TAMPA BAY SPECIAL EVENTS CALENDAR
July 2011 |
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26 @ 7:30 PM CAPITOL CLASSICS FILM SERIES PRESENTS 'CASABLANCA' Vintage Hollywood favorites and fun family films are making their way to the Cleveland Street District of Downtown Clearwater as the historic Capitol Theatre is transformed every Tuesday Evening into a classic cinema house screening beloved movies from the past. Movie plot: Set in unoccupied Africa during the early days of World War II: An American expatriate meets a former lover, with unforeseen complications. General Admission tickets priced at $6 will be available at the Ruth Eckerd Hall Ticket Office located at 1111 McMullen Booth Road in Clearwater, by calling 727.791.7400 or by logging onto www.atthecap.com. The Ruth Eckerd Hall Ticket Office is open Monday through Saturday, from noon to 6 pm. The Capitol Theatre Ticket Office opens one hour prior to showtime. Capitol Theatre 405 Cleveland Street Clearwater, FL 727.791.7400 |
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27 @ 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM LIVE MUSIC SERIES AT HYDE PARK VILLAGE CONCERT FOR BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS FEATURING TRAINED WRECK Live Music Series at Hyde Park Village is a popular heritage event now in its 24th year! Concerts take place at the Fountain, May through October, on the last Wednesday of the month, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM. Proceeds from beverage sales benefit a different charity each month. Admission and parking are free and friendly dogs on leashes are always welcome. Hyde Park Village 742 S Village Circle Tampa, FL www.hydeparkvillage.net |
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27 @ 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM ROAD TO ULTIMATE BAND COMPETITION WEEK 3 SEMI-FINALS CALLING ALL BANDS, SINGERS & MUSICIANS! The RITZ Ybor is hosting their 2nd Annual Quest for the ULTIMATE Opening Act where one band / singer / musicians will take home the Grand Prize: - the opportunity to open for an upcoming national touring act at The RITZ Ybor - studio recording time courtesy of Atomic Audio, Inc. - a paid gig at the Fall Square One event (1,500 attendees) - $500.00 cash - and much much more! ULTIMATE Semi-Finals Dates (five different bands / singers / musicians compete for a spot at the Finals): - Wednesday, July 13, 2011 - Wednesday, July 20, 2011 - Wednesday, July 27, 2011 - Wednesday, August 3, 2011 ULTIMATE Finals (winning bands / singers / musicians from Semi-Finals compete for the Grand Prize): - Friday, August 19, 2011 To sign-up, please e-mail bands@theritzybor.com OR visit www.ritzybor.com/ultimate2011.html ULTIMATE: Semi-Finals Week 4 7pm to 11pm $5.00 Admission at the door Open to ALL AGES! The RItz Ybor 1503 E 7th Avenue Tampa, FL 813.251.0500 |
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29 @ 9:00 PM 8MINUTEMOVIES Come out to screen selections from aspiring local filmmakers in this 44 seat boutique theater, as they take on the subject of Pride in 8-minute features on Friday, July 29th. 8MinuteMovies is a monthly event hosted by L Train to develop a creative and innovative film showcase in the Tampa Bay area. Viewers will have a chance to vote on the films and a panel of 3 judges will select one film to be featured in the 2011 Tampa International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival. The L Train 900 Central Avenue Suite 25B St. Petersburg, FL 813.995.5063 www.theltrain.com |
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9:00 AM to 1:00 PM YBOR CITY SATURDAY MARKET At Ybor City Saturday Market, you'll be sure to find Great Produce at Great Prices, gourmet foods & sauces, fresh baked breads, prepared foods, orchids, herbs & plants, pet treats, honey, fine cigars, unique gifts, photography, artwork, jewelry, woodworking, bath and body products, candles, and so much more!! Centennial Park in Historic Ybor City 8th Avenue and 19th Street Tampa, Florida Free Parking & Admission - Pets Welcome www.ybormarket.com |
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30 @ 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM KREWE OF PANDORA'S 11TH ANNUAL MARGARITA FEST Come join us for an evening of "Key West Cool" fun with dinner and dancing all while raising money for the Humane Society of Tampa Bay and other local charities. The evening will feature a Caribbean-style buffet, Margarita fountain, live and silent auctions highlighting several exciting vacation packages, stunning jewelry, as well as fabulous smaller treasures, and some cute and cuddly pets from the Humane Society of Tampa Bay. Florida dress casual (no shorts please). Tickets are $75 in advance and $100 at the door. For more information kreweofpandora@aol.com or call 813.335.3796. Wyndham Tampa Westshore 700 N Westshore Boulevard Tampa, Florida |
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30 @ 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM KEN WALTERS' 14TH ANNUAL CELEBRATE SINATRA Passed hors d’oeuvres by Bernini Innovative Italian Cuisine $50 per person through midnight on July 26th $60 per person after July 26th and at the door $400 per reserved table of four $600 per reserved table of six $3,000 private balcony for 20 ($90 per person for 50) Text SINATRA to 333222 For A Chance To Win Tickets! Cigar bar and valet parking Black tie optional The Ritz Ybor 1503 E 7th Avenue Tampa, FL 813.251.0500 www.kenwalters.com |
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30 & 31 EXOTIC BIRD FAIR & SHOW Florida State Fairgrounds 4800 US Hwy. 301 North Tampa, FL 813.677.6925 www.floridastatefair.com |
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31 @ 3:00 PM TAMPA THEATRE SUMMER CLASSICS PRESENTS THE AFRICAN QUEEN Katharine Hepburn, Humphrey Bogart Set in Africa in the early days of WWI, this tale follows hard-drinking boat captain Charlie Allnut (Humphrey Bogart) and missionary Rose Sayer (Katharine Hepburn) as they contrive to turn their battered vehicle 'The African Queen' into a torpedo boat to sink a German vessel. As they wind their way downriver they face crocodiles, leeches, Germans, rapids and a growing fondness for one another. Directed by John Huston. 1951/1:45/adventure TICKETS & CONTACT: Regular feature tickets are $9 (all ages). Tickets for the special PETER PAN silent film are $12 (adults) and $10 for kids 2 - 12, Seniors, Military, Tampa Theatre Members. For directions and other theatre info, call the 24-hour info line at 813-274-8981 or visit www.tampatheatre.org. PRE-SHOW THEATRE MINI TOURS: The movies start at 3pm, but theatre opens at 2pm when moviegoers can join a Tampa Theatreologist for a short jaunt around theatre. These volunteers have earned a degree in all things Tampa Theatre – history, architecture, quirky details, funny stories, etc. At about 2:40, the Tampa’s magnificently resorted 1,400-pipe Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Organ roars to life, ascending from beneath the stage. Volunteers with the Central Florida Theatre Organ Society perform popular tunes. POST FILM TALKS: Moviegoers who want to learn more and talk about what they’ve just seen may stay for Post Film Talks after selected movies. Tampa Theatre 711 N. Franklin Street Tampa, FL |
August 2011 |
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1 - 7 2011 INTERNATIONAL DRAGON BOAT FEDERATION WORLD RACING CHAMPIONSHIP The 2011 World Championship is scheduled for Aug. 1-7, 2011 on the Seddon Channel in Downtown Tampa. The Seddon Channel has been used as a race course for many rowing regattas in the years past, including the prestigious University of Tampa President’s Cup. Click here to view a detailed map of the Seddon Channel. The Tampa Bay Dragon Boat Institute has been running an annual dragon boat race in Downtown Tampa since 2004. They have created one of the most successful dragon boat cities in North America in just a few short years. All proceeds from the annual event are donated to two charities – The Florida Aquarium and FACTors Breast Cancer Patient Support Program at Moffitt. For more information on the 2011 IDBF World Dragon Boat Racing Championship, visit http://tampa2011.idbfworldchamps.com. For information about the Tampa Bay Dragon Boat Institute or annual dragon boat races, visit www.tampabaydragonboats.com. Seddon Channel Downtown Tampa, FL Free Event 813.223.3700 |
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3 @ 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM ROAD TO ULTIMATE BAND COMPETITION WEEK 4 SEMI-FINALS CALLING ALL BANDS, SINGERS & MUSICIANS! The RITZ Ybor is hosting their 2nd Annual Quest for the ULTIMATE Opening Act where one band / singer / musicians will take home the Grand Prize: - the opportunity to open for an upcoming national touring act at The RITZ Ybor - studio recording time courtesy of Atomic Audio, Inc. - a paid gig at the Fall Square One event (1,500 attendees) - $500.00 cash - and much much more! ULTIMATE Semi-Finals Dates (five different bands / singers / musicians compete for a spot at the Finals): - Wednesday, July 13, 2011 - Wednesday, July 20, 2011 - Wednesday, July 27, 2011 - Wednesday, August 3, 2011 ULTIMATE Finals (winning bands / singers / musicians from Semi-Finals compete for the Grand Prize): - Friday, August 19, 2011 To sign-up, please e-mail bands@theritzybor.com OR visit www.ritzybor.com/ultimate2011.html ULTIMATE: Semi-Finals Week 4 7pm to 11pm $5.00 Admission at the door Open to ALL AGES! The RItz Ybor 1503 E 7th Avenue Tampa, FL 813.251.0500 $5.00 |
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4 @ 6:30 PM
to 9:30 PM ROCK THE PARK FREE CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS AUTO!AUTOMATIC!!, REALITY BAND AND JOHN GOLD Rock the Park is held at Tampa's New Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. The free monthly music series showcases Tampa's musical talents of all genres. Click the links below to find out more about this show's talented performers. AUTO!AUTOMATIC!! http://www.facebook.com/autoautomatic REALITY BAND http://www.myspace.com/realityband JOHN GOLD http://www.facebook.com/Johngoldflorida Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park 600 N Ashley Drive Tampa, FL Free Event |
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5 @ 7:30 PM HILLSONG UNITED After becoming the first Christian artist to sell out Staples Center in Los Angeles, logging sold out events at major venues coast-to-coast this winter/spring and subsequently gathering Pollstar Magazine’s April 11 “Hotstar” cover feature, modern worship band Hillsong UNITED returns to North America this summer to pick up where they left off. The band will perform at the St. Pete Times Forum on Friday, August 5 at 7:30 p.m. Singing the favorites that have helped sell over 11 million albums, the band will also play songs from AFTERMATH, Hillsong UNITED’s acclaimed 2011 release that topped retail sales charts internationally, hit No. 17 on the Billboard Top 200 and continues to be its fastest selling album ever. While on tour, and in response to nationwide food bank deficits, Hillsong UNITED is partnering with local churches and agencies to again facilitate an I-HEART: This Means Love Food Drive in each city they visit. “Yes, the world is a mess but the Good News is that it can get better; all it takes is a little more love and unity,” says Hillsong UNITED’s Jad Gillies, as he urges people attending the tour to bring to the event non-perishable food to help meet the needs of their neighbors. Over 7,000 family meals were collected for those that need them most during the Feb/March US leg of the tour. Born out of the Youth Movement of Australia’s Hillsong Church, and fronted by worship leaders Joel Houston, Jad Gillies and Jonathon “JD” Douglass, the UNITED team is also an evolving collaboration of pastors, worship leaders, musicians and songwriters - all intentional about giving voice to a generation passionate about God. Having led worship in churches, stadiums and open fields in Australia, Asia, Africa, Europe and the Americas, Hillsong UNITED’s AFTERMATH is the first new album from the band in over two years. The recording sparked the band’s biggest radio hit to date, “Search My Heart,” and offers an unabashedly creative collection of new songs that celebrates the One who saves, redeems and is the true representation of Hope in a world where hopelessness abounds. St. Pete Times Forum 401 Channelside Drive Tampa, FL 813.301.6500 $25.00, $32.00, $40.00 |
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9:00 AM to 1:00 PM YBOR CITY SATURDAY MARKET At Ybor City Saturday Market, you'll be sure to find Great Produce at Great Prices, gourmet foods & sauces, fresh baked breads, prepared foods, orchids, herbs & plants, pet treats, honey, fine cigars, unique gifts, photography, artwork, jewelry, woodworking, bath and body products, candles, and so much more!! Centennial Park in Historic Ybor City 8th Avenue and 19th Street Tampa, Florida Free Parking & Admission - Pets Welcome www.ybormarket.com |
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6 @ 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM ART ON 19 ST. A FREE MONTHLY DAYTIME EVENT IN YBOR CITY The first Saturday of the month Dan Balk and Arnold Martinez will be opening their studios to the public for a rare engagement. Both artists will be in their studio/gallery to discuss art, their work, and demonstrate their creative process. Fine art and Craft produced by local artisans will be on display and for sale at The Singing Stone Gallery, Arnold Martinez Gallery, Tre Amici @ The Bunker, The Ybor City Museum Store and The Ybor City Museum State Park. All galleries and studios are housed in restored structures from the 1900's on 19th street between 8th and 9th avenues in the "artsy metropolis" of Ybor city. Visit the 19th Street Shops for unique gifts, local art and jewelry and coffee and wine cafe. FREE parking available on 19th Street. Artists & Crafters welcome with application. Call for details. 1903 N 19th Street Tampa, Florida 813.247.2787 |
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6 @ 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM WAZOO ANNUAL LOWRY PARK ZOO BENEFIT FEATURING MORE THAN 200 BREWS FROM AROUND THE WORLD Named one of the “10 Great Beer Festivals in the Country” by USA Today, this 16th annual tropical taste explosion features 250 beers and beverages from around the world, food sampling from favorite restaurants, and live music from local artists including The Flats, Audea, and Adam Randall and the French Ghost. Beat the heat with the Blue Moon® “Beastly Beverage Club” (VIP-level ticket) in the Zoo’s the Safari Lodge -- the only air-conditioned space at WaZoo -- with early entry at 6:45 p.m. Tickets available now online at LowryParkZoo.com, by phone 813-935-8552 ext. 276 starting July 16, or at the door the night of the event. Tickets start at $50 for “early bird” general admission and $75 for “early bird” BBC. Designated driver tickets are available. Group discounts available for 20 tickets or more. The Zoo will close at 4 p.m. August 6 for set up of WaZoo, which takes place rain or shine. Animals are not on exhibit during the event. For more, visit the WaZoo web site or WaZoo Facebook page. Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo 1101 W Sligh Avenue St. Petersburg, FL 727.935.8552 $50.00 - $75.00 www.lowryparkzoo.com |
