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SUMMARY:MUSE 2022
DESCRIPTION:The MUSE Awards are presented by the St. Petersburg Arts Alliance to celebrate the artists and art-lovers in our community. \nNo stiff tuxes\, no boring speeches – it’s a pARTy to uniquely honor the creative individuals who spark St. Petersburg. And a crucial fundraiser for the Arts Alliance’s work. \n***We are committed to keeping our community safe! The MUSE Awards 2022 will be held outside and inside. The St. Pete Arts Alliance and the Morean Center for Clay have implemented CDC required safety precautions and best practices to reduce the transmission of COVID-19. These measures do not eliminate the inherent risk of potential exposure to COVID-19 in public spaces. \nBy attending MUSE 2022\, an in-person event at the Morean Center for Clay\, you voluntarily assume all risks associated with exposure to COVID-19.*** \nMUSE sponsorship helps us help all our arts groups. We facilitate the monthly St. Petersburg Second Saturday ArtWalk; produce the SHINE Mural Festival\, publish ArtBeat\, the only countywide e-newsletter with calls for arts and other cultural news; provide afterschool arts education awards and present arts business educational programs. \nUsually held in February\, this is an evening to re-energize and renew our commitment to collaborating all year long to make St. Petersburg truly a City of the Arts.
URL:https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/event/muse-2022/
LOCATION:Morean Center for Clay\, 420 22nd St S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33712\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220305
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220307
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SUMMARY:Ikebana Annual Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Ikebana International Chapter #65 of Saint Petersburg will hold its 61st Annual Exhibition March 4-6\, 2022 at the Treasure Island Community Center. Free and open to the public\, this elaborate exhibition of Japanese floral design\, known as ikebana\, will feature more than fifty stunning flower arrangements\, all created by members of the chapter. This year’s theme is Wondrous Wood. Those attending can expect to see many shapes\, sizes and varieties of wood\, from driftwood to sculptural branches\, woven into the floral arrangements. Typically\, in ikebana\, the containers or vases in which arrangements are staged are ceramic\, but this year expect to see many made out of wood\, including a number of exquisite baskets created from bamboo or vines.
URL:https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/event/ikebana-annual-exhibition/
LOCATION:Treasure Island Community Center\, 154 106th Ave\, Treasure Island\, FL\, 33706\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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SUMMARY:2022 Pink Flamingo Home Tour
DESCRIPTION:The 2022 Pink Flamingo Home Tour takes you through Gulfport’s Marina District. This popular neighborhood\, nestled against Boca Ciega Bay\, Clam Bayou park\, and the Gulfport marina\, offers you a glimpse into seaside living\, with homes with architectural styles ranging from bungalows to waterfront mid-century Florida ranch homes! \nThe tour also includes some of the Marina District’s thoughtfully – and beautifully – crafted gardens. \nCheck in begins at 10 a.m. at the Boca Ciega Yacht Club. Check in and then walk\, bike\, drive\, or hop the Gulfport Trolley (it’s free) to check out some of the most “Now-I-want-to-move-to-Gulfport” homes and gardens in our marina district. Homeowners are happy to chat about how they’ve made their home the showplace you see\, and you’ll get to peek inside some of the most-talked-about homes in the neighborhood. \nGet tickets now for this popular tour! \nPlease note: Some homes may require you to wear a mask covering your nose and mouth; those homes will have disposable masks at the entrance. Thank you for respecting each owner’s wishes.
