tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-315599812024-03-06T20:44:50.019-08:00Tampa HeightsA blog about the Tampa Heights neighborhood in Tampa, FL.David Jenkinshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08429386364704460600noreply@blogger.comBlogger157125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-61834522897644843852012-11-08T08:13:00.001-08:002012-11-08T08:13:50.895-08:00Jobsite Theater | Gorey Stories
On stage through Nov. 18! See both Gorey Stories and POE this Sun. (11/11) for just $24! Write to us at tickets@jobsitetheater.org for more info!
"a deliciously macabre homage.... Jobsite perfectly realizes Gorey's special brand of irony in 3D" – Tampa Tribune"plenty of amusement to be had.... The entire cast of Jobsite regulars [are] a hoot to watch, individually and together." – David M. Jenkinshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09724692618185085231noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-75172047481901522572012-04-08T11:18:00.002-07:002012-04-08T11:18:42.780-07:00Lee's Grocery in Tampa HeightsIf you haven't been by yet for the amazing beer, coffee, wings and pizza - what the heck are you waiting for?
Lee' Grocery
2210 Central Avenue Tampa, FL 33602
David M. Jenkinshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09724692618185085231noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-84314453676720878112011-12-01T07:58:00.000-08:002011-12-01T08:05:28.693-08:00Another call for writers, and some news bitsI obviously really stink at keeping this blog updated. Like Whoa stink at it. Do you want to be a contributor? Write to me. You don't have to live in TH, just be able to tell me why you have an interest in the area.Check out Lee's Grocery, newly opened in the hood with tasty pizzas and beers.Not in TH, but nearby, Microgroove Records is adding a music presence on the already up and coming David M. Jenkinshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09724692618185085231noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-86133554079552813202011-05-30T11:34:00.001-07:002011-05-30T11:34:57.296-07:00Want to help with this blog?If you live in the Heights and would like to contribute to this blog, leave us a comment. I'd like to see if this blog can become more active again.David Jenkinshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08429386364704460600noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-61339505754471100472010-09-29T08:59:00.000-07:002010-09-29T08:59:47.859-07:00Einstein's Dreams Teaser | Jobsite TheaterDavid M. Jenkinshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09724692618185085231noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-57956854447895091262010-06-10T10:11:00.000-07:002010-06-10T10:13:48.771-07:00Special offer on a show tonight!I run Jobsite Theater down at the Straz Center, and we have a special offer on tickets for tonight's performance of Dead Man's Cell Phone. The show is getting great reviews:We begin our second weekend of performances of the hit play Dead Man's Cell Phone tonight (6/10, 8p) in the Shimberg Playhouse. We hope that if you haven't joined us yet that you can attend this weekend, and that if you have David M. Jenkinshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09724692618185085231noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-71993446008317924332010-05-14T09:59:00.001-07:002010-05-14T10:08:43.556-07:00Rental needed!Not necessarily exclusive to Tampa Heights, a surrounding hood would work as well (Seminole, Riverside etc). This is from a good friend and ensemble member with Jobsite Theater. Help an artist out, this is a reliable renter!WANTED: Tampa Heights area rental property.Looking for a 1-2 bedroom Mother-in-Law/Duplex/ApartmentWasher/Dryer hookupsMust allow 2 indoor dogs (Both housebroken. One is David M. Jenkinshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09724692618185085231noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-49685756646738341242010-05-05T15:02:00.000-07:002010-05-05T15:03:34.157-07:00Found dog looking for a homePlease see this post over at my blog for the details: http://bit.ly/cpPL5MDavid M. Jenkinshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09724692618185085231noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-32504527552245202402010-02-17T07:19:00.001-08:002010-02-17T07:19:24.805-08:00UC Tampa - Feb 2010 Edition Part 2In This Issue1. Food News: Get Greece-y. Moon Waxes. Bistro Wanes.2. Davis Islands Dog Park Scheduled For Grooming3. Walk into Ybor’s Secret Past4. Seminole Heights Bicycle Club's Hub-Grub Bike Ride5. Ride A Dragon - Tampa Dragon Boat Races6. News & Rumors ... and much more!Jay McGeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14175500573782261090noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-76321188749855312532010-02-17T06:20:00.001-08:002010-02-17T06:20:13.827-08:00Food