Tarpon Springs

TBEP volunteers participate in Give-a-Day for the Bay, a program that teams up TBEP staff, partners, and volunteers in cleanup and restoration projects at Tampa Bay area parks and preserves.

Red tide persists along Florida’s Gulf coast, how you can help stop it

Human behavior influences the ebb and flow of red tide in Florida waterways. Here's what you need to know and how you can help.

For one night only, check out Britt Ford’s nature-inspired pieces at Hyde Park Village.
September Arts Roundup: Lenticular experiences, a pop-up, and more

Looking for something new to do? Art events this Fall are starting to ramp up in the Tampa Bay Area. Make plans to visit now.

Casa Santo Stefano GM Michael Piazza serves fresh-baked bread to patrons.
21 historic Tampa Bay Area restaurants that can still satisfy your cravings

As the pandemic continues to reshape the local foodie scene, surviving restaurants are finding their own sweet spot somewhere between limited indoor and expanded outdoor dining while ramping up takeout and delivery services. Here are 21 eateries to tantalize your tastebuds in the new year in hopes they’ll all survive well into 2022.

Temporary art installation in downtown Tampa.
Need an arts-and-culture fix post-quarantine? Here’s what you can expect to find nearby

Using CDC guidelines as a framework for reopening, Tampa Bay Area art museums, groups, and venues are starting to invite visitors back while planning for safer experiences as COVID-19 persists.

How you can access and support local arts while social distancing

Florida artists, museums, and galleries are stepping up in creative and innovative ways to meet the needs of the community while the threat of COVID-19 keeps us home and looking for things to do.

Socially engaged artwork.
New SPACEcraft art hubs to travel Pinellas over 2 years

Introducing SPACEcraft traveling art hubs “Make/Play” and “Read/Grow.” The hubs will be inside shipping containers and will host a variety of arts and cultural events including music, arts, book arts, free library, meditation, performance, and gardening.

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For Good: Ryan Wells Foundation in Pinellas County supports next gen chefs

The Ryan Wells Foundation helps fund culinary scholarships, industry training opportunities, and funds for consumable purchases in Pinellas County schools. Fair warning: We recommend that you not read this article on an empty stomach. We can't be responsible for your drooling.

Each Trash Swag shirt is crafted from 8 recycled water bottles and repurposed fibers.
TrashSwag: Products designed for global impact

Seven years ago, Desiree McLaughlin took a Creative Thinking Class through USF St. Petersburg’s Business Entrepreneurship program. Originally, she hoped to develop clothing for female kite surfers like herself. She reworked the idea, searching for the right angle, the right time. Soon TrashSwag began to fall into place.

Hallmark filmed Love in the Sun in Pinellas County.
St. Pete-Clearwater Film Commission enjoys record year

Spurred by Hallmark movies, independent films, and major studio releases, the St. Petersburg Clearwater Film Commission reports a record year. 

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New brewery in Tarpon Springs: Unrefined and proud of It

Tarpon Springs' craft beer scene is growing with Unrefined, a new brewery focused on sours, stouts, and a relaxed atmosphere.

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