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Your guide to the social scene, charitable organizations and their primary fundraising activities
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Gulf Coast JFCS
Gulf Coast JFCS helps the most vulnerable individuals throughout our community, from babies to seniors, find safety, comfort and a path toward a fulfilling life. To help as many people as comprehensively as possible through complex life challenges, Gulf Coast JFCS programs span a broad human service spectrum. We are compassion in action, allowing us to reach the community’s most vulnerable people.
Main Fundraising Event: Lives Uplifted
Location: Tropicana Field, 1 Tropicana Drive, St Petersburg
Description of Event: Lives Uplifted is Gulf Coast JFCS’ annual celebration and fundraising event where we recognize our impact on the most vulnerable individuals throughout our community. Your support allows us to continue providing a broad range of human services reaching more than 30,000 people annually throughout greater Tampa Bay and beyond
Ticket Price: $300
Contact: Sue Farley
Telephone: 727-418-2787
Email: marketing@gcjfcs.org
Website: gulfcoastjfcs.org
The Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts at Ruth Eckerd Hall
For more than 40 years, Ruth Eckerd Hall has presented the best programming, and, as a nonprofit organization, it continues to change lives through the performing arts. Funds raised year-round benefit The Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts, one of the largest providers of arts education and community engagement experiences in the nation. The programs offered impact over 58,000 students of all ages, abilities and circumstances each year.
Parc Center for Disabilities
Parc Center for Disabilities is the cornerstone of support in Pinellas County for children and adults with developmental disabilities. Founded in 1953, we have a rich history of empowering individuals to reach their full potential through a pioneering person-centered approach that provides opportunities to exercise their independence and experience life to the fullest. We are dedicated to ensuring that every individual we serve is valued, respected and embraced for their uniqueness.
Main Fundraising Event: Emerald-Tie Gala Date: Nov. 9, 2024
Time: 6:30-10:30 p.m.
Main Fundraising Event: Unlock the Possibilities
Date: Nov. 1, 2024 Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 N. McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater Description of Event: Fundraising is continuous at Ruth Eckerd Hall to benefit The Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts. The theme for this year’s fundraiser is Unlock the Possibilities. The emcee for the evening will be Charley Belcher, three-time Emmy Award-winning feature reporter at Fox 13 News Ticket Price: Varies Email: gjohnson@rutheckerdhall.net Website: rutheckerdhall.com/gala
Inspired by Jewish values, we PROTECT the vulnerable, EMPOWER individuals and STRENGTHEN families The outcome – lives uplifted!
Students of The Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts rehearse a new song for an upcoming performance.
Location: The Coliseum, 534 Fourth Ave. N., St Petersburg
Description of Event: Join us for Parc’s 55th annual Evening of Purpose. This dazzling Emerald-Tie Gala will feature a gourmet dinner, open bar, exclusive auction items, live entertainment by Greg Billings & the Stay Up Lates band and a special performance by the Parc Inspired Choir Immerse yourself in heartwarming stories that celebrate the lives we touch. An unforgettable night awaits! Ticket Price: $225
Contact: Marion White Telephone: 727-341-6920
Email: mewhite@parc-fl.org
Website: parc-fl.org
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The Helen Gordon Davis Centre for Women
The Helen Gordon Davis Centre for Women is a nonprofit organization offering a diverse array of programs to help women in the Tampa Bay region to succeed both personally and professionally: Tampa Bay Works for Women; the Women’s Business Centre; counseling and wellness; construction services; girls’ empowerment; and Women Building Futures 50
Main Fundraising Event: Celebrate Sinatra
Date: Nov. 9, 2024
Time: 8 p.m. - Midnight
YMCA of Greater St . Petersburg
The Poynter Institute
Location: The Historic Fariss Ballroom, 204 E. Henderson Ave., Tampa
Description of Event: This 26th annual 1950s formal nightclub social has been held every year since Frank Sinatra’s passing with dancing to our big band orchestra, an open bar, passed hors d’oeuvres, desserts and complimentary valet parking every second Saturday in November in Tampa.
Ticket Price: $150
Contact: Ken Walters
Telephone: 813-251-0500
Email: ken@kenwalters.com
Website: celebratesinatra.com
The YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg streng thens our community. Our Y is so much more than a gym we’re a cause, driven by people from all backgrounds and walks of life who come together to improve their lives, nurture their families and streng then their community. In addition to countless programs and opportunities made free to the public, the YMCA of Greater St Petersburg provides scholarship support to ensure equitable access so that all families have the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
Main Fundraising Event: Community Prayer Breakfast
Date: Nov. 13, 2024
Location: The Coliseum, 535 Fourth Ave. N., St Petersburg
Description of Event: The annual prayer breakfast creates an opportunity for all community members to gather and reflect on important issues, challenges and commonalities. This unique event provides a venue for community members to share a meal and develop stronger, more unified relationships.
Ticket Price: $50 individual, $500 table rate, $400 church table rate Contact: Michelle Curtis Email: mcurtis@stpeteymca.org Website: stpeteymca.org
The Poynter Institute is a global nonprofit working to address society’s most pressing issues by teaching journalists and journalism, covering the media and the complexities facing the industry, convening and community building, improving the capacity and sustainability of news organizations and fostering trust and reliability of information.
Support for Poynter upholds the integrity of the free press and builds public confidence in journalism and media an essential for healthy democracies.
Main Fundraising Event: The Bowtie Ball
Date: Nov. 16, 2024
Location: Downtown Tampa
Ticket Price: $300-$400
Telephone: 727-821-9494
Email: marketing@poynter.org
Website: poynter.org /bowtieball
Description of Event: The Poynter Institute will honor Robin Roberts at the 2024 Bowtie Ball, an elegant year-end celebration of the free press and its impact on our lives. Guests will be immersed in powerful storytelling, exploring Roberts’ distinguished career and decades of impact and achievement
Our next Celebrate Sinatra events are a garden party every second Saturday in March in Tampa and “Latin fever” attire with Latin music additions for every last Saturday in July in St Petersburg
At the annual Community Prayer Breakfast, community members unite for prayer led by local leaders and inspiration from uplifting speakers.
