JUNE HURLEY-YOUNG SAVIOR OF DON CESAR
WEDDING SHOWCASE BEACH STYLE - APRIL 24
HAROLD C. ANDERSON LUMBER CO. SINCE 1908
DISTRIBUTION LOCATIONS (Partial listing of Rack & Stack locations)
ST. PETERSBURG
COVER STORY
22 PCI - Wedding Showcase
Fresh from a $5 million major facelift, the PostCard Inn on the Beach Shows Off - April 21- Easter Buffet & Wedding Showcase - April 24 BY PETER A. ROOS
24 Madfish’s New Mission Fulfilling a Bride’s Vision
FEATURES
BY ALLEN COHEN
25 June Hurley-Young A True Renaissance Woman’s Full Life BY STEVE TRAIMAN
28 Memorial - Lance Peterson Lance Was a Special Guy BY STEVE TRAIMAN
33 Suntan Art Center Local Art Renaissance in Action 27
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PROFILES
15 Anderson Lumber Company Building communities since 1908 BY PETER ROOS
19 Sparkle Wash Get it Clean Right The 1st Time BY PETER ROOS
LIFE in Paradise
34 Downtown Concierge
Nanette tells us where to go
this month BY NANETTE WISER
37 Michael Carbonaro Live Bizarre Antics Performer at Mahaffey Theater April 11th at 7 PM
ENTERTAINMENT
BY NANETTE WISER
39 Todd Rundgren
The Individualist Tour BY NANETTE WISER
Happy Feet Plus Locale Market Hollander Hotel Morean Art Center Chihuly Museum St Pete Chamber So Chic Consignment
GRAND CENTRAL DISTRICT PHOTO BY VALERIE BOGLE
CONTENTS
PHOTO BY BOB SCHLESINGER
Sundial Shoppes Florida Jean Co Vinoy Hotel Holocaust Museum Florida CraftArt The Hangar Terminal
DEPARTMENTS PUBLISHERS LETTER ....6 LETTERS ......................7 TIDBITS ..................8-11 PROPERTY LAW .........12 REAL ESTATE ...........16 CONSTRUCTION ........18 LIFE IN PARADISE ......27 ENCOURAGING WORDS 32 ART NEWS ...........40-43 ARTS & LEISURE .44-59 EVENTS ...............46-58 ENVIRONMENTAL ......60 PET HEALTH .............62 BOATING SAFETY ......64 FISHING ....................65 CLASSIFIED .........66-67 LIBRARY ....................68 PLAYING AROUND ....69 ASTROLOGY ..............70 COVER DESIGN: Lori Bellinger ARTWORK: Troy Hayes, Engine 59, compliments of PCI Resort on the Beach Photos by Alyissa Landri JUNE HURLEY YOUNG SAVIOR OF DON CESAR
HAROLD C. ANDERSON LUMBER CO. SINCE 1908
Haslams Book Store
TYRONE AREA Cody’s Road House Harold Seltzer
GULFPORT Chamber Seabreeze Inn Gulfport Casino
Habana Café Library/City Hall Art Village Boulevard Shoppe
ISLA DEL SOL & BAYWAY ISLES Regions Bank Sterling Cleaners Patchingtons
Island Salon Subway Isla Yacht & CC
TIERRA VERDE Billy’s TD Bank Phila Deli
ReMax Metro Marco’s Wong Lee’s Island Grille
SOUTH PASADENA Palms Hospital Winn Dixie
Spiro’s Deli Fountains Towers Regions Bank
PASS-A-GRILLE Merry Pier Paradise Grille Gennaro’s SeaCritters Suntan Art Center
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 Sushi Gulf to Bay Bait UPS Store 5th/3rd Bank Skidders
COREY AREA DISTRICT Art Expo Paradise Gifts Frog Pond
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TREASURE ISLAND Bilmar Hotel The Pearl TI & MB Chamber WEDDIN G SHOWCASE
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From the Publishers Our area has been a world-renowned family vacation spot for years. Many who vacationed here have come back here to be married and many return year after year for anniversaries. They dream of moving here in retirement and for many, those dreams come true. This issue is the first in twenty-five years with a matrimony themed cover story as the Post Card Inn celebrates completion of a $5 million makeover with a Wedding Showcase on Wednesday, April 24th. Our favorite steak and seafood restaurant, Mad Fish, is setting out to host bridal, bar-mitzvah and anniversary parties, as well as smaller business meetings and company celebrations and events. In this issue, we also celebrate the life of June Hurley-Young, the last of her generation of Hurley’s, famous as a ‘Webb City Girl,’ a local host of Romper Room and a journalist credited with saving the Don CeSar. We also say thanks and farewell to Lance Peterson, who will be missed. This month we begin to reach out each month to introduce Paradise News to 5,000-7,500 new readers. If you have just received your first copy in the mail, this is your one chance to embrace it or ignore it. We promised our advertisers outreach for our 25th Anniversary, and over the next year we will introduce 50,000 more homes and businesses to Paradise NEWS. If you like it, embrace it. You can order a subscription for $30 $15 for 10 issues or $125 $75 for 5 years. (Just $2.50 $1.50 each, delivered to your mailbox ten times a year.) Paradise NEWS typically arrives in 25,000 mailboxes around the 15th of the month, so we try to give you all the information readers need until the middle of the next month when the new issue arrives in the mail. If you prefer to read online, where all the internet links are active ones, be our guest. Visit our website www.paradisenewsfl.com to see the new issue online near the first of each month. While you are there, look around. If you think there is a lot of information in the print edition, you are in for a treat on our website. Subscribe to our weekly electronic newsletter. We’ll email you a link directly to the new issue on the first Thursday of each month.
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The first quarter of a century as publishers of Paradise NEWS has been one of the most rewarding periods of our lives together. We have worked together on this publication, helping businesses reach the residents of and visitors to the barrier islands and adjacent waterfront communities of south St. Petersburg for half our married lives. We moved here for our son to become a day student at Admiral Farragut Academy for his final 3 years of high school, never intending to stay, but we discovered a different world here on the islands.
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I recently joined the TREASURE ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY because I love this island and want to help in the preservation of the wonderful and interesting memorabilia that has been collected. This is the first annual selection of a Citizen of the Year and he will be honored that night. He is JULIAN FANT.... who first served as manager of the Treasure Island Chamber of Commerce in 1961 and then as mayor of Treasure Island for 10 years beginning in 1965 as well as District 2 Commissioner. He was a member of the Treasure Island volunteer fire department for 30 years. He also is the unofficial city historian and founder of the art guild. He had been involved in Treasure Island politics for many years. - Sylvia Stanley “all you need is love and a gorgeous hat”
Editor - Julian Fant served as columnist of the “FINAL WORD” in Paradise NEWS for over a year after his last appointed role as commissioner. Congratulations Julian on your well-deserved recognition and thanks again for all your service to the community.
The Florida Holocaust Museum issued the following statement To the people of New Zealand: As Elie Wiesel wrote: Wherever men and women are persecuted because of their race, religion, or political views, that place must at that moment- become the center of the universe. From far across the oceans, we at The Florida Holocaust Museum condemn hatred. We condemn violence. We condemn fear being generated. We condemn the
hateful, hurtful, dangerous actions of white supremacy. We offer resolve and hope for a brighter future, where people can coexist across religious difference, across color lines, across beliefs. We offer compassion. We offer solidarity. With the memory of the Holocaust and genocide, with a
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passion for the betterment of human rights, we say to you, there will be a new day. You are the center of our universe. In solidarity, - The Florida Holocaust Museum Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus Holocaust Museum Houston Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center Montreal Holocaust Museum
Dear Renee and Peter: Please accept my congratulations on the quality of Paradise News. In my opinion you and your publication have successfully grown with the times. Your articles are interesting and to my eyes, refreshingly apolitical. I now look forward to your monthly efforts and enjoy most if not all of the content. Respectfully, - John E. Bailey - Former St Pete Beach Commissioner
In your article “Lane Closures Pending,” by Peter Roos, (Feb Page 31) the advice to contact Jim Sebesta is incorrect. He is no longer a FL State Senator. The FL Senators who represent parts of St. Petersburg, So. Pasadena and beaches are Darryl Rouson, Jeff Brandes and Ed Hooper. Please Share. Thank you for this news! - Diane Lohr, South Pasadena
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PASS-A-GRILLE PAG Church to Hold
Easter Sunrise Service
Pass-A-Grille Beach Community Church will celebrate its 78th annual Easter Sunrise Service on April 21. The community continues to embrace this inspirational service as last year approximately 1200 worshippers attended. The service will be held at Pass-A-Grille Park between 9th and 10th Avenues at 6:30 am. All are invited to arrive early for music and meditation. Two additional services, with traditional Easter music and a brass choir, will be held at the church at 8:45 & 10:00 am. The church, located at 107 16 Ave., St. Pete Beach, will conduct Palm Sunday services on April 14 at 8:45 and 10:00 am. For more information on these services and other church activities please call the church office at 727-360-5508 or visit www.pagchurch.org
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Wonder What’s Being Built at Treasure Island’s east entrance? It’s the boutique FUSION Resort, featuring sips and slips. Due to open in late 2019, the 2-3 bedroom all-suite resort is being outfitted for luxury. It features 18 slips for vessels up to 50 feet, and a roof-top bar & swimming pool. For more, see www.fusiontreasureisland.com Health Fair | Trade Show Thursday, April 18, 2019 10 am - 2 pm Treasure Island Comm. Center 154–106th Ave., Treasure Island. Jill Dunavin, 727-360-4121 The Health Fair / Trade Show, sponsored by TIMB Chamber & RGA features a variety of free health screenings, in addition to information about products and services. Door prizes will be presented throughout the event. Admission and parking are free to the public, and the first 100 visitors will receive “swag bags” filled with coupons and gifts from area merchants. For further information, or to participate as an exhibitor, contact Event Coordinator Jill Dunavin at 727-360-4121. TIMB Chamber seeks computer savvy volunteers with the “gift of gab.” The Chamber, now located at 12601 Gulf Blvd., in Treasure Island, opens Mon-Fri,10-4 Volunteer shifts run 10-1 or 1- 4. Volunteers can fill one or more shifts, ideally the same shift every week. Volunteers make phone calls letting business members know about upcoming events like ribbon cuttings and after hours mixers.
They also help with entering data on spread sheets; assisting in the preparation of flyers; and preparing gift bags and packets of information. Volunteers are also needed for special activities to help with ticket sales, registration, event operation, and set-up and tear-down for several major events throughout the year. Contact Event Coordinator Jill Dunavin at 727-360-4121.
Library Lending Machine Grand - Opening Celebration The Gulf Beaches Public Library and the city of Treasure Island welcome the new Library Lending Machine at Treasure Bay Golf & Tennis, 10315 Paradise Blvd. Ribbon cutting celebration Wed. April 17th 4:30 - 6:30pm. For more info call TI Rec at (727) 547-4575, ext 221. ST PETERSBURG
Grand Central District Reports 2529 Central Ave.,St Pete 33713 www.grandcentraldistrict.org • Black Crow Coffee opened at 2157 1st Ave. S. • Truffala Eco Boutique has opened at 2935 Central Ave. • Pinot in the Park is Sat. April 6th. • Two new restaurants plan to open in April / May Sophia’s Cucina + Enoteca (2349 Central Ave,) and Baba’s (2701 Central Ave) • The Tru Hotel on Central Ave and 17th St has broken ground.
• LED rope lights are being strung on the street light poles. Examples can be seen on the 2200 block of Central Ave. • The Pride Festival will return to Grand Central on Sunday, June 23, 11am– 4pm. • The largest beer cellar in the state just opened in Grand Central If you’re a fan of the brews Green Bench Brewing is crafting, you’ll love their newest venue, Webb’s City Cellar, right next door. The ultra stylish hangout is an adults-only escape in the EDGE District. The astonishing variety of beer options makes it a true enthusiast’s paradise. Boomerang Air Charter Lands on Florida’s West Coast
Boomerang Air Charter added a premier 9-passenger business class PC12 aircraft. President, Elliot Mintzer said it would “provide additional service to clients and open up the door for us to begin longer range trips.” The new PC12 aircraft will be utilized to fly to the Bahamas, Key West, Nashville and Atlanta, etc.. Spunky Junkies Moved Spunky Junkies, a salvage and
sentimental goods studio moved to 7231 Central Ave on April 6th. Business owners Michele Dyson & Amy Josephson started the studio October 2018. It offers a unique array of repurposed
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items and salvaged goods. Open Friday & Saturday 10-5, Sunday 11-4. Call 727-800-5717. Passover During Passover, the Jewish people are commanded to teach their children and celebrate the Exodus from Egypt. Spring into freedom this Passover side by side with Congregation B'nai Israel of St. Petersburg. Don’t strike out this Passover: Come for Passover Spring Training and ‘pick your team’ with a Family Model Seder Live! on Sunday, April 14, at 9:45 am and Kosher for Passover 101 at 10:30 am.
Congregation B’nai Israel of St. Petersburg’s First Night Passover Seder will be Friday, April 19. Service at 6 pm, Seder begins at 6:30 pm. Friends don’t let friends go to any old Seder. Spring into freedom with an interactive and family-friendly kosher traditional Seder complete with Seder games, singing, and more. $60 Adults and Children 13+, $18 for children 6-12, Free for 5 and under. Bring a pillow to recline in comfort. Have a kosher-for-Passover wine you enjoy? Contact the office for instructions on how to BYOB. RSVP by April 12 at CBIStPete.org/event/Seder2019
Take a break from the kitchen and come back on April 24 at 6pm for our Annual Passover BBQ presented by the Mitzvah Men’s Club. Enjoy hot dogs, hamburgers, and chicken or grilled vegetables and all the matza you can eat! Dinner is $20 adults,Youths (Up to18) $10. CBIStPete.org/event/PassoverB BQ For more information, visit CBIStPete.org/passoverhappenings or call 727.381.4900
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The VIP experience will enable a select few to taste a couple of unreleased beers from brewers, a VIP room to base your adventures and the ability to taste up to one hour earlier. Tickets are limited for this special event. A charitable donation allows admission, a commemorative Craft Beer Festival tasting cup, water & music. St Pete Beach Festivals is a non-profit, charitable organization that sponsors educational establishments on St Pete Beach. Please remember to drink responsibly and enjoy this annual event. The beautiful St Pete Beach Recreation Center will be the backup location in case of rain. www.stpetebeachfestivals.com for information or visit Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ st-pete-beach-beer-festival-2019 -tickets-58902474888?aff= ebdssbdestsearch
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Easter Sunrise Service In Pass-a-Grille Park April 21 6:30am Pass-a-Grille Beach
Community Church holds 78th Annual Sunrise Service In Pass-a-Grille Park (between 9 & 10th Ave) 6:30am - Easter Sunday, April 21st.Easter Services at church are at 8:45 and 10 am. The Post Card Inn (PCI) has an Easter buffet $22/pp from 10-2 and an Egg Hunt at 11 am with candy and prizes donated by local merchants.
Don Cesar Hosts Documentary Film Fest April 24-28 - The Don is becoming a destination for Film Fests. SPBdocfilmfest.com
Pass-A-Grille Roadway Mtg Paving complete April 12th-19th The final paving coat will go down by the 1st week of May and the road will be open beginning to end (1st-19th), mid-May.Yipee!!! There will be still be some interruptions though for final striping, trees, right of way, sod put down and maybe some street lights to be installed. All utilities have been switched over to new systems. The new street lights to be installed are on backorder.... any old poles are coming out in next few weeks street ends from 12th - 18th on the Bay side will be put back as they were before (shell or asphalt) There are sidewalks still to be finished, some more parking meters to be installed. When all is complete and the contractor pulls out, the baseball field will be put back just as it was and it will be time to "Play Ball! The county bus system PSTA is making no changes to their present system, though many are clamoring for changes...... Jay Anderson
St. Pete Beach Says NO to PSTA Bus Rapid Transit Plan Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) has a $41 million plan to shave 10 minutes off a bus ride between downtown and St. Pete Beach. The plan involves huge, fossil-fuel powered 60-foot behemoths for whom the plan says the left lanes of 1st Avenue’s N & S would be dedicated. Then the huge buses merge with regular traffic on Pasadena and Gulf Boulevard. The plan says St. Pete Beach’s share of the cost is $1.5 million. Most of the county pays PSTA out of a property tax levy. St. Pete Beach said NO to that years ago. Instead they pay “a la carte at $570,000 annually, which most feel is already too much.The bus serves commuters who work on the beach and tourists, none of whom pay property taxes on the island. The resorts benefit from subsidized rides for employees and less staff parking requirements. The plan might well gain popularity if it involved clean, quiet 30-foot electric-powered buses, in the right lane, with limited turn-offs for pick-up and drop-off, so it would not impede the normal flow of cars. St. Pete Beach still would not pay for it, but all involved would be more in favor. GULFPORT
Green Shaman Healing Center Owner Henno Parks and the Gulfport Merchants Chamber celebrated the official grand opening of the Green Shaman Shop and Healing Center, 5418 Gulfport Blvd S.,Gulfport, Visit their Facebook page and peruse and check out their great reviews!
Pirate Golf Tournament for Boca Ciega High School athletic support is scheduled once again at Pasadena Y&CC May 18th. Shotgun at 1 pm. See the ad on page 51.
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ISLA DEL SOL
Eight New Slips are available at Isla Del Sol Yacht & CC Call 727-906-4752 and Summer Golf Memberships start soon. Call 727-828-0002 The SUSHI ROCK Grill is preparing to open in the Isla Del Sol Shoppers Village. They used to be on 4th St across from HOOKS. TIERRA VERDE
Mary Ann Renfrow is chair, Mark Chmielewski is vice-chair, and Doug Sokolowski is treasurer and secretary for the 2019 Board of Directors for Tampa Bay Watch. Mary Ann Renfrow is the Owner of the Alden Suites Resort, Mark Chmielewski is the managing director of United Capital of Tampa Bay, and Doug Sokolowski is a member of Great Bay Distributors ownership. Derek Houston, partner, Houston Taylor Law, Mike Wilson, retired president, General Dynamics, and Travis Parker, vice president at Biltmore Construction were added to the board. Tampa Bay Watch, Inc.,is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the protection and restoration of the marine and wetland environments of the Tampa Bay estuary through scientific and educational programs. Incorporated in 1993, Tampa Bay Watch performs habitat restoration and protection activities throughout the year, relying heavily on the efforts of community volunteers. Their programs seek to build citizen awareness, concern and participation through educational outreach. Tampa Bay Watch will have an environmental education center at the new St. Pete Pier when it’s planned to open in late 2019. For more information, visit www.tampabaywatch.org, or call 727-867-8166. PN
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Travels through Property Law By Tom Brodersen, Esq.
WHAT HAPPENS TO YOUR PROPERTY WHEN YOU DIE?
This time of year, we are blessed with the influx of snowbirds, many of whom own property here in Florida. If you happen to be one of them there a few things you should know.
1. If you die owning property in Florida, your family may spend thousands of dollars and a year for a Florida probate judge to finally give them title.
Your heirs or devisees (people you give things to in your will) will have to open a type of court case called an Ancillary Probate estate here in Florida. They will have to find a local attorney and provide him or her with your will (or a certified copy of one recorded in another court), death certificate and other documents related to your property in Florida. They will have to pay the attorney for legal work, filing fees, and a surety bond. Your heirs’ attorney will have to have
them sign numerous documents during the case, which can further slow the process of your heirs getting the estate done. These documents include the petition to open the estate, an oath of your Personal Representative, inventory of what you owned and a final accounting.
2. If you have a non-Florida will, Florida courts may not respect your wishes.
Florida requires wills to have a self-proving affidavit, where a notary witnesses the testator and two or more witnesses, or an oath of witness. The witness must come to Florida and sign the oath in front of a Clerk of Court. There are no exceptions.
3. WE CAN HELP YOU! As long as you still have legal capacity, Florida lets you change your title, giving yourself total control of your property
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When you die, whomever you choose to get your property (remainderman or remaindermen) just has to send your death certificate to the Clerk of Court where your property is located, and your property automatically becomes theirs.
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REAL ESTATE ADVICE
By Jim Beggins, Broker
The Currency of the Future is Trust
The main value of a trusted real estate advisor is to gather and transmit knowledge to people to help satisfy their personal goal and desires for life betterment.
