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WHILE GREAT CARE WAS TAKEN IN COMPILING THE CALENDAR, IT’S ALWAYS BEST TO PHONE AHEAD TO CONFIRM INFORMATION.
WHILE GREAT CARE WAS TAKEN IN COMPILING THE CALENDAR, IT’S ALWAYS BEST TO PHONE AHEAD TO CONFIRM INFORMATION.
| EVENTS/FESTIVALS - September 2010
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EVENTS/FESTIVALS
Swaptember
Sept. 1-30, various times
Use your Lowry Park Zoo pass this month to receive free admission to the Florida Aquarium and MOSI. Similarly, Aquarium and MOSI members get free admission to the zoo all month. www.lowryparkzoo.com Everyone
Free Wiregrass Wednesdays
Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 10 a.m.
Spend a fun morning with the kids taking part in play activities with other families and catching live entertainment at The Shops at Wiregrass in Wesley Chapel. This month’s special guests are: Storyteller Katie Adams (Sept. 1 and 15), Drum Magic (Sept. 8), Tommy Girvin (Sept. 22) and Gator Crusader (Sept. 29). www.theshopsatwiregrass.com Everyone
Four Seasons Author Series Luncheon
Sept. 3, noon
Attend the Four Seasons Author Series Luncheon hosted by the Friends of the Library of Tampa-Hillsborough County at the University Club, 38th Floor, One Tampa City Center in Tampa. This month’s guest is Thomas French, author of Zoo Story: Life in the Garden of Captives. $100 luncheon series; $30, session. RSVP at (813) 273-3616. Moms, Dads
Florida’s Largest Home Show
Sept. 3-6, various times
Browse more than 1,200 exhibits of new products for building, remodeling, decorating, landscaping and planning your next home project at the Tampa Convention Center, 333 S. Franklin St. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday and Monday. Cost is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors and free for kids younger than 12. www.bighomeshow.com Everyone
2010 Tampa Boat Show
Sept. 10-12, various times
Check out the area’s largest boat show at the Tampa Convention Center. Participate in boat-handling courses and fishing seminars, take free boat rides and see demonstrations about water and boating safety. This year, SpongeBob SquarePants makes a special guest appearance. $9, adults and free for kids 15 and younger. www.TampaBoatShow.com Everyone
CBS Taste of Home Cooking School & Expo
Sept. 11, 6:30 p.m.
Sign up for the popular cooking demonstration show as it travels to Mahaffey Theater, 400 First St. S. in St. Petersburg. Two-hour interactive cooking school begins at 6:30 p.m. armed with tips and demonstrations. $12. www.MahaffeyTheater.com Moms, Dads
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Cleveland Browns
Sept. 12, 1 p.m.
Raymond James Stadium. www.buccaneers.com Everyone
Breakfast of Hope
Sept. 15, 7:30-9 a.m.
Get ready for an inspirational morning at this Pediatric Cancer Foundation fundraiser at the A La Carte Event Pavilion, 4050 Dana Shores Drive, Tampa. Hear from families as they share personal stories of battling childhood cancer. Registration is at 7:30 a.m., with the breakfast and program starting at 8 a.m. Donations welcomed. www.fastercure.org Everyone
A Little History
Sept. 15, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Let your little ones explore bay area history with fun, educational activities at the Tampa Bay History Center, 801 Old Water St., downtown Tampa. This month, kids learn about Ybor City’s rich Hispanic heritage, taking part in a scavenger hunt, playing games and making a pretend Cuban sandwich. One adult must accompany every two children. $10, child; $6, adult. www.tampabayhistorycenter.org 3-5
Fisher-Price Play Weekend
Sept. 18-19, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Watch the kids dive into a super-sized play area at Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo, 1101 W. Sligh Ave. Event features an array of the hottest toys and special character appearances and is ideal for kids younger than 6. Included with zoo admission. www.lowryparkzoo.com 4-8
Florida Bride Tampa Wedding Expo
Sept. 19, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Check out this annual wedding expo, fashion show and bridal fair at the Pepin Hospitality Centre, 4121 N. 50th St., Tampa. Brides, $10, including one free guest; additional guests, $10. www.flbrideguide.com Moms
Rays Family Fun Days
Sept. 19 & 26, 1:40 p.m.
