Friday, May 18, 2012
This free family-friendly event will showcase more than 80 local artists.
News Report: Jackson’s Bar and Bistro will host Tampa Bay’s sixth ‘Art on the Water’ event on Sunday, May 20, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event was originally scheduled for April, but was canceled due to rain. This Sunday, ‘Art on the Water’ will take place at its new location on Harbour Island’s water-walk next to Jackson’s, and will feature more than 80 local artists, live music and several businesses supporting local art. The first ‘Art on the Water’ event took place July 2011. Tampa artist Brian Taylor came up with the idea for ‘Art on the Water’ after witnessing year after year that the fine art shows always seemed to be taking place across the bridge in St. Petersburg. Taylor felt as though Tampa art was dying, and being a local …
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
The 22nd Annual Elementary Fine Arts Festival will take place at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts on Wednesday, May 16.
From Hillsborough County Public Schools: More than 700 fourth and fifth grade art and music students from public schools across the county will showcase their talents at the 22nd Annual Elementary Fine Arts Festival at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Pl., beginning at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 16. The Morsani Hall lobby will open at 6:30 p.m. for the student artwork gallery. At 7 p.m., music students from around the county will participate in a variety of performances including a festival orchestra, handbell choir, three regional choruses, Orff ensemble, world drumming, and a finale of all ensembles. Students and parents have raved about past performances. “It was amazing how all of the separate ensembles …
Saturday, May 12, 2012
The free event will take place in Centennial Park.
From City of Tampa: The first - and free - Loafing in the Park concert happens this weekend along with Tropical Heatwave in Ybor City. See Bella Danza Dance Crew, The Mud Flappers, The Vodkanauts, The Groves and Mojo Gurus in Centennial Park, 1800 E. 8th Ave., from 5-10 p.m. Saturday, May 12. Just a few blocks away, the stage at Centro Ybor has John Allen, Katie Grace Helow, Ian and Evan, Danny Freeman and The Cook Trio. For more info, visit www.facebook.com/loafinginthepark
Friday, May 11, 2012
A launch party takes place May 23 at Wimauma in South Tampa.
Pat Sanchez isn’t an artist, but she has a passion for helping those with talent show off what they can do. She also loves helping promote local businesses. That’s why Sanchez launched Everything Eclectic. The new business brings artists, businesses and nonprofits together in what Sanchez hopes will be a perfect marriage for all three. Everything Eclectic works with local artists to promote their works at local businesses. Venues, such as restaurants, that host the artwork are able to promote the sale of the works and they also gain exposure and business from social events that Sanchez’s company stages. Nonprofits, such as the Art Council of Hillsborough County, also receive donations from Everything Eclectic events. Sanchez said the …
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Thursday, May 10, 2012
The Tampa Bay History Center will celebrate Mother’s Day with free admission for moms with one paid admission on Sunday, May 13.
Submitted by Manny Leto: The Tampa Bay History Center will celebrate Mother’s Day with free admission for moms with one paid admission on Sunday, May 13, from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. To commemorate the day, the History Center will offer arts and crafts for kids in the Lykes Atrium and a 15 percent discount in the Museum Store on select items. Moms and families are encouraged to visit the museum and dine at the waterfront Columbia Cafe located inside the History Center. The Cafe features both indoor and outdoor seating. The Mother’s Day celebration will take place during regular business hours at the History Center, 801 Old Water St. For more informarion, call (813) 228-0097 or visit www.tampabayhistorycenter.org for more information. About …
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801 Old Water St, Tampa, FL
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Monday, May 7, 2012
From Sarasota to Tarpon Springs, there are plenty of excellent museums just a day trip away.
School is almost out for the summer, and parents in the Tampa Bay area are in luck: There are plenty of esteemed museums within an hour's drive of the Tampa Bay area. Which local museum is your favorite? Here's a rundown of art, science and history destinations across the Bay area — just follow the links for hours, directions and upcoming events. Cast your vote for your favorite museum in the poll below. Did we miss your favorite? Please let us know in the comments. About Readers' Choice: Voting is open from 9 a.m. Monday to 9 a.m. Friday. Any ties will be broken based on reader comments and reviews. Poll choices represent a sampling of local businesses and are not intended to be all-inclusive. Would you like a free business listing in the…
Thursday, May 3, 2012
Grab a blanket and picnic dinner and head to downtown tonight.
News Report: The Florida Orchestra will perform a free Pops in the Park Concert in Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park in downtown Tampa at 7.30 p.m. Thursday, May 3. The orchestra will offer a program of familiar symphonic favorites including Johann Strauss' Die Fledermaus and Eljen a Magyar Polka, and a waltz from Tchaikovsky's Sleeping Beauty. The concert also includes selections from My Fair Lady and The Phantom of the Opera, along with John Williams' Superman March and Tchaikovsky's explosive 1812 Overture. Steven Byess will conduct. Guests are welcome to bring blankets and picnic dinners. Food vendors will be on site as well, and Blue Bell Ice Cream will be sampling its famous Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream. Attendees are asked to bring canned …
Friday, April 27, 2012
Create a beaded charm bracelet for Mother's Day at a workshop on Saturday, April 28.
Submitted by Sally Shifke: On Mom's special day, show your love and appreciation with a homemade gift from the heart. We know that husbands and children everywhere will be looking for that extra special gift idea to surprise Mom or Grandma. Come to our workshop and create a beaded charm bracelet on Saturday, April 28, from 10 a.m. to noon. The workshop will be held in the Music Room of Henry B. Plant Museum located on the University of Tampa campus at 401 W. Kennedy Blvd. Local jewelry maker Joyce Howell will provide charm bracelet making instructions. There will be an assortment of beads and charms for participants to choose from. Price includes bracelet and refreshments. Adults must accompany children during workshop. Admission is $20 …
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Friday, April 20, 2012
The event has been postponed due to the inclement weather predicted for Saturday, April 21.
From City of Tampa Online: It is with great regret that due to the severe inclement weather predicted for tomorrow and in the interest of the safety of all our attendees and entertainers, we have made the decision to postpone the Erase Hate Tampa Bay festival. The event was initially scheduled to take place in Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park on Saturday, April 21. Our new date will be announced as soon as it is confirmed. Please email barbie.winterbottom@erasehatetampabay.org with any questions you may have.
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Friday, April 6, 2012
Enjoy classic and new rock and roll tunes on the Riverwalk.
From Tampa Downtown Partnership: Don't miss the 2012 Patel Conservatory's Rock School Blowout led by Rock School gurus Lee Ahlin, Paul Stoddart and Dean Tidey….these Rock School students remind us why we were born to be wild! Multiple bands will perform both classic and new rock and roll tunes, and show off their inner wild thing. So bring your blanket or stadium seats out to hang with the band. Food and beverages will be available for purchase at the event on Saturday, April 7, from 1-5 p.m. on the Riverwalk behind the David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Pl. The event is free.
Loran Tripp
8:25 am on Friday, May 11, 2012
Looking forward to this event!!! more ›