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Hey Tampa Bay, Alex here to let you know what is going on around the area this weekend. If you are looking for something fun to do, you have come to the right place!

Carnival Couture - August 14, 2010
The Ritz Ybor presents a captivating collection of Tampa Bay's most provocative, show-stopping performers from the wild and sexy to the graceful and powerful.
Venue: The Ritz Ybor, Tampa, FL
Time: 7:00p

Thai One On For the Tigers- August 14, 2010
Come spend a wonderful evening and support the tigers and other animals at Elmira's Wildlife Sanctuary while we celebrate the birthdays of our two youngest tigers, Cort and Lexi! Admission includes:* Authentic Thai Dinner* One year membership to Elmira's* Live music from Code Blues Band* A twilight tour of the animal's sanctuaryTickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Check out http://www.elmiraswildlife.org/ for more info!
Address: 13910 Seminole Trail, Wimauma, FL 33598
Times: 4-8 pm
Admission: $25 in advance, $30 at the door

Dance World's Back-To-School Health, Fun and Fitness Expo- August 14, 2010
Dance World Announces Health, Fun & Fitness EXPO Tampa, FL – August 5, 2010. Dance World will hold a FREE back-to-school Health, Fun and Fitness Expo on Saturday, August 14 from 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM at the University Mall, 2200 East Fowler Avenue (located on 2nd level, parking garage food court entrance, near movie theaters). Free health screenings will be given including BMI, cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar screenings. Additionally, there will be give-aways, entertainment and healthy food samples. This event will feature interactive demonstrations on “How to Eliminate Pain, Stress and the Effects of Aging” by internationally-renowned expert Dr. Ramon Nunez. Entertainment will include a salsa show, free dance lessons and performances by professional competitive dancers. A special musical performance will be given by singer-model-actress-TV host Ann Poonkasem aka Ann P. www.annponline.com. Sponsorships and vendor tables are available. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Faces of Courage Foundation, Inc., a charity that helps children with cancer. www.facesofcourage.org Come join in the fun and dance for a better world. About Dance World Dance World is a full service dance fitness studio featuring a large selection of popular dances from Salsa to Hip Hop with professional instructors. A fun and hip alternative to the gym, dance fitness combines the benefits of exercise with the fun of dance and music. Dance world offers a full array of dance fitness programs, including weekly classes, children’s lessons, corporate events, work-life programs, special events and health-wellness programs. No contracts, no monthly fees, student discounts. HABLAMOS ESPANOL. For more information, visit www.DanceWorldTampa.com.
Address: 2200 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL 33612
Times: 12pm - 5pm
Admission: FREE

Tampa Bay Storm Playoffs vs. Orlando Predators – August 14, 2010
The number three (#3) seed Tampa Bay Storm will host the number four (#4) seed Orlando Predators in the American Conference Championship Game Saturday, August 14 at the St. Pete Times Forum with kickoff at 7:30pm.  The winner goes on to the ArenaBowl!
 
Don’t miss the American Conference Final with individual game tickets starting at $15.
 
PREGAME FESTIVITIES BEGIN AT 4:30 PM!
Storm players walk the red carpet & greet fans!
Kids Activities, games, arts and crafts & Live Music!
$3 Draft Specials at Shots & Free Hot Dogs on Plaza (4:30pm – 5:30pm)
Venue: St. Pete Times Forum
Time: 4:30pm


Rocky Horror Picture Show Live – August 14-15, 2010
"Rocky Horror Picture Show" will be performed by a local live cast of The Cheap Little Punks at the Tampa Pitcher Show. The show is preformed every other weekend on Friday and Saturday nights. The theater offers a full liquor bar and a full menu.
Time: Sat- 11:30pm, Sun- 2:30p
Venue: Tampa Pitcher Show


"Strolling In A Perfect Paradise" – August 14, 2010
The Henry B. Plant Museum presents "Strolling In A Perfect Paradise." The gardens of the 1891 Tampa Bay Hotel were touted as the most exotic in the country. This exhibit will showcase the splendor of the gardens within the context of landscape design in the 19th century. Oversized projected images will give guests the sense of truly experiencing the once-magnificent grounds. It will also feature historic images from brochures, newspapers, negative slides, and photographs, along with original decorative pieces and, in the current garden, historic garden markers.
Time: 10:00a to 5:00p
Venue:  Henry B. Plant Museum
Price: adults $10, seniors 65 and older and students $7, children 4-12 $5

