The Subtle Art of Not Giving Up

Schedule

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025 at 12:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

First United Methodist Church of Lakeland (Florida) | Lakeland, FL

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Join us for a captivating lunch program with Donny Baarns. international sports broadcaster, voiceover artist, and resilience champion.
From calling games for Copa América and FS1 to raising a toddler and running a voiceover business from home, Donny’s story is one of grit, career pivots, and unexpected victories.
In this energizing session, Donny will share how the ups and downs of minor league baseball, international soccer, and life’s detours taught him the power of not giving up—and how you can apply those lessons to whatever life throws your way.
Whether you're a sports fan, entrepreneur, parent, or professional in transition, you'll leave inspired to push through setbacks and redefine success on your own terms.
🎯 What to expect:
Behind-the-scenes stories from Donny’s career in broadcasting and voiceover
Lessons in perseverance, reinvention, and personal growth
Laughter, motivation, and maybe even a few play-by-play moments
📣 Open to members and guests. Bring a friend! Lunch is $15!
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Where is it happening?

First United Methodist Church of Lakeland (Florida), 729 E Walnut St, Lakeland, FL 33801, United States

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