10.24.2024

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Shhhhhh

Rent a boat and cruise down Hillsborough River. | Photo by the City of Tampa

I’'ll say it. We’re not — Tampa or St. Pete — the quietest cities in the country. I mean, we do love our ear-shattering concerts at MidFlorida and screaming our lungs to shreds at Bolts games.

But after the past month-ish, we’ll take whatever peace and quiet we can get. Luckily, there’s plenty of tranquil options if you know where to look.

Here’s a snippet of the quietest spots in Tampa Bay according to Earth.fm:

Tampa

The Riverwalk might be a little hectic, but you can’t argue with the magic of a serene sail along the Hillsborough River.
It’s not hard to find your own quiet spot at Lettuce Lake Regional Park, with 240-acres of trails, boardwalks, and an observation tower.
Take in a sunset from one of Tampa’s best waterfront parks, Cypress Point. And maybe make a wish on an airplane passing overhead or two.
Driving across the Courtney Campbell might not be the most relaxing experience, but taking the Trail by foot or bike is much more revitalizing.
The Upper Tampa Bay Park is an Old Florida paradise complete with mangrove forests, salt marshes, freshwater marshes, coastal hammocks, and pine flatwoods. Bring a camera or a keen eye to spot zebra swallowtail butterflies, bobcats, and gopher tortoises galore.

An aerial shot of Lake Maggiore in Boyd Hill Nature Preserve.

St. Pete

It’s been a Sunshine City classic from the start. Even though its parked right off the bustling Fourth Street, the tropical paradise Sunken Gardens offers a tranquil spot to read a book or revel in the moment.
Locals know this one. Drive right past the St. Petersburg Municipal Marina and you’ll find the quiet pocket of Demens Landing Park. Find a bench and look out at the Pier and the St. Pete skyline — in silence.
Sawgrass Lake Park is a hidden gem, boasting some of the Gulf Coast’s largest maple swamps on the Gulf Coast. Beware, this serene landscape is also a gator hideaway.
Whether you’re looking for an early morning hike or bird-watching adventure, Boyd Hill Nature Preserve is a great option.

Asked

What’s your favorite type of quiet place?

A. The park
B. Bed
C. The carry on terminal at TPA
D. The Salty Nun’s silent discos
E. The library

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News Notes

Civic

A reminder for Sunshine City residents: Today is the last day to request a vote by mail ballot. Pinellas voters have until 5 p.m. to request a ballot online or over the phone at 727-464-8683. (St. Pete Catalyst)

Community

Forest Hills residents are still dealing with effects from flooding during Hurricane Milton. Officials met with residents earlier this week to discuss why three pumps failed. What’s next? Tampa City Council will potentially investigate the flooding problem at a Thursday, Nov. 7 meeting. (ABC Action News)

Announced

Calling all Fresh Kitchen devotees. The build-your-own bowl spot is opening a new location right by USF on Sunday, Nov. 5. And get there early — the first 50 guests who buy a bowl get a chance at free bowls, desserts, catering, and more prizes.

Real Estate

So long, Harold Seltzer’s Steakhouse. Houston-based Service Corporation International just bought the longtime St. Pete steakhouse for $3.9 million and will turn it into a funeral home. The home will operate under the Dignity Memorial brand. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)

Plan Ahead

This party’s gonna be groovy, baby. Tow along your fave international man of mystery to St. Pete’s Harmonic Graffiti Gallery on Saturday, Nov. 2 for a 60s-themed shindig. Boogie to tunes from Beach Terror, Retro Club, and DJs, and dress to impress. (I Love the Burg)

Eat

No need for roundtrip tickets to Paris — we’ve got France at home. Gastronomix French bakery, restaurant + grocery store opened this summer in Largo. The menu features breakfast delights and other French classics, chicken curry, and chocolate mousse. (I Love the Burg)

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When can we play ball?

A drone shot of the overhead of the tattered Tropicana Field roof after Hurricane Milton.

The 100+ mph winds tore up the Trop’s roof. | Photo by City of St. Petersburg

While the Rays wait to see how much the City of St. Petersburg’s insurance covers for the Trop’s roof repairs, the team is working at getting the rest of the staff back on home base.

The front office staff will temporarily work out of the old UPC Insurance building at 800 Second Ave. S., the Tampa Bay Business Journal first reported. But that’s only a temporary fix, as Third Lake Partners purchased the land for redevelopment back in 2022.

One potential relocation option could be Al Lang Stadium — conveniently also owned by the Rays. The downtown St. Pete location was originally built for baseball, and was the longtime home of St. Louis Cardinals spring training games. It’s now being floated as a potential site for the Rays’ new temporary field.

But the facility did encounter damage during the hurricanes, and the final two home games of the Rowdies’ season were relocated. We’ll just have to see where the team ends up playing ball.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by: Bailey

I, for one am headed to the patch this weekend — the pumpkin patch that is. Every fall I make a trip to Gallagher’s on Fourth Street to check out the spread, and take my dog (Sage) to the petting zoo.

And if you see her chasing a chicken, no you didn’t.

A little girl with a blonde ponytail and leopard shirt picks out a pumpkin from rows of bright orange pumpkins. — Gallagher’s opens in September for all of your pumpkin acquisition needs.

Answered

Which Tampa would you rather visit?

Back in 2022, Tampa, Kansas residents made a visit to the Cigar City.

We really sold you on Colorado. About 63% of you are hankering for a trip to Tampa or Keenesburg, Colorado. Small town charm awaits a la Stars Hollow.

The rest of you — about 38% — are hoping to pay the Tampans of Kansas a reciprocal visit for some mouth-watering barbecue and community events.

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