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A caboodle of your 2022 Google searches

Google’s Local Year in Search for the Tampa Bay area
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This year, the world searched “can I change” more than ever before. | Gif sourced from “Year in Search”
We’ve been examining your Google search history, TBAY... but don’t worry, you’re not the only one looking up “sandbags near me” (that’s due to Ian) and “baby formula.” (and that’s due to baby formula shortage across the country). Google dropped the Tampa Bay area’s top trending searches from 2022, and we’re here with the results. Spoiler alert: We like to be entertained.

🐌 The Tampa area was the only place in the US that had Giant African Land Snail as its top trending animal. And it makes sense, the Lissachatina fulica has spread across the Pasco County area — as nearly 3,000 of the invasive mollusks were collected in the county.

🎙 As far as music goes, it’s no surprise Tampa Bay loves to jam. Our area’s top music genre search was for rap. If you’re still searching for some fire bars, Goodie Mob (including the one and only Cee Lo Green) is coming to the Ritz in Ybor this Saturday, Dec. 17.

💈 Plus, of the 12 places that had barbershop as a top trending “near me” search, we searched for it the most. Still looking for a beard trim — hit up Tyrone Barber Shop (921 Tyrone Blvd N., St. Petersburg) or A.C.M. Barber Studio (3309 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa).

🍪 2 places had cookies as a top trending “near me” search — us and Ft. Smith, AR. But, we searched for them the most. To answer your cookie query — we recommend Sweet Stack Shack (1041 Central Ave., St. Petersburg) and Bake’n Babes at Armature Works or on Davis Islands.

🔎 Itching to know what else your neighbors have been Googling? Check out the full list of the Tampa Bay area’s top 10 trending “near me” searches.
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Today, Dec. 15
  • Cirque Musica: Holiday Wonderland | Thursday, Dec. 15 | 7 p.m. | Yuengling Center, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa | $25-$129 | Take a musical journey through this Cirque-styled show.
  • Karaoke Night at Shuffle | Thursday, Dec. 15 | 9-11:59 p.m. | Shuffle, 2612 N. Tampa St., Tampa | Free | Belt out “Mr. Brightside” and “Walking on Sunshine” while shuffleboarding.
Friday, Dec. 16
  • It’s a Wonderful Life (1946) | Friday, Dec. 16-Sunday, Dec. 18 | 7 p.m. | Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa | $10 | Watch “It’s a Wonderful Life” every year and you’ll see a different message in the holiday tale every time.
  • Don’t Tell Comedy Show | Friday, Dec. 16 | 7:30 p.m. | Secret Location | $26.99 | The precise location and secret comedians will be revealed Friday, Dec. 16, 12:00 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 17
  • Allstate Hot Chocolate 15k/5k | Saturday, Dec. 17-Sunday, Dec. 18 | Tampa Convention Center, 333 S. Franklin St., Tampa | $54-$74 | A chocolate lover’s oasis awaits at the post-run party.
  • St. Petersburg Saturday Morning Market | Saturday, Dec. 17 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Al Lang Stadium, 230 First St. S.E., St. Petersburg | Free | A weekly outdoor market with local farmers who offer organic and sustainably raised fresh vegetables, fruits, and meats, and more.
  • St. Petersburg SantaCon 2022 | Saturday, Dec. 17 | 2-9 p.m. | Parks & Rec DTSP, 100 4th St. S., St. Petersburg | Free | Dress like Santa Claus, elves, or other holiday figures and party around the Burg.
  • WWE NXT Live | Saturday, Dec. 17 | 7:30 p.m. | University Area CDC Gymnasium, 14013 N. 22nd St., Tampa | $11.85-$25.85 | This wrestling event occupies the common ground between sports and entertainment.
Sunday, Dec. 18
We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

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Weather
  • 76º | Thunderstorms | 100% chance of rain
Sunrise + sunset
  • Rise: 7:14 a.m.
  • Set: 5:38 p.m.
Tide
Old Tampa Bay
  • High: 6:40 a.m. + 9:43 p.m.
  • Low: 1:16 a.m. + 2:40 p.m.
Clearwater Beach
  • High: 2:58 a.m. + 5:22 p.m.
  • Low: 10:22 a.m. + 10:39 p.m.
Edu
  • The Hillsborough County School District is considering closing six schools and repurposing others— a move that could impact up to 24,000 students. The county school board will make the final decision. Check how the change would impact you. 📚 (Tampa Bay Times)
Health
  • USF received a $1 million donation from Mark Lundy, husband of the late Dr. Marion Ridley, a top physician at USF Health. The funds will go towards boosting surgical training experiences and purchasing medical equipment for students at the Morsani College of Medicine. 💵 (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
  • Holiday cheer isn’t the only thing spreading this season. The CDC reported “very high” flu activity in Florida. Find a flu vaccine near you — there may even be a needleless option. 🏥 (Verywell Health)
Eat
  • What do porchetta sandwiches, chicken parm, mozz sticks, and a variety of spaghetti and gnocchi dishes have in common? They are all sold on St. Pete’s newest Roman street food truck Porchettoni (2180 1st Ave. N.). And don’t worry – it’s got the Anthony Bourdain stamp of approval. 🍝 (I Love the Burg)
Drink
  • Five-time James Beard semifinalist Jeannie Pierola’s newest pop-up cocktail concept, “Over the River,” is taking over the former Remedy space at Rivergate Tower (400 N. Ashley Dr., Tampa). The pop-up is open now through Valentine’s Day. 🍸 (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Coming Soon
  • A new oyster room and tavern is coming to the Heron on Water Street (815 Water St., Tampa) this spring from the team behind Ocean Prime. The Pearl will serve an expansive menu of made-from-scratch entrees, shareable plates, and seasonal oysters. 🦪 (That’s So Tampa)
Biz
  • Norwalt, a New Jersey-based manufacturer, will expand to Hillsborough next summer, and it’s bringing 30 high-paying jobs along with. During the pandemic, the company developed an automation system that assembled 350 parts per minute for rapid test kits. Now, it wants to apply that system to the printing industry. 🏭(Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Civic
  • Have a winning business idea? Tampa Bay wants to make it easy for you to start your own small business. Follow this startup business checklist to see how you can make that dream a reality, whether it’s food trucks or flying cars.
Seasonal
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Last minute gifts 🎁

Last minute gift guide to Tampa Bay
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There may be just 10 days until Christmas, but — believe it or not — it’s not too late to find some last-minute presents. Instead of paying an arm and a leg for overnight shipping, opt for one of these easy-to-obtain gifts.

Spa Jardin ($115-$185) | Lose track of the outside world at Tampa’s highest-rated sanctuary of senses.

Amazon Prime membership ($14.99/month or $139/year) | Kick someone off the family plan and get them their own Prime membership. Psst — Students get half-off. 📦*

Scott’s Cheap Flights Elite membership ($199/year) | For the travel lover that wants to receive flight deals — like a $600 round trip flight to the Maldives — straight to their inbox. ✈️*

Flaviar subscription ($60/month, $110/three months, or $350/year) | This membership provides the opportunity to taste new, rare, and limited edition spirits. 🥃*
GIFT A GYM MEMBERSHIP
THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Brad.

Editor’s pick: Hey there, TBAYtoday friends. So that gif from the lead story — that’s from their annual Year in Search YouTube video. It’s a really touching, quick two-minute video, and I really recommend you check it out.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? We took a look at some of the best holiday decorations around the area.
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