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St. Petersburg 300/100 Anniversary Celebration Exhibit
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.
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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 in St. Petersburg. Spring Training starts in March. Tickets are available for as low as $4. For more information, call 1-888-FAN-RAYS (326-7297) or 727-825-3250.
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Barbara Sorensen: Monumental Ceramics
Barbara Sorensen is a ceramic sculptor whose interest in geological formations is reflected in her small, vessel referenced works, for which she was originally known. Several of Sorenson's new large-scale clay sculptures will be on display at the Gulf Coast Museum of Art. For more information, call 727-518-6833.
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Famous Women on Quilts: Patterns of Power
A series of quilts, designed by nationally known artist Rebekka Seigel, honors twelve inspiring women of the 20th century. Honorees include Ella Fitzgerald, Babe Didrikson, Martha Graham, Lucille Ball and Barbara Jordan. For more information, call 727-822-3693.
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Maze of Illusions and Puzzles
This exhibit offers the experience of optical illusions, depth and distance, contrast, perspective, mirrored effects and prisms. A large-scale interactive exhibit, Maze is designed for children of all ages. For more information, call 727-822-3693.
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Busytown at MOSI
The Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) presents a bi-lingual interactive science exhibit based on the Busy World of Richard Scarry books and animated television series. Kids can count, sort, weigh, build and play the part of a factory worker, crane operator and construction worker. For more information, call 813-987-6100.
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Outside Our Front Door Summer Camp
Great Explorations will host a summer camp at the St. Petersburg campus of the University of South Florida. Programs are available for children 5 to 12 years old, daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Extended care is available. For more information, call 727-821-8992.
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CAMP A - MAZE - MENT
In conjunction with the MAZES exhibit at the Florida International Museum, Camp a -maze -ment will offer summer campers a chance to take part in an extraordinary science exhibit - the Maze of Illusions and Puzzles - and hands-on activities that teach that what you get isn't always what you see! For more information, call 727-822-3693.
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2003 Camp Create
Camp Create, The Arts Center's Summer Art Camp program for kids, offers a different hands-on learning experience for any student in a variety of media. Kids learn about art, artists, the creative process and ideas influencing how we see the world. For more information, call 727-822-7872.
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A Wealth of Women
This invitational all-craft media exhibition features well-know female Florida artists who work with the human form or condition, often reflecting issues women face in today's world. For more information, call 727-821-7391.
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Clearwater Celebrates America
This event is held on the weekend closest to July 4th. The city of Clearwater celebrates the July 4th weekend with a "Taste of America" food expo and concerts in Coachman Park. Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. on the 4th of July. For more information, call 727-562-4813.
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Freedom Fest
The Florida Aquarium celebrates the Fourth of July holiday with Freedom Fest outside the Aquarium and along Channelside Drive. This event features music, strolling entertainment, food vendors, stilt walkers, jugglers, barber shop quartet, face painting, family entertainment, hands-on exhibits, marine exhibits and a fireworks display. For more information, call 813-273-4030.
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4th of July Celebration St. Petersburg
The City celebrates the Fourth with a day-long gala of exhibits, entertainment, food and a giant fireworks display over the waterfront. For more information, call 727-893-7494.
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Kiwanis Midnight Run
This annual event is the only midnight race in the Tampa Bay area. Held every year on July 4th, one minute after midnight, the Run includes a 5K and 10K and begins at 12:01 a.m. on the Dunedin Causeway. For more information, call 727-733-8442.
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Gulfport's 4th of July Celebration
Festivities begin at 10 a.m and the day includes a sandcastle contest, games, live music, a children's pageant, a parade and of course, fireworks beginning at 9 p.m. Activities are located on Shore and Beach boulevards as well as Gulfport Beach. For more information, call 727-893-1070.
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Dunedin's July 4th Celebration
Dunedin celebrates Independence Day at Edgewater Park with live entertainment, arts & crafts vendors, children's activities including pony rides, a petting zoo and a moonwalk. Food vendors will also be stationed around the park. For more information, call 727-298-3260.
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4th of July at the Pier
The Pier will have all day activities to celebrate Independence Day, including live music in the courtyard, entertainment, childrens' activities and prize drawings. Fireworks will begin at 8:30 p.m. For more information, call 727-821-6443.
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Dunedin Blue Jays Summer Baseball Camp
This three-day camp features professional instruction in all phases of baseball by Dunedin Blue Jays players and coaches. Children ages 6 - 16 are welcome. Sessions run from 9 a.m. to noon each day and campers will receive a ballpark lunch at the conclusion of each camp session. For registration forms and more information, call 727-733-9302.
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Footloose
Dancing and youth abound in the high-energy musical about a town in mid-America that resisted dance and the youth who sought to change their minds. Presented by Eight O'Clock Theatre. For more information, call 727-587-6793.
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Arts Center Annual Members Show
The Arts Center in downtown St. Petersburg features this exhibit of works by Arts Center members. It features art in various media and themes. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. For more information, call 727-822-7872.
