Largo Man Wins $1 Million From Florida Lottery Scratch-Off
A Pinellas County resident won big from the Florida Lottery just in time for the holiday season.
A Pinellas County resident won big from the Florida Lottery just in time for the holiday season.
70-year-old Glenn Shukas of Largo won $1 million from the Florida Lottery. He scratched a 'Billion Dollar Gold Rush Supreme' ticket.
Shukas claimed his winnings at the Florida Lottery's Tampa District Office. He took the lump-sum of $880,000.
The ticket was purchased at Publix, located at 857 West Bay Drive, Largo. The store will receieve a $2,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket.
The 'Billion Dollar Gold Rush Supreme' is a $30 scratch-off game. There are cash prizes ranging from $30 to $15 million. There's one of four $15 million top prizes remaining. There are also six of 24 $1 million prizes remaining.
[Source: Florida Lottery]
11 Tampa Bay Places For Christmas Lights And Family Fun
Here's a list of places that feature Christmas lights and activities for the whole family.
This list covers the Tampa Bay area, in Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco Counties. Many of the locations will be open throughout the Christmas season.
If you're looking to get into the holiday spirit, check out some of these Christmas displays and festivals.
(Photo courtesy of Patti R./BBGI)
Tampa Riverwalk Holiday Spectacular
The fun at Tampa Riverwalk kicks off November 28 with their Holiday Harbour Christmas tree lighting.
Temple Terrace Light Show
A Temple Terrace neighborhood features an organized light show. There are over 50,000 lights you can see as you drive through and listen to music synchronized to the show.
Holidays in the Sunshine City, St. Petersburg
More than just a light show. Holidays in the Sunshine City features the Santa Parade & Tree Lighting on November 26, Snowfest on December 3, Santa in the Park, Movie in the Park on December 17 and Holiday Lights & Displays from November 26 through January 1. Click here for the full schedule of events, dates and times.
Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park
Visit Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park November 18 through January 4 for family friendly fun. Try ice skating or curling outdoors and check out the Shops of Winter Village. Ride the Winter Village Express with cookies and milk, trivia and sing-a-longs.
Symphony In Lights At The Shops At Wiregrass
Now through December 24, enjoy Symphony in Lights at The Shops at Wiregrass. Each night from 6pm until 9pm enjoy the tree lightning set to music.
You can also donate to the Mason Dixon Christmas Wish Fund or come out to enjoy the 'Best of the Best' Car Show on Sunday, November 20 from noon until 4 p.m. Car registration begins at 10 a.m., so they'll be getting in early!
Winter Wonder Wharf Tree Lighting
Winter Wonder Wharf features a series of weekend celebrations. Here's what they have scheduled:
Friday, November 18: Tree lightning
Saturday, December 3: Holiday Sing-a-Long
Saturday, December 10: Improve Holiday Show
Saturday, December 17: Caroling with a Twist
Tampa Bay’s Festival of Lights
This event at the Hillsborough County Fairgrounds runs from Thursday, November 24, through January 1. It features a drive-thru experience that is nearly 2 miles long! There's also a Santa's Village with attractions, goodies and visits with the jolly man himself. Click this link for ticket information.
Harbor Holiday Nights In Safety Harbor
The Harbor Holiday Nights in Safety Harbor kicks off on Friday, December 2 with the lightning of the Christmas Tree at the Gazebo at John Wilson Park, 401 Main Street. Choirs will profide music and Santa will visit. On Saturday, December 3, there's a Holiday Parade with floats, classic cars, and more.
Then, on Friday, December 9, Saturday, December 10, Friday, December 16, and Saturday, December 17, from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m., enjoy the Trolley Light Tour. Click here for more details.
Christmas in the Wild at ZooTampa
On select nights through the Christmas season, ZooTampa transforms into a winter wonderland with lights, carols, holiday treats and Santa!
Click here for more information.
Holiday Lights, Ferris Wheel and Carousel In Largo Central Park
In the heart of Largo, it's a family-friendly event from November 24 through January 1. The spectacular holiday light display of over 2 million lights also features a carousel and you'll love the view from the seven-story tall Ferris wheel.
Hyde Park Village Lights In The Park
The annual tree lightning in Hyde Park Village happens Saturday, November 19. Enjoy the winter holiday market and keep your eyes open for Santa!
