Paradise NEWS June - July 2019 by Paradise News Magazine

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CONTENTS

COVER STORY

12 Sea Beyond Marine Group Opens Tierra Verde Office Eric & Karen Rae Brummett Open Sea Beyond Marine Group Yacht Brokerage at Port 32 Marina

20 Alden Beachfront Resort Celebrates a Half Century under Renfrow Family control.

FEATURES

28 PSTA’s Bus Rapid Transit Plan - It is still a moving target, but 60’ buses are out and the south terminal may be the park across from Dolphin Village Shopping Center.

BY STEVE TRAIMAN

44 Rebecca Penneys - RPPF brings budding concert pianists to Tampa Bay from around the world for three weeks they’ll never forget.

ENTERTAINMENT

61 Dining Out - Restaurant Recommendations for the Summer Crab Cakes to Salads and Sushi

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PHOTO PROVIDED BY VINCENT CIANCIOLA

PHOTO BY BOB SCHLESINGER

ST. PETERSBURG

15 Trading Up for Birthdays & Anniversaries at Diny Diamonds - BY PETER A. ROOS

PROFILES

25 Stop Standing in line for Plywood - ALL STATE STORM & Flood Control clearly has a better idea for window protection. BY PETER A. ROOS

LIFE in Paradise

37 Chill OUT - One of St. Pete Beach’s favorites rolls cateiring out. BY PETER A. ROOS

38 Shopping in the Heart of St. Pete Beach Stained glass artist & gallery owner Vincent Cianciola & multiple shopowner Cheryl West form part of the fabric of the Corey Area shpping district.

DEPARTMENTS PUBLISHERS LETTER ....6 LETTERS ......................7 KUDOS ........................8 TIDBITS ..................8-10 REAL ESTATE ...........16 CONSTRUCTION ........18 PROPERTY LAW .........24 LIFE IN PARADISE ......33 ENCOURAGEMENT ....34 ART NEWS ...........40-44 ARTS & LEISURE ...45-59 EVENTS ...............46-58 LIBRARY ....................60 FISHING ....................64 CLASSIFIED .........66-67 PLAYING AROUND ....69 ASTROLOGY ........68, 70

COVER PHOTO: Tropical Focus DIRECTION: Renee Roos

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GRAND CENTRAL DISTRICT Fergs

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 Art Expo Paradise Gifts Frog Pond

Nikko’s Dog Bar Sea Dog Brewery Vito & Michael’s 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 Chill Restaurant Beach Theatre Keller Williams Realty Coastal Cottage

TREASURE ISLAND Bilmar Hotel The Pearl TI & MB Chamber

T.I. Hardware ReMax Metro Clock Tower Bus Stop

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62 Legislative Updates Session Wrap Interview with State Rep. Jennifer Webb 63 Sheriff Gualtieri says “Be Prepared and Be Safe”

Sundial Shoppes Florida Jean Co Vinoy Hotel Holocaust Museum Florida CraftArt The Hangar Terminal

Kilwin’s Ice Cream Spice & Tea Exchange Chamber Kiosk Olde Fashioned Ice Cream

MADEIRA BEACH Century 21 Beggins Post Office Recreation Center City Hall Library

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From the Publishers

Volume 25 Number 6 • June/July 2019

We are celebrating with Eric and Karen Rae Brummett this issue, owners of Sea Beyond Marine Group, who have opened an office (ribbon cutting July 28) at Port 32 Marina at Tierra Verde. (just west of the Island Inn, and soon the new Tierra Verde Hotel.) We are also celebrating with our long-time friends Gary and Mary Ann Renfrow and Gary’s sisters Leigh Renfro and Jennifer Renfrow Ibarguen whose family has owned the All-Suite Alden Beachfront Resort on St. Pete Beach, one of the very few larger resorts still under local family ownership. Gary and I met over forty years ago when we were both consultants for the Tampa office of Laventhol and Horwath CPAs, then the 13th largest CPA firm in the world, and the undisputed leader in the hospitality industry. It is indeed an honor to help the Renfrows celebrate.

PUBLISHERS & EXECUTIVE EDITORS

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As part of Paradise NEWS’ 25th Anniversary outreach, 4800 residents in the highest income carrier routes in 33701 get a sample copy in the mail this month. That is part of our 25th Anniversary outreach program that mails a copy to a different community of prospective readers each issue. To keep them coming, please subscribe.See the enclosed flier. In our August/September issue, we are addressing the highest income half of 33702, October 33703, November 33704, and December 33705. We already mail 20,000 copies to 33706, parts of 33707, 33711, and 33715 every issue. Those readers are invited to subscribe to get a copy by mail 10 times each year for $22.50, (25% off the usual $30 annual subscription) using the subscription form supplied or onlin; yes, we are taking a small step toward joining the e-commerce evolution. Hit the “SUBSCRIBE” button at paradisenewsfl.com (Hopefully it will be working by the time you try.) If not, give us a call at 727-363-6888 or email us at sales@paradisenewsfl.com. Steve Traiman’s feature story this month is about PSTA’s latest effort to get us out of our cars and into their buses. St. Petersburg’s mayor Kriseman seems to be a co-conspirator who appeared willing to turn the left lanes of 1st Ave.’s N & S (all of our favorites for getting downtown and back) into lanes restricted for use by the occasional (every 15 minutes) bus to use. It may mean that Gulfport Blvd. will become the preferred route for more of us. For the fathers out there, we wish you all a Happy Father’s Day! July 4th Celebrations and Fireworks are covered under events on Page 52. Our second bi-monthly edition, the August-September issue, deadlines on July 15th!! It’s Turtle Egg Laying Season!

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LETTERS

I would like to express my deepest appreciation for the many kind words in your letters column, concerning my selection as the first recipient of the John Burke Memorial Award, presented by the Treasure Island Historical Society. I humbly accept this honor on behalf of the many fine organizations and individuals who have helped to make Treasure Island the fine community that it is today. - Julian W. Fant, Isle of Palms

I wanted to personally write and thank you for the huge article on Sacred Lands in your last issue. The peacock was very impressive and I am sure it drew more attention to the article. We did have a great concert by the Still Friends band from Punta Gorda. Thanks for all you do. - Shelley Eckert Sacred Lands Music Coordinator

I know I must have thanked you, over and over for the wonderful article you published following the tribute to our father "Peppy"; however, in packing up to move this week I came across the copy of your 2007 publication of Paradise News and since it was coincidentally

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Memorial Day Weekend, I just want to thank you again for your generous tribute to him. I know he covered you up with photos over the years and most of them are now at Gulf Beaches Historical Museum, but the Cover photo and the one on the end of the article shows it all about what things were like in 1956 when he arrived with our family here on St Pete Beach and took this cover photo at the Normandy Beach Hotel. It was actually used as the Florida Chamber of Commerce photo for Tourism for almost 10 years. His photographs we will never get to see were the recognizance photos he took during WWII on PT Boats off the islands in the Pacific and others while on the Mine Sweeper in the same Pacific arena. My best, - Judy Brett, SPB

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The Pass-A-Grille Beach Community Church will celebrate the 243rd birthday of America with a patriotic musical celebration Sunday, June 30th 10 am

Vina Del Mar resident Andy Loyst is the manager of the “Beach Bombers”, District Champions, undefeated in 33 games against other Pinellas County teams. Their home fields are Egan in St. Pete Beach and Tierra Verde fields; With 14 players age 13-16 from the South Beaches and a wonderful group of parents, assistants and coaches —- all volunteering their time to serve; they won the Florida District 5 Championship (Southern Pinellas County); undefeated with 33 wins & 0 losses vs. teams in Pinellas County; Over the last 2 years they were 52 wins, 2 losses and 1 tie. Andy says “we go by the Little League pledge: “I trust in God, I love my country and will respect its laws. I will play fair and strive to win, but win or lose I will always do my best.” Our team motto is: “Learn, Improve, Have Fun!” Sounds like we can all see some great baseball being played without even leaving the island. Andy can be reached by email at aloyst@aol.com.

The 5th annual “Let Freedom Ring” celebration will be in lieu of worship services that day. Under direction of Dale Williams, PAG Organist/Choir Director, and keyboardist with The Florida Orchestra, seven vocalists will perform renditions of “My Country ‘Tis of Thee” “Stars & Stripes Forever” “You’re Grand Old Flag” & other stirring patriotic songs.

No charge for this celebration and the presentation is sponsored by the Women’s Ministry. PASS-A-GRiLLE BEACH COMMUniTY CHURCH 107 16th Ave. St. Pete Beach. For information on this and other church activities, call the church office, 727-360-5508 or visit www.pagchurch.org. ParadiseNewsFL.com |

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TIDBITS Sushi Rock Grill has opened at the Isla Del Sol Shoppers Village. They are open Mon – Fri for lunch 11-2 and everyday for dinner 5-9:30 or so. There is a coupon in their ad on page 27 for a FREE appetizer, good until July 31. Bay News 9 email addresses will be changing in the near future. They encourage us to continue to share press releases, story ideas, photographs, videos and breaking news tips to their new email addresses… desk@charter.com tips@charter.com phoneCam9@charter.com. Upham Beach nourishment project took placethis month. Sand replacement on north end of St. Pete Beach. Norfolk Dredging, which constructed the Sand Key and Treasure Island projects last year, re- nourished Upham Beach at the north end of St. Pete Beach. Equipment mobilization will start soon, and nourishment is set to begin the last

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week of May. Sand placement will be from north to south, with about 700 feet fenced off around the active work area. Sand for the project will be dredged from Blind Pass. For information, visit pinellascounty.org/ uphambeach2019/default.htm . Hurricane Preparedness If you have ever had to stand in line for plywood to prepare for a storm, you might be well off to call Carson Munsey at All State Storm Panels and Flood Control. His super strong but super light panels will do the job year after year without making the house into a dungeon. Call 727-400-1080 email info@stormandflood.com or visit StormAndFlood.com Pet Friendly Shelters Pinellas County pet owners have new options when it comes to pet-friendly emergency shelters. The Pinellas County School Board and Pinellas County government provide these three

The Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce Names Tourism Person of the Year Dannette Lynch (in

red) has worked with Florida Restaurant & Lodging Assoc. for 12 years. She was Hospitality Education Director at the St. Petersburg-Clearwater Area CVB for 8 years prior. Danette is framed by chamber CEO Robin Miller to her right and last year’s winner Maryann Ferenc of Mise en Place and Dewey Deck and soon The Berkeley in Pass-a-Grille. Prior winners include Commissioner John Morroni, Tony Satterfield, Tim Bogott, Clyde Smith, Keith Overton, Gregg Nicklaus, Frank Chivas, Steve Westphal, the Renfrow & Nicklaus Families.

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pet-friendly shelter locations. Palm Harbor High School 1900 Omaha St., Palm Harbor Largo High School 410 Missouri Ave. N., Largo Gibbs High School 850 34th St. S., St. Petersburg The facilities are substantiallybuilt, have large indoor gyms, and separate air handlers to ensure the comfort and safety of allergic citizens who shelter there. If you are able, please download a registration form , complete it, and bring it with you to a pet-friendly shelter pinellascounty.org/ animalservices/pdf/ ASHurPrep Summer Volunteer Opportunity for High School Students Friday from 9am - noon Tampa Bay Watch has an opportunity for high school students (minimum age of 15 years old) to volunteer with us over the summer. The program will take place on Fridays from June 14 through August 9 (There will not be a session on July 5) at our facility in Tierra Verde. Usually there is a group

of ten students and one of our staff who leads an environmental project such as cleaning fishing line, cleaning a shoreline, or planting marsh grasses. Advanced registration is required by emailing full name of student, the dates that student is available and cell phone number to rarndt@tampabaywatch.org St. Pete Catalyst presented the first Tech Catalyst award to St. Petersburg Mayor Rick Kriseman. JoeHamilton, Catalyst publisher, presented the award to Kriseman during powered UP, Tampa Bay Tech’s technology festival, an afternoon of keynotes & panel discussions taking a deep dive into technology. The award is designed to recognize an individual who makes a difference in the community, challenges norms and illustrates innovative thinking, said Jill St. Thomas, executive director of Tampa Bay Tech. Kriseman called on the soldout crowd at the Duke Energy For The Arts Mahaffey Theater

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60-plus to the SPB Library May 19 for the launch of her newest book, “My Ex-Best Friend’s Wedding.” Library Clerk Bonnie Traiman (R) who just marked 18 years on the job, won the auction to have her name in Wendy’s next book, due early 2021.

Below - The PCi Resort cut a ribbon on May 17th on $5 million of resort improvements and to officially open P.S. Grind, their new open lobby coffee and breakfast shop, proudly serving local Kahwah coffee. Get your FIRST CUP FREE with the coupon at the bottom of the facing page. Free parking is provided.

By Peter Roos to continue to foster innovation in the area. “I want to encourage all of you to seek out opportunities to mentor a young student who wants to be successful in the technology industry. Your investment in their growth & development could mean the difference between a young person seeking out a career in technology or finding themselves on a different path,” Kriseman said. “If we work at it we can keep the innovative spirit that drives the Tampa Bay technology boom going by inspiring the next generation.” Gulfport Fresh Market on Beach Blvd. S. Every Tuesday 9 am-2 pm With a roster of over 70 vendors, you will find a wide variety of products, including but not limited to, ready-to-eat and take-home foods, fresh produce, plants, herbs, jewelry, teas, art, clothing and live music. facebook.com/gulfport freshmarket City of Gulfport and Legion Post 125 celebrate FLAG DAY June 14, - 10 am in Veteran’s Park, 5130 31st Ave. South in Gulfport. Special guests include Soprano Catherine Bassett & the New Horizon’s Band of Gulfport. The City of Madeira Beach has begun its search for a permanent replacement for outgoing City Manager Jonathan Evans. The search will be conducted nationwide utilizing several platforms including the city’s website, the International City/County Management Association (ICMA), the Florida City and County Management Association (FCCMA), Florida League of Cities, social media, statewide, regional & local publications. Mr. Evans tendered his resignation on Thursday, May 9, 2019. The terms of his employment contract call for him to remain on the job for no longer than 60 days following his resignation. Upon submitting his

resignation Mr. Evans also laid out the following schedule for hiring a new City Manager: May 17, 2019 – Post position & job advertisement. Tuesday, June 11, 2019 – Commissioners will review applications and resumes and may short list their top 5 candidates. Tuesday, June 25, 2019, – Commissioners will host public interviews of the top five candidates. Wednesday, June 26, 2019 – The Board of Commissioners will convene to rank the candidates. After this is concluded and a candidate is selected, contract negotiations will commence. July 9, 2019 – The Board of Commissioners will approve an employment contract with the new city manager. Mr. Evans last day is July 9. ANTE UP for a Great Time Glitz, glamour, and casinostyle gaming is on Saturday, August 10, starting with a social hour at 6 pm, gaming at 7 pm - The Club at Treasure Island, 400 Treasure Island Causeway. Admission $60/person buys $5,000 in fun money for those who purchase their tickets by July 31. After August 1, a $60 ticket includes just $2,500. Casino style games include Black Jack, Texas Hold ’Em, Roulette, Craps, and Slot Machines. Entertainment is provided throughout, and attendees can have their photographs taken with Las Vegas Showgirls. At the end of the evening, dealers will cash out chips for raffle tickets that can be used to bid on a variety of prizes. Participants are encouraged to dress in the glitz of a Las Vegas theme, or “come as you are.” A silent auction is also scheduled. – Media Sponsor – $500 Includes sponsor’s ad featured as the Chamber’s Facebook Header for one week; company logo on all advance media promotions; logo on website, in the weekly WAVES e-newsletter, on the printed program, and

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By Peter Roos complimentary tickets and $8,000 in gaming fun money. Prize Donors ($100 min value) To join the fun, call the TI Madeira Beach Chamber of Commerce at 727-360-4121 or send an e-mail to news @islandneighborschamber.org

Gulfport History Museum reopened After months of renovation following last year’s Labor Day fire, the museum is in beautiful shape and officially open to the public. Gulfport Historical Society(GHS)'s plans for the coming year include ongoing efforts to digitize and preserve

Gulfport's town records, The exhibit, The Gabber: 50 Years of Hyper-local News will be on display. The Museum is open Mon. - Friday 2-4 pm, Saturday 10 am – Noon. Dogs and well-behaved children are always welcome. Admission is free but donations are lovingly appreciated. PN

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The Entrepreneurial Academy is a one-night a week program for ten weeks, twice a year to give budding entrepreneurs a clue about the many aspects of starting and running your own business. Organized by the St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce and the City of St. Petersburg and housed at the Greenhouse, it is led by long-time moderator Barry Foster (EveryOneNeedsACoach.com, at far right) and sponsored by Florida Print Solutions, represented by its president/CEO Danielle Findley, far left. Each night a meal was provided, and the restaurateur spoke about their career. Then Barry asked “Who did something entrepreneurial this week?” After a thought-provoking quote for the night, experts volunteered their time

Mr. Chris Ateek, Principal of Madeira Beach Fundamental School, stated that the student’s reading skyrocketed this year following last year’s presentation of bicycles to top readers in each class and Barnes & Noble gift cards to runners up. Gulf Beach Masonic Lodge 14020 Marguerite Dr. in Madeira Beach, plans on continuing this program well into the future and encourages other organizations and groups to support their local schools. Those interested in more info about Freemasonry can visit the Lodge or it’s website at gulfbeachlodge.org

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to educate the rest of us. Each night dealt with a different subject, like research, business planning, brief introductions, legal, accounting, marketing. Both the class and the members of it were inspiring to me. Although I had earned a marketing degree and a Master of Business from USF, that was 40 years ago. I have to say the class was worth far more than the $399 fee, especially with a year of chamber membership, $250 of Tampa Bay Times advertising and 10 excellent meals included. Graduation was held at Pinellas Ale Works, where we heard from Mayor Kriseman, Chamber head Chris Steinocher and the keynote speaker Kyle Taylor, a young St. Pete entrepreneur whose “penny hoarder” website has gone viral online.

Tim & Gina Johnson cut the ribbon to officially open the doors of their new office of Waterfront Realty in Madeira Beach. They and their team hosted a full house of Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce members, ambassadors, and guests on May 16th and then did it again for their family of clients the following day. When they were featured on the cover of the May issue, the office was a construction site, but less than three weeks later, it was completed beautifully, just in time for the ribbon cutting. Congratulations to Tim & Gina and to Jack Bennett of Bennett Custom Building whose next project may be a Slyce Pizza in St. Pete Beach.

