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Pumpkin Spice is in the air which means It’s almost fall! It’s hard to tell because Florida is hot, the leaves don’t change color and there is no snow. The north has many fall activities that, sadly, are not possible to do in the South. However, there are southern versions of some fall activities that…
Looking for an artistic outlet but also wanting to spend time with your significant other? Well, look no further than Dan Balk Jewelry! If you didn’t already know, Dan Balk is an artist, teacher, goldsmith, and a designer all wrapped into one talented human being! Check out his studio and classes for a great date…
If you didn’t already know, Epperson Lagoon has finally opened and is now offering Limited Non-Resident Access! Basically, Epperson is a planned community with a larger than life man-made lagoon in the Wesley Chapel Area. Built by Metro Places, this new attraction is a part of a neighborhood community and has been causing quite a…
What is goes great with a Florida summer of fun? A summer of rum! This Labor Day weekend, celebrate with the Summer of Rum Festival at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park in Downtown Tampa! The Festival will be held Aug. 31 from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m. Bartenders will be mixing up different rum drinks…
Karaoke has been a staple at parties, clubs, and bars for a long time. Adult sitcoms, including How I Met Your Mother, Young and Hungry and Friends have featured a karaoke bar in at least one episode. There is always the option to sing along to a song while dancing on the dance floor, but…
Love food, cooking, or watching TV cooking shows? Now, you and a lucky date can watch a cooking competition in person and support an important local cause. The Epicurean Hotel, in Hyde Park, is hosting the fifth annual Tampa’s Epic Chef Showdown, a contest where proceeds are donated to Feeding Tampa Bay. Feeding Tampa Bay…
Its primary purpose may be water storage and supply, but Lower Hillsborough Wilderness Preserve also serves as a natural resource conservation. The Preserve has many significant ecological features including wood stork rookery, a sawgrass marsh, a sphagnum bog and two sinkholes. Within the Wilderness Preserve are six park sites: Dead River Park, Flatwoods Park, John…
If you get married, your wedding will be the most important date in your life. It’s essential that you choose the right location to say your “I do’s.” Some couples want a more traditional place, and some want a less traditional location. If you want a less traditional wedding, there are plenty of unique places…
It may seem like a small area, but the history and recent build-up of the city have created a plethora of interesting places that are worthy of being shown off. In and around downtown Tampa has some beautiful places to take photos and get the perfect Instagram-worthy shot. Grab your girls, cameras or phones, and…
About the School Take some time off or pick a weekend and head over to The Florida School of Woodwork for a day full of carving and tuning. The Florida School of Woodwork offers a totally immersive way for novelists and novices to enjoy woodworking in a safe, educational environment. Since its founding in 2004…
With rainy season all around us here in the Tampa Bay area, it is important to know of all the different indoor activities we could do when it’s not so sunshiney in the sunshine state. When it’s raining, people sometimes tell you that you could go to the movies or go grab a bite to…
In a state surrounded on three sides by water, and has many lakes and rivers throughout the state, it’s one of the perfect places to fish. And if it’s one of the most perfect places to fish, it’s also one of the best places to have a fishing date! Grab a rod, bait, and your…
Do you ever get tired of going out to eat and watching a movie on every date and just want something a bit more exciting? Then, going and scoping out the spookiest places in Tampa might be a fun date night idea for you and your significant other, no matter how long you have been…
Summer is here! That means beach trips, travel, and (hopefully) some downtime. Instead of binging “Friends” reruns again this summer, try picking up a new book! Have your own mini book club with your significant other or just enjoy reading together on the beach – or at home when those afternoon showers keep us indoors….
This summer Tampa Bay will be hosting the Department of Defense Warrior Games for the first time. Both the opening ceremony and closing ceremony will take place at Amalie Arena. On June 22, Amalie Arena will be hosting the start of the DoD Warrior Games. The opening ceremony will begin at 7 p.m. and continue…
With the start of June, dawns the beginnings of the Summer season. School is out, the temperatures are heating up, and after a couple of weeks at home, the kids start moaning “I’m bored”, right? Luckily, Tampa is home to a handful of upcoming festivals this June that are perfect for the whole family or…
Summer is already in full swing here in Tampa Bay, as the kids are getting out of school and the temperatures are rising. Sometimes you get tired of having date nights inside, but you don’t want to suffer in the heat. We live in Florida; we might as well enjoy the outdoors. Luckily, Tampa has…
Now that the kiddos are out of school for summer vacation, it’s easy to get wrapped up in the day to day and lose all alone time or time with your special someone. June is a great month to set aside some ‘adult time’, call the ‘sitter, and head out for a night on the…
You might think the only way to see animals is at a zoo or aquarium. And in Florida, there are a lot of aquariums. While both are great date ideas, there are cool other ways to see animals and get in touch with your nature-friendly side. The next time you and your significant other are…
Antiquing and vintage shopping is not just a hobby for middle-aged and older people. It can be a good time for anybody of any age and can be a fun way to spend time with your significant other. You never know what you both might find! You could find a cool clock from over a…