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14 SUGAR MONSTER Taming the candy intake this Halloween
30 WHY WORRY ABOUT OBAMA’S SPEECH The Controversy over the School Speech 34 FAMILY EATS
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No one’s born being good at things, you become good at things through hard work. You’re not a varsity athlete the first time you play a new sport. You don’t hit every note the first time you sing a song. You’ve got to practice. It’s the same with your schoolwork. You might have to do a math problem a few times before you get it right, or read something a few times before you understand it, or do a few drafts of a paper before it’s good enough to hand in. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it. I do that every day. Asking for help isn’t a sign of weakness, it’s a sign of strength. It shows you have the courage to admit when you don’t know something, and to learn something new. So find an adult you trust – a parent, grandparent or teacher; a coach or counselor – and ask them to help you stay on track to meet your goals. And even when you’re struggling, even when you’re discouraged, and you feel like other people have given up on you – don’t ever give up on yourself. Because when you give up on yourself, you give up on your country. The story of America isn’t about people who quit when things got tough. It’s about people who kept going, who tried harder, who loved their country too much to do anything less than their best. It’s the story of students who sat where you sit 250 years ago, and went on to wage a revolution and found this nation. Students who sat where you sit 75 years ago who overcame a Depression and won a world war; who fought for civil rights and put a man on the moon. Students who sat where you sit 20 years ago who founded Google, Twitter and Facebook and changed the way we communicate with each other. So today, I want to ask you, what’s your contribution going to be? What problems are you going to solve? What discoveries will you make? What will a president who comes here in twenty or fifty or one hundred years say about what all of you did for this country? Your families, your teachers, and I are doing everything we can to make sure you have the education you need to answer these questions. I’m working hard to fix up your classrooms and get you the books, equipment and computers you need to learn. But you’ve got to do your part too. So I expect you to get serious this year. I expect you to put your best effort into everything you do. I expect great things from each of you. So don’t let us down – don’t let your family or your country or yourself down. Make us all proud. I know you can do it.
Ending of President Obama’s speech to school children given on September 8, 2009. For the entire speech visit WhiteHouse.gov HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
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Cellphone Dangers health & wellness
More than 4 billion people around the world use cell phones (ITU 2009). Because cell phone technology has been around for just two decades, scientists do not yet fully understand long-term health risks from cell phone radiation. But recent research has prompted serious concerns about exposure to wireless emissions. Prior to 2003, studies of cancer risk and cell phone use produced conflicting results. FDA told consumers that scientists had found no harmful health effects from exposure to cell phone emissions. (FDA 2003). But FDA's assurances were based on studies of people who had used cell phones for just 3 years, on average (FDA 2003), not long enough to develop cancer. At that time, studies had not addressed the risks of longer-term cell phone radiation exposures. The research gap is closing. Scientists around the world have recently associated serious health problems with using cell phones for 10 years or longer: •
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A joint study by researchers in Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden and the United Kingdom found that people who had used cell phones for more than 10 years had a significantly increased risk of developing glioma, a usually malignant brain tumor, on the side of the head they had favored for cell phone conversations (International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) 2008; Lahkola 2007). French and German scientists reported an increased risk of glioma for longterm cell phone users (Hours 2007; Schuz, Bohler, Berg 2006). Analysis of all published cell phone-brain tumor studies found that people who had used a cell phone for 10 or more years, the overall risk for developing a glioma on the cell phone side of the head increased by 90 percent (Hardell 2009; Kundi 2009). Cell phone use for 10 years and longer has been also associated with significantly increased risk of acoustic neuroma, a type of benign brain tumor, on the primary side of cell phone use (IARC 2008; Schoemaker 2005). An extensive review of published studies of acoustic neuroma found that long-term cell phone users had a 60 percent greater risk of being diagnosed with the disease (Hardell 2009; Kundi 2009). A study from Israel reported an association between frequent and prolonged mobile phone use and parotid (salivary) gland tumors (Sadetzki 2008). Scientists analyzing data from Sweden and Denmark combined found that people who had used cell phones for at least 10 years ran an increased risk of benign parotid gland tumors (IARC 2008; Lonn 2006). Multiple studies reported that the brains of young children absorb more radiation than those of adults (de Salles 2006; Gandhi 1996; Kang 2002; Martinez-Burdalo 2004; Wang 2003; Wiart 2008), potentially rendering them more vulnerable to brain tumors (NRC 2008b). Researchers in Sweden found the highest risk of brain tumors among people who started using cell phones during adolescence (Hardell 2009). Scientists have known for decades that high doses of the radiofrequency radiation emitted by cell phones can penetrate the body, heat tissues, trigger behavioral problems and damage sensitive tissues like the eyeball and testicle (Heynick 2003; IEEE 2006). Yet when cell phones went on the market in the 1980s, federal regulators did not require manufacturers to prove they were safe (GAO 1994). Recent studies raise particular concerns about the impact of cell phone emissions on children. The National Research Council (NRC) has observed that "with the rapid advances in technologies and communications utilizing [radiation in the range of cell phone frequencies], children are increasingly exposed... at earlier ages (starting at age 6 or before)" (NRC 2008b). The NRC called for "investigation of the potential effects of RF fields in the development of childhood brain tumor" (NRC 2008b). Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine
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Recent studies link cell phone radiation to: Brain cancer Salivary gland tumors Behavioral problems Migraines and vertigo
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Research by France Telecom scientists showed that under standard conditions of use, twice as much cell phone radiation would penetrate a child’s thinner, softer skull than an adult’s (Wiart 2008). These results confirm earlier findings that children’s heads absorb more radiofrequency radiation than adults (Gandhi 1996; Kang 2002; Wang 2003).
Children will be exposed to cell phone radiation for more years and therefore in greater total amounts than the current generation of adults (NRC 2008b). Few research studies have focused on the health hazards of children’s cell phone use, even though the youth market is growing. But one recent study of 13,159 Danish children showed that young children who use cell phones and whose mothers also used cell phones during pregnancy are 80 percent more likely to suffer emotional and hyperactivity problems (Divan 2008). In response to the growing debate over the safety of cell phone emissions, government agencies in Germany, Switzerland, Israel, United Kingdom, France, and Finland and the European Parliament have recommended actions to help consumers reduce exposures to cell phone radiation, especially for young children. In contrast, the two U.S. federal agencies that regulate cell phones, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Federal Communication Commission (FCC), have all but ignored evidence that long term cell phone use may be risky. The FCC adopted radiation standards developed by the cell phone industry 17 years ago. These standards, still in use, allow 20 times more radiation to reach the head than the rest of the body. They do not account for risks to children. While compiling a database of radiation emitted by more than 1,000 cell phones sold in the U.S., the Environmental Working Group has found that emissions can vary by a factor of up to 8 from one phone to another. The cell phone industry has reported 270 million wireless subscriptions by the end of 2008, equivalent to 87 percent of the U.S. population (CTIA 2009, ITU 2009). This number is only expected to grow. Consumers need — at a minimum — easy access to cell phone radiation information so that they can make informed purchasing decisions and protect themselves and their families from potential health concerns. For more information and to see a list of safe phones visit TBParenting.com.
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Flu-ish Thinking BY DR. PETER A. GORSKI We have all heard much about the global epidemic of the H1N1 strain of influenza, better known as swine flu. While this illness is in its early stages of contagion in this hemisphere, it’s time to separate fact from fiction and begin to weigh the sensible risks and strategies to minimize your personal danger. So far, the swine flu has spread more rapidly than seasonal influenza infections in the past. As children returned to schools recently, exposure and infection rates are likely to rise. The more congested the community, the higher the likelihood that people will contract the illness. Urban areas could expose up to one-quarter of the population. At the same time, this flu has not become more aggressive or harmful as it invades. Most people who have contracted swine flu have fully recovered without medical attention. However, unlike most seasonal flus, people of all ages and health conditions are susceptible to H1N1. Here are a few reasoned suggestions for you to consider and act upon to minimize the health risks to you and to others: • Get yourself and your family immunized for seasonal influenza now and for H1N1 influenza when the vaccine becomes available. • If you develop symptoms of influenza (fever, head ache, muscle aches, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, cough), stay home, minimize contact with others until fever and cough have abated, and seek medical attention if symptoms worsen after the first few days. • All of us should be scrupulous about frequent handwashing, covering our mouths when we cough and using hand sanitizers that we keep nearby at all times. • The Florida Department of Health maintains a tollfree H1N1 Swine flu information line. Open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., the free call provides public health information updates on a weekly basis in English, Spanish and Creole. The number is 1-877-352-3581. Peter A. Gorski, M.D., M.P.A. is the Director of Research and Innovation at the Children’s Board of Hillsborough County and Professor of Pediatrics, Public Health, and Psychiatry at the University of South Florida. For more info visit www.dreamsworthgrowing.com
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Taming the Halloween candy intake
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BY AMY GALL or many families, Halloween and trick-ortreating go hand in hand. And while watching your little princess or miniature superhero collect treats from the neighbors can be a lot of fun, dealing with the sugar monster that will no doubt rear its head a few hours later can be down right scary.