URL:https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/event/2022-pink-flamingo-home-tour/
LOCATION:Various Locations in Gulfport\, Gulfport\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220305T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220305T190000
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SUMMARY:Beach Bash at the Pier
DESCRIPTION:A Festival Full of Buttery Lobster Tail\, Crispy Clams Strips\, Savory Scallops\, Fresh Blackened Grouper and Loaded Seafood Jambalaya! Great live music\, craft beer\, cocktails and fun beach games. It’s the 1st Annual Beach Bash at the Pier at Spa Beach Park. \nFeatures Include – \n\nGreat Seafood from Local Restaurants and Food Trucks\nCraft Beers & Cocktails Available for Sale\nLive Music by Great Local Bands\nFun Beach Games and Prizes
URL:https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/event/beach-bash-at-the-pier/
LOCATION:Spa Beach Park at the Pier\, 615 2nd Ave NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220307
DTSTAMP:20260423T105438
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SUMMARY:Skyway 10K
DESCRIPTION:To date\, the SKYWAY BRIDGE RUN™ has raised more than $1.8 million for the Armed Forces Families Foundation! One hundred percent of every race registration fee dollar goes to fund projects that support the families of our service members. Since 2018\, the Armed Forces Families Foundation has been able to contribute nearly $2 million back into our communities for infrastructure projects that benefit the families of our military. \nThe first Sunday in March\, runners and walkers of all levels cross over the span of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge in St. Petersburg\, Florida. Covering three Florida counties\, the bridge serves as the breathtaking setting and 6.2-mile course for a once-in-a-lifetime race. Each year\, 100% of all proceeds benefit the Armed Forces Families Foundation and support our military and their families! \nVIP registration will cost $300 per person and features access to free food and drinks\, VIP restrooms\, a gaming area\, and VIP swag at the VIP tent on race weekend\, both during the race expo on Saturday and on race day on Sunday at Tropicana Field. \nUnlike the 2021 race\, which was held virtually\, the 2022 race is scheduled to resume being held in person. However\, race officials will continue to monitor guidance and recommendations from the CDC and the Florida Department of Health. \nClick Here to Volunteer
URL:https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/event/skyway-10k/
LOCATION:Tropicana Field\, 1 Tropicana Drive\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220313
DTSTAMP:20260423T105438
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SUMMARY:11th Annual Great American Grunt Hunt & Community Fish Fry
DESCRIPTION:Madeira Beach Marina is excited to host the 11th annual Grunt Hunt on March 10th-12th\,2022. The captain’s meeting is Thursday March 10th\, 2022 at 7:00pm. The weigh-in and community fish fry is Saturday March 12\, 2022 starting at 4:00pm. Enjoy a fresh caught fish fry with french fries and slaw for $12 a plate.\n$3500 in prizes!\nRegistration: Youth and Adult Divisions\nEarly Registration (Ends 3-9-2022) $30\nCaptain’s Meeting Registration $40\nAdd Hogfish Division $25\nPlease contact the ship store at 727-399-2631 with any additional questions
URL:https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/event/11th-annual-great-american-grunt-hunt-community-fish-fry/
LOCATION:Madeira Beach Municipal Marina\, 503 150th Ave\, Madeira Beach\, FL\, 33708\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220314
DTSTAMP:20260423T105438
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SUMMARY:Madeira Beach City Wide Garage Sale
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Madeira Beach for the Annual City Wide Garage Sale Weekend\, sunrise to sunset on March 12th & 13th\,2022
URL:https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/event/madeira-beach-city-wide-garage-sale/
LOCATION:City of Madeira Beach\, Madeira Beach\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220312T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220312T210000
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SUMMARY:SHAMROCK FEST
DESCRIPTION:The inaugural SHAMROCK FEST: A St. Patrick’s Day celebration will be Saturday\, March 12th on the St. Pete Pier.  \nEnjoy authentic Irish Beers\, Food\, Rock Tribute Bands\, DJ’s\, Irish Dancers\, Leprechaun Appearances\, and more!  \nLocation: Spa Beach Park on the St. Pete Pier  \nDate & Times: Saturday March 12th\, 2022  1pm to 9pm  \nBuy your tickets in advance online and save!  
URL:https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/event/shamrock-fest/
LOCATION:Spa Beach Park at the Pier\, 615 2nd Ave NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220312T190000
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SUMMARY:Best Seat in the House\, With a Looking Glass Auction
DESCRIPTION:The Best Seat in the House committee is happy to announce the date has been set for our next Best Seat in the House\, With a Looking Glass\, auction! \nThis year there will be an interesting twist! The committee has rounded up gently used chairs\, bar stools\, tables and mirrors (hence the With a Looking Glass!) representing varied genre and periods. The artists selected have already started transforming their masterpieces. \nThe variety of pieces will allow bidders and buyers to find more options for their space and their taste! Stay tuned for information on selected artists\, sneak peeks at their progress and upcoming dates for previewing the items!