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6 & 7 SUNCOAST GUN SHOW Florida State Fairgrounds 4800 US Hwy. 301 North Tampa, FL 813.677.6925 www.floridastatefair.com |
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7 @ 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM HYDE PARK VILLAGE FRESH MARKET Hyde Park Village, in partnership with Tampa Bay Markets, Inc., will host the Hyde Park Village Fresh Market at the Fountain the first Sunday of every month, year round, rain or shine. This new Fresh Market has been modeled after the Tampa Downtown Market held on Fridays and the Seminole Heights Sunday Morning Market held every second Sunday of each month. With space for over 70 vendors, shoppers will enjoy a variety of locally produced products. What you expect to find... Agricultural Related Products like Organic, Hydroponic and Conventional Produce, Plants, Herbs and Flowers, Gourmet Take Home Foods such as Fresh Bread, Pasta, Honey and Spices. Ready to Eat Foods such as Brooklyn Style Knishs, New Orleans Style Crawfish Pies, Kettle Corn, Southern Style Foods and more. Hand Crafts such as Local Art, Handcrafted Jewelry, Accessories and more... Each month the Fresh Market will also feature Live Music, Cooking Demos and Outdoor Seating and a local Massage Therapist. Admission and parking are free to the public and friendly dogs on leashes are always welcome. Hyde Park Village 742 S Village Circle Tampa, Florida 813.251.3500 www.hydeparkvillage.net |
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7 @ 3:00 PM TAMPA THEATRE SUMMER CLASSICS PRESENTS BRINGING UP BABY Katharine Hepburn, Cary Grant Screwball comedy about a zoologist (Cary Grant) on a quest for a brontosaurus bone who collides with an heiress (Katherine Hepburn) and a leopard. Sparks ensue. Directed by Howard Hawkes. 1938/1:42/romantic comedy TICKETS & CONTACT: Regular feature tickets are $9 (all ages). Tickets for the special PETER PAN silent film are $12 (adults) and $10 for kids 2 - 12, Seniors, Military, Tampa Theatre Members. For directions and other theatre info, call the 24-hour info line at 813-274-8981 or visit www.tampatheatre.org. PRE-SHOW THEATRE MINI TOURS: The movies start at 3pm, but theatre opens at 2pm when moviegoers can join a Tampa Theatreologist for a short jaunt around theatre. These volunteers have earned a degree in all things Tampa Theatre – history, architecture, quirky details, funny stories, etc. At about 2:40, the Tampa’s magnificently resorted 1,400-pipe Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Organ roars to life, ascending from beneath the stage. Volunteers with the Central Florida Theatre Organ Society perform popular tunes. POST FILM TALKS: Moviegoers who want to learn more and talk about what they’ve just seen may stay for Post Film Talks after selected movies. Tampa Theatre 711 N. Franklin Street Tampa, FL |
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9:00 AM to 1:00 PM YBOR CITY SATURDAY MARKET At Ybor City Saturday Market, you'll be sure to find Great Produce at Great Prices, gourmet foods & sauces, fresh baked breads, prepared foods, orchids, herbs & plants, pet treats, honey, fine cigars, unique gifts, photography, artwork, jewelry, woodworking, bath and body products, candles, and so much more!! Centennial Park in Historic Ybor City 8th Avenue and 19th Street Tampa, Florida Free Parking & Admission - Pets Welcome www.ybormarket.com |
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13 @ 7:00pm
to 11:00pm SEVENTH ANNUAL VINO, JAVA & JAZZ AN EVENING OF SAMPLINGS OF WINES, SPECIALTY DISHES AND DESSERT TO BENEFIT EASTER SEALS OF TAMPA BAY This year, we are turning up the tunes and exciting your senses while you savor the flavors’ at this annual end-of-summer soiree. Enjoy an evening of samplings of wines, specialty dishes, coffee and desserts from many of Tampa’s greatest restaurants, wine distributors and coffee houses, and hear your favorite local bands! Don't miss this unique annual event! Florida Aquarium 701 Channelside Drive Tampa, FL 813.769.5923 $75.00 www.easterseals.org |
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13 & 14 GREAT TRAIN EXPO Florida State Fairgrounds 4800 US Hwy. 301 North Tampa, FL 813.677.6925 www.floridastatefair.com |
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14 @ 1:00 PM ROCK SCHOOL BLOWOUT Ten bands comprised of students enrolled in Rock School classes at the Patel Conservatory will perform modern and classic rock tunes from artists such as Cream, Green Day and the Rolling Stones in this concert. Led by Rock School instructors Paul Stoddart and T.J. Glowacki, Rock School students in grade two through adult are sure to entertain with their electric guitars, drums, keyboards, electric basses and vocals. Regularly priced tickets are $8 in advance and $10 day of show and may be purchased by calling 813.229.STAR (7827) or 800.955.1045 outside Tampa Bay, in person at the Straz Center Ticket Office or online at www.strazcenter.org. More information about Patel Conservatory classes and summer camps is online at www.patelconservatory.org and by calling 813.222.1002. More information about Patel Conservatory classes, offered in dance, music and theater for all ages and abilities, is available online at www.patelconservatory.org and by calling 813.222.1002. The Straz Center for the Performing Arts 1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place Tampa, FL 813.229.7827 |
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14 @ 3:00 PM TAMPA THEATRE SUMMER CLASSICS PRESENTS THE DAY THE EARTH STOOD STILL Michael Rennie, Patricia Neal, Hugh Marlowe Klaatu the alien and his massive robot Gort land on Earth at the height of the Cold War with a cautionary message for the human race: learn to live peacefully or face extermination as a warning to other planets. Patricia Neal co-stars as a young mother who assists the strange visitors. Directed by Robert Wise. 1951/1:32/sci-fi TICKETS & CONTACT: Regular feature tickets are $9 (all ages). Tickets for the special PETER PAN silent film are $12 (adults) and $10 for kids 2 - 12, Seniors, Military, Tampa Theatre Members. For directions and other theatre info, call the 24-hour info line at 813-274-8981 or visit www.tampatheatre.org. PRE-SHOW THEATRE MINI TOURS: The movies start at 3pm, but theatre opens at 2pm when moviegoers can join a Tampa Theatreologist for a short jaunt around theatre. These volunteers have earned a degree in all things Tampa Theatre – history, architecture, quirky details, funny stories, etc. At about 2:40, the Tampa’s magnificently resorted 1,400-pipe Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Organ roars to life, ascending from beneath the stage. Volunteers with the Central Florida Theatre Organ Society perform popular tunes. POST FILM TALKS: Moviegoers who want to learn more and talk about what they’ve just seen may stay for Post Film Talks after selected movies. Tampa Theatre 711 N. Franklin Street Tampa, FL |
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17 @ 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM PAUSE FOR PETS
Humane Society of Tampa Bay 3607 N Armenia Avenue Tampa, FL 813.876.4150 www.humanesocietytampa.org |
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18 @ 5:30 PM TECH JAM: A DECADE OF ROCK The TBTF Foundation is excited to announce the 10th Annual Tech Jam Presented by Verizon on Thursday, August 18th at The Ritz Ybor. To celebrate a Decade of Rock, Tech Jam will once again rock out with the Battle of the Bands! So it's time to get the band back together and submit your application. Anyone can put a band together and apply but at least one band member must belong to a TBTF member company. So get your demo together and apply at: http://www.tbtf.org/?BattleoftheBands by July 7. The top bands will be selected to perform live at Tech Jam and battle it out for the ultimate bragging rights. Proceeds from this event help to fund numerous programs supported by the TBTF Foundation, a 501(C)3 nonprofit organization. Tech Jam is the largest fund raising effort for the Foundation and we need your support! Last year, we raised over $55,000 at this event alone. Join over 800 techies, business professionals, and executives at Tech Jam for an evening of great food, cocktails, an incredible silent auction, unlimited networking, and the Battle of the Bands competition, and much more! Register today for this rockin' event and help us celebrate 10 fantastic years of raising money for the next generation of technology leaders. General Admission passes are $50.00. VIP Party passes are $95 and includes general admission. Check out the cool stuff VIPs will receive by clicking on the dedicated tab at the top. Get a Rockstar Package for $600 and bring your colleagues, customers and friends. Includes 4 VIP Party passes (includes general admission) and logo recognition at the event. The TBTF Foundation is also in need of volunteers to help plan the big event. We especially need people interested in serving on the Silent Auction Committee. Whether you have a little or a lot of time to give, we need your help rounding up donations from local vendors for the auction. To volunteer, please contact Kimberly Wander at kwander@tbtf.org. We also need donations for the Silent Auction. If you or your company has items to donate please let us know. We are seeking vacation packages, hotel stays, restaurant and retail gift cards, sporting tickets, spa packages, the latest gadgets and much more. To make a donation to the Silent Auction, please visit http://www.tbtf.org/?TJAuctionForm. The RItz Ybor 1503 E 7th Avenue Tampa, FL 813.251.0500 |
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19 @ 7:00 PM THE ULTIMATE CONCERT FEATURING MIGHTY MONGO & THE WINNTERS OF ULTIMATE SEMI-FINALS CALLING ALL BANDS, SINGERS & MUSICIANS! The RITZ Ybor is hosting their 2nd Annual Quest for the ULTIMATE Opening Act where one band / singer / musicians will take home the Grand Prize: - the opportunity to open for an upcoming national touring act at The RITZ Ybor - studio recording time courtesy of Atomic Audio, Inc. - a paid gig at the Fall Square One event (1,500 attendees) - $500.00 cash - and much much more! ULTIMATE Semi-Finals Dates (five different bands / singers / musicians compete for a spot at the Finals): - Wednesday, July 13, 2011 - Wednesday, July 20, 2011 - Wednesday, July 27, 2011 - Wednesday, August 3, 2011 ULTIMATE Finals (winning bands / singers / musicians from Semi-Finals compete for the Grand Prize): - Friday, August 19, 2011 To sign-up, please e-mail bands@theritzybor.com OR visit www.ritzybor.com/ultimate2011.html The ULTIMATE Concert: Quest for the Ultimate Opening Act FINALS 7pm to 11pm $5.00 Admission at the door Open to ALL AGES! The RItz Ybor 1503 E 7th Avenue Tampa, FL 813.251.0500 $5.00 |
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19 - September 2 DINE TAMPA BAY RESTAURANT WEEK 2011 DINE Tampa Bay Restaurant Week is a two-week dining event that gives local foodies and visitors to Tampa Bay the opportunity to enjoy a selection of specially priced three-course meals from some of the Tampa Bay area’s finest restaurants during the event. Presented by Tampa Bay & Company and the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association, DINE Tampa Bay has been designed to stimulate business and introduce new customers to restaurants located throughout the Tampa Bay area. Local foodies and visitors from all over will have the opportunity to dine at our award-winning restaurants of downtown Tampa, the gourmet gems on the beaches, the beautiful Westshore District, and off the beaten path restaurants just to name a few! Participating restaurants will present a specially priced three-course meal for dinner. Diners choose from each restaurant’s menu choices for each course including appetizer, entrée and dessert. Prices vary by restaurant ($25, $35 or $45) and exclude beverages, tax and gratuity. This year's participating restaurants: 400 Beach Seafood & Tap House; AQUA Bar & Grille, Bella's Italian Café; Blue Water Grill; Boizao Steakhouse; Fleming's Prime Steakhouse; Jackson's Bistro, Bar & Sushi; Mystic Fish; Oystercatchers; Palm Restaurant Tampa; Parkshore Grill; Pelagia Trattoria; Roy's Hawaiian Fusion; Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar; Texas De Brazil; The Capital Grille; The Hangar Restaurant & Flight Lounge; The Melting Pot of Oldsmar, St. Petersburg and Tampa; and Yacht Starship. For more information on this year's restaurants, click here. www.dinetampabay.com |
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9:00 AM to 1:00 PM YBOR CITY SATURDAY MARKET At Ybor City Saturday Market, you'll be sure to find Great Produce at Great Prices, gourmet foods & sauces, fresh baked breads, prepared foods, orchids, herbs & plants, pet treats, honey, fine cigars, unique gifts, photography, artwork, jewelry, woodworking, bath and body products, candles, and so much more!! Centennial Park in Historic Ybor City 8th Avenue and 19th Street Tampa, Florida Free Parking & Admission - Pets Welcome www.ybormarket.com |
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20 @ 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM LIVE ArtS Support your LOCAL artists and shops on the THIRD Saturday of EVERY month. Come check out some of your favorite local artists making magic happen right on the streets of downtown St Pete. On the 600 Block of Central Ave, from 10ish-6ish, some of St Pete's finest Creatives will be bringing their imagination to life, right in front of your eyes. Shops and Galleries on the block will be open, as always, to fulfill your need for uniq...ue items. Art, crafty hand-made and locally produced items, vintage ware, mens and womens clothing and accessories are just a few of the great things offered on this block. So come down, pop in your favorite stores, say hi to your local shop girls and guys, pick the brains of your favorite local artists, and hang out for some really great music! The 600 Block of Central Avenue Downtown Saint Petersburg, FL |
