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TAMPA BAY NEWS & LIFESTYLES
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First of all, I hope that all of you and your loved ones stayed safe during the Hurricane Irma. My husband Matt Selby, my mother and I, drove to Gainesville after being told to evacuate from Hillsborough County Zone “A.” We did have friends and family in other areas of Tampa Bay kindly offering their homes to us, but I convinced my husband to drive us up north, after several news stations made me panic and want to drive somewhere “safer.” This experience definitely taught me a lot, and I am glad that the damage was not nearly as catastrophic as it was expected. In Tampa Bay we got lucky! Even though I cannot say the same about other areas of Florida, which are still without power and thousands of Floridians were left without homes. I learned the value of staying calm, because panicking and stressing does not help anyone, I learned the value of having generators on standby, the value of canned goods and clean water, the value of living in a solid concrete home, the value of knowing the rules of the road at intersections without power, and the value of surrounding yourself with family, good friends and caring neighbors. In this type of situation, it is good knowing that you could knock on the house next door knowing you will be greeted with a smile and offered a place to sleep, a bottle of water and even a hot meal (or protein bar) if you are hungry. I must admit... I am far from being a social butterfly. I am kind of shy and reserved, and always try my best to stay out of other people’s business. So when I was walking around my complex on Harbor Island in the midst of the evacuation, I was shocked and definitely pleased that so many of my neighbors walked up to me to make sure I had a safe place to stay. It warmed my heart, and it made me want to make an effort to say “Good morning Cindy how are your kids?” whenever I see her walking to her car every morning, or “Hi Pete, how is work going?” when I see him walking his dog in the nearby park. It definitely takes a village. Even though what is happening all around the world is pretty disheartening, and it makes you question your faith in God and in humanity, especially when you see news about looters taking merchandise from closed businesses
in the middle of the storm, you have to still have faith. Faith that “this too shall pass,” and we will rebuild and we will get out this stronger than before, as long as we do it together. As long as we help one another, no matter their race, religion or social status. And even though news about people leaving their pets behind broke my heart, hundreds of beautiful stories keep emerging every day since the storm, stories that will warm your heart and make you believe that not all is lost. That there are still good caring people out there willing to step up and help those in need. Multiple businesses that advertise with us have selfishly offered free food, supplies, shelter and incredible discounts on their services for those needing anything from clothing and groceries to tree removal services and debris removal, etc. It is in times like these, that we as a community need to stick together. In my country, Venezuela, which is currently also going through a lot, we have a saying that goes “En La Union Esta La Fuerza,” which means; “The strength is in the joining.” The joining of the families, friends, neighbors, the joining of our Tampa Bay community, the joining of every one of us in our beautiful state of Florida, the joining of this entire country, to help those who need it most. Our sunshine state needs us, our country needs us, Puerto Rico needs us, Mexico needs us. If there is anything you can do to help those in need, please do. Here at Tampa Bay News and Lifestyles we are currently organizing a big drive, and donating supplies to different affected areas. If you want to donate food, water or clothing, please email me directly at carla@nnlflorida.com and we’ll make sure your donations go where they are needed the most. Prayers without action means nothing. Faith without works is dead. “You pray for the hungry. Then you feed them. This is how prayers work.” Pope Francis.
Thank you for reading!
Ed Francisco, DDS
Ed Francisco, DDS is a very likable and relatable man. He’s a local guy who’s lived in the beautiful Hyde Park community of South Tampa since 1996. His residency at the University of Florida brought him to our state from Virginia, and he decided this warm weather of ours, was too good to abandon. So after looking around different areas to set roots in, Dr. Francisco decided Tampa would be his home.
enjoys her dental visits. “From day one, Dr. Francisco and his staff have made me feel like family,” says Kate. “I’ve been a patient for over a year now and everyone I know in this area always have the nicest things to say about him. He’s so easy going and simply a nice guy as well as very honest and straight forward. He’s all you can really ask for in your dentist, and it’s why I’ve referred him to many of my friends, co-workers and family.”