According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, consuming 12 average-size Halloween treats is equal to eating 30 packets of sugar or guzzling 1 liter of soda. Even more spooky: the average Jack-O-Lantern bucket can hold approximately 250 pieces of small candy. But according to Meghan Aguerreberry, program coordinator of St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital’s “Why Weight?” program for kids, trick-or-treating doesn’t have to equal a free pass for kids to gobble down as much candy as possible. “Before Halloween, let kids know what is a reasonable amount of candy to eat that night and in the days following,” said Aguerreberry. “Together, you can decide how the treats will be rationed out after the holiday.” To avoid sugar overload and a trip down “Nightmare on My Street” this Halloween, Aguerreberry suggests the following tips: • Feed children a healthy dinner before trick-or-treating to lessen the temptation to fill up on candy while going house to house. • Go out early, before candy-givers are more likely to give handfuls of treats to get rid of their candy supply. • Plan the trick-or-treat route beforehand, limiting the number of houses they visit. Aguerreberry suggests that parents encourage kids not to rush from house to house, but instead take their time and enjoy the night. • Walk, don’t drive, if possible, to get some physical activity in while candy collecting. • Take some emphasis off candy by focusing on fun Halloween activities, including carving a
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pumpkin, roasting pumpkin seeds, decorating the yard and choosing costumes for everyone in the family. “Children caught up in the excitement of other Halloween activities are less likely to focus only on the candy,” said Aguerreberry. • Carefully check all treats before letting children eat them. • Allow children to enjoy some Halloween sweets, while focusing on good nutrition the rest of the year. • And perhaps the hardest tip to follow - parents should be good role models by not eating all the candy themselves. Want to learn more about how to avoid sugar overload throughout the year? St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital’s “Why Weight?” class is a unique weight management program for kids that addresses all aspects of healthy eating while making it fun and interesting for kids. To learn more, please visit www.stjosephschildrens.com or call (813) 870- 4808.
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Three easy steps when dealing with childhood disorders BY ASHLEY LIPPINCOTT ADD, ADHD, ODD…the list goes on and they all end with the same “D”--disorder. The D travels with the diagnosed kids, sometimes making for an uncomfortable day. Teachers are upset, parents are upset and most importantly the kids themselves are upset. Some days may seem like a losing battle to these kids. Add a new letter, O = Order. Here are 3 easy steps to help add some “O!”
MAKE IT MUNDANE Routine and structure are comforting. We all like to know what to expect. As basic as it sounds, regular (early) bedtimes, mealtimes and diet (so important, yet so often overlooked) choices are key. With the rush of each school week, it’s easy to stray and have a fast food dinner after baseball practice followed by a late bedtime and homework finished over breakfast in the morning. While this may fit in all the activities, it’s not setting your child up for success. Slow down. Take a breath. Decide what’s most important here--getting your child’s behavior back under your child’s control. Make sure to keep the routines simple and predictable.
VISIT SCHOOL We are visual creatures by nature. Your hearing the descriptions of your child’s school behavior may not be enough--you might need to see it, too. Schedule an appointment-drop-ins are not usually met with open arms--with your school to first discuss the behaviors (be sure to bring an extra set of ears as you might not catch all the details) and then ask to observe your child where you can’t be seen (behaviors typically change when a parent is spotted). Once you see the targeted behaviors occur in school, you might recognize them in other settings and can then use the teachable moment to help your child find different behavioral choices to make once back in school.
GROUP WORK Social skills groups are so beneficial because they use the power of peer pressure. While individual counseling is great, sometimes having the therapist tell the kid-on-the-couch what he needs to do (not the goal of most therapy sessions, but sometimes the perception of the child/client) can be met with some resistance. A skilled group leader can coax all those great lessons right out of the mouths of your child’s peers. Anything sounds better coming from a friend than an adult! Ask your school guidance counselor for a list of outside counseling resources and recommendations for a social skills group. Look/ask for a group covering social skills, impulse control, and self-esteem. As a master’s level therapist as well as a doctoral candidate for a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and graduate assistant at the University of South Florida (teaching Human Relationship Skills), Ashley Lippincott spends her days sharing, teaching, talking and writing all things related to child and family wellness. AshleyLippincott.com
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Extraordinary Woman
Victoria Peasley was raised in Honolulu, Hawaii. Her father was “Mr. Mom” while her mother pursued her career to support them. A career opportunity for her mother took them to Colorado Springs, Colorado where Victoria completed high school and met her husband. He is originally from Florida, and was stationed at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs when they met. After dating for 3 years, they married and then moved to Florida so he could pursue his career. Victoria completed college at the University of South Florida with a degree in Education. She taught for a few years, and after deciding to start their family, she left teaching to pursue a business opportunity in the insurance industry. She wanted to have a better income along with more flexibility. After a few years, Mary Kay Cosmetics found her.
“I originally started my Mary Kay business as a hobby because I thought it would be a great way to network my insurance services and an excuse to get out of the house and have some fun!”, says Victoria. But, two weeks after she ordered her starter kit, her husband suffered a work-related injury, and during his 6 month recovery, his income was split in half! With both of our boys under the age of two, she needed to supplement his income to support thier family. “Mary Kay was the perfect way to work a second job and make a significant impact to our budget.”, says Victoria. A short 9 months later, she earned the position of Independent Sales Director and found herself making enough money that she could quit her job in insurance and pursue the Mary Kay business full-time. Victoria continues, “Now, after 5 years in business, I have not only enjoyed the privilege of earning the use of four Mary Kay Career Cars and an executive level of income, I have been able to work from home and raise my boys in a positive, inspiring environment.” ANGELA: What do you think your secret to success is? VICTORIA: My mom and dad taught me that if it wasn’t worth working for, it wasn’t worth having. They taught me to set big goals and to always finish them. They also taught me the power of faith and that anything is possible. So, with that belief system, I have always set my sights high and pushed myself. However, I do believe that if it wasn’t for the wonderful support of my husband, I would not be where I am today. We have been together for 16 years, and he has always set the example to reach for your dreams and has shown me the value of committing your life to helping others. He helps me juggle the responsibilities and schedule of having a family with both of us pursuing careers and has always supported me being a career mom. ANGELA: What is your Biggest Fear? VICTORIA: I think the thought of not making a positive impact on those around me in my life. I know that I was put here for the purpose to inspire others to believe in themselves and in the power of faith, and sometimes you don’t always see the results of your efforts. ANGELA: What Goals do you have for your future? VICTORIA: The goals I have for my future is to earn the position of an Independent National Sales Director in Mary Kay. At this level, I will truly have the platform to not only inspire more women in our company but in our business community as well. I love to share my ideas and help women achieve success in their chosen path, and I see myself having the
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opportunity to help many more women at this level in our company. ANGELA: What do you love and hate about being a mom? VICTORIA: What I love most about being a mom is those teachable moments. Not only the moments in which you see your children learning something from an experience, but the moments when I learn from them are priceless. I also love how entertaining they can be. The boys are so much fun to be around, and they really love to make me laugh. What do I hate most? Although I am used to it now, never being able to sleep in late has been an adjustment for me! I have always been a night owl, and loved my weekends of sleeping in late. Now as a mom, I have to go on vacation just to catch up on my sleep! ANGELA: How do you balance motherhood and work? VICTORIA: Plan, plan, plan! I take a lot of time to plan my work so that I can be there for my family for the things that are important to us. I am also learning to delegate. I think all moms figure out at one point or another that they can’t do it all on their own. I don’t know why we all think we are Wonder Woman! If there is something that needs to be done, but doing it takes away from my goals, quality time with my family or my joy, I am learning more and more to ask for help. ANGELA: Biggest inspiration or role model? VICTORIA: I honestly have to say that my husband is my biggest inspiration. He has spent his whole life pursuing his dream and life’s purpose and has always been passionate and crystal clear on the calling on his life. He never gives up and always does his best at any task or duty given to him. I am so grateful that I met him at a young age, because I believe he has truly made an impact on the woman I have become. ANGELA: How do you relax/take time for you? VICTORIA: Just about every morning, I get up before the boys and spend quiet time just relaxing, praying and mentally preparing for my day. This is the most important time I take for myself and I feel it prepares me for all that I have come my way in a typical day. I also enjoy taking an evening by myself when my husband is working late, getting the kids down to bed a bit early and just catching up on television shows or movies, or finishing a good book. ANGELA: What message would you like to give to other women? VICTORIA: To never give up. If you have found your purpose and passion, pursue it with tenacity. If you haven’t found it, do all you can to seek it out because it truly is a gift. Remember what it was like as a little girl to dream, and dream again. I truly believe dreams and desires are given to us by our Creator, and if He gives us those dreams and desires, He also gives us the skills and tools necessary to attain them. ANGELA: What else would you like to share with our readers? VICTORIA: There is no greater privilege than to be a wife, mother and career woman. You truly can have it all if you are willing to work for it. DO YOU KNOW AN EXTRAORDINARY WOMAN? NOMINATE HER AT TBPARENTING.COM
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Why worry about Obama’s school speech? BY MARK HELLER
The recent controversy over the President’s speech to America’s school children caused me to feel a measure of dismay. The political gamesmanship that surrounded the event was very much a sign of the times. The far right suspected that the President’s goal was to “brainwash” our students into supporting his “socialist agenda.” Some even compared him to Hitler! The left defended the President’s “right” to speak with our nation’s children while conveniently ignoring the criticisms and partisan objections they voiced when President George H.W. Bush similarly addressed the country’s school children in 1991. That our politics have come to the point at which a number of parents would refuse to allow their children hear the President of the United States address them, that they would rather pull their children out of school than have them exposed to their nation’s elected leader, tells me that we are not serving our children well as they travel the road to true citizenship.
