
Sat, Aug 15
Chili Cook-off with Talbot House Ministries
Talbot House Ministries
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Aug 15, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Talbot House Ministries, 814 N Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA
Join us for a fun afternoon of community engagement and giving back, with a hint of friendly competition. We will be hosting a chili cook-off, and the residents of Talbot House will vote on their favorite chili.
Thu, Jul 16
Working Smarter: AI in the Modern Workplace with Mike Nova
COhatch Lakeland
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Jul 16, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
COhatch Lakeland, 211 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA
AI is changing the workplace fast. Join author and CEO Mike Nova on July 16 at COhatch for a practical look at how to work smarter, save time, and use AI more effectively.
Sat, Jun 27
EMERGE Volunteers: Polk County Bully Project Dog Walk
Polk County Bully Project
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Jun 27, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Polk County Bully Project, 5840 W Brannen Rd, Lakeland, FL 33813, USA
Spend your Saturday with some four legged friends while supporting Polk County Bully Project. Meet at 10 am at the Bully Project to pick up our dogs and then we will drive over to Lakeland Highlands Scrub Preserve for a fun day at the park!
Wed, May 27
Trivia Night at Swan!
Swan Brewing
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May 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Swan Brewing, 115 W Pine St, Lakeland, FL 33815, USA
Join us for a night of trivia and local brews at Swan Brewing!