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Back-to-School Fair Returns Aug. 1 with Free Backpacks, Family Fun and School-Year Inspiration
By Laura Byrne July 1, 2026
Picture this: a student proudly slinging a brand-new backpack over their shoulders, a favorite sports mascot posing for photos nearby, performers taking the stage to showcase their talents, and parents crossing items off their back-to-school shopping lists … all while enjoying a break from the Florida heat. That’s the scene families can expect at the…
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Back to School | Elementary School Years | In Print | Library | Summer Break Fun
Shining Summer Reads for Your Child’s Summer Reading Challenge
By Kayleigh Pendrick, Librarian July 1, 2026July 1, 2026
Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library may be halfway through its Summer Reading Challenge, but there is still more than enough time for your child to read and claim prizes by July 31. Check out these colorful summer-themed picture books to get your child to their 24-hour reading goal. A Cozy Summer Day by Eliza Wheeler In…
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Brunch | Family Life>Food | Food + Drink | Food and Drink | In Print | Restaurants
Carrying Forward a Tampa Tradition: Phil Alessi Jr. on Family and Legacy
By Tara Payor, Ph.D. July 1, 2026
Some of Phil Alessi Jr.’s earliest memories are dusted in flour. Not baking it, necessarily. Playing in it. As a child, he climbed atop towering stacks of flour bags in the family’s bakery, explored behind-the-scenes corners of the business and eagerly followed his grandfather around. Long before he understood what it meant to run a…
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In Print | Dental Health | Health + Wellness + Safety
Summer is Calling – And So Is Your Best Smile
By Imagine Orthodontic Studio July 1, 2026June 29, 2026
If straightening your child’s teeth — or your own — has been on the to-do list, summer is the time to do it at Imagine Orthodontic Studio. School is out, schedules are flexible and there’s room to adjust to new braces or aligners before the back-to-school rush. Whether your child is 7 and ready for…
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July 4th | Food + Drink | Food and Drink | Holiday Family Fun | In Print | Summer Break Fun
Chill Out with Ice Cream Recipes to Beat the Summer Heat!
By Brie Gorecki July 1, 2026July 1, 2026
When summer is here and the sun is out, what sounds better than a cold, creamy ice cream treat? July is National Ice Cream Month, and we’re celebrating by sharing some of our favorite homemade ice cream recipes from our friends at Florida Dairy Farmers! These recipes are tried and true with real Florida dairy…
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MOSI | In Print
Back-to-School Means More to Explore at MOSI
By Mikayla Cloherty July 1, 2026June 29, 2026
At MOSI, Tampa’s Museum of Science and Innovation, back-to-school season is more than just supplies and schedules — it’s about keeping curiosity alive. From launching rockets and solving engineering challenges to building virtual worlds and exploring the mysteries of space, MOSI creates experiences that stick with children long after they leave. Here, learning isn’t limited…
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In Print | Health + Wellness + Safety
Benefits of Probiotics for Kids – Culturelle Probiotics
By Shavon Jackson-Michel, ND July 1, 2026July 1, 2026
The information provided herein is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be construed as medical advice or to replace professional medical care. Always seek the advice of a medical professional before starting any new medication or dietary supplement. Did you know that over 70% of your child’s immune system resides in their gut? As…
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Health + Wellness + Safety | In Print
A Pioneer in Minimally Invasive Pediatric Urology Surgery Leads the Way at Tampa General
By Tampa General Hospital July 1, 2026June 29, 2026
While urology is commonly thought of as an adult specialty, children have unique urologic needs that require dedicated expertise. At Muma Children’s Hospital at Tampa General Hospital (TGH), families have access to advanced pediatric urology care tailored specifically for children — combining innovation, precision and a deeply compassionate approach. In fact, Muma Children’s Hospital at…
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Family Fun | In Print | Museums + Aquariums + Zoo | Summer Break Fun | Tampa | ZooTampa
INSIDE LOOK: New Tours and Experiences at ZooTampa this Summer!
By Laura Byrne June 10, 2026June 25, 2026
It’s going to be a wild summer at ZooTampa! Not only can you explore the amazing new Florida Waters, where you can let the kids press their noses to the aquarium glass and go nose to snout with the manatees once again, but you can also book all-new experiences to upgrade your day. Several new…
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Art | In Print | Summer Break Fun | Things to Do
INSIDE LOOK: Sunshine Needlepoint in Ybor City
By Laura Byrne June 9, 2026June 25, 2026
We’re getting to know the ladies who launched Sunshine Needlepoint, a new store in Ybor City, and learning more about the resurgence of this crafty activity!
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In Print | Life + Home | Parenting | Tampa
A Most Egg-cellent Family Pet: Chickens!
By Laura Byrne June 1, 2026June 26, 2026
When the Hartneys of South Tampa aren’t at work or school, or blasting off to worlds far, far away in MOSI’s new “Above and Beyond” exhibit, our cover family is busy raising seven adorable Orpington hens.
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Moms to KNOW | In Print
Moms to Know: Jenny Hales, Vice President of Operations, Grateful Hospitality
By Maggie Rodriguez June 1, 2026June 10, 2026
Fifteen minutes before the doors of Hales Blackbrick open, the staff of the popular South Tampa restaurant gathers for a motivational meeting. “It’s really a pep talk before a busy dinner service,” says co-owner Jenny Hales. “We have something in our company called grateful armor, and we like to touch on that in those meetings. It helps…
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Moms to KNOW>Kids to KNOW | Volunteer
Kids to Know: Swara Nirav Patel
By Tara Payor, Ph.D. June 1, 2026June 3, 2026
Swara Nirav Patel, a rising senior at Carrollwood Day School, is passionate about conservation, leadership and community impact. Swara, who gave a TEDx Talk at 15, was recently honored with the 2026 Young Women of Promise Award by the Athena Society — a recognition awarded to just 10 junior girls from students across Hillsborough County. Swara shares more about her passions, goals and…
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Hurricane | In Print
Forecast Changes, AI Models and More. What to Know About Hurricane Season 2026 with Tampa Bay 28’s Denis Phillips
By Brie Gorecki June 1, 2026June 3, 2026
Hurricane season begins on June 1 and ends on Nov. 30, which means it’s time to start prepping for any possible storms that may head our way this year. Lucky for us, last year’s hurricane season went easy on the Tampa Bay area after the devastating impacts of Hurricanes Helene and Milton in 2024. This…
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Family Fun | In Print | Parks + Attractions | Summer Break Fun | Things to Do
Old Florida Attractions You Can Still Visit Today
By Laura Byrne June 1, 2026June 4, 2026
While there’s no doubt the arrival of Walt Disney World changed the landscape of tourism in Florida, the state’s beaches, natural springs, parks, and weather have long attracted tourists here. Back in the day (as our kids would accuse us of saying), it was roadside attractions that reigned supreme, and you can still visit many of these today with your kids!
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Teacher to Know | Glazer Children's Museum | In Print | People to KNOW in Tampa Bay
Teacher to Know: Anna Grulich, Guest Engagement Coordinator, Glazer Children’s Museum
By Tampa Bay Parenting June 1, 2026June 10, 2026
On any given day at Glazer Children’s Museum, you might find children building forts, climbing to the rafters, dancing to a piano melody or transforming recycled materials into imaginative creations. For Guest Engagement Coordinator Anna Grulich, those playful moments are where the real magic happens. If you’ve visited GCM recently, you may recognize Anna as…
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Education | Health + Wellness + Safety | Lil Kids
Watermelon Swim & St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital Foundation Partner to Prevent Childhood Drownings
By Julia Stewart May 7, 2026June 10, 2026
Watermelon Swim and St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital Foundation have united to promote water safety and drowning prevention throughout the community.
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Adulting | Life + Home
Small Business Month: The Courage to Launch
By Laura Byrne May 1, 2026June 10, 2026
We met up with Secretary Griffin along Tampa’s Water Street in an enclave of locally owned small businesses for small business month!
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YMCA
No Place Like This Place: Building Confidence, Friendship and Fun at YMCA Camps
By Jennifer Wainman May 1, 2026May 1, 2026
Across Tampa Bay, children and teens arrive at the Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA and the YMCA of the Suncoast ready to create memories that last a lifetime.
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Teacher to Know | People to KNOW in Tampa Bay
Teacher Spotlight: Kevin Perez, Middle School Math Teacher at Shorecrest Preparatory School
By Rachel Barrett May 1, 2026June 10, 2026
Kevin Perez is in his eighth year at Shorecrest Preparatory School, he teaches Algebra 1, Algebra 1 Honors and Geometry Honors, while also staying closely connected to students through coaching and travel experiences.
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Back to School | Education | Lil Kids
Easy Ways to Prepare for PreK
By Courtney Cairns Pastor May 1, 2026June 10, 2026
Corbett Prep’s PreK3 team compiled a list of skills they recommend parents work on with their children before school begins.
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Holiday Family Fun | Things to Do
Saddle Up Tampa Bay: A Guide to Celebrating the Year of the Fire Horse
By Marisa Langford May 1, 2026May 1, 2026
Defined by energy, a bold spirit and forward movement, there is no better city to celebrate the Year Of the Fire Horse than Tampa Bay.
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Health + Wellness + Safety
John’s Hopkins All Children’s Hospital Celebrates Maddie’s Heart Milestone
By Ellen McVay May 1, 2026June 10, 2026
This year, Maddie is celebrating 10 years with her second transplanted heart, just as Johns Hopkins All Children’s celebrates its 100th birthday.
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Back-to-School Fair Returns Aug. 1 with Free Backpacks, Family Fun and School-Year Inspiration

