Three major European museums--Frankfurt, London and Vienna--contribute a unique perspective on their cities and nations rich with a Jewish heritage going back centuries. Never before have these museums collaborated on such a scale to showcase their collections. For more information, call 727-820-0100.

The tradition of teethers and rattles for babies is as old as humankind. During the Enlightenment and particularly in the nineteenth century, as the child had a more honored place in society, the variety and types of rattles increased in Europe and the United States. This exhibition contains a variety of rattles from a period of approximately three hundred years and in a range of materials, including gold, silver, tin, ivory, coral, and crystal. For more information, call 727-896-2667.

This exhibition features almost 100 motorcycles representing 32 manufacturers from the world-class collection of Trev Deeley, a motorcycle racer, owner of Canada's first Harley-Davidson dealership and holder of the only Harley-Davidson franchise in Canada. The bikes date from the turn-of-the-century to the modern day. Headliners include the best of show from manufacturers worldwide, including Triumph, BSA, Honda, Harley Davidson, Indian and Moto Guzzi.

St. Petersburg, Russia, St. Petersburg, Florida: Namesake Cities celebrates both cities' important anniversaries. St. Petersburg, Russia is commemorating the 300th anniversary of its founding by Peter the Great in 1703 and St. Petersburg, FLorida is celebrating the centennial of its incorporation as a city in 1903. The exhibit highlights the many astounding parallels and differences between the two cities and their founders through panels, exhibit cases with artifacts from both Russia and Florida and a video. For more information, call 727-894-1052.

The Center Theater Company will pay tribute to one of the country's greatest musicians of all time, Louis Armstrong by illustrating the evolution of a musical genius from the times he experienced in New Orleans to his international fame as the "King of Jazz." For more information, call 813-229-STAR or 800-955-1045.

The exhibition covers the period from the late 1960s onward. These playful sculptures took their point of departure in found objects, which were cast in bronze and later painted bright colors. The exhibition also includes studies, preparatory drawings, photographs and other materials related to the process. For more information, call 727-823-3767.

This exhibit is a companion to the Shape of Color that draws parallels between the two Surrealists and fellow Catalans. It features five works by Dali from the museum's collection from 1928, the year before Dali joined the Surrealist movement. The exhibition also includes two additional works with similar concepts from 1926-27, and drawings, as well as documentary material. For more information, call 727-823-3767.

The Dali Museum twice a year rotates the oils, drawings and objects by Dali, which offers even frequent visitors a fresh perspective on familiar works and a chance to see works that are rarely on display. For more information, call 727-823-3767.

This exhibit recognizes the important contribution the Florida Fellowship program has made to the careers of Florida artists who have gone on to national and international success. The exhibition will include the work of more than 30 artists and will provide a unique historical insight into the evolution of contemporary art in the state of Florida during the past 25 years.

Three Florida glassblowers, Susan Gott, Paul Learned and Duncan McClellan collaborate to develop exterior pieces for the Gulf Coast Museum of Art and several major works. For more information, call 727-518-6833.

For the past 25 years, the state of Florida, through the Florida Arts Council, has been awarding fellowships in the visual arts. This exhibit recognizes the important contribution the Florida Fellowship program has made to the careers of Florida artists, some who have achieved national and international success. It includes 25 artists whose work provides unique historical insight into the evolution of contemporary art in Florida. For more information, call 727-518-6833.

This exhibit, in conjunction with with the 100/300 Celebration in St. Petersburg, features 22 portrait and genre paintings from many of the 13 former USSR republics during the Soviet era. The paintings show life in Soviet Russia through the eyes of the populace. For many years, the Western world did not get a glimpse inside the USSR. The collection is filled with scenes of everyday life in the Soviet era, including political messages, landscapes, still lifes and portraits. For more information, call 727-822-3693.

The Universalist Church in Tarpon Springs will be offering George Inness paintings tour through May 31. This exhibit dates back to 1918 when a hurricane ripped through Tarpon Springs, and Inness decided to paint the wooden boards that protected the Church. For more information contact the church at 727-937-4682.

Bring the kids to this fun and exciting event located at the St. Petersburg Pier. The event takes place from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. It will feature guest "Pal" for kids ages 2-10. This event will also take place on March 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 24, and 31. For more information, call the St. Petersburg Pier at 727-821-6443.

This wide-ranging collection presents 75 of the most notable American women of the 20th century, as seen by many of the finest photographers, including Georgia O'Keeffe by Irving Penn, Eleanor Roosevelt by Clara Sipprell, Billie Holiday by Sid Grossman and Janis Joplin by Linda McCartney. For more information, call 727-822-3693.

