Wednesday, September 26, 2012

20 things to do September 27, 2012


Working Women of Tampa Bay Fall Food Festival

Working Women of Tampa Bay puts on this first annual festival of food for the fall, with participating restaurants such as Pizzailolo Bavaro, Ricky P ... Price: $10 members, $20 non-members, $35 VIP. Egypt Shriners Activities Building
4050 Dana Shores Drive, Tampa, 33634

  • September 27 Thursday 6:30 p.m.

    Our Town Conversations: Beth Houghton and Scott Wagman

    Editor's pick Host Carol Mickett, philosopher and artist, leads this monthly series of talks with local heroes about their visions, accomplishments and contributions to shaping the identity ... This month's guests are Beth Houghton and Scott Wagman. The married community leaders have served on numerous the boards of many community organizations such ... Price: $5 (reservations required), free for members. Dali Museum
    One Dali Blvd. (Bayshore Drive SE and Fifth Avenue SE), St. Petersburg, 33701
  • September 27 Thursday 7 p.m.

    Cabaret

    Editor's pick freeFall Theatre opens its 2012-2013 season with a remount of the kinky classic that had a popular run earlier this summer. Set in 1931 Berlin ... Price: $39-$46. Freefall Theatre
    6099 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, 33710
  • September 27 Thursday 7 p.m.

    Wyclef Jean Book Signing

    Editor's pick The former Fugee frontman will be in Tampa to sign his book Purpose: An Immigrant's Story. The top-selling musician is also a former presidential ... Price: Booktalk free; signing free with purchase of book at Inkwood Books. Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church
    3501 San Jose St., Tampa, 33629
  • September 27 Thursday 7:30 p.m.

    Howl-O-Scream

    Busch Gardens' Halloween celebrates its unlucky 13th year with haunted houses, scare zones, roller coasters in the dark and spooky live shows. This year's ... Price: $44.99 advance at participating locations, $79.99 general; $35 additional for Front Line Fear; $50 additional for Front Line Fear Extreme. Busch Gardens
    3605 Bougainvillea Ave., Tampa, 33612
  • September 27 Thursday 7:30 p.m.

    You Say Tomato, I Say Shut Up!

    The play, written by real-life married couple Annabelle Gurwitch (Dinner and a Movie, Fired!) and Jeff Kahn (The Ben Stiller Show, Forty Year Old Virgin ... Price: $25. Jaeb Theater at David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts
    1010 N MacInnes Place, Tampa, 33602
  • September 27 Thursday 8 p.m.

    Fahrenheit 451

    Jobsite Theater presents Fahrenheit 451, a play based on the Ray Bradbury novel of the same name. The book is set in a future American ... Price: $28. Shimberg Playhouse at David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts
    1010 N MacInnes Place, Tampa, 33602
  • September 27 Thursday 8 p.m.

    Hysteria

    Editor's pick This play is based on a meeting between two of the world's most eccentric men: Sigmund Freud and Salvador DalĂ­. Set in London in ... Price: $39-$49; $29 previews and Wednesday matinees; students $20 advance, $10 rush 30 minutes before show. American Stage Theatre Company at Raymond James Theater
    163 Third St. N, St. Petersburg, 33701
  • September 27 Thursday 9 p.m.

    Adam Ant

    The indie/new wave rocker formed the punk group Adam and the Ants in the late '70s. He made a comeback in the early '90s ... Price: $25. Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino
    5223 N Orient Road, Tampa, 33610
  • September 27 Thursday 9 a.m.

    Volunteer Fair and Fun Fest

    If you're a senior, a volunteer, or want to become a volunteer, come out for entertainment, give-a-ways and refreshments. Price: Free. Largo Community Center
    400 Alt Keene Road, Largo, 33771
  • September 27 Thursday 9:30 a.m.

    Swaptember at Lowry Park Zoo, MOSI and the Florida Aquarium

    Zoo Pass holders (with valid ID) receive free admission to the Florida Aquarium and MOSI in September. In turn, members of the Florida Aquarium and ... Lowry Park Zoo
    1101 W Sligh Ave., Tampa, 33604
  • September 27 Thursday 10 a.m.

    $5 Admission to Glazer Museum

    Editor's pick To celebrate the children's museum's second birthday, admission is reduced to $5 Sept. 15-30. Normal admission is $15 for adults, $9.50 for ... Price: $5. Glazer Children's Museum
    110 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, 33602
  • September 27 Thursday 11 a.m.

    Moon Over Buffalo

    George and Charlotte Hay are traveling actors performing in a repertory company in Buffalo, but nerves take over when George receives a call from film ... Price: $29.90. Early Bird Dinner Theatre
    200 S McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater, 33759
  • September 27 Thursday 4 p.m.

    Moon Over Buffalo

    George and Charlotte Hay are traveling actors performing in a repertory company in Buffalo, but nerves take over when George receives a call from film ... Price: $29.90. Early Bird Dinner Theatre
    200 S McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater, 33759
  • September 27 Thursday 5 p.m.

    Uptown Block Party and Cruise-In

    The free family event will include live music, food vendors, cars on display, and beer and wine. The cruise-in is coordinated by Monster Transmission. Activities ... Price: Free. Brooksville City Hall Art Gallery
    201 Howell Ave., Brooksville, 34601
  • September 27 Thursday 5 p.m.

    Yappy Hour

    Bring your dog for a yappy hour with special Dogtini's and Yapitizers for them and free beer and wine for you. Also, raffles, giveaways ... Price: Free. Woof Gang Bakery and Grooming
    2516 McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater, 33761
  • September 27 Thursday 5:30 p.m.

    Ladies Night Out- Shop and Glam

    Coming a week after Tampa Bay Fashion Week, this fashion event benefits the Rapunzel Project, which helps chemotherapy patients keep their hair during treatment. Price: Product prices vary. The Blowbar
    310 South Dale Mabry, Tampa, 33609
  • September 27 Thursday 5:30 p.m.

    Sacred Arts Exhibit Opening Reception

    The exhibit explores how religion has been the inspiration for an array of artistic creations, from architecture to painting, music, vestments, needle arts, ritual and ... Price: Free. Tarpon Springs Cultural Center
    101 S Pinellas Ave. , Tarpon Springs, 34689
  • September 27 Thursday 6 p.m.

    Cooking With GE

    See the latest in kitchen technology and watch as guest chef cooks up treats for sampling. Email RSVP to: rsvp@famoustate.com by Sept. 21. Price: Free, but registration required. Famous Tate Appliance and Bedding Center
    3790 Tampa Road, Oldsmar, 34677
  • September 27 Thursday 6:30 p.m.

    Halloween Horror Nights

    Editor's pick On select nights in September and October, Universal Studios is transformed into a nightmarish labyrinth of haunted houses, including one tied to AMC’s hugely ... Price: $88.99 general admission for access to one event night. Universal Studios
    1000 Universal Studios Plaza , Orlando, 32819
  • Thursday, September 20, 2012

    Family Fun and BOGO'S

    Clearwater Marine Aquarium BOGO offer!
    Visit the MOSI Ticket Office or Membership desk to get your voucher while supplies last!
    One free admission to Clearwater Marine Aquarium with each paid general admission of equal or greater value. Plus, free admission to Winter's Dolphin Tale Adventure, our 2nd facility, with each CMA admission. Photo-ops, encounters and boat tours not included. Offer expires 11/30/2012