"Obscured by Time: The Magic of Florida" – August 14, 2010
Tampa Bay History Center presents the exhibition "Obscured by Time: The Magic of Florida," featuring the art of Hermann Trappman. The exhibit details the natural history of Florida through Trappman's compelling paintings, artifact replicas, fossils, and examples of the resources utilized by ancient Native Americans.
Time: 5:00p
Venue: Tampa Bay History Center

"Dog Sees God: Confessions Of A Teenage Blockhead" – August 14, 2010
Jobsite Theater presents "Dog Sees God: Confessions Of A Teenage Blockhead" in Tampa. Teens struggling with sex, death and identity. A play by Bert Royal and directed by David M. Jenkins.
When CB's dog dies from rabies, CB begins to question the existence of an afterlife. His best friend is too burnt out to provide any coherent speculation. His sister has gone goth. His ex-girlfriend has recently been institutionalized and his other friends are too inebriated to give him any sort of solace. But a chance meeting with an artistic kid, the target of this group's bullying, offers CB a peace of mind and sets in motion a friendship that will push teen angst to the very limits. Drug use, suicide, eating disorders, teen violence, rebellion and sexual identity collide and careen toward an ending that's both haunting and hopeful.
Time: 8:00p
Venue: David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts
Price: $24.50

CATS: At the David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts – August 14-15, 2010
There's no better way to introduce your family to the wonders of live theater than with the magic, the mystery, the memory of CATS. What began as a musical about cats after Andrew Lloyd Webber picked up a book of poems in an airport bookshop has become one of the longest running shows in Broadway's history. Winner of seven Tony Awards including Best Musical, CATS features 20 of Andrew Lloyd Webber's timeless melodies, including the hit song, "Memory."
Venue: David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts (formerly TBPAC)
Times: Sat. 2 and 8 p.m., Sun. 2 and 7:30 p.m.

Turn up the Volumn - Curtis and Kocab Benefit Concert- August 15, 2010
Benefit concert for the memorial funds for Officer Curtis and Officer Kocab. Live entertainment, balloon artists, face painters, palm readers, hand writing analysis’s and so much more. Come down and support the cause!
Address: 615 Channelside Dr., Tampa, FL 33602
Times: 3pm-9pm
Admission: FREE

Goo Goo Dolls – August 15, 2010
Time: 8:00p
Venue: Florida State Fairgrounds: 1-800-ASK-GARY Amphitheater (formerly Ford Amphitheatre)

Ongoing Events:
August Double Dino Days
MOSI Presents- CSI: The Experience
Summer Nights at Busch Gardens- Ending August 15, 2010
Island Nights at Adventure Island- Ending August 15, 2010
Play & Dine All Day at Busch Gardens- Ticket sales end on September 6, 2010

1. Who holds the Storm single-game record for most touchdown passes with ten?
2. What team did the Storm defeat to claim their first two Arena Bowl titles?
3. What former Storm quarterback guided the team to four out of five Arena bowl titles and is one of six players in Storm history to have his number retired by the team?

Hey Tampa Bay, looking for something fun to do this weekend? Well, if so you have come to the right place. I, Alex, have created a list of fun things happening around the area this weekend!

