Sushi Showdown - 7-9 p.m. today, Florida Aquarium, 701 Channelside Drive, Tampa. Sushi chef competition and sampling, sake and Japanese beer tastings; aquarium exhibits open during event. $60. Benefits Florida Aquarium programs. (813) 273-4568.
Art of Rock and Roll - 6:30-9:30 p.m. today, ballroom at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 5223 Orient Road, Tampa. Monthly series features works from artists at Artists Unlimited, Inc., plus hors d'oeuvres and wines. $10. (813) 627-7625 or (813) 229-5958.
WaZoo! - 8-10:30 p.m. Sat., Lowry Park Zoo, 1101 W Sligh Ave., Tampa. Fundraiser featuring tastes of beers from around the world, wines and local restaurant cuisine, entertainment. $30 advance, $35 at door, $15 for designated driver tickets. (813) 935-8552, ext. 276.
