Black Friday season — because it seems to stretch on for weeks at this point — is here. One of our favorite TBAY traditions, Shopapalooza, keeps it local.
This year’s shopping festival is booked for Saturday, Nov. 29 + Sunday, Nov. 30 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Vinoy Park. Head to the waterfront perch to browse 350+ vendors like Annie’s Plant Pallette, Banyan Books, and Colorista’s Closet.
Eisenhower Property Group is assembling a Westshore kingdom. The developer just bought another office in the South Tampa area, as they “continue to lay the foundation for a connected and impactful footprint in Tampa’s thriving Westshore business district.” We’ll keep you posted on plans for their three acres. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Transit
Dingy no more. HART just scored $32 million in Federal Transit Administration funding to upgrade its vehicles. The agency is trading in 33 diesel buses for new low-emission compressed natural gas vehicles. PSTA received $6.6 million for generators to use during storm operations. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Biz
Foot Locker isn’t setting up its headquarters in the Sunshine City anymore, but the Burg will reap some benefits of the canceled deal. The brand is still locked into its lease at 570 Carillon + could bring new jobs here as well. (Tampa Bay Times)
Travel
Yet another cruise ship will soon call Port Tampa Bay home. The Carnival Spirit is making the move from Galveston, Texas to TBAY in 2027. The cruise line’s president says this means “new, longer Caribbean itineraries for guests sailing from Tampa.” (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Mansion Monday
Tribeca who? This tricked-out 3,157-sqft downtown St. Pete penthouse boats city skyline and bay views. Plus, the North Bay Trail beats the High Line any day of the week.Okay, but how much is it?
Drink
Cool, briny, and fresh. That’s how Andre describes Tampa’s signature Crabmosa. Yep, no joke. Vote for it, or something a little tastier.
Eat
Would you sit right next to a stranger at a restaurant? Turns out 90% of Gen Z diners would. According to a new Resy study, communal dining is in. Consider this your cue to meet a new friend at one of Tampa Bay’s buzzy new restaurants. (Business Insider)
Watch
The final season of “Stranger Things” begins this Thursday, Nov. 26, with the first four episodes released that day. If you can’t wait that long — or if you just miss the 1980s — turn back the clock with these nostalgic activities. (The Guardian)
Pets
Why are there so many dog breeds? New research suggests the phenomena did not begin as recently as generally believed, and in fact, started 11,000 years ago. Whether you’re rocking a miniature poodle in a handbag, or you’re eye-level with your Irish wolfhound, all shapes and sizes are welcome at TBAY’s dog-friendly spots. (Reuters)
Try This
For Florida snow, we know where to go.Snowcat Ridge is now open for the season in Dade City, only about an hour from Tampa. This winter wonderland offers tubing down an icy hill, snowman building, ice skating, and private igloo rentals.
Sports
The Bucs’ defense has to get pressure on Matt Stafford, but they need to do it without sending blitzes. Get prepped for the rest of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers season with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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Jobs
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City Guide
Don’t want to shop on Black Friday?
Let the surrealist art at The Dalí melt your mind. | Photo via @sabio28
Why not check out a new installation or an entirely new-to-you museum off your bucket list?
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
The Dalí Museum, St. Petersburg | $0-$32
This glass and concrete architectural marvel contains the largest collection of Salvador Dalí’s artwork outside of Spain.
Museum of the American Arts & Crafts Movement, St. Petersburg | $0-$25
The modern building lives right in the heart of downtown St. Pete with 2,000+ objects related to the American Arts and Crafts movement, from rare furniture and ceramic tiles to fine art and leaded glass.
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.
PSA: Amazon’s Black Friday Week sale is here. With temperatures continuing to drop, we’re stocking up on a few cold weather wardrobe essentials while they’re on sale. These are our top three:
🍂 This pair of ultra-soft wide leg pants are on sale for under $35. We can’t wait to wear them while running errands, lounging, and everything in between.
🍂 Score 30% off this ribbed long sleeve basic tee — perfect for layering under your favorite sweater, vest, or jacket.
🍂 Embrace cozy sophistication with this oversized cable knit sweater that’s marked down to under $28.
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I’m taking some time off this week, but I don’t want to miss the chance to thank you, my readers and neighbors. For your time, support, and engagement in our community.
I feel so grateful to live in this beachy, friendly, live music/good food/sports lovin’ place — and even more thankful that I get to cover it each day.
Make sure you read tomorrow’s edition for an extra special surprise while I’m out. Don’t say I never gave you anything.
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