Friday , January 8th , 2010 “ 2nd Friday Latin ConneXions ” business networking social @ Boomerang ’ s Martini Lounge @ 2016 Town Center Blvd – Brandon , FL Hispanic / Latino Business Community BIG in Brandon , FL . Latin ConneXions Business Networking Social , scheduled for Friday @ Boomerang ’ s ! Latin Times Magazine , and the Tampa Latin Chamber of Commerce is hosting a this business networking event on the 2nd Friday of each month in Brandon at Boomerang ’ s . This event will take place between the hours of 5:30 – 8:30 PM . Door cover charge is $ 5.00 and includes a hot Latin Tapas buffet , compliments of Boomerang ’ s . ( 5:45 – 7:00PM ) Parking is FREE and there will be many great giveaways . So grab your dancing shoes and a stack of business cards and join us ! Sponsors Include : Latin Times Magazine , Tampa Latin Chamber of Commerce , The Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce , Bommerang ’ s Martini Lounge . Sponsorship / Exhibit info : Jolie @ Latin-Times . com or call ( 813 ) 407-6866 .
Friday , January 8th , 2010 Godspell ( FREE MOVIE SERIES ) @ Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center : Riverwalk This 1973 movie of the musical by Stephen Schwarz is the passion play of the Gospel according to St . Matthew , updated to modern New York with very inventive results . The disciples and their clown-like leader wander all over New York , more or less unfolding the parables and the proverbs of the New Testament . 8:00 PM .
Sunday , January 10th , 2010 Ladies Tea & Spa Party : This exciting event will be taking place at a charming Victorian Room , where you will be awed by the formal setting and beauty of the room . Feel spoiled , as you are served with Crystal , Linens and Bone China . Talk and get to know other elite local business women in an atmosphere designed to make you unwind and relax . Develop new friendships or business relationships . Afterward , we will stroll through the connecting gate into the Secret Garden to enjoy wine tasting , and Champaign toasts , Chocolate Strawberries and our Spa Services ! Each Guest will receive 2 Free Mini-Spa Service ! Garden Spa Menu of Services : Message Therapists , Manicures , Facials , Hair-do ’ s , Make-Up , Eye Lash Extensions and MORE ! Info : Events @ thelatinvillage . com or ( 813 ) 407-6866 . From : 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Jan . 12-17th , 2010 South Pacific - BOA BEST OF BROADWAY TAMPA BAY @ TBPAC - Carol Morsani Hall
A stunning reinvention produced by Lincoln Center Theater , South Pacific swept the 2008 Tony Awards ®, winning seven honors including Best Musical Revival and Best Director for Bartlett Sher . Set on a tropical island during World War II , the musical tells the sweeping romantic story of two couples and how their happiness is threatened by the realities of war and by their own prejudices . Info @ TBPAC . org
Saturday , Jan . 23rd , 2010 Sinbad – LIVE @ TBPAC : Ferguson Hall From television ( A Different World ), to films ( Houseguest ), to comedy clubs across the nation , stand-up funnyman Sinbad keeps audiences rolling in the aisles with his hilarious , off-thecuff look at the world . Info : TBPAC . org
Friday , January 29th , 2010 “ Viernes Social ” ( Social Friday ) @ Gasoline Alley – 14042 66th Street North in Largo , FL
Join us at “ Viernes Social ” ( Social Friday ) @ Latin ConneXions Business Networking Socials-Pinellas County . ( Between Ulmerton Road and West Bay ) All of Tampa Bay ’ s Business Community is invited to attend the NEW and exciting Latin ConneXions event “ Viernes Social ” @ the fabulous all NEW “ Gasoline Alley . These “ Latino-Style ” networking events are among the biggest , most exciting business networking socials in Tampa Bay and now they are available to the Pinellas County Business Community as well !! Parking is FREE and there will be many great giveaways . Held on the “ Last ” Friday of each month , Latin ConneXions Business Networking Socials are the product of “ Latin Times Magazine .” This event was created in order to offer Tampa Bay ’ s business community the opportunity to meet and network with other area business professionals in an upscale social environment . Latin ConneXions events attract both Latinos and non-Latinos alike and typically draws over 75 business professionals throughout the 3 hour event . 5:30 PM until 8:30 PM . Cover : $ 5.00 - Includes Great Buffet , compliments of Gasoline Alley ! ( 5:45 PM - 6:45 PM ) Exhibit / Info : ViernesSocial @ Latin-Times . com . Sponsored : Latin Times , Higher Dreams Productions , Gasoline Alley .