Robin Roberts will accept the Poynter Medal for Lifetime Achievement in Journalism at Poynter’s Bowtie Ball on Saturday, Nov. 16.
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Pasco Educ ation Foundation
The Pasco Education Foundation is dedicated to enhancing educational opportunities in Pasco County Public Schools. By fostering community partnerships and engaging in fundraising initiatives, we bridge gaps in educational resources by providing scholarships, classroom grants and funding for innovative programs. The Pasco Education Foundation aims to improve academic achievement, promote lifelong learning and ensure that every student has the tools and opportunities needed for success
Main Fundraising Event: Cinderella Ball
Date: March 8, 2025
Location: Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC, 522 N. Howard Ave., Tampa
Description of Event: The Cinderella Ball is an annual gala event that raises funds for scholarships, educational programs and Take Stock in Children. Featuring elegant dining, entertainment and auctions, the ball brings together community members to support and celebrate the educational achievements of Pasco County students
Ticket Price: $250
Contact: Stacey Capogrosso
Telephone: 813-794-2705
Email: scapo@ pascoeducationfoundation.org
Website: pascoeducationfoundation.org
Guests partake in an evening of dining, dancing and a live auction at the annual Pasco Education Foundation Cinderella Ball.
Clothes To Kids
Clothes To Kids provides new and quality used clothing to low-income or in-crisis school-age children, free of charge. Clothes To Kids envisions a community in which every schoolage child has quality clothing, so he or she may attend school with the confidence and self-esteem needed to achieve academic success.
LAMPLighters
Main Fundraising Event: Clothes Matter
- Birthday Party
Date: April 3, 2025 Time: 5:30-9 p.m.
Location: Armature Works, 1910 N. Ola Ave., Tampa
Description of Event: Shopping starts with us! Ever wonder where clothes will take you? Join us for our birthday party - Wardrobe Wonderland! Every gift of support helps make shopping possible for children in need of clothes Celebrate our birthday with us and create an opportunity to provide a wonderful shopping experience for kids in greater Tampa Bay. Funds raised will help support our ongoing mission to provide a free week’s worth of school clothes to kids who need it most A Wardrobe Wonderland - we wonder where clothes will take them.
Ticket Price: $150; tables of 10 begin at $1,000
Contact: Sarah Shine
Telephone: 813-616-6430, ext. 126
Email: sarahs@clothestokids.org
Website: clothestokids.org
Birthday party guests at CTK’s largest fundraiser of the year - their annual birthday.
LAMPLighters has been serving families in need since 1986. These passionate women are dedicated to engaging in activities to improve their health, education and rehabilitation and providing opportunities for their spiritual development. Their focus is to raise funds for homeless children sheltered at Metropolitan Ministries and foster children at Joshua House. LAMPLighters has also established learning labs and libraries at these shelters, provided healthy snacks and hosted holiday parties.
Main Fundraising Event: Get into the Groove: LAMPLighters Fund Hope
Date: April 4, 2025 Time: 7-11 p.m.
Location: Higgins Hall, 5525 N. Himes Ave., Tampa
Description of Event: Adorn yourselves in neon, leg warmers or acid-washed jeans and ”get into the groove ” with the LAMPLighters and the DeLeon band. Event includes dinner, an open bar, dancing and auctions. All proceeds benefit children at Metropolitan Ministries and Joshua House. Put on your dancing shoes and sip on a Miami Vice, all for a great cause!
Ticket Price: Individual $200; sponsorship packages available
Contact: Laura Maddalon, president Telephone: 813-390-7877
Email: maddalonlaura5@gmail.com Website: lamplighterstampa.org
Come join us at Get into the Groove: LAMPLighters Fund Hope! Visit lamplighterstampa.org for ticket and sponsorship information and purchases.
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Evara Health Foundation
The Evara Health Foundation is a nonprofit charity committed to enhancing health care access through philanthropy. By raising funds, the foundation supports Evara Health in expanding community outreach, advancing technology, developing the health care workforce and promoting health equity. Your support directly impacts the foundation’s ability to provide comprehensive care and address health care disparities in the community.
Main Fundraising Event: Evara Health Foundation’s Annual Charity Concert
Date: April 6, 2025
Location: OCC Road House & Museum, 10575 49th St N., Clearwater
ForHearts Worldwide
ForHearts Worldwide is a nonprofit organization, located in Tampa, whose mission is to save lives every year We are dedicated to creating a network of health care partners who provide implantable cardiovascular devices, including pacemakers, defibrillators and cardiac resynchronization devices, at no cost to those who cannot afford them. All necessary professional and medical services are provided. Patients receive lifelong care and support from ForHearts Worldwide. Our work has helped save the lives of over 17,000 people worldwide.
Metropolitan Ministries
Metropolitan Ministries cares for the homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless in our community through services that alleviate suffering, promote dignity and instill self-sufficiency… as an expression of the ongoing ministry of Jesus Christ.
Main Fundraising Event: Bridge Builders
Date: April 16, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Description of Event: The Evara Health Foundation’s annual charity concert is a vibrant event that brings the community together to enjoy live music while supporting a vital cause. Proceeds from the concert fund health care programs, community outreach and health equity initiatives, making a lasting impact on local lives.
Ticket Price: Individual tickets, VIP tables and sponsorships available
Contact: Melissa Anderson
Telephone: 727-314-2966
Email: mdanderson@hcnetwork.org Website: evarahealthfoundation.org
Evara Health staff providing on-site sports physicals at summer programs, bridging access to essential health care services
Main Fundraising Event: A Night ForHearts
Date: April 13, 2025
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: The Vault, 611 N. Franklin St., Tampa
Description of Event: A spring gala and live auction.
