EVENTS

Saturday Morning Market

When: weekly, on Saturdays, 9am - 1pm

Where: Williams Park, 350 2nd Ave N until 8/26

Cost: Free Admission

A weekly outdoor market with local farmers who offer organic and sustainably raised fresh vegetables, fruits, and meats; a wide variety of artisan food vendors; juried artists, crafters & makers; an incredible variety of ready-to-eat foods; live music and entertainment. The Market participates in the “Florida Fresh” program that doubles EBT/SNAP dollars for access to fresh fruits and vegetables. saturdaymorningmarket.com

Workshop: Make Your Own Manga In Verse with The Battleground

When: Wednesday, July 12, 7pm - 8pm

Where: Tombolo Books, 2153 1st Avenue South

Cost: Free

Tombolo Books partners with The Battleground for an exciting workshop combining Manga and Poetry! All ages and skill levels welcome. Space is limited, please RSVP. tombolobooks.com

Trash to Treasures Sale

When: Saturday, July 15 9am - 2pm

Where: Garden Club of St.

Petersburg, 500 Sunset Dr S

Cost: Free Admission & Parking

Get out of the heat and find your hidden treasure at the Garden Club’s Trash to Treasures sale. gardenclubstpetersburg.org

Tampa Bay Ice Cream Festival

When: Sunday, July 16, 11am - 8pm

Where: St. Pete Pier, 600 2nd Ave NE

Cost: Free Admission

Purchase ice cream from a wide range of unique and classic ice cream flavors from over 25 vendors, enjoy music, and participate in familyfriendly activities. A day of sweet treats and sun-soaked fun awaits! TampaBayIceCreamFest.com

The 50th Annual Sunrise Sale

When: Thursday, July 20 sale starts at 6:43am

Where: Downtown St. Pete, see map on website for participating businesses

Cost: Free Admission

Tampa Bay’s largest pajama party. It’s a blockbuster summer sale that’s worth getting up before dawn for! Shoppers are encouraged to wear their pajamas and those who do are often treated to extra discounts or small gifts. The event sees downtown filled at dawn with yellow flags, bright balloons and eager shoppers! The event is open to the public, and maps are available to guide people to participating businesses. Follow the Sunrise Sale announcements on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ DBAStPete

PAVA’s 34th Cool Art Show

When: Saturday, July 22, 10am – 5pm, and Sunday, July 23, 10am – 4pm

Where: St. Petersburg Coliseum, 535 4th Ave N

Cost: Free Admission & Parking

Showcasing the best of fine art and fine craft from some of the area’s premier artists, as well as art experiences for all ages. pava-artists.org

Girls Rock St. Pete’s Summer Concert!

When: Saturday, July 22 doors open at 6pm

Where: Jannus Live, 200 1st Ave N STE 206

Cost: $12 in advance / $15 at the door- kids 10 & under are free Eight grrrl-powered bands are ready to ROCK! Show up to let them know their voices matter. Enjoy Anarkitty and other electrifying opening acts, rad merch, a not-so-silent auction, and punk-rock crafting for the whole family. Pizza, vegan hot dogs, and a full bar. VIP Sponsorships are available starting at just $100. girlsrockstpete.org

St. Petersburg Parks & Recreation Kayaking

When: Every fourth Tuesday, 6pm7pm at Coffee Pot Park, 1st St. NE & 31st Ave. NE.

Where: Meet the kayaking instructor, near the Coffee Pot Park boat launch.

Cost: Free!

Enjoy a great work out on the water. Kayaks are provided (10 solo kayaks / 5 tandem kayaks available). Class size is limited; 20 participants max. Must be 16 years or older to participate. Register online. qrco.de/be76jW

For more events, or to submit event information, visit greenbenchmonthly.com/events