WMNF 88.5’s Polka Party Express radio show was presented with a proclamation for “WMNF Polkateer Day" in recognition of the show’s listeners and supporters. The Polka Party Express is Tampa’s only Polka variety show since 1982 and airs every Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The Krewe of Sant' Yago held its annual Proclamation Luncheon to celebrate the Krewe's upcoming Illuminated Knight Parade. The mayor issued a proclamation recognizing January 31 through February 6 as "Krewe of the Knights of Sant' Yago Week ." Formally organized in 1972, the organization celebrates Tampa's Latin culture and history, while contributing to cultural affairs, scholarships, and endowments throughout the community.

A groundbreaking ceremony was held for Stageworks Theatre's new location. Donated by Mercury Advisors, the 8,000-square-foot, 99-seat theater space is located in Grand Central at Kennedy in the Channel District. Stageworks produces professional theater performances and offers educational outreach programs for aspiring theater students and at-risk youth.

This month "The Mayor's Hour " goes behind the scenes at the brand new Tampa Museum of Art Cornelia Corbett Center, adjacent to the Tampa Riverwalk and Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. Mayor Iorio and 970 Radio Personality Jack Harris get a sneak preview of the new state-of-the-art, 66,000-square-foot museum. Watch the Mayor’s Hour on CTTV,  Sundays at 1 p.m., Mondays at 7 p.m., Tuesdays at noon, Wednesdays at 9 p.m., Fridays at 3 p.m. and Saturdays at noon.