Ticket Price: $200
Contact: Laura DeLise, executive director
Telephone: 813-605-1342
Email: connect@forhearts.org
Website: forhearts.org
Location: JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, 510 Water St., Tampa
Description of Event: Bridge Builders is Metropolitan Ministries’ annual signature fundraising event that highlights real client stories and the life change you make possible.
Ticket Price: $2,500 for a table of 10. Sponsorship opportunities available
Contact: Cindy Sofarelli
Telephone: 813-209-1020
Email: cindy.sofarelli@metromin.org
Website: metromin.org
ForHearts 2024 Gatsby Gala.
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Patricia J. Sullivan Elementary String Ensemble under the direction of Dr Francisco Diaz at Bridge Builders 2024
Florida Elks Charities
Florida Elks Charities helps to support two major projects of the Florida State Elks Association, which are the Florida Elks Youth Camp and Florida Elks Children’s Therapy Services. The Florida Elks Camp is located in Umatilla, Florida and provides a fullservice camping facility to the youth of Florida. The Florida Children’s Therapy Services offers free in-home physical and occupational therapy to Florida children in need. We have 32 therapists throughout the state free of charge
St . Pete Opera Company
Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance
The Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the pursuit of scientific research leading to treatments and a cure for Friedreich’s ataxia (FA) FA is a genetic, progressive neuromuscular disease affecting 15,000 people worldwide.
Main Fundraising Event: FARA Energy Ball
Main Fundraising Event: Unmasking Autism Gala
Date: April 26, 2025
Time: 6-11 p.m.
Location: Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront, 333 First St SE, St Petersburg
Description of Event: The Unmasking Autism Gala’s aim is to provide services and awareness of children with autism spectrum disorder The sooner a child with ASD receives services, the better chance for them to reach their full potential, which is a different child
Ticket Price: $275 (Prices subject to change)
Contact: Dan Masi
Telephone: 352-805-0823
Email: dan@floridaelks.org Website: unmaskingautism.com
Each season, St. Pete Opera employs hundreds of brillant singers, musicians, designers, dancers and talented support staff to realize our vision of artistic excellence. Through our education and community engagement programs, we educate thousands of local school children and entertain 10,000+ area residents with our mainstage operas, concerts and educational initiatives. But even the best-selling shows only cover a third of the cost of producing top-quality musical entertainment Support SPO with your tax-deductible donation. Gifts can be in any amount, made online or by phone, and we accept credit cards, checks and gifts of stock and planned giving.
Date: Sept. 27, 2025
Location: Tampa Marriott Water Street, 505 Water St., Tampa
Main Fundraising Event: Bella Voce, St. Pete Opera’s gala fundraiser
Date: May 3, 2025
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Location: Coastal Creative, 2201 First Ave. S., St Petersburg Ticket Price: For information, visit us online Website: stpeteopera.org
Description of Event: The FARA Energy Ball is a high-energy gala that brings together hundreds of supporters to raise funds for critical research into Friedreich’s ataxia (FA) Guests will enjoy delicious food, drinks, dancing and entertainment all while supporting a worthy cause. The event also features a silent and live auction, with proceeds benefiting FARA’s research programs and the USF Health Ataxia Research Center
Ticket Price: $750
Contact: Ava Forney Telephone: 484-879-6160
Email: ava.faraenergyball@curefa.org Website: curefa.org/now
Let’s all help to make a difference in a child’s life
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Proceeds benefit FARA and the USF Health Ataxia Research Center
One of our Turandot performances, all of which sold out.
Join us for the grooviest gala in town as you rewind to the hippest decades of the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. You will enjoy dining, dancing, drinking and celebrating to support the mission of arts and education.
For sponsorships & tables, contact Director of Advancement PAMELA ARBISI parbisi@americanstage.org
Hosted at the James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art Complimentary Valet Provided Attire: 60’s • 70’s • 80’s
For event assistance, contact Donor Services Manager CHEYENNE DEBARROS cdebarros@americanstage.org
Sponsor+Design by FEBRUARY 15, 2025 6:00 - 10:00 PM
From left: Branko van Oppen, Michael Bennett, Bridget Bryson and Bill Zewadski. Tampa Museum of Art. Pride & Passion: Wonderland. Courtesy of Amy Scherzer.
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The Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts at Ruth Eckerd Hall. Unlock the Possibilities Gala. Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 N. McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater. 6 p.m.
Pinellas County Police Athletic League. 11th Annual
Pinellas Police Athletic League Benefit Breakfast. Hilton St. Petersburg Carillon Park, 950 Lake Carillon Drive, St. Petersburg Check-in: 7:15 a.m. Program: 8-9 a.m.
Children’s Dream Fund. Clays for Kids Sarasota Trap Skeet and Clays, 3445 Rustic Road, Nokomis. 9 a.m.
Dunedin Cares Food Pantry. Holiday Food Drive. Dunedin Cares Food Pantry, 1630 Pinehurst Road, Dunedin. Mondays-Saturdays 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Nov. 1- Dec. 20.
Children’s Advocacy Center of Hernando County. Dining Under the Stars on Main Street: A Farm to Table Event. 5-9:30 p.m.
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services of Florida. 15th Annual Wine Tasting and Silent Auction. Seven Springs Golf and Country Club, 3535 Trophy Blvd., New Port Richey. 6:30-10 p.m.
The Foundation of Caring. Fall Market. 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Junior Service League of Greater New Port Richey Bingo. 6-9 p.m.
Florida Voices for Animals. Tampa Bay Veg Fest. Perry Harvey Sr Park, 1000 E. Harrison St., Tampa. 11 a.m.
Tampa Museum of Art. Pavilion XXXVIII. Tampa
Museum of Art, 120 W. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa. 7 p.m.
