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A thriving community that sits along the southern shore of Tampa Bay, SouthShore is comprised of Apollo Beach, Ruskin, Sun City Center and neighboring communities. The SouthShore Chamber of Commerce was created for this region to grow both as a community and a travel destination. SouthShore, Florida is located along I-75 between Tampa and Bradenton. The area has seen a steady growth in population, local businesses and community events.

SouthShore News & Articles

Recover from Irma - Get Out and Get Food in Tampa Bay!

Have you been stuck inside with annoying family members and no electricity? Tired of chips and fattening snacks, and ready to rejoin civilization? Well, don't worry, we've got you covered - here's a list...

Best Bars in Tampa for Fantasy Football Draft Parties

Are you a Fantasy Football champ or do you curse the football Gods because it never fails, when you have high-scoring players they are on your bench? Do you have the overall #1 pick in your Fantasy Footba

A Glimpse at Life Inside Apollo Beach’s Waterset Community

Apollo Beach is a bayside town on Hillsborough's South Shore known for manatees and preservation efforts, but it has another treasure waiting for you to discover: Spanni

Hawks Point in South Shore is Here to Deliver Your Dream Home

Finding your dream home may not be as difficult as it seems! If youâve been house hunting for a while and feel like thereâs 'just a little something' missing from every home you tour,

25 Top Restaurants in Tampa Bay to Treat Dad this Father's Day

Heâs not going to tell you what he really wants, but if we know dads, the answer is bourbon and to be left alone! But we aren't going to do that are we, no we want to celebrate dad and all he does...

Top 10 Things to Do This Weekend in Tampa Bay

Most weeks it is challenging to narrow my list down to Ten Things to Do in Tampa, this week is a bit different. Quieter, THIS was the week to pick if you were a promoter looking for a weekend where your...

Things to Do in Tampa Bay this Weekend April 7-9

This weekend's forecast is for beautiful weather, lower humidity and cooler climes. Take advantage of all Tampa Bay has to offer by planning a spectacular weekend now! Use our list of

Celebrate National Beer Day Friday, April 7 with Local Brew Specials

Let's take a moment to flashback to April 7, 1933. Why? Beer had been banned for 13 years by the United States government but one influential man sought the reversal

More than a circus: The Ringling Bros. Inspire and Make Positive Change

Through the course of American history, circuses have almost always been a beloved source of entertainment. The acrobatics, clown shenanigans and animal tricks have a knack of capturing the audienceâs...

813 Spotlight | Kerin Clarkin Tampa South Shore Realty

As Floridians, we know that real estate is a hot market and people across Tampa Bay are looking to buy, sell, or rent their homes. Frequently we see social media posts from people asking friends and family...

Easy Guide with Links to the Best Craft Breweries | Hillsborough

Living in an area where Craft Beer breweries are happily rippling onto the effervescent beer scene in Tampa ain't bad! According to the Tampa Bay Business Journal, "Florida floats near the top of the...

Follow the Smoke | 12 of the Best BBQ Joints in Tampa

Follow the smoke to what local BBQ Hall of Famer Ray Lampe, better known as Dr. BBQ, calls "..the only truly American cuisine," and sample what Tampa has to offer when it comes to the "art of the BBQ"....

The Lowdown on the 2016 Tampa Burger Showdown

It's that time of year again, the sun is warm, and festivals abound across Tampa Bay. One of and our favorites is coming up! This year, the

Tampa Bay Beer Week | Your Guide to 2016 Events, Tastings and More

The first ever Tampa Bay Beer Week 2016 kicked off March 2012 when brewery owners and their brewers, beer d

Finding the Best Flowers in Tampa Bay for Valentines Day

We are fortunate when it comes to finding the best flowers in Tampa Bay to have many incredible and unique options!From DIY design studios where you design and create your own floral masterpiece, to a shop...

New Year's Eve 2017: The Ultimate Guide to the Best New Year's Eve Parties & Events in Tampa

Christmas is gone and the New Year is almost here. With so many parties and events happening in Tampa, it's tough to choose where to ring in 2016. Never fear, our Ultimate Guide to the Best New Year's...

Best Pumpkin Patches, Fall Festivals, Hay Rides and Corn Mazes in Tampa Bay for The Kid in All of Us

No matter how old we get, we always find fun in a pumpkin patch! We are fortunate here in Tampa to live in a metropolitan area surrounded by farms. From strawberry season, fresh tomatoes and pumpkins we have...

Calling all “Beer-ologists!” Craftology 2015

Come show off your beer IQ and help others too! Saturday May 9th, from 8 p.m. to midnight, the Glazer Children's Museum will

Best Real Estate Agents in Tampa

When it comes to buying and selling homes in Tampa, you always want to find the best real estate agent. Whether you are the seller looking to get the best price for your house or a buyer looking...

My Hope Chest: A New Twist on the Traditional Breast Cancer Walk

Local charity organization, My Hope Chest, has a unique mission and take for fundraising their cause with their first annual

Beginners Guide To Buying Waterfront Real Estate In Tampa Bay

The Tampa Bay area can offer affordable, waterfront living for everyone from retirees on a fixed income to all-star athletes building palatial bay front estates. If you search online for "Waterfront property...

SouthShore Real Estate: A Practical Location For Many

When considering moving or relocating, many property shoppers are confronted with the issue of finding the right central location. For most, it's a balance of commute to work, family, and schools among...

5 Reasons Why You Need A Property Manager

Many income property owners are unaware of the liability, responsibility and costs associated with property management. Whether you are an experienced income property owner or just an individual who is interested...

Hooks Bar and Grill Opens in SouthShore with Fresh Seafood + More

The SouthShore area welcomed a new restaurant earlier this summer as Hooks Waterfront B

Taste Tour of 813 | Silver Ring Cafe, Southshore

Here in the Tampa Bay area, we're in prime territory for some of the best Cuban sandwiches in the country. Â From hole-in-the-wall Ybor restaurants like Brocato's to town staples like La Teresita, a great...

Amazon Could Bring Massive Distribution Center, Jobs to Southshore

Competing against Polk county and other Florida locations vying for the newest Amazon distribution center, Hillsborough County has recently added a number of incentives aimed to lure the online retail...