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Volunteers needed to put up Ybor holiday decorations

Submitted by Preston Rudie, Reporter

Friday, November 18th, 2011, 10:16pm

Volunteers needed to put up Ybor holiday decorations

Tampa, FL -- Volunteers are needed this weekend to help put up holiday decorations in Ybor City.

Organizers say if you are interested in helping out go the Reservoir Bar located at 1518 E. 7^th Ave at 11 a.m. on Sunday morning.

In past years, organizers say as many as 80 people have helped put up garland and lights along 7^th Avenue. They say putting up the decorations generally takes a few hours.

An Ybor City tree lighting ceremony at Centro Ybor is planed this year for Dec. 30.

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Teach-In scheduled for Nov. 17

Submitted by Leslie Farrell, Community Blogger

Tuesday, November 15th, 2011, 5:11pm

Tampa, FL -- Another Teach-In is coming to South Tampa, and in fact to the whole country - and you don't want to miss out!

I've taught at the Teach-In since my children were small, and I've always been so nervous for days beforehand - but afterwards, am so glad I participated. I've mostly taught about journalism, public relations and the performing arts and the students have always made me feel like I've made a difference. It's very rewarding!

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Ybor mural moves one step closer to reality

Submitted by Preston Rudie, Reporter

Tuesday, November 15th, 2011, 4:27pm

Ybor mural moves one step closer to reality

Tampa, FL -- A mural, that if completed will be the city's largest, has taken a big step closer towards becoming reality. Officials with the Adamo Drive Mural Project say financing is now in place for the proposed 370-foot long by 35-foot tall picture.

Below is a news release recently sent out announcing the update:

On Thursday, Oct. 20, final financing for the public-private Adamo Drive Mural project was approved by the Tampa City Council.

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Volunteers needed to Rally for the River

Submitted by Kristin Weber, Web Producer, 10News In Your Neighborhood

Monday, November 14th, 2011, 12:06pm

Volunteers needed to Rally for the River

Hillsborough County, FL -- Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful is still looking for volunteers for one of Tampa's largest annual volunteer events, the 24th Annual Hillsborough River & Waterway Cleanup.

On Nov. 19, after volunteers are sent out to 40 different cleanup sites throughout Hillsborough County, they will enjoy the Rally on the River with live music by Bobby & The Rockets and a free picnic lunch prepared by the Sickles High School Culinary Program.

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Charity raises money as people drop from building

Submitted by Mike Deeson, Reporter

Saturday, November 12th, 2011, 2:08pm

Charity raises money as people drop from building

Tampa, Florida -- On Saturday, Nov. 19, up to 75 brave participants will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to rappel 280 ft. "over the edge" of the Franklin Exchange building.

As a fundraiser for Tampa-based global nonprofit Heartbeat International (HBI), participants will each raise a minimum of $1,000 to support the efforts of Heartbeat International's Pacemaker Program, which provides pacemaker devices and surgeries to indigent patients around the world, and for the enhancement of HBI's heart health education, awareness, and training programs.

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Glazer Children's Museum holds event to benefit Riverwalk

Submitted by Mike Deeson, Reporter

Wednesday, November 9th, 2011, 2:19pm

Glazer Children's Museum holds event to benefit Riverwalk

Tampa, Florida -- CREW Tampa Bay and the City of Tampa are hosting a celebrating of ArtLOUD! sculpture exhibition.

The event will be held from 7 - 10 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 11 at the Glazer Children's Museum and includes a silent auction benefiting Downtown and the Riverwalk.

The event will also feature gourmet tastings and cocktails, Latin Jazz by "Jurika," and an exciting live auction and raffle prizes. Tickets at $65 for the event.

The Glazer Children's Museum is located at 110 W. Gasparilla Plaza in Downtown Tampa.

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Forum to address the needs of Women Veterans

Submitted by Kristin Weber, Web Producer, 10News In Your Neighborhood

Sunday, November 6th, 2011, 3:03pm

Forum to address the needs of Women Veterans

The Hillsborough County Commission on the Status of Women (COSW) will host a Women Veterans Forum on Tuesday, Nov. 29, to identify and develop solutions to the unique challenges faced by women returning home from military service.

As the number of women in uniform active in ongoing conflicts continues to grow, so too does the need to address the vital issues of health care, community reintegration, job placement assistance, and education.

Five experts will share their perspectives and participate in a panel discussion.

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