Smokey Bones Seeks 'Dadisms' for Gift Card Contest

Post your favorite "Dadism" in time for Father's Day and Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill might just select yours for a gift-card prize. Here's the rules, and a sampling of the competition.

LA Fitness to Replace Old Publix at Brandon Blvd. Shoppes

A new Dollar Tree store is also now open in the shopping center at the corner of State Road 60 and Valrico Road.

Chamber Goes Live With Brandon Business Expo, 'Taste' Video

Chamber officials posted a YouTube report on the 2012 Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce Brandon Business Expo and “Taste of Brandon.” Small business owners and residents are featured in the high-energy video.

'Cooking for a Cause' Brings Needed Aid to Brandon Outreach Clinic

The kickoff lunch for "Cooking for a Cause III" drew heartfelt eaters to the Copper Bell Cafe on June 11, where State Rep. Rachel Burgin donated her time as celebrity chef to aid the mission of the Brandon Outreach Clinic.

Chamber Cuts Ribbon at 'Taste of Berlin' in Brandon

Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce representatives were on hand June 8 at the Taste of Berlin in Brandon to cut a ribbon of welcome and support. The German restaurant recently added Sunday hours.

State Rep. Rachel Burgin 'Cooking for a Cause' at Copper Bell Cafe

"Cooking for a Cause III" kicks off June 11 at the Copper Bell Cafe in Brandon, with celebrity chef State Rep. Rachel Burgin. All proceeds and gratuities will benefit her chosen charity, the Brandon Outreach Clinic.

Zumba at The Regent Marks Riverview Woman's Club Debut

The Riverview Woman's Club, open to members from throughout the Greater Brandon/Riverview area, makes its mark at the first fundraiser for the newly incorporated club, which meets monthly for friendship and networking.

Brides Seeking New Gowns at Discounted Prices Invited to Brandon's Goodwill Today (June 9)

Brides-to-be were expected in droves today, June 9, at Goodwill's Brandon Superstore, with hopes to find the dress of their dreams, brand new and at deeply discounted prices.

Heidi's Legacy Dog Rescue To Benefit From Patch, Coffee House Event

Our sister Patch, the Bloomingdale-Riverview Patch, joins with the Coffee House on FishHawk Boulevard to collect pet food for Heidi's Legacy Dog Rescue in Lithia. Donate today, June 9, from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., and receive a free cup of coffee.

Shop HomeGoods in Brandon, Help Support Cancer Care and Research

The home fashions retailer's Brandon location is part of HomeGoods' 12th annual, nationwide drive to support the Jimmy Fund and the Boston-based Dana-Farber Cancer Institute's work concerning cancer care and research.

Perry's BBQ Among Stores, Restaurants Coming to Westfield Brandon

Here's what you need to know about this summer's openings of rue21 and Perry's BBQ and the newly opened GreatGlam.com and Gentleman's Blvd. at Westfield Brandon. Coming this fall, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and the Caribbean-cuisine inspired Bahama Breeze.

Westfield Brandon Family Fun Day Highlights Summer Safety, Athletics

The Westfield Brandon Family Fun Day in June highlights safe, athletic, swimming, summer fun for kids, with a take-home craft for dads.

Mimi’s Cafe Says ‘Merci’ With June Promotions

In time for Father’s Day, and to say “Merci From Mimi’s” to loyal guests, the French-inspired Mimi’s Cafe bistro has special offers in June, including an interactive eGift card and a chance to win a trip for two to Paris and more.

Brandon Farmer's Market Returns to Winthrop

The Winthrop neotraditional town in the Greater Brandon community of Riverview is again hosting a weekly farmer's market, this time in the Winthrop Pole Barn. The event, now known as the "Brandon Fresh Market," runs Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Free Donut Offers Mark National Donut Day (June 1)

National Donut Day is today, June 1, and that means a free donut offer from Dunkin' Donuts and Krispy Kreme. Entenmann's is teaming with the Salvation Army, offering the group proceeds from sales and, for consumers, a chance to win free donuts for a year.

Tabitha's Tea Celebrates 1st Year in Brandon

For Barbara Madonna and her daughters, Lori Mincey and Gloria Madonna, operating Tabitha's Tea in Brandon is a family affair.

Cool Down, Brandon: Free Slurpee Day

Get free Slurpees at 7-Eleven stores until 7 p.m. Wednesday.

Traventours Specializes in Educational, Group Travel

Anne Alford talked about Traventours at the Brandon Business Expo & Taste of Brandon, as a family owned company committed to getting right the logistics of student, group, corporate, school and individual travel, tours and events.

Dressing Dad in Don Draper, 'Mad Men' Style

The Men’s Style event at Macy’s at Westfield Brandon is a good time to think like Don Draper. Style rules the set of the “Mad Men” television show, here’s your chance to rock the look at home with this preview event of summer trends.