Wednesday , Feb . 3rd thru 28th , 2010 Wicked - BANK OF AMERICA BEST OF BROADWAY TAMPA BAY @ Carol Morsani Hall Back by “ Popular ” demand after breaking box office records both times it played TBPAC . “ Broadway ’ s biggest blockbuster ” ( New York Times ) and the winner of 20 major awards , including a Grammy ® and three Tony ® Awards , The Tampa Tribune calls WICKED “ Spellbinding , magical and bewitching . This Broadway phenomenon lives up to its hype .” Long before that girl from Kansas arrives in Munchkinland , two girls meet in the land of Oz . One – born with emerald green skin – is smart , fiery and misunderstood . The other is beautiful , ambitious and very popular . How these two grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch makes for “ the most complete and completely satisfying new musical in a long time ” ( USA Today ). Info or tickets visit TBPAC . org
Friday , February 4th thru 15th , 2010 Florida State Fair @ the Florida State Fairgrounds ! The annual Florida State Fair is a salute to the state ’ s best in the agriculture and equestrian industry including an abundance of shows , music , rides , food and shopping for 12 consecutive days . Excitement is in the air all over the fairgrounds with plenty of free entertainment included with admission . Make sure to plan your day in advance to enjoy all the sights , sounds , and tastes the state fair has to offer . Parking is free during the Fair . Gates open daily at 9 a . m . and closing time varies by the day of the week and weather conditions . Info : 813-621-7821 or 1-800-345-3247 .
Friday , February 5th , 2010 “ 2nd Annual 1st Friday @ the Fair ” - ONE TIME ONLY ! Special Event Honoring the 2010 Latin Times Latina Movers N Shakers @ The Florida State Fairgrounds ! The Famous “ 1st Friday Latin ConneXions ” business networking social will be held at the Florida State Fair Gourds in the Hispanic Plaza
area of the fair . This networking social is among the biggest , most exciting business events in Tampa Bay ! Event starts at 5:30 PM until 8:30 PM . 1st Friday , Latin ConneXions Business Networking Socials are the product of “ Latin Times Magazine , the Publication for the Elite Latino .” This event was created in order to offer the local business community the opportunity to meet and network with other area business professionals in an upscale social environment . Latin ConneXions events attract both Latinos and non-Latinos alike and typically draws over 250 business professionals throughout the 3 hour event . Fair admission is required . Watch out for our free ticket promotions on our Facebook . Exhibitor opportunities : ( 813 ) 407-6866 or email : VPadilla @ Latin-Times . com
Friday , February 12th , 2010 Nanny McPhee @ TBPAC : Riverwalk ( FREE MOVIE SERIES ) Oscar ® winner Emma Thompson writes and stars in this adaptation of the “ Nurse Mathilda ” books . Nanny McPhee comes to the house of Mr . Brown and his seven ill-behaved children . They have dispensed with 17 nannies before her and see Nanny McPhee as no different . However , she seems to have mystical powers that start to control them and lead to startling consequences in this magical comedy . Concessions will be available for purchase . Stadium chairs and blankets welcome . No coolers , please . In the event of rain or inclement weather , the film will be cancelled . Info : TBPAC . org
Friday , February 12th , 2010 Jeffrey Osborne @ Progress Energy Center for the Arts , Mahaffey Theater 400 1st St . S . 8 p . m . One of the most loved soul music vocalists of the past 40 years celebrates a new album , “ Music is Life .” Proceeds from this special evening will benefit the programs and initiatives of the Pinellas County Urban League . www . mahaffeytheater . com or 727-892-5798 .
Friday , February 12th , 2010 “ 2nd Friday Latin ConneXions ” business networking social @ Boomerang ’ s Martini Lounge @ 2016 Town Center Blvd – Brandon , FL Hispanic / Latino Business Community BIG in Brandon , FL . Latin ConneXions Business Networking Social , scheduled for Friday @ Boomerang ’ s ! Latin Times Magazine , and the Tampa Latin Chamber of Commerce is hosting a this business networking event on the 2nd Friday of each month in Brandon at Boomerang ’ s . This event will take place between the hours of 5:30 – 8:30 PM . Door cover charge is $ 5.00 and includes a hot Latin Tapas buffet , compliments of Boomerang ’ s . ( 5:45 – 7:00PM ) Parking is FREE and there will be many great giveaways . So grab your dancing shoes and a stack of business cards and join us ! Sponsors Include : Latin Times Magazine , Tampa Latin Chamber of Commerce , The Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce , Bommerang ’ s Martini Lounge . Sponsorship / Exhibit info : Jolie @ Latin-Times . com or call ( 813 ) 407-6866 .
