Old Seminole Heights

April 22 Bungalow Alert

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:48:01 GMT

We look forward to seeing you Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. for our quarterly meeting. This quarter, we are meeting at ZooTampa at Lowry Park.

January 15 Bungalow Alert

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 23:52:01 GMT

OSHNA Porch Party Saturday Let’s kick off the new year with our neighbors. Bring a dish to share and a drink of choice. Hosted by Mary Gura!

2025 Yard Sale Map Here!

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 20:10:00 GMT

We'll see you Saturday, November 8th from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.!

November 3 2025 Bungalow Alert

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 23:51:22 GMT

The OSHNA annual Yard Sale has returned! Come 'round on Saturday, November 8th between 7:30 am and 2:30 pm to find deals & don't forget to check oldseminoleheights.org or our Facebook page on Friday to get the map!

October 17 Bungalow Alert

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 23:49:08 GMT

50 years ago this month, a gangland murder in Seminole Heights sparked an inferno that caught local police, federal law enforcement, state attorney E.J. Salcines, and the infamous Trafficante organized crime family each in the blaze. Competing county and federal grand juries debated the cleanliness of the Tampa Police

September 17, 2025 Bungalow Alert

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 20:45:31 GMT

They came for the manatees

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 02:10:40 GMT

Last night, the mayor's office announced plans to destroy every piece of street art in the city of Tampa—and at 8 o'clock this morning, city employees were in front of Alan Wright Park sandblasting away a mural designed by Angela Forero Moreno, paid for by Northeast Seminole Heights Watch Grid 45 and a county neighborh

July 10 2025 Bungalow Alert

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 17:50:13 GMT

Our annual "eating meeting" quarterly general membership gathering is Thursday, July 22nd at the Seminole Garden Center. Bring a dish to share and your best ideas about where to take OSHNA over the next 12 months! Your input is vital to our ability to represent this growing neighborhood.

June 18, 2025 Bungalow Alert

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Fri, 20 Jun 2025 21:10:12 GMT

Ditch the car and discover the city with Councilwoman Lynn Hurtak and your OSHNA & Hampton Terrace neighbors!

Saying Goodbye to Cinda Hitchcock

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Thu, 29 May 2025 13:58:24 GMT

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Cinda Hitchcock, who left us on May 15, 2025, at the age of 72. A vibrant, passionate, and devoted individual, Cinda leaves behind a lasting legacy of service, friendship, and unwavering love for her community.

April 21, 2025 Bungalow Alert

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 01:30:08 GMT

It's that time again! Let's gather to talk about how the 25th annual OSHNA Home Tour went, about parks, development, and our summer plans. Former OSHNA vice president and current Tampa City Council member Lynn Hurtak will join us to talk about the FREE HART Route 1 bus, and summer social activities will be on the calendar as well.

April 1, 2025 Bungalow Alert

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 19:42:19 GMT

The OSHNA Home Tour Committee is proud to present our 25th annual rendition of Tampa's first and finest home tour, this coming Sunday! Here are some facts about this year's Home Tour:

February 14, 2025 Bungalow Alert

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Fri, 14 Feb 2025 21:37:26 GMT

January 27 Bungalow Alert

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 03:11:42 GMT

We'll see you at the Seminole Heights Branch Library tomorrow at 6:30 for our quarterly meeting. Topics of discussion include land development code updates, neighborhood cleanup efforts, FDOT projects, public safety, and more!

January 15 Bungalow Alert

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 23:01:52 GMT

November 26 Bungalow Alert

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Wed, 27 Nov 2024 15:49:42 GMT

Holiday Party tickets available now! And a number of long awaited safety improvements have come to Old Seminole Heights!

Get Your OSHNA Holiday Party Tickets Now!

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 23:53:11 GMT

Welcome to the OSHNA Holiday Party 2024!

Join us for a night of festive fun and celebration at New World Brewing Tampa .

Get ready to mingle and make merry with your fellow OSHNA members. This in-person event promises to be a blast, so mark your calendars and come ready to spread holiday cheer. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with old friends and make new ones. Let's make this holiday season one to remember at the OSHNA Holiday Party 2024!

Admission includes Food and 2 drinks.

$15 for Members
$25 for New Members (includes 1 yr membership)

$5 more at the door

November 8 Bungalow Alert

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 03:05:44 GMT

As you may know by now, the TPO Board rejected our motion to remove funding for I-275 expansion from Hillsborough to Bearss from the Long Range Transportation Plan. In the end, we were unable to sway any votes from the members of the TPO Board who favored the project.