how to listen respectfully, how to question respectfully, and how to come to their own opinions and votes while respecting those who may come to different conclusions. In essence, we want them to learn how to be citizens. In order to do that, they have to be exposed to different points of view. We would like them to study those points of view. If we were to show the President’s speech, we would hope that those families who disagree with the President’s comments would engage their children in discussion about what the President says, and that they will in turn provide (and teach) their own countervailing views. When you do so, please also reinforce rules of respect and polite civil discourse. (“We disagree with the President because . . .” ) Examine his choice of words as an English teacher would. Explain why the words chosen make you doubt his sincerity or, in the alternative, inspire you. Above all, discuss it and, in the process, teach your child how to think and act with respect.
We want our students to I believe we “The responsibility each of you has for your education. I want to learn that patriots can have reached start with the responsibility you have to yourself. Every single disagree about policy an important choices in a democracy juncture in one of you has something you’re good at. Every single one of you while still loving their educating our has something to offer. And you have a responsibility to yourself country and wanting children about the best for all of her citizenship, and I to discover what that is. That’s the opportunity an education can people. Opting out of hope we can take provide”- from President Obama’s speech to school children on 9-8-09 hearing a speech by the advantage of the President or a member opportunity this situation has given us. I urge all Americans to step back of the clergy from a different religion or any opinionated speaker does from the partisan politics of the day to help our children learn about not serve the goal of learning about others and, eventually, yourself. We participating in our democracy in ways that will create better actors, voters, believe that our students’ education is well-served by exploration and and leaders. The first step on that path, I believe, is to help us all return to engagement about issues, not by refusing to even hear opposing views. a higher level of respect in our national, local, and personal interactions. What follows is text from a letter I wrote to my school community about As a school, we are absolutely fine with our students disagreeing with this topic in the days immediately before President Obama’s speech to whomever is President and voicing that disagreement, even publicly, as students. I hope that by sharing these parts of that letter, it will help long as every student shows respect to every speaker and every event us generate a new type of dialog that will serve our children well in that they attend. We want all of our students to know that they have their growth toward responsible, active, engaged citizenship. After all, the right to disagree with the President or their Congressman or the creating good citizens has always been one of the most significant goals Governor, and that they have many appropriate avenues in which to of American education. voice that disagreement, including their vote. We very much want to engage our students about the world around them and about taking part in our democratic system. We feel that they ought to learn about our national issues and hear perspectives on those issues regardless of which party’s philosophy they might endorse. As an administration, we see a big problem in our country today – that, as a nation, we are not very good right now at engaging in civil discussion and disagreement about the policies and political philosophies that are being “debated” in the public square. We very much want our school to be a place where our students learn to listen to all sides of a debate and engage in questioning, answering, and exploring, but always in a polite and civil tone. We do not want our students to become liberals. We do not want our students to become conservatives. We want them to learn
Our democracy needs its young people. But before they turn 18 they ought to learn how to be better citizens and better participants than the models they see in their daily swim through our culture’s waters. Their educational experience [ought to] help them learn how to participate with respect for others, respect for ideas, and respect for our country, the greatest nation on Earth. Mark Heller is Head of School at Academy at the Lakes, a Junior K4 – 12th grade independent school in the North Tampa community of Land O’Lakes. Learn more about Academy at the Lakes by visiting www.academyatthelakes.org.
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Maid Brigade Donates Green Cleaning Services to Cancer Patients Maid Brigade has announced the company will give away a free house cleaning to four Tampa area cancer patients, and offer a fifty percent discount on cleaning services afterward for up to one year. Having a clean house is very important for cancer patients for their physical as well as mental health, says Carrie Knight, owner of Maid Brigade of Tampa Bay. Cancer patients often have compromised immune systems and can be susceptible to disease, making a clean home necessary. Maid Brigade’s exclusive green cleaning system eliminates the use of harsh, toxic chemicals that can cause pollution in your home and damage to the environment. The benefit of your home being cared for can relieve stress and aid recovery—especially when women are ill from chemotherapy or surgery and can’t take care of their home and families as they used to. “As soon as we heard about Cleaning for a Reason, we had to be involved,” Knight said. “We can really improve the lives of customers by doing what we do better than anyone else: providing them with the peace of mind that comes from having a clean home.” Maid Brigade pays its employees their regular salaries, as it would for a paying customer, because donating the services is a corporate gift, not an employee donation. This helps keep the gift confidential if the client desires-- even from the person cleaning the home. “Some customers don’t even want my cleaners to know they are sick because they don’t want sympathy,” she said. “We try to allow customers as much privacy as they need.” aid Brigade of Tampa Bay provides cleaning services for homeowners and businesses in Hillsborough and Pasco counties. For more information, contact Carrie Knight at (813) 932-9777 or TampaBay.MaidBrigade.com
Teach and Taste Wine Teach & Taste Wine is a wine tasting workshop series organized by Time For Wine and Ahern Insurance at the Carrollwood Cultural Center. Through a series of classes, wine guide Charles Visalli will teach you how to taste wine, wine countries, how to choose a wine, food pairing, and much more. In the next workshop, on Thursday, October 8, “Travel Around the Wine Globe” will provide you with guided tours from places in Argentina, Italy, Germany, California and Washington. You will learn how to plan for a wine vacation including who to speak with to arrange guided tours in these wine countries, the best times to visit and how to make reservations for Cooking Schools and a Vintners Dinner.
dates: Wednesdays Women & Wine Women enjoy a bottomless glass of house wine for $16 at the Blu Figs, 15463 N. Dale Mabry Highway, www.BluFigs.com October 4, 3 pm Beauty and the Beast An original adaptation by Play’n Around Traveling Children’s Theatre. Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road Tampa 33618, (813)269-1310, www.CarrollwoodCenter.org October 6, 8:15 pm Rabbi Harold Kushner will be interviewed by live broadcast on FEAR on how to overcome our own fears. Rabbi Kushner is the author of When Bad Things Happen to Good people. Free. www. JewishTampa.org October 9-18 Man of La Mancha At the Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road Tampa 33618, (813)269-1310, www. CarrollwoodCenter.org October 18, 6:30pm Jazz Under the Stars Bring your beach blankets and lawn chairs on and enjoy the third annual “Jazz Under the Stars” at St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church. Rain location is in the sanctuary. St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church, 689-6849 ext 224 or visit www.standrewsbrandon.org.
Upcoming workshops include: - October 22: The Art of Blind Tasting - November 5: Food, Cheese, and Dessert Wine Pairings - November 19: Elements of Terroir on Wines
October 10 & 24, 6-8pm Brandon Westfield Fall Music Series Free live music and activities for the entire family. Westfield Brandon Shopping Center Restaurant Courtyard, 459 Brandon Town Center. 813-661-6255, www.Westfield.com
These workshops are held at the Carrollwood Cultural Center 4537 Lowell Road in Tampa from 6 pm to 7:30 pm. Cost is $20 for Carrollwood Cultural Center members and $25 for non-members per workshop. Prepayment is required. Contact Charles Visalli to reserve your seat at 813-6641430.
