Soaring City Innovation Partnership | Tampa's Uptown Innovation Quarter

Synapse Summit
2024-02-28 | Amelie Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa, FL, 33602
Join the innovation movement at Synapse Summit where enterprise leaders, entrepreneurs and early-stage investors from across Florida join forces to Connect, Catalyze, and Create!
#TBInnovationWeek

Mechanics Day at AMRoC
2024-02-27 11:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | AMRoCFabLab, 2154 University Square Mall, Tampa, FL, 33612, United States
On February 27, 2023 we’re hosting a Mechatronics Day Experience at AMRoC, with pre-service teacher training events, public workshops and presentations and an Open House where you can meet some of our amazing community partners and see firsthand the great work they’re doing.

Business Accelerator Demo Day
2024-02-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Florida Blue BX2, 12335 University Square Mall, Tampa, FL, 33612, United States
Experience the energy and excitement as 12 of Tampa Bays hottest startup founders deliver pitches about their up-and-coming companies.
RSVP here to attend.

Inventors Day at AMRoC
2024-02-24 13:00 - 17:00 | FL
Cohosted with Tampa Bay Inventors Council and the Inventors Hall of Fame

Arts, Crafts, and Entrepreneurial Festival
2024-02-24 11:00 - 15:00 | Sulphur Springs Museum, 1101 E. River Cove Street, Tampa, FL, 33604, United States
The Sulphur Springs Museum will be hosting our annual Arts, Crafts, and Entrepreneur Festival on Saturday, February 24, 2024 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. The festival will take place on the grounds of the museum and the beautiful Mann-Wagnon Park situated next to the Hillsborough River. We invite artisans, crafters, and entrepreneurs who would like to market and share their talent, innovations, and creativity with the Sulphur Springs and surrounding communities. This opportunity is open to all ages.
To apply to be a vendor, please fill out our online form. Applications are due by February 14, 2024.​
For more vendor details, please review the event information sheet.
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Superheroes Family Night
2024-02-23 18:00 - 20:00 | MOSI, 4801 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33617, United States
Superheroes Family Night. Come and experience the science behind super powers! Fly in with the family for a night full of super fun and explore the DC Superheroes exhibit at MOSI while also participating in hands-on activities! Preregistration is required

USF CSE Pathway to Computing Info Session
2024-02-21 18:30 - 19:00 | On-line, https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtdOCtrzwiHtEMu6O3Wfab66vfZuWCWZwK#/registration
Fortify Your Resume with Computing Skills! Pathway to Computing’s online graduate certificate provides: 1) a bridge to the MS in Computer Science, 2) a tech credential for your resume, and 3) a foundation for the AI Grad Certificate.

USF CSE Pathway to Computing Info Session
2024-02-21 18:30 | Virtual

Day of Discovery - Low Sensory Mornings
2024-02-17 08:00 - 10:00 | MOSI, 4801 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33617, United States
Come experience MOSI, in partnership with the Center for Autism & Related Disabilities (C.A.R.D.) at the University of South Florida, offering unique programming, Idea Zone® hands-on projects, as well as lowered lights and sounds for individuals with sensory differences and their families.
MOSI will set up a low stress, sensory-friendly environment to explore the museum. These events are prior to MOSI’s standard hours so guests can enjoy MOSI in quieter and less crowded setting. This event is discounted from regular admission with pre-registration.
Details

Admission required.
Pre-registration discount.
Free for MOSI Members.
Guests are welcome to stay past the event time and continue to enjoy the exhibits.

Tampa Bay Inventors Council Meeting
2024-02-14 18:00 - 20:00 | AMRoCFabLab, 2154 University Square Mall, Tampa, FL, 33612, United States
Tampa Bay Inventors Council is a group of talented inventors who network and support each other through education resources, community events and semi-monthly meetings. Our members include inventors who have many patents and novices who wish to learn.

Uncorked Creativity
2024-02-09 18:00 - 21:00 | MOSI, 4801 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33617, United States
Enjoy a casual paint night with MOSI’s award winning artist to guide you step by step through a themed painting. Sip on some complimentary wine, release your creativity and leave with a “wall worthy” 16″ x 20″ painting. No experience or materials needed!

Science After Dark : Love is in the Air
2024-01-26 18:00 - 21:00 | MOSI, 4801 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33617, United States
Light appetizers, beer and wine samplings, MOSI exhibits, hands-on activities, Occulus Rift Beat Saber station, liquid nitrogen ice cream, interactive labs and more! *Must be 18 or older to attend

Drone Fly-In
2024-01-17 18:00 | AMRoCFabLab, 2154 University Square Mall, Tampa, FL, 33612, United States
Meet to work on your drones and fly them! Email Clinton@FFCDI.org for details.

Temple Terrace Uptown Chamber of Commerce Monthly Networking Luncheon
2024-01-17 11:30 - 13:00 | Yuengling Center, 12499 USF Bull Run Drive, Tampa, FL, 33617, United States
Start the new year educated and aware of the efforts by the University of South Florida to actively involve and promote a culture of cybersecurity within the local community.

Tampa Arab-American Comedy Festival
2024-01-12 20:00 - 22:00 | Florida Blue BX2, 12335 University Square Mall, Tampa, FL, 33612, United States
Featuring Ahmed Ahmed, Eman Morgan, Mohanad Elshieky, and Felukah. Early bird discounts are available on tickets.