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American Stage: Mere Mortals and Other Plays
Mere Mortals is a compilation of six short plays that are funny, fresh and thought provoking. The plays range from the story of a man who goes in search of his personal nirvana, to a chance meeting between a couple that turns into a sure thing. For more information, call 727-823-7529.
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Studioworks 2003
The annual juried Studioworks> exhibition presents the work of the Museum's instructors and
students. The exhibition is designed to demonstrate the strength of the Museum's teaching program. All media, including painting, mixed media, photography and ceramics, will be included in the exibition. For more information, call 727-518-6833.
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Pinellas County High School Survey
The art departments of Pinellas County's private and public high schools are invited to select works to be submitted for inclusion in this professionally jurored county-wide exhibit. The exhibition is designed to demonstrate the high caliber artwork being created by high school students in Pinellas County and to recognize the important role of art education in the school system. For more information, call 727-518-6833.
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Gulf Coast Museum of Art's Camp Create
The Gulf Coast Museum of Art hosts summer camp for young artists between the ages of 6 and 13. Classes meet Monday through Friday during this two-week session. Tuition per class is $100 for museum members and $115 for non-members. Lab fees are additional. For more information, call 727-518-6833, x203.
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14th Annual Sun Surf Sand Soccer Tournament
The tournament takes place on Clearwater Beach south of Pier 60. 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. For more information, call 941-383-7617.
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5th Annual Gavel & Grapes Festival
Tarpon Avenue between Ring and Pinellas Avenues in Tarpon Springs is the location for this event, which is a mix of auctions, food and drink and live jazz music. Events begins at 9 a.m. and ends at 5 p.m. For more information, call 727-937-6109.
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Civil War Re-enactment
Heritage Village hosts this living history event in its 20th year as Union and Confederate troops battle. The event includes artillery demonstrations, infantry drills and the big battle. Period crafts and other items will be for sale at the event. Admission and parking are free. The USS Ottawa and the 79th New York Highlanders reenacting groups will perform from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Artillery demonstrations and infantry drills will be held on the hour. Other activities include the Officers Call, a court martial, and the Grand March. Food will be available for purchase. Bring comfortable seating or ground cover for the battle. For more information, call 727-582-2123.
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Portraits from the Golden Age of Jazz
This exhibition features 71 historic photographs of great jazz artists from the 1930s and 1940s by columnist and editor William Gottlieb, one of the most honored jazz photographers of the era. The intimate, personal photographs capture the soundtrack of the times. Portraits include those of Frank Sinatra, Duke Ellington, Dizzy Gillespie, Benny Goodman, Louis Armstrong, Billie Holiday and many other famous names in jazz. For more information, call 727-822-3693.
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American Stage: The Floridians
American Stage and the LiveArts Peninsula Foundation present the New Visions Series for 2003, entitled The Floridians. This series of readings of six short plays and six new folk songs features famous Floridians such as Harriett Beecher Stowe and Harry T. Moore and lesser-known heroes like St. Petersburg’s The Vegetable Man and trained monkey Johnny Brown. They will be brought to life through the thoughts, words and songs of artists including Bill Leavengood, Bob Devin Jones, Lila Donnolo, Michael Updegraff, Larry Parr, Doug Cooney and Lee Ahlin. For more information, call 727-823-1600.
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Florida Pioneer Summer Program
Children ages 5-11 will discover what it was like to live in Pinellas County 150 years ago. Living history interpreters will lead children in the crafts and activities of Florida pioneers, including soap making; butter churning; working in a pioneer garden; carding, spinning, dyeing and weaving wool; carving wood; catching and cooking fish, and much more! Music and storytelling will round out this unique living history experience. Hours for the pioneer summer program are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. For the convenience of working parents, extended hours are provided from 7-9 a.m. and from 4-6 p.m. at no extra charge. Program fee is $100; students provide lunch and snacks. For more information or to register, call 727-582-2426.
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Tropical Fruit Fest
This tropical summer fling features rare and exotic fruit from around the world. Presentations, demonstrations and free fruit samples will entice you to cultivate your own tropical fruit garden. The festival is from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Saturday and 12- 4 p.m. on Sunday. This event is free with paid daily admission, $7 adults, $5 seniors, $3 children. For more information, call 727-551-3100.
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Hot Jazz/Cool Drinks
Celebrating the opening of the exhibit PORTRAITS FROM THE GOLDEN AGE OF JAZZ, this event will include a wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres and live jazz from 6 to 10 p.m. Event benefits the Florida International Museum. For tickets and more information, call 727-822-3693.
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Annual Fishathon
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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Hurricane Expo
Learn how to prepare you and your family in the event of a hurricane. The expo will feature a theatre presentation, GIS evacuation zone look ups, vendor and nonprofit fair. For more information, call 727-464-5197.
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Southern Region Little League Baseball
The City of Gulfport hosts this annual Little League World Series for the southern region. Games begin Sunday with opening ceremonies at 1 p.m. Come watch your Florida team as they compete against teams from the South. This is where the road to the Little League World Series begins. For more information, call 727-344-2661.
