October 2014 Issue of Paradise News Magazine

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They have many years of management experience and you can be assured of old fashioned friendly and accommodating service, the real Florida kind!

YES BRING YOUR PETS (they deserve a vacation at the beach too) and invite friends and family to visit for the day (our only restriction is the parking is limited to one space per room, but offsite parking is available nearby). Enjoy your vacation the way YOU want to because after all, isn’t that what life is all about?

Weddings, Renewal of Vows & Memorials on our beach are welcome.

We have had more than one happy event here and, in fact, the owners renewed their vows after over 30 years of marriage.

Sun Burst Inn is located in Indian Shores, Florida directly on the beautiful beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. Our hotel is within easy reach of shops, restaurants and all you need for a wonderful vacation experience with a regular bus service at your door step if you need it. Our inn has eleven units, all with either kitchenettes or full kitchens, so it’s your choice depending on what you feel you need. All units in our two story beachfront facility are either directly facing the world famous Gulf beaches, or a few steps from the beach.

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Experience the local bars, restaurants and shops. The Gulf Beach area provides many fun things to do because we are within easy driving range of attractions like Busch Gardens, Clearwater Aquarium (Home of Winter the Dolphin), Salvador Dali Museum, Lowry Park Zoo and for shopping there’s John’s Pass Village and the Ellenton Outlet Center.

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*Outside Racks & Inside Stacks To Name Just A Few PASS-A-GRILLE Merry Pier The SeaHorse Pasa-A-Taco* Paradise Grille* Paradiso Boutique Bamboozle Boutique The Wharf Shaners Land & Sea Market Sea Critters Gennaro’s Hurley Realty Nancy Markoe Gallery Suntan Art Center Loews - Don CeSar Resort

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The Invasive LionFish - by Peter A. Roos They are aggressive and have poisonous barbs. The good news...they are delicious!

Pass-a-Grille - Preserving Historic Appeal

by Steve Traiman & Chelsey Welden Workshops and wakabouts help the community to focus on its history.

November 4th Elections - by Peter Roos Medical Marijuana and the future of local public transportation depend on your vote.

Medical Marijuana - by Steve Traiman Ballot Wording and how the candidates feel about Amendment 2 Not Just Another War Story Teller

by Steve Traiman Between volunteer obligations and travel Wayne MacDowell spent 9 years writing his 2nd book.

DEPARTMENTS TIDBITS OF NEWS..............8 -15 PUBLISHER’S MESSAGE ...........14 BOOKS THE NEW POT BARONS ...16 LETTERS ..............................19 ART NEWS ...................22 - 24 HEALTH - MEDICARE BASICS BY STEVE REISER .................25 PROPERTY LAW -TOM BRODERSEN ..26 FISHING REPORT-MARK HUBBARD 27 REAL ESTATE - JIM BEGGINS ....28 LIBRARIES ............................38 RECREATION .........................39 ARTS & LEISURE .........41-49,53 EVENTS CALENDAR ..........42 - 48 CLASSIFIED ADS .............50 - 51 ASTROLOGY - SARAH LYONS ...52 PLAYING AROUND ................ 60 COVER DESIGN - Lorrie Bellinger ART DIRECTION - Renee Roos

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Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber 5th/3rd Bank Agave Mexican / Pappy’s Synovus Bank SPB Produce-Deli Scoops Ice Cream Coldwell Banker Real Estate* Nori Thai Gulf to Bay Bait & Tackle St Pete Beach Library St Pete Beach City Hall Vito & Michaels’ Riptides Watering Hole Lou’s Florist St Pete Beach Realty Paradise Grille - Upham* Nina’s Cafe* Keller Williams Realty*

DOLPHIN VILLAGE Dolphin Hairstylists Dolphin Liquors UPS Store Cafe Soleil Regions Bank Dolphin Beach Resort* New China Restaurant

COREY AREA DISTRICT Art Expo* Chill Paradise Gifts* Beach Theatre* Jackie’s Bistro & Jazz Bar* Frog Pond Restaurant* Keller Williams Realty*

TREASURE ISLAND Bilmar Hotel Lobby Sloppy Joes Walgreens T.I. Hardware The Pearl* ReMax Metro T.I. & Mad. Beach Chamber* Gator’s on the Pass T.I. Chamber Kiosk

JOHN’S PASS VILLAGE Friendly Fisherman Restaurant Chamber Kiosk Spice & Tea Exchange Kilwins Ice Cream

MADIERA BEACH Winn Dixie Post Office Thai Am II Thai Restuarant

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GULFPORT Gulfport Chamber of Commerce Habana Café Backfin Blue Restaurant Seabreeze Inn Gulfport Library & City Hall Gulfport Casino Mangia Gourmet

ISLA DEL SOL & BAYWAY ISLES Regions Bank Island Salon* Subway*

Isla Yacht & Country Club Sterling Dry Cleaners Patchingtons

TIERRA VERDE Billy’s Stone Crab Restaurant Island Grille & Raw Bar* Tierra Verde Hardware Phila Deli

ReMax Metro TD Bank Marco’s Wong Lee’s*

SOUTH PASADENA _______________ Palms of Pasadena Hospital

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St. Pete Museum exhibits Florida’s 1st Visitors - on loan from Spain, the story of ‘La Florida’ birthplace of America.

Final Word - by Julian Fant Fresh Sand on the Beach Epic Salt Marsh Planting to Restore Rock Ponds

“No person will make a great business who wants to do it all himself or get all the credit.” - Andrew Carnegie

Vinoy Hotel Morean Art Center Florida Craftsmen

Holocaust Museum Craftsman House Hotels & Restaurants

GRAND CENTRAL DISTRICT Grand Central Stained Glass Ferg’s Sports Bar

Cigar Loft

TYRONE Cody’s Road House* Harold Seltzer Steak House

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Tidbits of News

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An almost completed Bayway Bridge, at sunset. The Bridge officially opens with a Bash on October 18th.

This photo was taken by photographer, Paul Richardson of Brandon, FL wth a drone. (813) 421-5299

It only seems like it took forever for Orion Construction to complete the new Bayway Bridge from Isla Del Sol to St. Pete Beach at the Loews Don CeSar Beach Resort & Spa. The new, raised bridge means no more waits while boats go by, so any inconvenience we may have felt during construction will be quickly offset by time saved more frequently. Also, the glimpse one gets of the Gulf of Mexico from the top of the new bridge, a view we’d not seen from the old bridge, makes the completion of the new bridge worthy of celebration.

The Bayway Bridge Bash was the brainchild of Mimi Chavin who got a go ahead from FDOT and has organized a 5K sunset run and walk, starting at the Isla Del Sol Golf Course Pool, a VIP party boat, a

Paddle Board Flotilla, and an after party at the Alden Beach Resort on Friday, October 17th. Proceeds will benefit local charities AMI kids and Tampa Baywatch. Plans, which are still evolving are found at baywaybridgebash. com or on their Facebook page. There is a link at www.paradisenewsfl.com.

The City of St. Pete Beach has a new city attorney. Andrew Dickman Presently in private practice in Naples, Andrew was picked by the City Commissioners from a field of 13 applicants. He said it was his first try. He was somewhat surprised by the city’s caseload and recent history. While not representing a municipality before, he has sued government entities, so he says he is not unfamiliar with such litigation.

He believes many of the cases can

BROAD REACHERS WOMEN’S GROUP The Broad Reachers group was formed on January 4, 1971.

Nancy Lucas started recruiting women members of the Pass-a-Grille Yacht Club who were interested in sailing prams in the summer of 1970. Her husband John was

be settled. For the moment he is covering meetings, wrapping up some prior cases and studying a report from the prior city attornies The city’s city manager search is on fire now, with receptions for candidates, one on one and group reviews and special meetings to make decisions in early October. Reception and one on one interviews for CM candidates is at the SPB Rec Center.,

MARK YOUR CALENDAR Oct. 8th,6-8 pm.Candidate reception October 9, 8:30am – 12:30 pm 1 on 1 Interviews with commissioners Oct. 9. 1 pm - comm group interview Oct 14, 4pm – CM selection mtg.

Oct 21, 2 pm- Comp plan workshop Oct 28, 5 pm CRA Workshop, Regular Mtg 6pm Oct 28, Nov 5, 18, and Dec 2, 16

Commodore of the Club at the time.

The eleven charter members were: Evelyn Emmons, Dorothy Ferris, Louise Houser, Marion West, Bubs Scott, Louise Gilman, Jeannie Paige, Jackie Mills, Nancy Lucas, Marge Scott, and Doris Mansergh.

Past Captains of the Broad Reachers: L-R Wauncia Fagan, Sue Lapp, Janet Kinne, Mary Jane Peabody, Virginia Stephenson, Alyce Onderdonk, Betty Sanders, Mary Robinson, and Founder member Louise Houser.

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The John’s Pass Seafood Festival October 24 – 26 Start with a smorgasbord of seafood, mix in man’s greatest pastime, fishing. Toss with a generous helping of friendly competition, and finish it off with a heaping of Live Music and Entertainment. That’s the recipe for the 33rd Annual Johns Pass Seafood Festival.

Each year the event, hosted by The John’s Pass Village Association, looks to provide visitors with a weekend full of taste bud teasing, sight pleasing, and ear vibrating diversion.

With some BIG additions, this year looks to top all others.

The first Grouper sandwiches (& over 100 other seafood options) begin serving at 3pm - Friday October 24th. Friday evening, things heat up with Tampa Bay’s Largest Halloween Block Party and Costume Contest for Adults. From 7 - 11pm, over $1000 in cash & prizes will be doled out. Food Vendors, Beer Truck and Full Bar run all night as well!

As the sun rises on Saturday, the first ever John’s Pass Seafood Festival “Battle in the Gulf” kicks off. A rodeo-style fishing tournament with a 100% payback, the Battle in the Gulf looks to bring seafood back to the forefront of the festival. Weigh-in and the awards ceremony take place starting at 5pm. Enjoy great local seafood and craft beer while watching the anglers bring in their catch to see how they measure up.

Sunday Funday festival goers will revel to the sounds of Island music while watching the intense competition of the Best Seafood Competition Judging. Enjoy the sight, sound, and smell of the Sauce Boss, who earned a verse in a Jimmy Buffett song about gumbo, called “I Will Play for Gumbo.”

Watch as he sings, plays, tells stories, and cooks up a big pot of gumbo to be served to the crowd. Following the Sauce Boss, the festival closes out with a performance by the Caribbean Chillers, a Jimmy Buffett tribute band.

Entry to the festival is free.

Vendor applications (food vendors and nautical themed arts & crafts) are still being accepted.

For information or to apply as a vendor, contact Suzanne King at (727) 322-5217, SuzFest@gmail.com, or visit the website at www.SIKpromotions.com.

More information, contact Matthew Powers at 727-362-0008, or visit www.JohnsPassVillage.net OCTOBER 2014

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More Tidbits ST PETE BEACH Concerts In The Park Series Returns The first four Friday nights in October, bring lawn chairs and blankets to relax outdoors under the stars in Horan Park at the St. Pete Beach Community Center, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr. Activities start at 6pm and the band at 7pm. This event is free and open to the public. Complimentary valet parking is available.

Food, beer, and wine available for purchase. Call 727-363-9245 or visit www.spbrec.com for information.

October 3rd – The Black Honkeys October 10th – Bus Stop Band October 17th– Southside Bulldogs October 24th – 4NR- Foreigner Tribute Band Presented by Alden Suites SPB residents are invited to the City Manager Candidates Reception on Wed., Oct 8, from 6-8pm in the Boca Ciega Room at the Community Center 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., and are hereby notified of the following meeting schedule: Thurs, October 9, 8:30am–12:30 pm, Commission One on One interviews with the CM candidates at the Community Center; 1pm – Commission interviews the candidates – Commission Chambers; Tuesday, Oct. 14, 4

pm, Special meeting to select a new City Manager; 6pm, Regular meeting; Tues., Oct 21, 2 pm, Workshop on Comprehensive Plan; Tues., Oct. 28, 5pm, CRA Workshop; Regular Commission meetings at 6 pm, Wed., Nov. 5; Tues., Nov. 18; Tues.,, Dec. 2; Tues., Dec .16.

Laura Campbell’s Poodle Palace is celebrating it’s 43rd anniversary this month. Laura has been grooming dogs in the same location since 1971, and has had the best stocked pet boutique on the beach for many years. Top quality pet food, toys, clothes, costumes, collars and leashes, bowls and beds, carriers, strollers, and more are all lovingly displayed in her smoke free shop at 6660 Gulf Blvd. near Upham Beach.

To celebrate, Laura and some neighboring businesses, most recent arrivals, are planning a party on Friday November 7th, with food, beverages, music and more. Mark your calendar and watch for more details next month. Call Poodle Palace 727-260-6002 for details.

ST PETERSBURG The Ultimate Outdoor lounge party is teaming up with The Circus Arts Conservatory to bring Cirque du Chill - an

epic and dynamic circus arts presentation -- to St. Pete’s Straub Park on Nov. 22nd. At Cirque du Chill, promotors say, world renowned circus artists will make this Night the greatest Chillounge experience yet.

PSTA, ST. PETE COLLEGE Connect Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) and St. Petersburg College (SPC) kicked off the start of their new Universal Pass (U-Pass) partnership at SPC’s Gibbs campus. St. Petersburg College will pay PSTA a flat annual $75,000 to provide unlimited transit access to more than 2,000 students, employees and faculty at all SPC campuses throughout Pinellas County. The program allows the College students and employees to ride any of PSTA’s around 200 buses and nearly 40 routes simply by showing their SPC ID card when boarding. Speakers at the kickoff event included Gibbs campus Provost Dr. Karen Kaufman White, SPC Seminole campus Provost Dr. James Olliver, Pinellas County Commissioner Janet Long, St. Petersburg City Councilmember Wengay Newton, PSTA CEO Brad Miller, SPC Seminole student body president Jonathan Jacques and SPC Collegiate High School student Eritha Cainion.

Pass-A-Grille Woman’s Club members, take a break from their busy fund raising schedule to enjoy a sunset on the roof top of the newest hotel on St Pete Beach, Hotel Zamora. The monthly social event, known as Girls Night Out, visits local establishments for a few hours of sisterhood, nosh, and friendship.

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One of the BEST THRIFT SHOPS on the Beaches!

You never know what you’re going to find at the Pass-a-Grille Community Church Gift Shop. Books, clothing, household goods, & maybe even the bathroom sink! Located on Pass-a-Grille Way at 17th Ave. NOW open Tuesday- Wednesday-Thursday-Saturday 9am-Noon

Dinner Show Thursdays at Silas Silas’ Steakhouse & Seafood Grill is adding new entertainment to your dining opportunities. The Wise Guys Kitchen Dinner Show is an interactive, Italian-themed stage show, straight from New York, with cooking, comedy, song and dance. An Italian buffet dinner 6:30–8 pm is followed by the Wise Guys show from 8 -10pm. Tickets $5 per person include dinner and the show. A cash bar will be available. “Five dollars from each ticket will be donated to charity.”

Silas’ Coconuts Comedy Club is right next door. If your idea of a fun night out is dinner and some stand-up comedy, then it’s the perfect destination. The comedy club even offers an appetizer menu from Silas’ so you can enjoy a treat in between laughs. Silas’ Steakhouse & Seafood Grill is across from the TradeWinds Island Grand at 5501 Gulf Blvd. in St. Pete Beach. For reservations call 727-360-6961.

The Wise Guys Kitchen Dinner Show Every Thursday night at Silas

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More Tidbits

Thrill St. Pete - By Donna Parrey What possesses Lindsey Lumpkins, a mom with four kids of

her own, to volunteer her time each year teaching people ages 3 to 86 how dance like a zombie? She has been instructing people to perform the Michael Jackson Thriller dance for Thrill St. Pete, an annual tribute to Jackson and fundraising event since 2006. The 2014 performance is benefiting the Heart Gallery of Tampa Bay, supporting the adoption of older and hard-to-place children. Zombie workshops are scheduled at Suncoast Dance and Music Academy, 290 9th St. N. (MLK), St. Petersburg, throughout October.

St. Petersburg’s local flash mob dance is part of the worldwide Thrill the World event thar unites zombies in dance at precisely the same time all over the globe. Thrill St. Pete will take place at 6pm on Saturday, October 25, in South Straub Park, so come out & support the Heart Gallery of Tampa Bay by participating in or watching this fun spectacle! (Dancers are asked to arrive by 5 pm) More information, see Thrill St. Pete Facebook page: ttps://www.facebook.com/ThrillStPete/info TIERRA VERDE - Capt. Larry Thompson and the Tierra Verde Firefighters were presented with a plaque of appreciation from the Tierra Verde Business Partnership for their support of our community events and protection and safety of the community. Thank you TVFD!!

Pictured l-r: Gaye Wurzbacher, Community Events Coordinator & TVBP board member; Captain Larry Thompson, TVFD; and Laurie Laurenty, Community Events and TVBP board member.

MADEIRA BEACH The City of Madeira Beach just completed its 9/1/1 Memorial, a free-standing building on the right (north) side of the Tom Stuart Causeway just after you cross the Tyrone Blvd. bridge leading to Madeira Beach from the C. W. Bill Young VA center. The official dedication ceremony held on 9/11/14, attended by State & local politicians, veterans and fire departments ,was a fitting way to start the day. Speeches were given by local and state politicians as well as newest local chapter of the National a truly memorable talk given by Bay Exchange Club, for taking a major area HS Junior Caleb Francois, that role in helping to raise funds to make won a Statewide speech contest. The the memorial the landmark it has beMadeira Beach 9/11 Memorial is come. Its Northeast St. Pete chapter complete with a steel beam from one is sponsor of Ribfest. of the twin towers housed in a INDIAN SHORES - Suncoast unique structure. The 9/11 Memorial Seabird Sanctuary After 43 years, on Madeira Beach is to remind us all the walk-in freezer that holds up to to Never Forget the sacrifice and serv- 8,000 lbs. of fish, needed to feed their ice by so many Americans. Officials feathered patients and residents, thanked Burg Exchange Club, the died. It had to be torn down and all 12 | OCTOBER 2014 | ParadiseNewsFL.com

Full-sized Replica of the Hermione

In 2015 the Hermione will make its maiden voyage to the United States. The visit of the Hermione in 2015 is going to be a Big Deal! This website has some historic information: www.hermione2015.com, An event is

being held at St. Petersburg Nights on Oct 8th, to give locals an opportunity to learn about the historic effort and to kick off fundraising for a local celebration of its arrival here. For full story, visit www.paradisenewsfl.com electric wiring done up to “CODE” before the new one was built. A freezer truck had to be rented while this transition was in process.

Happily, they report, the community rose to the occasion and a new freezer has just been completed, using the lion’ sshare of the $24,486+ raised for the purpose. The sanctuary has done great things for a long time and deserves your contributions. 18328 Gulf Blvd., Indian Shores, Florida 33785

Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary has a new freezer, thanks to donations Tampa Bay Trade Mission to Chile, Dec. 1 -5 Chile is one of the most open, stable and prosperous markets in Latin America, and ranked as Florida’s fourth largest export destination in 2013. The Chilean economy’s constant growth, secure political environment and open business climate make it one of the top destinations for Tampa Bay Exporters.

Join us as Commissioner Karen Seel, Commissioner Lesley Miller, Mayor Rick Kriseman and Mayor Bob Buckhorn help us to pave the way to open new markets and find new customers for Tampa Bay’s products and services in Chile. Explore sponsorship opportunities at www.pced.org/international.

Don’t delay. Delegate applications due Oct. 15.

TIERRA VERDE Tampa Bay WatchScallop Search: The 2014 Great Bay Scallop Search was a great success. We had great weather and all the volunteer boaters, snorkelers, kayakers, SUPers, and canoers did an amazing job surveying their assigned sites throughout the bay in search of the elusive Bay Scallop. Thanks to the 192 volunteers and staff who

participated, 112 scallops were found, more than doubling our 2013 total of 51 scallops! After a hot morning of scallop searching, all the participants were treated to a delicious BBQ lunch from Cafe Ten-O-One and refreshing snow cones and popcorn from the Tierra Verde Fire Department. This special event was also supported by the Tampa Bay Estuary Program and Sea World Busch Gardens Conservation Fund. Tampa Bay Watch is grateful to all the volunteers and supporters that made this scallop search possible!

Annie Dowling Tampa Bay Watch Friends of Strays has two events in mid-October.

On Friday, October 17th from 4pm-close, 15% of your bill at Quaker Steak and Lube (great wings & burgers) 10400 49th St, Clearwater, will be donated to this great organization that spays and neuters, microchips and offers stray cats and dogs for adoption.

Friends of Strays FALL FUNraiser, A Fall Fur Festival will be held October 25th at the St Pete Yacht Club, 11 Central Ave., 11am2 pm, with a luncheon, a fashion show and our fourlegged friends on the runway. There will be cat cocktails, dog beers and a silent auction. Donations of silent auction items are needed. Gift certificates to restaurants or spas, jewelry, wine, collectables and, of course, anything dog- or cat-related is always a hit.

Tax deductible donations can be picked up from your home by.Board Members. Claire Mazzella and Peggy Grom are chairs for this year’s event, Call Peggy, 641-4442, if you would like to join our planning committee that’s always fun!

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From the Publishers...

Fall is arriving, with its welcome relief from 90 degree forecasts and the promise of the end of another tropical storm season. Our hearts go out to the residents of Cabo, the resort area of Mexico brutally hit by Hurricane Odile, and our prayers of thanks go out to our Lord for keeping us once again safe.

Paradise NEWS returned to its monthly frequency after our traditional two bimonthly summer issues.

We are planning a distribution expansion beyond John’s Pass into Madeira beach and the Redingtons again in November, as we did earlier this year in March and April.

Paradise News owners took advantage of This month’s issue is packed with interesting their summer break to get as high as they stories.

The Florida Fish & Game Commission calls legally could in August. Here they are at our cover subject, the Lionfish, Public Enemy #1.

12,000 ft just 5 hours after leaving TIA. It is a huge threat to our fisheries, often eliminating 70-80% of established reef populations of snapper and grouper within weeks of arrival.

Its devastating spread is one with geometric proportions, from a single sighting off Dania Beach less than 30 years ago, to becoming the predominant species on reefs across the entire Gulf and up the Atlantic as far as Rhode Island by summer 2014.

