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The St. Petersburg 2002 Festival of States
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.
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Bay Area Renaissance Festival
Discover an enchanted realm of wizards and warriors amongst gourmet treats and unforgettable entertainment. Wander past eight lively stages and street theater featuring jugglers, magicians, fire eaters and specialty acts. The festival features live armoured contact jousting, human chess matches, minstrels, maiden faire, peasants, fools and Royalty. The Festival runs Friday - Sunday. Hours are 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. For more information call 586-5423.
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St. Pete Crawfish Festival
The festival will have live music, dancing, arts & crafts, and Cajun & Creole food. The music will include Cajun, Zydeco, and Swamp Pop rhythms. The festival is scheduled for 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Bayfront Arena. For more information, call 727-789-8100.
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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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American Stage's Shakespeare in the Park
The American Stage, St. Petersburg's professional theater, offers a live production of a William Shakespeare work in a beautiful outdoor setting. This year's performance is "Bomb-itty of Errors," a rapping, rhyming "Comedy of Errors," Shakespeare's tale of two sets of identical twins, separated as infants, who rediscover each other via a series of happy accidents and much pandemonium. Celebrating its 17th 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.
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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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Political Tradition: The Hagaddah as Commentator
Through the centuries, the Haggadah (the book read during the Passover dinner) shows glimpses of contemporary life wherever Jews have lived: art, commentary and politics are revealed in many ways. For more information, call 727-820-0100.
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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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A Day in the Warsaw Ghetto
German Army Sergeant Heinz Jost's photographs of the Warsaw Ghetto, presented to Yad Vashem only ten years ago, reveal a special empathy with those who were trapped there. For more information, call 727-820-0100.
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Joan Miro: The Shape of Color Painted Sculpture
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.
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Karaoke Friday
This event will take place in the rotunda of the first floor of the Pier. Produced by Michael Ballinger, the play list includes over 5,000 favorite tunes to sing along with. For more information, call 727-821-6443, ext. 17.
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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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ArtVillage Gallery Walk
.jpg) 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
.jpg) 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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