Murals, Mini Golf and Fun for Rays Fans

By Abby Baker

Find links for these events — and many other things to do — online at thegabber.com/events.

Friday, March 26 Treasure Island Treats: 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 outdoor bazaar, but masks are recommended. Treasure Island Community Center, 154 106th Ave. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Mini Golf Pop Up in Pinellas Park Miniature golf without the commitment. Pompei Monster Factory is hosting a three-day pop up mini golf event in the vacant lot next to the studio. In 21 days, the factory will put together as many golf holes as scientifically possible, along with a Tiki bar by Bottles Pub. Check it out – it’s fleeting. Pompei Monster Factory, 5681 Park Blvd. 3-8 p.m.

Friday, March 26 – Saturday, March 27 Volleying in Treasure Island Summer sport lovers can get in the spring break

spirit, students or not, in Treasure Island at the Sunshine State Outdoor Volleyball Association Spring Break Beach Volleyball Tournament. Once tickets are purchased, there’s a strict free beer policy, provided by Welton Brewery, all day long. Admission at ssova.com. 10650 Gulf Blvd. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday, March 27 Childs Park Wellness Walk Come out, meet the neighbors and enjoy Childs Park for a monthly wellness walk around the neighborhood. Bring a water bottle, a mask and Floridian summer gear for this casual, outdoor event. Childs Park, 1227 43rd St. S. 9-11 a.m.

Crafter’s Closet Sale Got Art? Get your gently used arts and craft supplies, as well as artwork, prints, frames and mats, fabric, tiles, jewelry, art books and more during the Crafter’s Closet Sale. This is a chance for creators to stock up on materials, and browse local artist collections in the parking lot. Profits go to the Gulf Coast Artists’ Alliance. 5619 70th Ave. N. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Walk, Talk and Check Out the Murals Are you really a St. Petersburg local if you don’t know the backstory of the art downtown? In intimate groups of no more than 10, trek four blocks and back while learning the history of prominent murals in the area. Wear your most trusted walking shoes, bring water and mask up before being immersed in public art. Florida CraftArt, 501 Central Ave. 10-11:30 a.m.

Art in the Yard Original art brings all the buyers to the yard. It’s Gulfport’s Art in the Yard permit-free residence sale! This community event promotes local artists, emerging and seasoned, to showcase their creations from home. Check out the classified section of this week’s Gabber for a full list of addresses. City of Gulfport, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Drive-Thru Fan Fest Fan Fest, a celebration that kicks off the starting season for the Tampa Bay Rays, will not see the inside of the famous domed stadium this year. Instead, fans can drive through the festivities in a tailgate-style event and take photos, participate in contests, grab giveaways and become a part of the team, all from their vehicles. Season members get the first pick of spots, and everyone else can drive up for just a $10 donation to the Rays Baseball Foundation and Rowdies Soccer Fund. Tropicana Field, 1 Tropicana Dr. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sunday, March 28

Corey Ave. Sunday Market Yet another fresh-air market to peruse this Sunday funday. Shop more than 60 vendors and brag about all the raw honey, fresh spices, sustainable veggies and local art you stumbled upon. Corey Avenue, 595 Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.