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What’s Happening at Whole Foods in March?

Filed under Charity/Fundraisers, March 2013 Events by whatsdo2 on March 4, 2013 at 10:10 am {no comments}

PARMAGEDDON
Time: 2-4 p.m.; The cracking the Parm will take place at exactly 3 p.m.
Date: Saturday, March 9, 2013
Location: All Whole Foods Market stores
Cost: FREE
Info: Tampa: (813) 874-9435 or Carrollwood: (813) 264-3600; Whole Foods Market Tampa Events

What’s Doing?
There’s going to be a Parmesan invasion at Whole Foods Markets around the country this month! Gather around for the official “Cracking of the Parm,” a Whole Foods Market tradition. They will be attempting to break the Guinness World Record for the most wheels of parmesan cracked simultaneously.

Address:
Whole Foods Market Tampa
1548 North Dale Mabry Highway
Tampa, FL 33607

While Foods Market Carrollwood
3802 Northdale Boulevard
Tampa, FL 33624

Image courtesy of Whole Foods Market IP. L.P.

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Health Starts Here Kid’s Club: Rainbows & Shamrocks
Time: 4-5 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Location: Whole Foods Market Carrollwood (in the Café)
Cost: FREE (Space is limited and registration is required)
Info: Register online or by calling Customer Service at (813) 264-3600; Whole Foods Carrollwood Events

What’s Doing?
This St. Patrick’s Day, treat your little ones to healthy treats and hands-on crafts. Be sure to wear green!

Address:
Whole Foods Market Carrollwood
3802 Northdale Boulevard
Tampa, FL 33624

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Recycle Word Cloud Beach Yoga Jam for a Cause
Time: 2-6:30 p.m.
Date: Saturday, March 16, 2013
Location: Picnic Island Park
Cost: $5 suggested donation for the Whole Planet Foundation (Registration is required); Water and snacks will be provided
Info: (813) 874-9435; For more information or to register for this event, e-mail Curtis at Curtis.Whitwam@wholefoods.com; Whole Foods Market Tampa Events

What’s Doing?
Head over to Picnic Island Park in Tampa for a day of beach cleaning, yoga and sunset drumming.

Even Better! The plastics that you help collect on the beach will be used to create a piece of recycled artwork as a visual reminder of ocean plastic pollution.

Address:
Picnic Island Park
7404 Picnic Island Boulevard
Tampa, FL 33616

Image courtesy of basketman / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

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Coffee and muffins Mom’s Morning Escape
Time: 9-11 a.m.
Date: Monthly (This month’s date: Tuesday, March 19, 2013; Dates vary each month)
Location: Whole Foods Market Tampa
Cost: FREE (Check in at Customer Service to pick up your Mom’s Morning Escape Voucher)
Info: (813) 874-9435; Whole Foods Market Tampa Events

What’s Doing?
As moms, we sometimes forget to take time out for ourselves, so Whole Foods Tampa is making a little time each month to give us some well-deserved pampering. Your Mom’s Morning Escape Voucher will include:
— FREE mini-massage
— Coffee or tea and a muffin from the Coffee Bar

Even Better! Head over to the Whole Body Department for a relaxing 5-minute chair massage by Therapeutic Massage, too! (first-come, first-served)

To participate, check in at the Customer Service desk to pick up your voucher before heading over to the Coffee Bar for breakfast.

Address:
Whole Foods Market Tampa
1548 North Dale Mabry
Tampa, FL 33607

Image courtesy of Stuart Miles / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

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EGG-stravaganza
Time: 12-3 p.m.
Date: Saturday, March 23, 2013
Location: Whole Foods Market Carrollwood (in the Café)
Cost: The Egg Cook-off and Chicken Dance Competition are FREE; The Kid’s Club Class is $5/child donation to their Whole World Foundation(Registration is required and space is limited)
Info: Register online or by calling Customer Service at (813) 264-3600; Whole Foods Carrollwood Events; This information was on an event flyer picked up in the store

