ON-GOING EVENTS
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Through Sunday, March 28 – Living Color: The Art of the Highwaymen
10am–5pm Monday, Tuesday Wednesday, Friday/10am–8pm Thursday/10am –5pm Saturday & Sunday, $5/$10, Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa. Sixty paintings from five outstanding private collections, featuring the works of the core group of Florida Highwaymen. 813.259.1720 tampamuseum.org
Through Sunday, April 4 – From Chaos to Order
Noon–5pm Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday/noon–8pm Thursday, Friday/10am–5pm Saturday, $10 – $20, Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. The first exhibition to focus on the aesthetics of Greek Geometric art, and the first to demonstrate how stylistic principles in visual art during the Geometric period reflect a characteristically Greek idea of “the beautiful” (kallos). 727.894.4638 mfastpete.org
Through Sunday, April 11 – Van Gogh Alive
11am–6pm Wednesday through Sunday, $8 – $25, The Dalí Museum, One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg. Experience Vincent van Gogh’s works in an immersive art installation that opens a new window into the celebrated painter’s artistic genius. From his famous “Starry Night” to his radiant “Sunflowers,” Van Gogh’s vibrant work invites viewers to revel in color, light and sound. Visitors will feel the sensation of walking right into Van Gogh’s paintings – an experience that is both educational and inspiring. Advance tickets are required. 727.823.3767 thedali.org
EVENTS CALENDAR
Wednesday, February 3 through Sunday, February 14 – Scott and Patti: Get a real job! (Drive-in Concert)
7:30pm Wednesday – Sunday, $75/$99, freeFall Theatre Company, 6099 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Tampa Bay’s favorite (and only) mother and son nightclub act perform an all new, socially distanced extravaganza with live band and special guest via satellite. This irreverent and topical look at what it takes to make a buck in this day and age. Admission is by vehicle (up to 4 occupants). 727.498.5205 freefalltheatre.com
Friday, February 5 through Sunday, February 14 – Almost Maine
8pm Friday & Saturday/2pm Sunday, West Coast Players, 21905 US 19 N, Clearwater. The story of Wally, owner of a roadside café on the wrong side of the road outside Las Vegas, his wife Louise and Janet, a star-struck Midwestern girl. There is a happy ending to this gag-filled comedy that spans four decades. 727.437.2363 wp2.wcplayers.org
Friday, February 12 – Chili Cook-Off
6–8pm, $10, Treasure Island Community Center, 154 10th Ave., Treasure Island.
Ticket allows you to sample and vote on all entries. Beer and wine available for purchase. Free to enter your chili recipe. Tickets must be pre-purchased at the Treasure Island Fire Department (M – F, 8am–4pm). Admission is limited to 100, with social distancing. 727.547.4590 mytreasureisland.org
Friday, February 12 – Movies in Largo Central Park
Dusk, Free, Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Dr., Largo. Gather up the family, grab your blankets and or chairs and enjoy a movie on the big screen. On-site parking and snack concessions are available. No alcohol permitted. playlargo.com/special_events.php
Friday, February 12 – Science After Dark
6–9pm, $12.95 Members/$14.95 Nonmembers, MOSI (Museum of Science & Industry), 4801 E Fowler Ave., Tampa. Fall in love with science at our February Science After Dark! Enjoy light appetizers, beer and wine samplings and the MOSI exhibits while you participate in hands-on science, technology, engineering, art and math fun! Play beat saber using the Oculus Rift, make your own bath bomb, test some adult liquid nitrogen ice cream and so much more! This night is all about fun for the adults! Ages 18 and up. 813.987.6000 mosi.org
Friday, February 12 through Sunday, February 14 – Valentine’s Engagement
Straz Riverwalk, 1010 N W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa. Passion soars and sours in song as all levels of love and heartbreak are expressed during this celebration of the romantic holiday. The performance features Gian Carlo Menotti’s hilarious – and rarely performed – The Telephone along with love songs from opera, Broadway and beyond. 813.229.7827 strazcenter.org
Saturday, February 13 – Galentine’s Day Market
10am–4pm, Free, Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Dr., Largo. Bring your favorite gal pals and peruse various vendor booths, listen to live music, and have a treat from local food vendors. Face masks are recommended when social distancing cannot occur. All vendors must wear a face mask. playlargo.com/special_events.php
Saturday, February 13 – Second Saturday ArtWalk
