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🍾 Cheers, TBAY
A beer sits on a ledge at Armature Works. The Hillsborough River sits behind the glass, and Tampa's skyline is visible in the background. People are by the river, and the sky barely has a cloud in it.
In a week, we’ll be toasting to Drink Up Week and some great deals around town. | Photo by TBAYtoday
We pride ourselves on keeping you in the mix — so take it from us, a week from today you’re going to want to raise a glass.

We’ll be celebrating Drink Up Week from Monday July 22 to Friday, July 26, tipping our hats to the buzziest entrepreneurs, mixologists, venues, and beverages across Tampa Bay.

We asked local businesses to participate in Drink Up Week by offering drink deals for our readers. Local businesses poured their all into the task — and the deals, well, they’re flowing.

A screenshot of the maps showing Tampa Bay's Drink Up Week spots. The spots are marked with emojis.

Here’s the map of Tampa Bay’s deals. | Photo via Proxi Map + data via Google

Presenting: TBAYtoday’s interactive map of Drink Up Deals across TBAY for our readers to bookmark, including must-grab deals like:
  • Pups Pub | 20% off Dogtails + BOGO Sheepdog shots | Bring Fido along to catch a game at the vibey spot — check dog entry requirements.
  • Mastry’s Brewing Co. | $2 off pints | Use the code “Drink Up Week” to snag a couple of bucks off at the St. Pete Beach craft beer brewery.
  • WU | 50% off boba with an entree | The recently-opened Asian fusion spot is building a reputation for its range of bubble tea options + tasty bites.
  • LALA St. Pete | $2 off craft cocktails | Save on espresso martinis + margs before booking a karaoke room in downtown St. Pete.
  • Spaddy’s Coffee Co. | 20% off coffee + tea | Don’t miss out on a discount at of Seminole Heights’ most popular joe spots.
Keep this map of Drink Up Week deals handy as you chart a course through our city next week. And don’t forget to forward this story to a friend and make plans to meet up for a drink.

Finally, a toast. We want to give a huge thank you to the local businesses participating in Drink Up Week 2024 and to you, our readers, because we know you’ll be out there supporting the beverage industry. We’ll see you at the coffee shop, brewery, and winery — drinks in hand, of course.
 
 
Events
 
Monday, July 15
  • Rare Character Dinner | Monday, July 15 | 6-10 p.m. | Grand Cathedral Cigars, 2201 N. Florida Ave., Tampa | $150 | Cigar + whiskey enthusiasts can sample exquisite pairings alongside Ybor royalty, Carlito Fuente, the president of Arturo Fuente Cigars.
  • Christmas in July Candle Experience | Monday, July 15 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Keel Farms, 5202 Thonotosassa Rd., Plant City | $55 | Celebrate the holidays early at this candle-making class — tickets include one Keel & Curley drink.
Tuesday, July 16
  • Swine and Vine | Tuesday, July 16 | 7-10 p.m. | Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant, 4110 W. Boy Scout Blvd., Tampa | $79 | Pork and pinot meet at this delicious summertime feast.
  • Janet Jackson | Tuesday, July 16 | 8 p.m. | MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre, 4801 US Hwy. 301 N., Tampa | $42+ | Decades of iconic tunes await as Jackson’s “Together Again” tour hits the outdoor TBAY stage.
Wednesday, July 17
  • “Baseball Heaven” | Wednesday, July 17 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Kerouac House, 5169 10th Ave N., St. Petersburg | $43 | Join NYT-besteller Peter Golenbock for an evening discussing his latest release which recounts decades of tales from America’s favorite pastime.
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News Notes
 
