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Habana Esperando at the Florida International Museum
2/23/2001 - 9/4/2001 |
| The Florida International Museum, a Smithsonian affiliate, features this collection of 24 color photographs by Margaux Ravis, a television commercial producer and adventurer, portraying arresting images of modern Havana, Cuba. The verb "esperar" means both ‘to wait’ and ‘to hope’ in Spanish and Ravis has captured this striking duality with her photography. All photos are shot in panoramic format and represent the joy and the longing that she encountered in Havana. 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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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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Beyond Adornment: Beads from Around the World
4/1/2001 - 8/26/2001 |
| The Museum of Fine Arts presents this exhibition illuminating the numerous ways in which beads function in cultures throughout the world Beginning with ancient beads found in Afghanistan, this exhibition includes trading beads, beads for ritual use, for magic, for adornment, and beads that operate as money. Represented are beads from the Czech Republic, Venice, Mauritania, the Phillipines, New Guinea, the Kuba and Naga cultures in Africa, in such materials as seeds, shells, animal teeth, wood, brass, bronze, silver, faience, and blown and molded glass. The history of beads and beadmaking and their use cross the lines between art, religion, politics, fashion, and gender relationships. For more information, call 727-896-2667. |
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Location: St. Petersburg |
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Web Link: www.fine-arts.org |
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Capturing Florida Culture at the Museum of History
4/15/2001 - 9/30/2001 |
| 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. |
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Location: St. Petersburg Musuem of Art |
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Salvador Dali Museum: Exhibitions
4/28/2001 - 9/9/2001 |
| A Disarming Beauty: The Venus De Milo's in Twentieth Century Art. Exhibit exploring the ways in which Surrealist artists initiated the practice of using the Venus de Milo in their work as an iconic and thematic presence. In turn, their practice has influenced following generations that have found a variety of approaches to this icon of beauty. For more information, call 727-823-3767. |
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Location: Salvador Dali Museum |
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Web Link: www.salvadordalimuseum.org |
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Devil Rays Baseball
5/1/2001 - 10/1/2001 |
| 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) |
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Location: Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg |
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Web Link: www.devilrays.com |
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Tampa Bay During the Civil War
5/15/2001 - 10/15/2001 |
| 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. |
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Location: Dunedin |
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Gulf Coast Museum of Art: John Henry: Wandering Spirits
5/25/2001 - 8/27/2001 |
| 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. |
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Location: Gulf Coast Museum of Art |
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Web Link: www.gulfcoastmuseum.org |
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Turtle Walks . . .Clearwater
6/1/2001 - 8/30/2001 |
| The Clearwater Marine Aquarium organizes one-hour educational walks with a Marine Biologist touring the nesting beaches of Florida's Beach area. Tours begin on Saturday and Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. and conclude by 11 a.m. Cost is $6 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. All proceeds go to support onging conservation efforts of the sea turtle program at CMA. For more information, call 888-239-9414 |
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Location: Clearwater |
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Web Link: www.cmaquarium.org |
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Florida Craftsmen - Past Perfect/Present Tense Exhibition
7/6/2001 - 8/24/2001 |
| The Florida Craftsmen Summer Gallery Artists Show features all-media exhibition of new works by Florida 's finest craft artists as prior award winners in the historical, statewide Florida Craftsmen exhibitions. For more information, call 727-821-7391. |
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Location: St. Petersburg |
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Web Link: www.floridacraftsmen.net |
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Florida Craftsmen Clay Rocks
7/6/2001 - 8/24/2001 |
| Familiar clay artisits from around the state of Florida and locally are invited to participate in this summer show. For more information, call (727)821-7391. |
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Location: Florida Craftsmen |
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Web Link: www.floridacraftsmen.net |
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American Stage presents Visiting Mr. Green
7/13/2001 - 8/5/2001 |
| The American Stage presents this new comedy that chronicles the relationship between an elderly man and a young corporate executive. Ticket prices are $20 for matinees and $24-$28 for evening performances. For more information, call (727) 823-PLAY. |
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Location: American Stage |
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Web Link: www.americanstage.org |
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American Stage presents Falsettos
7/13/2001 - 8/5/2001 |
| New family values go head to head with old world traditions in the Tony Award-winning Falsettos, a pop-rock opera that traces the journey of a family preparing for their son's bar mitzvah. Provocative characters populate a child's life as he deals with his parents' divorce and his father's relationship with a man living with AIDS. For more information, call (727)823-PLAY. |
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Location: St. Petersburg |
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Safety Harbor Museum-Contemporary LongRifles & Accoutrements
8/1/2001 - 12/31/2001 |
| 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. |
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Location: Safety Harbor |
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Full Moon Concerts for Sunset Beach in Tarpon Springs...TBD
8/1/2001 - 10/30/2001 |
| 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. |
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Location: Tarpon Springs |
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Sunsets at Pier 60 5K Run
8/3/2001 |
| 5K Run begins at Pier 60 shelter and goes along the beach. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. One mile begins at 6:45 p.m. and 5K begins at 7 p.m. For more information, call (727) 736-3562. |
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Location: Pier 60 Park, Clearwater Beach |
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ArtVillage Gallery Walk...Gulfport
8/3/2001 |
| 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. |
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Location: Gulfport |
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Annual Fishathon
8/4/2001 |
| This event is for children age 12 and under allows pole fishing only. Pole, line and bait will be provided. Free admission. 9 a.m.-11a.m. on Jorgenson Lake (behind the main library.) For more information, call (727) 892-5874. |
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Location: St. Petersburg |
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Web Link: www.stpete.org |
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Extreme Sports Fest
8/9/2001 |
| This free event for teens includes BMX, Inline skating, Jousting, Climbing and more at the Bayfront Arena. |
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Location: Bayfront Arena |
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Downtown Arts Association Gallery Walk
8/11/2001 |
| 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
8/18/2001 |
| 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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Hot-As-A-Grille Race
8/24/2001 |
| This 5K event begins in Safety Harbor at 8:30 a.m. For more information, call (813) 874-7223. |
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Location: Safety Harbor |
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Web Link: www.runwestflorida.com |
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Earth Day 2000 Enviro-Fair
8/25/2001 |
| This event celebrates the environment including "putting the Pine Tree back in Pinellas" tree giveaway, entertainment, education programs and more at the Largo Central Park and Cultural Center. For more information, call 727-464-4600. |
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Location: Largo |
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