O.A.R... of a revolution
9/30/2008 - 9/30/2008
Tues. 8 p.m.
Ruth Eckerd Hall
1111 N. McMullen Booth Rd.
Clearwater, FL 33759-3219
O.A.R. ?of a revolution returns to Ruth Eckerd Hall for the first time since their sold-out concert during the summer of 2005. O.A.R. ?of a revolution first developed its island-vibe roots rock sound in Rockville, Maryland in 1996 while still in high school. The members of the band went on to The Ohio State University together and by the time they graduated from college, they had sold more than 300,000 albums and had hundreds of shows under their belts. O.A.R. joined forces with Lava Records for its major label debut In Between Now and Then, followed in 2005 by Stories of a Stranger. For more information call 727-791-7400.
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Curtain Call Sneak Preview
10/2/2008 - 10/2/2008
6 PM
Mahaffey Theater at Progress Energy Center
400 1st St. S.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
The 1st annual Curtain Call Season Preview at the Mahaffey Theater is sure to please! Come out and see what exciting shows are coming this season and be the first to know! Enjoy a free evening, open to the public, filled with incredible live performances that include: Romantic Tango Dancing by Eddy & Veronica, Up close and fantastic performances by Members of the Florida Orchestra, Sultry renditions from Broadway Singer Angela Bond, and Soulful Sounds of Rick Gee's Jazz Jamm! For more information, call 727-892-5716
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War on Comedy
10/2/2008 - 10/2/2008
7:30 PM
Largo Cultural Center
105 Central Park Dr.
Largo, FL 33771
A group of comedians joined together to create a new and dynamic stand-up comedy show. The War took their show on the road. With their wildly entertaining style and fresh energetic stage presence, they have quickly become a major force on the comedy scene. This show may contain adult language and issues. Cabaret seating. $15 advance, $19 day of show. Largo Cultural Center Box Office 587-6793.
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WIFREDO LAM IN NORTH AMERICA AND MYTH IN DALI'S ART!
10/3/2008 - 10/3/2008
6:30 PM
Salvador Dali Museum
1000 3rd St. S.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701-4901
Wifredo Lam in North America features works by the celebrated 20th century Cuban-born artist. Friday, October 3, 2008 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. RSVP for tickets by September 26, 2008 Members Only call 727-823-3767 ext 3043 or email [email protected] Music by Freddy Montes y Su Son Food by Columbia Restaurant / Cash bar Attire to Inspire! On view October 3, 2008-January 11, 2009
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Global Film Mini-Festival
10/3/2008 - 10/4/2008
The Studio@620
620 First Ave. S.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Friday October 3 / Argentine Doubleheader Saturday October 4 / Celebration of Asia Showtimes: Friday at 7 and 9 PM, Saturday at 3, 7 and 9 PM Special Mini-Festival Ticket Prices: $8 for single film, $12 for two films, $15 for three. The highly reputed Global Film Series brings its Fall Mini-Festival to The Studio with two Argentinean films on Friday Oct. 3, and three Asian films on Saturday Oct. 4. Featuring films from Argentina: "The Custodian" and "Kept and Dreamless", and from Asia: "Let the Wind Blow" (India) , "Luxury Car" (China) , and "Opera Jawa" (Indonesia).
The Studio@620 Bob Devin Jones & David Ellis, Artistic Directors Phone: 727-895-6620
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Bluegrass Strings & Crafty Things
10/3/2008 - 10/4/2008
Sa-6p - 9p, Su-10a - 9p
Largo Central Park
101 Central Park Dr.
Largo, FL 33771-2112
Live Bluegrass Music presenting Southern Star, Foothill Bluegrass Band and many more. Craft fair Saturday from 10:00am - 5:00pm, featuring the Florida Highwaymen exhibit. Also, see and hear Cody Shuler & Pine Mountain Railroad. Free Parking and Free Admission.
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Hogs & Dogs in Grand Central
10/4/2008 - 10/4/2008
11AM-4PM
24th through 26th Streets & Central Av, Grand Central District, St. Petersburg, FL
The Grand Central District welcomes motorcycle enthusiasts, dog-lovers & hot dog connoisseurs to stroll through Grand Central & enjoy the activities surrounding the 1st Annual Hogs & Dogs event this Saturday, 04 October 2008. Participating businesses throughout Grand Central will be dog-friendly by having doggie water bowls, etc. outside their storefronts. Grand Central restaurants will be selling District Dogs, their spin on the classic hot dog, to celebrate the theme of the event. Of course, you can always count on Grand Central's Original Bill's Hot Dog, 2623 Central Av, for their delicious Chicago-style dogs. For more information please call (727) 328-7086.