Golden Ears Sanctuary and Rescue. Sixth Annual Barks, Bags ‘n’ Brews Cornhole Tournament
The Skills Center Annual SNKR Ball. 7 p.m.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation. Rock the Roof SMH Sarasota’s West Parking Garage, 1818 Hawthorne St., Sarasota 7 p.m.
CASA Pinellas. Domestic Violence Awareness Month Scavenger Hunt Welcome to the Farm, 242 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Event kickoff: 12 p.m. Good Night John Boy, 16 Second St N., St Petersburg. After-party & award ceremony: 3 p.m.
Tampa Bay Watch. Evening for the Bay. Tampa Bay Watch, 3000 Pinellas Bayway S., Tierra Verde. 6 p.m.
Children’s Dream Fund. Tampa Bay’s Flamingo Float. Armature Works, 1910 N. Ola Ave., Tampa. 10 a.m.
The Chiselers. Walk for the Minarets. Henry B. Plant Hall, University of Tampa, 401 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa. 9 a.m.
Palm Harbor Museum. Wine Around. Palm Harbor Museum, 2043 Curlew Road, Palm Harbor 4 p.m.
University Area CDC. 2024 Gala: Studio 54. TPepin’s Hospitality Centre, 4121 N. 50th St., Tampa. 6 p.m.
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Around the World with St Jude Gala Armature Works, 1910 N. Ola Ave., Tampa. 6 p.m.
From left: Robert and Nicole Uithoven and Jordan and Aaron Thomas Metropolitan Ministries and Joshua House LAMPLighters Fund Hope: Denim and Diamonds. Courtesy of Joe Photo Tampa
From left: Mike and Elaine Mikurak and Jeanna and Shawn Damkoehler St Anthony’s Hospital Foundation Under the Sea Gala. Courtesy of Radiu Allen, RA Technologies.
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USF Morsani College of Medicine. 50th Annual Golden Gala. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay, 2900 Bayport Drive, Tampa. 6 p.m.
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Light the Night. Raymond James Stadium, 4201 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa. 5-9 p.m.
Junior League of Clearwater-Dunedin. 60th Annual Junior League of Clearwater-Dunedin Art Harvest. Highlander Park, 903 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin. 10 a.m.
American Cancer Society. Tampa Golf Classic. Innisbrook Resort, 36750 U.S. 19 N., Palm Harbor Nov. 3: 5 p.m. Sunday soiree. Nov. 4: 8 a.m. Shotgun start.
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Morton Plant Mease Health Care Foundation. 35th Annual Dr George Morris Memorial Foundation Golf Tournament. Belleair Country Club, 1 Country Club Lane, Belleair Registration: 10:30 a.m. Lunch: 11 a.m. Shotgun start: 12:30 p.m. Dinner: 5 p.m.
HPH Hospice. Hearts for Hospice. Grace Family Church, 22920 State Road 54, Lutz 8 a.m.
YMCA of the Suncoast. Grape Escape Garden Party. Earthscapes Garden Room, 816 Alt. 19 N., Palm Harbor 6:30 p.m.
A Kid’s Place of Tampa Bay. 13th Annual Golf Classic. Innisbrook Resort, 36750 U.S. 19 N., Palm Harbor Registration: 6:30 a.m. Shotgun start: 8 a.m.
7 Ready for Life, Inc. Ready to Shuffle. St Petersburg Shuffleboard Club, 559 Mirror Lake Drive N., St. Petersburg 6-9 p.m.
Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida. Rosé for Reproductive Rights: Tampa. Willa’s Restaurant, 1700 West Fig St., Tampa. 6 p.m.
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The Junior League of Tampa. Holiday Gift Market. Florida State Fairgrounds Expo and Entertainment Halls, 4800 U.S. 301, Tampa.
Tampa Bay History Center Annual Gala: Ships & Saddles. Tampa Bay History Center, 801 Water St., Tampa. 7 p.m.
Pasco Kids First. Paint the Night Blue Kontos Event Center, 9426 Little Road, New Port Richey. 6:30 p.m.
Life Enrichment Center. LEC Birthday Party for the Arts and Alumni Reception. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Parc Center for Disabilities. Emerald-Tie Gala. The Coliseum, 534 Fourth Ave. N., St Petersburg. 6:30-10:30 p.m.
The Helen Gordon Davis Centre for Women. Celebrate Sinatra. The Historic Fariss Ballroom, 204 E. Henderson Ave., Tampa. 8 p.m.-Midnight.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Out of the Darkness St Petersburg Community Walk Mole at Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Drive NE, St. Petersburg. Registration: 8 a.m. Program: 9 a.m.
Ybor City Historical Society. ¡Viva! Speakeasy Soiree J.C. Newman Cigar Company, 2701 N. 16th St., Tampa. 7 p.m.
St. Pete Fools Charities. St. Pete Fools Charity Ride. OCC Road House & Museum, 10575 49th St. N., Clearwater. Registration: 11 a.m. Kickstands up: 12 p.m.
From left: Camille McWhirter, Steve and Liz Reynolds, Nancy and Craig Stevens, Pat Wolfe, John Wolfe and Yvonne Friedman Tampa Bay History Center 15th Annual Gala Courtesy of Amy Scherzer
From left: Rose Jolicoeur, Maggie Duvert and Margarett Deetjen. Joshua House. Bowties & Clutches. Courtesy of Amy Scherzer.
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Oldsmar Cares. Oldsmar Rod Run. R. E. Olds Park, 107 Shore Drive W., Oldsmar 10 a.m.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay. Seventh Annual Frenchy’s Big Clays for Kids Tampa Bay Sporting Clays, 10514 Ehren Cutoff, Land O’Lakes. Registration: 1:30 p.m.
Mandatory safety training: 2:30 p.m. Event: 3 p.m.
Keys to Kindness. Keys to Kindness Golf Tournament
Crescent Oaks Golf Club, 3300 Crescent Oaks Blvd., Tarpon Springs Registration: 7:30 a.m.