What’s Doing?
Three events make up this EGG-stravaganza:
— Egg Cook-off (12-2 p.m.): Sample egg dishes throughout the store, then vote for your favorite. One lucky voter will win a Whole Foods Market gift card.
— Chicken Dance Competition (2 p.m.): Team members will compete for bragging rights. Dance along and vote for your favorite performance.
— Kid’s Club Eggs-treme Cooking & Crafts Class (2:30 p.m. outside on the patio): Bring your little chef to make tasty Easter treats. This class is $5/child and is recommended for kids age 3-12. Register online; space is limited. (NOTE: A parent must remain on-site during the class.)

Address:
Whole Foods Market Carrollwood
3802 Northdale Boulevard
Tampa, FL 33624

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Deviled EGG-off!
Time: 1-3 p.m.
Date: Saturday, March 23, 2013
Location: Whole Foods Market Tampa
Cost: FREE
Info: (813) 874-9435; Whole Foods Market Tampa Events

What’s Doing?
Five brave Whole Foods team members will go egg-to-egg with their favorite deviled egg recipes. Guest votes will decide the winner. One lucky guest voter will win a year’s supply of eggs!

Even Better! Kids will get to dye some eggs … naturally!

Address:
Whole Foods Market Tampa
1548 North Dale Mabry Highway
Tampa, FL 33607

Image courtesy of digitalart / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

Balloon Twisting and Face Painting with Miss Marie at Buffalo Wild Wings Family Nights

Filed under Ongoing Events by whatsdo2 on March 4, 2013 at 9:11 am {no comments}

Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Date: Every Wednesday
Location: Buffalo Wild Wings in Clearwater, FL
Cost: Activities are FREE, you pay only for your food; $1.99 Kid’s Meals
Info: (727) 723-9100; Face Painting with Miss Marie Facebook Page

What’s Doing?
Head over to Buffalo Wild Wings with the kids on a Wednesday evening for Family Night. There will be face painting and balloon twisting with Miss Marie, as well as $1.99 Kid’s Meals.

Address:
Buffalo Wild Wings
21688 US Highway 19 North
Clearwater, FL 33765

Fit Kids Playground Kicks Off a New Season of FREE Healthy Family Fun!

Filed under April 2013 Events, March 2013 Events, May 2013 Events, Ongoing Events by whatsdo2 on March 4, 2013 at 8:02 am {one comment}

Fit Kids Playground Flyer Time: 2-6 p.m.
Date: First Tuesday of every month, from March through August
Location: Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
Cost: FREE; Pay for parking in the nearby Poe Parking Garage or at nearby parking lots
Info: Contact Marissa at marisalangford@msn.com; Playin’ in the Park Web Page

What’s Doing?
Playin’ in the Park with Fit Kids Playground offers families FREE healthy outdoor fun, so head out to the park and … PLAY! The 2013 season begins on Tuesday, March 5 and ends on August 7.

Did You Know?
Childhood obesity effects as many as one in every five children in the United States. Two of the most common causes are lack of exercise and unhealthy eating patterns. The mission of the Playin’ in the Park program is to make children age 1-13 more aware of all the different activities they can enjoy so that they are encouraged to become more physically active. The program also offers children an opportunity to sample healthy snacks in an effort to encourage healthier food choices.

“Playin’ In The Park” will be held on the first Tuesday of every month — March through August — in Downtown Tampa’s Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. Each month will feature new activities and guests, and Hula Hoops, jump ropes, bubbles and balls will be available for all kids to play with and enjoy.