October 19 Golf Tournament benefitting IDS Avila Golf & Country Club in Tampa. Idsyes.com or 813-404-6700 October 25, 7:30 pm A Girl’s Night Out Special Event! Susie Essman with Joy Behar talk candidly about being themselves and Susie’s alter ego, Susie Greene. JewishTampa.org
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south Hillsborough Apollo Beach, Brandon, Lithia, Riverview, Ruskin, South Tampa, Tampa, Valrico, Fishhawk
Poco Pattino Expands to International Plaza Location Children’s shoe boutique and South Tampa shopping treasure, Poco Pattino, expands to a second store, now located in International Plaza. The grand opening took place in August and saw families taking advantage of back-to-school shopping featuring a wide variety of hard-to-find European lines of shoes and accessories for children. Since the store’s opening in 2005, the boutique has garnered a loyal following of Tampa Bay area shoppers in search of the perfect shoes for their child’s needs. Carrying a variety of European and top U.S. footwear lines, Poco Pattino and its online store pocopattino.com, continue to assist a national customer base searching for the ideal fit for all types and sizes of children’s feet. Perfect for the Florida weather, Poco Pattino’s back-to-school fashion includes the up-and-coming Tsukihoshi’s line of incredibly lightweight sneakers that boast a Green Tea antibacterial insole, excellent arch support and machine washable materials. Poco Pattino at International Plaza is located next to Nordstrom on the upstairs promenade. The original Poco Pattino, located at 3830 W. Neptune Street in Tampa is also open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Speaking of Women’s Health Conference With so many health-related questions and options available, Tampa General Hospital will help women sort it all out by hosting the ever popular Speaking of Women’s Health. A limited number of tickets remain for this premiere women’s health event, scheduled for 8am – 2:30pm on Saturday, October 3rd at the Tampa Convention Center, so don’t delay in making your reservations. Now in its 10th year, Speaking of Women’s Health will pamper, educate and inform women about health, well-being and personal safety. Attendees will receive a fabulous gift bag, a lovely sit-down luncheon, health screenings and the opportunity to hear from a team of more than two dozen experts on a variety of health and well-being issues, ranging from women and sleep, to music and medicine. Nationally acclaimed author and physician, Marisa Weiss, MD will deliver the keynote address. Dr. Weiss’ talk entitled “Doctor, Doctor, Lend Me Your Ear”, uses compassion and her refreshing sense of humor to offer a practical approach for fostering the connection between patient and doctor. Weiss is a practicing breast cancer oncologist from Philadelphia and the author of the new book, Taking Care of Your “Girls”: A Breast Health Guide for Girls, Teens, and In-Betweens. She is a frequent guest on ABC’s Good Morning America and NBC’s Today. Attendees will have a chance to select up to four breakout sessions on topics ranging from diabetes to yoga, weight loss solutions to stretching your health care dollar. Among the sessions being offered: “Advice for Life Long Beautiful Skin,” presented by Neil Fenske, MD, “Is it Me or My Memory?” presented by Seema Eichler, PhD, “A Mind-Body Approach for Stress Management”, presented by Sheela Chokshi, MD; and “Sex and the Mid-Life Woman: What Your Mother Didn’t Tell You,” presented by Joan McCarthy, MD. Participants will learn about keeping their feet fit, minimally invasive hip and knee surgery, and the warning signs of heart attack in women – to name a few topics offered. Tickets are just $35 per person and must be purchased in advance. Call toll-free at (877) 745-7787 or visit www.tgh.org to purchase tickets online. The event is listed on the home page in red.
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dates: October 3, 10-2pm Locks of Love Event This great event at Hyde Park Village is a great opportunity to donate hair to a worth cause. Bring your 10” pony tail or longer ponytail or Level 2 Salon will cut and style your hair for you as a courtesy, Prizes for the longest and youngest ponytail donated. Call 813-254-404 to schedule a time or just stop by. www.levelsalon.com October 17-31 Pumpkin Patch in Hyde Park Village Monday - Wednesday: 5 pm to 8 pm, Thursday b Friday: 12 pm to 8 pm, Saturday: 10 am to 8 pm Sunday: 12 pm to 6 pm. For two weeks, you will find plump pumpkins, pets in costume and fun photo opportunities. Benefits the Humane Society of Tampa Bay. 813-254-6210, HydeParkVillage.net October 24, 9-3pm Holiday Shopping Event in South Tampa Stroll Down West Bay to Bay Blvd and shop 30+ vendors and 15 minute photography sessions for $50. For more information visit www. NicoleGellerPhotography.com or call 813-8374686. October 28, 6-9 pm Hyde Park Village Live Music Series Music by Rubix Cubed . Proceeds Benefiting the Child Abuse Council. 813-254-6210, HydeParkVillage.net Saturdays, 6-10pm Live Music Columbia Cafe at the History Center Celebrate Saturday night with a cool drink outside on the Columbia Cafe patio along the Riverwalk and enjoy live music from Al “Coffee” McDaniel. Al’s music effectively mixes R & B, Blues, NEO-Soul, and Jazz melodies with cool modern urban beats. 813-229-5511, www.TampaBayHistoryCenter.org
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46th Annual Art Harvest The Tampa Bay area’s largest fall arts festival, Art Harvest, is just around the corner! Several hundred artists from all over the country will display their works on Saturday and Sunday, November 7th and 8th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Highlander Park in Dunedin. For over 46 years, Art Harvest has been a family tradition to attend. Celebrating over 60 years in Pinellas County, the Junior League of Clearwater Dunedin hopes to raise at least $100,000 from this event. The proceeds have helped fund notable projects such as the Dunedin Fine Arts Center, UPARC Foundation, The Rick Pitino High Point Center, and the F.U.N. Bus, which has provided field trip transportation for over 50,000 area public school children. Currently, the League’s focus is on public awareness and support of the foster care system in Pinellas and Pasco Counties. Juan Ramirez Cotrino, this year’s featured artist, brings his unique style of precise lines and the pure use of color as seen in traditional Latin American art. Juan transforms passion into art by embracing life and the spirit reflecting his thoughts and feelings in a path of connection to life itself and nature consists. These characteristics give each of Juan’s paintings a strong compositional movement, varying from surrealism to figurative to even a touch of abstract. Juan uses symbols in his paintings to represent our lives as dream- like experiences and his palette varies from Oils to Acrylic to Mixed Media. Admission is Free. Parking is $5 at the Park. Kids visiting the Children’s Tent will have the chance to create free, age appropriate crafts to take home and enjoy. For More information, call the Junior League of Clearwater-Dunedin’s Headquarters at 727-738-5523 or JuniorLeagueArtHarvest.com
dates: October 3, 12noon-6pm Cypress Woods Elem PTA Golf Tournament The PTA cordially invites you to tee it up for a great cause – our kids! Please round up your favorite foursome (all skill levels welcome) and join us for an exciting day of golf on one of the finest private golf courses in Pinellas County. Wentworth Golf Club 2990 Wentworth Way, Tarpon Springs, 34688. Debbie Bechtel at 727.647.6355 October 3 Harbor Sounds Music Festival Free music festival and featured food vendors, childrens activities, and downtown strolls. SAFETY HARBOR MARINA, Safety Harbor 727-723-9000; visitflorida.com October 13, 5-9pm Annual Women in Networking Symposium The event is about becoming a smarter, more resourceful, goal-oriented woman and that’s the kind of information that will be discussed and celebrated. It’s a $10 donation in advance and $15 at the door. The event includes complimentary food, plenty of ongoing workshops and exhibitors, a great chance to network and learn at the same time, and here’s the absolute best part of all --- the net proceeds benefit two local non-profit agencies, The Haven of RCS and Women on the Way. HCA Patient Account Services located at 31975 US 19 N in Palm Harbor. WinSymposium.com
Example of work displayed at Art Harvest
3rd Friday Music Series on October 16, 2009 Shops and restaurants stay open late. Live entertainment performs throughout downtown. Food, Arts & Crafts and other vendors set up throughout downtown. Beer, Wine Soda Water available for purchase, Main Street, Downtown Safety Harbor, 6:00pm - 10:00pm 727-724-1572, Email: specialevents@cityofsafetyharbor.com FREE
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October 17, 9-1pm Get Fit Dunedin Expo The Expo features dozens of vendors, exhibitors and class demonstrations to get you on the right path to a healthy, livable lifestyle. Door prizes, healthy snacks, and raffles will be ongoing throughout the event. The Dunedin Community Center is located at 1920 Pinehurst Road, just north of Dunedin High School, at the corner of Michigan Boulevard and Pinehurst Road. www. Dunedingov.com
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Haunted Hike through Historic St. Petersburg Neighborhood Euclid/St. Paul’s, St. Petersburg’s most paranormal neighborhood, invites the public to a family-friendly Haunted Hike Saturday, October 17. Tours will leave the intersection of 13th Street and 13th Avenue North every 15 minutes between 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. The Hike is a one-mile walking tour and takes approximately one hour to complete. Guides will lead visitors down ESP’s creepy alleys and brick-paved streets to old homes and landmarks where costumed characters will tell spooky stories like: “Problem Patients at the Sanitarium” “Euclid Stew” “Real Vampire Housewives of Euclid St. Paul’s” Tickets are $5 for adults and $1 for kids 12 years old and under. Kids under two years old are free. They may be purchased at www.espna.org or at the intersection 13th Avenue and 13th Street North the night of the tour. Also at the corner of 13th Ave. and 13th St. N. will be the Ghouly Goodies Bake Sale featuring homemade baked goods. The ESP neighborhood is located between 9th and 22nd Avenues and 16th and MLK Streets North. Proceeds from the event and the bake sale will benefit the ESP Neighborhood Association and the Pet Pal Rescue. The Hike is sponsored by Alice June Graphics. For more information, call Wendy Wesley at 727-823-0393 or visit www.espna.org.
