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Palladium presents THE FOREVER YOUNG DANCERS GONE WILD
11/5/2006 - 11/5/2006
Palladium 253 Fifth Avenue North Saint Petersburg, FL 33701 Tampa Bay dance troupe of senior men is set to take the stage at the Palladium Theater to dance their pants off for Florida wildlife! The Forever Young Dancers was started in 1997 by four senior men whose purpose was to have fun, provide entertainment and to raise money for local charities. The men were soon dancing weekly in a variety of venues throughout Tampa Bay where their unique and light-hearted style has won over audiences both young and old alike. For more information, please call 727-822-3590.
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Chuck Lamar's Mercury Grand Slam Celebrity Fishing Tournament
11/9/2006 - 11/11/2006
Renaissance Vinoy Resort and Golf Club 501 5th Avenue N.E. St. Petersburg, FL 33701-2620 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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Picnic and Music in Largo Central Park
11/10/2006 - 11/10/2006
Largo Central Park 101 Central Park Dr. Largo, FL 33771-2112 Please join us every Friday at Largo Central Park from 6 ? 8 p.m. For music in the park. We play different music themes every week through our state of the art sound system. You may enjoy the music from almost anywhere in the park. There are eight shelters for our patrons to utilize or you can just pitch a blanket in center field. Please check www.largo.com for music theme for dates. For more information, please call 727-587-6704 ext. 5104.
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Celebrations: 2006 Holiday Show
11/10/2006 - 11/10/2006
The Arts Center 719 Central Ave. St. Petersburg, FL 33701-3627 Immerse yourself in the spirit of the season at the Arts Center annual Holiday Show. Specially created works by many artists, glass ornaments and photographs will 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
11/10/2006 - 11/12/2006
Vinoy Park 500 Bayshore Dr NE St. Petersburg, FL 33701 Ribfest is a three-day festival that includes a classic rock concert that features national recording artists, a Corvette car show and a Harley Davidson show for the big kids, a children's entertainment area and arcade games for the little kids, and of course, the best ribs in the world! Enjoy world-famous barbecue as some of the finest barbecue chefs in the country showcase their special eating delights. For more information, call 727-528-3828.
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Veterans Day Ceremony
11/11/2006 - 11/11/2006
Largo Central Park 101 Central Park Dr. Largo, FL 33771-2112 Join us as we honor America's Veterans and celebrate the re-opening of the James S. Miles and Richard A. Leandri Military Court of Honor. The ceremony will include a color guard presentation, patriotic music, keynote speaker, an essay contest and more! High school students are encouraged to participate in a Veterans Day Essay Contest. Essay guidelines and contest information are available at www.largo.com, or at Southwest Recreation Complex, Highland Recreation Complex and Largo City Hall. All ages are welcome to attend this free event. For more information please call 727584-6740 ext, 5014
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Annual Veteran's Day Boat Parade
11/11/2006 - 11/11/2006
Madeira Beach 14111 E Parsley Dr Madeira Beach, FL The Madeira Beach American Legion Post #273 and the Madeira Beach Elks Lodge #1912 will host the 7th 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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30th Annual Christmas Under the Oaks
11/11/2006 - 11/12/2006
Coachman Park 101 Drew St. Clearwater, FL 33759 Having problems finding the right gift? Don't miss this tradition of the holiday season. The Clearwater Junior Woman's Club 30th annual arts & crafts show features exhibitors from all over the southeastern United States. Shop for holiday gifts or decorations, as well as other items. Food and drink concessions will be available. $2 Donation requested for admission. www.clearwaterjuniors.org
For more information, please call 727-723-0888.
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Ford Ironman World Chamionship 70.3
11/11/2006 - 11/11/2006
Sheraton Sand Key Resort 1160 Gulf Blvd. Clearwater Beach, FL 33767-2799 The Ironman 70.3, a triathalon series, will call Clearwater home to its newest world championship event. The event will consist of a 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike and 13.1 mile run. The event route starts and finishes in Sand Key Park and the Sheraton Sand Key Resort. The top five men and women and the winner from each age group will qualify for the 2007 Ford Ironman World Championship in Hawaii. The City of Clearwater will host more than 1,800 domestic and international athletes at the inaugural Ford Ironman World Championship 70.3. For more information, please visit www.ironmanlive.com.
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Dunedin Wines the Blues
11/12/2006 - 11/12/2006
Dunedin, Downtown 319 Main St. Dunedin, FL 34698 Whether you're fanatical about that woeful sound of the guitar or just curious about the blues genre, the blues as they were meant to be heard will be presented at the Dunedin Wines the Blues Festival. Musicians ranging from well-known recording artists to the local groups can be heard at Pioneer Park (corner of Main St. & Douglas Ave.) for this 14th annual event. This event is from 5:30 to 11 p.m. and is free. For more information, call 727-736-0100.
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Leepa- Rattner Museum presents: Picasso Ceramic from the Bernie Bercusion Collection
11/12/2006 - 1/7/2007
Leepa-Ratner Museum of Art 600 Klosterman Road Palm Harbor, FL Leepa-Rattner Museum is pleased to have the Bernie Bercuson Collection from the Museum of Ft. Lauderdale. This is a nationally touring exhibition featuring colorful, decorative ceramics by Pablo Picasso created following World War II at a time when he was attempting "to get back to his inner child". For more information, please call 727-712-5210.
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St. Petersburg Boat Show
11/16/2006 - 11/18/2006
St. Petersburg Marina
St. Petersburg, FL
The 29th Annual St. Petersburg Boat Show offers excitement for boaters and anglers of all ages. The largest in-water boat show on Florida's Gulf Coast features more than 700 boats of all types and sizes, electronics, engines and a vast selection of marine accessories that will be displayed on land and in water. For more information, call 800-940-7642.
