Events

The Mustache sculpture outside of the Dali Museum

Photo by City of St. Petersburg

Yoga at the Pier with Body Electric.

Photo by Body Electric

VIRTUAL & OUTDOOR EVENTS

To submit event info, visit greenbenchmonthly.com/events *Please note: at this time, we are only accepting submissions for virtual events, and outdoor events that require masks and/or social distancing.

Fairgrounds LIVE!: Immersive Conversations

When: Tuesdays at 6pm Where: Online Event Cost: FREE Join Fairgrounds St. Pete - a 12,000 sqft. experiential art exhibition coming soon to the Factory in South St. Pete - for immersive conversations with local artists streamed live on Instagram and Twitch. Follow @ fairgroundstpete on Instagram.

Dillydally with Dalí

When: Thursdays from 5pm5:30pm Where: Online Event Cost: FREE Children 6-11 can discover the creative world of Salvador Dalí through live arts & crafts activities inspired by the Museum’s permanent collection and special exhibits. Each week will feature a new activity, and materials for activities are generally flexible and include standard household items. Participants will explore artistic processes and learn about the exceptional art of Salvador Dalí. Registrants will receive information each week, including Zoom secure login information, lesson plans and material requirements. To register, visit thedali.org.

Biological Diversity: Its Value and How We Can Nurture It

When: Tuesday, Feb. 16th at 2pm Where: Online Event Cost: FREE Episode 2 of Why It Matters, a series that explores environmental issues and current events with a focus on how individuals can make a difference. Meet Elise Bennett, a Staff Attorney with the Center for Biological Diversity here in St. Pete and learn about the scope of the Center’s work, some of the past and current projects the Center is involved with and get to know more about Elise’s concentration on protecting endangered species and wild places here in Florida. Hosted by Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, Center for Biological Diversity and Pinellas County Extension. To register, visit bit.ly/3cn5dip

The 8th Annual Localtopia

When: Saturday, Feb. 20th from 10am-5pm Where: Williams Park, 350 2nd Ave N Cost: FREE Admission; but please consider making a donation to spread the local love St. Pete’s largest “Community Celebration of All Things Local” showcasing nearly 200 of your favorite independent businesses and community organizations. Masks are required! For more info, visit localtopia. keepsaintpetersburglocal.org

Black History Month @ St. Pete Youth Farm

When: Saturday, Feb. 27th at 10am Where: St. Pete Youth Farm, behind Enoch Davis, 1664 12th St S Cost: FREE Join the St. Pete Youth Farm for drumming, book giveaways, and of course lots of outdoor garden work! For more info, visit stpeteyouthfarm.org.

Sunset Yoga with The BE at The Pier!

When: Every First Wednesday from 6pm - 7pm Where: St. Petersburg Pier, 800 2nd Ave NE Cost: FREE; Donations benefit a different organization every month. Class will be grounding but fun, with lots of modifications offered to accommodate everybody. Catch some bay breezes as the sun sets over the big, grassy Family Park. We will practice physical distancing, so please set up your mat at least 6 feet from your neighbor (unless y’all live together). Masks during practice are also encouraged but not required. For more info, visit thebodyelectricyoga.com.

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