AmericanTowns is a virtual "town square", connecting you to all the events and news happening in Tampa Florida. Whether it's town issues and community activism, or school calendars and sports schedules, AmericanTowns delivers the information faster and helps you use it better. en-us 30 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa 144 69 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa http://www.americantowns.com/images/atn_rss_logo.gif Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:27:48 -0600 Most excellent, Trustworthy and most affordable resource of Tampa bay, Florida for Carpet, Tile, and Hardwood... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/flooring-carpet-tile-laminate-flooring-at-the-lowest-price-in-tampa-bay-florida-235258 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/flooring-carpet-tile-laminate-flooring-at-the-lowest-price-in-tampa-bay-florida-235258 Real Estate Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Can you enlighten on the environmental impact of the fashion industry? As I understand it, the industry overall is no friend to the... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-fashion-s-footprint-235020 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-fashion-s-footprint-235020 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Tampa, FL -- Girl Scouts of West Central Florida (GSWCF) was joined by 190 guests on Friday, November 6, at the sixth annual Dessert First Adventure... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/adventure-filled-dessert-first-a-win-for-girl-scouts-of-west-central-florida-234425 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/adventure-filled-dessert-first-a-win-for-girl-scouts-of-west-central-florida-234425 Clubs and Organizations Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Click on the link to see Tampa Native's segment on Lissette Campos' Postively Tampa Bay segment. ... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/tampa-natives-on-abc-action-news-234140 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/tampa-natives-on-abc-action-news-234140 Clubs and Organizations Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Human Resources Inc. Human Resource Management, Payroll Service, Retirement Planning, Medical and... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/hr-payroll-services-in-florida-233192 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/hr-payroll-services-in-florida-233192 Business and Professional Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Orange Blossom Caterers Oldest and Famous Catering Service Provider in Tampa Bay Florida area for Event Party,... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/tampa-orange-blossom-caterers-food-catering-services-in-st-petersburg-fl-233216 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/tampa-orange-blossom-caterers-food-catering-services-in-st-petersburg-fl-233216 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 The 6th Annual Junior League of Tampa’s Holiday Gift Market will once again put on one of the best shopping experiences in Tampa Bay! We will host... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/6th-annual-junior-league-of-tampa-s-holiday-gift-market-231914 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/6th-annual-junior-league-of-tampa-s-holiday-gift-market-231914 Arts and Entertainment Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Florida’s foster care system success recognized by National Governors Association Center for Best Practices Tampa, FL -- Governor Charlie Crist on... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/governor-crist-applauds-successes-of-florida-s-explore-adoption-initiative-232027 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/governor-crist-applauds-successes-of-florida-s-explore-adoption-initiative-232027 Government and Politics Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 ~Celebrates nation’s first pilot program to help veterans returning to colleges and universities~ Tampa – On November 6, 2009 , Governor Charlie... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/governor-crist-lauds-usf-for-supporting-returning-veterans-232040 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/governor-crist-lauds-usf-for-supporting-returning-veterans-232040 Government and Politics Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 November's Message From Diana Baker, President/CEO With the fantastic change of weather last month came some of our crowning achievements. Our... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/united-way-of-tampa-bay-newsletter-november-3-2009-231238 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/united-way-of-tampa-bay-newsletter-november-3-2009-231238 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Famunda All-Stars Set for Fourth Straight Concert to Benefit Pediatric Cancer Foundation (Tampa, FL) – The Famunda All-Stars wouldn’t miss it... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/all-star-singers-perform-to-benefit-pediatric-cancer-foundation-231295 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/all-star-singers-perform-to-benefit-pediatric-cancer-foundation-231295 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Brian Blair’s Design to help the Homeless --Renovation of vacant hotel among ideas to ease pain of homeless in Hillsborough County-- Tampa, FL... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/brian-blair-s-design-to-help-the-homeless-230966 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/brian-blair-s-design-to-help-the-homeless-230966 Government and Politics Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 New Florida Junior Heavyweight Champion Crowned (Tampa, FL) – This past Friday night, October 30, in Tampa, Florida, Craig Classic became the... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/new-florida-junior-heavyweight-champion-crowned-230488 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/new-florida-junior-heavyweight-champion-crowned-230488 Sports and Recreation Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 (Lake Grove, NY) – A local mall became an impromptu meeting place of wrestling icons when female superstar Awesome Kong joined Hulk Hogan during a... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/two-former-world-champions-meet-229140 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/two-former-world-champions-meet-229140 Sports and Recreation Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Wrestling for All Children’s Hospital (Crystal River, FL) – Sixteen top cruiserweight professional wrestlers will compete in a tournament that,... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/pro-wrestling-charity-event-benefiting-all-children-s-hospital-228770 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/pro-wrestling-charity-event-benefiting-all-children-s-hospital-228770 Sports and Recreation Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 The reports of Swine Flu in Florida (official name, H1N1) are alarming, but as the virus remains in the headlines, experts are urging common-sense... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/balm/news/swine-flu-information-symptoms-and-resources-for-hillsborough-county-227186 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/balm/news/swine-flu-information-symptoms-and-resources-for-hillsborough-county-227186 Health and Fitness Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Florida State House Candidate Specializes in Keeping Money in Taxpayers’ Pockets -- Hillsborough County residents enjoyed largest ad valorem tax... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/brian-blair-specializes-in-keeping-money-in-taxpayers-pockets-225460 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/brian-blair-specializes-in-keeping-money-in-taxpayers-pockets-225460 Government and Politics Sat, 24 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Girl Scouts Of West Central Florida Offers Trainings To The Public On Serious Issues Impacting Youth Today. TAMPA  – As the leading experts... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/girl-scouts-of-west-central-florida-offers-trainings-to-the-public-225122 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/girl-scouts-of-west-central-florida-offers-trainings-to-the-public-225122 Clubs and Organizations Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 WII Games, Delicious Girl Scout Cookie Desserts, Raising Funds for Nearly 30,000 Girls – A Sweet Adventure Is in Store for Guests at Dessert... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/wii-games-delicious-girl-scout-cookie-desserts-raising-funds-for-nearly-30-000-girls-224548 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/wii-games-delicious-girl-scout-cookie-desserts-raising-funds-for-nearly-30-000-girls-224548 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Answers Reveal How Getting a BSN Makes a Major Difference in an RN's Career. TAMPA, FL---In today's difficult economy, many job seekers -- and those... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/top-5-questions-asked-by-rns-considering-a-bachelor-s-in-nursing-224648 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/top-5-questions-asked-by-rns-considering-a-bachelor-s-in-nursing-224648 Schools and Libraries Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 TAMPA,FL---Girl Scouts of West Central Florida (GSWCF) announces an open call for nominations for its prestigious Women of Distinction recognition.... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/call-for-nominations-2010-women-of-distinction-223760 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/call-for-nominations-2010-women-of-distinction-223760 Clubs and Organizations Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Although a relatively new concept, Veterinary Hospice is rapidly gaining momentum as veterinarians learn to listen to the... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/hospice-care-for-pets-gaining-ground-223569 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/hospice-care-for-pets-gaining-ground-223569 Business and Professional Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Join us for a chance to mingle with members of the Tampa Bay Lightning and kick off the 2009-10 season! Reservations are going fast so call today and... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/7th-annualtampabay-lightning-chamber-reception-223409 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/7th-annualtampabay-lightning-chamber-reception-223409 Clubs and Organizations Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 A Message From Diana Baker, President/CEO October is a busy month. Our workplace campaigns are under way. A Graduation Summit will bring together... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/united-way-of-tampa-bay-newsletter-october-1-2009-218500 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/united-way-of-tampa-bay-newsletter-october-1-2009-218500 Clubs and Organizations Sat, 03 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Master Certificate Prepares Federal Workers to Meet IS Security Certification Requirements and Prevent Cyber Attacks Tampa, FL - Villanova... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/villanova-university-unveils-new-online-government-is-security-program-218417 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tampa/news/villanova-university-unveils-new-online-government-is-security-program-218417 Schools and Libraries Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500