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Elase Med Spa Grand Opening - Westchase

Thu., May 16, 5-8 p.m.

Elase Med Spa Westchase

11663 Countryway Blvd, Westchase North Hillsborough

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Free

Food & Drink

Elase is Your New Ally in Aesthetics. Join Us for a Fun Evening to Celebrate Our New Med Spa Grand Opening! Experience: *Live Demos: Witness cutting-edge spa treatments and rejuvenation techniques. *Cocktails, Bites, & Music: Indulge in signature drinks and enjoy live music and appetizers with friends. *Exclusive Offers: Enter to win $5K+ in giveaways and access event-only promotions. *Meet Our Team: Connect with our expert providers. We can't wait to celebrate with you! RSVP for a chance to win a $500 gift card. (801) 890-6405
Margarita Wars

Fri., May 17

The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art

150 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg St. Pete

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$65

Festivals, Food & Drink

1 tequila. 2 tequila. 3 tequila... Fri., May 17th, 2024 The James Museum of Western Art 150 Central Ave., St. Pete, FL Your favorite tequila battle is back! Margarita Wars is a unique opportunity to sample margaritas created by over 21 of the Tampa Bay area's best mixologists and try your hand at tipsy judging as YOU help award Tampa Bay’s Ultimate Margarita! Plus, live entertainment, Mexican-inspired hors d'oeuvres, and other fun surprises. Ticket perk alert! New this year, all VIP & DD ticket holders will get to view the beautiful James Museum of Western Art's galleries from 6:00pm to… 727-892-4200
Melody Artisans of the Crooked Thumb

Every other Tuesday, 7 p.m.

Crooked Thumb Brewery

555 10th Ave. S, Safety Harbor Pinellas County

Free

Live Music

A now seven-years running open mic style songwriters night where Josh Reilly invites artists from across the country to not only write a new song based on a prompt, but perform it in the brewery courtyard. (727) 724-5953
FLORIDA! - In Conversation with Gabrielle Calise & Kathryn Varn

Tue., May 14, 6-8 p.m.

J.C. Newman Cigar Company

2701 N 16th St., Tampa Tampa

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Free

Literary

J.C. Newman Cigar Co., the last operational cigar factory in the nation, is hosting a talk on Florida! A Hyper-local Guide to the Flora, Fauna, and Fantasy of the Most Far-out State in America. Don't miss this conversation with Gabrielle Calise and Kathryn Varn as they discuss the wild and wacky state of Florida. Florida! features Ybor City's chickens, cigar industry, food, and night life...plus many more unique locations throughout the state of Florida. Please join us for an entertaining and informative evening.
50-65 Stress Free Speed Dating

Tue., May 14, 7-9:30 p.m.

Charann's Tavern

6748 Memorial Highway, Tampa Tampa

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General Admission: USD 29.00, bring a friend: USD 45.00

Festivals

Step into the heart of Tampa's social scene with our Speed Dating event at Charann's Tavern. Beyond being a beloved sports bar, Charann's transforms into a vibrant meeting ground for singles eager to escape the swipe and experience genuine connections. URLs: Instagram: https://go.evvnt.com/2361783-3?pid=7176 Facebook: https://go.evvnt.com/2361783-4?pid=7176 YouTube: https://go.evvnt.com/2361783-5?pid=7176 Category: Lifestyle | Dating 813-524-6409
The Paris Daughter: An Evening with Kristin Harmel

Tue., May 14, 7 p.m.

Tombolo Books

2153 1st Ave S., St. Petersburg St. Pete

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$5.00

Literary

“A gorgeous, gut-wrenching” (Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author) historical novel about two mothers facing unthinkable choices as the Nazis invade France—from the New York Times bestselling author Kristin Harmel. Join us at Tombolo Books for a special celebration of local, bestselling author Kristin Harmel's paperback release of her latest historical fiction THE PARIS DAUGHTER. Harmel will be joined by fellow local, bestselling author Sarah Penner for an evening that fans of sweeping, lush, and cinematic historica novels with brilliant woment at the helm will not want to miss! 7277559456
Breaking Barriers: PORTRAIT

Tue., May 14, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Wed., May 15, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thu., May 16, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri., May 17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sat., May 18, 1-4 p.m.

