Fine Wine & Food Festival 2012
April 28, 2012
8-11 pm
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Thursday, April 26, 2012
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Friday, April 20, 2012
Earth Day 2012 Going GREEN checklist!
Helping Your Family Go Green Checklist
Everywhere you turn you are probably seeing and hearing the following phrases: “go green,” “eco-friendly,” and “environmentally conscious.” The push, especially for Americans, to reduce pollution and help save the environment is based on evidence that the decisions we have made, and continue to make, are damaging the air we breathe and the land we live on. Read our tips and tricks to help you get started in living a green lifestyle.
If you are looking for more information on what you can do to help save the environment, read The Green Book, by Elizabeth Rogers and Thomas M. Kostigen.
Save water by decreasing your shower time -- or rather take a bath, which uses less water than a shower.
Get in the habit of brushing your teeth with the water off, and encourage your children to do so, as well.
Recycle – junk mail, cell phones, paper products, plastic bags, and more.
Switch from paper and plastic bags to reusable bags and totes. Try Envirosax or Dogeared’s neat styles.
Forget the electric or gas dryer, and hang dry your clothing.
Opt for direct deposit, online banking, and paperless statements to reduce your paper usage.
Try your hand at composting (planting scraps from fruits, veggies, and coffee grounds outside), which will help create better soil and less landfill waste.
Don’t purchase disposable water bottles, but rather use recyclable (and refillable) beverage containers that you can fill with filtered water.
Unplug all of your appliances when you leave the house to save energy (and prevent a fire hazard).
If possible, take public transportation or walk.
Don’t use plastic storage containers, and definitely do not heat food within a plastic container in the microwave.
Keep one set of dishes at the office, including: a cup, utensils, bowl, and plate. This will prevent you from reaching for disposable utensils, cups, and plates.
Save stained or ill-fitting clothing to use for dusting and cleaning.
Use rechargeable batteries -- Duracell now has a line of pre-charged rechargeable batteries!
DONATE!!!
Purchase used items from thrift stores, garage sales, flea markets, and more.
Rent movies and borrow books, instead of purchasing. Netflix and Blockbuster make it easy by delivering the flicks right to your door.
If you are in the market for a new car, purchase a hybrid model.
Select products made of recyclable materials. Nahui Ollin, a handbag designer, has a created line of bags, made from recycled candy wrappers, that are cute and affordable.
Buy groceries in bulk, as it reduces packaging and the number of trips you take to the grocer. Purchase a membership to a wholesale club, such as Costco or BJ’s.
If possible, buy items that use less packaging.
Purchase locally produced food at farmer’s markets and even road-side stands.
Purchase fresh fruits and vegetables, instead of jarred, canned, or frozen.
Purchase organic foods, as they don’t contain pesticides and harmful chemicals, in addition to organic cotton.
Follow the celebrity trend and use cloth diapers, as opposed to disposable diapers, which cause landfill waste.
Select soy or beeswax candles, instead of paraffin candles.
Use healthy and environmentally friendly cosmetics, such as mineral-based cosmetics and natural bath products.
If you are looking for more information on what you can do to help save the environment, read The Green Book, by Elizabeth Rogers and Thomas M. Kostigen.
Day-to-Day
Save water by decreasing your shower time -- or rather take a bath, which uses less water than a shower.
Get in the habit of brushing your teeth with the water off, and encourage your children to do so, as well.
Recycle – junk mail, cell phones, paper products, plastic bags, and more.
Switch from paper and plastic bags to reusable bags and totes. Try Envirosax or Dogeared’s neat styles.
Forget the electric or gas dryer, and hang dry your clothing.
Opt for direct deposit, online banking, and paperless statements to reduce your paper usage.
Try your hand at composting (planting scraps from fruits, veggies, and coffee grounds outside), which will help create better soil and less landfill waste.
Don’t purchase disposable water bottles, but rather use recyclable (and refillable) beverage containers that you can fill with filtered water.
Unplug all of your appliances when you leave the house to save energy (and prevent a fire hazard).
If possible, take public transportation or walk.
Don’t use plastic storage containers, and definitely do not heat food within a plastic container in the microwave.
Keep one set of dishes at the office, including: a cup, utensils, bowl, and plate. This will prevent you from reaching for disposable utensils, cups, and plates.
Save stained or ill-fitting clothing to use for dusting and cleaning.
Use rechargeable batteries -- Duracell now has a line of pre-charged rechargeable batteries!
DONATE!!!
Purchase used items from thrift stores, garage sales, flea markets, and more.
Rent movies and borrow books, instead of purchasing. Netflix and Blockbuster make it easy by delivering the flicks right to your door.
If you are in the market for a new car, purchase a hybrid model.