My goal is to share beach relevant info, as I see it, to help people evaluate selling or buying options. That's what I attempt to do each week on my REAL BEACH TALKS broadcast live on https://www.facebook.com/jim.beggins as well as every month in my Paradise News “Property Wizard” real estate article. As a Florida broker through 4 past recessions, I see that a fifth is imminent. I also feel that our beaches properties will weather the upcoming storm (no pun intended) better than non-resort areas. This economic downturn will provide some incredible returns for vigilant barrier island property owners. I'll share them with you in months to come. Existing properties are staying on the market longer, with price reductions increasing. Inventory is getting bigger. Illegal rentals are easy to find with cities enforcing their ordinances more frequently. If you own or buy in a beach community with LEGAL short-term rentals, they often get income for 1 week what other properties get for a month. Island land is worth more, appreciates faster and can be a much better investment than in-land properties. Example; a 50x100 ft. lot inland valued at $20,000 is worth $200,000 on a non-waterfront island lot, $400,000 on a canal lot and $1,500,000 on a Gulf front lot. New elevated homes start at about $200 per sq. ft., air-conditioned space without the lot. These are basic rules of thumb figures with many variables.
Property Wizard’s 7 core real estate beliefs. Stick with these beliefs and real estate will work for you.
1. A real estate agent’s main value is her/his ability to
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gather and transmit real estate knowledge to clients. Pick one who knows your local area.
2. Good real estate held long enough always increases in value.
3. No real estate in Florida has higher overall value than Pinellas barrier island real estate.
4. The laws of supply and demand always govern real estate values.
5. Only buy stuff that you know about.
6. Only sell real estate when you have a better use for the money.
7. Since no one knows the top or bottom of the market… forget about buying or selling there.
If you are confused or concerned about your real estate options, speak to your trusted advisor who gave you this article or contact me directly. If you want to keep getting these articles focusing on beach properties, without killing trees, send your email address. If you want to consider new construction on your lot with up to 100% financing, go to beachlifeprop.com. We offer 225 mph wind tested, green, energy efficient, galvanized steel homes, built exclusively on our Pinellas barrier islands. See more on nexgenframing.com.
All the best, Jim “Property Wizard” Beggins, Broker, CENTURY 21 Beggins Enterprises, with 10 offices and 400 agents, serving Pinellas, Hillsborough, Manatee and Sarasota counties. Since most opinions about real estate can be supported with facts, use my “hands on” experience in Florida real estate since 1972 to unconfuse your facts. Call, text or email me with any beach questions. jimbeggins@c21be.com , cell 727 254 8144.
P ROF ILE
by Peter A. Roos
Looking For REAL Wood? Harold C. Anderson Lumber - A quality, local lumber yard & mill, providing the building supplies that built our homes since 1908.
Meet Anderson Lumber.
A full-service, old-fashioned, family-owned lumberyard & millwork firm that takes pride in the products and services they offer, since 1908.
Conveniently located on 49th St. in Gulfport, Anderson Lumber has been providing quality building materials and unmatched customer service to the St. Petersburg community for decades. If you are planning some home improvements, a remodel or building a brand new home or structure, they have generations of experience and knowledge to share. If it comes from a tree, you can confidently find what you need to complete your projects, whether you are trying to build a new staircase, boat dock, coffee table, door or even a deck for your trailer. For weekend home improvements, do-ityourselfers, building contractors, builders, carpenters and more, they carry all of the hard to find exotic woods, reclaimed wood, moldings, trim and much more. They can make your custom vision come true and will help you every step of the way. Update your home with the millwork lumber experts of St. Petersburg and let them customize a counter top, molding, doors, windows and more. They can even put a live edge on century-old oak harvested from the Ford & Edison estates or repurposed in 2015 from the historic Belleview Biltmore Hotel. Anderson Lumber of St Petersburg carries a full line of lumber and wood products for everyone from the do-it-yourselfer to the building professional. Their lumber comes in a wide range of sizes, including those hard to find. They take pride in the lumber they stock and their unmatched customer service. I found that out recently when I was restoring some rotted wood in soffits
and fascia. I could not find 8 inch wide tongue-n-groove cedar anywhere. Anderson had a few pieces on the shelf up to 16 ft. long. They were almost apologetic about prices, which I thought were reasonable. They invite all St. Petersburg, Gulfport and Pinellas homeowners, architects, designers and contractors to check out their site, or stop in to their lumber mill in beautiful Gulfport to see what an incredible supply of REAL WOOD there is in the neighborhood. Anderson Lumber stocks 26 varieties of natural domestic woods, plus special plywood that is ready to stand up the demands of our tropical marine climate. You’ll have their help in finding just the right quality and type of wood you need to stand up to the duties and requirements that it needs to. Marine lumber is special plywood designed for use on floors, railings, and walls and can withstand wet conditions. Marine Plywood is in stock for • Gunnels • Floors • Deck Railings • Walls • A.B. Fir Marine Plywood • Marinetech, Teak & Teak/Holly Plywood and can be cut to fit. Visit or call to find what you need for your next project. Just north of the Pinellas Trail on 49th St. between 5th and 7th Ave S., for over 100 years. Don’t let the address bother you, if you need wood, these people are angels: Harold C. Anderson Lumber, 666 49th St. S.,St. Petersburg, FL 33707 (727) 321-3111
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There is little opportunity today to be able to purchase a new “Key West” style townhouse within one block from the beach. Then, too, the Madeira Beach Walk townhomes are fee simple ownership (no Condo Commandos or monthly association fees!!). These townhomes are elevated to FEMA standards and built to all the new Florida hurricane codes. Even better, these townhomes will be priced below $495,000!
Announcing, “Madeira Beach Walk”, just one block from our beautiful sand beach of the Gulf Coast. These townhomes will have 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garages, and all updated cabinetry, granite, appliances, and new designs. Added benefits are that while purchasing a newly built townhome, homeowner insurance rates are considerably less due to being constructed under the latest hurricane codes, and of course, no high flood insurance to pay annually. Many families are now experiencing extremely high rates for just flood insurance due to federal changes in the FEMA requirements, sometimes $10,000 to $18,000 just for flood insurance annually! That’s a budget buster. However, that doesn’t apply to all new structures raised above
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designated FEMA elevations. Flood insurance for newly constructed homes built to FEMA standards is less than $600 per year.
For many of the families that come by our model home in Madeira Beach, their main concern is being able to be within walking distance to the beach. That becomes even more important as we all witness the great increase in car traffic annually along Gulf Blvd each year. Getting to the beach is becoming a marathon event, not to mention trying to find a parking space. Being just one short block from the beach makes the Florida lifestyle even more appreciated. And, it is just a modest walk to Johns Pass for all of the fun events, stores, and restaurants, while again not having to fight traffic or parking. Not bad! I mentioned above that these townhouses will have fee simple ownership, not having to conform to stringent condominium laws. There is no association to worry about or the very high monthly fees that are always associated with condos. And best of all, if you are not quite ready to live full time in your new Madeira Beach Walk townhouse, the residential rental market is quite hot now.
A family could lock in today’s price, receive rental income, and move in a few years from now when retirement becomes full time.
Is today a good time to buy? The market has an almost non-existent inventory of newly constructed townhouses designed with the Key West look today, and built to all new FEMA and building codes. Purchasing older inventory doesn’t make much sense when today’s new home product costs about the same. If you are possibly considering a Florida townhouse for now or future years, consider coming by our model to discuss that possibility.
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.
PR OF IL E by Peter A. Roos
Cleaning it Right the First Time
iving in Paradise can be dirty!
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Sand, salt, leaves, pollen, mold, moss, mud, oil, grass, bird droppings. Left unchecked, this grime can be damaging. We wash and polish our cars to protect them and keep them looking like new. Are we doing as much for our homes, our biggest investment? Grime can dull and damage siding, shingles, awnings, pavers and patios, hurting curb appeal and possibly reducing value. Call Sparkle Wash of Pinellas County to “bring the clean” back to your house.
Originally from Manchester, Jack Walsh fell in love with St. Pete during his soccerplaying years as an Eckerd College student. With an International Business degree in his pocket, he decided to make St. Pete his permanent home. Sparkle Wash provided the perfect opportunity — he could own his own company in the community he loved. Fortunately, Jack also benefited from the professional backing of an internationally-respected corporation with over 50 years of experience in the pressure washing business.
Locally Owned with Corporate Support: As a Sparkle Wash franchise owner, Jack is certified, licensed, and insured. He’s also trained in the best industry work practices and equipped with the highest quality products and equipment. This guaranteed quality in service and product matters. Cleaning and protecting your home is not just about turning on a highpressure hose. If the technician doesn’t understand the products or how they may affect different surfaces, then the results may be second-rate. Or worse, they may do damage to your home. Jack explains that a lot of his jobs involve “fixing other guys’ mistakes.” Sparkle Wash understands that the cleaning business is as “much about science as it is pressure.”
They are the oldest and largest mobile pressure washing, restoration and preservation franchise in the world. But don’t let their size
scare you. You won’t be dealing with a faceless corporate voice. Jack’s a local guy and he’ll come up with a plan just for you that uses environmentally responsible and costeffective products. Whatever your goal is, Sparkle Wash will offer a competitive price and get it right the first time.
For Business Owners: Sparkle Wash also specializes in cleaning for a wide variety of commercial entities: • property management companies, • gas stations, • condo associations, • bus companies, • waste collection fleets, and • grocery stores.
These companies understand that first impressions are important. Parking lots, signs, awnings, building exteriors, truck cabs and vehicle windows are constantly exposed to dirt and pollutants. Layers of grime and unsightly stains such as graffiti, grease, rust, or lime runoff can look like neglect—ending potential business before it even begins. Jack will help you protect your investment by providing a cost-effective and successful clean up that complies with federal, state, and local environmental requirements.
If you’re looking for a high quality, reliable, cost-effective pressure washing service for your home, business, or fleet vehicles, then you’ve found it with Sparkle Wash. Jack Walsh and Sparkle Wash provide quality service at very competitive prices. You’ll get a local guy and you’ll benefit from the professional backing of a company that has been doing this since 1965. Don’t settle for second best. It’s your home. It’s your pool deck. It’s your business.
It’s your community. It’s your town, maybe even the sidewalks of your main street. Clean it right the first time! Don’t take our word for it, check out some of their 5 star reviews on Google or Yelp. For more info, visit their website at: sparklewash.com/pinellascounty call 727-954-5365 or email Jack for a quote at jwalsh@sparklewash.com ParadiseNewsFL.com |
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Designed for people age 50-plus and open to all adult learners across Pinellas County, OLLI classes include topics in biography, culture, film and television, Florida studies, history, music, science, theater and visual arts.
Sample of Class Names Include: • A Great Books Discussion Group • Beachcombing 101 • Introduction to Meditation • 8 Magicians in Vaudeville • Neil Armstrong: Boy Scout, Pilot Hero • The Story of Sun Records • Medical Marijuana in Florida: A Pharmacist’s Insight • 50th Anniversary of Woodstock • Arms and Tactics of the Roman Legions and • Stay Safe Online.
Most classes and activity fees vary from $10 - $45 for OLLI members. Many are single-session classes offered for about two hours in the morning or afternoon. An optional annual OLLI membership is $59 /person and provides class discounts and other community benefits. Non-OLLI members are welcome to participate in all classes and activities.
For more information, visit the 2019 Spring/Summer catalog listings at eckerd.edu/OLLI or contact OLLI at 727-864-7600 to have a brochure sent by mail. OLLI, a non-profit educational organization, is based at Eckerd College in St. Petersburg with a supporting location in Palm Harbor. Each year OLLI provides more than 400 affordable and intellectually stimulating classes, interest groups, local daytrips and international trips to expand and enrich the lives of its 1,500 members in Pinellas County. Contact: Walt Ulbricht, Marketing Committee Chairperson, for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Eckerd College, 330-651-1476 or walt.ulbricht2012@gmail.com
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Pass-A-Grille DINE • SHOP • LIVE • PLAY
Postcard Inn Renews Its Vows on SPB
T by Peter A. Roos Photos by
Alyissa Landri After investing almost $5 million in capital improvements & renovations, the Post Card Inn On The Beach (PCI) is like a bride after the ceremony and photos, ready to greet her guests.
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he retail space out front was redeveloped by the property owners, TPG Hotels and Resorts, matching the look and feel of the Postcard Inn.
This redevelopment offers a fantastic space for businesses to offer goods and services to guests of this property and others up and down the beach, as well as to locals. The exterior of the resort has been upgraded with new roofs, new windows and beautiful new landscaping, new furniture on the beach, new drapes/sheers, 55” televisions in the pool side rooms, full pressure wash and painting of the entire property, all new railings, parking lot resealed and striped, and all new linen are among the major improvements to the property. A brand new elevator has been installed to the resort’s second floor to an award winning event space complete with balcony overlooking the shaded green
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area between the hotel and the world famous sands of St. Pete Beach. Free parking is reserved for locals at the resort’s new coffee shop, P.S. Grind, which is open and proudly serving locally-roasted Kahwa® coffee along with freshly prepared donuts, pastries or overstuffed breakfast sandwiches. The ideal spot to energize your day is a must-visit before exploring all that St. Pete Beach has to offer. Get your first cup compliments of PCI with a coupon on page 11 of this issue. The open dining space flows into the lobby space, allowing one to find a comfortable nook to read while sipping or munching on a pastry or salad. If open air is what you’re looking for, you can step out to the balcony looking over the gorgeous green spaces facing the beautiful sandy beaches on the
Gulf. WiFi is available for guests while sipping the best local brew with a view. Stamps, the brand new lobby bar at the Postcard Inn on the Beach, is also an open dining concept. It is an inviting, relaxed and mid-scale casual food and drink area. The Stamps lobby bar bistro style menu was written with a variety of impressionable food and drink items without intimidation. Stamps lobby bar has great crafted classic cocktails and no pinky up needed wine list. They serve a full menu from 4-9pm, 7 days a week and are sure to become a hit with locals. As you walk outdoors towards the beach from the lobby, near the gorgeous pool area with new outdoor furnishings, you’ll see an expanded tiki bar with a beach inspired food menu and additional seating. There are 3 upcoming special opportunities for locals and visitors to see all the improvements. • Easter Sunday, April 21st there’s a free egg hunt at 11am for residents and guests with gifts inside the eggs provided by local businesses like Modern Optics, Sunset Beach Shop, Alligator Attraction and more. A terrific Easter buffet follows, priced at only $22/pp with children 6 and under free. • PCI’s Wedding Showcase on Wednesday, April 24th, from 3-8pm offers a perfect opportunity, if there is a wedding in your family’s future, to see the all new PCI, fit for a bride and groom. The pet-friendly resort will even welcome the bride and groom’s pets to participate in the ceremony. They have a well-laid plan to entertain and educate prospective brides and their families including an introduction to favorite third-party service providers. Have a welcome glass of champagne with registration for raffle drawings, get a lanyard and begin to capture the ambience of your wedding journey at PCI. Enjoy passed food tastings before your walking tour and activities. Take the brand new elevator up to the Sunset Ballroom and imagine your reception there. • At 4pm attention turns to the Courtyard for a Doggie Dude & Dudette wedding experience • At 6pm see a second Wedding on the Beach followed from 6:30pm – 8pm Bonfire on South Beach Visit here for more wedding info. https://postcardinn.com/ weddings-events/weddings-rfp • If you miss the Easter buffet and have no wedding plans to make, save Friday May 17th for the Grand Opening Celebration. The day will start at 9am with a ribbon cutting ceremony, and the festivities will continue until late. When you go, please let them know you read about them in Paradise NEWS.
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Fulfilling A Bride’s Vision Story by Allen Cohen | Photos by Valerie Bogel
Brides of all ages deserve special attention to help them realize their vision of the perfect wedding experience for all who come to celebrate with them. Chef Oliver and Ralph Harris, owners of Mad Fish at 5200 Gulf Blvd. in St. Pete Beach, the “Sunset Capital of Florida,” know their unique venue provides the warmth and intimacy the experience deserves. Should the bride want the ceremony on the beach, Mad Fish sits at one of the widest beach access points; and it is an easy walk between the beach and the restaurant. Mad Fish management has announced their entry into the special events market with a focus on wedding events with 30 to 65 invited guests. What makes this special is that they have hired a professional meeting planner (Carol Cohen) who has years of experience in planning weddings. Mad Fish features Chef Oliver who has trained under Michelin awarded chefs in Europe. Anyone who has dined at Mad Fish has experienced a five star gourmet meal paired with the appropriate wines to please anyone’s palate. Although the restaurant name is Mad Fish, and their seafood dishes are delectable, their steaks, Beef Wellington and Chateaubriand are most often described as “The best I have ever tasted.” Major hotels on the beaches focus on larger wedding events and serving large numbers, calling for food that is massproduced. Mad Fish, on the other hand, is focused on fivestar-plates with both eye appeal and quality preparation along with a brilliant selection of accompanying wines. Guests will enjoy the ambiance and a fine dining experience. The combination of five star dining and the event planning experience brings forth a bride’s dream which allows her to enjoy the journey of planning a wedding experience for her guests that will long be remembered and discussed over and over again in future years. Best of all, this can all be done at an affordable cost.
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L - R: Chef Oliver - Owner, Carol Cohen - Planner and Ralph Harris - Owner
Entertainment envisioned for the reception of any wedding may be provided by the restaurant or contracted separately by the bride. Flexibility during the planning process will be provided by Carol and the restaurant staff to customize the menu and entertainment with maximum participation by the bride and bride’s family. Oliver, Ralph and Carol understand “Delivering the vision of the bride is what weddings should be all about.” For information visit www. Madfishonline.com Email Carol at Eventsmadfish@yahoo.com Call Carol at 727-920-9200. For dinner reservations at
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June Hurley-Young – Celebrating A True Renaissance Woman’’s Full Life STORY by STEVE TRAIMAN
When June Hurley-Young passed away February 2 at age 87 from complications due to pneumonia, the iconic St. Petersburg treasure had been a classroom teacher, a writer, a model, a children’s TV host and a preservationist — a true Renaissance Woman! A standing-room-only crowd came on March 3 to the Rowe Pavilion at the Don Cesar Beach Resort and Spa in St. Pete Beach to celebrate her life. It was a glorious Sunday afternoon and the beach and nearby pool deck were full of people enjoying a respite from a frigid winter with record snowfalls in many northern states. It has long been thus, thanks in large part to the woman whose life was being celebrated that day. June’s passing is the end of a generation. Her late long-time brother-in-law Frank Hurley had earned the title as Pass-a-Grille historian, after writing two books about the island’s early days. As noted in the Tampa Bay Times Epilog, most knew her for just one of her pursuits — as “Miss June,” host of the Tampa Bay area’s version of the children’s weekday television show Romper Room from 1965-1980. She was okay with that, daughter Kathleen Coker said, noting, “She wanted to be remembered for all the children whose lives she touched. She led such an exciting life but Romper Room stands out.”
Through that show, she became known as “Miss June,” the area’s first television teacher. The set was a classroom and the in-studio audience was six children, typically 4 and 5, who along with viewers learned educational, moral and behavioral lessons. Regular characters included the happy “Do Bee” and angry “Don’t Be” hand puppets. “They were used for examples of what to do and what not to do,” said Mike Clark, whose website www.big13.com chronicles the history of Tampa Bay area television during that era. And there was the “magical” glassless mirror that “Miss June” would peer through and into the television camera while wishing viewers happy birthday by name, as though she could see them at home.“I still have people who excitedly remember when my mom called their name,” Coker recalled with a laugh.“It was a big deal.” In Coker’s opinion, her mom’s greatest skill was hiding the chaos in the studio. If a child in the audience had a bathroom accident or threw a temper tantrum,“my mom gracefully walked to the other side of the set to draw the cameras away from it” until the kid’s parent calmed the situation. ParadiseNewsFL.com |
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“This was live television,” Coker recalled.“They couldn’t bleep or edit anything out.” Still, on some occasions, it was impossible to hide the bedlam, like when Busch Gardens brought a baby anteater into the studio and it “made a mess all over a table,” Coker said with a laugh. Another time, a child booked for the audience was late, so 3-year-old Coker filled the chair. When the kid arrived, he stormed onto the set and angrily pulled Coker’s hair. “ I started screaming, ‘Mommy, bad,’” Coker said. “My mom loved that story.” Born in Cleveland, June was 14 when her family moved to St. Petersburg. She was later named editor of St. Pete High School’s newspaper and, as an 18-year-old became a “Webb’s City Girl.” Webb’s City was a unique, 10-block square department store that included 50¢ haircuts, dancing chickens and mechanical mermaids. June and other young women toured the country during the summer promoting St. Petersburg as a tourist destination.