USF Contemporary Art Museum

3821 USF Holly Drive, Tampa Tampa

FREE

Museums

The USF Contemporary Art Museum is pleased to present the exhibition Breaking Barriers: PORTRAIT as part of its arts programming for military veterans. Breaking Barriers: PORTRAIT brings together the art of twenty-two U.S. veterans and their family members. The exhibition includes a selection of sixty-six photographs from two intensive artist-led photography workshops. PORTRAIT offers glimpses into intimate worlds, invoking both bitter and sweet humor while evoking generations of memories. We extend our deep gratitude to all the veterans and family members who were courageous and persistent enough to engage in the workshops and create their own photographic images. Their 813.974.4133
Tampa Tarpons vs. Bradenton Marauders

Tue., May 14, 6:30 p.m., Wed., May 15, 6:30 p.m., Thu., May 16, 6:30 p.m., Fri., May 17, 6:30 p.m., Sat., May 18, 6:30 p.m., Sun., May 19, 12 p.m., Fri., July 19, 6:30 p.m., Sat., July 20, 6:30 p.m. and Sun., July 21, 12 p.m.

George Steinbrenner Field

3802 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Tampa Tampa

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$4-$12

Sports & Recreation
Tuesday Simply Meditate

Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m. Continues through June 25

Kadampa Meditation Center Tampa Bay

201 Sixth Avenue South, Safety Harbor Safety Harbor

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$5 No registration necessary, just drop in!

Learn

Tuesdays, 10am-11am with optional discussion afterwards Teacher: Ron Caldwell In Person Only Escape the stress and busyness of daily life to discover the peace of meditation for yourself in these one hour meditation sessions. Be guided through simple, profound meditations that relax the mind and body and improve our wisdom and compassion, leading to a deep experience of inner peace and contentment. The class includes two guided meditations, a short chanted prayer, an explanation of the topic of that day, meditation instruction, and how to practically apply our meditation to our daily life. Everyone is welcome. 727-797-9770
"Sharps & Marks in Paradise: Selling Florida in the 1920s"

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Tampa Bay History Center

801 Water Street, Tampa Downtown Tampa

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$12.95-$16.95

Museums

If you think Tampa’s changed a lot in the last few years, you should see what it did in the 1920s. Running from now until July 14. Tampa Bay Hiatory Center hosts a Touchton Map Library exhibit (“Sharps & Marks in Paradise: Selling Florida in the 1920s”), which explores the Florida land boom that started in south Florida and made its way up through the Tampa Bay area. (813) 228-0097
Fresh Squeezed: Emerging Artists in Florida Exhibition Opening

Through June 27, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Morean Arts Center

719 Central Ave, St. Petersburg St. Pete

Free

Visual Art

Exhibition: April 13 - June 27 Opening Reception: April 13, 5-8PM Each year since 2017, the Morean invites emerging artists to submit entries for exhibition in Fresh Squeezed: Emerging Artists in Florida. The purpose of Fresh Squeezed is to nurture and advance the careers of emerging visual artists while also giving our community the opportunity to discover exciting new art being made in our region. The Morean Galleries are divided into six spaces for the purposes of this show, giving each selected artist a solo exhibition. Meet the six artists that were selected from nearly 200 applicants! 727-822-7872
"Decade of Change: Florida in the 1920s"

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Tampa Bay History Center

801 Water Street, Tampa Downtown Tampa

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$12.95-$16.95

Museums

If you think Tampa’s changed a lot in the last few years, you should see what it did in the 1920s. A new temporary exhibit at the Tampa Bay History Center explores that decade using more than 100 objects—including underwear worn by the mother of late Tampa Tribune journalist Leland Hawes—plus interactive elements. Music, dance, recreation, housing, prohibition, the Pentecostal religious movements and even Jim Crow are all covered, and as a bonus, the Touchton Map Library has a separate exhibit (“Sharps & Marks in Paradise: Selling Florida in the 1920s”), which explores the Florida land boom that started in… (813) 228-0097
“Through her Eyes: Women Photographers in Tampa Bay”

Through June 24

The University of Tampa - Ferman Center for the Arts - Charlene A. Gordon Theater

214 N Blvd, Tampa Downtown Tampa

Free

Visual Art

Tampa’s had a lot of great female photographers through the years. View a collection of their work in “Through her Eyes: Women Photographers in Tampa Bay” at The University of Tampa’s Ferman Center for the Arts. Featuring photography by Jaime Aelavanthara, Tana Brackins, Jenny Carey, Natalie Diienno, Lisa Fitch, Amy Fitzgerald, Sally Fuller, Simone Leal, Kenna Main, Amy Pezzicara, Agueda Sanfiz, Beverly Stapleton and Emily Will. 813-253-6212
Paradise City Special Exhibition at the Chihuly Collection

Through June 15

Chihuly Collection

720 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg St. Pete

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$20

Visual Art

Architecture and interior design have been crucial to Dale Chihuly’s work since the beginning of his career. His massive, site-specific installations are always created with the surrounding space in mind: think of Chihuly Over Venice, his ambitious project in which fourteen chandeliers were suspended over the canals and piazzas of that famous city. Then there was his 2000 project Chihuly in the Light of Jerusalem, when he transformed the Tower of David Citadel with his colorful installations. A sense of place, whether it’s an urban setting, a museum, or a garden, is pivotal to how one views Chihuly’s work. 7278227872
Tampa Theatre's Holiday Classic series

Through Feb. 3, 3 p.m.

