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Sunday, May 1, 2011

5 Things to Know today, May 1

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

5 Things to Know Today, April 30

Here's some things you might want to know as you go about your day.

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 …

Tuesday, March 29, 2011

2nd Ladies Night Out at Winthrop Planned

The event will take place April 2 at Winthrop Town Centre.

Ladies, get ready to shop. The Little Shoppes of Winthrop Town Centre, 6026 Winthrop Town Centre Ave, Riverview, will host their second Ladies Night Out Saturday, April 2 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. "The first event was wonderful," said Deborah Williams, owner of Bellafia Chocolate Boutique, one of the Little Shoppes in Winthrop, all women-owned businesses. "We had 10 vendors along with the shops open, and we were packed. We had shoppers come all the way from Tampa for the event." The Ladies Night Out features Lady Chameleon Accessories Boutique, Bellafia and Royalty X Thr33 shops in Winthrop. In addition, 15 women vendors have been invited to display their wares on the sidewalk in front of the shops. The event includes complimentary wine, coffee …

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

The Great Escape: Winthrop Town Centre

Indulge yourself with a ladies-only shopping trip.

 You don't have to go far for a day of shopping. Winthrop Town Centre offers an opportunity to indulge both your sense of fashion and taste. Start your visit by dropping in at Bellafia Chocolate Boutique to satisfy your chocolate craving. Deborah Williams, the owner of Bellafia Chocolate Boutique at 6028 Winthrop Town Centre Ave., Riverview, carries chocolates from Germany, Venezuela, Switzerland and the United States. The chocolate peanut butter cups are to die for. Follow up with a visit to Royalty X Thr33, 6032 Winthrop Town Centre Ave., Riverview, for a funky new frock. Winthrop's funky chic fashion boutique opened in December and is operated by Desiree Cunningham. If it's accessories you seek, Lady Chameleon may have just the thing. …

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Great Escape: Saturday Night Ladies Night Out

Winthrop Town Center will host a Ladies Night Out.

The boutique stores at Winthrop Town Center will host their first ever Ladies Night Out Saturday, March 5, starting at 6:30 P.M.  The event is geared toward women, but men are more than welcome to attend .  Food and wine will be provided with donations from Chick-Fil-A in Valrico and Publix on Lumsden Road.  Royalty X Thr33, Bellafia Chocolate Boutique and Lady Chameleon will be the main hosts for the evening with Stacy Larson photography on hand to showcase work. There will be some wellness information from Arbonne International representative Sherri Eichhols, as well as a representative from Tampa General Hospital.  The evening is meant to bring women together and showcase the front boutiques near Starbucks.

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