This Week's Welcome

What a week! Too many knocks, hits and setbacks to get into, but I do want to speak on the topic of hearing "no's" and the roadblocks we will face in business... and life.

What are our options?! What can we do when we feel like we can’t do anything?! Change this word…

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In brighter news! The next LKLD | EDGE INDOOR MARKET is tonight from 5PM-9PM!

I've said there will be some Harry Potter artwork, giveaways and more since it's his birthday weekend! I got a sneak peek and taste of some Butterbeer flavored sugar cookies before they dried! They will be available only tonight from Love At First Cookie along with her limited edition Butterbeer tea! Yum!

There will be some new vendors, dinner options from The Baked Butcher and Dominick's Kitchen & Market, and don't forget! It's inside, so cold A/C!

If you're already at Downtown Lakeland's "First Friday" then stop in to cool down. Otherwise, come straight to us and don't get hot! What a win-win :)

-Chan "The Beard" Michaels

This Week in Town
​"Shop Small. Shop LKLD."

Calling All Vendors & Small Business Owners!

Here we go! 🚀 Sometimes we need to get away from the 24/7 hustle and bustle of running our businesses! One of the best ways to do that is to have a lil fun!

What I enjoy better than promoting small businesses in LKLD is getting to know the owners through conversation and building a relationship 😉 With that said, why don’t we just get together once a month and hang out while supporting another LKLD business?!

🎨 Painting With A Twist - Private Party
🗓️ Tuesday, August 19th
⏰ 6:30pm-8:30pm
👉 $44
💥 For all vendors & small businesses owners. Spouses are welcome.

Send me a message if you’re interested and I’ll send you the link to join us!

Welcome Home: Listing of the Week

🏡 HOUSE in Terra Largo! 🎉
📍 3926 Aquilla Dr, Lakeland, FL
📉 JUST REDUCED: $535,000 (was $550,000!)
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In the highly sought-after Terra Largo—North Lakeland’s premier resort-style gated community!
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This stunning 4 bed, 3 bath home offers 2,689 sq. ft. of luxurious living with a triple split floor plan, chef’s kitchen, and oversized lanai—perfect for entertaining and multigenerational living. Built in 2018 by M/I Homes, it features a private guest suite, spa-like primary bath, and 3-car garage surrounded by tropical landscaping.
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✨ Community perks: clubhouse, pool & hot tub, gym, tennis courts, walking trails, playground & more!
🛣️ Minutes to I-4, shopping, dining, and just 40 miles to Disney!
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🔑 Come see why this is more than just a home—it’s a lifestyle.
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📲 Contact Deanna laboni or Drew Wilson for a tour!

That's A Wrap!

One last thing...

I guess it might be good to show you folks something else that is on the horizon! We're hosting 4 outdoor holiday markets this year! Want to see?!

Hope you have a great weekend!

-Chan