Here are some highlights of the 2013 Playin’ in the Park event season:
— Fit Kids Community Sponsor: Each month, families can visit the Humana tent to receive a jump rope, frisbee and water to keep you hydrated while playing.
— Fit Kids Fun Bags: Pick up one of the 300 Fit Kids Fun Bags at the Fit Kids Playground tent. The bags are filled with coupons for healthy foods, a sample of Pirate Booty, a Tampa Bay Parenting magazine, a Chop Chop magazine and more. You can also register for the Fit. Fun. Family contest and take the “Healthy Tampa Bay” pledge while you’re there.
— Fit Kids Sport Zone: Throughout the season, community partners will provide sample classes for kids to try out. Some examples of the types of classes you might find there are Zumba, Fit Kids Boot Camp, Kids Yoga, Karate, Cheerleading, Step, Hip Hop, Gymnastics, Hula Hooping, etc.
— Launch into Tennis with the USTA: Playin’ in the Park is the official event of the USTA during their launch into Tennis month. There will be nets and more so kids can try out their tennis skills, and all children age 10 and younger can sign up for a FREE USTA membership.
— Fit Kids Cool Down Zone: After playing hard, the kids can cool down in the fountains in the “Cool Down Zone” sponsored by Magic 94.9.
— Tampa Bay Lightning: On March 5, the Tampa Bay Lightning will be at the park getting active with the kids.
— Rays Baseball: The Rays Street Teem will hit the park during the May, June, July and August events.
— Glazer Children’s Museum: Need to cool off? Head inside Glazer Children’s Museum. In March, April and May, Museum admission is FREE from 2-7 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month. Admission will be $2 per person from 2-7 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month in June, July and August.

Address:
Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
600 North Ashley Drive
Tampa, FL 33651

Image courtesy of pat138241 / FreeDigitalPhotos.net
Image courtesy of Fit Kids Playground

Thanks to Marissa L. of Fit Kids Playground for contacting us about this event!

Parents As Teachers March/April 2013 Events: Springtime Art and a Teddy Bear Picnic

Filed under April 2013 Events, March 2013 Events by whatsdo2 on March 1, 2013 at 4:26 pm {no comments}

Child Fingerpainting Springtime Art
Time: 10-11:30 a.m.
Date: Friday, March 8, 2013
Location: Kate Jackson Park
Cost: FREE
Info: (813) 389-2345; View the Baby Bungalow March/April 2013 Newsletter

What’s Doing?
Your and your little one are invited to join Parents-As-Teachers to explore textures, painting and colors while enjoying being outdoor in the sun.

Address:
Kate Jackson Park
821 South Rome Avenue
Tampa, FL 33606

Image courtesy of David Castillo Dominici / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

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Teddy Bear Picnic
Time: 10-11:30 a.m.
Date: Friday, April 5, 2013
Location: Davis Park
Cost: FREE
Info: RSVP to Theresa Carrasquillo at (813) 435-0420 by April 1, 2013; View the Baby Bungalow March/April 2013 Newsletter

What’s Doing?
Bring your child, their stuffed bear and a small quilt for this morning event for little ones. There will be a bear hunt, games, crafts and snacks.

Address:
Davis Park
612 South Parsons Avenue
Brandon, FL 33510

Image courtesy of Stuart Miles / FreeDigitalPhotos.net
Image courtesy of Rawich / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

Weecycle 5th Semi-Annual Children’s Consignment Sale

Filed under Deals, March 2013 Events by whatsdo2 on March 1, 2013 at 10:16 am {no comments}

Weecycle Semi-Annual Consignment Sale Time: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. (Fri.) & 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. (Sat.)
Date: March 15, 2013 & March 16, 2013
Location: Countryside Recreation Center
Cost: FREE and open to the public
Info: (727) 804-4448; Weecycle Website

What’s Doing?
Families can grab some great bargains on clothing, toys, books, movies, baby accessories, and pretty much anything kid related; There is a playground right outside the door for the kids to enjoy before or after shopping. You’ll find even great bargains between 12-2:30 p.m. on Saturday when items will be reduced to half price.

Address:
Countryside Recreation Center
2640 Sabal Springs Drive
Clearwater, FL 33761

Image courtesy of Weecycle LLC

Thanks to Susan K. for sending us this information!