Sci-Fi and Sky Join the Science Center for the next “Sci-Fi and Sky” event and observe Jupiter in its best phase. Receive your certificate to “Be A Part of Mar’s History!” Join the Science Center and the St. Petersburg Astronomy Club on October 3 to observe the full moon, binary stars, and other celestial bodies. A major feature of this event will be to collect student’s (and family) names to be included on a microchip that NASA will send to Mars as part of NASA’s Mars Science Laboratory mission, scheduled to launch in 2011. Participants will truly be part of Mars history. A certificate will be provided to the registrants. As part of the monthly Sci-fi and Sky event, they will also be featuring a science fiction film in the rear courtyard. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs! In efforts to further the exposure to astronomy, science, and technology, planetarium shows will be shown until 9:00 pm. 6:00pm – 9:00pm: Planetarium Shows 8:45pm – 10:45pm: Movie viewing 8:45pm – 11:30pm: Telescopes and Observatory viewing Food vendors will be there to provide food for purchase between 6:00 pm and 9:00pm. Reservations needed for planetarium shows. General RSVPs appreciated for event planning. For additional information, please call (727) 384-0027 ext.223 or email scenter5@tampabay.rr.com. Science Center Of Pinellas County 7701 22nd Ave. North, St Petersburg, FL, 33743
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dates: October 3, 10am Little Olympians On your mark, get set, go! Join us for our 3rd annual event featuring Big Wheels, Bean Bag Throw, 50 Yard Dash, Hurdles, and much more. Each participant will receive an olympic medal and a t-shirt. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited to 25 participants. Highland Recreation Complex, 400 Highland Ave NE. 727-518-3016, www.PlayLargo.com. October 16, 4:30 pm Creative Kids Put a creative spin on an old classic as you take familiar children’s poems and remix them. Join poet, Adrienne Nadeau of Warrior Woman, Inc. in creating word and art magic. Highland Recreation Complex, 400 Highland Ave NE. 727-518-3016, www.PlayLargo.com. October 17, 11-2pm Cooks for Kids Fire House Family Cook Off All Children’s Hospital, the Heart of Largo and Fire House #41 are stirring up some fun by challenging families to come out and show off their culinary skills at this fun and tasty event. To be selected to participate in the cook-off, families will need to submit a healthy recipe to our nutrition and culinary experts. The event is designed for 1st through 5th graders plus one adult to assist with all kitchen duties. Healthy recipe guidelines and specific cooking guidelines are in place for this event and can be found at www.Allkids.org/familycookoff or by calling 727-767-6923. Event located at Fire House 41, 180 4th St. SW. October 30, 6:30-8:30pm Tricky Treats Night A free event presented by All Children’s Hospital and Kohl’s department store. Great Explorations, 1925 Fourth Street North St. Petersburg, FL Complimentary Valet Parking. RSVP: www.Allkids.org/trickytreats or 727-767-4943
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Dade City, Land O’ Lakes, New Port Richey, Port Richey, Trinity, Wesley Chapel, Zephyrhills
Wesley Chapel Craft Show at the Groves The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce presents the inaugural Wesley Chapel Craft Show on Oct. 17 and 18, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Grove at Wesley Chapel, I-75 and State Road 54. In addition to craft vendors there will be a Battle of the Wings Contest, local bands and entertainment, restaurant and business vendors and children’s activities. Admission is free. For information, call Cindy at (813) 505-306, or Laura at (813) 994-6795, or go to www. wesleychapelcraftshow.com
The Hudson Seafest Celebration!
Welcome to the NEW Hudson Seafest Celebreation web site. There are some great new changes we’re excited to tell you about. We are now a one-day event offering the same great food and entertainment we’ve been bringing to Pasco and the surrounding counties since 1984. This year we have a new location at the beautiful brand-new Rotary Pavillion on State Road 52 in Hudson. The Celebration will be held on Saturday, October 24th from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM with fantastic seafood and lots more good eats, entertainment on the Pavillion stage, raffles, events for the kids and much, much more! Tickets are ony $25.00 and going fast, so click here to get your tickets today! It started with a simple dream: boost the fortunes of the little fishing and retirement village known as Hudson. So in 1984, Al and Kathy Meyer, King and Beverly Helie, along with Ron and Judy Vincent got togther and decided to have a seafood festival…and Hudson Seafest was born. It’s been a bumpy road, and often chaotic, but Hudson Seafest gets better year after year. This year is no exception. Our web site has unergone a small makeover to make it easier for you to browse around. Our entertainment line-up this year will feature exceptional local entertainers that are always crowd pleasers. Our menu features the famous Grouper Dinner, plus many more items to please every palette! Plus we’ll have beverages and desserts, too! Join us for “Fish the Fest”, the annual Seafest Fishing Tournament November 7, 2009! This is a Trout, Hook, and Redfish catch and release tournament with over $4,000 in cash and prizes!* Entry fee is $50.00. Sponsored by the Hudson Seafest, Inc., WestPascoNavigator.com, and OldHomeIdeas.com.
Miss Rattler Pageant San Antonio Rattlesnake Festival’s Miss Rattler Pageant is held at the Pasco County Fairgrounds Dan Cannon Auditorium located at 36722 State Road 52, Dade City. Age Divisions are Princess Rattler ages 4-6, Sweetheart Rattler ages 7-9, Pre-Teen Rattler ages 10-12, Teen Rattler ages 1315 and Queen Rattler ages 16-18. Registration is from 12:30-1:30 p.m., Rehersal (optional) is from 1:15-1:45 p.m. and Pageant starts at 2 p.m. The San Antonio Rattlesnake Festival is held the weekend of the third Saturday in October since 1967 as a small event to raise funds. The Rattlesnake Festival has become a “Community Chest” that benefits San Antonio and surrounding community charities. Complimentary hair styling service will be provided to all participants by Salon De Rosa. Call Salon De Rosa at 352-588-4344 to schedule an appointment. Pageant Entry Fee is $40. Applicants will be accepted at door for an additional $20. ALL participants receive a trophy! For more information please contact the San Antonio Rattlesnake Festival at 352-588-4444.
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dates: Every Tuesday. 10:30-12:30pm Free Arts and Crafts Come play with Learning Express Toys as they feature a different craft or art project each week. The Shops at Wiregrass, 28152 Paseo Drive in Wesley Chapel, 813-907-5511, www.wesleychapel.learningexpress-toys.com Every Wednesday at 10am, FREE Wiregrass Wednesdays at the Shops at Wiregrass, Presented by Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine and MomsLikeMe.com Weekly children’s entertainment program. The Shops at Wiregrass, 28211 Paseo Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543 TheShopsAtWiregrass.com October: Various Dates/Times Programs at your local Pasco County Library Many programs/activities avilable for all ages (birth - adult). Centennial Park, Hudson, Hugh Embry, Land O’Lakes, New River, Regency Park, South Holiday, and Zephyrhills. PascoLibraries.org (click on Events) October 10, 10am-1pm Wesley Chapel Career Fresh Start Mothers & More will be hosting their Career Fair at the new LA Fitness in New Tampa/Wesley Chapel at the intersection of County Line Road and Bruce B Downs. Enjoy events that are designed to reach out to all mothers and families to spread the word about what a support Mothers & More can be to women experiencing the transitions and challenges of motherhood. $5 and donation item per family. October 31, 10am-1pm Sports and Field Halloween Fun Fest! Costume Contest, Coloring Contest, Bounce House, Trick-or-Treating, Face Painting, and many more games and activities! Sports and Field, 2029 Arrowgrass Dr, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544, www.SportsAndField.net, 813-948-5500 October 24, 12 – 3pm Pirate & Princess Day Storytelling and Arts and Crafts for little pirates and princesses. Anyone in costume receives a 20%discount that day. Learning Express Toys, The Shops at Wiregrass, 28152 Paseo Drive in Wesley Chapel, 813-907-5511
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High Heel Hike Team Sister’s from left to right: Devony Scott, Dianna Lott, Brigitte Hodge, Hannah Hodge, Morgan Feaster, Lauren Der, Sara Beth Newsome, Joclyn Emerson, Jules Burt, Dede Floyd, Lynn Warren, MacKensie Clark, Holly Dedon
High Heel Hike Team Sister’s -N- FOCUS at Girls Night Out Movie Event Joclyn Emerson, Morgan Feaster, Sara Beth Newsome, MacKensie Clark, Holly Dedon, Front Row: Jules Burt, Lauren Der, Dede Floyd, Devony Scott
Kids Club at the Shops at Wiregrass
Delara, 2.5Y from New Tampa loves being transformed into a fancy kitty!
Brooke Rutledge, 3Y from Wesley Chapel
Another happy participant!
Tampa Bay Fashion Week
Chrissy, Kelly Feldman, Angela Ardolino, Bebe Zeigler and Kimberly Kelley
Kelly Feldman, Angela Ardolino, Nancy Vaughn, Bebe Ziegler, Shari Smith Gagel, Natalie Brock and Kimberly Kelley at the launch party at Fashion Week.
