07.25.2023

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Take an accessible hike, TBAY

Take an accessible hike on one of these trails in Tampa Bay

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Bring a camera for capturing some landscape shots at Lettuce Leaf. | Photo via @nicolecatherinetravels

The outdoors are for everybody — and there are plenty of hikes in our area that are friendly to wheelchairs, strollers, and other mobility aids. Get some fresh air on three of our favorite accessible trails.

🌲 Lettuce Lake Park

Spot wildlife like turtles, birds, fish, and gators from the boardwalks. The boardwalk loops are relatively flat and are typically at least 4 ft wide. We recommend parking at the lot on Osprey Drive, where there is a designated accessible parking spot.

🌳 Flatwoods Loop Trail

This 11-mile loop winds through the Flatwoods Wilderness Preserve, affording a tree-lined trek over a paved trail. The surface is generally smooth and flat, and typically 10 ft wide. Park in one of the four designated accessible spots at the Bruce B. Downs Boulevard lot at the trail’s north end.

🏝 Al Lopez Park Trail

Enjoy water views from the 1.2-mile interior loop, which carves through wooded areas. The paved, flat trail ranges between 4 to 10 ft wide. Don’t forget to stop at the Cordelia Hunt Community Center, which is also wheelchair accessible.

What’s your go-to wheelchair-accessible trail? Let us know where we should explore next.

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Events

Tuesday, July 25

Taco Tuesday | Tuesday, July 25 | 4-7 p.m. | Big Easy Bar, 1704 E. 7th Ave., Tampa | Price of purchase | Dine-in guests can enjoy $2 tacos all day + $2 off all margaritas.
Tampa Tarpons vs. Dunedin Blue Jays | Tuesday, July 25-Sunday, July 30 | 6:30 p.m. | George M. Steinbrenner Field, 1 Steinbrenner Dr., Tampa | $2-$12 | Watch Tampa’s Minor League Baseball team take its close-by coastal rival.

Wednesday, July 26

“Tampa News Force Live!” | Wednesday, July 26 | 8-9 p.m. | Tampa Fringe Theatre, 1624 E. 7th Ave. #228, Tampa | $5 | The monthly comedy show brings together writer + award-winning videographer Josh Santos and a handful of special guests.

Thursday, July 27

St. Pete Beach Drive Dine & Wine Tour | Thursday, July 27 | 5:30-9 p.m. | Vinoy Hotel, 501 5th Ave. NE, St. Petersburg | $94 | Visit the Vinoy Hotel, Birchwood Inn, The Canopy, and more for the food and bevs of your dreams.

Friday, July 28

Salsa Sounds with Alex Garrido | Friday, July 28 | 7:30 p.m.-12 a.m. | The Tampa EDITION, 500 Channelside Dr., Tampa | Free | Listen to salsa music on the rooftop while sipping cocktails + taking in panoramic views of Downtown Tampa.
Monty Python’s “Spamalot” | Friday, July 28 | 8 p.m. | Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Rd., Tampa | $30-$35 | This comedy musical retells the legend of King Arthur, his Knights of the Round Table, and the Holy Grail.

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Elevate your humble abode by updating old appliances and investing in the best of today’s smart home technology. Or simply indulge in redecorating (that’s not a four-letter word in your house, is it?).

Browse the items that will level up every room of your house.

Adjustable standing desk, $139.99 — Upgrade your work-from-home space with this desk that can be adjusted to your custom height.

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See bedroom + kitchen picks

News Notes

Travel

What’s the opposite of a snowbird? A new nonstop flight to Calgary, Canada, out of Tampa International will begin this December. Pro tip: It’s a great chance to see the Canadian Rockies + put a pause on TBAY’s sticky humidity. Reserve your tickets. (That’s So Tampa)

State

School is (almost) in session, TBAY, which means the Back-to-School sales tax holiday is here. Today through Sunday, Aug. 6 you can save money on new clothes, supplies, backpacks, and even personal computers. Check the full list. (WFLA)

Biz

Sportsman’s Warehouse — a 33,000-sqft outdoor recreation store full of everything from binoculars and fishing rods to hiking shoes and kayaks — opens its doors this Thursday, July 27, at 18071 Highwood Preserve Pkwy. The first 200 customers will get a free hat and gift card.

Opening

Meet your next date night. The Candle Pour, a Hyde Park staple, opens tomorrow at 128 Central Ave. in the Burg. The new spot lets you create your perfect own in wax form. Reserve your booking for $10. (I Love the burg)

Wellness

The Serotonin Center is bringing hormone restoration therapies + immunity and recovery treatments to the Sundial this December. Need R and R today? Check our guide to pampering yourself. (St. Pete Catalyst)

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Brad

From the editor

This one’s for my gamers, Buccaneers fans, and sports trivia nerds. This year was the first time since 2019 that a Madden game didn’t place a Bucs QB on its annual top ten list. But a few of our pewter boys scored really high in Madden NFL 24:

Tristian Wirfs — 92 overall
Lavonte David — 91 overall
Mike Evans — 90 overall

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