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ST. PETERSBURG Sundial Shoppes Florida Jean Co Vinoy Hotel Holocaust Museum Florida CraftArt The Hangar Terminal
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CONTENTS FEATURE STORY
20 A Tale of Two Cities
John’s Hopkins History is relived with new restaurants in St. Petersburg & Baltimore MD.
FEATURES
28 Holiday Celebrations!
Four Pages chock full of things to do from Dec. 1 - through to next year.
29 All Decked Out!
Surface Design Guild
33 Jewels of the Imagination
The Museum Of Fine Art displays one of the most beautiful collections, many never shown before.
34 Treasure Island Gift -
Diamond expert and jewelry consultant Beverly Diny has expanded hours to help brighten your holiday season!
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36 Downtown Concierge BY NANETTE WISER
59 St Pete Beach Classic A favorite local race held January 18-20, 2019
LIFE in Paradise
17 Beach Hair Affair is staffed up for the season
19 Real Wood Cabinets
Ready tomorrow at Woody’s! BY PETER ROOS
65 What Your Pet May Be Begging For
PUBLISHERS LETTER........6 LETTERS .........................7 TIDBITS ....................8-12 SHERIFF .......................13 KUDOS.........................14 TAXES ..........................15 PROPERTY LAW .............16 REAL ESTATE ..............18 CONSTRUCTION .........24 GOOD ADVICE ............26 ART NEWS ..................40 ARTS & LEISURE ...44-48 EVENTS .................46-56 ENVIRONMENT ............62 FISHING .......................63 BOATING......................64 CLASSIFIED ...........66-67 LIBRARY .......................68 PLAYING AROUND ......69 ASTROLOGY ................70 COVER CONCEPT: Renee Roos DESIGN: Lori Bellinger Support from Carly Hart
GULFPORT Chamber Seabreeze Inn Gulfport Casino
Habana Café Library/City Hall Art Village
ISLA DEL SOL & BAYWAY ISLES Regions Bank Sterling Cleaners Patchingtons
Island Salon Subway Isla Yacht & CC
TIERRA VERDE Billy’s TD Bank Phila Deli Island Grille
ReMax Metro Marco’s Wong Lee’s T. V. Hardware
SOUTH PASADENA Palms Hospital Winn Dixie Regions Bank
Spiro’s Deli Fountains Towers
PASS-A-GRILLE Merry Pier Paradise Grille Gennaro’s SeaCritters Suntan Art Center Bamboozle
The SeaHorse Paradiso Boutique The Wharf Hurley Realty Don CeSar Shaners Land-Sea Mkt
ST. PETE BEACH Custom Cafe Smith & Associates Resort Realty Library/City Hall Nori Thai Sushi Agave Mexican Mickie’s Ice Cream Baird Realty TBB Chamber ReMax Preferred Dolphin Landings Cafe Soleil Dolphin Bch Resort
Nikko’s Dog Bar Sea Dog Brewery Vito & Michaels’ Riptides Lounge Paradise Grille Synovus Bank St Pete Beach Deli Coldwell Banker RE Basil Leaf Sush Gulf to Bay Bait UPS Store 5th/3rd Bank Skidders
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Art Expo Paradise Gifts Frog Pond
ENTERTAINMENT
35 What is a Pink Martini?
Chill Restaurant Beach Theatre Keller Williams Realty
TREASURE ISLAND Bilmar Hotel The Pearl TI & MB Chamber
The12-piece international song sensation from Portland, Oregon appear at the Mahaffey Jan 27th
T.I. Hardware ReMax Metro Clock Tower Bus Stop
JOHN’S PASS VILLAGE
BY PETER ROOS
Kilwin’s Ice Cream Spice & Tea Exchange Chamber Kiosk Olde Fashioned Ice Crm
Shows for the Holidays and the Highlights of 2019’s First Quarter
Barefoot Bch Resort Post Office Recreation Center City Hall Library
40 Mahaffey Theatre Schedule
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Paradise NEWS starts Twenty-Sixth Year
Life is what happens while you are waiting to win the lottery by Peter A. Roos
This is the 25th December issue Paradise NEWS has published. We decided to start our 25th anniversary year this month with a little retrospection. The collection of covers on the front of this issue are some of our favorites. We have learned many things in the time we have been in this business. For example, time flies whether you are having fun or not, so you might as well have fun. We also learned that persistence pays off. Accomplishments of the past quarter century are lasting changes that can be seen, such as the Corey Sunday Market, St. Pete Beach’s nickname, The Sunset Capital of Florida, and many less visible, like the countless readers who discovered Paradise NEWS when they relocated to the area. The Paradise NEWS story probably should start when Renee and I met almost 50 years ago in government class at St. Pete Junior College, but there just is not enough room on this page. Enrolling our son in Admiral Farragut Academy 15 years later was a turning point which brought us to the beach. Jay Anderson, then the president of the Pass-a-Grille Community Association provided the inspiration to report on Pass-a-Grille as publisher of the Grille Bits Newsletter Renee founded in 1988. The passing of Joan Haley was also a milestone. She had saved the first church on the island from demolition, lived in it and donated it to the county for a museum of Gulf Beach history. Renee volunteered to help clear it out and set it up as a museum. It was there she met Sally Yoder, historian and volunteer publisher for the Vina Del Mar Community Association who was volunteer museum archivist. They published Paradise NEWS together in December of 1995. The original edition celebrated the opening of the new ‘state of the art’ police department building in St. Pete Beach, mailed to all addresses in St. Pete Beach. After three years at breakeven, I was hired to help promote ad sales and quickly realized expansion was needed. We started mailing to Tierra Verde, which had precious little business of its own at the time, and advertising started to grow.
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Volume 24 Number 10 • December 2018 PUBLISHERS & EXECUTIVE EDITORS
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Soon after the millennium changed, Sally retired from Paradise NEWS and started her own beach newsletter Tropical Views in July 2000. Paradise NEWS grew again, mailing to all addresses in zip code 33706, in October 2001 after a weekly newspaper in Treasure Island stopped. Soon thereafter we added distribution to higher socio-economic carrier routes in neighboring zip codes. Full color printing was added as printing costs declined due to technology and glossy covers were added in 2010. The move to glossy throughout came more recently in 2016, when we also decided to start targeting nearby waterfront communities on the mainland. In June 2018, the Island Reporter ceased and you are already seeing some of their writers and advertisers in Paradise NEWS. We are expanding again into downtown St. Petersburg.
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Dear Editor: Recently you published a very thorough and comprehensive article written by Steve Traiman that informed your readers about the state of arts funding and the importance of Arts Advocacy in the State of Florida. We are very appreciative of the coverage both because of its important role in keeping the public informed and because of the hard work the article has done for arts and culture since its publication.
As soon as it came out, I sent a link and/or PDF of the article to my Local Arts Agency counterparts throughout the State of Florida, so that they could use it as part of their advocacy campaign. They in turn shared it with their local government leaders, business leaders and community members/ supporters in their counties, as we also did here in the Bay area.
Additionally, I forwarded the article to our contacts at the Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and to our arts advocacy partners. Our initial goal was to demonstrate the level of media coverage we were generating for our advocacy efforts in our area. As an added benefit (as they have shared with us) they were able to use the article as a reference point/summary of feet-on-the-ground arts advocacy activities that were taking place in the state, which further underscored the importance of arts and culture here in Florida and definitely got people’s attention.
Finally, as often happens, the story generated further interest from other media outlets – who then researched and wrote articles of their own - and so Mr. Traiman’s article has helped us to continue to keep this story relevant and top of mind.
On behalf of Creative Pinellas and (unofficially) the arts community, thank you for publishing this article and thank you to Steve Traimain for doing such an excellent job putting the story together. Sincerely, Barbara St. Clair Executive Director, Creative Pinellas The Board of Directors of the Gulfport Senior Center Foundation would like to thank you for your generous in-kind gift of quarter page advertising in the Paradise News to support the Monster Mash event in October. We believe that the advertising was a great help in bringing more participants to the Monster Mash and making the event a success.…
Our Board of Directors want you to know how much we appreciate the continued support of Paradise News and the role you play in helping us to provide funding and support to the Senior Center. Because of your generosity, we look forward to being able to help the Gulfport Senior Center offer superior programs and service that benefit our seniors. Jennifer Terrana – President Gulfport Multipurpose Senior Center Foundation
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By Peter roos ST. PeTeRSBuRg COLISeuM On left is the droping of the baloons for the New Years Eve celebration. Below is a photo of the The largest dance floor in the SE United States.
ST PETERSBURG What are you doing New Years Eve? We plan to be Swinging in the New Year again with some of our favorite people at the biggest dance floor in the southeast U.S. the St. Petersburg Coliseum. Tony Castelano will be leading an eight piece band with three horns behind songbird Gloria West. Should be great music. Tony Belmont, Alan Freed’s Protégé, who brought Beatlemania and a great Johnny Cash tribute to Gulfport, is promoting a New Years Eve Dinner, featuring an amazing array of musical entertainment and a champagne toast at midnight for an affordable $95 per seat in the center of Pinellas. Located at Banquet Masters, at 49th St and Ulmerton, with special rates for the night at the hotel next door, “Rock Around The Clock” starts at 7 PM with “Music for Everyone” featuring Bill Haley’s Comets, Keith Coleman’s Johnny Cash Show,
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Zombrano, Julio Inglesias of Spain, The Clovers and the Marcels and a Tribute to Abba. Call 727-541-7876 or email comedyhall@aol.com. The City of St. Petersburg annually sends three high school juniors to represent the city as ambassadors to St. Petersburg’s sister city, Takamatsu, Japan. Students selected receive round trip airfare to Takamatsu and live with a Japanese family for up to three weeks during the summer. Those interested in the program should visit the city website or speak to Zachary Blair-Andrews, who was a part of the program in 2017. To apply, complete the application and mail or hand deliver it to the St. Petersburg International Folk Fair Society by 3 pm, Thursday, February 19th, 2019. Host families for visiting Japanese students are also being sought.
Application and more info is at the Arts & Culture tab of the City of St. Petersburg website. http://www.stpete.org/arts_and _culture/docs/Student%20 Application%202018.pdf
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Adventures In Paradise, one of the newest outfitters downtow,n specializes in the salty water lifestyle and outdoor living apparel for the adventurous soul. Brands include Patagonia, Vineyard Vines, Orvis, Tommy Bahama, Peter Millar, Southern Tide, Fish Hippie, OluKai, Faherty, Katin, Island Company and many more. Guests will discover books, outdoorsy gifts, beautiful hand-etched glassware and classic timepieces, fine cigars, a billiard table filled with fashion, chess sets and delightful scents for men and ladies alike. Fly Fishing rods along with flies, tackle, fishing shirts, water shoes and everything you need to head out and catch a big one. Located at 40 Beach Drive NE, St Petersburg. For info call 727-317-4943. Visit www.stpetestore.com or email stpete@adventure sinparadise.com. Gator Jim’s Tackle Outpost If there’s a fisherman on your gift list, you would do well to visit Gator Jim’s Tackle Outpost. Jim used to have a store at Dolphin Village Shopping Center.
That was quite a store, and I feel that he got a lot of business when he advertised his Holiday specials in Paradise NEWS. The new store is just a few minites farther, and it is definitely worth the effort. The merchandise, prices and knowledgeable help can’t be beat. Located at the southern edge of St. Petersburg, at 3301 Pinellas Point Drive S., 33711, the best way to find it is to head west on the Pinellas Bayway past US 19 (34th St and I-275 toward the older Publix store. Turn south at the light on 31st Street from the Bayway (54th Ave. South) about ¼ mile to Pinellas Point Drive (62nd Ave. South) and turn right. You’ll see their fence on your right. They are open 8 am – 7 pm 6 days and 8-5 on Sunday. The outpost is set up in a way that allows boaters to trailer their boats by for outfitting with everything they need from depth finders and electronics to tackle and live bait. The selection of fishing equipment and tackle is amazing and you will find some incredible deals advertised on pages 62 and 63 of this issue for half
off retail. The store truly has gifts for every budget. Everyone who works there fishes, and their online reviews say they are even tolerant of stupid questions. You can check them out online at www.GatorJims.com or call (727) 363-0900.
Fresh Markets are back in full swing in our area. The grandfather is the Saturday Morning Market in the Al Lang Stadium parking lot in downtown St. Petersburg from 9 - 2. The market is managed by a steering committee for a 501c(3) not-for-profit group. Spaces are sold out weeks in advance and people travel to attend. In the summer the market shrinks and moves to the shade of Williams Park. Tampa Bay Markets operates our favorite Sundays 10 - 2 on Corey Ave - St. Pete Beach. Sunday breakfast or $16.95 brunch, with or without bottomless Mimosas or Bloody Mary’s, but definitely with some of Chill’s great coffee. Sitting outdoors this time of year with a view of the fresh produce tent and people watching is a terrific way to enjoy your Sunday. The City of Madeira Beach is also starting to host a Sunday Market 10-3 on Madeira Way afterthe prior market operator relocated to Seminole. There’s also a new 3rd Sunday market in downtown Tierra Verde, only on the 3rd Sunday each month. The Tuesday Fresh market year-round in “downtown” Gulfport is along the street that dead ends into the Casino, and this time of year it should be at its peak. On Fridays, the Treasure Island / Madeira Beach Chamber of Commerce
hosts a market in Treasure Island Community Center park from 10 – 2. All these markets help us find local and organic vegetables and seafood, as well as some great baked goods, herb plants, preserves and relishes. There are also some handy kitchen and clothing items, artwork, souvenirs and décor items. This is the perfect time of year for an early morning walk. Make it a point to check out all the markets. Merry & Bright: 2018 Holiday Show & Sale through - December 28 With a buy-local retail focus, the annual members holiday show and sale supports local artists and give you the opportunity to pick up some truly unique gifts for your friends and family this holiday season. The exhibition includes one-of-a-kind items from a variety of hand-crafted jewelry, functional pottery, hand-blown glass pieces, paintings, ornaments and more. On view at the Morean Arts Center. Morean Arts Center – 719 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg,
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Chowder Challenge V on Veteran’s Day was blessed with perfect weather and late breaking publicity, a wave from food critic Laura Reiley in the Tampa Bay Times on Nov. 7th & a TV interview on the 10th, with accompanying social media, so the crowd was described as “impressive.” With plenty of raffle and silent auction items available, we expect a record fundraising result for the Pass-a-Grille Woman’s Club
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who hosted the 2018 CC5. Winners are: The Golden Ladle - Kao Thai Kitchen Judge’s Best in Show Chowder - Donnie B’s Judge’s Best in Show Non-chowder Soup - Kao Thai Kitchen People’s Choice 1st Place - Shells People’s Choice 2nd Place - The Rowe Bar at the Don Cesar People’s Choice 3rd Place - Isla Del Sol Yacht & Country Club TradeWinds Island Resorts Undergoes $13 Million Guest Room Renovation Modernized Rooms Feature New Look, Added Balconies. TradeWinds Island Grand & Guy Harvey Outpost are undergoing a $13 million room renovation. The Guy Harvey Outpost’s 211 rooms are being revitalized for completion by February 2019. The Island Grand room renovation will begin with 288 rooms in the Jacaranda building this fall. All rooms will be done by the end of 2020.
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By Peter roos There’s been a few shake-ups in the local restaurant inventory. Shrimpy’s is now open where the Salty Rim used to be. There has been an ownership change at CrabDaddy’s. Rumor had it they were buying Shark Tales next door, but landed at CrabDaddy’s instead. Craig Munroe, owner of Shark Tales used to manage Salty Rim in its heyday. Craig’s in the midst of reworking the Shark Tales menu to add in some of the favorite items he had created for the Rim. He’s also planning to add a complete breakfast menu at Shark Tales. Craig also claims his pizza shop, A Slice of New York, that ‘s been shuttered for months is reopening where Jackie’s used to be on Corey Avenue. Can’t wait for one of their bar-b-que chicken pizzas. Oyster Shucker closed for good in the midst of red tide. Silas Dents, also, a fixture on the beach for 39 years, sold their location and parking lot to become Caddy’s Bayside in the not too distant future. Skidders was closed in September for a complete remodeling and reopened looking like brand new. Where Selene closed in April, Sea Hag is about to open. The owners of Nori Thai have taken over at Basil Leaf. Joy at Nori Thai held her 10th Anniversary Celebration with Buddhist monks and some of her closest friends. St. Pete Beach Mediterranean Deli has taken another step in its conversion from produce stand and deli into a market and restaurant. The kitchen
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area has been expanded and a commercial hood installed, allowing the restaurant to begin cooking with gas. Additional seating is in place, and while the produce inventory has declined, they still sell what they use in the kitchen, so count on some of the best tomatoes, lettuce, onions, and some really delicious salads you can’t find anywhere else.
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According to Jay Anderson’s report, the PAG Road Project is 68.37% complete, with a finish date of June 9th 2019. The PAGCA Christmas bonfire on the beach is Dec. 13th at 7pm. Bring some cookies! Next road meeting would be Dec 20th (if holidays don’t get in the way) An underground vault found 5’ below PAG Way at 8th Ave. It might have been ice storage for fishing pier. Next is storm water 6th - 10th Ave: • Conduit for utilities coming in the new year. When curbs get installed, all pipes and underground work is done. Sidewalks are to follow curbs being put in, but that seems to be lagging. Everywhere a storm water pipe to the bay is put in, the seawall might have to be upgraded.. the pump station at 3rd is an example. Speaking of the pump station, until it is up and running, maybe February, the clanging of the storm water manhole covers at 4th during high tide will continue. The city was not aware of this problem and said (for now) the pressure needed to relieve the water
buildup will come thru running the pump station. If pump stations loses electric during a storm what happens - The answer.. the city has a running contract with a generator company that would supply a generator either before or after storm, depending on severity. This goes for all pump stations in city. • A house at 7th & PAG Way has been in preparation for a move to 15th, might be moved between Dec 21 & 30th, likely the best window for the contractor, that could be fun to watch! • Traffic at 8th and PAG Way is still a work in progress but seems to be working.... The tentative plan is to put back crosswalks at 8th and PAG Way just like 21st Ave’s and then when paving of Gulf Way is being done, put same crosswalks at 8th and Gulf Way. •All stop light fixtures at PAG Way and 21st will be removed then by Feb or March it will become a 4 way stop with some new signage better designating that, if commission at their January meeting approves it. The county potable water project south of 8th down Gulf Way and then side streets to put in new pipes has been on slow a track and city has met with them to get it going as they want to pave Gulf Way sometime near the completion of PAG Way (and use contractor we have now on road who is already set up and running) so county would not come back in and dig up a newly paved road (We’ve all seen that happen). Am I making sense?? City of St. Pete Beach is negotiating with Army Corp of Engineers to
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extend their agreement on beach renourishment from the present 2030 contract end for another 50 years (Okay, I guess) but that does nothing for the sand we lost south of 8th due to Michael. The city has committed to a program to bring LED lights everywhere. Blind Pass Road (south from Corey to Gulf Blvd) project is another 6 months. St. Pete Guitars is open at 6630 Gulf Blvd., in St. Pete Beach. Stevie B, Florida’s #1 guitar buyer, is back and wants to buy YOUR used and vintage instruments! Paying CA$H for your unwanted gear. Tue - Fri Noon to 7pm, Sat 11am to 5pm Buy • Sell • Trade/Used • Vintage • Repairs & Lay aways 727-318-0986
TREASURE ISLAND If you like to tell people where to go, here’s your chance! The TI & Mad Beach Chamber is seeking help for its Information Kiosk at 113-1/2 - 107th Ave., in front of Vine & Grind. “This is the perfect volunteer gig, especially for those in business on our beaches,” said Chamber president Missy H. Hahn in announcing the opportunity. “It only requires a 3-hour commitment, and we can accommodate weekly or monthly schedules.” Contact the Chamber at 727-360-4121 and speak to Missy H. Hahn to volunteer. The Chamber holds business classes 10 - 11 am on the second Thursday of each month at the Chamber office, 245 – 107th Avenue,
Treasure Island, 33706. Chamber member Mel Lenahan (Charles Rutenberg Realty, Inc.) is coordinating these classes. Upcoming classes are: December 13: Anna Marie Millett, Investigator and Outreach Coordinator, Pinellas County Consumer Protection An overview of protecting consumers from unscrupulous practices and scams. Topics include auto purchase and repair, credit, home solicitation, financial literacy, landlord/tenant law, hiring a contractor, identify theft, scams, shopping tips, technology, telemarketing fraud, and charitable solicitations. January 10: Tom Cox, Attorney - Why and how to designate a Health Care Surrogate or Pre-Need Guardian, how to prepare a Last Will and Testament, and how to establish a
Revocable Living Trust, Durable Power-of-Attorney, Living Will and Limited Liability Company. February 14: Shrimatee Ojah-Maharaj, Urban Planning/Economic Development March 14: Hon. Mike Twitty, Pinellas County Property Appraiser
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Wreaths Across America Dec. 15 at Bay Pines The tradition of placing wreaths on the graves of fallen soldiers and veterans started in 1992 at Arlington National Cemetery. Wreaths Across America has grown to include cemeteries all 50 states, and more than 20 cemeteries overseas.
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The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, Caravel Chapter, has a mission this year to place a wreath at every veteran’s grave on December 15 at Bay Pines on Bay Pines Blvd. in St. Petersburg. The 2018 Wreaths Across America ceremony will be held Saturday, December 15, at Bay Pines National Ceremony at 12:00 noon. The wreaths are due to be delivered at at 10:00 AM that morning. Trucks will be unloaded and the laying of the wreaths will take place at 11:00 AM. The ceremony will take place at noon. To volunteer to help lay the
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PINELLAS COUNTY
Pinellas County emergency management officials hired contractors to minimize the effects of red tide on our beaches and tourism. The county has received a reported $4.3 million, and has requested $3 million more in emergency funds to help defray expenses thanks to a state of emergency declaration by Governor Rick Scott. Help is available to pay for out-of-pocket expenses associated with ambulance transportation costs through Sunstar membership. Membership covers some of the cost that insurance does
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not. Savings available for individuals and families, with or without insurance. Coverage may begin as early as January 1, 2019. Applications are available at www.pinellascounty.org/ firstcare Info call Sunstar at (727) 582-2008.
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The Florida Aquarium has signed another historic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Acuario Nacional de Cuba (National Aquarium of Cuba) which focuses on coral reef protection and restoration. The partnership, which started in 2015, is the only official agreement between the Acuario Nacional de Cuba and any aquarium or AZA (Association of Zoos and Aquariums) institute in the United States.
Progress is under way. A new state of the art Regions Bank opens, an old eyesore derelict Chinese restaurant disappeared and Autozone is building out between Publix and Pasadena Jewelers new spot. We reported last issue that Verducci had moved to the building next door, where they had opened the market a couple years ago. Johnny is running that location. We had Thanksgiving dinner there. The food was as awesome, as always, and the building a big improvement.
While Johnny was preparing to move here, his partner Vinny Fortunato has been preparing a new space at South Pasadena shopping center, where he just opened the latest Fortunato’s Restaurant. PN
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The next 30 years shaped the modernization of the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office. After 1972, the organization expanded services by adding the flight, marine, and K-9 units. In addition to displaying photos of some of our greatest accomplishments, like the narcotics seizure of the 1980s when officers found cocaine inside cedar planks, we also have more lighthearted photos involving community engagement. After Star Wars came out in 1977, the sheriff’s office used Darth Vader in schools to encourage kids to stay safe and prevent crime.