The November 4th election includes a Constitutional Amendment Question on Medical Marijuana and the Greenlight Pinellas initiative for public transportation, along with the usual public offices with numerous contested races to be decided.

Our public event calendar is filling up with Thursday night movies in Straub Park downtown and Friday night concerts in Horan Park, St. Pete Beach, throughout the month of October. The 2nd annual Chowder Challenge at Pass-a-Grille is the 9th of November in Pass-a-Grille’s Hurley Park from 1-5pm, brings two dozen restaurants together to compete for the best chowder and the “Golden Ladel,” to benefit the Gulf Beaches Historical Museum. Tickets are online and at the usual local stores for $15 in advance, $20 if available on the day of the event.

It’s Fish Broil time and this year promises twice the fun. In addition to the Saturday, November 15th event 1-6pm at Hurley Park to benefit St. John Vianney Catholic School, Montessori by the Sea, the new Gulf Beaches Elementary Magnet School is holding its own ‘traditional Fish Broil,” scheduled for Saturday, October 18th from 10-4 pm on the public school grounds. Both events are fund raisers for their respective schools with games for the children, an auction of gifts donated by businesses in town, affordable broiled fish dinners, Events are run by volunteers from the community and the schools’ parent teacher associations (PTAs).

For more information about these and lots more local events, read this issue thouroughtly or visit www.paradisenewsfl.com online. On the right side of our home page you can sign up for our FREE weekly events newsletter. Every Thursday we send emails to our online subscribers with our pick of the top 5 things to do this weekend, plus some other notable current and future events. This month we begin to welcome back the seasonal residents from northernmost extremes, the Canadians and Minnesotans.

Next month, when the migration is in full swing, we plan once again to extend our distribution north through MadeiraBeach, Indian Shores and the Redington Beaches, just in advance of the Holidays. If you know a business that should be advertising in your favorite magazine, please give them a copy when you see them, It is our advertisers that allow us to bring you all the news from Paradise. Please remember to thank them for advertising with Paradise NEWS. Thanks!

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TREASURE ISLAND Speaking about Dogs and Halloween, Gulf Beaches Rotary “Wagoween” is a “Doggy Costume Party” on Saturday, Oct. 25th from 11am - 1 pm in TI Community Park. Free hot dogs, salads and soda sponsored by Bow Wow Express and Treasure Bay Hotel & Marina.

The Pearl, arguably the finest dining room on the beaches, is not only open on Mondays, but from 6pm to close on Monday nights, wine by the bottle is half price beginning in October. On Tuesday night in the bar, get all you can eat tapas for $29 pervperson. The $10 early bird, including a salad and choice of five entrees is hard to beat anywhere around.

Just be seated by 5:45 six days a week.

ST. PETE BEACH Little Italy lives again in St. Pete Beach. Vito & Michaels is a fixture. and Verducci & Tutterosa combine very fresh ingredients with reasonable prices. The Verducci Italian Market, expected to open for the holidays ,will build on that. Residents are enjoying the expanded product available at the newly opened Casa Del Pane, Vinnie Fortunato, says his Verducci Italian Market will rival Mazzaro’s.when it opens, “hopefully for Thanksgiving but by Christmas for sure” says

Vinnie. “You can’t rush a masterpeice,” he says, “but rest assured, it will be worth waiting for.

Corey is getting a new market starting Oct 5th from 10-3. A new operator, market brand and a new name, "Corey Avenue Sunday Market on St. Pete Beach." Tampa Bay Markets has booked 60 vendors who meet their strict guidelines and who can offer top quality products including Farm Fresh Produce; Plants and Herbs (local Organic, Aquaponic and Conventional farmed produce available); Take-home Foods such as fresh Breads, Cheeses, dried Fruits & Nuts, Dips, Jams and Spices; small Ready to Eat Lunch Bites , including tasty BBQ, Italian specialties, Thai Food, Empanadas, Kettle Corn, Hot Coffee & Tea, fresh squeezed Lemonade and much more. The market will also feature vendors who have hand-made goods or offer eco-friendly items such as Jewelry, Pottery, Art, Woodcrafts and such. Massage Therapy will be provided

by Touch Massage and Live Music on opening day will be performed by the locally famous Rob Irie featuring acoustic soul with a twist of jazz. Opening day this season will kick off on Sunday, October 5th, from10am until 3pm. Mayor, Maria Lowe, will be joining the market for the Ribbon Cutting at 11am.

“With a wonderful business, you can figure out what will happen; you can’t figure out when it will happen.

You don’t want to focus on when, you want to focus on what.

If you’re right about what, you don’t have to worry about when” - Warren Buffett

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BOOKS Author to discuss ‘The New Pot Barons’ Tony Dokoupil, a senior writer for NBC News and author of a critically acclaimed memoir about his pot-smuggling father, will discuss the emerging business of legal marijuana during an appearance at Eckerd College at 7pm on Thursday, October 16.

It is free and open to the public.

The New York Times has called Dokoupil’s book, The Last Pirate: A Father, His Son, and the Golden Age of Marijuana (Doubleday, April 2014), “an exuberant memoir about the history of the American drug economy, the ambitions and failures of politicians and outlaws, fathers and sons. “ The Washington Post described it as “a meticulously researched history of America’s rocky relationship with marijuana” with “the kind of narrative that screams out to be adapted into a gritty, layered cable TV drama.”

Dokoupil will discuss the book and his recent work for NBC News reporting on the entrepreneurs who are growing and distributing legal marijuana during his talk, “The New Pot Barons: They’re Young, Well Educated, Politically Savvy — and Trying to Get Rich Making Marijuana Legit.”

A former senior writer for Newsweek and the Daily Beast, Dokoupil’s reporting crosses NBC platforms, including

JAZZ COMES ALIVE! with SWING NIGHT at the…

Manhattan Casino 642 22nd Street So., St. Petersburg

Sunday, October 26th - 6 to 9 pm Music provided by New Profiles Jazz Ensemble lead by Rodney Rojas (11-piece band) Shag lesson for everyone by dance pro - Forrest Outman Admission for this event $5.00 per person presented by the Al Downing Tampa Bay Jazz Association

Bring your favorite partner or meet a new one!

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Dateline, the Today Show and Nightly News. He received his B.B.A. summa cum laude from George Washington University, where he graduated first in his class, and a master’s degree in American Studies from Columbia University.

Dokoupil’s Eckerd presentation will take place less than three weeks before Florida voters consider amending the state Constitution to legalize medical marijuana and Oregon, Alaska and the District of Columbia voters consider broader marijuana legalization.

Dokoupil’s father smuggled marijuana for decades, spanning the Nixon and Reagan administrations. He “became a partner in what his son describes as the biggest East Coast dope ring of the Reagan years, smuggling marijuana into the U.S.,” according to NPR’s Fresh Air. For the book, Dokoupil “combed through court documents and newspaper files and interviewed Drug Enforcement Administration agents who investigated the case, as well as more than a dozen smugglers and dealers, including his own father,” according to NPR. Questions? Call… 727.864.7979 • www.eckerd.edu 4200 54th Avenue South, St. Petersburg,

Pass-a-Grille Community Committed to Preserving Historic District Appeal Story by STEVE TRAIMAN & CHELSEY WELDEN

“After two workshops, an open house and neighborhood walkabout,” St. Pete Beach Urban Planner Chelsey Welden told Paradise News, “the Pass-a-Grille community is focused on preserving the historic and unique character of the Historic District.

“It’s important that active steps be taken to protect the environment based on human-scale construction, vernacular Florida architectural design, historic materials, native landscaping, and public accessibility. The main factors currently impeding these goals are FEMA flood building regulations, increasing property values, non-conforming uses as they relate to zoning regulations, lack of enforceable design standards in existing code, and lack of a master plan that provides a vision, framework and implementation steps for future development.”

Among other key results that clarify previous conflicts: The community supports preserving and using Washingtonian Palms as a unique identifying factor of the historic significance of PAG; however, they would like to use other tree species where more shade is desired.

• A majority of the community (78%) prefers the use of shell in alleyways.

• A majority (80%) supports current on-street parking located on Gulf Boulevard; 39% favor parallel parking; 21% favor a parking garage; and 12% favor back-in angled parking.

The community desires more consistency in the treatment of the public realm, including signage and wayfinding, which represents the unique identity of PAG while still reflecting the identity of St. Pete Beach as a whole.

A majority (86%) prefers hex block pavement to brick (66%), shell concrete aggregate (36%), or asphalt (9%).

On July 17 some 64 participants attended the second Community Workshop for the PAG Pathway to the Future Project. The evening included a large group polling exercise and a presentation by Ginger Corless and Evan Johnson of Tindale-Oliver & Associates (TOA), the consulting firm hired by the City to head the project. The presentation showed the preliminary findings of the first three events for discussion. Attendees then participated in a visual preference survey that asked them to rank topic photographs based on the degree to how much they liked them.

Additionally, conclusions reached through the visual preference exercise include: • The community prefers traditional street furniture options, especially Adirondack chairs (86%).

• More on-street bike parking is preferred (65%).

• The existing architectural character along 8th Avenue is preferred (95%).

• While a mix of residential character is accepted, historic architecture is most preferred (83%). Where buildings are not adjacent to the sidewalk, the community prefers landscaping as a tool in transitioning from public to private space.

• The community prefers a building scale of 1 to 3 stories.

• Bars, restaurants, gift shops, and clothing stores are preferred commercial uses; single-family homes are the preferred residential use.

These were presented in three categories: Overall Character, Public Realm Character, and Private Development Character.

Public Realm Character questions addressed included Street furniture, Paving materials, Parking options and Multimodal facilities. Private Development Character questions addressed Architectural character, Public/private transition, Building scale and Land uses. These categories were organized to reflect the themes from the previous three public outreach events, but also framed the discussion around public and private development. This allowed the gathering of material most relevant to the next steps of the project: the Master Plan & Development Standards.

Consensus on future planning work from the community engagement process includes: A Community Vision for the PAG Historic District was established and confirmed.

• Direction to complete Development and Design Standards was supported by the community.

• A Master Plan is needed to identify project specific improvements based on the community’s priorities.

• There is a need to reevaluate the underlying zoning code.

It is necessary for the TOA Team to coordinate with the engineering team working on the Pass-a-Grille Way Reconstruction project to ensure the streetscape design is consistent with desired public realm design standards.

“By addressing these issues through future planning work,” Welden says, “PAG will be preserved as a unique district, while continuing to enhance St. Pete Beach. “ [Steve Traiman is President of Creative Copy by Steve Traiman in St. Pete Beach, offering freelance business writing services. He can be reached via email at straiman@mindspring.com.]

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Comfortable & Affordable Rooms in St. Pete Beach

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“TOP 10 HOTELS ON ST. PETE BEACH” list, The Tampa Travelers’ August 2014, included Blind Pass Resort.

They were also named in the “TOP 10 Dolphin Tale Deals” list, alongside the “Big Boys” in the industry. They are a “Mom and Pop” resort that caters to their guests who want a great vacation experience, or just a nice clean place to spend the work week, at an economical cost.

Recently Named “A top 10” St. Pete Beach Resort

The Blind Pass Resort, a boutique hotel, offers 25 renovated, comfortable, spotless, tranquil rooms, at incredible prices.

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Bruce and Diana Applegate, hosts with over 50 years combined hospitality experience, took over management in 2013.

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Letters Just want you to know I enjoy your magazine and like knowing about new businesses in our area and especially like the Calendar of Events by category. It is the only place I know I can find what is going on in one place. I have a variety of interests so it is convenient for me.

Congratulations on getting better and better through the years.

Jeanne Houlton Ichiyo School of Ikebana I just wanted to send you a quick note thanking you for such a wonderful article on “my sandbox.”

I have received a few phone calls and one wonderful family came in and made a personalized plaque!

I hope you and Renee are doing well. See you soon.

Lynne Poklikuha - my sandbox “The Rebecca Penneys Piano Festival is becoming the festival of choice for so many outstanding pianists from around the world. The prestigious festival faculty, combined with the world-class practice and performa,nce facilities at the School of Music continue to highlight USF as an internationally renowned center for piano study and piano performance. We are proud to host this amazing event and hope that the collaboration between the festival and USF will continue for many, many years.”

Svtozar Ivanov - Piano Chair Associate Professor of Piano and Chamber Music Univ. of South Florida, Tampa Fit For Life has changed to a 24/7 operation for the health club. We started in July and things are going well. Feel free to stop in some time and check out the changes and talk to Debbie, my manager, or me if I’m not with a patient. I think this is a good change for the community given everyone has their own crazy schedule and now they can exercise whenever they have time or feel like it!

Carol Hollenbeck, PT, DPT, CEEAA Owner / Physical Therapist, Fit For Life www.iamfitforlife.com

Paradise News asked about the Cost of Beach renourishment, especially since the County’s report showed almost as much sand was added to St. Pete Beach, but the costs for that sand was half of the cost for the same amount in Treasure Island. Here is the answer.

Mr. Roos: Thank you for your interest in the cost of putting sand back on the beach. You asked why it was almost 2X the cost/cubic yard in TI vs. SPB. I talked with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to confirm my answer.

There are several reasons.

1. The price per cubic yard is different for Treasure Island ($20.50) & St. Pete Beach ($17), because of their locations relative to the borrow area (where we get the sand from).

The borrow area was Egmont Shoal.

2. The other difference is in the mobilization costs. The majority of the mobilization costs for the project are comprised of bringing the equipment to the project area, in this case from Louisiana to Pinellas County and returning it to Louisiana.

Once the equipment is here , mobilization between additional segments is a lot less. The initial mobilization costs were billed to the Treasure Island Sunshine Beach portion (the first segment to be nourished) of the project because SPB was bid out as an option and was not guaranteed to be done by the Corps. A smaller amount of mobilization was added separately for each other segment -- Sunshine Beach, Upham Beach and Pass-a-Grille Beach.

In summary, the Treasure Island portion is carrying most of the mobilization costs while the SPB portion is only carrying the cost to mobilize from Treasure Island, because it was added on.

If you have any other questions or wish to discuss this further feel free to email or call me.

John E. Bishop, Ph.D. Coastal Mgmt Coordinator Coastal & Freshwater Resources Pinellas Cty. Natural Resources Phone (727) 464-8766 jbishop@pinellascounty.org

Chiropractic Is Back in Tierra Verde!

Dr. Kyle Remmel

Teresa Rorer - Aesthetician

Dr. Kyle Remmel,

2nd generation chiropractic physician, brings over 3 decades of practice experience in NE St. Pete to Tierra Verde’s Century 21 office building, next to 7-11.

Patients ascend smoothly to the 2nd floor office via the lobby elevator takes where Dr. Remmel provides his full range of chiropractic and neurologic relief services by appointment.

A graduate of Palmer College, Chiropractic’s oldest school, Dr. Remmel is an expert sought after by other physicians and assistants to speak on orthopedics, diagnosis and radiology.

He has lectured at Life College in Atlanta, Parker College in Irvine and appears on a WFTS-DB Internet “Rhinoonair” health program entitled Medical Matters.

Visit http://rhinoonair.com/kyle-remmel.

Techniques: • Activator • Cold Laser • Gonstead • Applied Kinesiology • Cox

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Not up to coming in? Ask for a ‘house call’ appointment!

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“Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.” - Thomas Edison OCTOBER 2014

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Tierra Verde Women’s Club

Annual Gift Market & Garage Sale Saturday, Nov. 8th 8am-1pm Rain or Shine Downtown Tierra Verde Pinellas Bayway (on your way to Fort DeSoto)

A fun half day of shopping and selling!

An Entire Community of Treasures, Crafts, Food and Fun! Reserve your spot now by emailing TierraVerdeGarageSale@gmail.com Send check for $35 to Gaye Wurzbacher 131 8th St. East Tierra Verde, FL 33715

L: St Petersburg new Banners Above & Right: The Museum of Fine Arts, opens a new exhibition: Jamie Wyeth’s Portraits of Rudolf Nureyev: Far Right: From last years Dali’s “Mad Hatter” ball. This year mark your calendar for Saturday, October 11, “Suenos de Dali”

rt News …St. Petersburg Preservation’s (SPP) monthly summer evening historic walking tour series, “Twilight on the Town," is coming up on Wed, Oct. 15 at 6pm.

A Downtown St. Pete tour will take place in front of Café del Mar, 243 Central Ave., and will focus on the heart of downtown.

Tours are free for SPP members, with a $5 suggested donation for nonmembers.

Reservations welcomed, but not required: 727-824-7802 or info@StPetePreservation.org. …The first Wednesday of the month Dolphin Landings Cruises has a hospitality night! For just $15, enjoy a boat trip from Dolphin Village on St Pete Beach to see marine life and the sunset.

There will be a cash bar and snacks, and if you are working in the hospitality industry you can save $5 on the trip.

How about an adult Holloween Cruise!

Friday, October 31 - 6 pm boarding and 6:30pm departure. $40.cost at Dolphin Landings, 4737 Gulf Blvd. St. Pete Beach.

Frightly Fun two- hour cruise aboard double deck yacht - full cash bar. Costumes invited.

For reservations, call 727-360-7411 or visit www.dolphinlandings.com.

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…On Fri, Oct. 10 from 5:30-9pm, don’t miss an artist reception & gallery opening of an exhibit of the art of local artist Mirella Cimato.

Hosted by St. Petersburg Opera Company, the opening will feature refreshments and a brief performance by St. Petersburg Opera singers at approximately 6:15pm. The St. Petersburg Opera Gallery is located inside Opera Central, 2145 First Ave. S. in St. Pete, and the exhibit will hang through December.

For more info, visit www.stpeteopera.org. …The St. Petersburg Arts Alliance recently helped brand and market the St. Petersburg Second Saturday ArtWalk as a citywide event by donating signs and easels to galleries, studios, museums, and others who all participate.

For info, visit www.stpteartsalliance.org. …There is still time to help proclaim that the Arts Shine Here in St. Petersburg!

The banners supporting the city’s art community are now three years old and fading away.

Each banner is approximately $50. Make a contribution of $25 or more and it will be matched! Help promote St. Petersburg as an arts and cultural destination by making a contribution and learning more at www.Power2Give.org.

…The Suenos de Dali Ball is on Saturday, October 11, 8–11pm, Dali Museum, 1 Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg. $125 members, $130 General admittance Guests revel in the décor and fashion that defined the Spanish and Parisian night life from different eras. Donning incredible costumes, guests enjoy a dreamlike soiree filled with illusory sensations, signature cocktails, gourmet cuisine, and more. www.thedali.org. …Don’t miss out on the Florida Arts Grant Opportunities for 2015-2016!

Dance, Traditional Arts, Literature Panel Meeting, Local Arts Agency, Theatre, Music, Museums, and Individual Artist fellowship guidelines are now posted. For info, visit www.florida-arts.org. …Volunteer hosts are needed for 4th Annual Florida Listening Room Festival April 20-26 throughout Florida, with the majority of events held in the Tampa Bay area.

Contact: fran@ListeningRoomNetwork.com or visit www.ListeningRoomFestival.com. …An art consulting firm in Denver, CO, is working with a luxury hotel in Sarasota to work with local and regional artists for all mediums of artwork including photography, oils, acrylics, sculpture, wall sculpture, etc. Interested artists should get more info and/or send teo to six images of work to: info@lewisgrahamart.com.

…The Autumn Arts Festival will be held on Sun., Oct. 12 at Sunset Park in St. Petersburg! Sponsored by Jungle Terrace Civic Association, West Central Village, and the City, emerging artists are welcomed for the first arts festival on the West Side.

For info, visit www.Jungle-Terrace.org. …The National YoungArts Foundation provides emerging artists between the ages of 15 and 18 with opportunities to work with renowned mentors, access to significant scholarships, national recognition, and other great opportunities.

Deadline: Fri, Oct. 17. Details, visit www.youngarts.org …Creative Clay announces 8th Annual Folkfest St. Pete, on Sat., Oct. 25 & Sun., Oct. 26, front of Creative Clay in the Edge District. National, regional and local artists are invited to exhibit at the arts, music, and craft beer festival. For more info, contact: Charlie@creativeclay.org. …The Arts Conservatory for Teens is looking for someone who is great with working with kids for a few days each week: Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:35am-4pm, and Fridays 1-4pm.

For more info, please email to: consultalex.harris@gmail.com. …Embracing Our Differences invites all artists to submit their artwork to its 12th Annual Outdoor Art Exhibit celebrating diversity and inclusion. The exhibit will be displayed April and May 2015 in Sarasota and Bradenton. A total of $3,000 will be presented in three separate awards. Deadline is Jan 5.

For info visit www.embracingourdifferences.org. …Domain Home Accessories & Gallery celebrates its two-year anniversary of the “Gallery” - 3129 Beach Blvd S. in Gulfport.

For over 13 years, they have offered a unique assortment of merchandise, becoming a treasured retailer in the heart of Gulfport’s Waterfront Arts District. In Sept. 2012, Domain Home Accessories opened a new business named “Domain Home Accessories & Gallery,” offering artworks in a wide variety of media by over 30 local and regional artists. Call 727-366-4086 or visit www.domainhomeaccessories.com. …The artistry of Robert J. Simone was honored at Easels in Frederick, a national plein air painting event that took place June 16-21 in historic Frederick, MD. Simone of St. Petersburg, FL, won second place in the Quick Draw Contest for his painting, “Columns on Council.” Simone sold fou of s´ven paintings produced during the weeklong event, and was also one of 30 national juried artists who participated in the fourth annual, five-day plein air event. …The Chihuly Collection, located at 400 Beach Drive, NE in St. Petersburg, is expanding its offerings to include a new temporary exhibition space that will feature glass artists from around the country in rotating showcases.

On Wed., Oct. 1, the works of Kait Rhoads will inhabit the Chihuly Collection through the end of the calendar year. Visit www.MoreanArtsCenter.org …The City of St. Pete Beach announces their Concert in the Park Series, happening the first four Friday nights in October at Horan Park, located at 7701 Boca Ciega Dr. Activities start at 6pm and the band will take the stage at 7pm.

For info, call 727-363-9245 or visit www.spbrec.com.