The studios and galleries of the Central Arts District, EDGE District, Grand Central District, Warehouse Arts District and downtown Waterfront Arts District will welcome visitors. Each venue will set their own Saturday hours. COVID guidelines will be in place at each individual venue. The ArtWalk trolleys will NOT be running due to not having enough space for social distancing. stpeteartsalliance.org/artwalk
Saturday, February 13 – The Simon & Garfunkel Story
8pm, $39 –$100, Bilheimer Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. A critically acclaimed concert style theatre show about two young boys from Queens, New York, who went on to become the world’s most successful music duo of all time. Uses state of the art video projection, incredible lighting and a full live band. 727.791.7400 rutheckerdhall.com/capitol-theatre
Saturday, February 13 and Sunday, February 14 – Downtown Sarasota Festival of the Arts
10am–5pm, Free, 1718 Main St., Sarasota. More than 200 award winning artists showcasing their fine art will transform Main Street into a spectacular art festival experience. artfestival.com/festivals/downtown-sarasota-festival-arts/artist
Saturday, February 13 and Sunday, February 14 – Gulfport Fine Arts Festival
10am–5pm, Free, Gulfport Veterans Park, 5350 31st Ave. S, Gulfport. Talented artists will be showcasing their work in various art media such as paintings, glass, photography, wood, furniture, metal, fiber and much more. Enjoy live entertainment and savor delicious food and beverages. mygulfport.us
Saturday, February 13 through Sunday, February 21 – Love, Loss and What I Wore
7:30pm Friday & Saturday/2pm Sunday, $10 – $23, St. Petersburg City Theatre, 4025 31st St. S, St. Petersburg. A play of monologues and ensemble pieces about women, clothes and memory covering all the important subjects—mothers, prom dresses, mothers, buying bras, mothers, hating purses and why we only wear black. 727.866.1973 spcitytheatre.org
Sunday, February 14 – Annual Wedding in the Gardens
1:30–3:30pm, Florida Botanical Gardens, 12520 Ulmerton Rd., Largo. Single group ceremony uniting multiple couples in marriage. Two ceremonies: 1:30pm for renewals and 2:00pm for the wedding ceremony. The Clerk’s office will live stream the ceremony and couples will be required to pre-register up to two guest maximum to ensure appropriate social distancing. For more information regarding this event and locations to apply for marriage license, visit the Clerk’s website at mypinellasclerk.org or contact Recording Services at 727.464.3008.
Friday, February 19 – The Greatest Love of All
8pm, $32.50 – $59.50, The Mahaffey Theater, 400 1st St. S, St. Petersburg. Whitney Houston’s musical legacy is brought to life in this critically acclaimed tribute show described as “mind-blowingly spot on.” 727.300.2000 themahaffey.com
Friday, February 19 – Movies in Largo Central Park
Dusk, Free, Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Dr., Largo. Gather up the family, grab your blankets and or chairs and enjoy a movie on the big screen. On-site parking and snack concessions are available. No alcohol permitted. playlargo.com/special_events.php
Friday, February 19 through Sunday, February 21 – Thunder by the Bay – Music & Motorcycle Festival
5pm–10pm Friday/10am–10pm Saturday/10am –6pm Sunday, $5/$50/$75/$100, Sarasota County Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota. Features live music, 17 class bike show, Ford truck display, freestyle acts, burnout contest, Jenga, cornhole, 100+ vendor exhibits, craft beer garden and food. thunderbythebay.org
Saturday, February 20 – 4th Annual Largo Car Show
9am–1pm, Free, Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Dr., Largo. There will be trophies for the top 50, plus one Best of Show. WKID 96.7 FM will be live on location playing 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s music. Food vendors will be available on-site for purchase as well as door prizes, a silent auction, and 50/50. playlargo.com/special_events.php
Saturday, February 20 – Third Saturday IndieFaire
5–9pm, Free, Beach Blvd., Gulfport. Features high quality local art and contemporary crafts from across a wide range of mediums, as well as jewelry and locally sourced botanicals in an outdoor and socially distanced manner along scenic Beach Boulevard. visitgulfportflorida.com
Saturday, February 20 and Sunday, February 21 – Dunedin Downtown Craft Festival
10am–5pm, Free, Downtown, 271 Main St., Dunedin. Features some of the country’s finest crafters and artists showcasing American-made handmade items. You’ll find ceramic planters, hair accessories, functional pottery and handmade one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces.