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office has a rich history filled with heroism, hardship, and even humor. For years, we have housed pieces of our heritage in the lobby of the Sheriff’s Administration Building. Now, we have a second location to display more of these items at the Lowe House in Heritage Village in Largo.
A living history museum just down the road from our administration building is the perfect place to showcase important artifacts and information about former sheriffs and milestones in law enforcement.
The Lowe House, where the exhibit is located, was built in 1888 and gives visitors a glimpse into what life looked like for the early settlers of Pinellas County. Wesley Lowe and his wife, kids, and father lived in this house in Anona under Pinellas County’s first sheriff, Marvel Whitehurst, until the 1930s. The McMullen brothers’ homes are also in Heritage Village; they were prominent figures throughout Pinellas County’s law enforcement history. We feel privileged to honor those who have served the agency in this historic setting.
The Portraits of a Sheriff gallery begins in 1912 with, “The Formative Years,” of the sheriff’s office when the first courthouse and jail was built. The original county patrol officers focused on guarding the citrus
groves from thieves and investigating moonshine stills.
Visitors then enter into the next era of law enforcement by walking through old cell doors from our second jail—which housed inmates from 1918 to 1950. This room that focuses on Pinellas County Sheriffs from 1953 to 1972 is called “A Changing Force,” and displays a uniform from our patrol officers in the 1960s, a helmet that officers had to wear to protect them from rioters, and one of our first computers.
The community of Pinellas County witnessed major milestones during this time period, including the first female deputy, the first African-American deputy, and our first K-9—a bloodhound named Spotlight.
Our hope is that the families of Pinellas County will be enlightened and inspired by this unique telling of our sheriffs’ history. There is something for everyone to learn— even the kids can stay engaged by playing an interactive detective game.
The doors of the Lowe House are open, and we invite the citizens of Pinellas County to take a journey through the history of our sheriffs and their staff who have had, and continue to have, a large impact on people’s lives.
Heritage Village is free to the public 11909 125th St, Largo, FL 33774 Wednesday through Saturday 10am - 4pm, Sundays 1pm - 4pm www.pinellascounty.org/heritage (727) 582-2123
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SkIdderS reSTAurAnT Grand reopening ribbon Cutting Doug Izzo & Roxanne Anderson of the Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce hold the ribbon while owner nick Skadiotis brandishes the scissors, his son Ted beside him with Mayor Al Johnson and commissioners Ward Friszolowski and Melinda Pletcher looking on. The Grand reopening followed a complete interior rebuild that was quickly accomplished during the dog days of summer. Photo by Tropical Focus
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Pr otecting Young People
Last month, I wrote about the need to protect seniors from the hazards of the world. This month, we visit the other end of the spectrum, to discuss the need for parents and others to protect younger people from financial hazards that accompany emerging into adulthood.
Bequests to Younger Individuals Most people have When I counsel families about the possibilities of h minor children or younger adults becoming heirs Oth-or beneficiaries, most are unaware that individuals who e have not reached the age of majority are generally In this article, we will renot permitted to directly inherit property or money. v When a minor child is left an inheritance, or is named the beneficiary of life insurance, retirement plans, or other financial instruments or property, the court will require that a guardian be appointed to manage the inherited funds or property until the individual reaches the age of majority, at which time,any remaining assets will be distributed to the beneficiary.
This is problematic for two reasons – first,asset under Without most p circumstances, guardianship fees and costs can be very high, effectively reducing the final amount available for the beneficiary. The second is that the distribution to the minor occurs at the date of majority, which is age 18. Most 18 year olds are not equipped handle a large or even a small We to advise all of our clients to have bequest. Thankfully, there is a better way.
a thorough review of all insurance coverages – business and personal. Insurance is the Establishing a trust for the benefit of the younger f Auto person is the recommended strategy to leave assets i as a bequest to a younger individual. A trust can be established as a living trust (existing during Do the lifen of the individual who is making the bequest), time Homeowner’s insur-the or as a testamentary trust (established through a giver’s last will and testament). A trust for the benefit
of a younger person can include a robust set of Umbrella poli“holdback provisions”, which are instructions to the trustee of when and how distributions can be made c to the younger beneficiary. For example, a trust may include terms that a young person who is named beneficiary can utilize their share for college Life insurance is expenses, medical expenses, support, or other e
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purposes without distributing funds to the beneficiary directly. The trust can specify an age for distributions of principal, or a series of distributions, at appropriate times when the beneficiary should be able to handle a larger sum of money.
529 plan, or establishing an IRA account for a younger student can also accumulate funds for college expenses at pre-tax savings.
For those who didn’t save enough, scholarship services can assist students in getting financial aid Assets can be placed in the trust for the benefitM and applying for scholarships that are often not well of the beneficiary, and the trust can be named the publicized. Parent planning These and careful completion mostly beneficiary of life insurance and retirement plans,i of the FAFSA form can also yield financial aid negating the need for the guardianship arrange- rewards that are not loan-based. ment. This is a preferred arrangement for all bequests to younger individuals. Military service is another great option for many young people, who can utilize the generous GI bill Power of Attorney issues for Young Adults benefits to pay for their college educations. While people do not realize that estate their military service is required, the modern military WhenMost an individual reaches the age of majority, p parents are no longer their legal guardians. In teaches job skills, leadership, and discipline, which Florida law provides thatand yourDad “nextFlorida, this means that Mom no longer will benefit the young person for a lifetime. Other o have the right to handle the legal affairs of their son institutions offer full scholarships to students who or daughter, or to make medical decisions for them, will commit to a term of service in a particular a trusted individual even if they are ill,Naming injured, or incapacitated. We rec- geographic area, or discipline, and these can also t ommend that all 18 year olds establish appropriate allow Pre and Post-nuptial agreements candegree at a student to obtain even a graduate power of attorney documents to name Mom andd little or no cost. Dad, or whomever they choose, to maintain these rights after adulthood. Florida does recognize Finally, advising the student to work Thenot only Weconsider very much recommend a review in during the concept of “next of kin” for these purposes, and school, to assist with college costs. The necessity w t so parents of young adults should be aware that to have a job while attending actually help Weschool assist will clients even though they may stillisbe contributing This part of estate financiallyi and not hinder the student, as they learn the realto their young adult, their right to control and make life skills of time management, and prioritizing long p decisions disappears at age 18, unless proper legal term goals over short-term indulgence. documents are established at that time. Other Life Lessons College Loans and Student Debt Navigating “the system” can often prove daunting Another financial plague affecting many young for a young person. Having an experienced adult people is the procurement of unwieldy amounts of mentor, whether it is a parent or other financiallyThe best time to protect your assets student debt, which becomes an oppressive finan- savvy individual who can assist them inisnavigating Many n cial burden when the student finishes school. banking, loans, health insurance, and other “adult” p Parents and mentors can assist students from sad- matters can ease the transition into adulthood and Most individuals would ben- being dling themselves with student debt in many ways. help them avoid costly mistakes. Consider The first smart way is to plan ahead. The Floridae such a mentor to the young people around you, as Prepaid College program allows parents to it benefits all of us for the next generation to become purchase college credit for their future college productive and responsible grown-ups! Chechele student for an in-state school, immediately after Law can advise parents and young adults about birth, at today’s prices. The return on investment in all of these issues, and help to establish all the this program is almost priceless, at the rate that col- appropriate planning tools necessary to win at lege tuition is rising. Investing in a tax-advantaged the game of life.
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travels through Property Law By tom Broderson, esq.
CLOSING COST $$$$?!?...
Whenever you buy or sell real estate, you encounter closing costs. Some are fixed payments to third parties, such as documentary stamps, which is a tax (70 cents per $100 based on the sale price) and is typically paid by the Seller (although everything is negotiable as between Buyer and Seller). Intangible tax is paid by the Buyer (35 cents per $100 based on the mortgage amount). Other fees are paid to the county for recording the deed, mortgage, condo approval, and documents needed to perfect title ($10 for the first page, $8.50 each for the rest).
Lenders have a list of other charges related to mortgages, which vary widely, but are normally paid by the Buyer, such as points (a form of pre-paid interest at 1% of the mortgage amount per point), application fees, document preparation fees, underwriting fees, flood certification and tax certificate fees (the lender hires a service to check the flood zone and that real estate taxes are paid), mortgage
insurance, and numerous other possible fees. There are strategies for minimizing loan costs, but we will discuss that in a future column. Real estate taxes for the current year are typically pro-rated, so the total is paid by the party in the home when the bill arrives (typically the Buyer), giving them a credit at closing for the number of days of the calendar year when the Seller held title.
The title insurance “Promulgated Rate” is set by state law, and varies based on the sale price. No one can charge more than promulgated, but it can be discounted. Nobody makes you discount it, so commercial title companies almost never do, but on larger transactions (such as over $500,000 or $1,000,000), we are happy to do so. Lenders also require title insurance on their security interest in the property, but we only charge $250 for that. Some title companies charge considerably more.
A title search costs about $125, and we examine the chain of title documents without further charge. Finally, there is usually a closing fee to the Seller and to the Buyer for the work involved in putting it all together and conducting the closing. This varies from about $150 each on the easiest closings, to $350 each or more, where there is extensive loan documentation and other complications. We make the simple pledge to “meet or beat” any other firms closing costs, and we mean it. Plus, you have your closing supervised by a real estate lawyer rather than a title company, for no extra charge.
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Madeira Beach, near the middle of our islands, seems to be leading the reconstruction boom and will create a small town atmosphere similar to downtown St. Pete. This example of small town core development with retail, parks, parking garages, boutique hotels, condos, marinas and restaurants will provide a model for responsible expansion in other barrier island towns. You’re invited to our live discussions at 5050 Gulf Blvd. S.P.B. for buyers, sellers and investors each Tues. from 4-5 pm to dig deeper into beach investment opportunities.
Barrier Islands originally protected the mainland from storms. Now, we live, work and play on them as our first choice for life betterment. Pinellas barrier islands consist of 27 miles of beach with 19 unique but underutilized towns. They begin south with Tierra Verde and north to Clearwater beach. Compared to Miami, Naples, Sarasota and Bradenton they are by far the best values in the state of Florida and possibly in the entire country. Why?
Best beaches in the country, affordability, best airport with most international and U.S. flights, arts and entertainment, median temp. 75 degrees, appreciation, recession resistant, varied lifestyles, peace of mind and fun. Coupled with no state income tax, foreign investment, homestead protection and up to 90% rental occupancy, our islands offer safe and ever increasing living and investment options. With unsustainable, inflating real estate bubbles in world cities, our barrier islands remain more stable and affordable. If you want to enter the Florida investment game at lower prices, our mainland home prices start at about $100.000.
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The greatest advantage of our islands is the potential to rebuild and modernize our towns due to increasing flood insurance. This seemingly negative FEMA flood insurance increase gives us incentives to modernize our towns for safety, security and increased values. Since 75% of homes are built on the ground, the 25% that are elevated are worth more. There are new hi-tech building systems which make rebuilding to new FEMA standards practical again. Check out nexgenframing.com and beachlifeprop.com for examples of new, patented, construction providing up to 225 mph wind protection.
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From Baltimore to St. Petersburg – Johns Hopkins to The Peabody at JH All Children’s Hospital & The Alexander Brown Restaurant Story by STEVE TRAIMAN ALL PHOTOS COURTESY OF OXFORD EXCHANGE / ALYSSA ROSENHECK
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It all began in Baltimore in the 1800s with three city leaders who made their marks in industry and philanthropy. Fast forward more than two centuries to the last six years with two new Tampa Bay and a third Baltimore restaurant and gathering spot.
George Peabody believed in the power and importance of education in the lives of others. One of his many legacies is The George Peabody Library, an institute he built for, and dedicated to, the citizens of Baltimore in 1857.(1) Johns Hopkins was inspired by his close friend George Peabody to use his great wealth for the public good, including major health care initiatives. The collaboration between these men and the institutions they created is the inspiration for The Peabody restaurant, which opened this past
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September 21 within Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital at 600 Fifth Street South in St. Petersburg. The Alexander Brown building at 130 East Baltimore Street has called the corner of Baltimore and Calvert Street home for over two centuries, providing an epicenter of banking and business to the city of Baltimore. It was named after banker, philanthropist and city leader Brown, whose family were close friends of the Johns Hopkins clan.(2) It has most recently been a bank, including Chase and Capital One. Today, the iconic building is setting out on a new chapter with a new type of commerce, while still holding on to its legacy. It’s not about starting over, it’s about embracing what you already have — and The Alexander Brown Restaurant hopes to do just that. The A.B. will provide a historic setting for modern conversation, phenomenal food, and worldly design.
Oxford Exchange Origins The two restaurants began with the Oxford Exchange and its mission to create something that would cultivate community and conversation. Designed in the spirit of human engagement, Oxford Exchange is ultimately a gathering place housing a collection of ideas and experiences under a single roof. As the name suggests, it drew inspiration from the historic clubs, libraries and shops of London, whose charm and history seem to spark spontaneous social interaction.(3) If community is the heart of Oxford Exchange, the history is most certainly its soul. Seated across the street from what was once Henry B. Plant’s legendary Tampa Bay Hotel at 420 West Kennedy Boulevard, the space has undergone several transformations throughout its lifetime. Originally constructed in 1891, it is believed to have begun as a humble stable. (Today, vintage horseshoes and milk bottles unearthed during renovations are displayed in the Commerce Club.) Then, beginning in the 1920s an arcade of local shops and businesses occupied the space, a principal feature echoed in the current design. After decades of vacancy, brother and sister tea, Blake Casper and Allison Adams sought to revive the space and establish something missing in their hometown: a place to belong. With inspiration from travels abroad and the assembly of a passionate team of experts, their idea began to take shape, while the space and its many uses evolved together.
Following painstaking restoration, most notably of the century old brickwork, a design that seamlessly blends the old with the new breathed new life into the space. And, finally, on September 24, 2012, Oxford Exchange opened its doors to the world. There may be nothing that brings people together as often as food and drink. A daytime affair, The Restaurant serves weekday breakfast and lunch, weekend brunch, and afternoon tea, where guests may be seated in an art-filled dining room with an open kitchen or the sunlit Conservatory, complete with creeping vines and a retractable glass roof. Showcasing continued attention to detail, the menu consists of fresh, seasonal, signature dishes, complemented by an array of premium coffees, teas, and cocktails for a new translation of the classic bistro. A retail bookstore and comfortable reading areas complement the restaurant. Steven Roberts is General Manager and Richard Anderson is Executive Chef. The opening led the design team to open the Oxford Design Studio, now in downtown Tampa. It has five full-time employees working on commercial and residential projects, handling interiors for all Oxford projects, with Jordan Winston as director.
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Two photos inside The Peabody Restaurant
The Peabody Restaurant
Dr. Jonathan Ellen approached Allison and Blake to bring an experience similar to the Oxford Exchange to the new Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital Research Facility at 600 Fifth Street South near downtown St. Pete. In collaboration with the teams behind Oxford Exchange, Oxford Creative Studio, Oxford Design Studio, and Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, The Peabody Restaurant was created.(1) Alison Adams told Paradise News, “We hope to honor our namesakes through this restaurant. The Peabody has been designed with the feel of the original Peabody library in Baltimore, with more than a thousand books in a half-dozen areas of the restaurant. It was Blake’s lifelong love of books that led to a bookstore in the original Oxford Exchange, and now the library motif at The Peabody.” At The Peabody, since its opening, the familiar aroma of coffee, the promise of a delicious meal, and the anticipation of friendly buzz offers a reprieve from the daily chaos. It is where the community as a whole comes to refill their cup, both proverbially and, often, quite literally. The Peabody team is headed by Bryan Peterson as General Manager with Rachel Bennett as Executive Chef. (1)
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Alexander Brown Restaurant Final construction stages are underway at the historic Alexander Brown building in downtown Baltimore. Founded in 1800, the building survived the infamous 1904 Fire and generations of change.(2) Blake and Allison had been approached by Ben Griswold, a Brown descendant, to convert the building into an iconic restaurant. With a liquor license in hand, staff being hired and construction moving forward, Matthew Foody, director, anticipates it will open in late January 2019.(4) Foody joined Caspers earlier this year to manage the new restaurant, after 20 years in the restaurant business. A graduate of the Johnson & Wales Culinary Institute, he also attended S.C. University. His experience includes The Capital Grille, Live Nation and Coopers Hawk, among others. "With all the custom work that’s going in and every piece that has to be approved and chosen with a great deal of scrutiny, we’re on track," he said. Caspers plans to invest close to $7 million in the project, including $1.7 million on interior upgrades to the restaurant, according to the state liquor board presentation. Foody added that the final result will be a restaurant that "should be on the bucket list for anybody who visits the city.”
Alexander Brown’s childhood in the Northern Ireland village of Ballymena, known for its Irish flax linens, would come to shape his early success in the U.S. In the late 1700s he emigrated to Baltimore with his brothers, his wife Grace and four sons, where he invested his extensive textile knowledge into his first venture, The Irish Linen Warehouse. As Brown’s trade routes grew, his markets expanded from linen to cotton, flour, wheat and tobacco, from which Alexander Brown & Sons became America’s first investment bank. With the help of his sons, Brown’s business extended to Philadelphia, New York City and even London. Alexander Brown & Sons most notably funded the Baltimore-Ohio Railroad, as well as Baltimore’s first public water system. Alexander Brown realized the American dream, becoming one of America’s first millionaires. When Brown died in 1834, the Baltimore American published an editorial expressing the general admiration and sense of loss Baltimore had experienced, excerpted here. (2) “Few men occupy so large a space in the esteem of a whole community as the deceased. As a merchant he stood in the first rank for ample means and the skill and enterprise with which his large concerns were managed. His energy was not more remarkable than the liberality of spirit which marked all his undertakings, and diffused widely among others the benefits of his
business success. In his social relations the same enlarged feelings made him always prominent in sustaining works of public utility, and forward in encouraging all charitable and philanthropic associations. As a citizen he was eminently valuable, and his loss is a subject of universal regret. Not less estimable in his private relations, to his family and personal friends this bereavement is an afflicting dispensation.” Alexander Brown & Sons was instrumental in Baltimore’s booming formative years and was a local institution until 1997 when it was purchased by a national bank. Twenty-two years later, the inspiring history and architectural legacy remain. It’s time to make Alexander Brown & Sons local again with the new Alexander Brown Restaurant. [Editor’s Note: Special thanks to Jess Anderson, Director of retail, Oxford Exchange and Allison Adams, (1) Peabodyrestaurant.com, (2) Alexanderbrownrestaurant.com, (3) OxfordExchange.com, (4) BaltimoreBusinessJournal.com, for their excellent comments and background.] [Steve Traiman is President of Creative Copy by Steve Traiman in St. Pete Beach, offering freelance business writing services. He can be reached via email at traimancreativecopy@gmail.com]
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GHD Coastal Home Christmas Message….
The holidays are here, and it’s time to enjoy our families and friends and remember what “gifts” we have as Americans. Aside from the opportunity that we have as Americans for a First Class education for our children, we are blessed with what I consider one of the most important necessities in society, that is, safe and sanitary housing for our families.
I certainly enjoy working with customers to build beautiful “upper end” homes along the Pinellas beaches, but few know that our company business plan, established in 1971, was to construct truly affordable housing for all income levels in Florida. During my 48 years in construction, we have built over 6,500 homes, a great percentage of which were for middle income Americans.
Even more important to us, GHD Construction Services, Inc. has constructed thousands of apartments for those who can’t afford homeownership. Then too, not known by many, GHD is one of Florida’s leading providers of affordable rental housing for our Veterans and homeless populations. We are presently building affordable apartment projects in Sebring, De Funiak Springs, and Okeechobee, to help as best we can, provide our veterans and lower income Floridians the affordable housing that they
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By tom smith - GHd Coastal Homes
deserve. Proper shelter is paramount for stability for families in order for them to better their lives. Without that housing foundation, it’s hard to progress in life.
It’s sad to see the horrendous pictures of Mexico Beach after Florida’s last hurricane. It’s been 97 years since a direct impact Hurricane has hit Pinellas County, but it is certainly going to happen sometime in the future. If you are considering building a home, my holiday recommendation is to build new and not spend your savings on extensive remodeling of grade level waterfront homes. Find an experienced builder that you can trust, and invest properly for your residential needs for your future. GHD Coastal Homes (a division of GHD Construction Services, Inc.) can help you find the right lot and price point for your budget. We have townhouses in Madeira Beach just one block from the beach from less than $500,000, and have our single family homes for those that want to live on the water. And a promise to as many Floridians as we can serve, GHD will continue to provide affordable housing for our much deserving vets and lesser income families. Giving back is not something we do just during the holiday season.
The goal of providing affordable housing in all residential price ranges is becoming ever more challenging. Land prices have escalated sharply over the years, new government regulations and impact fees greatly increase home costs, and then the “Supply/Demand” equation of construction costs is very evident. FEMA has now issued new restrictions which greatly impact all housing. That is the reality of housing costs that have historically increased greatly over the decades. If you are considering a new home, you might want to meet with the builder of your choice now to avoid tomorrow’s higher housing costs. All of us at GHD Coastal Homes wish you and your families a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
GHD Construction Services, Inc. has constructed 6,500 homes since 1971, and announces our GHD Coastal Homes for the Pinellas Beaches. Come visit our “Key West” Home at 239 144th Ave. N, Madeira Beach. If you have any questions pertaining to new home construction, feel free to come by the GHD model, call at (727) 954-8345, or email to: tweisser@ghdcsi.com. Meanwhile, look us up on our web site at www.GHDCoastalHomes.com.
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The Sacred Significance of Light
By dennis Merritt Jones
As we enter this sacred month with the observance of both Hanukkah and Christmas, I am taking an intentional “time out” to mindfully sit in the silence and reflect upon the significance of Light. Perhaps it is by no coincidence that the Winter Solstice begins on Friday, December 21, marking the shortest day of the year and the longest night. Throughout history people have celebrated the solstice because it signified the coming of the light—it held the promise that, as dark as things might appear at the moment, each new day the light would reveal more of itself, making way for longer days and shorter nights and the warmth of the coming season of growth and new life.
something opaque, not transparent, as long as
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of God’s goodness, it shines & turns transparent,
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While many may see the solstice as a secular event, the spiritual relevance and metaphor is equally important. The presence of light seems to bring a sense of hope, confidence and renewal to the human spirit. From a spiritual perspective when we capitalize the letter “L” in the word Light it becomes sacred, another name for God, Infinite Presence, The Beloved, The Christ, The Father, Jehovah, Elohim, Brahman, or whatever name you may hold as sacred.
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you ask yourself in amazement: Is this really my own life
I see before me?”
- Albert Schweitzer
With this in mind, may this season be about remembering the relationship between ourselves and the Creator and that the presence of
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Light signifies the unifying factor respective of the spiritual traditions we may honor. Light dispels darkness; it heals the sense of separation between ourselves and the Divine. Ralph Waldo emerson summarized this idea beautifully when he wrote, “From within or from behind, a light shines through us upon things, and makes us aware that we are nothing, but the light is all.”
