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This Weekend's Memorial Day and other Family Activities

May 21, 2009

Memorial Day weekend has always been the official start to summer in our family. A barbeque and a baseball game are both prerequisites. But so that we may remember the real reason we have a long weekend, check out some of the Memorial Day events for families – including some fabulous benefits for military personnel – being offered around the Tampa Bay area this weekend.

The Florida Aquarium offers free admission to military. From May 23 -25, military personnel are being offered 2 free general admission tickets. Up to four other family members will receive 50% off their tickets also.

Lowry Park Zoo offers free admission to military. On May 25th, military personnel and as many as three direct dependants will receive free admission into the zoo.

Busch Gardens free admission for military. Don’t forget, Busch Gardens offers free admission to military personnel once a year (which is not limited to Memorial Day).

Memorial Day Freedom Fest 2009 at Riverwalk. From the main stage at Cotanchobee Park to the Florida Aquarium, a patriotic festival will be held with music, entertainment and food. Don’t forget about the Memorial Day Service at 10am on Monday.

Military Families Day at the Henry B. Plant Museum. Military personnel and their family members are offered free admission on Memorial Day. There will be a performance re-enacting the experiences of Henry Dobson, a soldier who traveled through Tampa during in the Spanish-American War also.

Memorial Day Carillon Concert at Bok Tower Gardens. Bok Tower Gardens is offering free admission to military personnel and 50% off three family members. A patriotic musical salute will be featured on Monday at 1pm and 3pm.  

The Florida Orchestra accompanies a screening of the Wizard of Oz. On May 23rd and 24th, the Mahaffey Theater presents the Florida Orchestra as they musically accompany a screening of the Wizard of Oz below a theater sized screen.

Disney’s High School Musical will be performed Friday at 7:00pm at the Patel Youth Theater.

Reminder: Tickets for “Disney Live!”, which will be performed in Lakeland on Saturday, August 22, have just gone on sale.  Read more...

Children's Music Classes in Tampa Bay

May 19, 2009

Both of my sons have participated in music classes as preschoolers. I have found that a fun introduction to music allows them the experience of both a learning environment and important social interaction. My current two year old looks forward to his Music Together class every week. And you know what? So do I. Here is a list of some the fantastic music classes and children’s lessons offered here in Tampa Bay.

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Teach Your Child to Love Music with Play

March 23, 2009

Do you love music and wonder how you can foster the same love for music in your child? Today’s guest post is written by Karen Claugherty, a registered Music Together®, teacher and the licensed director of Music Together Ditties for Kiddies. She has 18 years of experience teaching adults as well as children. She is here to share some tips about how to encourage your young ones to grow up loving music just as much as you do.

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This Weekend's Family Activities

March 18, 2009

Happy Spring! This weekend officially ends the winter season. If you are feeling a little spring in your step, consider checking out one of the following activities with your family this weekend.

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This Weekend's Family Activities

March 05, 2009

It is suddenly March and spring is finally on its way. The temperatures promise to warm up this weekend so it’s the perfect time to get out with the family and enjoy a weekend of “sunny and seventy-five“.

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Visit the Florida Strawberry Festival this Weekend

February 26, 2009

If you’re from Florida, you know that this state is known for more than just oranges. In fact, we grow some very fine strawberries in this state of ours. And to celebrate just that, it is once again time for the annual Florida Strawberry Festival in Plant City.

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The Shops at Wiregrass: Kid's Club Wednesdays

February 01, 2009

Are you looking for something to do on Wednesdays with your preschooler? Take a quick trip up 275 to Wesley Chapel and see what's happening every Wednesday at the Shops at Wiregrass. I took my preschooler last Wednesday and we had a great time. There is nothing better than free and local kid friendly entertainment! The Shops at Wiregrass have begun lining up entertainment in their main quad  Read more...