URL:https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/event/best-seat-in-the-house-with-a-looking-glass-auction/
LOCATION:Tiki Bar & Grill\, 5519 Shore Blvd. S.\, Gulfport\, FL\, 33707\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL,Art,Gulfport
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220312T203000
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SUMMARY:Party on the Pass
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Mote’s annual Party on the Pass—a fun night full of good food\, good fun and goodwill\, benefitting marine animal rescue\, rehabilitation and release programs at Mote Marine Laboratory. \nGuests will enjoy lite bites at food stations from the area’s best restaurants before dancing the night away. Robert “Pasta” Pantaleo will bring Florida Keys charm to the event\, with a lucky auction winner taking home a one-of-a-kind work of art! \nSaturday\, March 12\, 2022 | 6:30 p.m. \nMote Aquarium Courtyard \n1600 Ken Thompson Parkway\, Sarasota\, FL 34236
URL:https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/event/party-on-the-pass/
LOCATION:MOTE Marine Lab\, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220313T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220313T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T105438
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SUMMARY:An Afternoon Wedding Stroll at Tampa Bay Watch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon wedding show at the Tampa Bay Watch Marine and Education Center. We will host wedding vendor professionals from all over the Tampa Bay area\, including caterers\, florists\, DJs/entertainment specialists\, and photographers\, just to name a few! Our venue will also be available for tours for your big day.
URL:https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/event/an-afternoon-wedding-stroll-at-tampa-bay-watch/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay Watch\, 3000 Pinellas Bayway S\, Tierra Verde\, FL\, 33715\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220313T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220313T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T105438
CREATED:20220124T213950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220124T213950Z
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SUMMARY:St. Pete Beach Music in the Afternoon
DESCRIPTION:Join St. Pete Beach Recreation at our Boca Ciega Ballroom for our popular Music in the Afternoon Series featuring Lew Barrows and the Rhythm Kings! Enjoy listening to live music and dancing at 7701 Boca Ciega Dr. Each event is free and takes place from 2:00 to 4:00pm. Seating is provided.
URL:https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/event/st-pete-beach-music-in-the-afternoon/
LOCATION:Horan Park\, 7701 Boca Ciega Drive\, St. pete Beach\, FL\, 33706\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220317
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220321
DTSTAMP:20260423T105438
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SUMMARY:Gulf Beaches Rotary Spring Break Waterfront Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Gulf Beaches Rotary Club in partnership with City of Madeira Beach will host the Annual Spring Break Waterfront Festival\, which will take place at the Madeira Beach Recreation Complex & ROC Park located at 300 Municipal Drive from Thursday\, March 17 through Sunday\, March 20\, 2022. This 4-day\, fun-filled event will offer a collection of carnival rides provided by Arnold Amusements\, live entertainment as well as awesome food and craft vendors.\nADMISSION IS FREE!
URL:https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/event/gulf-beaches-rotary-spring-break-waterfront-festival/
LOCATION:ROC Park\, 300 Municipal Drive\, Madeira Beach\, FL\, 33708\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220320
DTSTAMP:20260423T105438
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220224T185318Z
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SUMMARY:Gulfport City-Wide Garage Sale
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to clear out the clutter and sign up for permit free City of Gulfport City-Wide Yard Sale. Do not miss this tremendous opportunity to have your Gulfport address on the brochure and google maps for added visibility. For questions\, please contact 727-893-1118.
URL:https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/event/gulfport-city-wide-garage-sale/
LOCATION:City of Gulfport\, Gulfport\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL,Gulfport
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220323T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220323T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T105438
CREATED:20220316T180306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220316T204843Z
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SUMMARY:Women of Jazz XVI
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/event/women-of-jazz-xvi/
LOCATION:Palladium\, 253 Fifth Avenue North\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220325T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220325T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T105438
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SUMMARY:St. Pete Beach Spring Concerts in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Spring Concert Series in Horan Park! Bring your friends\, family and chairs and enjoy a night full of live entertainment! These are FREE events. Food\, beer\, and wine will be available for purchase. \nJan 28:   Fleetwood Max    (7pm-9pm) \nFeb 25:   U2.0 The Ultimate U2 Tribute (7pm-9pm) \nMar 25:   Trezz Hombres ZZ Top Tribute  (7pm-9pm) \nApr 15:   Beatle Beat Beatles Tribute     (7pm-9pm) \nLocation: Horan Park 7701 Boca Ciega Dr. St. Pete Beach FL\, 33706
URL:https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/event/st-pete-beach-spring-concerts-in-the-park-2/
LOCATION:Horan Park\, 7701 Boca Ciega Drive\, St. pete Beach\, FL\, 33706\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220326T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220326T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T105438
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SUMMARY:Gulfport's Art in the Yard Community Art Sale
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for Gulfport’s Art in the Yard event. Gulfport’s community art sale is a bi-annual event occurring in March and November that is open to all resident artists who reside in Gulfport. \nIt is a grassroots event that is sponsored by the City of Gulfport and organized by a few artists for the benefit of the entire arts community.
