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When The Cold War Got Hot at the Florida International Museum
3/1/2001 - 3/31/2002 |
| 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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Location: St. Petersburg |
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Web Link: www.floridamuseum.org |
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U2: The Spy Plane at the Florida International Museum
3/25/2001 - 3/22/2002 |
| 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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Location: St. Petersburg |
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Web Link: www.floridamuseum.org |
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It's Our Nature Bird Watching Walk
4/1/2001 - 4/30/2002 |
| 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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Location: Dunedin |
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Web Link: www.itsournature.com |
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Native Visions, Native Voices Film Festival...Date TBD
2/1/2002 - 3/28/2002 |
| The 4th annual Discover Native America film festival at Eckerd College highlights the works of Native Americans as directors, producers, and actors. Native Visions, Native Voices is organized by Eckerd College in cooperation with the National Museum of the American Indian, Smithsonian Institution, and the American Indian Film Institute in San Francisco. The festival leads up to the Discover Native America Powwow and Festival in March. For more information, call 727-864-8297. |
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Location: St. Petersburg |
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Lightning Midwinters Regatta...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| St. Pete Yacht Club hosts sailing events in Tampa Bay. For more information, call 727- 822-3873 or Sailing Center 727-822-3113. |
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Location: St. Petersburg (Tampa Bay) |
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First Friday: Get Downtown Music Series
3/1/2002 |
| 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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Location: St. Petersburg |
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Web Link: www.firstfridayinfo.com |
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Florida Antiquarian Book Fair...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| Great prices, education and fun at the Antiquarian Book Fair. A national and international dealer will be exhibiting Americana, Floridiana, art, mysteries, children's books, cook books and more at the Coliseum. Fri: 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Sat. 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sun. Noon - 5 p.m. For more information, call 727-892-5202. |
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Location: St. Petersburg |
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Festival of States 2001 Antique Auto Show...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| The Tire Kingdom and Michelin Antique Auto Show is held in the Spa Beach Park area of downtown St. Petersburg. Hours are 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Autos from 21 different classifications will be judged in the show. For more information, call 727-898-3654. |
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Location: St. Petersburg |
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Web Link: www.festivalofstates.com |
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2002 National Multiple Sclerosis Society Walk...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| The 2002 National Mutliple Sclerosis Society Walk will be in Coachman Park and the east end of the Memorial Causeway. The walk will start at 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For more information, call 888-950-9080, ext. 29. |
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Location: Coachman Park |
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The March of Jazz...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| Celebrate jazz music at this swingin' affair featuring more than 32 hours of music. The Sheraton Sand Key Resort will host this special event on the white sands of Clearwater Beach. For more information, call 727-466-0571 or 1-800-299-1930. |
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Location: Sheraton Sand Key...Clearwater Beach |
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Web Link: www.arborsjazz.com |
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Amoco Legends of Baseball Game...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| The Major Leage Baseball Players Alumni Association will be hosting Amoco Legends of Baseball Game. Pete Rose, Vida Blue, and Goose Gossage are only a few of the alumni that are scheduled to compete in the game. The game will begin at 1 p.m. at Florida Power Park, on Al Lang Field. For more information, please contact Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association at 727-892-6744. |
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Location: St. Petersburg |
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Web Link: www.mlbpaa.org |
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Major League Baseball Spring Training
3/1/2002 - 4/1/2002 |
| 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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Location: St. Petersburg; Clearwater; Dundedin |
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Web Link: www.majorleaguebaseball.com |
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Bay Area Renaissance Festival...dates TBD
3/1/2002 - 4/30/2002 |
| 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. |
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Location: Largo |
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Web Link: www.renaissancefest.com |
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27th SPIFFS International Folk Fair...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| The Folk Fair allows visitors to travel the world in a day without leaving the country. This festival features cultural customs of more than 50 countries and nationalities. Each ethnic group sets up a village with cultural exhibits, ethnic foods and gift items. To be held at the Bay Front Center. For more information, call 727-551-3365. |
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Location: St. Petersburg |