This Weekend's Family Activities

January 30, 2009

Between Gasparilla and Super Bowl Sunday , there is a whole lot going on in Tampa this weekend. Its enough to overwhelm us a bit. If you are looking to avoid the crowds and do something else with your family, consider checking out one of these activities. Go (insert your Super bowl pick here)! Royal Lipizzan Stallions Winter Training Do your children love horses? How about dancing horses?  Read more...

Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday with your Children

January 19, 2009

Today, we are celebrating the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This holiday offers us an excellent opportunity to teach our preschoolers about this great man's lessons and legacy. Here are various resources which should help you share the meaning of this day with your family. And then be sure to get downtown for the MLK parade starting at noon; details are listed here as well. Are you  Read more...

This Weekend's Family Activities

January 16, 2009

The temperatures may be dropping and we're finally experiencing our small share of winter, but there is plenty to do in the Tampa Bay area to keep the blood moving! Check out this weekend's events. Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival Starting yesterday, the Tampa Bay Black Heritage festival will run until the 24th. Famous actors, speakers performers, musicians will celebrate cultural  Read more...

This Weekend's Family Activities

January 09, 2009

Now that holidays have passed, we are back underway with school schedules, work schedules, playgroup schedules and the like. And as we soak up this lovely weather, our families and friends up north are certainly envious of this beautiful Florida sunshine. So let's get out with our families and enjoy our city this weekend. Manatee Festival in Crystal River The Manatee Festival is taking  Read more...

This Weekend's Family Activities

January 02, 2009

Happy New Year, once again! The holidays have passed and many Tampa Bay families are bidding adieu to visiting relatives and regrouping their homes before school and the regular work week begins on Monday. Hopefully you will find some time to enjoy these last few days of winter break together. Here are this weekend's suggested local family activities. Fritzy Bros. One Man Circus at the  Read more...

Sing Auld Lang Syne with your Children

December 31, 2008

Happy New Year's Eve! Celebration preparations are in full swing for families all over the world. I hope your family has made plans to do something to ring in the New Year, whether it is at home or in the Tampa Bay area. While you prepare, perhaps you would like to teach your child the traditional New Year's song "Auld Lang Syne". Here is a bit of information about the song, the lyrics and even  Read more...

Favorite Tampa Bay Holiday Performances

December 18, 2008

I have vivid memories as a child of getting dressed up in my Christmas best to go see the Nutcracker with my family. Giddy in my red velvet dress and patent leather shoes, I remember running down the aisle to see the orchestra pit and then feeling goose bumps as the curtain lifted and the performance began. Here is a list of favorite Tampa Bay Holiday performances you might want to share with  Read more...

Top 20 Memberships for your child in the new year

December 16, 2008

So Tampa Parents, are you looking for a practical gift for your children? Have all the toys stores got you down? Do you want to give your child something special, something different this year? Well, look no further. I have listed 20 local spots where you might want to consider buying an annual pass for your child. As Clark Griswold's cousin Eddy noted about the Jelly of the month club, "It's  Read more...

This weekend's family activities

December 12, 2008

Holiday preparations are in full swing right now and our weekends are filled with parties, shopping and decorating. Or you may need a break from all of those preparations and you're looking for something to channel your child's excitement this weekend. Here are some ideas for family fun this weekend. Chitty Chitty Bang Bang at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center This classic movie has  Read more...

The Holidays at Area Theme Parks

December 09, 2008

Today at Being Savvy, we are listing favorite local holiday gatherings. Since we have been announcing Tampa area holiday gatherings every Friday, I thought I would highlight the theme park holiday events in the area. This part of Florida certainly has a large number of terrific theme parks, and they go all out for the holidays! Holidays at Busch Gardens Our favorite Tampa area theme park  Read more...

My Family's Holiday Traditions

December 03, 2008

One of the most wonderful things about this season is the way it brings my family together. Yesterday I posted some favorite holiday traditions here in Tampa. Today, I thought I might share with you some of my own family's cherished traditions. I am always looking for more creative ways to celebrate the holidays - please share some of your traditions too! Tree Decorating I am a control  Read more...

