Weekly Tidbits January 19, 2023

Check out some of what people got to experience at last Saturday’s City of South Pasadena Fire Station Open House. Connect with the City of South Pasadena on their Facebook page at Facebook.com/CityofSouthPasadenaFL. Sign up for their weekly emails at mysouthpasadena.com/.


PIE Reveals Airside Murals

PIE’s airside is more vibrant than ever with its debut of two new murals with a Welcome to Florida spirit.  Mural artists Laura “Miss Crit” Spencer and Leo Gomez were selected by an arts committee panel in September to create new murals on Gate 12 airside walls.  Visible to passengers arriving and departing from Gates 7-11 and Gate 12, these murals transformed the slate gray walls with Leo’s “Go Easy” Welcome to Florida message and Laura “Miss Crit” Spencer’s Florida colorful flora and fauna ecosystem mural into a uniquely inviting arrival. Learn more about the artists & see more pictures at www.paradisenewsfl.com/pie-murals/.


Donate to DFAC’s Trashy Treasures Art Sale

The Dunedin Fine Art Center is currently accepting GENTLY used artwork and art related supplies for the Annual Trashy Treasures Art Sale, Tampa Bay’s BIGGEST and most beloved Art Garage Sale.The sale will take place on Sunday, March 19, 2022, 1pm – 4pm. Please drop by your donations to DFAC. Donations will be accepted January 28th, as well as February 1st & 4th 9 am-1pm. Learn more at www.paradisenewsfl.com/trashy-treasures/.


Place Your 2023 Ads in Paradise News

Reach locals, snowbirds and tourists in 2023 with a PRINT AD in Paradise News! Over 36,000 copies of Paradise News are circulated throughout our local beach communities and St. Petersburg in racks & stacks at your favorite local business and 20,000+ mailboxes. To learn more about advertising email Peter Roos 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.
  • DRV Gallery is pleased to unveil Art for a Cause, a juried exhibition for artists to support a cause of their choice, today, Thursday, January 19th from 6-8pm with an opening reception and awards ceremony open to the public. Learn more at www.paradisenewsfl.com/art-for-a-cause-2023/.
  • January is Financial Wellness Month! Drop by the St. Pete Beach Library circulation desk and ask for a Money Matters kit for kids. Kits are limited, get one while they last! Visit SPBLibrary.com for details about their other programs.
  • Join MOTE Marine Lab for their special in-person and virtual lecture series Monday this January! Topics include Gulf of Mexico blue holes and aquaculture’s role in the global food security agenda. Click here to learn more and register.
  • Tampa Bay Watch Director Peter A. Clark discusses the recent red tide blooms around Pinellas County in a letter to the editor in our January issue. Read his letter at paradisenewsfl.com/red-menace/.
  • In conjunction with The Dalí’s current special exhibition The Shape of Dreams, they invite you to share original artwork that depicts a story from one of your dreams. All entries will be juried by a panel of Dalí Museum staff members, narrowing the submissions to three (3) finalists, and posted on TheDali.org by March 1, 2023. Click here to learn more & submit your art.
  • UPDATE FROM SKYWAY MARINA DISTRICT: As The Manhattan St. Petersburg’s development process progresses, they are excited to announce that they are now securing reservations for their 111 condo-style residences! Residences at The Manhattan—St. Petersburg will feature sweeping panoramic views, smart technology, and spacious, light-filled floor plans. Visit https://manhattanstpete.com/ to learn more.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

  • Crimes of the Hearts at American Stage- January 11- February 5 TICKETS
  • Gulfport Community Players present Exit Laughing- January 12-22 TICKETS
  • St. Petersburg Power & Sailboat Show- January 19-21 INFO
  • Midnight in Paris Collectors Circle Gala at MFA St. Pete- January 21 RSVP HERE
  • Cajun Occasion- February 10 INFO
  • Cupid’s Undie Run- February 11 INFO

REMINDERS

  • The January Issue is NOW online. Read it here
  • Reach snowbirds, locals & tourists in 2023 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.
  • Click here to find Sarah Lyons’ Astrology Forecast for your sign.
  • CLICK HERE to see last week’s tidbits.
  • The JANUARY Issue is NOW online. Read it here.
  • January is Financial Wellness Month! Drop by the St. Pete Beach Library circulation desk and ask for a Money Matters kit for kids. Kits are limited, get one while they last! Visit SPBLibrary.com for details about their other programs.
  • Join MOTE Marine Lab for their special in-person and virtual lecture series Monday this January! Topics include Gulf of Mexico blue holes and aquaculture’s role in the global food security agenda. Click here to learn more and register.
  • Tampa Bay Watch Director Peter A. Clark discusses the recent red tide blooms around Pinellas County in a letter to the editor in our January issue. Read his letter at paradisenewsfl.com/red-menace/.
  • In conjunction with The Dalí’s current special exhibition The Shape of Dreams, they invite you to share original artwork that depicts a story from one of your dreams. All entries will be juried by a panel of Dalí Museum staff members, narrowing the submissions to three (3) finalists, and posted on TheDali.org by March 1, 2023. Click here to learn more & submit your art.
  • UPDATE FROM SKYWAY MARINA DISTRICT: As The Manhattan St. Petersburg’s development process progresses, they are excited to announce that they are now securing reservations for their 111 condo-style residences! Residences at The Manhattan—St. Petersburg will feature sweeping panoramic views, smart technology, and spacious, light-filled floor plans. Visit https://manhattanstpete.com/ to learn more.
  • Clothes To Kids has seen a significant increase in the number of shoppers they serve and anticipate this number growing more in the year to come. Families in our community are experiencing homelessness and unforeseen difficult situations. Learn how you can help at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/please-donate-to-ctk/.
  • Treasure Islettes Bingo every Thursday at 6:30PM at the Treasure Island Community Center. Come for an evening of great fun, food and friendly people – Jackpot $200 – $250! Free parking, free coffee and tea. Great snack bar. All proceeds go to charity and college scholarships.  Doors open at 6 PM.  Questions? Call 727-270-3178.
  • 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.

January Issue

Read the January issue online at www.paradisenewsfl.com/current-issue/.


January Features

DOWNTOWN CONCIERGE

Nanette Wiser on sensational eats, sips and shops in downtown St. Pete including Localtopia.

TIDBITS

Local Pinellas County & Tampa Bay community updates & news.

Best Beaches

Staycay, or vacay, Pinellas County’s 35 miles of sugar-sand bliss has a best beach for every activity, from sunbathing to paddleboarding.

HANGING AROUND: Sunrunner Adventures

Caron Schwartz takes us out on the town for bagels & books via St. Pete’s Sunrunner.

THE HELM: Provisions & Coastal Fare in St. Pete Beach

Family-owned and operated, The Helm showcases stylish décor, sensational seafood, a unique raw bar, seductive salads, and savory dishes you can enjoy there or take home.

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