Official event video from the City of St. Pete Beach, Florida and St. Pete Beach Fire Rescue from their Truck 23 Push-In Ceremony on Friday, January 19! Video by AB3 Visuals.
Thank you to the team members at St. Pete Beach Fire Rescue for your tireless and dedicated service to our community!
Bay Area Renaissance Festival
The Bay Area Renaissance Festival celebrates another year of adventure! This event is a long-standing event that brings you the adventure, excitement, and spirit of the Renaissance! Travel back in time as you step into the beautifully wooded, 16th century! Thrill to the exploits of Jousting Knights on thundering steeds. Roam the village shoppes for unique crafts as our artisans demonstrate period skills like blacksmithing and woodworking. Delight in comedy, music, magic, and more on their nine stages of entertainment! Learn more at paradisenewsfl.com/2024-ren-fest/.
A Taste of Love Debuts on Hallmark February 19th
The Visit St. Pete/Clearwater Film Commission along with Digital Caviar Film today announced the romantic comedy “A Taste of Love” will make its debut on February 19 at 8 pm EDT on the Hallmark Channel. The project filmed for three weeks in the St. Pete/Clearwater region, with a primary focus on Dunedin, Fla., as the film’s setting.
Viewers will be able to recognize iconic local establishments like Sea Sea Riders, Fenway Hotel, and Wild Iris Café along with some of the beautiful Pinellas County nature at Clearwater Beach, Edgewater Park, and the Pinellas Trail. During the shooting schedule, there were 21 featured cast members along with local talent that participated in the production. This resulted in 350 room nights and 30 local hires with an estimated $1.6 million local spend.
Learn more at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/a-taste-of-love/.
The James Museum Launches Art in Mind
The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art proudly unveils Art in Mind, an innovative initiative developed in collaboration with the University of South Florida’s Judy Genshaft Honors College. The program is aimed at providing an accessible arts experience for adults with dementia and marks a significant step forward in the museum’s commitment to fostering inclusivity and community engagement through the transformative power of art. Through the generosity provided by our donors, this program is offered for free to those who most benefit.
Learn more at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/art-in-mind/.
Get Your Local Business Noticed in Paradise News!
Fall in love with Paradise News this snowbird season! Reach more locals and visitors in print or online by placing your ad or advertorial in the February issue of Paradise NEWS- read by 100,000 locals and visitors online and in print. Book your ad or advertorial now for 2025 for our best rates and placement. Deadline for ads & advertorials in our February LOVE issue is January 10th. To place your ad, contact PETER ROOS by email at sales@ParadiseNewsFL.com or call 727.363.6888!
NEW TIDBITS:
- CLICK HERE to see last week’s tidbits.
- The February Issue is NOW online. Read it here.
- Let us know what you are thinking about what is happening on our local beaches and St. Petersburg by submitting a Letter to the Editor at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/letter/. Letters will be considered for inclusion in an upcoming issue of Paradise News.
- Vendors wanted for Indian Shores St. Patrick’s Day Festival scheduled for Saturday, March 16th 11am-4pm. Click here to learn more.
- The Firestone Grand Prix is looking for friendly and enthusiastic volunteers with a can-do attitude for their Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg on March 8-10th in downtown St. Petersburg. Volunteering at the Event is a unique and fulfilling experience that offers great insight into one of the biggest annual sporting events in Florida! There are a number of different positions available. Learn how you can volunteer at https://www.gpstpete.com/contact/volunteer.
- The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) is reminding residents who irrigate their lawns to “Skip a Week” or more of watering during the cooler months of January and February. Learn more at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/skip-a-week/.
- If you need a unique and special gift for your loved one or want to treat yourself, make sure to check out the LocalShops1 Valentines themed party on Sunday, February 4 at the Floridian Social from 2 to 5pm. Free. 21+. Learn more at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/vday-pop-up-localshops1/.
- The Friends of St. Pete Beach Library “Love Your Library” February Membership Drive takes place at Corey Ave Market Sundays in February. They are looking for Volunteers to greet Market go-ers and share information about membership. Learn more at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/volunteer-with-the-friends-of-st-pete-beach-library/.