The Container Store Grand Opening Weekend March 16-17, 2013

Filed under March 2013 Events by whatsdo2 on March 1, 2013 at 10:00 am {no comments}

The Container Store Tampa Grand Opening Flyer Time: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. (Sat.) & 11 a.m.-6 p.m. (Sun.)
Date: Saturday, March 16, 2013-Sunday, March 17, 2013
Location: The Container Store (across from International Plaza)
Cost: FREE to attend; Items available for purchase (The Container Store will donate 10% of Grand Opening Weekend sales to The Junior League of Tampa.)
Info: The Container Store Tampa Grand Opening Details

What’s Doing?
Prizes (including $1,000 Elfa® Space Makeovers) will be given away every hour on the hour — both days! — as The Container Store, featuring an amazing collection of storage and organization products, opens it door in Tampa. Get ready to get organized!

Address:
The Container Store
4720 West Spruce Street
Tampa, FL 33607

Images courtesy of The Container Store® Inc.

Tour the Gamble Mansion for FREE During the 53rd Annual Gamble Plantation Historic State Park Spring Open House

Filed under Day Trips, March 2013 Events by whatsdo2 on February 28, 2013 at 9:48 am {no comments}

Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Date: Sunday, March 3, 2013
Location: Gamble Plantation Historic State Park
Cost: FREE admission and parking
Info: (941) 723-4536; Florida State Parks-Gamble Plantation Historic State Park Website
Distance: Gamble Plantation Historic State Park is approximately 1 hour south of Downtown Tampa

What’s Doing?
Take a trip back to the lives of the early Florida pioneers during this even hosted jointly by The United Daughters of the Confederacy, Judah P. Benjamin Chapter, and the Florida Park Service. Travel back to the Old South through the many lifestyle demonstrations of that time period, see costumes reminiscent of the era of the 1840s-1870s, and enjoy FREE tours of the Gamble Mansion and Patten House. Additionally, the 4th Florida Volunteer Infantry will be dressed in military uniforms re-enacting a Confederate encampment. The event will also include:
— Music
— Crafts
… and more.

Address:
Gamble Plantation Historic State Park
3708 Patten Avenue
Ellenton, FL 34222

Image courtesy of the Florida Division of Recreation and Parks (Re-enactors getting ready to fire cannon at open house.)
Image courtesy of the Florida Division of Recreation and Parks (The Gamble Plantation mansion)

Hernando County Reading Festival 2013

Filed under Day Trips, March 2013 Events by whatsdo2 on February 28, 2013 at 9:16 am {no comments}

Hernando County Festival of Reading 2013 Flyer Time: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Date: Saturday, March 2, 2013
Location: Nature Coast Technical High School
Cost: FREE; Food available for purchase
Info: (352) 797-7018; Hernando County School Board Website
Distance: Nature Coast Technical High School is approximately 1 hour north of Downtown Tampa

What’s Doing?
Bring the kids to meet local children’s authors Madeline Joan Wilks (Yellow Dot. Red Dot.), Nancy Strewart (Bella Saves the Beach) and Shirley Temple Mitten (Braile’s Tales), and spend some quality family time together enjoying the kid-friendly activities:
— Jiggleman (10:30-11 a.m.)
— Read Across America Parade & Dr. Seuss’ Birthday Party (11:15 a.m. & 2:15 p.m.)
— John Storms “World of Reptiles” (12-12:30 p.m.)
— Black Light Theater – Puppetry Pride (1:30-2 p.m.)
— Tony the Balloon Guy
— Games
— Door prizes
— Fire safety
— Friends of the Library children’s book sale

Even Better! The first 300 children will receive a FREE goody bag.