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21 @ 3:00 PM TAMPA THEATRE SUMMER CLASSICS PRESENTS THE RED SHOES Moira Shearer, Anton Walbrook, Marius Goring In this sumptuous Technicolor classic, a young ballerina (Moira Shearer) must chose between her love for a composer and her career with a prestigious ballet company. Loosely inspired by the Hans Christenson Anderson fable, the film features haunting, surrealist-inspired dance sequences and has been cited by Brian De Palma and Martin Scorcese as an influence. Directed by Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger. 1948/2:13/omantic drama POST FILM TALK WITH MICHAEL FOLEY Michael Foley (Assistant Professor Modern / Dance History, USF) will speak after THE RED SHOES (8/21). A master teacher and choreographer, he has taught workshops and master classes at universities, academic institutions and private studios throughout the United States, Italy, France, The Netherlands, Germany, Sweden, Ireland, Northern Ireland, Mexico, Panama and Cuba. TICKETS & CONTACT: Regular feature tickets are $9 (all ages). Tickets for the special PETER PAN silent film are $12 (adults) and $10 for kids 2 - 12, Seniors, Military, Tampa Theatre Members. For directions and other theatre info, call the 24-hour info line at 813-274-8981 or visit www.tampatheatre.org. PRE-SHOW THEATRE MINI TOURS: The movies start at 3pm, but theatre opens at 2pm when moviegoers can join a Tampa Theatreologist for a short jaunt around theatre. These volunteers have earned a degree in all things Tampa Theatre – history, architecture, quirky details, funny stories, etc. At about 2:40, the Tampa’s magnificently resorted 1,400-pipe Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Organ roars to life, ascending from beneath the stage. Volunteers with the Central Florida Theatre Organ Society perform popular tunes. POST FILM TALKS: Moviegoers who want to learn more and talk about what they’ve just seen may stay for Post Film Talks after selected movies. Tampa Theatre 711 N. Franklin Street Tampa, FL |
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24 @ 6:00 PM 20TH GOURMET FEASTIVAL BENEFITING THE CENTRE The Centre’s Annual Gourmet Feastival is right around the corner. Join us August 24th at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Tampa from 6:00 to 8:30 PM for samplings from some of the best food and beverage purveyors in the greater Tampa Bay area! This event will also include live music from Tampa’s own Mo’ Gravy band and silent and live auctions. Don’t miss the 20th Gourmet Feastival! Ticket sales go to help the thousands of individuals we serve in Hillsborough County each year through our programs: major home repairs for seniors, individual and family counseling, out of school programs for girls, employment services for women and substance abuse treatment programs. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities can be found on our website at www.thecentre.org. Bon appetit! The Centre (formerly known as The Centre for Women) is a nonprofit organization that serves over 3,000 women, girls, families and seniors each year with programs such as individual and family counseling, employment preparation and substance abuse treatment for women, after-school and summer programs for girls, and home repairs and rehabs for low-income seniors. The Centre is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, now known simply as The Joint Commission, and has served over 60,000 people in our community since its founding in 1977. Hyatt Regency Downtown Tampa 211 N Tampa Street Tampa, FL 813.251.8437 |
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27 @ 7:00 AM ZOO RUN RUN Join Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo for the ninth annual Zoo Run Run, a 5K run that winds through the Zoo and along the scenic Hillsborough River. Children can enter a special "Fun Run" which follows the 5K. Registration cost includes admission to the Zoo for the day for the entrant only. All Early Bird registrants are guaranteed a tee-shirt; others available while supplies last. Visit the Zoo’s website to download a registration form, and sign up early. Check-in 7 a.m., Race starts 8 a.m., Fun Run 9:15 a.m. Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo 1101 W Sligh Avenue St. Petersburg, FL 727.935.8552 www.lowryparkzoo.com |
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9:00 AM to 1:00 PM YBOR CITY SATURDAY MARKET At Ybor City Saturday Market, you'll be sure to find Great Produce at Great Prices, gourmet foods & sauces, fresh baked breads, prepared foods, orchids, herbs & plants, pet treats, honey, fine cigars, unique gifts, photography, artwork, jewelry, woodworking, bath and body products, candles, and so much more!! Centennial Park in Historic Ybor City 8th Avenue and 19th Street Tampa, Florida Free Parking & Admission - Pets Welcome www.ybormarket.com |
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27 @ 10:00 AM & 5:00pm ST. PETE MUSCLE CLASSIC Professional Bodybuilder IFBB Pro Mark Antonek, along with The Padgett Medical Center, presents to you an NPC Amateur Competition called The St. Pete Muscle Classic. This competition includes several competitive categories: Mens Bodybuilding, Womens Bodybuilding, Womens Figure, Womens Bikini, along with Masters (over 40,50) and Teen Division. There will be a morning competition, judges comparing each individual against their opponent. Morning show is at 10 am and tickets are general admission for $10. The evening show, at 5pm, will consist of competition, trophy presentation, and special guest posing by IFBB Pro's Mark Antonek and IFBB Pro Nathan Wonsley. Evening show tickets are reserved seating, $20 or $30. For additional Show information, athlete registration, or sponsor participation, see website www.spmuscleclassic.com. The Palladium Theater St. Petersburg College 253 Fifth Avenue North St. Petersburg, FL 727.822.3590 $10.00 - $30.00 |
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27 @ 5:30 PM 2011 FARA ENERGY BALL The third Annual FARA Energy Ball will be held to raise funds for research that will improve the quality and length of life for those diagnosed with Friedreich’s Ataxia and lead to treatments that eliminate its symptoms. To benefit Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA) and the University of South Florida Ataxia Research Center (USF ARC). $300 per person; $600 per couple. A La Carte Event Pavilion 4050 Dana Shores Drive Tampa, FL 813.831.5390 Event Website |
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27 @ 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM LIVE AT THE GARDENS! SUMMER MUSIC SERIES FEATURING THE GARRISON DOLES Garrison Doles is a true singer and songwriter, often telling stories as he entertains. His style ranges from a subtle folk/blues mixture combined with strong melodies to humorous and upbeat. Audiences will enjoy listening to the lyrics of his original songs. Doles has recently won major songwriting competitions in North Carolina, Texas, Florida and Massachusetts and continues to tour nationally, performing at festivals, coffeehouses and house concerts. Come early for dinner! Dinner options are BBQ Chicken with Au Gratin Potatoes and Baked Beans or Balsamic Vegetable Casserole with Au Gratin Potatoes and Baked Beans. Each selection includes a vegetable, salad, rolls, iced tea, soda or coffee, and dessert. Dinner will be served from 5:45 – 7 p.m. at the Blue Palmetto Café. Call 863.734.1222 for reservations. $20. Members receive a 10% discount. Limited seating. Indoor concert. Advance ticket purchase recommended. Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Boulevard Lake Wales, FL 863.676.1408 www.boktowergardens.org |
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27 & 28 BRUCKLER'S CRAFT FAIR Florida State Fairgrounds 4800 US Hwy. 301 North Tampa, FL 813.677.6925 www.floridastatefair.com |
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28 @ 3:00 PM TAMPA THEATRE SUMMER CLASSICS PRESENTS PETER PAN Featuring Live Musical Accompaniment with the Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Organ Get whisked away to Never Never Land with Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, Wendy & her brothers, the Lost Boys and Captain Hook. Ingeniously capturing the mysteries and adventures of childhood, Barrie's timeless play became one of the most popular films of the 1920’s. This charming film adaptation also dazzles with remarkable special effects (as impressive today as they were in 1924). Cheering, jeering, gasping and laughing out loud heartily encouraged! 1924/1:45 TICKETS & CONTACT: Regular feature tickets are $9 (all ages). Tickets for the special PETER PAN silent film are $12 (adults) and $10 for kids 2 - 12, Seniors, Military, Tampa Theatre Members. For directions and other theatre info, call the 24-hour info line at 813-274-8981 or visit www.tampatheatre.org. PRE-SHOW THEATRE MINI TOURS: The movies start at 3pm, but theatre opens at 2pm when moviegoers can join a Tampa Theatreologist for a short jaunt around theatre. These volunteers have earned a degree in all things Tampa Theatre – history, architecture, quirky details, funny stories, etc. At about 2:40, the Tampa’s magnificently resorted 1,400-pipe Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Organ roars to life, ascending from beneath the stage. Volunteers with the Central Florida Theatre Organ Society perform popular tunes. POST FILM TALKS: Moviegoers who want to learn more and talk about what they’ve just seen may stay for Post Film Talks after selected movies. Tampa Theatre 711 N. Franklin Street Tampa, FL |
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31 @ 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM LIVE MUSIC SERIES AT HYDE PARK VILLAGE CONCERT FOR THE SPRING FEATURING DE LEI'ED PARROTS Live Music Series at Hyde Park Village is a popular heritage event now in its 24th year! Concerts take place at the Fountain, May through October, on the last Wednesday of the month, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM. Proceeds from beverage sales benefit a different charity each month. Admission and parking are free and friendly dogs on leashes are always welcome. Hyde Park Village 742 S Village Circle Tampa, FL www.hydeparkvillage.net |
September 2011 |
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2 - 5 FLORIDA'S LARGEST HOME SHOW Tampa Convention Center 333 S Franklin Street Tampa, FL 813.963.6461 Website |
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9:00 AM to 1:00 PM YBOR CITY SATURDAY MARKET At Ybor City Saturday Market, you'll be sure to find Great Produce at Great Prices, gourmet foods & sauces, fresh baked breads, prepared foods, orchids, herbs & plants, pet treats, honey, fine cigars, unique gifts, photography, artwork, jewelry, woodworking, bath and body products, candles, and so much more!! Centennial Park in Historic Ybor City 8th Avenue and 19th Street Tampa, Florida Free Parking & Admission - Pets Welcome www.ybormarket.com |
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3 @ 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM ART ON 19 ST. A FREE MONTHLY DAYTIME EVENT IN YBOR CITY The first Saturday of the month Dan Balk and Arnold Martinez will be opening their studios to the public for a rare engagement. Both artists will be in their studio/gallery to discuss art, their work, and demonstrate their creative process. Fine art and Craft produced by local artisans will be on display and for sale at The Singing Stone Gallery, Arnold Martinez Gallery, Tre Amici @ The Bunker, The Ybor City Museum Store and The Ybor City Museum State Park. All galleries and studios are housed in restored structures from the 1900's on 19th street between 8th and 9th avenues in the "artsy metropolis" of Ybor city. Visit the 19th Street Shops for unique gifts, local art and jewelry and coffee and wine cafe. FREE parking available on 19th Street. Artists & Crafters welcome with application. Call for details. 1903 N 19th Street Tampa, Florida 813.247.2787 |
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4 @ 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM HYDE PARK VILLAGE FRESH MARKET Hyde Park Village, in partnership with Tampa Bay Markets, Inc., will host the Hyde Park Village Fresh Market at the Fountain the first Sunday of every month, year round, rain or shine. This new Fresh Market has been modeled after the Tampa Downtown Market held on Fridays and the Seminole Heights Sunday Morning Market held every second Sunday of each month. With space for over 70 vendors, shoppers will enjoy a variety of locally produced products. What you expect to find... Agricultural Related Products like Organic, Hydroponic and Conventional Produce, Plants, Herbs and Flowers, Gourmet Take Home Foods such as Fresh Bread, Pasta, Honey and Spices. Ready to Eat Foods such as Brooklyn Style Knishs, New Orleans Style Crawfish Pies, Kettle Corn, Southern Style Foods and more. Hand Crafts such as Local Art, Handcrafted Jewelry, Accessories and more... Each month the Fresh Market will also feature Live Music, Cooking Demos and Outdoor Seating and a local Massage Therapist. Admission and parking are free to the public and friendly dogs on leashes are always welcome. Hyde Park Village 742 S Village Circle Tampa, Florida 813.251.3500 www.hydeparkvillage.net |
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9 - 11 46TH ANNUAL TAMPA BOAT SHOW See what’s new at the Tampa Boat Show! Tampa’s largest and longest-running boat show is the best place to see and buy boats, gear and accessories! From fishing to cruising to family fun there are boats for every lifestyle, activity and budget—see everything from luxury yachts to personal watercraft displayed on land and in the water at the Tampa Convention Center. Shop booths showcasing the latest in engines, marine electronics, accessories and fishing gear, too. And there’s no better time to buy! The 3-day event is your once-a-year opportunity to compare makes and models, and gear up with the latest accessories all at one time! While you can shop till you drop anchor, beyond the boats and booths you’ll find boating fun for the whole family. Sign up for a free powerboat ride. Get tips from the area’s top fishermen at daily seminars. Check out the latest in eco-friendly boating at the Green Boating Zone. There really is something for everyone! General admission tickets: Adults: 16 years and up $10.00 Kids ages 15 and younger FREE when accompanied by an adult Your ticket includes a one-year subscription to Yachting, Motor Boating, Cruising World, Caribbean Life & Travel or Windsurfing (12 issues — $10.00 value). Box office closes one-half hour before show close. For more information, call 954.441.3220. Tampa Convention Center 333 S Franklin Street Tampa, Florida 813.274.8511 www.tampaboatshow.com |
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9:00 AM to 1:00 PM YBOR CITY SATURDAY MARKET At Ybor City Saturday Market, you'll be sure to find Great Produce at Great Prices, gourmet foods & sauces, fresh baked breads, prepared foods, orchids, herbs & plants, pet treats, honey, fine cigars, unique gifts, photography, artwork, jewelry, woodworking, bath and body products, candles, and so much more!! Centennial Park in Historic Ybor City 8th Avenue and 19th Street Tampa, Florida Free Parking & Admission - Pets Welcome www.ybormarket.com |