Highlights of Great Savvy Source toy reviews for the holidays

December 02, 2008

I am back with more picks from our Savvy Source review site. Last time, I shared some of my favorite books that have been reviewed. This time, I am going to bring you my comments about some of the toys listed at Savvy Source . Be sure to go over and check the rest out for yourself. Later in the month, I will be back with more book and toy reviews to help you through this holiday shopping  Read more...

Here Comes Santa Claus!

December 01, 2008

Happy Holidays! The first of December officially rings in the Christmas season for most families. I don't know about your kids, but my five year old is already making his Christmas list and checking it twice. He could not be more thrilled that the 25 day countdown is officially on. And now that the countdown is on, our children might be anxious to track down Santa to tell him what they want for  Read more...

This Weekend's Family Activities

November 14, 2008

The weekend is here! With a rainy Saturday and cooler Sunday in the forecast, use this weekend as an opportunity to enjoy some fun indoor events. Along with interesting museum exhibits and other options for hands on learning, there seems to be lots of children's theater happening around town. So, come check out what we can do this weekend! " Farm to Fridge" at MOSI : Come enjoy this hands-on  Read more...

Storytimes offered in the Tampa Bay Area

November 11, 2008

One of the best ways to excite your children about books is to read aloud to them. And while we all take the time to do this, maybe we've read the same "Chika Chika ABC" book one too many times. How about a change? Here is a list of places we can take our children to hear some stories locally. Sitting with other children, hearing a new story with a new voice and even singing some songs can  Read more...

Top 10 Things to do in Tampa before your kids grow up.

November 07, 2008

Part of being a parent is creating memories with our children. As a child, I can certainly remember being thrilled to ride a local carousel with my father and we have the pictures to prove it. Well, now it's our turn to make the same kind of memories for our children. Tampa offers so much for our families. Here are some suggested spots in Tampa Bay that we should all visit before our children  Read more...

The New Shops At Wiregrass: Your Kids will Love it too

November 06, 2008

If you live north of Tampa you may have heard about a new open air, main street style mall that has recently opened. If you live in the New Tampa/ Wesley Chapel area, my guess is that you've already been over there to check it out. As a new, exciting, town center for that area, I want to be sure to fill you in about all that The Shops at Wiregrass have to offer our children. Barnes and Noble  Read more...

Enjoy the Tampa Music Scene with your Preschooler

November 03, 2008

If my husband and I are playing some of our favorite tunes - and our youngest is anywhere within ear shot - you can bet he will be in the middle of the living room floor romping about wildly, maybe even with some semblance of rhythm. Do you have a child who loves music of every kind too? I know that I am always looking for ways to further expose my children to diverse types of music. Here is a  Read more...

Things to do, upcoming week

September 29, 2008

Monday, Sept. 29 10 a.m. Preschool Story Time , St. Petersburg South Branch library, ages 3-5, call 727-893-7244 for more information. 11 a.m. Mother Goose , St. Petersburg Mirror Lake Branch library, ages walkers-3, call 727-893-7268 for more information. 7 p.m. Family Puppet Theatre , East Lake Community Library, all ages, call 727-773-2665 for more information. 7 p.m.  Read more...

Things to do today, 9/18

September 18, 2008

Thursday, Sept. 18 10 a.m. Toddler Tales , Largo Public Library, ages 18 months-3 years, call 727-587-6715 for more information. 10:45 a.m. Start with the Arts Pre-School , Tampa Museum of Art, ages 3-5, accompanied by parent/guardian, $4/first child and adult, $2/each additional child, registration is required, call 813-274-7328. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Clearwater Jazz 'N Art Walk ,  Read more...