But June published articles about its historic significance and led a citizens committee that successfully lobbied the city to hold off the wrecking ball until a developer was found to save the building. “Her relentless commitment and passion for maintaining the character and culture of our community was the true catalyst which allows the Pink Palace to shine bright after 91 years,” said Todd Gehrke, the hotel’s director of sales and marketing, in a statement to the Tampa Bay Times. This is a key reason the hotel was more than pleased to host June’s Celebration of Life on March 3.
Cole Coker, Ken Hurley, Kathleen Coker, June Hurley-Young, Sean Hurley
June went on to graduate from Florida State University and taught in Pinellas County. Then, in 1954, she combined her experience as an entertainer and educator to star in the WSUN weekday television show Make Believe Toy Shop, teaching kids how to create playthings out of everyday objects, Coker recalled. Next was the WEDU weekday show Kindergarten Corner, where children learned basic educational lessons, and the same channel’s monthly program Let’s Look Around, with visits to kid-friendly sites throughout the area. Romper Room, created in Baltimore in the early 1950s, was franchised to stations across the nation and each market used a local host. The show first ran in the Tampa Bay area from 1955-57 on WTVT, historian Clark said, and again in 1960 on WFLA, each time with different hosts. In 1965, Mrs. Young beat out 200 other candidates for the job on WLCY’s version. With “Miss June” as host, the local show finally enjoyed sustained success. June used her celebrity status to help the community. In the early 1970s, the legendary Pink Palace known as the Don Ce-Sar hotel — opened in 1928 on St. Pete Beach — was set to be demolished because it had fallen into disrepair.
June’s persistence also gave Romper Room an added five years. “When WLCY cancelled the show in 1975, she persuaded WFLA to pick it up,” daughter Coker said.“Besides her family, Romper Room was her legacy.” The final broadcast on WFLA was March 30, 1980. Two weeks before that, in a column for the Tampa Tribune, June wrote about the show and the 4,000 live telecasts she counted.
“What a wonderful career — to have taught something to so many children,” she said.“It won’t really be ‘goodbye’ May 30. I’ll just be saying I’ll be seeing all you friends tomorrow.” After WFLA ended the program in 1980, June moved on. She returned to the classroom and focused on her writing, in articles about local history for newspapers and in five books, one on the Don Cesar.“That was her pink castle,” Coker said. “She was incredibly proud of how it has thrived.” June Hurley-Young lost two husbands, J. Kenneth (Ken) Hurley and Bob Young. She is survived by children Sean Hurley and Kathleen Hurley Coker; grandchildren Ryan, Collin and Brendan Hurley, and Morgan and Cole Coker; and great-grandchild, Lennox Hurley. Donations in her memory can be made to Suncoast Hospice. But in a true sense, she is also survived by the multitudes of lives she touched in the Tampa Bay area through her long career, capped by her Romper Room years.
[Editor’s Note: Special thanks to the Tampa Bay Times, Sean Hurley and Kathleen Coker. [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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Sean Hurley Memories Her son, Sean Hurley, now head of Frank T Hurley Associates, long-time Pass-a-Grille realtor, has fond memories of being back stage as a child. “I got to run the cameras and work with the guys behind the scenes,” Hurley said. “It was a fabulous childhood growing up in this area and having a mother like her.”
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He also recalls how Young led the charge to save the now-renamed Don Cesar Resort hotel, when it was slated to be torn down in the early 1970s. His sister Coker noted that their Mom had sworn to lock herself to the Don’s front door before letting it be demolished! The once splendid hotel became an R&R hospital and in 1943 housed traumatized Air Force pilots. Once the war was over it became a VA headquarters, remaining so until the property was declared obsolete in 1969 and the government left it in disrepair with peeling paint and gutted rooms. In the wake of the“Save the Don” campaign’s success, in 1972, the government sold it to the city of St. Pete Beach, which, in turn, quickly sold it to William Bowman, a hotel entrepreneur, for $460,000. After spending $3.5 million over 18 months, Bowman and his partners reopened the big pink structure in November of 1973. In 1975, it was put on the National Historic Register, thereby becoming an official historic landmark. “The iconic hotel will now serve as a reminder of all of Mom’s accomplishments,” Hurley said. “Those times when you have the opportunity to enjoy a sunset, enjoy the view coming over the Bayway Bridge and see the Don Cesar, those are the times it makes a big difference. It will be beautiful to think of.” PN
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IN MEMORIAM Remembering Lance Peterson STORY by STEVE TRAIMAN
When Lance Peterson passed away March 8 at age 78 due to complications from cancer and heart disease, his life had touched many thousands in the Tampa Bay Area. He left his mark with long-time service to the Gulf Beaches Historical Museum, the Veterans of South Pinellas County (VSPC), the City of St. Pete Beach and the St. Pete Beach Public Library, among others.
Lance and his family moved to St. Pete Beach from Jamestown, NY, in 1955 and he graduated from Boca Ciega High School in 1958. He joined the Air Force in 1960 and after that service spent a short time with the NSA before returning to his studies. He graduated from the USF School of Business and had a 30-year career with the Veterans Administration, with a short hiatus for a brief oil industry foray.
After retiring, Lance and his wife Kay, who passed away several years ago, returned to St. Pete Beach and bought a house not far from his boyhood home. They were both very active with the Gulf Beaches Museum on the board of directors, and it could be said Lance was the “heart and soul” of the iconic attraction. Lance was very active in the community, developing historical presentations, giving his last at the SPB Library just a few weeks before his passing. He was appointed to the St. Pete Beach City Planning Board, and was a long-time member and vice president of the Friends of the SPB Library. He also served on the St. Pete Beach Library Advisory Committee, and had been on the board of the VSPC.
Lance is survived by his brother, Bill Peterson (Karen) and stepsons Rob Moore (Monica), Clermont; and Gary Moore (Laura), Morrison, CO. He was buried next to wife Kay at Bay Pines National Cemetery. Donations may be made in his name to the Gulf Beaches Historical Museum, Friends of the SPB Public Library or the Veterans of South Pinellas. All are invited to a “Celebration of Life” for Lance on Sunday, April 14, from 1- 4pm at the Don Vista Community Center, just south of the Don Cesar Resort on Gulf Blvd.
Hubbards Marina. We kept in touch during his Air Force time and his 30 years with the VA. When he returned to St. Pete Beach he got involved with us and joined the board of directors, coming up with many good ideas for fund raising and other activities for our vets. Lance will definitely be missed by all of us at the VSPC.”
Joe and Carol Bonnano used to double date with Lance, and together with Lance and Kay Kay & Lance Peterson started the Boca Ciega High School Dinner Club. Carol recalled, “One Monday night Lance and Kay invited Joe and I to the Horse & Jockey Spencer Lucas moved to SPB from NC in 2000 and met Lance when he got involved with the for their $8.95 Fish ‘n’ Chips Special, and it museum several years later. He said, “I called grew from there to about 18 folks, expanding him a curmudgeon – hard on the outside and to other restaurants. Lance used to drive his soft on the inside. Everybody who knew him Mom’s old Hudson, and she did a great job loved him, and he was a good friend to everyraising three rambunctious boys in a little body. He had a passion for the museum, the house. Joe was Lance’s best friend, taking him library and the VSPC, and we’ll miss him terribly.” to chemo treatments every Thursday the last months before he left us. We spent many Bill Peterson, Lance’s kid brother, recalled for good times together and will miss him terribly.” Paradise News how they grew up together with older brother Butch, who passed away two years This reporter was privileged to know Lance ago. “We came to St. Pete Beach from New York since we moved to St. Pete Beach from New and Dad was from Chautauqua, site of the annual Jersey. “We were both on the board of the summer-long music festival. Lance had an affinity Friends of the SPB Library and served on the for music and would go for the season almost City Library Advisory Committee. He was an every year. outspoken voice in support of a new library, and more recently, vital necessary repairs to “He had been with the VA for a while when an oil the roof and infrastructure. Lance was a true firm in Texas gave him the opportunity to travel raconteur in his theme presentations about the the state with their machine that detected sulfur city and surrounding areas, bringing history to deposits in the ground that often led to oil. life time and again with his special flair. He was At the same time Butch and I were electrical dedicated to carrying on the work of the museum manufacturer reps in Texas. We all left after a major and will be missed by the many whose lives he industry financial bust. Lance went back to the VA. touched over the years.” “My wife Karen and I bought the family home in Buena Vista in 1956, and after retiring in 2000, he and Kay bought the house next door. He always loved the library and when he was stationed with the Air Force in Turkey, started a library on the base. The four of us spent many good times together and it was a real shock when he went so fast; we know how many folks he reached over the years.” [Editor’s Note: Special thanks to Harry Metz, Joe and Carol Bafundo, Spencer Lucas and Bill Peterson, for their memories and vignettes.]
Shared Memories of Lance
Harry Metz, VSPC president, told Paradise News, “Lance and I had been friends forever, and talked almost every day about different stuff. It started with Boca Ciega High School and then we both worked for Wilson Hubbard on his boats at
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Seated - Mother Rose with L-R Lance, Bill & Butch
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LIFE IN PARADISE
ENCOURAGING WORDS You could write a song about some kind of emotional problem you are having, but it would not be a good song, in my eyes, until it went through a period of sensitivity to a moment of clarity. Without that moment of clarity to contribute to the song, it’s just complaining. ~ JONI MITCHELL
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The Law of Attraction guarantees that complainers will always have a lifetime supply of things to complain about. Do you know any chronic complainers? They focus on some situation, person, condition, or problem they don’t like and it becomes their story. They tell it over and over again to anyone who will listen and, hopefully, commiserate with them. The danger in being a chronic complainer is that the universe is listening; it takes what we focus our energy on and expands our experience of it. In other words, the more we complain about something, the more we will draw to ourselves things to complain about. If you ever find yourself complaining about something, you’ll notice that you are most likely feeling a sense of agitation which then leads to emotional suffering. A fast track to inner peace is to be mindful enough when you are complaining to pause for a moment of clarity. The practice is to put what you are complaining about into one of two categories. Either it’s an issue you can do something about, and if so, you have an opportunity to change it; or it’s beyond your control, in which case your only alternative is to change your perspective and accept that it is what it is, which, in turn, can change your experience. Doing neither means you can continue to suffer. As an example, on a recent trip to Italy with my wife, I caught myself complaining about how unbearably hot it was, which was exacerbated by the massive number of people jamming themselves into the same space I was. I became aware of how much I was complaining only when I heard myself commiserating with complete strangers who didn’t even speak the same language as I! I was focusing so
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much on my misery that I seemed to magnetically attract only those people who would support me in my suffering. Funny how the law of attraction works, isn’t it? Then in a moment of clarity I got it. The unbearable heat and the countless number of people everywhere were two things I had absolutely no control over and focusing on them only made it worse. As always, it came down to the fact that I was at choice. I could push against the prevailing heat wave and hoards of people and in the process, become increasingly more miserable, or I could choose to change my perspective and see it all through new eyes, which is exactly what I did. I began to focus on how amazingly blessed and fortunate I was to be able to travel abroad under any conditions. Beyond that, I also chose to cease commiserating with anyone who wanted to talk about how miserable the heat was. All I can say is, that one small shift in perspective changed my experience for the balance of the trip. We don’t have to travel in the month of August to find something or someone to complain about—we can find it right here at home! We need look no further than the morning newspaper or the six-o’clock news—it seems “Breaking News” is always happening. If we are susceptible to commiserating with others about how bad or wrong someone or something is the negative vortex will suck us right in. At times it seems as if complainers have us surrounded, which is why remembering that we can make conscious choices is so important—we can choose to be one of them or we can choose to mindfully transcend the gravitational pull of their energy. The Practice Is to Seek a Moment of Clarity
What you’re supposed to do when you don’t like a thing is change it. If you can’t change it, change the way you think about it. Don’t complain. ~ MAYA ANGELOU When we pause for a moment of conscious clarity around that which we are complaining about, it naturally provides the possibility to redirect the energy in a more productive way. Irrespective of the issue, the practice is to be mindful that, with clarity, we can remember to put whatever we are tempted to complain about into one of the two categories I mentioned earlier: either it’s an issue we can do something about, or it’s beyond our control. The choice is always ours. As a rule of thumb, constant complainers are not doers—they are watchers hoping someone else will be motivated enough by their com- plaining to do something on their behalf. Perhaps the best call to action is to remember that whenever we complain we are simply granting that which we are complaining about permission to remain unchanged in our experience. As Joni Mitchell says, the song (your story) you are singing may need a moment of clarity. So the next time you catch yourself complaining about anything, pause, breathe, and seek a moment of clarity about the issue at hand and in the process you just may choose to change your tune. At the end of the day you’ll be a much happier camper and so will those around you. And that’s a good thing. This story is an excerpt from Dennis Merritt Jones’ book Encouraging Words - Articles & Essays That Prove Who You Are Matters. Visit www.DennisMerrittJones.com for more info. Encouraging Words - Articles & Essays That Prove Who You Are Matters. Visit www.DennisMerrittJones.com for more info.
Re-Energizing Don Vista St. Pete Beach’s Cultural Art’s Center
New Lady InTown Celebration - Saturday, April 13 th 11 am-2pm
Built by Thomas Rowe, the Don Cesar opened as a resort in 1928, named after Don Cesar de Bazan, the hero of William V. Wallace’s opera Maritana. The Don Vista Building just south of the resort was Rowe’s residence during construction. Rowe died in his hotel suite in 1940. The resort was sold to the US government in 1942, who owned the famous landmark until 1969, when abandoned as obsolete. The property soon became an eyesore on the island and was headed toward demolition. A citizens’ committee was formed and a “Save the Don” effort, headed by June Hurley-Young was launched. Finally, in 1972, the government sold it to the cty of St. Pete Beach, which, in turn, quickly sold it to William Bowman, a hotel entrepreneur, for $460,000. In order for Bowman to receive permission to construct the overpass and redo the hotel entrance, he relinquished the Don Vista property directly to the south of the main hotel. This is the Don Vista Community Center which is owned by the city. It was put on the National Historic Register in 1975, becoming an official historic landmark. The Don Vista Building houses the Suntan Art Center, where local
artists teach, exhibit and market their respective mediums that include oil, acrylic, water color, mixed media, fused glass, and bronze sculpture. Award winning local artificers include the likes of: Libit Jones, Patricia Chase, Joan Clear, GS “Gator” Duren, Martha Gipson, Danee Kinzel, Gene Norris, Linda Swindall, David Smith, Joyce Van Horn, and Laurie Walker. Even the most casual observer has noticed a strong artistic renaissance occurring throughout Pinellas County and the Tampa Bay area at large and Suntan is right in the middle of it. The 55year-old community art center recently issued a call for artists and is upgrading its gallery to feature carefully juried new local talent. It is becoming increasing clear that Suntan is living up to the tradition of excellence at this famous local historical landmark. Suntan is one of the only local fine art galleries where you can actually meet the artist working in the gallery. Go to www.Suntanart.com to see the monthly gallery schedule and come out and meet the featured local artists at the: Join Suntan Art Center, 3300 Pass-AGrille Way, St Pete Beach | FL | 33706 727.367.3818 | suntanart.org
ART IS T BIOG R APHY Gary S. “Gator” Duren Born in St. Petersburg, Pinellas County, Florida, grew up in Bahama Shores when most of the roads on the “Point” were either paved in brick, chert in asphalt or crushed shell from Tampa Bay. Sportsman and outdoor enthusiast. Retired. Inventor-U.S. Patents Re. 35,532, 5,971,014, national safety advocate and mechanical engineer founded Code Compliance, Inc., in 1992 to provide building code and standards consulting
Meet St. Pete Beach’s Newest Landmark Uli the Mermaid Mailbox With a green natural stone base weighing 483 pounds and about 80 pounds of recycled copper building materials that have been pounded and brazed together to form the mermaid. The beautiful green stone is formally known as amazonite. The natural stone base has most rough edges removed and is highly polished to highlight the stone’s natural beauty. “Uli the Mermaid” Uli is a baby name of German origins, meaning “mistress of all” or the Indonesian origin means “Beauty”. The Sea King Neptune gave Uli the octopus a magic belt that keeps her upper torso remaining in human form. The Sea King gave this magic belt to Uli so she would communicate displeasure to humankind over all of the plastics and pollution in our oceans – upon the loss of the magic belt she will revert back into her original octopus form. When one looks closely, Uli is pouting and she is crying. Uli is very upset. She wants all the humankind to be better caretakers - for if ocean life fails the future of the world as
services to the industry. A 25-year + member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineering (ASME) A112 Standards Committee for Plumbing Materials and Equipment and appointed as Charter Member of the Florida Building Commission Plumbing Technical Advisory Committee, by Governor Lawton Chiles. Began career as a Partner/VP of LW Duren Sales Agency, Inc. promoting manufactured and engineered plumbing products to the Florida wholesale plumbing industry. A life long passionate supporter of the arts who loves music and sculpture, principal instruments for over 50 years are piano and saxophone, since retiring have experimented with and completed works in natural and faux stone, wood,
we now enjoy it is condemned. The Recreational Director and artist met to pin down a location that is on the north side of the Don Vista Building adjacent to the Gallery and visible to passing traffic. Uli will become a recognized landmark forever associated with St. Pete Beach and the Don Vista Building. The artist loans the sculpture to the City as long as art education continues at Don Vista, however, should the City elect to make Uli its’ official mascot, the loan shall extend perpetually. The world would be a dreadfully boring place without the visual arts. It is sincerely hoped that the City of St. Pete Beach together with the Don Vista Cultural Arts Center will reap positive benefits from Uli’s visual representation and her message. Please do not hesitate to contact me with questions. - Gary S. “Gator” Duren
ferrous and non-ferrous metal mediums. • Hardwood “presentation-grade” custom butcher block cutting boards utilizing game hunter-provided accents such as antler, bone/ivory, teeth/claw inlays; • Design-build outdoor custom kitchens incorporating natural stone, wood and engineered tile and masonry structural components, for the outdoor types; • Design-build tile and natural stone structures and mosaics pavements; • Bronze nature, wildlife and sea-life sculptures utilizing castings, forgings and brazing techniques and handcrafted glass features; • Member of the Suntan Art Center actively supporting its aims, goals and missions. | garygogator@gmail.com ParadiseNewsFL.com |
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DOWNTOWN CONCIERGE
By Nanette Wiser
APRIL BRINGS THE LAUNCH OF
Al Lang Live’s Concert Series
- Santana April 18 th , - Tampa Bay Blues Festival & 5 th Annual Sunlit Festival to Downtown St. Petersburg. It’s also Earth Day downtown, and from St. Pete Eco-Village to Brick Street Farms and multiple festivals, this really is the sweetest (and not too sultry) month of the year.
I drive by 1601 Central daily, my jaw gaping at the transforming landscape on both sides. This block will house Hilton’s Tru concept hotel plus apartments, retail, restaurants and commercial space. Tru caters to millennials at work and play, with a lounge for work and playing games, sipping cappuccino and mingling. There’s a 24/7 Eat & Sip Market for local gourmet snacks and single-serve beer and wine, and wired alcoves and collaborative spaces for impromptu meetings and local murals create a sense of the city.
Stopped in the other day to Red Mesa’s Mercado for probably the best chicken burrito in the city. Next to Green Bench, this mecca of craft brews and California-style Mexican street food and fresh tortillas is a Saturday haven, complete with activities for the family and live music. Check out Webb’s City Cellar’s two-story, adults only-tasting room which hopes to showcase Webb City antiques from the St. Petersburg Museum of History, which also helped transformed Flying Boat Brewery. Everyone knows downtown is pet-friendly, from the Dog Bar to hanging at Black Crow Coffee’s newest location on 1st Ave. S or Old Northeast with the pups. But what about our feline pals? Sunshine Kitty is coming to downtown, a coffee shop where you can visit with
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cats from local shelters, and with hope, take a forever meowster home.
- Vegan fare rocks DTSP, from The Mill and
Cider House Café to Amigo’s Tortilla Bar. Let’s be frank, we can’t wait for the tasty vegan hot dogs from Nah Dogs stand where the soy dogs and vegan sausage and chili will tempt even the meat eaters. Brass Bowl Kitchen and Juicery offers a gluten-free kitchen and cold pressed juice on Central’s 600 block.