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10 @ 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM $5 DAY PRESENTED BY WALMART STORES INC. Visit your favorite animals at the Zoo and learn about endangered wildlife for just $5 admission per person. Free extra parking is available on $5 day only next to the Tampa Greyhound Track. Free shuttles will run continuously from that lot to the Zoo between 9 a.m.-6 p.m. From I-275, take Exit 49 to Bird Street and go one block East. Park in indicated areas. Please note: due to this special discount, Zoo rides are not included with admission on $5 Day. Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo 1101 W Sligh Avenue Tampa, FL 813.935.8552 www.lowryparkzoo.com |
| September 11 @ 6:00 PM SPECIAL OPERATIONS WARRIOR FOUNDATION RED, WHITE & BLUE SALUTE DINNER The Special Operations Warrior Foundation will hold its annual Salute to Special Operations Forces on Sunday, Sept. 11. Reception starts at 6:00 PM and dinner begins at 7:00 PM. This event honors the men and women who serve in Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps special operations units around the globe. For more information, including sponsorship opportunities, please contact Lisa Henson (lhenson@specialops.org) or Edie Rosenthal at 813.805.9400. Individual Tickets $500 Sponsorships $5,000 to $50,000 A La Carte Event Pavillion 4050 Dana Shores Drive Tampa, FL 813.805.9400 |
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9:00 AM to 1:00 PM YBOR CITY SATURDAY MARKET At Ybor City Saturday Market, you'll be sure to find Great Produce at Great Prices, gourmet foods & sauces, fresh baked breads, prepared foods, orchids, herbs & plants, pet treats, honey, fine cigars, unique gifts, photography, artwork, jewelry, woodworking, bath and body products, candles, and so much more!! Centennial Park in Historic Ybor City 8th Avenue and 19th Street Tampa, Florida Free Parking & Admission - Pets Welcome www.ybormarket.com |
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17 @ 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM LIVE ArtS Support your LOCAL artists and shops on the THIRD Saturday of EVERY month. Come check out some of your favorite local artists making magic happen right on the streets of downtown St Pete. On the 600 Block of Central Ave, from 10ish-6ish, some of St Pete's finest Creatives will be bringing their imagination to life, right in front of your eyes. Shops and Galleries on the block will be open, as always, to fulfill your need for uniq...ue items. Art, crafty hand-made and locally produced items, vintage ware, mens and womens clothing and accessories are just a few of the great things offered on this block. So come down, pop in your favorite stores, say hi to your local shop girls and guys, pick the brains of your favorite local artists, and hang out for some really great music! The 600 Block of Central Avenue Downtown St.s Petersburg, FL |
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9:00 AM to 1:00 PM YBOR CITY SATURDAY MARKET At Ybor City Saturday Market, you'll be sure to find Great Produce at Great Prices, gourmet foods & sauces, fresh baked breads, prepared foods, orchids, herbs & plants, pet treats, honey, fine cigars, unique gifts, photography, artwork, jewelry, woodworking, bath and body products, candles, and so much more!! Centennial Park in Historic Ybor City 8th Avenue and 19th Street Tampa, Florida Free Parking & Admission - Pets Welcome www.ybormarket.com |
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24 @ 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM MILITARY FAMILY FUN DAY AT QUANTUM LEAP FARM Quantum Leap Farm hosts quarterly fun days for military service members and their families. At our beautiful facility in northwest Hillsborough County, military families enjoy a fun filled day that includes lunch, pony rides for the kids, hay rides, pony painting and equine arts and crafts. Let us know if you'd like to volunteer! For more information on Operation Family Fun Days email: jamequus@aol.com. Quantum Leap Farm is a 501-(c)-3 charity located in Odessa, Florida and was founded in 2000 to serve civilian adults and veterans with mental and physical disabilities. January 19, 2011 proudly marks the 11th Anniversary of our organization. Quantum Leap Farm participants range in age from 3 to 92 years. They are diagnosed with a variety of conditions including wounds of war: traumatic brain injury, post traumatic stress disorder, and spinal cord injury, as well as neurodegenerative and vascular diseases: Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, and stroke; and developmental syndromes: muscular dystrophy, Down syndrome, autism, and cerebral palsy. We provide therapeutic and recreational horseback riding, carriage driving, equine assisted behavioral health services, and a variety of equine experiential learning programs. Additionally we offer opportunities for individuals, students, or organizations to conduct community service projects, accumulate community service hours, and host a variety of family and corporate functions. Quantum Leap Farm 10401 Woodstock Road Odessa, FL 813.920.9250 |
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24 @ 6:30 PM to 12:00 AM 42ND ANNUAL CRYSTAL BALL BLACK TIE GALA Join PARC on September 24 for their annual Crystal Ball Black Tie Gala! Event features:
Proceeds benefit the children and adults with developmental disabilities at PARC. PARC's mission is to provide opportunities for children and adults with developmental disabilities to exercise their independence and experience life to the fullest. Renaissance Vinoy Resort & Golf Club 501 5th Avenue St. Petersburg, FL 727.345.9111 www.parc-fl.org |
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24 @ 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM LIVE AT THE GARDENS! SUMMER MUSIC SERIES FEATURING THE VICTORIA DE LISSOVOY JAZZ QUINTET Victoria de Lissovoy returns for an evening of Samba jazz and bossa nova. Striking contrasts of subtle and sophisticated jazz harmonies will combine with exotic Brazilian rhythms. Be entertained by the sultry and sensuous vocals of Brazilian percussionist Terezinha Valois. Along with original tunes by Phill Fest and Victoria de Lissovoy, the quintet also will perform familiar favorites including “Like a Lover,” “Waters of March” and “Quiet Night of Quiet Stars.” Come early for dinner! Dinner options are BBQ Chicken with Au Gratin Potatoes and Baked Beans or Balsamic Vegetable Casserole with Au Gratin Potatoes and Baked Beans. Each selection includes a vegetable, salad, rolls, iced tea, soda or coffee, and dessert. Dinner will be served from 5:45 – 7 p.m. at the Blue Palmetto Café. Call 863.734.1222 for reservations. $20. Members receive a 10% discount. Limited seating. Indoor concert. Advance ticket purchase recommended. Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Boulevard Lake Wales, FL 863.676.1408 www.boktowergardens.org |
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24 - 26 FLORIDA SPORTSMAN FISHING & BOAT SHOW Florida State Fairgrounds 4800 US Hwy. 301 North Tampa, FL 813.677.6925 www.floridastatefair.com |
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28 @ 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM LIVE MUSIC SERIES AT HYDE PARK VILLAGE CONCERT FOR GASPARILLA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL FEATURING DAN MCMILLION'S HIGH OCTANE Live Music Series at Hyde Park Village is a popular heritage event now in its 24th year! Concerts take place at the Fountain, May through October, on the last Wednesday of the month, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM. Proceeds from beverage sales benefit a different charity each month. Admission and parking are free and friendly dogs on leashes are always welcome. Hyde Park Village 742 S Village Circle Tampa, FL www.hydeparkvillage.net |
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30 @ 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM CITY: FASHION + ART + CULTURE CITY: Fashion+Art+Culture is a unique fashion event at the Tampa Museum of Art with live runway by Neiman Marcus, specialty cocktails, DJs and fabulous food. Proceeds from CITY help support the Museum’s educational programs. VIP 7–11p, General Admission 8–11p VIP Admission $200 General Admission $100 General Admission includes: Live runway by Neiman Marcus Specialty cocktails, beer, wine and champagne Hors d'oeuvres and desserts from local eateries Valet parking Admission to the galleries at the Tampa Museum of Art VIP Admission includes all benefits of General Admission, plus VIP cocktail hour, reserved runway seating, priority access at the bars and registration and exclusive behind the scenes access to the fashions after the live runway. Tampa Museum of Art 120 W Gasparilla Plaza Tampa, FL 813.274.8130 www.cityfashionevent.org |
October 2011 |
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1 @ 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM ART ON 19 ST. A FREE MONTHLY DAYTIME EVENT IN YBOR CITY The first Saturday of the month Dan Balk and Arnold Martinez will be opening their studios to the public for a rare engagement. Both artists will be in their studio/gallery to discuss art, their work, and demonstrate their creative process. Fine art and Craft produced by local artisans will be on display and for sale at The Singing Stone Gallery, Arnold Martinez Gallery, Tre Amici @ The Bunker, The Ybor City Museum Store and The Ybor City Museum State Park. All galleries and studios are housed in restored structures from the 1900's on 19th street between 8th and 9th avenues in the "artsy metropolis" of Ybor city. Visit the 19th Street Shops for unique gifts, local art and jewelry and coffee and wine cafe. FREE parking available on 19th Street 1903 N 19th Street Tampa, Florida 813.247.2787 |
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1 @ 7:30 PM THE GREAT GATSBY PARTY Whisper the password to enter the secret world of a speakeasy. Enjoy live music, games of chance, fabulous food, an open bar and your photo taken with a vintage Rolls. Expect a raid, at the most dangerous evening of the year...1920's clothing encouraged, but not required. The Great Gatsby Party will be held in Fletcher Lounge, The University of Tampa. This will be a legendary party, just like Jay Gatsby’s parties in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel, The Great Gatsby. Instead of a Long Island home, this unique evening will take place in the fashionable Tampa Bay Hotel dining room. The roaring twenties will come to life as gangsters demand the password to enter through the custom designed doors to the merrymaking. Fabulous music will set the tone for dancing and entertainment. Black Jack and Roulette are offered for those who feel lucky. Recreated menus from the 1920’s Tampa Bay Hotel will indulge even the most gourmet palette. And don’t miss the Prohibition Punch! Henry B. Plant Museum 401 W Kennedy Boulevard Tampa, Florida 813.254.1891 www.plantmuseum.com |
| October 1 & 2 @ 2:00 PM to 3:00 AM MAC'TOBERFEST “Sie sind herzlich eingeladen” 2nd Annual MaC'Toberfest at MacDinton's Irish Pub Enjoy German Beer, food, music, and games! $10 Open Beer bar from 4pm-6pm First 100 paid guests receive souvenir mug Specials from 6pm - Close $5 Jagermeister $6 Jager Bombs $6 Oktoberfest Beers MacDinton's Irish Pub & Restaurant 405 S Howard Avenue Tampa, FL 813.251.8999 |
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2 @ 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM HYDE PARK VILLAGE FRESH MARKET Hyde Park Village, in partnership with Tampa Bay Markets, Inc., will host the Hyde Park Village Fresh Market at the Fountain the first Sunday of every month, year round, rain or shine. This new Fresh Market has been modeled after the Tampa Downtown Market held on Fridays and the Seminole Heights Sunday Morning Market held every second Sunday of each month. With space for over 70 vendors, shoppers will enjoy a variety of locally produced products. What you expect to find... Agricultural Related Products like Organic, Hydroponic and Conventional Produce, Plants, Herbs and Flowers, Gourmet Take Home Foods such as Fresh Bread, Pasta, Honey and Spices. Ready to Eat Foods such as Brooklyn Style Knishs, New Orleans Style Crawfish Pies, Kettle Corn, Southern Style Foods and more. Hand Crafts such as Local Art, Handcrafted Jewelry, Accessories and more... Each month the Fresh Market will also feature Live Music, Cooking Demos and Outdoor Seating and a local Massage Therapist. Admission and parking are free to the public and friendly dogs on leashes are always welcome. Hyde Park Village 742 S Village Circle Tampa, Florida 813.251.3500 www.hydeparkvillage.net |
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6 - 16 2011 TAMPA INTERNATIONAL GAY & LESBIAN FILM FESTIVAL Friends of the Festival, Inc. (FOF) is the name of non-profit (501c3) organization that produces the Tampa International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, which began in 1990 through the outreach of several local community based organizations. The first Film Festival was created as a fundraiser under the name Pride Film Festival, followed by Suncoast Film Festival. Then in the late 1990’s became known as the Tampa International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival (TIGLFF). When Friends of the Festival, Inc. was formed as a legal 501(c)3 non-profit organization it assumed TIGLFF as its DBA name. In 2005 FOF began expanding content to include a year-round Film Series with Screenings now on both sides of the bay. And in 2007 Outreach programming was added, which allows us to screen free film content around the metro area to reach the more under-served groups within our community. Our Mission: To Showcase a selection of compelling film and video by, for or about the GLBT community that entertains, enlightens and celebrates the Festival audience. Friends of the Festival, Inc. 3150 5th Ave N Ste 325 St. Petersburg, FL 727.828.0735 www.tiglff.com |
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7 @ 7:30 PM DEEPAK CHOPRA HEALING, TRANSFORMATION AND HIGHER CONSCIOUSNESS Deepak Chopra, author of more than 55 books translated into more than 35 languages, including numerous New York Times bestsellers in both the fiction and nonfiction categories, is heralded by Time magazine as one of the top 100 heroes and icons of the century and credits him as “the poet-prophet of alternative medicine.” Are we in the midst of a major paradigm shift in science? Is there an ultimate reality? Does consciousness conceive, govern, construct and become the physical universe? Is the universe becoming self aware in the human nervous system? How does our understanding of consciousness also enhance our capacity for total well being? Deepak Chopra will address these and other questions as well as practical ways to experience higher consciousness, transformation and healing. David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts 1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place Tampa, Florida 813.229.7827 $34.50+ |