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Sunsets at Pier 60 5K Run
The 5K Run begins at Pier 60 shelter and goes along the beach. They also feature a 1-mile fun run that begins at 6:45 p.m. The 5K begins at 7 p.m. For more information, call 727-736-3562.
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Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band
Ringo Starr, the famous beatle drummer, gets a little help from his friends John Waite, Paul Carrack, Colin Hay, percussionist Sheila E and saxophonist Mark Rivera. Concert begins at 8 p.m. For more information, call 727-791-7355.
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Happy Birthday to the Pier
The St. Petersburg Pier celebrates 30 years of the inverted pyramid design with special offerings from Pier merchants, activities and music. Saturday afternoon Family Fun, from 1 -4 p.m., features the Fritzy Bros, One Man Circus, Tropical Tom and Face Painting by Heather. Live music will be at Cha Cha Coconuts Restaurant from 8 - 12 p.m. For more information, call 727-821-6443.
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Warhoop Sprint
In its 25th year, the Warhoop Sprint is the oldest cross country race in Florida's Beach -- the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area. The event includes a one-mile children's run and face painting for all warriors and princesses. The 5-kilometer run covers paved roads and paths. Registration is $10 for the 5k and includes a t-shirt. The 1 mile fun run is free. For more information, call 727-535-9658.
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Florida Craftsmen's 50th Anniversary Exhibition
This statewide competitive exhibition celebrates Florida Craftsmen's 50th anniversary. The exhibit offers a survey of Florida's fine craft artists. For more information, call 727-821-7391.
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Palm Harbor Golf Tournament
The Palm Harbor Chamber hosts the golf tournament to help promote businesses in the area. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m. Shotgun start at 1 p.m. Dinner, an awards presentation and gifts will follow. For more information, call 727-784-4287.
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Tapestry X 4: The Tapestry Artists of Sarasota
Lynn Mayne, Pat Looper, Becky Stevens and Terri Stewart present 35 handmade tapestry weavings, which are contemporary in nature, yet steeped in tradition. For more information, call 727-821-7391.
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Florida Focus: Miami Hot
This exhibit focuses on the vibrant Miami art scene. In addition to recognizing the important Latin influence in the Miami area, the exhibit will also examine Miami as an international crossroads and the impact that phenomenon has had on the diversity of art being produced in the greater Miami community. For more information, call 727-518-6833.
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Robert Giordano: New Work
This exhibit showcases aluminum spherical sculptures by artists Robert Giordano. All works are showcased in the courtyard sculpture garden. For more information, call 727-518-6833.
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Florida Coastal Cleanup
The Center for Marine Conservation sponsors the 16th annual Florida Coastal Cleanup. Volunteers are needed to remove as much of the marine debris from beaches, shorelines, bayous and waterways as possible so that fewer turtles die from ingesting plastics, fewer birds become tangled in fishing line, and less small marine life are destroyed by consuming styrofoam particles and cigarette butts. For more information, call 727-533-0402 or 800-CMC-FLOR (Florida only.)
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Race For The Cure
Sponsored by the Susan G. Komen Foundation, this 5k run/walk and 1 mile fun run/walk winds through North Shore, Bayshore and Beach Drives in St. Petersburg. The race starts at 8 a.m. in Straub Park. Proceeds to benefit breast cancer screening, education, research and treatment. For more information, call 727-893-7039.
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Annual Florida Coastal Cleanup
Join The Pier Aquarium, The Ocean Conservancy, and Keep Pinellas Cities Beautiful in the Annual Florida Coastal Cleanup! Volunteers get free gloves, bag, data, sheets, water and T-shirt giveaways. Located at Spa Beach and The Education Station from 8:30 a.m.- 10:30 a.m. For more information call 727-895-7437.
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Annual Taste of Clearwater
More than 40 area restaurants provide tasty treats at the 13th annual Taste of Clearwater. Harborview Center hosts the event which includes music and more. Hours are 5-8 p.m. For more information, call 727-461-0011.
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Dunedin 24th Annual Golf Tournament
The Greater Dunedin Chamber of Commerce hosts this golf tournament for amateurs only. Contests and prizes are all part of the fun. For more information, call 727-733-3197.
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Crime Prevention Run & Festival In The Park
The Pinellas County Urban League hosts this 3.5 mile run and festival with food and entertainment in Campbell Park. Free admission. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. For more information, call 727-327-2081.
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Dunedin Wines the Blues
This popular annual event takes place along the Main Street downtown area of Dunedin with plenty of live blues music, food, wine and entertainment. The event runs from 5:30 p.m to 11 p.m and is free. For more information, call 727-733-5886.
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Columbia Restaurant 1905 Day
Located at the Pier in St. Petersburg and on Sand Key in Clearwater, the Columbia Restaurant celebrates when the first restaurant opened, featuring famous Spanish cuisine and selected menu items rolled back to 1905 prices. For more information, call 727-822-8000.
