Friday, July 8, 2011
It's a rainy Friday, but that doesn't have to prevent you from celebrating the weekend.
1. Mad With Power will peform at J.F. Kick's Neighborhood Bar and Grill, 3345 Lithia-Pinecrest Road, Valrico, Friday and Saturday from 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Rock out with this Brandon-based band while enjoying all-you-can-eat fish and chips on Friday and a variety of appetizers including oysters on the half shell, crab cakes and baked brie en croute Saturday. 2. Moonlight Graham will perform at The Green Iguana, 6264 Winthrop Town Centre Ave., Riverview, Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. Moonlight Graham is an acoustic duo based in Tampa. They play upbeat songs from a variety of genres, particularly songs most people are not used to hearing done acoustically. 3. Provided it isn't raining, the free Friday Summer Concert Series continues at Park …
Thursday, July 7, 2011
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.
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Thursday, July 7, 2011
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. Where/When: Mad With Power will peform at J.F. Kick's Neighborhood Bar and Grill, 3345 Lithia-Pinecrest Road, Valrico, Friday and Saturday from 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Why Go: Rock out with this Brandon-based band while enjoying all-you-can-eat fish and chips on Friday and a variety of appetizers including oysters on the half shell, crab cakes and baked brie en croute Saturday. Where/When: Moonlight Graham will perform at The Green Iguana, 6264 Winthrop Town Centre Ave., Riverview, Friday from 5 to …
Here's some things you might want to know as you go about your day.
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- D'Ann White
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Thursday, July 7, 2011
1. You might see some scattered thunderstorms in the Bloomingdale Patch area today. According to weather.com, there's a 60 percent chance of rain in our area. 2. If you enjoy wine, here's an event for you. Park Square Cellar will host a free wine tasting of Cellar Maiden wines July 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. at 16132 Churchview Drive, Lithia. 3. The Green Iguana, 6264 Winthrop Town Centre Ave., Riverview, presents Johnny Chromatic tonight from 6 to 10 p.m. 4. The FishHawk/Boyette/Lithia Area Business Council meets the first Thursday of the month at noon at the Palmetto Club, 17004 Dorman Road, Lithia. For information, contact the Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce at 813-689-1221. 5. FishHawk SOS (Singles Over 60) meets Thursdays from noon to 3 p…
Friday, June 24, 2011
Here's entertainment occurring at local venues tonight.
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Friday, June 24, 2011
1. Looking for something to do tonight? The free Friday Summer Concert Series returns to Park Square in FishHawk Ranch June 24 from 7 to 10 p.m. with the ultimate Eric Clapton tribute band, Crossroads. Tampa-based tribute band Crossroads covers the entire career of guitar legend Eric Clapton from Cream to present day. This year, Newland Communities, sponsor of the concert series, is partnering with Feeding America Tampa Bay, and will host a food drive each Friday night. The concerts are free but residents are asked to bring a canned food to donate to Feeding America Tampa Bay. Those bringing a nonperishable item will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win prizes. 2. After the concert, take the party to Upstairs, 6144 Churchview Drive…
Friday, June 17, 2011
Here's some things you might want to know as you go about your day.
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- D'Ann White
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Friday, June 17, 2011
1. Barbara Schwabe continues her campaign for honorary mayor of Brandon on Friday, June 17, hosting a Wines & Designs event at Center Place starting at 6:30 p.m. Guests will create a hand-painted wine glass or beer stein while enjoying wine and dinner. All supplies are included. The cost is $30 per person or $50 per couple. 2. Dancin' Motion School of the Arts in Bloomingdale Commons at 127 W. Bloomingdale Ave., Brandon, offers Friday Night Dance Socials every Friday from 9:30 p.m. to 3 a.m. The price is $8 at the door or $5 for college students with an ID. The price includes a 30-minute Latin dance class, drinks and snacks. 3. Upstairs offers free Friday live band concerts starting at 8 p.m. at 16144 Churchview Drive, Lithia, on the …
Friday, June 3, 2011
Here's some thing you might want to know as you go about your day.