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rt News …Saint Petersburg Preservation, Inc. is pleased to announce the nomination period for the 2014 Preservation Awards, which will take place on Fri., Oct. 24th at the Studio at 620, in conjunction with an exhibit and sale of watercolor paintings of area landmarks by local artist Robert Holmes. …Clearwater Arts Alliance announces the inaugural season of Pianos in Pinellas, Nov. 25 through Dec. 31, and is seeking 10 choice high foot-traffic locations throughout Pinellas to participate in the project. Artists wishing to be considered should visit www.pianosinpinellas.org. …SmARTly Dressed, the 37th annual fall fashion show to benefit the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg, will take place on Wed., Nov. 5, from 11am-1:30pm at the Renaissance Vinoy Hotel, 501 5th Ave NE, St Petersburg.

For more information visit www.fine-arts.org or call 727-422-3301. …With concerts starting in October, The Florida Orchestra’s new season is just around the corner, offering several concert series, the main ones being Tampa Bay Times Masterworks and the Raymond James Pops.Between themthey offer 23 fantastic concert experiences to choose from. Visit www.floridaorchestra.org or call 727-892-3337. …Check out the upcoming concerts at Craftsman House: Cliff Eberhardt on Friday, October 10th at Craftsman House - 7pm; $25 in advance; Eric Andersen on Saturday, October 18th at 6:30pm; $25 advance; and John McCutcheon in concert on Sunday, December 14th at 6:30pm; $33 in advance.

Stop by Craftsman House or call 727-323-2787 for tickets & info. …The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg, opens a new exhibition: Jamie Wyeth’s Portraits of Rudolf Nureyev: Images of the Dancer from the Brandywine River Museum of Art on Sat., Oct. 11, through Sun., Jan. 18, 2015.

This exhibition features 19 stellar examples, along with three sketchbooks, five costumes, and even a pair of Nureyev’s Capezio ballet slippers. Three paintings are large-scale. For more info, call 727.896.2667 or visit www.fine-arts.org.

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H E ALT H

Show highlights fight against healthcare fraud

BY STEVEN REISER, CFP®

MEDICARE BASICS & The Annual Enrollment Period In the coming days you are likely to be bombarded by Medicare Advantage plans advertising zero copays and zero premium. Before you make decisions, try to ensure that you completely understand each plan’s benefits and limitations.

Knowing whether you: 1. need a referral or have open access to specialists.

2. have an A rated insurance company with a convenient and established provider network.

3 .have the ability to seek a second opinion; may affect the services you receive in the coming year.

More than 50 million Medicare beneficiaries experienced the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) last year.

An additional 10,000 or so Americans are turning 65 each day. If you’re just becoming eligible for Medicare and already drawing your social security income, you should receive a Medicare card about 90 days before your 65th birthday. If you are not drawing your social security income when you turn 65, you may need to enroll online or visit your local social security office to get your Medicare Parts A and B activated. Most people pay no premium for Part A and $104.90 monthly for Part B. Once you’ve received your Medicare Parts A and B, you generally have two options. You may purchase a Part D prescription drug plan or you may enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan (Private Insurance Carrier). Medicare Advantage provides hospital and medical coverage comparable to traditional Medicare, and

usually provides prescription drug coverage similar to Part D. Medicare Advantage plans have annual maximum out of pocket (MOOP) limits for hospital and medical expenses.

Cost sharing (deductibles, copays, and coinsurance) is involved whether you elect traditional Medicare or a Medicare Advantage plan.

Unlike Medicare Advantage plans, traditional Medicare has no annual limit on hospital and medical expenses. Consequently, individuals who choose the path of traditional Medicare are encouraged to purchase a Medicare supplement policy to limit their uncapped exposure to medical expenses. The fixed premium for a Medicare supplement offers a predictable monthly expense and covers all or most of a person’s costshare responsibilities. Choosing the second path of Medicare Advantage usually means no monthly premium but instead requires you to pay deductibles, copays and coinsurance as medical services are provided.

At last check there were over 70 Medicare Advantage plans available in the Greater Tampa Bay Area. Most are HMOs (Health Maintenance Organizations) with a closed network of medical providers. A few are Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs), which may allow greater freedom to choose providers.

Finding a suitable plan is specific to each person’s healthcare needs and their financial means. _______________________ Steve Reiser is a Certified Financial Planner® with over 11 years’ experience advising Medicare beneficiaries. He is available by email at bigrise10@gmail.com.

With nearly 10 percent of Medicare funds lost each year to fraud and systematic overcharging, the September edition of Aging on the Suncoast goes on Medicare patrol, spotlighting efforts to combat Medicare and Medicaid fraud.

The show welcomes three guests at the forefront of the fight. Makeba HuntingtonSymons, the program manager of the Area Agency on Aging’s Senior Medicare Patrol, discusses statewide efforts to prevent, detect and report healthcare fraud.

Lieutenant Carol Conroy with the Office of the Attorney General’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, and Special Agent Raquel Garrido with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General, go over common scams and the investigation and prosecution processes.

Aging on the Suncoast is a half-hour monthly show featuring subjects of interest to those ages 60 and older. It is produced by Pinellas County Communications and the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas, Inc. Watch this episode on Pinellas County Connection TV (Bright House 622, WOW! 18 and Verizon 44) or on YouTube at www.youtube.com/pcctv1, where past shows are also archived. Pasco County residents can watch on Pasco County Government Access (Bright House 622 and Verizon 42). For current broadcast schedule and past programs, visit www.agingcarefl.org/aging-on-the-suncoast.

More information about the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas, Inc., visit www.agingcarefl.org. Questions or comments about the show may be emailed to Marilyn.Rupp@aaapp.org.

Connect with Pinellas County government services and programs with LiveChat, on www.pinellascounty.org or www.pinellascounty.org/mobile, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. Pinellas County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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BY THOMAS A. BRODERSEN, ESQ.

Bad News for Homeowners

The Tampa Bay Times recently published a story written by the Center for Public Integrity that may well cause grave concerns for the quality of justice being delivered in Florida when it comes to foreclosure suits.

The story says, essentially, that the Florida legislature, in order to accomplish its goal of eliminating the backlog of foreclosures, has set up a parallel legal system. Judges hear only foreclosure cases — often more than a hundred motions a day — in courtrooms set up solely for that purpose, under rules that differ from those in other types of cases in Florida and across the country.

“They dealt with it as a court system problem,” said Mike Fasano, a former Republican lawmaker from New Port Richey who opposed the two bills passed last year to clear the foreclosure backlog. “It was, “ he said, “‘How can we speed up forcing people out of their homes?’ “ Judges are working under explicit orders to get rid of old foreclosure cases.

Florida’s so-called foreclosure initiative was launched in July 2013, when the state Legislature and budget commission allocated $36 million of the $334 million the state won when it settled previous allegations of foreclosure fraud against the five biggest banks.

It was part of a 49-state settlement. The money was allocated specifically to “expedite foreclosure cases through the judicial process.”

In one example, MiamiDade County Chief Administrative Judge Jennifer Bailey issued a series of policies designed to get pending cases to trial and judgment. One requires judges to deem any pending motion abandoned if it hasn’t been acted upon in 60 days, and then schedule a trial. As a result, a bank can ignore a legitimate defense motion, and it will disappear.

In a series of internal emails obtained by the Center for Public Integrity, Judge Bailey begged circuit judges not to continue cases that should be in the hands of senior judges, urged them to reject hearing requests, and suggested that legal maneuvers are delay tactics. she said in one email, “Please oh please do not continue these cases. For those of you who have been continuing cases, please stop and at least come talk to those of us working on the project to let us know what the problem is.”

If you haven’t read this news story, you should do it now. http://www.tampabay.co m/news/business/realesta te/rush-to-clear-foreclosure-backlog-costs-homeowners/2196891

Thomas A. Brodersen, Esq., Anderson & Brodersen, P.A. 7116 Gulf Blvd, Suite D • St. Pete Beach, (727) 363-6100

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Inshore:

Mackerel & kingfish are making their return to the beaches. The middle of last month brought in the mackerel sporadically, but the full moon October 8th should bring in masses of the kings and mackerel. Sharks are clearing out of the inshore waters since the water will be cooling with the approaching coldfronts.

Redfish feed aggressively as the water cools and large schools can be found around the oyster beds inshore or inside the passes of our inshore waters. The hotspots locally have been around the Johns Pass bridge and the southern edges of the northern grass flats that line the shipping channel outside the Skyway Bridge!

Snook season is upon us and they are biting best at night.

Remember, the slot is 28 to 33 inches. The biggest snook are being caught on cut bait, but the slot sized fish are being caught on live bait. Remember 60-80lb fluorocarbon leaders and a -4ot circle hook. The weight size depends on the current’s speed but since these fish bite best at the tail end of a big tide then most likely you will need some big lead sizes to hold your bait in the tide correctly.

Near Shore:

Mackerel and kingfish should be covering up the artificial wrecks near shore. Sharks will still hang out in our near shore waters due to this large migration of Spanish mackerel and kingfish! Gag

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Blackfin tuna will be making a strong appearance following the kingfish. Whenever gulf waters cool, around the new moons the tuna bite is incredible since they become more aggressive feeders when the live squid become active on the new moon!

Offshore:

The cooler waters that the cold fronts of October bring cause the gag grouper to become excited!

The larger, more aggressive gags show up in larger numbers.

For example, a spot you fished this summer in the 70-150 foot range with only a handful of gags on it will now hold many more gags since they concentrate in the shallower offshore and near shore waters. The snapper bite tends to fall off a bit in the cooler months but you’re still able to get plenty; just might take a bit more finesse and an extra spot or two! The pelagic fish to look for are the kingfish, blackfin tuna, and possibly a late season sailfish or two! We saw tons of them in the near shore waters during September. On one half-day trip, we saw three sailfish!

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RJIMEBEGGINS A L E- TheSTATE Property Wizard

THE GOOD NEWS …

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ADVERTORIAL • Our Pinellas beach homes for sale inventory has fallen every month since the first of the year.

What it means: while supply is low, demand is high.

Sell now if you can.

• Prices are holding steady while good houses are increasing What it means; When you clean up, fix up and stage you’ll sell quickly.

• Flood insurance is not a big factor for a few years.

What it means: You don’t have to remodel 1st floor spaces and buyers forgot about premiums.

• Rent as an alternative to selling especially if you can legally rent weekly.

What it means: Rents are rising because many would rather rent than buy.

• If you’ll help your buyer finance your purchase you can get 5 or 6% interest.

What it means: You can earn a better return than the banks pay.

• New construction of homes is picking up on barrier islands.

What it means: Our beach communities are sprucing up and some prices will increase.

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WHAT IT MEANS

• It’s a great time to rehab rental properties into high end rentals.

What it means: Re-finance to upgrade existing low rent apartments.

future, there will always be rich people.What it means; Rich people like Florida beach properties and always will.

• Old motels can now be converted into condo motels.

What it means: You can get a lot of cash out incrementally.

• There is no greater overall value than Florida real estate.

What it means: Stay if you can but sell now if you plan on leaving in the next 2 years.

• Assembling contiguous properties to build nicer projects with higher density is happening.

What it means: Cities are getting creative about increasing their tax base.

Contact me or a member of the “Property Wizard Team” for further info. Please let me know how I’m doing.

• Foreign buyers are flooding cash into U.S. real estate because of perceived stability.

What it means: Foreign buyers may pay more for good properties.

• Government printing of money will continue to keep interest rates artificially low.

What it means: Buyers can afford more house with low rates.

• If you own a tear down house or vacant lot, consider building a new house now.

What it means: Buyers prefer new and so might you. Interest rates are still low.

• No matter what the economic

Email - JimBeggins@C21BE.com or call my cell 727 254 8144 5050 Gulf Blvd. Suite B, St. Pete Beach, FL 33706 Office: (727)-367-9500 Fax: (727) 367-9784.

Check out our listing presentation on C21BE3.com or www.PropertyWizardTeam.com Jim “Property Wizard” Beggins, broker, CENTURY 21Beggins Enterprises, With 11 offices serving Pinellas, Hillsborough, Manatee and Sarasota Counties. Since any real estate view can be supported with facts. I will inform you to the best of my ability so you can unconfuse the facts to your personal advantage. I think my “hands on” experience in Florida real estate since 1970 can help you achieve your goals.

Kathleen Peters is working for you!

November 4th Elections On Tuesday, November 4th Floridians will be making decisions at the polls that will have long term repercussions for our state.

We also have local decisions to make that will affect the future of the Tampa Bay area. Many will have made these decisions prior to that date. Mailing ballots in has become a popular way to vote, although we have learned that this is not a foolproof way of ensuring your vote is counted. “People with shaky handwriting or an unrecognizable signature should vote in person if they want to be sure their votes are counted,” we’ve been told by a polling supervisor. “If ballots aren’t signed, or we can’t match signatures to those on the person’s voter registration, we have to invalidate the ballot.”

There is a new, convenient “Early Voting Location” for south county residents.

The Gulfport Neighborhood Center, 1617 49th St. S., Gulfport, Early voting locations have accessible polling equipment to help people who are challenged in other ways too. “Early voting takes place: October 20 - November 2 from 7 am - 7pm daily, including weekends.

Choosing a Governor should be the easy part for most of us.

We have seen Rick Scott in action these past four years, and his opponent Charlie Crist lived in the Governor’s mansion for the term prior to Scott’s election.

Florida’s Constitutional Amendment #2 is on the ballot, involving whether or not to allow the use of medical marijuana. Proponents of the amendment say that Florida should join the 20+ states that have approved the use of this valuable drug.

Opponents say the Amendment is so vaguely worded, that the drug can be recommended by doctors for a wide variety of patient complaints. Further, the amendment provides immunity for everyone in the process of growing, processing or supplying the drug. They point to the Charlotte’s Web legislation the Florida legislature hurriedly passed after a poll said 80% of voters favored medical marijuana, as if to say “Didn’t that take care of the problem”.

Proponents agree that a constitutional amendment isn’t the best way to solve this issue. All the other states did it legislatively. An in-depth article itarts on page 31 and continues with candiates’ comments online at www.paradisenewsfl.com.

The other big controversial issue on the ballot November

My name is Kathleen Peters. I am running to continue serving you in the Florida House of Representatives. District 69, which includes much of South Pinellas County, is home to some of the world’s most beautiful beaches.

Since moving to Pinellas County in 1985, I helped operate a small retail business in St. Pete Beach and worked for not-forprofit agencies before getting involved as a member of the South Pasadena Planning and Zoning Board. Since then I was honored to be elected Commissioner, Mayor of South Pasadena, and most recently to serve as your State Representative for the past two years.

In Tallahassee I learned very quickly I must stand strong for the people who sent me there because no one else will.

• Secured funding for the very first Orthotics & Prosthetics program in the country at St. Pete College • Eliminated excessive taxes on condo-owner dock fees • Brought beach re-nourishment funding to Pinellas to ensure tourism remains a vibrant driver for our economy.

• Partnered with the Art Institute to create the “Who Knew” campaign, a homelessness awareness initiative being used statewide to curb misperceptions about our homeless population.

• Authored the Veteran Tuition Waiver bill to grant service members in-state tuition rates.

• Helped cut taxes by 500 billion dollars (the largest tax cut in Florida’s history).

• Successfully funded Gulfport/Pasadena culvert & Gulfport 49th street storm water retrofit projects.

I love my community and I hope that you will allow me to continue working to keep Tallahassee focused on limiting government spending, providing access to quality education, and protecting our beaches. I know the issues vital to our community and I will never give up fighting for those living here.

If you have any questions or need any further information about me or my positions on the issues please feel free to call or e-mail me. I welcome the opportunity to speak with you directly.

Sincerely, Kathleen Peters (727) 656-3821 Kathleen@KathleenPeters.com www.KathleenPeters.com Political Advertisement paid for and approved by Kathleen Peters, Republican for Florida House, District 69 OCTOBER 2014

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4th is the transportation initiative called “Greenlight Pinellas”. Proponents say that our public transportation system is seriously lacking and that a substantial increase in funding is needed to even keep it at its current level. They argue that road congestion relief and transportation cost and fuel saving efficiencies require alternatives to buses. Most markets the size of Tampa Bay have a working public transit system. In fact of the top 24 Metropolitan Statistical Areas in the USA, only Detroit and Tampa Bay do not have good mass transit with a light rail component. We are competing against those areas for employees who cannot afford the cost of auto ownership, or who do not want to have to drive to get where they are going.

PSTA, which operates the current public “substandard” transportation system in Pinellas says they are currently underfunded. They are using reserve funds to make ends meet for current operations. They say current service levels will have to be cut 30% if the proposal to switch their funding from a property tax based system to an additional penny of sales tax does not pass. They say a backbone light rail component is the only way to define a dense transportation corridor to reduce future costs and keep road congestion at rush hour from getting much worse. They say that transportation in Pinellas is not working, either public or the road system, and that a working public transportation system will benefit everyone in the county. They say that an eighth cent of sales tax is the only way it can happen. They say the elimination of the property tax will save an average of $81 tax per year for property owners.

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Opponents say 8¢ of sales tax is too much. The last sales tax hike was supposed to expire years ago, but keeps getting extended. They worry that the system will not accomplish its purpose and will result in public subsidies \forever. They point to MARTA in Atlanta, saying that the roads are still not working because a car is still needed to get to and from the train. They fear the same will be true here. They argue that growth assumptions used to support the initiative are not going to occur, that Florida is not growing and Pinellas is essentially built out.

PSTA says the Greenlight initiative includes a 65% increase in bus service, including 80% more on nights and weekends. The beaches would have service on 20-minute intervals 7 days a week. Eighty percent of residents in Pinellas, already Florida’s most dense population center, would have a route within three blocks of their home and their work, making auto ownership no longer a forgone necessity for many. Bus service would run 19 hours daily from 5am to midnight Monday – Saturday and until 10pm on Sundays.

There would be convenient bus service to TIA and PIE. All buses would have WiFi connections aboard and a smartphone app would let you know in real time when the next bus was coming. As for light rail, the operating expense is supposedly one-third that of buses, with a $4 return for each dollar invested.

Each voter must make up his or her own minds which way to vote on this important issue. There are forums occurring all over Pinellas in October to educate you on the pros and cons of Greenlight.

There are websites that provide more information to help you decide. Visit www.paradisenewsfl.com for more information and links to those other resources.

Voting Booth created by Mackenzie Gallery of downtown St. Petersburg

Amendment 2 Story by STEVE TRAIMAN With contested races for most U.S. House, Florida Senate and House, and County Commission seats in the November 4 election, registered voters in our Paradise News coverage areas have clear choices when it comes to Amendment 2.

The Florida Right to Medical Marijuana Initiative, Amendment 2 upon voter approval with a “Yes”, would legalize medical marijuana. It must win a supermajority vote of 60% of those voting on the question.

Specifically, the measure would guarantee the following: That medical use of marijuana by a qualifying patient or personal caregiver is not subject to criminal or civil liability or sanctions under state law. That a licensed physician is not subject to criminal or civil liability or sanctions for issuing medical marijuana to a person diagnosed with a “debilitating medical condition” under state law. That registered medical marijuana treatment centers are not subject to criminal or civil liability or sanctions under state law.

The measure defines a “debilitating medical condition” as cancer, multiple sclerosis, glaucoma, hepatitis C, HIV, AIDS, ALS, Crohn’s disease, Parkinson’s disease “or other conditions for which a physician believes that the medical use of marijuana would likely outweigh the potential health risks for a patient.”

The Florida Department of Health would be responsible for regulating medical marijuana. The department would issue and regulate patient identification cards and personal caregiver identification cards, develop procedures related to medical marijuana treatment centers and institute regulations defining reasonable amounts of marijuana for medical use. The department would be required to protect the confidentiality of all patients.

The constitutional amendment contains six limitations on how the amendment’s language can be construed: The amendment does not “affect laws relating to non-medical use, possession, production or sale of marijuana” … “authorize the use of medical marijuana by anyone other than a qualifying patient” … “allow for the operation of a motor vehicle, boat, or aircraft while under the influence of marijuana” … “require accommodations for medical marijuana use in any place of education or employment, or of smoking medical marijuana in any public place” … “require any health insurance

provider or any government agency or authority to reimburse any person for expenses related to the medical use of marijuana” … “the violation of federal law or purports to give immunity under federal law.”

Supporters of Amendment 2 say the measure will help people with debilitating medical conditions. Opponents, on the other hand, argue the amendment is “de facto legalization” of marijuana.

According to a spokesperson for United for Care/People United for Medical Marijuana, the main pro-lobbying group, both the Democratic and Libertarian parties in Florida have endorsed Amendment 2, and most of their Pinellas candidates who have taken a position have endorsed the measure.

The Florida Republican party has taken a stand against Amendment 2, with virtually all their Pinellas candidates endorsing a “No” vote.

Pinellas County Election Races All US House, Florida Senate and House candidates were asked their position on Amendment 2, with about 100-word comments requested for publication. All Democratic and Libertarian candidates who had opponents in the November 4 election and responded to the question sent YES statements, while all Republican candidates had NO responses.

U.S. Representative District 13 — David W. Jolly (R): NO. I want drugs to be less accessible and therefore I strongly oppose and will vote against Amendment 2 ... Marijuana is illegal under federal law because there is no currently accepted medical use for the drug and because of the physiological impact it has on individuals ... Yet some have argued that marijuana has medicinal value that addresses pain control. Indeed research has shown that a specific compound in the marijuana plant, properly delivered, can have clinical value for a patient ...

But Amendment 2 does nothing to safely and responsibly address this limited clinical value … It compromises the long-standing process we use in the U.S. to approve medicines for personal use. (Excerpted from Tampa Tribune Op-Ed) Challenger Lucas Overby (LPF): YES. I have been a medical cannabis advocate and activist for over a decade and I am happy to now support it as a candidate. Not only do I support Florida’s Amendment 2, my team and I are working on federal legislation to remove restrictions on Candidate Comments continued online at www.paradisenewsfl.com OCTOBER 2014

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“Some of our diners wanted more grouper choices, tuna sashimi, and the best crab cakes, regardless of cost.

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Story By Peter A. Roos | Photos by Jim Tizzano & Michael Fox Exotic lionfish have invaded Florida waters. They are a huge problem because: They eat everything in sight and can decimate reef fish populations in a matter of weeks.

They have poisonous spines and are dangerous to humans, especially to divers and fishermen. They have no natural predators to keep their populations in check.

