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Wednesday, September 12, 2001
Tampa Bay Golf Classic PGA Event

Top golfers from around the world engage in exciting action at Westin Innisbrook Resort. This PGA tour event returns for its second year on Innisbrook's famous Copperhead course. For more information call (727) 942-2000.

Dates: 9/12/2001 - 9/16/2001
This is an Annual Event


Concert on the Water...DATE TBD

The Sun State Opera Society and Children's Chorus for Kids perform from platforms floating on Lake Tarpon at the Four Points Sheraton. The Opera Society features a light repertoire of arias while the Chorus will follow with dance music from the 60's and 70's. Bring a picnic. For more information call 727-942-5628.

Dates: 9/1/2001 - 9/30/2001 Map this Location
Location: Sunset Beach
This is an Annual Event


Tarpon Springs Triathlon...Tarpon Springs

The City of Tarpon Springs presents this annual triathlon at Fred Howard Park. Registration is $30 for the 1/4-mile swim in the Gulf of Mexico, 10.5-mile race along Whitcomb bayou and three-mile run. For more information, call 727-937-0772.

Dates: 9/1/2001 - 9/30/2001 Map this Location
Location: Tarpon Springs
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5th Annual Taste of Palm Harbor....TBD

The Palm Harbor Junior Women's Club will present its 5th annual Taste of Palm Harbor on Florida Avenue just east of Alt. U.S. 19. There will be more than 25 area restaurants participating in the event. There will also be Arts and Crafts for people to stroll through.

Dates: 9/1/2001 - 9/30/2001 Map this Location
Location: Palm Harbor
This is an Annual Event


Capturing Florida Culture at the Museum of History

The St. Petersburg Museum of History presents "Capturing Florida Culture-From Collectibles to Kitsch" an exploration of the whimisical and colorful souvenirs that depict Florida, the land of the pink flamingos, bathing beauties, palm trees, coconuts, and beaches. Visitors wil experience a nostalgic walk through time, as they view a wide range of artifacts. For more information, call 727-894-1052.

Dates: 4/15/2001 - 9/30/2001 Map this Location
Location: St. Petersburg Musuem of Art


Devil Rays Baseball

Major League Baseball's Tampa Bay Devil Rays battle teams like the New York Yankees, Boston Red Sox and Baltimore Orioles at Tropicana Field. Tickets available for as low as $3. For more information, call 1-888-FAN-RAYS (326-7297)

Dates: 5/1/2001 - 10/1/2001 Map this Location
Location: Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg
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This is an Annual Event


Full Moon Concerts for Sunset Beach in Tarpon Springs...TBD

The concerts will be held during the full moon to provide the greatest amount of light on the beach. Dates and times will be announced. This is being hosted by the Tarpon Springs Recreation and Cultural Affairs departments.

Dates: 8/1/2001 - 10/30/2001 Map this Location
Location: Tarpon Springs


Tampa Bay During the Civil War

The Dunedin History Museum presents this exhibit featuring artifacts from the Civil War. Despite having no incorporated cities during the War, the area had plenty of action. This exhibit highlights some of the raids and blockades that occured during the War. For more information, call 727-736-1176.

Dates: 5/15/2001 - 11/3/2001 Map this Location
Location: Dunedin


The Norman Rockwell Collection at Florida International Museum

The works of one of most well-known American illustrators, Norman Rockwell, will be on display in the photograph gallery of the museum with a collection of 78 prints depicting various apects of American life with an emphasis on family during the 1950's and 1960's. For more information, call 1-800-777-9882.

Dates: 7/13/2001 - 11/9/2001 Map this Location
Location: Florida International Museum
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Safety Harbor Museum-Contemporary LongRifles & Accoutrements

The Safety Harbor Museum of Regional History presents an Exhibit: Contemporary LongRifles and Accoutrements. Featuring Rifles by Fred Riley of Tampa. For more information, call 727-726-1668.

Dates: 8/1/2001 - 12/31/2001 Map this Location
Location: Safety Harbor


Gulf Coast Museum of Art: John Henry: Wandering Spirits

The opening reception for the exhibition is May 25, 2001 at 7 p.m. Internationally renowned sculpture John Henry will exhibit a new monumental sculpture installation in the Courtyard Sculpture Garden. Wandering Spirits will stand as the sole piece in the exhibition. For more information, call 727-518-6833.

Dates: 5/25/2001 - 1/25/2002 Map this Location
Location: Gulf Coast Museum of Art
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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.

Dates: 9/8/2001 - 3/10/2002 Map this Location
Location: Florida Holocaust Museum
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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.

Dates: 3/25/2001 - 3/22/2002 Map this Location
Location: St. Petersburg
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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.

Dates: 7/1/2001 - 7/31/2002 Map this Location
Location: Dunedin
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This is an Annual Event


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.

Dates: 7/1/2001 - 7/31/2002 Map this Location
Location: St. Petersburg
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ArtVillage Gallery Walk...Gulfport

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. Most shops serve free treats and refreshments. For more information, call 727-321-0830.

Dates: 8/18/2001 - 12/31/2003
Location: Gulfport
This is an Annual Event


Art Village Saturday Stroll...test

Visit the many wonderful shops that feature original paintings, hand thrown 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.

Dates: 8/18/2001 - 12/31/2003
Location: Gulfport...South of 28th Ave. on Beach Blvd.
This is an Annual Event


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