Things to do, upcoming week

September 15, 2008

Monday, Sept. 15 10 a.m. Preschool Story Time , St. Petersburg South Branch library, ages 3-5, call 727-893-7244 for more information. 11 a.m. Mother Goose , St. Petersburg Mirror Lake Branch library, ages walkers-3, call 727-893-7268 for more information. 11 a.m. Mother Goose , St. Petersburg North Branch library, ages birth-3, registration required, call 727-893-7214 for more  Read more...

Things to do, upcoming week

September 05, 2008

Friday, Sept. 5 9:30 a.m. Preschool Story Time , St. Petersburg Johnson Branch library, ages 3-5, call 727-893-7113 for more information. 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Mother Goose , St. Petersburg main library, ages infant-3, call 727-893-7724 for more information. 10 a.m. Preschool Story Time , St. Petersburg South Branch library, ages 3-5, call 727-893-7244 for more information.  Read more...

Things to do, upcoming week

September 01, 2008

Monday, Sept. 1 Labor Day 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Pioneer Days , Pioneer Florida Museum & Village, Dade City, children's games, arts & crafts show, war re-enactment, call 352-567-0262 for more information. 1-3 p.m. Fun in the Sun ~ outdoor brass-band concert, Carrollwood Cultural Center, free, call 813-269-1310 for more information. 4-9:30 p.m. Salsa En St. Pete Celebration ,  Read more...

Things to do today, 8/29

August 29, 2008

Friday, Aug. 29 12:30-1:45 p.m. AquaTots ~ Smart Animals: Training Animals, The Florida Aquarium, ages 3-4 with parent, $14/1 child & 1 adult, ($10/members). Call 813-273-4015 for more information. 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Disney on Ice Presents Worlds of Fantasy ~ featuring Lightning McQueen, The Little Mermaid, The Lion King and Tinker Bell, Jenkins Arena, The Lakeland  Read more...

Things to do today, 8/27

August 27, 2008

Wednesday, Aug. 27 Noon-3 p.m. Oldies But Goodies ~ the Ron Berringer Trio, Dockside Activity Room, The Pier in St. Petersburg, free for all ages.  Read more...

Things to do, upcoming week

August 22, 2008

Friday, Aug. 22 12:30-1:45 p.m. AquaTots ~ Smart Animals: Learning from Parents, The Florida Aquarium, ages 3-4 with parent, $14/1 child & 1 adult, ($10/members). Call 813-273-4015 for more information. 5-8:30 p.m. Nite Zoo , Lowry Park Zoo, free unlimited rides after 5, cost included in admission, free for members. Saturday, Aug. 23 10 a.m. Free Kids' Matinee ,  Read more...

Things to do today, 8/21

August 21, 2008

Thursday, Aug. 21 7 p.m. Disney Live! Winnie the Pooh , The Lakeland Center's Youkey Theatre , tickets $12, $22, $26, $40. Call 863-834-8111 for more information. 7 p.m. American Idols Live (top 10 contestants from season 7), St. Pete Times Forum , tickets $39.50, $52.50 and $70.  Read more...

Things to do today, 9/19

August 19, 2008

Friday, Sept. 19 Today is International Talk Like A Pirate Day! 9:30 a.m. Preschool Story Time , St. Petersburg Johnson Branch library, ages 3-5, call 727-893-7113 for more information. 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Mother Goose , St. Petersburg main library, ages infant-3, call 727-893-7724 for more information. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Clearwater Jazz 'N Art Walk , featuring an Educational  Read more...

Things to do today, 8/15

August 15, 2008

Friday, Aug. 15 11 a.m. Puppet show , Great Explorations, The Children's Museum in St. Petersburg, call 727-821-8992 for more information. 5-8:30 p.m. Summer Safari Night , Lowry Park Zoo, free rides after 5 p.m., included in regular admission prices and free for members. Call 813-935-8552 for more information. 6-10 p.m. 3rd Friday Music Series , John Wilson Park Gazebo,  Read more...