Dr. Francisco is a very active man. He begins each day with at least a mile run, sometimes two or more, if he’s feeling up to it, before starting his rewarding and fulfilling job of taking care of his patients. Dr. Ed tells me the feeling he gets from running wakes him up and focuses him for the remainder of the day. He tries hard to eliminate stimulants, such as caffeine, out of his diet as much as possible. This allows him to perform at optimal levels with a steady hand. “Running gets me going, it’s my coffee,” says Dr. Ed with a grin.
We always like to ask local business owners why they got into their particular field in the first place. When I asked Dr. Francisco the question, he said he knew from a very young age he wanted to be in the healthcare profession. It wasn’t until his sophomore year of college that he decided dentistry was the right fit for him. “I always planned on being in healthcare of some sort. My parents were definitely a big influence on me,” says Dr. Francisco. Both of his parents were hardworking professionals and really encouraged him to follow his passion. “Both my Mom and Dad were very encouraging of my decision to purse a career in healthcare,” says Dr. Francisco. “My Mom was an RN and my Dad was an accountant. Very quickly I knew, I didn’t want to be an accountant,” he adds with a laugh and a big smile on his face.
Dr. Francisco has a very soothing sound to his voice and he is always smiling. I immediately noticed why so many of his patients rave about how comfortable he makes them feel. While in the spacious and comfortable office waiting room, I caught up with Kate S. from South Tampa, a current patient of Dr. Francisco’s. Kate shared with me that she feels extremely comfortable with Dr. Ed and his staff, and she actually
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Knowing he wouldn’t be a good accountant, and feeling an inclination to help people, Dr. Francisco knew healthcare was a better option for him.
Dr. Ed Francisco always knew he wanted to work in a profession where he could help people and make a difference in their lives. “My Mom always told me how rewarding it was helping people. She was a head Nurse, a director of nursing, so she went through the gamut and experienced so much over her over 50 year career. I saw the stability of the medical profession as well as, for lack of a better term. My OCD which made me realize Dentistry would be the right fit and that hit me about my second year of College.” Dr. Francisco adds “I feel pretty proud of my parents and truly appreciate their incredible support. I also feel very proud of how hard I worked getting my double major in 4 yrs. I was a double major in Biology and Math.”
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There’s no need to be embarrassed if you haven’t been to the dentist in a while, because you will be in excellent hands with Dr. Francisco and his staff. Services Offered at Dr. Francisco’s office include; Hygiene, Bridges, Crowns, Fillings, Dental implants, Impactions & Wisdom, Periodontal Disease and Whitening. In the early days of his practice, the whitening craze began and many of his first patients were primarily cosmetic. That of course has changed over the years, but white teeth will always be in style. I’ve personally done the Zoom Whitening a few years back and it visibly whitened my teeth a number of shades. I must admit, my teeth stayed pretty darn close to the same whitened shade years later, in spite of my regular cups of coffee and occasional sodas. Maintaining good oral hygiene is one of the most important things you can do for your overall health. Regular Cleanings are imperative for keeping a healthy mouth. Preventative care is always easier than treating a mouth that’s been neglected. Although, there’s no need to be embarrassed if you haven’t been to the dentist in a while, because you will be in excellent hands with Dr. Francisco and his staff.
If your teeth are showing signs of decay and cavities have formed, Dr. Ed will remove the decayed portion of the tooth and fill the area that was removed. Fillings that match your teeth coloring and shade are the norm now, so no need to worry about unsightly metal in your mouth for people to see when you laugh. If crowns become necessary, nobody will ever know. Dr. Francisco does an excellent job color matching full crowns as well. Most of the patients are between the ages of 30 and 45 but Dr. Francisco has patients ranging from 2 years of age all the way to elderly folks in their 90s! “I have multiple generations of patients coming in now and it’s really cool to see,” says Dr. Ed. “Some of my patients came in as kids and now I treat their children. I really love what I do and I love the people of this community. Dentistry is very rewarding, giving me the opportunity to help people with their smile, help them speak, fix a broken tooth, etc. I just want to take this opportunity to tell all of you THANK YOU!” To learn more about Ed Francisco, DDS give his office a call at 813-251-4432 or drop by his office 2210 South MacDill Ave, Tampa, Florida 33629.
