Events

Harney Boat Ramp to close temporarily during Regatta Season

Submitted by Taylor Katz, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood

Saturday, March 2nd, 2013, 12:27pm

Harney Boat Ramp to close temporarily during Regatta Season

Tampa, Florida-- Attention boaters in Hillsborough County! If you usually use the Harney Boat Ramp off U.S. 301, you may have to find a temporary alternative on select dates through April.

The county announced this week that the ramp, located at 7115 N. U.S. Highway 301, will be closed during several upcoming regattas.

The dates to keep in mind are as follows:

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Parent University coming to Hillsborough Schools

Submitted by Taylor Katz, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood

Friday, March 1st, 2013, 9:24am

Parent University coming to Hillsborough Schools

Hillsborough County, Florida-- Parents with kids enrolled in Hillsborough County public schools have a chance to attend a course of their own this weekend.

According to the public schools superintendent, parents are invited to attend a series of informational sessions designed to support the academic life of children, called Parent University.

It's scheduled for this Saturday, March 2, from 8 a.m. to noon at Chamberlain High School, 9401 N. Boulevard, Tampa.

Here is more information from the superintendent:

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Tampa Bay Beer Week kicks off March 2

Submitted by Kristin Weber, Web Producer, 10News In Your Neighborhood

Thursday, February 28th, 2013, 1:56pm

Tampa Bay, Florida -- Celebrate Tampa Bay beer culture at Tampa Bay Beer Week March 2-9.

Event organizers have planned a week-long celebration showcasing the area as an emerging and vibrant craft and specialty beer destination -- and you don't want to miss out.

A number of businesses, breweries, restaurants and so on will be hosting events each day in Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco counties.

CLICK here for a list of events.

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McDonald’s engages kids in after school program "TiViTz Tuesdays"

Submitted by Taylor Katz, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood

Tuesday, February 26th, 2013, 9:38am

McDonald’s engages kids in after school program "TiViTz Tuesdays"

Hillsborough County, Florida-- Today marks the first "TiViTz Tuesday", an educational event geared towards parents, teachers and kids to be held at local McDonald's restaurants through April.

SAS Games and TiViTz have partnered with owners and operators of Hillsborough County McDonald's restaurants to motivate kids to make the most of their abilities through playing TiViTz, a game based on mathematics and strategy.

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Great American Camp-Out

Submitted by Susan Wilson, Assignment Editor

Sunday, February 24th, 2013, 2:10pm

Hillsborough County, Florida - Families in Hillsborough County can get a taste of camping close to home on Saturday, March 23.

Lake Park will host the Great American Camp-Out on Saturday, March 23 through Sunday, March 24.

Organizers say campers can look forward to spending the night under the county's stars after learning to set up a tent, and more!

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Homemade....canned food? Classes in the county can teach you how!

Submitted by Taylor Katz, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood

Saturday, February 23rd, 2013, 9:47am

Homemade....canned food? Classes in the county can teach you how!

Hillsborough County, Florida-- Whether you raise or catch your own food ,or buy it from someone else, the County Extension Service has a solution to preserving it at its peak freshness, so you can enjoy it later.

A recent update from the county says the service will host various workshops for residents to learn the following:

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Oscar night at Cinebistro

Submitted by Heather Van Nest, Anchor

Wednesday, February 20th, 2013, 4:10pm

Tampa, Florida -- Cinebistro in South Tampa's Hyde Park Village is rolling out the red carpet for a special Oscar ceremony night!

Walk the red carpet and enjoy Hollywood's biggest night at Cinebistro on Sunday, Feb. 24, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Watch the ceremony on the big screen at Cinebistro while enjoying drinks, appetizers and door prizes. Full dinner menu will also be available while you are watching the show.

For ticket information and more, call 813-514-8300

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