October 9: Edward W. Bok Birthday Carillon Concerts at 1 & 3 p.m.
Celebrate Edward Bok’s gift of gratitude to America on his birthday. Born in the Netherlands in 1863, the editor of The Ladies’ Home Journal was a Pulitzer Prize-winning author, humanitarian, philanthropist and an advocate for world peace and the environment. Included with general admission. More information: 863-676-1408; www.boktowergardens.org
About Bok Tower Gardens:
Voted Florida’s Best Garden, Bok Tower Gardens is a National Historic Landmark located 55 miles southwest of Orlando and 60 miles east of Tampa in rolling hills of citrus near Lake Wales. Open every day of the year from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., last admission is at 5 p.m. The Visitor Center, Café and Gift Shop are open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults and $3 for ages 5-12. Members and children under 5 are admitted free. For more information contact Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Boulevard, Lake Wales, Florida 33853; 863-676-1408 or visit www.boktowergardens.org