Thursday , Feb . 18 th thru May 16 th , 2010 Godspell – LIVE Performance , @ Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center : Jaeb Theater Prepare for the live performances of Godspell , a musical by Stephen Schwarz is the passion play of the Gospel according to St . Matthew , updated to modern New York with very inventive results . The disciples and their clown-like leader wander all over New York , more or less unfolding the parables and the proverbs of the New Testament . Concessions will be available for purchase . Stadium chairs and blankets welcome . No coolers , please . In the event of rain or inclement weather , the film will be cancelled and possibly rescheduled . Info : TBPAC . org
Saturday , February 20 th , 2010 Pop Series : A Tribute to Ray Charles @ Progress Energy Center for the Arts , Mahaffey Theater 400 1st St . S . 8 p . m . Matt Catingub , conductor Ellis Hall , vocalist It is a salute to the legendary singer and pianist who put soul into country , ballads , pop and anything else with a melody : www . floridaorchestra . org , www . mahaffeytheater . com or 727-892-5798 .
Friday , February 26 th , 2010 “ Viernes Social ” ( Social Friday ) You are invited to our “ Viernes Social ” ( Social Friday ) @ Latin ConneXions Business Networking Socials-Pinellas County @ Gasoline Alley @ 14042 66th Street North , in Largo , FL .( Between Ulmerton Road and West Bay ) All of Tampa Bay ’ s Business Community is invited to attend the NEW and exciting Latin ConneXions event “ Viernes Social ” @ the fabulous all NEW “ Gasoline Alley ”, located at 14042 66th Street North , in Largo , FL . ( Between Ulmerton and West Bay ). These “ Latino- Style ” networking events are among the biggest , most exciting business networking socials in Tampa Bay and now they are available to the Pinellas County Business Community as well !! Parking is FREE and there will be many great giveaways . This event was created in order to offer Tampa Bay ’ s business community the opportunity to meet and network with other area business professionals in an upscale social environment . Latin ConneXions events attract both Latinos and non-Latinos alike and typically draws over 100 business professionals throughout the 3 hour event . The event starts @ 5:30 PM until 8:30 PM . Entrance : $ 5.00 - Includes Great Buffet , compliments of Gasoline Alley ! ( 5:45 PM - 6:45 PM ) For more info on how your company can exhibit at any one of our exciting upcoming events , contact ( 813 ) 407- 6866 / email : ViernesSocial @ Latin-Times . com . Sponsored : Latin Times , Higher Dreams Productions , Gasoline Alley !
Thursday , March 4th , 2010 Taylor Swift @ St . Pete Times Forum The Taylor Swift FEARLESS 2009 Tour was the hottest ticket of the year , wowing fans and critics worldwide . Info : sptimesforum . com
Friday , March 5 th , 2010 “ 1st Friday Latin ConneXions ” business networking social- BACK @ The Mirage ! This networking social is among the biggest , most exciting “ after-work ” business events in Tampa Bay ! Held at Tampa ’ s upscale Restaurant and Lounge , Mirage is located at 3605 W . Hillsborough Avenue in Tampa . The event starts at 5:45 PM until 8:45 PM . Like every 1st Friday event , this event is FREE for general admission , and offers a complimentary buffet . 1st Friday , Latin ConneXions Business Networking Socials are the product of “ Latin Times Magazine , the Publication for the Elite Latino .” This event was created in order to offer the local business community the opportunity to meet and network with other area business professionals in an upscale social environment . Latin ConneXions events attract both Latinos and non-Latinos alike and typically draws over 250 business professionals throughout the 3 hour event . Call us for participation information : ( 813 ) 407-6866 or email : VPadilla @ Latin-Times . com
Saturday , March 6 th , 2010 DAYTONA SUPERCROSS BY HONDA Daytona Supercross By Honda is America ’ s toughest and most grueling Supercross race , staged under the lights in the historic tri-oval of Daytona International Speedway . Track activity starts approx 12 p . m . Info : 1-800-PITSHOP Friday , March 12 th , 2010 Cheech & Chong : Get It Legal @ Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center : Carol Morsani Hall Cheech & Chong with special guest Shelby . Get It Legal is the follow-up to their hugely successful reunion tour , Cheech & Chong : Light Up America , where they performed together for the first time in more than 25 years . The pop culture duo performed for more than 100 audiences and quickly became one of the most sought after shows of 2008-2009 . Successful beyond their wildest dreams , Richard “ Cheech ” Marin and Tommy Chong ’ s shows are irreverent , satirical , counter-culture , no-holds-barred comedy routines . Together , they represent a lifestyle and are the originators of the “ stoner film ” as a genre . Info : cheechandchongtour . com or TBPAC . org
Friday , March 12th , 2010 “ 2nd Friday Latin ConneXions ” business networking social @ Boomerang ’ s Martini Lounge @ 2016 Town Center Blvd – Brandon , FL Hispanic / Latino Business Community BIG in Brandon , FL . Latin ConneXions Business Networking Social , scheduled for Friday @ Boomerang ’ s ! Latin Times Magazine , and the Tampa Latin Chamber of Commerce is hosting a this business networking event on the 2nd Friday of each month in Brandon at Boomerang ’ s . This event will take place between the hours of 5:30 – 8:30 PM . Door cover charge is $ 5.00 and includes a hot Latin Tapas buffet , compliments of Boomerang ’ s . ( 5:45 – 7:00PM ) Parking is FREE and there will be many great giveaways . So grab your dancing shoes and a stack of business cards and join us ! Sponsors Include : Latin Times Magazine , Tampa Latin Chamber of Commerce , The Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce , Bommerang ’ s Martini Lounge . Sponsorship / Exhibit info : Jolie @ Latin-Times . com or call ( 813 ) 407-6866 .