Other newcomers include Flatbread & Butter, soon to be joined by Pete’s General market offering local and Florida potables and comestibles. May is the launch of our Tampa fave, Datz’s kooky American comfort food, heavy on the BACON and sister to Dr. BBQ, the brainchild of the culinary wizards Suzanne and Richard Perry.
Pizza Week is behind us, but it’s still lingering on my hips as I sampled some new places around the burg. I loved the Filetto at Bavaro’s, made with fior de latte, heirloom tomoato, basil, garlic and EVOO (no tomato sauce). Paul’s Chicago Pizza made me drool, especially the spicy Italian over on 4th St. N. For a change of pace, I nibbled white pizza at Fabrica Pizza, made with fresh mozzarella, shaved parmigiano, gorgonzola, sautéed white onions, oregano and garlic. My last stop was a Locale Market in the Mall at Sundial where I ate the South Side of Italy, a mélange of shredded mozzarella, parmesan cheese, ricotta cheese, pepperoni and calabrian chili. Perfecto! Kalamazoo Olive Company is now open at 1010 Central, serving the fig or espresso balsamic vinegar we can’t live without! No salad is complete without their specialty olive oils, olives and tasty concoctions. Sorry to hear the old location hiked their rent, but happily they are in a great new location. Grand reopening was March 30th!
Have you been to Saigon Blonde, with its 60s-era Vietnam tiki décor and one of the coolest bars in town? Theme bars seem to be popping up, with Intermezzo’s clever theme nights and Hawthorne Bottle Shop’s kooky events ( Robe In!). Dive décor is all the rage at No Vacancy and The Canopy at the Birchwood often feels like a scene from Sex & The City, especially on Wednesday nights.
With spring, it’s time for graduation and weddings, but where to host them? We love Steve and Nancy Westphal’s restaurants, particularly 400 Beach for special occasions and the atrium or grand ballroom at the Duke Energy Center for the Arts – Mahaffey Theater is a fabulous waterfront venue. FarmTable Cucina has a lovely private room, perfect for a wedding shower as does The Hangar Restaurant.
French food aficiandos adore The Left Bank and Cassis, but Christophe Guillot has delivered the French Riviera at Bacchus, with charcuterie to dine in or take home.
Rumor has it that Ford’s Garage downtown is opening a second location in the former Outback Steakhouse near Bay Pines, which moved to Seminole in March 2019. And downtown’s The Mill opened in Tampa’s old Ceviche Space.
Finally, happy birthday to The Hideaway Café, a music lover’s paradise. Their 10 Year Celebration “X Fest” features live music, craft beer, localista goods and a street party with stage, outdoor bar and noshes from URBAN Brew and BBQ plus a kids’ game station. Bring your family, bring your pet and bring your blue suede shoes.
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Magician and bizarre antics performer, Michael Carbonaro, brings his hit hidden camera show ‘The Carbonaro Effect’ to the stage. After a successful 2018 Michael Carbonaro Live! Tour, Michael brings his tricks and mind-blowing illusions back on the road to amaze and astonish the public once again. You’ve seen his antics and ability to shock the unsuspecting on television, now witness the insanity for yourself! The show is hands-on with tons of audience participation, hysterical video clips, and mindblowing magic you have to see to believe. Michael’s accolades include being named “Magician of the Year”by the Academy in Magical Arts, and receiving the first Copperfield Prize, which is given to an individual who has elevated the art of magic. Don’t forget to pick up your jaw on the way out, it is sure to be on the floor!
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TODD RUNDGREN The Individualist Tour
Rock’s Renaissance Man, Todd Rundgren brings his first autobiography,The Individualist -Digressions, Dreams & Dissertations, to audiences across the globe with Todd Rundgren: The Individualist Tour. The tour makes its way to Duke Energy Center for the Arts – Mahaffey Theater in downtown St. Petersburg on June 20 at 7:30pm. TICKETS: (727) 300-2000 or online at TheMahaffey.com
More than just a concert, Rundgren has created a hybrid book/concert tour that follows the flow of his autobiography.
Reflecting on his successful career as well as his rollercoaster personal life, Rundgren has created bite-size snippets retelling his perspective in single-page, three paragraph chapters. He is no stranger to the limelight and has recounted his meetings with Janis Joplin, Brian Wilson, Ringo Starr, Meat Loaf and other members of rock royalty. The format of the book is simple. The chapter will open with the recounting of an event, followed by a subjective assessment of his state of mind at the time (or the memory left hereafter), and finished with conclusion in hindsight.
By Nanette Wiser The concert will highlight both hits and “deep tracks” from his 50-year career in the music industry. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Rundgren began playing guitar as a teen and quickly moved on to found and front quintessential ‘60s psychedelic group, Nazz. After parting from the band, Rundgren released his first solo album, Runt, in 1969. He became heralded as ‘Rock’s New Wunderkind’ in 1972 following the release of Something/ Anything? on which he sang every vocal line, played every instrument, and produced on his own.
In 1974 he founded Todd Rundgren’s Utopia (later to be changed to Utopia in 1976) and took a new approach to interactive musicianship. From being the first to nationally broadcast a live rock concert on the radio, to allowing television viewers to vote on songs in the first interactive TV concert in 1978, Rundgren has a long-standing history of groundbreaking multimedia firsts. For the first time listeners could subscribe and support an artist directly with the launching of PatroNet in 1998, much like Patreon allows you to subscribe to their content creators today!
A man of many talents, Rundgren has taken to producing and writing for others as well. Production projects include albums by Patti Smith, Cheap Trick, Meat Loaf, XTC, Grand Funk Railroad and Hall And Oates. He has also composed music for film and television including hit blockbuster Dumb and Dumber, and the shows Pee Wee’s Playhouse and Crime Story.
Published by Cleopatra Records, The Individualist- Digressions, Dreams & Dissertations has been met with rave reviews from fans. “True Todd Rundgren Style” is the perfect way to sum up the book. He has always found a way to place a creative spin on whatever project he endeavors into. Offering loads of insight into everything he can remember, this book is perfect for readers interested in the reality of rock and roll.
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Vacation in Paradise by Mara Kathleen Drew
Have you ever been to Florida?
Well, I have and it’s amazing. We go there almost every year. It’s kind of like a tradition. Sometimes we even go with our cousins, but the bad thing is our cousins’ spring break is different than ours. When we have gone with them in the past we have had so much fun. Last time we went with our cousins was four or five years ago, so I would say we rarely go with them.
My grandma and grandpa live half of the year in Palos Heights and the other half in Florida. They live in Florida in the spring and my cousins are going to Florida this year. My mom and dad picked this year out of all the years not to go. I’m writing an essay to persuade my mom and dad to take us to Florida. I will explain in this essay what Florida has to offer, my memories of Florida and some fun facts about Florida. So, I politely ask you to turn your cell phones off, sit down, relax, and enjoy the show.
Florida is an amazing place. Some people say it’s the best state in America. According to the internet, Florida is the most popular place for tourist to visit in America. There are millions of beautiful beaches and places to go in Florida. It has many of the world’s best known theme parks, such as, Sea World, Universal Studios, and everyone’s favorite, Disney World. When we go to Florida we make so many memories. We can make more memories this year with our Grandma, Grandpa, and this year our cousins! Some unforgettable memories we have made over the years are when we went to St. John’s Pass and there was this place where we held alligators. We also go to this other place called Caddy’s. We eat dinner,
play on the beach, watch the sunset and sometimes there is even trivia and we all play together. There are always fun bands there.
Once we were at my grandma and grandpa’s condo and I just got a new fishing pole. Behind the condo there is a big dock my brother Luke and I were fishing. We used squid for bait. I was on the right side of the dock and Luke was on the left. Luke kept catching fish at his spot, while I was not even getting a tug on my side. So, I asked Luke to switch spots. When we did, after only a minute I felt a tug on my fishing pole and I pulled a fish out of the water! After we caught a few more fishes my mom came.
She took a picture of the fish and me. Luke was taking the fish off the line and the fish jumped, and it scared Luke. Luke threw the fish up in the air and the pole flew up so they both ended up landing in the water. I have so many great memories of Florida.
Now I am going to tell you some important and fun facts about Florida. The best cities in Florida are starting with the most popular in order are Orlando, Miami, Tampa, St. Petersburg, Key West, Daytona, Fort Meyers, and Sanibel Island. St. Petersburg is where my Grandparents live half of the year. This is usually where we go when we visit Florida. St. Petersburg ranks number four. We sometimes go to Tampa, which ranks number three. In April of 1513, Florida was founded by an explorer Ponce de Leon. He called the area ‘la Florida’ in honor of Spain’s Eastertime celebration Pascua Florida (feast of flowers). A fun fact about Florida is it has several nicknames, such as Sunshine State because it has a lot of sunshine all year. Another nick-
Mara Drew, age 12 wrote this essay to convince her parents to take her back to Florida. Sounds like she has a future in tourism promotion. name is Alligator State because there is a there is a large amount of alligators living there. The Everglade State is another nickname because there are a lot of Everglades in Florida. The Orange State, because there are many orange groves there. The Flower State because people say there is a land of flowers, such as wild flowers. The Peninsula state, because Florida is a Peninsula. Lastly, the Gulf State because some of Florida is on the border of the Gulf of Mexico.
I know you have a lot of doubts about going to Florida, like it costs too much money, or we are already going somewhere on Spring break. I know you think we will miss school, but I have arguments for those reasons. Here are some solutions to the arguments. If you think it cost too much money, I will do chores and help pay for the trip. For we are already going to Alabama on Spring break, it won’t cost that much more money to go to Florida for a few days and how can you really put a price on memories. We won’t miss that much school and we can get our work ahead of time. The experience and memories will be well worth it. I hope after reading this essay you will consider taking us to Florida. In this essay I have described so many cool things, places, and memories about Florida. We can create so many new memories and I hope you remember all the things Florida has to offer you. We will have so much fun with our family like we always do. I hope after reading this essay you have a different perspective. I do not know what you think of Florida, but personally, I describe it as Paradise.
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5th Annual SunLit Festival Schedule of Events APRIL 11 - 28
Refer to the full schedule at sunlitfestival.org for a description of each event. THURS , APR 11: SunLit Kickoff Party Chihuly Gallery - 720 Central Ave., 7-9pm SAT. APR 13: Downtown Tour w/ Literary Twist! Leaves: 175 5th St. N., St. Pete, 10am-12pm SAT. APR 13: Exphrastic Performance in spired by Quest: A Celebration of Glass Florida CraftArt, 501 Central Ave., 2-4 pm SAT. APR 13: Children’s Poetry Night Hike Boyd Hill Preserve - 1101 CC Way S., 7pm SUN. APR 14 Wordier’s 1K Walk & Write Wordier’s 1K Walk & Write (or Read) Departs: The Hanger - 540 1st St. SE., St. Pete MON, APR 15: Author Talk w/Paul Wilbron Mirror Lake Library, 280 5th St. N., 5:30-7pm TUES, APR 16: Howl: Night of Poetry & Music, Old Key West Bar and Grill 2451 Central Ave., St. Pete., 7-10pm WED, APR 17: Creative Loafing (F’n) Fiction Contest Award Ceremony CL Space - 1911 N. 13th St., Tampa 7 - 9pm THURS, APR 18 : Poem in Your Pocket Day ArtXchange - 515 22nd St. S., Noon-4pm THURS, APR 18: Lector Social Club w/ Cigar City Journal Lector Social Club: A Lit & Natty Wine Shoppe 305 E. Polk St., Tampa, 6:30-8pm THURS, APR 18: Staged Reading of Art People, Studio@620 - 620 1st Ave S., 7pm FRI. APR 19: Porch Party: Gulfport Trolley Market Square-49th St. S., @ Tangerine, 2-4pm SAT, APR 20: Baked in the Florida Sun: A Benefit for Keep St. Pete Lit Behar + Peteranecz Architecture 2340 Terminal Dr. S., St. Pete, 5:30-8:30pm MON, APR 22, 7 - 9 pm: A Celebration of the Erotic Venus, 244 Dr. M L King St. N., St Pete TUES, APR 23: Literary Trivia Night and Costume Contest at the Iberian Rooster 475 Central Ave., St. Pete, 6:30-8:30pm WED, APR 24: The Long and Short of It: The Relevance of Dark Fiction and Horror Books at Park Place - 6800 Gulfport Blvd. S., South Pasadena, 7pm THURS, APR 25: Literary Carousel at the Museum of Fine Arts - 255 Beach Dr. N., St. Petersburg, 6:30-8pm FRI, APR 26 - SUN, APR 28 : 38th Annual Florida Antiquarian Book Fair St. Petersburg Coliseum - 535 4th Ave N. APR. 26th 5-9pm; 27th 10am-5pm; 28th 11-4pm FRI, APR 26: Poets & Lizards: Celebration of New Southern Writing Lector Social Club: 305 Polk St.,Tampa, 6-9 pm FRI, APR 26: One in Ten - A Play about Adult Literacy, Sunshine Center - 330 5th St. N., St. Petersburg, 6:30-8:30pm SAT, APR 27: Kids Lit! Poetry in the Gardens, Dr.Carter G. Woodson African American Museum - 2240 9th Ave. S., St. Pete 12-2pm SAT, APR 27: Writers, Winners & the Publishing World - St. Petersburg Main Library, 3745 9th Ave. N., St. Pete, 2-4pm SAT, APR 27: Not Just Music: A Sonic Journey Dr. Carter G. Woodson Museum 2240 9th Ave. S., St. Pete 3:30-5:30pm SAT, APR 27: Rob Saunders’ Stonewall Book Performance & Reading, the Studio@620, 620 1st Ave S., St. Pete, 6-8pm
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event in the waterfront parks. This free and fun community gathering, held on Thursday evenings each May and October, is held in North Straub Park (400 Bayshore Dr., NE), the city's historic downtown waterfront park that was dedicated in 1910. Bring family and friends to enjoy free music and movies at each Thursday evening in May. The fun begins with live local music at 7 pm and movies at dark. For more information see https://preservetheburg.org/page-1817752. May 2 - Goldfinger (PG) May 9 - Groundhog Day (PG) May 16 - Ghost (PG -13) May 23 - La La Land (PG-13) May 30 - The Lorax (PG) That’s “Litertainment” at the SunLit Festival, April 11-29 The 5th Annual SunLit Festival gets off to a rousing start at its Kickoff Party April 11th! The SunLit Festival is a springtime celebration of the written word made possible by a confederation of literary, cultural, and civic organizations united to advance the enjoyment of books, reading, writing, and the classic art of letterpress printing. SunLit Festival 2019 brings together more than 35 organizations and arts disciplines to celebrate literacy, literature, reading, and writing for nearly a month of “Litertainment” and just plain fun. For more information see https://www.facebook.com/SunLitFestival/ or www.sunlitfestival.org. But wait, there’s more! As part of SunLit, Friends of the St. Petersburg Main Library is hosting a writing contest among those who submit a 1,500-words-or-less short stories beginning with the words,“When I/he/she opened my/his/hers eyes, light the color of (choose a color) filled the room.” (Gender-neutral pronouns also acceptable.) Submit double-spaced Word or PDF files to froelichjanis@yahoo.com before 11:59 pm April 13. First prize: $100, second: $50. Young writers (18 and younger): $100. Winners will be announced Saturday, April 27, at 2 pm during the festival event “Writers, Winners & the Publishing World.”
Prefer a little more action? Check out Preserve the ‘Burg’s Movies in the Park This year marks the 10th season for Preserve the 'Burg's Movies in the Park, an event many refer to as the best “little”
God bless American Stage, which announces its 2019-2020 season The 2019-2020 American Stage Mainstage Series explores the American spirit, our pursuit of happiness, our resiliency, and our unrelenting hope in An American Dreamscape. This season’s series spans a landscape of stories that explore the fantasy, the reality, the absurdity and the beauty of the American Dream. Like the American spirit, the season is rambunctious, ambitious, defiant, heartfelt and optimistic; introducing characters moving through the strange and incredible journey of the American experience. For more information see http://americanstage.org/19-20/ • VIETGONE By Qui Nguyen, Regional Premiere, October 2 – November 3, 2019 • SILENT SKY By Lauren Gunderson, America’s most popular modern playwright, November 20 – December 22, 2019 • SKELETON CREW By Dominique Morisseau, Tampa Bay Premiere, January 22 – February 23, 2020 • THE PEOPLE DOWNSTAIRS By Natalie Symons (Playwright-in-Residence), World Premiere, March 11 – April 5, 2020 • ADMISSIONS By Joshua Harmon, Tampa Bay Premiere, Co-Production with Capital Stage, May 27 – June 28, 2020 • NEXT TO NORMAL Book and Lyrics by Brian Yorkey, Music by Tom Kitt, American Legacy Series, July 15 – August 16, 2020 How about a classic with a modern twist? St. Petersburg Shakespeare Festival presents a modern adaptation of Shakespeare’s
By Caron Schwartz “Much Ado About Nothing” as the second full-length production of the festival’s 5th season. Directed by local theater artist Greg Thompson, the show will run Thursday-Sunday, April 18-28 at 8pm at the historic bandshell in Williams Park, 350 2nd Ave N, in downtown St. Petersburg. Admission is free.
• APRIL -- folk trio, "2PM" (Mike Jurgensen, Pete Price and Pete Hennings) • MAY -- Blackwell's folk band, STILL FRIENDS • JUNE - THE JOE MILLGAN BAND.
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The cast includes many members of the St. Petersburg Shakespeare Festival repertory company including Sarah Pullman-Atanacio as Beatrice, Matt Frankel as Benedick, Ryan Bernier as Claudio, Chad Jacobs as Don John, Brianna Larson as Borachio, Summer Kiesel as Sexton/Friar Francis, and Hayden Baker as Conrade. Other starring roles include Alexandria Crawford as Hero, Maxx Janeda as Dogberry, and Katie Callahan as Ursula. For more information visit www.stpeteshakesfest.org Back to the land with Music and a Meal Sacred Lands Preservation and Education Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to preserving land that has historical and archaeological significance, hosts Music and a Meal the third Friday of the month. The event takes place at the Narvaez/Anderson Indian mound, the site of an ancient Tocobaga village. Visitors can also tour the land and learn about its history here on Boca Ciega Bay in St. Petersburg. Music and a Meal night features live music at one of the most unique historical and scenic sites in our county. Doors open at 7pm. Admission varies; see sacredlands preservationandeducation.org for details. A homemade meal is available for purchase separately for $8.00.
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And for those who don’t want to have to leave the house … Florida Orchestra concerts to air on Classical WSMR
For the second year in a row, listeners can tune in to live recordings of select Florida Orchestra Masterworks concerts on Classical WSMR 89.1 & 103.9 FM radio. Eleven concerts from the 2018-2019 season will air at 7pm Thursdays, starting with Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 on March 28. Most are conducted by Music Director Michael Francis. The broadcasts are part of TFO’s ongoing partnership with WUSF Public Media and Classical WSMR radio, Tampa Bay’s only classical music radio station. The broadcasts are made possible by support from the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay and Jay’s Fabric Center. Special thank-you to the Florida Orchestra Musicians Association and the American Federation of Musicians Local 427-721. The full Tampa Bay Times Masterworks concerts are being recorded live all season long at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts in Tampa, the Mahaffey Theater in
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MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS
A Feast for the Eyes
by Caron Schwartz - ARTnews Editor I have a confession to make. Although I’ve lived in paradise (i.e.,Gulfport) for almost three years, until a few weeks ago I had never been to the Museum of Fine Arts in St. Petersburg. So when I got an invitation to check out the new exhibit, A Feast for the Eyes, I was raring to go.
I was so eager that instead of milling around with the press in the lobby, I joined a group that was headed into the exhibition room before the 10 am start time. A docent stopped me, saying it was just for the Grasset family, who had lent the collection to the museum. Back with the press pool, I happily munched on a glorious spread that included overflowing bowls of fresh fruit, huge wheels of cheese, olives and a big loaf of rustic bread. It wasn’t until we were invited into the exhibit that I realized the smorgasbord was a living still life of one of the paintings. — Still Life of Fruit and Olives by Floris Claesz van Dyck.