Whether we are celebrating the miracle of Light at the center of the Hanukkah celebration, or the miracle birth of the man named Jesus who so fully embodied the Light that he demonstrated his oneness with the Fathe, Light has long been a symbol for the eternal Presence of God manifesting as Love, Faith, Wisdom, Courage, Forgiveness, Strength and Peace.
A remembrance of Infinite Presence in our lives becomes the motivating factor that results in actions of loving-kindness, compassion, authentic power, gratitude and generosity of spirit. In this amazing Season of Light we are each given ample opportunities to be the reflectors of that Light by simply remembering who we are and why we’ve come to the planet. It is in the spirit of this remembrance I say: • May you take time to focus on what matters most in your chosen spiritual tradition and honor it with the sacred intention
of your time and attention. • May you have ample opportunities to witness the Divine birth of Love in the world each time you see the Light of the Beloved in the eyes of others, regardless of the spiritual path they have chosen. • May you be the Light that defuses the darkness in the lives of those who are isolated in the shadows of their own personal struggles and sense of hopelessness. • May the sacredness of this Season of Light illumine your way, allowing you to fully see and use the gift of your life in a manner that honors the giver of the gift. • May you always remember you are the Light of the world and the world greatly needs the Light you bring. • May you fully realize and embrace how loved you truly are by those around you as well as the Infinite One, and • May the peace that passes all understanding reside in your heart in this Season of Light and forever therein live.
While I have only had the pleasure and privilege of writing my column for the Paradise News for the past few months I feel very connected to this wonderful community. Know that I wish you and yours the most meaningful Season of Light you’ve ever known. With Peace, Dennis Merritt Jones www.DennisMerrittJones.com
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Holiday Celebrations! Through Sunday, december 23 – Victorian Christmas Stroll 10 am – 8 pm, $15 Adults / $13 Seniors / $9 Youth, Henry Plant Museum, 401 W Kennedy Blvd., Tampa. Celebrate the warmth and spirit of an old fashioned holiday. Complimentary cider and cookies. Holiday music. 813.254.1891 plantmuseum.com
Through december 24 – Free Photos with Santa and Snow 4 – 9 pm Friday/noon – 9 pm Saturday/noon – 5 pm Sunday/11:30 – 3:30 Christmas Eve, Free, Sundial, 153 2nd Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Snow falls nightly from 6 – 9 pm at the top and bottom of the hour. 727.800.3201 sundialstpete.com Through Friday, december 28 – Merry & Bright: 2018 Holiday Show & Sale 9 am – 5 pm Monday – Saturday/Noon – 5 pm Sunday, Free, Morean Arts Center, 719 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg. Supports local artists and gives you the opportunity to pick up some truly unique gifts for your friends and family this holiday season. 727.822.7872 moreanartscenter.org Through Sunday, december 30 – every Christmas Story ever Told 7 pm Wednesday & Thursday/8 pm Friday & Saturday/ 2 pm Saturday and Sunday, $25 – $50, freeFall Theatre Company, 6099 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. A hilarious mashup of your favorite Christmas stories and carols. This madcap romp is perfect for the whole family. 727.498.5205 freefalltheatre.com
Through Sunday, december 30 – Holiday Lights in the Garden 5:30 – 9:30 pm, $4 Suggested Donation/ Under 12 Free, Florida Botanical Gardens, 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo. Delight in the shimmering lights, holiday entertainment, beautiful flora and warmth of the season. Special visits from Santa. 727.582.2100 flbg.org
Through Sunday, december 30 – Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley 7 pm Wednesday & Thursday/2pm Saturday & Sunday/ 8 pm Friday & Saturday, Prices vary, American Stage, Raymond James Theatre, 163 Third St. N, St. Petersburg. Inspired by one of the most beloved literary romances of all time, Miss Bennet will enchant Jane Austen fans and newcomers alike. americanstage.org
Through Sunday, december 30 – river of Lights 6 pm/7 pm/8 pm/9 pm/10 pm, $18 Child/$28 Adult, Tampa Convention Center (Pirate Water Taxi Home Dock: Stop #7), 333 S Franklin St, Tampa. View festive decorations, lighted bridges and other surprises along the Hillsborough River. Features a whimsical narration, Christmas Carolers, hot chocolate and a holiday cookie for all. piratewatertaxi.com/events/river-of-lights-2018
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Through Tuesday, January 1 – Holiday Lights in Largo Central Park 6 – 11 pm, Free, Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Dr., Largo. Features a spectacular holiday light display, stunning carousel and seven-story Ferris wheel that offers a breathtaking bird’s-eye view of the 70-acre Largo Central Park and more than two million dazzling LED lights. Rides are $5 each. 727.587.6740 facebook.com/events/2480752145323627 Through Tuesday, January 1 – Waterfront Lights and display Free, North Straub Park, South Straub Park, Pioneer Park, Al Lang Park and Albert Whitted Park, St. Petersburg. See thousands of holiday lights and decorations. Don’t miss the giant greeting card display along Bayshore Dr. at Vinoy Park made by local teens from St. Petersburg’s recreation centers. Free visits with Santa on selected dates. stpeteparksrec.org/holidayevents
Through Thursday, January 3 – oakdale Christmas Light display 6 – 10 pm, Free, 2719 Oakdale Street S, St. Petersburg. This event is among the largest and longest running home displays in the United States. One-half acre in size, Approximately 1/4 million lights. christmasdisplay.org
Through Saturday, January 5 – Winter Village Times vary, Free to attend, Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, 600 N Ashley Dr., Tampa. The park is transformed with the sights, sounds and activities of the holidays for children and adults of all ages featuring 10 boutiques, specialty drinks and treats and an outdoor ice skating rink ($14). wintervillagetampa.com Through Sunday, January 6 – Winter’s Wonderland 10 am – 6 pm, $19.95 – $24.95, Clearwater Marine Aquarium, 249 Windward Passage, Clearwater. Experience Winter’s Wonderland with lights and decorations all around the aquarium. See the holidaythemed habitats and wish happy holidays to the animals. Watch and interact with Santa and his elves as they dive in Mavis’s Rescue Hideaway. See the lights around Clearwater Bay on the Sea of Lights boat cruise. 727.441.1790 seewinter.com Saturday, december 1 – 8th Annual Lighting of the Christmas Trees 4 – 7 pm, Free, Downtown Tierra Verde. A visit from Santa, a pet parade, raffle prizes, games for kids of all ages, live music and entertainment. tierraverdebusinesspartnership.com/treelighting
Saturday, december 1 – Florida orchestra Guild’s Holiday Tour of Homes 10 am – 4 pm, $25 Advance/$30, NE St. Petersburg. Each residence will be decorated in holiday traditions unique to the family living there. In addition to decorating interior spaces, many of the homeowners expand the holidays into outdoor patio and pool areas.
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All proceeds will benefit The Florida Orchestra. For ticketing information, call 727.254.1176.
Saturday, december 1 – Holly Fest Bazaar & Luncheon 10 am – 2 pm, $15, Treasure Island Community Center, 154 106th Ave., Treasure Island. Wonderful crafts, money tree, 50/50, baskets, jewelry and holiday shopping. Lunch served at noon. Benefits city beautification projects. BJ Flowers 863.420.1226 or Judy Koepkey 615.556.4977
Saturday, december 1 –Jingle Bell kids Seawall Fishing Tournament Noon – 5:45 pm, Free with a donation of an unwrapped toy and a non-perishable food item John’s Pass, Madeira Beach. Kids 16 years old & younger are invited to fish the seawall tournament & join in the holiday festivities including one of the biggest kids’ raffles you’ve ever seen. Benefits Santa’s Angels and The Kind Mouse. anglerarmory.com/jingle-bell-kids-seawallfishing-tournament Saturday, december 1 – John’s Pass Village Tree Lighting 6:15 pm, Free, John’s Pass Village, Madeira Beach. A special guest will arrive courtesy of the Madeira Beach Fire Department. facebook.com/events/ 427827634417041/?active_tab=about
Saturday, december 1 – Snowfest 10:30 am – 3 pm, $5, North Straub Park, 400 Bay Shore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Activities include a big and kiddie toboggan slide, art tent, karaoke, moonwalk, giant slide and a Kiddyland area designed especially for preschoolers with inflatable train. stpeteparksrec.org/holidayevents
Monday, december 3 – Light up the night 7 pm, Free, Clymer Park, Gulfport Blvd. S, Gulfport. City of Gulfport holiday tree lighting, Music, light refreshments sing-a-long, Santa visits. 727.893.1118 visitgulfportflorida.com
Monday, december 3 – Sundial St. Pete Menorah Lighting Celebration 5 – 8 pm, Free, Sundial, 153 2nd Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Rabbi Alter Korf of the Chabad Jewish Center presides over the lighting of the area’s largest menorah to celebrate Hanukkah, along with traditional foods from Locale Market, a line-up of world-class performers and activities for every member of the family. 727.800.3201 sundialstpete.com
Wednesday, december 5 – Mrs. Santa Luncheon & Fashion Show 11:30 am, $85, The Club at Treasure Island, 400 Treasure Island Causeway, Treasure Island. Relax and enjoy the beauty and spirit of the season. Benefits Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. Contact Judy Keyak jkeyak@tampabay.rr.com
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Holding its holiday exhibition, ”All Decked Out” at the Octagon Arts Center, Unitarian Universalist Church of Clearwater, 2470 Nursery Road, Clearwater, FL 33764, through January 10, 2019.
Regular gallery hours are Tuesdays-Fridays, 9AM to noon. The show will have Art-to-Wear clothing and accessories along with a premier exhibition of dyed fabrics named Reflections by Angie Knowles of St Petersburg, Florida.
All clothing will be created by members of the Surface Design Guild – hand-dyed, handmade, recycled, upcycled, and artfully embellished garments, shawls, scarves, and more. The items will be for sale and available to try on for size. Tampa Bay Surface Design Guild Is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2018 and meets the second Monday of each month in the Fellowship Hall at the Good Samaritan Church on Park Boulevard. Visitors are welcome at the meeting.
The Surface Design Guild was founded in the early 90’s by a group of eight women who wanted to share their knowledge and learn from each other. That small group became what is known today as the Tampa Bay Surface Design Guild and has grown to a membership of over 90 members from across the Tampa Bay region. Many of the members have had their art recognized both nationally and internationally. As a group they are committed to their original values of supporting each other’s artistic goals and sharing knowledge. Contact: www.SurfaceDesignGuild.com SurfaceDesignGuild@gmail.com Carol Gamel (727) 480-0391 ParadiseNewsFL.com | DECEMBER 2018
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more Holiday Celebrations! Wednesday, december 5 through Sunday, January 6 – Holidays at the Village 10 am – 4 pm Wednesday through Saturday/1 – 4 pm Sunday, Free, Heritage Village, 11909 125th St N, Largo. Enjoy holiday decorations, garland and greenery throughout Heritage Village. 727.582.2123 pinellascounty.org/heritage Thursday, december 6 – 3rd Annual Jingle Mingle 6 – 8:30 pm, $50, Sunken Gardens, 1825 Fourth St. N, St. Petersburg. Twinkle lights, holiday music by the St. Pete High ‘Pitchforks’ and soft jazz renditions of holiday favorites by Henry Ashwood promise a lovely beginning to the Season. Complimentary wine, beer, and hors d’oeuvres. facebook.com/SunkenGardensForever
Saturday, december 8 – Boca Ciega Yacht Club Lighted Christmas Boat Parade 6 pm, Free viewing, Starts at the Gulfport Municipal Marina, heads to Williams Pier, Town Shores, Kipps Colony, Pasadena Yacht & Country Club, Pasadena Golf Club Estates and Isla del Sol. sailbcyc.org/ChristmasBoatParade
Friday, december 7 – death By Chocolate 7 pm, $20/$25, Central Park Performing Arts Center, 105 Central Park Dr., Largo. This chocolate “heaven” will tempt your taste buds while holiday music fills the air. 100% of the proceeds raised by this event benefit and support local youth programs. 727.587.6793 largoarts.com
Friday, december 7 – Holiday Movies in the Park – The Christmas Story 7 pm, Free, Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Pete. Bring your blanket or lawn chairs and settle in for a holiday movie. It’s sure to be a fun evening for the entire family. stpeteparksrec.org/holidayevents
Friday, december 7 – Holiday Movie double Feature on the Beach 6:30 – 9:30 pm, Free, Archibald Park, 15100 Gulf Blvd, Madeira Beach. Enjoy two Christmas classics, How the Grinch Stole Christmas and Home Alone. Chairs available for reservation 727.612.3090. Food and drink specials at The Old Snack Shack, Madeira Beach facebook.com/events/ 351119459028614/?active_tab=about
Friday, december 7 – Silver Bells Luncheon 11 am, $100, St. Petersburg Yacht Club, 11 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Enjoy a “Holiday Extravaganza” including a sumptuous luncheon, entertainment by Maestro Mark Sforzini and members of the St. Petersburg Opera, plus a fabulous silent auction. ursula Carroll 727.367.9289
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Sunday, december 9 – robby’s Pancake Breakfast 8 am – noon, $5, Treasure Island Community Center, 154 106th Ave., Treasure Island. Pancakes, sausage patties, coffee & tea, juice. $5 Bloody Marys. Bring a new unwrapped toy or food to help fill the Red Sled for Foster Care Kids.
Monday, december 10 – Christmas With Michael W. Smith 8 pm, $69/$79, Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland Street, Clearwater. Multi-GRAMMY® award winning artist Michael W. Smith returns to Clearwater with an evening of Christmas joy for his Capitol Theatre debut with very special guest Melinda Doolittle. 727.791.7400 rutheckerdhall.com/capitol-theatre
Thursday, december 6 – Bay Voices ensemble 6 pm, Free, Dalí Museum, One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg. The Tampa Bay male vocal ensemble under the direction of Stephen Allen will perform songs of the season on the steps of the Museum’s helical stairway. 727.823.3767 thedali.org Friday, december 7 – Boat Parade and Winter Festival in the Park 6 pm, Free, Horan Park, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach. Boat Parade Viewing Party to include live music, art projects for children, and a special visit from Santa! spbrec.com/special-events
brick streets, take in the festive decorations, home renovations and perhaps even pick up some decorating ideas. Proceeds benefit neighborhood improvements. honna.org
Saturday, December 8 – Christmas Parade and Santa’s Visit to Whoville 11 am, Free, St. Pete Beach. Starts at City Hall, 155 Corey Ave. and heads west down Corey Ave., south on Blind Pass Rd., east on 73rd to Bay St. and back to City Hall. Art projects, a movie and a special visit from Santa at the end of the parade will be at the St. Pete Beach Library. Best parade viewing areas will be along Corey Ave. After the parade, Santa will be at St. Pete Beach Library, 353 73rd Ave, with hot chocolate & snacks available. Parking will also be available at the Community Center. spbrec.com/special-events
Saturday, december 8 – Holiday Hoopla 10 am – 5 pm, Free, 3101 Beach Blvd. S, Gulfport. A celebration of arts, crafts, foods, holiday music and roving holiday characters set in a waterfront atmosphere. facebook.com/HolidayHooplaGulfport Saturday, december 8 – Madeira Beach Annual Festival of Lights Illuminated Boat Parade 6:30, Free viewing, Starts at ROC Park and heads down the Intracoastal Waterway to John’s Pass Village & Boardwalk. islandneighborschamber.org
Saturday, december 8 – Pinellas Park Christmas Parade 6 pm, Free, Starts at 58th St. and proceeds eastbound on Park Blvd. to The Shoppes at Park Place. This annual event rich in Christmas tradition is the perfect way to bring holiday cheer. Watch as festive floats parade down the streets of Pinellas Park. celebratepinellaspark.com/pinellas-park-holiday-parade Sunday, december 9 – Historic old northeast Candlelight Tour of Homes 3 – 8 pm, $25/$30, Historic Old NE, St. Petersburg. Tour eight beautiful and distinctive homes. Stroll the
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Tuesday, december 11 – Holiday Lights neighborhood Bicycle Tour 6 – 8:30 pm,$15 Members/$25 Non-members, 836 16th Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. Visit several of ‘Burg’s historic neighborhoods, making stops to look at the holiday lights/decorations as well as to hear a bit about neighborhood history. At the end of the ride, enjoy some refreshments on the verandah of the Elwyn home. 727.824.7802 preservetheburg.org
Tuesday, december 11 – new Horizons Band Holiday Concert 7 pm, Free, Catherine Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport. Celebrate the season. The New Horizons Band will be playing familiar holiday tunes plus pop hits. 727.893.1070 mygulfport.us
Wednesday, december 12 – Boley Angels Jingle & Mingle Holiday Brunch 10:30 am, $50, Club at Treasure Island, 400 Treasure Island Causeway, Treasure Island. A great opportunity to mix, mingle, jingle and bid on items to support the Boley Angels. Kathryn Juarez 727.821.4810 x 5724
Wednesday, december 12 – Hungrytown 6 – 7 pm, Free, St. Pete Beach Public Library, 365 73rd Ave., St. Pete Beach. The worldwide touring folk music duo presents a winter holiday themed concert. You won’t want to miss this. 727.363.9238 spblibrary.com
Thursday, december 13 and Tuesday, december 18 – Holiday Light Tours $8 Members/$10 Non-members, Gulfport Senior Center, 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport. Enjoy the sights of the season viewing the Lights of Lake Park Estates. Transportation provided by GEMS Gulfport Getaway. Seating is limited. Advance registration required. 727.893.2242
Friday, december 14 – Boley Centers’ 36th Annual Jingle Bell run 7:30 – 9 pm, $30/$35 Race Fee, Albert Whitted Park, 480 Bayshore Dr. SE, St. Petersburg. A 3-mile event that will feature 1,500 luminarias, 15 bands, three glow zones, snow, glow in the dark face paint, glow necklaces and thousands of merry runners, joggers, walkers and four-legged trotters! Participation supports housing for individuals and families who have been chronically homeless. runsignup.com/Race/FL/SaintPetersburg/ BoleyCentersJingleBellRun
Friday, december 14 – Christmas Carols by the Pitchforks 3 – 4 pm, Free, St. Pete Beach Public Library, 365 73rd Ave., St. Pete Beach. The St. Petersburg High School acapella group “Pitchforks” will regale you with sounds of the season. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Library. 727.363.9238 spblibrary.com
Friday, december 14 – Holiday Movies in the Park – The Santa Clause 7 pm, Free, Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Bring your blanket or lawn chairs and settle in for a holiday movie. It’s sure to be a fun evening for the entire family. stpeteparksrec.org/holidayevents Friday, december 14 – Treasure Island’s Holiday Lighted Boat Parade 6:20 – 8:15 pm, Free viewing, departs from The Club at Treasure Island and ends at John’s Pass. Dazzlingly decorated boats circle the city. mytreasureisland.org
Saturday, december 15 – 93.3 FLZ Jingle Ball 2018 7 pm, $41 – $151, Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa. Annual holiday concert. All-star performers will include Shawn Mendes, Marshmello, Khalid, NF, Bebe Rexha, Bazzi and Sabrina Carpenter. 813.301.6500 amaliearena.com Saturday, december 15 – An old Florida Christmas 11 am – 4 pm, Free, Manatee Village Historical Park, 1404 Manatee Ave. E (SR 64), Bradenton. Familyfriendly entertainment including musical performances, make-and-take seasonal crafts, heritage artisans, food vendors, and vintage silent holiday films – something to delight every age. manateevillage.org
Saturday, december 15 – Let It Snow 6:30 – 9 pm, Free, Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Dr., Largo. Santa, kids’ snow slide (additional cost), lighted motor cyces at 7:45, holiday gift market with more than 60 local merchants, holiday characters, children’s crafts and fun Christmas photo ops. playlargo.com/special_events.php
Saturday, December 15 – Senior excursion to Holiday Lights in the gardens 4:30 – 9:30 pm, $15 Bus transportation only, departs from Community Center, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach. Delight in the shimmering lights, holiday entertainment, beautiful flora and warmth of the season. Pre-registration required. 727.363.9245
Saturday, december 15 and Sunday, december 16 – St. Petersburg Holiday of the Arts 10 am – 5 pm, Free, South Straub Park, 198 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Artisans from across Florida and throughout the United States journey to St. Petersburg to create an outdoor gallery comprised of the most beautiful and stunning original and handmade art. paragonartevents.com/S-82-St.+Petersburg +Holiday+of+the+Arts.html
Saturday, december 15 and Saturday, december 22 – A Very Misfortunate Christmas 8 pm, $15, Spitfire Theater, 14 18th St. S, St. Pete. A holiday romp that will leave you gasping for breath, sniffing the soup, and wondering who will win the mysterious present under the tree. Once again with inappropriate comments, misheard names, moments of deep suspicion, and of course, shadow puppets. spitfiretheater.com
Saturday, december 15 through Sunday, december 30 – Gingerbread Village 10 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday/10am – 6 pm Saturday/1 – 6 pm Sunday, Activity included with general admission, Glazer Children’s Museum, 110 W. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa. Celebrate the holidays as the Museum transforms into a gingerbread wonderland. Build your own sweet design with festive materials and decorations, and add it to a cardboard gingerbread house. glazermuseum.org
Sunday, december 16 – Cirque Musica Holiday Presents Wonderland 7 pm, $25 – $85, USF Yuengling Center, 4202 E Fowler Ave., Tampa. This show blends the spellbinding grace and daredevil athleticism of today’s greatest circus performers with the sensory majesty of a symphony orchestra performing the greatest holiday music of all time. 800.745.3000 yuenglingcenter.com
Sunday, december 16 – Annual Christmas Concert – ‘Tis the Season 7 pm, Free, Pasadena Community Church, 227 70th St. S, St. Petersburg. Usher in the season with a beautiful reminder of the “reason for the season.” Choir, camerata, instruments and narrators celebrate the Christmas story with carols and songs of the season. 727.381.2499
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more Holiday Celebrations! Sunday, december 16 – Suncoast Jazz Society Christmas dinner & dance 6 pm, $35/$40, Cove Cay Country Clubhouse, 1949 Cove Cay Dr., Clearwater. Christmas concert featuring the Terry Meyers Quartet. Dinner catered by Banquet Masters. Reservations: 727.215.2938 or jazzreservations@aol.com
Sunday, december 16 – Matinee opera Players: The Holiday extravaganza 3 – 5:30 pm, Donations accepted, Pinellas Park Performing Arts Center, 4951 78th Ave. N, Pinellas Park. The St. Petersburg Ballet Company will open the show with scenes from the Nutcracker. Listen to traditional holiday songs like White Christmas, Silent Night and other favorites. Family-friendly, complimentary snacks at intermission, raffles, door prizes, and plenty of free parking. 727.204.4163 MatineeOperaPlayers.org Sunday, december 16 – nutcracker Tea 11:30 am – 1 pm, $25 Members/$30 Non-members, Glazer Children’s Museum, 110 W. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa. Join ballet dancers from Next Generation Ballet for high tea as they perform scenes from Nutcracker. There will be a ballet workshop with the performers, photo opportunities, hot tea and light food. glazermuseum.org
Thursday, december 20 – Holiday Arts + Crafts Bazaar 4 – 6 pm, Free, Dalí Museum, One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg. Enjoy the seasonal ambiance & holiday music. Melting clock and mustache ornaments from the Museum Store will be available for purchase, as well as the unique paintings, pottery, photography, jewelry, books, glassware and fabric arts & crafts created by in-house artists, artisans and makers. 727.823.3767 thedali.org
Friday, december 21 – Holiday Movies in the Park – Santa Paws 7 pm, Free, Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Pete. Bring your blanket or lawn chairs and settle in for a holiday movie. It’s sure to be a fun evening for the entire family. stpeteparksrec.org/holidayevents
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Monday, december 31 – First night St. Pete 4 pm – 12:15 am, $12 Adults / $5 Children 6 – 12 / Free Children 5 and under. Various venues in Downtown St. Petersburg. The largest family friendly New Year’s Eve Celebration of the Arts in the state of Florida. Ring in the New Year with music, drama, games, comedy, lights, dance, fire, bubbles, stories, creative fun and fireworks. firstnightstpete.com Monday, december 31 – 2018 new Year’s eve Gala 8 pm – 1 am, $35, Gulfport Casino, 5500 Shore Blvd. S, Gulfport. Music, dancing, full cash bar, gourmet dessert, party favors, a champagne toast at midnight, a free 4x6 photo and an unlimited amount of salty popcorn for your snacking pleasure. 727.239.5280 facebook.com/events/1863695976981091
Monday, december 31 – new Year’s eve at Selby Gardens 8 pm – 1 am, $250, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 900 S Palm Ave., Sarasota. A black-tie event featuring a private journey through tropical holiday light displays, passed hors d’oeuvres, a seated four - course dinner, live entertainment and dancing, a champagne toast and a perfect view of fireworks overlooking the Sarasota Bay. 941.366.5731 selby.org Monday, december 31 – new Year’s at noon 10 am – 2 pm, $5 Members/$15 Non-members, Great Explorations Children’s Museum, 1925 4th St. N, St. Petersburg. Ring in the New Year starting with a dance party, craft your own festive hat, enjoy sparkling juice and tasty treats but most importantly watch more than 1000 balloons drop at noon as we celebrate the New Year together. 727.821.8992 greatex.org
Monday, december 31 – nYe@MFA 7:30 pm – 1 am, $175 Party/$350 Dinner + Party, Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Drive. NE, St. Pete. Dinner includes open bar, special seated dinner with piano bar and American songbook cabaret performance and access to special exhibitions. Party includes open bar, desserts, savory bites, dancing to music, access to the special exhibitions and midnight champagne toasts while watching First Night St. Pete fireworks. 727.894.4638 mfastpete.org
Monday, december 31 – rock Around the Clock 7 pm, $95, Banquet Masters, 13355 49th St. N, Clearwater. Ring in 2019 with a full dinner (tip included), show, dancing to salsa, rock & disco with complimentary champagne at midnight. 727.541.7876 comedyhall@aol.com
Monday, december 31 – Swingin’ the new Year 9 pm to 1 am, $30 and up, The Coliseum, 535 4th Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Grand New Year’s Eve celebration for the whole family. Music featuring gloria West, dancing, midnight countdown, balloon drop, party favors, noisemakers, cash bar and more. 813.220.3911 newyearswing.com
Monday, december 31 – Toast by the Coast 8 pm – 1 am, $120, Tradewinds Island Resort, 600 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. Featuring two live bands (Motel Funk and The Railway Kings), photo booth, champagne toast and balloon drop at midnight, party favors, extensive hors d’ oeuvres buffet, chef’s carvery and pasta bar and decadent dessert table. Reservations: 727.363.2258 tradewindsresort.com/index
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One of the world’s most beautiful and extensive collections of jewelry is making its way to the Museum of Fine Arts in St. Petersburg, Florida, for only its second showing ever. More than 135 pieces of jewelry and objects from Bunny Mellon’s incredible collection of designs by the famous jeweler and artist Jean Schlumberger. After premiering at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts last year, Jewels of the Imagination is heading south for the winter. Opening December 15th, the incredible exhibition will be displayed in conjunction with an exclusive exhibit at the St. Petersburg MFA, Drawn to Beauty, which features original drawings and photographs highlighting the artist and his work. Mrs. Mellon’s jewelry and jeweled objects comprise the largest and most extensive public collection of work by the artist.