Things to do today, 8/13

August 13, 2008

Wednesday, Aug. 13 Noon-3 p.m. Oldies But Goodies Dance ~ the Ron Berringer Trio, Dockside Activity Room, The Pier in St. Petersburg, free to all ages.  Read more...

Things to do today, 8/8

August 08, 2008

Friday, Aug. 8 5-8:30 p.m. Nite Zoo , Lowry Park Zoo, free unlimited rides after 5, cost included in admission, free for members. 7-9 p.m. Ulmer Park, Largo, Panakolada , steel drums, free for all ages.  Read more...

Things to do, upcoming week

August 08, 2008

Friday, Aug. 8 5-8:30 p.m. Nite Zoo , Lowry Park Zoo, free unlimited rides after 5, cost included in admission, free for members. 7-9 p.m. Ulmer Park, Largo, Panakolada , steel drums, free for all ages. Saturday, Aug. 9 Puss In Boots in Bradenton, Bits N Pieces Puppet Theatre, call 813-659-0659 for more information. 10 a.m. Free Kids' Matinee , The Princess Bride,  Read more...

Picks for my favorite pirates

August 07, 2008

We're all about pirates in Tampa Bay, whether it's the Gasparilla, John Levique Pirate Days or the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. By far the favorite pirates in our house, though, are the Backyardigans . I've heard the "pirate song" so often that I can't help singing, "... a pirate ... a pirate ... a pirate ... says arr!" when I hear someone talk about pirates. It's on their "It's Great to  Read more...

Things to do, upcoming week

August 01, 2008

Friday, Aug. 1 August Double Dino Days ~ Buy a Dinosaur World ticket in August and get a free ticket for December. 10-11 a.m. Flash! Bang! Boom! Discover our Amazing Weather! Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center , ages 5 and up, free but registration is required. Call 727-453-6800. 5-8 p.m. Free First Friday , Kid City, all ages 5-8:30 p.m. Nite  Read more...

Back to school: All About Kids Bash

July 28, 2008

Friday was the last day of summer school for my daughters, but I'm already thinking about back to school for the fall. If you've missed the posters everywhere, the 13th Annual All About Kids Back To School Bash is coming up. It will be held at the Tampa Convention Center on Saturday, Aug. 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 3, from noon to 4 p.m. Tickets are $9/adults. Find a $1 off  Read more...

Things to do, upcoming week

July 25, 2008

Saturday, July 26 10 a.m. Free movie at Beach Theatre , St. Pete Beach, The Golden Voyage of Sinbad . 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Dolphin Encounter cruise on a double-deck, 125-passenger boat into the Gulf of Mexico along Clearwater and Caladesi Island , all ages, $65/person. Make reservations here. 11 a.m. The Backyardigans Live! The Tale of the Mighty Knights , Tampa Bay Performing Arts  Read more...

Things to do today, 7/21

July 21, 2008

Monday, July 21 10:30 a.m. Story time, (preschool 3-6), Barnes & Noble, Clearwater 6 p.m. Monday Family Movie Night , Children's Program Room, Largo, popcorn included, call (727) 587-2516 8-10 p.m. Summer Concert in the Park Late Night Brass, Largo Central Park, Largo, free, Call (727) 587-6740  Read more...

Things to do, upcoming week

July 18, 2008

Friday, July 18 10 a.m. Tickets go on sale to public for Sesame Street Live: Elmo Grows at Ruth Eckerd Hall. 11 a.m. Puppet show at Great Explorations , The Children's Museum in St. Petersburg. Call 727-821-8992, Ext. 209 for more information. Saturday, July 19 10 a.m. Free movie at Beach Theatre , St. Pete Beach, Batman with Adam West. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Snooty's 60th  Read more...