Select products made of recyclable materials. Nahui Ollin, a handbag designer, has a created line of bags, made from recycled candy wrappers, that are cute and affordable.
Buy groceries in bulk, as it reduces packaging and the number of trips you take to the grocer. Purchase a membership to a wholesale club, such as Costco or BJ’s.
If possible, buy items that use less packaging.
Purchase locally produced food at farmer’s markets and even road-side stands.
Purchase fresh fruits and vegetables, instead of jarred, canned, or frozen.
Purchase organic foods, as they don’t contain pesticides and harmful chemicals, in addition to organic cotton.
Follow the celebrity trend and use cloth diapers, as opposed to disposable diapers, which cause landfill waste.
Select soy or beeswax candles, instead of paraffin candles.
Use healthy and environmentally friendly cosmetics, such as mineral-based cosmetics and natural bath products.
Thursday, April 19, 2012
In Memory of Dick Clark
In memory of Dick Clark I would like to thank him for all the fond memories I have from American Bandstand. You will be missed.
R.I.P. Dick Clark Nov. 30,1929 - April 18, 2012
http://youtu.be/j1R2gPysQsU
R.I.P. Dick Clark Nov. 30,1929 - April 18, 2012
http://youtu.be/j1R2gPysQsU
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
SUNSETS AT PIER 60!!!
SUNSETS AT PIER 60
Current Hours 6 - 10 PM
7 Days a week (weather permitting)
Sunsets at Pier 60 is a daily festival that celebrates the end of the day.
The Sunsets at Pier 60 Festival is a nightly sunset celebration that takes place in Pier 60 Park on Clearwater Beach, Florida.This free family event features artisans, crafters, street performers and musical entertainment, weather permitting.
Thursday, April 12, 2012
Friday the 13th Superstitions....
Friday the 13th, 'the most widespread superstition'
The sixth day of the week and the number 13 both have foreboding reputations said to date from ancient times. It seems their inevitable conjunction from one to three times a year (there will be three such occurrences in 2012, exactly 13 weeks apart) portends more misfortune than some credulous minds can bear. According to some sources it's the most widespread superstition in the United States today. Some people refuse to go to work on Friday the 13th; some won't eat in restaurants; many wouldn't think of setting a wedding on the date.
How many Americans at the beginning of the 21st century suffer from this condition? According to Dr. Donald Dossey, a psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of phobias (and coiner of the term paraskevidekatriaphobia, also spelled paraskavedekatriaphobia), the figure may be as high as 21 million. If he's right, no fewer than eight percent of Americans remain in the grips of a very old superstition.
Exactly how old is difficult to say, because determining the origins of superstitions is an inexact science, at best. In fact, it's mostly guesswork.
The sixth day of the week and the number 13 both have foreboding reputations said to date from ancient times. It seems their inevitable conjunction from one to three times a year (there will be three such occurrences in 2012, exactly 13 weeks apart) portends more misfortune than some credulous minds can bear. According to some sources it's the most widespread superstition in the United States today. Some people refuse to go to work on Friday the 13th; some won't eat in restaurants; many wouldn't think of setting a wedding on the date.
How many Americans at the beginning of the 21st century suffer from this condition? According to Dr. Donald Dossey, a psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of phobias (and coiner of the term paraskevidekatriaphobia, also spelled paraskavedekatriaphobia), the figure may be as high as 21 million. If he's right, no fewer than eight percent of Americans remain in the grips of a very old superstition.
Exactly how old is difficult to say, because determining the origins of superstitions is an inexact science, at best. In fact, it's mostly guesswork.
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Rockfest 4/28/2012
98 Rockfest is back! Going down on Saturday, April 28 at the Tampa Bay Times Forum, Rockfest will feature the biggest and best acts in alternative rock and metal today.
Enjoy two stages - indoor and outdoor - of rock all day. The Rockfest lineup includes headliners Shinedown and Evanescence alongside other rock and metal bands including P.O.D., Five Finger Death Punch, Trivium, and Halestorm.
Tickets prices range from $29.99 to $150. General admission (pit) and first level tickets are $59.99, second level tickets are $39.99, and third level tickets are $29.99. VIP tickets for the two closest sections to the stage are $150 and get you early entry, parking, private acoustic performances, a commemorative laminate, and more.
Enjoy two stages - indoor and outdoor - of rock all day. The Rockfest lineup includes headliners Shinedown and Evanescence alongside other rock and metal bands including P.O.D., Five Finger Death Punch, Trivium, and Halestorm.
Tickets prices range from $29.99 to $150. General admission (pit) and first level tickets are $59.99, second level tickets are $39.99, and third level tickets are $29.99. VIP tickets for the two closest sections to the stage are $150 and get you early entry, parking, private acoustic performances, a commemorative laminate, and more.
