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Big Band Ballroom Series
A tribute to Ol' Blue Eyes, Frank Sinatra, featuring the 42nd Street Orchestra, from 8 p.m. to midnight. Tickets are $12 in advance, $14 at the door. For more information, call 727-892-5202.
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Sunshine Speedway Opening Night
The Sunshine Speedway hosts the School Bus Figure 8 Race. Pit gates open at 3 p.m. Grandstands open at 4:30 p.m. and racing begins at 7 p.m. For more information, call 727-573-4598.
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It's Our Nature Guided Gentle Kayak Paddle
The kayak trip will begin with basic paddle instruction and an overview of the magnificent two mile loop that you will explore. Minimum age is 8 years old but no maximum age! Trip is from 9:30 a.m. to noon and costs $42. For more information, call 727-441-2599.
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Antiques Appraisal Event
The Museum of History will host an appraisal forum with experts in the field of Fine Arts, American & European China, porcelain, glassware, jewelry, books, toys, and collectibles. $5 per item. Event runs from 1- 5 pm. For more information, please call 727-894-1052.
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Spring Antiques Fair
Dunedin's Main Street downtown area is known for it's unique shopping district and will also feature a number of vendors selling their antique wares with food vendors and entertainment at the fair. For more information, call 727-298-3260.
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Reflections without a Voice
Photographer Marlyn Cheses shares her reactions to her travels throughout Europe through her photographs of Holocaust sites. For more information, call 727-820-0100.
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Doc's Big Band Hit Parade
One of the most dynamic and dazzling stars in today's Pops world, Doc Severinsen conducts his Big Band Hit Parade, with greats such as "In the Mood, Moonlight Serenade, On the Sunny Side of the Street" and his own salute to the great Benny Goodman, "Sing, Sing, Sing." Performance dates are March 1, 3 and 4. For more information, call 813-286-8227.
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Fragments: Portraits of Survivors
The indomitable spirits of 120 St. Petersburg/Clearwater area Holocaust survivors have been encapsulated within photographs reflecting upon fragments of theirs pasts for future generations. Toronto freelance photographer Jason Schwartz captured the expressions of memories of Holocaust survivors for this exhibit at the Florida Holocaust Museum. The stark black and white images are reflections of time and history. Each image contains a carefully worded and handwritten statement by the Survivor. For more information, call 727-820-0100.
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U2: The Spy Plane at the Florida International Museum
The Florida International Museum, a Smithsonian affiliate, features this collection of historical and personal artifacts associated with the U-2 incident of May 1960 in which Francis Gary Powers was shot down over the Soviet Union while flying for the CIA in a U-2 spy plane. These artifacts are on loan from the Cold War Museum and Francis Gary Powers, Jr. and include a piece of Powers’ U-2 plane, personal correspondence from prison, and items associated with the U-2 program. The U-2 Incident exhibit has been displayed internationally and this showing will commemorate the 40th Anniversary of Power’s release from prison, which took place on February 10, 1962. The museum also features an exhibit on the Cuban Missle Crisis and a permanent collection of John F. Kennedy memorabilia. For more information, call 727-822-3693.
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East Meets West: From St. Petersburg to Takamatsu
The St. Petersburg Museum of History celebrates the 40th anniversary of its sister-city relationship with Takamatsu, Japan. The exhibit showcases the history of the partnership and provides information about life in Takamatsu. From the Japanese garden to the recreation of an udon noodle shop, this exhibit highlights the parallels between the two cities. For more information, call 727-894-1052.
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Major League Baseball Spring Training
Pinellas County has an 85-year history of spring training and is the only place where a Major League teams trains in its own regular-season city. The area features the Tampa Bay Devil Rays in St. Petersburg, the Philadelphia Phillies in Clearwater, the Toronto Blue Jays in Dunedin and the New York Yankees in nearby Tampa. There are also 10 other teams within a 2-hour drive. For more information on the Devil Rays, call 727-898-RAYS, for Phillies information, call 727-442-8496 and for Blue Jays information, call 727-733-0429.
