Eagle Ridge Mall opened on February 22, 1996 with 80 stores, a carousel, an ice skating rink, and…read moreanchor stores that included Sears, JCPenney, and Dillard's. The grand opening of the 100 million dollar, 624,000 square-foot mall attracted 3,700 people within the first 30 minutes and 22,000 shoppers celebrated the new mall throughout the day. Throughout the ensuing years the mall has faced challenges like the sinkhole that developed beneath a children's play area and a second hole beneath an area of the Sears store in 1998. In 2009, the economic downturn led to then-owner, General Growth Properties, filling for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. It was reportedly the largest real estate bankruptcy in U.S. history at the time. The Sears store closed in late 2016, and JCPenney closed in June 2020, leaving Dillard's as the sole remaining original anchor store. After Covid there were only 40 businesses left in the mall. While the two anchor stores remain vacant, management has managed to increase the number of businesses to over 70. These include Regal 12 Cinema, the Lake Wales Bowl, with Strikes Bar and Grill, and the El Pilón Loko Puerto Rican restaurant adjacent to the food court. There is also a bounce house park play area for $12. While the mall looks like it has been through it I really loved my visit. it felt like a throwback to the 80's. There were some really unique stores and the carousel in the food court was absolutely beautiful. Where some people see a dump, I see a reminder of a simpler time. Don't write this old girl off yet.

It's alright, been coming here since I was a kid. Few new stores pop every so often. Food court…read morestarting to get full but still needs more. They do got a few attractions from carousel to the movies. Definitely worth a visit!!

It's nicely organized and clean…read more Love the children's room, because it has lots of things for kids of all ages and activities throughout the week during summer months. Been there a few times and everyone that works there so far has been nice

After living in the area for almost a year, we finally made the trek here to sign up for a library…read morecard. Unfortunately, this is the closest library to us and it's in what seems like a very sketchy area. The building is very rundown, carpets are filthy, and restrooms are extremely dirty. The selection is bleak at best. We did like that there was a completely separate kids area but that was the only thing that we liked about this library. The staff didnt acknowledge us until we went up to the desk and even then, the guy wasn't the friendliest. We got a card but I don't see myself coming back to this location unless it's to renew the card and have access to Libby.

This is a seven acre historic district in central Bartow, Florida that dates to 1885. The historic…read morecommercial district is bounded by Davidson and Summerlin Streets and Broadway and Florida Avenues. In the middle of the district is the historic Classical Revival Polk County Courthouse that has been turned into the Polk County Historical Museum. There are twenty-one historic buildings in this district and it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1993. Today the historic Classical Revival, Vernacular, and Masonry buildings along Main Street are occupied by shops and restaurants. There are quaint antique and vintage stores, a bakery, a Mexican restaurant, and a pizzeria. Parking is free along the street. During the first weekend in March the street is shut down for the Bartow Bloomin' Arts Festival. Bartow is so charming and fun to explore. This historic district was right up my alley.

We last visited these gardens, designed by Frederick Law Olmstead (who also designed Central Park…read morein Manhattan), in early 2024. This time, more flowers were in bloom, and we saw a different variety of birds on the premises. The tower is, of course, the centerpiece of the gardens. We had the pleasure of listening to it sing at least 5 times during our visit. We briefly visited the children's garden, and recommend this if you have youngsters in tow. After we were done in the gardens, we had a nice lunch in the on-site café. Portions are large, so you may want to consider sharing.

These gardens are so beautiful and peaceful. I love walking…read morethrough every path available while smelling nature The food at the restaurant is good and fresh Everything is nice and clean

Fields are fantastic. Been here several times and the playing areas are well kept, and the stands…read morehave plenty of seating for fans and spectators. Bathrooms are the typical outdoor ballpark cleanliness. Concessions are high priced, few options, & poor quality. 3 soda choices and no diet options??? (They were out of Diet Coke). Hamburgers $6.50 Soda $5

Through the years, we've visited and my son has played at, hundreds of baseball fields. Lake Myrtle…read morehas well kept fields, stocked bathrooms, and a concession in each grouping of fields. There are also covered bleachers at some fields, and grassy areas. There isn't too much shade, and the concession is overpriced ($5 for a cheeseburger with no toppings available, $2.50 for a soda, etc) and limited options. Admission is set by the event host more than the site, but since it's high, that's likely in part due to the site so expect it to always be a bit high ($10/ per person per day this weekend) All in all, it checks the boxes for a high school size set of fields.

Had a great attention with my Passport application Mr. Rafael was very professional an efficient.read more

Absolutely Horrible! Every time I come in here there is just a very long line and only two people…read moreat the front counter and it is just ridiculous how is it you only have two employees and you have a line out the door.

Used there services while staying at the Terrace Hotel in Lakeland. Staff was great car was parked…read morewithin minutes and when we were ready to leave the car was brought to us quickly.

Jeremy zalo and Jalen and saxton were super helpful!!! Valeted at an event at indulgence day sparead more