Plus, the plans for Hillsborough’s new African American Arts and Cultural Center
 
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🥘 Hot Homes: an entertainer’s dream

Hot Homes: 4 Tampa Bay area homes perfect for entertaining
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No need to head to a waterfront restaurant for dinner with this Neptune Way gem. | Photo via Tony Sica Photography
It’s finally cool enough for outdoor entertaining, TBAY. Let’s make the most of it.

We’ve rounded up four Tampa + St. Pete homes on the market that will amp up your hosting game with their incredible patios, waterfront views, and state-of-the-art kitchens.

5224 W. Neptune Way, Tampa
5 bed, 8 bath, 10,123 sqft
$14.95 million

This Beach Park home makes “The Bachelor” mansion look sparse. The three-story mansion sits right off a canal and boasts a massive media room, top-of-the-line kitchen appliances, bar and lounge, formal living room, as well as a cascading pool, boat docks + a massive tanning deck.

2020 Brightwaters Blvd. NE, Saint Petersburg
5 bed, 6.5 bath, 9,722 sqft
$13 million

Prepare to be knocked out of the water (seriously, there’s a canal). Located on St. Pete’s beloved Snell Isle, “Bellissimo Palazzo,” which translates to “the beautful palace” in Italian, was designed by a well-known award-winning architect + features marble and solid wood floors, lofty ceilings, luxe appliances, a custom bar area, theater room, billiard room, elevator with chandelier, and pool — with a cabana.


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That butcher block would make for an excellent excuse to get into cooking.

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Photo via Cynthia Kaszirer, Smith & Associates Real Estate

2934 W. Bayshore Ct., Tampa
3 bed, 4 bath, 2,022 sqft
$1.299 million

Looking for European chateau vibes in the heart of South Tampa? This home is perfect for Nancy Meyers-esque movie nights and dinner parties with its real wood floors, gourmet kitchen with a butcher block island and Wolf stove, bar, and beautiful landscaping.

2030 Coffee Pot Blvd. NE, Saint Petersburg
5 bed, 6 bath, 6,076 sqft
$7.99 million

Located on St. Pete’s highly sought after Coffee Pot Boulevard, this stunning home is the dream spot to host Thanksgiving or holiday gatherings. Imagine cooking the day away in the luxe kitchen (hello, two islands) or relaxing in the wood-beamed + windowed living room.
 
Events
Friday, Oct. 20
  • Fall Pumpkin Festival and Haunted Farm | Friday, Oct. 20-Sunday, Oct. 29 | Times vary | Rapranger Family Farm, 16907 Boy Scout Rd., Odessa | $17-$20 | Make the most of the fall season with hayrides, a goblin market, pumpkin decorating, and a petting zoo.
  • Upper Tampa Bay Oktoberfest | Friday, Oct. 20-Sunday, Oct. 22 | 5 p.m. | Tampa Bay Downs, 11225 Race Track Rd., Tampa | $0-$5 | Join the Upper Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce for a weekend of German food + drinks, music, a variety of vendors, plus log sawing, stein holding, and keg hurling contests.
  • Tampa R&B Music Experience 2023 | Friday, Oct. 20 | 7 p.m. | Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Dr., Tampa | $75-$175 | Get ready to groove to tunes from R&B masters Tyrese, Monica, and more.
Saturday, Oct. 21
  • Aerobics | Saturday, Oct. 21 | 10 a.m. | Midtown Tampa, 3659 Midtown Dr., Tampa | Free | Get your heart rate up with this free full-body outdoor aerobics class in the Midtown Commons.
  • Liquid to Land: Discover St. Pete’s Waterfront History | Saturday, Oct. 21 | 10 a.m. | Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center, 700 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg | $45 | Hop aboard the vessel to listen to tales of the Burg’s history from the water + what happened to the Tampa Bay ecosystem as a result.
  • Honeymoon Island’s Fall Fest | Saturday, Oct. 21-Sunday, Oct. 22 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Honeymoon Island State Park, 1 Causeway Blvd., Dunedin | $4-$8 | Head to the scenic state park for outdoor recreation demos, nature exhibits, an arts and crafts show, and food vendors.
  • 13 Ugly Men Halloween Party | Saturday, Oct. 21 | 8 p.m.-3 a.m. | Cuban Club, 2010 N. Avenida Republica De Cuba, Tampa | $50 | Head to the spooky indoor and outdoor space for DJs, dancing, and more Halloween fun benefitting Friends of Joshua House.
Sunday, Oct. 22
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News Notes
Announced
  • Get ready — Bad Bunny is playing Amalie Arena next year on his “Most Wanted Tour.” The three-time Grammy Award + nine-time Latin Grammy Award winner comes to Tampa on May 21. Register online before 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, October 22 for a chance at scoring tickets.
Playoffs
  • The Rowdies are in the playoffs for the fifth year in a row. The club takes on Birmingham Legion FC in a quarterfinals elimination match this Saturday, Oct. 21 at 7:30 p.m. Score tickets to the match. (I Love the Burg)
Edu
  • The Hillsborough County Public Schools Board is considering a property tax referendum. The district’s Interim Superintendent Van Ayres put forth a proposal to put a tax on the ballot again, but the school board instead booked a discussion for January. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Opening
  • Craft Kafe plans to open a new location in the Skyway Marina District at 4725 34th St. S. The local coffee shop + eatery’s fourth location will open later this year or in early 2024. The new spot will be decked out with one of St. Pete’s signature murals. (St. Pete Catalyst)
Weather
  • Last week’s bout of bad weather produced six TBAY tornadoes. A report from the National Weather Service says our area experienced half a dozen twisters between Oct. 11 + 12. Forecasters say the Clearwater-Dunedin tornado brought maximum winds of 115 miles per hour. (WUSF News)
Plan Ahead
  • Already waiting on winter? Water Street Tampa is hosting its “Season Spectacular” on Friday, Nov. 17, from 5-9 p.m. The popular area will be decked out with holiday dećor, plus serve special eats and drinks, and host kids’ activities. (That’s So Tampa)
Drink
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Development

🏗️ What’s going up in Tampa?

Take a look at the plans for Hillsborough’s new African American Arts and Cultural Center
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The spot will serve as a community for folks of all ages. | Rendering via Hillsborough County
Introducing Hillsborough’s new African American Arts and Cultural Center — coming soon to 2103 N. Rome Ave. in Tampa.

The county just shared its plans for the 50,000-square-foot building, which will replace the current West Tampa Community Resource Center, according to a release. The hub will feature public experience, meeting, and event spaces, galleries, labs, studios, a retail component, a café, an amphitheater, lawn space, and a ribbon trail.

The county estimates the project will cost $30 million.

Now’s your chance to weigh in. The county is hosting three public meetings to get feedback:
  • Monday, Oct. 23, at 6:30 p.m. at C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library
  • Monday, Oct. 30, at 6:30 p.m. at Emanuel P. Johnson Recreation Center
  • Wednesday, Nov. 1, at 6:30 p.m. at West Tampa Community Resource Center
You can also submit feedback online from Oct. 23-Nov. 8.
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