News: Get Greece-y. Moon Waxes. Bistro Wanes.The Bungalow Bistro of Seminole Heights will soon be home to The Refinery.Seminole Heights ‘Bistro’ gets RefinedThe Bungalow Bistro of Seminole Heights (5137 N. Florida Ave.) has been sold to Greg and Michelle Baker of Cooks-n-Company (a personal chef service). While currently still being operated under the “Bistro” moniker and menu, Greg stated the couple is planning to launch an entirely new Jay McGeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14175500573782261090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-87622037734773948782010-02-17T06:02:00.000-08:002010-02-17T06:03:23.395-08:00Neighbor to the North's Restaurant Bike TourEvent FlyerSEMINOLE HEIGHTS - The Seminole Heights Bicycle Club invites all to tour the neighborhood's restaurants via bicycle. At each stop, riding participants will have the get the chance to check out some of the area's favorite haunts and munch on a quick snack before heading off their next destination.When:February 27, 3-5:30pmCost:FreeSchedule*:3pm - Hub-Grub Bike Ride leaves from the Jay McGeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14175500573782261090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-38542944391094214522010-02-15T12:56:00.001-08:002010-02-15T12:56:42.667-08:00Gimme Seven! New Restaurants Rolling into the Urban Corridor.Old location of Big John's Alabama BBQ.URBAN CORRIDOR – The new year appears to have brought with it a flurry of restaurants for downtown Tampa and its nearby, Urban Corridor neighborhoods. Seven dining establishments, some with names familiar to the area, some not, have either opened or are expected to open by the end of March.West Tampa: Green Iguana Bar & Grill, a local’s hangout on Ybor Jay McGeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14175500573782261090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-32767823449810202312010-02-12T20:15:00.000-08:002010-02-12T20:20:25.159-08:00Valentine's Day menu for The RefineryThe Refinery (5137 North Florida Ave.) will be serving their Valentine's Day menu from 5pm to 9pm this Sunday evening.Call for reservations: 813-237-2000Appetizers:Appalachicola Oyster: strawberry-serrano mignonette $2Sea Scallop: vanilla, mango, cucumber, white chocolate, Sriracha $8Goat Cheese Tart: leek, yellow foot chantrelle, creme fraiche $8Soup:Lobster Bisque: vanilla, ancho chiles $8SaladDavid M. Jenkinshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09724692618185085231noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-32586181957533791582010-02-06T08:47:00.000-08:002010-02-06T08:49:02.801-08:00The Refinery is now open!Seems things ramped up faster than anticipated - The Refinery (mentioned in a post below) is now open for business in the old Bungalow Bistro just up the road a piece from us here in Tampa Heights. The Bakers will be converting the restaurant (and the menu) over in the coming weeks. Stay tuned!David M. Jenkinshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09724692618185085231noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-18698931253263313962010-02-02T12:55:00.001-08:002010-02-02T12:56:23.763-08:00UC Tampa - Feb 2010 Edition Part 1In This Issue-A SERIOUS ART ATTACK-NEW RESTAURANTS ROLLING IN-CELEBRATE THE BUNGALOW-HALT! ARMORY BACK TO MARKET-PRO BASKETBALL IN TAMPA-NEWS & RUMORS ... and much more!Jay McGeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14175500573782261090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-20104067314642416632010-01-30T00:33:00.000-08:002010-01-30T00:34:09.668-08:00American Basketball Association announces Tampa Bay expansionDOWNTOWN - The American Basketball Association (ABA) has announced it will add a team in Tampa Bay for the 2010-2011 season."This is the first of 10 ABA teams that will be owned and operated by SEP (Sports Equity Partners) in the Southeast,” stated Joe Newman, ABA’s CEO. "We are very happy to be returning to the Tampa area.”Additional markets will be named shortly.The yet to be named team is Jay McGeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14175500573782261090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-41162850826995793752010-01-24T08:43:00.000-08:002010-01-24T08:48:47.944-08:00The Refinery set to open in Seminole HeightsWhile not technically in Tampa Heights, this new spot will be opening in our more popular sister's neck of the woods. Check out the details on the Creative Loafing blog.I was a fan of the Culinary Sherpas before I was friends with them. The fact that Michelle fed me hot wings and bacon-wrapped grilled stuffed jalapenos last night in no way led to me posting this. How's that for disclosure?David M. Jenkinshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09724692618185085231noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-29813045252702258402009-11-19T04:04:00.000-08:002009-11-19T04:05:32.272-08:00Urb Your Enthusiasm - Nov/Dec '09 Issue of UC Tampa MagazineIn This IssueURB YOUR ENTHUSIASMWHAT IS TAMPA'S URBAN CORRIDOR?PIZZAIOLO BAVARO RESTAURANTTHE INDEPENDENT BEER HALLYOUR UNIQUE, LOCAL SHOPS & RESTAURANTSNEWS & RUMORSCHOOSING FAVORITESSTAYING CONNECTED& MUCH, MUCH MOREJay McGeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14175500573782261090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-74823830902156991722009-10-20T12:07:00.000-07:002009-10-20T12:29:51.593-07:00House Fire in Tampa Heights at 408 Hugh StreetEarly monday morning there was a house fire at the home of Davey & Sharon Zeigler in Tampa Heights. At around 3 a..m Clint Bowers, next door neighbor was awoken by noise & flames coming from the electrical panel. He quickly alerted the Zeiglers and they were able to escape with no major injuries. The Red Cross has found temporary housing for the family. Please, let this be a warning to Heads Up!http://www.blogger.com/profile/08453222313357759117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-7892841890678382992009-10-18T08:16:00.001-07:002009-10-18T08:18:13.854-07:00Reviews?Anyone been to Ella's yet? The Independent? Care to tell us about your experience? Send it in!I'm curious about The Independent and meant to go in there myself on Friday night, but the storm stopped me. The only thing I seem to hear with frequency is that it's expensive. Can anyone comment?David M. Jenkinshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09724692618185085231noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-87420255289162162382009-10-08T14:01:00.000-07:002009-10-08T14:15:36.485-07:00The IndependentOur Seminole Heights neighbors to the north of us, have finally got their own version of St. Pete's famous beer hall, The Independent . They are having a "soft opening" tonight (Oct. 8) and the "Grand Opening" on Friday. So if you like good beer / wine and conversation feel free to stop by and check it out. Make sure you grab something to eat before you go though, because they are not currentlyHeads Up!http://www.blogger.com/profile/08453222313357759117noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-12795881528890663582009-09-26T21:41:00.000-07:002009-09-26T21:48:11.576-07:00Robles Park As a child growing up I the Tampa Bay area (Brandon) there were always three things that stood out to me while traveling on the Interstate 275 North/South through Tampa. The Sulphur Springs tower, the steeple of Seminole Heights Baptist Church and the beautiful park that abutted the interstate close to Downtown Tampa. Little did I know that as an adult I would find myself living a block away Heads Up!http://www.blogger.com/profile/08453222313357759117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-71094358352295727222009-09-26T06:40:00.000-07:002009-09-26T06:41:07.138-07:00UC Tampa Magazine Sept/Oct 2009See complete version online at:www.UCTampa.comWHAT'S HAUNTING YBOR? The Ghostly Side of Ybor City ... Pg. 18A HAND UP, NOT OUT The Freecycle Network ... Pg. 06A FAVORITE NEIGHBORHOOD HAUNT Gaspar's Grotto Bar & Grill ... Pg. 24 NEWS&RUMORS 18 Bites of Neighborhood Gossip ... Pg. 12FIT FOR PRINT: PART 2 The Goal ... Pg. 08ARTS&ENTERTAINMENT Our Fave Jay McGeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14175500573782261090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-27788326078014679002009-06-08T10:59:00.000-07:002009-06-08T11:01:17.564-07:00Movies @ Cafe Hey!From an email release:Cafe Hey is pleased to host free movies throughout the year. We generally show two free movies a month. We choose these movies from local productions, personal favorites, and cult classics. Movies typically start at 7pm unless otherwise noted. The ambiance is relaxed and social, and most importantly, within the comfort of air-conditioning. BYOB is encouraged, as is heckling David M. Jenkinshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09724692618185085231noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31559981.post-62235764969700810322009-05-19T07:05:00.001-07:002009-05-19T07:08:31.296-07:00UC TAMPA MAGAZINE May/June 2009 Edition(formerly New Heights Magazine)See complete version online at www.UCTampa.com.--------------------------------------------------------------------WIN UP TO $450 IN PRIZES!Kids Play Cutest Photo ContestSend us your cutest photo of your child(ren) and you could win up to $450 in prizes and see your child(ren) on the next cover of UC Tampa!OPPORTUNITIES N.O.K.The "North of Kennedy" Business Jay McGeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14175500573782261090noreply@blogger.com0