Head or St. Pete’s Tropicana Field and four outfield seats, hot dogs, sodas and snacks. Sept. 19 vs. Los Angeles Angels; first 10,000 kids 14 and younger get a Rays Superhero Cape. Sept. 26 vs. Seattle Mariners, first 10,000 kids receive a Rays Recyclable Beach Set. Both games, $31 per person. www.raysbaseball.com Everyone
Midnight in the Vineyard of Good and Evil
Sept. 24-25, various times
Attend this annual movie-themed wine tasting fundraiser, 442 W. Kennedy Blvd., No.110, Tampa. Proceeds benefit the Tampa Theatre. www.TampaTheatreWineFest.org Date Night
International Coastal Cleanup
Sept. 25, 8 a.m. - noon
Spend a day at the beach to volunteer a little time and a little sweat to clean up Hillsborough County neighborhoods and beaches. Events will take place at several locations throughout Hillsborough County. Visit www.khcbonline.org for a list of locations and to register. 813-960-5121. Everyone
Glazer Children’s Museum Grand Opening
Sept. 25
Visit downtown Tampa’s newest addition at 110 W. Gasparilla Plaza. Kids can check out a variety of interactive exhibits including Airplane Travels, Engineers’ Workshop, Get Moving, Health Center, Art Smart and more. Children, $9.50; adults, $15; seniors/military, $12.50. Family memberships available. www.glazermuseum.org Everyone
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
Sept. 26, 1 p.m.
Raymond James Stadium. www.buccaneers.com Everyone
Akilah Institute for Women’s Metropolitan Safari
Sept. 30, 6:30-10 p.m.
Enjoy dinner and conversation with students from the Akilah Institute for Women’s Metropolitan Safari in Carol Morsani Hall at the Straz Center, 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa. Enjoy African music and dance and bid in a live auction. Proceeds benefit the institute in Kigali, Rwanda. $75 general; $125 VIP. www.strazcenter.org Moms
EVENTS/FESTIVALS
Swaptember
Sept. 1-30, various times
Use your Lowry Park Zoo pass this month to receive free admission to the Florida Aquarium and MOSI. Similarly, Aquarium and MOSI members get free admission to the zoo all month. www.lowryparkzoo.com Everyone
Free Wiregrass Wednesdays
Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 10 a.m.
Spend a fun morning with the kids taking part in play activities with other families and catching live entertainment at The Shops at Wiregrass in Wesley Chapel. This month’s special guests are: Storyteller Katie Adams (Sept. 1 and 15), Drum Magic (Sept. 8), Tommy Girvin (Sept. 22) and Gator Crusader (Sept. 29). www.theshopsatwiregrass.com Everyone
Four Seasons Author Series Luncheon
Sept. 3, noon
Attend the Four Seasons Author Series Luncheon hosted by the Friends of the Library of Tampa-Hillsborough County at the University Club, 38th Floor, One Tampa City Center in Tampa. This month’s guest is Thomas French, author of Zoo Story: Life in the Garden of Captives. $100 luncheon series; $30, session. RSVP at (813) 273-3616. Moms, Dads
Florida’s Largest Home Show
Sept. 3-6, various times
Browse more than 1,200 exhibits of new products for building, remodeling, decorating, landscaping and planning your next home project at the Tampa Convention Center, 333 S. Franklin St. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday and Monday. Cost is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors and free for kids younger than 12. www.bighomeshow.com Everyone
2010 Tampa Boat Show
Sept. 10-12, various times
Check out the area’s largest boat show at the Tampa Convention Center. Participate in boat-handling courses and fishing seminars, take free boat rides and see demonstrations about water and boating safety. This year, SpongeBob SquarePants makes a special guest appearance. $9, adults and free for kids 15 and younger. www.TampaBoatShow.com Everyone
CBS Taste of Home Cooking School & Expo
Sept. 11, 6:30 p.m.
