Things to Do This Weekend in Lakeland & Polk County: November 13-15, 2026

Friday, November 13

Get Moving! Chair Yoga

• Date/Time: Friday, November 13, 9:30–10:30 AM ^[4]
• Where: Bartow Library, 2150 S Broadway Ave., Bartow ^[4]
• Build strength, reduce stress, and improve flexibility in this gentle seated practice. Perfect for all fitness levels seeking a mindful Friday morning ^[4]

Make & Take a Holiday Card

• Date/Time: Friday, November 13, 2:30–4:30 PM ^[1]
• Where: Winter Haven Public Library SEEDLab, 325 Ave A NW, Winter Haven ^[1]
• Learn Canva basics while designing a festive holiday card with pre-made graphics and easy-to-cut shapes. The Silhouette Cameo electronic cutting machine brings your design to life, and scrapbook paper plus cardstock are provided to complete your custom card ^[1]

Saturday, November 14

DAR – 9 AM

• Date/Time: Saturday, November 14, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM ^[2]
• Where: Schoenoff Meeting Room, Lake Wales ^[2]
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Pokémon Club

• Date/Time: Saturday, November 14, 11:00 AM–12:00 PM ^[5]
• Where: Bartow Library, 2150 S Broadway Ave., Bartow ^[5]
• Trade cards and battle with fellow collectors of all school ages. This club meets on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays ^[5]

Learn About Life Insurance – 1 PM

• Date/Time: Saturday, November 14, 1:00–3:00 PM ^[3]
• Where: Schoenoff Meeting Room, Lake Wales ^[3]
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Teen Anime Club

• Date/Time: Saturday, November 14, 1:00–3:00 PM ^[6]
• Where: Bartow Library, 2150 S Broadway Ave., Bartow ^[6]
• Teen and young adult anime fans gather to watch and discuss series, create arts and crafts, and connect with others who share the passion. Held on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays ^[6]

Frequently asked questions

What is the Make & Take a Holiday Card workshop?

A Friday afternoon session at Winter Haven Public Library where participants learn Canva design basics and use a Silhouette Cameo electronic cutting machine to create personalized holiday cards with provided cardstock and scrapbook paper ^[1]

Which events are free?

The sources do not list costs for any of these events, so pricing information is unavailable ^{[1][2][3][4][5][6]}

Are the Bartow Library clubs ongoing or one-time only?

Both the Pokémon Club and Teen Anime Club meet regularly on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month ^[5][6]

Sources

1. Make & Take a Holiday Card – City of Winter Haven, 2026-11-13
2. DAR – 9 AM – City of Lake Wales, 2026-11-14
3. Learn about Life Insurance – 1 PM – City of Lake Wales, 2026-11-14
4. Get Moving! Chair Yoga – City of Bartow, 2026-11-13
5. Pokémon Club – City of Bartow, 2026-11-14
6. Teen Anime Club – City of Bartow, 2026-11-14

Compiled by Central Florida Lifestyle from official sources. Last updated November 12, 2026.

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