Address:
Nature Coast Technical High School
4057 California Street
Brooksville, FL 34604

Box of Books Image: FreeDigitalPhotos.net
Image courtesy of the Hernando County School District

Lennar’s Tropical Garden Party

Filed under March 2013 Events by whatsdo2 on February 28, 2013 at 8:19 am {no comments}

Lannar's Tropical Garden Party Mailer Time: 12-3 p.m.
Date: Saturday, March 2, 2013
Location: Grand Hampton Estates and Briarwood Village at Live Oak Preserve
Cost: FREE
Info: (877) 204-0804; This information came in yesterday’s mail

What’s Doing?
Lennar Homes is celebrating their model grand openings with a Garden Party at two New Tampa locations — Grand Hampton Estates and Briarwood Village at Live Oak Preserve. Bring the family and enjoy an afternoon of food, fun and giveaways:
— Giveaways (while supplies last)
— Food: crab bites, bourbon chicken bites, Caesar salad, fruit platters, smoothies, key lime pie and more (while supplies last)
— Tropical music
— Limo service to and from both communities
— Mingling

Address:
Grand Hampton Town Estates
20501 Grand Vista Lane
Tampa, FL 33647

Briarwood Village
at Live Oak Preserve
20115 Satin Leaf Avenue
Tampa, FL 33647

Image courtesy of foto76 / FreeDigitalPhotos.net
Image courtesy of Lennar Corporation

FREE (And Really Cheap) Family Movies Happening in March 2013 + AMC Sensory-Friendly Film

Filed under Charity/Fundraisers, Family Movies, March 2013 Events by whatsdo2 on February 27, 2013 at 1:28 pm {no comments}

We love to give our kids fun experiences that don’t require us to check our bank account first, and we suspect that’s true for you, too. To help you out, we compile this list of FREE and really cheap movies you and your family can enjoy each month in Tampa Bay. We’ll be adding to and updating this list throughout the month, so bookmark it and check back to see what’s new.

Plus! Find out what AMC Theater’s sensory-friendly film will be showing this month.

Gather up the kids and head on out! Here’s what’s you can look forward to in March:

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An American Tail Movie Poster Dunedin Movies in the Park
Time: Movie will be shown at dusk
Date: Friday, March 1, 2013
Location: Pioneer Park
Cost: FREE
Info: (727)736-1176; City of Dunedin FL Website

What’s Doing?
Head out to Pioneer Park with the family for this al fresco showing of the 1986 movie An American Tail (G).

Address:
Pioneer Park
420 Main Street
Dunedin, FL 34698

Image courtesy of IMDB.com

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Sunsets at Pier 60 Sunset Theatre
Time: Movies begin at dusk (Approx. 6 p.m.)
Date: Every Friday and Saturday night, weather permitting
Location: Pier 60
Cost: FREE; Popcorn and soft drinks are available for sale
Info: (727) 449-1036; Sunsets at Pier 60 Calendar

What’s Doing?
Sunsets at Pier 60 is a daily FREE family festival that includes artisans and crafters, street performers, musical entertainment and, of course, a beautiful sunset every night! Every Friday and Saturday night, you can also enjoy a FREE film screening. Bring a blanket or low chair, and watch a movie on the jumbo screen.

— Friday, March 1: The Iron Giant/PG
— Saturday, March 2: Pride and Prejudice/PG
— Friday, March 8: Charlotte’s Web/G
— Saturday, March 9: Because I Said So/PG-13
— Friday, March 15: Cat in the Hat/G
— Saturday, March 16: Anchorman/PG-13
— Friday, March 22: How to Eat Fried Worms/PG
— Saturday, March 23: The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King/PG-13
— Friday, March 29: Hoot/PG
— Saturday, March 30: Skyfall (Edited)/PG-13

Address:
Sunsets at Pier 60
10 Pier 60 Drive
Clearwater, FL 33767

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Big Miracle Movie Poster Movies in the Park
Time: The Movies will start at Sun down
Date: Friday, March 8, 2013 (This event takes place the 2nd Friday of each month from January through March and then again from October through December.)
Location: West Park Village (Montague St. Park)
Cost: FREE
Info: Westchase Community Association 2013 Movie Nights Schedule

What’s Doing?
Westchase’s FREE family movies in the park continues. Bring chairs and blankets and settle in for a great movie night. Showing this month: Big Miracle (PG)

Even Better! There will be FREE popcorn for everyone.

