Author Archives: Tricia Sportsman

Nonprofit Spotlight: Live for 24 Foundation

Tampa Bay Moms Blog will be spotlighting one local nonprofit each month. Our goal is to bring awareness to our readers with nonprofit organizations that are making an impact in Tampa Bay through their connection and work in the community. The Live for 24 Foundation is dedicated to supporting youth community outreach and funding student […]

No Muss, No Fuss – 1st Birthday Party Ideas

Living in the Tampa Bay area has its perks – lots of them. The weather is great, we’re close to theme parks, and we have our choice of city or country life within a few miles of each other. Between nearby Busch Gardens and the Lowry Park Zoo, we can see animals from around the world without leaving the neighborhood! […]

Local Tampa Bay Businesses You Should Check Out This Month

Many of our writers are also local business owners. We are so proud to have a platform to help support these wonderful ladies in sharing their parenting stories but also to celebrate their entrepreneurial spirits. While Small Business Saturday isn’t until Saturday, November 30th, we think you should support your local Tampa Bay businesses all year round especially these […]

Kickoff Fall with a Trip to Sweetfields Farms

It’s that time of year again – the temperature has dropped below 90 and we are bringing out the pumpkins and embracing Fall.  An excellent way to get into the Fall spirit is with a trip to  Sweetfields Farm.  The farm, located at 17250 Benes Roush Rd. Masaryktown, Fl 34604, is only about a 45 minute drive […]

It’s Not About The Toys: My Feelings on a Store Closing

I feel like I’ve been fairly good at staying upbeat despite having to stay-at-home. I’ve tried to exercise regularly, get outside and check-in on at least one friend/relative every day. Not to say I haven’t had my moments. We recently learned that our favorite locally-owned toy store will not be able to remain open. This […]

Inspirational Mom: Starting Your Own Business

This week’s inspirational mom is Leslie Burket–mom of two, Trent 6, and Lila 4, and wife of  Tom. She took an idea she had for her own children and turned it into a successful business. We chatted with her about her inspiration and how she became a businesswoman. Can you explain to our readers…what are […]

Local Business Spotlight: Happy Hearts Art Studio

Each month Tampa Bay Moms is spotlighting a local business. We understand these are rough times and want to encourage everyone to support our local businesses. If you know of a local business we should feature, please reach out to us at [email protected] What is Happy Hearts Art Studio? Happy Hearts is an art studio in New […]

Moms’ Night Out at {a} Haley Boutique Tickets On Sale Now!

Explore Math through hands-on activities at MOSI.  For six Mondays, starting on November 4 through December 9, 2013, PricewaterhouseCoopers is sponsoring FREE admission to help kids get excited about math, especially financial literacy.  Each afternoon there will be stations located around the museum with amazing demos to entertain and educate your kids. At the Learning Stations, guests will have […]