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WHILE GREAT CARE WAS TAKEN IN COMPILING THE CALENDAR, IT’S ALWAYS BEST TO PHONE AHEAD TO CONFIRM INFORMATION.
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EVENTS/FESTIVALS Free: Wiregrass Wednesdays October 7, 14, 21, 28 at 10 am Live children’s entertainment, activities, face painting, balloons, and a whole lot of fun at the Shops at Wiregrass, Bruce B. Downs and S.R.56, Wesley Chapel. 813-994-4010 GOOD FOR EVERYONE
Horseback Riding for a Cause Through October Napier’s Log Cabin Horse & Animal Sanctuary, inc. offers horseback rides, (no prior riding experience necessary, or age limits, for $25 donation per person, per hour), benefiting all the animals at the Sanctuary. Riding takes place at the Bowman Ranch, 6289 Verna Rd., in the Myakka/Sarasota area (a 20-acre ranch). Fun and educational for all ages geared toward first time riders. All rides are by appointment, call 941-750-8185, www.NapierFamilyFarm.com GOOD FOR EVERYONE
MOSI Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, Through October 15 Thanks to a sponsorship from Metro PCS, MOSI will offer a special discount of $10 off General Admission. This admission price includes access to MOSI’s exhibit galleries, Kids In Charge!, the nations largest children’s’ Science Center, and admission to one standard IMAX Dome Theatre film. Hispanic Heritage Month also includes: Latin Experiment, a collection of visual art from local Hispanic artists sponsored by the Coalition of Hispanic Artists, Inc. “¡Salud! Serie de charlas,”on Oct. 17. This series, presented by MOFFITT, focuses on general nutrition with cooking demonstrations, a Zumba class, and a question and answer panel. RSVP at 813-745-8701 or Venessa.Rivera@ moffitt.org. And MOSI’s Hispanic Scientist of the Year Award, celebrated October 8 to 10, 2009. For more details contact Sara Leonard at 813-987-632, MOSI.org GOOD FOR EVERYONE
Good Housekeeping Research Institute on Tour, Through October 10 In celebration of the 100th birthday of the Good Housekeeping Seal, the magazine’s famous emblem of quality and a limited twoyear warranty, the magazine has created an interactive, traveling exhibit that re-creates the Good Housekeeping Research Institute, where all product evaluations are conducted. Visitors JUST FOR MOMS
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will see up close the various tests that products must go through to earn the Seal or be featured in Good Housekeeping, both editorially and in advertisements. GHRI on Tour, presented by IKEA, will make stops in 11 markets, transported via an environmentally-responsible, low-emission vehicle. Visitors can also enter to win a total room makeover from IKEA. MOSI.org Speaking of Women’s Health October 3, 8am-2:30pm Now in its 10th year, Speaking of Women’s Health will pamper, educate and inform women about health, well-being and personal safety. Attendees will receive a fabulous gift bag, a lovely sit-down luncheon, health screenings and the opportunity to hear from a team of more than two dozen experts on a variety of health and well-being issues, ranging from women and sleep, to music and medicine. Tickets are just $35 per person and must be purchased in advance. Tampa Convention Center, 877-745-7787, www.tgh. org to purchase tickets online. JUST FOR MOMS
Direct Sales Business Expo October 3, 10-4pm Are you currently looking for a job? Have you ever wondered if a Home Based Business is right for you? Have you been considering an opportunity in Direct Sales? If your answer is Yes, then you don’t want to miss the Direct Sales Business Expo taking place at the Showmen’s Event Center, 6915 Riverview Drive in Riverview. JUST FOR MOMS
Rob Bell, Drops Like Stars October 6, 8pm We plot, we plan, we assume things are going to go a certain way and then they don’t, and we find ourselves in a new place, a place we haven’t been before, a place we never would have imagined on our own. And so it was difficult and unexpected and maybe even tragic and yet, it opened us up and freed us to see things in a whole new way. Suffering does that – it hurts, but also it creates. How many of the most significant moments in your life came not because it all went right, but because it all fell apart? The Drops Like Stars tour is a two hour exploration of the endlessly complex JUST FOR MOMS
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relationship between suffering and creativity. Carol Morsani Hall, Tickets start at $20. TBPAC.org, RobBell.com Westfield Brandon Fall Music Series October 10 & 24, 6-8pm Free live music and activities for the entire family. Westfield Brandon Shopping Center Restaurant Courtyard, 459 Brandon Town Center. 813-661-6255, Westfield.com JUST FOR MOMS
2nd Annual Fall Fest in Westchase October 10, 4-8pm Lots of family fun sponsored by Learning Express Toys, Baycare Outpatient Center and other participating businesses. Petting Farm, Pony Rides, Bounce House, Face Painting, Balloon Artist, Trick or Treating, Free Food and Drinks, Scheduled Appearance from “Raymond” of the Tampa Bay Rays, Kids’ Costume Contest, Portable Video Games Station, Firetruck and Bayflite Chopper Visit, Giveaways and so much more! Bring a canned good for Food Drive to benefit Tampa Bay Harvest and spin prize wheel. Main Street at Hampton Lakes Plaza. 12950 Race Track Rd. Tampa, FL (813) 818-8697. JUST FOR MOMS
Heroes N Heels Breast Cancer Awareness Walk, October 10, 9am Come show your support as brave men in the Tampa Bay area hit the pavement in the parking lot of the University Community Hospital Breast Care Center. Men will raise money by donning heels and walking a mile in women’s shoes, literally, in support of those fighting breast cancer and their loved ones. Funds raised from the event will provide underinsured and uninsured women free mammograms through the Breast Care Center at UCH. Guests who stop by can take part in a silent auction and root on the walkers. Registration, 8am; walk, 9am. For additional info or to participate as a sponsor or walker, contact Nikki Powers at 813.615.7663 GOOD FOR EVERYONE
October 16-18 Tampa Bay Boat Show Free Admission. Florida State Fairgrounds. TampaBayBoatShows.com, 727-893-8523
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Fall Festival at Hyde Park Village October 17, 10:30am-12:30pm Enjoy activities for the whole family! Kids
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encouraged to come in costume. Live entertainment, bounce house, face painters, performers, pumpkin patch, games, and more. 813-251-3500, www.HydeParkVillage.net City of Dunedin Fall Antiques Fair October 17, 8:30am-5pm Main Street will be closed east of Alternate US Highway 19 (between Broadway and Douglas Ave) for antique dealers to display their antiques and collectibles on the roadway. The Dunedin Antiques Fair is one of Florida’s outstanding antique shows with over 70 dealers from throughout the state participating in the show. Come see the latest exhibits at the Dunedin Historical Museum. Find out what’s new in Downtown Dunedin’s distinctive shops and enjoy dining in one of the popular restaurants. Visit beautiful Edgewater Park, located at the Dunedin Marina. Free. 727-812-4545 GOOD FOR EVERYONE
Clearwater Jazz ‘N Art Walk October 17-18, 10am-5pm This unique community event is FREE to the public. 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 regional jazz festival and draw for tens of thousands of visitors. Now in its 30th year, the Clearwater Jazz Holiday is a world-class gathering of some of the greatest talents and greatest fans of jazz. www. jazznartwalk.com DATE NIGHT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Carolina October 18, 1pm Raymond James Stadium
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28th Annual John’s Pass Seafood Festival October 24-25, 10am-7pm John’s Pass Village and Boardwalk has offers festivities for the whole family at the annual Seafood Festival. Dedicated to Fishermen Lost at Sea, this year’s 28th Annual event. The many features of the event include a juried Arts & Crafts Show with more than 50 local and regional artists, tons of fresh local seafood, more than 150 unique shops, live music, a street dance in the village, a fishing expo, and a children’s area..A children’s Halloween costume contest will take place on Saturday at 3 p.m. and trick or treating will take place throughout the hours of the event. www.johnspassfestivals.com GOOD FOR EVERYONE
Florida Cattle Ranching Exhibit Through December 19 Florida Cattle Ranching: Five Centuries of Tradition chronicles the history and culture of one of Florida’s oldest industries. Southern pioneers, GOOD FOR EVERYONE
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Florida “Crackers” and Florida Seminoles all play a part in Florida’s ranching legacy, which began when Spanish explorers brought cattle and horses to Florida in the 16th century. To date, cattle ranching remains an integral part of the state’s economy. This exhibit features oral histories, Florida folk music, cowboy art and documentary footage. Tampa Bay History Center located at 801 Old Water Street in Tampa. Viewing for the “Florida Cattle Ranching” exhibit is included in the general admission ticket price. TampaBayHistoryCenter.org, 813.228.0097. Junior League’s Holiday Gift Market November 6-8 Fairgrounds, www. JLTampa.org
