Plus, plans for “Tampa’s main street.”
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Let’s give our local faves some praise
Henry B. Plant Museum
The museum houses original hotel furnishings and art objects collected by Plant from Europe and Asia. | Photo via Wikimedia Commons
Hey, history buffs. Submit your unofficial historical locations around town.

Have you ever looked at a local spot and thought, “This place deserves to be commemorated?” Our city is full of legendary locations – many of which are indicated by historical markers. Historical markers reveal significant places, streets, neighborhoods, buildings, businesses, and cultural events from the past or present. Think: The University of Tampa or the Jackson House.

But not all significant areas get the attention they deserve. What about Wright’s Gourmet House where everyone gets their birthday, wedding, and just because cakes. Or the spot on the Hillsborough River where Tom Brady flipped the Lombardi Trophy to Cameron Brate — who was on another boat.

We want to put these places on the map — literally.
A map shows the Tampa Bay area including, Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and other municipalities, surrounded by water.

We’re putting your unofficial historical locations on the map.

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Rules + details

Submit your historic place for a chance to be featured nationwide on our historical marker map. Our favorite submissions will then be featured in our newsletter, where we’ll put it to a vote. Who knows? Maybe it will receive an official historical marker.

Submissions are open through 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 3.

Finalists will be selected by our team and announced in our newsletter. These finalists will then go head-to-head in a vote for our readers’ favorite. The winner will be announced later in December. No promises that it will get an actual historical marker, but it will be one in our hearts.

Want to know more about official historical markers around town? Check out the Historical Marker Database.
Make history

Events

Friday, Nov. 15

Season Spectacular | 5-9 p.m. | Water Street Tampa | Free | Kick off the winter season with the unveiling of the neighborhood’s holiday dećor, festive food and beverages, themed kids’ activities, and cheerful live entertainment.

Winter Wonder Wharf | 5-9 p.m. | Sparkman Wharf | Free | Prepare to be dazzled as the neighborhood transforms for the holiday season with a 30-ft tree, DJ, LED drummers, an ice-skating act, and a Rockettes-style performance.

Bert Kreischer & Mike Calta | 7 p.m. | Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater | $64+ | Enjoy a well-needed laugh from the TBAY-born comedian’s “Bert Aid” show — all proceeds go to Metropolitan Ministries to aid relief for those affected by Hurricane Helene and Milton.

Badfish: a Tribute to Sublime w/ Seranation | 7-11 p.m. | Jannus Live, St. Petersburg | $25 | The tribute band takes on the massively popular of ska, punk, and reggae band’s biggest hits, accompanied by St. Pete’s very own Seranation.

“Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical” | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | The Straz Center for the Performing Arts | $51+ | It’s your last chance to watch your favorite grumpy, green humanoid learn the true meaning of Christmas.

Saturday, Nov. 16

The Midtown Tampa Craft Festival | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Midtown Tampa | Free entry | Shop for artisan goods, pick up treats, and enjoy public art displays.

Tampa Bay Lightning vs. New Jersey Devils | 7 p.m. | Amalie Arena | $56+ | Watch as the Bolts try to cool the Devils’ hot streak.

Sunday, Nov. 17

Florida Bridal & Wedding Expo | 12-5 p.m. | Florida State Fairgrounds, Tampa | Free with reservation | Start realizing your dream wedding with this incredible display of local florists, caterers, live bands, and more.

6th Ford Taste of Latino Festival | 12-6 p.m. | Centennial Park, Tampa | Free | Prepare for an Empanada Smackdown, vote in the Cuban sandwich contest, try tons of local eats, and enjoy live music and fun aplenty.
Calendar events here
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Seasonal

✨ Kick off the holidays at Season Spectacular on Water Street
Presented by Strategic Property Partners
Water Street decorated with holiday lights and people walking along the street, a family sampling chocolate, a group of girls dancing with headphones on.
Still haven’t found the perfect holiday card photo? Try snagging one at Winter Wonder Wharf’s many Instagrammable photo op spots. | Photos provided by Strategic Property Partners. Gif created by TBAYtoday.
The peppermint drinks are flowing, Mariah Carey is everywhere, and Season Spectacular returns to Water Street on Friday, Nov. 15. We’re calling it — the holiday season is officially here.

Experience Water Street draped with 400,000+ dazzling lights along with these spectacular features:
  • Holiday-themed silent disco
  • Photos with Santa
  • Hot chocolate bars + seasonal cocktails
  • Live entertainment
  • Themed activities for kids
  • Winter Wonder Wharf (just a short walk away)
Bonus: A portion of the event’s proceeds will be donated to the Children’s Dream Fund.
Get festive + give back

News Notes

Weather

Tropical Storm Sara officially formed on Thursday, making its way across the Caribbean. Forecasters aren’t yet sure how the storm will impact Tampa Bay. (WTSP)

Sports

Don’t worry Rays fans, the team is keepin’ next season local. Owners announced plans to play the 2025 season at George M. Steinbrenner Field while Tropicana Field is repaired. We’ve got the story.

Biz

Tampa City Council just awarded the Tampa Downtown Partnership $6 million to revitalize North Franklin Street. Over the next three years, the Partnership plans to add more palm trees, beef up sidewalks, and potentially redevelop the Tampa Police Department headquarters or add an arrival plaza at the Tampa Theatre. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)

Civic

Part of the Burg’s Mirror Lake neighborhood might become a local historic district. Earlier this week, the Community Planning and Preservation Commission approved an application that would preserve the character of almost 21 acres surrounding the lake. Next up, the application heads to St. Pete City Council. (St. Pete Rising)




Open

This year’s holiday shopping experience just got a whole lot sweeter. Shake Shack just opened up a location at International Plaza — right across from Doc B’s. We’ll be right over for a Chocolate Yule Log shake and burger. (That’s So Tampa)

Coming Soon

Calling all rom com fans. Steamy Lit, a bookstore excursively stocking romance novels is opening soon. The shop aims to showcase women romance authors of color and non-binary or genderqueer authors, and will share a space with Procure by All Women’s Collective. (That’s So Tampa)

Health

Tampa General Hospital just received an $8.5 million donation from Helen Rich, the owner of Medallion Press, Inc. to establish a breast cancer center. The center will live within the TGH Cancer Institute. Part of the money will go toward an Everglades mural + to set up a global health program. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)

Sports

Dig into the biggest surprises from around the conference. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with Locked On’s daily podcasts.

Wellness

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Finance

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Biz

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The Buy
The best early Black Friday deals added this week to Nordstrom. We’re seeing: athletic leggings, SKIMS bodysuits, ballet flats, cashmere gloves, and kitten heels.
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The Wrap
Want a night on the town that also gives back? Sign me up. Tampa Bay Watch is hosting the “The Love Boat Gala” tonight.

The a 70s-themed party features live tunes, local eats, lip sync contests, stories from restaurant owners — all benefiting local restaurants struggling to rebuild after the hurricanes.
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