Happy weekend, Land O' Lakes! In today’s happening-today edition: Hospital topping-out milestone, a patriotic birthday bash, and classic cars and vintage motorcycles + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Weekend picks around Tampa Bay: Celebrate Juneteenth and Father’s Day this weekend with a free KRATE Live celebration in Wesley Chapel and family fun at Tampa Museum of Art, plus more Tampa Bay events -- see what’s happening this weekend.
Major hospital milestone: Robins & Morton and Johns Hopkins All Children’s topped out the five-story, 239,000-square-foot Pasco County hospital with 56 beds and an emergency center, as construction targets 2027 completion -- see the hospital milestone.
July’s big patriotic lineup: America 250 celebrations will fill July, with Land O' Lakes Library hosting America’s Birthday Bash featuring storytime, crafts, and a petting zoo, plus festivities at Veterans Park -- explore the July lineup.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Weeknight bowl upgrade: Whether your fridge is giving “not tonight” energy or you just want something fresh without crossing half of Tampa, Fish Bowl Kitchen does build-your-own poke with legit toppings, plus acai bowls, boba, and even Dole Whip. Quick, colorful, and dangerously habit-forming for Land O' Lakes appetites.
Putt-putt therapy Mulligans Mini Golf is the easy local win when you need low-stress fun, a cheeky date night, or somewhere for the kids to burn wiggles. Memberships, birthday parties, and occasional glow golf keep it fresh, and the course sits right in our backyard so no long drive required.
Local mini getaway, unlocked: Skip the bridge traffic and sneak a staycation at The Woods RV, a clothing-optional RV community with a resort-style pool, hot tub, and conversation pool, plus a clubhouse with actual social life. Book a roomy lot or a park model, meet friendly neighbors, and remember sunscreen... everywhere.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🚗 Classic Cars and Vintage Motorcycles Show @ Harley-Davidson (Lutz) | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Nothing beats ogling chrome and nostalgia at the third-Saturday classic car and vintage bike show at Harley-Davidson of Wesley Chapel. Expect DJ tunes, Top Pick bragging rights, a raffle for veterans, free hot dogs and drinks, and blessed A/C, because Florida. Family friendly.
🥕 Fresh Market @ The Shops at Wiregrass (Wesley Chapel) | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Consider this your sanctioned excuse to browse, snack, and pretend errands count as exercise. Wiregrass’s fresh market packs produce, handmade candles, soaps, bread, art, furniture, jewelry, and legit lunch bites, all in one strollable loop. Quality time, zero fuss, plenty of reasons to linger.
🚗 Chrome & Memories: Father's Day Car Show & Family Picnic @ Lutz Cemetery | Saturday (6/20) at 11:00 AM – This Father's Day car show and family picnic brings classic rides, music, and trophies to Lutz Cemetery, with a space to honor dads, granddads, and the mentors who steered us right. Expect BBQ, hula hoops, photo ops, and stories that age as well as chrome.
🧘 Ayurveda Through the Seasons: Summer & Pitta Balance @ Pose by Pose Yoga (Lutz) | Saturday (6/20) at 11:30 AM – Trade your swampy summer brain for a cooling reset with gentle yoga, mindful breath, and Ayurveda that tames that spicy Pitta mood. Expect grounding movement, simple seasonal self-care, and easy recipes that actually taste good. All levels, zero pretzel poses, maximum chill.
🍔 DogFathers Family BBQ @ Bay Paws Pet Resort - Wesley Chapel | Saturday (6/20) at 12:00 PM – Bring the whole pack to Wesley Chapel for a Father’s Day Pup Fest with free brews, BBQ, a doggy splashpad, and giant Jenga, because the favorite child has four legs. You might snag Bolts Brewfest VIP tickets, whiskey, or a Main Event family pack. Free.
🛍 Lakeside Market June @ In the Loop Brewing | Saturday (6/20) at 6:00 PM – Saturday evening by the lake means a laid-back market with good drinks, good people, and better finds. Stroll a curated lineup of local vendors, sip something decent, watch the sunset show off, and accept you will run into three people you know.
🚗 Blue Oval Syndicate Meet and Greet @ Ford's Garage (Lutz) | Sunday (6/21) at 2:00 PM – Roll into Ford's Garage for a Blue Oval parking lot takeover, where truck folks talk shop, swap tips, and admire builds. Family friendly, no burnouts, and dinner is Dutch treat, so bring your appetite, manners, and a story about the miles you swear it pulls. Live music & entertainment:
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
06 — The Land O' Lakes report Weather forecastToday — High: 94°F — Low: 76°F — Precip: 33%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8am and 9am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. Heat index values as high as 103. West southwest wind 1 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 76. Heat index values as high as 100. West northwest wind 0 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tomorrow — High: 94°F — Low: 76°F — Precip: 21%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 8am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. West northwest wind 0 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 76. Northwest wind 0 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. This house is wildThis refined 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath Connerton home pairs elegant interiors with a true resort-style setting. An open-concept main level, flexible downstairs bonus space, and upstairs loft add versatility, while the primary suite features water views, a custom walk-in closet, and an oversized shower. Outside, a custom deck frames the heated pool and spa.
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