It turned out to be a collection of my favorite genre, Old Masters of the 16th and 17 century. The detail is so intense the paintings seem to focus on the minutia you don’t readily see in real life. The artists show you everything from the beautiful – tiny droplets of water on a leaf – to the troubling – mold, insects, rats, dead birds.
Why I love it, I can’t say. The sensation is similar to what I felt on donning my first pair of glasses when I was seven. I looked up and saw the optician’s Grandma Moses painting, which before the specs was a colorful blur. Life became clear, logical. The collection was so visceral, I could smell the roses, taste the grapes, touch the china, recognize the peasants, lose myself in a forest glen. It was a feast for all senses. A Feast for the Eyes will be on view through July 28 and will not travel to other venues.
• April 11: Brahms’ Piano Concerto No. 1 • April 18: Vaughan Williams’ A London Symphony • April 25: Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue • May 2: A Midsummer Night’s Dream • May 9: The Planets • May 16: Mahler’s Symphony No. 1 • May 23: The Creation • May 30: Mozart & Sibelius • June 6: Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto No need for SPF at Sunscreen Festival The 14th Annual Sunscreen Film Festival, presented by the St. Petersburg Clearwater Film Commission, features films with Jim Gaffigan, Ed Asner, Anna Paquin, Melissa Leo, Cynthia Nixon, and more. It takes place April 25-28 at the AMC Sundial Theaters and other venues in downtown St. Petersburg. Some highlights include the Martin Scorsese-produced film Tomorrow, The Parting Glass, directed by Stephen Moyer of True Blood fame, and the Jim Gaffigan comedy, You Can Choose Your Family. The 2019 Festival will feature 128 films across a broad spectrum of genres, themes and topics including #MeToo, transgender, aging, autism, Alzheimer’s, immigration, and sex trafficking. These dramatic themes play alongside popular broad comedies, sci-fi, action and more. For more information click to http://sunscreenfilm festival.com
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Calling all Gulfport LGBTQ Artists LGBTQ Artists in Gulfport are invited to have their work considered for the LGBTQ Resource Center’s third annual ArtOut exhibit. Straight allies are also invited to apply if their work depicts or supports LGBTQ inclusion. Artists can submit one to three pieces in any medium. Following a Pride March and LGBTQ Pride Flag-raising ceremony, the ArtOut exhibit will open with a reception Thursday, May 30, at the Gulfport Public Library, 5501 28th Ave. S. The exhibit will remain on display in the library atrium throughout LGBTQ Pride Month in June. The deadline to commit to participate is April 30. There is no fee to enter. More information contact Beryll or Tessie at 727-503-9227 or email GulfportArtOut@gmail.com.
LGBTQ student scholarship award in Gulfport The LGBTQ Resource Center at Gulfport Public Library is proud to announce it is offering a $1,000 scholarship for the continuing education of an LGBTQ student from Gulfport. The Resource Center’s inaugural LGBTQ Scholar Award is intended to help students continue their post-graduate education, whether in college or trade school.
Applicants must be at least 16 years of age and have completed high school by June 2019. They must have a home address within the last two years in Gulfport and be currently accepted to or already attending an accredited postsecondary institution. They also must be registered for full-time attendance in the fall of 2019 in an undergraduate, graduate or trade school program.
By Caron Schwartz Application packets may be picked up at the Gulfport Public Library or online at https://www.mygulfport.us/l gbtq-resources. Completed applications must be received by June 3, reference letters no later than June 10. Please direct questions to Susan Gore, c/o LGBTQ Resource Center, Gulfport Library or at susangphd@gmail.com.
April in Paris Love Paris in the springtime but can’t get there this year? Artlofts invites you to see la tour Eiffel et la rive gauche April 13 through 30 with a new exhibit by Susan Hess. Hess is debuting her new encaustic paintings inspired by her journey to France. You can also visit other working artists in their workspaces in Artlofts, the second floor of 10 5th St. N in St. Petersburg. Be sure to drop by during Artwalk, Saturday April 13, 5 – 9 pm. Glass is a gas, gas, gas The Morean Arts Center and Chihuly Collection will host three glass art exhibitions in conjunction with the 2019 Glass Art Society (GAS) Conference, which was held in March in St. Petersburg. Exhibition dates: • Visions in Glass: Works by Glass Art Society’s Members, Morean Arts Center, March 9 – April 26
• Explorations in Glass: Works by Glass Art Society’s Students, Morean Arts Center, March 9 – April 26 • Perspectives in Glass: A Science in Optics, Chihuly Collection, March 18 – May 31
Glass on the EDGE Spearheaded by the EDGE Business District Association (EBDA) as part of the district's new improvement plan, the EDGE District Gateway Marker Project came to fruition with the unveiling of the markers on Friday, March 29. The project's goal was the creation of iconic gateway markers that would identify the EDGE District, pay homage to its industrial heritage, reflect its vibrant present, and capture its vision for the future. With his design “On EDGE,” artist James Brenner received a $249,000 award. The design includes 10 individual sculptures made of glass and steel, two of which are larger and stand on the bookends of the district on Central Ave. at Martin Luther King, Jr. St. and on 16th St. The remaining eight sculptures stand on 1st Avenues North and South around the district's perimeter. The event was also part of the 2019 Glass Art Society Conference. For more about this and other EDGE District improvement projects, see http://www.edgedistrict.org/e dge-master-plan.html.
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G’dayo! Ni hao! Hola! Manahoana! Creative Clay’s inclusive summer camp for children 6-12 will teach students about the art, culture and customs of Australia, China, Mexico and Madagascar.
Monday - Friday 9am-3pm. June 3 - July 26, Campers will enjoy a teacher/student ratio of 1:6. Each week culminates in a Friday afternoon for parents and friends in Creative Clay’s Performing Arts Studio.
Children of different abilities share a classroom and the experience of creating art together versus a traditional school setting where students are often separated due to neuro differences. Unique to this camp is the opportunity for each camper to create a camp T-shirt. Campers submit their portrait, and Big Frog Custom T-Shirts uses all images to create a memento for campers. Popular with parents looking for a small, creative setting, Art Around the World provides varied experiences and creates a culture of acceptance.
Cost is $150/week. Scholarships are available for those who qualify. Parents and caregivers also get a summer break from lunch prep thanks to free lunches provided daily by the Pinellas Co. School System. Learn more about scholarships and register at www.creativeclay.org. Parents are grateful for the generosity of community organizations such as Publix that provide scholarships. This year’s camp is also funded in part by The White Family Foundation, The J. Crayton Pruitt Foundation, The Rotary Club of St. Petersburg.
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Older students also have opportunities to experience art making & summer camp at Creative Clay. Summer Studio was created to give young artists of all abilities between the ages of 13 to 22 the opportunity to learn, express, and sell their art over the summer.
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Led by professional artists, summer studio will serve youth interested in learning about drawing, painting, fiber arts, mixed media and ceramics in an individually-paced studio environment with a focus on employment readiness. Classes meet M-F, 10am-2pm and cost $125 per week. Free lunches provided by the Pinellas County School System. Register here: www.creativeclay.org. Creative Clay’s vision is to make the arts accessible to all. Our mission is to help people with disabilities achieve full and inclusive lives through access to the arts by providing expressive, educational and vocational experiences.
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PERFORMING ARTS Amalie Arena 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa 813.301.6500 amaliearena.com April 5 – 7 – NCAA Women’s Final Four 11 – Kiss 13 – 2Cellos 14 – 98Rockfest 2019 May 5 – MercyMe 11 – The Millennium Tour American Stage Raymond James Theatre 163 Third St. N, St. Petersburg 40th Anniversary Season 727.823.7529 americanstage.org boxof ce@americanstage.org April 3 – 7 – The Roommate 10 – May 12 – Mamma Mia! 12 – Gala Under the Stars 27 – Matthew McGee & Whitney James May 4 – M&M Latin Jazz Ensemble 17 – 19 – American Songbook Series Asolo Repertory Theatre 5555 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 800.361.8388 asolorep.org April 2 – April 13 – Sweat 4 – April 20 – Noises Off 5 – 28 – The Cake May 4 – June 1 – Sweeney Todd Bininger Theater Eckerd College, 4200 54th Ave. S, St. Petersburg 727.867.1166 eckerd.edu/theatre April 3 – 6 – Scenes from Metamorphoses Capitol Theatre 405 Cleveland Street, Clearwater 727.791.7400 rutheckerdhall.com/capitol-theatre April 4 – We Three 5 – John Waite 6 – Girl With No Job 7 – Tape Face 12 – Richard Marx Solo Acoustic 16 – REH Chorus Spring Concert 19 – Collective Soul 26 – Rosanne Cash 17 – The Psychedelic Furs May 3 – The Milk Carton Kids 5 – Mark Cordes – Spouse Whisperer
8 – Jon Anderson of YES 9 – Kristina Kuzmic 10 – CAL CCR’s Green River 15 – Toad the Wet Sprocket Catherine Hickman Theater 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport 727.893.1070 gulfportcommunityplayers.org April 18 – 28 – The Octette Bridge Club May 3, 4 – Seussical Jr. Central Park Performing Arts Center 105 Central Park Dr., Largo 727.587.6793 largoarts.com April 1 – A Tribute to John Denver 7 – Brides for the Arts Wedding Expo 10 – John Sebastian 13 – Carrots Eight O’Clock Theatre 105 Central Park Dr., Largo 727.587.6793 eightoclocktheatre.com May 10 – 19 – Avenue Q Francis Wilson Playhouse 302 Seminole St., Clearwater 727.446.1360 franciswilsonplayhouse.org April 4 – April 7 – The Little Foxes 13 – Pure Imagination May 2 – 19 – Chess freeFall Theatre Company 6099 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.498.5205 freefalltheatre.com April 3 – April 14 – Crumbs from the Table of Joy May 10 – June 9 – Buyer and Cellar Glenridge Performing Arts Center 7333 Scotland Way, Sarasota 941.552.5325 gpactix.com April 3 – Sarasota Earlye Musicke Consort Gulfport Community Players Back Door Theater, 1619 49th St. S, Gulfport gulfportcommunityplayers.org April 18 – 28 – The Octette Bridge Club M.A.D. Theatre of Tampa (Music Acting Dance Theatre of Tampa) 813.386.6173 madtheatre.com Sign-up for our event e-newsletter at www.ParadiseNewsFL.com
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MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheater – Florida State Fairgrounds, 4802 US Hwy. 301 N, Tampa 813.740.2446 mid orida.com/amphitheatre May 10 – Leg 5 Final World Tour 11 – Hillsong United Tour 2019 National Theatre Live Eckerd College Miller Auditorium 4200 54th Ave. S, St. Petersburg Performances in HD livehdstpete.com/national-theatre-live April 26 – Antony & Cleopatra May 3 – MacBeth (New NT, 2018) Patel Conservatory 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa Dance / Theater / Music / Adult Classes 813.222.1002 patelconservatory.org April 2 – Music Honors Recital 25 – Seussical Jr. 27 – Breakin’ Out 27 – Spring Into Dance May 1 – Music Made in America 3 – Evening of Dance 4 – Beginning Dance Recitals 14 – Jazz Jam 18 – End-of-Year Celebration Pinellas Park Performing Arts Center 4951 78th Ave. N, Pinellas Park pinellas-park.com/161/ Performing-Arts-Center April 13 – Cher and Tom Jones Tribute May 18 – Beach Boys Tribute Ruth Eckerd Hall 1111 N McMullen Booth Rd., Clearwater 727.791.7400 rutheckerdhall.com April 2, 3 – The Price is Right Live! 4 – Jackson Browne 4 – J & R Wedding 5 – ABBA The Concert 6 – Cedric The Entertainer 7 – Voctave 7 – TFO: Ragtime, Blues 7 – Andrew Duhon & Lydia Luce 9 – Derek Hough: Live! The Tour 11, 12 – Rent 13 – Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood 18 – Leon Bridges 19 – Dennis De Young & Night Ranger 20 – Ken Jeong 23 – Whitesnake 24 – TFO: Taste of Vienna 25 – Patti LaBelle
26 – Postmodern Jukebox 27 – Temptations and Four Tops May 1 – The Illusionists 3 – Indigo Girls 10 – Tom Jones 11 – Double Dare Live 16 – Chelsea Handler 17 – Kristin Chenoweth 18 – Larry The Cable Guy 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 April 5 – 14 – Driving Miss Daisy Stageworks Theater 1120 E. Kennedy Blvd., West Bldg., #151, Tampa 813.374.2416 stageworkstheatre.org April 5 – April 7 – The Mousetrap by Agatha Christie Straz Center 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa 813.229.7827 strazcenter.org April 2 – Wild Seas, Secret Shores 3 – The Swingles 4 – Piff the Magic Dragon 4 – Storm Large 4 – 7 – The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] 5 – Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo 5 – TFO: Ragtime, Blues and All That Jazz 5 – 7 – Late Night Catechism 6 – TASTE @ The Straz 7 – Beauty and the Beast 9 – 18 – Open Rehearsal – La Bohème 9 – 14 – Dear Evan Hansen 9 – May 12 – Spamilton: An American Parody 12 – Danielle Mohr 12 – TFO: Brahms’ Symphony No. 1 13 – 2Cellos 13 – Taylor Reed 14 – Discover Opera – La Bohème 18 – Latin Nights 22 – Dori Freeman 24 – Simply Three 26 – 28 – La Bohème 26 – Global Storytellers May 3 – TFO: Mahler’s Symphony No. 1 3 – The Joe Budden Podcast with Rory, Mal and Parks 4 – Opera Tampa Grand Gala 2019 4 – Sandi Sylver Puppet Show 5 – Sibelius’s Mighty Second
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ON-GOING EVENTS Through Saturday, April 20 – QUEST: Celebration of Glass 10 am – 5:30 pm Monday – Saturday/noon – 5 pm Sunday, Free, Florida CraftArt Gallery, 501 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. An exhibition of glass masters who draw on mythological, cultural, and personal imagery. Each work of art illustrates the artists’ intimate and expansive journeys of self-exploration and communication. 727.821.7391 oridacraftart.org Through Sunday, May 19 – Magritte & Dali 10 am – 5:30 pm daily (until 8 pm Thursdays), $10 – $24, The Dalí Museum, One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg. Showcasing carefully curated, exemplary pieces from Magritte’s and Dali’s works, the exhibit pushes back the curtain to reveal what lies beyond the simple appearance of painted images. 727.823.3767 thedali.org Through Sunday, July 28 – A Feast for the Eyes 10 am – 5 pm Monday through Saturday/10 am – 8 pm Thursday/noon – 5 pm Sunday, $10 – $20, Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Features 40 superb Old Master paintings from the 17th and 18th centuries by major Italian, Spanish, German, and Netherlandish artists. This is only the second time this collection has been shown publicly. 727.894.4638 mfastpete.org
EVENTS CALENDAR Thursday, April 11 – SunLit Festival Kickoff Party 7 – 9 pm, $35, Chihuly Gallery, 720 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Celebrate the kickoff of the 5th Annual SunLit Festival. Enjoy beer/wine and hors d’oeuvres as you explore the Chihuly Collection. keepstpetelit.org Friday, April 12 – American Stage Gala Under the Stars 6 pm, $200, Demens Landing, 1st Ave, SE at Bayshore Dr., St. Petersburg. The evening features a gourmet dinner, libations, lively and exciting auctions and the opening-night performance of the American Stage in the Park production MAMMA MIA! 727.823.7529 americanstage.org Friday, April 12 – Collectors Choice Gala XVIII 6:30 – 11 pm, $300/$500, Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Drive. NE, St. Petersburg. Eat, drink and be merry during this important celebration and fundraiser bene ting the Museum of Fine Arts. Dinner catered by Cafe Ponte. Musical entertainment provided by The Tomkats Jazz Orchestra. 727.894.4638 mfastpete.org Friday, April 12 through Sunday, April 14 – Tampa Bay Blues Festival 11:30 am – 10 pm Friday/11 am – 10 pm Saturday/noon – 10 pm Sunday, $30 – $500, Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. A spectacular showcase of American Blues music performed right on the waterfront. Enjoy tasty food and premium beer, wine and mixed drinks. Festival vendors also include arts & crafts. tampabaybluesfest.com Friday, April 12 through Sunday, April 28 – Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival Daily until 10 pm, Free, Pier 60, Clearwater Beach. One of the best sand sculpture festivals in Florida. Children’s play area, street performers, artisans and crafters, live entertainment, reworks, sand sculpting classes, speed sand demonstrations, and the master sand sculpting competition. Exhibit viewing: $8/$10. sugarsandfestival.com
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Arts & Leisure Straz Center (continued) 7 – 12 – Anastasia 8 – June 2 – Hedda Adapted by Lucy Kirkwood 10 – Carlos Peña 11 – Jariah Higgins 11, 12 – Le Corsaire and Western Symphony 14 – Rocktopia 15 – David Sedaris 16 – Latin Nights 17 – Chris Poe 17 – 19 – Kinky Boots 18 – Connor Zwetsch 19 – PJ Masks 19 – The Songs of Kander & Ebb 20 – Nicholas David Tarpon Springs Cultural Art Center 101 S Pinellas Ave, Tarpon Springs 727.942.5605 tarponarts.org April 5 – 14 – Always a Bridesmaid Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center 324 Pine St., Tarpon Springs 727.942.5605 tarponarts.org May 11 – Velvet Caravan The Coliseum 535 4th Ave. N, St. Petersburg 727.892.5715 stpete.org/coliseum April 4 – Clothes Matter Luncheon 8 – Tampa Bay Job & Career Fair 26 – 28 – Florida Antiquarian Book Fair May 11 – Puppy Love Bene t The Mahaffey Theater 400 1st St. S, Bayfront Center St. Petersburg, 727.892.5767 themahaffey.com April 4 – TFO Coffee Concert: Classical Currents 5 – “1964”…The Tribute 6 – TFO Pops: Ragtime, Blues and All That Jazz 11 – Michael Carbonaro 13, 14 – TFO: Brahms’ Symphony No. 1 18 – Santana at Al Lang Stadium 19 – The Hit Men 25 – TFO Coffee Concert: Taste of Vienna 26 – Dream Theater 27 – TFO Pops: The Music of John Williams 28 – One Night of Queen May 4 – TFO: Mahler’s Symphony No. 1 7 – Bryan Adams 8 – Interpol
The Palladium 253 5th Ave. N, St. Petersburg 727.822.3590 mypalladium.org April 4 – Ensemble LAD w/Elona Krasavtseva 5 – BEACON ’19 Contemporary Dance 7 – PCA USA St. Pete Classic 9 – Rhonda Vincent & The Rage 11 – Curtis Salgado 12 – Synia Carroll & Sonny Wright 13 – Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs Ballet 17 – Boccherini, Arensky, Schubert 18 – Nate Najar 19 – The Weight Band 23 – Igor Lovchinsky 24 – The Church 25, 26 – Front-End Design Conference 27 – Carrots 27 – Selwyn Birchwood Band 30 – Sibelius’s Mighty Second May 17, 19, 21 – Suor Angelica & Gianni Schicchi USF Yuengling Center 4202 E Fowler Ave., Tampa 813.974.3004 yuenglingcenter.com April 4, 5 – Chris Tomlin 6 – Funny As Ish Comedy Tour May 5 – Don Omar Van Wezel 777 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941.953.3368 vanwezel.org April 4 – Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo 5 – 13 – Sarasota Orchestra: Masterworks Series 9, 10 – RENT 20th Anniversary Tour 14 – Peter Bros 15 – The Music of Cream 16 – The Second City: It’s Not You. It’s Me. 17 – Menopause the Musical 18 – Boz Scaggs 20 – Alan Cumming 25 – Rosanne Cash & Band 26 – Temptations & Four Tops 27 – Whoopi Goldberg 28 – Lee Greenwood & Crystal Gayle 30 – The Illusionists May 4 – Purple Reign West Coast Players 21905 US 19 N, Clearwater 727.437.2363 wcplayers.org April 19 – May 5 – The Gin Game
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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 May 2 – Yom HaShoah Commemoration & Free Admission Florida Museum of Photographic Arts 400 N. Ashley Dr., Tampa 831.221.2222 fmopa.org April 2 – Photoshop Advanced 13 – Lumen Printing Workshop 28 – A Concise History of Photography May 11, 12 – Business of Art 12 – Product Photography 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 April 5 – The Original Haunted Gulfport Walking Tour 20 – The Original Gulfport Walking Tour Henry Plant Museum 401 West Kennedy Blvd., Tampa 813.254.1891 plantmuseum.com April 7 – Conservation Live 28 – Curator Talk Heritage Museum 100 Beekman Ln., Tarpon Springs tarponarts.org History and culture of the Greek community April 16 – Lunch & Learn: Cultivate Your Green Thumb May 14 – Lunch & Learn: Unseen Tarpon Springs 17 – Broadway Blockbusters 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 April 6 – Free Admission 12, 13 – Moving Ethos 13 – Blossoms Garden Party 25 – The Grotto Library of Dunhuang 26 – 28 – A Journey Through India 29 – Bollywood Dance Party May 1 – Behind the Scenes with the Collections Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art 600 E Klosterman Rd, Tarpon Springs 727.712.5762 leeparattner.org Museum of Fine Arts 255 Beach Drive. NE, St. Petersburg 727.894.4638 mfastpete.org Thursdays $5 after 5 pm Through April 7 – GLOW Through May 12 – View of Antiquity Through July 28 – A Feast for the Eyes April 1 – Art in Bloom 4 – Food & Drink in European Baroque Paintings 9 – Chinese Porcelain in Dutch Paintings 10 – Coffee Talk w/Nan Colton: A Feast for the Eyes 12 – Collectors Choice Gala XVIII 14 – Jazz Brunch 16 – Field Trip and Tour – Polk Museum of Art 20 – ICU/Catherine Wheel Reunion Concert 28 – Painting in the Park May 2 – The Bounty of the Natural World in the 17th Century Painting 8 – Coffee Talk w/Nan Colton: Berthe Morisot