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Web Link: www.spiffs.org |
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The St. Petersburg 2001 Festival of States...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 4/30/2002 |
| 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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Location: St. Petersburg |
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Web Link: www.festivalofstates.com |
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Science Center Family Day Festival...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| The Science Center's Annual Family Festival Day runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. General Admission is free. The festivities include clowns, exhibits, laser shows, planetarium shows, concessions, archaeological demonstrations and much more. For more information, call 727-384-0027. |
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Location: St. Petersburg |
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Tampa Bay Blues Festival...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| Vinoy Park comes to life with nationally known blues performers as well as food and beverages. For more information, call 727-824-6163 or 727-898-3654. |
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Location: St. Petersburg |
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Web Link: www.tampabaybluesfest.com |
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Festival of States 2002 KidsArt Festival...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| 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. |
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Location: St. Petersburg |
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Web Link: www.festivalofstates.com |
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Great Florida Spring Cleanup...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| Part of the Keep Pinellas Cities Beautiful program. The cleanup occurs at various locations around the area. For more information, call 727- 441-6005. |
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Location: St. Petersburg |
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Web Link: wwwkeeppinellasbeautiful.org |
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ArtVillage Gallery Walk
3/1/2002 |
| 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) 321-7741. |
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Location: Gulfport |
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Egmont Key Kayak Eco-Tour...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| Sweetwater Kayaks guides this intermediate-level sea kayak tour of historic Egmont Key. Leaving from the Gulf Pier in Fort Desoto Park, the trip features a one mile open water crossing to Egmont Key. The key is home to a bird sanctuary, lighthouse and a Spanish-American War-era fort. Some of the fort is submerged and makes a great place for snorkeling and observing underwater life. Participants may explore the deserted brickstreet of a once vibrant area or lounge on top of the fort for lunch overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Wildllife frequently seen on this trip include: dolphins, rays, egrets, sandpipers, herons, gulls, pelicans, shark, tarpon, gopher and box turtles, sheephead and stone clawed crabs. For more information or to reserve a spot, call 727-906-0708. Advance registration is required. |
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Location: Tierra Verde |
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Web Link: www.sweetwaterkayaks.com |
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Sheep to Shawl and More at Heritage Village...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| Spinners and Weavers from the Pinellas Weaver's Guild will work the wool from sheep as they are sheared, transforming the raw material into a finished garment. A traditional rug hooking exhibit will be on display all day at the museum. For more information, call (727) 582-2123 |
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Location: Largo |
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Web Link: www.co.pinellas.fl.us/BCC/heritag.htm |
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Greek Independence Day Parade...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| America's most authentic Greek community celebrates Greek Independence. This parade is held at the Sponge Docks at 1 p.m. For more information, call 727-937-3540. |
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Location: Tarpon Springs |
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Web Link: www.tarponsprings.com |
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Safety Harbor Seafood Festival...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| More than 100,000 people consume tons of fish, shrimp, crabs and other seafood specialties at one of the state's largest seafood festivals. This event, in its 9th year, features fresh seafood, 75 arts & crafts vendors who specialize in nautical themes, childrens’ activities and lots of free entertainment. This year's theme is "Island Holiday". Held at the Safety Harbor Marina the festival hours are 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, call (727) 725-1562. |
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Location: Safety Harbor |
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Pioneer Jamboree...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| The Pinellas Pioneer Settlement celebrates with country & folk music, antique engines & tractors and hay rides. The settlement is located at 3130 31st Street South. For more information, call 727-866-6401 or 727-893-7326. |
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Location: St. Petersburg |
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International Chinese Martial Arts Championship...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| The best national Chinese Martial Art Masters, instructors, competitors, and practitioners will be competing in this event. This sport will be exciting for spectators and competitors alike. This event will be held at the Bayfront Center Arena. For tickets and/or information call Nick Scrima at 727-734-8222. |
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Discover Native America Pow Wow at Eckerd College