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You Can
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The lease with a Right to Purchase Program allows you to find a home that you want to rent initially, but may also like to buy in the next three to five years. There are many households who may be thinking about buying a home but for whatever reason would like to rent at the current time. You can lease the home for three to five one-year terms, depending on the state, and you may purchase the home at any time at a predetermined price in accordance with the Right to Purchase agreement. You are only obligated to the first year lease, Once the oneyear lease is fulfilled you do not have to purchase or continue to lease the home. Monthly rent payments are not applied to the purchase price of the home. You should work with Tamara to search for homes that meet the purchasing criteria according to the program. Generally, this means that the home should be: 1. Located in an approved community (not adjacent to features that may negatively impair value); 2. Listed for between $100,000 and $550,000 in most states, though exceptions apply in California, Oregon, Virginia and Washington. 3. Located on a lot no more than three acres with a minimum of two bedrooms; 4. A single family home or fee-simple townhome; condo associations, condo interests, commercial
and multi-family properties are not eligible for the RTP Program; 5. A traditional sale. Short sales, auctions, and REOs are not eligible for the RTP Program; and; 6. Free from material deficiencies (e.g., major structural issues, pervasive mold, etc.); 7. No guest houses/ in-law suits with separate entrances; Once you have selected a home, let Tamara handle the rest.
On average, it takes approximately six to eight weeks from the time the realtor enters into a purchase agreement for a home until the day you are able to move in. There are a number of variables that may affect the move-in timeframe, including the length of negotiation with the seller leading up to when we enter into a purchase agreement, what the home inspection reveals with respect to required repairs, and the renovations you request. We will keep you informed throughout the entire purchase and renovation process so that you are aware of this timing.
Tamara Dubis Coldwell Banker Real Estate ::: The Griffin Group ::: YO HABLO ESPAĂ‘OL Phone: 813-408-9307 Email: Tamaradubis@gmail.com Web: www.turealtorhispana.com 2201 W Swann Ave #100, Tampa, FL 33606
Still Interested? Email Tamara at: tamaradubis@gmail.com and she will go ahead and send you the link to apply for approval. Good luck and If you have any questions or concerns please call Tamara directly at: 813-408-9307.
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Bay Leaves; Enjoy a Culinary Discovery of Exquisite India By Carla Dubis Owner Saji Mathew has knocked it out of the park… again! Bay Leaves is Curry Leaves’ sister restaurant, and Saji’s latest culinary venture that seeks to bring the mouthwatering taste of authentic Indian Cuisines to the Tampa Bay area.
Fresh food made to order, impeccable presentation, attentive and caring staff and a menu that aims to please, will quickly make Bay Leaves, the best Indian Restaurant in town… right next to Curry Leaves, of course! Saji, who now owns and operates two of my all time favorite Indian restaurants in Tampa, is the guy we can all thank for opening the doors to this neighborhood gem. Saji and his staff make writing about food such a pleasure, and I personally feel so incredibly happy and lucky whenever I get to write about a place that is without a doubt, one of the best restaurants in the city. Greeting us with a big genuine smile when we walked in, the staff at Bay Leaves, the new Indian Restaurant located on 4023 W Waters Ave, makes you feel welcomed and right at home. Once seated, you are promptly offered something to drink while you browse through the menu. If the menu feels strangely familiar, that is because Bay Leaves offers a lot of the same dishes that Curry Leaves does. But with some new exciting additions, and the option of enjoying your meal with either a glass of wine or a cold beer. Andrew Harber rates Bay Leaves 5 stars on google and says; “What can I say? This restaurant is excellent! The owners and their culinary team prepare the finest of Indian cuisine in Tampa! Similar to their sister restaurant, Curry Leaves, but they also have beer and wine and a few more specialized menu items. Every time I walk in they greet me and treat me like family. I like my food spicy but my girlfriend doesn’t. We both get exactly what want.” The chefs at Bay Leaves pay close attention to the quality and balance of saffron, curry, fenugreek, ginger, cumin and coriander, making each dish a masterpiece of perfectly combined spices and flavors.
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Curry Leaves or Bay Leaves, please start your meal with an order of Cheese Naan, you will thank me later, or possibly hate me... since you will become addicted and crave it on a regular basis.