They can reproduce every four days. They are resistant to parasites that affect native fish.

The Good News is they are delicious.

The first Atlantic sighting of the invasive Indo-Pacific species was seen in 1985 off Dania Beach on the East Coast of Florida. The lionfish is now found throughout the Gulf, and off the Atlantic coast as far north as Rhode Island in the summer. On the reef, lionfish compete for food with grouper and snapper and reproduce so rapidly that they are known to reduce better established native populations by 70-80% in a matter of weeks. Waterfront communities are organizing gatherings for research and encouraging consumption of the fish, which is quite delicious. The lionfish have stinging barbs above and below that can be quite painful, so careful handling is needed. Most other species of fish will starve before they will eat one. Special canisters are sold by local dive shops for safe collection by experienced divers.

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Renee and I were impressed by what will be at least an annual “lionfish weigh-in” behind the Guy Harvey Outpost in St. Pete Beach the first Sunday in September. “Lionfish will eat anything that fits in their mouths” said one of the volunteers from St. Petersburg College that were assisting in the Reef Monitoring effort to tag, weigh, measure, and to identify the Lionfish’s range of travel and its diet.

They had plenty of specimens to work on.

The day before, over 100 divers paid $20 each to enter the Lionfish Safari competition for the most caught, the largest and the smallest. The divers had been hunting around reefs in 80 feet of Gulf water for only an hour or two and had speared over 500 of the lionfish by day’s end.

“They are actually easy to filet. Their skin is soft and getting

boneless filets is a breeze,” said one of the student volunteers who became quite proficient at cleaning lionfish. The stinging barbs had been removed before the iced-down lionfish were delivered in coolers to waiting volunteers. They tagged, weighed and measured the fish. The otolith (ear bone) was removed from the head of each fish and placed in small labeled and capped test tubes with preservative. “These can tell us how old the fish was and perhaps more about the history of the fish,” we were told by one of the obviously experienced St. Petersburg College volunteers. Stomachs and their contents were removed and placed into larger labeled and capped test tubes, which will be analyzed to study what these fish are eating.

Dive operators, collectors and their families watched the research efforts and spoke with representatives of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission who were there to help educate the public about the need for lionfish capture and consumption.

“The Rumfish Grille at the Guy Harvey Outpost regularly includes lionfish in its Ceviche’ when it is available,” said Executive Chef Justin Harry, who was on hand, beachside, ready to prepare the lionfish filets for consumption.

“Lionfish filets are a lot like snapper or grouper,” I was told.

Left :Dive shops sell special containers for speared lionfish to avoid contact with poisonous spines in top and below Clockwise from R:Marine biology research team St Petersburg College & volunteers were perfect Rock Bottom Divers ...

Official Lionfish Safari t-shirts helped raise funds for event ....

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Chef Harry was hoping that his two frying pans could keep up with the demand for his lionfish creations.

Reef Monitoring is a 501(c)3 non-profit research organization established in 2005. Headquarted in Clearwater, Reef Monitoring’s main purpose is to organize a group of marine scientists and educators as a means of watching over our invaluable natural and artificial reef systems.

If our reefs disappeared tomorrow, do YOU know what the impact would be?

Reef Monitoring was formed in response to a massive Red Tide and Low Oxygen kill we had in the near-shore waters of Tampa Bay. At the time, Sean Patterson was an undergraduate student at the University of South Florida.

Working under the supervision of Dr. Heyward Mathews of St. Petersburg College, the original project was to track the recovery of one natural reef and one artificial reef in state waters. Fish counts and invertebrate counts were taken by the diver transect method as well as random quarter-meter coverage assessments of the reef substrate. Algae samples were taken and analyzed as well.

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Dr. Matthews has an impressive history of working to monitor and improve marine biology in his little corner of the world. He was a driving force behind the formation of the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, a research institute about to become even more renowned due to the recently released “Dolphin Tale 2”sequel to “Dolphin Tale.” He also was a driving force behind Tampa Bay Watch, a not for profit that has a fine record of educational and hands-on programs to benefit Tampa Bay.

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Reef Monitoring is striving to establish a base line set of data, an ongoing snapshot of the valuable marine resources residing on our natural and artificial reefs. This data can be used for a variety of purposes including providing an economical value of our resources, assessing the health of fish stocks, and even providing an early warning of contamination or pollution in our waters.

• Ongoing Survey - They are training every-day divers to go out and help collect this crucial data. Diving enthusiasts are encouraged to contact them to see how you can help!

• Reef Clean-Ups - Reef Monitoring typically picks one Reef to clean up each spring to get the garbage off of our reefs and protect our marine life.

• Reef Recruitment- Using light traps, Reef Monitoring studies the new organisms that are settling on our natural and artificial reefs. They hope to end the debate as to whether artificial reefs create new biota or concentrate existing ones.

• Sea Floor Analysis - Reef Monitoring is currently studying the changes in the physical characteristics of the bottom surrounding artificial reefs.

The Lionfish invasion is one of their primary focuses these days, working closely with Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservationthat has declared the Lionfish to be Public Enemy #1.

That Lionfish can reproduce as often as every four days, and has no serious predators, helps account for the rapid expansion of their habitat. From the Turks and Caicos Islands,

Executive Chef Justin Harry from the TradeWinds Resort prepairs Lionfish cakes for safari participants

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fishing guide Mike Fox says the “Lionfish are everywhere.

The good news, however is that they are starting to show up in the stomach of their grouper, so there is some hope that nature might help to control their spread.”

Lionfish ‘Derbies’ are being held in a growing number of locales. www.REEF.org based out of Key Largo sanctioned official Lionfish ‘Derbies’ www.reef.org

Lionfish Derbies were recently held in other communities as follows: Treasure Coast Fort Pierce City Marina (1 Avenue A, Ft Pierce, FL) June 6-7, 2014 Treasurecoastlionfishsafari.com Bob Hickerson thefrapper001@gmail.com St. Vincent and the Grenadines Fisherman’s Day Lionfish Derby June 9, 2014 fishdiv@vincysurf.com Pensacola Flora Bama Yacht Club (17350 Peridido Key Dr., Pensacola, FL 32507) April 30 - May 4, www.gulfcoastlionfish.com Andy Ross 850-529-2475 sharkman58@gmail.com Saline Bay, Mayreau, St. Vincent & the Grenadines May 1, 2014 Nancy Saul-Demers (784-458-8006) Port Salerno, FL July 12, 2014 www.mclionfish.com MCAC Artificial Reef Fund, Inc. info@mcacreefs.org Boca Raton July 25-26, 2014 Sean Meadows worldofscubafl@gmail.com Jacksonville Beach on August 8th & 9th Gulf Coast – Guy Harvey Resort Sept 6 & 7th – Guy Harvey Outpost – A TradeWinds Resort St. Pete Beach, FL Key Largo - John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park – Sept. 13th Coastal Carolina Derby - Dockside Bar and Grill, Wilmington, NC Sept 20, 2014 cclionfishderby.wix.com/cclionfishderby Pensacola - Flora Bama Yacht Club - 17350 Perdido Key Dr Sept. 27 & 28th, Andy Ross 850-529-2475

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Upcoming Derbies Sarasota Derby October 5, 2014 SarasotaLionfishDerby.com zookeeperlcu@gmail.com eBoat Listings Lionfish Derby – Boynton Beach, October 16-18, 2014 blog.eboatlistings.com/lionfish-tournament/ Jessica Anderson jessica@eBoatListings.com DEEP 2014 Roatan Lionfish Derby October 20-22, 2014 www.caredeeply.org Kelli Shaw kelli@caredeeply.org First CORE St. Croix Derby Nov 8-9, 2014 www.corevi.org/ Nadija Packauskas & Wess Tester stxoutreach@corevi.org

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LIBRARIES ST. PETE BEACH 365 73rd Ave., SPB, 363-9238 www.stpetebeach.org Monday/Wednesday 10am-8pm Tue - Thur - Friday 10am-6pm Sat 10am-2pm • Sunday, closed Closed: Tuesday, November 11 Phyllis Ruscella, Administrator Maryjane Hyatt, Librarian Like us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/SPBLibrary Follow us on Pinterest! http://pinterest.com/spblibrary COMPUTER CLASSES E-Reader Hour - download library e-books to Kindle, Nook, iPad, etc.

Fridays, 11am-12noon Oct. 3 & 17, Nov. 7 & 21 I Just Got My iPad, Now What?

Tue’s, Oct. 7 & Nov. 4, 10:30am Wed’s, Oct. 15 & Nov. 12, 10:30am iPad e-Books Fri’s, Oct. 10 & Nov. 14,10:30am iPad App of the Month Club Wednesday, Oct. 1, 3pm (Amer. Greetings) Wed., Nov. 5, 3pm (pictures) ADULT PROGRAMS S.H.I.N.E.- Bill Ferrari on Medicare Mondays, Oct. 6 & 27, 10:30am Friends of the Library Annual Mtg. Wednesday, Oct. 22, 6-7:30pm BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP Book/film, Tuesdays, 10:30am

Oct. 21, Cleopatra: a Life Oct. 28, Antony & Cleopatra Nov. 18, Sons and Lovers Nov. 25, Sons and Lovers CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Mother Goose Story Time ages 3 & under Thursdays, 11am-12noon Oct. 2, 9, 16, & 30 Nov. 6. 13, & 20 I Want to Be a Skeeter Reader certified reading therapy dog Thursdays, 4-5pm Oct. 9, 16, 23, & 30 Nov. 6, 13, & 20 Halloween Parade/Story Time Friday, October 31, 4pm Ashly the Bee Lady Monday, November 24, 2pm _____________________________

ST. PETERSBURG Contact person: Jacquelyn Archie Contact phone: 727.893.4212 Dates of Holiday closings: Wed., Oct. 22, West Community Library All College Day. COMPUTER CLASSES: Main: E-Government Open Lab: Fridays, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm.

Library staff will be available to assist with online services & applications. Computers available on first-come, first-served basis.

Internet Basics: Thursday, October 2, 1:00 pm.

Get started using the internet and learn how to surf the web.

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Pinterest Basics: Thursday, October 9, 4:00 pm.

Learn all about this popular social media site, set up an account & begin pinning to your own boards.

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS: Mousing Basics: Tuesday, October 21, 12:00 pm.

Class is for absolute beginners with no prior computer experience.

Learn the parts of a computer & how to use a mouse.

Basic Microsoft Word 2007: Monday, October 27, 10:30 am.

Use Microsoft Word to write letter, papers, create resumes, flyers and much more.

Johnson Community: One-on-One Computer/ Internet Training: Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30 am & Thursdays, 10:30 -11:30 am.

Basic Microsoft Word 2007: Thursday, October 23, 3:30 pm.

Use Microsoft Word to write letter, papers, create resumes, flyers and much more.

North Community: One-on-One: Computer help for adults, with volunteer computer tutors.

Introduction to PowerPoint 2007: Thursday, October 23, 3:30 pm.

Begin creating custom presenta tions and slide shows using Microsoft PowerPoint.

South Community Basic Microsoft Word 2007: Tuesday, October 14, 1:00 pm.

Use Microsoft Word to write letters, papers, create resumes, flyers and much more.

West Community: Supervised Lab Time: Fridays, 1:30-3:30 pm. Get help with all your computer issues.

Beginners & advanced users LinkedIn: Thursday, October 2, 12:30 pm.

World’s largest professional network. Learn to manage your professional identity. Build & engage with your professional network. Access knowledge, insights and opportunities.

Microsoft Word Advanced: Thursday, October 16, 12:30 pm.

Learn additional steps in word processing.

Microsoft Excel Basics: Thursday, October 23, 12:30 pm.

Registration required for the above computer classes.

Teen Programs: Main Library: Tabletop Games Night: (Ages 11-18) Thursday, Oct. 16, 5:00- 7:30 pm.

Classic board games, card games or miniatures. Bring your own games or borrow ours!

North: Teen Computer Squad: Mon’s, 2:30-5:30pm, Wed’s, 2:30-4:30 pm, Fri’s, 3:00-5:30 pm, & Sat’s, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm.

Receive computer help from our tech savvy teens appointments - first come first served basis.

West Community: Teen Night: (Ages 13-19) Mon., October 6, 6:00-7:00 pm.

Halloween Party!

RECREATION S T. P ET E B E A C H

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727.363.9245 • www.SPBRec.com St Pete Beach Community Center 7701 Boca Ciega Drive,St. Pete Beach, 33706 Jennifer McMahon, CPR,P Rec. Director

120 108th Ave., Treasure Island (727) 547-4575 X 237 Rec. Dir.Cathy Hayduke, chayduke@mytreasureisland.org Treasure Island Comm. Center, Gulf Blvd. at 106th Avenue.

St. Pete Beach Community Center has classes for everyone.

Live It! with recreation this fall.

Whether you are looking for a youth basketball program, senior line dancing, aqua fitness or an adult workout class the St. Pete Beach Community Center has a class for you. New this fall we have Qi Gong, Tai Chi, Move to Your Groove, Zumba Step, Voice Lessons and keep a look out for our new Trunk or Treat Event this October. Stop by the Community Center, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr. to pick up our new fall program guide. You can also visit our website, www.spbrec.com for a full list of classes.

Lego® Robotics - After School Team Program Lego® Robotics after school team program for ages 8 and older is starting September 8th at the St. Pete Beach Community Center, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr. Students will learn how to design, program and build a competitive robot using the Lego® Mindstorm Robotic kit. The “team” will have the opportunity to compete with their robots. The introductory class is held on Mondays from 4-5pm and the Intermediate/ Advanced class meets Tuesday & Thursday 45pm. For class fees and session dates please visit us at www.spbrec.com or call 727-363-9245.

Youth Basketball League offering a Coed Youth Basketball League for children grades 1st- 8th.

Practices will be held once a week and games on Saturdays. The cost is only $75 per athlete. Register in person at the Community center now through September 5th. For more information call 727363-9245 or visit www.spbrec.com.

Class schedule subject to change Call the Recreation Department for current class listings CITY HALL AUDITORIUM 120 108 AVENUE DRAWING/PAINTING CLASS Mon’s starting in September 9:30am-2:30pm - SponsorTreasure Island Art Guild Basic drawing and painting $6/class or $30 for 6 weeks INST: Fred Wilder 360-8390 JAZZERCISE Mon’s, Wed’s, Fri’s -5:30-6:30pm, 1st class $5 all other classes $8 $38 per month w/12 month $42 per mth cash/check EFT (year round) $45 per mth all seasonal students (EFT,cash or check) ONE TIME JOINING FEE: $35 (deducted from joining fee if you join same day) INST: Ginger Hancock 289-6795 PORTRAIT WORKSHOP Fridays - 9:30am-12:00noon Sponsor Treasure Island Art Guild FEE: $3.00/M & $5.00/non M Pete Garino 345-4150 STEP-N-SWING DANCE AEROBICS Tue’s 10:30am – 11:30am Low impact aerobic dance with a body bat FEE: $5/class Karin Globus, 480-3840 STILL LIFE WORKSHOP Thursdays 1:00pm-12:30pm Sponsor Treasure Island Art Guild FEE: $2.00/M & $4.00/non-M Bruce Kotchey 392-2995 ZUMBA WITH VIRGINIA Wed’s 6:45pm-7:45pm (Off for Summer) $6/class or $20/month Virginia Perez 557-4917 COMMUNITY CENTER Main Hall & Garden Rm. & PARK GULF Blvd AT 106 AVENUE ADULT JAZZ DANCE CLASS Thur’s (No class 3rd Thursday) 7:45pm - 8:45pm Community Center Garden Rm $8 no experience or dance shoes needed Loren Yancey 813-900-3434

ANYTHING GOES ART Wed’s (Garden Room) 9:30am-11:30am Sponsored by Treasure Island Art Guild $3.00/M & $5.00/non M Arlene Kitchen 360-8065 BINGO Thur’s 6:45pm Early Bird Sponsored by Treasure Islettes (All games are on paper) 7:45pm Regular Marion Alton 360-0164 TAE KWONDO & TAI CHI Tue’s 5:30pm - 7:00pm Martial Arts - $40/month Tae Ju Jung 510-5122 YOGA WITH CHERI Wed’s 6:30pm – 7:45pm Thur’s (call for start date) 8-9:00am Community Center Garden Rm HATHA YOGA FOR ALL LEVELS $10/ TI res. $10/non-res. $30 (5) class pass -res or non res Cheri McNally, PTA 460-8935 WORD SMITTEN 3rd Thursday @ month 7-9:00pm Community Center Garden Rm $10/class Kate Sullivan 409-0500 ZUMBA FITNESS Tue’s & Thur’s 9:30am - 10:30am BLUEGRASS MUSIC Tue’s & Fri’s 1 -4pm Community Center/T.I. Park Nov–May months subject to change) Bring an instrument to play with the group or a lawn chair to sit and listen to the music.

Bob Kuhl 669-3620 Treasure Bay Public Golf & Tennis, 10315 Paradise Boulevard 9 hole, par 3 golf course; tennis clinics; tennis leagues; ladies golf league and much more. Golf and Tennis lessons available for persons of all ages and levels.

Call 727-360-6062 for additional information or view our website at www.treasurebaygolfandtennis.com.

Stroke Production Clinic 9:00am – 10:00am, Saturday Limit 8 cost $12/60minutes 7:00pm – 8:00pm, Thursday Beginning Intermediates 6:30pm - 8:00pm, Tuesday Beginning Intermediates (stroke lesson) 10:00am – 11:00am, Saturday JUNIOR CLINICS Level 1- 8 & under Tennis 5:00pm - 6:00pm, Mon & Wed Level 2- 8 & under Tennis 6:00pm – 7:00pm, Mon & Wed Ages 9 & 10 – 60ft court 5:00pm - 6:30pm, Mon & Wed Point playing juniors camp (11 -14) 5:00pm - 6:30pm, Tue. & Thur.

High School Level 5:00 - 6:30pm, Mon,Tue & Thur CLINICS $10/60minutes or $15/90minutes Team Tennis Packages Available – See Flyer at Clubhouse USTA 1-2-3 Tennis (Registration required) 6:30pm-8:00pm, Thursday (Beginning Adults) Full Beginner 1-2-3 course See registration form for details Intermediate Mixed Doubles Tuesday evenings 6:30pm Sign–up sheet at desk CLINIC SPACE LIMITED. Call or sign up at clubhouse PLEASE CHECK OUT OUR ORGANIZED PLAY OPPORTUNITIES

ADULT Clinic FEES: $10.00 for 1-hour clinics & $15.00 for 90-minute clinics (except where noted) Private lessons available contact Phil Girardi, tennis pro 727-360-6062 GOLF CLINICS Private lessons available Contact Gary Metzger PGADirector of Golf at (727) 365-4505 or (727) 360-6062 PN

TENNIS CLINICS ADULTS Men’s Advanced (4.0 lvl) 6:30pm – 7:30pm, Monday Women’s Advanced Drills (3.5lvl) 6:30pm - 7:30pm, Monday Intermediates Clinic 9:00am-10:30am, Monday 6:30pm- 8:00pm, Wednesday 9:00am - 10:30am, Friday 10:00am-11:30am, Saturday

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“Not Just Another War Story” Story by STEVE TRAIMAN

Wayne MacDowell, local civic activist and retired St. Pete Beach businessman, will have his second novel, Not Just Another War Story, on Amazon.com October 28 and in book stores November 11.

“It’s the fruition of nine years of research and writing,“ he told Paradise News. “The book is a meaningful true-to-life account of the action-packed U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II, a most difficult time in our history. It’s also a love story of a young B-17 pilot and the British nurse he meets in London.

“Release of the print edition on Veterans Day is very meaningful, almost 70 years after the end of the war, first in Europe and then in Japan.

Local area bookstore and library signings are being scheduled.”

Wayne’s publisher, DocUmeant Publishing, is a division of the DocUmeant family of companies, based in New York City, and headed by Ginger Marks, an award winning author, publisher and internationally recognized designer. The company won the 2012 New York Award in the Publishing Consultants & Services category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA). Other DocUmeant authors include Scott Donkin, an internationally published author, chiropractor, lecturer and consultant.

Books include Sitting on the Job, Fit for Work, SittingSmarts, the co-author of Peak Performance Body & Mind: How to Make Your Body Last a Lifetime, and he is also the producer of a number of multimedia programs on health and wellness. Mary Kane, JD, has over 27 years experience as a criminal and civil trial lawyer in various states and in federal court, background for her book, Southern Justice. She was the first woman in the country to become a Life Member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Ross Crothers, based in New South Wales, for most of his working life, he has been involved in international trade and finance.

The characters and events from these years have inspired his book, Running Dead.

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St. Petersburg Museum of History Welcomes Florida’s First Tourists Just over 500 years ago, Juan Ponce de Leon landed on what he thought was just another Caribbean island.

He named it La Florida.

Filling the entire main gallery of the St. Petersburg Museum of History, Imagining La Florida offers a new prospective on the rich, yet forgotten history of Florida and how the Sunshine State, not Virginia or Massachusetts, was the birthplace of our nation.

“La Florida is an eye-opener for those of us who learned the British version of colonial America,” said Rui Farias, Museum Executive Director. The St. Petersburg Museum of History is located at 335 2nd Ave. NE in St. Petersburg. Museum hours are Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm and Sundays Noon-5pm.

For more information on Museum memberships or to purchase tickets to the La Florida exhibit, visit http://www.spmoh.org or call 727-894-1052.