1. "Jekyll & Hyde" will be presented June 3-5 at The Regent, 6437 Watson Road. The Florida Academy of Performing Arts, through special arrangements with Music Theatre International, will present "Jekyll & Hyde," the tale of the classic battle between good and evil. Under the direction of Miguel Oquendo, the Showcase Players, a beginning musical theatre class for teens ages 13 and up, will present 10 performances on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, June 3-5 and June 10-12. Performance times are Fridays at 7 p.m., Saturdays at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 general admission and $8 for students, seniors and military. 2.The Florida Academy of Performing Arts also will present "Once On This Island," the …
Sunday, May 29, 2011
It's a great day to take advantage of some Memorial Day sales or enjoy an afternoon of music and museums.
1. Get out early and enjoy your Memorial Day weekend. The temperatures will reach a high of 91 degrees in the Bloomingdale Patch area, according to Weather.com., and there's a 30 percent chance of thunderstorms later this afternoon. 2. Spend the day shopping. Memorial Day sales traditionally offer deep discounts on furniture and appliances. 3. Bowl with the Brandon Ballet today from 1:30–4 p.m. at The Alley at Southshore, 10221 Big Bend Road, Riverview. Join the Brandon Ballet for an afternoon of unlimited bowling. There also will be chances to win prizes and giveaways. Bowling starts at 2 p.m. The cost is $15 for adults, $10 for students. Shoe rental is free. Each lane holds six bowlers and spaces are limited. Sign up by calling 813-684-…
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Here's some things you might want to know as you go about your day.
1. The FishHawk Farmer's Market is held the first Sunday of the month at Park Square in FishHawk Ranch. About 30 vendors participate, selling resh fruits and vegetables, handmade Caribbean cooking sauces, fresh seafood, gourmet jams and jellies, fresh-baked breads, imported coffee, hot breakfast and lunch sandwiches, imported cheeses and more. Shop also for jewelry, clothes and photography. The market occasionally features live music by the Eastern Hillsborough Community Band. Admission is free. 2. Organizers of the annual Momentum Festival will host the second annual Mo Fest Brew Fest Sunday, May 1, from noon to 3 p.m. at Bootleggers Beer and Wine Home Brewing Supplies, 650 Oakfield Drive, Brandon. There will be five brewers …
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Here's some things you might want to know as you go about your day.
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- D'Ann White
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Saturday, April 30, 2011
1. As part of the ongoing effort to crack down on illegal pill mills and prevent prescription drug abuse, Hillsborough County is taking part in the Drug Enforcement Agency's National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. On April 30th, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, along with the Tampa Police Department, will collect unused or expired prescription medications from citizens to prevent potentially dangerous drugs from getting into the wrong hands. The unused prescription drugs will be collected at four Sweetbay locations on April 30th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. including the Sweetbay, 2535 State Road 60 E., Valrico. Residents will be able to drop off any prescription medications they no longer use and can remain anonymous, with no …
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Happy St. Patty's Day from your friends at Patch.
Patch sought out the area's top picks for St. Patrick's Day festivities. So, put your green on and head out after work for some luck of the Irish. 1. Beef O' Brady's, located at 4330 Bell Shoals Road, Valrico, is serving corned beef and cabbage specials all day for $8.99. There also will be $1.25 drafts on green Miller Lite beer, $4 Guiness pints and other domestic drafts on special as well. 2. J.F. Kicks Neighborhood Bar & Grill, 3345 Lithia-Pinecrest Road, Valrico, is also serving corned beef and cabbage specials with Happy Hour until 8 p.m. There will be live music from the Applebutter Express until 9:30 p.m. and a DJ will take over on the plaza until closing. They will definitely be serving your favorite green beer as well. 3. …
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Park Square Cellar & Bistro
16132 Churchview Dr, Lithia, FL
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Green Iguana Bar & Grill
6264 Winthrop Town Center Ave, Brandon, FL
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J F Kicks
3345 Lithia Pinecrest Rd, Valrico, FL
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Heike House
10:45 am on Thursday, July 7, 2011
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