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Add these picks to your TBR
A wall of reads at Tombolo Books. | Photo by TBAYtoday
What’s better than a good book? A good book written by your neighbor (past or present). Brew up a batch of your favorite cup of tea or coffee and get ready to meet your next read, because we’re talking about locally written books in Tampa Bay.
“The Kite and the Snail” by Hilary Flower | Release date: March 17, 2026 | Eckerd’s Associate Professor brings readers the hopeful environmental tale of the comeback of the snail kite.
“Missing Me” by Ayana Lage | Release date: March 17, 2026 | The Tampa native delves into her experience with postpartum psychosis, motherhood, and regaining control in her memoir.
“Anywhere Else” by Rachel Knox| Release date: March 24, 2026 | One of Tombolo’s very own just published her memoir of growing up in Florida interwoven with cultural reflections of the state. Attend the launch party.
“The Girl in the Window and Other True Tales” by Lane DeGregory | Release date: April 5, 2023 | The Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist breaks down stories from her tenure at the Tampa Bay Times.
What’s next for the Hall on Franklin space? Developer Joshua Pardue recently shared the deets. Advertised as an “elevated sports bar,” Hail Mary Tampa will anchor the ground floor, while Uno Mas Tampa will serve “Mexico City style-tacqueria vibes, and Boogie Heights Tampa will keep the ‘70s dance floor vibes high.
TBAY’s bagel renaissance continues. A second Jeff’s Bagel Run is coming to Tampa. The Florida-born bagel joint just filed plans to build a new location in Brandon to serve their New York style bagels, spreads, and coffees. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Sports
While we’ve been locked in on the Rays stadium updates, what’s going on with the Rowdies? The team’s ownership just requested a one-year extension of their current contract at Al Lang, which would keep them at the waterfront perch until 2027. The deal needs approval from St. Petersburg City Council to move forward. (Tampa Bay Times)
Transit
Bursting with feedback on Tampa’s public transit? Now’s your chance to share it with county officials. Hillsborough County Transit Authority just launched a survey + is hosting 10 public meetings to inform its goals for the next decade. Here’s how to get involved. (WUSF News)
Seasonal
St. Pat’s isn’t until next week, but we’re getting ready to Shamrock the Block. The annual party takes over Downtown St. Pete — and shuts down 3rd Street — on Tuesday, March 17, at 9 a.m. and carries on into the next morning. Head to Mary Margaret’s and split the G to get the party started. (I Love the Burg)
Drink
Don’t be fooled by the recent heat wave, it’s still spritz season. Sip on an Aperol or Hugo spritz outdoors while you still can at one of these vibey spots. But, we’re also eyeing the new wine bars coming on the scene soon.
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Meet the newest member of the ZooTampa family: Loper the Florida Panther.
Last July, the zippy young panther was hit by a car in Southwest Florida and underwent orthopedic surgery at BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital. Loper’s been rehabbing at ZooTampa since the surgery, but he’s going to stick around as a long-term guest due to a continuing limp.
The perfect spring date night outfit doesn’t exi … It does, and it’s even under $200. Shop the look:
👗 This floral maxi dress features a flattering A-line silhouette and ruffle sleeve design.
👡 Pair it with these cloud-like ballet flats that don’t sacrifice comfort for style.
👛 Priced at under $25, this vegan leather saddle bag adds a touch of understated elegance.
💎 Complete the look with this matching 18K gold bracelet stack and necklace set — both over 70% off.
Tampa Bay runs on local gems like SuperNatural Food & Wine. The downtown Tampa spot — Alton Brown once called its breakfast sandwich the best ever — is celebrating its fifth birthday with a week of antics.
The party starts Sunday, March 15 with a donut eating and latte drinking contest. See ya there.
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