2024 FIRST Robotics Competition Kick-Off
2024-01-06 10:00 - 13:00 | AMRoCFabLab, 2154 University Square Mall, Tampa, FL, 33612, United States
The Foundation for Community Driven Innovation is happy to once again host the FIRST Robotics Competition new season kick-off at AMRoC Fab Lab, in partnership with Scoutlier, Soaring City, RITHM, and other fine community partners. Look for more event information closer to the kick-off date!

Seasons Readings at Mort Elementary
2023-12-18 08:00 - 2023-12-21 13:30 | Mort Elementary School, 1806 E. Bearss Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33613
From December 18-21, we invite volunteers to sign up for 30-minute time slots and read their favorite holiday tales to our Kindergarten through 5th grade classes. Spread joy this season by sharing the gift of reading with our students!

Paint and Sip with a Science Twist
2023-12-15 18:00 - 21:00 | MOSI, 4801 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33617, United States
Join an award winning instructor that will guide you through the process of making your own celestial masterpiece.
Sip on some complimentary wine, release your creativity and leave with a “wall worthy” 16″ x 20″ painting.
– Free parking
– Complimentary wine
– Browse MOSI exhibits at 6pm, painting starts promptly at 7pm
– Bring your own snacks, vending machines available
Class is limited to 24 people and starts promptly at 7pm. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the MOSI exhibits and uncork your creativity all in one night!

CANDO Community Health Fair
2023-11-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Harvest Hope Park, 13704 N. 20th Street, Tampa, FL, 33613
Fun, free, family-friendly event with prizes, giveaways, on-site health screenings and information.

UACDC Annual Gala: Silver Jubilee
2023-11-04 18:00 - 22:00 | T. Pepin Hospitality Centre, 4121 N 50th St, Tampa, fl, 33610
Celebrate the University Area Community Development Corporation’s 25th year serving the community!

ROBOTICON: VEX Robotics Competition and VEX U Over Under Season Qualifying Tournament
2023-10-28 | rithm, 2200 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33612, United States
VEX Robotics Competition Spin Up is played on a 12’x12’ square field. Two (2) Alliances – one (1) “red” and one (1) “blue” – composed of two (2) Teams each, compete in matches consisting of a fifteen (15) second Autonomous Period, followed by a one minute and forty-five second (1:45) Driver Controlled Period.

ROBOTICON: FIRST TECH Challenge, Centerstage
2023-10-28 | rithm, 2200 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33612, United States
FIRST Tech Challenge, for youth in 7th to 12th grade, challenges teams to design, build, program, and operate robust small scale robots in an alliance format.
FIRST Tech Challenge robots use an Android operating system in an accessible, real world engineering experience that’s guided by adult Coaches and Mentors.

ROBOTICON: Rumble Light Weight Combat Robotics Tournament
2023-10-21 | rithm, 2200 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33612, United States
Under SPARC Tournament Rules, ROBOTICON will be hosting official Beetleweight, Ant weight and Fairy weight class combat robotics tournaments.

ROBOTICON: REC Aerial Drone Competition - Eclipse
2023-10-21 | rithm, 2200 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33612, United States
The Aerial Drone Competition offers an exciting educational drone sporting event that focuses on hands-on, student-centered learning.Teams learn about drones, flight principles, programming, documentation and communication skills while expanding their understanding and building interest for Drone-related workforce and career opportunities.

Transportation Career Expo
2023-10-16 10:00 - 15:00 | Embassy Suites USF, 3705 Spectrum Boulevard, Tampa, 33612, United States
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and its consultant partners will be hosting a Transportation Career Expo on Monday, October 16, 2023 at the Embassy Suites on the University of South Florida’s campus. You will have an opportunity to meet with employers and learn more about the vast opportunities available in the Transportation Industry! We will have a variety of interactive exhibits so that you can experience the industry and visualize some of the most interesting careers in the Tampa Bay region. There will be food, giveaways, and free headshot photos too! There is no cost to register, so sign up today!

ROBOTICON: VEX IQ Full Volume
2023-10-14 | rithm, 2200 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33612, United States
VEX IQ Competition Slapshot is played on a 6’ x 8’ rectangular field. Two robots compete in the Teamwork Challenge as an alliance in 60-second-long teamwork matches, working collaboratively to score points.
Teams also compete in the Robot Skills Challenge where one robot takes the field to score as many points as possible. These matches consist of Driving Skills Matches, which will be entirely driver controlled, and Programming Skills Matches, which will be autonomous with limited human interaction.

ROBOTICON: FIRST LEGO League Masterpiece
2023-10-14 | Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate High School, 10948 N. Central Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33612, United States
FIRST LEGO League gives youth ages 4 to 14 an engaging way to explore STEM-related research, design, and programming in a way that strengthens students’ communication skills and teamwork.

ROBOTICON: FIRST Robotics Off-Season Tournament
2023-10-07 - 2023-10-08 | Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate High School, 10948 N. Central Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33612, United States
FIRST Robotics Competition teams will be playing the 2023 season game, Charged Up! at ROBOTICON!

Suncoast Credit Union Temple Terrace Uptown Chamber of Commerce Business Expo, Network & Taste
2023-10-05 15:00 - 19:00 | University Mall, 2200 E Fowler Ave · Tampa, FL, Tampa, 33612, United States
The Chamber Business Expo, Network & Taste is back for its 31st year! This event, with title sponsor, Suncoast Credit Union has drawn thousands of individuals and consumers to learn about the products and services Chamber members have to offer. The Expo will be held in the University Mall on Fowler Avenue from 3-7 p.m.
Vendor booths and sponsorships are still available with an early-bird discount available through September 8th.
