Disney Throwbacks, Spring for Arts, and Thursday Night Social

Thursday, April 20Sunday, April 23

Spring Festival Get ready for some fun at the Sacred Heart Spring Festival. Check out local vendors, eat yummy fair food, ride crazy rides, and enjoy great entertainment. This five-day event helps raise money for the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Save money and get tickets online. Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 4661 82nd Ave. N., Pinellas Park. Thurs.Fri., 6-11 p.m.; Sat., 12-11 p.m.; Sun., 12-8 p.m. $12-75. 727-541-4447, sacredheartfestival.com

Sand Sculpture Festival Don’t miss your last chance to experience Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival. This sand sculpting festival showcases the craziest sand creations by world-renowned sand artists. You can watch artists create their amazing sculptures. Enjoy live music, fireworks, street performers, and sand sculpting classes. Buy tickets ahead of time online. Pier 60, 1 Causeway Blvd., Clearwater Beach. Thurs., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fri.-Sat., 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-9 p.m. $14. 727-8718060, sugarsandfestival.com

Thursday, April 20Friday, April 21

Anastasia the Musical Watch the spectacular performance of Anastasia the musical. This student-led production by the PCCA tells the story of a brave young woman set on uncovering her past. This musical tells the story of a person discovering who they are and meant to be. PCCA Gibbs High School Grande Theatre, 850 34th St. S., St. Petersburg. 7 p.m. $20. 727-8935452, showtix4u.com

Thursday, April 20

Diana Ross Night Eat, drink, and dance with your Gulfportian neighbors at Thursday Night Social. DJ Daniel has an awesome playlist of songs by the legendary Diana Ross, including her earliest hits, solos, and duets. Don’t worry, you’ll hear other great artists, music, genres, and eras all night. The North End Tap House & Kitchen, 2908 1/2 Beach Blvd. S., Gulfport. 6-10 p.m. 727-290-9682, thenorthendtaphouse.com

Eckerd College Poetry Month Spend an evening with Rooja Mohassessy for National Poetry Month. Mohassessy is an Iranian-born poet, educator, and author of When Your Sky Runs Into Mine, winner of the 22nd Annual Elixir Poetry Prize. All are welcome to join and stay for the post-event book sales and signings. The Helmar and Enole Nielsen Center for Visual Arts Patio, Eckerd College, 4200 54th Ave. S., St. Petersburg. 7 p.m. 727-867-1166, eckerd.edu

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Saturday, April 22

Senior Art Show Immerse yourself in the work of artists at Westminster Shores Senior Art Show and Sale. These artists host a gallery showcasing various art pieces. Engage with some of the artists as they display their acrylic and watercolor paintings, photography, and three-dimensional visual art. Westminster Shores, Sunrise Point Lifelong Learning Center, 5560 Bahama Shores Dr., St. Petersburg. Fri., 5-7 p.m.; Sat., 3-6 p.m. 727-867-2131, westminstershoresfl.org

Friday, April 21

Ron Jeremy – One Woman’s Story

Join author Jennifer Mondello as she talks about her experience with Ron Jeremy. This reservations-required, 18-and-up event will discuss the history of how criminalization of parts of the adult entertainment industry has allowed sexual abuse of women to go unchecked and unpunished. Gulfport History Museum, 5301 28th Ave. S., Gulfport. 7 p.m. $10. info@ gulfporthistoricalsociety.org.

Spring for Art Party Celebrate equality through art with Creative Clay at its Spring for Arts fundraiser. Enjoy a night of art exhibits from members, live painting, live music and theater performances, and a silent auction. Buy a ticket online and you automatically enter a raffle contest to win a five-night stay at a Vidanta luxury resort in Mexico. Nova 535, 535 Dr M.L.K. Jr St N, St. Petersburg. 6-9 p.m. 727-8250515, creativeclay.org

Saturday, April 22

Phoney Baloney Stop phone scams and learn the signs of a scammer from the performance of Phoney Baloney . This “play with purpose” is a collection of true stories about scammers and how they steal from seniors. It showcases a group who meet regularly to swap their scam- mer stories and exchange advice on how to outsmart scammers.