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Events Saturday, April 13 – Boca Ciega Yacht Club “Funday” Open House 1 – 4 pm, Free, 4600 Tifton Dr. S, Gulfport. Free sailboat rides, hot dogs and soda, club tours and door prizes. Informational presentations: Adult Sailing School. Youth Sailing School, Membership, Racing, Cruising, Activities. No pets. sailbcyc.org Saturday, April 13 – Paddle the Preserve: Earth Day Paddle 1 pm, $20 Youth (accompanied by an adult/$30 Adult, Weedon Island Preserve. 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. This guided paddle will complete the full 4-mile South Paddling Trail with stops along the way to appreciate the beauty of the Preserve’s coastal habitats and native wildlife. Ten years of age or older. Canoes, etc. provided. 727.453.6500 weedonislandpreserve.org Saturday, April 13 – Pure Imagination 2 pm and 8 pm, $15 Students/$20 Adults, Francis Wilson Playhouse, 302 Seminole St., Clearwater. A concert for the kid in all of us. Celebrate the great classic tunes created for family entertainment. A fun- lled musical celebration. 727.446.1360 franciswilsonplayhouse.org Saturday, April 13 – Rainwater Harvesting and Kitchen Botany 9:30 am – 12:30 pm, Free event/$40 workshop w/rain barrel, Pinellas County Extension, 12520 Ulmerton Rd., Largo. Explore where fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices come from. Rainwater harvesting with rain barrels. Register 727.453.6524 eventbrite.com Saturday, April 13 – 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, April 13 – St. Pete Earth Day 10 am – 5 pm, Free, Williams Park, 350 2nd Ave N, St. Petersburg. A community event with a focus on green businesses, environmental activists and family focused activities. earthdaysp.com Sunday, April 14 – Discover Opera – La Bohème 2 pm, Free, Straz Center, 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa. An interactive forum designed to enrich your grand opera experience. A short performance featuring favorite arias will be followed by a champagne reception. Reservations recommended: rsvp@strazcenter.org 813.222.4890 strazcenter.org Sunday, April 14 – Los Vinos de Dali 4 – 7 pm, $90, The Dalí Museum, One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg. Features a variety of ne wines, tastings from top restaurants, cold craft beers, specialty spirits, live music and a silent auction, all on the picturesque downtown waterfront. 727.823.3767 thedali.org Sunday, April 14 – Wordier’s 1K Walk and Write (or Read) 1:30 – 4:30 pm, $15 VIP Experience, 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 Monday, April 15 – The Soap Myth with Ed Asner 7 pm, $25 – $75, Bryan Glazer Family JCC, 522 N Howard Ave., Tampa. The Soap Myth takes place more than a half century after the end of WWII when a young journalist sets out to write an article about a cantankerous Holocaust Survivor and his crusade regarding the Nazi atrocity of soap. 813.575.5900 bryanglazerfamilyjcc.com
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Arts & Leisure 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 April 2 – Duckwall Lecture: Alexander Hamilton 11 – Florida’s Craft Beer History Tampa Museum of Art 120 W St. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa 813.259.1720 tampamuseum.org Saturday – Art Spot for Families Through May 27 – Oswaldo Vigas Transformations April 20 – Pride & Passion Intergalactic Disco Tarpon Springs Railroad Depot Historical Museum 160 E Tarpon Ave., Tarpon Springs Free admission 727.943.4624 tarponspringsareahistoricalsociety.org The Dalí Museum One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg 727.823.3767 thedali.org Sundays – Yoga at The Dali For Kids – DillyDally w/Dali, Mini Melodies, Little Surrealists Tour, Story Time Through May 19 – Magritte & Dalí April 3 – Coffee w/a Curator: Semiotics vs. Psychoanalysis 11 – Poetry at The Dali 13 – Create a Visual Memoir 14 – Los Vinos de Dali 25 – Dali Talks: Elizabeth Taylor, Dali, Amanda Lear, & Me 27 – Introduction to Creative Thinking & Problem Solving May 1 – Coffee w/a Curator: Giraffes on Horseback Salad 2 – ArtFlix – Artists of the 20th Century: Rene Magritte 4 – Family Workshop: Cirque du Magritte The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art 150 Central Ave, St. Petersburg Tuesdays $10 All day thejamesmuseum.org April 6 – Author Talk: Christopher Cardozo 16 – Live Music: Rebekah Pulley 27 – 28 – Anniversary Weekend Bash 30 – Fun & Games May 1, 8, 15 – Wild Women of the Wild West 11 – Film: Coming to Light: Edward S. Curtis and the North American Indians
USF Contemporary Art Museum 3821 USF Holly Dr., Tampa usfcam.usf.edu/cam/ cam_exhibitions.html April 4 – CAM Club Student-Led Docent Tour 12 – MFA Creative Writing Curtain Call 18 – MFA Panel Talk 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 April 13, 14 – Crafty Fest May 11, 12 – 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 First permanent collection of Dale Chihuly’s work Through May 31 – Perspectives in Glass April 11 – SunLit Festival Kickoff Party Cobb Gallery Eckerd College, Library Cir. St. Petersburg 800.454.9009 eckerd.edu/visualarts/program Craftsman House 2955 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.323.2787 craftsmanhousegallery.com Gallery-Café-Pottery Studio Second Saturday ArtWalk April 13 – May 4 – Annual Art for the eARTh Show 28 – Lucy Kaplansky May 11 – Fair Trade Celebration 11 – June 29 – 13th Annual Invitational Teapot Show 12 – Mother’s Day Brunch 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
ART CENTERS & CLASSES
Domain Home Accessories & Gallery 3129 Beach Blvd. S, Gulfport domaingulfport.com Local and Florida artisans featured
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 April 26 – Visions in Glass an Explorations in Glass May 11 through June 28 – Fresh Squeezed 3 April 15 – May 26 – Spring Session 21 – Glass Easter Egg Hunt
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 Through May 19 – Student/Member/Faculty Show April 7 – 39th Annual Garden Party 11 – Coffee and Conversation w/Mikell Herrick 15 – May 24 – Spring Session Florida CraftArt Gallery 501 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.821.7391 oridacraftart.org Second Saturday ArtWalk Mural Walk on Saturdays April 13 – Ekphrastic Performance 18 – Paul J. Nelson Artist Talk 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 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 April 4 – The Jackson Harpe Collection 7 – Georgia O’Keeffe, Pioneer 13 – 28 – Perspectives 28 – Art People By Mark E. Leib 27 – 50th Anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising The Art Lofts Florida Craftsmen Galleries (2nd oor) 10 5th St. N, St. Petersburg 727.504.8788 theartlofts.com Second Saturday ArtWalk
Beach Art Center 1515 Bay Palm Blvd., Indian Rocks Bc 727.596.4331 beachartcenter.org
Morean Center for Clay 420 22nd St. S, St. Petersburg 727.821.7162 moreanartscenter.org Fridays – Friday Night Clay Sundays for Families 1 – 3 pm Second Saturday ArtWalk April 12, 13 – Stuart Asprey Workshop Pinellas Park Art Society Park Station Building 5851 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park 727.360.4406 pinellasart.org April 27 – 4th Saturday Art Walk Safety Harbor Art & Music Center 706 2nd St. N, Safety Harbor 727.725.4018 safetyharborartandmusiccenter.com April 5 – 7 – Safety Harbor Songfest 12 – Colorhythm Risa 13, 14 – Writers & Poets Conference 2019 19 – Mystic Voices Society of Acrylic Painters Membership info / exhibit entry: isap-online.com Studio Duvoe 2808 Clinton St. S, Gulfport 727.271.5016 studioduvoe@yahoo.co facebook.com/gulfportart Creative play sessions and art parties neurotypical and neurodiverse (Autism ADHD, dyslexia, etc.) children and adu SunTan Art Center at Don Vista Arts Center 3300 Pass-A-Grille Way, St. Pete Bea 727.367.3818 suntanart.org Celebrating 50+ Years April 13 – Uli, Mistress of All Dedication
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Events Thursday, April 18 through Sunday, April 28 – Much Ado About Nothing 8 pm, Free, Williams Park, 350 2nd Ave. N, St. Petersburg. A modern adaptation. The cast includes many members of the St. Petersburg Shakespeare Festival repertory company. stpeteshakesfest.org Thursday, April 18 – Santana: The Global Consciousness Tour Al Lang Stadium, 230 1st St. S, St. Petersburg. The ten-time GRAMMY®Award winner and three-time Latin GRAMMY®-Award-winning rock icon will celebrate the 20th anniversary of Supernatural and the 50th anniversary of his performance at Woodstock. themahaffey.com Friday, April 19 – Music and a Meal 7 pm, $12, Sacred Lands, 1700 Park St. N, St. Petersburg. Listen to the music of the folk trio “2PM” and enjoy a homemade meal ($8) at one of the most unique historical and scenic sites in Pinellas County. 727.347.0354 sacredlandspreservationandeducation.org Friday, April 19 – St. Pete Wing & Craft Beer Fest 6 – 11 pm, Free, Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. More than 15 food trucks will be dishing out special chicken wings and chicken inspired dishes as well as their normal cuisine. Live music, beer, and craft vendors. visitstpeteclearwater.com Saturday, April 20 – 8th Annual Car Show and Taste of Tierra Verde 11 am – 3 pm, Free, 1110 Pinellas Bayway S, Tierra Verde. More than 125 classic vehicles on display. Music, food and beverages from local restaurants, activities for kids. Bene ts local charities. premiumcarshows.com/wppremium Saturday, April 20 – Earth Day Scavenger Hunt 10 am, Included in admission, Sunken Gardens, 1825 Fourth St. N, St. Petersburg. Explore the winding paths, exotic birds, turtles, butter ies and owers on a self-guided scavenger hunt at your leisure. You may just win some Florida wild ower seeds to celebrate Earth Day all year long. For all ages. 727.892.5715 sunkengardens.org Saturday, April 20 – Florida Butter y Gardening 11 am, Free, Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S, St. Petersburg. Learn how you can attract them by selecting and planting butter y attractors. Learn about some of our imperiled species and what you can do to help them followed by a walk through the butter y garden and nature trails. 727.893.7326 stpeteparksrec.org/boyd-hill.html Saturday, April 20 – Fun in the Sun Day 10 am – noon, Free, Gulfport Recreation Center, 5730 Shore Blvd. S, Gulfport. Egg hunt for children ages 8 and under, a raf e for baskets, children’s activities, music, food and fun. Children will also have the opportunity to climb into the driver’s seat of their favorite vehicle: police car, police boat, re truck, ambulance, garbage truck and many more. mygulfport.us Saturday, April 20 – Pride & Passion Intergalactic Disco 8 pm – midnight, $90 Members/$100 Non-members, Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa. Boogie the night away under shimmering celestial bodies, and immerse yourself in the era that revered creativity & fantasy with its glamorous dance parties & daring fashion. 813.259.1720 tampamuseum.org Saturday, April 20 – 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
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Arts & Leisure 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 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 Through May 12 – The Pigeon Comes to Tampa!: A Mo Willems Exhibit 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. Heritage Village 11909 125th St N, Largo 727.582.2123 pinellascounty.org/heritage Free 21-acre living history museum Manatee Village Historical Park 1404 Manatee Ave. E (SR 64), Bradenton manateevillage.org Free open-air history museum MOSI (Museum of Science & Industry) 4801 E Fowler Ave., Tampa 813.987.6000 mosi.org Children’s science center Saunders Planetarium April 13 – SkyWatch 26 – Science After Dark
SUMMER CAMPS Art, Marine Science & Yoga Camp Museum of Fine Arts 255 Beach Drive. NE, St. Petersburg Two weekly sessions: July 15 – 19 and July 29 – August 2, Rising 2nd to 6th graders 727.896.2667 ext 210 mfastpete.org
Boyd Hill Nature Preserve 1101 Country Club Way S, St. Petersburg Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 19 Ages 3 – 13 727.893.7326 stpeteparksrec.org/boyd-hill.html Creative Clay – Art Around the World 1846 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg Weekly sessions: June 3 – July 26, Ages 6 – 12 727.825.0515 creativeclay.org Creative Kids Camp Beach Art Center 1515 Bay Palm Blvd., Indian Rocks Bch. Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 9, Ages 6 – 14 727.596.4331 beachartcenter.org Creative Writing Camp Morean Center for Clay 420 22nd St. S, St. Petersburg Two sessions: July 15 – July 19 and July 22 – July 26, Ages 9 – 12 727.798.4530 keepstpetelit.org Eckerd College – Summer Watersports Camp 4200 54th Ave. S, St. Petersburg Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 2, Ages 5 – 17 eckerd.edu/waterfront/camp Great Explorations Children’s Museum 1925 4th St. N, St. Petersburg Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 9 Kindergarten through 3rd grade 727.821.8992 ext 226 greatex.org Junior Tennis & Fitness Camp Treasure Bay Golf & Tennis 10315 Paradise Blvd., Treasure Island Full week/day/half day sessions: June 10 – July 14, Ages 8 through high school 727.360.6062 mytreasureisland.com makeme studio Art Camps 3028 9th St. N., St. Petersburg Daily or weekly sessions: June 3 – August 2 Kindergarten through 5th grade 727.822.3256 makemestudio.com Morean Arts Center – Summer Art Camp 719 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 9, Ages 4 – 16 727.822.7872 ext 8 moreanartscenter.org Morean Center for Clay – Summer Clay Camp 420 22nd St. S, St. Petersburg Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 9, Ages 4 – 16 727.822.7872 ext 8 moreanartscenter.org
School of Rock St. Petersburg 2401 Central Ave., St. Petersburg Weekly sessions: June 3 – July 19 Ages 6 – 10+ 727.871.7625 locations.schoolofrock.com/stpetersburg Skateboarding Camp Fossil Park Skatepark, 6635 Dr MLK Jr St. N, St. Petersburg Daily and weekly sessions: June 3 – August 9 Ages 6 – 15 schoolofskatin.com St. Pete Beach Summer Camps 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 9, Completed kindergarten to 6th grade 727.363.9245 spbrec.com Tampa Bay Watch Summer Camps 3000 Pinellas Bayway S, Tierra Verde Weekly sessions: June 10 – August 9 Ages 6 – 15 727.867.8166 tampabaywatch.org/camps.html Theatre Summer Camps St. Petersburg City Theatre 4025 31st St. S, St. Petersburg 2-week sessions: June 3 – August 2 Ages 7 – 14 727.866.1973 spcitytheatre.org Treasure Island Summer Camp City Hall, 120 108th Ave., Treasure Island Full session or weekly sessions: June 3 – August 9, Ages 5 – 13 727.547.4575 mytreasureisland.com Weedon Island Preserve 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 2 Ages 7 – 15 727.453.6500 weedonislandpreserve.org Wild Creations: Empowerment Camp for Young Women 255 Beach Drive. NE, St. Petersburg One week-long session: July 22 – 26 Rising 6th – 9th graders 727.896.2667 ext 210 mfastpete.org
MUSIC Clearwater Jazz Holiday clearwaterjazz.com October 17 – 20, 2019 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 April 2 – Town Shores 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 April 24 – TI Community Center 25 – 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
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St. Petersburg College Gibbs Campus Music Center, 6605 Fifth Ave. N, St. Petersburg 727.341.4360 spcollege.edu/events April 12 – Piano Extravaganza Suncoast Jazz Society Wednesdays 6:30 – 9:00 pm, Bilmar Beach Resort, 10650 Gulf Blvd., Treasure Island 727.360.5531 sdjs.org April 7 – JB Scott & Lisa Kelly Sextet Tampa Bay Symphony Performances in various locations 727.827.8087 tampabaysymphony.org The Blue Parrot Café 85 Corey Circle, St. Pete Beach Every Monday 727.368.9619 bluepstpb.com Every Monday – TomKats 18 Piece Jazz Orchestra The Florida Orchestra See venues for dates – Mahaffey Theater, Ruth Eckerd Hall & David Straz Performing Arts Center 50th Anniversary Season 727.662.7286 oridaorchestra.org TomKats Jazz Orchestra tomkatsjazzorchestra.com The Hangar Restaurant 540 First St. SE, St. Petersburg Every Monday – Jazz Jam 727.823.7767 aldowningjazz.com
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 May 11 – Dialogues des Carmélites Florida Opera Festival Straz Center for the Performing Arts 1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa operatampa.org
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Events Saturday, April 20 – Underwater Egg Hunt & EGGstravaganza 10 am – noon, $5, SPB Recreation Center, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach. Dip and dive for Easter eggs in the pool. Stay and play in the park with Eggcellent activities like egg races, egg decorating, egg toss, egg rolling and even meet Peter Rabbit. 727.363.9245 spbrec.com Saturday, April 20 and Sunday, April 21 – Mainsail Art Festival 9 am – 6 pm Saturday/10 am – 5 pm Sunday, Free, Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. This free festival features juried ne art and craft exhibitors, live music, kids’ art activity tent and a vast assortment of food and drink. mainsailart.org Sunday, April 21 – Easter Brunch at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens 10:30 am/noon/1:30 pm, $70 Members/$80 Non-members/$30 Child 4 – 11/ Children under 4 free, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 900 S Palm Ave., Sarasota. A buffet brunch catered by Michael’s On East, a leisurely egg hunt and children’s activities and family photos with the Easter Bunny from The Fancy Booth, all overlooking beautiful Sarasota Bay. Cash bar. 941.366.5731 selby.org Sunday, April 21 – Glass Easter Egg Hunt 7:30 am, Free, Central Ave. from 16th St. to 5th St., St. Petersburg. Two eggs will be hidden for every block. Please limit your nds to one egg per family/ household. Hosted by the Morean Arts Center. facebook.com/MoreanArtsCenter Monday, April 22 – 4th Annual Florida Dyngus Day 4 – 8 pm,$8/$10, St. Petersburg Polish American Society, 1343 Beach Dr. SE, St. Petersburg. Full cash bar, dancing to Nu Soundz, polka dance lesson, Polish Dyngus Day platter. kmjak@verizon.net 727.360.4939 polishsociety.org Thursday, April 25 through Sunday, April 28 – 14th Annual Sunscreen Film Festival Varied schedule, various locations in St. Petersburg. An internationally recognized event with the primary goal of encouraging the creation, production, and exhibition of independent lm in Florida. sunscreen lmfestival.com Friday, April 26 – Bella Voce 2019 7 pm, $200 and up, The Don Cesar, 3400 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. An extraordinary evening with a wide selection of silent and live auction items, a gourmet dinner and drinks and an intimate orchestral experience in the St. Charles Ballroom. Performances by cast members of the upcoming Puccini Festival. stpeteopera.org/gala Friday, April 26 – Bollywood Dance Party 7 pm, $13.50 Members/$15 Non-members, John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota. DJ Pram brings his signature high-energy style to teach dance moves while scenes from classic Bollywood lms are projected around the courtyard. Indian food and beverage available for purchase. 941.359.5700 ringling.org Friday, April 26 – Science After Dark 6 – 9 pm, $8.95/$10.95/$16/$20, MOSI (Museum of Science & Industry), 4801 E Fowler Ave., Tampa. A fun, hands-on experience for adults over the age of 18. Explore your inner child with exciting science activities ranging from polymers, DNA, rockets, robots and astronomy. 813.987.6000 mosi.org Friday, April 26 through Sunday, April 28 – Florida Antiquarian Book Fair 5 – 9 pm Friday/10 am – 5 pm Saturday/11am – 4 pm Sunday, $6/$10/ Free for children under 12 and students, The Coliseum, 535 4th Ave. N, St. Petersburg. The oldest and largest antiquarian book fair in the Southeastern United States and third largest in the nation. Books, maps, prints, ephemera, autographs. oridaantiquarianbookfair.com
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Arts & Leisure St. Petersburg Opera Company 2145 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg 727.823.2040 stpeteopera.org Mornings, Afternoons, Evenings and Cocktails with the Maestro Various performance locations April 26 – Bella Voce at Don Cesar May 2, 3, 9 – How to Cast an Opera Suor Angelica & Gianni Schicchi 17 – 21 – Suor Angelica & Gianni Schicchi Sarasota Opera House 61 N Pineapple Ave., Sarasota 941.328.1300 sarasotaopera.org April 5 – Diamond Anniversary Recital 16 – The Soap Myth Sarasota – Starring Ed Asner May 10 – Opera Composers in Song St. Petersburg Opera Guild stpeteoperaguild.org The Matinee Opera Players 64th Way, Pinellas Park facebook.com/MatineeOperaPlayers Pinellas Park Performing Arts Center
St. Petersburg Ballet Conservatory 1500 58th St S, Gulfport 727.914.7257 stpeteballetconservatory.com Daily classes for young & adults, performances, facility rentals Summer Session 1 – June 10 – July 5 (performance on July 5) Summer Session 2 – July 8 – August 2 (performance on August 2) 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 April 22 – Dyngus Day 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 Pinellas Opera League Socialize and be entertained First Wednesday each month October – June
The Coliseum 535 4th Ave. N, St. Petersburg 727.892.5715 stpete.org/attractions/coliseum.php Tea Dance – 1st & 3rd Wednesday, October through May
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FILM
DANCING Florida West Ballet A not-for-pro t Pre-Professional Performing Arts Company 616 4th St. N, St. Petersburg oridawestballet.org
Celebrating CommUNITY International Gay & Lesbian Film Fest October 4 – 12, 2019 Various times and locations tiglff.com
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
International Cinema Series Eckerd College, 4200 54th Ave. S, St. Petersburg, Miller Auditorium 727.864.7979 eckerd.edu/ internationalcinema April 12 – Wings of Desire 26 – Shadow May 3 – Woman at War
Sarasota Ballet 5555 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941.359.0099 sarasotaballet.org April 10 – Inside the Studio – Giselle 15 – Principal Film Series – Ricki Bertoni 26, 27 – Giselle 30 – Spring Showcase 2019 May 18 – Tales of Peter Rabbit
LGBTQ Film Series Gulfport Public Library 5501 28th Ave. S, Gulfport Second Thursday of each month 7 pm. 727.893.1074 facebook.com/GulfportLibraryFL April 11 – We the Animals May 9 – Do I Sound Gay?