Sign up for the popular cooking demonstration show as it travels to Mahaffey Theater, 400 First St. S. in St. Petersburg. Two-hour interactive cooking school begins at 6:30 p.m. armed with tips and demonstrations. $12. www.MahaffeyTheater.com Moms, Dads
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Cleveland Browns
Sept. 12, 1 p.m.
Raymond James Stadium. www.buccaneers.com Everyone
Breakfast of Hope
Sept. 15, 7:30-9 a.m.
Get ready for an inspirational morning at this Pediatric Cancer Foundation fundraiser at the A La Carte Event Pavilion, 4050 Dana Shores Drive, Tampa. Hear from families as they share personal stories of battling childhood cancer. Registration is at 7:30 a.m., with the breakfast and program starting at 8 a.m. Donations welcomed. www.fastercure.org Everyone
A Little History
Sept. 15, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Let your little ones explore bay area history with fun, educational activities at the Tampa Bay History Center, 801 Old Water St., downtown Tampa. This month, kids learn about Ybor City’s rich Hispanic heritage, taking part in a scavenger hunt, playing games and making a pretend Cuban sandwich. One adult must accompany every two children. $10, child; $6, adult. www.tampabayhistorycenter.org 3-5
Fisher-Price Play Weekend
Sept. 18-19, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Watch the kids dive into a super-sized play area at Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo, 1101 W. Sligh Ave. Event features an array of the hottest toys and special character appearances and is ideal for kids younger than 6. Included with zoo admission. www.lowryparkzoo.com 4-8
Florida Bride Tampa Wedding Expo
Sept. 19, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Check out this annual wedding expo, fashion show and bridal fair at the Pepin Hospitality Centre, 4121 N. 50th St., Tampa. Brides, $10, including one free guest; additional guests, $10. www.flbrideguide.com Moms
Rays Family Fun Days
Sept. 19 & 26, 1:40 p.m.
Head or St. Pete’s Tropicana Field and four outfield seats, hot dogs, sodas and snacks. Sept. 19 vs. Los Angeles Angels; first 10,000 kids 14 and younger get a Rays Superhero Cape. Sept. 26 vs. Seattle Mariners, first 10,000 kids receive a Rays Recyclable Beach Set. Both games, $31 per person. www.raysbaseball.com Everyone
Midnight in the Vineyard of Good and Evil
Sept. 24-25, various times
Attend this annual movie-themed wine tasting fundraiser, 442 W. Kennedy Blvd., No.110, Tampa. Proceeds benefit the Tampa Theatre. www.TampaTheatreWineFest.org Date Night
International Coastal Cleanup
Sept. 25, 8 a.m. - noon
Spend a day at the beach to volunteer a little time and a little sweat to clean up Hillsborough County neighborhoods and beaches. Events will take place at several locations throughout Hillsborough County. Visit www.khcbonline.org for a list of locations and to register. 813-960-5121. Everyone
Glazer Children’s Museum Grand Opening
Sept. 25
Visit downtown Tampa’s newest addition at 110 W. Gasparilla Plaza. Kids can check out a variety of interactive exhibits including Airplane Travels, Engineers’ Workshop, Get Moving, Health Center, Art Smart and more. Children, $9.50; adults, $15; seniors/military, $12.50. Family memberships available. www.glazermuseum.org Everyone
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
Sept. 26, 1 p.m.
Raymond James Stadium. www.buccaneers.com Everyone
Akilah Institute for Women’s Metropolitan Safari
Sept. 30, 6:30-10 p.m.