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LIVE THEATRE AMALIE ARENA (Tampa Bay Times Forum) NEW NAME AND WEBSITE 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa, 813.301.6500 www.amaliearena.com October 23 – 25 – Joyce Meyer Ministries (FREE) November 14 – James Taylor AMERICAN STAGE 163 Third St. N, St. Petersburg, 727.823.7529 www.americanstage.org boxoffice@americanstage.org October 5 – Hawk & Wayne's This is a Comedy Show 10 – 12 – Cabaret Music – Songs of Irving Berlin 15 – 26 – Nureyev's Eye 18, 25 – Cinderella Confidential A SIMPLE THEATER The Biniger Theater, Eckerd College 4200 54th Avenue S, St. Petersburg, FL 33711 www.asimpletheatre.org October 14 – The Graduate CAPITOL THEATER 405 Cleveland Street, Clearwater www.rutheckerdhall.com/venues October 5 – The Black Honkeys 10 – National Lampoon / Big Trouble 11 – Richard Marx 12 – Classic Albums – The White Album 17, 18 – Clearwater Jazz Holiday 20 – Justin Hayward 22 – Los Lonely Boys 23 – Jorma Kaukonen 24 – Beetlejuice / Edward Scissorhands 25 – Kidz Bop 25 – Mary Lambert 28 – Last Comic Standing 31 – Nightmare on Elm St. / Friday the 13th CATHERINE HICKMAN THEATER NOTE 5501 27th Ave S, Gulfport 727.418.3733 http://www.mygulfport.us/City_Calendar/Hickman_Theater_Events.htm#/?i=1 Gulfport Community Players www.gulfportcommunityplayers.org October 3 – Photo Exhibition and Reception honoring Historical Society EIGHT O’CLOCK THEATRE 105 Central Park Drive, Largo 727.587.6793, www.eightoclocktheatre.com/ FREEFALL THEATRE COMPANY 6099 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, 727.498.5205 www.freefalltheatre.com October 10 – November 9 – Into the Woods

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GLENRIDGE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 7333 Scotland Way, Sarasota, 941.552.5325 www.gpactix.com October 23 – A Midsummer Night's Dream LARGO CULTURAL CENTER 105 Central Park Dr, Largo, FL 33779 727.587.6793 www.largoarts.com October 4 – Peace of Woodstock 5 – 10 O'Clock Band 11 – Island Blast 12 – Simon and Garfunkel Retrospective 15 – Circus Electronica 18 – Country Royalty 22, 23 – Girls Night – A Musical 25 – Andy McKee / Mark Kroos M.A.D. THEATRE OF TAMPA (Music Acting Dance Theatre of Tampa) 813.386.6173 www.madtheatre.com October 2 – 18 – Rocky Horror Picture Show MIDFLORIDA CREDIT UNION Amphitheater At Florida State Fairgrounds 4802 US Hwy 301 N, Tampa, 813.740.2446 www.ticketmaster.com/venue/107257 October 17 - Jason Aldean 25 – Coral Skies Music Fest STAGE THEATER & CONSERVATORY 11650 131st Street N, Largo – Country Day World School 813.817.2585 www.newstagelargo.org October 10 – November 2 – Hamlet RUTH ECKERD HALL 1111 N. McMullen Booth Rd, Clearwater, 727.791.7400 www.rutheckerdhall.com October 1 – Chicago 3 – Peter Frampton 4 – Kevin James 8 – Australian Pink Floyd 9 -Rodrigo y Gabriela 12 – TFO – Beethoven & Rachmaninoff 23 – Ringo Starr 25 – Bill Maher 26 – TFO – Barber's Violin Concerto ST. PETERSBURG CITY THEATRE Theatre is located just off I-275 at 4025 31st. St. South, St. Petersburg, 33712.

Box Office:Tickets / Information 727-866-1973. www.spcitytheatre.org October 24 – November 2 – Dracula, The Vampire Strikes Back

STAGEWORKS THEATER NEW 1120 E. Kennedy Blvd., West Bldg., #151, Tampa, 813.374.2416 www.stageworkstheatre.org October 9 – 26 – Superior Doughnuts STRAZ CENTER 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa, 813.229. STAR www.strazcenter.org October Tickets on sale now for Phantom of the Opera Dec. 17 – January 4, 2015 2 – 18 – MAD Theater Rocky Horror 10 – TFO – Beethoven & Rachmaninoff 11 – Tiempo Live 15 – 19 – Dixie's Tupperware Party 16 – Anjelah Johnson 18 – Broadway Ball 21 – 26 – Cinderella 24 – TFO – Barber's Violin Concerto 25 – Chris D'Elia 27 – Brendan James 29 – November 23 – Vampire Lesbians of Sodom 31 – TFO – Fiesta, an Evening with the Mambo Kings THE COLISEUM 535 4th Ave. N, St. Petersburg, 727.892.5715 www.stpete.org/coliseum/ Tea dances return October - May October 2 – SOUPS ON 4 – Freedom Fund Banquet 12 – Bridal Show 14 – Senior Expo 17 – 19 – Antiques & Collectible Show 24 – Ghoulwill Bash PATEL CONSERVATORY 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa 813.222.1002 www.patelconservatory.org Dance / Theater / Music / Adult Classes THE MAHAFFEY THEATER 400 1st St. So, Bayfront Center, St. Petersburg, 727.892.5767 Now NO Surcharges www.themahaffeytheater.com , www.ticketmaster.com www.floridaorchestra.org October 11 – TFO – Beethoven & Rachmaninoff 17 – TFO – Rock Series, Rolling Stones 18 – Steve Harvey Act Like a Success 19 – Lyle Lovett 24 – Arrival – Music of Abba 25 – TFO – Barber's Violin Concerto 30 – TFO – Magic, Mystery and Music THE PALLADIUM 253 5th Ave N, St. Petersburg, 727.822.3590 www.mypalladium.org October 3 – Founder's Gala 4 - Damon Fowler Band 5 - Jeneen Terriana 7 – An Eve of Jackie (Wilson) 17, 19, 21 - Pagliacci – St. Petersburg Opera

24 – Pieces of a Dream 31 – Halloween Party – Side Door VAN WEZEL 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, 941.953.3368 www.vanwezel.org October 1 – Peter Frampton 6 – Eve of Jackie 16 – Martina McBride 17 – Lyle Lovett 22 – Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great 24 – The Ultimate DooWop Show 26 - Bill Maher 27 – Shen Yun Orchestra VENUE THEATRE Country Inn & Suites, 8050 US Hwy 19N, Pinellas Park TEMPORARY ADDRESS 727.822.6194 • http://venuewebsite.wix.com/ Venue Theatre is a non profit 501(c)(3) Corporation, founded in 1992 to serve actors, writers & artists of Tampa Bay. WEST COAST PLAYERS 21905 US 19 N. Clearwater, 727.437.2363 wcplayers@gmail.com, www.wcplayers.org October Through October 5 – Monkey, Monkey, Bottle of Beer, How Many Monkeys Have We Got Het? 12,13 – Audition – Don't Dress for Dinner

MUSEUMS ARMED FORCES MILITARY 2050 34th Way N., Largo 727.539.8371 www.armedforcesmuseum.com October 2 – Wheels for Warriors Dikefest 11 – Stars and Stripes USO Show 12 – Build a Model Camp DALI MUSEUM One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg, 727.823.3767 www.thedali.org Experience all of Dali’s art works, over 2,000 pieces!

Saturdays Dali & Beyond Film Series Dillydally w/ Dali Sundays - Yoga + Dali Wednesday, Thursday – Story Time for Families The Royal Inheritance: Dali Works from Spanish National Collection Visit website - ongoing lectures/activities October 1 – Coffee with the Curator 2 – Opera at the Dali 4 – Breakfast with Dali for Families 9 – The Genius Next Door 11 – Suenos de Dali 14 – SciFi Cafe – Prosthetics 18 – Science in the Sun 23 – Persistence of Memory Memoir Writing 30 – Our Town Conversation

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Events Calendar

OCTOBER 2014

Wednesday, October 1 – Celebrating National Ballroom Dance Week 12:30 – 3:30 pm. $7 for dance, $10 dance / instruction.

The Coliseum, 535 4th Ave N, St. Petersburg. Live band performance, dancing & instruction signaling the return of tea dances. www.stpete.org/coliseum Wednesday, October 1 – Anchoring 7-9 pm. FREE instruction, $30 materials. St. Petersburg Sailing Center, 250 2nd Ave SE, Demens Landing.

Part of the ongoing Safe Boating seminars provided by St Petersburg Sail and Power Squadron. Must be 12 or older. www.boating-stpete.org Thursday, October 2 – SOUPS ON! 10:45 am – 1:15 pm.

The Coliseum, 535 4 th Ave N, St. Petersburg. Call for details on this event featuring local hunger with presentation. Reservations - more information call 727.821.1200 x 114 www.stpete.org/coliseum Thursday, October 2 – Movies in the Park Music 6 pm, movie begins at dark. FREE, donations appreciated. N. Straub Park, St. Petersburg. Dead Poet's Society. Brought to you by the St. Petersburg Preservation Society. www.stpetepreservation.org Thursday, October 2 – Hot Run 5K & 10K 7:20 pm through sunset. $45 on site and week prior. Hurricane Restaurant, 809 Gulf Way, St. Pete Beach.

Post race party with entertainment and Hot 101.5 “Hot Zone”. www.hot1015tampabay.com/hotrun Thursday, October 2 – Ringling Underground 8-11 pm. $10. Ringling Museum, 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota. Live music, art & atmosphere. Galleries included in admission. www.ringling.org Friday, October 3 – First Friday Downtown FREE 5:30-10 pm. . Central Ave. between 2 nd & 3 rd Street, St. Petersburg.

Street party music - food - beverage vendors. Benefiting Breakfast Optimist Club. www.firstfridaystpete.com Friday, October 3 – First Friday Artwalk 6 – 10 pm.

FREE. Beach Blvd., Gulfport. Streets are lined with artistic vendors, food, beverages and entertainment.

Shops open extended hours. www.gulfportma.com

Friday, October 3 – St. Pete Beach October Concert Series in the Park 6 – 9 pm. FREE. “Black Honkeys” Horan Park on Boca Ciega Drive, St. Pete Beach.

Bring a chair or blanket an enjoy the music, food and fun zone. Family friendly. www.spbrec.com Saturday, October 4 – Paddles Up St. Pete 8:30 am – 4 pm. Walsingham Park, Largo. Activities include Dragon Boat Races, Paddle Crafts & Kayak/Canoe Races. www.paddlesupstpete.com Saturday, October 4 – Tampa Bay International Curry Festival 12 noon – 8 pm. $10 pre-sale, $12 day event.

Vinoy Park, St. Petersburg. varieties of amazing curry cuisines, music, food preparation seminars - demonstrations, music performances, & adult beverages paired with curries. www.tbicf.com Saturday, October 4 – An Evening with George Takei 7 – 10 pm. $25. Sullivan Studios, 11286 47th St N, Clearwater.

In conjunction w/Film Commission, this is an intimate evening with George Takai, best known for Sulu of Star Trek, now a star in digital age. www.pinellascvb.com Saturday, October 4 & Sunday, October 5 – Crafty Fest 11 am – 5 pm. FREE. ARTpool Gallery, 2030 Central Ave, St. Petersburg. Crafty Fest Market is a 'buy local,' handmade & vintage! www.artpoolrules.com Saturday, October 4 & Sunday, October 5 – Pirates of Orchids, Show & Sale 10 am-5 pm. $5, St Petersburg Garden Club, 501 Sunset Drive So., St Petersburg. Florida West Coast Orchid Society event featuring creative design, educational workshops & numerous trusted vendors. www.fwcos.org Saturday, October 4 – 2nd Annual Wheels for Warriors Bikefest 11 am-2 pm. $15 per biker.

Armed Forces History Museum, 2050 34th Way N, Largo. Bikers receive discount admission of $15, includes touring museum, & lunch in Officers’ Club. Each biker receives an Armed Forces History Museum lapel pin for their vests/t-shirts. www.armedforcesmuseum.com

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FLORIDA HOLOCAUST MUSEUM 55 5th Street So, St. Petersburg 727.820.0100 www.flholocaustmuseum.org Mon-Sun; last entry 3:30pm Permanent Exhibitions – History, Heritage and Hope, Kaddish in Wood Through January 11, 2015 – Jehova's Witnesses Faith Under Fire October Through 5 – Portraits of Survivors 11 - December 28 – The Memory 12 - ProjectTraces of History 11- Opening Reception – The Memory Project 25 – January 18, 2015 – The Holocaust 25 – Party for Marty 30 – Opening Reception Murray Zimiles GULF BEACHES HISTORICAL MUSEUM 115 10th Avenue, St Pete Beach 727.552.1610 www.gulfbeachesmuseum.com Thur-Fri-Sat 10am - 4pm. Sun. 1-4pm.

Donations suggested • Only museum dedicated to the preservation of the history of the local barrier island. Preserving island history for tomorrow’s generation!

HENRY PLANT MUSEUM 401 West Kennedy Blvd., Tampa 813.254.1891 www.plantmuseum.com Closed Mondays. Tuesday through Saturday 10 am – 5 pm.

Sunday 12 noon – 5 pm. $10 adult / $7 student and Senior / $5 Child 4 – 12 years.

Through December 31, 2014 ⁃ The Pottery of Wedgewood Every Sunday – Upstairs, Downstairs JOHN & MABLE RINGLING MUSEUM OF ART 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota 941.359.5700 www.ringling.org Mondays FREE admissions all day Thursdays - Ringling by the Bay ($10) Joseph’s Coat Skyscape - Thur & Fri pm New Interactive Galleries for Families Ongoing -Paolo Veronese Exhibit Exhibits Through October 26 – Thomas Chimes Through December 7 – Danny Lyons – Bikeriders Through December 7 – Bandits, Beauties and Beggars Through February 2015 – Precarious Possessions EXTENDED October 2 – Ringling Underground 16,17 – Jazz Sunsets on the Bay 16 – 18 – Gatehouse Gatherings 18 – Yoga on the Terrace 23 – Member Preview – Behind Closed Doors MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS 255 Beach Drive. NE, St. Petersburg 727.894.4638 www.fine-arts.org Ongoing – Sitter and Subject in Nineteenth Century Society Thursday Evenings adm. $10 after 5pm Exhibits Through November 9 – Building the Panama Canal October 11 through January 18, 2015 – Jamie Wyeth Portraits

October 3 – Morning with the Maestro 4 – Kidding Around Yoga 5 – American Stage- Learn Lecture 8 – Coffee Talk with Nan Colton 9 – Book Singning – Velva Lee Heraty “The Dream Belongs to the Dreamer” 9 – Cinema TIGLIFF 11 – Drumming 12 – Hot Gatherings Cool Conversations 12 – Collector's Circle Lecture – Wyeth 14 - FoDA – Fifties Furniture 16 – Fashion & Jewelry Artisian Market 16 – Porch Parties 20 – Bogies and Stogies Golf Tournament 23 – Art Advances Fashion Forward 25 – Drumming ST. PETERSBURG MUSEUM OF HISTORY 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, 727.894.1052 www.spmoh.org 3rd Saturday, 2pm-5pm Museum grounds; Free! Artifacts Study Lab, Learning Center & Lab, Archives, Many Collections!

Permanent Exhibitions: VISION: Challenge, Change, & Continuity World’s First Commercial Airline • Piering into Past, Pondering Future • On the Homefront, St. Petersbur Goes to War 1941-1945 • Legendary Landscapes by Highwaymen • Through March 1, 2015 – Imagining La Florida TAMPA BAY AUTOMOBILE MUSEUM 3301 Gateway Centre, Pinellas Park 727.579.8226, info@tbauto.org, www.tbauto.org Features a unique collection of vintage cars and vehicles that demonstrate creativity, imagination and engineering Cousteau Society Artifacts on exhibit TAMPA BAY HISTORY CENTER 801 Old Water St, Tampa 813.228.0097 www.tampabayhistorycenter.org October 1 – Course -Prohibition: It's National and Local History 1 – Sangria & Stories – Prohibition's Cultural Upheaval 10 – 25 Year Anniversary Gala 15 – Florida's Conversation – Florida & America in 1920's 16 – Book Group 19 – Family Trick or Treat 20 – Closing Day – Prohibition “The Lighter Side” 22 – Course - Prohibition The Lighter Side TAMPA MUSEUM OF ART 120 W. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa 813.259.1720 www.tampamuseum.org Fridays – Art on The House – 4 to 8pm.

Visit the gallery free of charge.

Donations welcome.

Second Friday Global Lens Series, International screenings Saturdays – Art Spot Activities Exhibits Through November 30 – Poseidon and the Sea October 11 – January 11, 2015 – Paris and the Allure of Color USF CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM 3821 USF Holly Dr., Tampa, FL 33620 813. 974.4133 - Info 813. 974.2849 M-F 10 am – 5pm / Sat – 1 – 5 pm Free.

Exhibition Through December 12 – Making Sense

October 9 – Curator's Tour – Making Sense 16 – Art Thursday – Peter Plagens

Through December 23 – Terra Incognita 30 through December 23 – Gifted 30 through December 11 – Creative Start Elementary

USF CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH IN ART 4202 E. Fowler Ave, CAM101, Tampa www.ira.usf.edu

FLORIDA CRAFTSMEN GALLERY 501 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg 727.821.7391 www.floridacraftsmen.net

USF GRAPHIC STUDIO 3702 Spectrum Blvd., Suite 100 Tampa, (813) 974-3503 Free admission Monday - Friday (holidays excepted) 10 am - 5 pm October 10 – 16th Annual Graphic Studio Benefit Sale

ART GALLERIES ANTIQUE GALLERIES OF ST. PETE. 450 34th St. N, St. Petersburg 727.321.3331, www.antiquegalleriesofstpetersburg.com ART LOFTS Florida Craftsmen Galleries (2nd floor) 10 5th St. N., St. Petersburg 727.504.8788 www.theartlofts.com Second Saturday Gallery Walk ARTPOOL 2030 Central Ave., St Petersburg 727.324.3878 www.artpoolrules.com October 4, 5 – Crafty Fest 18 – Abnormal Formal CRAFTSMAN HOUSE Gallery-Cafe-Pottery Studio, 2955 Central Ave, St Petersburg 727.323.2787 www.craftsmanhousegallery.com Nominated 2013 Independent Small Business of the Year 2nd Saturday Gallery Walk October 4 – 13 – American Craft Week 10 – Cliff Eberhardt 18 – Eric Anderson 25 – Velva Lee Heraty “The Dream Belongs to the Dreamer” 26 – Clay Games VIII CREATIVE CLAY CULTURAL ARTS CENTER 1114 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, 727.825.0515 / www.Creativeclay.org 2nd Saturday Gallery Walk October 28 – Volunteer Orientation 25, 26 – Folkfest DOMAIN HOME ACCESSORIES & GALLERY 3129 Beach Blvd. S, Gulfport 33707 www.domainhomeaccessories.com Open daily. Visit website for hours & information on featured artists.

Artist reception monthly to meet artists.

Local & Florida artisans featured.

Ecclectic, artistic, creative.

October 18– Artist Reception DUNCAN MCCLELLAN GALLERY 2342 Emerson Ave. S. St. Petersburg, 813.760.6600 www.dmglass.com 2nd Saturday Gallery Walk DUNEDIN FINE ART CENTER 1143 Michigan Blvd. - Dunedin, 34698 727.298.DFAC - www.dfac.org October Through October 19 – Plants Illustrated Through October 19 – Living Matter(s)

GULF COAST ARTISTS ALLIANCE 514 Skinner Blvd. Dunedin 727.738.8010 www.gcaa-fl.org MICHELE TUEGEL CONTEMPORARY 320 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, 727.823.1100 www.mtcontempo.com October Through 25 – John Garrett -Eclectic 14,15 – Making Connections – 2 Day Workshop NANCY MARKOE GALLERY (Fine American Crafts Gallery) 3112 Pass-a-Grille Way, Pass-a-Grille Beach (So. St. Pete Beach) 727.360.0729 www.nancymarkoegallery.com Show room for 250+ Fine American Crafts People; Niche winner RINGLING COLLEGE NEW! OF ART & DESIGN 2700 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941.359.7563 www.ringling.edu September – April: M – F, 10 am-4 pm, Tuesdays, 10am– 7pm October 6 – Celebration of Life and Exhibition in honor of Kevin Dean Through October 25 – Annual Faculty Exhibition – Selby / Bausch Galleries Through December -In Your Face, the Power of Portraiture -Patricia Thompson Gallery STIRLING STUDIOS & ART GALLERY NEW LISTING 730 Broadway (Second Floor) Studio 12, Dunedin www.stirlingartstudios.com October 10 – Artists Reception and Open House STUDIO 620 620 1st Ave. S., St Petersburg 727.895.6620 www.studio620.org October 1, 2 – Through Our Eyes – Midtown and Beyond 1- Doomsayers – Local Authors 3 – 9 – DivineConnection 10 – 12 – Uncovered: The Power of Being 17 – 19 – Breaking Chains and Breaking Free 29 – 31 – Doktor Clockwerks Gallery of Mortality VINCENT WILLIAM GALLERY 320 Corey Ave. St. Pete Beach, 727.363.1334, Vincentwilliamgallery1@verizon.net Art, stained glass, jewelry, pottery & stained glass. Custom work welcomed GABRIELA VALENCIA STUDIO & ART GALLERY 427 75th Ave, St Pete Beach, 727.560.7498 www.gabrielavalenciafineart.com Specializes in Coastal & Florida Art Open House 4th Saturday @ month.

October 25 – Open House

2014 World Paddle Association CHAMPIONSHIP RACE

The World Paddle Association (WPA) in conjunction with the St. Petersburg-Clearwater Florida Sports Commission announces the 2014 WPA Championship Race to be held at…

Sirata Beach Resort - St. Pete Beach.

October 24, 25 & 26, 2014.

1st time WPA Championships are held on East Coast.

Races includes: long course, short course (recreational), relays, paddleboard & outrigger divisions.

Information: Exhibitor Space, Sponsorship Opportunities Contact: Kristin Artz, WPA Public Relations

kristin@worldpaddleassociation.com.

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Tuesday, October 7 – Celebration of Tall Ship Hermione 6:30 doors open. $35 advance, $40 door. St. Petersburg Nights, 6800 Sunset Way, St. Pete Beach.

Music by Booby Tess, buffet dinner, cash bar. Portion of proceeds benefit “Friends of Hermione-Lafayette in America”. email stevendante@hotmail.com.

Info on Hermione www.hermione2015.com

Thursday, October 9 – Retired Educators Assoc. Lunch 11 am. Cost of lunch. Teppanyaki Grill & Supreme Buffet, 391 34th St. N. St. Petersburg. Enjoy company of others while helping the community.

Collecting school supplies and children's clothing for this month's charitable gift. Email Joyce Walters jellen1943@yahoo.com Thursday, October 9 – The Taste of Clearwater 5:30 – 8:30 pm. $40. Westfield Countryside Mall, 27001 Hwy. 19 N, Clearwater. Sample food, drinks and entertainment from the community.