October 18 Bungalow Alert

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 22:15:37 GMT

Due to lasting impacts of Hurricane Milton, tomorrow's Porch Party is canceled. Our Neighborhood Involvement Committee is hard at work putting together a replacement event for next month, and we look forward to seeing you then.

October 4 Bungalow Alert

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Fri, 04 Oct 2024 20:40:41 GMT

Last week's hurricane brought a storm surge that severely affected many homes in Old Seminole Heights and has displaced numerous OSHNA members. We're proud that our community has come together to support our neighbors as best we can, and OSHNA will continue to work with everyone to the best of our abilities. Affected neighbors have expressed their deep thanks for the offers of housing, food, and laundry assistance as they attempt to put their homes and lives back together.

September 18 Bungalow Alert

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 20:37:23 GMT

Porch parties are back!

How To Fight Back Against I-275 Widening In Seminole Heights

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Fri, 09 Aug 2024 16:25:40 GMT

Your participation in this process is vital!

The below widget will automatically load one of five template emails pre-filled out with the addresses of the eight intended TPO board recipients. Modify the subject line and text as you see fit.

July 15 Bungalow Alert

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 20:39:05 GMT

We'll be talking about organizing against the I-275 expansion at our next quarterly general membership meeting, which will also be the return of the Eating Meeting! It's like porch party, but we get work done at the same time.

Fighting I-275 Widening; June 2024 Bungalow Alert

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 14:22:52 GMT

At last Wednesday's Transportation Planning Organization meeting, Hillsborough County Commissioner Josh Wostal proposed a substantial widening of I-275 between Bearss and Hillsborough. The item was not noticed nor on the published agenda, and it passed by an 8-7 vote.

April 23, 2024 General Membership Meeting video

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 22:18:35 GMT

If you missed Tuesday's meeting, here's the video. We had a session with our City of Tampa code enforcement officers, a recap of Home Tour, and more.

March 2024 Bungalow Alert

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 18:26:07 GMT

Home Tour Volunteers Needed!

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 18:02:28 GMT

Sign up now to help make the Home Tour happen!

The 24th annual OSHNA Home Tour is in the works, and we need all hands on deck to help us make it happen on April 7th. Please visit this site to sign up to help!

February 2024 Bungalow Alert

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Tue, 06 Feb 2024 21:00:44 GMT

January 2024 Bungalow Alert

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 21:50:48 GMT

October 2023 Quarterly General Membership Meeting video

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 20:34:54 GMT

October 14, 2023 Yard Sale Map

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 21:06:05 GMT

See you at one of our 41 sites!

September 2023 Bungalow Alert

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 16:34:53 GMT

April 2023 Bungalow Alert

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 20:32:56 GMT

OSHNA Home Tour is Back Sunday, April 2nd!

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 04:33:28 GMT

Our 22nd Annual Home Tour will be held on April 2nd, 2023. The tour will begin at McDugald Park at 1211 E Sligh Ave. This year's tour includes several homes, a local business, and several of our neighborhood's most overlooked parks.

Buy your tickets today!

October 2022 Quarterly General Membership Meeting video

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 16:10:41 GMT

October 2022 Bungalow Alert

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 21:33:44 GMT

Neighborhood Yard Sale Saturday, October 8th

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Fri, 07 Oct 2022 03:05:27 GMT

The yard sale is back! This sale will be Saturday, October 8th from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The map of participants can be seen above.

July 2022 Quarterly General Membership Meeting video

lynn.hurtak@gmail.com (Timothy Burke) — Thu, 04 Aug 2022 21:16:18 GMT

If you missed the meeting, get caught up here!

April 2022 Bungalow Alert

Sun, 24 Apr 2022 23:18:32 GMT

Quarterly meeting info, happy hour info, and meet our newest board trustee!

Home Tour Bungalow Alert

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 17:13:31 GMT

Get your tickets now for the April 3rd tour! The e-Advisor is out, our General Meeting is April 26th, and more!

March 2022 Bungalow Alert

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 02:26:11 GMT

The home tour is back! March Happy Hour, FDOT Office Hours, and more.

OSHNA Home Tour is Back Sunday, April 3rd!