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ART Breakfast with Dali October 3, 9:30am-11:30am Children get to explore the museum on a private interactive tour by a leading docent. A scrumptious breakfast follows the tour, along with arts and crafts. Additionally, each child receives a souvenir of the day’s experience. To register and pre-pay to secure a spot, please call 727-823-3767 ext. 3024, www.TheDali.org AGES 4-12
Hyde Park Arts Festival October 3-4, 10am-5pm The bi-annual event features over 200 wellestablished artists. Sunshine Artist Magazine has rated this festival as one of the top 100 art festivals in the country. The vast array of mediums and the wide range of prices make this event appealing to art enthusiasts of all tastes and budgets. www.HowardAlanEvents.com GOOD FOR EVERYONE
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In a New Light Through October 4 The celebration of Contemporary Florida Art and Fine Crafts from the Southeastern United States. Florida International Museum at St Petersburg College. www.spcollege.edu/ FlMuseum AGES 12 & UP
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Ringling International Arts Festival October 7-11 Theater, dance, music and visual art with over 300,00 square feet of museum exhibition space. The John and Mabel Ringling Museum of Art and The Baryshnikov Arts Center in Sarasota. www.RinglingArtsFestival.org GOOD FOR EVERYONE
FILM Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince, IMAX at MOSI Throughout October
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In the sixth year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft, and in both wizard and muggle worlds Lord Volemort and his henchmen are increasingly active. With vacancies to fill at Hogwarts, Professor Dumbledor persuades Horace Slughorn, back from retirement to become the potions teacher, while Professor Snape receives long awaited news. Harry Potter, together with Dumbledore, must face treacherous tasks to defeat his evil nemesis. MOSI.org Sleepwalking Land (Terra Sonambula) A film by Teresa Prata October 5, 7:30 pm Portuguese, with subtitles in English. In the midst of Mozambique’s devastating civil war, Muidinga, an orphaned refugee, wanders the countryside in search of his mother. His only companion is an elderly storyteller, and the only guide to finding his mother is a dead man’s diary. Together, the storyteller and diary lead him on a magical, and sometimes macabre, journey across war–torn landscapes to find the family he lost. Admission: $10. Studio@ 620 620 1st Avenue S, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 727-895-6620, Studio620.org DATE NIGHT
Coraline, Free Movie Series October 9, 8pm Come to TBPAC for FREE films and more outside on the Riverwalk! See films that will enhance your enjoyment of the live stage version that’s coming to TBPAC, in addition to other fun and funny holiday films for the whole family! TBPAC Riverwalk, TBPAC.org GOOD FOR EVERYONE
Sunset Cinema October 10 & 24, 7:30pm Free movies outdoors on the big screen. Kung Fu Panda, Oct. 10th at Al Lopez Park, 4810 North Himes Avenue in North Tampa. Shrek, Oct. 24th at Medard Park, 5737 Turkey Creek Road in Plant City, east of Brandon, 1 mile south of Highway 60 off Turkey Creek Road. www.TampaTheater.org GOOD FOR EVERYONE
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Fiddler On the Roof Through November 15 The musical, with music by Jerry Bock, lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, and book by Joseph Stein, set in Tsarist Russia in 1905. It is based on Tevye and his Daughters. The story centers on Tevye, the father of five daughters, and his attempts to maintain his family and religious traditions while outside influences encroach upon their lives. He must cope with both the strong-willed actions of his three older daughters—each one’s choice of husband moves farther away from the GOOD FOR EVERYONE
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customs of her faith—and with the edict of the Tsar that evicts the Jews from their village. The original Broadway production of the show, was the 1st run of a musical in history to surpass the 3,000 performance mark. Show Palace Dinner Theatre, 16128 U.S. 19, Hudson, 888-655-7469. Anything Goes October 10, 7:30pm Music and lyrics by Cole Porter. Audiences are certain to get a kick out of this lighthearted gem, a farcical tale of mistaken identities, misbegotten romance and overall silliness set aboard the luxury ocean liner where Billy Crocker tries to woo the girl of his dreams. The smashing Cole Porter score, considered one of the most glorious in the history of the American musical theater, includes You’re the Top, I Get a Kick Out of You, It’s De-Lovely and, of course, the irresistible title number. Ferguson Hall at the TBPAC. www.SpanishLyricTheatre.com GOOD FOR EVERYONE
The Pied Piper and Other Fantastic Tales October 11, 11am, 1pm and 3pm Florida-based storyteller and flutist Donna Wissinger opens her magical bag of instruments and stories to mesmerize and enthrall young children and their families. Weaving a piper’s spell with her golden flute, she tells stories of galloping horses and legendary heroes. Regularly priced tickets start at $8.50. TECO Theater. TBPAC.org, 813-229-7827 AGES 4-12
Forever Plaid October 9-10, 8pm & October 11, 2pm Forever Plaid is a musical comedy that begins with “The Plaids” returning from the afterlife for one final concert. Hits include: Three Coins in a Fountain, Crazy ‘Bout Ya Baby, Sixteen Tons, Chain Gang, and Heart & Soul. Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive. 727-587-6793, www.LargoArts.com DATE NIGHT
Walking with Dinosaurs October 14-18 The Arena Spectacular at the St. Pete Times Forum. After years of planning, the awardwinning BBC TV series, Walking With Dinosaurs comes to life in a stunning theatrical event. Internationally renowned designers have worked with scientists to create 15 lifesize dinosaurs, including the terror of the ancient terrain Tyrannosaurus-rex! Be amazed and thrilled as the greatest creatures ever to walk the earth return before your eyes. It’s a dazzling $20-million-dollar arena spectacle of GOOD FOR EVERYONE
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unprecedented size and quality set to captivate young and old alike. Marvel at the story of their 200 million year domination of life on earth. Watch them walk. Hear them roar. Be there as they fight for survival and supremacy. From the ripple of their skin to the glint in their eye, you will know the dinosaurs really have returned! Regularly priced tickets start at $17. Want to see more? www.DinosaurLive.com, 813-229-7827 Sesame Street Live- Elmo’s Green Thumb October 16-18 Ruth Eckerd Hall Use passcode ABBY to get $3 off per ticket 727-791-7400, RuthEckerdHall.com AGES 4-12
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Jigsaw Jones: The Case of the Class Clown October 18, 2pm & 4pm Someone in Ms. Gleason’s class is playing practical jokes. Theodore “Jigsaw” Jones claims to be the very first detective in the whole school. It’s up to Jigsaw and his friend Mila to do some investigation and track down the class clown. Tickets start at $8.50. Pre-show activities begin one hour before show time. Ferguson Hall. TBPAC.org, 813-229-7827 AGES 4-12
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In the Heights, Bank of America Best of Broadway Series October 27 – November 1 Winner of four 2008 Tony® Awards including BEST MUSICAL and the Grammy® Award for Best Show Album is a sensational show about chasing your dreams and finding your true home. With an amazing cast, incredible Tony Awardwinning dancing and a thrilling Tony Awardwinning score, In the Heights is an exhilarating journey into a vibrant Manhattan community – a place where the coffee is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. Experience the next chapter of the classic American story with the most joyous, exciting and award-winning new musical on Broadway. Carol Morsani Hall, Tickets start at $38.50. TBPAC.org, 813-229-7827 DATE NIGHT
Singin’ in the Rain October 30-November 15 Don’s lifelong pal and partner Cosmo Brown suggests using the charning voice of the up-andcoming actress Kathy Selden to replace Lina’s unbearably shrill screeching. Features classics like Singin’ in the Rain, Fit as a Fiddle, All I do is Dream of You, and Make ‘Em Laugh. Largo GOOD FOR EVERYONE
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MUSIC Bettye LaVette in Concert October 2, 8pm Bettye LaVette One of the greatest soul singers in American music history, LaVette possesses an incredibly expressive voice. In January, she sang “A Change Is Gonna Come,” accompanied by Jon Bon Jovi as part of the “We Are One: The Obama Inaugural Celebration at the Lincoln Memorial.” That song is the title track of her new Grammy-nominated album. $25. Palladium Theater, 253 Ave N. St. Petersburg, www.MyPalladium.org DATE NIGHT
Sam and Ruby at the Jaeb Theater October 12, 7:30 pm Regularly priced tickets start at $25.50. Nashville-based duo Sam and Ruby gently blend R&B, folk and pop into a sound so immediately warm and welcoming that falling in love with their debut album, The Here and The Now, is a foregone conclusion. TBPAC.org, 813-2297827 DATE NIGHT