VIP experiences available. www.clearwaterflorida.org Thursday, October 9 – Movies in the Park Music at 6 pm, movie begins dark.

FREE, donations appreciated.

N. Straub Park, St. Petersburg.

Remember the Titans. Brought to you by St. Petersburg Preservation Society. www.stpetepreservation.org Friday, October 10 – Flying Mullet 5K 5:30 pm.

Doggie Dash $25, 5K $30. Gulfport Historical Society, 5301 28 th Ave. S, Gulfport. Run through vintage Florida seaside town. Dogs welcome, shirts & town wide after party. www.active.com/gulfport-fl or email cathysalustri@icloud.com Friday, October 10 – Artist Reception for Mirella Cimato at St. Petersburg Opera Gallery FREE 5:30 – 9 pm.

Opera Central, 2145 First Ave. S, St. Petersburg. Reception with refreshments and performance by St. Petersburg Opera at 6:15pm. www.stpeteopera.org Friday, October 10 – St. Pete Beach October Concert Series in the Park 6 – 9 pm. Free.

“Bus Stop” Band Horan Park on Boca Ciega Drive, St. Pete Beach. Bring a chair or blanket an enjoy the music, food and fun zone. Family friendly. www.spbrec.com

Friday, October 10 – Magic Cruise on the Bay 6pm Boarding, 6:30 pm. $40.

Dolphin Landings Charter Boat Center, 4737 Gulf Blvd. St. Pete Bch. Two hour cruise with performances by mentalist Greg Raven. Full liquor cash bar. No one under 21. www.dolphinlandings.com Friday, October 10 – Brews by the Bay 7 – 11 pm. $50 - $75 VIP. Florida Aquarium, 701 Channelside Drive, Tampa.

Sample over 100 craft beers in the midst of 20,000 sea creatures.

Music, food & craft beers. VIP enters one hour early. www.flaquarium.org Friday, October 10 & Saturday, October 11 – Annual Fall Garden Show & Sale 9 am – 4 pm Friday, 9 am – 2 pm Saturday. Garden Club of St. Petersburg, 500 Sunset Drive S., St. Petersburg. Proceeds support community projects. www.gardenclubstpetersburg.org Saturday, October 11 – Largo Fire Rescue & Chili- Cook off 1 – 4 pm. FREE. Largo Fire Station 41, 180 4th Street SW, Largo. Fun family activities throughout the day. Jaws of Life demonstration, station tours, engine rides, K-9 demonstration (Arson and Police), Bayflite and chili tastings. All proceeds to benefit the Children's Burn Foundation of Florida. www.largo.com Saturday, October 11 – Party Under the Lights 5-10 pm.

FREE Historic 8th Ave., Pass-AGrille, St. Pete Beach. Sidewalk sales, food and beverage vendors.

Live music with Steep Drums and Buffalo Strange, dancing in streets. www.facebook.com/passagrillebeach Saturday, October 11 - USO Stars & Stripes Show 6 pm VIP dinner, 7 pm Gen. admission. Live music 7:30 – 11 pm. $50 VIP includes dinner, $24 Gen. admission. Armed Forces Museum, 2050 34 th Ave. N, Largo. Wear your dance shoes & enjoy re-enactment show of 1940's era. Vintage attire. www.armedforcesmuseum.com Saturday, October 11 – Tiempo Libre 7:30 pm.

Starting at $10. Straz Center, Morsani Hall, Tampa. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with music, dancing & fun. www.strazcenter.org

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ART CENTERS & CLASSES BEACH ART CENTER 1515 Bay Palm Blvd. Indian Rocks Beach. 727.596.4331 www.beachartcenter.org Check website for full list of classes.

October 1,2 – Flag Exhibition 9 – November 10 – Cabinet of Curiosities INDUSTRIAL ARTS CENTER 5437 29th Ave. S, just off Beach Blvd.

727.623.4920 www.facebook.com/IndustrialArtsCenter Hours - Tue’s, 10 am - 2 pm. / 6 - 9 pm; Thur’s, 6 - 9 pm and Sat’s, 12 - 5 pm.

The IACG is also open during each Gulfport Art Walk on the first Friday and third Saturday of each month 6-10 pm.

Clay hand building, copper enameling, found metal sculpture, glassblowing, glass fusing, lamp work, lost wax jewelry design, metalsmithing KAPFER GLASS STUDIO 409 Corey Avenue, St. Pete Beach 727.656.9190 / www.kapferglassstudio.com Hand made glass art & crafts, plus natural fiber - creative clothing MOREAN ARTS CENTER 719 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg 727.822.7872 www.moreanartscenter.org Glass Studio & Hot Shop, Chihuly Collection & the Morean Arts Center for Clay at the Train Station Saturdays the Morean Family Art Studio, FREE, 10am – 4 pm October Through 26 – EyeSplice Collective 1 – 31 – BOGO Fest 1 – 31 – Biennial Cup Show – Center for Clay PINELLAS PARK ART SOCIETY NEW Park Station Building 5851 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park 727.360.4406 www.pinellasart.com Check website for classes, Free Parking and admission to tour galleries.

Family friendly art celebrating 50 Years October Exhibit – Open Show – All Artists, Genre, Mediums SOCIETY OF ACRYLIC PAINTERS Membership info / exhibit entry: www.isap-usa.com SUNTAN ART CENTER AT DON VISTA ARTS CENTER 3300 Pass-a-Grille Way, St Pete Beach 727.367.3818 www.suntanart.org Celebrating 50TH ANNIVERSARY Shows & Markets / 100 Artisits Show Classes Art & Exercise The Sunday Market *All Suntan Art Center classes held at DON VISTA ARTS CENTER; Suntan Sunday Market 10a -3pm Sunday market at Don Vista bldg. presented by Suntan Art Center *Sunday Market, Vendor signup web site

Saturday Art Mart in Pass-a-Grille, Receptions - 2nd Saturday 4pm – 6pm TREASURE ISLAND ART GUILD www.treasureislandartguild.org Gallery Closed June, July, August Painting Workshops held weekly Wednesdays - 9:30am-noon 'Anything Goes' Open studio for all mediums Garden Room T.I. Comm. Center Thursday - 9:30am - noon 'Painting with the Vets' artist assistance available with focus -T.I. City Hall Auditorium Friday - 9:30am - noon 'Portrait Workshop' - Live model T.I. City Hall Auditorium ZEN GLASS STUDIO 600 27th St. South St. Petersburg 727.323.3141 www.zenglass.com Mon – Fri 10-7 • Saturdays 10-5 Offers glassblowing classes & workshops for families, friends, first timers & professionals. Schedule most popular workshop, “Make your Own Wineglass” St. Pete’s Warehouse Arts District.

3rd Saturday Art Walk Tour, 6-10pm .

HANDS-ON MUSEUMS GREAT EXPLORATIONS CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 1925 4th St N, St. Petersburg 727.821.8992 www.greatex.org Where education and fun come alive!

Early Explorations Preschool now Enrolling! Ages 2-5.

Wednesday & Friday, 11-11:30amTerrific Tots Program.

Birthday Parties and Special Events Hands-On Exhibits: Publix: My First Market, Great Beginnings, Beth’s Beach, Be a Great Pet Vet, I Can Construct, Fit4AllKidsVille, & more!

BellaBrava Pizza Kitchen – New Exhibit Seeking donations of new or well loved LEGOs for upcoming exhibit.

October Through October 30 – Peaceful and Powerful Parenting HERITAGE VILLAGE 11909 125th St N, Largo 727.582.2123 www.pinellascounty.org/Heritage Closed Mon’s, Tue’s & holidays.

KIDS WELCOMED! -hands on, Free Visit Pinellas County’s 21-acre living history museum featuring 28 historic structures in a native pine & palmetto landscape, closed Mondays, Heritage Village New exhibit Boathouse display historic sail boats Exhibitions: Pinellas Passport: Your Ticket through Time, Collections Corner, Christopher Still Prints: Clues to Florida’s History and Natural Beauty: Pieces of Past (POPs), Quick and Easy: Gadgets for Home October 25 – Country Jubilee MOSI (Museum of Science & Industry) 4801 E Fowler Ave #100, Tampa 813.987.6315 www.mosi.org Kids in Charge! - largest children’s science center in the nation Disasterville featuring WeatherQuest 10,000 square foot exhibition on the

science behind tornados, hurricanes, & wildfires High Wire Bike - Guests can harness themselves onto a bicycle along a 98 foot-long steel cable, suspended 30 feet above ground Sky Trail Rope Course BioWorks Butterfly Garden - view multiple kinds free-flying butterflies.

The Amazing You - Learn about the human body in all its complexity, from DNA to organs Gaze skyward - Saunders Planetarium IMAX Dome Theatre- dome shaped screen -10,500 sq ft visual imagery PeeWee Wednesdays October 4 – 10 – World Space Week SACRED LANDS 1700 Park St.N., St. Petersburg.

727.347.0354 Every Sunday – Tours of Anderson / Narvaez Mounds Chanting to the Open Heart October 5 – Women's Circle 6 – Stephanie South The Magic of the Future 8 – Meditation for Peace Potluck 11 – Peruvian Shamanic Wisdom 14 – Consciousness Cafe 17 – Coffeehouse – Shana Smith 22 – Meditation for Peace Potluck

MUSIC CLEARWATER JAZZ HOLIDAY www.clearwaterjazz.com October 16 – 19, 2014 October 16 – Buster Cooper Quartet, 35th Anniversary Tribute Earth, Wind and Fire 17 - Al Downing Jazz All Stars, Theo Valentin, Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Spyro Gyra 18 – TomKats Jazz Quartet, Julie Black, Belinda & The Kool Reflektions Boogie on the Bay, Dr. John and the Nite Trippers 19 - REH/CJH Youth Jazz Band, Crash, Spirited Family Reunion, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Ave, Edward Sharpe & Magnetic Zeros 16, 17 – After Party at Capitol Theater FLORIDA ORCHESTRA 727.662.7286 www.floridaorchestra.org See venues for dates – Mahaffey Theater, Ruth Eckerd Hall & The David Straz Performing Arts Center ST.PETERSBURG JAZZ FESTIVAL Various locations in St. Petersburg www.emitseries.org February 24 – March 2, 2015 SKIPPER’S SMOKEHOUSE SERIES Skipper’s Smokehouse 910 Skipper Road Tampa, FL 33613 813.971.0666 Full schedule online www.skipperssmokehouse.com October 24 – Where the Wild Things Are 31 - Zappoween SUNCOAST DIXIELAND JAZZ SOCIETY 727.596.7142

SUNDAY JAZZ JAMS ADDED LISTING 727.824.72221 • www.themanhattancasino.com/contact Revival of a local Jazz tradition, every week! Sponsored by Al Downning Tampa Bay Jazz Assoc., Manhattan Casino, 642 22nd St., St Petersburg, FREE admission.

TAMPA BAY SYMPHONY 727.827.8087 www.TampaBaySymphony.org Performances in various locations October 30 – Symphonic Chat – Opera Central THE HANGAR RESTAURANT & FLIGHT LOUNGE 540 First St SE, St. Petersburg First Monday of each month – Jazz Jam ADDED www.aldowningjazz.com WMNF 88.5 COMMUNTIY RADIO 1210 E. MLK Blvd., Tampa 33603 www.wmnf.org October 19 – Drag Queen Bingo 24 - March Forth Marching Band November 1 – Lake Street Dive – Cuban Club

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OPERA FLORIDA OPERA FESTIVAL Artistic Director – Daniel Lipton Visit www.operatampa.org Straz Center for the Performing Arts 1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place Tampa, Florida 33602 FLORIDA SUNCOAST OPERA GUILD www.FLsuncoastoperaguild.org Silver Bells – December 5, 2014 October 3 – Board Meeting 4 – General Meeting ST. PETERSBURG OPERA COMPANY 727.823.2040; www.stpeteopera.org visit website for performance locations Season tickets - main stage productions on sale, begin - $127.32 each.

Season ticket holders save 15% off October 3 – Evening with the Maestro 4 – Morning with the Maestro 10 - Gallery Opening: Mirella Cimato 17, 19, 21 – Neapolitan Festival & PAGLIACCI 24 – Florida Suncoast Opera Guild Meeting SARASOTA OPERA HOUSE 61 N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota, 941.359.0099 ext.101 www.sarasotaopera.org October 2, 5 -HD at The Opera House 16 – Understanding Opera 21 – Meet the Artists – Pagliacci 23 – Understanding Opera 26 – Curtain Raiser Dinner 30 – Understanding Opera 31 - Pagliacci OCTOBER 2014

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Saturday, October 11 – Suenos de Dali 8 – 11 pm. $125 members, $130 Gen. adm.

Dali Museum, 1 Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg. Guests revel in the décor and fashion that defined the Spanish and Parisian night life from different eras. Donning incredible costumes, guests enjoy a dreamlike soiree filled with illusory sensations, signature cocktails, gourmet cuisine, and more. www.thedali.org Sunday, October 12 – Jungle Terrace Autumn Arts Festival 10 am – 5 pm. FREE. Sunset Park at Central Ave & Park St., St. Petersburg. Emerging artists grace this first annual event.

Stage demonstrations. www.jungle-terrace.org Sunday, October 12 – Tampa Bay Bridal Show 12 noon – 4 pm. $5. The Coliseum, 535 4th Street N, St. Petersburg.

The largest bridal show in the area with over 100 vendors – everything a bride to be will need. www.tampabayexpos.com Sunday, October 12 – Build a Model Camp 12:30 – 2 pm. $18 per child, parents admission to museum $9.95. Armed Forces Museum, 2050 34th Way N., Largo. Kids can build their own take home model with professionals from the Pelikan Model Club, receive a set of dog tags and take a ride on our Virtual Voyager Simulator. www.armedforcesmuseum.com Sunday, October 12 – New Music on Sunday Afternoon 3 pm. FREE St. Petersburg Main Branch Library, 3745 9th Avenue N. Showcasing local & national professional musicians & students from area colleges. www.thenewmusicconflagration.org Sunday, October 12 – Cooking Lessons & Meal 6:30 pm. $40. Vida de Cafe, 120 8th Ave. St. Pete Beach.

Includes instruction, recipes and lots of great food. Tomato Ravioli, Lasagna, Zucchinni noodles and much more. To RSVP please email vidadecafe@gmail.com or call (727) 289-7164.

Sunday, October 12 through Sunday, October 19 – Localisious Week Various times, locations and costs. Events throughout downtown & Warehouse District St. Petersburg highlighting our locally-made food & drink, restaurants, breweries, growers,

markets, community gardens +. www.keepsaintpetersburglocal.org/ localious Monday, October 13 – Senior Solos Luncheon 1:30 pm. $2 with dish to pass, $5 without. Pinellas Park Recreation Center, 7625 59 th St. N, Pinellas Park. Dress Up game, bring a few extra items of clothing for the fun.

All singles 55 and over.

Call Jeri at (727) 541-6206.

Wednesday, October 15 – St. Anthony's Hospital Auxiliary Passport to Fashion 11 am. $50.

The Club, 400 Treasure Island Causeway, Treasure Island. Lunch, fashion show and valet parking included with ticket. Reservations made by contacting June Wedding – (727) 448 -7119.

Wednesday, October 15 – LEEDership Awards 5:30-9 pm. $30 - $50. USF Downtown Campus, Student Center, 140 Harborwalk Ave. S, St. Petersburg. LEEDership Awards Program will recognize outstanding projects, inspirational businesses, dedicated individuals, and members who are LEEDing the way to a more sustainable built environment in our Gulf Coast community. www.usgbc-fgc.org Wednesday, October 15 – Final Summer Walking Tour with St. Petersburg Preservation 6 pm. $5 suggested donation.

Tour starts in front of Cafe del Mar, 243 Central Ave, St. Petersburg.

Take in some of the city's best architecture and historic businesses. www.stpetepreservation.org Wednesday, October 15 – Florida Conversations – Florida & America's in 1920's 6-7:30 pm.

FREE, reservations encouraged.

Tampa History Center, 801 Old Water Street, Tampa. Some of the greatest economic and social changes to take place in the U. S. occurred in the 1920s, including the Great Depression. www.tampabayhistorycenter.org Wednesday, October 15 – Historic Downtown Walking Tour 6 pm. $5 suggested donation.

Tour starts at Café del Mar, 243 Central Ave. St. Petersburg.

Marvel at architecture & historic building within downtown area.

Reservations not required. ww.stpetepreservation.org

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DANCING ACADEMY OF BALLET ARTS 2914 First Avenue North St. Petersburg, 727.327.4401 www.academyofballetarts.org THE COLISEUM 535 4th Ave. N, St. Petersburg, 727.892.5715 www.stpete.org/coliseum Tea Dance - 1st & 3rd Wed. @ month. $7/dance, $10 dance instruction Tea Dances resume in October October 1 – National Ballroom Dance Week 1,15 – Tea Dances GULFPORT CASINO 5500 Shore Blvd. S, Gulfport, 727.893.1070 www.mygulfport.us More information on Casino events or rental availability 727.893.1070 Tuesday Ballroom $7 with Carol Baker Instructor change 12pm-1pm Intermediate Lesson 1pm-2pm Beginner Lesson 2pm-3pm Ballroom Dancing Tuesday Argentine Tango $7 6:30pm-7pm ‘First Timers’ class 7pm-8pm Begin Argentine Tango w/ Kathleen & Steve 8-10:30pm Argentine Tango Wednesday Swing $7 6pm-7pm Bonus Dance lesson 7pm - 8pm Beginner East Coast Swing Dance Lesson 8pm-11pm Dancing & Live Music SwingTime.info Thursday Salsa Social $7 6:30pm - 8pm Salsa Lessons with Carol Rivera -Beg, Inter & Adv. 8pm-10pm General Salsa Sunday Band / Ballroom $7 Website only has 10/5 listed 6pm - 7pm Ballroom lessons 7pm - 10pm Live Band & Dance.

Social & Ballroom Dance Mario Deleon’s / Ellis Hale’s Band SARASOTA BALLET 5555 N. Tamiami Trail Sarasota 941.359.0099 www.sarasotaballet.org Tickets 941.351.0099 x 101 October 10 – Margaret Barbieri Fall Showcase 24 - 26 – Secret Garden ST PETERSBURG POLISH AMERICAN SOCIETY 1343 Beach Dr SE, St Petersburg, 972.741.3749 www.polishsociety.org Wednesday Tea Dances – 2nd, 4th & 5th Wednesday @ month $7/dance, $10 w dance instruction 11:30-12:30 pm- Dance instruction w Carol Baker 1 – 3:30 pm – Dance to Bobby Tess & The Pleasures Sunday Dinner & Dancing 2 – 3:30 pm Dinner - $7 RSVP (727) 360-0584 3 – 6 pm Dancing $5 members / $7 non-member

FILM INTERNATIONAL CINEMA SERIES Eckerd College, 4200 54th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, Miller Auditorium 727.864.7979 events@eckerd.edu eckerd.edu/internationalcinema October 10 - Aquí y Allá 17 – Stray Dogs 31 – A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night

ECO//ZOOS AQUARIUMS BOYD HILL NATURE PRESERVE 1101 Country Club Way S, St. Petersburg 727.893.7326 http://www.stpeteparksrec.org/ boyd-hill.html NEW WEB Guided Tram Tours, Sun, Tues – Fri 1pm, Sat 10am & 1pm Natural History Speaker 2nd Tuesday Monthly Jungle Boogie Wed 11amTeach preschooler about Florida’s natural ecosystems, animals, plants, preserve.

Ages 3-4 $3/kid; parents free.

Bird Walks 1st Saturday - 8am Wildflower Walks 4th Sat. 10:30 am Night Hike 3rd Tuesday dark Gator Walk 2nd Sunday 11:30 am Nature Walk 3rd Saturday 10:30 am Calendar available online.

CLEARWATER MARINE AQUARIUM 249 Windward Passage, Clearwater 727.441.1790 www.SeeWinter.com Featuring Dolphins, River Otters, Sea Turtles, Sharks, Stingrays and more. animal interactions and behind the scenes tours. Home of Winter Star of Dolphin Tale. Also, Hope!

Dolphin Tale 2 Trailer Online October 16 – Making Waves EGMONT KEY 8am to sundown - 365 days a year Egmont Key Shuttle - Hubbard’s Marina at Ft. DeSoto Co. Park, $20 RSVP; 727.867.6569 www.hubbardsmarina.com/egmont/ 727.893.2627 www.egmontkey.info November 8 & 9, 2014 – Discover the Island FLORIDA AQUARIUM 701 Channelside Drive, Tampa 813.273.4000 www.flaquarium.org Galleries: Wetlands, Bays-Beaches, Coral Reef, Ocean Commotion Exhibits: Aquariumania! Splash in the Water, Dragons Down Under, Activities: Cell Phone Audio Guide, Explore Shore, Penguin Promenade, Behind the Scenes Tour, Dive with the Sharks, Eco-tour Photos, Swim w/Fishes, Wild Dolphin Ecotour, Stingray Beach.

Journey to Madagascar now open, October 10 – Brews by the Bay 26 - Guppyween FORT DE SOTO PARK Tierre Verde 727.552.1862 www.pinellascounty.org/park/ 05_Ft_DeSoto.htm Guided Nature Walks, Saturdays 10-11:15 am

LOWRY PARK ZOO 1101 West Sligh Ave., Tampa, one mile west of I-275 (exit 48) 813.935.8552 www.lowryparkzoo.com events line 813.935.8552, ext. 276 October Weekends through November 1 – ZooBoo 11- African Penguin Awareness Day 17 – Pumpkin Toss MOTE AQUARIUM 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Sarasota, 941.388.4441 www.mote.org Science, Education, Aquarium; touch tank, 1200-gallon tropical fish tank & informational displays on sharks, sea turtles, & shells.

Tuesdays and Thursdays – Mommy and Me Saturdays – Kayak Paddle tour October 17 – A Night of Fish, Fun & Frigh 25 – Oceanic Evening Fundraiser at Ritz Carlton ST. PETERSBURG AUDUBON SO. 727.753.9731 www.stpeteaudubon.org Celebrating 101+ Years Conservation 1909-2014 $15/individual- $20/family October 4 – Boyd Hill Bird Walk 10 - 12 – Keys Weekend Hawk Watch 18 – Young Naturalist Program 21 – Journey to Alaska 25 – John Chestnut Sr. County Park ST. PETERSBURG SHELL CLUB 9100 113th St North, Seminole 727.867.6861 www.stpeteshellclub.org 2nd Fri, 6:30pm (except June, July, Aug. & Dec.), Seminole Recreation SUNCOAST SEABIRD SANCTUARY 18328 Gulf Blvd, Indian Shores 727.391.6211 www.seabirdsanctuary.com Directly on beach. Open 365 days, FREE 9am – sunset. Largest non-profit wild bird hospital sanctuary with native seabirds.