NEVER BEFORE SEEN
Acting as a complementary exhibition to Jewels of the Imagination, Drawn to Beauty will offer visitors the chance to delve further into the process of the great designer Jean Schlumberger. Featuring jewels, sketches, photographs, objets d’art and personal items belonging to the artist, the exhibition will be on display for the first time ever. Many of the items on view, borrowed from the Tiffany & Co. Archives and private collections, have never been on display for the public.
THE ARTIST AND HIS MUSE BUNNY MELLON AND JEAN SCHLUMBERGER Rachel Lambert “Bunny” Mellon was a noted horticulturist, art collector and philanthropist. Her collection of Schlumberger’s work ranges from necklaces and bracelets to cigarette cases and salt cellars. Her love of gardening inspired many of the artist’s botanical pieces, and the two were frequent collaborators. Jean Schlumberger started his career designing for the famed fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli, before heading his own salon at Tiffany & Co. His work was avant-garde and surrealist, and appealed to the most independent and stylish women of the time including the likes of Gloria Vanderbilt, Jacqueline Kennedy, Audrey Hepburn, Diana Vreeland, and of course, Bunny Mellon.
EXHIBITION DESIGN BY RUSH JENKINS
Rush Jenkins of WRJ Interior Design, known for his remarkable exhibitions of legendary personal collections, has designed more than 40 exhibitions for Sotheby’s New York. “I am thrilled to be doing another Bunny Mellon exhibit,“ Jenkins says,“every exhibition I do unfolds like a novel, revealing unexpected delights around every corner.” To find out more about the exhibition, please contact Kyle Parks, 727.895.5030, kyle@ b2communications.com
A Treasure Island Gift - by Peter A. Roos
If you are looking for a treasure for someone special for the holidays, New Year’s, Valentine’s, an upcoming wedding, special anniversary or birthday, or something to reward yourself, there’s no need to fight crowds at the mall or waste countless hours shopping online. Save yourself the aggravation. Diamond expert and jewelry consultant Beverly Diny is celebrating her 3rd anniversary in “Downtown Treasure Island” and her 35th in the jewelry business, with the biggest sale of her career. Her Treasure Island location is “exceeding expectations, thanks to Paradise NEWS spreading the word” says Beverly, excitedly. Residents have learned they can trust her to find quality jewelry they will cherish forever at a fair price. Beverly also loves to help residents make over older or inherited jewelry that otherwise just gathers dust, creating new treasures. For the 2018-19 holiday & winter season, Diny’s little jewelry store, just north of the clock tower, is packed with quality gift merchandise in every price range. Stop in, tell her what you are dreaming of and give her a budget. Normally open 11 - 6 Tuesday – Friday and 11 - 3 on Saturday, Expanded holiday hours are… 10 - 6 Monday - Friday & 10 - 4 Saturday - Tell her Paradise NEWS sent you. Luxury Financing is Available, with easy deferred interest payments! Apply for a Diny’s Charge Today! Stop in at Diny’s Fine Diamonds, 130 107th Ave., TI FL 33706. Call Beverly at 727-513-3469 (DINY) or visit www.DinysFlorida.com
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What’s a Pink Martini?
by Peter A. Roos A global musical sensation, the twelve member Pink Martini Orchestra performs January 27th at Mahaffey Theatre, fresh from a European tour.
F
ounder, bandleader, pianist Thomas Lauderdale says “Pink Martini is a rollicking around-the-world musical adventure … if the United Nations had a house band in 1962, hopefully we’d be that band.”
In 1993 Lauderdale was working in politics in Portland, Oregon, his hometown, with his eye on the mayor’s job. A musician at heart, Lauderdale was dismayed that the music he found at political fundraisers was “underwhelming, lackluster, loud and un-neighborly.” Drawing inspiration from music from all over the world – crossing genres of classical, jazz and old-fashioned pop – and hoping to appeal to conservatives and liberals alike, he founded the “little orchestra” Pink Martini in 1994 to provide more beautiful and inclusive musical soundtracks for political fundraisers for progressive causes such as civil rights, affordable housing,
environment, libraries, public broadcasting, education and parks.
and scores of years past and rediscovering beautiful songs.”
Pink Martini vocalist China Forbes had met Lauderdale at Harvard where their creative collaboration began through on Campus socializing and late night meetings in the common to sing Puccini, Verdi and an occasional Streisand cover. She’d been writing folk rock songs and playing guitar in New York City when Thomas recruited her for Pink Martini Orchestra. They began to write songs together for the band.
“The overarching goal is to create a cohesive body of beautiful songs with beautiful melodies. And then it all just extends outward from there. Because the interests of the band are so diverse – two percussionists who spend a lot of time in Brazil; another percussionist who grew up in Cuba; a German speaking trombone player who studied with all the brass section of the Chicago Symphony and likes Miles Davis; an African American singer who studied French and Italian and sings in 14 different; languages; a cellist who speaks Mandarin – because of this diversity inside the band, there are endless ideas. On a bad day it can just seem all too dizzying. But hopefully in the larger picture, it is a more accurate representation of America in 2009.”
Their first “Sympathique” – with the chorus “Je ne veux pas travailler” (“I don’t want to work”) – became an overnight sensation in France, and was even nominated for “Song of the Year” at France’s Victoires de la Musique Awards. Inspired by romantic Hollywood musicals of the 1940s or ‘50s … but with a global perspective. “We’re a bit like musical archeologists, digging through recordings
Band Members include: China Forbes · Thomas Lauderdale · Dan Faehnle · Maureen Love · Derek Rieth · Gavin Bondy · Brian Lavern Davis · Timothy Nishimoto · Nicholas Crosa · Phil Baker · Robert Taylor · Martín Zarzar · Pansy Chang ParadiseNewsFL.com | DECEMBER 2018
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The Downtown Concierge
By Nanette Wiser • Photos by City of St. Petersburg & Sundial
Joy to the world starts with a (Beau n Mo’s Italian eating House) won gift certificate to a new restaurant or both the top popular and judges’ vote. craft brewery experience, or local Pipo’s has a new location on wares from your favorite shops. 22nd St. South, and Bento Asian Kitchen We’re loving fig balsamic vinegar & Sushi opened next to the waterfront from Kalamazoo Olive Oil, everything Publix. Martini lovers have a new reason at Mazzaro’s and dark chocolates to like Mondays with Absolutely Martini at from Pinellas Chocolate Company. TheTapRoom@Hollander Hotel. There are growlers from green Bench Discover Kenwood Organic and 3 Daughters, bubbly from Produce, a zero waste produce stand at Mermosa, brewing supplies from 3325 5th Ave. N, selling produce and Avid Brewing in Grand Central, homemade sauces, jellies, veggie patties, foodie gifts at The Annex and almond milks, dried veggie and fruit chips Kozuba Distillery spirits. and more. Coming this winter, Alto Mare If you haven’t found your Fish Market will open next to Annata’s. City of St. Petersburg - Mayor Kristman & Santa one-of-a-kind gift on Etsy, then head to French casual cuisine and home goods, Below - marching band @The Mall at SUNDIAL the myriad of pop-up markets downtown, from check out Left Bank Bistro on MLK in Crescent Heights.Souzou, near the Palladium is now Sake 23. the edge to WAdA. Brocante, The Royal Palm (Intermezzo) and the Indie Market as well as On Sundays, Bubbles at the Birch is the place to be at 4 pm, after Sunday at Saturday Morning Market. Cool crafts and The Independent for the Jazz Project or at candles, unique jewelry and iconic cards Delmar gastropub for music. It’s a toss-up can be found at ZaZoo’d, Pieces of a Dream and Mis en Chic. between music at Ale & The Witch or Hideaway as Get in the holiday spirit with Nightly the sun goes down. Sunday is truly funday in DTSP! December 11 is the Dine & Wine Tour Snowfall at The SuNDIAL, where Santa is ready starting at The Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg for photos Friday - Sunday. Family Blessing, Resort & Golf Club the “Grand Dame” of downshowcasing local talent, is at Duke energy Center for the Arts – Mahaffey Theater Dec. 8th town St. Pete and while sipping a signature cockand tickets are going fast for Cirque Holidaze 12/29 and 12/30. tail then on to The Birchwood for wine & food pairing and a visit to Nate Najar’s holiday spectacular kicks off at The Palladium 12/13. The Canopy roof top restaurant. Stroll to Sun Dial’s celebrity chef Speaking of Intermezzo Coffee & Cocktails, Michael Mina owned Locale Market and Farm Table Cucina and Jarrett Sabatini is hosting a pop-up holiday bar from Manhattan end up at Flûte & Dram for a taste of the good life with a champagne through New Year’s Eve. Miracle started out as a pop-up Christmas and caviar tasting followed by with artisan baked desserts and coffee cocktail bar in NYC’s East Village in 2014 and has grown into a at Cassis St. Pete. The ongoing event is hosted by TampaBay Food must-see holiday destination in cities across the world. Meet guest tours and Flute & Dram. bartenders every Wednesday slinging holiday concoctions. Catch up with friends at Pet Pal’s Yappy Hour meet-up, Ester Venouziou and LocalShops1 hosted Top Local 6 pm at Pinellas Ale Works Dec. 13 or Dec. 20 at MFA’s Cocktails Chef Nov. 4th at Manhattan Casino, and Chef Beau Wallace & Collections.
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I’m a big fan of downtown’s eclectic wine shops that double as tasting rooms and tapas delights, including Wine Madonna, Hawthorne Bottle Shop, Winesmith and Lolita’s. When I want to know what to try, I always ask Jackie eash, Sommelier@ Sea Salt St. Pete.
Here’s her holiday recommendations. Bollinger R.D. 2004, Brut, Champagne: This one is a beauty. Fermented entirely in oak & matured under natural cork. The RD, recently disgorged, is only released a few months out of the year. The maturation process lends the wine a beautiful mouthfeel & the recent disgorgement maintains freshness & vivacity. Brilliant!!
gosset grand Reserve, Brut NV, Champagne: If a toasty biscuity Champagne is what you crave, then the Gosset Grand Reserve is right in your wheelhouse. This wine displays nice minerality & lovely notes of vanilla, almond, & brioche.
Schramsberg Vineyards, Blanc de Noir Brut, Napa Valley: From one of the premier sparkling wine houses in the U.S., Schramsberg has been in the forefront in crafting this American style sparkler. Your palate will thrill with flavors of red apple, peach, & melon giving way to graham cracker, a touch of sourdough, & finally a beautiful zip of acidity & a whisper of honey. Ca’ del Bosco, Franciacorta Cuvee Prestige NV, Italy: Perhaps one of Italy’s best kept secrets. This fresh lovely version of Champagne made in the traditional method, boast aromas of fresh fruit, & honey dew. The palate is focused & mineral with elegant herbal tones.
Segura Viudas, Brut Heredad Reserva, Spain: Presented in an iconic package that is easily one of the most recognizable bubblers on any wine shop shelf. This effervescent vino is all dressed up for the holidays & ready to grace your celebratory flutes with a whisper of toasty aromas, snippets of biscuit, & an abundant fruity palate.
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Art News Congratulations to Paige Williams, age 12, Grade 7 at Clearwater Fundamental School, for winning Tampa Bay Watch’s Annual Holidays in the Habitat Art Contest!
Paiges’ artwork will be featured on Tampa Bay Watch’s holiday greeting card. To view a gallery of all of this year’s entries, go to tampabaywatch.org.
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98 Rock’s Not So Silent Night with Halestorm
– Sunday, Dec. 16 - 7pm / $53 - $68.50
Moscow Ballet’s great Russian Nutcracker
– Wednesday, Dec. 26 -7pm & – Thursday, Dec. 27 - 3pm & 7pm / $34 - $99
Cirque Dreams Holidaze
– Saturday, Dec. 29 - 8pm & – Sunday, Dec. 28 - 2pm / $35 - $65
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– Sunday, Jan. 6 - 3pm / $41 - $74
Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular
– Thursday, Jan. 17 - 7:30pm / $39 - $49
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– Tuesday, Jan. 22 - 7:30pm / $54 - $81
Pink Martini
– Sunday, Jan. 27 - 7pm / $39.50 - $69.50
iLuminate
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Penn & Teller
– Friday, Feb. 1 - 8pm / $37 - $72
ABBA Mania
– Tuesday, Feb. 12 - 7:30pm / $20.50 - $49.50
BB King Blues Band & Tito Jackson – Friday, Feb. 15 at 8pm / $45 - $75
Sarah Brightman
– Tuesday, Feb. 19 - 7:30pm / $68.50 - $253.50
Shen Yun
– Wednesday, Feb. 20, – Sunday, Feb. 24 / $80 - $150
Celtic Woman
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Make merry with freeFall! Every Christmas Story Ever Told
Celebrate the holiday season with a hilarious mash up of your favorite Christmas stories and carols at the freeFALL Theater, 6099 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, FL. Three actors, Michael Ursua, Dexter Lewis, and Sara DelBeato star in Every Christmas Story Ever Told plus Christmas traditions from around the world. It is perfect for the whole family! Runs december 1-30 each Wednesday CraftArt Festival 2018 hosted record-breaking crowds
More than 12,000 of St. Petersburg’s residents and visitors enjoyed the free 21st Annual CraftArt Festival Saturday, Nov.17 and Sunday, Nov. 18, at Florida CraftArt Gallery, Central Avenue and 5th Street in Downtown St. Petersburg. CraftArt Festival 2018 was presented by the red Apple Group with creations by over 100 of the nation’s best contemporary fine craft artists, artist demonstrations, food truck and, craft beers. The two-day festival featured handmade works in ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry, metal, paper and mixed media. CraftArt Festival also showcased the talents of seven emerging artists with the support of the DMG School Project. Emerging Artists received a free booth, photography session, postcards and the opportunity to show and sell their work at a premier festival. Florida CraftArt is Florida’s only statewide nonprofit organization representing established and emerging fine craft artists. Florida CraftArt, 501 Central Avenue in St. Petersburg. Janie Lorenz Business / Membership Manager www.FloridaCraftArt.org Our mission is to grow the statewide creative economy by engaging the community and advancing Florida’s fine craft artists and their work.
THe FLORIDA ORCHeSTRA continues to raise funds for music education
Kicked off by #givingTuesday November 27, support for The Florida Orchestra continues to create a huge impact on the quality of life for kids in Tampa Bay. Financial support of music education programs is critical to The Florida Orchestra’s mission to enrich and improve the quality of life in Tampa Bay.
The Florida Orchestra is expanding the TFo Teaching Artist Partnership with Pinellas County Schools and partnering with the Prodigy Cultural Arts Program, sponsored by university Area Community development Corporation and Hillsborough County.
Contact Josh Thornton at (727) 362-5423 orThe Florida Orchestra 244 Second Ave N, 4th Floor, St. Petersburg, FL 33701. BARRY MANILOW DONATeS NeW YAMAHA PIANO
To kick off Barry Manilow’s Music Project, a musical Instrument drive for Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts at Ruth Eckerd Hall, the public can donate a new or gently used Instrument for Free Tickets to Barry Manilow’s december 7 Holiday Concert at Amalie Arena. The instrument drop will be the Amalie Arena Box Office. Instruments will be distributed to local students and schools in need through the outreach efforts of the Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts. More information on the Manilow Music Project can be found at http://www.manilowmusicproject.org/. Contact: katie Pedretty, Director of Public Relations - 727.712.2774 kpedretty@RuthEckerdHall.net
Another Successful event on Clearwater Beach Seventh Anniversary “UNCORKED” Festival Sells Out Once Again
The Clearwater Beach Uncorked food and wine celebration, November 3-4, was once again a sell-out, welcoming more than 5,000 foodies to the Clearwater shore for food, wine and craft beer tastings, live cooking demonstrations and more. “On behalf of our entire team, I’m thrilled to share that our seventh anniversary event was a huge success, selling out both days, thanks to a growing and enthusiastic number of foodies, wine lovers and beer aficionados,” said Tammy Gail, event producer of Clearwater Beach Uncorked. Winners of the People’s Choice Awards (by category) included BJ’s restaurant & Brewhouse (Foodie Favorite); Castello Cheese Burger Bar (Best Décor); Cooper’s Hawk (Best Wine); and Stella Artois (Best Beer). A portion of the proceeds from Clearwater Beach Uncorked will benefit the St. Petersburg College Foundation. For more information on Clearwater Beach Uncorked and updates for next year’s festival, visit ClearwaterBeachUncorked.com. Follow Clearwater Beach Uncorked ALL DeCKeD OuT!
Tampa Bay Surface Design guild announces their holiday exhibition, All Decked Out, at the Octagon Arts Center, Unitarian Universalist
Church of Clearwater, 2470 Nursery Road, Clearwater, FL 33764, November 30, 2018, through January 10, 2019. The show features Art-to-Wear clothing and accessories along with a premier exhibition of dyed fabrics named by Angie Knowles . All clothing created by members of the Surface Design Guild – hand-dyed, handmade, recycled, up-cycled, and artfully embellished garments, shawls, scarves, and more. The items will be for sale and available to try on for size. Tampa Bay Surface Design Guild Is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2018 and meets the second Monday of each month in the Fellowship Hall at the Good Samaritan Church on Park Blvd. Visitors are welcome. www.SurfaceDesignGuild.com SurfaceDesignGuild@gmail.com Carol Gamel (727) 480-0391 2019 MuSe AWARDS Museum of Fine Arts February 8, 2019
MUSE PATRON OF THE ARTS AWARD recognizes an individual or couple who generously support charities, organizations, and/or individuals that work in or concern the arts. MUSE VISUAL ARTS AWARD recognizes an artist or organization that has achieved excellence in the visual arts. MUSE PERFORMANCE ARTS AWARD recognizes an artist or organization that has achieved excellence in the
performance art field, which is presented to an audience. MUSE LITERARY ARTS AWARD recognizes an artist or organization that has achieved excellence in the written word. MUSE ARTS AMBASSADOR AWARD recognizes a beloved artist (of any discipline) who is a stellar representative of the “City of the Arts” to the world. Fine Arts Museum, 255 Beach Drive NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 5th Annual St. Petersburg Holiday of the Arts held December 15-16
The FREE event is co-sponsored by the City of St. Petersburg and coordinated with the St. Petersburg Arts Alliance. It is held at South Straub Park, 198 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701. Hours are from 10 am to 5 pm, Saturday and Sunday.
Artisans from across Florida and throughout the United States journey to St. Petersburg to create an outdoor gallery comprised of original and handmade art. See works in painting, sculpture, jewelry, glass, ceramics, fiber and wearable art, photography, digital art, mixedmedia, metalwork, woodworking and more. The St. Petersburg Holiday of the Arts is directed by Paragon Festivals. Contact Bill kinney, Festival Director, for more information or to arrange interviews with artists. By e-mail at admin@paragonartfest.com or phone at (941) 487-8061.