Suncoast Business Expo- July 24, 2010
If you have never owned a business and wanted to know how, this event is for you. Seminars on tax advantages, lead generation, customer service, how to buy a franchise, how to buy and sell a private business, promotional products and more. There will be some of the top home based businesses and business opportunities in Florida giving their business briefings all in one location. Save time and money with one stop shopping. Find the Business that right for you. Doubletree Airport Hotel Convention center, 4500 West Cypress Street Tampa Fl 33607.www.suncoastbusinessexpo.com
Address: 4500 W Cypress St., Tampa, FL 33607
Times: Saturday and Sunday 9-5
Admission:  $10

The Devine Equine III *** Horses helping veterans- July 24, 2010
Celebrate the healing power of horses while viewing beautiful equestrian art created by local artists at Great Art & Frame. Proceeds from sales help support Quantum Leap Farm's therapeutic equestrian programs, which now include equine assisted self exploration as well as therapeutic riding and carriage driving. Your participation will help disabled veterans, civilian adults, and children receive the benefits of equestrian therapy at Quantum Leap Farm.
Address: Great Art & Frame, 9906 W. Linebaugh Avenue, Tampa, FL 33626
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Admission: Free

Metrocon- July 24, 2010
Celebration of Japanese popular entertainment, including anime (animation), manga (comics), J-pop and J-rock music, cosplay (costume design and performance) and video games. Also includes a film festival and Fantasy Masquerade.
Address: 333 S Franklin St., Tampa, FL 33602
Times: Noon
Price: $10-$55

Surf & Turf, Wine & Dine – July 25, 2010
Come into Charley’s Steak House this season and choose from a summer-exclusive Surf & Turf menu with sommelier-chosen wine pairings for each course. Our specialized menu offers the highest quality turf items with the freshest seafood available, paired with exotic wine from across the globe. Patrons can indulge in this Surf & Turf, Wine & Dine summer feature with the number one rated restaurants in all of Orlando, according to Orlando Magazine.
Venue: Charley's Steakhouse

The Music Man- July 24, 2010
The CCC Community Theatre will present Meredith Willson’s The Music Man on Friday, July 23 at 7:30 pm and Saturday, July 24 at 3 pm.
The Music Man is a musical with book, music, and lyrics by Meredith Willson. The show is based on a story by Willson and Franklin Lacey. The plot concerns con man Harold Hill, who poses as a boys' band organizer and leader, and sells band instruments and uniforms to naive townsfolk before skipping town with the cash. In River City, Iowa, prim but progressive Marian, the librarian, sees through him, but when Hill helps her younger brother, Marian begins to fall in love with Harold. Harold, in turn falling for Marian, risks being caught to win her. 
In 1957, the show became a hit on Broadway, winning five Tony Awards, including “Best Musical”, and running for 1,375 performances. The cast album won the first Grammy Award for "Best Original Cast Album". The show's success led to revivals and a popular 1962 film adaptation and a 2003 television remake. It frequently is produced by both professional and amateur theater companies.
Address: 4537 Lowell Rd., Tampa, FL 33618
Times: July 16 at 7:30 pm, Saturday, July 17 at 3 pm, Friday, July 23 at 7:30 pm and Saturday, July 24 at 3 pm
Venue: Carrollwood Cultural Center

Tampa Bay Storm vs Alabama Vipers: MillerCoors Beer Tasting- July 24, 2010
The Tampa Bay Storm and 97X invite you to a special MillerCoors Beer Tasting on the West Plaza of the St. Pete Times Forum prior to the game on Saturday, July 24 from 5:30 – 7:30pm. (Sample craft and specialty beers from our friends at MillerCoors)
Admission: $15 gets you a general admission ticket to the game, plus admission to the 2-hour pregame beer tasting.
$25 gets you a lower level end-zone ticket to the game, plus admission to the 2-hour pregame beer tasting.
If you’ve already got a ticket to the game – don’t miss out on the fun! Get your admission to the beer tasting for only $10!
Times: July 24 from 5:30 – 7:30pm
Venue: St. Pete Times Forum

Cinematic Situation “Tampa’s Premier Fashion Show” – July 24, 2010
Powered By: Vybe Nation
Time: 7:00pm
Venue: Club Skype
Age Suitability: None Specified

Tampa Bay Rowdies Vs. Miami – July 25, 2010
Address: One Steinbrenner Dr., Tampa, FL 33614
Times: 4:00 pm
Venue: New York Yankees at George M. Steinbrenner Field

Obscured by Time: The Magic of Florida" – July 25, 2010
Tampa Bay History Center presents the exhibition "Obscured by Time: The Magic of Florida," featuring the art of Hermann Trappman. The exhibit details the natural history of Florida through Trappman's compelling paintings, artifact replicas, fossils, and examples of the resources utilized by ancient Native Americans.
Venue: Tampa Bay History Center

