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Kid-friendly activities in Tampa Bay
Glass figures of all shapes and sizes are at the Chihuly Collection. They are brightly colored.
The Chihuly Collection is a feast for the eyes. | Photo by TBAYtoday
We’re not kiddin’ around. From major attractions like the Florida Aquarium to hidden gems like Shuffle, there’s something in Tampa Bay for children of all ages. You’ll have no trouble entertaining the youngsters with this list of 26 kid-friendly activities around TBAY.

🎨 All about the arts

Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa | Roam exhibits on ancient art, the meaning of flight, and from the painter Salman Toor, or sign up kids for summer art camps. Kids will remember the Vinik Family Education Center.

Salvador Dalí Museum, 1 Dalí Blvd., St. Petersburg | 🎟️ Family memberships available
Expose kids to the legendary artist’s melting clocks, paintings, and other rotating exhibits. Kids will remember the Avant-garden, glass bubble building design, and yummy desserts from the museum’s cafe.

Chihuly Collection -The Morean Arts Center 720 Central Ave., St. Petersburg | Take in Dale Chihuly’s massive glass sculpture works. Kids will remember the rock candy-esque 20-ft sculpture at the collection’s entrance.

🦁 Animal encounters

ZooTampa at Lowry Park, 1101 W. Sligh Ave., Tampa | 🎟️ Family memberships available
Bring the kids by on a Saturday to roam the 63-acre zoo or to take in special events like painting with elephants. Kids will remember the Macaw Flyover.

The Florida Aquarium, 701 Channelside Dr., Tampa | Visit with ring-tailed lemurs or stop by the stingray beach + new exhibits are in the works. Kids will remember the 4Ducks Theater and the splash pad.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium, 249 Windward Passage, Clearwater | Meet and learn about dolphins, turtles, and other marine creatures. Kids will love Dolphintopia + the Spring Shellebration events.

Seaside Seabird Sanctuary, 18328 Gulf Blvd, Indian Shores | Visit the wild bird rescue to spend time with its 100 permanently-disabled birds (think owls, shorebirds, and pelicans). Kids will remember the observation tower.
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    Events
    Today, April 5
    • “The London Séance Society” | Wednesday, Apr. 5 | 7-8 p.m. | Tombolo Books, 2153 1st Ave. S., St. Petersburg | $29-$36 | New York Times bestselling author Sarah Penner reads from her new book.
    Thursday, April 6
    • NCAA Frozen Four Semi-Finals | Thursday, Apr. 6-Friday, Apr. 7 | Times vary | Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Dr., Tampa | $155-$1,029 | Watch the University of Minnesota take on Boston University (puck drop is at 5 p.m.) and later, the University of Michigan faces Quinnipiac University (puck drop is at 8:30 p.m.).
    • Performance: Music and Art with Fred Johnson | Thursday, Apr. 6 | 6-7 p.m. | The Dalí Museum, 1 Dalí Blvd., St. Petersburg | $5-$10 | Watch as artist Fred Johnson paints the melodies that move him alongside the “Shape of Dreams” exhibit.
    Friday, April 7
    Saturday, April 8
    • Incredible Duck Race | Saturday, Apr. 8 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Curtis Hixon Park, 600 N. Ashley Dr., Tampa | Free | Watch the Kiwanis Club of Tampa flood the Hillsborough River with 10,000 yellow duckies and sample some local food trucks — adopt a duck for $5.
    • St. Pete Pier Spring Festival & Easter Egg Hunt | Saturday, Apr. 8-Sunday, Apr. 9 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Spa Beach Park, 600 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg | Free | Hunt for more than 20,000 colorful eggs, take pics with the Easter Bunny, take part in arts and crafts, and fill up on snacks.
    • Minecraft Mania | Saturday, Apr. 8 | 1-3 p.m. | Mosi Museum of Science & Industry, 4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa | $15-$20 | Bring your friends along to play individual, small-team, and full-team Minecraft challenges.
    • Trail Fun Run | Saturday, Apr. 8, Saturday, May. 13 | Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S., St. Petersburg | Free | Join Healthy St. Pete and the St. Pete Running Company for a free walk/run at the beautiful city park.
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    News Notes
    Holiday
    Development
    • Construction begins this week on Tampa International Airport’s shuttle system upgrades. The $61 million project includes fixing up shuttle guideways + replacing four cars. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
    Opening
    • Calling all fit foodies. Crisp & Green opens on Water Street Friday, April 14. The health-focused spot serves salads, grain bowls, and smoothies. Stop by the grand opening from 11a.m.-1 p.m. for special deals. (That’s So Tampa)
    • The Wine House opened yesterday in Gulfport’s old Backfin Blue Cafe location (2913 Beach Blvd. S.). The laid-back wine bar is open from 12-8 p.m. and has picnic tables, string lights, and a cute indoor section perfect for an after work hang.
    Eat
    Announced
    • Team Taylor Swift will start selling merch outside RayJay Wednesday, April 12, the day before the singer’s first TBAY show. The truck will be parked in Lot 12 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., but be prepared, as the gear is sure to go fast. (Tampa Bay Times)
    Art
    • This summer, PSTA will wrap its buses with artwork in honor of Juneteenth. Read the artists’ statements + vote for your favorite of the three submissions on Instagram. Voting ends this Sunday, April 9th at 11:59 p.m.
    Travel
     
    Travel and Outdoors

    Lend a hand, or a green thumb this Earth Month

    Tampa Bay Earth Month events
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    Help ensure the beach’s mangroves stay healthy by taking care of the area. | Photo by Keep Pinellas Beautiful
    Where else in the world can you kayak through a mangrove tunnel, watch mermaids sway in an underwater spring, and bike along miles and miles of coastline all within a short drive? Just living in Tampa Bay gives you an appreciation for the great outdoors.

    Let’s celebrate Tampa Bay’s natural wonders all Earth Month Long, not just on Earth Day. Here’s a few events to get you started:
    • Hispanics for our Environment Kayak River Cleanup | Saturday, Apr. 8 | 8-11 a.m. | Lowry Park | Tampa Bay Kayak Anglers are hosting this cleanup — bring your kayak or take part in the on-land trash collection.
    • SPYP Community Service: Botanical Gardens | Saturday, Apr. 8 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Florida Botanical Gardens | Pull out that green thumb for a workday in the future Majeed Discovery Garden with other St. Pete young professionals — make sure to register.
    • KPB Gandy Beach Cleanup | Saturday, Apr. 15 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Gandy Beach | Take part in the 2023 Great American Cleanup effort to clear trash and debris from the popular stretch of shoreline — supplies are provided + make sure to register.
    The Wrap
     
    Bailey Lefever in a park near a pond

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    From the editor

    In case you missed it, Union New American opened up earlier this week in South Tampa. I’m eyeing the Parker House rolls + the oysters. Make a reservation.

    Missed yesterday’s newsletter? We scoped out some egg hunts for your Easter weekend.
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