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Thanksgiving Day Skate

Filed under Oct. 2010 Events by whatsdo2 on November 18, 2011 at 11:01 pm {no comments}

Time: 7-9 p.m.
Date: Thursday, November 24, 2011
Location: United Skates of America, Inc. & USA’s Skateplex
Cost: $1 admission; $1 skate rental
Info: Facebook Page; Website

What’s Doing?
If you are still looking for something to do after that big Thanksgiving dinner, why not go skating! United Skates of America will have their doors open to the public from 7-9 p.m. Thanksgiving Day. It will only cost a dollar per person to enter and if you don’t have your own skates, you can rent a pair for one dollar. So skate that turkey off and have fun doing it!

Address:
United Skates of America, Inc.
5121 North Armenia Avenue
Tampa, FL 33603
(813) 876-5826

USA’s Skateplex
5313 East Busch Boulevard
Temple Terrace, FL 33617
(813) 989-2100

FREE Family Cooking Classes

Filed under Freebies by whatsdo2 on November 18, 2011 at 2:23 pm {no comments}

What’s the Freebie?
Parents and kids cooking together can be a rewarding and delicious experience! That’s why the Fit4Allkids program at All Children’s Hospital offers FREE family cooking classes several times a year. These classes are designed for children age 8 and older, and at least one parent/adult must participate along with them. During each 5-week session, families learn about healthy foods and basic culinary skills, while gaining confidence in the kitchen. The goal of these classes is to:
— Learn about foods we eat (and maybe about some foods we don’t eat, but should)
— Learn the skills necessary to create quick, delicious and nutritious meals
— Learn how to make healthy food choices

Sponsored by Kohl’s Department Stores, the classes are FREE to all families, but space is limited and pre-registration is required. If you are interested in participating, winter sessions will start in January (dates to be announced soon). To learn more or to register, please contact (727) 767-6923.

Kitchen Image: winnond / FreeDigitalPhotos.net
Peppers Image: lobster20 / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

Breakfast with Santa at Gulf View Square Mall

Filed under Oct. 2010 Events by whatsdo2 on November 18, 2011 at 4:25 am {no comments}

Time: 9 a.m.-11 a.m.
Date: Saturday, December 3, 2011
Location: Gulf View Square Mall (Food Court)
Cost: FREE for first 100 kids registered by November 30, 2011
Info: (727) 848-3600; Website

What’s Doing?
Children are invited to enjoy Breakfast with Santa at Gulf View Square. Breakfast will be provided by Chick-fil-A and Villa Pizza at no cost to the first 100 kids to register at Guest Services (located near Center Court) by November 30. After breakfast, Santa will read Christmas stories to the children in attendance.

Address:
Gulf View Square Mall
9409 US Highway 19
Port Richey, FL 34668

Holiday Hoopla!

Filed under Oct. 2010 Events by whatsdo2 on November 18, 2011 at 1:07 am {no comments}

Time: 5-7 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Location: Dunedin Public Library (Community Rooms A & B)
Cost: FREE, but registration is required
Info: (727) 298-3080; Website

What’s Doing?
Children and their families are invited to decorate the walls of Dunedin Public Library with an igloo, a gingerbread house and gingerbread people! Guests will be treated to holiday music, cookies and cocoa while working on the mural.

Address:
Dunedin Public Library
223 Douglas Avenue
Dunedin, FL 34698

Cookies and Cocoa Image: Stuart Miles / FreeDigitalPhotos.net
Christmas Bough Image: luigi diamanti / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

America’s Ballet School Holiday Open House

Filed under Oct. 2010 Events by whatsdo2 on November 17, 2011 at 2:54 pm {no comments}

Time: 6 p.m.
Date: Friday, November 18, 2011
Location: America’s Ballet School
Cost: FREE
Info: (813) 558-0800; Website

What’s Doing?
Enjoy the beauty of ballet with your child! Catch a preview of America’s Ballet School’s production of the holiday classic “The Nutcracker,” and experience the magic of the holiday … as well as some holiday treats.

Address:
America’s Ballet School
15365 Amberly Drive
Tampa, FL 33647

A Beatrix Potter Holiday

Filed under Oct. 2010 Events by whatsdo2 on November 17, 2011 at 5:56 am {no comments}

Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Date: Monday, November 28, 2011
Location: Town ‘N Country Regional Public Library (Community Room A)
Cost: FREE
Info: Website

What’s Doing?
Stories by famous late-18th century/early-20th century children’s author Beatrix Potter The Tailor Of Gloucester and The Rabbit’s Christmas Party — come to life on stage with the help of the audience. Her most famous character, Peter Rabbit, may even surprise the children with an appearance! Share these heartwarming stories from your childhood with you own children.