Things to do, upcoming week

July 11, 2008

Friday, July 11 3 p.m. Story time, Fantastic Friday Bilingual, Barnes & Noble, Tampa 7-9 p.m. Ulmer Park, Largo, Tim Mullally, rock & folk guitarist Saturday, July 12 10 a.m. Free movie at Beach Theatre , St. Pete Beach, Mysterious Island 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tropical Plant Fair , USF Botanical Gardens, $4/adults, free/children 12 & younger 11:45 a.m.-4:30  Read more...

Three days in Tampa, Day 3

July 10, 2008

As part of our July Escapes theme , I am highlighting over three days fun things for travelers with preschoolers to do in Tampa. On Tuesday, I suggested Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo , rated the No. 1 children's zoo in the country. On Wednesday, I talked about The Florida Aquarium , which offers 200,000 square feet of exhibits, shows and indoor fun. Today, I have suggestions for great festivals and  Read more...

Best things about vacation and best things about coming home

July 08, 2008

As I mentioned before, my family went on summer vacation to Iowa in June . We lucked out with the weather, getting there just days after the worst flooding ever and a week without running water. With blue skies during the day and cool temperatures at night, it was hard to believe we had just missed tornadoes and torrential rain. Maybe it was just good old Iowan hospitality -- they ordered  Read more...

Things to do, upcoming week

July 05, 2008

Saturday, July 5 10 a.m. Free movie at Beach Theatre , St. Pete Beach, Shirley Temple's A Little Princess 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Miniature train rides in Largo 11:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Family Fun Saturday, Salvador Dal Museum , St. Petersburg, hands-on activities, all ages, admission: $15/adult, $4/ages 5-9, free/4 & younger (annual membership/family is $70), call (727) 823-3767 Sunday,  Read more...

Things to do today, 7/4

July 04, 2008

Friday, July 4 3 p.m. Story time, Fantastic Friday Bilingual, Barnes & Noble, Tampa 4 p.m. Story time with Maisy , Special Costume Character, Barnes & Noble, Tampa Where to celebrate the 4th of July. Clearwater ~ 4 p.m., Thursday, July 3, and 2 p.m., Friday, July 4, 18th Annual Clearwater Celebrates America , Coachman Park, Clearwater,  Read more...

Kids can be 'king or queen for a day' for free at nearby castle

July 02, 2008

Dress up your little knights or princesses and take them to the castle in Kissimmee for some Medieval Times fun. Children get in free Mondays at 7 p.m. until Sept. 1 when accompanied by one full-paying adult. Check here for more information and discount codes .  Read more...

Essential summer music with a twist

July 01, 2008

Great music is great summer fun , and here's a list of upcoming summer musical getaways in the area. While all ages are welcome, most of the shows are past my children's bedtime, so these might make a great date night . Line up the babysitter and rock on! July 2, 8 p.m. , Ruth Eckerd Hall. See Ringo Starr & His New All Starr Band Billy Squier, Edgar Winter, Gary Wright,  Read more...

Things to do, upcoming week

June 27, 2008

Friday, June 27 10-11 a.m. Story time, Kid City, Oldies but Goodies Books Every Child Should Experience , all ages, free with admission 11 a.m. Story time, Fantastic Fridays (toddlers >3 & preschool 3-6), Barnes & Noble, Carrollwood 3 p.m. Story time, Fantastic Friday Bilingual, Barnes & Noble, Tampa Saturday, June 28 WEDU Summer Smash 50th Birthday Bash  Read more...

Things to do, upcoming week

June 20, 2008

Friday, June 20 11 a.m. Story time, Fantastic Fridays (toddlers >3 & preschool 3-6), Barnes & Noble, Carrollwood 11 a.m. Puppet show , Great Explorations, The Children's Museum in St. Petersburg 3 p.m. Story time, Fantastic Friday Bilingual, Barnes & Noble, Tampa 6-10 p.m. 3rd Friday Music Series , John Wilson Park Gazebo, Safety Harbor, free, all ages  Read more...