Thursday, April 5, 2012
Easter Fun for the Family!!!
- Cotton Tail Express - Usually on the Saturday before Easter, See their website for the 2012 date at 9 am, 12 pm & 3 pm
Florida Railroad Museum, 12210 83rd St East, Parrish, FL 34219. Cost: 18 adults; $14 kids age 3-11. The Museum will be operating diesel powered excursions to our Easter Egg patch today! Upon arrival, many activities are planned including our annual Easter Egg Hunt. Mr. Bunny will also be available to greet all the children. The entire round-trip will last approximately 2.5 hours. The Party Caboose is also available for charter. Train Departs with the Party Caboose at: 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM. - Easter Ape Hunt EGGstravaganza - the Saturday and Sunday before Easter, from 10 am to 4 pm; check their website
Suncoast Primate Sanctuary, 4600 Alternate 19, Palm Harbor, FL. Phone: (727) 410-5491. Email acstrinityrelay@hotmail.com. Cost: $5 per person; Parking is FREE. Join the Sanctuary and Relay For Life on April 16 & 17 to raise awareness and funds for both charities. Enjoy food, music, games, egg hunt, bounce house, The Easter Bunny and more. Admission is ONLY $5 and directly benefits both the Suncoast Primate Sanctuary and the American Cancer Society Relay For Life. Event is from 10am to 4pm. Easter Egg Hunt at 2pm. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. - EGGSPO - Usually on the Saturday before Easter, See their website for the 2012 date; hours from 9 am to 6 pm
Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI), 4801 E. Fowler Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33617. Cost: EGGSPO is a celebration of the egg. Activities at EGGSPO include an egg scavenger hunt, egg toss and catapult and a safe egg drop. This year, EGGSPO will also discuss insects that are hatched from eggs. Free to MOSI members and free with paid general admission to MOSI. - Highland’s Flashlight Egg Hunt - See their website for the 2012 date, at 7 pm
Highland Recreation Complex, 400 Highland Ave NE, Largo, FL 33770-2551. Cost: $8 per child. Children ages walking to 12 years old will be placed into age groups and let loose to gather eggs and win prizes. Kids will also enjoy glow in the dark miniature golf, crafts, music and a visit from the Easter Bunny. Age group hunts are held every 30 minutes, beginning at 7:15 pm The event will wrap up with a parent hunt beginning at 9:15 pm. Don’t forget to bring a basket and a flashlight! - Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park Easter Egg Hunt - Usually on the Saturday before Easter, See their website for the 2012 date at 8 am
Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, 4150 S. Suncoast Blvd., Homosassa, FL 34446. Phone: (352) 628-5343.
The Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park will hold an Easter Egg Hunt for area children. Activities include an Easter Egg hunt for plastic eggs, which can be redeemed for goodies and trinkets. Parents can take children's photos with the Easter Bunny and other costumed characters. Cost: Donation of $5.00 for children includes admission to park. Adults receive a 33% discount on park admission. Directions: Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando. - Horse Power for Kids Spring fest fundraiser - Easter egg hunts for toddlers, Easter egg hunts for children, The Easter bunny will make an appearance, Visits and photos with the Easter Rabbit, Cancelled in inclement weather (call if the weather looks bad), There is an admission fee, Children's crafts, Other activities for children, Bring a basket to collect the eggs!, Farm animals are present, restrooms, picnic area, face painting, Bounce house, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals
8005 Race Track Rd, Tampa, FL 33635. Phone: 813 855 8992. Alternate Phone: 8138558992. Email: mailto:4dreams@horsepowerforkids.com?subject=Inquiry%20from%20a%20visitor%20to%20www.EasterEggHuntsAndEvents.org. Open: March 31 2012 April 1 2012 April 7 2012 12:00 to 5:00 pm. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. pony rides,train rides,farm animals,hayrides,face painting,music,egg hunt ,easter bunny,hot dog and drink.All included in price of admission. Children $10 Adults $6 . free parking. (UPDATED: March 25, 2012) (ADDED: September 07, 2011) - Hydro Harvest Farms - FREE admission, Children's crafts, Other activities for children, Honey from hives on the farm, Fresh eggs, concessions / refreshment stand, porta-potties, picnic area, birthday parties, school tours