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 21:15:01 GMT

Our 22nd Annual Home Tour will be held on April 3, 2022. The tour will begin at the Seminole Heights Garden Center at 5800 N Central Ave. This year's tour includes several homes, a local business, and the Seminole Heights United Methodist Church, which celebrated its 100th anniversary last year!

Buy your tickets today!

January 2022 Quarterly Meeting Replay

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 20:30:13 GMT

This quarter's meeting focused on stormwater construction updates, FDOT construction updates, traffic awareness updates, a presentation on the Green Artery, updates on the city's PURE proposal, and other neighborhood information. Links to many of the items discussed can be found below:

Southeast Seminole Heights Flooding Relief Project:

Website

FDOT Construction Updates:

Traffic Awareness Websites:

Green Artery Information:

January 2022 Bungalow Alert

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 19:42:38 GMT

January 25th general meeting, Evelyn City Apartments meeting, S.W.E.E.P. map, and more!

November 2021 Bungalow Alert

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 17:34:56 GMT

New Bungalow alert just dropped! Join us for the holiday happy hour Dec 11, read the e-Advisor, and catch up on October's general meeting.

Holiday Happy Hour

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 21:51:33 GMT

Join us Saturday, December 11 at 6pm in the outdoor section of the American Legion (gate is next to main entrance on Florida Ave). If you just want to drink and mingle, you can order the drink and dessert ticket for $5. If you want to eat too, for $15 we've got you covered with 5 stellar options by in-house Chef Tony Macaroni:

Sausage, pepper, and onion hero
Chicken Parmesan with a salad
Fettuccine Alfredo with a salad
Bolognese pasta with a salad
Roasted veggie vegan ravioli with a salad

Order cut-off is Sunday, December 5th at 8pm. Click here to join in the fun!

October 2021 Quarterly Meeting

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 22:31:26 GMT

This quarter's meeting is jam packed with issues that directly affect Old Seminole Heights.

Join us at 6:30 p.m. in person at the library or virtually to hear from:

—FDOT on the I-275 expansion and its effects on OSH.

—the Sierra Club on the safety of Tampa's PURE initiative to treat wastewater and inject it back into the aquifer and its effects on OSH.

—local architect and owner of (allegedly) design Patrick Thorpe on the state's new HB 401 law and its effects on zoning in the Greater Seminole Heights Planning Area.

We encourage everyone to participate in person, online, or by phone. If you have not been vaccinated and plan to attend in person, we ask that you wear a mask out of respect for public health.

Meeting ID: 831 1614 6388

October Happy Hour

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 17:07:58 GMT

Join us on the Corner Club's back patio tomorrow night from 6-8!

Yard Sale Map is Here!

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 17:55:50 GMT

The yard sale map is here! The sale runs Saturday, October 9th from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Happy hunting!

October 2021 Bungalow Alert

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 18:31:36 GMT

It's a busy month! Join us for the yard sale, happy hour, general meeting, garden tour, and a ton of frightfully fun Heights Halloween events for the whole family!

OSHNA Yard Sale Oct 9th

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 14:19:38 GMT

The yard sale is back!

This year's sale will be Saturday, October 9th from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sign up includes:

Your address on the OSHNA yard sale map;
Advertising in multiple local papers/online yard sale forums;
Pick up of any leftover items by a local charity; and
An OSHNA yard sale sign delivered to your house Friday along with copies of the map for you to share with customers.

The deadline to get on the map is Thursday, October 7th at 8 p.m.

CLICK HERE to sign up!

September 2021 Bungalow Alert

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 18:46:26 GMT

Join us at c. 1949 for OSHNA Happy Hour Wednesday, Sept 22nd at 6 p.m. Save the date for the annual yard sale and October general meetings.

August 2021 Bungalow Alert

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 00:49:55 GMT

Call to Action: Send an email to FDOT Citizens Advisory Committee; PURE presentation; OSHNA Board elections; September happy hour

August 2021 Happy Hour

getzoff@hotmail.com (Alyssa Getzoff) — Mon, 16 Aug 2021 16:10:58 GMT

Come out and join us for an outdoor happy hour this Thursday, August 19th, 2021 at Southern Brewing and Winery, and Rene's! Enjoy drinks from Southern and Rene’s Food Truck will be giving all OSH members $1 off purchases. We hope to see old and new faces alike, even if it’s mostly covered in a mask! Bring a friend and see you there!

