Westshore Apartments, 4601 W. Gray St.

• Tropical surroundings + landscaping
• Patio or balcony for every apartment
• Swimming pool + barbecue area
• On-site laundry facilities
• Pet-friendly

MAA Hyde Park, 502 S. Fremont Ave.

• Two swimming pools
• On-site dog park
• Fitness center open 24 hours a day, and a yoga studio
• Picnic + grilling area
• Outdoor fireplace pavilion

Casa Bella on Westshore, 6601 S. West Shore Blvd.

• Upgraded fitness center
• Two pools + gas grills
• Views of Old Tampa Bay
• Pet-friendly with outdoor sitting areas
• Carports + garages

The Delmar, 4003 S. West Shore Blvd.

• Three pools and an outdoor grilling area
• Fishing pier, boat parking, and kayak launch
• Fitness center + tennis court
• Dog park
• Car washing station
• Clubhouse + cafe

Bay Crossing, 4711 S. Himes Ave.

• Off-leash dog park + dog grooming station
• Pool with pergola-covered grill and lake views
• Walking distance to Publix + Target
• Fitness center + clubhouse
• 24-hour locker system for packages

• Christmas in the Wild | Friday, Dec. 8-Saturday, Dec. 30 | Times vary | ZooTampa at Lowry Park, 1101 W. Sligh Ave., Tampa | $0-$48 | Get in the festive spirit while surrounded by animals, along with millions of lights, displays, and holiday cheer.

• St. Petersburg Saturday Morning Market | Saturday, Dec. 9 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Al Lang Stadium, 230 First St. SE, St. Petersburg | Free | The popular weekend market features fruits + veggies, meats, food trucks, artists, makers, live music, and entertainment.
• Imagine Museum’s Night Shift | Saturday, Dec. 9 | 5-9 p.m. | Imagine Museum, 1901 Central Ave., St. Petersburg | $10 | Peruse the museum’s exhibits, galleries, and displays at night at this monthly event.
• Santa in the Park | Saturday, Dec. 9-Saturday, Dec. 23 | 6-9 p.m. | North Straub Park, Fifth Ave. NE and Bayshore Dr., St. Petersburg | Free | Say hi to Santa and grab a special photo for the family on select nights until Dec. 23.
• Special Concert: Handel’s Messiah | Saturday, Dec. 9 | 8 p.m. | Mahaffey Theater, 400 First St. S., St. Petersburg | $20-$60 | Listen to the sounds of the classic holiday-season oratorio, performed by the Master Chorale of Tampa Bay alongside the Florida Orchestra.

• Jingle Bell Run | Sunday, Dec. 10 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | George M. Steinbrenner Field, 1 Steinbrenner Dr., Tampa | $30-$40 | Tie those laces for a 5k, 1-mile, or kid’s dash, alongside entertainment, a visit from Santa, costume contests, a silent auction, and more.
• Indie Flea presents Ybor City Flea | Sunday, Dec. 10 | 12-4 p.m. | 1920 Ybor City, 1920 E. Seventh Ave., Tampa | Free | Hunt for vintage goods, decor, clothing, and eats in the renovated Ybor venue + at the street market.
• Jingle Bell Bazaar | Sunday, Dec. 10 | 12-6 p.m. | Centennial Park, 1800 E. Eighth Ave., Tampa | Free | The fifth annual market features live music, dance performances, tons of vendors, face painting, local food trucks, a video gaming truck, and a Santa’s Wonderland featuring Mr. Kringle.

• Ybor City’s Barterhouse (1811 N. 15th St.) has transformed for the holiday season. Ornaments, lights, trees, and more holiday decorations line the walls, ceilings, and windows at the temporarily-named Blitz Inn. Guests can enjoy a themed cocktail menu and a range of tasty bites. (That’s So Tampa)

• The Buccaneers play the Atlanta Falcons this weekend, and the game has big playoff ramifications. Pro Football Focus says a win would boost the Bucs’ chances of making the playoffs to 52%, while a loss would lower that number to 8%. Kick-off in Atlanta is at 1 p.m. on Sunday. (Pro Football Focus)

• Chris Stapleton is headed to Tampa. The singer-songwriter will play the MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre on Friday, May 10, 2024 on his “All American Road Show” tour. Tickets go on sale next Friday, Dec. 15. (WFLA)

• Yes, they’re all you can eat. Tampa Oyster Festival returns this weekend to Tabella’s at Delaney Creek (5818 Causeway Blvd.). The event on Sunday, Dec. 10 runs 1-5 p.m. and offers a range of oyster delicacies, as well as drinks + live music. Enjoy as many as you want starting at $125. (That’s So Tampa)

• The former FLocale space is up for sale in the Seminole Heights neighborhood. The spot was home to King of the Coop, Slide hot dogs + burgers, and Westshore Pizza before closing its doors in October. The 5910 N. Florida Ave. location is listed for $3 million and boasts 8,500+ sqft of space. (Creative Loafing Tampa Bay)

• 9th Street Coffee & Bar is now open in St. Pete. The cozy Italian spot — located at 2930 Dr. MLK Jr. St. — offers coffee, wines, and pasta in an ode to European dining. (I Love the Burg)

• The Florida Botanical Gardens is in the running for a holiday-light accolade. The Largo gardens were included among USA Today’s top 20 light displays in the country, and the field will be narrowed to 10 today. (St. Pete Catalyst)

• A new custom menswear store is coming to downtown St. Pete. Tweeds Suit Shop already has locations in Tampa + Sarasota, and the owner hopes to open in the Burg on or before March 1, 2024. The 855 Central Ave. location will offer tailored suits, sport coats, dress shirts, and more. (St. Pete Rising)

• We all know + love Holiday Carolers. But have you experienced Rapping Holiday Carolers? Jam along to this lyrical twist on festive favorites at the Water Street Tampa Winter Wonder Wharf, Dec. 9 from 6-9 p.m., and enjoy elaborately decorations and stations, like the colorful tree forest.*

• Big box stores continue to lobby for the Credit Card Competition Act — a bill that could dismantle credit card rewards. If signed into law, corporations would benefit from lower fees by potentially sacrificing the security and benefits of cardholders. Learn more about the bill and ways to voice your stance.**

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• The free-to-ride TECO Streetcar runs between Ybor City and downtown.
• Ride-share services stop the parking-spot hunt, like Uber, Lyft, or DASH.
• The Pirate Water Taxi has stops along the Hillsborough River, and also has one on each of Davis + Harbour Islands.