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Great Explorations Haunted House
This kid-friendly event is hosted by the hands-on museum in downtown St. Petersburg. The exhibit include ghostly sights and surprises throughout the month. For more information, call 727-821-8992.
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Annual H&R; Train Show
This long standing annual show features a free model train demonstration with a train layout competition for all gauges of model railroading. Friday and Saturday, hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, call 727-526-4682.
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The 7th Annual Make A Difference Fishing Tournament
This tournament for children with disabilities is always held the first Saturday in October. Fishing will be done on Clearwater's Pier 60. To register, call the Clearwater Municipal Marina at 727-462-6954 between 8 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. M-F. For more information, call 727-462-6954 or 727-789-5399.
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Halloween at the Florida Botanical Gardens
The second annual Halloween celebration will be held from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on the main plaza. There will be a scarecrow contest and free drawings for gifts from the FBG gift shop are held during the day. Refreshments are available. For more information, call (727) 582-2100.
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7th Annual Taste of Palm Harbor
The Palm Harbor Junior Women's Club will present its 7th annual Taste of Palm Harbor from 10 AM to 5 PM 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. For more information, call 787-8903.
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Florida Birding and Nature Festival
 The Fourth Annual Festival & Nature Expo features the best of Florida birding with 25 field trips throughout the region, internationally known bird and wildlife experts and an exciting Nature Expo. The Festival offers a conservation mission with proceeds going to the management of Shell Key Preserve, one of Florida's most important areas for shorebirds. For more information, call 727-464-7200.
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Oktoberfest
Dunedin hosts this traditional annual event featuring Dunedin's own microbrew. For more information, call 727-298-3260.
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Culture by the Bay
This annual community show and sale features handmade gifts, crafts and original artwork. There will also be authors and speakers. The event is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is free. For more information, call 727-893-7124.
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Clearwater Jazz Holiday
In its 24th year, the annual Jazz Holiday brings together all veins of jazz music together in 4 days of free entertainment at Coachman Park in downtown Clearwater. From bebop to blues, from big band to the compositions of Frank Zappa, there is something for everyone. For more information, call 727-461-5200.
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Frenchy's Stone Crab Claw Festival
Frenchy’s annual Stone Crab Weekend is a popular area and this year marks the 22nd anniversary of Frenchy’s Café! The event will also feature two tents complete with live music. Frenchy's also has KALIC beer, sent over from the Bahamas for the event. For more information, call 727-446-1522.
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Annual Autumn Harvest
This autumn harvest will be held at the Pinellas Pioneer Settlement at Boyd Hill Nature Park. There will be an old time farmers market and plenty of events and activities for adults and children. For more information, call 727-893-7326.
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Spice of Life Festival
Cooking demonstrations and roasting stations in the garden will offer free samples of freshly roasted hot peppers. Vendors will offer samples and products for sale, including hot sauces, salsas and jerk seasonings. Cripple Creek Growers, the largest grower of hot peppers in the southeastern U.S, will have over 80 varieties of sweet, hot and pungent peppers to sample; Jene's Tropicals will sell a variety of spice trees and The Misting Shed will offer a variety of common and unusual herbs for sale. Calypso music will be featured in the garden as well as educational programs on using spices and herbs. For more information, call 727-551-3100.
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Egmont Key Kayak Eco-Tour
Sweetwater Kayaks guides this intermediate-level sea kayak tour of historic Egmont Key. Leaving from the Gulf Pier in Fort De Soto 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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Celebrate Oldsmar Festival
The eighth annual Celebrate Oldsmar festival will be at R.E. Olds Park on Shore Drive. The biggest event the city organizes includes live music, food (most for just a $1) and games at the 15-acre waterfront park. Activities for kids includes a petting zoo and pony rides. The highlight of the free event, a 20-minute fireworks show, will begin at 9 p.m. For more information, call 813-855-4233.
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FantaSea 2003 Nauti Night Masquarade Ball
The Florida Aquarium hosts this Halloween extravaganza that will use proceeds to benefit the Aquarium's Veterinary program. This halloween party for adults will offer a night of fun with food displays by caterers and restaurants from all over Tampa Bay, live entertainment, two dance floors, costume contest, games, prizes, open bar and open cigar bar. For more information, call 813-273-4568.
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Top o' the Bay Oktoberfest
This weekend festival features German music, food, beer and wine, along with full midway, carnival, art/crafters, American food and business vendors. Come enjoy the interactive games and activities such as log sawing, keg hurling, stein holding and the annual Waitress Races. For more information, call 813-855-4233.
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10th Annual Florida Orchestra in the Park
Free concert and fireworks in Vinoy Park on Beach Drive. There will also be a canned food drive for Tampa Bay Harvest. The show begins at 7 p.m. For more information, call 1-800-662-7286.