Shotgun start: 8:30 a.m.
GFWC North Pinellas Woman’s Club. Christmas Under the Oaks: 48th Annual Holiday Market & Craft Show St Petersburg College Clearwater Campus, 2465 Drew St., Clearwater. 9 a.m.
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The Chi Chi Rodriguez Youth Foundation. Chi Chi Charity Classic. Chi Chi Rodriguez Golf Club, 3030 N. McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater. Nov. 10: 10 a.m. Nov. 11: 6 p.m.
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Carrollwood Cultural Center Holiday Trees Display & Auction. Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa.
YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg. Community Prayer Breakfast The Coliseum, 535 Fourth Ave. N., St. Petersburg
Feeding Tampa Bay. Hunger Dinner Feeding Tampa Bay’s Causeway Center, 3624 Causeway Blvd., Tampa.
AFP Tampa Bay Chapter National Philanthropy Day. The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art, 150 Central Ave., St Petersburg 12 p.m. 15
Cristo Rey Tampa Salesian High School Dream Gala. Academy of the Holy Names – Brady Center, 3319 Bayshore Blvd., Tampa. 6:30 p.m.
Best Buddies. Champion of the Year: Tampa Bay. The Renaissance at International Plaza, 4200 Jim Walter Blvd., Tampa. 7-11 p.m.
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St. Petersburg Free Clinic and Pet Pal Animal Shelter. St. Pete Run Fest
EmpowHERment. HER Gala. 6-10 p.m.
The Poynter Institute. The Bowtie Ball. Downtown Tampa.
Raising Relief Foundation Seventh Annual Denim and Diamonds Gala. Sheraton Sand Key Resort, 1160 Gulf Blvd., Clearwater Beach 6 p.m.
Tampa Firefighters Museum Eighth Annual Tampa Firefighters Museum Golf Tournament Tampa Palms Golf & Country Club, 5811 Tampa Palms Blvd., Tampa. 9:30 a.m.
Children’s Home Network. 42nd Annual Golf Classic & Auction. Carrollwood Golf & Country Club, 13903 Clubhouse Drive, Tampa. Registration: 8 a.m Shotgun start: 9 a.m.
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Safe Place and Rape Crisis Center SPARCC Black-Tie Gala: SPARCCle, A Starry Night Soiree (45th Sapphire Anniversary Celebration). Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 4 Mound St., Sarasota. 6 p.m. 18
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YMCA of the Suncoast. 19th Annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast. Sheraton Sand Key Resort, 1160 Gulf Blvd., Clearwater Beach. 7 a.m
Equality Florida Tampa Gala Armature Works, 1910 N Ola Ave., Tampa. 7 p.m.
St. Joseph’s Women’s Hospital. Holiday Fashion Show. JW Marriott Water Street, 510 Water St., Tampa. Registration, silent auction & cash bar: 10 a.m. Fashion show with lunch to follow: 12 p.m.
GiGi’s Playhouse. Bowl for Turkeys Fundraiser. Pin Chasers, 4847 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa. 12:30 p.m.
Moffitt Cancer Center. Miles for Moffitt Amalie Arena’s Ford Thunder Alley, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa.
Suncoast Animal League. Pars 4 Paws Charity Golf Scramble. Wentworth Golf Club, 2990 Wentworth Way, Tarpon Springs. Registration: 7 a.m. Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. Event: 9 a.m.
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The Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA. Tampa YMCA Turkey Gobble. 7-9:30 a.m.
Mike Norton as Vincent van Gogh and Angelique Diaz as Frida Kahlo. MacDonald Training Center Farm to Table(aux). Courtesy of Amy Scherzer.
From left: Lisa Roberts, Jennifer Nava, Stuart Lipman, Kathy Delaunay and Judy Tilton. The Poynter Institute Bowtie Ball Courtesy of Amy Scherzer
Strong Foundation! Every Community Needs a Strong Foundation!
At Evara Health Foundation, we believe that the strength of a community is rooted in the health and well-being of its people. Our mission is to ensure that everyone, regardless of their circumstances, has access to the quality healthcare they deserve. To build this strong foundation, we emphasis on key areas that directly impact the lives of our community members. With a focus on community outreach, technology, workforce development, and health equity, your support helps us bring vital services to underserved areas, invest in cutting-edge technology, train our healthcare professionals, and eliminate barriers to care.
We need your support to continue this vital work By donating, you’re not just helping individuals today—you’re building a healthier future for everyone. Visit www.evarahealthfoundation.org to contribute, information on upcoming events, and be part of our mission to create a strong, resilient community.
Every Community Needs a Strong Foundation. Let’s Build It Together.
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Florida Botanical Gardens Foundation. Holiday Lights in the Gardens. Florida Botanical Gardens, 12211 Walsingham Road, Largo. 5:30 p.m.
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Keep Pinellas Beautiful, Inc. Harmonies for the Holidays Players from the Florida Orchestra performing at Pop Stansell Park, 797 Florida Ave., Palm Harbor 5-9 p.m.
Opus Peace Corporation. Annual Campaign: Helping People Heal the Relationship They Have With Themselves
The Angelus. Light Up The Angelus. The Angelus, 12413 Hudson Ave. Open every night except for Mondays 6 p.m.
Suncoast Hospice/Empath Health. Lights of Lake Park. Lake Park Estates Neighborhood, 109 Ave. N., Largo. 6 p.m.
The Sustainable Living Project. Giving Tuesday.
Music Sweet Music. The 24th Annual Christmas
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Boutique. St. Petersburg Yacht Club, 11 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 1 p.m.
Boley Angels. Boley Angels’ Jingle Mingle Luncheon. Isla del Sol Yacht & Country Club, 6000 Sun Blvd., St. Petersburg 11 a.m.