July 2021 Quarterly Meeting

Sat, 31 Jul 2021 00:38:03 GMT

Video of OSHNA's quarterly meeting, including a City of Tampa stormwater improvement progress update, City of Tampa Water Department PURE proposal and OSH's role in the plan to treat wastewater and inject it back into the aquifer (including Q&A session), Parks and Recreation update, and OSHNA committee updates.

To learn more about what the city of Tampa plans for the PURE project, visit its website . For a general overview of the PURE project from outside city sources, please download the 2-page file below .

July 2021 Bungalow Alert

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 18:13:02 GMT

The general meeting is July 27th. Please pardon the error in the text.

June 2021 Bungalow Alert

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 22:38:09 GMT

TIP Meeting Wednesday, June 9th at 6:00 p.m., Spring Advisor, Garden Tour, and Library News

April Bungalow Alert

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 19:10:06 GMT

Join us for the April 27th Virtual Quarterly Meeting at 6:30 p.m, featuring District 3 County Commissioner Gwen Myers.

ADU Workshop Video

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 21:06:13 GMT

Old Seminole Heights resident, architect, and owner of (allegedly) design Patrick Thorpe and City of Tampa Zoning Supervisor Eric Cotton held a free Zoom workshop on accessory dwelling units and the basics of the Seminole Heights zoning code February 23rd.

The goal of the workshop was to help residents understand how the process works and to improve ADU applications submitted to the City of Tampa. The workshop included a slide presentation, discussion of typical issues found in applications, and Q&A session.

Additionally, Patrick was kind enough to share the PowerPoint slides. You can download them below.

Accessory Dwelling Unit Workshop

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 16:24:36 GMT

Have you considered adding a backyard cottage, in-law suite, or garage apartment—known in developer lingo as an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)—to your property but don't know where to begin? Old Seminole Heights resident, architect, and owner of (allegedly) design Patrick Thorpe and City of Tampa Zoning Supervisor Eric Cotton will be holding a free Zoom workshop on ADUs and the basics of the Seminole Heights zoning code on February 23rd at 6:30 p.m.

The goal of the workshop is to help residents understand how the process works and to improve ADU applications submitted to the City of Tampa. The workshop will be about one hour and include a slide presentation, discussion of typical issues found in applications, and Q&A session.

Whether you are just considering the option or have already put some work into getting started, we encourage you to join this workshop to learn more!

Old Seminole Heights ADU Workshop

Tuesday, February 23rd at 6:30 p.m.

Log in via computer: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85089571301

Log in via phone: 646 558 8656

Meeting ID: 850 8957 1301

January General Meeting

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 22:34:49 GMT

Video of OSHNA's quarterly meeting, including presentations by TPD, Seminole Heights Library Supervisor Julio Granada, and OSHNA Highways and Byways Committee Member Mauricio Rosas on FDOT's Heights Mobility Study, including the decision to add four new crosswalks on Florida Avenue.

January Bungalow Alert

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 17:34:33 GMT

2021 S.W.E.E.P. Map is here—Join us for the January 26th Virtual Quarterly Meeting at 6:30 p.m.—OSHNA is hosting an Accessory Dwelling Unit workshop February 23rd.

October 2020 Bungalow Alert

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 20:33:25 GMT

Join our Virtual Quarterly Meeting Tuesday, October 27th at 6:30 p.m. Check out the latest copy of the Advisor. Seminole Heights Garden Tour is Sunday, October 25th from 1-5 p.m..

OSHNA Postpones Annual Yard Sale to Spring 2021

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 17:13:07 GMT

American Legion is hosting a yard sale October 10th

OSHNA is postponing its annual October yard sale until Spring 2021. If you still have things you'd like to sell, the American Legion Post 111 at 6918 N Florida Ave is hosting a yard sale October 10th from 8 am to 2 pm. Each table is $10. For more information visit their Facebook page or website .

Meet the Judicial Candidates

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 19:26:51 GMT

Get to know the candidates for judges in Hillsborough County

Join us on our YouTube channel this week to learn more about the judicial candidates running for office. Each candidate was given a chance to share a video about themselves. Those who responded will have their videos shared this week, organized by office sought. We're starting with 13th Judicial Circuit Group 39.

If you missed the Meet the Candidate Videos or Debates for County Commission District 3, School Board District 5, or School Board District 7, you can catch them there too!