fairsandfestivals.net/states/FL
Sunday, February 21 – Tampa Bay Bridal Show
Noon–4pm, $5, St. Petersburg Coliseum, 535 4th Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Spend the afternoon with the experts; get great tips, financial advice, color schemes, theme ideas and sample goodies from multiple caterers.
tampabay.com/expos
Thursday, February 25 – Notre-Dame de Paris: From 1160 to Tomorrow
10:15–11:45 am, $25 Nonmember, Olli at Eckerd College, E-Classroom. The Gothic Cathedral of Notre Dame is one of the most famous and most visited sites in Paris. Explore the Cathedral from its birth in 1160 to the disastrous fire in April 2019. eckerd.edu/olli/calendar
Tuesday, February 23 through Friday, February 26 – St. Petersburg Conference on World Affairs (Virtual Event)
Times vary. Brings together distinguished diplomats, military, media, and academic experts to discuss critical international issues of the day. A four-day virtual event with over 30 sessions that include panel discussions, presentations, interviews and live performances. Registration required. worldaffairsconference.org
Friday, February 26 – Movies in Largo Central Park
Dusk, Free, Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Dr., Largo. Gather up the family, grab your blankets and or chairs and enjoy a movie on the big screen. On-site parking and snack concessions are available. No alcohol permitted.
playlargo.com/special_events.php
Saturday, February 27 – Gulfport Get Rescued
10am–5pm, Free, 3101 Beach Blvd. S, Gulfport. Features animal rescue organizations, animal-related vendors, an adoptable pet parade, DJ music, artists and crafters, pet services, pet care education, pet food and supplies drive, training demos, bark-b-que and food. fairsandfestivals.net/states/FL
Saturday, February 27 – Navajo Weaving
Noon–12:30pm, Included with admission, The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art, 150 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. This family tour includes a kid-friendly look at select works of art followed by a story. Find out how the Navajo weave colorful blankets and rugs out of wool. Ages 3 –10 with an adult.
727.892.4200 jamesmuseum.org
Saturday, February 27 – Tampa Beer, Bourbon and BBQ Festival
2pm–6pm, $39/$65, Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, 600 N Ashley Dr., Tampa.
Includes bluegrass music, boots, barbeque, bacon, bourbon, biscuits, beer and smoked beasts. The festival will feature music, dance, seminars, cornhole tournament, bourbon tasting, whole hog, and delicious BBQ. drinkeatrelax.com
Saturday, February 27 and Sunday, February 28 – Tampa Bay Home Show
10am–5pm, Free, St. Petersburg Coliseum, 535 4th Ave. N, St. Petersburg. View a wide variety of home products and services. Hundreds of exhibitor booths in one place. Work directly with builders, remodelers, architects, landscapers, contractors and many more home improvement vendors. Tickets are required for entry. Reserve yours today. www.tampabay.com/expos
Saturday, February 27 and Sunday, February 28 – Full Moon Paddle – Kayaking with Mote
Sunset, $36 Members/$40 Nonmembers, Mote Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota. Discover the animals that bring Sarasota Bay to life at night while taking a relaxing paddle on the moonlit water. Ages 18 and up.
941.388.4441 mote.org
Sunday, February 28 – Music in the Afternoon
2–4pm, Free, Horan Park, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach.
Features Lew Barrows and the Rhythm Kings. Enjoy listening to live music while taking in the beautiful scenery. Seating is not provided. stpetebeach.org
Sunday, February 28 – POPera: Opera and the Sea
4pm, Pay what you can, Museum of Fine Arts, North Lawn, 255 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. POPera is a series of Public Opera Performances around the St Petersburg Area. Bring your own chair and socially distance. 727.823.2040 stpeteopera.org
Friday, March 5 – Gulfport First Friday Walk
5–8pm, Free, Beach Blvd., Gulfport. A juried event that welcomes emerging and professional artists in all media. The streets are lined with artisans, entertainment and gourmet goodies. Free live music. visitgulfportflorida.com
Friday, March 5 through Sunday, March 7 – Tampa Bay Boat Show
10am–6pm Friday & Saturday/10am–5pm Sunday, Free, Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. 301, Tampa. This three-day sales event offers a great way to see and compare millions of dollars in boating inventory all in one location. tampabay.com/expos
Friday, March 5 through Sunday, March 21 – Disenchanted!