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Tampa Bay Tour of Turtles
Modeled after successful public art exhibits in Chicago, New York, New Orleans and Cincinnati, The Clearwater Marine Aquarium is sponsoring this festival honoring area artists and endangered species. The project features the endangered Loggerhead Sea Turtle as its theme icon. Nearly 100 six-foot sea turtle statues will be on display throughout the region. In April, all turtles will be auctioned off with portions of the proceeds going to area non-profit organizations. Artists range from Peter Max to Sunset Sam, the Aquarium's painting dolphin. One sea turtle statue has been painted to resemble an American flag. The beneficiaries of the auction will be families of the firefighters and police of New York City who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks, and the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. For more information, call 727-461-5799.
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Albert Paley: Sculpture, Drawing, Graphics and Decorative Arts
This exhibition will include fine and decorative art objects ranging from exquisite jewelry to maquettes for monumental sculptures and large heroic scaled pieces as well. It explores the important contribution artist Albert Paley has made to American fine and decorative arts during the past 25 years. For more information, call 727-518-6833.
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William King: The Party
William King's work reflects individuals from all walks of life. The sculptures are executed in materials such as aluminum, balsa, polyester, mahogany and stainless steel. For more information, call 727-518-6833.
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Seven Outdoor Sculptures: 1977-2001
Seven pieces of sculptor David Davis will be on display on the Gulf Coast Museum of Art's Courtyard Sculpture Garden. For more information, call 518-6833.
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Museum of Fine Arts: Art of the Goldsmiths
This exhibit consists of approximately 65 works, including 15 one-of-a-kind museum pieces, designed by Gianmaria Buccellati. Buccellati jewlery and art objects are known for their beauty, craftsmanship and long tradition. The exhibit features cups and goblets, candlesticks, coffers and jewelry. For more information, call 727-896-2667.
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World War II: Dunedin and the Homefront
The Dunedin Historical Museum presents this exhibit featuring artifacts from World War II. Dunedin was primarily a rural area during the War, but residents made considerable contributions. This exhibit highlights some of the inventions that took place during the War. For more information, call 727-736-1176.
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Florida International Museum Salutes Queen Elizabeth on her Golden Jubilee
In honor of Queen Elizabeth's Golden Jubilee, the Florida International Museum will salute her with a display that includes memorabilia dating back to 1837 and the reign of Queen Victoria. The museum is open year round, seven days a week. Monday through Saturday, the hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Last entry to the museum is at 4 p.m. daily. For more information please contact the Florida International Museum at 727-822-3693.
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When The Cold War Got Hot at the Florida International Museum
The Florida International Museum, a Smithsonian affiliate, now features temporary exhibits in addition to its permanent collection of John F. Kennedy memorabilia. When The Cold War Got Hot gives visitors a feel of how close the world came to nuclear war during the Cuban Missile Crisis. The exhibit features re-creations of a fallout shelter, 35-foot Soviet missile and props from the new Kevin Costner film Thirteen Days. For more information, call 727-822-3693.
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Saturday Afternoon Fun
Every Saturday afternoon at the Pier, different family entertainment will be offered, including unicyclists, jugglers, magicians and puppets. For more information, call 727-821-6443.
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It's Our Nature Bird Watching Walk
It's Our Nature guides a Nature Awareness Walk with Bird Watching through Honeymoon Island Recreation Area every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Duration is 2 hours. In addition to the state park fee, cost is $10 per person and $6 per child. For more information, call 727-441-2599.
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The Century on Central
View more than 25 historic structures on this 2 hour walking tour of St. Petersburg. The tour begins at the Williams Park Fountain at 10 a.m. and admission is $3 per person. For more information, call 727-824-7802.
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ArtVillage Gallery Walk
Gulfport showcases the galleries and shops that make up its ArtVillage. Guests can browse and enjoy a festive evening featuring art, music and more in this pedestrian-friendly historic district. More than 40 galleries, studios, boutiques and restaurants are featured in this monthly event from 6-10 p.m. Most shops serve free treats and refreshments. For more information, call 727-321-7741.
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First Friday: Get Downtown Music Series
St. Petersburg closes its main street for a street party on Central Avenue and Third Street in the heart of downtown. This block party features free live music from 5:30 to 10 p.m. For more information, call 727-895-0051.
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Art Village Saturday Stroll
Gulfport showcases the galleries and shops that make up its ArtVillage. Guests can visit the many wonderful shops that feature original paintings, pottery, handmade jewelry, wearable art, sculptures, hand blown glass, collectibles and much more at this village gathering. Gulfport's Art Village features shops, restaurants, cafes and nightspots on Beach Blvd. The stroll runs 6-10 p.m. For more information, call 727-321-0830.
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