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St. Petersburg Community Calendar of Events
Thursday - June 17
Appetite for Art - Artist's Table
Various locations, Noon to 2 p.m., Spend the third Thursday of the month dining with a local artist to discuss their work process and art in general. Reservations recommended. Alissa Hopkins, 727-822-7872 x 2133 or alissa@moreanartscenter.org
Parkshore Grill - Nancee Clark
The Hangar Restaurant - Ruth Philipon
Dali & Beyond Film Series: Edward James - Builder of Dreams
The Dali, 1000 3rd St. S., 6 p.m. Journey into the world of surrealist collector, poet, and architect Edward James and find out more about one the biggest, yet least well-known archtectural monuments of the 20th century he designed and built in Mexico. Free refreshments, beer for sale. Free with paid admission ($5 after 5 p.m. Thursdays). 727-823-3767 or www.thedali.org
Painting at The Palladium with the Kym Purling Trio
The Palladium, 253 5th Ave. N, 7:30 p.m., Witness the blending of art and music as internationally acclaimed jazz pianist Kym Purling and his band interpret selections from the Beatles as four Morean Arts Center painters create portraits of the Fab Four. Tickets $15. 727-822-3590 or www.mypalladium.org
Friday - June 18
Pop-Up Book Workshop with Carol Barton
Florida Craftsmen, 501 Central Ave. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn the art of the pop-up book and learn how to make your own from paper engineer Carol Barton. This year's workshop features carousel books. $125 members/$150 non-members. Space is limited; reserve yours at 727-821-7391.
Grand Central Trolley Hop
Various locations, Central Ave., 4 p.m. to midnight. Hop aboard the Central Ave. Shuttle for an evening of fun, food, & free trolley rides! Purchase your passport ($7 for one or 2/$10) & take advantage of food and drink specials from participating merchants. Keep your passport for discounts in the District until the next Trolley Hop! Ages 21 & up. 727-328-7086 or www.grandcentraldistrict.org
Friday Night Wine & Music Series
BayWalk, 153 2nd Ave. N, 6 to 9 p.m. Toast the start of the weekend with Red Hot Jazz and $3 glasses of wine! This month, your wine donation benefits Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas County. Receive free parking at BayWalk with validation. Every third Friday through November. www.newbaywalk.com
Saturday - June 19
Juneteenth Family Festival
Campbell Park, & Community Center, 601 - 14th St. S, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Join the community celebration of freedom. See head wrapping, make an African pouch or drum, carnival games, health screenings, live music. Free for all ages. Sponsored by the city of St. Petersburg. 727-743-6792 or www.juneteenth-stpete.org
Pop-Up Book Workshop with Carol Barton
Florida Craftsmen, 501 Central Ave. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn the art of the pop-up book and make your own to take home from paper engineer Carol Barton. This year's workshop features carousel books. $125 members/$150 non-members. Space is limited; reserve yours at 727-821-7391.
Florida Highwaymen: Legendary Landscapes
St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave. N.E. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Celebrate the history of the Sunshine State as colorful landscapes from 26 of Florida's most talented "backyard" artists who sold their works along the roadsides. Featured Highwaymen artists R.L. Lewis and Curtis Arnett will provide live demonstrations and answer questions. Original artwork will be available for purchase. 727-894-1052 or www.spmoh.org
Nature Walk
Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S., 10:30 a.m. Spend a leisurely Saturday morning at the Preserve as you learn new facts about Florida's habitats and the animals that call our sanctuary home. Cost:$3 adults/$1.50 children. 727-893-7326 or www.stpete.org/boyd
Super Special Family Day at MFA!
255 Beach Drive, N.E., 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Go on a treasure hunt through the MFA and learn about the Kwatkiutl Clan's Crest Pole; watch a re-enactment of Miep Gies, the woman who sheltered Anne Frank and her family during WWII; go on an interactive journey with the museum's storyteller-in-residence and you may find yourself cast as one of her characters; or learn how to create a miniature crest pole using Model Magic. 727-896-2667 or www.fine-arts.org
Sunday - June 20
Father's Day Brunch at MFA Cafe!
Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Dr. N.E., 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Celebrate Dad's day in the MFA Cafe with a lavish display of breakfast foods, salads, entrees, and desserts then take a tour of the galleries. Reservations are recommended. 727-822-1032 or www.fine-arts.org
Father's Day at Sunken Gardens
Sunken Gardens, 1825 4th St. N. Noon to 4:30 p.m. Celebrate Dad with a stroll through one of St. Petersburg's best kept secrets. Buy one admission, get one free. 727-551-3102 or www.sunkengardens.org
Sunday Jazz Cafe: Ron Gregg Trio with Jim Holibaugh and Kevin Wilder
Royal Theater Midtown, 1011 22nd Street S, 4 to 10 p.m. Third Sunday monthly. Come listen, play or vibe every third Sunday monthly. 727-327-6556 or www.royaltheatermidtown.com
620/620/620 - Sixth Anniversary Celebration & Social Justice Awards Gala
The Studio@620, 620 First Ave. S, 6:20 p.m. Join us as we celebrate six years in the St. Petersburg arts community and our second annual Social Justice Pioneer Award. Live music, spoken word performances and dinner from Banyan Coffee & Tea. $150 per person, RSVP no later than June 17. 727-895-6620 or www.studio620.org
Upcoming Events
June 23
Breakfast With the Mayor
Munch's Restaurant & Sundries, 3920 6th St. S, 7 a.m. Share informal conversation with Mayor Foster over breakfast when he stops by one of St. Pete's oldest diners. Breakfast With the Mayor is held on the fourth Wednesday monthly. www.stpete.org/mayor/breakfastwithmayor.asp
City Budget Forum
City Hall Council Chamber, 175 5th St. N., 6 p.m. Your last opportunity to comment on possible reductions to the city's proposed 2011 spending plan. The city is facing a $12 million general fund shortfall and citizens are invited to share thoughts and ideas with the mayor and City Council. Mayor Foster is expected to make a recommendation to Council by July 1. 727-893-7448 or www.stpete.org/budget/index.asp
June 24
Catalina Marketing Games Extravaganza
The Coliseum, 535 4th Ave. N, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Don't miss the largest indoor games showcase for teens who've completed 6-12th grades including Battle Bots, bouncy boxing, Pong, largescreen Wii video games, 3-on-3 basketball, street hockey, carnival games and a rock wall. Free for individuals, groups contact TASCO to register. Concessions available. Contact Shawn Drouin for info, 727-892-5060.
June 26
St. Pete Pridefest
Central Ave. between 21st & 28th Sts. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Kick off the day with floats, beads, and costumed marchers stepping off from Georgie's Alibi through Kenwood and along Central Ave. Special guests include Grand Marshal City Council member Steve Kornell, with Mr. St. Pete Pride 2010, Miss St. Petersburg Brittany Wardell and Miss Florida Rachael Todd. Then head to the street festival to browse more than 300 vendors, food, live entertainment, dancing and more! 727-388-1382 or www.stpetepride.com
Main Library Summer Book Sale
Main Library, 2745 9th Ave. N, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mark your calendar for this annual event and get some great bargains for your summer reading pleasure. 727-893-7724 or www.splibraries.org/events.htm
Author Appearance - Allison Cesario Paton
South Branch Library, 2300 Roy Hanna Dr. S, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Meet the local author of the Mrs. Bundle mystery series and discover the quaint world of North Pillson Corners, Vermont. The series features family tradition and local color mixed with betrayal, power and intrigue. Free. 727-893-7244 or www.splibraries.org/events.htm
July 4
4th of July Extravaganza and Fireworks
The Pier, 800 2nd Ave. N.E., 1 to 4 p.m. A full day of festivities and fun for the entire family! Music, live performers, face painting, hypnotists capped off with a fireworks extravaganza on the waterfront. 727-893-7441, 727-821-6443 or www.stpetepier.com.
July 17
Sunrise Sale
Set your clocks for 6:43 a.m. and go shopping in your jammies! Enjoy blowout prices from participating retailers and deals from downtown restaurants. Bring a book or new pair of jammies to donate to The Pajama Program www.pajamaprogram.org/index.html. Sponsored by the Downtown Business Association. Look for the yellow streamers & balloons!. www.stpetedowntownbiz.com
October 9
St. Pete Oktoberfest
Grand Central District, 4 to 11 p.m. Join in the fall celebration with this first annual event! Sample beer and cider from local and regional craft breweries, complemented with food from GCD restaurants and vendors, live entertainment and art. Shop for bargains along Central Ave. and in the neighborhood to round out your day. Ages 21 & up. Tickets $25 in advance, $30 day of event. www.stpeteoktoberfest.com or www.grandcentraldistrict.org
November 6
Spa Beach Splash (rescheduled from April)
The Baltic Sea vs. Florida's largest estuary
Pier Aquarium, 800 2nd Ave. N.E., Discover Tampa Bay at this annual event. Play a giant memory game, learn the differences and similarities between this brackish sea and Tampa Bay. 727-803-9799 or www.pieraquarium.org/?EventsB
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