Things to do today, 6/19

June 19, 2008

June 19, Thursday 10:15-11:45 a.m. Shana Banana Throws a Beach Party , Center Place Fine Arts and Civic Association in Brandon , $6 ($5/members), grades K-4, call (813) 685-8888 1 p.m. Story time (toddlers >3), Barnes & Noble, Brandon  Read more...

Where to celebrate July 4

June 18, 2008

Looking for parades, music, fun and fireworks? You have lots of options for this 4th of July. Clearwater ~ 4 p.m., Thursday, July 3, and 2 p.m., Friday, July 4, 18th Annual Clearwater Celebrates America , Coachman Park, Clearwater, fireworks at 9:30 p.m. on July 4, free admission for the whole family New Port Richey ~ 4-11 p.m. Main Street Blast Independence Day , New Port Richey,  Read more...

Things to do today, 6/17

June 17, 2008

June 17, Tuesday 10 a.m. free movies 11 a.m. Story time, Terrific Tuesdays (toddlers >3), Barnes & Noble, Carrollwood 11 a.m. Story time, Terrific Tuesdays (toddlers >3), Barnes & Noble, Tampa 4 p.m. Go, Diego, Go, Live! The Lakeland Center, Youkey Theatre, Lakeland, tickets $36.50, $24.50, $15.50 5:30-7:30 p.m. Learn to Ice Skate and Play Hockey Open House,  Read more...

Things to do today, 6/11

June 11, 2008

Things to do today 10 a.m. free movies 10:30-11:15 a.m. Wee Wonder Wednesdays: Rain, Rain, Go Away , Kid City, admission $5 (free/members), ages: toddlers & preschoolers, registration required 11 a.m. Go, Diego, Go, Live! Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, tickets $19, $25, $32 6 p.m. Go, Diego, Go, Live! Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, tickets $19, $25, $32  Read more...

Things to do today, 6/10

June 10, 2008

Things to do today 10 a.m. free movies 11 a.m. Story time, Terrific Tuesdays (toddlers >3), Barnes & Noble, Carrollwood 11 a.m. Story time, Terrific Tuesdays (toddlers >3), Barnes & Noble, Tampa 6 p.m. Go, Diego, Go, Live! Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, tickets $19, $25 or $32 Related post  Read more...

Things to do this weekend

June 04, 2008

John Levique Pirate Days in John's Pass Village in Madeira Beach starts Friday. Admission is free. It runs from 3-11 p.m. on Friday, noon-10 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Sunday. You can participate in a family treasure hunt from noon-6 p.m. on Saturday and from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday. Children can enter a costume contest at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. Check out what else is going on  Read more...

Diego coming to the rescue in Tampa Bay

June 03, 2008

Get your Rescue Pack ready and go see Diego! His Go, Diego, Go, Live! show is playing in Clearwater and Lakeland. Here are the details. Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater ~ June 10 at 6 p.m. and June 11 at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Tickets are $19, $25 or $32. The Lakeland Center in Lakeland in the Youkey Theatre ~ June 17 at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are $15.50, $24.50 and $36.50.  Read more...

Mozart, Moby or Miles

May 30, 2008

Here are a few places to go for children to learn and listen to music. 1) Kindermusik teaches children music so they become better learners and develop cognitive, physical, social, emotional, language and musical skills. Each class comes with at-home materials. Register or attend a free preview class. Check for schedules and prices. 2) Music with Mar also aims to help a child's total  Read more...

99 (or So) Things To Do in Tampa Bay Before Your Children Grow Up

May 29, 2008

Air, land & sea Carriage rides at The Pier (St. Pete) HMS Bounty  (St. Pete) Hot-air balloon rides Jolley Trolley (Clearwater Beach) MacDill AFB Air Fest Streetcars (Ybor City) Suncoast Beach Trolley (St. Pete) Trains (Largo) Aquariums Clearwater Marine Aquarium The Florida Aquarium Parker Manatee Aquarium (Bradenton) The Pier Aquarium (St. Pete) Tarpon  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in tampa

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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