Tampa Theatre

711 N Franklin St, Tampa Tampa

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$7-$10

Film

There’s a week-and-a-half left until Christmas, guys, and if you need to sit down but stay in the spirit, Tampa Theatre wants to get you through the home stretch with films like Will Ferrell’s “Elf” (Dec. 14), a weeklong run of the 1946 classic “It’s a Wonderful Life” (Dec. 15-21) and a Christmas Eve matinee screening of Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas.” A New Year’s Eve showing of "Rent" finishes the break out strong, and buying advance tickets is highly recommended. (813) 274-8981
Tuesday Trivia Night

Tuesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Continues through Dec. 31

Florida Avenue Brewing Co. (Seminole Heights)

4315 N Florida Ave., Tampa Seminole Heights

Food & Drink

TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE AT WEEKLY TRIVIA NIGHT. Get ready to put your brain to the test! Timeless Entertainment hosts weekly trivia night at Florida Avenue Brewing Co. in Seminole Heights, Tampa, FL! Every week, we’ll have a different set of challenging trivia questions covering a variety of topics, from pop culture and history to science and current events. So dust off your knowledge base and get ready for an exciting night out! First, Second & 3rd Place winners will receive prizes! 1 (813) 358-2927
The Remix: Shuffle's Open Mic Night

Tuesdays, 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Continues through Dec. 31

Shuffle

2612 N Tampa St., Tampa Tampa Heights

Free

Live Music

Every Tuesday night Shuffle and Brokenmold Entertainment host Tampa Bay's best open mic night. Always free to perform and to observe. Everyone is welcome. Brokenmold Entertainment PresentsTHE REMIX: A Shuffle Open MicHosted By: Tone I.E.Music By: DeeJay Kellan (see him to sign up)All music genres welcome8PM - No Cover to attend or perform * NEW FOOD & DRINK SPECIALS COMING SOON *food/drink specials --> PBR $4, GIN or VODKA REMIX $6, canned wine 2 for $8, single tacos $3, chips & salsa $2 - - pull up this Tuesday IN-DOOR & OUTDOOR SHUFFLEBOARD COURTS A special featured artist every week! (813) 450-3797
Black Horse Theatre Presents SOMETHING BLUE in the Tully Levin Gallery

Mondays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Warehouse Arts District Association (WADA)

515 22nd Street South, St Petersburg St. Pete

Free and open to the public

Performance, Visual Art

*The show runs from June 9th through June 30th and is free and open to the public. Tickets for the opening on June 9th are $25. Limited seating. 727.900.5773
Free Dress Give Away - Limited Spots Available

Ongoing, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Valhalla Resale, Inc.

6112 Central Ave, Tampa Seminole Heights

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Free

Civics

Valhalla Resale was gifted about 200 dresses to distribute to the community from a generous donor. How it will work: The dress give away is intended for students 9-12 attending prom. We're limiting the number of students looking for dresses to 2 students every half an hour. You'll book your preferred appointment and you'll have 30 minutes to browse through the dresses, try on, and select 1 dress from our gifted dresses. As Valhalla Resale is a clothing store, please refrain from spending the allotted 30 minutes looking at the store's inventory until you've selected your free dress. 8132313344
Taco Tuesday

Tuesdays, 12-10 p.m.

Big Easy Bar

1704 E 7th Ave., Ybor City Tampa

Food & Drink

Taco Tuesday at Big Easy Ybor City —come in every Tuesday to enjoy $2 Tacos and $2 off all Margaritas. This dine in only special is available from 4 pm to 10pm.
Food trucks at Common Dialect Beer Works

Tuesdays-Sundays

Common Dialect

5023 North Florida Ave., Tampa Tampa

Free

Food & Drink

With very few exceptions, Seminole Heights brewery Common Dialect Beer Works hosts food trucks Tuesday-Sunday. Visit the website for hours and truck information.
Happy Hour at Flipper's Beach Bar

Mondays-Thursdays, Sundays, 3-6 p.m.