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IkeBAnA InTernATIonAL - St. Petersburg Chapter • Monday, december 17, 2018 10 am – 2 pm. Will give a demonstration on floor arrangements called “Groundworks.” The demonstration highlights how structure is important in displaying large ikebana arrangements outdoors. Potluck lunch made by members to follow demonstration. Chapel on the Hill Church, Evans Hall, 12601 Park Blvd., Seminole, FL 33776 • Monday, January 21, 2019 from 10 am – 2 pm Ikebana International, St. Petersburg Chapter members will demonstrate the art of ikebana with tall arrangements in a program called “Going High.” The demonstration will highlight structure necessary to make tall arrangements for indoor or outdoor use. Bring your own lunch. Refreshments provided. Afternoon workshop to construct tall arrangements for members only. Chapel on the Hill Church, Evans Hall, 12601 Park Blvd., Seminole, FL 33776 *First time guests are free to attend demonstrations. Memberships available. To learn more, visit our website www.ikebanastpetersburg.com or call Hotline 727-303-1462
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Art News Dunedin Fine Arts Center (DFAC) unveils Newly Renamed Nancy and David Bilheimer West Wing
Peter Max:
The Retrospective 1960-2019
A newly-curated collection of artist legend Peter Max’s exquisite paintings will be on exhibition and available for acquisition in a presentation at Syd entel Galleries, Safety Harbor’s premier fine art gallery. Exhibition opens with previews on Saturday, January 12, & runs through Sunday, January 20, 2019. An uncrating event kicks off the exhibition on Friday, January 11 from 6-8 pm and not-to-be-missed Gallery receptions for the public have been announced: Saturday, January 19 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm and Sunday, January 20 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. RSVPs requested at 727-725-1808 or fgalleries@tampabay.rr.com. Visit www.sydentelgalleries.com for more info.
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Prompted by $2 million donation, DFAC unveiled the Nancy and David Bilheimer West Wing at a ceremony honoring the donors on November 29th. This is the third million-dollar+ donation DFAC has received in the last 10 years. “I think this speaks strongly to the important role DFAC plays in the community,” stated London Bates, chair of DFAC’s board of directors. While half of the money was immediately placed in reserve and will generate some much needed operating capital, portions of the gift will enable DFAC to complete a new food arts studio, install top-quality audio/visual systems, expand hands-on activities in the children’s museum and more. From: Dunedin Fine Art Center Contact: Ken Hannon @ 727.298.DFAC, x230 Straz Center for the Performing Arts presents Les Misérables Jan. 15-20, 2019 Morsani Hall
Cameron Mackintosh presents the new production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony® Award-winning musical phenomenon, Les Misérables, direct from an acclaimed two-anda-half-year return to Broadway.
“Set against the backdrop of 19thcentury France, Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption – a timeless testament to the survival of
the human spirit. Seen by more than 70 million people in 44 countries and in 22 languages around the globe, Les Misérables is still the world’s most popular musical, breaking box office records everywhere in its 32nd year. Tickets may be purchased by calling 813.229.STAR (7827) or 800.955.1045 outside Tampa Bay, in person at the Straz Center Ticket Sales Office or online at www.strazcenter.org. Handling fees will apply. For more information about the Straz Center for the Performing Arts and its upcoming events, visit www.strazcenter.org. Peace, Love & Pride Coming to gulfport in February 2019
In an historical inaugural event, gulfport Peace, Love & Pride Festival Gulfport Casino on Sunday, February 10, 2019, starting at noon. Sponsored by ProSisters Radio and the City of Gulfport, “Gulfport Pride” is part of a weekend that will have downtown packed with activity. All vendors and Sponsors are invited to call now to become a part of this.
“We’re proud of our hometown. We’re proud of our diversity. We’re proud that everyone is welcome here.” stated Lynn DiVenuti, ProSisters Radio founder. FYI-Gulfport’s population is 30% LGBTQ, according to some estimates. Everyone come for this family friendly event that will include live music from some of Gulfport’s finest musicians all afternoon on the Casino deck. Early registration discounts for vendors are available
now until december 15. Pricing is available for profit and non-profit businesses. Sponsorship packages are also available now. Space is limited. The 3rd Annual Gulfport Artsy Phartsy Chili Cookoff will be held inside the Casino Ballroom, starting at 1pm. Chili Cookoff registration is also available on the Festival website. www.GulfportPride.com or www.GulfportChiliCookoff.com. For more information or to volunteer, call Festival headquarters @ 727289-9365. Or email at info@GulfportPride.com Ruth eckerd Hall On The Road Clearwater’s Blast Friday Returns
Blast Friday returns to the Cleveland Street District in Downtown Clearwater for its 9th season. The festival kicks off with a live concert by Fastball and special guests The Black Honkeys on Friday, January 25, 2019, 5:30 to 10 pm on the Tampa Bay Times Cleveland Street Stage. Food trucks and vendors will be serving a wide variety of freshly prepared specialty food and beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages. Beer sampling, live local music and other activities will be located in the 600 block of Cleveland Street. Bring lawn chairs to watch the concert. • Friday, January 25 Fastball with special guests The Black Honkeys • Friday, February 22 The FIXX • Friday, March 29 The Rippingtons • Friday, April 26 Home Cookin’ V – The greg Billings Band with Ronnie Dee
and the Superstars • Friday, May 31 - TBA VIP and SUPER VIP packages will be available in advance at ticket office located at 1111 McMullen Booth Road in Clearwater or call 727.791.7400. Packages available day of each concert at the Capitol Theatre Box Office. Become a vendor by downloading and filling out the online application here. Blast Friday is held the last Friday of every month through May. For more information, please email blastfriday.vendors@gmail.com. Contact: Katie Pedretty, Director of Public Relations - p 727.712.2774 - kpedretty@RuthEckerdHall.net or Lacy Herman - Public Relations Assistant - p 727.724.5383 lherman@RuthEckerdHall.net Warehouse Arts District
Trevor Burgess, Founder and former CEO of C1 Bank (now the Chairman of Neptune Flood Insurance based in St Petersburg) and his husband Gary Hess have generously pledged $25,000 to the Warehouse Arts District Association as a matched gift earmarked for Phase II site improvements! Surface improvements on the ArtsXchange campus will make the pathways and parking lot safer, contributing to an outdoor market area and Arts Education Center featuring a state of the art professional dance studio with ballet bars and a springboard floor as well as 3 multipurpose classrooms to serve WADA members and the Midtown community. Contact: Diane Bailey Morton Warehouse Arts District, 515 22nd Street South, St Petersburg, FL 33712
Crown Automotive group Donates Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van to great explorations Children’s Museum STeAM team
The new Sprinter van will allow the Outreach STeAM Team from great explorations to bring valuable educational, hands-on programming from the museum out into the community at large and to provide transportation to on-site museum programs. The Outreach STEAM team visits high-risk neighborhoods and Title 1 schools in the St. Petersburg area, reaching 14,516 individuals in FY 2017-18. The Crown Automotive group also donated the wrapping of the van, to enable recognition of museum branding as the team
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PERFORMING ARTS Amalie Arena 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa 813.301.6500 amaliearena.com December 7 – Barry Manilow 14 – for King & Country 15 – Jingle Ball 22 – Trans-Siberian Orchestra 19 – 23 – Cirque du Soleil 30 – WWE Live Holiday Tour January 12 – Winter Jam 2019 American Stage Raymond James Theatre 163 Third St. N, St. Petersburg 40th Anniversary Season 727.823.7529 americanstage.org boxof ce@americanstage.org December 1 – December 30 – Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberly Asolo Repertory Theatre 5555 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 800.361.8388 asolorep.org December 1 – December 29 – The Music Man January 2 – 20 – Ghosts 11 – March 10 – The Crucible 18 – March 31 – A Doll’s House, Part 2 Biniger Theater Eckerd College, 4200 54th Ave. S, St. Petersburg 727.867.1166 eckerd.edu/theatre Capitol Theatre 405 Cleveland Street, Clearwater 727.791.7400 rutheckerdhall.com/capitol-theatre December 1 – The Robert Cray Band 2 – Celtic Angels Christmas 4 – REH Chorus Holiday Concert 5, 7 – The Outlaws 6 – Iris Dement 8 – Manhattan Transfer – Herb Alpert 9 – Peter White Christmas 10 – Michael W. Smith Christmas 12 – Chris Isaak Holiday Tour 13, 15 – Byrds: Sweetheart of the Rodeo 14 – The Celebrity Housewives 21 – Rocapella Christmas 30 – CAL The Beatles – Abbey Road
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January 4 – The Marshall Tucker Band 13 – Engelbert Humperdinck 16 – The SteelDrivers 17 – Arlo Guthrie 18 – Lake Street Dive 19 – Robert Klein Catherine Hickman Theater 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport 727.893.1070 mygulfport.us December 11 – New Horizons Band Holiday Concert January 10 – 20 – Never Too Late Central Park Performing Arts Center 105 Central Park Dr., Largo 727.587.6793 largoarts.com December 1 – It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas 7 – Death By Chocolate 9 – Big Band Christmas 15 – Santa’s Holiday Revue 16 – An Elvis Christmas Special 20 – It’s Christmas with the Erica Diceglie Band January 6 –Carpenters Remembered 11 – The Music of Queen and Freddie Mercury 12 – The Kingson Trio 17 – The Machine performs Pink Floyd 18 – Yako Smiroff 20 – Let’s Hang On Eight O’Clock Theatre 105 Central Park Drive, Largo 727.587.6793 eightoclocktheatre.com Francis Wilson Playhouse 302 Seminole St., Clearwater 727.446.1360 franciswilsonplayhouse.org December 6 – 16 – You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown 22 – Concert: Christmas Celebration January 17 – 27 – Funny Money freeFall Theatre Company 6099 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.498.5205 freefalltheatre.com December 1 – 30 – Every Christmas Story Ever Told (and Then Some) Glenridge Performing Arts Center 7333 Scotland Way, Sarasota 941.552.5325 gpactix.com December 8 – Pine View Jazz Band 9 – Sleigh 14 – Nate Najar’s Jazz Holiday
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January 13 – Harry Allen and the Four Others Gulfport Community Players Back Door Theater, 1619 49th St. S, Gulfport gulfportcommunityplayers.org December 7, 8 – Coal M.A.D. Theatre of Tampa (Music Acting Dance Theatre of Tampa) 813.386.6173 madtheatre.com MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheater – Florida State Fairgrounds, 4802 US Hwy. 301 N, Tampa 813.740.2446 ticketmaster.com/venue/107257 December 1, 2 – 97X Next Big Thing National Theatre Live Eckerd College Miller Auditorium 4200 54th Ave. S, St. Petersburg Performances in HD livehdstpete.com/national-theatre-live December 7 – The Madness of George III January 18 – Hamlet (2018 Encore) Patel Conservatory 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa Dance / Theater / Music / Adult Classes 813.222.1002 patelconservatory.org December 15 – Fall Private Lessons Recital 18 – Jazz Jam – Fall January 12 – Patel Conservatory Pinellas Park Performing Arts Center 4951 78th Ave. N, Pinellas Park etix.com/ticket/v/11231 November 10 – Neil Diamond Tribute December 1 – Sounds of Soul 15 – Artrageous January 5 – Elvis Birthday Bash Ruth Eckerd Hall 1111 N McMullen Booth Rd., Clearwater 727.791.7400 rutheckerdhall.com December 1 – Star Wars Episode IV 5 – Brian Seltzer Orchestra 7 – Bowzer’s Holiday Party 8 – Kansas 9 – The Wizard of Oz 11 – Generation Axe 12 – A Charlie Brown Christmas M&G 14 – Kenny G
15 – Celtic Thunder X Tour 16 – TFO: Holiday Pops 18 – The Nutcracker 19 – TFO: Orchestra a la Carte 20 – A Christmas Carol 21 – TFO: Home Alone in Concert 22, 23 – The Sound of Music 29 – Terry Fator 31 – Salute To Vienna January 4 – Ron White 5 – Something Rotten! 6 – Elvis Birthday Bash 6 – TFO: Gershwin Rhapsody in Blue 9 – TFO: Spirit of America 10 – The Bronx Wanderers 12 – Whose Live Anyway 17 – Pilobolus 19 – Month Python’s Spamalot 20 – Masters of Illusion St. Petersburg City Theatre Oldest, continuously operating community theatre in Florida since 1925 Located off I-275 at 4025 31st St. S, St. Petersburg 727.866.1973 spcitytheatre.org December 7 – 16 – A Christmas Carol Stageworks Theater 1120 E. Kennedy Blvd., West Bldg., #151, Tampa 813.374.2416 stageworkstheatre.org December 6 – 23 – The Winter Wonderettes Straz Center 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa 813.229.7827 strazcenter.org December 1 – Eden Shireen 4 – The Texas Tenors 4 – 9 – Hello, Dolly! 7 – Taylor Reed 7 – TFO: Mozart & Sibelius 8 – Celeste Barber 8 – Danielle Mohr 8, 9 – Jane Lynch 11 – Holiday Music Concert 13 – 16 – An Unforgettable Nat King Cole Christmas 14 – Connor Zwetsch 14 – TFO: Holiday Pops 17 – Amythyst Kiah 20 – Latin Nights 21 – Nutcracker 22 – Sarah Morey 28 – A Drag Queen Christmas 28 – Sebastian Maniscalco January 4 – TFO: Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue 5 – Stars of today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow Youth America Grand Prix Gala 9 – February 3 – Othello
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Events www.ParadiseNewsFL.com • www.facebook.com/ParadiseNews Through Thursday, January 3 – The Forgotten War: Korea 1950 10 am – 5 pm Monday through Saturday/noon – 5 pm Sunday, $9 – $15, St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. Features 36 images from Associated Press photographer Max Desfor chronicling the con ict 68 years ago. 727.894.1052 spmoh.com Through Thursday, January 10 – All Decked Out Tuesday through Friday, 9 am – noon, Free, Octagon Arts Center, Unitarian Universalist Church, 2470 Nursery Rd., Clearwater. Try on and buy hand-made, hand-dyed, recycled, upcycled and artfully embellished garments, shawls, scarves and more. All clothing will be created by members of the Surface Design Guild. surfacedesignguild.com Saturday, December 1 – St. Pete Mad Dogs 25th Annual Anniversary Party 2 – 6 pm, Free, Caddy’s on Central, 217 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. A gathering of all triathletes both young and old and where newbies and veterans get together once a year to celebrate, have fun and reminisce. Appetizers and snacks provided. Food, beverages, music and fun for all. facebook.com/ events/2150740521831054/ ?active_tab=about Saturday, December 1 and Sunday, December 2 – Art Jones Open Studio Tour 10 am – 5 pm Saturday/11 am – 4 pm Sunday, Free, Gulfport. An annual self-guided tour, show and sale of ne original art work. 15 studios are sprinkled through backyards and down alleys in this ‘old Florida’ neighborhood. artjonesstudiotour.com Saturday, December 1 and Sunday, December 2 – St. Pete Beach Corey Area Craft Festival 10 am – 5 pm, Free, Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach. A variety of jewelry, pottery, ceramics, photography, painting, and clothing all handmade in America. An expansive Green Market with plants, orchids, exotic ora, handmade soaps, gourmet spices and freshly popped kettle corn. artfestival.com/festivals/st-pete-beach-corey-area-craft-festival-december Saturday, December 1 and Sunday, December 2 – Crafty Fest 11 am – 5 pm, Free, Art Pool Galleries, 2030 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. This market with an artsy slant includes local arts, Etsy crafters, vintage and retro goods, jewelry and plants. artpoolrules.com Saturday, December 1 through Sunday, December 23 – PAVA Annual Art Exhibit 3 – 8 pm Wednesday through Friday 1 – 8 pm Saturday and Sunday Free, Creative Pinellas Pinewood Gallery, Florida Botanical Gardens, 12520 Ulmerton Rd., Largo. Features the members’ artwork in a curated collection of visual and functional creations in paint, pastel, wood, ceramics, photography, metal, glass, ber, mixed media and jewelry. All artwork is for sale. pava-artists.org/2018-members Sign-up for our upcoming events e-newsletter at www.ParadiseNewsFL.com
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Arts & Leisure 10 – Latin Nights 11 – TFO: Unforgorettable: 100 Years of Nat & Natalie 15 – March 24 – Hundred Days 15 – Into the Arctic Kingdow with Florian Schulz 15 – 20 – Les Misérables 18 – TFO: Schubert’s Symphony No. 9 20 – Rosie Revere, Engineer Tarpon Springs Cultural Art Center 101 South Pinellas Avenue Tarpon Springs 727.942.5605 tarponarts.org January 1 8 – 27 – Bayou Radio Theatre Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center 324 Pine Street, Tarpon Springs 727.942.5605 tarponarts.org December 2 – A Well-Strung Christmas 8 – 16 – The Game’s Afoot The Coliseum 535 4th Ave. N, St. Petersburg 727.892.5715 stpete.org/coliseum Tea dances run October through May December 31 – Swingin’ the New Year The Mahaffey Theater 400 1st St. S, Bayfront Center St. Petersburg, 727.892.5767 themahaffey.com December 8 – The Family Blessing 15 – TFO: Holiday Pops 16 – 98Rock’s Not So Silent Night 20 – TFO Coffee Concert: Orchestra a la Carte 26, 27 – Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker 29, 30 – Cirque Dreams Holidaze January 5 – TFO: Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue 6 – Swan Lake 10 – TFO Coffee Concert: Spirit of American 12 – TFO Pops: Unforgettable: 100 Years of Nat & Natalie 17 – Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular 19, 20 – TFO: Schubert’s Symphony No. 9 The Palladium 253 5th Ave. N, St. Petersburg 727.822.3590 mypalladium.org December 1, 2 – The Nutcracker 6 – Arthur Greene 7 – Jason Marsalis 8, 9 – TFO: Mozart & Sibelius 12 – Bach, Turina, Schuber 13 – Nate Najar 14 – J3 Vocal Showband: Jolly Holiday 15 – Got Soul
18, 19 – Seasonal Sparkle 2018 January 5 – Victor Wainwright and the Train 6 – John Lamb’s All-Star Jazz Birthday 16 – Haydn, Dvořák, Mendelssohn 17 – Pavlo in Concert 20 – Tampa Bay Symphony: Composition Contest Finals USF Yuengling Center 4202 E Fowler Ave., Tampa 813.974.3004 yuenglingcenter.com December 1 – Harlem Globetrotters 14 – Underoath 16 – Cirque Musica Holiday January 20 – Trevor Noah Van Wezel 777 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941.953.3368 vanwezel.org December 4, 5 – The King and I 11 – Brian Wilson 16 – A Christmas Carol 17 – Itzhak Perlman 18 – Celtic Thunder X 19, 20 – The Sound of Music 21 – Moscow Ballet: Great Russian Nutcracker 22 – Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 26 – 30 – On Your Feet! 31 – The Sweet Caroline Tour January 2 – Salute to Vienna 3 – Jay Leno 7, 8 – Something Rotten! 9 – 3 Redneck Tenors 10 – Blue Suede – The Premier Elvis Birthday Bash 13 – Air Supply 15 – The Righteous Brothers 17 – Linda Eder West Coast Players 21905 US 19 N, Clearwater 727.437.2363 wcplayers.org December 1 – 16 – A Doublewide, Texas Christmas January 18 – February 10 – Bingo! The Winning Musical
MUSEUMS Dalí Museum One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg 727.823.3767 thedali.org Saturdays – DillyDally w/ Dali Sundays – Yoga at The Dali December 6 – Bay Voices Ensemble 9 – Fashion Design Runway Event 13 – Pilgrim Pipers 13 – Poetry at The Dali
20 – Holiday Arts + Crafts Bazaar 20 – Opera at The Dali January 10 – Poetry at The Dali 15 – Tied 17 – Opera at The Dali 19 – Introduction to Creative Thinking & Problem Solving Dr. Carter G. Woodson African American Museum 2240 9th Ave. S, St. Petersburg One City Chorus – Mondays 7 pm woodsonmuseum.org Florida Holocaust Museum 55 5th St. S, St. Petersburg 727.820.0100 holocaustmuseum.org Through February 10 – Bill Graham and the Rock & Roll Revolution December 4 – Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn Centennial Florida Museum of Photographic Arts 400 N. Ashley Dr., Tampa 831.221.2222 fmopa.org Gulf Beaches Historical Museum 115 10th Ave., St. Pete Beach 727.552.1610 gulfbeachesmuseum.com Only museum dedicated to the preservation of history of the local barrier islands. Preserving island history for tomorrow’s generation! Gulfport History Museum 5301 28th Ave. S, Gulfport Free Admission 727.656.5420 gulfporthistoricalsociety.org Henry Plant Museum 401 West Kennedy Blvd., Tampa 813.254.1891 plantmuseum.com December 1 – 23 – Victorian Christmas Stroll Heritage Museum 100 Beekman Ln., Tarpon Springs tarponarts.org History and culture of the Greek community January 13 – A Celebration of Scotland in Song Imagine Museum 1901 Central Ave., St. Petersburg imaginemuseum.com Contemporary American Studio Glass Weekly ArtWorks ARTcart – 2nd Saturday each month Thursdays $5 after 5 pm John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota 941.359.5700 ringling.org Mondays: Free admission all day Thurs – Art After 5 Fri – ROAR – Ringling Order of Art Readers Fri & Sat – Bayfront Garden Tours First Sat – Kid’s Quest, Family Workshop
Through February 17 – Coco Fusco: Twilight December 1 – Raphael Xavier: Point of Interest 6 – Holiday Splendor 10 – Art & a Movie: Before Night Falls 13 – Gallery Walk & Talk: The Nativity 13 – Deck the Halls @ Ca’d’Zan 20 – Deck the Halls @ Ca’d’Zan January 12 – Poetry in Contemporary Cuba 18, 19 – Bill Bowers: All Over The Map Museum of Fine Arts 255 Beach Drive. NE, St. Petersburg 727.894.4638 mfastpete.org Thursdays $5 after 5 pm December 15 through March 31 – Jewels of the Imagination December 2 – Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranch Exhibition 12 – Coffee Talk w/Nan Colton: A Self-Portrait 26 – January 1 – MFA Store End of Year Clearance Sale 31 – NYE@MFA: Mid-Century Magic – New Year’s Eve Party January 9 – Coffee Talk w/Nan Colton: Drawn to Beauty Safford House Museum 23 Parkin Ct., Tarpon Springs Restored Victorian home built in 1883 tarponarts.org December 8 – Victorian Christmas St. Pete Sculpture Experience 780 Central Ave., St. Petersburg More than 100 sculptures from life size to giant size. 727.316.1718 St. Petersburg Museum of History 335 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg 727.894.1052 spmoh.com Through January 3 – The Forgotten War: Korea 1950 Tampa Bay Automobile Museum 3301 Gateway Centre, Pinellas Park Unique collection of vintage cars and vehicles. 727.579.8226 tbauto.org Tampa Bay History Center 801 Old Water St, Tampa 813.228.0097 tampabayhistorycenter.org December 4 – Florida Conversations 12 – Sangria & Stories: The Evolution of Bird Art w/John Costin 15 – Tamp History Bus Tour Tampa Museum of Art 120 W St. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa 813.259.1720 tampamuseum.org Saturday – Art Spot for Families December 10 – Cigar Box In nity Mirrors 15 – Photo Editing
