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May 2008
Thursday, May 1
BREAKFAST WITH DENA
Come meet and speak with Dena VanOrden, Naturopathic Doctor and owner of Dena's nutrition field.  Since 1971 she has been teaching and promoting responsible self-care through nutrition across the country (more)
Friday, May 2
WEEDON ISLAND GUIDED CANOE TRIP
Trained guides lead through mangrove islands and over seagrass and oyster beds while pointing out various flora and fauna.
SENIOR DAY IN THE PARK
Seniors are invited to come out and enjoy free music, entertainment, dancing, health and wllness activities, fitness domonstrations.
Saturday, May 3
LAKE WALES HEALTH FAIR
Area residents can take advantage of FREE health screenings, learn about healthy lifestyles, and sign up for the Pok HealthCare Plan, KidCare and Medicaid.  Be screened for blood pressure, vision, (more)
LAKELAND CRAFT FESTIVAL
The open-air marketplace of Lakeside Village will be dotted with 100 white tents filled with the best in craft! 
Sunday, May 4
RUSKIN TOMATO & HERITAGE FESTIVAL
The Annual Ruskin Tomato and Heritage Festival.  Offerings include a marketplace and crafts, antique cars and tractors, children's area and activities, plant show and sale, live entertainment and free tomotao (more)
Monday, May 5
THE CUTTING EDGE QUILT GUILD
The Cutting Edge Quilt Guild is a six-week hand quilting class.
UCH FREE MELANOMA SCREENINGS
Concerned about suspicious moles marring an otherwise golden tan?  Put your fear to rest and join University Community Health at Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo.  UCH team members will be on (more)
Tuesday, May 6
FLORIDA FRIENDLY GARDENING
"Watering Efficiently".
MOVIES TARPON COMMUNITY CENTER
A FREE showing of "Juno". 
Wednesday, May 7
REALTORS WACKY GOLF OUTING
This is a scramble best ball shotgun start at the Silverhorn Country Club.  Sponsors are welcome.  This is a golf tournament that everyone cdan enjoy.  Lunch, door prizes and the (more)
Thursday, May 8
TENNIS BLOCK PARTY
A free USTA Tennis Block Party at HCC.
STROLL WEEDON ISLAND
A hat and closed-toe shoes are recommended.  All ages are welcome.  Children younger than 6 miht find the hike too challenging. 
WOMEN IN ART SHOW
Features the work of Brianne Ruggeri, Patricia Hunter, Angela Filomeno, Dana Blickensderfer, Oak Wojtkowski, Camile Dillard and more.  Includes wine and cheese and a meet and greet.
COUNTRY TEA TIME
To help modern-day Floridians appreciate that part of their heritage, volunteer docents at Cracker Country offer Victorian teas to any group of five or more interested in learning the finer (more)
Friday, May 9
FIREFIGHTERS CHARITY GOLF
Palm Harbor Firefighter's Charity Golf Tournament to Benefit MDA.  The Best Ball Scramble.  Fees' include 18 holes of golf, cart and greens fees, practice balls, gift bag, lunch and dinner.  (more)
Saturday, May 10
FEET ON THE STREET FEST
An opportunity to preserve the rich history of this area through photography while also highlighting local businesses, generations and historic 22nd St. S. disctrict.  This year we celebrate culture, community (more)
SOUTH TAMPA SHOP-ALONG
The event will raise funds for the High School art Starts Scholarship Program of the Tampa Bay Business Committee for the Arts.
ELKS CHARITY POKER RUN
Sponsored by Tampa Elks Lodge 708.  Proceeds to Benefit Local Area Youth Activities, Local Area Veterans Services, Elks National Foundation.  Registration Form and instructions are available on-line.
Sunday, May 11
"TAKE BACK THE NIGHT" MOTHERS DAY BENEFIT
Take Back The Night - The Women's Blues Revue a Mother's Day Benefit Concert!  Headlining the event, singing blues and soul dance classics, are Wendy Rich, Denise Moore, Nancy Johnson (more)
DISNEY'S "THE LION KING"
Experience the phenomenon of Disney's "The Lion King" when Tampa's best-loved musical returns to TBPAC. 
