Andy Warhol Portfolios: Life and Legends
5/16/2009 - 8/16/2009
Museum of Fine Arts
255 Beach Drive N.E.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Andy Warhol (1928-1987), dubbed the Pope of Pop, is one of the most influential artists of the twentieth century. The MFA is proud to spotlight his work in Andy Warhol Portfolios: Life and Legends from May 16-August 16. All 72 works are screenprints, except for Robert Mapplethorpe's dramatic photograph of Warhol one year before his death. Screenprints were a Warhol specialty. The exhibition features such classic Warhol images as Marilyn, Campbell's Soup I (Cream of Mushroom), Superman, Muhammad Ali, Mickey Mouse, Uncle Sam, Santa Claus, Howdy Doody, and many more. There is also a haunting self-portrait, The Shadow (1981), from the Myths series. Of course, Andy considered himself a myth. For more information on the MFA, call 727-896-2667 or check out the web site at www.fine-arts.org.
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Rock n' Wings Concert
7/4/2009 - 7/4/2009
4:00pm - 10:00pm
Albert Whitted Airport
107 8th Ave. S.E.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Celebrate the fourth of July with Idol finalist Amanda Overmyer in concert a the Albert Whitted Airport in downtown St. Petersburg. An evening of fun, food and fireworks. Idol's Amanda Overmyer, the Harley riding, Janis Joplin-sounding contestant from the 2008 season of American Idol will appear in concert. Price is $10.00. Category for music is Rock.
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2009 Miss Florida Pageant
7/5/2009 - 7/11/2009
Mahaffey Theater at Progress Energy Center
400 1st St. S.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Brains, beauty and talent converge on St. Petersburg as the city welcomes contestants competing in the Miss Florida Pageant and the Miss Florida's Outstanding Teen Pageant on Saturday, July 11 at the Progress Energy Center for the Arts' Mahaffey Theater Beginning July 5 and running through the week, 46 Miss Florida contestants and 30 Miss Florida's Outstanding Teen contestants will appear throughout the community at special events, and will compete in three nights of preliminary competitions Wednesday, July 8 through Friday, July 10. The Miss Florida's Outstanding Teen Pageant final will be July 11; the Miss Florida Pageant final begins immediately following. Exact show times will be announced. All events are held at the Mahaffey Theater
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21st Annual Cool Art Show
7/18/2009 - 7/19/2009
10:00am - 5:00pm
The Coliseum
535 4th Ave. N.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701-2895
The 21st Annual Cool Art Show is a juried, members-only Fine Art and Fine Craft Show hosted by PAVA, the Professional Association of Visual Artists. It is scheduled for July 18 -19, 2009 from 10:00am - 5:00pm. The event is held in St. Petersburg's handsomely restored historic Coliseum located at 535 4th Avenue North. Admission and parking are free, the Coliseum' s food and beverage concessions will be open to the public including beer and wine. These fine artists represent excellence in a variety of mediums, including painting, sculpture, metalwork, wood, glass, pottery, mixed media and jewelry. This years selection of artist promises an extraordinary cache of creative visual and functional art for attendees.
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37th Annual Conchologists of America Convention
7/19/2009 - 7/23/2009
Hilton Beach Resort
400 Mandalay Avenue
Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
International convention of sea shell collectors-from beachcombers to professionals. Theme of the 5-day Conchologists of America Convention is "Cruising The Suncoast," an imaginary cruise aboard the "Silver Alatus" in conjunction with the host club's (Suncoast Conchologist of Clearwater) 25th anniversary. Events include a Welcome Party, a variety of interesting and informative Shell Related Presentations, Field Trips, Silent and Verbal Auctions and a Competitive Show. A Sea Shell expo will be the featured event on July 22 and 23rd. Attendance for the convention is by pre-registration only. 727-796-4117
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Clearwater Jazz Holiday
10/15/2009 - 10/18/2009
Varies
Coachman Park
301 Drew St.
Clearwater, FL 33756
In its 30th year, the annual Jazz Holiday brings together all veins of jazz music together in 4 days of free entertainment at Coachman Park in downtown Clearwater. One of the longest-running and best-known FREE live jazz events in the country, the Clearwater Jazz Holiday has presented in concert virtually every jazz luminary of our generation. The 2009 Clearwater Jazz Holiday features legendary performers. This year, the signature celebration sets the stage for the most recognized Smooth Jazz, Rhythm and Blues, Fusion, Latin and local bands ever assembled. FREE. For more information, please call 727-461-5200.
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RibFest 2009
11/13/2009 - 11/15/2009
Vinoy Park
500 Bayshore Dr. N.E.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Ribfest is a fun filled three-day festival that offers something for everyone. It is a classic rock concert, a rib lovers paradise, and a great family get together. For more information, call 727-528-3828.
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2009 Foster Grant Ironman World Championship 70.3
11/14/2009 - 11/14/2009
Pier 60 on Clearwater Beach
10 Pier 60 Dr.
Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
Ironman's newest event property, the Ironman 70.3 Series, culminates with its world championship in Clearwater, FL. More than 1,800 domestic and international competitors will earn the right to compete in the Ford Ironman World Championship 70.3 by qualifying at one of the 22 Ironman 70.3 events held around the world. Ironman 70.3 events consist of a 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike and 13.1 mile run. The race will start and finish at Pier 60 on Clearwater Beach. For more information, visit website.
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19th Annual Suncoast Dixieland Jazz Classic
11/20/2009 - 11/22/2009
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Sheraton Sand Key Resort
1160 Gulf Blvd.
Clearwater Beach, FL 33767-2799
"It's a Dixie and Swing Thing!" Traditional jazz and swing will once again fill the air at the 19th annual Suncoast Dixieland Jazz Classic. This event is the largest traditional festival in the state and one of the largest on the east coast. The Sheraton Sand Key Resort & Marriott Suites on Sand Key the Holiday Inn on Clearwater Beach will host a crowd of about 5,000 over three days. More than 20 bands will play in several venues, from gulf side to ballroom. Additional parking and shuttle service available. For more information about tickets or parking, visit website or call 727-536-0064. Shuttles available between all three hotels.
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