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8 @ TBA RED BULL FLUGTAG TAMPA BAY On October 8th the outrageous human-powered flying competition known as Red Bull Flugtag will once again soar over the West Coast…of Florida with a return to Tampa Bay. While Red Bull Flugtag’s 2008 stop in Tampa saw its share of Baywatch lifeguards, cartoon characters and various footwear, it’s up to the creative public to produce a new set of airborne heroes. Flugtag, which means “flying day” in German, is the only competition where the creative, brave and often slightly crazy get to pilot homemade flying machines off the end of a 30-foot ramp and into the great wide open – or, as is ultimately the case, the great wide waters below. Approximately 40 teams of up to five members each will get the chance to prove their chops, shake their feathers and test their engine-free inventions at The Tampa Convention Center. But time’s –a- flyin’ so sharpen your pencils and get the creative juices flowing! All brave souls must apply online at www.redbullflugtagusa.com by July 8, 2011 for consideration in this high flying affair. Teams will be judged on three criteria: distance, creativity and showmanship. Distance is measured in flying feet - how far can your craft soar? Creativity, on the other hand, ensures an extraordinary flying day, so save your plane-jane replicas for next year’s science project and shift imagination into overdrive. We’re looking for the unusual, the head-turning…even the slightly shocking! Finally, showmanship requires that each team spend one minute on the flight deck strutting their stuff before launching their craft. So think big, get sketching and show us what you’ve got! Since the first Red Bull Flugtag took place in Vienna, Austria, in 1991, more than 80 Flugtags have been held around the globe, attracting up to 300,000 spectators for a single event. Each team will glide, splash or crash into the Seddon Channel at some point and as of last year there’s a new distance goal to work towards. The record for the farthest flight-to-date was set at Red Bull Flugtag Twin Cities in 2010 and stands at 207 feet. While the sky may be the limit on creativity, there are still a few flight regulations. First off, all flying machines must be entirely human-powered (no external energy sources or stored power, so forget about the slingshots, catapults or anything besides your own burliness.) Second, no matter what they say, size does matter – all crafts must be less than 30 feet wide and must weigh no more than 450lbs (including the pilot). Although originality is key and daredevils are welcome, there are a few rules. All flying machines must be entirely human-powered (no external energy sources or stored power so forget about the slingshots, catapults or anything besides your own brawn). Second, all crafts must be less than 30 feet wide. And finally, no matter what they say, size does matter – all crafts must weigh less than 450 lbs (including the pilot.) To compete in this year's Flutag event, download the Red Bull Flutag Entry Form. Tampa Convention Center 333 S Franklin Street Tampa, FL 813.876.4150 www.redbullflugtagusa.com |
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8 @ 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM 1ST ANNUAL MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL OF FLORIDA Celebrating Rich Culture, Arts & Crafts, LIVE Cultural Performances, Delicious Foods and UNITY! A FREE COMMUNITY festival & expo celebrating the richness of Florida’s Multicultural communities! Dozens of Performances, over 200 Food, Cultural & Business Exhibitors, Art Exhibits, Workshops, Worship Sessions, Seminars, Cigar Lounge and MORE! There will be a VIP Taste of Diversity: featuring the tastes and aromas of the different cultures! (Tickets required for this area) Multicultural Business Expo: Tampa Bay’s multicultural and minority business community are invited to exhibit their business. Guests are encouraged to attend and participate in our multicultural workshops and seminars. Great Kidz ZONE with Clowns, Jumpers, face painting, puppet shows and MORE! Multicultural Musical performances include: Asian Dance, Middle Eastern performances, tropical music, Calypso, Soca, Reggae, Steel Pan Bands, exciting cultural dance lessons and performances, a multicultural costume parade and so much MORE! Florida State Fairgrounds 4800 US Hwy. 301 North Tampa, FL 813.677.6925 www.floridastatefair.com |
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8 @ 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM BREWS BY THE BAY - OKTOBERFEST Information on this annual exciting event at the Florida Aquarium to be announced! Florida Aquarium 701 Channelside Drive Tampa, FL 813.273.4030 Call for Ticket Prices www.flaquarium.org |
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13 - 16 CLEARWATER JAZZ HOLIDAY 4 DAYS & NIGHTS OF FREE JAZZ What started as a 10-day series of jazz concerts held on the back of a flatbed truck and at venues all around the City of Clearwater, has evolved into a major international jazz festival and draw for tens of thousands of visitors. Now in its 31st year, the Clearwater Jazz Holiday is a world-class gathering of the some of the greatest talents and greatest fans of jazz. The event takes full advantage of its home in Clearwater, Florida, offering music and art against the backdrop of warm breezes, brilliant sunsets and one of the world's greatest beaches, on the Gulf of Mexico. Over its 31-year history, the Clearwater Jazz Holiday has featured such legendary talents as Tony Bennett, Woody Herman, Buddy Rich, Dizzy Gillespie, Herbie Mann, Dave Brubeck, Tito Puente, Stephan Grappelli, Stan Getz, and the Count Basie Orchestra, to name only a few. Today's most popular and innovative jazz stars have also made stops in Clearwater, including Bela Fleck and the Flecktones, Al Dimeola, Kevin Mahogany, Hiroshima, Julian Coryell, the Rippingtons, Spyro Gyra, Acoustic Alchemy, Herbie Hancock, Paquito D'Rivera with New York Voices, Rick Braun, The Neville Brothers, Branford Marsalis, Stanley Clarke - Bela Fleck - Jean-Luc Ponty, Koko Taylor , Boney James, Kenny G, Manhattan Transfer, Buckwheat Zydeco, George Benson, Joe Sample, David Sanborn, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Patti Austin, Natalie Cole, Medeski Martin & Wood, Peabo Bryson, Norman Brown, Jeff Lorber, Marion Meadows, Al Jarreau, Chris Botti, Soulive, Dr. John and Cherry Poppin' Daddies. Various Venues Clearwater, FL 727.461.5200 Free Event www.clearwaterjazz.com |
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14 @ 8:30 AM 4TH ANNUAL PEBBLE CREEK CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT The 4th Annual Pebble Creek Charity Golf Tournament to benefit the Warrior Foundation will be held Oct. 14 in Tampa. Registration begins at 7 a.m. and there is an 8:30 a.m. shotgun start, scramble format. All entries include green fees, cart, lunch and dinner. Individual Player $150.00 Team of Four $500.00 For more information contact: Steve McLeary (stevem@specialops.org) Event Flyer and Sponsorship Form Pebble Creek Country Club 10550 Regents Park Drive Tampa, FL 813.805.9400 |
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14 & 15 WOMEN OF FAITH IMAGINE TOUR Gospel Music Association (GMA) four-time Female Vocalist of the Year Natalie Grant, three-time GRAMMY-Award winning American gospel duo Mary Mary and Henry Cloud, co-author of the million-selling book Boundaries will join a diverse group of special guests on the Women of Faith “Imagine” tour at the St. Pete Times Forum on October 14-15, 2011. The event will be held on Friday, October 14 from 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., and on Saturday, October 15 from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Nearly 10,000 women are expected to gather from Tampa and the surrounding areas for a much-needed opportunity to connect with one another and experience encouragement as a diverse array of music artists, authors, and performers take the stage in a weekend designed to offer a refreshing getaway filled with laughter and hope. As the nation’s largest live event for women, Women of Faith has drawn more than four million women to events across North America since it began in 1996.Over the course of the two-day event, thousands of women will join together for a surprisingly intimate, unexpectedly funny, deeply touching event. Renowned speakers, award-winning musical artists, bestselling authors, drama and more combine for a hope-filled event like no other. It’s the perfect getaway weekend for you and your friends, or a special time just for you and God to share. Imagine: this could be exactly what you’ve been looking for! Dates and Times: Friday, October 14, 2011 @ 10:00 AM Friday, October 14, 2011 @ 7:00 PM Saturday, October 15, 2011 @ 9:00 AM Register on www.womenoffaith.com or by calling 888.49.FAITH. Tickets are priced at $89.00 (groups of 10 or more) and $99.00 (individuals), and include the full two-day event and a box lunch both days. St. Pete Times Forum 401 Channelside Drive Tampa, FL 813.301.6500 $25.00, $32.00, $40.00 |
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15 @ 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM 2ND ANNUAL TAMPA BAY VEG FEST The 2nd Annual Tampa Bay Veg Fest will be held in beautiful Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park in downtown Tampa in honor of World Farm Animals Day. The park is located behind the St. Pete Times Forum on the Hillsborough River. Admission is FREE! Join us for an exciting day of educational exhibits and events, including activities for children. Companion animals on leashes are welcome. The event will include healthy living and eco-friendly exhibitors, nationally-known and local speakers, non-profits, fun and games for kids, dog and cat adoptions, restaurant booths with delicious veg food, and live music and entertainment. Parking is available at a number of parking garages, lots and metered spaces. The South Regional Parking Garage is located across the street from the park. This website will be continually updated as additional sponsors, vendors, restaurants and musicians are added. Whether you are a longtime vegetarian or vegan, want to learn about delicious and healthy food alternatives, or if you are simply curious as to what it's all about, this is the event for you! Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park 601 Old Water Street Tampa, FL 727.656.8368 www.tampabayvegfest.org |
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15 @ 6:00 PM BROADWAY BALL 2011 You and your guests will be transported through the magical world of musical theater as we pay tribute to the exuberant spirit of Broadway and our electrifying season of audience favorites, stunning classics and amazing spectacles. Broadway Ball 2011 will be a wildly enjoyable evening featuring live and silent auctions, dinner on Carol Morsani Hall stage with special entertainment and post-dinner dancing. The funds raised from the Broadway Ball will help the Straz Center enrich the lives of some of Tampa Bay’s most overlooked and at-risk children and families. As the largest cultural institution in Florida, we are mission-driven to provide the broadest possible access to arts education experiences for our community. David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts 1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place Tampa, Florida 813.229.7827 Call for Ticket Prices |
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16 @ TBA "THE PRESIDENT'S OWN" UNITED STATES MARINE BAND Founded in 1798 by an Act of Congress, “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band is America’s oldest continuously active professional musical organization. Today, “The President’s Own” is celebrated for its role at the White House and its dynamic public performances. “The President’s Own” encompasses the United States Marine Band, Marine Chamber Orchestra, and Marine Chamber Ensembles, and performs regularly at the White House and for more than 500 public performances across the nation each year. For the official website, click here. David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts 1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place Tampa, Florida 813.229.7827 Free Event |
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21 - 23 FALL HOME IMPROVEMENT SHOW Information on this annual exciting event will to be announced soon! Florida State Fairgrounds 4800 US Hwy. 301 North Tampa, FL 813.677.6925 www.bighomeshow.com |
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22 & 23 52ND GEM, MINERAL AND JEWELRY SHOW The 52nd Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show will have over 40 vendors offering gems, minerals, beads, fossils, tools, lapidary material, and jewelry supplies. There will be live demonstrations throughout the show, jewelry classes, and hourly Door prize drawings. We’ll also have a silent auction, sand mine, touch table and grab bags. Our new location has plenty of FREE parking. For more information, and to print a $1 coupon off admissions, visit the website below. Expo Building Florida Strawberry Festival 2301 W. Oak Avenue Plant City, FL 813.684.2039 www.tampabayrockclub.com |
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26 @ 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM LIVE MUSIC SERIES AT HYDE PARK VILLAGE CONCERT FOR THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF TAMPA BAY FEATURING THE VODKANUTS Live Music Series at Hyde Park Village is a popular heritage event now in its 24th year! Concerts take place at the Fountain, May through October, on the last Wednesday of the month, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM. Proceeds from beverage sales benefit a different charity each month. Admission and parking are free and friendly dogs on leashes are always welcome. Hyde Park Village 742 S Village Circle Tampa, FL www.hydeparkvillage.net |