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Smooth Sailing The St. Petersburg area has more good boating water – and good boating weather — than anywhere else in the U.S. There is water just right for every boating taste including power cruising, sailing, offshore fishing, inshore fishing, scuba diving, water skiing, wakeboarding and personal water crafting. To the west is the Gulf of Mexico. To the south is Boca Ciega Bay. To the east is Tampa Bay, including protected bays, marinas and natural anchorages like Riviera Bay, Coffee Pot Bayou and Big Bayou. Add in 40 or so miles of the Intracoastal Waterway running north and south between the mainland and Gulf barrier islands, with many convenient “passes” to and from the open water. Plus, there are about 200 miles of deep-water residential canals for sightseeing and fishing. Also, factor in famous 2,500-acre Lake Tarpon. Bass anglers know it as the lake that at one time held the state black bass record of more than 19 pounds.

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The St. Petersburg-Clearwater area also boasts hundreds of miles of clear, shallow kayaking water, including marked kayak/canoe trails through the celebrated mangrove forest “tunnels” at Caladesi Island State Park near Dunedin and Weedon Island Preserve near St. Petersburg. The St. Petersburg area has earned its reputation as America’s boating and sailing capital. Boaters agree. Pinellas County has more registered boats than any other Florida county. There is a saying that the happiest days in a boat owner’s life are the day he or she buys one and the day he or she sells it. The bigger the boat, the bigger the risk that you could be buying someone else’s problem, so you need a boat broker you can trust whether you are buying or selling. Sea Beyond Marine Group has taken over Galati’s space at the Tierra Verde Resort Marina, now called Port 32 Marina, doubled the size, and decorated it all in plush décor from Restoration Hardware, including a centerpiece bar that appears made

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out of a wine keg with glass, mirrors and heavy metal hinges. A resident of Florida for nearly 20 years, Eric Brummett, owner, broker, captain and drone pilot knows the waters up and down the west coast of Florida. He lives in St. Petersburg with his wife, Karen, co-owner and managing partner of Sea Beyond Marine Group and owner of Karen Rae Advertising (KarenRae.com), step-daughters, Hannah Kate and Sophia Rae & two seaworthy dogs, Charlotte and Bella. They enjoy frequent visits from his two adult daughters, Chelsea, Manager of VIP Events, and Haley, owner of Free 2 Go Pets (@Free2GoPets) a pet walking and sitting service in St. Petersburg. When Eric and Karen are not in the office or out showing or scouting new boats, you’ll often find them anchored at the local sandbar with loved ones, colleagues, friends, and neighbors. A member of International Yacht Brokers Association (IYBA), Eric learned the ins and outs of boating from his father, who was a yacht

captain who served the Coast Guard during World War II. Eric spent 34 years in the telecommunications industry before turning his lifelong passion for boats into a second career. After establishing himself as a reputable yacht & boat broker, Eric and Karen launched their own Yacht Brokerage Firm, Sea Beyond Marine Group. Sea Beyond Marine Group offers yachts for sale and boats for sale worldwide. Luxury Yachts, Express Cruisers, Sport Fishing Boats, Center Console Boats & MORE! No matter what your boating needs are, Eric and Karen Brummett (@EricYachtBroker) and their team are committed to finding their clients exactly what they are looking for at the best possible price. Sea Beyond Marine Group is your yacht brokerage firm of choice to list & sell. If you are a seller: • They’ll provide a free assessment of the market value of your vessel. • They‘ll coach you regarding the proper pricing strategy and neces-

sary improvements for best return. • They‘ll take dozens of professional photos and choose those that best represent your boat or yacht. • They’ll provide detailed and accurate copywriting for your ads. • They‘ll advertise on all of the major marine retailing websites, and even alternative sites, such as Craigslist, Forums and eBay, if it is consistent with your marketing strategy. • They encourage co-brokerage opportunities with outside firms. • You will benefit from their central position in a large network of brokerage firms that have come to trust and respect their business practices from A to Z. • They ‘ll supervise the entire contract, survey and closing process. If you are a buyer: • They'll assess the value of the vessel you desire and make a reasonable offer based on comps and negotiate the best price on your behalf. • They'll have a surveyor of your choice inspect the vessel and do a sea trial and accompany them on the day of the survey and sea trial. • They'll close quickly via wire transfer of funds and assist with all registration and documentation needs.

• You'll sit back and relax throughout the entire process while they handle everything on your behalf! Financing programs are available for new, used, brokerage, refinance and private party purchases Sea Beyond Marine Group works with the most knowledgeable and reputable lending sources in the industry. Sea Beyond Difference: Sea Beyond Marine Group’s mission is to provide their clients with the best boat buying or selling experience possible by always acting with integrity and following through on their commitment to both the buyer and seller. Their goal is to develop loyal clients by providing 100% client satisfaction and they'll do whatever it takes to make that happen. Eric and Karen Brummett, owners of Sea Beyond Marine Group, are committed to aggressively marketing on all major marketing fronts: Print Advertising, Direct Mail, Internet Marketing, Email Marketing, Boat Shows, and Public Relations. ParadiseNewsFL.com |

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Eric and Karen do not sit around waiting for the phone to ring; they are committed to giving their yacht listings the right exposure. With a focus on technology and a multi-channel marketing approach, Sea Beyond Marine Group, goes the extra mile to get your boat or yacht noticed. Sea Beyond Marine Group Online Reviews: Although the brokerage is new, there are plenty of 5-star reviews on Google and Facebook from both buyers and sellers raving about the service they got from Eric and his team. For instance: Steve Booth posted on Facebook “We had looked at several boats, one of

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which was represented by Eric. He was the difference in our decision to purchase his listing. Absolutely genuine and trustworthy with a can-do attitude! I highly recommend Eric!” Andrew Boechler posted on Google “Eric did a fantastic job of selling our Tiara Sovran 4400. We are very happy with the outcome. Eric went above and beyond the call of duty to properly show our vessel and was able to negotiate a price that was very satisfactory. He is a very good communicator and we were constantly getting updates as to the progress of the sale. We highly recommend Eric if you are in the market to buy or sell a yacht.” PN

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Trading Up for Anniversaries & Birthdays by Peter A. Roos Beverly Diny is our resident island diamond expert, jewelry designer and re-designer. She opened her jewelry shop, Diny’s Diamonds, in the shadow of the Treasure Island clock tower in 2015.

“Our little corner of Paradise is blessed by having many happy couples in long relationships. It is not always the first marriage that lasts, but it is wonderful when significant milestones are reached.”

While Beverly loves to sell diamonds, she realizes that to run an island business and live an island lifestyle you have to cater to both residents and visitors alike. To thrive, you have to provide a service that cannot be had nearby on the mainland.

One of the greatest pleasures in my work is helping people celebrate the milestones in their lives, graduations, birthdays, anniversaries, promotions, retirement, essentially any time that bears celebrating is a great time to consider adding a piece or upgrading something you already cherish to make it even more special.”

Beverly has found her special niche in the beach communities is redesigning jewelry, often upgrading cherished pieces for birthdays or anniversaries.

This time each year Beverly creates and distributes a jewelry catalog for people looking for a new treasure.

Paste this in your browser and take a gander. flipbook. ajewelrywish.com/books/kzaz “If you see something you like, remember we have some terrific financing plans available, so nothing is out of the question,” Beverly told Paradise NEWS. Beverly is open 10am to 5:30pm T-F and Saturday 11am-3pm at her shop at 130 107th Ave., Treasure Island 33706 Visit -DinyFlorida.com for info. Feel free to call or text her at 727-513-DINY (3469) for a convenient time when she can give you her undivided attention or just stop in to shop for a gift for yourself, a friend or a loved one.

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REAL ESTATE ADVICE

By Jim Beggins, Broker

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Time To Think About Hurricane Season Again

CONSTRUCTION

In past articles, I’ve written about what new homes offer today with the increased Florida and Federal Building codes. As an industry in Florida, we are constructing homes that meet or exceed the 150mph wind speeds, to insure the best amount of safety and security for new homes. Some homes can be retrofitted to add some of these features, yet other homes remain susceptible to high tides and severe water damage. What can be done today for the homes along our beautiful coastal island communities?

Everyone is now aware that hurricane resistant windows and doors should be a “must” for any home. Those are the areas that will be first to fail when the high wind and water comes our way. Also, although pilings cannot be installed in existing homes with any practicality, they are very helpful in keeping the stability of the home sound, especially along the beaches. Then as I have mentioned in the past, the most important item for homes is that they are raised above FEMA standards, to keep the flood waters from destroying the home and ruining furnishings. Sorry, but as I see homes playing FEMA’s 50% Rule game, I can’t help but wonder why families are investing hundreds of thousands of dollars to re-build a home on grade. Not a good investment or decision! Many of our home customers today are inquiring about whole house generators for their new homes. Linda and I are installing a

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generator in our new home, as it makes sense to protect against power failure, especially if you live in beach communities where power is the most likely to fail during a storm. A natural or propane gas system that fuels the generator can actually have enough power for the entire home, including air conditioning. I’m told by the gas company, that they do not turn off the gas after a storm, as it is necessary for hospitals and other first responder needs. Sure, a gas generator can be temporarily used from your garage for the refrigerator

this is in my memory 67 years later, but I guess it rang a bell in terms of building a home substantial enough to keep that “Big Bad Wolf” from destroying a home.

Our wolf is the potential Florida hurricane. We all know it’s coming, but we can’t predict what year we will experience it. I just returned from a trip to the British Virgin Islands a few weeks ago, and in addition to the devastating pictures that I saw on TV, there are still many signs of the devastation caused by the strength of the wind and water there from Irma and Maria. Very eye-opening. These storms are massive and life changing!

If you are thinking about remodeling or building a new home, maybe some of the items listed above might give you cause to reflect on what items you want to consider.

and a few lights, but having the entire home uninterrupted after a storm is a major plus. As I write these thoughts on building a strong home, it’s funny, but I remember one of the favorite books that my mother read to me was the “3 Little Pigs.” I don’t know why

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Alden Suites Beach Front Resort CELEBRATES 50 YEARS OF WOW

ant to know a little more about how the Alden came to be the beautiful resort that she is today?

To help celebrate 50 years of ownership by the Renfrow family, they and long time guests have been digging through files of old advertisements, postcards, and newsletters, uncovering many fun photos and historical treasures. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; by Peter Roos 20

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Alden Suites Beachfront Resort was born in 1954 when the original developer built 40 cottages on roughly 3 acres of gulf front land along St. Petersburg Beach in unincorporated Pinellas County. Three years later the city of St. Petersburg Beach consolidated the cities of Pass-a-Grille, Don Cesar Place and Belle Vista, to become its current size. St. Petersburg Beach was already a popular tourist mecca by then. In 1963 Ripley’s Believe It or Not opened Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum on Gulf Blvd. across the street from the beach motels at 55th Ave. The following year, in 1964, the St. Petersburg Beach Aquatarium (aka Shark World) opened on the beach between 64th and 67th Avenues. For more than a dozen years the largest saltwater pool in the world hosted performing dolphin shows, including one of the highest jumpers in captivity, a zoo and lots more.

In 1965, Florida cattleman turned hotelier, Gilbert ‘Gil’ Fortune, purchased the 71-room Alden. Fortune also owned the Normandy and the Odyssey hotels at that time, just south of the Alden, which ultimately became the Tradewinds Resort. Fortune added another 20 gulf front units to the Alden in early 1969, now called the “Lanai Building.” Robert P. Renfrow was at that time a very successful developer of low income, elderly housing projects, through sponsorship and affiliation with HUD and various co-sponsors, like the Catholic Diocese, Goodwill Industries, and many others. He was in essence, a “consultant” on these projects and was in great demand with many organizations who desired to develop multi-family housing projects throughout the southeast United States. Robert and his wife Gennifer Renfrow took the profits from that business and invested in the now 91-unit Alden Motel & Apartments in May 1969 with investor, Dr. Sydney Nathans. ParadiseNewsFL.com | JUNE/JULY 2019

In 1973, with Renfrow’s brother in law Robert Featherstone as a new investor, Dr. Nathans was paid off and Renfrow bought two acres of vacant land just north of the Alden property, for $200,000. (Gulf front land on St. Pete Beach now sells for $3 - $4 million/acre). Renfrow hired a husband-wife management team to live on property and run the day-to-day business. Eventually, they bought into the ownership group. A six-story, 42-unit all-suite building was erected on the newly-purchased land, three stories in 1978 and three more stories in 1981. In 1984, replacing almost all of the original cottage-style units, another six story, 45-unit “Nassau Building,” was built along with a second swimming pool and two elevated tennis courts with parking below. In 1994, the city’s name was officially abbreviated to “St. Pete Beach.” The Cabana Beach Bar was added, along with the Fountain Court Conference Room, two new hot tubs, and the BBQ grill deck, in 1995. Six years later, in 2001, Robert Renfrow passed away at just 72 years old after a battle with cancer. Prior to his death, he named his son, R. Gary Renfrow, then 42, the new president of Alden Enterprises, Inc. Gary had spent his entire adult life working in the hotel industry, as well as with an international accounting firm that specialized in hotel market consulting. Gary hired Anthony “Tony” Satterfield as the new General Manager in 2003. Satterfield was eventually promoted to Vice President of Operations and a Corporate Officer. He is still there. In 2012-2013 a new 12-person hot tub was added, and the Snappers Oasis Food Trailer opened. Family ownership and pride are part of what have kept the Alden up-to-date with six-figure renovation budgets. Gary and Mary Ann (photo below) have been very active in St. Pete Beach, in the Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce, and in our mutual favorite charity, Tampa Bay Watch. Tony Satterfield has been an active voice on the local tourist development council for over a decade. Both Satterfield and the Renfrow family are recipients of the Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce’s greatest honor, “Tourism Person of the Year.” When Gennifer Renfrow passed away in 2015, the new majority owners became daughters Leigh

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Renfrow and Jennie Renfrow Ibarguen, along with Gary and Mary Ann Renfrow. In 2018, through a comprehensive renovation effort, the remaining original cottage units were converted into seven all-new beautifully appointed beach bungalows. In 2019 the Alden Suites Beachfront Resort celebrates 50 years of ownership by the Renfrow family with a year-long #ALDENWOW50 celebration. To commemorate this major milestone the Alden Suites Beachfront Resort has launched a year long Golden Anniversary campaign that invites guests to celebrate the many things they love about the Alden. Among the celebratory activities launching this month are an inspiring video series; a new social media campaign, #ALDENWOW50; a photo contest, a new mural and lots of special Golden Giveaways. It all leads up to the big Alden Family Reunion set for November 9, where longtime guests will gather from all over the world to celebrate the big anniversary. Gary Renfrow, president of Alden Suites Beachfront Resort, shares: “So many families return to the Alden year after year to celebrate reunions, weddings, birthdays, and holidays. We’re inviting them all to join us in a big celebration, the ultimate Alden Family Reunion to celebrate 50 years of memories.” Live music, food and drinks, entertainment and special surprises will make for an unforgettable celebration on the beach. “Here in St. Pete Beach you can have a huge resort experience, if that is what you came here for, or you can have a family run establishment for 50 years, and it feels like home. This is a slice of Old Florida, that is just cool in its own way, that doesn’t even need description, it’s something that’s vanishing but the Renfrows maintain it, they keep that spirit alive. To preserve something like this and to keep it magical, takes a special energy and a special family, and for that we are very appreciative” noted David Downing, then president and CEO of Visit St. Pete Clearwater. Tony Satterfield, vice president of operations at the Alden Beachfront Resort adds “At the end of the day,

if we drive up and down this beach, we’ve all got great beaches, we’ve got great hotels here. What really makes the difference is the staff. I am fortunate to have an executive team, starting with the owners, that really has a commitment to customer service. If you take a look at our TripAdvisor reviews, you will see time and again individual employees and what they did outside of the norm to make our guests’ stays wonderful. We’re so grateful to our dedicated team of employees.”

The photo contest amongst long time guests resulted in the subject for the new mural, which was created by the Mural Club from the Pinellas County Visual Arts program at Gibbs High School. ‘The Alden Beachfront Resort is now a majority women-owned business,” pointed out Mary Ann Renfrow, including amongst its ownership group: Leigh Renfrow, Jennifer Renfrow Ibarguen, Mary Ann Renfrow, Margot Boyd and Dr. Geetha Kamath. The 50th Anniversary celebration began in January 2019, and continues throughout the year, with different elements each month. Giveaways, charity highlights, contests, and exclusive vacation packages are bringing the fun to each and every Alden guest, and to the local community. Golden chocolates and golden beach bags will be gifted to guests as they check in during selected months. Random Acts of Celebration will select lucky guests to receive free water sports, dinners, cruises, and more. All of the latest news about their monthly celebrations are available on the blog aldenwow.com.

service and convenience of gulf-front hotel living, all for a price that provides more memorable vacation moments per dollar. For reservations and more information, visit aldenbeachresort.com or call 727.360.7081. Stay connected and up-to-date on resort specials by following Alden Suites on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (@aldensuites), and the hashtag #aldenwow. It is the perfect place for a staycation. PN Tell them you read about them in Paradise NEWS! Visit aldenwow.com for more historic photos and facts about the Alden.

The property is having another GREAT YEAR but rooms are still available most weeknights. With magnificent, sweeping views of the Gulf of Mexico and oversized, fully equipped suites, Alden Suites Beachfront Resort delivers vacation “Wows” unlike any other on St. Pete Beach. The TripAdvisor® Award of Excellence and Traveler’s Choice award winning resort offers the perfect combination of relaxation, recreation and value. Guests enjoy the ParadiseNewsFL.com |

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PROPERTY LAW

Travels through Property Law By Tom Brodersen, Esq.

WHOLISTIC ESTATE PLANNING complications in carrying out your intent. A wholistic approach to estate planning takes all of these things into account, and more. Such planning takes into consideration current tax law, the rules and requirements of various benefit programs, and experience with specific strategies to achieve your goals.

Estate planning can mean many different things. Each of us is in a unique situation personally, financially and professionally. We all have different sources of income as well as assets, both real and personal, whether we are working or retired. In addition, each person’s family structure and dynamics are different. Despite all these differences, wholistically approaching estate planning will fully address every question you may have and ensure your piece of mind in the event of physical or mental incapacitation, whether temporary or permanent, and will assure your assets will ultimately be distributed in accordance with your wishes.

and preservation of eligibility for assistance with nursing home and other medical care. You may also have specific wishes regarding end of life planning as well as practical considerations about sharing treatment information during times of medical challenge.

