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Attractions in Tampa

Monday, May 14th, 2007

Kennedy Snafu Revisited



For those of you who are still trying to figure out how to get around Kenndy to get downtown, the easiest way is to go left on Howard to right on Cass.

To get to points north, take MacDill to Columbus and catch Florida - or MacDill further up and go from there.

Coming from N. Tampa, just take Tampa Street (if you are in the habit of taking Tampa Street ...

Monday, May 14th, 2007

Support Your Local Sanctuary



I've previously posted about Elmira's Wildlife Sanctuary. I finally got the fundraiser up and running. If you wish to support them, you may visit their fundraiser page at http://www.ioffer.com/shops/cheryllynn. If you supply your email with your order, you will get a copy of the receipt showing funds deposited to Elmira's. Get something you want, and have the profits donated to Elmira's!

Don't forget - there are tours ...

Monday, May 7th, 2007

Baby and Family Expo



If you are looking for a family friendly activity this weekend, look no further. The 5th annual baby and family expo at Great Explorations in St. Petersburg is this Saturday, May 12th. From contests to giveaways, this is the perfect to spend time with your family and enjoy all the exhibits that Great Explorations has to offer.

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Tuesday, May 1st, 2007

Tampa Bay Devil Rays - May Home Schedule


After four games on the west coast, The Devil Rays are back in town to start off the month of May. This month consists of 18 home games including three games at Disney's Wide World of Sports complex in Orlando, just an hour and a half from the Tampa Bay area.

Tuesday, May 1: Minnesota - 7:10 pm
Wednesday, May 2: Minnesota - 7:10 pm
Thursday, May 3: Minnesota - 7:10 ...

Monday, April 30th, 2007

Elmira's Wildlife Sanctuary



Quoted from Elmira's: "Over the past 10 years, the problem of exotic pets in un-exotic places has exploded. Lions and tigers are regularly found in apartments, houses and other residences where the owner has illegally purchased one of these beautiful animals. When the animal gets too big, or officials discover the animal, there is often nowhere to place it. Existing facilities are full and there is still not enough ...

Sunday, April 15th, 2007

Tampa Bay Devil Rays - April Home Schedule


The Rays are back in town!

Check out the home schedule for the rest of April 2007:

Monday, April 16: Baltimore Orioles - 7:10 pm

Tuesday, April 17: Baltimore Orioles - 7:10 pm

Wednesday, April 18: Baltimore Orioles - 3:10 pm

Friday, April 20: Cleveland Indians - 7:10 pm

Satuday, April 21: Cleveland Indians - 7:10 pm - Superheroes Night - Carl Crawford Stolen Base Replica Giveway

Sunday, April ...

Friday, April 13th, 2007

Like Lizards?



This morning in my laundry room, I found evidence that my home has had a scaly and legless visitor sometime in the recent past.

I looked around online to find out who to call to find out what sort of snake it was, and found The Suncoast Herpetological Society.

As it happens, they meet on the third Wednesday of every month at The Moccasin Lake Nature Park in ...

Wednesday, April 4th, 2007

Tampa Bay Devil Rays - Opening Night 2007


Tampa Bay's Boys of Spring are back!

This year is the 10th anniversary of Major League Baseball in Tampa Bay, and Friday, April 6th is the Devil Rays' home opener at Tropicana Field. The game is at 7:10 pm against the Toronto Blue Jays, and gates open at 4:30 pm.

Like all home openers, there will be the much anticipated fanfare ...

Tuesday, April 3rd, 2007

Tampa Bay Drinking on a Budget!



Are you looking for the hookup on cheap drinks? Well, as a seasoned drinker and cheapskate, here are my suggestions.
Monday nights can be spent at Bricktown where you can receive $1 drinks. Bricktown is located in Clearwater right on McMullen Booth Road and SR 590.  Cover is $5 for ladies and $7 for men. You must be 21 and up and have the proper identification and dress code. Doors open ...

Friday, March 30th, 2007

St. Pete Grand Prix ***TRAFFIC UPDATE***


Visitors traveling to this weekend's Honda Grand Prix of St. Petersburg from the north should exit Interstate 275 at either 22nd Avenue N, Fifth Avenue N or Interstate 175 near Tropicana Field. Race fans exiting at 22nd Avenue N should turn left off the interstate and head toward Fourth Street. From there, travelers can access either of the city's downtown garages.The Tropicana Field parking lot can be accessed by using ...