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30 3RD ANNUAL FLORIDA HALLOWEEN HALFATHON & 5K RACE Join us for a howling good time during our 3rd Annual Halloween Halfathon & 5K Race at Fort De Soto Park, located near St. Petersburg on Florida's beautiful west coast at the mouth of Tampa Bay. Create unique costumes in the spirit of this festive holiday, but ones that will not adversely affect your performance. Or simply wear mismatched uniforms. Or orange and black. Both our courses are located entirely in Ft. De Soto Park, starting and finishing adjacent to the park's North Beach, regularly recognized as one of the nation's best beaches. These races will be run on paved access roads and recreational trails. They are extremely flat courses, with no bridges, overpasses, or discernible inclines. They will be accurately measured and certified by the USATF. Both races start the same, with a 5K loop that returns athletes to the start/finish area. Post-race party begins as the 5K athletes arrive, while the Halfathoners will continue on the 10-mile out-and-back tour of Ft. De Soto Park. Finish line treats will include fresh fruit, hot pasta, cold Michelob Ultra, and live entertainment. Citing a "spectacular combination of soft white sand, calm clear water, and a laid-back atmosphere," TripAdvisory named Ft. De Soto Park America's Top Beach, based on their Popularity Index. This marks the third time in four years the pristine beach has received top honors on an annual "best-of" list. In 2005, Dr. Stephen P. Leatherman, aka "Dr. Beach," named Ft. De Soto the nation's #1 Beach. THE perfect place to race, party, and relax. Come! Join us for tricks, treats and the beach! Ft. De Soto Park 3500 Pinellas Bayway S Tierra Verde, FL 727.347.4440 www.floridahalloweenhalfathon.com |
November 2011 |
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4 @ 7:30 PM JEANNE ROBERTSON Award-winning speaker Jeanne Robertson is an expert in humor, whether regaling audiences with her experiences as a 6'2" Miss Congeniality winner in the Miss America Pageant or outlining the steps to developing a sense of humor. Jeanne is past president of the National Speakers Association and was the first woman to win NSA's top honor, the Cavett Award. A member of the Speakers Hall of Fame, Jeanne was also honored by Toastmasters International when it named her the recipient of its Golden Gavel Award, presented annually to one individual who has demonstrated outstanding skills in communication and leadership. Author of three books on humor, Jeanne has produced six DVD/CD humor programs in the last eleven years and can be heard daily on Sirius XM Radio's Laugh USA, the Family Comedy Channel. This lets millions nationwide know she speaks two languages fluently: English . . . and Southern. David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts 1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place Tampa, Florida 813.229.7827 $34.50 |
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4 - 6 JUNIOR LEAGUE OF TAMPA HOLIDAY GIFT MARKET Florida State Fairgrounds 4800 US Hwy 301 North Tampa, FL 813.621.7821 www.floridastatefair.com |
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5 @ 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM ART ON 19 ST. A FREE MONTHLY DAYTIME EVENT IN YBOR CITY The first Saturday of the month Dan Balk and Arnold Martinez will be opening their studios to the public for a rare engagement. Both artists will be in their studio/gallery to discuss art, their work, and demonstrate their creative process. Fine art and Craft produced by local artisans will be on display and for sale at The Singing Stone Gallery, Arnold Martinez Gallery, Tre Amici @ The Bunker, The Ybor City Museum Store and The Ybor City Museum State Park. All galleries and studios are housed in restored structures from the 1900's on 19th street between 8th and 9th avenues in the "artsy metropolis" of Ybor city. Visit the 19th Street Shops for unique gifts, local art and jewelry and coffee and wine cafe. FREE parking available on 19th Street 1903 N 19th Street Tampa, Florida 813.247.2787 |
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5 @ TBA PAVILION XXVI Information TBA. Tampa Museum of Art 120 W Gasparilla Plaza Tampa, FL 813.274.8130 www.tampamuseum.org |
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6 @ 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM HYDE PARK VILLAGE FRESH MARKET Hyde Park Village, in partnership with Tampa Bay Markets, Inc., will host the Hyde Park Village Fresh Market at the Fountain the first Sunday of every month, year round, rain or shine. This new Fresh Market has been modeled after the Tampa Downtown Market held on Fridays and the Seminole Heights Sunday Morning Market held every second Sunday of each month. With space for over 70 vendors, shoppers will enjoy a variety of locally produced products. What you expect to find... Agricultural Related Products like Organic, Hydroponic and Conventional Produce, Plants, Herbs and Flowers, Gourmet Take Home Foods such as Fresh Bread, Pasta, Honey and Spices. Ready to Eat Foods such as Brooklyn Style Knishs, New Orleans Style Crawfish Pies, Kettle Corn, Southern Style Foods and more. Hand Crafts such as Local Art, Handcrafted Jewelry, Accessories and more... Each month the Fresh Market will also feature Live Music, Cooking Demos and Outdoor Seating and a local Massage Therapist. Admission and parking are free to the public and friendly dogs on leashes are always welcome. Hyde Park Village 742 S Village Circle Tampa, Florida 813.251.3500 www.hydeparkvillage.net |
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17 @ TBA WAIT, WAIT... DON'T TELL ME! Wait Wait ... Don't Tell Me! is NPR's weekly hour-long quiz program. Each week on the radio you can test your knowledge against some of the best and brightest in the news and entertainment world while figuring out what's real news and what's made up. David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts 1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place Tampa, Florida 813.229.7827 Call for Ticket Prices |
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18 @ 11:00 AM 11TH ANNUAL QUANTUM LEAP FARM CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT Join your friends, whether they’re accomplished golfers or accomplished duffers, for a day of fun and golf at the 11th Annual Quantum Leap Farm Charity Golf Tournament at beautiful Feather Sound Country Club in Clearwater. The day will begin with registration at 11:00AM followed by a 12:30PM shotgun start. Prizes will be awarded for Team Low Gross Score, Team Low Net Score, Hole-In-One, Putting Contest, Men’s and Ladies’ Longest Drives and Closest to the Pin. The tournament will finish up with a delicious buffet style awards dinner featuring awards and door prizes, raffle drawings, and both live and silent auctions focusing on a wide variety of sports memorabilia. For additional information, please contact Edie Dopking at (813) 920-9250 or through email at quantumleapfarm@verizon.net. Thank you for your support! Quantum Leap Farm is a 501-(c)-3 charity located in Odessa, Florida and was founded in 2000 to serve civilian adults and veterans with mental and physical disabilities. January 19, 2011 proudly marks the 11th Anniversary of our organization. Quantum Leap Farm participants range in age from 3 to 92 years. They are diagnosed with a variety of conditions including wounds of war: traumatic brain injury, post traumatic stress disorder, and spinal cord injury, as well as neurodegenerative and vascular diseases: Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, and stroke; and developmental syndromes: muscular dystrophy, Down syndrome, autism, and cerebral palsy. We provide therapeutic and recreational horseback riding, carriage driving, equine assisted behavioral health services, and a variety of equine experiential learning programs. Additionally we offer opportunities for individuals, students, or organizations to conduct community service projects, accumulate community service hours, and host a variety of family and corporate functions. Feather Sound Country Club 2201 Feather Sound Drive Clearwater, FL 727.573.5666 |
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18 - 20 TAMPA BAY INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW Information TBA. Tampa Convention Center 333 S Franklin Street Tampa, FL 813.876.4150 Website |
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19 & 20 MADE BY HAND ART SHOW Made by Hand art show and sale will be held from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday, November 19 and from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Sunday, November 20 at the Kate Jackson Community Center. The show features one-of-a-kind works by local artists and craftspeople. Kate Jackson Community Center 821 S Rome Avenue Tampa, Florida 813.259.1608 Free Event |
December 2011 |
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1 - 23 @ 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS STROLL Christmas traditions are created by families and passed along from generation to generation. These time-honored rituals thrill us when we are children and later, as adults, they call forth memories that comfort us in an uncertain world. Experience an old-fashioned holiday with your loved ones at Henry B. Plant Museum’s 30th annual Victorian Christmas Stroll from December 1st to 23rd, 2011, 10 am to 8 pm daily. Beneath towering silver minarets, an extravagantly adorned former Tampa Bay Hotel captures the spirit of the season – Victorian style. There are 14 exhibit rooms; each dazzling with trimmed trees uniquely designed in 19th century themes and antique holiday accessories. While strolling down the Grand Hallway, your spirits will soar as you become immersed in carolers singing, Charles Dickens, much loved toys and wrapped gifts, Christmas stockings and Old Saint Nick. Unique to this year is a game for children. Where’s Henry? Somewhere amid the myriad of decorations is an image of Henry Plant. Children will be entertained searching for Henry, the founder of the Hotel, strategically placed in each exhibit room. They will be given a checklist and if they can locate his image in every room, they will receive a prize. Santa Claus is coming to the Victorian Christmas Stroll on Thursday, December 23rd from 10am-1pm. Complimentary with your Stroll admission; Santa will sit in the authentic Writing and Reading Room of the Tampa Bay Hotel and listen to children's requests. You may bring a camera to commemorate this unique occasion, but remember no "flash photography" in the Museum. At the Victorian Christmas Stroll, the essence of an old-fashioned holiday is observed and honored as Tampa’s most popular family tradition. Complimentary spiced cider and savory cookies will be served on the veranda every day, and each evening (6 - 7:45 pm) carolers will perform music for your merriment. Visitors are invited to sing with the carolers in front of the 18-foot tree in the hallway. Admission is $13 adults, $11 seniors (65 and older), $7 youth (4-18 years). Discount Days are December 5, 6, 12, and 13 when admissions are reduced to $9 adults, $8 seniors (65 and older), $5 youth (4-18 years). Group tours are welcome: please make reservations for parties of 20 or more with Sally Shifke, Museum Relations Coordinator, (813) 258-7302. The Museum Store has a huge selection of merchandise, from gorgeous ornaments to silver serving pieces and exquisite holiday accessories. The Museum Store also offers books, fragrances, jewelry, children’s toys, stationery, and home accessories. Enjoy shopping in a unique Victorian atmosphere: the Museum Store is open from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm daily and no admission is required. Proceeds from the Victorian Christmas Stroll fund significant museum restoration and preservation projects, as well as educational programming. Underwriters of the Victorian Christmas Stroll are The Beck Group, Jacarlene Foundation, New York Yankees Tampa Foundation, Tampa Downtown Partnership, The Tampa Tribune/WFLA News Channel 8, UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation and Walkers Shortbread. Henry B. Plant Museum 401 W Kennedy Boulevard Tampa, Florida 813.254.1891 www.plantmuseum.com |
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2 @ 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM 10TH ANNUAL QUANTUM LEAP FARM HOLIDAY BASH This will be our tenth annual Holiday Bash and will certainly prove to be the best yet. There will be live music, hayrides, a bonfire, a scavenger hunt and various other activities for the whole family. This is always a great time of year to enjoy beautiful Quantum Leap Farm under the stars. Quantum Leap Farm 10401 Woodstock Road Odessa, FL 813.920.9250 |
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3 @ 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM ART ON 19 ST. A FREE MONTHLY DAYTIME EVENT IN YBOR CITY The first Saturday of the month Dan Balk and Arnold Martinez will be opening their studios to the public for a rare engagement. Both artists will be in their studio/gallery to discuss art, their work, and demonstrate their creative process. Fine art and Craft produced by local artisans will be on display and for sale at The Singing Stone Gallery, Arnold Martinez Gallery, Tre Amici @ The Bunker, The Ybor City Museum Store and The Ybor City Museum State Park. All galleries and studios are housed in restored structures from the 1900's on 19th street between 8th and 9th avenues in the "artsy metropolis" of Ybor city. Visit the 19th Street Shops for unique gifts, local art and jewelry and coffee and wine cafe. FREE parking available on 19th Street Artists & Crafters welcome with application. Call for details. 1903 N 19th Street Tampa, Florida 813.247.2787 |
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3 & 4 SUNCOAST GUN SHOW Florida State Fairgrounds 4800 US Hwy. 301 North Tampa, FL 813.677.6925 www.floridastatefair.com |
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4 @ 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM HYDE PARK VILLAGE FRESH MARKET Hyde Park Village, in partnership with Tampa Bay Markets, Inc., will host the Hyde Park Village Fresh Market at the Fountain the first Sunday of every month, year round, rain or shine. This new Fresh Market has been modeled after the Tampa Downtown Market held on Fridays and the Seminole Heights Sunday Morning Market held every second Sunday of each month. With space for over 70 vendors, shoppers will enjoy a variety of locally produced products. What you expect to find... Agricultural Related Products like Organic, Hydroponic and Conventional Produce, Plants, Herbs and Flowers, Gourmet Take Home Foods such as Fresh Bread, Pasta, Honey and Spices. Ready to Eat Foods such as Brooklyn Style Knishs, New Orleans Style Crawfish Pies, Kettle Corn, Southern Style Foods and more. Hand Crafts such as Local Art, Handcrafted Jewelry, Accessories and more... Each month the Fresh Market will also feature Live Music, Cooking Demos and Outdoor Seating and a local Massage Therapist. Admission and parking are free to the public and friendly dogs on leashes are always welcome. Hyde Park Village 742 S Village Circle Tampa, Florida 813.251.3500 www.hydeparkvillage.net |
