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Riverview is gearing up for a weekend of community festivities aimed at supporting local businesses. Events include highlights from the MilkShake Factory, PAINT CORPS, and a River Cruise Seminar, among others. The community is invited to participate in fun activities including Trunk-or-Treat and the Country Nights Fundraiser, showcasing the vibrant spirit of local enterprises.
Riverview is set to celebrate its vibrant community with a series of local business highlights and events this weekend. The festivities will foster a sense of community while supporting local enterprises.
The MilkShake Factory, a beloved dessert destination with a legacy dating back to 1914, is bringing its craft sundaes, hand-spun milkshakes, salted caramels, terrapins, and various chocolate barks to the forefront. Located at 10446 Sterling Dr., the MilkShake Factory has become synonymous with quality and indulgence. More information can be found on their website at www.milkshakefactory.com.
PAINT CORPS is another local business making waves in the community. Specializing in interior and exterior painting services for both residential and commercial clients, PAINT CORPS aims to enhance the aesthetics of homes and businesses. They can be reached at 813-520-6096, and inquiries can be directed to their website at www.paintcorps.com.
Local bookkeeping services are offered by We Got This Bookkeeping, owned by resident Grace Givens. This business supports tradesmen and small business owners with monthly bookkeeping and QuickBooks assistance. Contact Grace at 813-981-9008 or visit their website at https://wegotthisbookkeeping.com/ for more information on their services.
This weekend’s events include a River Cruise Seminar, scheduled for November 14 at Kings Point. Hosted by Matthew Gordon and Marji Beam of Cruise Planners, the seminar will provide insights on river cruise options and the best cruise lines. The seminar is set to begin at 10 a.m., and interested participants can call 717-856-2646 or visit www.ventureoutvacation.com for more details.
Additionally, Stand Strong Fencing, a family-owned fence installation company that opened locally in June, will be present. This nationally backed business offers lifetime warranties on projects, aiming to beautify the community through school sponsorships and partnerships. They are available for inquiries at 813-773-8209 or on their website at www.standstrongfencing.com.
Tuff Shed Tampa celebrated a ribbon-cutting event in July, marking ongoing renovations in their facilities. Recognized as a national leader in backyard building fabrication and installation, they are located at 512 Jetton St. in Tampa. Their operational hours are Monday through Friday from 10 am to 7 pm, Saturday from 9 am to 6 pm, and Sunday from noon to 5 pm. For details, they can be contacted at 813-657-6091 or through their website at www.tuffshed.com/tampa-area/.
A fun community event, Trunk-or-Treat, is scheduled for October 25 at Flooring Master, located at 11531 Balm Riverview Rd, starting at 3 p.m. This event will feature candy and a barbecue food truck. Concurrently, Serenity Meadows will host a free trunk-or-treat from 4-6 p.m. at 6919 Providence Rd in Riverview, offering games, crafts, and a raffle.
The community is invited to participate in the Country Nights Fundraiser, to support Graze Academy Inc. This line dancing event will take place on November 6 at Voodoo Brewing Co. starting at 6 p.m., including dancing, raffles, and auctions. Tickets can be purchased at www.grazeacademyinc.org.
Furthermore, Hillsborough County schools are organizing Financial Aid Nights, with 16 sessions available throughout the fall and winter for seniors and their families. These sessions will assist with financial aid inquiries and will run from 6-8 p.m.
Local dessert enthusiasts can find Gretchen’s Goodies, a dessert bakery offering 68 flavors of desserts in cups. Located in a Mobil gas station at 10039 Gibsonton Dr, popular items include banana cream pie and red velvet cake. For a complete menu, visit their website at www.gretchensgoodies.com.
Lastly, the Riverview Health Foundation Gratitude Gala is scheduled for September 12 at Ritz Charles. This event will feature casino-style games, silent and live auctions, with proceeds supporting the Mindrebo Family Acute Rehabilitation Unit. Registration is available online at donate.riverview.org/24Gala.
With a fantastic lineup of local businesses and events, Riverview continues to foster community spirit while showcasing the unique offerings that the area has to offer.
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