Monday, May 12
STROKE AWARENESS
Please join Tampa General Hospital for Stroke Awareness.  Presentations: Stroke Signs, Symptoms and Treatment Options.  Integrative Medicine for STroke Patients and Common Conditions Affecting Stroke Outcomes.  Free blood pressure screenings.  (more)
Tuesday, May 13
"LIGHTEN UP W/LAUGHTER"
"Lighten Up With Laughter" presented by Leslie Gibson, RN, BSN.  Do you have stress in your life?  If yes, you need to join us and learn about the healing power (more)
KICKOFF BIG GAME PLANNING
Kickoff Big Game Planning Ybor City Chamber Luncheon.  Guest Speaker, Reid Sigmnon, Executive Director of 2009 Tampa Bay Super Bowl Host Committee.
FLORIDA FRIENDLY GARDENING
Univ. of Florida in cooperation with Hernando County Cooperative Extension Service will present the following FREE class:  "  Choosing the Right Pesticide for the Job".
Wednesday, May 14
FOOTPRINTS EXTRAVAGANZA
Sharing valuable information for families, balanced perfectly with tons of fun.  Light hearted family festivities at theis Resource Extravaganza will include a children's fashion show, children's book author Susan Jones, (more)
IT'S ALL ABOUT KIDS
It's All About Kids Partners with Macy's to bring you Etiuette and Manners courses for Kindergarten through 12th Grade. 
Thursday, May 15
TAMPA BAY WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
Presented by Wiue Enthusiast magazine, featuring noted winemakers, premier wines, local and internationally acclaimed chefs preparing fabulous dishes to tempt the palate! 
Friday, May 16
TAMPA BAY WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
Presented by Wiue Enthusiast magazine, featuring noted winemakers, premier wines, local and internationally acclaimed chefs preparing fabulous dishes to tempt the palate! 
TAMPA BOAT SHOW
The boating event of the season!  Ahoy Mates!!  This is the boating sales event so chart your course to Florida State Fairgrounds.  You won't believe the selection of boats on (more)
Saturday, May 17
TAMPA BOAT SHOW
The boating event of the season!  Ahoy Mates!!  This is the boating sales event so chart your course to Florida State Fairgrounds.  You won't believe the selection of boats on (more)
TAMPA BAY WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
Presented by Wiue Enthusiast magazine, featuring noted winemakers, premier wines, local and internationally acclaimed chefs preparing fabulous dishes to tempt the palate! 
CIVIL WAR DAYS
Civil War Days at Heritage Village.  Visitors can rub shoulders with costumed reenactors traveling through the Village ready to share insider information and gear, their units and battles faced during (more)
Sunday, May 18
TAMPA BOAT SHOW
The boating event of the season!  Ahoy Mates!!  This is the boating sales event so chart your course to Florida State Fairgrounds.  You won't believe the selection of boats on (more)
Monday, May 19
Tuesday, May 20
TARPON FREE MOVIES!!
Free screening of "Charlie Wilson's War".
LOWRY PARK'S 20TH ANNIVERSARY!
Lowry Park Zoo is celebrating its 20th Anniversary with a Recognition Day.  Various activities throughout the park and offering two tickets for $20
Wednesday, May 21
Thursday, May 22
Friday, May 23
Saturday, May 24
Sunday, May 25
Monday, May 26
Tuesday, May 27
FLORIDA FRIENDLY GARDENING
The University of Florida Hernando County Cooperative Extension Service will present the following class:  "Creating Home Compost". 
ART OF MUSIC
"Art of Music" features artists demonstrating their approach to a musical theme.
Wednesday, May 28
Thursday, May 29
WALKING GROUP
The Rigth Fit 4 U meets for morning wlaks at Carrolwood Village.  Cost is $3 per week. 
A'S FOR SCIENCE
A's for Science at Mote Aquarium.  Show a final report card showing an "A" in Science and get into the Mote Aquarium FREE!!
Friday, May 30
CATCH THE LAST WAVE PARTY
Presented by UPARC Foundation.  A fun and casual evening giving people a change from black tie galas. 
FESTIVAl HISPANO
The community is invited to enjoy a variety of Latin-American music and food provided by restaurants from the area.  There will also be clowns and balloons for children.  The goal (more)
Saturday, May 31
TASTE OF PINELLAS
There will be over 28 restaurants participating.  Musical line up:  May 30th Rick Springfield, May 31st, Blues guitar Player Jonny Lang, June 1st, Eddie Money. 
TAMPA BAY HURRICANE EXPO
The Tampa Bay Hurricane Expo will educate residents on the importance of knowing their evacuation zone and making an effective plan in the event of an emergency.  Held inside MOSI, (more)
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