Sunscreen Film Festival April 25 – 28, 2019 Various locations throughout St. Petersburg. VIP & General Admission sunscreen lmfestival.com
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 Spit re Theater Improv Comedy Theater 14 18th St. S, St. Petersburg spit retheater.com
ECO / ZOOS / AQUARIUMS Alligator Attraction John’s Pass Village 12973 Village Blvd. A-D Madeira Beach 727.329.8751 kissagator.com Explore, learn & kiss a gator 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 April 20 – Florida Butter y Gardening Brooker Creek Preserve 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs 727.453.6800 brookercreekpreserve.org Tram Tours Saturdays, Guided Tours, Classes April 6 – Wildlife Safari 13 – The Story of Swallow-Tailed Kites 27 – Explore the Ferns of Brooker Creek 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 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
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Events Friday, April 26 through Sunday, April 28 – St. Pete Beach Documentary Film Festival 7 pm Friday/11 am – 10 pm Saturday/2 – 4 pm Sunday, $15 – $65, The Don Cesar, 3400 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. A selection of culturally rich, adventure-packed and incredibly inspiring documentary films curated from the Mountainfilm festival held every Memorial Day weekend in Telluride, Colorado. eventbrite.com Friday, April 26 through Sunday, April 28 – Tampa Bay Seafood & Music Festival 4 – 10 pm Friday/11 am – 10 pm Saturday/11 am – 6 pm Sunday, $5 / Children/Children 12 and under free, Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, 600 N Ashley Dr., Tampa. A unique blending of food, music and visual entertainment. seafoodfestivals.com Saturday, April 27 – 50th Anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising 6 pm, Free with donations accepted, Studio@620, 620 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg. A reading with author Rob Sanders. Celebrate the ftieth anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising with the very rst picture book to tell of its historic and inspiring role in the gay civil rights movement. 727.895.6620 thestudioat620.org Saturday, April 27 – IRB Beach Fest 11 am – 9 pm, Free, Indian Rocks Beach County Park, 1700 Gulf Blvd., Indian Rocks Beach. Listen to live local bands and indulge in food and beverages from local restaurants. Have fun and play games. irbhome.com Saturday, April 27 – Art Hops 2019 6 – 9 pm, $35, Largo Public Library, 120 Central Park Dr., Largo. Indulge yourself in an evening of delicious food, interactive activities, craft beer, artisan demonstrations, shopping, silent auction, music, a pop up psychedelic library lounge showcasing some of the most popular programs and a cash bar. kim@gllf.org 727.586.7398 gllf.org/art-hops-2019 Saturday, April 27 – Tattopalooza: A Cause 4 Paws 1 – 7 pm, Free admission, Buku Tattoo, 2232 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. An unprecedented afternoon of food, drinks, live music, street vendors and tattoos and hennas celebrating your love for animals. Six talented tattoo artists will be there inking up guests all afternoon long! Benefits Friends of Strays. friendsofstrays.com/home Saturday, April 27 and Sunday, April 28 – Anniversary Weekend Bash 10 am – 5 pm, Included in admission price, The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art, 150 Central Ave, St. Petersburg. Celebrate the museum’s rst anniversary with a weekend full of festivities. Talks by renowned Western and wildlife artists, a Native American hoop dance performance, gallery tours and family art activities. thejamesmuseum.org Saturday, April 27 and Sunday, April 28 – Green Thumb Festival 9 am – 4 pm, Free, Walter Fuller Recreation Center, 7891 26th Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Environmental and horticultural exhibits, programs and vendors, free mulch, plant auction, free butter y plants, tool sharpening booth, entertainment, children’s programs, food court. stpeteparksrec.org/Greenthumb/index.html Saturday, April 27 and Sunday, April 28 – Springfest Garden Art & Faerie Festival 10 am – 5 pm, Free, Clymer Park, 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport. Live music, unique vendors, costume contest, garden art and plant sale. visitgulfport orida.com
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Arts & Leisure 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 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 Tom 727.367.1409 or Jim 727.360.4846 April 2 – Equipment for Your Boat 9 – Waterway Watch/Trailering Your Boat 16 – Handling Your Boat 23 – Your “Highway” Signs 30 – Rules of the Nautical Road May 7 – Boating Safety 14 – Introduction to Navigation
FERRIES Crossbay Ferry Connecting Downtown Tampa Aquarium Wharf 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 April 13 – Rainwater Harvesting & Kitchen Botany May 11 – Florida-Friendly Landscape Design Workshop 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 of 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 April 15 – Highlights of Ichiyo School May 20 – Ikebana Inspired by Emotions Marie Selby Botanical Gardens 900 S Palm Ave., Sarasota Mondays – Yoga in the Garden 941.366.5731 selby.org April 2 – SHIBORI w/Indigo Dye 4 – The Wisdom of Trees 10 – Capture Nature w/Alla Prima Painting 11 – 20 Quick Tips to Improve Your Photography 12 – Release Your Inner Gauguin 17 – Aromatherapy Basics 21 – Easter Brunch 24 – Print the Gauguin-Inspired Gardens 26 – New Perspectives in Photography 29 – Everything’s Coming Up Roses! 30 – Explore Coastal Mangroves and Seagrass Beds May 1 – Lunch in the Gardens 12 – Mother’s Day Brunch
Sunken Gardens 1825 Fourth St. N, St. Petersburg Adult and Child Horticultural Workshops 727.892.5715 sunkengardens.org April 7 – Orchid Festival 20 – Earth Day Scavenger Hunt
CARD GAME / BINGO
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
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
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
St. Petersburg Bridge Club 9103 US 19N, Pinellas Park Games, Lessons, & Seminars Charlie 727.363.1136 or 544.5040 stpetebridge.org
National Active & Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Chapter 259 – Clearwater 727. 643.7395 No meeting July and August
Treasure Island Community Center Bingo 106th Ave. & Gulf Blvd., Treasure Island Early Games start 6:45 pm Regular Games start 7:45 pm Presented by the Treasure Islettes Bene ts local scholarships. Linda 727.270.3178
National Active & Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Chapter 1140 4th Monday except June, July, Aug. 11:30 am. Perkins Restaurant, 8841 Park Blvd., Seminole Spouses & guests welcome. narfe.org/chapter1140
CLUBS
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
FUN!! 2nd Saturday October thru April 9 am – noon, Pasadena Community Church, 227 70th St S., St. Petersburg Sing songs you love, ages middle school & 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 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 iopca.org 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
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 Sparkling Clearwater Depression Glass Club 3rd Tuesday 6:45 pm Clearwater Garden Club 405 Seminole St, Clearwater clearwaterdepressionglassclub.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
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Events Saturday, April 27 and Sunday, April 28 – St. Anthony’s Triathlon Times vary, $55 – $250 Registration fee, 701 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Takes place through the scenic downtown waterfront. A swim course, a at and fast bike course followed by the run course. Three races offered from beginners in the Meek & Mighty to the Sprint and Olympic distance events. 727.825.1521 baycare.org/satriathlon Sunday, April 28 – 9th Annual Salute to the Military 10 am – 4 pm, Free, Horan Park, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach. Car show, live music, exhibits, kids shing tournament, silent auction, 50/50 raf e, artists, vendors and the One Blood bloodmobile. Food, beer and wine available for purchase. Ceremony/swearing in at noon. 727.363.9245 spbrec.com Sunday, April 28 – Painting in the Park Noon – 4 pm, Free, North Lawn, Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Drive. NE, St. Petersburg. Family and kid-friendly activities like kite making and ying, face painting, making gigantic works of art and more. Food and beverages available for purchase. 727.894.4638 mfastpete.org Wednesday, May 1 – James Wright: Book Talk and Signing 6 pm, Free, St. Pete Beach Public Library, 365 73rd Ave., St. Pete Beach. A Florida State of Mind: An Unnatural History of Our Weirdest State: a witty history of the state that’s always in the news, for everything from alligator attacks to zany crimes. Light refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Library. 727.363.9238 spblibrary.com Thursday, May 2 – Movies in the Park 7 pm, Free, North Straub Park, Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Enjoy an evening in the park with live music followed by a lm classic. Bring your own blanket. preservetheburg.org Thursday, May 2 – Yom HaShoah Commemoration & Free Admission 5:30 – 7:30 pm, Free, Florida Holocaust Museum, 55 5th St. S, St. Petersburg. Free admission from 10 am – 5 pm and the reading of Holocaust Victims’ names continuously throughout the day. Culminates with a memorial service at 5:30 pm followed by a special Holocaust Survivor talk. 727.820.0100 holocaustmuseum.org Friday, May 3 – 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, May 3 – 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, May 3 – Woman at War 7 pm, Free, International Cinema Series, Eckerd College, Miller Auditorium, 4200 54th Ave. S, St. Petersburg. A quirky and clever lm about an unconventional eco-warrior. 727.864.7979 eckerd.edu/internationalcinema Saturday, May 4 – Family Workshop: Cirque du Magritte 10 am – 4 pm, $25, The Dalí Museum, One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg. An intergenerational workshop focusing on making costumes and props and choreographing a dance for the afternoon performance. Age minimum 8 years old. 727.823.3767 thedali.org Find local events online at www.ParadiseNewsFL.com & www.facebook.com/ParadiseNews
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Arts & Leisure 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 Lawn Bowling Club 536 4th Ave. N, St. Petersburg November to April Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9:30 am Free lessons available Oldest formally organized lawn bowling club in Florida 727.424.8906 stpetersburglawnbowling.org
Treasure Islettes Community Service Organization 4th Monday except June thru August Treasure Island Community Center 727.270.9024 tresurei2@aol.com treasureislettes.weebly.com WordSmitten Writing Workshops 3rd Saturday 1 – 5 pm $15 session Treasure Bay Golf and Tennis Center 10315 Paradise Blvd., Treasure Island Get professional help with your novel, memoir, short story
ATHLETIC CLUBS
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
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
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
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
Suncoast Quilting Circle Wednesdays, 10 am or 3rd Monday 7 pm Pilgrim Congregational Church 6315 Central Ave., St. Petersburg suncoastquiltingcircle.org
Tampa Bay Beach Bums Beach volleyball for players of all levels tampabaybeachbums.com
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
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 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 Memory Café – Gulfport 3rd Monday 12:15 am – 2 pm Neptune Grille, 5501 Shore Blvd. S, Gulfport. Support for those suffering from dementia and their loved ones. RSVP 727.327.0167 sensol@seniorsmile.com or 813.384.7571 catemcarty@gmail.com
Memory Café – St. Petersburg 2nd Monday 11 am – 1 pm Carrabba’s St. Pete, 1951 4th St. N, St. 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/st-petersburg- ostomy-support-group St. Anthony’s Hospital Various seminars and support groups 1200 Seventh Ave. N, St. Petersburg April 10 – Diabetes Support Group 13 – Charcot Marie Tooth Disease 25 – Understanding Diabetes May 2 – Stroke Prevention & Treatment 855.269.4777 baycare.org/hospitals/ st-anthonys-hospital 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.com Wednesday Walkers 2nd and 4th Wednesday 9 am Varying locations Sponsored by Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport 727.893.1244
NETWORKING 100+ Women Who Care – Pinellas Cove Cay Golf Club. 2612 Cove Cay Dr., Clearwater. Provides nancial support to local, charitable organizations. 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 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.or 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
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Events
Arts & Leisure
Saturday, May 4 – Hippie Dash 2019 Times vary, $10 – $35 Registration fee, Waterfront District, Downtown Gulfport. A run/walk event. Choose from an 8K, 5K, 1-mile walk, Woof & Roll (dogs & strollers welcome) and a Flower Child Fun Run for the little hippies. Proceeds bene t Goodwill’s programs for people with barriers to employment. After-party with free beer, munchies and music. goodwill-suncoast.org
Treasures by the Sea Church by the Sea 495 137th Ave., Madeira Beach 727.391.7706 10 am – 2 pm Tuesday & Thursday
Saturday, May 4 – May Day Races: 5K, 10K and Kids Race 7 am, Free to $50 registration fee, Ceridian, 3201 34th St. S, Saint Petersburg. These fun and competitive races will travel through beautiful Clam Bayou on the Skyway Trail and end at the Ceridian campus. All portions of the race will be on the paved trail. Bene ts area groups/schools and The Skyway Marina District. maydayrace.com
GULFPORT mygulfport.us Gulfport Public Library Events mygulfport.evanced.info/signup/calendar April 5 – First Friday Art & Gallery Walk 8 – New Horizons Band Free Concert 20 – Fun in the Sun Day 20 – Third Saturday Art & Gallery Walk 27 – Springfest Garden Art & Faerie Festival May 3 – First Friday Art & Gallery Walk 4 – Hippie Dash 2019 11 – Junk in the Trunk 18 – Third Saturday Art & Gallery Walk
Saturday, May 4 – St. Pete Beach Beer Festival 2 – 6 pm, $5 – $75, St. Pete Beach Community Center, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach. Enjoy tasting some of the best craft beers while enjoying the incredible waterside setting with a live band for entertainment. There will be delicious food options available for purchase from various food trucks. stpetebeachfestivals.com/ beer-festival Saturday, May 4 – Run for the Roses! 2019 Derby Gala 5:30 – 10 pm, $300 and up, The Vinoy Renaissance, 501 5th Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. Cocktails, wagering, live broadcast of the 145th Kentucky Derby, traditional Southern fare, dancing and entertainment. Proceeds bene t Cancer Services at St. Anthony’s Hospital. stanthonysfoundation.org Thursday, May 9 – Happy Hour with the Historian: The Day the Skyway Fell 6:30 pm, $5 suggested donation, St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. Bill DeYoung shares the terrifying moments of the collision from the fateful preliminary circumstances through the years of post-collision legal proceedings. Reservations recommended. 727.894.1052 spmoh.com Thursday, May 9 – LGBQ Film Series – Do I Sound Gay? 7 pm, Free (donations accepted), Gulfport Public Library, 5501 28th Ave. S, Gulfport. After a break-up with his boyfriend, journalist David Thorpe embarks on a hilarious and touching journey of self-discovery, confronting his anxiety about “sounding gay.” 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, May 9 – Movies in the Park 7 pm, Free, North Straub Park, Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Enjoy an evening in the park with live music followed by a lm classic. Bring your own blanket. preservetheburg.org Friday, May 10 through Sunday, May 19 – Avenue Q 8 pm Thursday, Friday & Saturday/2 pm Sunday, $28.50, Eight O’Clock Theatre, 105 Central Park Dr., Largo. Filled with gut-busting humor and a delightfully catchy score (not to mention puppets), A laugh-out-loud musical. 727.587.6793 eightoclocktheatre.com Saturday, May 11 – Island Night & Luau Bene t 6 pm, $75, Admiral Farragut Academy Waterfront, Park St. & Country Club Rd. N, St. Petersburg. St. Petersburg International Folk Fair Society (SPIFFS) is presenting a tropical evening bene t with re dancers, dancing and luau buffet. folkfair@ij.net 727.552.1896 www.eventbrite.com
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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 April 20 – Underwater Egg Hunt & EGGstravaganza 28 – Salute to the Military May 4 – St. Pete Beach Beer Festival 6 – Lunch & Learn: Lowering Blood Pressure & Cholesterol Naturally 11 – 8th Avenue Block Party 12 – Family Fun Days at the Pool ST. PETERSBURG stpete.org April 3 – Movies & Music in the Park Announcement Party 5 – First Friday St. Pete 6 – Glow in the Park 5K & 1 Mile 6 – Good Vibes Only Art and Music Festival 11 – 28 – 5th Annual SunLit Festival 12 – 14 – Tampa Bay Blues Festival 13 – Second Saturday ArtWalk 13 – St. Pete Earth Day 18 – 28 – Much Ado About Nothing 20, 21 – Mainsail Art Festival 26 – 28 – Florida Antiquarian Book Fair May 2 – Movies in the Park 3 – First Friday St. Pete 9 – Movies in the Park 11 – Second Saturday ArtWalk 16 – Movies in the Park
TOURS 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
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 Paradise Tours and Transportation NEW 90-minute mural tour of St. Petersburg on an air conditioned shuttle bus. Departs from The Vinoy Resort and Treasure Bay Resort 727.417.8036 tripshock.com Preserve the Burg Historic Walking Tours Free for SPP members $10 non-members 727.824.7802 preservetheburg.org April 6 – Original Downtown 13 – Downtown With a Literary Twist 27 – Westward Ho to Historic Kenwood Shell and Beach Walks John’s Pass Village 12973 Village Blvd., Madeira Beach 727.313.6335 shellandbeachwalks.com 90-minute walking eco-tour Shell Key Shuttle & Sunset Cruises 801 Pass-A-Grille Way, Merry Pier 727.360.1348 shellkeyshuttle.com Dog friendly cruises on special dates. St. Pete Beach Drive Dine & Wine Tour 501 5th Ave NE, St. Petersburg Every Tuesday through June 4 3-hour walking food & wine tour tampabayfoodtours.com StarLite Dining Yachts Clearwater and St. Pete Beach 727.462.2628 starlitecruises.com Afternoon & evening cruises, dining & dancing, entertainment, full bar, sightseeing. 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 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 Locals We Love Saturday Market NEW All year 2nd Saturday each month 11 am – 3 pm Sirata Beach Resort & Rum Runners Bar & Grille 5300 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach 727area.com/ orida/ st-pete-beach/events Saturday Morning Market Closed for September only 9 am – 2 pm, October thru May Al Lang Stadium parking lot, corner of 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 SUNDAYS Corey Avenue Sunday Market October thru May 10 am – 2 pm Live music, Shops open, Free parking, 74th Ave., St. Pete Beach 727.498.8778 coreyAve.com DTSP Sunday Market October thru April Noon – 4 pm Caddy’s on Central, 217 Central Ave., St. Petersburg dtspmarket.com Indian Shores Sunday Market November thru April 9 am – 1 pm Indian Shores Town Hall, 19305 Gulf Blvd., Indian Shores thebeachmarkets.com WEEKEND MARKETS Suntan Art Mart All Year 9 am – 4 pm Saturday & Sunday January to May – Friday, Saturday & Sunday Next to Paradise Grille, 900 Gulf Way, Pass-A-Grille Beach 727.367.3818 suntanart.org OTHER MARKETS 1st Friday Flea Market September thru May 9 am – noon Gulfport Multipurpose Sr. Ctr., 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport 727. 893.2237 1st Saturday St. Pete Indie Market All Year 11 am – 4 pm, October thru May Green Bench Brewing Co., 1133 Baum Ave., St. Petersburg
10 am – 2 pm, June thru September NOVA 535, 535 Dr. M.L. King Jr St. N, St. Petersburg stpeteindiemarket.com Brocante Vintage Market All Year 1st weekend each month 9 am – 7 pm Sat/9 am – 5 pm Sun 2200 2nd Ave. S, St. Petersburg brocantemarket.com
VOLUNTEER 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 Empath Health / Suncoast Hospice Locations throughout Pinellas County Various positions. Training provided Ages 14+ years. 727.523.3440 empathhealth.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 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 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 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 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 Tampa Bay Watch 3000 Pinellas Bayway S, Tierra Verde rarndt@tampabaywatch.org 727.867.8166 ext 233 tampabaywatch.org
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 Beach Yoga Pinellas Various locations 727.222.6476 beachyogapinellas.com info@beachyogapinellas.com Year round resident discount packages City of South Pasadena Free Yoga Classes Hibiscus Hall 7047 Sunset Dr. S, South Pasadena Thursdays 9:15 am Chair Yoga Thursdays 10:30 am Gentle Flow Yoga Gulfport Senior Center Yoga Gulfport Casino, 5500 Shore Blvd. S, Gulfport Brought to you by Gulfport Senior Center, Foundation 727.893.5657 gulfportseniorfoundation.org Wednesdays at 11 am Gulfport Women’s Drum Circle Gulfport Beach west side near the Rec. Center. Dena Lebowitz 727.289.3380 denaleb@gmail.com 4th Friday, Winter 7 pm / Summer 7:30 pm Empowering and healing Healthy St. Pete’s Free Yoga in the Park Crescent Lake Park 1320 5th St. N, St. Petersburg 1st Saturday of each month at 9 am through May 4 727.892.5994 healthystpete .com Laughing Yoga Scout Hall 5315 28th Ave. S, Gulfport Wednesdays at 3:30 pm Madeira Beach Recreation Center 200 Rex Place, Madeira Beach 727.401.7380 madeirabeachyoga.com Restorative, Yin Yoga, Senior Stretch & Renew, Mid-day, Slow Flow Madeira Beach Yoga Archibald Park, 15100 Gulf Blvd., Madeira Beach 727.401.7380 madeirabeachyoga.com Yoga on the Beach Nava Yoga Studio 5901 Sun Blvd. W, Suite 120, St. Petersburg 727.592.1999 navayogastudio.com Perfect Circle Yoga & Fitness 7440 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach 727.504.2327 perfectcircleyoga.com Bikram Yoga, Hot Yoga, CaliYoga, Personal Training
Sacred Lands 1700 Park St. N, St. Petersburg 727.347.0354 sacredlandspreservationandeducation.org Sunday tours, meditations, events April 19 – Music and a Meal May 17 – Music and a Meal Salty Souls Yoga 7925 38th Ave. N #3 St. Petersburg 727.459.9178 saltysoulsyoga.com Yoga sculpt, hot yoga, gentle restorative Silver Sneakers Yoga Community Center, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach 727.363.9245 spbrec.com Fridays at 11 am St. Petersburg Yoga 2842 MLK St. N, St. Petersburg 727.894.9642 stpetersburgyoga.com info@stpetersburgyoga.com 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 & Meditation – 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 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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ENVIRONMENTAL
Looking For an Eco-friendly Summer For Kids?