Picnic and Music in Largo Central Park
11/17/2006 - 11/17/2006
Largo Central Park 101 Central Park Dr. Largo, FL 33771-2112 Please join us every Friday at Largo Central Park from 6 ? 8 p.m. For music in the park. We play different music themes every week through our state of the art sound system. You may enjoy the music from almost anywhere in the park. There are eight shelters for our patrons to utilize or you can just pitch a blanket in center field. Please check www.largo.com for music theme for dates. For more information, please call 727-587-6704 ext. 5104.
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St. Pete Shuffle
11/17/2006 - 11/17/2006
St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Courts 559 Mirror Lake Drive N St. Petersburg, FL Check out the revival of the old game of Shuffleboard! A hip twist on an old game. The whole family is welcome to play shuffleboard, listen to music and enjoy local art. For more information, please call 727-867-7228.
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The Suncoast Dixieland Jazz Classic
11/17/2006 - 11/19/2006
Clearwater Beach 1160 Gulf Blvd Clearwater Beach, FL 33767 Traditional jazz and swing will once again fill the air at the 16th annual Suncoast Dixieland Jazz Classic. This event is the largest traditional festival in the state and one of the largest on the east coast. The Sheraton Sand Key Resort on Clearwater Beach will host a crowd of about 5,000 over three days. More than 20 bands will play in several venues, from gulfside to ballroom.
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4th Annual Central Florida Pirate Festival
11/17/2006 - 11/19/2006
Coachman Park 101 Drew St. Clearwater, FL 33759 Avast me hearties, the 4th Annual Florida Pirate Fest is upon us! You won't want to miss this pirate-themed 'Renaissance Festival' type event. Celebrate 1702, the Golden Age of Piracy, with games, contests, displays, crafts, artisans, and educational booths. You'll experience unique entertainment such as interactive stage shows and human powered rides. And, of course, you'll be able to indulge in some great food and beverages. For more information, call 727-562-4839.
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Dunedin Celtic Festival
11/18/2006 - 11/18/2006
Highlander Park 903 Michigan Boulevard Dunedin, FL 34698 The 8th Annual Dunedin Celtic Festival consists of a day of various Celtic music, food, beer, soda, water and vendors. Listen to the hottest Celtic bands in the world in a fabulous setting under the oaks at beautiful Highlander Park on the banks of Wee Loch Ness. For more information, call 727-733-6240.
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9th Annual CraftArt 2005 Fine Craft Fair
11/18/2006 - 11/19/2006
The Coliseum 535 4th Avenue N. St. Petersburg, FL 33701-2895 The 9th Annual CraftArt show has moved to the weekend before Thanksgiving. You can start holiday shopping before the rush from the "cream of the crop" of artists from Florida and around the country. A select group of artisans from across the country will present work in clay, wood, fiber, metal, paper, glass and mixed media. Their work will include decorative items, jewelry, clothing, utensils, furniture and more. The craft artists will provide free demonstrations throughout the weekend. Food and beverages will also be available on the premises. Parking is free. For more information, call 727-821-7391.
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Enchantment Theatre Company presents Cinderella
11/19/2006 - 11/19/2006
Ruth Eckerd Hall 1111 N. McMullen Booth Rd. Clearwater, FL 33759-3219 A new twist on the classic tale featuring life-size puppets, masks and shadow play. For more information, please call 727-791-7400.
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Downtown Dunedin Craft Festival
11/19/2006 - 11/20/2006
Dunedin, Downtown 319 Main St. Dunedin, FL 34698 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. 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 813-962-0388.
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Festival of Trees
11/22/2006 - 11/26/2006
Harborview Center 300 Cleveland St. Clearwater, FL 33755-4001 Festival of Trees features one-of-a-kind lavishly decorated trees in a family-centered fantasyland. More than 125 decorated Christmas trees from local artists, businesses and community leaders will be for sale. This holiday extravaganza kicks off with the Premiere Night Party featuring the first lighting of the trees, a silent auction, and samples from upscale restaurants in the community. There is also a gingerbread village and competition, live non-stop entertainment, hand-crafted gifts, children's activities, clowns, face painting, a big train display, raffles, animated window display and visits and photos with Santa. For more information, please call 727-713-3993.
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Times Turkey Trot
11/23/2006 - 11/23/2006
Clearwater High School 540 S. Hercules Ave. Clearwater, FL 33764-6399 The Turkey Trot celebrates its 27th 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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Picnic and Music in Largo Central Park
11/24/2006 - 11/24/2006
Largo Central Park 101 Central Park Dr. Largo, FL 33771-2112 Please join us every Friday at Largo Central Park from 6 ? 8 p.m. For music in the park. We play different music themes every week through our state of the art sound system. You may enjoy the music from almost anywhere in the park. There are eight shelters for our patrons to utilize or you can just pitch a blanket in center field. Please check www.largo.com for music theme for dates. For more information, please call 727-587-6704 ext. 5104.
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Annual Tarpon Springs Crafts Festival
11/25/2006 - 11/26/2006
Tarpon Springs 18 Hibiscus St Tarpon Springs, FL 34689 This annual event features 150 artists and craft persons from around the country who display in downtown Tarpon Springs. Live music and a food festival are also included. Festival times are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event is held the weekend after Thanksgiving. For more information, call 954-472-3755.
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Holiday Stroll Around the World
12/1/2006 - 12/1/2006
Largo Central Park 101 Central Park Dr. Largo, FL 33771-2112 Take a quick Holiday trip around the world! Largo Central Park will feature over 250,000 lights and displays along with the presentation of how different cultures around the world celebrate the holidays. The night includes strolling entertainers, music, shows and food to make it truly a memorable experience. This event is FREE to the public. For more information, please call 727-587-6740 ext. 5014.
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