- Nan Colton is coming back St. Pete Beach Library for a presentation on Monday, February 5th 6-7 pm in the library’s Community Room. She will portray Louisa May Alcott, the author behind “Little Women.” Learn interesting facts about the woman who was ahead of her time.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
- Cupid’s Undie Run- February 3 REGISTER
- Victorian Valentines Workshop at The Plant Museum- February 3 INFO
- Hearts for the Arts- February 3 INFO
- St. Petersburg Fit City Glow in the Park- February 3 INFO
- Pinellas Medieval Fair- February 3, 4, 10 & 11 INFO
- LocalShops1 Valentine’s Themed Pop-Up- February 4 INFO
- St. Pete Conference on World Affairs- February 6-8 INFO
- Moulin Rouge the Musical at the Straz- February 7-18 TICKETS
- Blooms & Brews at 3 Daughters- February 8 INFO
- SPMOH Happy Hour with the Historian- February 8 REGISTER
- St. Pete Opera presents Opera Scenes- February 8 & 10 TICKETS
- SPB Spring Concert Series Jimmy Buffet Tribute Band- Feb 9 INFO
- Chemistry of Cocktails Feb 9 INFO
- Willie Nelson & Family at The Sound- February 10 TICKETS
- Marine Quest 2024- February 10 INFO
- TASCO Teen Valentine’s Semi-Formal- February 10 TICKETS
- St. Pete 2nd Saturday Art Walk- February 10 MAP
- Gulfport Fine Arts Festival- February 10-11 INFO
- Monster JAM!- February 10-11 TICKETS
- Pinellas Clerk of Circuit Court Valentine’s Day Wedding- February 14 INFO
- Maritana Valentines Day Dinner at The Don Cesar- February 14 INFO
- Fit2Run & 3 Daughters Valentine’s Day 5K- February 14 INFO
- Valentines by the Fort: Ebike Tour of For De Soto- February 14 REGISTER
- Gladys Knight at The Mahaffey- February 14 TICKETS
- The Dome After Dark: Valentines Day Editions- February 16 INFO
- Gulfport ReadOUT 2024- February 16-18 TICKETS
- 65th Annual Queen of Hearts Ball- February 17 INFO
- CMA Jazz by the Bay- February 17 TICKETS
- Rays Fan Fest- February 17 INFO
- Bay Area Renaissance Festival Highland Fling Weekend- February 17-18 INFO
- Grand Central’s Mardi Gras on Central- February 18 INFO
- The Library Book Club: Let Us Descend- February 20 REGISTER
- St. Petersburg Seafood & Music Festival- February 23-25 INFO
- Gulfport’s Get Rescued- February 24 INFO
- Tampa Bay Watch Wedding Stroll- March 3 INFO
- Firestone Grand Prix of St. Pete presented by RP Funding- March 8-10 INFO
- SPB Spring Concert Series Bon Jovi Tribute Band- March 15 INFO
- Indian Shores St. Patrick’s Day Festival- March 16 INFO
- Paddy Fest St. Pete- March 16-17 INFO
- South Pasadena ArtSpring- March 22-23 CALL FOR ARTISTS
- Gulf Beaches Historical Museum Island Festival- March 23 INFO
- ZooBrews at ZooTampa- April 6 EARLY BIRD PRICING TICKETS
REMINDERS
- The February Issue is NOW online. Read it here.
- Reach snowbirds, locals & tourists in 2024 with a print ad in Paradise News! Email Peter Roos at sales@ParadiseNewsFL.com to place your ads in Paradise News in Print.
- Pinellas County Sheriffs Offices wants you to please lock your car doors and stow valuables out of sight.
- CLICK HERE to signup for ALERT PINELLAS to get vital updates during hurricane season.
- Coyotes call Pinellas County home too! CLICK HERE for safety tips for you & your pets.
- Tampa Bay’s wildest night returns Saturday, April 6th! Join ZooTampa for an ALL-INCLUSIVE night filled with up-close wildlife, endless food, unlimited drinks, live music, games, and more at their annual ZooBrews events! Click here to save now with early bird pricing.
- Next spring, Paddy Fest St. Pete is bringing two full days of Irish food, drinks, music, and festivities to Williams Park on Saturday, March 16th and Sunday, March 17th, 2024. Learn more about becoming a sponsor at paradisenewsfl.com/paddy-fest-2024/.
- Three-day tickets to the 2024 Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg presented by RP Funding are now on sale to the public . The iconic race event set for March 8-10 along St. Petersburg’s downtown waterfront will celebrate its 20th annual running in 2024. Learn more at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/2024-grand-prix/.
- The Madeira Beach Fitness Center is now accessible to Madeira Beach residents. Learn more about how you can access the Fitness Center at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/madeira-beach-fitness-center/.
- The City of Gulfport Senior Center’s Telephone Reassurance Program is a free service for Gulfport Residents 50 years of age or older. Volunteers provide daily phone calls to registered members and provide comfort, security, and peace of mind to members and families. Registration is simple and free. If you or someone you know could benefit from this service during this difficult time, please call (727) 893-2237 and register today.
- Reminder to our residents and visitors. No Dogs On The Beach! If you see something, say something. Contact Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Non-Emergency Line at 727-582-6200.
- Connect with the City of Gulfport through their app! CLICK HERE to learn more and download it.
- The City of St. Pete Beach is now using See Click Fix for residents to submit issues to the city. Click here to learn more.