We all have different needs and goals. For some people, estate planning may entail writing a simple will to direct the distribution of one’s estate. For others, avoiding the time and expense of probate may be avoided with a trust. Regardless of the route you choose a wholistic estate plan may include, among other things, retirement planning, asset protection, tax avoidance

Once your questions are addressed, your estate planning documents spell out who is going to carry out your goals. You may designate who will care for your minor children. Once in place, you will still need to stay in touch with your estate planning advisors as life circumstances may change, such as marital status or additional heirs. Also, assets, real and personal, often change. We’ve seen many plans go astray based on spontaneous decisions to change titles, etc., that caused unnecessary

We have three thoughtful lawyers on our staff that do estate planning. Each one focuses on the big picture, and they take a team approach to helping you bring predictability and stability to your future. Going through the process of determining your needs, goals, options and most appropriate methods to achieve them gives you the peace of mind of knowing that you are not missing something that will cost you or your family unnecessary time and money in the future, and the satisfaction of knowing that you are truly prepared and have a comprehensive, wholistic estate plan in place. ANDERSON & BRODERSEN, P.A., 350 Corey Avenue, St. Pete Beach, FL 33706, (727) 363-6100 PropertyLawGroup.com

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Debate Continues over PSTA Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Project To Gulf Beaches STORY by STEVE TRAIMAN After the May 28 St. Pete Beach Commission workshop dedicated to the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) Bus Rapid Transportation (BRT) project, just before the regular Commission meeting, the Commission decided: 28

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The Commission will let the PSTA have 15 minutes at the June 11 meeting for its updated BRT presentation; however, no decision will be made at that time. The presentation will be posted online at stpetebeach.org for all residents' access.

The May 28 workshop gave many residents the opportunity to give their views on the BRT with some positive and many more negative. The Commission then decided that the best option was to have any BRT and CAT buses terminate service to the City at either the mini-bus terminal at 75th Street just west of Gulf Blvd. or at the County Beach Access Park across from the Dolphin Village. The City would take over all local transport service south on Gulf Blvd. to Pass-a-Grille, using an up to

9-passenger electric shuttle service, backstopped by the local free beach ride services. A decision as to whether to pass the resolution opposing the BRT project or negotiate an Inter local agreement with PSTA would be on the July 9 Commission meeting agenda. Brief BRT History For years, St. Pete Beach officials have told transit officials they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t support paying for a bus rapid transit system connecting their beaches to downtown St. Petersburg. The forceful message stretches back until at least October 2016, when residents and commissioners declined to grant the PSTAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S request to support its 11-mile bus route proposal. (Tampa Bay Times, March 29, 2019).

But in 2017 when the county transit authority began seeking a $20 million federal grant for the $41-million project that would include 60-ft-long, articulated buses, the proposed financial plan included St. Pete Beach contributing $1.5 million. St. Pete Beach’s proposed share, combined with $5 million from the county bus agency and $4 million from St. Petersburg, helped the Central Avenue Bus Rapid Transit proposal reach a key threshold: All applicants for federal money must have 25% of the project covered by local funds. “We told them well over a year now that we haven’t committed to any money and I doubt that we ever would,” Mayor Alan Johnson said this past March 28. “They’re misrepresenting our financial involvement, and they have been for a long time.” On March 12 the City Commission directed staff to draft a resolution opposing the project and declaring the city has repeatedly requested the transit authority stop misrepresenting its financial commitment. But officials tabled a vote on the resolution after PSTA director of project management, Abhishek Dayal, emailed asking to address the commission and agreeing to “immediately adjust all grant documents and other assumptions to show no financial funding from the city.” Working with new SPB City Manager Alex Rey, the PSTA’s Dayal provided key changes and the resulting Inter local Agreement was to come up for discussion and possible approval at the May 14 SPB Commission meeting. Commission Meeting & Workshop At the May 14 Commission meeting, after many audience comments against the entire project, the Commission agreed that many residents had little knowledge about the program and tabled any

decision until after a key Workshop set for Tuesday. May 28, starting at 4pm before the 6 pm Commission meeting. SPB Mayor Al Johnson told Paradise News, “The feedback not only from the audience, but from residents subsequent to the meeting, has been universally negative. Some of it is based on misinformation, some not. Generally, folks are against the 60-foot buses and losing lanes on Gulf Blvd. to bus-only use - both of which won’t happen and the latter issue was never proposed by PSTA. “I share the primary question I’m being asked by residents... ‘What is the purpose of the project?’ I would like to see what the current ridership numbers are, what is the current ridership capacity and what will be the capacity of ridership once the BRT is put in place? Since the capacity is going to be increased (I assume), what is the expected ridership? Where is the increase in ridership supposed to come from? “These are all questions that I would like answered, and I suspect the rest of the Commission would too. City Manager Rey added, “The earlier issue of the Cabrillo Street easement for a bus turnaround/layover and shuttle facility is off the table now, and PSTA is looking at turning the buses around at the Beach Access County Park or the 75 th Street mini-bus terminal. This will remove the two most controversial issues” PSTA Response to Key Questions Prior to the May 28 Workshop, PSTA spokesman Dayal offered these clarifications to many of the prior Commissioners’ and residents’ comments: The BRT project addresses the growing mobility needs in the corridor. Year after year, more residents, workers and tourists are coming to our region and

specifically Pinellas County to visit, live and work. The project provides for a cost-effective and reliable way to move more people from one end of the county to another while helping to mitigate congestion growth. Ridership numbers developed as part of the analysis indicate more than 4,700 average daily riders on the project. That’s more than 32,000 riders a week. Currently, the Central Avenue Trolley (CAT) ridership averages approximately 2,500 daily riders per day. We used the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) recommended ridership forecasting model to develop these estimates back in 2017. The model factors in ridership on existing bus service, population and employment around the proposed stations to generate expected ridership, with the BRT service. As to the proposed level of service, the existing CAT service will be reduced from operating every 20 minutes (3 buses an hour) to every 30 minutes (2 buses an hour) during the day when BRT begins service. BRT service will operate every 15 minutes (4 buses an hour) during the day (from 6 am to 8 pm). From 8 pm to midnight, the proposed service will operate every 30 minutes (2 buses an hour). With the increased service on the corridor, the total ridership (the sum total of BRT and CAT service) is expected to be 6,500 per day, which is an increase of about 4,000 daily riders from the current 2,500 per day on CAT. 2,000 of these riders are expected to be “choice” riders, which means they choose to ride the bus rather than driving. Again, this helps reduce traffic congestion and makes our streets safer. The additional ridership would be a combination of residents, workers and tourists (depending on the location of the station). ParadiseNewsFL.com |

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The proposed agreement with the city of St Pete Beach affirms: the use of a regular 40-foot bus for a period of no less than 3 years. No dedicated or semi-dedicated lanes proposed along Gulf Boulevard for this project – and that was never considered but rather misinformation about the project. While Gulf Blvd is owned and maintained by FDOT, we don’t believe it is necessary for the three years to convert any of the lanes for buses only. PSTA will be responsible for all operation and maintenance of the proposed bus turnaround and shuttle facility at the Beach Access County Park. Additionally, the agreement also includes provisions for further design coordination with St Pete Beach staff so that any other concerns could be satisfactorily addressed by our project team. Interlocal Agreement Highlights Key points of the proposed Interlocal Agreement between PSTA and the city of St. Pete Beach for the Central Avenue BRT Project – revised between the May 14 and May 28 meetings — include: No city funding toward capital or operational cost for any future Federal Transit Administration (FTA) New Starts application or other materials to support the application for the BRT Project prepared, authorized or submitted by PSTA ... No city financial contributions towards the operations and maintenance of the BRT Project …

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Also, the BRT Project will utilize vehicles with a maximum length of 40 feet (current trolleys) for at least three years from the Project’s launch ... After that period, if PSTA determines that ridership requires vehicles larger than 40 feet within the city limits, this must be approved by the city prior to PSTA’s operation.

An earlier item for the city to provide a bus turnaround and new Pass-A-Grille shuttle location was modified to likely use of the Beach Access County Park across from Dolphin Village or the 75 th Street mini-bus terminal ... PSTA agrees to terminate all existing bus and trolley service south of the new transfer/layover facility to Pass-a-Grille within 14 days of completion, no sooner than July 1, 2019 but no later than October 15, 2019 ... The City will provide contracted service through on-demand shuttles along Pass-a-Grille at no cost or other obligation to PSTA ... And the PSTA will recalculate the cost allocation of PSTA’s transit services to the city pursuant to the elimination of trolley service in Pass-A-Grille. In the event funds to finance the BRT Project are not available or PSTA abandons the BRT for any reason, a party may terminate their participation in this agreement, by providing written notification to the other party. This Agreement shall remain in place so long as PSTA is operating the BRT Project within the city

limits or is operating the facility. Neither party may terminate this agreement either for convenience or cause. This agreement can only be terminated prior to PSTA’s abandonment of the BRT Project upon mutual agreement of both parties. [Editor’s Note: Special thanks to SPB Mayor Al Johnson, City Manager Alex Rey, PSTA director of project management Abhishek Dayal, and Doug Izzo, TBBC Government Affairs Director, for their excellent comments and information.] [Feature Writer Steve Traiman is President of Creative Copy by Steve Traiman in St. Pete Beach, offering freelance business writing services. He can be reached traimancreativecopy@gmail.com]

Publisher’s Comment - PSTA is trying to get some federal money to try to make bus riding faster and more appealing. Since parking is a growing issue at both ends, St. Petersburg and the Beaches chamber supports it. St. Pete Beach really has little say, as Gulf Blvd is a state road, so BRT could happen no matter what they say. For that reason, they feel they are better off to agree to something they can live with, in case it gets funded. There are other federal programs that have surfaced recently that could provide funding for eco-friendly, solar-powered, beach friendly smaller trams or buses”. Paradise NEWS says “Just say no to buying more buses that burn fossil fuels. We do not want or need a train from downtown to the beaches.” PN

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Sometimes our best teachers are not the ones we feel like bringing apples to ~ Dennis Merritt Jones

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Have you noticed that when you look in the mirror and your hair is messed up you don’t try to brush the mirror; wisdom guides you to brush your own hair.

Sometimes I amaze myself with how much more I have to learn about practicing what I have been “teaching and preaching” for more than thirty-five years. Occasionally I come across an individual with whom I have an instantaneous negative reaction — something arises within me that wants to get away from that person’s energy immediately. This happened at a restaurant recently when I was seated at a table directly next to a person who was talking incessantly in an exceedingly loud, invasive, grating, penetrating voice that dominated the entire room. I am aware that this disturbed me because my soul is on a perpetual quest for peace and stillness, even when I am dining out.

Now here’s the sticky part for me: according to “spirit-mind-body” authorities such as Deepak Chopra, the people in my life are serving as a mirrors that never lie, including that person in the restaurant. Really? What part of me could possibly be that way? OMG! After some serious self-inquiry it became clear that at times, the exceedingly loud, grating, penetrating voice that incessantly dominates the conversation while never taking a breath is the internal voice in my head, especially when I am trying to feed myself spiritually by meditating or reading a complex passage in a book. The takeaway for me is to pay more attention to that voice and learn better how to make peace with it rather than react to it with irritation, unsuccessfully trying to push it

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away or avoid what it is saying. When I do listen and gently acknowledge it, it quiets down all on its own. Go figure — what you resist, persists.

The moral of the story is, when I am willing to catch myself red-handed in the judgment of others, realizing that ultimately the person whom I am really judging is myself, the awareness I need most comes flooding in.

The lesson is, the more a person offends me, the deeper the trigger point lies within myself. If it were not so, that person’s presence would have no effect upon me whatsoever. What a great opportunity every person offers me —to heal some aspect of my own being when I am open, aware, and teachable. Well now that I have told on myself, how about you; who do you project your less than desirable traits on? As an example, maybe your teacher is the person standing on the corner with a sign asking for money, which offers you an opportunity to get in touch with how you feel about sharing your good with others, or a perhaps a fear about lack in your own life you don’t want to face. The lessons will vary because our teachers are legion; every human being is our potential teacher if we are willing to receive the lesson he brings to us. If we are open and paying attention, the right teacher always seems to appear at the right moment. In those moments of ego projection, if we are willing to take a deep breath and peek into our mind we may be stunned by the findings. Remaining open to being taught by someone who

by our judgment, is offensive or somehow not behaving in a manner we think he should, is not always easy, but it is possible. When we have the courage to stay the course of conscious self-inquiry with a willingness to learn the lesson at hand, the barriers usually melt away, our judgment dissolves, and we receive that understanding about ourselves which our teacher offers.

Give thanks for your master teachers each day. You will discover any projection usually centers on a need to love yourself and others more, and judge yourself and others less. As a mindfulness practice today, become the observer of your thoughts and judgments about others. Don’t allow any thought, positive or negative, about another to slip by unnoticed. When that person offers you a rare glimpse into yourself, smile and silently say, “Thank you.” Take the lesson and see how it applies in your life. Remember, you are also a reflection in their eyes. May they realize that the gentle and loving Spirit they see in you is but a reflection of their own divine nature. The mirror never lies. Our fears can erect invisible walls that keep our soul essence compressed and unexpressed. This can lead only to a life of dissatisfaction and regret.

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Chill Restaurant & Bar, at 357 Corey Avenue on St. Pete Beach, has been popular amongst locals and visitors alike. Chill was a go-to breakfast, lunch & dinner dining & entertainment establishment, even before its move to the ‘Heart of Corey Ave.’ nearly 3 years ago. Chill’s popular Sunday Brunch Buffet and a creative brunch menu continue through the summer for $16.95. Everybody’s favorite Prime Rib Monday too, with 12+ ounces of prime rib, loaded mashed potatoes and salad for $16.95. Chill also boasts a fun atmosphere for dining and dancing. During the summer, until September, everyone’s favorite piano man, Carl, plays and croons his loyal follower’s favorites Fridays & Saturdays while the Act 3 MoTown group intends to continue on the 2nd & 4th Sunday nights. John Sackett & his famous “Killer Dueling Pianos” are coming back on July 7th! That’s a FANTASTIC event from 9-12. First come, first served that night! Chill has several new focus areas and items as well. First in an effort to “BRB” (Bring Rum Back) they are adding a weekly Wednesday Caribbean themed Calypso party with a really special menu, specialty

island cocktails and live steel drum band and reggae music. Chill has one of the coldest AC in town. So don’t forget to come cool off at Chill all summer long. The Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce named Chill Woman Owned Business of the Year in 2013 because Chill has been creative, resourceful plus Ruthie’s tenacity. She will need our community’s tremendous local support this summer. In mid March, her sweet-heart & partner, Steve, was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. He completed his first round of chemo last month and is now in his second round of chemo, preparing for a bone marrow/stem cell transplant in mid-July. This is one of cancer’s most feared diagnosis, and carries an incredibly difficult road for both Steve & Ruthie. You might recall that one of Ruthie’s daughters is a cancer survivor for 3 years now. There is a GoFundMe page linked to Chill’s web FB site for direct donation (gofundme.com/stevevs-acute-myeloid-leukemia.) Ken Hautman from Caddy’s is planning a huge party “pub crawl” benefit for Steve on June 30th Check for details on Chill and Paradise NEWS websites. Ruthie says “we will definitely need support and it’s so humbling to be in this situation.” She also keeps a Caring Bridge website updated for anyone wishing to follow Steve’s progress. She also mentioned she is working on a Chill cookbook of favorites that will help in the fundraising efforts. “We are heading directly into the eye of the storm into our life’s most difficult months, and your continued love, prayers and

support are absolutely needed and appreciated.” Ruthie says “We have a great staff that Steve helped me train, and we have just added a strongly recommended chef, Cory Albright, to take over the daily management of our kitchen. GM Mark Crews has been taking over Ruthie’s position, and they stay in regular contact. Our leadership team is thrilled to launch this new on and off premises catering division. “We’ve been catering inside the restaurant for parties of up to 50. Our back room is perfect for small weddings, rehearsal dinners, birthdays and family reunions. The addition of more aggressive outside catering is a natural progression.” Ruthie, Mark & Cory are developing themed catering menus, or of course, can do our menu tailored to budget and guest’s dreams for their special day. The reconstruction of Blind Pass is encroaching. Different sides of Corey Ave will be closed at different times late in August & September. Guests can still access from Boca Ciega (near the post office) to park on Corey. It is a short walk, even from the City Hall parking lot. Knowing the construction could hurt business in the heat of the summer, Ruthie has launched a catering service called Chill ‘OUT.’ Throwing Chill-OUT parties at places like St. Pete Beach Rec Center, TI Community Center or Lion’s Club, church social halls, or at the new fine arts hall at Admiral Farragut Academy, your condo clubhouse, or in your back yard, are all possibilities. Call 727-360-2445 & talk to Joe McCarthy to discuss your needs or send an email to Ruthie@Chillstpetebeach.com. ParadiseNewsFL.com |

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THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY

By SARAH LARACUENTE

Shopping Local in the Heart of St. Pete Beach St. Pete Beach is a city that covers a pretty fabulous stretch of land; from Pass-a-Grille to Blind Pass Road the beaches are some of the absolute best around. From a St. Pete native’s perspective, you have one side of Gulf Blvd dedicated to hotels and public beach access, the other is a combination of cute shops, restaurants, and grocery stores. Everything you need is really right there. The city also has 2 downtown districts with Pass-a-Grille and Historic Corey Avenue. There has been a lot of attention to both of these districts: last year the paving project and beautification of Pass-a-Grille, and now the shift is to Corey Avenue. Slated to receive $250,000+ in updates and “upgrades,” the Corey Avenue project should be complete by the end of September, which we should all celebrate. During this time of change/construction, we all have to remember as locals to support these shops and restaurants.

Fine, Fun, Functional & Fabulous Art Owner- Vincent Cianciola Vincent William Gallery has been on Corey Avenue since 1993, and owner Vincent Cianciola has been creating his art for over 35 years. Reproduction Tiffany Lamps, original designs, and custom stained glass work, Vincent stays busy year around with custom orders of his work. He created this gallery to have a studio of his own, a place to create his own pieces. It evolved into a place to support other artists since there really wasn’t anywhere else to go locally that would showcase all the different types of artwork. There were galleries with paintings, but nothing like this. Now Vincent William Gallery has 45 different artists in one place, most of them local. Handmade jewelry, pottery, ceramics, blown glass, fused glass. Vincent shared, “Some of the best and most wonderful artists like Chuck Boux, a very talented local blown glass artist. He was recently featured in the Imagine Museum.”

“For someone coming to Corey Avenue, there is always something new to see. Each shop has new items coming in all the time. This is your community.” Vincent Cianciola

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What the best part about owning this business on Corey Avenue? “I love Corey Avenue. I love St. Pete Beach, it’s a great street that’s getting better and better. We have to stick by independent likeminded people who work very hard 7 days a week to find things you won’t find in big box stores or online. It’s walk-able, friendly, has free parking, is a safe area, and is as diverse as it can be. We are happy to celebrate Pride month in June. We are moving forward from being a prejudiced society and celebrating diversity.” This summer he will be closing on Wednesdays so he can get a little extra time off through end of September. When fall hits, Vincent will be painting the building and renovating inside.