This event will take place from March 8 through April 13. As the festival celebrates "The Last Huzzah" in Largo, it will feature all the old favorites and some new attractions. The marketplace features more than 135 shops offering unique handcrafted treasures, with some of the crafters demonstrating their time-honored skills, such as glass blowing and hair braiding. For more information contact 1-800-779-4910 or visit www.renaissancefest.com.

Set in the mountains of Connemara, County Galway, The Beauty Queen of Leenane tells the darkly comic tale of Maureen Folan, a plain and lonely woman in her early 40s, and her manipulative, aging mother, whose interference sets in motion a series of events both funny and horrific. For more information, call 813-229-STAR or 800-955-1045 outside the Tampa Bay area.

Music is the focal point of this springtime festival, the South's largest civic celebration which celebrates its 80th year. Bands from throughout the United States compete during the two weeks of competition. The Festival includes three major parades, concerts,Extreme Sports, 3 on 3, Basketball, beach volleyball and much more. All events are based at St. Petersburg's downtown parks. For more information, call 727-898-3654.

The KidsArt Festival features 25-30 activity areas with hands-on activities for elementary school aged children as well as performances by school groups. The festival will be held in North Straub Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 727-898-3654.

These 70 photographs, brought together by Carol Halsted of the Michigan Opera Theatre, capture expressive moments and bodies. The exhibition includes dance pioneers, modern greats, as well as figures from classical ballet. This exhibition is part of the St. Petersburg 300/100 Anniversary Celebration. For more information, call 727-896-2667.

The American Stage, St. Petersburg's professional theater, offers a live production of a William Shakespeare work in a beautiful outdoor setting. Celebrating its 18th season, performances run Wednesday through Sunday on the waterfront at Demens Landing in downtown. Blanket seats are $7 on Wed., Thurs., and Sunday nights and $10 on Friday and Saturday nights. Reserved chairs are $22 on all nights. For more information, call 727-823-7529.

Sunsets Summer Beach Fest is a celebration on Clearwater Beach with calypso, reggae, and island sounds. The festival goes from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday, 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday and 3:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Sunday. The three days of festivities will include artisans, crafters, street performers, music, food and beverage. The evening will close with a fireworks spectacular over the water off Clearwater Beach. The event is located at the Pier 60 on Clearwater Beach. For more information, call 727-449-1036.

The Mahaffey Theater presents On Golden Pond, starring Jack Klugman, a poignant play that is full of laughter, love and warmth. For more information, call 727-892-5767.

The touching, funny and perceptive story of a family and a couple facing the twilight of their years together. The event will take place on Fri. at 8 p.m. and Sat. at 2 and 8 p.m. For more information call 727-892-5798.

The entire community celebrates its Scottish heritage at this annual event in Highlander Park. Since 1966 competitors from throughout the United States and Canada have taken part in Scottish band contests, Highlands dancing, piping and drumming, and traditional games. For more information, call 727-298-3260.

The events include a three-on-three basketball competition (open to all age groups), The Tasco Extreme games sanctioned by the Southeastern Skateboarding Series competition. A two-day Tire Kingdom and Michelin Cruzin and Fantasy Lows Car Show and competition will be happening along sides of The Pier approach Cars will be entered in the show from all over the state. Other features include celebrity autograph signing; interactive games such as Moon Walk, Pedestal Joust, Velcro Obstacle Course, Human Gyro Wheel, Hi Ball, and Rock Climbing Wall; and lots more. For more information call 727-898-3654.

More than 150 artists and craftmakers from across the state display their works at this festival. South Straub Park is the location for this free event. For more information, call 727-898-3654.

One of the highlights of the Festival of States, the Republic Bank Festival parade runs from Vinoy Park on Bayshore Drive to Fifth Ave. S. The parade starts at 10 a.m. There is limited bleacher seating available. For more information, call 727-898-3654.

This exhibit features the pastel drawings of St. Petersburg, FL artist Herbert Davis. Trained at the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale, Mr. Davis spent many years in the commercial advertising profession. His work is held in numerous private collections, as well as the public art collection of the city of St. Petersburg. This exhibition will include more than 30 new works of art and will focus on the African American community of south St. Petersburg. For more information, call 727-518-6833.

The Sunsets Beach Fest will host an egg hunt at Pier 60. Registration begins at 2:30 p.m. and the Beach Treasure Egg Hunt begins at 3:30 p.m. For more information, call 727-461-7732.

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.

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.

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.