Bhel Poori Chat
One of my all-time favorite appetizers and a staple in the Indian food game ---the Vegetarian Samosas--- are crispy golden pieces of heaven. They are stuffed with a spiced potato-pea filling fried to perfection, and come with two different dipping sauces. One has a tamarind base, and the green dipping sauce has more of a garlic, ginger and mint-cilantro base. With each bite, I wanted another (the dish comes with three per order), and I could easily eat all of them. Now I’ve eaten Indian Food many times, but there were a couple of dishes on the Bay Leaves menu I’d never tried before, and I couldn’t be happier I decided to try something new. Our waiter suggested the “Garlic Shrimp,” as a second appetizer and I was pleasantly surprised when the dish arrived. I was expecting sautéed shrimp with garlic, but I was served HUGE deep fried battered shrimp, cooked with a red sweet and sour sauce, onions and peppers. It was without a doubt, the best non-veggie appetizer I have ever had in an Indian Restaurant. The crunchiness of the shrimp, with the thick blend of sweet and sour, was a nice unexpected treat. It was more on the medium spice level, so if you’re not really into spicy food, you may not enjoy it as much as I did. Since I was feeling adventurous, I decided not to order my favorite entree this time around (the chicken tikka) and went with another suggestion from the staff; the Lamb Biriyani. All I can say is… Wow! and… WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN MY ENTIRE LIFE BIRIYANI RICE?!. This is now another favorite dish… If you are an Indian food newbie, and you’re not really into very spicy food but you want to give your tastebuds an explosion of new flavors and spices, try it. This rice dish is made with saffron basmati rice and big pieces of lamb cooked with the chef’s own blend of spices. It comes with a refreshing yogurt sauce on the side, so you can pour it on top of the rice and make it even more delicious than it already is by itself. What’s pretty great about this rice dish is that you can pick your favorite protein to go with it. I chose lamb
Garlic Shrimp
Lamb Biriyani
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because I wanted to try something different, but you can choose to have your biriyani rice with fish, shrimp, chicken, goat or you could also enjoy it with mixed veggies. Vegetarians can rejoice in the multiple options Bay Leaves offers. The restaurant strives to give that extra attention to anyone wanting a vegetarian or gluten-free dish. You may think that these dishes might not be as flavorful, etc. But that’s not a worry here, every dish, vegetarian or not, is marvelous and delicious. And with plenty of chicken, fish and lamb dishes packed with a punch that are sure to delight any meat eater, Bay Leaves is the kind of restaurant that has something for everyone.
Don’t forget to leave some room for dessert!
Just when I thought I couldn’t eat anymore and was ready for a nap, our waiter surprised us with a Caramel Butterscotch Banana Dosa. This interesting and delicious dessert is perfect for sharing. It tastes like a thin pancake and is served with warm chocolate syrup and caramel butterscotch sauce and stuffed with warm caramelized bananas… is your mouth watering yet?
Bay Leaves is located at 4023 W Waters Ave, Tampa, FL 33614.
You can dine in, take out or get their delicious food delivered straight to your door for those nextflix and chill type of nights. Visit bayleavesindiancuisine.com for a full menu and hours of operation.
Caramel Butterscotch Banana Dosa, Indian pancake stuffed with butterscotch caramel sauce, chocolate syrup and warm bananas.
Call 813-513-2505 or 813-284-6723 for more information.
Chicken Mappas - Traditional kerala curry cooked in thick coconut milk with potatoes, served with a side of rice
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Avast, me hearties!
Even though there are 60+ Krewes in Tampa, below you will find some krewes who do have membership availability. If you would like to know more about other krewes please visit the inter krewe council at interkrewe.com.
Krewe of Girls ‘n Pearls
Founded 15 years ago, and recently rebranded into an iconic and fabulous style, meet the all female Krewe of Girls ‘n Pearls. Ladies, Krewe life is not just for pirates! If you are looking for a fun way to make friends, help the local community, and parade in style- the fabulous Krewe of Girls ‘N Pearls may be just for you. We are an all-female Organization that strives to empower our sisters with positive encouragement, laughter, fun, and the joined efforts of helping those we can. Each year we choose a local charity to work with, this current year we are solely working for the Spring of Tampa Bay. Our costumes are classic 50’s cocktail dresses, pearls, gloves, and of course a stylish hat. Parading with our float that is reminiscent of the Copa Cabana cocktail lounges in days gone by called Club Pearlesque. Monthly socials, planned activities, are all part of our dues which are $300 per year and a $125 application/initiation fee. So please come and check us out at kreweofgirlsnpearls.com Our next event is Oct 15th at the Hip Room Tampa, it is a clothing swap to benefit the Spring of Tampa Bay, contact us today for more details kreweofgnp@ gmail.com.
