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Issue #475: Haunted Tampa Tours, Prime Sharing Ends, Flamenco Hits Tampa, Geekie’s Surprise Season
10/10/2025
Ted Grellner
10 Oct
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Local News
— Tampa’s Haunted History Comes Alive on October Ghost Tours
— Amazon Ends Prime Sharing Program—Here’s What to Do Now
Of Interest
— Irene Rodríguez Brings Flamenco’s Soul to Tampa Bay
Sports
— Why Conor Geekie Might Be Tampa’s Biggest Surprise This Season
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Tampa’s Haunted History Comes Alive on October Ghost Tours
Explore Tampa's Haunted History—If You Dare
South Tampa gets spooky this October with the Haunted Nights: Ghosts & Haunted History Tour, led by criminology student and paranormal guide Paige Horton.
This nighttime walking tour invites thrill-seekers to explore historic haunted sites like the Tampa Bay Hotel and Oaklawn Cemetery, where tales of ghostly encounters still linger.
This is no theatrical gimmick—you’ll be using real paranormal equipment to conduct hands-on ghost-hunting alongside chilling stories of Tampa’s darker past.
What’s included:
• True ghost stories from Tampa’s historic landmarks
• Use of ghost-hunting tools
• Tips from a professional paranormal guide
Tour info:
• $30 per person (ages 13+)
• ~1 mile of walking
• Offered on select nights — spots are limited
• Location: Historic Downtown Tampa (exact meet-up shared after booking)
Ready to face the spirits? Book through Silent Slayer Ghost Tours before they disappear...
Amazon Ends Prime Sharing Program—Here’s What to Do Now
Amazon has officially shut down its Prime Invitee Program—a feature that let members share free two-day shipping perks with friends or family outside their household.
The change took effect October 1st, ending access for legacy users like Matt Nawrocki, who joined the program back in 2009. While the program was discontinued in 2015 for new users, existing invitees remained grandfathered in—until now.
In its place, Amazon is promoting the Amazon Household program, which lets members share Prime with one adult and up to four teens or children, all living at the same address.
To soften the blow, Amazon is offering affected users a limited-time deal: $14.99 for a full year of Prime (normally $139), valid through December 31st.
Even without Prime, shoppers can still access free shipping on orders over $35, and use creative workarounds like shared logins or group orders.
Irene Rodríguez Brings Flamenco’s Soul to
Tampa Bay
Flamenco is thriving in Tampa Bay thanks to internationally renowned choreographer and instructor Irene Rodríguez, M.A., who is bringing passion, tradition, and innovation to the centuries-old art form.
Appearing on Bloom with Gayle Guyardo, Rodríguez shared her mission to both preserve and evolve Flamenco, using it as a vessel for deep emotional storytelling. While the dancer commands attention, she reminds us that the singer is the soul, weaving heartache, joy, and longing through music, guitar, and percussion.
Rodríguez blends traditional Flamenco with contemporary stage elements, dramatic arts, and global rhythms—redefining what Flamenco can be.
“I’m creating new trends by fusing Flamenco with everything the stage can offer,” she says.
Through her performances and classes, Rodríguez is inspiring a new generation in Tampa Bay to explore Flamenco not just as dance, but as a living language of culture and connection.
Read More: wfla.com — must see video
Why Conor Geekie Might Be Tampa’s Biggest Surprise This Season
He’s not the most important player on the Lightning roster—but Conor Geekie may be the most intriguing.
At just 21, Geekie made a surprising leap onto Tampa Bay’s opening night roster last year despite minimal AHL experience. His rookie season had ups and downs—an early spark, a midseason slump, and a dominant return from Syracuse that reignited expectations.
This season, Geekie finds himself on the fourth line, but with top-six-level potential. His off-season work has already shown in pre-season improvements, especially in skating and confidence.
With stars like Kucherov and Point expected to lead the way, Geekie’s ability to produce from the bottom six could be the X-factor. If he can contribute 15 goals and 35 points, he’ll help deepen the Bolts’ attack—and might just secure his spot in Tampa’s future core.
What’s New In Tampa Bay
Oct 2025
Source: tampamagazines.com
Top Things to do in Tampa Bay |
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🎭 Tonight in Wesley Chapel & New Tampa (& TB): Entertainment Spotlight
Date (Day) | Time | Act | Venue |
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Fri, Oct 10, 2025 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Live Music Fridays | Florida Avenue Brewing Co. — Wesley Chapel |
Fri, Oct 10, 2025 | 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM | 3 Foot Circle | O’Brien’s Irish Pub — Wesley Chapel |
Fri, Oct 10, 2025 | 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Dueling Pianos | Treble Makers — Wesley Chapel |
Fri, Oct 10, 2025 | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Freestyle Friday & House Music | KRATE at The Grove — Wesley Chapel |
Fri, Oct 10, 2025 | 9:30 PM | Comic’s Night Out — Open Mic | Side Splitters Comedy Theatre — The Grove (Wesley Chapel) |
Useful Arts & Entertainment Event Links
The Arts
- The Exhibiting Society of Artists (new)
- USF College of the Arts
- USF Steinway Piano Concert Series
Theater
- NTPAC - New Tampa Performing Arts Center
- New Tampa Players
- USF School of Theatre & Dance
- Wesley Chapel Theater Group
- Carrollwood Players Theatre
Misc
- Carrollwood Center Events
- Craft Festivals (new)
- Fall (Farmer’s) Market Guide for Tampa Bay (new)
- The Krate, WC
- The Shops at Wiregrass, WC
- visitflorida.com
For Kids
- Fun4TampaKids
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