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Owner - Cheryl West Cheryl opened her first shop, Rooster’s, in the Dolphin Village Shopping Center in 2003. She bought the business and the next year hurricanes hit and then the great recession of 2007. The size of the first store was under 900 square feet, and now her two shops are over 4500 square feet of coastal décor, gifts, and home furnishings. She decided to leap into the joys of business ownership when she was in her mid 40’s. After finding great success in corporate America, she was “just bored.” “In the back of my mind, I always had this gift of taking stuff and putting it together.” “What does that mean?” I asked. “Are you crafty?” She laughed and shared that she can’t even sew a button on a shirt. What is the best part about owning this business on Corey Avenue?

“The best part is that after 15 years my customers are more friends than customers, I know their names, children, I’ve watched the children grow up. I know they keep coming back to me because of my selection and customer service. I love being part of St. Pete Beach, a small tight-knit community where people stick together. “ Summer time plans include working every day, then taking her annual trip to the mountains, trusty Murphy along her side, in August or September. They enjoy a little cool, non-humid weather after our hot summer months.

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Art (Walk) Appreciation 101 I recently bought one of Gulfport ceramist Brenda McMahon’s marvelous tile murals. Now in a secret recess in my home, it is so lovely I gasp every time I see it. Nearly everything on my walls and shelves was purchased from the artist. As a “creative” myself (recovering potter), I believe knowing the creator infuses the piece with context and meaning. The art has to speak to me. The first “serious” painting I bought still does. It’s a very large, very purple, very flowery still-life by Colorado artist Dvora Kanegis. We met during Open Studios, a yearly Boulder event not unlike Gulfport’s ArtJones (artjonesstudiotour.com) or Historic Kenwood’s Artist at Work Tour (kenwoodartistenclave.org/studiotours), where artists open their homes and studios to let the public see where the magic happens. I agonized over spending more on a painting than a major household appliance, but when Dvora offered to let me enjoy it for a week before making a decision, the decision was made. That painting graced my dining room in Boulder, and now lights up my living room in Gulfport. I went back year after year, buying two others by Dvora and a couple by her protege, Lael Har.

You don’t have to wait for those annual events to get to know local artists, however. Art walks have proliferated to the point that not a weekend goes by without the opportunity to enjoy and purchase original art from its creator. FIRST FRIDAY of the month: Stroll around downtown Gulfport during its Art & Gallery Walk (facebook.com/GulfportArtGalleryWalk). (Be sure to drop in on Brenda at her new gallery on Beach Blvd.) SECOND FRIDAY: Sip and stroll through delightful Dunedin (facebook.com/2ndfridaydunedin). SECOND SATURDAY: Mingle with artists in the Waterfront Arts District, Central Arts District, EDGE District, Grand Central District, and Warehouse Arts District during the St. Petersburg Arts Alliance’s ArtWalk (stpeteartsalliance.org/artwalk). THIRD SATURDAY: Back to Gulfport to check out what you missed two weeks ago. FOURTH FRIDAY: Enjoy some “big city” allure at Fourth Friday Tampa, which features free admission, discounts or special offers at participating arts and cultural partners including Henry Plant Museum, Florida Museum of Photographic Arts (FMoPA), Tampa Museum of Art, Tampa Bay History Museum, The Straz Center, Tampa Theatre, Jobsite Theater & Stageworks Theatre, the Italian Club, Wandering Eye Art Gallery, Dysfunctional Grace, Tampa Theatre, and more. www.fourthfridaytpa.com FOURTH SATURDAY: Discover the Art Walk along Park Boulevard in Pinellas Park’s Pinellas Arts Village (pinellas-park.com/DocumentCenter/View/2435/ ArtWalk-Event-Map). – by Caron Schwartz

How about a few “play dates” this summer? American Stage As part of its “LIFE. OUT LOUD” series, American Stage presents Eugene O’Neill’s Pulitzer Prizewinning “Long Day’s Journey into Night.” Directed by Brendon Fox, the production marks this season’s installment of the American Legacy Series — dedicated to powerful classic and modern American plays that lend an indelible and enduring perspective to the human experience. The show runs through June 30 at the Raymond James Theatre, 163 3rd Street North in St. Petersburg. Tickets begin at $44, but the May 29 preview is “Pay What You Can” and the May 30 preview is $30. Opening night May 31 will set you back $70 but includes opening night reception and dessert with the cast following the show. Check out American Stage’s “all you can eat” deals for millennials and teenagers at americanstage.org/fwd. freeFall Theatre Company freeFall Theatre’s 2019/2020 season, • GHOST LIGHT, promises to be eerie and thoughtprovoking, according to Artistic Director Eric Davis. • Season kicks off Sept. 28 with Jeffrey Hatcher’s modern adaptation of Henry James’s spooky, ambiguous “The Turn of the Screw,” which runs through Oct. 27. • ”The Lion in Winter,” James Goldman’s royal family drama of the Christmas when Henry II let his wife, Eleanor of Aquitaine, out of prison for the holidays. Let the bickering begin Nov. 23 - Dec. 22. • George Brant based his

“Marie and Rosetta” on the real-life story of Sister Rosetta Tharpe and her protégée Marie Knight. The musical shows how the two broke new ground in gospel music, influencing the likes of Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jimi Hendrix, and Ray Charles. You’ll be dancing in your seat Jan. 18-Feb. 16, 2020. • Josh Tobiessen’s “Lone Star Spirits,” on stage Feb. 29 - March 29, 2020, shows the conflict between a smalltown girl’s past and present. • “Dear World,” on stage April 25 - May 24, 2020, is based on Jean Giraudoux’s “The Madwoman of Chaillot.” Book by Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee, music and lyrics by Jerry Herman, the show reimagines the classic story of eccentricity versus the status quo as a musical with the kind of decadent and ebullient score that is Herman’s trademark. • The season wraps up with Michael Raabe and Eric Davis’s “Oz,” another musical based on L. Frank Baum’s beloved Land of Oz, promises “over the rainbow” inspiration. Ruby slipper days are June 27 - July 26, 2020. • Subscriptions and single tickets are available now and can be purchased by calling 727-498-5205 or by visiting freefalltheatre.com. • Subscription Prices: Season Tickets - $249 freePass - $225 freeFall UNDER 40 - $99 • Single Ticket Prices: Standard - $50* Bargain - $40* * Price does not include $2.50 ticketing fee. Educational “play dates” American Stage’s Summer Theatre Programs for kids run from June 3 through August 2. The one-, two- and threeweek sessions include musical theatre, acting technique, playwriting,

By Caron Schwartz Shakespeare, improv, and more. All programs take place at Admiral Farragut Academy, 501 Park St N in St. Petersburg. Summer Camp is for grades K-5, Summer Institute grades 6 through 12. Both programs meet Monday-Friday 9 am-3 pm, include lunch, and culminate in a final performance. Prices range from $225 to $610, and discounts are available. More information: visit americanstage.org and click the Education & Outreach tab, email education@ americanstage.org, or contact the education department at 727-823-1600 x204. More cures for the summertime blues The Museum of Fine Arts in downtown St. Petersburg is offering an Art, Marine Science & Yoga Camp for 2nd to 6th graders. Led by certified children’s yoga teacher and marine scientist Katie Toth, the program features daily art projects, yoga classes, and marine science instruction. A different theme of marine ecology, conservation and community service will highlight each day. Sessions are July 15-July 19 and July 29-August 2. Registration information at mfastpete.org/programs/ family-programs. Exceptions can be made on the suggested age range. Find out more at creativepinellas.org/ artscatalyst. The MFA is also offering the Wild Creations Camp, designed for 6th to 9th graders who identify as female. The camp takes place July 22-26. During this empowering and educational week, participants will learn about traditional female roles, historical & contemporary female artists, and others who have challenged these

roles. The week will incorporate mindfulness and yoga catered to the empowerment of young women, helping to recognize a new emergent path for strong and confident women. Students will gain tools for social emotional management through mindfulness and yoga coupled with the expression of their emotions through painting, drawing and collage. Details and registration information can be found at mfastpete.org/event/summercamp-session-2-wildcreations-empowermentcamp-for-young-women. Scholarships were available through May 31 via Creative Pinellas. Find out more at creativepinellas.org/ artscatalyst. Sitting pretty The Harold and Esther Mertz Theatre, home of the Asolo Repertory Theatre and The Sarasota Ballet, is getting new seats. This installation will take place over the summer and is expected to be completed by the end of August, increasing the number of seats to 535 from 503. Comfort and sight-line clarity were top priorities. The new layout also allows for more ADA seating.

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In other theater news … Clearwater’s Capitol Theatre was honored with the Built Environment Award at the 27th annual Future of the Regions Awards. The ceremony was hosted by the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council and was held April 26 at the Hilton St. Petersburg – Carillon Park. Susan Crockett, Clearwater city council members Hoyt Hamilton and David Albritton accepted the award. The Built Environment Award honors a project that demonstrates best industry practices, promotes compact development and or redevelopment in existing urban areas, preserves the history, beautifies public spaces, contributes to a unique regional identity, improves the health and well-being of people and communities and has innovative infrastructure projects that deliver multiple public benefits. And now for something completely different USF Contemporary Art Museum, part of the Institute for Research in Art in the College of The Arts, presents Kaprow Reinvented: Pose, 1969-2019, a pop-up performance and participatory reinvention of Allan Kaprow’s “Pose” reinvented by Tampa-based artist Vince Kral. Every Wednesday 11 am to 2 pm, on the USF Tampa campus, Kral invites the public to visit and reinvent “Pose” during what Kral is calling Pop-up Mediation Posts (PMP). May 22 USF Marshall Student Center MSC May 29 USF Business Administration Building Atrium BSN June 5 USF Cooper Hall CPR June 12 USF Department of Anthropology SOC June 19 USF School of

Architecture & Community Design (HMS) June 26 USF College of Nursing (MDN) July 3 Doug Hollis’ Unspecific Gravity Public Art, next to USF Science Center (SCA) July 10 USF Library (LIB) There’s also Pose Party on the Patio Saturday, June 15, 11 AM – 2 PM on the USF Contemporary Art Museum Patio. Come for an afternoon of poses, Polaroids, and polar pops. Bring a chair and a Polaroid camera if you have one; USFCAM will have a limited supply on hand. Enjoy a cool treat, talk anything Allan Kaprow with Vince Kral, and then start reinventing. Starving artists no more The St Pete Arts Alliance presents its annual summer Arts Business Academy, designed to help emerging and established artists develop professional expertise. The program is a tenent of the Arts Alliance’s strategy to support small business enterprise development in the creative sector, which supports economic development. Sessions are each Monday June 3 - July 8 at The Greenhouse, 440 2nd Ave N, St. Petersburg. Session topics include: • Defining Your Goal & Developing Your Brand. • Raising Funds – Grant Writing 101 & Artists Awards Social Media and Marketing. • Financial Tips Including Pricing Your Art. • Simple Steps to Protect Your Creative Expression and the Consequences for Failure to Do So. • Advertising, Sales, Marketing, Media, Publicity & Promotion The cost for the series is $199 per person, and scholarships are available. For a scholarship application, email john@stpeteartsalliance.org.

By Caron Schwartz $5 after 5 Did you know that Imagine Museum, 1901 Central Ave. in St. Petersburg, has 48,000 square feet of the most astounding display of American Studio Glass? Thursday is a perfect day to visit to see the beauty of innovation and creativity, which is sure to inspire you and uplift your senses. Plus it’s only $5 After 5 pm and features a beer and wine cash bar. Glass blowing will blow your mind The Duncan McClellan School Project brings an unparalleled hands-on glassmaking experience to St. Petersburg. This $75 class is an opportunity to learn the basics of glass making from professionals with years of experience. During the 30-minute class you will create one hand blown piece of glass art. For more information and to register see dmgschool project.org/product/ experience-glass-blowing. DMG also holds etching workshops the third Saturday of the month at 10 am & 12 & 2 pm. The two-hour workshop, designed for groups and individuals, teaches the basics of etching on glass, from designing and cutting out your stencils to having your finished product etched. Reservation required for groups of 10 or more, otherwise just show up and join in. Cost ranges from $35 to $60. For more information see dmgschoolproject.org/ product/basics-of-etching. • On select Saturdays DMG offers hot glass classes as well. Taught by a master glass

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Relive your Woodstock experience in airconditioned comfort at HIPPIEFEST: in Clearwater -Capitol Theater - 50TH Anniversary Woodstock Celebration starring Ten Years After,

Big Brother & The Holding Company, Vanilla Fudge And Henry Gross Comes to Clearwater’s Capitol Theatre on Friday, August 16 at 7:30 It’s peace, love, happiness and an evening full of great music that has stood the test of time as HIPPIEFEST: 50th Anniversary Woodstock Celebration with Ten Years After (I’d Love to Change the World, I’m Going Home), Big Brother & The Holding Company (Piece of My Heart, Down on Me), Vanilla Fudge (You Keep Me Hanging On, Season of the Witch), and Henry Gross (Shannon, One More Time) • Tickets priced at $79, $55 and $45 will be available at the Ruth Eckerd Hall Ticket Office. Call 727.791.7400 or visit RuthEckerdHall.com. The Ruth Eckerd Hall Ticket Office is open Mon-Sat, 10 to 6 and one hour prior to show time. *A limited number of VIP Packages, priced at $100 which includes a premium seat and meet & greet photo opportunity will also be available.

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Rebecca Penneys Piano Festival July 19 – August 4 The Rebecca Penneys Piano Festival (RPPF) returns for its seventh season to the Barness Recital Hall at the USF School of Music, 3755 USF Holly Drive in Tampa. The 36 students from 17 countries receive intense private study, daily master classes, unique legacy sessions, and the Ambassador Concert series in venues throughout Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg. Founded by St. Pete Beach resident and Steinway Artist Rebecca Penneys as a tuition-free gift for aspiring collegiate pianists, RPPF is a nonprofit 501(c)3, funded entirely by your donations. In addition to daily events at USF Tampa, there are Ambassador Concerts at various times and places, as close to us as Westminster Shores, MFA, ASPEC at Eckerd, SPC Gibbs, and two live broadcasts on WUSF. Ambassador Concert Series July 21 July 21 July 28 July 23 Aug. 1 July 25 July 26 July 26 July 28 July 28 July 31

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American Stage Raymond James Theatre 163 Third St. N, St. Petersburg 40th Anniversary Season 727.823.7529 americanstage.org June 1 – June 30 – Long Day’s Journey into Night July 17 – August 18 – Fun Home Asolo Repertory Theatre 5555 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 800.361.8388 asolorep.org June 1 – Sweeney Todd 6 – 23 – Around the World in 80 Days Bininger Theater Eckerd College, 4200 54th Ave. S, St. Petersburg 727.867.1166 eckerd.edu/theatre Capitol Theatre 405 Cleveland Street, Clearwater 727.791.7400 rutheckerdhall.com/capitol-theatre June 7 – Yngwie Malmsteen 8 – Steve Earle & The Dukes 13 – CAL Led Zeppelin I 15 – Live On Mars – Tribute to Bowie July 6 – Leela James 21 – CAL Pink Floyd’s The Wall August 8 – CAL Rolling Stone Let it Bleed 17 – Mark Cordes – Spouse Whisperer Catherine Hickman Theater 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport 727.893.1070 gulfportcommunityplayers.org June 6 – 16 – Next Fall July 11 – 21 – 19th Annual Summer One Acts

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Central Park Performing Arts Center 105 Central Park Dr., Largo 727.587.6793 largoarts.com June 2 – Let it Grow: Vibe Dancer Center Recital Showcase 8, 9 – Peter Pan – Tampa Ballet Theatre 15 – Emo Philips 21 – Chris McCarty Eight O’Clock Theatre 105 Central Park Dr., Largo 727.587.6793 eightoclocktheatre.com July 12 – 21 – Young Frankenstein Francis Wilson Playhouse 302 Seminole St., Clearwater 727.446.1360 franciswilsonplayhouse.org June 27 – 29 – Best of Broadway Summer Showcase freeFall Theatre Company 6099 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.498.5205 freefalltheatre.com June 1 – 9 – Buyer and Cellar Glenridge Performing Arts Center 7333 Scotland Way, Sarasota 941.552.5325 gpactix.com Gulfport Community Players Back Door Theater, 1619 49th St. S, Gulfport gulfportcommunityplayers.org June 6 – 16 – Next Fall July 12 – August 4 – Under Fire M.A.D. Theatre of Tampa (Music Acting Dance Theatre of Tampa) 813.386.6173 madtheatre.com June 6 – 23 – Man of La Mancha MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheater – Florida State Fairgrounds, 4802 US Hwy. 301 N, Tampa 813.740.2446 mid orida.com/amphitheatre June 9 – Hootie & The Blow sh 26 – Rockstar Energy Drink DISRUPT Festival July 7 – Train & The Goo Goo Dolls 13 – Mary J. Blige & Nas 20 – Dierks Bentley 24 – Dave Matthews Band 26 – Blink-182 & Lil Wayne August 2 – Luke Bryan 3 – 311 & Dirty Heads 16 – Bush & +LIVE+ 17 – Heart with Joan Jett

National Theatre Live Eckerd College Miller Auditorium 4200 54th Ave. S, St. Petersburg Performances in HD livehdstpete.com/national-theatre-live Patel Conservatory 1010 N W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa Dance / Theater / Music / Adult Classes 813.222.1002 patelconservatory.org June 14 – Junior Intensive July 6, 7 – Newsies 18 – 28 – Annie Jr. 19 – Next Generation Ballet: Summer Showcase August 7 – Christmas in August 8 – Evening of Dance 8 – 11 – Showstoppers Broadway Intensive Pinellas Park Performing Arts Center 4951 78th Ave. N, Pinellas Park pinellas-park.com/161/ Performing-Arts-Center June 15 – Moody Blues Tribute 16 – Summer Romance July 6 – The Eagles Tribute August 17 – The Who & Woodstock Tribute Ruth Eckerd Hall 1111 N McMullen Booth Rd., Clearwater 727.791.7400 rutheckerdhall.com June 1 – Happy Together Tour 2 – Dio Returns 5 – “Weird Al” Yankovic 18 – Brit Floyd July 10 – Rock the Yacht 2019 12 – Yes & Asia – A Royal Affair 13 – Dave Koz Summer Horns 18 – 20 – A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum August 4 – Bill Maher 20 – Ted Nugent St. Petersburg City Theatre 4025 31st St. S, St. Petersburg 727.866.1973 spcitytheatre.org Oldest, continuously operating community theater in Florida since 1925 Sign-up for our weekly event e-newsletter at ParadiseNewsFL.com & see events online at facebook.com/ParadiseNews