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Daniel Nelson: The Shape of Space to Come
10/4/2008 - 10/4/2008
6 PM
The Studio@620
620 First Ave. S.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
The Emerging Artist Series continues with an exhibit of paintings by Daniel Nelson. Exhibit on display through November 15.

The Studio@620 Bob Devin Jones & David Ellis, Artistic Directors

Phone: 727-895-6620
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Race For The Cure
10/4/2008 - 10/4/2008
7am
Vinoy Park
500 Bayshore Dr. N.E.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
5k run and 1- mile walk fundraiser for breast cancer awareness. Register at www.komensuncoast.com or for more information, call 877-506-6927.
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INSIGHTS FROM THE ENGINE ROOM: Business Lessons Learned from Rock & Roll
10/6/2008 - 10/6/2008
7 PM
The Studio@620
620 First Ave. S.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Tony Michaelides will speak about business lessons learned from unlikely sources. With over 30 years in the music business, Tony Michaelides is recognized and respected by not just the artists he has worked with, but also by their business teams. From Bob Marley to The Police, New Order to The Stone Roses to The Pixies, REM, Whitney Houston, Massive Attack, Elvis Costello, Matchbox Twenty, Dave Matthews, Genesis & Peter Gabriel and of course U2, the list reads as a who's who of the music industry.
The Studio@620 Bob Devin Jones & David Ellis, Artistic Directors Phone: 727-895-6620
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The Third Annual Flavor of Jazz
10/7/2008 - 10/7/2008
Tues. 6 p.m.
Ruth Eckerd Hall
1111 N. McMullen Booth Rd.
Clearwater, FL 33759-3219
The Third Annual Flavor of Jazz, starring Spyro Gyra and offering tastings from 20 of the area?s finest eateries including The Melting Pot, Luna & Grillsmith, will be at Ruth Eckerd Hall. Spyro Gyra, a nine-time Grammy® nominated group, will headline this concert, with proceeds to benefit The Marcia P. Hoffman Performing Arts Institute Jazz Program at Ruth Eckerd Hall. The Ruth Eckerd Hall/Clearwater Jazz Holiday Youth Band will open the show. Don?t miss this annual event. For more information call 727-791-7400.
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Mamma Mia... It's Almost ABBA
10/10/2008 - 10/10/2008
8:00 PM
Largo Cultural Center
105 Central Park Dr.
Largo, FL 33771
This tribute band recreates the magic of Swedish pop sensation ABBA! The six piece group is fully costumed and choreaographed , and was the first tribute to ABBA. Hits include "S.O.S.", "Fernando/Dancing Queen", and "The Name of the Game." $15 advance, $19 day of show. Largo Cultural Center Box Office 587-6793.
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OcktoerBest Brew Ha-Ha II
10/11/2008 - 10/11/2008
12pm - 7pm
St. Petersburg Clay Company
420 22nd Street South
St. Petersburg, FL 33712
The event will include food, beverages, music, kids activities, and best of all work from our talented artists!
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Grand Reopening Concert
10/11/2008 - 10/11/2008
8 PM
Palladium Theater
Statesmen of Jazz with Nate Najar Trio Saturday, Oct. 11, 8 p.m. Tickets: $22, $27, $32. The Palladium box office is open Monday through Friday - 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 4 hours prior to performances. Tickets are available by calling 727-822-3590
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Asia Pacific Rim Festival
10/11/2008 - 10/12/2008
Sa-10:00a/Su-11:00am
England Brothers Band Shell
5121 80th Ave. N.
Pinellas Park, FL 33781
Come to experience the East and the Pacific Rim. Represented cultures include: Chinese, Fijian, Filipino, Hmong, Indian, Korean, Laotian, Samoan, Thai, Tongan, Taiwanese & Vietnamese.
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Asia Pacific Rim Festival
10/11/2008 - 10/12/2008
Sa-10a -Su-11a
England Brothers Band Shell
5121 80th Ave. N.
Pinellas Park, FL 33781
Come to experience the East and the Pacific Rim. Represented cultures include: Chinese, Fijian, Filipino, Hmong, Indian, Korean, Laotian, Samoan, Thai, Taiwanese & Vietnamese.
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