A year has passed since I shared in this space how my children suffer from a condition known as "slow snow recognition." Recent winter storms that blanketed the Southeast, I'm happy to report, have cured my three young daughters of that malady. ...more

January 24, 2009

I should say up front that I am a huge fan of the yuletide season. I confess this knowing my fondness for all that is Christmas means I shall never achieve the much-coveted ninth-degree black belt in curmudgeonliness. ...more

December 26, 2008

For the past two decades, holiday singalongs have broken out in downtown Tampa as Christmas approaches. ...more

December 19, 2008

Are you dreaming of a white Christmas? "Welcome to Christmas at the White House." These words greet all visitors before entering the enchanting winter wonderland created by Nancy and Bill White, who live beyond Lorida. ...more

December 17, 2008

Rental contracts of Lowry Park Zoo's new Safari Lodge can include animal encounters, zoo visits and carriage rides. ...more

December 15, 2008

Every year Mayor Joe Affronti looks forward to the free, family-friendly Winter Wonderland, an annual event at Riverhills Park that is hosted by the city. ...more

December 10, 2008

If you are dreaming of a white Christmas then you might be in luck. ...more

December 10, 2008

The Culinary Sherpas offer up ideas for holiday party fun and feeding. ...more

December 3, 2008

FAIRS & FESTS Today Festival of Trees Tampa Bay: holiday celebration set in a winter wonderland of decorated trees, gingerbread and vignettes, children's craft area, live entertainment and a visit from Mr. and Mrs. Claus; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. today; $4-$8 (children 2 and younger are free); Harborview Center, 300 Cleveland St., Clearwater; (727) 797-8712 ...more

November 30, 2008

So you've stuffed yourself with turkey and trimmings and you're thinking about what to do with the rest of your long weekend. Don't just sit there slurping up cold mashed potatoes, check out one of these fine events: ...more

November 27, 2008