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Flash back to the 50s at Canned Ham Vintage

This Sarasota vintage shop sells to “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”

Visit the shop at 2081 12th St., Sarasota | Photo via @cannedhamvintage

When Ashley Rogers saw the intricately beaded Malcolm Starr cocktail dress sale process on her Sarasota vintage store’s website two years ago, she called her online manager and screamed.

The cream 1960s gown had sold to “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” the acclaimed Amazon Prime series following the journey of a 1950s Jewish housewife turned standup comic.

Because when “Maisel” buys something, you know it, said Ashley Rogers, the owner of Canned Ham Vintage, a Sarasota shop that sells vintage clothes, homewares, and tons of accessories from decades past. The curated store often sells pieces to movie sets in California, she added, but the orders don’t typically identify the show, just “Universal Set 3" or the like.

But the destination of the period dress was clear: “Costuming for ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’.”

“They’re very forward,” she said of the “Maisel” team. “And I kind of feel like they do that on purpose. Because they know that as vintage dealers, we’re so excited about the show that they want us to be excited.”

Stop by the treasure trove to hunt for the perfect pink jacket, hat, or dress.
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Photo by @cannedhamvintage

The folks at the Canned Ham are “obsessed” with the show, which debuted in 2017 and has won tons of awards for its punchy, period-accurate clothes, accessories, and sets. And “Maisel” has picked up more goodies — matching purple Leah Aiken purse and wooden heels from the 1990s. Rogers imagines the pair may be used in one of the show’s flashes to the future, perhaps on matriarch Rose Weissman.

“We’re just excited, because now we get to be a part of something that’s special to us,” she said. “We love selling vintage, like that’s the ultimate goal is to find things a new home. But it’s one of those things where you feel like you’re a little tiny part of the show.”

As for the dress, Rogers hopes Midge herself might don the glam gown for one of the show’s final episodes.

Now, the shop owner is watching closely with the rest of “Maisel” fans — and waiting for the pieces’ shining moments — in this show or another in the Amy Sherman-Palladino universe.

The first three episodes of the hit Amazon Prime series’ fifth and final season premiered Friday, April 14. Watch online.

Events

Today, April 17

Lantern Making Workshop | Monday, Apr. 17 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Armature Works, 1910 N. Ola Ave., Tampa | $35 | Craft your own beacon of light for the upcoming Tampa Riverfest lantern parade.

Tuesday, April 18

Redon Plate Painting Workshop | Tuesday, Apr. 18 | 6-8 p.m. | The Dalí Museum, 1 Dalí Blvd., St. Petersburg | $30-$40 | Design a ceramic plate inspired by Odilon Redon’s “The Dream of Butterflies” with guidance from the team at Practically Pikasso — plates will be kiln-fired and food-safe.

Wednesday, April 19

Earth Week Series 2023 | Wednesday, Apr. 19 | Mirror Lake Community Library, 280 Fifth St. N., St. Petersburg | Free | Learn about air plants and composting in celebration of Earth Week.

Thursday, April 20

Tampa Bay Taco Week | Thursday, April 20-Sunday, April 30 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Across Tampa Bay | Free | Enjoy taco and drink specials at Gallito, Datz, Jimmy’s Tacos, and more local spots — just ask for the taco week special.
The Opera Cowgirls | Thursday, Apr. 20 | 7:30 p.m. | Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa | $35 | This critically-acclaimed group is sure to wow the crowd with opera, bluegrass, and country.
Tommy Prine | Thursday, Apr. 20 | 8 p.m. | Palladium Theater, 253 Fifth Ave. N., St. Petersburg | $25-$40 | Gulfport’s own John Prine passed away in 2020, but you can see his son’s soulful performance.
Movies in the Park | Thursday, Apr. 20 | North Straub Park, Fifth Ave. NE and Bayshore Dr., St. Petersburg | Free | Bring the blanket, chairs, and snacks to watch “Wall-E” and a musical performance on the waterfront.

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Wellness

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News Notes

Sports

Put it in the record books. The Rays fell 3-6 to the Blue Jays on Friday — ending their 13-game win streak.

Development

St. Pete is looking for developers to transform the downtown’s waterfront marina + Fresco’s Waterfront Bistro. The new partner would revampthe St. Petersburg Municipal Marina, and operate it once finished. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Calling all Target devotees. Wesley Chapel is getting a massive new Target. The 148,000-sqft store will be located at the intersection of Oakley Boulevard and Pink Flamingo Lane. (Tampa Bay Times)

Opening

Just in time for summer — Elev8 Fun is opening a second Florida location at Citrus Park Town Center. The indoor amusement park will boast 100 arcade games, an indoor go-kart course, and blacklight mini golf. (That’s So Tampa)

Eat

Head over to Cecelia’s Sweets on Central Avenue for all your ice cream + soft pretzel needs. The spot recently opened in the old Sweet Stack location + boasts an art gallery with rotating pieces. (I Love the Burg)
Crisp & Green is now open in Water Street Tampa (1055 E. Cumberland Ave.). Stop by the fast-casual eatery for a “Wild Wild Southwest” or “You Feta Believe It” salad, açaí, or grain bowl. Check out the menu. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)

Finance

Now may be a good time to transfer your balance. This leading balance transfer card offers 0% intro APR for 21 months and no annual fee. Eliminating interest payments? A no-brainer.*

Tech

The next time you travel, don’t get stuck with cheap wired headphones the airline passes out — meet the AirFly wireless audio transmitter. The device connects the plane’s in-flight entertainment to your wireless headphones via Bluetooth. It’s sorta the one thing we never fly without. Shop it now.

Drink

Ditch the hangover without having to ditch your favorite cocktail with Ritual Zero Proof Spirits. The award-winning brand makes non-alcoholic rum, tequila, gin, and whiskey so you can enjoy the ritual of having a drink without feeling icky the following day. Psst — check out Ritual’s collection of cocktail recipes.

Eat

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Sports

How ‘bout a jolt of team spirit?

Celebrate the Tampa Bay Lightning postseason run

Mayor Castor, Thunderbug, and crew raise the flag at City Hall | Photo via the City of Tampa

The Lightning are in the postseason for the sixth season in a row. They don’t call us #ChampaBay for nothin’.

The first playoff game is tomorrow night, April 18, against the Toronto Maple Leafs. But the celebration starts now (well, really over the weekend).

Here’s a few ways to jolt into the action:

Mayor Jane Castor and the Lightning (hopefully including Thunderbug) will raise the Bolts banner at Tampa City Hall at 12 p.m. today. Plus, the Blue Crew will hand out souvenirs.
Since the first two games are on the road, head to Thunder Alley for pre-game Thunder Alley for pre-game festivities + a watch party Tuesday and Thursday night during the games — it’s sure to be just as electric as inside Amalie for games three and four.
Snap a pic of Old City Hall (315 E. Kennedy Blvd.) at night when it lights up electric blue.
Host a watch party at home with all of your favorite local, Bolts-themed eats... and hockey fans. We recommend a custom charcuterie board from Tampa’s Adored Boards (complete with a lightning bolt cut-out brie).

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Bailey

From the editor

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Missed Friday’s newsletter? We spilled the deets on the Bucs’ new, old throwback jerseys.

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