Catherine A. Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Ave. S., Gulfport. 2 p.m. 727-536-7076, sagestheater.org

Disney Throwback Party “T” as in Troy? No. “T” is for travel back in time for this dance party! We’re breaking free from the adult world. Heal your inner child with these Disney throwbacks of the ‘90s and 2000s. Grab your friends to recreate the Cheetah Girls or live a double life as Hannah Montana. Dance your heart out to your childhood favorites. This is an 18+ event. Buy your tickets online. Jannus Live, 200 1st Ave. N., St. Petersburg. 7-11:30 p.m. $18. 727-565-0550, jannuslive.com

Sunday, April 23

Pop-Up Thrift Come on down to this Pop-Up Thrift Market. Explore the variety of second-hand items from vendors as well as upcycled art pieces. Eat and drink as you walk around the artful garden. This family friendly event invites everyone to enjoy the fun in finding unique vintage items. The Movement Sanctuary, 910 5th Ave. N., St. Petersburg. 12-5 p.m. 727-537-0515, themovementsanctuary.com

Tuesday, April 25

Deadline for ArtOUT Submit your art for this year’s ArtOUT. All are welcome to enter any medium of art that relates to this year’s theme “emergence.” This international juried art show is a signature pride program from Gulfport’s LGBTQ Resource Center. Winning entries get cash prizes and go on exhibit at The James Museum in St. Pete. Deadline for entries is April 25. Gulfport Public Library, 5501 28th Ave. S., Gulfport. 727-893-1074, docs.google.com

Thursday, April 27

Beach Mayors’ Town Hall Hear from Pinellas County beach mayors at the State of the Beaches mayors’ town hall. With the help of a moderator, elected officials have the opportunity to discuss what is happening in their beachside cities. All beach businesses and residents are welcome to attend and stay for a meet-and-greet with their mayors. Treasure Island City Hall, 120 108th Ave., Treasure Island. 5:30 p.m. 727-360-4121, isps. spcollege.edu worship

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Good Shepherd Old Catholic Church

2728 53rd St. S. Gulfport, FL 33707 (Entrance on 28th Ave.)

Where ALL are welcome at the Lord’s table. Come and See...

Sunday Mass 9:30am www.goodshepherdocc.net

727-403-7178

St. Vincent’s Thrift Shop

5124 Gulfport Ave S. 33707

AN EPISCOPAL CONGREGATION

330 85th Avenue • St. Pete Beach

Reverend Omar Reyes

Sundays 10:00am Holy Eucharist

Wednesdays 11:00am Holy Eucharist with Prayers for Healing

“St. Alban's is an inviting faith community striving to live out the Gospel of Jesus Christ. So, no matter who you are or where you are on life's journey, you are welcome here.”

727-360-8406 • www.StAlbanStPeteBeach.org

Hours 10 AM to 2PM

Wednesday to Saturday

Paradise Lutheran Church on Treasure Island

10255 Paradise Blvd, Treasure Island

Sunday Service

10am with Holy Communion

727-360-5739 paradiseluth102@gmail.com paradiselutheran.com

Unitarian Universalist United Fellowship

During the pandemic join us Sundays on Zoom.

Discussion -10:30 Program - 11:00

Affiliated with St Vincent’s Episcopal Church

5441 9 th Ave N. • St. Petersburg, FL 33710

Sunday Services 10AM

Misa en Español: Domingos 12PM

Jeanette “Bunny” Nissen

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“You need not think alike to love alike.” - Francis David, 1534 uuunited.org

It is with deep sorrow I announce the passing of my wife, Jeanette, “Bunny” Nissen on March 30 of this year. There will be a celebration of her life on May 20, between 1-5 p.m., at the Town Shores clubhouse.

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The Cleaning Lady

Reliable and dependable. Residential only. Weekly, bi-weekly and monthly. Moving out or moving in cleanouts. Permanent and seasonal residents. Over 25 yrs experience. Feel free to call Angelique: 727-686-7277. References available upon request.

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HANDYMAN SEMI-RETIRED All types of repairs. Small jobs welcome. Quality work at reasonable prices. Honest. Reliable. Free estimates. John: 727-410-2201.

HANDYMAN SERVICES Electrical; ceiling fans, lighting, switches and outlets and other devices.Plumbing; faucets, valves, and other fixtures. Door locks and cabinet hardware. Flips to problem solving and rental punch lists. References upon request. David: 727-851-7548.

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