Address:
Town ‘N Country Regional Public Library
7606 Paula Drive
Tampa, FL 33615

27th Annual Festival of Trees “A Family Christmas”

Filed under Charity/Fundraisers by whatsdo2 on November 17, 2011 at 5:36 am {no comments}

Time: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Sun.)
Date: Friday, November 18, 2011-Sunday, November 20, 2011
Location: Long Center
Cost: $5/person, FREE/child age 10 and younger (proceeds benefit UPARC)
Info: (727) 797-8712; Website

What’s Doing?
This 4-day, family-centered holiday extravaganza features more than 100 one-of-a-kind trees, wreaths, centerpieces and handcrafted ornaments specially decorated by local artists, businesses and community leaders … and they are all for sale. Wander through this holiday wonderland of beautifully-decorated trees. Kids will enjoy special appearances from Santa and Blondie and Dagwood. Plus, there will be entertainment by local choral and dance groups each day.

Address:
Long Center
1501 North Belcher Road
Clearwater, FL 33765

Tasty Traditions

Filed under Ongoing Events by whatsdo2 on November 16, 2011 at 11:28 am {no comments}

Time: Museum Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.), 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Sat.) & 1-6 p.m. (Sun.); Contact Museum (813-443-3861) for tasting times and kitchen demonstrations
Date: Begins Saturday, November 19, 2011 and runs through Saturday, December 31, 2011
Location: Glazer Children’s Museum
Cost: FREE for members; Included with regular admission; Parking: Pay for parking in adjacent POE GARAGE on the corner of Ashley Drive and Cass. Regular parking is $1.20/hour. Special Event parking may vary; $2 Tuesday is December 6, 2011 (Admission is only $2/person from 2-7 p.m.)
Info: (813) 443-FUN1(3861); Website

What’s Doing?
Beginning November 19, visit Glazer for a culinary “journey” around the world as you and your children taste a wide range of celebratory foods — such as main dishes, spreads and dips, punches, pastries and desserts — from all over the world. Every week, they will offer kitchen demonstrations twice each day. Collect recipes for each food you try so you can make them at home. Here is their tasting schedule:
— November 19-27: Desserts
— November 28-December 2: Punches
— December 3-11: Pastries
— December 12-18: Spreads
— December 19-24: Dinners
— December 26-January 1: Candies

Even Better! Glazer Children’s Museum invited you to share a special holiday meal or recipe, with them on their Facebook page.

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

Skewers of Pork Image: Keattikorn / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

Touch-A-Truck

Filed under Oct. 2010 Events by whatsdo2 on November 16, 2011 at 7:03 am {no comments}

Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Date: Friday, November 25, 2011
Location: Crews Lake Wilderness Park
Cost: $5/adult, $3/child, $25 family maximum
Info: (727) 569-2289; Website; Facebook Event Page

What’s Doing?
Look at, climb in and over fire trucks, police cars, wreckers and bulldozers. Then, climb aboard the Central Pasco and Gulf Railroad train for FREE rides all day.

Address:
Crews Lake Wilderness Park
16739 Crews Lake Drive
Shady Hills, FL 34610

Holiday Lights in the Gardens 2011

Filed under Ongoing Events by whatsdo2 on November 16, 2011 at 6:52 am {no comments}

Time: 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Date: Friday, November 25, 2011-Sunday, January 1, 2012
Location: Florida Botanical Gardens
Cost: $2/person donation is requested to help pay for this family-friendly extravaganza, FREE for children age 12 and younger; Parking is FREE; Refreshments available for purchase
Info: (727) 582-2100; Website

What’s Doing?
Your whole family will be astounded by the beauty of more than 500,000 lights illuminating the thousands of plants and trees throughout the Florida Botanical Gardens. Kick-off this holiday season by experiencing the annual Holiday Lights, enjoy nightly family-friendly entertainment, and browse vendor booths and the Botanical Bounty gift shop for special holiday gifts. Santa Claus will be on hand whenever he can get away from the North Pole.

There will also be some special events taking place at the Gardens this December:
— Gift and Plant Sale (Sunday, Dec. 11; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.): This day-long event takes place in the formal gardens with more than 45 vendors selling plants and specialty gift items. Entry to the Gardens is FREE during the daylight hours.
— Dog Parade (Saturday, Dec. 31; 2 p.m.): Register your pet between 1-1:45 p.m. The cost to participate is $5/dog/category. Six categories are available: best costumed, sit and stay on command, best trick, best smile, most handsome boys, and prettiest girls. You can also visit vendors booths from 12-4 p.m.

Address:
Florida Botanical Gardens
12520 Ulmerton Road
Largo, FL 33774