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Green Lightning player jerseys up for auction, will benefit "go green" cause

Green Lightning player jerseys up for auction, will benefit "go green" cause

Tampa, Florida-- Hey Tampa Bay Lightning fans, have you ever wanted to own an authentic Lightning player jersey? Well, here's your chance!

The Tampa Bay Lightning are auctioning off their green St. Patrick’s Day warm-up jerseys through an online auction. The green jerseys, which were worn during warm-ups for the March 16 game against the Carolina Hurricanes, are also autographed by the player who wore it.

Tampa Bay Lightning's 10th annual Hockey N’ Heels event

Tampa Bay Lightning's 10th annual Hockey N’ Heels event

Tampa, Florida-- The Tampa Bay Lightning have announced the 10th annual Hockey N’ Heels event taking place at the Tampa Bay Times Forum, on March 27 from 6:30 to 9:30 P.M. 

This event is geared specifically towards women and will allow you a firsthand look at a day in the life of a real life hockey player.  Ladies will be able to interact with players and coaches, tour the locker rooms and facilities, and get a behind the scenes look at what game day is all about.

Hollywood expectant moms' secret to staying slim

Hollywood expectant moms' secret to staying slim

Tampa, Florida-- Many Hollywood stars who are pregnant swear by The Bar Method to stay in Shape. Now moms-to-be can take similar, low impact classes right in South Tampa.

Jeanette DePuy, owner and instructor at The Bar Method Tampa studio says, "Women can bounce back to their pre-baby bodies quicker if they follow a simple, non-impact routine such as The Bar Method workout."

Staying fit while pregnant can prevent gestational diabetes, alleviate lower-back pain and even lessen the "baby blues."

Hillsborough to host Nascar-themed Wacky Olympics

Hillsborough to host Nascar-themed Wacky Olympics

Ruskin, Florida - This Friday, Hillsborough County's Aging Services Division will host its annual Wacky Olympics event for all Hillsborough County residents age 50 and over. 

This year the Nascar-themed event will be held from 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Brandon Community Center at 502 E. Sadie St. in Brandon.

Organizers say the Wacky Olympics has been an Aging Services tradition for more than 20 years, and each year, a center is named Wacky Olympics' Champion. Ruskin Senior Center was named Wacky Olympics winner  last year.

Harney Boat Ramp to close temporarily during Regatta Season

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:

Boat ramp closed due to regattas

Boat ramp closed due to regattas

Hillsborough County, Florida-- The Harney Boat Ramp,  at 7115 N. U.S. Highway 301 N. in Tampa, will be closed during several time in March and April due to regattas.

The Harney Boat Ramp will be closed on the following Saturdays.