Wisin & Yandel "La Revolución" Tour- July 25, 2010
Top-selling Latin Urban artists Wisin & Yandel are returning to the United States this summer for the second leg of their successful “La Revolución” U.S. Tour.
Address: 401 Channelside Dr., Tampa, FL 33602
Times: 8pm
Admission: Tickets start at $40.25

Events taking place all Summer long:
Summer Nights at Busch Gardens
Play & Dine All Day at Busch Gardens
Summer Classic Movie Series
Island Nights at Adventure Island
Cyber Bowling at Pin Chasers
Kids Eat Free at Thai Thani and Oishi in Channelside

Have a fun weekend and check back next week for more information on fun Tampa Bay events and things to do in Tampa Bay!

• Sample craft and specialty beers from our friends at MillerCoors!
• $15 gets you a general admission ticket to the game, plus admission to the 2-hour pregame beer tasting.
• $25 gets you a lower level end-zone ticket to the game, plus admission to the 2-hour pregame beer tasting.
• If you’ve already got a ticket to the game – don’t miss out on the fun! Get your admission to the beer tasting for only $10!

Hey Tampa Bay, Alex here with a weekly update on fun Tampa Bay area events happening around the area over the weekend.

1. Night in the Islands- July 10, 2010
On Saturday, July 10, from 6-11pm, the City of Tarpon Springs will present Night in the Islands – a free event on the world famous Sponge Docks. Enjoy Greek music, dancing, dining and other activities under the stars at the Sponge Docks. The event features live music by Ellada, an exciting Greek band composed of three of the best Greek musicians in the state. Ellada will perform outside on Dodecanese Blvd (the Sponge Docks) between Hope and Athens streets from 7 to 11pm. The band will perform nisiotika, the lively traditional music of the Greek islands, as well as old and new Greek favorites. Ellada includes George Soffos, bouzouki; Dino Theofilos, keyboard; and Elias Poulos, vocals. Prior to the main event, there will be live Greek music between 4 and 6pm on Dodecanese Blvd. at Riverwalk, west of Hope Street. Night in the Islands also will be offered Saturdays, August 7, September 18, October 2, and November 6, 2010. Mark your calendar and make this a regular destination!
Address: SPONGE DOCKS (DODECANESE BLVD BETWEEN HOPE AND ATHENS ST.), 
TARPON SPRINGS, FL 34689 
Times: 6:00-11:00pm 
Admission: FREE

2. Obscured by Time: The Magic of Florida, featuring the art of Hermann Trappman- July 10,2010
The Tampa Bay History Center presents "Obscured by Time: The Magic of Florida", featuring the art of Hermann Trappman, opening Saturday, July 10th. The exhibition will detail the natural history of Florida through Trappman’s compelling paintings, artifact replicas, fossils, and examples of the resources utilized by ancient Native Americans. Obscured by Time offers a glimpse of early Florida, its native peoples and geography prior to European contact in the 1500s. A self-taught artist, Trappman’s work explores the life of Florida’s early peoples and is based on artifacts, fossils and other archeological evidence found along the shores of Florida.
Address: 801 Old Water St., Tampa, FL 33602 
Times: Daily 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 
Admission: $12.00 for adults

3. The 2nd Monthly Hula’s Boat Hop- July 10, 2010
The 2nd Monthly Hula's Boat Hop will be on Saturday, July 10th starting at 8 p.m. on the dock next to the newly remodeled and expanded Dukes Bar.  Hula Bay, one of the few waterside venues in Tampa and is located at 5200 West Tyson Avenue off Westshore, South  of Gandy.  There will be complimentary valet parking, live entertainment, no charge for  overnight boat slips, a DJ by the pool beginning at 1 p.m. and a full menu will be available.  The next one will be on August 21st.
Address: 5210 Tyson Blvd., Tampa, FL 33611 
Times: starting at 8p.m.