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ON-GOING EVENTS Through Friday, June 28 – Fresh Squeezed 3 9 am – 5 pm Monday – Saturday/Noon – 5 pm Sunday, Morean Arts Center, 719 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. An exhibition of emerging artists currently residing in Florida. Encourages, supports and celebrates artists who y under the radar, who haven’t had their big break, whose work may not be typical gallery or museum fare. 727.822.7872 moreanartscenter.org Through Saturday, June 29 – 13th Annual Invitational Teapot Show 10 am – 6 pm Monday – Saturday/11 am – 4 pm Sunday, Free, Craftsman House, 2955 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Showcases a wide variety of functional, ceramic teapots on display and available for purchase. 727.323.2787 craftsmanhousegallery.com 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 Friday, June 7 through Saturday, August 10 – Woof, Meow, Chirp and Slither 10 am – 5:30 pm Monday through Saturday/noon – 5 pm Sunday, Free, Florida CraftArt Gallery, 501 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Artworks of “all things pets” will include ne craft artists creations, such as 3D portraits, artful storytelling, and functional items for pets and their humans. 727.821.7391 oridacraftart.org Saturday, June 22 through Sunday, September 29 – Above the Fold 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. Paper is transformed into breathtaking sculpture, large-scale installations and conceptual works that express contemporary social, political, and aesthetic ideas. 727.894.4638 mfastpete.org

EVENTS CALENDAR Saturday, June 8 and Sunday, June 9 – Tampa Bay Caribbean Carnival 1 – 10 pm, Free, Albert Whitted Park, 480 Bayshore Dr. SE, St. Petersburg. Enjoy a taste of the Caribbean islands without having to board a plane or cruise ship. With colorful costumes, exquisite delicacies, and exotic music, this event is a must-see for all music and art lovers. events.stpete.org Monday, June 10, June 17 and June 24 – The Turbulent Sixties: A Nation Changed Forever 1:30 – 3:30 pm, $30 Members/$45 Non-members, Eckerd College CEC-Pelican, 4200 54th Ave S, St. Petersburg. In the 1960s America underwent a metamorphosis as radical as any decade in history. This course will recall the issues and events that transformed our national psyche forever. eckerd.edu/olli Wednesday, June 12 – League of Women Voters SPA General Membership Meeting 6 – 7:30 pm, Free, Empath Partners in Care, 3050 1st Ave S, St. Petersburg. Prospective members learn about the League’s strategies to in uence change and how you can join in! of ce@lwvspa.org 727. 896.5197 lwvspa.org Sign-up for our upcoming events e-newsletter at www.ParadiseNewsFL.com

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Arts & Leisure Stageworks Theater 1120 E Kennedy Blvd., West Bldg., #151, Tampa 813.374.2416 stageworkstheatre.org June 1 – 16 – Four Guys Named José… and Una Mujer Named María August 1 – 11 – The Hundred Dresses Straz Center 1010 N W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa 813.229.7827 strazcenter.org June 1 – Dawson Dance Academy Annual Recital 1 – Eric Petersen Sings “Swinging Thru Broadway” 2 – Broadway Star of the Future Awards Showcase 4 – Come From Away 6 – 23 – Man of La Mancha 7 – Jarrod Barefoot 7 – 9 – There’s No Place Like Home 8 – Eden Shireen 11 – 15 – Rock of Ages 14 – Frankie Raye 15 – Jariah Higgins 20 – Latin Nights 21 – Rob Lowe 28 – 30 – Little Black Dress 29 – The Funniest Night in America July 7 – James Charles: Sisters Tour 9 – 14 – The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical 10 – August 4 – Constellations 13, 14 – Aerial Dragons: Hypnotica 18 – Latin Nights 24 – John Cusack 26 – A Night in Spain 27, 28 – Paw Patrol Live! August 15 – Latin Nights 17 – 85 South Show Tarpon Springs Cultural Art Center 101 S Pinellas Ave, Tarpon Springs 727.942.5605 tarponarts.org June 7 – 16 – Love, Lies, and The Doctor’s Dilemma July 12 – 21 – The Dixie Swim Club Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center 324 Pine St., Tarpon Springs 727.942.5605 tarponarts.org June 22, 23 – Disney’s Aladdin, Jr. 28 – 30 – Tarpon Arts Film Festival July 27 – The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra The Coliseum 535 4th Ave. N, St. Petersburg 727.892.5715 stpete.org/coliseum

The Mahaffey Theater 400 1st St. S, Bayfront Center St. Petersburg, 727.892.5767 themahaffey.com June 9 – iCon Dance Inc: The Power Play ‘19 15 – Live. Love. Dream 19 – The Mighty O.A.R. 20 – Todd Rundgren 30 – Tedeschi Trucks Band July 5 – Rob Thomas w/Abby Anderson 27 – Brian Regan The Palladium 253 5th Ave. N, St. Petersburg 727.822.3590 mypalladium.org June 1 – TIGLFF: The Evolution of Drag: Drag Through the Decades 2 – Dio Returns! 7 – Nate Najar & Adrian Cunningham 9 – Dancebox Studio Spring Concert 21 – 30 – Madama Butter y July 5 – Damon Fowler 6 – Coo Coo Ca Choo 12 – Chuck Redd Album Release Party w/La Lucha 13 – Intern John’s Revival 18 – 21 – DRILLED! The Musical 25 – Ella Jet and Future Soul 27 – Ward Smith & Friends USF Yuengling Center 4202 E Fowler Ave., Tampa 813.974.3004 yuenglingcenter.com June 28 – Lauren Daigle Van Wezel 777 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941.953.3368 vanwezel.org June 21 – Friday Fest – Big Night Out July 19 – Friday Fest – Rebel Heart August 16 – Friday Fest – Reverend Barry & The Funk West Coast Players 21905 US 19 N, Clearwater 727.437.2363 wcplayers.org June 1 – 16 – Five Women Wearing the Same Dress August 16 – September 1 – Rabbit Hole

MUSEUMS 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 Blue Star Museum Florida Museum of Photographic Arts 400 N Ashley Dr., Tampa 831.221.2222 fmopa.org Blue Star Museum June 1 – A Concise History of Photography 8 – Lumen Printing Workshop 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 June 13 – Veteran’s City Trolley Line Walking Tour 20 – Original Gulfport Walking Tour July 11 – Veteran’s City Trolley Line Walking Tour 18 – Original Gulfport Walking Tour August 8 – Veteran’s City Trolley Line Walking Tour 15 – Original Gulfport Walking Tour Henry Plant Museum 401 W Kennedy Blvd., Tampa 813.254.1891 plantmuseum.com Through July 20 – Dirty Laundry: True Tales of Women Workers at the Tampa Bay Hotel, Blue Star Museum June 20 – Music in the Museum July 18 – Music in the Museum August 15 – Music in the Museum Heritage Museum 100 Beekman Ln., Tarpon Springs tarponarts.org History and culture of the Greek community June 3 – 21 – Rising Star Children’s Theater Summer Workshop Imagine Museum 1901 Central Ave., St. Petersburg imaginemuseum.com Blue Star Museum 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

Blue Star Museum 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 June 11 – August 3 – Summer Circus Spectacular 20 – Art and a Movie Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art 600 E Klosterman Rd, Tarpon Springs 727.712.5762 leeparattner.org Museum of Fine Arts 255 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg 727.894.4638 mfastpete.org Blue Star Museum Thursdays $10 after 5 pm Through July 28 – A Feast for the Eyes Through August 11 – Literary Carousel June 22 through September 29 – Above the Fold June 2 – Marly Music: Yael Weiss – 32 Bright Colors 12 – Coffee Talk w/Nan Colton: Vision and Imagination 16 – Marly Music: Aaron Diehl (Piano) 20 – Cocktails & Collections July 7 – Marly Music: Jason Vieaux (Guitar) 10 – Coffee Talk w/Nan Colton: Thoroughly Modern Missy 18 – Cocktails & Collections 21 – Marly Music: Premium Blend St. Pete Opera 25 – Cinema at the MFA: Loving Vincent 27 – 1000 Paper Cranes Folding Event August 14 – Coffee Talk w/Nan Colton: A Victorian Woman’s Point of View 15 – Cocktails & Collections

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Events Wednesday, June 12 – Welcome to Florida: LGBT Attorneys Need Not Apply 7 pm, Free, Gulfport Public Library. 5501 28th Ave. S, Gulfport. Broward County Florida Circuit Court Judge Robert W. Lee will speak on the history of discrimination against LGBT people practicing law in Florida. 727.893.1074 facebook.com/GulfportLibraryFL Thursday, June 13 – LGBTQ Film Series – Stonewall Uprising 7 pm, Free (donations accepted), Gulfport Public Library, 5501 28th Ave. S, Gulfport. This documentary tells the story of the massive police raid of Stonewall in June 1969. 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 Friday, June 14 – City of Gulfport Flag Day Ceremony 10 am, Free, Veteran’s Park, 5130 31st Ave. S, Gulfport. Special guest vocalist and former New York City Opera Soprano Catherine Bassett will perform. The New Horizons Band of Gulfport pre-opening musical performance begins at 9:30 am. For more information, call Technical Events Specialist Kristin Ossola at 727.893.1118. Friday, June 14 – Madeira Beach 5K Sunset Series #1 7 pm, $25 One Race/$65 Three Races, John’s Pass Park Shelter, 12901 Gulf Blvd., Madeira Beach. Runners will take to the sand and enjoy the famous, breath-taking views. Sandy beaches, Rita’s Italian Ice, craft beer, post-race party and sunsets. All races are on the beach. madeirabeach5k.racehawk.com Friday, June 14 through Sunday, June 16 – OPA! Palooza Noon – 10 pm Friday/10 am – 10 pm Saturday/10am – 5 pm Sunday, Free, Sponge Docks, Dodecanese Blvd., Tarpon Springs. Live music, dancing, seminars, workshops, Greek food, pastries, spirits, a kids play area with games, artists, craftspeople, vendors and free parking. sikpromotions.com/applicants/summer/opa-palooza Saturday, June 15 – Third Saturday Art & Gallery Walk 6 – 10 pm, Free, Beach Blvd., Gulfport. The streets are lined with artisans, entertainment and gourmet goodies. Shops, galleries and restaurants open late. visitgulfport orida.com Sunday, June 16 – Family Fun Day Noon – 3 pm, $2 Youth/Senior/$3 Adult, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach. Enjoy a family fun day at the pool. Music, games, pool bingo, prizes and more. 727.367.2735 spbrec.com Sunday, June 16 – Father’s Day Freebie at Mote Aquarium 10 am – 5 pm, All dads get free admission with the purchase of their accompanied child’s ticket, Mote Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota. Treat your dad to a FIN-tastic day at Mote Aquarium! Come visit all the animals, learn about the importance of our oceans and make memories that will last a lifetime. 941.388.4441 mote.org

Arts & Leisure Tampa Bay History Center 801 Old Water St, Tampa 813.228.0097 tampabayhistorycenter.org Blue Star Museum June 6 – Sangria and Stories: Anne Bonny and Jack Rackham 16 – Father’s Day at the History Center 19 – Sangria and Stories: Cigar City Brewing’s Neil Callaghan 22 – Living History Saturday Tampa Museum of Art 120 W St. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa 813.259.1720 tampamuseum.org Blue Star Museum Saturday – Art Spot for Families Through August 11 – Abstract Expressionism: A Social Revolution Through August 18 – Echoing Forms: American Abstraction June 8 – Teen Music and Arts Fest 25 – Lecture – Abstract Expression August 15 – Conceptual Photography 17 – Silent Disco Tarpon Springs Railroad Depot Historical Museum 160 E Tarpon Ave., Tarpon Springs Free admission 727.943.4624 tarponspringsareahistoricalsociety.org Blue Star Museum 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 June 5 – Coffee w/a Curator: The Surreal Life of Fernando Pessoa 20 – Cult Classics: Heathers July 18 – Cult Classics: Clueless August 15 – Cult Classics: Mean Girls The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art 150 Central Ave, St. Petersburg Tuesdays $10 All day thejamesmuseum.org

Wednesday, June 19 – St Pete Pride Kick-off Party 7 – 10 pm, Free, Sirata Beach Resort, 5300 Gulf Blvd., St Pete Beach. Enjoy the tropical landscape and the sunset while strolling from one end of the resort to the other right along the beach. stpetepride.com

USF Contemporary Art Museum 3821 USF Holly Dr., Tampa usfcam.usf.edu/cam/ cam_exhibitions.html

Wednesday, June 19 – Summer Vocal Institute Concert: Bel Canto 7 – 8 pm, Free, St. Petersburg College, Gibbs Campus Music Center, 6605 Fifth Ave. N, St. Petersburg. The group will perform Bel Canto, which is based on the story of the relationships among a group of young terrorists and their hostages during the Japanese Embassy Hostage Crisis in Lima, Peru. 727.341.4360 spcollege.edu/events

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USF Graphic Studio 3702 Spectrum Blvd., Ste 100, Tampa Free admission 813.974.3503 graphicstudio.usf.edu/GS/gs_about.html

ART GALLERIES ARTicles Art Gallery & Custom Framing 1445 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.898.6061 articlesstpete.com Second Saturday ArtWalk ARTpool Gallery 2030 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.324.3878 artpoolrules.com June 8, 9 – Crafty Fest July 20 – Trashion Fashion [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 Cobb Gallery Eckerd College, Library Cir. St. Petersburg 800.454.9009 eckerd.edu/visualarts/program Collectors Exchange 2939 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.440.9643 articlesstpete.com Second Saturday ArtWalk Craftsman House 2955 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.323.2787 craftsmanhousegallery.com Gallery-Café-Pottery Studio Second Saturday ArtWalk June 8 – 29 – 11th Annual Clay Pride Show 11 – Loving Day Celebration July 13 – August 11 – Once-a-Year Studio Sale 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

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Domain Home Accessories & Gallery 3129 Beach Blvd. S, Gulfport domaingulfport.com Local and Florida artisans featured Duncan McClellan Gallery 2342 Emerson Ave. S, St. Petersburg 813.760.6600 dmglass.com Second Saturday ArtWalk Dunedin Fine Art Center 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin 727.298.3322 dfac.org More than 100 classes offered Scholarships available Florida CraftArt Gallery 501 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.821.7391 oridacraftart.org Second Saturday ArtWalk Mural Walk on Saturdays June 7 through August 10 – Woof, Meow, Chirp and Slither Gulf Coast Artists Alliance 727.738.8010 gcaa- .org Two Locations in St. Petersburg St. Pete Artworks / Avenue 5 Studios Leslie Curran Gallery 1431 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.898.6061 articlesstpete.com Second Saturday ArtWalk 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 The Art Lofts Florida Craftsmen Galleries (2nd oor) 10 5th St. N, St. Petersburg 727.504.8788 theartlofts.com Second Saturday ArtWalk The Studio@620 620 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg 727.895.6620 thestudioat620.org June 8 – 30 – Quinceañera Group Exhibition 29 – Scorched Angels

ART CENTERS & CLASSES Beach Art Center 1515 Bay Palm Blvd., Indian Rocks Bch. 727.596.4331 beachartcenter.org Morean Arts Center 719 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg 727.822.7872 moreanartscenter.org Glass Studio & Hot Shop, Classes and Galleries Second Saturday ArtWalk Saturdays at The Morean for Families

Fridays – Art Snap Through June 28 – Fresh Squeezed 3 June 8 – 28 – Pride Pop Up 8 – 28 – Paint By Numbers Pop Up July 13 – September 19 – This Is Me August 10 – 30 – Cats vs. Dogs Pop-Up Show 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 Pinellas Park Art Society Park Station Building 5851 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park 727.360.4406 pinellasart.org June 22 – 4th Saturday Art Walk July 27 – 4th Saturday Art Walk Safety Harbor Art & Music Center 706 2nd St. N, Safety Harbor 727.725.4018 safetyharborartandmusiccenter.com June 26 – Night Tales Society of Acrylic Painters Membership info / exhibit entry: isap-online.com Studio Duvoe 2808 Clinton St. S, Gulfport 727.271.5016 studioduvoe@yahoo.com facebook.com/gulfportart Creative play sessions and art parties for neurotypical and neurodiverse (Autism, ADHD, dyslexia, etc.) children and adults SunTan Art Center at Don Vista Arts Center 3300 Pass-A-Grille Way, St. Pete Beach 727.367.3818 suntanart.org Celebrating 50+ Years 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. ParadiseNewsFL.com |

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Events Thursday, June 20 – Cult Classics: Heathers 7 – 11 pm, Free, The Dalí Museum, One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg. Grab your lawn chair, don some movie-inspired duds and enjoy free icks, local food truck fare, and cold craft brews. Come early to enjoy The Dali’s extended hours on Thursday nights at reduced $10 admission, then stay for the lm and festivities. 727.823.3767 thedali.org Thursday, June 20 – Stonewall St Pete Pride Reception 7 – 9 pm, Free to $30, Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Features open full bar and light hors d’oeuvres. stpetepride.com Friday, June 21 – Movie on the Beach – Jaws Sunset, Free, Archibald Memorial Beach Park, 15100 Gulf Blvd, Madeira Beach. Enjoy this rst movie on the beach for the 2019 Madeira Beach Summer Movie Series. Bring your own beach chairs. madeirabeach .gov Friday, June 21 – Music and a Meal 7 pm, $12, Sacred Lands, 1700 Park St. N, St. Petersburg. Listen to the music of The Joe Milligan Band 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, June 21 – SP2 Concert 6 – 10 pm, Free to $50, North Straub Park, 400 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. A mix of various bands and local singers with Lisa Loeb headlining. stpetepride.com Friday, June 21 – Street Food and Craft Beer Festival 6 – 11 pm, Free, Albert Whitted Park, 480 Bayshore Dr. SE, St. Petersburg. A fun foodie lled evening with over 25 savory & sweet food trucks and live music. Beer & wine for purchase. Family and pet friendly. Bene ts WestCare Foundation. events.stpete.org Friday, June 21 – St. Pete Beach 5K Race Series #1 7 pm, $65, 809 Gulf Way, St. Pete Beach. Races are entirely run on the beach, in the sand, for a fun chip-timed 5K run. Stay for a fantastic after race party including a great free buffet, live DJ and a spectacular sunset. Free kids 200m Fun Run at 6:30 pm before the 5K race. sprr.org/beach-series Friday, June 21 through Sunday, June 23 – Tampa Bay Home Show 10 am – 6 pm Friday & Saturday/10 am – 5 pm Sunday, Free, Tropicana Field, One Tropicana Dr., St. Petersburg. Spend the day discovering great exhibits, giveaways, door prizes, seminars, and so much more. See the latest trends in home remodeling: from kitchen and baths to ooring, to windows and home protection. tampabay.com/expos/tampa-bay-home-show Saturday, June 22 – Splash & Dash Youth Biathlon 7 am, $15 Registration fee, Horan Park, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach. Kids ages 6-15 are encouraged to join; all racers will receive a free swim cap and goody bag. All participants must be able to swim independently. Registration deadline is June 15. 727.363.9245 spbrec.com Saturday, June 22 – Tech Data St Pete Pride Party and Parade 2 – 11 pm, Free, Bayshore Dr., St. Petersburg. Party begins at 2 pm with the parade kicking off at 7:15. About 5,000 people will swish and saunter along Bayshore Dr. in a dazzling array of sequins, beads, leathers and feathers to celebrate the power and beauty of diversity. stpetepride.com Sunday, June 23 – St. Pete Pride Festival 11 am – 5 pm, Free, Grand Central District, 2227 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. The largest community event of the season as festival goers come together to make history while enjoying a day of live performances and entertainment, community booths, art and fantastic food in paradise. stpetepride.com