Donations accepted. Tours / Info

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-NATURE-FLORIAL COMMUNITY GARDENS Get back to nature, boost your mood & self-esteem & get some exercise with a garden plot. Three locations. www.communitygarden.org/resources/ FLORIDA BOTANICAL GARDENS 12520 Ulmerton Road Largo 727.582.2100 www.flbg.org/ Open daily 7am - 6pm (dusk) Free Friendly dogs welcome on leash.

Garden Tour Dates Available: Tours start 9am & last 2.5 to 3 hours Pinellas Co. Extension & Horticulture info – 8am - 5pm Monday - Friday Closed weekends & County Holidays FLORIDA WEST COAST NEW ORCHID SOCIETY 12175 125th St N, Largo.

727.460.4606 FREE. www.fwcos.org 2nd Thurs, 7:30pm, Visitors welcome.

Educational class, Cooperative Extension (Botanical Gardens).

October 4,5 – Pirates of Orchids Show and Sale 9 – General Meeting GARDEN CLUB 500 Sunset Dr S.,St. Petersburg Diane Shafer, 727.347.6649. shaferd2@gmail.com St. Petersburg’s Jungle Circle & Green Fingers Circle 4th Thur., 1pm October 6 – Mug Mania 9 – Gardening in Small Spaces 10,11 – Annual Fall Garden and Plant Show and Sale IKEBANA INTERNATIONAL Chapel On The Hill Church Evans Hall, 12601 Park Blvd., Seminole Info - hotline 727.729.9445 www.ikebanastpetersburg.com 3rd Mon- 10am-2pm, (Sept.-May) Chapter 65, St. Petersburg All meetings (unless noted) Centuries old art of Japanese floral arranging. $80/yr/singles; $120 couple Fun & “friendship with flowers”.

October 20 – Automotive & Industrial Materials

DOLPHIN LANDINGS CHARTER BOAT CENTER Located behind Dolphin Village 4737 Gulf Blvd., St Pete Beach 727.360.7411 www.dolphinlandings.com October 10,24 – Magic Cruise featuring Greg Raven 31 – Halloween Costume Cruis

MARIE SELBY BOTANICAL GARDENS 811 S. Palm Ave., Sarasota, 941.366.5731 www.selby.org Exhibit – Gulf Coast Heritage Exhibit through November 16 – Florida's Fascinating Flora – Batiki October 4 – Growing Orchids 5,12,19,26 – Fall Music Series 7,8,11 – Little Sprouts Club 8,22 – Sunsets at The Selby 13 – 15 – Beautiful Botanicals 3 Day 17 – Fern Safari 22 – Papermaking with Florida Plants 24 – Using a Digital Camera 27 – Feng Shui Your Garden & Life 29 – Lecture – Botanical Endeavors in South Florida 29 – Potting and Mounting Orchids 30 – Holiday Cards in Watercolor

SHELL KEY SHUTTLE & SUNSET CRUISES 801 Pass-a-Grille Way, Merry Pier, 727.360.1348 www.shellkeyshuttle.com $25/Ad-$12.50 kids <13 Offers Dog friendly cruises on special dates

PINELLAS COUNTY www.pinellascounty.org Vaious locations throughout the couty.

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Wednesday, October 15 – Rules of the Road (Water) 7 – 9 pm. FREE instruction, $30 materials. St. Petersburg Sailing Center, 250 2nd Ave SE, Demens Landing. Part of the ongoing Safe Boating seminars provided by St Petersburg Sail and Power Squadron. Must be 12 or older. www.boating-stpete.org

Wednesday, October 15 through Sunday, October 19 – Ringling International Arts Festival All day, event schedule online. $25 - $35. The Ringling Museum, 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota. Enjoy FREE Admission to The Ringling throughout the Festival with your performance ticket. www.ringling.org Thursday, October 16 – Movies in the Park Music at 6 pm, movie begins at dark.

Free, donations appreciated.

N. Straub Park, St. Petersburg.

Grease. Brought to you by the St. Petersburg Preservation Society. www.stpetepreservation.org Thursday, October 16 through Sunday, October 19 – 35th Annual Clearwater Jazz Festival 4-10pm Thurs., 4pm-1:30am Friday, 1:30pm-1:30am Saturday, and 1:30-9:30pm Sunday. $15+.

Coachman Park, 301 Drew St, Clearwater. The Clearwater Jazz Holiday continues its exciting collaboration with Ruth Eckerd Hall to bring an amazing and diverse lineup of headline acts to include Earth, Wind & Fire, Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Spyro Gyra and many more. www.clearwaterjazz.com Thursday, October 16 through Sunday, October 19 – 38th Annual Oktoberfest 5-10pm Thursday, 4-10pm Friday, Noon-11pm Saturday and 12:307:30pm Sunday. Free. Most Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church, 5800 15th Ave S, Gulfport. Family friendly event with rides, midway games, opportunities to win gift certificates, baskets of goodies from local merchants, bingo, food, cold beer, a 50/50 drawing & live entertainment. www.mostholyname.org Friday, October 17 – The Great Pumpkin Toss 11 am.

Included with Zoo admission. Lowry Park Zoo, 1101 West Sligh Ave, Tampa. Watch the animals have some Halloween fun with their own pumpkin party, a seasonal treat for the animals and guests at the Zoo. www.lowryparkzoo.com

Friday, October 17 – Bayway Bridge Grand Opening Bash 4 pm. Fun Pass $20. 5K $35 prior, $45 at door. $100 VIP. Events start at Isla Del Sol Yacht & Country Club, 6000 Sun Blvd, St. Petersburg. Celebrate the Grand Opening of the Bayway Bridge Island Style! There will be a 5K sunset walk/run over the new bridge, a party boat, golf tournament, paddle board flotilla, parties & bonfires on St. Pete Beach. www.baywaybridgebash.com Friday, October 17 – St. Pete Beach October Concert Series in the Park 6 – 9 pm. Free.

“Southside Bulldogs” Horan Park on Boca Ciega Drive, St. Pete Beach. Bring a chair or blanket an enjoy the music, food and fun zone.

Family friendly. www.spbrec.com Friday, October 17 – A Nite of Fish, Fun & FRIGHT 6:30 – 9 pm. $8 online advance, $12 /door, non-members. MOTE, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota.

Buoys and ghouls of all ages are invited. Don’t miss the underwater pumpkin carving in the spooktacular shark tank! www.mote.org Friday, October 17 – Five by Five 2014 8 – 11 pm. $10. Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa. 5' x 5' art made and donated to benefit Hillsborough County Art Council. Music, dance, theater & art through evening. www.fivebyfivetampabay.com Saturday, October 18 – Orchid Friends Sale 9 am - noon.

FREE. Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 10891 102nd Ave N., Seminole. Variety of blooming and non-blooming orchids and supplies.

Advice. Call 727.475.0750 Saturday, October 18 – Upham Beach Clean up 9am.

FREE. Upham Beach Concession stand, St. Pete Beach. Volunteers help keep our beaches pristine. www.spbrec.com Saturday, October 18 – MarineQuest 10 am – 4 pm.

FREE. Fish and Wildlife Research Institute, 100 Eighth Ave. SE, St. Petersburg. MarineQuest, annual open house - fun, FREE event will introduce Florida's environment & current fish & wildlife research. www.myfwc.com/marinequest

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ST. PETE BEACH GARDEN CLUB Deborah Magliolo 727.363.1869 3rd Tues, 10am (Sept-May), SUNKEN GARDENS 1825 Fourth St N, St. Petersburg 727.892.5715 www.stpete.org/sunken Purchase a commemorative brick at Historic Sunken Gardens; @ brick, $100; to purchase: sunkengardens.org Awaken Yoga: “Yoga & Meditation” with Vandana: Mon-Thur; 10am - 11:30am $45/mth or $12/@ Daily Yoga with Yoga Village classes 10:30am, Sunday 12:30 pm Hoop Dancing: Tuesday 10am -11am, $80/8 sessions or $15/class and Wed. 9am - 10am, $10/class Hot Hula Thursdays 10am. $10/class Horticultural Workshops - Saturday October 7 – Field Trip – Edison Ford Winter Estates 18 – Spicing Up Your Garden with Rare & Unusual Plants WEEDON ISLAND & PRESERVE 1800 Weedon Drive NE St. Petersburg 727.453.6500 www.weedonislandpreserve.org Saturday Guided Hikes 9-11am FREE - Bring water + snack 2-hour hike in coastal mangrove & upland ecosystems preserve Wear closed toed shoes & hat.

Free Ages 6+ RSVP online by 2pm Friday WEE-time at Weedon 10-11am 2nd & 4th Thur’s, Kids hear stories, see puppet shows, hands-on activities to connect to their environment; FREE, pre-reg. required. Age 3-5

DOWNTOWNS GULFPORT www.gulfportma.com Gulfport Fresh Market - Beach Blvd.

Every Tuesday 9am – 3pm FreshMarket@GulfportMA.com Free Clothing Swap (2nd Tuesday @ month) 9am - 1pm, Peninsula Inn, 2937 Beach Blvd. So Gulfport’s First Friday Art Walk Fine Arts Fridays with live art demonstrations, vendors and entertainment. Begins at 6pm.

Gulfport’s Third Saturday Art Walk Streets lined with vendors, entertainment and roving street performers. Begins at 6pm.

October 3 – First Friday Artwalk 10 – Flying Mullet 5K 11 – Beach Clean-up 11 – Historical Society Birthday Bash 18 – Coastal Clean up Clam Bayou 18 – Third Saturday Artwalk 25 – Gulfport Under the Stars 31 – Halloween Bash

ST. PETERSBURG Thursdays Hot Hula - Sunken Gardens 10 am - www.stpete.org/sunken Yoga at Boyd Hill - Boyd Hill Nature Preserve - 4:30 pm www.stpete.org/boyd 1st Monday Jazz Jam - The Hangar - 8 pm www.aldowningjazz.com Movies in the Park – 7 pm www.stpetepreservation.org Fridays St. Pete Shuffle - Mirror Lake Shuffleboard Courts - 7 to 11 pm www.stpeteshuffle.com Saturdays Saturdays@ The Morean Morean Arts Center - 10 am-5 pm www.moreanartscenter.org Dilly, Dally with Dali - The Dali www.thedali.org 1st Fridays Get Downtown Music Series, 727.393.3597 Street block party featuring live music / dancing food & drink vendors! 5:30 - 10pm Central Ave between 2nd/3rd St. 2nd Mondays Art Bites - Museum of Fine Arts 1 pm www.fine-arts.org 4th Fridays Grand Central PM Stroll Shops.

Night spots & businesses stay open late, entertainment & specials, more on the 4th Friday monthly - Grand Central District, 1st Ave N to 1st Ave S & 19th St to 31st St. 5 - 9pm, 727.328.7086 2nd Saturday Artwalk & Trolley walk in the Warehouse Art District Take the trolley to explore the Art’s Hot Spots 727.323.ARTS, www.stpetearts.org October to April St. Pete. Preservation Walking Tours - October to April - 10 am www.stpetepreservation.org October to July Tea Dances - First & Third Weds.

Coliseum www.stpete.org/coliseum October 4 – International Curry Festival 9 – SPCA 3 K Walk 12 – 19 – Localicious 12 – Autumn Arts Festival 12 – Bridal Show 14 – Senior Expo 17 – 19 – Sunshine City Antique Show 25, 26 – Folkfest 25 – Lawfest Workshop and Community Fair

TOURS ST. PETERSBURG Downtown Walking Tours (Oct. - Apr.) St. Petersburg Preservation Walking Tours Central Ave & 2nd St, St. Petersburg 727.824.7802 www.stpetepreservation.org National Register listed downtown St. Petersburg Historic Walking Tours Discover downtown’s rich legacy, 10am-12pm • Free for members. $5 suggested donation –non-Member October 4 – Original Downtown Tour 11 – Waterfront Tour 15 – Downtown Evening Stroll 18 – African American Heritage Trail 25 – Westward Ho – to Kenwood

WEEKLY MARKETS TUESDAYS Gulfport’s Tuesday Fresh Market Year Round! 9am-3pm + (1st Tuesday 9am-8pm), Beach Blvd, below 29 Ave S.,Gulfport Over 50 vendors: Local artists & crafters. Live music. www.gulfportma.com or FreshMarket@GulfportMA.com WEDNESDAYS Madeira Beach Morning Market Debuted May 7 9am-2pm, year-round, rain or shine.

Located Madeira Way between Gulf Boulevard & Tom Stuart Causeway, City’s first open air fresh and farmer’s Market - approx. 80 area’s finest Vendors. Parking free & convenient. Organized - operated under Garrison Market Management. www.TheBeachMarkets.com FIRST THURSDAY Edge District Farmer’s Market 4 to 8 pm https://www.facebook.com/EDGE DistrictFarmersMarket Green Bench Brewing Co., 1133 Baum Ave N., St. Petersburg FRIDAYS Founders Corner Fresh Market 431 Southwest Blvd. N4 – 8 pm Summer Hours www.founderscornerfreshmarket.com Treasure Island Friday Morning Market Community Center’s Park (behind Walgreens) 9am-2pm 1 Park Place & 106th Ave.,TI FREE parking, live music, & 40+ vendors, food, jewelry, arts & crafts - 727.360.4121 tchamber1@tampabay.rr.com www.treasureislandchamber.org Restarts December 5, applications online SATURDAYS Founders Corner Fresh Market 431 Southwest Blvd. N - 9 am to 3 pm

www.founderscornerfreshmarket.com Grand Central District Antique Market Join the antique merchants of the Grand Central District and lots of vendors & dealers for a fun market event. Started on January 4th, the market is on first Saturday of every month (through May), 9am - 4pm.

Visit the Grand Central Facebook event page for more info!

Saturday Morning Market, 9 - 2pm / (Oct 1 – May 26) Al Lang Stadium parking lot & 1st Ave S & 1st St, St. Petersburg (June thru Sept.) at Williams Park 1st Ave. N & 2nd St., St Pete. www.saturdaymorningmarket.com 727.455.4921 SUNDAYS Corey Fresh Market Corey Area Business Assoc.

9am-2pm / October thru May Local vendors, fresh & organic produce, plants flowers, arts/crafts, food, music & fun! Shops open Free parking, 74th Ave St Pete Bch 727.498.8778 www.coreyave.com/ coreyave-events.html Suntan's Sunday Market 9 am to 3 pm / year-round Suntan Art Center, 3300 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. Organic Produce available @ week The Open Air Market with wide variety of vendors and live music is open to the public 727.367.3818 www.suntanart.org .

OTHER MARKETS Paradise Bazaar Year Round! Friday’s & Sunday’s 9am-4pm, Next to Paradise Grille Pass-A-Grille Bch, 9th Av./Gulf Way, ParadiseBazaar@Yahoo.com Pass-A-Grille Beach Art Mart Saturday, 9am - 2pm, Next to Paradise Grille, 9th Avenue & Gulf Way, Pass-A-Grille Beach 727.367.3818 suntanartcenter@verizon.net Every Third Saturday Deuces Live Saturday Market 1100 22nd St. S - St Petersburg 10 am to 1 pm – 727.4338237 First Sunday Market.

1 pm-6 pm - 22nd St. S & 9th Ave S. Contact Veatrice Farrell for info. or a space at the market: 727. 433.8234 1st Friday Flea Market 9 am - noon - Gulfport Multipurpose Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S., Gulfport, Florida St. Pete Indie Market: 1st Saturday Monthly Noon- 5pm 600 Block of Central Ave, St. Pete Seasonal showcase of local artists, indie designers, horticulturists, eclectic crafters and non profit groups who take over sidewalks www.stpeteindiemarket.com/index.html

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by Sarah Lyons 727.347.4737 • www.sarahlyons.net www.facebook.com/Sarahlyonsastrologer October 2014 We welcome Autumn with a Mercury retrograde cycle starting on the 4th and lasting until the 25th! This month is all about finishing up all of the loose ends in our business and personal lives!

We only do “RE” things in this cycle; nothing new until it is over! So; this is a wonderful time to RE-turn to a favorite getaway to RE-lax and to RE-connect! Signing important documents or making major decisions are better put off until after this month is over. Look for Mercury Retrograde tips on my website!

The last Full Moon Total Lunar Eclipse this year is in Aries, on the 8th, and is connected to the influence of Uranus.

Expect sudden, unpredictable happenings; and awareness on a mega scale in some area of your life!

The after-affects will last the next two weeks as things settle down and are attended to. Then a new lunar cycle begins as the Solar Eclipse New Moon in intense, private Scorpio on the 23rd connects to love and money planet Venus; which enters Scorpio on the same day! This is a great influence to use to RE-view your financial plan and make any needed adjustments!

Also, relationships can get a RE-newed start; or situations can be RE-solved and transformed quite pleasantly.

For the next three weeks this pleasureloving pair will travel together; so enjoy some time with those you love!

LlBRA: Venus beams bring popularity until the 23rd to start off your personal new year; as Mars keeps you on the go! Full moon shines on relationships both biz and personal.

Review finances; make new plans.

ARIES: Partners are agreeable; time for fun and adventure to kick off fall! You are in the full moon spotlight and ready to break away from any type of restrictions! New Moon focus is on resources; finances, new life patterns.

SCORPIO: Full Moon puts work and wellness in the spotlight. Take time away for yourself. Release what no longer serves your best interest. Review goals; watch spending. The new moon in your sign signals a fresh start.

TAURUS: Watch indulgence, and wellness wins!

Health issues may come to surface with The Full Moon’s focus. Break old patterns and let go of anything in the way.

New Moon begins with pleasant direction in relationships.

SAGITTARIUS: Mars adds to your adventurous spirit and Venus fills your social calendar!

Full Moon beams onto your love, romance and recreation time!

New lunar cycle gives time off to assess your next plan of action!

GEMINI: Enjoy fun and romance with short trips; but let your partner make choices too.

The Full Moon spotlight falls on friends and social activities. New Moon starts pleasant work cycle; enjoyable health routine.

CAPRICORN: Popular with superiors; career perks.

Action is behind the scenes. Full Moon focus is on home and family matters.

Reconnect with friends.

New Moon cycle begins social affairs and planning future goals!

CANCER: Your heart is at home with family; but work takes a lot of energy and the Full Moon falls on career path, awakening and changing. New Moon energy fills love, romance and recreation; have some fun!

AQUARIUS: Get away with friends or partner for a pleasant outing or trip. Full Moon brings awareness to everyday surroundings; communication.

The new lunar cycle starts in career and you may just get what you ask for now!

LEO: A short trip brings much fun and enjoyment! Full Moon focus is about changing outlook; travel and new experiences. Later on, home and family matters get a new start with pleasant times and beautiful projects!

Mercury moves into direct motion on the 25th and accents the eclipse energy PISCES: VIRGO: of the 8th. Any issues that caused confusion back then will be stimulated You will break away from work now Income is enhanced and home projects to a new degree; with information if possible. The Full Moon puts income are where your energy is focused. added. We can also start to slowly and finances on stage, while you realize The Full Moon lights up financial move forward with holiday plans! your values may have changed. matters. Break free of old ways.

A desire for education, travel, and New Moon lets you connect with others On the 26th, energy planet Mars enters goal-oriented Capricorn; a new outlook is on the agenda. and get out and about -- so enjoy! and we are able to work hard and focus our direction to get “I’ve learned that ‘making a living’ is not the same thing as ‘making a life.” - Maya Angelou the results we want!

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Events fom pg. 48 Saturday, October 18 – St. Petersburg Science Fair 10 am – 4 pm. Fish and Wildlife Research Institute, 100 Eighth Ave. SE, St. Petersburg – along waterfront. In conjunction with MarineQuest. Families and public can explore the wonders of handson science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). www.stpetescifest.org Saturday, October 18 – Spicing Up Your Garden with Rare and Unusual Plants 11:30 am. FREE with admission.

Sunken Gardens, 1825 Fourth St. N, St. Petersburg. Johnnie Jones of Very Rarely Gardens - speaker with rare plants for sale. www.stpete.org/sunken Saturday, October 18 – Tierre Verde Oktoberfest 4 –10 pm. FREE Downtown Tierre Verde Parking area. Kid's area, pet costume contest, live music, art vendors, food & beverages for sale. www.tierreverdebusiness partnership.com/calendar Saturday, October 18 – 6th Annual Octoberfest Beach Crawl Meet 5 pm Undertow, St. Pete Beach. Free to join, cost food and drink. 21 years and older.

The crawl will begin at the Undertow and include 9 other bars. First 200 to donate receive Beach Crawl koozie.

Monies raised benefit Alzheimer's Association Florida Chapter. Visit www.facebook.com/beach.crawl Saturday, October 18 – Third Saturday ArtWalk 6 – 10 pm. FREE Beach Blvd., Gulfport. Streets lined with artistic vendors, entertainment and large selection of shops and restaurants. www.gulfportma.com Saturday, October 18 – The Florida Orchestra Pops in the Park 7 pm. FREE, though canned good donations appreciated.

Vinoy Park, St.Petersburg.

Bring an blanket and a picnic while enjoying all time favorites from the Orchestra as well as fireworks. www.thefloridaorchestra.org Saturday, October 18 – Dia De Los Muertos Abnormal Formal 8 pm. Artpool Gallery, 2030 Central Ave.,St. Petersburg.

Annual eclectic & creative Halloween costume party. www.artpoolrules.com Sunday, October 19 – Cyclovia 5 am – 4 pm. FREE.

State Road 60/Kennedy Boulevard will be closed to vehicular traffic from west of Nebraska Avenue to east of Tampa Street. A car free enviroment downtown to experience the open road, family friendly event bringing awareness to cycling safety. www.cycloviatampabay.com Sunday, October 19 – Music in The Park 4 pm. FREE. Galatea Garden near the South Pasadena City Hall. The South Pasadena Community Band performs a variety of classic tunes and marches. Bring chair or blanket.

