Events
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Landmark victory: American Journey has arrived
Not only does it best Ikea as the coolest thing on Adamo Drive, the mural is the largest of its kind in Florida.
Posted by Nicole Abbett on Tue, May 21, 2013 at 9:43 PM
- Nicole Abbett
- LANDMARK VICTORY: American Journey gives passersby an eyeful on Adamo Drive.
Despite the sweltering heat, more than 100 people showed up to the dedication of the Adamo Drive Mural, American Journey, joining Mayor Bob Buckhorn and mural artist Michael Parker in a dedication ceremony to celebrate its official unobstructed view, allowing all a glimpse of Ybor City’s rich history.
- Nicole Abbett
- Members of the Ybor City Development Council, the Hillsborough County Arts Council and the Tampa community came out to show support at Adamo Drive Mural dedication.
Monday, May 20, 2013
Adamo Drive Mural ready to be unveiled
It'll be the largest outdoor original artwork in Florida, in Ybor City between 17th and 19th streets.
Posted by Nicole Abbett on Mon, May 20, 2013 at 1:26 PM
Join Mayor Bob Buckhorn and Tampa community leaders this Tuesday, May 21, to celebrate the newly finished Adamo Drive Mural. The dedication is taking place at 2 p.m. which will include a preliminary session with the artist, Michael Parker, and a reception afterward.
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Deadline today for the Sandhill Writers Retreat
Posted by Kent Roberts on Tue, Apr 30, 2013 at 12:46 PM
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Sudden "Impact" at Hogan's Beach
Posted by Chris Girandola on Wed, Apr 24, 2013 at 9:28 AM
- Chris Girandola
- HULK-ING PRESENCE: Hulk Hogan announces Impact Wrestling's next match.
Loud voices, flipped-over tables, proclamations and predictions of destruction and ruin, and a stunned Hogan, along with an even more confused crowd ensued. What had been a typical media event suddenly dissipated into a raucous confrontation.
Monday, April 15, 2013
A world to love on Earth Day Mon., April 22
Tampa Bay organizations dig into Earth Day with a variety of events to bring out your greener side.
Posted by Mina Abgoon and Julie Garisto on Mon, Apr 15, 2013 at 1:00 PM
Mon., April 22, is a day for everyone — environmentalists and non-environmentalists alike — to surround ourselves with fresh air, feel the rich soil underneath their feet and discover their inner naturalists. Luckily, Tampa Bay organizations provide a variety of ways to help you show your love and appreciation for the planet we call home. If it's more convenient for you to celebrate over the weekend, rather than the Monday the holiday actually falls on, you have plenty of options.
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Lightning players go bald for a great cause
Carle, Crombeen, Lecavalier, Killorn and Purcell enlist in a hair-razing experience for kids battling cancer.
Posted by Nicole Abbett on Thu, Apr 11, 2013 at 8:39 PM
- Nicole Abbett
- Team Lightning - Matt Carle, BJ Crombeen, Alex Killorn, Vinny Lecavalier and Teddy Purcell before getting their heads shaved.
Last night the Fourth Annual Bright House Networks Cut for a Cure Charity Challenge, presented by Carrabba’s Italian Grill, was held at the Tampa Bay Times Forum. Several players from the Tampa Bay Lighting traded in their skate blades for razor blades. Matt Carle, BJ Crombeen, Vinny Lecavalier, Alex Killorn and Teddy Purcell made up Team Lightning and shaved their heads in the support of children battling cancer. There were 29 adults and children who also participated. Stylists from the Darren Pena Salon and Spa in Carrollwood dotingly guided the children.
Monday, March 18, 2013
Weekend o'fun — shots from 2013 St. Patrick's Day events
Jet packs, bikes races, a green river and more ...
Posted by Chip Weiner on Mon, Mar 18, 2013 at 5:47 PM
St. Patrick's Day weekend brought a lot of events to the Tampa Bay area. There was a celebration going on in Curtis Hixon Park, a national criterium bike race in downtown Tampa, and a parade in Ybor city.
At 11 a.m. Mayor Bob Buckhorn blew an air horn signaling the start of the second annual greening of the river. The mayor said he got the idea from Chicago but proclaims that Tampa's river is the greenest.
There are more St. Patrick's Day happenings — including the Cigar City Criterium race and the Rough Riders Ybor City parade.
Sunday, March 10, 2013
Nude Nite 2013 — photo gallery from edgy Ybor
This ain't your grandmother's nude art show.
Posted by Chip Weiner on Sun, Mar 10, 2013 at 12:41 AM
The old broom factory at 3606 E. Fourth Ave. is not too hard to find but even show director Kelly Stevens understands why some people might hesitate to venture to this dark part of Ybor City.
Go! Especially if you like good music, edgy nude art, and a cool party atmosphere.
Stevens and crew has again transformed this old dusty space into a well lit and art-rich venue. It is a lot of work for a three-day show. Exhibits include sculptures, paintings, photograph and live performance art.
Monday, March 4, 2013
Strawberry Festival off to a sweet start
Strawberries, exhibits and breathtaking rides are all part of the fun at this year's festival
Posted by Chip Weiner on Mon, Mar 4, 2013 at 12:50 PM
- Chip Weiner
- United States Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack pays a visit to the St. Clements Catholic Church strawberry shortcake booth. The exhibit has been a part of the strawberry festival for over 40 years. Vilsack was given a flat of specially selected strawberries from Parkesdale farm and then sampled shortcake Plant City style
The 2013 Florida Strawberry Festival began Thursday and runs for 11 days. The event takes place in Plant City, the winter strawberry capital of the world according to the city's website. The Florida Strawberries Growers Association says the sweet fruit is available from December through April every year and is grown on approximately 8000 acres around Florida.
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Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Huzzah! Photos from the Bay Area Renaissance Festival
Defying death, rat pucking and mermaid watching are all part of the fun.
Posted by Chip Weiner on Tue, Feb 26, 2013 at 10:13 AM
Saturday began the seven-weekend run of the Bay Area Renaissance Festival 2013 , near MOSI in north Tampa. The event is in its 35th year and features several new acts, food and activities, all set in a recreation of a 16th-century village. Themes change each weekend, with the first one being Wine, Chocolate & Romance! Entertainment involves live warhorse jousting, human chess matches, washing well wenches and so much more.
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