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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 Blue Star Museum Children’s science center Saunders Planetarium

FILM Celebrating CommUNITY International Gay & Lesbian Film Fest October 4 – 12, 2019 Various times and locations tiglff.com International Cinema Series Eckerd College, 4200 54th Ave. S, St. Petersburg, Miller Auditorium 727.864.7979 eckerd.edu/internationalcinema LGBTQ Film Series Gulfport Public Library 5501 28th Ave. S, Gulfport Second Thursday of each month 7 pm. 727.893.1074 facebook.com/GulfportLibraryFL June 13 – Stonewall Uprising July 11 – Queercore: How to Punk a Revolution August 8 – Southwest of Salem Sunscreen Film Festival Various locations throughout St. Petersburg. VIP & General Admission sunscreen lmfestival.com

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 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 St. Petersburg College Gibbs Campus Music Center, 6605 Fifth Ave. N, St. Petersburg 727.341.4360 spcollege.edu/events June 19 – Summer Vocal Institute Concert July 26 – RPPF Ambassador Performance Series – Solo Young Artist Recital Suncoast Jazz Society Wednesdays 6:30 – 9:00 pm, Bilmar Beach Resort, 10650 Gulf Blvd., Treasure Island 727.360.5531 sdjs.org Tampa Bay Symphony Performances in various locations 727.827.8087 tampabaysymphony.org 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

Florida Opera Festival Straz Center for the Performing Arts 1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa operatampa.org St. Petersburg Opera Company 2145 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg 727.823.2040 stpeteopera.org Mornings, Afternoons, Evenings and Cocktails with the Maestro Various performance locations June 6, 7 – Preview to Madama Butter y 8 – Broadway Cabaret 14 – ADDIO to the Maestro Series Sarasota Opera House 61 N Pineapple Ave., Sarasota 941.328.1300 sarasotaopera.org June 2 – Mayerling – Ballet Film 16 – Faust – Opera Film 28 – An American in Paris 30 – Three Ballets – Ballet Film July 12 – Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner 14 – Merry Widow – Operetta Film 26 – Rear Window 28 – Romeo & Juliet – Ballet Film August 9 – Breakfast at Tiffany’s 11 – La Gioconda – Opera Film St. Petersburg Opera Guild stpeteoperaguild.org The Matinee Opera Players 64th Way, Pinellas Park facebook.com/MatineeOperaPlayers Pinellas Park Performing Arts Center June 16 – Summer Romance The Pinellas Opera League Socialize and be entertained First Wednesday each month October – June pinellasoperaleague@gmail.com pinellasoperaleague.com

DANCING | SOCIAL Florida West Ballet A not-for-pro t Pre-Professional Performing Arts Company 616 4th St. N, St. Petersburg oridawestballet.org Gulfport Casino 5500 Shore Blvd. S, Gulfport More information on Casino events or rental availability 727.893.1070. SwingTime.info mygulfport.us Every Wednesday – Swing First and third Sunday – Ballroom Second Sunday – Soul Night Sarasota Ballet 5555 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941.359.0099 sarasotaballet.org

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 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 Blue Parrot Café 85 Corey Circle, St. Pete Beach Every Monday 727.368.9619 bluepstpb.com Every Monday – TomKats 18 Piece Jazz Orchestra 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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Thursday, June 27 – The Jam: A Musical Improv Show 7 – 9 pm, $10/$15, The Hideaway Café, 1756 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Join American Stage Improv’s musical house team, De nitely Not Murderers, in a fully improvised one act musical, plus a new concept from the creator of The Florida Bjorkestra… Roll Play: A Dungeons & Dragon-inspired improvised concert. 727.823.7529 americanstage.org

Brooker Creek Preserve 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs 727.453.6800 brookercreekpreserve.org Tram Tours Saturdays, Guided Tours, Classes June 12 – Skins and Skulls 15 – Birds of Prey 24 – ECO Teacher Training Workshop 29 – Orchids & Epiphytes of Brooker Creek Preserve July 22 – 24 – Teens for Trees Summer Program

Friday, June 28 through Sunday, June 30 – Tarpon Arts Film Festival 6 pm Friday/noon, 3:30 pm, 7 pm Saturday/2 pm Sunday, $3 – $30, Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine St., Tarpon Springs. Highlights the work and projects of local and international screenwriters and directors. A brief awards ceremony after the nal lm showing on Sunday will recognize the festival winners. 727.942.5605 tarponarts.org

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

Wednesday, June 26 – Night Tales 7 pm, $5 Donation, Safety Harbor Art & Music Center, 706 2nd St. N, Safety Harbor. Walt Belcher, a former Tampa Tribune columnist and newspaper reporter, will offer a short talk on the craft of a good story and then the evening will continue with both novice and experienced storytellers sharing true and not-so-true stories with the audience. 727.725.4018 safetyharborartandmusiccenter.com

Florida Aquarium 701 Channelside Dr., Tampa 813.273.4000 aquarium.org Voted Third Best Aquarium in the United States by USA Today Readers’ Choice 2018

Thursday, July 4 – Gulfport’s 4th of July Celebration 8 am – 9:30 pm, Free, Downtown Gulfport, Shore Blvd. Fishing derby, sand sculpture contest, entertainment and food vendors. Parade at 6 pm; reworks at 9 pm. 727.893.1066 mygulfport.us/july_4th_celebration Thursday, July 4 – Largo’s 4th of July Celebration 6 – 9 pm, Free, Largo Central Park,101 Central Park Dr., Largo. An evening of family fun, music, food and reworks is planned. playlargo.com Thursday, July 4 – Madeira Beach 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular 9 pm, Free, ROC Park, 200 Rex Pl., Madeira Beach Coolers, chairs, and blankets are permitted at ROC Park. Fireworks (including sparklers) are not permitted at ROC Park. Additional viewing areas include Causeway Park (911 Memorial) and the American Legion. madeirabeach .gov/events Thursday, July 4 – Redington Shores 4th of July Fireworks 9 – 10 pm, Free, 18200 Gulf Blvd., Redington Shores. Bring your chairs and blankets. The police department will be selling raf e tickets. townofredingtonshores.com Thursday, July 4 – St. Pete Beach Rock the Beach 2 pm – 10 pm, Free, Upham Beach, 6850 Beach Plz., St. Pete Beach. Live music performed by the Brian Caudill Band from 2 – 6 pm followed by headliner Stormbringer until 9 pm when the reworks blast off. 727.367.2735 spbrec.com Thursday, July 4 – St. Petersburg Fireworks Across the Bay Celebration 9 pm, Free, Bayshore Dr., St. Petersburg. Enjoy the reworks to synchronized music that is accessible through an optional, free phone app called J&M Displays. View the reworks along Bayshore Dr. from the following parks: Albert Whitted Park, North Straub Park, South Straub Park, North Shore Park, Elva Rouse Park and Flora Wylie Park. events.stpete.org Thursday, July 4 – Treasure Island 4th of July Fireworks 9 pm, Free, Gulf Front Park, 10400 Gulf Blvd., Treasure Island. Off-site parking will be offered at Treasure Island Park for $15 a vehicle. visitstpeteclearwater.com

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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 June 8 – World Oceans Day Family Festival 16 – Father’s Day Freebie July 7 – Breakfast with the Sharks 12 – 14 – Sarasota Lion sh Derby August 4 – 10 – Shark Days St. Petersburg Audubon Society 727.753.9731 stpeteaudubon.org 101+ Years Conservation Meets 3rd Tuesday of each month Boyd Hill Bird Walk 1st Saturday of month St. Petersburg Shell Club Seminole Recreation Center, 9100 113th St. N, Seminole 727.867.6861 stpeteshellclub.org 1st Friday September thru May 7 pm Seaside Seabird Sanctuary 18328 Gulf Blvd, Indian Shores 727.391.6211 seabirdsanctuary.com Largest non-pro t wild bird hospital sanctuary. Free. Tours. Donations accepted.

Weedon Island Preserve 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg 727.453.6500 weedonislandpreserve.org June 8 – What is Wildlife Rehabilitation 15 – Native Orchids and Epiphytes of Pinellas County 22 – Why Snakes Are Cool August 10 – Botany 101 ZooTampa at Lowry Park 1101 W Sligh Ave., Tampa One mile west of I-275 (exit 48) 813.935.8552 zootampa.org

FERRIES Egmont Key Ferry Fort De Soto Bay Pier $12.50 Children/$25 Adults 727.398.6577 tampabayferry.com Pirate Water Taxi Hop On, Hop Off, 15 stops along the Hillsborough River and Tampa Riverwalk. Prices vary. 813.390.3711 piratewatertaxi.com Shell Key Ferry Fort De Soto Boat Ramp $10 Children/$20 Adults 727.398.6577 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 June 8 – Composting 101 & Ten Easy Steps to a Florida-Friendly Landscape July 13 – Great Native Plants for Your FloridaFriendly Landscape 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 June 13 – Premnath Subrahmanyam: Florida Native Orchids July 11 – Orchid Advice Panel Garden Club of St. Petersburg 500 Sunset Dr. S, St. Petersburg 727.381.8920 gardenclubstpetersburg.org

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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 Marie Selby Botanical Gardens 900 S Palm Ave., Sarasota Mondays – Yoga in the Garden 941.366.5731 selby.org June 12 – Gauguin Nights 15 – Family Saturdays in Paradise July 4 – All-American Cookout Sunken Gardens 1825 Fourth St. N, St. Petersburg Adult and Child Horticultural Workshops 727.892.5715 sunkengardens.org

ON THE WATER Adult Basic Sailing School Boca Ciega Yacht Club, Not-for-pro t Sailing Club sailschoolregistration@sailbcyc.org sailbcyc.org Bay Sailors A sailing club for singles. Looking for a few good skippers with sailboats. For contact information visit baysailors.org Boating Skills & Seamanship USCG Auxiliary Flotilla 72 Safe Boating Program, 9 Classes Tuesday 7:30 – 9:30 pm, $60 1300 Beach Blvd. SE, St. Petersburg (US Coast Guard Base) 727.898.1324 tampabaysafeboating.com 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 June 4 – Weather 11 – Your Boat’s Radio 18 – Which Boat is for You? 25 – Equipment for Your Boat July 2 – Waterway Watch/ Trailering Your Boat

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St. Petersburg Bridge Club 9103 US 19N, Pinellas Park Games, Lessons, & Seminars Charlie 727.363.1136 or 544.5040 stpetebridge.org 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

SERVICE | SOCIAL CLUBS FUN!! 2nd Saturday October thru April 9 am – noon, Pasadena Community Church, 227 70th St S., St. Petersburg Sing songs you love, ages middle school on up bobd@pccumc.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

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Events Friday, July 5 – 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, July 5 – 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 Wednesday, July 10 – Rock The Yacht 2019 8 pm, $33.75 – $83.75, Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 N McMullen Booth Rd., Clearwater. Featuring Ambrosia, Stephen Bishop, Peter Beckett, John Ford Cole, Walter Egan and Looking Glass.Travel back in time to the ‘70s and ‘80s. 727.791.7400 rutheckerdhall.com Thursday, July 11 – Happy Hour with the Historian: The Golden Age of Florida Collectibles 6:30 – 8 pm, $15, St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. Larry Roberts is a renowned connoisseur of Florida collectibles and author of Florida’s Golden Age of Souvenirs. He has long been the “go-to” guy for any collector looking for genuine Florida souvenirs. 727.894.1052 spmoh.com Thursday, July 11 – LGBTQ Film Series – Queercore: How to Punk a Revolution 7 pm, Free (donations accepted), Gulfport Public Library, 5501 28th Ave. S, Gulfport. This documentary tracks the start of the pseudo-movement to the widespread rise of pop artists who used queer identity to push back against gay assimilation and homophobic punk culture. 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 Friday, July 12 – Madeira Beach 5K Sunset Series #2 7 pm, $25 One Race/$65 Three Races, John’s Pass Park Shelter, 12901 Gulf Blvd., Madeira Beach. Runners will take to the sand and enjoy the famous, breath-taking views. Sandy beaches, Rita’s Italian Ice, craft beer, post-race party and sunsets. All races are on the beach. madeirabeach5k.racehawk.com Friday, July 12 – Cinema on the Sand – The Meg 8 pm, Free, Upham Beach, 6850 Beach Plz., St. Pete Beach. Movies will be on a barge so people can oat in the water or sit on the sand to watch the movie. Paradise Grille is a co-sponsor and will provide food and beverages (including alcohol) for purchase. 727.367.2735 spbrec.com Saturday, July 13 – America II Extreme Mud Wars 9 am – 4 pm, $55 – $500 Registration fee, Lake Vista Park, 1401 62nd Ave. S, St. Petersburg. Teams of 6 – 10 will compete in 8 events lled with mud and water for the highest overall score. extrememudwars.com Saturday, July 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 Sunday, July 14 – Family Fun Day Noon – 3 pm, $2 Youth/Senior/$3 Adult, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach. Enjoy a family fun day at the pool. Music, games, pool bingo, prizes and more. 727.367.2735 spbrec.com Event listings are posted online at .ParadiseNewsFL.com

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Arts & Leisure 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 socialclubofsp.org

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

Sparkling Clearwater Depression Glass Club 3rd Tuesday 6:45 pm Clearwater Garden Club 405 Seminole St, Clearwater clearwaterdepressionglassclub.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

Stetson Tech Club Last Monday 3 – 5 pm Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport Join Stetson Law students for their Tech Tips Classes. RSVP 727.893.5671 St. Petersburg International Community of Astrologers (SPICA) 3rd Thursday monthly 7 – 9 pm Blissful Beginnings, 9365 US Hwy 19 N Suite B, Pinellas Park 727.347.4737 St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg Shuf eboard Club Fridays, 7 – 11 pm, Free. 559 Mirror Lake Dr. N, St. Petersburg A hip twist on an old game. 727.822.2083 stpeteshuf e.com Suncoast Quilting Circle Wednesdays, 10 am or 3rd Monday 7 pm Pilgrim Congregational Church 6315 Central Ave., St. Petersburg suncoastquiltingcircle.org Swiss Club 2nd Saturday 11:45 am October thru May The Club at Treasure Island 400 Treasure Island Causeway, Treasure Island. 727.367.4511 swissclubstpetersburg.com Tampa Bay Surface Design Guild 2nd Monday, 6:30 – 8:30 pm Good Samaritan Church 6085 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park Coloring, patterning, structuring and transformation of fabric, ber and other materials surfacedesignguild.com

The Treasure Island Historical Society 2nd Monday September through May, 5 pm 151 107th Ave., Suite 2, Treasure Island facebook.com/ treasureislandFLhistoricalsociety 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

MILITARY | POLITICAL CLUBS 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 League of Women Voters of the St. Petersburg Area 233 3rd St. N, St. Petersburg A nonpartisan political organization 727. 896.5197 lwvspa.org June 12 – General Meeting Military Of cers Association of St. Petersburg 3rd Friday. Pasadena Yacht & Country Club, 6300 Pasadena Point Blvd., Gulfport. Military Of cers that are retired, active duty or former of cers and their spouses or widows invited. RSVP 727.360.2936 moaastpetearea.com

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Military Of cers Wives Club 2nd Tuesday monthly Oct. to May. Banquet Masters, 13355 49th St. N & Ulmerton, Clearwater RSVP necessary 727.812.4868 Military Order of World Wars (Clearwater Chapter) 1st Tuesday 11:30 am, Belleair Country Club, One Country Club Lane, Belleair. Social, lunch & program. Military Of cers retired, active duty, former of cers, spouses, widows invited. RSVP: LTC George Smith 727.786.5578 National Active & Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Chapter 259 – Clearwater 727. 643.7395 No meeting July and August National Active & Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Chapter 1140 4th Monday except June, July, Aug. 11:30 am. Perkins Restaurant, 8841 Park Blvd., Seminole Spouses & guests welcome. narfe.org/chapter1140 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

ATHLETIC CLUBS Clearwater/St. Petersburg Ski Club 2nd Tuesday 6:30 pm Mike’s Pizza & Deli Station, 13560 49th St., Clearwater. Pinellas County’s only ski club. 727.743.3108 snowsharks.org

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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

