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Monday, May 7, 2012
What's the Best Museum in the Tampa Bay Area?
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…
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Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Young Actors Bring 'Aladdin' to Life
Westchase Community Theater is one of the area's "best-kept secrets."
Behind the metal doors of the Westchase Elementary cafeteria is a group of dedicated actors. They range in age from kindergarteners to high school students, and their passion and talent rival many seasoned professionals. Though their YouTube video of their 2011 production of Cinderella has well over 1,000 hits, the Westchase Community Theater has remained one of the area's best-kept secrets. Randi Mitchell, a volunteer theather mom, hopes it won’t stay a secret for long. Mitchell and Vanessa Lewis, a Westchase Elementary music teacher, formed Westchase Community Theatre in 2008. Several students who performed for Westchase Elementary, including Mitchell‘s daughter, were moving from elementary school to middle school where there was no …
Sherri Lonon
11:09 am on Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Has anyone out there seen these kids in action? How did they do? more ›
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Comedian Rahn Hortman Performs Saturday At The Chase Club
The Tampa-based comedian's performance has been described as "Clean but not soft."
Rahn Hortman's motto is "No matter what, just keep similing." Hortman brings his everyday-life based humor to The Chase Club this Saturday. Patch recently caught up with Hortman. Here's what he had to say about where his funnies come from. Patch: How did you get your start in comedy? Hortman: I started comedy when I came to Florida. I was always the class the clown...moved to Florida and gave it a shot. Patch: I see you grew up in Milwaukee. How has that influenced your comedy? Hortman: Growing up in Milwaukee has influenced my comedy. Being one of the most segregated cities in the country, it let me see two different worlds. I grew up on the North Side, which is predominately black. But, I went to school in the suburbs, which was …
Saturday, March 24, 2012
Poet, Westchase Resident Venus Jones Performs at Women's Festival
Jones will perform at the 19th annual Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival
Freedom. Peace. Justice. "That's what I really stand for," explains poet Venus Jones on a recent evening. "Why can't I have the freedom to be me?" It's a message Jones has spent more than a decade spreading through numerous performances and published work and the Tampa Bay community and beyond. This weekend, Jones' message will reach the ears of thousands in Los Angeles. Jones is one of 24 artist who will perform at this year's Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival. In its 19th year the annual event draws artists, performers and entertainers from around the world. The festival's mission is to create an environment for women's voices to be heard. Each year hundreds of artists submit their work to be considered as performers. Festival …
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Country Music + Art in the Park = Westchase Weekend Events, March 23-25
Not sure what to do this weekend. We simplify things with this weekend guide of events happening not too far from home.
Friday, March 23 Jim Van Fleet and the Reign Channel 10's chief meteorologist will perform at The Round Up, Tampa's Premiere Country Nightclub (13918 West Hillsborough Avenue, Tampa, 33635) Price is $10. For concert times call: 813-855-1464. Saturday, March 24 The Carrollwood Cultural Center's Arts in the Park event happens this weekend, and will include local artists, live entertainment, food vendors, and hands-on activities for children. Carrollwood Cultural Center, (4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, 33625) Price is Free. For more information go to: www.carrollwoodcenter.org Sunday, March 25 Be sure to drop by the Odessa Organic Farmers Market this weekend to pick up a wide variety of fresh produce and goods. The market is located at 8701 Gunn …
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Friday, March 9, 2012
Musical Theatre Students Spin Tropical Tale of Life, Love
Students are performing a Broadway show next week
The exotic music, rhythmic dance, and bright tropical colors of a Caribbean island will pervade the Farish Center at Independent Day School-Corbett Campus next week, as musical theatre students take audiences on an early spring break with their production of the Broadway hit, “Once On This Island Jr.” The show garnered eight Tony nominations during its Broadway run, including Best Musical, Book and Score. Many Westchase students attend The Independent Day School in Carrollwood. The play is based on the novel, “My Love, My Love” by Trinidad-born Rosa Guy. The 1990 musical was composed by Stephen Flaherty, with book and lyrics by Lynn Aherns. A story of forbidden love and class distinction, the play is a theatrical adaptation of the popular …
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Sickles Musicians Headed to Carnegie Hall
The school band's wind ensemble will play at the famous venue. They are raising money for the trip.
The Sickles High School band's wind ensemble will perform at Carnegie Hall on April 15, according to this Tampa Tribune story. Hosted by WorldStrides Heritage Performance, Sickles is one of 18 groups to play at the New York City hall. The Heritage organization gives students a chance to perform at famous musical halls. The ensemble will host fundraisers in the coming days to pay for their trip to New York City. The trip will cost $1,350 per student, according to the Tribune. Want to help? The next Sickles band fundraiser will be at the Citrus Park's Outback restaurant (11950 Sheldon Road in Tampa) on March 19. Students are selling tickets for an all-you-can-eat meal for $15 per person. For more information, call Sickles High School at (…
Thursday, March 1, 2012
Wild Big Cats and Sweetwater Sunday Market = Weekend Fun, March 2-4
A rundown of what's happening in Westchase and around town this weekend.
Friday, March 2 Join Napa Flair Wine & Decor, 11967 Sheldon Road in Tampa for a complimentary wine tasting. Tasting begins at 5pm. Get some fresh produce for the weekend at Odessa Organic Farmer's Market, 8701 Gunn Hwy in Odessa. (Hours are Friday 11-6, Saturday 10-5 and Sunday 10-3) For more information check them out on Facebook. Learn To Dine Argentina Style at Publix Apron's Cooking School, 7835 Gunn Hwy. The instructor led course will teach you to prepare a menu that includes chimichurri crusted ribeye roast, espresso flan. Cost is $45. 6:30pm. Call to register: 813-926-4465. Saturday, March 3 Discover the beautiful wild animals at Big Cat Rescue sanctuary, 12802 Easy Street, Tampa. For children under 10, a one hour Kids Tour is …
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Thursday, February 16, 2012
Live Music + Beer Birthday = Weekend Fun, Feb. 17-19
A look at what's happening in the neighborhood this weekend.
Friday, Feb. 17 Check out Movies at the Library. Relax as the Austin Davis Library turns into a theater, 2pm-4pm, 17808 Wayne Road. Call library to find out the kid-friendly movie title being shown: 813-273-3652. Saturday, Feb. 18 Celebrate 5 years of World of Beer in Westchase during their birthday party on Saturday. 9524 W. Linebaugh Avneue in Tampa. The bar will shut down the street and feature a beer truck with free samples, live bands, prizes, games, a bounce house and face painting, 1pm-9pm. Sunday, Feb. 19 Grab a slice and listen to the tunes of Geri X as she performs at Mellow Mushroom, 6:30pm-9:30pm, 11955 Sheldon Road in Tampa. For more information call: 813-926-3600.
Andy Warrener
3:23 pm on Thursday, February 16, 2012
That is a great local band, should check it out! more ›
Betsy
7:48 am on Wednesday, May 9, 2012
what about Heritage Village in Largo?? That's a terrible omission to not include that location!! more ›