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Turn around, bright eyes
A dark blue sky with the moon mostly covering the sun behind, which is shining beyond the moon in a small crescent shape. There are some stars visible in the sky.
A solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun. | Photo via Pexels
There’s a total solar eclipse on its way to the US on Monday, April 8. The Moon will block sunlight in totality from 2:30 p.m. EDT on the Texas-Mexico border, and will cross the entire country to the Maine-Canada border at around 3:35 p.m. EDT.

Although the Tampa Bay area won’t feel the full effects of the eclipse, here’s how you can partake in this rare event:

What’s happening?

In the Tampa Bay area, the eclipse will begin around 1:43 p.m, but the most important time to prepare for is 3 p.m. That’s when we will see the largest obscuration of the sun, which will measure around 66%.

A map of the totality path across the United States. It spans from Texas up to Maine, with a green colored US landscape used.

The path of totality is 115 miles wide.

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Screenshot via NASA

Where to watch in Tampa Bay

There are a whole host of eclipse watch parties taking place across TBAY. Here are a few to check out:
  • The Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival + Visit St. Pete/Clearwater are hosting an eclipse party at Clearwater Beach, starting at 1:45 p.m. The first 2,500 people will receive a special pair of eclipse glasses.
  • A handful of TBAY libraries are also hosting events in honor of the occasion, including John F. Germany Public Library, Egypt Lake Partnership Library, Safety Harbor Public Library, and Seminole Community Library.
  • The Museum of Science and Industry in Tampa, and St. Pete’s Great Explorations Children’s Museum are both celebrating the eclipse with special events and ways to watch.
  • The St. Petersburg College Planetarium is open to the public from 1:30 to 4 p.m. where telescopes are available — with solar filters in place, of course.
With your solar eclipse glasses in hand, we also recommend hitting up one of our area’s gorgeous parks.

Heads up: For anyone with homemade solar eclipse viewers, don’t throw them out after the event. A USF professor is collecting them.
 
Asked
 
The last solar eclipse to impact to the Tampa Bay area had a maximum totality of 81%. When did that happen?
A. 2022
B. 2019
C. 2017
D. 2014
 
Events
 
Thursday, April 4
  • Inside Beethoven’s “Eroica” | Thursday, April 4 | 7:30 p.m. | Mahaffey Theater, 400 1st St. S., St. Petersburg | Pay what you can | Learn from Michael Francis’ humorous insights before the famous symphony begins.
  • “Mrs. Doubtfire” | Thursday, April 4-Sunday, April 7 | Times vary | The Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. MacInnes Pl., Tampa | $53+ | Time is running out to watch the hit comedy musical based on the novel-turned Robin Williams movie.
Friday, April 5
  • Buddy Cruise Charity Golf Tournament | Friday, April 5 | 12-5 p.m. | The Bayou Club, 7978 Bayou Club Blvd., Largo | $125 | Play alone, in a pair, or in a team to help raise money for people with special needs at the fifth annual event.
  • “This is My Brave” | Friday, April 5 | 7 p.m. | Music Concert Hall at the USF School of Music, 3755 USF Holly Dr., Tampa | Free with reservation | Students share their lived experiences with mental health + addiction on stage.
Saturday, April 6
  • Spring Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show | Saturday, April 6-Sunday, April 7 | Times vary | Florida State Fairgrounds Special Events Center, 4802 US 301 N., Tampa | $8-$10 | The yearly show features vendors selling minerals, crystals, specimens, fossils, beads, and jewelry, and entertainment options for the kiddos.
Sunday, April 7
  • 24th Annual Seminole Heights Home Tour | Sunday, April 7 | 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. | American Legion Post 111, 6918 N. Florida Ave., Tampa | $25-$30 | Explore the historic neighborhood’s houses and architecture at the long-running event.
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Where to live the suite life in Tampa
Exterior shots of hotels in Water Street Tampa.
All four hotels sit a short distance from local hotspots like Sparkman Wharf, the Tampa Convention Center, and Downtown. | Photos provided by Strategic Property Partners
One of our favorite parts of Water Street Tampa is its walkability. No matter where you start, you’re never far from shopping, restaurants, beautiful greenspaces, and excellent entertainment options.