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10 @ 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM MILITARY FAMILY FUN DAY AT QUANTUM LEAP FARM Quantum Leap Farm hosts quarterly fun days for military service members and their families. At our beautiful facility in northwest Hillsborough County, military families enjoy a fun filled day that includes lunch, pony rides for the kids, hay rides, pony painting and equine arts and crafts. Let us know if you'd like to volunteer! For more information on Operation Family Fun Days email: jamequus@aol.com. Quantum Leap Farm is a 501-(c)-3 charity located in Odessa, Florida and was founded in 2000 to serve civilian adults and veterans with mental and physical disabilities. January 19, 2011 proudly marks the 11th Anniversary of our organization. Quantum Leap Farm participants range in age from 3 to 92 years. They are diagnosed with a variety of conditions including wounds of war: traumatic brain injury, post traumatic stress disorder, and spinal cord injury, as well as neurodegenerative and vascular diseases: Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, and stroke; and developmental syndromes: muscular dystrophy, Down syndrome, autism, and cerebral palsy. We provide therapeutic and recreational horseback riding, carriage driving, equine assisted behavioral health services, and a variety of equine experiential learning programs. Additionally we offer opportunities for individuals, students, or organizations to conduct community service projects, accumulate community service hours, and host a variety of family and corporate functions. Quantum Leap Farm 10401 Woodstock Road Odessa, FL 813.920.9250 |
January 2012 |
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21 @ 8:00 PM LARRY KING: STANDING UP Larry King is not finished talking. The former talk-show host, a weeknight fixture with his signature suspenders who retired after 25 years at CNN, takes the stage to dish about his storied career in a one-man show. King offers theatergoers a comedic inside look at his life “growing up as a street-smart kid in Brooklyn” and his decades as a broadcast journalist. David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts 1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place Tampa, Florida 813.229.7827 $34.50+ |
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22 7TH ANNUAL CLEARWATER HALFATHON It might be the most challenging half marathon in Florida, with two ascents each over two relatively tall bridges connecting Clearwater to the barrier islands. It might be Florida's most scenic half marathon, as the entire course is within 1/4 mile of Clearwater Bay and / or the Gulf of Mexico. The Clearwater Memorial Bridge and The Sand Key Bridge provide both the demanding challenges and the spectacular views. The finish line will be open for 3 hours from the 7:05 a.m. start, and the course will open to traffic based upon that pace. For instance, athletes should be at the midpoint by 8:35 a.m. Athletes slower than that will need to move to the sidewalks and adhere to all pedestrian laws. Fitness walkers anticipating a finish time beyond 3 hours MUST start early at 6:35 a.m., which increases total finish time to 3.5 hours. Clearwater, FL 727.347.4440 Website |
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24 @ 7:00 PM NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE! PRESENTS OCEAN SOUL National Geographic Live! presents Ocean Soul with underwater photographer Brian Skerry. Brian Skerry showcases his stunning photography and describes his adventurous life in a gripping portrait of the ocean as a place of beauty and mystery, a place in trouble, and ultimately, a place of hope that will rebound with the proper attention and care. David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts 1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place Tampa, Florida 813.229.7827 $19.50+ |
February 2012 |
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9 - 20 FLORIDA STATE FAIR Florida State Fairgrounds 4800 US Hwy. 301 North Tampa, FL 813.677.6925 www.floridastatefair.com |
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12 ROCK 'N' ROLL ST. PETERSBURG MARATHON The Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Tour heads south this winter for the inaugural Rock ‘n’ Roll St. Pete Half Marathon on February 12. Offering sunshine, stunning waterfront vistas and a flat course, this event will rock runners from start to finish. So while most of the country is shoveling snow you can be rocking 13.1 miles in St. Petersburg, Florida. Participant Perks: * On Course Entertainment * Chronotrack Timing System * Finisher Medals * Water Stations * Participant T-Shirt * Swag Bag * Finish Line Festival * Post Race Concert Registration Fees (Half Marathon)* * $55 (First 500) **Special Registration Offer: No other coupons or discounts can be applied to the special registration offer * $80 (through 11/14) * $95 (11/15 – 12/31) * $105 (1/1 – 2/5) * Expo Entry: $125 Click here for online registration. Registration Notes: *Registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Fees listed above do not include the Active Network processing fee. There is NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION * Price includes: Official Race Tech T-shirt, SWAG Bag, Finishers Medal, Course Entertainment. * Online Registration Closes: February 5, 2012 Health & Fitness Expo: * Date: Friday, February 10 & Saturday, February 11 * Time: TBD * Location: Tropicana Field St. Petersburg, FL Website |
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21 @ 7:00 PM NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE! PRESENTS LIFE: THE UNFOLDING STORY National Geographic Live! presents Life: The Unfolding Story with photographer Frans Lanting. One of the most accomplished wildlife photographers of our time, Frans Lanting is that rare artist whose images are able to make us both think and feel simultaneously. This glorious celebration of life inspires and informs by illustrating the spectrum of biodiversity from microscopic worlds to nature’s greatest creatures, and by demonstrating the web of life on which our survival depends. David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts 1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place Tampa, Florida 813.229.7827 $19.50+ |
March 2012 |
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3 & 4, 2012 GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC - TAMPA BAY RUN The Gasparilla Distance Classic Association takes great pride in its mission. Since the first running of the Gasparilla Distance Classic in February, 1978, $2.8 million has been donated to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa, Girls Inc. of Pinellas, The Friends of Tampa Parks & Recreation and other running programs. Thank you to the City of Tampa, Publix Super Markets and Nike, our event sponsors, volunteers and every one of the 485,000+ runners and walkers that have crossed the Finish Line! Events Include: *15K and 5K *15K Wheelchair * Kellogg's Special K 5K Walk and Stroller Roll * Team Competitions * Half Marathon and 5+3K * USAA Military Division * Michelob Ultra & Beck's Light Challenge * Fifth Third Bank Too Good For Drugs Jr. Classic Kids Event The Gasparilla Distance Classic Association, established in 1978, is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization dedicated specifically to raising funds for charitable youth organizations and running programs in the Tampa Bay area. It’s mission is carried out through the administration of the annual Publix Super Markets Gasparilla Distance Classic Race Weekend and Jr. Gasparilla Distance Classic. $2.9 Million Donated To Date! Tampa, Florida www.tampabayrun.com |
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25 @ 7:30 PM GOOD VS. EVIL: AN EVENING WITH ANTHONY BOURDAIN AND ERIC RIPERT Two chefs. Two unlikely friends. Two very different careers and philosophies sharing one stage. Join Anthony Bourdain, chef, author of "Medium Raw" and host of The Travel’s Channel’s No Reservations and Eric Ripert, renowned chef of Le Bernardin, author and regular guest on Bravo’s Top Chef as they share stories and muse on the place of food in our personal, community and global life. It's an evening of storytelling and observation providing frank and provocative insight into what really goes on behind the kitchen doors. David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts 1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place Tampa, Florida 813.229.7827 $18.50+ |
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27 @ 7:00 PM NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE! PRESENTS BEYOND THE INVISIBLE SECRETS OF THE BLUE HOLES National Geographic Live! presents Beyond the Invisible Secrets of the Blue Holes with Kenny Broad, cave diver/environmental anthropologist. In Kenny Broad’s line of work, exploring submerged caves and blue holes, one mistake can equal death. Take a deep breath and join this veteran cave explorer on a harrowing expedition into some of the most dangerous and scientifically significant places on Earth. David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts 1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place Tampa, Florida 813.229.7827 $19.50+ |
April 2012 |
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14 @ 7:00 PM TASTE THE BEST OF TAMPA BAY Don't miss the Tampa Bay area's premier food event, Taste the Best of Tampa Bay, hosted by The Producers volunteer group as a benefit for the Straz Center. Enjoy live entertainment and sample food and drinks from the Tampa Bay area's best restaurants and caterers, while strolling along the Hillsborough River. David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts 1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place Tampa, Florida 813.229.7827 Call for Ticket Prices |
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24 @ 7:00 PM NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE! PRESENTS CONNECT WITH ANYBODY, ANYWHERE National Geographic Live! presents Connect with Anybody, Anywhere with photographer Annie Griffiths. Known for her sensitive nature and ability to bridge the divide that sometimes exists between people of disparate cultures and beliefs, Griffiths has been connecting with her subjects for nearly three decades. Journey along side her as she finds common ground in uncommon places. David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts 1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place Tampa, Florida 813.229.7827 $19.50+ |
May 2012 |
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5 @ 7:30 AM TAMPA MAY CLASSIC 5K AND 1 MILE FUN RUN Since 1977, the Child Abuse Council has been helping children and strengthening families through prevention, education and treatment programs. To support this important cause, St. John Greek Orthodox Day School has organized a race to bring businesses and organizations together in the spirit of friendly competition to raise much needed funds for the children of our community. The 9th Annual May Classic will be held on Saturday, May 5th at 7:30 a.m. The race begins and ends in Hyde Park Village and travels down Tampa’s beautiful Bayshore Blvd. This 5k race is held in conjunction with the City of Tampa. Last year, more than 1,000 people participated in this event making it the 3rd largest 5k in the Tampa Bay area. This year, we are expecting to be bigger and better! Participation is EASY! Employees, family members, and their friends sign up for either the 5k or Family Fun Run under the Company Team. Then, the day of the race, the top three largest teams will be acknowledged with unique awards. CASH PRIZES and awards for the top 3 overall winners in the Men’s and Women’s categories. Unique awards will be given to the overall Men’s and Women’s Masters and the top 3 Age-Group winners (5-year age increments starting at 9 and under) for both races. 5K: $30.00 pre-registration; $35.00 on race day 1-Mile Family Fun Run: $15.00 pre-registration; $20.00 on race day Free to children under 5 years old The post-race party will feature music, prize drawings, fabulous food and beverages (water will be available on the course too). Each race participant will receive a T-shirt and goodie bag full of special items from our sponsors. Please contact Maria Lewis at (813) 673-4646 x2224 or mlewis@cachillsborough.com for more information. Hyde Park Village 742 S Village Circle Tampa, Florida www.mayclassic.com |
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5 @ 8:00 AM 2012 ARTHRITIS WALK The Arthritis Walk® is the signature fundraiser for the Arthritis Foundation. It's not just an event, it's a celebration of year-round movement to help prevent and treat arthritis. Every year we get together to celebrate movement and make a positive impact on the lives of people living with arthritis by raising funds for arthritis research, education and life improvement programs in 250 communities across the country. Our rallying cry, Let's Move Together® encourages people to get up and get moving. When you join us at the Arthritis Walk®, you're not moving alone-you are becoming part of a community looking to achieve better health and change lives at the same time. We hope to see you there! You can register as an individual, form a new team, or join an existing team. Once you register, you can create your own fundraising web page. To register for the 2012 Tampa Arthritis Walk, click here. For More Information contact Melissa Hughey, Community Development Manager (800) 850-9455, Ext. 12 or mhughey@arthritis.org. Al Lopez Park 4810 N Himes Avenue Tampa, Florida Website |
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5 @ 11:00 AM THIRD ANNUAL TROT THE TRACK Saturday May 7th, Second Annual TROT the Track. Walk (or trot) around the Tampa Bay Downs "Oldsmar Oval" to benefit Thoroughbred Retirement of Tampa (TROT) Saturday May 5th, 2011 @ 11 am (Registration at 10 am) Entry Fee: $30 per adult, $15 for teens and kids are free! Register early to ensure your spot. Your registration includes an entry to the charity race, a t-shirt, and a gift bag of goodies. The day starts at 11 am with a race (or stroll) around the 1 mile racetrack. See what its like to move through the sand and get the horses' perspective of the race. Enjoy the horses, raffles, silent auction and of course, the Kenducky Derby! Tampa Bay Downs 11225 Racetrack Road Tampa, Florida www.tampatrot.org |
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5 @ 6:00 PM 13TH ANNUAL 'BROADWAY COMES TO TAMPA' FUNDRAISING GALA New Tampa Players desire the honor of your presence at their Fundraising Gala to benefit the New Tampa Players Endowment Fund. Hors D'oeuvres/Cash Bar/Silent Auction at six o'clock, Dinner at seven o'clock and Show at eight o'clock. Entertainment: Carter Calvert .......... Star of Cats and Always, Patsy Cline Rita Harvey .......... Star of Phantom of the Opera and Fiddler on the Roof Ted Louis Levy .......... Star of Black & Blue Brad Little .......... Star of Phantom of the Opera and Jesus Christ Superstar William Michals .......... Star of South Pacific and Les Miserables $175 per person $1750 for Tables of Ten Black Tie optional. Seating is limited. Priority given on a first come, first serve basis. For more information please call 813-386-9333 or log on to www.Broadwaycomestotampa.com. Saddlebrook Resort 5700 Saddlebrook Way Wesley Chapel, FL 813.973.1111 $175 per person $1750 for Tables of Ten www.newtampaplayers.org |
