Things to do: Small Business of the Year, Lip Sync for Lungs and more

Busy season is ramping up as we move toward the holidays. Here are some things to put on your calendar for the week ahead.

Tuesday, November 8

TBBW’s Philanthropists of the Year Awards

Armature Works

1910 N Ola Ave, Tampa

6 p.m.

This event is currently sold out.

Wednesday, November 9

The Tampa Bay Chamber’s 42nd Annual Small Business of the Year Awards

Armature Works

1910 N Ola Ave, Tampa

6 p.m.

Shameless plug, TBBW won in the Startup Category in 2021!

Register here.

 

St. Petersburg Chamber’s 10th Annual Burger Awards

Jannus Live

200 1st Ave N STE 206, St. Petersburg

6 p.m.

Another shameless plug, TBBW is a finalist this year!

Register here. 

 

Thursday, November 10

The American Lung Association’s 6th Annual Lip Sync for Lungs

Higgins Hall

5225 N Himes Ave, Tampa

7 p.m.

Register here. 

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