Friday-Sunday , March 12 – 28th , 2010 The Sunshine Boys @ St . Petersburg Little Theatre , 4025 31st St . Petersburg , FL . It ’ s a loving homage to the history of comic theatre and a tribute to the performers who made that comedy so memorable . www . splt . org or 727-866-1973 .
March 13 , 2010 Gabriel Iglesias @ Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center : Carol Morsani Hall Comedy Central ’ s 2006 Comedian of the Year , Gabriel Iglesias has become one of America ’ s most popular comics thanks to his high energy performances on The Tonight Show , The Late Show and Last Comic Standing . Visit gabrieliglesias . com . Sat 7 p . m . Price : Regularly priced tickets start at $ 34.50 . Applicable service charges added at point of purchase .
Thursday March 25th , 2010 Festival of States Honda Grand Prix Illuminated Night Parade and Fireworks . Illuminated floats and marching bands wind through downtown to the beautiful waterfront . After parade festival in N . Straub Park and fireworks across the Basin . www . festivalofstates . com or 727-821-9888 . 7 to 11 p . m . Fireworks at 9 p . m .
Friday , March 26th , 2010 “ Viernes Social ” ( Social Friday ) @ Gasoline Alley – 14042 66th Street North in Largo , FL You are invited to our “ Viernes Social ” ( Social Friday ) @ Latin ConneXions Business Networking Socials- Pinellas County . ( Between Ulmerton Road and West Bay ) All of Tampa Bay ’ s Business Community is invited to attend the NEW and exciting Latin ConneXions event “ Viernes Social ” @ the fabulous all NEW “ Gasoline Alley . These “ Latino- Style ” networking events are among the biggest , most exciting business networking socials in Tampa Bay and now they are available to the Pinellas County Business Community as well !! Parking is FREE and there will be many great giveaways . Held on the “ Last ” Friday of each month , Latin ConneXions Business Networking Socials are the product of “ Latin Times Magazine .” This event was created in order to offer Tampa Bay ’ s business community the opportunity to meet and network with other area business professionals in an upscale social environment . Latin ConneXions events attract both Latinos and non-Latinos alike and typically draws over 75 business professionals throughout the 3 hour event . 5:30 PM until 8:30 PM . Cover : $ 5.00 - Includes Great Buffet , compliments of Gasoline Alley ! ( 5:45 PM - 6:45 PM ) Exhibit / Info : ViernesSocial @ Latin-Times . com . Sponsored : Latin Times , Higher Dreams Productions , Gasoline Alley .
Sunday , March 28 , 2010 HORACIO GUITERREZ – BACH FESTIVAL SOCIETY Cuban-born American pianist is consistently praised for the poetic insight and technical mastery he brings to a diverse repertoire . Be inspired by his artistry and sensitivity as you experience the power of the piano . Cultural family and music theatre @ 3 p . m . Tiedtke Concert Hall , 1000 Holt Ave . Winter Park , FL 32789 . Info : 407-646-2182 . Admission : $ 30 –$ 40 .
BIG SPECIAL EVENT : Coming in April 2010 “ Latino Explosion !”
Latin Times is proud to announce the long awaited LATINO EXPLOSION ! Big Fair / Expo with educational workshops : Health , Higher Education , Latino Marketing , Business 101 , Career Planning / Jobs , Business Opportunities , Community , Fashion , Music , Culture and MORE ! All Day – Family event . Sponsorship / Exhibitor Info : LatinoExplosion @ Latin-Times . com or ( 813 ) 407-6866
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