There’s no shortage of Tampa Bay Easter egg hunts this year! Along with traditional style egg hunts both indoors and out, games and activities, there will literally be eggs falling from the skies and even hidden under water. We have scoured the countless hunts scheduled for this Easter weekend and selected our top picks to share with our readers.
Our Top 5 Tampa Bay Easter Egg Hunts:
- The Egg Drop – Eggs will be falling the sky! There will be a helicopter dropping eggs on the ground at Robinson High School. There will also be games, giveaways and bounce houses at this event from 9 am to 11 am on Saturday. For more information and map, go to RadiantTampa.org
- An Underwater Egg Hunt – Dive in a pool for Easter eggs at the St. Pete Beach Aquatic Center! There will also be food, a bounce house and other activities on Saturday at 10 am. Find out more at Spbrec.com
- Easter Egg Hunt – How can you not include Treasure Island when you are talking about hunting for treasures? This will be a great opportunity to get some adorable photos with the Easter Bunny at 10 am on Saturday. There will be a “Fancy Bonnet / Hat” contest for the kids included in all the fun. Visit TreasureIslandFlorida.org for more information.
- Florida Aquarium Easter Fun – This event has a scavenger hunt where the children will be given clues to find eggs. There will be a scuba-diving Easter bunny that jumps into the aquarium’s Schooling Fish exhibit. Don’t miss out. There will also be photos with the Easter Bunny. Saturday and Sunday at 11:30 am, 2 pm and 3 pm. Find out more at and Flaquarium.org
- The Great Eggsploration – The Great Explorations Children’s Museum is always a fun day for the kids. This Saturday at 10 am they will be having games, egg-related crafts, and other fun activities. Go to GreatEx.org to find out all the details.
We hope you have found our top 5 Tampa Bay Easter egg hunts helpful. If you didn’t find the perfect event you would like to spend with your family this Easter weekend, see a full list of events at TBO.com.
Happy Easter, Everyone!
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Macdill Airfest 2016
The Macdill Airfest 2016 is celebrating its 75th Anniversary. The Macdill Airfest 2016 starts this Saturday, March 19th & 20th. Along with the aerial demonstrations, there will be ground displays of aircraft and equipment. This is a great opportunity to learn about the various aircrafts and equipment used to carry out missions from the military personnel. Gates will open at 8:00 am with free admission and free parking.
“Tampa Bay AirFest 2016 is here! This is our favorite time of the year, because we have a chance to give back to a community that gives us so much.” Macdill.af.mil
Show your support by visiting the Macdill Air Force base this weekend. There will be U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and some of the most advanced aircraft in the world.
Visit the Macdill Air Force Base website for more information. There, you will find the event schedule, directions and other helpful information. Premium Box Seats and Flight Line Club tickets are also available to purchase on the website.
This is the first Airfest since 2014. The 2014 show drew in over 200,000 visitors and the MacDill Airfest 2016 is expected to bring in just as many. This event is military funded, but is also fueled by community support. Get out there and enjoy the big event and show them some love, Tampa!
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Today, March 4th, is national employee appreciation day 2016!
We would like to take this opportunity to show our gratitude towards each member of our staff:
- Dentists: Dr. Cannariato and Dr. Benedict.
- Front Desk: Nicole and Lisa
- Dental Assitants: Claudia, Ciara, and Barbara
- Dental Hygienists: Robin, Cheryl and Dee.
On this National Employee Appreciation Day 2016, we would like to recognize each member of our staff.
All of the staff members work hard to keep our office running efficiently and are dedicated to keeping our patients’ smiles bright.
Thank you, South Tampa Smiles Staff!
Contact Information:
SouthTampaSmiles.com
(813) 289 – 0560
Dr. Rebecca Benedict is a native Floridian, and attended the University of Florida where she obtained her BS in Microbiology and Cell Science with an additional concentration in Chemistry. While at the University of Florida, she was named a University Scholar for her work in cancer research at Shands Hospital. After obtaining her undergraduate degree, Dr. Benedict elected to attend Nova Southeastern University in Ft Lauderdale to obtain her Doctorate in Dental Medicine. She has since furthered her education through her alma mater, the University of Florida, with additional training in implant surgery. Dr. Benedict has also earned a fellowship with the International College of Oral Implantologists.
She remains involved in continuing education, staying at the forefront of dental research and technology. Dr. Benedict also has additional training in Relaxation Dentistry with DOCS Education, and has been published by both the American Association for Dental Research and the International Association for Dental Research.
Active memberships include: American Dental Association (ADA), Florida Dental Association (FDA), West Coast District Dental Association (WCDDA), Hillsborough County Dental Association (HCDA), International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI), Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), and the Seattle Study Club.
Dr. Benedict strives for excellence and believes in providing her patients with the highest quality care possible.
When not at the office, Dr. Benedict believes in giving back to the community. She is an active volunteer through the Junior League of Tampa, and wants to eventually establish a nonprofit foundation benefitting the Tampa Bay area. She also can be found renovating her 1920’s home, which has proven to be an ongoing project and source of enjoyment.
Contact South Tampa Smiles at (813) 289 – 0560 for further questions about dental implants or to schedule your next dental visit. Our friendly staff is ready to assist you.
Valentine’s Day is the special day for everyone can spend time with our special someone or express love and appreciation to our loved ones and dearest friends. It is a time to enjoy a night at the movie, dinner at your favorite restaurant, or simply sharing a big box of chocolates. Many people like to show affection by gifting sugary treats to their loved ones. The South Tampa Smiles staff would like to spread awareness that everyone can celebrate the holiday in a healthier way by making dark chocolate your confection of choice.
Choosing Your Chocolate
Chocolate candy can be enjoyed in moderation without damaging the health of your teeth. Choosing dark chocolate is a great way to treat your self this Valentine’s Day without any feeling of guilt. Dark chocolate has some surprising health benefits. The antioxidants in dark chocolate are believed to be good for your heart and even lower blood pressure. It is also better for your teeth than some other sticky candies such as taffy or caramel. These types of candies are more likely to get stuck in between the teeth and put you at risk of developing cavities. When you choose your chocolate, try opting for the plain varieties. They do not contain the sticky ingredients that could get lodged in the crevices and remain on the teeth for a much longer period of time.
Enjoy in moderation
Most of us have the mindset of “save some for later” and continue nibbling on our chocolatey treats for several days. So instead of enjoying the candy for a brief time and brushing right away, we repeatedly expose our teeth to sugar. It is this constant exposure of sugar that damages the teeth rather than the amount. It is easy to make health conscious decisions for your sweetheart, friends, and loved ones. Offer them sweet indulgences that have hidden health benefits and less damaging to their oral health.
We encourage everyone to enjoy the sweeter things in life while maintaining long-lasting dental health. Keep your smiles in top health with regular dental visits along with your at-home routine. Call us today at (813) 289 – 0560 to schedule your next dental exam, cleaning and x-rays.
Happy Valentine’s Day from South Tampa Smiles!
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