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31st Annual Circus McGurkis
Held every year on the last Saturday in October, this year's event is the 31st Annual Outdoor Peoples Fair with arts, music and games and is a celebration of peace, freedom, justice and creativity. Located at Lakeview Park on Lake Maggiore, 20th St. & 26th Ave. S., St. Petersburg, the event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 727-327-6726 or 727- 896-0310.
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Trek for the Coast
 This 5K event runs along the coast of Fred Howard Park in Tarpon Springs. The race begins at 7:30 a.m. Proceeds from the race benefit the Clean Beaches Council and the Blue Wave Program. Blue Wave is the nation's first environmental beach management program. For more information, call 727-464-7200.
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Weedon Island Power Paddle Canoe & Kayak
This canoe and kayak race through parts of Tampa Bay is sponsored by Tampa BayWatch. Weedon Island, a 1,500-acre nature preserve near St. Petersburg, features a 45-foot observation tower, a 4-mile canoe trail, a 9-mile hiking trail and other nature experiences. For more information about the event, call 727-867-8166.
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Annual Country Jubilee Festival
The Pinellas County Historical Society presents this jubilee with more than 125 craftspeople displaying and selling their homemade goods. The event features pioneer and Victorian craft demonstrations, live entertainment, a petting zoo, historic house tours and food. The jubilee runs 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. For more information, call 727-582-2123.
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Fall Antiques Fair
Dunedin's Main Street downtown area is known for it's unique shopping district and will also feature a number of vendors selling their antique wares with food vendors and entertainment at the fair. For more information, call 727-298-3260.
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Spirits of the Pioneers: 4th Annual Cycadia Cemetery Tour
The Tarpon Springs Historical Society conducts guided tours of this historic cemetery with re-enactments of selected early residents. Portrayals of these historic figures give visitors an unusual overview of the area’s history. There is no charge for the tour, which runs 10 a.m. to noon. For more information, call 727-943-4624.
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Fall Grouper Fest & Art Show
This festival will feature food, children's activities, entertainment, a display about the heritage of the fishing industry in Madeira Beach and an art show. This event was formerly known as the John's Pass Village Seafood Festival. For more information, call 727-394-0756.
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Chrysler Championship Golf Tournament
The inaugural PGA Chrysler Championship with a purse of $4.8 million will be held on the Copperhead Course at the Westin Innisbrook Resort. The event will feature some of the top names in professional golf one week before the PGA tour championship. Proceeds from all ticket sales will go to area charities. For more information, call 727-942-5566.
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Starlight Express
London's original creative team brings this production of Starlight Express to the Tampa Bay area. This Broadway musical features two hours of speed, spectacle, excitement and energy. It is a story of hope and love, filled with thrills, stunts and roller-racing action. For more information, call 813-229-7827.
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Gulfport Casino Ballroom Halloween Costume Ball
Put on your best costume and get ready to swing with all sorts of exciting characters. Special Halloween music, a dancing costume parade, and other spooky treats round out the evening. There will be door prizes and prizes for the Best Costumes. The Halloween Costume Ball lasts from 8:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Admission is $6. For more information, call 727-893-1070.
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Ghost in the Garden
Come enjoy a naturally scary evening with a creepy crawly show, storytelling, a great pumpkin patch and treats for the little goblins. For more information, call 727-551-3100.
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Gulfport Costume Party
Put on your best costume and listen to special Halloween music, while enjoying special Halloween treats. For more information, call 727-893-1070.
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Arts Alive! Museum Week
This is the ideal time to rediscover St. Petersburg's vibrant arts community with discounts on museum admissions, theater performances and dining, more than 25 special events, holiday gallery tours, kids events and spellbinding exhibitions and performances. "Art Stops" include Florida Craftsmen Gallery, The Arts Center of St. Petersburg, more than 25 galleries and downtown museums -- The Florida Holocaust Museum, Florida International Museum, Great Explorations, Museum of Fine Arts, Peir Aquarium, Salvador Dali Museum and the St. Petersburg Museum of History. All of the cultural sites are connected by a ride on the Looper, St. Petersburg's pink open-air downtown trolley. For more information, call 727-893-7171.
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Annual Art Arbor Nature Festival
In its 24th year, this festival offers art, crafts and food. Held at the Boyd Hill Nature Park, it also has exhibits and children's activities. Hours both days 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 727-893-7326.
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Art Harvest 2003
This is one of the most celebrated art shows in the area where more than 200 artists from around the country display their watercolors, mixed media, graphics, metal, fiber, oils/acrylics, sculpture, woodworks, ceramics and photography. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is free, but parking at the show site costs $3 per car. Younger art lovers can find interesting treasures in the Children's Tent and at a special show inside the Dunedin Fine Art Center. For more information, call 727-298-3286.
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Times Festival of Reading
The St. Petersburg Times hosts this annual event that features book talks, national and regional authors, book appraisals, music and poet performances and children's storyland. The event is free, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 727-445-4142.
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Sail Expo St. Petersburg
 The Southeast's largest all sail boat show featuring a wide range of sailboats, equipment and related gear comes to downtown St. Petersburg. The show will run from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. everyday. A free introductory sailing experience is available at the show. For more information, call 800-817-SAIL.
