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May 27 is Sunshine Sunday!

Time: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Date: Sunday, May 27, 2011
Location: Glazer Children’s Museum
Cost: FREE/members, $5/person for non-members (Register online in advance, or purchase admission the day of the event; the event is limited to 250 guests); Pay for parking in adjacent Poe Garage (regular parking is $1.20/hr.)
Info: (813) 443-3810; Website

What’s Doing?
Enjoy all the exciting features of this interactive children’s museum with the lights dimmed. Plus, there will be special programming and resources for children and families with special needs.

Address:
Glazer Children’s Museum
110 West Gasparilla Plaza
Tampa, FL 33602

March 25 is Sunshine Sunday!

Filed under Special Needs Family Events by whatsdo2 on March 22, 2012 at 4:52 am {no comments}

Sunshine Sunday November 2011 Time: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Date: Sunday, March 25, 2011
Location: Glazer Children’s Museum
Cost: FREE/members, $5/person for non-members (Registration is required, and the event is limited to 250 guests); Pay for parking in adjacent Poe Garage (regular parking is $1.20/hr.)
Info: Lael Arango (813) 443-3810; Website

Address:
Glazer Children’s Museum
110 West Gasparilla Plaza
Tampa, FL 33602

Enjoy Story Time with Kelly’s Tales

Filed under Crafts for Kids by whatsdo2 on February 3, 2012 at 1:57 am {no comments}

Time: 10:30-11 a.m.
Date: Saturday, February 11, 2012
Location: Book Swap of New Tampa
Cost: FREE
Info:

What’s Doing?
Join Kelly’s Tales for a fun morning with storytelling and story-related crafts. Guests can enjoy refreshments during the event, as well. At this story time children will listen to the story No Kisses, Please by Hans Wilhelm and enjoy a Valentine-themed activity and refreshments. (This event is for children age 4-9)

Address:
Book Swap of New Tampa
1946 Bruce B. Downs Boulevard
Wesley Chapel, FL 33618

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Time: 10:30-11 a.m.
Date: Saturday, February 11, 2012
Location: Book Swap of Carrollwood
Cost: FREE
Info:

What’s Doing?
Join Kelly’s Tales for a fun morning with storytelling, crafts and refreshments! (This event is for children age 4-9)

Address:
Book Swap of Carrollwood
13144 North Dale Mabry Highway
Tampa, FL 33618

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Time: 11-11:30 a.m.
Date: Saturday, February 11, 2012
Location: New Tampa YMCA
Cost: FREE
Info:

What’s Doing?
Join Kelly’s Tales for a fun morning with storytelling, crafts and refreshments! (This event is for children age 4-9)

Address:
New Tampa YMCA
16221 Compton Drive
Tampa, Florida 33647

Logo courtesy of Kelly’s Tales.

Special Family Events at Chick-fil-A, Largo in February

Filed under Oct. 2010 Events by whatsdo2 on February 1, 2012 at 2:18 am {no comments}

Family Game Night
Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Location: Chick-fil-A Largo
Cost: FREE to attend; Purchase food
Info: Facebook Page

What’s Doing?
Enjoy family game night at Chick-fil-A this week!

Address:
Chick-fil-A Largo
10075 Ulmerton Road
Largo, FL 33771

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Make Your Own Sundaes on Thursdays
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Date: Thursdays
Location: Chick-fil-A Largo
Cost: FREE Icedream with the purchase of any meal
Info: (727) 586-2556; Facebook Page

What’s Doing?
Bring the kids out for a family dinner together. Then enjoy a FREE Icedream sundae for dessert — you get to add your own toppings!

Address:
Chick-fil-A Largo
10075 Ulmerton Road
Largo, FL 33771

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February Birthday
Time: All day
Date: Friday, February 10, 2012
Location: Chick-fil-A Largo
Cost: FREE small shake with proof of birth date
Info: Facebook Page

What’s Doing?
Show your ID with a February Birthday, and receive a FREE small shake to help celebrate your special month!

Address:
Chick-fil-A Largo
10075 Ulmerton Road
Largo, FL 33771

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Please Be Aware …
Tampa Bay area Chick-fil-A’s have discontinued the FREE Kids Meals promotion and will instead focus on continuing to offer their signature fun Family Night entertainment. Read More …

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Play! Largo
Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Location: Chick-fil-A Largo
Cost: FREE activities; Purchase food
Info: Facebook Page

What’s Doing?
Enjoy some fun and games with Play! Largo Recreation Parks & Arts. Plus, you can learn more about the Largo Play and Perks program.

Address:
Chick-fil-A Largo
10075 Ulmerton Road
Largo, FL 33771

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The Armed Forces Military Museum Night
Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Location: Chick-fil-A Largo
Cost: FREE activities; Purchase food
Info: Facebook Page

What’s Doing?
The Armed Forces Military Museum and Chick-fil-A, Largo are joining forces to bring you a fun Family Night!

Address:
Chick-fil-A Largo
10075 Ulmerton Road
Largo, FL 33771

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Mad Scientist Night
Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Location: Chick-fil-A Largo
Cost: FREE activities; Purchase food
Info: Facebook Page

What’s Doing?
Come see what’s being cooked up for Family Night tonight!

Address:
Chick-fil-A Largo
10075 Ulmerton Road
Largo, FL 33771

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And the list goes on! There are even more great events than we’ve listed here. Check out their complete February calendar!

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Valentine’s Chocolate Bar Making Party

Filed under Freebies by whatsdo2 on January 31, 2012 at 4:54 am {no comments}

Time: 12-8 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Location: City Street Sweets
Cost: FREE to attend and FREE scoop of ice cream for everyone; $10.95/chocolate bar
Info: (813) 251-6764; Website

What’s Doing?
Each month City Street Sweets offers a new opportunity to visit their shop and make a custom chocolate bar. What a great way to say “I Love You” or “You’re Super Sweet” to someone special on Valentine’s Day!

