Pics: Women’s Book Club July

Shareo&a women gathered in st. pete’s grand central district for this month’s book discussion on “red azalea” by anchee min.
our venue was the home of our very first women’s book club meeting back in 2009 – island seafood market.  with their delectable menu offerings and a cozy, comfortable atmosphere, owners beth and linda have created [...]

Pics: Big Gay Yoga 101

Shareo&a once again took to yogani studios in tampa, and had a large turnout for its yoga 101 fundamentals class.
we met an incredible ten new o&a members – special welcome to anne, bryan, burt, corey, dale, eulalio, jose, lisa, natalie, and shawn! we hope we see you again soon at upcoming o&a events.  we [...]

O&A Spa Night

[ September 16, 2010; 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm. ] o&a once again takes over the Aveda Institute of St Pete for a luxurious evening of indulgence!

our evening retreat will consist of a one-hour massage, followed by a one-hour facial, then a relaxing mingle, savoring delectable foods & beverages.

o&a spa events sell out every time.  july’s sold out in just 3 days!  space is very [...]

Pics: Women’s Intro Stand Up Paddle

Shareo&a women hit the waves on madeira beach for an evening of acrobatic paddle boarding!
while we had hoped for calmer waters, the choppy waves on the gulf gave us a great challenge.  we began with some great tips from instructor brody welte of stand up fitness, then hit the surf on a variety of the different [...]

O&A Big Gay Golf Tourney

[ October 23, 2010; 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm. ] o&a hits the links with a fabulous fall big gay golf tourney!

join us at the luxurious renaissance vinoy golf resort in st. pete for 18 holes, golf pro tips, dinner and awards at the vinoy’s plush grounds, unparalleled, exclusive facilities, and landmark architecture.

golf tournament details

the championship vinoy club course, situated on scenic snell island, was [...]

Pics: July Dinner & Movie

Shareo&a men and women gathered to usher in the tampa international gay & lesbian film festival selection for july, “my normal.”
this monthly o&a event continues to bring people together to enjoy good food, fun, and film.
we gathered at hamburger mary’s to meet our newest members – andrew, laurie, donna, and paula – warmest welcome!  hope [...]

O&A Withlacoochee Biking

[ August 15, 2010; 8:00 am to 10:00 am. ] pedal to your heart’s pleasure, as o&a takes to the trail.

join us for this 2-hour biking adventure on the withlacoochee state trail.

gorgeous setting
at 46 miles, this trail is currently the longest paved rail trail in florida. converted from a stretch of abandoned railroad track, its corridor runs through small towns, ranches, campgrounds, the withlacoochee state forest, [...]

O&A Women’s Sunset Boating

[ September 11, 2010; 6:15 pm to 8:15 pm. ] join us for a special women’s evening aboard the endeavor, an electric 12-seater that will give us a smooth, quiet glide on the bay!

we’ll have a stunning view of the sunset and the bayfront city lights of downtown st. petersburg while we enjoy mingling, food and drinks, and some tunes on the endeavor’s sound system.

on [...]

O&A Big Gay Shuffleboard

[ September 10, 2010; 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. ] let’s go retro!  join us at the birthplace of land shuffleboard, and the largest shuffleboard club in the world – right here in st. pete!

o&a picks up the cues for this return to a classic that hit its zenith in the 1950s.  with its focus on enjoying the outdoors, team play, strategy, and good old [...]

O&A Women’s Kayak

[ August 14, 2010; 9:45 am to 12:30 pm. ] join o&a women in this extraordinary kayak outing!

in tandem and single kayaks, we’ll greet the morning with a launch at the base of the pier in beautiful downtown st. pete, then paddle around the bay, across to snell isle and surrounds.

as we draw near the isle, expect spectacular views of its classic european and spanish [...]