Enjoy dinner and conversation with students from the Akilah Institute for Women’s Metropolitan Safari in Carol Morsani Hall at the Straz Center, 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa. Enjoy African music and dance and bid in a live auction. Proceeds benefit the institute in Kigali, Rwanda. $75 general; $125 VIP. www.strazcenter.org Moms
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art
The Art Spot
Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Give your child an opportunity to learn about various styles of art through self-guided projects at the Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W. Gasparilla Plaza, downtown Tampa. Gallery admission only. No reservations required. www.tampamuseum.org 4-12
Dali Family Fun Saturdays
Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25, 11:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Bring the kids for games, puzzles and crafts at this interactive family-friendly event at the Salvador Dali Museum, 1000 Third St. S., St. Petersburg. Included with admission. www.salvadordalimuseum.org 4 & Older
art
The Art Spot
Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Give your child an opportunity to learn about various styles of art through self-guided projects at the Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W. Gasparilla Plaza, downtown Tampa. Gallery admission only. No reservations required. www.tampamuseum.org 4-12
Dali Family Fun Saturdays
Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25, 11:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Bring the kids for games, puzzles and crafts at this interactive family-friendly event at the Salvador Dali Museum, 1000 Third St. S., St. Petersburg. Included with admission. www.salvadordalimuseum.org 4 & Older
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| THEATER/DANCE - September 2010
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theater & dance
Disney on Ice Presents Mickey & Minnie’s Magical Journey
Sept. 9-12, various times
Join Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse as they travel to four magical destinations in one fun-filled adventure taking place at the St. Pete Times Forum in Tampa. Catch one of seven performances. www.stpetetimesforum.com 4 & Older
Einstein’s Dreams
Sept. 15- Oct. 3, various times
Learn what was behind the Theory of Relativity in this imaginative, dreamy production at the Shimberg Playhouse at the Straz Center in downtown Tampa. www.strazcenter.com Moms, Dads
The Mystery of Irma Vep
Sept. 17-Oct. 10, various times
Enjoy a good laugh as a gothic spoof satirizing everything from Hitchcock flicks to murder mysteries to mummy movie hits the American Stage, 163 Third St. N. in downtown St. Petersburg. www.americanstage.org Moms, Dads
theater & dance
Disney on Ice Presents Mickey & Minnie’s Magical Journey
Sept. 9-12, various times
Join Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse as they travel to four magical destinations in one fun-filled adventure taking place at the St. Pete Times Forum in Tampa. Catch one of seven performances. www.stpetetimesforum.com 4 & Older
Einstein’s Dreams
Sept. 15- Oct. 3, various times
Learn what was behind the Theory of Relativity in this imaginative, dreamy production at the Shimberg Playhouse at the Straz Center in downtown Tampa. www.strazcenter.com Moms, Dads
The Mystery of Irma Vep
Sept. 17-Oct. 10, various times
Enjoy a good laugh as a gothic spoof satirizing everything from Hitchcock flicks to murder mysteries to mummy movie hits the American Stage, 163 Third St. N. in downtown St. Petersburg. www.americanstage.org Moms, Dads
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film
Alpha and Omega
Sept. 17
Follow a pair of wolves as they take a dangerous trip across unfamiliar territory to find their way home and learn the true meaning of friendship and love along the way. Rated PG. See theaters for times and ticket information. 8 & Older
Tinkerbell and the Great Fairy Rescue
Sept. 21
Discover the enchanting world of Tinkerbell, fairies and friendship as this magical adventure debuts on Blu-ray combo pack, DVD and as a movie download. The full-length, CG-animated film from DisneyToon Studios offers an all-star cast, soaring score and breathtaking animation. 4-12
Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga’Hoole
Sept. 24
Explore the world of the mythical Great Ga’Hoole Tree and the creatures who rule the night in this new 3D adventure based on the first three books of the Guardians of Ga’Hoole series. Check local theaters for times and ticket prices. 8 & Older
film
Alpha and Omega
Sept. 17
Follow a pair of wolves as they take a dangerous trip across unfamiliar territory to find their way home and learn the true meaning of friendship and love along the way. Rated PG. See theaters for times and ticket information. 8 & Older
Tinkerbell and the Great Fairy Rescue
Sept. 21
Discover the enchanting world of Tinkerbell, fairies and friendship as this magical adventure debuts on Blu-ray combo pack, DVD and as a movie download. The full-length, CG-animated film from DisneyToon Studios offers an all-star cast, soaring score and breathtaking animation. 4-12
Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga’Hoole
Sept. 24
Explore the world of the mythical Great Ga’Hoole Tree and the creatures who rule the night in this new 3D adventure based on the first three books of the Guardians of Ga’Hoole series. Check local theaters for times and ticket prices. 8 & Older
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music
Respect: A Musical Journey of Women
Sept. 1-26, various times
Experience women’s trailblazing through American culture and popular music in this melodic history lesson at the Straz Center in downtown Tampa. Girls Night Out package includes four tickets and four drinks, $144 or four tickets and eight drinks, $160. www.strazcenter.org Moms
Labor Day Weekend with Survivor
Sept. 5, 4 p.m.
