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Fall Festival 2011 @ Broward Elementary

Filed under Oct. 2010 Events by whatsdo2 on October 23, 2011 at 3:05 am {no comments}

Time: 6-8 p.m.
Date: Friday, October 28, 2011
Location: Broward Elementary
Cost: Everything is FREE, except for concessions; Hot dog meals, cotton candy and popcorn available for purchase (Concessions benefit Broward PTA)
Info: (813) 276-5592; Website

What’s Doing?
Sponsored jointly by Broward PTA and Common Ground Church, this fun family event features lots of activities, including:
— Hayrides
— Costume contest
— Carnival games
— Bounce houses
— Face painting
— Pumpkin carving
— Crafts
— Balloons
— Live music throughout the evening
— Family portraits
— FREE raffle and giveaways to local establishments
— and more!

Address:
Broward Elementary
400 West Osborne Avenue
Tampa, FL 33603

Learning Express at Westchase Hula-Hoop Challenge

Filed under Contests by whatsdo2 on October 20, 2011 at 12:39 pm {no comments}

Time: 3-4 p.m.
Date: Saturday, October 22, 2011
Location: Learning Express at Westchase
Cost: FREE
Info: (813) 818-TOYS (8697); Website

What’s Doing?
Join Learning Express at Westchase for a fun Hula-Hoop Challenge and the chance to win your very own hula hoop!

Address:
Learning Express at Westchase
12950 Race Track Road
Tampa, Florida 33626

LAMECON 2011

Filed under Oct. 2010 Events by whatsdo2 on July 2, 2011 at 11:00 pm {no comments}

An example of a cosplay costume.

Time: 7-10 a.m. (Saturday); 9 a.m.-7 p.m. (Sunday)
Date: Saturday, July 16, 2011-Sunday, July 17, 2011
Location: Land O’Lakes Library
Cost: Admission is free
Info: (813) 929-1214; Website

What’s Doing?
Do your kids love all things anime and manga? Then get ready for LAMECON at the Library! The two-day event includes a cosplay (anime) dance and costume contest on Saturday night, and morning to evening con activities on Sunday, including:
- Panel discussions
- Artist alley
- Cosplay and trivia contests
- Collectible and snack vendors
- Movie and video gaming rooms
- Door prizes and prizes for all contests

Address:
Land O’Lakes Library
2818 Collier Parkway
Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639

National Marina Day

Filed under Oct. 2010 Events by whatsdo2 on May 24, 2011 at 1:24 pm {no comments}

Clearwater Harbor Marina

Time: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Date: Saturday, June 11, 2011
Location: Clearwater Harbor Marina
Cost: FREE, but donations for food are appreciated
Info: (727) 462-6954; Website

What’s Doing?
June 11 is National Marina Day, and Marinas across the nation are celebrating. Clearwater Harbor Marina invites you to tour their new facility at this open house. The event will include a display of boats from the Clearwater Fire Department, Clearwater Police Department, U.S. Coast Guard and the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office to delight kids of all ages.

Additional event highlights include:
- A fishing contest
- View boats from local vendors
- Vessel safety inspections by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary
- Children’s activities and face painting
- Informational booths offering general boating information
- Free hot dogs and refreshments (while they last)

Address:
Clearwater Harbor Marina
210 Drew Street
Clearwater FL 33755

Muvico FREE Summer Film Fest

Filed under Family Movies by whatsdo2 on May 24, 2011 at 1:18 pm {no comments}

Time: 10 a.m.
Date: Every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: June 14, 2011-August 4, 2011
Location: All Muvico Theaters
Cost: FREE movie; Kid’s Tray: $3.50
Info: Website

What’s Doing?
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from June 14 through August 4, enjoy FREE family movies at all Muvico Theater locations. Here’s this summer’s FREE film line-up:

June 14,15,16 — Shrek Forever After
June 21,22,23 — Madagascar 2
June 28,29,30 — Hotel for Dogs

July 5,6,7 — Megamind
July 12,13,14 — How to Train Your Dragon
July 19,20,21 — Kung Fu Panda
July 26, 27, 28 — Last Airbender

August 2,3,4 — Monsters vs. Aliens

To sweeten the deal, Muvico is offering Kid’s Trays for only $3.50 during these movies. The combos feature a kid-sized popcorn, treat, and drink for only $3.50. A portion of every purchase will benefit the Will Rogers Institute, supporting research in asthma, tuberculosis and pulmonary diseases.

Address:
Find a Muvico Theaters location near you.

Kids Fishing Derby

Filed under Oct. 2010 Events by whatsdo2 on May 20, 2011 at 1:00 am {no comments}

Time: 8-10 a.m.
Date: Saturday, June 4, 2011
Location: R.E. Olds Park
Cost: FREE
Info: Contact Kyle Riefler at (813) 749-1273; Website

What’s Doing?
Parents are invited to bring your children ages 5-16 out for a fun morning of fishing! This event is open to the public, and prizes will be awarded for the biggest catch.

Note: Children should bring their own pole and bait to this event. Parents/guardians must sign a minor registration form prior to their child’s participation. Organizers recommend that an adult be available to help children bait, cast, and remove fish.

Address:
R.E. Olds Park
107 Shore Drive W.
Oldsmar FL 34677