St. Anthony’s Hospital Foundation. Light Up the Night: Annual Christmas Tree Lighting. St. Anthony’s Hospital, 1200 Seventh Ave. N., St Petersburg. 6:30 p.m.
Sunrise of Pasco County, Inc. Domestic & Sexual Violence Center Peace Breakfast. Wellness Center at St. Leo University, 12338 Priory Circle, San Antonio. 7 a.m.
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South Florida Baptist Hospital Foundation. Lights of Love McCall Park, 100 N. Collins St., Plant City 5:30 p.m.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay. 13th Annual Companies for Kids. Copperhead Course at Innisbrook, 36750 U.S. 19 N., Palm Harbor Registration: 9 a.m. Shotgun start: 11:30 a.m.
Tampa Bay Conservancy. Conservation Christmas Shopping. Kendra Scott, 1511 W. Swann Ave., Tampa. 5-7 p.m.
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Metropolitan Ministries. Business Breakfast of Champions. Metropolitan Ministries Tampa Holiday Tent, 2609 N. Rome Ave., Tampa. Networking: 7–7:45 a.m.
Program: 7:45–9 a.m.
LAMPLighters. 35th Annual Silver Coffee. Pat Thompson’s home, 4206 Carrollwood Village Court, Tampa. 11 a.m.
Inspira Tampa Bay, Inc. Sensory Santa. 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Tampa Bay Maritime Scholarship Foundation, Inc.
PTB Anchor Ball. TPepin’s Hospitality Centre, 4121 N. 50th St., Tampa. 5:30-10:30 p.m.
Friends of the Island Parks: Honeymoon Island State Park. Honeymoon Island Bluegrass Festival. Honeymoon Island State Park, 1 Causeway Blvd., Dunedin. 11 a.m.
GFWC Lutz-Land O’Lakes Woman’s Club. 45th Annual Lutz Arts and Crafts Festival. Keystone Prep High School, 18105 Gunn Highway, Odessa 10 a.m. 8
Suncoast Animal League. Holiday Event. Suncoast Animal League Thrift Shop, 1454 Alt. 19, Palm Harbor. 11 a.m. 12
Ryan Nece Foundation. Holiday Party: Raising the Stakes for Students. The Orlo, 315 S. Plant Ave., Tampa. 6 p.m.
Park, 200 Rex Place, Madeira Beach. Dec. 13: 5 p.m. Dec. 14: 2 p.m.
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Boley Centers. Boley Centers’ 42nd Annual Jingle Bell Run. The start/finish line for this year’s Jingle Bell Run will be on Bayshore Drive NE at Second Avenue NE, adjacent to North Straub Park. Registration: 6 p.m. Race: 7:30 p.m.
Treasure Island & Madeira Beach Chamber of Commerce. Merry Beach Market Holiday Festival. ROC
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Joshua House. Bowties & Clutches. Tampa Garden Club, 2629 Bayshore Blvd., Tampa. 7 p.m.
YMCA of the Suncoast. Reindeer Run John Chesnut Sr Park, Shelter #6, 2200 E. Lake Road S., Palm Harbor. 8:30 a.m.
Champions for Children. Gasparilla Cars in the Park. Carrollwood Village Park, 4680 W. Village Drive, Tampa. 10 a.m.
Arthritis Foundation. Jingle Bell Run. George M. Steinbrenner Field, 1 Steinbrenner Drive, Tampa. 9 a.m.
Florida Giant Dog Rescue. Keel Farms Christmas Wine Run 5K. Keel and Curley Winery, 5202 Thonotosassa Road, Plant City Dec. 21: 8:30 or 10 a.m. Dec. 22: 9 a.m.
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Hillsborough Education Foundation. Excellence in Education. Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. Macinnes Place, Tampa. 4:30-7:30 p.m.
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Ikebana International Chapter 65. The Colors of Japan: Japanese Floral Exhibition. Jan. 25: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Jan. 26: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
One Community Now. Third Annual Clay Shoot Fundraiser. Tampa Bay Sporting Clays, 10514 Ehren Cutoff, Land O’Lakes. 8 a.m.
The Junior League of Tampa. Gasparilla Invasion Party. The Junior League of Tampa, 87 Columbia Drive, Tampa.
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USF School of Theatre and Dance. Jeté 5K. USF School of Theatre and Dance, Theatre Centre, 3837 USF Holly Drive, Tampa.
From left: Srujani Pagidipati, Scott Fink, Kate Sawa, Drs. Devaiah and Rudrama Pagidipati, Dr Ami and Sidd Pagidipati, Stephanie Conners, Rahul Pagidipati and Dr Neha Pagidipati St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital Foundation. Heroes Ball. Courtesy of PamElla Winslow for Tacy Briggs-Troncoso Photography.
From left: Meg Severino, Celeste Roberts, Danielle Tinsley and Taylor Baker The Junior League of Tampa 2024 Gala. Courtesy of Carlos H. Rello Photography and Design.
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Calendar of Events 2024 -2025
27-29 Temple Beth-El. Art Festival Beth-El. Temple Beth-El, 400 Pasadena Ave. S., St Petersburg 31
Gulfport Senior Center Foundation. Love & Luck Casino Night. Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd S., Gulfport. Doors open: 5 p.m. Games begin: 6 p.m.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay. Frenchy’s Second Annual Pickled Grouper Classic. Bardmoor Golf & Tennis Club, 8001 Cumberland Road, Seminole. 5 p.m.
February 2025
Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance. Legacy Awards Dinner 4-6 p.m.
7 Academy Prep Center of St. Petersburg. Evening of Dreams The James Museum of Western and Wildlife Art, 150 Central Ave., St Petersburg 6 p.m. 15
American Stage. 2025 Gala: Decades Rewind 6-10 p.m. 20
The Phoenix Tampa. Fit to Be King Luncheon. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Charity Polo Classic, Inc. Charity Polo Classic. 12-5 p.m.
