🤝 Want more local customers?
East of Tampa Buzz puts your business in front of 25,000+ neighbors every month - newsletter, social media and classifieds. We handle all the content.
Good morning neighbors ☀️
Hope the week is treating you well. We've got a solid mix today, some events coming up, local businesses worth knowing about, and a few things worth passing along to someone who needs them.
Quick note before we get into it: my yard has been looking a little rough lately, and I finally did something about it. This week's edition is brought to you by Tampa Bay Pro Services, and honestly the timing feels right. If your lawn looks like it survived the winter but nobody told it spring was here, Gregory Dunn and the team make it easy to get things back on track. Routine maintenance, cleanups, exterior upkeep. Local, reliable, and they actually show up. Reach out to Gregory directly at (813) 770-8721.
Alright, let's get into it. 👇
In today's Buzz:
🍹 Sangria Night at Keel Farms this Friday, free admission
🏥 A $19M freestanding ER coming to Boyette Road
🛍️ Grand opening in Apollo Beach worth stopping by
🌸 Mother's Day market, pet clinic, and more events this week
🔧 Local businesses worth keeping in your back pocket
🍹Sangria Night at Keel Farms | Plant City | May 1 | More
If you're looking for a reason to get out this Friday, here it is.
Keel and Curley Winery hosts Sangria Night every first Friday of the month, and May 1 is the next one. Doors open at 5pm and the party runs until 10pm. Think live Latin music, dancing under the lights, and handcrafted sangria flights on the farm. No tickets, no reservations. Just show up ready to have a good time.
It's the kind of night that turns into a favorite tradition. The setting at Keel Farms is unlike anything else in the area, and with free admission and free parking, there's really no reason not to go.
Ice machines are one of those things nobody thinks about until a health inspector does. If you run a restaurant, café, or any foodservice operation, the ice your customers get is only as clean as the machine making it.
Clean Ice LLC focuses on one thing: commercial ice machine cleaning, done right. Using FDA-recommended methods, they go after the mold, bacteria, and mineral scale that quietly accumulate and create real health code exposure. Depending on the condition of the equipment, service runs from a quick 1-2 hour sanitization to a 4-6+ hour deep clean for machines that have been neglected. They also offer preventive maintenance plans so it doesn't have to be a reactive call every time.
They serve small businesses, commercial kitchens, and cafés throughout Hillsborough County. If your ice machine hasn't been professionally cleaned recently, it probably needs it. Reach them at (786) 933-5947 or visit cleanyourice.com
🐾 Petting Zoo at Hogan's Place | 7023 Gibsonton Drive | Gibsonton | Apr 28 - May 5 (Daily) | More
Kids can meet, feed, and cuddle a variety of animals in a safe, family-friendly setting. Just $5 per person, free for ages 2 and under.
🎶 Trivia Night at Keel Farms | Keel and Curley Winery | Plant City | Apr 28 | More
Weekly trivia every Tuesday on the patio deck at Keel Farms, hosted by Timeless Entertainment. Free admission, drinks available.
🎮 Esports Open Play at Emanuel P. Johnson Rec Center | 5855 S. 78th St. | Tampa (near Brandon) | Apr 28 & May 5 | More
Free Tuesday night open gaming sessions on a full esports setup including PS5, Xbox Series S, Nintendo Switch, and six 65-inch screens. Free to attend.
🧶 Crochet Buddies at Bruton Memorial Library | 302 McLendon St | Plant City | Apr 28 | More
Drop in and work on your latest crochet project or learn the basics. Open to ages 9 and up. Free, no registration required.
🏎️ Arrive and Drive at Ambassador Racing | 14840 Speedway Drive | Wimauma | Apr 29 & May 5 | More
The last real racing facility in Hillsborough County opens its oval track every Tuesday and Thursday at 7pm for open kart racing. All skill levels welcome, just show up and race.
