Wander a gallery and a potential new pad at the same time. | Photo via The Build Up Team, Baxter Title, and Artmosphere Gallery.
One of the best weekend — and all-the-time activities — is checking out open houses in your dream neighborhood. My friends and I love to see how sellers style their spaces, what plants they’ve filled their yards with, and importantly, what artists color their walls.
If you’re on the same wavelength,this listing in South Tampa might pique your interest too. Meet ARTHOMES, a pop-up gallery curated inside a South Westshore property, decorated with paintings and artwork from 10 local and international artists.
Best of all, you can tour it without getting in touch with a real estate agent. Visit 4426 W. Euclid Ave., every weekend from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. through the end of January. Though the 11-foot ceilings and glass-enclosed wine display definitely are worth checking out too.
MAACM Charley Harper Fish Glass Class | Tuesday, Jan. 20, Tuesday, Jan. 27 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Museum of the American Arts and Crafts Movement, St. Petersburg | $110+
What’s your favorite kind of BBQ? We’re dreaming about these ribs. | Photo provided by Visit Central Florida, via Emily Mort
In 2026, we’ve resolved to eat more BBQ.
If you’re ready to risk it for the brisket with us, head to the 29th Annual Lakeland Pigfest on Friday, Jan. 23 + Saturday, Jan. 24 at the SUN ‘n FUN Expo Campus.
Here are the sweet + spicy details:
Admission is $5 (free for kids 12 and under)
Exchange cash for Pig Bucks to purchase food from 150+ vendors
Enjoy live music and family-friendly activities
Bonus: Ticket sales and purchases support local non-profit organizations and charities.
It’s official: Tampa’s H Mart is going up. It’s the first TBAY location for the popular Asian supermarket. And yes, we’ll keep you posted on the timeline. (That’s So Tampa)
Active
It’s time to raise the bar. Tampa landed at No. 26 on WalletHub’s new list of the “Best and Worst Cities for an Active Lifestyle” in 2026. For anyone aiming to build healthier habits this year, a local gym is a solid place to start.
Try This
Today, January 19, is the day Edgar Allan Poe was born in 1809. If it’s been a while since you read “The Raven,” spend the day in Poe-esque fashion and find a dark, quiet, brooding corner at The Study.
Watch
This 5-month-old viral avalanche rescue dog-in-training won’t quite be ready for the slopes in Northern Italy this time around, but could be a hero in four years’ time. The 2026 Winter Olympics start in 18 days — make sure you’re subscribed to keep up with all the TBAY-relevant happenings. (ABC News)
Festival
Get a taste of the Southeast’s best BBQ at Pigfest this Friday, Jan. 23, and Saturday, Jan. 24. Admission is just $5 (free for kids 12 and under) for lots of BBQ, live music, and family-friendly fun.*
Sports
Who is the most important pending free agent the Bucs need to retain while taking a look at other free agents to replace Rachaad White? Let the Tampa Bay Buccaneers experts fill you in on Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Read
Staying behind on tech trends can be a career killer. Learn the most important tech news delivered in just two short emails a week with The Code, trusted by 100,000+ engineers at companies like Google, Meta, and Apple. It’s free to subscribe.*
Community
Do you need hiring help? We’ve got your back. Post your open roles on our Job Board + get connected with local candidates in no time. Pssst — did we mention it’s free?
Our favorite two-piece set featuring a knit sweater vest and pants. Pair it with your favorite cardigan for winter wardrobing, then wear it on its own as the weather warms for effortless, year-round style.
I hope you’re staying warm on the first truly cold winter weekend in awhile, TBAY. But if you need a little help, these local eateries are serving up steamy bowls of top-notch soup that’ll warm you right up.
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