July Quarterly Meeting

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 18:13:13 GMT

If you missed the July 28th Zoom meeting, you can watch it here. Meeting highlights: TPD Update; County Solar Co-Op program; COVID-19 Hero Award; FDOT Mobility Study update, OSHNA Elections in October; and OSHNA Primary Debate Series.

July 2020 Bungalow Alert

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 13:31:50 GMT

Join our Virtual Quarterly Meeting Tuesday, July 28th at 6:30 p.m. Check out our new website and app. OSHNA elections are coming up soon.

Watch the School Board District 7 Debate

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 21:27:18 GMT

If you missed the Hillsborough County Public Schools District 7 candidate debate, you can watch it here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel and never miss a video.

Watch the School Board District 5 Debate

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 22:28:10 GMT

If you missed the Hillsborough County Public Schools District 5 candidate debate, you can watch it here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel and never miss a video.

Watch the BOCC District 3 Debate

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 22:46:41 GMT

If you missed the Hillsborough County Commission District 3 candidate debate, you can watch it here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel and never miss a video.

June 2020 Bungalow Alert

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 18:01:02 GMT

Please attend the virtual MPO TIP meeting June 30 at 6 p.m. to speak out against interstate expansion. And save the dates for our July virtual primary debates.

Quarterly General Membership Meetings

Thu, 28 May 2020 18:19:28 GMT

Quarterly Meetings

OSHNA holds quarterly general membership meetings on the fourth Tuesday of every third month (January, April, July, and October) in a “town hall” format, during which all residents can voice suggestions, questions, and concerns. The nine-member board, comprised of four officers and five trustees, has monthly meetings on the third Tuesday of every month, and these are open to anyone wishing to attend. See our neighborhood calendar for dates and times.

River Tower Festival

Wed, 01 May 2019 19:56:55 GMT

River Tower Festival

THE CAUSE

A locally famous historic landmark, the Sulphur Springs Water Tower is more than an architectural feature in our urban core; it is a place that lives in the memories of generations of Tampa residents and visitors. The surrounding River Tower Park beautifies the neighborhood and has become a gathering spot for the community to engage with each other and with the natural beauty of our city.

The iconic tower has not seen a significant renovation since it was painted 30 years ago. After the City of Tampa purchased the tower, they added lights to the base. In addition to restoring the tower, the park needs love, too. Our urban communities are organized to ensure that the tower and park stand vibrantly for generations to come.

THE HISTORY

At a stunning 214 feet, the Sulphur Springs Water Tower has been a part of Tampa’s history since 1927. Josiah Richardson commissioned the tower as part of his development of “Mave’s Arcade,” which included the Sulphur Springs Hotel, apartments, and indoor shopping. Ripley’s Believe it or Not called the Arcade “a city under one roof” and named it the first indoor mall. The tower supplied drinking water to the area until 1933 when the TECO dam break flooded Sulphur Springs, destroying the Arcade and, effectively, destroying the area as a vacation destination.

In 1971, the city became the area’s main water supplier, and the tower was no longer used. Time and abandonment took their toll, and the tower deteriorated from the elements, bird droppings, and graffiti. In 1989, the Service Painting Corporation repainted the tower with paint donated by Sherwin-Williams.

It is now 2019 and we have come to love our iconic tower which serves as a major landmark for our city. River Tower Festival honors Sulphur Springs Water Tower and River Tower Park.

THE FESTIVAL

The River Tower Festival provides an enduring non-profit fundraising stream to maintain the Sulphur Springs Water Tower and River Tower Park. The festival is set in the beautiful riverfront green space of River Tower Park where the tower stands.

The festival features talented musicians across a variety of genres, local visual artists, food and goods vendors, family-friendly moments, and an important cause: protecting and preserving the historic Sulphur Springs Water Tower and River Tower Park through renovation and enhancement.

Planned Date: November 16, 2019

Planned Time: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Estimated Attendees: 2,500

In addition to the festival itself, other River Tower Festival events are being planned to generate interest and additional funds for ongoing tower and park restoration and preservation. The event will take place in River Tower Park so that everyone can see the progress and beautification of the tower and park.

HOW CAN YOU HELP:

Once you are ready to make a positive and indelible impact on your community, the rest is easy!

For information on how to volunteer or to sponsor the festival click here or contact the committee:

Via email: PreserveOurTower@gmail.com

Via phone: Keith Malson, (813) 928-3174

Debi Johnson, (813) 230-3517