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13th Annual Loadmaster Trailers Suncoast Kingfish Classic Tournament
The event is sanctioned by the Southern Kingfish Association and will benefit the Tarpon Springs Rotary Club. For more information and entry Treasure Island Charities at 727-363-0071.
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Florida Craftsmen: Season of Giving Exhibition & Sale
This exhibit highlights Florida Craftsmen members' work and gives craft art lovers an opportunity to view and purchase a variety of works from more than 250 of the state's best craftspeople. One-of-a-kind artwork is available in a wide range of mediums. For more information, call 727-821-7391.
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Annual Veteran's Day Boat Parade
The Madeira Beach American Legion Post #273 and the Madeira Beach Elks Lodge #1912 will host the 6th Annual Veteran’s Day Boat Parade. More than 100 boats are expected to participate in the flotilla. The marshalling of boats will begin at 10:30 a.m. at Elks Lagoon, one mile south of Madeira Beach Causeway, and will proceed through the Intracoastal Waterway. Good spots for viewing the parade include John's Pass, American Legion Post 273 in Madeira Beach, Elks Lodge 1912 in Madeira Beach and the channel between Isle of Palms and Isle of Capri in Treasure Island. For more information, contact Captain Warren Shepard, at [email protected].
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Christmas Under the Oaks
This annual holiday crafts fair sponsored by the Clearwater Junior League Womens Club, will be held in historic Coachman Park in Clearwater from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $1. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. For more information, call 727-562-4813.
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3rd Annual Tarpon Springs Antique Car Show
This antique car show will feature classic Corvettes and collectable cars. The show lasts from noon to 4 p.m. For more information, call 727-937-6109.
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Art in Style
The Fine Arts Society's 40th annual luncheon, fashion show and holiday boutique will be held at the Biltmore Resort and Spa in Clearwater. Gift items for the whole family-even the family dog-will be available. The boutique opens at 10 a.m., followed by the fashion show and luncheon. Proceeds will benefit the Gulf Coast Museum of Art. For more information, call 727-581-6276.
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Celebrations: 2003 Holiday Show
Immerse yourself in the spirit of the season at the Arts Center annual Holiday Show. See specially created works by many artists. Glass ornaments and photographs will also be on display. Limited edition hand-printed holiday cards custom-made for the Arts Center will debut during the holiday show. For more information, call 727-822-7872.
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Ribfest
National recording artists and world-famous barbecue are featured at Vinoy Park. Ribfest is the site for some of the finest barbecue chefs in the country to showcase their special eating delights. The event features a barbecue contest, music and more. For more information, call 727-528-3828.
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Chuck Lamar's Mercury Grand Slam Celebrity Fishing Tournament
Anglers and celebrities will pair up in a pro-am catch, photograph and release fishing tournament on Tampa Bay. A field of 50 boats is expected to participate in the two-day tournament, departing each morning from the Vinoy Yacht Basin. Each boat will carry one team consisting of two anglers who fish, with along with a sports or entertainment celebrity and professional fishing guide. Proceeds from the tournament will benefit the Pediatric Cancer Foundation. Other events include a Kid's Fishing Derby, the Fisherman's Ball, a cocktail reception and an awards banquet. For more information, call 727-521-0270.
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Downtown Dunedin Craft Festival
Held outdoors on Main Street in downtown Dunedin, this beautiful area is a perfect setting for a perfect show. The show will feature more than 100 crafters in a variety of mediums. For more information, call 727-298-3198.
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Dunedin's Arts & Crafts Festival
A variety of vendors will line the Main Street downtown area of Dunedin during the festival with food and live entertainment. For more information, call 727-298-3260.
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Annual Pinellas Recycles Day
The event celebrates the innovative and creative ways that individuals and businesses reuse or recycle objects to turn them into useful household items or works of art. Exhibitors will also be showing and selling items to make your home more environmentally friendly. Admission is FREE. For more information, call Pinellas County Utilities at 727-464-7565.
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Chi Chi's Kids Classic Golf Tournament
The Chi Chi Rodriguez Foundation sponsors a program for underprivileged kids that is based on love and respect, one that builds confidence, instills discipline and provides positive educational experiences. The Golf Tournament raises funds to help the foundation continue its mission. For more information, call 727-726-4673.
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Annual Spaghetti Dinner
The James Weldon Johnson Branch Library celebrates its annual spaghetti dinner for families accompanied by children. Dinner seating will begin at 5 p.m. The mayor will read a story and the library staff will present a puppet show. Children attending the dinner and program will receive one free book. For more information and to make reservations, call 727-893-7113.
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Festival of Trees
The Harborview Center is host to the 17th Annual Festival of Trees. For more information, call 727-446-2858. [email protected]
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St. Petersburg Boat Show
The 26th Annual St. Petersburg Boat Show is making waves for boaters and anglers of all ages. With more than 700 boats, on land and in-water, the St. Petersburg's Boat Show is the largest in-water boat show on Florida's Gulf Coast. Accessorize you new boat with the latest electronics and gadgetry. For more information, call 954-764-7642.