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Events Friday, December 7 – First Friday St. Pete 5:30 – 10 pm, Free, Central Ave., between 2nd & 3rd Streets, St. Petersburg. Monthly street party with music, food and beverages for purchase. Proceeds bene t Breakfast Optimists Club. rstfridaystpete.com Friday, December 7 – Gulfport First Friday Art & Gallery Walk 6 – 10 pm, Free, Beach Blvd., Gulfport. The streets are lined with artisans, entertainment and gourmet goodies. Shops, galleries and restaurants open late. visitgulfport orida.com Friday, December 7 – Introduction to Florida-Friendly Landscaping 10:30 – 11:30 am, Free, Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Learn the nine principles and speci c practices that will help your yard look beautiful, be sustainable, and protect our natural resources. Register: eventbrite.com/e/ orida-friendly-landscapingtm-friday-introductionto- orida-friendly-landscapingtm-tickets-51589122454?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Saturday, December 8 through January 31 – Drip 9 am – 5 pm Monday – Saturday/ noon – 5 pm Sunday, Morean Arts Center, 719 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg. A fascinating ceramic exhibition that highlights the glaze drip. The purpose of this exhibition is to nurture and advance the careers of emerging and established ceramic artists, while also giving our community the opportunity to discover exciting new art being made in the region. 727.822.7872 moreanartscenter.org Saturday, December 8 – Quest for the Emerald Paw 2018 11 am – 4 pm, $100 per team, Friends of Strays Animal Shelter, 2911 47th Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Teams of up to four will embark on a whirlwind scavenger hunt through the city of St. Petersburg, competing for fun, prizes and the opportunity to help Friends of Strays, a non-pro t organization dedicated to the care and adoption of homeless companion animals. friendsofstrays.com Saturday, December 8 – Second Saturday ArtWalk 5 – 9 pm, Free, including trolley. Art districts throughout the city of St. Petersburg. An evening of art, opening receptions and galleries galore. Free trolley offers transport between the different districts. stpeteartsalliance.org/artwalk Tuesday, December 11 – Drag Queen Bingo for Friends of Strays 7 pm, $10, Hamburger Mary’s, 2901 Tyrone Blvd. St. Petersburg. Ten rounds of hilariousness, great food and beverages, a 50/50 raf e and all to help homeless cats and dogs. 727.522.6566 friendsofstrays.com/home Thursday, December 13 – Anna Marie Millett, Investigator and Outreach Coordinator, Pinellas County Consumer Protection 10 – 11 am, Free, Treasure Island & Madeira Beach Chamber Of ce, 245 107th Ave., Treasure Island. An overview of the many aspects of protecting consumers from unscrupulous practices and scams, and making sure the public is educated. 727.360.4121 islandneighborschamber.org Sign up for free weekly event highlights! www.ParadiseNewsFL.com • www.facebook.com/ParadiseNews
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Arts & Leisure Tarpon Springs Railroad Depot Historical Museum 160 E Tarpon Ave., Tarpon Springs Free admission 727.943.4624 tarponspringsareahistoricalsociety.org The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art 150 Central Ave, St. Petersburg Tuesdays $10 All day thejamesmuseum.org December 8 – Art that POPS! 9 – Author Talk & Book Signing: Michael Blake 11 – Sketching 18 – Mountain Holler and Wandering 26 – 28 – Family ART-ventures USF Contemporary Art Museum 3821 USF Holly Dr., Tampa usfcam.usf.edu/cam/ cam_exhibitions.html Through December 8 – Miki Kratsman: People I Met December 13 – Breaking Barriers: Selected Work Reception USF Contemporary Art Museum Institute for Research in Art 4202 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa ira.usf.edu USF Graphic Studio 3702 Spectrum Blvd., Ste 100, Tampa Free admission 813.974.3503 graphicstudio.usf.edu/GS/gs_about.html
ART GALLERIES ARTpool Gallery 2030 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.324.3878 artpoolrules.com December 1, 2 – Crafty Fest 15, 16 – Crafty Fest [blank] Slate Gallery 538 S Pineapple Ave., Sarasota 941.312.5700 blankslategallery.com Chihuly Collection 720 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.822.7872 ext 5102 moreanartscenter.org Through February 28 – Norwood Viviano: Postindustrial First permanent collection of Dale Chihuly’s work. Cobb Gallery Eckerd College, Library Cir. St. Petersburg 800. 454.9009 eckerd.edu/visualarts/program Through December 12 – The CubanoAmerican Community Project
Craftsman House 2955 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.323.2787 craftsmanhousegallery.com Gallery-Café-Pottery Studio Second Saturday ArtWalk January 4 – Ryan Montbleau Creative Clay Cultural Arts Center 1846 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg 727.825.0515 creativeclay.org Second Saturday ArtWalk Crossroads Gallery St. Pete College – Clearwater 2465 Drew St., Clearwater go.spcollege.edu/pages/dynamic. aspx?id=2097 Domain Home Accessories & Gallery 3129 Beach Blvd. S, Gulfport domaingulfport.com Local and Florida artisans featured Duncan McClellan Gallery 2342 Emerson Ave. S, St. Petersburg 813.760.6600 dmglass.com Second Saturday ArtWalk Dunedin Fine Art Center 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin 727.298.3322 dfac.org More than 100 classes offered Scholarships available December 1 – Pottery Sale & Faculty Demo Day Florida CraftArt Gallery 501 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.821.7391 oridacraftart.org Second Saturday ArtWalk Mural Walk on Saturdays Gulf Coast Artists Alliance 727.738.8010 gcaa- .org Two Locations in St. Petersburg St. Pete Artworks / Avenue 5 Studios Red Cloud Indian Arts 214 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg 727.821.5824 redcloudindianarts.com Ringling College of Art & Design 2700 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941.359.7563 ringling.edu Through December 7 – Sheryl Oring: Agitype Through December 14 – Kindred: Recent Photographs by Noelle McCleaf Stirling Studios & Art Gallery 730 Broadway (2nd Floor) Studio 12, Dunedin stirlingartstudios.com Studio@620 620 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg 727.895.6620 thestudioat620.org
December 1 – Studio Honors 2018 5 – La Scala, Broadway, Champs Elysées 8 – 31 – Plastic is The New Fish
SunTan Art Center at Don Vista Arts Center 3300 Pass-A-Grille Way, St. Pete Beach 727.367.3818 suntanart.org Celebrating 50+ Years
The Art Lofts Florida Craftsmen Galleries (2nd oor) 10 5th St. N, St. Petersburg 727.504.8788 theartlofts.com Second Saturday ArtWalk
Treasure Island Art Guild treasureislandartguild.org Gallery Closed June, July, August Painting Workshops held weekly Wednesday – Anything Goes Thursday – Acrylic Painting Friday – Portrait Workshop – live model
ART CENTERS & CLASSES Beach Art Center 1515 Bay Palm Blvd., Indian Rocks Bch. 727.596.4331 beachartcenter.org Morean Arts Center 719 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg 727.822.7872 moreanartscenter.org Glass Studio & Hot Shop, Classes and Galleries Second Saturday ArtWalk Saturdays at The Morean for Families Fridays – Art Snap Through December 28 – Justin Wagner: Where I Come From Through December 28 – Merry & Bright: 2018 Holiday Show & Sale December 8 – January 31 - Drip Morean Center for Clay 420 22nd St. S, St. Petersburg 727.821.7162 moreanartscenter.org Fridays – Friday Night Clay Sundays for Families 1 – 3pm Second Saturday ArtWalk Pinellas Park Art Society Park Station Building 5851 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park 727.360.4406 pinellasart.org Safety Harbor Art & Music Center 706 2nd St. N, Safety Harbor 727.725.4018 safetyharborartandmusiccenter.com December 7 – Betty Fox Band 8 – Mrs. Santa Saves the Day January 19 – Oddyssey Quartet CD Release Party 18 – Kyshona Armstrong & Shannon LaBrie Society of Acrylic Painters Membership info / exhibit entry: isap-online.com Studio Duvoe 2808 Clinton St. S, Gulfport 727.271.5016 studioduvoe@yahoo.com facebook.com/gulfportart Creative play sessions and art parties for neurotypical and neurodiverse (Autism, ADHD, dyslexia, etc.) children and adults
Veterans Art Center 6798 Crosswinds Dr. N, St. Petersburg 813.504.3092 vactb.org Provides opportunities for military and veterans to develop and showcase creative and artistic accomplishments Zen Glass Studio 600 27th St. S, St. Petersburg 727.323.3141 zenglass.com Offers glassblowing classes & workshops. Second Saturday ArtWalk. St. Pete’s Warehouse Arts District.
HANDS-ON MUSEUMS Glazer Children’s Museum 110 W. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa glazermuseum.org Created speci cally for children 10 and under December 15 – 30 – Gingerbread Village 16 – Nutcracker Tea 19 – Cooking Class w/SaltBlock Catering Great Explorations Children’s Museum 1925 4th St. N, St. Petersburg 727.821.8992 greatex.org Where education and fun come alive First Sunday of month open special hours for special needs families. December 31 – New Year’s at Noon January 11 – A Night at the Brewseum
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Thursday, December 13 – LGBQ Film Series – Disobedience 7 pm, Free (donations accepted), Gulfport Public Library, 5501 28th Ave. S, Gulfport. The lm follows a woman as she returns to the community that shunned her decades earlier for an attraction to a childhood friend. Popcorn, candy, bottled water and soda are available. Feel free to bring your own brown bag supper and beverages. 727.893.1074 facebook.com/GulfportLibraryFL
MOSI (Museum of Science & Industry) 4801 E Fowler Ave., Tampa 813.987.6000 mosi.org Children’s science center Saunders Planetarium December 15 – SkyWatch
Friday, December 14 – Kenny G – The Miracle Holidays & Hits Tours 8 pm, $39.25 – $150, Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 N McMullen Booth Rd., Clearwater. Kenny G has grafted elements of R&B, pop and Latin to a jazz foundation solidifying his reputation as the premier artist in contemporary jazz. 727.791.7400 rutheckerdhall.com
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The Blue Parrot Café 85 Corey Circle, St. Pete Beach Every Monday 727.368.9619 bluepstpb.com Every Monday – TomKats 18 Piece Jazz Orchestra
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Florida Orchestra See venues for dates – Mahaffey Theater, Ruth Eckerd Hall & David Straz Performing Arts Center 50th Anniversary Season 727.662.7286 oridaorchestra.org
The Hangar Restaurant 540 First St. SE, St. Petersburg Every Monday – Jazz Jam 727.823.7767 aldowningjazz.com
Saturday, December 15 – Composting Lecture & Vegetable/ Wild ower Seed Sale 10:30 – 11:30 am, Included in admission, Sunken Gardens, 1825 Fourth St. N, St. Petersburg. Elise Pickett leads you through composting basics as well as ways to supercharge your pile for even more nutrient rich soil. Seed Sale after the program: Organic, non- GMO veri ed heirloom veggie seeds and Florida native wild ower seed blends available. events.stpete.org/events/5937 Saturday, December 15 – Photo Editing 10 am – 1 pm, $20 Members/$25 Non-members, Roberta M. Golding Visual Arts Center, 522 N Howard Ave., Tampa. Learn how to edit your photos using Adobe Creative Suite. Laptops and software will be provided or you can bring your own.813.259.1720 tampamuseum.org Saturday, December 15 – Tampa History Bus Tour 9:30 am – 2 pm, $40/$50, Centro Asturiano, 1913 N Nebraska Ave. Tampa. From Hyde Park to Ballast Point, Ybor City to downtown, historian Fred Hearns leads this four-hour exploration of some of Tampa’s most historic neighborhoods. 813.675.8983 tampabayhistorycenter.org Saturday, December 15 – Third Saturday Art & Gallery Walk 6 – 10 pm, Free, Beach Blvd., Gulfport. The streets are lined with artisans, entertainment and gourmet goodies. Shops, galleries and restaurants open late. visitgulfport orida.com Saturday, December 15 and Sunday, December 16 – Crafty Fest 11 am – 5 pm, Free, Art Pool Galleries, 2030 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. This market with an artsy slant includes local arts, Etsy crafters, vintage and retro goods, jewelry and plants. artpoolrules.com Saturday, December 15 through Sunday, March 31 – Jewels of the Imagination 10 am – 5 pm Monday through Saturday/10 am – 8 pm Thursday/noon – 5 pm Sunday, $10 – $20, Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Drive. NE, St. Petersburg. This exhibition highlights the work of Jean Schlumberger, placing his jewelry and objets d’art as inimitable examples of twentieth-century design. His creations graced such notable style icons as Jacqueline Kennedy and Audrey Hepburn. 727.894.4638 mfastpete.org
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New Horizons of Gulfport, Inc. Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport, Novice and Intermediate Bands mrjoemurphy@yahoo.com 727.656.1469 newhorizonsbandgulfport.org December 11 – Holiday Concert School of Rock St. Petersburg 2401 Central Ave., St. Petersburg Guitar, drum, singing, keyboard/piano lessons. 727.871.7625 locations.schoolofrock.com/stpetersburg South Pasadena Community Band All-volunteer band 727.398.9639 southpasadenaband.com December 1 – Concert TI Community Center 13 – Concert South Pasadena City Hall St. Pete Beach Music Club Suntan Art Center 3300 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach Adult group musical activities for all levels of musical experience 727.512.5966 facebook.com/spbmusicclub St. Petersburg College Gibbs Campus Music Center, 6605 Fifth Ave. N, St. Petersburg 727.341.4360 go.spcollege.edu/Artscalendar facebook.com/spcpianogibbs December 14 – Piano Series Jeffrey Biegel January 18 – Kevin Kenner Suncoast Dixieland Jazz Society Wednesdays 6:30 – 9:00 pm, Bilmar Beach Resort, 10650 Gulf Blvd., Treasure Island 727.360.5531 sdjs.org December 16 – Christmas Dinner & Dance
Tampa Bay Symphony Performances in various locations 727.827.8087 tampabaysymphony.org
OPERA Eckerd College 4200 54th Ave. S, St. Petersburg Miller Auditorium The Met in HD Series Live high-de nition broadcasts of the Metropolitan Opera 727.864.7600 livehdstpete.com/metopera December 1 – Die Zauber öte 15 – La Traviata January 12 – Adriana Lecouvreur Florida Opera Festival Straz Center for the Performing Arts 1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa operatampa.org St. Petersburg Opera Company 2145 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg 727.823.2040 stpeteopera.org Mornings, Afternoons, Evenings and Cocktail with the Maestro Various performance locations December 18, 19 – Seasonal Sparkle Sarasota Opera House 61 N Pineapple Ave., Sarasota 941.328.1300 sarasotaopera.org December 1, 9, 15, 16 – The Nutcracker 7, 8 – Ditch eld Family Singers 14 – Operetta Night January 5 – Celebration Concert St. Petersburg Opera Guild stpeteoperaguild.org The Matinee Opera Players 64th Way, Pinellas Park facebook.com/MatineeOperaPlayers Pinellas Park Performing Arts Center
The Pinellas Opera League Socialize and be entertained First Wednesday each month October – June pinellasoperaleague@gmail.com pinellasoperaleague.com
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International Cinema Series Eckerd College, 4200 54th Ave. S, St. Petersburg, Miller Auditorium 727.864.7979 eckerd.edu/ internationalcinema December 7 – Fireworks
Florida West Ballet A not-for-pro t Pre-Professional Performing Arts Company 616 4th St. N, St. Petersburg oridawestballet.org Gulfport Casino 5500 Shore Blvd. S, Gulfport More information on Casino events or rental availability 727.893.1070. SwingTime.info mygulfport.us Every Wednesday – Swing First and third Sunday – Ballroom Second Sunday – Soul Night December 31 – 2018 New Year’s Eve Gala Sarasota Ballet 5555 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941.359.0099 sarasotaballet.org Tickets 941.351.0099 x101 December 5 – Inside the Studio – Diamonds 14, 15 – Victorian Winters 20 – Nutcracker Winter Showcase January 6 – The Sarasota Ballet Gala 16 – Inside the Studio – World Premiere St. Petersburg Ballet Conservatory 1500 58th St S, Gulfport 727.914.7257 stpeteballetconservatory.com St. Petersburg Polish American Society, 1343 Beach Dr. SE, St. Petersburg 972.741.3749 polishsociety.org Sunday, Dinner & Dancing: 2:15 – 3:30 pm – Dinner – $8 727.360.0584 for dinner reservations 3 – 6 pm – Dancing – $6 Members/$8 Non-members Sundial Swing Dancing Sundial St Pete, 153 2nd Ave N., St Petersburg 727.800.3201 sundialstpete.com First Tuesday of the month 7 – 8:30 pm Free The Coliseum 535 4th Ave. N, St. Petersburg 727.892.5715 stpete.org/coliseumf Tea Dance – 1st & 3rd Wednesday, October through May December 31 – Swingin’ the New Year
Celebrating CommUNITY International Gay & Lesbian Film Fest Various times and locations tiglff.com
LGBTQ Film Series Gulfport Public Library 5501 28th Ave. S, Gulfport Second Thursday of each month 7 pm. 727.893.1074 facebook.com/GulfportLibraryFL December 13 – Disobedience January 10 – The Cakemaker Sunscreen Film Festival April 25 – 28, 2019 sunscreen lmfestival.com Various locations throughout St. Petersburg. VIP & General Admissio
COMEDY Coconuts Comedy Club Oldest (longest running) comedy club in Florida. 5501 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach 727.360.5653 (JOKE) coconutscomedyclubs.com Open Mike on Tuesdays Shows: Wed – Sat, 9 pm
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Spit re Theater Improv Comedy Theater 14 18th St. S, St. Petersburg spit retheater.com
ECO / ZOOS / AQUARIUMS Boyd Hill Nature Preserve 1101 Country Club Way S, St. Petersburg 727.893.7326 stpeteparksrec.org/boyd-hill.html Tram Tours Saturdays, Guided Tours, Classes January 8 – Birds and Bombs Brooker Creek Preserve 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs 727.453.6800 brookercreekpreserve.org Tram Tours Saturdays, Guided Tours, Classes Clearwater Marine Aquarium 249 Windward Passage, Clearwater 727.441.1790 seewinter.com Rescue, Rehab and Release Home of Winter and Hope, stars of Dolphin Tale I & II December 1 – January 6 – Winter’s Wonderland ParadiseNewsFL.com | DECEMBER 2018
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Events Tuesday, December 18 – Memory Mobile 10 am – 2 pm, Free, Gulfport Senior Center, 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport. Learn the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s, caregiver tips and resources and how to help advance research. Pre-registration required: 727.893.5657 alz.org/ gulfcoast/helping_you Saturday, December 22 – Westward Ho to Historic Kenwood Walking Tour 10 am – noon, $10 Non-members/Free members, Craftsman House, 2955 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Tour participants will experience one of the country’s premier bungalow neighborhoods on a leisurely walk led by resident guides excited to show off their neighborhood. Reservations recommended. 727.824.7802 preservetheburg.org Wednesday, December 26 through Friday, December 27 – Family ART-ventures 1 – 4 pm, Included with admission/ Members free, The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art, 150 Central Ave, St. Petersburg. Explore the museum with one of our themed Family Activity Guides. Get messy in the children’s studio with a creative art making activity inspired by the museum’s collection. Drop in at your convenience and join the fun. Children must be accompanied by an adult. thejamesmuseum.org Friday, December 28 – Joys of French Cooking 11:30 am – 1:30 pm, $30 Members/$45 Non-members, Café Largo, 12551 Indian Rocks Rd. Largo. Dominique Christini will explain the dishes to be prepared and the techniques to be used, followed by the actual demonstration. Then enjoy a special luncheon, accompanied by a talk about the wine of that particular region. Presented by OLLI at Eckerd College. Pre-registration required. eckerd.edu/olli Friday, December 29 – North Downtown & the Old Northeast Walking Tour 10 am – noon, Free Members/$10 Non-members, North Straub Park, 350 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Stroll along the northern edge of downtown and into a portion of the Historic Old Northeast neighborhood. Both areas are part of the National Register historic districts and still retain the feel of 1920’s St. Petersburg with an eclectic collection of historic residential buildings. 727.824.7802 preservetheburg.org Friday, January 4 – First Friday St. Pete 5:30 – 10 pm, Free, Central Ave., between 2nd & 3rd Streets, St. Petersburg. Monthly street party with music, food and beverages for purchase. Proceeds bene t Breakfast Optimists Club. rstfridaystpete.com
Arts & Leisure Florida Aquarium 701 Channelside Drive, Tampa 813.273.4000 aquarium.org Voted Third Best Aquarium in the United States by USA Today Readers’ Choice 2018 Fort De Soto Park Tierra Verde 727.552.1862 pinellascounty.org/park/05_ft_desoto.htm Guided Nature Walks – Sat. & Sun. Mote Aquarium 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota 941.388.4441 mote.org Science, Education, Aquarium St. Petersburg Audubon Society 727.753.9731 stpeteaudubon.org 101+ Years Conservation Meets 3rd Tuesday of each month Boyd Hill Bird Walk 1st Saturday of month January 1 – Brooker Creek Preserve St. Petersburg Shell Club Seminole Recreation Center, 9100 113th St. N, Seminole 727.867.6861 stpeteshellclub.org 1st Friday September thru May 7 pm Seaside Seabird Sanctuary 18328 Gulf Blvd, Indian Shores 727.391.6211 seabirdsanctuary.com Largest non-pro t wild bird hospital sanctuary. Free. Tours. Donations accepted. Weedon Island Preserve 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg 727.453.6500 weedonislandpreserve.org December 1 – Gopher Tortoises + Prescribed Fire 7 – Intro to FloridaFriendly Landscaping 8 – Paddle the Preserve 15 – Photography Hike 20 – Ethnoarchaeology of Fishing on the Florida Gulf Coast
Friday, January 4 – Gulfport First Friday Art & Gallery Walk 6 – 10 pm, Free, Beach Blvd., Gulfport. The streets are lined with artisans, entertainment and gourmet goodies. Shops, galleries and restaurants open late. visitgulfport orida.com
ZooTampa at Lowry Park 1101 West Sligh Ave., Tampa One mile west of I-275 (exit 48) 813.935.8552 zootampa.org/events/zoou
Saturday, January 4 – Ryan Montbleau in Concert 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm, $25, Craftsman House, 2955 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Ryan will be performing solo in the intimate Craftsman House listening room. He is known as an engaging performer who can play the big stages but captivates in a small space. SOLD OUT! 727.323.2787 craftsmanhousegallery.com
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Adult Basic Sailing School Boca Ciega Yacht Club, Not-for-pro t Sailing Club sailschoolregistration@sailbcyc.org sailbcyc.org
Bay Sailors A sailing club for singles. Looking for a few good skippers with sailboats. For contact information visit baysailors.org. Boating Skills & Seamanship USCG Auxiliary Flotilla 72 Safe Boating Program , 9 Classes Tuesday 7:30 – 9:30 pm, $60 1300 Beach Blvd. SE, St. Petersburg (US Coast Guard Base) 727.898.1324 tampabaysafeboating.com Dolphin Landings Charter Boat Center Located behind Dolphin Village 4737 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach 727.360.7411 dolphinlandings.com Sailing, Fishing, Motor Cruising, Sunset Sails, Dolphin Watches Shell Key Shuttle & Sunset Cruises 801 Pass-A-Grille Way, Merry Pier 727.360.1348 shellkeyshuttle.com Dog friendly cruises on special dates. StarLite Dining Yachts Clearwater and St. Pete Beach 727.462.2628 starlitecruises.com Afternoon & evening cruises, dining & dancing, entertainment, full bar, sightseeing. St. Petersburg Sail & Power Squadron Safe Boating Program St. Petersburg Sailing Center, 250 2nd Ave. SE, St. Petersburg 727.550.1811 boating-stpete.org America’s Boating Course Free to attend, $45 materials 7 week course. Mon 7 – 9 pm Pre-registration required USCGAUX Safe Boating Program U.S. Coast Guard Aux Flotilla 78, 12-week continuous Program Tuesdays, 7 pm Warren Webster Building, 1500 Pass-A-Grille Way, St. Pete Beach Up to 2 years to nish. $45, $60 couple, Jim 727.360.4846 or Tony 941.504.4855 December 4 – Your Boat’s Radio 11 – Which Boat is for You? 18 – Equipment for Your Boat 25 – No Class January 1 – No Class 8 – Waterway Watch/Trailering Your Boat 15 – Handling Your Boat
FERRIES Crossbay Ferry Connecting Downtown Tampa AquariumWharf to Downtown St. Petersburg Vinoy Basin $8 each way, reduced fares for children & seniors, Tuesday through Sunday thecrossbayferry.com Egmont Key Ferry Fort De Soto Bay Pier $12.50 Children/$25 Adults tampabayferry.com Madeira Beach Water Taxi Services 6 stops throughout Madeira Beach, St. Petersburg (Jungle Prada) and Treasure Island. Prices vary. Friday through Sunday only tampabayferry.com Pirate Water Taxi Hop On, Hop Off, 15 stops along the Hillsborough River and Tampa Riverwalk. Prices vary. piratewatertaxi.com Shell Key Ferry Fort De Soto Boat Ramp $10 Children/$20 Adults tampabayferry.com
