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The Tampa Tribune

Published: January 14, 2009

Things To Do is a list of some interesting upcoming events.

Today

Hail To The Chief

With the interest in the upcoming presidential inauguration, the SouthShore Regional Library will host a multimedia presentation, "I Do Solemnly Swear," to show the pageantry and intrigue of past inaugurations at 6 p.m. today. People of all ages will enjoy this free program. The library is at 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin.

Friday

A Grand Slam

Attention, bridge players. Larry Cohen, a 23-time national champion, will appear at the Sun City Center Bridge Association's daylong seminar Friday to help intermediate players improve their skills. The event will be in the Florida Room of the Atrium Building, 945-D North Course Lane, Sun City Center.

Beginning at 9 a.m., Cohen will discuss opening leads and defensive play. After a luncheon, there will be a duplicate bridge game, followed by analysis of some of the interesting deals and plays.

Tickets are $40, include lunch and may be purchased by calling (813) 642-9005.

Saturday

Drums, Dominoes And Latin Flavor

Are you into dominoes? How about drums? If you answer yes to either, then head to the Brandon Family YMCA Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. for a domino tournament and drumming session with Jana Broder of Drum Magic. The event will feature free Latin-themed food and music, a tour of the facility and information on the programs the YMCA has to offer.

The YMCA is at 3097 S. Kingsway Road, Seffner. Call (813) 685-5402.

Sunday

Return Engagement

Due to popular demand, violin and piano musicians Alfonso Lopez and Michelle Tabor will appear in concert at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd. W., Sun City Center, Sunday at 3 p.m.

Tickets are $9 and available at the door beginning at 2 p.m. or at the church Thursday and Friday. Call (813) 634-1252 or (813) 642-8125.

All Weekend

Vroom-Vroom

The Gibtown Bikefest roars into town Wednesday through Sunday. The following activities are planned each day of the event at the International Showmen's Club, 6915 Riverview Drive, Gibsonton:

•Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bike Night

•Thursday: 6 p.m. Kickoff party; Little Pete, fire eater and sword swallower; Bike Night

•Friday: 5 p.m. Whole hog BBQ; Little Pete, fire eater and sword swallower; Bike Night

•Saturday: 10 a.m. Cyber Cycle & Adam Holbrook; Ride-in Bike Show, all day Bikefest

•Sunday: 10 a.m. Cyber Cycle & Adam Holbrook; Poker Run; all day Bikefest

Live entertainment, vendors, shows and lots of food and drink will be available every day. Visit www .gibtownbikefest.com.

Crafts For Sale

Are you looking for that special, one-of-a-kind gift? Visit the Arts and Crafts Show at the River Springs Town Center, 13429 Boyette Road, Riverview, Saturday and Sunday. Local craftsmen and artisans will display their wares and original work. Support your neighbors who work hard to make these hand-crafted items available. Call (727) 869-9884.

Keyword: Entertainment, for a searchable database of events, music, dining reviews and movie times and locations. Interested in having an entertainment event considered for publication? Contact Kathy Vance at Things To Do, South Shore News & Tribune, 3032

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