Young children will need assistance from a parent or caregiver, but all ages can have fun building their own custom creation. Choose milk, dark or white chocolate for your bar, and then select items to add in. Children can fill the mold with the items they choose, and then tap the mold to spread distribute the chocolate. There will even be special toppings to choose from for Valentine’s Day.

Even Better! City Street Sweets is giving everyone a FREE scoop of ice cream. YUM!

Address:
City Street Sweets
Hyde Park Village
1605 Snow Avenue
Tampa, FL 33606

Looking for Valentine’s Day events kids can enjoy, too? Look no further. We’ve got a page full of them!

Visit Elmo at Learning Express at Westchase

Filed under Oct. 2010 Events by whatsdo2 on January 30, 2012 at 2:35 am {no comments}

Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Date: Saturday, February 4, 2012
Location: Learning Express at Westchase
Cost: FREE
Info: (813) 818-TOYS (8697); E-mail Flyer

What’s Doing?
All little Elmo fans are invited to Learning Express at Westchase for a special character appearance! Moms and Dads — don’t forget the camera!

Even Better! While the kids are there, they can also color a picture of Elmo.

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

“Flying Monsters” are Coming to MOSI!

Filed under Oct. 2010 Events by whatsdo2 on January 30, 2012 at 1:31 am {no comments}

In Flying Monsters, David Attenborough, the world’s leading naturalist, works with scientists to understand the incredible story of the evolution of the pterosaurs. The story of these incredible creatures takes viewers around the globe — New Mexico, the Jurassic Coast of Lyme Regis in Britain, an ancient pterosaur landing site in Southern France, and a fossil pit in Germany.

Flying Monsters opens at MOSI on February 17, 2012. MOSI members are invited to an exclusive preview of the film February 16:

Exclusive Members-only Flying Monsters Preview Event
Time: 6:15 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Date: Thursday, February 16, 2012
Location: MOSI
Cost: FREE admission for Premium/Plus IMAX members; $2/person for Basic/Plus Rides Members (NOTE: You must RSVP by Monday, February 13 to (813) 987-6000)
Info: (813) 987-6000; Website

What’s Doing?
Seating is limited for this special showing of Flying Monsters, so be sure to RSVP by Monday, February 13! The event will include promotional Flying Monsters giveaways and drawings.

Even Better! Come early for dinner in MOSI’s Café and get a Dino Nuggets Kids’ Meal or a MOSI-saurus Burger for just $5 each. Both selections include french fries and a drink.

Address:
MOSI
4801 East Fowler Avenue
Tampa, FL 33617

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Prehistoric Premiere Party
Time: 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Date: Saturday, February 18, 2012
Location: MOSI
Cost: Included with Museum Membership; For non-members, regular admission prices apply
Info: E-mail Flyer

What’s Doing?
MOSI is celebrating the premiere of Flying Monsters with David Attenborough with a special day-long event. Guests will be able to:
— Make flying monster and fossil crafts
— Take home FREE posters and activity sheets
— Win prizes

Address:
MOSI
4801 East Fowler Avenue
Tampa, FL 33617

Character Story Time with “Little Critter”

Filed under Oct. 2010 Events by whatsdo2 on January 27, 2012 at 2:15 am {no comments}

Time: 11 a.m.
Date: Saturday February 4, 2012
Location: Barnes & Noble (Dale Mabry)
Cost: FREE
Info: (813) 871-2228; Website

What’s Doing?
Barnes & Noble is hosting a special character event story time featuring Little Critter. Children will listen to the story Happy Valentine’s Day, Little Critter! by Mercer Meyer before meeting Little Critter in person. Be sure to bring your camera for this special photo opportunity.

Address:
Barnes & Noble (Dale Mabry)
213 North Dale Mabry Highway
Tampa, FL 33609

Chick-fil-A at North Dale Mabry: Kid’s Night with Mike the Magician

Filed under Oct. 2010 Events by whatsdo2 on January 25, 2012 at 2:12 am {no comments}

*** MIKE THE MAGICIAN NO LONGER APPEARS ON CHICK-FIL-A NORTH DALE MABRY’S CALENDAR, so if you choose to attend Kid’s Night anyway, we recommend calling ahead to see what the entertainment will (or will not) be in order to avoid disappointment. ***

Time: 5-8 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Location: Chick-fil-A on North Dale Mabry
Cost: Food available for purchase
Info: Website

What’s Doing?
Do you love to be amazed by magical acts? Mike the Magician will “Wow” families with his amazing magic tricks and balloon animals. Bring the whole family to Chick-fil-A at North Dale Mabry for dinner and a show!

Even Better! Chick-fil-A at North Dale Mabry provides families with fun Kid’s Night activities every Tuesday night. Visit their online calendar to find more fun events.

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

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Chick-fil-A, WestShore Plaza Family Ice Dream Party

Filed under Oct. 2010 Events by whatsdo2 on January 23, 2012 at 10:53 am {no comments}

Time: 5-7 p.m.
Date: Friday, January 27, 2012
Location: Chick-fil-A, WestShore Plaza
Cost: One FREE ice dream sundae per kid; FREE activities and crafts; Pay for food
Info: (813) 286-0534; Facebook Page

What’s Doing?
Chick-fil-A, WestShore Plaza is hosting a family night where kids can build their own FREE Ice Dream sundae! There will be activities and crafts for the whole family to enjoy, and of course, the Chick-fil-A Cow will be there!

Address:
Chick-fil-A, WestShore Plaza
WestShore Plaza Mall
241 West Shore Plaza
Tampa, FL 33609