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5 @ 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM 15TH ANNUAL SEA GRAPES FOOD & WINE BENEFIT FOR THE FLORIDA AQUARIUM Sea Grapes Fine Wine and Food Festival is a casual but elegant evening benefiting the Aquarium’s youth education and conservation programs including sponsored admissions for underserved youth, sea turtle rehabilitation, seahorse conservation and coral farm propagation. * Sample More Than 100 Wines Provided By Total Wine & More * Dine On Cuisine From 20 Premier Bay Area Restaurants * Bid On Unique & Exciting Auction Items * Enjoy Live Jazz & Entertainment Throughout The Aquarium * Explore All Aquarium Exhibits Florida Aquarium 701 Channelside Drive Tampa, FL 813.273.4030 $95.00 - $175.00 www.seagrapes.org |
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5 @ 7:30 PM 15TH ANNUAL MOMENTS IN TIME GALA TO BENEFIT TAMPA GENERAL HOSPITAL FOUNDATION You are cordially invited to travel to the South Pacific and experience Some Enchanted Evening at the 15th Annual Moments in Time Gala on Saturday, May 5, 2012 at the Hyatt Regency Tampa. The mission begins promptly at 7:30 PM. Whisk yourself away to a distant land where love bloomed when cultures collided. Amidst the backdrop of World War II, indulge in the local cuisine and partake in a silent auction with amazing prizes that you’ll have to see to believe. Don’t forget to purchase your tickets to win $10,000. All sponsors at the $1,500 level (Lieutenant) and above are invited to the exclusive Patrons’ Party preceding the Gala at 6:30 PM. The Gala benefits Tampa General Hospital’s Fund for the Future, helping TGH achieve its vision of being the leading medical center in West Central Florida. Your generous contributions ensure that our dedicated physicians and patient care staff have all the necessary tools to provide excellent medical care and to advance teaching, research and service in our community. This will surely be an event for the history books. Hyatt Regency Downtown Tampa 211 N Tampa Street Tampa, FL 813.963.6461 $250.00+ www.tgh.org |
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11 @ 12:00 PM to 1:15 PM 6TH ANNUAL R.A.C.E. LUNCHEON & HUB CAP AWARDS Master of Ceremonies: TBA Honoring our team of champions in the following categories: Driver of the Year TBA Crew of the Year TBA Community Champion TBA #1 Fan TBA Plus, the silent auction is back! Sponsorship opportunities are available from $500 to $5,000 Reserve yours before the checkered flag is down. Please contact Susan Jacobs, (813) 490-9443 or info@wheelsofsuccess.org A La Carte Event Pavilion 4050 Dana Shores Drive Tampa, FL $100.00 Per Person 813.274.0901 www.wheelsofsuccess.org |
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12 @ 4:00 PM to 1:30 AM THE 31ST ANNUAL WMNF TROPICAL HEATWAVE AN EXTRAVAGANZA OF ECLECTIC AND EXOTIC ENTERTAINMENT Performances and venues TBA. Ybor City Tampa, FL 813.238.8001 www.wmnf.org |
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12 @ 5:00 PM MAGNOLIA BALL BENEFIT FOR MOFFITT CANCER CENTER & RESEARCH INSTITUTE With sensational live performances, unique auction items and emotional patient testimonials, the Ball attracts about 700 supporters each year and has raised upward of $13 million since its inception. The Magnolia Ball has a singular focus – to raise funds for critical cancer research and patient care programs at Moffitt. Join us this year as we dance to great music by Foreigner. A La Carte Event Pavilion 4050 Dana Shores Drive Tampa, FL Ticket Prices TBA 813.745.3658 www.moffitt.org |
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18 - 20 A TASTE OF PINELLAS BENEFIT FOR THE ALL CHILDRENS HOSPITAL TELETHON A Taste of Pinellas is an annual food and music festival for the whole family, held at Vinoy Park in St. Petersburg Florida. A Taste of Pinellas features tastes from top local restaurants, live music from national acts, a Kids' Zone for children and much more! A Taste of Pinellas is for a great cause, too -- proceeds from A Taste of Pinellas go to the All Children's Hospital Telethon. Friday, May 18, 5:00pm - 10:00pm Saturday, May 19, 12:00pm - 10:00pm Sunday, May 20, 12:00pm - 7:00pm This year's entertainment features Chris Isaak, Josh Turner, Bonnie Raitt, Buddy Guy, Third Eye Blind and Colbie Caillat. Tickets purchased in advance for A Taste of Pinellas cost $10 each. A discounted price of $8 is available for members of the Military, Law Enforcement, and persons 65 or older. Tickets purchased at the gate, the day of the event, are $15 per person, and $12 for the Military, Law Enforcement, and persons 65 or older. Children 12 and under are admitted free! Tickets are available at the Tropicana Field Box Office, at Rally Stores, and online. The All Children's Hospital is the only specialty licensed children's hospital on Florida's west coast. Founded in 1926, All Children's has grown into a leading pediatric referral center that is dedicated to advancing treatment, education, research and advocacy in child health. Vinoy Park 501 5th Avenue Northeast St. Petersburg, FL www.allkids.org |
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19 @ 8:00 AM 10TH ANNUAL US SECRET SERVICE 5K ROAD RACE The 5K route will start and end at the St. Pete Times Forum and run along Bayshore Blvd, with beautiful views of Tampa Bay and downtown Tampa. Join us for a post-race party featuring music, photo opportunities with the official Presidential limo, food, and door prizes! This race is a chip timed USATF sanctioned event. There will be free TECH T-SHIRTS for the first 800 registrants. Proceeds benefiting COPS (Concerns of Police Survivors). **NEW this year: Pre-race packet pick-up is available at the St. Pete Times Forum on Friday, May 18th from 10am - 2pm. Race-day registration and packet pick-up begins at 6:30 am. Awards to top 3 M/F overall, top 3 M/F in standard age groups, and top 3 M/F military/law enforcement. Questions? Visit our website at www.usss5krun.com for more information or email: usss5krun@yahoo.com. All proceeds benefit Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) After the race there will be music, free food, photo opportunities with the presidential limo, a bounce house for the kids, lots of terrific raffle prizes, and an awards ceremony. St. Pete Times Forum 401 Channelside Drive Tampa, FL $20.00 - $30.00 |
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9:00 AM to 2:00 PM TAMPA BAY HURRICANE EXPO 2012 We hope you will join us for the 2012 Tampa Bay Hurricane Expo at the Museum of Science & Industry on Saturday, May 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Personal preparation has always been the focus of our Tampa Bay Hurricane Expo. Whether it is the 2008 theme - Know Your Zone; Make a Plan – which focused on the importance of knowing your evacuation zone and making an effective plan for you and your family to follow in the event of a hurricane. The 2009 theme - Run From the Water; Hide From the Wind – which meant that if you were asked to evacuate, you wouldn’t have to travel far. Just get out of the storm surge area and hunker down in a relative, friend, coworker or church member’s home who doesn’t have to evacuate. Or the 2010 theme - The First 72 Are Up To You – which meant that after a natural or man-made disaster it is important for families to have the water, food, batteries and other essentials they will need to sustain themselves for at least three days. During this time, roads will be blocked by debris, utilities, such as power, water and sewer may be out, and local governments will be working hard to establish these essential services. By residents being prepared, our community will recover quicker after a storm. While our local emergency responders are ready for any disaster we face, they still look to you, our residents, to help. So, think sunshine, and we look forward to seeing you next May at the 2012 Tampa Bay Hurricane Expo as we all continue to prepare for hurricane season. Free Expo Admission - Discounted Admission to MOSI MOSI 4801 E Fowler Avenue Tampa, Florida 813.987.6300 Free Parking & Admission Website |
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19 @ 6:00 PM 2012 STORYBOOK BALL ANNUAL BLACK TIE GALA FOR RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES Make your reservation now for one of the best events in Tampa Bay. Theme TBA. A La Carte Event Pavilion 4050 Dana Shores Drive Tampa, FL 813.258.6430 $350.00 www.rmhc.org |
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19 @ 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM PRIDE & PASSION 2012 Don’t miss Pride & Passion, one of the Tampa Museum of Art’s largest fundraising events of the year and THE official kick-off to St. Pete Pride. Join over 500 friends on May 19 at the Museum for a dazzling night of art, entertainment, food and drinks. Enjoy all of the Museum’s galleries including the spectacular Degas: Form, Movement and the Antique, which features 47 works by French artist Edgar Degas! Tickets for the event are $75 for individuals and $150 for two. This price includes an annual membership to the Museum*, plus food by Bern's Steak House and SideBern's; wine, beer, and specialty cocktails; entertainment by DJ Michael Terrance and Bella Danza Dance Company; and total gallery access. (*Individual tickets include an Individual membership voucher and Pride & Passion event ticket. Dual tickets include a Dual membership voucher and two Pride & Passion tickets for two individuals living in the same household. Membership vouchers will be mailed with an acknowledgement letter upon receipt of payment.) Pride & Passion is produced by a volunteer steering committee in partnership with the Tampa Museum of Art. Thank you to this year’s Steering Committee members: Rob Iles, Chair; Robin Sharp, Vice-Chair; Merrell T. Dickey, Jose Garboza, Melissa Judge, Mariruth Kennedy, Don Kiceina, Tony LaColla, Ty Maxey, Scott Moore and Marc Retzlaff. Skip the line and buy online. Please note that online ticket sales close on Thursday, May 17 at midnight. Tickets will be available at the door beginning at 7:30 PM. To reserve your tickets, click here. Tampa Museum of Art 120 W Gasparilla Plaza Tampa, FL 33602 813.274.8130 www.tampamuseum.org |
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2 @ 6:00 PM THE BANYAN BALL Indo-US Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual gala and awards banquet, The Banyan Ball, on June 2nd, 2012 at A La Carte Event Pavilion in Tampa. This black tie affair, the signature event of the organization, will feature a keynote speaker, entertainment and include business leaders and dignitaries. This has been a sold out event for the past three years. Seating is limited and tickets can be purchased by contacting the Chamber Executives and Board Members (ticket price $125 or $1000 for a table of 10) or by clicking here. A La Carte Event Pavilion 4050 Dana Shores Drive Tampa, FL 727.563.8108 $125.00 www.indo-us.org |
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2 @ 6:30 PM to 11:00 PM GO EAT TAMPA BAY! PICK UP A FORK TO FIGHT HIV On Saturday, June 2, 2012, Francis House will be having our first annual Go Eat Tampa Bay fundraiser. Much like Sticks of Fire from years ago, Go Eat Tampa Bay is a unique fundraiser which relies on the host homes. In exchange for their hosts culinary talents, guests are asked to bring a generous donation for the Francis House. Whether Black Tie affairs or casual picnics, catered or homemade, guests and their hosts all meet for dessert at The Glazer Children's Museum at 9pm. To assist hosts with their party plans, Francis House provides each host with a host packet that includes suggestions for a successful dinner party and invitations that can be mailed right to your guests! Individuals that would like to host a party but are not able to do so on June 4, can committ to another date and still join the dessert reception. The generous donation also applies to those who wish to join in dessert reception merriment. (Suggested donation of $20 is greatly appreciated) If you would like to be a host recruiter, host home or would like some additional information on Go Eat Tampa Bay, please call Vicky Oliver @ 813-237-3066 or Rob Loy @ (813) 503-8691. Glazer Childrens Museum 110 W. Gasparilla Plaza Tampa, FL www.francishouse.org |
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2 @ 6:30 PM A NIGHT IN HAVANA GALA ANNUAL BENEFIT FOR AMERICAN RED CROSS This Cuban-themed event is the American Red Cross Tampa Bay Chapter’s most successful fundraiser. Night in Havana is an annual gala that includes dinner, dancing and a silent auction. This year, Tropical Heat will perform. Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel 4200 Jim Wallter Blvd Tampa, FL 813.348.4820 $175.00 www.redcross.org |
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9:00 AM to 5:00 PM 101 BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION & 3RD ANNUAL BABE ZAHARIAS DAY In memory of a sports legend, Tampa Sports Authority in collaboration with the Forest Hills Neighborhood Association is celebrating what would have been the 101st birthday of Babe Didrikson Zaharias on Saturday at the Babe Zaharias Golf Course. Newly elected Mayor Bob Buckhorn will declare the day as “Babe Zaharias Day” in a special ceremony on the clubhouse patio. Tampa Sports Authority is hosting two 4-person scramble golf tournaments with shotgun starts at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. All the slots for the 9 a.m. shotgun have been filled, but there is still room in the 2 p.m. time slot. The entry fee is $50 and includes lunch. As Babe died from cancer, a portion of the proceeds from the tournament will go to the Moffitt Cancer Center in her memory. Anyone who is interested in entering should contact Laura Beuhring at 813-631-4375 or email her at lbeuhring@tampasportsauthority.com. To also honor the golf pro’s memory, Don Van Natta Jr., author of the book “Wonder Girl,” a definitive biography of Babe Zaharias, will host a book signing in the golf course’s club house starting at 1:30 p.m. The Forest Hills Neighborhood Association will provide free activities open to the public on the grounds of the golf course throughout the afternoon. A concert will start at 11 a.m. with local acts Zuberi Brown, Big Wiggler and Johnny G. Lyon. There will also be a moonwalk, clowns and a coloring book contest for kids. Food, beverages and desserts will be available for purchase on site. For more information on these activities, contact the Forest Hills Neighborhood Associations President, Debra McCormack at 813-935-8488 or email her at tampacommunications@verizon.net. Babe Zaharias Golf Course 11412 Forest Hills Drive Tampa, FL www.tbgolf.com |
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