🛍️ Tampa Bay HEAT Spring Market | 1720 S. St. Cloud Ave. | Valrico | May 2 | More
A community-centered market where students and vendors come together to create, sell, and support one another. Running 9am to 12pm, this one is equal parts shopping and feel-good community spirit.
🐾 Community Pet Vaccination Clinic | 7015 US Highway 301 S | Riverview | May 2 | More
Affordable low-cost vaccination clinic for dogs and cats. Great opportunity to get your pets caught up without the full vet visit price tag.
🌸 Oh So Rustic Mother's Day Market | 788 W Lumsden Rd | Brandon | May 3 | More
One of Brandon's longest-running outdoor vendor markets returns with a Mother's Day theme. Handmade goods, local artisans, and a family-friendly atmosphere from 10am to 3pm.
🎳 Dave and Buster's Half Price Games | 10209 Estuary Lakes Dr | Tampa/Brandon | Apr 28 - May 1 | More
All games are half price Sunday through Thursday. A solid option for a family night out without the weekend crowds.
🌿 Ribbon Cutting: Wash & Cloth Grand Opening | 1312 Apollo Beach Blvd | Apollo Beach | May 2 | More
A new nature-based beauty and home care shop opens its doors in Apollo Beach with local pop-ups, raffles, goodie bags, rosé, snacks, and vendor stations including a flower bar, houseplants, permanent jewelry, and a custom body scrub creation station. 1pm to 4pm.
🎉 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.
Integrity Seawalls – A local marine contractor serving Apollo Beach and the greater Tampa Bay area, handling everything from new seawall installation and replacement to docks, boat lifts and boardwalks. If you own waterfront property and have been putting off a seawall or dock project, this is a solid local option to get on your radar.
Action Karate – A structured martial arts program focused on building discipline, confidence, and real-world self-defense skills for kids and adults. Located in the River Hills Plaza area, Action Karate combines high-energy classes with character development, making it a strong option for families looking to get their kids active while learning valuable life skills.
Trinity Junk Removal – A reliable local option for fast, hassle-free junk removal across the area. Whether you’re clearing out a garage, handling post-renovation debris, or getting rid of bulk items, Trinity Junk Removal Inc makes the process simple with quick pickups and straightforward pricing.
Roof Rejuvenate Southern Hillsborough - Not all roof rejuvenation companies are the same. Most are actually applying surface sealers or coatings, a cosmetic fix, not real restoration. Roof Rejuvenate uses a product that works from inside the shingle out, replenishing the oils that keep asphalt flexible. If your shingles are cracking, curling, or losing granules, get a free inspection before you spend $15K-$30K on a replacement you might not need. Call Jeff directly at 813-652-2777.
Gaines Construction Rentals – A reliable local option for equipment rentals across East of Tampa. Whether you’re tackling a construction project, landscaping job, or home improvement work, Gaines Construction Rentals makes it easy to access the right equipment when you need it. From boom lifts to mini skid steers and trailers, they offer dependable tools with straightforward service to keep your projects moving.
✏️ No School: May 25, 2026
🎓 Last Day of School: May 29
School Calendar
HCA Florida Brandon Hospital broke ground this month on a brand new freestanding emergency room at 12910 Boyette Road in Riverview. The 13,000 square foot facility is a $19 million investment and sits on the old Ace Golf driving range that locals have watched sit vacant for a while now.
For anyone living along the Boyette corridor, whether that's Riverview, Lithia or Fishhawk, this is the kind of infrastructure that quietly makes your neighborhood more attractive to buyers. Proximity to emergency care is something homebuyers ask about, and that answer just got a lot better for South County.
It's also worth reading between the lines a little. When a hospital system drops $19 million on a piece of land in your backyard, they're betting on continued growth in that area. HCA doesn't build freestanding ERs in places they don't expect to be busy.
Groundbreaking happened April 1st. No opening date announced yet, but we'll keep you posted.
Thanks for reading. See you Friday!
Looking to get your business or event in front of the East of Tampa community?
See how we can help at advertise.eastoftampa.com