Shining Summer Reads for Your Child’s Summer Reading Challenge

Carrying Forward a Tampa Tradition: Phil Alessi Jr. on Family and Legacy

Summer is Calling – And So Is Your Best Smile

Chill Out with Ice Cream Recipes to Beat the Summer Heat!

Back-to-School Means More to Explore at MOSI

Benefits of Probiotics for Kids – Culturelle Probiotics

A Pioneer in Minimally Invasive Pediatric Urology Surgery Leads the Way at Tampa General

INSIDE LOOK: New Tours and Experiences at ZooTampa this Summer!

INSIDE LOOK: Sunshine Needlepoint in Ybor City

A Most Egg-cellent Family Pet: Chickens!

Moms to Know: Jenny Hales, Vice President of Operations, Grateful Hospitality

Kids to Know: Swara Nirav Patel

Forecast Changes, AI Models and More. What to Know About Hurricane Season 2026 with Tampa Bay 28’s Denis Phillips

Old Florida Attractions You Can Still Visit Today

Teacher to Know: Anna Grulich, Guest Engagement Coordinator, Glazer Children’s Museum

Watermelon Swim & St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital Foundation Partner to Prevent Childhood Drownings

Small Business Month: The Courage to Launch

No Place Like This Place: Building Confidence, Friendship and Fun at YMCA Camps

Teacher Spotlight: Kevin Perez, Middle School Math Teacher at Shorecrest Preparatory School

Easy Ways to Prepare for PreK

Saddle Up Tampa Bay: A Guide to Celebrating the Year of the Fire Horse

John’s Hopkins All Children’s Hospital Celebrates Maddie’s Heart Milestone

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