Wondering what to do with the kids this summer? Tampa Bay Watch camp programs! Tampa Bay Watch provides high-quality, inclusive summer camp programs. Their scholarship program offers free camp tuition to a limited number of students, awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis. Candidates must meet qualifying criteria and complete an application process to be considered. Applications and supporting materials must be submitted by April 26. Applications can be downloaded from http://www.tampabaywatch.org/assets/2019-scholarship-appform.pdf.
Nothing feels better than volunteering for the environment - Oyster shell bar installation at McKay Bay, April 12, May 2, 3, 16, 17 Tampa Bay Watch is recruiting volunteers to create an oyster shell bar on the shoreline of McKay Bay with the goal of restoring lost habitat systems to the bay, preventing further erosion of the shoreline, and improving water quality through natural biological filtration. More information see http://www.tampabaywatch.org/ogyster-shell-bars.html.
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Build oyster domes for Tampa Bay April 17 & 24, 9 to noon Tampa Bay Watch is recruiting 10-20 volunteers to help build oyster domes at their Marine Center in Tierra Verde. This physically demanding project is a dirty job, but it’ll make a difference for Tampa Bay! Learn more about oyster domes here http://www.tampabaywatch.org/ oyster-domes.html and register here https://bit.ly/2THz9bZ. Earth Day with the Tampa Bay Rays and Tampa Bay Watch Two Tampa Bay stalwarts – the Rays and Tampa Bay Watch – are partnering for the April 20 Rays vs. Red Sox game. The lower-corner tickets are $30 and include a special Rays/Tampa Bay Watch baseball cap. A portion of sales benefits Tampa Bay Watch’s mission to restore the bay. The game honors Earth Day (April 22) and commemorates Tampa Bay Watch’s partnership with the Rays and Jabil, who will present them with a $15,000 check pre-game to support their habitat restoration and environmental education programs. Buy tickets http://www.tampabaywatch.org/rays-up.html.
The Crested Caracara
A tropical falcon version of a vulture, the Crested Caracara is seen in the United States only in Arizona,Texas and Florida. The bird is classified as “threatened” in Florida. A common subject of folklore and legends throughout Central and South America, the Crested Caracara is sometimes referred to as the “Mexican eagle.” Although it looks like a long-legged hawk and associates with vultures, the Crested Caracara is actually in the same family as falcons. Source: allaboutbirds.org
ENVIRONMENTAL
Please
CONSERVE WATER Including Reclaimed by Pinellas County Utilities
Reclaimed water is a limited resource due to water usage, fluctuations in weather and capacity of the system. Conservation is necessary to promote adequate supply that is shared by all customers. Because irrigation is entirely prohibited on Mondays, The reclaimed water system will be shut down on Thursdays and Fridays, as needed. The system will also be shut down from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on all days of operation for supply recovery. Customers are asked to monitor the reclaimed water restrictions website for up-to-date information on shutdowns and schedule changes at www.pinellascounty.org/utilities/reclaim-irrigation.htm. Paradise NEWS readers may irrigate three days per week based on property address according to the following schedule: • Address ends in even number (0, 2, 4, 6, 8) water on Tuesday, Thursday and/or Saturday. • Address ends in odd number (1, 3, 5, 7, 9) can water on Wednesday, Friday, Sunday. • Parcels with mixed or no address, like residential subdivision common areas can water on Wednesday, Friday, Sunday. • Lawn irrigation is prohibited 10 am - 4 pm everyday. • Lawn irrigation is also prohibited on Monday.
Reclaimed water restrictions are in effect April 1 to June 30.
Customers are encouraged to follow these restrictions throughout the year to promote a healthy, sustainable Florida lawn and landscape. Utilities advise customers to learn about and apply Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ practices, including watering only when grass and plants start to wilt and, when needed, watering deeply to encourage deep, drought-tolerant root systems. Pinellas County Extension offers a multitude of information about creating Florida-appropriate landscapes that are attractive, healthier with less water and are less costly than replacing plants every year. Visit www.pinellascounty.org/extension to view lawn and garden resources and a listing of upcoming classes. Customers are advised to monitor the website, as additional restrictions may be implemented if seasonal rainfall is lower than anticipated and the reclaimed water supply becomes limited.
More information about reclaimed water, visit www.pinellascounty.org/utilities/reclaim-irrigation.htm, or call Pinellas County Utilities Customer Service at (727) 464-4000.
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!!! Which one is for you? All new to the market! Primary, vacation or island investment property?
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TWO Tierra Verde waterfront condos with this Million dollar view!!! 2B/2B condos available! $399,900 or stunning 100% remodeled $499,900
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PET HEALTH
Common Health Problems in large breed dogs stomach by inserting a tube into the stomach or puncturing it with a needle if the tube won’t fit due to twisting. Surgery can restore the normal position of twisted stomachs.
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Heart Problems - Symptoms "Your large breed dog may be at increased risk of developing one or more of these conditions:"
Hip and Elbow Dysplasia
occur due to malformations in the hip or elbow joints. The joints can grind or rub together painfully. The condition may eventually cause arthritis, joint degeneration and inflammation, lameness, and difficulty climbing stairs or jumping. Dysplasia is often inherited and can cause symptoms early in your pet’s life. Maintaining a healthy weight is particularly important for dogs with hip dysplasia. Even a few extra pounds can increase pressure on the joints. Although pain medications and joint supplements might improve your pet’s comfort, surgery may be needed in some cases.
Bloat, or Gastric Torsion,
happens when your dog’s stomach stretches, then twists or rotates. This life-threatening condition can prevent blood from reaching the stomach or other parts of the body and may cause tears in the walls of the stomach. If your dog doesn’t receive immediate veterinary treatment, he or she may die. Bloat symptoms include swollen stomach, drooling, anxiety, pacing, inability to vomit, shortness of breath and rapid heartbeat. Your pet’s veterinarian can decrease pressure in the
of dilated cardiomyopathy include coughing, rapid breathing, weakness, fatigue and fainting. Medications may help control irregular rhythms and delay the progression of the disease or the development of congestive heart failure. Aortic stenosis is a condition that restricts blood flow to the heart due to a narrowed aorta. If your dog’s condition is mild, there may be no obvious signs. Dogs more severely affected may have trouble breathing, breathe rapidly or faint. Heart medications can be helpful for some dogs. In severe cases, cardiac catheterization may be recommended to widen narrowed areas.
Eyelid Conditions - Entropion
and ectropion can affect the eyelids of big dogs, causing pain and irritation. Eyedrops and ointments that protect the sensitive tissues of the corneas and the lining of the eyes can be helpful if your pet has a mild form of either condition. Surgery may be recommended for severe cases. Regular veterinary care helps you safeguard your big dog’s health. They will love you for it!
Dr. Austin Plummer, D.V.M. and his wife Samantha, with their St. Bernard, Olivia and Lab mix, Ajax!
Dr. Scot Trefz D.V.M , Medical Director & Owner , Bay Moorings Animal Hospital | 727 867 0118 3695 50th Ave. S. St. Petersburg 33711 | www.baymooringsanimalhospital.com facebook.com/baymooringsanimal hospitaldrtrefz
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BOATING SAFETY
America’s Boating Club of St. Petersburg By Roger Erb
Proudly Serving West Florida for 15 Years
Second Location Now Open at Tierra Verde Marina Resort 290 Suite B Madonna Blvd Tierra Verde, FL 33715
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Living in Florida provides us with a boating paradise.
With our weather we are able to enjoy our boats essentially year round. We have the advantage of eliminating the need of preparing our boat for winter storage and commissioning it prior to launch in the summer.
This means that many systems do not get any attention until they fail, which could result in stranding, sinking, or fire. This will certainly ruin your day. Before your planned vacation activities over Memorial Day or the Fourth of July a few simple checks will help ensure that your sterndrive or outboard are in top running shape.
Many boats get limited use and if they have been stored with partially filled gas tanks over time it is likely that water has condensed in the tank. To the extent possible inspect the tank checking the fuel lines and primer bulb. Eliminate the water and refill the tank with fresh gasoline. In any event ensure that a water-separating fuel filter is installed between the tank and the engine.
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Inspect the plug wires and replace the plugs. Replace engine-mounted fuel filters and
replace the zincs. Replace the raw water pump impellers and inspect and clean raw water strainers.
Inspect all electrical connections on the motor and battery. Clean all connections and apply anti-corrosive product to all connections. Test and charge the battery as needed. Check that all electronics function.
Should you be uncertain how to perform any of these measures check with a certified mechanic.
You should also get a Vessel Safety Check. The types of items checked are:
• Life Jackets • Registration and numbering • Navigation lights • Ventilation • Fire extinguishers • Distress signals (flares, horn, etc.) • Battery cover and connections To request a VSC go to: www.boating-StPete.org To further enhance your safety and peace of mind you should consider getting a contract for on-the-water towing. You can also add features such as coverage for trailering your boat. www.SeaTow.com www w www.SeaT www.SeaTow www.Sea www.Se www.S www. www.SeaTow.co www.SeaTow.c www.SeaTow. www.SeaTo w www.BoatUS.com/Towing www.BoatUS.com/Towin www.BoatUS.com/Towi www.BoatUS.com/Tow www.BoatUS.com/To www.BoatUS.com/ www.BoatUS.com www.BoatUS.co www.BoatUS.c www.BoatUS. www.BoatUS.com/T www.BoatUS ww www.BoatU www.Boat www.Boa www.Bo www.B www. www w
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FISHING
By Captain Mark & Dylan Hubbard HubbardsMarina.com at John’s Pass (727) 393-1947
“If you’re too busy to go fishing, you’re just too darn busy!” – Capt Wilson Hubbard
INSHORE - Snook, Pompano, and some Sheepshead and the occasional mackerel are being caught around Johns Pass. Most Snook are caught during the outgoing tide around the jetty and just north of the jetty using the Flairhawk style jigs, large swim baits, live pinfish or big green backs. Pompano really have heated nice conditions on the beach, when the waters are clear and calm the pompano really start to fire up chewing on live shrimp, fiddler crabs, or sand fleas. We are also catching them using Doc’s goofy jigs or Nekid ball jigs bounced along the sandy bottom along the jetty or beaches, when you bounce them you are just barely making it twitch, you don’t want it moving more than 4-6 inches off the bottom when it bounces. Mackerel love the casting spoons or gotcha plugs retrieved quickly or live green backs 3-4ft under a bobber or free lined into the pass. NEAR SHORE - Kingfish and mackerel bite is strong near shore. We are seeing plenty of them while trolling or flat line fishing during most any near-shore trip. Around 80-100 foot of water about 18-25 miles from shore we have been seeing big Mangrove Snapper on the live green backs or live pinfish. The live shrimp have been getting us plenty of Lane Snapper, Yellowtails and the occasional monster Hogfish out there in the deeper waters.
OFFSHORE - The 12-hour had a few Mangrove Snapper in the 6-8lb range on live pinfish that rivaled the ones caught during our 39- or 44hour trips. On 12-hour private charters Flying HUB 2 brought home nice Scamp Grouper, Red Grouper, Mangroves, Kingfish a few Blackfin Tuna and more! The fishing offshore is hot right now, but the weather has been tricky. The Dolphins are in very large pods right now hunting the plentiful Sheepshead, Black Drum and Mullet so it’s a great time to catch a relaxing cruise and enjoy the playful groups of dolphins and super clear back bay waters around Johns Pass at Hubbard’s Marina. https://hubbardsmarina.com/ dolphin-watching-cruises/ TAMPA BAY FERRY NEWS Spring is coming! Snorkeling is about to start back up after a long winter break, and the waters are gorgeous around Egmont key right now! The Tampa Bay Ferry by Hubbard’s Marina offers 10am & 11am ferry rides to the island You get three hours on the island after a 20-30 minute ride out and back to the island. For info on the Egmont Key ferry,visit https://hubbardsmarina.co m/egmont-key-ferry-cruise/ Shell key ferry trips starting DAILY from the boat ramp at Fort De Soto County Park at 10am, noon and 2pm and the final return time is 4pm! hubbardsmarina.com/shell-key-ferry/
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April 2019 Astrology Forecast
The New Moon in dynamic Aries on the 5th is just what we need to get started again; especially after the Mercury Retrograde cycle that just ended! The Sun and Moon start the lunar cycle with strong aspects of discipline and intensity to keep us on task and finish projects! Mercury, Venus and Neptune all in Pisces, are projecting creative, intuitive vibrations to assist our plans. Mid month on the 17th, Mercury will burst out of the retrograde shadow phase into fast paced Aries for quick thinking and decision making. Then a Full Pink Moon in relationship sign Libra on the 19th calls for a balance between diplomatic, refined feelings and quick, impulsive thoughts.
Just 3 days later romantic Venus enters Aries and joins Mercury! These two planets together in this sign are all for pleasure in the moment and enjoying the now! Variety is also on the menu as this pair likes a little of everything; keeping us restless and wanting im mediate results! But, on the 20th when the Sun moves along to slow, steady Taurus we start to look for quality, gain a bit of patience, and also become somewhat self-indulgent! The whole month long action planet Mars transits changeable Gemini and scatters our energy in many different directions. This energy assists us in multi-tasking but not into focusing or follow through. Enjoy the variety and each moment for what it brings. Travel near of far can be enlightening.
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ARIES: Your personal new year begins now; as you define yourself and work toward empowering your position in life! Soul searching will reveal your innermost desires. Partnerships and values are highlighted; balance.
LIBRA: Relationships begin a new cycle; family, personal needs must come first. Health improves; learn about less obvious solutions. Later partners are agreeable. You are in the Endings are sudden now. spotlight.
GEMINI: You are energized and ready for action! Future plans and growth is your focus as endings become easier. You are popular with superiors and active in career. Love, children, and fun is highlighted; unpredictable.
SAGITTARIUS: Love and fun bring new adventures but watch the budget! Work with partners instead of testing them. Home and family life is active; pleasant. Social life is in the spotlight; but focus shifts to unexpected duties.
TAURUS: You get inside yourself; explore beliefs and let go of old ideas. Get out and socialize; enjoy events, activities. Energy goes into earning; spending. Health and habits take the spotlight; break free of the outdated.
CANCER: New options in career or position may open up. Challenges with partner are addressed. You are busy behind the scenes. Travel is pleasant. Home and family matters surface; break free into the future.
LEO: Travel comes with obligations or for work. Learn about health issues, plan. Resources are varied and enhanced. Social life is energized; active! Everyday activities are your focus; conversations are revealing; informative.
VIRGO: A new financial plan that limits speculation is on your mind. Your partner is agreeable; easygoing. You work hard for position; goals. Income and spending is in the spotlight; new beliefs can radically change values.
SCORPIO: Workplace brings new options and health plans can get a romantic; idealistic. new start. Love is Watch resources and avoid speculation. Private life becomes focus. Partner has revelations; many breakthroughs.
CAPRICORN: New beginnings for home and family; you are ready to take on more. Conversations are many and enjoyable; but maybe not very clear. Spotlight falls on career with action on the job. Later relax and stay home. AQUARIUS: New themes in daily life may come with inner challenges. Income is enhanced with several options; but spend carefully. Energy goes into hobbies; fun! Focus on and learning travel as foundations fluctuate.
PISCES: Earning has new potential, You are tied to career and position. favored now; express yourself! Home the action is; projects. life is where Finances; resources are in the spotlight as you implement unique ideas.
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22 Cover Story - April 24 - Post Card Inn Wedding Showcase 24 It’s All About the FOOD & THE BRIDE at MADFISH 26 Remebering JUNE HURLEY YOUNG, a Renaissance Woman 33 SUN TAN ART CENTER Reception - NEW GAL in Town 34 DOWNTOWN CONCIERGE 45-61 Comprehensive Directory OF Local Shows, Events, More
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