22-23 Gasparilla Distance Classic Association. Gasparilla Distance Classic. Bayshore Boulevard, Tampa.
Friends of Joshua House Foundation. Pin Party. Pin Chasers, 5555 W. Hillsborough Ave., Tampa. 1 p.m.
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Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. All Fore Kids Dinner & JHACH Invitational. The Ritz-Carlton Members Golf Club, 15150 70th Terrace E. Bradenton. Feb. 23: Dinner, 6 p.m. Feb. 24: Invitational tournament, 9 a.m. 26
Kart 4 Kids. Kart 4 Kids Pro Am 12-6 p.m.
Willi Rudowsky and Hal Freedman. Museum of the American Arts & Crafts Movement. Annual Gala. Courtesy of Kyle Fleming Photography
Our chance to serve more families than ever, better, by meeting the growing needs of families and building more rooms to expand our services into St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital.
Treatment for sick children can be an enduring journey, lasting from days, weeks, to even years. Regardless of income, families are offered a place to stay, eat, and access support services, saving them over $1,000 a week in expenses.
100 steps away from the NICU Doors
300 families overnight annually Aims to eliminate waitlist 1,000 families in daytime services
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Crawl for the Cure, Inc. Walk for the Cure of Cancer 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
8 The Centre for Women. Spring Fling: A celebratesinatra .com Event. 4-8 p.m.
Pasco Education Foundation Cinderella Ball. Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC, 522 N. Howard Ave., Tampa.
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Dawning Family Services. Dusk til Dawn. Dawning Family Services, 6718 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa. 7-11 p.m.
Safe Place and Rape Crisis Center SPARCC Runway Fashion Show The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, 1111 Ritz Carlton Drive, Sarasota. 10 a.m.
Academy of the Holy Names. By the Bay Gala. JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, 510 Water St., Tampa. 6 p.m.
SPCA Tampa Bay. Pet Walk North Straub Park, 400 Bayshore Drive NE, St Petersburg and Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Drive, Largo. Registration: 8 a.m. Pet walk parade: 10 a.m.
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Tampa Garden Club. GreenFest and Flower Show Tampa Garden Club, 2629 Bayshore Blvd., Tampa. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
American Cancer Society. Relay for Life Tampa. Raymond James Stadium, 4201 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa. March 29: 3 p.m. March 30: Ends at 8 a.m.
April 2025
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Clothes To Kids. Clothes Matter: Birthday Party. Armature Works, 1910 N. Ola Ave., Tampa. 5:30-9 p.m.
LAMPLighters. Get into the Groove: LAMPLighters Fund Hope. Higgins Hall, 5525 N. Himes Ave., Tampa. 7-11 p.m.
5 Florida CraftArt Crafting a Dream.
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Evara Health Foundation. Evara Health Foundation’s Annual Charity Concert. OCC Road House & Museum, 10575 49th St N., Clearwater.
Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County, Florida Pineywoods Golf Classic. Bloomingdale Golfers Club, 4113 Great Golfers Place, Valrico. Registration: 11 a.m. Shotgun start: 1 p.m.
BHHS Florida Properties Group fundraising for Sunshine Kids. Sunshine Kids Clay Shoot. Tampa Bay Sporting Clays, 10514 Ehren Cutoff, Land O’Lakes 8 a.m
National Pediatric Cancer Foundation. Fashion Funds the Cure The Motor Enclave, 6500 Motor Enclave Way, Tampa. Reception: 6 p.m. Fashion show: 7:30 p.m.
ForHearts Worldwide. A Night ForHearts. The Vault, 611 N. Franklin St., Tampa. 6 p.m.
Featured guest florist Canaan Marshall tends to an arrangement. Margaret Acheson Stuart Society. Art in Bloom Courtesy of the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg
Models pose in gowns from Carolina Herrera’s spring collection. Tampa Museum of Art. CITY: Fashion + Art + Culture. Courtesy of Amy Scherzer
FCA Tampa Bay. 40th Annual Golf Classic. Westchase Golf Club, 11602 Westchase Golf Drive, Tampa.
Metropolitan Ministries. Bridge Builders. JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, 510 Water St., Tampa. 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Dream Center of Tampa. Third Annual Golf Tournament. Westchase Golf & Country Club, 11602 Westchase Golf Drive, Tampa.
HCMA Foundation. 27th HCMA Foundation Charity Golf Classic. TPC Tampa Bay, 5300 W. Lutz Lake Fern Road, Lutz. 12 p.m. 25-26
One Community Now. 2025 Operation Stand Down (Veterans-Only Event) The Concourse Rotary Pavilion, 11919 Alric Pottberg Road, Shady Hills. April 25: 10 a.m. April 26: 10 a.m.
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St. Anthony’s Hospital St. Anthony’s Triathlon. Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Drive NE, St Petersburg and North Shore Pool, 901 N. Shore Drive NE, St. Petersburg
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, Tampa Bay. PurpleStride Steinbrenner Field, 1 Steinbrenner Drive, Tampa. 8-11 a.m.
Florida Elks Charities. Unmasking Autism Gala. Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront, 333 First St SE, St Petersburg 6-11 p.m.
Some of the children spending the holidays sheltered at Metropolitan Ministries sang Christmas carols at the LAMPLighters Silver Coffee on Dec. 8, 2023 Metropolitan Ministries and Joshua House. LAMPLighters Silver Coffee. Courtesy of Joe Photo Tampa
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Junior Service League of Greater New Port Richey Sequins & Spurs Charity Ball. 7-11 p.m.
The Dalí Museum. Los Vinos de Dali The Dalí Museum, 1 Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg 7 p.m.
Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. A Night for All Children. The Vinoy, 501 Fifth Ave., NE, St Petersburg. 6 p.m.
