Swans of Lake Morton
Lakeland, whose lakes had been home to a varying number of graceful birds since at least 1923, saw its last swan fall victim to an alligator in 1954. Mrs. Robert Pickhardt, a Lakeland native living in England at the time, was familiar with the royal flock of swans on the Thames – birds descended from the original pair given to Richard, he of the lion heart. She inquired about purchasing a pair...
Read MoreNeighborhood Porch Party
Throughout the year neighbors open their homes for a gathering of food and fellowship. Typically a Tuesday evening, a porch party is a casual social event that is open to paid members of the Lake Morton Neighborhood Association.
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An Investment in Our NeighborhoodAs a result of the Neighborhood Matching Grant from the City of Lakeland’s Community Development Department, grant monies have been used for beautification projects in this wonderful neighborhood park.One of the projects included a brick pathway constructed of antique bricks and installed by Kelly’s Masonry. It runs from the sidewalk on South Blvd.,...
Read MoreNeighborhood Matching Grants
We are pleased to offer two matching grant opportunities for historic homes in Lakeland. Through a joint partnership with Historic Lakeland, Inc., we are offering $500 matching grants on a reimbursement basis for original window restoration and front porch restoration. The deadline for submitting applications is September 30, 2014. See the applications below. Window Grant Front Porch Grant...
Read MoreDoing Good in the Neighborhood
Join us when we clean neighborhood parks and lakes. It’s a great way to get to know your neighborhood and meet new friends.
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