NATURE Florida Botanical Gardens 12520 Ulmerton Rd., Largo Free. Friendly dogs welcome on leash. Open daily. Welcome Center is closed weekends & county holidays. 727.582.2100 bg.org Through December 30 – Holiday Lights in the Gardens December 9 – Gift and Plant Sale Florida West Coast Orchid Society Florida Botanical Gardens, 12520 Ulmerton Rd., Largo fwcos.org 2nd Thurs, 7:30 pm. Visitors welcome. Educational classes 727.420.7230 Garden Club St. Petersburg 500 Sunset Dr. S, St. Petersburg gardenclubstpete@aol.com 727.381.8920 gardenclubstpetersburg.org Ikebana International Chapter 65, St. Petersburg Chapel On The Hill Church – Evans Hall, 12601 Park Blvd., Seminole 3rd Monday, 10 am – 2 pm, September to May. Ikebana – centuries old art of Japanese oral arranging. 727.729.9445 ikebanastpetersburg.com December 5 – Seeing Spaces 17 – Groundworks
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens 900 S Palm Ave., Sarasota Mondays – Yoga in the Garden 941.366.5731 selby.org January 6 through January 27 – Rainforest Masks of Costa Rica December 5 – Release Your Creativity Retreat 7 – Festive Poinsettia 12 – Aromatherapy Basics 12 – The Million Orchid Project 12 – Movie Magic – Next Steps 12, 13 – Wine & Design 19 – Christmas Candles 20 – Lights in Bloom 31 – New Year’s Eve at Selby Gardens Sunken Gardens 1825 Fourth St. N, St. Petersburg Adult and Child Horticultural Workshops 727.892.5715 sunkengardens.org December 8 – Winter Succulent Arrangement Workshop 15 – Composting Lecture & Vegetable/Wild ower Seed Sale
CARD GAME / BINGO Pasadena Card Club 10 Park St N, St. Petersburg Duplicate Bridge Mon., Wed. Fri., 12:30 pm Contract Bridge & Pinochle Tues. & Thurs., Noon David 727.381.5944 pasadenacardclub.com
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CLUBS FUN!! 2nd Saturday October thru April 9 am – noon, Pasadena Community Church, 227 70th St S., St. Petersburg Sing songs you love, ages middle schoo on up. bobd@pccumc.org Greater Pinellas Democratic Club 2nd Thursday monthly, Banquet Masters 13355 49th St. N, Clearwater Largest Democratic club on west coast of Florida Reservations 727.360.3971 or 727.577.6359 greaterpinellasdems.org
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Events Saturday, January 5 – Roc Day Tampa Bay 10 am – 4 pm, Free, Heritage Village, 11909 125th St N, Largo. Join the spinners of Pinellas Weavers Guild who will demonstrate ber crafts including weaving and spinning, answer questions about ber crafts and share stories. 727.582.2123 pinellascounty.org/heritage Sunday, January 6 – Wordier’s 1K Walk and Write (or Read) 1:30 – 5 pm, $15, St. Petersburg Waterfront. Here’s your chance to make some time for your creative work or for that book you’ve been meaning to pick up. Part 1K. Part writing workshop. Part silent read-in. Part walking tour of St. Pete. Part pub crawl. This is neither a timed nor certi ed 1K course. facebook.com/events/397541350672762 Thursday, January 10 – LGBQ Film Series – The Cakemaker 7 pm, Free (donations accepted), Gulfport Public Library, 5501 28th Ave. S, Gulfport. The lm explores all-consuming emotion with beguiling restraint, adding up to a delicately understated character study fueled by the power of love. Popcorn, candy, bottled water and soda are available. Feel free to bring your own brown bag supper and beverages. 727.893.1074 facebook.com/GulfportLibraryFL Thursday, January 10 – Tom Cox, Attorney 10 – 11 am, Free, Treasure Island & Madeira Beach Chamber Of ce, 245 107th Ave., Treasure Island. Learn why and how to designate a Health Care Surrogate or Pre-Need Guardian, the purpose of a Durable Power-of-Attorney, what you should know about a Living Will, how to prepare a Last Will and Testament, and how to establish a Revocable Living Trust and Limited Liability Company. 727.360.4121 islandneighborschamber.org Friday, January 11 – A Night at the Brewseum 7 – 10 pm, $45, Great Explorations Children’s Museum, 1925 4th St. N, St. Petersburg. Features 10+ local breweries, a spirit and wine tasting room and tons of fun games so you and your friends can play like a kid again. 727.821.8992 greatex.org Saturday, January 12 – Tampa Bay Ligtning Game Watch Party 7 pm, $10 Parking fee, Tradewinds Island Resort, 600 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. Games will be broadcast on a huge screen directly on the beach. Fun giveaways, a DJ and beach games for the whole family. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Coolers are not allowed. tradewindsresort.com/Lightning Saturday, January 12 – Second Saturday ArtWalk 5 – 9 pm, Free, including trolley. Art districts throughout the city of St. Petersburg. An evening of art, opening receptions and galleries galore. Free trolley offers transport between the different districts. stpeteartsalliance.org/artwalk Saturday, January 12 – Whose LIVE Anyway? 8 pm, $43.25 – $68.75, Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 N McMullen Booth Rd., Clearwater. 90 minutes of improvised comedy and song based on audience suggestions, starring Drew Carey, Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis and Joel Muray. 727.791.7400 rutheckerdhall.com www.ParadiseNewsFL.com • www.facebook.com/ParadiseNews
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Arts & Leisure Gulfport Lions Club Community Civic Organization 2nd and 4th Tuesdays 6 pm Gulfport Lions Clubhouse, 4630 Tifton Dr. S, Gulfport tbirdrob@yahoo.com Isle of Palms Civic Association Community Civic Organization 4th Tuesday 6 pm Dinner/Mixer Treasure Island Community Center Shelly Ritchie 860.480.3035 facebook.com/search/top/?q=isle%20 of%20palms%20civic%20association Military Of cers Association of St. Petersburg 3rd Friday. Pasadena Yacht & Country Club, 6300 Pasadena Point Blvd., Gulfport. Military Of cers that are retired, active duty or former of cers and their spouses or widows invited. RSVP 727.360.2936 moaastpetearea.com Military Of cers Wives Club 2nd Tuesday monthly Oct. to May. Banquet Masters, 13355 49th St. N & Ulmerton, Clearwater RSVP necessary 727.812.4868 Military Order of World Wars (Clearwater Chapter) 1st Tuesday 11:30 am, Belleair Country Club, One Country Club Lane, Belleair. Social, lunch & program. Military Of cers retired, active duty, former of cers, spouses, widows invited. RSVP: LTC George Smith 727.786.5578 National Active & Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Chapter 259 – Clearwater 727.643.7395 No meeting July and August National Active & Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Chapter 1140 – 4th Wed. monthly. 4th Monday except June, July, Aug. 11:30 am. Perkins Restaurant, 8841 Park Blvd., Seminole Spouses & guests welcome. narfe.org/chapter1140 Pass-A-Grille Shuf e Board January through March Tues/Thurs/Sat, 10 am – noon Pass-A-Grille Park 9 & 10th Ave. Member $20/yr, Open to Public. Rotary Club of Gulf Beaches Tuesdays, Noon, Guests welcome. The Club at Treasure Island, 400 Treasure Island Causeway, Treasure Island 727.434.2353 gulfbeachesrotary.com/index.php
Senior Solos 2nd Monday except July and August 1:30 pm, Pinellas Park Senior Center, 7625 59th St. N, Pinellas Park. A social group of single folks 55+. Wally 727.544.7183 or loisjolley@aol.com Social Club of St. Petersburg Sons of Italy, 2500 34th St. S, St. Petersburg. Bocce, cards and social events. Open to the public on Mondays and for special events. majord1050@aol.com 727.323.2691 sonso talysp.org Stetson Tech Club Last Monday 3 – 5 pm Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport Join Stetson Law students for their Tech Tips Classes. RSVP 727.893.5671 St. Petersburg International Community of Astrologers (SPICA) 3rd Thursday monthly 7 – 9 pm Blissful Beginnings, 9365 US Hwy 19 N. Suite B, Pinellas Park 727.347.4737 St. Petersburg Republican Club 2nd Wednesday 7 pm St. Petersburg Comm. Church, 4501 30th Ave. N, St. Petersburg Gail Hebert 727.526.2492 gailhebert@tampabay.rr.com St. Petersburg Shuf eboard Club Fridays, 7 – 11 pm, Free. 559 Mirror Lake Dr. N, St. Petersburg A hip twist on an old game. 727.822.2083 stpeteshuf e.com Suncoast Quilting Circle Wednesdays, 10 am or 3rd Monday 7 pm Pilgrim Congregational Church 6315 Central Ave., St. Petersburg suncoastquiltingcircle.org Swiss Club 2nd Saturday 11:45 am October thru May The Club at Treasure Island 400 Treasure Island Causeway, Treasure Island. 727.367.4511 swissclubstpetersburg.com Tampa Bay Surface Design Guild 2nd Monday, 6:30 – 8:30 pm Good Samaritan Church 6085 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park Coloring, patterning, structuring and transformation of fabric, ber and other materials surfacedesignguild.com
The Contemporaries Support Group of Members of Museum of Fine Arts. Monthly lectures, gatherings and eld trips supporting contemporary artists of Tampa Bay. $50 yearly membership in addition to MFA Membership. mfastpete.org The Heart of Pinellas Decorative Artists (HPDA) 2nd Saturday except December Faith Community Church, 1501 Walker Ave. N, Seminole. Local chapter of National Society of Decorative Painters. jen.hoffer98@gmail.com 727.687.2403 hpda .com Treasure Islettes Community Service Organization 4th Monday except June thru August Treasure Island Community Center 727.270.9024 tresurei2@aol.com treasureislettes.weebly.com December 1 – Holly Fest Bazaar & Luncheon
ATHLETIC CLUBS Clearwater/St. Petersburg Ski Club 2nd Tuesday 6:30 pm Mike’s Pizza & Deli Station, 13560 49th St., Clearwater. Pinellas County’s only ski club. 727.743.3108 snowsharks.org Mad Dogs Swim Wednesday night swims through summer 6 pm. Hurley Park Shelter, Pass-A-Grille Beach, 1600 Gulf Way, St. Pete Beach. 727.582.1910 stpetemaddogs.org Tampa Bay Beach Bums Beach volleyball for players of all levels tampabaybeachbums.com December 8, 9 – Winter Wonderland St. Pete Road Runners Member of Road Runners Club of America. Walkers, joggers, non-competitive & competitive runners. Monthly meetings, guest speakers, coaching, group runs, Grand Prix Series and social events. sprr.org
HEALTH Depression Bipolar Support Every Thursday 7 pm Pasadena Community Church Life Enrichment Building, Classroom 1A 227 70th St. S, St. Petersburg Free, no registration, con dential 727.410.1569 dbsatampabay.org/index.html
Gulfport Walking Club January through March Gulfport Recreation Center 5730 Shore Boulevard, Gulfport Gulfport & Pinellas County parks. John Lapham 727.893.1079 Jazzercise Exercise Classes Mondays and Wednesdays 5:30 pm Treasure Island City Hall 120 108th Ave., Treasure Island First class is free. 727.481.3995 eileen. tnesssimple@gmail.com
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Memory Café – Gulfport 3rd Monday 12:15 am – 2 pm Neptune Grille, 5501 Shore Blvd. S, Gulfport. Support for those suffering fr dementia and their loved ones. RSVP 727.327.0167 sensol@seniorsmile.co or 813.384.7571 catemcarty@gmail.co Memory Café – St. Petersburg 2nd Monday 11 am – 1 pm Carrabba’s St. Pete, 1951 4th St. N, S Petersburg. Support for those suffering from dementia and their loved ones. RSVP 727.327.0167 sensol@seniorsmile.com or 813.384.7571 catemcarty@gmail.com Ostomy Support Group Last Sunday 2 pm St. Anthony’s Hospital Auditorium, 1200 7th Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Learn all about the life changing procedure. 727.657.0998 ostomy.org/asg_pages_asg_251.html Walking Club & Memory Café 3rd Friday 10 – 11 am group walk Tyrone Sq. Mall/Food Court Entrance 11:15 am – 1 pm Memory Café at Red Robin 6901 22nd Ave. N., St. Petersburg For those with memory concerns & their loved ones. RSVP 727.327.0167 sensol@seniorsmile.com or 813.384.7571 catemcarty@gmail.co
NETWORKING 100+ Women Who Care – Pinellas Cove Cay Golf Club. 2612 Cove Cay D Clearwater. Provides nancial support to local, charitable organizatio 727.515.1868 100WWCPinellasCounty@gmail.com facebook.com/ 100WomenWhoCarePinellas Business & Professional Women’s Club 1st & 3rd Thursday, 11:30 am 400 Beach Dr., St. Petersburg 727.471.8248 bpwstpetepinellas.org
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Events Sunday, January 13 – Engelbert Humperdinck, The Man I Want To Be Tour 7 pm, $69/$89/$100, Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland Street, Clearwater. In a career spanning over 50 years, Engelbert has generated sales in excess of 140 million records, including 64 gold albums and 35 platinum, four GRAMMY® nominations, a Golden Globe® and stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Las Vegas Walk of Fame and Leicester Walk of Fame. 727.791.7400 rutheckerdhall.com/capitol-theatre Tuesday, January 15 – Sunday, January 20 – Les Misérables 2 pm Friday and Saturday/7:30 pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday/8 pm Friday and Saturday, $38 – $108, Straz Center, 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Misérables tells an unforgettable story of heartbreak, passion and the resilience of the human spirit. 813.229.7827 strazcenter.org Thursday, January 17 – Pilobolus Shadowland: The New Adventure 8 pm, $35/$50/$75, Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 N McMullen Booth Rd., Clearwater. International dance company Pilobolus showcases their multimedia spectacular Shadowland. Pilobolus has toured more than 64 countries over the last 42 years. rutheckerdhall.com Friday, January 18 – City of Gulfport Arbor Day 3:30 – 4:30 pm, Free, Tomlinson Park Complex, 19th Ave. S & 54th St. S, Gulfport. Celebrate trees and their importance to the environment. Children from the School Year Child Care Program will read excerpts and the Gulfport Teen Council will serve refreshments. Free Sweetgum and Red Maple seedlings will be available to guests while supplies last. 727.893.1118 mygulfport.us Saturday, January 19 – Third Saturday Art & Gallery Walk 6 – 10 pm, Free, Beach Blvd., Gulfport. The streets are lined with artisans, entertainment and gourmet goodies. Shops, galleries and restaurants open late. visitgulfport orida.com Saturday, January 19 and Sunday, January 20 – St. Pete Beach Classic Weekend Race Times and registration fees vary, Sirata Beach Resort, 5300 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach. Several Kids Dashes (50 to 300 yards), a 10K, 5K, 3.8 Mile Beach Fun Run and a Half Marathon separated by a couple post-race parties, free concert and a beach bon re. stpetebeachclassic.com/race-info Saturday, January 19 and Sunday, January 20 – Treasure Island Sport Kite Competition and Festival 10 am – 5 pm, Free, Treasure Island Beach, Thunderbird Beach Resort, 10700 Gulf Blvd., Treasure Island. Be amazed by the talented kite yers performing to music in dual-line and multi-line sport kite ying in a wide array of disciplines. eventbrite.com/e/22nd-annualti-sport-kite-competition-festivaltickets-47388008810
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Arts & Leisure RGANetwork Every Wednesday 11:30 am – 1:30pm Rib City, 1550 66th St. N, St. Petersburg Professional business networking organization. Member of Florida Barter rganetwork.net Women in Tourism Educate, encourage, network. 3rd Friday, various locations throughout Tampa Bay. tampabaywomenintourism.com
TOASTMASTERS Bay Pines Toastmasters Wednesdays 5:15 – 6:30 pm C.W. “Bill” Young VA Hospital, Medical Center Auditorium (Bldg 20), 10000 Bay Pines Blvd., St. Petersburg 727.488.4941 baypinestoastmasters.toastmastersclubs.org Cool ‘N Con dent Toastmasters Mondays 6:30 – 8 pm St. Petersburg College – Gibbs Campus, 6605 5th Ave. N, St. Petersburg RSVP to attend: 850.228.0315 1526154.toastmastersclubs.org Downtown St. Pete Toastmasters Thursdays 6:30 – 7:45 pm St. Petersburg College, Room DC125, 244 2nd Ave. N, St. Petersburg Robert 727.417.5777 downtownstpetetoastmasters.com Gulfport Toastmasters Wednesdays 6:15 – 7:30 pm Gulfport Library, 5501 28th Ave. S, Gulfport 727.709.2183 gulfporttoastmasters.com St. Petersburg Toastmasters Tuesdays 6:15 – 8:30 pm Hope Lutheran Fellowship Hall, 1801 62nd Ave. N, St. Petersburg stpetetoastmasters.org
THRIFT SHOPS Attic Shoppe 316 Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach Run by St. Albans Church One of longest running thrift shops in St. Pete Beach. 727.360.5647 stalbanstpetebeach.org CASA Thrift Shop 1011 1st Ave. N, St. Petersburg Wednesday Seniors 55+ save 25%. Monies raised bene t the victims of domestic violence. Donations greatly appreciated. 727.828.1233 casa-stpete.org
Creative Thrift Art Store (at Creative Clay) 1846 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg 727.825.0515 creativeclay.org/creative-thrift Pass-A-Grille Beach Community Church Thrift Shop 107 16th Ave. & Pass-A-Grille Way, St. Pete Beach. 727.360.5508 9 am – noon Tue, Wed., Thur., & Sat. Closed June through August Treasures by the Sea Church by the Sea 495 137th Ave., Madeira Beach 727.391.7706 10 am – 2 pm Tuesday & Thursday
DOWNTOWNS GULFPORT mygulfport.us Gulfport Public Library Events mygulfport.evanced.info/signup/calendar December 3 – Light Up the Night 7 – First Friday Art & Gallery Walk 8 – Holiday Hoopla 8 – Lighted Christmas Boat Parade 15 – Third Saturday Art & Gallery Walk January 4 – First Friday Art & Gallery Walk 19 – Third Saturday Art & Gallery Walk ST. PETE BEACH SPB Recreation Center 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach 727.363.9245 spbrec.com St. Pete Beach Public Library Events spblibrary.com/events December 1, 2 – Corey Area Craft Festival 7 – Boat Parade & Winter Festival 8 – Christmas Parade & Santa’s Visit to Whoville 15 – Senior Excursion: Holiday Lights in the Garden January 19, 20 – St. Pete Beach Classic Weekend ST. PETERSBURG stpete.org December 1 – Free visit with Santa 2 – Snowfest 6 – 9 – Free visit with Santa 7 – First Friday St. Pete 7 – Holiday Movies in the Park 8 – Second Saturday ArtWalk 14 – Holiday Movies in the Park 19 – 23 – Free visit with Santa 21 – Holiday Movies in the Park
TOURS First United Methodist Church 212 Third St. N, St. Petersburg Tour of 10 Tiffany style stained glass windows featuring recreation of Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper. First Wednesday at 11 am, organ concert at noon. Donations welcome. 727.894.4661 fumcsp.com Ghost Tour of Downtown St. Petersburg 181 4th Ave. NE, St. Petersburg Every night at 8 pm $20/$12 ages 4 – 12 727.894.4678 ghosttour.net/stpetersburg Preserve the Burg Historic Walking Tours Free for SPP members $10 non-members 727.824.7802 preservetheburg.org December 1 – Original Downtown 8 – The Waterfront 15 – Historic Gulfport 11 – Holiday Lights Neighborhood Bike Tour 15 – Downtown with a Literary Twist 22 – Westward Ho to Historic Kenwood 29 – North Downtown and Old Northeast 30 – Keeping St. Pete Special Bike Tour Walking Mural Tours Departing from Florida CraftArt, 501 Central Ave., St. Petersburg Murals and history behind them Saturdays from 10 – 11:30 am 727.821.7391 oridacraftart.org
MARKETS TUESDAYS Gulfport’s Tuesday Fresh Market All year 9 am – 3 pm, October thru April 9 am – 2 pm, May thru September Beach Blvd, below 28th Ave. S, Gulfport Live music. Second Tuesday – Clothing Swap freshmarket@gulfportma.com WEDNESDAYS NEW Seminole Wednesday Market November thru April 10 am – 2 pm Seminole Recreation Center, 9100 113th St., Seminole facebook.com/ SeminoleWednesdayMarket
FRIDAYS Treasure Island Friday Market December thru April 9 am – 2 pm Community Center’s Park (behind Walgreens)104th Ave. & Park Place, Treasure Island. Free parking, live music. 727.360.4121 islandneighborschamber.org SATURDAYS Saturday Morning Market Closed for September only 9 am – 2 pm, October thru May Al Lang Stadium parking lot, corner 1st Ave. S & 1st St., St. Petersburg 9 am – 1 pm, June thru August Williams Park, 1st Ave. N & 3rd St. St. Petersburg 727.455.4921 saturdaymorningmarket.com
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Arts & Leisure VOLUNTEER
State of Florida Guardian ad Litem Program Sixth Judicial Circuit Court of FL, 14250 49th St. N, Suite 4000, Clearwater Help abused, abandoned and neglected children 727.464.6528 guardianadlitem.org
AARP Various volunteer opportunities aarp.org/giving-back Daystar Life Center 226 6th St. S, St. Petersburg Variety of volunteer positions available to help alleviate hunger and homelessness in Pinellas County. Information sessions held the third Tuesday of every month at 1:30 p.m. 727.498.8794 daystarlife.com/word
St. Petersburg Free Clinic 863 3rd Ave. N, St Petersburg To schedule new volunteer orientation: kaitlynne.silvers@stpetersburgfreeclinic.org 727.821.1200 ext 114 stpetersburgfreeclinic.org
Empath Health / Suncoast Hospice Locations throughout Pinellas County Various positions. Training provided Ages 14+ years. 727.523.3440 empathhealth.org
Tampa Bay Watch 3000 Pinellas Bayway S, Tierra Verde rarndt@tampabaywatch.org 727.867.8166 ext 233 tampabaywatch.org
Friends of Strays 2911 47th Ave. N, St. Petersburg Non-pro t, no kill shelter volunteers@friendsofstrays.org 727.522.6566 ext 107 friendsofstrays.com/home
YOGA / SPIRITUAL All Care Health Center 8900 Park Blvd., Seminole 727.767.0950 allcare4u.com Sit, Pilates, Circuit Training, Corrective, Exercise, Yoga, Personal Training, Acupuncture
Marine Exploration Center 250 8th Ave. SE, St. Petersburg Looking for volunteers who are passionate about the marine environment 727.803.9799 ext 201 mecstpete.org
Beach Yoga Pinellas Various locations 727.222.6476 beachyogapinellas.com info@beachyogapinellas.com Year round resident discount packages
RCS of Pinellas County Positions needed at Food Bank, Haven of RCS, Grace House, Thrift Store. Helping families of hunger, homelessness and domestic violence. 45 minute orientation required. christi.snyder@rcspinellas.org 727.584.3528 ext 407 rcspinellas.org
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St. Pete Beach Yoga 727.686.0123 stpetebeachyoga@gmail.com On demand beach yoga Private or group sessions Sunken Gardens 1825 Fourth St. N, St. Petersburg 727.892.5715 sunkengardens.org Awaken Yoga & Mediation – Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday Suntan Arts Center 3300 Pass-A-Grille Way, St. Pete Beach 727.367.3818 suntanart.org Celebrating 50+ Years Morning Yoga and Ashtanga Yoga Tampa Museum of Art 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa 813.259.1720 tampamuseum.org Monday Meditation The Longhouse 2309 49th Street S, Gulfport 727.322.5766 longhouse.info All levels of skill and techniques Tree of Life Yoga 6800 Gulf Blvd., Ste. 205, South Pasadena Shopping Ctr., 727.514.3057 treeo ifeyoga.org Yoga, Meditation, Barre, Ayurveda, Yoga Teacher Training Yoga at the Dali The Dali Museum, One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg 727.823.3767 thedali.org Vinyasa yoga, Sundays at 10:30 am Yoga at Sundial Sundial St Pete, 153 2nd Ave N., St Petersburg 727.800.3201 sundialstpete.com Free. Energizing morning yoga class in the Sundial courtyard. Every third Saturday at 9 am Yoga – Jeanne Salvo, RYT 500 Pass-A-Grille Beach Comm. Church, 107 16th Ave., St. Pete Beach Phone/Text 727.224.7631 Jesalvo@tampabay.rr.com Yoga Style: Kripalu
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The Striped Burrfish is a type of pufferfish named for the spines covering its head which look like large burrs. It puffs up in size, with an organ known as a buccal pump, to appear larger in order to intimidate predators. Adults are most often found in seagrass beds. We commonly see Striped Burrfish in Tampa Bay during otter trawl sessions on our classroom boat with Estuary EDventures field trips! Source: http://www.dnr.state.md.us/
Be a part of Manatee Watch for gasparilla Invasion Volunteers needed on January 26
A2L Technologies, Inc. is recruiting volunteers to be a part of Manatee Watch for the 2019 Gasparilla Flotilla Invasion on January 26, 2019, to protect the manatees. Volunteer needs include: • 6 private captained boats flanking the flotilla (2 spotter volunteers on each vessel) • Lead Coast guard vessel – 1 spotter volunteer • 2 Coast guard auxiliary vessels – 1 spotter volunteer on each vessel • Tampa general Hospital roof – 2 spotter volunteers • Tampa Convention Center – 2 spotter volunteers • Davis Island Airport – 2 spotter volunteers For each volunteer group, a meeting will be held with the group representative to lay out the requirements of your responsibilities. Observers without prior experience will be required to view the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC’s) “Introduction to Manatees” video. Interested volunteers should contact: Larry g. Schmaltz, President of A2L Technologies, Inc. at larrys@a2ltech.com or 813-480-1437.
