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A flooded parking lot at an apartment complex in Clearwater. Cars are submerged in water, mostly halfway up, and there is trash in the standing floodwater.
Updates on Hurricane Milton’s ongoing impacts in Tampa Bay | Unfortunately, while Helene and Milton have passed, their impacts linger in Tampa Bay — from standing water and scrapyard fires to water billing issues.
A pumpkin patch overlooking the Hillsborough River. Pumpkins are scattered on hay, with green chairs ready for photo ops. The Tampa skyline is visible in the distance with cloudy skies overhead.
Enjoy last minute fall and Halloween fun in Tampa Bay | Helene and Milton somewhat robbed us of fun this fall. But it’s not too late to soak in all the pumpkin patches, ghoulish delights, and seasonal shopping.
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Quietest places in the Tampa Bay area | After the past month-ish, we need some peace and quiet. We’re sharing some of the most tranquil spots across Tampa Bay.

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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Events

This Weekend

Hyde Park Village Art Fair | Saturday, Oct. 26-Sunday, Oct. 27 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Hyde Park Village | Free entry | Find your new favorite artist at the 34th annual festival in the trendy South Tampa area.

The Heights District’s 7th Annual Fall Fest | Saturday, Oct. 26 | 12 p.m. | Armature Works | Free entry | It’s the final weekend to check out the mini fall market, DJ, bounce house, and petting zoo — plus, bring donations for Metropolitan Ministries.

“Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery” | Saturday, Oct. 26-Sunday, Nov. 3 | Times vary | Carrollwood Players, Tampa | $22+ | Watch as the Players dazzle you with Arthur Conan Doyle’s murderously funny adventure.

Yoga with Kodawari Studios | Sunday, Oct. 27 | 9:30 a.m. | Armature Works | Free | Make the most of the slightly cooler temps with an outdoor flow — make sure to bring a mat + show up early.

Plan Ahead

Make Sushi With Chef Vivian and Michi | Tuesday, Oct. 29, Thursday, Nov. 14, Tuesday, Nov. 26 | Times vary | Dracula’s Legacy Wine Bar, Tampa | $55 | Elevate your sushi-making skills with a primer in crafting a veggie hand roll + spicy tuna roll — no experience necessary.

Hillsborough County Fair | Thursday, Oct. 31-Monday, Nov. 11 | Times vary | Hillsborough County Fairgrounds, Brandon | $3+ | What’s more fall than the fair, with a cowboy circus, Paul Bunyan lumberjack show, fair eats, and rides galore?

Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 | Friday, Nov. 1 | 8-10 p.m. | The Straz Center for the Performing Arts, Tampa | $23+ | Experience the magic of the classic symphony from ever-talented Florida Orchestra.
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News Notes

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.
Announced
  • St. Pete’s decades-long New Year’s Eve tradition is not running this year. First Night is canceled for 2024 after 30 years of hosting family-friendly fun in North and South Straub Parks. Officials say they do not have the financial backing to support the $170,000 event. (St. Pete Catalyst)
Cause
  • Feeding Tampa Bay needs our help. The nonprofit is looking for volunteers for daily food distribution events across the Tampa Bay area to prepare meals for those in need. And if you need food, keep tabs on the organization’s Instagram page for daily updates.
Coming Soon
  • Voodoo Brewing Co. just opened its doors in downtown St. Pete. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurant and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website.
Number
  • $3.11. That’s how much a gallon of gas costs in Florida right now. Read more about the cost of living in Tampa Bay, including the median household income, and average cost of healthcare and groceries.
Wellness
  • Posture check — this is your weekly reminder to straighten your back. If that felt good, imagine how nice a stretch at Gaze Hot Yoga would feel. Find your flow at these Tampa Bay area yoga studios.
Sports
  • Tampa Bay Buccaneers running backs are the key to beating the Atlanta Falcons. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with Locked On’s daily podcasts.

    City Guide

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    Let the surrealist art at The Dalí melt your mind. | Photo via @sabio28
    Museums are the cultural hubs of TBAY. Whether you’re looking to learn something new about Tampa or St. Pete, or simply plotting a way to spend your Saturday afternoon, here are 20 museums to visit in our area.

    Arts

    Tampa Museum of Art, Tampa | $0-$25
    At this museum, you can find 5,000 years of artwork from around the world.. Its permanent collection includes priceless masterpieces by legendary artists such as Picasso, Renoir, and Van Gogh.

    FloridaRAMA, St. Petersburg | $19-$27
    Enter St. Pete’s very own dreamscape blending art and technology with works by 70+ artists. The plethora of artist-commissioned custom dioramas includes strawberry and mermaid motel-themed displays.

    Don’t miss: There’s too many gems to name, but we love the mirrored manatee and the life-sized shrimp cocktail — and we wish both were real.
    City Guides are presented by Water Street Tampa.
    Even more gems

    The Buy
    Tru Rescue electrolyte drinks — each can features sparkling water, blackberry juice, electrolytes, lemon balm, and prickly pear extract to help keep you hydrated.
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    The Wrap

    Today’s edition by: Bailey
    A banner reads "Voting is Cool" with the Stars and Stripes emblazoned behind. "We the People" is in the bottom left of the banner, with the Hillsborough County logo.

    Yes it is. | Photo by TBAYtoday

    The double storms have shaken up the election season status quo a bit. But officials have announced extended early voting (through Election Day) in Pinellas + switched out an affected site in Hillsborough.

    I’m planning on heading to the polls this weekend. And trust, I won’t forget to check out our voting guide first.

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