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

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Events Sunday, July 14 – Tampa Bay Bridal Show Noon – 4 pm, $5, Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa. Spend the afternoon with the area’s bridal experts. Look for great fashions, tips and wedding advice plus door prizes, giveaways and more. tampabay.com/expos/bridal-show Sunday, July 14 – Tampa Bay Rays Watch Party on the Beach vs Baltimore Orioles 1:05 pm, Free/$10 for parking, RumFish Beach Resort by TradeWinds, 6000 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. The game will be broadcast on a huge screen directly on the beach. Fun giveaways. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Coolers are not allowed. Bring your own beach chairs, umbrellas and towels. tradewindsresort.com/Rays Thursday, July 18 – Cult Classics: Clueless 7 – 11 pm, Free, The Dalí Museum, One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg. Grab your lawn chair, don some movie-inspired duds and enjoy free icks, local food truck fare, and cold craft brews. Come early to enjoy The Dali’s extended hours on Thursday nights at reduced $10 admission; then stay for the lm and festivities. 727.823.3767 thedali.org Friday, July 19 – St. Pete Beach 5K Race Series #2 7 pm, $25, 809 Gulf Way, St. Pete Beach. Races are entirely run on the beach, in the sand, for a fun chip-timed 5K run. Stay for a fantastic after-race party including a great free buffet, live DJ and a spectacular sunset. Free kids 200m Fun Run at 6:30 pm before the 5K race. sprr.org/beach-series Saturday, July 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 Saturday, July 20 – Trashion Fashion 8 – 11 pm, $20 General/$45 VIP, ARTpool Gallery, 2030 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. The 12th Annual Recycled Runway Event featuring Tampa Bay’s top designers creating looks from recycled, unorthodox and eco-friendly materials. All ages welcome. Doors open at 8 pm, runway at 9:30 pm. 727.324.3878 artpoolrules.com Friday, July 26 – RPPF Ambassador Performance Series – Solo Young Artist Recital 7:30 – 8:30 pm, $10, St. Petersburg College, Gibbs Campus Music Center, 6605 Fifth Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Participants from the Rebecca Penneys Piano Festival present a thrilling program. 727.341.4360 spcollege.edu/events Friday, July 26 – Cinema on the Sand – Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse 8 pm, Free, Upham Beach, 6850 Beach Plz., St. Pete Beach. Movies will be on a barge so people can oat in the water or sit on the sand to watch the movie. Paradise Grille is a co-sponsor and will provide food and beverages (including alcohol) for purchase. 727.367.2735 spbrec.com Saturday, July 27 – 1000 Paper Cranes Folding Event 10 am – 2 pm, Free, Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Utilizing the idea of origami as a tool for peace, the MFA will provide opportunities for folding cranes in the museum. Visitors can keep their cranes (or any other pattern they make) or leave them on display in the activity space. 727.894.4638 mfastpete.org ParadiseNewsFL.com • facebook.com/ParadiseNews

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Arts & Leisure 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.org Cool ‘N Con dent Toastmasters Mondays 6:30 – 8 pm St. Petersburg College – Gibbs Campus, 6605 5th Ave. N, St. Petersburg RSVP to attend: 850.228.0315 1526154.toastmastersclubs.org Downtown St. Pete Toastmasters Thursdays 6:30 – 7:45 pm St. Petersburg College, Room DC125, 244 2nd Ave. N, St. Petersburg Robert 727.417.5777 downtownstpetetoastmasters.com Gulfport Toastmasters Wednesdays 6:15 – 7:30 pm Gulfport Library, 5501 28th Ave. S, Gulfport 727.709.2183 gulfporttoastmasters.com St. Petersburg Toastmasters Tuesdays 6:15 – 8:30 pm Rococo Steakhouse 655 2nd Ave. S, St. Petersburg stpetetoastmasters.org

THRIFT SHOPS Attic Shoppe 316 Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach Run by St. Albans Church One of longest running thrift shops in St. Pete Beach. 727.360.5647 stalbanstpetebeach.org

CASA Thrift Shop 1011 1st Ave. N, St. Petersburg Wednesday Seniors 55+ save 25%. Monies raised bene t the victims of domestic violence. Donations greatly appreciated. 727.828.1233 casa-stpete.org Creative Thrift Art Store (at Creative Clay) 1846 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg 727.825.0515 creativeclay.org/creative-thrift Pass-A-Grille Beach Community Church Thrift Shop 107 16th Ave. & Pass-A-Grille Way, St. Pete Beach. 727.360.5508 9 am – noon Tue, Wed., Thur., & Sat. Closed June through August Treasures by the Sea Church by the Sea 495 137th Ave., Madeira Beach 727.391.7706 10 am – 2 pm Tuesday & Thursday

DOWNTOWNS GULFPORT mygulfport.us Gulfport Public Library Events mygulfport.evanced.info/signup/calendar June 7 – First Friday Art & Gallery Walk 15 – Third Saturday Art & Gallery Walk July 4 – 4th of July Celebration 5 – First Friday Art & Gallery Walk 14 – Flag Day Ceremony 20 – Third Saturday Art & Gallery Walk August 2 – Art Gecko Show 2 – First Friday Art & Gallery Walk 10 – Gecko Crawl 17 – Third Saturday Art & Gallery Walk ST. PETE BEACH SPB Recreation Center 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach 727.363.9245 spbrec.com St. Pete Beach Public Library Events spblibrary.com/events June 8 – Nerf Battle Tournament 16 – Family Fun Day 21 – St. Pete Beach 5K Race Series #1 22 – Splash & Dash Youth Biathlon July 4 – Rock the Beach 12 – Cinema on the Sand – The Meg 14 – Family Fun Day 19 – St. Pete Beach 5K Race Series #2 26 – Cinema on the Sand – Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse August 9 – Cinema on the Sand – Smokey & the Bandit 11 – Family Fun Day 16 – St. Pete Beach 5K Race Series #3

ST. PETERSBURG stpete.org June 7 – First Friday St. Pete 7 – 9 – Ink Mania Tattoo & Art Expo 8 – Second Saturday ArtWalk 8, 9 – Tampa Bay Caribbean Carnival 20 – Stonewall St Pete Pride Reception 21 – SP2 Concert 21 – Street Food and Craft Beer Festival 22 – Tech Data St Pete Pride Party & Parade 23 – St Pete Pride Festival July 4 – 4th of July Fireworks 5 – First Friday St. Pete 13 – America II Extreme Mud Wars 13 – Second Saturday ArtWalk August 2 – First Friday St. Pete 10 – Second Saturday ArtWalk

SPIRITUAL 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 Sacred Lands 1700 Park St. N, St. Petersburg 727.347.0354 sacredlandspreservationandeducation.org Sunday tours, meditations, special events Soothe Our Souls (S.O.S.) 4737 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach 727.360.7411 sootheoursouls.org Provides complimentary sailing for seriously health-challenged people and their support groups

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 We will take you where you want to go! Sightseeing tours and transportation around Tampa Bay. Call us rst for your transportation needs. 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 June 11 – Twilight on the Town Sacred Lands Preservation and Education 1700 Park St. N, St. Petersburg 727.347.0354 sacredlandspreservationandeducation.org Sundays at 4 pm June 21 – Music and a Meal – Still Friends 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. Thirsty Pelican Tours Pickup in St. Pete Beach, Treasure Island, Downtown St. Pete, Clearwater & Belleair Beach 727.201.8221 thirstypelicantours.com Public and Custom Private Brew Tours in air-conditioned buses 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

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Friday, August 2 – 5th Annual Art Gecko Show Opening Reception 6 – 8 pm, Free, Catherine Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport. View the larger-than-life geckos that will be the centerpiece of a live auction at Gecko Ball to bene t local charities. Includes complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. facebook.com/events/317148875533383 Friday, August 2 – 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, August 2 – 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 Thursday, August 8 – LGBTQ Film Series – Southwest of Salem 7 pm, Free (donations accepted), Gulfport Public Library, 5501 28th Ave. S, Gulfport. Excavates the nightmarish persecution of four Latina lesbians wrongfully convicted of gang-raping two little girls. Feel free to bring your own brown bag supper and beverages. 727.893.1074 facebook.com/GulfportLibraryFL Friday, August 9 – Madeira Beach 5K Sunset Series #3 7 pm, $25 One Race/$65 Three Races, John’s Pass Park Shelter, 12901 Gulf Blvd., Madeira Beach. Runners will take to the sand and enjoy the famous, breath-taking views. Sandy beaches, Rita’s Italian Ice, craft beer, post-race party and sunsets. All races are on the beach. madeirabeach5k.racehawk.com Friday, August 9 – Cinema on the Sand – Smokey and the Bandit 8 pm, Free, Upham Beach, 6850 Beach Plz., St. Pete Beach. Movies will be on a barge so people can oat in the water or sit on the sand to watch the movie. Paradise Grille is a co-sponsor and will provide food and beverages (including alcohol) for purchase. 727.367.2735 spbrec.com Saturday, August 10 – Botany 101 10 – 11:30 am, Free, Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Investigate the fascinating and complex Plant Kingdom in an introduction to botanical science. Both classroom and outdoor activities included. Recommended for adults. 727.453.6500 weedonislandpreserve.org Saturday, August 10 – 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 Sunday, August 11 – Family Fun Day Noon – 3 pm, $2 Youth/Senior/$3 Adult, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach. Enjoy a family fun day at the pool. Music, games, pool bingo, prizes and more. 727.367.2735 spbrec.com Friday, August 16 – St. Pete Beach 5K Race Series #3 7 pm, $20, 809 Gulf Way, St. Pete Beach. Races are entirely run on the beach, in the sand, for a fun chip-timed 5K run. Stay for a fantastic after race party including a great free buffet, live DJ and a spectacular sunset. Free kids 200m Fun Run at 6:30 pm before the 5K race. sprr.org/beach-series

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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 SATURDAYS Locals We Love Saturday Market 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 Williams Park Summer Market June thru August 9 am – 1 pm 1st Ave. N & 3rd St., St. Petersburg 727.455.4921 saturdaymorningmarket.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 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: volunteers@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 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 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 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

Admiral Farragut Academy 501 Park St. N, St. Petersburg Weekly sessions: June 3 – July 25 Rising kindergartners to 12th graders 727.384.5500 ext 220 farragut.org American Stage Sumer Camp Admiral Farragut Academy 501 Park St. N, St. Petersburg Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 2 Three-week session: July 1 – 19 Rising kindergartners to 12th graders 727.823.1600 ext 204 americanstage.org

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 Green Shaman 5418 Gulfport Blvd. S, Gulfport 727.914.3410 thegreenshaman.com Tuesday: Hatha Flow, Spirit Flow Wednesday: Transformational 1st & 3rd Friday: Shamanic 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

Art, Marine Science & Yoga Camp Museum of Fine Arts 255 Beach Dr. 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 Gulfport Recreation Summer Program 5730 Shore Blvd. S, Gulfport Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 9 Completed kindergarten to age14 mygulfport.us/recreation-rec-summer/ Junior Docent Art Camp The Dalí Museum One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg One week sessions: June 10 – 14, June 24 – 28, July 8 – 12, July 22 – 16, Ages 9 – 14 727.823.3767 thedali.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 Lego Robotics Camp St. Pete Beach Recreation Center 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach Weekly sessions: June 3 – 7, June 17 – 21, July 8 – 12, July 15 – 19, 8 years and older 727.363.9245 spbrec.com Madeira Beach Recreation 200 Rex Place, Madeira Beach Full session, half sessions or weekly sessions: June 3 – August 9 Completed kindergarten to starting 8th grade 727.392.0665 madbeachfun.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 Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts Drama, Music, Dance, Musical Theater, 1111 McMullen Booth Rd., Clearwater Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 2 Ages 5 – 14, 727.712.2706 rutheckerdhall.com/ hoffman-school-of-arts

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 Space Odyssey Imagine Museum 1901 Central Ave., St. Petersburg Two weekly sessions: June 10 – 14, July 15 – 19, Ages 11 – 14 727.300.1700 ext 112 imaginemuseum.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 The James Museum Summer Art Camp 150 Central Ave, St. Petersburg Ages 6 – 8: June 10 – 14 and July 3 – 12 Ages 9 – 11: June 24 – 28 and July 22 – 26 thejamesmuseum.org 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 Museum of Fine Arts 255 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg One week-long session: July 22 – 26 Rising 6th – 9th graders 727.896.2667 ext 210 mfastpete.org

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Friends of the St. Pete Beach Library “Spring Silent Auction” of 11 great book gift baskets will see bids close Wednesday, June 12, at 5:00 pm. All proceeds will go the Library for vital upcoming roof & HVAC repairs. Hope you Stopped by the Library at 365 73rd Ave. to check out baskets. You can still get there using Boca Ciega Drive from Corey or 75th Ave. FriENDS OF THE ST. PETErSBurG MAiN LiBrArY Facebook.com/Friendsof St.PetersburgMainLibrary St Petersburg Main Library 3745 9th Ave. N., St Petersburg, FriendsofMainLibrary@gmail.com

GULF BEACHES PUBLiC LiBRARY 200 Municipal Dr., Madeira Beach, 33708 Vincent Gadrix, MLIS, MBA, Director 727.391.2828 gulfbeacheslibrary@icloud.com Gulf Beaches Public Library – June, July & August 2019 Events Closed: Thursday, July 4 – Independence Day

Computer/Mobile Device Help Mondays, June 3 & 24; July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29; August 5, 12, 19 & 26. 1 pm. Ask questions about any of your problem devices. Writer’s Group Mondays, June 3, 10, 17 & 24; July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29; August 5, 12, 19 & 26. 10 am -12 pm. All writers are welcome. Bring a few pages of your current work in progress to share with the group. international Films Tuesdays, June 4, 18 & 25; July 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30; August 6, 20 & 27. 4 pm. Adult Art Classes Tuesday, June 11; Tuesday, August 13. 5 – 7:30pm. Wednesday Movies Wednesdays, June 12, 19 & 26; July 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31; August 7, 14, 21 & 28. 2:30 pm. Popular films, new & old favorites. Call for show titles. investment Club Thursdays, June 6, 13, 20 & 27; July 11, 18 & 25; August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29. 2:30 pm – 4 pm. Join a group of experienced investors in an exchange of ideas about the current market and investment opportunities.

Mah Jong Thursdays, June 6, 13, 20 & 27; July 11, 18 & 25; August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29. 12 pm – 2 pm. GB Scrabble Fridays, June 7, 14, 21 & 28; July 5, 12, 19 & 26; August 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30. 1 pm – 4 pm. Learn some new two letter words! Tampa Bay Scrabble Club Sat. June 8 & 22; July 13 & 27; August 10 & 24. 11 am – 4 pm. NASPA sanctioned club (#699). Bring your boards, clocks, tiles and tracking sheets as available. Lunch, snacks & drinks welcome.

BOOK GrOuPS Chatterbooks Tuesdays, June 18 – Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston; July 16 – Born a Crime by Trevor Noah; August 20 – The All-Girl Filling Station’s Last Reunion by Fannie Flagg. 10:30 am. Adult Summer reading June 14 – August 16. Library Lending Machine Available at 10315 Paradise Blvd, Treasure Island FL 33706.

CHiLDrEN’S PrOGrAMS Baby & Me storytime Wednesdays, June 19 & 26; July 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31; August 7, 14, 21 & 28. 10:30 am. Pre-K storytime Fridays, June 14, 21 & 28; July 5, 12, 19 & 26; August 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 10:30am. Children’s Summer reading Tuesdays - 2 pm starting June 18. ST. PETE BEACH LiBrArY Celebrating 50 years at 365 73rd Ave., SPB, 363-9238 Monday/Wednesday 10-8 Tuesday/Thursday/Friday 10-6 Saturday 10-2 Sunday closed Administrator: Betcinda Kettells Website! SPBLibrary.com Like us on Facebook! facebook.com/SPBLibrary

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NEW AT THE LiBrArY! Learn to play the ukulele! Check out our ukulele kit (includes ukulele, instruction book w/ DVD, & tuner).

TECH TuESDAYS 3 PM June 4, 11, 18, 25 July 2, 9, 16, 23 August 6, 13, 20, 27 Bring us your technology questions and we will be glad to help!

ADuLT PrOGrAMS 4th of July - Library is CLOSED

Movies at the Library Interstellar, Thurs., June 6, 11 am The Upside, Wed., June 19, 2 & 5:30 Apollo 13, Thurs., June 20, 2 pm War of the Worlds,Thurs., June 27,11 Gravity, Wed., July 3, 3 pm Galaxy Quest, Fri., July 12, 11 am The Mustang, Wed., July 17, 2 & 5:30 The Thing, Fri., July 19, 3 pm The Fifth Element, Wed., July 31, 11 TBA, Wed., Aug. 21, 2 & 5:30 pm Mayor's Open Office Monday, 6 - 7 pm Visit with Mayor Alan Johnson June 10, 24 July 8, 22 Aug. 12, 26 Medicare Counseling (reserve one-on-one hour with trained S.H.I.N.E. volunteer) Tuesdays, 10 am-2:30 pm June 11, July 9, Aug. 13 Blind Pass rd. Construction Project Public Meeting Wednesdays at 3:30 pm June 12, July 10, Aug. 14 Science Fiction Name That Tune Friday, June 14, 11 am Lighthouse of Pinellas information & Equipment Demo Tuesdays, 2:30-4:30 pm June 18, July 16, August 20 Play Jeopardy! Thursday, June 20, 11 am Thursday, July 18, 11 am Friday, Aug. 16, 11 am Space-Themed Trivia Contest Wednesday, June 26, 3 pm Topics in American History Presented by David Busch. The Road to Civil War Thursday, June 27, 4 pm Moon Landing Presentation Thursday, July 11, 11 am John Williams discusses the Apollo missions and moon colonization.

Albert Einstein and GPS Wednesday, July 24, 6 pm John Williams discusses Albert Einstein's contribution to GPS. Topics in American History Thursday, August 22, 4 pm Review presented by David Busch. BOOK DiSCuSSiON GrOuP Tuesdays, 10:30 am June 18, Leonardo da Vinci June 25, movie [TBA] July 16, Farewell My Lovely July 23, movie [TBA] August 20, Team of Rivals August 27, no movie

CHiLDrEN'S PrOGrAMS Story Time Sing & Learn Ages 0-5, Mondays, 11 am June 3, 10, 17, 24 July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August 5, 12, 19, 26 DoDads Lab: Outer Space Science Summer reading Kickoff: Learn about the solar system, space travel, gravity, and more, presented with experiments, music, & laughter! Saturday, June 1, 11 am Virtual Jigsaw Puzzle Wednesday, June 5, 1 pm Children's Crafts Galaxy in a jar! Thursday, June 13, 4 pm Pool Noodle Lightsabers! Friday, July 5, 3 pm Soda Bottle Rockets! Thursday, July 18, 4 pm Family Movies Monday, June 3, E.T., 3 pm & 6 pm Monday, June 17, How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World, 5:30 pm Friday, June 28, Wall-E, 3 pm Monday, July 15, Wonder Park, 5:30 pm Wed., July 24, Flight of the Navigator, 11 am Monday, Aug. 19, [TBA], 5:30 pm Snacks & Storytime Friday, June 21, 11 am Thursday, July 11, 3 pm Space-Themed Pictionary Tuesday, July 30, 1 pm Magic & Mayhem present the Moon Bunny Saturday, August 3, 11 am

RESTAURANT RECOMMENDATIONS Blake’s Crab Cakes, 7224 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33707 727-289-2322. Bringing Chesapeake Bay to the Gulf of Mexico Open Tuesday – Friday 11-8, Saturday 11-7. Blake is a Maryland native cooking mostly with family recipes. Large crab cakes are almost all lump crab meat with some flavoring but minimal fillers. Try three minis for $10.99 1 large, 5 oz. juicy and golden brown, $12.99, or two 4 oz. for $20.99. They’re the best! The restaurant is small, but there are a few outside tables as well as a counter and table for 4 inside. Blake also offers: Maryland Crab Soup $6.50, Old Bay fresh-cut Fries $2.99 - $4.99 and Old Bay Wings, $9.50, Dad’s Famous Beef sandwich $7.99, Mom’s Mac & Baby Shrimp, $3.50–$5.50 Grandma’s Cole Slaw $2.50 Ratings on Yelp, Facebook and Google are all 4.5 or above with more than 100 reviews. Blake also loves to cook for parties. Visit Blakescrabcakes.com for info. or call 727-289-2322. While there, check out the Chinese Tea and Sushi place just east of Blake’s. The owner knows teas and Sushi is great! The Wheelhouse Saloon between the two at 7220 Central also gets 4.7 stars on both Google and Yelp with 150 reviews. Craft beers on tap and a creative menu makes it 3 recommended spots in a row in one little strip center. If you try them, please let them know you read about them in Paradise NEWS.

