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Sweet Life on the Lake Okeechobee Shore
The Glades & Hendry Region offers a relaxed, rural atmosphere with a strong sense of community. Life moves at a slower pace here, allowing residents and visitors to truly connect with nature and each other.
City Snapshot
Population
39,619
County
Polk County
Timezone
America/New_York
Median Income
$60,901
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This Week
Social Saturday: Great Outdoors
2026-09-12 at 11:00 AM
Conversation with Artist Elle Pérez and Associate Curator Ashton Cooper
2026-09-12 at 1:30 PM
Art Spectrums
2026-09-13 at 1:00 PM
Creative Aging: Gallery Series (Ages 55+)
2026-09-15 at 12:00 PM
Art Center Café, Dinner with Friends: Jordan Mix and Hanna Howard
2026-09-16 at 7:00 PM
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