8pm Thursday, Friday, Saturday/2pm Sunday, $114 Table of four, Eight O’Clock Theatre, 105 Central Park Dr., Largo. Forget the princesses you think you know – these royal renegades are here to comically belt out the truth. This laugh-out-loud 90-minute musical is perfect for a girls’ night or any night where women want to feel empowered. 727.587.6793 eightoclocktheatre.com
Saturday, March 6 – Explore More! Days
11am–2pm, Included in price of admission, Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Visitors will receive a pre-packaged exploration bag with an activity guide and game. This month, the fun inside the exploration bag will center around the special exhibition, Color Riot! How Color Changed Navajo Textiles. Advance ticketing is required. 727.894.4638 mfastpete.org
Saturday, March 6 – Gulfport’s 16th Annual Pink Flamingo Tour…of Gardens
11am –5pm, $10, Gulfport Rec Center, 5730 Shore Blvd, Gulfport. Unlike traditional Pink Flamingo tours, this year’s will be completely outdoors, which makes distancing so much easier. You’ll have the opportunity to stroll through yards and gardens throughout the city. pinkflamingohometour.com
Saturday, March 6 and Sunday, March 7 – Palm Harbor Craft Festival
10am–5pm, Free, 1023 Florida Ave., Palm Harbor. This festival is designed to create a festive craft marketplace experience for all tastes and budgets. artfestival.com/calendar/craft
Saturday, March 13 – FWCOS Orchid Repotting Clinic and Plant Sale
9am–noon, Free, Florida Botanical Gardens, 12520 Ulmerton Rd., Largo.
Florida West Coast Orchid Society (FWCOS) members will repot your orchids and provide you with information on orchid culture. The cost for repotting is $1 per inch, with all proceeds going to FWCOS to offset the cost of the materials. The event will take place under the Tropical Pavilion in the East Gardens.
727.582.2100 flbg.org
Saturday, March 13 – Second Saturday ArtWalk
The studios and galleries of the Central Arts District, EDGE District, Grand Central District, Warehouse Arts District and downtown Waterfront Arts District will welcome visitors. Each venue will set their own Saturday hours. COVID guidelines will be in place at each individual venue. The ArtWalk trolleys will NOT be running due to not having enough space for social distancing. stpeteartsalliance.org/artwalk
Saturday, March 13 – Winterfest on the Rocks (Virtual Event)
10am–4pm, Free, Calvary Episcopal Church, 1615 1st St., Indian Rocks Beach.
A virtual experience, via “CEC” (Calvary Episcopal Church) on Facebook Live and other social media locations. Highlights arts and crafts vendors from near and far as well as local small businesses. An in-home “Shop ‘til You Drop” extravaganza. Live music and entertainment will be featured during the day and there will be a “Southern Hospitality” meal available for take-out. 727.595.2874 or 727.580.8237 calvaryirb.org/winterfest
Saturday, March 20 – Paul Anka Sings Sinatra
8pm, $59 – $198.75, Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 N McMullen Booth Rd., Clearwater.
Paul Anka, one of the biggest teen idols of the late ’50s, shaped a generation with hits like “Diana,” “Lonely Boy” and “Put Your Head on My Shoulder.” 727.791.7400 rutheckerdhall.com
Saturday, March 20 – Paula Poundstone
7:30pm, $35 – $95, Bilheimer Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. A popular panelist on NPR’s #1 show, the weekly comedy news quiz, Wait Wait…Don’t Tell Me, she is heard in 5 million homes across the country as she matches wits with some of the country’s leading pundits. 727.791.7400 rutheckerdhall.com/capitol-theatre
Saturday, March 20 – Southeastern Guide Dogs Walkathon
9am, Free, Demens Landing Park, Bayshore Dr. SE & 1st Ave. SE, St. Petersburg. Bring your family, bring your dogs, bring your friends and bring your friends’ dogs to the 2021 Walkathon. This free, family-friendly event includes a 3K walk and a Waggin’ Tails Festival with live music, food, vendors and an exciting raffle drawing. Southeastern Guide Dogs’ largest fundraiser of the year. participate.guidedogs.org/site/PageNavigator/walkathon_landing
Saturday, March 20 – Third Saturday IndieFaire
5–9pm, Free, Beach Blvd., Gulfport. Features high quality local art and contemporary crafts from across a wide range of mediums, as well as jewelry and locally sourced botanicals in an outdoor and socially distanced manner along scenic Beach Boulevard. visitgulfportflorida.com