Celebrate Labor Day weekend at Busch Gardens and join the rock and roll band Survivor as they take over Gwazi Field to belt out some of their biggest hits, including Eye of the Tiger, The Search Is Over and High on You. Included with regular admission. www.buschgardens.com Everyone
Jonas Brothers
Sept. 8, 7 p.m.
Send every tween and teenage girl in your home off to cloud nine when the Jonas Brothers visit 1-800-ASK-GARY Amphitheatre at the Florida State Fairgrounds, 4802 U.S. 301 N. in Tampa. Demi Lovato and Camp Rock friends join them. Tickets start at $37.50. www.livenation.com 10 & Older
Night of Joy
Sept. 10-11, 7:30 p.m. - 1 a.m.
Hear live performances by some of the most popular contemporary superstars of rock, pop and gospel at this Christian music festival at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom in Orlando. Artists will grace several stages throughout the park’s different lands and attractions. www.disneyworld.com Everyone
WMNF’s 31st Birthday Bash
Sept. 18, 8 p.m.
Come celebrate with the community radio station in the Grand Ballroom at the Ritz Ybor, 1503 E. Seventh Ave. Eight eclectic bands will grace two stages, including the Paul Thorn Band, Suenalo, the Cadillac Bombers and more. $22 advance; $27 at the door (age 21 and younger, $10). www.ritzybor.com Teens, Moms, Dads
Lady Antebellum
Sept. 21, 7:30 p.m.
Catch the Grammy award-winning country music trio as they bring their Need You Now Tour to Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 N. McMullen Booth Road in Clearwater. www.rutheckerdhall.com Everyone
music
Respect: A Musical Journey of Women
Sept. 1-26, various times
Experience women’s trailblazing through American culture and popular music in this melodic history lesson at the Straz Center in downtown Tampa. Girls Night Out package includes four tickets and four drinks, $144 or four tickets and eight drinks, $160. www.strazcenter.org Moms
Labor Day Weekend with Survivor
Sept. 5, 4 p.m.
Celebrate Labor Day weekend at Busch Gardens and join the rock and roll band Survivor as they take over Gwazi Field to belt out some of their biggest hits, including Eye of the Tiger, The Search Is Over and High on You. Included with regular admission. www.buschgardens.com Everyone
Jonas Brothers
Sept. 8, 7 p.m.
Send every tween and teenage girl in your home off to cloud nine when the Jonas Brothers visit 1-800-ASK-GARY Amphitheatre at the Florida State Fairgrounds, 4802 U.S. 301 N. in Tampa. Demi Lovato and Camp Rock friends join them. Tickets start at $37.50. www.livenation.com 10 & Older
Night of Joy
Sept. 10-11, 7:30 p.m. - 1 a.m.
Hear live performances by some of the most popular contemporary superstars of rock, pop and gospel at this Christian music festival at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom in Orlando. Artists will grace several stages throughout the park’s different lands and attractions. www.disneyworld.com Everyone
WMNF’s 31st Birthday Bash
Sept. 18, 8 p.m.
Come celebrate with the community radio station in the Grand Ballroom at the Ritz Ybor, 1503 E. Seventh Ave. Eight eclectic bands will grace two stages, including the Paul Thorn Band, Suenalo, the Cadillac Bombers and more. $22 advance; $27 at the door (age 21 and younger, $10). www.ritzybor.com Teens, Moms, Dads
Lady Antebellum
Sept. 21, 7:30 p.m.
Catch the Grammy award-winning country music trio as they bring their Need You Now Tour to Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 N. McMullen Booth Road in Clearwater. www.rutheckerdhall.com Everyone
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