Community Corner
GET OUT: Weekend Events Preview Aug. 12-13
With a variety of entertainment venues and restaurants in the area, there's no reason to spend the weekend at home. We've put together a list of fun things to do in the Bloomingdale area.
It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.
Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new bars/restaurants/shops to explore.
WHAT/WHERE: The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 75 provides no-obligation vessel safety inspections for recreational boaters at E.G. Simmons Park in Ruskin on the first and third Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and at Williams Park in Gibsonton the second and fourth Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m..
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WHY GO: These inspections take about 15 minutes and are free.
WHAT/WHERE: The Theatre Arts & Dance Alliance, 16711 FishHawk Blvd., Lithia, will present "The Wizard of Oz" Friday, Aug. 12 at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. and Saturday at 3 p.m.
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WHY GO: Head on over to the Theatre Arts & Dance Alliance to see a local production of "The Wizard of Oz" and support local arts at the same time.
WHAT/WHERE: The Poetry Group will meet at Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 122 Brandon Town Center Drive, Brandon, Aug. 12 at 7:30 p.m.
WHY GO: Whether you write poetry or just enjoy reading it, come meet with like-minded poetry buffs.
WHAT/WHERE: Calling all budding musicians: The Florida Academy of Performing Arts is holding a free music workshop for ages 2 to 10 at Music Showcase, 402 Oakfield Drive, Brandon, Aug. 13 from 9:30 to 11 a.m.
WHY GO: Children will learn the sounds of the instruments offered for private lessons at Music Showcase.
WHAT/WHERE: Park Square will host the sixth annual Parrot Head Party with The LandSharks Aug. 12 from 7 to 10 p.m.
WHY GO: Join your neighbors for a great time listening to this Jimmy Buffet-style beach band.
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