Community
  • Busch Gardens’ 10th coaster is almost ready to roll. Phoenix Rising’s rider schedule is out, starting with platinum members on Wednesday, July 17. The family-friendly ride has a lower height requirement than other coasters, and reaches speeds of 44 mph. We rounded up more info on the one-of-a-kind thrill.
Concert
  • Morgan Wallen will return to Tampa later this year after canceling his show last Friday. The country sensation said he was battling illness the night before, and has rescheduled for Friday, Oct. 4. Tickets will still be valid.
Development
  • A mixed-use development is in the works for St. Pete’s Grand Central District. Officials approved the plan to build Whitney Village, which will transform part of the Jim & Heather Gills YMCA campus with 330 dwelling units, 600 parking spots, several retail buildings, and a turf field. (St. Pete Rising)
Arts
  • A new exhibit launches later this week at the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts. The museum is hosting a ribbon cutting for “Photo Ybor: Then and Now” on Thursday, July 18 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Mayor Jane Castor + contributing artists will be there, alongside refreshments.
Legacy
  • Legendary Buccaneers’ coach Monte Kiffin passed away last week at the age of 84. Kiffin served as defensive coordinator from 1996 to 2008 + pioneered the visionary “Tampa 2 defense” — a key part of the 2003 Super Bowl victory. He was inducted into the Buccaneers Ring of Honor in 2021. (WFLA)
Environment
  • Coral Reef Awareness Week starts today and runs through Sunday, July 21. It’s an opportunity to raise awareness surrounding the dangers reefs face + how we can preserve them. Visit the Florida Aquarium, a national leader in coral reef conservation work, to learn more.
Sports
  • Are the Bucs still in the front seat in the NFC South? Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews and more from local experts of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Eat
  • Spend more time enjoying your meals than preparing them when you replace your knife + cutting board with the Fullstar Veggie Chopper. It dices, slices, and spiralizes veggies in seconds.*
Finance
  • If your Saturday consisted of mowing the lawn, deep-cleaning the patio, or heading to Home Depot, here’s one more responsible task to add to your to-do list: Move your credit card debt. This card offers 0% interest on a balance transfer until nearly 2026, plus 2% cash back on purchases.*
 
 
History
 
🥳 Happy birthday Tampa
An old photo of the Tampa Bay Hotel, now known as the Henry B Plant Museum. Its iconic silver minarets sit above intricate architecture.
Construction began on the Henry B. Plant Museum in 1888. | Photo via State Archives of Florida
On July 15, 1887, Tampa was incorporated as a city. It was a moment which, 137 years ago today, shaped the course of our modern day lives.

But how was life in the burgeoning city at the time?
  • Between 1880 and 1890, Tampa’s population grew ~770%. The decade began with 720 inhabitants, and ended with 5,532.
  • Ybor City’s cigar boom was just getting off the ground. Vicente Martinez Ybor made our area home in 1885, buying 40 acres of land to build a huge cigar factory. Other businessmen quickly followed suit and built their own.
  • After a yellow fever outbreak in 1887 — with an estimated 1,000 local infections — folks became wary of contagion within close-quartered environments. Two years later, Tampa Heights became the city’s first residential suburb.
If you want to celebrate the Big Guava’s birthday, the city is hosting a range of free, history-focused events to honor the occasion throughout the week.
 
Asked
 
Trivia: What is the City of Tampa’s population today?
Here’s a hint: It’s more than 5,532.
A. ~350,000
B. ~400,000
C. ~450,000
D. ~500,000
 
The Buy
 
🛍️ Special edition alert. The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale launches today, meaning top fashion, luxury beauty, and home items are seriously discounted.

This Kate Spade New York leather crossbody bag is $68 off.

Get Nike high waist leggings $25 off.

Le Creuset’s 7.5-quart enameled cast iron brazier is $172 off.

Get a glossy Béis suitcase $75 off.

If you’ve been eyeing an LED light therapy mask, the Dr. Dennis Gross Pro LED Light Therapy Device is $186 off.
 
 
The Wrap
 
Patrick Sidwell.jpeg Today’s edition by:
Patrick
To commiserate the country of my birth’s loss in yesterday’s European Championship soccer final, I’ll be grabbing some nostalgic treats from London Pride — a British store with two Tampa Bay area locations.

I recommend crumpets, Earl Grey tea, and a Crunchie (a honeycomb-centered chocolate bar).
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