05.30.2025

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Today’s Forecast

89º | 60% chance of precipitation

Sunrise 6:35 a.m. | Sunset 8:21 p.m.

Tides | Old Tampa Bay | High: 4:32 p.m.

Clearwater Beach | High: 1:47 p.m. | Low: 7:29 a.m. + 9:46 p.m.

Full Weather Report | Traffic Report

Asked

How many new trees does Tampa Mayor Jane Castor want to plant by 2030?

A. 10,000
B. 12,000
C. 30,000
D. 45,000

One, two, tree, go

Events

Friday, May 30

Food Truck Friday | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Hanna Avenue, Tampa | Free | Cap off a successful week with soulful flavors and comforting fare from Mr. B’s Southern Cuisine.

Dunedin Goes Carting Golf Cart Parade | 5:30 p.m. | New York Avenue + Virginia Avenue | Free | Festoon that cart with all kinds of flair and kickoff Pride Week with a scenic ride through the downtown culminating at Blue Jays Stadium for live music, food, drinks, and a baseball game.

“Happy Together” | 7 p.m. | Ruth Eckerd Hall | $57+ | Hop in a time machine and transport to the 1960s and 1970s with timeless music from a bygone era, specialty vendors slinging vintage treasures, an auction, and a car show.

Desi Banks | Friday, May 30-Sunday, June 1 | Times vary | Funny Bone Comedy Club, Tampa | $42 | See why Kevin Hart called this actor, stand-up comedian, podcaster, and entrepreneur the “next great” talent.

Saturday, May 31

2025 Hurricane Preparedness Expo | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | David Barksdale Senior Citizen Center, Tampa | Free | Hurricane season is upon us — prepare with free sandbags, safety tips + tricks, and learn about the city’s emergency system.

Pinellas County Hurricane Preparedness Day | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Willis S. Johns Recreation Center at Fossil Park, St. Petersburg | Free | And there’s also a hurricane preparedness event taking place in the Burg, with demos, presentations, and free supplies.

Styx: “The Brotherhood Of Rock Tour” | 6:45 p.m. | MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre | $45+ | Join the 1972-born Chicago rock band, who are rolling back the years under the amphitheater’s tarp roof.

Pops in the Park | 7:30 p.m. | River Tower Park, Tampa | Free | Don’t forget the bug spray for the final event of the season, with film scores, classical favorites, and a patriotic finale — food trucks will be on site.

Sunday, June 1

World Dinosaur Day | 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. | Great Explorations Children’s Museum, St. Petersburg | $12+ | If the child in your life dreams of becoming a paleontologist, a day of two-clawed prehistoric fun + learning awaits.

Discover the Art of Organic Cooking | 4-6 p.m. | 15th Street Farm, St. Petersburg | $50 | Let Chef David Clissét guide you in crafting plant-based meals like quinoa croquettes, tabouli, and stuffed peppers using seasonally-appropriate produce.

“The Royal Tenenbaums” | 6 p.m. | Tampa Theatre | $10+ | Catch a showing of Wes Anderson’s iconic 2001 flick starring the late Gene Hackman, following the lives of the dysfunctional, eccentric Tenenbaum family.

There's plenty more to do

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News Notes

Announced

Another Hyde Park Village restaurant is on the chopping block, per Tampa Tomorrow reporting. This time, Forbici Modern Italian is facing eviction for “unauthorized seating expansion,” as stated in legal filings from WS Development. To avoid eviction, WS is asking for $800,000. We’ll keep an eye on this one.

Travel

When folks in Florida search for travel tips, there’s one country that’s trending on Google — Japan. Maybe they’re planning a trip to one of our sister cities, Takamatsu.

Number

$35. That’s how much Southwest travelers have to pay for one checked bag after the airline implemented its new checked bag policy this week. Traveling soon? See our tips for flying out of TPA, including parking recommendations, unique nonstop flights, and airport eatery info. (Wall Street Journal)

Eat

As May — aka National Burger Month — comes to a close, DoorDash has released data on the most popular burger in each state. Turns out, Florida is flipping out over chicken. If this sparked a craving, The Wheelhouse comes highly recommended by local diners. (Food & Wine)

Kids

The starting cost for a single-day ticket to Universal’s new Epic Universe, which the public can begin using on Sunday, June 1, will set you back $139. Food for thought: The same amount of money could get you dual annual memberships to ZooTampa. (USA Today)

Listen

Three series wins in a row. Are the Rays genuine contenders? Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Tampa Bay Rays with Locked On’s daily podcasts.

Tech

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City Guide

Move aside, Hinge

Grab a cocktail, lemonade, and a romantic table for two on Pia’s Trattoria’s patio. | Photo by @thetbaytoday

Regardless of whether you’ve met “the one” or are hoping to impress someone new, we’ve got 50+ local date night ideas to woo your boo.

For the ones who want a night out on the town

Grab a drink in style at Pluma Lounge, a recently opened cocktail bar on St. Pete’s picturesque Beach Drive.

If the way to their heart is through their stomach

Roam tons of local food vendors at Armature Works + take your spoils to the lawn’s Adirondack chairs.

If you love the great outdoors

Grab a cooler, beach chairs, and sunscreen for a day at the beach. Want something quiet? We recommend Honeymoon Island State Park. Something more fun? Treasure Island could be for you.

For the ones who like to play games (just not with your heart)

You won’t strike out with a bowling + dinner date at Splitsville at Sparkman Wharf.

If you want an “old fashioned”-style date

Swoon your date with a visit to the romantic + delicious Harry Waugh Dessert Room at the historic Bern’s Steak House.

City Guides are presented by Water Street Tampa.

Dozens more great dates

The Buy

A great find in Nordstrom’s Half-Yearly Sale. Get up to 60% off dresses, shoes, tees, and beauty before the sale ends this weekend. Here’s what we’re eyeing:

🛍️ Nike high-waist leggings are up to 35% off.
🛍️ Take 30% off Madewell’s puff sleeve top and pair it with any pant or skirt.
🛍️ Throw on this sleeveless cotton blend dress for casual summer days — take 30% off when you buy it in black.
🛍️ This ultrasoft knit quarter zip dress is sporty, comfy, and up to 25%.

Shop Nordy’s Half-Yearly Sale

The Wrap

From Editor Patrick

I hope Forbici is able to find a path forward. My wife and I celebrated our first wedding anniversary there a couple of years back, and we have been frequent customers ever since. Book a table to show some love.

Here’s a picture of the free dessert they gave us for the occasion, with a box for our leftover pizza in the background.