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Amsterdam sees sluggish enrollment leading into first week summer camp
AMSTERDAM — Amsterdam officials suspect the affordability crisis is contributing to sluggish summer camp registrations.
Tampa’s 139th birthday is this month—tell us what you love (and loathe) about the city
Tampa turns 139 years old this month, and there are celebrations happening across the city, from Archives Awareness Week (kicking off Sunday, July 12) to the third annual Drunk Tampa History happening Wednesday, July 15. To mark the occasion, Creative Loafing Tampa Bay wants to…
Fireworks 101: What Minerals Create Those Dazzling Colors?
Ever wonder how fireworks get their colors? Continue reading…
Libraries bring summer fun across Hillsborough County
TAMPA – Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative offers engaging, entertaining and informative free programs for the entire family in July. The events listed below are only a sampling of the many scheduled. Find more listings under the “Events & Classes” tab at HCPLC.org.…
Amsterdam's Independence Day Fest is Friday — kicking off weekend of events in Montgomery County
Amsterdam is pulling out all the stops for its annual Independence Day Fest from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday at Riverlink Park as the nation celebrates its 250th birthday — kicking off a weekend of events across Montgomery County.
Amsterdam's Independence Day Fest is Friday — kicking off weekend of events in Montgomery County
Amsterdam is pulling out all the stops for its annual Independence Day Fest from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday at Riverlink Park as the nation celebrates its 250th birthday — kicking off a weekend of events across Montgomery County.
Amsterdam's Independence Day Fest is Friday — kicking off weekend of events in Montgomery County
Discover events at Amsterdam's Independence Day Fest celebrating the nation's 250th birthday, including fireworks, live entertainment, food, and more.
The World Cup Comes to Tampa ?: City Hosting Watch Party Friday
The World Cup Comes to Tampa ?: City Hosting Watch Party Friday Tony D. Wed, 07/01/2026 - 11:54 am Residents and visitors are invited to gather at The Sail Plaza for a free community watch party on Friday, July 3. The World Cup Comes to Tampa: City to Host Community Watch Party…