Address:
West Park Village (Montague St. Park)
10116 Montague Street
Tampa, FL 33626

Image courtesy of IMDB.com

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Movies on the Lawn
Time: 6-9 p.m. (The film begins at sundown)
Date: Every Thursday evening in March
Location: The Shops at Wiregrass
Cost: Movie is FREE; Purchase Food & Fun Tickets for a nominal fee and can be used for concessions, access to bounce houses, contests, raffles and other carnival-style activities (Proceeds from this event benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society); Purchase The Shops at Wiregrass commemorative blankets for $10 at the LLS booth (100% of proceeds benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS)
Info: (813) 994-2242; The Shops at Wiregrass Website; The Shops at Wiregrass Facebook Page

What’s Doing?
Coming this March, The Shops at Wiregrass will transform its Center Court lawn into an outdoor movie venue for their first-ever Movies on the Lawn series. Bring the whole family for live family-friendly entertainment and games, followed by a movie at sundown. Here’s what will be showing every Thursday evening in March:
— Thursday, March 7: KungFu Panda (PG)
— Thursday, March 14: Madagascar 2 (PG) ** Madagascar character meet-and-greet from 6-7 p.m.
— Thursday, March 21: Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted (PG) ** Madagascar character meet-and-greet from 6-7 p.m.
— Thursday, March 28: Shrek (PG)

Family Entertainment Includes:
— Mr. Tommy (6-7 p.m.)
— Games and activities (6-9 p.m.)

Food & Fun Tickets
Families are welcome to purchase Food & Fun Tickets at the LLS Information Booth (located near Macy’s Courtyard) beginning at 6 p.m. These Food & Fun Tickets can be used all night for concessions, access to bounce houses, contests, raffles, and other fun carnival-style activities. The tickets will be sold for a nominal fee with a portion of the proceeds going to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). It’s important, however, that you must use your Food & Fun Tickets the night you purchase them, as tickets are valid for that night only.

Address:
The Shops at Wiregrass
28211 Paseo Drive
Wesley Chapel, FL 33543

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The Sandlot Movie Poster Spring & Fall Free For All
Time: Movies start around 6:30 p.m. or as soon as it’s dark
Date: Saturday, March 23, 2013 (NOTE: Movies nights have been changed to Saturdays)
Location: Sims Park
Cost: The movie is FREE; $5 bracelet offers unlimited bouncing at Wilbur’s Fun Zone; Snacks and drinks available for purchase
Info: (727) 967-6726; New Port Richey Cultural Affairs Website

What’s Doing?
The City of New Port Richey’s Cultural Affairs Committee hosts the Spring & Fall Free For All featuring a FREE family movie in the park. Bring your own chairs or a blanket, food and non-alcoholic beverages, and spend some quality time with family and friends.
Showing in March: The Sandlot (PG)

Before the movie begins, let the kids play at the playground or bounce in the bounce houses while you relax. Wilbur’s Fun Zone will will have bounce houses, cotton candy, popcorn and drinks.

In case of rain, the movie will be shown inside Queen of Peace Hall, located directly behind the Sims Park Bandshell.

Address:
Sims Park
6341 Bank Street
New Port Richey, FL 34652

Image courtesy of IMDB.com

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Firefighters’ Movies In The Park
Time: Dusk
Date: NO MARCH MOVIE (The next movie will take place on Saturday, April 20, 2013)
Location: England Brothers Park
Cost: FREE to see the movie; Food and drinks available for purchase
Info: (727) 687-4494; Website

What’s Doing?
Pinellas Park Firefighters’ hosts this FREE outdoor family movie event, which raises money for their Benevolent Fund by selling hot dogs and hamburgers, as well as candy, popcorn, nachos and drinks. The Benevolent Fund helps victims and families in the community throughout the holidays.

