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Florida CraftArt Members Show opens January 26th
Florida CraftArt’s Annual Members’ Exhibition opens his weekend at Florida CraftArt Gallery in St. Petersburg, Florida. This exhibition showcases the finest contemporary glass, jewelry, fiber, wood, ceramics, metals and mixed media. With hundreds of skilled and accomplished artist members across the country, this show will be spectacular! The exhibit will be on display through February 24th.
RSVP on Facebook at https://floridacraftart.org/craftart/fcafestival/.
Homes Needed for 2024 Pink Flamingo Home Tour
The Gulfport Merchants Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that the highly anticipated 2024 Pink Flamingo Home Tour is just around the corner, taking place on March 2 through the charming Stetson Neighborhood and the Great Northwest. This popular neighborhood is surrounded by many wonderful businesses and offers you a glimpse into Gulfport living, with homes with architectural styles ranging from bungalows to mid-century Florida ranch homes! This year’s tour promises to be a celebration of Gulfport living, featuring unique homes, stunning gardens, and much more. If you have an interesting home that you’d like to showcase during this year’s tour, act fast! Only a few spots remain.
Learn more at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/flamingo-home-registration/.
2024 South Pasadena ArtSpring: CALL FOR ARTISTS
Artists are needed to exhibit their artwork in the following mediums: clay, fiber, wood, metals, glass, photography, paper or paint. Sculptures may be submitted in clay, wood, metals or glass. First, Second and Third Place ribbons will be awarded in three categories (artwork, photography, and sculpture), along with the Mayor’s Award and Honorable Mention ribbons. No entry fee required.
To register or for more information call City Hall at 727-347-4171 or email cityhall@mysouthpasadena.com.
FREE St. Pete Beach Spring Concert Series
Free concerts in the park are back! Join St. Pete Beach Community Center and friends as we kick off our spring concert series! Bring chairs and/or a blanket to sit on and enjoy the beautiful Florida weather and a free concert. Concerts are from 7-9pm at Horan Park. Food, Beer & Wine will be available for purchase. Dates & Bands:
- Friday, February 9th: Jimmy Buffet Tribute Band
- Friday, March 15th: Bon Jovi Tribute Band
- Friday, April 12th: The Powell Brothers
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 December issue of Paradise NEWS- read by 100,000 locals and visitors online and in print. Book your ad or advertorial now for 2024/2025 for our best rates and placement. Deadline for ads & advertorials in our DECEMBER HOLIDAY issue is November 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 January 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.
- 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.
- Despite the gloomy weather, an estimated 25,000 to 30,000 people attended the 46th Annual St. Petersburg Power and Sailboat Show in downtown St. Petersburg last weekend. Click here to learn more.
- The WWE Royal Rumble is set to take place at Tropicana Field in sunny St. Pete, Florida on January 27, 2024! Get your tickets at https://atmlb.com/3NotGVY.
- 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.
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UPCOMING EVENTS:
- WWE Royal Rumble in St. Pete- January 27 TICKETS
- Gasparilla Invasion & Pirate Fest- January 27 INFO
- 3rd Annual Pinellas Taco Fest- January 27-28 INFO
- 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
- 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
- Paddy Fest St. Pete- March 16-17 INFO
- South Pasadena ArtSpring- March 22-23 CALL FOR ARTISTS
- ZooBrews at ZooTampa- April 6 EARLY BIRD PRICING TICKETS
REMINDERS
- The January 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/.
- Clothes To Kids inventory on shoes is extremely low. Sadly, they are out of many sizes starting at children size 12 all the way up to adult size 13 girls, boys, juniors, and young men. Clothes to Kids asks that go through your closets and donate gently used shoes or purchase a pair or two and donate to Clothes To Kids. All children deserve to have shoes that fit them. Learn more about Clothes to Kids & how you can donate at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/ctk-needs-shoes/
- 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.