Make-A-Wish Southern Florida. 15th Annual Wishmaker’s Ball. JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, 510 Water St., Tampa. 6 p.m.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay. Great Futures Golf Scramble. Plantation Palms Golf Club, 23253 Plantation Palms Blvd., Land O’Lakes. Registration, breakfast and free-range balls: 7:15 a.m. Shotgun start: 8:30 a.m.
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1 Wheelchairs 4 Kids. 10th Annual Wheelchairs 4 Kids Celebrity Golf Tournament Innisbrook Golf Resort, 36750 U.S. 19 N., Palm Harbor. 12 p.m.
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V Foundation for Cancer Research. Dick Vitale Gala. The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, 1111 Ritz Carlton Drive, Sarasota. 6:30 p.m.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation. The Golf Tournament. Laurel Oak Country Club, 2700 Gary Player Blvd., Sarasota. 8:30 a.m.
American Cancer Society. Relay for Life of Plant City Florida Strawberry Grounds, 303 Berryfest Drive, Plant City 6 p.m.
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The Foundation of Caring Celebration of Caring: Ohana Means Family 6-11 p.m.
St. Pete Opera Company. Bella Voce Coastal Creative, 2201 First Ave. S., St Petersburg. 6-9 p.m.
New Life Solutions Walk for Life. North Shore Park, 901 N. Shore Drive NE, St. Petersburg 8 a.m.
Schools for Haiti. 2025 Gala. Armature Works, 1910 N. Ola Ave., Tampa. 5:30 p.m.
Honor Flight of West Central Florida. Celebrate America’s Heroes - Support Local Veterans Featuring Homegrown: The Zac Brown Band Tribute Experience. OCC Road House & Museum, 10575 49th St N., Clearwater 4-7 p.m.
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Tampa General Hospital Foundation Golf Tournament. Old Memorial Golf Club, 13600 Hixon Road, Tampa.
Academy Prep Center of Tampa. King Cobra Chess Extravaganza Academy Prep Center of Tampa, 1407 E. Columbus Drive, Tampa. 5:30 p.m.
Academy Prep Center of St. Petersburg. Five Fabulous Females. Island Grand: A TradeWinds Beach Resort, 5500 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. 11:30 a.m.
FCA Tampa Bay. 13th Annual Witt Memorial Sporting Clays Shoot Tampa Bay Sporting Clays, 10514 Ehren Cutoff, Land O’Lakes
Tampa Firefighters Museum. Cinco de Dodgeball. Tampa Firefighters Museum, 720 E. Zack St., Tampa. 5 p.m.
From left: Bill Goede, Justin Gray, Lori Goede and Bill Rolon. Straz Center for the Performing Arts Broadway Ball: “Moulin Rouge!” Courtesy of Marc Edwards.
From left: Theresa Troiani, Yashira Anderson, Adrienne Pagan and Michelle Urena. Ronald McDonald House Charities of Tampa Bay. Storybook Ball: “Luca.” Courtesy of Amy Scherzer.
Equality Florida. St. Pete Gala The Coliseum, 535 Fourth Ave. N., St. Petersburg.
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Tampa Bay. Storybook Ball: “Moana.” Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel, 4200 Jim Walter Blvd., Tampa.
Tampa Bay Watch. Tarpon Rodeo. Fort De Soto Park Boat Ramp, 3500 Pinellas Bayway S., Tierra Verde. 6 a.m.
The Florida Aquarium. World Ocean Day Soiree. The Florida Aquarium, 701 Channelside Drive, Tampa. 6 p.m.
Sunrise of Pasco County, Inc. Domestic & Sexual Violence Center. Hope Breakfast. Kontos Event Center at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 9426 Little Road, New Port Richey. 7 a.m.
Youth & Family Alternatives RAP House. RAP River Run: Giving Our Children a Pathway of Hope. New Port Richey Sims Park, Grand Blvd. & Bank Street.
28 The Angelus. Family, Fun and Fireworks Extravaganza. The Angelus, 12413 Hudson Ave., Hudson. 3 p.m.
Believe with Me. Freedom 4-Miler. Al Lopez Park, 4810 N. Himes Ave., Tampa. July 2025
26 The Centre for Women. Summer Soiree: A celebratesinatra.com event. 8 p.m.-Midnight.
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Treasure Island & Madeira Beach Chamber of Commerce. Monte Carlo Casino Night. The West Events, 13435 Gulf Blvd., Madeira Beach 6 p.m.
Wheelchairs 4 Kids. Firecracker 400. Airport Farmers & Flea Market, 17375 Spring Hill Drive, Brooksville. 12 p.m.
September 2025
Gulf Coast JFCS. Lives Uplifted Tropicana Field, 1 Tropicana Drive, St Petersburg
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Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance and the USF Health Ataxia Research Center FARA Energy Ball. Tampa Marriott Water Street, 505 Water St., Tampa. Cocktails: 6 p.m. Energy ball: 7 p.m.
October 2025
American Cancer Society. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Tampa. Raymond James Stadium, 4201 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa.
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Friends of Joshua House Foundation Joshua House Gala. The Motor Enclave, 6500 Motor Enclave Way, Tampa. 6:30 p.m.
AdventHealth West Florida Division Hospitals Starlight Gala. JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, 510 Water St., Tampa. 4:30 p.m.
Humane Society of Tampa Bay. Tuxes & Tails. Tampa Convention Center, 333 S. Franklin St., Tampa.
St. Anthony’s Hospital Foundation. Golf Classic: Annual Golf Tournament. Innisbrook, 36750 U.S. 19 N., Palm Harbor 10:30 a.m.
The Dalí Museum. Suenos de Dalí. The Dalí Museum, 1 Dalí Blvd., St. Petersburg 8 p.m.
From left: Ed Buckley, Alex Sink, Marlee Strawn and Al Johnson. The Florida Aquarium World Ocean Day Soiree. Courtesy of Amy Scherzer
Amy and Paul Shoukry American Heart Association. Tampa Bay Heart Ball Courtesy of PamElla Lee Photography.