Celtic Thunder – Take Me Home October 23, 7:30pm Backed by the Celtic Concert Orchestra, Celtic Thunder is comprised of five gentlemen from Ireland and Scotland, ranging from 18 to 41 years of age. The group is known worldwide for their eclectic style, powerful songs and their unique live shows. Mahaffey Theater, St. Petersburg. MahaffeyTheater.com, 727-892-5798 DATE NIGHT
Pops in the Park October 16 & 17, 7pm Gerald Steichen as conductor. Picnic under the stars with your Florida Orchestra offering a fun mix of symphonic and pops favorites at this FREE outdoor concert. Fridayi, October 16th at River Tower Park and Saturday, October 17th at Vinoy Park. www.FloridaOrchestra.org GOOD FOR EVERYONE
The Tampa Bay Steel Orchestra October 31- November 1 Principal Percussionist John Shaw returns with The Tampa Bay Steel Orchestra for another night of sizzling tropical sounds from Trinidad, Jamaica and other exotic island locales. Of their last orchestra appearance, the St. Petersburg Times said they “stole the show” in a concert of “exuberance, high energy and fun.” October 31, 8pm at the Mahaffey Theater and November 1, 7:30 PM at Ruth Eckerd Hall. FloridaOrchestra.org, 727.892.3337 DATE NIGHT
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HALLOWEEN EVENTS Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Through Nov 1, 7pm–Midnight Prices start at $46 for children. Disney World, Magic Kingdom. DisneyWorld.com ZooBoo Through October 31, Sun-Thu 7-10pm, Fri-Sat 7p-11pm ZooBoo has 12 special attractions, including five haunts to appeal to older and braver guests. Each haunt has an elaborate storyline, floor plan, music, props, lights, sound effects and unique entry portal. Special experiences for younger audiences include: holiday character “meet and greets;” Frankenstein’s Foam Party, an outdoor foam play area complete with disco lights and lively seasonal music; Boo House with colorful, non-frightening seasonal décor; and free Zoo rides. $17 for adults, $14 for children ages 3-11, and free for children age 2 and under. LowryParkZoo.com Halloween Spooktacular at Sea World October 2-31, 12pm-8pm From pumpkin fishes to friendly sea witches, Halloween meets the sea this October during SeaWorld’s Spooktacular, carving an underwater “fantasea” where children can dance with an ice DJ, play with sea fairies and learn from a school fish. Included in a single day’s park admission, Halloween Spooktacular is an ocean full of fun filled with enchanted pathways and charming sea creatures, providing the utmost in family-friendly trick-or-treating. SeaWorldSpooktacular.com Ghost Tours of Haunted St. Petersburg Nightly at 8pm From the historic 1880s hotel with a debonair “Captain” from long ago, to the beautiful waterfront resort home to a mysterious “Lady in White,” discover what lurks in the shadows! Peer into the mysteries of the city’s most haunted locations on a 90 minute candlelight walking tour of downtown, and experience fascinating tales of ghostly hauntings and quirky characters from St. Petersburg’s unusual past! 727.894.4678, www.ghosttour.net/ stpetersburg Pumpkin Patch at St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church October 11-30 The annual pumpkin patch sale with special Continued on next page TBParenting.com
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FOR MORE HALLOWEEN EVENTS VIST TBPARENTING.COM lot of fun for the entire family! Not only is walking thru the woods scary, it’s fun too!! There will also be a coloring contest, costume contest, and a Family Tram Ride! It’s a safe alternative to Trick-or-Treating for the whole family! Hillsborough River State Park, 15402 U.S. Highway 301 in Thonotosassa, Continued from previous page 813-987-6771, www.floridastateparks.org
family activities on October 17. Pumpkins range Halloween Spooktacular 2009 in price from $4 to $20. Proceeds from the sale Saturday, October 24, 4-10pm benefit the youth program at St. Andrew’s UMC. Dress up in your favorite costume and join the fun of the 15th Annual Halloween Spooktacular. Pumpkin Festival The trick-or-treat path is FREE but wristbands are October 16, 17, 18, 24 and 25, 9am-5pm required for most activities. Largo Central Park, Live entertainment, 100 craft booths, petting 101 Central Park Drive. LargoEvents.com zoo, pony rides, great food, corn maze, pumpkins galore, kids train rides and more. Guppyween at the Florida Aquarium 5500 CR 675 in Bradenton, Hunsaderfarms.com Sunday, October 25, 4-9pm For a safe spooktacular Halloween, take your kids Fall Festival at Hyde Park Village trick or treating with the fishes. The Aquarium October 17, 10:30am-12:30pm will be packed to the gills with goodies, games, live Enjoy activities for the whole family! Kids entertainment and carnival treats. Kids ages 0-11 encouraged to come in costume. Live in costume are free, 12 and up is $12 per person. entertainment, bounce house, face painters, Limit four children per adult. FlAquarium.org performers, pumpkin patch, games, and more. 813-251-3500, www.HydeParkVillage.net Halloween Carnival Thursday October 29 - 6-8pm Green Halloween Clearwater Beach Recreation Center, 69 Bay October 23, 3:30pm-6:30pm Esplande. www.Clearwater-FL.com Divine Events will host Tampa’s inaugural Green Halloween on Friday at Hyde Park Village. Event Owl-o-ween activities include a pumpkin patch cake walk, October 29, 6:30-8pm bobbing for organic apples, make your own Celebrate Halloween among our nocturnal Halloween bag out of old TBPM magazines, “best friends as we trick or treat along the nature trail. green costume” contest, and much more! National Learn about creepy critters, roast s’mores around Sponsors Cascadian Farms, Glee Gum, Larabar & a campfire and much more! McGough Nature Surf Sweets will be providing healthy snacks for Park,11901 146th Street N. Space is limited, so kids. Divine Events will also be collecting used register early by calling 727-518-3047 children’s Halloween costumes, in good condition, to donate to The Alpha House of Tampa for use Howl-O-Weird by less fortunate children. Hyde Park Village at October 30, 4:30pm Swann and Dakota Avenues in South Tampa. A program guaranteed to make you scream! For www.GreenHalloween.org/Tampa children up to age 12 who like the spooky side of October. Come in costume and be prepared for Hall-O-Boo at MOSI fun with ghost stories, a haunted hall, and other October 23-25, 6pm-9pm creep-tacular crafts and entertainment. Largo All guests at this not-so-scary, yet fun Halloween Public Library, 120 Central Park Drive. 727-587event will enjoy trick or treats, tattoos, face 6715 painting, Mad Scientist Shows and Interactions, Costume Contests, Dance-offs, Prizes, and Halloween Glow in the Dark Night admission to MOSI’s Spook-tacular Exhibit Tournament Galleries, Kids In Charge!, and Special Exhibition October 30, 6pm Mindbender Mansion. Tickets are $10 for MOSI This spooky tournament is a 9 hole illuminated Members, $15 for Nonmember adults, and $12 night event for two person teams. A $35 entry fee for Nonmember children. Mosi.org includes dinner, green fees and a glow in the dark ball and tee gift. Prizes for 1st place teams in male 17th Annual Haunted Woods Event division, all female division and co-ed division. October 23-24, 6-10pm Come dressed to scare for the annual costume The Hillsborough River State ParkOctober offers a2009 whole TBParenting.com contest prior to play with prizes awarded to the Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine
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three best team costumes. Registration deadline is October 26th. Largo Golf Course, 12500 Vonn Rd. 727-518-3024 Halloween Spooktacular and Trail of Terror 6 October 30, 6:30-8:30pm Fun carnival games and inflatables. Trail of Terror may be too intense for children under 6. FREE. Countryside Recreation Center, 2640 Sabal Springs Drive. www.Clearwater-FL.com Pumpkin Toss at Lowry Park Zoo October 30, 11am Watch the animals have some Halloween fun with their own pumpkin party, a seasonal treat for the animals and guests at the Zoo. See which animals stomp, chomp, kick, play and pounce on special seasonal treats! Free-of-charge with Zoo admission. LowryParkZoo.com Guavaween Family Fun Fest October 31, 10am-2pm This event attracts families and people of all ages. The event offers Safe Trick-or-Treat, Spooky Story Time, arts & crafts, live entertainment, hands-on activities, pumpkin giveaway, pumpkin decorating contest, Mix 100.7 Pet Costume Contest, the ever-popular Children’s Costume Parade & Contest and more! Admission is free until 2pm for everyone in costume. Ybor City Historic District, 813-248-0721, www.cc-events.org Halloween Ghost Ship Spooktacular October 31, 2pm-4pm Halloween Arts & Crafts, Pumpkin Carving, Bobbing for Apples, Costume Contests, Fun Games, Cool Prizes, and a Trick-or-Treat Scavenger Hunt! Takes place on the historic American Victory Ship, located directly behind the FL Aquarium. 813-228-8766, AmericanVictory.org Boo Bash October 31, 5:30-8:30pm Threshers Baseball is sponsoring the annual Boo Bash! It is fun and safe for the whole family and its Free!! Kids will be able to enjoy inflatables and a “Haunted House.” Brighthouse Networks Field, 601 Old Coachman Road in Clearwater. www.ThreshersBaseball.com Witchstock 2009 October 31, 3pm-12am Witchstock 2009…where Woodstock & Halloween meet. Everyone, from parents with small children & the family dog to adults, is invited to this FREE costume-oriented event. Downtown Palm Harbor. OakTrailBooks.com, 727-483-9210