Take Out Butler Owner Recalls Launch at Chamber's Brandon Business Expo

Erik Butler's Take Out Butler restaurant delivery service marked its entry into the Greater Brandon market with an appearance three years ago at the Brandon chamber's annual Brandon Business Expo & Taste of Brandon.

Views From the 2012 Brandon Business Expo, Taste of Brandon

Small and large businesses and restaurants from the Greater Brandon area showcased their wares, tastes and services at the Florida State Fairgrounds for the Brandon Business Expo & Taste of Brandon presented by the Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce.

New Job, 1st Expo, Chamber's Justin Kropff Gives His Assessment

As the newly named director of marketing and communications for the Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce, Justin Kropff said he moved to Tampa to join his wife, Allison Kropff, who works at WTSP Channel 10 News.

Couple Takes To Heart 'Amazingly Creative Events'

Retiring soon from the U.S. Air Force, Richard Ligon knows his top duty is to support his spouse, YJean Ligon, whose vision for Amazingly Creative Events (ACE) earned Best Booth honors at the 2012 Greater Brandon chamber's Brandon Business Expo.

Want to Work for Patch? We Need a Sales Associate

Brandon Patch has an opening.

Top Tastes, Booth Awarded at Greater Brandon Chamber Event

Attendees at the Brandon Business Expo & Taste of Brandon gave a nod to four restaurants, for Best Taste and Best Dessert, and a media organization and event planner, for Best Booth.

13 Things To Know (Posted May 17)

Food for thought, things to know, in this quick review of discounts, promotions, notices, events, fundraisers, deadlines and productions of interest to the Greater Brandon community.

Brandon Business Takes Center Stage at Florida State Fairgrounds Today

The Brandon Business Expo & Taste of Brandon starts 3:30 p.m. May 17 at the special events center at the Florida State Fairgrounds. The event, presented annually by the Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce, features some 26 restaurants and 125 businesses.

Corner Bakery Cafe Eyes Brandon Market

The Chicago-born chain of breakfast-lunch restaurants is scouting locations for its first Tampa Bay area opening and Brandon is on the list.

Gallery: Protesters Stand Against JP Morgan Chase

The Occupy movements of Tampa and Orlando joined forces with local advocates to voice their displeasure with JP Morgan Chase executives at their annual meeting in Tampa.

Readers' Choice Poll for Memorial Day

Summer's just around the corner but first a holiday observation. Add your vote as we ask, "Where will Brandonites be spending their time Memorial Day weekend?"

Revolution Cycle's Summer Spin for Cash

The small business owners of Revolution Cycle and Fitness get creative, and generous, with their marketing plans to offset the "summer slack," On the line for the spinner who logs the most riding time from June 1 through Aug. 31 is $1,000.

Brandon Taste, Business Expo This Week

The Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce event kicks off 3:30 p.m. May 17 at the Florida State Fairgrounds.

Westfield Confirms Bahama Breeze Patch Report

Brandon Patch reported April 25 that construction documents were posted online for a Bahama Breeze at Westfield Brandon. We asked, “How psyched are you?” About 175 new jobs reportedly will come with the eatery’s anticipated fall opening.

Keller Williams ‘Red Day’ Targets Kids

The national Keller Williams Realty effort to "give where you live" is demonstrated on "Red Day" in May, which marks as well the birthday of CEO Mo Anderson. The 2012 Brandon effort benefits A Kid’s Place on Lithia Pinecrest Road.

Read More Comics Treats Fans Right

Free Comic Book Day at Read More Comics in Brandon featured more than fans bargained for. A free comic book, yes, but all comic books in the store sold for $1 and artist Barry Mazzoni drew sketches for free all day.

O'Brien's 'Ken-Ducky-Derby' To Benefit Miles for Moffitt Fundraiser

With its May 5 duck races for kids and adults, O'Brien's Irish Pub hopes to rasie a good chunk of change for its particiaption in the Miles for Moffitt fundraiser, May 12, at the University of South Florida.

Read More Comics Celebrates Free Comic Book Day (May 5)

Free Comic Book day is a national event May 5 and Read More Comics in Brandon is again participating with a free comic book, deals and discounts, and local artist sketches.

Cheesecake Factory Voted Brandon's Best Brunch Spot for Mother's Day

The restaurant won 83 percent of the vote in our Readers' Choice poll to find the best brunch spot in Brandon to bring your mom.

Get Free Stuff When the Patch RV Comes to Town

The Patch RV will be in the Brandon area May 8 and 9 collecting canned goods for Feeding America Tampa Bay, meeting our readers and neighbors and giving away some free stuff!

What's the Best Spot for Mother's Day Brunch in Brandon?

Where do you recommend taking Mom out to eat on her special day?