URL:https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/event/gulfports-art-in-the-yard-community-art-sale/
LOCATION:City of Gulfport\, Gulfport\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL,Art
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220327T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220327T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T105438
CREATED:20220321T200351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220321T200351Z
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SUMMARY:Beer Yoga in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Calling all yoga and brew lovers! Starting March 27th\, you can can connect at Grand Central Brewhouse for Beer Yoga!\nEvery fourth Sunday of the month\, Crystal Kage will lead yogis through Vinyasa flow with accompanying curated jams. For $25\, guests will receive the hour-long yoga class from 10:30am to 11:30am\, one beer\, and thirty minutes of private brewhouse time.
URL:https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/event/beer-yoga-in-the-garden/
LOCATION:Grand Central Brewhouse\, 2340 Central Avenue\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33712\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220327T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220327T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T105438
CREATED:20220217T220005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220217T221325Z
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SUMMARY:Nikole Hannah-Jones\, Pulitzer Prize-winning creator of The 1619 Project\, to speak at Woodson Warriors Scholarships event
DESCRIPTION:Nikole Hannah-Jones\, Pulitzer Prize-winning creator of The 1619 Project\, will speak at The Coliseum in St. Petersburg on Sunday\, March 27\, 2022\, from 4-7 p.m. at a gala fundraiser for the Woodson Warriors Scholarships Fund\, hosted by the Woodson African American Museum of Florida.\nNow in its fourth year\, the Woodson Warriors Scholarship Fund currently supports 30 St. Petersburg African American scholars throughout their undergraduate college studies. When 10 more scholars are added this spring\, the number will be 40.\n“The Woodson Warriors Scholarship program is a valuable tool for local African American students to access needed college funds\,” said St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch in a statement. “I’d like to thank the Carter G. Woodson African American History Museum for its leadership on this important cause\, as well as Nikole Hannah-Jones for lending her time to support the mission.”\nThe program on March 27 will also include presentations from several scholars and a “Bid From the Heart” led by auctioneer Jason Alpert.\nIndividual tickets $100. Sponsorships available. To purchase\, go to URL or click on QR code below. \nAbout Nikole Hannah-Jones\nNikole Hannah-Jones won the 2020 Pulitzer Prize for Commentary for her work on The New York Times’s The 1619 Project\, which\, in the words of the Times\, aimed “to reframe the country’s history by placing the consequences of slavery and the contributions of Black Americans at the very center of the United States’ national narrative.” A staff writer at the New York Times Magazine\, Hannah-Jones has spent her career investigating racial inequality and injustice. Her reporting has earned her the MacArthur Fellowship\, known as the Genius grant\, a Peabody Award\, two George Polk Awards and the National Magazine Award three times. Hannah-Jones also earned the John Chancellor Award for Distinguished Journalism and was named Journalist of the Year by the National Association of Black Journalists and the Newswomen’s Club of New York.\nIn 2020 Hannah-Jones was inducted into the Society of American Historians\, and in 2021 she was named a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. She also serves as the Knight Chair of Race and Journalism at Howard University\, where she is founding the Center for Journalism & Democracy. \nAbout the Woodson Warriors Scholarships\nIn 2019 a silent auction of Jane Bunker’s paintings raised $43\,000 for 17 scholars. In 2021\, through generous donations and painting sales\, $137\,000 was awarded to 30 scholars. Bunker’s paintings are currently on view at the Chihuly Museum through April 24\, 2022. The artist’s proceeds from sales of these paintings will be donated to the scholars.\nIn three years this project has grown substantially thanks to contributions from many generous donors – particularly the Milkey Family Foundation\, the Tampa Bay Rays\, the Valspar Paint Company\, and BayCare Health System.
URL:https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/event/nikole-hannah-jones/
LOCATION:St. Petersburg Coliseum\, 535 4th Ave N\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
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