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Issue Date:
July 27, 2011
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Destination of the Week
Dragons are Coming!
Explore the Core
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Destination of the Week

Mise en Place

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Downtown's own Mise en Place is turning 25 and the entire community is invited to celebrate with them.  Starting on Friday, with an event called "The Big Bash," a series of exciting happenings will be held to commemorate this milestone.  Don't miss all the fun!

 

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 Dragons are Coming!
  
Dragon Boat RacesDowntown Tampa welcomes the world on Tuesday, August 2nd with the opening ceremonies for the World Dragon Boat Championship

4,000 Athletes from across the globe, donning their nations colors, will parade into Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park where they will be officially welcomed by the City of Tampa and the International Dragon Boat Federation.   This is followed by the main event with the races taking place the rest of the week.

The 10th Annual IDBF Dragon Boat Racing Championship  will feature the best of the best in this growing sport from around the globe.  Teams will compete near the Tampa Convention Center.
If you plan on going to see the races, don't miss these great deals near the course!
  • Cafe Dufrain - Receive a free appetizer with each purchase of a meal*
  • Tampa Bay History Center - Take $2.00 off each admission
  • Trolleys - Receive 20% off your bill*
  • Coldstone Creamery, Channelside - Receive 15% off your bill 

For more places offering amazing discounts this summer, check out the complete list of retailers participating in this year's Summertime Savings Card by clicking here .

* indicates that restrictions apply.

 
Explore the CoreExplore the Core!


This week take in downtown's rarities and collectibles.  Find that special something to add to your treasures or visit a downtown treasure.  Below are some suggestions you can do this week to discover your downtown.  
Enjoy the city! 

 
Old Tampa Book Company 
- Book lovers rejoice!  The Old Tampa Book Company (507 N. Tampa Street) is a dream for those who love rare and collectable books.  Maybe you're just looking for something good to read during the rest of the summer?  The Old Tampa Book Company is the perfect place to begin your hunt.

 
Tampa Theatre - A true downtown gem, a visit to the Tampa Theatre (711 N. Franklin Street) is not just a visit to a movie theatre, but an experience beyond what's showing on the big screen.  The 1926 movie house is known throughout the world.  Delta's Sky Magazine named the Tampa Theatre one of the top ten iconic show places in the world.  Discover for yourself what all the buzz is about.
 

Henry B. Plant Museum  - Before it was Plant Hall at the University of Tampa it was the Tampa Bay Hotel.  Railroad tycoon Henry Plant brought his dreams of building an elegant hotel for his winter clients to the town of Tampa.  Plant and his wife spared no expense when it came to building and decorating their hotel.  Tour the Henry B. Plant Museum and discover who Plant was and his dream of building the most luxurious hotel of his time.  Then, visit the gift shop to select a truly Tampa treasure for yourself.