Krewe of Shamrock
The Krewe of Shamrock (KOS) is a co-ed krewe and welcomes a diverse group of fun loving people who want to do good in the community. Our parade costume requirements are kilts or Celtic attire- which are comfy & cool in the Florida heat. Celtic heritage is NOT a requirement! Our official krewe season begins in October every year and annual dues are currently just $275 for full membership. We participate in five or more parades, with Downtown Tampa Santafest on Dec. 2nd kicking off the 2017-18 season. We work with many charities, including Feeding Tampa Bay, Metroploitan Ministries, Miles for Moffitt, Egypt Shriners, The Kids Place of TB, Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranch, One Breath at a Time and more. We also assist and attend other krewe’s charity events. KOS sponsors the Mayor’s River O’Green and we have an annual St. Patricks Day bash. Our next big annual event is www.tartanballtb.com on Nov.3rd Come to an upcoming KOS social, bring a friend & meet some new ones! Contact us at info@ kreweofshamrock.com or log onto KreweOfShamrock.com
Krewe of Mustang Sallies and Ryders
The Krewe of Mustang Sallies and Ryders, a co-ed Krewe consisting of all ages from diverse backgrounds and professions, was formed in April 2005 by a group of socially-conscious business professionals to provide a forum for networking and socializing. Our Krewe culture promotes individuality and the belief that our success is due to the contributions of each of our
DAYBREAK-ALZ Study Alzheimer’s Clinical Trial
Do you have memory problems that seem more than normal aging? AXIOM Clinical Research is currently recruiting for a clinical research study designed to see if a new investigational study medication could potentially slow the progression of early to mild Alzheimer’s disease. You may qualify if you are: • Between the ages of 55-85 • Have increasing issues with your memory and thinking, or have been diagnosed with early to mild Alzheimer’s disease
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Have a close relative or friend who can attend visits with you
Contact Phil Sabel at
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Axiom Clinical Research of Florida 2919 Swann Ave. Suite 105A Tampa, FL 33609
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members and it is reflected through the charities we support through fundraising efforts: Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranch; American Cancer Society; Shriners Children’s Hospital, Southeastern Guide Dogs to name a few. We are the only western themed krewe and our costume consists of corsets, jeans and chaps for the women; cowboy shirts, jeans and chaps for the men; as well as black cowboy hats and black cowboy boots for all members. Our current dues are $400 and $100 application fee.
annual parades as well as several other events in our area. To learn more about our Krewe check out our website: www. peglegpirate.org or like us on Facebook at Ye Notorious Krewe of the Peg Leg Pirate. You’ll also find upcoming events which you are invited to attend so you can meet us and see what we are all about! If you would like to speak directly to a person you can contact Elle, our Membership Chair at 813-215-6008. “The Krewe with a Kause!”
