Taking Stock: The Week Ahead for Greater Brandon (Sept. 19-25)

Looking for some football, where you can get close to the action in an atmosphere just as exciting and passionate as a National Football League game? Look no further than your own backyard this weekend, with Brandon High set to battle Durant and Armwood High, one of the best teams in the nation, set to battle Leto.

Also this weekend, The Greater Brandon Community Foundation will celebrate its fourth year hosting its Tuscany-inspired Southern Charm Wine and Food Gala at the The Straz Center for the Performing Arts in Tampa.

MONDAY, SEPT. 19

Romper Rhythms / Sept. 20 / 10 a.m. / 5721 Osprey Ridge Drive / Romper Rhythms is a music and dance class for children from infants to 5 years of age. Held at the Osprey Club House this class allows youngsters as well as adults to get exercise with age-appropriate tunes and activities. / Price: $6 per class or five classes for $25 / Call: 813-767-1729

Toddler Time At Library / Sept. 20 / 10-10:20 a.m. / Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Drive / Stories, fingerplays, songs and interactive activities make up this 20-minute program that highlights early literacy skills and encourages reading readiness. For children ages 18-36 months and their caregivers. / Free / Call: 813-273-3652

Art Show / Sept. 20 / 3 p.m. / Savannah Court of Brandon, 824 North Parsons Ave. / An art show featuring the work of residents of the Savannah Court assisted living center. / Call: 813-643-6767

TUESDAY, SEPT. 20

Boy Scout Troop 110 / Sept. 20 / 6 p.m. / & Preschool, 200 Kingsway Road / Troop meeting. / Free / Call: 813-684-6703

Karaoke Night at Applebee's / Sept. 20 / 1 p.m.–1 a.m. / Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar, 829 Providence Road / Guests are welcome to perform solo, or put on a song and dance number with friends.  / Call: 813-643-0000

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 21

Poker League / Sept. 21 / 6 p.m. / 16144 Churchview Drive / The Elite Poker Challenge is a bar poker league created by poker players for poker players. It welcomes all skill levels each Wednesday starting at 6 p.m. with registration. The first tournament starts at 7 p.m. and the second at 10 p.m. / Free / Call: 813-657-2337

Free Play & Arts and Crafts / Sept. 21 / 10:30 a.m. / Brandon Family Support and Resource Center, 1277 Kingsway Road / Parents, along with toddlers and children up to 4 years of age, are invited for fun playtime and crafts projects. Meet other families while your child participates in activities and gains new friends. / Free / Call: 813-740-4634

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Search For A Job At Library/ Sept. 21 / 3-4 p.m. / Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Drive / Introduction to the library's eGovernment links, including time to use Access Florida, job search, resume writing, citizenship, Aging Services and more. / Call: 813-273-3652

THURSDAY, SEPT. 22

Bingo/Cards at the Brandon Elks Lodge / Sept. 22 / 6 p.m. / Brandon Elks Lodge, 800 Centennial Lodge Drive, Brandon. / Cards begin at 6 p.m., Bingo at 6:30 p.m. / Open to All / Call: 813- 685-6469

Kiwanis Club of Greater Brandon / Sept. 22 / 8 a.m.–9 a.m. / 704 E. Brandon Blvd. / The Kiwanis Club of Greater Brandon is a service organization "dedicated to changing the world one community at a time." Top initiatives are the Terrific Kids program active in area schools and the Key Club at Brandon High School. Club business, "happy dollars" and a featured speaker highlight each weekly meeting. / Open to All / Call: 813-294-0645

Beach Blanket Bunco for the Arts / Sept. 22 / 6:30 p.m. / Center Place Fine Arts & Civic Association, 619 Vonderburg Drive / Dinner provided by La Septima Café with refreshments and a 50/50 raffle. At the end of the evening prizes will be awarded. / Price: $15 / Call: 813-685-8888

FRIDAY, SEPT. 23

High School Football: Brandon Vs. Durant / Sept. 23 / 7:30 p.m. / Durant High School, 4748 Cougar Path, Plant City / Call: 813-744-8120

High School Football: Armwood Vs. Leto / Sept. 23 / 7:30 p.m. / Armwood High School, Lyle Flagg Stadium, 12000 U.S. Highway 92, Seffner / Call: 813-744-8120

Brandon '86 Rotary Club / Sept. 23 / 7-8 a.m. / The Bridges, 11202 Dewhurst Drive, Riverview. / Call: 813-635-8179

SATURDAY, SEPT. 24

The Brandon Foundation Southern Charm Food and Wine Gala / Sept. 24 / 6–11 p.m. / The Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 Macinnes Place, Tampa / The Brandon Foundation is celebrating its fourth year hosting its Tuscany inspired Southern Charm Wine and Food Gala, black tie optional. This year’s lead sponsor is Brandon Hyundai and all proceeds benefit the 50 registered Brandon charities the foundation supports.  Both a live and silent auction will take place during the event, with a host of donations available for bids, including roundtrip airfare to Cayman Islands donated by Cayman Airways and a Wine Tasting for 12 donated by PRP Wines. / Price: $50 to $125 / Call: 813-689-6889

Saturday Night Swing Dance / Sept. 24 / 7–11 p.m. / , 610 Oakfield Drive / Experienced or a novice, this event is open to all skill levels.  / Price: $8 / Call: 813-966-4788.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 25

All You Can Eat Breakfast / Sept. 25 / 9 a.m.-Noon / VFW, 7240 US Highway 301 S, Riverview / Price: $6 / Call: 813-741-2756

Yoga Workshops / Sept. 25 / 4-6 p.m. / Asana Yoga, 1252 Kingsway Road, Brandon / An athlete's stretch workshop is also held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturdays and a kids' yoga program is held Mondays at 3:30 p.m. / Call: 813-390-3887

Special Needs Sunday School For Children, Teens / Sept. 25 / 10:15-1:30 a.m. / First Baptist Church of Brandon, 216 North Parsons Ave. / Children will learn by acting out bible stories, singing songs, and playing games. One-on-one attention with children to make sure the story, game etc. is adapted uniquely for them. / Call: Tina LoPinto-Spruill, 813-447-7772 or email rspruill@tampabay.rr.com.

Yard Sales / Sept. 25 / 7 a.m.-noon / Alafia American Legion Post 148, 7240 US Highway 301 S., Riverview / Spaces are available for $7 and tables can be rented for $5. The post will serve breakfast from 9 to 11 a.m. / Call: 813-677-6529