St. Pete Beach Mediterranean Deli and Grille 6355 Gulf Blvd. St. Pete Beach, 33706 727-564-0101 Call ahead for to-go or for fast service. Very affordable! Boars Head Meats and Cheeses, a display case full of Homemade Salads, fresh daily, Lemon Chicken Soup, Greek Salads, Gyro sandwiches, choice of healthier side items or french fries. A full menu of fresh-made deli sandwiches, with gluten free breads and options that even vegans will love. Traditional Greek entrees available as early dinners to eat in or take home. Also best source in town for olives, feta cheese, goat cheese, gluten free breads, cold drinks, imported wines and beers. Check out the reviews online, Tripadvisor has this little treasure rated as #5 out of 103 restaurants in St. Pete Beach, and I guarantee that you’ll leave raving about the place and you’ll wish you’ld discovered it sooner than you did.

BY PETER ROOS Love Thai? Sushi? nori Thai, at 7612 Blind Pass Rd., and Basil Leaf, 6395 Gulf Blvd., in St. Pete Beach both have terrific menus, and delicious, consistent presentation, both with traditional Thai and Japanese cuisine. Popular pricing, generous portions and healthier options make these frequent choices for locals and visitors alike. ALSO, Sushi Rock Grill is now open at Isla Del Sol . How about italian? You can get a Pizza Hut, Dominos or Hungry Howies brought from the mainland, but why would you? You can almost fill the alphabet with better options on the islands and nearby.

A Slice of new York - Corey, Eat In & delivery 5 pm to 4 am most days 727-201-9900 Bueno - Dolphin Village - Quite good! Caruso - New in TI - Top notch family style Da Sesto - On the mainland but worth the trip Feola’s - In Treasure Island hotel lobby Fortunato - Vinny’s latest in S. Pasadena Gennaro - A Pass-a-Grille institution! Gigi - In St. Pete Beach & Treasure Island Manos - new family style near Town Shores Marco - Tierra Verde - New York style pizza Pia’s - Classic Italian in heart of Gulfport Art Portofino - Best food in Skyway Marina Dist. Tony & nellos - Tierra Verde dine-in favorite Tuttorosso - Blind Pass Road - GREAT Verducci - Real chef in charge - The Best! Vito & Michaels - delicious, consistent, fairly priced, family style, eat-in, take-out, quality food 11 am - 4 am 7 days a week.

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By State Represenative Jennifer Webb

- An Interview With State Representative Jennifer Webb

LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

Jennifer Webb won the State House seat for District 69 vacated by Kathleen Peters. We asked her for comments about her first term, and what it means for the people of her district. (i.e. most of us) Q: Tallahassee laws can be a mixed bag for our beach communities. What is one bad bill you helped to defeat for our beaches? A: Slaying Bad Bills: I worked closely with our beach mayors – Mayor Cookie Kennedy even flew up to Tallahassee – to protect our ability to create residential zones by killing the short-term vacation rental bill. Our cities have worked hard to strike a balance between building community and promoting commerce. I heard from many residents who wanted to keep their neighborhoods intact. Fortunately, when the Senate saw our fierce resistance to this bill in the House, they took the bill off of the table. For my work with our cities and my advocacy for home rule, I received awards from Suncoast League of Cities and the Florida League of Cities. Q: What’s some of your proudest accomplishments from your first year as a Representative? A: Keeping Promises: I promised our community that I would continue Commissioner Peters’ work on mental health and substance abuse. I sponsored a bill to re-establish the Office of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention. Everyone who works in this arena agreed that having someone to spearhead our efforts to combat the drug abuse epidemic was essential. I worked diligently with Senator Rouson and the Governor’s office. Within the first half of session, I received a call from the Governor’s office that he thought this bill was so important that he would include it in his Executive Order for combating the Drug Abuse Epidemic. I also promised I would promote career and technical education and keep our costs of living down. My policy solutions that would

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do just this are awaiting July 1st to become law. One would make sure we are investing in vocational/technical education and that this training is linked to jobs that are actually available or sectors we are working to attract to our area. And, I hope to keep more money in our pockets by improving our home warranties. We all know how vital our AC systems are in Florida. Now, when you buy a new home and a home warranty and your AC units go out, it will be replaced without the surprise of additional expenses. Q: What are some key points from the 2019 Session that you think will most impact our beach communities? A: Enjoying our beaches and waterways are our birthright here in paradise. But last year many of us couldn’t even go outside. Our favorite businesses nearly had to shut their doors because tourists were cancelling trips. I promised then to work across the aisle to create policy that would promote red tide and algae mitigation research. I also promised to sponsor appropriations for infrastructure improvement projects. Although only half of my infrastructure projects were funded, we saw great investment in combating red tide. I proudly cosponsored one of these bills. When signed into law, the state will have to invest $3 million/year for the five years to monitor red tide, and sponsor research that develops technology to mitigate and prevent future red tide blooms. The health of our beaches is inextricably linked to the health

of our economy and our families. Q: As you stated above, tourism and the money tourists bring is always on the minds of business in our beach communities. Are you supportive of the Visit Florida program, and do you believe it should continue to receive funding? A: Tourism is the lifeblood of our Pinellas economy, and Visit Florida helps keep it pumping. Indeed, 1,300 of our businesses here benefit directly from the marketing and advertising of Visit Florida. So, I proudly fought alongside its CEO, Dana Young, to fund Visit Florida this session. And, my pledge to the hardworking business owners and employees is to continue this fight as long as I am your State Rep. Q: What was your favorite way to relax in Tallahassee? A: Surprise visits from constituents who bring that beach vibe up to the Capitol and remind me of home. Bragging about how beautiful, laid back, and cool our district is to other House Members. Q: What’s one thing about life in Tallahassee that you wished people knew about? A: You’d never guess it from hardhitting news outlets, but the majority of the time we work in a bipartisan manner and the vast majority of bills are passed with near unanimity. Also, I cannot think of a single House Member with whom I don’t get along personally even if we have policy disagreements. Q: What do you like best about serving the people of House District 69? A: Our love of our little cities, neighborhoods, and — for the most part – each other. Because everyone is out enjoying our slice of paradise, I always have opportunities to chat with people at our many beaches, bars, coffee shops, festivals, and parades. We have such a great community!

DESK OF SHERIFF BOB GUALTIERI Floridians spend half the year on the lookout for hurricanes. When June approaches, it’s time to do an annual check-up on your hurricane preparedness. First, know in which evacuation zone you live. There are many ways to find out: visit pinellascounty.org to look up your area, or download the free Ready Pinellas App on your mobile device. The Pinellas County Interactive Hurricane Evacuation Inquiry Line is available to answer any emergency-related questions: 727-453-3150. In the event of a hurricane warning, emergency management and public safety officials will communicate important messages to the community through broadcast news, social media, and the radio. It’s crucial to monitor these communication channels so that you know if you need to evacuate.

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“if you’re too busy to go fishing, you’re just too darn busy!” – Capt Wilson Hubbard

iNSHOrE - Guys are hooking up with good snook on the beaches around sunrise fishing the trough that runs parallel to the beach with a free-lined live shrimp sitting in that gulley. The night-time action on the big snook around structures of the passes has been super-hot. Use 60-80lb leaders with 1-1.5oz flair hawk lures, big Rapala or Bomber. Live bait works well too, night or day. My favorite snook live bait has always been live pigfish, 4-6 inches free-lined or weighted to the bottom if the current is screaming. Some anglers are catching snook, speckled trout and redfish using soft plastic lures like the Zman on a super light jig head around the mangrove shorelines or deeper grass flats. Triple tail in the bay are still very prolific and they should only get better. Geoff Groves has been catching plenty using a popping cork with a live shrimp under it, casting around the markers, buoys, and any floating debris from the Howard Franklin to the mouth of Tampa Bay. Flounder bite is picking up as summer progresses. They sit in sandy bottom areas waiting to ambush passing baits like small crabs, shrimp and small pinfish. You have to let the bait reach the bottom where they will strike. DOA shrimp are my favorite artificial lure for flounder.

NEAr SHOrE - At 70ft-100ft a large variety of snapper, red grouper and even hooked up with some beautiful black fin tuna on the flat lines! The big lane snapper love live shrimp or small squid chunks 30-40lb test line for leader and a 4ot hook with a high gear ratio reel. The mangrove snapper bite improving using a cut threadfin plug on a double snell rig with 4-5ot hooks and 30-40lb test. To cut the thread fin in a plug you simply cut the head, cut the tail and trim the belly cavity to make a really nice chunk of meat that those aggressive mangrove snapper can’t pass up. As the barometer falls, the fishing should HEAT UP!

OFFSHOrE – Monster yellowtail snapper, mangroves, porgies, nice jacks and fat red grouper plus some decent kingfish on the troll and flat line. The next week nearly a dozen kingfish, some nice blackfin tuna on the troll and flat line too. The red grouper bite was much better from 100-150 foot. Google “How to vent a fish Salt Strong” to learn how to keep them alive. The mangrove snapper action is best offshore around 130-160 foot. Red snapper season is open June 1 st . August 1 st the last day to bring them home! The BEST options are the long-range private fishing charters or the 12-hour extreme

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RESERVATIONS: Eric Whitted of St. Petersburg with a great snook trip or the 39-hour long range overnight trip! Call(727)393-1947 or book online at HubbardsMarina.com Fox 13’s Good Day Tampa Bay fishing segment with Capt. Dylan Hubbard airs Friday mornings at 8:30am to 8:40 am! These segments will have tons of fishing tips, tricks, updates and more. Please tune into Fox 13 on Friday mornings to watch the show and if you are not local, you can watch it LIVE on their website fox13news.com/live

Sunday nights June 9, 16, 23, 30 and July 7, 14, 21, 28 at 8:15 pm is the LiVE SHOW schedule. Join us to learn more about fishing locally and WIN FREE FISHING TRIPS without leaving your house! Don’t forget Capt. Dylan Hubbard LIVE on the Hubbard’s Marina Facebook & YouTube page. This is every Sunday night from 8:30 pm until 9:30 pm

The Egmont Key ferry from Fort De Soto offers 10 am and 11am ferry rides to the island daily this time of year, plus 2 pm on Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday! Spend 3 hours exploring the island after a 20-30 minute ride. They often see dolphins, seabirds and some times even sea turtles on the ride out and back. Visit: hubbardsmarina.com/ egmont-key-ferry-cruise

Hubbard’s Shell Key ferry trips are a great way to spend the day and offer more flexible schedules compared to the rigid Egmont key schedule! We offer these trips DAiLY from the boat ramp at Fort De Soto County Park and they run at 10am, noon and 2pm and the final return time is 4pm! hubbardsmarina.com/ shell-key-ferry/

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June 2019 Astrology Forecast We count down our last three weeks of spring as June begins, with the Sun halfway through adaptable, congenial Gemini! A New Moon in this curious sign occurs on the 3rd and begins a stimulating new lunar cycle with variety being the spice of life! Creative ideas come quickly and there will be many ways to express ourselves with art, writing and communication being just a few! On the 4th, Mercury moves on to the intuitive sign of Cancer; this will bring sensitivity and a second sense to our rationality and thinking process. Pay attention to your intuitive feelings and go with hunches! Love planet Venus joins the Sun in playful Gemini on the 8th and we become more friendly, open and generous in relationships! However, feelings can be changeable and a great deal of freedom is needed to be happy now. Mars, our energy planet is in home loving, sensitive Cancer all month long. Moodiness and emotional frustrations can be released in home projects; and with Mercury joining in, the projects could be many! Talk out feelings but remember others are your sensitive, too! The Full Strawberry Moon in Sagittarius lights up the sky on the 17th! This moon illuminates higher thinking and a need to set yourself free from restrictions. This can be on a physical level as you leave a situation or letting go of worn out beliefs and emotional traps that have held you back. The Summer Solstice on June 21st is the first day of the season as the Sun enters Cancer! for summer fun, family It’s time outings and vacations! The next week Mercury

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moves on to dramatic, dignified Leo on the 26th, giving us grand ideas and more idealistic, romantic thinking. Enjoy the arts, theater and recreation.

SAGITTARIUS: New beginnings with your partner or professionals is likely as others are cooperative now. Endings can occur as you realize it’s time to let go. Financial moves are needed. You take the full moon spotlight.

GEMINI: You’re on stage as your personal new year begins and others willingly assist you! Recreate your image; express yourself! Energy goes into earning. Partner gets attention later as enjoy good times; travel!

CAPRICORN: The gets workplace a new and pleasant direction; make sure you are clear on changes. Health should improve. Energy goes into relationships; modifications occur. Private time takes over mid month.

CANCER: A new path originates with introspection and a look inside yourself. You have energy to spare and are ready to challenge others. Workplace issues and health matters take your attention later this month. LEO: Your social calendar fills as your popularity grows! Watch spending; spreading yourself too thin! You are busy with private matters and deep thoughts. Health breakthroughs occur. Love and fun take the spotlight!

AQUARIUS: Romance and recreation are greatly enjoyed with a new direction! Health concerns may surface to with be addressed. Be careful spending. Your social calendar is in the spotlight; spend time with friends! PISCES: Home and family life is pleasant and can bring new possibilities! Fun and romance take your energy and relationships may bring challenges. Career or position takes center stage and options may be offered now!

VIRGO: Career and position get new options and superiors favor you now! Energy goes into social plans. Home and family matters are in the spotlight. Work with others for clarity and understanding. Learn more about yourself.

ARIES: Travel is on your agenda this month; near or far and near water! New ideas and constant activity get started talks you in June! Pleasant and family time are first! Highlight on understanding, education; expanding mind. TAURUS: Finances are your theme in June. New values, better earning, but watch spending! Learn and discuss as you grow. Resources are in the spotlight as you let go of old ideas and things you no longer need now.

LIBRA: Travel and education bring new interest; getaways whether near or far are pleasurable! Career area is active; you go for what you want. Family concerns may arise. Communication illuminates and enlightens. SCORPIO: A new look into finances results from enhanced resources! Energy goes into ideas and learning. Be cautious when travelling. A spot on income and light values mid month can expand earning potential.

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July 2019 Astrology Forecast The New Moon in intuitive Cancer on the 2nd is a Solar Eclipse as it joins the Sun! The lunar cycle begins with a strong need to balance domestic and professional life with a creative flair! On the 3rd, love planet Venus enters Cancer as well! This brings an on emotional, sentimental state in matters of the heart, and a need for security with our finances as little is wasted now. And next; yes, it’s time again for Mercury to Retrograde on the 7th, beginning in Leo and moving back into Cancer. This month should be all about reviewing, reunions and revisiting on vacations! In fact any RE thing will work but hold off on new projects until next month! Double check plans and appointments, travel arrangements and be flexible with others! The Full Thunder Moon on the 16th in Capricorn is a Lunar Eclipse! This is a powerful day of many planetary energies! It will especially into our awareness that bring areas need structure and transformation. Luckily a bit of creative luck and understanding can go a long way during this intense period. On the 22nd the Sun moves into youthful, dramatic Leo bringing enthusiasm and creativity to our next thirty days! On the 27th the Sun is joined by beautiful Venus and we look at love and money as things to be greatly enjoyed! A Second New Moon this month also called a Black Moon occurs on the 31st in the sign of Leo! This lunar cycle is full of energy and adventure; so get ready to broaden your horizons and enjoy something new! Just minutes later, also on the 31st Mercury will finally start

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moving in a forward direction! However, our trickster planet will accent the full moon fallout as his slow but sure path unfolds and keeps gaining momentum.

necessary modifications. CAPRICORN: A new cycle starts in relationships with partners easy to please. Reconnect and share your intimate thoughts. You are in the full moon spotlight as a personal metamorphosis is accented and realized!

CANCER: Your new year begins now Moonchild! You are favored all month so express yourself and enjoy the attention! Focus on health and finding balance in all relationships; change is good. Income is accented.

may improve AQUARIUS: Health now with a new program for continued results. Get back to good habits. Partners can energize or challenge you. Solitude is enlightening as hidden meanings come to light; let go if needed.

LEO: A new path may be revealed through meditation; introspection. Take a break from everything. You are ready to take on most any challenge now. Health may have breakthroughs and work or duties can be demanding. VIRGO: You are popular with friends and social activities may fill your calendar! Thoughts and dreams lend to introspection; deeper meanings. Spotlight falls on love and fun! Enjoy creative time; bring back a hobby. LIBRA: Career and status is favored and bring new options; reconnect to groups and friends! Communication; short trips likely. Home and family are in the spotlight with transformation the main theme. Pace yourself.

PISCES: Love can go in new directions and bring many pleasing is on your schedule, moments. Fun too; but work vies for your attention. Friends and social calendar are highlighted; expect intense interactions that transform. ARIES: Home life and family time will be enjoyable and begin a new cycle now. Reconnect; put energy into fun and romance! Take a trip if you can get away. Career and position take center stage; you are empowered! TAURUS: Pleasant conversations and short trips keep your days full! Home is active; catch up with family; fix things. The spotlight falls on beliefs, education or maybe a trip which can transform you in many ways. a GEMINI: Income is enhanced new look at earning and finances is in order; research a new plan. Speak your mind but nicely; engage partner. Changes in resources are a necessary metamorphosis; embrace change.

SCORPIO: Travel is in your stars; take a pleasant trip to your favorite place! Career is active and gets your energy which can enhance income. Conversations can open to understanding and allowing timely changes. SAGITTARIUS: Finances improve and call for a new plan with resources. Education or travel offer many options; and revisit. Income review and values bring topics to the surface and reveal

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