09.04.2025

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Savasana, you deserve it

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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.

Are you a novice on the mat? These yoga studios are perfect for those just getting started.

Jai Dee Yoga & Wellness, 5610 N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa

Head to the Seminole Heights spot to start your yoga journey. The studio offers beginner hatha yoga classes which teach the basics of mindful breathing, using props, and postures. You can also book massages, cupping, gua sha, and essential oil treatments at this wellness wonder.

Yoga Six, Multiple locations

Try out a free class or opt in for a membership at this jack-of-all trades yoga studio. The franchise’s instructors will provide you with a strong foundation in their basics flow + restore and slow flows before you move on to the studio’s hot, power, and sculpt classes.

Bella Prãna Collective, 1112 W. Platt St., Tampa

From its yoga for men workshops to beginner classes and gentle flows, this studio truly has something for every aspiring yogi. Test out an unlimited pass for your first month.

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10 of the best TBAY studios

Asked

Which Tampa studio offers its own “Solar Studio”?

A. CAMP Tampa
B. Ybor Restore Yoga & More
C. Ganesha Hot Yoga & Wellness
D. Lucky Cat Studio

Don't embarrass us

Events

Thursday, Sept. 4

Paintings & Pimms | 5-7 p.m. | ARTicles Gallery & Fine Art Services, St. Petersburg | Free | Fancy yourself an English broad by sipping a glass of Pimms or lemonade and learning about a few special pieces and artists displayed in the gallery.

Rooftop Networking After-Hours | 6-9 p.m. | Sal Y Mar | $13+ | Make that happy hour a business expense with some Tampa Business Club networking under the stars. Please note, we are not financial advisors.

Sunset Market | 6-10 p.m. | Midtown Commons | Free entry | Wander the bustling shopping district checking out wares from tons of local artists and makers, then grab a bite to eat from one of the surrounding eateries.

Mat Pilates | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Armature Works | Free | Let the folks from Fit as Fire set your torso ablaze (metaphorically) with this strength-building and muscle-toning workout — BYO-towel.

Free Downtown Concert: Rock The Park 15 Year Anniversary | 6:30-10 p.m. | Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park | Free | Party and dance along the riverfront to beats from Sooza Brass Band + Have Gun, Will Travel.

Scotty McCreery | 8 p.m. | Ruth Eckerd Hall | $82.53 | You’ll wish you had “Five More Minutes” with the country crooner and special guest Aubrey Wollett.

Friday, Sept. 5

Saturday, Sept. 6

Monster Energy St. Pete Powerboat Grand Prix | Saturday, Sept. 6-Sunday, Sept. 7 | 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Spa Beach Park | Prices vary | Don’t miss the final round of the Monster Energy P1 Offshore Triple Crown Series with powerboats speeding up to a cool 160 miles per hour, pro jet ski races, a free pit party, and an Andy Velo show.

Bouquet Making For A Cause | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | J.C. Newman Cigar Company | $35 | Destress and flex your inner florist skills by fashioning an arrangement to be donated to an Ybor City assisted living facility in celebration of National Grandparents Day.

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Drink

Fall weather combined with free THC seltzer? Yes, please.

Presented by Cycling Frog

Kick back and unwind this month with some hemp goodness. | Photos courtesy of Cycling Frog

Golden hour hits differently with something chill in hand.

From waterfront bike rides to St. Pete art walks, fall in Tampa Bay means staying active — and knowing when to take it easy. Cycling Frog is offering a free THC seltzer (just pay $2 shipping) — ideal for porch hangs, post-beach unwinds, or mellow evenings after a long stroll. These fruit-forward sips are light, legal, and tuned for peak coastal autumn vibes.

Choose between Black Currant, Wild Cherry, or Ruby Grapefruit flavors, each loaded up with both THC and CBD. Grab your free can while supplies last.†‡‡

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News Notes

Announced

Live music on the riverfront in the winter? Say less. The first-ever Holiday RiverFest takes over Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park on Saturday, Dec. 20 with performances from country stars ERNEST and Uncle Kracker, weiner dog races, an ugly sweater party zone, and lots of eats. Tickets are under $50 too. (Creative Loafing Tampa Bay)

Development

Meet The Bluffs. Developers are starting work on a new 28-story tower in downtown Clearwater. Construction just kicked off on the apartment portion of the project, which will bring 400 living units to the waterfront city. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)

Mailbag

Yesterday, we shared some local Tampa Bay spots where you can pick up matchbooks. Now, we have a suggestion for how to make use of your haul. Tim G. wrote in to share a photo of a framed collection.

A shadow box is filled with rows of matches. — One reader displayed his collection in a shadowbox.

Real Estate

This champion race car driver is not the first famous athlete to call this Harbour Island mansion home. Developer and driver Jason Bell and his wife, Danielle Bell, just bought Tom Brady’s old pad in the exclusive neighborhood. What’s it look like again? (Tampa Bay Business Journal)

Coming Soon

The second-best place for a golfer besides the course — and the range? Puttering around a PGA TOUR Superstore. Pinellas is getting a 29,600-sqft golf paradise in 2026, featuring club fittings and repairs, simulators, and tons of golf gear. (St. Pete Catalyst)

Ranked

No. 2 That’s where Tampa International ranked among large airports in the Inaugural Going 2025 Flight Deal Awards. Going found 158 ticket deals from our international airport within the last year. What’s the average price of flight deals from TPA? (That’s So Tampa)

Sports

“The Kings of the South” sounds pretty good to us. Pregame the Tampa Bay Buccaneers season opener with with Locked On’s daily podcasts.

Featured Deal

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Finance

When some of the big investors who backed companies like Uber and eBay before they IPO’d invest in a new company, people take note. That’s the case with Pacaso — 10,000+ everyday investors are already in. But the chance to join them ends Thursday, Sept. 18. Learn more about the opportunity.†‡*

Wellness

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Older Adults

Aside from megapacks and weekly coupons, did you know several retailers offer customers 55+ hefty discounts — sometimes up to 20% off? Learn about key Senior discounts and several more savings hacks older adults should know about to continue saving and building wealth at age 50+.*

Correction

In our haste to share this lovely retrospective on Vanessa Williams career at the Vinoy, we misspoke on the renovation’s pricetag. The years-long project cost $100 million, much more than $100.

Eat

Discover modern New American Flavors at The Terrace Grille Lakeland this fall, from handcrafted cocktails to refined plates. Make a reservation for an evening worth savoring.*

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Post of the Day

Gronk stands in front of a Greenlane drive-thru holding an evertthing bagel in his hand. — Could Mr. Gronk, of NFL and Greenlane fame, make an appearance?

No your eyes aren’t deceiving you, that is Gronk.

In case you somehow forgot, the famed PopUp Bagels opens its doors in the Big Guava tomorrow, Friday, Sept. 5.

Stop by starting at 8 a.m. for the spread + surprises from Greenlane (which is owned by a certain NFL star) and Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice.

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The Buy

A steal of a deal from Nordstrom’s selection of new markdowns. We’ve got our eye on this versatile maxi skirt that’s under $35 and these Reformation jeans that are 50% off.

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Games

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.

Let the games begin

The Wrap

Today’s edition by: Bailey

Tampa is still working out its 2026 fiscal year budget. But in the meantime, we asked our readers: “What do you want to see Tampa spend more on?”

About 36% of readers want stormwater system improvements, followed by 33% of folks who want roads and city facilities fixed up. Share that feedback at the next hearing.

A gray and blue Aquafence surrounds Tampa General Hospital as the water rises on the street from Hurricane Helene. — Would you like to see Tampa buy some Aquafences for hurricane season?

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