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An Artsy Weekend, Markets and More By Abby Baker
Find links for these events — and many other things to do — online at thegabber.com/events. Thursday, January 21 - Thursday, January 28 Let’s Go: Vincent Van Gogh Exhibition Come on postImpressionism nerds, immerse yourself in “Van Gogh Alive,” a Vincent Van Gogh art installation at the Dali Museum. Walk into “The Starry Night” and stare back at a wall of Van Gogh super-sized portraits. This large-scale 3,000 piece exhibition will be on display until April 11. The Salvador Dalí Museum, One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg. $25 MR SD Friday, January 22 Treasure Island Treats: Get Some Fresh Air at Friday’s Market If there’s one thing Pinellas has no shortage of, it’s outdoor marketplaces. From December through April, the Treasure Island Friday Morning Market will feature, you guessed it, local art, produce, foods, flowers, plants and “interesting flea items.” This is an open air outdoor bazaar so mask up, and come out. Treasure Island Community Center, 154 106th Ave., Treasure Island. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. MR SD DF
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Friday, January 22 Florida-Friendly Friday: Rainwater Harvesting When it rains, it pours. Tampa Bay and surrounding areas can average 50-60 inches of rain annually, so why not take advantage of this aspect of the Sunshine State? Expert Jonathan Prieto will explore moneywise approaches for preventing runoff, reducing water pollution and harvesting rainwater. Pinellas County residents can get free rain barrels. sfyl.ifas.ufl. edu/ 9:30-10:30 a.m. VT Friday January 22 - Sunday, January 24 Three Days of Fun at John’s Pass Arts Weekend Eighty vendors on one boardwalk. From Friday to Sunday John’s Pass Village and Boardwalk will be alive with art, music and local flavors. There will be live music from local favorites like the Aqua Kittens, Jeff Applefield, The Petty Experience and more. Get in on the fun, support local creators and enjoy this annual seaside event all weekend long. John’s Pass, 12901 Gulf Blvd Madeira Beach 2:30-7 p.m. MR SD DF Saturday, January 23 Sunny Saturdays: St. Pete Saturday Morning Market Shop local, St. Petersburg. Skip the grocery store trip this week and check out this St. Pete
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farmers market. Featuring fresh fruits and veggies, soaps, arts and much more, Every weather-permitting Saturday until May. For safety reasons, there is no live music and fewer vendors this year, however you can order online and pick up without leaving your car. saturdaymorningmarket.com, Al Lang Stadium, 230 1st St SE. 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. MR SD
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Saturday, January 23 Arts Village Block Party in Pinellas Park Join art lovers at this block party with a twist, and find your next local masterpiece. Wait until sunset, and have your pick of sculptures, acrylics and photography all down the blooming mecca that is the Pinellas Park Arts Village. There will be gallery style work at studios such as Pompei Monster Factory and Swartz Art along with 10-feet-apart vendor tents throughout the village. If you’re in it for the festivities, take a stop at Bottles Pub and enjoy live music in their beer garden. Pinellas Arts Village, 5601 Park Blvd N., Pinellas Park. 4-9 p.m. MR SD
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Sunday, January 24 For your Soul: Sound Baths and Singing Bowls Treat yourself to a spiritual class that may surprise you. Sound therapists and yogis will be using instruments such as singing bowls and didgeridoo to promote healing and thoughtfulness, every Sunday. Bring your own yoga mat and an open mind. Awakening Wellness Center, 2126 1st Ave S., St. Petersburg. 6:30-7:30 p.m. $18
theGabber.com | January 21, 2021 - January 27, 2021
