Good morning, neighbors ☀️
It's Friday, which means the weekend is close enough to taste. If your plan involves having people over, hosting a cookout, or just finally feeling good about the state of your house, this one's for you.
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Get a free quote at maidpurecleaningservices.com or call (813) 670-2004.
Now let's get into what's going on around East Hillsborough this weekend. 👇
If you've ever seen a bonsai tree and thought "I want to learn how to do that," Artisans Bonsai in Thonotosassa is the place to start.
Tampa's premier bonsai nursery, they carry a full selection of finished bonsai, pre-bonsai material, tools, pots, and soil. But what makes them different is the education side. They offer beginner workshops, an intro class for new students, and an advanced school program for serious growers, many taught by bonsai masters from around the world. So whether you're picking up your first tree or you've been at it for years, there's a place for you here.
They also do bonsai rentals for events, office leasing and maintenance, repotting, styling, deadwood carving, and even koi pond installations if you want to take the zen garden thing all the way.
Open seven days a week at 9355 E Fowler Ave in Thonotosassa. Visit artisansbonsai.com or call (813) 502-5940.
🌳 Introduction to Bonsai & Basic Wiring Class — Artisans Bonsai Saturday & Sunday, June 6–7 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM 9355 E Fowler Ave, Thonotosassa Two days, hands-on instruction, and only 7 spots left. This intro class covers the basics of bonsai and wiring. Register here
🚗 Valrico Cars & Coffee Saturday, June 6 | 7:00 AM 865 Lithia Pinecrest Rd, Brandon Start your Saturday morning with great cars, great people, and great coffee at Wooden Spoon Diner Brandon. More
🎸 Skunkhammer Live @ Raccoons Bar and Grill Saturday, June 6 | 9:30 PM 3240 Lithia Pinecrest Rd, Valrico Don't miss this band if you wanna have fun. Raccoons is rockin. More
🌿 Summer Kickoff Saturday at A Land of Delight Natural Farm Saturday, June 6 | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM 2514 Leaning Pine Ln, Plant City Indoor AC market, milkshakes, smoothies, farm animals, interactive animal encounters at 9:15, 12:15, and 2:15, plus a free How-To Grow class at 10:30 AM. A full day for the whole family. More
🏁 DFD RC Saturday Night Dirt Oval Club Race Saturday, June 6 | 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM 5010 W. Knights Griffin Rd, Plant City Gates open at 3, racing starts at 6 PM sharp. Free to spectate. $20 for first class, $10 per additional class if you're racing. More
🌊 Splash Bash Saturday, Jun 6 | 6 PM 405 Beverly Blvd | Brandon An adult back-to-summer celebration with drinks, music, and games. School's out. Now it's your turn. More
🚗 Valrico Cars and Coffee Saturday, Jun 6 | 7 AM 865 Lithia Pinecrest Rd | Brandon Great cars, great people, great coffee at Wooden Spoon Diner. Start your Saturday right. More
💃 A Rockin' Recital 2026 Jun 5 – Jun 6 | 5 PM Bloomingdale High School | Valrico Dancing for a Difference wraps up their 25/26 season with their end-of-year recital. Come cheer them on. More
🌿 Summer Kickoff Saturday at A Land of Delight Farm Saturday, Jun 6 | 8 AM – 5 PM 2514 Leaning Pine Ln | Plant City Free how-to-grow class at 10:30 AM, interactive animal encounters, milkshakes, smoothies, and more. More
🧘 Adult Yoga Summer Camp Sunday, Jun 7 | 2 PM – 5 PM 119 W. Windhorst Rd | Brandon A 3-hour playful wellness experience from Keystone Yoga. Yoga, crafts, snacks, and sound bowls. More
🍺 5th Annual Bullfrog Beer Mile Sunday, Jun 7 | 11 AM 3632 Lithia Pinecrest Rd | Valrico Run a mile, drink a beer. Presented by Brandon Running Association and hosted at Bullfrog Creek Brewing Co. Must be 21+. More
🎉 Weekly Events at Boulevard Supper Club | 15260 FishHawk Blvd | Lithia | Ongoing | More
Music bingo, trivia night, ladies' night, and karaoke on rotation throughout the week. Plus exclusive mixology and bottle release events for Wine and Locker Club members.
We started putting together a running list of things for kids and families to do around East Hillsborough this summer, not just the big ticketed events or one and done events, but the stuff worth actually getting off the couch for. Check back every edition. If you have a suggested camp or activity, feel free to reply to this email.
🥋 Action Karate | River Hills Plaza Valrico | Serving Brandon, Bloomingdale & Riverview Kids martial arts, adult classes, Ninja Sharks for ages 3–6, and even special needs martial arts. Action Karate River Hills Plaza is a great way to keep kids active, focused, and building confidence all summer long. Online special running now: 3 classes for $49. More
🎳 Brandon Crossroads Bowl is doing Kids Bowl Free all summer long. Register your kids and they get two free games every weekday starting June 1. You just cover shoe rental. Grab your spot at kidsbowlfree.com.
🎒 First Discoveries Academy — Discovery Club Summer Camp Brandon/Valrico/FishHawk | 1311 Brooker Road, Brandon Kids get LEGO robotics, science presentations, guest speakers, and field trips to places like the Florida Aquarium, MOSI, the pool, and the library. Built for school-age kids with a focus on keeping minds active while actually having fun. Call (813) 662-9290 or visit firstdiscoveriesacademy.com
Thinking about making a move? Whether you're ready to buy or just starting to look, open houses are the best way to get a feel for what's out there. Here's what's happening around East Hillsborough this weekend.
Thanks for reading. See you tomorrow!