Ye Notorious Krewe of the Peg Leg Pirate
Ye Notorious Krewe of the Peg Leg Pirate is a coed Krewe that began in 2004, with the mission and dedication to help amputees, their families and organizations that work with or assist amputees. The Krewe sponsors several events during the year to raise funds necessary to support charities and scholarships for amputees, with our Annual Sporting Clays Shoot being the largest event. Our Krewe is small, 60 members, which allows for lots of interactions and fun times! Our Garb is traditional pirate in red and black, riding on a ship (large enough to accommodate all) through the streets of Tampa in 5
Ye Notorious Krewe of the Peg Leg Pirate
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Ye Loyal Krewe of Lords and Ladies
Ye Loyal Krewe of Lords and Ladies is a co-ed service based Krewe dedicated to the betterment of our community. We are a 15th century royal Krewe based on the legend of Robin Hood, without the thievery of course. Like the story of Robin Hood we like to keep it local, helping our our neighbors by meeting their specific needs. We have raised money by playing bingo for a new bathroom at Family Promise of Brandon’s day center, collected consumable household products for Everyday Blessings and Christmas gifts for Metropolitan Ministries. We’ve paraded through the streets Tampa, the halls of St Joseph’s children hospital, as well as local nursing homes. If you would like to be a part of something legendary contact us today at Kreweoflordsandladies@yahoo. com
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SOUTH TAMPA Friday, Saturday & Halloween Cruise Times: 7:00, 8:00, 9:00, 10:00 & 11:00 PM Sunday & Thursday Cruise Times: 7:00, 8:00, 9:00, 10:00 Includes: – Boarding Photo available for purchase – Beer and wine available for purchase on board Date(s): October 6, 2017 - October 29, 2017 Hours: 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM Location: 603 Channelside Dr. Tampa, FL 33602 http://www.piratewatertaxi.com/river-of-frights/
filled with interactive theatrical experiences , and a scheduled invitation to one of the four different Release Rooms. Date(s): October 13, 2017 - October 28, 2017 Hours: 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM Admission: $100 Location: 611 N Franklin St Tampa, FL 33602 http://elegantfear.com/about/
Howl-O-Scream For 19 select nights, the scares are everywhere at Howl-O-Scream® 2017. Designed to terrify, Busch Gardens’ haunted houses will return with a vengeance, but the scares don’t stop there. Unspeakable frights live around every dark corner and even Busch Gardens’ pulse-pounding thrill rides are overrun with creatures riding alongside brave, thrill-seeking guests. Howl-O-Scream is bringing fear to the next level and once you’re in, you’re all in.
Sesame Street Safari of Fun Spooky Safari Kids’ Weekend
Hours: 7:30 PM - 1:00 AM Location: 10165 N McKinley Dr Tampa, FL 33612 https://buschgardens.com/tampa/events/howl-oscream/
Everyone’s favorite Sesame Street® friends are hosting a party just for kids! Bert and Ernie guide the way during Spooky Safari weekend on Oct. 21 and 22. Embark on a kid-friendly scavenger hunt, meet some of Busch Gardens’ animal ambassadors and make safari-inspired Halloween crafts. Kids can also enjoy trick-or-treating, fall festival games, a hay bale maze and character parades led by Bert and Ernie.
Tampa Bay Burger Week The time has come to celebrate one of life’s greatest offerings—BURGERS! Creative Loafing is bringing back Tampa Bay Burger Week: exclusively-priced $7 burger specials from dozens of Tampa Bay’s tastiest restaurants from October 19th through October 29th.
River of Frights Stay close to your fearless captain on this journey to uncover the dark secrets hidden amongst the waterways of Tampa. Travel along the shadow haunted passes filled with the sights and sounds of the betrayed and undead. Brave your way through unexpected terrors lurking on the river, including live, interactive entertainment. River of Frights is an intense adventure and chilling cruise experience! Book your tickets in advance to ensure availability! $25.00 (plus tax) Thursday & Sunday $35.00 (plus tax) Friday & Saturday Boarding Time: 5-10 minutes prior to Departure Cruise Length: 40 minutes’
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Date(s): October 21, 2017 - October 22, 2017 Hours: 11:00 AM - 3:30 PM Location: 10165 N McKinley Dr Tampa, FL 33612 https://buschgardens.com/tampa
Date(s): October 19, 2017 - October 29, 2017 Hours: 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
The Vault of Souls The Exchange National Bank opened in 1923 to protect the worldly possessions of Tampa’s High Society. Shortly after opening, the bank began offering protection for their clients in the afterlife as well. “The Vault of Souls” was created. This paranormal purgatory was constructed in the basement of the bank and became the safe haven for carefully selected individuals. WHAT CAN I EXPECT? A reservation includes complimentary valet parking, access to 2 very different themed lounges, each
Tampa Bay Wing Fling Purchase grilled, fried, dry, saucy or smoked wings from more than 15 wing joints at this festival with live music, beer, bourbon drinks, and games. Date(s): October 21, 2017 Hours: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM Admission: GA $10, 12 & younger free Location: 600 N Ashley Dr Tampa, FL 33602
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Bar Crawl Charity Classic Scavenger Hunt Round up your team (max 6) or join as an individual Crawler and participate in the Centre Club Scavenger Hunt! This event combines solving fun riddles, exploring Downtown Tampa, having a great time and enjoying a cold beverage or two along the way.