Dolphin Beach Resort

4900 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach South Beaches

Food & Drink

Enjoy Happy Hour from 3pm to 6pm, Sunday through Thursday featuring $2 off All Beers and Select Drinks at Flipper's Beach Bar, St Pete Beach. For Locals and out-of-towners, Flipper's Beach Bar is the best place on the beach to sample local cuisine at its finest. Tucked away on our premises, Flipper's remains one of the most popular stops on St. Pete Beach’s Miracle Mile. Join us for some handcrafted cocktails like our famous Rum Runner or order something delicious from our menu. Why not have both and stay the evening with us, enjoying the sunset and live entertainment? 727-360-7011
Downtown Tampa Food Tour

Tuesdays, 5:30-8 p.m.

Malio's Prime Steakhouse

400 N. Ashley Drive, Tampa Downtown Tampa

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98.00

Food & Drink

Explore downtown Tampa on a guided walking food tour. Tour visits Malio's Prime Steakhouse, Spain Restaurant, and The Dan for amazing food and adult beverages at every stop. Dessert and coffee stop bonus. 18133104401
Trivia Tuesday

Tuesdays, 7:30-9 p.m.

Wild Rover Brewing Company

13921 Lynmar Blvd., Tampa Tampa

$0

Family and Kid Events

Join us every Tuesday at Wild Rover Brewing Company for Trivia Tuesday at 7:30PM. Our trivia is best suited for teams of 6, but teams of 2-10 people all participate in the fun. 7 rounds with General Knowledge, Current Events, Audio, Picture, & other categories. Win prizes for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd! (813) 475-5995
Anything Goes open mic tuesdays

Tuesdays, 7:30-9 p.m.

The Fringe Theatre

1624 E 7th Ave Ste 307, Tampa Ybor City

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Pay What You Can

Performance, Comedy, Theater

The Fringe's weekly open mic, open to all performance disciplines, with a fully operational theatre! Come and perform, or come and just watch! Bring tracks, videos, request lighting, and more. Let's cross pollinate our communities and create new things! Get fringey. Pay What You Can, 5 min limit. Perform and receive a free (non-alcoholic) drink. BYOB. 3473589682
Shawn Brown

Tuesdays, 8 p.m.-12 a.m.

Pete’s Place

4145 Henderson Blvd., Tampa Tampa

Free

Live Music

One of the longest running names in the jazz scene, Brown is a bonafide Hammond god and always ready to lead open jams like this one that happens on Tuesday nights. All players are welcome to bring their own instruments or use some of the house gear. 813-282-9039
Woolbright w/Quail Hollow/The Easy Button/TV Breakup Scene

Wed., May 15, 7 p.m.

Hooch and Hive

1001 W Cass St., Tampa Tampa

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$15-$17

Live Music

In January, three years after releasing the Carousel EP, Davie-based rock band finally put out some new music where singer-guitarist Candice Maritato takes on “Sparks” from Coldplay’s year 2000 debut. Woolbright’s version is just as melancholy, and will hopefully hold fans over as the Florida band puts the final touches on its second full-length.—Ray Roa (813) 251-1234
Chops: A Live Jazz Evening w/Rod Alnord Quartet

Third Wednesday of every month, 8 p.m.

Ella’s Americana Folk Art Cafe

5119 N Nebraska Ave, Tampa Seminole Heights

Free

Live Music

Hosted by a quartet let by drummer Rod Alnord, which will kick off the night with a 90-minute set before opening up the jam. (813) 234-1000
El Maleficio De La Mariposa

Wed., May 15

David A. Straz Center for the Performing Arts, Shimberg Playhouse

1010 N Macinnes Pl, Tampa Downtown Tampa

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Single tickets start at $40

Theater

This dark comic fable takes place in a garden where a community of different insects is disrupted by the appearance of an injured butterfly. El Maleficio de la Mariposa (English translation: The Butterfly’s Evil Spell) was the first play written by 20th century Spanish poet and dramatist Federico Garcia Lorca, however the script was lost and only later found incomplete – missing several pages and the ending. Now in the public domain, Jobsite intends on adapting this work in our unique style to create an event for audiences of all ages and both speakers of English and Spanish. 8132297827
Selling Tomorrow Series: Crafting Authentic Personal Branding Content

Wed., May 15, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

RE|AD

2115 North 22nd Street, Tampa Ybor City

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Learn

Welcome back to Selling Tomorrow, a series of events dedicated to training entrepreneurs to level up their sales & marketing skills. This event is perfect for entrepreneurs, startup founders, or leaders who are looking to create authentic personal branding content or have a better understanding of how to create content that is engaging and effective. Join us for a networking event inside an interior design studio, where you will build new connections, taste test wines and champagne, and be invited on set to a professional content shoot. Hosts Alexis Quintal, Personal Branding expert, and Ryan Listerman, Sales Trainer 8134097815

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