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SUMMARY:Ybor 140: A community celebration of 140 years of Ybor’s first cigar
DESCRIPTION:On April 13\, 1886\, the first cigar was rolled in Ybor City. A moment that shaped a neighborhood\, a culture\, and a legacy. Join us on 7th Avenue in front of Hotel Haya as we come together as a community to honor Ybor’s past and participate in its living history. In a symbolic tribute\, 140 hands will come together to roll a single cigar\, guided by professional cigar rollers\, representing the generations of craftsmanship that built this city. \n\n\n\nGuests are invited to sign up for this once-in-a-lifetime experience. \nSIGN-UP \nThroughout the afternoon\, enjoy: \n\nCuban sandwich bites and paella from Hotel Haya\nPop-up mobile museums from the Ybor City Museum Society and Tampa Bay History Center\nStories and surprise guests sharing the rich history and evolution of Ybor City\nA community-driven\, come-and-go atmosphere on historic 7th Avenue\n\nAt 2:15 PM\, we’ll gather for the final roll a celebratory moment marking the completion of the cigar and honoring 140 years of heritage\, resilience\, and community. \nWe invite locals\, businesses\, and visitors alike to stop by\, take part\, and be part of Ybor history. \nValet parking will be available at Hotel Haya for $10\, with additional city parking located throughout Ybor City. This event is open to the community and free to attend—guests are welcome to come and go throughout the afternoon. \nWith Gratitude to Our Community Partners \nThis moment would not be possible without the individuals\, businesses\, and organizations who continue to shape Ybor City’s story. We are grateful to stand alongside the following community partners in bringing Ybor 140 to life: \nJC Newman Cigar Co \nYbor City Museum \nFMoPA \nTampa Bay History Center \nVisit Tampa Bay \nYbor Chamber \nGasworx \nBarrieHaus \nFlor Fina
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/ybor-140-a-community-celebration-of-140-years-of-ybors-first-cigar/
LOCATION:Hotel Haya
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