Whether you’re looking for a staycation or you want to show off your city to visitors, the urban community’s waterfront location also offers the largest collection of hotel rooms in the Tampa Bay area.

Here are our top picks for living the suite life in Tampa:
  • The Tampa EDITION — Foodie fanatics will love Lilac, the hotel’s Michelin-starred restaurant... and everyone will love the five-star experience.
  • JW Marriott Tampa Water Street — Unwind at the spa or grab a drink and a breathtaking skyline view at Beacon, Tampa’s highest rooftop bar.
  • ROOST Tampa — Offering extended-stay, fully-furnished apartments and dedicated co-working spaces, this full-service option can be your comfy home base as long as you need.
  • Tampa Marriott Water Street — Stay right on the Riverwalk and enjoy delicious seafood dining + stunning ocean views.
 
News Notes
 
Shop
  • The final Indie Flea of the season in St. Pete is this weekend. The monthly event brings in 200+ local vendors, each showcasing handmade crafts, clothes, art, and other goods. Browse at The Factory (2606 Fairfield Ave.) on Sunday, April 7 from 12 to 4 p.m. (I Love the Burg)
Coming Soon
  • Get ready to rock. BODYROK is opening a Downtown St. Pete location soon at 855 Central Ave. The popular Pilates workout is currently available in Sparkman Wharf with its state-of-the-art reformers. An opening date has not yet been announced.
Number
  • $24.3 billion. That’s the combined wealth of Tampa Bay’s seven resident billionaires, according to Forbes. Ronald Wanek ranked highest among locals — the St. Pete-based founder of Ashley Furniture has an estimated net worth of $5.3 billion. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Try This
  • Water Street Tampa and Sparkman Wharf are getting ready to celebrate The Masters Tournament. Temporary putt-putt courses + golf simulators are being set up for the public to enjoy Friday, April 12-Sunday, April 14. It costs $10 to play. (That’s So Tampa)
Ranked
  • No. 12. That’s where Tampa ranks among US cities for career flexibility, according to CommercialCafe. Findings were reached using metrics like career growth, remote working opportunities, and commute time. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Award
  • The Tampa Convention Center has been nominated for Best Convention Center in the Southeast for the second consecutive year, having won the honor in 2023. TCC boasts 600,000 sqft of space, and hosts a wide range of events throughout the year. Voting is now open.
Sports
  • What are the Bucs going to do in the NFL Draft? Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews and more from local experts of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
 
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City
 
🌊 The Manhattan Stormwater Project
A photo of Mannatan Ave and Vasconia Street with flooding on the roads. The residential area has houses around and there are cars driving through the water nearby.
South Tampa’s roads are no strangers to standing water. | Photo via City of Tampa
South Tampa is known for its bars, restaurants, shopping, and gorgeous Bay views. But it’s also a flooding hotspot.

Local officials have been working on a solution. It involves introducing a new stormwater pipe, just under a mile long, along a portion of South Manhattan Avenue. The area does not currently have a stormwater system, hence why it floods so readily.

The new pipe will help drain water faster, keeping the roads dryer and safer for locals. With close to $1 million in federal funding announced this week, the ~$11 million project is set to begin near the end of 2024. The work should be finished by spring of 2026.

The news comes after St. Pete just approved using almost $8 million to reduce flooding in the Shore Acres neighborhood.

Let us know where you’d like to see more flooding assistance in the Tampa Bay area.
 
The Buy
 
A bicycle phone holder that fits on bikes, e-bikes, and exercise bikes. The phone holder mounts right onto handlebars, letting you use navigation apps and keep your phone secure during rides.
 
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