Monday Morning Memo

Thursday, June 20, 2024

Join us for some great Neighborhood Programming!

We’re excited for the return of some great Neighborhood Programming events in the coming weeks! Downtown’s Backyard Market returns this Thursday from 2:30pm – 5:30pm in Poe Plaza, bringing you fresh produce, plants, and other treats every month.

 

On Tuesday, June 18, Central Park Eats & Beats will return to the St. James Church in ENCORE! with food truck delicacies and musical and historical performances by Instruments 4 Life!

 

Last but certainly not least, we’re thrilled to bring back our quarterly event, Keys in the Park: A Melodic Duel on Friday, June 21 from 5:30pm – 7:30pm in Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. Keys in the Park: A Melodic Duel will be coinciding with Summer Series: Putt & Party, so be sure to head to the park on June 21 to double up on the summer fun!

 

Downtown’s Backyard Market

 

Central Park Eats & Beats

 

Keys in the Park: A Melodic Duel

Join us on June 21 for Summer Series: Putt & Party

Get ready to tee off the summer in style at our Summer Series Kickoff: Putt & Party! Join us on June 21 at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park from 12:00pm – 8:00pm for a day of mini-golf, music, and fun! Whether you’re a pro or a first-timer, it’s all about the good vibes and great times. Don’t miss out on the event of the season!

 

Between June 22 – July 21, Summer Series in Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park is the perfect place to go to get out of the house and burn off some energy, all while staying protected from the hot Florida sun!

 

Interested in being a community partner for Summer Series: Putt & Party? We’d love to have you! Contact Jaylyn Andrews for more information.

 

Contact Jaylyn Andrews

Don't forget to register for our next Downtown Debriefing on Hurricane Preparedness!

Be sure to register for our June Downtown Debriefing Breakfast at Port Tampa Bay from 8:00am – 10:00am.

 

As Hurricane Season is upon us, we’re eager to hear from first responders and environmental and weather experts who will provide a unique perspective on hurricane preparedness in the Tampa Bay area. Our qualified speakers will also be sharing services that are available for residents and businesses during the approach of a storm!

 

Thank you to our Gold Sponsor, BELFOR Property Restoration and our Location Sponsor, Port Tampa Bay for making this month’s debriefing possible!

 

Register Today!

ONE Tampa will hold its groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday

In case you haven’t heard, Tampa’s Downtown will be welcoming ONE Tampa, a new luxury apartment and condominium high-rise that is set to open in 2026. This Thursday, Kolter Urban and the City of Tampa will be hosting a Groundbreaking Celebration to celebrate the inception of construction for what will be a sleek 42-story tower in Downtown’s River Arts neighborhood.

 

We are thrilled that Tampa’s Downtown is continuing to expand with various development projects!

 

Learn More about ONE Tampa

Are you interested in sponsoring this year's Boom by the Bay celebration?

Boom by the Bay is Downtown Tampa’s premier Fourth of July celebration with live entertainment, games and activities, photo opportunities, food and beverage options, and a dazzling waterfront firework display.

 

Have a sponsorship idea unique to your organization? Let us know! We want to work with you to find the best return for your support of this signature event. Please contact Rachel Radawec if you are interested in getting involved!

 

Contact Rachel Radawec

We're excited to announce a new request for proposal for our Public Art Mural Identity Project!

Calling all artists! The Tampa Downtown Partnership is excited to announce a new RFP for our Public Art Mural Identity Project! We’re seeking creative proposals for murals in each of Downtown’s seven unique neighborhoods.

 

This initiative aims to boost cultural vibrancy and aesthetic appeal, celebrating the distinctive character of each area. Contribute to community identity and engage residents and visitors alike! Artists can submit proposals for multiple neighborhoods but will only be selected for one. Let’s make Tampa’s Downtown even more beautiful together!

 

More Info & Proposal Submission

Interested in picking up a new skill this summer? Head to the Tampa Museum of Art for weekly ceramics classes

Summer is the perfect time to pick up a brand-new hobby or skill! Explore the art of ceramics at the beginner-intermediate level by taking the weekly “Ceramic Wheel” class on Thursdays from 6:00pm – 9:00pm at the Tampa Museum of Art.

 

All experience levels are welcome, and firing costs, essential tools, and glazes are all included in the class cost.

 

Learn More

Download DASH, Downtown's hub to hub micro-transit service app

Our DASH app is live! Be sure to utilize this new Downtown transit option and download DASH today.

 

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