its roots and bringing together thousands of Tampa Bay’s most haunted souls to “Party With A Purpose”. Date(s): October 27, 2017 Hours: 8:00 PM - 3:00 AM Location: 2010 Republica de Cuba (14th Ave), Corner of Palm Ave & 14th St. Tampa, FL 33602 http://www.13uglymen.com
RSVP Today: https://classic.als.net/register/?id=2390 (prices will increase)
GUPPYWEEN
This Scavenger Hunt is Centre Club Tampa’s contribution to a global ClubCorp Initiative called Charity Classic. Net proceeds raised during this event and all Charity Classic events will be allocated evenly to 3 nonprofits
It’s going to be a spooktacular time at Guppyween where kids can trick or treat throughout the Aquarium. We’ll have family-friendly entertainment and a sea of candy in a safe setting. All Aquarium exhibits, including our new outdoor plaza tiki bar and Splash Pad, will be open.
ENTRY FEE INCLUDES: 1. Brunch and after party at the Centre Club 2. Discounted food/drink specials at participating venues Downtown Tampa 3. More than 15 scavenger riddles and map 4. The opportunity to win some awesome prizes
October 28th & 29th / 1-5 p.m.
Repticon Tampa Reptile & Exotic Animal Show Repticon Tampa is a reptile event featuring vendors offering reptile pets, supplies, feeders, cages, and merchandise as well as live animal seminars and frequent free raffles for coveted prizes. Exciting, educational, family-oriented fun for everyone! Admission: Adults - $10, Children (5-12) - $5, Under 5 - Free Visit our website for special offers on 2-day and VIP tickets Date(s): November 4, 2017 - November 5, 2017 Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Location: 4800 N US Highway 301 Tampa, FL 33610 http://repticon.com/florida/tampa/
Date(s): October 22, 2017 Hours: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Location: 123 S. Westshore Blvd. | 8th Floor Tampa, FL 33609
Fall Out Boy in Tampa November 5, 2017 @ 7:00 PM 401 Channelside Drive Tampa, Florida 33602
On Your Feet! From their humble beginnings in Cuba, Emilio and Gloria Estefan came to America and broke through all barriers to become a crossover sensation at the very top of the pop music world. But just when they thought they had it all, they almost lost everything. From international superstardom to life-threatening tragedy, ON YOUR FEET! takes you behind the music and inside the real story of this record-making and groundbreaking couple who, in the face of adversity, found a way to end up on their feet. Date(s): October 24, 2017 - October 29, 2017 Hours: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Location: 1010 N W.C. MacInnes Place Carol Morsani Hall Tampa, FL 33602
Tampa Pig Jig 2017 What began as a backyard BBQ has grown into the Tampa Pig Jig on the River, a waterfront blowout with great bands, delicious food, fun games, and more than 6,000 attendees last year. Over the past 6 years, the Pig Jig event has raised over $2,000,000 with all proceeds benefiting NephCure Kidney International. Our goal for this year alone is to raise $1,000,000! Help us ‘Cue Up a Cure for FSGS! Date(s): October 28, 2017 Hours: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM Admission: FREE to attend Location: 600 N Ashley Dr Tampa, FL 33602
13 Ugly Men Presents 20th Annual Halloween Party - Proceeds benefiting
The Junior League of Tampa Holiday Gift Market - Celebrating 91 Years of The Junior League of Tampa Shopping for a cause has never been better. The Holiday Gift Market Presented by Publix is the League’s largest fundraising event. The newly expanded event features over 160 merchants, with more than 60 who are new this year. The Junior League of Tampa commits 100% of the event net proceeds to fund our programs and community projects in the areas of education and child welfare. WHEN: Thursday, November 9th –PREVIEW PARTY: 7 pm to 10 pm (open to public with purchase of event ticket) Friday, November 10th - 9 am to 8 pm Saturday, November 11th - 9 am to 6 pm Sunday, November 12th - 9 am to 3 pm
Redefining Refuge.
WHERE: Florida State Fairgrounds Expo Hall & Entertainment Hall 4800 US Highway 301 N., Tampa, FL 33610
A massive outdoor area with a stage, light show and DJ’s will set the back drop for this epic event. Step inside to 3 floors of entertainment including plenty of new tricks and treats taking Halloween back to
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