4. Sail Tampa – July 10- 14, 2010
Join us as we celebrate Tampa Bay’s rich maritime history featuring the magnificent International Sailing Ships of the World. The celebration begins with a spectacular “Parade of Sail” as the ships enter the Port of Tampa with thousands of spectators lining the shoreline. The 5-day festival will feature nightly fireworks, live music and dockside tours of the ships located in the Channel District,
known as Channelside.
Address: 615 Channelside Dr., Tampa, FL 33602 
Times: Varies

5. Tampa Bay Lightening Young Guns Camp- July 10-14, 2010
The Tampa Bay Lightning will hold their annual player development camp at the St. Pete Times Forum July 10-14. The camp will feature 31 players and include two sessions per day. All on-ice sessions will be open to the public. The camp will culminate on July 14 with the Young Guns Game, a prospect scrimmage and fan event. Among the 31 players attending the camp are former first-round picks Ty Wishart, Carter Ashton and Brett Connolly as well as second-round picks Scott Jackson, Richard Panik and Dana Tyrell. Highly touted prospects Dustin Tokarski, Jaroslav Janus, Alex Hutchings and Mark Barberio are also expected to attend the camp. The players will partake in a number of various activities away from the ice as well, including presentations on strength and conditioning, nutrition and others. On Monday, July 12 they will also attend a luncheon with team supporters and participate in community service initiatives that afternoon. The camp will conclude on Wednesday, July 14 with the Lightning’s Young Guns Game. Doors for the event will open at 5:30 p.m. with the game getting underway at 6 p.m. The contest will feature two 20-minute periods with a shootout challenge at the end. Following the game fans will have the opportunity to participate in a question and answer session, get autographs from all the prospects involved in the camp and watch the Lightning Hockey Night radio show broadcast LIVE from the XO VIP Club from 7-8 p.m. They will also have the chance to enter to win exciting Lightning prizes and more, while ThunderBug and the Bolt Brigade will be on hand to entertain.
Address: 401 Channelside Dr., Tampa, FL 33602
Times: July 10: 8:30am-11am, 4:30pm-7:30pm; July 11: 9am-11:30am, 4:30pm-8:00pm; July 12: 9am-11:30am; July 13: 2pm-4pm; July 14: 9am-11:30am, 6pm-7:30pm
Admission: Free

6. Talent Quest Florida- July 9-11, 2010
Talent Quest Florida is a karaoke singing competition for teens and up!
We have three categories divided into male and female divisions: Country, Contemporary 
and 50-And-Over.  Winners of Talent Quest Florida (one male and one female from each category) get paid entry; air fare and hotel stay at the national Talent Quest Karaoke competition in Laughlin, Nev., in September!
Time: 8:00am- 11pm
Location: Doubletree Hotel Tampa, Westshore
Price: Friday & Saturday July 9-10, 2010- $15 per day. Sunday, July 11, 2010- $30 per day.

7.  World Cup Watch Parties July 10-11, 2010
In honor of their semi-final appearance and as a welcome to Tampa, Splitsville luxury lanes and dinner lounge will be hosting a World Cup watch party this Saturday at 2pm for the Crew and Cadets of the Capitan Miranda – Uruguay’s Tall Ship.  The match between Germany and Uruguay will kick-off at 2:30 pm on Saturday so stop by Splitsville Lanes in the Channelside Entertainment Complex and meet the crew while watching the match!

The Channelside courtyard will have live entertainment from 11am-2pm with locals and visitors coming down to show their support for the World Cup Final match between Spain and the Netherlands, as well as the US Bid to Host the World Cup in 2018/2022. At 2pm, step inside any of the fine establishments here at Channelside and enjoy watching the game in the cool AC!

Don’t forget about events happening at our local attractions all Summer long like:

1. Island Nights at Adventure Island
2. Play & Dine All Day at Busch Gardens
3. Summer Nights at Busch Gardens
4. MOSI's CSI: The Experience

Enjoy your weekend and check back with me next Thursday for another Weekend Events update. 