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| More than 100 Tribes will be represented at this family festival. Discover Native America is a free event featuring members from the Seminole Tribe of Florida, Aztecs from Central America and native Americans from the Northwest Territories. In addition to traditional singing and dancing Discover Native America will feature beautiful costumes, delicious foods, storytellering, Fire Dancers and a Children’s Village. Discover Native America returns for the third year to St. Petersburg and the campus of Eckerd College. More than 20,000 visitors attended in 2000. For more information, call 727-864-8297. |
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Location: St. Petersburg |
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Baseball for Kids-Dinner and Auction...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| This dinner will be at 6:30 p.m. the Tradewinds preceeding the Swing with the Legends Golf Tournament. For more information, please contact Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association at 727-892-6744. |
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Location: St. Pete Beach |
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Web Link: www.mlbpaa.org |
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Pinellas County Fair...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| This fair is an annual showcase for the area's agricultural industry as well as a celebration with exhibits, programs, music, rides, and games. For more information, call 727-541-6941. |
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Location: Pinellas Park |
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2002 FESTIVAL of BASEBALL
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| This annual event features the "Swing with the Legends Golf Classic at Pasadena Yacht & Country Club, the "Baseball for Kids" Dinner & Auction at TradeWinds Island Resort, and the "Legends for Youth" Baseball Clinic, "Home Run Derby" and "Legends of Baseball" game all at Florida Power Park. For more information, call Chris Torgusen at 727-892-6744. |
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3rd Annual Butterfly Festival...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 4/1/2002 |
| Butterfly Festival, at Sunken Gardens. This is free with park admission. This event includes family activities including a plant sale for butterfly gardening, a petting zoo, live steel drum music, children's crafts, Birds and Bats shows and face painting.Time for this event is 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For more information, call 727-551-3100. |
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Location: Sunken Gardens |
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MarineQuest...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| The Florida Marine Research Institute in St. Petersburg hosts this open house unveiling its labs and facilities to school children, groups and visitors. Areas range from touch tanks filled with creatures from Tampa Bay, to presentations by biologists. Please note: March 8 and 9 for school groups only and March 10, for the public. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call (727) 896-8626. |
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Location: St. Petersburg |
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Web Link: www.fmri.usf.edu |
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11th Annual Much Ado About Art Auction
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| This event is the area's only live auction benefiting both the visual and perfoming arts, with proceedings going to both the participating artists and American Stage Shakespeare In The Park. The auction features fine artworks of all types by some of the Southeast's most celebrated visual artists. Admission is Free with a suggested donation of $5. The event inlcudes complimentary hors d' oeuvres provided by the Salt Rock Grill. For more information, call 727-823-1600, Ext. 203. |
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Location: Saltcreek Artworks |
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Gasparilla Gymnastics Classic...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| The world's largest gymnastics meet opens its 14th year of this USAG Sanctioned and AAU Sanctioned Competition. Held at Tropicana Field in downtown St. Petersburg, the meet features several Olympic hopefuls and former medal winners participating and coaching. For more information, call 813-558-0035. |
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Location: St. Petersburg |
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Web Link: www.expage.com/page/gasparillaclassic |
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Highland Games Military Tattoo...DATE TBD
3/1/2002 - 3/31/2002 |
| The 37th Annual Dunedin Highland Games begin with the Military Tattoo featuring several area and national pipe bands. The Tattoo is performed at Dunedin High School stadium. For more information, call 727-733-3197. |
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Location: Dunedin |
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Web Link: www.ci.dunedin.fl.us |
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The Century on Central
3/2/2002 |
| 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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Downtown Arts Association Gallery Walk
3/9/2002 |
| The Downtown Arts Association holds an evening art gallery walk the second Saturday of every month. More than 20 art galleries along Central Avenue and Beach Drive in St. Petersburg participate in the evening stroll and stay open until 9 p.m. For more information, call (727) 894-2111 or (727) 822-2787. |
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Location: Central Ave. and Beach Dr., St. Petersburg |
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Art Village Saturday Stroll...Gulfport
3/16/2002 |
| 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 727-321-7741. |
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Location: Gulfport, Beach Blvd. |
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3rd Annual Downtown Clearwater Art Festival...DATE TBD
3/31/2002 - 4/1/2002 |
| More than 200 seasoned artists from all across the country will display a wide range of mediums, including paintings, sculptures, hand-made jewelry, photography, art deco, stained glass and more. The festival will be held Saturday and Sunday on Cleveland Street. For more information, call 813-962-0388. |
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Location: Clearwater |
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Web Link: www.ArtFestival.com |
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