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The Suncoast Dixieland Jazz Classic
This event in its 13th year features live music from nationally prominent bands focusing on traditional jazz and swing. The Sheraton Sand Key Resort and the Radisson Suite Resort host this musical festival. For more information, call 727-595-1611.
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Times Turkey Trot
The Turkey Trot celebrates its 25th anniversary with an anticipated 10,000 runners trotting through Clearwater. The event features a one-mile "Gobbler" run, 5-kilometer (3.1 mile) "Wingding" and 10-kilometer (6.2 mile) "Turkey Trot." Proceeds from the St. Petersburg Times Turkey Trot will be donated to many local charities. Runners are welcome to bring canned goods and non-perishable food items in the stadium on race day. All collected foods will be given to the food pantry program. For more information, call 727-442-5838.
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Clearwater Beach FantaSea of Lights
This free walking holiday lights display will encompass Pier 60 Park and will take place during the normal Sunsets at Pier 60 Daily Festival hours. All of the year round festivities (local artisans and crafters and Key West-style street performers) will be included in the holiday program. The event will also feature special holiday events like Beach Santa photos, Snow Days, caroling and children's activities. For more information, call 727-449-1036.
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The Nutcracker
Enjoy Tchaikovsky's holiday classic in all its glory. The event is performed by the West Florida Youth Ballet. The show times for the event are Fri. 7:30 p.m., Sat. 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Sun. 2 p.m. For more information call 813-587-6751.
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Christmas Village
John's Pass Village transforms into Christmas Village for this month long celebration. There will be a tree lighting on Dec. 6th with Santa Claus arriving by firetruck. Stores offer special discounts during this weekend and a Tropical Santa Photo Opportunity is available every weekend. For more information, call 727-394-0756.
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Holiday Fantasy at the Pier
This month-long festival of beautiful decorations, choirs of carolers, holiday entertainment, a large Christmas parade and more is a tradition in downtown St. Petersburg. For more information, call 727-821-6164.
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Jim Roche: Sense of Place
This exhibition surveys works from artist Jim Roche's early "Potted Mama" plant series, his narrative based audio-performance works. Works will be presented in photographic form, as well as in assemblage, drawings and mixed-media. For more information, call 727-518-6833.
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29th Annual Arts, Crafts & Music Festival
The Palm Harbor Chamber of Commerce hosts this yearly event that is traditionally held the first weekend in December. More than 240 artists will participate in the crafts fair and thousands of art patrons are expected to attend. For more information, call 727-784-4287.
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Seasonal Sensations
Celebrate the holiday season with tours of the beautifically decorated Victorian and pioneer homes at Heritage Village, nature walks and exhibits at the Florida Botanical Gardens, train displays, a holiday craft sale at the Extension Service, a holiday film series at the Gulf Coast Museum of Art, multicultural exhibits, ornament making stations, storytelling, music, food and much more! Most activities are from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., but the holiday lighting ceremony starts at 6:00 p.m. at the Florida Botanical Gardens. For more information, call 727-582-2123.
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Premium Productions Car Show
Cars from the 1900s to the present will be judged and awarded prizes at this third annual car, truck and motorcycle show. Attendees are encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy for a Christmas present for a child. The show is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 727-525-8061.
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Boley Center's 21st Annual Jingle Bell Run
We have not received the official date for this event, but it is usually held in December. Thousands of people walking, running and jogging along St. Petersburg’s waterfront during an evening filled with glowing luminaries and the sounds of sleigh bells in the air. The course starts and finishes at The Pier with festive music on the first floor rear patio. There is a registration fee of $15 for adults and $10 for children under 12. For more information on registration, call 727-821-4819.
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Pioneer Christmas Jamboree
The Pinellas Pioneer Settlement celebrates the holidays with a craft show, music, food, and more from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Visitors can also see a working sawmill, blacksmith shop, cane carving and Horse N' Around petting farm at this historical site. Children will enjoy hay rides with Santa from 2- 4 p.m., story telling at 5:45 p.m., and everyone can enter to win a completely decorated Christmas tree. For more information, call 727-893-7326.
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Baseball as America
This exhibit explores how the nation's pastime mirror and influences our evolving culture. The more than 500 artifacts from the National Baseball Hall of Fame include the legendary "Abner Doubleday baseball," the first ball pitched by Cy Young in the first World Series in 1903; historic photographs and artifacts from Jackie Robinson, Joe DiMaggio and more; baseball nostalgia of all kinds; interactive displays and items that illustrate the history of baseball in Tampa Bay. For more information, call 727-822-3693.
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African-American Works on Paper
The exhibition features seventy-five works on paper by sixty-four artists who have been creating art since the 1930s. Artists represented include Romare Bearden, Jacob Lawrence, Faith Ringgold, Sam Gilliam, Elizabeth Catlett, and Howardena Pindell. For more information, call 727-896-2667.
