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• “Bee Gees NOW” | Wednesday, March 27 | 7:30 p.m. | The Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. MacInnes Pl., Tampa | $43+ | Check out all the hits of yesteryear reimagined by the world-traveled tribute band.
• “Tampa News Force Live!” | Wednesday, March 27 | 8-9 p.m. | Tampa Fringe Theatre, 1624 E. 7th Ave. #228, Tampa | $5 | The monthly comedy show brings together founding member Josh Santos and special guests.

• Opening Reception: “Confluence, 1964-1984" | Thursday, March 28 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Florida Museum of Photographic Arts, 1630 E. 7th Ave., Tampa | $0-$12 | It’s the start of Joel Meyerowitz’s exhibit, featuring photos from New York City and Cape Cod with a blend of color and black + white shots.
• Mixology Class | Thursday, March 28 | 6:30-8 p.m. | COhatch St. Petersburg, 15 8th St. N., St. Petersburg | $55 | Craft specialty tequila-focused cocktails guided by experts and learn more about the mixology process.

• Beyoncé Country Album Release Party | Friday, March 29 | 8 p.m. | Ride’em Cowboy, 2451 Central Ave., St. Petersburg | $14 | It’s time to sing, dance, and party along to Queen Bey’s newest release.

• Tampa Orchid Club Auction | Saturday, March 30 | 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | USF Botanical Gardens, 12210 USF Pine Dr., Tampa | $5 | Get ready to bid at this annual event where 200+ orchids are up for grabs.
• St. Pete Pier Spring Festival & Easter Egg Hunt | Saturday, March 30 | 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | Spa Beach Park, 600 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg | Free | The second annual event boasts an Easter egg hunt, bounce house, games, and vendors— suitable for all ages.

• A 98-year-old St. Pete church may soon be converted into housing. Belleair Development Group asked for city approval to develop the Westminster Presbyterian Church in Old Northeast into a single-family home + two townhomes. The Pinellas Park-based developer pledges to maintain the structure’s architectural style. (St. Pete Rising)

• Be our guest. An outdoor theatrical performance of “Beauty and the Beast” is taking place at Demens Landing in St. Pete next week. Three consecutive nights of shows begin Wednesday, April 3, allowing guests of all ages the chance to sing along to all the classic tunes. Get tickets. (I Love the Burg)

• The Tampa Bay Rays are preparing for their season opener. The Rays’ 2024 MLB Season begins at the Trop against the Toronto Blue Jays tomorrow, March 28. It’s the 18th-straight home opener sell-out for the team, with the first pitch set for 4:10 p.m. Watch on Bally Sports. (St. Pete Catalyst)

• A Midtown Tampa eatery has closed its doors. Oronzo was known for its fast-casual Italian fare, but will no longer sell its Italian burritos or offer its build your own pasta. It’s the second and final Oronzo to close, after the New Tampa spot shut down in 2022. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)

• Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas and West Pasco Counties has earned a prestigious award for the third year in a row. Organization officials say they received the US Environmental Protection Agency’s 2024 Energy Star Partner of the Year Award for contributions toward energy efficiency + clean energy. (St. Pete Catalyst)

• Breeze Airways is launching two new routes from Tampa International Airport. The airline will begin flights to Pensacola, Florida in June, and to Bangor, Maine in October. With these additions, Breeze will have 23 routes from TPA. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)

• 40. That’s how many years of business Harvey’s 4th Street Grill is celebrating. The family-owned establishment has fed St. Pete locals since 1984. Special offers + events take place Monday, April 1-Friday, April 5 and the celebrations end with an official 40th birthday party with live music. (I Love the Burg)

• Should Nikita Kucherov win the Hart Trophy as the NHL’s MVP? Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews and more from local experts of the Tampa Bay Lightning with Locked On’s daily podcasts.

• The works of Norman Rockwell and N.C. Wyeth — two of the most influential figures in 20th-century American art — are the focus of Polk Museum’s new + original large-scale exhibition. Experience the iconic art in person through Sunday, May 26.*

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• Uptown Tampa ranked No. 4, with reviewers citing the “dense urban feel” of the neighborhood. Also noted were Uptown’s dining scene, outdoor spaces, and highly rated public schools.
• At No. 6 we have Hyde Park. What a surprise. The sought-after part of Tampa is renowned for its shopping + eating, as well as its iconic bungalow architecture in luscious green surroundings, located minutes from the Bay.
• Harbour Island was ranked No. 9, classified as “upbeat, safe and friendly.” The neighborhood is within walking distance of several hotspots like Sparkman Wharf, Amalie Arena, Armature Works, and the Tampa Riverwalk.