Community Calendar

Join us for the Annual Sierra Club Adventure Coast Group Holiday Party at the Historic Brooksville Woman’s Club, 131 South Main Street 34601 in Brooksville on Wed. December 10th. Social 6:30pm, Guest speaker 7pm. Party lasts till 8pm. Public welcome, bring a friend! Suggested donation $10. If inclined, bring a plate or beverage for our holiday buffet.

Our guest speaker Craig Pittman is a great storyteller who will discuss the state's history, people, politics, environment, animals, current events and weirdness. He’s a native Floridian, a bestselling author, a podcaster and an award-winning journalist. His books include "Oh, Florida! How America's Weirdest State Influences the Rest of the Country" and "Cat Tale: The Wild, Weird Battle to Save the Florida Panther." In 2020 he was named a Florida Literary Legend by the Florida Heritage Book Festival and in 2022 the national Sierra Club gave him the Rachel Carson Award. He lives in St. Petersburg with his wife and two children. "Welcome to Florida" podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1169570.

Join the meeting in person or via Zoom. To participate remotely via Zoom, please register in advance at: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqdOCrrTotHtNoCSF5hp2reaOLaAz-aL4Y

Go nose to nose with Big John, the World’s Largest Triceratops, in an immersive and playful dinosaur exhibit at the Glazer Children’s Museum in Downtown Tampa. Whether you have a child at home or not, all are welcome to visit this colossal exhibit, 66 million years in the making.

Go nose to nose with Big John, the World’s Largest Triceratops, in an immersive and playful dinosaur exhibit at the Glazer Children’s Museum in Downtown Tampa. Whether you have a child at home or not, all are welcome to visit this colossal exhibit, 66 million years in the making.

Tampa Bay’s number one family-friendly Halloween event, Creatures of the Night, returns eerier than ever this fall. Perfect for all ages, the frightful, fun-filled event features howling outdoor experiences, amusing shows, spooky characters, creepy culinary treats and much more on thirteen select nights through October 26!
This year’s event features a new colossal adventure, Mesozoic Mayhem, a bone-chilling scare zone where ancient beasts roam once more and chaos ensues after scientists tamper with nature. Guests encounter life-size dinosaurs, creating an atmosphere filled with excitement and just the right amount of fright that proves that eerie fun never goes extinct.

Creatures of the Night takes place on 13 select nights in September and October from 4pm to 10pm.

Event nights are September 26 (members-only night), September 27, Oct. 3-4, Oct. 10-12, Oct. 17-19, and Oct. 24-26.

General admission tickets after 4PM are $29.95 (Friday & Sunday), $34.95 (Saturday), and can be purchased online at zootampa.org.

Kick off your weekend under the stars at the Friday Night Moonlight Market at The Hub at Bexley! Enjoy live music, explore unique finds from local vendors, and discover special Friday night deals from nearby restaurants, including adult beverages to sip while you shop. Bring the whole family – including your furry friends – to this fun, family- and pet-friendly event! Join us for an evening filled with local charm, music, and Friday night vibes in Land O Lakes!

Go nose to nose with Big John, the World’s Largest Triceratops, in an immersive and playful dinosaur exhibit at the Glazer Children’s Museum in Downtown Tampa. Whether you have a child at home or not, all are welcome to visit this colossal exhibit, 66 million years in the making.

Organized in partnership with Preserve the ’Burg, this program explores how bungalows shaped St. Petersburg’s identity during the city’s early 20th-century boom. Architectural historian Emily Elwyn will highlight the distinctive details, expert builders, and welcoming neighborhoods that made these homes central to community life. From the tree-lined streets of Historic Kenwood to the intimacy of Lang’s Bungalow Court and the legacy of Roser Park, discover how the bungalow’s craftsmanship, affordability, and charm left a lasting mark on St. Pete’s character and sense of place. Included with MAACM museum admission.

Tampa Bay’s number one family-friendly Halloween event, Creatures of the Night, returns eerier than ever this fall. Perfect for all ages, the frightful, fun-filled event features howling outdoor experiences, amusing shows, spooky characters, creepy culinary treats and much more on thirteen select nights through October 26!
This year’s event features a new colossal adventure, Mesozoic Mayhem, a bone-chilling scare zone where ancient beasts roam once more and chaos ensues after scientists tamper with nature. Guests encounter life-size dinosaurs, creating an atmosphere filled with excitement and just the right amount of fright that proves that eerie fun never goes extinct.

Creatures of the Night takes place on 13 select nights in September and October from 4pm to 10pm.

Event nights are September 26 (members-only night), September 27, Oct. 3-4, Oct. 10-12, Oct. 17-19, and Oct. 24-26.

General admission tickets after 4PM are $29.95 (Friday & Sunday), $34.95 (Saturday), and can be purchased online at zootampa.org.

The Clearwater Yacht Club is delighted to announce our 51st Annual Holiday Lighted Boat Parade, taking place on Saturday, December 13th at 6:30 PM. This cherished tradition brings together our community in celebration, featuring a spectacular procession of festively decorated boats that light up the waterfront with holiday spirit.

Date: Saturday, December 13th

Time: 6:30 PM

Viewing Locations: Coachman's Park, Papaya Street Boat Launch, JW Marriott Rooftop Watch Party, and Memorial Causeway Bridge

Participation: Open to all. We welcome boat registrations and sponsorship inquiries from community members and businesses alike.

Go nose to nose with Big John, the World’s Largest Triceratops, in an immersive and playful dinosaur exhibit at the Glazer Children’s Museum in Downtown Tampa. Whether you have a child at home or not, all are welcome to visit this colossal exhibit, 66 million years in the making.