1101 Shell Point Road E, Ruskin , FL 33570. Phone: 813-645-6574. Alternate Phone: 941-915-7208. Email: mailto:john@hydroharvestfarms.com?subject=Inquiry from a visitor to www.easteregghuntsandevents.org. Open: Our Easter Event is FREE; The Date and Time will be announced soon. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Take I 75 to Exit 240, Ruskin. Go west and at second light turn right (21 street east). Go to stop sign (Shell Point Road E), turn left. farm will be 1/2 mile on the left. Click here for a map and directions. Strawberries December 1 pm to June 1, Pumpkin Patch October 6 to November 5, Christmas Trees December 1 through December 25;. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, SFMNP Vouchers. Click here for our Facebook page. Hydro Harvest Farms is a family farm. We believe in Community and want every child to have a chance to see how food is grown. We go to schools and give demonstrations in the class. We are always invited to the Florida State Fair in the AgVenture, to demonstrate Hydroponic Growing. We are invited every year to the Epcot International Flower and Garden Show, to demonstrate our farm. This is the future, but actually it is NOW!. (UPDATED: October 14, 2011) - Manatee County Parks Easter Egg Hunt - Usually on the Saturday before Easter, See their website for the 2012 date; hours from 9 am to 12 pm
G.T. Bray Park, 3001 59th St. W, Bradenton, FL 34209. Cost: FREE (but donations will be accepted at the gate). Manatee County Parks and Recreation continues to host its annual Easter Egg Hunt at G.T. Bray Park. Features a 36,000 egg hunt for children ages eight years and younger, carnival games, and interactive bounce houses. Donations will be accepted at the gate. - Northdale Park Easter Egg Hunt - Usually on the Saturday before Easter, See their website for the 2012 date at 10-11 am, FREE
Northdale Park, 15550 Spring Pine Drive, Tampa, FL 33624. Cost: FREE Admission and Parking. Children 10 years and younger are invited to participate in an Easter Egg Hunt. There will be door prizes, and kids can meet the Easter Bunny. - Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Coachman Park - Last year was on Easter Sunday; See their website for the 2012 date, hours from 12:00 Noon and goes until 2:00 pm
Coachman Park, 301 Drew Street, Clearwater, Florida 33755. Cost: Egg Hunt is FREE; small charge for refreshments and some rides.
They have a petting zoo, pony rides, bouncy house, giant blow up slide, face painting, live entertainment, and more, plus the main event—the Easter Egg Hunt—which happens exactly at 12:30 pm. Please do not be late or your child will miss the chance to find the very coveted Golden Eggs that win a number of lucky children a free stuffed bunny. Each year there are several areas that are fenced off just for the little ones, as well as the main area for the bigger kids. Be sure your child brings an Easter basket or a bag to put all of his eggs into, and be sure to bring a camera as you may want to take pictures with our wandering Easter Bunnies. - Oldsmar Easter Egg Hunt - Usually on a Saturday before Easter, See their website for the 2012 date at 9 am; FREE
R.E. Olds Park, 107 Shore Drive W., Oldsmar, FL 34677. Phone: (813) 749-1260. Children up to age 12. 5,000 eggs filled with small toys, candy and a few special mystery prizes. The hunts will be broken down by age groups. - Spring Fest Fundraiser at HorsePower for Kids - Easter egg hunts for toddlers, Easter egg hunts for children, The Easter bunny will make an appearance, Visits and photos with the Easter Rabbit, Cancelled in inclement weather (call if the weather looks bad), There is an admission fee, Children's crafts, Children's music and storytelling, Other activities for children, Bring a basket to collect the eggs!, Farm animals are present, gift shop, restrooms, picnic area, face painting, Bouncy castle, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, events at your location (call for info)
8005 Racetrack Rd, Tampa, FL 33635. Phone: 813-855-8992. Email: mailto:4dreams@horsepowerforkids.com?subject=Inquiry%20from%20a%20visitor%20to%20www.EasterEggHuntsAndEvents.org. Open: Saturday April 9 Sunday April 10 Saturday April 16 Sunday April 17 Saturday April 23 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Open: Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Two blocks south Tampa Road /Hillsborough Ave. Payment: Cash, only. Pony rides, hayrides, train rides, petting zoo, face painting ,bounce house ,games ,prices, music, baby chicks ,bunnies, ducks. Hot dog and drink all included in price .Children $10 adults $6 This is a fundraiser Our mission at HorsePower for Kids is to serve inner-city children, at-risk children, and any child that could benefit from riding, learning about, and loving horses. Studies show that horses improve self-esteem, character, work ethic, social skills, and academic performance. (ADDED: March 15, 2011) - Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center Easter Eggstravaganza - April - Call for this year's date!
Tampa, Florida. Phone: Julia freeman, 727-579-2000. Hunt for 50,000 Easter Eggs at the Performing Arts Center. Many activities, from free photos with the Easter Bunny to a free breakfast, face painting, petting zoo and other activities. In conjunction with Magic 94.9 F.
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