This family movie event will resume in April 2013.

Address:
England Brothers Bandshell Park
5010 81st Avenue North
Pinellas Park, FL 33781

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Rise of the Guardians Movie Poster *** NOTE: This will be the last movie night until September 2013. ***

Chick-fil-A Movie Night Series
Time: 7:30-9 p.m.
Date: Saturday, March 30, 2013 (NOTE: This event is weather permitting and subject to change.)
Location: Chick-fil-A at North Dale Mabry (parking lot)
Cost: Admission is FREE, you pay only for your food (All children must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.)
Info: Call (813) 908-0787 for information concerning delays or changes; Chick-fil-A at North Dale Mabry Facebook Page

What’s Doing?
Bring blankets and chairs and head over to Chick-fil-A at North Dale Mabry for a FREE showing of the family movie Rise of the Guardians (PG) on the big screen in the parking lot.

Even Better! Popcorn and ice cream will be served throughout the movie.

Address:
Chick-fil-A at North Dale Mabry
15801 North Dale Mabry Highway
Carrollwood, FL 33618

Image courtesy of IMDB.com

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~~~ REALLY CHEAP MOVIES ~~~

Ruskin Family Drive-In
Time: Box Office will open at 7 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) and 7:30 p.m. (Sun.-Thurs.)
Date: Nightly
Location: Ruskin Family Drive-In
Cost: $6/person, $1/child (age 5-8), FREE for children 4 years old and younger (CASH ONLY; admission includes BOTH movies); Food and drinks available for purchase at the concession stand
Info: Ruskin Family Drive-In Website

What’s Doing?
Bring the kids out to experience a bit of yesteryear at Hillsborough County’s only digital drive-in theatre. Visit the Ruskin Family Drive-In Theatre website to find out movies are being shown this month.

Address:
Ruskin Family Drive-In
5011 US Highway 41 North
Ruskin, FL 33572

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Joy-Lan Drive-In & Swap Shop
Time: Box Office will open at 7 p.m. (Closed Mon. & Tues.)
Date: Wednesday through Sunday nights
Location: Joy-Lan Drive-In & Swap Shop
Cost: $4/adult, $1/child (age 4-9); Food and drinks available for purchase at the snack bar
Info: (352) 567-5085; Joy-Lan Drive-In Website

What’s Doing?
Enjoy a family evening at the drive-in! Contact the theater for movies coming in January.

Address:
Joy-Lan Drive-In & Swap Shop
On US Highway 301 near Jordan Road
North of Dade City, FL 33523

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~~~ SENSORY-FRIENDLY MOVIE ~~~

Oz the Great and Powerful Movie Poster AMC Sensory-Friendly Films
Time: 10 a.m.
Date: Saturday, March 16, 2013
Location: Participating AMC Theaters
Cost: Regular ticket prices apply
Info: AMC Theaters Sensory-Friendly Films Website

What’s Doing?
AMC Theaters, in partnership with The Autism Society, offer AMC Sensory-Friendly Films to families affected by autism. Come watch in a safe and accepting environment. The auditoriums dedicated to the program have their lights up, the sound turned down, and audience members are invited to get up and dance, walk, shout or sing.

This month, catch a showing of the new movie Oz the Great and Powerful (PG).

(NOTE: Dates and films are subject to change.)

Address:
AMC The Regency 20
2496 West Brandon Boulevard
Brandon, FL 33511
(813) 685-3396

AMC Veterans Expressway 24
9302 Anderson Road
Tampa, FL 33634
(813) 243-4881

AMC Woodlands Square 20
3128 Tampa Road
Oldsmar, FL 34677
(727) 771-6643

AMC Tri-City 8
5140 East Bay Drive
Clearwater, FL 33764
(727) 531-5796

Image courtesy of IMDB.com

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RELATED LINKS:
1. Check the WDTB calendar to find more family-friendly events happening around the Tampa Bay area in January.

Image: FreeDigitalPhotos.net