I’m not the son of a son of a sailor. I’m the daughter of the daughter of a sailor.
This past spring I finally decided to take a sailing class — something I’ve wanted to do for a long time as a way to connect with my late grandfather, Hal Bailey.
The course was definitely challenging, but learning how to slice through Boca Ciega Bay with tacks and jibes, rig up the boat, and sail real fast at a beam reach was so satisfying.
Events
Events
Monday, Aug. 25
“Tomlinson’s Wake” | 7-8 p.m. | Coastal Creative, St. Petersburg | $35+ | Celebrate the launch of NYT-bestselling author Randy Wayne White’s latest thrilling tale, in which Doc Ford journeys into Mesoamerica after an earthquake threatens his squad’s safety.
Tuesday, Aug. 26
National Dog Day with Posies and Downtown Dogs | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Hyde Park Village, Tampa | $25 | Get some high quality pics with your pup at this fundraiser benefiting the Humane Society of Tampa Bay — make reservations to get a photo slot and arrive early.
Cannon Fire & Cocktails | 5-7 p.m. | Armature Works | $120 | Jason Licht, Todd Bowles, and your fave Bucs stars join for a fireside chat to preview the upcoming season. Expect cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, of course.
Workshop: Ekphrastic Writing and Murals | 6-8 p.m. | The Dalí Museum | $30+ | Cozy in for a private viewing of “Outside In: New Murals Inspired by Dalí,” then turn your sensory impressions into a one-page poetic or narrative response + share it with the class.
Wednesday, Aug. 27
Cooking Demo & Dinner with Chef Jack Lee | 7:30 p.m. | Hard Rock Event Center | $209 | You’ve seen him chef it up onscreen on “Cutthroat Kitchen” and “MasterChef,” now watch him whip up Chilean Sea Bass and his famous $100 Egg Roll.
The Struts with Dirty Honey | 8 p.m. | Jannus Live | $76 | Don’t wish it could’ve been you rocking out to the British glam rock band under the stars.
Thursday, Aug. 28
Movie on the Lawn: “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” | 7-9 p.m. | Sparkman Wharf | Free | School’s back in, but at least someone gets to play hooky. Arrive early to snag a good spot on the lawn.
St. Pete City Council approved a one-year deal with the Rowdies to keep them at Al Lang Stadium for at least one more year. City leaders may redevelop the historic stadium + surrounding land into a new Center for the Arts. The team’s potential new ownership may move them to Tampa. (Tampa Bay Times)
Eat
Put the meal prep away, we’re going out tonight. Temak House is now serving Japanese fusion sushi in Westchase. The menu boasts sushi burger, “Sake Fire,” and grilled octopus, among other delights.(That’s So Tampa)
Open
Let It Be ... open. Gulfport’s old timey scoop shop just reopened its doors nearly a year after Hurricane Helene flooded the waterfront town. The pink and teal spot serves its signature small-batch scoops in traditional flavors and new weekly creations.
Community
Uncle Sam (Read: Hillsborough County) needs you. County Commissioners are looking for residents to serve on the Hillsborough County City-County Planning Commission. What, like it’s hard? All you need to do — besides having opinions — is a submit an application/questionnaire and completed Standards of Conduct Form by Thursday, Sept. 18.
Asked
Know any local spots that dole out branded matchbooks? Think: Ritzy restaurants, breakfast joints, bars, and hotels. Add them to our list and we’ll share our findings.
Mansion Monday
Come home to “A Private Garden Estate in the Sky.” A Bayshore Boulevard condo is on the market with access to a heated pool, and a koi pond. Plus, three beds and five baths across the 5,264-sqft space. Take a tour.
Read
Now in Books recently made a guide of what novels to read based on your state. To be read in Florida? Kristen Arnett’s “Stop Me if You’ve Heard This One” — a novel following a woman dealing with grief and love while pursuing a career in clowning. Check for the title at a local book shop.
Stat
54%. That’s the percentage of Americans who say they consume alcohol — the lowest number recorded since tracking began in 1939. If you’re part of the 46% taking a break from booze (but still want a delicious drink), peruse our list of Tampa Bay’s alcohol-free sips.
Trending
Been singing “Golden” from “KPop Demon Hunters” all summer? A sing-along version of the hit Netflix movie is coming to theaters this Saturday, Aug. 23 + Sunday, Aug. 24. Check out locations and showtimes near you — and get it all out, once and for all.
Kids
Calling all Liams — it’s your time to shine. This name ranked as Florida’s most popular for babies born last year, with names Olivia, Noah, Emma, and Lucas rounding out the top five. No matter the name of the little munchkin — or munchkins — in your life, good thing Tampa Bay is chock full of kid-friendly activities.
Equity. It’s the difference between your home’s current market value and what you still owe on your mortgage. Want to make it grow? Here’s how.*
Sports
Can rising stars like Gage Goncalves and Conor Geekie propel the Bolts to new heights? Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Tampa Bay Lightning with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Travel
Psst — you might be overpaying for flights. Get flight alerts to dream destinations during Going’s biggest sale ever, with 53% off memberships until Sunday, August 31.*
Imagine a cozy Friday night practice at Jai Dee Yoga & Wellness. | Photo by @stillfloweryoga
Whether you’re a novice on the mat or an experienced yogi, TBAY has plenty of places to practice. Find your zen at these 15 yoga studios around Tampa + St. Pete.
Located in St. Pete’s Five Points neighborhood, this community-focused studio hosts 55+ classes per week including options at the St. Pete Pier, workshops, and classes for clubs or groups. Even better, there’s a Squeeze Juice just steps from the studio, so you can cap off your morning or afternoon with some greens.
Established in 2010, Lucky Cat hosts a range of flows in its “Solar Studio” where temps range from 78 to 85 degrees, depending on the class and time of year. The Tampa Heights studio offers 25+ classes from vinyasa yoga and hot yoga to rocket yoga, plus a variety of classes at TBAY landmarks like the Kress Building and The Dalí Museum.
Sunflow’s premium beach accessories, perfect for one last summer hurrah this Labor Day. Good news: Sunflow’s biggest sale of the year starts today, with 20% off sitewide.
🐚 The best-selling Shore Thing Chair reclines to three positions and is built to last, thanks to a rust-resistant frame + water-resistant marine fabrics.
🪸 Newly launched this summer, the Tall Sand Dune Chair has all the iconic features of Sunflow’s chairs, just 17 inches off the ground.
🌊 Looking for shade without blocking your ocean view? Say hello to the newly launched and patent-pending Happy Hut Cabana — and goodbye to awkward beach umbrellas.*
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Last week, we asked “What’s the buzziest beauty treatment right now?”
The view from the Skin Pharm office don’t hurt.
Photo by TBAYtoday
The right answer (which only 15% of folks guessed) was PRF or Platelet-Rich Fibrin, though we did fool 7% of you with RFP (request for proposals). Hehe.
Okay, back to sailing. Beyond Boca Ciega, there’s tons of options for starting your sailing journey. The Davis Island Yacht Club offers adult + kids classes, lessons, and clinics. The St. Pete Sailing Center leads beginner and intermediate classes, adaptive sailing options, plus special clinics.
I’d love to share more about what it’s like — and options for getting your feet wet in the sport in an upcoming story. Let me know if you’re interested.
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