Monday, October 20 – Bogies & Stogies Golf Tournament 11:30 am lunch, 12:30 pm shotgun start. $250 Player Registration, Banquet Reservations Available starting at $25.

Renaissance Vinoy Golf Club, St. Petersburg - followed by cocktails & dinner at Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Drive NE, St. Petersburg. Player registration includes greens fees, cart, lunch, commemorative gifts, after-party and awards. www.fine-arts.org Monday, October 20 – Coming Home – Showcase of Services for Ex-Offenders 9 am – 2 pm. FREE. Pinellas Technical Education Center (PTEC), 901 34 th Street South, St. Petersburg. Over 40 services and resources, career training. www.exoffender.org Tuesday, October 21 – Encore Tampa Bay Town Hall 4 – 7 pm. FREE. Feather Sound Country Club, 2201 Feather Sound Dr, Clearwater. Event also highlight how the time, talent & experience of people in midlife and beyond can benefit nonprofits, business & government organizations to help solve the nation’s biggest social problems. www.encoretampabay.com

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Friday, October 24 – Ghoulwill Bash 7 pm. $75.

The Coliseum, 535 4th Ave N., St. Petersburg. Includes heavy hors d’oeuvres, two free drinks, free psychic readings, silent auction, and live music by the Luna Blue Band.

Costumes encouraged. Runway show of costumes designed from Goodwill items. Charlie Belcher & Jen Epstein from FOX 13 emcee. www.goodwill-suncoast.org Friday, October 24 – 2014 Preservation Awards 7 – 9 pm. $10. Studio @620, 620 1 st Ave. S, St. Petersburg.

The Preservation Awards recognize people, associations, & businesses that are actively working to preserve, restore, and complement the city’s historic buildings and places. www.stpetepreservation.org Friday, October 24 – Freaker's Ball 8 pm. $10 advance, $13 door.

Skipper's Smokehouse, 910 Skipper Road, Tampa.

Where the Wild Things are, featuring Trae Pierce and T Stone Band. www.skipperssmokehouse.com Friday, October 24 through Sunday, October 26 – World Paddle Assoc.

Championship Race All day. Sirata Beach Resort, 5300 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach.

The 1st time WPA Championships is held on the East Coast. www.worldpaddleassociation.com

Friday, October 24 through Sunday, October 26 – Clearwater Chalk Walk 9am to 6pm Friday,Saturday. 9 am 3pm Sunday. Free event, parking costs. Beach Walk, 333 South Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater Beach.

Chalk artworks and designs along the sidewalk and promenades of Clearwater Beach. Artists begin work on Friday and work through the weekend on their compositions; judging and awards take place on Sunday afternoon. www.clearwaterchalkwalk.com Friday, October 24 through Sunday, October 26 – John's Pass Seafood Festival 3-10pm Friday, 10am-8pm Saturday, 10am-6pm Sunday. FREE. The many features of the event include an Art & Craft Show with 60 local and regional artists selling their work, tons of fresh local seafood, a Halloween Block Party, live music throughout the village, trick-or-treating and a children's costume contest. www.johnspass.com Friday, October 24 through Sunday, November 2 – Dracula, The Vampire Strikes Back Adults, $15, Student, $10, children under 12 free with adult.

St. Petersburg City Theater, 4025 31st Street S., St. Petersburg.

Music, comedy & audience participation. Fundraiser. www.spcitytheater.org Saturday, October 25 – Suncoast Speed & Custom Car Show 9 am – 2 pm. FREE to look, $20 advance per car, $25 day of show. 440 South Pinellas Ave., Tarpon Springs. Classic, antique and muscle cars. Music, 50/50, food and beverages for purchase. Proceeds benefit Abilities Foundation. www.sscustomcars.com Saturday, October 25 – 43rd Annual Circus McGurkis 9 am – 4 pm. Free. Lake Vista Park, 1401 62 nd Ave S, St. Petersburg.

Family friendly event supporting community and cultural causes.

Music, food and beverage vendors. www.circusmcgurkis.org Saturday, October 25 – Tampa Bay Times Festival of Reading 10 am – 4 pm. FREE. USF Campus off Bayboro, 140 7th Ave S, St. Petersburg.

Explore the joys of reading - all ages. www.festivalofreading.com Friday, October 24 – Halloween Spooktacular & Fall Festival 6 – 9 pm. FREE. Treasure Bay Golf and Tennis

Club,10315 Paradise Blvd., Treasure Island. Kid's zone, hayrides ( minimal charge), costume contests, family friendly entertainment. Call Treasure Island Rec Center for more details 727.547-4575, ext 237.

Saturday, October 25 – Country Jubilee 10 am – 4 pm.

FREE. Heritage Village, 11909 125th St. N, Largo. Giant flea market for unusual finds and gifts.

Proceeds benefit the restoration fund for the Turner Bungalow. www.pinellascounty.org/heritage Saturday, October 25 – Growing Succulents & Cacti 11:30 am. FREE with admission.

Sunken Gardens, 1825 Fourth Street N, St. Petersburg. Mitch Kessler of Kessler Succulents speaks on growing and propigating succulents. Will have plants for sale. www.stpete.org/sunken Saturday, October 25 – Oceanic Evening at MOTE 6:30 – 9 pm. $300 per person.

The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota, 1111 Ritz Carlton Drive, Sarasota. elegant black-tie evening of dinner and dancing. Oceanic Evening benefits research, education and outreach of Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium. www.mote.org Sunday, October 26 – 6th Annual Florida Halloween Half Marathon and 5K 7:05 am. $20 - $85.

Fort De Soto Park, Tierra Verde.

Annual Half marathon along the award winning beach shores. www.floridabeachhalfathon.com Sunday, October 26 – Serge's Glades Jamboree 12 noon til the party is over. FREE. Compound located on Loop Road 7.5 miles west of the 40-Mile Bend turnoff from the Tamiami Trail (US 41). Full day of live bands, food - drink. www.facebook.com/sergesstomp intheswamp Sunday, October 26 – New Music on Sunday Afternoon 3 pm. FREE. St. Petersburg Main Branch Library, 3745 9th Avenue N. Showcasing local and national professional musicians & area colleges students. www.thenewmusicconflagration.org Sunday, October 26 – Guppyween 4 – 8 pm. $5 for Kids in Costume, Adults (12+) $15, Members & kids under 2 - FREE. Florida Aquarium, 701 Channelside Drive, Tampa.

Trick-or-treat tank-to-tank among over 20,000 sea creatures, making for the perfect family-friendly Hal-

loween event. Entertainment and treats provided, come dressed in your best costume! www.flaquarium.org Saturday, October 25 & Sunday, October 26 – Folkfest St. Pete 10am-9pm Saturday. 10am-4pm Sunday. Suggested donation $5, VIP weekend pass $50.

Creative Clay, 1114 Central Ave, St. Petersburg. All proceeds from the festival go to assist Creative Clay in serving hundreds of community members with disabilities and in healthcare settings. Music, art, craft beer and food vendors. www.folkfeststpete.org Sunday, October 26 – Swing Night at Manhattan Casino 6 – 9 pm. $5. Manhattan Casino, 642 22 nd Ave. S, St. Petersburg.

Music by New Profiles Jazz Ensemble and free shag lessons. www.aldowningjazz.com Monday, October 27 – All Children's Hospital Guild Beach Branch Game Day Card Party 11 am. $20. Holiday Isles Elks Lodge, 14111 East Parsley Drive, Madeira Beach. Lunch, jewelry sale, Chinese auction, games and cards – all proceeds benefit All Children's Hospital. www.allkids.org Tuesday, October 28 – Trunk or Treat 5:30 pm. FREE. St. Pete Beach Community Center Parking Lot, 7701 Boca Ciega Drive, St. Pete Beach. Trick or treating in the parking lot from the trunks of cars. Also enjoy music, crafts and costume march in Horan Park. www.spbrec.com Wednesday, October 29 – Last Call for Fall CEU Update 8 am – 5 pm. $20 per class. Pinellas County Extension, 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo. Series of classes to earn Continuing Education Credits.

Pre-registration is required. www.pinellas.ifas.ufl.edu.

Wednesday, October 29 – A Night of Art and Hope 6 – 9 pm. Duncan McClellan Glass, 550 24th St. S. St Petersburg. An evening of local art, music, and hope to help break the cycle of addiction.

All proceeds of this art exhibit go to the Tranquil Shores Foundation, www.tranquilshoresfoundation.org Thursday, October 30 – Pumpkins on the Porch 5 – 8 pm. Free though limited supply of pumpkins. Tampa Bay Watch Center, 3000 Pinellas Bayway South, Tierra Verde. Family friendly event with pumpkin carving and

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movie on the lawn, while learning about Tampa Bay Watch. Bring your own pumpkin and avoid disappointment as pumpkins are limited. www.tampabaywatch.org Thursday, October 30 – Symphonic Chat with Maestro Sforzini 6 pm. $12 adv., $15 -door.

Opera Central, 2145 First Ave S, St. Petersburg. Clay Ellerbroek will play excerpts from “Fantaisie Brillante sur des airs de Carmen”

by Bizet, and Maestro will discuss other aspects of program featured in November's performance. www.tampabaysymphony.org Thursday, October 30 – Movies in the Park Music at 6 pm, movie begins at dark.

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The Goonies. Brought to you by the St. Petersburg Preservation Society. www.stpetepreservation.org Friday, October 31 – Halloween Cruise 6 pm boarding, 6:30 pm departure. $40. Dolphin Landings, 4737 Gulf Blvd. St. Pete Beach.

Frightly fun two hour cruise aboard double deck yacht with full cash bar. www.dolphinlandings.com

Thursday, October 30 through Sunday, November 2 – SPIFFS 40th Annual International Folk Fair 9 am-3 pm Thursday & Friday, 10 am-9 pm Saturday, Noon - 6 pm Sunday. $10/adult, $6 child. Vinoy Park, St. Petersburg.

An international village filled with costumed dancers, ethnic aromas, arts and crafts and live music. Ethnic costumes on parade, handicrafts and more! www.spiffs.org Friday, October 31 – Zappoween 8 pm. $17 presale, $20 at door.

Skippers Smokehouse, 910 Skipper Road, Tampa. Zappa tribute with Bogus Pomp. Ghoulish fun. www.skipperssmokehouse.com Friday, October 31 Gulfport Halloween Bash!

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Not Just Another War Story (Story continued from page 40)

SPB ‘Sister City’ & 50th Anniversary

Business Career to Author

“In 1981 Ruth and I purchased our first condo in SPB and used it as our little hideaway,” Wayne recalls. “We moved to SPB on a permanent basis in the spring of 1998 from the pretty New England type town of Oakland in northern New Jersey, when I took an early retirement from the business world, although I continued to consult to the tea and coffee industry.”

Wayne has been very active in keeping the lines open between SPB and its “international sister-city,” Sandown, Isle of Wight, England, alive. “With my family background, I made a ‘link’ between the St. Pete Beach Fire Department and the Sandown Fire Service,” he notes. “The Summer 2008 issue of Paradise News with Sandown on the cover has an article, plus photos, including my presenting a photo book from our fire department to the Sandown Fire Service.

Heather Humby, former Mayor of Sandown and 34 year member of the Isle of Wight Counsil (Council) is also in the photo, along with Ian Ward, another Counsil member.

Wayne was a key member of the St Pete Beach 50th Anniversary Committee as Finance Chair and then Vice-Chair for the year-long event that culminated in a memorable November 2007 weekend with a party for 600 at the TradeWinds Island Grand and fireworks off Upham Beach.

As a member of the Florida Writers Association, Wayne has given writing seminars and helps aspiring writers, telling them not to get caught up in the “cookie cutter” writing theory, but to relax, create and enjoy writing.

Born in Woodbury, NJ, and raised in the greater Philadelphia area, Wayne comes from a fire department family including his great grandfather, grandfather and his Dad, who was in the Camden, NJ, Fire Department for 44 years, the last dozen as Chief. Undergraduate studies were at LSU, where he played football, and Rutgers University.

His business career began in Philadelphia with Lipton Tea, and after promotion to a marketing position in corporate headquarters, he spent more than 30 years in the New York City area. After 20 years with Lipton, he joined Chock Full O’ Nuts Coffee as Director of Sales and Marketing for their Private Label Division.

His business experience involved extensive travel crisscrossing the USA and as he says, “Name the city and I’ve probably been there!” A great portion of his first book, Not Just Another Love Story, was written in airplanes, airports and hotels. During his business career in the tea and coffee industry, he was also on the Board of Directors for The Tea Association of the USA. Wayne and his wife Ruth will celebrate their 55th wedding anniversary November 28 and have two daughters, Susan and Karen.

Susan and son-in-law Robert gave them five grandchildren, and live in the greater Chicago area. Karen is an award-winning florist and Susan’s husband, Robert, has an international law firm. Ruth and Wayne consider their little poodle Pepper their “littlest daughter.”

‘Not Just Another War Story’ Synopsis by Wayne MacDowell

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t’s been six months since the surprise attack by the Japanese on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, December 7, 1941…Now, it is the Spring of 1942…and a State of War exists in the United States of America, which has joined in to fight World War II. Steve Carmichael has just graduated from the University of Florida. From the time he was a boy growing up on a Central Florida cattle ranch, he has been flying.

His Dad had purchased an old mail-route bi-plane when Steve was 11 years old and within a year, the youngster was soaring with the birds in the airplane.

As young men go off to fight in the war, Steve places a professional baseball career on hold, making the decision to join the Army Air Corps.

His desire is to pilot the four-engine B-17 Flying Fortress Bomber into battle.

Join Steve as he works to complete the difficult military pilot training and preparation for what is to come. Meet the members of his Crew…that includes a co-pilot by the name of Howard Barclay Van Dyke, III…you’ll really like Howie!

Ah…the British nurse Steve meets at a USO dance…she is Margaret Steele from England’s Isle of Wight. It’s hard not to fall in love with “Maggie”!

You can almost hear the roar of B-17 engines when you fly along with Steve and his Crew as they do battle flying in the dangerous sky above occupied Europe.

Each of the bombing missions flown…is an authentic 305th Bomb Group raid on the enemy. Experience the action-packed air battles as the airmen try to survive…only to fly into battle on the next mission with the possibility of being shot down over enemy territory, evading capture and making it safely back to England.

London is calling and the aviators get the chance to visit this world-class city.

Travel along with them as they enjoy a “Pint”…in some most interesting Pubs!

Not just Another War Story is about life-love-hope and dreams during a war torn world. The story will give you an inside look during this…one of the most difficult times in history.

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hen asked to write a recent article on serious beach erosion over many years, my article began with the description of mid-30s devastation near my native St. Augustine, through the eyes of a 7-year-old boy, holding his dad’s hand, while a fierce Nor’easter gradually destroyed an impressive casino that had been built during the Florida land “boom” several years before. Imagine my surprise to recently see an artist’s rendering of this structure in a book of St. Augustine’s history, presented to us by our son, Charlie and his wife, Patty.

The casino had been built by August Hecksher, owner and developer of Vilano Beach. The casino boasted a large swimming pool, 150 feet long, and 50 feet wide, in addition to a ballroom, complete with Spanish art and an antiquated cypress ceiling with rustic beams and an oversized fireplace. The Atlantic

washed away the structure, and all efforts to save it and adjoining residences, streets and sidewalks failed. This took place roughly 76 years ago, and is still imprinted in my memory.

Thankfully, shortly after we moved to Treasure Island, Congress was convinced that keeping sand on the beaches was a national priority for both domestic and international tourism. They eventually budgeted the money and assigned the responsibility to the Army Corps of Engineers.

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Entertainers

813-600-3134 “Frank Sinatra” Mobile DJ music / services, lights 2 DOG NIGHT MC duties included w/ packages. www.2dognight.us 727.424-2424 D O U B L E M BA N D BAKER BRUCE BAND www.doublemband.com bakerbruceband.com ALL OCCASION PARTY FAVORITES, C LASSIC R OCK 60’ S TO 80’ S CLASSICS STANDARDS & ORGINALS 727. 204-4098 MIKE . MONRAD @ VERIZON . NET BOB WERNER 343-5598 bobwernerlive.com EDDIE GARRIDO bob@bobwernerlive.com E DDIE -G@E DDIE -G. COM 727-542-0239 952.905.0888 BOBBY SMITH WWW.E DDIE -G. COM GMIRECORDS @ HOTMAIL KEYBOARD / VOCALS gmirecordsinternational.com FIONA FRENSCHE NEW 727.409.7548 GMI RECORDS INT. fionafrensche@gmail.com BRUCE NYE 831-2034 Chanteuse w/ Ukulele www.brucenyeelvisguy.com QUIRKY & CAPTIVATING CABARET Elvis Guy & Roy Orbison HODADDYS C/510-8305 / 363-7381 www.hodaddys.com CARL FUERSTMAN Power Surf & Hot Rod combo carlspianobar.com NEW 727-259-4788 727-392-7779 PianoBar, Piano J E R RY D E M A R K & Vocals - Bars, Restaurants, PianoManJD1@aol.com Private Parties & Weddings 865-9300 CARLOS & JOE P IANO & ENTERTAINMENT www.carlosandjoe.com JOEL & DAKOTA 727-459-5343 •727-384-9501 joelmusic2811@yahoo.com Acoustic, electric & percussion 715.218.3528 GATORS – Sunday 3-7pm WWW. YOUTUBE . COM / JOEL BONGOS 2-5:30 most Saturdays MUSIC 2811 CHUCK COBB LIGHTING JACK www.chuckcobb.com cdbaby.com/artist/lightningjack 251-6879 481-1977 CARIBBEAN COWBOY GUITAR - VOCALS - STEEL DRUMS Julian Riviere LIZ PENNOCK www.caribbeancowboy.org & Dr. BLUES COUNTRY / REGGAE / ROCK www.lizpennock.com DALE WILLIAMS NEW 321-0332 www.dalesingssinatra.com P IANO & G UITAR B LUES D UO 727.365.7734 MIKE BALISTERRI Sings big band music/Sinatra bandmix.com/mikebal DANE MICHAEL SMITH 727-512-4578 Guitar, Flute, 727-743-8363 • NEW Vocals, Blues, Jazz, Rock Danemgroup@aol.com ONE DAN BAND solo artist. jazz-pop pianist/vocal www.onedanband.com + DANE MICHAEL GROUP 515-5114 10 INSTRUMENTS , DANTO -SWEETMUSICMAN S TANDARDS / J AZZ / L ATIN Reggae / Calypso / Country / PAUL ANTHONY NEW Steel Drums 565.5690 / www.thepaulanthonyband.com F: Danto SweetMusicMan 727.688.9661 Solo, Duo, Trio DON JUCEAM Rock, Dance, Country, Reggae www.donjuceam.com and everything in between!

PAUL KRUEGER QT. PKRUEG3000@yahoo.com 310.701.6650 Jazz Pianist, Base, sax & drums Don Resort Thur/Fri/Sat- 8-12pm SANDY ATKINSON Sandy@sandyatkinson.net sandyatkinson.net • 743.0775 S K Y W AY JA Z Z www.myspace.com/skyway 345-9222 STACY KNIGHTS stacey@staceyknights.com SuNzaBEACHES FACEBOOK : SUNZA BEACHES 565.3853 TAMPA BAY JAZZ NEW ENSEMBLE 727.647.0813 ranluron@aol.com Jazz to Modern to Requested THE TEMPESTS www.thetempests.com Tom Angarano (727) 642-7395 THE TOMKATS www.thetomcats.com TOMKATW @ HORIZON . NET 345-9222 THE BEACH BUMS www.beachbumzband.com 953.8044 TOM ARNOLD www.tomarnoldmusic.com 866-1927 S INGER / G UITARIST CLASSIC R&R/ RHYTHM / BLUES TARNOLD 1026@ HOTMAIL . COM TONY WAGNER www.tonywagner1@gmail.com 727.244.2020 SINGER / G UITARIST URBAN GYPIES urbangypsies@msn.com VODKANAUTS www.vodkanauts.com

BAZZIE’S BEACH BAR 360.5531 • BILMAR HOTEL 10650 GULF BLVD.,TREASURE ISL WED 6:30-9:30PM 30+ YEARS! SUNCOAST DIXIELAND JAZZ BLUE PARROTT blueparrotbch.com • 368.9619 85 COREY AVE., ST PETE BEACH M ON 7-10 PM TOM C ATS (16) ORCHESTRA! JAZZ/SWING TUE - LAS VEGAS REVIEW RUBY TUESDAY & KEITH COLEMAN W ED &T HUR . -5 PM L IVE M USIC CARINO’S PIANO 360.8502 9524 BLIND PASS, ST PETE BEACH FRI/SAT 7PM - GENE CIPRIANO CHILL-TAPAS www.SteamandChill.com 360.8080 • 7400 GULF BLVD. SPB LIVE MUSIC FRI & SAT - 7-9PM DON CESAR RESORT 3400 GULF BLVD., SPB (800) 282-1116 THURS/FRI/SAT - 8-12 JAZZ PAUL KRUEGER QUARTET GATORS ON THE PASS gatorscafe.com • 367.8951 12754 KINGFISH DR.,TREASURE IS. THUR TO MON. - LIVE MUSIC JACKIE’S BISTRO & JAZZ SPOT 338 COREY AVE. ST PETE BEACH 727.320.6358 LIVE MUSIC WEEKENDS + SUNDAY BRUNCH JIMMY B’S BEACH BAR beachcomberflorida.com 367.1982 VOTED #1 BEACH BAR 6200 GULF BLVD. ST PETE BEACH EVERY DAY - LIVE MUSIC MIDDLE GROUNDS middlegroundsgrill.com 360.4253 10925 GULF BLVD., TREASURE I. WED TO SAT - LIVE MUSIC BILLY’S STONE CRAB PENINSULA INN Isabell’s 866.2115 BilliesStoneCrabs.com www.innspa.net • 346.9800 2937 BEACH BLVD. GULFPORT 1130 PINELLAS BAY, TIERRA VERDE - WED 6:30PM MAIN BAR - PIANO WED-FRI, 6-9PM JOHN SHIRLEY - NIGHTLY MUSIC - LOFT BAR LIVE SAT DALE WILLIAMS 7-10PM

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