Military skate free at United Skates in Tampa

Posted May 23, 2013 by Janine Dorsey

Updated May 23, 2013 at 12:27 PM

Active military and their families can enjoy free skating on Monday, May 27 at United Skates in Tampa.

From 2 to 5 p.m. or 6 - 8:30 p.m., active military with valid ID and up to three family members will be admitted free for roller skating in honor of Memorial Day.

The free admission deal includes skate rental.

All others wishing to skate on Memorial Day pay $5 admission and $2 skate rental, if they do not bring their own.

Coupons for discount admission and meal deals are available on their website at http://www.usa-skating.com/dynamic.asp?schimg=coup_sch.gif&sel=5&LinkID=8.

United Skates is located at 5121 N. Armenia Ave., in Tampa.


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Books sales offer opportunities to stock up

Posted May 23, 2013 by Janine Dorsey

Updated May 23, 2013 at 11:41 AM

Stock up for summer reading or expand your library of old, rare or collectible books with these upcoming book sales.

Old Tampa Book Company, located at 507 N. Tampa St., in downtown Tampa will be having a week-long half price sale beginning June 1.

All books priced under $100 will be on sale for half-off and items listed at over $100 will be negotiable.

The sale will last through Saturday, June 8.

For more information about Old Tampa Book Company, visit their website at http://oldtampabookcompany.com/

Also, The Friends of the Safety Harbor Public Library will be holding a book sale on Saturday, June 22 from 9 a.m. -  3 p.m.

All genres of books will be available and most items cost only $2.

The library is located at 101 2nd Street N., Safety Harbor.


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Free fishing days coming up soon

Posted May 23, 2013 by Janine Dorsey

Updated May 23, 2013 at 10:09 AM

Florida requires an annual license for anyone over age 16 to enjoy fresh or saltwater fishing.

But for a few days each year, the license fee is waived and everyone can fish for free.

On Saturday, June 1 saltwater fishing will be allowed for free for anyone who wishes to participate.

And on Saturday, June 8 the same applies to freshwater fishing.

The annual fee is normally around $17.

For more information about recreational licensing rules and limits in Florida, visit http://myfwc.com/license/recreational/


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Military admitted free to Lowry Park Zoo

Posted May 22, 2013 by Janine Dorsey

Updated May 22, 2013 at 11:59 AM

In support of our troops, members of the military (both active-duty and veterans) and up to three direct dependents are invited to visit Lowry Park Zoo for free.

The military member will need to show a valid Department of Defense photo ID at the zoo’s ticket counter to claim the offer on Monday, May 27.

Dependents may also take advantage of the offer even without their service member in attendance. An adult must accompany minor dependents, and dependent ages 10 and over must present valid dependent ID.

Department of Defense civilians, reservists, retirees, active duty military, and their immediate family members, can purchase significantly discounted tickets through MacDill AFB at the 6FSS with valid military ID.

The zoo is open each day from 9:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. and regular admission is between $19.95 for children and $24.95 for adults.

The offer is not valid with any other discounts. Active military discounts are for daytime admission only and not valid during special events.

Lowry Park Zoo is at 1101 W. Sligh Ave., Tampa.


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Donate blood, choose your rewards

Posted May 22, 2013 by Janine Dorsey

Updated May 22, 2013 at 10:15 AM

Maintaining the local blood supply cannot take a holiday, so this weekend why not take some time to give a little of yourself. Local retailers are offering generous rewards for eligible donors. 

Generally, healthy people age 16 or older who weigh at least 110 pounds can donate blood.

Bloodmobiles will be on site at various Bay area and Florida locations offering a variety of incentives for donors:

* Select Movie Theaters: Friday, May 24 and Saturday, May 25 2 – 8 p.m. Donors get two vouchers for free movie tickets.

* Select Publix Super Markets: Sunday, May 26 and Monday, May 27 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Donors get a free $10 Publix gift card.

* Select Golden Corral Restaurants: Saturday, May 25 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Donors get a free lunch buffet coupon and a voucher for a free movie ticket.

* Select Sam’s Club Stores: Tuesday, May 28 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Donors get a free $10 Walmart gift card.

Visit www.oneblood.org for specific donation locations.


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