Just steps from the Gulf of Mexico, Seaside Seabird Sanctuary is a place where injured birds arrive in desperate need of help. Permanent residents find refuge, healing and sometimes, a second chance at life. Behind the sanctuary’s fences, the work reaches far beyond its 1.5 acres—from emergency rescues and rehabilitation to education, conservation and the recent need to rebuild after the facility was battered by two powerful hurricanes.
Chef Marques Clark will traverse 700 miles on a bicycle to draw attention to his mission of improving children’s nutrition.
The shelves at Orlando Latin Market are filled with the flavors of Latin America, but its greatest draw is the people who gather at the St. Pete staple. In her new book, Bodega Stories, journalist Amaris Castillo celebrates the neighborhood institution through stories of food, family, identity and community found between the aisles.
Here’s a look at some of the noteworthy events, experiences and happenings taking place around the area this week.
Fresh off the return of her hit Netflix series Sweet Magnolias, Tampa native JoAnna García Swisher speaks with Christine Bryant about the relaunch of her lifestyle brand and production company this fall, her upcoming holiday movie and some exciting new developments.
Fresh off the release of their new single, Sittin’ Pretty, the seven-piece band is opening for the legendary Double Trouble Double Vision Tour this summer, with a stop in Tampa Bay July 18th.
Whimsical animal characters, everyday moments and a touch of humor come together in Yuki Osada’s artwork.
Award-winning television personality and entrepreneur Forbes Riley has built a career on the power of communication, but there was a time when she could barely speak at all. In her newest book, the widely recognized “master of the pitch” shares lessons on the power of authentic communication and why the ability to connect with others may be one of the most important skills anyone can develop today.
A new study linking night owl habits to poorer heart health is prompting fresh questions about the relationship between sleep and wellness. Christine Bryant talks with cardiologist Dr. Alexander Johnson about why sleep quality and consistency matter, how they affect the heart and why late-night schedules may be at greater risk of falling short.
It’s summer in Tampa Bay, and that means sweet tea, afternoon rain showers and sun-soaked evenings. But when Season 5 of Sweet Magnolias arrives, the fan-favorite trio from the hit show trades the small Southern town of Serenity, South Carolina, for New York City as they pursue exciting new opportunities. The beloved series, featuring Tampa native JoAnna Garcia Swisher, debuts June 11th on Netflix.
