For Brewmaster Greg Rapp, brewing beer is a part of his heritage. His critically acclaimed career follows in the footsteps of his great great grandfather who owned and operated his own brewery in Germany in the 1900s. Now with his own brewery, located on Pinellas County property, Greg creates small batches of high quality ales and lagers with dedication and care. In fact, a variety of 28 ales and 12 lagers may be in production at the same time. The Rapp Brewery contains a small tasting room perfect for beer lovers who live in Seminole to stop by and sample a beer or two.
With at least 20 different beers on tap, there are plenty to choose from from a Belgian Golden Strong Ale to a light and flavor filled Blonde. Beer connoisseurs preferring old school tastes enjoy the Gose, a German beer full of bold flavor. Don’t worry if you get a bit hungry while sampling. Food trucks are usually on site at Rapp Brewing to satisfy the hungry appetites of patrons who live in Seminole. Perfect for a girls night out or a get together for the big game, Rapp Breweries is a great place to bring neighbors and friends. Check out the Rapp On Tap website today.
Those who own Florida homes are lucky to have access to so much fresh citrus fruit. One notable grower is Cee Bee’s Citrus. This company owns several groves and is operated by the Burchenal family. Cee Bee’s is one of Florida’s largest growers and works over 300 acres that produce 14 varieties of citrus. This fruit is available in Florida as well as the rest of the lower 48 states. The true pride of this company is the cultivation of the heirloom trees under their care.
There are many opportunities for those who live in Indian Rocks Beach to go fishing and catch the big one. Take the guesswork and disappointment out of your day of fishing by letting the professionals take you out on the Jaws Too. In business for over 30 years, all employees ensure big grins for all clients as they haul up big catches. Join Captain Dave Mistretta out on the open water and take advantage of his expertise. The captain has frequented the tournament circuit and is also featured twice a week on television. Also look for him in magazines such as Florida Sportsman, Angler Magazine, and Saltwater Sportsman. He has a true enthusiasm for what he does and his love for fishing rubs off on all clients.
The Apollo Beach Watersports Club offers boating enthusiasts in Florida homes a convenient location near the open water and easy access to beautiful Tampa Bay. The club offers boat rentals for fishing, a fun day with the family, or a trip exploring the islands off the coast. In addition, the Apollo Beach Watersports club offers a number of different memberships to fit everyone’s needs.
For newcomers and repeat visitors, the Early Bird Theater is the best place for those who live in Clearwater to dine in and see a show. Family owned and operated, this Pinellas County property boasts the best in comedic entertainment with new shows on the calendar every few months. Filled with fun and laughter, the current selection, “Too Many Cooks”, takes theater goers back to the crazy days of mobsters and bootlegging action. This lighthearted spectacle is perfect for date nights or for the gathering of friends and family and runs through February 28, 2016.
All who own Florida homes are invited to come dine where the locals eat in Tarpon Springs. Located at the Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks, Mama’s Greek Cuisine has been feeding local sponge divers and their families for over 20 years. All diners can enjoy their meals made with fresh ingredients and lots of love inside the restaurant or in the outdoor seating area. This pet friendly restaurant also offers daily specials and a full bar. Make a night of it and come out on a weekend for live music from 7 until 10 p.m. Saturday nights include belly dancing fun for the whole family.
Envisioned in 1969, The Dunedin Fine Art Center provides art services to those who live in Dunedin and surrounding Florida communities. Dedicated to providing youth and adult art education through hands on classes, exhibits and workshops, the DFAC is always bustling with interesting things to see and do. Current exhibitions to stroll through include Beauty & The Beasts located in the Entel Family Gallery, Mighty Mighty in the Douglas/Whitley Gallery and All Decked Out in the Meta Brown Gallery. The onsite David L. Mason Children’s Museum provides a colorful, creative space just for kids who live in Dunedin to explore and interact hands on with art.
Dolphins call the waters off the coast of Florida home, and residents living in Clearwater real estate may get an eyeful of these sleek, graceful creatures when going for a cruise on the Little Toot Tugboat. Little Toot offers guaranteed dolphin sighting tours with a 95 percent success rate. On the off chance these wild creatures are being elusive and don’t come to swim in the ship’s wake, Little Toot will provide a second cruise experience for free, redeemable for up to one year.
All who live in Largo are invited to come and learn more about local history at Heritage Village. This 21 acre property is an open air living history museum that includes over 31 historic structures, a gift shop, interactive activities, demonstrations, and tons of special events throughout the year. There is no admission fee, however donations are always accepted to help fund Heritage Village. Many of the structures date back to the 19th century and include a school, sponge warehouse, log cabin, a windmill, boat shop, and museum. One special exhibit is The Turner House, a 1915 Bungalow that was moved to the site with all of its contents. It tells the story of a hundred years of one family’s history.
All who own Florida homes are invited to come and discover how Yuengling beer is brewed and bottled. Guided tours are available to all visitors at no charge. Experience “America’s Oldest Brewery” and find out how Yuengling uses modern equipment to brew traditional beer. Be sure to wear completely closed toed shoes on the tour and be aware that tours may be cancelled or postponed during severe weather. At the end of the tour, head to the biergarten to taste the fine Yuengling brew you watched being made. Participants will be able to walk through the new brewhouse, which was built in 2013.