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Hey Tampa Bay.. Alex here with a list of fun events and activities happening in and around the Bay Area this weekend:

1. Mary Poppins – June 4- June 6, 2010
Mary Poppins made her way into Tampa in early May, but will be heading out after this weekend. Make sure you head over to the David A. Straz. Jr. Center of Performing Arts June 3- June 6, 2010 to see the best combination of the original stories by P.L Travelers, and the beloved Walt Disney film, Mary Poppins.

 2. Taste of Pinellas- June4- June 6, 2010
The annual Taste of Pinellas returns to the Bay area at Vinoy Park on June 4th(5:00pm-10:00pm), Saturday, June 5th (11:30am-10:00pm) and Sunday, June 6th (12:00pm-7:00pm).  There will be food and import beers from a number of restaurants including Fresco's, Parkshore Grill, Courtside Grille and Crabby Bills, as well as an outdoor stage with different acts playing every night, including country star Martina McBride. If that wasn't enough, there will be plenty of games and crafts to keep everyone entertained!
This event will be located at Vinoy Park on 501 5th Avenue, NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 and will cost $5 per day on Friday and Saturday, Free on Sunday.

3. Goodwill Wedding Gown Sale- June 4, 2010
This Friday and Saturday morning the Goodwill Superstore will be hosting The Fourth Annual Goodwill Wedding Gown Gala. They will have hundreds of designer gowns on sale in all sizes and styles, with prices up to 85 percent off retail. The gowns are all new and would normally retail from $500 to $1,250. The sale begins at 6 a.m. Friday at the Goodwill Superstore, 3929 Tampa Road, Oldsmar. If brides don't find what they're looking for there, a new batch of dresses will go on sale at 6 a.m. Saturday at the Wesley Chapel Goodwill, 2390 Willow Oak Drive,Wesley Chapel.
There won't be any jewelry on sale this year, but there will be lots of bridal accessories including new garter belts, toasting glasses, guest books with quill pens, print-your-own invitation kits, picture frames, bridal shoes and veils.

4. Walk like MADD- June 4, 2010
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) will be hosting the 2010 Tampa Bay Walk MADD 5k, noncompetitive fundraising walk on Friday, June 4th. The walk begins at 7pm at the USF Campus in Tampa. For complete information and to register or donate visit WalkLikeMADD.org

5. Kris Pierce is Appearing at the Wagon Wheel Flea Market- June 5, 2010
Kris Pierce of Krispsoundz Entertainment will be appearing at the Wagon Wheel Flea Market in Pinellas Park, Florida on Saturday, June 5th. The flea market will be open from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Kris Pierce will be appearing between the hours of 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM at the Wagon Wheel Flea Market 7801 Park Blvd. Pinellas Park, FL. 33781

6. Night in the Islands- June 5, 2010
On Saturday, June 5, from 6 - 11 pm, the City of Tarpon Springs will present A Night in Islands –a free event on the world famous Sponge Docks. Enjoy Greek music, dancing, dining and other activities under the stars at the Sponge Docks. The event features live music by Ellada, Greek dancing, and free lessons in tavli (Greek backgammon) offered by players from the World Tavli Association.
Address: Dodecanese Blvd. between Hope & Athens Streets, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689

7. Facing the Late Victorians: Portraits of Writes and Artist from the Mark Samuals Lasner Collection- June 5, 2010
This Saturday, June5, 2010 will be the last day The Henry B. Plant Museum will hold the exhibition that examines noted Victorians through portraits. This exhibit will provide visitors with the opportunity to come face to face with famous British poets, painters, novelists, playwrights and illustrators. Admission is a suggested donation of $5 per adult, $2 for children under 12. The exhibit will be open from 10:00AM to 4:00PM at the Henry B. Plant Museum located on 401 W Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, Fl 33606

8. Carole King and James Taylor Tour- June 5, 2010
St. Pete Times Forum at 8:00pm

9. Tampa Bay Storm vs. Oklahoma City Yard Dawgz – June 5, 2010
St. Pete Times Forum 7:30pm

I hope you attend a few of these wonderful Tampa Bay events over the weekend.

1. How many labor hours went into the manufacturing of the stage set, tracking video columns and the robotic video screens?
2. How many Total watts does the sound system generate per show?
   
3. Name the number of additional local crew members recruited in each city to help build and tear down the production/staging?