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Light up the Bayou
Luminaries around Spring Bayou in Tarpon Springs are lighted during Christmas Eve making the walkways of Craig Park glow with the holiday spirit. For more information, call 727-943-5523.
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First Night at the Pier
Downtown St. Petersburg comes together with more than 20 venues featured in this alcohol-free celebration for adults and children alike. Centered around the Pier and Vinoy basin, First Night features everything from fire sculptures to music, dancing, poetry, puppetry, theater, art, games and fireworks. For more information, call 727-823-8906.
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WMNF's New Year's Eve with Donna the Buffalo
The Coliseum is hosting a New Year's Eve Celebration featuring Donna the Buffalo, a six-member band of electric and acoustic guitars, keyboards, accordian, fiddle, bass, drums and rubboard on a journey that began with old-time Appalachian music. For more information, call 727-892-5202.
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Outback Bowl's Teco Energy Parade & Ybor Bowl Blast
Eclectic Ybor City is the site of this festive celebration featuring the TECO Energy Parade, a pep rally by the marching bands, cheerleaders and a spectacular fireworks show. The parade will feature floats and thirty marching bands. This free family event starts at 5:30 p.m. and runs along 7th Avenue. The fireworks show blasts off at 8:15 p.m. For more information, call 813-874-2695.
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Downtown Dunedin Craft Festival
Held outdoors on Main Street in downtown Dunedin, this beautiful area is a perfect setting for a perfect show. The show will feature more than 100 crafters in a variety of mediums. For more information, call 727-298-3198.
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Pinellas Folk Festival
The Pinellas County Historical Society presents its annual festival held at Heritage Village. This free event features traditional folk music, storytelling and pioneer crafts and performances by skilled artisans. Sheep to shawl activities, vintage 1890s baseball, a traditional rug hooking and embroidery show and a food court are all included in the day's activities. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 727-582-2123.
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Downtown Dunedin Craft Festival
Held outdoors on Main Street in downtown Dunedin, this beautiful area is a perfect setting for a perfect show. The show will feature more than 100 crafters in a variety of mediums. For more information, call 727-298-3198.
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Florida African American Heritage Celebration
The fifth Florida African American Heritage Celebration will feature the sounds of gospel, jazz/blues and traditional African drumming and dance; the aromas of authentic ethnic recipes; an exciting marketplace with arts and crafts and other merchandise with African and African American themes and styles and hands-on activities and visual and performing art workshops for adults and children. The event is at Pinewood Cultural Park in Largo, from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, call 727-582-2123.
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Salvador Dali: Persistance and Memory Conference
This conference will gather distinguished scholars during the year of the centennial of surrealist painter Salvador Dali's birth to frame the work of this most controversial of 20th century artists in newly informed contexts. For more information, call 727-823-3767.
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DaliFest 2004
The Salvador Dali Museum is marking its 22nd anniversary with the 3rd annual DaliFest, featuring reduced admission to the museum, three exhibitions, food and activities for everyone. Admission is $4. A free outdoor festival includes live music, flamenco dancing and kids' activities. For more information, call 727-823-3767.
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18th Annual Heritage Village Antique Car Show
Come and check out this wonderful display of restored antique automobiles and hybrid cars. There will also be music and hands-on activities. This event will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, contact 727-582-2127.
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Family Earthfest at Pinewood Cultural Park
In honor of Earth Day and in cooperation with activities at the Florida Botanical Gardens and Family Day at the Gulf Coast Museum of Art, Heritage Village hosts a number of activities in appreciation of the natural wonders of the Earth. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m and is free. For more information, call 727-582-2123.
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Civil War Days and 20th Annual Heritage Village Skirmish
Heritage Village hosts this living history event in its 20th year as Union and Confederate troops battle. The event includes artillery demonstrations, infantry drills and the big battle. Period crafts and other items will be for sale at the event. Admission and parking are free. The annual Heritage Village Skirmish is scheduled for 2 p.m. Artillery demonstrations and infantry drills will be held on the hour. Other activities include the Officers Call, a court martial, and the Grand March. Food will be available for purchase. Bring comfortable seating or ground cover for the battle. For more information, call 727-582-2123.
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Les Miserables
Based on Victor Hugo's classic novel, it is the epic musical story of the fugitive Jean Valjean, who is pitted against the cruel and self-righteous Inspector Javert in a lifelong struggle to evade capture. For more information, call 813-229-7827.
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Downtown Dunedin Craft Festival
Held outdoors on Main Street in downtown Dunedin, this beautiful area is a perfect setting for a perfect show. The show will feature more than 100 crafters in a variety of mediums. For more information, call 727-298-3198.
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Third Saturday ArtWalk
.jpg) Every 3rd Saturday of the month, 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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SideWalk Sale
.jpg) Every 4th Saturday of the month, Gulfport showcases the galleries and shops that make up its ArtVillage and features a sidewalk sale. 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 sale runs 11 - 3p.m. For more information, call 727-321-0830.
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