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December 6, 7, or 14, 9 am - Noon each day Tampa Bay Watch is recruiting volunteers to install oyster domes on December 6 & 7 to build an oyster shell bar on December 14 from 9am - noon each day on the shoreline of MacDill Air Force Base.
The oyster shell project on 12/14 involves shoveling fossilized shell into mesh bags, transporting the bags to the project site, and placing oyster shell bags on the shoreline to create a series of oyster bars. It is pretty physical labor with oyster shell bags weighing around 30 pounds each, so the minimum age to participate is 18 years old.
You must have a valid driver’s license, vehicle registration, and car insurance to drive onto the base. We’ll ask you for some personal info in the volunteer registration process: your full name, the state that issued your driver’s license, driver’s license number, & the expiration date of your driver’s license for MacDill’s security clearance.
MANATeeS
Look out and slow down for manatees to help them as they begin migrating to warmer waters. November is Manatee Awareness Month. Florida has more than 6,600 manatees swimming in rivers, bays and coastal waters. These large aquatic mammals can weigh over 1,000 pounds. As the weather cools, manatees are on the move,
searching for warmer waters to survive the winter. Remember: Disturbing manatees at warm-water sites may cause them to leave those areas at a time when it is critical for them to remain there. “Boaters who look out for migrating manatees and follow posted manatee protection zones contribute to the conservation of this threatened species. They are reducing the chance of manatee injuries and disturbance, while enjoying their time on the water,” said Carol Knox, who leads the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Imperiled Species Management Section.
Seasonal manatee protection zones also go into effect in the fall, depending on the county. The zones are marked by waterway signs, and maps of local manatee protection zones are available online at MyFWC.com/Manatee by clicking on “Data and Maps.”
How can you help manatees? Wear polarized sunglasses to spot them moving, grazing and resting in the water. Keep a lookout for the circular “footprints” or ripples they leave on the surface of the water. Follow posted manatee zones. Observe manatees from a distance to limit disturbance. Disturbing manatees at their warm-water sites may cause them to leave these areas during the winter. Report injured, entangled, orphaned or dead manatees to the FWC’s Wildlife Alert Hotline: 888-404-FWCC (3922), #FWC or *FWC on your cellphone or text Tip@MyFWC.com. Access and share A boater’s guide to living with Florida manatees and Guidelines for successful manatee watching in Florida that focuses on paddlers. Purchase the manatee decal and license plate, and tell everyone how the decal and license plate support the FWC’s manatee conservation efforts. Contribute to the Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida’s Marine Mammal Fund by visiting WildlifeFlorida.org and clicking on “Support Us,” “Funding Priorities” and “ Marine Mammal Fund.”
Florida invests over $2 million annually in manatee conservation, with FWC biologists, managers and law enforcement working with partners to research, rescue and manage Florida manatees. Want to see a manatee? Go to MyFWC.com/Manatee and click on “Where Can I See Manatees?”
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FisHiNG
By Captain Mark & dylan Hubbard HubbardsMarina.com at John’s Pass (727) 393-1947
In Shore - The cooling water seems to have the fish excited. Red tide seems to have finally relaxed. We had some young anglers on the dock this past week catching some nice snook using large live shrimp free-lined around the pilings. Also, the sheepshead were coming up when they were using smaller chunks of shrimp free-lined along side the dock’s structure. Still plenty of pompano being caught along the jetties of Johns Pass and the beaches from Madeira Beach to Pass-A-Grille. The sheepshead will become bigger, more aggressive and more prolific in the next few months. Also, the silver trout and whiting action should heat up as the water cools along the beaches and just off the beach with a long surf rod cast! While these whiting and silver trout love live shrimp, my favorite method to catch tons of silver trout is the double love lures popped along the sandy bottom just past the breakers along the beaches up to a mile from shore.
Near Shore - Gags, kings and hogs continue to get better. The kingfish are biting on the trollers. Here’s a video to show you how to tie up a kingfish stinger rig https://hubbardsmarina.com/fishing-tips/ The best trolling lure lately for the kings has been a rapala xrap magnum 30 with the red head and white body. The flat lines have been hit just using a dead threadfin floating in the current or under a balloon 6 8ft down. Captain Dave has had a pile of gag grouper nearly every 5, 8 and 10 hour private charter. On the longer private charters with more fishing time they are seeing piles of big gags in the 12-18 lb range. The best bait lately for the gags is just simply doubled-up threadfin herring. Also, besides the kings and gags, the hogfish are really picking up; nicely even on the party boat 5-hour half-days we are seeing 2-6 keeper hogs per trip.
The live shrimp on the lighter tackle like the 4ot hook and 30lb long fluoro leader with the 3/4oz knocker rig style set up has the best chances for nice hogfish and tons of other heads and tails like the big lanes and mangrove snapper that we have been seeing on the all day or the plentiful grey snapper (grunts) and occasional sea bass were seeing on the 5 hour half days. Off Shore – More of the same offshore, the 39 hour trips are just piling up the mangrove snapper! Recent trips had enormous piles of mangrove snapper along with some fat yellow tails mixed in as well. The gag grouper bite was a little slower this trip but they still managed two dozen nice gags, a few scamp and a couple red grouper. The big kingfish and a few tuna showed up too. Most of the pelagic action was at night while mangrove snapper slaying we saw these big pelagics hitting the snapper chunked threadfins as they were being dropped down or retrieved from the bottom. It’s a great time to get offshore! Join us for the super-light 39 hour long range fishing adventures we have coming up at Hubbard’s Marina, to book now check out this link https://hubbardsmarina.com/ fishing-trip-reservations/ _________ Don’t forget about your Hubbard’s Marina “gift Certificates for Christmas,” if you are looking for a great present for the fisherman, dolphin cruiser, island lover of sunset enthusiast in your family, the Hubbard’s Marina gift certificate makes a killer gift for your friends, family and loved ones! Check out our gift certificate purchase link right here. You can send them to yourself and print them out for a gift at Christmas or you can email it to them directly, it’s up to you! Here’s the link to buy your certificate today: https:// hubbardsmarina.com/gift-certificates/
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Boating Skills & Seamanship Classes Generously Taught By US Coast Guard
by Peter A. Roos
There are more boats and boaters in Pinellas County than almost anywhere else in the world.
Boating Skills & Seamanship classes are generously presented Tuesday evenings by the USCG Auxiliaries in Downtown St. Petersburg and in St. Pete Beach. Completion satisfies the State of Florida boater I.D. safety education requirements.
uSCGAuX Safe Boating Tuesdays, 7 pm, 12-week continuous program, Up to 2 years to finish. $45, $60 couple, U.S. Coast Guard Aux Flotilla 78, Warren Webster Building, 1500 Pass-A-Grille Way, St. Pete Beach Jim 727.360.4846 or Tony 941.504.4855
December 11 – Which Boat is for you? 18 – Equipment for Your Boat
January 8 – Waterway Watch/ Trailering Your Boat 15 – Handling Your Boat 22 - Knots & Lines 29 - Boating Safety
At the US Coast Guard Base, St. Petersburg, 1300 Beach Dr.,SE, St. Pete Aux Flotilla 72 Tuesdays 7:30 - 9:30 pm, 9-week program Cost of books & materials $60.
Pay by check or cash on the first night you attend. Go to www.tampabaysafeboating.com for more info or leave name & number 727-898-1324. Marty richardson is offering a free 3-hour special class “Suddenly in Command” on Saturday, Jan 26th 9-noon at the Gulfport Coast Guard Auxiliary at 3120 Mariam St. S. on the north shore of Boca Ciega Bay. “The captain becomes incapacitated or falls overboard; you purchase a new boat and step aboard for the first time. You are Suddenly In Command.”
Paradise NEWS has an “On The Water” section in its Arts & Leisure listings each issue. You will find current information on classes for boating safety, sailing, and other opportunities to just sit back and relax, and let others do the boating.
Find other Coast Guard Boating class information online at http://www.CGaux.org
Pet HeALtH
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A Trainer even Your Dog will Love!
What Your Best Friend Might Want for Christmas
In Paradise NEWS’ June/July issue, on page 36, you will find a full-page story about Nature’s Pet Herbals (NPH) and their CBD products for pets, which pet owners are raving about. CBD is a derivative of hemp that has medicinal benefits. NPH founder Kathryn garsh says Nature’s Pet won the 2018 Pet Business Industry Recognition Award. “All our USA-made, ALL-Natural CBD health products for pets are made from medical-grade Cannabidiol, with zero psychoactive content, and can be sold in various retail stores. NPH products are full-spectrum and CO2 extracted. Each batch is third party tested to ensure quality standards are achieved.” NPH products come in convenient dispenser bottles including:
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The products sell at retail in the $25 - $75 range and come in a variety of strengths. You can visit www.NaturesPetHerbals.Com for more information and product descriptions, and people can order online from almost anywhere in the world, so feel free to share this information with relatives and friends. The products are available at local pet stores. Use the store locator on their website to find a local expert in CBD use. They also have a full line of CBD products for
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St. Pete Beach Library - Welcomes the celebrated acoustic duo Hungrytown.
Wednesday, December 12, 6:00-7:00 PM St. Pete Beach Library - 365 73rd Ave., St. Pete Beach • 727-363-9238 • Admission: free. Supported by the St. Pete Beach Library.
They have been favorites of the Florida winter touring circuit for several years, and within the last two years have toured extensively throughout the US, Great Britain, Germany and New Zealand. Vermonters Rebecca Hall and Ken Anderson, who make up Hungrytown, have been performing internationally full time for fifteen years. Hungrytown’s songs and music have appeared in numerous television programs, including IFC’s Portlandia, Comedy Central’s The Daily Show and Neftlix’s comedy, Lady Dynamite; as well as ST. PeTe BeACH LIBRARY 365 73rd Ave., SPB, 363-9238 Monday/Wednesday 10-8 Tuesday/Thursday/Friday 10-6 Saturday 10-2 Sunday, closed Administrator: Betcinda Kettells New website! SPBLibrary.com Like us on Facebook! facebook.com/SPBLibrary Closed: Tuesday, Dec. 25 Tuesday, Jan 1 Monday, Jan. 21 TeCH TueSDAYS 3 PM E-book help, Dec. 4 Tablet/iPad, Dec. 11, Jan. 8 Laptop help, Dec. 18, Jan. 15 Smartphone Help, Jan. 22 iPad 101 (use our iPads) Thursday, Dec. 6, 11 am Hoopla 101 More electronic resources for library patrons Wednesday, Dec. 12, 4pm
ADuLT PROgRAMS Decorate the Library & Friends Free gift Wrapping Saturday, Dec 1, 11 am-1 pm Medicare Counseling (reserve one-on-one hour with trained S.H.I.N.E. volunteer) Tuesday, Dec. 4, 10 am-2:30 pm Make Your Own Calendar Wednesday, Dec. 5, 11 am Topics in American History: Pearl Harbor
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various documentaries and major sporting events ranging from NASCAR to Hockey Night in Canada. Their third and latest album, Further West, made the top 10 on the American Folk DJ charts for two months, and at least 14 “Best of the Year” lists. “Not only is this one of the best albums of 2015, it’s one of the best of the decade,” proclaimed New York Music Daily. • Hungrytown’s full calendar: http://hungrytown.net/concerts • Band Website: http://hungrytown.net • Promotional photos/posters: http://hungrytown.net/promoposters/ • You can find more information at hungrytown.net, or visit us at facebook.com/hungrytown. • Press reviews: http://hungrytown.net/reviews. • Special-access link to latest album, Further West: https://soundcloud.com/song-catcher/sets/hungrytow n-further-west/s-8qbU3 • Hungrytown is a Martin guitar String Patrol™ artist.
Presented by David Busch Friday, Dec. 7, 4 pm Mayor’s Open Office Visit with Mayor Alan Johnson Mondays, 6 to 7 pm, Dec. 10 Jan., 7 Blind Pass Rd. Construction Project Public Meeting Wednesday, Dec. 12, 3:30 pm Wednesday, Jan. 9 St. Pete High Pitchforks A capella Christmas carols Friday, Dec. 14, 3 pm Holiday Cookie Swap Bring a dozen, enjoy others Friday, Dec. 14, 4 pm Movie Day at the Library Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2 & 5:30 pm Crazy Rich Asians Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2 & 5:30 pm title TBA Play Jeopardy on our new SMART Board Friday, Dec. 28, 11 am Authors’ extravaganza Friday, Jan 4, 11 am Popular Author Tim Dorsey Talk and sign new book: No Sunscreen for the Dead Wednesday, Jan. 16, 6:30 pm Classical guitarist Jane Rosenbohm Tuesday, Jan. 29, 4 pm Music Appreciation Series: Presented by Christiane Vinet Wednesday, Jan. 30, 11 am
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Friends Annual Fall Basket Silent Auction Ends Friday, Dec. 14, 5 pm BOOK DISCuSSION gROuP Tuesdays, 10:30am Dec. 18, Old Filth Jan. 15, Maigret and the Fortune Teller CHILDReN’S PROgRAMS Story Time Sing & Learn Ages 0-5, Mondays, 11 am Dec. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Jan. 7, 14, 28 SPB Holiday Parade ends at SPB Library Saturday, Dec. 8, 11 am, parade begins, then visit the Grinch at the Library Family Movie Night Mondays, 5:30 pm Dec. 17, A Wrinkle in Time Jan. 14, title TBA
GULF BEACHES LIBRARY 200 Municipal Drive Madeira Beach, FL 33708 Vincent Gadrix, MLIS, MBA, Director 727-391-2828 gulfbeacheslibrary@icloud.com – December 2018 – January 2019 Events Closed: Monday, Dec. 24 & Tuesday, Dec. 25 – Christmas; Monday, Dec. 31 – New Year’s Eve; Tuesday, January 1 – New Year’s Day; Monday, January 21 – MLK Day Author Talk:
Wed., January 16 – Tim Dorsey. 4 pm. Computer/Mobile Device Help: Mon’s, December 10; January 14 & 28. 1 pm. Ask questions about any of your problem devices. Writer’s group: Mon’s, December 3, 10 & 17; January 7, 14 & 28. 10 am -12 pm. All writers are welcome. Bring a few pages of your current work in progress to share with the group. International Films: Tue’s, December 4, 11 & 18; January 8, 15, 22 & 29. 4 pm. Wednesday Movies: Wed’s, December 5, 12, 19 & 26; January 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30. 2:30 pm. Popular films, new and old favorites. Call for show titles. Investment Club: Thur’s, December 6, 13, 20 & 27; January 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31. 2:30 pm – 4 pm. Join a group of experienced investors in an exchange of ideas about the current market and investment opportunities. Mah Jong: Thur’s, December 6, 13, 20 & 27; January 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31. 12 – 2 pm. gB Scrabble: Fri’s, December 7, 14, 21 & 28; January 4, 11, 18 & 25. 1 pm – 4 pm. Learn some new two-letter words! Tampa Bay Scrabble Club: Sat’s, December 1 & 22; January 5 & 19. 11 am – 4 pm. NASPA sanctioned club (#699). Bring your boards, clocks, tiles and tracking sheets as available. Lunch, snacks & drinks are welcome. Book groups: Chatterbooks: Tue’s, December 18 – The Last Days of Dogtown by Anita Diamant; January 22 – TBD. 10:30 am. Children’s Programs: Baby & Me storytime: Wed’s, December 5, 12, 19 & 26; January 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30. 10:30 am. Pre-K storytime: Fri’s, December 7, 14, 21 & 28; January 4, 11, 18 & 25. 10:30 am. Holiday Party – Sat. Dec. 8. 12 - 2 pm. Santa, crafts, and pizza. Art Programs for Adults: Call library for times and dates. 727-391-2828.
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by Sarah Lyons - Sirius Systems Astrological Services www.sarahlyonsastrologer.com • 727.347.4737 “Get Sirius about Your Future” December 2018 Astrology Forecast We start our last month of 2018 with relationship planet Venus returning to passionate Scorpio on the 2nd. Love and money become serious business now but Mars and Neptune add a gentle, sensitive and romantic tone as we near the holidays. Mercury will begin to move direct on the 6th for clear sailing through the rest of the year; but be patient as he gets started again! The New Moon in optimistic Sagittarius falls on the 7th; starting a lunar cycle ready to take chances and break a few molds! Compassion and charity work will be a strong focus as we think of those in need. On the 12th, Mercury will join Jupiter in Sagittarius! These two planets are ready for travel near of far! The holiday spirit will be spread far and wide; whether in person, by mail, online, phone or visits and done with much generosity! The Winter Solstice occurs on the 21st as the Sun enters Capricorn, beginning our coldest season! The very next day a Full Snow Moon in home and family loving Cancer lights up the sky! The mood can be reflective and serious, but compassionate and understanding now. Set boundaries and avoid power struggles during gatherings. Be assertive but allow others to express their feelings openly. Christmas Eve and Christmas Day enjoy the warm, sunny, generous spirit of a Leo Moon! Conversations are lively and an “over the top” atmosphere prevails wherever you go! Don’t miss the lavish parties and accept all invitations that come your way! New Years Eve will usher in 2019 with an intense, passionate Scorpio Moon! Overindulgence is likely as we may not be aware of the extent we take the celebrating to! We get an extra boost of bold energy from Mars as he goes home to Aries the night of
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the 31st; starting the new year off with action! Final word; celebrate safe and enjoy a very Happy New Year!
Income and financial developments are your focus; plans go well, support comes easily.
SAGITTARIUS: You are off to a new start this month with adventure on your mind! You may even forgo family gatherings for some time on your own! Financial matters surface. Let go of the old before your new year!
CANCER: The workplace livens up with new paths to explore! Health will begin to improve. Romance is favored; enjoy recreation, fun, take a trip! You are in the full moon spotlight; support partner, learn, explore together.
CAPRICORN: Private affairs take new interest. Social calendar fills and keeps you on the go! Drive with awareness; speak with clarity and care. Relationships take center stage on a meaningful note as the holidays near.
LEO: Romance has new beginnings. Fun, hobbies and children are new interests. Home and family time is favored. Enjoy intimate moments and private time. Work, duties are demanding; balance for health is required.
AQUARIUS: New activity lights up social life! You are in a giving mood with time and money. Career is enhanced and energy goes into earning. Health matters surface; need attention; you get the assistance you need. PISCES: A new path for career opens up with many choices! You take action, but feel uncertain. Travel is pleasant. Full moon shines a serious beam onto romance, children and fun time! Explore and enjoy learning! ARIES: You are ready to travel and explore; a trip is likely, maybe a private getaway. Resources are enhanced and support comes easily. Spotlight falls on home and family; intimate sharing and duties to your loved ones. TAURUS: A new start in finances begins; don’t let others mislead you. Partner is pleasing and relationships are enjoyable. Travel is pleasant but comes with obligations. Energy goes into charity work, friends; social time. GEMINI: New energy fills relationships with opportunities and growth. Health improves. Workplace is pleasant; superiors supportive.
VIRGO: Home life is filled with new activity! Family time is enjoyable and fun! Daily life and conversations are pleasant. Work together with partner. Social life and group invitations fill your holiday schedule and spare time! LIBRA: New energy surrounds everyday life and keeps you on the go! Income is enhanced; workplace active and career or position puts you in the spotlight! Balance professional life with family, personal obligations. SCORPIO: New financial plans emerge; opportunities are many. You are favored now and easily get your way! Romance and leisure time gets your attention. Travel comes with obligations; learning serious; but still enjoyed! Sirius Systems Astrological Services www.sarahlyonsastrologer.com www.facebook.com/sarahlyonsastrologer Office: 727-347-4737 “Get Sirius about your future!”
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