Events

Tampa's Pet-A-Palooza a hit with dogs and owners

TAMPA — Sure, the skateboarding shelties and long-jumping dogs wowed the crowd. And yes, the water-skiing squirrel elicited oohs and ahhs.

Things to do in Hernando County

Events

On stage

Today

The Producers: This is the final performance of Mel Brooks' knee-slapping musical. 2 p.m. $15. Stage West Community Playhouse, 8390 Forest Oaks Blvd., Spring Hill. (352) 683-5113. stagewest.net.

FRIDAY THROUGH MAY 26

Things to do in the Tampa area

19 Today

Tampa Bay Boat Show: This show offers boats on display, boating and fishing supplies and plenty of other seaside accessories, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Florida State Fairgrounds, 4802 N U.S. 301. Free. Call (727) 893-8523.

Things to do starting May 19

Food/cooking

Spaghetti Dinner Youth Benefit: The Rotary Club of Tarpon Springs invites guests to enjoy a spaghetti dinner with three types of pasta to choose from, along with three sauces, plus salad and bread, beverage (beer or wine is extra), served up by Tarpon Springs High School Rotary Interact …

Big names, big hopes for November food festival in St. Petersburg

ST. PETERSBURG — At a news conference a little light on details but soaring with excitement, a group of organizers on Friday officially launched the buzz campaign for E.A.T. St. Pete, a three-day food, wine and arts festival to be held in a variety of venues in November.

Things to do in Tampa Bay for May 19

$6 Day at the Zoo: That's right, it's no longer $5 Day at the Zoo, but this is still a great deal: Everyone gets into the zoo for $6 today. Be sure to get there early because it gets crowded. Free extra parking is available next to the Tampa Greyhound Track. Gates open at 9:30 a.m. at Lowry Park Zoo, 1101 …